It is the Golden Age of the Middle Kingdom. It is a time of great prosperity and cultural advancements. Philosopher kings reign, the arts reach their peak, and wars between neighboring states have all but ceased.
In the beginning two gods existed - Dyos and Nyos, they were the rulers of the universe and could create and destroy as they saw fit. This time the fate of the land will be in your hands.
Ever since the rise of humans, the world has been at war. The humans, who have ascended to a level of power never meant for them, find themselves embroiled in a war with the gods. For too long, the Balo and Arden of the immortal Athans have waged war, trying to quell this human insurrection.
A Heavenly decree is made stating that an expedition will be sent to the Western Lands to seek the knowledge, wisdom, and blessings required to calm and purify the Heavens once again.
Mylvada barely survived the battle and prior to departing Eyrda, he revived Dysil, the giant creature who descended from the Giant Tree of Eyrda. The body of an evil giant dragon was given to Dysil who renamed himself Strom Lord.
Descending upon the war-torn world are two of the Athan elite: the lethal Rayan and the noble Celan. The Rayan are merciless killers and assassins, and the most feared faction of the entire Athan race.
