THE CRUMBLING PILLARS

Across the vast and sprawling territories of once mighty empires, a pervasive sense of unease has taken root. The pillars that for centuries supported their rule are showing undeniable signs of decay. Rebellions erupt in previously provinces, discontent festers among the populace, and once-loyal vassals begin to doubt the emperor's right to rule. T

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 emanating from salt and fear. The Norsemen were upon us, a horde swarm of warriors seeking plunder. Their longships, like beasts of the north, sliced through the waters, their standards waving in the wind. A city o