VE LIFSTALA: The Fourth Haeseni Season

[The Esrova Court 1477]

 

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VE LIFSTALA: ROGWY IV SKAZKA

THE HAESENI SOCIAL SEASON

 

 

UKEN VE KRAWN I ROZZ

 

Issued by the

QUEEN’S COUNCIL

On the 19th day of Wzuvar and Byvca of 416 E.S

 

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As this newest of generations comes of age, the Queen’s Council hereby declares that the much anticipated Lifstala commence. As such, it is expected that all partaking adhere to the recently penned manuscripts regarding Haeseni etiquette and customs. This season differentiates from the others in both scale and choice of theme, being “Walk in the Fairytale.” Subsequent events will follow a similar storybook theme. 

 

Thus embodies the journey of love, honour, and adventure many of the Haeseni youth will soon embark on. All with the aim to achieve the glittering hope of their own happily ever after. The courtship events in question are age-exclusive, restricted to those participating in Lifstala, but many of the events are open to the wider cross-section of society.

 

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The lists of those debuting which follow are subject to change:

 

LIST OF ELIGIBLE DEBUTANTES

 

ROYAL DEBUTANTES

 

HRH Klara Elizaveta of the Royal House of Barbanov-Bihar 

HH Elizaveta Ulyana of the Royal House of Barbanov-Bihar

HH Renata Adelina of the Royal House of Ashford de Savoie

HH Carolina Milena of the Royal House of Joannes 

 

MAINLINE NOBILITY

 

HL Sibylla Erica of the Ducal House of Barclay

HL Aloisa Liesel of the Ducal House of Barclay

HL Isabel Alexandra of the Ducal House of Baruch

HL Saoirse Aila of the Ducal House of Baruch

HL Margrait Floireans of the Ducal House of Baruch

HL Viktoriya Franziska of the Ducal House of Ruthern

HL Dorothea Isabel of the Ducal House of Ruthern

HH Louise Marguerite of the Ducal House of Drusco de Savoie

HH Verene Anastasie of the Ducal House of Drusco de Savoie

HL Liana Emelda of Ducal House of de Astrea

HL Adele Emma of the Comital House of Ludovar 

HL Sorina Lorelei of the Baronial House of Luceafăru

HL Amadea Ulyssa of the Baronial House of Carrington-d’Arkent

 

NON-MAINLINE NOBILITY

 

HL Erika Renata of the Ducal House of Barclay

HL Lotte Wilhelmina of the Ducal House of Barclay

HL Fenika Caitlin of the Ducal House of Baruch 

HL Cairstine Carmen of the Ducal House of Baruch 

HL Fenika Valeriya of the Ducal House of Ruthern

HL Zoya Ivanna of the Ducal House of Ruthern

HL Laura Delilah of the Viscomital House of Kortrevich

HL Persephae Erika of the Viscomital House of Kortrevich

HL Simone Teodora of the Viscomital House of Kortrevich 

HL Franziska Ipera of the Viscomital House of Kortrevich 

HL Nina Svetlana of the Baronial House of Morovar

 

COMMONER HOUSES

 

Miss Agniezka of House Petrova

Miss Elenore of House Decaden

Miss Charelle of House Bishop

Miss Amiyah of House Rutledge

Miss Catlaya of House Colborn

 

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LIST OF ELIGIBLE SUITORS

 

ROYAL SUITORS

 

HSH Karl Sigmar of the Royal House of Barbanov-Bihar 

HRH Sergei Aleksandr of the Royal House of Barbanov-Bihar 

HRH Josef Frederik of the Royal House of Barbanov-Bihar 

HH Matyas Isaak of the Royal House of Barbanov-Bihar 

HSH Lucien Auréle of the Royal House of Ashford de Savoie

 

MAINLINE NOBILITY

 

HL Konstanz Wilheim of the Ducal House of Barclay

HL Eugen Heinrik of the Ducal House of Barclay

HL Mikhail Tuvya of the Ducal House of Ruthern

HL Nikolai Vladislav of the Comital House of Othaman

HL Leopold Sigmar of the Baronial House of Morovar

HL Markus Nikolai of the Baronial House of Morovar

HL Viorel Codrin of the Baronial House of Luceafăru

HL Laurent Frederick of the Baronial House of Sarkozy

 

NON-MAINLINE NOBILITY

 

HL Matyas Joren of the Ducal House of Baruch

HL Leopold Otto of the Ducal House of Baruch

HL Maric Aleksandr of the Ducal House of Ruthern

HL Pyotr Joren of the Comital House of Ludovar 

HL John Aurelian of the Comital House of Huntshill

HL Borris Iver of the Viscomital House of Kortrevich 

HL Demitriyus Baswara of the Viscomital House of Kortrevich

HL Nikolai Vladislav of the Viscomital House of Othaman

HL Jakob Dimitrey of the Baronial House of Morovar

HL Aleksandris Piter of the Baronial House of Morovar

HL Anton of the Baronial House of Draskovic

 

COMMONER HOUSES

 

Mister Grigori of House Vyronov

Mister Lukas of House Vyronov

Mister Yves of House Carrion

Mister Barley of House Wick

Mister Zoran of House Kutznetsov

Mister Juliyus of House Colborn

 

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What follows is the itinerary for our fourth Lifstala of Haense, which individuals are encouraged to host their own affairs outside of such if desired:

 

PRE-SEASON PREPARATION

 

ETIQUETTE LESSONS

 

Those that are to participate in the season should be overjoyed to hear that the court tutors and governesses will be offering lessons for all within Hanseti-Ruska, and our esteemed visitors. A variety of topics will be discussed, primarily of dance and dining etiquettes, as well as a run through of introductory statements and positions in the presentations.

