The captured warrior (For Honor)

The world (Heathmoor)

Heathmoor is a region which happened to be where three factions intersected hundreds of years ago: the Knights who originally inhabited the region to the Southwest; the Vikings who have homes in the North, but periodically leave and return on journeys; lastly, the Samurai who ventured from far in the East, finding a new home in the swamplands in the Southeast. Heathmoor is a mix of multiple ecosystems, but primarily is one of three kinds of climates: temperate in the Southwest, tundra in the North and wetlands in the Southeast. The Northeast part of Heathmoor stems out into an ocean, with either a strait or canal cutting through the Valkenheim region towards the West.

Ashefeld

Ashfeld: home to the Knights. With its temperate climate and lush green forests, the silent dangers of the land are not apparent to those unfamiliar with it. Though more forgiving than the other two lands, Ashfeld is still wrought with peril. The volcano, Mount Ignis, has created lakes and rivers of acid, forcing the Knights who occupy the land to keep careful track of which water sources are safe and which are not. Pits of lava and geysers threaten all who are not wary. The further north you are, the less stable the land becomes. Occasionally, the land will shake and a new lava pit will emerge, reminding Ashfeld's inhabitants of The Cataclysm. Ancient ruins from a forgotten time dot the landscape. Many of these ruins have crumbled into nothing but rubble but there are still a many that remain standing. The Knights believe that these ruins were built by the Great Empire, the precursor to the Iron Legion. Plant life is thriving and incredibly varied from deciduous forests to evergreen trees in the mountains.

The story of Ashefeld

After The Cataclysm, Ashfeld was consumed by war with the Vikings. The land was nearly claimed when the Iron Legion halted their advance. Then, the Vikings disappeared. Not long after, the Knights in Ashfeld attempted to expand into Valkenheim: the land of the Vikings. But the Vikings had returned and pushed them back, renewing the war between the two factions. The Knights then attempted to expand into the swampy Myre but found that it has become inhabited by the Samurai, who retaliated. After years of war, the Knights finally repelled the Vikings and the Samurai from Ashfeld. However, the Knights chose not to pursue their foes and opted to defend their lands instead. However, neither the Vikings nor the Samurai continued their assault and peace fell upon Ashfeld. With no common foe to unify them, the Knights fell into disarray. Legions were formed including, most notably, the Blackstone Legion. However, many of the Knights declared their allegiance to warlords and mercenary groups. When the Vikings returned, they managed to claim several outposts along Ashfeld’s border and began pushing inward but the Blackstone Legion repelled them. With the renewal of the Great War, Ashfeld is under constant threat of invasion from their Viking and Samurai neighbors.

The six knight warriors

in the Knight faction there is six warriors: Wardens Conquerors Peacekeepers Lawbringers Centurions Gladiators

Wardens

The Wardens are powerful, noble warriors dedicated to the defense of their land and their people. Striking a balance between defense and offense, wardens wear partial plate armor with chainmail and leather. Wardens wield massive two-handed longswords for slashing enemies and blocking attacks. Trained to be proud, loyal, and brilliant diplomats, the Wardens are expected to embody the highest values of Knighthood. Many set out to achieve this, few do." The Warden's default armor is a set of interwoven metal plates over chainmail, topped by a visored barbuta helmet made to protect against a stray arrow or blade strike. The partial plate is segmented along the torso, arm, and leg joints to provide great dexterity while still granting plenty of protection in battle. longsword - The two-handed longsword is a double-edged weapon. Its hilt is comprised of a long, jutting cross guard, a heavy pommel for counterbalance, and a grip wrapped in leather. In spite of its size and weight, it remains a versatile weapon offering a balance of offense and defense.

Conquerors

Ex-prisoners and forced conscripts who have risen to the rank of elite soldier. Originally pressed into military service as sword fodder, those who are skilled enough to survive are promoted out of the rank and file and given heavy infantry training. They are heavily armored warriors, relying on a defensive style with their Heater Shield and their massive flails to whittle away at their opponents until they fall under the Conquerors’ massive onslaught. Climbing from the lowest ranked to this prestigious role in the Knight’s forces, Conquerors have earned the respect of their peers through determination and feats of arms. The default Conqueror wears an Enclosed Helm, as well as steel spaulders and a pair of poleyns. They wear a leather jerkin with some visible plating as well as a decorated cloth scapular. Their forearms are wrapped in steel chain and manacles. Footman's Flail & Heater Shield - The flail is one of the most vicious weapons used by the heavy infantry of the Iron Legion. They are made of heavy iron chains linking a stout wooden handle to a massive steel-spiked ball. The flail inflicts massive wounds through concussion as it crushes both armor and bones. In their off-hand, they use the Heater Shield both for offense and defense.

