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"Paladins eat infants! I watched it myself," remarked Tar-Caraneth Aryantë, perhaps suspiciously repeating thereafter a "firsthand" anecdote which was nearly identical to one her father had told a few days prior.

Tar-Caraneth Aryantë, self-declared Templar #1 and Malchediael's Favorite Princess, kept trying to call her patron but the brazen bonfire only responded with a busy tone. Unfortunately, she was unable to confirm his feelings on this matter.

My answer to this last time I was asked was Oath of Conquest or Oath of Glory Paladin. There's a case to be made for Oath of Vengeance as well in some cases.

Tar-Caraneth Aryantë, Queen of the Númenedain, Ruler and Protector of the Adunians, bloodied warrior and beastslayer, stood atop the battlements of the white city, bellowing out commands in High Adunic, the Royal Sword Caledfwlch held aloft overhead and enwreathed in the radiant fires of the Archangel Michael.

Tar-Caraneth Aryantë was happy to have more friends!

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Deed of Enfeoffment for the Lordship of Al’Ildic Issued the 11th of The Amber Cold, in the Year 175 of the Second Age This Royal Deed of Enfeoffment is entered into on this day, the 11th of The Amber Cold, in the year 175 of the Second Age, between the reigning Monarch of Númendil, hereinafter referred to as the "Grantor," and House O’Rourke, hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee." WHEREAS, the Grantor holds rightful dominion over the land and territories of the Númenaranyë, and desires to establish a new vassal holding within said territory; WHEREAS, the Grantee has demonstrated loyalty deserving of recognition and reward, serving both militarily and in facilitation of community; WHEREAS, both parties acknowledge and accept the principles and obligations of feudalism, including the duties and responsibilities inherent in vassalage; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and mutual covenants contained herein, the Grantor enfeoffs the Grantee with the following rights, privileges, and duties: ARTICLE I. Grant of Land and Title The Grantor hereby grants to the Grantee the Lordship of Al’Ildic, consisting of the lands, buildings, and resources within the boundaries of the fields and crossroads before the Kingswood [tile_midlands_18]. The Grantee shall rule said holding in the name of the Grantor, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Deed. ARTICLE II. Rights and Privileges I. The Grantee shall have the right to govern the inhabitants of the fiefdom in the name of the Grantor, including the power to enforce royal laws and decrees within the fiefdom’s boundaries, the power to appoint a sheriff for enforcement of the law, and the power to enforce local ordinances, so long as they not be contrary to royal law or edict. II. The Grantee shall be entitled to the rents of any tenants dwelling within the bounds of their holdings. III. The Grantee shall have the right to arbitrate local disputes within the fiefdom that do not necessarily violate the law. IV. The Grantee shall have the right to evict unruly tenants at will without requiring authorization. ARTICLE III. Duties and Obligations I. The Grantee shall render homage and fealty to the Grantor, pledging loyalty, obedience, and military support in times of war or conflict. II. The Grantee shall pay the prescribed feudal dues and obligations to the Grantor, providing Two Baich on a yearly basis. III. The Grantee shall be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the fiefdom, ensuring its prosperity, productivity, and the welfare of its inhabitants. IV. The Grantee shall attend the Grantor's court, council meetings, and other important gatherings, unless reasonably excused or otherwise instructed. ARTICLE IV. Inheritance and Succession I. The fiefdom and its associated rights shall pass to the lawful heirs of the Grantee, subject to the approval of the Grantor. II. In the event of the Grantee's demise, the appointed heir shall assume the rights, privileges, and duties associated with the fiefdom, upon the Grantor's approval. III. Should no successor be appointed by the Grantee, the Grantor reserves the right to appoint one themselves, or fully reabsorb the fiefdom and associated titles back into the personal holdings of the royal house. ARTICLE V. Reservation of Royal Rights I. The Grantor reserves the right to intervene in disputes within the fiefdom if necessary, intervene in matters of grave importance, and modify or revoke this Deed upon just cause. II. The Grantor may require the Grantee's military service outside the fiefdom in cases of national defense or emergencies. III. The Grantor retains ultimate sovereignty over the fiefdom and may demand the return of the fiefdom or alter its boundaries at their discretion. ARTICLE VI. Term and Termination This Deed shall remain in effect for an indefinite period unless terminated by mutual agreement, breach of obligations, or other lawful reasons. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Royal Deed of Enfeoffment as of the day and year first above written. Signed, HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë of the House Arthalion, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of the Númenedain, Princess of Númenost and Minas Amath, Protector of the Adunians, Master of the Sharadûn, Templar of the Archangel Michael Her Ladyship, Maerîl-Emigliana Maeya Cristonia Iduna Anne Theodosia Anastasia O'Rourke, Maestra de Musica la Hyspana, Court Musician of Númendil, Jovenaar of the Aulic Court, Matriarch of House Rourke, Lady of Al’Ildic His Lordship, Caderyn-Edwyn Isovar O'Rourke, Lord of Al'Ildic, Templar of the Archangel Michael, and Knight of the Realm Witnessed, Ser Alwyn II of the House Glennmaer, Royal Castellan of the White Court of the Númenaranyë, Lord of Formindon, Templar of the Archangel Michael, and Knight of the Realm

Tar-Caraneth Aryantë, who had no particular horse in this race but happened to be feeling mildly contrarian at the time, gave a mild frown and a squint. "This seems like a bit of a wasted effort - surely there are better things to be doing than going around checking everyone's skin just to find one Warlock for every hundred or more completely mundane skin-drawings... Bah. Sure, whatever I guess."

ROYAL BOUNTY ON SIRENS Issued the 13th of Sun’s Smile, in the Year 175 of the Second Age BY THE WILL AND AUTHORITY OF THE WHITE THRONE Whereas it has been observed that the concerning rise in occurrences of suicide via pitching oneself into the waters beneath fair Númenost, the White Throne has been advised that this trend may be influenced by the song of wicked SIRENS dwelling in the waters below. Therefore, the Crown does hereby grant any would-be Siren-slayers to investigate the headwaters of the Foroduin for such a presence. NOW THEREFORE LET IT BE KNOWN; Any man who shall present a Knight or Her Majesty the Queen with the head of a Siren shall be compensated for his troubles with coin in the amount of 3 Castar, or 60 Minae. In the event that there are in fact not Sirens, the Crown will instead put the money toward the installation of suicide nets to catch would-be jumpers. BY ORDER OF, HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë of the House Arthalionath, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of the Númenedain, Princess of Númenost and Minas Amath, Protector of the Adunians, Master of the Sharadûn, Templar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm

"Damn," remarked Tar-Caraneth Aryantë, a woman of few words as always.

I'm a big fan.

"Barclays are at the top of the Númenedain friendship pyramid," remarked Tar-Caraneth Aryantë. "They even got the accent over the 'u' correct."

Tar-Caraneth Aryantë did not listen for she was far, far to busy lining doorways with salt and preparing traps to capture awful, terrible soul-reaving pixies before they might try un-soul-ifying her children and stealing her people's corgis for war-steeds! The horror! No, such a thing would never come to pass. She refused this fate. She would spit in the face of the Pixie Queen, a curse be upon her court, and grind her little pixie wings into powder with which to make glitter for her arts and crafts.