The Mourning
| The Mourning | |
|---|---|
| The catastrophic event that claimed Elara Corvayne and thousands more | |
| Type | Historical Event |
| Location | First aether font site (now part of the Wastes) |
Calythera Archives – Entry 47 – The Mourning
The Mourning is the name given to the catastrophic event that followed the destruction of the first aether font. It claimed countless lives, including Elara Corvayne, and left deep scars on the survivors, particularly House Corvayne. While the Pre-Mourning Cataclysm shattered the land, the Mourning shattered the people. Official records describe it as a tragic accident. The truth, however, is far more complex and remains one of Calythera’s most guarded secrets. This archive entry records the known facts and the lingering impact of the event that still haunts the present.
The Mourning refers to the catastrophic follow-on event to the destruction of the first aether font. It resulted in massive loss of life and the scattering of survivors.
Known Facts
The Mourning occurred when Elara Corvayne entered the chamber of the first aether font during a period of extreme instability. A blinding blue-white explosion followed, creating a massive crater and releasing uncontrolled aether surges. Thousands, possibly millions, perished in the immediate aftermath. House Corvayne survived, but the event left deep psychological and physical scars on Aelira, Myrra, and Eldrin.
Impact on House Corvayne
Aelira witnessed her mother enter the chamber and the subsequent explosion. The event forged her stoic nature and survivor’s guilt. Myrra was left emotionally scarred and fearful of digging into the past. Eldrin’s departure and quest for truth are direct consequences of the Mourning.
Role in Calythera
The Mourning is the defining trauma of the current era. It explains the extreme caution around the second font, the rigid debt cycle systems designed to prevent hoarding, and the ongoing search for lost knowledge. Many of the continent’s deepest mysteries and political tensions trace back to unanswered questions about what truly happened during the Mourning.
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