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Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, from the ✠ ✠ 21st of Horen’s Calling, The Year of Our Lord, 1973. Nuptials of Sarkozic & Augusten. Peace unto Azorite and Adrian Midlander. We bring intimation from our gutte sister, Lady Feliska of Azor, she is finally to be wed! Sundry years of most noble courtship have passed between the couple, Lord Tobiasz Sarkozic and Lady Feliska, and now they will come before 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 to make their promises, bound in Holy Matrimony. So, it is with this missive that we invite kinsfolk and allies alike, to attend their joining together, and subsequent celebrations. We celebrate the transition of my sister to wife, and the binding of House Sarkozic and von Augusten as friends and hereafter kin by marriage. The ceremony is to be held by the venerable Mother Alrisha in the Kapelle des Sankt Michael (c. Chapel of Saint Michael). The union itself to be followed by praises for the couple and further merriment from the feast hall in Rikardsburg. The to-be-weds beckon friends, peers and relatives to join them for this joyous occasion. Invitations, formal and personal, are sent to those listed below. For the ceremony and feast! ✠ Formal Invitations: Her Majesty, Catherine I, Queen of the Commonwealth of the Petra, and her royal pedigree. Her Majesty, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë, Queen of the Númenedain, and her royal pedigree. His Grace, Aurel von Theonus, Margrave of Marignan, and his noble pedigree. The Honourable, Wilford & Atticus Reinhold, Viscounts of Stormont and their noble pedigree. His Lordship, Caderyn-Edwyn Isovar O'Rourke, Lord of Al'Ildic and his noble pedigree. His Lordship, Alwyn II of House Glennmaer, Lord of Formindon and his noble pedigree. His Lordship, Marius Lovetts, Baron of Hrenthorne, and his noble pedigree. Electors of the Waldenian Diet. Citizens of the Commonwealth and Beznov. Personal Invitations: Her Majesty, Renilde of the Petra, Queen-Emeritus of the Petra. His Royal Highness, Paul of the Petra, Duke of Valfleur & Prince of the Petra, and his princely pedigree. His Grace, Ser Sterling Whitewood, Duke of Brabant, and his noble pedigree. His Lordship, Henrik Amador, Viscount of Zvezlund, and his noble pedigree. The Most Honourable, Wilhelmina Temesch, Viscountess-Consort of San Adriano, and all members of the noble House Temesch et Martiel. Her Ladyship, Rosalind Valkonen, Baroness of Svargrad, and her noble pedigree. Her Ladyship, Camilla Falkner, and all members of the noble House Falkner. Mister, Rigoberto de la Cruz, and his esteemed companions. Stefan Euler, Turtle Sage. Doctor Professor Xob Wobson. ✠ A Prayer for Peace. O’ Almighty Lord, You who are Yourself our peace and reconciliation, grant us peace. Make all men and women witnesses of Your truth, justice and love. Banish from their hearts whatever might endanger peace; And by Your bestowal of holiest matrimony unto us, enlighten all your servants, that they may guarantee and defend Your gift of peace. May longed-for peace blossom forth and reign always and evermore. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, The Right Honourable, 𝕿𝖔𝖇𝖎𝖆𝖘𝖟 𝕸𝖆𝖝𝖎𝖒 𝕾𝖆𝖗𝖐𝖔𝖟𝖎𝖈, Maer of Beznov, Burgher of the Adrian Duma. Her Ladyship, 𝕱𝖊𝖑𝖎𝖘𝖐𝖆 𝕵𝖆𝖓𝖆 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, The Honourable, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Viscount of Azor, Patriarch of House von Augusten, Seneschal of the River Court, Elector of Hohengarten, Deacon of Casica & Monsignor for The Petra. The Venerable, 𝕬𝖑𝖗𝖎𝖘𝖍𝖆 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Priestess of the Church, Holy Knight of Temperance to the Order of St. Jude & Kaplan of Rikardsburg.

Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, aided by 𝕽𝖊𝖓𝖆𝖚𝖑𝖙 𝕸𝖆𝖗𝖈𝖊𝖑𝖑𝖚𝖘 𝕿𝖊𝖒𝖊𝖘𝖈𝖍 𝖊𝖙 𝕸𝖆𝖗𝖙𝖎𝖊𝖑 from the ✠ ✠ 9th of Harren’s Folly, The Year of Our Lord, 1969. Ball for a Loyal Ward. Be merry Azorites! For our ward, the Lord Renault is to celebrate his sixteenth name day. Since his youngest years we have deputed the Temesch heirling. We were entrusted with his protection and cultivation, by our sister, Wilhelmina of Azor, Countess-Consort of Martiel. Here, within our walls, the keep of Rikardsburg, the young Lord Renault has found sanctuary and as he reaches maturation, pruned and prodded to perfection, we now bid him to put Rikardsburg to use and host his first ball. As such, with all that said, we invite Azorites, Augustens, Friends and Family alike; to attend our festivities. We celebrate the young burgeoning into maturity; 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 willing, our kinder will know a better epoch than us. We also observe this current vernal season, the end of wintertide and the beginning of a spring of change. The ball is simply themed in the masquerade style. We entreat our invitees to interpret the theme as desired, all that is asked is that revellers attend the ball masked. May the shrouds concealing our particularities, be a source of fun for the evening! ✠ Formal Invitations: Her Majesty, Catherine I, Queen of the Commonwealth of the Petra, and her royal pedigree. His Grace, Aurel von Theonus, Margrave of Marignan, and his noble pedigree. The Right Honourable, Adrian Temesch et Martiel, Count of Martiel, and his noble pedigree. His Excellency, Wilford Reinhold, Viscount of Stormont, and his noble pedigree. His Lordship, Marius Lovetts, Baron of Hrenthorpe, and his noble pedigree. Knights of the Petrine Laurel. Citizens of the Commonwealth & denizens of the Grand Covenant realms. Electors of the Waldenic Diet. Personal Invitations: Her Majesty, Renilde of the Petra, Queen-Emeritus of the Petra. His Royal Highness, Paul of the Petra, Duke of Valfleur & Prince of the Petra, and his princely pedigree. His Grace, Ser Sterling Whitewood, Duke of Brabant, and his noble pedigree. His Lordship, Henrik Amador, Viscount of Zvezlund, and his noble pedigree. Her Ladyship, Camilla Falkner, and all members of House Falkner. Mister, Rigoberto de la Cruz, and his companions. Members of House von Leopold. ✠ A Prayer for The Youth. We cry without ceasing, O’ Lord, to Your fatherly goodness That You might sanctify our kinder with Your divine blessings. Drive from them every influence of evil so that they may enjoy good health and be full vigour, To give praise and thanks unto Thee, the Sanctifier and Preserver of all things. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, The Honourable, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Viscount of Azor, Patriarch of House von Augusten, Seneschal of the River Court, Elector of Hohengarten, Deacon of Casica & Monsignor for The Petra. His Lordship, 𝕽𝖊𝖓𝖆𝖚𝖑𝖙 𝕸𝖆𝖗𝖈𝖊𝖑𝖑𝖚𝖘 𝕿𝖊𝖒𝖊𝖘𝖈𝖍 𝖊𝖙 𝕸𝖆𝖗𝖙𝖎𝖊𝖑, Heir to the County of Martiel.

Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓 from the ✠ ✠ 11th of Sun’s Smile, The Year of Our Lord, 1964. The First Born Augusten Heir. We give thanks unto 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙. Let Him be praised for He has brought us our newborn son. A year has passed since the blessed coming of our first born (1963). Since then the Viscountess has found time for respite, recovery and prayer, as have all Azorites within the Viscounty. Since the war’s end Rikardsburg has sought to prosper upon the Covenant’s peace. We pray that as peace persists Azor and her Azorites may endure, let the birth of her next master be the mark of this fresh epoch. With that said, we introduce His Lordship, 𝕶𝖔𝖓𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓𝖙𝖎𝖓 𝕷𝖊𝖔𝖓 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓 [@FireAGN]. We are overjoyed to make this pronouncement and kindly entreat that all whom read this bequest a moment of their prayers to the newborn lordling. Ask 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 for His Grace, and that Konstantin may age to become a great dynast for the Augustens. A long life to him! – The little Lord Konstantin, finds himself named for my father, the current Viscount-Emeritus and our childhood mentor Sir Konstantin von Theonus of Bingleburg, may his youth be as marked by wise men as these lords, for which he is named in honour of. We have also given Konstantin the name Leon, in reference to the d’Azors of old. As we Augustens hearken to our forebears, of their lineage, may our kinder prosper in the Petra as they did for many summers before us. As a final remark, by rights afforded to us by the Catherinian Code and the privileges gifted to us as Viscount of Azor, we affirm that the Lord Konstantin Leon von Augusten shall be the sole and unique heir to our lands and titles. 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 guide him. ✠ A Prayer for All Kinder . O’ Lord, Father Almighty we pray, That through the intercession of Saint Ottomar, You will protect our kinder. Keep them safe from harm and help them grow, Make them worthy of Your sight, And give them strength to keep their faith in You, To keep alive their joy. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, His Excellency, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Viscount of Azor, Patriarch of House von Augusten, Vice-Chancellor of the Commonwealth of the Petra, Seneschal of the River Court, Deacon of Casica & Monsignor for the Petra. The Honourable, 𝕿𝖍𝖊𝖔𝖉𝖔𝖘𝖞𝖆 𝕹𝖆𝖙𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖞𝖆 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Viscountess-Consort of Azor & Matriarch of House von Augusten.

Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓 from the ✠ ✠ 12th of Tobias’ Bounty, The Year of Our Lord, 1963. Passing on the Viscomital Coronet. Blessings onto Azor. It has been many years since our current Viscount brought regency onto Azor. His duties, within Azor and the greater Commonwealth, charged unto us, his son and heir. Entrusted with the mantle of regent to the Viscounty, we have led with great zeal. We have overseen the final construction of Rikardsburg and led the Azorite forces into battle, alongside Petrine and Covenant banners, where many Azorites fought valiantly and saw Veletz’ end. As Lord Konstantin continues to be burdened with the troubles of his age, it has been brought upon us that our inheritance, the Viscounty of Azor, should be passed unto us instanter. As such, and with our dear Father’s agreeance, we declare that we are to take the mantle of Viscount. We take the title of Viscount of Azor and Lord of Rikardsburg, we also declare that we should be recognised as a peer of the Petra. We affirm our Father’s pledges to our liege lady, Queen Catherine I, and make our own to Her Majesty, so help me 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙. Lord Konstantin, shall be known as the Viscount-Emeritus of Azor and we pray that our Father finds respite as he continues to age; may 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 protect him and continue to gift him with gutte health. May it also be known, that our good wife, the Lady Theodosya, shall now bear the title of Viscountess of Azor. As our consort, she shall continue to support us as we take on the full tasks of the Viscomital title. We offer her to take charge of 𝕯𝖊𝖗 𝕳𝖔𝖋 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕽𝖎𝖐𝖆𝖗𝖉𝖘𝖇𝖚𝖗𝖌 (Court of Rikardsburg), with our 𝕭𝖚𝖗𝖌𝖒𝖆𝖓𝖓 as her aid, in that endeavour. ✠ A Prayer for Family. O’ Gott of goodness and mercy, To Your fatherly guidance we commend our family, household and all our belongings. We commit all to Your love and keeping; fill our family with Thy blessings. Keep far from us, above all else, the blemish of sin, For You alone reign in our midst by divine law, holy love and by the exercise of every Canonist virtue. Let every one of us obey and set ourselves to follow in the example of Your Saints and Exalted. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, His Excellency, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Viscount of Azor, Patriarch of House von Augusten, Vice-Chancellor of the Commonwealth of the Petra, Seneschal of the River Court, Deacon of Casica & Monsignor for the Petra. The Honourable, 𝕶𝖔𝖓𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓𝖙𝖎𝖓 𝕰𝖉𝖒𝖚𝖓𝖉 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Viscount-Emeritus of Azor. 𝕻𝖊𝖙𝖊𝖗 𝕮𝖍𝖆𝖗𝖑𝖊𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕷𝖊𝖔𝖕𝖔𝖑𝖉, Burgmann of Rikardsburg & Patriarch of House von Leopold.

Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓 from the ✠ ✠ 12th of Owyn’s Flame, The Year of Our Lord, 1961. Wretched Aunts & Rotten Cousins. We are no stranger to falsehood and unfounded accusations. It was not so long ago we implored for the Holy Mother Church to clear us of misguided imputations, made unto us by those we thought of as friends and cousins. Yet, despite our aunt Marlena’s involvement in protecting us, we were only kinder at the time, and despite witnessing the hatred of men who had forgotten mercy for the temptation of lies and woe. Our aunt has forgotten those events, and has forgotten her obligations to her kin; now only superficial ideals of honour cloud her judgement, and she forgets love. My engaged, Lady Theodosya Amador, of Mondstadt, never entered courtship with Lord Peter Theodoric d’Arkent, in fact he was rejected outright upon proposing a courtship. To suggest that the gutte, 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙-fearing Lady Theodosya was involved in any way with my cousin is a vile lie, and will be considered a great slight against Lady Theodosya, all Azorites, our Cadet Houses and every von Augusten. We quietly tolerated the slights of many before, but now refuge has been found, tresspasses against our name shall no longer be permissed. Especially those in regards to the dreamt-up, broken romance of a cotquean heirling. It is also a lie, and unfounded accusation, to suggest that we did not respond to the Lady d’Arkent’s letter, a plea to relinquish our courtship with our now promised, we did. It is the fault of yours, our aunt, that you did not keep your correspondence in order. May we refresh your memory of our letter’s contents: we commanded you cease your insults and hearsay chatter and asked for a meeting, so all bad feelings could be aired. You failed to respond and instead insult us for your poor attempts at communication. It must be sad to pretend that one visits their family. It is almost laughable that you claim a deep connection between our families, when it has been little over a decade since we were graced with the presence of our d’Arkent cousins. Or is it the delusions of an ailing woman, maddened by the incessant demands of a son in need of permanent mothering, that brings you to make up your relationship with us? A son not even able to announce his own denouncements, dependent on his mother to solve his transgressions, fearful of this great big world. The boy Teddy must only feel safe clinging to his mother’s breast. It is with these enlightened words of clarification, that we now command you to come to Rikardsburg with haste and offer your apologies, before us and before all publically. We shall see that you kneel before us, as a daughter of von Augusten, and show us your penance. We offer you and your son our forgiveness, should you take it we shall receive you once more, and allow you to rejoin our family as before. Should you deny it, you will never be allowed to rejoin us, von Augustens, you shall be disgraced and disowned and would have dishonoured yourself to have not reconciled your own blood. 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙’s Mercy unto you aunt, and cousins d’Arkent. May He guide you to choose the righteous choice. ✠ A Prayer against Heathenry & Traitors. Lord Gott Almight, come to my aid; Punish the heathen, show no mercy to the evil traitor! Almighty Gott, stop those flattering lips, and cut off those bragging tongues; Your Words are pure, we endure for You, You will keep us safe from all anguish. Save us from heathenry and traitors, be their end, but be our beginning. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, His Lordship, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Heir to the Viscounty of Azor, Regent to House von Augusten, Vice-Chancellor of the Commonwealth of the Petra, Seneschal of the River Court, Deacon of Casica & Monsignor for the Petra.

Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓 from the ✠ ✠ 10th of Owyn’s Flame, The Year of Our Lord, 1960. Blessed Nuptials. Be merry Azorites! It is with a heart full of glee that we, finally, announce the nuptials of Lady Theodosya Amador, of Mondstadt and Lord Friedrich von Augusten, of Azor. After several years of joyous courtship, they have finally promised to bind themselves to each other by holy matrimony. A 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙-ly pair, may it be a prosperous and long union. The nuptials are to be performed by Mother Alrisha within the Kapelle des Sankt Michael (c. Chapel of Saint Michael), within the seat of House von Augusten, the Keep of Rikardsburg. The sacrament of marriage shall take place after the Blessing of Rikardsburg, and shall be followed by a grand feast held in the feast hall of Rikardsburg. We beckon friends, peers and relatives to join us for this joyous occasion. Invitations, formal or personal, are sent to those listed below. ✠ Formal Invitations: Her Majesty, Catherine I, Queen of the Commonwealth of the Petra, and her royal pedigree. His Grace, Aurel von Theonus, Margrave of Marignan, and his noble pedigree. His Excellency, Adrian Temesch, Count of Martiel, and his noble pedigree. His Excellency, Xavier Adiler, Count of Maehr’nor, and his noble pedigree. The Honourable, Wilford & Atticus Reinhold, Viscounts of Stormont and their noble pedigree. His Lordship, Marius Lovetts, Baron of Hrenthorne, and his noble pedigree. Citizens of the Commonwealth & denizens of the Grand Covenant realms. Personal Invitations: The Honourable, Marlena d’Arkent, Countess of Salia, and all members of House d’Arkent. The Honorable, Henrik Amador, Viscount of Mondstadt, and his noble pedigree. Her Ladyship, Camilla Falkner, and all members of House Falkner. Members of House von Leopold. ✠ A Prayer for the Newly Weds. We offer our prayers to Almighty Gott, He who willed man and wife should be one, May He keep this union, bound by sacred promise. May He make their love fruitful, and so by His grace, make them witnesses of charity itself. Bless the noble families of Amador and Augusten, O’ Lord, we offer our prayers for them. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, Her Ladyship, 𝕿𝖍𝖊𝖔𝖉𝖔𝖘𝖞𝖆 𝕹𝖆𝖙𝖆𝖑𝖎𝖞𝖆 𝕬𝖒𝖆𝖉𝖔𝖗. His Excellency, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Heir to the Viscounty of Azor, Regent to House von Augusten, Vice-Chancellor of the Commonwealth of the Petra, Seneschal of the River Court, Deacon of Casica & Monsignor for The Petra.

Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓 from the ✠ ✠ 10th of Owyn’s Flame, The Year of Our Lord, 1960. Rikardsburg Rises ! _________________________ [!] The keep of Rikardsburg’s western face, along the cliffs of The Petra. Before dawn.. [Credit to @TaytoTot for the screenie] _________________________ It is by the grace of 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 and, Her Majesty, Catherine of the Petra that we, the House von Augusten find our peace. Behold, Rikardsburg has risen! Erected overlooking the river Petra, and bearing homage to our departed kinsman, and castle architect, Baron Richard von Leopold of Edendorf. The keep of Rikardsburg even bearing his name. The lands of Azor stretch, from our seat in Rikardsburg, across the flatlands and up to the eastern borders of Solland. And so our prayers are fulfilled; we now have a home, a place where our weary may rest and our kinder be protected. Receiving these good tidings, we also announce the establishment of the 𝕮𝖔𝖚𝖗𝖙 𝖔𝖋 𝕽𝖎𝖐𝖆𝖗𝖉𝖘𝖇𝖚𝖗𝖌. A place where Azorites may offer their services to the Viscounty and pursue their interests for her benefit. Currently, only two positions have been filled. It is our hope that once the court is properly established, more will be inclined to join it; subjects and kin, alike. _________________________ [!] Azorites gather to seek an audience with the Viscount, watched on by members of The Court of Rikardsburg. _________________________ ✠ 𝕯 𝖊 𝖗 𝕳 𝖔 𝖋 𝖛 𝖔 𝖓 𝕽 𝖎 𝖐 𝖆 𝖗 𝖉 𝖘 𝖇 𝖚 𝖗 𝖌 ✠ The Court of Rikardsburg T h e 𝕭 𝖚 𝖗 𝖌 𝖒 𝖆 𝖓 𝖓 held by Peter Charles von Leopold [@FireAGN] The Burgmann acts as the first attendant to the Viscount. They shall be tasked with upholding the stewardship of Rikardsburg and managing the household, as the Viscount’s primary representative. It is not uncommon for the Burgmann to act on the Viscount’s behalf should he be absent. Customarily held by a member of House von Leopold. T h e 𝕶 𝖆 𝖕 𝖑 𝖆 𝖓 held by Mother Alrisha [@Lesha] Personal chaplain and confessor to the family von Augusten, they shall reside within the Kapelle des Sankt Michael (c. Chapel of Saint Michael), where they will perform sacraments for the viscomital household, and receive their confessions. Blessings on Rikardsburg. With the completed construction of the keep it is our profound duty to petition the Church to offer 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙-ly blessings upon our castle and home. Let the Almighty’s clergymen offer His protection unto Rikardsburg, may she never fall out of Von Augusten hands and may 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 make her a place of peace, warmth and happiness. With Cardinal Rhosyn of Casica’s approval it shall be Mother Alrisha, who will perform the rites thereby blessing the keep. We hereby humbly invite those listed below to attend this blessing of Rikardsburg, to be followed by a family wedding for Lord Friedrich and Lady Theodosya, and a feast in celebration. ✠ Formal Invitations: Her Majesty, Catherine I, Queen of the Commonwealth of the Petra, and her royal pedigree. His Grace, Aurel von Theonus, Margrave of Marignan, and his noble pedigree. His Excellency, Adrian Temesch, Count of Martiel, and his noble pedigree. His Excellency, Xavier Adiler, Count of Maehr’nor, and his noble pedigree. The Honourable, Wilford & Atticus Reinhold, Viscounts of Stormont and their noble pedigree. His Lordship, Marius Lovetts, Baron of Hrenthorne, and his noble pedigree. Citizens of the Commonwealth & denizens of the Grand Covenant realms. Personal Invitations: The Honourable, Marlena d’Arkent, Countess of Salia, and all members of House d’Arkent. The Honorable, Henrik Amador, Viscount of Mondstadt, and his noble pedigree. Her Ladyship, Camilla Falkner, and all members of House Falkner. Members of House von Leopold. ✠ A Prayer for Rikardsburg. Lord Gott Almighty, bless this keep of Rikardsburg, that it be a shelter of health, purity, and self-control; That may prevail here a spirit of humility, goodness, mildness and obedience. All Your blessed virtues. Gratitude unto Gott, may His blessing remain on this place and on those who live here, now and always. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, His Excellency, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Heir to the Viscounty of Azor, Regent to House von Augusten, Vice-Chancellor of the Commonwealth of the Petra, Seneschal of the River Court, Deacon of Casica & Monsignor for The Petra. The Honourable, 𝕶𝖔𝖓𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓𝖙𝖎𝖓 𝕰𝖉𝖒𝖚𝖓𝖉 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Viscount of Azor & Patriarch of House von Augusten. His Lordship, 𝕻𝖊𝖙𝖊𝖗 𝕮𝖍𝖆𝖗𝖑𝖊𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕷𝖊𝖔𝖕𝖔𝖑𝖉, Burgmann of Rikardsburg & Patriarch of House von Leopold.

Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓 from the ✠ ✠ 12th of Tobias’ Bounty, The Year of Our Lord, 1957. Good and Faithful Augustens. As of late, many of our ilk have shown their continued commitment to the Holy Mother Church, but most importantly to Almighty 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙, with their unwavering service to His church. It has long been the determination of this noble house to serve the Church. It was a great blessing they had offered us when our good name was cleared upon their testing, and so we have always sought to be good servants to Our Lord foremost, but also to the Canonist doctrine. With that it brings us great pleasure to offer recognition to some of the most faithful amongst our family. Friedrich Hans von Augusten; After studying under His Eminence, Cardinal Brandt, of Albarosa, until our severance from the United Kingdom. Then, subsequently, after many further years of study as an acolyte under Her Eminence, Cardinal Rhosyn, of Casica, Lord Friedrich has finally been ordained as Deacon of the Church of the Canon. It shall be his duty to aid the newly formed Diocese of Casica. The ceremony of ordination was performed within the Temple of the Four Exalted, by His Grace, Bishop Frantzisko, of Buron. We pray that Friedrich is up to the task and 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 shows him mercy for his services. Alrisha Franziska von Augusten; For a lengthy time, Sister Alrisha, has been a faithful and valued member of the Order of Saint Jude. A commendation can already be awarded to her for her steadfast piety, remaining true within the orders. As such, and a recognition of her ever faithful service, Sister Alrisha has been ordained as a Priest of the Diocese of Buron. Aided by the tutelage of Her Eminence, Cardinal Rhosyn, of Casica her ceremony of ordination was attended by the Bishop of Buron and even, as a humble spectator, His Holiness, the High Pontiff. Amongst Mother Alrisha’s other successes, she has been named a Holy Knight, an honour awarded to the most unswerving of St. Jude’s monastics. Now, Mother Alrisha, of Buron, this Augusten priest has but only begun her journey as an ordained clergywoman. We pray 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 offers Alrisha strength as she continues to serve Him. ✠ A Prayer for the Clergy. Almighty Gott, keep Your priests within the shelter of Your most Divine Heart, where no sullied hands may reach them. Bless their labours with abundant fruit, and may the souls to whom they minister be their joy and consolation here, and their everlasting crown hereafter. O’ Lord, give our Pontiff Your holy favour, and obtain for us numerous and blest priests. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, His Excellency, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Heir to the Viscounty of Azor, Regent to House von Augusten, Vice-Chancellor of the Commonwealth of the Petra, Seneschal of the River Court & Deacon of Casica.

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Friedrich took hold of the missive in his singular hand, his brows furrowed deeper with each line he read. Then, his reading done, he slid the paper across his desk away from himself, an audible huff escaping his lips. "Some vise vords und useful history from gutte Renilde." The Augusten quietly mused to himself. "Bullies indeed." - "Zhe plot zhickens und zhe end of zhe Anthema grows nearer. Gott, see us zhrough zhis var, zhe Anathema under your heel und may Your peace reign again." A true zealot, Friedrich signed the Lorraine across his front then quickly left his chambers to pray for the war effort, in the ruins of Vallagne's Abbey.

Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓 from the ✠ ✠ 8th of Tobias’ Bounty, The Year of Our Lord, 1953. The One-Armed Lordling. The fight to eliminate the excommunicated persists. Our own noble house has already felt the vile acts of the Ferrymen and their Veletzer dogs. But it was not, as of yet, that Augusten blood had been spilt. In a pitiful failed attempt at seizure of the young Lord Friedrich, were 𝖉𝖗𝖊𝖎 (three) Ferrymen routed by Petrine Knights. Though an arm lost to the wicked whims of those thugs, Lord Friedrich, now finds a moment of rest from it all. He is renewed and has been treated in the Petrine Infirmary. He is keen to find his footing again, ready to join the Petra and her allies on the front. It deserves a raucous laugh from all that read this, that the Anathema, that dared mock the retreat of our allies, make their own humiliating retreat. It should serve as a reminder to our neighbours in The League that we, and our noble allies, hold 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙’s holy favour and with this most sacred of rewards we will serve his divine retribution. A righteous justice that shall end humanities suffering from your 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙-less violence. And so will every one of his temples be filled with his laity and love once more, with no fear of being ravaged, desecrated, or torched at your envenomed hands. Stay away Ferryman, for you may have to run away again! ✠ A Prayer for the Injured and Ailing. Almighty Gott, please look upon us with mercy. Rest your healing hand upon the injured and ailing bodies of those ravaged by this war, Let them find peace, as You allow new life to flow through their being and the depths of their souls, cleanse and restore them. O’ Lord, as they deliver your peace, may You reform them back to wholeness and strength, For Your Divine Glory. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, His Lordship, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Heir to the Viscounty of Azor and Regent of House von Augusten.