Peacekeepers

Quick, lethal, and can win a fight before their enemy even knows they are there. It takes a special type of warrior to be a silent blade. Theirs is not a legacy of glory. They are an instrument of death, wielded to turn the tides of war. You may never see them. But you will feel the difference they make and the trail they leave behind. The Peacekeepers wear light leather with hints of mail underneath. They are equipped with armored shoulder plates and shin protectors. They wear a helm with a cage visor and a brown hood to conceal their faces. Sword and Dagger - The combination of sword and dagger gives the wielder deadly counter-attacking ability. What the dagger lacks in damage, it makes up for in speed and versatility.

Lawbringers

The Lawbringers are justice in Ashfeld. They enforce the laws and dispense punishment and retribution without mercy. Their armor is without equal, their signature weapon a grim reminder of the ultimate punishment for lawlessness. They will go wherever they are needed – pray that you are on the right side when they arrive. Lawbringers wear full body plate armor with mail underneath. Their default helmet bears resemblance to a close helm with a large visor. There are emblems embroidered on the front and back and a medallion hanging from a chain can be seen in the front. Poleaxe - The poleaxe is one of the most versatile weapons ever made. The axe has a sharp end for slicing and a blunt end for bashing and the spike on top that makes it perfect for thrusting attack.

Centurions

The Centurion sees the battlefield like a chessboard. Each warrior has their part to play and sometimes sacrifices need to be made. This is the nature of war and the Centurion revels in it! The Centurion wears a metal face mask, giving him the face of a stoic warrior. he wears a metal musculata curiass with bracers and greaves. He also wears a galeae helmet that lacks its iconic decorative crest. Gladius - This standard issue Roman sword is perfectly forged for cutting, chopping, and thrusting. Its short blade works well when mixing in the use of his fists to punch his opponent.

Gladiators

The Gladiator is a fighter by trade. They have honed their skills through grueling matches in the arena and are now the top of their field. They fight for their own personal reasons: some fight to glory, some fight for riches... but in the end, they all fight. Their armor is minimal to allow for greater mobility but also to better highlight their skill. They have won over the crowd in every match but how will they fare when all that skill and training is put to the test in all-out war? The time has come for the Gladiator to pull a performance on the biggest stage they will have ever performed on. The Gladiators wear very little armor. They possess metal pauldrons and a bronze helmet as well as bronze greaves. Their torso is covered by a subligaculum loin cloth, while their right arm is protected by a manica. Trident & Buckler - Originally a fishing spear, the Trident became famous when Gladiators started using them in combat. In their other hand, they use the buckler to provide swift protection.

Valkenheim

Whether it is considered a winter wonderland or a frozen hell, Valkenheim is a massive tundra. While the trees have grown into a vast forest, smaller plants struggle to survive. Food is scarce, forcing the tribes to store all of it in Svengård and distribute it among the clans. Ancient statues from a forgotten time dot the landscape. Statues of their gods and warriors can be seen in the cliff faces. Plant life is rather sparse. Trees have been able to thrive but smaller plants struggle. As a result, farming is particularly difficult. Valkenheim is surrounded by natural barriers with a river and mountain range facing Ashfeld, the fortress of Gränsgård guarding the only way in, and the sea of Austramar facing The Myre.

The story of Valkenheim

After The Cataclysm, the Vikings declared war on the Knights of Ashfeld in a desperate attempt to get resources. This war raged for years. However, the Vikings one day just vanished, retreating up North and out of Valkenheim. Soon, tales of the Vikings became little more than myth. Needing more room to expand and grow, the Knights began traveling upwards into Valkenheim. As they cleared the land, they soon found the ruins of the Viking civilization, discovering the stories of the Vikings were true. Not long after, the Vikings returned to reclaim their old land. They drove the Knights from Valkenheim. After years of war, the Vikings were pushed out of Ashfeld. But they chose not to continue attacking. Peace soon fell upon the land. Unfortunately, Mount Rust erupted and its ash blocked out the sun. Crops and animals died, forcing the Vikings to begin raiding Ashfeld for resources once more. With the Vikings' return, they managed to claim several outposts along its border and began pushing inward but the Blackstone Legion repelled them once more. With the renewal of the Great War, Valkenheim is under constant threat of invasion from their Knight and Samurai neighbors.

the six viking warriors

in the viking faction there is six warriors: Raiders Warlords Berserkers Valkyries Highlanders Shamans

