The Claws of the Beast
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For the past 6,000 years, humans, dragons, elves and dwarves have lived somewhat peacefully. All throughout those times, there were rumours about the underlings of the world rising up. Time after time, the Ancient Order of Dragons had told people the rumours were false. But now, orcs, the undead, ogres, and giants have been attacking towns and villages.
The Council of the Elves advised the Dragons to take action, but none was taken. This has made the world think, and now they want to remove the Dragons from power.
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