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	<div style="float:left; width: 500px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Grendel and Warbeast.jpg\|caption=The Salt Lords continue to pursue their ambition of regaining control of Mareave.\|align=left\|width=500}}</div>		<div style="float:left; width: 500px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Grendel and Warbeast.jpg\|caption=The Salt Lords continue to pursue their ambition of regaining control of Mareave.\|align=left\|width=500}}</div>
	==After Spring==		==After Spring==
			{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCMG2kOVzB8}}
	In the days following the Spring Equinox, [[Frozen Citadel of Cathan Canae\|fortifications]] bloom across Mareave like flowers after the rain. In [[Mareave#Icarion\|Icarion]], a tower of white marble and blue ice garrisoned by pale-eyed elfin warriors in chain and silk. Over [[Mareave#Nadir\|Nadir]], a keep of ice with six cruel iron minarets from which squat hirsute archers scan the hills. Yet both are dwarfed by the citadel that rises in southern [[Mareave#Clisearn\|Clisearn]]. ''Iskander's Donjon'', a boon granted by the [[Cathan Canae\|Queen of Ice and Darkness]] and [[Wide_azure_skies#Objective:_Summon_Iskanders_Donjon\|called forth]] from the [[regio]] at the ''Ohwinn Scour'' on the battlefields of Mareave. The Donjon is a massive monolithic castle of adamant, with a grand gatehouse from which the [[inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] of the ''Breath of Winter'' issue forth to aid the defence of the Unshackled territory. These mighty warriors, sheathed in heavy armour that conceals their features from the Imperial soldiers they fight alongside bear massive iron tower-shields marked with a sigil of blue flame. When they battle the invading Grendel, the runes worked into their armour ignite surrounding them in a flickering aura of blue-white fire that cows their enemies and adds weight to their dreadful blows. All told, the three magical fortresses bring with them nearly two entire armies of supernatural warriors drawn from the frigid realm of the ''Immovable One'', to fight alongside the Imperial Orcs and defend their lands against the Grendel.		In the days following the Spring Equinox, [[Frozen Citadel of Cathan Canae\|fortifications]] bloom across Mareave like flowers after the rain. In [[Mareave#Icarion\|Icarion]], a tower of white marble and blue ice garrisoned by pale-eyed elfin warriors in chain and silk. Over [[Mareave#Nadir\|Nadir]], a keep of ice with six cruel iron minarets from which squat hirsute archers scan the hills. Yet both are dwarfed by the citadel that rises in southern [[Mareave#Clisearn\|Clisearn]]. ''Iskander's Donjon'', a boon granted by the [[Cathan Canae\|Queen of Ice and Darkness]] and [[Wide_azure_skies#Objective:_Summon_Iskanders_Donjon\|called forth]] from the [[regio]] at the ''Ohwinn Scour'' on the battlefields of Mareave. The Donjon is a massive monolithic castle of adamant, with a grand gatehouse from which the [[inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] of the ''Breath of Winter'' issue forth to aid the defence of the Unshackled territory. These mighty warriors, sheathed in heavy armour that conceals their features from the Imperial soldiers they fight alongside bear massive iron tower-shields marked with a sigil of blue flame. When they battle the invading Grendel, the runes worked into their armour ignite surrounding them in a flickering aura of blue-white fire that cows their enemies and adds weight to their dreadful blows. All told, the three magical fortresses bring with them nearly two entire armies of supernatural warriors drawn from the frigid realm of the ''Immovable One'', to fight alongside the Imperial Orcs and defend their lands against the Grendel.
	<div style="float:right; width: 250px; clear: right;">[[file:CathCane002.webp\|align=right\|width=250]]</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 250px; clear: right;">[[file:CathCane002.webp\|align=right\|width=250]]</div>

