“P-please, spare us!”

On the road to the western territories, a small merchant group knelt on the ground, pleading for their lives.

Their assailants were bandits.

Despite hearing of unrest in the region, the merchant leader had recklessly decided to proceed with the trade route. Now, he knelt before them, his face pale with fear.

This region was once under the influence of the great Marquis Rodrick but was now ruled by Fenris, the most powerful Count of the North.

Given the strategic importance of this area for trade, nearby lords ensured that banditry was kept in check. Bandits typically …