ADELHEID'S ARCHIVES - THE BLOOD RAVEN'S REGENCY

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THE BLOOD RAVEN’S REGENCY

1937 - 1951

ALL THE TRIUMPHS, STUMBLES, AND PROGRESS THAT HAVE BEEN MADE, ARE THE WORK NOT OF

ME OR THE COUNCIL MEMBERS ON THEIR OWN, BUT OF ALL OF US, AAUNITES

 - Heinrich II

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By Adelheid of Merryweather

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FOREWORD & INTRODUCTION 

 

This particular book has been a personal project of mine since my Father’s passing. It shames me that it has taken so long to publish and I apologise deeply to my Father for the wait. With my own children growing up and making Philip and I proud with the paths they are choosing to follow, I wished to teach them of my own Father’s legacy, and the sacrifices he made for his king and kingdom. And so, I conclude my writings upon the Blood Raven’s Regency to pay tribute to his achievements and to help educate my own children on how great of a man their grandfather truly was.

 

 

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THE REGENCY ERA                                                                           |            1937 C. Harren’s Folly

Following the death of Prince Henry at such an early tender age the succession of the kingdom came into question, having thrived under the leadership of King James I, the monarch still grew ever older and less capable of completing his royal duties. King James struggled greatly with the death of his eldest son, he passed a few short years later leaving the king of four years old Edmund I, as King of Aaun.

 

To help govern the nation during this trying time a regency council was formed by King James I’s will and was set to work helping to settle the nation struck by such terrible losses. Prince Heinrich Lothar of Merryweather as the Grand Peer took his seat on the council in the hopes to guide the nation to a brighter future. Alongside him sat the Archbishop of Albarosa, The Viscountess Valence, Sir Gawyn Tiber, Ms. Melina Dieuxmonth and Sjt. Louis Haverlock.

                                                                     

THE HEARTLANDER ACCORD                                                         |        1941 C. Sigismunds End 

In the year 1941 the Heartlander Accord was established to put closure to the wars that had plagued the heartlands for decades. The alliance would ensure that the heartlands could remain peaceful and united as one, each offering to aid one another if anything were to happen. These consisted of signatures from the Commonwealth of the Petra, the League of Veletz, the United Kingdom of Aaun, and the Kingdom of Numendil. This achievement of peace marked the first of many for Prince Heinrich and the regency council. 

 

THE GREAT WHITESPIRE FLOOD                                                  |        1942 C. Sun’s Smile 

One of the first serious problems that was faced during the regency was the great Whitespire flood, triggered by a tsunami which engulfed the Aaunic capital. The water surged into every corner of the city, trapping many citizens and leaving their homes severely damaged or destroyed. The city declared a state of emergency and prohibited entry to prevent further disaster.

 

In an act of great generosity, the Prince of Merryweather saw the dire need of the citizens of Aaun and decided to open the gates to Ulrichsburg to house anyone that sought shelter. Families were offered houses in the village below, and the Merryweather Tavern became a place of solace, where music and beverages helped lift spirits during these dark times.

 

In the following year, 1943, The Regency Council called upon all able men and women to unite in carving out a passageway for the water to escape into the moats around the ivory city. Then they would begin plans to reconstruct and repair the damage caused. Such a plan proved to be successful and within the following months the damage would not be unrecognisable to any citizens and visitors of Whitespire.

 

SETTLING IN THE FLOODPLAINS                                                    |        1944 C. Sigismunds End

Within the Kingdoms lands sat a great portion of flooded terrain, originally deemed unlivable due to its lack of any solid foundations for a keep to rest. However, it was alongside the Prince of Merryweather that in 1944 the three Barons of Aaun were able to establish a foundation of their own, constructing unique keeps that sat upon layers of stone to combat the instability of the ground below them. The keeps now stood as testaments to human perseverance and resilience setting an example for many to follow.

 

THE LORD REGENT                                                                             |             1945 C. Harren’s Folly

In the year of 1945, The regency of the council came to an end, as Heinrich II was declared The Lord Regent of Aaun. Whilst the councillors would remain in their rightful positions, it was the Prince of Merryweather that would ultimately be entrusted to lead the nation until the young King became of age.

 

DEPARTURE OF VON AUGUSTEN                                                   |          1947 C. Godfrey’s Triumph

For several years before their departure, the Von Augustens faced serious scandal from the actions of Ottomar Lothar. Not only did he slander the Blood Raven’s family, but he was later proven to be a blood sucking monster. The family would eventually announce his disownment but a stain had already been left upon their name and their reputation was tarnished. Left with no other choice, the family deemed the best course of action was to flee the nation and start anew in the Commonwealth of Petra

 

As written by the young King Edmund in 1947, ‘The betrayal of sworn oaths and vows made in good conscience is among the gravest sins a man may make against his fellow man.’ And so when the news of their departure made way to the Lord Regent and the child-monarch, they were forced to act with haste. A missive was published providing an ultimatum to the family, requiring the head of the house to show his face in front of the king and the Blood Raven else their titles would be returned to the crown. To no surprise not a single member of the family made an appearance and thus their titles were stripped!

 

END OF THE BLOOD RAVEN                                                            |          1951 C. Owyn’s Flame

There is no greater death than in service of our King and Kingdom. Whilst many swear oaths to defend their Monarch until death, not all can claim to be brave enough to stand true to their word. So when King Edmund’s traitorous vassal, the March of Stassion, stormed the capital in an attempt to coup the crown, the Blood Raven was the first to stand in defence of his King. The few to bear witness tell tales of how brave the Prince was, to remain loyal to the boy he proudly called his King even when death arrived upon his doorstep. 

 

Whilst this concludes my writings upon the Blood Raven and his Regency of our beloved Kingdom, it is but a fraction of his story. There remains much more to write about his achievements before he ascended to the role of Regent. His dedication to our King and Kingdom was unwavering, and he made the ultimate sacrifice in their service. Though I may have wished for more time with him, I am immensely proud to call this man my Father. His legacy is not just a historical footnote but a testament to his enduring commitment, bravery, and the profound impact he had on our realm and it is my hope that future generations will remember and honour his contributions to our Kingdom. His memory lives on.

 

 

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Her Ladyship,  Adelheid of Merryweather, 

Baroness-Consort of Artois, Lady of Montresor, Deputy Treasurer to the Heartlander

Confederation and Writer of Adelheid’s Archives

 

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Laurens Halcourt would read the book or at least try his best " Thats alot of words.... maybe ill read it later, theres no pictures..."

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Camilla Falkner read the archive with a frown. "If only they knew the truth of it."

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WINIFRED OF MONTRESOR applauds her mother!