Further to my previous discourse, my Lord, I present further descriptions of a number of locations to be found in the Border Princes.
The Crippled Hills & The Lakes of the Lady - The Crippled Hills are called such after the strange rock formations and unusually shaped hills that have lead some to remark that the land itself were crippled. It should be noted that the Lakes of the Lady are not to be confused with Bretonnian folklore relating to ‘The Lady of the Lake’. They actually received their name when, years ago, the Lord of the State of Darstadt gave the lakes in his realm to his lady wife as a marriage present. Sadly, on her first boating trip across one of the lakes the boat capsized and she drowned. Whilst both areas used to be part of Darstadt they are now under control of The Slaanesh of Lord Tragen, and the depleted human state struggles to keep back the forces of Chaos.
Madritte - Once the capital of the Bretonnian lands in the Border Princes, and an important trading partner with Freihafen and Karak Izor, Madritte fell to the forces of darkness in campaigns over a year ago. Now it is controlled by the forces of the Tomb Kings, who are rebuilding it to be the capital of their new empire. Using the captured Bretonianns as slaves the Tomb Princes have almost completed construction of a mighty pyramid designed to focus magical energies. The Dwarfs of Karak Izor and the Caledonian Elves are gaining territory close by, and only they may be able to halt the evil plans of the Hierophants, though it remains to be seen whether they can put their differences aside and fight their common foe.
Tombs of Cairnos - To those who do not know what they are looking at, the Tombs appear to be nothing more than a small hill range. However venturing into the lands, one can find stone doorways set into the slopes, entrances to the barrows of ancient armies. These have been left undisturbed by the men of the Border Princes, for a great doom would surely come upon those who opened them. Only one name has filtered down through the aeons, kept alive in the histories of the folk of the area. That name is Cairnos, the leader of the great army, though whether a good or evil man no-one is sure.
Castle Vendrack - Once this was one of four large settlements owned by the Bretonnian colonists in the Border princes. On the edge of the Blighted Wastes, Vendrack was built as a mighty fortress both as a defence against the things that lurked amongst the Wastes, and as a base from which excursions could venture to explore the ruins of Camargh. Following one such undertaking it is believed an ancient artefact was recovered and returned to Vendrack. When the ruler of the Border Prince Bretonnians demanded the artefact handed over the lords of Vendrack refused and severed their contact with the other cities. Forces from Lestanne (to the North) and Fort Crespe (to the South) amrched to Vendrack, but were repelled by unexpected forces - those of the Undead. The Lords of Vendrack revealed themselves as Vampires, and so far have resisted the Bretonnians, in part due to an unholy alliance with the Tomb Kings of the Blighted Wastes.
Fort Kom - The Imperials of the Border Princes, during their time under the Elector Count of Stirland, located a ruined castle close to the south coast, guarding the entrance to the river Dar. The nearby villagers knew it as Kom’s Citadel, and the Imperials set to rebuilding it as well as subjugating the locals. This was possibly in part to gain some influence over Dartsadt which lies up river, but mostly to start a trading post with access to the Black Gulf. Rebuilding work never got past two of the castle’s towers as constant pressure from Dark Elf raiders slowed construction. The fickle Elector Count grew tired of the slow progress and, distracted with goings on around Freihafen, ceased building aid to what was now named Fort Kom. The Empire still hold the fort and some of the surrounding area, and have so far been successful in holding it against the Druchii.
Arnatos - To the west of area I am describing stands the city of Arnatos, one of the independent states that gives the Border Princes its name. Arnatos controls the Shining Hills, so named for their large silver deposits, as well as deep veins of iron ore. This has lead Arnatos to become a rich nation, and once an important trading partner with the Bretonnians. However since the vampires of Castle Vendrack revealed themselves the prince of Arnatos has cut ties with the Bretonianns, believing them all infested by the vampiric curse. Arnatos’ silver has been sent further west, sending for mercenaries from Tilea and beyond to protect the city from the encroaching undead.
The Black Tower - Far to the east of the Border Princes, where the area meets the Desolate Plains, stands a stark black tower, which has been given a rather unimaginative name. It is unknown when this was built, though it appears to be very ancient. Also unknown is who occupies it, though scouts have reported movement and lights around the building. It is rumoured that the prince of the city-state of Somjek is in contact with the dark masters of the Black Tower, though we have no proof of this.
I have covered many of the locations now. In further writings I shall discuss recent events, and if time permits shall relate to you the events surrounding of the great battle of Camargh.
