Uther's dementia had destroyed the mighty Empire. Everywhere, one could see nothing but desolation. The lands where ravaged by civil wars, and unholy creatures prey upon crippled cities. The death of Demosthene and his only heir, Uther, left the Empire in a state of despair. Minor nobles now fought for the throne. The Empire's crown is a disputed, yet precious prize...

"The Empire is decaying from within as self-proclaimed rulers struggle for control of the now vacant throne while a cruel Inquisition sweeps across the human lands, causing rebellion and misery."