Chapter Title: Crimson Shadows over the Marshlands
The sound of war drums echoed from the distant east, reverberating through the mist-heavy swamp like a grim omen. As the newly fortified outer walls of the Swamp Kingdom stood tall, scouts returned on swift-scaled riders, their faces pale and voices trembling.
"A massive force approaches from Westvale... and it is led by him. The Crimson General. Vaelstrom Nightbane."
Ashen stood atop the Grand Marsh Citadel, overlooking the skyline, his eyes narrowing. His silver Dragonborn scales glimmered under the sun, and his cloak bearing the sigil of the Abyssal Force fluttered in the wind. His aura pulsed with restrained power, the weight of leadership pressing upon him.
"So he finally moves. Prepare the Shadow Halls. Initiate the Kingdom Defense Protocol. Summon the Council."
[World Alert!]
Major Threat Detected!
Faction Detected: Kingdom of Westvale
Commander Identified: High Marshal Vaelstrom Nightbane
Threat Level: SSS-Rank
