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BRALT’S FOLLY

The coat of arms of House Alimar

         TO THE NEFARIOUS BRALT AND THE SCYFLINGS,

          You, Bralt, have disgraced your own people. Not only those who follow the customs of your own culture, but those whom you have brought across the sea to needlessly die. Those who have shed their blood for your false prophecy. Sons have been ripped from their fathers, and fathers ripped from their sons. And yet, you disrespect and desecrate them, despite their sacrifice. 

          On a day of peace and festival, the Moonfire, you call it - a day so adored by your people that they would drink with their enemies, you saw fit to ambush and kill. On a day where one might see the humanity between us, you saw fit to butcher and ravage. On a day where your people put nonviolence above all else, you were violent. 

          And I urge all Scyflings who have a respect for your own way of living - denounce this vile Bralt, and rise against him. That, or return from whence you came. This is not the man who you would follow into battle. His honor is worth my spit, and you are more than that. His Crowslayer’s Vow is one of deceit - you know not of your prophecy, instead he uses this as a device and means for power and blood. Heed my word….

          For there will be no more Moonfires.

          Bralt, the man who decapitated my father and ordered my cousin’s death on a day of your peace, has provoked you Scyflings to the highest extent. If, however, you carelessly remain idly at his side, there shall be no mercy. I will tear your families as you have torn mine and burn your puny camps in which you illegally settle. And I will have Bralt’s head. 

GIVE NOT, YIELD NOT,

Josef II, Red Prince of Muldav

Josef Audemar salutes B&K Publishing.

9 minutes ago, Legoboy7984 said:

Stefan Vyronov sighs as he’d shook his head.

Good work yet you are saying Baruchs are the only one living the culture yet he only follows our culture by wearing a beret. Besides wearing a beret he dresses like a heartlander and an Imperial not a Hansetian nor highlander. We live in dark times are highlanders or our people at least are trying to look like something they are not. Now we have women inheriting in Haense which I think should not be a thing as we should be ruled with a King that has an iron fist not a female that could perhaps be easily persuaded or at least from my experience can be too emotional with decisions.

“Somehow saltier than my grave,” says Henrik Vanir who is buried in the depths of the salty ocean

THE DESIDERATUM OF THE ROYAL DUMA

Memoirs of the VI Herzen, Henrik Vanir (1765)

          As I confine myself to my study tonight, deciding to pen these memoirs as my predecessors have, I realize the necessity of the position of Royal Herzen and its prerequisites; integrity, honor, incorruptibility. As I get older, I’d hope to define myself by this office and its ideals. In truth, I live by the job now – and acquiring these traits as I may have has taken my full dedication. Endured have I the full experience of the Royal Duma, and along with it the side effects – it causes anger, parents arguments, forges some cooperation, but most importantly, constitutes a room where the bright, and dare I say combustible, lords and officials can come together to do something more than debate over bills – their voices help function the great Hanseti-Ruska, an entity bigger than just the chamber.

          And that is why I write today. The desideratum, the sanctity, the necessity of the Royal Duma. Many question the relevance or need of the august body; after all, we are governed by our true leader, the rightful King of Hanseti-Ruska. While the rule of the King is certain and true (hence his ability to veto anything he does not see fit to be in place), the Duma provides something one man cannot – a collective of individuals, not-so like-minded, with varying ideas for prosperity. It is not a means of government, per say, though it is (how the V Herzen, Sigmar Baruch wrote) “a legislative body composed of nobility, gentry, and peasantry alike in which they aid in the governance of His Majesty’s demesne.” The accessibility and diversity of it alone is a reason for its desideratum – it gives those from the smallest corner of Reza to Counts and Dukes a voice that is heard. 

          When the chamber is used correctly, it is a means for progress. When it is used incorrectly, it can destructive or divisive. In stagnation, the chamber feels useless, but I assure all that the body is necessary. For all of these reasons, I urge every citizen to be well-informed on the affairs of Duma, and even attempt to forge their own political career. I urge future Royal Herzens to understand the ideals I’ll now reiterate – integrity, honor, incorruptibility. And I urge all lords to not take their Duma privileges for granted; they are a gift, and an exhibition of the benevolence of our royal leadership. 

Signed,

Henrik Vanir, VI Herzen

DECREES OF THE ROYAL DUMA, 1765

Issued by His Excellency, Henrik Vanir and Confirmed by His Royal Majesty, Sigismund II

6th of Wzuvar and Byvca, 318 ES

The Accessibility Act of 1764

Allowing all Haensemen of disabled body access to all public spaces in Reza

I.) Every staircase in the public streets of Reza of two meters or larger, at an incline greater than a half-meter slab, be fitted with a ramp.

II.) Every staircase in the public offices of Ekaterinburg Palace of two meters or larger, at an incline greater than a half-meter slab, be fitted with a ramp.

III.) Every staircase in the Royal Academy of Saint Catherine of two meters or larger, at an incline greater than a half-meter slab, be fitted with a ramp.

