The Founding of Altheria (550 VT)

Overview: The city of Altheria was established as a symbol of unity and prosperity during the Golden Age. Built under the guidance of the three great families—Goldheart, Silverwater, and Crimsonclaw—it served as Valora’s political and cultural hub. The city marked a major turning point in Valora’s history, embodying peace and cooperation.

Date: 550 VT

Participants:

• Goldheart, Silverwater, and Crimsonclaw families
• Citizens of Valora

Cause: As Valora’s society flourished under the leadership of the great families, there was a growing need for a central capital that would reflect the harmony and progress of the realm. Altheria was designed to be the physical representation of the cooperation between the three families, a beacon of peace.

Story:
Construction of Altheria began in the heart of Valora, with each family contributing their strengths. The Goldhearts oversaw the construction of the city’s judicial and governmental buildings, ensuring that justice would always reign in the capital. The Silverwater family contributed their knowledge of magic and architecture, designing the Archivium, where the realm’s greatest knowledge would be stored and shared. The Crimsonclaws fortified the city, ensuring that it was defensible and secure, a symbol of their commitment to strength and protection.

Altheria’s completion signaled a new chapter for Valora. The city’s towering spires, pristine streets, and grand palaces quickly became the center of political, cultural, and spiritual life in Valora. The great families gathered here to govern, debate, and ensure the continued prosperity of the realm.

The city’s foundation ceremonies were marked by a radiant light from the heavens—a sign from Altharion that he blessed the endeavor. It was in Altheria that the Council of Valora was officially established, with representatives from all regions gathering to debate and pass laws that would shape the realm.

Outcome: The founding of Altheria solidified the Golden Age of Valora, serving as a lasting symbol of unity and strength. The city became the beating heart of Valora, where politics, culture, and faith flourished. Altheria would later become a center of resistance against the dark forces that emerged during the Age of Divergence.