"Faith in Asmodeus has led many to accept law as the only way of life. People obediently bow their heads, so o

"Faith in Asmodeus has led many to accept law as the only way of life. People obediently bow their heads, so obedient they've trained themselves to be, as if obedience and diligence could protect against the inevitable end. Your neighbors were outraged by the new church nearby, and seriously considered warring with you. But ambassadors from Cheliax have expressed their appreciation for our loyalty to their patron. The Hellknights, who arrive on our lands this very moment, regard our territory as the key to restoring order in the River Kingdoms. It was a dangerous bargain, but it promises a substantial reward."