Issued by 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓 from the ✠ ✠ 10th of Horen’s Calling, The Year of Our Lord, 1953. A Call To Eagles, Von Augusten. To arms, 𝕭𝖗𝖚𝖉𝖊𝖗𝖘! Our noble Queen, Her Majesty, Catherine I, of the Petra, does call us to fulfil our duty. With that call do I command you, tall and small, to arms. All abled bodies are called to the front, there we shall hold our banner besides our Petrine masters and fight, shoulder to shoulder, to end the Anathema. They have scared our new home, they have performed foul acts within most sacred temples and they did even threaten, harm and kidnap our own. Let not their sins go without justice served! With this call I do ask the subjects of Azor and those who do claim the Augusten name to approach me, I will supply our armours with supplies to those brave men and women of our noble Viscounty. We fight for our country! We fight for our faith! 𝕲𝖔𝖙𝖙 awaits those that die valiantly on those damned fields of the Anathema. For as the proverb goes “The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord.” Should we die, do not fret, know we shall meet in the Almighty’s embrace. ✠ A Prayer for Our Soldiers. Almighty Gott, You who asks us to surrender all to You in prayer, take this prayer from my lips and into Your Divine Heart; Protect your humble servants in battle, be their constant companion and offer them Your Saving Grace should they fall. Guide their hearts, O’ Lord, and see that their enemies fight for nought. Bless us until the final victory is won and Your Peace restored. Amen. ✠ ✠ Signed, His Lordship, 𝕱𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖍 𝕳𝖆𝖓𝖘 𝖛𝖔𝖓 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖓, Heir to the Viscounty of Azor and Regent of House von Augusten.

It was a commonality that the Baron von Edendorf should climb the Langkette Mountains, he was charged with the construction of Hohengarten afterall. He would often survey the land, measure and envision, adjusting his plans to match his new discoveries. The wilds of the mountainous region were perilous however, and with the threat of barbarous Franks always looming over the unwary traveller, it was considered unwise to even think about travelling to the peak of the slopes. The irony, of course, was that The Baron did warn others of the danger, but would wander up those very slopes himself nonetheless. It was a cold and wet evening, Richard had sent his children to bed and ensured his youngest son, still a baby, was quietly tucked away and sleeping without a sound. He would give his beloved wife Xenia a quick goodbye: “Ich vill return in an hour or so, Ich am just going up zhe mountain zhen Ich vill return”. Xenia was always wary of the von Leopold patriarch leaving the house, his long ago capture and torture had always lingered in the back of her mind, she never wanted to be without him, not knowing when he might return or if he would ever return. But, despite her objections Richard did leave, scrolls of blueprints tucked under his arm and his usual grin upon his face. He did so enjoy his architectural mission, he dreamed of the place Hohengarten might become, he would sometimes scribble all night so enthralled by his plans he would fall asleep on them despite his bed being a few steps away from his desk. So full of energy he’d begin his ascent of the peaks, his mission was to reach the Hohengarten Plateau and to continue his survey of the area. The journey was quite difficult for the inexperienced, but for a Highlander it was no trouble. He passed the hanging tree, he always covered his nose as he passed the wretched stench of charred darkspawn carcass also made his stomach turn, even the thought of the smell made his stomach turn. But always in hand was the handkerchief Xenia had made him all those years ago, when they were young and had just met, what days those were. Memories would often flood Richard’s thoughts, he would think of the past and dream of the future. He was always teased by others for his belief in prophecy and fortune telling but he was by nature a dreamer, someone enticed by the prospect of fulfilling a life’s mission. At this time he was content, all he could have hoped for in this life had come true, and now as a man of middling age all he had to do was watch it all prosper and grow. His children were soon to enter their teen years and he felt comfortable with his position in The United Kingdom of Aaun. All in his life was good, God had blessed him. He would continue up the path, up and up, higher into the wilds of the mountains. He was whistling away, a rhythmic skip in his step as he ascended higher, a dead giveaway to any nearby Frankish tribesmen. Richard could be stupid and hard headed sometimes, he had often been warned to be more careful, but it never sank in. As he would continue his jovial march up into the mountains he would soon be spotted by some Frankish scouts, the beginning of his end. Soon after being spotted, a large number of Franks came clattering down from higher up the mountains. As Richard had read in several accounts of The Franks, the barbarians would run at him flinging their arms like wild men, screeching and yelling in some foreign tongue. A language that sounded demonic to him. The Legionnaire of twenty one years was shocked, nothing had brought so much fear into him as those wailing Franks. He was so stunned he could not move, simply staring at the approaching men with his eye wide open and mouth open ajar. Alone and helpless, even if he tried to fight he was bound to lose and so accepted defeat and allowed himself to be captured. The Frankish band bound his hands and led him to their camp. Imprisoned like a prize hunting catch Richard pondered on his position, was there a chance of escape? What were they planning to do to him? Eat him? Well at least Richard hoped not. For now all he could do was pray, as he was dragged to his doom he would think of his children offering them his prayers. Recalling his first child Franziska, may she always be happy and find solace in her passions, he prayed. And his eldest son Lorand, may he continue to prosper and become the great fighter has always wanted to be. Miklos, Nikolaus, be safe and may you grow up knowing you are cherished and loved. Who knows what happened to Richard von Leopold in that Frankish encampment? But it was clear that they did not take kindly to his intrusion on their territory. He was most likely gravely tortured and murdered, maybe even gutted like a fish and sacrificed to their devilish gods? It is besides the point. Days later his corpse was found on the edges of The Crown Lands, his remains quickly gathered by Augusten servants and is now respectfully contained within a coffin. His body is not for viewing but rumours swirl about the state he was found in. Some say he was skewered on a pyke with his head severed from his torso, others try to imagine a more gruesome end. The families von Leopold, Korvacz and Augusten will surely seek vengeance on the Frankish tribes, a renewed offensive perhaps? But the time for vengeance will come, for now Richard’s family mourns. Sadly, now Richard’s story comes to an abrupt end. The loss will be felt all across Aaun, Richard was a man involved in many facets of Aaunish life, a member of The Privy Council, Receiver-General, in service of his King. The Baron of Edendorf, he had reunited his family’s lost heritage and made the von Leopold name known throughout the kingdom. A Legionnaire, he had served since he was sixteen, recruited by the late, great Prince Henry, he always felt honoured to fight for Aaun. He will be missed but will be watching all those he loved from the afterlife. May everyone pray for his immortal soul, may Richard rest in peace at the side of Almighty God, and all those who have passed before him. 𝕽 𝖎 𝖈 𝖍 𝖆 𝖗 𝖉 ' 𝖘 𝕰 𝖓 𝖉 Last Will and Testament of 𝕽 𝖎 𝖈 𝖍 𝖆 𝖗 𝖉 𝖛 𝖔 𝖓 𝕷 𝖊 𝖔 𝖕 𝖔 𝖑 𝖉 , 𝕭 𝖆 𝖗 𝖔 𝖓 𝖔 𝖋 𝕰 𝖉 𝖊 𝖓 𝖉 𝖔 𝖗 𝖋 Issued by His Lordship, 𝕻 𝖊 𝖙 𝖊 𝖗 𝖛 𝖔 𝖓 𝕷 𝖊 𝖔 𝖕 𝖔 𝖑 𝖉 , 𝕽 𝖊 𝖌 𝖊 𝖓 𝖙 𝖔 𝖋 𝕰 𝖉 𝖊 𝖓 𝖉 𝖔 𝖗 𝖋 the Year of our Lord, 1944. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ ❀ ❀ Since our terrible capture and subsequent liberation, in battles to defend Portoregne, it has come to me that though still young death is always near. Though we all dream for a long, fruitful life with a peaceful and painless death it is not our place to decide when or how we should pass onto the next life. This is why I write this document to secure the succession of Edendorf, House von Leopold, and most importantly ensure that, if I was to pass before my time, my children are well cared for. On that note, should I be faced with my untimely end, let it be known that my heir shall be 𝔉𝔯𝔞𝔫𝔷𝔦𝔰𝔨𝔞 𝔐𝔬𝔫𝔦𝔨𝔞 𝔳𝔬𝔫 𝔏𝔢𝔬𝔭𝔬𝔩𝔡. She shall inherit all of my lands and titles. She shall be known as Baroness of Edendorf. If she is too young, under the age of adulthood, she is to have a regent to act in her place until she is of age. This regent shall be my brother 𝔓𝔢𝔱𝔢𝔯 ℭ𝔥𝔞𝔯𝔩𝔢𝔰 𝔳𝔬𝔫 𝔏𝔢𝔬𝔭𝔬𝔩𝔡. He shall be charged with leadership of House von Leopold, until Franziska is old enough to take the helm of her inheritance, and lead our family. Heirlooms of House von Leopold are to be put under the protection of 𝔓𝔢𝔱𝔢𝔯 ℭ𝔥𝔞𝔯𝔩𝔢𝔰 𝔳𝔬𝔫 𝔏𝔢𝔬𝔭𝔬𝔩𝔡 and distributed at his discretion, I wished for the items to be distributed amongst all of my kinder. I advise that he acts wisely and tries his best to be fair and distribute all objects at appropriate times. I trust my brother to act in my interest and the interest of our family. The remainder of my wealth is to be distributed equally between 𝔉𝔯𝔞𝔫𝔷𝔦𝔰𝔨𝔞 𝔐𝔬𝔫𝔦𝔨𝔞 𝔳𝔬𝔫 𝔏𝔢𝔬𝔭𝔬𝔩𝔡, 𝔏𝔬𝔯𝔞𝔫𝔡 ℜ𝔦𝔠𝔥𝔞𝔯𝔡 𝔎𝔬𝔯𝔳𝔞𝔠𝔷 and any other of my children. Let it be known that I loved you all dearly, you were my heart, soul and mind. With this will I have left letters for each of you, they are to be distributed at your Uncle Peter’s behest. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ 𝔊 𝔒 𝔗 𝔗 𝔐 ℑ 𝔗 𝔘 𝔑 𝔖, His Lordship, Richard von Leopold, Baron of Edendorf His Lordship, Peter von Leopold, Executor of The Edendorf Estate

