Political event
The one-sided merging between Shellbay and Fjordstrond beneath one banner. The Saltkrigere would grow its ranks and spread between both cities, protecting both but ultimately remaining loyal to their ancestors.
The merging of these two great cities marked the true beginning of empire for Shellbay. While their decisions in prior decades lent themselves to imperialism, no one realized the potential until Fjordstrond so easily agreed to their terms and services for a greater nation. While there was little to conquer during this period (the only other major stable territory being Eldurgrund within Trinen's borders), the past of raiders and Ithitar worship drove their fear and birthed plans for spiritual and physical security.