Primeval civilization

The primeval civilization refers to an ancient civilization that existed in Wraeclast before the Vaal that can be unearthed in the Azurite Mine.

Notable members

• The First King
• Unnamed king before Aul
• Aul, the Crystal King (The Last King)
• Ahkeli, the Clayshaper
• Ahn

Lore

From top to bottom, these bosses can be observed at descending depths in the Azurite Mines: Ahuatotli, the Blind, Kurgal, the Blackblooded, and Aul, the Crystal King. Niko also suggests the existence of beings even older than the undead Vaal and the Lightless.

Little is known about the primeval civilization. However, the Delve unique rings dropped by the aforementioned bosses describes three periods of time within the primeval civilization's history and figures within it.

"Uzaza's" rings

Through their flavour texts, the three Uzaza's rings detail the life of The First King and the beginning of the civilization in a cold climate.

Item	Effect(s)	Flavour Text
Uzaza's MeadowUzaza's Meadow Sapphire RingRequires Level 49+(20-30)% to Cold Resistance+20 to Dexterity 5% increased maximum Energy Shield 5% increased maximum LifeCold winds blasted what little grew on the icy surface. The gifts of the land lay hidden deeper, and only patience and persistence would free them.This item can be combined with a Mountain and Valley ring at a Vendor.	N/A	Cold winds blasted what little grew on the icy surface. The gifts of the land lay hidden deeper, and only patience and persistence would free them.
Uzaza's MountainUzaza's Mountain Sapphire RingRequires Level 49+(20-30)% to Cold Resistance+20 to Dexterity 5% increased maximum Energy Shield 5% increased maximum LifeThe narrow path turned to rough rocks that led towards the sky. One last obstacle in a life-long journey to find a land they could call home.This item can be combined with a Meadow and Valley ring at a Vendor.	N/A	The narrow path turned to rough rocks that led towards the sky. One last obstacle in a life-long journey to find a land they could call home.
Uzaza's ValleyUzaza's Valley Sapphire RingRequires Level 49+(20-30)% to Cold Resistance+20 to Dexterity 5% increased maximum Energy Shield 5% increased maximum LifeSheltered beneath thick ice, the river ferried fat fish towards the sea. But the First King knew the river's secret, and the fish were not the only ones who grew fat.This item can be combined with a Meadow and Mountain ring at a Vendor.	N/A	Sheltered beneath thick ice, the river ferried fat fish towards the sea. But the First King knew the river's secret, and the fish were not the only ones who grew fat.

"Putembo's" rings

Through their flavour texts, the three Putembo's rings detail the early life of Aul as a slave, working under an unnamed king, and the beginning of a series of cataclysmic events that would lead to the fall of the primeval civilization.

Item	Effect(s)	Flavour Text
Putembo's MeadowPutembo's Meadow Topaz RingRequires Level 49+(20-30)% to Lightning Resistance+20 to Intelligence 5% increased maximum Energy Shield 5% increased maximum LifeThe fields were silent but for the plucking of fruits, the rustling of leaves, and the breaking of stone. No slave dared to speak or look the passing king in the eye. No one... except Aul.This item can be combined with a Mountain and Valley ring at a Vendor.	N/A	The fields were silent but for the plucking of fruits, the rustling of leaves, and the breaking of stone. No slave dared to speak or look the passing king in the eye. No one... except Aul.
Putembo's MountainPutembo's Mountain Topaz RingRequires Level 49+(20-30)% to Lightning Resistance+20 to Intelligence 5% increased maximum Energy Shield 5% increased maximum LifeHe surveyed his lands, green and vital, watched with pride as his slaves quarried fine stone for his fortress, and thanked the heavens for his many blessings. But this pilgrimage to the peak was to be his last.This item can be combined with a Meadow and Valley ring at a Vendor.	N/A	He surveyed his lands, green and vital, watched with pride as his slaves quarried fine stone for his fortress, and thanked the heavens for his many blessings. But this pilgrimage to the peak was to be his last.
Putembo's ValleyPutembo's Valley Topaz RingRequires Level 49+(20-30)% to Lightning Resistance+20 to Intelligence 5% increased maximum Energy Shield 5% increased maximum LifeWith no stone for rebuilding, each storm took its toll on the village. Huts eventually collapsed, their occupants injured or dead. Bodies were left by the river, to appease the gods. But the dead would not remain there.This item can be combined with a Meadow and Mountain ring at a Vendor.	N/A	With no stone for rebuilding, each storm took its toll on the village. Huts eventually collapsed, their occupants injured or dead. Bodies were left by the river, to appease the gods. But the dead would not remain there.

"Ahkeli's" rings

Through their flavour texts, the three Ahkeli's rings detail the life of the Clayshaper Ahkeli, a central figure in late primeval civilization history. They describe various cataclysmic events that happen to the Clayshaper's village and the surrounding areas, driving her to seek "safety in the clouds of ash above".

