Lodestar of Stars, Atrian book

Item Lore~
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Swords: Swords come in all variety of of shapes, colors, and usability. Starting from iron swords to steel, and eventually silver swords. These weapons have a multitude of uses inside combat. And are generally used for warfare, and sparring.

Staffs/Staves: More for healing, transporting, or buffing a person. They generally see less combat use, but more supportive use. Ranging from wooden staves to magical ones. Shamans carry these around frequently.

Bows: Bows are used for long range use, and not just for arrows, but also for various things like stones, mini explosives, etc. They are used largely around the continent in warfare. Starting from iron and going up to silver.

Axes: Ranging from iron to silver, these weapons see less use around the continent, but are favored by bandits and pirates as a mean to pillage. They are used by a wide array of people on the battlefield.

Lore~
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War of Races:A devastating war that left humanity leaning on one knee. Preceding that was the Divergement, a civil war between humans for control of the continent. The War of Races left demon kin sealed in the realm of darkness, a place were all demons make their home. War raged across many battlefields to see who would take the surface land. For years it was endless bloodshed, loss of hope, and those bending their knees to the demon king. 

This left the people feeling desperate, and alone. Without Naga to guide them, they felt lost. This split humanity into three different religious sects. People who believed Naga would return, People who worshipped Devera as a symbol of a human god that would symbolize their victory, and Grumunists, those that worshipped Grumunda on the very ground he worked on. Making a temporary alliance with the Manaketes, the three heroes were able to drive the demons back to the realm of darkness, granting temporary peace.


Before their deaths, four kingdoms were formed. Atria, heart and Capitol of humankind. It is ruled by a Emperor/empress hierarchy, with small dukedoms here and there to help guide. Dragonia, home of Manaketes, founded by the shaman Fardor himself. Susanoo, founded by the hero sorcerer himself.

Amaterasu, founded by the last of the heroes. The kingdoms grew to prosperity for centuries.

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Rulers and Central locations:

Atria Empire: Atria is the human Capitol in the human world, and is commonly referred to as "The eyes of man." It compasses most of the population of humans, with a few Manaketes there and such. The empire is ruled by Royalty, but also operates as a Dukedom in some cases. There are a few houses most prominent in the dukedom that can make some small decisions if as ruler cannot. 

Atria is is ruled by the current Princess, Maria. She is the youngest of rulers on the Etrius continent and in most cases, the most naive and is quite easy to manipulate due to her youth. She has done her best to placate the aggression that Susanoo has directed at them. Atria's landscapes is mostly covered with Forests and rivers, making it a natural farming land and easier to have prosperity. 

Holy Knights are the sworn protectors of the crown and are of higher prestige than regular knights. Two of the most prominent being Terra of Hanes, and Jeanne Novel. The empire was founded by one of three heroes, a man known to those in his personal life as Gardin. He paved the way with his legendary lance, Excaligir.
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Dragonia:

A middle ground between humans and Manaketes, in which the population is a little more even between the two. Unlike Atria, Dragonia is completely ruled by a king/queen hierarchy with no other ruling powers. It was founded by Helen, another of the three legendary heroes. While peculiar and bemusing on whether a Manakete shaman, or a Human warrior founded Dragonia is a heated debate before both sides. However, the truth is that Helen did indeed found Dragonia after her leaving from Atria.


Another strange happening is how succession goes. While strictly succession by family and such, one must be of the blood of Naga, or succeeding the throne is nigh impossible. Before Naga's disappearance rumors of Helen's blood pact with her was a wide truth. As such, those with what people dub "Naga blood." Can rule the throne. The founding name of the house that rules is house Rei. Unfortunately, after the most recent heiress's death, the kingdom has fallen into shamans ruling it, desperately waiting for their rightful prince or Princess to return.

