The world of Norrath has been shattered and lies in ruins. Evil has overwhelmed the lands and all that once was familiar has been torn down, save for the cities of Qeynos and Freeport. They remain strong, more focused and at odds with one another. Like Athens and Sparta, they are at disparate ends of the spectrum, but they are united in one aspect – both are calling forth warriors and artesians to go forth and reclaim the glory that once sparkled like a shining jewel in the crown of the lands of Norrath.