THE HAESENI SEASON

[Mady 3037]

 

THE HAESENI SEASON
Ve Lifstala
372 ES

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It is with this official missive that the Queen's Council announce the continuation of the Haeseni tradition, Lifstala. Otherwise known as the Season, its aim is to bring together the eligible young people of the city in an endless whirlwind of festivities and pleasures as well as providing an opportunity to enjoy oneself in the upcoming events. There is no minimum age limit to partake in the festivities, since the Season is geared towards making friends as well as potential matches. 
 
It shall prove to be a thrilling few months crammed full of galas, teas, balls, sporting events and of course, enough time for friendships and new-found alliances to forge among those attending. 
 
During the weeks following, men are encouraged to call by the houses of the ladies that they find they wish to know better. Leave a calling card inviting the lady of interest to a further activity: perhaps a stroll, a picnic, riding through the woods or luncheon. Something to stand out and woo the lady of their choice. It is the hope that, not too long after the Season, the Lifstala matches can bloom into friendships and unions. 

 

Now, for this second edition of our flourishing social season, marriages are blooming almost every month in Karosgrad. As the seasons warm, so it seems, do peoples’ hearts. And so, Lifstala is recommended for newly-wed couples, those engaged or those who are still searching the market. It is simply a festival celebrating love and union. Singles will still be presented at the beginning of the season, yet the activities are open to all who wish to partake.

 

 

 

A depiction of a day at Haeseni court. 
 

What follows is the itinerary for our second Lifstala of Haense.
 
THE PRESENTATION
The Lifstala will commence with the presentation of those participating during court. The name of each single counterpart and whomever accompanies them will be announced. The person accompanying will usually be the Patriarch or Matriarch of their house or a parent. They will stand and be presented to the royal family. 
 
The Koenas usually may choose to ask a few questions, remain silent or outwardly draw her favour onto a participant for the season. This is deemed to be high praise indeed. This year, Onlooking single men and women may keep a keen eye out for a lady or lad who may suit their fancy, as well as Matriarchs and Patriarchs who are looking to seek an alliance for this Season. 

 

(OOC: Tuesday 4th May 4pm EST)
 

ST JULIA’S COMPANIONS
An initial chance for all the participants to have some time getting to know one another in a more personal manner. In the palace gardens all those partaking in the Season will congregate at picnic blankets. It is encouraged that the youths speak privately or in small groups of threes, with the aim to chat and get to know one another on a more personal basis. 
 
Be sure to keep rotating to exchange words with everyone present. Pairs will be encouraged to go on short walks around the gardens, arm in arm, or to remain seated under the shade of the pavilion. Guardians, do not fear, for there will be chaperones to guide the event. 
 
This event is a chance to better know the other where it is acknowledged that most at the event are looking for potential matches to court. It is crucial, being at the beginning of the Season, to converse with as many as possible to broaden your choices for a most wonderfully suited match. Of course, this event is open to those already married or engaged to spend time with their match, arranged or not, and relax.

 

(OOC: Wednesday 5th May 2pm EST)

LADIES’ TEA & MEN’S HUNT
Should the spring weather permit it, courtiers and participants of the Season are encouraged to come together and venture out into the wilderness for a nice day of fresh air. The men are encouraged to take to the forests with the Master of Hunt and give the local boars their best shot. While the men play, the ladies of the Season are welcomed to a tea or picnic to share their thoughts, play games or make a girdle belt for themselves. 

 

Once the men return with their wild prizes, the group is welcomed to converse and mingle fully together. It is old Haeseni tradition to offer the female counterpart the pelt of the slain animal, or a man’s fur cloak. Couples are encouraged to wander off in close proximity to the picnic, in order to share a few moments alone to acquaint themselves with one another. 

 

(OOC: Thursday 6th May 4pm EST)

FURTHER ACTIVITIES
Activities like Haeseni Chess are encouraged although not scheduled. It is a healthy way of competing with fellow participants and members of the court while showing intellect and skill. As mentioned before, activities between couples such as riding, promenading and picnicking are all dobry.
 
