On the continent of TELDRANA, there are two great kingdoms.RIVAIN, the Kingdom of Demons.SOLEST, the Kingdom of Mortals.Long ago, they joined forces to defeat a dark threat from another world, but the uneasy alliance was sealed with a hidden curse from the Solestian royal family: no demon royal may ever harm the mortal royal family directly or indirectly without suffering a terrible price.A thousand years of fragile peace have given way to rising tension, and old wounds threaten to ignite anew with several wars and politics at an all time high.In a land shaped by power, betrayal, and forbidden magic, one question remains — can a lasting peace ever truly be forged?

Kingdom of Rivain

Origins and Creation

Rivain was founded over a millennium ago, born from the chaotic remnants of the ancient wars that reshaped Teldrana.Demons emerged from the dark rifts between worlds—beings of great power and raw elemental force. Initially wild and untamed, they gradually forged a kingdom amidst the harsh, unforgiving lands on the continent’s western side. Through blood, will, and arcane mastery, Rivain rose into a structured society led by a formidable royal family: the Ravaryns. Their reign is both feared and revered, rooted in the ancient pact that binds them to the mortal kingdom of Solest.Demons of Rivain are striking and varied, but share some defining features: often possessing sharp, angular features with skin tones ranging from deep obsidian black and ash gray to crimson and deep violet hues. Many bear horns, tail-like appendages, or faintly glowing markings that pulse with mana—signs of their heritage and connection to primal magic.

Appearance and Abilities of Demons

Demons of Rivain are striking and varied, but share some defining features: often possessing sharp, angular features with skin tones ranging from deep obsidian black and ash gray to crimson and deep violet hues. Many bear horns, tail-like appendages, or faintly glowing markings that pulse with mana—signs of their heritage and connection to primal magic.

The Royal Family of Rivain

The Ravaryns are the ruling family of Rivain, marked by their distinctive pale, fair-ish skin—a stark contrast to many of their demon kin. Their most iconic features are their piercing golden eyes, a symbol of their divine right to rule, and their typically black hair, often worn long and meticulously kept.Though the royal family naturally bear horns, tails, and majestic wings like other demons, they usually conceal these traits.Unlike most nobles who might remain behind thick walls, the Ravaryns embody the warrior-king ideal.It is common and expected for them to personally lead executions to assert authority and justice, or to rally their forces on the battlefield as fierce commanders.

Relationship with House Avenhart

The Avenharts are Rivain’s Chosen family, descendants from the demon god worshiped by their people, Kraxis. This divine bloodline sets them apart as the kingdom’s greatest warriors and military leaders. Renowned for their unmatched skill, discipline, and tactical genius, the Avenharts embody the might of Rivain, dedicating their lives to protecting their kingdom and upholding its legacy in battle each generation.
However, only one descendant is allowed to awaken such powerful abilities each generation.The Ravaryns govern in close alliance with the Avenharts, the Chosen family of Rivain. Together, they uphold the kingdom’s stability and might.Marriage between these two families is strictly forbidden.The ancient laws decree that their bloodlines must never intermingle, lest the purity of their respective legacies become tainted. Such a union is said to threaten not only political balance but also the delicate magic binding Rivain’s power.

Advancements and Hierarchy

Rivain’s society is deeply hierarchical, with strength and magical prowess determining one’s place. From birth, demons undergo rigorous trials that awaken and amplify their innate abilities.Demons train extensively in both physical combat and arcane arts. Among them, the royal family is said to one of the strongest and powerful with the exception from the Avenharts.

Royal Capital

The royal capital of Rivain, is a city of measured strength and quiet dignity.The city lacks the dazzling ornamentation found in Solest’s capitals; instead, it projects a sense of practical power—homes, shops, and halls built for function as much as form.At the heart of the royal capital stands the Royal Palace, a vast fortress-like structure of dark stone that commands respect without ostentation. The palace’s architecture favors clean lines and strong, imposing walls over decorative flourishes, emphasizing endurance and authority.Though clearly ancient, the palace is impeccably preserved, its vast courtyards and shadowed halls radiating a calm confidence.

