Though less impactful than Rakhada’s Folly, #Matea is beset by a number of natural disasters. Most major settlements are largely unaffected, though smaller villages and the wilds are altered. Many note and lament that without manasteel, their constructions, be they house, castle, bridge, or other, are more vulnerable than they have been in centuries past. A world council is established between nations to communicate and lend aid if needed.

And still, time moves on.
#Lore24 29/4/24

The southern continent is besieged by a titan of a beast, as it crawls up from a crack in the earth left by one of the recent earthquakes. The United Council dispatches forces to combat the foe. Resembling a hawk, though of towering height, Anilor, the Despair of Wichi gives the assembled army a solid fight; one that lasts a week without rest before its defeat. Those that come into direct contact with its blood ramble about hallucinations they see.

And time moves ever forward.
#Lore24 30/4/24

Saylen that dwell within and along the Gidan River of Nodoye can be dangerous at the best of times, but especially during breeding season before the winter chills set in. Able to charm those who hear their song, they will tear flesh with their claws to feed their young. They also possess rudimentary magic to disguise themselves as elves to the unsuspecting to lure them to their nest. Be aware of the signs: inability to speak, solid green eyes, and talons.

(Welcome to #Mayonster)
#Lore24 1/5/24

The Midasian Mimics of the Umpton Mint are descendants of the original brood discovered in the hoard of the great blue dragon, Seiser. Originally prized by self-important people who valued the Mimics’ ability to produce unmarked gold coins from food they consumed, they were shocked to find that a single bite could confer a disease that would spread from the wound, and turn a person to solid gold. Instead of destroying them, the keepers gifted the Mimics to the Mint.

#Mayonster #Lore24 2/5/24

Despite the name, the Blightserpents of the Weeping Bayou are more akin to a lizard, scuttling on six legs, its three eyes keeping a nervous watch for a shift in the storms. A life of such conditions has granted them a bite that transfers a cursing sickness to its targets. Those of strong fortitude can fight it off, but others who aren’t as lucky suffer an incurable exhaustion that thankfully fades with time. It can be a cascading effect though, with more bites.

#Mayonster #Lore24 3/5/24

The Grove Guardians of Nasè are deceptive foes to be wary of. Using their camouflage abilities, they can blend in with surrounding plant life, until the need for protection presents itself. Due to the druidic practices of shaping plants as they grow with an artificial spiral, the Guardians use this technique to combat advantage; bewildering opponents with fluid movements and a broad area of influence. People who challenge without knowing their full potential, beware!

#Mayonster #Lore24 4/5/24

The common crab. Despite their fearsome looks, their adorable nature makes them an excellent addition to a family household or workplace willing to show a caring heart. With the signature sideways, scuttling gait befitting their kind, crabs can be found in a number of forms. The Queensclaw warcrabs, with their enlarged battering arm. The Broadshell, for speed and transport. The Bridgeforge, known for sheer raw strength.

Crabs: truly a friend for all.

#Mayonster #Lore24 5/5/24

The Whengian Ape, AKA: the “Revenge Ape”, is a truly unique, and terrifying beast. Alone, they are nothing much to worry about, boasting mediocre combat abilities. It’s only when one is killed do the horrors begin. In their death throes, they scream at a deafening volume. This marks their killer, and alerts every other of its kin to march. Once this happens, they will not stop until either they, or you, are dead. They will even sacrifice themselves to ensure victory.

#Mayonster #Lore24 6/5/24

Making their home around Mt. Sanmaya, the Stoneclods are a type of construct in the rough shape of a humanoid, but can explode their component parts into a flurry of whirling wind and stone. Believed to be attracted by the elemental energy attached to the outer planes, Stoneclods share an affinity with the element of air. Despite their small stature, they can carry a surprising amount of weight, and can reach decent speeds in their whirlwind forms.

#Mayonster #Lore24 7/5/24

Like everything else on and around Cinera, the Basilisks that live there are a pure monochromatic grey. Known for their ability to petrify their prey with a stare, they subsist on rocks and stone, digesting it with a powerful acid. Though their single eye can only transform living matter over time, they can cause an internal haemorrhage to instantly transform a smaller area that can start to spread. A cure can be created from their blood, should the worst happen.

