To Refine Silver: Malin's Offer

[Minuvas 3193]

To Refine Silver: Malin’s Offer 

 

“[...]I seek only to better my people[...]”  

-Larihei, Speaking to Malin

 

sirame ito kae'leh, nae oroment, llir'Malinor. elCihi’Thilln, once stood as a veritable gem in the realm of Elfdom - a pinnacle achievement of the Mali’Aheral , highlighting the best qualities of the Malin’onn when they put their Father’s talents to their finest. Today this gem is tarnished in the blood of its own people, with no end near in sight. 

 

Recently, we had written to all of Malin’s realm to rejoice in the hope of a peaceful future for Elfkind - but we are reminded, so quickly, how often we mali err when we forget our Father's way. We recall the first great schism of the Aheral, and arguably the second great schism of all Mali kind,  ignited between Lomal and Larihei - in fierce contest over the very philosophical vision of the Mali'thill. A contest that involved schemes, the arcane, and deception of the highest order. We should not be surprised by the means of which the Silver City makes its Sovereigns; and we should not judge them for it - cunning, deception and intelligence have always been attributes of Malin’s children - Larihei’s flock especially. Larihei herself was given laurels many times over from our Father for these attributes - this is not meant as an insult, for such alacrity served Elfdom well in its war against Ibleese - and in the governing of Malin’s realm during our near millennia of peace under his Kingship.

The Sohaer Braxus had been universally condemned for his cruelty, and he was unceremoniously attacked for his accused crimes. At the onset of the war of ‘Silver and Snow’ the allies of Princess Ivarielle had shown restraint, and limited their violence to those who had merited it during war. Yet in victory, there has been an abundance of indiscriminate violence and little mercy. Kinslaying, as aheral butchers aheral in the streets. The legacy of Haelun’or is certainly one that has lacked humility,  for this they have paid a price many times over. As the saneyir for all of Malin’s Children, I shall be a voice that says it is time for this era of suffering to end. For I speak with concern for no one Elven creed or nation, but all of Malin’s realm and those within it.

Let me speak truth to power. The Silver Princedom does not command the will of the people of which it claims to lead. The Republic of Haelun’or does not have the military strength to press its own claims. This division of martial strength and the consent of the governed has resulted in kinslaying in the most extreme. These are not accusations; they are truths.

I offer the Republic and the Princedom to meet in the neutral realm of Ebonwood, and offer to arbitrate this dispute to an agreeable outcome to both parties. To send a delegation representing your leaders, your safety in our walls shall be guaranteed by the Ebonwood. We have no doubts that both sides can agree there is no more a neutral force in all of Elfdom than Ebonwood in this conflict, sharing in fellowship with Mali who claim either government as their own.

 

 We appeal for a cessation of hostilities between the Republicans and the Monarchists during these negotiations, should both sides agree.

Accept this offer, Malin’s children, blessed flock of Larihei - and let us bring the realm of Elves to a new era.

Further, we shall accept all political refugees of this conflict in the Ebonwood. However, any such refugees must take up an oath of political neutrality - promising to absolve themselves of the current conflict within Haelun’or.

 

Reverence - Community-Humility-Temperance-Industry 

“We know no king but Malin, Malin is our only king.”

 

Signed,

HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, MINUVAS ‘ELVERHILIN’ MELPHESTAUS, saneyir OF THE MALIN’ONN, PRINCEPS OF THE EBONWOOD, WARDEN OF THE PALE OF ALDEMAR

 

[Buffsanta 961]

Lord Hieran strokes his chin upon reading it - having visit the state frequently in recent time.  

"The place is a mess yes. But its easier to break a nation than build one. We shall see."

[satin 7600]

Remon squints. Who is that ugly weirdo they stick on the front of every missive?

[TaytoTot 1587]

“Finally, our people can get peace. Unless somehow this gets ruined…”

[Venomous_Pup 2978]

Laerdya was in the middle of having this missive read to her by Guide, though the tired woman merely fell asleep after assisting dealing with the insurgents of Haelun'or for months on end. Though interesting, something was already afoot.

[TheHeftyDonut 706]

An Athri'onn woman read over the missive lifting a brow slightly. "I find no reason for Ebonwood to become involved. . . If the Silver State is to fall because of the civil conflict it holds. Allow it to do just that." The 'aheral paused then, a harsh sigh escaping her. "But if you must Dear Minuvas, I wish you the best of luck." She then chuckled shaking her head as she carried the missive, moving off through the gardens of the Imperial Palace.

[Kiiwi 1440]

“Minuvas you are too good for this world” Ayliana said softly as she read the missive “Though Im not too sure many will take you up on this offer..” The woman set the missive down before looking over to a certain ‘ame Prince of Ebonwood with a sad smile. 

[SteppeNomad 1624]

"I not only will push forward the will of the blessed peoples, but to those tarnished, enslaved by masters, I will be greatly critical. The Ebonwoodites bring fine offers of neutralities, and as such, promote fairness. Shall the realm be lost in fog and mist, it is still Haelun'or who beckons. Unenslaved by false monarchs. No Kings! No Princes! No Tyrants! Ay'Larihei, Ay'Republic!" A bright brazen high elf patriot flicks the strings on his 'Aheral Kithara, and he knows it true that none accept the unjust spilling of the sacred blood "May The Tarnished know their deeds, and long will they weep"

[TwistedFries 550]

A particular traveling Druid would have came across the missive, his eyes examining the words written upon the paper. After a moment, the Druid would say something to himself, "Time and time again I have seen the Silver State rise and fall because of problems created by themselves… I just wonder, will Minuvas be able to help the Mali of Haelun’or and bring this conflict to an end? I don’t even care who reigns, I just want there to be some peace in the realm" At that, the Druid fell quiet once more as he crumbled up the missive. He’d then continue on his way.