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Located in the Troll's Bane Library a small human can be seen with many books opened at the table. He is seen hastily scrawling details on a piece of paper, transferring information from the book onto a separate parchment. After each parchment is completed it is copied onto a scroll which is later organized into the Library's collection of manuscripts and books.

The first scroll reads:

To all those who seek knowledge: I have been tasked by Governor Elijah Varrin to conduct a study on the history of Troll's Bane through researching various texts and then creating a brief history of Troll's Bane for the average commoner to read. By researching the rather detailed "Chronicles of Troll's Bane" and cross-referencing various governmental documents I am to create a short, yet thorough, history. As each year of history is read and compiled, a brief summary shall be copied to a scroll which shall be available for public scrutiny. Any commoner who can read is encouraged to devour this information and repeat it to those that can't read. Hopefully this will spur discussion, inform the peasantry of the past and allow for a more cultural and peaceful Troll's Bane for all of us.

Sincerely,
Axin of Lor-Angur

((Please steer clear of any chatter. As these are just a series of scrolls in the library it would be non-sensical to post here. If you wish to comment, please send a dove.))

YEAR ONE

Political: At the start of Year 1 in Troll’s Bane Damien creates the Order of the Grey Light which is dedicated to the protection of the city. The first killer in the city, Darkwalker, produced much trouble but eventually he was executed. To answer Darkwaler, Sturm Feuerklinge created the Grey Rose which would act as a police force in the city. In June the citizens officially decreed that the city be named Troll’s Bane. In August, Dyluck created the Magic Academy. The Lich Drahken Vorkalion, with the help of Moshran, attacks the town through his Demon Ashkatuul. The battles last from August 27th to September 4th when the Demons finally leave the city. The first King Udan dies, and his replacement King Caranthir fails to appear for his coronation. Xarex decides that a temple to Zelphia must be created. During September two major events happen. Giant Spiders attack the city, and a man named Cube partially burns down Troll's Bane. In November the School of Combat is opened, yet few support it. November 20th the Lich King attacks the city again, and the people are inflicted with a curse. However, after praying to Sirani the curse is broken. December is highlighted by numerous sniper attacks from two terrorists groups, one led by Spaniard and the other by Marlene. The Grey Rose rises to the occasion, and battles these groups eventaully leading to the terrorists destruction. The Grey Light, The Grey Rose, the Magic Academy, the Ironhammers, the Titans, the Rangers, the Silver Star Merchants and the School of combat meet in a convention to address various problems in Gobaith, the first time there is large scale cooperation in Gobaith.

Culture: Neon Rift and the Grey Light decide to cooperate to design a library. In April both the Fluffy Sheep Bar and the Library open. Kyuushiki creates the first Poet and Singer contest in the city. Kjallja and Tinari celebrate the first marriage in Troll's Bane May 9th of the first year. Numerous magazines and newspapers are created, yet they are not lasting. The first large festival is held and there is very little conflict at this event. However, it is later learned that this is where the Lich was able to curse everyone in the city. In addition, numerous games such as Fish Pong are created however through the months these games lose interest and a new game is created.

In Summary:
The first year was marked by new guilds and new services in the city of Troll’s Bane. Various threats were encountered, and the great town answered these threats through intelligence, courage and cooperation. It is clear that the Gods wish to intervene in the land of Gobaith. Near the end of the year, cooperation between numerous guilds is seen. This creation of island hegemony may be a reason for the terrorist attacks of this time.

Culturally there are numerous contests and celebrations, yet nothing long-standing. We see the development of numerous forms of culture: from various games, to text, to contests. However, none of these are permanent facets of society. Perhaps the most symbolic representation of Troll’s Bane culture in Year 1 is the Fluffy Sheep Tavern and the Library, which still stand today as a reminder of early culture.

