[Aethyr]

Not breathing indeed. Many celestial maidens lost thier lives to spy out the secret locations of Van's foul magics. The barbarians have opened gates closed long ago...gates through which insane elder once-gods have stepped.

The ancient scrolls foretell of such an occurance. While the outcome of the struggle has been lost to the mists of time, one clear message is conveyed: The Celestial Empire must resist the Van even though it may mean the utter destruction of our nation.

To the nations of the land: our trading houses are open and the fires of our forges are hot. Though your own wars may prevent you from assisting directly, your patronage can help us resist this predator of blood and death. Send your requests privately via your swiftest courier.

May the celestial lights guide your decesions,

Aethyr,
Grand Minister to the Celestial Court