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House Terra

Sep 30, 20254 min read

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1. Basic Information

  • Name: House Terra
  • Species: Human/Aasimar
  • Symbol/Heraldry:
  • Seat / Domain: The royal palace of Vitaurum, capital of New Birania; cadet branch seated in Pistos.
  • Current Head: King Alaric Terra
  • Core Traits: Regal, pragmatic, expansionist, guardians of human legacy.

2. Overview

House Terra is the ruling dynasty of New Birania, tracing its lineage directly to Biran, the legendary father of humanity. To much of Siar’Morrin, they represent the pinnacle of human achievement — a house of kings and queens whose authority rests not only on political power but also on mythic ancestry. Revered for their pragmatism and ability to survive turbulent ages, they are seen as unifiers of mankind. Yet not all accept their narrative without question. Some whisper that no family could truly have ruled uninterrupted for millennia, and that House Terra’s claim of direct descent from Biran is less a matter of history than carefully maintained myth.

3. History

  • Origins: House Terra claims descent from Biran’s bloodline, cementing their legitimacy as rulers since the founding of Vitaurum. Over centuries, they have married into other noble lines to strengthen alliances, particularly with merchant houses and regional powers.
  • Notable Events: The full list of events of House Terra are far to numerous, but of recent relevance:
    • The Biranian Guard: After barely holding Vitaurum together through the Age of Darkness (AoD), King Rathgar Terra reorganised his battered veterans into the first Biranian Guard. Their mission was to expand beyond the city’s walls, reclaim the ruins of the world, and restore order. This moment marked the rebirth of New Birania’s influence.
    • The Schism Wars: When the Shattered Kingdoms fractured, King Alaric Terra ascended to the throne following the death of Albus Terra. His reign began with delicate diplomacy, brokering the uneasy peace that ended the wars and stabilised the region, even if tensions continue to simmer.
    • Rise of Pistos: Long before the Age of Darkness, Pistos had served as an administrative hub of the Biranian Empire. In the Schism Wars, the Terra branch ruling Pistos was cut off from New Birania. It was during this time that Pistos rose as its own independent kingdom, while remaining staunch allies of New Birania.
  • Current Status: House Terra remains divided but strong. The Vitaurum line commands the throne of New Birania, while the cadet branch in Pistos balances loyalty to their kin with the realities of fractured politics.

4. Leadership & Family

  • Current Leaders:

    • King Alaric Terra: Current ruler of New Birania, son of the late Albus Terra. Renowned for his sharp diplomacy and steady leadership.
    • Lady Seraphina Terra: Beloved co-ruler of Pistos alongside Malcard, admired for her diplomacy and spiritual depth.
    • Lord Malcard Terra: Strategic and pragmatic co-ruler of Pistos, respected for his patience and planning.

  • Notable Members:

    • Queen Isolde Terra: Wife of Alaric, while not a dominant public figure, Isolde is quietly influential in court through her tact and her deep ties to the Church of Statera. Known for her composure and careful words, she is regarded as a pious queen whose counsel tempers Alaric’s pragmatism with moral and spiritual weight.
    • Prince Argai Terra: Eldest son of Alaric, heir apparent, famed for his martial discipline and popularity among the Biranian Guard.
    • Princess Zev Terra: Daughter of Alaric, Zev contrast Argai following a more spiritual path, she has strong ties to the Church of Statera.
    • Prince Garik Terra: The youngest son of Alaric, still in his adolescence, considered a spirited and reckless child whose future remains uncertain.
    • Lady Evelyne Terra: Eldest daughter of Malcard, politically active in Pistos and a skilled orator, often called her aunt’s heir in spirit.
    • Lord Rhaedon Terra: The younger son of Malcard, serving as a commander-in-training with the Rift Watch, representing Pistos’ ongoing commitment to continental defence.

5. Culture & Reputation

  • Core Beliefs: House Terra holds that humanity flourished under the guidance of the Gods, and though the deities no longer walk openly upon Staterum, their principles endure.
  • Influence: Commanding the throne of New Birania makes them the most influential house in Siar’Morrin; their cadet branch in Pistos extends their reach into the fractured Shattered Kingdoms.
  • Allies/Rivals:
    • Allies: The Adventurers’ Guild …
    • Allies: Biranian Guard…
    • Rivals: House Thenos (Shadow Aisle), whose isolationist policies clash with Terra expansionism.

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