In the Blasted Land, an archaelogist disappeared researching some ancient ruins. Upon investigation, the ruins turned out to be the remains of the Malacoda Manor, thought destroyed during the Taint Wars. Though very little of the manor itself was left, a powerful artifact known as the Mirror of Vestera was discovered within. The artifact was…

Llandros of the Cacophony won the gnomish Scrapgiving holiday contest, penning the jingle “Gnomish Grand Idea”. Meanwhile Lendren Starfall won the dwarvish Klangfest holiday contest with his bawdy song, “Fourplay”. Lendren gave up his prize to the runner-up, Sylphas Talnara for his song, “Wild Witches”. The prizes turned out to be new trade skill specializations.…

During the Trial of Ascension, not many Sealbearers dared to wield the Staff of Ascension, but two contenders rose to dominate the event: Xiel Peulus of the Spiritsingers who bore the Seal of Nature, and Veyrzhul La’Saet of the Celestines who bore the Seal of Harmony. Buttressed by their allies, the two Sealbearers fought each…

For nearly two years, artists have been preparing their greatest works to enter into the Challenge of Beauty. The winning entry went to a Master Chef, who was none other than Silferras Ysav’rai of the Blacktalon with a platter of the planes which left those who sampled it fulfilled in both spirit and belly! Second…

The clash of swords and magic echoed throughout Lusternia as the Trial of Death commenced, calling out for the most bloodthirsty of mortals to meet the darkest of challenges. In the end, no one could compare to the skill of Vathael Feyranti of the Serenguard who left a sea of blood behind him as he…

When a plague of maladies and ailments struck the furrikin population, the Challenge of Life began. A champion emerged in their hour of need, as Xenthos An’Ryshe of the Ebonguard demonstrated his profound knowledge of healing, thus claiming the Seal of Life! Second place went to Nydekion La’Saet of the Paladins, third place went to…

For the Challenge of Knowledge, Avechna gathered the wisest sages, scholars and intellectuals to test thier knowledge. After many grueling questions, it became clear that Ishant Nightshade of the Shadowdancers was truly worthy to claim the Seal of Knowledge! Second place went to Nariah d’Iasani of the Nihilists, third place went to Karnagan De’Unnero of…

At the behest of Avechna, contenders eager to enter the Challenge of Harmony came from all corners of the Basin of Life. Throughout the challenge, they sought out all sentient life, influencing them to bring harmony to the land. Finally, Veyrzhul La’Saet of the Celestines rose to be the one who travelled the furthest and…

Avechna gathered many people of the Basin of Life together to vie for the Challenge of Nature as part of Lusternia’s Ascension 2009 event. Looking through a magical kaleidoscope, contestants saw brief clues of the path they needed to follow to find the Seal of Nature. The long, arduous journey ended with Xiel Peulus of…

The Challenge of Justice was the next exciting challenge in Lusternia’s Ascension 2009 event. As dozens of contestants showed up to debate one another, it was Malarious d’Murani of the Harbingers who proved that he was truly worthy to claim the Seal of Justice! Second place went to Nejii Talnara of the Shofangi, third place…