— THE ASURA FRAME —
The more commonly known alias of the A-Type Exo-Frame, otherwise designated the Asura-Type. It is the ultimate weapon, a super-powered exoskeleton capable of neutralizing Anomalies upwards of threat level S+, and humanity’s last hope. Only twelve exist in the world.
— DEVICER THREE —
The sole user of the Mark III Asura Frame. Unlike mass-produced Exo-Frames, only a chosen few can unleash the full power of the Asuras—a fact the inventors have impressed upon the world’s governments thoroughly. Number Three was selected by Japan’s Ministry of Defense and quickly became both a celebrity icon and a hero of the people.
— ANOMALIES AND PORTAL-KEEPS —
It’s been many decades since the Earth became inexplicably linked to another world, bringing with it a slew of unknown creatures into our reality. The dangerous life-forms from the other side that now threaten humanity are known colloquially as Anomalies. In more recent years, enemy portal-keeps have begun to appear—entire fortresses that serve as portals which Anomaly forces use to attack en masse. Their armies are led by the keepers of these gates, the archmages.
— THE MIGRANT SAGES —
The original elves who escaped their world and found refuge on Earth. These migrants, with their characteristic pointed ears, imposing beauty, and, above all, unparalleled wisdom, are some of the brightest minds of their race and bear the title of “sage.” In just a few short decades, they mastered the humans’ sciences and brought about incredible innovations—including the twelve Asura Frames.
— THE ARCHMAGES —
Commanders of the enemy forces and keepers of the portals. They possess frightening magical powers, capable of controlling climate and inducing powerful earthquakes and floods. They also ally themselves with the fae. The elves refer to them as “the Chosen Dharva.” It’s said, however, that these mages appear more human than elvish.