YEAR TWO

Political: A group of Dark Mages attempt to consolidate all evil power; they fail because no other groups wish to cooperate. The Ironhammers lose their leader Caranthir, and fade from the public’s eye. On January 27th Troll’s Bane has a few conflicts that turn bloody but peace is made. Inside of the town there is the first recorded magic duel inside of town between Damien and Lillith. A strange man named Tal Rash claims he must find a fighter to give 2 swords to. Shi Long duels with Lord Dark Sunrise, this conflict attracts Trolls Bane’s attention and many citizens support Shi Long. The School of Combat switches their leadership. Citizens find a mana well that causes numerous problems such as a red-worm infestation. On April 19th the Magic Academy closes so Dyluck can find a way to seal the mana well. On April 23rd SilentSlayer creates the Azule Empire and attempts to take over Gobaith. A new magic academy forms through Astral, it closes soon after. The Grey Rose engages in a war with Darlok. Meanwhile, Drakjen Vorkalion attacks the town again and makes Ashkatuul return. The Four Riders is created to protect the city, and the Four Dark Lords is created to cause mischief. The first case of vigilantism is seen when Albion Wipfellaufer and Shaitaans are killed by Ranis for murder. Crimes run rampant in Troll’s Bane: traders are attacked and a scholar is almost killed. The citizens debate Gobaith’s judicial and state system yet no consensus is reached. On May 19th Darlok and the Grey Rose declare a ceasefire. On June 9th there is a Women’s Group founded that attempted to create peace through pacifism. The Templar of Light is created to educate Mages. On July 3rd the Workshop is burnt down by The Horde, a group of orcs. Citizens under Tschernebog challenge the Horde. The Horde holds Zasmia as a hostage and barricaded the Fluffy Sheep, eventually leading to their demise. On July 7th a Demon Army arises and is defeated. On August 13th the Magic Academy reopens. On August 21st there is an odd report of aggressive pigs. Near the end of August the workshop is repaired. The Firestone Knights attempt to compete with Troll’s Bane by creating a discount shop. In September the town closes for renovations. On October 9th the Citizen’s call the first recorded Open Assembly. Pellandria is banished due to her vampire like behavior, the city believes she is possessed by a demon. In November the Demon king Ashkatuul reappears with cursed mirrors that are quickly destroyed. On November 17th there are a series of fires caused by Moy’ve. A committee is created to welcome newcomers to the island by Feuerhaar. In late November Draken Vorkalion appears with a Demon king inside of a coffin. On November 25th the School of Combat is reopened. On December 5th the pub is damaged by drunks. On December 8th there is a revolt and racial discrimination due to an illness that started from the elves. On December 26th Moy’ve is thrown in jail for arson, yet escapes due to a demon attack. On December 29th speaking demons appear, yet they are defeated.

Cultural: On January 31st there is an attempt to create a newspaper, yet it fails. On April 2nd there is the first recorded divorce between Sir Siruis and Angaria, however this may be a misreporting and it may have simply been a cancelled wedding. The first report of suicide was on May 26th, the life lost was that of Ishan Irnaron who did so because of love. The Rangers put on a second concert in August. The first Illarion Lottery was formed; the entry fee was 25 gold and Mannelig got 1575 gold as the jackpot. The Mega Harvest game is developed. Agon opens the first Troll’s Bane gift shop on October 29th. On November 7th the library is reconstructed to hold a prayer room. There is a dancing contest held by Elkrim and Christiana. On November 16th the pub is reconstructed. The Fluffy Sheep closes due to arson soon after. On November 26th there is the second annual King of the Roof Tournament, which is also the first event that survived past the first year. The Tournament of Skills is also announced. On December 26th the area in front of the pub is turned into a Market square. On December 27th there is the first recorded house auction where Fieps bought a house from Serpadum. The year closed out on a high note when the first librarian, Jeron Giandor, was employed.

In Summary: The previous cooperation that was seen in the last year slowly disintegrates as more destabilizing guilds and organizations come into play. Education is hard to come by as numerous academies during this time are either closed or changing leadership. There is an increase of criminal behavior yet also an increase in vigilante groups. Much time is spent this year rebuilding what arsonists have destroyed. We see numerous assaults by the Lich Drakjen Vorkalion and his Demon. There is much chaos during this time.

Culturally, there was a myriad of different negative events. Divorce and suicide were reported, while arson destroyed the pub and library for many days. There were few festivities however they did occur. We see a development of traditions occurring during this year with the King of the Roof Tournament. Governmental offices are created to help run the town more efficiently.

