SapphirePool

If it is someone I do not know and don’t plan to know, of course I won’t care about their opinion. Why should I when I’m not in a place of authority where I need to listen to others opinion. Are you saying I should listen to every single person and agree with them? Also send the discord please, you added me back.

I’m gonna guess as soon as I join I’ll be hounded. But I don’t give a crap, those who think it’s ok to make these comments are nobody I care to have the opinion of.

I would absolutely love to see the discord server of people who like your hot take gridlock.

ah, text is hard to discern sarcasm from. Then I’ll redirect my reply to @Gridlockas well. If this many people think your take is crap, I think you should take that as a sign man.

just saying that someone shouldn’t be traumatized does not change the fact they were. This isn’t some cod game where the next match you’ll be with a new set of players. It’s not a threat made by someone you’ve never interacted with or will never interact with again. Rape threats are so incredibly jarring to many many people. Those who think it’s ok to say that crap are the kind of people who say it themselves.

@AnimeWolf0080is this your protege ?!

I want to add as well, just because one bad Apple is now gone forever, does not mean those who associated closely with him are absolved. I was in the renatian discord, simply because I have a Vilac character from a completely different branch. Whilst the majority of what was said and done in that discord was memes and trolling, one matter did stick out to me. Unfortunately the entirety of the no-mic chat was deleted right as I went to screenshot and I do not have logs. This is why I did not speak up about this, as it’s my word without straight evidence. There was 1-2 minute space of time where several individuals linked hateful, racist, homophobic discords over and over in no-mic. I did not know what these links were until I fat thumbed a link and was thrown into a nazi support discord. I left immediately and realized there were discords linked for not only that but things regarding autism and if I remember correctly, transphobia. I said “please stop” and a few seconds after the chat was completely wiped. I only have a screenshot of the things said immediately following the wipe. I have names of 2 players who partook. I’m not going to say them here though. If a mod wishes to reach out, do so to sapphire#1345. im tired of feeling like I should overlook something simply to keep the peace because it was done “jokingly”

Ive not known you long squak, but in the short time I’ve had the pleasure of working under you in story team I’ve learned a few things. -you’re very receptive to all POVs -Whilst others may say their dms are always open, you are probably the only one who actively responds, and does so quickly despite perhaps ooc commitments. -It’s plain as day just how much you love this community and want to do what is best for everyone. You want everyone to have fantastic experiences. Everyone makes errors. Hindsight is always 20/20. Betting on the good in someone prevailing isn’t inherently wrong either, and if you make that bet you need to own up to the consequences. I feel you have done so here squak. i want to remind everyone that simply having the red name and the big A does not make someone infallible to human error. Whilst we have a perfectly painted portrait of how we think an admin should be and act, nobody can reach perfection. I’m thankful that despite the obvious backlash toward admin team with this situation, they swallowed their pride and fessed up to their errors. everyone who’s saying they should resign, please remember that anyone who replaces them are subject to the same mistakes. All we can do now is work to change for the better, and not try to erase the past.

The anonymous author to the poem pranced around the streets of many towns that night, partaking in littering in her delight. Her beardless henchman following behind, grinning with glee and mischief ”I hope they see the message! It’s what they get for saying such vulgar words to me” she sneered through her grin.What a vulgar and distasteful woman she was.

The boys aunt Persephone reached for a bottle for the first time in a long while after reading the proclamation.

[!] Leaflets were seen popping up in most nations attached to bulletin boards and walls [!] The Miasma of Adria A Poem by Anonymous From the south wandered a woman, legs tiring at the gates of Adria. Unbeknownst to her, a wretched stench loomed. Chatter from the side, “I have not bathed since the war started!” Keenly did she look to see one lord Leonid, a miasma lingering about his frame. Yellow-bellied was the bragger though when his stench was made known. “Out with you wench!” Cried the men with maiden-less woes. Unceremoniously did spittle sore as the tired woman was made to go.

Distant in the lands of the south, the missive traveled. The legate of Balian was settled into bookwork as a knock came at her chambers, and the note passed off by an attendant. The woman sighed, tiring of news of the waring east. Her brow furrowed after reading the contents however. The attendant took the missive back after the woman had reviewed the contents, her only comment being "Disconcerting".

Persephone smiled as she looked upon the faces of her kin now engraved upon precious metals. “It’s a bit weird always having my pater, brother and nephew in my coin purse” she mused, humor in her voice.

The wife of Gwendel felt ease in her heart for the first time in awhile, even momentarily as she read the declaration. "May GOD show mercy towards my family" she muttered a quick prayer before signing the lorraine.

