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TRANSCRIPT FROM 570 E.S. LIII SESSION OF THE ROYAL DUMA Issued from the OFFICE OF THE LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 11th of Tov ag Yermey, 570 E.S. RECORDED BY LORD HANDLER, KAZIMIR WEISS IN ATTENDANCE: LORD SPEAKER, His Excellency, Sigmund Ludovar VIDAUS, His Lordship, Joren var Ruthern, representing KVASZ, His Lordship, Anton Ludovar, representing KAZAN, The Most Honorable, Davyd Colborn JEROVITZ, The Right Honorable, Ser Andrei Kortrevich AYR, His Lordship, Matyas Baruch, representing NOVKURSAIN, His Lordship, Kazimir Weiss, representing KOPPÁNY, Her Ladyship, Dszamila Korvacz, representing KOVGRAD, The Honorable, Varon Kovachev FURENTALIZ, The Honorable, Adelina van Leuven GRAND MAER, Her Ladyship, Acelia Colborn ALDERMAN, Cardinal Alaric ALDERMAN, Bjorn Valkonen ABSENT: ZVEZLUND, The Right Honorable, Nerida Amador Note: Lord Anton Ludovar took leave during the session, after which Brother Stefan Ludovar represented Kvasz in his stead. SUMMARY: This session of the Royal Duma did not cover any bills but addressed the Royal Decree on Fair Trials, the Royal Decree on Appropriate Criminal Punishments, the Edict of Obergrad, and the Ludovik Decree. To begin the session, His Excellency, Tomasz Karoswald, addressed the Duma to announce the Edict of Obergrad. The Edict of Obergrad addresses the Aulic Court’s functions being transferred to the Boyars of the Royal Duma, who will serve as Jovenaars as needed by virtue of their roles. In addition, a Chief Jovenaar may be elected through a majority vote by members of the Aulic Court. The Royal Decree on Fair Trials establishes guidelines for the Aulic Court to ensure just and fair trials and the integrity and transparency of its legal proceedings. Additionally, the Royal Decree on Appropriate Criminal Punishments outlines guidelines for suitable criminal penalties to be enforced by the Aulic Court following the reform of the Edict of Obergrad. It provides a framework for various offenses and their corresponding penalties to ensure fair and proportional sentencing. Following the Edict of Obergrad and the Royal Decrees, His Excellency, Sigmund Ludovar, addressed the Duma to display the Ludovik Decree, which established new rules for the operation of the Royal Duma to improve session efficiency. After a brief period of questions and debate, a vote was cast to amend the decree. The following change was voted for and passed: “All standards for debates shall be limited to seven ten minutes per bill. Upon conclusion of the time given, the Lord Speaker shall call upon any member who wishes to motion for an extension. If a motion is made and seconded, an additional three minutes shall be granted for further debate.”

TRANSCRIPT FROM 559 E.S. LII SESSION OF THE KING’S ROYAL DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF THE 5th Tov and Yermey, 559 E.S RECORDED BY: Lord Speaker Sigmar var Ruthern IN ATTENDANCE: THE CROWN, His Royal Highness, Karl Frederik LORD SPEAKER, His Lordship, Sigmar var Ruthern VIDAUS, His Grace, Dmitry var Ruthern KVASZ, His Grace, Sigmund Ludovar KAZAN, The Most Honorable, Davyd Edzar Colborn KOPPÁNY, Her Ladyship, Dszamila Korvacz, representing JEROVITZ, His Lordship, Andrei Kortrevich, representing KOVGRAD, The Honorable, Varon Kovachev NOVKURSAIN, The Right Honorable, Viktor Weiss, representing AYR, The Right Honorable, Duncan Baruch FURENTALIZ, Her Ladyship, Adelina van Leuven ALDERMAN, Bishop Alaric ALDERMAN, Mara Vanir ABSENT: ZVEZLUND, The Right Honorable, Nerida Amador THE GRAND MAER, Lujza Korvacz ALDERMAN, Joakim Colborn VE ELDERVIK, This session of the Royal Duma proved to be extremely productive and fantastic use of time, going over two announcements, one vote on a bill, and two forming of committees all within an hour. The first announcement made was to note the end of the terms for the current Grand Maer and three Aldermen. That being Lujza Korvacz, Bishop Alaric, Joakim Colborn and Mara Vanir, in that order. The Lord Speaker wishes to thank them for their time, and for their contributions during their terms. New Elections have since been initiated and shall conclude in one year (January 1st). All are welcome to run! The next announcement was to announce the next Guild Leader of the Royal Academy Guild. Following Stanislav’s banishment from Haense, the newly-created Guild was left without a leader, and thus the Guild came together to put forward Emma Kortrevich as it’s next leader. We wish her the best as the Guild moves forward from here on out. Following this, was a vote had on the Age of Inheritance bill presented by Sigmund Ludovar. This bill sought to bring our laws in line with that of the Church, and lower inheritance from the age of 18, to the age of 16. This bill passed unanimously, and shall be introduced to the ‘Haurul Caezk’ in due time. Last but not least, were two Committees introduced by the Lord Speaker. The first, the ‘Haurul Committee’ fielded by Sigmar var Ruthern, Sigmund Ludovar and Dszamila Korvacz shall be perpetual, working alongside the Palatial Justiciar and their Court, and committed to ensuring the ‘Haurul Caezk’, the Book of Honor and our laws, stays updated constantly. The second, the ‘Revitalization Committee’ fielded by Sigmar var Ruthern, Mahaut van Leuven, Dayvd Edzar Colborn and Adelina van Leuven, shall be committed to updating and modernizing old Haeseni information missives, creating new ones if needed, and working with other offices of His Majesty’s Government to potentially detail and create documents on how to join each individual field. The session was then adjourned, Boyars and soon-to-be Elected Officials alike are to regather and discuss when the Lord Speaker permits, upon the conclusion of the Tuvmas season. KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 556 E.S. LI SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 17th Tov and Yermey, 556 E.S RECORDED BY: LADY HANDLER Sifra Korvacz IN ATTENDANCE: THE CROWN, His Royal Highness, Karl Frederik LADY HANDLER, The Right Honorable, Sifra Korvacz VIDAUS, His Lordship, Ser Rickard, representing KVASZ, His Lordship, Vladrik Ludovar, representing KAZAN, His Lordship, Osgod Colborn, representing JEROVITZ, The Right Honorable, Emma Kortrevich ZVEZLUND, The Right Honorable, Stanislav Amador, representing NOVKURSAIN, The Right Honorable, Karl Weiss THE GRAND MAER, Lujza Korvacz ALDERMAN, Bishop Alaric ALDERMAN, Joakim Colborn ABSENT: LORD SPEAKER, His Lordship, Sigmar var Ruthern FURENTALIZ, Her Ladyship, Adelina van Leuven KOVGRAD, The Honorable, Varon Kovachev ALDERMAN, Mara Vanir VE ELDERVIK, Without further ado, we’ll be keeping to the new format as seen in the transcript from the last Duma session. Such will be provided below. This session of the Royal Duma touches back to the previous session, where the ‘Generations’ Committee, comprised of Stanislav Amador, Emma Kortrevich, Bishop Alaric, Gavrila Godunov, and Mahaut Marie, presented An Act Regarding Haeseni Youth which passed last session unanimously. This session sought to vote for the new Guild Master of the Royal Guild of Youth Affairs, which Stanislav Amador also won unanimously, moving to head education, property, and any further renditions to this Act and/or Royal Guild. Following that vote was a discussion provided on a letter to the Royal Duma, named “ON SAINTS AND HOLY PLACES”. Discussion was short, but agreement was made between all in the Duma that Grand Prince Karl and his Band of St. Tuvya would oversee the desires written about in the Letter to the Duma. The session was then adjourned, Boyars and Aldermen alike are to regather and discuss when the Lord Speaker permits, upon his return to the lands of Hanseti-Ruska. KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 555 E.S. L SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 17th Tov and Yermey, 555 E.S RECORDED BY: LADY HANDLER Sifra Korvacz IN ATTENDANCE: THE CROWN, His Royal Highness, Karl Frederik LORD SPEAKER, His Lordship, Sigmar var Ruthern VIDAUS, His Lordship, Ser Rickard, representing KVASZ, His Lordship, Vladrik Ludovar, representing KAZAN, His Lordship, Davyd Colborn, representing KOPPÁNY, The Right Honorable and LADY HANDLER, Sifra Korvacz JEROVITZ, The Right Honorable, Emma Kortrevich ZVEZLUND, The Right Honorable, Stanislav Amador, representing NOVKURSAIN, The Right Honorable, Karl Weiss FURENTALIZ, Her Ladyship, Mahaut van Leuven, representing THE GRAND MAER, Lujza Korvacz ALDERMAN, Mara Vanir ALDERMAN, Bishop Alaric ALDERMAN, Joakim Colborn ABSENT: AYR, The Right Honorable, Ruslan Baruch KOVGRAD, The Honorable, Rezaliza Kovachev VE ELDERVIK, Despite my short time in service as your Lady Handler, I figured it best to finally put a spin on things. With each Duma session comes a transcript and ever-so rarely would I force anyone to sit and listen to the debate Boyars partake in. That said, what is the difference between hearing it word-for-word and reading it word-for-word? Nothing, truly. And so, instead, I am here to simplify the job of those beyond me and ease the minds of those reading with simple summarization. Without further ado. The session of this date touches back to one from two years prior, regarding the established Generations Committee to aid in the issue of child neglect within the Kingdom of Haense. The solution presented was a Royal Guild of Youth Affairs. It is divided into two separate programs, the School and Scouts, and the Orphanage. Steadfast in his proposition, Stanislav Amador thoroughly explained the reasoning behind the committee’s decisions made for the Act regarding Haeseni Youth. Arguments brought up to hands were the Saint Karl’s Cadet Branch, by Ser Rickard and Alderman Mara Vanir. This section of the act is to be revised concerning the cadet branch may take away from the number of initiates that find themselves within the Brotherhood of Saint Karl. It was brought to the attention of the hall that children under the age of oathing ability were in the military, causing other concerns amongst the Boyars. Such may be discussed at the next session. Secondly, the request for a name change of the Saint Tuvya’s Social Branch is to be put in order thanks to His Royal Highness, Karl Frederik. There was no squabbling upon this topic, it was greeted with open arms which allowed the hall to move to the discussion’s closing points. To be voted upon next session would be the elected Guildmaster for the Royal Guild of Youth Affairs and potential candidates for running the orphanage. The act regarding Haeseni youth, with the aforementioned Cadet branch removed to be discussed next session, was fortunately voted upon in this session, resulting in a unanimous yes from all those seated. The session was then adjourned, Boyars and Aldermen are to regather and evaluate on Tov and Yermey of 556 E.S. KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 553 E.S. XLIX SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 12th Msitza and Dargund, 553 E.S. RECORDED BY: LADY HANDLER Sifra Korvacz IN ATTENDANCE: LORD SPEAKER, His Lordship Sigmar var Ruthern KVASZ, His Lordship, Vladrik Ludovar, representing KAZAN, The Most Honorable, Osgod Colborn, representing KOPPÁNY, The Right Honorable and LADY HANDLER, Sifra Korvacz JEROVITZ, The Right Honorable, Emma Kortrevich VERSKAYA, The Honorable, Gavrila Godunov ZVEZLUND, The Right Honorable, Stanislav Amador, representing NOVKURSAIN, The Right Honorable, Viktor Weiss, representing FURENTALIZ, The Honorable, Mahaut van Leuven, representing ALDERMAN, Mara Vanir ALDERMAN, Bishop Alaric ALDERMAN, Joakim Colborn ABSENT: AYR, The Right Honorable, Ruslan Baruch VIDAUS, No representative KOVGRAD, The Honorable, Rezaliza Kovachev THE GRAND MAER, Lujza Korvacz S. Ruthern: “Please everyone find vyr seats or vyr places vy wish to stand. Let us get this Duma underway, da?” S. Amador: “You just told all of us to stand instead of giving us copies,” he drawled, returning to his seat with one leg crossed over the other. D. Ruthern: “Quit complaining.” S. Ruthern: “Ea figured it wouldn't be too hard to get the copies vyrself, coz.” - “We have one or two Peers stuck behind in meetings, but ea shall begin the roll call now.” - “Vidaus?” S. Amador: “Simply give them a minute, lord.” D. Ruthern: “Here?” S. Amador: “That's you, son.” S. Ruthern: “That'll do.” - “Kvasz?” V. Ludovar: “Here.” S. Ruthern: “Malkovya?” O. Colborn: “Kazan” - “Present.” S. Ruthern: “Koppany?” S. Korvacz: “Here!” S. Ruthern: “Jerovitz?” - “Falling behind… Kovgrad?” - “Verskaya?” G. Godunov: “Present!” S. Ruthern: “Zvezlund?” S. Amador: “Present.” S. Ruthern: “Novkursain?” V. Weiss: “Present.” S. Ruthern: “Furentaliz?” M. Leuven: “Present.” S. Ruthern: “Ayr?” D. Baruch: “Aye!” S. Ruthern: “Alderman Joakim?” Alderman J. Colborn: “Ja.” S. Ruthern: “Alderman Mara?” Alderman M. Vanir: “Aye.” S. Ruthern: “And the dobry Father will be late, so ea was told.” - “There is an issue ea must make known to vy Peers, some ov vy, anyhow.” D. Ruthern.: “Spit it out.” S. Ruthern: “Before wea go further…” - “Neither ov vy may represent vyr Houses, eam afraid.” - “And vy, Ludovar, what is vyr age?” V. Ludovar: “Eam twenty-five.” D. Ruthern.: “If I'm not mistaken, I am old enough to represent my family. Am I not?” S. Ruthern: “The age ov representation is 16, as stated in Tatiyana's reform ov the Duma.. Ea can pass the document around if vy wish.” S. Amador: “Away from the chairs, woman.” S. Korvacz: “Vy are niet a resident of their fief.” S. Ruthern: “Something to be amended, if such is desired, but eam afraid such must be followed. Ea was hoping there were those that would call mea out on such, but alas.” - “Please vacate vyr chairs, Lords. And vy… armored individual. What they said. Please join the others.” Alderman M. Vanir: “Who's this fellow representing?” E. Kortrevich: “Pardon my tardiness,” - “I was in a diplomatic meeting!” S. Korvacz: “Nie one, he is niet a resident of the Kovgrad.” S. Amador: “You've not missed much, Lady Emma.” M. Leuven: “Ea don't know him,” - “Et seems our peer for Jerovitz es present now too.” E. Kortrevich: “Well-” S. Ruthern: “Da, what the Lady Sifra said.” - “If a guard wishes to remove the individual in the Kovgrad seat, please do so now.” D. Ruthern: “Whatever,” - “Nothing important is discussed here anyways.” S. Amador: “Can we continue now that you've completed your alleged pop quiz?” D. Ruthern, and D. Baruch leave their respective house’s seats. The session begins. S. Ruthern: “Anyways, since the author ov the letter on Saint's & Holy Places does niet seem to be here yet, ea will table that letter until the end.” - “Viscount-Consort, vyr letter on the Children ov Haense is up, if vy wish to speak on it before ea open the floor for debate?” S. Amador: “Da, so I do.” S. Ruthern: “Go ahead, Stanislav.” S. Amador: “Lords and Ladies - I have spent a great deal of time in the city in recent years, and I have noticed a most uncomfortable trend.” - “Many of Haense's children go day to day without their parents. It is exceptionally common to see a crowd of children, and only one or two adults. … Usually, our Lord Palatine, or Father Alaric.” - “I urge the Duma to act in the better interest of these children. In ten, fifteen years, when they have reached adulthood, they will bemoan of neglect and trauma. Is that how we want to be remembered by the next generation?” - “We cannot abandon our children to relax in the halls of our keeps. We must remain an active presence for them. To the parents of the Duma, I urge your return to the city. I urge you to - at the very least, find a nanny. For the duma as a whole, I implore us to find some sort of solution - even if only partial, to help this problem.” - “When we have these children, we are then bound to them. It is our responsibility to care, and that is what inspired me to stand here today.” - “Spasiba.” S. Ruthern: “Spasibo, Stanislav. Ea shall open the floor to unmoderated debate, for fifteen minutes.” - “Ea shall extend the time if need be, ov course.” E. Kortrevich: “Although she is not present here currently, I do believe the Grand Maer wished to start a schoolhouse of sorts for the children of the city, so they may receive an ensured education.” M. Leuven: “Da,” - “We have a recently elected Grand Maer who has niet been given ve chance to act on her campaign policies yet, Eam sure half of them will remedy ve issues you speak of, Lord Stanislav.” S. Amador: “I am not asking the Grand Maer to find a solution. I am asking the Duma to.” M. Leuven: “Yet ve Grand Maer es part of ve Duma ag we can support her in such.” E. O. Kortrevich: “The Grand Maer is a member of the Duma.” M. Leuven: “Spasiba, Erik.” S. Amador: “A simple schoolhouse does not remedy the issue of absence, only education.” M. Leuven: “Nie, but et creates a safe space with supervision for these children. So does ve proposed orphanage Maer Lujza included in her campaign.” Alderman M. Vanir: “No, but a schoolhouse will give the children something to do, something to occupy their time and to educate them with a standard of good morals and behavior,” - “We cannot fix absentee parents, but it is a good step.” Alderman Bishop A.: “A school is not a wholesale solution, but it is a crucial part.” Alderman J. Colborn: “What do you propose should be done to remedy it, young consort? What ideas come to mind?” S. Amador: “You can call me by my name, Joakim.” Alderman J. Colborn: “Ja, I did.” S. Korvacz: “E perhaps w issue jest niet parents being absent. Y daughter goes along fine, Lord Stanislav. Might Y suggest it jest how those children z raised? Maybe their behavior being corrected might better suit vyr wishes?” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea propose an Orphanage be a part of the administration of the schoolhouse, for those parentless children.” S. Amador: “I worry that many would think the solution is to beat them, in that regard.” Alderman M. Vanir: “The solution is to beat them, I fear.” S. Amador: “It isn't.” Alderman J. Colborn: “I plan to begin removing fingers at this point.” S. Amador: “Oh f*** off.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Oh yes, let us treat our vulnerable youth the same way we treat criminals.” G. Godunov: “Which- is absolutely not the ideal solution.” E. Kortrevich: “Our children are well-behaved and we've never beaten them.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Aptly put Emma.” M. Leuven: “They need to be taught lessons, niet how we throw punches.” S. Amador: “Children are a direct reflection of the adults in their lives.” - “We have the opportunity to do better.” - “That's all I'm asking for.” Alderman M. Vanir: “Discipline must be instilled in the youth,” - “Some children need not to be beaten. But for instance, a few months ago- a young street-urchin drew a knife on me and threatened to maim me. I did what any sensible adult would do, and gave him a thrashing. Now, he's a much more well-behaved youth.” S. Ruthern: “Vy all have five minutes left. Ea will turn this moderated if need be.” M. Leuven: “We have ve opportunity with Maer Lujza's proposals for ve niet so fortunate or well-behaved, which ve Duma ag citizens can help man ag supply.” - “If need be as well, Ea could review ve ward program as well for those who are particularly inclined to taking in ag helping our parentless youth, da?” E. Kortrevich: “Perhaps the re-establishment of the cadets? It gives the children, ah, a focus. A passion.” Alderman J. Colborn: “They have to learn sometime. Better their training starts early.” M. Leuven: “Would you care to explain ve cadets to us, Emma? Eam afraid at least Eam niet aware of ve role.” S. Amador: “I feel like this entire conversation is highlighting my concern…” - “Da, please, Lady Emma.” G. Godunov: “The Brotherhood has been inducting more youth as of late. Perhaps a youth branch of the Brotherhood, to give them something to do- training, as opposed to full enlistment? Then, it would be their decision once they come of age.” E. Kortrevich: “When I was a young girl, I took up a role as a cadet, of sorts. I was able to attend trainings and the like, with other children.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea support the idea of a separate youth division, tailored to inducting and training the needs of young soldiers.” Alderman J. Colborn: “Ja, a lot of the young ones became cadets where they could see into the trainings of the brodirhood. I often took them along patrols, trainings, and the like. Nej any battles, and it strengthened their resolves.” E. Kortrevich: “I learned how to swing a sword at a dummy - things of that nature. It distracted us from street-fights and allowed us to channel feelings into something more productive.” - “It will not be effective for every child, but it is something to consider.” S. Ruthern: “Ea shall extend this debate by five minutes. Nie longer.” Alderman M. Vanir: “I think it would be well to establish a regiment of cadets, though I think the establishment of a schoolhouse is just as important, if not more. After all, children can already join the Brotherhood.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Especially for those more ill-tempered children, the discipline of the sword is better than a teacher's stern instruction.” E. Kortrevich: “Every child is different. Some may prefer the schoolhouse over the barracks, and that is okay.” - “I think it is an important conversation to have, regardless.” Alderman J. Colborn: “Ja, a school will educate the children. A cadet branch will organize them and strengthen their bodies and discipline. What else? An orphanage to house them.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Here here, Lady Kortrevich.” Alderman J. Colborn: “Though I know many of us are prone to taking in orphans or unguided children of noble houses ourselves.” E. Kortrevich: “I would encourage the more present peers of the nation to take wards, if that is the case!” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea motion for the duma to form a committee to write a bill including provisions for A Cadet Branch, a Schoolhouse, and Orphanage and to report to our general assembly later.” S. Ruthern: “Hmm, go ahead, Justiciar.” S. Amador: “We should also consider other avenues for them to learn. In Haelunor, they had scouts, for example, who baked cookies, learned of their culture, and learned how to survive nature.” Alderman M. Vanir: “I agree that a cadet branch and the schoolhouse should be revitalized. However, I feel that an orphanage would create too much of a tax burden on the Kingdom.” S. Amador: “The clinic could also provide a cadet program for future medics.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea do niet think an orphanage would be a significant cost.” S. Korvacz: “There jest already an orphanage, or Y suppose it jest more of a daycare. W Firress Malna runs it.” E. Kortrevich: “Da. During my time as surgeon general, I took many students. Perhaps we might suggest that to the Baroness as well.” O. Colborn: “The alchemy guild also accepts students, even those under the age to learn of the general concepts of alchemy.” E. O. Kortrevich: “A committee sounds all well and dobry, Father. But in my experience of legislating any sort of group, there must be dedicated staff for that purpose and that purpose alone. I am sure the man across from me can speak in that regard as well” - “All schools require teachers, all cadets require a commander, and an orphanage requires a headmaster.” O. Colborn: “The alchemy guild also accepts students, even those under the age to learn of the general concepts of alchemy.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea would like to personally add that ea tutor a great deal of our youth personally, and have 3 children in mea tutelage as Acolytes; the church always offers a path for the young as well.” S. Ruthern: “This debate has gone one minute over… from what ea can see, a committee would niet be a bad idea. To come together and establish something ov which to be presented at the next Duma, perhaps?” E. O. Kortrevich: “Vy set the rules and expectation, Lord Speaker.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea would ask to be chair or at least sit upon this Committee should it be established, Lord Speaker.” S. Ruthern: “Keeping in mind all that was said, and Lord Erik's point is especially true. Manpower must be considered. Buildings and such can be established, but mean nothing without those there to preside over them. The last thing Valdev needs is more buildings with nie one within them.” Alderman Bishop A.: “That is true, but ea can personally assure the assembly we have had several individuals willing to offer courses; Myself, Malna, Cardan van Leuven.” - “Ea have little fear we could niet staff a schoolhouse.” Alderman M. Vanir: “Staff for a schoolhouse would be easier to find than for an orphanage. I am certain we could find someone.” E. Kortrevich: “I've mentioned it before, but I am also willing to take wards, to teach them the ways of diplomacy.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea will leave my comments at that.” *Nods to the lord-speaker. M. Leuven: “Malna ag Maer Lujza are already working on et together in terms of ve orphanage.” S. Ruthern: “Regardless, ea do see fit to establish this committee.” - “Ea ask that Alderman Alaric, Lady Emma, and Lord Stanislav sit this committee… to start. With others to join if they so wish, so long as eam notified beforehand.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Thank vy Lord-speaker.” E. Kortrevich: “Ah - spasibo.” G. Godunov: “I would also be interested in joining such a committee,” - “This is a discussion that should be kept afloat.” S. Ruthern: “Nie thanks needed. Ea only ask vy consult and work with the Grand Maer on this, for she did have her own plans after all.” - “Ov course, Baroness.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Da, me and ze Grand Maer have already been in close communication; our cooperation can be assured.” M. Leuven: “Ea would also be interested in joining such, in case ve Royal Court can provide any resources or bolster ve curriculum.” Alderman J. Colborn: “Shall we move on then?” S. Ruthern: “Beyond that, ea wish to table this debate until the next session. Ea believe there has been enough said to build a dobry foundation for finding a better solution.” - “Very well, let us move on.” S. Ruthern: “This next issue, most if niet all ov vy know by now.” - “The incident that occurred within the Observatory, niet a few saint's months ago.” - “Is the young Sosina Amador here today?” S. Amador: “Noo, my daughter is not here at the moment. Though if you'd like, I can summarize her concerns.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Please, do elaborate on her worries Lord Stanislav.” S. Ruthern: “Very well. Wea will hear concerns from the young Amador, and a response from the Keepers ov the Menagerie soon after, along with the accompanying bill from the Grand Lady.” - “Go ahead, cousin.” S. Amador: “She is a very empathetic girl - especially toward animals. While I've not yet been able to see the menagerie myself, she came home bursting through the door over how they were cared for. She did not feel they were being respected as God's creatures.” - “Though, I've a feeling Lady van Leuvan's own publication to the Duma would remedy her concerns - you wish to have them protected more effectively, da?“ M. Leuven: “Da, ve related bill today es about ensured protections by law. Ea can also assure ve animals are well-taken care of already, but other improvements are being looked into simultaneously.” Alderman Bishop A.: “It does niet seem there is much contention towards this Bill.” - “Ea would motion to bring it too a vote.” O. Colborn: “I second.” Alderman M. Vanir: “To be clear- the bill we are voting on is to close the Menagerie?” M. Leuven: “Niet at all.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Nie, to enhance protections and have the animals considered Crown Property.” G. Godunov: “What sort of improvements does the menagerie plan on making?” O. Colborn: “No I think the crown property animals is another bill.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Oh- which bill is zhis then?'.” O. Colborn: “Just against animal cruelty.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Da, ea see.” M. Leuven: “Sosina's concerns were an opinion, niet a bill. Et happens her opinion es of a similar subject to mea bill.” S. Amador: “Spasiba, Mahaut….” Alderman Bishop A.: “That was mea understanding.” M. Leuven: “Et's nie problem, Ea just wanted to clarify.” Alderman Bishop A.: “This is merely a discussion of principles then?” O. Colborn: “Seems so.” M. Leuven: “Ve bill es to make sure ve Duma ag lawbook see ve Royal Menagerie's animals as Crown property, so then when they are hurt ve culprits are dealt with in ve proper means.” S. Ruthern: “A discussion on the issues presented by the young Amador. That was the first thing, but Mahaut's bill was drafted in response.” M. Leuven: “Da, as ve Lord Speaker said.” O. Colborn: “So we are discussing the letter of the Amador or the response bill?” Alderman M. Vanir: “The letter of the Amador.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea see.” S. Ruthern: “What Alderman Mara said, however.” Alderman M. Vanir: “The Lady Amador's letter to the duma said the following: 'Call for the immediate closure of the menagerie, permanently if these fatal flaws are not rectified.' This is what we are currently discussing. My take on this is that we should not close the menagerie, but should advise the keepers to make the enclosures more secure.” S. Ruthern: “Stanislav was explaining the concerns ov the young Amador, to which he brought forward the Grand Lady's bill, which was drafted in direct response to the Amador's concerns.” - “If the Peers ov the Duma consider the bill a fair response to the young woman's concerns, vy may vote. However, if vy do niet believe such, such is now the time to bring that up for discussion.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea fail to see a need to outright close the building; let us fix this issue rather than waste hundreds of hours of dedicated work.” M. Leuven: “Spasiba for ve clarifications, Lord Speaker.” E. Kortrevich: “I would motion to vote on the Grand Lady's bill.” O. Colborn: “My only comment on the response bill, is that I think treason is too much for the crime committed. I do agree it should be listed as a crime, but I think treason is not it.” M. Leuven: “Da, Ea would niet wish to close ve menagerie, considering et was a passion project of ve last Grand Lady ag a vision held by our late Koenas.” Alderman M. Vanir: “I second the Lady Kortrevich.” S. Amador: “I agree.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea third the motion, but da, ea agree with Osgood's idea.” S. Amador: “We could, perhaps, make it educational for the children………….” S. Ruthern: “Ea wish to address the Lord Osgod's concern, if the Peers would allow mea.” S. Amador: “And have a guild for them to learn how to care for them…….” M. Leuven: “May Ea have a chance to reply to Lord Osgod meaself, Lord Speaker?” S. Ruthern: “Ah, ov course Grand Lady. Go ahead, then wea shall move to vote after.” M. Leuven: “Et was with ve consel of an astute, young Prinzenas,” - “That et es counted as treason. Ea would like to remind ve Duma that ve Royal Menagerie es still ve property of ve Crown. Ve Royal Court only manages et on ve behalf of our rulers.” O. Colborn: “May I reply, Lord Speaker?” S. Ruthern: “Ov course.” - “Go ahead Lord Osgod.” O. Colborn: “Everything in this land belongs to the crown. But if a man chops down a tree in the tourney grounds, which belong to the crown, without consent, I think he deserves punishment but still isn't a traitor. Many things belong to the crown, I don't believe it justifies it being treason.