The Grail (campaign scenario)

Before we can declare our independence we will need a symbol. That symbol is the Grail, which was lost in this area centuries ago. We must find it, or our plan will dissolve even before we can set it in motion. You have but three months to locate the Grail.

Prologue

For the first time in the history of the Contested Lands, humans and elves have fought alongside one another to defend the region from invaders. When the celebration is over, old hatreds will return and we will be citizens of a land in conflict. We must think about the future of the Contested Lands. It is time to shape its future. If our fight for independence is to succeed, we need something greater than our armies to motivate the populous. We need a symbolic cornerstone. Seek out the Grail in the enchanted lands where the Unicorns converse with the trees.

Scenario

Map description

To win, you must find the Grail within 2 months.

Starting options

Give Boots of Speed to Mephala
Receive 5000 Gold
Give 4 Pegasi to Mephala

Timed events

Day 1 - Intro part 1
Even as you gather your forces to find the Grail, word reaches you that Erathian and AvLee forces are mobilizing to crush your bid for independence. Already, local militia from both Erathia and AvLee stand in your path. Fortunately, they lack leadership.
Day 1 - Intro part 2
Some of the locals are declaring for you. Most people are not taking sides. You MUST find the Grail to convince the majority that your cause is just. With the Grail, the majority will join you. Without it, troops from AvLee and Erathia will defeat your forces and hang you from the nearest tree.
Day 7 - Sister text
Scouts report your sister is to the north with a large force of War Unicorns from AvLee. Unlike you, she believes the Contested Lands belong to AvLee and declaring independence is treason. Your spirits sink, as you had hoped to avoid fighting her.

Rumors

Grail Location East
The Grail is located somewhere East of Dwarf Mountain.
Grail Location N
The Grail is located somewhere North of Avalon.
Grail Location West
The Grail is located somewhere West of Dwarf Hill.

Objects

Events

Location	Message
16, 49, 0	Several Elves, who have heard of your quest to unite the Contested Lands as a separate state, join your forces. Contents: 4 Grand Elves
19, 34, 0	Ambush! Erathian militia attack your troops! Guardians: 20 Marksmen, 10 Swordsmen, 10 Griffins, 20 Halberdiers, 10 Archers Contents: +1000 Gold
23, 54, 0	Ambush! AvLee Archer militia open fire on your forces! Guardians: 2 Wood Elves, 2 Wood Elves, 2 Wood Elves, 3 Grand Elves, 2 Wood Elves, 2 Wood Elves, 2 Wood Elves Contents: Crest of Valor
29, 25, 0	A group of Pegasi wish to aid you in your quest to find the Grail. Contents: 15 Pegasi
29, 49, 0	You encounter a group of Centaurs and Dwarves. After you tell them of the plan to form the Contested Lands into an independent state they join you. Contents: 20 Centaur Captains, 10 Battle Dwarves
31, 42, 0	Hearing about your struggle for independence, a group of Elves joins you. Contents: +1 Morale, +1 Luck 20 Wood Elves
36, 30, 0	A group of Unicorns approach you and wish to join in your quest for independence. They present you with a suit of Armor of Wonder. Contents: Armor of Wonder 15 Unicorns
38, 59, 0	Ambush! Erathian Crossbow militia open fire at your forces! Guardians: 2 Archers, 2 Archers, 2 Archers, 3 Marksmen, 2 Archers, 2 Archers, 2 Archers Contents: Badge of Courage
39, 24, 0	A large force of War Unicorns charge out of the forest and attack! As your General rallies your troops, you can't help but notice your sister standing at the edge of the woods. Guardians: 12 Grand Elves, 6 War Unicorns, 4 Unicorns, 12 War Unicorns, 4 Unicorns, 6 War Unicorns, 12 Grand Elves Contents: 5000 experience points -1 Morale Bowstring of the Unicorn's Mane
42, 43, 0	Hearing about your struggle for independence, a group of Elves joins you. Contents: +1 Morale, +1 Luck 20 Wood Elves
44, 25, 0	A group of Pegasi wish to aid you in your quest to find the Grail. Contents: 15 Pegasi
47, 48, 0	You come across a group of Dwarves and Centaurs who support your goal of independence for the Contested lands. They join you. Contents: 10 Battle Dwarves, 20 Centaur Captains
48, 40, 0	Ambush! Erathian militia attack your troops! Guardians: 20 Marksmen, 10 Swordsmen, 10 Griffins, 20 Halberdiers, 10 Archers Contents: +1000 Gold
52, 50, 0	Several Elves, who have heard of your quest to unite the Contested Lands a separate state, join your forces. Contents: +1 Morale 4 Grand Elves
52, 54, 0	Ambush! AvLee Archer Militia open fire on your forces! Guardians: 2 Wood Elves, 2 Wood Elves, 2 Wood Elves, 3 Grand Elves, 2 Wood Elves, 2 Wood Elves, 2 Wood Elves Contents: Spyglass