IV.) This act shall come into effect upon receiving royal assent from the King of Haense.

Crown Prohibition Act of 1764

Restricting the Unnecessary use of Crowns, Circlets, Coronets, and Tiaras by members of non-Royalty

I.) The wearing of Crowns, Circlets, Coronets, and Tiaras by members of non-Royal citizens of the State of Haense is henceforth illegal.

II.) The use of Crowns, Circlets, Coronets, and Tiaras by members of the Royal Household are still permitted.

*Clause removed by order of the Crown.

III.) The wearing of Crowns, Circlets, Coronets, and Tiaras by citizens outside of the jurisdiction of the State of Haense are still permitted.

IV.) If a citizen (excluding the cases mentioned above) is found wearing a Crown, Circlet, Coronet, and/or Tiara, then they may be charged with a fine of up to five thousand minae.

VI.) This act shall come into effect upon receiving royal assent from the King of Haense.

The Paved Road Initiative of 1762

An Initiative to improve the infrastructure of the Haeseni capital, via adding paved roads.

I.) To pave the streets of New Reza.

*Amended by the Crown – only the main square of New Reza will be paved by initiative of this bill.

II.)  Materials will be provided by the Maer to pave the city. 

IV.) This act shall come into effect upon receiving royal assent from the King of Haense. 

IV JOVEO MANN,

His Royal Majesty, King Sigismund II of Hanseti-Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Dules, Ulgaard, Lahy, Sorbesborg and Slesvik, Duke of Carnatia and Vidaus, Margrave of Rothswald, Count of Graiswald, Karikhov, Baranya, Kvasz, Kavat, Karovia, Kovachgrad, Torun, Turov, and Kaunas, Baron of Rytsburg, Venzia, Esenstadt, Krepost and Kralta, Lord of Alban, Reza and Markev, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera

His Excellency, Henrik of the House Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Margrave of Vasiland, Baron of Kraken’s Watch and Lorentz

“Such is why the Benches in the Royal Duma were dissolved – to avoid the tribalism and partisanship that is inherent in any system with formal ‘sides.’” The Lord Speaker would sigh, “Time will tell if this will be any different. Both sides must remember their true goals of helping the people through all the divisions this may cause.” 

THE SPEAKER’S BALL: VASILAND

Issued on the 8^th of Msitza & Dargund, 317 E.S

The March of Vasiland

          As is custom with the position, the Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma cordially invites the lords and ladies of Haense to the Speaker’s Ball, where the preservation and ongoing success of the Duma will be celebrated. Moreover, the successful construction of Vasiland by the new Marquess Henrik Vanir and his House in Slesvik, or the Province of Northland, also calls for commemoration. Those invited to this ball may indulge themselves in food, drink, and the pleasantries of Vasiland, including the harbor on the western coast.

Invitations include:

His Royal Majesty, Sigismund II of House Barbanov and his pedigree,

His Highness, Godfric of House Alimar and his pedigree,

His Grace, Petyr of House Baruch and his pedigree,

The Most Honorable, Viktor of House Kortrevich and his pedigree,

The Right Honorable, Alaric of House Stafyr and his pedigree,

The Right Honorable, Konstantin of House Ruthern and his pedigree,

The Right Honorable, Erwin of House Barclay and his pedigree,

His Lordship, Ruslan of House Amador and his pedigree,

His Lordship, Fredrick of House Ludovar and his pedigree,

His Lordship, Siegmund of House Wick and his pedigree,

Elected officials of the Royal Duma,

and anyone of the Haense Royal Army who would escort our most noble lords and ladies to Vasiland in these times.

IV JOVEO MANN,

His Excellency, Henrik of the House Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Margrave of Vasiland, Baron of Kraken’s Watch and Lorentz

[OOC]

Ball will be Wednesday April 22^nd at 4pm est in Vasiland

((pm importanthippo#0985 for directions/cords))

Henrik Vanir nods at his son-in-law’s address, “I think he will achieve great heights.”

DISSOLUTION OF THE BENCHES

Issued by the Lord Speaker, Henrik Vanir | Confirmed by His Majesty, Sigismund II

9th of Joma and Umund, 316 ES

Va Birodeo Herzenav e Edlervik,

          Under the Lord Speaker Sir Konrad Stafyr, the august body of the Royal Duma saw fit to decree the establishment of ‘benches’ within the chamber. These literal and figurative seats are where lords and representatives choose to sit alongside like-minded men and women who share similar political philosophies. 

          At the beginning of the Benches tenure, they were far from political divisors - they were simply ideologies, formally integrated into the chamber so the Duma could be more effective via harmonious individuals working together. 

          However, as we examine the efficiency and effectiveness of the chamber under this system today, we find that the Benches no longer yield the same results as they have prior. When one chooses to define themself as “feudalist” or “centralist”, they find themselves at odds with their counterpart due to the divisions that have formed and the sense of tribalism present. We must always be reminded that the Haeseni system does not condone the establishment of political parties. 

