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	=Preface=		=Preface=
	This guide is based on the '''canon''' information of various '''SpellForce''' games.		This guide is based on the '''canon''' information of various '''SpellForce''' games.

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	=Preface=		=Preface=
	This guide is based on the '''canon''' information of various '''SpellForce''' games.		This guide is based on the '''canon''' information of various '''SpellForce''' games.

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	Before the cataclysmic event, Eo looked as it does below, comprised of 5 major continents, Fiara in the middle, Xu to the south, Urgath to the east of Fiara, Godeland to the far East and Inenland to the far West.		Before the cataclysmic event, Eo looked as it does below, comprised of 5 major continents, Fiara in the middle, Xu to the south, Urgath to the east of Fiara, Godeland to the far East and Inenland to the far West.
	[~~previewimg=32740903;sizeFull,inline;~~WorldMap.jpg]~~[/previewimg~~]		[[File:WorldMap.jpg\|center\|thumb\|800px]]

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	Nonetheless, they shall never interfere in our history and never shall they join forces with the creatures of Eo, nor shall they accept them as friends. These are the Rules of Aonir and they apply to the gods as well as the creatures of Eo. Whoever breaks them shall accept the curse of the Father God.		Nonetheless, they shall never interfere in our history and never shall they join forces with the creatures of Eo, nor shall they accept them as friends. These are the Rules of Aonir and they apply to the gods as well as the creatures of Eo. Whoever breaks them shall accept the curse of the Father God.

			=The Circle=

			[[File:Circle Front Page.png\|left\|thumb\|200px]]
			Though there have been many important individuals who have shaped the history of Eo, the members of the Circle were arguably the most impactful.

			At all times, Mages have brought about unrest in the world with their thirst for knowledge and power. The Circle was founded by an agreement of all nations to put an end to the intrigues of the magicians. The thirteen most powerful Mages of the nations, adherents of both light and darkness, joined the Circle. They selected the city of Mulandir, built by one of its members, Isgrimm, as their seat, independent of all governments.

			For long, the Mages of the Circle discharged their tasks with earnestness, establishing an era of peace and justice. They deciphered the secret of the Allfire, which extended their lives and gave them power far beyond any known sorcery. For hundreds of years, they would guide the destiny of the realms from the shadows. However, such power comes at a price, and their minds would soon begin scheming once more, bringing peace to an end and casting Eo into disarray.

			The '''members''' of the Circle were:

			*[[Rohen Tahir]]
			Rohen is one of the most powerful Circle Mages and knowledgeable in many areas. He has perfected his skills with Elemental magic, particularly in the fields of fire and ice. Obsessed with magic and the domination of Archfire, he is constantly seeking out new ways to master its powers. He commands an army of orcs to do his biddings.
			*[[Hokan Ashir]]
			One of the most powerful necromancers to have ever lived, feared even by some of his fellow Circle Mages. As a young Zerbite, he discovered the Mask of Belial while exploring the Black Jungle on Xu. His purpose seems to be the creation of ever new forms of Undead and he is constantly seeking new ways to build his armies.
			*[[Uram the Red]]
			Uram was a powerful occultist talented in the field of fire magic which gained him the title "the Red" during his time at the Circle. A demonologist of the highest order and one of the pioneers of exploring the demonic realm, Uram is constantly seeking to advance his influence on the demon realm and summon ever greater servants.
			*[[Shar from the Isles]]
			A mage who did the seemingly impossible: bringing the Medusas of the Lost Islands under his control, earning him a seat in the circle. His servants now guard the halls and towers of the circle. His forte also lied in the field of earth magic.
			*[[Raith the Black]]
			Raith is a powerful Norcaine Dark Mage who once uncovered the secrets of the City of Souls, which earned him a seat on the Circle of Mages. He excels in Black Magic and has shown little regard for the affairs of others, though he is known to be searching for Hirin’s Hourglass, seeking to conquer death and time itself.
			*[[Ianna the Singer]]
			Ianna’s charming personality hides a darker side, where here mastery in Mentalism lets her see everyone as merely a toy to play with in one of her elaborate parties. Staying on her good side is going to take a guiled tongue and outright flattery.
			*[[Isgrimm the Smith]]
			Isgrimm perfected the use and study of the glyphs and by seeking out and studying Shaper artefacts has become the greatest of artificers and the greatest Stoneshaper of Windholme. As the builder of Mulandir, the seat of the Circle, his pride in his creations knows no bounds and he is constantly seeking new ways to hone his craft.
			*[[Zahaar the Snake]]
			Zahaar is a hexer of the Norcaine, master of poisons and other sinister types of magic, often out, searching for ways to hone his craft. His poisons are renowned across Eo for brining certain, painful death.
			*[[Yria of the Light]]
			Yria was one of the pure-blooded elves from Finon Mir. Due to her prowess in White Magic, she became a famous healer and has dedicated herself to securing peace across Eo, trying to heal the wounds torn by war and strife. Do not mistake that for weakness – Yria has ways to pacify you with or without your cooperation.
			*[[Gor the Changeling]]
			Gor was born into the Grarg Orc clan on Urgath and has studied beasts and monsters of all kinds, to enable him to take their form. It is said that he is able to transform into beasts tall as the sky and so terrifying that just looking at them will make your heart stop beating. He is also a skilled summoner of earth magic.
			*[[Silverhand, Master of Mirrors]]
			Silverhand is the best illusionist of his time, using his mental images and mirages to mislead friends and foe alike. He seldom acts himself, but his eyes and ears are always close to the happenings of Eo.
			*[[Undergast the Weaver]]
			Undergast is the most accomplished scholar of the Circle, his thirst for knowledge and books second to none. He may be a worthwhile ally if you are willing to give up your knowledge, but will stop at nothing to obtain it if you are not.
			*[[The Piper]]
			Joining as the final member of the Circle, the Piper was a prodigy at various kinds of magic, but perhaps best well known for his mental spells and charisma that allowed him to win the favour of many, which is why his armies often consisted of all kinds of races and creatures.

