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Ogres

From the tapestry imagery of the First Age in the World Hymn. Depicting an ogre.

## People

### Ogres of Note

TsanasQenghet Khan

Bayalag

Arrik

The Ogres are a species within the 9th Age.

Many ogres are part of the Ogre Khans faction.

## History

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Based on the imagery of the World Hymn, ogres where one of the different kinds of species that were enslaved by the Saurian Ancients in the First Age.

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The ogres once ruled a great empire in Augea, lead by Qenghet Khan, also known as the Khan of Khans.

The empire was split apart into five kingdoms, two of which were near obliterated when the Inferno was created. The survivors of those two kingdoms united under the hero Tsanas, who lead the ogres to a new home in the Sky Mountains. The descendants of the other three kingdoms continued to live the nomadic life of the steppes.

 Ogres took part in the battle of Volsk in the Eighth Age, fighting against Sunna and her armies.

## Culture

Many ogres live mainly a nomadic life .

Ogres are known for their large appetite .

## Religion

Ogres are said to worship their gods by holding grand feasts.

One of the gods of the ogres is Umi.

## Economy

Large parts of the Silk Road runs through ogre domains in Augea . This road allows for trade between Vetian nations and Tsuandan , though not without a tithe claimed by the ogres .

The ogres also hold outposts around the Sea of Gods, to facilitate trading caravans for the Silk Road.

### Mercenaries

Ogres are know to take employment as mercenaries , some of which can be found in Arcalea .

A known mercenary company of ogres are the Sons of Glauca.

## Sources

1. ↑ The World Hymn: The 1st Age *(T9A:FB Rulebook, p126*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Jorge Zamoran; An account of the peoples, nations and monsters which inhabit the world: Ogre Khans (*T9A:FB Rulebook, p142*)
3. ↑ Informative text about the Ogre Khans (*9th Scroll issue #8*)
4. ↑ Pascaline Caillat; Coming of Age in Nyetsan (*The 9th Scroll, issue #8*)
5. ↑ The Book of the Askar, Chapter 5, taken from the Sunna Cycle (*T9A:FB Rulebook, p64*)
6. ↑ Emerentius (907 A.S.) A Study of the Gods: Prolouge (T9A:FB Rulebook, p132)
7. ↑ Litany to Umi (The 9th Scroll, issue #8, p19)
8. ↑ Extract from the ogre epic Tsanas: Lines 3410-3473, translated by Pascaline Caillat (T9A:FB Rulebook, p86)
9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 Interview with Sigmund Selig, the Great Sage. (*The 9th Scroll, issue #4*)
10. ↑ Johannes Strabo; A New Atlas for the Ninth Age (T9A:FB *Rulebook**, p124*)
11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 Letter to Amara Nayar, Raja of the Chungsar kingdom in Sagarika (*The 9th Scroll, issue #8*)
12. ↑ Informative text about Arcalea (*The 9th Scroll, issue #8*)
13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 The diary of young noblewoman Delfina Rosini (*The 9th Scroll, issue #8*)
Ninth Age

The World Hymn's tapestry image for the Ninth Age.

The **Ninth Age** is the current age in the history of the world. *Sunna's conquering of Avras from the Vermin Swarm marks the end of the eighth age and the beginning of the ninth.* Years in the 9th Age are denoted with A.S., meaning 'Anna Solis'. The current year is 962 A.S.

## Events

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These are notable events taking place in the Ninth Age, listed (approximately) chronologically:

* *Sunna conquers Avras for mankind*
* The First Moot is held, establishing the modern faction known as the Dwarven Holds.
* ~0-100 A.S. The World Hymn is carved by the dwarves.
* 201 A.S. The Empire of Sonnstahl is founded.
* 415 A.S. The Lost Crusade, an Equitan attack into Naptesh, embark from Avras. The Crusade is a complete failure.
* ~860 A.S. Gonglu claims the Tsuandan throne and becomes known as the Dragon Emperor.
* 924 A.S. The War of the Dead is ended at the Battle of Crauladino, the Empire of Sonnstahl was victorious against the Vampire Covenant.
* 960 A.S. An Equitan army attempts, and fails, to retake control of Avras from General Fontaine.
* 960 A.S. Henry the Young succeeds the throne of Equitaine after the passing of his father Luis.

## World Hymn

*Main article: World Hymn*

The World Hymn is a dwarven carving of a poem that details all the nine ages of the world. It was later copied to an Equitan tapestry and supplemented with imagery. A transcript of the poem and the image for the ninth age are both shown below.

> Our past did end in fire and rage
> Out from the ash and bitter smoke
> We look to hope and keep it close
> As all did see our near to end
> Yet live to see this, our Ninth Age
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## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 The World Hymn *(T9A:FB Rulebook, p126-130)*
2. ↑ Informative text about the Empire of Sonnstahl (The *9th Scroll, issue #5*)
3. ↑ The Lost Crusade (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, v1.0.0, p24*)
4. ↑ Informative text about Tsuandan (*The 9th Scroll, issue #8*)
5. ↑ Baron Jung (924 A.S.) Testimony to Emperor Frederick (*T9A:FB Rulebook, p113*)
6. ↑ Transcript of proceedings at the Court of Equitaine, 960 A.S. (*T9A:FB Rulebook, p92*)
7. ↑ Royal Family Tree (*The 9th Scroll, issue #5*)

Ages of the world
Aegis and Blade

**Aegis and Blade** is an Iron Crowns mercenary company . They are known for a great diversity of temperaments and people in their ranks.

