In the time before the dawn of memory, when Eldoria was still in its infancy, there was a fae named Bellerose. She was a free spirit, her heart yearning for adventure and untamed magic. Bellerose had always felt a deep connection to the shadows and sought to harness their power, even though the Fae Folk  had always been protectors of light and harmony.

Her fascination with the shadows grew, and she began to study the ancient, forbidden arts of Shadowmancy. She practiced in secret, far from the watchful eyes of her fellow fae. With each passing day, her powers grew, and her bond with the shadows deepened.

The fae council, the keepers of Eldoria's traditions, soon learned of Bellerose's forbidden studies. Her mastery over the shadows was undeniable, and her desire for power was apparent. They warned her of the dangers of delving into such dark magic, but Bellerose was undeterred.

One fateful night, as the realm of Eldoria celebrated under the light of a brilliant full moon, Bellerose embarked on a daring mission. She believed that the shadows held the key to unimaginable power, and she was determined to harness that power, even at the risk of turning her back on the Fae Folk.

With her newfound abilities, Bellerose attempted to steal the essence of the Crystal Grove, the heart of Eldoria's magic. It was an act that shook the very foundations of the realm, and her betrayal cast a shadow over the land, forever tarnishing and tainting her heart.

As she approached the sacred grove, her heart heavy with darkness, the Crystal's magic surged through her, and she felt the deep, sorrowful cries of the land as it wept for the suffering she had caused, and revelled in it.

Overwhelmed with power and greed, Bellerose abandoned the Crystal Grove. She had been consumed by her desire for power, and her actions had betrayed the very essence of Eldoria.

She fled the realm, her magic forever tainted by her misdeeds. The Fae council watched her departure, knowing that Bellerose's actions had cast a long shadow over Eldoria's history.

In her self-imposed exile, Bellerose wandered through the shadowy realms beyond Eldoria, seeking the darkness. She encountered other lost and wayward spirits, teaching them forbidden arts of Shadowmancy. The birth of the Shadowmancers had begun...

Bellerose's story became a cautionary tale in Eldoria, a reminder of the importance of balance and the enduring consequences of forsaking the realm's cherished harmony. The Fae Folk continued to protect the realm's light, but they also remembered the shadow that had once been a part of their history, a testament to the power of choices and redemption.