HIGH_FIRE

Terra Sancta Lotharia 22nd of Sigismund’s End of 95 B.A After some recent matters with encroachment of Balian’s borders and land claims, it has been deemed a necessity for Balian to make their land claims known to Aevos to ensure that this is not encroached upon. Let it be known that if this occurs any further, then Balian will act swiftly to ensure the integrity of the nation is upheld. All land claimed by Balian has been carefully dwelled upon and chosen either for its bordering known land or due to its known attributes and subsequent likelihood of its bordering expansion. The sole exception is the portion of Isla de Giuanna that the Druii have settled. Signed, HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Princess of Providence, Duchess of Helena and Lorraine, Countess of Pompourelia, Viscountess of Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Renzfield, Brucca, Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera

Sybille would leave the meeting in quite the mood. The Adrian Duke seemed to have no interest in peace, no interest in playing recompence for his nation's crimes "Back to war" she thought with a deep huff.

Sybille would take a deep sigh as she read over the missive. She'd turn to her handmaiden and nod slowly "I should imagine you do..." It was almost as if Sybille could hear the problems this could cause coming from a mile away.

Sybille bows her head after accepting the document as it was, signing off. She would look in her closet, taking her time to assess which dress would be best to wear to such an important meeting!

Returning from the first part of a cultural exchange in Haense with her children, a soldier would pass the orders off the Queen Sybille I. She would nod her head before passing them back and looking to her son and daughter "War shall be over soon, then you can explore more often!" she would speak to them both with a grin upon her face, certain they would be happy. @_yink_@Lirinya

Sybille I, Queen of Balian, Princess of Providence, Duchess of Helena and Lorraine, Countess of Pompourelia, Viscountess of Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Renzfield, Brucca, Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South would sign the pact with a wide grin as her titles subsequently grew as a rite of conquest. She'd speak to her cousin and guard @_yink_"This is a great win for our nation and family"

Queen Sybille I would bow her head as a missive came to her informing her of the man's death, speaking softly to her handmaiden @Lirinya"This man served three monarchs, King Alexander, King Adrian and myself. A hardy and true knight who should be the very example for all knights and soldiers of our land"

Despite what Sybille knew of the battle and what had come after, the absence of Poppiya was too much for the woman. She sat in her room anxious, worried and scared for the woman she cared so deeply for. She put pen to paper and wrote some lies down... would she meet Pops again?

Queen Sybille would smile as her distant cousin's home finally falls. She'd hum a song written by her allies, proiud of what they all achieved this day.

Sybille I, Queen of Balian would grin as her fellow Queen bears twin children. As such she would set about finding the best gifts she possibly could for both of the children!

I Queda't Fora 10th of Lothar's Gift of 91 B.A Victory is ours and Balian is safe. For years we have suffered the provocations and the assaults of our enemies upon our land, our Kingdom. But last month in the Battle of Hippo’s gorge, we prevailed. Our enemies have long professed to destroy Balian. They failed. Despite the uncertainty that remained after the Battle of Westmark, we trudged on. We continued to show our determination in the face of a threat to our being. And now our enemies are resting in the stomachs of hippos, slain by covenant blades ,and fertilising the lands of the south with their blood. As my Father, King Adrian said, my name is Novellen, no one shall ever make me change it, no matter who they are. Our People are Balianese, our heritage is Orenian. And the Veletzian’s dead litter our fields where the sands will remain red, the dirt churned to mud, and banners lay broken, as a reminder that the Balianese never back down to threats. The remains of your fathers, brothers, family and friends now stain our pristine beaches, but it has now earned its name, the Ruby Coast. To our Allies, you have our eternal gratitude. To my people, celebrate, be joyful. But remember, we will never be safe until our enemies' keeps are shattered, their soldiers killed, and their leadership expunged from this world of Aevos. IN NOMINE DEI, HER ROYAL MAJESTY , Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Viscountess of Pompourelia, Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Brucca,Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera.

