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Somewhere, Fenika Ophelia Kortrevich felt the same, frowning when she didn't see her family name on the invitations. They were one of the Peers of Haense and the Queen was their aunt. She shook her head in disappointment.

The former princess, now Queen of Naurland, sat on the walls of her new Queedom with the brightest smile ever. Rosalind was very excited for the future play dates!

Rosalind was hard at work, making the circlet in the honor of the pact!

11. Blue Baruch $5 dove#8701

Issued By THE VISCOUNTESS OF VENZIA On this 9th of Jula ag Piov of 460 E.S. O' GUD, VOR HJELP I GYNE ERE, In recent months, the House of Ruthern has released several deplorable missives, claiming to speak for the entirety of Hanseti-Ruska as they sought to conquer and subjugate the Kingdom of Norland. They have attempted to bypass the legitimate channels of our Nation by which all law-abiding citizens pursue when they seek change. Such behavior will not stand. Only years ago, in the recent memory of a select few, “The Enoffment of the Hyspians” was processed through His Majesty’s Royal Duma, to attain the approval of each Haeseni vassal and the nation’s populace - represented by the term's elected officials - to the terms of the Aulic Envoy and Viceroy’s treaty. Similarly, around this time, a non-aggression treaty with the Kingdom of Norland was presented to the Royal Duma; a public avenue of legislature. A great many objections opposed the prospective treaty, and the Nation came close to seeking war with our Northern neighbor. Nevertheless, the Royal Duma came to the conclusion that war with our Northern brethren would be unnecessary and it did not occur. Each of these exemplar decisions came about by the legislative branch's debate and reasonable discourse. Perhaps the House of Ruthern believed themselves above our legitimate routes of discursive action. Perhaps it was the Lord Speaker - Baron Felix Weiss - who discouraged them from pursuing a lawful war through the Royal Duma, specifically in his non-Ruthern origin unlike past Lord Speaker Maric Baruch née Ruthern who they were unafraid of. Perhaps they thought not to follow the respectable, and honourable example of their forefathers by expressing their opinions before the masses. Or perhaps the House of Ruthern’s greed has come back to bite it once again; they gnaw at the Crown’s gown for more land and power, they disgrace their more honourable forefathers, and they embarrass our Crown whose opinion, counsel, and permission they disrespect so obtusely as to disregard any notion of sharing their intentions with anyone who might be affected by them. Furthermore, the House of Ruthern has capitalized on a moment of least resistance from the Crown while King Georg I and Lord Palatine Iosif Basrid are simultaneously unavailable. This leaves only the Queen-Consort, regent Prince Marius Audemar and the infantile Grand Prince to preside over this occurrence. What cowardice a House must hold to await a time in which they suspect the Crown and populace to be the least resistant to their plots. Any soldier of the BSK would agree that one does not kick their opponent while they are down, and yet the House of Ruthern’s honour has been so shredded that it disregards this ancient tenet to feed its lust for power. Even further still, the House of Ruthern, wielding the position of the Duke Aleksandar var Ruthern as Grand Peer, attempted to intimidate the Comital House of Kortrevich; alleging the Queen-Consort’s own family unworthy of their peerage and status and going so far in this affront as to imply that, were it not for the Queen-Consort’s grace, they would march upon Jerovitz and siege the very County from which she hails. In addition, Duke Aleksandr met with Duke Wilheim Barclay for the due process of the Noble Audit. What should have been a standard meeting for the discussion of the Duchy of Reinmar devolved into argument, including the Grand Peer himself questioning the loyalty of House Barclay. A high-caliber insult, one highly stained by personal bias, directed at a most honourable House whose residents have not once faltered in their allegiance to the Crown. Henceforth, no excuses claiming that the House of Ruthern’s intentions are to unite its countrymen or kin will suffice, for such threats having been even uttered should discredit them. These decisions on the part of the House of Ruthern, the remainder of Hanseti-Ruska cannot abide by. Your actions have been reprehensible. For many years, generations even, you have scorned your brothers in both arms and quill and we have watched, but this is a step too far. This message comes not from personal opinions or distaste; the House of Colborn would expect to be treated in an identical manner should we have committed these same sins. How can your peers and the Crown possibly trust you henceforth; when you threaten undue abuse of your power against a kinsman, when you hold the Queen of a foreign nation captive, offer ultimatums to foreign powers, and demand to meet them in the field of battle without prior discussion among your Sovereign and allies? The House of Ruthern quotes the final wish of the late King Karl III as their justification to wage this false war, in conjunction with their claim to hold the blessing of Pontiff Pontian IV. The topic of conquering the Kingdom of Norland has been brought to the Royal Duma’s attention already during His late Majesty’s reign, yet has been denied. Who are they to deny the will of the people, and neglect any will of the Crown? They are a volatile House, one that cannot be trusted. It is for this aggregation of misdeeds that, spearheaded by the Vicomital House of Colborn, the peers of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska call upon the authority of the Crown - or the malefactors’ own shame - to demote the Ducal House of Ruthern for their offenses against the nation and the Crown; they have sabotaged its reputation, abused the Office of the Aulic Envoy’s efforts to retain neutrality, and they have attempted to bypass the will of the Crown by working behind its back. If not a demotion, the Peers of the Realm demand sanctions to satisfy the grievous injustices served to them. Furthermore, the Kingdom’s faith in Duke Aleksandr var Ruthern to serve dutifully and impartially as the Grand Peer has been called into serious question. Such grievous actions cannot be overlooked, and the Peers of the realm appeal to the Grace of Godan and the Crown for Justice. SKRALI VOR GUD, Viscountess of Venzia, Baroness of Bethlenen, Rose of Colborn, Protector of Scyflings His Princely Grace, Wilheim Konstanz Barclay, Prince of Sutica, Duke of Reinmar, Count of Freimark and Kretzen, Baron of Madvon, Freising, and Sigradz, Lord of Wilheburg, Erwinsburg, Freiburg, Neuberg and Rozenfeld, Chief of the Reinmaren His Highness, Cesar I de Pelear, Viceroy of Hyspia, Baron of Arenisca, Lord of Niseep, Gereon’s Hold, and Ciudad de Plata, Defender of Hyspian Culture Cesar de Pelear The Right Honourable, Emma Henrietta Ludovar, Countess of Otistadt, Viscountess of Sezwesk, Baroness of Juliksburg, Lady of Ricksburg The Right Honourable, Matviy Artem Rahoul Kortrevich, Count of Jerovitz, Viscount of Krusev, Baron of Koravia His Lordship, Aurik Bishop, Baron of Ostervik, Baron-Consort of Gascony, BSK Master At Arms, Patriarch of Bishop

