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Second Crown War

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The second official war between the Blackstone LegionBlackstone Legion\#location General Knowledge A fierce and strong faction forming the Eastern side of the * Paradian Empire* and the Laylan Continent. Blackstone Legion.jpg Architecture: 3 blackstone towers §  They, much like the Betrayer Gods, believe that nurturing everybody would eventually lead them to destruction. This doesn’t mean that they leave those who are in need, but rather care well for the poor and unwell. ·  Many Minotaur, Loxodon and Goliath (more individualized folk) live here. §  East Lay and the Veridian EnclaveVeridian Enclave\#location A bountiful and nature-filled faction forming the Western side of the Paradian Empire and the Laylan Continent. Veridian Enclave.jpg * They, much like the Cultivator Deities, believe that to nurture others will undoubtedly lead to this same generosity to oneself. This doesn’t mean that they are not willing to fight, but rather sometimes hard truths are what an individual needs to grow and if this means combat then so be it. *  West Laylan is known for the dense Paradian Jungle wh. It is unsure what the origins of the conflict were, some believe there was a sordid and secret relationship between members of the rulers between the two factions, others speculate there was an unknown party that instigated the conflict, majority believe it is was a matter of resources similar to the first war.

Timeline

Sometime within the year 971PD the second crown war begins as both factions meet on the isthmus of the continent of Laylan. No attempts at friendly communications are issued.

A long war

Several years go by as the conflict escalates and lulls there are several points within the 12 years of war where new issues reignite the conflict:

Differing Ideologies

For the first few years of war, the history between the two factions especially the First Crown WarFirst Crown War\#War A long war of attrition between the Veridian Enclave and the Blackstone Legion for resources and land. Timeline Beginning in 533PD the people of Old Blackstone warn the people of the Veridian Enclave to become part of the Blackstone Legion or risk conflict and inevitable destruction. The Veridian Enclave respond with an attempt for peaceful negotiation but refuse to assimilate. Conflict ensues The conflict begins as Blackstone attempt to siege Enclave territory though the isthmus bet, was enough for both factions to continue fighting.

Yet with increased animosity, midway through the 3rd year of the war, the difference in ideologies reminiscent of the Cultivator Deities and the Betrayer gods similar to The DuskThe Dusk\#Worldbuilding dusk.jpg These gods however had varying ideals for the plane of Adestria and split into factions befitting their ideals. One faction (The Cultivator Deities) believing that all life should be nurtured; another (The Betrayer gods) believing that nurturing all life will lead them to complacency and dependency and thus should learn to fend for themselves, and a final set of gods whom joined neither faction due to various reasons. Thus the Cultivator Deities fought the Betrayer god was brought into play as religious ideologies conflicted. The future dawned upon each nation that the religious laws of the other faction would be enforced dividing the people more.

The Broken Treaty

With depleted resources after 7 years of war, official dignitaries from both factions are sent to attempt to sign a treaty. The communications fall through as a member of the liason's that the Veridian EnclaveVeridian Enclave\#location A bountiful and nature-filled faction forming the Western side of the Paradian Empire and the Laylan Continent. Veridian Enclave.jpg * They, much like the Cultivator Deities, believe that to nurture others will undoubtedly lead to this same generosity to oneself. This doesn’t mean that they are not willing to fight, but rather sometimes hard truths are what an individual needs to grow and if this means combat then so be it. *  West Laylan is known for the dense Paradian Jungle wh had sent is assassinated on the road. The conflict flares up in response and the war continues.

A New Ruler

At the 9th year of war the reigning ruler of the Blackstone LegionBlackstone Legion\#location General Knowledge A fierce and strong faction forming the Eastern side of the * Paradian Empire* and the Laylan Continent. Blackstone Legion.jpg Architecture: 3 blackstone towers §  They, much like the Betrayer Gods, believe that nurturing everybody would eventually lead them to destruction. This doesn’t mean that they leave those who are in need, but rather care well for the poor and unwell. ·  Many Minotaur, Loxodon and Goliath (more individualized folk) live here. §  East Lay, Torrid Blackstone, dies of old age to which his wife and queen becomes ruler in lieu of the current heir who is only 7 years of age. She is corrupt and driven by madness that the young heir to the throne might die, especially if they were to lose the war to the Veridian EnclaveVeridian Enclave\#location A bountiful and nature-filled faction forming the Western side of the Paradian Empire and the Laylan Continent. Veridian Enclave.jpg * They, much like the Cultivator Deities, believe that to nurture others will undoubtedly lead to this same generosity to oneself. This doesn’t mean that they are not willing to fight, but rather sometimes hard truths are what an individual needs to grow and if this means combat then so be it. *  West Laylan is known for the dense Paradian Jungle wh.

She begins enslaving many non-combatants to join the war effort and the soldiers rally out of fear of their new ruler and of their precious loved ones who are now being conscripted.

