Fanmade Planets

Arda is a land shrouded in darkness, lit only by the cold and distant stars. The realm is largely mountainous and is largely covered by dense woodland. The planet is home to many valleys, caves and lakes, many of which remain unexplored and are home to some of legend's oldest and oft forgotten creatures.


Ruins and burial grounds litter a large portion of the Eastern lands, which for the most part still remain deserted by the Dark Elves, plants and beasts alike. It is called Carndum, 'the Red valley 'as it believed that the blood of fallen Dark Elves still stains the land. It is also home to the Luksor Glades, a marsh-like area where the travellers have sworn that they can still see the faces of the dead in the murky waters. It is also where lies the ruins of the former capital of the Elves, Tirion.


Aqualondë is currently the largest city and capital of Arda which borders on a large lake. The city of Aqualondë was best known for it's silversmiths, carpentry and is the home of the largest observatory on Arda.

It is the home to most of the Dark Elves on Arda currently which encompasses about 2,000 Elves. There are several smaller villages surrounding the area but all remain within fairly close vicinity of Aqualondë.

The structure of the city is fairly unique as the surface is home to several towers and temples as well as the observatory and many of the workshops for the crafstmen and smiths but it is below ground where most people dwell. And in a series of beautifully decorated caves and tunnels, lies most of the population, they additionally have access to a series of underwater springs which provide resources as well as to form aesthetic pools and fountains for the population to enjoy.

At the core of the city is a large tree that glows a soft silver colour. It's roots bury into the ground as well and with the help of the magic of the Elves it lights up the city of Aqualondë (both above and below ground). Though the Elven magic was not enough to power it constantly and so instead its magic waxes for 12 hours until it reaches it's brightest and then wanes until everything is completely dark- creating their version of night and day.

The immediate area around Aqualondë has been cleared by the Elves and is under close supervision but not five kilometres out lies the Silverwood, home to many wild beasts- some of which are best left unencountered.


Several of the planet's vegetation has adapted a glowing mechanism, most notable of which is found in the Silverwood outside Aqualondë in which the trees glow a soft silver colour (the light is far weaker than the light one obtains from a sun, but the Dark Elves have adapted well to the low light intensity). The vegetation is very thick at lower altitudes and is very easy to get lost in if you don't know the planet.


All nature of beasts live here, some recognisable from other realms, some only found in legend on many realms and others none have seen the like of before.  A good proportion  of these animals in harmony with the Elven populations but many have gone wild and ravenous since the downfall of the Dark Elves and are considered a threat by the Elves now.

At the dawn of life, Arda was a great and revered realm upon which spirits of all nature and with many wondrous powers inhabited. Appointed by the deities of the universe, they granted the planet life, light and music. These spirits, known as Fea, lived in the realm with the Elves of Arda- who had named themselves the 'High Elves' for they saw their mastery of all disciplines as superior to that of the other mortal races.

The Elves learned much from these spirits and were blessed with long life as they were taught how to connect with the world around them and care for it. Many of the Elves took apprenticeships under the spirits and the Elves grew to be a wise and powerful people.

Chief among the Fea were three sisters who brought light to the realm- The Calaquendi. Whom consisted of Narya the keeper of moonlight, Nenya the keeper of starlight and Vilya the keeper of sunlight. In all of Arda's history, they only took one apprentice- the Prince of the Elves, Fëanaro.

Even among Elven standards, there were few who could even compete with Fëanaro's skill and might. And though he excelled in many disciplines, it was his craftsmanship which was unparalleled and has remained so ever since. Under the apprenticeships of the spirits, he grew to love Nenya, for starlight was the light he loved best. He even gifted her with three jewels more beautiful than any other for within them he had captured a single drop of each kind of light that was guarded by the spirits and they shone with insurpassable beauty.

It was a well-guarded secret but Nenya too loved Fëanaro, though Nenya's sisters opposed the match- To share her heart with a mortal would only end bad and so they forbid Nenya from seeing Fëanaro.

Fëanaro was disappointed when he receieved no reply from Nenya and he left the apprenticeship of the Calaquendi to work by himself. Crafting his three jewels into a magnificent crown for him to wear. It was said that the crown and the power of the jewels granted him strength that almost matched that of the Fea.

