THE UNION OF ALBAN

[sarahbarah 7105]

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NADYA HELOISE STOOD IN QUIET AWE, her fingers lightly brushing the dark blue silks of her wedding gown. The fabric shimmered beneath the soft glow of candlelight, the intricate embroidery of golden thread weaving delicate patterns within white chiffon. A sapphire diadem sat atop her dresser, its brilliance a stark contrast to the modest life she had grown accustomed to. She had never been one for finery, her days far more often spent in the scuffed armor and trousers issued by the Brotherhood; yet, here she was, clad in a dress befitting a woman soon to marry a prince.

 

Despite Nadya’s initial protests, the seamstress insisted the gown was perfect for her. Even so, she could not help but feel a pang of bewilderment at the transformation. This was so far removed from the life she had led – running drills in the biting cold, standing guard at castle gates, or sparring in the yard with men twice her size. The sight of the gown brought with it a heavy realization, then: the path ahead would demand even more from her. To bear the Bihar name was no small honor, and she would need to serve her people with an even greater sense of duty and purpose. 

 

But even amidst the weight of expectation, she found comfort still. Her union was not one of political maneuvering or royal decrees, but love. Thoughts of Joren came, easing the tension from her shoulders. Their story had been an unlikely one, born from the spirited scuffles of their youth. What began as rivalry blossomed into a bond forged in the fires of respect and admiration. Joren came to love her impulsive, bold nature, just as she cherished his steadfastness and wit. They were mirrors of each other; spirits entwined in a way that felt destined.

 

With a sharp inhale, Nadya ran her calloused fingertips over the gown, smoothing out imaginary creases. The day of the ceremony would soon be upon her – a day of joy not just for them, but for the realm. It would be the first royal wedding held in decades, a celebration of their love witnessed by the entirety of Haense. 

 

As the final folds of fabric fell into place, the fledgling bride allowed herself a moment of quiet anticipation. Soon, she would stand before the court – not just as Nadya Weiss, but as Nadya of Novkursain, the Duchess-consort of Alban.

 

 And for the first time, she felt ready.

 

 

DENIZENS OF THE REALM are cordially invited to the Union of Alban as His Royal Highness, Prince Joren Manfred, the Duke of Alban, and Lady Nadya Heloise of Novkursain join together in holy matrimony. This grand occasion marks a historic moment for the realm, as it celebrates the first union between the Royal House of Barbanov-Bihar and House Weiss.

 

The day will begin with a sacred wedding ceremony at the Basilica of St. Joren and the Broken Chains where the couple will exchange their vows under the eyes of God. Following the ceremony, a series of festive events will bring the realm together in jubilant celebration. The day’s entertainment will commence with the much-loved Haeseni sport of Snailula One, a thrilling race featuring the finest snails from across the kingdom. Afterward, a grand joust will showcase the courage and skill of the realm’s most valiant warriors in an enthralling contest of honor and chivalry. 

 

His Royal Majesty, KARL IV, King of Hanseti-Ruska and his royal pedigree. @CheekyNolan

His Grace, DMITRY VAR RUTHERN, Duke of Vidaus and his noble pedigree. @Masouri

His Grace, SIGISMUND LUDOVAR, Duke of Kvasz and his noble pedigree. @Legoboy7984

The Most Honorable, DAVYD COLBORN, Margrave of Kazan and his noble pedigree. @JuliusAakerlund

The Right Honorable, DUNCAN BARUCH, Count of Ayr and his noble pedigree. @Pureimp10

Their Right Honorable, ERIK & EMMA KORTREVICH, Counts of Jerovitz and their noble pedigree.

The Right Honorable, KARL WEISS, Viscount of Novkursain and his noble pedigree. @CasChaos

The Right Honorable, NERIDA AMADOR, Viscountess of Zvezlund and her noble pedigree. @Melpomenne

The Right Honorable, SIFRA KORVACZ, Viscountess of Koppány and her noble pedigree. @Frawlic

The Honorable, VARON KOVACHEV, Baron of Kovgrad and his noble pedigree. @Herod

The Honourable, ADELINA VAN LEUVEN, Baroness of Furentaliz and her noble pedigree. @Dramatude

The Noble, FLORENCE VALKONEN, Matriarch of the House of Valkonen and her noble pedigree. @Emm

The Noble, ILYA IVANOVICH, Patriarch of the House of Ivanovich and his noble pedigree. @North

His Royal Highness, ERWIN I, Prince of Reinmar and his royal pedigree. @Timer

His Royal Majesty, JOHN II, King of Balian and his Royal Pedigree. @Andustar

His Royal Majesty, THERIN I, King of the Petra and his royal pedigree. @Tremerus

 

His Lordship, ANAKSANDR AMADOR @Koodini

Firress DAISY OF THE LILACS @Irene

Her Ladyship, ERIKA KORTREVICH @Toffee

Her Ladyship, LOUNA VAN LEUVEN @RingAroundRosey

Her Ladyship, MIKHAILA COLBORN @krispeechips

Firress OLGA IVANOVICH @scarahpot

Firress YELIZAVETA MAHAUT @retro

Firr TOMASZ KAROSWALD @garentoft

Her Excellency, MAHAUT VAN LEUVEN @pomegrad

Her Ladyship, MORYANA AMADOR

Her Ladyship, ISABEL VAS RUTHERN@myochii

His Excellency, SER ANDREI KORTERVICH @Gandhi
Her Ladyship, DIMA KOVACHEV @Frawlic

Her Ladyship, SOSINA AMADOR @shay

His Royal Highness, SIGMAR LORIK @Halt

Firress MARA VANIR @iris1612

Her Serene Highness, OLIVIYA LORINA @Mady

Firr DRAGOMIR OF SOLGAARD @M1919

His Lordship, JOREN VAR RUTHERN @Seuss

Her Royal Highness, NÓRUIEL OF NUMENÓST @carebear

Her Royal Highness, MATTEA OF THE PETRA @tilly

Her Royal Highness, MILENA ANASTASYA @MunaZaldrizoti

His Excellency, MAGNUS RAUÐRDAG @_RoyalCrafter_

Her Ladyship, PRIMROSE KORTREVICH @LuxyLucy

His Lordship, SIGMAR VAR RUTHERN @Terry

 

 

 

Her Ladyship, NADYA HELOISE WEISS

His Royal Highness, JOREN MANFRED, Duke of Alban

 

 

 

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[garentoft 9265]

"So excited!" says Tomasz, wedding and snail racing enthuasiast. 

[Frostdrop1 1843]

A smile cast over the devil for the couple. He could still remember when they were young - and all the chatter. They seemed so inevitable. He thought his own had been inevitable for he and Liewyn had been so inseparable. At the very least, he could be glad for her. She did not fail him, yet. She was still that cousin he adored.

Blood was strong, and she was the one to prove it.

[erictafoya 3276]

 

 

The Duke of Alban knelt before his telescope, prayed to his mother and St. Joren, before reveling in the majesty of the stars. Often times he came looking for wisdom from the stars, as if they spoke to him somehow. This time, the Prince thought if he was ready. If now truly was the time... Then, as it seemed there was no answer in sight, he saw something familiar in the night sky…

 

 

[scarahpot 385]

"My own personal invitation! Oh I must go now!" Olga mused, swiftly making her way to her standing wardrobe to choose a proper gown for the occasion.