Tales of the Eternal Core

Appearance

1. Starwing Doves ​

  • Description: Birds with shimmering feathers that resemble constellations. Their wings glow faintly at night, making them a symbol of guidance and hope.
  • Habitat: Commonly found roosting in the spires of Lumina Caelora and the forests of Silvaspire.
  • Behavior: Known for their calming presence, they are often trained as messenger birds by the Ulversians.
  • Lore: Considered sacred, they are said to be born from fragments of stardust that fell to the Isles.

2. Lumisprites ​

  • Description: Tiny, glowing, dragonfly-like creatures with crystalline wings. They emit a soft hum and leave trails of light as they fly.
  • Habitat: Thrive in the glowing forests of Silvaspire and Etheren’s magical gardens.
  • Behavior: Attracted to magic users, often aiding them in casting spells or warning of danger.
  • Lore: Lumisprites are believed to be manifestations of excess Ulverse energy, flitting between realms.

3. Etherian Gliders ​

  • Description: Large, manta ray-like creatures that "swim" through the air. They have translucent, glowing skin and are often mistaken for clouds.
  • Habitat: The skies around Etheren and Caelum Spire.
  • Behavior: Peaceful and slow-moving, they are sometimes ridden by Ulversians using harnesses.
  • Lore: Legends claim that Etherian Gliders are fragments of the first skies created during the Primordial Era.

4. Chronohounds ​

  • Description: Sleek canine creatures with metallic fur and glowing blue eyes. They can manipulate time slightly, enabling them to appear as if they are teleporting short distances.
  • Habitat: Found near the Caelum Spire or guarding significant locations like Ferryn’s Bridge.
  • Behavior: Loyal and intelligent, they are often trained by Watchers to act as guardians.
  • Lore: Chronohounds are said to have been created by early Watchers to assist in monitoring universal security.

5. Auranthian Tradersnakes ​

  • Description: Small serpents with golden scales that shimmer like coins. They are non-venomous and highly intelligent, capable of mimicking sounds they hear.
  • Habitat: Found in the marketplaces of Auranthia, often coiled around merchants’ wares.
  • Behavior: Tradersnakes are known for their curiosity and have been seen helping merchants by fetching small items.
  • Lore: It’s said that they bring good fortune and prosperity to anyone who earns their loyalty.

Sea Creatures of the Sea of Eternity ​

1. Eternus Leviathans ​

  • Description: Massive, whale-like creatures with glowing patterns along their bodies. Their songs resonate with magical frequencies.
  • Habitat: Deep within the Sea of Eternity, occasionally surfacing near Oceanora.
  • Behavior: Gentle giants that feed on cosmic plankton, they are revered by Mechromorphs as protectors of the sea.
  • Lore: Legends say Eternus Leviathans were the first beings to drink from the Sea of Eternity, granting them their immense size and long lifespan.

2. Crystalback Turtles ​

  • Description: Large turtles with shells made of glittering Cosmora Crystals. Their shells absorb and store energy, which they release as dazzling light when threatened.
  • Habitat: Found along the shores of Oceanora and around Machina Aeternum.
  • Behavior: Peaceful and slow-moving, they are often accompanied by smaller creatures seeking safety.
  • Lore: They are believed to have a special connection to the Cosmora Forge and are seen as symbols of resilience.

3. Starlight Eels ​

  • Description: Long, glowing eels with fins that sparkle like stars. They can generate electric currents and are often used to power small devices.
  • Habitat: Underwater caves near Oceanora.
  • Behavior: Curious but skittish, they avoid conflict unless provoked.
  • Lore: Many believe these eels are fragments of electricity magic left behind by early experiments in Oceanora.

Mechanical and Hybrid Creatures ​

1. Gearhawks ​

  • Description: Mechanical birds with wings made of rotating gears and powered by small Cosmora Crystals.
  • Habitat: Commonly found in Machina Aeternum, perched atop towers or assisting Mechromorphs.
  • Behavior: Programmed for various tasks, such as delivering messages or scouting.
  • Lore: Created by Eon as one of the first autonomous Mechromorph constructs.

2. Automata Stags ​

  • Description: Majestic deer-like constructs with antlers made of glowing crystal. Their bodies are metallic, yet they move with organic grace.
  • Habitat: Found wandering between Silvaspire and Machina Aeternum.
  • Behavior: Peaceful creatures, often sought out by Mechromorphs and Ulverse Elves for companionship.
  • Lore: Automata Stags are said to represent the harmony between nature and technology.

3. Shardbeasts ​

  • Description: Wolf-like creatures with bodies partially composed of shattered Cosmora Crystals. Their glowing forms flicker and shift, making them appear ghostly.
  • Habitat: Found in abandoned mines and ruins across the Ulverse Isles.
  • Behavior: Aggressive and territorial, they guard crystal deposits but rarely attack unless provoked.
  • Lore: Shardbeasts are thought to be failed experiments in fusing organic life with Cosmora energy.

Inhabitants of the Forests and Plains ​

1. Verdant Golems ​

  • Description: Plant-based humanoid creatures with glowing energy cores embedded in their chests.
  • Habitat: Silvaspire’s forests and occasionally near Etheren.
  • Behavior: Slow-moving and gentle, they act as protectors of the forests, nurturing the land and its energy.
  • Lore: Ulverse Elves believe these golems were created during the Ulverse Era to guard sacred energy pools.

2. Whisperfoxes ​

  • Description: Small, fox-like creatures with silken fur that seems to shimmer in the light. They are known for their ability to "whisper" messages over long distances.
  • Habitat: Common around Silvaspire and the outskirts of Lumina Caelora.
  • Behavior: Intelligent and playful, they often bond with Ulversian children.
  • Lore: Whisperfoxes are thought to be messengers of the Ulverse Core itself, delivering its will to the Isles.