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The Hell of Lightning contained Levin-charged fragments of the comet that helped forged the clockwork spire in the Heaven. Inside the Pit, the fragments fell onto vandals, slumlords and warmongers.
In the beginning of the Sixth Astral Era, mages who were even remotely proficient in spellcraft faced persecution. The few who used sorcery to protect themselves were subject to greater retribution.
Moogle origin myth tells of a peaceful life in the heavens above. However, there was an incident where a cup of spilled win escalated into full-scale war.
The Sultana's Seven was the name of the group that helped quell the riots during the Calamity within Ul'dah. It consisted of Nanamo Ul Namo, Papashan, Cocobuki and his brothers (This is official art from the 7th Anniversary 😊)
One of Doma's oldest folktales tells of a tengu who tutored its would-be-founder, Ganen Rijin. However, outside of this story, most tengu stories are negative, putting them in the middle of many nefarious plots.
Tengu have a tradition of passing on secrets of their kind orally. It's believed that their unique spellcraft is is the basis for wind, earth and water aspected Geomancy
There are over 12 different types of dragons in record, all with unique characteristics. These can range from small dragonets to larger Falaks and Elder dragons. However, they can all trace their origins to the 7 eggs of the First Brood.
The Syndicate of Ul'dah finds its origins over 150 years ago. The Ul Dynasty of Thanalan increased commerce and trade routes, lining merchants pockets. Soon, the 6 merchants who added the most wealth to Ul'dah started to command the government.
In the early days of the Fifth Astral Era, new city-states particular to each of The Twelve were constantly forming and reforming. Their lack of stability plagued the Age of Enlightenment with turmoil as borders were often redrawn.
In the days of the Ronkan Empire, the owl was regarded with great reverence. As the "divine beast of the night", it used its knowledge in order to guide those who heralded the night's return.