So the question is, rather, did the Shardbearers start it? Or were they an un-intended consequence that worsens itself.

[ If the presence of the shard-bearers had initially precipitated the war... That would mean they should try a different tack to this whole thing. ]

And it is not as though the monarchs are happy with the current situation only that they are not of a sufficient motive or power to try and draw in warriors again.

[ Waver's face at the mention of Kayneth is a sight to behold, truly. ]

Is the first Lord El-Melloi a poor instructor? Or merely a biased one. [ If he's going to be impossible to work with, then Kaldur would need to find a new instructor. ] And, I confess curiosity as to how you were then able to... inherit the title.