ON ACTS OF TREASON

[mothsthetic 2250]

ON ACTS OF TREASON

Issued and averred by

Her Majesty

TO THE PEOPLE OF THE HEARTLANDS,

 

In years past, we have been blessed by the strength of our unity. The nations of Petra and Aaun were brought together under a dream by two monarchs, who saw that the Heartlands could be stronger as one. And for a time, this was true indeed. No time was wasted in the strengthening of both provinces, and the improvement of our institutions. But when it came time to choose the direction of our united nation, dissatisfaction did emerge.

 

As discussions continued, a truth slowly became revealed. One that shed no dishonor on either Province of the union, but that existed as a simple fact. The people of Petra and Aaun differed- In culture, in mindset, in goals, and in dreams. This was not something to be shamed, but something to be celebrated. Though the wishes of Catherine I and John I remain pure in their intention, both monarchs also wished to see their nations thrive, above all else. 

 

It became clear to the people of the Petra that many within Aaun’s nobility and council found them a stifling presence, a weight upon dreams that they sought for their nation. Thus, after much deliberation and careful thought, Charles II and Adalia I came to a decision not easily made. It was decided, through mutual agreement, that the exit clause of the Heartlandic union was to be invoked. Both nations would return to their previous operations, remaining as close allies, and friends. They would be stronger for their time spent together, ready to face any future threats that crossed either of their doorstep.

 

AND YET,

 

With the Aaunic King away on pilgrimage in the midst of these diplomatic talks, a group of militants caught word of the union’s coming dissolution. Knowing the will of their GOD-willed sovereign is that of peace, they have turned their backs on the oaths they have sworn to king and country, and have declared- More firmly than any other- That unity cannot be had within the Heartlands. They have placed lies in the mouth of their King, and claimed an assent he never once issued. In this, an act of treason has been committed far greater than that accused.

 

The Brigade of Marna seeks to eradicate those who do not fit their notion of what a Heartlander shall be, and thus, they do not stand for unity. They seek to burn and vandalize before trial is held, and thus, they do not stand for justice. They do all this because of a gossiping newspaper, which the Petran crown had no previous knowledge of- And a goblin, currently being court-martialed for his statements of treason. It is for these simple reasons, that they reject the will of their King, and seek to thrust the people of the Heartlands into chaos.

 

Let the Brigade of Marna know that no violence has ever been sought against them. The dissolution of the Heartlandic Confederation is meant as an acknowledgement of your very desires, and your very distaste. They have been known to us, as your will has been known to us. If you wish to eradicate the “blight Petra has become”, then we shall walk from you peacefully. If you hold any loyalty to your King still, you shall not interfere as the talks move forth, and be free of us without need for bloodshed.

 

SIGNED,

HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Adalia I, By the grace of GOD, Queen of the Petra, Princess of Abrana, Marquise de Val d’Estenou, Duchess of Valfleur, Countess of Temesch, Torm Marian, and Moere, Viscountess of Mies, Baroness of Garmont, Vallagne-en-Petra, Eagles Peak, Brasca, Hrenthorne, Resmore, and of the Phoenixspire, Knight of the Realm, The Dawnmade, Chosen of the Stars, First Gem Among the Stones, Defender of Liberty

 

[tilly 5115]

“I can have to… make a war?” Renilde asked, either making fun of one of the Marnan Brigadeers, or delusional herself?

[beetle 3315]

The retired Hyspian Knight of the Petra hummed softly as she read over the missive. "It seems like the perfect time to return, no?" She glanced over to her husband, "Maybe it is time to stand with them again." @Phersades

[Javert 9628]

35 minutes ago, tilly said:

“I can have to… make a war?” Renilde asked, either making fun of one of the Marnan Brigadeers, or delusional herself?

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[MrMojoMordor 2413]

Bon'Ox, sitting in the Drusco keep as he goes over some paper work - is brought the missive by a courier. He glances over it, his mouth making a big line: "Bah! Da DUAL-MONARCHZ are too zoft ohn iziz. Da Politica-Banditz zhould bi zhu flattn'd ohn zite az da CODEX blahz. Bawt izi Da DUAL-MONARCHZ decizion..." the goblin mumbles, before returning to his piece of St.Godwin's Legion documents, as he awaits for his court date.

He still has a job to do.