ContestedSnow 778 Popular Post Share Posted August 23, 2023 (edited) UNDER GOD’S WATCHFUL EYES Issued by the DUCHY OF VIDAUS On the 16th day of Joma ag Umund of 491 E.S. SANGKRUV I RUTHER, An ever-present face of the Haeseni realm, Duke Aleksandr had served dutifully many years under the Crown and in the ruling of the familial holdings of Ruthern. A score of decades, more than a half-century, the Duchy of Vidaus lay under his stead-fast rule, until now, where it has come under my own rule, and his passing is hereby announced. There has always been a turbulent relationship between myself and my Father, with few kindnesses shared between the two of us, and this last night prior this adversarial connection came to a head. A verbal altercation between him and myself had come to blows, after he had struck me upon the head in a fury. Following this, I bore concern and fear that such actions would extend further danger to myself, or God Forbid, my children. In past years, he had not proven averse to harming my eldest daughter over lesser slights. And so, I acted in retaliation. In Defense of myself, I have slain him. If His Majesty the King so wishes to see me punished, I shall come before him in privacy and so face whatever I am bestowed. I shall as well present myself to the Church of Canon and repent my sins before them, and heed their council thereafter. I announce this before the realm, the Crown, and Godan, for I am no coward, and do not intend to swathe my actions in secrecy as a craven would. In conflict, one must be prepared to defend themself and their kin, and so I did. WITH GOD AS MY WITNESS. DRUZ GJERNZ AG GRYVNZ, His Excellency, Viktor var Ruthern, Lord Emissar of Hanseti-Ruska, Duke of Vidaus, Count of Metterden, Viscount of Greyspine, Baron of Rostig, Lord of Druzstra and Protector of the South Edited August 23, 2023 by ContestedSnow 39 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DahStalker 2858 Share Posted August 23, 2023 Elia Eryka dances, having formally beat Aleksandr to death. Thus winning. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marikandaperc 1166 Share Posted August 23, 2023 Ludmilla Silvia "the betrayer" felt strange sorrow 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wavey 1446 Share Posted August 23, 2023 The Viscount of Marsana, Gaius var Ruthern pens a letter from his home office to Viktor var Ruthern. To Viktor, Although your father and I may not agree on everything and our disputes lay in many claims and bloodlines, our respect for one another is one which I hold in good regard. Its saddening to see this current unfolding of events. I may not know the full details; however, patricide is a great sin in the eyes of the almighty; for children should strive their best to respect their parents. If the parents are in the wrong, there are other ways to correct them rather than resorting to bloodshed. It is such a shame to see such great sin now tainting the junior line. I pray that you are guided to the right path by the light of GODAN for this sinful act. You need it. Regards, His Excellency, Gaius var Ruthern, Viscount of Marsana, Amiratus of Balian, Chief Minister of the Duana and Lord Seneschal to the Crown 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
teeylin 999 Share Posted August 23, 2023 "Bastard finally kicked the bucket," commented a weary guardsman, who slid the page over the table to his wife. @tadabug2000 "He deserved it." 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oryP 972 Share Posted August 23, 2023 The Heir of Marsana glanced upon the letter, before casting it aside. "Y had a preference for his papej, shame he has passed on." Demetrius would sign the lorraine. "Though committing such an act jest distateful, Y feel some shame towards sharing blood with a kinslayer." The man spat on the dirt before continuing to his duties with the Balianese Armada. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tadabug2000 3506 Share Posted August 23, 2023 16 minutes ago, Nilyeet said: "Bastard finally kicked the bucket," commented a weary guardsman, who slid the page over the table to his wife. @tadabug2000 "He deserved it." A certain guardswoman took in the page her husband slid to her. "Ea'd feel bad agreeing, but ea can't help but think et, too." Her head shook at that. "Eam also neit surprised." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pureimp10 5179 Share Posted August 23, 2023 16 minutes ago, oryP said: The Heir of Marsana glanced upon the letter, before casting it aside. "Y had a preference for his papej, shame he has passed on." Demetrius would sign the lorraine. "Though committing such an act jest distateful, Y feel some shame towards sharing blood with a kinslayer." The man spat on the dirt before continuing to his duties with the Balianese Armada. Patriarch Josef looks at the long list of notable figures killed by members of House Ruthern since their inception, highlighting the ones that were Rutherns themselves. He puts away an almost entirely yellow paper. 21 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
critter 2470 Share Posted August 23, 2023 Fabian Kortrevich, who for most of his life despised his ducal uncle, raises a verdant glass of absinthe to the newly-ascended Viktor. "Good on vy, coz," he muses to no one who can hear him, and despite the unlikelihood such a sentiment would ever be given -- or received -- directly by the Duke of Vidaus. "-Though it is Godan's place and not mine to judge, of course - but good on vy." 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
teeylin 999 Share Posted August 23, 2023 Just now, Pureimp10 said: Patriarch Josef looks at the long list of notable figures killed by members of House Ruthern since their inception, highlighting the ones that were Rutherns themselves. He puts away an almost entirely yellow paper. Spoiler 😔 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phersades 1165 Share Posted August 23, 2023 Klara Miray clicked her tongue as she read through the admission. "I always remember hearing how the Duke and his late wife used to beat their children. I was not aware the violence was still so relevant now that his children were older." She'd glance to the stone dog at her side, the both of them sharing a knowing look "Do not look at me that way... It matters little now, he is dead! Someone had to do it. Viktor deserved much better than that....... He will find himself in the seven skies regardless." 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frostdrop1 876 Share Posted August 23, 2023 Ser Audo Weiss peered to the missive with jaded eyes, knowing, of course, the death of the prior duke was no accident. He knew Aleksandr to certainly be a terrible man with a taste for power and age only seemed to strengthen his boldness. "His end should have come all the sooner, by the koeng." He took a breath before giving his head a slight shake. As much as Viktor had proved more tolerable than most Rutherns, it could not be overlooked that at the top of one of their ducal vassals now sat a kinslayer and, arguably, a blatant murderer. As much as part of him was glad - and part sour - that Aleksandr was finally dead, this turn of events could surely not be overlooked. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Proddy 2247 Share Posted August 24, 2023 Spoiler Out upon a ship prowling distant seas, an Old Ruthern stirs as he crumples the missive of his kinsman within his hand. The towering brute arises from the chair of his quarters, hands grasping around a gargantuan steel warhammer set upright against the wall. A weapon he had no cause to use for some time, but dire actions required a drastic response. Even in his waning years, he bore no true love for his fallen brother. But he was still of his blood - they had shared in the womb together, and only blood could only be paid with blood. Glory or death... Kazimir mulls to himself , marching from his room to take command of his vessel. He will be avenged. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adstrom 547 Share Posted August 24, 2023 By the River Petra an IRON BARON recalls a child from long ago. Steel fingers pen a letter. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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