Morgenfell is a large continent in Nornfeld The many realms of Nornfeld, or the known lands. , where magic is outside of the law. It is inhabited mostly by humans, but halflings, gnomes, and dwarves live amongst them, and half-orcs can be found there as well. In its dangerous forests where monstrous creatures roam free, elves have made their home. Elves, due to their magical origins, are not normally allowed within the cities and are usually arrested on sight. Since most citizens and guards don’t dare go into the forests, they can reside there without being disturbed by them, although the presence of monsters does pose a challenge of survival.
The Three Kingdoms
The Three Kingdoms are currently in peaceful, prosperous times. They thrive on trade with other continents that don’t have their advanced technology.
Auberfield
Auberfield is governed by the Senate of Auberfield. It is a beautiful country with lots of forests full of fey creatures.
Keltain
Keltain is a kingdom in Nornfeld, governed by king Theodore Roster the IV. It is a bleak place with dangerous forests where all kinds of fearsome monsters prey on the weak.
Wedland
Wedland is governed by queen Juliette Phillips the II. It is the industrial center of Morgenfell, full of factories and cities.
The Arcane Dictum
By order of the sovereign rulers of the Three Kingdoms, and under the authority of the Arcane Dictum, the practice of magic in any and all of its forms is hereby declared strictly and absolutely forbidden. The possession, trade, or use of magical artifacts, spell scrolls, tomes, or any other enchanted instruments is likewise prohibited throughout all territories and dominions of Morgenfell, whether by land or sea.
–The Arcane Dictum, 217 A.GM
For generations and generations, the citizens of Morgenfell have been indoctrinated from youth to despise magic. It’s a source of endless trouble and terrible, untimely deaths.
The Decree of False Deities
By order of the sovereign rulers of the Three Kingdoms, and under the authority of the Decree of False Deities, the worshipping of any and all deities is herby declared strictly and absolutely forbidden. The possession, craft, or use of holy symbols is likewise prohibited throughout all territories and dominions of Morgenfell, whether by land or sea.
The Great Massacre
Since the great massacre, the counting of years in Morgenfell is marked with A.GM (after the great massacre).
Industrial Efforts
Without magic to rely on, by 768 A.GM (the current year) the people of Morgenfell have managed to create magnificent railroad systems, steam engines, factories, and a telecommunication network. In addition, they have firearms and advanced medical education.