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Livius cheers as he saw the Knight fall from within the Petran keep, before scurrying off to harm the other traitors around.

T H E F I R S T B O X I N G S E A S O N O F T H E D R U N K E N G O A T [!] Two soldiers from the Goats of Saint Alexander partaking in an evening of boxing. With the esteemed establishment of the Drunken Goat under new management, the tavernkeep would like to celebrate its reopening with the announcement of Sedan’s new boxing season. The night of festivities will be hosted for all manner of people. Whether an avid brawler, patron or passerby. We welcome you to join us on a filled evening of joviality. T H E T E S T O F T O L E R A N C E [ 3 EST ] Are you an avid drinker? Think you can stomach your weight in whisky? Then the test of tolerance will be but a breeze. The festivity is hosted with a selection of free liquor to trial before they are put on the menu! A 100 minae prize will be given to the remaining competitor who can keep their composure! T H E F I R S T B O X I N G S E A S O N [ 4 EST ] The event of the evening. There will be two rounds, one for those who wish to compete individually against another opponent and duo’s. These rounds will consist of a semi-final and a final to where we shall find the season’s champions. A belt shall be provided to each champion, a free drink of their choice and a sum of one hundred minae for the individual fighter and a hundred marks split between the two contestants of the dual boxing! [ OOC Note: Boxing will be done in the style of PVP] [Spoiler] Saturday the 28th of January - 3 EST Signed, Cathair aen Sov Nememne of Iesoh HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Frederick II of House de Joannes, By the Grace of God, Sovereign Prince of Sedan, Count of Joannesport, Louisville, Haverlock and Döbern, Viscount of Fauconberg, Baron of Avoria and Pyrmont, Protector and Lord of the Valley of Goats and the Haikaprier

May he rest in peace.

THE BLOOD OF THE GOAT After the raid on the Goatsden for the attempted regicide of Prince Frederick II of Sedan… …The Canonist Princes of the realm demand reform from the Holy Mother Canonist Church. To His Holiness Pontian IV, Earlier this year, high ranking members of your clergy, your Inquisition, and members of Aaun infiltrated the Goatsden of Sedan in an attempt to assassinate Prince Frederick II of Sedan. Haeseni and Petran forces under the command of Prince Marius Audemar of Haense rallied to the scene in aid of His Serene Highness. The Church’s forces under the command of Viktor Cardinal Nescia barricaded his palace from outsiders and forced their entry through the destruction of windows and doors. These armed men cornered the Prince and left him with no escape, conducting an unlawful investigation of his palace and interrogation of Frederick II under false suspicion he was working alongside darkspawn, specifically the dragonmen commonly referred to as Azdrazi. He was freed only after foreign intervention by Sedanian allies. This attack, perpetuated under the authority of the grasping Viktor Cardinal Nescia, demonstrates the flagrant disregard of certain mischievous prelates for the sovereignty of the realms of Canonist princes. Though we love our Mother Church, that great institution which has guided humanity as a beacon through troubled times, these violations are thoroughly unacceptable to us. They are compounded by decades of diocesan mismanagement, by which foreign bishops are investitured to preside over flocks of worshippers they have never visited or met, administering ecclesiastical provinces like absentee landlords from far-off seats. These Canonist communities remain wholly unserved by their bishops, most of whom remain embedded, in luxury, within the courts of monarchs alien to them. In order to preserve the integrity of the world-wide Canonist brotherhood, there must be recourse for these errors. We implore Your Holiness to remedy them, for the greater good of our shared faith. Hence, we demand forthwith: I. The redrawing and redistribution of all dioceses and archdioceses so that they explicitly correspond to the boundaries of the lands of the independent Canonist princes, with each Canonist realm ultimately formalizing at least one diocese with its diocesan boundaries exclusively in that realm, with no Canonist realm being incorporated within any diocese where the diocesan seat remains outside of its borders. II. The creation of the Archdiocese of the Petra, to only encompass the lands of the Commonwealth of the Petra. Furthermore, the creation of the Archdiocese of Sedan, to only encompass the lands of the Principality of Sedan. III. The introduction of Secular Investiture, whereby Canonist Princes may invest the Primate Bishop or Archbishop within their Realms from amongst the ordained priesthood. a. Secular investiture shall function in such a way that the Primate Bishop or Archbishop shall be appointed by the Canonist prince, and that all Bishops below them are appointed by themselves, either by their choice or nomination from the central Church. IV. The introduction of a regulation requiring the Inquisition to seek permission from Canonist princes when deploying coercive power within their lands, without which they are forbidden from the use of force or the carriage of arrests. V. The immediate resignation of Viktor Cardinal Nescia, the orchestrator of these events, from both the office of cardinal and the post of Vice Chancellor of the Church of the Canon. In the event that these conditions are not met, or that one of the members of the pact are punished exclusively, the members of this pact will see these actions taken against the individual as a whole and respond appropriately. SIGNED, HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Frederick II of House de Joannes, By the Grace of God, Sovereign Prince of Sedan, Count of Joannesport, Louisville, Haverlock and Döbern, Viscount of Fauconberg, Baron of Avoria and Pyrmont, Protector and Lord of the Valley of Goats and the Haikaprier HER GRACE, Renilde I, By the Grace of GOD, Archduchess of the Petra, Countess of Temesch and Moere HIS GRACE, Constanz-Anton, Archduke of the Petra, Prince of Balian Damar lifsti va Edlerviki, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Georg, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Siegrad, Werdenburg, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Buck, Thurant and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera.

