| Bailiff - Bailiff normally a commoner that judges over common legal issues. Return to Top |
 Battle Mages - Battle Mages are mages that have been extensively trained in the art of offensive magick. They are warrior mages who have one goal and that goal is to win battles. The Church of the One True God (the primary religion of Azin) was against this and they are still against their use to this day. The creation of the Battle Mages occurred in TK 300 and this decision is still being questioned over 700 years later.
In TK 300 King Arimis Duncan Nari' was facing the complete annihilation of the Human race at the hands of the Horde and their Dark Force Allies made a decision to save his people at what cost or how high the cost has yet to be determined. With a stroke of a quill, he made the creation of the Battle Mages Law. The following is comprised of passages from King Arimis Duncan Nari' and the royal scribes journals of the events that took place in TK 300. Third day of the month of Dawn in the Year 300 TK: "Like translucent bed sheets, the rain comes once more, to work away the mortar of the keep and the surrounding dirt of the land. The advisors said that the rain was finished for a time after yesterday's storm. Once again, their guesswork was wrong. At times, I do not know why I write this journal. I doubt that it will be of any use to those who will come after me. Whoever said, "it was good to be King" should have been made the Court Jester. My advisors have petitioned to create a defense against rumors of what the Horde and the traitors might be plotting. This means more gold diverted from my people’s needs to another one of my advisors' grand plans. In all fairness, the advisors in the past have had some brilliant plans. The one great plan that sticks in my mind was what David called the shower plan. The first part of the plan called for the building of several windmills to draw water from the ground was brilliant. The second part of that plan called for the building of water carriers. Nothing more than large wine vats with wheels affixed to it and a seat for the driver to control the team of horses. This plan saved my people from hunger and thirst during the years of drought. I will listen to them. The peace is unbalanced. In the last two months of the war casualty posts have had 4000 names upon them each. In these past few months of peace, the casualties caused by border disputes have claimed nearly half that number. The difference is this time the dead are not soldiers they are families with children. Yes, I suppose I will listen to their plan. What they call the Battle Magus. I can hear their soggy footsteps approaching my chambers. The time to decide between bread and lance is here." Later, in the Great Hall of the High King, Arimis Duncan Nari'… "Forgive me, my Lord and esteemed fellow advisors. However, my colleague here is wrong. He insists all that is needed is a bluff. Spending a few pieces of gold on an illusion that we are building a defense against their unholy alliance will be worthless. They will be able to see through the illusion." Advisor Erich Varga of the western province of Kallon glared at Advisor Philip Darren of Kimmen. Erich continued. "My lord, surely you can see the wisdom of creating this arm of the army. This would greatly increase your ability to defend your people." The King looked at the power that was gathered in the Great Hall - all of his advisors, all of the regional governors, The Cardinal of Azin and his friend, the Court Mage, here in one place. The King, tired of the cost of war and the cost of peace, began to wonder if it was all worth it. "My lord? Are you feeling all right?" Cardinal Thomas of Tyree asked. The King, a little embarrassed, smiled at the Cardinal. In a soft voice, the King spoke. "I am alright." Clearing his throat, the King began again louder so that all in the Great Hall could hear him. "Gentlemen, the hour is late. This debate has gone on since noon and it is almost dawn of the next day. You have all argued, and I do mean argued, your points very well. However, this is not getting us anywhere. We know that the traitors have sold their loyalties to a Lych and are in league with the Horde. The rumors of this unholy alliance have everyone scared. Something must be done." Taking a deep breath the King turned to the Cardinal. "Your holiness, can the church do anything." The Cardinal, uncomfortable about being put on the spot, took a moment to compose his words carefully. "It is the position of the Church that the Church will be able to withstand any and all aggression from evil." The King could feel the frustration in his advisor's minds at the comment the Cardinal had just boldly uttered. The King in a serious tone inquired. "My good Cardinal, if the Church can withstand any and all aggressions from evil then why is the Holy Fortress on the Crystal River burning as we talk? From what my engineers tell me, that fortress will be burning for days." The Cardinal, attempting to remain composed, began. "Your Majesty, as you know it takes seven additional years to train a Warrior Priest once they have completed their initial training. Thus, it could take a total of 10 years to train them. The first ranks will not be ready for two years. The Church did not begin their training when the war began because the Kings of the Great Houses assured the Church that they could deal with the Horde. The King looked at everyone in the room. "Give me the order to create these Battle Mages! I will sign it into Law. That is, unless the good Cardinal can swear that the Church can and will protect my people from the Horde?" The King commanded. The Cardinal just lowered his head. The King put his seal to the writ turning it from an idea born out of desperation it into the Law of the Kingdom of Azin. Sixth day of the month of Dawn in the Year 300 TK: Rory Mitchell Avery the first son of Duke Avery volunteers to become the first Battle Mage. Return to Top |
| Battle to Liberate Coventry - The Battle to Liberate Coventry was in the dead heat of summer of 1043 TK. The Horde garrison was not a match for the Desert Saurians that led the attack upon the city walls. When the first Saurian entered the city, the occupied populace took its revenge on the Horde occupiers. Return to Top |
 Belmont - Belmont is a large village north of the city of the city of Kallon in the province of Kallon in the country of Azin.Return to Top |
 Berry County - Berry County is one of the counties of the province of Kallon in the country of Azin.Return to Top |
 Bethel - Bethel is the county capital of the county of Myra in the province of Kent in the country of Azin.Return to Top |
| Betta - Betta is the deity who warns the doomed of disasters. The figure of the Harbinger is usually recognized by the distinctive cloak clasp of a stone with a large crack through its center. The Croaker, or Doom Bringer as the deity is also known, may appear as either male or female and can do nothing to prevent or deter the disaster to come. Betta only warns in order to save as many as possible. Woe betide those who do not heed that warning. Return to Top |
 Blood Pass - The gateway to Dresden was held by the Clan of the Broken Spear during the Fourth War With the Horde. When the AON decided to retake Dresden the task fell to the Saurian: Dragon Kin of Azin to take Pass. The Saurians needed to keep the Horde Troops busy in the pass while other forces attacked Dresden. The Saurian: Dragon Kin took the Pass at a high cost. This is why it is now known as Blood Pass.Return to Top |
 Blue Petite Desert Rose - The Blue Petite Desert Rose (Magical Element, All rated MR 3) is a rare beauty that hails from Terla where it can be found on the edges of the Ariddia. Legend states that if a person that is crying in sadness smells the Blue Petite Desert Rose, they will forget what caused them to cry in the first place.
