Secret Order (Dutch Organization) Secret society carrying out covert missions in Holland. Fights to maintain influence against rival national orders.

Jeanne (French Order) Loyal to the French cell of templar/assassin-style orders. Fights English forces to advance France’s secret agenda.

British & English Orders Assassin/templar-style cells representing England. Compete for control over Holland and the treasure map, often clashing with French and Dutch forces.

Anna (Middle Ages) Symbol of hope in Holland. Caught in a secret war between rival orders. Supported by her group of four companions who provide tactical and moral help.

A hidden figure who directs a secret order in Europe. His real identity is never revealed, and he is not mentioned by name.

A trusted companion of the Unnamed Leader. Known for his loyalty and reliability.

African Union Provides infrastructure, and political backing to stabilize Europe, Pragmatic, resource rich, seen as a balancing power

United Allied Nations Collective security, forcing negotiations.

Proto-USA Orders Early secret cells observing European conflicts. Later influence history to preserve Anna’s legend and prepare for future dominance.

In an alternate history, Europe formed an early European Union in the 1500s. The continent is politically united but militarily weak. High taxes lead to local resistance, which opposes the government through protests and negotiations. The Proto-USA Order and the African Union provide resources, infrastructure, and support to help maintain stability. The United Allied Nations (UAN) coordinates diplomacy and organizes aid across the continent. Within Europe, secret Orders and individual operatives, like the French Order led by Jeanne, work behind the scenes to influence regions and guide important decisions. Europe remains mostly stable, with little military development. Negotiations lead to changes in territory, including the expansion of the Netherlands and Belgium.