Elyana

Beyond human eyes, yet right in front of them, lays a separate world. One far more beautiful, and far more terrifying. The fae were a myth as far as humans were aware. It was far easier that way, for both of them alike.

Humans were always too eager to be a part of Acpentorrix, yet they were not meant to be immortal. The time would pass swiftly at first, often blissful and joyous. But time was different. One minute might be years in the humans world. But they never listened, or perhaps never truly understood. They all eventually became tired. Grew homesick. Lashed out when they were told leaving would mean ultimate death. That whomever they’d once loved or cared for had already died. Still, they chose the route that no fae would ever choose. They chose the route humans were meant to choose. And that’s why they were sealed out by the high court.

A barrier was built shrouding Acpentorrix and the fae in a glamour humans couldn’t see through without permission. For centuries, the fae were forbidden upon speaking to humans, let alone having children with them, as children with fae blood were able to see beyond the glamour. But fae were mischievous creatures. Being told they couldn’t have something led to danger.

A few restless fae entered the human world again, but now humans were terrified by them. Instead of being enthralled by their beauty and power, they found it evident of some kind of dark energy. The fae became enraged and attacked the humans in retaliation. They were, of course, killed by the high court for their actions, but the results of the attack were astronomical.

Hundreds of offspring were born with faerie blood and, by extent, faerie light. Thankfully, most outgrew their ability to see beyond the veil during young adolescence. A few, though, continued to see glimpses. Sometimes they’d stumble through on accident. Visit during their dreams. And even fewer still grew up with what they called ‘powers’ despite being lackluster in comparison to a full faeries abilities.

Banbha Court (Goddess of Autumn) The Banbha Court is located Southwest of the Áine Court, Southeast of the Callieach Court, and South of the High Court. Descendents of Banbha have dispositions that are ever changing, alternating from points of extreme happiness to desolation. Because of this, they are most similar to humans in terms of their emotions. They’re perceived as children, and are the least likely to be taken seriously in important matters. They wear mostly shades of brown and red-orange.

Brigid Court (Goddess of Spring) The Brigid Court is the entry point to Acpentorrix from the human realm. It is located to the Northwest of the Áine Court, Northeast to the Cailleach Court, and North of the High Court. Descendents of Brigid are compassionate. Generous and guiding, they are seen as the birthcourt of inspiration. They provide wonderful new ideas for Acpentorrix, including out of the box solutions for combatting both the human realm and Zerinifisea. They work relatively closely with the High Court. Their court is the most welcoming, with an incredibly inviting warmth. They often wear pink or yellow, and are the only court capable of healing humans without explicit permission from the high court.

Scathach Court (Goddess of Magic) Also referred to as the High Court, descendants of Scathach are the rulers of Acpentorrix. They hold knowledge the others cannot, and are entrusted with the safety of the fae and humans alike. Located at the center of Acpentorrix, and surrounded by the other four courts, this is widely considered by fae to be both the safest and most dangerous place in Acpentorrix. Fae from the high court often wear black or purple, with purple indicating higher magical status. They are perceived as wise, strict, and fair. They keep to themselves primarily, but are not inherently unkind to those in the other courts, shown by their willingness to let all without malicious intent visit.

Áine Court (Goddess of Summer) The Áine Court is located to the Southeast of the Brigid Court, Northeast of the Banbha Court, and the East of the High Court. Descendants of Áine have quick tempers. Easily angered and rather impulsive, it’s commonplace for them to burn bridges with others. The Áine Court controls the Sun’s Path in Acpentorrix. They often wear shades of green, influenced by the acres of fresh green meadows they occupy. Descendants of Cailleach are not allowed to enter the Áine Court without permission from either the Áine Court leaders or the High Court.

Cailleach Court (Goddess of Winter) The Cailleach Court is located to the Southwest of the Brigid Court, Northwest of the Banbha Court, and West of the High Court. It is the protection barrier between Zerinifisea and the rest of Acpentorrix. Descendants of Cailleach are perceived as cruel. Most believe them to be damaged in some form by the proximity to Zerinifisea. They control the Moon’s path in Acpentorrix. They often wear shades of blue or pure white, with white being indicative of higher status. While the other courts are allowed to visit, most choose not to, leaving the Cailleach court heavily isolated.

On the outer edges of Acpentorrix was a wasteland, the air polluted with the stench of sulfur, rumored to be filled with haunted souls of the humans that died within Acpentorrix. The trees were rotted, and the sky was a mottled shade of red and black. Eerie cries echoed in one’s ears and acid rain drenched the ground.

Few fae have ever travelled here, none have returned.