Game of Thrones: The Legend of Jon Arctic - ASOIAF/GOT

Chapter 41 - The Beginning of a Nation! 01

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Jon Snow POV

Somewhere beyond the Wall, 290 AC, Some time later.

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The Dwarves, a race described by the gods as natural and skilled craftsmen, are an ancient and distinct race, even older than the Children of the Forest. They lived in isolation, having withdrawn from human society and hiding for a long time due to constant judgments and misunderstandings about them. Jon Snow, recognizing the importance and inherent talent of these beings, plans to integrate them into the fabric of his nascent kingdom as renowned artisans. He understands that their expertise and knowledge would be invaluable in building and maintaining a prosperous civilization; however, to draw out a race that has hidden for tens of thousands of years after leaving the surface ages ago would be a significant challenge.

Jon proposes to offer the Dwarves a home where they could work and live without fear of judgment or persecution, a place in the mountains of his territory where their traditions and lifestyle could be preserved and respected. Even knowing that they too will be swallowed by the cold shadows of the undead when they attack everything alive on this land, he realizes that, despite the prestige he offers, something more is needed to convince them to leave their self-imposed exile.

In the second week of preparation and planning, Jon focuses on developing future trade with other places and used his acquired knowledge to create items distinct from the rest of the world, including an innovative cigar made from local plants and herbs. This cigar, designed to burn slowly and offer calming effects without negative side effects, is just one example of the many new and unique products that Jon plans to introduce to the market worldwide in the coming years. He believes that the potential trade of these products will attract the Dwarves, showing them the tangible benefits they could obtain by joining the kingdom of Arctica.

Jon is preparing since the task of convincing the Dwarves to join Arctica will be a significant challenge, but he is determined to offer them a place where they can thrive and be valued for their exceptional skills. His goal is not only to build a kingdom but also to create a diverse and inclusive community, where various races and beings can contribute and live in harmony.

"My king!" Ducken and Vashid, now members of the newly formed royal guard, greeted with reverent respect. They approached Jon as he contemplated the horizon of the emerging kingdom before him and the people working on building more of the kingdom. He had just finished his daily training with Brynden, where each day he learned more about his role and the mysteries surrounding his mission. His gaze swept over the cultivation garden he had created, where women collected fruits for their families, and the mines, where men, under the supervision of William, worked hard to provide the necessary resources to build the tools for the future of the kingdom.

"How are things going with William, Ducken?" Jon asked, his serene tone hiding the weight of responsibilities he carried.

"Everything is going as planned, my king. The giants are making a great effort carrying a large amount of stones and excavating. I fear this is thanks to Serena wanting to impress you, my king," Ducken replied, a mischievous smile playing on his lips. Jon rolled his eyes slightly, aware of Serena's intentions, but also reminding himself of his youth.

"Great," Jon nodded with a gesture of satisfaction. "And the free folk, Vashid, what are they thinking of the place?" He directed the question to his other guard, Vashid, who, coming from the free folk, had a special connection and understanding of his people.