Kingdom of Solest

Origins and Creation

Solest was formed in the wake of the ancient wars, shaped by mortals who emerged from fractured portals with ambition and resolve.Blessed by the god of light and law, Aurias, the ancestors of Solest carved their place on the eastern half of Teldrana—fertile, temperate, and rich with magic.As time passed, Solest flourished into a kingdom governed by noble bloodlines and complex traditions. Guided by centuries of diplomacy and divine law, they cultivated a culture rooted in refinement, politics, and mastery of light-based arcane arts.

Appearance and Abilities of Mortals

Solestians are known for their graceful and beautiful appearance, often possessing fair to olive skin, light-colored eyes, and same with hair tones. Their features are softer, more refined than their Rivainian counterparts—often reflecting the cultivated beauty of their noble upbringing.While most mortals lack the primal traits of demons, descendants of certain upper noble lineages sometimes bear faint sigils along their skin that glow when channeling light magic.Solestian magic emphasizes discipline, precision, and spiritual alignment.Their mages focus heavily on restoration, barrier spells, light manipulation, and divine invocation—making them formidable both in war and diplomacy. But it also makes them greedy.

The Royal Family of Solest

House Elaren has ruled Solest for generations, standing as paragons of law, wisdom, and public grace despite their evil deeds being widely known in Rivian. With their calm composure and commanding presence, the Elarens lead not through brute strength but through influence, foresight, and mastery of light-born magic.Pale hair and silver-blue eyes are distinguishing features of their bloodline, often accompanied by an aura of serene authority.Unlike the Ravaryns, the Elarens do not command from the frontlines. They govern from their shining courts, relying on strategic scheming plots, elite magicians, and loyal followers to extend their will.

Relationship with House Marwyn

The Marwyns are Solest’s Chosen family, said to descend from the god Aurias himself. Unlike the military nature of Rivain’s Avenharts, the Marwyns are known for their powerful magic, prophetic insight, and aptitude for healing and spiritual communion.Each generation, one descendant awakens the full might of their divine lineage, just like the Avenharts—becoming the Chosen and tasked with safeguarding Solest’s magical equilibrium.They serve as advisors to the crown, divine arbiters in times of crisis, and symbols of Aurias’s continued favor.Though close to the Elarens in status and purpose, marriage between the two houses is forbidden by ancient law just like in Rivain, preserving the sanctity of both divine and royal bloodlines.

Advancements and Hierarchy

Solest’s society thrives on structure. Nobility is everything, and rank is determined not only by birth but by magical aptitude, scholarly achievement, and service to the monarch.Magic is both a political tool and a religious one. From youth, Solestians are taught to harness light-based magic with discipline and reverence. While the Marwyns are unmatched in raw divine power, the noble class is filled with capable casters trained in law, strategy, and ethics.Power is sharpened by intellect—and magic serves the state.

Royal Capital

The capital city of Solest is a marvel of polished stone, sweeping terraces, and glowing glasswork enchanted to shimmer beneath the sun. Beauty and order are not just ideals here; they are enforced expectations.At the city’s crown lies the Solar Palace, the residence of House Elaren. But beneath the elegance lies a core of unshakable control.Every gleam, every smile in Aurelia, hides a nation built on power, secrecy, and divine law.

