A Response to The Sohaer

[Nectorist 12869]

A Response to The Sohaer’s Call to Arms

 

To Sohaer Dimaethor Visaj,

 

 

I know the way which the wind blows. Though you believe your call for aid is, in a purely legal and diplomatic sense, justified and obligatory, I fear I must hereby renege on the pact, which you first broke, and deny your request for support.

 

Our people know quite well from the centuries of warfare and bitter rivalry that have marred our minds and beings. Our alliance, forged in the face of Llyrian expansion just a decade ago, was not one of mutual love, trust, or goodwill, but one of convenience and necessity. I have no doubt that, upon the expiration of our pact, our uneasy truce would soon dissolve into the incessant conflict and strife that we have known- just as it is the way for bear and wolf to do battle, so too is it in the nature of our people to fight bitterly against each other. If I were to break my alliance with the people of Irrinor, and pledge myself to your cause, what would come of me and my people after the war? Despite our prior support for the Marnan cause in the War of the Two Emperors, the same cause that the Lord Protector Adrian Sarkozic fought valiantly for, it seems that the humans regard us not as friends and allies, but as an obstacle in the way of their expansion. Oren’s appetite for conquest has never been sated, and I have no reason to believe that this war will change this, so what does that make us but another prize to be sought after by the human imperialists? 

 

When I look at this upcoming conflict I see neither justice nor barbarism, only the culmination of recent events and deeply-rooted ideals that predate us. We all knew that this day was to come, but for over a decade we blindly pretended that it would not be so. Hiding behind insincere smiles and false handshakes, we managed to convince ourselves that all was well and that we would prevent a tragedy such as the War of the Two Emperors from ever occurring again. Though I was a fool for believing peace could be maintained, I would be worse tenfold were I to betray not only myself but my people as well. The people of Irrinor have supported us unequivocally, unfailingly, and with a genuine desire to secure mutual wellbeing between our people. Haelun’or has only sought our demise- showed ever so clearly by provoking this conflict.

 

Indeed, the first blow of this war was not struck by Prince Lyemar, but by the incessant ambition of the mali’thill. Do not for a moment deny your intentions, for your actions within the past few elven weeks show your true colors:

 

I – The government of Haelun’or, in a moment of their typical vanity and pride, denounced both Irrinor and Fenn as sexual deviants. To further this low mockery, we were sent a crate of beets in order to ‘fix’ our problems. Do allies typically insult each other so willingly and easily?

 

II – The government of Haelun’or entered an alliance with the humans of Oren, a vainglorious people known to meddle in elven affairs. What could necessitate this except for the prospect of war on the horizon? History has shown, time and time again, that the Silver State is often used as a means for the human imperialists to exert their influence in the elven world.

 

III – The government of Haelun’or sent demands to the people of Irrinor without consulting the Princedom of Fenn. As we are allies of both states, it is only sensible that briefing us of the coming matter would be imperative. Had the mali’thill cared to handle the situation with even an ounce of tact perhaps war on this scale could have been averted.

 

 

This is not a war of righteousness, as you claim it is, but rather one of extermination. It is clear that the end result for those that oppose you and your Orenian overlords is utter destruction and genocide. We will not stand by idly while our true friends are being massacred by your hands, nor will we be complicit in the slaughter that you shall perpetuate. For better or worse, we shall defend Irrinor in victory or defeat- I can not imagine a world in which it would be otherwise. Throughout their life, every individual encounters many different paths. Each one holds a future that we can never see, only hope to predict. Today, I choose the final path I have left- the one that leads to the end. What that end is I know not, but I pray that I will do myself and my people right until my last dying breath.

 

HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Aelthos of the Tundrak Bloodline, third of his name, Grand Prince of the Princedom of Fenn and Mali’Fenn, Patriarch of the Tundrak Bloodline, Protector of the Idhren’tirn, Hesin’fin, Commander of the Citadel of Acael, Protector of Tahu’lareh, the chosen of Wyrvun

 

Aldred of the Tundrak Bloodline, first of his name, Crown Prince of the Princedom of Fenn and Mali’Fenn

 

[The Night Owl 45]

A cloaked figure reads the missive and comments afterwards ”In time,  all will know, the tragic extent, of my peoples’ failings.” They’d drop the missive and proceed on their task

[Unwillingly 18096]

Eir’thall nods upon reading a copy of the paper, glancing towards the newly emblazoned Arvellon marks upon his arm. “I suppose such a declaration does put me at ease.” he mutters, rubbing it for a moment. 

[squakhawk 14038]

“I recall someone saying that somehow Fenn n’ Irrinor will play the victim to make the war they started seem the enemies fault –  I didn’t think they would do such so quickly.” Said the darkie, as she sharpened her now dulled blade. 

[Sygnus_ 202]

Aroiia Elena Drakon would recall her oath she took when she joined the Ivae’fenn so many years ago, as well as when she was promoted to the rank of Warden of the Ivae’fenn. Aroiia would then say upon preparing for the war to come, “I have made the vow to protect the Grand Prince and his heir, as well as to oppose anyone who intends to threaten the Princedom of Fenn. Regardless of the odds, I will fight along side the Grand Prince of Fenn, as long I draw breath.” 

[LaffenOutLoud 355]

Skylar Taliame’onn sat cross-legged upon the grassy surface within his tribes manor. Gentle-smelling incense wafted throughout the ritual area. He held a line woven from vines and thin roots, carefully weaving flowers from the sacred flower language, Tiva, into this. Larkspur, representing gentleness, and orange bud, used to call forth blessings. Once he finished such he twisted it into a circular shape upon the floor. He began to pour out water from a wooden bowl within the Tiva ring, representing the healing aspects of water and the calming aspects of a river. He prayed to the Springmother to bring tranquility and peace among all parties involved in this ordeal.

”Ahernal’ehya ito, Malii Malin’onn,” he spoke softly in conclusion, resting his right palm on his heart.

[Elite Snipes 3563]

Wargoth Korgahk'Gorkil would respond saying in blah "The snow elves have a reason for this war, so do orcs. Yet the high elves think that they are better than everyone and treat their allies like slaves. Let the humans and the high elves feel the blades of our brothers and sisters and hear the echoing roar of us. WAAAAAAGGGHHH".                                                                                         Aergon Drakon would chuckle "Let's see how good these high elves and valah are in battle, I bet 1 of our warriors equals 5 of theirs." 

[D3F4LT 1026]

goo'lak would WAAAAGH IN WAAAAGH!

[Archbishop 1784]

4 hours ago, Nectorist said:

his is not a war of righteousness, as you claim it is, but rather one of extermination. It is clear that the end result for those that oppose you and your Orenian overlords is utter destruction and genocide. We will not stand by idly while our true friends are being massacred by your hands, nor will we be complicit in the slaughter that you shall perpetuate.

“Hold on, you declared war on us, marched out of your city gates towards Haelun’or then promptly turned and ran back to your gates with your tail between your legs. After killing our ambassadors and marching upon our cities why do you continuously act as if you are victims, you started this war not us.” said Boniface.

[Eurielle 1189]

7 hours ago, DivuOem said:

A cloaked figure reads the missive and comments afterwards ”In time,  all will know, the tragic extent, of my peoples’ failings.” They’d drop the missive and proceed on their task

 

[Vermy 1484]

Sulraell is very confused by the whole conflict