As quickly as they had appeared, the six generals reappeared back with their armies. The chaos and confusion that had ensued following their disappearances was not what any of them had pondered upon returning, but each found their armies in disarray, scattered about searching for their missing leaders and blaming rival factions for the event.
The Laren (Humans)
General Rockwal Admark, who was a stern but fair man, had little trouble reigning the men in and calling them back to order and retreat. They were puzzled but followed orders without question. Once they were back at the training camp and ordered to remain, the general made his way to the Convergence hall and sent out a missive to all the heads of the great houses of Laren to meet and discuss a matter of importance. In less than two hours the heads had assembled, and the general announced the cease fire agreement, the presence of the Arbiter and the coming global government that was to be led by delegations from each race, consisting of five highly favored members of each race from whom the new Emperor would be crowned. There was shocked murmuring and loud opposition but the general remained calm and steadfast as he delivered the Arbiter's message and mission. "The ancients sent him and imbued him with power. We have foolishly depleted out race by over half, what are our options?" he implored and after much discussion had their cooperation, though it seemed with a bit of reluctance. "We must put forth our best for the delegation of five...make your nominations!"
The Ferregard (Orcs)
General Knurigg Vlog (As noted...Orc's use their first name last and last name first when stating their identity) was angered by the state of his forces upon his return. He took a much less friendly approach to gathering and regaining order in the ranks but the result was the same. The army returned to the northlands and a meeting f the prominent houses of the Ferregard was called. This was a much angrier and hostile meeting that that of the humans, but the general here prevailed as well, perhaps with aid from the ancients though one cannot know such was the case for certain. They were much more direct in their approach to forming the delegation. They were ruled by bloodlines, and as such had a ready and direct group to send back to the Hegemony meeting.
The Berkak (Dwarves)
General Delock Coppersson did not find the widespread panic that the others had upon returning, but he found instead men standing without a purpose, awaiting instruction. He wasn't sure whether to be amazed, alarmed or just incredulous. He announced the cease fire and many cheered, which also surprised him. They returned back to the great city, Jaktuk and there repeated all that had happened and what they were to do. There was fierce opposition as well as relief and support for the Arbiter. It was, by far, the most diametrically opposed voicing of opinion in all the House deliberations. An entire day was spent with raised voices and danging fists, until finally the voices of reason and future prosperity prevailed. They then began the process of choosing their delegation.
The Vaelena (High Elves)
General Corym Cranala, upon returning to his men, was met with relief and much happiness. The army returned to the center of the forest of Areya and called together the leaders and respected members of the House. They agreed quickly to end the senseless war and promote the common good of all the land by appointing their delegation. It was a fairly smooth and ordered process and was nearly the quickest to make their collective will known.
The Jabari (Wood Elves)
General Kobar Aradove was dismayed to see his captains ordering men about in random ridiculous patterns in an effort to locate him. He blew a loud horn that effectively summoned all men to his location. They returned to the treetop counsel, after he disbanded the armed forces. No war meant men could return to their families and homes. He saw no need to retain them. The Jabari counsel was very pleased to hear of the cease fire, and the end to the loss of their ranks and lands. They were careful to allow time to nominate the delegation, and sent everyone back to their homes to reflect and give proper attention to their nominations, so that only the best among them would represent all. They met the following day at first light to make their will known.
The Aedairin (Drow Elves)
General Thrudan Rolena returned to find his men searching for him, but not frantically or without purpose. He used a horn to call them back as well, and they returned to the underground city of Hacendar. They were greeted with relief and applause. The general had long been against the war and had been trying to withdraw from it more and more over the past two years. So his announcements were met with excitement and enthusiasm. They had ones among them that all were in favor of appointing to the delegation and felt they were the best to represent the whole of their society, the general was among them, the only general to be awarded that honor.
The fire was burning low in the brazier as Magana made a slow circle in the fighting pit, staring her opponent down across the way. The normal roar of cheering was nonexistent on this night- only the crackle and popping of embers and the steady beat of a sole drum as the duel ensued. Above the pit stood General Knurigg Vlog, staring intently at the scene before him. To both sides of him were his remaining Honor Guard, and then several champions of Ferregard. But Magana was not paying attention to any of them.