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THE FINAL WILL AND TESTAMENT OF DEMETRIUS “By Bones and Barrows.” Per Ossa et in Barcis Issued by the Duchy of Reutov 17th of the Grand Harvest, 117 B.A [!] Encased in a tomb of malflame, his stomach met with the sharp end of an enemy's blade. His innards spilled out as his skin charred from the fires cast by Tezellion’uth. Battered and beaten to his own end, even after a second chance, the monk perished. Only able to mutter a few words as his lost tongue was mended by the Aengul of Courage. Penned by Brother Demetrius, the previous Duke of Reutov. To my kinsmen, If your eyes happen to fall upon this, I've met my untimely demise. Do not be mistaken that I’ve only waited for the embrace of death since Rhys’ passing, as harsh as it may be to state. This document is the enactment of my final will and testament to my direct lineage, I only hope that I shall be remembered after my passing as a good man. The accomplishments of my life seem rather pointless in the long run. I’m now only able to pass on but few artifacts and knowledge to the younger generations. The little knowledge I pass is to not focus on promotions and titles, they’re words tossed around to make you feel special. Spend the time with your loved ones so that when they’re gone you will only be left with fond memories. Though I suppose that means little, onto distributing my will. To my eldest daughter, Viktoria Carosa vas Ruthern, By now I’ve already left you with the Duchy of Reutov and all its holdings. It is time I left you the remainder of the Household artifacts that were entrusted to myself after my father, Gaius Geoffrey var Ruthern’s passing. The Mace of House Ruthern, a flanged thanhic-steel mace forged of thanhium and originating from Viktor Ivan var Ruthern, the Gishkgwena, a daemonsteel bastard sword which was gifted to Gaius Geoffrey var Ruthern, and Ruther Barrow, the loyal Sorvian Newt which was built to serve myself, my little duchess. To my eldest son, Sigmar Demetrius var Ruthern, It may seem rather plain as to one as yourself, though I leave in my passing, the entirety of my wardrobe. Do not only see what is in writing, Sigmar, read between the lines, my little king. To my daughter, Odette Mariya vas Ruthern, I part onto you the two servants of House Ruthern, Ruthern ‘Bonebreaker’ Barrow and his Viridian, along with few other companions, treasures that meaself e Rhys earned during our youth, my little miracle. To my son, Jan Aleksandr var Ruthern, I do not believe any material items will be of much use to your path within the clergy, Father, so I merely leave the care of the Chapel of the Venerable Ivan ‘The Martyr’ in your care, treat it well, my little bishop. To my son, Mikhail Afansiy var Ruthern, You’re quite a mess, my son, I met great struggles sorting through my items to find something befitting of leaving you in my absence. What other than the massive collection of books which I amassed in my youth, my little scholar. To my daughter, Elizaveta Sofia vas Ruthern, My precious daughter, you remind me so much of your grandmother. I wish to leave you what she left me after her death, the Heart of Halcourt, wear it with pride, mea little diamond. To my brother, Kristoff Alexios var Ruthern, Care for the children of Ruthern in my absence, I wish I could have raised the future generations though unfortunately my ventures will best me. You are still my baby brother, just as Rhys was. To those lost, Y shall finally see vy all again, little Natalya, mea twin Char, Madalena, papej e mamej, Nisreen, Sybille, e mea baby borsa, Rhys. How Y have missed vy all since vy left eam. - By Bones and Barrows … My kin. Signed by, Brother Demetrius, Cavalier of The Order of Saint Michael. Her Royal Excellency, Dame Gwenyth ‘The Unyielding’ Callista Vilac Vuiller, Constable of The Royal Balianese Duana, Marshal of the Regiment of Saint Lothar, Lady Sentinel of The Royal Sentinels, Garrison Commander of Fort Demetrio, Cavalier of The Order of Saint Michael.

TO THE RUTHERN VAR VIDAUS 10th of the Sigismund's End, 114 B.A Penned by Brother Demetrius I have lived a life of sin, filled with pride and greed. I sowed the seeds of chaos and conflict between my kin and the nations of GOD, and now I seek to repent for these crimes. I pen this missive in sincere apologies for my actions of 57 B.A. In talks of the reunification of the divided House of Ruthern when I was a young boy, I had accidentally provoked the now deceased Viktor var Ruthern when he had been around seventeen winters of age and I seven. In my youth, I falsely believed my superiority over my own kin, and sought to claim lordship of all. I claimed a title to show my seniority over the Rutherns of Haense, and caused them to do the same only furthering the feud. I repent for my actions from long ago. They were both unjustified and wrongful, I now know my mistakes and faults. They called for my head, but through GOD’s mercy, his holiness accepted me as a monk to spend the rest of my life repenting for my sins. Signed, Brother Demetrius

Deep in the jungles of Aevos, Brother Demetrius silently prayed for the loss of his Queen. Only to continue his treck onward as he awaited the conclusion of his sentence, paper and quill in hand.