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea agree with Osgod.” Alderman M. Vanir: “Speak then, what label you would grant to the crime instead of treason.” V. Ludovar: “Ea also agree with Osgod.” R. Ludovar: “What about vandalism?” Alderman Bishop A.: “Da, destruction of property or something akin.” S. Ruthern: “Dobry suggestion, but allow vyr representative to speak on it.” M. Leuven: “Vandalism applies to things that do niet implicate ve Crown directly, though. These animals are brought in with ve intention to be sponsored ag cared for by ve Crown etself, or those who can facilitate this on their behalf.” S. Ruthern: “Justiciar,” - “Ea wish to hear from vy.” O. Colborn: “Vandalism can also be things that belong to the palace, one can vandalize the palace.” E. O. Kortrevich: “What opinion does the Lord Speaker wish from the Aulic Court?” M. Leuven: “Da, but et es easier to replace a broken vase than a dead mammoth, Lord Osgod.” S. Ruthern: “On the matter ov Treason versus Vandalism in regards to the harming ov animals under the Crown. Be it direct owning, or otherwise sponsored.” - “Ea wish to know how vy would interpret it, Lord.” E. O. Kortrevich: “Hmm… I see”- “Firstly, it is the Crown who determines it's property, niet the Duma Hall. But, if I were to prosecute a man of killing a Crown-Sponsored animal, it would be a harsher form of Vandalism, just as if stealing a Royal Relic would be a harsher form of thievery.” Alderman Bishop A.: “In such a case, this bill is frivolous; at most we could pass a recommendation that the crown consider the animals it's property.” S. Ruthern: “Ea see. Spasibo, Justiciar. Vyr input is most appreciated in this.” - “With all that in mind, ea will begin the voting.” S. Amador: “For the sake of us having gone on a bit of a tangent - can you restate what we are voting for as it relates to the bill, Lord Speaker?” E. Kortrevich: “I would niet call it frivolous, Bishop. It concerns the project spearheaded by our late Koenas.” S. Ruthern: “Ov course.” - “Vyr votes are in accordance with the passing ov the Grand Lady's bill, On the Protection ov the Menagerie.” Alderman Bishop A.: “No, I agree this matter is of great importance. Ea simply mean we need to legislate on other issues, since it's out of our purview to classify property.” S. Ruthern: “A da, or nie, to be precise.” - “Does that clear up vyr question, Stanislav?” S. Amador: “Mhmm.” S. Ruthern: “Very well.” - “Kvasz?” V. Ludovar: “Oh we're voting..” - “Kvasz voted against the bill as it is written. Ea still think Treason is too high of a charge.” S. Ruthern: “Kazan?” O. Colborn: “No, just because of the terminology.” S. Ruthern: “Koppany?” S. Korvacz: “Koppany votes nie, until w punishment jest edited.” S. Ruthern: “Jerovitz?” E. Kortrevich: “The County of Jerovitz abstains. Once the legality is sorted, it will be a da.” S. Ruthern: “Verskaya?” G. Godunov: “Verskaya also abstains. The terminology must be re-evaluated.” S. Ruthern: “Zvezlund?” S. Amador: “I vote da.” S. Ruthern: “Novkursain?” V. Weiss: “Abstains, until ve proposal is adjusted.” S. Ruthern: “Furentaliz?” M. Leuven: “Abstain,” - “On ve condition Ea can revise et to ve Justicar's appraisal ag Crown approval.” S. Ruthern: “Alderman Joakim?” Alderman J. Colborn: “Nej.” S. Ruthern: “Alderman Mara?” Alderman M. Vanir: “Aye.” S. Ruthern: “Alderman Alaric?” Alderman Bishop A.: “Abstains till amended.” S. Ruthern: “With four 'nies', two 'da', and three abstains, this bill is defeated.” - “Spasibo for vyr votes, Peers and Aldermen alike.” M. Leuven: “Spasiba to those who gave input.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea think this assembly will happily pass it upon revisions of the criminal definition.” M. Leuven: “Da, Ea will see to et's revision soon.” S. Ruthern: “Time will tell, Bishop.” - “Ea desire to table discussion ov the last bill until next session, considering the time. Ov which, the Committee on the Children ov Haense may have something to present, as well.” Alderman Bishop A.: “Ea support the motion.” S. Ruthern: “Consider this session ov his Majesty's Royal Duma adjourned, then. Spasibo to all ov vy for vyr attendance. Vy are all free to go.” Session adjourned.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 551 E.S. XLVIII SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 12th Tov and Yermey, 551 E.S RECORDED BY: LORD SPEAKER, Sigmar var Ruthern LADY HANDLER, Sifra Korvacz IN ATTENDANCE: THE CROWN, Her Royal Majesty, Juliya of Reinmar VIDAUS, His Lordship Sigmar var Ruthern KVASZ, His Lordship Sigmund Ludovar, representing MALKOVYA, The Most Honorable Joakim Colborn, representing KOPPÁNY, The Right Honorable, Sifra Korvacz JEROVITZ, The Right Honorable, Emma Kortrevich KOVGRAD, The Honorable, Rezaliza Kovachev VERSKAYA, The Honorable, Gavrila Godunov ZVEZLUND, The Right Honorable, Nerida Amador NOVKURSAIN, The Right Honorable, Karl Weiss FURENTALIZ, The Honorable, Mahaut van Leuven, representing ABSENT: AYR, The Right Honorable, Ruslan Baruch LADY SPEAKER THE GRAND MAER ALDERMEN Father A.: “Lord-Handler, might ea ask if the Alderman Election is also on today's docket?” S. Ludovar: “Nie as I was niet given the list of those running, so we shall await for the nominations of Speaker and let whoever is named, redo the elections.” Father A.: “Ea believe eam the only candidate.” - “But perhaps we'll see some more nominations come to light.” S. Amador: “I suppose we should simply start with those who wish to run for Lord Speaker, da?” Juliya of Reinmar: “My late and dear friend, Duchess Tatiyana was a wonderous speaker for the Duma, and she shall forever hold a place in our hearts...” - “To continue the honor and tradition of the Duma, we must elect a new Lord Speaker to fill her place. The floor is open for nominations.” J. Colborn: “Joakim Colborn of the Line of Holy Ser O. Colborn. I nominate myself for the position of Speaker.” S. Ludovar: “Kvasz nominates, myself, Sigmund Ludovar.” R. Kovachev: “Kovgrad nominates Lord Stanis Amador.” Sigmar var Ruthern: “Vidaus nominates meaself, Sigmar var Ruthern.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Is there anymore nominations? If not, we shall proceed to our candidate speeches.” - “Lord Sigmar var Ruthern, you have the floor.” S. Ruthern: “Spasibo, vyr Royal Majesty.” - “Members ov the Royal Duma, and those spectating here today… spasibo for being here today. It is dobry to see all ov vy following the passing ov mea dear sestra, Tatiyana.” - “Ea wish to keep this short but provide sufficient explanations as to mea reasons for running.” - “To begin, ea wish to wield the Black Bulava in honor ov Tatiyana, continuing what she accomplished whilst further revitalizing the Duma and refining.” - “Firstly, the guides relating to how the Duma runs and the etiquette therein require immediate revising. These guides are dated, and provide those interested in the Duma an outdated perspective. Ea hope to rectify that.” - “Secondly, ea wish to provide more representation for the Duma. Considering it's legacy as representation for commoners and nobles alike, and the best way to enact change, more roles should be opened up for those willing to fill them. Ea wish to look into the return ov the Tribune positions, and perhaps a slight reworking ov the Alderman position in relation to that. The Duma must be utilized to it's max potential.” - “Spasibo.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Thank you Lord Sigmar for your speech.” - “The floor is now yours, Lord Sigmund Ludovar.” S. Ludovar: “Members of the Royal Duma, I stand before vy today as a committed servant of Haense, deeply invested in justice, transparency, and the prosperity of our Kongzem. I humbly present myself as a candidate for Lord Speaker.” - “Little over twelve years ago, I advanced several key legislative bills that strengthened our Kongzem's foundation. These included measures to protect our holy relics, reinstate the ruleset for Aldermen and women, and modernize laws to reflect the times. One of my past proposals involved updating the names of bastards, demonstrating my long-standing dedication to inclusivity and justice.” - “As a former Deputy Palatine under the former Lord Palatine Erik Kortrevich and having served as Lord Handler under Lady Tatiyana, I have extensive experience in governance. If granted the privilege of becoming Lord Speaker, I will ensure that the Duma is a place of transparency where every voice is heard. My focus will be on fostering open discussion, maintaining up-to-date laws, and restoring accountability, including the full usage of the Royal Inquisitor to ensure Aulic members are held responsible when it's absolutely necessary.” - “In conclusion, my experience as Deputy Palatine, my legislative work, and my commitment to the people of Haense uniquely qualify me to lead the Duma with integrity. Together, we can forge a brighter and more just future for our kingdom.” - “Spasiba.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Thank you, Lord Sigmund.” - “Ser Joakim, you have the floor.” J. Colborn: “I have defended Haense within the walls and outside of them. I have worked the fields and studied the historical texts. There is nej anything a Scyfling can nej do, and that includes upholding this Duma.” - “My receipts are many, and my actions are proven true. If there is work to be done, I alone am the honored one.” - “And wake up. You all look like you dread being here. As if standing in the cold square or within the warm safety of your keep walls is better.” - “Skrali.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Lord Stanis Amador, you have the floor.” S. Amador: “Spasiba!” - “Congratulations, friends of the Duma, for sitting through so many speeches!”- “My own desire to run for Duma is a far more straightforward one - I am passionate about it. Serving Haense as Alderman motivated me greatly as a young man.” - “While the previous candidates already have their plates filled with other duties and responsibilities, with me as Lord Speaker you will have a man solely dedicated to the Duma - and proudly so!” - “For the sake of the Duma's productivity and relevence, I implore you to vote me as Lord Speaker, as I will save this institution of Haense from falling into absence and neglect.” - “Spasiba.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Thank you, Lord Stanis.” - “Now, if anyone has any questions for any of the candidates.. You may inquire them now.” S. Ludovar: “I have a question for Lord Stanislav.” S. Amador: “Yes, sunshine?” S. Ludovar: “Vy speak to save this instituion of Haense fromf alling into absence and neglect. Niet only, vy speak of productivity. So my question is, during vyr tenure as Alderman, what bills did vy put forth during this time?” S. Amador: “None,” - “But every vote I cast was in favour of the Haense people - as that was my promise when running. I am not so inclined to vote when it only improves the station of my family. Congratulations on the new duchy, by the way.” S. Ludovar: “Wait. So vy promise to bring change yet vy have niet strived in doing so, during vyr tenure?” R. Kovachev: “Do our votes not make a change?” - “Our presence in this hall?” - “We need not nitpick the details of law with minute changes in bills or double-checking the names of Bastards to be regarded as a hero of the courts.” J. Colborn: “Do nej need to speak for grown men either. Let the Ruthern speak.” S. Ludovar: “Ai, but as an Alderman, vy are willing to produce bills to bring forth change. To which if we seek to strive in getting the Duma out of decline, why must we fall into electing someone who has showcased no strive in saving it prior?” S. Amador: “May I answer, or do you wish to argue with the populace?” R. Kovachev: “I nominated this man; I should like to defend him - and speak as it is my right to here.” Sifra Korvacz: “All w canditates have spoken, z moy dav to vote?” S. Ruthern: “Let mea cousin, speak. Please. Let us niet be here all day.” S. Ludovar: “And vy are free to do such. It was only a question to the mans words. As actions speak louder than them.” S. Amador: “The change is true dedication. Most people who long for these positions do so only for their own gain, or their own legacy.” - “They would claim the shiny title and do nothing with it.” - “I would do something with it.” S. Ludovar: “Very well, that is the only question I have.” S. Amador: “I've a question in return, darling, if I may.” S. Ludovar: “Sure can.” S. Amador: “How engaged are you with your fellow Haensemen? You've never struck me as the social type.” S. Ludovar: “Nie, I am niet much of a social type, only in matters such as this to which I am social.” - “Though I shall add.” - “During the Royal Audit, I consulted many within this chamber to identify issues, which I then presented to both the former Palatine and the Koeng. While I may niet be the most social, my strength lies in resolving problems effciently.” J. Colborn: “It would nej be a Ludovar if they do nej handle matters efficiently. That goes for the treasury of the Brodirhood as well.” S. Amador: “Efficiently, you mean.” - “Very well. Spasiba.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Anymore questions for candidates?” J. Colborn: “Ja.” - “Young Squire.” - “Your former positions many see were handouts from your systirs. I know your capability with a blade, but expound on your skill with the pen. Would this position be earned, or handed out?” - “Are you capable of it?” S. Ruthern: “Without question.” - “Nie doubt some have seen mea positions as handouts, eam niet surprised in the slightest.” - “But with every position ea've filled, ea have put in the work. Ea have dedicated mea life to this Kongzem, caring little for personal gain or how mea name shall be remembered.” - “The Duma withholds the right to call for a 'nie confidence’ vote. Ea hope, nie matter who is elected, that the Duma holds the Speaker to a high standard.” - “The Duma, and therefore the Speaker, is nothing without the peers and boyars ov the Duma.” - “Does that answer vyr question suitably, Ser Joakim?” J. Colborn: “Ja, that is exactly so. Go ahead and nominate whomever, and may your pacts behind closed doors be held true and your friends vote your name. But if you dishonor the seat, expect the vote of nej confidence to come swiftly.” - “Let any who aims for the chair understand that and hold it next to your heart. That is it for my question.” Juliya of Reinmar: “I call again for questions for candidates, or else we shall move to voting.” R. Kovachev: “I would motion to a vote, I tire of listening to these nominees trying to rip at each other's throats and cast each other down for this seat.” - “It's unbecoming of a Haeseni.” E. Kortrevich: “I second that motion.” S. Ludovar: “I third.” N. Amador: “Ea too agree.” - “We are wasting time, and breath.” J. Colborn: “If the Duma is a waste of time, get up and walk out.” - “Otherwise, dedicate your hearts.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Let us move to a vote...” R. Kovachev: “The waste is trying to stain the integrity and place doubt on the hard effort we all place into this Kingdom, Ser Joakim.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Once I call upon your household, please state the candidate you wish to vote for.” J. Colborn: “Your ears do nej work as well as your mouths do.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Silence within the duma unless I call upon you.” - “Vidaus.” S. Ruthern: “Vidaus votes for Sigmar var Ruthern.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Kvasz.” S. Ludovar: “Kvasz votes for Sigmund Ludovar.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Kazan.” J. Colborn: “Kazan votes for Sigmund Ludovar.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Ayr.” S. Ludovar: “Niet present, so abstain.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Jerovitz.” E. Kortrevich: “The County of Jerovitz casts its vote for Sigmar Ruthern.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Novkursain.” K. Weiss: “Novkursain votes for Lord Joakim.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Zvezlund.” N. Amador: “Zvezlund votes for Stanislav Amador.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Koppány.” S. Korvacz: “Koppany votes for Sigmar var Ruthern.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Kovgrad.” R. Kovachev: “Kovgrad votes for Stanislav Amador.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Verskaya.” G. Godunov: “Verskaya votes for Sigmar var Ruthern.” Juliya of Reinmar: “Furentaliz.” M. Leuven: “Ve Barony of Furentaliz votes for Sigmar var Ruthern.” Juliya of Reinmar: “With the most votes, Lord Sigmar Ruthern is now our Lord Speaker!” - “Congratulations and thank you all who ran for the position.” N. Amador: “Congratulations.” R. Kovachev: “Any soul running for this seat is passionate enough for it,” noted Rezalisa as he applauded the new Speaker. S. Amador: “Better luck next time.” J. Colborn: “So then, were there other elections supposed to happen to? Or will it be tabled for now?” S. Ruthern: “Spasibo to vy all.” - “To vy all that ran, and to all boyars whom voted, nie matter who their vote went to, ea appreciate vyr enthusiasm and diligence.” - “Ea wish to quickly go over candidates for Lord Handler and the Royal Inquisitor, then wea shall see to the elections ov Aldermen and Grand Maer, hastily. Ea do niet wish to keep all ov vy sat for much longer.” J. Colborn: “I can take up Lord Handler so there is nej downtime on our training at all times.” S. Korvacz: “It jest a seat Y would like to take up as well, if vy might consider.” J. Colborn: “Or Royal Inquisitor. So there is nej downtime on our training at all times.” S. Ludovar: “I shall niet place my name to be Lord Handler, again.” S. Ruthern: “Ea ask Boyars put forward their candidates for Lord Handler.” - “Ea shall wait only a moment for vy all to do such.” E. Kortrevich: “The County of Jerovitz nominates Sifra Korvacz of Koppany.” S. Ruthern: “At current is Ser Joakim and Lady Sifra.” - “Any other candidates?” S. Amador: “I'll toss my name in as well. I am, nothing but a humble servant,” - “Da!” S. Ruthern: “A humble servant nonetheless.” J. Colborn: “Dedicated to your heart.” S. Ruthern: “Lady Sifra, ea choose vy as our next Lady Handler.” - “To move quickly though, ea ask congratulations be reserved until Duma is adjourned.” - “Nominations for Royal Inquisitor?” S. Korvacz: “Koppany nominates Ser Joakim for the position of Royal Inquistor.” J. Colborn: “Kazan nominates my kusin Osgod Colborn, and asks any vote to me goes to him.” S. Ruthern: “Any other candidates?” - “Lord Osgod, congratulations on vyr appointment to Royal Inquisitor. As before, please hold congrats till after Duma.” - “Last but niet least. Elections to Aldermen and Grand Maer.” - “It was mea understanding, from what ea saw, that vy ran, Father Alaric?” Father A.: “That is correct, Lord Speaker, for the office of Alderman.” J. Colborn: “Throw me in for Alderman. Throw my Scyfling brodir Milodrag in for Maer.” L. Korvacz: “Y nominate yself for position of Grand Maer.” Father A.: “Can… a Peer hold an Aldermenship?” Father M.: “Father Milodrag throws his skullcap into the ring for Grand Maer!” E. Kortrevich: “Peers cannot, but any members of the nobility can.” Father A.: “Thank vy, I simply misunderstood Ser Joakim's role. Forgive my inquiry.” S. Ruthern: “Considering all that has occurred, and the sudden running ov positions for Grand Maer despite niet making announcements to run prior, it is mea desire to extend the election ov Grand Maer for total fairness to those that desire it.” L. Korvacz: “Da, understood.” S. Ruthern: “However, considering only two have seemed to run for Alderman with zero competition otherwise, ea believe it is proper to allow them their seats, effective immediately.” Father A., M. of Kraken's Watch and J. Colborn all assume their positions of Royal Aldermen, the latter leaving O. Colborn to reassume his position as Boyar representing Malkovya. Alderman J. Colborn: “We've time for a quick petition?” Alderman M. of Kraken's Watch: “I would like to run for Alderman- though I was not able to write a missive in time, and for that you have my apologies.” S. Ruthern: “Considering the special circumstances, that is. If any Boyar takes issue with such, please say so now.” - “… Do any other wish to run for Aldermen?” - “Lady Mara, take vyr seat as Alderman, then.” - “Ea wish to close out this Duma, as it has run exceedingly long as is.” Alderman J. Colborn: “Really quick petition. I will give you a pass on the next training.” S. Korvacz: “Do we niet have Lady van Lueven's bill to still vote upon?” S. Ruthern: “Speak quickly.” - “If the Boyars desire to sit for a moment longer.” Alderman J. Colborn: “I am hungry. It should be made so that each Duma being held a noble house - in rotation - is to cater for the event. The young ones get cranky when nej well fed for hours.” Alderman J. Colborn: “Kazan can cater first for the next sitting.” M. Leuven: “Ea can be brief, if allowed.” Alderman Father A.: “Ea second the motion.” O. Colborn: “I third.” S. Ruthern: “Put that into writing for a bill to vote upon the next Duma, Ser Joakim.” - “Please, go ahead. And da, briefly, please.” M. Leuven: “Ea present a bill to ve Duma to punish trangressions that would weaponize crows against ve idenity of our Kongzem most importantly in politics.” - “They bear importance niet just to our peers ag families, but our religion ag culture.” - “This would niet take in any accounts of youthful misbehavior or learning curves with our children exploring nature or finding birds that are niet so friendly, should any parents be concerned.” - “That es all.” E. Kortrevich: “The County of Jerovitz motions to vote.” Alderman Father A.: “Alderman Valkonen seonds.” S. Ruthern: “Do wea have a second motion to vote?” - “Ah.” O. Colborn: “Colborn thirds.” S. Ruthern: “Wea move to vote.” - “Kvasz?” S. Ruthern: “… Kazan?” O. Colborn: “Yes.” S. Ruthern: “Jerovitz?” E. Kortrevich: “Jerovitz votes aye.” S. Ruthern: “Novkursain?” S. Ruthern: “… Zvezlund?” N. Amador: “Zvezlund votes aye.” S. Ruthern: “Koppany?” S. Korvacz: “Koppany votes da.” S. Ruthern: “Kovgrad?” S. Korvacz: “Abstaining in absence.” S. Ruthern: “Verskaya?” G. Godunov: “Verskaya votes aye.” S. Ruthern: “Furentaliz?” M. Leuven: “Da,” - “Furentaliz votes da.” S. Ruthern: “Alderman Joakim?” Alderman J. Colborn: “Ja.” S. Ruthern: “Alderman Alaric?” Alderman Father A.: “Da.” S. Ruthern: “Alderman Mara?” Alderman M. of Kraken’s Watch: “Aye.” S. Ruthern: “The bill has achieved majority and is passed. Spasibo, vy all.” M. Leuven: “Spasibo everyone.” S. Ruthern: “All that said, considering the time and schedule, niet to mention vyr poor knees… this Duma is adjourned. Elections for Grand Maer shall begin on the Saint's Morrow. Those hoping to run should begin campaigning and making flyers post-haste.” Session adjourned.

THE DUMACRATIC ELECTIONS 550 E.S. FROM THE OFFICE OF THE LADY SPEAKER 8th of JOMA ag UMUND, 549 E.S Starting the next session of His Majesties Royal Duma in the year 551 E.S. a new term of Aldermen and Grand Maer will be put in place to solidify and establish the elected officials terms lengths, those being four sessions of sitting on His Majesty's Royal Duma. All those who wish to run for election are encouraged to begin campaigning amongst the citizenry and proclaim the policies that are intended to be brought before the Duma and implemented on behalf of the common people of New Valdev. All those who wish to run for a seat within the Duma must adhere to the Dumacratic requirements which are outlined in the most recent reforms. Candidates are encouraged to begin their campaigning and advertising prior to the voting process, which will be open beginning on Msitza and Dargund of 550 E.S. Signed, Her Excellency, Tatiyana vas Ruthern Duchess of Vidaus, Countess of Metterden, Viscountess of Greyspine, Baroness of Rostig, Lady of Morteskvan, Lady of Barrows, Protector of the South, Lady Speaker of His Majesties Royal Duma.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 549 E.S. XLVII SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 8 TOV and YERMEY, 549 E.S RECORDED BY LORD HANDLER, SIGMUND LLUDOVAR IN ATTENDANCE: Lady Speaker, Tatiyana vas Ruthern VIDAUS, His Lordship Sigmar var Ruthern, representing KVASZ, His Lordship Sigmund Ludovar, representing, Lord Handler MALKOVYA, The Most Honorable Osgod Colborn KATABANYA, The Right Honorable, Sifrá Korvacz KORAVIA, The Right Honorable, Emma Kortrevich, representing KOVGRAD, The Honorable, Rezalisa Kovachev VERSKAYA, The Honorable, Gavrila Godunov THE GRAND MAER, Rickard Kortrevich ALDERMAN JOHN OF NAU VALDEV ALDERMAN STANISLAV VAR RUTHERN ABSENT: AYR, The Right Honorable, Ruslan Baruch NOVKURSAIN, The Right Honorable, Karl Weiss ZVEZLUND, The Right Honorable, Nerida Amador KOVGRAD, The Honorable, Adelina van Leuven T. Ruthern: “We will begin roll now. . .” - “Vidaus?” S. Ruthern: “Present.” T. Ruthern: “Kvasz?” S. Ludovar: “Present.” T. Ruthern: “Kazan?” O. Colborn: “Present.” T. Ruthern: “Ayr?” T. Ruthern: “. . .Jerovitz?” Adlerman S. Ruthern: “Oopsie present.” E. Kortrevich: “Present….” T. Ruthern: “Novkursain?” T. Ruthern: “-Niet vyr turn, Coz.” T. Ruthern: “Zvezlund?” T. Ruthern: “Koppany?” S. Korvacz: “Present.” T. Ruthern: “Kovgrad?” R. Kovachev: “Present.” T. Ruthern: “Verskaya?” G. Godunov: “Present.” T. Ruthern: “Furentaliz?” T. Ruthern: “Ordak - we've achieved majority. Before we move on to our bill of the session, ea'd like to open the floor to any questions regarding the recent reforms posted the last Saint's evening.” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “Eam present too. Just so vy know.” E. Kortrevich: “. . Thank you, Ricky.” T. Ruthern: “. . .Ea apologise. Royal Aldermen Ruthern.” Adlerman S. Ruthern: “Present.” T. Ruthern: “Royal Aldermen John.” Adlerman J. of Nau Valdev: “Present!” T. Ruthern: “Grand Maer Ricky Dicky. . .” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “Present!” T. Ruthern: “Ea apologise once more, still recovering.” - “Ordak - onto any questions.”- “Ea take that as nie questions then.” - “Well then, we will move on to a bill submitted by our Grand Maer. Lord Ricky if vy will?” Maer R. Kortrevich: “Many of vy will already be accustomed to our own Firr Mahpiya Wakajazi. For those of vy who are niet, he is the owner and operator of the Grand Library of Jahan-Mahpiya on Barbovstriet.”- “He provides a selfless service to our city and asks for nothing in return. He has helped me on numerous occasions for no reimbursement, namely with the copy of the Edict of Separation for the Anniversary festival.” - “Thus ea propose we show him our appreciation for his work and our willingness to aid people of his kind in the future by offering him an exemption on tax for his library.” T. Ruthern: “Ea'll open the floor unmoderated.” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “That's all, vyr Excellency.” O. Colborn: “So why not pay him?” S. Ruthern: “The dobry Firr also assisted or wished to assist in the tour given to the visiting Royals from Numendil, free ov charge and niet expecting anything in return. He is a dobry man, ov great character from mea interactions with him.” - “Would he even allow us to pay him? But a dobry suggestion, in fairness.” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “An exemption on tax for the property he has devoted to educating our peoples ea believe is a more fitting reward. Easier to administer too than having to pay the man repeatedly.” S. Korvacz: “By having him niet pay for the building, wouldn't it simply become like the already public library? Y agree with Lord Colborn, ea think he should be compensated for his work, but we do already have a library.” O. Colborn: “So the property you want to tax-exempt him from is used for public use already?” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “Nie, we do niet. The library is locked as it was never completed.” Adlerman S. Ruthern: “I mean… where? The fact I have to ask shows how little attention it's gotten.” R. Kovachev: “We may even welcome him to make use of that public library,” noted R.. “And offer him the resources to take on aides.” Adlerman S. Ruthern: “I think that's an excellent idea, Lady Kovachev.” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “That is a dobry suggestion.” - “If Firr Wakajazi would be open to it of course.” - “Da, the man has converted the private property into a library and has opened it to the public.” T. Ruthern: “A rather splendid structure if ea do say. . .” She muttered. “Is the Firr present today, Grand Maer?” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “As a compromise, what about an exemption on tax for so long as the public library is niet yet open? I can speak with him in the meantime about taking over control of our city library.” - “Nie, he is niet ea do niet believe.” O. Colborn: “If a building is used for public use then I see no reason why to tax it. But nonetheless the man should be compensated for his work.” T. Ruthern: “Ah-.” - “Lady Palatine if vy will.” Milena Anastasya: “I am needed for a meeting with the Holy See--might the representative for House Ruthern be excused?” - “The Retinue is otherwise indisposed.” T. Ruthern glanced to her brother then. “If he wishes to take his leave ea will allow it.” S. Ruthern would slowly stand. “Da, very well. Excuse mea.” Milena Anastasya: “Spasiba--and dravi, Lady Speaker,” She'd offer curtly, a look offered to Sigmar before she turned offward. T. Ruthern glanced back to the hall. “Let's resume then.” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “Does anyone have anything else to ask pertaining to the suggestion?” E. Kortrevich: “No, Ricky - I believe this is an easy enough vote. I motion to vote.” T. Ruthern: “As vy say, Lady Kortrevich. Do we have a second motion to vote?” S. Ludovar: “I second.” T. Ruthern: “Dobry. . .We'll move to a vote then.” - “Kvasz?” S. Ludovar: “Ai.” T. Ruthern: “Kazan?” O. Colborn: “Yes.” T. Ruthern: “Jerovitz?” E. Kortrevich: “Da.” T. Ruthern: “Koppany.” S. Korvacz: “Da.” T. Ruthern: “Kovgrad?” R. Kovachev: “Yes.” T. Ruthern: “Verskaya?” G. Godunov: “Da.” T. Ruthern: “Royal Alderman Ruthern?” Adlerman S. Ruthern: “I vote da.” T. Ruthern: “Royal Alderman John?” Adlerman J. of Nau Valdev: “As a representative of the illiterate and simple-minded folks of Haense, I must vote nej. A private citizen doesn’t need tax-free status to play librarian.” T. Ruthern: “Grand Maer Ricky Dicky?” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “Da.” T. Ruthern: “The Bill passes and will be pushed to Royal Assent. Are there any words before we end session?” R. Kovachev: “Yes.” T. Ruthern: “The floor is vyr's, Baroness.” R. Kovachev: “A simple warning, one I intend to publish a letter on shortly with more information. There are Warlocks who seek to target livestock across the Kingdom; specifically goats - due to their symbolic ties of their infernal worship.”- “Trust no riders who seek to question your care for them, should any be kept around your holds - specifically a man named Ren.” - “I witnessed the conclusion of their efforts, when demonic imps descended from the stormy sky to tear my barn apart and make off with a good number of my goats.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo for vyr warning, Baroness. It is something we all must keep in mind in our journeys and to ensure our protection of our livestock.” - “We will anticipate vyr publishment readily.” Adlerman J. of Nau Valdev: “Cultists stealing goats… just what this city needed.” R. Kovachev: “This ought to fall in line with my other warning, referring to the 'Crow-King' which sought to invade my halls - I would hope it's been seen.” Grand Maer R. Kortrevich: “Oh nie. . . What of the goat milk supply though? By Godan, do we still have goat milk!?” O. Colborn: “We still have goat milk don't worry.” T. Ruthern: “Vy must keep vyr goat's safe to ensure vyr supply, Lord Ricky.” Erik Otto Kortrevich: “Nothing will happen to the Koravian Goats herd.” E. Kortrevich: “Apologies, Lady Speaker - I have diplomatic business in Urguan.” Erik Otto Kortrevich: “I'll be taking the seat for Her Excellency, Lady Speaker.” T. Ruthern: “Before we close this session, ea wish to give thanks to all elected officials who have sat for many years in their seats.” - “This will be the final session and elections will commence in the coming Saint's year.” T. Ruthern: “Da, that is fine. We are just wrapping up.” -“Ea ask vy all to applaud our Aldermen and Maer for their work and give then vyr thanks.” E. Kortrevich: “The Haeseni delegation is departing for Urguan shortly!” T. Ruthern: “And with that - we will end our session here. Spasibo for vyr time - ea must be off.” Session adjourned.

