To the north of the Verland Kingdom lies another kingdom, separated from it by a vast ocean.
It is an extremely wealthy kingdom, blessed with an abundance of natural resources. Because of these valuable resources, the government has been trying to bring the kingdom under its control. They are willing to do almost anything to achieve that goal.
However, the King of this kingdom has never agreed to cooperate with them.
This kingdom is known as the Polard Kingdom.
The Polard Kingdom is protected by twenty Lords, with each Lord responsible for defending a specific region of the kingdom. These twenty Lords serve directly under the King of Polard, Aureline Helios.
Twenty years before the current timeline, a great war took place. After the war ended, these twenty Lords were given their titles.
Before that, there had been fewer Lords. However, after seeing the threats that could potentially endanger his kingdom in the future, King Aureline decided to increase their number. By dividing their responsibilities among more Lords, he strengthened the kingdom's defenses.
The twenty Lords were divided among the four directions of the kingdom: North, East, South, and West.
Each region has its own unique environment and identity.
The North — Fallen Winter
The northern region is covered in snow throughout most of the year. The people living there are known as the Fallen Winter.
There are six Lords governing the North:
1. Armondice Manice
2. Keld Lanicer
3. Lent Harmender
4. Rob Rehkas
5. Nile Nerdon
6. Parsh Palvind
These six Lords hold authority over the northern territories and remain fiercely loyal to the Helios family.
The East — Snake of East
The eastern region is governed by another six Lords. They are known as the Snake of East.
The six Lords are:
1. Ahem Arshold
2. Elmeda Riana
3. Kert Dorland
4. Filt Houserbrand
5. Herry Carvand
6. John Antorine
Together, they rule and protect the eastern territories of the Polard Kingdom.
The South — Sword of Land
The southern region is ruled by four Lords, collectively known as the Sword of Land.
They are:
1. Arya Helmord
2. Randy Elegone
3. Leater Elmond
4. Lance Remstar
These four Lords govern the southern territories and remain loyal to the Polard Kingdom.
The West — Hunter of West
The western region is governed by four Lords known as the Hunter of West.
They are:
1. Samar Orantio
2. Gavin Gorlord
3. Pomas Lartio
4. Kevin Melantio
These four Lords protect and govern the western region.
Together, these twenty Lords rule their respective territories while remaining loyal to the Polard Kingdom and recognizing Aureline Helios as their King.
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The Helios Family
Aureline Helios has two children.
His firstborn is Aerstrone, while his second child is Shakky.
Aureline also has a younger brother named Benjin and derland, benjin also known by the title "The Brother Killer."
Because Aerstrone is the firstborn, he is the rightful heir to the throne.
However, he has always harbored hatred toward Shakky.
Shakky is exceptionally talented and has mastered almost everything she attempts. Because of her abilities, people often underestimate Aerstrone in comparison to his younger sister.
This is something Aerstrone has never been able to accept.
At this point in the timeline, Aerstrone is twelve years old.
Shakky, on the other hand, has suffered from a mysterious disease since childhood.
The disease slowly consumes her from within.
According to the history of the Helios family, once every three hundred years, a child is born with this disease. Those afflicted usually live for only ten to twelve years.
Despite her illness, Shakky possesses Saint Power.
This power makes her one of the most powerful individuals in the kingdom and allows her to become exceptionally skilled at almost anything she attempts.
At this point in the timeline, Shakky is nine years old.