The ships of the colonization fleet have landed in Norwold. During the voyage to Norwold, pirate corsairs twice attacked ship's separated from the fleet during squalls. In each skirmish, the pirates were driven off with light damage to the Alphatian ships.
A large armed camp has been established along the western shore of the Straits of Helskir. It is unclear if this is a temporary or permanent settlement. There are over 4,600 troops in the armed camp and over 3,600 migrants.
Konda Ignacious, the Hammer of Alphatia, leading a cavalry force of almost 2,000 rendezvoused at the armed camp after a successful 60 day campaign enforcing Alphatian rule in Norwold. ,
Sunday, March 10, 2019
Saturday, March 9, 2019
The Hammer of Alphatia begins reconquering Norwold
Konda Ignacious, also known as the Hammer of Alphatia, has begun the subjugation of the the natives of Norwold. Leading a force of over 1,000 heavy cavalry, 500 horse archers and 200 light cavalry, Konda's forces have reportedly already conquered several rebellious wood elve tribes and driven a renegade dwarf clan completely underground while plundering much of the upper levels of their stronghold.
There are reports of additional heavy foot troops arriving from Alphatia to reinforce Konda's already substantial force. It is rumored that a steady supply of reinforcements can be expected and by the end of the year, Konda's forces will number over 5,000 and increasing to 10,000 by the end of next year. Some speculate that the Hammer of Alphatia will soon visit Oceansend if the city does not quickly accept Alphatian sovereignty.
"The Dwarves and Elves are a Pox on the Western Lands (Norwold)," Konda told the Alphatian High Council. "My goal is to completely drive these foul vermin from the continent and to remove all threats to our new Western dominions."
Sunday, March 3, 2019
Cities of Norwold
Oceanscend, Free city of - This heavily fortified city is fiercely independent and prepared to defend its independence. The city has a population of over 20,000 and another 20,000 in prosperous farm and small villages in the surrounding 50 miles around the city. The city population includes 3,000 Dwarves, 2,000 Halflings and 500 Sea Elves. The population is very loyal to King Yarrvik. The city claims all land within 100 miles of the city. The Army of Oceansend consists of 1,500 heavy infantry, 3,000 light infantry and 1,500 archers.
Helskir - This neutral city on the Isle of Dawn has been conquered by both Thyatis and Alphatia on multiple occassions. Now, the population of 15,000 carefully balances a fragile neutrality. The surrounding countryside has an additional 25,000 farmers and villagers. Helskir has modest city defenses and a loyal army. The army of Helskir consists of 500 heavy infantry, 1,500 light infantry, 1,000 archers and 500 medium light cavalry
Additional Norwold Land Grants Awarded. The colonization fleet sails in 3 weeks!
Bruto Corba deputy of the Ordo Isada, has been awarded the fourth Norwold land-grant.
The Tangara is currently being provisioned for the journey to Norwold. It is reported that 40 level 1 heavy horsemen, 40 medium horsemen, 200 heavy footmen and 200 archers form the Ordo troops. 860 migrants are also expected to join.
Bruto has declared that the 40 level 1 heavy horsemen will be provided manors and sworn as landed knights. The Ordo Isada has long supported the manor system and it is not surprising that Bruto is taking the tradition to Norwold.
The traditional Ordo Isada knighthood pact is for the knight to be provided initially approximately one square mile of farmland and sufficient peasants to work the land. In return, the Knight swears an oath to his lord, provides 20% of the product of the land to his lord and provides himself, his squire and a minimum of 10 additional 'troops of quality' as needed to his lord for military service. It is not uncommon for the initial land or peasant allocation to be insufficient to support the required troops. In some cases the manor fails and the Knight is disenfranchised. In other cases, the manor is provided additional resources to meet obligations.
The Iron Crusader Mythas Bulga has been awarded the fifth Norwold land-grant.
Her followers are busily preparing the ship Ishmael. The Iron Crusader's forces consist of 100 heavy horsemen, 200 heavy footmen and 100 longbowmen. The large number of heavily armored troops she has rallied for the voyage to Norwold has led to rumors that the Holy Paladin has taken a secret oath or is planning a secret crusade. 900 pious migrants are travelling in support of Bulga's endeavors.
Veliko Yantra, the Axeman of the Black Woods has been awarded the sixth (and final - first wave) Norwold land-grant.
Yantra has been busy overseeing the loading of the ship Antos in preparation for the voyage to Norwold. The Axeman has mustered a force of 100 mounted bowmen and 200 longbowmen. 500 migrants from the deep woods are among Yantra's followers. As a longtime champion of woodland peasants, Yantra is expected to attract many future migrants to his Norwold dominion.
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