It was a small part of a much greater kingdom, ruled by the firm but fair hands of the King and Queen who lived in the captial city. The King and Queen had three children and their eldest son, Prince Hans, was the heir to the throne. Because he had a great responsibility waiting for him, his parents gave their son the crown of Glenrydlen and asked him to rule over the people there. He did this with the help of a league of knights, wise people, advisors, and a direct embassy to the King and Queen themselves, whom he could call upon in times of greatest need. Prince Hans lived in a grand stone castle, built on the top of a hill that was surrounded by rivers and forests. The castle was enforced with large circular towers at the corners and these were dug deep into the ground. On the towers were tall brightly coloured flags which were embroided with the Royal Standard, the symbol for the kingdom. The flags were stiched with a serpent and a sword, surrounded by a wreath of leafy blackthorn.
