Story

The Story of Artisan


King Brandulfar of the kingdom of Dwarrowheim once wielded his ancestral sword in defense of his realm. The blade was a beacon of safety and struck fear into the hearts of the kingdom’s enemies. So strong was its magic that evil could sense its presence for miles around, and so the kingdom went unmolested for many years. Issaethra, an icy white dragon who once plagued the mountains of Dwarrowheim, hid in his lair for centuries after the sword was forged.

But now the sword is missing. Once the sword was gone, Issaethra sensed the sword’s power fade, and gained courage. In desperation, the dwarfs of Dwarrowheim fortified themselves in case of the dragon’s attack, but all in vain. The icy fiend soared to the gates of the kingdom and bashed its defenses to pieces. King Brandulfar was slain in his attempt to save his people, and the dragon took the king’s crown back to his lair to add to his collection of loot.

Eldgrim, the King’s right hand man and Warlord of Dwarrowheim, swore to avenge the king’s death. He will stop at nothing to put an end to Issaethra once and for all. As preparations for the dragon hunt began, Eldgrim made two declarations: first, that the discourteous dwarf who stole the king’s sword shall be found out and put to death. Secondly, that all of the greatest dwarf warriors in the world are invited to aid Eldgrim in his hunt for the dragon. All are promised fame and fortune should the quest succeed.

As a character, you have the choice to help Eldgrim fulfill either or both of his declarations. The whole world of Smörgåsland is available for questing in, which will be necessary to become worthy of confronting the world’s most frightening dragon. You must discover what it takes to slay a dragon, for such a task is nigh impossible. Then you must gather the skills and supplies to create weapons, armor and other tools with which arm yourself and your party for the final confrontation.