In the month of Miraman, 718 AF, the clarion voice of a warhorn resonated from shore to shore, a trumpetted call to arms. In response, the inhabitants of the Siroccian Mountains stirred, the clang of steel and tramping of heavy boots echoing off the blasted peaks as an army gathered.

Casting His sights upon the world, the Supreme Commander made His presence known. His voice rose in a thunderous boom across the battlefields and plains of Achaea, calling upon all Achaeans to join Him in war. Stating that the time for peace was long since over, the looming conflict in the Underworld necessitated a mustering of armies.

The God of War declared that the Underworld rebellion required a victor, and an invitation was extended to all who would heed His summons: rally to His demesne in the Temple of War for a situation briefing.

A crowd grew upon the battlements of the Aegean Keep, every man and woman awaiting more information about the rising tensions in the Underworld. The stone parapets trembled underfoot as the thunderous march of wardrums heralded Lord Aegis' return to His Temple. The Strategist revealed His interest in the outcome of the brewing war and called forth His Demigods to introduce their roles as enablers in the campaign.

The Demigods, at the command of the Warrior God, spoke with the gathered crowd, disseminating information relevant to the fledgeling Underworld factions. The minutes bled into hours as each servant of the took to different chambers in the Temple of War, fielding questions about the looming conflict and the motivations of each side.

Belladona, motivated by age old hatred, aimed to both force out Zsarachnor and secure herself as Queen of the Underworld.

Zsarachnor sought to return to his seat of Slith's advisor, believing himself to be the best candidate while crushing his opposition along the way.

The Ur'Vampire Gerzson and Death Knight Lord Kemnast believed that both Belladona and Zsarachnor have no place in the Underworld and as long-serving subjects of the kingdom, remain dedicated to serving the throne, whoever the King may be.

The Ur'Vampires Tizane and Zigana angled themselves as reputable scientists and researchers of the Underworld, banking on their technology to convince Slith that they would be the wisest and strongest candidates.

The Ur'Vampires Asztrik and Prioska wielded their influence and power well, willing to do whatever it takes to gain control over the Soulbleed Nexus, including puppeting Slith as his right and left hands.

Bidding His servants to conclude their explanations swiftly, Aegis identified a disturbance upon the Sangre Plains: the representatives for each faction had arrived upon the ancient battlefield, ready to begin their recruitment exercise and offering medallions to any who sought to ally with their Masters' or Mistresses' goals.

All but one.

Cutting through the commotion, the sinister voice of Magister Dominar bade Rhuzios, the Mummified Lord to return to his side, citing the lack of interest in the Underworld rebellion as he turned his attention back to his work.

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Summary: Aegis, God of War sounded a call to war, gathering those who would heed the summons for a briefing upon the Underworld rebellion. Soon after, the representatives of each faction tracked their way to the Sangre Plains for open recruitment. Magister Dominar withdrew from the rebellion war, bidding Rhuzios, the Mummy Lord to return to his side to continue his work.

Penned by My hand on the 10th of Miraman, in the year 718 AF.