Raiders

Fighting with heavy two-handed axes, Raiders are always found at the forefront of the Viking horde, hacking through enemies crazy enough to stand in their way. They are clad in leather and iron rings, with their bodies covered by tattoos – souvenirs from past battles, which they bear proudly. These relentless warriors embody the Viking ideals: boundless bravery, spotless integrity, and unbridled passion. They know the moment of their death has already been chosen upon birth, so no Viking fears to follow their destiny. Of course, they all intend to bring as many foes with them as they can. The Raider's armor is composed of a blend of toughened leather, thick animal furs, and few pieces of metal plates, and have more of their body exposed than any other class in the game. So much so that it could be said that the Raider wears no armor at all, effectively sacrificing defense in exchange for mobility to assist in their preferred tactic of charging recklessly headfirst into a fight. Long Axe - Long axes have massive heads mounted on long, polished wooden handles. It is one of the most recognizable and fearsome weapons of the Vikings. It doubles as a deadly weapon of war and a tool to smash through whatever stands in the way between raiders and the loot they seek.

Warlords

Warlords are not born into leadership. They’ve had to earn it through blood, sweat and steel. To be a Warlord means a life of service to their people. Their shield protects those who cannot fight—their sword will cut down those who would attempt to cause their people harm. Their fighting style is simple yet brutal. You will always find them leading the charge. Warlords wear leather and animal pelt over chain mail. The chainmail also extends covers their arms, chest and their hips, with a horn hanging off the backside of their waist. Their helmet is made of iron and is in the shape of a rounded or peaked cap made from four plates after the spangenhelm pattern; at the brim, it has leather drapes protecting the neck. The helmet also has a "spectacle" guard around the eyes and nose which forms a sort of mask. Ulfberht and Shield - The Ulfberht sword, paired with a sturdy shield, allows the wielder to deflect blows and get close enough to their target to unleash deadly close range attacks.

Berserkers

Chaotic and brutal dual-axe-wielding Vikings. That is the simplest way one can describe the Berserkers. Their savage love of combat strikes fear into the hearts of most, friend and foe alike. The Berserker fights relentlessly, capable of vanquishing foes before they can mount a decent defense. Unconcerned with their personal safety in putting up a proper defense, these vicious warriors focus instead on killing as many enemies as they can. Historically, Berserkers have been described as warriors who would charge into battle without armor, instead wearing the pelts of whatever animals they believe themselves to be possessed by. Like their historical counterparts, the Berserkers wear little armor, only light leather shoulder pads and animals pelts with a mask over their eyes. Viking Hand Axe - The Viking have turned a common tool into a vicious, highly effective weapon. The hand axe combines speed of handling with the balance required for accurate throwing over short ranges. Their lethality is legendary when placed in the hands of the blood-crazed Berserkers, especially when they come as a set.

Valkyries

The Valkyries have made a deal with the gods. They will fight and earn glory so that those who can’t will be counted in the halls of Valhalla. They are scouts and trackers who use their spears and shields to deadly effect. They are chosen by the gods—pray that you never encounter one on the battlefield. The Valkyrie wear mostly leather armor with some metal plates. On their shoulder plates are fur linings that provide warmth in the harsh weather of Valkenheim. Their helmet has a full face plate and ram horns. The skulls of rams are attached to their gauntlets. Spear and Shield - The Spear is a simple weapon: a sharpened metal point at the end of a long wooden shaft. The shield is small and only gives so much protection. But put them in the hands of a Valkyrie and they are a deadly combination. The long shaft gives the Valkyrie reach, while the shield offers what defense they need. An attack can come from either and an enemy can find themselves on their back if they are too slow.

Highlanders

The Highlander is not a typical hard-headed Viking. Ancient alliances and obligations have pulled them into this war, otherwise they would have remained guarding their homelands. They can stay in a defensive posture and stand toe to toe with the fiercest of warriors, weathering the flurry of blows with their claymore... until they see a momentary weakness and then they pounce, displaying their true strength and speed revealed with sweeping strikes and heavy blows. They are never going to be the first to jump into battle, as they will plan each move and always be ready to counter. The mountains have made them hard and resilient; war has made them deadly. Highlanders have most of their armor covered by their clothes but some scale armor can be seen. They have a fur cape and a metal head band. Their pauldrons and greaves are made of leather and they wear their signature kilt. Claymore - The heaviest and longest sword on the battlefield. It slashes through the defenses of the opponent's shield and armor like butter.

