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  1. 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.
  2. Tar-Caraneth Aryantë misses her daughter.
  3. THE VERY IMPORTANT DECREE of 173 SA Issued the 20th of the Sun’s Smile, in the Year 173 of the Second Age BY THE WILL AND AUTHORITY OF THE WHITE THRONE As it is the observation of Her Majesty that the whimsy of the world has come under attack by forces malevolent and misguided alike – for indeed have the house-fairies been driven into hiding and the gnomes cast out of their forest abodes – it has been decided that it is become most necessary for the faerie tale creatures to find shelter and guardianship amongst the non-fantastical peoples of the land. Verily have the kindly creatures of the old tales been cast into endangerment by the wrongdoings of those who too greatly fear them, or who wish them ill for the joy and cheerful faces they bring to the Lord’s creation. Pursuant to the remedying of this grievous crime against the world’s continued lightheartedness and laughter, the following edict shall be put in place effective immediately. NOW THEREFORE SHALL THIS PROCLAMATION STAND HENCEFORTH AS THE LAW OF THE NÚMENARANYË, I – Whimsy and the Obstruction Thereof Any person found to have harassed or obstructed the fantastical activities of a protected Faerie Tale Creature shall be guilty of the crime of Obstruction of Whimsy, punishable by a fine of 420 Minas and one hour of public ridicule. II – Protected Faerie Tale Creatures The following creatures shall hereafter be considered a protected class, and no obstruction nor harassment against them shall be tolerated: - Gnomes - Fairies - Brownies - Corgis - Musin, and in particular Blind Musin - Singing Birds - Unicorns - Griffins - Sentient Pastries - Talking Donkeys - Jenny III – Unprotected and Shunned Faerie Tale Creatures Those faerie tale creatures which are considered malevolent and destructive shall not only be denied any protections, but obstruction and harassment against them shall be encouraged. These creatures shall include, but not be limited to: - Hatless and/or Evil Witches, Wizards and Sorcerers - Pixies - Leprechauns - Wolves - Fairy Godmothers - Hags (All Varieties) - Non-Donkey Anthropomorphs Additionally, though it need not be said, shadowkin, dragonkin, undead and other such dark and evil beings do not qualify as fairy tale creatures and deserve nothing but extreme violence upon their person. 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
  4. XVI On this day of THE 12TH OF THE AMBER COLD, IN THE YEAR 172 OF THE SECOND AGE, Aranuir Arthalion swore the Oath of Tar-Númenatâr, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë and the White Court. On this day of THE 12TH OF THE AMBER COLD, IN THE YEAR 172 OF THE SECOND AGE, Aranuir Arthalion swore the oaths of chivalry, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë and the White Court. XVII On this day of THE 12TH OF THE AMBER COLD, IN THE YEAR 172 OF THE SECOND AGE, Arathor Arthalion swore swore the Oath of Tar-Númenatâr, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë and the White Court. On this day of THE 12TH OF THE AMBER COLD, IN THE YEAR 172 OF THE SECOND AGE, Arathor Arthalion swore the oaths of chivalry, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë and the White Court. XVIII On this day of THE 13TH OF THE SUN’S SMILE, IN THE YEAR 173 OF THE SECOND AGE, Azrubel Arthalion swore the oaths of chivalry, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë.
  5. Tar-Caraneth Aryantë who was, at the time the letter arrived, on a grand and valorous quest (and more troublingly, somewhat stranded on a far-away island) did not immediately receive her invitation, but she would most certainly appreciate it upon her return. Probably. At that particular moment, she was busy drawing a face on a small rock and giving it a name.
