--gave me news of this “High King’s” arrival. I am told it was nothing short of miraculous. His vessel seemed undamaged and of a strange design. It was said to shine with a blinding light. I doubt this to be true but these stories are spreading.\n\nWhoever he fancies himself to be, he will no doubt prove a threat to your lordship’s dominion over these lands. I counsel you to gather your warriors and go to meet this potential usurper. I shall send word to the other lords. Perhaps united we can prevent calamity-- \n\n(No signature but the author was a high-ranking military officer who served a noble named Darius a thousand years ago.)\n\n

Letter to Lord Darius

The High King

The High King’s magician has knowledge of an incantation that gives him mastery over the strange power of this land. I have never witnessed such a thing. Could he have discovered the secrets of the Ancients? How did he accomplish this so quickly?\n\nOnly a few words are known to me. It’s ancient Celtic. It speaks of a “serpent’s breath” and a “twilight realm” and of “folk of light and shadow.” \n\nI must learn the secrets of this charm. With its power I could change our fortunes.\n\nAmaranth the Raven-Haired\n\n

A Master of Azoth

The King’s Magician

I held the Eternal Blade in my hands. I could not identify the metal. It was lighter than steel and glittered like polished silver. I would swear it hummed. \n\nThe High King bid me strike an old anvil with the edge. I dared not until he commanded it. Gripping it firmly, I smote the anvil and sheared away its heel in one stroke.\n\nThe Eternal Blade bore no mark. Its edge remained keen as a razor. By God, I will never see its equal. \n\nMaster Auric\n

The Eternal Blade

A Legendary Weapon

Dearest Maeve, \n\nIt is my hope that this finds you in good health.\n\nThe High King’s call has gone out. He summons all to his banner, to build a great kingdom where all may prosper.\n\nEven though I possess no great strength of arms or cunning with magic, even the mightiest warriors and wisest wizards will have need of tables, chairs, and beds when they are weary from their toil.\n\nIf the High King can keep us safe from the horrors that roam this land, I will gladly pledge myself to him.\n\nIt is my fervent desire, my beloved sister, that you will choose to join me in this worthy cause.\n\nCullum\n

King Arthur’s Arrival Chapter - NWGuide Database of Lore

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