Aegis and Blade were once hired by the Protostratikon of Myra (exact date not known, but it is before 948 A.S.). The mission was to help quell a rebellion of a regional Kommis, where the rebels had turned to the Dark Gods for aid. The Aegis and Blade were placed in the reserve to aid the battleline where it was most needed. Before they got the chance though, the company was assaulted by Sirens.

## Members

Known members of Aegis and Blade are:

* Captain Andrea Barbiano
* Captain Grigori

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Account by Captain Grigori of the Aegis and Blade mercenary company (*T9A:FB Paths of Magic, v1.3.1, p10*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Andrea Barbiano (948 A.S.) The Tools of the Trade: Sirens (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p36-37*)
Cacophrax

The banner of Cacophrax.

**Cacophrax** is a greater daemon of sloth, *presumably a Sentinel of Nukuja*. It is best known for its attack against the ancient Avrasi Empire.

## Description

In appearance, Cacophrax is said to look like a mixture between an alligator and a griffon. Though the size of a barn, it floated effortlessly over the battlefield.

Supposedly, Cacophrax has the power to dissolve people and buildings with a mere look.

Armies lead by Cacophrax are said to adopt an abyssal black colouring. They also carry its symbol, a spiral.

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Said to be a greater daemon of Nukuja, one would assume Cacophrax is a Sentinel. Though its description does not really seem to match. It could be though that Cacophrax is simply a very unique Sentinel.

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## History

Cacophrax is said to have decimated the Avrasi Empire around 1000 B.S., *most likely in the Fourth Age*. More specifically the region of Gessia Minor. Some believe it was also responsible for the disappearance of the Legio IX Destrana, and the loss of its eagles.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Urs Bödeker; Banners of the Legions (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p92*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Explicitus (approx. 1,000 B.S.) Annals (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p68*)
Hope Harvester

A Hope Harvester.

The **Hope Harvester** is a unit part of the Daemon Legions faction and a lesser daemon of Nukuja. In ancient Avras they were known as **pilentum gigans**.

## Description

Hope harvesters are said to appear as constructs of malaise and despair. Sometimes carried by wheel they may appear to be built for speed, but that is far from true.

 On occasion, hope harvesters are said to attach themselves to groups of other daemons. Most of the time they act alone though.

In battle, hope harvesters are said to use a missile weapon firing projectiles of pure magic. They are also said to feed of the despair of the living, taking their energy and life. This has been described as a living fog of hopelessness.

In the Immortal Realm, hope harvesters are said to appear in the form of large trees.

Negotiation with hope harvesters is said to often lead to the mortal committing suicide.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Explicitus (approx. 1,000 B.S.) Annals (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p68*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Georges Sybellicus (962 A.S.) The Oak-Bound Tome: Hope Harvester (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p69*)
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Nazario Calegari (953 A.S.) Circling the Abyss: part IV - A Forlorn Forest, The Betrayer Dreams (*T9A: Circling the Abyss, p10*)
First Moot

The **First Moot** was a dwarven gathering held at the start of the Ninth Age. The result of the moot was that the Dwarven Empire was declared a thing of the past, and the faction known as the Dwarven Holds was founded.

The negotiations and politicking that too place at the First Moot is said to have lasted for weeks or even months. The result was that each hold of the dwarves was to stand and fall on its own merits. However, they were not left completely alone, for oaths and promises were made between the different holds. Many of these are still valid today.

## Sources

1. ↑ Informative text about the Dwarven Holds (*The 9th Scroll, issue 22, p18*)
2. ↑ Interview with Sigmund Selig, the Great Sage, tenth session (*The 9th Scroll, issue 22, p20*)
Malatesta da Pontefreddo

Malatesta da Pontefreddo is a mercenary commander presumably from Pontefreddo, Arcalea.

Da Pontefreddo was once employed in Sagarika. On one mission, when escorting merchants and their families to the southern city of Varnavat, he encountered Flayers. The mounted barbarians attacked the company, an attack that lasted only a few moments. Da Pontefreddo has described it as the most terrifying encounter he has ever had.

## Da Pontefreddo as a narrator

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Malatesta da Pontefreddo is used as a narrator on Sagarika in The 9th Scroll issue 8. The source is given as an extract from his diary, where he describes some of the history, religion and culture of Sagarika. He seems fairly knowledgable on the topic and some of his claims are supported by other sources.

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He is also used as a source in the Warriors of the Dark Gods armybook, where he describes his encounters with Flayers. The source is undated but first hand.

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## Sources

1. ↑ Diary of Malatesta da Pontefreddo (*The 9th Scroll, issue #8*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Malatesta da Pontefreddo (*Warriors of the Dark Gods armybook, p58*)
Gilles de Raux

From the tapestry imagery of the Seventh Age in the World Hymn. Presumably depicting Gilles de Raux atop some slain vermin.

## Biographical information

### Reported activity

Possibly the Seventh AgeThe end of the Eighth Age

## Physical information

### Gender

Male

Gilles de Raux was once the king of Equitaine. He is rumoured to have had unnaturally long lifespan, *suggesting that he perhaps was a vampire*.

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Judging by the tapestry imagery of the World Hymn's Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Age (see reasoning below). Gilles de Raux ruled the land of Equitaine as early as the Seventh Age.

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Gilles de Raux is said to have protected Equtaine from the vermin during the Rat King's rule over Avras . The tapestry of the World Hymn in the Seventh Age supports this, and the poem supplies the following line that seems to fit.

> "A dark King rules the last free men"
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It is said that Uther of Gasconne defied his kings orders by assisting Sunna in the war against the vermin . *Presumably this king was Gilles*, for it is known that the when the reign of Gilles the Raux was ended, Uther took the throne . This shifting of the throne is likely to have taken place in the Ninth Age  .

