Rumors whisper all across Meranthe, of secret meetings between leaders of all nations.
Led by Serenity, its many leaders would whisper hushed words of the Tower of Aetius.
Eavesdroppers would hear, barely, the mention of the Inverse Floors and the Profane.
Of a meeting held within the watchtower just north of Serenity.
Then just as the whispers reached your ears, a loud announcement is made that is soon to arrive in all corners of Meranthe:

"Serenity invites you to join us in this momentous occasion! The Age of Exploration has arrived!
Meranthe will feel tremendous change, and we are excited to have you take part in this historical moment!
Those who seek adventure, or even riches are encouraged to join us! Even if you do not belong to a nation, you are invited!
Nations far and wide, from the snowy mountains to the sandy deserts, shall create guilds to represent their nation. Private Guilds are also welcomed!

Quote:"Ya, okay. Hello. Ahem. Is this thing on? Ya, okay. Hellooooo, citizens ov' Serenity and beyond! It seems ta' me, that many have decided ta' participate in da creation ov' the Nexus. It was a pleasure meetin' you all here in Serenity. I'd like fer ya ta' send me a letter if ya are interested in participatin' in this joint proces-- Project... Joint project, that'll change da world. S'okay, I know it's scary, I know it's tough. But if ya an artificer wishin' ta take part, please send me a missive. If ya an adventurer wishin' ta delve inta' da Inverse Floors, feel free ta send me a missive wit' the guild ya want ta' form. Minimum five people, by da way. Appreciate ya. Love ya. If y'dunno what the Inverse Floors is? Feel free ta' send me a missive and I'll explain it in person.

S'okay.
Love ya.
Basili out."

Quote:"Howdy! It's me! Basili again! Ahem-- I just wanted everyone ta' know, dat the plan is in motion! The Nexus Project begins its plannin' era! Ta' everyone who has decided ta' take part in this project, I thank ya again. Wit' expeditions just a short time away, we aim ta' elevate Meranthe through this project. Neutrality is our key when it comes ta' this project, and we hope everyone finds it necessary that we leave any and all prejudices at da door, in hopes of bringin' about a major change ta' our home. This is for all ov' Meranthe, not just selfish whims and the like. So please come about ta' da same watchtower just north of Serenity ya all came ta' before durin' da first announcement, and we'll make certain that Meranthe is a safe place fer not only us, but fer all ov' our children, and their children too!

But that don't mean ya can't still sign up. We've got 'bout... One-two-three-four... Seven! Seven artificers on this'ere list, from multiple nations, all ov' which have promised ta' lend a hand to us and the creation of the Nexus! Soon, guilds from far and wide, all scattered 'round Meranthe, will have access ta' da Inverse Floors, and soon the Age of Exploration will begin! So if ya an alchemist-- an artificer. Please contact me through a letter or otherwise. Then we'll organize a meetin'--

Or simply come ta' da plannin' ov' this entire thing! Let's get da ball rollin', pups!
Thank ya,
Love ya,
Basili out!"