Issued by the Office of the Lady Speaker 7th of Joma ag Umund 545 E.S. Va Birdodeo Herzenav, In light of recent events which have brought impact unto the Kongzem, it is with the right of my position to call upon the members of His Majesties Royal Duma - the peers of our realm and those elected, to attend an emergency session in place of His Majesties Court. Information on the nature of the session will be provided once the session is called to order. Peers should summon a representative of their house to sit in their stead should they be unable to attend. A transcript of the session will be published prior to the sessions completion. Her Excellency, Tatiyana Josefina vas Ruthern Duchess of Vidaus, Countess of Metterden, Viscountess of Greyspine, Baronness of Rostig, Lady of Morteskvan, Lady of Barrows, Protector of the South, Lady Speaker of Hanseti-Ruska.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 543 E.S. XLVII SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 8 TOV and YERMEY, 543 E.S RECORDED AND ANNOTATED BY S. Ludovar IN ATTENDANCE: VIDAUS, Her Grace Tatiyana Ruthern, Lady Speaker KVASZ, His Lordship Sigmund Ludovar representing, Lord Handler AYR, The Right Honorable, Rosie Baruch representing MALKOVYA, His Lordship Joakim Colborn representing NOVKURSAIN, His Lordship Marus Weiss representing ZVEZLUND, The Honorable Nerida Amador KORAVIA, The Honorable Emma Kortrevich VERSKAYA, Her Ladyship Gavrila Godunov KOVGRAD, Her Ladyship Rezalisa Kovachev THE GRAND MAER, Rickard Kortrevich ALDERMAN JOHN OF NAU VALDEV ALDERMAN STANISLAV VAR RUTHERN ALDERMAN HADEON VALKONEN ABSENT: KATABANYA, His Lordship Alekszej Korvacz, Royal Inquisitor ALDERWOMAN ADELINA VAN LEUVEN T. Ruthern: “We will get onto the bill presented by Boyar Weiss. If vy will, Herzen.” M. Weiss: “Ea am here to present the bill which would give mercy to those who have been cursed or deformed to look like devils. Currently, by law, all creatures of an infernal origin are considered Abominations. Often is it the case that these people are then attacked, harmed or discriminated against freely.” - “However, we are a powerful kongzem, with strong people and good morals. It is not an uncommon sentiment that those attacked or afflicted by the Shadow are victims: People who have little say in their state, and suffer for it. Ea believe this to be the case with cursed peoples.” - “Some may not give this a second thought when they look to these people who appear so much different than us - but it should not go unnoticed that far too many have had no control. They are treated as if they are beasts to be hunted for sport and valour, as repulsive for their very existence, and as if they are slaves to the curse which has harmed them. Many of these people are simply born this way through no fault of their own, but face a life of suffering and condemnation nonetheless. Ea find this to be a tragedy.”- “However, we can now change this starting with this bill: The first step to recognizing our likenesses, ag niet our differences.” He concluded, grimacing for a moment at the horse, which gave him pause, “Ea… ea would like to request that we politely take turns given the topic at hand. This… concludes ea speech. Any questions?” S. Ruthern: “I have a question, Good Weiss,” T. Ruthern: “A moderated debate will be had, da. All Boyars raise vyr hands if vy wish to speak. . .Stanis may go first, da. T. Ruthern: Kovgrad second and so on. . . S. Ruthern: “You say the cursed children have no choice regarding their deformity - but what of the anamorphic druids we allow in?” - “I have seen one deformed with bird's feets, claws, and wings for arms… And I have heard of one with spider legs shooting out from their back.” S. Ruthern: “Are these cursed children more harmful than these monstrous druii we permit to walk our city? Or, how do they compare?” M. Weiss: “The cursed are a little different to the druids we allow in. They are all different in appearance only, and are free to choose their own paths as any one of us are. Of course, the druids choose how they appear, ag we still allow them entrance. Yet, the cursed do niet.” - “Ea see little reason to allow the druids greater freedoms when they have the choice over those that do niet.” S. Ruthern: “That's… very strange, da.” - “I did not realize the druid chose to warp themselves so, against God's image.” T. Ruthern: “Kovgrad.” - “And then Kortrevich.” S. Ruthern: “Spasiba for the clarification,” R. Kovachev: “. . I would like to add further comment to this Bill, and speak on why I've signed on to support it,” - “I've been raised on the values of The White Comet, and studied well on the struggle between the Light and the Dark; the true dangers that seek to invade our world.” - “Those who are cursed against their will are truly victims; tainted by the Shadow - and left at risk to be consumed wholly by it. The Shadows wish for us to act in fear, to cling to hatred; to ask no questions - and see us harming each other. For it is in this chaos and confusion that they thrive, and leech off of our communities like parasites.” - “The Patriarch of Jorenus; Villorik has fought against the Dark tirelessly. So much so, that assassins are sent to silence his efforts in rooting out the true evil. He's taken on the aid of those who are Cursed, and goes against the wishes of the Dark. Defies their plans. I would see him comment on this - to prove that there is no sin in treating these victims with mercy.” T. Ruthern: “We will move on to Krusev followed by Verskaya. . .Vy may speak now, Herzen.” R. Kovachev: “. . Will the Patriarch not be permitted a word, Lady Speaker?” T. Ruthern: “When we finish our turn order he may.” N. Kortrevich: “Ea have a statement te read on behalf of Lady Emma Kortrevich, in favour of the changes.” - “'The cursed children are often misunderstood and feared, as we all know. Let it be known, however, that they bear a burden that is not of their own making. Their curse was imposed upon them by forces beyond their control. These children are innocent of any wrongdoing and should niet be condemned for a condition they did neit choose. Instead of punishment or scorn, they deserve our compassion and understanding.” N. Kortrevich: “They struggle daily with the consequences of a curse that they neither sought nor desired. Their plight is a reminder that curses do niet define character, and their true nature is found in how they endure and rise above their affliction.'” - “That is all.” T. Ruthern: “Verskaya and then Malkovya.” G. Godunov: “I have also signed on in support of this change, and I would wish to add further comment as to why…” - “. . . As a lady of a darker complexion, I have had the word ”foreigner“, and other terms not as kind, slung at me countless times. I will admit, it fills one with anger, and hurt, undirected as it be, to be told that you do not belong in your own home. This is but a minimized experience to that of the cursed children- called beasts, abominations, and far worse. Hunter for sport- can you imagine?” - “Those cursed are stained by an infernal plight, by the Shadow, as the Baroness Kovachev puts it. They struggle daily against the hatred the world levies upon them, for no reason but for why, the choices- the sins, that those before them made? It is unjust. Children are born pure- untainted. It is the darkness of the world that shapes them. Hate only begets more hate, and without a guiding hand of good, this hurt embroils into anger, into darkness, and evil. The true blight is the hatred that brews.” - “We are a powerful Kongzem. We have strong people, and strong morals, and we are proud.” - “We have a power, here, to extend a branch of compassion to those who are less fortunate. We have a power to quench hate at the root. The cursed children struggle to rise above their plight, and with compassion shown, we give them that extra pull they need.” - “That is all.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo, mea lady - we will move on to Malkovya and then Ayr.” - “If ea missed vyr hand, please inform mea once more.” J. Colborn: “Amaya cared for one of these cursed children. We all know what followed. I, and my kin of Colborn, are the first to say the actions of the parents is nej a fault on the child. That is a standard we have upheld since our founding. But I ask you-” - “What will you do to ensure the past actions of cursed born does nej happen again?” S. Ludovar: “I had my hand raised.” R. Kortrevich: “Can ea ask that if anyone shares the same sentiment as the one's we've already had that we move on to differing points of view. If there are any.” M. Weiss: “As is ea stance, as many share here, the choices of the cursed born are there own. Why should we judge them as a whole for the actions of a few?” - “Would vy have it that we behead all people of a club foot, if a group of club-footed peoples murdered a man? Would vy banish elves if they murdered another? Ag what of orcs - a constant trouble - yet we still allow them through our gates.” - “We canniet foolproof the future of all crime.” - “But we can take the time to teach ag guide ag niet reject these people from such a young age that they become damaged.” S. Ruthern: “Huh- the orcs, that's true….” He murmured, unable to find an argument there. J. Colborn: “To ensure bandits do nej get in, we man the gates and walls. To ensure our treasury flourishes, we have dedicated scribes to navigate the files. But if a cursedborn comes to the city, how do we prevent them from causing harm again? Do we nej allow them jobs inside the palace? Or prevent them from taking arms?” T. Ruthern: “The Grand Maer makes a point.” - “All those who share differing views keep vyr hands raised, the others ea will have lower theirs.” J. Colborn: “I have fought many darkspawn. As the young duchess has, as Villorik has. They are sneaky, and will do anything they can to drop your guard and stab you from behind. I am nej a fan of them slipping into places those of the past should never have been allowed. My point stands with His and Her Majesty's point on them. Discrimination is nej in the book of Colborn, but safety of our sworn brodirs of Barbanov is.” Milena Anastasya: “I shall speak my differing view at the end, Speaker,” M. Weiss: “Ea believe vy have avoided the point. Ea would be opposed to means which cause harm ag rejection though if it is necessary to bar such things, perhaps we should.” - “However, ea would draw vyr attention to our current koeng, ag his snow orc. These creatures are niet known for their kindness, ag yet he guards the koeng well. He is good ag beloved - but we still reject the cursed?” - “Niet all are as those who have visited us before, Lord Colborn. There will be good ones, too.” J. Colborn: “We can nej trust them to nej be spies of their inferi parents. They have been attempting everything to bring down our walls.” R. Kovachev: “Not many years ago, folk were motion to ban all orcs from the capital . .” M. Weiss: “Ag yet perhaps they could aid us too, in the same regard.” T. Ruthern: “We will move on. . .Ayr if vy have a differing opinion from the Lord Weiss - if niet, then Kvasz.” R. Baruch: “We've been kind to these cursed beings before. We've shown them mercy, and welcomed them,” she recounts, stern gaze sliding across the room. “And what have we lost for it? A beloved Queen- and the Countess of Ayr, my sister, savagely burned on the burned on the very hand she offered out, to name but a few.” - “Perhaps some of them are innocent- but all of our children are innocent, and should be kept from the very chance of harm. Are we to prioritize strangers- infernal strangers, fundamentally tainted - over our own families? Are we not to take these losses as lessons?” M. Weiss: “Ag yet, we have lost many people to many things. We did niet cast aside those of wars we have fought, nor those who have acted in delusions of the mind - we grant them mercy, too. Ea see this as little different.” - “Moreover, vy make an assumption that our own will never be harmed by this curse.” J. Colborn: “You make the assumption the cursedborn will nej hurt our own as they have in the past.” R. Kovachev: “As long as this law stands as is, the Shadows may easily turn us against one another by targeting our own and cursing us. Would a child of Light be condemned as wicked, after being struck by Shadow?” M. Weiss: “… Since when did ea say that?” - “It is strength to be able to still show mercy in the face of hardship. This is why we accept the trials God tests us with, is it niet?” J. Colborn: “You assume they are innocent, ja? Then that is to assume. I simply point out that you accuse the young Baruch of assumption that you, yourself do as well.” M. Weiss: “Niet. Ea said they choose their own paths. - But a child - all children are innocent.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo Lady Baruch - we move on to Kvasz.” S. Ludovar: “Spasiba. Many here speak of these cursed children as victims. Victims they may be, but they are still cursed. Darkness runs through their veins, and we cannot afford to be blinded by sympathy. We cannot afford to show pity for something that can threaten the safety of Kongzem.” - “So my question is simple, what does the High Pontiff say of this bill? Not Villorik, not the White Comet, what does the Church think of this bill?” M. Weiss: “Ea would like to remind those in attendance we are all cursed.” He spoke them, gravely. “Just because the curses of the deceiver are niet visible upon our face does niet make it different.” S. Ruthern: “Oh *bleep*-” T. Ruthern: “The bard may niet.” - “This is a session of his Majesties Duma, niet a tavern bar.” J. Colborn: “The curse of Iblees does nej outweigh the Blessings of GOD to sit with our ancestors in the Seven Skies.” M. Weiss: “So why should the blessing of God mean less to a Cursed person?” - “Who are we to determine that?” T. Ruthern: “Cease-!” - “The next person to speak out of turn will be removed from the hall.” S. Ludovar: “Isn't our curse simply a lifespan?” - “A curse of dark magic that can cause actual harm is a true dark curse. And I shall not be for a bill that can threaten the safety of our people.” - “But vy did niet answer my question I believe. What does the High Pontiff of the Holy Church of Canon think of such a bill like this?” T. Ruthern: “Ea will allow the Patriarch to weigh in followed by the Prinzenas Milena. After that ea will put the bill to vote - we are speaking in circles at this rate.” - “The opinion of the Church. . .If the Pontiff has offered his opinion on the matter prior or lately?” Villorik: “A general comment on the matter?” - “'Tis not a question easily answered.” - “My late lord Caius - Skies keep his soul - bid them banned from all Canondom, after the demons known as Laelia and Sermi murdered Blessed Amaya.”- “We knew little of the Curseborn back then.” - “Their nature, their origins.” - “My lord Caius' decree was born as a defensive protocol, until we had gleaned this truth.” - “ … Marus,” he called, then, visor sliding. “Is it your bond with Leoni that has born this motion?” M. Weiss: “… If ea am to be honest, Dame Leoni is where ea first learned of the plight of the cursedborn. Her capture of Sermi painted a very grey picture of justice. However, ea must also state that since her ea have met many more peoples of that are Cursed, ag ea have grown a heart for their plight all too large.” Villorik: “Do you know what has become of Leoni?” M. Weiss: “…Ai, ea know.” Villorik: “ … I have met six Curseborn throughout my time on this earth.” - “Four of them, the White Comet hunted as servants of the Shadow.” - “ … Even so,” - “I do not think them evil by nature - only that the circumstances of their birth estrange them from the Light, and we who walk within it.” T. Ruthern: “So vyr opinion differs from the Pontiff's?” Villorik: “Hmph. The current? You would have to ask him. I know not.” - “As for my lord Caius, by whose writ this ban was wrought … I spoke as to its nature.” T. Ruthern: “Prior Pontifical decree, then. It has niet changed since?” Villorik: “It was a defensive mandate, back when their brood first became known to us.” - “It has not.” T. Ruthern: “That answers vyr inquirey, da Lord Ludovar?” Villorik: “Even so, I would lend my support to this bill. Alas, it is with caution their ilk must be treated. Not discrimination, but caution.” - “Only through compassion can one be weened from the Shadow.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo, aedypapej. . .” - “And we will finish off the discussion with the Prinzenas Milena.” S. Ludovar: “In a way.” Milena Anastasya: “To begin…I do infact agree with the words of the Patriarch. I do niet believe these cursed folk inherently evil. However, we speak of children as if they do niet eventually grow into adulthood. And these curseborn will forever have one foot concealed in the shadows that their demonic maker's hide within.” - “I announce to vy all today--that Nataya Rykov was murdered in cold blood, brought to our city gates by one of those infernal lords.” Milena Anastasya: “A woman vy all have known--in friendship or passing.” S. Ruthern: “What?!” Milena Anastasya: “Her own child, equally innocent--taken.” Villorik: “ … How … do you know this?” Milena Anastasya: “I put this question to vyr minds--shall we risk the chance brought on by emotions of the heart, to welcome uncertainty? We do niet need, perhaps, deem these accursed folk guilty. But the law aught, at the very least, still be made so we might be wisely wary.” Villorik: “ … Then … it may be time.” Milena Anastasya: “Children grow into adults, my lords and ladies of the Duma. And it is a long road between then and now, where they might be influenced.” - “As for how I know….” - “I am Lady Emissar of the kongzem. And it is my duty to remain informed, for the safety of all in this room, and in this realm.” Villorik: “ … Then perhaps I ought to inform you of something in turn, Lady Emissar.” Milena Anastasya: “If the Lady Speaker will allow,” T. Ruthern: “We will move to a vote. . .Though ea wish for a prayer for the Firress Nataya to be spoken first. Vy both may share vyr information after the session ends.” R. Kovachev: “Lady Speaker- please. The Cardinal may have vital information.” Rezalisa was tense, her eyes desperate upon the helmed man. N. Amador: “Ea must agree with the Lady Kovachev, mea Lady Speaker.” M. Weiss: “Will we refuse them the chance to speak when more is there to be said?” Erik Otto Kortrevich: “The Patriarch will have his response, Lady Speaker.” T. Ruthern: “Make it quick.” Villorik: “There is an Infernal Lord in Haense.” J. Colborn: “Is it related to the life pit we closed?” T. Ruthern: “Do niet drag it out, Patriarch. Speak it.” Villorik: “ … Hmph. I say this, spoken here and now, as a vow alone.” - “I have known of this Demon for some time, and he has gone unslain … for he will return for death. It is for this reason I have sought out the Sword of Jophiael, but the House Weiss remains clueless as to its whereabouts.” - “Alas, I can wait no longer. I believe he is responsible for the curses that sweep this land, and may well have had a hand in Nataya's death.” - “More than that … Amaya was killed on his orders.” J. Colborn: “Lot of word-playing here, Villorik.” Villorik: “I intend to hunt him on this night, Lady Speaker. Alas, I cannot speak his name until the deed is done.” - “ … He has a hostage.” N. Amador: “Who is he?!” Erik Otto Kortrevich: “Okay I regret that - go to a vote please.” T. Ruthern: “. . .And this pertains to the bill, how?” R. Kortrevich: “This session got wild.” Milena Anastasya: “Then, Lady Speaker, I would ask before we vote--that we instead determine to await this bill's consideration until the conclusion of the Patriarch's investigation.” Villorik: “If you do not know how an Infernal Lord in our realm relates to a bill on those who may serve the Infernal, then I bid you join me for meditation on the matter.” E. Kortrevich: “There are children in question,” - “Children that can be swayed from this path, no?” M. Weiss: “We should niet wait.” R. Kovachev: “This Infernal Lord seeks to corrupt us, and twist those we shut out to his whims!” - “Those who are harmed and left behind to fester by the Light, and are only taken by the Dark!” E. Kortrevich: “We cannot wait, lest they fall into his grip,” she says, tipping her chin towards Reza in agreeance. J. Colborn: “Why are you now sharing this information?” R. Kortrevich: “Ea now feel less qualified to vote da or nie than ea did before we started.” Milena Anastasya: “These children are already touched by this Infernal Lord, Lady Kortrevich.” S. Ludovar: “With an Infernal Lord being said to reside in Haense. It is clear that this ban on cursed children should remain.” Milena Anastasya: “They will niet be harmed--but I would niet welcome them into our city until this lord is vanquished.” M. Weiss: “Are vy niet in understanding? With an infernal Lord in our realm, his victims here have grown.” J. Colborn: “Motion to vote.” T. Ruthern: “We will go to a vote.” - “Say da or nie when vyr title is called.” E. Kortrevich: “Where are they to go, if not into the light? Is it not up to us to guide them to righteousness?” - “We ought to have some compassion!” T. Ruthern: “SHUT UP AND LET US VOTE!” S. Ludovar: “And as Lady Milena said, these cursed children will grow up. They will not stay children forever. And they will eventually, could eventually, cause harm to our people.” T. Ruthern: “Vidaus votes niet-.” - “Kvasz?” S. Ludovar: “Niet.” T. Ruthern: “Malkovya?” J. Colborn: “Nej.” T. Ruthern: “Ayr?” R. Baruch: “Nie.” T. Ruthern: “Novkursain?” M. Weiss: “Ai.” T. Ruthern: “Zvezlund?” N. Amador: “Da.” R. Kortrevich: “Can we legally do this if the Pontiff has outlawed them and it's niet been overturned?” T. Ruthern: “Krusev?” E. Kortrevich: “House Kortrevich votes da.” T. Ruthern: “Kovgrad?” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” T. Ruthern: “Verskaya?” G. Godunov: “Da.” T. Ruthern: “Grand Maer?” R. Kortrevich: “Ea abstain. If it's a mandate of the church that they niet be allowed, we follow canon law. Vy would be better petitioning His Holiness and the Curia.” T. Ruthern: “Alderman Ruthern?” S. Ruthern: “The Patriarch had the right of it- approach with caution, not with hatred. I vote yes,” T. Ruthern: “Alderman Valkonen?” H. Valkonen: “Da..” T. Ruthern: “Ordak-!” - “The bill. . .Passes! It will now be sent to his Majesty. Session dismissed.” Session adjourned.

ALDERMEN ELECTIONS 540 E.S. FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 12 TOV and YERMEY, 540 E.S PENNED BY HER EXCELLENCY TATIYANA VAS RUTHERN Starting the next session of His Majesties Royal Duma in the year 541 E.S. a new term of Aldermen and Alderwomen will be put in place to solidify and establish the elected officials terms limits, those being six sessions as is established for the Grand Maer of New Valdev. All those who wish to run for election are encouraged to begin campaigning amongst the citizenry and proclaim the policies that are intended to be brought before the Duma and implemented on behalf of the common people of New Valdev. In order to be considered for election, a candidate must appear before the Royal Duma and nominate themselves while giving a brief introduction on their background and policies before the sitting Boyard of the Duma will vote to elect the nominated candidates. Signed, Her Excellency, Tatiyana vas Ruthern Duchess of Vidaus, Countess of Metterden, Viscountess of Greyspine, Baroness of Rostig, Lady of Morteskvan, Lady of Barrows, Protector of the South, Lady Speaker of His Majesties Royal Duma.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 539 E.S. XLVII SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 12 TOV and YERMEY, 539 E.S RECORDED AND ANNOTATED BY HER EXCELLENCY TATIYANA VAS RUTHERN IN ATTENDANCE: VIDAUS, Her Grace Tatiyana vas Ruthern, KVASZ, His Lordship Sigmund Ludovar representing AYR, The Right Honorable, Maira Baruch MALKOVYA, The Right Honorable Osgod Colborn NOVKURSAIN, The Honorable Karl Weiss ZVEZLUND, The Honorable Henrik Amador KORAVIA, The Honorable Emma Kortrevich VERSKAYA, Her Ladyship Galina Godunov KOVGRAD, Her Ladyship Rezalisa Kovachev KATABANYA, His Lordship Alekszej Korvacz THE GRAND MAER, RICKARD KORTREVICH ALDERMAN SER CASPIAN COLBORN ALDERMAN HADEON VALKONEN H. Amador: “The faces in this hall have changed much, from when I first took the bulava. Many of vy sit where vyr fathers or mothers did, before vy. Some of vy sit in new seats entirely.” H. Amador: “Tides change,” - “A prince becomes a king. A betrothed,” one hand moves upwards, to the balcony, “becomes a queen. And it is the duty of the agin' to know when to move out of the way of progress.” H. Amador: “This hall is a sacred one, and deserves a Speaker with a voice nae wracked with the smoke of wars vy lot know in history.” - “All to say - with the blessing of the Crown, and in the light of their good reign, it is time - at last - I resign.” A. Korvacz: “Spasiba for vyr service, Viscount Henrik, vy have done wonderfull as Lord Speaker.” H. Amador: “Aye. It's time for young hands to take this Bulava.” - “The first order of the Hall's business shall be the election of vyr Speaker, as conducted by the Palatine. Thank vy for the honor of these last years.” E. Kortrevich: “Before I start I'd like to thank Lord Amador for his many years of dobry service as Lord Speaker, and I wish him a comfortable retirement. The chair now invites for the hall to nominate candidates for Speaker. Vy can nominate vyrself as well.” H. Amador: “Zvezlund nominates Tatiyana vas Ruthern.” S. Ludovar: “Kvasz nominates myself, Sigmund Ludovar.” R. Kovachev: “Kovgrad seconds this nomination of Tatiyana Ruthern!” E. Kortrevich: “I remind everyone that vy have to elect a sitting boyar.” E. Kortrevich: “The Duchess Ruthern and Heir to Kvasz. Are there any other candidates? Nie? Very well then.” E. Kortrevich: “The chair opens the two candidates for opening statements, then we shall move to a debate.” - “Vidaus, vy have the floor.” T. Ruthern: “Herzen's and Aldermen. . .”- “Since mea youth ea have served the Kongzem in a variety of ways - mea main wardship being under Herzen Amador. And since then ea have served as vyr Lady Handler for many years and it has been a privilege. Ea hope vy may all take in to account mea passion for the Royal Duma and mea commitment for all the past years when vy consider mea nomination and bid for the next Lord Speaker. Spasibo.” E. Kortrevich: “Lady Speaker for vy” - “Kvasz.” S. Ludovar: “Lords, Ladies, and Aldermen of the Royal Duma. I stand before vy today not merely as a representative of my noble house, but as a dedicated servant of the Koengdom, one deeply committed to the principles of justice, transparency, and the prosperity of Haense. I humbly present my case for why I am the most suitable candidate for the position of Lord Speaker.” R. Kortrevich: “Koengdom is a new one. . .” S. Ludovar: “Since taking on the mantle of representing my family in the Royal Duma, I have diligently worked to advance numerous legislative bills, each aimed at strengthening the foundation of our great Koengdom. These include critical measures to protect our holy relics, reinstating the ruleset for Aldermen and women, and modernizing our laws to reflect the changing times. My recent proposal, which is to be presented later, aims to update the names of bastards, thus incorporating the new families into Haense. This demonstrates my commitment to inclusivity and justice.” S. Ludovar: “If granted the privilege to be Lord Speaker, my foremost goal would be to ensure that the Duma becomes a beacon of transparency and an arena where the voices of all our people are heard. I pledge not to represent personal opinions but to be the voice of the people, to listen earnestly to the concerns and ideas of Duma members, and to facilitate open and honest discussions. By doing so, we can collectively identify and implement improvements within our chambers, ensuring that our governance is truly reflective of the will of the people.” S. Ludovar: “Our laws must evolve to meet the needs of our Koengdom. I will ensure that passed legislation, once approved by the Koeng, is promptly and accurately incorporated into our legal framework. This dedication to maintaining up-to-date laws will provide clarity and stability, reinforcing the rule of law throughout Haense.” S. Ludovar: “In my service, I have observed the importance of accountability. My concerns regarding the current lack of representation in the absence of the Lord Speaker during Aulic meetings highlight a crucial gap. My papej, who served as Deputy Treasurer at the time, often represented the Lord Treasurer in the majority of these meetings. Through him, I learned that the Royal Duma has not been appropriately represented. Furthermore, under previous Koengs, there has been a lack of accountability for Aulic members. If made Speaker, I shall prioritize filling the position of Royal Inquisitor, ensuring that Aulic members are called upon to the Royal Duma to be questioned when necessary and that true accountability is met.” S. Ludovar: “The role of Lord Speaker is not merely a position of authority but a responsibility to lead with vision and integrity. My vision for the Duma is one where every noble feels their voice matters, where legislative processes are streamlined and efficient, and where the Koengdom’s progress is driven by well-debated and sound policies. By fostering a culture of mutual respect and collaboration, I will guide the Duma to new heights of effectiveness and honor.” S. Ludovar: “In conclusion, my dedication to legislative excellence, commitment to transparency, insistence on up-to-date laws, and unwavering pursuit of accountability and vision for a more inclusive and effective Duma uniquely position me to serve as vyr Lord Speaker. Together, let us forge a brighter future for Haense, where our governance is as noble as our heritage.” E. Kortrevich: “. . . Spasiba Lord Ludovar. . .” S. Ludovar: “That is all, spasiba.” E. Kortrevich: “The chair opens for unmoderated debate. Then we shall move to a vote.” R. Kortrevich: “Motion to vote.” H. Amador: “-Ruthern's been a ward a'the Duma since before my time. She was a damn dutiful student then, and a dutiful one now.” A. Korvacz: “Y would like to ask her Grace Tatiyana her thoughts on the position of Royal Inquistor before moy move to vote.” H. Amador: “Few others know and love this hall as she does.” E. Kortrevich: “I will allow any questions to be answered by either of the candidates.” R. Kovachev: “Lady Tatiyana has dedicated much time to supporting the previous Lord Speaker and serving as his ward,” - “There is much passion to you, however - but. . I've a thought of doubt, if I might say. To be a Speaker requires unabashed speaking to the Crown; to take the bold steps to counter its thoughts.” T. Ruthern: “. . .Ea have also represented the Lord Speaker in Aulic meetings as the Lord Palatine can attest to.” - “The Royal Inquisitor is a position that has long been left out of the Royal Duma and in past talks with Herzen Kortrevich ea have expressed mea wish to fill such position by giving it to an eager and fearless boyar of the Duma so that it may once again riseto its former notoriety.” R. Kovachev: “From what I've seen of your Household in our Hervenvrest meetings, when pressed by the Late King and Queen of our thoughts on treaties - Ludovar was quick to dismiss established thoughts in Duma in their favor.” A. Korvacz: “That jest all from Y.” E. Kortrevich: “Are there any other questions? If niet, is there a second to the Grand Maer's motion to vote?” S. Ludovar: “Lady Rezalisa, I will remind vy that I was quite young. After that meeting, the late Palatine Ivo, who I was a ward under educated me the importance of combating decisions made by the Crown. Not only this, in my long speech, to which I apologize for. I had stated that if made Speaker, my views will be that of the Duma. There will be representation and transperancy to it. Though I must respond to Lady Ruthern, regarding the Royal Inquisitior position.” R. Kovachev: “Of course. . Age is an important facet to consider,” she mused thoughtfully as she looked upon the Ludovar. “It is an assuring thing to see you acknowledge this, however.” S. Ludovar: “There has been great Speakers that were young.” - “Lady Ruthern, vy said that vy spoke with Kortrevich about the position of Royal Inquisitior for a long while. My questioin is, how come as Lady Handler, vy did not advise the now previous Speaker on filling the seat?” H. Amador: “There was na position,” - “It was t'be determined by the Crown n'Crown alone. I advised its fillin' twice if nae thrice.” S. Ludovar: “That is niet true..” He'd look to his notes to gather the document. R. Kortrevich: “Ea reassert mea motion to vote. Please, by Godan, someone second it.” R. Kovachev: “I second!” H. Amador: “I assure vy it was. The position was, as writ in Ivan's laws, abolished - reverted to a position a'the court.” A. Korvacz: “Thirded by Katabanya.” H. Amador: “Ivo himself advised me on the matter.” E. Kortrevich: “I will fourth that motion,” E. Kortrevich: “The Crown motions to vote. We move to vote” T. Ruthern: “Vidaus.” O. Colborn: “Lady Ruthern.” S. Ludovar: “Kvasz.” R. Kortrevich: “Vidaus.” M. Baruch: “Kvasz.” H. Amador: “Vidaus.” K. Weiss: “Kvasz.” E. Kortrevich: “Vidaus.” G. Godunov: “Vidaus.” Alekszej Korvacz: “Vidaus.” R. Kovachev: “Vidaus!” C. Colborn: “Vidaus.” H. Valkonen: “Kvasz.” R. Kortrevich: “Vidaus.” E. Kortrevich: “In a close elections. . . Vidaus has 9 votes, kvasz has 5. Lady Ruthern has been elected by the Duma as Lady Speaker Elect, with the approval of the Palatial Office. Vyr Majesty.” - “Vyr Confirmation, Koenas?” Juliya of Reinmar: “Sounds correct!” R. Kortrevich: “There's only thirteen people on the duma right now. . .” E. Kortrevich: “Lady Ruthern has been confirmed by the Crown as LADY SPEAKER. Vyr Excellency, take the chair. The next on the agenda is the elections for Handler of the realm.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo, Majesty. It is an honour.” A. Korvacz: “House Korvacz would like to nominate the Honorable Emma Kortrevich for Lady Handler, should she accept.” S. Ludovar: “Well, I shall put my name in for Handler.” E. Kortrevich: “I accept your nomination, Lord of Katabanya.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo for vyr eagerness, Baron. Da. . .Are there any other nominations for Handler besides the Lady Emma and Lord Ludovar?” T. Ruthern: “Nie?” - “Ordak. Lady Emma will vy give us a brief introduction on vyr intentions for Handler?” E. Kortrevich: “I'll admit - the public nomination had, ah, surprised me quite a bit.” - “I wish to ensure that the Kingdom continues to thrive - that its true and honest governance is unimpeded. As many of you know, I organized the Hospital of Saint Amyas. I wish to offer forth my organizational skills to the people of the Duma, and to ensure its continued prosperity. That is all - spasibo.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo Lady Emma. . .And now onto the Lord Ludovar - a brief introduction if vy would like?” S. Ludovar: “Think I stated it quite clearly in my long winded introduction from earlier.” T. Ruthern: “As vy say, Herzen.” S. Ludovar: “Kvasz.” O. Colborn: “Kvaz.” M. Baruch: “…Kvasz.” K. Weiss: “Kvasz.” H. Amador: “Krusev.” E. Kortrevich: “Krusev.” R. Kovachev: “Kvasz.” G. Godunov: “Krusev.” C. Colborn: “Kvasz.” H. Valkonen: “Kvasz.” R. Kortrevich: “Kvasz.” T. Ruthern: “Dobry. . . Lord Sigmund is now our elected Lord Handler.” T. Ruthern: “Now onto Royal Inquisitor. . .Any nominations?” E. Kortrevich: “The Crown nominates the Baron of Katabanya.” O. Colborn: “I would like to nominate myself.” T. Ruthern: “To clarify - The Royal Inquisitor is a position which assists in maintaining our Aulic Members and elected officials in their prestige and exceptionalism. Last chance for further nominations. . .” T. Ruthern: “Ordak-! Boron Alekszej is now appointed as Royal Inquisitor. See mea after the session is concluded, Herzen.” A. Korvacz: “Lord Osgod nominated himself.” T. Ruthern: “Ah. . .Spasibo.”