While preparations for the negotiations were under way, Nieldun decided that it was in the best interests of humanity to take action against the Shaan Tzien for what they had done. He began the task of assisting the Ashkanians by sending out a letter to Wolastra, Sylvanyr [@Legion02], Toran, Airgiallne, Anqallyt [@Lauder], Tar Sequinus [@Catchphrase], Mtol Darask and Noatun:

[i]Esteemed Fellow Leader,
I write to you because the Shogun of Shaan Tzien has quite possibly betrayed humanity. As you read this, the Ashkanian cities of Kamran and Shag-Ekur are occupied by the Tzieni and their vassals. In light of the recent meeting where the Grandmaster showed that the Shadows were clearly becoming a threat once more, this has rather sinister implications as to the Tzieni motives. Of course, they could simply be near-sighted fools who thought they could capitalize on the threat to Ashkanian and grab as much as they could, thinking they could contain the Shadows despite not actually possessing any weapons that can harm them. As an intelligent individual such as yourself may have guessed, I am requesting that we all send assistance to the Ashkanians. Regardless of whether anyone else helps, I will be sending 100,000 of my own men to fight this menace. Best of luck and may your sword hand never fail you.
Sincerely, King Nieldun Gildedtongue of Nastrond[/i]

Only four human nations (other than his own and the Ashkanians themselves) were not sent this letter. Vaalgard was not sent the letter because they were in no shape to fight a war, Shaan Tzien and vassals were out for obvious reasons and Nieldun hoped to discuss the matter personally with the emissary sent by the Domani. The Shalorni were excluded for now as they would probably demand to be in charge or underestimate the danger, relations with them were rather chilly. Ashkanian was sent another letter:

[i]Dear Grandmaster,
The foolish treachery of the Tzieni angers me greatly, help is on the way.
Sincerely, King Nieldun Gildedtongue of Nastrond[/i]

Once the letter writing was done, Nieldun rallied a force of 20,000 veterans and 80,000 of the newer soldiers along with 600 Guardian Devils. Archy was also assigned to this endeavor as it was rather important and the Shadows feared half-demons at the very least. This army was led by Lord Dragonstar. Ahead of them was sent a messenger to Shaan Tzien with a simple message:

[i]Attention Traitors to the Human Race,
Surrender now or face dire consequences.
-King Nieldun Gildedtongue[/i]

Satisfied that he had taken action, King Nieldun went to go see what his family was up to.