True to its reputation as the largest source of iron ore in the north, Count Cabaldi’s territory boasted more forges and blacksmiths than any other region. However, this was still not enough for Ghislain. He needed even more forges and smithies.

Ghislain spread a map of the Cabaldi region across the table, pointing out locations as he spoke.

"Build forges and smithies at all these locations. We’ll set up industrial complexes in several spots so that if one goes down, it won’t impact productivity across the entire territory."

The retainers were taken aback by how many sites he’d marked. By …