NOTICE OF PASSING | THE WATERS REST

[mothsthetic 2250]

 

NOTICE OF PASSING | THE WATERS REST

“Even the weariest rivers wind somewhere safe to sea.”

Issued and averred by

The Royal House of

Atstana de

Regne Petrère

151

 

IT IS THE SOLEMN DUTY of house Temesch of the Petra to announce the occasion of grief that has taken hold of our family, and our nation. It was late evening upon the 28th of Owyn’s Light that, after a years-long struggle with the same illness that had overtaken her mother at the end of her reign, Queen Adalia I of the Petra succumbed to fever within the confines of the Petrine palace, and passed on from us. She spent her final days in the care of her husband and the presence of her children, and her siblings. We are lifted by the knowledge she sits beside her beloved mother and cousin, though the sorrow her absence leaves in the royal household weighs heavy upon us.

 

It was the final decree of the River Queen that an excerpt of her will be published, detailing the rule of the nation after her passing, which has been transcribed below.

 

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When I came of age, married, and eventually brought children into this world, my vow to them was that they shall not have to live the childhood of responsibility and weight that my mother lived, and that I lived. And yet, as I’ve come to realize may be the fate of our line, I face the possibility that both myself and my son may have no choice in the matter. Thus, I pen this order of regency in the event of my passing, to ensure no weight of governance should fall on shoulders too small to carry them.

 

UNTIL my heir through the choice of selective succession, Therin Adil of the Petra, is of the age at which he can be crowned as king, the River Council shall rule over the Commonwealth of the Petra as its primary governing body.

 

SO LONG as the River Council rules over the Commonwealth, it shall be led by its Chancellor, Dame Amelie Auclair, and my brother, Prince Gareth Lucius. Prince Gareth shall serve as the royal house’s primary representative and regent, chosen for the passion he has for his people, and his previous status as heir before my birth. I have utmost trust in them both, and my greatest regret is that they must shoulder this in my stead.

 

IN THE EVENT that Prince Therin Adil of the Petra is unable to be coronated as king upon reaching the age of maturity, either through disqualification from the line of succession or death, the powers to choose a secondary heir will fall to my husband, Asad of the Petra, and my brother and crown-regent, Prince Gareth Lucius. 
 

 

Signed, 

HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Adalia I “The Dawnmade”, By the grace of GOD, Queen of the Petra, Marquise de Val d’Estenou, 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 Petrine Laurel, Templar of Malchediael, Defender of Liberty

 

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A service and funeral shall be held for the late Queen in the Abbey of Saint Edmund in Vallagne, where she was baptized and married, upon the 16th of Sun’s Smile, 151 ARP. The service will be led by His Grace, Godfrey Bishop Casica.

 

[SUNDAY THE 8TH, 4:00PM EST]

 

Not only those of the Commonwealth, but any who knew Adalia’s light in life, are invited to be present for her final rites. Special invitations are extended to the peoples and leaders of Petra’s allies, all of which were valued deeply by the late Queen.
 

 

ADALIA MORGANA TEMESCH OF THE PETRA

 

A painting of HRM Adalia I, circa 136 ARP

[Art by 28idle]

 

13th Tobias’ Bounty, 111 ARP  -  28th Owyn’s Light, 151 ARP

 

 

Across Aevos, those closest to the Queen would receive a letter, penned in her final days. These would only be seen by their recipient, and any they chose to share it with.
 

TO ROWENA @carebear

 

Spoiler

Rowe,
       I know things have been rocky for the past few years. I know we have not always seen eye to eye on things, and God knows we’re both as stubborn as Mother was. But I want you to know that never changed how much I love you. Nothing could take away the fact you were my big sister, and how much I respected you. Growing up, I don’t think I ever told you, but you were my idol. I wanted to be just like you. You were fearless, and strong, and that’s all I ever wanted to be. I can only hope I came close.

