The Keeper's Burden
The world of Valdris was woven with magic—flowing through rivers, burning in the sun, drifting with the wind. It pulsed through every creature, kingdom, and breath of life. Yet, it was fragile. Five great kingdoms—Fire, Wind, Earth, Water, and Shadow—held dominion over the elements, but power alone could not maintain harmony.
Balance did not rest in rulers or war. It lived within one being—the Keeper of Balance. This guardian wielded a power that bound all magic together, ensuring harmony among the elements. They could never grow old, nor could they be slain by mortal hands. However, their time was not infinite. When a new Keeper was born, the old one had to offer their life in sacrifice. If this cycle was broken, chaos would reign, and the world itself would collapse.
For centuries, the balance endured. Now, whispers of war threatened to undo it all