Savior Complex

This world is full of creatures magical and diverse. The land is verdant and populous, and magic suffuses it, permeating all things. Despite the seeming paradise, however, it’s also a land that was once riven by warfare. The various races vied for supremacy, each thinking themselves the true rulers of all. In the end, though, it was humanity that stood triumphant, conquering all who stood before them.

Lacking the innate magic of the elves in their forests, humans studied long and hard, overcoming the elves through ingenuity and pure strength. Lacking the endurance of the dwarves in their mountains, humans innovated, through advancements in magic and numbers. Lacking the overwhelming strength of the orcs, humans became clever, outwitting and out planning their adversaries. Even the more exotic races, the fey, the crossbreeds, and the rest, could not resist the tides of humanity.

And so, in the end, humans conquered the world. But they didn’t annihilate their former foes. Seeing opportunities as always, they instead subjugated their defeated foes, turning once proud races into servants. Slaves.

That was long ago. Now, the so-called ‘lesser’ races have largely accepted their fates. Though there are always pockets of resistance, especially in the deep wilds, the majority of the non-human races live their lives as subservient beings. Having a servant or is commonplace, and a symbol of status. Slaves are given as reward for valiant deeds, or dedicated service.

The treatment of these slaves varies widely. While is frowned upon, it’s not illegal. Generally, they are treated as lesser, but not necessarily abused, though what goes on behind closed doors, who can say. Sexual relationships are not uncommon, and more attractive slaves of either gender are far more valuable.

There are various attitudes towards the ‘lesser’ races, including a few humans who are sympathetic. Even those people usually end up owning at least one, however, just due to the nature of human society. There are even tales of romance blooming in these situations, but no one would admit such things openly. Secretly, though, many of the subjugated races hope to find just such a situation, as it may be their only hope for a normal life.

Which brings us to our hero. Though sympathetic, they find themselves having acquired a . Who are they? How did they end up owning a , in spite of their feelings? And what will they do now?

Author’s note:

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