- “As the Royal Inquisitor is niet an elected position, it is up to the Speaker to decide. On this day ea will accept Lord Alekszej's nomination and appoint him as the Royal Inquisitor.” A. Korvacz: “Spasiba, Vyr Excellency, Y look forward to such.” T. Ruthern: “Now onto the agenda. . .Ea believe we only have one Bill today and it is the Lord handler's to introduce. Lord Ludovar if vy will?” S. Ludovar: “Ai, this bill is rather simple. It simply includes the new noble families of Haense through recent decades to the list of bastard names. Given to those that are born out of wedlock.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo. . .Any questions for the Lord Handler? The floor is open.” R. Kovachev: “I motion to an immediate vote.” A. Korvacz: “Seconded, nie questions, straightforward e dobry bill.” T. Ruthern: “Ordak - right to voting. Vidaus votes da.” S. Ludovar: “Ai.” K. Weiss: “Da.” M. Baruch: “Aye.” K. Weiss: “Da.” H. Amador: “Da.” O. Colborn: “Da from Malkovya.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Georgina: “Aye.” A. Korvacz: “Da.” C. Colborn: “Aye!” H. Valkonen: “Da.” R. Kortrevich: “Da.” T. Ruthern: “Dobry! The Bill has passed. . .” T. Ruthern: “Ea believe the Grand Maer has an announcement to make before we conclude the session. . .Lord Ricky?” R. Kortrevich: “Lord Ricky Dicky is fine too. Ea, in mean role as a member of His Majesty's Duma and as the new Royal Curator wish to remind the people that we are in need for suggestions to be presented to the Crown as to what monikers the two late monarchs, King Ivan and Queen Nataliya should be remembered by. These will of course be passed along to His Majesty for his final decision but it is always dobry to scout around for the best suited and multiple for the museum.” R. Kortrevich: “It would be extremely helpful for some suggestions to be made at the next sitting of the Duma. That's all. Lady Speaker.” T. Ruthern: “And so it will be discussed next session - spasibo Maer Ricky Dicky.” - “Session dismissed-! Lord Alekszej and Lord Ludovar please come see mea before vy leave.” Session adjourned.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 536 E.S. XLVII SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 9 TOV and YERMEY, 536 E.S RECORDED AND ANNOTATED BY HIS EXCELLENCY, ERIK OTTO KORTREVICH AND HER GRACE TATIYANA VAS RUTHERN IN ATTENDANCE: VALWYCK, His Grace Garen Baruch VIDAUS, His Lordship Stanislav var Ruthern, representing KVASZ, His Lordship Sigmund Ludovar representing MALKOVYA, His Lordship Osgod Colborn representing NOVKURSAIN, The Honorable Karl Weiss ZVEZLUND, Her Ladyship Esfir Amador representing KORAVIA, His Lordship Nikolaus Kortrevich representing KOVGRAD, Her Ladyship Rezalisa Kovachev ALDERMAN ALEKSZEJ KORVACZ ALDERMAN SER CASPIAN COLBORN ALDERMAN HADEON VALKONEN E. Kortrevich: “We have exceeded quorum. The chair shall start the session with an announcement from the Crown.” - “In light of the increase of attacks against our peoples on the roads and specifically after the raid upon my lands of Krusev, The Crown will, for the foreseeable future, take control of all diplomatic efforts and expects the peers of the realm to contribute monetarily to fund any future expenditures regarding the military. As such, it is also expected of each peer to enlist into the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, as many of us already have.” E. Kortrevich: “Might I also add, as a separate note from myself as Lord Palatine, that my home of Krusev was built hastily and we did not yet have the proper defenses set in place. Let this be a reminder when constructing vyr strongholds to ensure that there are nie natural weaknesses, and that all are outfitted with a bell loud enough to sound throughout vyr lands and an aviary to send for the Brotherhood.” E. Kortrevich: “The chair opens the hall for any comments, but shall swiftly move on if none are given.” Ivan VIII: “Aaunishmen, vy are niet boyars. I assume vy have come to the Duma for a reason.” C. Colborn: “Excellent, I would also make a strong suggestion to all the house heads, all of you should stockpile some weapons and equipment, arrows and spears the like, for extra aid when the brotherhood rally, of course we will continue to accept any and all donations, but we certainly may need to grab extra if we arrive in your keeps to help defend them.” Charles II: “News of a recent slaughter has reached our Dual Kingdom. As allies we have given it much thought. Is it true what was said? The Ferrymen have raided Haense?” Ivan VIII: “Da. They set upon a market in Krusev.” C. Colborn: “Your tower layouts as well, if it's too narrow the Brotherhoods movement is certainly restricted, so please be aware that your keeps need to be defendable, or our task becomes greatly impaired, the brotherhood has shortages of leather and any house who wishes to help us defend this kingdom would certainly have our thanks-.” S. Ruthern: “H-how much is to be expected from peers, monetarily?” R. Kovachev: “I presume any funds, beyond our taxes.” Charles II: “United Heartlands wish to inquire whether or not there are any leads as to why did they choose to attack Haense, and why now?” E. Kortrevich: “The Crown is fair, my Lord and my Lady. Any funds that are required are expected to be paid.” S. Ruthern: “Oh - a-alright. Spasiba, Lord Palatine.” E. Kortrevich: “But have nie doubt that all minas will be spent in defense of the realm.” Ivan VIII: “They did niet send a letter. Do they need a reason? They are brigands, they have assailed Canondom since the time of my father's father.” Charles II: “We have an issue to bring to your attention then, Majesty. Privately if possible. Gundanat'Vukh: May I speak?” E. Kortrevich: “None who are niet Boyars of the Duma may speak unless the King addresses them - or Queen.” Ivan VIII: “Uruk.” Gundanat'Vukh: “The Ferrymen never needed a reason to raid Haense, ever since the Veletz war they held a grudge against Haense for killing their hideout. I was once fought with these ferrymen, they are brutes, they do not need a reason.” Ivan VIII: “It is known. They fight niet for coin, but for discordian vengeance upon dead men. We may speak privately, Koeng of Aaun.” Charles II: “Very well.” E. Kortrevich: “On to our first bill of the day. Addressing a Letter to the Royal Duma on Additions to the Orders of Merit, by Grand Maer candidate Rickard Kortrevich.” E. Kortrevich: “The chair invites Lord Rickard to present his bill to the hall.” R. Kortrevich: “It is fairly self explanatory, Lords, Ladies and Aldermen. Ea have compiled a list of people ea meaself and the Duchess of Vidaus think worthy of being admitted into the Orders of Merit.” R. Kortrevich: “The older ones on the list from the reign of King Georg have had some added detail for clarity's sake as they are not fresh in the mind.” R. Kortrevich: “If anyone wishes to discuss a certain nominee, ea am happy to explain why we believe them worthy.” Ivan VIII: “Before I entertain the Aaunish, there are men here suggested to be inducted into two Orders. Pick one. They canniet be both.” R. Kortrevich: “Where does it say that, vyr Majesty? Ea believe the Patriarch has done admirable work in both categories but if one must be picked ea would suggest the Walton Order of the Unyielding.” E. Kortrevich: “The chair opens the hall for open debate. We then shall vote on each order afterwards.” A. Korvacz: “Y see nie issue with the current suggested, but Y wish to make an addition for the Order of Arts, if possible?” O. Colborn: “I wish to nominate another person along these, Carolus Colborn, Count of Malkovya, for the Merit of the Unyielding for his efforts in leading Haense alongside the then-prince Alexandr against the Mori'quessir war. And furthering development regarding their undergrounds, their creatures, and their fauna.” E. Kortrevich: “Make vyr suggestions and vyr justifications alongside it.” R. Kortrevich: “If ea might ask, are there any who disagree on any her Grace and ea have proposed? If so ea will happily explain why we believe them worthy. Just to reiterate.“ A. Korvacz: “Y wish to suggest Firress Verdier to W Wailer Order of Arts for her contribution to music e war-time songs during the Midlands War. She had contributed greatly during her time to W Haeseni morale.” E. Kortrevich: “Are there any further comments regarding the bill? If niet the chair shall move to a vote on the bill as a whole since as of right now there has been little to nie discussion.” C. Colborn: “Does someone need to have passed on to the seven skies to be inducted?” R. Kortrevich: “Nie.” E. Kortrevich: “Merit can be awarded while they are still with us, da.” C. Colborn: “Interesting, no further questions.” E. Kortrevich: “Very well, the chair moves to a vote.” E. Kortrevich: “Regarding the Orders of Merit, all in approval to the bill shall vote AYE and all opposed shall vote NAY.” S. Ruthern: “Aye.” G. Baruch: “Aye.” S. Ludovar: “Ai.” O. Colborn: “Ja.” K. Weiss: “Aye.” E. Amador: “Aye.” N. Kortrevich: “Aye.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” H. Valkonen: “Aye.” C. Colborn: “Aye.” E. Kortrevich: “The hall has voted unanimously. This request has PASSED and shall be sent for Royal Assent.” E. Kortrevich: “On to our next bill, 'A LETTER TO THE ROYAL DUMA: THE PRESERVATION OF SACRED SANCTITY ACT', sent in by the Heir to Kvasz, Lord Sigmund Ludovar.” E. Kortrevich: “Lord Ludovar may present his bill, and we shall move on to debate.” S. Ludovar: “It's pretty simple and easy to explain. This bill is to put in place a law of Blasphemous Vandalism charge, one that separates regular vandalism to a more serious offense of it.” E. Kortrevich: “Chair opens for debate.” S. Ruthern: “What would be the new punishment for this sort of offense? This isn't clarified.” S. Ludovar: “Have vy read the law book?” O. Colborn: “The crimes don't detail punishments, it is up to the Jovenaars.” E. Kortrevich: “Punishment is arbitrated by the Brotherhood of Saint Karl or Peers on their lands, as the Kongzem's sole enforcers.” N. Kortrevich: “Ea wish te advocate a point on behalf of Rickard Kortrevich. We already have a law fer desecration, se why niet just attach this holy desecration te the existing law? Instead of making an independent law.” A. Korvacz: “It jest a different offense, but of similar vein, nie? Y see nie reason for it to niet be implemented.” S. Ludovar: “The reasoning behind me adding this is because it is related to religious artifacts and relics.” C. Colborn: “Punishment will be distributed in swift succession.” S. Ruthern: “But what would be the punishment? What is the range?” S. Ludovar: “One that should be set upon a higher standard than regular vandalisms. E. Kortrevich: Lord Ruthern that depends on the artifact.” S. Ludovar: “Punishments within the Kingdom of Haense are decided by the monarch. No crime in Haense states a punishment for any crime.” E. Kortrevich: “I'll allow the Lord Rickard to speak.” S. Ludovar: “Again, m'lord and ladies, and Aldermen. This bill simply seeks to set a higher standard of vandalism for those who desecrate any holy relics or artifacts.” C. Colborn: “The brotherhood would apprehend the accused and await the Koengs decision, however if required we would deliver a reasonable punishment according to the offense.” R. Kortrevich: “Ea think it's important ea properly express the point ea made to mea borsa. Ea am niet arguing for it niet to be passed, ea am arguing the form it is in. The way it is written includes the word 'desecrate' and desecration is already a crime. Would it not make more sense to simply add the damaging of holy relics and the like into the existing crime of desecration?” R. Kortrevich: “Rather than bloating our lawbook unnecessarily with crimes that are essentially the same as another.” S. Ruthern: “That would be a fair compromise.” S. Ludovar: “Are vy referring to the same chapter that I wish to implement this law and make it instead, a section underneath the II.II.?” R. Kortrevich: “That's all, vyr Excellency.” E. Kortrevich: “Does the Lord Ludovar agree to the suggestion of compromise spoken by Lord Rickard and sponsored by the seat of Vidaus?” R. Kortrevich: “Da, Lord Ludovar.” S. Ludovar: “If that is so then I accept the amendment for it.” E. Kortrevich: “With that being said, do I have a motion to vote?” O. Colborn: “Ja.” E. Kortrevich: “And a second?” A. Korvacz: “Seconded.” E. Kortrevich: “I'll allow Lord Ruthern to speak, and then we shall move on to vote.” S. Ruthern: “S-so just to clarify while I am in support of Lord Kortrevich's s-suggested compromise, for clarity sake - what would be the new range, in terms of punishment? I understand it would depend, but what is the lowest and what would be the highest? I-is this someone could be hanged for?” R. Kortrevich: “There are nie standardized crimes listed in the Haerul Caezk. The punishment is decided by the judge at the moment of a guilty verdict.” E. Kortrevich: “The range is, as clarified, arbitrated by the enforcers of our law and if need be the Aulic Council via the Aulic Cort.” S. Ruthern: “Alright, alright.” E. Kortrevich: “With that clarified, we shall move on to vote.” S. Ruthern: “Aye.” G. Baruch: “Aye.” O. Colborn: “Ja.” S. Ludovar: “Ai.” K. Weiss: “Aye.” E. Amador: “Aye.” N. Kortrevich: “Aye.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” A. Korvacz: “Da.” C. Colborn: “Aye.” H. Valkonen: “Aye.” E. Kortrevich: “The motion passes unanimously, with the agreed amendment.” E. Kortrevich: “If there are nie further remarks, the Duma shall be dismissed.” Session adjourned.

VELIKI ZOMBOR DUMA THE NATIONAL DUMA JEAZIKMARV DLUM VE EDLERVIK Issued by the OFFICE OF THE LORD SPEAKER On the 12th day of Gronna ag Droba of 536 E.S TEN YEARS AGO, the very first election that was held in our capital of Nau Valdev ended in a clear landslide for our previous Grand Maer, Lady Ioanna d’Arkent-Kortrevich. We remain forever grateful for her decades long service put towards the growth and improvement of our world renowned capital city. As she returns to a peaceful life away from politics, it is the duty of this office to ensure that Lady Ioanna’s successor is secured. Candidates shall be held to the highest conduct, and besides being a Haeseni of the age of majority, must not post campaign advertisements on private property without permission of its keeper; nor shall they bribe, intimidate, or otherwise interfere with the will of the eligible voter. Should they be willing to oblige by these terms, candidates may self-nominate through public pronouncement. ELECTION PERIOD Ballots may be submitted by hand at the entrance of the Royal Duma Hall. All ballots shall be verified personally by the Palatial Government and any incorrectly filled ballots or ineligible voters shall be considered as defunct. The election shall last from the posting of this decree to Their Majesties Royal Court of Gronna ag Droba, 537 E.S. where results shall be announced publicly in Kastell Lesanov. MAY THE BEST CANDIDATE WIN [OOC] Ballot hoppers can be found in the Royal Duma main entry Voting Guidelines and Standards The following is the mandatory standard template for elections: NAME OF VOTER AGE RESIDENCY CANDIDATES NAME The following is the requirements for ALL voters. Failure to meet the requirements will result in defunct votes: i. Must be the age of 13 ii. Must have an existing residency in New Valdev or any of the vassals and territories of Hanseti-Ruska iii. Must not be an enemy of Hanseti-Ruska Duties and Requirements of the Grand Maer From ve Haurul Caezk of 525 E.S. X.V. The Grand Maer shall be elected to the Royal Duma through public elections held every six years, in which any Haeseni adult may run. The Maer shall be responsible for, and entitled to: i. Collect tax on behalf of the Treasurer. ii. Manage the Royal Capital’s tavern, or employ someone to do so. iii. Maintain the appearance of the Crownlands and Capital, and aid the Crown with improvements to infrastructure. iv. Hold festivities within the Crownlands and Capital, and liaise with the Royal Court. v. Publish Writs of Banishment and direct soldiers of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl if their commands are not contrary to that of the Officers, the Aulic Council, or the Crown. vi. Reside within the Maer’s Chamber of the Royal Duma Hall for the duration of their term. GODANI JEST WIELKI, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Ivan VIII, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Lord Protector of the Covenant of Man, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Slesvik, Solvesborg, and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia, and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Markev, Nenzing, Siegrad, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Astfield, Buck, Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, and Rytsburg, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera. HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Nataliya I, Queen of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Princess-Consort of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duchess of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margravine of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Countess of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscountess of Varna, Baroness of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, and Astfield, Lady of the Westfolk, Protector and Lady of the Highlanders, etcetera. His Excellency, Erik Otto Kortrevich, Lord Palatine of Hanseti-Ruska, Viscount of Krusev, Baron of Koravia, Lord of Emsgrad, Lord-Captain of ve Bykursain His Excellency, Henrik III Edvard Amador, Lord Speaker of His Majesty’s Royal Duma, Viscount of Zvezlund, Baron of Mondstadt, Lord Archivist to the Royal Valdev Library

TRANSCRIPT FROM 534 E.S. XLVII SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 9 TOV and YERMEY, 534 E.S RECORDED AND ANNOTATED BY HER GRACE TATIYANA VAS RUTHERN IN ATTENDANCE: VALWYCK, His Grace Garen Baruch VIDAUS, Her Grace Tatiyana vas Ruthern, Lady Handler KVASZ, The Most Honorable Sigmund Ludovar representing MALKOVYA, The Right Honorable Mikhail Colborn NOVKURSAIN, The Honorable Karl Weiss ZVEZLUND, The Honorable Henrik Amador, Lord Speaker KORAVIA, His Lordship Erik Kortrevich KOVGRAD, Her Ladyship Rezalisa Kovachev VERSKAYA, Her Ladyship Gavrila Godunov representing ALDERMAN HADEON VALKONEN H. Amador: “As we know - the Grand Maer nominations are underway. Encourage those vy believe competent to throw their hat in, I beg vy. Otherwise, we start with livestock. The floor is open. Discuss at will.” R. Kovachev: “I presume this is. . Three animals per person?” H. Amador: “Three without the Crown's approval, when movin' through the Capital, I garner.” R. Kovachev: “Might be worth clarifying its purely livestock that this is in reference to; so that, say. . Someone were to walk with their cats, or birds, they would not be maliciously fined or punished.” H. Amador: “It would do us well to define livestock, then.” - “I would denote any animal for whom the primary purpose of ownership is agricultural profit.” R. Kovachev: “Beyond that, I've no further comments on the bill.” T. Ruthern: “The Lady Juliya often takes her cats one walks about the city - it would be unfortunate that she must limit her group to only three. Certainly a specification could be implemented.” H. Amador: “Is there any disagreement, on ownership for the primary purpose of agricultural profit?” R. Kovachev: “Perhaps an addition may be added, that those who are transporting livestock must be required to clean up after them - or face a fine.” T. Ruthern: “Nie, Excellency.” H. Amador: “Why are my farmin' lords silent? Krusev?” E. Kortrevich: “I just don't see the purpose in blocking the movement of livestock through the streets.” H. Amador: “I believe the purpose is that a dozen cows makes the streets more grazin' field than… street.” T. Ruthern: “Well the purpose is outlines within the Bill. . .To prevent shit on the floor, essentially.” H. Amador: “If we donnae care to debate, then we shall vote. Any further comment?” T. Ruthern: “Ea'll second the motion to vote. . .” H. Amador: “Aye to approve, with a definition a'livestock and a prospective fine to clean up the mess if in violation.” - “Nie, to deny the bill.” T. Ruthern: “Da.” M. Baruch: “Aye.” Kasja Colborn: “Aye.” K. Weiss: “Aye.” H. Amador: “Zvezlund votes aye.” E. Kortrevich: “Aye.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Gianna: “Aye.” H. Valkonen: “Aye.” M. Colborn: “Forlat mik for being late, Koenas, Speaker, Lords.” H. Amador: “It's a unanimous pass - nae bullshite. Onto the next.” S. Ludovar: “Vy skipped Kvasz, so I shall state that we vote aye.” H. Amador: “-Vy must know, Lord Ludovar, that if I donnae forget at least one peerage per session, it was hardly a session at all.” H. Amador: “Continue t'set me right. Perhaps I'll get it before I retire. Onto agriculture.” H. Amador: “Handler, tell us about it.” T. Ruthern: “Ordak-! In hopes of ensuring the quality of our livestock and seeds, this bill that mea papej and ea worked on calls for a standard in our livestock and seeds - while also ensuring we have a stock of seeds and limits the possibility for contamination and plague, Godan forbid. Ea'll take any questions if anyone has any. . .” R. Kovachev: “Would there be inspections arranged, to ensure this law is followed - should it pass?” E. Kortrevich: “Seeing as this is for the entire Kongzem, as most bills are, am I correct in assuming the Treasury would be in charge of this enforcement?” T. Ruthern: “Da, though it would be expected of the Boyars to uphold the standard within their lands as well.” She nodded. H. Amador: “Is there any major crop in Hanseti-Ruska which is not native to the country at present?” E. Kortrevich: “So each crop should be sectioned off into their own separate plots but can be on the same field, aye?” G. Baruch: entered the hall. “Sorry, was pruning trees.” H. Amador: “Vyr in time to discuss such things, then, Lord Baruch.” T. Ruthern: “Ea do nie believe so, though this is largely for the future. We should nie bring in foreign seeds and risk contamination of our lands. . .Da, for organisation purposes. If one crop is contaminated it will be easiliy identified if it is sectioned off accordingly.” M. Colborn: “If the Crown wills it, the Treasury can ensure that.” - “Although, ea've concerns over the fourth clause. Allied nations should be allowed to sell their goods without any regulations hindering them.” H. Amador: “Allied nations, and their citizens.” G. Baruch: “What did my daughter say of the bill, Lord Speaker?” H. Amador: “I donnae believe she has yet made a comment.” G. Baruch: “Hm.” S. Ludovar: “I see nie reason for major debate upon this bill, so I'd like to motion for a vote.” T. Ruthern: “Ea'd disagree, Lord Treasurer. Ea think Haeseni people's crops and meats should be highlighted instead of foreign citizens who run the risk of contaminating our lands with foreign diseases.” H. Amador: “I'll wait for vy to get a second, Kvasz, as debate appears ongoin'.” M. Colborn: “With the changing of the fourth clause, ea'd have nejt more concerns.” E. Kortrevich:: “I believe a specification should be made in section V.II., Lady Handler. It says mixed crops may niet be cultivated in the same field or plot, but I believe it should say that crops should be sectioned off into separate plots, as in vyr response they may be on the same field.” T. Ruthern: “. . .Ea can make that specification, Lord Kortrevich.” E. Kortrevich: “Spasiba, I have nie further specifications.” H. Amador: “Have we a second, on the motion to vote?” E. Kortrevich: “Krusev seconds.” M. Colborn: “With these two chagnes in mind, ea third.” T. Ruthern: “Ea will niet change that amendment, Lord Colborn.” M. Baruch: “Puttin' a limit on harvests 'n meats from allied nations places an unnecessary burden on th' crown.” - “It should be delegated to another person if absolutely necessary, nae? Someone tae check th' quality of the crops. I dinnae think th' crown necessary for this.” H. Amador: “Donnae begin the custom of thirding nor fourthing again in this hall, I swear t'fok.” T. Ruthern: “Then the Grand Maer who oversees our lands or even the Master of the Hunt!” H. Amador: “We're movin t'vote, Valwyck, unless someone wishes t'retort. I leave vyr counsel to the Crown.” - “Vidaus.” T. Ruthern: “Aye.” M. Baruch: “Aye.” S. Ludovar: “Aye.” M. Colborn: “Aye” K. Weiss: “Aye.” H. Amador: “Zvezlund votes aye.” E. Kortrevich: “Aye, with the changes.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Gianna: “Aye.” H. Valkonen: “Aye.” H. Amador: “-Right, the next. City accessibility.” H. Amador: “We're doin' a lovely job of playin' nice today, boyars. Continue at will.” E. Kortrevich: “Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye - and anyone who disagrees hates Haense.” H. Amador: “Donnae make me regret myself, Krusev.” R. Kovachev: “As long as these doors don't effect the structural integrity, and maintain the same integrity of the doors by the front gates - I've no concerns over this.” H. Amador: “If we must debate doors at length, I fear for all our sanity.” - “I motion t'vote.” R. Kovachev: “I second.” H. Amador: “To a vote then.” T. Ruthern: “Aye.” M. Baruch: “Aye.” S. Ludovar: “Aye.” M. Colborn: “Easily, aye.” K. Weiss: “Aye.” H. Amador: “Zvezlund votes aye.” E. Kortrevich: “KRUSEV VOTES AYE” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Gianna: “Aye.” H. Valkonen: “Aye.” H. Amador: “I've ne'er liked all of vy as well as I do now.” H. Amador: “On public affection.” E. Kortrevich: “HA!” R. Kovachev: “Can I motion to dismiss this?” H. Amador: “I would second.” T. Ruthern: “Ea second.” S. Ludovar: “I third.” H. Amador: “Does anyone wish to discuss it?” R. Kovachev: “No.” T. Ruthern: “Please nie.” H. Amador: “I'm nae countin' vy down by roll. If vy donnae wish it dismissed, speak now.” E. Kortrevich: “Do vy want to discuss my immaculate ability to sway my wife?” H. Amador: “Do vy want to discuss mine? It's why vy have a wife.” E. Kortrevich: “. . .” H. Amador: “Dismissed.” H. Amador: “On the eligibility of royal alderman - discuss.” G. Baruch: “Is this about my wife? She was nominated like any other.” H. Amador: “Last session we also had a lord nominate himself.” - “Lord Ludovar, this is vyr writ, is it nae?” S. Ludovar: “Indeed it is.” G. Baruch: “Who was this lord?” T. Ruthern: “Ea would agree that those who would have less a chance of standing as representative to a Noble House should be prioritised.” R. Kovachev: “I believe it was Lord Siegmund Weiss.” E. Kortrevich: “There is a difference between Lord's and Peer's. In the bill it still allows common AND noble birth.” S. Ludovar: “This isn't about calling anyone out. It simply states that they can come from any background, just not of consorts, heirs, or anyone who holds an Aulic position.” G. Baruch: “If we have a problem with wives and husbands, do nae vote them in.” R. Kovachev: “It seems this bill ensures a the voice of those who do not already have influence may speak.” H. Amador: “-Save for that their spouses may be inclined t'use their sway to ensure their vote.” H. Amador: “And if a consort donnae feel heard, I advise they try speakin' to their spouse before takin' a seat on the Duma.” S. Ludovar: “That is true.” E. Kortrevich: “In our modern era of nobility, Consort's and Heir's have nearly as much sway as the primary title holder.” M. Colborn: “Ea agree with the Lord Kortrevich.” G. Baruch: “Useless restrictions. If you do nae like consorts, do nae vote them in.” H. Amador: “I propose an alternative thought - as nobility, we may be unwillin' t'admit when the common folk are better suited t'a seat than our own kin and ilk.” M. Colborn: “Same could be said about Peers and Heirs as aldermen.” H. Amador: “I am, in such, in favor of the bill.” T. Ruthern: “Ea am as well, Excellency.” S. Ludovar: “This is for future nominations. Not the previous one, Lord Baruch. This criteria only brings more ability to non-heirs and common folk to make way into the Royal Duma.” G. Baruch: “They already may. Simply win the nomination.” T. Ruthern: “Ea motion to vote. We are beginning to speak in circles.” G. Baruch: “It is a waste of paper, all these stupid regulations that are brought to the duma.” H. Amador: “I wish I saw the world as vy did, Lord Baruch. I suspect it'd be a lovely place.” R. Kovachev: “I second.” M. Colborn: “Third.” H. Amador: “Stop vyr thirds. Vote.” T. Ruthern: “Aye.” G. Baruch: “Nae.” S. Ludovar: “Aye.” M. Colborn: “Aye” K. Weiss: “Aye.” H. Amador: “Zvezlund votes aye.” E. Kortrevich: “Krusev votes Aye.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Gianna: “Verskaya votes Aye.” H. Valkonen: “Aye.” H. Amador: “Movin' on t'walnuts, then. Open debate.” G. Baruch: “Like we'd hang any murderer, we ought to ban the foods that killed the Princess.” E. Kortrevich: “This isn't the first time this has happened, nie?” G. Baruch: “Nae.” H. Amador: “It would seem the Royal Line has, in fact, a dire allergy t'the nut.” - “Though I recognize it may seem trivial upon title, my own daughters are of the line. I'd hate t'see them undone by a - Tree nut.” E. Kortrevich: “And by extension, my heirs would also be in risk of Walnuts.” G. Baruch: “Ah motion to vote.” M. Colborn: “Ea must challenge this bill.” H. Amador: “Second, someone?” - “If I hear a third, vyr gettin' doused in oil-.” E. Kortrevich: “I second that motio-.” H. Amador: “Alright, Colborn, let us have it.” M. Colborn: “The punishmennt of treason is too harsh.” G. Baruch: “What?” M. Colborn: “Many illiterate farmers may have Walnuts, not knowing that may be the Law; shall it really be considered as a treason?” G. Baruch: “Ah have yet to see any locals grow walnuts. Ah believe it to be an import.” H. Amador: “We can surely see to it our farmers are instructed appropriately, be it by illustration or presentation.” M. Colborn: “If the Speaker's office believe in their ability to do so, ea've nejt objectiosn.” E. Kortrevich: “Perhaps we could have posters up of walnuts anda large 'x' on top of it, to make it clear to those who can niet read that it is banned.” H. Amador: “If I can draw a guide to the Duma for e'ery goddamn session Radovanic sits, I can teach the farmers t'abandon the damnable walnut.” H. Amador: “Krusev, finish vyr second.” E. Kortrevich: “I second.” H. Amador: “Vote.” T. Ruthern: “Uhm. . .Abstain?” G. Baruch: “Ah have yet to see any locals grow walnuts. Ah believe it to be an import. Aye.” S. Ludovar: “Abstain.” M. Colborn: “Aye.” K. Weiss: “Aye.” H. Amador: “Zvezlund votes aye.” E. Kortrevich: “Aye.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Gianna: “Aye.” H. Valkonen: “Aye.” H. Amador: “We're banning the walnut, and makin' pretty pretty pictures for the farmers. Lastly - burglars.” G. Baruch: “Uh. . . Is vandalism nae already a crime? There is a section, 'On Brevity.' Read it, you will understand.” M. Colborn: “Is any of House Korvacz here to provide an explanation of the bill? With the Speaker's permission to speak, that is.” H. Amador: “The alderman is absent.” H. Amador: “I would agree with Krusev, that he should be owed the time to speak.” M. Colborn: “Ea see a young Korvacz girl up the stairs.” E. Kortrevich: “Wait.” H. Amador: “Vy. Lass.” R. Kovachev: “I won't say the forbidden word but I support tabling.” T. Ruthern: “Ea agree with tabling. . .” S. Korvacz: “Da, that jest me.” H. Amador: “Explain this bill.” S. Korvacz: “With w recent events of burglary, there should z more efforts in closing w gates, simple as. It prevents those who do niet live in w city from breaking e entering.” H. Amador: “Vote, or table?” G. Baruch: “Table.” S. Korvacz: “That includes those in w Aranykort e throughout w city. Why should those who z niet citizens have access to housing when most just come to drink, shop, or visit w clinic?” M. Colborn: “Is the bill to close the city gates, or district gates?” G. Baruch: “You were nae around during the war. Our closed gates saw merchants go bankrupt due to a lack of circulation.” T. Ruthern: “The only time we close the district gates is in times of raiding or attacks. . .As as Herzen Baruch stated, it causes detrimental loss in profit.” S. Korvacz:: “W bill was originally written for Aranykort to have citizen doors on w district gates to prevent houses from being robbed while allowing free movement for those that live there.” Nataliya I: “I might remind the Duma that there are plenty of merchant stores in the Obergrad. Closing these gates would prevent shopping there.” G. Baruch: “What if Ah wish to browse the houses, purchase a property?” - “What of the vagrants, the homeless? You would lock them to starve.” S. Korvacz: “There z two, e one of them jest being evicted soon. Can w other niet be moved into w main square?” S. Ludovar: “Think to combat these issues. We just up the patrols within the Brotherhood.” T. Ruthern: “The gates should remain open - the Brotherhood does well enough to patrol the streets.” She called out. “Ea motion to vote.” G. Baruch: “Ah motion to table the matter. This is a bill for the commoners to speak of, and Ah see no Ratibor here.” Nataliya I: “There are more than two. Likewise, closing the Donagrad gates prevents those from entering the city from the back gates if we implement citizen doors, and prevents access to the Schoolhouse.” R. Kovachev: “A better solution to this is increasing patrols around the streets, not locking up our city more.” S. Korvacz: “Then why z half of w nation's homes being broken into?” T. Ruthern: “Fix vyr locks then.” She shrugged. “Do ea have a second?” G. Baruch: “Bring us half of the nation's populace to attest to this, and we may look into it.” R. Kovachev: “I second the motion to vote.” E. Kortrevich: “I motion to table.” G. Baruch: “Ah second the motion to table.” S. Korvacz: “Y home was broken into through w palace garden. It jest niet an issue with our locks.” H. Amador: “Cease debate. Vidaus. Vote or table?” S. Ludovar: “The solution is simple. Instead of closing the gates, we should simply increase patrols. Second motion the vote.” M. Colborn: “Perhaps a bill to ensure the punishment for burglary is harsher can be fit. They surely do nejt need their arms.” H. Amador: “Cease.” H. Amador: “Vidaus. Vote. Table. Choose.” T. Ruthern: “Vote. This issue poses too many issues to simply table.” G. Baruch: “Vote, Ah guess.” S. Ludovar: “Vote.” K. Weiss: “Vote.” E. Kortrevich: “Table.” M. Colborn: “Vote” H. Amador: “We vote. Any proposed amendments, speak now.” G. Baruch: “Remove the first amendment, keep the second.” R. Kovachev: “I support the amendment.” G. Gianna: “I second Lord Baruch's notion.” M. Colborn: “So do ea.” H. Amador: “-Lord Handler, please take over.” T. Ruthern: “. . .Ordak.” T. Ruthern: “Eja. . .Is anyone opposed to the amendments Herzen Baruch suggestd? And to clarify, the amendments were to remove the first amendment but keep the second on vandalism.” E. Kortrevich: “I think we're ready to vote.” T. Ruthern: “Ordak, ordak. . .” G. Baruch: “Aye.” T. Ruthern: “Vidaus - da.” S. Ludovar: “Aye.” M. Colborn: “Aye” K. Weiss: “Aye.” E. Kortrevich: “Aye.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Gianna: “Aye.” T. Ruthern: “Seems the bill passes with amendments. Any other order of business before we conclude?” T. Ruthern: “Nie? Ordak, session concluded.” T. Ruthern: “Now get-!” Session adjourned.

