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༻⊰──────────────────────⊱༺⠀ ☨⠀ ༻⊰──────────────────────⊱༺ A CASCAN COMING OF AGE ༻⊰──────────────────────────────────────────────⊱༺ IN THE YEAR OF 656 A.A ༻⊰──────────────────────────────────────────────⊱༺ THE HOUSE OF BASILEUS INVITES ALL to the Barony of Cascanova to celebrate the 18th nameday of Esfir Gwenyth Basileus, with a ball held to celebrate the young woman’s coming of age! In her eighteen years of life, the Basileus scion has made many great achievements in her youth, from her endeavors as a successful toymaker to becoming an academic prodigy, the Basileus will surely bring pride to her family name in her adulthood! ⋅ ༻⊰─────────────⊱༺ ⋅ 𑁍 ⋅ ༻⊰─────────────⊱༺ ⋅ Itinerary: The Jasmine Waltz Following the welcoming of guests to Cascanova, the Jasmine Waltz shall commence! Those who have gifts to present to the Basileus scion are welcome to do so for the duration of the ball! [OOC: JUNE 4TH, 5:00 PM EST] Ice Sparring The ball concludes, with guests ushered to Cascanova’s ice arena! Those interested in sparring are welcome to enter the Ice Sparring gauntlet, with the winner earning a prize of 100 Mina! [OOC: JUNE 4TH, 6:30 PM EST] ⋅ ༻⊰───────────────────────⊱༺⠀☨⠀༻⊰───────────────────────⊱༺ ⋅ FORMAL INVITATIONS: His Imperial Majesty, Marcus I, Emperor of Man, and his Imperial pedigree. His Grace, Alberic I, Archduke of The Petra, and his Princely pedigree. His Serene Highness, Willem van Aert, Prince of Blackvale, and his Princely pedigree. His Serene Highness, Rodimar Barclay, Prince in Reinmar, and his Princely pedigree. His Serene Highness, Edward Alstion, Archduke of Alba, and his Princely pedigree. Her Serene Highness, Caerine Mareno, Duchess of Myrine, and her Princely pedigree, Her Imperial Highness, Joan Mariana, Duchess of Asturias, and her noble pedigree. His Imperial Excellency, Sir Lothar d’Amuary, Duke of Lorraine, and his noble pedigree. His Grace, Heinrik Ludovar, Duke of Kvasz, and his noble pedigree. His Grace, Remus Helane, Duke of Valmont, and his noble pedigree. His Grace, Duncan Baruch, Duke of Valwyck, and his noble pedigree. The Most Honorable, Arya Altwegg, Margravine of Avistra, and her noble pedigree. The Right Honorable, Sir Robert Montalt-Rovin, Count of Aesterwald, and his noble pedigree. The Right Honorable, Volker van Hurst, Count of Totenpfalz, and his noble pedigree. The Right Honorable, Constance Devereux, Countess of Trier, and her noble pedigree. His Imperial Excellency, Ezra de Senna, Count of Edessa, and his noble pedigree. The Right Honorable, Nuvilta Whitewood, Countess of Silasia, and her noble pedigree. The Honorable, Florian Enswerp, Viscount of Rethel, and his noble pedigree. Her Ladyship, Phoebe Malory, Baroness of Sternfell, and her noble pedigree. Her Ladyship, Anastasia Basileus, Baroness of Cascanova, and her noble pedigree. His Lordship, Franz Galahar, Baron of Ghaestenwald, and his noble pedigree. His Lordship, Cassius Tiber, Baron of Hartwell, and his noble pedigree. PERSONAL INVITATIONS: Mattea Asadha of The Petra Catrin Solene, and all members of the House of Helvets-Jagiellon Elliot Devereux Inez Artemesia Amador Kristoff Isaak Amador Perceval Sterling de Lyons Diana Isfiria d’Arkent Anastasia Daniila Virosi ⋅ ༻⊰───────────────────────⊱༺⠀☨⠀༻⊰───────────────────────⊱༺ ⋅ HER LADYSHIP, ESFIR GWENYTH BASILEUS HER LADYSHIP, AGAPIA BASRA BASILEUS