          Therefore, the Royal Herzen decrees the following,

     I.   The “Benches” featured in the Royal Duma will henceforth be dissolved.

           A.      The Feudalist bench will no longer be represented within the august body,

           B.      The Centralist bench will no longer be represented within the august body,

           C.      The Crossbench will no longer be represented within the august body.

     II.   No ideologies may be formally represented within the Royal Duma. 

IV JOVEO MANN,

His Royal Majesty, King Sigismund II of Hanseti-Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Dules, Ulgaard, Lahy, Sorbesborg and Slesvik, Duke of Carnatia and Vidaus, Margrave of Rothswald, Count of Graiswald, Karikhov, Baranya, Kvasz, Kavat, Karovia, Kovachgrad, Torun, Turov, and Kaunas, Baron of Rytsburg, Venzia, Esenstadt, Krepost and Kralta, Lord of Alban, Reza and Markev, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera

His Excellency, Henrik of the House of Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Margrave of Vasiland, Baron of Kraken’s Watch and Lorentz

The General Elections of Haense, 1763

Issued and Confirmed by the Lord Speaker, Henrik Vanir

17th of Sun’s Smile, 1759 | 17th of Tov and Yermey, 316 ES

     Va Birodeo Herzenav e Edlervik,

     As is custom of the realm, a general election shall be held in order to determine the office holders of the elected positions within the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska.

     There are three positions that shall be open for citizens to run for, those being the offices of the Grand Maer of New Reza, the Royal Alderman, and Tribune. Those wishing to run must submit an application. Incumbents for these offices shall be automatically be added to the ballot unless otherwise told, although it is highly recommended that they still tender an application to the Office of the Lord Palatine for record keeping purposes.

     For those unfamiliar with the roles of our Kingdom’s elected positions, the duties of these offices are as follows:

     The Royal Alderman: Aldermen are elected to represent the people of the kingdom in the Royal Duma, the legislative body of the realm. The single most popular candidate from each election cycle is chosen to serve as this representative, and are tasked with listening to their constituents and proposing laws relating to their interests in the Duma.

     Grand Maer of New Reza: The Maer is charged with orchestrating the daily operations of the royal capital. His or her job is to see to the proper maintenance of the royally sanctioned tavern, the attraction of new businesses and economic growth to the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, and the regular organization of city events. He or she reports directly to the High Steward, who in turn reports to the Crown.

     Tribune: The Tribune is an elected position in the Royal Duma. It must be filled by one who is of common birth to further ensure the representation of the lower classes in the body. Tribunes are tasked with listening to their constituents and relating their actions in the Duma with their interests in mind.

     As well, Denizens are reminded that the following prerequisites have been established in order to both vote and stand for these offices:

    – Be at least fourteen years of age        

    – Be a resident of Reza or corresponding vassal and territories under the jurisdiction of the Crown of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska for at least five years             

    – Have no outstanding criminal background within the last five years 

    –Adhere to the following: https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/188048-royal-decree-the-regulations-on-campaign-1748/ 

*TRIBUNES must be of common birth in order to run for office

*Noble patriarchs are not permitted to run for the Maer, Tribune or Alderman position

The candidate with the most votes for each position will be elected to their respective office.

IV JOVEO MAAN,

His Excellency, Henrik of the House of Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Margrave of Vasiland, Baron of Kraken’s Watch and Lorentz

His Excellency, Otto of the House of Barbanov-Alimar, Lord Palatine of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Grand Prince of Muldav

((OOC))
Candidates have until April 14th at noon EST to register for the election cycle.

Please include the following in your application:

IGN:

Character Name:

Age:

Place of Residence / Street Address:

Position: (Alderman, Tribune or Maer)

The Lord Speaker frowns.

REFORMS OF THE ROYAL DUMA, 1762

Issued by the Lord Speaker, Henrik Vanir | 10^th of Msitza and Dargund, 315 ES

               THE over-saturated and filled nature of the Royal Duma has caused interruptions in the efficiency of the chamber. Therefore, the Royal Herzen, with the approval of Koeng Sigismund II, decrees the following,

• The seats of the current and future cadet branches of noble houses will no longer be counted in attendance. Their parent house is capable of representing their interests.
• The seat of Archbishop will no longer be counted in attendance. The Church’s interest are aptly and always represented.
• The seat of Exchequer will no longer be counted in attendance. The Crown’s interests are aptly and always represented. 

IV JOVEO MANN,

His Excellency, Henrik of the House of Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Baron of Vasiland, Kraken’s Watch, and Lorentz

Henrik Vanir smiles upon the good news, though he then looks cautiously to the balconies in the throne room. “Perhaps those shouldn’t be there.”