Grand Opening of the Atrus Vaults 20th of Owen's Flame 46 B.A The Atrus Vaults are now open for rent in the capital of Balian. These vaults were made to help alleviate the clutter of everyday life without the need to stack piles upon piles of chests within ones own home. Located conveniently below the Bank, there are a total of 12 vaults. Further development is planned for in the future to increase the number of vaults. The size of the rooms vary into three categories. Vault 1 and 2: Mare Rent per year: 15 Mina Contains 12 Double Chests 1 Crafting Table 1 Stone Cutter 2 Blast Furnace's 2 Furnace's Vaults 3 and 4: Mediu Rent per year: 10 Mina Contains 9 Double Chests 1 Crafting Table 1 Stone Cutter 2 Blast Furnace's 2 Furnace's Vaults 5 - 12: Mic Rent per year: 5 Mina Contains 6 Double Chests 1 Crafting Table 2 Furnace's In addition to the many amenities provided to each vault, there is a communal smeltery for all renters to use. NOTE: Atrus vaults is NOT responsible for any goods left in smelters which then may be taken by another. User's discretion is advised. The entry area is reinforced with locked Iron doors, to which only renters have access to. This also goes for each vault, which has a subsequent Iron door. If interested, please contact Persephone Maxima d'Atrus-Vilac

Treaty of Lurin and Balian 13th of Godfrey’s Triumph 44 B.A I- Sovereignty The Kingdom of Balian and the Most Serene State of Lurin hereby recognize each other’s sovereignty and their right to their held lands, as well as their apparent ability to expand these lands. The Most Serene State of Lurin also recognizes the Kingdom of Balian as Protector of the South. II- Non-Aggression The Kingdom of Balian and the Most Serene State of Lurin hereby pledge to make no acts of aggression upon each other’s lands to retain a mutual peace between the two sovereign entities. III- Trade The Kingdom of Balian and the Most Serene State of Lurin shall put aside in each of their capitals a tax-free stall which they might each utilize to sell their native wares. The Kingdom of Balian and the Most Serene State of Lurin hereby pledge to share any information on darkspawn they may have when it pertains to the safety of each other's interests. IV- Duration This pact between the Kingdom of Balian and the Most Serene State of Lurin shall last for a duration of 15 years, and upon its expiry, it may be revisited to be reinstated or for something else entirely to be drawn up. V- Conditions This pact is void should either entities attack a nation in a defensive or military pact with the other nation or if either nation attacks one another. This shall only apply if the signatories of this treaty are the aggressors. Signed, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Alexander I, by the Grace of GOD, King of Balian, Count of Monteres, Viscount of Eflen, Baron of Brucca and Valens, Lord of Atrus and Monterosa, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera. THE SILVER LUBBA, Mika Anarion HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, Princess Persephone Maxima d’Arus-Vilac, Legate of Balian HIS EXCELLENCY, Lord Gaius Rosius var Ruthern, Minister of Interior of the Kingdom of Balian

Dune of Boulders Pact Grand Kingdom of Urguan x Kingdom of Balian Signed 10th of Sigismund’s End in the year of our lord, 38 B.A 10th of The Deep Cold, in the 109th year of the Second Age. Article I - Sovereignty The signatories of this treaty shall hereby recognise the sovereign authority of the individuals thus undersigned, including their given authority and powers, such as the power to make lasting treaties with foreign powers. Article II - Non-Aggression The Signatories, in the hopes of building towards a longer, peaceful era between their two nations shall hereby adhere to a period of non-aggression, built on a period of friendship from previous interactions. The undersigned will not invite conflict between them and, should any instance of conflict appear between them, they will pursue peaceful diplomatic negotiations to de-escalate the aforementioned situation. Neither signatory will provide military of economic aid towards powers hostile to each other. Article III - Freedom of Movement The Signatories hereby pledge that the citizens of both states are allowed complete free movement between their lands. However, any military matters conducted on each other’s land must require written consent to do so. Article IV - Trade The Signatories shall each set aside a stall free from taxes in their own nation to be utilized by the other signee to sell their native wares. For a merchant to claim the stall or shop in a respective capital’s market, a merchant is to inform the respective economic representative of the nation of the requested stall or shop & are required to inform the diplomatic representative of the countersignatory nation. Article V - Dragon The Grand Kingdom of Urguan will offer military support, in the form of siege engineers, war materials, Dwedmar and any other miscellaneous assistance to aid the Kingdom of Balian in the current undead dragon threat in the South of Almaris. Article VI - Duration This pact will last eight years, once this is over, both signatories may review and extend this pact should they both desire to. Signed, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Alexander I, by the Grace of GOD, King of Balian, Count of Monteres, Viscount of Eflen, Baron of Brucca and Valens, Lord of Atrus and Monterosa, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera. Agnar Grandaxe, Grand King of Urguan, Clan Father of Grandaxe, Defender of Kal’Ordholm, Protector of the Dwarves HIS EXCELLENCY, the Seneschal of Balian, Lord Ledicort Vuiller HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, the Legate of Balian, Persephone Maxima Novellen-Vilac Dagmir Grandaxe, Grand Ambassador of Urguan Garedyn The Green, High Prophet of the Brathmordakin, Grand Steward of Urguan, High Chief of Hefrumm, Chief of Mossborn