Of Oak and Lion All Residents of Lotharia and The Horde of Many Tribes are invited to bear witness to the wedding of Arowyn Laurelie Whitewood and Ser Theodore Arthur de Lyons! Having known one another since childhood, love has blossomed between the pair despite the trials and tribulations endured by their people. Following a private courtship, the couple is now ready to embark together on a new path in their lives, knowing well enough that they can rely on one another for any troubles they may face in the future! Gifts are appreciated, but not required, as this merry event shall only focus on the matrimony of two friends, now becoming life partners! A painting of Ser Theodore and Arowyn, The soon-to-be Newlyweds. The Wedding Ceremony 4:00 PM EST The ceremony commences as the Bride and Groom both approach the altar. Closely following the traditions of their forebears, the couple are to present their vows under the grace of GOD, and unify their future together under his will. Une célébration au milieu des étoiles Following the conclusion of the wedding, a party shall be held in the tavern! Guests who are looking to present gifts to the newlyweds are welcome to do so, those who are not are still more than welcome to join in on the revelries! FORMAL INVITATIONS ARE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING: Their Serene Highnesses, Lothar and Isidora Basileus, Grand-duke and Grand-Duchess of Lotharia, and their royal pedigree. Rex Thrall, and the valiant Urukim. His Grace, Marcel Elio Vuiller, Duke of Aquilae, and his Noble pedigree. His Grace, Achillius d’Arkent, Duke of Sunholdt and his Noble pedigree. The Most Honorable, Heinrik Matyas Var Ruthern, Count of Kositz, and his Noble pedigree. The Most Honorable, Adriana Rosalind Temesch, Countess of House Temesch et Martiel, and her Noble pedigree. The Right Honorable, Colette de Lyons, Viscountess of House de Lyons, and her Noble pedigree. The Honorable, Calliope Tuvia, Baroness of House Tuvia, and her Noble pedigree. The Honorable, Aurellius Greye, Baron of Erythra, and his Noble Pedigree. The Honorable, Mikolaj Jazlowiecki, Baron of House Jazlowiecki. Justus Whitewood and his noble pedigree. All Residents of Lotharia. All Residents of The Horde of Many Tribes. PERSONAL INVITATIONS ARE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING: Kathryn of Rhen, Queen mother. Aunty Jo Aunty Laurey Leif Elio Whitewood Miroslaw Jazlowiecki Patrocleia Tuvia Ser Theodore Arthur De Lyons Her Ladyship, Arowyn Laurelie Whitewood

Yelena glossed over the King's final missive, her face growing a sickly pale as she neared its end. "My brother..... how I prayed that this day would never come." She muttered under her breath, tears shedding as she'd quickly pad over to a shrine, her shaking hands clasping together in prayer. "My friends have already had their lives taken from them, now my King-my brother, has followed in suit. Forgive me, my LORD.. but I ask... I beg you... to not take my sister away from me." She'd cry out, her legs giving out as she'd soon fall to the floor, breaking out in tears. "I plead that you listen to my prayers for once!" She wailed, releasing her hands from one another to slam into the floor. "Please.." She murmured, her cornflower gaze drifting upwards to meet the night sky. She was not ready for the days that would follow.

In the County of Kositz, a young scion of the Balianese line of Ruthern beams proudly upon finishing his distant relatives' missive. “The rage and loyalty of a true Ruthern can niet be so easily quelled.” He’d remark, his lips tugging into a grin as he’d sign the Lorraine before himself, muttering a prayer for the Duke’s endeavors.