#Mayonster #Lore24 8/5/24

The riding dinosaurs of Gylead are a largely passive beast. Despite their owners refusing to train them for war, they can still be capable combatants. Using the razor sharp claws on their hands and feet, they can tear flesh with ease. In addition, the retractable tongue makes it possible for them to trap and restrain potential prey, or more realistically, provided meat from livestock. Their agility is much admired among the working families.

#Mayonster #Lore24 9/5/24

If one should happen to take a bite out of you, their teeth will harmlessly pass through. But every time they attack, they eat a part of your past. You still remember things, but to the rest of the world, it will be like that part of your life never happened. This includes things being taught, or experiences lived. You will remember, but it will no longer be true. Eventually, it will be as if you suddenly appeared into existence, with no connection to anything. (2/2)

#Mayonster #Lore24 10/5/24

Beolaeg Bees can be found around the world, and can be a danger in a swarm. Farmers know the ways to avoid angering the nest, thus attracting their ire, but unpracticed individuals would be better served to stay away. Rather than an expected stinger from their abdomens, they possess an ability to expel a burst of acid at high speed. This can kill or disable creatures much larger than themselves, if they continue to be a threat.

Their honey is delicious and spicy.

#Mayonster #Lore24 11/5/24

Kidafil have been observed in the deeper parts of the ocean, where scholars say the Citadel of Gunsul went down during the Fall. Resembling a segmented eel, or aquatic centipede, their bite can paralyse the body and organs of those who encounter them. Ultimately, they flee from danger, but will fight if pressed into a corner. Though their bodies are too small to be effective on people, the kidafil have also been seen wrapping themselves around prey to strangle them.

#Mayonster #Lore24 12/5/24

For those who dwell under the sands of the Pobari Desert, sheltering from the lethal heat, Sandcrawlers are just another danger to be aware of, as much as a lack of water, or isolation. With a fierce horn on their heads to break through rock and stone, these giant worms also boast 7 eyes (6 on one side, 1 on the other) to aid with their ability to never need sleep. They remain constantly alert, sensing vibrations through the ground, for a wayward traveller or animal.

#Mayonster #Lore24 13/5/24

Denizens act as emissaries and familiars for The One Below and those that serve its power. Without someone specific to serve, they resemble a child-sized humanoid with grey skin and no recognisable features. Once they make a pact, they take on an appearance resembling those they serve and watch over, though as if drowned. Channeling The One Below’s power, they can fire a number of beams with a variety of effects; from inducing sleep, to altering time, to decay.

#Mayonster #Lore24 14/5/24

Screechers roam the halls of the Endless Asylum. Despite their intimidating size, they are carrion feeders, waiting until the strong have already had their fill of what- or whoever was unlucky enough to cross their path. Accustomed to the maddening environment, their exhibit little intelligence, but can mimic a concerning amount of noises designed to fool and lure unsuspecting creatures to their doom at the hands of things far more dangerous than them.

#Mayonster #Lore24 15/5/24

Seeker Hounds serve Maag, and are usually exclusively residents of Ta’terra. Should any happen to escape, they are dispatched to retrieve their quarry with an unshakable sense of where they are at all times. They are persistence hunters in the extreme; not as fast as other creatures, but they can withstand exertion that would exhaust others, and they lack a need to sleep. Once a Seeker Hound is on your trail, they will not stop.

#Mayonster #Lore24 16/5/24

Travellers tell stories of the creatures that roam the wastelands around the ruins of Bul-Ji-Ma, but none as terrifying as those of the Crystal Beast. Estimated at 15 feet tall, it wanders aimlessly until it encounters another creature, unable to identify friend from foe. With a mindless frenzy, it attacks with wild, clubbing blows, projectile crystals, and great speed. The only saving grace is that it does not stray far from the ruins, and will not chase escapees.

#Mayonster #Lore24 17/5/24

Brightfield Sentinals resemble rams, though more humanoid. Standing on two legs, with four arms, they act as peacekeepers across the realm while the sun is up. The blades they wield glow with a shifting light reminiscent of the plane, adding extra damage with every slash. They also possess the ability to temporarily absorb this light into their own bodies, making them a vision of terror to behold. A number of adventurers have been sent screaming at the sight alone.

