Marali liberation forces led by Evers and Mirith Vanguard were formed on a major scale. Marali was liberated from the domination of the Black Hand. The Twins absconded.
Senators of Andris and former General of Marali had been evacuated to Mirith. This letter told about a slice of their life in Mirith, Zexe's condition getting better, and Darkstar's serious condition. She had been a patient in a coma, and talked in her delirium. To make matters worse, "Darkstar's hands were covered with huge, black spots." This was a proof that Black Magic had already begun to erode her soul.
Marali was overwhelmed by the Black Hand. Now Alliance occupied all over Marali. The public of Marali had no other choice but deserted their city.
Elefin became one of the most powerful wizards in Oberin since the Blood Dagger had fallen into her hand. Her enormous power also posed a great threat to the Twins while she led the Black Hand. Rasha and Varsha appeared in front of adventurers who were ravaged by a long battle against Alliance. Rasha said that Elefin was currently a common target between the Twins and Mirith, so...
(Rasha): We know you have that box that is supposed to kill our enemy.
(Rasha): And we know how to bring the enemy to Mirith.
(Rasha): Only...
(Rasha): If we help you, you leave Marali alone.
(Rasha): Do you want our help or do you want to die here?
It was Darkstar who acted as a bridge between the Twins and Mirith. She also urged Mirith to call upon Seth for help. His art was needed with the Golden Box to deactivate the Blood Dagger.
Elefin Came to Mirith. Darkstar succeeded to steal the Blood Dagger from her, however, the cursed power of the dagger made Darkster lose her senses for a moment. She stubbed herself. With Seth's help the dagger was set in the Golden Box from Drakstar's chest, and Elefin was no longer given power from the Blood Dagger. She was killed.
Zexe's soul was releaved out of the Blood Dagger, and he returned to the world. The Golden Box was placed under the custody of Brigobean.
Mirith promoted Major Birek McCalla of Marali to the new Royal Guard of Mirith. This news was carried by his own letter.
"It gives me great pleasure to inform everyone that I, formerly the Major of the army of Marali, will become the new temporary Royal Guard of Mirith....."
Adventurers followed Darkstar's advice that an aid by Centaur was needed for Zexe, and headed for Centaurs' Cave. This was when they used Centaur's Minig Axe to find a way in. Adventurers met Centaurs, however, they couldn't receive help for Zexe. They decided to bring Zexe and Anon there. In Marali, however, it was too late and they heard news of Anon's death. While in Mirith, Robertson the herald of Andris came to see the King, and demanded for extradition of Zexe.
Agendas: Seizure of Sonya Hauksen in Brigobaen's care, rehosting of Alliance (Trolls), and the location of Book of Stars.
Oberin 0.1.8 released.
(Date unknown: At this time an injured woman, later named Anon, was found near Aborek. She was placed under Marali Healers' care.)
Under the order of a misterious figure, The Family Hauksen plotted an intrusion into the Marali vault. On the point of opening a portal for the Marali vault at the bottom of Aborek, Zara showed up and stubbed Willow Hauksen with her knife. Marali army also ran to them soon. Their plot failed, and Willow died.