Item	Effect(s)	Flavour Text
Ahkeli's MeadowAhkeli's Meadow Ruby RingRequires Level 49+(20-30)% to Fire Resistance+20 to Strength 5% increased maximum Energy Shield 5% increased maximum LifeWhere once had stood a village, lay naught but splinters. Some had once been her home. Some had once been her creations. Some had once been her family.This item can be combined with a Mountain and Valley ring at a Vendor.	N/A	Where once had stood a village, lay naught but splinters. Some had once been her home. Some had once been her creations. Some had once been her family.
Ahkeli's MountainAhkeli's Mountain Ruby RingRequires Level 49+(20-30)% to Fire Resistance+20 to Strength 5% increased maximum Energy Shield 5% increased maximum LifeFleeing the destruction set upon her home, the Clayshaper sought safety in the clouds of ash above.This item can be combined with a Meadow and Valley ring at a Vendor.	N/A	Fleeing the destruction set upon her home, the Clayshaper sought safety in the clouds of ash above.
Ahkeli's ValleyAhkeli's Valley Ruby RingRequires Level 49+(20-30)% to Fire Resistance+20 to Strength 5% increased maximum Energy Shield 5% increased maximum LifeThe river, once fertile and fresh, and flowing briskly to the sea, now stood, stained, at a standstill. Dammed by the coagulating dead.This item can be combined with a Meadow and Mountain ring at a Vendor.	N/A	The river, once fertile and fresh, and flowing briskly to the sea, now stood, stained, at a standstill. Dammed by the coagulating dead.

Language

Aul speaks several lines of dialogue during his fight, hinting at a distinct language of the primeval civilization.

Situation	Line spoken	Number of variants
Introduction	Uor al-Nahm!	5
Introduction	Habra Ahn!	4
Introduction	Utem Zazul!	3
On skill (A)	Hur-nak!	3
On skill (B)	Zem Zamarr!	3
On skill (C)	Otemba!	3
On skill (D)	Azu Azar!	3
On death	Am-... amta...	3
On death	Zurra... sha...	3
On death	Ahkbo tel... zar.	2

Murals

In the Primeval Ruins biome, six stone murals can be found depicting various scenes with relevance to the civilization's history.

Mural	Description
	In this mural, a figure is depicted with a helmet, sword and shield shaped like Ahn's ContemptAhn's Contempt Praetor CrownArmour: (257-444) Energy Shield: (81-139)Requires Level 68, 62 Str, 91 Int+(15-20) to all Attributes (60-140)% increased Armour and Energy Shield +(60-70) to maximum Life -1 to Maximum Power Charges Gain (8-12)% of Physical Damage as Extra Chaos Damage while at maximum Power Charges You take 50% reduced Extra Damage from Critical Strikes while you have no Power Charges"To touch it is to be overwhelmed with the need to carve your name into history. A face no one remembers, yet once you have seen it, you will never forget." - Icius Perandus, Antiquities Collection, Item 48, Ahn's MightAhn's Might Midnight BladeOne Handed Sword Physical Damage: (115-150) to (249-304) Critical Strike Chance: (5.75-6.25)% Attacks per Second: 1.30 Weapon Range: 1.1 metresRequires Level 68, 213 Str, 113 Dex40% increased Global Accuracy RatingAdds (80-115) to (150-205) Physical Damage (15-25)% increased Critical Strike Chance -1 to Maximum Frenzy Charges 10% increased Area of Effect +100 Strength Requirement +50% Global Critical Strike Multiplier while you have no Frenzy Charges +(400-500) to Accuracy Rating while at Maximum Frenzy Charges"Impossibly heavy, yet the ancient edge is keen as any modern blade. A reminder that, in the end, when we lie in the bellies of worms, it is what we make that makes us." - Icius Perandus, Antiquities Collection, Item 47 and Ahn's HeritageAhn's Heritage Colossal Tower ShieldChance to Block: 29% Armour: (783-1202) Movement Speed: -3%Requires Level 67, 159 Str+(10-20) to maximum Life(50-100)% increased Armour +(60-80) to maximum Life -1 to Maximum Endurance Charges -10% to maximum Chance to Block Attack Damage +6% Chance to Block +2% to all maximum Resistances while you have no Endurance Charges You have Onslaught while at maximum Endurance Charges"It's not Karui, Azmeri or even Vaal in origin, but one thing is certain. It is very, very old." - Icius Perandus, Antiquities Collection, Item 46, respectively. A crowd is shown revering said figure.
	In this mural, chained slaves are depicted in the foreground carrying large stones from the mountain under a shining sun. The story of chained slaves building with rock is told in Putembo's Mountain, and referenced to in Putembo's Valley and Putembo's Meadow.
	In this mural, clouds are depicted raining over a city. These clouds appear to be the storms described in Putembo's Valley.
	In this mural, a golem is depicted, with the Clayshaper weapon above it. This mural references The Clayshaper, a pivotal figure in late primeval civilization history.
	In this mural, an erupting volcano is depicted. The clouds of ash depicted are likely those the Clayshaper sought refuge in, as stated in Ahkeli's Mountain.
	In this mural, a giant skull is depicted with a lightning bolt/crack in its forehead. Coming out of the skull's mouth is some sort of gas, smoke, or clouds. Tiny beings are depicted with their arms raised, though it is unclear whether they are fleeing in terror, worshipping the skull, or something else entirely.

Infrastructure

The Primordial Blocks MapPrimordial Blocks MapMap Level: 69
Map Tier: 2
Guild Character: âWho is the true criminal, the one behind
bars, or the one who tortures him?Travel to this Map by using it in a personal Map Device. Maps can only be used once. is a map based on the Primeval Ruins tileset. The area is built entirely of carved stones with Azurite crystals for decoration.

• The map boss High Lithomancer has the internal id "ProtoVaalMapBoss". Additionally, all of names of their skills are prefixed with "ProtoVaalMapBoss".
• High Lithomancer also has the tag "mud_blood", indicating that he is a stone construct rather than a human.
• High Lithomancer's protective shield in inscribed with some sigils, possibly the written language of the primeval civilization.