Vsabo: /* The Skouran Consolidation */

2026-07-22T10:53:49Z

The Skouran Consolidation

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	===The Skouran Consolidation===		===The Skouran Consolidation===
	* '''The Saltstone is the property of the Skourans according to the treaty'''		* '''The Saltstone is the property of the Skourans according to the treaty'''
	* '''Refusing to return it create a diplomatic incident'''		* '''Refusing to return it will create a diplomatic incident'''
	* '''The Skourans have almost no use for the Saltstone'''		* '''The Skourans have almost no use for the Saltstone'''

Vsabo: /* The Skouran Consolidation */

2026-07-22T10:53:10Z

The Skouran Consolidation

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	* '''The Skourans have almost no use for the Saltstone'''		* '''The Skourans have almost no use for the Saltstone'''

	If the Empire can recover the Saltstone there is still the matter of who it belongs to. The Empire have signed [[386YE_Summer_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Ratify_Treaty_with_Skoura\|a treaty with the Skouran Consolidation]], in which they pledge to ''"return, at reasonable costs, any cultural and historical artefacts of the Skouran people that are uncovered as they developed the territory". Technically that means the Saltstone will need to be returned to the Skourans.		If the Empire can recover the Saltstone there is still the matter of who it belongs to. The Empire have signed [[386YE_Summer_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Ratify_Treaty_with_Skoura\|a treaty with the Skouran Consolidation]], in which they pledge to ''"return, at reasonable costs, any cultural and historical artefacts of the Skouran people that are uncovered as they developed the territory".'' Technically that means the Saltstone will need to be returned to the Skourans.

	Of course that is ''surely'' better than allowing such a powerful item from falling into the hands of the Grendel? What's more, the treaty says "at reasonable costs", which certainly implies there is room to negotiate these things. Ancient Skoura once included the coast of what is modern Mareave, but what remains of their nation has been completely land-locked for centuries.		Of course that is ''surely'' better than allowing such a powerful item from falling into the hands of the Grendel? What's more, the treaty says "at reasonable costs", which certainly implies there is room to negotiate these things. Ancient Skoura once included the coast of what is modern Mareave, but what remains of their nation has been completely land-locked for centuries.

Vsabo: /* Opportunity: Release the Spiteri Bequest */

2026-07-22T10:52:03Z

Opportunity: Release the Spiteri Bequest

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	===Opportunity: Release the ''Spiteri Bequest''===		===Opportunity: Release the ''Spiteri Bequest''===
	* '''Maistir Guaidre carries a small necklace looted during the raid on Sarvos'''		* '''Maistir Guaidre carries a small necklace looted during the raid on Sarvos'''
	* '''Returning the jewellery will fulfil the conditions of ''Spiteri Bequest'''''		* '''Returning the jewellery will fulfil the conditions of the ''Spiteri Bequest'''''
	* '''Whoever gives the necklaces to the League egregore can claim a level three fleet'''		* '''Whoever gives the necklaces to the League egregore can claim a level three fleet'''

Vsabo: /* Opportunity: Send Regards to Iontach Leagsaidh */

2026-07-22T10:44:25Z

Opportunity: Send Regards to Iontach Leagsaidh

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	''Leagsaidh Saim-garoth'' is understood to be an iontach, a Grendel mage healer, of some standing among the moriduns currently engaged in the Clisearn campaign. Reports indicate that she is supported by a number of orc and human orderlies, tending to injured soliders both during and following engagements with Imperial forces. The Uthni have been in contact with Leagsaidh via [[Call Winged Messenger]] as part of a long-running feud between the two parties. The orcs are owed considerable resources from business dealings and a supply of forged healing draughts that the mage delivered years ago. They have been attempting for some time to cajole her into making good on her old promises and offer recompense for the bad deal. Now they plan to send a different message.		''Leagsaidh Saim-garoth'' is understood to be an iontach, a Grendel mage healer, of some standing among the moriduns currently engaged in the Clisearn campaign. Reports indicate that she is supported by a number of orc and human orderlies, tending to injured soliders both during and following engagements with Imperial forces. The Uthni have been in contact with Leagsaidh via [[Call Winged Messenger]] as part of a long-running feud between the two parties. The orcs are owed considerable resources from business dealings and a supply of forged healing draughts that the mage delivered years ago. They have been attempting for some time to cajole her into making good on her old promises and offer recompense for the bad deal. Now they plan to send a different message.

