The border city of BlackWatch was busier than ever as Enforcers trudged in from all over the Empire to answer the call of the Defense Headquarters.
Factories and smithies within could be seen working overtime in preparation for a protracted battle with the Eastern Highlands.
The guards standing over the high walls were on high alert with golem warriors on standby.
The tension in the atmosphere was palpable with several taking the time to spend time with their loved ones in fear that when the war began, they might end up devoured by it.
At the center of the city, the Octagon, which served as the main building for the Defense Headquarters was currently occupied by members of the Great families with their aides accompanying them.
Charles Eland, Ethan Ainsworth, Noah Silverthorn, Henry Blackwood, Godric Rayden, Arthur Graham and Maximilian Lynn.