Location: Citadel of Coils – North Marrow Trench Plateau
Time: 15:34 Server Time – 3 Hours into the War Campaign
Construction was progressing faster than predicted.
Floating gears rotated into place, powered by ambient mana and [Swamp Energy Conduits]. The Citadel of Coils—Ashen's first major kingdom expansion project—was 60% complete. Towering spires shaped like serpentine dragons began to rise, reflecting both his elemental mastery and the Swamp Kingdom's sovereignty.
[System Alert: Citadel Progress – 63% Complete]
Estimated Completion: 1.7 Hours Remaining
Kingdom Aura: Builder's Zeal – All Allies Gain +10% Movement & Construction Speed (Active)
Ashen stood on the forward scaffolding, reviewing incoming reports from Lysari, Jaecar, and regional scouts. Dozens of low-level mercenary guilds were approaching the Marrow Trench from the western jungle sector. But one name caught his attention.