The Empire Appears

Launching a three-fold attack, in the 11th year of the Second Crown War, the Paradian EmpireParadian Empire\#location The largest Empire in Adestria, ruled by a single monarch. The Empire was founded in 982PD as two warring factions, the Veridian Enclave and the Blackstone Legion, fought for control of the continent of Laylan, this conflict came to be known as the Second Crown War. By the power of the founding ruler Set Paradian and his right hand man Gren Alabaster, the Paradian Empire overpowered both factions before uniting them under one rule. Though each faction has vastly different ideologie appears from behind both forces as well as the very middle of the isthmus passage, the centre of the war.

For several reason this tactic was effective:

  • The Paradian EmpireParadian Empire\#location The largest Empire in Adestria, ruled by a single monarch. The Empire was founded in 982PD as two warring factions, the Veridian Enclave and the Blackstone Legion, fought for control of the continent of Laylan, this conflict came to be known as the Second Crown War. By the power of the founding ruler Set Paradian and his right hand man Gren Alabaster, the Paradian Empire overpowered both factions before uniting them under one rule. Though each faction has vastly different ideologie at the time was supposedly a small faction that had only officially named itself an empire in the previous year.
  • Due to the topology of the area, it was difficult for either faction to attempt a flank as sending a significant enough force across the seas was not stealthy enough as well as several failed attempts across the 11 years created a false sense of security within both factions.
  • Finally the third prong was especially unexpected due to neither faction understanding how they could arrive unnoticed in the centre of the war space. Having to suddenly defend against a new threat coming from several angles was too taxing and caused much disarray within the forces of the Blackstone LegionBlackstone Legion\#location General Knowledge A fierce and strong faction forming the Eastern side of the * Paradian Empire* and the Laylan Continent. Blackstone Legion.jpg Architecture: 3 blackstone towers §  They, much like the Betrayer Gods, believe that nurturing everybody would eventually lead them to destruction. This doesn’t mean that they leave those who are in need, but rather care well for the poor and unwell. ·  Many Minotaur, Loxodon and Goliath (more individualized folk) live here. §  East Lay and the Veridian EnclaveVeridian Enclave\#location A bountiful and nature-filled faction forming the Western side of the Paradian Empire and the Laylan Continent. Veridian Enclave.jpg * They, much like the Cultivator Deities, believe that to nurture others will undoubtedly lead to this same generosity to oneself. This doesn’t mean that they are not willing to fight, but rather sometimes hard truths are what an individual needs to grow and if this means combat then so be it. *  West Laylan is known for the dense Paradian Jungle wh.

Leading the charge within the centre of the war was the Paradian Commander Gren AlabasterHouse Alabaster\#Noble A house granted nobility for a renowned human adventurer turned Paradian Commander Gren Alabaster who was integral in the forming of the Empire back in 982PD and the Second Crown War. Heir Currently in its 62nd generation ruled by Grenfell Alabaster, whose second born son Johan is next in line. Ideals The House prides itself on being part of the common folk and humble beginnings, such that the next head in line within the family is determined by hard work. Coat of Arms A white Cor who swiftly led the conflict to an end by forcing both factions into submission.

Aftermath

3 months after the Paradian EmpireParadian Empire\#location The largest Empire in Adestria, ruled by a single monarch. The Empire was founded in 982PD as two warring factions, the Veridian Enclave and the Blackstone Legion, fought for control of the continent of Laylan, this conflict came to be known as the Second Crown War. By the power of the founding ruler Set Paradian and his right hand man Gren Alabaster, the Paradian Empire overpowered both factions before uniting them under one rule. Though each faction has vastly different ideologie appear the war ends in the year 983PD, 12 years later, with both the Veridian EnclaveVeridian Enclave\#location A bountiful and nature-filled faction forming the Western side of the Paradian Empire and the Laylan Continent. Veridian Enclave.jpg * They, much like the Cultivator Deities, believe that to nurture others will undoubtedly lead to this same generosity to oneself. This doesn’t mean that they are not willing to fight, but rather sometimes hard truths are what an individual needs to grow and if this means combat then so be it. *  West Laylan is known for the dense Paradian Jungle wh and Blackstone LegionBlackstone Legion\#location General Knowledge A fierce and strong faction forming the Eastern side of the * Paradian Empire* and the Laylan Continent. Blackstone Legion.jpg Architecture: 3 blackstone towers §  They, much like the Betrayer Gods, believe that nurturing everybody would eventually lead them to destruction. This doesn’t mean that they leave those who are in need, but rather care well for the poor and unwell. ·  Many Minotaur, Loxodon and Goliath (more individualized folk) live here. §  East Lay surrendering.

An invitation is issued to both factions to join as part of theParadian EmpireParadian Empire\#location The largest Empire in Adestria, ruled by a single monarch. The Empire was founded in 982PD as two warring factions, the Veridian Enclave and the Blackstone Legion, fought for control of the continent of Laylan, this conflict came to be known as the Second Crown War. By the power of the founding ruler Set Paradian and his right hand man Gren Alabaster, the Paradian Empire overpowered both factions before uniting them under one rule. Though each faction has vastly different ideologie, one united Empire but under its rule.

Taking stock of their remaining resources, both factions accept the invitation from the Empire to join. The ollowing year