One by one they came.  Some in pairs, but never more for fear of suspicion.  They learned months ago to fear the dread knights.  The monsters in black were quick to punish and often cruel in deliverance of their so called judgment.  So it was they gathered, never far from the fear that dogged at their minds and bodies.

Much did they discuss, but always in the end the same conclusion was made.  Somehow, someway the creatures from the sea had to be driven from their land.  Whether by steel, stone, teeth or claw they would be driven back no matter the cost.  Finally, after careful deliberation an older man came forward to address the assembly.  They knew him to be Alaric, High Chief of Aughrim.  The man bore plenty of scars along his neck, face, and bare chest.  Average in build and not too old to fight the man cut an intimidating figure, one the gathered respected in their way.  One by one Alaric looked to those brave enough to dare curfew with steel colored eyes before addressing them with an even toned voice.

"You all know me.  I don't waste words, so I will be brief.  To long the demons in black have harassed us with their presence.  It is time we rid them of our land.  The question is, will the rest of you muster?"

The question was no doubt directed at two prominent figures in the crowd.  One being of similar age to Alaric, wearing black flowing robes and sporting a gnarled looking staff that befitted his face.  The other was far younger but no less impressive, if not by looks then by sheer size.  Standing well over seven feet tall the man-thing snorted derisively before giving Alaric the slightest of nods after conferring with gnarl face.

"Good enough," Alaric said with the hints of a smile on his scarred face.  "Prepare your men.  The time will soon come when these devils will be driven to the sea."

Never one for court goodbyes or well wishing Alaric turned on his heel and left the assembly.  As the assembly dissipated a thick fog slowly creeped across the clearing, the moon rising high into the night sky.  Off in the distance a wolf howled ominously, and in turn his pack answered.


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This is a Final Fantasy based free-form game in which you take on the role of oppressed tribals attempting to combat insurmountable odds.  There is plenty of room for creativity and it is very welcome.