The deceased Dame Amelia looks down from the seven skies and waves her fist “DARN THEM, not again!” She reminisced on the first auction, which she partook in.

MC Name: Sapphirepool Discord: Sapphire#1345 Image: Description of Image: A portrait of the late King John I of Balian in his prime. Dimensions: 1 wide, 2 high

The for mentioned Persephone would shake her head reading the page. "I agreed with the outcome- why does everyone think I did not?" she sighed "The sons protected our home? Nen! Ser Lucian and that boy tried to break in during the mob!" the woman turned to her husband, who was reading a book to their two toddlers "I'm just thankful those rocks didn't smash the window where the kids were..." After re-reading the Petran post once more, she grew more annoyed "Mad because I was nen dismissed?! The boy who was on trial literally ran out of the room, screaming 'I WON I WON' without any sort of recourse, but i'm the one who wasn't allowed to leave without clear dismissal? The facts are skewed " @Harald

The youngest child of the Ill king, Persephone Maxima, went about her house in Petra frantically gathering travel supplies for herself and her children “God, I hope we make it in time” she spoke feverishly to her husband, Gwendel Vilac. A carriage awaiting out front their home in the night air as the toddlers and baby were whisked back to their homeland of Balian, prayers for their quick journey spoken by the nanny. @Harald

[!] A flier was distributed to all the major settlements of Almaris. Within the Kingdom of Balian this coming Peter's Glory, a grand market shall open for the duration of the Saints Day. Merchants from far and wide are invited to come and sell their wares to the pondering crowds. Traveling bakers, tailors, blacksmiths and the like are all graciously invited to take part in the festivities. Basic booths shall be provided upon notice of attendance by merchants. All who come to sell are welcome and encouraged to decorate their area to better suit that which is displayed for customers. Please send a letter to Viscountess Catherine Marie Huntshill if you wish to be a vendor. Booths will have a standard rate of 5 mina per booth for rental.

Treaty of Lurin I- Sovereignty The Kingdom of Balian and the Most Serene State of Lurin hereby recognize each other’s sovereignty and their right to their held lands, as well as their apparent ability to expand these lands. The Most Serene State of Lurin also recognizes the Kingdom of Balian as Protector of the South. II- Non-Aggression The Kingdom of Balian and the Most Serene State of Lurin hereby pledge to make no acts of aggression upon each other’s lands to retain a mutual peace between the two sovereign entities. III- Trade The Kingdom of Balian and the Most Serene State of Lurin hereby pledge to share any information on darkspawn they may have when it pertains to the safety of each other's interests. IV- Extradition The Kingdom of Balian, when seen fit, shall extradite those found to be darkspawn within their capture to the Most Serene State of Lurin for research and disposal purposes. V- Duration This pact between the Kingdom of Balian and the Most Serene State of Lurin shall last for a duration of 12 years, and upon its expiry, it may be revisited to be reinstated or for something else entirely to be drawn up. VI- Conditions This pact is void should either entities attack a nation in a defensive pact with the other nation. This shall only apply if the signatories of this treaty are the aggressors. Signed, THE SILVER LUBBA, Mika Anarion HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, John I, by the Grace of GOD, King of Balian, Viscount of Eflen, Baron of Brucca and Valens, Lord of Atrus and Monterosa, Prince of the Holy Orenian Empire, Protector of the Heartlanders and of The South, etcetera HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, Persephone Maxima Vilac, Princess of Balian, Legate of Balian

Office of Foreign Affairs Recruitment 8th of Sigismund’s End, 28 B.A. To the citizens of the Kingdom of Balian The ministry for Foreign Affairs is in need of new diplomats willing to take the mantle of representatives of this nation. Their duties will include assisting the Legate in several matters, fostering relations with set foreign nations, and assisting in the creation of treaties. If you are interested, please send a letter to Her Highness, Princess Persephone Maxima Novellen. Those interested must be above the age of 18 years, willing to travel, and have resided within Balian for at minimum 2 years. Signed, Her Highness, Persephone Maxima Novellen Legate of Balian