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The old sorcerers did not kneel to codes, nor did they ration power. They took what was theirs. We remember.
—Attributed to Galem

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The Scions of Geth were a clandestine sect of the Draol order that rejected all formal doctrine governing the use of magic. Emerging from within Draol ranks, they opposed both the regulatory philosophy of the Eari and the increasingly institutional structure of the Draol themselves.

They were most active during the late Age of Emperors and into the Age of Temperance, and are widely regarded as the primary catalyst for the Great Purge.

Philosophy

The Scions of Geth believed that magic, or Vorsys, was a natural force that should be exercised without restriction. They rejected the Ygwer Code entirely, viewing it as an artificial system imposed to limit those capable of wielding power.

Where the Eari emphasized restraint and the Draol emphasized mastery, the Scions rejected both approaches, advocating instead for absolute freedom in the acquisition and use of magic. They held that the ancient sorcerers who ruled prior to the 1st Great War represented the truest form of magical expression.

Origins

The Scions of Geth originated as a dissident faction within the Draol order. While the Draol encouraged the accumulation and flexible use of vorsys, they nonetheless operated within a structured system of ranks and shared doctrine.

A number of Draol practitioners came to view even this structure as a limitation. Rejecting all forms of institutional control, they formed loose and secretive networks that operated independently of both the Draol and Eari.

By the onset of the 4th Great War, these networks had coalesced into a coordinated sect, capable of executing large-scale magical operations.

Practices

The Scions were known for extreme and often prohibited applications of magic, including:

Large-scale harvesting of vorsys from battlefields and mass death
Use of portals to deploy forces across great distances
Environmental manipulation, including storms, frost, and fire
The use of illicit arts without restriction

Their methods were characterized by a willingness to sacrifice stability and life in exchange for power.

Attack on Gruen

Main article: 1st Great War

One of the most significant actions attributed to the Scions of Geth was the attack on the city-state of Gruen, an event that would later be cited as a key justification for the Great Purge.

During the attack, a group of Draol vormongers—identified as Galem, Caldrid, Ilosa, and Zialyn—utilized advanced and coordinated magic to overwhelm the city’s defenses. Their tactics included the use of portals to transport enemy forces, large-scale environmental manipulation, and the harvesting of vorsys generated from the battle itself. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

The assault resulted in widespread destruction, the collapse of Gruen’s defenses, and the eventual fall of the citadel of Eldstone.

Use of Soulpiercers

The attack on Gruen is also notable for the confirmed use of a Soulpiercer, an exceedingly rare and dangerous class of vorbright capable of exerting direct control over other spellcasters.

During the fall of Eldstone, the Eari wizard Anocast, advisor to King Ealred 4, was overtaken by such an individual—identified as Zialyn. Through this ability, Anocast was forced to act against his will, ultimately resulting in the death of the king and the collapse of organized resistance within the citadel. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

The existence of soulpiercers was considered so dangerous that all known magical schools had standing practices to eliminate individuals who exhibited such abilities. Their use by the Scions of Geth was seen as a direct violation of the most severe prohibitions of the Ygwer Code.

Role in the Great Purge

The actions of the Scions of Geth, particularly high-profile events such as the attack on Gruen, demonstrated the scale and unpredictability of unrestrained magic.

In response, the Eari successfully persuaded world leaders that the threat posed by magic was existential. Although initial efforts were directed toward eliminating the Scions, the scope of the campaign quickly expanded to include all practitioners of magic.

This culminated in the Great Purge, during which both the Draol and Eari were ultimately destroyed.

Legacy

The Scions of Geth are remembered as a turning point in the history of Galwyndor. Their actions provided the final justification for the global eradication of magic, and their methods remain the clearest example of the destructive potential of unrestrained vorsys.

