The Thunderers of Qward worked alongside the Weaponers of Qward for hundreds of  years.  The Weaponers began to gain greater control as the manufacturers of their counterparts weapons.  While this lasted for some time, it eventually led to a schism erupting within the military ranks. The leader of the Thunderers, Irik Roval, staged a coup against First Weaponlord Varnathon of Q’Uld.  The plan went off without a hitch and Commander Irik T. Roval became the Highlord of Qward.
