WRIT OF ABDICATION | 1919

[Beamon4 1690]

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14th of SUN’S SMILE, 1919 IST 

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WRIT OF ABDICATION

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TO THE DUCHY OF ADRIA

When I began my reign as Duke of Adria, I sought to restore the Lower Petra and the Heartlands that came with it, far removed from the downfall of the Kingdom of Oren, which lay in ruin. By the hands of the Adrians, we created for ourselves a thriving community in the Lower Petra situated around the city of Velec, a place that still remains vibrant to this day. By our hands we brought order to a lawless, desolate land that had seen neither lord nor leader wrestle it from the bandits and scourge that haunted it. By our hands, we won victory over the forces of Aaun, then again over the coalition when they marched on Velec.

 

With profound contemplation, born of deep reflection and unwavering consideration for the welfare and prosperity of our beloved Adria. I take a solemn step with utmost reverence for the time-honored customs and responsibilities that accompany my noble station. I have been incredibly honored and privileged to serve my subjects with unwavering devotion, guided by the principles of duty, integrity, and benevolence. Their steadfast loyalty and unwavering support of my fellow citizens and the nobility have been a source of profound inspiration and gratitude. I entrust the future of our illustrious Duchy to the capable hands of whoever my elected successor may be, who shall carry forward the legacy of our noble heritage with honor and grace. I assure my fellow citizens and the people of Adria that my commitment to the well-being and prosperity of our land shall endure, despite my abdication from the Ducal throne.

 

History will be the judge of my decisions, but as I pen my name to this document, I do it with pride in holding the same values I began with sixteen years ago. Therefore, when I rest tonight as Mister Heinrik Otto Sarkozic I will not regret what I see. 

 

Now, Having found victory through toil and sweat, then through battle, I seek it through peace and rest. Before I make leave of my offices and the power that they hold, however, I give my final decrees:

I) Reinolt von Draco is hereby named Knight Paramount of the Duchy of Adria as well as granted the  County of Maltes.

 

II) Suzana Otta Sarkozic is granted the County of Emalyne, encompassing St. Emalyne Castle and afforded a seat on the Duma through it.

 

III) The County of Varoche is hereby revoked through my prerogative, and the family Varoche is hereby barred from participation in the Duma.

IV) A Ducal Writ of Pardons is extended to all citizens of the Duchy of Adria, disregarding their affiliation in the Second Dukes’ War. This pardon does not cover: 

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The Lady Cressida Aldersberg

Former Vienne Artist Student, Adolphus von Shattenburg

Sanctimonious Derfey, Orator of the Twenty Seventh Canticle of Derfey

Mister Craven Moorehead 

Mister E. Normous Peter

 

 

IV) The electors for the Ducal Election are hereby named and confirmed:

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Valentin van Aert, the Duke of Blackvale @Vermy

Markus Marie Sarkozic, the County of Aldersberg @Nooblius

Suzanna Otta Sarkozic, the Countess of Emalyne @amyselia

Reinolt von Draco, Knight Paramount, the Count of Maltes @ItemVendor

Justinian Basrid, the Count of Susa @JoanOfArc

Jan Arpad Ivanovich, the Count of Vaska @Optimus420

Stefan Euler, Baron of Euler @Gaja

Emerentia Vilac, Lady of Vilac @milkyi

Erik Euler, Primate of Adria @Laeonathan
Manus de Ruyter @Capace

Vasili Valic @Noer

 

 

V) The Instrument of Abdication 

I, Heinrik I Otto var Nikolai Sarkozic, Duke of Adria, Count of Veletzia, Dowager of Aldersberg, and founder of Velec do declare my resolve to relinquish the mantle of my office and tender my abdication from all aforementioned titles. 

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  Mister, Heinrik Otto Sarkozic, Citizen of the Duchy of Adria

[Nectorist 12869]

Viktor looks upon his father's deeds proudly from a place above, even if he could not have lived to see them fulfilled. He awaits the day the two of them can be reunited.

[JoanOfArc 4604]

Justinian sighed, getting asked to partake in democracy once again. The thing he hated the most. Such is the irony for authoritarians. 

[Asutto 2452]

"The only Duke of Adria to have ever won. It was truly an honor to serve under him." Remarked a Greycloak Sergeant as she prepared for what comes next.

[Reckless Banzai Screamer 15456]

The Black Swordsman wonders what will happen to the occupied Iron River.

[CloudMagma 196]

Renata sheds a tear for the man that introduced him to Adria as well as the Greycloaks, and is honored that he was able to serve his motherland, and it's now former ruler, Heinrik.

[Demonica 678]

"A Duke who fought for freedom, and won." Nimueh bowed her head. "I am proud to have served under you, Lord Heinrik."

[PanicZealot 648]

The Greycloak gaurd saluted the Duke one last time "Heinrik gave me a home when I had none, for that I will forever be in service to him"

[ImmortalShadowZ 1306]

The Son of an Dorfer-Acrean would read the missive as he sits on Acrean hill watching the folk begin to repair his former land. "Well. These Adrians managed to remove another kingdom off my land so my ancestors can now finally rest properly. A good Duke, he was. Kind but fair." He would scratch the back of his head though at the thought that Gustaf's body, if truly dead, and those elves were never seen of again.

[Enlightenment 2295]

"The County of Varoche is a part of the crown lands... not this heathenous Duchy of Renatus-Adria."

[fetty bridgers 4492]

And with that the Azdrazi packed his belongings as him and his men hit the roads. They whistled a beautiful song as they journeyed to their next adventure!

[Xarkly 17299]

 

"VERILY, A PITY," Vanhart brooded as he stuck his fork into a chicken, and raised the carcass to his mouth for a bite. "IF I'LL NOT MEET HEINRIK ON THE BATTLEFIELD, IT SEEMS I MUST CHALLENGE HIM TO A DUEL PERSONALLY."

[crazedpudding 2512]

Josefina Barclay scoffs. "Da, of course, just abdicate and then niet tell half of the rightful electors whenever this new duma will be."

[amyselia 2962]

"Moy will see what becomes of home now, papej." Suzana lit her father's cigar from across the parlor window, the courtiers of Emalyne that pranced about to ready the forthcoming Dumapalooza becoming yet another inconvenience to the anarchy of her day,

"Henry said this jest all they needed to end their coalition - but y do niet believe him to be true. Y believe they would rather see moy in w grave. Y can only ask GODANI for his mercy."

[marikandaperc 1817]

"Heinrik abdicated..?" commented Ludmilla, reading the missive from what was now her home. "No... He can't. None is ready to step up..." she added, tearing the missive into pieces.