The Eclipse Council — Founding Story
How the Eclipse Council was formed and why it became one of the most important factions in Aeternum.
The Eclipse Council was founded in Year 1800 (Blood War V) by 13 mages — 6 vampire, 6 werewolf, and 1 mortal — who witnessed the near-total destruction of both civilizations. They created a magically binding Pact of Balance that prevents either side from achieving total victory. The Pact is maintained by the Eclipse Arbiter, a position that has been held by the same succession of mages for 1,200 years. Players who join the Council inherit this ancient responsibility.
Why This Lore Matters
Understanding VvW's deep lore changes how you approach faction choices, quest lines, and even PvP alignments. The world is not simply backdrop — it is an active part of the game's evolving narrative that unlocks in the game through in-game discoveries and quest completions.