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-The '''Scions of Geth''' were a clandestine sect of the [[Draol]] order that emerged in the later periods of the [[Age of Emperors]] and into the [[Age of Temperance]]. They rejected not only the structured doctrines of the [[Eari]], but also the increasingly institutional nature of the Draol themselves.
+The '''Scions of Geth''' were a clandestine sect of the [[Draol]] order that rejected all formal doctrine governing the use of [[magic]]. Emerging from within Draol ranks, they opposed both the regulatory philosophy of the [[Eari]] and the increasingly institutional structure of the Draol themselves.
-The Scions of Geth believed that all formalized magical systems—particularly those governed by ethical frameworks such as the [[Ygwer Code]]—were artificial constraints that weakened practitioners and obscured the true nature of [[Vorsys]]. Drawing inspiration from the ancient sorcerers of the pre-war era, they sought a return to unrestricted use of magic, free from doctrine, limitation, or oversight.
+They were most active during the late [[Age of Emperors]] and into the [[Age of Temperance]], and are widely regarded as the primary catalyst for the [[Great Purge]].
-==Philosophical Position==
+==Philosophy==
-The Scions of Geth held that magic was a birthright of the capable, and that any attempt to regulate or moralize its use was a form of control imposed by the weak upon the strong. They viewed both the Eari and the Draol as compromised institutions—one shackled by rules, the other diluted by structure.
+The Scions of Geth believed that magic, or [[Vorsys]], was a natural force that should be exercised without restriction. They rejected the [[Ygwer Code]] entirely, viewing it as an artificial system imposed to limit those capable of wielding power.
-Central to their belief was the rejection of the [[Ygwer Code]], which they saw as a tool of suppression. Where the Eari emphasized discipline and the Draol emphasized mastery, the Scions emphasized absolute freedom and dominance.
+Where the Eari emphasized restraint and the Draol emphasized mastery, the Scions rejected both approaches, advocating instead for absolute freedom in the acquisition and use of magic. They held that the ancient sorcerers who ruled prior to the [[1st Great War]] represented the truest form of magical expression.
-They believed that the ancient sorcerers, who ruled prior to the [[1st Great War]], represented the truest expression of magical potential, unburdened by the constraints of later ages.
+==Origins==
+The Scions of Geth originated as a dissident faction within the Draol order. While the Draol encouraged the accumulation and flexible use of vorsys, they nonetheless operated within a structured system of ranks and shared doctrine.
+A number of Draol practitioners came to view even this structure as a limitation. Rejecting all forms of institutional control, they formed loose and secretive networks that operated independently of both the Draol and Eari.
+By the onset of the [[4th Great War]], these networks had coalesced into a coordinated sect, capable of executing large-scale magical operations.
 ==Practices==
-The Scions of Geth were known for extreme and often forbidden applications of magic. Unlike other orders, they did not differentiate between acceptable and illicit use, and were widely believed to engage in practices that had long been abandoned by both the Eari and Draol.
+The Scions were known for extreme and often prohibited applications of magic, including:
-Among these were:
+* Large-scale harvesting of vorsys from battlefields and mass death
+* Use of portals to deploy forces across great distances
+* Environmental manipulation, including storms, frost, and fire
+* The use of [[illicit arts]] without restriction
-* The harvesting of large quantities of vorsys from violent conflict and mass death
+Their methods were characterized by a willingness to sacrifice stability and life in exchange for power.
-* The use of portals and spatial manipulation to traverse great distances
-* The manipulation or destruction of living beings to amplify magical output
-* The disregard for stability, often resulting in unpredictable or catastrophic outcomes
-These practices were considered violations of multiple [[Illitions]] under the Ygwer Code, further solidifying their reputation as dangerous extremists.
+==Attack on Gruen==
+{{Main|1st Great War}}
-==History==
+One of the most significant actions attributed to the Scions of Geth was the attack on the city-state of [[Gruen]], an event that would later be cited as a key justification for the [[Great Purge]].
-The Scions of Geth are believed to have originated as a dissident faction within the Draol order, though the exact date of their formation is unknown. Their rise coincided with increasing tensions between magical institutions and the growing influence of ethical regulation.
