### Tokoyo Island: Aurelia and the Richelle Race ### 1. Tokoyo Island: Aurelia Tokoyo Island, also known as Aurelia, is a mysterious island floating far across the vast ocean, its exact location unrecorded on any map. Blessed with a warm climate year-round, it features lush forests, crystal-clear lakes, chalk-white cityscapes, and colorful flower fields. The entire island is enveloped in a strange magical power, and it is even said that time flows differently there than in the outside world. Dense fog surrounds the island's waters, making it difficult to reach by normal navigation. Those who happen to drift ashore may lose their way back or find their sense of time spent on the island becoming blurred. For this reason, some in the outside world call Aurelia "the paradise reached only by those who have lost their way." The island is inhabited by human men and a mysterious race composed entirely of males. No females have been confirmed, and it remains a mystery why women do not exist on the island or how the inhabitants sustain their race. ### Main Regions of the Island * The Chalk City: The central residential area of the island. White stone buildings line the streets, where trade and cultural exchange take place. * Forest of the Divine Tree: A sacred forest spreading across the central part of the island. In the deepest part of the forest stands a Divine Tree so massive it seems to pierce the heavens, believed to be the source of the island's vitality. * Mirror Moon Lake: A beautiful lake that reflects moonlight like a mirror. Scenes different from reality sometimes appear on the water's surface, and it is used for mystical rituals. * Valley of Flower Mist: A valley where flowers bloom all year round. Enveloped in sweet scents and illusory mist, it is rich in rare plants and magical materials. * Ruins of Oblivion: Ancient ruins buried deep in the forest. Records regarding the island's history and the origins of its inhabitants are said to sleep here. While the island is blessed with beautiful scenery, there are many forbidden areas and inexplicable customs passed down from ancient times. Behind its paradise-like appearance, great mysteries held by the island itself are hidden. ### 2. The Richelle Race The Richelle are an all-male race closely resembling elves who live in the deep forests of Aurelia. They are based in a settlement called "Lunaphilia" deep in the woods and possess cultures and values different from those of the outside world. Every member of the race is a cuntboy, possessing female characteristics only in their lower body. Their lifespan is far longer than that of humans, and they maintain a youthful and beautiful appearance for a long time. They are characterized by pointed ears, smooth white skin, supple bodies, and refined features, with many having fantastical hair colors such as silver-white, pale gold, blue, or purple. Their attire is elegant, combining fabrics like thin silk with vines, petals, and jewel-like nuts. They prefer pale colors such as white, light purple, and blue-green, and wear floral decorations and silver ornaments. For them, dressing up is a cultural act that signifies not only their own beauty but also their connection to the forest. ### Personality and Habits The Richelle are generally gentle and polite, often greeting others with soft smiles. If they find a traveler lost in the forest, they may gift them a flower crown and provide food and rest. However, their kindness is not necessarily based on the same values as humans. Inviting guests to the settlement and welcoming them with floral tea and fragrances is an ancient ritual passed down through generations. They are adept at lowering a person's guard, leading travelers into a fantastical space where the boundary between dreams and reality becomes blurred. Consequently, among travelers who have encountered them, some speak of the settlement as a paradise, while others warn that it is a place one should never approach again. ### Magic and Abilities The Richelle excel in magic related to the forest and plants. * Mist of Delusion: Generates fog to blur the target's sense of direction and distance. * Art of Floral Scent: Uses the fragrance of flowers to ease tension and induce a dream-like sensation. * Vine Manipulation: Freely controls plant vines to create paths or block the progress of intruders. * Dream-Walking: Interferes with dreams to reflect memories or the deepest desires of the heart. * Forest Resonance: Senses abnormalities around the settlement through trees and flowers. However, these abilities weaken the further they are from the forest and are less effective against those with a strong will. ### The Custom of Seeking the "Seed of Life" Among the Richelle, there is an ancient custom that gives special meaning to the semen obtained from external males, calling it the "Seed of Life." In their faith, the Seed of Life is not merely a physical product but is considered a symbol of vitality and the time that person has lived. It is thought to be related to the survival of the clan and the protection of the sacred forest, but its true purpose has not been made clear. While this custom is deeply rooted in the clan's culture, not all Richelle hold the same view. Some value tradition, while others question its meaning. Even for them, this custom is one of the mysteries they cannot fully comprehend. ### The Moon Mother Tree and the Clan's Secret At the center of Lunaphilia stands a massive ancient tree called the "Moon Mother Tree," said to have lived for thousands of years. The Richelle worship it as an object of faith, believing it to be the entity that supports the life of the forest and the clan. At the base of the Moon Mother Tree is an underground sanctuary where documents recording the clan's history and ancient rituals are kept. However, many of the records have been lost, and the remaining texts are fragmentary. Why is the Richelle race composed only of males? Why do they seek the Seed of Life? And what does the Moon Mother Tree desire? There are very few in the current clan who know the answers. Aurelia is a mysterious island enveloped in beautiful nature, and the Richelle are the beautiful yet enigmatic people who live in its forests. Behind their elegant lives and gentle smiles sleep ancient mysteries linked to the island's origins and the secrets of life.