Tristana

1. #1Rune wars

   Keys: Rune wars, rune wars, Rune Wars

   The Rune Wars were historical wars where the mortals of Runeterra used the World Runes to fight each other. These wars were so brutal that they erased multiple civilizations, landmasses, and much of the recorded history from the face of the planet, leaving behind only myths and folklore. Runeterra deteriorates in civilizational decline, as the majority of its inhabitants are plunged back into a simpler, more primitive way of life.

2. #2World runes

   Keys: world runes, World rune, World Runes, world rune, World runes, World Rune

   The World Runes are powerful runes that were used by a group of unknown Celestials to shape Runeterra. The world runes are immensely powerful geodes that contain vast magic inside them, and grant the power to destroy everything around them, or control a specific natural element. Mortals fought brutal wars over these powerful artifacts that would later be known as the Rune Wars.

3. #3Valoran

   Keys: mainland, valoran, main continent, Valoran

   Valoran is the northern continent of Runeterra. Valoran is connected to the now Shuriman Continent through a small artificial land bridge where modern day Piltover and Zaun are located. While the most well-known regions of the continent are Demacia, Noxus and Freljord, there are also hundreds of smaller states and nations that are not part of them.

4. #4The Freljord

   Keys: freljord, Vorrijaard, vorrijaard, Freljord

   Freljord is a cold, harsh, and tribal region in the far north, home to warring clans and ancient mystical beings. It’s a land of survival and ancient ice magic. Freljord is located in the Northest part of Valoran bordering Demacia and Noxus. Proud and fiercely independent, its people are born warriors, with a strong raiding culture. While there are many individual tribes within the Freljord, the battle lines are being drawn in a three-way civil war that will determine the future of them all. One tribe unflinchingly honors the traditions that have ensured its survival; another follows the dream of a united future, as foretold by a young idealist; while the third worships the power of an enigmatic sorceress named Lissandra. Freljord is also the only place where True Ice can be found. The tree dominant tribes are Avarosan, who are led by Ashe. The Frostguard who are led by Lissandra. And the last are Winter's Claw, led by Sejuani. Wildlife like Balestriders, Drüvask, Elnüks, Krugs, Mammoths, Poros, Raptors, Wolves, Wildclaws and Yeti can be found here.

5. #5Avarosan

   Keys: Avarosan, avarosan

   Avarosan are one of the dominant tribes in the Freljord. They are led by warmother Ashe, living in the south area of the Freljord. They seek unity and to bring all tribes into one. They are an agglomeration of progressive tribes that believe in diplomacy through the teachings of Avarosa. They dwell mostly in the slightly warmer regions, and many settlements under their banner are agrarian. Though Ashe's methods are peaceful, she is still backed by a powerful and committed army.

6. #6Winter's Claw

   Keys: Winter's claw, winter's claw, Winter's Claw

   The Freljord Winters Claw Winter's Claw are one of the dominant tribes in the Freljord. They are a brutal tribe led by Sejuani, they raid and attack the other tribes for resources. They believe in survival of the fittest and bringing death to the weak. During the months of summer raiding, warriors of the Winter's Claw range far across the northern lands, taking and repurposing whatever they need. As winter approaches, they will ground their ships, establish temporary homesteads, and prepare to wait out the longer, colder nights until the thaw comes around again. They rub seal fat over their skin and clothing for extra warmth. The Winter's Claw do not tame or coddle their mounts, but encourage the creatures' wild and aggressive survival instincts even as they take the reins. The Winter's Claw rarely let anything go to waste. Their weapons might be steel looted from fallen enemies, or nothing more than sharpened wood and knapped flint.

7. #7The Frostguard

   Keys: frostguard, Frostguard

   Frostguard is a mysterious tribe led by Lissandra, the Ice Witch. The Frostguard dwell in Frostguard Citadel, protecting their leader Lissandra as she watches over the Howling Abyss. A cult shrouded in secrecy, the Frostguard archive of all Freljords archaic history. They are seemingly peaceful. Lissandra keeps the Watchers at bay and plots to rule over all of Runeterra. The trolls and their king, Trundle, have allied themselves with Lissandra, while Nunu temporarily lived among the Frostguard. The Cult of The Three Sisters, Lissandra's proliferated religion which promotes the worship of Avarosa, Serylda and Lissandra, is the main religion of the Frostguard. They have been trying to maintain the religious dominance of it over the Freljord by installing Frost Priests, who are healers, on different tribes as surveillance tools. They also sabotage the worship of old demigods and destroy evidence of their existence to deny them power and influence and so far have succeeded to some degree. There are several other tribes who were absorbed or allied with the Frostguard: Black-Clads, Chosen Children, Draklorn and Warriors of the Keeper's Lodge. Main religions here are: The Freljordian Demi-gods, Kindred (Lamb & Wolf), The Three Sisters, The Protector and The Veiled Lady.

8. #8Howling Abyss

   Keys: bridges of the Iceborn, Howling Abyss, howling abyss, Howling abyss, Bridges of the Iceborn

   The Howling Abyss bridge is located in the Freljord and serves as a gateway to the Frostguard citadel.

