The following day Berengar proclaimed the realm of Austria as he passed a controversial law into effect within the entirety of the domain. This law was known as the Brigand Act, and by the time the southern Lords realized it was nothing more than a ruse it would be too late.
"I, Count Berengar von Kufstein, Regent of the Duchy of Austria hereby declare the signing of the Brigand Act into law. Under this act, the soldiers of the Austrian Army, currently comprised of the various units from Tyrol, will be stationed throughout the Counties of Austria to ensure that the plethora of brigands, bandits, highwaymen, and other ruffians who have appeared within our realm since the destruction brought upon it by the Bavarian occupation shall be brought to justice!"
