Crown of Chaos

As mentioned before, Aaron doesn't know much about the country. In his previous life, he was a grassroots civil servant and a Warhammer tabletop player, but his understanding of the country is limited to a few contents.

But even so, he also knows a few important names, such as the famous Drizzt, such as the Spider Queen Rose, and the great sage of the Shadow Valley in front of him, Elminster!

Elminster was born in the Kingdom of Asengart in the High Forest in the year 212 of the Vale Calendar. His father was the prince of the Kingdom of Asengart, the kind with the right to inherit, while his mother was just an ordinary forest officer. Daughter, but in the year 224 of the Vale Calendar, a dragon-riding wizard lord destroyed Elminster's family and everything about him.

The cruel reality, corrupt rulers, and evil wizards caused a huge change in Elminster's heart. He successively served as a warrior, a rogue, and a priest, and finally discovered that only spellcasters are the masters in the kingdom.

After that, Elminster gained the favor of Mystra, the second-generation magic goddess at that time. He followed Mystra's guidance and went to Cormanthor, which is currently the elf Corman of the Cormanthor Forest in the northwest of Cormyr. Many empires, where he experienced countless difficulties, suffered assassinations, sieges, and all kinds of difficulties from the elves, but he finally relied on powerful magic, Mystra's help and his excellent diplomatic skills to overcome all this, and not only became He became the friend of the elves, and also participated in the creation of the Myth Lock, which eventually made Cormanthor become Myth Drannor, leading him to the most prosperous era.

At the same time, Elminster is also one of the elects who actually had a romantic history with the goddess of magic.

The second-generation magic goddess has had intimate relationships with many, many, many mortals, but there are very few mages who can successfully survive to this day, and Elminster is one of them.

From then on, the frequency of Elminster's appearance was greatly reduced, and he no longer often participated in major national affairs. However, he would still show up occasionally when encountering major events or drastic changes. Over the past few hundred years, he had accepted many apprentices. , without exception, these apprentices have become important figures in the course of the country's history. For example, he single-handedly taught several of the famous Seven Sisters of Northland their magic skills.

"Green wood?" Aaron leaned on the pillow. Based on his understanding of Elminster, this great sage would not kill people without reason, and based on his magical attainments, if he was planning to kill someone, It is also difficult for Aaron to fight against his own actions.

Iolum, Larok, and Elminster are known as the three ceilings among the realm's mages, symbolizing the pinnacle of mortal combat effectiveness.

"Because of the random changes to the plot and setting all day long, and the new author who was later on was crazy about reading books, changing the old version and the old author's set characters again and again, or using them as stepping stones for his own, Lu Mu's mother is gone for the time being. As for whether it is gone forever, it depends on how he writes the story next."

Aaron said calmly.

The great sage from Shadow Valley was stunned for a while when he heard this answer. Then he understood what Aaron was talking about. He couldn't help but burst out and laughed like an old naughty boy: "Young man, you are very talkative. It’s aggressive.”

"Lv Mu and I are old acquaintances. During a less successful exploration of the outer world, I met such a young man who is full of desire and imagination for the fantasy world. He is full of fantasy about everything, so I I share my knowledge with him without hesitation, and I am very happy to know that he is doing well now." Elminster has already learned the news he wants to know from Aaron's mouth, and the Great Sage knows , since Green Wood can be attacked by so many people, it means that he must be a famous author and successful businessman.

"In the long years, I have met many friends, and I know that many farewells are eternity. I can get the follow-up news of Green Wood from you, thank you, young man."

"How do you know that I am a traveler? Or am I from the world of green wood?" Aaron asked with interest.

"Grammar." Elminster pointed to some drafts written by Aaron on the table: "I have read the nine volumes of Salian written by you, and I have just briefly browsed some of your words. Sorry, I didn't get your permission, but I discovered some of your grammatical habits from your grammar, which only exist in the world of Green Wood."

"That's it." Aaron knew that Elminster's knowledge was amazing. He had been to countless worlds, including the earth where Aaron was located. It was not surprising to be able to recognize some of his traces: "I very much welcome the Great Sage. I just hope you can knock on the door next time you come to visit. As far as I know, only the shadow thieves in Amn and the killers in Shadowmoon Islands like to enter other people’s bedrooms directly.”

