also see adventuring in the Four Brothers Era
The Four Brothers era is a period of history in Nora, part of the Age of Kings. It refers to the time from the foundation of Erwynn, around 600 PI, to the rise of the Dark Empire in 150 PI.
The four brothers were the kingdoms of Brehr, Coranthe, Erwynn and Ibben. The term Four Brothers was famously coined by Lord Stratford in his play "A Dance to No Music".
The early part of this period was marked by chaotic warfare, slowly growing more stable as the rival states settled. The later part of the era suddenly burst into war again as Coranthe was overrun by Erwynn to become Ilefain, the King of Brehr was assassinated and Ibben collapsed internally.
This historical period has been greatly romanticized in Fainish culture. It has been popularized through operas, stories and plays. Regardless of the popularity of the era, it remains one of the bloodiest periods of Noran history.
History
The Years without Light
Rise of the Four Brothers
Tiefling Invasions
Yellow Sash Rebellion
Eight Banners Army
Noble Houses
- house-sollyn of the Kingdom of Brehr
- house-therosin of the Kingdom of Coranthe
- House d'Garron of the Kingdom of Erwynn
- House d'Avespeare of the Kingdom of Ibben
The Church of Light
The Church rose at this time, but did not become a major political power until the Age of Knowledge.
