A Modern Mercenary

In the wind‑swept capital of Révonde, a weary cavalry lieutenant steps into a smoky club to meet the inscrutable Major Counsellor. After five long years on a remote frontier, he is ready to trade his uniform for a new purpose, perhaps even a return to Africa’s restless frontiers. Their terse dialogue reveals a man jaded by routine but still hungry for the chance to shape his own destiny.

The conversation turns to the simmering tensions in the tiny state of Maäsau, where journalists and military officers alike sense an imminent upheaval. The Major hints at opportunities that could pull the lieutenant into the heart of the coming crisis, offering a path that blends danger with the promise of relevance. As the wind howls outside, the officer must decide whether to linger in the shadows of his past or step forward into a role that could redefine his future.