9. #9Frostguard Citadel

   Keys: Frostguard citadel, Frostguard Citadel, frostguard citadel

   An ancient stronghold built to watch over the dark chasm of the Howling Abyss, the Citadel also houses many of the Freljord’s hidden treasures and historical records. It serves as Lissandra and her Frostguard's seat of power and holy pilgrimate site. Above the citadel, waves of magical aurorae, greens, and pinks, and blues, dance in a sky that is almost always night. The stars twinkle eternally here, in the coldest and cleanest air. Few know how to find this hidden fortress.

10. #10True Ice

    Keys: true ice, True Ice, True ice

    True Ice is a magical ice that could only be created by the Yeti and the magic given to them by Anivia. A very rare mineral, it is so cold that it can never be melted. Only those known as Iceborn are able to manipulate said mineral. A variant of True Ice that was corrupted by The Void exists in the form of Dark Ice.

11. #11Demacia

    Keys: demacia, Demacia

    Demacia is a powerful kingdom known for its strict laws, order, and strong military. It values justice, honor, and light magic, but is also rigid and intolerant of magic. Demacia is south of the Freljord, founded in ancient times by people, mages and non-mages alike. All magic is outlawed, and natural born mages are prosecuted and incarcerated by the Mageseekers. Demacia produces the best soldiers in Runeterra. Petricite is used everywhere in Demacia, from architecture to weapons, and the construction of golems. They are governed by a deeply corrupted monarchy and noble houses. Demacian architecture is simplistic and yet elegant. Buildings have vast courtyards, with lavished gardens and masonry. Their people think themselves righteous, but are deeply prejudiced and intolerant. The capital of Demacia is known as the Great City of Demacia. It is from here that the royal family has long seen to the defense of the outlying towns and villages, farmland, forests, and mountains rich with mineral resources. Main religions here are: The Mountainsmith, The Protector and The Veiled Lady. Wilflife here is ,Azurite Eagles, Badgerbears, Bellswayers, Crag Beast, Demacian Tangor, Fleetfeathers, Greathorns, Petricite Trees, Poros, Silverwing Raptors, Tuskvores and Wyverns.

12. #12The Great City of Demacia

    Keys: Great City of Demacia, City of Demacia, city of Demacia, Great city of Demacia, Demacia City, Demacia city

    The Great City of Demacia, Demacia City, or Great City is located in the western part of the kingdom of Demacia. It is the capital and the home of most noble houses of Demacia. Galio is stationed just outside of the capital. The capital, located in the western part of Demacia, is the main political, cultural, religious, military, economic and educational center of the country. Towering spires punctuate its skyline; Petricite (a pale, magic-resistant stone) and marble are the materials of choice. The noble houses that reside within the city include Buvelle, Crownguard and Laurent. The Royal Palace of House Lightshield is from which the king of Demacia reigns. The city also has a barracks and a penitentiary, like most cities throughout the kingdom. The Capital itself sits next to a natural port overlooking the Conqueror's Sea, with the majority of the surrounding towns resting on a plateau. The Last Gate and Noble Family Residences are located in the Northen part of the city. East Demacia City: Geographical southern part of the city, The Silverwing Aviaries and the religious part of the city are located in the Easten part. The City Harbor is located in the Southern part of the city, situated on its own rocky island and connected via constructed bridge. The Military District and Magessekers Complex are located in western part of the city. The heart of the city has the Kingdoms royal palace known as Citadel of Dawn, Grand Plaza of open courtyard and gardens and the Alabaster Library.

13. #13Petricite

    Keys: Petricite, petricite

    Petricite is a magical material produced in Demacia from petrified trees that can dispel magic, and mixed its wood with ash and lime into a resistant material. It is used everywhere in the nation, from architecture to weapons, and even in the construction of golems. Durand was a great petricite inventor and architect who designed and built Galio, as well as many other petricite structures and objects during the kingdom's foundation. Durand's descendants continue his work in modern times.

14. #14Petricite Grove

    Keys: Petricite Grove, Petricite Groves, Petricite grove, petricite groves, Petricite forest, petricite forests, Petricite groves, Petricite Forests, petricite grove, Petricite Forest, Petricite forests, petricite forest

    Petricite Grove is forest area located on the footholds of the Rocky Highlands of northern Demacia. One of many similar forests in Demacia, it is the location of the rare petrified flora with magical absorbing properties. Deep beneath the ancient petricite groves, Ryze has found a forgotten vault where the volatile energies of the World Rune shards can be safely contained.

15. #15Petricite Tree

    Keys: petricite tree, Petricite tree, Petricite Trees, Petricite trees, petricite trees, Petricite Tree

    Petricite Trees are fossilized-like trees that were magically altered by World Runes. They have magic-dampening abilities as well as the ability to absorb magic. Several stories high, these white trees and their yellow leaves are as hard as stone. However, they are a limited resources as the trees have stopped growing at the moment. Petricite can be ground up and mixed with liquid to make Petricite Elixir.

16. #16Mageseekers

    Keys: mageseeker, Mageseekers, Mageseeker, mageseekers

    The Mageseeker are a Demacian order tasked with containing magic within the country, hunting down mages, securing magical artifacts and accompanying any magical envoys during their stay in Demacia. If "magical affliction" is noticed in children, they were registered under the Laws of Stone and required to follow its tenets or were given the opportunity to work as Mageseekers themselves.

