Luria Nova/Events/Estate-Manager/Njal's Struggle

Monster Invasion(i): Council of Concerns

The ominous shadow of the monster invasion continues to cast a pall over your estate. As the news of the initial attacks trickles in, your local leaders converge upon your estate, each with their own vision for how to navigate this perilous situation.

• Peasantry: The common folk, wary of the impending danger, strongly advocate for the hiring of mercenaries. They argue that a professional force would bolster your defenses and better equip your estate to withstand the monstrous onslaught. While this option would indeed increase your chances of repelling the invaders, it comes at a financial cost that may impact your treasury.

• Merchants: The enterprising merchants, always focused on the bottom line, propose a different strategy. They suggest a temporary halt to production activities, with the peasantry conscripted as vigilantes. By diverting your labor force to defense, this approach seeks to fortify your estate with manpower, albeit at the expense of reduced productivity during this critical time.

• Minor Nobles: The nobility, keen on self-preservation, present a third alternative. They advocate for channeling your resources into fortifying the noble residences within your estate. This would ensure their safety even if the monsters breach your defenses, safeguarding your nobility from harm. However, such an endeavor would divert resources away from other critical needs.

The decisions you make now will have far-reaching consequences for your estate. Will you heed the peasantry's call for mercenaries, invest in the merchant's vigilante solution, or prioritize the safety of your noble houses? The weight of your choices bears heavily on the future of your estate as it stands poised on the brink of the impending monster invasion.

Outcome: Mercenary Defenders

Listening to the pleas of your concerned peasants, you decide to invest your last remaining gold coin in hiring a group of skilled mercenaries. Though the mercenaries' contract will only last for a year, they bring a level of professionalism and expertise that will prove invaluable in defending your estate from the impending monster invasion.

As the news of your decision spreads among the locals, a sense of relief and gratitude washes over them. They appreciate your wisdom in choosing to hire professional soldiers rather than conscripting them into a makeshift militia. The knowledge that trained defenders will stand guard over their homes and fields brings a glimmer of hope and reassurance to the hearts of your estate's residents.

With the mercenaries at your side, you await the looming threat of the monster invasion, prepared to defend your estate and its people with a determined resolve.

Monster Invasion(ii): The Mysterious Lost Knight

A mysterious stranger, shrouded in a tattered black cloak that conceals his identity, arrives at your estate. His claim is nothing short of astonishing – he introduces himself as a lost knight of the ancient Crusader Order of Sanguis Astroism. Yet, as far as your knowledge goes, these crusaders met their demise long ago, and this man stands before you still adorned in the armor of ages past.

He presents an intriguing proposition. In exchange for your hospitality and support in his mission, he offers his services in the fight against the encroaching monsters. Furthermore, he seeks permission to impart the teachings of Sanguis Astroism to your people.

This proposal sparks a contentious debate within your estate. The head priest of Lux Nova vehemently opposes the idea, arguing that the estate's spiritual guidance should not be influenced by these ancient and possibly heretical beliefs. On the other hand, your peasants, always eager for protection, see the potential in having a knight of such renowned training defending the estate.

As you weigh the decision, you recognize the value of a well-trained knight in the battle against the encroaching monsters. If this stranger truly lives up to the title of Crusader, his presence could be a powerful asset. However, embracing his offer may come at the cost of displeasing the minor nobles, who vehemently despise the old Sanguis Astroism beliefs.

The choice before you is a delicate balance between pragmatism and tradition, and it will significantly impact the dynamics within your estate.

Outcome: The Departure of the Undead Crusader

You share the story of Galanderic the Giant and offer the mysterious knight the chance to convert to Lux Nova, but to your surprise, the knight shakes his head and abruptly departs. As he leaves through the estate gate, he inexplicably phases into thin air, revealing his true nature as an undead creature.

The local priest of Lux Nova expresses relief that you didn't allow such an evil presence to linger within the estate. The locals concur, and they are grateful for your decision to keep the estate free from the undead menace.

Outcome: Collaboration on Mine Development

Lance and Njal have reached an agreement to collaborate on the development of the potentially valuable mine site. This joint venture is an attempt to pool resources and expertise to explore the site and, if it proves worth developing, to share the financial responsibilities and profits.

With the arrangement set, both estate managers refocus their attention on the pressing matter at hand, which is the ongoing monster invasion.

Monster Invasion(iii): Threats on the Horizon

As the news of the ongoing monster invasion spreads, a new threat looms on the horizon. A group of opportunistic pirates has heard of the chaos and vulnerabilities that often accompany such crises. They are now assembling on an island close to your estate, preparing for a raid.

In addition to this maritime menace, your liege's surviving scouts bring disconcerting tidings of large and formidable monsters known as chargers. These creatures are renowned for their relentless charges, capable of breaking through even sturdy walls. You find yourself at a crossroads, forced to make a crucial decision.

Do you opt to concentrate your defenses on combating one of these threats, hoping to fend off the other through your existing preparations? Or do you reach out to your allies, beseeching their aid in confronting both the encroaching monsters and the imminent pirate threat? The future of your estate hinges on the choice you make.

Outcome: The Twin Threats

The situation unfolds in a grim manner. As the chargers approach your estate, the pirates, fueled by greed and indifference to your offer, disregard your words of cooperation. They mock your plea, stating that they will remember it when they are done looting your possessions. With your vigilantes and soldiers posted at the walls to defend against the chargers, you have no choice but to let the pirates to dock at the port.

The chargers, large and menacing, charge towards your gates with relentless determination. Your defenders unleash a torrent of arrows, spears, and boiling water, managing to bring down a few of the ferocious beasts. This causes a momentary panic among the chargers, and they hastily retreat from the estate.

Amidst this chaotic defense against the chargers, the pirates exploit the situation. They launch a brutal raid on your estate, setting buildings ablaze, pillaging, and committing atrocities, including killing and kidnapping innocent peasants and merchants. When your defenders finally repel the chargers, they rush to the port to confront the pirates.

After a fierce confrontation, the pirates eventually withdraw, taking stolen goods and hostages back to their stronghold on a nearby island. The locals, traumatized by the horrors they've endured, place the blame squarely on your shoulders. They demand that you take immediate action to rescue their families from the clutches of the pirates.

As you retreat to your mansion, a soldier hands you a note left by the pirates. In it, they offer to negotiate the release of the stolen goods and hostages, but at an exorbitant price. The pirates demand a substantial ransom of 8 gold to be paid by the end of the following year, putting you in a difficult and costly predicament.