Primordial Tempests
Primordial Tempests are ancient meteorological phenomena of immense magical power that have existed since the First Dawn. These sentient storms are believed to be among the oldest magical entities in existence, predating even the Creation of the Spheres.
A rare glimpse of the Crimson Tempest manifesting over the Everchanging Plains
Origins and Nature
According to the Ancient Codex of Elements, there are exactly nine Primordial Tempests, each embodying different aspects of atmospheric and magical power. These eternal storms were first documented by the Order of Storm Seekers, who dedicated centuries to studying their patterns and behaviors.
The nine known Tempests are:
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The Crimson Tempest - Known for its blood-red lightning and reality-warping properties
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The Void Maelstrom - A storm of absolute darkness that devours light itself
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The Crystal Hurricane - Transforms everything it touches into crystalline formations
Historical Significance
The most famous interaction with the Primordial Tempests occurred during the Age of Storms, when Karthus the Stormbinder became the only known mage to successfully tame all nine tempests simultaneously. This feat required the use of the legendary Storm Crown of Azuris and resulted in Karthus's physical form being transformed into pure energy.
The Storm Crown of Azuris, last seen during Karthus's final ritual
Scientific Study
Modern storm mages at the Tempestuous Academy continue to study these phenomena, though direct observation remains extremely dangerous. The Atmospheric Resonance Theory suggests that the Tempests may actually be conscious manifestations of the world's weather patterns.
Effects on Magic
Primordial Tempests have a profound impact on magical practices, particularly in the field of Weather Weaving. Their presence can enhance or completely nullify magical abilities within their vicinity, leading to the establishment of Tempest-Free Zones around major magical institutions.
A Weather Weaver attempting to channel a fragment of Tempest energy