 

       I appreciate you. I didn’t say that enough. I appreciate everything you have done, for the Laurel, for Petra, and for me. You busted your ass to make things work in a shitty situation, and you did an amazing job. I should have told you that sooner. I’m sorry I didn’t. And I’m sorry I let being headstrong get in the way of telling my sister I loved her.

       Please tell your children Auntie loved them, even if she never got to say it. I’ve come to realize our children are the best of us.

 

       Lia

 

TO ARATHOR @TN_TURKEY

 

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Arathor,

       It’s certainly been a while since we last spoke. I know we drifted away, but I have never forgotten all of the lessons you taught me. It is thanks to you that I could fulfill the dreams it was long-said would be impossible for me to achieve, dreams that I had begun to doubt by the time you took me on as your squire. I have done everything I can to live by the tenets of knighthood you taught me, and I hope I have made you proud. If I have, then I can rest easily.

 

       Thank you, for acting as a second father to me. When I needed guidance, you shone a light on my path. When I needed advice, a shoulder to lean on, or a wake-up call, you were there. I hope that you and your family live many more blessed days, in health and peace. It is the least you all deserve.

 

       Adalia

TO SURTR @westside

 

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Surtr,

       I know you’re supposedly dead. But I truly don’t believe that for a damn minute. You were a mountain-moving force, and I know you won’t go until you say so. You taught me words matter little compared to actions, so I will not bore you.

       Thank you. You were exactly what I needed exactly when I needed it. I hope I did not disappoint you.

       Adalia

TO AMÉLIE @Apricette

 

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Amélie,

       I think everyone who’s ever known you should count themselves as luckier for it, and I know I do. Through all my years wearing this crown, from my coronation to my sickbed, you have been a light of support. Not just for me, but for this nation, and for my family. The passion you have for our people is so bright, it ignites the hearts of those around you. One of my greatest and only regrets is that I have to leave you now, when there is so much more I wished to accomplish with you. 

 

       I can only ask for you to keep that bright light burning, and keep smiling. If the Commonwealth could someday be shaped in the image you imagine for it, I would rest feeling fulfilled. Keep inspiring others, and take care of yourself. Always remember that you deserve the same amount of grace, love, and peace that you give to others. No matter what the world throws at you, know that you are a force for good. Maybe one of the greatest forces of good this continent has ever seen.

 

       Tell Sorrel and the children I said hello, and that I’m praying for a bright future for your house. Know that I love you, and that love will never leave, even when I am not beside you.

 

       Adalia

 

TO ATTICUS @Hom

 

Spoiler

Uncle Atticus,

       I had hoped to GOD you would not have to do this again, after how my mother’s death hit you. Hit us both. But it seems He has other plans for us, and we must follow them, although it hurts my heart greatly. 

 

       You were like a father to me. From a young age you were always Uncle Atticus. Just as you were to my siblings. Just as you were to many in the Commonwealth. You carried love, and light with you wherever you went. I know I wavered, and my choices did not always please you, but I do hope I made you proud. Please say hello to Adelyn and your husband for me. You were always meant for the light you bring. 

       
       Alia

 

TO ANORHIL @Nooblius

 

Spoiler

Prince Anorhil,

       Though I know not where you are, or if this letter will reach you, I want to extend my thanks anyway. To you, and your people, I owe more than I can say. Your allyship and advice has been more valuable than words can describe and I am grateful that we were able to navigate the crises of the Riverlands these past decades together. Tell your mother I said hello, and that I give her the same thanks. I hope happiness will find you and your family for many more years.

 

       Adalia

 

TO GARETH @ColdestPepsi

 

Spoiler

Gareth,

       I wish we had more time to speak, before all this happened. I wish I had more time to warn you, before I had to ask of you such a heavy responsibility. But before I was Archduchess it was you who held that title, and who might have one day led our people. One of mom’s smartest decisions, I think. You’ve always cared so much about the Commonwealth, and I know you have a vision of what it could be. I hope this can be a chance for you to make that vision a reality. 

 

       Tell Jun and your children I love them, and that I wish them the best. I know it’s a lot to ask, but please look after Therin. He’s going to need all the support he can get.

