A rich, roasted haunch of wild boar, famed in Verdun-sur-Rivière for its restorative powers. Well-marbled and glazed with herbs, this meat is prized by nobles and hunters alike.

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Boar Haunch of Verdunwood

A thick cut of grilled venison from the forests of Europe, this royal steak restores great health and vigour to any sovereign.

Royal Venison Steak

Sturdy daily bread made from rye grown on the Great Steppe Frontier, dense and subtly sweet, sustaining warriors and villagers alike.

Steppe Rye Bread

A fragrant loaf baked with Avalon wildflower honey, light and nourishing for travelers on the misty isles.

Avalon Honey Loaf

A crisp apple harvested from the Verdunwood orchards, deep red and flushed with vitality.

Red Orchard Apple

A vibrant orange ripened in the rare groves of Zarazara Oasis, zesty and refreshing.

Saharan Citrus

A poisonous red fungus often mistaken for edible mushrooms by the unwary.

Deadly Scarlet Toadstool

A toxic green mushroom found in the depths of Greywinter Pines, infamous for causing illness to unlucky travelers.

Rotten Pinecap

A rare purple fungus found in the foggy woods of Avalon, rumored to bring feverish visions to those who eat it.

Witch's Amethyst Fungus

A dangerous gray mushroom lurking in shadowed glades—deadly if consumed, sometimes used in court conspiracies.

Ashen Death Cap

A green-skinned river fish from northern waters, gone rancid—consuming it brings instant illness.

Spoiled Pike

A small green potion. Used surreptitiously in royal courts to poison rivals—do not drink.

Conspirator's Vial

A less potent but still poisonous green draught, concocted in the shadowed forests of Avalon. 

Gray Mist Tincture

A stately forest bordering Verdun-sur-Rivière, Verdunwood is famed for its grand, rounded oak trees and hidden glades. Merchant trails wind through its heart, and rumors speak of secret army musters beneath the green canopy. The forest is often alive with the sounds of covert diplomacy and the bustle of royal hunts.

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Verdunwood

Stretching beyond Treisvik, Greywinter Pines is a dense, ancient forest renowned for tall pines and perpetual snow. The forest’s eerie silence is broken only by hushed whispers of treasures buried beneath frosted roots and the footsteps of hunters stalking elusive game.

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Greywinter Pines

Nestled on the edge of Kurganovo, Steppe Grove marks the border between rolling grasslands and dense woodland. Bands of horsemen gather beneath its sunlit trees for war councils, and festivals often fill its clearings with music and banners.

Steppe Grove

Enveloped in perpetual morning fog, Miststone Glade lies near Caer Llyr’s ancient standing stones. Wildflowers carpet the earth, and megaliths loom among the trees, drawing druids and curious villagers to search for relics and whispered secrets.

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Miststone Glade

Surrounding Zarazara Oasis, Oasis Grove is a rare forest of lush palms and thick, blue-tinted foliage. Traders rest in its cool shade, and nomads tell stories of secret duels and riches hidden beneath vibrant leaves.

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Oasis Grove

A stately residence in Verdun-sur-Rivière, The Crimson Gable boasts a red-tiled roof and sturdy brown timber walls. Merchants and envoys converge here for secret gatherings, drawn by its reputation for hospitality and intrigue. The house overlooks the bustling market square, echoing with the pulse of continental trade.

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The Crimson Gable

Standing at the heart of Treisvik, Greywinter Hold is a modest, fur-lined home built of local stone. Its thick walls shelter villagers from the biting tundra winds and serve as a refuge during fierce snowstorms. Tales of ancient, hidden treasures echo within its chambers.

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Greywinter Hold

Nestled within Zarazara Oasis, The Sapphire Canopy is a gleaming white house crowned in vivid blue tiles. Known for its cool shade and lush palm courtyard, travelers and traders seek the respite here before perilous journeys across the desert sands.

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The Sapphire Canopy

At the edge of Kurganovo’s festival grounds stands The Kurgan Pavilion, a historic hostelry constructed from sturdy brown timbers and crowned with a cheerful yellow roof. Horse-borne warriors and visiting dignitaries rest here, plotting grand campaigns over stews and songs.

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The Kurgan Pavilion

Enshrouded by the mystical fogs of Caer Llyr, The Miststone Cottage is a timeworn brown farmhouse with a red tiled roof—its garden ringed by towering megaliths and wild blooms. Locals whisper it was once the dwelling of druids and storytellers.

The Miststone Cottage

This signpost marks the northern passage, leading to the windswept icy plains and mysterious forests of the Tundra of the Forgotten North. Beyond this point, expect perilous snowstorms and ancient ruins.

Path to the Tundra of the Forgotten North

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This weathered sign signals the way back to the vibrant heartlands of Europe, promising bustling cities, fortified castles, and the intrigue of noble courts.

Route to the Renaissance Continent

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Here begins the southern route to the Saharan Dominion, a realm of endless golden sands, mirage-laden horizons, and lost cities. Prepare to brave harsh sun and shifting dunes.

