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|Introduction=Celyndor is a ~~realm where forests stretch beyond the horizon~~, ~~forming an~~ unbroken ~~wilderness~~ of ~~towering trees~~, ~~tangled roots, and whispering leaves. It is~~ a ~~domain of~~ balance and ~~patience~~, ~~where~~ the ~~trees themselves hold~~ the ~~wisdom of ages, and every~~ leaf, vine, and creature is part of a vast, interconnected web ~~of life. Unlike other lands~~, ~~Celyndor is not ruled by kings or empires but by the steady, quiet force of nature itself.~~

|Introduction='''Celyndor''' is a vast, unbroken expanse of deep forests, where life exists in a delicate balance shaped by time and nature. Towering trees stretch beyond the horizon, their roots weaving through the land, while canopies form an endless green expanse that shelters the world below. Every leaf, vine, and creature is part of a vast, interconnected web, where survival depends on harmony rather than dominion.

|History=The history of Celyndor is preserved within its trees, recorded in the growth rings of ancient groves and the whispered knowledge of its oldest inhabitants. According to legend, Kaelthorin, the Spirit of the Verdant Veil, wove this land from the remnants of a forgotten world, binding life itself into the fabric of its towering trees.

The ~~first beings~~ of Celyndor ~~did~~ not ~~conquer~~ the land ~~but instead adapted~~ to its ~~rhythms~~. ~~Over~~ time, ~~distinct peoples emerged~~, ~~each reflecting a different aspect~~ of the forest. The ~~Dralvir became~~ its ~~guardians~~, the ~~Thryssin~~ its ~~silent sentinels~~, the Velkyn ~~its memory-keepers~~, and the ~~Kæthari~~ its ~~wandering~~ children. The land has ~~never been fully mapped~~, ~~and efforts~~ to ~~impose~~ order ~~upon it~~ are ~~often swallowed~~ by the ~~ever-expanding wilderness~~.

The northern reaches of Celyndor are dominated by dense pine forests, where mist drifts between the trunks and the air is thick with the scent of resin. The canopy here is thick, allowing little direct sunlight to reach the forest floor. In these shadowed groves, the [[Thryssin]] move unseen among the branches, and the [[Dralvir]] guard the ancient pathways.

To the south, the forests shift into a realm of broadleaf trees, winding rivers, and seasonal transformations. Here, the [[Velkyn]] dwell in deep groves, their forms entwined with the very essence of the forest, while the [[Kaethari]] roam freely between the oaks and willows, existing between the boundaries of the mortal and the wild.

Celyndor is not a wilderness in the absence of civilization—it is a living realm where the land shapes its inhabitants as much as they shape it. Its people, bound to the rhythm of the woods, serve as its caretakers, protectors, and messengers.

|History=The history of Celyndor is not recorded in stone or parchment but written in the growth rings of ancient trees and the quiet passage of time. It is a realm shaped by Kaelthorin, the Spirit of Growth and Forests, whose presence lingers in every branch, root, and leaf. Unlike other lands where history is marked by war and ruin, Celyndor’s past is one of slow transformation, cycles of renewal, and the enduring patience of the wild.

=== The First Canopy ===

According to legend, Celyndor was once an open expanse of earth and sky, until Kaelthorin took root within the land, calling forth the first trees. From this act of creation, the forest began to spread, growing outward in all directions. The First Canopy, said to be formed of immense, towering trees, sheltered the land beneath, allowing life to flourish in the shadow of its boughs.

=== The Verdant Accord ===

As the forest expanded, the first inhabitants emerged—beings woven from the land itself, bound to its rhythms and balance. The Dralvir took form from the oldest trees, standing as wardens of the sacred groves. The Velkyn grew from the heart of the deep woods, their bodies entwined with vines and bark. The Thryssin adapted to the heights, becoming swift and unseen among the towering pines. The Kaethari were the last to emerge, fluid in form, existing between the mortal and the wild.

Though these peoples differed in nature, they shared an unspoken understanding—Celyndor was not a land to be conquered, but one to be tended. This agreement became known as the Verdant Accord, an ancient pact recognizing that all who dwelled within the forest were both its guardians and its children.

=== The Silent Bloom ===

There was a time when Celyndor’s growth slowed, its trees no longer spreading beyond their borders. The reason remains unknown—some say Kaelthorin withdrew into slumber, while others believe the land itself chose to remain as it was. This period, known as the Silent Bloom, was marked by a stillness in the forest’s expansion. The Verdant Accord held firm, and Celyndor endured, untouched by the outside world.

=== The Shadowed Roots ===

Though Celyndor has remained unbroken, there are whispers of places where the balance has faltered—groves where the trees grow twisted, where the land seems to resist the natural order. The Shadowed Roots are feared by many, spoken of in hushed tones as places where something other than Kaelthorin's will lingers. Some believe these areas are remnants of an ancient wound, while others claim they are simply another aspect of the forest—one that has yet to be understood.

Celyndor’s history is not one of rise and fall, but of growth, change, and endurance. While other realms forge their legacies through war and ambition, Celyndor’s past is written in the silent, steady unfolding of leaves, the shifting of the seasons, and the wisdom carried in the heartwood of its oldest trees.

|Geography=Celyndor is a realm of vast forests stretching from the northern pinewoods to the southern deciduous expanse. The landscape is shaped by massive trees, deep-rooted valleys, and concealed waterways, creating an environment that shifts subtly with the passage of time.