Special Election of 

Haense, 1760-61

Issued and Confirmed by the Lord Speaker, Henrik Vanir

7^th of Sigismund’s End, 1760 | 7^th of Joma and Umund, 313 ES

  Va Birodeo Herzenav e Edlervik,

          The extremely sorrowful and untimely deaths of Harald Vuiller and Aleksandra Stafyr have left vacancies in the elected positions of the Royal Duma, thus, a special election must be called. There will only be two positions citizens are eligible to run for in this election, that being the offices of the Royal Maer of New Reza and the Tribune.

          For those subjects unfamiliar with this role in our kingdom’s elected positions, the duties of this office are as follows:  

The Royal Maer- The Maer is charged with orchestrating the daily operations of the royal capital. His or her job is to see to the proper maintenance of the royally sanctioned tavern, the attraction of new businesses and economic growth to the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, and the regular organization of city events. He or she reports directly to the High Steward, who in turn reports to the Crown.

Tribune- The Tribune is an elected position in the Royal Duma. It must be filled by one who is of common birth to further ensure the representation of the lower classes in the body. Tribunes are tasked with listening to their constituents and relating their actions in the Duma with their interests in mind.

The Prerequisites of running for the positions of Royal Maer and Tribune are as follows:

         -Must be the minimum age of 14.

         -Must have no criminal background for the last 4 years.

         -Must reside in the territories of the kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska for a  minimum of 2 years.

         -Adhere to the following, https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/188048-royal-decree-the-regulations-on-campaign-1748/

*TRIBUNES must be of common birth in order to be eligible to run for office

*MAERS must not be noble patriarchs

*THE 300 mina running fee is not required in a Special Election

* The candidates for Maership and Tribune with the most votes shall take on the offices of Maer and Tribune, respectively. 

May GOD bless His Majesty and the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska.

IV JOVEO MAAN,

His Excellency, Henrik of the House Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Haenseti-Ruska, Baron of Vasiland, Lorentz and Kraken’s Watch

His Excellency, Otto Sigmar of the House Barbanov-Alimar, Lord Regent of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Grand Prince of Muldav

[OOC]: Candidates have until Wednesday at midnight EST to apply. Please include the following in your application.

IGN:

Character Name:

Age:

Position: (Tribune or Maer)

Place of Residence [Street / County Address]:

Speech [Optional]: Debate will be planned.

A History of the House Vanir

As penned by the 10^th Baron Vasiland, Henrik Vanir

”The Sea Bows to None.”

TABLE OF CONTENTS

          I.       Vasili 

          II.      Kraken

          III.     Haense

          IV.     Contemporary

PART I. VASILI

A group of early, sea-raiding Vanirs plundering the Autumn Sea.

          Long before the family was ennobled, had a multitude of titles, fought in decisive wars, or served the great nation of Haense, the Vanirs were nothing more than a group of fiercely independent commonfolk, consisting of pirates and sea raiders. They lived off of the lands of Fjordhem, Aeldin- looting and plundering, tilling and harvesting, lumbering and fishing; all enough to be sustainable. However, the Vanirs sought more from their hard work, despite their viable lifestyle. Under the wise scrutiny of the great Vasili Vanir, the family took their humble belongings and sailed off to an unknown destination.

          After a great deal of sailing, the group of Vanirs and their strong raiding men found land. It was none other than the now-ancient lands of Athera; a fertile valley, where, for a short time, they lived as they did in Aeldin; keeping to themselves, farming, and occasionally raiding. They formed a modest settlement, only preferring to leave it when necessary in order to forge for resources in the cold winters. It was soon after they had settled in when Prince Alexander of Ruska led an incursion onto the lands, demanding the Vanirs and those affiliated to bend the knee. Vasili, thinking for his people, opted to pledge fealty, so that such a major conflict could be avoided.

          For their peaceful resolution with the soon-to-be Emperor Alexander I, the Vanirs quickly found themselves vassals of the Empire and were given the town of Karovia to steward. Though the family now owed fealty to the Empire, they kept their culture somewhat intact. They still shared an undying love for the sea, hence their motto, “The Sea Bows to None,” and they could also be caught referring to themselves as “the Sons of the Sea”. These seafaring traditions would obviously carry onto the present day, with myself and my own issue having our own devotion to the crashing waves and strange elegance of the ocean.

         But as stewards of Karovia, the Vanirs now found themselves embroiled in Imperial politics. This is further exemplified following the events of the Renatus Rebellion, when the Empire split up into several different entities. One of them happened to have Karovia as their capital city. This was, of course, the Kingdom of Akovia. So, when the Schism War began shortly after the Empire fractured, the Vanirs were ennobled by Andrik Vydra and were named the Dukes of Akovia. The Schism War was a conflict between the Canonist League (the Kingdom of Akovia, the March of Adria and the Duchy of Savoy) and the Vanderfell Coalition (notably the Kingdom of Renatus and the Kingdom of Aesterwald). With the Vanir’s help, Andrik and the Canonist league eventually assumed military dominance and won. In the final peace negotiations, the reformed Kingdom of Oren would be established, further altering the once-simple lives of the Vanirs.

