The Post-Tower Age

**(840-862 AD):**

* Brindor
	+ Peace and prosperity reign under a new Council of Elders, which promotes racial harmony and shared knowledge.
	+ As part of this philosophy, Brindor recognizes the sovereignty of the new Dwarven capital of Dunecraig.
	+ As both a gift of good faith to the Dwarves and an affront to Almora, Brindor relinquishes control of the Sturmwahl Mountains that separate Gurgrum and Dunecraig.
	+ Brindor supports the annexation of Gurgrum into the new Dwarven nation since it would strengthen their Dwarven allies while distancing their borders from those of Almora.
	+ The Concord of Prosperity is secretly proposed by Lucius Delphire.
* Almora
	+ The political situation in Almora is dire. The throne in Malekstead is empty and multiple factions rise to claim it.
	+ As the remaining powers vie for control of Malekstead, the nobles turn a blind eye to the increasing pirate activity operating out of Brewhaven.
	+ Lawlessness and the increasing xenophobia exhibited by Malekstead’s noble class lead to a mass exodus of its non-human residents, with many fleeing to Brindor or the new Dwarven state.
	+ Those who remain deeply detest magic in all but its most simple forms.
	+ With the establishment of a Dwarven sovereignty, there is severe political pressure for Almora to forfeit their claim to Gurgrum, the primarily dwarven port city. There have already been small conflicts in the Golden Valley and open war appears to be on the horizon.
* Dawnerthaig and Dunecrag:
	+ As payment for their assistance in stopping the wicked King Malek, the Dwarves annexed the Tower ruins, along with the surrounding lands of the Shattered Desert, as a new, sovereign nation.
	+ Now in control of the Sturmwahl Mountains, a farming settlement is established in the fertile region below the western slopes with the Dwarven government offering free homesteads and farmland for any who wish to relocate. Many Halflings, fleeing the deteriorating situation in Almora, flock to the area and the town of Halfsteade is founded.
	+ To increase their influence and legitimacy, the Dwarves pursue new trade opportunities. Land routes are established with Brindor and the Templar Academy, and an unlikely alliance is forged between the Dwarves and the clans of the Frostborne Mountains.
* The New Templar Order
	+ With their purpose fulfilled, Captain Liana officially disbands the Storm Breakers. Those who recognize her leadership and compassion remained and, together, founded the Templar Order.
	+ Castle Stormwatch was converted into the Templar Academy, a refuge to safely research magic and to preserve ancient knowledge.
	+ Due to their expertise regarding ancient and unnatural magics, the Templars are routinely called upon to assist in matters involving the abuse of magic or the presence of ancient or forbidden magics.
	+ While technically within Dwarven borders, Dunecrag recognizes the history and strategic location of the Academy and it remains as an independent entity.
	+ Liana was unanimously elected to serve as the Order’s first Knight-Commander.
* Heroes of the South
	+ Following the Tower’s collapse, the party was gifted an estate in Brindorby’s Hightown district. Professor Gidget was named an advisor to the Council of Elders. He is routinely visited by his daughter and her fiancé.
	+ To show their gratitude for his assistance in freeing Gurgrum, the Dwarven government offers Reluan farmland and sole proprietorship of the inn and tavern in Halfsteade. His is also “volunteered” as the town’s first mayor.
	+ Reluan and Liana are married in the Templar Academy’s newly renovated courtyard.
	+ Nyrissa stayed for a time to help train the first batch of recruits at the Templar Academy and her proficiency in dealing with undead and necromancy proved invaluable. However, she eventually returned to her home in Pitax, determined to overthrow the tyrant oppressing her people.
	+ Magda returns to her home village of Axehaven aboard a Dwarven merchant ship with hopes of forging a trade alliance between the Dwarves and her clan. While beneficial to both nations, the influx of trade ships makes it much easier for her to visit her friends down south.