THE WANING STRENGTH OF EMPIRES

Across the vast and sprawling territories of once mighty empires, a pervasive sense of unease has taken hold. The pillars that for centuries upheld their dominion are showing undeniable signs of decay. Rebellions erupt in distant provinces, discontent festers among the populace, and once-loyal vassals begin to doubt the emperor's right to rule. The

The year the year of our Lord eight hundred and forty-five AD. A chill wind whistled across the Seine River, carrying with it the scent of salt and fear. The Norsemen were amongst us, a horde swarm of warriors seeking glory. Their longships, like serpents, sliced through the waters, their standards billowing in the wind. A city once proud now tremb