Airlandia
Zephyr, Shawn, and the villagers of Blackwood and Thorn walk in a hallway of a Temple. As the people walked, they could see the outside view. At the corner of their eyes, they can see a Phoun ten dripping water, and behind it, there is a bit of steam blocking a statue's view. The reflection of the sun makes everything look glamorous, some may say beautiful.
Zephr leads the way as they go toward a huge building with a giant door. At the side of the door, two guards were waiting. They had no weapons in hand, and they were wearing white gowns and had their hands pressed together. Zephyr and everyone else arrive. "Is the Wind Sage present? I like to have a word with him." Zephyr speaks to the guard. But the guard responded by opening the door, "The Wind Sage has been expecting you, please, you may pass." Zephyr presses his hands together and bows a little. "Thank you." Zephyr walks past the doors. "You too, you may pass, son of Thorn. "The guard spoke to Shawn. He follows Zephyr from behind as they walk a straight path. The temple inside was light blue, and it had huge pillars on both sides as they walked between them.
They finally arrive at the Wind Sage's presence, sitting in a C-shape; there are four other individuals. They both bow. "Your Serenity, I have returned. I bring with me Hosi Shawn." The wind sage raises her finger, signalling them to rise. Both of them stand up. "Zephyr, it has been a long time. How have you been?" The wind sage speaks. Her voice was so calm and soothing, it felt like a warm breeze in winter. (She had light blue eyes with long silver eyelashes and long silver hair. Her hair was tied up in a ponytail, decorated with 3 gold hairpins with silver flower decorations to match her hair. She was wearing a light blue dress with silver flowers matching the hairpins; she was light-skinned and glowed. And the best of all, she was Beautiful. You could tell by looking at Shawn that he was amazed by her beauty. "I should introduce myself and my advice. My name is Aeloria, and I am the wind sage. At my right side is Kaelith. And beside him is Sylwen, in my left hand is Tharos, and beside Tharos is Liora." They all stood up, pressed their hands and bowed, including the wind sage.
After they have introduced themselves to Shawn, they all sit down. "Your Serinity, forgive me for coming with unknown people into this secret ground." She looks at Zephyr. Then Kaelith responds to him, "We are well aware of the troubles in Aerthys, but you broke one of our rules, Zephyr."
Zephyr: The people outside are more in danger than everyone else. The people and Thorn and Blackwood have always been enemies; living them in Aerthys would bring nothing but pain to them.
Tharos: We cannot understand their situation. This is the very nation that betrayed our trust. Why should we take care of their people now?
Zephyr: The distraction of Aerthys will not affect it, but the rest of the world.
Sylwen: Distraction of Aerthys? Can I ask what's so special about them that you think they might cause the distraction of Aerthys?
Zephyr: I believe Shawn can answer that.
Given the chance to speak, Shawn grabs the attention and speaks." It was about 20 years ago when 2 Villages were formed not far from the Ignatia palace. Thorn village and Blackwood village. The Blackwood villagers were refugees from Electria after a War that lasted 2 years over Ignitsia and Electria. The refugees were given a place to stay at the capital, but they couldn't allow themselves to trust another King so Blackwood Village was built. The Thorn village was an unincorporated settlement. An area near the capital was filled with people without houses, all the trash was thrown there, and people were struggling to survive. These people are those who once raised my father. These people are my family. And one of them might carry our blood. When King Arin was given the Throne, he gave both land to my father and Thane. But naming those villages in their names made them a target."
Liora: So what's so troubling is their connection to the Hosi and Blackwood bloodline.
Wind Sage Aeloria: Shawn and Zephyr, I understand you. I will let them stay. If this is what Destany brings us, we should respond in kind.
Shawn: Thank you, your Serinity.
She smiles and looks at Liora," Liora, my dear, please kindly assist them to their rooms. I believe there are enough free rooms for the villagers. Kaelith would be kind if we could have a feast tonight, getting closer to these people might benefit us." After giving her commands, both Kaelith and Liora stood up. And walked out.
[ Kaelith – the Sky Warden (strong, protective presence).
Sylwen – the Cloud Keeper (serene, spiritual, gentle).
Tharos – the Stormcaller (intense, commanding, carries weight like thunder).
Liora – the Whisperer of Breezes (kind, empathetic, graceful).
Liora is the first and only woman to reach the wisemen position .]
Aeloria: Before you leave, please, Shawn, relieve yourself of fear.
Shawn is surprised, then he presses his hands and bows his head. Then Shawn and Zephyr follow Liora.
Aerthys
Somewhere in Aethys below ground, Blackwood Thane is sitting in a rock with his sword glowing with blue flames, and he's eating. Just on the side of the sword, there is a book. With dusty brown pages open. He's eating while staring at the wall in front of him. The wall has letters carved in it. They were all written in a different language. "Well, this was fun while it lasted. It's time I returned to land."
To be continued...
📐 Temple of Airlandia – Draft Measurements Front View
Overall height: 40 m
Wall width (left to right): 60 m
Main door: 10 m high × 6 m wide
Triangular arch above door: 5 m tall (making total entrance height = 15 m)
Pillars on each side of the door: 12 m tall × 2 m thick, placed 3 m away from the door edges.
Statue (behind fountain): 8 m tall, partially hidden in steam.
Fountain (Phoun ten): 4 m diameter circular base, placed 5 m in front of the door.
Side View
Temple length: 100 m
Temple height (matching front): 40 m
Wall thickness: 4 m
Windows (narrow slits): 2 m tall × 0.5 m wide, spaced every 8 m.
Relief carvings run across the bottom 5 m of the wall.
Roof curve rise: 3 m (gentle slope upward).
Ornamental spikes at corners: 1.5 m tall.
Lanterns on walkway: every 10 m, about 1.8 m tall each.
Top View
Temple footprint: 100 m long × 60 m wide rectangle.
Courtyard (front): 40 m deep × 60 m wide.
Main dome (center): 20 m diameter circular dome, rising 12 m above the roof.
Engraved sun symbol on dome: 8 m diameter.
Corner towers: 5 m diameter each, 10 m tall.
Pathways: 5 m wide, forming a cross shape aligned with the main door.