The World of Pelepia
Pelepia is a planet located in the --- galaxy in an alternate universe. Its 3 times the size of Earth with 2 moons. Its society prides itself as being the most diverse planet in the universe to harbor over 1500 intelligent species living together as well as millions of other organisms. These species have either grown and evolved on Pelepia for billions of years or have derived from other planets who have adapted to the new planetary environment (ie: humans) Because of this, competition for dominance have arisen and many wars and conflicts have broke out between species. However many "Eras of Peace" have broke the chain of violence, usually lasting about 500-1000 years. This is usually due to an upscale planetary war that binds everyone together. Many "equal species" acts and policies have been enacted to keep peace among the planet.
The planet of Pelepia has a special property that gives its residents the power to evolve rapidly, as well as the ability to gain elemental powers. Some have evolved so far that they have transcended from becoming mere mortals and are now something of a higher power. (like Spirits or Archangels)
Pelepia has experienced an apocalypse known as the First Apocalpse. During this event, the planet was broken apart and almost destroyed, but was put back together by superpowerful entities called Gods who helped rebuild its society. The remants of the aftermath that couldn't be restored made up the Underworld, which is one of Pelepia's biggest threats currently. After the Reconstruction, time was restarted. So for example, if you see something that says "year 13781" or something like that, it means its been 13781 years since the Reconstruction was finished.
The Human Era starts around year 304 B.A. (Before the First Apocalpse), when humans from Earth (which now ceases to exist) first settled on Pelepia. Since then, they have evolved exponentially quick and adapted well to their new environment, including the ability to gain powers and kept up with the other intelligent creatures that live on Pelepia, evolution wise. Unfortunately, this doesn't sit well with some species.
The planet of Pelepia has a special property that gives its residents the power to evolve rapidly, as well as the ability to gain elemental powers. Some have evolved so far that they have transcended from becoming mere mortals and are now something of a higher power. (like Spirits or Archangels)
Pelepia has experienced an apocalypse known as the First Apocalpse. During this event, the planet was broken apart and almost destroyed, but was put back together by superpowerful entities called Gods who helped rebuild its society. The remants of the aftermath that couldn't be restored made up the Underworld, which is one of Pelepia's biggest threats currently. After the Reconstruction, time was restarted. So for example, if you see something that says "year 13781" or something like that, it means its been 13781 years since the Reconstruction was finished.
The Human Era starts around year 304 B.A. (Before the First Apocalpse), when humans from Earth (which now ceases to exist) first settled on Pelepia. Since then, they have evolved exponentially quick and adapted well to their new environment, including the ability to gain powers and kept up with the other intelligent creatures that live on Pelepia, evolution wise. Unfortunately, this doesn't sit well with some species.
World and continents
Pelepia's nations are divided up by large landmasses (also known as continents) instead of countries. There are separate countries in each continent but their residents usually identify themselves under one continental nation. There are 8 total continents on Pelepia including underwater societies as well. They include:
Pelepia's entire intelligent population consist of approximately 19 billion individuals.
- Shalabahala - The most populated continent and most technologically advanced. It considers itself to be the most superior nation.
- Kuzmimi Island - The smallest continent with the highest human population. It is highly influenced by familiar Earth culture and tends to have a good moral standing among many nations.
- North Antinacia - The largest but least populated continent and is considered to have the worst living conditions. It has a border that separates the Empire of Penguia and the Vi'Awki Desert which harbors dangerous monsters.
- Asumara - The second most populated continent with the highest dragon population. It is known for the magical presence that it has on its residents and its richness of spiritual culture.
- Urens - A dense jungle-y continent. Its known for its resident's unique lifestyles and architecture but is also home to the founder of the Anti-Humanist movement.
- Zathurek - The most polluted continent and rival of Shalabahala military wise. It is ruled by a dictator that drafts soldiers against their will and forces all Zathurekian residents to do jobs related to expanding its military.
- Vulkania - The poorest continent with the highest tribal population. It is also the only continent with 0 human residents.
- South Antinacia - A purely icy continent located far south on the planet. It tends to have a neutral standing among foreign affairs.
Pelepia's entire intelligent population consist of approximately 19 billion individuals.
Religion
There are only 3 religious denominations in Pelepia. They are Polytheism, Monotheism and Atheism.
Polytheism is the belief that The Creator created multiple Gods to create the universe. Monotheism is the belief that everything was created by The Creator and only created the gods to keep order after everything was created, and Atheism is the belief that no superpowerful entities exist and the universe was just made as it is. More liberal nations like Asumara tend to be more polytheistic as more conservative nations like Zathurek tend to be more atheistic. So far, no religion has been proven to be truly correct. Are the "Gods" truly gods? Or just extremely high evolved entities? Does The Creator even exist? We may never know~ The main goal of Pelepia's society is to one day find out this secret. Despite these differences in beliefs, wars over religion are extremely rare.
Polytheism is the belief that The Creator created multiple Gods to create the universe. Monotheism is the belief that everything was created by The Creator and only created the gods to keep order after everything was created, and Atheism is the belief that no superpowerful entities exist and the universe was just made as it is. More liberal nations like Asumara tend to be more polytheistic as more conservative nations like Zathurek tend to be more atheistic. So far, no religion has been proven to be truly correct. Are the "Gods" truly gods? Or just extremely high evolved entities? Does The Creator even exist? We may never know~ The main goal of Pelepia's society is to one day find out this secret. Despite these differences in beliefs, wars over religion are extremely rare.
Pelepia has a different time and season cycle than Earth does. Click on the link above to learn more about the Pelepian Calendar!
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85% of Pelepia's population are people affiliated with elements or attributes to categorize their special abilities. Click on the link above to learn more about the elements!
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Culture
Every continent has their own different set of cultures and customs, but here are some that are practiced worldwide.
Schooling and Education
For most Pelepian children living in a civilized setting, they are expected to go to an educational institution when they reach the age where they can read, solve basic math problems and speak in complete sentences. Here they will learn general common knowledge of how the world works and things that the average Pelepian should know. To graduate, the students will need to pass a general knowledge test, or else they will be retained. The student can take this test whenever they feel like they're ready. After they graduate from this school, they will usually get an idea of what their calling in life is (although some are late bloomers), and they will go to a school that specializes in the skill they wish to pursue.
For most Pelepian children living in a civilized setting, they are expected to go to an educational institution when they reach the age where they can read, solve basic math problems and speak in complete sentences. Here they will learn general common knowledge of how the world works and things that the average Pelepian should know. To graduate, the students will need to pass a general knowledge test, or else they will be retained. The student can take this test whenever they feel like they're ready. After they graduate from this school, they will usually get an idea of what their calling in life is (although some are late bloomers), and they will go to a school that specializes in the skill they wish to pursue.
Marriage
Different continents have different traditions for weddings and other marriage matters, but worldwide almost all types of marriages are accepted except for child, and some interspecies marriage (outside of the species family) in certain continents. Mortal/Demon relationships are also extremely taboo and illegal in Pelepia.
Different continents have different traditions for weddings and other marriage matters, but worldwide almost all types of marriages are accepted except for child, and some interspecies marriage (outside of the species family) in certain continents. Mortal/Demon relationships are also extremely taboo and illegal in Pelepia.