The Forgotten

Lore & Background

Long before the events of the modern timeline, a schism occurred within the Umbra Witches. While many embraced their power openly or sought dominance over other factions, a small group realized that constant conflict endangered the very world they claimed to defend. These witches, known as The Forgotten, decided to abandon the traditional ways of living in the open and instead retreated into deep secrecy. Their philosophy centers on the belief that Witches should not be seen as saviors or monsters by humanity, but rather as invisible shields. They developed unique methods to suppress their own magical signatures, making them nearly undetectable even to other powerful entities like the Parademons or Inferno Lords. This self-imposed exile allowed them to observe the ebb and flow of the war between Angels and Demons without becoming primary targets. Over centuries, they maintained a strict code: intervene only when absolutely necessary and vanish before anyone can trace their actions. They serve as the keepers of ancient knowledge that was lost to the rest of the Witch community, preserving techniques and histories that could tip the balance if ever needed again.

In Their Own Story

The rain fell softly on the cobblestones of a forgotten village in the Alps, masking the sound of wings tearing through the night sky. Jeanne stood beneath the eaves of an abandoned chapel, her hood pulled low, watching as three Angels descended upon the sleeping town below. They did not see her; to them, she was merely another shadow cast by the moonlight. With a subtle flick of her wrist, she summoned a Wicked Weave that wrapped around the nearest Angel's leg, dragging it silently into the darkness before it could strike. There was no fanfare, no grand declaration of war, only the quiet efficiency of those who have chosen to be forgotten so others may live.

Reader's Guide

The Forgotten operate on an ideology of radical neutrality and protection through invisibility. They believe that drawing attention to their existence invites chaos, as both Heaven and Hell view Witches as either threats or tools. Their hierarchy is loose and merit-based, led by those who have mastered the art of concealment rather than raw power. Key members include Jeanne, who serves as a bridge between the hidden order and the active world, and Cereza, whose tragic history underscores the cost of their secrecy. Unlike the more aggressive Umbra factions, The Forgotten rarely initiate conflict; they only act when a threat poses an existential risk to humanity or the balance of nature. Their primary conflict is not with other Witches, but with the very nature of their existence. They must constantly resist the urge to intervene in every battle, knowing that doing so would expose them. This internal struggle defines their history: a long, quiet war fought behind closed doors, ensuring that when the world burns, they are the ones who hold the fire back without ever being thanked.

Did You Know?

• The Forgotten were responsible for hiding the truth about Cereza's identity from the rest of the Witch community to protect her.
• Members of this order can suppress their magical aura so effectively that even Lumen Sages struggle to detect them.
• They maintain hidden archives containing forbidden knowledge about the origins of the war between Angels and Demons.
• Unlike other Witches, they do not rely on summoning Inferno Lords for combat, preferring stealth and precision.