War of Wheat

Military action

Originally the Goblins carved out a homeland of their own near the entrance to Provo Canyon. At first this land was unwanted by other groups as it was inhabited by human bandits and monsters. The land itself was hard to plant crops and use due to the old world ruins and trash. However after several years of living there the Goblins and their Toren allies were able to create a more comfortable living space.

However they were occupying ground the High Elves wanted. Not owning all of Provo Canyon any Elven trade caravans had to pay a toll to the Dwarves to access Avalon Valley. When the Dwarves started raising the prices on these tolls the elves started to look for other alternatives.

The High Elves had always been at odds with the Goblins for supplying the Dwarves with weaponry to use against them. In spring of 98 after trade negotiations failed the Dwarves closed off the only road in Provo Canyon. Being cut off from Avalon Valley the High Elves economy started to suffer. To the surprise of all Norden Reunia stepped forward and voiced objection the Dwarven policy. The kingdom of Avalon however voiced support of the Dwarven action.

At first Norden and the High Elves invaded Salt Valley in an attempt to open a road between their countries for trade. This invasion however failed and construction on the road never started. Being completely cut off and not willing to pay Dwarven tolls, the High Elves declared war and tried to take the road by force. Unlike the previous wars between these nations this time they were joined by allies. Avalon Kingdom was the first nation to join the war. Pledging themselves to the Dwarves cause Avalon Kingdom sent it dragon knights to provide assistance against the Elven air ship threat.

At first Norden Reunia stayed out of the war. However in the spring of 99 Avalon Kingdom's dragon knights accidentally caused a forest fire that destroyed several Norden farms. When Norden requested an investigation and damage payments, Avalon Kingdom refused. Further both Avalon Kingdom and the Dwarves threatened action against Norden should they remain neutral. In response Norden made an alliance with the High Elves and declared war on both the Dwarves and Avalon Kingdom.