#Mayonster #Lore24 18/5/24

Referred to as Miasma, elemental creatures roam the Weeping Bayou. As if the swamplands themselves stood up and walk around, a Miasma is one of many dangerous entities in the cursed land. Lashing out with barbed vines, it prefers to maintain a short distance to its prey, as its size makes close combat tricky. The vines can transfer a deadly poison on contact. Additionally, a Miasma can disintegrate into poisonous, and paralytic mist as an escape or as an attack.

#Mayonster #Lore24 19/5/24

Mites are a danger to the miners of Nuvain’s manasteel veins, whether they’re locals or outsiders. They crawl through the tunnels, burrowing shallowly into the walls and support structures, causing damage with the risk of collapse. Despite the shine to their scaled hides, they are not actually made of the precious metal, but they can trick those not paying attention. Easy to handle, unless scared by flowing air; they can drive themselves into a fear frenzy.

#Mayonster #Lore24 20/5/24

Nightwings are a common nuisance across #Matea. At rest, they resemble a loose ball of hair, but they also have a pair of leathery wings hidden behind the fur. Nocturnal creatures, they like to feed on stray fruits and small insects. But nightwings are timid beasts; if cornered, they can shake vigorously to emit a small dust cloud to aid their escape as the potential predator chokes briefly or is momentarily blinded.

#Mayonster #Lore24 21/5/24

Despite the name, Jagged Crabs are nothing like their friendlier, helpful counterparts. Dwelling deep beneath the waves, they are spiteful creatures with attitudes to match their name. They seem to have a preternatural sense of manufactured material, and go out of their way to make themselves a nuisance by trying to harm what they can find with their elongated pincers, and acidic bile. Many nations had, at the height of sea travel, bounties out for their destruction.

#Mayonster #Lore24 22/5/24

Dolyns resemble snails, though they come up to the average person’s knees, and if their shell was instead replaced with a collection of loose stones. Able to camouflage themselves in rocky environments, they can present a hazard to prepared adventurers as easily as ordinary citizens. Using their inherent magnetism, they make attacking with metal weaponry a risky move. By inverting the field, they can emit an electrical blast. Least of all, they can also eat metal.

#Mayonster #Lore24 23/5/24

When civilisation gathers, so does its various leavings. Left long enough, this can collect into a Refuse Elemental. Leaving a trail of burning sewage in its wake, the smell alone is enough to kill the frail and weak. If that wasn’t enough, it can also fling scraps and other leavings from its body as a weapon, bombarding hunters with the remains of their own lifestyle. The trails it leaves are acidic and adhesive, but pose no problem to the Elemental’s traversal.

#Mayonster #Lore24 24/5/24

Maelstrom. A term for a particularly strong whirlpool. But also, a name given to a powerful creature that crosses all forms of natural water. Seemingly comprised of lightning and glass, it has claimed many a life of those unsuspecting its travel plans. Simply being too close is enough for energy to flow, and debris to slice, but it can also focus raw elemental force into a powerful blast. Survivors also claim it can hypnotise victims with the flying shards within.

#Mayonster #Lore24 25/5/24

With as many fans as detractors, sporefish are a common sight in the homes of people with room in their hearts. Yes, according to research, the harmless aquatic creatures DO emit a mild euphoria inducing gas as part of their respiratory system, and yes, that DOES indoctrinate people to care for them; but as they really only thrive in captivity, and small isolated areas of waterways, there really isn’t that much to be worried about. They make a good gift for children.

#Mayonster #Lore24 26/5/24

Roaming the landscape of Cinera, Grey Giants are humanoid type monsters with one eye. Though they exhibit low levels of intelligence, they are wary of the Basilisks that also stalk their home, having no resistance to their petrification. But they’ve also used that to their advantage; by shielding themselves from the stony glare with ordinary material, they gain a petrified weapon or armour to use for their own purposes. Their monocular vision is vulnerable to light.

#Mayonster #Lore24 27/5/24

A popular ghost story told to couples who visit Wichi is of the Maiden of Ice; a beautiful lady who can enchant people to follow into the snowy wastes. There is a kernel of truth in the story that doesn’t get told: A monster does live out beyond the safety of the walls; one which can temporarily mimic the form of a lost traveller, and read the minds of people to emulate the voices of their loved ones. Once lured, the Maiden can bite them in half with a single blow.

