Hidden between jagged peaks and mist-veiled valleys lies the Serene Dominion of Xihari, a land shaped not by conquest, but by contemplation. Founded by the ancient philosopher-warrior Veyan Xih, the Dominion stands as a radiant symbol of balance, wisdom, and enduring stillness in a world too often ruled by chaos. Xihari is a place where silence is sacred, architecture flows with the curves of the land, and every law aligns with the invisible rhythm of the Great Pattern — a spiritual doctrine that guides both state and soul.

At the heart of Xihari is the majestic city of Zhenkai, a capital carved from stone and glass, perched at the intersection of leyline currents and mountain air. From this elevated sanctuary, the Eminence of Flame, the nation’s calm yet commanding leader, governs with unwavering discipline, advised by the revered Flamekeepers — spiritual stewards and historians who ensure that every decision resonates with harmony.

The people of Xihari, known as the Xihari or the more formal Xiharene, live in quiet unity with the land. They value balance over power, intention over impulse, and truth over noise. From the glass-blowers of the Velthari Reaches to the softspoken healers of the Vale of Nael’thar, every citizen contributes to the nation's radiant calm. Though the Dominion does not seek war, its defenders — the Guardians of the Still Flame — are unmatched in discipline, moving like firelight in darkness when their land is threatened.

With its bioluminescent forests, silent valleys, and gleaming sanctuaries, Xihari is more than a nation — it is a state of being. It is the whisper that remains after thunder, the glow that endures when the blaze is gone. It is the still flame that guides the worthy home.