"I knocked." Elminster smiled half-heartedly: "My disciple, Fangda Hester, and my disciple's disciple Charlotte Karadnai and I came to visit. As a result, the Silver Virgin Mary came to visit. The pastor didn't seem to welcome us very much and told us that you need to rest and ask us to come back in three days. I didn't want to stay so long, so I had to take the liberty of disturbing you."

Eleanor?

Aaron closed his eyes speechlessly. He knew that the pastor lady was indeed thinking about him, but why did he feel like she wanted to avenge herself?

"I'm surprised that Master Fangdaheist is actually your disciple." Aaron tried his best to appear friendly.

"I'm also surprised." Elminster's face showed an expression of impatience: "He and I are always so different. I am often surprised why I would accept such an apprentice. The contradiction between me and him So much so that we have completely opposite views on almost every issue.”

"Even so, you still choose to come to our aid? Aid your disciples?"

"Assist my disciple? Oh, Mystra, no, not at all." Elminster shook his head repeatedly: "I will come here just for my daughter and my granddaughter."

"Who is your daughter?"

"You have met her, Phil Farrell, the Queen Mother of Cormyr and the mother of the Princess Regent." Elminster smoked slowly: "As for Alice Searle, she is my granddaughter."

Aaron's heart was filled with turmoil: Phil Farrell, is Elminster's daughter? !

Then wouldn’t he become Elminster’s grandson-in-law in the future?

Wait, if Elminster was born in the year 212 of the Vale Calendar, wouldn't he be 1,000 years old before he gave birth to the Queen Mother?

As expected of the great sage of the Valley of Shadows who dared to take action against the daughter of the goddess of magic and his own adopted daughter, he still had to learn more from him.

Sure enough, Aaron's expression made Elminster feel offended: "Are you questioning me? Young man?"

"It's not a question... to be precise, it's just... hard to understand. Great Sage, I thought your energy was more focused on exchanging academic results with Green Wood."

"Hey, young man, your use of divinity may not be as good as those long-lived ultimate creatures or gods' chosen ones, but you are not ignorant, right?"

Aaron burst out laughing briefly: "Then you really value me and your children."

Elminster understood the sarcasm in Aaron's tone. The great sage's rich experience and profound wisdom kept him calm, ignoring Aaron's little sarcasm: "Aren't you the same, young man? , you clearly know part of the plan of Son of God Benn, and you know that he may take action."

"I know, and you know too, that the human race is too good at forgetting. They have never truly experienced pain or hurt. They are not willing to reflect, wake up, and repent from the bottom of their hearts. Even so, This behavior will only last for one generation at best...maybe two.”

"So you choose to let the humans here feel the pain, consider the pain, accept the pain, and understand the pain, so that they are willing to change and make concessions. Am I right? Young man?"

Aaron nodded, he was slightly thoughtful. Elminster obviously understood his plan and did not express any objection to it.

He somewhat understood why Elminster, after performing many feats in his youth, rarely dealt with his enemies personally, preferring to achieve his goals through some young and strong heroes.

Without personal experience and experience, mortals will not learn lessons and try to change.

"Is this why you named this place the Forgotten Kingdom?" Aaron tried to talk to the Great Sage.

Elminster did not answer, and the Great Sage snapped his fingers.

Aaron found that the scene around him had changed. Just a moment ago, he was sitting on the bed. At this moment, he and Elminster appeared near a two-story building. They were sitting on chairs next to them. It is a fish pond covered with lotus leaves and moss. In the distance, the crisscrossing fields exude fresh vitality.

Elminster stared at the fish in the fish pond. The great sage easily held the boom and lifted the fish: "I'm glad you can recognize this problem. If you just plan to build an organization to fight against Ban En Shenzi’s organization, then I won’t come to see you at all.”

"Many people have asked me, why would we establish a loose and chaotic club like the Harpers to fight against the Zhentarim and the red mages of Tor? Why don't we also establish a Zhentarim to fight against the Zhentarim?"

"Because the Harpers don't know how to form a nation?" Aaron replied, "Did you mean to cause the Harpers' confusion?"

Elminster smiled and the Great Sage nodded: "Stronger organization, more cannon fodder, more concentrated group consciousness, and better control of resources are the characteristics of the Zhentarim."

