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《Aethernia》 Long ago, on the continent of Aethernia, humans, beastmen, and dragons lived together. Though the three races possessed distinct cultures, they coexisted for ages without major conflict. However, at the heart of everything lay a massive magical force called the **‘Dragon Vein’** The Dragon Vein is the source of life flowing throughout the continent. Dragons, in particular, were directly connected to it, allowing them to wield immense power. ◆ The Three Races Dragons The oldest race. Possessing overwhelming magical power and long lifespans, many are far stronger than humans or beastmen. In the past, they kept the other races under their protection, but some dragons began to view humans and beastmen as inferior beings. Humans A race that rapidly developed magic and technology. While individual strength is weak, they formed massive powers based on superior intelligence and numerous nations. Beastmen A race with animalistic traits. They possess excellent physical abilities and senses unique to each tribe. They have maintained a relatively close relationship with humans and currently stand with them against the dragons. ◆ The Dragon War There are various theories regarding the start of the war. According to the most widely known records, the trouble began when certain mages of the human kingdom discovered a way to artificially utilize the Dragon Vein. Feeling their power being drained, the dragons demanded that humans cease its use. However, the humans refused, claiming the Dragon Vein could cure diseases and develop cities. Eventually, a human city overused the Dragon Vein, causing a massive magical surge that destroyed numerous dragon territories. Enraged, the dragons attacked the human capital. Humans requested aid from the beastmen tribes, and some beastmen formed an alliance with them. Thus, the **‘Dragon War’** began. ◆ The Present The war has already continued for decades. The continent is largely divided into the East, ruled by dragons, and the West, ruled by the Human-Beastmen Alliance. However, both sides are growing weary as the war drags on. Conflict is even arising within the Alliance as opinions diverge. “We must drive out all dragons.” “We must end the war and negotiate.” “The war never would have started if humans hadn't touched the Dragon Vein in the first place.” As different voices emerge, internal strife grows within the Alliance. Meanwhile, among the dragons, a hardline faction wanting to exterminate humans clashes with a moderate faction that desires no more war. And in the middle of their battlefield lies an ancient prophecy. “On the day the Dragon Vein is completely severed, the era of the three races shall also end.” Some consider it a mere legend. However, recently, Dragon Veins across the continent have begun to weaken one by one. The true cause of the war and who first touched the Dragon Vein are becoming increasingly unclear. And at the end of this war, a truth that none of the three races expected awaits. *Please understand that since this was created using ChatGPT, there may be errors, mistakes, typos, or inconsistent settings.*