A painting from the Schism War

          The Vanir aid in the victory over the schism that was the Vanderfel Coalition goes to prove the Canonist faith of the family, which still stands to this day. The military involvement in the war (the Vanirs were made heads of the 2^nd Akovian Regiment) also preluded the military impact they would have in the coming years on Vailor...

         Athera would have to be evacuated, and the Reformed Kingdom of Oren fled to Vailor along with most of the inhabitants of the known realm. Of course, the Vanirs wished to settle on the northern coast, which they did- the region is now referred as one of the four major areas of the reformed Kingdom, the Duchy of Vanaheim. The Duchy of Vanaheim is simply the reformed version of the Duchy of Akovia, save its name. They continued to serve the Kingdom of Oren, levying a military force and answering all calls to war. However, as time went by in Vailor, political tensions began to build within the Kingdom, namely between the Duke Hugh Sarkozic of Adria and King Olivier de Savoie. The tension erupted into a major-scale conflict, the War of the Ducal Coalition against the Rule of King Olivier de Savoie, or, The Duke’s War. The Vanirs could not stay neutral for long when Britannus Vanir was captured and beaten by soldiers from the Duchy of Savoy, who were loyalists to King Olivier. 

          After Duke Hugh’s assassination and the defeat at the Siege of Barrowyk, the rebellion was lost, and the Vanirs fled into exile to avoid capture, torture or execution.

An old painting of the Siege of Barrowyk

          Many years passed, and Britannus Vanir would be the one to eventually return to the service of Oren when the Holy Orenian Empire was formed by John I. He served as a simple bannerman under Duke Stefan Sarkozic of Carnatia. 

PART II. KRAKEN

A lonesome traveler in front of a peaceful Kraken’s Watch

           Duke Stefan’s death lead to a migration of Carnatian houses to the Province of Erochland. Britannus would follow, and earn the Barony of Lorentz for his continued service to the realm. However, Britannus’s true interest was to reclaim his family’s ancestral home – the Kraken’s Watch – from the House of Staunton, the ruling family of the Duchy of Courland. House Staunton had once lived under the Vanir dukes of Vanaheim, but upon their exile after their defeat in the Duke’s War, no longer did, and were given the title (Courlanders are not Raevo-Hansetian, and thus they called Vanaheim ‘Courland’). Duke Anden was the ruler of Courland at the time, and was dealing with a rebellion- his brother Alexander sought to take the duchy for his own. Wanting extra help, Anden offered the Kraken’s Watch to Britannus in exchange for military aid. Britannus accepted and the rebellion was put down.

         All was well, with the Vanirs now holding their ancestral title and thriving in the Empire. But, in an abrupt move, Anden’s father Richard supported Alexander’s claim to the Duchy. An ashamed Duke Anden killed himself, which naturally gave Alexander the Duchy of Courland. Enraged, Alexander’s first order of business was to reclaim Kraken’s Watch. He went about this by attempting to attack the aged Vasili Vanir, but the aggression was halted by men of the Gold Corps of Carnatia. Emperor John II then called for peace between the parties. Britannus accepted Alexander’s offer, and once again the Staunton issue settled down. 

        However, in a ridiculous and brash move, Duke Alexander again attacked the Kraken’s Watch. This time, they crept in and slaughtered the drunk or sleeping garrison on St. Edmond’s Day. The Vanir family managed to escape, along with some of their men, owing much to the bravery of their household knight Ser Asher Highwind. The family took refuge in Carnatia, and perhaps the most defining moment in Vanir history - the Riga War – began, when Emperor John II approved of the Staunton-Vanir feud. 

        The Riga War shed light on the valor of the Vanirs. Along with Baron Britannus, Lord Paramount Fiske Vanir served crucial roles in the war. He was elected as Lord Paramount to take command of the League’s forces, and in the first large-scale battle of the war besides the injustice that was the Storming of Kraken’s Watch, he achieved his first major victory. Courlander enthusiasm diminished, with many leaders blaming the defeat on the Emperor, and quiet, anti-imperial sentiments began to creep through cities. The victors would continue their march to Kraken’s Watch.

Lord Paramount Fiske Vanir

          The Carnatian League fast approached the Staunton-held Kraken’s Watch. A Courland scout rode to the keep with haste, urging Alexander to ready the battlements; for surely the Carnatian League was near. Sure enough, the League surrounded the keep and began a four-month long demanding siege. Unfortunately for the Courlanders, the Kraken’s Watch was not built as a defensive fort, and Ser Rickard used this to his advantage- bombarding several exposed areas, punching holes in the defense. The bombardment phase was so harsh for the defenders that many of them routed, and the few that remained in the keep were crushed by the invading infantry of the Gold Corps. The Kraken’s Watch was won, and the Vanirs reclaimed their title.

