Back in the archive room, Ben sifted through ancient records and military logs.
His talk with Elvira had not given him much, but one thing was clear.
In the past, the Nephirid military had been far stronger than what he saw now.
According to Elvira, Ashborn warriors like Draeven had led the charge.
They were powerful, but not invincible.
The real threat had come from their allies, several specialized races that had fought alongside them.
There were the Durnokh, masters of assassination and infiltration.
The Centaurians, with their robust bodies and high agility, excelled in long range combat and mounted warfare.
The Trents, ancient beings who could command plant life, turned battlefields into living death traps.
And finally, the Ulthari, wielders of totemic magic, could cast massive area spells or bless entire armies with overwhelming buffs.
Ben had heard of the Ulthari and a few other races from Draeven before coming here.