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The reasoning for the timetable of the rule of Gilles the Raux goes like this. In the World Hymn's tapestry of the Eighth Age, a character is shown together with Sunna. Uther is known to have assisted Sunna at this time. The same character is  also shown in the Ninth Age, having slain a knight in dark armour. Given that it is known that Uther of Gasconne replaced Gilles the Raux in the Ninth Age, it is reasonable to assume the knight in the dark armour is Gilles. The same knight is also shown in the Seventh Age, combating vermin, which coincides with the claim that Gilles protected Equitaine from the vermin.

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## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Historical note (*The 9th Scroll issue #5*)
2. ↑ The World Hymn: The 7th Age (*T9A:FB Rulebook, p129*)
3. ↑ The Book of Askar, Chapter 5, taken from the Sunna Cycle (*T9A:FB Rulebook, p64*)
4. ↑ The Book of Askar, Chapter 14, taken from the Sunna Cycle (*T9A:FB Rulebook, p146-147*)
5. ↑ The World Hymn: The 9th Age (*T9A:FB Rulebook, p130*)
Lords of the Forest

The **Lords and Ladies of the Forest** is a collective name for **Forest Princes** and **Chieftains**, two units part of the Sylvan Elves faction.

In Wyscan, there supposedly exists a class system of nobles, scholars and commoners . The Lords of the Forest are the nobles .

It is said that what separates the nobles from the commons among the Trewi is the deference that is shown them and the arms that they bear. The nobles are tall, proud and handsome, but to a human all elves seem so. They have been described as first among equals, leaders of a deadly pack.

Many of the nobles of Wyscan are said to answer to Cadaron, the Forest King and his Queen Amryl.

## Kindreds

Forest Princes and Chieftains can be part of one of the following kindreds: Shapeshifter, Wild Hunter, Pathfinder, Forest Guardian or Blade Dancer.

## Sources

1. ↑ Informative text about the Sylvan Elves (*The 9th Scroll, issue 8, p20*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Mathys Dufour (956 A.S.) Tales of the Fey - Tome 1: Beneath the Boughs, an account by Thomas the Bard: Lords of the Forest (*T9A:FB Sylvan Elves, v0.202.2, p12*)
Gunther Helmgart

A portrait drawn by Beatrix von Ueblingen

Gunther Helmgart was the head of porters of the Imperial Society of Eichtal.

Helmgart accompanied Beatrix von Ueblingen on her expedition to Naptesh . He was killed by escaping spirits when he and his porters opened a casket of Phatep .

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 27th of Acrober (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p13-18*)
2. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 10th of Damos (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p36-37*)
Gods

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**Gods** are powerful supernal beings inhabiting the Immortal Realm. Worship of gods is widespread among most cultures of being in the Mortal Realm.

It is said that gods gain power when mortals worship them. *Possibly, being worshipped is also what separates them from other supernals*. It is also said that when a mortal being dies, their soul will travel though the Veil , and end up resting with the god it worshipped in life. The god is then also able to use the strength of that soul.

Gods are said to be unable to enter the Mortal Realm themselves, unlike other supernals who can do so temporarily. This is allegedly caused by their strength simply being to great for the Mortal Realm to be able to sustain.

## Sources

1. ↑ The Timeless Titans; inscription found in one of the oldest temples of Avras (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0.201.0, p20-21*)
2. ↑ Emerentius (907 A.S.) A Study of the Gods: Prologue (*T9A:FB Rulebook, v1.3.5, p132*)
3. ↑ Verdorben Kantu (784 A.S.) Immortal Beings and Where to Find Them (*T9A:FB Rulebook, v1.3.5, p134*)
Possessed

**Possessed**, also known as **Devil Monks**, are a unit part of the Cultists faction, a sub-faction of the Daemon Legions. They are sentient being, such as humans, elves, dwarves or orcs, possessed by a daemon.

## Description

It is said that there are cultists who let daemons enter them and fill them with evil strength. Supposedly, they are strong enough to rip people open.

Some stories suggest that a daemons can take possession of a living body without its consent.

For a daemon, the possession is a way to enter the Mortal Realm that requires less energy than materialising their own body would. Because of this, they can stay longer before returning tot he Immortal Realm.

During a possession, it seems that the daemon is in control. It also seems to be hard to tell if a person is possessed. A notable trait seen in at least one possessed is eyes of gold though.

## Possession of objects

Daemons are also said to be able to possess objects. There are tales of Sentinels trapped in orbs, Misers possessing statues and weapons that whisper to their wielders.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Informative text about Possessed (*T9A:FB Cultists**, v0.1, p9*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 The Journal of Leonora Dimitriou, entry from Itar 35th 962 A.S. (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p32*)
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Pablo de la Rue, Memoirs (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p28*)
4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Georges Sybellicus, extract from The Book of the Infinite Legions (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p10*)
5. ↑ Georges Sybellicus (962 A.S.) The Oak-Bound Tome: Threshing Engine (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p87*)
6. ↑ The Journal of Leonora Dimitriou, entry from Acrober 4th 962 A.S. (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p52*)
7. ↑ The Journal of Leonora Dimitriou, entry from Acrober 8th 962 A.S. (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p64*)
8. ↑ Urs Bödeker; Banners of the Legions (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p92*)
Omen

An Omen of Savar.

The **Omen of Savar**, sometimes simply refereed to as an **Omen**, is a unit part of the Daemon Legions faction and a higher daemon of Savar.

Sometimes an Omen can be seen mounted on a chariot known as Throne of Overwhelming Splendour.

