Getyrom have always fancied the place that is known as The Southlands, and all the magical mysteries and treasure that's been left there by the old ones. As peace was upon the land of Nehekara under king Settras' rule he no longer felt the worries of having to defend his necropolis, it was the perfect time. Settra himself shared Getyroms' urge to not only discover but also conquer what land they both thought was theirs to rule, and thus Settra bestowed Getyrom with the honor of being his first commander in the crusade against The Southlands. As such begun Getyroms' part of what would be the first golden age of nehekara.
The Southlands were however not easily conqured; already inhabited there was the race known as the Lizardmen. Even though they were an inferior race, according to Getyrom, they put up quite a good fight. Slowly, the war raged on, and slowly Getyrom managed to push back the opposition. However, as he pushed further into the lands of Lustria the gaining of ground became much slower as the little lizards, and to some extent savaging orcs and goblins, prayed on the smaller regiments of reinforcements sent from Nehekara. These were harassed and weakened so severely that sometimes they even disappeared to never be heard of again.
In order to ensure the safe arrival of his reinforcements Getyrom was forced to a small tactical retreat. He travelled west, until he could touch the sea. Here he built his great harbor city where future reinforcements over sea could safely aid his cause. It took many years to get the proper foothold, and of course a new necropolis had to be raised to show who ruled the Southlands, or at least the western seaboard. As the city started to flourish war again prospered.
Years past and the war never seemed to come to an end. Getyroms' death had been prolonged by his loyal mortuary cult priests, but it eventually fell upon him. His city, however, still flourished with life as his sons took command after him, continuing on a quest that was their fathers will. Generation after generation the war continued and the city expanded, untill the great plague outburst in Nehekara. Since the sea routes had a very close connection to the land of Nehekara Getyroms' realm in The Southlands was innevitably affected by the poison as it had stunk the food and beverage supplies that arrived with the shipments. Not many weeks passed before the kingdom he had built was taken of all life.
Even as his great city was empty the lizards did not enter; if they were simply afraid to enter or forbidden to enter for their wise leader slaans is unknown. What is known is that the slaans hated Getyrom and his city for the war he threw upon them. In revenge, and to make sure the poison that dwelled there would never reach their villages, they cast the great leveler on his city, forever burrowing it under water.
When Nagash then cast the Great Awakening Getyrom once again walked the forests of The Southlands, filled with rage for what had become of his noble kingdom he seeked revenge on the living. He Commanded his priests to raise his army and once again swore to conquer what was rightfully his.
And the world did tremble, as Getyrom walked to war...
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Hello thereThis is my log of Tomb King Getyrom and his quest in the Southlands. At first this will be focused around the modelling and painting of my army, but as it grows I might also share some gaming experiance (in the form of battle reports & tactics) for those of you interested.
I intend to keep this first post updated with the latest army shot along with any army list(s) that I aim consctructing/currently have, along with army fluff and anything else I might find relevent and useful for the growth of this army!
As of right now, it's not much, just the first skeleton (almost finished) as well as the somewhat finished construction of my first archer regiment.
I've got a fantastic camera, but I'm still a novice when it comes to photographing. Hopefully something I'll also learn in this blog!
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Intended Army list, 2400pts
Tomb King - Glittering Scales, Dragonbane Gem Great Weapon
Liche Priest - Hierophant, lvl 2
Liche Priest - lvl 2, Lore of Death
Liche Priest - lvl 2, Lore of Death
3 Chariots - Standard Bearer, Banner of the Eternal Flame
20 Skeleton Archers
20 Skeleton Archers
5 Skeleton Horse Archers
5 Skeleton Horse Archers
5 Skeleton Horse Archers
4 Necropolis Knights
4 Necropolis Knights
16 Tomb Guard - Halberds
1 Warsphinx - Fiery Roar
Casket of Souls
Screaming Skull Catapult
Screaming Skull Catapult
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