The Siege of Kraken’s Watch

          The Stauntons were able to conjure a victory later on, though, with the assistance of Prince Danis of the Dreadlands. Emperor John II saw this as acting against Imperial authority, and named the House of Vanir the victors of the Riga War, and House Stauntan as rebels of the Empire. The Stauntons then crowned themselves as Kings of Courland. Hetmen Sveneld also declared himself as the King of Ruska, which birthed the Krajian Rebellion. Meanwhile, though, in the Courland capital of Riga, there were protests over the Emperor’s decision to end the war. Unbeknownst to them, the Carnatian League marched to their city and sacked it, effectively removing any and all resistance from Courland in the future. 

          When the Krajian Rebellion was successfully pacified, and Petyr Barbanov gained the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, the Vanirs swore their fealty, and were given the Margraviate of Vasiland for their loyalty. They ruled over the March of Vasiland as noble vassals in the dual-monarchy.

PART III. HAENSE

Barbanov coat of arms

          Marquis Brandon would now preside over the Vanir family. The House continued their loyal service to this new Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska. In the Year of the Four Emperors, Brandon played an integral role by helping King Andrew II assassinate Emperor John IV in the lead-up to a short, failed rebellion for Haeseni independence. Through Marquis Brandon, the Vanirs continued to support the King, unlike most other noble vassals. However, due to immense pressure from his family and his council, Brandon eventually withdrew his support. 

         Brandon’s extended support of King Andrew II and his rebellion meant that he was to be brought before Emperor Philip I for punishment. Fortunately, the Marquis would only be punished slightly for such a role – he lost his right hand. 

King Andrew II of Haense

          The Coalition War would occur some time after this period, which was a conflict between the Holy Orenian Empire and most other nations, including the Vanirs old rival- the House of Staunton. It was upsetting to the family to see their old rivals return after they had them defeated seemingly not too long ago. The Coalition won the war, fracturing the fifth Holy Orenian Empire and once again reforming the Kingdom of Courland.

          Naturally, the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska and the Kingdom of Courland were at odds. Both of them had newfound independence, but it was the grudged Stauntons who began the Northern Campaign, or the Great Northern War, declaring war on Haense. Unfortunately, it was the Stauntons who were the victors this time. After their victory at the Battle of Elba, they marched to the Vanir lands and instigated the Siege of Vasiland. Their victory against their ancestral rivals meant a capitulation of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska. 

          However, as they did when Britannus returned after the Dukes War, the Vanirs came out of exile along with the rest of Haeseni refugees, seeking to reinstall Haense. Thus, the Greyspine Rebellion began. The conflict was short. House Ruthern, Baruch and its allies, including the Vanirs, surrounded a Tosali manor where Courland forces were stationed. The Second Battle of the Rothswood began. Lord Palatine Lukas Vanir perished on that day, but for a reason: the battle was won and shortly after, the Great Reconciliation Act was passed and the Kingdom of Haense was once again formed along with the sixth Holy Orenian Empire.

Lord Palatine Lukas Vanir could be seen; the Second Battle of the Rothswood

          The Vanir’s power and foothold in the realm was notably lacking after the reformation of Haense, though. They continued to serve Haense for generations, but not to the medium as they had been able to previously with men like Lukas Vanir. 

PART IV. CONTEMPORARY

King Marius II of Haense

          The most recent Vanir patriarchs have been Lord Halden, Iver, and myself, Henrik, with my eldest son, Brandon II, the apparent heir. Lord Iver was able to orchestrate the arranged marriage between Klaudia Vanir and King Marius II, making Klaudia the first Vanir Queen in Haense.

         As stated before, the Vanir’s power would be diminished after the reestablishment of Haense. Well into the seventh Orenian Empire, the benevolent Empire we live under as of myself writing this, and Lord Iver’s rule, the Margraviate of Vasiland was lowered to that of Barony status by King Andrew III.

         Despite this, the family still strives to serve Haense by contributing all they can when called upon, fighting in any recent wars including the War of the Two Emperors and the concluding Rubern War. I, Henrik Vanir, have become the first Vanir Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, and am working to strengthen and revitalize our ancient family once again as I continue my tenure as patriarch. 

VANIR LINEAGE

Barony of Vasiland

Britannus Vanir

Fiske ‘the Bloody’ Vanir

Branimar Vanir

Petyr Vanir

Matyas Vanir

Fiske II Vanir

Franz Vanir

Halden Vanir

Ivan Vanir

Heinrik Vanir

TITLES

Baron of Vasiland

Baron of Kraken’s Watch

Baron of Lorentz

(former) Duke of Akovia

(former) Marquis of Vasiland

Writ of Disenfranchisement: The Lineage of Kortrevich-Vanir

OR, Ivan Kortrevich-Vanir and his Issue with Angelika Vanir.