VELIKI ZOMBOR DUMA THE NATIONAL DUMA JEAZIKMARV DLUM VE EDLERVIK Issued by the OFFICE OF THE LORD SPEAKER On the 6th day of Gronna ag Droba of 534 E.S THE SERVICE OF IOANNA D’ARKENT-KORTREVICH as the first Grand Maer in New Valdev has been nothing short of incredible. She has encouraged the participation of our youth; advocated for improvement of the Capital itself, all to the benefit of our people. In the six years of her term, she has undoubtedly set the standard. But the post is an elected one, and so it comes time for another to step forth. Those who wish to meet and go beyond this standard are welcome to post their public nomination for Grand Maer and put themselves before the People. Candidates shall be held to the highest conduct, and besides being a Haeseni of the age of majority, must not post campaign advertisements on private property without permission of its keeper; nor shall they bribe, intimidate, or otherwise interfere with the will of the eligible voter. Should they be willing to oblige by these terms, candidates may self-nominate through public pronouncement. Nominations shall be open for two months, until the 12th of Msitza and Dargund, with public election commencing thereafter. Duties and Requirements of the Grand Maer From ve Haurul Caezk of 525 E.S. X.V. The Grand Maer shall be elected to the Royal Duma through public elections held every six years, in which any Haeseni adult may run. The Maer shall be responsible for, and entitled to: i. Collect tax on behalf of the Treasurer. ii. Manage the Royal Capital’s tavern, or employ someone to do so. iii. Maintain the appearance of the Crownlands and Capital, and aid the Crown with improvements to infrastructure. iv. Hold festivities within the Crownlands and Capital, and liaise with the Royal Court. v. Publish Writs of Banishment and direct soldiers of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl if their commands are not contrary to that of the Officers, the Aulic Council, or the Crown. vi. Reside within the Maer’s Chamber of the Royal Duma Hall for the duration of their term. GODANI JEST WIELKI, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Ivan VIII, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Lord Protector of the Covenant of Man, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Slesvik, Solvesborg, and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia, and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Markev, Nenzing, Siegrad, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Astfield, Buck, Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, and Rytsburg, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera. HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Nataliya I, Queen of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Princess of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duchess of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margravine of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Countess of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscountess of Varna, Baroness of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, and Astfield, Lady of the Westfolk, Protector and Lady of the Highlanders, etcetera. His Excellency, Henrik III Edvard Amador, Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, Viscount of Zvezlund, High Archivist to the Royal Valdev Library.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 532 E.S. XLVII SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 9 TOV and YERMEY, 532 E.S RECORDED AND ANNOTATED BY HER GRACE TATIYANA VAS RUTHERN IN ATTENDANCE: VALWYCK, His Grace Garen Baruch VIDAUS, Her Grace Tatiyana vas Ruthern, Lady Handler KVASZ, The Most Honorable Henrik-Otto Ludovar MALKOVYA, Lord Joakiml Colborn representing NOVKURSAIN, Lord Siegmund Weiss representing ZVEZLUND, The Honorable Henrik Amador, Lord Speaker KORAVIA, His Lordship Erik Kortrevich KOVGRAD, Her Ladyship Rezalisa Kovachev VERSKAYA, Her Ladyship Gizella Godunov representing THE GRAND MAER, IOANNA D’ARKENT-KORTREVICH ALDERMAN ALEKSZEJ KORVACZ ALDERMAN Ser CASPIAN COLBORN ALDERMAN HADEON VALKONEN H. Amador: “I'd like us t'begin with a petition t'remove the Alderwoman Baruch from her post, given her absence from matters a'court and state. Might I get a second?” A. Korvacz: “Seconded.” I.Kortrevich: “Ai, I'll second it.” H. Amador: “Vote by roll, to remove Alderwoman Baruch t'open the seat t'another.“ T. Ruthern: “Da.” H. Ludovar: “Da.” J. Colborn: “Ja.” S. Weiss: “Da.” E. Kortrevich: “Da.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Godunov: “Yes, and thank you.” H. Amador: “Excellent well. - We thank the Alderwoman for her service; and now I seek nominations, for an alderman to take her place.” S. Weiss: “Ea would like to nominate meaself for ve seat of Alderman. He lofted a palm.” H. Amador: “Vyr name, ald.” S. Weiss: “Siegmund Robert Weiss.” A. Korvacz: “Y second Lord Siegmund's nomination.” H. Amador: “Mm. - And any other nominees? We are seekin' t'fill just the auwn seat.” R. Nord: “I wish to nominate myself as well. Rickard Nord: E. Kortrevich: “Krusev nominates Hadeon Valkonen - should he accept.” H. Ludovar: “I second Rickard's nomination.” H. Amador: “Is Hadeon Valkonen present t'accept?” I.Kortrevich: “We ought get into the habit of nominating non-nobility, my lords and ladies.” H. Ludovar: “That is what the position of Alderman historically was.” Yuri: “Ea'll put meaself forward too. Mix it up.” C. Komnenos: “I wish to Nominate myself aswell to become an alderman.” H. Amador: “Say vyr names, [redacted].” Yuri: “It's time Waltonburg got some representation in the form o' Yuri Ostrov!” C. Komnenos: “Cesar Alejandro Peter Komnenos.” Yuri: “Is that one a Haeseni citizen?” C. Komnenos: “I am.” H. Ludovar: “Is it vyr primary residence though?” C. Komnenos: “Over at the manors.” H. Amador: “Do vy reside primarily in Haense, Firr Komnenos, or do vy hold equal residency elsewhere?” C. Komnenos: “I live in heanse, even hold store here.” T. Ruthern: “Why are vy blue?” H. Amador: “Aye, Firr Komnenos. But do vy live or hold store elsewhere?” C. Komnenos: “And if I'm not mistaken the Weiss lives right next door to me.” C. Komnenos: “I do not.” H. Amador: “Has Yuri: Ostrov got a second?” T. Ruthern: “Ea second Yuri:. . .” H. Amador: “And has the Komnenos?” I.Kortrevich: “I'll second him.” H. Amador: “And vy, lad? - Do vy or do vy nae accept vyr nomination?” H. Valkonen: “Da, ea accpet the nomination.” H. Amador: “Right. Our nominees for the sole open seat - Lord Weiss, Firr Nord, Firr Ostrov, Firr Komnenos, Firr Valkonen. - I've nae missed any?” - “Nominees - stand 'round the table. - I'd move t'open the floor to questionin' a'each man.” R. Nord: “Why is he blue?” Yuri: “Can someone with a criminal charge run for alderman, vyr Excellency?” H. Ludovar: “Could be a spook.” He'd jest with Rickard, backing up his statement. S. Weiss: “ If it would please the Duma, I could simply state why I nominate myself, if no questions come to mind?” H. Amador: “What charge, firr Ostrov?” - “Hold on, hold on - ahm curious, now.” Yuri: “Oh ea do niet know - let's say for argument's sake. . .Adultery?” J. Colborn: “Argument's sake, huh?” H. Amador: “Did vy cheat on vyr wife, barman?” T. Ruthern: “With a supposed bandits wife.” H. Amador: “- But vy dinnae cheat on vyr wife, barman.” Yuri: “Nie, the bandit's wife cheated on her husband with mea.” T. Ruthern: “A bomb-weilding bandit, mayhaps.” Yuri: “Mea wife's long gone, vyr Excellency.” T. Ruthern: “Mea shoulder still hurts from that arrow. . .” H. Amador: “Did vy know?” Yuri: Nie. H. Amador: “I'll let the Duma decide how this reflects on vyr character. - Firr Komnenos, why are vy blue?” C. Komnenos: “My skin has been replaced with metal.” H. Amador: ..[redacted] huh? T. Ruthern: “So vyr like one of those mechpriests. . .Minus the priest?” C. Komnenos: “Yes. And the hair is copper threads.” E. Kortrevich: “Vy replaced vyr skin but chose to stay ginger?” M. Weiss: “ He got ill! Balyzm be nice to him!” Ilya Ivanovich: “Terrible.” Yuri: “Is it contagious?” I.Kortrevich: “My late-husband was a ginger.” T. Ruthern: “Vy changed vyr skin but niet vyr hair? Godan. . .” C. Colborn: “I believe that is outlawed? The Mechpriest ideaology.” J. Colborn: “There is nej wrong with being ginger. It is a color of high worth.” H. Amador: “Nathin' wrong with gingers, vy Highland [redacted].” - “We cannae possibly be more distraught o'er the copper hair than the metal fokin' skin.” S. Weiss: “Nie ea was just curious as to why he was ginger. Didn't we remove ve Mechpriests for exchanging flesh for metal?” T. Ruthern: “Ea think we will surprise vy, excellency.” H. Amador: “-And - can it.” C. Colborn: “Why, were you changed?” E. Kortrevich: “Was it against vyr will?” H. Ludovar: “Such things do niet seem natural.” C. Komnenos: I was sick, and I did what a true Komnenos does when faced with an issue of greater size, tossed at it. C. Colborn: “And who was it that changed you? Was it a mechpriest?” T. Ruthern: “Vy tossed vyr skin?” C. Komnenos: “A dear friend of mine changed it for me.” Yuri: “Spasibo.” C. Colborn: “That didn't answer my question.” T. Ruthern: “Ew.” C. Colborn: “Who changed you.” C. Komnenos: “Edvard.” H. Amador: “-Spectators, hold vyr tongues or wag them quieter.” - “Edvard who?” C. Colborn: “Is this Edvard a mechpriest?” C. Komnenos: “He is not an mechpriest.” C. Colborn: “So your skin is metal?” C. Komnenos: “Jup.” T. Ruthern: “So vy are nie longer human?” H. Amador: “Right - to summarize. Vyr skin is metal. A man named Edvard changed it. Vy were ill, but chose this.” J. Colborn: “So long as his brain works and he is free to walk a Canonist nations grounds, let him run for Alderman.” C. Komnenos: “If you wish, you may touch it to prove it.” T. Ruthern: “Nie thank vy.” H. Amador: “-Lord Weiss.” S. Weiss: “Da?” H. Amador: “Justify vyr self-nomination as a Lord a'Haense for alderman. Why would vy be a better choice for the people when vy are already a lord?” - “-Firr Yuri, vy are nae elected yet. Hold vyr tongue, I ask.” E. Kortrevich: “He's a Lord niet a peer in all fairnes, Vyr Excellency. It'd be different if it were the Vikomit Karl.” H. Ludovar: “Clearly this man has strayed from Godan, refusing to meet the Creator, instead he chose to alter his appearence to something far from the form Godan blessed him with.” C. Komnenos: “I come from a family that has been in local and national for years, and senes I have moved to heanse, I live in heanse, I wished to help the poeple.” C. Colborn: “Yep. Definitely made of metal His eyes watch the blue man a moment We should find the clergy to find their ruling on such.” S. Weiss: “Ah. Well, He turned to speak to the Duma. Ea have a deep knowledge of ve Haurul Caezk, have already written a bill still due for debate, ag ea have niet missed a Duma. Ea hope that ea have ve trust ag respect of mea follow peers to handle ve seat with honesty ag credibility, as ea have already done as Sergeant of ve BSK.” H. Amador: “Aye - but does he nae sit for the Viscount now?” S. Weiss: “Eam only a representative for today.” H. Amador: “Vy may hold the seat well - but why should vy hold a seat for the common people? Vyr Lord Marshal is an alderman as it stands.” H. Ludovar: “If one lurks like he does, it is niet hard niet to be noticed. Even his nominee supporter who second him did niet see his appearence until after said nomination. He'd say with a brief pause before continuing With that being said, I think it is up to the clergy to truly determine these matters. M. Weiss: “Oh - ea could represent if Siegmund can't!” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “The aldermen are niet limited to commoners anymore, Speaker.” H. Amador: “Aye - but do they nae speak for all our people, common well included? As ve Maer noted.” C. Komnenos: “Two minds for the people are better then one, I would help the baker should he ask, I would help the grunt, and with being a merchant, I get around and I see, hear alot.” H. Amador: “I donnae think his nomination would've gotten this far had we nae thought he could, by law, have the seat.” S. Weiss: “Why ea should hold it? Ve Marshal is a Knight, ag Lord by Marriage. Ea believe ea have shown that ea would be able to handle being an alderman better than ve alternatives, for ea have ve experience to do so. Nothing more.” H. Amador: “A fair response. - Firr Nord. Tell us why vy stand for nomination.” R. Nord: “I have served under House Ludovar for many years, and for the past 10 ive served in the BSK, serving my kingdom. I've recently been promoted into the officer core, and I'd like to help my kingdom even more so now.” H. Amador: “Right, then. Well-said.” R. Nord: “Having be a commoner is a rarity in Haense, I feel like my insight would be productive.” J. Colborn: “I reckon a public event be held so they may speak to the people on why they should be elected. Held at a later date. Because there is much to get to today.” S. Weiss: “We are - about to vote, nie? He asked Joakim.” Yuri: “Did this lad get a go?” H. Amador: “ -Oh, [redacted] -. Firr Valkonen. - Ahm gettin' [redacted] auld.” - “But aye. We are, in fact, about t'vote - if the Valkonen would introduce himself.” Yuri: “That's why ea should be alderman. Eam observant!” S. Weiss: “Observant of others wives, it seems..” H. Valkonen: “Eam Hadeon Valkonen, ea have sat in a seat of the duma before representing Valkonen, before they were nie longer a peer of this Kongzem. Ea have served it for as long as ea could, ea training with the brotherhood. While we might of been a peer before, ea also know what the people of this kongzem strive for.” Yuri: “Proceed, vyr Excellency.” H. Amador: “Right. Our candidates are, again, Weiss; Valkonen; Komnenos; Ostrov -N'Nord. T'each seat - one vote. Meanin' vy will vote once for ve candidate of vyr choice. Understand?” - “Ve candidates will nae speak 'till votin' is closed. - All in favor a'the Weiss for alderman.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” H. Amador: “-[redacted] [redacted] - ahm abstainin' Novkursain.” M. Weiss: “Oh - da!” T. Ruthern: “Nie.” H. Ludovar: “Abstain.” J. Colborn: “Nej.” H. Amador: “Zvezlund abstains.” E. Kortrevich: “Nie, adultery is bad.” G. Godunov: “No.” I.Kortrevich: “The Barkeep does much already for the city--ai.” A. Korvacz: “Nie.” C. Colborn: “Great candidate aye!” H. Amador: “-Komnenos. - Vidaus?” T. Ruthern: “NIE.” H. Ludovar: “NIET.” J. Colborn: “Nej.” H. Amador: “It's a na from Zvezlund, but nae because he's a ginger.” G. Godunov: “No.” A. Korvacz: Nie. E. Kortrevich: “Nie for the blue man.” H. Amador: “Alright. None for the tinman.” - “Nord.” T. Ruthern: “. . .Nie.” H. Ludovar: “Da, I think we need more peasant representation.” J. Colborn: “Nej.” H. Amador: “Zvezlund abstains.” E. Kortrevich: “Nie.” G. Godunov: “No.” A. Korvacz: “Nie.” H. Amador: “That's one for Nord, two for Ostrov, one for Weiss.” - “Valkonen.” T. Ruthern: “Da!” J. Colborn: Ja. H. Amador: “Zvezlund is in favor.” E. Kortrevich: “RESOUNDING DA.” G. Godunov: “Yes.” A. Korvacz: “Da!” H. Amador: “Five votes for Valkonen. A resoundin' win.” - “Take vyr seat. We got [redacted] t'do.” H. Valkonen: “Spasiba.” H. Amador: “On public construction. I open the floor t'debate at once.” S. Weiss: “For Godan's sake - nie. Eam sick of bloody sign debates.” C. Colborn: “We have already discussed the signs.” S. Weiss: “Ea move to dismiss ve bill.” T. Ruthern: “Second.” E. Kortrevich: “I second.” I.Kortrevich: “I must ask for a moment to speak on this bill, Lord Speaker.” H. Amador: “It does have two points nae regardin' the signs - Maer, take us home.” I.Kortrevich: “Ai. This bill is niet only about signs. I have dealt with now, in my almost six years of tenure, with several situations where homes and stalls have been defaced. We presently have nen any laws in place to punish those who mean to ruin this city which we have only so recently reconstructed.” H. Amador: “-Might Novkursain and Vidaus instead motion t'dismiss the third point a'the proposed law, which regards the signs, so we might review the other two in fairness?” I.Kortrevich: “The Lord Treasurer is nen present, but I am happy to speak on his behalf and disregard the line about signage, so long as you will all give me the satisfaction of nen dealing with those who, in retaliation, have sought to ransack my home.” S. Weiss: “Ve bill, as ea see it, is a pointless auwn. Ve treasurer ag stewardy already have perogative over all constructions in ve city. This is a law in service of nothing.” R. Kovachev: “I think the full bill is fine to consider. It's concise, and I'd rather not waste time nitpicking the details.” E. Kortrevich: “The details of the bill is what matters most, Lady Kovachev.” H. Amador: “This is a law which would empower the treasurer to take definitive action save tearin' the signs down himself, n'discouragin' repeat offenders.” - “Ahm opposed t'dismissin' it entirely. Am I the only one alongside the Maer?” S. Weiss: “Ea understand that - do they niet already have ve power to do so? He asks.” T. Ruthern: “They do.” S. Weiss: “If niet them, who else?” H. Amador: “But there is nae law for it.” H. Amador: “As the Maer has said.” R. Kovachev: “I'm also opposed. If they already have the power, why not just approve it?” E. Kortrevich: “If someone were to change what a stall is made out of, for example, the Treasurer already has the power to boot them. What makes signs any different?” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “If someone wished to call upon the Crown for unjust punishment as it stands without these laws, they may. Nie man shall be punished for any law niet within the Haurul.” H. Amador: “-For instance, then. If the Treasurer were t'bar a man from purchasin' a stall for previous vandalization, could that man then protest this to the Crown?” C. Colborn: “Is the punishment of someone's business being disrupted not punishment enough?” E. Kortrevich: “But are our property niet already protected within the Haural under Chapter VII of Jura I Krima?” H. Amador: “For the property of another, Lord Kortrevich. If he purchases the property, then, say - makes it an utter dung-heap, well.” E. Kortrevich: “All of our stalls are property of the crown rented by merchants.” H. Amador: “I believe the law the Treasurer proposes intends t'make that fact all the clearer. I, for one, am nae opposed t'assurin' the cleanliness n'sanctity a'our city - if the Treasurer himself feels it a necessary addition, then surely his standin' powers are insufficient. - But I hold, so other voices might speak.” A. Korvacz: “Y agree with vy, Vyr Excllency. It adds dobry clarification.” H. Amador: “A good lawyer would argue that property of another rather than property of the Crown, as written in the law, implies possession by another individual, he adds, not holding for much longer. -Do we wish t'move t'vote?” J. Colborn: “Second.” H. Ludovar: “Vy beat me to it Lord Colborn.” E. Kortrevich: “I am niet in disagreement that our treasury should assure the cleanliness of the city and maintaining the aesthetic but I also do niet think we should debate on a motion we've already denied. I second a vote if that amendment is made. H. Amador: “Then I think we stand t'either approve the bill for Crown's consideration, barrin' the third point; or to dismiss it. Am I correct? Third point bein' the signs.” E. Kortrevich: “Da.” T. Ruthern: “Da.” H. Amador: “We move t'vote on the bill as amended, then.” T. Ruthern: “Nie.” H. Ludovar: “Da.” J. Colborn: “Aye.” H. Amador: “Zvezlund votes aye.” E. Kortrevich: “Da.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Godunov:“Yes.” S. Weiss: “Nie.” A. Korvacz: “Da.” H. Valkonen: “Da.” I.Kortrevich: “Ai. And I thank the members of the Duma, for considering the city in this matter.” H. Amador: “Should the Crown have sole right t'sell paper in Hanseti-Ruska?” C. Colborn: “Aye.” T. Ruthern: “Nie.” S. Weiss: “Nie.” H. Ludovar: “Paper is quite important, and we must uphold quality.” G.Baruch: “Sole right? No.” A. Korvacz: “Nie.” S. Weiss: “Monopolies do niet garuntee quality - competition does.” H. Amador: “I cannae support the limitation a'merchants' freedoms. If vy pay for [redacted] paper, then vy use [redacted] paper.” T. Ruthern: “Ea motion to vote. . .” J. Colborn: “Motion to vote on the matter. What use is discussing it when many have made up their minds?” S. Weiss: “Second.” H. Amador: “-Vidaus. Aye, limit the sale, or nae, freedom a'- [redacted] paper?” T. Ruthern: “Freedom of paper-! Nie.” G.Baruch: “Is this for the city of Valdev or the greater kingdom?” H. Ludovar: “The City of New Valdev, da.” H. Amador: “It'd give the Crown sole right t'sell paper alongside its council. Per the bill. Throughout the nation.” G.Baruch: “But the man said Hanseti-Ruska, Ah was confused.” T. Ruthern: “The bill says on haeseni land so. . .The whole of the Kongzem.” E. Kortrevich: The Haural Caezk applies to the Kongzem.” H. Amador: “Bill, as written, says Nation.” J. Colborn: “And nothing but the Kongzem.” H. Amador: “Valwyck, vyr vote?” G.Baruch: “If it is changed to Valdev, and the crown wishes it, then sure. But as of write now, nae for me.” H. Ludovar: “Da.” J. Colborn: “Nej.” E. Kortrevich: “Nie.” R. Kovachev: “No.” G. Godunov: “No.” C. Colborn: “No.” A. Korvacz: “Nie.” S. Weiss: “We vote nie.” H. Valkonen: “Nie.” Yuri: “Vy know what happens when vy assume, vyr Excellency.” H. Amador: “Right. [redacted] the paper bill, everybody gets t'sell paper.” J. Colborn: “These are going by quickly. I should sit here more often.” E. Kortrevich: “This should be core part of our Kongzem.” T. Ruthern: “The proposal is simple. . .We just wish to return the Jeremic Rights - the founding principle of Haeseni life, to our law book.” G.Baruch: “Ah see no reason why any sensible Haeseni would deny this.” H. Amador: “I move t'vote at once. Either vy stand for it, or vy donnae. There is no amending.” A. Korvacz: “Da, here here.” S. Weiss: “Ea motion to vote!” T. Ruthern: “Seconded.” T. Ruthern: “Da.” G.Baruch: “Aye.” H. Ludovar: “Da.” J. Colborn: “Ja, but do get me a copy of these liberties, Skrali.” Yuri: Novkursain. S. Weiss: “Da.” E. Kortrevich: “Da a thousand times over.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Godunov: “Yes.” C. Colborn: “Aye.” H. Amador: “Alderman Korvacz.” A. Korvacz: “Da.” I.Kortrevich: “Ai, for this bill.” H. Valkonen: “Da.” H. Amador: “Next.” G.Baruch: “Ah have a question regarding this bill.” S. Weiss: “So. This bill is fairly straight-forward. A bill proposing a grounds for our best and brightest, to be consecrated against demolition, to stand as a monument to Haeseni greatness for all time, to be added to as our kongzem ensures, but never removed.” H. Amador: “-Chew glass, barman, the Speaker calls, cheerfully. A memorial! Do we want one? - Aye, Weiss, Baruch - discuss.” J. Colborn: “Ja, what happened to the memorial of the Mori'quessir war? I read it used to exist, but no books speak of what happened to it.” G.Baruch: “Monuments ought to be specific to certain events in my opinion. Ah am nae opposed to honouring those whom have died so long ago to the Mori, but do nae let them mingle with those we have lost recently to the Veletzman.” - “Ah propose an amendment then. For two memorials, one for the Mori, one for the War.” T. Ruthern: “Ea'd support that amendmen, Herzen.” S. Weiss: “It was demolished for ve Kortrevich fortress out of strategic necessity. He says, then regarded the Baruch. It can be one large complex - with different sections. The actual design ag layout is up to ve architects.” S. Weiss: “This bill is merely to have something made.” E. Kortrevich: “Why niet just dedicate a plot for all memorials and just seperate sections to each conflict?” G.Baruch: “A complex? Who would foot the bill?” J. Colborn: “Ah.” I.Kortrevich: “I would, She'd announce.” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “Boyars of the Duma, I might present to vy lot a suggestion. In the days of Karosgrad, there were the Lily Knights and their gardens, of which the Duma voted on bestowing these honours to our most able men and women; poets, soldiers, courtiers.” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “This right still belongs to the Duma as defined in the Haurul Caezk, though under the name of the Royal Orders of Merit. With that, it is nie secret that the Crownlands are undergoing reconstruction, and I believe it possible that we instead dedicate paths in the fields to busts commemorating those inducted into the Orders, and that the Duma makes use of this right by nominating and voting upon Haeseni individuals as desired.” H. Amador: “I'd nae want those I fought alongside in Veletz listed along those who fell fightin' alongside mea mamej in the war before ours. We knew different hardship.” C. Colborn: “The brotherhood supports their fallen, we would foot the bill.” S. Weiss: “Well - ea said complex but it is in general, a consecrated grounds for our fallen. Be they cultural, military, or what have you, pillars of our people.” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “Additionally, I shall see to that a list is published detailing the specific Orders, and names of those who have been granted the honour. Vy might vote instead to induct the fallen into these orders, awarding them the title of Kossar to their Order.” E. Kortrevich: “Don't [redacted]' look at me for the wood fort I was born in it.”. G.Baruch: “Right! Ah agree with the Queen.” H. Amador: “-Lady Handler, donnae publish mea addition on timeliness, he mutters.” T. Ruthern: “Er. . .Ordak.” C. Colborn: “Legacy, and virtue is all that awaits those who find death in service to the crown, we should honor them.” G.Baruch: “Ah know not many of youse were around for the Veletz war, but what was the name of the fellow that danced and weaved between the enemy's arrows at Brasca? He asked of no one in particular.” H. Amador: “-Right. We may construct a sole memorial; several, or a multi-parted, or we may honor them all by adding them to the Order.” S. Weiss: “I still think a single grounds - for all of our citizens, regardless of War, be made. For this wouyld not be just for soldiers." Andrey: “The man did niet die there, Lord Baruch. But - later, at Vidaus.” H. Amador: “I would be in favor a'memorializin' them via addition t'the Order, n'lettin' the Brotherhood advise on memorial construction at another date.” G.Baruch: “Aye, bastard, Ah am aware, but I would have him there regardless. None of you know what he did for us at Brasca.” A. Korvacz: “Y second that.” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “What is it vy lot are seconding? I have heard numerous suggestions, now.” Andrey: “I recall him placed in that catapult.” I.Kortrevich: “The bill says it will be up to my designation. Do you wish to keep such intact as well, Siegmund? I am fine to allow the Don Marshal to decide, but with my oversight.” H. Amador: “-I believe it is to memorialize those who have fallen by adding them to the Order, n'to revisit the idea a'memorials later. - Is that nae what the Aldermen were secondin' for?” G.Baruch: “The Marshal was nae even around for the Veletz war.” S. Weiss: “I believe the bill should stand as-is-, with no alterations. I submit it to the Duma on its own merits. He then sat down.” H. Amador: “Well, [redacted]. - I ask vyr final comments on the bill as it stands, then, boyars.” S. Weiss: “Though ea should let it be known: This is meant to be inclusive. Fallen heroes of battle, members of our merit orders, or long-standing public servants all stand to be placed here.” T. Ruthern: “If the Lord Weiss wishes to nie submit to any amendments, ea believe we should move to a vote.” C. Colborn: “I second the vote.” T. Ruthern: “Da.” G.Baruch: “Not without the amendments, sorry lad.” H. Ludovar: “Da.” J. Colborn: “Ja. Let's not tear this memorial up as well.” S. Weiss: “Da!” E. Kortrevich: “Da - and I still point out I had nie hand of the destruction of the previous memorial.” Rezalisa Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Godunov: “Yes.” I.Kortrevich: “Ai!” C. Colborn: “Aye, they deserve the best from us, for they gave their very lives for us.” A. Korvacz: “Da.” H. Valkonen: “Da.” H. Amador: “Next.” G.Baruch: “Henrik. Ah've been working on my manners, and Ah wish to speak of something quickly.” H. Amador: “-Mm?” G.Baruch: “The Queen briefly spoke of the Duma voting on honouring folks, and Ah wish to put a name forward. - All youse youngins did nae meet the man, but Ah'm sure you remember him Henrik. Vasily Vanrov.” H. Amador: “Aye - aye.” G.Baruch: “The stories you've heard are true, he did indeed dance through enemy fire, and singlehandedly won us the siege of Brasca. - He lept into enemy lines and opened the gates while being slashed at.” E. Kortrevich: “The storied Hero of Brasca.” S. Weiss: “The Gate Breaker.” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “Vy wish to induct him into the Walton Order of the Unyielding, I presume, Duke?” G.Baruch: “Ah wish for him to be honoured as well as he can be. - Some of you might never have been born had it been for him. - Aye, if that is what you spoke of, your Majesty.” G.Baruch: “Does this require a formal bill be proposed? Or will this do?” H. Amador: “I would motion we vote - those in favor a'his addition, those against or abstainin'.” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “Niet. Vy can merely propose suggestions.” H. Amador: “I donnae think we need anything writ when we have a proud history a'spoken legend. Can I get a second?” Korvacz: Seconded. H. Amador: “-Korvacz took it.” G.Baruch: “Aye.” T. Ruthern: “Da.” H. Ludovar: “Da.” J. Colborn: “Abstain. Never read of the man, though I would like to now.” H. Amador: “Aye from Zvezlund.” S. Weiss: “Da.” E. Kortrevich: “Da. I trust the testimony of our veterans.” R. Kovachev: “As do I. Aye.” G. Godunov: “Yes.” C. Colborn: “Aye, all men who perform heroic deeds deserve proper recognition, I may not have known the man, but I sure would like to have.” A. Korvacz: “Da.” H. Valkonen: “Da.” I.Kortrevich: “Ai.” H. Amador: “Ten ayes, one abstain. It passes. - Glory on the name a'Vasily Vanrov, Gatebreaker.” G.Baruch: “And the Dancer, have that written down on his statue as well.” H. Amador: “T'Queens, now.” - “Shall we add our queens t'the book of honor?” G.Baruch: “Nae much to discuss. Ah agree with the Bill. What of you lot?” A. Korvacz: “Da, Y say moy vote, niet much to discuss.” T. Ruthern: “Ea do as well. . .” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “Niet, there is one matter to discuss with the bill.” H. Amador: “-Vyr Majesty.” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “The Queen Sofia of Hyspia must be given a moniker, decided by the Duma.” J. Colborn: “Should say Amaya van Malkovya, but I digress.” Yuri: “Could ea add somethin' on this one, vyr Excellency? Ea am one o' the only livin' people who was around for the reign of Koenas Sofia.” E. Kortrevich: “Well what did her late Majesty do?” G.Baruch: “None of us knew her, she kept to herself when she was Queen.” H. Amador: “She preferred Venzia, Malkovya. Ve barkeep, spectatin', shall speak.” Yuri: “Nevermind - Her Majesty beat mea to it.” E. Kortrevich: “I'm niet asking as a slight I'm asking for clarification.” G.Baruch: “Perhaps we ought to speak to the Hyspians?” Yuri: “The Hyspians suggested the Sapphire for its a gem they're known for.” G.Baruch: “Though it is in OUR book, so if they sugarcoat things, we ought to deny it.” G.Baruch: “What made her the 'Sapphire'?” E. Kortrevich: “Let's go with 'the Sapphire' as a respect to her culture, which was formerly in our fold.” T. Ruthern: “Was she blue like the metal man?” H. Amador: “She wore them quite often, if history holds.” G.Baruch: “Ah will nae have the book lie to save her some grace.” I.Kortrevich: “If Koenas Reza is the first, why niet call her the Second? As a second wife and consort.” - “It is simple, and factual.” Yuri: “She was Hyspian and they mine a load o' it apparently. She also wore it alot and to be fair from what ea saw she did. Niet that eam sayin' eam for or against it. Just pointin' out what some Hyspians said.” G.Baruch: “'Else Ah will have you all call me the handsome when Ah am gone. As a sign of respect.” H. Amador: “'Sofia the Second' would imply she was, somehow, the second Sofiya t'rule - nae the King's second wife.” C. Colborn: “Ill call you handsome Garen!” J. Colborn: “Is that why you keep the helm on?” T. Ruthern: “We have had second wives before. . .She would niet be the first of that either.” H. Amador: “-How did Tatyana the Blue earn hers?” T. Ruthern: “Well she was niet a happy woman. . .” H. Amador: “Mm.” G.Baruch: “Perhaps 'the Other Woman'.” H. Amador: “I motion we vote on Sofiya the Sapphire.” E. Kortrevich: “I second.” T. Ruthern: “Abstain. . .” G.Baruch: “Nae, she was nae sapphire to Haense.” H. Ludovar: “Abstain.” J. Colborn: “Ja.” S. Weiss: “Ai. He lofted his hand.” E. Kortrevich: “Da.” R. Kovachev: “Abstain.” G. Godunov: “Yes.” I.Kortrevich: “Ai!” A. Korvacz: “Abstain.” C. Colborn: “Aye.” H. Valkonen: “Da.” H. Amador: “-By a single vote, I think, if I tally right. - Sofiya the Sapphire.” G.Baruch: “Ah better see a statue o' ivory with my likeness in the square the day Ah die. With the 'dashing', 'charming', and the 'handsome' on it.” H. Amador: “And are any opposed t'the bill honorin' our queens? Open vote.” S. Weiss: “Nie.” H. Amador: “-Is that nie, vy donnae oppose it, or nie, vy oppose it, Novkursain?” G.Baruch: “Nae opposed to the rest o' the bill.” S. Weiss: “Nie - ea do niet oppose it.” I.Kortrevich: “I expect it is a united vote of approval.” H. Amador: “Unanimous. We honor our Queens, GODAN bless their souls. LAST BILL.” S. Weiss: “Praise Godan!” E. Kortrevich: “Finally.” S. Weiss: “Marus, do vy want ve seat for a moment to propose vyr bill?” M. Weiss: “Um - well - ea wish to point out it is niet a bill firstly though um - ea can try! Do vy want ea to.” S. Weiss: “Come on down.” S. Weiss: “Speaker, ea relinquish mea seat. Marus, vyr up!” M. Weiss: “Well uh. The bill is a request for debate on um, four aspects of duelling, more than a bill, as eam - niet of the legal mindset. But there is an apparent disparity in how duels are conducted. Ea wish to see more um - well - duels which favour equality in participants in arms, manner ag to prevent them becoming simply .. Beastial displays against opponents who canniet fight back.” H. Amador: “-I wish t'note that, after our debate, I'd give Novkursain primary obligation t'summarize our discussion in the form of a proper bill.” M. Weiss: “Ea believe such things marr our reputation ag pride.” T. Ruthern: “If someone is insulting one's house, nie matter their ability or size, and they agree to a duel, that is their prerogative.” G.Baruch: “Pride kills - It says here that refusing a duel results in an automatic yield, Ah do nae agree.” T. Ruthern: “'Talk shit, get hit' as they say. . .” H. Amador: “Open debate, without moderation, until I call otherwise.” J. Colborn: “Who says that, young Duchess? I like that saying.” M. Weiss: “It it niet a matter of restricting agreement to duels at all.” T. Ruthern: “Ea do.” J. Colborn: “I never heard you say that.” M. Weiss: “But rather, um, making sure both opponents are armed ag um - actually willing.” T. Ruthern: “Vy just did.” J. Colborn: “Ja, I suppose so.” G.Baruch: “The refusal to fight ought to be considered an automatic yield - It says so right here.” T. Ruthern: “If a participant agrees then they are willing, da?” M. Weiss: “Ag yet the duel that was had between the two name participants still proceeded.” A. Korvacz: “The main issue Y see jest, As according to law Duels must be permitted by the Aulic Court or Crown and requires their oversight. From what Y saw that day, this was lacking e thusly an invalid duel, if niet illegal unless yam mistaken. .” M. Weiss: “After a change to ai under pressure.” T. Ruthern: “She said 'da'. . .She could have left.” T. Ruthern: “Yet she stayed and agreed to the terms.” M. Weiss: “She said nie - it should have ended there.” A. Korvacz: “The main issue Y see jest, As according to law 'Duels must be permitted by the Aulic Court or Crown and requires their oversight'. He cleared his throat From what Y saw that day, this was lacking e thusly an invalid duel, if niet illegal unless yam mistaken.” G.Baruch: “There is no backing out of a duel. - If it is for blood that they duel, then the duel ought to nae end until blood is shed.” M. Weiss: “Niebody backed out - vy misunderstand.” M. Weiss: “The firess said nie - ag was pressured into a da.” G.Baruch: “Your law would allow so.” C. Colborn: “A duel is a duel, I agree they should set their rules between them beforehand.” M. Weiss: “So it is the opposite.” T. Ruthern: “She still said da.” A. Korvacz: “Y once again affirm that none of W Aulic Council was present to Y understanding.” C. Colborn: “I was.” M. Weiss: “Ag was armed with a candle.” C. Colborn: “And last I checked I am of the aulic.” M. Weiss: “What is a duel if someone wioth a blade fights someone with a candle?” J. Colborn: “Could have fooled me.” H. Amador: “-A da forced out of her is hardly an assent, Vidaus. Were someone here t'vote nie, only t'be loomed o'er and harangued until they voted aye - the record would show a miscarriage a'justice.” A. Korvacz: “So if auwn is to be harrased, e forced to say Da, then they should be able to duel? Y find such dishonorable e a stain upon our Kingdom.” G.Baruch: “Do nae agree to duel with a candle! You do nae have to accept the duel then and there.” T. Ruthern: “She could have left yet she stayed and said da.” A. Korvacz: “There z many glaring issues with this duel, the abscense of any proper oversight from W Aulic Court, bullying e harrasment to say da to W vote, surronded by a mob mind vy all.” Yuri: “Is the Firress here to confirm this? Cause if niet maybe we should just talk about the proposed amendments.” M. Weiss: “Then herein is the issue. This duel - with a pressured da ag a candle was permitted. Ag this is supposed to stand as equally respected to our greatest duels?” G.Baruch: “If you do nae lack the strength to say no under pressure, then you ultimately had decided upon yes. It is nae our prerogative to coddle the people.” H. Amador: “We live in a kingdom where honor is currency. Were she t'believe hers was at risk by refusal - then why would she have left?” C. Colborn: “The claim was that she did not know how to submit, though it may seem common knowledge to most, it appears not all understand the ramifications of dueling.” I.Kortrevich: “Lord Speaker, Your Majesty--if I might be excused from this final debate? City business, I hope you'll understand.” A. Korvacz: “Lord Speaker Y belive this jest better fit for a Auditor or Royal Inquistor to determine the validity of W Duel itself, as for sto jest presented in W Bill, Y see nie issues with W clarifications presented.” C. Colborn: “I would argue don't enter youself into a duel if you do not know how or how to submit.” C. Colborn: “As it will only lead to scenarios like this one.” A. Korvacz: “Y would argue W duel was illegal without proper supervision from W Aulic Council, e pressure from a horde of people, buy Y digress.” H. Amador: “-Aye, Maer.” T. Ruthern: “ Ignorance is niet an excuse to get out the consequences of a duel - this woman has been harassing young men around the Kongzem for months and spoke ill of someone's house. A duel was requested and she did niet leave and it proceeded.” M. Weiss: “Ag yet we would also be simply avoiding our um - less able in society. Or foreigners.” H. Amador: “Take vyr leave. I donnae think we will garner a vote of this.” I.Kortrevich: “Haristo. A productive session!” A. Korvacz: “Y would suggest a Royal Auditor is appointed to oversee the matter, otherwise let it settle e revise it as a proper bill.” M. Weiss: “It is niet an excuse. This duel should niet have been allowed ag clarifications should be in place to prevent this again.” M. Weiss: “It was just brutality - niet a duel.” H. Amador: “Right-.” A. Korvacz: “Lord Marus, this jest more a matter of if it was valid, or niet, e that jest niet W duty of the Duma but W Royal Inquistor.” H. Amador: “-This Hall, without an auditor, hannae the authority t'discuss. Particularly without this firress who was involved present, with all respect, Weiss.” H. Amador: “I motion to table.” E. Kortrevich: “Though I do believe it's opened up the discussion and clarification on duels, of which I commend the Lord Weiss for.” T. Ruthern: “Seconded.” E. Kortrevich: “I second the speakers motion.” H. Amador: “-Speak, Novkursain.” M. Weiss: “Ea am nie law-minded man. That is why ea have written to the duma. He tapped his hands together.” M. Weiss: “Ea am - niet of the best capacity to write a bill.” H. Amador: “Speak to vyr cozes, then, Lord Weiss. The Duma sees vyr letter, and it opens a grand debate - but vy need niet do it alone.” H. Amador: “I suspect Alderman Korvacz would be eager to assist. - Alderman Colborn?” C. Colborn: “If I may lord speaker.” M. Weiss: “Ea shall try.” H. Amador: “Vy may.” A. Korvacz: “Lord Marus, Y applaud vyr effort e it jest niet unrecoginized, but Y would suggest vy seak help then. Many peers e Aldermann would aid vy in such- He then glanced over, with a bow of his head AS vy say.” M. Weiss: “Spasi.” C. Colborn: “When Marus came to me with his concerns upon this matter, I was the one who told him to bring this to the Duma, the fault lies with me, I for one commend the Honorable Lord Weiss for his courage to step forth today, and I agree in some regards that the laws upon dueling ought to be checked over, and perhaps updated if needed, however I do think those who intend to duel, or have the opportunity to do such should absolutely know the law to prevent recurrences like this.” A. Korvacz: “Y agree with Aldermann Colborn, spasiba for guiding him in such. Aleks said to his right with a light smile.” H. Amador: “I see nae fault, Alderman Colborn. I only believe the Duma donnae have the resources t'host a court a'honor here, today.” H. Amador: “What I see is good intention - and good thought. Bring forth a bill we can discuss, n'petition the Crown on the matter a'the auditor at the next royal court. - May we table until then?” A. Korvacz: “Da.” C. Colborn: “I would second that.” M. Weiss: “That seems um - wise!” H. Amador: “They call me shrewd, young Lord Weiss.” H. Amador: “-Any opposed? Dobry. Are there any final petitions before we close the session?” C. Colborn: “I would have a small announcement if the duma is willing?” H. Amador: “We close with the Marshal, and a blessing to the fallen King a'Aaun - and our own Queens, livin' and above.” C. Colborn: “I would like to announce the new forming of a political party, one I have founded as of the date 11th of Tov and Yermey 532, The Brotherhood Representation Party, otherwise known as the BRP, it will be a party devoted to our soldiers, our brothers and sisters, any who wish to join or perhaps even be the face of this party I would like to extend our hand to you, join this and seek change and help bring more benefits to those who lay their lives on the line for you He smiles Thank you.” H. Amador: “Ooooordak. Get out.” Session adjourned.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 530 E.S. XLVII SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 9 TOV and YERMEY, 530 E.S RECORDED AND ANNOTATED BY HER GRACE TATIYANA VAS RUTHERN IN ATTENDANCE: VALWYCK, Lord Petyr Baruch representing VIDAUS, Her Grace Tatiyana vas Ruthern, Lady Handler KVASZ, Lord Sigmund Ludovar representing MALKOVYA, The Honorable Mikhail Colborn NOVKURSAIN, Lord Siegmund Weiss representing ZVEZLUND, Lady Esfir Amador, representing KORAVIA, His Lordship Erik Kortrevich KOVGRAD, Lady Rezalisa Kovachev representing VERSKAYA, Her Ladyship Galina Godunov SVARGRAD, Lord Hadeon Valkonen representing THE GRAND MAER, IOANNA D’ARKENT-KORTREVICH ALDERMAN ALEKSZEJ KORVACZ ALDERMAN Ser CASPIAN COLBORN ALDERMAN RATIBOR RADOVANIC T. Ruthern: “Spasibo-. We have lots to get through today so let us get started. . .” - “First up! A treaty with our allies of Reinmar.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Ah, Northern - Brotherhood!” T. Ruthern: “Ea'll open the floor for all to speak for now - if vy all get roudy ea'll change to a moderated debate.” She quipped. Alderman R. Radovanic: “I-I could niet read the rest, but I think Reinmar are our Highland allies!” - “I-It is only natural.” G. Godunov: “Political betrothals seem so popular, these days.” E. Kortrevich: “This should go without saying. The House of Barclay built their entire name within Haense - our very own Brotherhood in fact. Our relationship should continue to stay close even after their independence.” R. Kovachev: “I agree with the good Radovanic; I bear respect for our fellow highlanders - but past incidents have led for me to worry some of their lords do not share the same sentiment.” G. Godunov: “There is nay stipulation for a circumstance in which one nation is aggressive towards the other. What happens if there are border conflicts, or raids?” E. Amador: “Ea've once heard ein Barclay refer to ein Lady of House Valkonen as ein Outlander while in Haense. How respective of our culture are they?” S. Weiss: “Eam of ve same notion. Ve Barclays used to be kindred vassals, but they certainly do niet share our values as they may auwnce have done. They even allow owynists in the ranks of their church.” P. Baruch: “I want to open by saying that I believe Reinmar are our natural allies in my humble opinion, and that I'd favour them over any other nation right now. We have fought with them for generations, and we should for many more.” E. Kortrevich: “To vyr point, Lady Kovachev, were Haense and Aaun niet at each others throats before Edmund II was slain?” S. Ludovar: “If King Ivan desires his son to marry a Barclay, then I fully support his decision. The family made its name in Haense it is in this Kingdom's best interest to keep such relations with the family.” L. Palatine: “I think it safe to assume that Reinmaren attacks on our soil break the treaty, Lady Godunov.” P. Baruch:: “They may allow owynists, but it does nay make a difference, considering we've been allied to Urguan before, and they proved better allies than most - they certainly are nay canonists.” R. Kovachev: “Loyalty and faith are things to be tested, meant to endure through strain. The Reinmaren have described our accents and culture has barbaric, and shun their kinsmen for mingling with our own - even threatening disownment.” - “I remain open to shielding and supporting my fellow highlanders, such is my duty as a Northerner. I shall only hope this treaty would encourage more hospitality on the end of the Barclays; trust goes both ways, and my door remains open.” S. Weiss: “Schismatics are worse than pagans, Herzen Baruch. Ve dwarves, ag their foreign religion are simply an aberrancy. Heresy is a poison.” G. Godunov: “And what of cultural aggression, as Ladies Amador and Kovachev have described? Does this nay constitute aggression?” Ivan VIII: “Nie, it does niet. They are Outlanders to the Reinmaren, as they are to us.” P. Baruch: “I disagree with ye notion Lord Weiss, but I do understand ye saying.” E. Amador: “But to refer to ein Haeseni noble as one, within her own Kongzem? It seems rude, especially from ein Barclay meant to represent their own nation.” G. Godunov: “Many of them were Haeseni less than a generation ago!” Ivan VIII: “And now they are niet.” Ivan VIII: “Half were Savoyards, Aaunishmen.” P. Baruch: “Does anybody take issue with any of the specific articles?” Tatiyana shook her head. “Ea believe this treaty will do well to cure many of the tensions that are seemingly held between our people and the Reinmaren.” P. Baruch: “The articles on the treaty, Lord Marshal.” S. Weiss: “Eam niet so certain they are deserving of a free tax stall. If they so wish to take our minae in this city of which their people openly despise, then they can pay for ve priviledge.” P. Baruch: “I do nay see an issue, if we may have a stall as well.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “They will niet be evicting any current merchant stalls, da? They will simply get a free one.” S. Weiss: “But - it is niether here or there. A small sum of minae a week shall niet make or break ve treaty itself.” S. Ludovar: “Can see why vy are against such. Yet it is nothing new that we haven't done prior. Should be no harm to do it for this one.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “I take no issue. I have spoken with Princess Adelfriede, who seeks to make use of this treaty in order to improve contact and relations between our two capitals as well. I only hope the lords and ladies of Haense will welcome her kinswoman with an open mind and heart--a future Grand Princess and Queen-consort.” P. Baruch: “I motion to vote, in that case.” R. Kovachev: “I second that.” S. Weiss: “Seconded.” T. Ruthern: “Then we shall vote!” T. Ruthern: “Da.” P. Baruch: “I vote aye.” S. Ludovar: “Aye.” M. Colborn: “Aye.” E. Amador: “Aye.” S. Weiss: “Novkursain votes Aye.” E. Kortrevich: “Koravia votes DA” H. Valkonen: “Aye.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” G. Godunov: “Aye.” Alderman C. Colborn: “Aye!” Alderman R. Radovanic: “I vote da.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Aye.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo for vyr all quick responses. The Treaty passes.” - “Before the next Bill, His Royal Majesty will make an announcement. . .” Ivan VIII: “All vy bleeding hearts and clergymen, hear me! The Vicar of Godan has expressed his agreeance with the execution of the devil.” - “His Holiness also denies that the she-devil regrew its hand by his blessing. Speak nie more of this falsehood.” C. Colborn: “Down with the devils! Death to the Shadow!” Ivan VIII: “****!” - “On with the Duma,” T. Ruthern: “. . .Spasibo vyr Majesty.” - “Ea will call down Lord Davyd Colborn to present the next matter of business.” D. Colborn: “Lords and Ladies, at the behest of the Koeng and Koenas I come forward with a treaty between our fair Kongzem and Celianor.” P. Baruch: “A treaty with the elves?” D. Colborn: “I seek your council on the length of the treaty.” - “Last this treaty was not much dissimilar. I am certain you are all aware of the past one. But I have added a clause to take action against the shadow, together.” D. Colborn: “Indeed, the Koeng and Koenas sent me to renew the very one we had last.” S. Ludovar: “I find it intriguing to consider an alliance with the Elves. However, if the King wishes to form an alliance with Celia'nor, I see no objections to such a decision.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo Lord Davyd. . .We'll start with an open floor once again.” She waved a hand for all those seated to freely speak. E. Kortrevich: “I find it interesting how we were at war with Celian'or niet to long ago and now we are offering them a Defensive Pact. . . However, as the Lord Weiss stated if this is the will of the Koeng then it is the will of the Kongzem.” S. Weiss: “These people slew Haensemen during ve war. Mea family, too.” - “Eam niet so eager to invite those who draw steel against mea countrymen ag kin to our dinner table.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “T-The point of Duma is to debate and offer advice to the King, niet to suck up to him.” L. Palatine: “What about it intrigues vy, Lord Ludovar?” - “Vy are here to speak the will of the Kongzem, as my nephew says.” C. Colborn: “Although I know you hold your opinions on elves, you ought know that together in an alliance we pose a stronger defence to those who would harm us its usefullness is certainly obvious and If the koeng believes it to be a fine idea then who are we to judge.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Well-said, Alderman.” G. Godunov: “Ea do nay see what good this treaty affords us, beyond the aid of their soldiers in cleansing the dark.” - “And yam nay certain that's really a numbers game.” C. Colborn: “You would rather us throw our own men alone with no further back up into these lairs?” S. Ludovar: “It intrigues me the same as others have stated. It was not long ago they were willing to join on the side of Veletz. Yet things move on and so I have no issues with the pact.” P. Baruch: “I do nay agree to signing another pact with the elves, they have served their purposed in ridding the realm of a common cause, being Veletz. Veletz has been wiped from the face of the continent, so we can go our own ways now.” - “Elf and man do nay go together. Nor does our faith.” E. Kortrevich: “The main article to point out in this treaty is on the matter of Darkspawn, as Celian'or have seemed to have efficient ways in dealing with them.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “What does the… The article about mines say?” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Just because the war is done, does nen mean we should so hastily forget those who were glad to slay the people of this kingdom so readily, in the name of anathema and murderers.” - “To ask to be allowed access steel from the lands they formerly defended. . .Is curious.” R. Kovachev: “. . I was but an infant, when my family had pledged their loyalty to Haense and went through their penance. While I contributed little to the war, I still bear shame and guilt for the actions of my ancestors - the blood spilled of the people I look to as brother and sisters.” - “Elves are granted longer years that we, those who partook in the war persist - and have taken no steps of penance.” - “I would urge they seek it, if we're to sign a treaty.” Ivan VIII: “They pay, and we've enough steel pried from the hands of dead Veletzmen.” G. Godunov: “What have they done to repair the bridges they burned, during that war? Ask for our soldiers and our mines?” P. Baruch: “I will nay forget, but there's too greater difference between us and them for us to be considered strong allies. We have different faith, cultures, and people. This alliance will nay be long-standing, when I believe we should be striving for alliances that will stand the test of time.” E. Kortrevich: “I do niet think they deserve our defense should any wish to attack them other than the common effort of slaying Darkspawn.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Forgive me, my King--I do not think steel, taken from dead men or a mine, shall ever repay GOD's greatest gift to us--life.” S. Ludovar: “But how can we endeavor to secure long-lasting alliances if we refrain from establishing new ones to assess their strength?” Alderman R. Radovanic: “D-Does every alliance need to stand forever? Is there something wrong with temporary ones while we share goals, and separating when niet?” P. Baruch: “We can establish new ones with people like our own, with mutual interests.” E. Amador: “Why should we nae move for trust n' penance before putting all this on paper? Celia'nor seems to have more from this treaty than Haense.” Io. Kortrevich: “Ai…why not simply a pact to do battle with the minions of the Shadow?” E. Amador: “Exactly.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Common-cause without anything more binding.” G. Godunov: “Ea agree.” S. Ludovar: “Indeed, forming alliances with those who share our values and interests can be beneficial. However, diversity in our alliances can also bring valuable perspectives and opportunities for collaboration that we may not find among our own.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Ai…thank you for the lesson, Don Ludovar.” E. Amador: “Celia'nor has nae done much to collaborate with us.” Ivan VIII: “We have few allies beyond my father's Covenant.” S. Weiss: “We do niet need their help, ag they will surely find another den of thieves to corral with should we reject this proposal.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Mmm.