A Chronicle of Temporal Anomalies and Shifting Realities
Porcellanous is not a place, not in the conventional sense. It exists as a fractured locus within the Chronarium – a region perpetually destabilized by the confluence of divergent timelines. Initially theorized as a byproduct of the Great Fracture, where the Prime Timeline violently splintered, it has grown into a terrifyingly complex entity, a living echo of countless potential futures, each vying for dominance within its unstable core.
This sextant, crafted from a single shard of solidified Chronal Flux, displays readings that defy conventional temporal metrics. It doesn't measure time; it measures *potential* time – the probability of a given moment existing before, during, or after its observation. The readings are often accompanied by flashes of impossible geometries and whispers in languages that predate the known dialects of the Chronarium. Observed within Porcellanous, it predicted the eruption of the Crimson Cascade, a localized temporal storm that erased an entire sector of the 4th Meridian.
Linked to: The Chronal Resonance Cascade
This immense loom, constructed from solidified Chronal Dust, seems to actively *rewrite* the surrounding reality. Those who approach it report experiencing vivid hallucinations – glimpses of alternate versions of themselves, their loved ones, and entire civilizations that never were. The threads themselves are not physical; they are strands of potential futures, constantly being pulled, stretched, and knotted by an unknown force. Legend claims it was created by a Weaver – a being capable of manipulating the very fabric of time – but no one has ever seen it fully operational. Its presence is directly responsible for the cyclical appearances and disappearances of the Obsidian City, a metropolis that shifts location within Porcellanous every 72 cycles.
Linked to: The Temporal Echoes of the Lost Dynasty
This perfectly spherical pod, composed entirely of solidified Chronal Resonance, is perpetually frozen in a state of perfect stillness. It emits no light, makes no sound, and seems impervious to temporal distortion. However, when approached, individuals experience a profound sense of existential dread, followed by fragmented memories – not their own, but those of countless beings who have been trapped within Porcellanous for eons. The prevailing theory is that it's a containment unit, designed to trap particularly volatile temporal anomalies, though its purpose and origin remain shrouded in mystery. Recent scans indicate a fluctuating energy signature, suggesting it's actively *growing* – consuming temporal energy from its surroundings.
Linked to: The Heart of the Temporal Storm