	Ten thrones are promised to whoever can ruin both Leagsaidh's legs, curse her, or mete out some other suitable punishment to her, sending a very obvious message that the Uthni are serious about getting what is theirs. However the healer must survive, no payment will be made if Saim-garoth is slain in battle. The orcs are able to contact her via autumn ritual and will eventually learn that she has died, along with their chances of recovering their loses. Leagsaidh owns a powerful [[Grimnir's Hearthfire]] with their name inscribed on it. To claim the bounty, a citizen need merely place Leagsaidh's wand in an [[Ephisis' Scale\|Ephisis box]] and payment will be forthcoming in time for the Autumn Equinox as soon as the Uthni have confirmed that the healer has survived		Ten thrones are promised to whoever can ruin both Leagsaidh's legs, curse her, or mete out some other suitable punishment to her, sending a very obvious message that the Uthni are serious about getting what is theirs. However the healer must survive, no payment will be made if Saim-garoth is slain in battle. The orcs are able to contact her via autumn ritual and will eventually learn that she has died, along with their chances of recovering their loses. Leagsaidh owns a powerful [[Grimnir's Hearthfire]] with their name inscribed on it. To claim the bounty, a citizen need merely place Leagsaidh's wand in an [[Ephisis' Scale\|Ephisis box]] and payment will be forthcoming in time for the Autumn Equinox as soon as the Uthni have confirmed that the healer has survived.

	===Opportunity: Release the ''Spiteri Bequest''===		===Opportunity: Release the ''Spiteri Bequest''===

Vsabo: /* Battle: Salt and Stone */

2026-07-22T10:36:45Z

Battle: Salt and Stone

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	Unfortunately for the Maistir, he has been betrayed. Overseer Hook of the Surveyors' Cartel in the City of Locks has made a profitable introduction between civil servants supporting the [[Imperial Spymaster]] and ''Colm Firewater'', a disgruntled rival of the Brothaigh and a Grendel defector. Colm was ruined five years ago by the Maistir when a deal fell through and has been searching for a way to get his revenge ever since. Overseer Hook has helped him spill his guts to the Empire in exchange for a heavy purse and passage on a ship to Sarcophan. Colm's treachery to Brothaigh has revealed the Grendel's plans to the Empire and offered a chance to thwart their actions.		Unfortunately for the Maistir, he has been betrayed. Overseer Hook of the Surveyors' Cartel in the City of Locks has made a profitable introduction between civil servants supporting the [[Imperial Spymaster]] and ''Colm Firewater'', a disgruntled rival of the Brothaigh and a Grendel defector. Colm was ruined five years ago by the Maistir when a deal fell through and has been searching for a way to get his revenge ever since. Overseer Hook has helped him spill his guts to the Empire in exchange for a heavy purse and passage on a ship to Sarcophan. Colm's treachery to Brothaigh has revealed the Grendel's plans to the Empire and offered a chance to thwart their actions.

	The Maistir is planning to retrieve ~~the~~ the ''Saltbound Stone'', which according to legend is a partially complete ritual text provided by an eternal of the Autumn realm. Once completed it would enable a ritual coven to summon a citadel and a flotilla to defend the coast. Imperial magicians have tried for years to convince an eternal to provide an assurance for ''something'' like this, and never found one that would agree. The Grendel Maistir is gambling everything he has on the legend being true, if he is right then the stone is almost certainly priceless.		The Maistir is planning to retrieve the ''Saltbound Stone'', which according to legend is a partially complete ritual text provided by an eternal of the Autumn realm. Once completed it would enable a ritual coven to summon a citadel and a flotilla to defend the coast. Imperial magicians have tried for years to convince an eternal to provide an assurance for ''something'' like this, and never found one that would agree. The Grendel Maistir is gambling everything he has on the legend being true, if he is right then the stone is almost certainly priceless.

