(Old) (Unreleased Extra) Diary of the Heretic

This is what Marshall was reading at the beginning of Extra Chapter 65.1Property of Aerick Son of Galias of Jillbeck’s Road…Raiders. Holy wa

This is what Marshall was reading at the beginning of Extra Chapter 65.1

Property of Aerick Son of Galias of Jillbeck’s Road

…Raiders. Holy warriors of Steihnner. Men and women who have sworn to live and die by the sword in fair combat to honour their gods. I used to admire them for their dedication to the creed and their codes…

…First time they came to our farm, they sought food and shelter for the night which they sought to gain through fair combat, so I drew my sword to keep what belonged to me…

...They took my hand, and took my bed. The pain is excruciating and I know not if I will ever be able to till the land the same way again, but by Steihnner, it was fair combat and so I relented…

…The raiders came again, but this time they wanted more…

…They sliced my my mead and bedded my wife, I know not what to feel other than shame. Oh Steihnner give me strength…

…They came back again, and this time they asked for my daughter, but I have not the strength to pick up the sword…

…My wife fought bravely, but was no match for these brutes. She was defeated and they took my daughter. I can only pray that they do fair by her…

…They are back…

…They took everything. My wife, my daughter, my cattle, my gold… And when they took my home, they burnt it down, for they believe ‘true men’ need no home. Oh Argelie, Miranda, forgive me...

…If you are reading this journal, it must mean that I’ve died. I can only hope that this story will find you in a world that found me a hero or at the very least a martyr for  my tale is one of tragedy and injustice and, in betraying the gods, I only wish to fix a broken world ruled by their unfair laws.

Steihnner, I reject thee! I reject your right to godhood, your laws and your pride! I will dedicate my life to erasing your legacy and bringing this world its rightful peace!...

…I need an army, but I can’t show myself anymore. If only… Oh Argelie, forgive me, but we both know it must be done…