## Description

Omens of Savar are said to be tall, on occasion seven feet, and regal humanoids of terrible power. Sometimes sporting features of apex animals such as great wings and long tails.

Some specimens have been observed to be of black hide with streaks of glowing hellfire burning from within. This appearance could cause an untrained eye to confuse them with a Vanadra's Scourge, though the Omens are usually taller but not as muscular.

The most unifying feature of all Omens of Savar is a set of horns resembling a crown . On occasion, these appears to be made from diamond .

## Power

Omens are said to masters of combat . A single specimen is said to be powerful enough to lay low a battalion of imperial infantry .

The Omens of Savar are said to herald times of great calamity, but this could just be superstition . *Perhaps though, this is the origin of its name*.

It has been observed that an Omen can take command of lesser daemons such as Blazing Glories. Supposedly using sheer will force alone.

## Weaknesses

The pride of an Omen is said to be one of its weaknesses. They can be so disdainful that they fail to pain full attention to their foes . Omens are also susceptible to flattery, by appealing to their pride the can be fooled into thinking a foe is a worshipper, at least for a while .

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 The Journal of Leonora Dimitriou, entry from Itar 31st 962 A.S. (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p16*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Georges Sybellicus (962 A.S.) The Oak-Bound Tome: Omen of Savar (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p19*)
3. ↑ Parchments found on a corpse in an Aschau hovel (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p20*)
Johannes Grunstein

A portrait drawn by Beatrix von Ueblingen

Johannes Grunstein was a scholar of ancient history at the University of Narrenwald.

## Career

Grundstein was known for his theories about the Naptaan priests animating statues to do their bidding.

Grunstein accompanied Beatrix von Ueblingen on her expedition to Naptesh, bringing expertise in translating Naptaan hieroglyphs.

## Death

During von Ueblingen's expedition to Naptesh, Grunstein came to witness proof that his theories about statues in Naptesh were true. The expedition encountered a Dread Sphinx which came to life before their eyes. Moments after it decapitated Grunstein.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 27th of Acrober (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p13-18*)
2. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 8th of Damos (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p28 & 31*)
3. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 9th of Damos (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p34-35*)
4. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 10th of Damos (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p36-37*)
Forgefathers

The banner of the Forgefathers.

The **Forgefathers** is a Warriors of the Dark Gods warband dedicated to Sugulag.

The Forgefathers are said to roam on the fringes of the Wasteland. Supposedly they have monopoly on market of various forbidden goods traded there. They also have a myriad of artisans and blacksmiths working for them to further their cause.

## Sources

1. ↑ Urs Bödeker; Banners of the Gods (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p82-85*)
Kharatep

Kharathep is, or was, king of Djedesh, a city in Naptesh.

Lord of the Delta

Pillar of the Sky

Right Hand of the High Queen

Last and Greatest of His Line

## Titles

Kharatep's titles include: King of Djedesh, Favoured Son of Nephet-Ra, Lord of the Delta, Pillar of the Sky, Right Hand of the High Queen, Last and Greatest of His Line.

## Duty

Kharatep was one of the keepers of the funerary caskets of Phatep . At one point it was lost but later reclaimed at the Battle of the Burning Sands.

## Grave

Kharateps was buried within a pyramid in Djedesh . His sarcophagus was stolen in 962 A.S by Ferdinand Valdes and sold to the Society of Eichtal.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 27th of Acrober (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, p13-18*)
2. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from unknown day, Damos (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, p36-37*)
3. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 6th of Acrober (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, p8*)
4. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 10th of Damos (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, p36-37*)
5. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 8th of Damos (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, p28 & 31*)
Hakim

The **Hakim** are a group of nomadic people in western Taphria. They are called barbarians by neighbouring nations

The Hakim have a collection of ancient deities that they worship. Lately some have also started worshipping the Dark Gods.

 The Hakim are nomads who roam the Great Desert south of Qassar, and north of the with the Koghi. These two neighbouring nations reject their worship of the Dark Gods and persecute them. The Qassari are said to have fortified various oasis in the desert, while the Koghinan supposedly abduct their children to be put into slavery. It has been theorised that actions such as these only push the Hakim further into the folds of the Dark Gods.

In battle, the Hakim ride camels. They seem to enjoy relative gender equality, with matriarch being found as leaders of tribes.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Hudhaifa Uddin; The Chronology of Foreign Nations (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p56*)
2. ↑ Meradus Gercator (962 A.S.) Map of the Lands and People of the 9th Age (*T9A:FB Rulebook, v1.3.5, p125*)
Paladin

A Paladin armed with a Lance.

The **Paladin** is a unit part of the Kingdom of Equitaine factions.

Paladins are direct servants of the King of Equitaine, chosen from his own knights. Sometimes they act as commander of armies.

Paladins also lead searches of heretics and fiends within the borders of Equitaine. Supposedly, no man would dare cross a paladin in this fulfilment of their duties, not even a duke in his own lands.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Note about Knightly Orders (*The 9th Scroll, issue 5**,** p49)*
2. ↑ André Pierlot, Tales from Villach: Stories of a Court Scribe (*T9A:FB Giants, v2020, p14*)
First Age

The World Hymn's tapestry image for the First Age.

The **First Age** is one of the nine ages of the world. It is known as the **Dawn Age** .

## Events

These are notable events taking place in the First Age, listed (approximately) chronologically:

* Myths of the First Age talk of a global empire of reptilian demi-gods, the Cuatls. Some believe these creatures to be related to the Saurian Ancients of today, others are sceptical.
* *The reptilians held many other species as slaves, including humans, elves, dwarves, ogres and orcs.*
* *The slavery continued until a comet, known as the Skyhammer, struck. The slaves took the opportunity to revolt and overthrew their reptilian masters.*
* The Cuatls are said to have disappeared from the world. There are many theories as to why or where.

