After conquering Nilfgaard, Olivia turned her sights elsewhere. Then, she realized that the Skellige Isles had been allowed to thrive in peace. There was also the Scoia'tael of the Queen of the Elves, Francesca…
The only reason why she had taken notice of these two insignificant forces was because she had built Gwent decks based on their factions.
Francesca did not dare oppose the Empress Regnant. She had promptly offered her surrender. Olivia had then handled the "Minority Gathering Area' with much proficiency. She would grant it the freedom of self-rule.
In the end, the Skellige Isle was the only country left in the entire continent that was considered an independent nation...
The leader of the Skellige Isles, King Bran, and Queen Calanthe, the "Lioness of Cintra," who had taken shelter there were both at a loss!