This story arc will take on a 'campaign' model, i.e. it will be told from two different 'prongs': West (W) and East (E), following, in that order, Urdin's and Vlos' efforts to reclaim Elbar.

The Western Campaign centers at the city of Estreon, with the following viewpoint characters:

-Urdin Husniris: the late Lord Hospodia's brother, former general in the House's army;

-Arys Darys: his newest aide, son of the Estrean mayoress;

-Ashara Darys: the lady in charge of Estreon, Arys' mother. In charge of the political-diplomatic front during and beyond the campaign;

The Eastern Campaign revolves around the city of Balaras, with the following viewpoint characters:

-Vlos Husniris: the only son of the late Lord Hospodia;

-Alista Rastenia: widow to the late Lord Hospodia, Vlos' mother;

-Senna Karistra: Urdin's sole female aide, Vlos' mentor and confidant.

Each 'prong' might have sub-parts where necessary.