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-|Introduction=Celyndor is a realm where forests stretch beyond the horizon, forming an unbroken wilderness of towering trees, tangled roots, and whispering leaves. It is a domain of balance and patience, where the trees themselves hold the wisdom of ages, and every leaf, vine, and creature is part of a vast, interconnected web of life. Unlike other lands, Celyndor is not ruled by kings or empires but by the steady, quiet force of nature itself.
+|Introduction='''Celyndor''' is a vast, unbroken expanse of deep forests, where life exists in a delicate balance shaped by time and nature. Towering trees stretch beyond the horizon, their roots weaving through the land, while canopies form an endless green expanse that shelters the world below. Every leaf, vine, and creature is part of a vast, interconnected web, where survival depends on harmony rather than dominion.
-|History=The history of Celyndor is preserved within its trees, recorded in the growth rings of ancient groves and the whispered knowledge of its oldest inhabitants. According to legend, Kaelthorin, the Spirit of the Verdant Veil, wove this land from the remnants of a forgotten world, binding life itself into the fabric of its towering trees.
-The first beings of Celyndor did not conquer the land but instead adapted to its rhythms. Over time, distinct peoples emerged, each reflecting a different aspect of the forest. The Dralvir became its guardians, the Thryssin its silent sentinels, the Velkyn its memory-keepers, and the Kæthari its wandering children. The land has never been fully mapped, and efforts to impose order upon it are often swallowed by the ever-expanding wilderness.
+The northern reaches of Celyndor are dominated by dense pine forests, where mist drifts between the trunks and the air is thick with the scent of resin. The canopy here is thick, allowing little direct sunlight to reach the forest floor. In these shadowed groves, the [[Thryssin]] move unseen among the branches, and the [[Dralvir]] guard the ancient pathways.
+To the south, the forests shift into a realm of broadleaf trees, winding rivers, and seasonal transformations. Here, the [[Velkyn]] dwell in deep groves, their forms entwined with the very essence of the forest, while the [[Kaethari]] roam freely between the oaks and willows, existing between the boundaries of the mortal and the wild.
+Celyndor is not a wilderness in the absence of civilization—it is a living realm where the land shapes its inhabitants as much as they shape it. Its people, bound to the rhythm of the woods, serve as its caretakers, protectors, and messengers.
+|History=The history of Celyndor is not recorded in stone or parchment but written in the growth rings of ancient trees and the quiet passage of time. It is a realm shaped by Kaelthorin, the Spirit of Growth and Forests, whose presence lingers in every branch, root, and leaf. Unlike other lands where history is marked by war and ruin, Celyndor’s past is one of slow transformation, cycles of renewal, and the enduring patience of the wild.
+=== The First Canopy ===
+According to legend, Celyndor was once an open expanse of earth and sky, until Kaelthorin took root within the land, calling forth the first trees. From this act of creation, the forest began to spread, growing outward in all directions. The First Canopy, said to be formed of immense, towering trees, sheltered the land beneath, allowing life to flourish in the shadow of its boughs.
+=== The Verdant Accord ===
+As the forest expanded, the first inhabitants emerged—beings woven from the land itself, bound to its rhythms and balance. The Dralvir took form from the oldest trees, standing as wardens of the sacred groves. The Velkyn grew from the heart of the deep woods, their bodies entwined with vines and bark. The Thryssin adapted to the heights, becoming swift and unseen among the towering pines. The Kaethari were the last to emerge, fluid in form, existing between the mortal and the wild.
+Though these peoples differed in nature, they shared an unspoken understanding—Celyndor was not a land to be conquered, but one to be tended. This agreement became known as the Verdant Accord, an ancient pact recognizing that all who dwelled within the forest were both its guardians and its children.
+=== The Silent Bloom ===
+There was a time when Celyndor’s growth slowed, its trees no longer spreading beyond their borders. The reason remains unknown—some say Kaelthorin withdrew into slumber, while others believe the land itself chose to remain as it was. This period, known as the Silent Bloom, was marked by a stillness in the forest’s expansion. The Verdant Accord held firm, and Celyndor endured, untouched by the outside world.
+=== The Shadowed Roots ===
+Though Celyndor has remained unbroken, there are whispers of places where the balance has faltered—groves where the trees grow twisted, where the land seems to resist the natural order. The Shadowed Roots are feared by many, spoken of in hushed tones as places where something other than Kaelthorin's will lingers. Some believe these areas are remnants of an ancient wound, while others claim they are simply another aspect of the forest—one that has yet to be understood.
+Celyndor’s history is not one of rise and fall, but of growth, change, and endurance. While other realms forge their legacies through war and ambition, Celyndor’s past is written in the silent, steady unfolding of leaves, the shifting of the seasons, and the wisdom carried in the heartwood of its oldest trees.
 |Geography=Celyndor is a realm of vast forests stretching from the northern pinewoods to the southern deciduous expanse. The landscape is shaped by massive trees, deep-rooted valleys, and concealed waterways, creating an environment that shifts subtly with the passage of time.