Igelfeld Family/Von Igelfeld family Memoirs/The Wisdom of Moritz

On the Island of Dwilight harbored on the western shore of the far east stands the beautiful city of Golden Farrow, one of the few places in Dwilight were a noble can enjoy a bit of sophistication as it has flourished under the flag of Caerwyn for some time. Near the palace and on the fashionable side of the street according to most, lies the Igelfeld family estate a grand gated affair overlooking the sea, with renewed affluence, newly renovated stables, and much improved grounds; it has been my home for two decades. I am Lady Moria Von Igelfeld, eldest daughter of Lord Ulric Von Igelfeld, and today is a momentous day. You see, I have always wanted more than the life of simple nobility in Golden Farrow, for I long to seek out adventure and bring my family glory. My Father has finally relented and given me leave to seek a new life, but he wouldn't let me go without some of his personal guards. preparations have been made and I am about to begin this new chapter of my life. But my mother told me I must talk with my cousin, Marshal Moritz Von Igelfeld, before I go, and this is the story of our talks. Be careful not to take every word he speaks as truth, for he is a man of great ambition and a cunning deceiver. Some of his words may cause harm as much as they could help, but his wisdom is undeniable.

With considerable trepidation I approached the gate of my cousins estate, quite a grand affair to say the least and many said it was second only to that of the Duke of Golden Farrow. Marshal Moritz Von Igelfed, my cousin, was the well known and well loved marshal of the Army Legion of the Golden Griffins, the largest fighting force of Caerywn. After pulling through the gate and across the grounds, my carriage came to rest in front of Mortiz' residence and his manservant, Geofry, awaited me. With a gesture of his hand and softly spoken words I was ushered to the door of Mortiz' study. Geofry knocked lightly upon the door, opened it, and proclaimed, "Announcing, Lady Moria Von Igelfeld."

The room was larger than expected with a high ceiling and one large window dominating the sole exterior wall. The other walls were lined with bookcases from floor to cieling overflowing with books, angled into the corner of the far wall sat a writing table spattered with ink from many orders and letters sent throughout the realm, and in front of the window were two over sized chairs aligned perpendicularly. In the center of the room, holding a copy of On War , stood Moritz.

Turning toward me as he closed the book he said, "ah, Lady Moria it is truly a pleasure. Please, take a seat for we have much to discuss! Tell me, what would you like to address first?"

"Cousin," I replied. "I am afraid I need to learn it all."

"Shall we start with the basics of travel and management?"

"Perhaps socialization and etiquette?"

"It is imperative that we talk about finding a liege!"

"Or possibly talk about your men?"

"Then again there is always basic realm hierarchy to talk about."

"But perhaps you would prefer to talk about our economics and the importance of gold."

"Oh, we cannot forget about unit tactics!"

"And your reputation is of the utmost importance."

"Don't let me forget about your rights!"

"Also, we must talk about the different specializations available."

"And there is always the advanced classes, perhaps you want to start on some of those?"