[color=f7976a][u]A bit of back-story [WIP] [/u][/color] ________________________________________________________________________________ [b]Earth contexts[/b] -two days after all three gates had been discovered- [color=f7976a] -An extract from an American earth newspaper, [/color] Two days ago on the seventh of September three phenomenons appeared in different locations around the world; what appear to be large marble archways. It has now been confirmed that each object acts as a doorway to an unmapped planet similar to earth. Three 'gates' ,as they are being called by officials, have manifested themselves. One within the city of Saskatoon, SK in Canada. One in the south African city of Johannesburg and one in the center of Tokyo, japan. It has been confirmed through astrological readings that all three gates lead to the same 'Otherworld'. Japan was devastated by an attack from sentient beings from beyond the gate believed mostly to be human. As many as 4000 Otherworld troops, some atop huge flying creatures, swarmed through the gate and began to slaughter anyone within the city. The attackers were defeated by the JSDF within hours, despite their small number of personnel stationed in the city. Tragically civilian deaths are believed to be in the hundreds. Japan has responded by mobilizing 6000 troops through the gate to establish a settlement. The gate archway has been secured with a steal casing. South Africa experienced a similar affair, though their attacker was but one creature. A large red being which would best be described as a dragon. It had already set a half mile wide radius of city ablaze before it was eliminated by air to air missiles. Casualties are believed to be in the thousands. As of now attempts are being made to destroy the archway, none of which have been successful. Canada's gate has remained silent and they have reportably given America the go ahead to send an armored military units through their gate. The gate itself has been sealed off in a concrete wall. These gates that have appeared will no doubtably change history forever. whether it be for better or for worse is unknown. _______________________________________________________________________________ [b]Otherworld contexts[/b] -two days after all three gates had been discovered- [color=f7976a] -An official report from the imperial army. [/color] We have been defeated, all but 70 dead or imprisoned. Our enemy appeared at first to be those of similar culture, soon was it discovered they had cruel magic never seen once before. Even our dragons were shot from the skies by their powerful fires. We have retreated from the hill of Arnus, defeated. Our enemy, unfortunately, has lain claim to the sacred hill of Arnus. But they are few in numbers, a second strike would surely drive them from our lands! Long live the king. Sir Reoir Narekov. [color=f7976a] -A local news-pamphlet from a small desert village. [/color] Citizens you may rest easy, for no longer shall we live in fear of the cruel wings of the basalt-rock fire-dragon. Two days ago local farmer, Arkanoviksh Miles, witnessed divine punishment be bestow upon the fiery-fiend. As the great dragon swooped low to catch livestock from a hill a flash of white light appeared, and with it a great white prison. The dragon flew dazed into the cage entrance and has not returned. It is most likely trapped in the underworld, serving punishment for its crimes. Let us remind you that no one should approach the cage entrance, lest we disrespect the god who has so kindly removed our greatest nemesis. _______________________________________________________________________________ [b]World link map[/b] [img]http://i.imgur.com/I9zhf7K.jpg[/img] [b]Otherworld map[/b] [img]http://i.imgur.com/2a6FtTS.png[/img] ________________________________________________________________________________ [color=f7976a]Otherworld gate opening provinces. [/color] [u]Niorvria[/u] - [color=82ca9d]green [/color]gate Niorvria is home to many races, mostly elves and humans. The inhabitants live peacefully as its government is smart enough to avoid any possible wars through diplomatic processes. The people of Niovria did not witness the gates opening. [u]The empire[/u] - [color=f7976a]red [/color]gate The most powerful and richest nation the empire is inhabited almost solely by humans. It prides itself on its unmatchable military strength and many inhabitants treat the lands kings and rulers as gods, not always by their own will. The people of the empire mobilized an army though their gate as soon as it was opened. [u]Corthoerm[/u] - [color=fff79a]yellow [/color]gate The eastern province of Therom island, most inhabitants of the socialist corthoerm are human farmers. The country itself is very religions and has often found this as a reason to war with other nations. The people of corthoerm believe the gates opening to be divine, and therefore should be left un-interacted with.