their own right in service to other eternals. The most common figure accompanying Barien is his Castellan, an eternal whose power is comparable to that of

effulgence, both of which have earned it the epithet The Celestial Library. The eternals and heralds that serve there are universally called the Attendants; they

who master this particular type of spellcraft are often interested in the eternals. These entities are dangerous, but several of them seem to have a particular

supposition that the Whisper Gallery may not actually be eternals at all, but the constructs of another eternal using them as a mask. On more than one occasion

a strong resonance with ideas of kingship. He seems more keen than most eternals to help establish regio in the mortal world. He can lay terrible curses

magic often. Vates are the only Navarr who are trusted to meet with the eternals or their heralds. There is a belief that the oaths of the Vate help them

evidence that at least one other eternal, perhaps Sung or the Whisper Gallery have an interest in the area as well. The eternals' influence presumably cycles

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has drawn his ire. He is often involved in conflicts with other Summer Eternals. It is suggested by scholars of the Summer realm that this exile and the

as shadows - cast-off by the mortal who created them. Like many Winter eternals her pragmatic nature does not balk at the use of the undead as tools, but

to the power of the constellations; they are not entities in the way the eternals are entities; the Urizen in particular describe them as being much more

metaphor for the mortal spirit, whence comes all passion. Like many Night eternals, Janon collects names to itself. Some artists call it the Muse of Fire

maintain good relations between the Empire and friendly eternals, while being quick to identify eternals who are enemies of the Empire and proscribe interaction

Wise Rangara is outwardly the least malign of the Winter eternals. Most commonly, Rangara is called "The Wise." She is also known as The Ancient One, Eldest

and often serves as a go-between when those eternals wish to communicate with the Empire. Most eternals will treat the archmage as a peer - although that

pronoun, but like all Spring Eternals actually lacks strong concepts of gender. Several scholars believe that the Eternal itself has never actually made

rituals, seducing the unwary as they attempt to master it. Most of the eternals of the realm are unified by a strong philosophy of determinism and some

before, perhaps many times. Indeed, it could well be that they are not two eternals at all, but one powerful magical spirit in two bodies." Now... the situation

Winged Serpents in Play These creatures are eternals and so might be encountered in the same way that other eternals are. Jaculi are rare in the Empire, but

sharks that they say symbolise her endless hunger. It seems odd that an eternal of the Spring realm seemingly encourages something as sophisticated as piracy;

sorcerer prohibits them from performing ritual magic, and engaging with eternals. The most common reason for this declaration is an abuse of magic by misuse

or demonstrate instant (if temporary) mastery of martial skills. Unlike eternals of realms such as Spring, Zakalwe's boons rarely deal with endurance or

for Kimus is the Unblinking Eye, a name of which the eternal apparently approves. As with many eternals, especially those of the Realm of Day, Kimus has no

curses can shorten a victim's temper or make them jealous. Many of the eternals of the Summer Realm are described as wrathful, such that furious anger

group they are almost irresistible, even by the powerful eternal lords of Autumn. Some eternals will simply invoke their name when making a promise, indicating

quarry. Suaq magicians are widely known for their clever negotiations with eternals, trying to use their wits and glib tongues to negotiate bargains that favour

are touched by the realm of Summer, a realm of beauty and strength whose eternals are potent symbols of might and majesty. They are proud, confident, individualistic

Given that Cold Sun seems to be a relatively new eternal with no previous history of having interacted with the Empire, it is not known to have any other

they become dull and lifeless and quickly crumble into inert ash. The eternals of the Night realm claim they are nothing more than the flames of a campfire

warriors, or have their blood spilled as offerings to dark spirits or sinister eternals. For years there were also allegations that the Thule fed their slaves

and often serves as a go-between when those eternals wish to communicate with the Empire. Most eternals will treat the archmage as a peer - although that

and often serves as a go-between when those eternals wish to communicate with the Empire. Most eternals will treat the archmage as a peer - although that

characters who come to deal with him. Unlike eternals such as Basileus Flint, Callidus runs a tight ship. The eternals who serve him do so out of a belief in

