Matthew Steele/Biography (SH2 Path of Peace)

Sir Matthew is dispatched by the King to try and rebuild the troubled economy of his land, as the entrusted Lords cannot uphold their ends: Sir William is always absent from his home estates due to being on campaign, Sir Grey constantly falls asleep with no-one else command his troops, and Sir Edwin rules in his own estates with iron hand, extorting the peasantry and lashing out at them upon dissatisfaction.
=== To be a Knight ===
Matthew first he builds a warning beacon for ships so that they navigate without accident near the shoreline, as well as he stockpiles apples for his peasantry to eat. Then, Matthew begins to live like a knight, holding feasts, collecting pigs and vegetables as well as gaining honour. With the necessary skills acquired, Matthew's next task is to build the stone keep at Harbury and move in to it. He must also has to put out several fires in and around his current wooden castle along the way.
=== Fighting off rats and pests ===
With a proper fortification, Steele has his first brush with outlaws that have been harassing the nearby estates since a very long time ago. He recruits some archers and repels their constant attacks, while he also takes care of several packs of wolves as well. Then the king takes Steele and puts him in charge of Sir William's castle, which he must keep supplied for 24 months with food until William arrives home. Steele manages to achieve this and due to his deeds, William gifts him his own land. Steele then proceeds to clean up his new estate Boorswell, which is running rampant of gong and rats, spreading disease and fear among the populace.
Finally, Steele turns on the outlaw camp that has been harassing the area for far too long. A fierce fight occurs and the mountain stronghold of the outlaws is broken, bringing another estate under his control. Steele also becomes Royal Champion after acquiring 300 honour.
=== Clash of arms and glory ===
The King is very pleased with Matthew and puts him in a contract race with Sir Edwin to make 100 swords. Steele builds an extensive industry, pressuring Edwin, who eventually buy a supply of swords from an outside vendor. This stunt costs however his economy, as his workers start refusing to do their jobs. Fueled by fury, Edwin launches an all-out attack against Sir Grey. 
With the help of Steele, Edwin's efforts are thwarted and his attack is easily beaten. After the King puts Edwin into custody, Steele takes control of Edwin's castle and rebuilds it totally turning it into an honourable and productive fort. 
The last task is to prepare the grounds for a lavish feast in five years with a rich table, with help from the estates. Steele successfully completes his quest and the King arrives with his delegation, with a tournament held for the honor of the knights.
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