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| '''Elemara''' is the only currently known continent in the world of [[Adaris]], where the tangible and [[intangible realms]] converge. Originally part of the infinite realm of [[Terasil]] (the realm of earth), Elemara has been shaped by the influence of all elements and the [[Primordial Spirits]], resulting in a continent that embodies the diversity and complexity of Adaris itself. | | [[File:Méniail.jpg|thumb|[[Map of Méniail]]]] |
| | '''Méniail''' is one of the three continents of [[Dalel]]. It contains eight regions, extending from the swamps of [[Balúrail]] in the southwest to the volcanic peninsula of [[Jesselsom]] in the northeast. Its interior is mountainous and includes the [[Domain of Yairan]], regarded as the last part of Dalel that remains in its original state. |
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| | == Etymology == |
| | ''Méniail'' derives from ''bendialde'', meaning "mountain land" or "mountain country" in [[Bintzaila]], the language of the [[Yendea]]. The modern form reflects later sound changes in the languages of their descendants. |
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| | == History == |
| | Méniail was originally part of the unbroken expanse of Dalel. It became a separate landmass during the [[Great Erosion]], when water, air, and fire entered the realm of earth. At the end of the conflict [[Yairan]], the [[Primordial Spirit]] of Earth, withdrew to the Domain of Yairan within the [[Așdilu Mountains]]. |
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| | [[Ascendant Spirit|Ascendant Spirits]] later settled in the regions of the continent and shaped their terrain and life. Its earliest inhabitants were non-human peoples. Humans arrived during the [[Great Migration]] and developed into distinct peoples under the influence of the spirits of the regions where they settled. |
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| == Geography == | | == Geography == |
| Elemara is a continent of varied landscapes, each shaped by the influence of different elements and their corresponding [[spirits]]. Below is a collapsible table listing the major realms and domains of Elemara, sorted by region, along with their primary [[spirit]] and description.
| | Méniail is elongated from southwest to northeast. [[Balúrail]] occupies its southwestern end. [[Gosterra]] lies along the northwestern coast, and [[Khamria]] extends across the center of the continent to the southern coast. The Domain of Yairan is enclosed within Khamria. [[Aráinia]] and [[Orinilure]] lie on the northern coast, [[Arezilur]] occupies the east, and Jesselsom forms a peninsula in the northeast. |
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| | === Mountain ranges === |
| | Most of the continent's mountain ranges are in or around Khamria. |
| | * The [[Așdilu Mountains]] form a ring around the Domain of Yairan. |
| | * The [[Ilergierze Mountains]] lie west of the Așdilu Mountains, with the [[Baviare Vale]] between them. |
| | * The [[Bogh Mountains]] separate Khamria from Gosterra. |
| | * The [[Mazissage Mountains]] separate Balúrail from Khamria and Gosterra. |
| | * The [[Aráinia Mountains]] enclose the valley of Aráinia. |
| | * The [[Orinilure Mountains]] and [[Irere Mountains]] lie within Orinilure, separated by the [[Orinilure Valley]]. |
| | * The [[Aurită Mountains]] lie between Orinilure and Arezilur. |
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| == Realms and Domains of Elemara == | | === Climate === |
| A list of all tangible realms on the continent of Elemara. The cardinal directions are widely used but serve as general classifications rather than exact geography.
| | The climate of Dalel is arranged in concentric rings, hottest at the center and colder with distance from it. The northeastern end of Méniail lies closest to the center and the southwestern end lies furthest from it. Jesselsom and Arezilur are the hottest regions of the continent, and Balúrail is the coldest, with long winters and extended freezing periods. Mountain ranges modify local conditions. The Așdilu Mountains produce a rain shadow, and the Mazissage Mountains are covered in near-constant mist. |
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| {| class="wikitable mw-collapsible collapsible collapsed" | | == Regions == |
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| | colspan="4" style="text-align:center;" |'''Central Elemara'''
| | ! Region !! Description !! Spirits !! Peoples |
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| | | [[Aráinia]] |
| ! Description !! Spirit
| | | A fertile valley enclosed by the Aráinia Mountains. |
| | | [[Dásravai]], [[Misay]] |
| | | [[Barugoar]], [[Gehasha]] |
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| | [[Terasil]] | | | [[Arezilur]] |
| | The central mountainous region characterized by towering peaks, cliffs, and rugged terrain. The heart of stability and endurance. || [[Oras]] | | | A desert of shifting dunes and glass fields. |
| | | [[Arihis]], [[Nāaon]] |
| | | [[Qerem]], [[Berturracio|Berturracioi]] |
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| | [[Orrakar]] | | | [[Balúrail]] |
| | Deep, carved-out valleys formed by ancient rivers, representing erosion and time's passage. || [[Spirit of Erosion]] | | | Swamps and peat bogs in the west, forested highlands in the east. |
| | | [[Mavai]], [[Tahami]], [[Sitaivu]] |
| | | [[Tuzquão]], [[Mifajene]] |
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| | colspan="4" style="text-align:center;" |'''North Elemara''' | | | [[Domain of Yairan]] |
| | | An unexplored interior enclosed by the Așdilu Mountains. |
| | | [[Yairan]] |
| | | [[Namuril]] (formerly) |
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| ! Realm/Domain
