With the terrible hurricane of 2011 the western shore of Denmark, Jutland, was drenched in poisonous sludge water from the polluted north sea. The government fell to pieces from the wrath of the nature, and many died in the moths that came. Most cities on the west coast were abandoned, and the surviving people fled inland. As the government broke down, so did law and order. The police were to thin to handle the looting that took place, so they called in military help.
The military land forces, and those surviving air force units that could be scrambled, set out to put order into the stricken people. About this time, bands with looted weapons in hand, began to offer refuge to those unfortunate that had left with everything still buried under the sludge from the bottom of the Atlantic ocean. The Bandit Lords offered a home, food, comfort and above all, order, and the people with no other hope of survival flocked around them, making them even stronger for each day that passed. Among them were also a scattering of old soldiers, seamen and officers, that just managed to get out of hell alive.
To these bandit settlements came the war one morning. They attacked viciously, those they proclaimed rebels, and bandits, but what for those thousands of refugees were saviours. The bandits defended themselves, but were of course not as well equipped or well trained to stand against such a military force, and began to loose ground.
The turning point came when the people rose against the brutal attacks on their refugee camps. Armed militia began to harass the marching troops, sabotage came and went, making it difficult to run a decent military campaign. then units from the regular army began to revolt, throwing it in with the bandit laords, and ultimately with their family, their neighbours, and loved ones now at the other side.
These desertions made the military leaders make a decision that spawned more problem that they could imagine. They decided to lock the Jutland based troops into their own barracks, and to pull back to reorganize a new offensive with troops from the less damage east coastal islands. Naturally, the once loyal troops of the Jutland army dissented to their shameful treatment, and negotiated with the Bandit Lords, and eventually they turned to their new masters. This in turn made it all but impossible to wage war on Jutland.
The remnants of the armed forces retreated to Sjaelland, and at the exodus of the nuclear meltdown in the nearby Barsebäck in Sweden, they followed the government to Bornholm. The abandonment of the last remnants of structured law and order, let the bandit lords have full reign of the former kindom. A large number of warlords sprung up from nowhere, fighting it out over somelost treasure, like an oil depot, a weapon cache or unpolluted lands and water supplies.
Soon, three major warlords rose to power, each controlling a number of lesser warlords, and with a number of shanty towns under his command. One has its seat of power in Århus, a relatively undamaged town on the east coast of Jutland. Their organisation closely represents that of a feudal lord. These Knights of the Blood Coast, and their master, Prince Amledo also lais claim to the Northern tip of Jutland and some of the smaller islands to the east and north. All except Sjaelland, where the ruthless Lord Doom rules the mutants that were outcasts even from the Free City of Örestad and Fyn where Lord Kristian holds court.
The fierce Lord Doom, with his seat of power in Korsör has also laid claims to the southern islands of Falster and Gedser. Lord Kristian of Odense holds sway of the island Fyn, and the Southern part of Jutland. He keeps the troops he command with the best weapons money can buy, and will probably gain land in the north and east against both Prince Amledo and Lord Doom. The current line of demarkation between Prince Amledo and Lord Kristian can be drawn across Jutland between the townships of Ringköbing on the west coast to Vejle on the east coast. These towns and the area around the demarkation line is raided by both parties.
Covert operations on the Eastern shores from the Danish Marines and Airforce gains little more than some information on what is happening. Current policy from the Danish Government is to let these warlords weaken themselves against each other, and to strike when the time is right. Some voices in the government claims that a force will be doomed, without the heart of the people, and the Danish has a lot to clean up before that happens.
Here is some old information, from the good old days:
A land of windswept moors, white sandy beaches and savage sea-battered coastlines, Jutland is without question one of the most distinctive regions in Denmark. Areas of bustling activity contrast with secluded, calm spaces where nature has reigned supreme for millions of years. This region offers the best of both worlds, ranging from sleepy pastoral areas to the busy and sophisticated city of Arhus to fun-packed Legoland, Denmark’s most visited tourist attraction outside of Copenhagen.
The cultural capital of Jutland is Arhus. Located a mere 15-minute cycle ride from unspoiled beaches and flower-laden woods, Arhus is a lively university city as well as being an important trade centre and seaport. Intimate enough to know in the space of a couple of hours but large enough to fill both days and nights with culture, fabulous food and the very best Denmark has to offer in live entertainment, Arhus really is a must for any visitor to Jutland. Take a trip to the north of the region with its dramatic coastal landscape dominated by heathlands, dunes and beaches, most notably Lokken, a particular favourite with beach-lovers. While in the north, marvel at the stunning landscape at Skagen, a fishing port whose remarkable light has attracted artists since the 19th century. In central Jutland, enjoy a more active time in the Lake District, a haven for those who enjoy canoeing, cycling and hiking, or simply take a cruise on board the Hjejlen, one of the oldest operational paddle steamers in the world. Take a biking tour along the coastline, encountering some wonderful fjords as you go. Savour the atmosphere and hear the echoes of history at Fredericia, a city whose ancient earthen embankments played a crucial role in Denmark’s battles with its neighbours over the centuries. Enjoy a fun-filled day at Legoland, whose main attraction is a tiny miniature world where many of the world’s greatest cities have been recreated in miniature using some 45 million plastic blocks. To the south, pay a visit to Ribe, the oldest town in the whole of Scandinavia. Dating from the 9th century, Ribe is exquisitely preserved and has an amazing array of historic sites tightly packed into a small, manageable space. Take an excursion to one of the many quaint villages and towns scattered around nearby.
As unique as it is beautiful, exciting and surprising Jutland presents the richest variety of Denmark’s delights. From the raw and beautiful tip of its peninsula to the patchwork of villages and towns to the south, Jutland is a truly memorable experience.
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