The Beginning After The End c-1: Prologue: Start

"Three primary Kingdoms make up the Continent of Dicathen: the northern Forest Kingdom of Elenoir, the Underground Kingdom of Darv near the southern edge, and the Kingdom of Sapin, situated along the continent’s eastern border. Additionally, the Beast Glades exist, though a vast majority of that region remains shrouded in mystery. Because of the sheer number of beasts that are aggressive toward both travelers and one another, very little of the Beast Glades has been explored. Nevertheless, many expeditions are launched annually, driven by the allure of the immense wealth one might obtain..."

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"...Deep within the Forest of Elshire lies the Kingdom of Elenoir, the ancestral home of the Elf race. A dense, natural mist forms there, warding off everyone except the elves, whose sharp senses allow them to travel through it without difficulty..."

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"...Consisting of a web of subterranean tunnels and massive caverns that can extend for several kilometers, the Kingdom of Darv is where the Dwarvin race lives."

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"....In terms of size and population, the Kingdom of Sapin is the largest territory on the continent. Although humans primarily inhabit this Kingdom, numerous Dwarvin merchants can be found here as well, trading a variety of goods..."

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"...Even though the Beast Glades are home to infinite monsters and beasts, they also hide magnificent treasures of ancient origin, waiting for those brave enough to find them. Mercenaries and adventurers have left records describing dungeons and the dens of formidable beings—places so rich they could turn the most selfless priest into a greedy..."

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"....The Grand Mountain range, which covers nearly 90% of the continent's width, sits between the Forest of Elshire and the Kingdom of Sapin. This range acts as a barrier, dividing the North and East from the West and South..."

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"While a symbiotic trade relationship exists between the Kingdom of Darv and Sapin, the Elves prefer isolation and maintain a hostile stance toward all others..."

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Arthur shut the weathered covers of the book, which appeared to be a world encyclopedia. Looking dejected, he used his chubby fingers to rub the bridge of his nose, projecting an aura of gloom so thick it was almost physical. He released a heavy half-sigh that sounded fitting for his toothless mouth...

"PHUUUUUK..."