THE TIDE ASCENDANT

[Mady 3771]

 

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ISSUED AND AVERRED BY,

THE DUCHY OF MYRINE

 

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ON THIS DAY OF,

8TH OF GODFREY’S TRIUMPH IN THE YEAR OF 654A.A.

 

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TO THE GOOD PEOPLE OF THE EMPIRE AND AZURAS,

 

AS THE TIDES ROIL AND CHANGE, so too does the happenings of man, and as such, the Duchy of Myrine now turns its gaze towards the future. The citizens of the Empire and its allies are hereby invited to attend an evening of investiture and presentation in honour of Her Ladyship, Caerine Mareno, who shall formally assume her place as Duchess of Myrine before her peers, allies and the Imperial Court alike. 

 

What begins as a solemn recognition of duty shall, in equal measure, serve as a debut into noble society following years of study and refinement abroad and within the Imperial lands of Azuras. Beneath blue and white banners, guests shall gather for an evening of courtly celebration, music and dancing as Myrine welcomes not only a new Duchess, but a young lady stepping into her station with grace, dignity and promise for the years to come. 

 

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I. MYRNISH INVESTITURE

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THE EVENING SHALL COMMENCE WITH THE FORMAL INVESTITURE OF CAERINE MARENO, marking the official transfer of stewardship and authority over the Duchy of Myrine. Presiding over the ceremony shall be Her Ladyship, Circe Mareno, who has faithfully served as Regent during this period of transition within the Duchy.

Before the assembled court and honored guests, Lady Circe shall formally bestow upon its heir the title and responsibilities of Duchess of Myrine, symbolizing the continuation of House Mareno’s legacy. Through this solemn and ceremonial rite, the young Duchess shall be presented not only as heir, but as the rightful lady of her people, stepping fully into the dignity and duty her station requires. Those in attendance who deem themselves a friend of the Duchess will be welcomed to speak up and share words of wisdom for her journey ahead. 

 

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II. DUCAL DEBUT

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FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE INVESTITURE CEREMONY, the evening shall transition into a grand celebration in honor of Duchess Caerine Mareno’s formal debut into Imperial society. Beneath glowing lanternlight and the banners of Myrine, guests shall be welcomed into an atmosphere of music, dancing, and lively courtly amusement befitting such a joyous occasion.

A selection of games and entertainments shall be held throughout the evening to encourage merriment among the gathered nobility, while the ballroom itself shall remain open for dancing well into the night. Friends, companions, and prospective suitors alike are warmly encouraged to join Her Grace upon the dance floor as she is formally welcomed into the social sphere of the Empire.

While gifts are by no means expected, any offerings presented to Her Grace shall be received with sincere gratitude and appreciation.

 

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III. FORMAL INVITES 

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CONCLUDING THE EVENINGS FESTIVITIES, A competition shall be held to recognize the best dressed gentleman and lady in attendance, with each winner receiving a monetary prize. Guests are encouraged to embrace the colors and elegance of the sea through their attire, drawing inspiration from pearl, sapphire, seafoam, silver and the times of Myrine itself. 

House Mareno eagerly awaits the presence of friends, allies and honored guests alike for an evening of celebration, courtly splendor, and new beginnings beneath the banners of Myrine. Formal invitations are extended as such: 

 

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY, Marcus I, Emperor of Man and his Imperial pedigree. 

 

HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Willem van Aert, Prince of Blackvale and his Princely pedigree. 

 

HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Rodimar Barclay, Prince in Reinmar and his Princely pedigree. 

 

HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Edward Alstion, Archduke of Alba and his Princely pedigree. 

 

HIS GRACE, Lothar d’Amaury, Duke of Lorraine and his noble pedigree. 

 

HIS GRACE, Antonius Helane, Duke of Valmont and his noble pedigree. 

 

HIS GRACE, Duncan Baruch, Duke of Valwyck and his noble pedigree. 

 

HIS GRACE, Earoslav Rostova, Duke of Krukiv and his noble pedigree. 

 

HIS GRACE, Marlon d’Asturia, Duke of Asturias and his noble pedigree. 

 

HIS GRACE, Heinrik Ludovar, Duke of Kvasz and his noble pedigree. 

 

THE MOST HONORABLE, Her Ladyship, Arya Altwegg, Margravine of Avistra and her noble pedigree. 

 

THE RIGHT HONORABLE, His Lordship, Ezra de Senna, Count of Edessa and his noble pedigree. 

 

THE RIGHT HONORABLE, His Lordship, Volker van Hurst, Count of Totenpfalz and his noble pedigree.  

 

THE RIGHT HONORABLE, His Lordship, Robert Montalt-Rovin, Count of Aesterwaldand his noble pedigree. 

 

HIS LORDSHIP, Cassius Tiber, Baron of Hartwell and his noble pedigree. 

 

HIS LORDSHIP, Franz Galahar, Baron of Ghaestenwald and his noble pedigree. 

 

HER LADYSHIP, Anastasia Basileus, Baroness of Cascanova and her noble pedigree. 

HER LADYSHIP, Phoebe Malory, Baroness of Sternfell and her noble pedigree.

 

 

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May 30th & 5:00 PM EST

 

 

[Lalosia 988]

 

The young sister of the emerging Duchess enjoyed some lemon cakes as preparations for such a celebration took hold!