Esmeralda Guenevere de la Luz, the protector of Hyspians, joins her sisters against the homophobia!

QUEENDOM OF THE CAVE PENNED BY FENIKA KORTREVICH ON THE 16TH OF GRONNA AG DROBA ON 459 E.S. TO THE KIDS, We are the QUEENDOM of the Cave. A super duper secret cave. Only MY people know about it. We’re here to protect the cave, the water, the stone, the dirt, the moss, the vines, EVERYTHING. We’re here to collect seashells, stones, flowers, and fish for the cave, to make it BETTER. We’re here to protect our people, allies, and friends because we are GOOD. This is what we do. We protect the cave at ALL costs. Always. Forever. FOR THE CAVE! HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Fenika “Luna” Ophelia Kortrevich, by the Grace of Godan, Queen of the Cave, Princess of the Seashells, Protector of the Cows, Hat Maker of Jeroovitz HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Fabian “Soleil” Otto Kortrevich, by the Grace of Godan ag His Sestra, King of the Cave, Reader of Cards, Keeper of the Flowers, Pastry Chef of Jeroovitz HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Ileana“Illy” Stefaniya Kortrevich, by the Grace of Godan, Second Queen of the Cave, Countess of Jeroovitz, Viscountess of Krosev, Baroness of Krovia HER MAJESTY, Mari “Rebel” Oda Colborn, Princess of the Cave, QUEEN and Protector of the Goats, Knight of the Cave, Bestest Monster Hunter, Viscountess of Venia HER HIGHNESS, Lukrecja “Lucy” Wieszcz, The Dragon Princess HIS HIGHNESS, Ser The Owl Knight Knight to the Realm, Protector of Dragon Princess Lukrecja HIS HIGHNESS, Aaren “The Rock” Godric Colborn, Prince of Stone, Protector of Eagles HER GRACELY EXCELLENCY, Amaya Milena Colborn, Duchess of Rockdom, Countess of Crystal Caveton HER HIGHNESS, Violetta Sofiya Edda Colborn, Trade Princess of the Cave, Maker of Items HIS GRACE, Alphonse “Tea Man” August Ruben Harlan Karl Luis Edmund Walden Siegfried Oskar Erwin Bertram Wilheim Tylos Barclay, Royal Advisor of the Queen of the Cave, Maker of Tea HER PRINCELY EXCELLENCY, DAME Maja “Sparks” Tuva Colborn, Princess of Goats, Protector of the Cave, Queendom ‘Alchemist’, Purveyor of Pranks, and Knight of the Cave HER SERENE HIGHNESS, DAME Ailsa “Bear Child” Cairstine Baruch, Grand Princess of BEARS (rawr), Knight of the Cave K N I G H T C O R N

Ada Natalya Colborn smiled proudly as House Colborn was stated as the winner. She glances to her cousin, showing him the missive. "We're just that good." @Kaladin Stormblessed

MC Name: worldeltaii Discord: dove#8701 Image: Description of Image: A ticket Dimensions: 2 wide, 1 high

The Viscountess of Venzia was in her garden, holding back her tears. She planted new roses in the King's honor, proud to be a peer and squire under his reign.