When the time came for Fëanaro to become King, he was made to pledge allegiance to the Calaquendi as had all who had taken the position before him. But Fëanaro refused, arguing that his people were not the servants of spirits to do their chores for endless years and only to die when the Fea were done with them. He forsook the Calaquendi and the Fea and suggested that the Elves live their own lives elsewhere.

Many of the Elves rallied to his side, but there were several who remained loyal to the Fea and made an attempt to stop Fëanaro from leaving under order of the spirits. But little did they know that Fëanaro had prepared for this answer and the King of the Elves turned on those who stood in his way. The loyalists fought back, but they were overrun easily enough and Fëanaro left the city of Tirion with his host of Elves.

The spirits were outraged and devastated and they sent their messengers to give Fëanaro one last warning before they unleash their wrath on the Elves. But Fëanaro himself was proud and almost akin to the spirits in his strength and might and would not be intimidated so easily. And thus he declared war on the spirits of Arda.

The immediate response of the Fea was to lay waste to Arda's former capital Tirion, killing all who had sheltered there- children, the elderly and the defenceless. And those who had been against Fëanaro's stand at first, now came to him in the hopes of avenging those that had been lost.

The war waged on for many years and the land was broken beyond repair and filled with the slaughtered bodies of the Elves. Though whilst the losses were heavy on the Elven front, they managed to maintain the upper hand as they had used their own magic to capture spirits and imprison them.

Fëanaro's last stand was atop the ruins of Tirion against Nenya. Though Nenya still loved  Fëanaro and could not fight him, instead begging that he put down his sword. But he did not listen and charged for her. Nenya refused to fight back and she felt the sting of Fëanaro's blade but still she did nothing. Before Fëanaro could imprison her broken spirit, Vilya and Narya, with the support of the deities intervened and imprisoned Fëanaro in a blood-red diamond so that he could witness the ruin of his people and understand what defying the deities meant.

Fëanaro's three jewels were taken by the Calaquendi and were given to the deities to hide them so that no mortal would find them ever again.

From that day, the Elves were cursed by the deities for their defiance and their lifespan was shortened but remained long enough so that they would know suffering and loss beyond that of any other mortal race. They took away the light from the planet so it was shrouded in darkness and that is how it would remain for all eternity. All that was left was the stars which were rumoured to have been left Nenya for some believed that deep down she still loved the Elves.

The spirits cast the realm into emptiness and Arda fell into legend, forgotten by all.

Since their downfall, the Elves had to slowly pick up from everything they lost and with the limited resources they had and the Elves rebuilt the city of Aqualondë, though they built much of it underground to shelter themselves from the biting wind and frost that were too strong for even the Elves to brave.

At the end of the royal line, a council was formed instead with seven lords and ladies. The elves adopted a mind that encouraged hard work and a fairly simplistic life to make sure everyone had enough to survive.

The Elves had never looked out for one another more than during this time, but eventually they managed to establish a safe and stable lifestyle at Aqualondë. They turned their minds to other things such as magic and trying to wield powers of nature and light as they had before and through several scriptures they managed to revive some magic, it was nowhere near as strong as it had been before. They could no longer wield the element of light either and instead learnt to wield darkness, the only light they could wield was starlight.

They still shared a closer bond to the natural world than most beings and they have exceptional knowledge in astronomy but aside from that their reclusiveness has left them at a disadvantage when it comes to technology and other modern advances.

Lifespan: Around 250 – 400 years

Appearance: The Dark Elves are often considered to possess an ethereal sort of beauty and have the grace that many others might dream of. During their long years, they keep their youthful appearance. They have long, pointed ears and dark skin (often blue, purple or grey). They often paint patterns on their skin with silver paste. They are slightly taller than the average humanoid standing between 6' and 7'. They have more pointed and sharp features and are much more lightly built, giving them an advantage in agility, speed and steath but at a much greater disadvantage when it comes to strength.