Shamans

The Shaman's solitary existence has made her insane but don't let her erratic behaviour fool you! She is one of the deadliest warriors alive and she will feast on your bones. The Shaman lives a solitary life in the forests scattered around Valkenheim. This isolation has left her little to no civility and she appears to be utterly savage. She sees omens and communes with the gods, practicing rituals that only she knows. The squabbles of Factions do not concern her, but the blood and bones sing her name. And as she has read the entrails of a Knight scout, she knows her fate is tied to the war in the south. Her hatchet and dagger are thirsty. Once she enters the battle, her blood-rage will ensure that none will be left alive. The Shaman wears very little armor, only a leather tunic and pants with a sash wrapped around her waist. Skulls of humans and animals decorate her clothes with severed human fingers hanging from her belt along with rope, a hook, and gut-hook knife. A dagger is sheathed behind her back along with a pouch and a bear trap. She wears a metal head band on her head as her hair is exotically shaven and tied up. Hatchet and Dagger - The hatchet has long been a Viking weapon but pairing it with a speedy dagger makes the Shaman extremely unpredictable and savage.

The Myre

The Myre is an inhospitable location that even the Knights and Vikings tried to avoid, only finally invading it to gain an advantage in their war. It is a stretch of fens, crags, and swampy wastelands. Poisonous plants and trees threaten all who aren't careful and its ever changing landscape has been responsible for entire armies vanishing without a trace. Many locations are prone to flooding, rivers swallowing up stretches of jungle one moment before receding into nothing the next. The Myre is a lush jungle with many trees growing to the size of palaces. Unfortunately, many of the plants are poisonous. The Samurai have come to utilize the dangers of The Myre to their advantage, creating poison bombs from the toxic plants and using the dangerous terrain to funnel armies into artillery fire.

The story of the Myre

After The Cataclysm, The Myre was left uninhabited for a long time as neither Knights nor Vikings wanted to brave what was in there. However, as their war against each other dragged on, they began to expand into The Myre to gain an advantage over each other, little did they know the Samurai had come from across the ocean and begun settling in the swampy lands, having lost their original homeland of Japan to The Cataclysm five hundred years prior after it had sank into the ocean. The Vikings attempted to attack the Samurai with an army but were slaughtered within a day. By present-day, the Samurai have lived in The Myre for five hundred years, terraforming the continent to reflect a mixture of the original swampland and their own homeland. Since then, they had achieved many feats within The Myre itself. The city of Koto itself was built by the Second Emperor to surround his Imperial Palace, which was also built on a tall mountain overlooking the swampland. Indeed these were great feats, demonstrating the tenacity of these foreign inhabitants. During the Great Raid, three Viking scouting parties were sent to try to find a way through the swamps; none returned. It was Runa who finally found success when she located maps that would tell the Vikings how to navigate the swamps and enter Koto.

the six samurai warriors

the samurai faction has six warriors: Kenseis Shugokis Orochis Nobushis Shinobis Aramushas

Kenseis

The living incarnations of Bushidō, the samurai way of the warrior, or as close as one can get. Masters of multiple martial arts, they are trained from infancy to fight and die for their emperor or their fellow samurai without asking why. Kensei wear heavy armor and fight with the nodachi, a longer version of the katana that cleaves enemies in a few elegant and powerful strikes. Kensei spend their lives fighting and training as they strive to attain a level of perfection few other warriors can ever hope to achieve. Over the hakama, the clothing they wear underneath their armor, the Kensei wears a lacquered wooden cuirass covered by a gray sleeveless coat. A katana and wakizashi can be seen sheathed under the obi (sash) at their waist, although they are not used in combat in-game. The Kensei can always be easily identified thanks to the massive sode (pauldrons) adorning their shoulders, kabuto (helmet) atop their head and menpō (mask) concealing their faces. The forehead of their kabuto is decorated with a sharp crescent datemono (crest). Their menpō is constructed from iron and leather and covers the face from the nose to the chin. The Kensei's menpō in particular is red with a lacquered finish, and features a mustache, soul patch and fierce teeth meant to serve both as protection and as an effective method of intimidation against foes. Nodachi - The nodachi is longer than the classic katana. It was initially designed to be used by a foot soldier to kill the horse of cavalry. Kensei samurai of the Dawn Empire have the strength and necessary skills to use them as effectively as the katana.

