Role

Chapter 11

Rank and File
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"We shall see..." The Emperor's words resounded in his ears.
The Empire sought out Citizens far and wide, and constantly looked
to fill the gaps in the ranks as the wars in Thera progressed.
Williad, long-lived and fearsome, took his final rest.
Hoisshyr thought of the War Master's place. In truth,
the doubts lurked about about how he would fulfill his obligations.
From finding worthy Blood-oaths to promoting citizens, he had seen
the task, and even wondered after the divided nature of the sects.
It was with some concern he took the mantle, and more concern with
whether he could retain it. Both Qhefnez and Dhutharlig were worthier
but they, too, had rested out in the fields one final time.
He would take to the obligations, but he had no illusions
that his battles with Thamuuk and Maog would be any
more in his favor. He had not seen Thamuuk and Williad square off often.
It seemed odd to him, when Thamuuk went to such great lengths to
strike the vanquisher to provoke a response.
"....my life for the Empire." But would it be a long one?