GENERAL LORE


In the nascent epochs of the world, a mere five hundred years after its creation, the ancient gods observed with clarity that their mortal children, the inhabitants of Ealan, differed markedly from the creatures they had spawned across the myriad universes. These beings boasted not only greater intelligence but also superior adaptability and notably longer lifespans, though still bound by the constraints of mortality.

Despite the diverse array of appearances and lineages among them—humans, elves, dwarves, and all manner of fantastical beings—the unifying trait across this varied populace was their cerebral prowess.

Within a span of a few millennia—a blink in cosmic time compared to the slower evolutions witnessed in other realms—Ealan witnessed an explosive growth in language, society, and technology. By the year 3587, the mortals of Ealan had achieved societal advancements comparable to Earth's 19th century, along with technological innovations from even later periods.

The prosperity of Ealan's inhabitants was not solely the product of their intellects but was also deeply intertwined with the magic-infused locales among them. The island of Dreymnia, in particular, blessed by the goddess of dreams and the god of magic, saw its denizens thrive in prosperity and power beyond their already remarkable peers. Yet, the true distinction of this enchanted isle emerged at the very cusp of mortal awakening, as common language began to knit society together.

The divine essence imbued in Dreymnia's soil, combined with the evolved intellects of its residents, breathed life into their dreams, allowing these figments to walk the earth as if they were flesh and blood.

However, this miraculous gift was not without its trials. The path of mortal evolution led many to renounce their divine creators, prompting the gods to withdraw from their progeny's affairs. Moreover, the tangible presence of dreams and nightmares began to sow chaos. While some mortals sought to exploit this gift for selfish gains or to subjugate neighbouring realms, others formed factions intent on eradicating these living dreams and nightmares. The influence of these ethereal beings on mortal lives grew, bringing both blessings and curses; some nightmares committed atrocities to amass power, while even benevolent dreams could drive mortals to obsession or madness.

General Lore

DREYMNIA


The Dream Archipelago. It was said to be the pulsating heart of enchantment and wonder within the entire universe of Ealan, a place lacking a stable form, as the immensity and vibrancy of the guardian gods' imagination surpassed the capability to create something fixed and tangible, being itself the incarnation of pure magic. Later, the divine assembly chose to introduce mortals, or "the awakened," as termed by the deity of dreams, into this sacred space, endowing them with the invaluable gift of such magical force. Thus, the first being of Dreymnia was born, a mere human infant.

This human pioneer received care from the god of magic and the goddess of dreams. However, the other celestial entities also contributed to the foundation of this world, providing the child with essential elements such as earth, water, sunlight, and moonlight, and everything necessary for his development, unknowingly expanding the boundaries of the realm of dreams and nightmares. Over time, as occurred in other universes, the gods populated Ealan with other species. Dreymnia was no exception, and as the young human matured and different races began to settle on the island, they did not differ much from other civilizations, organizing into societies, forming alliances, and progressively giving rise to conflicts. However, right at the dawn of these developments, an unexpected event occurred: the gods had underestimated the power of the mortals' intellect. From this unpredictability and the minds of these creatures, on the fertile ground, began to manifest in physical form their boldest dreams and their darkest nightmares.


When the mortals had not yet developed a proper language, except for those races closer to the divine, and were primarily united for hunting, their rationality was still at an embryonic stage, dominated as they were by primal instincts. And so, inspired by thunder, waves, and natural phenomena, they began to imagine giants and monstrous creatures, dreaming of them and, thanks to the unique power of the island, bringing them into reality.

Dreymnia

**The World of Wakefulness: An Overview**

**Inhabitants and Demographics**

The world of wakefulness, known as Dreymnia, is a melting pot of diversity, home to "the awakened." This term encompasses a broad range of creatures including humans, elves, dragonids, dwarves, drow, and many more fantastical beings. These inhabitants are categorized into two main groups based on their origin: 

- **Dreymnians**: Natives of the island, born and raised in Dreymnia.
- **Orizontes**: Foreigners, referred to as "inhabitants from the horizon," who have arrived from distant lands.

**Social Dynamics**

Despite the diversity, Dreymnia is a society that strives for coexistence without racial discrimination. However, it is not free from social issues such as crime, elitism, and internal discrimination which sometimes lead to exclusion, prejudice, and violence among communities.

A significant divide exists between two ideological factions:

- **Technological Progressives**: Those who have chosen to distance themselves from the gods, focusing on technological advancements.
- **Traditionalists**: Individuals who remain deeply connected to the ancient teachings and direct words of the deities who once roamed among mortals. This group primarily consists of magic practitioners, including sorcerers and clerics, who align themselves with specific deities.