#Mayonster #Lore24 28/5/24

If not for chance, Dun would have been a normal, boring town. But with Silwa’na falling, they were in prime position to benefit from scavenging. One prize was the rescue of the Sentinels: Constructs that bridge the gap between manasteel heavy armaments and the sentient Warforged and Autognomes. Needing orders to do anything more than standing guard, they make impressive forces of security and labour for the now capital. They boast an impressive collection of weapons.

#Mayonster #Lore24 29/5/24

Beware the dreaded Samucha,
A beast that loves to bite.
Can swallow almost anything,
With jaws of awesome might.

They’ll find you in the forests,
They’ll find you in the trees.
They can smell you from afar,
With but a simple breeze.

With skin like armour on its back,
It rolls up to defend.
Beware a burning counterstrike,
Lest you meet your end.

So watch for deadly Samucha,
A beast that loves to bite.
Prepare candles with ocean’s scent,
To turn them with a fright.

#Mayonster #Lore24 30/5/24

Fugues resemble floating humanoid skulls softly wreathed in ethereal flame. While they are largely intangible, and thus unable to harm physically, their main threat is their screams can harm the minds of those that hear it. Once enough damage has been done, and their prey rendered legally dead, the Fugue extracts a metaphysical essence to feed from. Those killed in this way become Fugues if not taken care of within 24 hours.

(Thank you for enjoying #Mayonster) #Lore24 31/5/24

You see a notice board, made of a dark wood with a thin coating of ice. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…

“Help Wanted: Must Win Bet
Adventurers wanted to settle a bet. My friend claims that there is nothing to the south, as if the world falls into nothingness as on maps. I protest his foolishness, but he will not be swayed! Reward for accompaniment to venture past the southern border, and bonus for a safe return.”

#JunVentures #Lore24 1/6/24

You see a notice board, made of salvaged driftwood, warped slightly by salt. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…

“Concerned Citizens!
I know that you all are worried about the abandoned ship that appears to be docked out in the bay, past the known safe passages. We are seeking a brave soul, but will accept more!, to investigate. If while you’re there, you could also send the vessel on its way somehow, I believe our fishermen would appreciate it!”

#JunVentures #Lore24 2/6/24

You see a notice board, made of a light wood inlaid with gold filigree. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…

“I heard from my mate’s friend’s wife that the Mint is actually keeping only a BIT of what they actually keep in the vaults! Most of the good stuff is stashed underground, just outside the city. Equal share for joining in, shares go up if someone else doesn’t make it.

No backstabbing. Can’t do it again. Time critical.”

#JunVentures #Lore24 3/6/24

You see a notice board, covered with graffiti of all manner of accusations, claims, and vulgarities. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…

“Looking 4 New Muscle
Planning raid on castle. Figure they cant get us all. Ifn you can knock out Big Lou, yer in. Lose and we take your shit. Make it through 3 rounds and we’ll talk bout it.

If your a cop, you have to tell us. Also piss off, this ain’t for you. You come, you dy. Don’t believe me ask your mum.”

#JunVentures #Lore24 4/6/24

You see a notice board made of tessellating bricks and tiles. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…

“WANTED FOR IMMEDIATE SALE

ONE DRAGON SKULL, THREE STRIPS OF SEEKER HOUND LEATHER, TWO GEMS OF GREEN COLOURATION

MONEY NO OBJECT

MY DESIGN NEEDS IT. THE VOICES SAY THAT IS THE KEY. THE TEMPLE IT CREATES WILL OUTLAST MY TENURE AS MAYOR. WE WILL FEAST AND REVEL UNDER THEIR LIGHT

PLEASE

they worry me”

#JunVentures #Lore24 5/6/24

You see a notice board of manasteel and brass alloy. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…

“Seeking day labour to prepare for upcoming landing and Restoration Day. Hard workers preferred, but work can be found for all who wish. Restoration Day is an important time for all Citadels, and we don’t want to be outdone again, do we? Where’s our civic pride?! Work will largely consist of construction of a performance stage, so we can show off our best!”

#JunVentures #Lore24 6/6/24