Thorn King Era

Past Age, Three Years Past

• Unseasonable weather begins, the first predictions that a new age is coming begins to catch the attention of the native population.
• Houses, in reflection of this possible prediction begin to consolidate power, fortify defenses, establish allies and otherwise prepare for what is expected to be a significant change in the marital and political structure of the world.

Past Age, Current Year

• Unseasonable weather continues into its third year.
• The Next Age is predicted by Astrologers
• A run of back luck all around precipitates an early end of conflict, weeks before the regular harvest season.
• A batch of new heroes arrive in Summer Isle.

Current Year

• Beginning of a New Age officially starts on the Fall Equinox, just a few weeks after the Shard Officially Goes Live.