In the Hold of Vuillermoz, Yelena Vasileia Vuiller tightly clutches the missive, her brows furrowing in anger. “Nothing can excuse negligence on violent acts committed against the subjects of a nation you so consider a ‘friend.’ I hope those de Savoie boys are faring well, same for that elven girl, I cannot imagine how they must’ve felt when being attacked by the men of that vassal.” She’d mutter out. Releasing a heavy sigh, the woman would then pad towards her shrine dedicated to Saint James II, clasping her hands together in prayer, for her nation, for her sister, and her brother-in-law.

Arowyn beams proudly as she finishes the missive! "Oh, how exciting! I cannot believe that his highness is already coming of age!" She'd remark, then running to her closet to find the right outfit for the investiture!

While not martially inclined, Yelena takes a copy of the missive for her own keeping, delightedly humming as she glosses over its contents. "Truly a just and selfless cause, may GOD be with Segnor Warrin!"

The Reopening of The Balianese Academy 11th of Lothar’s Gift, 149 B.A Following the long-awaited opening of the Museum of Portoregne, the Museum's co-founder, Yelena Vasileia Vuiller, is pleased to announce the re-opening of the Balianese Academy! As promised by the co-founder in her senatorial days, the Academy shall serve as an institution meant to educate the masses of the Kingdom on all matters relating to the culture, etiquette, history, and language of Balian! As of now, the Academy has a total of 5 consistent subjects, which can be attended by all Balianese citizens regardless of class or age, wholly backed by the government! In time, the Academy may also see additions to the curriculum, which shall also be open for the public's attendance. The Current Curriculum of the Balianese Academy: - History of Balian - Ledicort A. Vuiller Covers the History of Balian, starting from the Brother’s War up to the modern times of our realm. Can also feature classes on pre-Balianite history. Members of the Peerage are also invited to host classes of their own regarding the history of their house, such as events relevant to their family's history or knowledge otherwise not publicly known that they’d wish to share. - Balianese Etiquette - Yelena V. Vuiller, la Cort de la Taronja. Covers the etiquette and customs of the Kingdom of Balian for denizens to be mindful of and practice, during Symposia Pragma’s, the courses can expand to include dance lessons or proper courting conduct. - Balianese Language - Vacant Covers the linguistics of the Kingdom’s local dialect, from vocabulary to the proper usage of the dialect in day-to-day conversation. - Canonist Theology for Beginners - Her Royal Majesty, Kathryn of Rhen An introductory course on the basics of Canonism. Teaches the essential scriptures and knowledge for those new to the faith or interested in learning of it. - Self Protection & Safeguarding - Achillius d’Arkent, Aurelius Greye Taught by the Constable, or other interested members of the Regiment, teaches the basic theories to self-defense, whether literally or in educating the masses on public threats to the nation, such as Darkspawn. Quizzes will be held for each subject from time to time, featuring prizes including but not limited to Mina! Occasionally, the Academy will also see guest lectures, these could be hosted by members of the Duana, who wish to advertise their division and its related duties to the public, or foreign teachers/individuals wishing to collaborate with the Balianese Academy. Those interested in becoming a teacher of any of the listed subjects, or wishing to collaborate with the academy may send a letter to myself! Compensation will be provided to teachers of the Balianese Academy. Signed, Her Excellency, Yelena Vasileia Vuiller, Baroness-Consort of San Haraldo, Erudit of The Royal Order of The Silver Comet, Domus Ministri of The Kingdom of Balian, Zelador of La Cort de La Taronja, Headmaster of The Balianese Academy.

