Astus is a Recruit-Ward from the Realm of the Iron Raven. His days are usually filled with studying and training to become a fully fledged member in the Lord's service. However, rumours are coming from the capital, Drakenhold. They whisper about the coming scent of bloodshed, the screeching of iron on iron, and the cold harsh bugles of war.

Despite these rumours, or perhaps precisely because of these rumours, Lord Corvus, Lord of the Realm of the Iron Raven has decreed that they proceed towards Drakenhold.......in force.