Lyria Frostwind
Lyria is a historian and writer who travels the Esterreach region gathering stories and investigating historical events. She also runs a small bookstore in Steinwark called Lyria's Histories which concentrates on histories and biographies as well as stocking a selection of books she herself has written.
Books by Lyria Stormwind
Gods Among Cold Stone: Temples and Cults of Early Esterreach
A foundational study on the religious practices of early Esterreach tribes and settlers, examining shrines carved into cliff-faces, river-cults of Melora, and suppressed records of Bane-worship during the Night Reigns.“Faith leaves fossils, if you know where to dig.”
The Threaded Crown: Dynasties of Eastern Esterreach and Their Vanishing Lines
A genealogical and political work tracing the noble families of the eastern lowlands, with a focus on the disappearance of House Hulsham and the mysterious circumstances surrounding the rise and destruction of the Shadowed Court.“Sometimes a bloodline ends not with death—but silence.”
Banners Over Stone: A Military History of Steinwark the first 100 years
A detailed chronicle of the military conflicts fought by Steinwark in the first hundred years after the construction of the wall was begun. Lyria weaves tactical analysis with recorded accounts from military and civilian hands.“To understand the present borders, one must first learn who bled for them.”
The Warkley Promise: The rise of the new Lord Commanders
A short history of the rise of the Warkley family from mainstays of the WallGuard to political powerhouses, leading eventually to the position of Lord Commander and Lord Advocate.“Sometimes the position shapes the man, and sometimes the reverse.”
In the Footsteps of Giants: Ruins of Esterreach
A series of personal accounts of visits to ruins and areas seemingly shaped by the presence of giants or Dragons in Esterreach, coupled with historical analysis of the sites and related folklore or superstitions.“Those that live nearby say they can sometimes hear the footfalls of giants among the stones.”
A Second Purpose: The cultural development of Steinwark
An examination of the changing disposition of the city of Steinwark as it changes from a purely martial outpost to a more well rounded city with special analysis of the Enclave district. Also examines the building blocks for cultural development put in place by the city's founders.“Establishing this cooperative alignment with the Academy was a turning point in the disposition of forces in Steinwark.”
Steinwark Sentinels: Colours of Honour
An examination of the development of the Steinwark Sentinels and the shifting power dynamics over time as the various branches came to be and developed their own distinct identities.“The establishment of the ElectorGuard gave yet another level of prestige to the WallGuard. One that could be argued was motivated by internal politics.”
Legends of The Unclaimed Lands
A collection of anecdotes, legends and stories from across Esterreach surrounding The Unclaimed Lands, including both firsthand experiences and folklore.“There are places of absolute beauty, but the dangerous surrounds are undeniable.”
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