THE WANING STRENGTH OF EMPIRES

Across the vast and sprawling territories of once mighty empires, a pervasive sense of unease has taken hold. The cornerstones that for centuries supported their dominion are showing undeniable signs of corrosion. Rebellions ignite in previously provinces, resentment festers among the populace, and once-loyal vassals begin to doubt the emperor's ri

The year eight hundred 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 stormy swarm of warriors seeking glory. Their longships, like wolves, sliced through the waters, their flags waving in the wind. A city once peaceful now trembled beneath the threa