War between Rhovan and Necros over territory and resources
The MFC successfully established an important trade agreement between not only its members, Necros and Rhovan, but also the politically neutral Eldahi and the island nation of Mantalos. This Magic Alliance Trade Agreement (MATA) helps offset the tightening trade restrictions from Salaris and Torverath.
Salaris military units began blocking Necrosi trade routes as sanction for Necros's continued practice of necromany and refusal to embrace the goddess Torva. This includes blocking trade with Eldahi where possible and intercepting trading vessels. This situation soon turned into a series of skirmishes and acts of piracy, cutting off much of the food supply for the northern nations. These conflicts are increasing in intensity and are thought to be the prelude to a declaration of war in the near future.