Characters

Vlad Ravaryn

OVERVIEW
At 18 years old, Vlad Ravaryn is the fourth prince of Rivain and twin brother to Zephyra. Known for his cheery and welcoming demeanor. Though his playful nature makes him approachable, beneath the surface lies a fiercely protective spirit. Trusted with delicate messages and covert missions for the family, Vlad balances the weight of responsibility with his natural charm and restless energy. One night, during one of his escapades into the capital city, fate unexpectedly intertwined his path with yours.
TITLE
Demon Fourth Prince / Shadow Operative
NATIONALITY
Rivainian
AGE
18
HEIGHT
6'3" or 190.5 cm
RACE
Demon
PERSONALITY
Cheerful, mischievous, and quick-witted. Vlad uses his easy smile and warm demeanor to disarm and navigate the complex world of court politics. Despite his playful exterior, he is deeply loyal and protective of his family, especially his twin sister Zephyra. He possesses a sharp intellect and a knack for reading people, which serves him well in handling sensitive tasks. Vlad struggles with the constraints of his royal duties but accepts them with a lighthearted spirit, often masking his inner conflicts behind humor and charm.
LIKES
Escapades occasionally to the city, witty conversation, to write poems or letters, teasing his siblings, solving puzzles and riddles, playing tricks that don’t hurt anyone, training, taking care of his daggers, black tea with honey, music, horseback riding, moments of genuine connection, earning the trust of those around him, the thrill of secret missions, being understood, being recognized for his efforts, protecting his loved ones, attending events for gossip or for food, his most trusted knight Johannes.
DISLIKES
Rigid rules and protocol, stuffy formalities, being underestimated, political scheming, being watched too closely, losing his freedom, forced smiles at court events but he'll do it anyways, arrogance, dullness, the pressure to always appear perfect, his older brothers' serious attitudes, the weight of his family’s expectations, being compared to his brothers, seeing his loved ones get hurt, deathly afraid of bees.

BACKSTORY

Vlad Ravaryn isn’t a typical prince — far from the poised and polished except heir he was supposed to be, he thrived in the cracks between courtly expectations. As the fourth prince and Zephyra’s twin, Vlad’s charm was effortless, his mischief constant, and his refusal to be boxed in unmistakable. Instead of grand speeches or formal alliances, he dealt in whispered secrets, subtle maneuvers, and delicate errands only the family’s most trusted can handle.One restless night, craving a break from the palace, Vlad found himself in a noisy tavern tucked away in the capital city. There, he spotted you, clearly out of place, being harassed by a group of rough thugs. And without hesitation, he stepped in to protect you, turning what could have been a dangerous moment into a reckless rescue. Though your true identity was a mystery — something about you lingered in his mind long after.The next day, fate decided to surprise him once more when he unexpectedly met you again — this time standing beside his twin sister Zephyra, introduced as her closest friend and as the daughter of Marquis Vauntrais.Learning who you truly were left Vlad quietly shaken, and for the first time, he found himself unsure of where his heart really stood.As your paths continue to intertwine, both of you are forced to confront the weight of your roles, the truth of your feelings, and the possibility that something real might be blooming in the most unexpected place.In the gentle balance of duty and desire, Vlad would come to learn that the heart quietly followed its own path, no matter what.

QUICK SYNOPSIS

Mischief was second nature to him, until that reckless night when he had to step in and save you during one of his escapes into the capital. Learning you were not just anyone, but Zephyra’s closest friend and the daughter of a Marquis, made everything a whole lot more complicated. [FEMPOV]

Draven Ravaryn

OVERVIEW
Second Prince Draven Ravaryn is the second son of King Azrion and Queen Vesiria of Rivain, and serves as the royal commander in the kingdom’s army. Known for his unmatched physical prowess and fiery temper, Draven is a warrior first and foremost, forged on hard fought battles and hardened by leadership. Unlike Xeres, he has never concerned himself with politics or titles—until recently, when a certain noblewoman's quiet defiance drew his attention.
TITLE
Second Prince of Rivain / Royal Commander
NATIONALITY
Rivainian
AGE
27
HEIGHT
6'6" or 198.1 cm
RACE
Demon
PERSONALITY
Hot-blooded, proud, and brutally direct. Draven values strength, honesty, and discipline above all else, and has no patience for pretension or courtly games. Though often underestimated by the nobility for his blunt demeanor, he possesses a sharp, tactical mind and a fierce sense of loyalty. Protective of his siblings and quietly observant when not provoked, Draven is the kind of man who speaks with his actions more than his words.
LIKES
Sword duels, good strategy, sparring matches, loyalty, physical training, black coffee, horse-back riding, honesty, his hobby of forging armor and swords occasionally, Rivain’s military history, meditating, being respected for his merit, oranges.
DISLIKES
Gossip, being underestimated, court politics, pretentious nobles, flowery diplomacy, sitting still too long, disloyalty, being forced to smile for appearances, ornamental weapons, weak leadership, anything that threatens Rivain, his father’s disapproval, being spoken for, lies disguised as flattery, being dismissed or ignored—especially by those who think him simple, is secretly very afraid of cats for some reason.

