THE WANING STRENGTH OF EMPIRES

Across the vast and sprawling domains of once mighty empires, a pervasive sense of unease has taken root. The cornerstones that for centuries supported their dominion are showing undeniable signs of fracture. Rebellions erupt in previously provinces, dissatisfaction festers among the populace, and once-loyal vassals begin to question the emperor's

The year 845 AD. A chill wind whistled across the Seine River, carrying with it the scent carrying salt and fear. The Norsemen had arrived, a stormy swarm of warriors seeking riches. Their longships, like serpents, sliced through the waters, their flags fluttering in the wind. A city once confident now trembled beneath the shadow of Ragnarök. Pari