17. #17Noxus

    Keys: Noxian empire, Noxian Empire, noxus, noxian empire, Empire of Noxus, empire of Noxus, Noxus, noxus

    Noxus is a powerful and expansionist empire that thrives on strength and ambition, where anyone can rise through the ranks based on their abilities. It located on east of Valoran and Demacia, it's capital being Noxus Prime. To those beyond its borders, Noxus is brutal, expansionist, and threatening, yet those who look beyond its warlike exterior see an unusually inclusive society, where the strengths and talents of its, where the strengths and talents of its people are respected and cultivated, even accepting magic. Noxians are deeply proud people who value strength above all, though that strength can manifest by many different means. Anyone can rise to a position of power and respect within Noxus if they display the necessary aptitude, regardless of social standing, background, homeland, or wealth. Their form of government is called Trifarix, ruled by three people of importance, including the Grand General, Jericho Swain. Noxus will do anything to win wars, including heinous crimes, using forbidden magic, reviving the dead and commissioning chemical weapons from Zaun. Despite this meritocratic ideal, the old noble families still wield considerable power in the empire. As Noxus expands and defeats neighboring cultures and cities, it offers the conquered people a choice; swear loyalty to Noxus and be judged solely on your worth, or be destroyed. Noxus meritocracy is exemplified by the Trifarix doctrine. This is made up of three core aspects. Might, Vision, and Guile. Stewards are the provincial rulers of Noxus, tasked to enforce Noxian rule in occupied territories as well as cities.

18. #18Noxus Prime

    Keys: immortal bastion, Noxus prime, Noxus Prime, noxus prime, Immortal Bastion, Immortal bastion

    Noxus Prime is the sprawling capital city of the Empire of Noxus. Located on the river delta in eastern Noxus, the city was built on top of an old fortification known as The Immortal Bastion. The Immortal Bastion was built by a dreaded sorcerer sorcerer in a far distant age. Within the stronghold's walls, the streets and alleyways are narrow and twisting. The rooftops are flat and crenelated, like the battlements of a castle. Many noble houses are located in the capital. The city is also the headquarters of the enigmatic Black Rose cabal. Mortoraa is a small district within the Immortal Bastion, known for being one of the wealthiest neighborhoods. The streets in Mortoraa are luxurious and comfortably spacious. However, at night it has a reputation as the most ominous district for the streets are never illuminated with torch-light or lanterns; Bastion Center Tri-Towers is at the center of the Bastion, it is a place forbidden by the order of the Trifarix due to it not being under their control. It's the headquarter of the Black Rose; Shrine of the Wolf is tall, multi-tiered tower with open sides, butting up against the old southern bulwarks of the Immortal Bastion. In the center of the tower, looming almost fifty feet high, is a massive obsidian statue of a seated wolf; Stairs of Triumph are long unbroken flight of stairs leading to the Audience Chamber. Going to the Audience Chamber, a pair of liveried Legionnaires clad in dark steel stand sentinel every twelve steps.

19. #19Noble Houses of Noxus

    Keys: Nobles of Noxus, Mallat, kythera-zaavan, Noxus nobles, noble of Noxus, Granth, Kythera-Zaavan, noradi, Noble of Noxus, Noradi, tewain, du couteau, Noxian Nobles, Noble Houses of Noxus, kythera, Du couteau, swain, Noxian noble, Noxian Noble, Noxus noble, Noxus Nobles, darkwill, Kythera, sassen, Noxus Noble, Swain, noxian nobles, Noxian nobles, Darkwill, nobles of Noxus, granth, noxian noble, Du Couteau, Zaavan, Tewain, Kythera-zaavan, noxus noble, mallat, zaavan, noxus nobles, Cortain, cortain, du Couteau, Sassen

    Noble Houses of Noxus are the following: House Cortain, house whose known member is part of the Crimson Circle; House Darkwill, a family that was the ruling house of Noxus before the Trifarix; House Du Couteau, a house that rules one of the largest assassin guilds in Noxus, with historic ties to the Black Rose. Matron Soreana is secretly part of the cabal; House Granth; House Kythera-Zaavan, a house unionized by two noble houses, Kythera and Zaavan, orchestrated with meticulous care by Elise, the former matron of House Kythera, through a strategically arranged marriage; House Mallat, a house with ties to the Black Rose and Mordekaiser; House Noradi, a house whose known members are part of the Crimson Circle; House Sassen; House Swain, one of the first noble houses in Noxus, with historic ties to Black Rose. Most if not all other members were executed after Jericho exposed them for plotting against the empire; House Tewain, noble house responsible for gaining favor of numerous Minotaur clans before claiming Basilich.

20. #20Trifarix

    Keys: trifarix, Council of Three, council of three, Trifarix, Council of three

    The Trifarix, also known as the "Council of Three", is the current governing body of Noxus. Noxus is governed by a triad of equal leaders known as the Council of Three, each representing one of the core Principles of Strength. Members are: Darius, the Hand of Noxus and Commander of the elite Trifarian Legion. Jericho Swain, the Noxian Grand General and face of government for the Empire. And The Faceless, the indenity is officially a mystery. But the puppeteer of the dark underbelly and politics of Noxus is LeBlanc.

