The royal palace of Elysea was quiet in the early morning, but within its council chambers, the air was tense with purpose. King Bruno sat at the head of the long oak table, his gaze fixed on a detailed map of the Black Continent. Around him, his most trusted advisors—Antoine Leclerc, Jean-Baptiste Moreau, and Captain Vallier—studied the map with equal intensity.
The room was lit by flickering candlelight, the golden glow reflecting off scattered documents detailing trade routes, military capabilities, and political structures of the African kingdoms. Among them, one name stood out: The Empire of Tunis.
It was a name that carried weight, a name that represented both opportunity and danger.
Bruno exhaled, tapping his fingers against the table. "The future of Elysea lies beyond our borders," he said, his voice steady. "The powers of Europe are expanding, claiming lands, resources, and influence. If we do not act soon, we will be left behind."