State of Esshar

[Simple]

1852 A.C.

The citadel has seen little activity in the last couple of years, aside from meeting from time to time. The Queen is reportedly looking inwards, to focus upon domestic matters rather than disputes abroad. Though it goes without saying that the forces of Asphodel remain poised to strike should the opportunity present itself, or they face danger from beyond their borders.

With the recent death of Vekel, a statement has been released.

It is as I foretold, the traitor has been fell at the hands of my trusted ally, Niffty. A 'divine being' which folded beneath the power of Achyon's Commander, though his tenacity and bluntly put ambition can be admired. Regardless, as it stands I have no further investment in Aesirheim. If their people continue to push for warfare, we will push back.

His death also is a message to my allies at the same time, at least those of you who were attempting to work with him.. to potentially utilize him against me even- you know who you are.

As it stands the Kingdom of Asphodel will focus its efforts inwards, planning hopefully expeditions, maybe even a joint one with the remnants of Achyon. We stand loyally beside our allies, as we have for the last decade or so. I am more than willing to engage in diplomacy with the other factions, should the need arise.

The time of marching is ceasing for just a while, but we shall see how things progress.

❖ Asphodel has been relatively quiet in recent years, but there are still many ongoing projects by Prince Ambrose, as well as the other artificers.

❖ The Queen has been spotted leaving occasionally, but only to gather and collect blood. Word says she has been collecting it for an unspecified purpose, though approach at your peril.

❖ Despite rocky relations with some of the Docro family, the alliance with Achyon stands firm, with no signs of it faltering or breaking on Asphodel's part, especially with the rise of a new Don.

❖ Word has spread throughout Asphodel and the surrounding territories of a marital engagement between Araceli Falkenrath and Ambrose Roche, though a wedding date has not yet been decided.

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Relations:

Achyon: Allied
Shadowmire: Neutral

Fireblooded: Hostile

Moxtli: Hostile

Osrona: Non-existent