Tell me about the world.
Description
Talk with Guide Plato.
NPC
"Sunstream" 175 156(164)
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Quest Stats
Level: Any
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Dialogs:
Starting Quest Talk:
What do you want to know?
- Can you give me a quick run-down of what's going on?
Humans and Athans have coexisted peacefully in this land for ages. Recently, however, tensions have risen between the two, and the resulting strain has proven... detrimental.
- The Humans.
Jadeon, Skysong, and Incense Valley are the three most powerful Human factions championing good. Years ago, they clashed with the factions of evil in a terrible battle, one that left both sides exhausted and severely weakened. Taking advantage of the resulting power vacuum, the Yasho tore through and wrought havoc across the land. After repeated defeats, the sides of good and evil were forced to unite in a desperate bid to beat the Yasho back. As of now, the Jadeon, Skysong, Vim, Lupin, Modo and Incense factions are the most powerful and influential in the Human lands.
- I see. (End dialog)
- The Athans.
Considering themselves descendants of Fuxi and Nuwa, the Athan, for centuries, lived peacefully in Royal City, Humanity oblivious to their existence. Not until the Sasmara Pool, the only path connecting the Human world to the Divine Realm, was discovered, did the Humans learn of them. They are, as of now, divided into 5 main groups:
Balo, Arden, Rayan, Celan and Forta
- I see. (End dialog)
- What are the Factions I can join?
Which would you like to know more about? The Humans or the Athan?
- Human World
Human beings are divided into 6 Factions: Jadeon, Skysong, Lupin, Vim, Modo and Incense. What do you want to know?
- Jadeon
The Jadeon faction can trace their origins back to Taoism. They command a number of powerful skills, the most well-known of which is the Thunderblade.
The Jadeon excel at ranged combat, but their skills require some time to cast, leaving them vulnerable at close quarters.
- Yes. (End dialog)
- Skysong
Skysong is one of the most powerful Good-aligned factions, and as adherents to Buddhist philosophy, they strive to bring peace and an end to suffering in the world.
The Skysong focus on honing and perfecting their bodies so as to better channel their positive energies.
In fact, of all the factions, they stand alone in their ability to heal and revive others.
- Yes. (End dialog)
- Vim
The Vim mainly study their sinister skills, hunched over tomes in dusty archives. Once their noses are pulled from their pages however, and they step out into the sun, they are not to be trifled with. Vim disciples relish the intimacy of close combat, boasting significant defensive capabilities, but are unable to attack targets from a distance.
- Yes. (End dialog)
- Lupin
The Lupin follower is a swift, silent, and lethal distributor of... general unpleasantness. Their ability to cause significant damage in a short amount of time, make them a valuable commodity in a fight. They are capable of killing their enemies soundlessly and without shedding a drop of blood.
Be wary of them. They are dangerous.
- Yes. (End dialog)
- Mighty Modo
The disciples of Modo are reclusive, not much is known about them. They integrate many ancient spells and curses into their skills, and even summon the forces of nature to assist them in combat when they feel the need. They have also been known to summon the dead to fight at their sides. One should consider carefully before engaging one.
- I see. (End dialog)
- Incense Valley
Incense was expected to revive the Human. Incense unleash fire and powerful support arrays with their Twin Kristocs. With the help of flame, they can strengthen themselves and hurt opponent, so they have high viability.
- I see. (End dialog)
- The Athans.
The Athan regard Fuxi and Nuwa as their ancestors. They have thousands of years of history and, as of now, they are divided into 5 groups: Balo, Arden, Rayan, Celan and Forta.
- Balo
The Balo are the largest race of Athan, tracing their lineage back to the Chiou. With their superior strength and height, they are natural born warriors, the souls of beasts beating within their chests. As the backbone of the Athan military, the legends of the terror and agony they bring down upon any foolish enough to cross them, are myriad.
- Yes. (End dialog)
- Arden
The Arden are a race of Athan with vulpine ancestry. Its people are uncomparably striking, no matter their gender, with the grace and agility to match. They can dexterously take control of, and manipulate, situations from afar, but are extremely uncomfortable in close combat. They have been known to become romantically involved with humans, on rare occasions.
- Yes. (End dialog)
- Rayan
The Rayan are the most mysterious of the Athan. They are murderously secretive. Any who learn more than the Rayan feel they should, quickly meet a premature end. Always lurking in the shadows and made infamous by their cruelty, they strike suddenly, without warning or mercy, and with frightening power. They have been witnessed persuing their objectives with an other worldly determination, going so far as sacrificing themselves so long as the objective was deemed a high enough priority.
- Yes. (End dialog)
- Celan
The Celan are not technically Athan. At least not entirely. Their ancestors were the original inhabitants of Royal City, and when the Athan moved in, they interbred. After a few thousand years, the mixed offspring became their own unique race. Now, the only race with soul power, Celan skills differ greatly from those of other races. They can sense one's feelings simply by strumming a few notes, or uttering short lyrics. Nobody knows quite how powerful they really are...
- I see. (End dialog)
- Forta
As the purest bloodline of Athan, Forta, are good at close-distance fighting, and have great explosive force. Forta can increase their body to instantly kill the opponent. They have great ability in flexibility and speed, also have terrifying restraining force. They can weaken opponent as well as suck their blood to be invulnerable.
- I see. (End dialog)
- What are Clans and Alliances?
Clans and Alliances are organized social groups. You can join a clan upon reaching level 20, and create one at level 25 by speaking with the Clan Master. Once a Clan Chief has reached a minimum level of 35, they can form an alliance by speaking with the Alliance Master. Their newly-created alliance can then grow by accepting other clans as members.
- What are the benefits of a Clan?
A Clan has its own chat channel that can be used to communicate exclusively with other members. Additionally, the Clan can acquire, and work collaboratively to upgrade a number of Clan Skills that every member can benefit from.
- Return (End dialog)
- Thank you. (End dialog)
- What are the benefits of an Alliance?
An Alliance consists of multiple Clans, and also has its own chat channel, exclusive to its members. You can donate items to your Alliance to increase your Renown and, upon gaining enough Renown, be granted access to special Alliance Quests.
- Return (End dialog)
- Thank you. (End dialog)
- Return (End dialog)
- How will my deeds be recorded?
Your hard work will be recorded in the Hall of Excellence. Many things are tracked there, including Level, Money, and Honor.
- What is the Hall of Excellence?
You can open the Hall of Excellence interface by clicking Functions - Hall of Excellence, or by pressing "I". The top 500 players, clans, and alliances will be listed here. Those on the list will receive special titles. If you have a title for your Honor or Piety, you can get Honor Gems once a week.
- Thank you. (End dialog)