Maggi, one of the squad leaders of Canna's shock troops, had always been a man of strategy and sharp instinct. Two months had passed since he and his men ventured out of the sanctuary, traveling far north in search of new recruits and potential allies. The Kingdom of Kharath had quickly piqued his interest. Its bustling clans, powerful adventurers, and established guilds presented an opportunity for expansion—a way to bolster the sanctuary's forces. But as time passed, Maggi's initial enthusiasm gave way to disillusionment.