A Warning of Tremors

[Duchy of Valwyck 118]

 

 

Issued by the

DUCHY OF VALWYCK

On the 10th day of Msitza ag Dargund of 457 E.S.

 

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TO THE PEOPLE OF THE MOUNTAINS AND THE LAKES,

 

It is with regret that we inform you of a premonition that has come to our Lady, Duchess Roslin Annastas Baruch, within this last Saint’s Night. In her dream she was visited by her deceased great grandfather, Eirik Baruch. He warned that the shifting of the very earth shall cause the rubble of Crestwatch to tumble down the hills, resulting in the destruction of our beloved Lallybroch. The late Lord did note that the Ducal seat of Lichestadt would remain unscathed. Her Grace thus decrees that all villagers and serfs be evacuated immediately, and take refuge in the tents beyond the castle walls.

 

The Council understands that this may cause much stress and inconvenience, but do implore the good people of Valwyck to trust in their Duchess’s vision. It would seem to hold weight, and Her Grace believes the earthquake felt during the coronation of the King to be confirmation from God that her dreams are to come true. The Council shall do all possible to ensure the safety and well-being of their subjects, and implore that all remain patient and cooperative in this difficult time.

 

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BY MOUNTAIN, RIVER, AND COAL,

 

His Excellency, Otto Malcolm Gant, Deputy Palatine of Hanseti-Ruska, Lord Regent of Valwyck, Baron of Gant 

 

Her Grace, Roslin Annastas Baruch, Duchess of Valwyck, Countess of Ayr, Viscountess of Voron, Baroness of Laval and Riveryn, Lady of Jorenstadt, Guardian of the Hanseti Coast

 

Her Ladyship, Franziska Ivanna Baruch, Duchess-Mother of Valwyck

 

[Herod 802]

Raudraik, local Lallybroch native and speedy courier to the duchy chuckles. “Ah’m in danger.” He said to himself as he packed his things for a long journey before it dawned on him the mortal danger his family were in.