The Knight of the Broken Blade

Nestled in the rolling hills of a vast forest lies the small, peaceful village of Eldirid. The village is surrounded by a thick canopy of emerald trees, and the gentle trickle of a nearby stream provides a soothing background noise.
 
The houses in Eldrid are made of wood and stone, and are adorned with colorful flowers and vines that climb their walls. The villagers are a tight-knit community, and their friendly smiles and warm greetings welcome visitors with open arms.
In the center of the village is a small square, where a fountain bubbles with crystal-clear water. Here, villagers gather to catch up on the latest news and gossip, or to simply enjoy the sunshine and fresh air.
 
Eldrid is a place of peace and tranquillity, where the pace of life is slow and relaxed. The villagers tend to their gardens and fields, raising crops and livestock, and every year they hold a festival to celebrate the bountiful harvest.
Despite its small size, Eldrid is not without its mysteries and legends. Some say that deep within the forest, there are ancient ruins and hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Others tell tales of magical creatures and enchanted woods that hold untold wonders and dangers.
But for the villagers of Eldrid, the most important thing is the sense of community and togetherness that they share. They work together to build and maintain their homes and livelihoods, and they take care of one another in times of need. For them, there is no better place to call home.
 
Not far from the village of Eldrid , lived a corrupt noble named Aldric de Veranth. He was known throughout the land as a man of wealth and power, but also as a man who would stop at nothing to get what he wanted.
One day, Lord Aldric set his sights on the daughter of the village leader. She was a beautiful young woman, kind and gentle, and loved by all who knew her.
But Aldric did not care about her kind heart or her gentle spirit. He saw only her beauty, and he was determined to have her for his own.
Lord Aldric approached the village leader with an offer - he would forgive the village's debt if he could have the daughter as his wife.
The village leader was outraged by the offer, for he knew that Lord Aldric was a corrupt man who could not be trusted. He refused the offer, telling him that his daughter was not for sale .
 
Enraged by the chief's refusal, Lord Aldric vowed revenge. He summoned his soldiers and marched on the village of Eldrid, determined to slay everyone in it in retaliation for not getting what he wanted. The villagers were caught off guard by the sudden attack and were unable to mount a defense. The soldiers of Lord Aldric swept through the village, killing men, women, and children indiscriminately.