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* Aelthari: Ancient and unwavering, the Aelthari are the guardians of Aurelion’s borders. They ensure that the realm’s radiance remains in balance, neither spilling over into other realms nor allowing corruption to taint the purity of light. Tall, luminous figures clad in armor woven from golden energy, they are known for their unmatched vigilance and mastery over the Veil of Illumination, a barrier that separates Aurelion from the mortal world.

* Lightborn - Once-mortal beings who have ascended fully into Aurelion’s radiance, the Lightborn are souls who have shed all shadow, becoming embodiments of enlightenment. Retaining echoes of their past selves, they exist in a state of perpetual luminescence, guiding others on the path toward transcendence. Legends tell of great sages and warriors who, upon death, were accepted into Aurelion, their spirits transformed into beings of pure light.

|Notable Settlements=Aurelion’s settlements do not follow the fixed, material logic of mortal realms. These radiant sanctuaries exist as **harmonic constructs of light**, shifting in response to the will and perception of their denizens. Many of these luminous domains do not have fixed locations and can only be reached by those attuned to the light of Dharas.

* Elytharion, The City of Echoed Radiance: A great expanse of shifting spires woven from cascading light. Elytharion is not bound to one location; it flickers across Aurelion, appearing where the presence of wisdom is strongest. Within its halls, radiant glyphs inscribe themselves upon the air, recording the thoughts and revelations of all who pass through. It is said that the Lioris gather here to contemplate cosmic truths beyond mortal understanding.

* Vael'ari, The Horizon Citadel: A floating sanctuary suspended within the endless glow of The Brilliance. Vael’ari exists at the intersection of **pure enlightenment and form**, where those nearing transcendence dwell before becoming Lightborn. Its golden archways shimmer as they bend and fold, forming new paths for those ready to take their final step into radiance.

* Zenthaelis, The Shifting Orrery: A vast celestial construct where **light itself takes the shape of an ever-revolving cosmic map**. The entire city moves in an intricate, spiraling motion, aligning with unseen celestial harmonics. Scholars and seekers come here to **study the interplay of light and time**, believing the Orrery reflects the unspoken order of Adaris itself.

* Lutharis, The Veilborn Enclave: A city of glistening latticework suspended within the **Celestial Veil**. Existing at the threshold between Aurelion and the unknown, Lutharis is a place of transition—where those who are not yet ready to embrace full illumination reside. It is said that the Aelthari stand watch over its boundaries, ensuring that only those truly prepared may pass beyond.

* Ael’Serai, The Radiant Assembly: A grand convergence of luminous pathways that form and dissolve according to the will of its inhabitants. Ael’Serai is not a city in the conventional sense but **a gathering of luminous consciousnesses**, where the most enlightened beings discuss the equilibrium of light across all realms. Some believe this is where Dharas’s presence is most palpable, though no mortal has ever confirmed it.

|Cultural Significance=Aurelion holds a vital place in the cosmology of [[Adaris]], representing the ideals of purity, truth, and enlightenment. It is revered as a realm of revelation, where all things are seen in their truest form. Many cultures regard it as a domain of wisdom and healing, where light purifies both body and spirit.

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 * Aelthari: Ancient and unwavering, the Aelthari are the guardians of Aurelion’s borders. They ensure that the realm’s radiance remains in balance, neither spilling over into other realms nor allowing corruption to taint the purity of light. Tall, luminous figures clad in armor woven from golden energy, they are known for their unmatched vigilance and mastery over the Veil of Illumination, a barrier that separates Aurelion from the mortal world.
 * Lightborn - Once-mortal beings who have ascended fully into Aurelion’s radiance, the Lightborn are souls who have shed all shadow, becoming embodiments of enlightenment. Retaining echoes of their past selves, they exist in a state of perpetual luminescence, guiding others on the path toward transcendence. Legends tell of great sages and warriors who, upon death, were accepted into Aurelion, their spirits transformed into beings of pure light.
+|Notable Settlements=Aurelion’s settlements do not follow the fixed, material logic of mortal realms. These radiant sanctuaries exist as **harmonic constructs of light**, shifting in response to the will and perception of their denizens. Many of these luminous domains do not have fixed locations and can only be reached by those attuned to the light of Dharas.
+* Elytharion, The City of Echoed Radiance: A great expanse of shifting spires woven from cascading light. Elytharion is not bound to one location; it flickers across Aurelion, appearing where the presence of wisdom is strongest. Within its halls, radiant glyphs inscribe themselves upon the air, recording the thoughts and revelations of all who pass through. It is said that the Lioris gather here to contemplate cosmic truths beyond mortal understanding.
+* Vael'ari, The Horizon Citadel: A floating sanctuary suspended within the endless glow of The Brilliance. Vael’ari exists at the intersection of **pure enlightenment and form**, where those nearing transcendence dwell before becoming Lightborn. Its golden archways shimmer as they bend and fold, forming new paths for those ready to take their final step into radiance.
+* Zenthaelis, The Shifting Orrery: A vast celestial construct where **light itself takes the shape of an ever-revolving cosmic map**. The entire city moves in an intricate, spiraling motion, aligning with unseen celestial harmonics. Scholars and seekers come here to **study the interplay of light and time**, believing the Orrery reflects the unspoken order of Adaris itself.
+* Lutharis, The Veilborn Enclave: A city of glistening latticework suspended within the **Celestial Veil**. Existing at the threshold between Aurelion and the unknown, Lutharis is a place of transition—where those who are not yet ready to embrace full illumination reside. It is said that the Aelthari stand watch over its boundaries, ensuring that only those truly prepared may pass beyond.
+* Ael’Serai, The Radiant Assembly: A grand convergence of luminous pathways that form and dissolve according to the will of its inhabitants. Ael’Serai is not a city in the conventional sense but **a gathering of luminous consciousnesses**, where the most enlightened beings discuss the equilibrium of light across all realms. Some believe this is where Dharas’s presence is most palpable, though no mortal has ever confirmed it.
 |Cultural Significance=Aurelion holds a vital place in the cosmology of [[Adaris]], representing the ideals of purity, truth, and enlightenment. It is revered as a realm of revelation, where all things are seen in their truest form. Many cultures regard it as a domain of wisdom and healing, where light purifies both body and spirit.