To Valtharix, Lord of Bogwood,
From Claudia Marque, Proprietor of the Marque Trade Consortium
My esteemed Lord Valtharix,
I write to you in the aftermath of the incident at Duskrun Ford. Your reinforcements, under Commander Khashar Dreadscale, met with unexpected resistance and were ultimately overwhelmed. While the loss is regrettable, it presents us with a unique opportunity to secure your position in the Bogwood.
Your hold on Bogwood has thus far been maintained by supplies stolen from my shipments or provided by General Innal. Both sources are now in jeopardy. The Crimson Pact mercenaries and Summer Court Fey responsible for the ambush at Duskrun Ford have significantly weakened Innal’s ability to reinforce your position. With Innal’s support compromised and your connection to Blackthorn proving unreliable, you must reassess your strategy.
Your continued reliance on stolen resources and unreliable allies cannot secure your rule. Only a formal alliance with the Marque Trade Consortium can provide you with the steady flow of resources, weapons, and support needed to solidify your control over the region.
My Proposal:
- Acknowledge Marque Trade as your official supplier and guarantee exclusive trading rights within Bogwood.
- Disavow Renard Blackthorn and his rebellion—their instability undermines your rule.
- Utilize Marque-backed forces to secure your position and eliminate remaining resistance.
Without my backing, your position will remain vulnerable to further sabotage and political isolation. Let us secure Bogwood properly, ensuring your reign remains uncontested and well-supplied.
Respectfully,
Claudia Marque
Proprietor, Marque Trade Consortium