Story
On Tenguu Island, the society’s rigid structure is valued more than individual lives. A darkness is encroaching that only one brave soul has the power to dispel.
On the dawn of her eighteenth year, Olympia must seek a mate to preserve her bloodline before time runs out. The last of her kind, the maiden’s beauty inspires awe and icy fear. Haunted by her lonely past on distant Tennyo Island, she draws strength from memories of her late mother and takes a bold step forward.
Olympia has the unique ability to travel freely between the classes, learning of their many wonders and weaknesses. She can select any partner, but is searching for her true soulmate.
World Setting
Long ago, the god Hiruko drifted upon an endless, empty ocean. He used his powers to create Tenguu Island.
From him came the vibrant colors Red, Blue, and Yellow, which he divided into halves to form man and woman.
Eons passed and Tenguu Island prospered. Over time, a hierarchy developed. The people were commanded to blend only with approved color classes. Social standing was determined at birth — the closer their bloodline was to the original primary colors, the higher their class.
One day, the sun failed to light the sky. Darkness loomed, gripping the people with a terrible fear.
The leader of the Yellow used his limited powers to restore what light he could, but it would not be enough. When the last maiden of the White came of age, she would perform a ritual that would restore the sun’s brilliance.
Terminology
Tenguu Island
A beautiful island in the middle of the ocean, rich with resources. Across the sea lies Tennyo Island, surrounded by vicious whirlpools that prevent anyone from approaching.
Blending
As dyes blend to form different colors, so do the people of Tenguu Island select their mates to preserve color classes. They believe that the purer their color traits, the higher their class.
Color Class
Levels of the class system to which individuals are classified at birth. The color traits of offspring can vary, leading to class differences even within families.
Dawnlight Stage
A sacred stage on the eastern rim of Tenguu Island where the souls of the departed are offered up to the sun.