THE ABSENCE OF DRACO BROTHERS 11th of Sun’s Smile, 1907 The purpose of this missive is to announce to the people of Mardale and Haense that His Highness Prince Loran von Draco and his Lordship Donny von Draco have sailed away - piqued by curiosity towards ancient relics that cannot be obtained in their home Kingdom nor its neighboring realms, thus prompting them to travel in search of the items they seek. In the absence of the ruling brothers, command over the March of Eichenwalde and the Castle of Crestwatch will fall under their mother, Sofya von Draco; to be returned when they arrive back home. Anyone who holds matters concerning either or both Dracos is encouraged to contact Sofya von Draco directly during this period. It is not known when they might return, but may GOD be with them in their journey and grant them the success they pursue. SIGNED, HIS HIGHNESS, Loran von Draco, Prince of Mardale, Marcher Lord of Eichenwalde. His Lordship, Donny von Draco, Lord of Crestwatch, Chancellor of Mardale.

FAILURE TO COMPLY Issued and Confirmed by His Serene Highness 14th of The Grand Harvest 1906 TO King Oisin of Rozania You say that for too long House de Joannes have been settled unto your lands and that we unlawfully tread these paths that your ancestors once claimed. You demand the capital port to simply be handed to you, as if the people of Sedan and royals of House de Joannes are so weak to simply submit to King Oisin. No longer will Sedan be thrashed and beaten by those who think they can oppose it. Never have the Sedanian people cowered from trouble, and that will not change. I await your bold threat of war, King. Should you go through with your idiotic plan then you will face the vehement defense the Sedanian people hold - their persistence to live in a world that is best for them. To live in a city that is rightfully theirs. And perhaps you may see my strife and my own resolve towards the lands entrusted to me since birth, out in the vegetated fields you promise to leave bloodied. No matter what, I WILL NOT COMPLY. SIGNED, HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Frederick II of House de Joannes, By the Grace of God, Sovereign Prince of Sedan, Count of Joannesport, Louisville, Haverlock and Döbern, Viscount of Fauconberg, Baron of Avoria and Pyrmont, Protector and Lord of the Valley of Goats and the Haikaprier

ADDRESSING THE ATTACKS Issued and Confirmed by His Serene Highness 6th of The Amber Cold, 1905 TO THE CITIZENS AND LOYAL MEN OF SEDAN, Last Saints-Day, Joannesport was wrongfully raided by those called The Order of the Platinum Cross, more commonly referred to as Paladins. Reports detail these armored Paladins entered the city armed, bashing in doors and invading the home of House Krüger, one of the realms most loyal noble houses. Baron Brandt Krüger and his family were harmed, he in specific bound in his own home, released only after negotiating with the Paladins. Various visitors, including my own cousin, were halted in the roads and prevented from aiding the Krüger family whilst they fought off their attackers. After investigations by the Goats of Saint Alexander and Sedan’s allies, it has been concluded that the motherland’s people were attacked as a means for the barbaric Order to enact revenge for the murder of one of their people recently in Sedan. To harm the citizens of Joannesport for something they or I had nothing to do with - is beyond unacceptable, and will surely not be taken lightly. Should I have been contacted about the matter, discussions would have been held and the issue would have been resolved. But no, instead my people are attacked and blood is spilled. For this, Alaterial and your followers, I demand you appear before my council and answer to your crimes. If my order is not met, I nor my people will be responsible for what occurs next. I have tolerated much during my reign, but no more. YOU HAVE EXACTLY TWO SAINTS-DAYS. SIGNED, HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Frederick II of House de Joannes, By the Grace of God, Sovereign Prince of Sedan, Count of Joannesport, Louisville, Haverlock and Döbern, Viscount of Fauconberg, Baron of Avoria and Pyrmont, Protector and Lord of the Valley of Goats and the Haikaprier

