The Purpose of the Twilight Pact

The Twilight Pact was a historic agreement signed by the nations and major factions of Orethar, a significant region in Eldranis, to limit the use of high magic. This decision came after a series of magical disasters and near-cataclysms that shook the foundations of their societies, instilling widespread fear about the dangers of uncontrolled magic. The Pact aimed to prevent further such incidents by restricting certain forms of magic, especially those involving planar manipulation, necromancy, and other high-risk arcane practices.

Signatories and Key Participants

The Twilight Pact was signed by representatives from multiple factions, including:

• The Kingdom of Imperion: A powerful human kingdom known for its disciplined military, strategic governance, and influence over trade routes. Imperion was a strong advocate for the Pact, believing it necessary to ensure stability and security across the continent.

• The Sylvan Conclave: An alliance of elven communities committed to preserving natural magic and the balance of the land.

• The Dwarven Clans of Ulfheim: Who sought to protect their underground realms from the collateral effects of magical experiments.

• The Mage Council of Shenyun: A coalition of scholars and wizards who recognized the dangers of uncontrolled magical study.

• Various Minor Powers: Including city-states, smaller kingdoms, and influential guilds that relied heavily on trade or magic.

Each signatory agreed to abide by the limitations set forth in the Pact, with specific conditions varying by region and culture.

Restrictions Imposed by the Pact

The Twilight Pact prohibited the use of:

• Planar Magic: Especially any attempts to open rifts or gateways to other planes, as these could potentially invite invasions or destabilize the fabric of reality.

• High Necromancy: Raising armies of the dead or binding souls for extended periods was strictly forbidden.

• Chronomancy (Time Magic): Manipulation of time was banned, as even minor alterations could have catastrophic consequences.

• Forbidden Summoning: Summoning entities from beyond known realms, particularly those that were not well understood or documented, was heavily regulated or outlawed altogether.