Introduction

Aelfolrd Vol. 1 Introduction

The world is dying, and no one can do anything to stop it.

The gods have forgotten their children, abandoning them to their fate in a dark universe without a single trace of hope. The wars waged by mortals only serve to feed the approaching armageddon. Regardless of race, allegiance, or ideals, blood continued to dance across this sorrowful, desolate land.

But the true horror came from somewhere else…

Seven hundred years ago, on what came to be known as the “Night of Change,” something happened. No one could have predicted the disaster that would unfold on that fateful day. Out of nowhere, four dark portals appeared in the sky, each one shaped like a five-pointed star.

But there was no miracle to be found there.

Instead, the “Malum” emerged—supernatural creatures that brought chaos, plague, and a horde of abominations whose very forms were an insult to the beautiful gift of life.

These monsters invaded the forests, tainted the caves, and made the world far more vulnerable to darkness. Soon after, mortals stopped hearing the divine voices of their ancient protectors.

Cristante, Almighty Father God, creator of the universe and ruler of the celestial pantheon.

Maribel, Goddess of Hope and Life.

Mortem, God of Death and Eternal Rest.

And many others whose names, little by little, faded into whispers and legends.

“The world is dying, and no one can do anything to stop it.”

And yet, there will always be people willing to try.