The Crippled Hills & The Lakes of the Lady - The Crippled Hills are called such after the strange rock formations and unusually shaped hills that have lead some to remark that the land itself were crippled. It should be noted that the Lakes of the Lady are not to be confused with Bretonnian folklore relating to ‘The Lady of the Lake’. They actually received their name when, years ago, the Lord of the State of Darstadt gave the lakes in his realm to his lady wife as a marriage present. Sadly, on her first boating trip across one of the lakes the boat capsized and she drowned. Whilst both areas used to be part of Darstadt they are now under control of The Slaanesh of Lord Tragen, and the depleted human state struggles to keep back the forces of Chaos.
Madritte - Once the capital of the Bretonnian lands in the Border Princes, and an important trading partner with Freihafen and Karak Izor, Madritte fell to the forces of darkness in campaigns over a year ago. Now it is controlled by the forces of the Tomb Kings, who are rebuilding it to be the capital of their new empire. Using the captured Bretonianns as slaves the Tomb Princes have almost completed construction of a mighty pyramid designed to focus magical energies. The Dwarfs of Karak Izor and the Caledonian Elves are gaining territory close by, and only they may be able to halt the evil plans of the Hierophants, though it remains to be seen whether they can put their differences aside and fight their common foe.
Tombs of Cairnos - To those who do not know what they are looking at, the Tombs appear to be nothing more than a small hill range. However venturing into the lands, one can find stone doorways set into the slopes, entrances to the barrows of ancient armies. These have been left undisturbed by the men of the Border Princes, for a great doom would surely come upon those who opened them. Only one name has filtered down through the aeons, kept alive in the histories of the folk of the area. That name is Cairnos, the leader of the great army, though whether a good or evil man no-one is sure.
Castle Vendrack - Once this was one of four large settlements owned by the Bretonnian colonists in the Border princes. On the edge of the Blighted Wastes, Vendrack was built as a mighty fortress both as a defence against the things that lurked amongst the Wastes, and as a base from which excursions could venture to explore the ruins of Camargh. Following one such undertaking it is believed an ancient artefact was recovered and returned to Vendrack. When the ruler of the Border Prince Bretonnians demanded the artefact handed over the lords of Vendrack refused and severed their contact with the other cities. Forces from Lestanne (to the North) and Fort Crespe (to the South) amrched to Vendrack, but were repelled by unexpected forces - those of the Undead. The Lords of Vendrack revealed themselves as Vampires, and so far have resisted the Bretonnians, in part due to an unholy alliance with the Tomb Kings of the Blighted Wastes.
Fort Kom - The Imperials of the Border Princes, during their time under the Elector Count of Stirland, located a ruined castle close to the south coast, guarding the entrance to the river Dar. The nearby villagers knew it as Kom’s Citadel, and the Imperials set to rebuilding it as well as subjugating the locals. This was possibly in part to gain some influence over Dartsadt which lies up river, but mostly to start a trading post with access to the Black Gulf. Rebuilding work never got past two of the castle’s towers as constant pressure from Dark Elf raiders slowed construction. The fickle Elector Count grew tired of the slow progress and, distracted with goings on around Freihafen, ceased building aid to what was now named Fort Kom. The Empire still hold the fort and some of the surrounding area, and have so far been successful in holding it against the Druchii.
Arnatos - To the west of area I am describing stands the city of Arnatos, one of the independent states that gives the Border Princes its name. Arnatos controls the Shining Hills, so named for their large silver deposits, as well as deep veins of iron ore. This has lead Arnatos to become a rich nation, and once an important trading partner with the Bretonnians. However since the vampires of Castle Vendrack revealed themselves the prince of Arnatos has cut ties with the Bretonianns, believing them all infested by the vampiric curse. Arnatos’ silver has been sent further west, sending for mercenaries from Tilea and beyond to protect the city from the encroaching undead.
The Black Tower - Far to the east of the Border Princes, where the area meets the Desolate Plains, stands a stark black tower, which has been given a rather unimaginative name. It is unknown when this was built, though it appears to be very ancient. Also unknown is who occupies it, though scouts have reported movement and lights around the building. It is rumoured that the prince of the city-state of Somjek is in contact with the dark masters of the Black Tower, though we have no proof of this.
I have covered many of the locations now. In further writings I shall discuss recent events, and if time permits shall relate to you the events surrounding of the great battle of Camargh.
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