The Third Age

The Third Age was a time of great technological advancements and prosperity, yet it was also a time of great destruction. The people of this age were seafaring and plundered the fallen ruins of the previous age, using the technology they found to fuel their own advancements. They harnessed the power of anima, a mysterious energy source, to power their machines, creating clockworks and other marvels that far surpassed anything seen in the current age.

However, this age was not without its drawbacks. The technology of the Third Age had a toxic effect on the environment, leading to the collapse of many societies and the rise of new ones built on the ruins of the old. The people of this age also suffered from a great loss of memory, unable to fully recall the events and advancements of the past, as if their memories were fading like shadows burnt into the walls of Hiroshima.

Despite the many accomplishments of the Third Age, it ultimately led to its own downfall. The overuse and misuse of anima caused widespread environmental destruction and societal collapse. The memory loss experienced by the people of this age suggests that the knowledge and technology gained during this time were not meant to be retained, and were perhaps too dangerous for the people of the current age to handle.

In the end, the Third Age serves as a cautionary tale of the dangers of unchecked technological advancement and the importance of being mindful of the impact our actions have on the world around us. It is a reminder that the pursuit of progress should be balanced with a respect for the natural world and the consequences of our actions.