its most important temple (see "Sisterhood of the Bloodshot Eyeball," below.) The Wood Elves revere their founder, the great Druid Graiya, in a religious fashion. Trolls and certain other Savage Races worship the magma god Tectonicus, who is shown to be a very real presence in Arkerra, naming and empowering the two troll champions, Harky and Penk. The Savasi previously had a mysterious caste of spiritual warriors called 'Mystics', but under Iver's influence, have become mostly secular, killing off all mystics except Gravedust. Sisterhood of the Bloodshot Eyeball They believe themselves to be the fist of an angry god, though others describe them as thugs hiding behind a facade of righteousness. Their belief in their divine duty fuels their ambitions, strengthens their resolve and binds them together into a formidable fighting force. Dissolved following the disappearance of Gigundus. Order of the Countless Limbs A human terrorist organization that operates within Gastonia. Described as a cult. Technology Gastonia appears to have entered an Age of Reason and is developing technology to replace the influence of magic. Though combat is still predominantly melee-weapon based, guns and explosives exist and are used by certain technologically adept factions. Airships are on the cusp of becoming reality. Races Humans By far the most populous race, Humans are the de facto rulers of Gastonia, having a huge majority in the House of Houses, and controlling the armed forces. Humans have little natural Magick, and are not especially adept at technology, but make skilled fighters, and are the major trade power in Arkerra, controlling as they do Gastonia. Notable Humans include Byron the Berserker, Frigg, Field Marshal Ardaic, and many others. Dwarves Calling themselves the Savasi, the dwarves are thought of as master warriors, nearly unrivaled in combat and ruthless beyond reasoning, traits encouraged as a defence mechanism against the depredations of others. They suffered a significant defeat during the Battle of the Solates Mountains, still seeking restitution from Gastonia for having been forced from their ancestral homes of the Mountains into the Desert, and to that end toy with forming an alliance with the so-called Savage Races. Notable dwarves include Gravedust and Iver. Elves Elves claim to be the oldest race on Ankerra and there is evidence for their claim. They are found in — and have adapted to — a number of different environments. Sky Elves The world's most prominent magic users, who rely on