Aundair is a realm of grand cities surrounded by fertile farmlands. Its legendary founder was devoted to the acquisition of knowledge and the study of magic, and the floating towers of Arcanix are the finest institute for magical study in Khorvaire. Magic is a part of daily life throughout the Five Nations, but it is especially common in Aundair; the nation produces more magewrights and wandslingers than any other.

From the nobles in the towers of Fairhaven to the common folk working the vast vineyards of Bluevine, Aundairians value wit and wisdom. Aundarians prefer finesse to brute force and appreciate cunning wordplay and fine fashions The Sovereign Host is the dominant faith of Aundair, with a particular devotion to Aureon. However, the Silver Flame also has a deeply devoted following—some might say overzealous or extreme.

Aundair is ruled by Queen Aurala ir’Wynarn. Aurala is a just ruler, but she has never abandoned the dream of a Galifar reunited under her rule. While Aundair is a small nation, its arcane superiority allowed it to hold its own during the Last War. Many believe Aurala is pressing Arcanix to develop battle magic that will ensure Aundair’s victory in whatever conflicts lie ahead.

The kingdom of Aundair combines pastoral straightforwardness with intellectual scholarship. Vibrant cities overflow with commerce, thinkers, and magic, while a patchwork countryside of farms and fields surrounds the castles of the land’s nobility. Farmers make up the bulk of the population, but Aundair has no shortage of scholars and thinkers, mages and mystics. The clash of customs and cultures breeds a unique people, proud and self-sufficient, working together to put the last violent century behind them as they march into a new future.


Interesting Things About Aundair

  • Arcanix is the most prestigious academy of magic in Khorvaire. Most of its sages specialize in ritual magic and abstract theory, and don’t have the full powers of wizards.
  • Magic permeates many aspects of Aundairian life—more so than other nations. A cleansing stone graces every village, and you might encounter animated farming equipment in the fields. The Knights Arcane are an elite unit of eldritch knights, and the spies of the Royal Eyes of Aundair specialize in divination magic.
  • Some Aundairian nobles are bound by arcane pacts handed down through generations. Only remarkable heirs—such as player characters—develop into warlocks. Most such lines have an Archfey patron.

Aundairian Characters

Regardless of your Intelligence score, as an Aundairian you’re sure you’re the smartest person in the room. Consider the following characteristics for your Aundairian:

Arcane Talent. If you’re not going to play a magic-using class, consider creating a high elf or a human with the Magic Initiate feat. Whether you favor damage-dealing cantrips or more utilitarian ones, every Aundairian should know a little magic.

Magic Beats Mundane. Why use your hand when you could use mage hand? Why strain your muscles tugging on a bowstring when you could use a wand?

Show Some Style. Don’t settle for common clothes and a squalid meal when you could wear glamerwave and drink the finest wine. If you’re a fighter, focus on finesse instead of crude strength. And never miss an opportunity for a clever quip.