THE WANING STRENGTH OF EMPIRES

Across the vast and sprawling domains of once mighty empires, a pervasive sense of unease has taken root. The pillars that for centuries sustained their rule are showing undeniable signs of corrosion. Rebellions flare in distant provinces, discontent festers among the populace, and once-loyal vassals begin to question the emperor's right to rule. T

The year eight hundred forty-five AD. A chill wind whistled across the Seine River, carrying with it the scent of salt and fear. The Norsemen were amongst us, a ravenous swarm of warriors seeking riches. Their longships, like serpents, sliced through the waters, check here their flags waving in the wind. A city once peaceful now trembled beneath th