General Backstory

[fenris]

Ok its this simple. This is my backstory to explplain at least in part what's going on in the world of Rune at the moment.

[fenris]

Five years ago Emperor Rutilius Decimus died before he named his heir to the throne. His twin sons Aurelius and Caius were unable to come to a conclusion as to who should rule. Caius suggested that they divide the duties of ruling between themselves rather than split the empire. Aurelius agreed but secretly desired the throne for humself. As time went by Aurelius plotted his borther's death. When the time finally came to excute his plans Caius learned of his brother's betrayal. This started an internal war that in turn costed the Roman Empire valuable territory. After a bitter war that lasted nearly 3 years Rome had lost a lot of its border land.

At the end of the war Aurelius was victorious and claimed the throne for himself. Now with that out of the way he could set his sights on reclaiming lost land. As he prepared to take back Germany a man who went by the name of Sidonius claimed he could help the new Emperor take back not only Germany but conquer the Viking lands. With the help of Sidonius within two years the Romans retook Germany and even managed to get Ireland completely under thier strangle hold. Neither Emperor Aurelius or Sidonius had quenched their thirst for power.

Sidonius quickly climbed through the ranks and soon found himself seated at the Emeperor's side. He was given command of the coming invasion into Sweeden and Norway. Sidonius decided that a more agressive approach was needed because the useless missionaries were not doing thier job. He knew all too well that the Norsemen were stubbron and that only through conquiring their land could thier spirits be broken.

[Kain]

I've read this before but once again it sounds very cool and should be a lot of fun. And now we can always reference it here.

[fenris]

All in the name of being active I posted this. I honestly can't remember who has and hasn't seen this too.

[Reno]

I received it via email. It's good to have it out here where we can look and talk about it though.

[Arkhon Arkhozh]

Yeah Im excited about this story after rereading the book of Loki and been reading the poetic Eddas as well. It should be fun to play in. My character lined up reflects the oldest of the norse people who just wants to live peaceful farming life. Im also excited to explore the strange enviroments you have set up.