Norland Against Her People - Gylldene's Exodus

[PestyWarlock 539]

 

Gylldene’s Exodus

 

I, Farian Malto-Gylldene, Chieftain of Clan Gylldene, hereby relinquish all land and titles from the Kingdom of Norland. I have served this nation for a century to the day, my blade and shield crossed and bashed against the enemies of Norland and her people, for the health of her people, for the survival of her people. I began as a simple civilian, joining in the protection of King Odin’s daughter as we and a small force fled the city under siege. When my arms were weak and my mind was untempered, the people of Norland had given me the courage to raise up arms. It was the roaring call, “Iron from Ice”, which once rallied the shieldwalls. When I had been trained by the Chieftain of Clan Sturmstrike, the suffering I endured was in service to the Kingdom we both served. As our people took refuge in the great walls of Ironguard, as the forces of the twisted Mori had torn Alisgrad asunder, as our nation lay in ruins and our people forced to defend the walls of Savoy, Norland still stood tall. When the people of Nyrheim were forced into the tunnels of Hel, I stood with them with my spear and shield. When we landed on these new shores, Solheim, I joined the Ashguard and swore an oath to uphold Norland’s laws, to protect the people, to protect the King.

 

Norland has lacked a King for over an Ashen year, yet my brother-in-law Váli has shown great ambition for the throne. He has fought and bled against the Chosen of Ailmere, defended our people against countless threats, helped bring the fabled Harrower, scourge of the North, to nothing but a corpse. I have seen the courage he has shown in the face of adversity, whether it is on the battlefield or in the meeting hall. He has always fought for the people of Norland, beyond what his blood would demand. Yet, the High Keeper ignores the call of Norland’s people to have him be King. As the people of Norland grow old and tired, she remains on the Ashwood Throne, unfettered by the decades of her regency. I fear that the Norlandic glory is dead, and that the nation which I have sacrificed for no longer upholds its ideals. To all my family, friends, and students, you may find me elsewhere, but not in the walls of Norland any longer. I shall live out my remaining days in peace. 

 

  

[!] A mana seal bearing the mark of a frosty blue ocean wave is placed at the bottom of this open letter, speaking the contents aloud with his voice when touched.

[simpleglitchbro 529]

Indigo sneezes, despite...not needing to sneeze anymore. "Hrm...perhaps someone...talked about me."

 

Váli wanders aimlessly and thus has not seen the missive that came as a result of his actions. Though he feels subtly guilty over it.

[ShinyB 567]

Mylo Matlo-Gylldene packs up another satchel full of his belongings and rides for the gates alongside his father. He takes one last glance towards the Ashwood and gazes upon the remnants of the Kingdom he grew up in, the Kingdom he loved and the Kingdom he swore to protect. "May we prosper elsewhere." He mutters before turning away, onto a path unknown.

 

Sera Gylldene snuffs out the last lantern lighting her office. She leaves a notice on her desk before shutting the door one final time. She doesn't look back as she leaves the nation she dutifully served for over 6 decades, which refused to her the same dedication.

[Aimy_lol 429]

Amethyne packed up the scraps of remaining items she had since the move to the new build of the city. She took a short stroll around the city for quick glance and glimpse of reminisce of her life surrounded by the walls. As she stopped by the Gylldene Lyre for the final time, she recited a poem and painted free-handedly of an artwork with family and friends standing in front of the entrance. She took a glimpse of the soup and scooped a nice bowl full for the long trip. "Here goes my life. Onto another life," her voice breathes out the cold, icy air, "Hopefully, I'll find new fishes."

Edited February 24, 2025 by Aimy_lol

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A Wayward Master listens to the letter's Mana Seal intently. She wastes no Words. There is work to be done!

[PerfectLittleLady 144]

Sindri exits the city carrying his belongings.

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"The Gylldenes are a powerful clan. I am sure they will be missed, and their loss felt strongly."  Vykk exhales a heavy sigh, his breath curling into the frigid air. Feelings of guilt and absolution wash over him as he trudges through the snow, his feet sinking deep with every footfall.

[EmiliainWonderland 2309]

A rather elderly woman couldn’t help but agree, Blanca knew the extent all they had done for Norland and couldn’t help but support their exodus. 
 

A distant relation of hers, Asteria Teufel-Larue held a similar sentiment, though not having lived in Norland for nearly as long, she wished them all the very best. 

[Welkitends 44]

Kira's home is with her friends and family. The choices or the lack there of certain people also put a sour taste in Kira's mouth. And so Kira packs her bags, joining with the friends and family that are leaving the place Kira once called home. 

(I can't help but associate "The Merry Go Round of Life" with this debacle. I insist that you listen to it regardless tho.)