When the world teetered on the edge of ruin during the Age of Dusk, and the land threatened to be consumed entirely by the obscuring haze, a hero arose—bearing a vision bestowed by the Sun Goddess, Hiperia. As the Haze crept ever closer, the last of the Rin in their homeland faced mounting despair. With no other recourse, they placed their faith in the hero’s prophecy and set sail into the unknown.

Enduring numerous trials upon the harsh seas, they persevered, unwavering in spirit. At last, they beheld a clearing in the eternal mist—and with it, the fulfillment of the prophecy: a new land, untouched and sunlit. There, they found lush nature, bathed in light and vibrant with life.

Having escaped the choking blackness, they rejoiced beneath the sun’s warm rays, a sensation foreign to them for many months. In gratitude, they honored Hiperia as their divine savior and praised all that she created. In her name, they christened the land Helion, and called themselves Helrin—Rin of the Sun.

Rin are born with an innate affinity for the arcane. Among them, the Helrin are most commonly gifted with fire affinity, a trait that has become emblematic of their identity.

Physically, Helrin are often distinguished by warmer skin tones, and—depending on their elemental affinities and place of birth—commonly bear white, golden, or red hair, and their signature pointy ears.

To outsiders, they are often seen as proud and contolling. To themselves, they are simply fulfilling the destiny granted by their gods—to bring light to a darkened world.

Unlike their more unruly kin—the Rin of the Moon—the Helrin embody harmony and refinement.

Helrin are known for their personal honor, spirituality, and kindness. They channel their energy into the collective good while maintaining a deep reverence for history and the wisdom of the old world. 

Yet even they are not immune to ambition, pride, nor to the irresistible allure of glory.