The Road Across Two Kingdoms

De brief voor de Koning

This thread follows the physical and moral journey from Dagonaut’s lands, through the mountains, and into the heart of Unauwen.

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Into the Forest Into the Forest from "De brief voor de Koning". Into the Forest An unprepared departure Tiuri takes a horse from a farm and rides toward the forest, carrying the sealed letter but no weapons.

Into the Forest from "De brief voor de Koning". Into the Forest An unprepared departure Tiuri takes a horse from a farm and rides toward the forest, carrying the sealed letter but no weapons.

Into the Forest An unprepared departure Tiuri takes a horse from a farm and rides toward the forest, carrying the sealed letter but no weapons. The owner pursues him, turning a borrowed mount into a complicating liability. Leaving the familiar world The city and chapel recede behind him. The young courier enters unfamiliar country while trying to keep his purpose concealed.

A Hidden Route A Hidden Route from "De brief voor de Koning". A Hidden Route Avoiding the roads Tiuri travels through the forest rather than using the safer, faster road.

A Hidden Route from "De brief voor de Koning". A Hidden Route Avoiding the roads Tiuri travels through the forest rather than using the safer, faster road.

A Hidden Route Avoiding the roads Tiuri travels through the forest rather than using the safer, faster road. Hunger, exhaustion, and the danger of getting lost make every mile costly. Help along the way Marius gives him food and directions without betraying his secret. The encounter shows that kindness can emerge in places Tiuri expects only danger.

The River Path The River Path from "De brief voor de Koning". The River Path Finding the Blue River Tiuri reaches the Blue River and learns that its source lies in the mountains.

The River Path from "De brief voor de Koning". The River Path Finding the Blue River Tiuri reaches the Blue River and learns that its source lies in the mountains.

The River Path Finding the Blue River Tiuri reaches the Blue River and learns that its source lies in the mountains. The route now has a clear geographical direction, but the journey remains long and exposed. Allies on the road Monks at the Abbey of Brown shelter him, and later Ristridin’s company offers protection. Each stage brings him closer to the mountains and deeper into the political crisis.

The Mountain Crossing The Mountain Crossing from "De brief voor de Koning". The Mountain Crossing A guide for the heights Menaures appoints Piak to guide Tiuri over hidden paths.

The Mountain Crossing from "De brief voor de Koning". The Mountain Crossing A guide for the heights Menaures appoints Piak to guide Tiuri over hidden paths.

The Mountain Crossing A guide for the heights Menaures appoints Piak to guide Tiuri over hidden paths. Their route avoids the ordinary road, but its cliffs and weather demand trust in Piak’s knowledge. Snow and endurance A blizzard near the Seven Rocks forces them to shelter overnight. They continue through ice and dangerous slopes, reaching the western side through persistence rather than speed.

The Western Capital The Western Capital from "De brief voor de Koning". The Western Capital Reaching the goal After crossing the mountains and traveling through Unauwen, Tiuri reaches the capital with Piak.

The Western Capital from "De brief voor de Koning". The Western Capital Reaching the goal After crossing the mountains and traveling through Unauwen, Tiuri reaches the capital with Piak.

The Western Capital Reaching the goal After crossing the mountains and traveling through Unauwen, Tiuri reaches the capital with Piak. The bright, open city contrasts with the dangers of the road behind them. A mission completed At the palace, Tiuri gives King of Unauwen Edwinem’s message. The journey’s outward purpose is achieved, while its political consequences begin to unfold.

Before dawn on the first day

During the first several days

After leaving the forest

During the middle of the journey

Near the end of the journey