Passage to the Saharan Dominion

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This sign guides travelers away from sandstorms, returning them to the bustling and fertile landscapes of Renaissance Europe.

Trail to the Renaissance Continent

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This sturdy signpost signals eastward passage to the vast, rolling grasslands, wild horses, and lawless frontiers of the Great Steppe.

Road to the Great Steppe Frontier

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Marked by ancient script, this sign invites passage from the Steppe back to the ordered lands of Renaissance Europe, where alliances and dynasties reign.

Way to the Renaissance Continent

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This ornate sign marks the misty coastal port, inviting those who seek legend and lush islands to board ships for the enigmatic Western Isles of Avalon.

Voyage to the Western Isles of Avalon

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Carved with intricate runes, this sign beckons travelers away from Avalon's hidden coves and mythic megaliths, leading them back to the bustling mainland.

Return to the Renaissance Continent

This weather-beaten sign marks the eastern migration route, guiding travelers from the icy tundra into the fertile plains and windswept hills of the Steppe.

Frozen Track to the Great Steppe Frontier

This simple sign stands at the border of the Steppe, signaling the way back north to the land of frozen rivers and rugged pine forests.

Grassland Path to the Tundra of the Forgotten North

Nestled on the banks of a winding river, Verdun-sur-Rivière thrives as a hub of trade and politics within continental Europe. Its fortified market squares bustle with merchants, and the town’s citadel stands as a testament to the shifting allegiances and strategic intrigue of the age.

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Treisvik lies in the heart of the frozen tundra, its sturdy stone homes clustered around a weathered grey keep. Locals brave fierce blizzards, relying on close-knit community and ancient traditions to withstand the harsh northern climate.

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Amidst endless sand dunes, Zarazara Oasis shimmers as a beacon of life and prosperity. Traders and nomads gather beneath the shade of palms, finding respite and opportunity in this vibrant desert crossroads.

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Located on the sprawling grasslands of the eastern frontier, Kurganovo is a rallying point for horse-borne warriors and warlords. Its walled town reflects both defense and ambition, hosting lively festivals and fierce political rivalries.

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Veiled in mist on the western edge, Caer Llyr is renowned for its mysterious standing stones and legends of ancient civilizations. Amid vibrant greenery and dramatic cliffs, villagers whisper stories of forgotten glory while defending their tranquil haven.

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Alexei of Moscow

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Isabelle of France

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Thomas of England

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Baron Ludwig von Stein

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Boyar Mikhail Petrov

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Ilsa the Frost-Seer

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Farid al-Din

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Layla of the Blades

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Batyr of the Steppes

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Elen of the Mist

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Reign of Empires

A sweeping, lifelike world map encapsulating the major realms and frontiers as they stood in the year 1500. Europe sprawls with lush forests, vibrant cities, and fortified castles, flanked by the waters that connect empires and divided by shifting borders that promise intrigue and war. The land is rich yet perilous, echoing the drama and strategy of an age where alliances, armies, and disasters shape the fate of kings and commoners alike.

The Renaissance Continent

Stretching into the chill above Europe, this realm is dominated by sprawling icy plains and rugged, wind-swept forests, where hardy tribes roam amid frozen rivers. Ancient pines and mysterious ruins dot the land, and fierce snowstorms make travel perilous for even the bravest souls.

The Tundra of the Forgotten North

To the south lies an endless expanse of sun-baked dunes, scattered oases, and lost cities swallowed by shifting sands. Nomadic caravans crisscross the territory, which is rife with mirages, abrupt sandstorms, and a few fertile river valleys offering precious sanctuary.

The Saharan Dominion

Eastward, the land opens to vast, rolling grasslands where nomads herd wild horses beneath immense skies. Here, lawless warlords contend for dominance, and only the swift and resourceful thrive amid windswept plains and scattered hills.

The Great Steppe Frontier

Off the misty western coast, a chain of mythical islands emerges from the turbulent sea, draped in lush greenery and ancient megaliths. Shrouded in fog and legend, these lands feature unique flora, hidden coves, and remnants of forgotten civilizations.

The Western Isles of Avalon

Set against the sweeping backdrop of a meticulously painted Renaissance world map in 1500, players assume the role of a newly empowered sovereign—such as Alexei of Moscow, Isabelle of France, or Thomas of England—charged with guiding their chosen nation through a turbulent age of conquest, diplomacy, and catastrophe. As ruler, players must recruit armies, forge or break alliances, and withstand epidemics and natural disasters while navigating complex systems of monarchy, democracy, or autocracy. The player interacts with three vital NPCs: a loyal advisor versed in statecraft, a cunning diplomat from a neighboring country, and a shadowy conspirator within the court. Strategic decisions echo across forests, bustling towns, and fortified castles, with each choice influencing succession, the people's fate, and the shifting balance of power. Every reign tells a new historical story—written through the alliances forged and empires won or lost.

Reign of Empires

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