Abilities:
- More acute senses than the average humanoid being
- They have a closer affiliation to nature than most mortal beings
- Resistance to ice and dark magic

Weaknesses:
- Much of their natural magic is unique to the planet and doesn't work elsewhere since the fauna and flora has diverged a fair bit from the other planets. Thus Dark - Elves who wield Earth or Animal powers can only use their abilities to their full extent on Arda or suffer an extra 10% percent loss in efficiency. (However the same also occurs vice versa)
- They find themselves weakest in strong light or hot climates.
- Their magic is naturally 10% weaker than fairies/witches on the same level.


Combat:
- In a battle of strength, the Elves are unlikely to win against the average humanoid being.
- In a battle of magic, a Dark Elf is around 10% weaker than a witch/fairy on the same level.
- They have notable weaknesses against powers of Technology, Electricity, Fire and Light.
- Though they have resistance to Star, Ice, Darkness and Music powers.
- In a fight of speed or agility, they will often trump the opponent.
- Best matched weapons are a bow and arrow, spear and one-handed swords.
- They have a high stamina
- Lower vitality than the average humanoid being.


Available Powers:
Animals
Art
Darkness
Earth
Ice
Metal
Music
Shape-Shifting
Stars
Water
Wind

Other

Elves can use enchanted objects to boost their magical abilities. This most commonly comes in the form of enchanted weapons or jewellery. This is often enough to reduce their handicap with other magical beings whilst they are away from their homeland.

Language
They speak Elven and the Common Tongue.



As the Dark Elves recognise themselves as a cursed and forgotten race, there is little encouraging them to reproduce.

Every year they have around 15 children born and around 20 deaths, meaning that the population is starting to decline. The figure has been improving over the years but it is a danger that the Elves may one day face extinction.

The Dark Elves have lost a system of currency due to the lack of need for one. With one major city and only several smaller villages, the Elves use a bartering as a system of exchange- exchanging commodities directly instead of using a medium such as money.

Of all the Elven resources, silver is seen as the most precious. Largely due to it's use to create enchanted objects by the silversmiths. Though the drop in Silvermines has also made it a rare luxury now.

The surrounding habitat allows for plentiful wood, stone and drinking water. Though food can sometimes be scarce if the weather is persistently bad.


The Elves have their homes underground to shelter themselves from the cold and the winds outside. Several enchantments have also been placed on the entrance due to the Elves' fear of another war potentially breaking out.

The Elves home's are connected through a series of tunnels and caves excavated and decorated by the Elves. Families usually reside together and look after one another. They also traditionally decorate their homes themselves to reflect their likes, interests and history.


The strongly fortified outposts that are within close vicinity of Aqualondë are used to gather resources that couldn't otherwise be collected within the city or to act as watchtowers. It is mainly guardsmen that occupy these areas though some families have grown daring enough to move outside of the walls of Aqualondë.


Given the very small number of children within the Realm, the Elven children are able to receive very specialised education that suits the individual Elf. At the age of 20/30 Elves often undertake apprenticeships to learn their preferred skills, though tutors and parents will teach them the other basic skills they need it can include cooking, riding and healing but most often involves learning some efficiency with a weapon should their walls be breached.


The Elves work hard to maintain their city and their people, often casting aside their passions to undertake jobs that are necessary for the wellbeing of their kind. In times requiring large taskforces (such as harvests), the Elves often lend one another a hand.

Among the common occupations undertaken by Elves are: Smiths, mages, astronomers, guardsmen, cultivators, hunters, fisherman and craftsmen.


The Elves no longer worship spirits for whilst they have been broken, they remain proud (though some might call it stubborness) and still stand by Fëanaro's decision to forsake deities and ethereal beings. In fact, many will still offer blessings to Fëanaro.


The Elves mature at about 50 and it is usually at this age that they will court others. The Elven laws are very strictly opposed to pre-marital sex though are liberal with the choice of who the Elf wishes to be with.

At an Elven marriage, the Elves give one another second names that reflect the best qualities of their partner.

Temple of Fëanaro - Once a temple commemorating the Calaquendi, the people of Aqualondë changed it to commemorate the defying of divine power and their greatest hero.

Observatory - The largest observatory on Arda and where many of the Elven studies on stars and astronomy take place. Many of Arda's brightest scholars work here.

Council Hall - A decorated building within which the council of the Dark Elves, 7 Lords and Ladies voted for by the people, make executive decisions.