	Imperial prognosticators have detected a conjunction to the ''Ruins of Sinat'' in Clisearn, Mareave. The Sentinel Gate will enable travel to the location on the Sunday of the Summer Solstice.		Imperial prognosticators have detected a conjunction to the ''Ruins of Sinat'' in Clisearn, Mareave. The Sentinel Gate will enable travel to the location on the Sunday of the Summer Solstice.

Vsabo: /* Battle: Salt and Stone */

2026-07-22T10:35:34Z

Battle: Salt and Stone

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	==Battle: Salt and Stone==		==Battle: Salt and Stone==
	As the campaign raged on in Clisearn, various factions have been looking for ways to profit. One such group is led by ''Maistir Brothaigh'', a well-connected military commander who has made as much of his fortune from looting priceless relics, ~~than~~ he has from military campaigning. Brothaigh has followed up a string of rumours and clues that he has been able to corroborate as Grendel forces have progressed through Clisearn. They have led the commander and his force to the ''Ruins of Sinat'' - once a historic Skouran trading station. He is here hoping to secure a valuable magical scroll.		As the campaign raged on in Clisearn, various factions have been looking for ways to profit. One such group is led by ''Maistir Brothaigh'', a well-connected military commander who has made as much of his fortune from looting priceless relics, as he has from military campaigning. Brothaigh has followed up a string of rumours and clues that he has been able to corroborate as Grendel forces have progressed through Clisearn. They have led the commander and his force to the ''Ruins of Sinat'' - once a historic Skouran trading station. He is here hoping to secure a valuable magical scroll.

	Unfortunately for the Maistir, he has been betrayed. Overseer Hook of the Surveyors' Cartel in the City of Locks has made a profitable introduction between civil servants supporting the [[Imperial Spymaster]] and ''Colm Firewater'', a disgruntled rival of the Brothaigh and a Grendel defector. Colm was ruined five years ago by the Maistir when a deal fell through and has been searching for a way to get his revenge ever since. Overseer Hook has helped him spill his guts to the Empire in exchange for a heavy purse and passage on a ship to Sarcophan. Colm's treachery to Brothaigh has revealed the Grendel's plans to the Empire and offered a chance to thwart their actions.		Unfortunately for the Maistir, he has been betrayed. Overseer Hook of the Surveyors' Cartel in the City of Locks has made a profitable introduction between civil servants supporting the [[Imperial Spymaster]] and ''Colm Firewater'', a disgruntled rival of the Brothaigh and a Grendel defector. Colm was ruined five years ago by the Maistir when a deal fell through and has been searching for a way to get his revenge ever since. Overseer Hook has helped him spill his guts to the Empire in exchange for a heavy purse and passage on a ship to Sarcophan. Colm's treachery to Brothaigh has revealed the Grendel's plans to the Empire and offered a chance to thwart their actions.

Kirkbride: /* The Skouran Consolidation */

2026-07-21T20:32:29Z

The Skouran Consolidation

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	That Saltstone is almost useless to people with no coast. They are no fools, they will understand how valuable it is, but surely the Skourans would be willing to negotiate?		That Saltstone is almost useless to people with no coast. They are no fools, they will understand how valuable it is, but surely the Skourans would be willing to negotiate?