          UNFORTUNATELY, the mischief, misdemeanor, and misbehavior of IVAN KORTREVICH-VANIR has forced myself, Lord Henrik Vanir, to disenfranchise the individual from the lineage of the House of Vanir. This entails that he and any of his issue with Angelika Vanir, should they have any, will lose all claim to the titles of  Barony of Vasiland and Barony of Kraken’s Watch. 

This has been issued for the following reasons,

• Constant harassment of his fellow family members.
• Inability to manage his own emotions appropriately, causing outbursts of rage and crude behavior.
• Defamation of the Patriarch Vanir, publically.

He has unfortunately shown his incompetence, and it would be unwise for me to ever place the trust in him or his offspring to shepherd the prestigious family of Vanir.

        IV JOVEO MANN,

His Excellency, Henrik of the House of Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Baron of Vasiland and Kraken’s Watch

The General Elections of Haense, 1759

Issued and Confirmed by the Lord Speaker, Henrik Vanir

9^th of Horen’s Calling, 1759 | 9^th of Wzuvar and Byvca, 312 ES

     Va Birodeo Herzenav e Edlervik,

     As is custom of the realm, a general election shall be held in order to determine the office holders of the elected positions within the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska.

     There are three positions that shall be open for citizens to run for, those being the offices of the Grand Maer of New Reza, the Royal Alderman, and the newly implemented Tribune. Those wishing to run must submit an application. Incumbents for these offices shall be automatically be added to the ballot unless otherwise told, although it is highly recommended that they still tender an application to the Office of the Lord Palatine for record keeping purposes.

     For those unfamiliar with the roles of our Kingdom’s elected positions, the duties of these offices are as follows:

     The Royal Alderman: Aldermen are elected to represent the people of the kingdom in the Royal Duma, the legislative body of the realm. The single most popular candidate from each election cycle is chosen to serve as this representative, and are tasked with listening to their constituents and proposing laws relating to their interests in the Duma.

     Grand Maer of New Reza: The Maer is charged with orchestrating the daily operations of the royal capital. His or her job is to see to the proper maintenance of the royally sanctioned tavern, the attraction of new businesses and economic growth to the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, and the regular organization of city events. He or she reports directly to the High Steward, who in turn reports to the Crown.

     Tribune: The Tribune is an elected position in the Royal Duma. It must be filled by one who is of common birth to further ensure the representation of the lower classes in the body. Tribunes are tasked with listening to their constituents and relating their actions in the Duma with their interests in mind.

     As well, Denizens are reminded that the following prerequisites have been established in order to both vote and stand for these offices:

    – Be at least fourteen years of age        

    – Be a resident of Reza or corresponding vassal and territories under the jurisdiction of the Crown of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska for at least five years             

    – Have no outstanding criminal background within the last five years 

    –Adhere to the following: https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/188048-royal-decree-the-regulations-on-campaign-1748/ 

*TRIBUNES must be of common birth in order to run for office

*Noble patriarchs are not permitted to run for the Maer, Tribune or Alderman position

The candidate with the most votes for each position will be elected to their respective office.

May GOD bless the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska.

IV JOVEO MAAN,

His Excellency, Henrik of the House of Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Baron of Vasiland and Kraken’s Watch

His Excellency, Otto of the House of Barbanov-Alimar, Lord Regent of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Grand Prince of Muldav

((OOC))
Candidates have until March 12^th at 11:59 PM EST to register for the election cycle.

Please include the following in your application:

IGN:

Character Name:

Age:

Place of Residence / Street Address:

Position: (Alderman, Tribune or Maer)

((DEBATE WILL BE PLANNED IN THE NEXT FEW DAYS))

Decrees of the Royal Duma, 1758

Issued by His Excellency Henrik Vanir and Confirmed by His Excellency Otto Alimar

16th of Horen’s Calling, 1758 | 16th of Wzuvar and Byvca, 311 ES

The Representation of the People Act of 1755

Issued by Alderman Osvald Barclay

I.) All those who are the occupying patriarch of a noble house shall not serve as the holder of an elected Duma seat.

II.) All those who are the dynasts of the royal family shall not serve as the holders of an elected Duma seat, except cadet houses of Barbanov within the royal peerage of Hanseti-Ruska.

III.) A new elected seat by the name of ‘Tribune’ shall be created to sit as a representative in the Duma. A Tribune-aspirant must be of common birth, spanning from a peasant to the rank of a burgher, with nobility and gentry of the realm being barred from running. If the Tribune's vote is in any way deemed to be influenced unduly by their liege lord, as determined by the Herzen, they may reverse the vote.

*IV.) The Tribune seat will replace one of the alderman seats, effective after the next election cycle as of 1755. 

V.) The patriarchs of the noble houses are currently over-represented within the Duma, while the representation of the people within the constituencies are in a decline. This reform shall serve to bar the occupant patriarchs from gaining elected seats within the Duma, because of their already-present seats, so the people may be adequately represented, solving the issue of plural voting.

* = Included in the Regent’s amendation of the act.