If an esteemed family should like to host their own luncheon, ball or hunt during the weeks of the Season it is very much encouraged.

 
A CELEBRATION AT OTISTADT
Like most fun, things must come to an end, but that does not mean it must end in any small way. The County of Otistadt has graciously offered to open their esteemed doors and host a most grand celebration to mark for the ending of the Season. 

 

Dancing, feasting and many forms of entertainment will be provided by the hosts as participants of the season and courtiers gather together for a night of merriment and revelry. Those who attend will have their final chance to work towards a match best suited for themselves or their house. 

 

(OOC: Saturday 8th May 4pm EST)

 
POST-SEASON PROPOSALS
The Patriarchs and Matriarchs of the ladies might receive proposals from men asking for permission to court, or, to marry. This is best done by the end of the Season or in the weeks following since a lady might have multiple suitors to answer. Be swift to ask to allow the lady more time to think.  

 

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AN ADDED NOTE TO THE ORGANISER
The Haeseni Lifstala is versatile when it comes to the range of events per Season. Seasons can include entertainment in the form of a play, dancing performance or orchestra, perhaps. Additionally, different sporting events are widely popular. The itinerary for each Lifstala is up to the organiser, allowing for freedom and fun whilst arranging the upcoming weeks. However each year there are aspects which remain the same: the official Presentation to court and the celebration marking the end of the festivities. 

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SIGNED,

Her Ladyship, Rosalind Amador de Astrea, Grand Lady of Hanseti-Ruska

 

Her Ladyship, Annika A. Vyronov, Event Collaborator of Hanseti-Ruska

 

 

 

  

[Juli 1340]

As news of the upcoming Lifstala reached the Margrave of Greyspine, Tatiana ravaged through her closets with haste, "Papej! I need a new gown!"

[EmiliainWonderland 1526]

Agnes thought she had escaped this madness, yet it seemed to follow her wherever she went.

[garentoft 8353]

11 minutes ago, Mady said:

And so, Lifstala is recommended for newly-wed couples, those engaged or those who are still searching the market.

"****!" exclaims Harren, having hoped that he would have avoided participating in the Lifstala by proposing at a campaign rally, before going to kick over one of the "VOTE ADALIA DE ASTREA FOR ALDERWOMAN" signs in front of Greyspine, though, fearing retribution from the woman who was now his fiancée, quickly put it back upright.

[erictafoya 2308]

Igor Kort plans to attend the Lifstala to avoid political controversy...

[Disheartened 749]

"Very familiar..." utters an irrelevant elder Haeseni woman. "Suppose where there's a lack of culture, you steal someone else's."

[grnappa 1230]

16 hours ago, Mady said:

the continuation of the Haeseni tradition, Lifstala.

Erik Berhal, Huscarl of the Brotherhood of the Golden Crow frowns from the seven skies as he went back to his house to scramble his eggs.

"I do nie think we ever celebrated this... but hey! At least they're doing something original! Right?" He'd chuckle, waltzing his way over to "The Animal's" house with a satchel of oats. @Gridlock

Edited April 29, 2021 by grnappa

[Juli 1340]

49 minutes ago, Disheartened said:

"Very familiar..." utters an irrelevant elder Haeseni woman. "Suppose where there's a lack of culture, you steal someone else's."

 
"The first Lifstala was held in 1807 while Oren held their social season in 1810. Seems vy are accusing the wrong side of unoriginality." The other Tatiana simply commented. 

[Mio 3771]

33 minutes ago, Disheartened said:

"Very familiar..." utters an irrelevant elder Haeseni woman. "Suppose where there's a lack of culture, you steal someone else's."

Otto August begins to examine the first issues of the Haeseni Lifstala and the Orenian Social Season after hearing Tatiana's comment, nodding his head slowly in surprise as he realizes which one was issued first... 

 

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