Edict of Abretta Clarification on the Marcher Lords in Balian 2nd, of Lothar’s End of 91 B.A Since the founding of Balian, no true model of what a Marques is has been documented or formalised, with this document, it is the Crown’s hope that we can establish what a Marques is and how one should achieve such a position within the Kingdom of Balian. It is important to understand what Marques are for such documentation. A Marques is a noble peerage where the family in question is considered to be one of a militaristic nature and has been given the role of ensuring the fortification and protection of a portion of Balianese land. It is their directive to hold the very land they are placed on and direct the nation’s forces should those areas be threatened by the enemies of the Crown. In Balian we will be implementing a Marcher Lord system, in which a Marques is not a ranking of its own. Any rank of noble may be pronounced a ‘Marq Lord’ if they are considered to be a militaristic family who is capable of holding defence of their surrounding land and owns a fort of which they can direct defences from. The official title they hold will be Marq- followed by their official standing within nobility, for example, the Marq-Barón of Portoregne. They may style themselves as their Marq- title, a Marques or as their non-Marq- title and may switch between these at any time they wish to do so. They will also be given aid in building their fort and a degree of leniency when it comes to the dimensions of their land in order to ensure that their fort-home is considered defensible enough to hold true when time comes for it to be used. This title, as with all titles of a noble, is given and taken at will by the Crown and is completely up to their discretion. A house may appeal to the Crown if they believe that they are deserving of a Marq status, but it will not be given if the Crown does not believe the Peerage worthy of such. With such missive, the Crown alongside voting peers have decided to place the House deNurem at the rank of Barón as the first Marq-Barón of Balian. IN NOMINE DEI, HER ROYAL MAJESTY , Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Viscountess of Pompourelia, Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Brucca,Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera.

Edict of Rosemoor Introduction of Peerage Jobs 2nd, of Lothar’s End of 91 B.A In order to assure that the Balianese Peerage always have something that they can work with and are always working towards, the Crown has deemed the creation of Vocaciós to be a necessity. This will become a new and innovative system that ensures Peerages and Crown have a symbiotic and beneficial relationship. Each peerage will be given a Vocació which will be discussed with them, and with this they will be given jobs to do a quota to fulfil every two Years. These Vocaciós will be separated into three categories: Granja-Don: Peers who own farmland they maintain and control and are responsible for providing both animal and agricultural products to the Crown. Comerciant-Don: Peers who have proven themselves capable and skilled merchants, it is their job to provide either items for the Crown to sell or a set amount of mina. Mineria-Don: Peers who live near mines and quarries and routinely mine, it is their responsibility to provide crates of the various minerals and ores that the Crown may require. Each of these must meet a quota every two years which befits their role in Balian as per the Vocació they have been given. These must be met as per the ruling of this edict or face potential punishment, however those who go above and beyond will be rewarded greatly by the Crown of Balian. These are the quotas that must be fulfilled each two years. Granja-Don: 6 Crates of Hay Bales, 4 Crates of Steak, 3 Crates of Leather and 4 Crates of a fourth chosen produce of the region. Comerciant-Don: Two hundred mina from sold stock or stock that the Crown will be able to sell for two hundred mina. Mineria-Don: 3 Crates of Coal, 4 Crates of Redstone, 4 Crates of Lapis, 4 Crates of Iron, 2 Crates of Gold, 1 Crate of Daemonsteel and 1 Crate of Copper. IN NOMINE DEI, HER ROYAL MAJESTY , Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Viscountess of Pompourelia, Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Brucca,Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera.

