Rumoko Plague

The Rumoko Plague was a virulent illness that spread throughout the western regions of Rumoko in the seventh year of King Cyrin II's reign.

Symptoms
The death toll of the Rumoko Plague was horrific: nearly 85% of people in the affected areas died, totaling nearly a hundred thousand people. Death came swiftly, but it was by no means comfortable. Signs of the disease included high fevers, uncontrollable vomiting, diarrhea, and hemorrhaging.

It has been nicknamed the Wet Death, but term "Rumoko Plague" is preferred by the upper-classes. The most famous survivor, Ryon Leminaris insists on calling it "The Wet Death" in hopes of reminding people of the true horror, and credits his experiences in the area for his ability to stomach the carnage of war.

None of the survivors appear to suffer long-term effects as a result of their infections other than psychological symptoms similar to those seen in old necromancers.

Spread
The Rumoko plague struck quickly, but did not spread far. Ashdan's top necromancers have determined this is because the incredible death toll made it difficult to transmit long distances.

The Plague lasted for two years, very long ones for those in Rumoko fearing for their families, watching families die, and wondering if they would be next. Fortunately, the wizards of Ashdan under Ashdanic Archmage Resol Isina were able to stomp it out.

Many necromancers remain in the area, hoping to isolate the cause of the illness.