YEAR 3

Political: Fooser recognized the need for a farmer and baker guild and thus formed the Cooperative Farmer Guild on January 6th. Dyluck destroys the sword in the mana fountain mid-January. There are reports of a dark figure murdering citizens on January 20th, the murderer is never known. Dyluck and Grey Rose have a light dinner and meeting as a homage to tradition. On February 1st there is the first organized orc attack of the year. On February 5th Nilo creates the Intermediate Wizards Guild. On February 7th Pual Laffing creates the Foundation for the Protection of Merchants as a way to recognize the bandits and thieves that are in Troll’s Bane. On February 28th Dunthro founds the Druids of Troll’s Bane, however it quickly fades as Dunthor is found guilty of murder and theft. On march 3rd a citizen regime is created to protect the city and fight crime, potentially a predecessor to the Town Guard. On March 10th there is the first report of a Guild of Thieves. On March 18th the city is attacked, yet again, by a band of orcs. On April 11th, potentially one of the most important events, the Lyrenzia Foundation is created which establishes a council between Grey Rose, Grey Light, the Magic Academy, Ranger, Silverbrand and later various merchant groups, the Hobbiteers and Druids. On April 24th the New Illarion School of Magic is created by Nilo. On May 2nd there is the first reported slave trade when Grant Heroin and Bloodhearte catch hobbits. On may 10th forty ogres attack Troll’s Bane and are defeated. On May 11th, in response to the Ogre attack, the Lyrenzia Foundatdion decides to design a wall. This is very controversial and Crosis wrote a petition against the wall, yet it failed. On the same day 5 are tried by the Lyrenzia Foundation for committing ritual murder, summoning animals as a cult. 3 are convicted. This is known to be the first push against cults. On May 13th gloomy figures fraud citizens when they imitate tax collectors. On may 18th the construction for the wall begins, and many view this as a sign of a totalitarian regime. On May 20th there is the first recorded lawsuit against the city for building the walls. This is the first time the judicial system is exercised by the people. On may 24th power it attempting to be put back into the hands of the citizens when there is talk for creation of an independent representative for unregistered citizens of Troll’s Bane. There is no hearing. On May 29th adversaries of Lyrenzia discuss their evil deeds, however no strong arguments are made. On May 31st the Lyrenzia Foundation decrees that as a punishment they can not exile someone, rather they can only jail someone. On June 4th Ogres attack the city again, however the walls keep the city defended. The next day there is another Ogre encounter that the walls help take care of. On July 8th a secret thieves guild is discovered called the Shadow Thieves Guild. On July 8th Demons attack Troll’s Bane with flies and other vermin and the citizens defeat them. On July 10th there is a drought that numerous citizens fall victim to. Numerous animals flee and the town goes hungry. On July 11th there is a report of heretics making accusations, whether or not they were legitimate is not said. On July 31st the long armistice between Grey Rose and Darlok is broken, yet no violence occurs. On August 22nd there is another report of monsters attacking the town. In addition, various authors draw up arguments against Lyrenzia in August, yet they fall to deaf ears. On September 16th Racketeers extort money from the townspeople. On October 8th Eliza falls ill, and monsters are seen in Bane. In addition, Vobe escapes from the jail house. On October 13th all magic books are removed from the library for unknown reasons. The Grey Rose also takes control over Bane declaring itself its protector. The Art of Justice Lawyers Guild is established on November 3rd, however there are known criminals in its ranks and it quickly disbands. On November 13th the Town Guard is created under the authority of Ultoris. On November 29th a bloody scarecrow is found outside of Bane and it is never known who placed it. On December 11th Avrillion states to the Rangers of Troll’s Bane that more trees should be planted. On December 28th the demon Ashkatuul returns with a horde of orcs whom attack the town. There is much death however the demon is fought out of the city.

Cultural: After a large auction the citizens want an Auction house constructed. This starts a flurry of auctions in Troll’s Bane. Near mid-January the elf Freaper hosts a fashion show, the first event of this type. On January 22nd the citizens wish to create an inn and on the 27th the first inn is created by Fieps who names it the Seahorse. This inn was run out of his house. On January 27th Paul Laffing creates a shop for tailored goods, showing that there was a want for expensive clothing. On February 8th the Festival of Life is held and it shows that the people believed in the sanctity of life. On May 28th a fire engulfs the library and it closes, no records show a reconstruction yet it is assuming one occurred. On June 1st Agon reopens his Troll’s Bane gift shop. On August 2nd Elvin Shaeron creates a Newspaper, and following the trend of previous newspapers by August 9th the last issue is released. On August 200th Draakon and Belegi hold their second dance contest, which the citizens enjoyed. On September 23rd Rustas planned to have a race, however not enough referees could be found. On October 27th Arvon introduced the game of Onion Hit, however in reality it was simply the already created game of Onion Ball. On November 10th the first poetry group, “The Poetist’s Passion” is created, however it is riddled with bandits. On November 10th the Circle of Scribes is also created, which translated texts between the old and new languages. Throughout this year there is also a number of marriages and divorces.

In Summary: The most symbolic even in Year 3 is the creation of assemblies which contain numerous guild leaders. These groups aim, and often do, to destroy evil forces on the island, however there hegemonic power is clearly seen as tyrannical by many citizens. The Lyrenzia Foundation represented the highest authority of the island, one which could not be stopped. We see numerous uprisings against the Foundation and numerous people attempting to put power back into the citizen’s hands, however these mostly fail. This seems to be the start of the constant battles between the Orcs and Civilization, as we see numerous attacks from the orcs. The last of these attacks occurs when the Lich King’s Demon, Ashkatuul attacks with The Horde. While Year 3 puts power in central hands it is also clear that many people wish to decentralize this power, and put it back into the hands of the people.

Culturally, there is a myriad of events that show that spirit is returning to Troll’s Bane. New ideas and events are created and we see that a few events occur often. Newspaper, as always, remains unpopular. Games are played, poets are written and culture flourishes throughout Troll’s Bane during Year 3.