The repeated occurrences of this evolving plague have left a profound impact on Dagrae . Each outbreak has increased fear and uncertainty among the populace, and the inability to fully understand or prevent the disease has eroded public confidence in the region’s leadership. Despite the passage of centuries, the plague remains a dark and unresolved chapter in Dagrae ’s history, with each resurgence more deadly than the last.
Today, Dagrae remains vigilant, with a renewed focus on medical research and prevention strategies to combat the threat of the plague. The true origins of the disease, and its mysterious connection to the province of Haburh , continue to be a subject of speculation and fear. The story of the plague is a testament to the enduring struggle of the region against an unseen and ever-evolving enemy.
The First Outbreak (2045)
In the year 2045, the first signs of a mysterious illness began to surface in the province of Haburh , Dagrae . Initially manifesting as a severe fever accompanied by joint pain and swelling of the glands, the disease seemed to spread rapidly, causing alarm throughout the region. The local populace, unfamiliar with such a malady, struggled to contain the outbreak. The disease's origin and nature remained elusive, and after several months, the outbreak mysteriously subsided, leaving only questions in its wake.
The Second Outbreak (2345)
Exactly 300 years later, in 2345, the disease resurfaced, this time more virulent and widespread. The symptoms included a high fever, severe headaches, and notable fatigue, with an additional neurological component: those afflicted began to experience confusion and difficulty with coordination. The plague now seemed to have a sinister progression, gradually affecting the brain and leaving survivors with lingering cognitive impairments. The community, recalling the past, termed this the "Return of the Plague." Efforts to treat the disease were largely ineffective, and the outbreak persisted for a longer period, eventually fading but with a far greater toll on the population.
The Third Outbreak (2645)
In 2645, the plague struck again, marking its most dangerous and evolved form yet. This time, the disease was clearly identified as being spread by flying insects, which injected tiny parasites into the bloodstream of their victims. The symptoms included fever, headache, joint pain, and swelling of the glands in the back and neck, alongside severe fatigue. However, the most alarming aspect was the infection’s impact on the brain, causing confusion, reduced coordination, difficulty keeping track of time, and insomnia. The treatment for this affliction was both dangerous and uncertain: dosing the patient with arsenic, which, if survived, had a cumulative 30% chance of curing the disease.