			=Geography=
			The geography of Eo, time-wise, is separated into the pre- and post-convocation era.

			Before the cataclysmic event, Eo looked as it does below, comprised of 5 major continents, Fiara in the middle, Xu to the south, Urgath to the east of Fiara, Godeland to the far East and Inenland to the far West.
			[previewimg=32740903;sizeFull,inline;WorldMap.jpg][/previewimg]


			However, after the Convocatio had split most of Eo apart, it now resembles more of a sea with islands scattered throughout it, only surviving by surrounding the Godstones of Aonir. Sadly, there is no map to accurately depict this.

			If you want to know more about individual places on Eo, consider checking out this '''interactive map''' we made for it: https://world.spellforce.info/

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	===Humans===		===Humans===

	[[File:HumanSF1.PNG\|right\|thumb\|~~300px~~]]		[[File:HumanSF1.PNG\|right\|thumb\|200px]]

	There may well have never been a human empire, nor the legends of the Dragon Slayers, if many millennia ago, a few dwarves had not set out from their home in Grimwarg to seek adventure in the distant peaks of the Windwall mountains. They had hoped to find good stone, valuable metals, and a new home, but found only barren rock and a few tribes of wild barbarians living in inhospitable caves in the frozen heights. And though these creatures appeared to the dwarves as weak and primitive – their lifespan was barely longer than that of most animals – they immediately recognised the willpower and lifeforce that had been instilled in these creatures. Impressed by the barbarians, the dwarves stayed and began to teach them of the world, the Gods, and the art of forging.		There may well have never been a human empire, nor the legends of the Dragon Slayers, if many millennia ago, a few dwarves had not set out from their home in Grimwarg to seek adventure in the distant peaks of the Windwall mountains. They had hoped to find good stone, valuable metals, and a new home, but found only barren rock and a few tribes of wild barbarians living in inhospitable caves in the frozen heights. And though these creatures appeared to the dwarves as weak and primitive – their lifespan was barely longer than that of most animals – they immediately recognised the willpower and lifeforce that had been instilled in these creatures. Impressed by the barbarians, the dwarves stayed and began to teach them of the world, the Gods, and the art of forging.
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	===Elves===		===Elves===

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	The Elves, the oldest and noblest of all races, come from the forests of southern Fiara. The magnificent trees of the Finon Mir provided protection against the powerful dragons, allowing these children of nature to prosper and live in relative peace under the roof of leaves. Elves grow tall, yet are of delicate stature, and their lifespan is much longer than that of other races. What they may lack in physical strength is more than compensated by their bravery and wisdom.		The Elves, the oldest and noblest of all races, come from the forests of southern Fiara. The magnificent trees of the Finon Mir provided protection against the powerful dragons, allowing these children of nature to prosper and live in relative peace under the roof of leaves. Elves grow tall, yet are of delicate stature, and their lifespan is much longer than that of other races. What they may lack in physical strength is more than compensated by their bravery and wisdom.
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	===Dwarves===		===Dwarves===

	[[File:DwarfSF1.PNG\|right\|thumb\|~~300px~~]]		[[File:DwarfSF1.PNG\|right\|thumb\|200px]]

