| Name | Basiliade |
| Guardians | Draw their extraordinary abilities from Basiliade's unique magical energies, battle to protect both worlds |
| Description | A hidden magical realm and dimension that exists in parallel with Earth, serving as the home and birthplace of the legendary Guardians of the Veil |
| Civilization | Ancient and technologically advanced |
| Rival Dimension | Meridian, ruled by the tyrannical Prince Phobos |
| Connection to Earth | Deeply connected, plays a crucial role in defending the mortal realm |
Basiliade is a hidden magical realm and parallel dimension that exists alongside the physical world of Earth. Home to an ancient and technologically advanced civilization, Basiliade is the birthplace and sanctuary of the legendary Guardians of the Veil, a team of supernaturally-gifted young women charged with defending the barrier between the two realms.
The origins of Basiliade are shrouded in myth and mystery, but it is known to be an otherworldly dimension with its own rich cultural and technological heritage dating back thousands of years. According to the Guardians' history, Basiliade was once a prosperous, peaceful kingdom until it became embroiled in a cataclysmic conflict with the rival realm of Meridian and its tyrannical ruler, Prince Phobos.
The specific details of this ancient war remain obscure, but it is clear that Basiliade suffered great devastation and the fragile veil separating it from Earth was nearly destroyed. In the aftermath, the Basilians dedicated themselves to protecting the barrier between the two realms, giving rise to the order of the Guardians.
The Guardians of the Veil are a select group of women, each imbued with a unique magical "element" drawn from the primal energies of Basiliade. These include the powers of Quintessence (wielded by Will Vandom), Water (Irma Lair), Fire (Taranee Cook), Earth (Cornelia Hale), and Air (Hay Lin).
The Guardians are tasked with maintaining the delicate barrier between Earth and Basiliade, preventing the intrusion of Phobos and his dark forces from Meridian. They also act as protectors and emissaries, ensuring the two realms remain in balance and that the people of Earth remain unaware of the magical world that coexists alongside their own.
While physically distinct dimensions, Basiliade and Earth are deeply interconnected in both metaphysical and tangible ways. The Veil that separates the realms is a fragile construct, vulnerable to breaches that could allow Meridian's evil to spill into the mortal world. The Guardians' primary duty is to patrol and reinforce this barrier.
Furthermore, Basiliade's unique magical energies are closely tied to those of Earth, with certain individuals like the Guardians able to channel this power. The people of Basiliade have a responsibility to guide and protect the humans of Earth, even if many remain unaware of this hidden reality.
The primary threat to the balance between Basiliade and Earth is the expansionist ambitions of Prince Phobos, the tyrannical ruler of the parallel realm of Meridian. Phobos seeks to consolidate his power and extend his dark influence across all dimensions, a goal that places him in direct conflict with the Guardians of the Veil.
Phobos' sorcerous forces have repeatedly attempted to breach the dimensional barrier, either to capture the Guardians or to infiltrate and subjugate the people of Earth. These escalating incursions have led to an ongoing, high-stakes battle between the two realms, with the future of both worlds hanging in the balance.
Though little is known about the specifics of Basiliade's ancient culture and civilization, accounts describe it as a highly advanced realm with remarkable technological and magical capabilities. The Guardians themselves wield incredible powers that defy Earthly science, drawing upon Basiliade's primal elemental energies.
Basiliade is also reported to possess advanced infrastructure, transportation, and communication systems that utilize this mystical energy in ways completely foreign to the people of Earth. The realm's libraries, laboratories, and other institutions are said to hold vast, arcane knowledge that could revolutionize the mortal world - if only the veil could be safely breached.
Ultimately, Basiliade remains a mystery to most Earthlings, its true nature and capabilities only hinted at through the actions of the Guardians and their struggle against the forces of Meridian. But its importance as the wellspring of magic that protects both realms is undeniable.
