The 1st Royal Court of Amathine

[Juno. 1304]

THE 1ST ROYAL COURT OF AMATHINE

On the 2nd of the Deep Cold, Year 153 of the Second Age

 

[Sigil by JJosey]

On this day, the Crown of Amathine called its 1st Royal Court upon the land of Aevos to discuss many pressing topics. The agenda is as follows:

 

      I. The Oathing of the Princess-Heir of Amathine

    II. The Dangers at Sea

  III. The Attack of Necromantic Cultists

  IV. The Order of the Crimson Stag

    V. A Vision of Horrors

 

I. The Crown of Elvendom is pleased to announce that they have officially designated their Princess-Heir: Vallei Sylvaeri. The decision was made after extensive deliberation, over an extended period of time. The Crown kindly asks that you all extend your warmest welcome to her, as she has taken her oath and now stands as a voice of the Crown.

 

II. The Crown is sure many of you have noticed the imposing sight of the grand vessel with its billowing cerulean sails, currently moored not too far from our picturesque shores. A few elven days ago, a delegation visited the vessel and had an audience with the ship's captain. During the meeting, it became evident that the crew of the vessel is in dire need of assistance. They face a formidable adversary that haunts the waters, preventing many from sailing without the certainty of return. Supposedly, the  crew is afflicted by a curse that not only hinders them from confronting this sea creature but also jeopardizes their own well-being. 

 

Recognizing the importance of the waters to our people, we, too, are a seafaring nation. In a matter of a few elven weeks, the High Princess, along with a select group, will set sail alongside the ship's crew to eliminate this curse and, supposedly, vanquish the menacing entity that lurks beneath. We have not underestimated the potential dangers that lie ahead; We are preparing to confront a formidable foe, and while we cannot definitively equate it to the cataclysmic force that consumed our previous home, it is certainly a perilous threat. What we do know is that the journey is fraught with uncertainty, and the challenges we'll face are far from trivial. If any among you feel compelled to join our expedition, please contact High Princess, Idril Sylvaeri.

 

III. It has come to the Crown’s attention that our nation is under the attack of cultists - Necromancers to be exact. They have kidnapped and tortured citizens of the Capital, as well as made appearances in the Vassals of Helious and Illivira. They attack in groups, and prey on those who are alone or in small gatherings. They have also taken to donning the armor of Amathine Guards. From this day forward, until this matter is fully resolved, the High Princess hereby orders all Amathine Guards to cease wearing their current armor. The Crown will be providing a new set of armor in the coming elven weeks. However, should it be deemed necessary to wear armor during this period, guards must remove their helmets when approaching or being approached by citizens. These orders are to be emphasized and enforced. Princess Ember of Helious, Seawatcher Medli Oranor and Forestwatcher Eagus Roitarion of Illivira have the authority to demand their helm's removal, by direct order of The Crown.

 

The Crown warns you all of the danger, and urges you to be cautious. Remain in public, well-lit spaces when not at home, and don't go out alone at night. If anyone else has any more information, or wishes to aid in this ongoing investigation, please seek out Princess Vallei Sylvaeri.

 

IV. The Order of the Crimson Stag is an order of hunters, marksmen, trackers, and druii dedicated to the protection of our forest, to help hunt any enemy, and preserve balance. The Order is currently looking for new members to help grow. Their first task is to start training and establish a group of rangers to help in our issues of sea creatures, and darkspawn in our woods. If you, or any of your kin are interested, and believe in their mission, please feel free to contact Grandmaster Taliyun’orrir Sirame.

 

V. Around a decade and a half ago, Haus, a Watcher of the Veil, was given a vision warning him that it was nearly 'time'. He saw figures in red robes with golden trim worshiping a four-directional star, led by one figure in black robes. Several years after that, Whitespire was flooded and Veldev was frozen in, abruptly and with no warning save the appearance of angels in the sky, and a chorus of trumpets. This was not GOD, as canondom was quick to suggest, but a Horror - the same one in both cases. This Horror, some years after, dragged Haus to speak with it. It claimed it was summoned, that it would not rest until all on this side of the Veil was destroyed.

 

As it stands, the current goal Haus has is to find these summoners. He believes that if we can silence them, the Horror will likely turn away, in search of something easier to consume. There exists both a Greater Horror, and a Lesser Horror which is located within the Kingswoods of Numendil. The Lesser Horror is much more malevolent, as opposed to the apathetic indifference of the Greater One. Haus states that what we can do to help is search the Material - find these summoners. If you do, or have any further inquiries, please contact Haus. However, be warned, for we have little knowledge of what magic they work with.

 

This summarizes all that was discussed during the Royal Court. If there exists any further questions or thoughts, please contact the Crown.

 

SIGNED,

 

Uell ito Maruthiran,

HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, Idril Sylvaeri, The V High Princess of Elvendom, High Princess of Amathine, The Heart of The Sea, Warden of the Wild, The Crowned

 

HER LADYSHIP, Vallei Runya-Arassë Norväyn Sylvaeri, Princess-Heir of Amathine, Elentári,

The Sea Star

[PrimnyaQuorum 1039]

"A...truthful summary. How strange, to not have to fight those I shield."

 

That Watcher, Haus, muses at the edge of the lands of Amathine. He holds a copy of the missive in a hand, cosmic gaze sweeping across the text.

 

"But they have heard me. Seen and listen. Let it not be too late."