Parashi date is kept in Eras of 50 years.

Currently known eras:
[???] -> Perennial Era -> Wayward Era -> [?????] -> Contra Era -> [???]

Paradox Shigen takes place in Wayward Era.
Paradigm Shift takes place in Contra Era.

The two are separated by about 300 years.

両陽派 - The Talos Clan (テロス)

The Talos clan stands at the top of the social hierarchy, holding power over the other mage clans as well as commoners. They are concentrated in and around their capital city Arka. Talons are distinguished by black hair, red eyes, and left facial stripes. They possess the ability to manipulate the four elements: fire, air, water, and earth. The Talos emblem is a red spiralling sun.

The Lunar Corps is an army of non-Talon soldiers who are loyal to the monarchy. They typically handle jobs such as assassinations, sabotage, and espionage. Their symbol is a gold spiraling square.

The Kurohyoutai (黒豹隊) (Black Panther Squad) is the Talon royal guard. They are a hand-picked group that serve and report directly to the royal family. The Kurohyou wear dark robes with pointed ears on the hood.

アカシャ - The Akasha Clan

The Akasha clan is an ancient mage clan and claim a part-elf lineage. They live in a self-contained district called Caelum (see-lem), and prefer to be secluded from the rest of the world.

Akasha are usually distinguished by white hair decorated with beads and thin braids, as well as pupils that constrict into slits when using magic. Akasha are able to manipulate and sometimes absorb the four elements.. Some Akasha are able to use their ability to mend wounds.

The Shirome (白目) is the Akasha's ruling council, consisting of the clan's most powerful members.

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Centuries ago, the Four Sectors branched off from the Talos Clan,
each one focusing on harnessing the power of a single element.
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火輪 - Hiwa Fire Sector

Hiwajin have the ability to create and manipulate fire. They occupy the region of Pyros in the south, and are ruled by the Cerberus king from his palace in Cyno (kai-no), the capital city of Pyros.

水輪 - Miwa Water Sector

Miwajin have the ability to manipulate water. It is believed that they reside in the north, but scarce little is known about their location or society.

風輪 - Fuwa Air Sector

Fuwajin have the ability to manipulate air. Some years ago, the clan was destroyed by the Talos and its allies. The Fuwa's capital city of Lelanto was demolished into the Ginsei river. The Fuwa became the only mage clan outside of the Talos Alliance Pact, and all Fuwajin are currently considered outlaws.

土輪 - Towa Earth Sector

Towajin have the ability to manipulate earth. They reside in the east, in the region of Thallas.

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Commoners

Commoners are those born outside of the mage clans, and thus do not possess elemental powers.
They make up about half the total population of the world, and occupy the bottom tier of society.
Commoners are scattered throughout the world, but many of them have chosen to reside in the western regions since the collapse of the Fuwa Sector.

Gryphos Clan (Gryphanes)
One of the strongest clans and possessing one of the most stable societies, the Gryphos clan is dominated by those who manipulate wind. They are a mild-mannered and civilized people who adhere to codes of chivalry and bravery.

Drakonii Clan (Drakonians)
One of the two strongest clans, the Drakonii is a proud and fierce militaristic race, valuing strength and honour above all else. The Drakonians are also fiercely loyal to their own and make very strong bonds to each other.

Pantheras Clan (Panthryans)
The Pantheras clan is the only clan that does not have a central city to call their own. Scattered across the world, they are a race shrouded in mystery. Panthryans have certain physically distiguishing traits, chief among them being the signature slit-pupiled eyes.

Kitsune Clan (Tsumejin)
The Kitsune clan is one of the three clans situated within the Outer Limits. They are a nomadic race, moving from place to place as the seasons change. The Tsumejin are known worldwide for their legendary archery and projectile skills.

Bairoku Clan (Rokujin)
The Bairoku are a peaceful and non-aggressive clan, choosing to focus on medical and defensive pursuits. Their island city is located within the Outer Limits. Those of the Bairoku are well-versed in historical lore and knowledgeable on information of all kinds.

Ookami Clan (Roujin)
The Ookami clan is considered to be one of the three clans of the Outer Limits. They are the only clan whose people live submerged in water, along the ocean floor. Like the Panthryans, not much is known on the state of their politics or society by outsiders.