  6. Who could have predicted this?
  7. To This Erik Fellow, I appreciate your contributions to the world greatly, largely on account of the fact that I agree with you. Henceforth, you may imbibe free of charge in any tavern in the lands under my rule. GOD bless. Signed, 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
  8. To Whom it May Concern, No. Absolutely not. Signed, 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
  9. The Melody in the Wood ♪♪♪ High in the sky sat the fair spring morning's sun as the young herbalist passed through the wood. The light peered through the branches above and naught reached one's ears save for the chittering birds and rustling of the wind through the leaves. Aran-în-Eryn, it seemed, was at peace in this portion at the least. Indeed much of the great forest had become tainted by sorcery and blood, but not so there. In that place the forest's quiet was yet preserved, and so it was there that the herbalist – a girl known as Gwenniel – had found her path to lead. And much to her delight was her journey not only undisturbed but bountiful besides. By midday already she felt nigh overburdened with her pack full of roots and greens, from wild garlic and burdock to even a few medicinals. As good a haul as any she had seen, she thought, but a tiring morning's work, and so she wandered without aim seeking only a place where she might sit for a time and rest. Through brush and bramble she came, and down the forested hills until at last she stood upon a shallow rise of a ridge. Far ahead and below, she saw through the boughs a humble few cottages, and the rising ivory spires of the city on the horizon afar. Then it was that Gwenniel, as she paused to take in her surroundings, heard a gentle bubbling of water; she had, by fortune, stumbled upon a grove of sorts, nestled above a whispering spring. Perhaps twenty-odd yards off, the young woman approached in caution, for it seemed a beautiful place, but disconcertingly so. Blossoms floated carelessly on the wind, and the air smelled sweet, and the forest seemed to flourish, all centered around a single tree: white of bark, red of leaf, surrounded by dancing motes of light, and more fair than any tree that stood in its periphery. A Heart Tree as the one in the city, she thought at first, or perhaps something similar. She was uncertain for it was quite different despite its similarity, though she dared not ponder it overmuch. After all, she knew well the superstitions of her folk; to tarry overlong in such a place may attract the mischief of the pixies and their kin that live hidden in the greenery, and so tarry she would not. Superstition or not, it was a chance best left untaken, thought she, and she then made to leave. Yet, against her judgment, she paused as she gazed at the pond. By all rights she should already have turned from the grove, but her limbs wanted for rest and the water appeared clean enough, at least, to rinse her hands and face. Thus, she chose to linger. Nevertheless, she was superstitious still, and so she called out to the empty wood – somewhat foolishly, she thought after – to ask permission to rest at the pond. And though her call echoed from tree to tree, there emerged no malevolent pixies or any other such being to harass her. Deciding it safe enough, Gwenniel knelt by the water and collected a handful in a cupped palm to splash on her face. Suddenly, as the cool touch of water left her skin, the young woman’s eyes became heavy, and it was then that a chorus of murmurous, dulcet tones sounded through the grove. As misfortune would have it, there was indeed one denizen of the grove that had heard the herbalist’s call: the tree itself. A moment later, consciousness slipped from young Gwenniel, and the ivory roots of the tree began to envelope her body…
  10. Tar-Caraneth Aryantë was very proud of her daughter.
  11. Tar-Caraneth Aryantë, who was slightly too busy dealing with otherworldly threats to write a full letter, had a simple note delivered to the newly elected Pontiff: "I wish you a heartfelt congratulations on your recent promotion. We shall have to speak again soon, hopefully of more cheerful matters than our last conversation. May GOD Almighty bless your endeavors. Signed, Caraneth"
  12. Tar-Caraneth Aryantë started all of her children on a training montage and fed them only eggs and beef for the coming months.
  13. The Pact of Fairweather, 168 SA Issued the 13th of Amber Cold, 156 SA [Tunes] With the signing and promulgation of this document, the Kingdom of Númendil and the Commonwealth of the Petra, henceforth referred to as ‘the signatories’, do agree on their honor to the terms laid forth hereafter. ARTICLE I: Non-Aggression The signatories agree in the absolute to a pact of non-aggression. There shall be no military conflict between either state, nor between their constituent vassals or noble Houses. Any breaches of this term shall be resolved through the appropriate diplomatic channels. ARTICLE II: Sovereignty The signatories mutually recognize the other as the sole sovereign over their respective lands, and all titles affiliated with their respective styling. ARTICLE III: Defensive Alliance The signatories shall, in the event of war, rise to each other’s defense. This term shall apply only to defensive conflicts. In the event that a signatory party is the aggressing party, however, participation may be discussed as a separate agreement. ARTICLE IV: Trade The signatories shall, pursuant to mutual benefit, commit to free trade, and shall permit merchants from either nation travel and trade free from tariff or harassment. Additionally, a stall shall be provided, waiving annual rents, in either signatory’s capital, and the signatories shall exchange fifty crates of fine Petran chocolate for an equal weight of Alkayaban grade silver. ARTICLE V: Territory Acknowledgements The signatories hereby acknowledge the land claims of each other, and agree to not attempt to lay claim or otherwise infringe upon these agreed upon borders. ARTICLE VI: Duration This treaty shall remain in effect for the duration of the reigns of Her Royal Majesty, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë and Her Majesty, Catherine I or a period of ten years, whichever should come to an end first. In such an event, this agreement will be open to renewal or renegotiation. 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, Knight of the Realm Her Royal Majesty, Catherine I, By the Grace of GOD, Queen of the Commonwealth of the Petra, Marquise de Val d’Estenou, Countess of Temesch and Moere, Baroness of Garmont, Valfleur, Vallagne-en-Petra, Brasca, and of the Phoenixspire, Protector of the Meadows, Defender of Liberty Witnessed, Ser Alwyn II of House Glennmaer, Royal Castellan of the White Court of the Númenaranyë, Templar of the Archangel Michael, and Knight of the Realm
  14. "It's what Toni would have wanted." stated Tar-Caraneth Aryantë.
  15. XIV On this day of THE 14TH OF THE AMBER COLD, IN THE YEAR 167 OF THE SECOND AGE, Mathilde Augusta swore the Oath of Tar-Númenatâr, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë. She took the name Brenoril. XV On this day of THE 14TH OF THE AMBER COLD, IN THE YEAR 167 OF THE SECOND AGE, Marcellus Eglanior swore swore the Oath of Tar-Númenatâr, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë. He took the name Belegorn.
