On the continent Edros lay the kingdoms of Igain, Marinna, Draivalon, and two new countries still squabbling of their names in the wake of freeing themselves from Draivalon's former imperial grip. As the kingdoms formed, each discovered a unique set of magical talents native to their geography. Among the denizens of Marinna rose a talent for water magics, allowing them to build the most formidable navy and wealthiest merchant fleet on the continent. Draivalon's temperate rainforest and mountainous border gave birth to the ability to control storms and shadows. Its erstwhile colonies wielded control of fire and stone. Small Igain turned its eyes heavenward, seeking the secrets of the stars, and learned to channel their powers. With Draivalon longing to reestablish its empire, the dawn of magic application to technology puts every nation in its sights. But it's Igain that gains the unstable empress's attention the most closely when the power that typically waxes and wanes finds purpose in a stunning new innovation.