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𝕿 𝖍 𝖊 𝕳 𝖔 𝖚 𝖘 𝖊 𝖔 𝖋 𝕳 𝖚 𝖓 𝖙 𝖘 𝖍 𝖎 𝖑 𝖑 𝕱 𝖔 𝖚 𝖓 𝖉 , 𝖇 𝖚 𝖙 𝕯 𝖎 𝖘 𝖕 𝖆 𝖗 𝖆 𝖙 𝖊 Issued by the 𝕭 𝖆 𝖗 𝖔 𝖓 𝖔 𝖋 𝕰 𝖉 𝖊 𝖓 𝖉 𝖔 𝖗 𝖋 the year of our Lord, 1943. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ It is with a huge burden unloaded from my conscience that I write this missive. For the first years of my life I was unaware of the family my father came from, as were many. He was found, as a boy, by my grandmother Cosima Augusten, a beggar on the streets of the capital of Petra. Few regarded him as anything higher than what he was perceived to be, a clochard. But my grandmother saw who that boy really was, a frightened lad who carried the weight of a fallen house on his shoulders. She soon took him in and raised him as one of her own, raised alongside my dearest uncles and aunts. Then after came my mother, and Edendorf was born. My father, Philip von Leopold, was the last remaining descendant of House Huntshill-Novellen. Now, I must clarify we do not seek to claim any titles, to adopt the Huntshill name nor is this a nefarious plot to become something greater than we already are. This missive simply represents my wish to be done with this family secret, and to reconnect with our scattered cousins. Or at least those that are willing. We will remain loyal to our liege lords in Hohengarten, we will remain loyal to our King and most of all this will not change our family. We are to remain the von Leopolds and Barons of Edendorf, but let it be known to all those of similar familial lineage: we are open to welcoming you into our lives. His Majesty, King Adrian of Balian, has already greatly blessed my family and I by recognising us as his distant cousins. As I told him, and write here, His Majesty humbles us by recognising us as the last remnants of Huntshill. Once again, I wish to make clear that this missive does not in any way, wish to ennoble or dignify Imperial or Orenian pasts nor, as already mentioned, will we be adopting the Huntshill-Novellen name. Let it be made clear that we do not wish to dwell, reminiscing about our family’s past. We are the future, we have lived without that legacy for so many years so this news will not change us. Secrets now revealed and the burden of a generation undone, I now implore those that view us lower because of this news to not do so. Understand that this does not change us but unveil our past, a past that will remain as such. We are content with our position in Aaun and would not wish for any other. Lastly, to my dearest children, Franziska Monika von Leopold, Lorand Richard Korvacz and my newborn Miklós ‘Nicolaus’ Peter von Leopold, be enlightened in knowing where your origins lie; but know that you must be modest about this. You are no better or lesser than you were before this news. Remain true to Canonist teachings and uphold your humility. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ 𝔊 𝔒 𝔗 𝔗 𝔐 ℑ 𝔗 𝔘 𝔑 𝔖, His Lordship, Richard von Leopold, Baron of Edendorf

𝕿 𝖍 𝖊 𝕿 𝖍 𝖎 𝖗 𝖉 𝕭 𝖔 𝖗 𝖓 Issued by the 𝕭 𝖆 𝖗 𝖔 𝖓 𝖔 𝖋 𝕰 𝖉 𝖊 𝖓 𝖉 𝖔 𝖗 𝖋 the year of our Lord, 1943. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ On this day, 16th of Godfrey’s Triumph, 1943; at 17:50 PM. It is with great joy we announce the birth of a healthy baby boy, to The Korvacs-von Leopold couple. This is the third of the happily married couple’s children, and they are glad to welcome their son into this world. Despite the difficulties facing the realm, The Great Flood of Whitespire, God has graced House Korvacs and House von Leopold with this gift of a new son. May he soon prosper and grow to be a fine, young Lord. A message penned by His Lordship, Richard von Leopold: “I am very pleased to announce the birth of mine and Baroness Xénia’s third born child, I can affirm that this child will carry the name of House von Leopold. I declare his name to be 𝔐𝔦𝔨𝔩𝔬𝔰 𝔓𝔢𝔱𝔢𝔯 𝔳𝔬𝔫 𝔏𝔢𝔬𝔭𝔬𝔩𝔡. I pray for his good health and prosperity. — Miklós, is named after his Raevir grandfather, a renowned fighter and more importantly a loving father. His middle name, Peter, I have fondly given him this name after his uncle Peter von Leopold. My twin brother and dearest friend, may Miklós grow to be like his uncle, a good man and ever loyal to his family. I humbly ask all of the families: Korvacz, Leopold and our cousins Augustens, to pray for young Miklós, and be happy for the coming of this third child! — ” We pray to Almighty God, in thanks, for the good health of the babe and for gifting us this third child. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ 𝔊 𝔒 𝔗 𝔗 𝔐 ℑ 𝔗 𝔘 𝔑 𝔖, His Lordship, Richard von Leopold, Baron of Edendorf

