The First Elynthi War Begins

Chaos erupts in Katzpütch when Veracous, the ancient Soulmeliti blade, appears in the Great Market. Four parties - Dyianr'ri Shien'shoam,Teshar Shal'Tuiz - who betrays his allies in the People's Army to show his true colors as an Elynthi spy, Luvren Lightfingers, Malakshan - lead various parties in a rolling brawl to secure the blade. Through cunning and strength of arms, Dyianr'ri finally gains control of the ancient sword. She declares that it gives her the right to lead the Soulmeliti into battle. Her army - over nearly 10,000 from a mix of races, marches on New Solarin.