>>5738922"And what of the other nations? Are the Kushans planning on interfering?"
"Seeing how their houses are rushing to find an emperor after both of Midland's factions had played their part in killing Ganishka, I believe even their giant army is retreating their troops, though that hasn't stopped Griffith from pursuing them and expanding his territory for the sake of Falconia. I'd say it would be easier to convert them to Ilos, especially given how Silat of the Bakiraka clan is the next in line, and currently resides in Ilos."
"Silat? Yes, I believe I've met him before, last time I checked, Kalki was trying to form a truce with them."
"Your informant seems to be as good as ours. Last time I've heard news from Falconia, Griffith was expelling one of the past members of his Band from back in the hundred year war."
"Who, Rickert?" You recall that he planned to ask Griffith in person if he truly sacrificed his friends for the sake of manipulating destiny.
"Yes, I believe that was his name. He simply slapped him in the face and attempted to walk off the ordeal, like Griffith's soldiers wouldn't put his head on a stake. Thankfully, Silat and his clan appeared to save him in the nick of time, presumably seeking refuge in Ilos."
"Tudor is likely to join our side too. Griffith's name rings a bell a lot more than yours, Vlad. If they ever get afraid of Falconia's attempt to unify the entire continent into his kingdom, they only have you to negotiate with. Randel's assistance is already a given, thanks to your background. The only place we should be wary of is Grant, who has been reporting plenty of apostles that have been causing mayhem on Tudor as they march their way to Falconia." Stanley adds.
"Now then, what do you wish of me? Aside from weapons and armor, of course."
"Oh, don't you worry about that, Lady Vandimion. We already have a plethora of magical weapons coming all the way from Skellig, so we'll spare your expenses on that front." You reassure her, knowing that her efforts would best be spent on...
>Convincing as many factions to support our fight.>Sending us the food and supplies the soldiers will need to last until spring.>Lending us your best men to fight for our cause.>Just loan some money, we can manage the rest. 