What is the primary setting of Guardian Tales, and how does it differ from typical fantasy worlds?

Guardian Tales takes place in the world of 'Aethel,' a land perpetually shrouded in twilight and ruled by powerful, ancient Guardians. Unlike traditional fantasy settings with clear-cut good and evil, Aethel is defined by a cyclical struggle between the Guardians and the 'Shadows,' a force that consumes light and life. The world's unique visual style and emphasis on memory and echoes further distinguish it.