The middle child of the Kortrevich triplets hunted down seashells for her party, grabbing anything she could find at the beach.

"They're getting four sheeps," hummed the Viscountess of Colborn.

THE STORY If you hear a mysterious jingle in the air and a shadowy figure flying through the sky. Fear not, a dragon has not decided to feast upon your bones, for tis the season of Krugsmas, with presents abound. If the shadowy figure approaches you, it will bestow the Skull Smasher Cane, locking you into a riddle battle! If successful, you shall win a prize. If unsuccessful . . . well, you’ll see.

lately i've been feeling really down :( however . . . i got into an elevator and i started feeling up!

The Viscountess of Veniza added a bowtie to the goat she was gifting. How cute!

The Viscountess of Venzia glances at her cousin, "We got this. Don't we?" @Kaladin Stormblessed

they were announced a while ago!

I LITERALLY DID THOUGH OMGGGGG (i added credit now)

To kick off the month with festive vibes and joy, the Community Team of LotC is hosting the very 1st ever Krugsmas Art & Skin Contest! We hope you enjoy it the way others have enjoyed our last contest. ♪♫♪ THEME There are four holiday theme inspired color palettes to choose from, you can only pick one You must either make a skin or draw something festive with the color palette that you have chosen as long as it’s related to LotC in some way RULES + INFO Deadline is on December 31st, 2022 Must be your own work, it cannot be someone else's It can be either something old or new as long as it's yours Must submit either a skin or an art piece using only ONE palette Must submit it in the proper format and in the comment section IGN: Discord: Skin/Art: PRIZES FIRST PLACE 500 Mina Creative Wizard Tag Map Art/Skin will be showcased in Cloud Temple Submissions will be posted to LotC Social Media Accounts SECOND PLACE 300 Mina CT Exclusive Item Map Art/Skin will be showcased in Cloud Temple Submissions will be posted to LotC Social Media Accounts THIRD PLACE 100 Mina CT Exclusive Item Map Art/Skin will be showcased in Cloud Temple Submissions will be posted to LotC Social Media Accounts

Ada Natalya Colborn, the Owner of The Goat's Lookout, was busy at work with her staff. She was excited and honored to be catering at the event.

The Viscountess of Venzia lit up a candle for her fallen peer. She even planted a rose in her garden, honoring him.

Yulnayl weeped, wishing she had more time with her uncle. If only she had a chance to change it all.

Issued By THE VISCOUNTESS OF VENZIA On this 11th of Wzuvar Ag Byvca of 453 E.S. O' GUD, VOR HJELP I GYNE ERE, Unfortunately our kingdom has been under attack by the monstrous Inferi, leaving us in disarray. Due to this, Colborn Craftsmen and the house have stepped up, gathering materials and resources over the months. We wish to donate all of what we have congregated to the Lord Marshal Sviatoslav Godunov. We will hand it over to them or their quartermaster at the earliest possible time. Together may we rise and defend our nation and her people. THE LIST OF GOODS Bread - 2,624 Steak - 342 Golden Carrots - 1,622 Cooked Porkchop - 192 Cooked Mutton - 832 Cooked Chicken - 640 Crossbows - 384 Ferrum Lance - 192 Ferrum Warhammer - 128 Ferrum Longsword - 256 16.5 Horse - 19 16+ Horse - 10 Hay Bales - 3,090 Saddles - 20 Iron Horse Armor - 20 Leather - 175 Feathers - 384 Coal - 2,880 SKRALI VOR GUD Viscountess of Venzia, Baroness of Bethlenen, & Owner of the Goat’s Lookout,

when are you getting back on st? dont shoot me

"What went wrong?” “Everything.” The lady ran through the farmlands of Jerovitz, trying to escape the deranged woman who was chasing her down. Reaching the steps of Dame Primrose’s chapel, she left a bloody handprint on the stairwell, hoping someone would pass by and see. She muttered her last prayer, entering inside. “You’re the reason why he’s dead!” "No, it’s the beast’s! I had nothing to do with it!” Unfortunately, her attacker had caught up with her. Déjà vu had hit her, realizing they had been here before. For the same reason as now. In another kingdom, decades ago. “It should’ve been you.” "You’re right, it should’ve been me.” The guilt started to wash over her. She couldn't do it anymore, she didn’t want to fight back. He was gone, how could she live on? How could she live in peace? This was it. Her story ended here. Esmee’s body slumped over the floor, laying in a pool of blood. Somewhere far far far out, another lady seemed to be having the time of her life. As if she was relieved from burdens. Maybe this was one of them. So, she waited for him, alongside Shortcake, Strawberry, and Berrycake. Perhaps the Mondblume and their cows could meet him again once more. Sadly, they waited forever. And ever.