21. #21Black Rose

    Keys: Black Rose cabal, Black Rose Cabal, Black Rose, Black rose, black rose, Black rose Cabal, Black rose cabal

    Black Rose is a secret organization in primarily stationed Noxus. The Leader of Black Rose Cabal is LeBlanc. Black Rose Cabal's purpose is guiding Noxus from the shadows and Preventing/Defeating Mordekaiser. The Black Rose is a secretive cabal led by the Noxian aristocracy with it's influence reaching all of Noxus and beyond it's borders. Many of their opulent designs feature masks so that they can partially conceal their identities, even from each other. Remnants of an order that has existed far longer than Noxus itself, initiates of the Black Rose have schemed from the shadows for centuries, guiding the throne of Noxus for more than a thousand years, orchestrating many of the empire's most ambitious campaigns. The Black Rose exists now to further the clandestine interests of those who can wield the magic hidden within the Immortal Bastion, with its rank-and-file composed of mundane nobles. Even the most powerful military commander could only ever serve the cult's true masters. Champions of The Black Rose are it's leader LeBlanc along with Lord Vladimir, Elise and Cassiopeia.

22. #22Crimson Circle

    Keys: Crimson Circle, crimson circle, Crimson circle

    The Crimson Circle is an exclusive secret order of Noxus. All of its members are hemomancy users devoted to their patron, Lord Vladimir. Under Vladimir's tutelage, the art of hemomancy has found a place in the military of Noxus, and among scions of the old aristocracy. Among these diverse practitioners is the Crimson Circle, a youthful cult dedicated as much to Vladimir's personality as to blood magic itself. The purpose of the cult is Furthering dedication to the practition of Blood Magic and Revering Lord Vladimir. Crimson Circle has connections to the Black Rose Cabal, as Lord Vladimir is Patron of the Black Rose.

23. #23Trifarian Legion

    Keys: Trifarian legion, Trifarian legionnaire, trifarian soldiers, trifarian legionnaires, Trifarian legionnaires, Trifarian Legionnaires, Trifarian soldier, Trifarian Soldier, Trifarian soldiers, trifarian legion, trifarian soldier, Trifarian Soldiers, trifarian legionnaire, Trifarian Legion, Trifarian Legionnaire

    The Trifarian Legion is the most elite military order of Noxus. The most elite and loyal legion in modern Noxus. Lead by Darius, it takes a ruthlessly discerning eye to select those worthy enough to become part of the Trifarian Legion, but they can sort the sheep from the wolves a mile away. The Legion spread the empire's reach with every beat of their drums. Not exclusively made from Noxian born citizens, everyone can join the Trifarian Legion if they prove themselves.

24. #24Mount Targon

    Keys: mount Targon, Targon, Mount Targon, Mount targon, targon, mount targon, Solari, solari, Lunaria, lunaria

    Mount Targon is a mountainous region to the west of Shurima, Targon boasts the tallest peak in Runeterra.Targon is where people worship celestial entities. It is home to powerful beings called the Aspects, and many seek to ascend Mount Targon to gain immense power. If anyone manages to climb to the top, they'll be blessed with divine powers and become an Aspect. There's two main religious groups opposing each other: the Solari who worship the sun, and the Lunaria, who worship the moon and are persecuted by the former. Located far from civilization, Mount Targon is all but impossible to reach, save by the most determined pilgrims. Those hardy few who survive the arduous journey to the foot of the titanic mountain find a sky shimmering with celestial bodies, constellations, planets, fiery comets that streak the darkness, and auspicious arrangements of stars. Mount Targon is simply a way into the celestial realm. Mount Targon can be broken into distinct regions, as delineated by patterns in the rock and a marked increase in hazardous weather conditions, difficulty of the climb, and increased death rate. The upper levels of the mountain expand and contract as if the land itself were alive, making it impossible to map a reliable pathway to the top.

25. #25Astral Grove

    Keys: Astral Grove, Soraka's home, astral grove, Astral grove, Soraka's grove, Soraka's Home, Soraka's residence

    Astral Grove is located in the upper slopes south of Mount Targon. It is where Soraka resides, it has a campfire and a little yurt with few items and souvenirs from all across Runeterra.

26. #26Marus Omegnum

    Keys: Marus omegnum, marus omegnum, Marus Omegnum

    Marus Omegnum, also known as LoR Non-Champion Non-Spell Indicator The Veiled Temple, is a full Lunari temple fortress located for the majority of the time inside the Spirit Realm. During special lunar events, the temple phases into the physical realm and shows up on Mount Targon.

27. #27Targon Prime

    Keys: Heaven, Realm of the Gods, heaven, Targon prime, targon prime, Targon Prime, realm of the Gods, Celestial Realm, Celestial realm.celestial Realm

    Described as a brilliant city of gold and silver, Targon Prime is a realm beyond Runeterra where celestial beings known as Aspects and mythical creatures of the stars reside. Every generation or so, an Aspect will descend from Targon Prime to imbue mortals, whom they deem worthy, to become their vessel. It is a vast realm bathed in golden light at day and sparkling stars at night. Currently Kayle has set out for this realm, to learn what has really happened to her mother Mihira. Sometimes the reason for these Targonian Ascended's disappearances can be linked to Targon Prime on which deceased aspect vessels are now a part of the great council planning to build an army of powerful human-celestial mieldings against the unknowable nothingness. In the rare event that a mortal reaches Targon’s peak, the heavens open before them in a dazzling display of cosmic aurorae. Few ever bear witness to that radiant sight, far above the cloudline and beneath the glittering stars, where it is said that timeless, godlike beings dwell in a wondrous city of gold and silver. The Aspects live in Targon Prime. Some of the inhabitants are Diana, the Ascended host to the Aspect of the Moon; Ezreal, influenced by the Aspect of the Wanderer; Leona, the Ascended host to the Aspect of the Sun; Morgana, the offspring of the current host of the Aspect of Justice and is also Kayle's sister; Atreus the reborn Aspect of War; Soraka, a wandering fallen celestial caretaker; Taric, the Ascended host to the Aspect of the Protector.

