Welcome to the Worldbuilder’s Anvil

Ever wondered why characters in Ascendant: Saga of Valor speak in broken, glitchy phrases—or what lives beneath the floating islands of Aithos? This isn’t just worldbuilding—it’s the director’s cut. In this deep-dive post, I’m pulling back the curtain on the hidden lore, lost metaphors, and behind-the-scenes choices that shaped the saga. From Orwellian language control to mist-drinking trees and gill-breathing citizens, every detail had a purpose. Whether you’re a loyal reader hunting easter egg