"So the Zhentarim have always been a formidable enemy in the Realms, and the damage they caused took many cities and kingdoms decades to recover from."

"The Harpers will never be able to do this kind of thing. This is the beauty of strong organization."

"But what happens when the Zhentarim succeed?"

"The evil of powerful organizations begins to manifest itself."

"For the god of tyranny, the world he rules only needs four kinds of people. From top to bottom, they are: church pastors who also serve as rulers and bureaucrats, service providers of the church's industries, and people under the strict control of the church. Spellcasters and scholars, and ignorant commoners who are only responsible for producing and paying taxes.”

"Besides these four kinds of people, nothing else will or should exist in the world envisioned by Bane."

"Freedom is slavery, war is peace, ignorance is strength." Aaron nodded.

"So the Zhentarim will be wreaking havoc in the kingdom all day long, looking for enemies to consolidate their rule, so Bane's followers must constantly create fear and spread strife to strengthen Bane's faith. So the Bane you are facing The Son of God can sacrifice his subordinates, sacrifice civilians, and collude with the devil to achieve his goals with peace of mind.”

"But Harper will never have that problem."

"Young man, remember my words. I know that you are also ambitious. My granddaughter seems to be in love with you, but you must always be careful not to let desire destroy you and let arrogance cloud your eyes."

"I wish you could become a Harper, not a Zhentarim, that's all."

Aaron was silent.

The Emperor had once told him that any Precursor was essentially a "canned yellow peach" and it was only a matter of time before it went bad.

Faced with this problem, the Emperor chose to become the Herald himself, while Elminster chose to become the Watcher. They are both helping mortals and mankind in their own way.

But mortals always admire the Emperor more, but don't understand Elminster's choice that much.

Elminster snapped his fingers again, and the scene returned to Aaron's bedroom.

Everything is the same as before.

The great sage handed Aaron a few books: "These are the gifts left by the old man to you, young man."

"Monster Manual of the Multiverse", "Book of Enchantments", "Leomont's Vacation Guide", "Tasha's Guide to Everything", and "Avernus Survival Guide".

"After a long life, I am tired of teaching others. I will leave these books for you to read when you are recovering. If there is anything you don't understand... read it a few times." After finishing speaking, Elminster planned to get up. .

"Wait!" Aaron stopped him: "Great Sage, I have a few questions to ask you!"

"Ask, but the old man's time has flown by like quicksand, and there is not much left."

"If one day I can compete with you, then can I return to my world?" Aaron asked the first question after considering it.

"Do you know why I asked Green Wood to name this place the Forgotten Kingdom?" Elminster shook his head: "Because this place has been completely forgotten. No matter how many times we try, we may be able to reach a similar world, but You can never go back to the same river again.”

Elminster's words completely extinguished the last trace of luck in Aaron's heart, and he nodded heavily to express his understanding.

Seeing Aaron's serious expression, the great sage nodded pretending to be sad, but he couldn't stop laughing in his heart.

If he wanted to, Elminster could certainly try to see Green Wood again (although Elminster had no intention of doing so), but he did not intend to leave any hope for Aaron.

Don't run away!

Elminster thought slyly, and felt very happy about it.

"Second question, there are many gods in this world who are very similar to the gods in earth's legends and myths, and even have the same name. Are they the same god?"

"Yes, and no." Elminster pondered for a long time: "The problem of gods is the most complex and difficult to explain in the multiverse. I can only tell you that after gods became famous in many universes, their incarnations became They will be related to each other and form complex relationships. Sometimes they are one god, and sometimes they are independent existences. Unfortunately, my knowledge is limited."

"Last question, young man."

"Have you seen those four?" Finally, Aaron asked meaningfully: "Or have you heard their stories?"

"I don't know which four you are asking about. If you are talking about the divinities other than the four stars that exist in you, then I can tell you that I have never seen them." Elminster He said slowly: "This is also the reason why I want to see you."

"I have a hunch that you will bring a huge change to the country."

"I don't know whether the changes you bring will bring the country to stability or to destruction."

"But since Our Lady of Silver trusts you, I will also make an exception and trust you for once."

"The future of my granddaughter and Cormyr is in your hands."

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