Halvidar is a large island located several thousand kilometers southeast of the mainland. Due to its isolated position, it served as a perfect refuge for the elves. They were the first, and for the long time the only inhabitants of planet Dorull. But as soon the other races began appearing, they realized the only way of salvation was to isolate themselves from the rest. As soon as the first wave of humans, orcs and dwarves demonstrated their desire to seize and claim the lands on a large scale, without any regards and means, elves realized there’s no way of stopping them. They could not do it with reason, and certainly not by force. If for nothing else but the fact they were outnumbered.
According to the elven legend, their escape to Halvidar would not be possible without the help of two of their most esteemed ancient beings, Desinils. The powerful deities responsible for the creation and care of the world. They were Cermir, the lord of all the lands, and Ghata, the mistress of the waters. Cermir remain behind to halt the pursuers, allowing his eternal love Ghata, to safely transport the elves to the island. Cermir managed to buy them necessary time for escape, fighting off the humans, but ultimately succumbed to his injuries. Overwhelmed with the loss, Ghata gave up on her corporeal form, to be with her love on the other side. But not before she used her powers to create the impassable barrier around the island.
In the many years that followed, many had tried to invade Halvidar, only to meet their end at the bottom of the ocean. Elves remained secluded from the rest of the world for over five hundred years, until the humans and dwarves made the first steps in creating diplomatic relations. It took another hundred years for elves to accept the deal. And even then they were adamant in staying secluded. Allowing entry to only a few chosen ones. Denying return to those elves who for whatever reason decide to leave.
Halvidar island is populated with over three hundred thousand elves, living predominantly in two largest cities, Halvidar and Weliar. It is ruled by the Beikalyn royal family, whose lineage stretches all the way back to the very beginnings of their civilization. Beikalyns were the loudest advocates of them moving here, and crucial to the implementation of the plan. Thus earning eternal gratitude from every elf.
Elves are true masters of arts and crafts, specializing in fashion design and architecture, as well as armor and weapon-crafting. Making their merchandise most sought after and expensive, partly due to the limited amounts of it being made available for trade. Landing on the top of the list for every black market in Dorull. Becoming a target of every thief.
The region of Halvidar is mentioned in Dorull Stories novella The Half-blood Princess (WIP), as well as Dorull Saga novels Dark Past (TBA), Headhunters (TBA) and The Price of Peace (TBA).
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