sondher

The newly appointed Regent of Talentine, Henri de Lewes, nodded his head, patiently relaying the requests and information in neat ink and quill. The Baron, notoriously awful in regards to the treatment of children and fatherhood, seemingly had a change of heart.

Perhaps the young Count Leon was what he wished his own heir to have been.

ELECTOR NAME: Yustina Anastasya Sarkozic var Aaun.
ELECTOR HOUSE: Sarkozic var Aaun.

VOTE CAST: Da!

"Mother obviously didn't give Mikhail enough attention as a baby,"  Yustina remarked to her two remaining brothers, Artyom and Aleksey, after reading.

THE KINDERFESTE OF REVEDIN

The Rite of Maturity of the Countess of Revedin, Konstancja Illena

Konstancja Illena, Circa. 1972

Written by

THE MARCH OF VELEN

After years of study abroad, the Countess of Revedin is to return home to the Velenic Plateau, and at the whim of the Margravial Seat of Velen, a Kinderfeste shall be hosted in her honor. 

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TIMETABLE

Firstly, a bonfire will be prepared from the Aschenwald wood and ignited to mark Konstancja’s transition into adulthood. She shall throw a few cherished items into the flames to mark her passage into adulthood accompanied by a speech from herself and her parents.

Secondly, classical Waldenian music will be played as guests are allowed to mingle and congratulate the individual. 

Finally, Konstancja will be officially invested by her parents as the Countess of Revedin as is customary. 

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INVITATIONS

Personal Invitations of the Countess are sent to;

His Royal Highness, Charles Reman of Aaun

Her Royal Highness, Josephine Florentia of Aaun

His Lordship, Guy de Lewes of Virdain

Her Ladyship, Hedwig of Warsovia

Miss Winifred Adelia Barclay

To the Peerage of Aaun;

His Royal Majesty, John I, King of Aaun, and his noble pedigree

His Highness, Johannes von Alstreim, Prince of Merryweather, and his noble pedigree

Her Ladyship, Olympe-Regina Dieuxmont de Rosius, The Marchioness of Haute-Epine, and her noble pedigree

His Lordship, Krzysztof Jazlowiecki, The Count of Warsovia, and his noble pedigree

His Lordship, Léon Henri, The Count of Talentine, and his noble pedigree

His Lordship, Grzmichuj Jazlowiecki, The Baron of Triglav, and his noble pedigree

His Lordship, Henri de Lewes, The Baron of Virdain, and his noble pedigree

His Lordship, Emilio Varoche, The Baron of Napoliza, and his noble pedigree

To the Waldenic Diet;

His Royal Highness, Alfred, Prince in Reinmar and of Sutica, Elector of Reinmar

His Royal Highness, Leon, Prince in Reinmar and of Minitz, Elector of Minitz

The Right Honourable, Aurel von Theonus, Elector of Marignan

The Right Honourable, Friedrich von Augusten, Elector of Hohengarten

Sir Daris Verethi Teres, Syndicate Envoy to the Waldenic Diet

And all others, of Waldenic Heritage

SIGNED,

His Excellency, Siegmund I, 

RKTVOOBE, ROKSG, Margrave of Velen, Count of Cantal, Viscount of the Aschenwald, Baron Mons Velena, Alsace, and the Arentania, Lord of Kostritz, Patriarch of the House von Reuss, Elector of Velen, Protector of the Aschenwald peoples, Vice-Chancellor of Aaun

Her Ladyship, Marlene of Merryweather, 

Margravine-consort of Velen, Countess-consort of Cantal, Viscountess-Consort of the Aschenwald, Baroness-consort of Mons Velena, Alsace, and the Arentania, Lady of Kostritz, Protectress of the Aschenwald peoples

Her Ladyship, Konstancja von Reuss,

Countess of Revedin, Heir to the Margravate of Velen

OOC:

AN ANNOUNCEMENT OF ABDICATION

Penned by Ser Henri de Lewes of Virdain

On the 6th of Owyn’s Flame, 1961

For a sum of forty-seven years, Baron Fernand Auguste Ashford de Lewes served the Kingdom of Aaun and Virdain. In the duration of which he had served as the Mayor of Whitespire, The Chancellor of Aaun and much more. Lord Fernand sponsored the establishment of the Barony of Virdain in 1914 and has since then been the first and only to hold its title. Not only has he been a loyal courtier, but a husband and father as well. Now, finally content with his life’s achievements, the Baron has now formally decided to step back and enjoy the remainder of his life with his wife without the responsibilities he has carried.

In doing so, he hereby surrenders the Barony of Virdain and the ownership of Cors-Midden to his rightful heir - Ser Henri Leufroy Sigismond Ashford de Lewes.

May GOD bless the Baron and the family of Ashford de Lewes.