-As both the Eari and Draol became more structured and politically entangled, certain practitioners grew disillusioned with what they perceived as limitations placed upon their potential. These individuals began to operate outside of established systems, forming loose networks that would eventually become the Scions of Geth.
+During the attack, a group of Draol vormongers—identified as [[Galem]], [[Caldrid]], [[Ilosa]], and [[Zialyn]]—utilized advanced and coordinated magic to overwhelm the city’s defenses. Their tactics included the use of portals to transport enemy forces, large-scale environmental manipulation, and the harvesting of vorsys generated from the battle itself. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
-By the time of the [[4th Great War]], the Scions had grown into a significant and destabilizing force. Their actions, particularly high-profile attacks utilizing large-scale destructive magic, played a central role in shifting public and political opinion against all magic users.
+The assault resulted in widespread destruction, the collapse of Gruen’s defenses, and the eventual fall of the citadel of Eldstone.
-One such event, widely regarded as a turning point, involved the use of coordinated Draol magic to devastate entire regions, demonstrating a level of power and disregard that could not be ignored.
+==Use of Soulpiercers==
+The attack on Gruen is also notable for the confirmed use of a [[Soulpiercer]], an exceedingly rare and dangerous class of vorbright capable of exerting direct control over other spellcasters.
-==Notable Actions==
+During the fall of Eldstone, the Eari wizard [[Anocast]], advisor to King [[Ealred 4]], was overtaken by such an individual—identified as [[Zialyn]]. Through this ability, Anocast was forced to act against his will, ultimately resulting in the death of the king and the collapse of organized resistance within the citadel. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
-The Scions of Geth were responsible for numerous acts of large-scale destruction during the late Age of Emperors and the onset of the Age of Temperance. Their methods often involved the deliberate escalation of violence in order to harvest and wield greater quantities of vorsys.
-Accounts from the period describe the use of portals to deploy forces in unexpected locations, the amplification of environmental forces such as storms and frost, and the systematic harvesting of energy from battlefields. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
+The existence of soulpiercers was considered so dangerous that all known magical schools had standing practices to eliminate individuals who exhibited such abilities. Their use by the Scions of Geth was seen as a direct violation of the most severe prohibitions of the [[Ygwer Code]].
-These actions frequently resulted in widespread devastation, including the destruction of cities, mass casualties, and the collapse of regional defenses.
+==Role in the Great Purge==
+The actions of the Scions of Geth, particularly high-profile events such as the attack on Gruen, demonstrated the scale and unpredictability of unrestrained magic.
-==Role in the Great Purge==
+In response, the [[Eari]] successfully persuaded world leaders that the threat posed by magic was existential. Although initial efforts were directed toward eliminating the Scions, the scope of the campaign quickly expanded to include all practitioners of magic.
-The rise of the Scions of Geth was a primary catalyst for the [[Great Purge]]. Their increasingly aggressive and unrestrained use of magic convinced both the Eari and the ruling powers of Galwyndor that magic itself posed an existential threat to the world.
-Although the initial objective of the Purge was to eliminate the Scions, the scope quickly expanded to include all magic users, including the Draol and ultimately the Eari themselves.
+This culminated in the [[Great Purge]], during which both the Draol and Eari were ultimately destroyed.
 ==Legacy==
-In the aftermath of the Great Purge, the Scions of Geth were effectively eradicated, along with most practitioners of magic. However, their actions had already reshaped the course of history, serving as the final justification for the global elimination of magic.
+The Scions of Geth are remembered as a turning point in the history of Galwyndor. Their actions provided the final justification for the global eradication of magic, and their methods remain the clearest example of the destructive potential of unrestrained vorsys.
-They are remembered as both a warning and a symbol: a demonstration of the destructive potential of unrestrained power, and of the consequences of a world that failed to reconcile its relationship with magic.
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