A DECLINE IN IMPERIAL POWER

Across the vast and sprawling domains ancient world history of once mighty empires, a pervasive sense of unease has taken root. The cornerstones that for centuries sustained their dominion are showing undeniable signs of corrosion. Rebellions erupt in remote provinces, dissatisfaction festers among the populace, and once-loyal vassals begin to chal

The year eight hundred forty-five AD. A chill wind swept across the Seine River, carrying with it the scent of salt and fear. The Norsemen had arrived, a horde swarm of warriors seeking glory. Their longships, like beasts of the north, sliced through the waters, their flags waving in the wind. A city once proud now trembled beneath the shadow of th