  16. XII On this day of THE 15TH OF THE GRAND HARVEST, IN THE YEAR 167 OF THE SECOND AGE, Markus Sarkozic swore the Oath of Tar-Númenatâr, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë. He has foregone taking an Adunic name. XIII On this day of THE 15TH OF THE GRAND HARVEST, IN THE YEAR 167 OF THE SECOND AGE, Markus Sarkozic swore an oath of loyalty and fealty to the House Arthalionath, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë.
  17. One Lady Erika, long-lived vampire dwelling in the frigid north gasped in shock! Outrageous, this news - positively scandalous. "I can't believe someone would do a thing like that!" She remarked whilst draining the blood of some unfortunate.
  18. In response, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë retrieved a particular Ruskan sabre of aurum, gifted to her in ages past, and had it melted down to be reforged.
  19. XI On this day of THE 16TH OF THE SUN’S SMILE, IN THE YEAR 166 OF THE SECOND AGE, Berior of the House Glennmaer swore the Oaths of Chivalry, in witness of Father Galadain Glennmaer
  20. X On this day of THE 15TH OF SNOW'S MAIDEN, IN THE YEAR 166 OF THE SECOND AGE, Idris of the House Glennmaer swore the Oath of Tar-Númenatâr, in witness of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë and the gathered populace of Númenost the Fair. He was given the name Berior.
  21. THE ALKAYABAN COMPANY Est. 165 SA — The Laborer’s Guild of Númenost — Granted charter by the Royal Bank of Númendil, the Alkayaban Company serves to further the Kingdom’s prosperity, both through the production of resources and materiel, and through providing secure and insured employment to the commonfolk. This manual, meant to serve as a primer for both current and prospective members alike, contains all relevant information to our company’s workings, ranging from hierarchy to the benefits of guildship. I. Laborers and Ranks The laborers of our guild are divided into three broad categories; prospectors, farmers and craftsmen. Of these, the prospectors are those tasked with the extraction and refinement of ores, the farmers are those tasked with the tending of fields and livestock, and craftsmen are those who have taken up an artisanal trade. The first and second share ranks, while craftsmen are bound to their own hierarchy. – Workers – Novice - Rank gained upon hiring. Laborer - Requires two Saint’s Weeks membership in good standing. Foreman - Appointed at the discretion of the Company Master. – Craftsmen – Apprentice - Rank gained upon acceptance by a Master. Master - Gained upon completion of apprenticeship. Under this structure, workers (farmers and prospectors) may be hired into the guild by the company foremen or the Company Master, while apprentices are taken on at the discretion of certified Masters and with the Company Master’s assent. II. Wages Those under the Company’s employ are entitled to an annual wage paid in the form of Company Scrips, which may be exchanged for Mina. To receive one’s allotted due, a Laborer must fulfill all assigned quotas, and remain in good standing with the guild. Additional scrips may be gained through contribution to the completion of large contracts. In the case of craftsmen, payment is received for contributing crafted goods to be sold in the Company store, rather than being bound to a quota. Expected contributions to mercantile stock will be negotiated with a given craftsman upon promotion to the rank of Master. On Company Standing One’s standing with the company is determined by the fulfillment of quotas and contribution to company projects. Those who fail to complete their quotas in a given Saint’s Week will receive no payment for that period, and shall be demoted to low standing. Continued failure to meet company expectations will result in demotion to poor standing, and eventually expulsion. III. Contracts The company’s primary mode of income is Crown Contracts, through which they receive payment from the Royal Bank of Númendil in exchange for a given quantity of a needed material. Contribution to these contracts is counted separately from annual quotas. Signed, Mazra et-Sûhalar, Master of the Alkayaban Company
  22. TREATY OF FORMINDON Issued the 8th of the Sun’s Smile, in the Year 165 of the Second Age With the signing and promulgation of this document, the Exilic Kingdom of Númendil and the Kingdom of Norland, henceforth referred to as ‘the signatories’, do agree on their honor to the terms laid forth hereafter. ARTICLE I: Non-Aggression The signatories agree in the absolute to a pact of non-aggression. There shall be no military conflict between either state, nor between their constituent vassals or noble Houses. The signatories, adhering to Adunian cultural traditions of peace, shall dedicate a bench to the Monarch of the other signatory within their lands. Any breaches of this term shall be resolved through the appropriate diplomatic channels. ARTICLE II: Sovereignty The signatories mutually recognize the other as the sole sovereign state over their respective lands, and all titles affiliated with their respective styling. ARTICLE III: Trade The signatories shall, pursuant to mutual benefit, commit to free trade, and shall permit merchants from either nation travel and trade free from tariff or harassment. Additionally, a stall shall be provided, waiving annual rents, in either signatory’s capital. ARTICLE IV: Duration This treaty shall remain in effect for the duration of the reigns of Tar-Caraneth Aryantë and High Keeper Ellenore Eiriksson, whichever should come to an end first. In such an event, this agreement will be open to renewal or renegotiation. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this agreement as of the day and year first above written. Signed, 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 AND SO IT SHALL BE, BY THE WILL OF THE FATHER, Ordained by the High Hearth before His most Sacred Flame, Ellenore Eiriksson, High Keeper of the Sacred Flame, Master of the Order of the First Flame, Righteous Servant of the Red-Lord, Loyal Adherent to the Ashen Way 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
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