Ⓣhe Ⓢetting and Ⓘmportant Ⓘnformation:
Welcome to the Northern Continent!- To many of you, this is already home. While not always peaceful, the numerous countries strive for peace above all else. Magic is as common as swordplay here, and most people don't bat an eyelash at the sight of a fireball. (Although they might be annoyed if that fireball is aimed at them.) Ever since the Mazoku Barrier fell, the royal family of Saillune began a cultural exchange program with the rest of the world. It has only been mildly successful, though, as differences in power make it hard to trust.
Others, however, come from outside, from lands south of the Northern Continent. In their homelands, magic is a rare gift. Those who have the talent are considered holy or demonic, especially if they master more than one spell. Monstrous races are far more abundant than on the Northern Continent, and fear has pushed more than a few human settlements to obliterate entire tribes of non-humans. Of course, the opposite is also true.
To some, though, the Northern Continent is a place only talked about in legend. Through old trade routes, people hear of a land sealed by the dark lord's minions, where magic flourishes like wheat in a field. Those who are brave enough set out to find this mystic land that lies over the ocean or on the other side of the world.
This is a thread to familiarize you with some of the basic concepts of The Slayers. For fans, this is probably old news, but to those who are unfamiliar with the series, this is a good place to get started. Post in this thread to say hello (and prove that you actually read this post).