Allevatore_dicapre

Bound in chains yet yearning for freedom, Alpheo, a modern historian, finds himself enslaved in a land on the brink of chaos.

As the empire of Rolmia plunges into civil war following the death of the emperor ,  his three ambitious sons  vie for the throne. In the midst of this turmoil, Alpheo finds the chance to break his chain and escape, leading his companions into the ashes of war, trying to thrive in it,  selling their swords to the highest bidder  .

But beyond the borders of Rolmia, hungry eyes watch  as the empire's grip loosens. The Sultanate of Azania, ever the opportunist, sees a chance to expand its domain and influence , while to the south, neighboring principalities breathe a sigh of relief as the once-dominant giant stumbles and falters.

In the sea, the confederation of the Free Isle finds their chance to restore their old maritime power , denied to them by an empire that is now crumbling beneath  itself , lacking the strenght to stop them.

In this crucible of conflict, where dynasties crumble and empires fall, Alpheo find his call and the chance to  forge his own destiny amidst the ashes of empires.

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Steel and Sorrow: Rise of the Mercenary king

As the room continued to evolve into a shouted match , it appeared that the High Captain of the Free Fleet finally had enough , making sure to point out his opinion by slamming his palm down onto the wooden table.

The sharp sound succeeded in making the other shut up, drawing all eyes to him.

"As Captain of the High Fleet," he began, his voice steady but firm, "it is only proper that I too present my views on the coming war and propose strategies for our defense. It is not my role to merely oversee these noble and respectful discussions that you are currently having but to contribute to them. So hear me out now, before I resort to throwing the unruly ones out"

Blake glanced around, his gaze lingering briefly on each captain, ensuring their attention before continuing.

Calling the shot(2)