THE FRANKLANDS, A REGION REBORN

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TO OUR RESTORED REALM,

 

It has been almost twenty years since Our Royal Father, King John of Aaun, released the noble Household of Barclay from their oaths to the Kingdom of Aaun. It was to nobody’s surprise that without them, wardens of the Franklands, the region fell into poverty, architecture became overgrown with moss and nature took over what was once the capital of the Grand Principality of Minitz. As a young boy, We helped the last settlers pack up their belongings so that they could set off with their Liege lords in search of a new home in the frozen tundras of the north-west. When Our esteemed father passed away, We made it Our ambition to transform the former Grand Principality into a region that the Apostolic Kingdom of Aaun and the entire Confederation could be proud of. After years of hard work - demolition, planting, digging - We are proud to present the results of Our work. On this 9th day of Godfrey’s Triumph, in the year of our Lord 1984 we proclaim the creation of the DUCHY OF THE FRANKLANDS, to encompass the whole province of the Franklands - from the northern peninsula to the forests surrounding the ruins of Stran. The title is to be held by the monarchs of House of Alstion, and governed by them for eternity.

 

The Duchy of the Franklands

 

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Depiction of the Halmet of Enswerp

 

For many years had the title of Enswerp been in the hands of Our royal ancestors, and now in Ours. However, Enswerp managed to develop a separate identity through the last few decades. From a name which was listed beneath the royal seal, it became the farming centre of the Godwinite Realm and a model for a modern peasant society. Ever since Our investiture, Our brother John was appointed the governor of the Hamlet and its surroundings. It was his hard work that led Enswerp to its current position, and it would be a deed most cruel to take back something for what He has worked all his life.

 

Depiction of Cliffhaven, the seat of the Count of Enswerp

 

Therefore, We name Our Royal Brother, JOHN VALENTINUS ALSTION, the Count of Enswerp, and establish that he, his wife and descendants shall from now on form the House of ALSTION-ENSWERP. As long as Our brother lives, he and his wife shall remain the Prince and Princess and retain all rights of the Royal Household of Alstion. Upon his death the comital title of Enswerp shall return to the Crown and the current King of Aaun is to elect another Count from the ranks of the House of Alstion-Enswerp, to steward the lands of the Hamlet. Furthermore this decision alters the law of succession, making John and his descendants the last in the line of succession in an event that no other Alstion is eligible to sit the Paradisian Throne. 

 

The House of 

Alstion-Enswerp

 

 

Depiction of Calliopeburg

 

On the ruins of the Princely Castle of Minitz, now proudly stands the Fortified Chantry of Calliopeburg. A mighty and fortified chantry located in the easternmost part of the Franklands. This sacred object was erected by the Apostolic Crown to thank Saint Calliope for blessing the Royal Household of Alstion with a long awaited heir. This magnificent marble object is not only for the faithful but also for those of Waldenian blood to converge on neutral grounds in times of strife. The fortress is also home to several institutions and organisations. One of them is the Legation of the Salvian Syndicate from Atheran Salvus, who attend the sessions of Waldenic Diet, whenever one’s happening. Another is Alstreim Ventures & Steel, trading company of the Princely House of Alstreim, established in the year of our Lord 1656.

 

 

Depiction of the Hall of Gnomes

 

The Gnomes of Oblazekos have a deep history with the Franklands and that of the Heartlandic Confederation. The presence of the Gnomes in this valley cannot be understated. Their leader, Lembic Urbran, has sought a harmonious relationship with the residence of the Franklands along with developing a close friendship with Our Royal Father. As of recently, the Gnomes have been bestowed the estate of Gnomeregan to establish the Aevosian Gnome Society. This hub of whimsical culture will be the foreground of the Gnomish-kind and will allow for their peoples to grow within the prosperity of the Franklands. 

 

 

Depiction of the Ruins of Stran

 

Stran, once a renowned Duchy and the seat of the mighty House Ivanovich, was left in desolation after the murder and kinslaying of Duke Janos Matyas, which was followed by the great fire that consumed most of the architecture. The title now stands dissolved on the authority of King John of Aaun, and the ruins stand as a testament of what can become of a family betrayed from within. As of now, no attempts have been made to revitalize the land or repair it to its previous state. Nature has begun to take hold of its structures, of its courtyards, and of its keep. In due time, all will return to GOD’s perfect design, that of which he has willed. However, local legends say that all those who died in the great fire of Stran now haunt the ruins and the surrounding forest - unable to find rest in the afterlife.

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ISSUED AND PROCLAIMED;
In the Hand of Horen, Province of Aaun
On the 9th of Godfrey’s Triumph, 1984.

 

His Royal and Apostolic Majesty, CHARLES II,
King of Aaun, Prince of Alstion, Duke of the Franklands, Vienne, the Lowlands, Balemena and Corazon, Margrave of High Peak, Count of Whitespire, Florentine and Talentine, Baron of Blanchet, Gotfridcher and Virdain, Protector of the Realm

 

His Royal Highness, JOHN VALENTINUS, 

Count of Enswerp, Warden of Saint Daniel’s Crossing, the Lord Chamberlain of the Paradisian Court

[annanicole__ 2802]

Lorelei Mairi of Enswerp looked up to her father and uncle as they addressed the audience at her birthday party. The young girl had no idea what lay ahead for her; all she knew was that she needed to stop listening to her head and what she thought would happen. She looked down at the green caterpillar that had crawled onto her hands.
 

[Me_llamo... 603]

Gregorius Roa, the once denizen of the Kingdom of Aaun smiles at the naming of his dear student and friend, John Valentinus as Count of Enswerp, eyeing the Crest he made for the title. 

[Destructokeith 1142]

Brennus grumbles upon reading the words on the paper, the old Frank now living in the rebuilt village close to him old camp. Perhaps he will speak with someone to help him write that bill

[scarahpot 385]

The Countess-Consort of Enswerp, Alicia Alstion, beamed as she read the missive. Looking over to her husband, a proud smile covered her visage. "Your hard work has finally paid-off." She stated with enthusiasm. 

[Sebbysc 744]

Count John Valentinus of Enswerp uncorked a bottle of Roach Red in celebration of this occasion. This, at least in his mind, would be the breakthrough he has been waiting for. Something of a smile crossed his lips as he looked back to his wife and thought of his children. "I think this is the start of something new, and I am glad you'll be by my side for it." However, a nagging thought nipped at the back of his mind, and he raised a hand to rub across his chest. Would he be able to live up to the name of his family, or fall into irrelevance as others had done before?

 

@scarahpot 

[Balthasar 2497]

Johannes von Alstreim wiped the sweat from his brow. He and his House had participated greatly in the reseeding of nature in the valley, which were so aptly named the Franklands. As he looked down at his hands they were caked in dirt, how unfitting for the Prince of Merryweather, he thought... Later he would visit Calliopeburg and speak with the Salvian delegation

[siglms_ 932]

Lembic Urbran, a proud Oblazeki Gnome, does a little dance at the announcement of the Frankland's refurbishment!

 

"Wowie! Charleh did such an excellent job with this! Oi'm so excited fer the meeting!"

[MrMojoMordor 2413]

"Imagine doin' treazonuz aktionz agh inztead ob punizment lat get rewarded uzg - da shara zure do value grish over deeds" a discrunteled legionnaire mumbles to himself in a corner.