			==A Backhanded Request (Spiral)==
			* '''A merchant company of Grendel are readying to threaten the mining operation at the Legacy'''
			* '''This skirmish is a [[Accessibility#Combat_Highly_Likely\|combat highly likely]] encounter'''
			* '''The ''Custodian of the Legacy'' is [[Sentinel_Gate#Prognostication\|responsible]] for intercepting the mercenaries pay'''
			{{AgainstBarbarians}}
			Last season, the Vorlach Adventurers were able to [[Deep_blue_sea#Nightfall_(Spiral)\|escape]] Spiral, fending off the [[Oblivion Sentinel]] and their allies. Now, ''Eilidh'', maistir of the Haurlatch Iron Consortium, is using the information gathered by the Vorlach Adventurers to recruit for an attack on the [[Legacy]].

			''Eilidh'' has gathered funds and has put out the call for a raid into [[Spiral]], with promises that anyone who accompanies them will be warded against the malignancy of the {{Black Plateau}}. The maistir will have the funds on them to pay the mercenaries, and if it can be intercepted, then the raid will stall before it can even start.

			The [[Legacy\|Custodian of the Legacy]], '''Rafael Barossa d'Apulian''', is responsible for killing the Grendel maistir and seizing the mercenary purse. The purse is a healthy reward for whoever can claim it - at least twenty thrones - while also preventing the attack. If the maistir escapes with the purse, then Legacy will be raided, reducing production by ten wains for the Autumn Equinox.

			As the Haurlatch Iron Consortium are a mercenary company, it is possible that if things go wrong and there are Imperials down behind enemy lines, it might be possible to barter for them back. But the civil service advises that such a cost is likely to be steep: at least six crowns for each downed Imperial.

			<box><big>'''{{Black Plateau}}'''</big><br>
			All characters on the ''A Backhanded Request'' skirmish will be under the effect of [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] that cannot be removed whilst on the skirmish and experience heightened emotions unless they:
			* Expend a hero point upon entering the area
			* Are subject to an anointing
			* Overcome the oppression using their [[Cambion#Roleplaying_Cambion\|cambion]] lineage
			* Are bonded to a magical item or have a ritual enchantment that mitigates effects like these
			</box>

Kirkbride: /* Opportunity: Pay Off the Ilium Jackals */

2026-07-21T18:10:48Z

Opportunity: Pay Off the Ilium Jackals

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	Led by ''Maarten Nydeggen Vam Braam'', the Ilium Jackals are a far-travelled group that originate from the great city of Sarcophan. Operating ostensibly as a mercenary company, the outfit are more focused on exploration, seeking lost wealth, but like many sell swords they are experienced at plunder and pillaging. Arriving in Mareave as a 'third party' to the conflict in the territory, they were hired by the Maistir to help him locate the ''Brazen Clavis'' that the Grendel require to open the Vaults; an act for which they have been richly rewarded.		Led by ''Maarten Nydeggen Vam Braam'', the Ilium Jackals are a far-travelled group that originate from the great city of Sarcophan. Operating ostensibly as a mercenary company, the outfit are more focused on exploration, seeking lost wealth, but like many sell swords they are experienced at plunder and pillaging. Arriving in Mareave as a 'third party' to the conflict in the territory, they were hired by the Maistir to help him locate the ''Brazen Clavis'' that the Grendel require to open the Vaults; an act for which they have been richly rewarded.

