We stand at the death of an empire.
For three hundred years, the eight cities of the Crownlands have been ruled by the ancient throne of Aldmoor.
Now the northern earls have risen up in revolt, and King Darius has been overthrown and executed by his own royal council. His former marshall Ademar has seized the crown, while much of the realm has returned to the days of squabbling petty kingdoms.
In chaotic times such as these, it is possible for even a lowly commoner to rise high in the world.
The people cry out for blood and entertainment. The brutal games of the arena provide both in equal measure. Now is your chance to establish a house and train a worthy team of fighting slaves who might someday compete in the grandest of all arenas.
Their glory will be your glory. Before the sun sets on this once-mighty empire, there is still time to carve out a legacy in blood and steel โฆ