The Ireem Chronicles

Tension between the various clans of Ireem is nothing new. Whether spawned by personal conflicts or interspecies rivalry, some tribal discord is a part of life here. However, in recent days the strife has reached a new level, and with this escalation comes the risk of open war.

While the specific causes are still unclear, suspicion and rumor have run rampant. The raids of tribes' crystals, the frenzied capture of whole groups of citizens—and all who would defend them, and the ever-present condescension between individuals have all led to a growing feeling that each clan is living under constant threat of attack.

In particular, many of these fears center on the conflicts between the human and non-human populations of Ireem. Tribal alliances—whether open or clandestine—have created an increasingly polarized environment in which citizens are wary of trusting anyone outside their own clans.

Within the last few days, this mistrust has moved beyond speculation and been largely confirmed as fact. The Ireem Chronicles has obtained information from anonymous sources which affirms these suspicions: there exists a scroll, signed by several human clan leaders, formalizing the intent of the signatories to form an army, the goal of which is to launch an offensive against the non-humans of Ireem, described by one alliance member as “evil creatures.”

More disturbing is the allegation that with the Knights' participation, this charter has the blessing and even support of the Palace.

It is not clear whether any overture has been made by the Palace or any of the royal family to attempt to address any concerns which might otherwise lead to war.

In the absence of such talks, and with the formation of an army with such a singular purpose, it is difficult not to consider that those involved in this pact have no interest in peace, only the conquest of those whom they believe to be enemies. Indeed, at least one clan leader (who as yet has not been tied directly to the scroll) has expressed an open desire for war and the suffering it would bring.