No one ever breached their defenses because, in the last two or three years, they've had a very powerful neighbour whom they had an alliance with. The problem for Arcachon is that they forgot that and needed a reminder. Sadly for them, the reminder is likely to be fatal. Happens.
Same story isn't likely true for Madina and Aurvandil. Course, Aurvandil's a monarchy surrounded by republics. Who's to say there won't be a rebellion there too? Could be something in the air
Finn.
