The Pride War

Military action

The war between the successors of Henric II to decide how would ascend to the throne. Eventually won by the youngest brother, Richard, who went on to become High King Richard I 'the Mighty'.

King Henric II died suddenly, leaving his strong willed daughter and a feeble son. This almost immediately led to civil war, in which two factions formed around his capable (but ineligible) daughter and his feeble, but male son, and designated heir. The supporters of the son, Henric III, wanted to use his weak nature to control the kingdoms. They were more numerous and so scored a number of victories. However, infighting led to their downfall and Mary, the daughter, gained the advantage.   The most important battle was the Battle of Seaion, on the north coast of Forte. Henric had been chased there by Mary and was besieged. In a foolish, but brave, attempt to escape Henric led his men down the hill towards Mary’s camp. He was killed in arrow fire. However, this paved the way for his capable brother Richard to emerge. He quickly gained support and swept through Mary’s armies. In order to resolve the issue, he recognised Mary’s claim in the event of his death without heirs. As it was, within ten years her line had been decimated by Richard’s assassins and other foul play.   Richard I ruled for thirty-odd years and proved capable, if harsh. He introduced female inheritance, provided the brothers of the heiress were dead already (or otherwise non-existent). This law was extended to all the realms, despite some protests.