Empire of Kingdoms Awakening

Chapter 3

Samuel took his seat. Installed on the wall behind him was a series of screens fluctuating in size. He opened the binder that faced him, pulling out some papers and shuffled them around, before lying his face in his hands for a moment. "First things first, let's go over the letter from King Charles. If you were one of the initial people brought here, you already went over this but I'd like to review once more as we have had 11 more people join us since then. After that, we will establish who is who and where they live. Afterward, we will go over any questions. Let's take a moment while we get everything situated." He started to talk to the man seated beside him. You could see the looks of frustration and inundate on both of their faces. They looked like they were arguing about something, but to this day no one knows what it was about. Samuel stood as he lifted a piece of parchment from the table and cleared his throat before he read out loud.

I'm sure you are all wondering what is going on, but I am unable to explain it all through a letter. We will review the needed information at a summit that will be upcoming after we get everyone back. For now, I would like to make sure you know the basics.

First and foremost, you are in Caster. Caster was brought up by our esteemed creators whom you will see periodically.

Next, there are 4 kingdoms. Each kingdom has an envoy. Any issues, please request a seat in front of the council of your kingdom. The envoys are as follows: Lord Simon of the Oasis, Lord Antonio of the Icelands, Lord Frederick of Bronzerock, and Lord Brendan of the Blood Islands.

You are free to travel as you wish, but the Hollow mountains are forbidden and anyone caught there will face discipline. You have been warned.

Connected to this letter is the leadership who you have pre-chosen.

I have also inserted a map of the outline of the kingdoms to mark its important landmarks; such as enchanted forests, mystical lakes, and treacherous caves. The maps are yours and yours alone. Do with them as you will.

We do not associate with the ghouls, erlkings, draugrs, and many more. These are the most notable ones. If provoked, we will not get involved.

There are shops in your fortresses for your basic needs. Shops are spread throughout the country for trading when searching for additional items.

Compile a list of questions you or your alliance may have for the council. We will answer to the best of our abilities.

King Charles

Samuel took a seat once more and picked up a pencil. "We are going to break this down into more detail before we get into other matters, but any questions?" He asked. It was clear by his tone of voice this wasn't the first time he has had to do this.

A lady seated in the front sat up straight while she prepared her question. "Okay, but how were the rankings pre-chosen by us? I've been here for 3 days and I know no one has asked me about anything." She turned and looked around the room. Her eyes examined as if waiting for someone to back her.

Samuel waited for a moment before he answered, expecting someone else to chime in. No one did. "We've been here before, we just cannot recollect it. Based on the evidence found in our castles it is clear. Notes we have inscribed but have no idea what for. The designs. Seeing faces we recognize, yet we can't pinpoint who someone is. Most importantly, some others from here know who we are." Many eyes grew wide around the room and some dropped their jaw in disbelief. Apparent, this was something that either was not discussed, or discussed within the first few days. "Before anyone asks, we do not know why we cannot remember."