A few decades prior to the events of the first Rosenkreuzstilette game, the Empire and the Church were known for having feared and persecuted Magi, those born with the gift of magic, throughout the world. However, such an injustice sprung a man named Rosenkreuz to action, and he and his eight disciples stood up to them in a long and grueling holy war that ultimately cost Rosenkreuz his life. However, his wish was granted with his death, and the Empire allowed the Magi to live alongside its human soldiers as part of their military.