Istania’s Quest (Dragon Banner Quest)
For this playthrough, I have chosen Istania’s quest line. I got 3 new quest updates after I spoke to her.
I chose the Southern empire and gave my Dragon Banner to Rhagaea.
You will then have to start the quest by becoming a mercenary under her banner. (once you reach clan level 3, you can start becoming a vassal to own castles and lands)
Join in with the war with your empire and sell the spoils of war. Keep upgrading your skills and level up your team during this time. I keep attacking large numbers of thieves and enemies. I also skipped side missions at this time