Edict of Senna Clarification on the Nobility Structure of Balian 2nd, of Lothar’s End of 91 B.A Since the Duties and Expectations of Nobles written in 28 B.A, there has been no further clarification on the matter of what is expected and offered of nobility. As such through this documentation, The Crown of Balian seeks to establish this better by denoting what it takes to achieve and maintain various ranks of nobility and then further what each ranking of nobility is offered due to their status. This document is one of guidance for both the Crown, Peers and those who aspire to become nobility, however while this shall be followed closely by the Crown, it is at the Crown’s discretion as to when they honour their subjects with titles. Definitions: Crown Agent = A member of the Balian Populace who works in any branch of government such as the Armada, Foreign affairs office, Procurator’s office or the Magistrate. Donation = A substantial amount of materials, armaments or other objects that the Crown views as a fitting donation. Baronia Achieved with: Fifteen years of service to the Crown of Balian collectively served by living family members through working as an agent of the Crown. Maintaining four members of the family registered as Balianese citizens in the most recent Balian Census. Two family members must be an active agent of the Crown. Two current peers personally endorse the efforts and work of the family. Evidence of an existent familial culture that befits the Balianese populace. Maintained by: Two familial members providing services to Balian an agent of the Crown Actively noticed by other members of the Kingdom as being engaged within the nation’s matters. Maintain Regular attendance at the court of the Kingdom. Hosts an event for the entire nation once per every four years. Privileges granted: Gifted a land grant of seventy five metres by seventy five metres. Being referred to with a noble title fitting their station and the land they have been granted. e.g. Baronia of Brucca. The ability to regularly attend the Segnoria meetings of nobles and put themself forward for Gran Don. The ability to request a meeting with any member of the Duana of the reigning Monarch themself. Viscondato Achieved with: Forty years of service to the Crown of Balian collectively served by living family members through working as an agent of the Crown. Maintaining three generations of the family who have stayed within the realm and contributed to Balian. Three currently living family members who are working as an agent of the Crown. The house must have made two donations to the Kingdom of any sort. Maintained by: Two familial members providing services to Balian an agent of the Crown. Actively noticed by other members of the Kingdom as being engaged within the nation’s matters. Providing one or more members of their house to work within the Royal Balianese Armada at any rank. Maintain Regular attendance at the court of the Kingdom. Hosts an event for the entire nation once per every four years. Privileges granted: A Viscondato has the ability to endorse a potential new peerage. Gifted a land grant of a hundred metres by hundred metres. Being referred to with a noble title fitting their station and the land they have been granted. e.g. Viscondato of Pompourelia. If an honour duel is called against the house, they may call upon a champion to fight on their behalf should they wish to do so. The ability to regularly attend the Segnoria meetings of nobles and put themself forward for Gran Don. The ability to request a meeting with any member of the Duana of the reigning Monarch themself. May request a small detail of Royal Balianese Armada Guards if needed for an event or trip. Condato Achieved with: Eighty years of service to the Crown of Balian collectively served by living family members through working as an agent of the Crown. Twenty of said service must be considered at a higher rank. Maintaining four generations of the family who have stayed within the realm and contributed to Balian. Four currently living family members who are working as an agent of the Crown. The house must have made three donations to the Kingdom of any sort. Maintained by: Three familial members providing services to Balian an agent of the Crown. Actively noticed by other members of the Kingdom as being engaged within the nation’s matters. Providing two or more members of their house to work within the Royal Balianese Armada at any rank. Maintain Regular attendance at the court of the Kingdom. Hosts an event for the entire nation once per every four years. Privileges granted: A Condato has the ability to endorse a potential new peerage. Gifted a land grant of a hundred and twenty five metres by hundred and twenty five metres. Being referred to with a noble title fitting their station and the land they have been granted. e.g. Condato of Senna. If an honour duel is called against the house, they may call upon a champion to fight on their behalf should they wish to do so. The ability to regularly attend the Segnoria meetings of nobles and put themself forward for Gran Don. The ability to request a meeting with any member of the Duana of the reigning Monarch themself. The ability to ward a person or commoner house under their name, for which public missive must then be made with the Crown’s approval. Wards will then be viewed as contributing to the peerage name. May request a small detail of Royal Balianese Armada Guards if needed for an event or trip. Ducato Achieved with: A hundred and forty years of service to the Crown of Balian collectively served by living family members through working as an agent of the Crown. Forty of said service must be considered at a higher rank. Maintaining six generations of the family who have stayed within the realm and contributed to Balian. Five currently living family members who are working as an agent of the Crown. The house must have made five donations to the Kingdom of any sort. Maintained by: Three familial members providing services to Balian an agent of the Crown Actively noticed by other members of the Kingdom as being engaged within the nation’s matters. Providing two or more members of their house to work within the Royal Balianese Armada at any rank. Maintain Regular attendance at the court of the Kingdom. Hosts an event for the entire nation once per every four years. Privileges granted: A Ducato has the ability to endorse a potential new peerage. Gifted a land grant of a hundred and fifty metres by hundred and fifty metres Being referred to with a noble title fitting their station and the land they have been granted. e.g. Ducato of Senna. If an honour duel is called against the house, they may call upon a champion to fight on their behalf should they wish to do so. The ability to regularly attend the Segnoria meetings of nobles and put themself forward for Gran Don. The ability to request a meeting with any member of the Duana of the reigning Monarch themself. The ability to ward a person or commoner house under their name, for which public missive must then be made with the Crown’s approval. Wards will then be viewed as contributing to the peerage name. May request a small detail of Royal Balianese Armada Guards if needed for an event or trip. May hold a personal house guard of up to three hundred men. ((three players)) IN NOMINE DEI, HER ROYAL MAJESTY , Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Viscountess of Pompourelia, Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Brucca,Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera.

"Seems I shall finally meet my distant cousins" Sybille spoke from her chambers as she squeezed a ball with her right arm. Much was to be done, this war had to end with a victory for her people.

