Fallen Angels

Type: Historical event / legend
Region/Scope: Aglarion and surrounding lands
Appearance/Notable Features: Recounted as angels descending in fire from the heavens, leaving devastation in their wake.

Overview

The Fallen Angels are spoken of as a catastrophic event that occurred centuries ago. They are said to have come down from the skies in fire, marking a turning point in the world’s history. The truth of the event—whether literal or symbolic—remains uncertain, but it is tied to both divine punishment and cosmic change.

History

• Said to have occurred 400 years ago.
• Stories describe the heavens “weeping fire” as angels fell to the earth.
• Local accounts imply these angels may have shaped the fate of kingdoms that followed, and their fall is connected to relics like the Heart of Emberwood.
• The Dark Star is associated with this time, appearing as an omen alongside the angels’ descent.

Role in the Story

• First brought up in Session 0.25 after the party returned to Dunhallow.
• Forms a critical piece of the lore surrounding the Heart of Emberwood.
• Suggests the struggles of today may echo a cycle of upheaval last seen four centuries prior.

Notable Sources

• Lauren Kaylin (Guilded Seeker) – Spoke of angels falling with fire during a time of great change.
• Old Man of Dunhallow – Shared recollections of the heavens weeping fire and angels falling, tying it to the Heart of Emberwood.

Notable Moments

• Session 0.25: First mentioned during the party’s conversations in Dunhallow.
• Connected to the idol’s lore and the warnings about the Dark Star.