Keanu was born from a dying world, but when a massive eruption from a volcano wiped all life out and cleansed the world it grew back faster than ever; from the rocks and ashes grew a brilliant and vibrant world! This was where the ancient beings called 'The Old Ones' woke from their slumber under the Earth and came up to the surface. These divine beings were taller than most mountains and often hibernated for so long that the lush landscape would start to grow over them, encapsulating them in a mossy cocoon. The Old Ones were said to be direct decedents of the Great Dragons that lived on the islands before the eruption occurred. The Old Ones had no wings like their ancestors, but could breathe smoke and sometimes spew fire, they also had magical capabilities. It's from these great beings that the Korotikes were created! A few of The Great Ones got together and used their joined powers to create small bits of life here and there. Often there was a rare occurrence when The Great Ones made an exceptionally power Korotike, and from those powerful Korotike came the Guardians. The Guardians guard the heart of Kokorotyke where a dormant Great One named Great Water who sleeps under a large lake in the center of the island. Along with the Great Water, there are three more Great ones; Great Forest, Great Mountain, and Great Snow. The Great Ones live in their own separate biomes like water, forests, mountains, and snow.
Great Water
Great Water was the Great One who put her magical capabilities into allowing Korotikes to have their gills! She lies dormant under the large lake on Korotike in the middle of Kokorotyke. She also holds the most magical power. Since she holds the most power she is at the heart of Kokorotyke and protects all of Kokorotyke from evil forces that wish to ruin the peacefulness of the island.
Great Forest
Korotikes have Great Forest to thank for their extremely adept adaptability, he put his power into making it easy for Korotikes to live in lush forests just like he does! Great Forest was always watchful of the other Great ones, even if he was the second largest and actually blind, he did his best to protect Great Snow and Great Water. (He's the mom friend)
Great Mountain
Great Mountain is the biggest of the Great Ones and he gave Korotikes their agility and ability to climb sharp rocks and mountains. Great Mountain was always very close to Great Water, much to Great Snow's dislike and sadness.
Great Snow
Also know as "Great Sorrow" due to her being mostly isolated. Great Snow lives in the snowy regions and with her magical power she gave Korotikes their thick furry coats that allow them to live in such harshly cold and unforgiving landscapes. Great Snow is closest with Great Forest even though she longs to be near Great Mountain.
More Info on The Great Ones
The Great ones are giants. Great Mountain (the biggest) is 380 feet tall (taller than redwood trees) and the other Great Ones aren't far behind him! Great Forest, being the second biggest, is 370 feet tall! Great Water and Great Snow are close to each other in height . Great Water is 358 feet and Great Snow is 359 feet.
Korotikes being so versatile are spread out across the entire island! Though most Korotikes travel to other sections for festivals honoring the Great Ones. Korotikes, being part dragon, can also breathe smoke and fire! They're just like fun sized fluffy dragons with no wings!