Parvat – The Land of Celestial Harmony

“In Parvat, knowledge is the path to divinity, the soul is an ember of the cosmos, and the world is a dream woven by the gods.”

A land of sacred temples, great scholars, and celestial wonders, Parvat is a realm where mysticism, philosophy, and divine order shape every aspect of life. Towering mountains pierce the heavens, rivers of liquid starlight flow through the valleys, and ancient beings guide mortals toward enlightenment—or ruin.

Parvat is a land both deeply spiritual and deeply divided, where faith, caste, and prophecy rule as much as kings and scholars.

Geography & Notable Locations

The Lotus Cities (Sacred Capitals)

Parvat is not ruled by a single king but is home to five great city-temples, each devoted to a different path to wisdom and divinity.
Each Lotus City is governed by philosopher-kings, enlightened sages, and celestial advisors.

• Amritva (City of Rebirth) – A city where life and death intertwine, where souls are guided toward their next incarnation.
• Suravira (City of Heroes) – A stronghold of warrior-monks and celestial guardians, who train to defend the world from cosmic threats.
• Jyotindra (City of Eternal Knowledge) – A bastion of philosophers, mages, and scholars, where the Library of All Truths is kept.
• Padmaveda (City of Healing) – A sanctuary of alchemy, healing magic, and spiritual balance, home to the greatest healers and herbalists.
• Mahākal (City of Time) – A mystic city where the laws of time are studied, and where prophets gaze into the past, present, and future.

The Himalisvara Peaks (The Celestial Mountains)

A mountain range so vast that its peaks scrape the heavens. Legends say the gods themselves reside here, and those who reach the summit gain enlightenment—or are never seen again.

• The Pillars of Infinity – Floating monoliths said to be inscribed with the secrets of the cosmos.
• The Stairway of Dawn – A never-ending staircase where each step ages you by a year.

The River of Ten Thousand Stars

A divine river that glows with cosmic energy, believed to carry the prayers of mortals to the heavens.

• The Shimmering Falls, where those who bathe in the waters are said to be purified of all past lives’ sins.
• The Spirit Boats, which carry the departed across the river to their next incarnation.

The Skyborne Sanctuaries

Floating temples, monasteries, and palaces, where sages and celestial beings reside. These floating islands drift through the sky, their movements said to be guided by divine will.

The Divine Order & Caste System

Unlike other regions, Parvat is deeply structured, following the Varna Path, a caste-based system that dictates one’s role in life.

The Four Paths of Existence

Each soul follows a path dictated by past karma, but in Parvat, a person can break free from their fate through enlightenment, devotion, or heroic deeds.

1. The Path of Knowledge (Brahmins) – Philosophers, scholars, and mystics who seek enlightenment and divine truth.
2. The Path of Strength (Kshatriyas) – Warriors, generals, and rulers who uphold cosmic balance through war and justice.
3. The Path of Industry (Vaishyas) – Artisans, merchants, and inventors who create wonders and drive civilization forward.
4. The Path of Service (Shudras) – Farmers, laborers, and caretakers who sustain the land and its people.

However, a fifth path exists—the Aghoris, the Untouched, who walk the liminal spaces between life and death, feared by many but revered by the wise.

Factions & Power Struggles

The Celestial Court

A divine conclave of gods, ascended mortals, and celestial beings, ruling from the highest peak of Parvat.

• They do not govern directly, but guide the world through omens, dreams, and divine emissaries.
• Some believe the Celestial Court is fractured, with some gods wishing to control mortals while others wish to free them from destiny.

The Asura Rebellion

Not all accept the gods’ rule. Some seek to shatter the divine order and forge a new destiny.

• The Asura Rebellion, led by a rogue demigod, claims the gods are false and oppressive.
• They fight to destroy the caste system and free mortals from divine control.
• Some see them as heretics, others as prophets of a new age.

The Yogis of the Eternal Breath

A secretive order of immortal monks, who have unlocked the secrets of the universe through meditation and ritual.

• They transcend time, existing in multiple moments at once.
• It is said they guard the knowledge of ascension, but at a terrible cost.

Ancient Relics & Divine Artifacts

Parvat is home to legendary artifacts, each imbued with divine power.

• The Astral Conch – When blown, it can call forth celestial warriors or banish spirits.
• The Chakram of Aeons – A spinning blade that cuts through time itself.
• The Everliving Lotus – Grants perfect enlightenment, but causes the mortal body to dissolve into pure energy.
• The Veil of Samsara – Allows the wearer to see all their past lives, and even live as one of them for a day.

Many seek these relics, but they are said to be guarded by divine trials and ancient protectors.

Superstitions & Beliefs

Parvat is a land governed by spiritual truths, and its people are deeply superstitious.

• “A true sage never speaks in haste.” Words shape destiny.
• “A broken mirror is a fractured soul.” Those who shatter mirrors are said to be cursed across lifetimes.
• “The gods walk among us in disguise.” Always be kind to strangers—they may not be who they seem.
• “Dreams are the whispers of fate.” Ignoring them invites disaster.

Themes of Parvat

1. Karma & Destiny – Can one truly escape their fate, or is destiny set in stone?
2. The Divine vs. The Mortal – Do the gods rule wisely, or are they merely playing a cosmic game?
3. Enlightenment vs. Rebellion – Is wisdom submission to the divine, or the breaking of all chains?
4. Time & Reincarnation – Past lives shape the present, and the past is never truly gone.