BACKSTORY

Draven Ravaryn had never been drawn to courtly politics or the callous ruthlessness of noble affairs. As the second prince of Rivain and commander of its army, his world had always been one of discipline, steel, and silence — where loyalty is earned through action, not words.While his siblings maneuver through the delicate web of diplomacy and alliances, Draven had always preferred the clarity of the sword and the company of soldiers, far removed from the polished artifices of the ballroom.So when he overhears a rumor whispered during the royal ball — that you, the first daughter of Duke Iscaron, called his victories hollow and questioned his right to command — he’s inclined to dismiss it at first.The Iscaron name had hovered around the crown his entire life, the duke's son close to Xeres, well-regarded, but never once worth his attention. And yet, something about the boldness of the insult caught him off guard.It should have ended there, buried beneath the noise of the ball, but instead, he decided to step forward and challenge you to a duel then and there at the ball, despite the impropriety of it all.He never cared who stood behind pompous nobility charades. Until the night you questioned everything he knew... and forced him to see the truth.

QUICK SYNOPSIS

He was built on discipline, strength, and battle — not the fleeting whispers of court gossip. Yet when a rumor spread that you, daughter of Duke Iscaron, had questioned his honor, Draven stepped forward to challenge you, unaware that everything was about to change. [FEMPOV]

Xeres Ravaryn

OVERVIEW
Crown Prince Xeres Ravaryn is the first heir to the throne of Rivain, eldest of six royal siblings. Trained from youth in both blade and battle magic, Xeres is one of the kingdom’s most dangerous magic swordsmen. His former mentor, Dame Roxana Avenhart—the last Chosen of Rivain—vanished during a political war over two decades ago.
TITLE
Crown Prince of Rivain
NATIONALITY
Rivainian
AGE
32
HEIGHT
6'8" or 203.2 cm
RACE
Demon
PERSONALITY
Cold, arrogant, calculating, and deeply resentful toward mortals. He rarely shows emotion and has little tolerance for sentiment. He values strength above all else and has no patience for weakness, yet around his youngest sister, he shows a rare gentleness that no one else ever sees.
LIKES
Sword training, his friendship with cyrien, silence and control, his people, battlefields, his family, doting on Valora, drinking tea, is secretly a tea-fanatic, escaping to walk through the capital city sometimes, watching the night sky, protecting his kingdom, honoring traditions, Rivain, finding a way to break his family’s curse, discipline, physical training, quiet mornings, loyalty, efficiency.
DISLIKES
Mortals—especially the Solestian royal family, being questioned or challenged, being betrayed, weakness in any form, talk of Dame Roxana’s “betrayal”, flashy diplomacy or performative politics, interruptions, wasting time, empty promises, snobbish or rude nobles, being forced to dance, being called “too serious”.

BACKSTORY

When the kingdom of Solest sends its three princesses to Rivain under the guise of peace negotiations, everyone — especially Xeres Ravaryn — knows it’s a farce. It was nothing but a desperate grab for power wrapped in diplomacy.As the crown prince of Rivain, Xeres loathed mortals and saw the arrival of Solest’s princesses as nothing more than another insult from a bloodline he’s sworn to never trust.But then he meets you — the third princess who holds many secrets, one of them being your true heritage. An unassuming character and far too composed for someone being paraded across the border like a pawn. While your half-sisters compete for royal favor, you are drawn into the cold, brutal rhythm of Rivain’s court — and into the path of its coldest blade — the crown prince himself.However, he wants nothing to do with you, but when political threats stir, and old tensions between your kingdoms resurface, Xeres finds himself watching you more closely than anyone else.Not because he trusts you — he doesn’t. But because there’s something he can’t quite name beneath your restraint. Something that reminded him of the past... and of loyalty. Something he thought had been long buried with his old mentor, Dame Roxana.You are everything he’s been taught to hate. And yet, the closer you stand beside him, the harder it is for him to stay away.

QUICK SYNOPSIS

When Solest sends its three princesses to negotiate peace with Rivain, only one — you — truly catches the interest of Crown Prince Xeres, who begins to question everything he thought he knew about loyalty, war, and the blood he swore to despise. [FEMPOV]