A Search For a Tavernkeep As the population of Joannesport grows, the demand for a functioning and active tavern increases. Hence, His Serene Highness calls for any who aspires to take charge of the city’s tavern and turn it into a hub that attracts citizens from all corners of the port. Any of those interested are encouraged to contact a member of his council, who are all listed below. His Lordship, Leufroy Alexandre Ashford de Savoie, Chancellor of Sedan @ItemVendor His Knightmanship, Ser John Martin Master Conservator, Fifth in the Count of Ballifs, Advisor to His Serene Highness @Robin01_boy His Highness, Peter de Joannes Prince of Sedan, Advisor to His Serene Highness @Raijen Stars SIGNED, HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Frederick II of House de Joannes, By the Grace of God, Sovereign Prince of Sedan, Count of Joannesport, Louisville, Haverlock and Döbern, Viscount of Fauconberg, Baron of Avoria and Pyrmont, Protector and Lord of the Valley of Goats and the Haikaprier

Donnchadh von Draco nods to his brother 'pon reading the missive.

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Livius chuckles at the absurd auction.

The Coronation of Frederick II The day long-awaited by the people of Sedan has finally come! In light of the end of his minority and the beginning of his adulthood, His Serene Highness, Frederick II, shall be coronated in the tradition of the Princes of Sedan, formally assuming the full breadth of the powers of the crown to rule his subjects as he sees fit. The Crown of Sedan shall also take the occasion to express its gratitude to His Highness, Peter Johann, who has served ably as regent during the minority of Frederick II. He shall be duly retired from his station and allowed to rest from the duties of administering the realm in his liege’s name. Invited to the coronation to partake in its celebrations are: His Royal Majesty, Karl III By the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska @GMRO Her Grace, Renilde I of Petra Archduchess of the Petra, Countess of Temesch and Moere @tilly His Grace, Constatine of Petra Archduke of Petra, Contanz-Anton Novellen, Prince of Balian @Eddywilson2 His Highness, Loran von Draco of Mardale Prince of Mardale, Marcher Lord of Eichenwalde @ItemVendor Her Highness, Valyris Ibarellan Princess of Celia’nor, Queen of Gladewynn @Cepheid His Royal Majesty, Alexander I King of Balian @Shmeepicus The subjects of the Principality of Sedan and the aforementioned realms named.

THE GOATED STARS Agreed on 13th of Snow’s Maiden, 1902 Between the Principality of Celia’nor and the Principality of Sedan The Principality of Celia’nor and The Principality of Sedan, after many lengthy discussions, see themselves sharing a similar mindset and goal for the future of their own people and respective realms. Because of this, His Serene Highness Frederick II, and Her Highness Valyris Ibarellan see it fit to bind the two nations together in an alliance and pursue success together in the midst of such a dark world. ARTICLE I: FULL ALLIANCE SECTION I: ALLIANCE The Principalities of Sedan and Celia’nor, hereby referred to as ‘THE GOATED STARS’, sign a new alliance between the two sovereignties henceforth known as I. The Goated Stars agree to a military alliance. II. The Goated Stars agree that an attack by a third party against one of them is an attack against both of them. III. The Goated Stars agree to settle any dispute between them or in which they may be involved through peaceful means in such a manner that this alliance and the laws of The Goated Stars are not endangered. IV. The Goated Stars agree to consult together whenever, in the opinion of either of them, the territorial integrity, political independence or security of The Goated Stars is threatened. V. The Goated Stars agree to discuss military expeditions with one another and agree to assist one another in such campaigns. VI. The Goated Stars recognise one another’s sovereignties and their respective leaders as the rightful rulers of their land. SECTION II: MILITARY COOPERATION The Goated Stars agree to engage in military cooperation in light of Section I. I. The Goated Stars agree to share information of a military nature or usage between one another. II. The Goated Stars agree to allow the other to move through their lands. SECTION III: TRADE The Goated Stars agree that a pact of free-trade shall begin between both parties, with each agreeing: I. That nation-affiliated merchants shall be allowed to trade in the other signatory’s nation without unnecessary tax or harassment. II. That each signatory shall receive one untaxed stall to sell whatever goods they see fit, so long as they do not break said nation’s laws. III. That each signatory shall offer their preferred weaponry as export to one another’s nations. SECTION IV: DURATION The Goated Stars agree to be bound by the terms of this Treaty for a period of fifteen years. AY’PUERAN; Valyris Ibarellan, Princess of Celia’nor, Queen of Gladewynn, Princess of the Alders, Princess of Alderyn, High Empyrean Princess, Sole-Proprieter of Gladewynn, Protector of the High Elves, High Magus of the Arcanic Court, etc. SIGNED, HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Frederick II of House de Joannes, By the Grace of God, Sovereign Prince of Sedan, Count of Louisville, Haverlock and Döbern, Viscount of Fauconberg, Baron of Ponce, Avoria and Pyrmont, Protector and Lord of the Valley of Goats and the Haikaprie