28. #28Aspects

    Keys: aspects, Aspects, Aspect, aspect

    The Aspects are stellar beings that live beyond the physical and spiritual realms of Runeterra in the cosmic realm of Targon Prime. These beings embody concepts and celestial magics. They are able to meld with mortals, ascend them, making them their hosts with which they are able to traverse and / or interact with the mortal plane with relative efficiency. However, with the exception of the Aspect of Twilight Aspect of Twilight and its hosts they rarely interfere with the mortal realm outside of time with great needs. Aspect remain among the most powerful beings in the Universe.

29. #29Aspect Host

    Keys: Aspect hosts, Aspect Hosts, aspect hosts, Aspect Host, Aspect host, aspect host

    The term Aspect Host refers to humans magically altered and usually made hosts to the Aspects of Targon Prime. Blessed with incredible strength, speed and a strong affinity for mastering forms of magic. The Aspect hosts are also virtually immune to pain and sickness. Some have their lifespan dramatically increased. But they can still bleed, be crippled, or even killed with the right weapon, magic, or overwhelming force. After each host dies and during times of great needs, the Aspect finds a new host to replace their place.

30. #30God-Warrior

    Keys: God warrior, Sunborn, God Warrior, sunborn, God-Warrior, God-warrior, god warrior, god-warrior

    The God-Warriors are the ascended of Shurima. The God-warriors, also known as the Sunborn, were once Shuriman ascended who underwent a transformative ritual to give them extraordinary power and long life so they could safeguard their nation and its interests.

31. #31Ascended

    Keys: ascended, Ascended

    The umbrella term Ascended refers to all humans who were magically altered by a variety of magic, chiefly celestial magic. After their ascension, the Ascended can channel celestial magic through their connection to celestial entities, but do not "gain" celestial magic themselves.

32. #32Piltover

    Keys: piltover, Piltover, City of Progress, City of progress

    Piltover is one of the two interconnected cities. Piltover, known as the City of Progress, is a thriving, progressive and advanced city. A city of inventors and scientists, with a steampunk level of technology, resembling victorian england. It's Valoran's cultural center, where art, craftsmanship, trade and innovation walk hand in hand. Its power comes not through military might, but the engines of commerce and forward thinking. It's situated on the cliffs above the district of Zaun and overlooking the ocean. The wealth this generates has given rise to an unprecedented boom in the city's growth. Burgeoning merchant clans fund development in the most incredible endeavors: grand artistic follies, esoteric hextech research, and architectural monuments to their power. With ever more inventors delving into the emergent lore of hextech, Piltover has become a lodestone for the most skilled craftsmen the world over. They harness magic to power machines, known as Hextech. The most influential individuals of Piltover live and rule in the Bluewind Court, located in northern Piltover. Mainspring Crescent is fashionable promenade of cafes, bistros, and supper clubs. Trade is the lifeblood of Piltover, and its command of the main sea-route between east and west has seen its coffers swell with gold. The climate around Piltover is generally balmy, but when the temperature changes rapidly, sea fogs often envelop the docks and warehouses. The citizen of Piltover are typically self-reliant, does not expect handouts, uptight, and always aspires to do better.

33. #33Zaun

    Keys: City of Iron and Glass, undercity of Piltover, zaun, Zaun

    Zun is one of the two interconnected cities. Zaun is a large undercity district to Piltover, separated by a river and a canyon that goes deep into the ground. Zaun is industrial, chaotic, and home to dangerous experiments with chemtech and chem-barons. What light reaches below is filtered through fumes and reflected from green stained glass. Zaun thrives and its people vibrant and its culture rich. Deeply polluted and impoverished, most of it's people are blue collar workers. Drugs, crime and misery runs rampant. Immoral mad scientists come here to experiment. The people of Zaun resent Piltover deeply. They have developed their own form of technology called chemtech, which uses dangerous chemicals. It's way more unstable and risky than Hextech, but potentially more powerful. Promenade Level is where entertainment and commercial zone. This is where the wealthy of Zaun gather to shop, dine, and trade goods and supplies from below and where Pilties go for good, cheap times. Entresol Level of Zaun situated just below the Promenade. Deep in Zaun, brokers, dealers, traffickers and entertainers mingle in cliff-dug trading posts and workshops. A flourishing hub of cosmopolitan commercial arcades, supper-clubs, recital halls, joy houses. Sump Level is Zaun's deepest levels, past the reaches of the Gray-filtered light, the environment turns grim, increasingly disorderly, and poorly lit. Most of the working class live here or just above it. While known to be notoriously self-centered people, the denizens of Zaun collectively take great pride in themselves.