SENATUS EVENTUS, 145 B.A. 7th of Sigismund’s End of 145 B.A Following a year since the announcement of the conclusion of the Senate’s Second session, and the Senate Race that soon followed thereafter, the Domus Ministri is pleased to announce the new Senators for the Senate’s Third Session! Johanna Henriette Vuiller Ledicort Alexander Vuiller Estevot Heymor Clarissa Emila Falkner Nico Following the publishing of this missive, the first meeting of the Senate’s Third session will be coordinated with the newly appointed Senators, in which they’ll elect their Gran Orator, who shall oversee the Senate for the duration of their session. Signed, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, JOHN II, by the Grace of God, King of Balian, Prince of Providence, Duke of Helena, Lorraine and Reutov, Count of Pompourelia, Viscount of Eflen and Anatis, Baron of Renzfeld, Brucca, Valens, Malenos, Montcoure and Ciavola, Lord of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera. Her Excellency Yelena Vasileia Vuiller, Baroness-Consort of San Haraldo, Erudit of The Royal Order of The Silver Comet, Domus Ministri of The Kingdom of Balian, Zelador of La Cort de La Taronja Atriana Rorin, Scholar of the Royal Balianese Academy

The Birth of Eaglets 11th of Horen’s Calling of 144 B.A In the month of Peter’s glory of 143 B.A, the Duchy of Aquilae was graced with the wails of not just the next heir to the Duchy, but another scion as well! The family owes all their thanks to the still recovering Baroness-consort, and GOD for the delivery of TWO healthy boys! The first to be born proudly bearing the name of Godric Johan Vuiller! Named after Saint James II, and Johan Vuiller respectively! The second, bearing the name Tobias Duncan Vuiller! Signed, The Honourable, HARALD GODRIC VUILLER, Baron of San Haraldo Her Excellency, Yelena Vasileia Vuiller, Baroness-Consort of San Haraldo, Erudit of The Royal Order of The Silver Comet, Domus Ministri of The Kingdom of Balian, Zelador of La Cort de La Taronja.

A Call for Election 11th of Sigismund’s End of 143 B.A With the ending of the second Senate session of Balian, the citizenry must elect their new Senators of the Senate of Balian. The third session of the Senate shall comprise five Senators, of whom one shall be elected to be the Gran Orator of the Senate. It shall last eight years before re-election, upon which the Senate shall be dissolved. Applications must be sent in within four Saint’s Days. To run for Senate you must fulfil the qualifications set out by the Edict of Senatus Civis, all must be fulfilled: -Be at least 16 years of age. -Have residences at an address in Balian. -Be in good standing with the laws of the Kingdom. -Must follow the Canonist faith. -Be a Citizen of Balian -Filled out the Census -Must not be a sitting Duana member -Can not be a current Peer of the Crown. Further information shall be found upon the Edict of Senatus Civis. Register to Vote here! Those who wish to run for the Senate must respond to this missive with the following format: Name: Age: Residence: (IGN: ) Did you fill out the Census? (Discord:) Signed, HER EXCELLENCY Yelena Vasileia Vuiller, Baroness-Consort of San Haraldo, Erudit of The Royal Order of The Silver Comet, Domus Ministri, Zelador of La Cort de La Taronja Atriana Rorin, Scholar of the Royal Balianese Academy

Expansion of Housing outside of Portoregne 9th of Owym’s Flame of 139 B.A In the Latter half of the Year 139, B.A. I was approached by an Immigrant on a concern regarding the lack of housing outside of this city's walls. For while we have endless fields of crops, we have only but a few farmhouses to properly tend to such plots of land. While it is true that we are in dire need of more housing within our city, the rural fields of our nation also require similar attention. With that taken into account, rather than motioning for an immediate mending of such matters, I motion for the future construction of three additional houses in the pastoral lands lying outside of our city. With the construction of these plots, our lands can further be efficiently tended to by the agriculturally inclined denizens of our realm, [ PASSED AS OF 143 B.A. ] HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, JOHN II, by the Grace of God, King of Balian, Prince of Providence, Duke of Helena, Sunholdt and Lorraine, Count of Pompourelia and Kositz, Viscount of Eflen and Anatis, Baron of Renzfeld, Brucca, Valens, Malenos, Montcoure and Ciavola, Lord of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera. HER EXCELLENCY Yelena Vasileia Vuiller, Baroness-Consort of San Haraldo, Erudit of The Royal Order of The Silver Comet, Domus Ministri, Zelador of La Cort de La Taronja