arms like the barbarians; some come with smiles and lies, like false-faced eternals, or even lie in the hearts of weak citizens. Through diligence, detail

and often serves as a go-between when those eternals wish to communicate with the Empire. Most eternals will treat the archmage as a peer - although that

slipped over the line into cultish behaviour, reverencing an eternal or group of eternals to the point where they became agents of forces inimical to the

one unsubstantiated piece of writing in a pre-Imperial treatise on Spring eternals, a creature that seems to be Ossegrahn is said to be incarnated in all

spiritual being. The eternal is said to make its home at the point where the sky of the Realm of Day touches the ocean. Unlike many other eternals of Day, Roshanwe

study of eternals is a popular subject for esoteric lore, with as many different theories about them as there are eternals. Some claim that eternals should

seek to outwit Eternals wherever possible, seizing opportunities to take their strength and harness it in service to the Empire. Eternals are clearly monstrous

to attend, as are representatives of friendly nations and the heralds of eternals that are not under enmity. Each archmage is free to use their time as they

that the eternal will accrue further names as it continues to interact with mortal magicians. The Azoth's true form - inasmuch as Night eternals can be said

seen the eternal undergo a subtle but profound transformation and adopt a new identity. Ylenwe is called the Dove. Unlike many other eternals, Ylenwe does

realm of Spring, a fecund realm of exuberant natural forces whose green eternals care only for life and not at all for humankind. The briars are filled

and often serves as a go-between when those eternals wish to communicate with the Empire. Most eternals will treat the archmage as a peer - although that

spark missing from Autumn magic when it comes to making new things. The Eternals of Autumn often make copies of creatures - a copper butterfly or a heart

doubt. Strangely, fear is often seen as a positive force by many Winter eternals, who believe that it serves as a warning, helping individuals to realise

existing Spring regio have increased in potency; heralds of Spring eternals and indeed the eternals of Spring themselves will become more active following the

and often serves as a go-between when those eternals wish to communicate with the Empire. Most eternals will treat the archmage as a peer - although that

Empire - or else actively working to uncover and stymie the schemes of the eternals' mortal allies and twisted heralds. These spy networks are no longer active

any such being or power. This crime incorporates the worship of "gods", eternals and other supernatural beings, though some priests have considered applying

the eternals, especially those of the Realms of Autumn and Night. Their interest in necromantia means that several seek out specific Winter eternals whose

ambition and intrigue where complex webs of wealth and influence connect the eternals. They are ambitious, driven individuals who are never satisfied with what

airs and graces or other foreign ways. Finally, landskeepers deal with the Eternals. Most have a deep suspicion of these creatures, which have complex and

The Spider stands for things outside the Imperial sphere of influence; eternals, foreigners, magical powers, great mysteries, those things that stand beyond

fane also risks sending a message to other eternals - that the Empire favours good relations with another eternal over them. They might request a fane of

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Empire. Where other nations may find the eternals suspect, the mages believe fundamentally that the eternals are a “knowable quantity.” Their restricted

competitions of the yeofolk. It's an open secret that heralds of several eternals - especially the Kings and Queens of Summer, but also the rulers of the

need for a Doctrine of Inclusionism that will settle the question of the Eternals and their right and proper role in the creation we all share. Illuminate

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magical realms. This portal allows heralds in the service to the powerful eternals to reach the Hall, and sometimes to pass through it to Anvil. Although

proportions. Exotic forms of mana (such as those gained from dealing with eternals), money, or raw materials cannot be used. Magicians with these resources

"Let other eternals empower their own magical rituals if they wish to aid the Empire," she concluded. At the Winter Solstice 379YE the eternal was given

bandits, or exploring a ruin. Magicians who have spent time as guests of the eternals of Night have reported encountering very similar beings as guards, servants

Words of Ending ritual or by certain powerful creatures (including some eternals). The permanent magic imbued in the item make it immune to mundane methods

moon, it strongly rejects any such comparison, and one way to raise this Eternal's wrath is to reference this with a name such as Old Master Moon, Lunar

on the magical support of certain eternals, specifically Eleonaris and Hayaak of the realm of Summer. Both eternals offered increasing numbers of magical

