The Mythar were a race of celestial beings created by Helios, the god of life, to bring order to the Prime Plane during the early stages of the cosmos. They were the first mortals, albeit ageless, as they did not die of old age but could be killed by external forces. The Mythar were often depicted as angelic beings with radiant or white skin, glowing white eyes, and the ability to summon divine wings at will, allowing them to fly. They were closely tied to the Mytharil Empire, which spanned across Tolria, a continent to the far west of Osira.
Physical Appearance and Abilities
The Mythar were known for their majestic appearance, radiating an ethereal glow that distinguished them from other beings. Their most iconic feature was their ability to summon wings of divine light, which they could call upon at will. In addition to their physical abilities, the Mythar were masters of Rift Magic, a powerful form of magic tied to the very fabric of the cosmos. They used Rift-Magic to govern and establish order across the Prime Plane, securing their place as rulers of their vast empire.
The Empire of Mytharil
The Empire of Mytharil was the peak of celestial civilization, with its crown jewel being the Floating City of Netheril. Built through their mastery of Rift-Magic, the Mythar created floating cities, immense magical constructs, and ruled over the Prime Plane for millennia. Their influence stretched across Tolria, ensuring that the elemental forces and the mortal realms were kept in balance. The Empire was governed by Emperor Ezekiel, a wise and powerful ruler who ensured that the Mythar maintained order and stability.
Pride Before the Fall
Despite their divine origins, the Mythar fell victim to their own hubris. Their desire to unlock even greater powers led them to experiment with forbidden magics and the manipulation of Unknown, the source of all time and space within the cosmos. At the center of this disaster was Valekith, an archmage who attempted to harness the Continuum Crystal’s immense power to achieve immortality. His reckless actions tore a Rift into the Plane of Khaos, allowing Eyes of Stars, a terrifying Revenant Titan borne from primordial Khaos, to enter the Prime Plane and bring devastation.
This event marked the beginning of the First Continuum Crisis, as the fabric of reality began to unravel. The Rift's opening eventually led to the destruction of the Mytharil Empire, and the once-great city of Netheril was pulled into The Netherveil, a plane of darkness and despair. Valekith's greed and betrayal led to the fall of the Mythar as a dominant race, and their empire crumbled into ruin.
Legacy of The Mythar
The fall of the Mythar was a turning point in the history of the cosmos, which occurred near the end of the Second Age, and before the rise of the Elves. Their legacy, however, remains imprinted on the Prime Plane. It is believed that the ruins of Netheril still drift within the Netherveil, filled with the remnants of Rift-Magic and powerful artifacts. Some scholars speculate that the remaining Mythar still live in hiding, seeking redemption or to reclaim their lost empire.
While most of the Mythar perished during the Continuum Crisis, their legacy and contributions to Rift-Magic shaped the fabric of the Prime Plane. They are remembered as both glorious rulers and tragic figures, consumed by their desire for power.
Role in the Continuum Crystal Cosmology
The Mythar played an integral role in the balance of the Continuum Crystal Cosmology. Their mastery of Rift-Magic allowed them to maintain order in the Prime Plane and interact with the elemental planes. The Mythar’s experimentation with the Continuum Crystal, however, became their undoing. The catastrophic consequences of Valekith’s actions not only brought about the destruction of the Mytharil Empire but also destabilized the very balance they had worked so hard to protect.
Their fall serves as a cautionary tale to all those who seek to meddle with the forces of Rift-Energy and the cosmic powers of creation. The Mythar remain a symbol of the thin line between divinity and destruction.
The First Mortal Race
In a sense, the Mythar were the first "mortal" race, even though they were not bound by the same limitations other species such as the Elf. Their near-immortality gave them a sense of divine right to rule, but it also led to their ultimate downfall. The Mythar's own mortality was proven when they were consumed by their own greed, facing death at the hands of both external enemies and their own destructive ambitions.
Today, the Mythar are remembered in myths and ancient tomes, their story intertwined with the fabric of Tolria's past and the eternal struggle for balance within the cosmos.