Exogens Update

THE LITTLE SAILOR "By Bones and Barrows.” Per Ossa et in Barcis Issued by the County of Kositz 17th of the Grand Harvest, 108 B.A The Comital Household of Ruthern formally announces the passing of His Lordship, Rhys Marcelo var Ruthern. With tradition, the house shall adorn black garbs while they experience the great loss of the House’s Practitioner and brother of the current peer. May his soul, in due time, eternally rest within the Seven Skies, or so shall GOD see to those of the dark struck down to eternal damnation. To Irene Vy have claimed the life of mea borsa, vy will pay in blood. Y declare this to vy, if vyr to show face within the realm of Balian, Y, e many like meaself, shall claim vyr head e mount it to a pike. Mea borsa shall be avenged only with vyr death. May Malchediael guide eam in vyr slaughter. His Excellency, Ser Demetrius Laonicus ‘Al Valiant’ var Ruthern, Count of Kositz, Baron of Vastravo, Lord of Alriczan, Patriarch of the Senior Line of House Ruthern, Marshal of the Regiment of Saint Lothar, Constable of the Royal Duana. Her Excellency, Dame Viktora Carosa ‘Al Obstinate‘ vas Ruthern, Heiress of the Senior Line of House Ruthern, Advisor to the Royal Duana.

A Templar in the distant realms far off from Koyo-Kuni reviewed the post. “The Paladins are less successful versions of us, prideful bastards will try and blame the Shugo of Koyo-Kuni now.” He laughed.

AD AUGUSTA PER ANGUSTA Through difficulties to Honors House Galbraith, announces the birth of his lordship Rhys Lorenzo Galbraith ( @lalo ), heir’s heir to the Baronial House of Galbraith and all its holdings and estate. The Young Lord was baptized within the blessed halls of Balian’s Cathedral of Holy Supernals. He now rests within the Barony of Cascanova under the care of his loving parents, Adrian Marcello Galbraith and his newly wedded wife, Vivien Galbraith-de Lyons. IN HOC SIGNO VINCES Signed, The Honourable, John Augustus Galbraith, Baron of Cascanova, Patriarch of Galbraith. His Lordship, Adrian Marcello Galbraith, Heir to Cascanova. Her Ladyship, Vivien Galbraith-de Lyons, Heiress-Regent to Cascanova.

The soon to be made Baron of Cascanova shuddered in fear. “Responsibility.” It had been the man’s worst fear.

“The Church is growing bored.” Remarked a young Galbraith heir whom was inked out all along his arms.

Ser Demetrius squinted his eyes at the missive, before putting on reading glasses. “That can niet be right, can it?” He pushed his glasses down to rub his eyes before lifting them once more. “His Holiness jest blessed by the Aengul of Courage, surely their jest nie day that boring that he must ban tattoos.” He’d state, from the safety of his own home, he feared the wandering pontiff look alike would find him too. @Javert

ELECTOR NAME: Demetrius ‘Al Valiant’, Count of Barcevina ELECTOR HOUSE: Ruthern var Balian. VOTE CAST: Da.

THE BIRTH OF HAMMERHEADS “By Bones and Barrows.” Per Ossa et in Barcis Issued by the County of Barčevina 16th of Horen’s Calling, 104 B.A The Comital House of Ruthern happily announces the birth of Lord Heinrik Matyas var Ruthern @andydreww, the Heir’s Heir of the Senior Line of House Ruthern. Lord Heinrik shall have the right of birth to the County of Barčevina and all of its holding upon the timely abdication or passing of Her Ladyship, Dame Viktoria Carosa vas Ruthern once she assumes the Comital seat after her father, Count Demetrius. As of canonist tradition, the young lord was baptized and he shall be held within the estates of Count Demetrius var Ruthern and his esteemed household. We ask those of the Kingdom of Balian to welcome the new lord and future of the Kingdom. IN HOC SIGNO VINCES. Signed, His Excellency, Ser Demetrius Laonicus ‘Al Valiant’ var Ruthern, Patriarch of House Ruthern, Count of Barčevina, Baron of Vastravo, Lord of Alriczan, Marshal of the Regiment of Saint Lothar, Constable of the Royal Duana. Her Ladyship, Dame Viktoria Carosa vas Ruthern, Heiress of Barčevina, Cavalier of the Order of Saint Michael.

“In this Sign you Conquer.” In Hoc Signo Vinces “By Bones and Barrows” Per Ossa et in Barcis Issued by the Royal Duana 9th of Sun's Smile, 104 B.A With the development of the Raevo-Balianese Cultures, The Right Honorable Ser Demetrius var Ruthern has sought to align the titles of his estates to fit along with the mixed culture of the Raevir Household and its Motherland, the Kingdom of Balian. For the title of County of Marsana shall henceforth be renamed to the County of Barčevina and the Barony of Turanov to the Barony of Vastravo. This document is recognition of such changes under the oversight of Her Royal Majesty, Sybille I and His Royal Excellency, Kristoff var Ruthern. Signed, Her Royal Majesty, Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Princess of Providence, Duchess of Helena, Reutov, Sunholdt and Lorraine, Countess of Pompourelia and Kositz, Viscountess of Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Renzfeld, Brucca, Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera. His Royal Excellency, Kristoff Alexios var Ruthern, Amiratus of the Kingdom of Balian, Lord Seneschal of the Crown and Chief Minister of the Royal Duana. His Excellency, Ser Demetrius Laonicus ‘Al Valiant’ var Ruthern, Count of Barčevina, Baron of Vastravo, Lord of Alriczan, Marshal of the Regiment of Saint Lothar, Constable of the Royal Duana.

To His Holiness Caius Primus, House Ruthern casts its vote for House Barbanov to be granted the title Duchy of Adria. Signed, Ser Demetrius ‘Al Valiant’ var Ruthern, Count of Marsana.