	The best weapons and armour in Fiara come from the dark slopes of the Grimwarg Peaks and the snow-covered summits of the Windwall Mountains, items that are highly valued and traded among the races of the light. These amazing wares are forged by the smiths of the dwarves, a race small in height, but of amazing strength and unshakeable courage. Like the elves, the dwarves are an ancient race that survived the reign of the dragons hidden deep in the labyrinth of caverns under the Windwall Mountains. While the giant lizards ruled the air, the dwarves drove the mines and shafts of their stony home deeper and deeper in the rock. There, they found discovered their destiny to work with rock and ore, bonding with the spirits of the earth and the god whose realm is the rock foundation of the world. They became the servants of Niethalf, the Soulsmith and Warrior God, who deep under the surface forges the souls of all living creatures until they become strong and solid. And so it came that the dwarves also became a strong race, a race of builders and blacksmiths, but also of warriors and heroes.		The best weapons and armour in Fiara come from the dark slopes of the Grimwarg Peaks and the snow-covered summits of the Windwall Mountains, items that are highly valued and traded among the races of the light. These amazing wares are forged by the smiths of the dwarves, a race small in height, but of amazing strength and unshakeable courage. Like the elves, the dwarves are an ancient race that survived the reign of the dragons hidden deep in the labyrinth of caverns under the Windwall Mountains. While the giant lizards ruled the air, the dwarves drove the mines and shafts of their stony home deeper and deeper in the rock. There, they found discovered their destiny to work with rock and ore, bonding with the spirits of the earth and the god whose realm is the rock foundation of the world. They became the servants of Niethalf, the Soulsmith and Warrior God, who deep under the surface forges the souls of all living creatures until they become strong and solid. And so it came that the dwarves also became a strong race, a race of builders and blacksmiths, but also of warriors and heroes.
	Courage and strength are the pillars of their life, and despite being known for a certain greed for gold and other jewelry, they are the only values they truly recognize. And though they may often seem reserved and condescending, they are always ready to help a true friend in need of their aide. Today the dwarves not only live in the dark shafts under the peaks of Grimwarg, but have created imposing cities of stone where they trade with the other races of the light. These are Fastholme, which stands under the old mines at the foot of the Grimwarg Mountains, and Windholme, which is an imposing sight in front of the snow-covered peaks of the Windwall, where it provides cover from the southern storms. There, the hammers of the master smiths ring constantly and merchants loaded with the most valuable of steel and silver travel to all regions of Fiara. And when it comes to war, the closed ranks of dwarf warriors will march from there with their indestructible armour and feared axes, always ready to support their brothers of the light.		Courage and strength are the pillars of their life, and despite being known for a certain greed for gold and other jewelry, they are the only values they truly recognize. And though they may often seem reserved and condescending, they are always ready to help a true friend in need of their aide. Today the dwarves not only live in the dark shafts under the peaks of Grimwarg, but have created imposing cities of stone where they trade with the other races of the light. These are Fastholme, which stands under the old mines at the foot of the Grimwarg Mountains, and Windholme, which is an imposing sight in front of the snow-covered peaks of the Windwall, where it provides cover from the southern storms. There, the hammers of the master smiths ring constantly and merchants loaded with the most valuable of steel and silver travel to all regions of Fiara. And when it comes to war, the closed ranks of dwarf warriors will march from there with their indestructible armour and feared axes, always ready to support their brothers of the light.

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	==Timeline==		==Timeline==
	A comprehensive timeline is provided over on our SpellForce Fan Website. You can find it by clicking on [https://www.spellforce.info/tab_thegames_universe.php?lang=EN#timeline this] link		A comprehensive timeline is provided over on our SpellForce Fan Website. You can find it by clicking on [https://www.spellforce.info/tab_thegames_universe.php?lang=EN#timeline this] link

			=Races=
			==Light Races==
			There are many various races on Eo - too many to put into this guide - so for the sake of simplicity, I'll only cover what many would consider the major ones: '''Humans, Elves, Dwarves, Orcs, Trolls, and Dark Elves
			'''
			There are not only many other races that exist on Eo, but also a lot more lore surrounding the six mentioned here.

