The Flagship: Axios War Bulletin II

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The Flagship

Axios War Bulletin II

 

John d’Amaury Captured, Escapes

 

The newly minted King of Lorraine, John d’Amaury, was taken into custody by Orenian forces under unclear circumstances. Imperial officials attempted to move him to the Dominion of Malin, but the King was liberated by rebel cavalry numbering about 15 following a short clash with a numerically superior (estimated to be around 50) Orenian and Dominion complement escorting him.

 

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Contents

John d’Amaury Captured, Escapes

A New Grand King

Interview with King Tobias “Tuvya” Staunton

Duchy of Lorraine Declares Independence

Axiot Coalition Announced

Market Journal

Uproar in Haelun’or

Criticism over Dominion Involvement Mounts

Editor’s Note

 

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A New Grand King

 

The Senate convenes.

 

Following Emperor Philip I Frederick’s execution of Grand King Algoda, the Senate Grand Kingdom Urguan, composed of representatives of each of the Grand Kingdom’s clans, convened to elect a new Grand King. Three candidates were nominated: Bastion Ireheart by the Grandeaxe and Doomforged Clans, Wulfstag Ireheart by the Frostbeard Clan and Kilgrim Irongut by the Irongut Clan. After speeches by the three candidates, Bastion Ireheart was elected with support from Grandaxe, Doomforged and Starbreaker clans.

 

Bastion Ireheart

 

The New Grand King provided the following comment to The Flagship: “Without the dwed of Urguan, the crown means nothing, and the dwed who wears the crown, means nothing. I wish to thank all those who supported my campaign for the Grand Kingship, and promise, that upon my coronation, I will, with the help of the very dwed who make up this stoic nation, bring back the glory of the past. I will, through dedication, passion and perseverance, make the Grand Kingdom of Urguan truly grand once more.

 

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Interview with King Tobias “Tuvya” Staunton

 

Tobias "Tuvya" Staunton

 

I met Tobias (Tuvya) Staunton, Duke (now King) of Courland, claimant for the throne of the Holy Oren Empire, in the field outside Ostwick. There was quite a bit going on and constant interruptions, which have been held for future publishing.

 

Tobias Staunton: Welcome to our keep, what can I do for you?

 

Ebs: I have a few questions for you if that is acceptable?

 

Tobias Staunton: Of course, I did see your latest newspaper.

 

Gaed I Errmark: I read such a paper as well.

 

Tobias Staunton: I was rather impressed by your writing skills.

 

Ebs: I am pleased to hear that, and my thanks for the compliment.

 

Tobias Staunton: I apologize, please excuse me for a moment Mr. Ebs.

 

Later

 

Ebs: Could you explain the roots of this conflict?

 

Tobias Staunton: The Empire has used it overwhelming numbers to act as an iron fist, bullying and subjugating those who are weaker or fewer in number. My family felt the effects of the Empire and the Emperor’s tyranny, when John Horen attacked my father’s Duchy, the most populous holding in Oren at the time. Courland was attacked by the Emperor, and many innocent civilians killed. He ever had my mother, his own sister, brutally killed. With that much blood on the Empire’s hands, there are few who can stand up to them. I am one person who is able to because of my many, many supporters.

 

Ebs: Assuming you win the coming battles, what is your vision for Oren?

 

Tobias Staunton: I come to liberate, not to conquer. I come to free men from the shackles of the Empire. I will ascend to the Imperial throne as the final Emperor of the fifth Empire. I will free Oren’s vassals, yet, I will destroy all of those who did not yield. It is becuase of them that many more of our men had to die. What else would you like to know Ebs?

 

Ebs: Am I correct in assuming that this includes those mali that stand with the Dominion of Malin?

 

Tobias Staunton: That is correct. I have sent out orders: either they yield of will pay the consequences. I am a reasonable man, Ebs, as you have already seen. I have presented fair terms to minimize bloodshed. I cannot be held responsible if they value their pride more than their lives.

 

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Duchy of Lorraine Declares Independence

 

John d’Amaury of Lorraine

 

The Archduchy of Lorraine, formerly a realm of the Holy Oren Empire, has declared independence, citing the tyranny and incompetence of the current Holy Oren Emperor, Philip I Frederick. This comes following an attempted coup in the Duchy instigated by the current Imperial administration that placed Ser Otto in charge of the ducal city of Metz. However, the rest of Lorraine has pledged to the rebellion, including the Despotate of Nicaea and other holdings. This has greatly boosted the Stauntons with both territory and men. When reached for comment, King John said, “

 

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Staunton Rebels Score Victories in Skirmishes

 

There have not been any major confrontations since the now famous (or infamous) Battle of the Gorge, but there have been numerous small to mid sized skirmishes in this war, and rebel forces have prevailed more often than not. This is a remarkable reversal of the norm, as Orenian forces typically prove victorious in the brutally savage and quick fighting and raiding the makes up most modern wars. It remains to be seen how this will impact Orenian morale or if it will translate into further losses in the coming days, when large open field battles and sieges will predominate.

