[Ironhawk]

This turn the forces of the Green Emperor accidentally clashed with those of Caelum over an unclaimed province. At the request of a local baron, the forces of pythium moved in and took control of the region in order to protect the peasantry from brigands and other riff raff. Unbeknownst to us, another baron had made similar arrangements with the leader of a Caelian force to the south. As you can imagine, tensions were high when the two forces met. Battle could have been averted but for the rogue actions of the mercenary captain Guiseppe and his band of thugs. Without the knowledge of his Caelian employers, he launched a foolish attack on the Pythium ranks which was quickly broken up.

The ensuing battle forced a Caelian retreat from the province with some casualties. The Pontifex himself has spoken with the lord of Caelum and commiserated over the accidental loss of life. In the future, both nations have agreed to keep stricter control over any mercenary groups they hire.