**Cultural Clashes**

The progressives and traditionalists often find themselves at odds, with each viewing the other through a lens of skepticism and disdain. Progressives label traditionalists as outdated, while traditionalists view progressives as blasphemous individuals who have strayed far from the truth.

**The Wild Tribe**

A unique aspect of Dreymnian society is a tribe that lives in close harmony with nature, relying on hunting and fishing. They maintain a lifestyle that is largely indifferent to the kingdom's laws and are believed to be descendants of one of the island's original populations. This tribe faces criticism and blame for contributing to the perilous nature of the surrounding seas, accused of unleashing sea monsters through their ancestral fears and nightmares.

**Foreign Relations and Security**

Dreymnia is constantly alert to the threat of foreign invasion, primarily due to the coveted resource of the Insomnis. The presence of sea monsters acts as a natural defense mechanism, complicating efforts for potential invaders to reach the island. The kingdom's military and royal guards are vigilant, prepared for the possibility of seeing enemy forces approaching by sea or air.

**Urban Crime**

Beyond external threats, Dreymnia grapples with significant urban crime, including kidnapping, murder, and other cruel acts driven by power, selfishness, and enjoyment. The criminal underworld has remained elusive, with their hideouts seemingly capable of vanishing and reappearing elsewhere. Among their most nefarious activities is the development of the Somnium Lucide serum, a dangerous drug that induces lucid dreaming with the potential for devastating consequences.

**Governance and Law**

The Eternal Dreamer, a mortal endowed with the ability to navigate the dreams of others, oversees the order within Dreymnia. This figure ensures compliance with the laws established by the Protheans, including the protection of all beings within the dream and waking worlds, and specifically prohibits the interbreeding of Insomnis and the Awakened due to the catastrophic outcomes it could entail.

This organized overview captures the complex social, cultural, and political landscape of Dreymnia, highlighting the tensions, challenges, and governance that define the world of wakefulness.

The World of the Wake

The Island Structure

Dreams and Nightmares: The Rules of the Insomnis

Introduction
The Insomnis, also known as "the sleepless" among the inhabitants of the waking world, are extraordinary entities that exist on the boundary between the real and the imaginary. These creatures, which can take on forms and species of every kind, from the familiar to the unimaginable, are subject to unique rules that govern their interactions with the world of dreams and the realm of reality.

Classification and Abilities
The Insomnis can originate from any dream or nightmare conceived by a mortal. Their form, powers, and abilities are directly influenced by the nature of the dream from which they come. However, all Sleepless share the unique ability to freely travel between the world of dreams and the waking world.

Physical Forms: The Insomnis can appear in any imaginable form, from known races to hybrids or entirely new entities. Their role-playing game stats are determined by the race  influencing only game values of the meter, so pick from the list what suits you more, but remember that's not something that influence your roleplay.

Power Limitations: A Insomnis' abilities are limited by the nature of the dream that created them. A human dreamed of, will have the same capabilities as a normal human, except for the ability to traverse worlds. A divine being dreamed of, however, will never reach the full power of a true god.

Survival Rules
To maintain their physical form and essence, the Sleepless must navigate carefully in the waking world:

Nourishment from Dreams: The Insomnis require being dreamed of by mortals to survive. They disguise themselves and manipulate circumstances in the waking world to ensure they are the subject of mortals' dreams, bringing a mortal's consciousness to a place in between waking and sleeping, a sort of trance that, however, has no tangible influence in the waking world, mere illusions yet effective, unless, for example, a nightmare decides to truly physically kill a mortal in front of another, to stimulate their horrors.

Physical Constraints: In their tangible form, the Insomnis can be killed. Their death confines them to their native plane for a century, unless they are simultaneously dreamed of by a group of mortals or through a specific ritual. Mortals and Sleepless cannot be killed in the dream worlds (Oneiros and Ephialtis).

Mandatory Return: The Sleepless must return at least once a day to their origin place in the world of dreams. Failing to do so can weaken them progressively. Should they be captured, they can attempt escape through the dreams of their captor, should he fall asleep close to them.

Limitations and Laws
After tumultuous events in the past, laws were established to govern the Insomnis' interactions with mortals:

Prohibition of Intrusion: The Sleepless cannot force mortals to dream of them, following a law established by the first Dream and Nightmare, the Proteans. This rule exists to prevent conflicts and violence among the Sleepless themselves. [This is a rule only related to the In Character world]

Alignment of Dreams: The dream nourishing a Insomnis must match its nature. A mismatch between the Insomnis' nature and the actual dream of the mortal can lead to the birth of new dreaming entities and not nourish the Sleepless in question.

The Insomnis

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The Insomnis

Dreymnia Roleplay Sim in Second Life

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