aeternum

Aeternum is a Latin-derived proper name meaning eternal, used in various fictional and cultural contexts to denote a place or realm with timeless or unending qualities.

The most prominent contemporary reference is as the setting of the 2021 MMORPG New World, developed by Amazon Game Studios. In New World, Aeternum is a magical, untamed island whose mysteries, factions, and evolving conflict drive exploration and player progression, including encounters with a magical substance known as Azoth. The world blends supernatural elements with colonial-era aesthetics, and the island’s lore evolves through ongoing updates and player activity.

Beyond New World, the name Aeternum is employed by different authors and game designers as a fantasy toponym for realms, cities, or domains. Such usages are varied and not part of a single canonical universe, but they commonly aim to evoke antiquity, permanence, or otherworldliness.

Etymologically, the term derives from Latin aeternus, meaning eternal or ageless. Its ceremonial or evocative connotations have made Aeternum a versatile label in fiction, where it signals a sense of enduring mystery rather than a specific, fixed real-world reference.