The humble kingdom of Tarikun used to be the largest human land in Kay Pacha. The surrounding plains served as fertile farmland, while the upper class lived in the shadow of the towering Tarikun Castle. It was, perhaps, the typical, mundane fantasy kingdom one might read about in children's books ... up until the Battle of Tarikun.

The aftermath left few among both Protean and Antarean armies, and the main hub of Tarikun was utterly decimated. Since that time (fifteen years before the game begins), the few survivors make what living they can amidst the ruins. They dare not leave, for a massive ivory dragon has taken up residence and lordship over the Tarikun people; they have become, essentially, his slaves in return for continued protection against the remaining Antarean and Protean armies.