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “We threatened to crush them to dust like we did to Veletz, didn't we?” R. Kovachev: “I would be more inclined to allying with the star elves if they would open themselves to the wisdom of the Holy Church; show remorse for their acts in war upon us - and grant us more assurance of their integrity.” E. Amador: “The Bishop brings up a point though….” T. Ruthern: “Herzen Weiss ea'll ask vy to niet step upon a document which displays the Kingdom's crest.” S. Ludovar: “I mean it is evident that they will rely on us more than we on them, and that's undeniably true. However, as I mentioned earlier in this discussion, if the King perceives value in this alliance, then I can only trust his and those in leadership's judgment.” E. Kortrevich: “The Elves of Celian'or are too unreliable and too untrustworthy. That is clear from the many voices against this decree.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich:“But that is not the point of this body, Don Ludovar. As Alderman Radovanic stated, we're here to speak on behalf of the kingdom--not just to please the King, as much as we might desire to.” - “Our opinions are what bring us to this chamber.” S. Weiss: “Ve koeng's crest is ve only dobry thing about the parchment that it was condemned to lie upon.” He took a moment to lean down, and tear off the crest of Haense from the paper to spare it. He gently brushed it off, and placed it upon his lap. E. Amador: “Haense does nae stand to gain much from this aside from ein ally we seldom trust. What happens if they abandon us like they did Veletz?” G. Godunov: “We do nay need or want them as allies nearly as much as they need us. Are we willing to take the payment of…” - “fifty mina per week, in exchange?” R. Kovachev: “I do not think it wise to completely shun the notion of an alliance. I believe wounds can be healed, and bridges repaired. A signature on a treaty is not how that is done.” - “I would motion for an article to be added, where those of their military who would work with us might be guided through penance to absolve them of their sins in war.” - “If they refuse, or are insulted, then the deceit is made known - and the treaty is spoiled.” C. Colborn: “I must be excused from the duma your majesty.” Ivan VIII: “As vy wish.” G. Godunov: “Ea agree, Lady Kovachev. They must prove their change of heart is genuine and permanent.” E. Amador: “Da. They should earn our trust and prove that this alliance will be beneficial and healing to both parties.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “As I suggested, better we begin with an agreement to face the darkspawn plaguing Aevos together--then proceed with a fuller alliance once their true intent on friendship is shown through action.” - “I commend Don Colborn's efforts in penning this, regardless.” E. Kortrevich: “Perhaps a Non Aggression Pact and the mutual promise of Darkspawn slaying.” S. Ludovar: “Ai, as I've previously emphasized, it's imperative for us to explore alliances beyond the Covenant. I firmly believe that doing so is essential in establishing enduring partnerships for the future.” - “Think that is a reasonable motion.” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: “If an article were to be added stipulating their penance, what would the Duma advise?” E. Amador: “Ea like Lord Kortrevich's thinking.” M. Colborn: “Ea support Lord Kortrevich's proposal.” P. Baruch: “I concur with Lord Kortrevich too.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Ai, I likewise support Don Erik's notion.” P. Baruch: “With that in mind, I call for a motion to vote, while suggesting a nonaggression pact be written in the near future.” R. Kovachev: “I agree with these notions of non-aggression; perhaps an additional document could be written up for service of penance, done with the involvement of His Holiness?” E. Kortrevich: “I second the Lord Baruch's notion.” T. Ruthern: “Rather than a motion to vote, perhaps a motion to table the bill for further review and collaboration with members of the Duma?” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Ai, Lady Handler.” G. Godunov: “Aye.” R. Kovachev: “Aye.” Ivan VIII: “The Koenas has asked vy a question.” G. Godunov: “Ea believe a full treaty, even with a clause about penance, is too hasty.” E. Amador: “Ea think penance should involve discussion with His Holiness, as Lady Kovachev advised.” M. Colborn: “Ea'm personally too wary specifically about the defensive alliance clause.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Celia'nor are niet Canonist, are they?” G. Godunov: “They are elven pagans.” R. Kovachev: “If an article on penance would be added. .” - “Perhaps notable soldiers in their ranks in the war can be identified, and brought to Haense; there is the matter of the Necromancer's Port to the north, their integrity could be tested in pursuits there.” - “But such is only my meagre suggestion, I'm sure His Holiness would be wiser in guiding them.” L. Palatine: “This is a secular affair, Lady Amador. His Holiness has nie hand in our policy.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “And with this shown document shelved, we will have time to sort the details of that penance properly.” M. Colborn: “Ea agree with the Lord Palatine.” P. Baruch: “Let's vote, aye.” E. Amador: “Even if this is a secular affair, the war largely involved the Church and Canondom. Ea think it'd at least be worth seeking advice from the church on penance.” S. Ludovar: “Personally, after considering recent suggestions, I am supportive for the non-aggression pact motion. It serves as a stepping stone towards establishing a solid foundation for a potential alliance.” G. Godunov: “Are we voting on the treaty itself, or on tabling it for future discussion?” E. Kortrevich: “I believe we are voting on tabling it for further edits.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Ai.” S. Ludovar: “Ai.” E. Kortrevich: “Let the transcripts show what we specifically want added and removed, though.” S. Ludovar: “Though I believe a motion was for a vote. So, just to be sure, I motion to table it for further edits.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Da, tabling.” S. Weiss: “Ve dogs that killed vyr countrymen still live, ag will continue to dictate Celianor's policy for centuries to come. We do niet need Celianor. Nie, on all counts.” T. Ruthern: “All those in favor of tabling the treaty for further work and review say 'da'.” T. Ruthern: “Nie.” R. Kovachev: “Da.” G. Godunov: “Aye.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Da.” S. Ludovar: “Aye.” Alderman A. Korvacz: “Da.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Da.” E. Amador: “Da.” H. Valkonen: “Da.” E. Kortrevich: “Da” P. Baruch: “Nay.” S. Weiss: “NIE!” M. Colborn: “Ja.” T. Ruthern: “By vote of majority the treaty will be tabled for further review.” - “Now. . .The Herzen Baruch will present his own bill.” D. Colborn: “Skrali everyone.” - “I'll speak to the Koeng, Koenas and Palatine on the matter before approaching you all about any revisions.” P. Baruch: “If ye saw my letter I briefly explained my issue with the presence of degenerates in our kingdom, that being those who are orcs, ologs, goblins, and those ill-dressed. I stated that our Kingdom is of Canon, and to not be defiled by beasts, so do not let them continue to batter our city's principles, and faith. I know that all of ye have experienced an olog barging into the city, and whaling until our people retreated inside, and children to forced to see toga-wearing elves parading around the city. It is immoral, and degenerate.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “I-I've rejected worse than togas at the gates.” P. Baruch: “I understand that there may be more things ye deem degenerate, so I have added it on the bill to the law, so it can continue to be amended.” - “That is all,” he remarked, sliding back into his seat. T. Ruthern: “The floor will now be open for unmoderated debate. . .Try to avoid any slurs during this.” G. Godunov: “Ea believe clarification must be provided on what is considered excessive skin. Ea fully support the rest of the bill, but ea have nay desire to be looked at by strangers - members of the Brotherhood - nor do ea believe they should have the right to police what people wear, within reason. How do you intend ''immodest'' to be defined? Showing the legs? Showing the torso? The shoulders?” P. Baruch: “I believe the Brotherhood may deem what is immoral for our children to see,” he replied. Alderman R. Radovanic: “You should niet have more skin than clothes visible, at least.” E. Amador: “What happens when the Brotherhood has differing opinions?” G. Godunov: “Ea believe that matter should lie with the Church, nay the military.” T. Ruthern: “The church does nie police our streets, Herzenas.” G. Godunov: “The Brotherhood are law enforcement, they can nay be expected to be authorities on virtue. Ea would expect the Brotherhood to enforce rules, but ea could nay trust them to write them.” P. Baruch: “The church does nay- aye. And to resolve bickering between our Brotherhood, only officers may deem those ill-modest.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “If officers are arguing, then the Lord Marshal shall set them straight.” Alderman A. Korvacz: “Y believe this bill jest unreasonable. The Brotherhood jest already allowed to escort those who cause trouble out of the city. Moy have allies whom have the kin of Kurg amongst their ranks, such a bill would only mean to anger them, e possible anger foes moy wish niet to.” - “E as for clothing, could W Brotherhood niet suggest people covering up because of W Cold? Y believe this jest targeted for ulterior motives beyond degrency, more directed at race.” Cesar Alejandro Peter Komnenos Raises his cane in the air, hoping he would be allowed to speak. T. Ruthern: “Nie outside voices for now, firr.” S. Weiss: “Ai.” - “Ologs are often a problem. Auwn walked into Valdev ag tried to eat a child. Ea helped fend it off meaself, along with mea kin of Weiss as ve Colborns. Orcs are usually ordak. Ea'd very muich like for them to wear clothes, though.” P. Baruch: “So long as the ill-modest person in question dresses, they may be allowed back into the public from their homes.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “I would also ask what the exception will be for the sizeable, fur-covered orc that is companion to our Grand Prince. If this bill is passed, will Torugyr be clothed in man's doublet and pants?” Alderman R. Radovanic: “I do niet think so. I've rejected people at the gates, only to see them enter the city as soon as I-I left the gates.” C. Colborn: “The Prince has expressed interest in arming Torugr.” P. Baruch: “It is nay like they will be hung for dressing ill-modestly, or banished forever. They will just be asked to show less skin, and adhere to our country's faith and virtue.” R. Kovachev: “. . What of the hairy, blue olog that follows the Hauchprinzen around?” E. Kortrevich: “There should always be room for pardons and exceptions. Why should we outright ban an entire race when niet all of them are as degenerate as the Orcs of Krugmar?” Alderman A. Korvacz: “Y do niet even believe Torugyr would be allowed within Haense with this bill, at least by its language. Dubbing an entire race as undesirable jest quite the slippery slope.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “I-If you all want one to stay, you should petition the King for his pardon, da?” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “And you would separate the King's son from his most stalwart defender,” She'd nod, lips worrying. Alderman R. Radovanic: “I think the law is dobry.” P. Baruch: “I thought about adding to the bill that the crown may pardon those degenerate, and hand out exemptions. But there does nay need to be a law for that, the crown may exempt whoever they will, regardless of law. It is redundant.” E. Kortrevich: “So we are to petition every individual in Duma now?” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Da.” E. Kortrevich: “That is a waste of time.” E. Amador: “Ea've met many degenerates who are nae uruk. Ea donnae think being undesirable is limited solely to orcs.” G. Godunov: “Ea believe going about pardoning every nay awful foreigner is a waste of the Crown's time.” L. Palatine: “Vy have a long list of beastly friends, Lord Kortrevich?” Alderman A. Korvacz: “If vy wish to ban Krugmar, then vy might as well say such, as Y have heard some murmurs about.” - “As Lord Kortrevich says, this jest repetative, the Brotherhood already has the power to do this.” Cesar Alejandro Peter Komnenos: “Frankly my lords and ladies, this sounds more like oppression, and a law made by one man, who is scared of abit of flesh and hate other cultures.” T. Ruthern: “Brotherhood remove him!” She'd point to Cesar. “Ea told vy nie outside voices, Firr.” E. Kortrevich:“I do niet have any list of beastly friends, Vyr Excellency, but I am niet blind to understand that the actions of the majority do niet speak for the minority.” P. Baruch: “The bill does nay say anything about banning Krugmar, Alderman.” - “If ye wish I may read it to ye?” - “The crown may hand out exemptions. The law does nay need to give the crown ability to do so, they are the crown.” C. Colborn: “Torugr was gifted to the prince by his grandmother I believe.” E. Amador: “Who else is in Krugmar beside ve uruks?” Alderman A. Korvacz: “Y have heard wishes of sparking a war during the last Duma session. Y would like such to be presented before W Royal Duma, as Y believe such has been an influence on various bills. These whispers were directed to Orcs, Y might add.” S. Weiss: “Elves ag pagans.” - “Spirit-dancers, Iblees worshippers… salesmen. Ve worst ilk of them all.” G. Godunov: “Someone was just removed for speaking, and you ask-.” T. Ruthern: “Spasibo. . .” She turned back to the debating members. “One more word from the stands and vy will leave as well.” L. Palatine: “There is nie talk of war with Krug'mar, Alderman. 'less vy wish to begin one.” E. Amador: “They are nae just in Krugmar too,” - “Shall we ban everyone outside of the Canondom?” S. Weiss: “If they consider leaves as clothing, da.” Alderman A. Korvacz: “Perhaps niet publicly, nie, but Y had heard it been murmured by members of the Brotherhood in W last Duma. At least a war with Orcs. Y could be wrong on this, Lord Palantine, if so, Y retract my statement.” P. Baruch: “I am thinking of our people, from noble peers, to our common people. They have all been hindered by the orc degeneracy, more than they have nay. Expel them all, and we will never have to put up with these troubles again. Our faith may continue to be unspoiled.” E. Kortrevich: “I do niet think this is something that needs to be put into law. The Brotherhood of Saint Karl should be able to train their initiates what is or is niet a threat to our security and virtues through in-house edicts. I am niet in disagreement that many Ologs and Goblins are degenerates but I do niet believe it has a place in our Haural Caezk.” R. Kovachev: “Perhaps this bill might be reworded to - instead of the bull ban of orcish folk - have them be held to a higher standard for the strength of their kind?” - “Granted less room for slip ups, and higher punishments should they hurt someone.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “I-I think those coming to Haense near-naked are asking for frostbite; the fact that- they come regardless, says that they have ulterior motives than just cultural wear.” G. Godunov: “Ea agree with Lord Kortrevich.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “It should be put to law!” P. Baruch: “The orcs would do the same if humans barged into their nation every other Saint's day, and demanded Free bread, or Mi Latz-whatever.” G. Godunov: “This is devolving into outright racism.” - “Ea motion we put it to a vote and be done with it.” Alderman A. Korvacz: “HEAR HEAR!” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “And, if banishment is required, such is already capable of being dictated by the Crown and my own office. It is matter of these distasteful individuals being reported to the proper officials.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “I kicked out someone for degeneracy, and they were just allowed in regardless after I left my post.” P. Baruch: “That does nay do, Lord Kortrevich. A degenerate may be kicked out by one, then let in by another - the law dictates in absolutes. We can nay do with half measures.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “As I have discovered, many conflicts only end up being delivered to our city's clinic. And nen to anyone in leadership.” E. Kortrevich: “Then that individual was poorly trained, Lord Baruch.” R. Kovachev: “We speak of banning, but then talk of pardoning the 'good ones'. This is inefficient. Hold them to higher standards; make it known if they cause harm, there is no wiggle room to evade justice.” G. Godunov: “Ea agree consistency would be valuable but ea think that can be found within the Brotherhood. It does nay require the involvement of permanent law.” P. Baruch: “Can ye trust every Brother to be wise, and trained properly? They may have a maddened mind?” E. Kortrevich: “Is that niet the duty of our Officers?” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Or they were following their conscience, for there is nie law written for them to follow, Lord Kortrevich.” G. Godunov: “It sounds like your issue is with the Brotherhood, Lord Baruch.” C. Colborn: “Our brothers are off sound mind and sounder heart.” P. Baruch: “There is such thing as human-error, nay? Or is every man, and woman perfect?” - “Law does nay allow for human-error.” R. Kovachev: “I motion to a moderated debate, or a vote - there is too much messy discussion.” Alderman A. Korvacz: “Then there jest nie need for this bill if such jest the case, Aldermann Colborn.” He said to his right, with a bow of his head. C. Colborn: “If those who do not follow our laws appear they shall be removed any how.” G. Godunov: “Ea already motioned for a vote.” - “Ea think it is high time we moved on.” R. Kovachev: “My point proven.” E. Kortrevich: “I expect them to detect what is and is niet a threat to our security and virtues, as I also expect correction if errors are made.” S. Ludovar: “I second that.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “I-I've a question.” M. Colborn: “Ea third that.” T. Ruthern: “Cease. We will move to a moderated debate where final words may be shared and then a vote taken.” E. Kortrevich:“I say we let the Alderman ask his question.” T. Ruthern: “Da, Alderman Radovanic.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Do guardsmen simply have the right to remove any person from the city, then?” T. Ruthern: “The Lord marshal may answer vyr question.” C. Colborn: “Guardsmen must react in some of the most bizzare circumstance, I believe all my brothers and sisters are off sound enough judgement to make that call, If we see it neccessary, those who pose risk or danger to our people shall be removed simply put.” L. Palatine: “We are niet a land of savages, Lord Marshal. Even men of the brotherhood must cite our laws in justification.” P. Baruch: “Hear.” C. Colborn: “Which require judgement on their part Lord Palatine, as far as I was aware we are allowed to remove those from the city if they break our laws.” L. Palatine: “Of course.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “There's nie law to kick out degenerates then.” T. Ruthern: “Da, Lord Baruch.” Nataliya of Ghaestenwald “It is a moderated debate, Alderman.” P. Baruch: “I concur with what Ratibor said, even if out of line. Laws guide us, but there is nay law for being degenerate.” T. Ruthern: “Lady Godunov.” G. Godunov: “There may nay be a law against degenerates in itself, but there are laws against degenerate behavior, which we must trust the Brotherhood to enforce as they see fit, which may include removal of the perpetrators. Adding new legislature is redundant.” T. Ruthern: “The Lady Kovachev may speak followed by Lord Baruch after.” R. Kovachev: “I should like to agree with Lady Godunov, but would offer some suggestions for this bill. If adequate clothing is a concern for integrity of our culture, I might suggest the Royal Court express what might be permitted while on palace grounds - than adding restrictions to the whole city.” - “In addition to the matter of orcs and goblins. . A full on ban is not something I support; I've seen their kind exist in the city with no trouble.” - “If there is a concern of their threat of strength, I'd suggest for Lord Baruch to rewrite his bill to have it express little patience for any aggression or tomfoolery of their ilk in the city.” P. Baruch: “Firstly, I am willing to define ill-modesty, if it pleases the duma hall. If we are to nay define Orcs as degenerate too, I would simply incline myself to abolish them in the law directly.” - “This is because by banning them directly, we may stop them from entering our borders, and city directly this way, and stop their degenerate behaviours.” ... “If we allow them in, and they act degenerate as I am sure they will, the Brotherhood then has a seven to ten foot beast inside our walls, which may very well end up in the death of a haeseni man, or woman, of Canon faith. These beasts are more inclined to savagery, than diplomacy, hence my motion to ban them completely.” - “Why give them the chance to bludgeon our people? Do nay let them in at all.” T. Ruthern:“Spasibo Herzen Baruch. . .Royal Alderman Ratibor now.” S. Weiss: “Mea hand was raised before them.” He said, with his palm still lofted in the air. T. Ruthern: “And so vy will be next, Herzen Weiss.” S. Weiss: “..Da.” He then lowered it. Alderman R. Radovanic: “C-Can you cite which laws we could use Lady Godunov? I-I also don't understand what the palace rules would do. Most of Haense does niet live in Castle Lesanov.” T. Ruthern: “After Herzen Weiss and Royal Alderman Korvacz we will move to vote.” G. Godunov: “Firstly, ea do nay know why you ask eam this, of all people. Yam far from an expert in Haeseni law, and while yam a scholar of fashion, there has never been a strict set of rules for Haeseni dress, only guidelines and recommendations. Furthermore,” - “While ea respect Lord Baruch for putting his suggestion forward, ea believe it is entirely foolish to allow the racist, discriminatory opinions of one boy - a child - to become law. If the Brotherhood judges a visitor to be dangerous, they have the right to prevent him from entering. If they make a mistake, they must deal with the consequences. Barring an entire race will make a pointless enemy of Krugmar, and will likely only encourage them to cause more conflict in outrage.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Er… You are the one who said the guardsmen could use other laws. I want to know what other laws, since you're r-rejecting them right now.” G. Godunov: “Allowing this law to pass would set a dangerous precedent for other laws of its type, which would breed hostility, and do very little to actually aid us.” (to Ratbor) “You speak out of turn again. But ea believe that is a question for the Brotherhood. Ea can nay and would nay claim to have a full understanding of these things.” T. Ruthern: “It is the Herzen Weiss now.” S. Weiss: “Ea think Herzen Baruch is on ve right track. Degeneracy is real, and should be defined. It is an immoral plague upon our kongzem. Ea simply think it must be ammended to define what is ill-dressed and immodest, with the removal of ve additions directly naming the Orks ag their kin.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “If you do niet know, then why pretend to?” T. Ruthern: “Alderman Radovanic-! One more out of turn comments and vy will be removed.” T. Ruthern: “And lastly, Royal Alderman Korvacz!” Ivan VIII: “The first law of the Haurul states nie man may be punished for a crime niet within it. The prikaz law of times past are niet grounds for exile. Vy must define this degeneracy and enshrine it in law, or else it canniet be acted upon.” Alderman A. Korvacz: “While Y understand the wish to put this into law, Y wish to answer Aldermann Radovanic's question.” - “Law of Crime, VIII Let he who harms another outside of battle be guilty of Assault. Law of Crime, XVIII Let he who flaunts the teachings of the Church of the Canon be guilty of Heresy, and let he who undermines or challenges these teachings be guilty of Sacrilege.” - “Plus various other laws which could be cited in the case of degrency, should we should so apply it to those from outside our lands, should niet be founded on race. Y will niet vote in a law solely based on W racism.” - “To that degree, if the Bill jest to be passed, Y wish for the bill to cite what laws may be applied to all foreign citizens, niet on the foundation of race. Be that degrency in the act of indeceny, or laws cited within the Law of Crime. To base such on race jest foolish, e limits W potential for W law. Moy have the capacity to create a proper bill to prevent foreign miscreants from harming citizens of Haense, but it should niet be filed against just the Orcs, Ologs e otherwise. Moy have written the laws already, why add race to such? For if an Orc, an Elf, a Man harms a citizen, he should be treated as a criminal. There z many of various races who act with civility, and many who do niet.” - “Y affirm this, w Law should niet be founded on race. For all Races have W Capacity for evil. Cite indecency as it's own law, E create a bill upon the laws of Foreign Citizens, niet based on races.” - “That jest all, Y rest Y case.” T. Ruthern: “. . .And now to vote.” T. Ruthern: “Da.” P. Baruch: “Aye.” T. Ruthern: “Da.” M. Colborn: “Nay” E. Amador: “Nae.” S. Weiss: “Novkursain votes nie - but please do revise it. Ea believe vy to be on ve right track.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “We canniet just use any law for any purpose- they are niet anything goes, whatever fits.” E. Kortrevich: “Koravia votes NIE. The Brotherhood can do enough through our current Haural Caezk.” H. Valkonen: “Nie.” R. Kovachev: “Nay. It should be revised.” G. Godunov: “Nay.” Alderman C. Colborn: “Nay, until its revised.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Da.” Alderman A. Korvacz: “Y vote Niet. Let it be revised with W recommendations of W Duma. Remove Race e it can be considered.” P. Baruch: “The next time a ten foot olog stomps into the city, and demands something of ye - I will nay be risking my life.” C. Colborn: “Well if u were interested let me know for sure.” T. Ruthern: “NEXT TIME SOMEONE SPEAKS WHILE WE ARE IN A VOTE VYR VOTE WILL BE REMOVED!” R. Kovachev: “Revise the bill, Lord Baruch; know that I'd not let a wounded ego keep me from defending my brothers and sisters.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “Nen. A revision is necessary, that is nen based on the individual's race.” T. Ruthern: “Kovachev vote is removed. . .That being said the bill still does niet pass.” - “Shall we continue on or is a break needed?” - “A break as in the ending of the session.” She'd clarify. Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “A break, ai. And I ask to be granted leave, there is a pressing city matter I must attend to.” G. Godunov: “Yam in favor of a break.” P. Baruch: “Let us continue.” E. Amador: “Ein break, please.” Alderman A. Korvacz: “Da, allow a break.” Grand Maer I. Kortrevich: “I beg many pardons,” She'd add, though her visage was plainly weary. Alderman A. Korvacz: “Da.” P. Baruch: “Aye, then.” Alderman R. Radovanic: “Why break? It's niet as if- Is there niet still many bills?” E. Kortrevich: “I agree in ending the sesion.” E. Amador: “We've been here two saint's hours already!” T. Ruthern: “Ordak. . .Spasibo for all of vyr attention and participation.” - “This Session of His Majesties Royal Duma is hereby ended.” Session adjourned.