 

       Thank you, for being my brother.

       Adalia

 

TO MILENA @MunaZaldrizoti

 

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Milena,

       When I was crowned at sixteen, it felt like there were so many people who saw me only as a little girl, playing second-fiddle to a greater monarch in the Heartlands. You were the first person outside the Commonwealth who treated me as a leader, and I have always been grateful for that. Your friendship has brought me comfort through the years of my reign, and even on my sickbed, I think fondly of the moments we and our people shared together.

 

       I hope the friendship between my family and yours can last as long, and as closely, as ours did. You have a legacy to be proud of, and I hope it lasts many more happy years.

 

       Adalia

 

 

[StingyParrot 1595]

Arakawa, seated knight of Seviel, felt an odd coldness creep over him the further down his eyes traced the announcement. It was only recently that he had stood in the throne room, and due to his lateness had got only a glimpse of the ailing Queen. With a soft sigh, he pins the parchment up on the wall of his bedroom - cluttered with memories and missives from forever ago. The coldness in his heart would thaw slowly over the coming months, as he readjusted to a Petra without Adalia at its helm - and his best wishes would go to her successor.

[____Spectral____ 168]

Norido would stumble across the missive spontaneously, whilst near the lands of Petra, on one of his explorations, he'd mumble "Another worm dead, heh- it's about time justice was served for your assisted slaughter of innocent folk."

[sam33497 7356]

Spoiler

you did a great job as NL, and constantly came out ahead even as you were targeted and underestimated. 👍orsamkhov seal of approval

 

[carebear 1291]

Dame Rowena stared at the letter in one hand and the missive in the other. She knew that this was coming, Adalia had been sick for years. In this moment, she felt just like that scared child who watched in horror as her mother passed before her. All at once, something inside her broke. The Queen, her sister, whom she had sworn to protect was gone. Rowena retreated to her private chambers as sobs overtook her. She thought of her young nephew, left to the fate that seemed to befall their family. He needed help, and guidance.

 

"Long Live the King..." She whispered under her breath between her tears.

 

Spoiler

i appreciate everything you did for petra as nl, i love you <3

 

[TofuGomi 362]

As Ezau walked to her home in Petra, she'd come across the queen's will, reading over it carefully. She took a step back and rubbed at her eyes, sighing. "Shit. Well, it was an honor knowing her." The devil huffed, taking off her pirate hat and putting it over her heart, "Always treated me normal, despite my cursed nature. Her son, too. I have high hopes for him, especially if Miss Queen was the one to raise him." - "... Wasn't Therin the one to give me 384 feathers that one time?"

 

With that, she set her tricorne hat back upon her head, strolling off towards her home, singing a tune about a queen who saved two children from an evil monster. 

[Itz_Cookie 1974]

Katheryne Gwynadar signed the Lorraine hearing the news of her Aunt's passing. She quickly went to find her mother, to console her and grieve at her side, while praying that good health and guidance befall The Petra's future king..

[Destructokeith 1142]

It takes Artair some time to process  what has happened.
He is reminded of watching the battle in the throne room as a child and the fall of the last queen.
He remains silent for a long time before nodding to himself, going to give his son a hug.

Elsewhere

The ancient man stares at the wall, at one hundred and four he had once more outlived a Queen, a child.
Artel lights his forge, grasping his hammer once more he begins to forge, the ever watchful eyes of his living dolls watching him work.
A silent prayer is uttered that he would not live to see the next join them

[Apricette 717]

2006 | Love
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Little, falling stars, spun wordless, tear-spun cheeks; every tear, slowly to fall, hushed slowly, lost of speech.

 

Kneeled thence, by her one side, tears, hastened in pain; yet the love, that bid her smile, ne'er suffered strain.

