Thaerador

Thaerador is a world where the wind reigns supreme, shaping not only the land but the cultures that inhabit it. Four distinct continents define this realm.

In the western reaches lies Whisperdune, a scorched continent dominated by vast deserts and deep crevices. Here, the relentless winds have carved an intricate network of tunnels known as the Whisperways through the canyons. These natural formations produce haunting, voice-like sounds as air rushes through them, ranging from gentle murmurs to complex melodies. Locals believe these sounds carry messages or prophecies, particularly in the Grand Chorus canyon where pilgrims gather during the Speaking Seasons to hear what the winds might reveal.

To the south stretches Siphyrea, a continent of dense jungles divided into three wind-influenced layers. The uppermost Crown Zone catches fierce winds beneath silver-green canopies, while the middle Whisper Zone carries floral scents on gentler breezes, and the Shadow Zone below hosts subtle currents weaving through darkness. The remarkable Sky Wells—massive vertical tunnels carved within ancient trees—harness natural wind currents for transportation between treetop settlements. 

In the eastern reaches, Essaryx stands as a frozen realm marked by colossal ice formations called Wind Teeth, which create haunting melodies when struck by arctic gales. The harsh climate has driven its people underground, where they've engineered vast ice caverns with wind tunnel networks that provide both ventilation and heat.

The mysterious northern continent defies conventional geography with its floating islands suspended between earth and sky by opposing wind currents. Suspended Lakes mirror the dancing auroras above, studied by Sky Weavers who record their observations in complex crystal Sky Charts. Impressive Light Wells—towering crystal structures—capture and channel aurora energy to power floating settlements.