Unless otherwise specified, text that green italic in the list above uses the World Hymn poem and tapestry as its source.

## The World Hymn

*Main article: World Hymn*

The World Hymn is a dwarven carving of a poem that details all the nine ages of the world. It was later copied to an Equitan tapestry and supplemented with imagery. A transcript of the poem and the image for the first age are both shown below.

##### 1.1

In cavern deep, in mountains old
We sing the hymn, we mark the way
Remembrance past, to future’s day
Let none forget, the ancient ley
To mark the path of home and hold

##### 1.2

Our tale begins in Sauran yoke
In chains and pain forlorn of hope
Without our pride we labor’d ‘til
In darkest days our fate unmade
For comet’s fall our shackles broke

##### 1.3

We mined the gold they craved and stole
With which to power arcane machines
And build their ugly ziggurats
So old were they, while we were young
As yet we had not found our soul

##### 1.4

Unmeasured Ages came and went
So long that none can know the count
But wait we did with vigilance
Until we saw an opening
A time to make their cities rent

##### 1.5

Skyhammer’s gift a vengeance born
We slew and killed who’s blood was cold
Together bound as brothers sworn

## Sources

1. ↑ Jorge Zamoran; An account of the peoples, nations and monsters which inhabit the world (*T9A:FB Rulebook, v1.3.5, p138-145*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 The World Hymn: the 1st Age *(T9A:FB Rulebook, v1.3.5, p126)*
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Interview with Sigmund Selig, the Great Sage, seventh session (*The 9th Scroll, issue 17, p10*)
4. ↑ Informative text about the Saurian Ancients (*The 9th Scroll, issue 16, p6*)

Ages of the world
Factions

Beast HerdsDaemon LegionsDread ElvesDwarven HoldsEmpire of SonnstahlHighborn ElvesInfernal DwarvesKingdom of EquitaineOgre KhansOrcs and GoblinsSaurian AncientsSylvan ElvesThe Vermin SwarmUndying DynastiesVampire CovenantWarriors of the Dark Gods
There are sixteen playable factions in the miniature wargame The 9th Age. This game takes place in a fictive game-world, so far without its own name. The playable factions are not directly part of the world - they are game terms. Different factions correspond to different kinds of concepts - races, nations, states - in the world.

To further complicate matters is the elusive nature of terms such as nation, people, culture, country and state. Is the feudal kingdom of Equitaine a single, political entity, i.e. a state? Is there a majority culture, a shared language, i.e. is it a nation? Is everyone of the Equitan nation, and none else, living under the king, i.e. is it a nation-state? To these questions, complicated enough in the real world, are added the fantasy elements of the game. The Sylvan Elves faction, used mainly to represent the nation/country Wyscan, contains not only elves but intelligent eagles and talking trees. Can a nation be cross-species?

Perhaps these questions seem petty and uninteresting, but their answers play a role in the design of this wiki's pages. Currently, the wiki lumps faction and corresponding game concept together into one page when there's a large overlap between them.

The wiki has also settled on using the word 'nation' in a rather broad sense, many 'nations' on this might be more precisely described as states or countries.
Nepharet

**Nepharet** was Queen of Hanaphuk in ancient Naptesh.

At the time of the Great Dying, in the Third Age , Nepharet was the first conspirator of Setesh against King Phatep, the Pharaoh of Tehmet. It is said that she had long recented the rule of Tehmet, and saw Setesh's plot as a chance to elevate her own city.

According to legend, she offered her court in Hanaphuk for the location of the betrayal against Phatep. She hosted a banquet for the king, held at night for the cover of darkness. At the banquet, Nepharet presented a chest of gold and lapis lazuli and challenged to guest to fit themselves in it to win it as a prize. One by one they tried and failed. Finally, Phatep himself was convinced to try it.

When the king had entered the chest, the lid was slammed down y Setesh's lackeys. They then ran the chest through with swords, until the blood of the king flowed. Nepharet and the other conspirators are said to have drank of this blood.

## Sources

1. ↑ The World Hymn: The 3rd Age (*T9A:FB Rulebook, v1.3.5, p127*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Naptaan Book of the Dead, translated by Abd al-Latif (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, v0.204.2, p11-12*)
Alberich Hauptmann

**Alberich Hauptmann** know for having written Death Knows No Borders, which was published by Eichtal Press in 911 A.S.

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Given Haubtmann's name, he is presumably from the Empire of Sonnstahl.

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## Hauptmann as a narrator

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Haubtmann is used as a narrator twice in T9A:FB Undying Dynasties., Both times the reader is presented from excerpts from his work Death Knows No Borders, though from different chapters. The excerpts details the origins of the Terracotta Army and the Barrow Legions, while in the process providing some information about Naptesh.

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Both sources are fairly old, published over 50 years ago in 911 A.S., though details events that took place far longer ago. It is not know how Haubtmann came to this information, but given that it was published in Eichtal Press he must have some credibility.

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## Sources

1. ↑ Alberich Hauptmann (911 A.S.) Death Knows No Borders, chapter VI; Eichtal Press (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, p16*)
2. ↑ Alberich Hauptmann (911 A.S.) Death Knows No Borders, chapter IX; Eichtal Press (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, p58*)
Nephet-Ra

**Nephet-Ra** was the sun god in ancient Naptesh.

The high priest of Nephet-Ra was once Mentaawet.

