Board Thread:The Last Sovereign Discussion/@comment-27713488-20181103233945/@comment-39332473-20190624162703

So, to summarize the council of the wise, we know that Estaven learned of the tower from Sabitha, his captive demon, who he happened upon by chance. There is no evidence any of the other tower walkers have helped him.

The more I consider, the more I think Duke Leto has it right. The Fucklord is described as smart, but his ability to use the tower seems about even with our own (he was able to move troops to Arclent via the tower, in a reverse of what we're currently doing). Simon has only gotten as far as he has with having a personal relationship with a team of highly skilled and experienced mages, and ruling Yhilin, the magical capital of Arclent.

The Fucklord doesn't seem like the kind of person who gathers allies of any kind. He'd be totally dependent on the resources of Erosia, and whatever Sabitha chooses to tell him. The idea that he's got additional support from somewhere (the Anak, cough) seems plausible.

It might be the lack of sleep, but maybe that's why Ulrissa is coming to us now, actually. If there is a secret force helping Estaven, now is the time to do whatever it is you needed the distraction for.