Introduction
Welcome to the Esthalis universe. The stories take place on a world called ‘Esthia’—a place where humans live alongside some truly extraordinary species. These tales span across time and geography, from ancient empires steeped in mysticism to the high-tech modern era, reaching from the East to the West.
The most important thing to know is that every book is a standalone. You don’t need to read them in any specific order to understand what’s happening; each story stands perfectly on its own.
What follows is a quick guide to the species, locations, and other details that shape the world of Esthia. Think of it as a helpful reference to help you navigate the lore.
SPECIES
Nire
(Known as ‘Nai’er’ in Wangye, Your Consort Is a Walking Disaster)
Nire are the beings that people of the world commonly call ‘merfolk’ or ‘mermaids.’ They possess human upper bodies with fishtails below, though they can transform their tails into human legs at will. Nire can live both on land and in water, and they are born with superhuman strength as a natural trait of their species. Some individuals may also possess additional special powers.
Sibiri
(Known as ‘Xibeili’ in Wangye, Your Consort Is a Walking Disaster)
Sibiri are creatures with superhuman strength and speed, originating from the island of Sibirus. Some individuals also possess additional special abilities.
Niren
(Known as ‘Nairen’ in Wangye, Your Consort Is a Walking Disaster)
Niren are a hybrid species born from the union of a Nire and a human. They possess strength and abilities indistinguishable from a purebred Nire, including the ability to transform their legs into a fishtail. A Niren can only be conceived if the human parent possesses exceptional strength or vitality far surpassing that of an ordinary human.
LOCATIONS
Sibirus
(Known as ‘Xibeiluo’ in Wangye, Your Consort Is a Walking Disaster)
A mysterious island perpetually shrouded in dense toxic fog. No human who has entered has ever survived to return. This is the homeland of the Sibiri.
This list will grow as the universe expands. Check back whenever a new book drops to see what else I’ve added to the lore.