The National Language Act of 1755

Issued by Lord Sigmar Baruch

I.) This act will formally recognize the Nation’s mother tongue as New Marian, also known as Naumariav, to honor our past and to keep it alive in our government and daily life.

II.) Should this pass, basic sayings, greetings, titles, etc. of New Marian will be taught in St. Charles College so that it may live on through our future statesmen and and government official as well as the people of Haense.

III.) This act would also encourage government and church officials to use more of it in official government works, such as the titles of the Aulic Council, the titular titles of nobility, as well as the common words that Haeseni are taught when they are young by their parents such as Da, Niet, Spasibo, Dravo, etc.

The Karl and Nikolaus Act of 1755

Issued by Lord Sigmar Baruch

I.) This act would result in the erection of a new statue of St. Karl. The statue shall be located in the courtyard of the Royal Palace in which houses the Brotherhood of Saint Karl.  This is necessary for their promotions and is a symbol of what the brotherhood should be like.

*The erection of the statue for Nikolaus Kortrevich was vetoed from the original Act by His Excellency, Otto Sigmar. Therefore, the name ‘Nikolaus’ seems oddly incoporated into title of the bill. 

The Royal Newspaper Act of 1755

Issued by Lord Sigmar Baruch, co-sponsored by Lord Viktor Kortrevich

I.) A State funded newspaper would be established to provide much needed information to the public of haense

II.) This Newspaper would include topics of the Royal Duma as well as bills passed by the Duma. It would also include upcoming events, interviews, political views of the nature of the State, as well as advertisements that can be purchased for businesses.

III.) This newspaper would also include an Historical person of the year. It would list the accolades and include a biography of an individual who contributed to this nation greatly ranging from kings to statesmen to military generals. This individual will be randomly selected.

IV JOVEO MAAN,

His Excellency, Otto Alimar, Lord Regent of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Grand Prince of Muldav

His Excellency, Henrik Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Baron of Vasiland

Henrik Vanir smiles at his daughter’s espousal, “This will be a lovely matrilineal marriage. I hope Ivan will be a good Vanir.”

Henrik Vanir would raise a tankard of Carrion to all of those around him. “For the betterment of this great Kingdom and her people – the Valwyck Pact.” He’d then sail home, locking himself and his sons in their chambers for the night.

NAME: Henrik Vanir

((MC NAME: importanthippo))

RACE: Highlander

IMPERIAL SUBJECT (Y/N): Y

PEER OF THE REALM (Y/N): Y, Haense

PREFERRED WINE: Carrion Black

Special Election of 

Haense, 1754

Issued and Confirmed by the Lord Speaker, Henrik Vanir

7^th of Tobias’s Bounty, 1754 | 7^th of Gronna and Droba ,307 ES

  Va Birodeo Herzenav e Edlervik,

          Circumstances have called for the retirement of mister Siegmund Wick, the victor of the General Elections of Haense (1753) for the Maer position. Consequently, a special election has been issued to fulfill this newly vacant office.

          There will only be one position citizens are eligible to run for in this election, that being the office of the Royal Maer of New Reza. 

          For those subjects unfamiliar with this role in our kingdom’s elected positions, the duties of this office are as follows:  

The Royal Maer- The Maer is charged with orchestrating the daily operations of the royal capital. His or her job is to see to the proper maintenance of the royally sanctioned tavern, the attraction of new businesses and economic growth to the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, and the regular organization of city events. He or she reports directly to the High Steward, who in turn reports to the Crown.

The Prerequisites of running for the positions of Royal Maer and Alderman are as follows:

          -Must be the minimum age of 14.

         -Must have no criminal background for the last 4 years.

         -Must reside in the territories of the kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska for a  minimum of 2 years.

         -Adhere to the following, https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/188048-royal-decree-the-regulations-on-campaign-1748/

* The candidate for Maership with the most votes shall take on the office of Maer. 

May GOD bless His Majesty and the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska.

IV JOVEO MAAN,

His Excellency, Henrik of the House Vanir, Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Haenseti-Ruska, Baron of Vasiland and Kraken’s Watch

His Excellency, Prinzen Georg Lothar of the House Barbanov-Alimar, Lord Palatine of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska

[OOC]: Candidates have until Sunday February 9^th at noon EST to apply. Please include the following in your application.

IGN:

Character Name:

Age:

Place of Residence [Street / County Address]:

Speech [Optional]: Debate will be planned.

Full Name of Man - Henrik Vanir

Date of Birth of Man - 2^nd of the Grand Harvest, 1718

Name of Woman - Karolina Ludovar

Date of Birth of Woman – 1719

Location of Ceremony - Basilica of the Fifty Virgins

Date of Ceremony (Year) - 1739

Name of Clergyman who performed ceremony - Otto the Tarchar

Henrik Vanir smiles at his brother’s mention on this prestigious list, as well as at the other incredible servants of the realm!