[Deets 1129]

Sir Clemens received word of the news upon entering Vallagne. Its streets filled with candles, prayer and mourning for the deceased Queen Adalia. Within the walls of the Icathian Company warehouse did Clemens grieve for a time, tears flowing from his eyes at the loss the Commonwealth felt. For he felt great sorrow at the loss of the Queen whom he had considered a friend and mentor. He had worked by her side for much of his short life, and thus he resolved to continue his work. To honor both Adalia, and her son Therin. There was much yet to be done, and he would not dare to dishonor the Queen with sloth on his part even in times such as these.

[tilly 5115]

"Mama..." A teenaged Princess Mattea, with looks akin to her father's, but a mind, determined and strong as her mother's, looked down at the missive on her vanity. She'd been at her mother's bedside in her last hours, last days, holding Adalia's hand while she ailed. Yet, it was surreal to see the notice of her death, and even stranger to see her brother as a king - he was still falling out of trees, for GOD's sake!

 

Spoiler

god ******* bless you moth, you were put through every twist and turn these assholes could throw at you, and always came out on top. ill see u around girlypop

 

[MunaZaldrizoti 8037]

So rarely did the Lady Palatine of Hanseti-Ruska give out compliments. An expressed word of true admiration was even rarer still. But Milena had always held great respect for that southern queen, who had seen off both rebellion and coup to ensure her inheritance was secured. A living embodiment of her people's will and love, so valiantly did they rise to the defense of this young woman with such little experience of governance. It had inspired a similarly-young lady of House Ruthern, to make her mark upon the history of her own homeland.

 

It was a shock, that she had been afforded that final letter from the late-Queen Adalia. That even a passing thought had been paid to her, by this woman who had been abed with such sickness and pain. But it inspired her...it reminded her that despite her best efforts to present a cold demeanor, she still had a heart. And that heart had been acknowledged by one who shared her own with so many. It was a loss she knew all of Canondom would feel, for years to come.

 

Spoiler

It was a pleasure getting to know Adalia and roleplay when we did. Thank you for always being so open to chat and being so kind. I wish you all the best, be it with future roleplay or wherever life takes you <3

 

[ColdestPepsi 1176]

Gareth sat in Fir'steinn, having a heavy drink for the first time in a long time. He now knew that Rowena and his dislike of how Adalia had described what had killed her in court was fully justified. It had taken her as it would have taken their mother eventually. He looked down at his drink, and the letter left to him, only full, and moved to pour it out into the fish tank behind the bar. There was no time now for this; he had been called to serve the Commonwealth, after all; Adalia wanted him to look after Therin. Therin was what mattered now, not him, not his grief at losing a sibling he hoped he'd have been able to reconnect with again one day. He needed to make sure the Commonwealth persisted to see to it that his nephew was taken care of. To ensure that, he needed a clear mind. He went to go and grab something that he thought would be a good symbol for himself for what was to come, the imperial breastplate his mother had given him in death, knowing he would deface such. "I understand a bit more now; no more shirking duty as I did when I was a kid and after getting married, no more running, no more room to do so." He said to both himself and what had once been his mother's.

 

Spoiler

Man, I do not envy whoever has to take over, wait a moment. On a serious note though thank you moth for everything, NL is no easy thing and I don't envy everything you've had to deal with at all. That said, you did a good job with everything presented.

 

[Nectorist 12869]

At his estate, Adrian lights several candles for his cousin. As he kneels beside his bed for his evening prayers, the tolling church bells in the distance fill his thoughts. 

 

"... and, lastly, my Dear Lord, I thank you for allowing me to make amends with cousin Adalia, and to serve her in what meagre way I could. May you guide her soul to the Seven Skies, for she is a virtuous woman who has earned her place there. Amen."

 

As he thinks back to that silly little war so many years ago, Adrian cannot help but be thankful that he made the choice that he had. Life is difficult for everyone, but in the one moment in his life where he had true agency, he had made it just a tad easier. Even though she had departed this world, she had done so with a united family, a maintained realm, and fond memories in the hearts of the living. 

[Frisket 4537]

"What.... The Petran queen passed?"

 

Ember scowled 

 

"For every Great Queen, 10 failures of princes

and Kings are born. GET HER STORY I need it in my collection of books"