If one gives a single long stem Blue Petite Desert Rose to another, it is a sign of absolute devotion of the giver to the recipient. For this reason, fathers have been known to give single long stem Blue Petite Desert Roses to their children after they are born. The late King of Azin, Darius Nari' gave each of his children a single long stem Blue Petite Desert Rose upon their births. It is said but unconfirmed that Rene’ Nari' has kept up with this tradition. Legend has it that if one enchants the blossoms of 13 Blue Petite Desert Roses, places them into a container of enchanted rosewater made from White Roses and then steeps the mixture; the resulting elixir if taken can reverse any spell or flaw that has forced the recipient to forget. It has been used successfully as a cure for amnesia victims. The blossoms of the Blue Petite Desert Rose cost 240 P per quantity outside of Terla. A single long stem Blue Petite Desert Rose costs 600 P per outside of Terla. Return to Top |
| Book of Shadows - A Book of Shadows is a collection of information including recipes, training and training techniques, rituals, spells and other information believed important for an individual witch or a coven. The book is copied by hand thus passing it along from one generation to the next.
Each generation continues to include additional information to the Book of Shadows. As information is added to the Book of Shadows, the book will evolve and become personalized to the current generation that is using it. The book is comprised of enchanted paper or parchment. The covers of the book are inscribed with sigils that the witch or witches enchant. Once enchanted the only ones that can see the Book of Shadows of other witches. The Book of Shadow acts as a learning Aid (10% to research rolls) and research aid. The Book of Shadows is a great resource for historical information as the witch or witches that will add their historical accounts to events in the Book of Shadows. For additional information please refer to "The Book of Additional Magick" By Mystic Station Designs, LLC. Return to Top |
 Town of Bradfor - Town of Bradfor is one of the towns located in the county of Armorose in the province of Kent in the country of Azin.Return to Top |
 Brass - Brass (MR 4, Element Fire) has been known since ancient times. Brass is a copper zinc alloy. Zinc was unknown to the ancient world. Brass was produced by melting Copper and Calamine together. Calamine is a zinc ore usually containing two different zinc minerals. It was not until the 18th century that scientists discovered that Calamine contained two separate minerals. Calamine received its name from where it was mined.
Brass is a yellow color that is muted but is similar to the color of gold. However, it is distinguishable enough that one can tell the difference with the eye. Due to its color, Brass has been used for ornamentation, decoration, and even coating for coins. It is commonly used in this fashion even today. Brass has been confused with many bronze alloys throughout history. It has a lower melting point than either copper or zinc. Brass is not ferromagnetic. It will not produce a spark. The usefulness of Brass in many ancient to modern day devices for its properties is endless. In the Living World of Alquennas, Alchemists and Users of Magick use Brass. It is used for everything from coated hinges for cabinet doors that hold explosive compounds to tools and components made completely of Brass. Brass is 150 P per pound. Return to Top |
| Brea Ocean - Please see Oceans. Return to Top |
 Breddon - Breddon is the name of both the Alquennas deity of Time and a planet in the Gallison solar system. The deity is also the Keeper of the history of Alquennas. Known also as the Librarian and the Keeper of Knowledge, this deity can appear as both male and female. The symbols most used to represent Breddon are those of a scroll, hourglass, or waterclock.Return to Top |
 Broklyn City - Broklyn City is in the county of Wine in the province of Maderia in the country of Azin.Return to Top |
 Brockport - Brockport is the provincial capital of the province of Westhold in the country of Azin.Return to Top |
 City of Bronze - City of Bronze is the provincial capital of the province of Tin Oak in the country of Azin.Return to Top |
 Bryagel - Bryagel is the name of one of the 12 declared continents of Alquennas. Additionally, it is one of the names of the countries on that continent. For additional information, please see the World Atlas.Return to Top |
 Burt City - Burt City is one of the cities in the county of Armorose in the province of Kent in the country of Azin.Return to Top |