Whatever the outcome, the result of the challenge becomes known among all the eternals of Summer. Additional characters can be targeted be affected by the ritual

magicians. They are second-only to the Celestial Arch in their interest in the eternals, and they compete regularly with the Rod and Shield for the position of

exception, see below) but they may be the subject of it. Eternals and the heralds of eternals who are the subject of a declaration of enmity by the Imperial

wilful individuals. Corrupt boyars empowered by sinister bargains, meddling eternals and cunning conspirators such as the Volodny are all examples of Sovereigns

lines. The Inclusionists hold that the Eternal Realms are part of the wider Creation and that contact with Eternals is inevitable and unavoidable, and must

remain practically distinct since they can only submit the Declaration for eternals of their realm. Core Brief Conclave Overview Arcane Colloquium Conclave

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the The Thrice-cursed Court, one of the eternals on whose power it explicitly draws - is under enmity. The eternals of The Thrice-cursed Court are known to

be best served by a close relationship with the Eternals of Summer - but no agreement on which eternal should be regarded as the most valuable ally. Opinion

any object from the depths of the Semmerlak. Treason: Aiding barbarians, eternals or foreign powers to act against the interests of the Empire. Committing

gathering historical information of note through Skein of Years, communion with eternals through powers such as Swim Leviathan's Depth or Clear Counsel of the Everflowing

prey through the snows of Sermersuaq with spear or bow, or tricking vain eternals and their foolish servants. The Suaq believe that heroism comes from outwitting

outrageous... unthinkable... But that was the problem when you dealt with the eternals of the Winter Wastelands. There was no room for compromise, no room for

draughir themselves. If draughir present themselves respectfully to the Eternals of Winter they usually respond by treating the draughir as one of their

the knight-protector. In addition, the knight-protector is treated by the eternals of the appropriate realm as an emissary, and granted certain protections

can be a blessing but also a burden. There are many sovereigns and Winter eternals who desire children for their own purposes, and stories tell of the bargains

move them. Mazen of the Many Faces is an Autumn eternal of uncertain form. While other Autumn eternals generally appear to be horned humanoids, Mazen usually

that their magical abilities are much closer to the innate abilities of eternals and heralds, or the functions of magical items, than to true spellcasting

involved in an intrigue in the Garden - might be appropriate. The names of eternals such as Sadogua, Sung and the Whisper Gallery might also be evoked.

their maturity and come of age, they are often taught of the Realms and Eternals, often without the element of caution seen elsewhere in the Empire. Ask

rituals draws directly on the power of the Prince of Shikal. Should the eternal ever be subject to Enmity by the Imperial Conclave the rituals would still

relaxation and restful indulgence, similar to those that surround some eternals of the Night realm. It is commonly used to prepare areas that encourage

of discovery is usually inverted or destroyed as part of the ritual. The eternals of the Whisper Gallery are occasionally evoked with this ritual (which

heads. Priests warn against dealing with the eternals as demonic agents of Dumon. Magicians who deal with eternals are subject to hanging, drawing and quartering

to be raised in Urizen, in the belief they will have a happier life. The eternals Kimus and Sinokenon can both offer boons to allow a character to gain the

staying fresh and new. One month a display of the secrets of the Night eternals, the next a history of trade with the Commonwealth, then a display of the

the nature of the supernatural realms, and are served by lesser spirits (eternals) which are bound to them in some fashion. It is not clear how literally

and encourages the eternals of the Autumn realm to involve themselves in Imperial affairs. These effects combine to cause Autumn eternals who are not marked

philosophers, and others who have found the perfect place to discuss eternals; especially the eternal schism. The large numbers have led to several enterprising

Paragons and Exemplars of Vigilance and Loyalty, as well as the names of Day eternals associated with information such as Kimus and Sinokenon but most especially

of the mines seems to support their claims. Some Heralds of the Autumn Eternals Ephisis and Estavus have dropped hints that they know more about this strange

inhabitant of the mortal realm (explaining the inability to send letters to eternals), while a few claim it is nothing more than a temporary construct formed