The Blood Wars

1300 - 1310 CE

They were created when Alustien led a crusade against multiple large settlements in Ishtoc.

They were a set of skirmishes that led to a large final battle where Alustien was killed.

As a result of the bloodshed, an entire landmass was formed in Ishtoc from the piled bodies. This was named the Badlands, and is where Alustien’s new castle stands. His walls are made from the skulls of the fallen.

The Paladins of Rikarin were a notable fighting force in the blood wars. They were devout worshippers of the war god Rikarin. They were useful in combat for their ability to rapidly kill undead, which were Alustien’s primarily fighting force.

The Ulreath Naar were also praised for their skilled smithing and martial training.

Elves also utilized spell bombings against Ciercion’s forces. This is technically a war crime but it was excused because the enemy was undead.

The halflings of the desert were also somewhat prevalent in the war, aiding soldiers with their giant elephant mounted balistae.