34. #34Stillwater Hold

    Keys: Stillwater prison, SHQ, Stillwater Prison, Stillwater hold, Stillwater Hold

    Stillwater Hold is a prison complex on an island off the southern coast of Piltover and Zaun. Stillwater holds several criminals captured in Piltover and Zaun. The fort goes up to at least 40 floors, and has cells for solitary confinement. The prisoners are also given tasks, such as cleaning the roof, around the prison and have time allotted for mandatory exercise.

35. #35Shimmer

    Keys: shimmer, Shimmer

    Shimmer is a potent and corrosive techmaturgical, serum-like substance with a wide range of uses. It is popular amongst Zaun's rebellious youth and was distributed as a street drug during Silco's reign over the undercity. Much like the flowers it was created from, shimmer is a bright purple liquid that radiates a soft, purple glow. It is addictive and flammable, producing bright pink flames as it burns. Although most users tend to either drink the drug directly or inject it into the bodies using syringes, it can also be inhaled in gas form. In small quantities, shimmer can accelerate the healing process and enhance the user's physical constitution. In larger amounts, it can grant superhuman levels of strength, speed, and durability. A full dose can cause the user to temporarily grow dramatically in size; but it's extremely painful. Those who use shimmer in this manner seem to display a sharp loss in cognitive abilities and increased aggression. Frequent use of Shimmer can cause progressive degeneration of the skin and muscle tissue. Overuse can lead to permanent physical deformities.

36. #36Hextech

    Keys: hextech, hextech gem, hextech gemstones, Hextech

    Hextech is a magical technology that fuses elemental and spirit magic to create exquisite artifacts that can be wielded by anyone. It harnesses the magical power contained within rare hex crystals to function properly. Hextech's power is limited only by the imagination of their users and is capable of amazing feats. Hextech devices have runes inscribed on them; when the runes are coupled with the power of the hextech gemstones, it gives the device its magical properties. The process of crafting hextech is a closely guarded secret, and no two artificers work to the same methodology.

37. #37Wardens

    Keys: enforcer, Enforcer, Warden, enforcers, piltover police, Piltover Police, Wardens, Piltover police, Enforcers, wardens, warden

    The Wardens, or the Enforcers, are the law enforcement organization in Piltover, funded by trade taxes and 'generous' contributions from the mercantile clans. The Department presumably has a number of departments and ranks under it. Their duties range from investigating and arresting criminals, patrolling Zaun and Piltover's streets, as well as the Academy and Council building, watching over events in the city and their high-ranking officials, serving as prisonguards of Stillwater Hold, guarding the ports and inspecting shipments, enforcing orders and laws as imposed by Councilors, among many others. Enforcers have blue armor with golden trims, helmets that can full-face gasmask attached and are usually armed with batons and rifles.

38. #38Bilgewater

    Keys: bilgewater, Bilgewater

    Bilgewater is chaotic port city east of Piltover and Zaun, across the sea. Bilgewater is filled with pirates, sea monsters, traders, dock-gangs, indigenous peoples, and traders from across the known world. It’s a haven for those who seek freedom and fortune on the high seas. Almost anything can be purchased here, from outlawed hextech to the favor of local crime lords. It's a melting pot of cultures, races, and creeds, alive with activity at all hours. There is no better place to seek fame and fortune, though death lurks in every alleyway, and the law is almost non-existent. The surrounding ocean is populated by terrifying sea monsters that are hunted for a living. It's ruled by Pirate Captains and the strongest of them all is Miss Fortune, the Queen of Bilgewater. Cutpurse Square is a thriving marketplace surrounded by swaying dwellings built in a wide square on one of the floating wharf-shanties. Bilgewater Bay is the main entrance to the largest settlement of Bilgewater, Rat Town. Butcher's Bridge, which is located upstream and above the Slaughter Docks. Fleet Street has various pubs and taverns and boasts the island's finest rum. In Bilgewater one can come across many astounding creatures brought from the dark and mysterious Guardian's Sea, such as dragon-sharks, sea serpents, giant squid, four-eyed hammerhead sharks, and kraken. There are also more mundane creatures such as octopi, hammerhead sharks, devilfish, clams, and ordinary fish.

39. #39Bilgewater Bay

    Keys: Bilgewater Bay, bilgewater bay, Bilgewater bay

    Bilgewater Bay is an island location, the main coastal settlement of Bilgewater and the largest settlement on the Serpent Isles. A natural harbor in the Blue Flame Isles. Its many haphazard settlements make up the greater city of Bilgewater, a renowned haven for criminal activity in the region. Surrounded by treacherous straits and towering cliffs, Bilgewater Bay is as dangerous as those who call it home. Situated in the lowest parts of Bilgewater Bay, these locations are the primary location of Bilgewater's black market. Bilgewater's lowliest inhavitants dwell in a labyrinth of meandering canals and hidden inlets. Bilgewater Bay is the main entrance to the largest settlement of Bilgewater, Rat Town. Butcher's Bridge, which is located upstream and above the Slaughter Docks, acts as a gate to the inner parts of the city as well as the bridge to the Temple of the Mother Serpent. Because of the cities' mixed cultural heritage, the area boasts a wide variety of architectural designs, from inverted Freljordian logships against the carved cliff-faces to the structures and carvings of the indigenous population. Fleet Street has various pubs and taverns and boasts the island's finest rum.