Shugokis

The Shugoki appear slow and cumbersome. Don’t let that fool you -- they possess the strength of a giant and an indomitable will. It takes incredible fortitude to be the guardians of your people. You must defend them at all costs and put their needs above your own. This has never been an issue for the Shugoki. Their weapon of choice seems unwieldy, but in their hands, it is as deadly and precise as any blade. The Shugoki wears massive wooden plates protecting his torso and arms. An obi sash around his waist and a nawa belt hold the garments together. Unlike their comrades, he only wears a hakama with cloth and leather straps attached, with no noticeable shirt or torso garment under their wooden plates. The Shugoki does not wear a kabuto but instead wears a somen mask that gives him the face of an Oni, a Japanese demon with the superhuman strength to wield the kanabo with ease. The somen is typically accompanied by a cloth neckguard and a topknot in various styles. Kanabo - This traditional club is so large that it takes a powerful, but also skilled warrior to wield it correctly, even more than the nodachi. It can deliver a crippling blow with every hit, but its weight tends to leave the user open for counter-attacks if it misses.

Orochis

The Imperial assassins of the Samurai. They roam the battlefield like ghosts, terrorizing and slaughtering those unfortunate enough to cross their path. Lightly armored and trained in the arts of stealth and deception, the Orochi dispatches enemies with a katana. Usually loyal beyond reproach, the Orochi holds the darker samurai secrets of dealing death in myriad ways, from throwing deadly knives to using a poisoned blade. A perfect balance between flexibility and strength, the default armor is composed of laqured wood that cover most of the body with worn leather and cloth underneath. They wear a traditional kabuto, though it lacks any sort of tehen kanamono or decorative crest. Their dull gray mempo is simplistic and covers their mouth and nose, with dashes of tan paint that gives the image of sharp teeth. Katana - The katana is the archetypal single-edge curved sword of the samurai of the Dawn Empire. They are made of laminated steel of the highest quality and are often honored as family heirlooms that warriors pass down to their firstborn.

Nobushis

The defenders of the villages too far from the Imperial City for the army to reach. They are elegant fighters with a curious weapon. They have the lightest armor that allows them to move like the wind but cannot take a lot of damage. But don’t let their appearance fool you, they are one of the most effective fighters the Samurai have. The nobushi appears to be mostly wearing leather and cloth with a gray knee-length jinbaori (Samurai coat) on top. They possess two small sode, Japanese shoulder protectors, on their shoulders. They wear a mouthless noh mask and an amigasa hat. Naginata - The naginata is a long weapon consisting of a wooden shaft topped with a curved blade, with a round handguard (tsuba) between the blade and shaft. It is an extremely versatile weapon in the hands of a trained warrior and can be used to stab, bash, or hook enemies.

Shinobis

The Shinobi are silent warriors who move with a dancer's grace and kill with the precision that can only come from a lifetime of disciplined training. They were told as only being a myth, but this was intended by the secret society which kept their training and existence a secret. While their brethren Aramusha are brash enforcers, the Shinobi are tasked with undercover work. Not much else is known about the Shinobi than their agility, their magic-like ninja arts and their skill that lets them dispatch enemies quickly with the kusarigama they hold in hand. The shinobi takes on the image of the ninja in pop culture, clad in dark shinobi shōzoku with ropes, bombs, and a kaginawa grappling hook hanging from their belt, with a Sanjaku-tenugui covering their face. Leather armor cover parts of the body, but most determinately the arms, upper chest and shoulders. Kusarigama - The traditional Japanese weapon consists of a kama (Japanese sickle) with a chain-and-weight attached. It is brutal in close quarters but can also be thrown and retracted for medium-distance attacks.

Aramushas

The Aramusha is a Samurai fallen from grace. They are not silent nor elegant but they move with the precision of a predatory cat and waste no movements. Their dual blades make short work of any who stand before them. The Aramusha and Shinobi are members of the same secret order though their roles are vastly different. Where the Shinobi are the silent assassin, the Aramusha are the brash enforcers or sometimes the bodyguards for the more powerful Samurai houses. They once fought for an honorable cause... but circumstances, be it betrayal, greed, ego or others, have pushed them to abandon their oaths. There is no air of mystery about them. They are simply elite warriors who wield dual katana with deadly grace. The Samurai have called on one of their most ruthless weapons and they are about to be unleashed on the battlefield. No longer wearing body armor, the Aramusha wear Shitagi shirts with Hakama pants tied off at the end by greaves. They wear a worn down straw Kasa as a pair of Wakizashi hang on the left side of their waist. Dual Katana - The katana is the archetypal single-edge curved sword of the samurai of the Dawn Empire. Some are honored family heirlooms and others are taken off dead bodies. For the Aramusha, they wield a set of such swords, using them in the infamous dual-blade style that only few can master.

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