Frederick II nodded slowly upon reading the missive, neatly folding it to place away.

A HUNGRY PRINCE Issued and Confirmed by His Serene Highness 5th of The First Seed, 1900 TO THE CITIZENS AND LOYAL MEN OF SEDAN, As a Prince of Sedan, family comes first. Since our time of being removed viciously by The Holy Orenian Empire all those years ago, our family has stuck by one another and the Joannes name in order to remain strong. It comes with great heartbreak that I must relay the fault in my uncle, Prince Louis Owyn de Joannes. Through my regent's efforts, a plot to make off with the traditional titles of Haverlock has been discovered whereupon he did aim to become a vassal of Aaun against my will whilst claiming a title and land that is by all accounts my right. Such is not accepted by myself nor my regent. In truth I feel betrayed, he swore to my father to aid my reign, and yet whilst still in my minority he does aim to profit. This aim to profit comes at the great revelation that the man has no claim to even be of my house. A book by my late Grandfather does reveal that the man is adopted, and seeks to jump well above his station for no other reason than ambition. One must ask at this point how it is allowed by any stretch by the King of Aaun for this man to subvert my crown. One must ask what sort of man my own uncle is to plot and abandon me. For this level of disrespect, I demand proper recompense, King Charles of Aaun. For Sedan does not tolerate traitors. YOU HAVE EXACTLY ONE SAINT'S DAY. SIGNED, HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Frederick II of House de Joannes, By the Grace of God, Sovereign Prince of Sedan, Count of Joannesport, Louisville, Haverlock and Döbern, Viscount of Fauconberg, Baron of Avoria and Pyrmont, Protector and Lord of the Valley of Goats and the Haikaprier HIS LORDSHIP, Leufroy Alexandre Ashford de Savoie, Chancellor of Sedan

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Donnchadh von Draco reads the missive, remembering his old tavern in Celia'nor. A part of him longs for the hustle and bustle of running a busy bar, and so, he considers bidding on the Valfeur tavern.

I'm glad to have met you through this server. Take it easy Mady!:)

A Shared Feast 11th of Snows Maiden In recognition of the changing state of the world, and a need to maintain its ties with its fellow Canonist Princes and human brother-states around the world, the Principality of Sedan formally invites the Kingdom of Haense, the Archduchy of Petra, and the Principality of Mardale to a feast in Joannesport. The primary object of the feast, as with all other similar celebrations, shall be the traditional displays of revelry, fraternity, and devotion owed between us and our allies. Although the Princes of Canondom may know each other well, and be united in their desire for goodwill and peace among the Sons of Horen, it is of great importance that those of the gentry, nobility, and other esteemed classes of our respective realms become familiar with one another. Ties between nations are made not by sovereigns but by the people, and they must be cared for and cultivated as any blossoming garden does. In addition to this fraternity, the invitees may take the time to discuss current events and ensure that our allied human states have a shared vision and understanding as to what is the appropriate extent of our respective aims and ambitions, ensuring they violate neither our faith nor our shared humanity. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- His Royal Majesty KARL III By the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska @GMRO Her Grace, Renilde I of Petra Archduchess of the Petra, Countess of Temesch and Moere @tilly His Grace, Constatine of Petra Archduke of Petra, Contanz-Anton Novellen, Prince of Balian @Eddywilson2 His Highness, Loran von Draco of Mardale Prince of Mardale, Marcher Lord of Eichenwalde @ItemVendor These invitations also extend to the listed leaders and their loyal citizens. S I G N E D, HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Frederick II of House de Joannes, By the Grace of God, Sovereign Prince of Sedan, Count of Joannesport, Louisville, Haverlock and Döbern, Viscount of Fauconberg, Baron of Avoria and Pyrmont, Protector and Lord of the Valley of Goats and the Haikaprier HIS Highness, Peter Johann de Joannes, Lord Regent of Sedan, Head-Librarian of the Frederick Library, and Head Medic of the Sedanian clinic.