 

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Axiot Coalition Announced

 

Those rebelling against the Holy Oren Emperor as well as their allies have announced and signed a treaty that adopts a structure for their joint effort to remove Philip I Frederick from power. Along with the Stauntons of Courland, the d’Amaurys of Lorraine, the Grand Kingdom of Urguan, the War Nation of Krugmar, several other former Orenian realms are signatories. This treaty likely represents one of the largest coalitions of men and material arrayed against the Holy Oren Empire since the Great War during Anthos, which ultimately ended in the collapse of the Holy Oren Empire and the rise of a handful of independent Kingdoms (Ruska, Savoy, Salvus, Renatus and Hanseti), from where we can find the roots of the political situation that caused the Duke’s War as well as this current conflict.

 

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Market Journal

 

 

Best Prices:

Iron: 2 Minas Kal’Omith

Gold: 1 Minas Kal’Omith

Diamond: 4 Minas, Kal’Omith

Logs: .02 Minas, Sutica, Kal’Omith

Hay Bale: .01, Sutica, Johannesburg

 

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Uproar in Haelun’or

 

There has been much confusion and consternation in Haelun’or as competing groups claim to be leading the city and maintain that they are the parties that have the authority to enter into treaties. Much of the conflict appears to be rooted in the Vigil affair. It seems as if one side has taken decisive action regarding the current rebellion while the other has claimed that said action is illegitimate, though one wonders what they hope to accomplish with lengthy missives few take the time to read. Updates on the situation will be provided, hopefully after details become clearer.

 

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Criticism over Dominion Involvement Mounts

 

The government of the Dominion of Malin is facing mounting criticism over its involvement on behalf of the Holy Oren Empire in its internal conflict as citizens question why elven blood must be spilled on what could potentially be the losing side, resulting in catastrophe for the mali. The government has attempted to assuage fears, but one does not see an easy resolution on the horizon. War is coming to the Dominion, and judging by how Dominion forces have acquitted themselves poorly under their current leadership, it remains to be seen if the correct choice has been made.

 

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Editor’s Note

 

Thank you for reading The Flagship. I appreciate any and all tips and corrections submitted to the paper, as they greatly help improve its accuracy. I strive to provide the most balanced and comprehensive broadsheet possible so that the Descendants can be informed of goings on in Axios.

 

~Ebs Telrunya

Editor in Chief

[chaotikal 2392]

((Regardless of the contents, this is actually an amazing format and writing style, keep this up you're doing GODs work.))

[KeatonUnbeaten 1103]

16 minutes ago, VonEbs said:

Gaed I Errmark:

((gared :())

[Shalashask 1112]

21 minutes ago, VonEbs said:

This is a remarkable reversal of the norm, as Orenian forces typically prove victorious in the brutally savage and quick fighting and raiding the makes up most modern wars.

"To be honest our track record for small skirmishes and raids has always been poor in these sorts of wars," muses Elrach as he reads over the paper.

[Hiebe 2493]

Dwain tries to find the shop in Kal Omith who under cuts the world

[gumshoeismygod 43]

Branislaw smiles fondly reading over news of rebel victories 

[Himmel 26]

"This is propaganda, not news!" Says man

[Vege 4804]

"An excellent publication." Exclaims Tobias.

[KeatonUnbeaten 1103]

Just now, Vege said:

"An excellent publication." Exclaims Tobias.

"Truly. Nice to see a newspaper that is somehow biased to both sides equally."

[Mosue 70]

In the shade of a great tree, a dark elf's crimson eyes read over the newspaper, a smirk slowly spreading across his face. 
"Will people call this fake news?" he'd ask to no one in particular.

[ACU20 567]

"Hah! The Coalition has the Emperor running scared!" - Lord Roswell said heartily and laughed "Great publication indeed."

[Mj. 697]

((This is the only paper on lotc I've ever actually enjoyed reading. Good job.))

[seannie 7443]

"This article only publishes the truth, and unfortunately for the Orenians, it may not be what they want to read. Too bad each time they try to do something about it, they get decimated."

 

"Well, banter aside, well constructed format, enjoyable read, do try to stay away from bias and the such, I'd like to read a relatively neutral news."

[Sera Nita 26]

Realynn reads over the news with interest, nodding to no one in particular as she scans the headlines. Afterwards, she returns to the section on market deals to browse the best prices.

 

"Only 2 mina for an ingot of iron? I'll have to keep that in mind for my next order. Iron is hard to find when you can't mine ore worth a damn."

[Zamaru42 53]

2 hours ago, Hiebe said:

Dwain tries to find the shop in Kal Omith who under cuts the world

Dorm stares at the numbers "What dah fawkin' **** is this! We're all fawkin' doomed if gold is this low! and look at those diamond prices. What dah actual fawk is this person thinkin'!"