Lake Lorien - The lake which the city borders, recognised by it's pale blue colour. As well as a source for food, during the day many Elves often go here to relax.

Hall of Mandos - A great hall underground which is the centre of magic and learning. It contains many of the old Elven scriptures and other artefacts.




Watchtower - The large white watchtower remains the centre of Doriath. Using magic, a beacon is lit to light up the forest around it and reveal any form of dark and menacing creatures in the woods.

Silver Mine - Many of those who live in Doriath are miners who have been out of work since the mines closest to Aqualondë ran dry



Ruins of Tirion - The ruins of the once great city of Tirion lie here. Most of the city remains overrun by ivy and other sprawling plants, however the stone courtyard where Fëanaro had his last stand against Nenya still remains clear. Some travellers claim to have even seen Nenya herself weeping in that very place.

Luksor Glades - Also known as the 'Dead Marsh', it is an area that is feared by most as it is rumoured to be haunted by the dead that were slain by the Fea. In the black waters, rumour has it that you can still see the faces of those who were slain.

Noctus is a planet which gets very little sunlight, so many of its resources come from its many moons.  The most light the planet can get ranges from the sunlight at dawn, sunset, and twilight.  Researchers suggest its distance from its solar system’s star is between Uranus’ and Saturn’s to the Sun.  It is however rich with various magical gems and minerals, which might explain the planet’s ability to create its own heat.  The animals here make their own light or rely on the light given off by other creatures and even plants, further making the land reflect the vibrant, starry sky from above.  Animals are fairly wilder in the darker areas of the planet or the more questionable areas.  Many of its people rely on special lighting to allow them to produce the right amount of resources to go about their day.

The temperature does not get above 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21 degrees Celsius) and can get as low as below zero temperatures.

The wardrobe on Noctus is similar to futuristic styles mixed with that of Greco-Roman styled robes.  Patterns are usually geometric, following star patterns and planet symbols.  The symbol of Noctus represents a person (usually seen as a woman) about to embrace an outline of a circle over the symbol for “N”.  The symbol is meant to symbolize the people’s allegiance to the lawful good despite being a planet of darkness.  The people of Noctus are often seen in silver, white, blues, indigos and blacks.  Rarely will anyone find them in any other color unless it is to fit in with the rest of the Magical Dimension when they visit the other places.

The culture seems easy-going yet somewhat strict as every woman; man and child are expected to know how to defend their planet should it become threatened.  The reason being is not many people truly understand the people of Noctus and believe them to be evil.  Unfortunately for the planet, the people were attacked by an evil none of them can name.  This left the Royal family of Noctus no choice but to send its only hopes (their heirs) to the main lands of the Magical Dimension.

The motto of Noctus is as follows “Fear not the Darkness, but of one’s Heart.”

The door is sealed in an attempt to keep whatever attacked Noctus in, meaning those who have left for school have no way of going back home.  Fairies (Enchantix), witches (Dis-Enchantix), wizards, and warriors of high levels in their respective schools can go back but at their own discretion.

For now, the people must wait until the King and Queen’s children can return to save Noctus.

The Royal Family of Noctus:

• Queen: Tsillah
  
• King: Nox
  
• Crowned Princess: Nyx (Fairy)
  
• Princess: Reserved (Witch)—(Will only accept Witches of Illusion, Darkness, Moon, Earth (as Gaia is Nyx’s sister according to the Greek myth) and Stars)
  

Noctus’ prized possession: A gem that looks like the night sky called the Night Essence.  Half of the gem was given to the princesses to search for allies to help them destroy the evil that has taken over Noctus.

(Will allow the King to have a brother u 3 u~ and that family is up to you guys, but I want to have the final say.)

Locations:

Hemera Summit—One of the most peaceful places on Noctus surrounded by a resort town by the same name.  Many people liked staying here from time to time to enjoy the little, true sunlight they can get.  It is named after the Greek primordial deity of the day and the daylight.  Hemera is one of Nyx’s children and the wife of the god, Aether.  The summit is also a good gathering place for diplomatic decisions as the sunlight calms much of the people from other parts of the magical dimension.  At night, the Hemera summit often gets a lot of moonlight from Noctus’ many moons.  However, the summit is conveniently near a dangerous place.