	With the Maistir close to recovering the scroll, the Jackals are aware that they will soon be out of contract. According to Overseer Hook, they would be open to swapping sides if paid handsomely. If the Jackals can be contacted during the battle by citizens of [[the League]], acting at the behest of the [[Wolves of War]] [[general]], or citizens of [[Varushka]] acting on behalf of the general of the [[Boyar's Hasta]] then they are likely to be amenable to negotiation. The company would offer their services to act as looters and raiders - allowing the Imperial army they sign up with to freely take the foraging action for the next year. According to Hook, they will ask for 40 thrones for a year's contract, but could be had for half that figure if the Empire has time to haggle. They won't expect to be paid immediately - they won't want coin delivered on an active battlefield - but the general would be wise to ensure payment is provided before the end of the Autumn Equinox. It's not wise to ~~welch~~ on your debts with a mercenary group of thieves and raiders who have contact with the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]].		With the Maistir close to recovering the scroll, the Jackals are aware that they will soon be out of contract. According to Overseer Hook, they would be open to swapping sides if paid handsomely. If the Jackals can be contacted during the battle by citizens of [[the League]], acting at the behest of the [[Wolves of War]] [[general]], or citizens of [[Varushka]] acting on behalf of the general of the [[Boyar's Hasta]] then they are likely to be amenable to negotiation. The company would offer their services to act as looters and raiders - allowing the Imperial army they sign up with to freely take the foraging action for the next year. According to Hook, they will ask for 40 thrones for a year's contract, but could be had for half that figure if the Empire has time to haggle. They won't expect to be paid immediately - they won't want coin delivered on an active battlefield - but the general would be wise to ensure payment is provided before the end of the Autumn Equinox. It's not wise to renege on your debts with a mercenary group of thieves and raiders who have contact with the [[Basileia\|City of Locks]].

	===Opportunity: Send Regards to Iontach Leagsaidh===		===Opportunity: Send Regards to Iontach Leagsaidh===

Kirkbride: /* Opportunity: Send Regards to Iontach Leagsaidh */

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Opportunity: Send Regards to Iontach Leagsaidh

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	''Leagsaidh Saim-garoth'' is understood to be an iontach, a Grendel mage healer, of some standing among the moriduns currently engaged in the Clisearn campaign. Reports indicate that she is supported by a number of orc and human orderlies, tending to injured soliders both during and following engagements with Imperial forces. The Uthni have been in contact with Leagsaidh via [[Call Winged Messenger]] as part of a long-running feud between the two parties. The orcs are owed considerable resources from business dealings and a supply of forged healing draughts that the mage delivered years ago. They have been attempting for some time to cajole her into making good on her old promises and offer recompense for the bad deal. Now they plan to send a different message.		''Leagsaidh Saim-garoth'' is understood to be an iontach, a Grendel mage healer, of some standing among the moriduns currently engaged in the Clisearn campaign. Reports indicate that she is supported by a number of orc and human orderlies, tending to injured soliders both during and following engagements with Imperial forces. The Uthni have been in contact with Leagsaidh via [[Call Winged Messenger]] as part of a long-running feud between the two parties. The orcs are owed considerable resources from business dealings and a supply of forged healing draughts that the mage delivered years ago. They have been attempting for some time to cajole her into making good on her old promises and offer recompense for the bad deal. Now they plan to send a different message.

	Ten thrones are promised to whoever can ruin both Leagsaidh's legs, curse her, or mete out some other suitable punishment to her, sending a very obvious message that the Uthni are serious about getting what is theirs. However the healer must survive, no payment will be made if Saim-garoth is slain in battle. The orcs are able to contact her via autumn ritual and will eventually learn that she has died, along with their chances of recovering their loses. Leagsaidh owns a powerful [[Grimnir's Hearthfire]] with their name inscribed on it. To claim the bounty, a citizen need merely place Leagsaidh's wand in an [[Ephisis Scale\|Ephisis box]] and payment will be forthcoming in time for the Autumn Equinox as soon as the Uthni have confirmed that the healer has survived		Ten thrones are promised to whoever can ruin both Leagsaidh's legs, curse her, or mete out some other suitable punishment to her, sending a very obvious message that the Uthni are serious about getting what is theirs. However the healer must survive, no payment will be made if Saim-garoth is slain in battle. The orcs are able to contact her via autumn ritual and will eventually learn that she has died, along with their chances of recovering their loses. Leagsaidh owns a powerful [[Grimnir's Hearthfire]] with their name inscribed on it. To claim the bounty, a citizen need merely place Leagsaidh's wand in an [[Ephisis' Scale\|Ephisis box]] and payment will be forthcoming in time for the Autumn Equinox as soon as the Uthni have confirmed that the healer has survived

