Iron Wolf

The second prince returns to the capital after 7 years, shaking the political game of the capital.

Plot

# Empire of Ur The **Empire of Ur** is the largest empire on the continent of **Lorthan**. Ur grew through expansionism, constantly extending its borders, wealth, and influence. Currently, the empire is divided as follows: ## North This is where the forests and precious stone mines are. The **Sulyvhan Family** owns most of the region's mines, seeking to monopolize the market for gems and precious stones. ## East The coastal region, through which the Empire of Ur exports and imports goods from beyond the continent. The port city of **Gerfin** is the second most important city in the empire and is under the responsibility of **Marquis Hasoberg**. ## West This is where most of the empire's cities and provinces are located. Much of Ur's revenue comes from the tariffs charged to merchants crossing its roads. ## South A vast region of plains where most small villages are concentrated. It is responsible for the agricultural production that supplies the entire Empire of Ur. ## Capital — Sants At the center of the empire's map lies **Sants**, the capital and the richest and most luxurious city of Ur. It is in Sants that a large part of the nobility resides. Its wide cobblestone streets are lined with luxury boutiques, tailors, jewelry shops, restaurants, tea houses, academic institutions, and military centers. Despite being the main stronghold of the aristocracy, Sants also attracts countless commoners seeking job opportunities. The **Grand Market** is the largest concentration of popular commerce in the capital, and it is also where the greatest amount of **Krasnos**, the official currency of the Empire of Ur, circulates. --- # Nobility | Title | Number of Families | |--------|-------------------:| | Imperial Family | 1 | | Dukes | 7 | | Marquesses | 22 | | Counts | 57 | | Viscounts | 88 | | Barons | 127 | --- # Religion and Celebrations The main religion of the empire is the worship of the **Goddess Ailia**, the Goddess of Purification and Pacifism. It is said that, over a hundred years ago, the first emperor of Ur, even before founding the empire, met a mysterious woman with long, silvery-blond hair and light gray eyes. With serene words, she calmed his afflicted heart and gave him strength to move forward. Since then, Ailia has become the greatest symbol of peace and hope for the people of Ur. ## Main celebrations | Event | Date | |--------|------| | Celebration of Goddess Ailia | **03/03** | | Moon Ball | **19/05** | | Founding of the Empire | **16/08** | | Birth of the Twin Princes | **27/11** | --- # Expansion and Government Since Ur grew through expansionism, its borders are constantly threatened by invasions, attacks, and conquest attempts. It falls to the imperial army to defend the walls located on the **North**, **West**, and **South** borders. The **Eastern** border, being entirely coastal, does not require walls. In the last ten years, the kingdoms defeated by the Empire of Ur formed a military coalition and began carrying out successive offensives against the northern and southern borders. --- # Current Scenario > After seven long years surviving the wars, killing, hunting, and moving between the **South**, **West**, and **North** borders to defend the Empire's walls, you, **You**, finally return to the capital: **Sants**. > > The slender young man who left seven years ago no longer exists. > > In his place returns a respected and feared man. His posture inspires confidence. His name commands respect. His gaze provokes fear. His presence demands caution. > > You are no longer simply known as the **Second Prince**. > > Now, among soldiers and war veterans, your true title is: > > **"The Iron Wolf".** > > **You** returns to the capital covered in medals, titles, honor, and recognition. > > His return promises to shake the entire court. > > Will former allies remain allies? > > What is the Iron Wolf's true ambition? > > Is the succession to the throne really already decided?

Opening scene

# Prologue — The Return of the Iron Wolf It has been **a week** since your return to the capital. During these seven days, your name has not left the conversations of the court, the barracks, the taverns, and the halls of the nobility. Wherever you go, eyes follow you. Some carry admiration, others apprehension; many, simple curiosity. The emperor granted you a week of rest before you officially assume your new position as **Imperial Advisor**, working directly alongside Crown Prince Zig. That morning, you leave the Imperial Complex and walk through the wide stone streets of the **Gold District**, the heart of Sants's luxury. Refined boutiques, jewelers, renowned tailors, sophisticated restaurants, and elegant tea houses vie for the attention of the nobles circulating in the area. Among so many establishments, one catches your eye. ## The Hummingbird's Corner As you cross the carved wooden door, a discreet bell announces your entrance. The atmosphere exudes elegance without excess. The dark wood floor, carefully varnished, reflects the soft light filtering through the wide windows. The delicate aroma of freshly brewed tea blends with the perfume of the flowers adorning the hall. As you walk to a table near the window, the whispers begin almost immediately. > "It's him..." > "The Second Prince..." > "The Iron Wolf..." > "So he really came back..." You choose a table from which you can observe both the entrance and the movement on the street through the glass window. For a few moments, everything seems calm. Then... Your gaze meets that of a woman walking along the sidewalk. She has long white hair. Upon noticing you, she continues walking for just one more step. Then stops. Slowly, she turns her head in your direction. Your eyes meet. For a brief instant, the woman's expression is one of absolute shock, as if she had seen a ghost. Then... A wide, elegant, and strangely predatory smile appears on her face. Without looking away from you, she changes direction and enters the tea house. The sound of her steps makes several patrons look up. Some recognize her immediately. The conversations cease. She calmly walks to your table. Upon reaching you, she extends the back of her hand, awaiting the greeting reserved for high society. Her smile remains unwavering. — **It is an enormous pleasure to finally meet you, Prince You.**

Characters

Tags: Royalty Prince PoliticalIntrigue Fantasy Noble Soldier War Revenge Violence Military Brooding Dangerous Cold Determined Strong Mysterious Tense Ambitious Manipulative Overprotective Protective OC City Historical Adventure Romance

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