40. #40Serpent Isles

    Keys: serpent Isles, blue flame isles, Blue flame isles, Blue flame Isles, Blue Flame Isles, serpent isles, Blue Flame isles, Serpent isles, Serpent Isles

    Serpent Isles, or Blue Flame Isles, is an island archipelago off the southeastern coast of the Valoran mainland. Notably, it contains Bilgewater. The culture of Serpent Isles is deeply tied to Bilgewater. Bilgewater, over the years, has become an important stop for trade ships traveling near the Serpent Isles. While much of Valoran knows the archipelago as the Blue Flame Isles, to the indigenous people of Buhru they have only ever been the Serpent Isles. Buhru's ancient culture is highly respected, reflected, and sometimes imitated in the daily life of Bilgewater, including traditional medicine, and monster hunting techniques. Buhru is part of the larger Serpent Isles.

41. #41Buhru

    Keys: Buhru, buhru

    Buhru is an island and coastal settlement which is part of the larger Serpent Isles. Here battle isn't considered a test of strength, but of will. These Isles are the location from which the religion of Nagakabouros and its priestess, Illaoi, originate from.

42. #42Shuriman Continent

    Keys: shuriman continent, shurima, Shurima, Shuriman continent, Shuriman Continent

    Shuriman Continent is the southern continent of Runeterra. Desertic land east of Mount Targon, similar to the Egyptian empire in aesthetics and themes. Deeply magical, with their own demigods called the Ascended. The most predominant nation on this continent is Shurima from which it gained its name. This continent is now connected to Valoran through a small artificial land bridge where modern day Piltover and Zaun are located. Some of the nations and city-states here are the Hidden city of the Ixtali, the Fallen desert empire Shurima and Sprawling western mountains of Targon.

43. #43Shurima

    Keys: empire of Shurima, shuriman empire, empire of shurima, Shuriman Empire, Shuriman empire

    The empire of Shurima is a vast desert empire with a rich history of ancient gods and Ascended warriors. Recently reborn, it seeks to reclaim its former glory with the rise of Azir. Over millennia, tales of Shurima's glorious city became myth and religion among the descendants of the scattered survivors. Most of the nomadic nomadic inhabitants of Shurima search for basic sustenance in an unforgiving land. Some defend small outposts built around a few oases. Others hunt buried riches among the ruins of the fallen empire, or obtain mercenary mercenary work, taking coin for their deeds before disappearing back into the sands. Now, the tribes are stirred by whispers from the heart of the desert: the city of Shurima has risen risen again. Shurima is described as a place that had a thriving culture, not only a strong military and a powerful emperor. It had a sense of personal identity with art, music, literature, trade, magical technology and more. The people of Shurima have been emperors and warriors, slaves and scholars, enduring beneath the glare of the deser sun. Through their knowledge of the sands, their strong family bonds, and sheer determination that history will not forget them, they have survived wars that spanned many centuries.

44. #44Sun Disc

    Keys: Sun Disc, Capital of shurima, Shuriman capital, Shuriman Capital, sun disc, capital of shurima, city of Shurima, shuriman capital, Sun disc, Capital of Shurima, city of shurima

    The Sun Disc is a megastructure built in the center of the Shuriman Continent and functions as the ancient and modern capital of Shurima. Built with the aid of Mount Targon and Ixtal, the Sun Disc is the primary mechanism for the creation of the God-Warriors. Damaged during Xerath's ascension, it has recently been repaired with the resurrection and ascension of Azir. For eons, the sun worshippers of Shurima owed their society's prosperity to the incredible power of the sun. Thanks to the prodigious disk that hovered above the capital city, ancient Shurimans could wield raw celestial magic to make their land more bountiful. The Sun Disc was the center of all Shuriman culture; it permeated every aspect, from religion to icons to dress and so on. Because of its immense importance as the center of trade and culture of the empire, many cultural, educational centers and markets bringing goods from all over the Empire sprung up. It also housed special burial grounds for the most influential of its citizens, such as The Tomb of the Emperors. The city is divided by ringed districts and city levels. The city's wealthiest citizens lived in the top rings of the city, while middle and lower classes (with slaves) lived mostly in settlements built on the rocky cliff sides of the outer and lower rings. The Palace of Ten Thousand Pillars, Scholar's Palace, Temple of the Sun and Oasis of the Dawn are located at the center of the city. The most important road in the city was the Emperor's Way. The city was built around the ancient Sun Disc that floats above The Circle of Ascension and the city itself. The city also had the most advanced irrigation system of its time, seemingly unsurpassed until recently. Floating gardens decorated with palms and other flora protected its many terraces from the burning sun.