	===Opportunity: Release the ''Spiteri Bequest''===		===Opportunity: Release the ''Spiteri Bequest''===

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	<div style="float:left; width: 500px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Grendel and Warbeast.jpg\|caption=The Salt Lords continue to pursue their ambition of regaining control of Mareave.\|align=left\|width=500}}</div>		<div style="float:left; width: 500px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Grendel and Warbeast.jpg\|caption=The Salt Lords continue to pursue their ambition of regaining control of Mareave.\|align=left\|width=500}}</div>
	==After Spring==		==After Spring==
			{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCMG2kOVzB8}}
	In the days following the Spring Equinox, [[Frozen Citadel of Cathan Canae\|fortifications]] bloom across Mareave like flowers after the rain. In [[Mareave#Icarion\|Icarion]], a tower of white marble and blue ice garrisoned by pale-eyed elfin warriors in chain and silk. Over [[Mareave#Nadir\|Nadir]], a keep of ice with six cruel iron minarets from which squat hirsute archers scan the hills. Yet both are dwarfed by the citadel that rises in southern [[Mareave#Clisearn\|Clisearn]]. ''Iskander's Donjon'', a boon granted by the [[Cathan Canae\|Queen of Ice and Darkness]] and [[Wide_azure_skies#Objective:_Summon_Iskanders_Donjon\|called forth]] from the [[regio]] at the ''Ohwinn Scour'' on the battlefields of Mareave. The Donjon is a massive monolithic castle of adamant, with a grand gatehouse from which the [[inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] of the ''Breath of Winter'' issue forth to aid the defence of the Unshackled territory. These mighty warriors, sheathed in heavy armour that conceals their features from the Imperial soldiers they fight alongside bear massive iron tower-shields marked with a sigil of blue flame. When they battle the invading Grendel, the runes worked into their armour ignite surrounding them in a flickering aura of blue-white fire that cows their enemies and adds weight to their dreadful blows. All told, the three magical fortresses bring with them nearly two entire armies of supernatural warriors drawn from the frigid realm of the ''Immovable One'', to fight alongside the Imperial Orcs and defend their lands against the Grendel.		In the days following the Spring Equinox, [[Frozen Citadel of Cathan Canae\|fortifications]] bloom across Mareave like flowers after the rain. In [[Mareave#Icarion\|Icarion]], a tower of white marble and blue ice garrisoned by pale-eyed elfin warriors in chain and silk. Over [[Mareave#Nadir\|Nadir]], a keep of ice with six cruel iron minarets from which squat hirsute archers scan the hills. Yet both are dwarfed by the citadel that rises in southern [[Mareave#Clisearn\|Clisearn]]. ''Iskander's Donjon'', a boon granted by the [[Cathan Canae\|Queen of Ice and Darkness]] and [[Wide_azure_skies#Objective:_Summon_Iskanders_Donjon\|called forth]] from the [[regio]] at the ''Ohwinn Scour'' on the battlefields of Mareave. The Donjon is a massive monolithic castle of adamant, with a grand gatehouse from which the [[inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] of the ''Breath of Winter'' issue forth to aid the defence of the Unshackled territory. These mighty warriors, sheathed in heavy armour that conceals their features from the Imperial soldiers they fight alongside bear massive iron tower-shields marked with a sigil of blue flame. When they battle the invading Grendel, the runes worked into their armour ignite surrounding them in a flickering aura of blue-white fire that cows their enemies and adds weight to their dreadful blows. All told, the three magical fortresses bring with them nearly two entire armies of supernatural warriors drawn from the frigid realm of the ''Immovable One'', to fight alongside the Imperial Orcs and defend their lands against the Grendel.
	<div style="float:right; width: 250px; clear: right;">[[file:CathCane002.webp\|align=right\|width=250]]</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 250px; clear: right;">[[file:CathCane002.webp\|align=right\|width=250]]</div>