A long time ago,
Deep in a forest lies a secret realm that no man dared to enter. Many say that if you listen closely you can hear the sound of music and laughter as you became entranced by the wisps that danced amongst the trees.Unknowing to them was the entryway to the Realm of Fairies. A beautiful realm as it was full of life and cheer.In the realm lived three clans of fairies, Fae, Wisterian, and Pixies. The first and eldest clan where Faes. Many said their skin reminded many of the earth's finest treasures as their demeanor was calm and grounded like the earth and air but passionate and robust as water and fire. The second eldest clan were Wisterians, charming and alluring but dangerous. Many say that their voices were sweet as honey as many stuck with every word they said as their hair was soft and vibrant as the flowers they loved and lived amongst. The youngest clan was the Pixies. Mischievous but endearing always did their best to help humanity. Always making sure the weather and nature was always in order working hard as the little ants they assist but sometimes doing many other things. Some say if you listen closely and hear the sound of little jingling bells it was pixies bustling and fussing to get things done on time.In the realm lived three rulers, King Exitium the King of Faes. He was calm and quiet as his skin reminded many of the palest stone clay. His hair was black as the blood onyxes on his crown. Queen Rose the Queen of Wisterians. She was warm and cheery as her skin was soft and pale as milk as her hair was vivid and lively as the roses that adorned her soft brown hair as her lips were delicate and plump. Lastly Queen Reina the Queen of Pixies. She was motherly and lively as her skin was warm and inviting as the sun while her hair was like handspun golden thread. The three rulers and their clans lived in peace and harmony. Until the sudden death of Queen Rose.
The three clans wept and cried for the now deceased queen. In their grief the realm frantically tried to find peace in their now sober home. Queen Rose's daughters, Princess Opal and her sister Princess Aster were chosen for the throne. Princess Aster whose hair was soft and light red as the finest tulip and looked the much like her mother was more quiet as she tended to her royal duties as she was also sociable as she bonded with the people, Princess Opal on the other hand, she was vain, cunning, and prideful. She focused on her appearance although she was quite similar to her sister she was more lavished. She adored the most jewels and precious metals on her body.However, after many years of the sisters ruling together, Opal wasn't happy. She craved more.
One night, she entrusted her loyal servant to search out for the most powerful objects in the world.Her servant searched far and wide until meeting a silent and haggard woman, following orders the servant open their mouth, "You possess what your lord seeks.", the woman says as the servant ridiculed the woman, " I would never, I possess nothing of such whim and will.", the servant denied as the woman looked at the servant with her weary eyes, " I see all. The power you seek isn't only held in one item.", she said, " What is the powerful thing I seek?", the servant asked almost taunting the woman, " You seek two books that grants you the power of light and the darkness.", the woman said as she took a handful of sand and gently placed it in the fire she had.
"You need two books, one of light and one of darkness. However, that isn't enough. You need to have twelve vessels of pure light and the four talismans of good and twelve vessels of darkness and four talismans of evil , three show the trait of kindness. The first vessel of kindness presents optimism, their voice will chime as their voice carries hope and kindness within the coldest of hearts, the second will show resilience, their eyes are full of tenderness and gentleness as they carry their grace and poise even in the darkest of hours, the last will show good will, her good will and poise will shine no matter what harm comes her way. The next three show of determination, one will show curiosity and stubbornness, they won't be so hard to find as they would stand out anywhere, the second carry wit and kindness however do not be fooled they are as smart as a wick, while the last-oh the last, their outspoken tongue may get them in trouble but they only crave to be free. After those three will be the ones of resourcefulness, with the first vessel they are wise, be aware and be smart with your tongue, the second will be a warrior however do not fear them, they are gentle and soft as the flowing river as for the last one is quite quick on their feet and never stay in one place. The last, oh the last. They would be sweet and young they present bravery, all unafraid and daring. You can see by the proud glint in their eyes and with the cheekiness in their smile."
The fire shifted into four items: a magic wand, a sword, a rose, and an arrow.
" The heart of light lies in the four talismans, the wand of kindness, the sword of honor, the rose of resilience, and the arrow of bravery."The servant looked at the woman cautiously, " Where must I find the vessels of darkness and talismans of evil?", they asked wearily as the woman snuffed out her fire as the two became coated in pure darkness, " To seek the twelve vessels of darkness and the talismans of evil is no easy feat.", she said as a green light came from her palm, " Three vessels of bitterness, their words would sting like venom as their eyes shimmer in sadistic glee as you weep, as one thing you will see is awestruck green that lingers in their eyes or-maybe their skin. The next three are lust, they could crave anything, they only know they want it. One craves women, one craves money, as the last craves power. They all share a glint of eagerness in their eyes once you fallen into their deals. After them, I dare say I fear them most- the three vessels of depravity, they will get what they want. Whether they cheat, steal, or lie. One craves land and blood, the second merely only craves blood as for the last craves for wealth and control of the mortal realm and shadows. Oh the last vessels they are oh so vain. They fear the shattered mirror of themselves than a rotting corpse. You sense it in their touch, they try to lure you into their grasp as they give you sweet empty promises."
The green flame slowly started to change as four talismans appeared floating in the dark sky: A scepter, a apple, a necklace, and a mirror shard
" The heart of darkness and evil lie in the scepter of the dragon, the fruit of temptation, the necklace of depravity, and the shard of vanity. Once you gather all the items you must venture off to the farthest woods you would see two paths, one the trees are full of life and joy while the other it's gloomy as all the signs of life ran away as it was a corpse as it once was…the vessels will be lured to the woods but you must lead them to the woods while the also having your talismans and grimoire in hand, they will lead you to where you need to be."
In a flash the woman disappeared, the servant hurried back to their kingdom alerting Queen Opal of their discovery. Appeased by the discovery Queen Opal searched for the grimoires and the vessels for what would be all of eternity.