The spectacular palace overlooked the major city in the Central Kingdom of Arasya. Protected by a massive stone wall, the palace easily rose above the city and inspired a sense of awe with its sheer beauty and size. Within the confines of the wall, in addition to the palace, were courtyards, gardens, stables, a pond, and a section of buildings specifically for the training of knights. It was a beautiful spring day and people were taking advantage of the season. Young pages and squires were partaking in their daily training under the critical eyes of their superiors. Nobles invited to court that day strolled easily through the palace gardens a