Today we bring you urgent news from across the empire.
Last night, a large military force led by Theon Glindley seized control of Dephena. Members of the Empress’ Royal Council claim the King of Dephena was plotting an assassination attempt against the Queen’s life.
The rulers of both Grimrest and Steelrun were quick to support the takeover.
However… unrest grows.
Novastra and Faywharf have now joined Honos in their trade blockade against Grimrest and Autumngrove, tightening pressure on the western kingdoms and escalating tensions along every border.
The High Council insists these “rogue kingdoms” will be dealt with swiftly.
For the first time in modern history…
The Druecian Empire holds absolute power.
Enemies have been defeated.
No longer will fey influence stand a chance against the might of a unified Druecia.
…
And yet, citizens, there is one matter the council has refused to ignore any longer.
The Queen has been absent from public presence for three months.
Despite rumors of illness—
despite rumors of… worse—
The Autumngrove Council has announced that Her Majesty will address the empire in only a few days, in an effort to reunify the kingdoms and reaffirm the empire’s purpose.
Until then, citizens are advised to remain calm.
To remain loyal.
To report suspicious activity.
And to remember:
The empire does not fracture.
The empire does not bend.