 

“ONCE UPON A TIME” MASQUERADE

 

A masked evening to shed your own skin, in favour of layers of silk and pearl. The Nikirala ballroom will be transformed into a hazy candlelit dance, where every man and woman shall have their identities hidden throughout the night, masquerading as who they please. The Queen’s Council will delegate an array of servants to assign those in attendance pseudonyms and noble status at the door. For a single night, a lady might just swindle a Prince, but it is only at the end where identities might reveal themselves.

 

(OOC: Saturday, 26th March, 5pm EST)

 

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OFFICIAL SCHEDULE OF LIFSTALA

 

THE PRESENTATION

 

In accordance with tradition, the presentation of the debuting men and women of Lifstala will mark the official commencement of the Season. Each participant will have an opportunity to be called forth before the royal dais, accompanied by an escort. A crowd will gather in the throne room alongside prospective suitors, gauging both their competition and potential matches. Escorts, be they a patriarch, brother, or father, are advised to be in attendance with their relative once called upon before the Crown. 

 

A series of questions or comments are to be expected from the Queen and her Grand Lady, to tease out each participant’s character and history. Should Her Majesty draw her favour upon a particular man or woman, they shall be named the Ruskan Rose, a most eligible debutante. 

 

(OOC: Sunday, 27th March, 5pm EST)

 

FEATS OF STRENGTH

 

Men of this social season should expect to have a presentation more suited to their taste than in previous years, given the opportunity to display their prowess and establish themselves in the running. Within two Saint’s Days of the presentation, the men shall be called forth individually by the Queen and her Grand Lady within the Trelka hippodrome. A question shall be presented to them; is their strength that of the blade, horse, dexterity, or intellect? 

 

A task, in show of the source of their strength, and an overall winner proclaimed. He shall be awarded a blooming rose from the Nikirala gardens to publicly dedicate his victory to a lady of his choice, bestowing the rose upon her. 

 

(OOC: Tuesday, 29th March, 5pm EST)

 

HOUSE CALLS

 

Prior to the competitions of the season, those lords and ladies who wish to entertain prospective suitors may host house calls to do so. They are to do this soon after the presentations come to an end to assure the best possible matches. These house calls shall take place in the respective noble apartments of the Nikirala Prikaz, where each suitor is invited to know upon the door of the lord or lady they seek to court. Boxes for gifts shall be provided by Her Majesty’s council. Should one of the gentry or even the peasantry seek to partake, they are invited to make use of either a household within Karosgrad or the Nikirala ward apartments. Those who attend a house call and prove a promising match may find themselves paired in future coupling events throughout the Lifstala.

 

(OOC: Thursday, 31st March, all day)

 

IF THE ARROW STRIKES TRUE

 

As house calls continue, all participants and non-participants are welcomed to Reinmar for an archery competition on the Duchy’s vast grounds. Men and women shall compete for the prize, attempting to hit a bullseye; a rather apt metaphor for this season.

 

(OOC: Thursday, 31st March, 3.30pm EST)

 

ST JULIA’S COMPANIONS

 

Should the prospect of a house call prove too intimidating for some, fret not. In the gardens outside of the Nikirala, all those partaking in the season shall have an opportunity to introduce themselves in a more casual, yet personal manner. Small groups are to congregate around the maze and gazebo, with each of said groups ideally numbering three or four members. As this event occurs early in the Lifstala, it is important to build connections in order to avoid the bitterness that rivalry often entails. 

 

The members of each group shall be rotated in order for each individual to have a fair chance of speaking to one another. To spend the entirety of this event entertaining only one individual would be seen as extremely improper, unless said couple has been previously engaged. Under the watchful eyes of our chaperones, pairs who have felt a strong connection or have been matched through the compatibility quiz are encouraged to promenade the grounds. There will be many market stalls and activities for them to partake in, though should they wish to, they may simply lounge about the gardens. Those who are engaged may find this time useful to spend with their match that they might learn about one another.

 

(OOC: Friday, 1st April, 6pm EST)

 

A WOLDZKYEV FOREST

 

As the first born daughter of the Baron and Baroness of Richtenburg, the debutante of lady Sorina Luceafăru will take place during Lifstala, expected to be a highly extravagant affair. As an ode to her heritage, Lady Sorina has chosen the theme of her debutante to relate to that of the Woldskyevan myths and folktales. Those in attendance will be required to come wearing a costume that relates to the theme and at some point during the evening, a winner with the best will be announced and given the title of Domn or Doamna of the Woldskyev Forest. This party will be invite only so all those wishing to attend must seek out Lady Sorina to receive their invitation card which will be required for entry. 

