The Planes of Power
The home realms of the gods, reached through the Plane of Knowledge and the Planes of Power.
Overview
Drawn from The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 1 - 3/06/08 — official article.EQ1Primary · official · best available source
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 1
As the season of The Fabled approaches, brave adventurers prepare themselves for what awaits. Soon they will encounter the Fabled from the past and will be introduced to the Fabled Planes of Power. But what makes these encounters Fabled?
Throughout the course of the Fabled period, adventurers will be able to immerse themselves into a series of lore articles surrounding the Planes of Power and their inhabitants that have been deemed fabled.
Overview of the Planes of Power
- Planar Inhabitants-
The beings to inhabit the manifested astral realms are the creations and servants of the divine consciousness who governs the plane. They are oftentimes ferocious and serve only one purpose – to guard their realm from any would-be intruders or heroes seeking the demise of their divine master.
A wide variety of planar beings can be found within these realms of infinity; however, they are not limited as one might be unwittingly ignorant in comparing their existence to that of the creatures upon the prime. As the planes manifest to the whim of the consciousness that controls them, these immortal, astral servants are likewise infinite in their purpose and appearance. They change at the whim of their creator, and thus it is impossible to document any one species as absolute.
Overview
Drawn from Council of the Gods — in-game book.EQ2Primary · mirrored · best available source
Council of the Gods PAGE 2 BLANK There is only one solution: Destroy them all."
Rallos Zek's burning eyes moved disdainfully from one god to the next, hoping his harsh edict had convinced more of them to take his side. It had been countless ages since virtually all the gods had gathered together like this, and he did not intend to miss the opportunity to expand his influence. "I maintain that this would be an overreaction," Tunare said, shaking her head. "The mortals need our guidance, not our wrath. We should inspire them and strengthen the spirituality within them, not snuff it out."
You mean your precious elves?" Rallos countered. "Did they need your guidance as their greed soiled your plane, murdering your servants in their lust for power and wealth? Attacking the very manifestation of your being as if you were a boar for the slaughter?" She scowled and shook her head. "That is your influence at work, Rallos. It was only when they breached the Planes of Power that you lost the delight you had taken in their growing viciousness."
We all agree that the mortals have gone too far," Brell interjected, sensing the need to interrupt before the argument dragged on further. "But surely the answer isn't to wipe away all our handiwork. After all, it is only a few races that have committed offenses worthy of such action. Perhaps a selective pruning is in order rather than complete annihilation."
Solusek Ro shook his head. "I must agree with Rallos on this matter. Wipe them out; it is the only way." "The solution is obvious," interjected Cazic-Thule. "If my influence were allowed to grow, the mortals would not be in a position to challenge us. Fear will keep them in check, as it always should have."
Official Lore
22Collected official lore pieces, from in-game and out.
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 7 - 3/20/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 7 The Plane of Nighmares The Plane of Nightmares is ruled over by Terris Thule, the Dream Scorcher. The western region of Terris-Thule's domain is a dense forest with many small clearings. A river dissects the forest above and the barrows below, eventually becoming a water fall that drops into a lake.
Read the full sourceSeeds of Destruction: Unfolding the Lore - Part 1
Seeds of Destruction: Unfolding the Lore - Part 1 Overview and The Void Seeds of Destruction Overview A new rift has opened in the Plane of Time. This rift leads to a bleak prophecy of the end of existence. The world of Norrath lies in ruins. The planet has shattered into millions of shards, spinning in a silent void around the rapidly blackening star of Ro.
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 13 Torden, The Bastion of Thunder The Bastion of Thunder is located in the Plane of Storms, hovering within an immense volcanic mountain that rises above the silver blanket of perpetual storm that coats the land below.
Plane of Time Script
Solusek Ro says, ‘This is absurd, why are we wasting our time and energy on this?! Direct action is needed, now! Banishing Zebuxoruk will not stop the mortals from entering into our planes. Their greed for power will have them soon trampling through our realms!’ Rallos Zek says, ‘On this I agree! We must take action and the time is now.
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 9 - 3/24/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 9 Ruins of Lxanvom, Crypt of Decay The crypt was originally built upon Antonica in an age long past to house the dead kings of a long dead ancient race. That race called it Lxanvom that means in their tongue, 'Kings Rest'.
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 2 - 3/10/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 2 Plane of Knowledge, New Tanaan Located on the Plane of Knowledge, the City State of New Tanaan exists outside of all normal physical and political boundaries, a haven for knowledge and those who seek it.
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The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 12 - 3/28/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 12 The Plane of Valor The Plane of Valor is designed to challenge prospective mortal heroes who wish to gain access to the Halls of Honor. The first structure that adventurers encounter in the Plane of Valor is the Amphitheatre. This great arena-like structure is protected by the Soldiers of Marr.