King Kharatep was known as the Favoured Son of Nephet-Ra.

## Sources

1. ↑ Informative text on the Chariot of Nephet-Ra (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, v1.0.0, p49*)
2. ↑ Informative text about the Brooch of the Sun (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, v1.0.0, p48*)
3. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 27th of Acrober (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, v0.204.2, p13-18*)
Gila

From the tapestry imagery of the First Age in the World Hymn. Depicting a group of gila armed with spears and shields.

**Gila** are a saurian species. They are humanoid, bipedal reptiles.

## Sociology

In times of peace, the gila seems to have the same societal roles as their smaller brethren the skinks. In times of war however, this changes by necessity.

## Sources

1. ↑ Interview with Sigmund Selig, the Great Sage, fifth session (*The 9th Scroll, issue 14, p52*)
2. ↑ Professor Eiselmasus van der Rijke, "Collected field notes - Vol. VI" (*The 9th Scroll, issue 16, p6*)
Courtesan

A Courtesan of Cibaresh.

The **Courtesan of Cibaresh**, sometimes simply refereed to as a **Courtesan** or a **Prince of Cibaresh**, is a unit part of the Daemon Legions faction and a greater daemon of Cibaresh.

## Description

Courtesans of Cibaresh have been described as tall and spindly. They have long limbs  and strange claws. A face of one specimen has been described as an emotionless mask with many sets of eyes.

It is said that the Courtesans can vary between both bestial and humanoid. Their thin bodies often androgynous in appearance. They often have more than four limbs, sporting sharp weaponry in the shape of nails or bone exoskeletons. Supposedly they all have a love of sharp edges.

In battle, the Courtesans are said to be merciless and fast. They've been described as a whirlwind of bloodshed with movement so fast that they blur.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 The Journal of Leonora Dimitriou, entry from Itar 35th 962 A.S. (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p32*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Georges Sybellicus (962 A.S.) The Oak-Bound Tome: Courtesan of Cibaresh (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p35*)
Gilles D’Auvigne

A portrait drawn by Beatrix von Ueblingen

Gilles D’Auvigne was an equitan soldier. In 962 A.S in Port Reynaud he was hiered as captain of the guard to Beatrix von Ueblingen's expedition to Naptesh.

D’Auvigne was killed by a Tomb Reaper during the expedition.

## Sources

1. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 6th of Acrober (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p8*)
2. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 9th of Damos (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p34-35*)
Dathen

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* Dread Elves

Dathen, formaly known as the Republic of Dathen, is an elven nation in Silexia  . Dathen's captial is Rathaen.

The Daeb are part of the Dread Elves faction.

They are known for their strong naval presence around the world  .

## History

During the Third Age, the elven provinces in Vetia were facing
formidable threats from barbarian hordes and dwarven enmity. Many elves left the provinces in Vetia to travel to Silexian colonies instead, growing the elven population there. Eventually the Aldan's control was rejected and civil war followed. The colonist formed their own nation.

## Geography

There are several cities in the Republic of Dathen, among them are:

* Rathaen
* Caen Dracin

## Politics

Dathen is a republic. It is governed by the three Crimson Consuls from the Obsidian Thrones. The consuls embody the will of the Senate, which consist of 99 elected individuals. The Senate is found in the Tower of Gar Daecos in Rathaen.

There are three main faction within Dathen politics: the Fatherland faction, the Motherland faction and the Slaver faction.

### The Fatherland Faction

The Fatherland faction strives to have the Daeb reclaim territories in Vetia.

Presumably, the Fatherland faction was involved in the War against Dathen as it is called in Sonnsthal, upon the conclusion of which the Empire of Sonnstahl was founded.

### The Motherland Faction

The Motherland faction seeks dominion over the Highborn Elves of Celeda Ablan.

### The Slaver Faction

The Slaver faction focuses on Silexia and seeks to empower it through slave trade. It is popular among many younger Daeb.

## Slave Trade

The slave trade is an important part of Dathen economy and culture . Slaves are used as workforce by the Dread Fleet and on farm around the lad, but also as household servants to powerful Daeb.

## Religion

Within the Daeb society, there are cults dedicated to Olaron, Cadaron, Yema and Nabh.

## Sources

1. ↑ Jorge Zamoran. An account of the peoples, nations and monsters which inhabit the world. Prepared for Prince Estaban (*Main Rulebook*)
2. ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 Informative text about the Dread Elves (*9th Scroll issue #6, p26*)
3. ↑ Johannes Strabo, A New Atlas for the Ninth Age (*Main Rulebook*)
4. ↑ Map of the Lands and People of the 9th Age, by Meradus Gercator, 962 A.S. (*Main Rulebook*)
5. ↑ Informative text about the Empire of Sonnsahl (*9th Scroll issue #5*)
6. ↑ Letter intercepted between Sonnstahler traders (The 9th Scroll issue #6, p27)
7. ↑ *Dread Elf armybook*
8. ↑ Opening invocati on to Yema for public ceremonies (*The 9th Scroll issue #6, p26*)
Aldan

Two Arandai ships, with a city or port in the background.

**Aldan** is the capital city of the Arandai Empire. It is situated on the island Celeda Ablan.

The Pearl Queen rules the Arandai Empire from the Pearl Throne in Aldan.

Aldan is said to have a dual harbour. One of the harbour is known as the Pearl Harbour. It is used for trading with the outside world, yet access is heavily restricted. Merchants wishing to trade must often wait for a long time, either on their ships or on the Rock, a small island a few ways off the coast.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Informative text about the Highborn Elves (*The 9th Scroll, issue 9, p20*)
2. ↑ Interview with Sigmund Selig, the Great Sage, seventh session (*The 9th Scroll, issue 17, p10*)
Port Reynaud

Port Reynaud is an Equitan city and colony in northern Taphria.