45. #45Ixtal

    Keys: ixtal, Ixtal

    Ixtal is renowned for its mastery of elemental magic, located in the Tropical jungles south of Zaun and in the east parts of Shurima. Ixtal's capital is Ixaocan and their religion is Axiomata. It's government is Magical Autocracy, with ruled by Yun Tal Caste System and Vastayan Councils. The Mage Autocracy functions on a caste system where every person has a set role in society. An individual can rarely change their caste and are often within a caste for their entire life. The mages of Ixtal distanced themselves from their neighbors. Secluded deep in the jungle for thousands of years, the sophisticated arcology-city of Ixaocan remains mostly free of outside influence. Having witnessed from afar the ruination of the Blessed Isles and the Rune Wars that followed, the Ixtali view all the other factions of Runeterra as upstarts and pretenders, and use their powerful magic to keep any intruders at bay. Many Vastaya live here, and powerful elemental mages. The jungles of Ixtal are dotted with multiple outlying villages and settlements, separate from the arcologies of Ixaocan. The most trusted Yun Tal may be designated as the prefects of these villages. They would resolve local disputes, test potential aspirants, and generally ensure that the Ixtali people have as little interaction with outsiders as possible. The Yun Tal closed the Ixtali border by drawing the wilderness around them to act as a barrier, isolating Ixaocan and its surrounding jungles from the rest of Runeterra. The barrier erected by the Yun Tal, manifests several potent effects like Elemental magic manipulates the weather, conjuring sudden storms that persist for days, drenching intruders and making navigation treacherous. The dense mist obscures visibility, leading travelers astray, while the landscape itself shifts and rearranges, impeding progress and trapping those who venture within.

46. #46Ixaocan

    Keys: ixaocan, Cardinal arcology, cardinal arcology, Cardinal Arcology, Ixaocan

    Ixaocan is a system of arcologies that stretches across the jungles of Ixtal. The Cardinal Arcology, sometimes also named after the system it anchors, stands as its heart. The arcologies are connected by intersecting lines of power, and each represents a specific form or discipline of elemental magic. The largest are home to tens of thousands of Ixtali practitioners. However, they are neither wholly habitats nor colleges of magic, but something in between. The Cardinal Arcology is the center piece of the system and houses the seat of the Yun Tal. The gargantuan structure was sculpted by Skarner as a gift to the Ixtali people for their devotion. It has stood since before the ancient Shurimans raised their first Sun Disc in Nerimazeth. Within the cardinal arcology of Ixaocan is a grand chamber, deliberately positioned at the very center of Ixtal. Above this chamber hangs the Vidalion, an ancient artifact that can weave magic into material form. Beneath Ixaocan lies a secret chamber home to Skarner, a founding member of the Yun Tal, and protector of Ixtal. Here he lies, attuned to the earth's vibrations, vigilant for any threats to Ixtal. Only the Yun Tal are aware of Skarner's presence beneath the city.

47. #47Magma Arcology

    Keys: Magma Arcology, Magma arcology, magma arcology

    High in the mountains of Ixtal, the mages of this relatively small arcology combine their understandings of fire, rock, and magnetism to draw precious metals from the earth, crafting them into exquisite shapes with the merest gesture.

48. #48Water Arcology

    Keys: Water arcology, water arcology, Water Arcology

    Located next to one of the many river confluences of the Serpentine River of Ixtal, the mages of this arcology combine their understandings of water, ice, and steam to reshape the land around them.

49. #49Yun Tal

    Keys: yun tal, Yun Tal, Yun tal

    The Yun Tal are the self-ruling Ixaocan caste of Ixtal, and sort of the Nobility. For countless generations, Ixtal's secrets have been preserved by their most gifted and wise elementalists. There are no formal criteria for admission to the Yun Tal, though aspirants can expect to be tested to the very limit of their abilities, and any approval must be unanimous among those present. Each Yun Tal caste member wears special elemental clothing woven from the Vidalion to enhance and showcase their elemental prowess. The current occupants of the high seat of the Yun Tal were blessed with ten daughters, respectfully referred to by many as “the Yunalai”. Having the benefit of generations of inherited mastery, all of them were ready to face the Vidalion at prodigiously young ages. One of its members, Qiyana, desires to break her position within the caste hierarchy and one day rule as Empress. Its caste members can also hold the position of a prefect.

50. #50Shadow Islands

    Keys: blessed isles, Blessed Isles, Shadow Isles, Blessed isles, Blighted lands, blessed Isles, Shadow isles, shadow isles, shadow Isles, Blighted Lands, blighted lands

    The land now known as the Shadow Isles was once a beautiful realm and it's capital was once Helia, but it was shattered by a magical cataclysm called the Ruination. It's populated by ghosts, undead, zombies and monsters. Viego, now called the Ruined King, tried to prevent his wife, Isolde, from dying, using the blessed waters of the land. It caused a magical explosion and creation of the Black Mist, which kills everyone it touches and transforms it into a ghost, ghoul or other type of undead creature. This Black Mist permanently shrouds the isles and the land itself is tainted, corrupted by malevolent sorcery. Living beings that stand upon the Shadow Isles slowly have their life-force leeched from them, which draws the insatiable, predatory spirits of the dead and also Wraiths. Those who die within the Black Mist are condemned to haunt the Shadow Isles for eternity. Souls claimed by the Black Mist are known to some as the Fallen. While usually corporeal, they can be harmed with the right tool, such as magic, silver, or even sunlight. The power of the Shadow Isles is waxing stronger with every passing year, allowing the shades of undeath to extend their range and reap souls all across Runeterra. The Black Mist was once the White Mist, merely a natural magical enchantment protecting the Isles of anyone trying to trespass on them. An area called the Undead Wilds is a forest twisted and rotted into grotesque imitation. The Twisted Treeline is located somewhere in the Shadow Isles. It's a forested area houses Arachnids and spirit altars and lair of the Vilemaw.

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