[!] A letter would be sent to the man and made public to ensure such a message is known. "Dear Clan-Father Jorvin, While my family will always use these colours due to them being easily identifible to our name, it has never been our intention to have the colours known as 'our colours'. Anyone whom believes that these colours should be limited in use to only those of certain families are incorrect. Wear your clan colours proudly as I do with the colours of my own family. IN NOMINE DEI, HER ROYAL MAJESTY , Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Viscountess of Pompourelia, Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Brucca,Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera."

Queen Sybille would read over the missive and shake her head, soon penning a letter back. "Send him back without his fingers, I will not fund terrorists who would simply use the mina to capture more people. Signed, HER ROYAL MAJESTY , Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Viscountess of Pompourelia, Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Brucca,Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera. p.s an arm for a parcel of land and one hundred and twelve sets of weapons and armour was a far better deal, please dont fall to economic inflation scares"

The Queen of Balian surveryed her lands, proud of the accomplishment. However as she watched the remaining attackers flee she thought for some moments about the morality of killing the footsoldiers whom only followed orders, however it soon escaped her, she had a people to protect.

The Queen of Balian would gaze over the missive, proud that her people, and her allies had pulled through. Their land was safe and the Coalition was back on the offensive, perhaps soon their enemies would see their folly

Sybille I, Queen of Balian would spit out her tea as she read the missive over. "Ironic! The traitorous Sarkozics have lost once more!" she declared before showing such to her aunt @Mady

Queen Sybille I has already decided she will be the designated non-family aunt. As such she had already found two gifts for both children.

Balianese Land Grant 90 BA 5h of Lothar’s Gift of 90 B.A After some negotiations an agreement has been made between the Kingdom of Balian and Institución de Alquimia to be given land within the bounds of the Kingdom. The following are the terms for such a land charter. Institución de Alquimia will have a forty by forty metre sized parcel of land within the bounds of the Kingdom of Balian. This land shall be used as a lab and a base of operations for the Institución de Alquimia The Order will pay a tax of thirty five mina per annum for the land they use, and should they miss two years of taxes they shall be evicted like any other land owner within the nation. The Institución de Alquimia will recruit from the denizens of Balian for new alchemists. Those considered worthy shall be submitted to the Head Alchemist for review of whether they are truly worthy. Should the Crown require any alchemical assistance, they shall be able to request such from the institución de alquimia in return for aiding in getting the needed herbs. Signed, HER ROYAL MAJESTY , Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Viscountess of Sapron, Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Brucca,Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera.

Yesterday, a cowardly attack came upon the Kingdom of Balian. During my Coronation, a holy and sacrosanct tradition, the combined forces of Veletz, Krugmar and the Ferrymen took part in a raid upon Balian- killing many men, women and children. Our enemies have shown, they will never rest until our Kingdom is destroyed. They speak as if they’re the ones being prosecuted, but they were not the ones abducting our citizens, myself included over perceived slights from almost a century ago. And once again upon my coronation, they reared their ugly head. It will not stand. They believed that this would break our spirit- and at the conclusion of said raid burnt a symbol of our perseverity and courage, the Throne of Cloudbreaker. I say unto the people of our Kingdom, the people of the Covenant, and most importantly to you, the Anathema. Our spirit and will is indomitable. You will not break us- and you will find that in the coming Saint’s week your spears and banners shall find themselves broken upon the sands of our shore. Where your people shall die and perish in some distant land because of your thirst for control. Our people have only ever gone through tragedy and suffering, the prosecution of those who continue to label us Oren because they believe we will just lay down and weather the storm. But know my people, even with this shattered throne. It shall not stand. Try as you wish, to break us. For in every attack, every raid- you only unite and grow our Covenant’s bond stronger. We will not fold and we will not surrender until the ilk of Veletz, the bloodlust of Krugmar, and the wanton chaos the Ferrymen bring is removed from this plane. You shall not break us- and we shall annihilate you utterly, the only remnants of your memory upon this land of Aevos shall be your ruined keeps, your ruined cities, and the broken banners of your forces. All will remember your folly and never repeat it. To fold is to allow ourselves to be trodden upon. We will see this to the end. Our Kingdom will be free of the closed fist that wishes to extinguish our culture and history. We will see you soon. IN NOMINE DEI, HER ROYAL MAJESTY , Sybille I, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of Balian, Viscountess of Pompourelia, Eflen and Anatis, Baroness of Brucca,Valens, Malenos and Ciavola, Lady of Portoregne, Atrus and Monterosa, Warden of La Costa Rubinissima, Protector of the Heartlanders and the South, etcetera.

Queen Sybille I of Balian would scowl at the missive, shocked at how the journey ended. "Veletz even kills the Pumpkin brigade... vile"