IGN: outcook Discord: Fumi#8199 Skin #: #2

ORDER OF SAINT ALEXANDER AND THE HOLY GOAT 'THE GOATS OF SEDAN' “THROUGH GOD, WE WILL OVERCOME” (God. 6:3) REJECT THE SINS OF MODERNITY AND TRANSCEND Step into any fetid metropolis and take a single breath- the miasma fills your lungs, as if weights bear you down. The secular has come into vogue, the virtues of old dismantled in the name of progress. But winds are changing, even the lame can sense it. The second Age of Heroes fast approaches: but will you stand tall in the yuga which proceeds, or cower in the pleasured coddling of modernity? Many not have what it takes to ascend in the latter days. But purification of the soul, the transmutation of sin into glory, can be achieved. To do so requires sacrifice, a libation given in honor for God’s Love. And what is the greatest gift to Him if not one’s very body, the hand-crafted vessel He Designed? Craft yourself into a temple worthy of His Love, and mold your mind into a tabernacle capable of His Wrath. Through the pursuit of martial excellence, by the charism of initiation, you can transcend past the material plane and into the fields of Divine Ecstasy. Give yourself to the inner spark within your soul and all shall be laid bare in the Glory of the Creator. PURIFY THE SOUL AND WALK THE SEVEN SKIES AS YOUR FATHERS DID BEFORE YOU “I BOWED MY HEAD AND WORSHIPPED THE MAJESTY OF MY FATHER WHO SENT ME — FOR I HAD DONE HIS WILL, AND HE TOO HAD DONE WHAT HE PROMISED — AND THE GATES OF HIS KINGDOM OPENED, AND I MINGLED WITH HIS PRINCES, FOR HE REJOICED IN ME AND RECEIVED ME, AND I WAS WITH HIM IN HIS KINGDOM.” (Owyn 6:1-4) ----- THE LESSER AND GREATER ALEXANDRINE INITIATION “AND NO PLACE IS FORBIDDEN TO THOSE PERFECTED IN THE EYES OF GOD, FOR THE WICKED ARE VANQUISHED FOREVER.” (Aus. 3:10) [Redacted] The mysteries of the Alexandrine Initiation are a closely-guarded secret of the Goats of Ponce, revealed only to the most loyal and experienced brothers. ----- RANKS OF THE CHAPTER OF THE HOLY GOAT The Inner Council of Bailiffs CHANCELLOR-AND-PROPRIETOR - The de jure leader and figurehead of the Order, the Chancellor-and-Proprietor is the final say of command and authority. Typically, however, the Chancellor-and-Proprietor is mainly tasked with representing the order both to the Church and foreign nation-states in cases of diplomacy as well as the maintenance of properties and lands controlled by the order. The current Chancellor-and-Proprietor is Frederick II de Joannes. @outcook KNIGHT-COMMANDER - Second-in-command, the Knight-Commander is in charge of keeping the Knight-Constable, Color-Bearer, and Master-Conservator stay in the right, as well as to lead in conflicts. The current Knight-Commander is Nikalaus Valberg. @Hedonism KNIGHT-CONSTABLE - Marked with the golden whip of office, the Knight-Constable is third-in-command and tasked with the important task of drilling and training both recruits and brothers alike. The current Knight-Constable is Manus of Sedan. @Irish COLOR-BEARER - The honor of carrying the chapter’s war banner into battle is reserved for the most capable warrior within the order at one time, named the Color-Bearer. The current Color-Bearer is Antonio ‘The Patriot’ de Murat. @Pancho MASTER-CONSERVATOR - As chief quartermaster and lord of logistics, the Master-Conservator’s role is to keep in order the vast stockpiles and resources the chapter maintains. There is currently no Master-Conservator. The Men-at-Arms EQUESTOR - The Knight of the Order is truly a fearless knight, and secure on every side, for his soul is protected by the armor of faith, just as his body is protected by the armor of steel. He is thus doubly-armed, and needs neither demons nor men. They are offered the title of 'Ser'. BROTHER-ARMIGER - Squire of the Order, known for how long they have been in the Order for. As most of them may be better fighters due to their age, most who hold this rank have earned it from their decades of loyalty to the Faith, Crown and the Order. BROTHER-CAPRANUS - Veterans of the Order, typically having years of experience under their belt. The Brother-Capranus are tasked with acting as mentors to the Recruits and Brother's of the Order. BROTHER-SERGEANT - Those who have proven their loyalty to the Faith, Crown, and the Order, Brother-Sergeants are proven fighters of the Order who have risen above their Brothers in ranks. BROTHER - The core and bulk of the Order’s manpower, Brothers are those who have taken the first initiatory rites and have sworn themselves in faithful service to their fellow peers. RECRUIT - Inexperienced and untrained, Recruits are the neophytes of the Order who have yet finished their first year of service or made their oath to the Order and Crown. Extraordinary Ranks MEDICUS - Those who provide medical needs to the Order, the Medicus rank is given to those who have proven their medical proficiencies within the Order, their sole job to provide their Brothers’ in the practice of medicine. ALMONER - Any brother of the Order who has taken clerical vows are given the robes of the Almoner, tasked with the important duties of giving alms and aid to the poor and lame, as well as efforts in proselytization ----- ENLISTMENT AND APPLICATION To serve with the Goats of Sedan, one must be of at least fourteen years, a male, and a faithful member of the Church of the Canon. [[RP]] Given Name: Family Name: Age: Prior Occupation: Battlefield Experience: Reason for Interest: [[OOC]] Username: Discord:

