The Warrior's Expedition

[Aerinyes 402]

"It looks like Oren has made its choice. The Empire wishes to destroy this island before even finding out what the residents wish.

Very well."

Sythra looks to everyone still present after the Silverblades leave.

"In light of these threats, Malinor will place sanctions on all trade with Oren for the duration of this situation. This will last until the Emperor himself comes to reconcile the actions of the nobles under him.

I'd recommend that Haelun'or and Holm do the same."

[Cethis Vincrute 13]

Turning back from the door he nods to Sythra, chuckling lightly as he thinks

"I have no love for Oren, but if they are going to try this now. To strong-arm our allies under the pretense of diplomacy. They will not be allowed in our waters. Their boats will be stopped, and if they fire upon us. Let their own god help them."

[Mingpow321 285]

Arn has a disgruntled look on his face at the abrupt end of the meeting.

"I shall speak with the Silverblades, perhaps I can persuade them from using their cannons. Mitigate the damage done upon the Island... As for whose side I bare arms with, that truly depends. Perhaps I shall stay neutral in this fight, it would not be wise to draw the blood of my potential partners, elf or Silverblade.

Sythra, if you would, I request that you do not clash with the Silverblades. We both know that bloodshed should not happen upon ArmaLuna. If you would simply give it to them, not out of weakness but wisdom, it would be a true gesture of your dedication to ArmaLuna."

[Braxis 813]

* Uthor stays in the room not leaving with nicolas having his own way home. He hears the words "Oren" and of thier army approched. A army of unarmored men who wished interaction and trade, Not a fight like the holm men he thought already having said this countless times*

" For the last time Oren is not even invovled, With Godfrey in his statue like state, Richard is the steward and he declined all oren military aid. Look at our gear Nico and i wore. No marks of Oren, Just Silverblade as said, Even by you. One group does not speak for a nation, those were thy councils ruling to us when the vanguards raided ager four elven days in a row. Our house is human, Elfs and high elfs and mixed bloods and only a well known few serve Oren, most of our fighters do not even hail from Oren."

* Looks ar Arn and sighs shaking his head*

"I pray if any blood shed is done, none of it to scar the lands. Myself am not going to this "Skrimish" for the island. I am fighting a Home front agasint a War-Band of living armor.. Be safe Arn,Cethis And High Princess."

He walks to the door his 4 Guards following Grunting about Rivens battles to come and head to the docks to the cloud temple*

[ Sorry for the grammer done on Ipod]

[Braxis 813]

-snip ipod derped and double posted, Fm/gm unapprove this since i cant on my ipod please-

[Aerinyes 402]

"Arn I request that you gather up your neighbors and arrange for an emergency meeting with our council. I do not wish to see your people hurt nor your homes destroyed. However I do not wish to see you live under tyranny either.

The details of our position is something I wish to discuss with you and your own."

[Arkelos 1027]

"Aeroch Nor will not be providing soldiers to either side, I'll make it clear right now. I will not harm any future alliances. Sythra, Cethis while I have you both here, I should tell you that Aeroch Nor holds no Hostility towards both of you, and hopes that in the future can be allies with both of you two.

That being said, I should go. Syrio's beard is my only way back home.

[Mingpow321 285]

Arn smiles ruefully at Sythra.

"You want all of the residents of ArmaLuna? Well, you're looking at them. To my knowledge, we are only missing Sean and Eurydice, both of whom I have not seen in some years."

[John Hunter 20]

Sean Bradshaw, who has been sitting quietly at the back of the room during the meeting, stands and steps to the table to address Arn.

"Arn my friend. It is good to see you, as always. Although, I grow worried about you. Have you strayed so far from the heart of the island? Do you truly think that the Silverblades should lord over the island? Are you so blinded to their arrogance, narcissism, and violence? To them, ArmaLuna would be but another gem in their crown of which to boast and flaunt."

Looks at Arn sadly

"I begin to wonder if the Silverblades have blinded you with some promise of power and prestige in exchange for your efforts to aid them in acquiring the island."

"You also speak as if you have some control over the island. I made you and Eurydice part of the council as an honor. However, as head of the council, I maintained control of ArmaLuna and her interests."

