The continent of Azuris had been ruled for thousands of years by ten legendary bloodlines known across the world as the Ten Great Families.
They were more than nobles.
They were the pillars upon which the continent stood.
Each family possessed a unique bloodline, passed down from generation to generation. These bloodlines granted innate abilities that no ordinary person could naturally possess. While anyone could learn magic through hard work, the abilities of the Great Families were gifts inherited through blood alone.
For countless generations, kingdoms had risen and fallen, but the Ten Great Families remained unchanged.
1. The Vorrenth Family
Feared for their unmatched endurance and overwhelming physical strength, the Vorrenth Family had always stood on the front lines of every great war.
Bloodline Abilities
Earth Affinity
Body Reinforcement
2. The Lysandor Family
Elegant, intelligent, and respected throughout Azuris, the Lysandor Family believed battles were won long before swords were drawn.
Bloodline Abilities
Light Affinity
Illusion Magic
3. The Craeven Family
Known as protectors of life, the Craeven Family shared an extraordinary bond with both nature and magical beasts.
Bloodline Abilities
Healing Magic
Beast Bond
4. The Sylver Family
The Sylver Family valued freedom above all else. Their speed and agility were said to rival the very wind itself.
Bloodline Abilities
Wind Affinity
Speed Enhancement
5. The Morthaine Family
Passionate and fearless, the Morthaine Family sought absolute power through relentless offense.
Bloodline Abilities
Fire Affinity
Heat Resistance
6. The Dreaven Family
Peaceful by nature, the Dreaven Family devoted themselves to the study of mana and spiritual harmony.
Bloodline Abilities
Sound Magic
Mana Control
7. The Ebonhart Family
The Ebonhart Family had observed the heavens for centuries, believing every star carried hidden knowledge.
Bloodline Abilities
Star Magic
Foresight
8. The Thorn Family
Silent and secretive, the Thorn Family preferred to eliminate enemies before they were ever noticed.
Bloodline Abilities
Shadow Affinity
Poison Arts
9. The Riven Family
The Riven Family constantly pursued the unknown, exploring places where few dared to tread.
Bloodline Abilities
Space Affinity
Weapon Mastery
10. The Hollow Family
Among the Great Families, none were as mysterious as the Hollow Family. They rarely interfered in worldly affairs, choosing instead to pursue knowledge of souls and forbidden curses.
Bloodline Abilities
Curse Magic
Spirit Sense
Together, these ten families ruled every corner of Azuris.
Every kingdom respected them.
Every noble feared them.
Every child dreamed of awakening one of their legendary bloodlines.
For the people of the continent, there had only ever been Ten Great Families.
That was the truth recorded in every history book.
That was the truth taught in every academy.
That was the truth accepted by the entire world.
...
Alex slowly closed the worn book resting upon the wooden table.
His crimson eyes remained fixed on its faded cover for several moments before a faint smile appeared across his face.
"A thousand years..."
"So they really succeeded."
He looked toward the distant horizon through the small window of the village library.
"They erased us completely."
Not a single page...
Not a single monument...
Not even a passing mention.
The Nyxshade Family had vanished from history as if they had never existed.
The world believed there had only ever been ten Great Families.
But Alex remembered.
He remembered every face.
Every battle.
Every sacrifice.
Every betrayal.
There was an Eleventh Great Family.
A bloodline that commanded the dead themselves.
The family feared by the entire continent...
Nyxshade.
And now...
Its last heir had returned.