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The World Tree
The World Tree has existed since the dawn of time. Where there is life, the World Tree has always stood.
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Its roots are said to stretch beneath the entire world, connecting all living things. Many believe that the world’s magic stems from the tree itself, flowing through its vast root system and into the earth.
The tree towers so high that its sprawling branches disappear beyond the clouds. At its base lies a pool of crystal-clear water, said to be the purest in existence. The water possesses powerful healing properties and is revered as a source of life and magic. Many cultures near the World Tree follow the sacred tradition of birthing their children in these waters, believing it will bless them with magic and divine protection.
Druids and nature-bound mystics from across the realm make pilgrimages to the World Tree, hoping to commune with it and receive its blessings. It is said that the tree speaks to those who are deeply connected with nature, offering visions, guidance, and gifts of power.
The lizardfolk of the Szin-Ka Dominion tell ancient stories of a brutal war. Long ago, southern orc clans invaded the jungle, seeking to burn down the Great Tree and claim its power. As the orcs approached, the surrounding trees began to twist and rise, growing limbs and forming an army of living wood to defend the World Tree. The invaders were crushed beneath the might of nature itself, and the orcs never returned.
The people who dwell near the World Tree are fiercely protective of it. Trespassers caught attempting to approach the tree without permission face swift and severe punishment. The Szin-Ka believe that if the tree were ever to die, all life would wither, magic would fade, and the dark forces of the underworld would rise to claim the earth. For them, the survival of the World Tree is not just sacred—it is the key to the survival of the world itself.