"In private conversations you have recently alluded to the idea that Malinor doesn't have the best intentions for ArmaLuna. I challenge you now to be straightforward and blunt in this. Here sits the High Princess. Address her and I with any concerns you have about the current agreement between ArmaLuna and Malinor."

Sean takes a seat at the table and folds his hands in front of him. He looks across the table at Arn.

[Mingpow321 285]

Arn nods to Sean, smiling warmly and not the least bit disgruntled by his qualms.

"A pleasure to see you as well, friend, though I do wish it was not under such circumstances. I wish to start by saying that in no way have I been swayed from the Island's best interest, it is still my foremost priority in this matter. As for the Silverblades, no they have not bribed me or promised me anything to sway my judgement. I merely asked Sythra to withdraw her claim to avoid the inevitable bloodshed, for it /is/ unnecessary.

Now, as for the council and my 'power', I have none. I speak like I do for the sake of the Isle and if you truly think my words are not in its best interest then override them. But I will have you know one thing, a council is made to make decisions together. I did not see a council being held when we were handed to the elves, the people of ArmaLuna were given no choice. Even if the people are all of three..."

Arn leans on the table, looking across to Sean.

[Aerinyes 402]

"This Island was not simply 'handed' to us, Arn. We made an agreement to support and defend the island with our resources and to keep the island as autonomous as possible. Asking only friendship and cooperation in return.

It is obvious that Oren wishes no cooperation. They only made demands and threats in hopes to cow our peoples. They have made a grave mistake. I will be seeing to it that their Emperor punishes them severely for this atrocity. Even if I have to force his hand to.

ArmaLuna is only part of this. They have insulted our wisdom and our existence, and that has gone on long enough. An example will be made of them.

Whether it be at ArmaLuna, or in the heart of their Empire."

[Agnub 605]

James had fallen asleep again and awoke to find the area much less busy. He looked around and nodded to any who were left before leaving the meeting area en route to his beach house on the south shore of Armaluna.

James entered his comfortable abode, put on some swimming trunks, and laid out on the sand by the shore. Thinking out loud he said: "Perhaps when the "owners" are done bickering amongst themselves they might actually ask the opinions of their residents on the matter..."

"Hmph, and that darkie High Princess does not seem to realize that the Silverblades were claiming the island, not Oren nor Godfrey. It's almost as if she desires and wishes to instigate a conflict..."

"... And what was Holm doing there? I guess they're not smart enough to see they're a non-factor in the world of politics...

"Oh well... I guess not everybody can be as smart as a Hightower."

[John Hunter 20]

Sean listens to Sythra then replies to Arn.

"Arn, ultimately authority lay with me to make decisions and I have done so. It is unfortunate if that does not sit well with you. Now, you say you only wish for Malinor to withdraw it's claim? Do you truly wish for ArmaLuna to be totally independent? How can that be if you also express a desire for the Silverblades to take control? And what good can the Silverblades do for ArmaLuna that Malinor cannot?"

[Mingpow321 285]

Arn nods his head in reply to Sean.

"You are correct, the ultimate decision /does/ lie with you. But, there was a council so we might give input upon the decisions being made by ArmaLuna in the world. And I never said I wished for ArmaLuna to be independent, I merely believe that if Malinor withdraws their claim it will keep the peace. Now, as for what the Silverblades can do? I know for a fact they'll listen to you and me, they're trustworthy folks whom I have had the pleasure of knowing since Aegis. Second, they are, to my knowledge, the richest people in Asulon at the moment. They would spare no expense to see ArmaLuna back on its feet. And finally, they have the military power to support us. Who do you really think will be the victor of the coming battle, no offense to you, High Princess.

[John Hunter 20]

Sean shakes his head in disappointment.

"So we cast ArmaLuna into the arms of the rich?"

*chuckles ruefully*

"I grow tired of these disputes and arguments. I had hoped bringing ArmaLuna under the fold of Malinor would end these very issues. It's through no fault of Malinor that they continue, but it seems even the care of the elves isn't enough to keep the greed of men at bay."

Sean sighs quietly then slowly pushes away from the table and stands up.

"I have much to think about. I will depart."

*bows to the High Princess and quietly leaves the chamber.