| | | [[Gosterra]] |
| ! Description !! Spirit
| | | A rugged coast of sea cliffs. |
| | | [[Ettal]], [[Emerioa]] |
| | | [[Gostaldi]], [[Zapaha]] |
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| | [[Norvaskr]] | | | [[Jesselsom]] |
| | A cold, treeless realm with permafrost and hardy vegetation, representing resilience in harsh environments. || [[Skaldrith]] | | | A volcanic peninsula of lava plains and ash. |
| | | [[Taltāndu]], [[Estu]] |
| | | [[Sumbindan]], [[Nacemace]] |
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| | [[Itharalis]] | | | [[Khamria]] |
| | A frigid realm of glaciers and snowfields, representing preservation and stillness. || [[Glacian]] | | | Arid mountains, highlands, and savanna. |
| | | [[Yala]], [[Kúsi]] |
| | | [[Arânzeni]], [[Mundari]] |
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| | colspan="4" style="text-align:center;" |'''South Elemara'''
| | | [[Orinilure]] |
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| | | Mountain ranges with extensive cave and tunnel networks. |
| ! Realm/Domain
| | | [[Iriché]], [[Kiyañ]] |
| ! Description !! Spirit
| | | [[Oinien]], [[Shuemis]] |
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| | A vast desert with shifting dunes, representing survival and resilience. || [[Arenam]]
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| | Filled with molten rock and intense heat, symbolizing the destructive and renewing power of fire. || [[Spirit of Flame|Tahrnath]]
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| | colspan="4" style="text-align:center;" |'''East Elemara'''
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| | [[Delmora]]
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| | A vast, fertile land shaped by flowing rivers and lakes, supporting thriving civilizations. || [[Naithis]]
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| | [[Rynvera]]
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| | Coastal regions shaped by the eternal push and pull of the tides, representing constant change. || [[Marethis]]
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| | [[Fendralis]]
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| | An underwater paradise where coral reefs and kelp forests flourish, symbolizing harmony. || [[Faydris]]
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| | colspan="4" style="text-align:center;" |'''West Elemara'''
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| | [[Celyndor]] | |
| | Vast woodlands and jungles teeming with life, representing nature's abundance. || [[Kaelthorin]] | |
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| | [[Vaelthar]]
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| | Expansive grasslands and meadows, embodying openness, freedom, and endless horizons. || [[Vaelora]]
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| | [[Baelmarsh]]
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| | A swampy region where life teeters between land and water, full of hidden mysteries. || [[Baelon]]
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| | [[Hythrion]] | |
| | Swampy and bog-filled regions where earth and water mix, embodying fertility and decay. || [[Jendralis]]
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| | The heartland of agriculture, where bountiful harvests sustain civilizations. || [[Luthorin]]
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| == Inhabitants == | | == Interactive map == |
| Elemara is home to a diverse array of inhabitants, including corporeals, elemental beings, and various animals. The continent's varied environments have given rise to unique cultures and societies, each adapted to their specific region and the elemental influences that shape them.
| | {{Méniail map}} |
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| == Culture and Society ==
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| The people of Elemara have developed rich cultures and traditions, deeply connected to the elemental forces that shape their world. Elemental worship, seasonal festivals, and a thriving trade network are integral aspects of life on Elemara, reflecting the interconnectedness of all living things.
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| == History and Legends ==
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| Elemara's history is steeped in myth and legend, with tales of how the continent was shaped by the overlapping realms of the [[Primordial Spirits]]. From the formation of Terasil to the Great Convergence and the mysterious Tale of the Lost City, the stories of Elemara continue to captivate the imaginations of its inhabitants.
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| == Summary ==
| | {{center|Interactive map of Méniail. Use the mouse wheel or zoom controls to explore the continent.}} |
| '''Elemara''' is a continent shaped by the forces of the elements, a land where the influence of various spirits is woven into the very fabric of its diverse landscapes. From the mountains of Terasil to the deserts of [[Zanarak]], the fertile plains of the Verdant Vale to the volcanic Emberfields, Elemara represents the convergence of all elemental realms, making it a unique and vital part of Adaris.
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| == See Also ==
| | ''For a larger view, see [[Map of Méniail]].'' |
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| * [[Primordial Elements]]
| | [[category:continents]] |
| * [[Astram]]
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| * [[Primordial Void]]
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| * [[Cosmology of Adaris]]
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| * [[Spirits]]
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