« The Union Proclamation, 1592 »

[Archduchy of Lorraine 287]

 

In the cold city of St. Karlsburg, the Archduke John and Prince Charles Siguine — Regent of Haense — emerged from Ottosgrad Palace. They made their way before a crowd of townsfolk, guards and courtiers in tow. Karl would nod to a herald, and he would step forward, addressing the crowd.

 

“Hail, brothers and sisters of the Empire. His Highness the Prince Charles Siguine, Count of Bihar and His Exalted Grace the Archduke John of Lorraine-Kaedrin-Savoy are here to announce a pact. We vow stand together forevermore, as steadfast subjects of the Empire, and brothers in arms unto death. We vow to aid one another, however we may, in times of peace and in times of war. We vow to work together to advance our people’s welfare, for all posterity. To bind this, the Prince has another announcement.”

 

The Regent would nod as the Archduke stepped back, ascending the stage and in turn speaking to his people. “I announce today the betrothal of my good niece, Her Highness the Princess Catherine Alexandria, and this good man’s son...” — with that, the Prince would gesture to the Archduke — “... the heir apparent of Lorraine, Lord Louis Philip.” The Prince would nod repeatedly, scanning the crowd as raucous applause followed.

 

The Archduke would in turn speak. “And thus, in matrimony our alliance be bound. There is no greater bond than that of the nuptials, and therefore I proudly call Karl my brother to be. The marriage will not commence for some time, of course; my son is but five winters old. But that is indeed the point: our alliance will last for many, many years, surely far beyond my own lifespan, or even that of my young son.”

 

He’d continue after a moment’s pause. “It is worth noting, too, that this signifies our undying loyalty to the Crown: For my son is born of both House d’Amaury and House Horen, by virtue of my wife, His Imperial Majesty the Emperor’s sister. Therefore this union is not just to bind Lorraine and Haense together as stalwart allies, but to reaffirm both’s loyalty to the Crown, and the Empire.”

 

---

Posters would be rushed out, hammered across trees, poster boards, and any viable surface across the Empire. They would read as follows…

 

The Kingdom of Haense and Archduchy of Lorraine henceforth announce their alliance and forthcoming matrimony. The following terms shall act as legally binding guidelines for this union:

 

• The signatories shall maintain at all times a state of non-aggression and, to the contrary;

• The signatories shall act, in times of peace and in times of war, as allies and partners, helping to defend one another however possible;

• The signatories shall promote and encourage free trade throughout their realms;

• The signatories shall at all times work to uphold and defend the laws of both Haense and Lorraine; additionally...

  • In the case of criminals being captured in the other’s territory, extradition shall take place at their earliest convenience;

  • In the case of a citizen of either Haense or Lorraine committing crimes against the other, a court shall be formed, composed of an appointee from both Haense and Lorraine;

• The signatories herein shall recognise and support all legitimate successor governments according to the realm in question’s respective system of succession;

• Finally, the signatories herein shall adhere to and respect, in good faith and without coercion, the terms of this agreement. They sign below before God and men, of their own accord and fruition.

 

 

---

 

His Royal Majesty the King Marius I of Hanseti and Ruska, the Ever Loyal Subject of His Imperial Majesty, Grand Prince of the Raev, Duke of Carnatia, Krajia, Courland, and Akovia, Count of Siegrad, Ayr, Kavat, Karovia, Torun, and Kaunas, Baron of Vsenk, Lord of St. Karlsburg, Protector of the Highlanders

 

---

 

In nomine domini…

His Exalted Grace John I Louis of the House d’Amaury, the Archduke of Lorraine, Duke of Savoy and Kaedrin, Count of Metz, Summerhall, and Cleves, Inheritor of the House de Sola, Forever August, and Ever Loyal Subject of His Imperial Majesty

 

[Inkthorn 1434]

Sylvestre nods vigorously.

[Whiplash 466]

Viktor Clarke hears of the news in Johannesburg. "Ave Lorraine." He says, walking off to continue his work.

 

[SpodoKaiba 612]

Marcy deems this too much to read, balls it up, and throws it off the Johannesburg bridge.

[HurferDurfer1 2979]

"Everyone in Savoy is dead, yet they can still rally more than Lorraine." Coltaine says, shortly before singing a traditional Savoyard dirge.

 

 

[osumanduas 1442]

Lorraine, Kaedrin, Savoy and now Hanese? It seems the vassals of the realm have banded together despite whatever might be done, better wipe the board clean.

[Jtit 228]

*Jxnna_ Would very oocly cough with the words in between "It's Katherine Aleksandra" cough*

[Andustar 4143]

Ser Viktor Kovachev would nod with approval "May the alliance stand fast."

[yopplwasupxxx 5946]

6 minutes ago, Jxnna_ said:

*Jxnna_ Would very oocly cough with the words in between "It's Katherine Aleksandra" cough*

"Name is translated into the Common tongue."

[Jtit 228]

Just now, yopplwasupxxx said:

"Name is translated into the Common tongue."

*Cringes at the sight of it.* "eww"

[osumanduas 1442]

1 hour ago, Jxnna_ said:

*Jxnna_ Would very oocly cough with the words in between "It's Katherine Aleksandra" cough*

 

 

"Its actually Alexandra, we don't accept your dirty Raevir slav spelling here"

[Heff 2460]

1 hour ago, Jxnna_ said:

*Cringes at the sight of it.* "eww"

a lady would know that. idiot,

[Guest]

3 hours ago, Jxnna_ said:

*Cringes at the sight of it.* "eww"

"Sod off." remarks a youth garbed in black. "We all know there is no duke but Jon Savoie, and he is dead. What's dead should be allowed to die." He shrugs, continuing to ride along on horseback. 

[DoomedDM 20]

An Johannesburg steward thinks " stupid child bethrotals they are just stupid ideas let the person at least grow older damn it 

[Arteh 1837]

21 hours ago, HurferDurfer1 said:

"Everyone in Savoy is dead, yet they can still rally more than Lorraine." Coltaine says, shortly before singing a traditional Savoyard dirge.

 

 

"The Savoyard 'Show of force' was done after countless days of preparation for that one esteemed night of valor where they all perished and descended into insignificance, yet Lorraine still stands. Without a doubt in my mind I can say with the utmost confidence that would it have been Savoy facing against Lorraine solely, the result would've remained the same. Gold in Peace, Steel in War." Says Ser Otto 'The Bloody' to his Squire as he removes his Armour.