The Clementine Court The Office of Enlightenment Penned by The Court Herald, His Lordship, Richard von Leopold YEAR 1941 — FROM THE PRINTING PRESS OF THE HALL OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF SAINT GODWIN — 3 MARKS THE COURT HERALD’s OPENING REMARKS In celebration of His Majesty, King Edmund II’s upcoming coronation I have decided to pen these letters to the good people of Aaun. They may be purchased for the generous price of 3 Marks. It is the duty of The Court Herald to communicate the going ons of The Clementine Court, from latest news to ongoing initiatives, even council from the capital. All manner of subjects and events that have and are going to occur this Saint’s Year, shall be described here. ➢ The Kingly Coronation — Exclusive Look at The Order of Service of the upcoming coronation. ➢ Latest From The Court — The Described Events of the recent session of The Royal Court. ➢ The Whitespire City Council — Remarks from The Lord Mayor, on the current city council’s aims. ➢ University of Albrosa — Notes on The Bishop of Buron’s recent Lecture “Lessons on Kingship and Nobility”. ➢ Upcoming Noble Weddings in Whitespire — The Weddings to be held later this Saint’s Year. _________________________ His Majesty, King Edmund II of Aaun. _________________________ Whitespire and all of the United Kingdom have already initiated the necessary arrangements for His Majesty’s coronation. There is a celebratory atmosphere in “New Paradisus” as preparations are ongoing. It is the aim of The Office of Entertainment to begin King Edmund’s reign with grand celebrations. – Let all Aaunites, young and old, rejoice at the couronnement of The Young King! It is with great joy that as Court Herald that we have been afforded the privilege of announcing the itinerary for the upcoming coronation. There shall be a series of events, We urge all that can, to attend as many of the ceremonies and festivities as they are able. Long Live King Edmund! – ♛ ♛ ♛ ORDER OF SERVICE : ➢ His Majesty, The King shall be Baptised in The Silver Sea. The ceremony is to be led by His Excellency, Bishop of Buron, Father Mikhael. ➢ His Majesty, shall then assemble with the members of his Royal Procession at The Hand of Horen. Once gathered His Majesty and The Royal Procession shall leave The Hand of Horen, entering Whitespire proper. ➢ They shall proceed through the city, to be observed by onlookers, until they reach The Hall of Saint Godwin, where they shall be greeted by The Lord Mayor of Whitespire and The Ward Representatives. ➢ The Royal Procession will then continue. But first, they shall take a well deserved pause to observe a play that is to be performed at The Plane, in The King’s honour. After which The Royal Procession shall continue out of the western gate and towards The Temple of The Four Exalted Prophets. ➢ All citizens of The United Kingdom of Aaun, nobles and peasants alike, and specially invited leaders of foreign, Canonist realms, shall all unite in the grand basilica to observe the official coronation of His Majesty, King Edmund II of Aaun. The rites shall be led by The High Pontiff and then followed by all the necessary statutory instruments that need to be fulfilled. This Saint’s Year, His Majesty’s Regency Council, graced the good people of Aaun with a session of The Royal Court. Many initiatives were decreed and the many great achievements of The Regency Council were also announced. Her Majesty, The Queen-Mother, showed great initiative by leading the session and demonstrated, with the other members of the council, that The Young King’s realm has been led by the finest of Aaun. In solidarity for the excellent work that has been done by members of The Regency Council, several members were blessed with the distribution of honours & titles. ➢ Sir Gawyn Tiber Knight Grandmaster of the Order of Paradisus, was promoted to Prince of Beaufort. A very touching honour as this was the title that was once held by his ancestors, a fine reward for all the work he has done for Aaun and her people. ➢ Sergeant Louis Haverlock, another greatly valued member of The Regency Council, was also presented with honours for his service. He has been named Count of Talentine. The Haverlock family has served the kingdom for many years now, and are more than deserving of this honour. A special thanks should be also afforded to each member of The Regency Council, they have beckoned a new age for Aaun and her people. This despite the terrible passing of the late, great Lord of Alba, Prince Henry, may he Rest in Peace. An honourable mention must also be made to His Majesty, King Edmund. The Young King made his first appearance before The Royal Court, during the session. He presented himself with the finest dignity, as he was led unto his throne by The Queen-Mother. He sat with kingly grace and decorum, it is clear His Majesty was born for the role of King. Long Live The King! UPCOMING COURT EVENTS : ➢ The Directress of The Plane, Her Ladyship, Amelia de Lewes, is still accepting submission for The Aaun’s Playwright’s Competition. It is an exciting opportunity to show-off the talents of Whitespire and Greater Aaun. Please contact her Ladyship for more information or refer to her missive on the upcoming event. There are only a few Saint’s Months left to hand in submissions! [Closing Date: (13/09/23)] ➢ The Second Gathering of The Inns of Court is to be held in this coming Saint’s Month. If interested in any judiciary subject, it is an excellent chance to gather and meet like minded individuals. The gathering is organised by His Excellency, Fernand de Lewes. Please contact him for more information or refer to his missive on “The Inns of Court”. [(08/09/23), 5pm EST] _________________________ The City of Whitespire, “New Paradisius”. _________________________ A MESSAGE FROM THE LORD MAYOR : _________________________ HE big thing that we are currently working on is reforming The Legion into the new City Watch, which will be able to provide more security for the city. The roads to Whitespire should also be safer because of this. This also demonstrates the more peaceful nature we hope to achieve. As of now there is no need for a standing army, but a professional police force for the city. We are also working on other projects that will build a greater sense of community and showcase the city's cultures. THE 2ND LORD MAYOR OF WHITESPIRE, LORD ONAS, 1941 _________________________ We were glad to receive this requested message, on the progress of the 2nd City Council of Whitespire, from Lord Mayor Onas, and hope that he and all The Ward Representatives are successful with their ambitions and carry on to represent the interests of our beautiful capital. _________________________ The Langkette Mountain Peaks, looking over The Crownlands. _________________________ We were very pleased to attend the most recent lecture held at the University of Albarosa. Taught by our most pious Bishop of Buron. Described in His Excellency’s lecture were important lessons that should be understood by all nobles of the Canonist realms. His Excellency hoped to hold a discussion about the importance of nobles in the spiritual and worldly sense, which proved to be an very interesting topic He outlined how Kings are the overseers for Almighty God, more precisely: they are charged with ruling over the lands and waters as God’s worldly representatives. Nobles, however, are to act as their liege’s extension. They are gifted territories to manage in the name of their monarch. Their position as nobility is to simply act as the extending hands of their king, to aid in his councils, courts and other administrative institutions. We shall offer a quote, that was said by His Excellency, that so nicely suits the theme of these Courtly Letters. The Bishop describes the role of kings, under God. Words that should be pondered upon during these upcoming coronation religious ceremonies. _________________________ S The Priesthood reigns over the spiritual soul, The King reigns over the physical body. THE BISHOP OF BURON, FATHER MIKHAEL, 1941 _________________________ We urge all those able to seek out this most impressive institution, The Holy University of Albarosa. Begin your journey of learning today. All manner of subjects can be studied. All those of good faith and intelligence, once again, we urge you to enrol today! We are glad to share with all those reading these Courtly Letters that the following marriages are soon to be held in Whitespire. Marriage is a blessing, when lovers meet, and budding romance produces a proposal of marriage, it is difficult not to be happy. Please refer to the relevant wedding announcements, for further information about any of the matrimonies described below. ➢ His Princely Grace, Ferdinand Alexander Barclay and, Her Ladyship, Avalon Glennmaer [(08/09/23), 2pm EST] in The Temple of the Four Exalted Prophets, in Whitespire. ➢ His Lordship, Ser Leopold Haverlock and, Her Ladyship, Emmeline Hargave [(10/09/23), 5pm EST] in The Temple of the Four Exalted Prophets, in Whitespire. CLOSING STATEMENTS If you have read this far, I thank you greatly. Hopefully these 1st Courtly Letters have been insightful to all that have been able to read them, and my hope is to release similar Courtly Letters in the years to come. As a last notice, I feel it right to advertise open positions in The Court of Clementine. All manner of people are asked for, His Majesty’s court should be filled with all of the greatest minds. So if you are a master of your craft, or simply curious to delve into a courtly role I urge you to contact Her Excellency, Princess Aleksandra, The Lady Chamberlain. ‘STRENGTH THROUGH UNITY’ TANDEM TRIUMPHANS ♛ ♛ ♛

