We would be short-sighted if we discussed the new Golden Age from a perspective that includes only our world and the implications for humanity. The universe is bigger than this little corner of space, and the events that are now unfolding are bigger than all of us.

To get a better understanding of what is going on beyond our world and why the work of Kirael is so important not just to Earth, but to a much larger area, this section gives an overview of past events that led to the Shadow being so strong in our world, the other species around us, and the way humanity fits into the bigger picture.

In addition to other intelligent species and the way they relate to our world, you will find some information on the workings of time and space from a third mind and higher understanding.