Terrain consists of wide mountains and lakes, making fishing a major profession. Dancing is also prominent here, tying in with Manaketes and humans. Unlike Atria again, it does not have a special defense group, but relies on Manaketes and their fearsome powers in dragon form. Grand Shaman Hantu is the current leader.
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Susanoo: A kingdom to the Far East of Atria. It is ruled by King Riord, and his children who are future heirs, Princess Lumina and Prince Lazlo. Arguably the most corrupt kingdom on the continent due to Riord's indecisive nature on most if not all matters. Riord is often frail, but makes up with it for what he assumes to be his cunning nature. In reality, his advisor, Silvester, pulls the strings of the kingdom. The ruling family is a descendent of the hero sorcerer, last of the three heroes, and wielder of the fearsome tome, Ragnarok. It is a long passed down heirloom, and can only be wielded by those with "Raglo." Blood, as is every ruler born with.

It like Atria, has a group of esteemed knights with the title Fell Knight. They are considered to be the counterparts of the Holy Knights of Atria.

Terrain consists of mostly Mountains, but makes up for it with large plains with large hunting game.

As promised, Holy blood.

Holy Blood: A term that was chosen for those whose ancestors made blood pacts with gods, creatures, and deities. Three famous examples are Naga, Devera, and Tir. Divine dragon, goddess, and Demon god respectively. That said, any family can form a blood past or spiritual with two of the remaining figures. Currently, the only family with Naga blood is the Rei's.

Raglo blood is a term deemed for descendants of The Hero Sorcerer of legend. Due to his pact with Devera, all his descendants have it.

Effects: Holy blood does not provide any stat bonuses, or make a unit "god"mode. It simply gives the person better reflexes,endurance, strength, and in some cases, grants a massive boost to Willpower, preventing someone from potentially body swapping with someone. Among that, is being able to wield weapons forged by the deities the person made a pact with. These weapons range in power, and not all are super strong. Some grant various effects.
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If you want, I can specify more. If not, here's another list:


A. Explore Religions and religious cults.

B. Explore the origin of the Etrius continent.

C. Explain the uses of outrealms, and specific locations.

C

Supports: Supports are when two units who fight beside each other, gain points to eventually reach four ranks, C, B, A, and S.
Every time you pair up with someone you gain 1 point with them. For some characterss this may vary and change to four points.


Skills: Skills are buyable in skill shops. A unit can only hold five skills at a time, so choose wisely.


Side quests and Gaiden chapters: some supports may open up a side quest, sometimes the plot will open up one too. In some supports, a gaiden chapter may be unlocked, further expanding on the units background and history.

I can post classes. Some will be from BL, and others won't. I'm debating the use of Second seals unless it fits with a character's backstory, but I can see the merit. Be warned that it won't be up tonight. I gotta brainstorm some new, and keep the old. Seeing as this is a semi sequel to the Begonian Legacy saga, it probably won't include stats.

Balancing gets more tedious, but should be simple. The enemies in this CYOA are far stronger than BL.

Okay, that wasn't my best update, but it was something I suppose.

Status update:

Name: Azami
Class:Lord
Items: Iron axe
Skills:Fury,des: when enraged, the user deals more damage

Name: Aless
Class:Cavalier
Items:Iron lance
Skills: Phase, des: this unit can ignore most terrain, except for high mountains and oceans.

Name:Hark
Class:Cavalier
Items:Iron sword
Skills:Phase, des: this unit can ignore most terrain, except for high mountains and oceans.

Name: Isolde
Class: Pegasus Knight
Items: Iron lance
Skills: Rest, des: when the unit is not attacking, they heal slightly.

Name: Edan
Class:Fire Mage
Items: Fire tome
Skills: Flame, des: only useable with a fire tome. Has a random chance of shielding the unit.

Name: Arashi
Class: Lord
Items: Iron sword
Skills: Pierce, des: a strike that can penetrate armor. Has a random chance at working, but useful.

Name: Mark
Class: Sword Knight
items: Iron sword
Skills: Zantesuken, des: strikes the enemy at blinding speed. Random chance at activating.

Name: Kuro
Class:Crusader
Items: Tsung and Shin(his twins swords if anyone is wondering.)
Skills: Crusade(a strike that channels the users rage or anger.)