During Verdane's invasion of Grandbell, Siglud captured Evans castle and used it as a base of operations. Eltshan came to Siglud and promised to watch over Evans while Siglud marched deeper into Verdane. Later, Elliot, the prince of Heirhein moves out to capture Evans, but he is stopped by Eltshan and his Cross Knights. His wife, Grahnye, left for Lenster along with their son, Aless.