The city was built as a crusader port, featuring fortifications around the keep and harbour .

The western border of the Naptaan Empire was presumably not far east of Port Reynaud .

## Sources

1. ↑ Map of the Lands and People of the 9th Age, by Meradus Gercator, 962 A.S. (*Main Rulebook*)
2. ↑ Johannes Strabo, A New Atlas for the Ninth Age (*Main Rulebook*)
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 27th of Acrober (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p13-18*)
4. ↑ Beatrix von Ueblingen (962 A.S.) My travels in Naptesh: Entry from the 31th of Acrober (*Undying Dynasties armybook, p19-21*)
Exalted Herald

An Exalted Herald.

> "This was a Warrior reborn, shieldbearer now to none but the Great Father alone. A vision of power pure, and strength unchallenged:
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> the mighty Athar had come! Herald Exalted, Lord of the Greater Realm"
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— From the Atharsaga, part 39
The **Exalted Herald**, also known as a **Golden Eye of Father Chaos**, is a unit part of the Warriors of the Dark Gods faction. Each Exalted Herald was once a mortal who succeeded in the Trial on the Paths of Ascension. It is a supernal being (*probably a daemon, though exact classification is unclear*), living eternally in service of Father Chaos.

## Description

By appearance, Exalted Heralds are said to be easily confused with Blazing Glories, although the Heralds are said to be more powerful.

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Given that Exalted Heralds where once mortals who took the Pact, it seems likely that they are humanoid in appearance.

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Some Exalted Heralds have been observed to be able to fly.

## Paths of Ascension

*Main article: Paths of Ascension*

The Exalted Herald is said to be the pinnacle of each Warrior's journey. It is to achieve immortality and to serve only Father Chaos himself.

To become an Exalted Herald, one must first pass a Trial of Father Chaos, a glory reserved only for those who have walked either the Path of the Favoured or the Path of the Exiled, a Chosen Lord or a Doomlord respectively. Failure means becoming an Forsaken One.

The trial has been described as the if the souls of the one tested leaves the body to another plane of existence. There it is tested without threshold, with no mercy for the unworthy, a process that can take hours. At the conclusion of the trial, the Veil is said to rent, casting a blinding light. If successful, the body of the one being tested vanishes, leaving only the symbol of infinity seared into the ground.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Atharsaga, part 39 (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p48-49*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Ilarion Yanovich (942-962 A.S.) Letters to Archbishop Voytyek Bistricha, 4th letter (T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p42-43)
3. ↑ Georges Sybellicus (962 A.S.) The Oak-Bound Tome: Blazing Glories (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p21*)
4. ↑ Ilarion Yanovich & Lukas Yanovich (942-962 A.S.) Letters to Archbishop Voytyek Bistricha, 9th letter (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p110-111*)
5. ↑ Parchment found clutched by a dead scribe in the ruins of the Abbey of Listowell (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p16-17*)
6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Atharsaga, part 1 (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p20-21*)
Eidolons

An Eidolon.

**Eidolons** are a unit part of the Daemon Legions faction and a daemon of Father Chaos.

## Description

Eidolons have been described of mercurial shape, constantly shifting and changing. They can effortlessly float over the ground, their liquid bodies sprouting libs seemingly at random. Eidolons are also said to be one of the least understood daemons.

Some say that eidolons remain true to the form they have in the Immortal Realm even when manifested on earth. Other daemons adopt they shapes to their environment, but eidolons remain unchanged.

Eidolons are commonly seen in groups. When they do so, they sometimes focus their energy to the most powerful individual in the group, allowing it to cast deadly spells.

## Dark Fire

Eidolons are said to use something called Dark Fire in battle. It has been observed as grey flames sprouting from their orifices. Supposedly, this dark fire tests the willpower of its victims burning the unworthy in agony.

## Sources

Georges Sybellicus (962 A.S.) The Oak-Bound Tome: Eidolons (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p79*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 The Journal of Leonora Dimitriou, cont. entry from Acrober 8th 962 A.S. (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p78*)
Chosen Chariot

The **Chosen Chariot** is a unit part of the Warriors of the Dark Gods faction. Each chariot is crewed by two Chosen and pulled by a Karkadan or another large beast.

## Description

Old records suggest that the chosen chariots might be up to twice the size of the chariots used in ancient Naptesh (*presumably what today would be known as a Skeleton Chariot* ). The creatures pulling the chariots were described as crazed beasts from darkest pit of the underworld.

## Paths of Ascension

*Main Article: Paths of Ascension*

Chosen are on the second step of the Path of the Favoured. They are Warriors who have earned the favour of their Dark God. The next step is to earn the status of Chosen Lord. *Exactly what distinguishes a Chosen Lord from a Chosen is unknown, perhaps it is more of a social status of leadership rather than a position granted by the gods*.

If a Chosen fails its Dark Gods, he or she might be cast down to the Path of the Exiled, becoming a Forsworn. Then that person must instead please Father Chaos to advance on the Paths of Ascension.

## Sources

1. ↑ Dr. Eckhardt Friedman (937 A.S.) The Golden Dynasty; Eichtal Press (*T9A:FB Undying Dynasties, first publication, p20*)
2. ↑ Erika Leitzke; On Worshippers of Darkness (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p34-35*)
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Extract from the Litany of the Exalted (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p18*)
Celeda Ablan

Celeda Ablan is the homeland of the Highborn Elves    . It is an island in The Great Ocean and on it can be found the city of Aldan .

