Backstories Archives - The World of Rylie Glen

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October 12, 2022 East Mainland Mike Arroyo

Liez

The largest city of Middle Earth North lies south of Rylie Glen. The city surrounds the large deep-water inlet as its main port of entry. Ships carrying food, fish or livestock use the West Blue Docks. Ships carrying other supplies and metals unload their cargo on the East Red Docks. The Evermore ships control the […]

October 12, 2022 Mike Arroyo

Neardore

While the smallest city on Rylie Glen, Neardore hugs the border with Casselberry, and align with them. They collect more tariffs when people travel to Midland and submits the collected tariffs to Casselberry. In return, Casselberry provides protection, skilled laborers and some food. The last of the Neardore ruling family died under suspicious circumstances. A […]

October 10, 2022 Mike Arroyo

Midland

As the name suggests, Midland not only described the location of this city on Rylie Glen but their political stance, as well. Taoma Delay, leader of the ruling family, desires to remain neutral but difficult to do in the current environment. Located north of Bon Abbi, Midland shares the rich farmlands and extensive wildlife. Bears […]

October 10, 2022 Mike Arroyo

Northport

The farthest city on Rylie Island is Northport. There is a single road leading to the remote territory from Bon Abbi. It straddles the northern Midland border, where summers are cool and winters cold. The primary occupants in Northport are Chroniclers, a select group of people who preserve written history. Boys and girls, who at […]

October 9, 2022 Mike Arroyo

Bon Abbi

Bon Abbi, a safe haven city, is at the center of the story. Established for those fleeing persecution, unable to shelter from oppressive nobles, the city is located in the middle of Rylie Glen. Mountain ranges along the east and west borders create natural protection from other cities on Rylie Glen. Unlike other territories on […]

October 8, 2022 Mike Arroyo

Avala

The only known gathering place in Alder Woods is Avala, forged by those known as the ‘lost tribe.’ Common stories shared among the young speak of an unforgiving ancient forest, deadly plants, and ‘dogs of Orrimorn.’ These are the wolves of the lowlands on the southwestern corner of Rylie Glen that hunt in the Alder […]

October 26, 2021 People Mike Arroyo

How Luka Dey Changed History

Casselberry was the first city established on Rylie Glen. Lord Lydal Henry Rylie convinced the Casselberry family to travel with him to the island. After some discussion, they decided to settle down in Rylie Glen. The family established a farm, and the city began as an agricultural village. Their success brought other families to the […]

October 12, 2021 West Mainland Mike Arroyo

Los Terra

Millennia ago, large portions of Middle Earth separated as islands. Referred to as the ‘great divide’, Middle Earth is to experience several more divisions. The group of islands to the north of Middle Earth are now referred to as ‘Middle Earth North’. The two larger islands are the East and West Mainlands. Between the Mainlands […]

March 12, 2019 East Mainland Mike Arroyo

Buberra

To the northeast of Liez is Buberra. There are three sister cities, North and South and West, that border the largest body of fresh water named “Morna.” Unlike other cities, Buberra has no external sea ports and relies on Liez to ship their goods. Yet, with many ports into Morna’s fresh water, Buberra harvests fresh […]

March 12, 2019 East Mainland Mike Arroyo

Karune

The city of Karune remains a mystery to this day. South Buberrans are the only people ever to venture into their territory, In fact, Karune allowed South Buberra to extend their city walls beyond the natural border and into their territory. Karunians appear as any ‘manling’ but something is quite different. They draw the worst […]

March 12, 2019 Mike Arroyo

Casselberry

Southport was never intended to be a city, let alone the first. This honor was for Casselberry. As the largest city on Rylie Glen, Casselberry feels like Leiz in its grandeur style. The noble traditions are alive and enforced. The Casselberry family joined Lord Lydal Henry Rylie on his second trip to Rylie Glen. With […]

March 9, 2019 West Mainland Mike Arroyo

Newgil

This city was originally called New Gillam after it’s founding family. The mountain range separating them from Weshaven is the source for the Millree river that flows through the heart of the city. With the assistance of Rueland, the people harnessed the power of the river and established their aquaculture fish farms. Their success in […]

March 8, 2019 West Mainland Mike Arroyo

Weshaven

One of the largest cities on West Mainland, Weshaven wraps around a warm-water harbor. There are two roads connecting Weshaven to Mercil in the North and Rueland to the southeast. Otherwise, the vast mountain range separate Weshaven from the other territories. Not much is known about Weshaven. Only those invited are escorted to the city. […]

March 7, 2019 Mike Arroyo

Southport

The first city on the island of Rylie Glen is Southport, the center of trade and commerce. Its deep-water port, warehouses, and storefronts draw merchants from the mainlands, as well as the cities on the island. Southport was initially founded by Casselberry, who still controls the merchants who come to the island. Most of the […]

March 7, 2019 People Mike Arroyo

Why Sammil Leaves Northport

March 4, 2019 People Mike Arroyo

The Lost Tribe of Alder Woods

February 26, 2019 People Mike Arroyo

Becoming Josah Evermore

Michael John Mayweather watched his brother brutally murdered, only to be captured and sold as an indentured servant by the very same people. His new life began on the Molly Red, a tall ship owned and operated by Captain Munro Evermore. After eight years of living with another family, he learns that his father passed […]

February 25, 2019 People Mike Arroyo