Aether Course—This place is named after the Greek primordial deity of the light and air.  Aether is one of Nyx’s children and the husband of the goddess, Hemera.  It is located next to Hemera Summit to remind those who are testing themselves of the comforts of home while they train.  It is the perfect place for many to come and test their courage and meddle because of the ferocious animals, the absolute darkness and the strange plants.  However, everything is beautiful lighted up by the many fauna, flora, and landforms.  Everything here can kill you in many different ways if you are not careful.  It is of various environments except for the beaches.

Erebos Path—Another nature trail near the Capitol where those who wish to strengthen their dark magic gather.  The trail leads to the Nyx Shrine which houses most of Noctus’ televised celebrations.  Many of the plants and animals here can cause delusions and/or hallucinations or can cast illusion spells.  It is another place into the palace through the Nyx Shrine.  Before a princess or prince can truly become a ruler of Noctus, they must journey to the palace through the Path using only their wits.  Sometimes, those who are marrying into another Royal Family must go through the same test to test their tolerance and endurance.  Like Aether Course, it is one of the most dangerous places on Noctus.  The name comes from Nyx’s Consort, Erebus, the Greek primordial god of darkness.  He along with Nyx and Gaia were born from Chaos.

La Nuit Café—A popular hangout in the Capitol’s shopping district where it sells various sweets.  It includes various things that are not normally on the menu throughout the magical dimension.  La Nuit is French for “the Night”.

Skotos Tavern—A popular hangout and bar in the Capitol’s shopping district and yes they sell juice and soda for those who are considered “light weight”.  They have yummy root beer floats that are to die for.  They are very strict with ID’s however.  You must be at least 19 before you can start sipping some ale.

Noctus Capitol Shopping District—There are various other cafes, bars, night clubs, and etc. here but Skotos Tavern and La Nuit Café are just two of the most popular places.  Sorry, Stella, the brightest colored clothing you can get here come in gold, silver, lavender, pale indigo and silvery-blue only.

Nocturne Institute of Magic and Defense for Young Girls—The elementary school for females just starting to use their magic or just bonding with their chosen weapons if one is a warrior.  Fairies, witches and other creatures are allowed here just as long as they identify themselves as a female.  Once a girl reaches twelve, they are ready to begin middle school.

Night Mother Private School of Magic and Defense for Young Maidens—The middle school for females to control their own magic or further bond girls with their chosen weapons if one is a warrior.  Any magical creature may join as long as they identify as a female.  Once a girl reaches sixteen, they are ready to begin high school and university abroad.

Dark Consort Academy of Magic and Defense for Young Boys—The elementary school for males just starting to use their magic or just bonding with their chosen weapons if one is a warrior.  Any magical creature is allowed here just as long as they identify themselves as a male.  Once a boy reaches twelve, they are ready to begin middle school.

Dark Guardian Academy of Magic and Defense for Young Gentlemen—The middle school for males to control their own magic or further bond boys with their chosen weapons as a warrior.  Any magical creature is allowed here as long as they identify themselves as a male.  Once a boy reaches sixteen, they are ready to begin high school and university abroad.

Noctus University of Magic and Defense—Originally a co-ed college specializing in dark, illusion, wind, and sometimes moon and star magic and the martial arts of Noctus, however closed due to the great evil.  Many students were transferred to other colleges abroad to protect them.  The college houses students of high school level through university level.

Noctus Palace—The palace for the Royal Family of Noctus.  It is locked for some reason.  It is located in the Capitol.

Noctus Capitol—The capitol city of Noctus where the Noctus Palace recides.  It is home to many of the shops and popular hang outs.

Oceans of Noctus—Are named Oceanus and Thalassa after primordial deities of the ocean and the seas respectively.  The Oceans of Noctus link up to the rest of the oceans in the magical dimension.  Of course, it has its own gate to the Infinite Ocean and it is protected by its very own Selkie.  Many of the creatures here appear like the deep sea fish from the ocean’s bottom because of the darkness (anglar fish and gulper eels).  The beaches appear to reflect the night sky as the sand sparkles like the stars.  Today, the Selkie protects the gate to the world from outside the Ocean of Noctus Gate.

More coming soon!