Chapter 2: The Falcon’s Message
With unwavering resolve, Harleen and Gemba have accepted their mission. The fate of the Based Lands now rests on their shoulders as they embark on a treacherous journey to warn King Royal. Trusting in the swift wings of a falcon, they send word ahead to Royal, urging him to prepare his armies and lead the resistance against Madrid’s looming invasion.
Upon receiving their message, King Royal immediately takes charge. True to his honor and duty, he vows to defend the people and the mineral-rich lands of the Based kingdom with all his might. Understanding the gravity of the battle to come, Royal calls upon Falcao to organize a night of celebration in the pubs. Warriors are encouraged to feast, drink, and find peace with the gods, knowing that their courage will be tested in the fierce days ahead.
But the storm is not one-sided.
Far from the Based Lands, Sabaku and Grimalkin deliver news of Harleen and Gemba’s loyalty to Madrid’s advisors. Slam, Madrid’s powerful general and commander of his armies, is furious. He sees this act of unity as a threat to their plans and demands immediate action.
“Send a message,” Slam orders with a voice like thunder. “Show them their resistance is futile.”
The weight of this command falls heavily on Sabaku and Grimalkin. They must decide:
- Strike Now – Attack a fellow Viking, risking their own survival but sending a chilling warning to the kingdom.
- Disobey Slam – Refuse to follow orders and face his wrath, a choice with its own deadly consequences in the weeks ahead.
Slam’s impatience grows as he awaits their decision. The tension between the two sides thickens, with Madrid’s fleet still en route but the first shots of battle already threatening to erupt.
Time is short, and every moment counts. Will the resistance stay strong and united? Or will Madrid’s forces sow chaos and weaken the kingdom from within?
The path ahead is fraught with uncertainty, but one thing is clear: the battle for the Based Lands has begun, and there is no turning back.
Stay tuned as the saga unfolds—this is only the beginning of the fight for glory and survival. 🛡️✨