SIGNED,

HIS LORDSHIP, Fernand Auguste Ashford de Lewes

HIS LORDSHIP, Ser Henri Leufroy Sigismond Ashford de Lewes

Baron of Virdain

OOC

IGN: sondher
RP NAME: Theodosia Barclay
PERSONA ID: 55747

The Duchess of Reinmar, Theodosia, received the news with great anticipation, beaming with pride upon hearing the words from the Duke. "Finally," She exhaled a soft sigh of relief, "The efforts of your people have been acknowledged, Alfie." Despite her initial happiness, a shadow of worry clouded her porcelain features, an unwavering feeling that instinctively made her palms clasp in prayer for the future of her family and peace.

Konstancja was so excited that her father was finally employed !

Konstancja von Reuss readied her finest bow and trained accordingly with the assistance of her mother, Marlene.

The rather impatient Ayrikivian, Theodosia, rolled her eyes, expecting such a request from her wounded husband (@Gandhi) , "Who am ah tae deny ye a weddin'? Ah pray this time ye willnae get 'urt fer once..." She murmured, bracing herself to assist the Barclay.

Theodosia, the wife of Alfred, received his recount with tearful pride. A sigh of relief escaped her lips, her worried features softening at the news of the Covenant's success, "God is with us..."

Konstancja, though she could not read yet, was proud of not only her mother - but her family as well.

AN AAUNIC TRIPLE NAMEDAY

EXTRAVAGANZA

[!] The Coat of Arms for each birthday boy and girl was scribbled in crayon.

[Artist: Konstancja Illena von Reuss, Countess of Revedin]

Three children of houses across the Aaunic realm unite to celebrate their fifth nameday’s which shall take place within the same month. The eldest of the three, Countess Konstancja von Reuss, proposed that they should all celebrate within the walls of the newly-constructed keep in Velen. The other celebrants are notably Guy de Lewes, the anticipated heir of Virdain and Lady Winifred Barclay. 

TIMETABLE

GAMES IN THE GARDEN

As the guests gather, the children will have a variety of their favorite games for the attendees to participate in. A message from the Reuss, Lewes and Barclay trio: “YOU MUST PLAY THE GAMES IF WE TELL YOU TO.”

CAKE AND FEASTING

The Ladies of Reuss and Lewes, along with their respective servants, put together a fantastic meal consisting of the youth’s favorite dishes and a cake of both chocolate and vanilla flavor, since the children could not come to an agreement on which they should have for their special day.

GIFT OPENING

Those who were kind enough to bring gifts may present their presents to the children. Konstancja favors art supplies and toy weapons, Guy de Lewes also expresses a fondness for weapons, and Winifred is happy with whatever - either it be small animals or new ribbons and a dress.

SPECIAL INVITATIONS

Though all allies of the Covenant are invited and encouraged to attend, the Countess of Revedin extends special invitations to:

HRM, King of the United Kingdom of Aaun, John I and his royal pedigree:

-HRH, Prince of Aaun and Lord of Alba, Charles Reman Alstion

-HRH, Princess of Aaun, Josephine Florentia Alstion

Along with the rest of the Royal Household of Alstion

HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, The Grand Prince of Minitz, Leon I

And the Princely Household of Barclay

HIS HIGHNESS, The Prince of Merryweather, Johannes I

And the Princely Household of Alstreim

HIS LORDSHIP, The Margrave of Velen, Siegmund von Reuss

And the Margravial Household of Reuss

HER LADYSHIP, The Marchioness of Haute-Epine, Olympe-Regina de Rosius

And the Margravial Household of Rosius

HIS LORDSHIP, The Baron of Virdain, Fernand de Lewes

And the Baronial Household of Lewes

HIS LORDSHIP, The Baron of Napoliza, Emilio Varoche

And the Baronial Household of Varoche

SIR Ludolf Ritter von Minitz and his pedigree

SIR Leutwin Barclay and his pedigree

SIGNED

THE RIGHT HONOURABLE, Konstancja Illena von Reuss, Countess of Revedin

Heir to the Margravate of Velen

HIS LORDSHIP, Guy Olivier Alexandre Ashford de Lewes

HER LADYSHIP, Winifred Adelia Barclay

OOC:

"Any Sarkozic who appears after all this time and presents themselves to the Prince as a contestant is not an ally - but a mere crow pecking at any shiny thing it can find. Then again, I suppose that would make the claimant more of a likely friend to Stassion due to their similarities - they both cling to any title they may have the slightest of ties to. Though it would be beneficial in the short term, a mutual pining for power is not a lasting alliance - Kasimir's descendants found that out for themselves. It'd be in the Prince's best interest to listen to Markus Sarkozic of all people," Caterina Sarkozic mused to herself whilst examining the beds of her nails.

Theodosia smiled dotingly upon the pair of twins -

Her prayers had been answered.

