Fern's view on the Faerie Realms
Let’s start with a little disclaimer. This is all my personal ramblings and views. In my paradigm, time is something happening all at once, past, present, future, all influencing each other. This means that no idea, myth, folklore, etc, is too “new” to be something powerful. I also believe that belief shapes magic (or Creation), which helps shape the world(s).
the Realms
It’s not really easy, or 100% possible, to divide the Faerie Realms into clear and coherent parts. There is overlap, and energy bleeding over, and boundaries that are thinner, or keep moving. Still, my human brain finds it easier to divide them into five “Main Realms”; four seasons, and all those wild things that defy containment.
I feel there is more to it. More themed (if that is the right word) Realms that are smaller. Perhaps the best way to see it is that Main four are all their own big bubble, with smaller realms attached as tiny bubbles on the side. For example the Main Realm is Spring, but Dawn has it’s own small Realm that is close to, but not completely part of, Spring.
On Monarchs
I do not believe there to be One Queen of Spring, or One King of Winter. To put it in human terms: each Realm is it’s own continent, that can hold different Kingdoms, with vastly different customs, biomes, ecosystems, and, for lack of a better word, vibes. So the Realms can have several Kings, Queens, or Monarchs, who in no way have to have a relationship with each other. They all have their own part to play, and their own lands to rule.
Spring
So let’s start with Spring. A Realm of beauty, of softness, and flowers. Very green, with lots of colours. A great place for healing, for new beginnings, for frolicking! To me, Spring has a soft and joyous vibe, that can both embolden you, and bring you some much needed rest and healing. Spring Monarchs: Venaris (Lady of Flowers)
