The Song of Soma: Grantebridgescire Arc
As your first major alliance questline in England, the Grantebridgescire arc introduces the core mechanics of investigation and leadership. You will assist Soma, the Jarlskona of Grantebridge, in reclaiming her city from the Saxon order leader, Wigmund. This arc is defined by the "The Stench of Treachery" quest, where your ability to gather evidence directly impacts the fate of Soma's inner circle.
Key Missions and Objectives
- Glory Regained: Launch a frontal assault to retake Grantebridge using the longship's naval force.
- Razing Earnningstone & Unholy Father: Weaken Wigmund’s grip on the region by burning outposts and infiltrating the monastery at Ely Isle.
- The Stench of Treachery: The arc's climax requires you to identify a traitor among Soma’s three advisors: Birna, Lif, or Galinn.
The Critical Choice: Identifying the Traitor
To identify the correct traitor (Galinn), you must find the yellow-painted longship near the fens and cross-reference advisor testimonies. Choosing correctly ensures a seamless alliance and spares innocent lives. If you choose incorrectly, Soma will execute an innocent friend, and your relationship with the bridge crew will be permanently strained.
Rewards for Completion
Successfully completing the arc and eliminating Wigmund grants the following:
- Alliance: Grantebridgescire pledges its forces to Ravensthorpe.
- New Crew Member: If you correctly identified Galinn as the traitor, Birna will join your Jomsviking crew.
- Equipment: You will receive the Blazing Sword and a significant amount of XP to boost your Power Level for the Ledecestrescire arc.