The last survivng child of the late Franz of Pompourelia, Caterina Alexandrina Sarkozic, read over the missive with a disapproving crease betwixt her brows. Though her absence from the lands of Stassion had been long, due to the mourning process of her dearest brother Kasimir - a sour taste had been left in her mouth, "Traitors have betrayed the traitors. I cannot say this was unexpected at all, after all, how can one trust a crown borne from blood and disloyalty."

The missive reaches the reclusive Marina Amador - though she had been missing in action for roughly two decades - she immediately fretted over the well-being of her dearest, elder sister Liridona, but did nothing.

House Barclay von Reinmar  and House Baruch presents…

THE DUCAL WEDDING

OF 508 E.S
 

[!] A portrait depicting Alfred Barclay’s humble proposal to Teodosia Baruch

within the bustling streets of Valdev.

After a decade of anticipation between the young couple to finalize their courtship, Teodosia Eileen Baruch and Alfred Konstanz Barclay (@Gandhi) hastily requested to meet with the Duchess Roslin Baruch (@kaylacita), seeking permission for marriage. Approval was granted after a series of trials involving a customary practice of interrogation, a duel with a male guardian, and the ability to withstand an infamous Ayrikivian cultural dish – which deemed him fit to the hand of her second youngest daughter.

Eager to avoid wasting a second more, the match immediately sought out the priest, Father Anton (@rep2k), to perform the ceremony in Sankt Johannsburg. Nobility throughout the Coalition alike were graciously extended special invitations to attend, though all were welcome. It was a quaint procession due to the bride and groom’s humble wishes, leftover expenditures were then distributed to the needy. Shortly after exchanging vows and taking the name of her husband, Teodosia Barclay announced that in order to embrace the new culture which she shall whole-heartedly embrace as a Consort - she shall abandon the Ayrikivian name ‘Teodosia Eileen’ and take on the anglicized name ‘Theodosia Helen’, maintaining a similar first name after her namesake was Saint Theodosius. 

Finally bound together in marriage, the new Duke of Reinmar and his wife set off to complete 

a pilgrimage after the conclusion of their wedding.

SIGNED

HIS PRINCELY GRACE, Alfred Konstanz Barclay, Prince of Sutica, Duke of Reinmar, Count of Freimark and Kretzen, Baron of Madvon and Freising, Lord of Sankt Johannsburg, Chief of the Reinmaren

HER PRINCELY GRACE, Theodosia Helen Barclay, Princess-Consort of Sutica, Duchess-Consort of Reinmar, Countess-Consort of Freimark and Kretzen, Baroness-Consort of Madvon and Freising, Lady of Sankt Johannsburg

After receiving her mother's approval to marry the heir to Reinmar, Teodosia Baruch wearily examined the Duke's abdication letter. Her bony fingertips gently traced the lorraine necklace which dangled from her neck out of anxious habit, "May GOD bless them both," She whispered, the faintest traces of pride gracing her lips on behalf of the two Barclays.

House de Lewes presents…

THE BIRTH

OF A

STAR 

[!] The newest addition to Lewes sleeps soundly within Virdain.

It is with utmost joy that the Barony of Virdain announces the birth of 

a new member and heir to its noble lineage, Ashford de Lewes.

On the 8th of the Sun’s Smile, 1954, just as the twinkling stars began to settle above the rising sun - cries tore throughout the halls of Virdain. The Heavens seemed to smile down upon the future Baron of Virdain, Henri Leufroy de Lewes, and his wife, Katharina Elisabeth de Lewes nee Reuss, as they were blessed with a healthy, robust baby boy. The family and attendants of the Barony was renewed with optimism and immense joy as another promising generation graces the world. 

Like his father, a scion of the Ashford de Lewes dynasty, the newborn carries the weight of one day continuing the prosperity of the Barony. In accordance to his love for his Savoyard culture, the Lord Henri de Lewes insisted on naming his son Guy Olivier Alexandre Ashford de Lewes ( @Timer)  to continue the family’s naming tradition.

A baptism for the boy will be scheduled and announced at a later date.

SIGNED,

HIS LORDSHIP, Henri Leufroy Sigismond de Lewes

Heir-Apparent to the Barony of Virdain

HER LADYSHIP, Katharina Elisabeth von Reuss

Henri de Lewes thoroughly examined the proposed invitations which were prepared by his soon-to-be wife. He gazed upon her fondly, a subtle glimmer of excitement in his eye, "Finally, a wedding at last," He murmured, a sigh of relief escaping his lips before he granted the Reuss an approving nod.

Hi ! I'm the teacher.

Caterina Sarkozic hastily prepares to visit her youngest daughter, eager to see her first grandchild!

A former resident of Balian, Caterina Sarkozic, smirked at her own wry remark's of the situation - which she directed to her brother, Kasimir. The mocking words, "I told you so", frequently spoken out-loud by the shrewd woman.