Esharia
With most of the continent is focused on the war, the land is rich with opportunity for mercenaries and sellswords. Some are trying to get rich, some trying to make a name for themselves, while others greedily try to take power and land for themselves. With the Empire threatening to take over the entire continent, it is impossible for those to ignore the war, which leaves people with few options. Take up arms for one side or the other, or try to find a way to survive.