 

(OOC: Saturday, 2nd April, 5pm EST)

 

A NIGHT OF PORTRAITS

 

A night dedicated to the arts shall be held during the season to serve as a casual and intimate atmosphere for those partaking. Each shall be paired with another with whom they are to capture one another’s likeness, engaging in conversation, while walking away with multiple portraits in hand. Depending on the time and the number of participants, several rounds will be held and partners rotated with each.

 

(OOC: Monday, 4th April, 4.30pm EST)

 

THE DEBUT OF AN HEIRESS “UNDER THE SEA”

 

The heir and first-born daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Valwyck, Isabel Alexandra Baruch, is to debut this season in an oceanic, grandiose event. Paying homage to her sea-faring ancestors, the Lady’s keep is to be bedecked with the most extravagant aquariums. It is rumoured that the Princess Anastasya may even make an appearance in an especially lavish ocean-esque costume herself, most certainly coinciding with the oceanic theme. For others who wish to attend, Lady Isabel humbly requests for all to dress in shades of blue to commemorate her love for the ocean. This event is sure to be a highlight of the season for certain, filled with dancing, drinking, fish-admiring, and much more. 

 

(OOC: Tuesday, 5th April, 5.30pm EST)

 

A LOVER’S CHASE

 

As night falls, those partaking in the Lifstala are invited to a game of the House and Hare; a chase through the Nikirala gardens and the woods surrounding Karosgrad. The ladies are to arrange themselves into a line, and on the sounding of the horn they shall race throughout the grounds as our hares. The men will remain behind until the second sounding of the horn, when they are to give chase to the hare they desire. Should a hound catch a hare, she may offer her favour for a stroll about the gardens. Should she refuse his advances, the hound shall go back to the chase until he finds a hare who finds him more pleasing.

 

(OOC: Thursday, 7th April, 5pm EST)

 

LORD’S SOCIETY & LADIES’ SLEEPOVER

 

While the Queen’s Council endeavours to avoid creating bad blood between competing suitors, it is inevitable that it shall eventually arise. Knowing this, both the lords and ladies will be separated for a night in order to rebuild their relationships with those of the same sex, to allow a moment of rest amidst the flurried activity of Lifstala. Ladies shall remain in the rose wing of the Nikirala, to feast, drink and play games. The men shall move to a location which will be later disclosed by the Lord Palatine, who will lead the men's society through a raucous evening's entertainment. 

 

(OOC: Friday, 8th April, 4pm EST)

 

COURT OF THE COLD RIVER

 

Later in the evening, once both parties reconcile and attempt to repair relationships, a mock court will assemble. Held by the children of Haense, it will allow them to air their grievances and settle disputes that have since remained unresolved or unspoken.

 

(OOC: Friday, 8th April, 6pm EST)

 

“HAPPILY EVER AFTER” BALL

 

To commemorate a fine end to this season’s regaling and festivities, all of His Majesty’s subjects are invited to the Nikirala Prikaz. The lords and ladies of the season are to dress in their finest attire, as their night shall culminate in dance with their suitor of choice. As the clocks strike midnight, and the night draws to a close, golden lanterns will be released over the city, to rise into the sky, casting our Kingdom in its golden glow.

 

(OOC: Saturday, 9th April, 5pm EST)

 

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IV JOVEO MAAN

Her Royal Majesty, Emma Karenina Barbanov-Bihar, Queen of Hanseti-Ruska

 

Her Princely Grace, Georgina Sofiya Barclay, Grand Lady of Hanseti-Ruska, Princess-Consort of Sutica, Duchess-Consort of Reinmar

 

 

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Edited April 4, 2022 by The Nikirala Court

[esotericas 1556]

Cecilya Angelika Ludovar cries about being too young for most of the events.

[shay 2200]

"OH MY GOD - LOOK"  Amadea screamed out from her apartment within the Carrington Estate - the girl soon thereafter realizing she was announcing the event to thin air, quickly moved off to show Laurent @Timer

[sarahbarah 5021]

Isabel Baruch grins, quickly getting to work on penning many invitations to her debut party…

[Timer 1426]

7 minutes ago, shay said:

"OH MY GOD - LOOK"  Amadea screamed out from her apartment within the Carrington Estate - the girl soon thereafter realizing she was announcing the event to thin air, quickly moved off to show Laurent @Timer

 

Laurent smiled as his eyes fell upon the issue "I see, I see!" He announced back, loudly to Amadea (@shay)

[CopOwl 1668]

Adele Emma Ludovar breathes a bright squeal, before quietening down, in conjunction with her twin sister, as the two have been looking forward to Lifstala for so many years!!

[zuziee 3221]

Prinzenas Maya snickers - setting her bets about who will end up with who!

[critter 2469]

Persephae Erika de Astrea, blotting an invitation free of water where she had promptly spilt it and knocking her longsword into her dearest twin @rat deltaDimitri in the process, reviewed it with a look of vague wariness.

 

"-If ea go, vy go. Ai?"