The Alestian army units under the command of General Zod have completed their deployment the the Shesslian frontier, stemming the flow of refugees southward. This comes at a great cost of life, however, as many Shesslians perish attempting to cross the border. Elector Talpin points to his close personal relationship with the Alestian general and indicates that the stemming of the refugee flood is his doing, giving him increased popular support.

The Orthus Military District of Upper Thalia is once again quiet as the banners of Duchess Sanria Veris have been raised in triumph.