			===Humans===

			[[File:HumanSF1.PNG\|right\|thumb\|300px]]

			There may well have never been a human empire, nor the legends of the Dragon Slayers, if many millennia ago, a few dwarves had not set out from their home in Grimwarg to seek adventure in the distant peaks of the Windwall mountains. They had hoped to find good stone, valuable metals, and a new home, but found only barren rock and a few tribes of wild barbarians living in inhospitable caves in the frozen heights. And though these creatures appeared to the dwarves as weak and primitive – their lifespan was barely longer than that of most animals – they immediately recognised the willpower and lifeforce that had been instilled in these creatures. Impressed by the barbarians, the dwarves stayed and began to teach them of the world, the Gods, and the art of forging.
			Never would those dwarves have thought that their actions might change the world forever. Greedily, the humans devoured their knowledge, learning each move and all the wisdom of their teachers, and this wisdom spread like wildfire. Soon, the first smith’s hammers began to ring in the Windwalls and formed the first of the great swords that were to become the human’s trademark. With these weapons, they descended from the mountains and took control of the plains, their numbers ever increasing. The Age of Swords had begun.
			Although the mighty dragons were the undisputed rulers of the Fiara, even their formidable might could not stop the humans’ advance. With lances and swords, they confronted the ancient lizards and accomplished the impossible, a feat that neither dwarf nor elf had managed: They drove back the dragons. With courage and creativity, they defeated one mighty dragon after another and filled the once-empty plains with villages and cities.
			With their victory over the ancient rulers of Fiara began the rise of the humans, a race that was both good and evil, courageous and cowardly, strong and yet weak, the strangest and most varied of all races of this world. And with their rise came cities, trade, money, and war.

			===Elves===

			[[File:ElfSF1.PNG\|right\|thumb\|300px]]

			The Elves, the oldest and noblest of all races, come from the forests of southern Fiara. The magnificent trees of the Finon Mir provided protection against the powerful dragons, allowing these children of nature to prosper and live in relative peace under the roof of leaves. Elves grow tall, yet are of delicate stature, and their lifespan is much longer than that of other races. What they may lack in physical strength is more than compensated by their bravery and wisdom.
			For as long as they can remember, the elves lives peacefully in their forests, but with the demise of the dragons came humans, and with them trade and war. In the end, the elves were forced to either fight or perish – and fight they did, earning themselves a reputation as feared warriors, better as friends than as foes. Today, the elves have allied with humans and dwarves in order to face the menace of the dark races.
			None can match their prowess with the longbow and they have learned to use the magic of nature and ice. The mages of the Circle knew of the elvish talent for magic and their use in battle. Thus they created many runes to make use of their skills. Since the wars against the dark races and the time of the Circle, the elves have been living in different tribes all across Fiara.

			===Dwarves===

			[[File:DwarfSF1.PNG\|right\|thumb\|300px]]

			The best weapons and armour in Fiara come from the dark slopes of the Grimwarg Peaks and the snow-covered summits of the Windwall Mountains, items that are highly valued and traded among the races of the light. These amazing wares are forged by the smiths of the dwarves, a race small in height, but of amazing strength and unshakeable courage. Like the elves, the dwarves are an ancient race that survived the reign of the dragons hidden deep in the labyrinth of caverns under the Windwall Mountains. While the giant lizards ruled the air, the dwarves drove the mines and shafts of their stony home deeper and deeper in the rock. There, they found discovered their destiny to work with rock and ore, bonding with the spirits of the earth and the god whose realm is the rock foundation of the world. They became the servants of Niethalf, the Soulsmith and Warrior God, who deep under the surface forges the souls of all living creatures until they become strong and solid. And so it came that the dwarves also became a strong race, a race of builders and blacksmiths, but also of warriors and heroes.
			Courage and strength are the pillars of their life, and despite being known for a certain greed for gold and other jewelry, they are the only values they truly recognize. And though they may often seem reserved and condescending, they are always ready to help a true friend in need of their aide. Today the dwarves not only live in the dark shafts under the peaks of Grimwarg, but have created imposing cities of stone where they trade with the other races of the light. These are Fastholme, which stands under the old mines at the foot of the Grimwarg Mountains, and Windholme, which is an imposing sight in front of the snow-covered peaks of the Windwall, where it provides cover from the southern storms. There, the hammers of the master smiths ring constantly and merchants loaded with the most valuable of steel and silver travel to all regions of Fiara. And when it comes to war, the closed ranks of dwarf warriors will march from there with their indestructible armour and feared axes, always ready to support their brothers of the light.

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	==Timeline==		==Timeline==
	A comprehensive timeline is provided over on our SpellForce Fan Website. You can find it by clicking on [[https://www.spellforce.info/tab_thegames_universe.php?lang=EN#timeline\|this]] link.		A comprehensive timeline is provided over on our SpellForce Fan Website. You can find it by clicking on [https://www.spellforce.info/tab_thegames_universe.php?lang=EN#timeline this] link