A War of Kings (Short)
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In a forgotten time, in a forgotten place, two kings rule - The king of the North, Thomas, and the ruler of the south, Ronan.
Both kings are eager to see the other's lands, title and influence destroyed, and will do anything to achieve this.
A hallowed legend tells of a staff, powerful enough to bewitch the mind and ensnare the senses. A weapon of sheer control. When an adventurer stumbles across the staff's resting place, and offers it to Ronan, a war is declared, that is sure to bring both kingdoms to their knees.
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