Clarud witnessed the destruction of the Deconstruction Era in his youth. Horrified by the methods of Alchemy of the time, he cultivated a society where they were deemed forbidden. During this time, Clarud would bond with a fellow who would become his matesprit. It is implied that Clarud created an institution regarding aspects. Some time after this during the Reconstruction Era, support of Clarud cause would fade due to the their inability to use or control their aspects.