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An aged man and former Margrave, Leopold von Reuss looked to his brother-in-arms Ottomar von Alstreim, he spoke with hearty chuckle upon reading the signature, "Ich did nicht know people came from me other than my own children." @Ramon

While on a small trip to Hyspia, Jan Ivanovich read this missive, he grinned thinking the poor excuse of a man who had harassed people of Adria is finally receiving justice of some kind. As he walked off he whistled a small jovial tune.

Jan turned to his cousins and rejoiced after the long fought battle knowing they were the few that never faltered nor had their line broken, "Well earned victory, Godani Jest Wielki!" @WaveLincoln @Timer

“Finally! Now my men can take a break from their constant patrols!” said Jan Ivanovich, “I eagerly look forward to see my comrade, Joseph excel in his position as Marshal.” @Nectorist

The young Count of Vaška, Jan Ivanovich, read over the missive from his neighbors, he leaned over to add this name to the list of people to look out for in case seen in Adria

While standing beside his cousin as they read the treaty together, Jan having a much different reaction, "Finally, yes. However, for how long shall it last?" @WaveLincoln

By decree of, THE COUNT OF VAŠKA 6th of Horen’s Calling, 1908 TO OUR RAEVIR BROTHERS & SISTERS, By order and decree of the Count of Vaška, the formation of the venerable order of the Bogatyr is to be formed. As described by the Count, those named Bogatyrs are to be and seen as the most upstanding members of our people, the Heroes of the Raevir. The purpose of this order is to honor those true-Raevir who have passed on from this mortal life and ascended to the Seven Skies above. Let it be known that there can never be a living Bogatyr, this strictly honors those we have lost. For one to become a Bogatyr there is criteria to meet before being honored with such a mantle. Those being considered must fulfill the following: A Bogatyr must have been of Raevir descent or adopted our ways. A Bogatyr must have lived within the lands of Vaška, Pravets, or Barrow’s Crossing. A Bogatyr must have lived a life of piety and virtue. A Bogatyr must have lived a life of courage and valor. A Bogatyr must have lived a life of great deeds and sacrifice. A Bogatyr must have lived a life of honor and humility. If one is being considered to be honored and elevated to the status of a Bogatyr after they have passed and meets all the requirements above, they shall be honored by their life story being added into the Tome of the Bogatyr. The Tome of the Bogatyr is written, maintained, and kept by the Count of Vaška and his scribes. It holds the list and stories of those named Bogatyr, and once one is added they can never be removed to ensure their memory lives on and is honored generation after generation. GODANI JEST WIECZNY His Lordship, Jan Arpad of the House Ivanovich, Count of Vaška and Pravets, Baron of Cherskavy, Hetman of St. Arpad’s Host

The Count of Vaška, Jan Ivanovich reads the missive and sees that his personally invited, the raevir cracks a rare smile, “What a joyful occasion. I shall ensure my comrades are there to make sure things do not go awry and make merry.”

"I grow more intrigued by this Hyspians by the day... truly there is much to learn." Mused the Ivanovich from within his camp, "Perhaps I can extend my services to the Crown-Prince hm?" he said to one of his loyal bannermen Ivan Ratispora @TheWaffleEater2

Jan would chuckle at his cousins words, “Da, you have done well.” The Ivanovich would then stab the missive onto a beam so it is for all to see. “Now we wait and see what is to happen.”

“What an interesting missive, I look forward to what comes next, cuz.” Jan Ivanovich stated to his Ruthern cousin, “I believe it best for us to watch with great interest.” @WaveLincoln

Jan Ivanovich took the missive from one of his men by the campfire, he shook his head in disappointment of the now disowned de Pelear. He said to himself, “if you’re going to kill someone, do it yourself. Instead the man has taken the path of a coward. All I know is that my dear friend Veronica is safe.”

THE COUNT’S BULWARK, THE SONS OF ARPAD Issued and confirmed by, Jan Arpad Ivanovich 14th of Sigismund’s End, 1908 INTRODUCTION With the expansion of the Host of Saint Arpad growing evermore, and the establishment of the County of Vaška, the newly elevated Count had known nothing but a life of peril, while he did enjoy such encounters, he needed to protect his now growing House. He sought to exalt his loyal and dedicated men by forming the Arpadovic, the professional and personal retinue of House Ivanovich. MISSION The mission of the Arpadovic is to act as the personal retinue of the Count, his kin, and those deemed necessary by the Count of Vaška. Furthermore, the Arpadovic are to act as a single unit, that covers all forms of militant activities and endeavors commanded by the Count. When not guarding the leadership of the County or valuable persons by order of the Count, the Arpadovic act as guards to protect the Host’s caravans and other mercantile related journeys. RANKS The Arpadovic all fall under a single rank following the ideal of acting as a single and united cohort. All who receive the rank of Cossack in the Host of Saint Arpad are offered to become a Arpadovic, but are not required to join the retinue. All Arpadovic fall under the direct command of the Count of Vaška. Artistic depiction of an Arpadovic Encampment on the edge of the Witch’s Wood. THE COSSACK’S OATH Before one receives the Brand of St. Arpad ascends to the rank of Cossack of the Host, one must take an oath of unwavering dedication and loyalty to House Ivanovich, the Host, and all Raevir-Folk. Once the oath is completed before the Count and with comrades to witness the event, they shall be given the branding. The Count upon the Cossack regaining their strength will extend the offer to join the ranks of the Arpadovic. If the offer is accepted, the Cossack forgoes their surname to take upon the name Arpadovic. GODANI JEST WIECZNY His Lordship, Jan Arpad of the House Ivanovich, Count of Vaška and Pravets, Baron of Cherskavy, Hetman of the Host of St. Arpad

Jan would read over the letters from his tent. The Ivanovich would offer a simple nod, "Godani Jest Wielki." is all he would say before going about his business.

Evonpire or Evonpire?

Jan Arpad Ivanovich reads the papal bull and says a quiet prayer himself to his patron saint and ancestor, St. Arpad before saying to his comrades beside him, “for it is GODAN’s will.”

Jan Ivanovich loves the raevir influenced drawing at the top of the missive, he gives it a big thumbs up! The Hetman would then go to tell his comrades overseeing Ivanovich Industries to prepare for the event!

Jan Ivanovich reads the missive from his seat in the tavern, giving it a big thumbs up!

As the Hetman sat within the tavern, a loyal cossack rushed up to him holding the missive of the Quinceanera of his friend Veronica. He read through it nodding some before thanking his comrade and sending him on his way. Jan would ponder a moment before coming to a decision, “Seems I am heading to Hyspia once again.”

pain, I was excited for a moment...

Why elf?

"Ej Ivan! Look Yam on invitation!" Jan said to this comrade, Ivan Ratispora @TheWaffleEater2

Greetings!

Reads the missive with a look of confusion upon his face, “this must be cuz mamej side showing.. I will give him pass, da. Mayhaps I visit” Remarked Jan from within his tent enjoying a bottle of Carrion Black.

Jan Ivanovich looked at this missive, a deep frown formed upon his face, his new friend, Veronica had gone missing! The Hetman began to look for any of his men to rally in hopes to aid the search effort!