Allevatore_dicapre

In a usurped kingdom , amid a war-torn and  blood-soaked Italy, Conradin's battleground is set. To reclaim his birthright the crown of Sicily,  he must tread a path paved with blood, learning that he must do whatever it takes to ascend the throne.




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In the year 1266, the tale of Conradin, the last scion of an ancient imperial dynasty, unfolds. His once-great kingdom, Sicily, has been ruthlessly usurped first by his own uncle and now rests in the hands of the cunning French Count Charles. Through a treacherous plot involving the Pope, Charles managed to oust the Hohenstaufen from the Kingdom of Sicily and crowned himself as its king.

In the East, powers such as the Despotate of Epirus are keenly observing the instability in Sicily, poised to seize any advantage that may arise from the chaos. Meanwhile, the small Italian communes are caught in the political crossfire, aligning themselves with one side of the conflict or the other based on the prevailing political party in power and their vested interests. These shifting allegiances turn the Italian peninsula into a powder keg, where all-out war seems inevitable.

As the shadows of history close in around Conradin, the world watches with bated breath. Will he emerge triumphant, his name forever etched in the annals of Sicilian glory as the rightful king who defied insurmountable odds, toppling both the Pope and the usurper? Or will he, in his valiant struggle, become a tragic figure, a symbol of lost opportunities and shattered dreams? The future of Sicily hangs in the balance, and Conradin's destiny remains uncertain, poised on the precipice of history.

The return of the fallen king

In the dim glow of candlelight, King Conradin sat at a sturdy wooden desk, his quill poised above a parchment. The words flowed from his mind onto the paper as he composed a missive to Galvano, the leader of his northern army stationed in Durazzo.

The inked strokes conveyed the strategic developments in the south. Conradin detailed the successful capture of Arta, emphasizing its importance in securing a foothold in Epirus. The letter carried an undertone of urgency, urging Galvano to set sail with the fleet and journey southward to rendezvous with the main forces.

I trust this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. It brings me great pleasure to inform you that we have successfully captured the city of Arta. The victory is a testament to the prowess of our forces and the dedication of our men.

Order for the northern army