The country of Axel is an old and storied place.
Since the end of the War of Creation, it has been ruled by chromatic dragons; flying lords of slavery, control, and battle.
Now that it has a degree of freedom, it is wracked with unease.
Some think this is a bright new horizon. Others believe the land was better under draconic rule.
Recent developments in technology have led to the creation of new weapons, more effective than ever at resolving disputes.
Amongst all the chaos, in a small frontier town, there is a group of curious folk who have noticed something in the settling dust.
There are ruins, built long ago, perhaps even during the arrival of the dragons.
They started the Archaeologist's Guild, a group dedicated to researching, preserving, and studying this history.
You are one of many travelers to come to this guild, be it to fulfill curiosity, for the thrill of the hunt, or simply seeking the heavy bounties for new discoveries.
When you've finished, you can close the book on this chapter.
Art by Gavin O'Donnell.