THE LADY OF HANSETI-RUSKA COMPETITION

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THE LADY OF HANSETI-RUSKA

The competition of a lifetime

 

 

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“With lustrous hair like shining pearl

And a smile upon her sculpted lips

She passes a comb through flowing curls

And to my lute she sways her hips

 

We watch the sun go down at night 

The last rays upon her perfect face

Yet the beauty of the final light 

Is nothing to her perfect grace 

 

In her hand she takes my chin

Oh in her presence, there is naught amiss!

I feel the softness of her skin

As she blesses with me her lover's kiss”

 

By Aleksey the Younger 

~~~

 

The Lady of Hanseti-Ruska. Records of poems and scripture in our archives detail such a woman - how beauty, respect, charisma, and steadfastness all play a part in moulding such a dobry figure. These pieces have existed for generations, prizing such values in Haeseni women. In the Naumariav language, the title is written: “Ledi Haense”. She is someone to be loved by her Kingdom, and by all who meet her. Someone to uphold our values and traditions, embodying the very meaning of being Haeseni above all else.

 

Within the ballroom of the Nikirala Palace, a grand competition will commence. Girls will begin vying for the esteemed title of Lady Haense - the one voted the most beautiful, most talented, and most charismatic girl in all of our Kingdom will acquire such a title. Any woman can take part regardless of age or status for we must search the lands for our perfect Lady. 

 

As for prizes: the winner, naturally, wins the most sought-after title of the Lady Haense. Alongside a silver circlet headpiece which will be passed down through future successors, and becoming Queen for the Day. This honour entails dressing in Queen Annika’s dresses, taking on her duties as a monarch, and being addressed in all the royal titles and so on. Quite the fun day to boss people about! There will be two runner up titles, with those contestants winning a sash and a brooch commemorating their victory. 

 

There will be three judges for this competition, soon to be announced.

The competition will contain three rounds.

 

I. The Haeseni Round

Each contestant must try to wear aspects of traditional Haeseni dress, donning their house colours if they wish to. They will stride forward up the throne room, under the critical eye of Her Majesty. With this being the introduction round each person must make a small speech containing such introductions: perhaps a hobby, certain dispositions they possess, or something that illustrates why they, above all others, are deserving of the title of Miss Haense.

 

Tuesday, 5pm EST @ Throne Room

 

II. The Ruskan Round

This round will take place in the Karosgrad Academy Theatre, whereby each contestant will don a traditional Ruskan look, or have certain Ruskan elements to their attire, and perform their talent onstage. The judges will be watching, and rating such, making notes of how each contestant performs and behaves. So girls, prepare a talent to showcase to the Kingdom!

 

Thursday, 5pm EST @ Karosgrad Theatre

 

III. A Showstopping Finale

The final round of the competition returns in the square of Karosgrad, where, under the eyes of the public, each contestant will don their most extravagant ball gown - one they are proud of, to dazzle the watching audience. Aptly named the showstopper, do not feel you have to hold back. Here, in this final round, each contestant will be asked a question or two: regarding Haense, perhaps, or a random topic to express your opinion upon. Time to think on your feet, and look fabulous while doing so! 

 

At the end of this round, the judges will turn to the audience, asking for their opinion - here is an opportunity to voice your favourite contenders for the position! 

 

Saturday, 7pm EST @ The Square

 

Spoiler

 

some haeseni and ruskan ideas for you!!

https://www.pinterest.ca/shelbymaevis/haeseni-court-fashion-inspiration/

 

 

 

 

 

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Signed, 

Her Royal Majesty, Annika of Astfield, Queen-Consort of Hanseti-Ruska

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

 

Pen your applications to become the Lady of Hanseti-Ruska below.

(Even if you forget, you can still take part. This is just for an idea of numbers!)

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[ncarr 2235]

Therasia Kortrevich reads the missive with wide eyes.

[crazedpudding 2120]

Eleanora Baruch reads the notice before shrugging and penning in an application. "It wouldn't hurt to participate! Ah think it would be fun!"

 

IGN: crazedpudding

CHARACTER NAME: Eleanora Helaine Baruch

[GMRO 5251]

Nikolas glanced about to an old dress of his uncle's. "Perhaps Uncle Franz will get to live out his dreams once more."

[Buck 310]

Buck can't read, but likes signing his name of stuff anyways

 

IGN: SemiColin

CHARACTER NAME: Buck Dirtgrub

[latte 1310]

Ign: Lattewasupxxx

Character name: Margaret Amador

[hippo 624]

Frederik Baruch is down bad, and plans to attend.

[Althea_ 331]

Tavisha Barrow grew tired of avoiding and evading the plethora of missives talking about the contest, as if they haunted her all over the place; she skid into a halt to read one proper, deciding to sign up for it. "No harm in giving this a try."

 

Ign: Drasanee

Character name: Tavisha Barrow

[Franczhiz 4053]

The Jester would look upon the missive, laughing and jesting as usual "Losers will become nuns!"

[GoodGuyMatt 7062]

Erich goes to steal one of Isolde's dresses, making his way to go shave and put on a wig soon after @Vic

 

Spoiler

 

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Ign: Reinmaren

Character name: Erich[a] Barclay

[Juli 1340]

Tatiana is ready to kick off her hot girl summer at the Lady Haense competition!

 

Ign: 101juliana101

Character name:  Tatiana vas Ruthern

[Leyrin 236]

[!] Upon hearing about the event Evalina took great interest in participating. Perhaps this would help her blend into court! Even if it all went horribly wrong, at least she'll have taken part!

 

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Ign: Leyrin

Character name: Evalina Amador

[UnBaed 8945]

Alexandria puts her dentures in.

[Fionn__TWG 2616]

Fionn Castaway looks at the sign up sheet with sweat dripping from his forehead in the middle of this intense game of poker. The stakes were high...

[JuztLizzy 360]

Iris Prisgoth smiles at the flyer and lightly signs her name "This should be fun" 

 

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Ign: Exolaltyl0305

Character name: Iris Prisgoth