Allsa

"The world of Allsa shows promise for the arrogant, while the humble feel only doubt." - Hass, *The Intent* Y25   The world of Allsa is de jure ruled entirely by feudal governments - Earls who submit to Dukes who in turn submit to Kings who in turn submit to Emperors - when they arise. De facto however, corruption is rife, many rulers, especially Earls, but even some Dukes, are puppets for cults or crime syndicates who wield the true reins of power but have not the bloodline necessarily to fill the chair. This corruption is not ubiquitous however, and many Kingdoms and Duchies are safe, prosperous fiefdoms where decency and humility are valued. The adventurer's hail from one such locale - the city of Winkel upon Yond in Pimfrey, a County in King Gregory of Ruckestre's personal demesne.   The Kingdom of Ruckestre is a bold and beautiful Kingdom set against the sea to the west, with the two kingdoms of Essegonia and Muthnor nuzzling it from the east. Away from the beach, the countryside is lush, fertile grassland, rich with wildlife. Ruckestre's borders to the east are set naturally by the river Twyne.   You were enslaved by raiding dwarves some months ago and your freedom was recently purchased by King Gregory III of Ruckestre himself, from Muthnor. You were chosen for your combat prowess to be a new unit of the King's Vanguard - small units of elite fighters sent on special missions at the King's request. The King has gathered you all before his throne, where he sits in silence, nerves racked by his empathy, contemplating how best to tell you of the task at hand. You find yourself returning the silence in kind, ever patient...