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 11 - 3/27/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 11 The Plane of Storms The Plane of Storms, governed and manifested by the will and consciousness of Karana, The Rainkeeper, is primarily inhabited by a large humanoid race of Storm Giants that inhabit every area of the plane with the exception of Mount Grenidor.
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 6 - 3/19/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 6 The Plane of Justice The Plane of Justice is a somber, bleak realm consisting primarily of a large prison. Beings of all races are sent here for severe crimes against their society or against the gods. A council of six entities, known as The Tribunal, governs the plane.
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 3 - 3/11/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 3 The Plane of Tranquility Sympathetic to Zebuxoruk's plight, Quellious allowed Zebuxoruk's followers to establish a permanent commune on one of her many island sanctuaries. The followers quickly established a static portal to the Plane of Knowledge, as well as several buildings and merchant areas.
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 4 - 3/17/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 4 The Plane of Disease The Plane of Disease is ruled by Bertoxxulous, the Plaguebringer. The surface is compiled of rotting flesh. Rivers of pus flow through the lands creating a swamp of bile. Within the Plane of Disease is the Crypt of Decay where Bertoxxulous dwells.
Read the full sourceCompilation of Notes
Compilation of Notes Regarding the Phenomena of Saga Skins - compiled from notes by Maelin of Knowledge Vol. 1 Recently I was approached with some odd new information. One of the Planes of Power, the Plane of Rage, has been breached by Norrathians.
The Chronicle of Gromok Hergom
The Chronicle of Gromok Hergom I ink these words for fear that my once proud and mighty Ogres will forget the events I have seen in my long life. I am known at the time of this inking as Elder Gromok but I was once a soldier of little renown and status in the mighty Rallosian Legions under the command of Warlord Murdunk.
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Soon after the creation of the elder gods by the Nameless, while the gods were placing their creations onto Norrath, the elemental gods gathered to make their own creation. Unlike what the other gods created on Norrath, Fennin Ro, Tarew Marr, The Rathe Council, and Xegony gathered for their own creation.
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 10 - 3/25/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 10 Additional Crypt of Decay Lore: Lost Legends Vol. 1: Torch of Lxanvom Throughout worlds, planes, and other dimensions there are many different objects of an immense power. These artifacts are only known of legends and rumors spread throughout the various lands. The Torch of Lxanvom is one of these artifacts.
Read the full sourceChronicles of Gromok
Contributor's note: This is the text from a series of EQ2 house item books entitled Chronicle of Gromok (Volumes I, II, III and IV respectively. In EQ1 these books are also sold by Loreseeker Olgrim in the Plane of Knowledge. I cannot however find any indication this lore was available during the Trilogy era. As such it likely does not apply to p99.)
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 5 - 3/18/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 5 The Plane of Innovation The Plane of Innovation in its current state is an industrialized land of clockworks. Many gnomes rising into a perfect state of mind with machinery have been allowed access here. In the Plane their imaginations feed off the plane itself.
Read the full sourceThe Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 8 - 3/21/08
The Fabled Planes of Power Lore – Part 8 Lair of Terris-Thule In the far eastern corner of the Plane of Nightmares there stands a grand plateau of horror. On the surface of the plateau, stones appear to be arranged in a druid circle.
Read the full sourceWar for Earth: The Passing of an Empire Vol. III
War for Earth: The Passing of an Empire Vol. III Diary of High Lorekeeper Baeldon --The Battle-- When the portal opened and the Rallosian Army marched through, we were not there to see it. It must have been terrible to behold. Rows and columns of giants, ogres, orc and even goblins, armor gleaming and blades raised.
Read the full sourceThe Words of Zebuxoruk
It is my intention to record the events I have witnessed that all mortals may be given an understanding concerning the fabric of reality that we now find ourselves in. Those who were with me in that hour would have no recollection of this most important event transpiring around them.
Read the full sourceHistory of the Hand
History of the Hand A chronicled record of the Hand of Serenity The History of the Hand – A Gift from the Heavens During the Age of Turmoil, Quellious, the Goddess of Tranquility, imparted a portion of the Plane of Tranquility to create the demi-plane of Serenity.
Read the full sourceTextiles of the Planes
Textiles of the Planes The tailors of New Tanaan have over the ages found opportunities to experiment with various materials brought to the city by visitors from the deeper planes. Here is a summary of some of their findings. Swatches may be sewn from the silk of the Arachnids native to the planes of nightmare, air, and fire.
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Community articles
31Fan-written encyclopedia entries — useful overviews, lower authority than the primary sources above.