𝕬 𝕾 𝖎 𝖘 𝖙 𝖊 𝖗 𝕲 𝖔 𝖓 𝖊 𝕸 𝖎 𝖘 𝖘 𝖎 𝖓 𝖌 Issued by the 𝕭 𝖆 𝖗 𝖔 𝖓 𝖔 𝖋 𝕰 𝖉 𝖊 𝖓 𝖉 𝖔 𝖗 𝖋 the year of our Lord, 1941. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ It has been many years since my siblings and I have had the joy of seeing our dear sister Helena. It is with the heaviest of hearts I am forced to announce that Helena Marie von Leopold is now to be considered missing or dead. This is difficult news for a brother to share, but as Patriarch of House von Leopold, it is necessary. It is my hope that our dearest sister is found and returns to us. I humbly request that all that read this missive offer Helena a moment during their prayers, may you ask Almighty God that she is found so that our family may soon rest. It is impossible to know when we will lose someone, so we must hold dear every moment we have with them. I am reassured by God’s benevolence, and so trust that even if Helena is not found in this life, she may be found in the next. May all families be united, for family is the greatest gift. May all good Canonists find peace when the end comes. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ 𝔊 𝔒 𝔗 𝔗 𝔐 ℑ 𝔗 𝔘 𝔑 𝔖, His Lordship, Richard von Leopold, Baron of Edendorf

𝕭 𝖎 𝖗 𝖙 𝖍 𝖔 𝖋 𝕿 𝖜 𝖎 𝖓 𝖘 Issued by the 𝕭 𝖆 𝖗 𝖔 𝖓 𝖔 𝖋 𝕰 𝖉 𝖊 𝖓 𝖉 𝖔 𝖗 𝖋 𝔞 𝔫 𝔡 𝔅 𝔞 𝔯 𝔬 𝔫 - ℭ 𝔬 𝔫 𝔰 𝔬 𝔯 𝔱 𝔬 𝔣 𝔎 𝔬 𝔱 𝔬 𝔳 𝔶 the year of our Lord, 1936. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ On this day, 11th of The Grand Harvest, 1936; at 11:36 AM. It is with great joy we announce the birth of twins to The Korvacs-Leopold couple. After nine long months; Her Ladyship, Baroness Xénia Korvacz, by the good Grace of God, has birthed two healthy babes. – Twins! Her Ladyship now rests, the delivery easy. His Lordship, Baron Richard von Leopold, overjoyed by the births. A message penned by His Lordship, Richard von Leopold: “As is our duty as Baron of Edendorf, I affirm my first born to be heir of Edendorf. I declare her name to be 𝔉𝔯𝔞𝔫𝔷𝔦𝔰𝔨𝔞 𝔐𝔬𝔫𝔦𝔨𝔞 𝔳𝔬𝔫 𝔏𝔢𝔬𝔭𝔬𝔩𝔡. I pray for her good health and prosperity. — As is our duty as Baron-Consort of Kotovy, I affirm, with Baroness Xénia’s agreeance, that her son shall be heir of Kotovy. I declare his name to be 𝔏𝔬𝔯𝔞𝔫𝔡 ℜ𝔦𝔠𝔥𝔞𝔯𝔡 𝔎𝔬𝔯𝔳𝔞𝔠𝔷. I pray for his good health and prosperity. I ask all of the families: Korvacz, Leopold and our cousins Augustens, to rejoice at the births! — ” We pray to Almighty God, in thanks, for the good health of the twins and for the trouble-free birthing. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ 𝔊 𝔒 𝔗 𝔗 𝔐 ℑ 𝔗 𝔘 𝔑 𝔖, Her Ladyship, Xénia Korvacz, Baroness of Kotovy His Lordship, Richard von Leopold, Baron of Edendorf

𝕬 𝖘 𝖈 𝖊 𝖓 𝖘 𝖎 𝖔 𝖓 𝕿 𝖔 𝕭 𝖆 𝖗 𝖔 𝖓 Issued by the 𝕭 𝖆 𝖗 𝖔 𝖓 𝖔 𝖋 𝕰 𝖉 𝖊 𝖓 𝖉 𝖔 𝖗 𝖋 the year of our Lord, 1935. ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ It has been some time since my mother, Eowyn von Leopold, showed her intent to step down as Baroness of Edendorf. Some time before my marriage to Her Ladyship, Xénia Korvacz, my mother handed me, personally, her official notice. Thereby stepping down as Baroness and passing the barony unto me, her heir. I have copied the contents of the letter below: Document of Lordship: “ I, Eowyn von Leopold, First Baroness of Edendorf, hereby declare my son and heir, Richard Edmund von Leopold, to take the title of Baron from me. As it is time for the next generation of Lords and Ladies. ” Signed, Her Ladyship, Eowyn von Leopold of Edendorf. And so this document shall act as the official announcement for my ascension as Baron of Edendorf. Lastly, I affirm my continued, and faithful, fealty to my liege lord and uncle, His Lordship, Konstantin von Augusten, Count of Hohengarten; And I do swear to be loyal and faithful to him and his heirs, so help me GOTT ! ❀⊱┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄┄⊰❀ 𝔊 𝔒 𝔗 𝔗 𝔐 ℑ 𝔗 𝔘 𝔑 𝔖, His Lordship, Richard von Leopold, Baron of Edendorf