Positioned between the two continents, Ilsabard is the northernmost continent. Due to this, it is characterized by extreme temperatures and unpredictable weather. Beyond the mountains in the center of the continent lie some of the most treacherous and inhospitable areas on Hydaelyn. The continent is often besieged by unrelenting storms in the summer and harsh climates and frozen seas in the winter. Until the Garlean Empire made massive leaps in technological advancements, the inhabitants of Ilsabard struggled simply to survive.
Once the Garlean Empire began the Magitek revolution and conquered several surrounding nations, they began expanding outwards claiming the lands of the other continents with the final goal of taking Eorzea and bringing all under their control.
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Abalathia's Spine
Gyr Abania
Norvrandt
The Northern Empty
Yok Tural