The view of what was happening in Alterian was not the same for everyone. In particular, the guilds saw the situation very differently from the general public, mainly because they possessed more information than most. As events unfolded, many of them began to realize just how desperate Gizin had become. That desperation had been clear from the moment he had issued his call to action.
When Gizin had put out a notice to the guilds, he had not limited himself to the underground organizations. Instead, he had sent his message to every guild he could reach, regardless of reputation or alignment. It was a move that spoke of urgency rather than confidence. He was no longer being selective. He needed numbers, power, and immediate action.