THE VALFLEUR ACCORDS PREAMBLE: Within the Principality of Sedan and the Commonwealth of the Petra lies men and women of similar degree, caliber, and fashion. Some fall into a collection of the finest warriors, others the smartest minds, or the bravest of souls. Most importantly, the ruling families of both these states stem from the line of Exalted Godfrey, binding them all by shared ancestry. Thus, the evolution of our previous treaty into that of a pact of alliance between Sedan and Petra is only natural. ARTICLE I: ALLIANCE The Principality of Sedan and Commonwealth of the Petra, hereby referred to as ‘the participants’, do mutually pledge themselves to the defense of each other’s realms through the signing of this document. I. The participants of this treaty mutually agree to enter into a full military alliance. II. The participants of this treaty mutually agree that an attack by a third party against one of them shall be considered to be an attack against both of them. III. The participants of this treaty mutually agree that they shall attempt to settle any dispute between them or in which they may be involved first through peaceful means. This is to be done in such a way that this pact and the respective laws of each participating realm shall not be endangered. IV. The participants of this treaty mutually agree to consult each other whenever the political or territorial sovereignty of one of the signatories is threatened. V. The participants of this treaty mutually agree to discuss military expeditions with one another and agree to assist one another in such campaigns. SECTION II: MILITARY COOPERATION The participants agree to engage in military cooperation in light of Section I. I. The participants mutually agree to share intelligence of a military or combative nature with one another. II. The participants agree to allow each other to freely move through their lands. SECTION III: TRADE The participants agree that a free trade agreement has been reached between both parties, with both pledging: I. That nation-affiliated merchants shall be allowed to trade in the other signatory’s nation without unnecessary tax or harassment. II. That each participant shall receive one untaxed stall to sell whatever goods they see fit, so long as they do not break said nation’s laws. SECTION IV: DURATION The participants agree to be bound by the terms of this treaty for a period of fifteen years. SIGNED, HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Frederick II of House de Joannes, By the Grace of God, Sovereign Prince of Sedan, Count of Joannesport, Louisville, Haverlock and Döbern, Viscount of Fauconberg, Baron of Avoria and Pyrmont, Protector and Lord of the Valley of Goats and the Haikaprier HIS Highness, Peter Johann de Joannes, Lord Regent of Sedan, Head-Librarian of the Frederick Library, and Head Medic of the Sedanian clinic. HER GRACE, Renilde Helena Temesch et Moere, Archduchess of the Commonwealth of the Petra, Countess of Temesch et Moere HER EXCELLENCY, Dame Catherine “The Phoenix” of Furnestock, Princess-Regent of the Commonwealth of the Petra

Donny von Draco sits on the edge of the foggy roof of Crestwatch, thin clouds of smoke puffed from his lips and into the misty air. He, having known of the secret voyage, wept, realizing the great Lord, his father, was dead.

Wykitt scurries away from the battle, his gladius held firmly in between his tiny palms. It was there he saw the infamous steed of Ser Flemius, towering above the bodies of his comrades. The mouse cursed under his breath at the sight, continuing up the road to avoid lingering close to the enemies any longer. "Good game."