The Watcher

The Watcher is a shapeshifting being that has watched over the world of Ether since the beginning of time itself, no one knows where or when, he came from, all anyone can remember is that as far back as history goes, he has always watched over, and protected the balance of the world.

Though, what is known about him, is that at the start of every season, monks from each province and each elemental affinity, would bring him gifts that signaled the condition of the world outside, if all was good, he would rest, and fall into a deep slumber. If there was unrest in the world, he would arise and deal with it, to uphold the balance.

However, if trouble struck after he had fallen into a state of repose, eight children would be selected to be born with extraordinary power over their native elements, together, they would be known as The Keepers. They themselves, when banded together, would have the power to deal with any trials the world faced, and if the need was dire, they could locate, and accquire the sixteen Keys of Spirit, and awaken The Watcher.