The Dreadlands
“Blood for coin”
‘Prince’
An alias once used by the infamous and notorious bandit, Lord Augustus Flay. The title of Prince is the official term used to describe the current ruler of the Dreadlands. Assigned to Danis Silverblade c. 20th of Snow’s Maiden, 1549.
The Honoured Houses
House Flay
House Ruthern
House Letholdus
House Silverblade
House Greymane
House Carrion
House Romstun
House Thurgar
House Baelish
House Chapman
Brief History
Following the discontinuation and scattering of many prestigious bandit lords and brigands, a host of houses once belonging to Lord Augustus Flay merged under one banner and inhabited the ruins of Old Fenn. Their outlaw refugee was soon christened ‘the Dreadlands’, as bandits seeking refuge in the City would prey on the roads. Like a vulture to cadaver, brigands flocked to these lands for riches and glory under the exalted Ex-Dunamis Marshal Danis Revlis, now named Danis Silverblade. Followers of the Church of Saint Augustus would establish a church in their seat of Exul, openly praying to their late Lord. Romstun Skengmen returned to their old ways and joined in forces with Danis in order to instill the fear they once did.
Culture
The Dreadlands are a haven for bandits and exiles, choosing to live under the protection of a united army of cutthroats. Whilst there is no official laws there is however a code of honour set by the Prince. All citizens living under the roof of the Prince are obliged to uphold and preserve the honour code. They have the mere task of dealing with fools who might disgrace it.
I. Every man shall obey civil command; the Prince shall have one full share and a half of all prizes.
II. If any man shall offer to run away, or keep any secret from the Dreadlands, he shall be bound and thrown into a pit of snakes.
III. If any man shall steal any thing in the Dreadlands, or game, to the value of 500 minas he shall be banished or thrown into a pit of snakes.
IV. That man that shall refuse or disobey command, shall receive Princes’ Law (that is, the branding of the flayed man) on the left side of his neck.
V. That man that shall attack or betray his brothers, shall be put to death, flayed alive then drawn and quartered.
VI. Should a man not keep his weapons clean and, fit for an engagement, or neglect his business, shall be cut off from his share, and suffer such other punishment as the Prince thinks fit.
VII. If any man shall lose a joint in time of an engagement, shall have 400 minas ; if a limb, 800 minas.
Heirlooms
Blessed Plate of St. Augustus
The last known set of blessed plate forged during the days of Athera and worn by the followers of Saint Augustus, Croesus Letholdus now wears this hallowed suit of armor. Said to be the toughest armor ever worn, it emits a dull red glow and is christened by many war scars.
The Dread Crown
The Dread Crown was an item held by Ex-Blackmont Sergeant Xander Romstun. It was passed over to Danis Silverblade and once told to have been worn by Augustus in the battle of the Dreadfort. This crown is passed on to whomever the next ruler of the Dreadlands, it is not always passed down through a bloodline, it’s the choice of the previous crowned ruler to determine the next ruler, whether it be one of his blood or a new worthy Outlaw.
Chivay Shoulder Crusher
A warhammer once wielded by the powerful and prestigious brigand James Romstun. Infamous for his heel spinning fighting stance, perfecting the ancient technique “The Chuckaboo Whirlwind”. This warhammer was used in many battles and once said to have crushed the shoulder of Robert Chivay. Now belongs to Porky Romstun.
The Grand Wizord’s Staff
A intricate carved oak staff once owned by Blindo the Wizord, now under the possession of
Benedict Chapman. Carved into the side of the staff is the phrase, “Get captoed”.
The Dunamian Digger
The Dunamian Digger, the heavy carbarum spade smithed by Reign Silverblade for only one purpose. To kill and then burry all the enemies of his family. Was used during the Siege of Dunamis Fort by Richard Revlis. Now it is held by Danis Silverblade, making sure that the weapon is still used to protect the family.