## History

The World Hymn mentions the elves populating Celeda Ablan during the Second Age.

## Sources

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Map of the Lands and People of the 9th Age, by Meradus Gercator, 962 A.S. (*Main Rulebook*)
2. ↑ Jorge Zamoran. An account of the peoples, nations and monsters which inhabit the world. Prepared for Prince Estaban (*Main Rulebook*)
3. ↑ On races and their magic (*The 9th Scroll, issue #5*)
4. ↑ Johannes Strabo, A New Atlas for the Ninth Age (*Main Rulebook*)
5. ↑ The World Hymn, a reproduction of an
Equitan tapestry, itself believed to be a copy of an ancient dwarven
carving and poem dating from the first century AS. *(Main Rulebook)*
Daredevils

**Daredevils** are lesser daemons of Vanadra. They do battle mounted atop Brazen Beasts.

Described as lesser imps of Vanadra, daredevils manifest together with brazen beasts. They accompany them in battle, though it is said that it is the beasts who are the masters of the duo.

## Sources

1. ↑ Georges Sybellicus (962 A.S.) The Oak-Bound Tome: Brazen Beasts (*T9A:FB Daemon Legions, v2.0, p61*)
Luis of Equitaine

The Coat of Arms of King Luis

Luis was King of Equitaine between 952 A.S and 960 A.S, after which he was succeeded by his son and current king, Henry. He is the third known king of Equitaine to bear the name Luis.

## Family

Luis was born in 918 A.S. to the then king of Equitaine, Charles, and Lyuba of Volskaya.

He had a brother, Henry, known as Lionhelm, and a sister, Mathilde.

His son Henry is the current king of Equiatine.

## Sources

1. ↑ [1]Royal family tree
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Royal Family Tree (*The 9th Scroll, issue 5**,** p48)*
Naram

Naram, the Mother, is an elven deity. She represents fertility and rebirth and is one of the three forms of Moritaur, the Phantom Queen, together with Tula and Beccam.

In a union with Yema, the Tempter, Naram mothered Amryl, the Forest Queen.

## Sources

1. ↑ Emerentius (907 A.S.) A Study of the Gods: The Phantom Queen (T9A:FB Sylvan Elves, p14)
2. ↑ Emerentius (907 A.S.) A Study of the Gods: Divine Daughters (T9A:FB Sylvan Elves, p20)
Chosen Lord

The **Chosen Lord** is a unit part of the Warriors of the Dark Gods faction.

Chosen Lords can often be found as the leaders of warbands and armies of the Warriors of the Dark Gods    .

## Power

Records exists that suggest Chosen Lords can possess power and skill enough to rival Feldrak Ancestors  and Kadim Titans  in combat.

## Paths of Ascension

*Main article: Paths of Ascension*

The Chosen Lords are at the highest echelons of the Path of the Favoured . The only remaining step is to face one last trial at the hand of Father Chaos in the Immortal Realm to become an Exalted Herald .

A Chosen Lord who loses the favour of its patron Dark God becomes a Doomlord. A Chosen Lord that fails the trial to become an Exalted Herald becomes a Forsaken One.

## Sources

1. ↑ larion Yanovich (942-962 A.S.) Letters to Archbishop Voytyek Bistricha, 1st letter (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, p8-15*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Atharsaga, part 1 (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, p20-21*)
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Ilarion Yanovich (942-962 A.S.) Letters to Archbishop Voytyek Bistricha, 2nd letter (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, p24-27*)
4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Ilarion Yanovich (942-962 A.S.) Letters to Archbishop Voytyek Bistricha, 6th letter (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, p59-62 & 68-69*)
5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Extract from the Litany of the Exalted (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, p18*)
Chosen Knights

**Chosen Knights** are a unit part of the Warriors of the Dark Gods faction. They are Chosen mounted on Karkadans or other large mounts.

## Description

It is said that for a Chosen to become a knight, they must search out an appropriate mount and tame it. This is said to be a great trial, which forges a close bond between rider and mount. A common beast used as a mount are the Karkadan, legendary creatures known for their savagery and they sheer amount of armour they can carry. Supposedly other mounts are common too, such as great boars and mountain lions.

## Paths of Ascension

*Main Article: Paths of Ascension*

Chosen are on the second step of the Path of the Favoured. They are Warriors who have earned the favour of their Dark God. The next step is to earn the status of Chosen Lord. *Exactly what distinguishes a Chosen Lord from a Chosen is unknown, perhaps it is more of a social status of leadership rather than a position granted by the gods*.

If a Chosen fails its Dark Gods, he or she might be cast down to the Path of the Exiled, becoming a Forsworn. Then that person must instead please Father Chaos to advance on the Paths of Ascension.

## Sources

1. ↑ Diary of Zuhra el-Habeeb (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p32*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Extract from the Litany of the Exalted (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0204.2, p18*)
Iron Crowns

The Iron Crowns is a term used to describe large parts of Arcalea and some parts of Destria. It was originally meant as an insult to referring to the lack of true power within the region. Nowdays the Iron Crowns wield a large amount of power with their influence and wealth, though the term remains.

Iron Crown mercenary companies are often deployed in the reserve, to aid the battleline where it is most needed.

A well known mercenary company part of the Iron Crowns are the Aegis and Blades .

## Sources

1. ↑ Informative text about Arcalea (*The 9th Scroll, issue #8*)
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Andrea Barbiano (948 A.S.) The Tools of the Trade: Barbarian Chief (*T9A:FB Warriors of the Dark Gods, v0.201.0, p54*)