GUIDE TO THE DUMA JEAZIKMARV DLUM VE EDLERVIK Issued by the OFFICE OF THE LORD SPEAKER On the 11th day of Vzmey ag Hyff of 531 E.S From the Haurul Caezk, The Book of Honor Ch. IX. “The Royal Duma” (Ve Krawneo Duma): “IX.I. The Royal Duma shall sit as representatives of the Haeseni people by the grace of the Crown to advise on matters of law and action, and the Speaker shall oversee the assembly to ensure its sittings are peaceful and productive. IX.II. The Speaker shall be recommended to the Crown through a vote in the Royal Duma, of which those eligible for recommendation are: i. Every Haeseni Lord of landed title, ii. The Royal Aldermen. IX.III. The Royal Duma shall consist of two assemblies: i. The Upper Assembly. ii. The Lower Assembly, whose number shall not exceed half the seats of the Upper Assembly. IX.IV. Upon the Royal Duma shall sit: i. Every Haeseni Lord of landed title or their appointed representative, of which shall be a member of their family, who shall sit upon the Upper Assembly. ii. The Royal Aldermen, who shall sit upon the Lower Assembly. iii. The Grand Maer, who shall sit upon the Lower Assembly. iv. The Palatine, only as an arbitrator if a vote is tied… …IX.VII. On the first sitting of every session following an election cycle, there shall be elected from among the members of the Royal Duma: i. The Lord Handler, who shall aid in all apparent duties of the Speaker, stands responsible for marking attendance and voting tallies, and assumes the role as overseer of the Royal Duma in absence of the Speaker. ii. By Crown decree in time of need; the Royal Auditor, who shall upon their own volition seek to root out idleness and corruption amongst such high office as the Aulic Government and Noble Peerage. IX.VIII. As representatives of all Haeseni people, the Royal Duma shall: i. Petition the Crown to sign bills passed by three-fourths majority vote into law, ii. Advise the Crown by three-fourths majority vote, iii. Introduce or remove members of the Lower Assembly by three-fourths majority vote, iv. Establish and mandate both civil and martial infrastructural works, v. Create organised political institutions within the Royal Duma, vi. Receive petitions from the citizenry, vii. Mandate national holidays, viii. Elect Haeseni citizens to the Royal Orders of Merit. ix. Summon and investigate members of the Aulic Government and Noble Peerage, x. Ensure the regulation of law and domestic policies of the Royal State, xi. Ratify international treaties… …IX.IX. The Royal Duma shall sit once called by the Speaker, and those who neglect to attend regularly shall have their privilege suspended by the Crown. IX.X. A sitting of the Royal Duma that lacks at least half of its members and the Black Bulava shall be unlawful.” SEATS UPON THE DUMA THE LORD OR LADY SPEAKER A member of the Aulic Council, the Speaker is recommended by vote to the Crown upon the conclusion of a previous session. The duty of the Speaker is to run the Duma as a fair and composed court fitting of its status, prepared to act as Jovenaar or judge in the case of a court of honor (see: the Royal Inquisitor). Furthermore the Speaker sits upon the aulic council as an advisor to the crown, and is therefore best addressed as Their Excellency. The Speaker wields the Black Bulava, which must be at all times displayed to the Duma Hall while in session, and may use a gavel to maintain order in the Hall. THE LORD OR LADY HANDLER The Handler is elected at the start of a Session and maintains the prestige and conduct of the Hall. Should the Speaker require an absence from a meeting of the Duma, the Handler shall take their place at the front of the Hall. THE ROYAL INQUISITOR The Royal Inquisitor may be selected from the Duma by the Lord Speaker to serve the crown. The purpose of this position is to maintain the prestige and excellence of the Aulic Government and the peerage of the Kingdom. Should a case arise in which there is a dispute between or alleged dishonor by any members of the noble class, the Royal Inquisitor may convene a court of honor to determine the rightful truth, and should the Royal Inquisitor deem a member of the Aulic Government neglectful or acting with dishonor, they may call summon them to a session of the Duma Hall. THE LORD OR LADY PALATINE The Lord or Lady Palatine is only to vote in case of tie, but may also advise the Duma on its service to the Crown and Kingdoms. The Palatine shall be addressed as Their Excellency, and is both leader to the Aulic Council and highest advisor to the Crown. PEERS OF THE REALM By law, every landed house of Hanseti-Ruska is afforded a seat upon the Duma’s Greater Assembly. The Peer of the House is expected to sit on the Duma, or to appoint a representative if they are incapable. This ensures each Peer and their noble family are both obligated to hear the concerns of the people they represent and have an assured avenue to advise the Crown and fellow nobility regardless of their other obligations or interests within the Kingdom. Peers may engage in debate and are afforded one (1) vote per House. GRAND MAER OF VALDEV Per the Book of Honor, “The Grand Maer shall be elected to the Royal Duma through public elections held every six years, in which any Haeseni adult may run. The Maer shall be responsible for, and entitled to: i. Collect tax on behalf of the Treasurer. ii. Manage the Royal Capital’s tavern, or employ someone to do so. iii. Maintain the appearance of the Crownlands and Capital, and aid the Crown with improvements to infrastructure. iv. Hold festivities within the Crownlands and Capital, and liaise with the Royal Court. v. Publish Writs of Banishment and direct soldiers of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl if their commands are not contrary to that of the Officers, the Aulic Council, or the Crown. vi. Reside within the Maer’s Chamber of the Royal Duma Hall for the duration of their term.” The Grand Maer may not appoint a representative in their stead to the Duma, as they are an elected representative of the People. They may engage in debate and are granted one (1) vote per point of action. ROYAL ALDERMEN Per the Book of Honor, “The Royal Aldermen shall be nominated to the Royal Duma by way of Royal Decree or majority vote in the Duma, and may remain in office until their forfeiture or removal, in which any Haeseni adult may run if they do not currently sit upon the Duma.” By this law, the Aldermen may present themselves to the Duma as a candidate. When their nomination is ratified by a seconding from any current sitting member of the Duma, they may then be appointed or rejected by majority vote. The total elected aldermen may not exceed half the Peerage’s seats upon the Royal Duma. As of 529E.S., the number of Aldermen elected may be as many as four (4). Furthermore the Aldermen may not appoint a representative in their stead to the Duma, as they are an elected representative of the People. They may engage in debate and are granted one (1) vote per point of action. ORDER OF EVENTS ROLL CALL Every session of Duma begins with the calling of Roll from highest to lowest rank by title, during which each present member must make known their attendance. The current Roll includes: VALWYCK VIDAUS KVASZ MALKOVYA NOVKURSAIN ZVEZLUND KORAVIA KOVGRAD VERSKAYA SVARGRAD THE GRAND MAER, IOANNA D’ARKENT-KORTREVICH ALDERWOMAN ALEXANDRA BARUCH ALDERMAN ALEKSZEJ KORVACZ ALDERMAN CASPIAN COLBORN ALDERMAN RATIBOR RADOVANIC POINTS OF ORDER A point of order is a question directed at the Speaker over the agenda of the day or possible things that the Duma may address. If a representative wishes for a particular point of action (an item on the day’s agenda), it may be brought up immediately after the roll. BILL PROPOSAL A proposed bill is a suggestion for law or action. They are traditionally published to the public prior to the start of a session as a Letter to the Duma, and may furthermore be sponsored by a sitting representative upon the Duma. DEBATE Debate is the important though often spirited means by which the Duma hears the voices of the people elected to its seats. Debate arguments should be proposed to the Speaker, who will decide which of two forms the debate is conducted in: UNMODERATED During unmoderated debate, members of the Duma can speak freely, not needing permission from the Speaker to address the Duma. MODERATED During moderated debate, members of the Duma must ask for permission from the Speaker to present their argument to the Hall. MOTIONS MOTION TO TABLE Should a representative feel a bill is not ready for vote or that it requires further discussion and context, they may motion to table. Their motion must be seconded, at which point the vote shall be suspended and put into the order of business for the next meeting of the Duma. MOTION TO VOTE When a representative feels a debate has reached the ends of productivity, they may motion to vote. This motion must be seconded, at which point the speaker shall begin the voting process and all debate must cease. VOTING When voting begins, answers are expected to be prompt and without further comment. Each representative is entitled to one (1) vote, traditionally given in the scholar’s language of New Marian. OPEN VOTE An open vote allows each member to call their vote once they have decided. There is no order to the open vote, and it is best utilized as a means of swiftly concluding business. BY ROLL A vote by roll is more formal and organized in conduct. Each member of the Duma may not speak until their land or title is called, and must answer without further comment. DA (aye; ai; affirmative) Da indicates the representative approves of the proposed action. NIET (nie; no; negative) Niet indicates the representative does not approve of the proposed action. ABSTAIN An abstention waives the representative’s vote entirely, indicating neutrality. VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE Though rare, votes of no confidence can be called against members of the Aulic Government, included but not limited to the Lord Speaker. Any representative can call a Vote of No Confidence, but must be able to justify such a drastic action. Transcripts shall be published prior to the initiation of the next session of the Duma for both public and representative review. ETIQUETTE OF THE DUMA ADDRESS Members of the Office of the Duma, i.e the Speaker and Handler, are addressed by title. The Speaker may also be referred to as their Excellency, and in debate all members of the Duma should only address the Speaker directly; other members of the Duma may be referenced, but the arguments themselves should be presented to the wielder of the Black Bulava. Peers upon the Duma may be addressed as Herzen or Herzenas; literally indicating ducal title, but in the Hall referring to their status as Lord or Lady. They may also be addressed by the name of their highest lands, such as Vidaus or Zvezlund. The Grand Maer may also be addressed by title, and the Royal Aldermen as Aldermen, followed by their surname. VOTING The XLVII Duma Session is markedly more relaxed in its voting process: members may vote in their language of choice rather than the traditional New Marian, so long as it is clear whether they are indicating da, nie, or abstantion. A motion, such as a nomination or motion to vote, must be seconded by another member of the Duma. It will then move to vote: Duma Hall members should not continue to second a vote such as ‘third’ or ‘fourth’ing, as this only serves to make the voting process redundant and reflect poorly on the representatives’ conduct. GENERAL CONDUCT Once more, representatives address not each other, but the Speaker while engaged in debate. Each representative is expected to act in a conduct which reflects their position, and must understand that while upon the Duma they are a reflection of not only their House, in the case of the peerage, but the whole of Hanseti-Ruska – and advising the anointed Crown. They shall abide the Speaker and Handler and regard one another with respect. If a representative behaves in a way unbefitting of their position, the Speaker may ask them to leave. They are expected to abide by the Speaker’s request and address the issue directly with the Speaker upon conclusion of the session. After Duma, it is advised members resume cordial relations with one another and strive not to take what was said on the floor of the Hall as any indication of personal relation. POWERS OF THE DUMA The foremost responsibility of the Duma is to advise the Crown on the best measures to represent, protect, and provide for the people of Hanseti-Ruska. It may put forward candidates for awards of Royal Merit within the various orders of honor; propose laws and edicts; and issue summons to members of the Hanseti-Ruskan government to review initiatives and objectives within their offices. In case of a royal succession crisis, the Duma is the sixth and final resort, and should all other measures to procure a legitimate heir fail, may by majority vote elect a member of the royal bloodline to the throne. In case of a peerage succession crisis, the Duma is the sixth and second to last resort by which to determine a legitimate heir in conjunction with the Crown. GODANI JEST WIELKI, His Excellency, Henrik III Edvard Amador, Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, Viscount of Zvezlund, High Archivist to the Royal Valdev Library. Her Grace, Tataniya vas Ruthern, Lady Handler of the Royal Duma, Duchess of Vidaus, Countess of Metterden, Viscountess of Greyspine, Baroness of Rostig, Lady of Morteskvan, Lady of Barrows, Matriarch of All-Ruthern and Protector of the South.

TRANSCRIPT FROM 529 E.S. XLVI SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 529E.S RECORDED AND ANNOTATED BY THE HONORABLE HENRIK AMADOR IN ATTENDANCE: VALWYCK, His Grace Garen Baruch VIDAUS, Her Grace Tatiyana vas Ruthern, Lady Handler KVASZ, The Most Honorable Henrik-Otto Ludovar MALKOVYA, The Honorable Mikhail Colborn NOVKURSAIN, Lord Viktor Weiss representing ZVEZLUND, His Excellency Henrik Amador, Lord Speaker KORAVIA, His Lordship Erik Kortrevich KOVGRAD, Lady Rezalisa Kovachev representing VERSKAYA, Her Ladyship Galina Godunov SVARGRAD, Dame Rosalind Valkonen THE GRAND MAER, IOANNA D’ARKENT-KORTREVICH ALDERWOMAN ALEXANDRA BARUCH ALDERMAN ALEKSZEJ KORVACZ ALDERMAN Ser CASPIAN COLBORN ALDERMAN RATIBOR RADOVANIC Ivan VIII: All of you have bent the knee and sworn the loyalty of yourselves, and your men, to this Kongzem. The Marian Oath is a sacred one, sworn by your fathers, and their fathers before them for centuries. The farce of the first day of the tourney is not lost on me. I will not stand for sworn bannermen speaking treason. Margrave Kvasz, deliver Alric of your host to the Crown. He will beg forgiveness of myself and the Koenas, or I will cut the tongue from his mouth. I do not doubt your loyalty. But your Oath is his, and he has broken it. H. Ludovar: My Koeng. I thank you for your faith in me, although am quite ashamed by the actions of my kin. It is as you say, he as commited an afront to you, your wife, and to the Crown as a whole, and for that I deeply apologize on his behalf. I do apologize your Majesty, but that will not be possible, as you see- Aldric realising the errors in his ways sought atonement on his own accord, doing what he said the oyashimin people do to restore honour to their families, and right his wrongs. He did this by committing seppuku, with his body being left to the fishes. Ivan VIII: Saved me the trouble. Spasiba, Margrave. You may rise. H. Ludovar: My Koeng, Koenas. It will not happen again from another of my house. Ivan VIII: On with the Duma. H. Amador: -Right, then. - I welcome you all to our first session warmly, then, so we might get back to the good business of doing right by Crown and Kingdom. I am pleased to announce, first and foremost, that after running unopposed - we should welcome Lady Ioanna Kortrevich to the post of Grand Maer. Let us all pray the good Maer lives up to her welcome. I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: You honor me greatly, don and dona of the Duma! H. Amador: We need you to fill it, too. Our first matter of business is the election of our aldermen. Consider the floor open to nominations. We may elect, in whole, no more than four. E. Kortrevich: Koravia is deliberating, Your Excellency. Abdur Rasheed Al-Mona, spectator: Salam. I am Abdur Rasheed Al-Mona, sheikh of the banu mona. H. Amador: Are you Haeseni, firr? Abdur Rasheed Al-Mona, spectator: I am qalasheen. H. Amador: ..Disqualified. Anyone else? Abdur Rasheed Al-Mona, spectator: I don't make it to the next round? E. Kortrevich: I NOMINATE ALEKSZEJ KORVACZ. Footman of our Brotherhood, and my loyal levymen of the Bykursain. A. Baruch: I nominate myself. H. Amador: [Vulgarity] sake, Koravia, it's the Duma Hall, not the field of war. Breathe. - Let's hear from Korvacz, then, ah - Her Grace. - Speak, lad. E. Kortrevich: A Lord who does not stand for his men does not deserve for them to stand for him! H. Amador: Will they bray for you too, little bull? A. Korvacz: Spasiba, Lord Speaker. I am Alekszej Korvacz, son of Lorand Korvacz of House Korvacz. I wish to serve this Kingdom to the best of my ability, I would be honored to act as Royal Alderman. H. Amador: Will anyone second this man's nomination? Ser C. Colborn: I too would like to nominate myself, For our Brotherhood needs fair representation, and I believe I can aid in that. M. Colborn: I second Caspian's nomination. But I like the other guy too, if we can have more then one. H. Amador: We can have four, Lord Colborn. Might we focus on auwn at once before we lose the thread entirely? H. Ludovar: I third Caspian's motion as well. T. Ruthern: I fourth Ser Caspian's nomination! Ivan VIII: This is not the vote. Silence. Hear the Herzenas Baruch, then you may vote on the lot of them. H. Amador: And I ask the hall to make my job the slightest ounce easier, so His Majesty may not need to rein us in again. Duchess, would you introduce yourself? A. Baruch: Prevja, my Lords. It is my honor to once more address you all, as I have so many times in my Lord husband's absence as he fought to keep the Veletzian dogs at bay. It is this experience - so profoundly enlightening - that has called me to nominate myself. With your votes, I would continue to sit this proud body with the reason and just mind that I have, for so long, pursued. H. Amador: A second, for the Duchess? Next herzen to propose a third, or fourth, will be doused in Carrion. G. Baruch: Ah second it. H. Amador: We have three candidates for consideration, then; Alekszej Korvacz; Ser Caspian; and Lady Baruch. The seat needs nothing more than a majority vote to be had. Understood? Right. All in favor of Alekszej Korvacz as alderman. G. Baruch: Aye. E. Kortrevich: AYE. I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: Aye. T. Ruthern: Aye! R. Kovachev: Aye. H. Ludovar: Da. M. Colborn: Aye. H. Amador: Any opposed? R. Radovanic: I'd like to put myself forward! H. Amador: -Silence will be taken as abstention. - Zvezlund votes aye. - Korvacz sits as - for [vulgarity]’s sake - who are you? R. Radovanic: R-Ratibor Radovanic! My family has served the realm for generations, and I am a patriot! I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: Bona! H. Amador: Lords, eyes on me. - I'll second the Ratibor, if only for [vulgarity]ing gumption. A. Korvacz: Spasiba, it is an honor to serve. H. Amadorr: All in favor of Ser Caspian to sit as alderman. T. Ruthern: Aye! I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: Aye! M. Colborn: Aye. H. Ludovar: Da. V. Weiss: Aye. H. Amador: Da. G. Baruch: . . . Aye. R. Kovachev: Aye. Dame R. Valkonen: Da. H. Amador: An overwhelming majority. - Welcome, Ser Caspian, to sit as alderman. - All in favor of Lady Baruch, to the seat of alderwoman? G. Godunov: Aye. G. Baruch: AYE. V. Weiss: Aye. H. Amador: -Are there any opposed? G. Baruch: Aye, who is opposed? Ivan VIII: You are lords, not meek handmaidens. Vote! H. Ludovar: Da. E. Kortrevich: Da. R. Kovachev: Opposed. M. Colborn: I am not really opposed . H. Amador: -You cannot hold your tongues the moment of shiller of Carrion walks through the door, but the moment - Colborn, find an opinion. G. Godunov: Abstain, then. T. Ruthern: Abstain. . . Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: Da, no, or abstain. Speak. M. Colborn: Abstain H. Amador: -Lady Maer? I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: Abstain. R. Kovachev: Abstain. G. Baruch: Good. H. Amador: -Six in favor. Ve Lady Baruch, I believe, still has it. Welcome to the post of alderwoman. - Finally - all in favor of Ratibor Radovanic, to the final seat of Alderman? G. Baruch: AYE. G. Godunov: Aye. M. Colborn: Aye. I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: Aye! H. Amador: -Oil. I mean it. Vote, or suffer. T. Ruthern: Aye. . . V. Weiss: Da. H. Amador: Radovanic has it. R. Kovachev: Aye. H. Ludovar: Abstain. Although a query, if I may, Lord Speaker. H. Amador: Aye, Lord Ludovar? H. Ludovar: I could not say their age for certain, but is there not a legal age to sit on his Majesty's Duma? They seem on the younger side. Lord Palatine I.R: The boy is newly eighteen. Old enough to hold a sword - and to sit amongst the duma. Dame R. Valkonen: Abstain. R. Radovanic: I am learning how to read, as well. Lord Palatine I.R: Sit down, Ratibor - we need not your biography. E. Kortrevich: He does not know how to READ? H. Ludovar: If you say so. H. Amador: We have illustrated guides, Aldermen, your seats. I expect you to abide the etiquette of good sense until you can familiarize yourself wholly with the Dumof s laws and expectations. Moving onward. - Ve position of Lord Handler. Who wants it? For the unfamiliar - the Lord Handler is the right hand to the Speaker. They keep attendance; lead the Duma in my absence; keep order. E. Kortrevich: Can we nominate who we want as Handler? Ivan VIII: You all have tongues. If you wish to be handler, speak! H. Amador: Aye.: -Is it unclear, herzen, that I wish to hear you? I recognize I may not be the … E. Kortrevich: THEN I SUPPORT VIDAUS FOR HANDLER. H. Amador: …Most formal of Speakers. Are there any who wish to challenge Vidaus for Handler? R. Radovanic: I-I think the Duchess would be a dobry candidate! M. Colborn: I would like to second my support for Vidaus. G. Godunov: He asked if people were opposed. We are nay voting. Ser C. Colborn: I would support the Honorable Lady Ruthern for Handler. H. Amador: Does anyone else wish to run? - Na? Na? - Now we're voting. All in favor. M. Colborn: Aye. E. Kortrevich: AYE. Ser C. Colborn: Aye! R. Radovanic: Da! G. Godunov: Aye. V. Weiss: Da. H. Ludovar: Da. H. Amador: -Aye from Zvezlund. T. Ruthern: . .Aye? Dame R. Valkonen: Da. A. Korvacz: Da. R. Kovachev: Aye. Nerida Amador, spectator: I nominate myself! H. Amador: Nerida Amador, you are nine. I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: Aye, for Vidaus! H. Amador: Vidaus, welcome to the post of Lady Handler. We've done it. - Godan, we've [vulgarity]ing done it. Right. That's a Maer; four Aldermen; and a Handler. Let us work through business, then, before we return to fresh air. - I'd like us to first see auld writ. For reasons lost on me, this letter was ne'er reviewed within our last session - not to vote. - With our capital rebuilt, I think it relevant we put it to rest now. Lord Palatine I.R: The Palatial office strongly recommends a firm ban. H. Amador: It poses two questions - should we bar roadside signage from using this - glow-ink, and if so, do we owe the culpable merchants compensation for the price of change? Discuss. Open floor, but if you fail to treat each other with basic respect, we will have trouble. I [vulgarity]ing hate the stuff. G. Baruch: No compensation! It sucks! No glow ink. A. Baruch: New Valdev is surrounded by forest. They can replace their gaudy signage themselves. R. Kovachev: Might I Offer a suggestion? R. Radovanic: If there are no glowing signs, there shall be no trouble with competition. Ser C. Colborn: If we change the signs we should pay the people. It won't require a lot, but there are those who have worked hard to create them, I believe a chance for showing we do care is the best way forward. H. Amador: -Lady Kovachev, you don't have to ask. Though you may have to shout. R. Radovanic: I think they should be torn down! They hurt my eyes! G. Baruch: You are asking for the Crown to pay merchants to not use glowing signs. . . These merchants swim in coin, they will be fine! G. Godunov: I am an advocate for color in most things, but the glowing signs are ugly. And the light-pollution is so rampant that I can barely see the stars at night. T. Ruthern: I am for the glowing signs. . .I see no negative impact they create for the Kongzem. M. Colborn: I want to allow the local businesses to promote themselves. Banning their most favourite form of advertisement hurts this goal. A. Korvacz: Jest there evidence behind these claims? I have no issue viewing them, I would be interested to hear if the Clinic has had people coming in for issues because of the signs. E. Kortrevich: This will anger our Merchant class! Those posts and signs make the product more appealing! H. Ludovar: Honestly, I think that it draws attention to the businesses, but too much is not good. Perhaps a middleground philosophy would be good. Perhaps the main sign for the business may utilize such the ink, but not the others? Ivan VIII: They disgust me. Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: Da. I canniet read the signs, the light blurs together the letters. G. Baruch: Appealing? Do ye hear yourself? The signs are ugly. H. Amador: Ve counter, Lord Kortrevich, is that they make our streets unappealing. N'us with aging eyes cannot make heads nor tails of them. R. Radovanic: The glow signs shall only negatively affect businesses if some people c-continue to use them against the ban! Which would be- treason! Ser C. Colborn: No, I'm asking the crown to contribute a small amount for the tearing down of said signs to reimburse the merchants who pay their taxes. If we start to create a philosophy of not paying then why should they make trade within our Kingdom? G. Godunov: It draws too much attention, it's hard to read, and ruins the ambience of the city. E. Kortrevich: Then regulate a color scale! H. Amador: The letter does suggest we might allow their use indoors. R. Kovachev: I would petition this bill to be altered; to not have a full ban of this ink's usage. . But a guide made, within our laws, on which combinations may be tolerated in the city. That way, we may influence the look of our streets to appear better, with less harmful displays - such as deep crimson over rich brown. T. Ruthern: I quite like the colorful signs upon the streets. . . G. Baruch: My son will tear them down, free of charge. M. Colborn: I’d settle for banning very specific combinations of glowing letters, but nejt entirely. Entirely - would hurt the economy. Ser C. Colborn: I agree with the Honorable Lord Colborn. A. Korvacz: I second the motion of Herzenas Kovachez. E. Kortrevich: I CONCUR WITH THE RIGHT HONORABLE COLBORN. T. Ruthern: Herzenas Kovachev has the right idea! H. Amador: Does the Right Honorable Colborn concur with Lady Kovachev's thought that we might restrict the palette used? E. Kortrevich: Malkovya holds the seat of our nations Treasury, and is our foremost economist. We should head his word. M. Colborn: Aye, restricting certain palettes. I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: His wisdom on the matter of commerce and coin is why he serves as Lord Treasurer, afterall I second the Don Colborn, but with the additional suggestion of Dona Kovachev. R. Radovanic: There would be no trouble at all if all the signs were returned to normal! G. Baruch: It promotes illiteracy, and all those in favour of the signs wish to turn our children into illiterate sheep! I will not stand by it. G. Godunov: The bright colors are overstimulating! They will damage my children's minds and attention spans. H. Amador: Right - humor the thought. What color ink and wood does not sear the minds of the children, dare we say? E. Kortrevich: I grew up with them and I can read JUST fine. G. Baruch: CAN YOU? R. Radovanic: Creating guides are pointless, b-because we will just be covering the city in this 'less-bad' colourful signs. It will still be everywhere. Nataliya of Ghaestenwald: Colour is not the issue, the glowing ink is. R. Radovanic: Glowing everywhere. A. Baruch: Hear, hear! G. Baruch: If you wish for glowing signs, GO TO PETRA! R. Radovanic: What is wrong with normal colour signs? If nie-one uses the glowing ones, then the normal colours will look fine and s-stand out. G. Godunov: Kneeling to merchants to allow them to make our city uglier with advertising is foolish! They do nay run the nation. A. Korvacz: I am a father of several children, no have complained of the signage. This jest the first Y have heard of folk having issue with it, Y once again request Clinical records about the Glow Ink . . . [Interrupted by the Lord Speaker.] G. Baruch: GLOW INK SUCKS. H. Amador: Right. You have had your say, and your retort. I have no clinic record on hand, Alderman, though I can tell you I have heard complaints from patients regarding the blur of the lettering. Myself included. G. Baruch: AYE, I HAVE COMPLAINED. E. Kortrevich: WE CAN TELL. A. Korvacz: Spasiba, Lord Speaker, for the clarification. T. Ruthern: Clearly a majority of the Kongzem enjoys them if the ink is being used. . . G. Baruch: I WAS ONLY ABLE TO READ AT THE GOOD AGE OF TWELVE, DUE TO GLOWING SINGS. Ivan VIII: I canniet read whatever these merchants are writing. The glare is an assault on the eyes - But I leave it to the authority of the Duma! H. Amador: Alright - alright. You have had your talk. We move to vote. R. Radovanic: Only the nobility of the r-realm who own shops think they look dobry and well. M. Colborn: Speaker, may we proceed to a moderated debate? Dame R. Valkonen: I, in truth, can not conjure the effort to care for advertisements that may be placed about the city. They may perhaps be a nuisance, alternatively they aid in the creation of someone's livelihood. If this is truly to be a vote, I abstain and will allow the passions of other peers to guide the matter. E. Kortrevich: Honorable chamber, whilst the Merchant class may not run our nation they certainly drive an important role. Why place restrictions on them? H. Amador: Does the hall feel there is more to discuss? Alderman Korvacz, a point. - Do not interrupt the alderman. A. Korvacz: Spasiba, Lord Speaker. I wish to point out that, as many know, we lack a proper education system as of current. Would this not be a predominant reason for the lack of literacy? I would be futher inclined to believe that, then the fact the glow ink jest the issue. I bide my time. H. Amador: Is there any retort? - Loft your hand. Alderman Radovanic. R. Radovanic The fact that I canniet read does not make the signs look any nicer. They still hurt my eyes, and are bad. E. Kortrevich: No retort. HEAR HEAR. H. Amador: Spasiba, alderman - Kortrevich, stay your tongue before I have salt shoved down your throat. Herzen Baruch. G. Baruch: I had my local doctor look into a condition the Baruch's have had for centuries. We have curved eyeballs. Those with curved eyeballs have a higher rate of illiteracy with glow ink. If we are to turn Haense into the greatest Kingdom on earth, we can NOT fail here. Ivan VIII: Are all eyes not curved? They are round. H. Amador: -Eye-ball. Aye. It's - .. In the. . . Right. E. Kortrevich: Eye aye. G. Baruch: It is an imperfection in the CURVE! H. Amador: Lady Kovachev. - Ser Caspian will have the final remark thereafter. G. Baruch: You insult the Baruchs if you do not ban glow ink! H. Amador Herzen, spasiba. You may retake your seat. R. Kovachev: I would petition that a full ban be placed - however. . . This would go for free-form use of glow ink on signs. Should anyone wish to have any glowing displays, they ought to be required to seek approval from the Grand Maer or stewards of the city to ensure it's not harmful and remains legible. R. Radovanic: What if they have a bad opinion? G. Baruch: ONLY A FULL BAN WILL WORK. The Lord Baruch, representing Valwyck, throws a vessel of liquid towards R. Kovachev, representing Kovgrad. H. Amador: -Alderman Radovanic, you have had your - R. Kovachev: You would doubt the integrity of the figure elected to represent the people? H. Amador: Valwyck, sit down, put your hands in your [vulgarity]ing lap, and stay your tongue. I've seen my daughters handle a spat better than that display. Lady Handler, sit down. T. Ruthern: Sorry. H. Amador: Are you dukes and duchesses, or are you children? E. Kortrevich: I think they only wanted to aerate their drinks, Your Excellency. T. Ruthern: . . .He threw first! G. Baruch: A duke. . . H. Amador: My nine-year-old has posed better arguments, Lady Ruthern. Lord Baruch, I should have you apologize to Lady Kovachev. Lady Ruthern, an apology to Lord Baruch. At once. G. Baruch: No. I will not apologize. I refuse. H. Amador: Then we should move to vote, so you can be put down for your nap, Herzen. Or are you hungry? Should I call for a snack? A bath, perhaps? Godunov. Swiftly. G. Baruch: I am sorry, Rezalisa. M. Colborn: Speaker, why are we lingering? Ser Caspian was about to make the final remark. H. Amador: -I will hear Godunov - swiftly - then Ser Caspian. T. Ruthern: . . .Sorry, Herzen. G. Godunov: I propose the Lord Baruch be removed from his seat for the day. A man who treats his fellows in the Duma so poorly should nay be permitted a voice, at least for today. M. Colborn: I must second Baroness Godunov's proposal. H. Amador: Should it please their Majesties? A. Baruch: Might we not simply move to vote and conclude this session? I surely hope that this is the last bit of business - there is no need to extend it. R. Kovachev: B-better to get this session over with, Ivan VIII: The Herzen sits. He's a letter to present. Vote on the signs. H. Amador: Rightly on. - Ve Alderman was avowed a chance to make his point. He will speak, and we move, at once, to vote. There will be no further interruption, I beg. Ser C. Colborn: Whilst we have deliberated upon this matter I have though upon what I have heard from all sides, I do believe there are those who have this issue near enough upon the head, but missed a few crucial details, Alekszej made a valid point that our Kingdom, does lack proper education, this is something we should recognise as a fault and proceed to rectify, The honorable Lord Baruch, speaking upon the matter as a concern of health, this should be noted, if people are suffering from the signs, then a blanket ban makes sense, I would propose the ban be conducted in a fair and honorable order, as Lord Colborn Suggested that we create a guide for those to use to not harm our citizens as required, but also to protect those who suffer. H. Amador: Right on. - We shall vote aye to permit signate with restrictions - nay, to ban it outright. -Valwyck. G. Baruch: NAY. H. Amador: Vidaus. T. Ruthern: Aye. H. Amador: Kvasz. H. Ludovar: Da. H. Amador: Malkovya. M. Colborn: Aye. H. Amador: Novkursain. V. Weiss: Aye. H. Amador: Zvezlund votes not to the wretched signs. H. Amador: Koravia. E. Kortrevich: I vote to NIET ban the signs. So, Aye. H. Amador: -Lad, you do not need twelve words when one can suffice. Svargrad. Dame R. Valkonen: Abstain. H. Amador: Kovgrad. R. Kovachev: Aye. H. Amador: Verskaya. G. Godunov: Nay. H. Amador: -Alderwoman Baruch. A. Baruch: Nay. H. Amador: -Alderman Caspian. Ser C. Colborn: Nay. H. Amador: Alderman Korvascz. A. Korvacz: Aye. H. Amador: Alderman Radovanic. R. Radovanic: NIE! I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: Aye--with the promise of those restrictions. H. Amador: The signs carry on, but those in favor had best get together to propose restrictions by next session. Next business. Narcotics. I'd like to see sunlight in this lifetime again, so let us be brisk and brief, comrades. - Godunov. G. Godunov: The wording of this bill is vague - what substances are classed as narcotics? R. Radovanic: Krugweed. -I think. H. Amador: I believe that falls to this hall to determine, unless its writers wish to speak. Lord Marshal R.R: Anything that the Brotherhood deems necessary. H. Amador: It should not and cannot include liquor. I put that forward now. - Lady Handler, take us away. R. Radovanic: A-Alcohol is integral to H-Hanseti-Ruska! H. Amador: Are you the Lady Handler, Radovanic? R. Radovanic: Sorry, Lord Speaker! T. Ruthern: I shall default to my Herzen father - The Lord Marshal - to present this bill. M. Colborn: Would hookah be included in such narcotics? H. Amador: The Lord Marshal will present the bill, and we will discuss. Lord Marshal R.R: Dobry. Thank you, Lady Ruthern. Lords, Ladies, and Aldermen. Time ago our laws stipulated the banning of drugs, that being those such as whatever it is those bastards in Krugmar smoke. This bill seeks to limit the influence of the evil grown in Krugmar and under depraved places akin to Sutica of old like that of Kaethul and beyond, where narcotics are rife and all sorts of unholy things occur. Some time ago, one of our Queens of Hanseti-Ruska was even killed by a drug-dealer. We must not pollute our lands with lazy workers high off of this smoke. Our fields struggle for good farm workers. Keep to Carrion black, not the spells of fat and high Orcs. H. Amador: North-grown tobacco and alcohol ought remain unaffected, then? To be crystal clear. Lord Marshal R.R: Ai. H. Amador: Lord Kortrevich. M. Colborn: So we limit only Krugmar and Wretched grown narcotics? R. Radovanic: W-We should ban everything from outside of Haense! A-And anything introduced to grow in Haense, s-so there is no work-around. Ivan VIII: If any of you stoop so low as to grow this [vulgarity] in your fields I will see them burned. H. Amador: My Godan, this hall has been overrun by Kortreviches. M. Colborn: I concur with the young Alderman. H. Amador: I lift my last attempts at moderation, if only to spare myself the headache- speak, but also listen, freely. G. Baruch: BAN THEM ALL! Lord Marshal R.R: Tobacco and Carrion black is fine. It is homegrown. Krugmar owns these reefers and other sorts. E. Kortrevich: The Lord Marshal speaks true. The evil of Krug and Kaethul ought to not stain our glorious canonist Kongzem. - I only wish to see a list explaining what exactly is banned, what is not banned, and the punishment for the crime. I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: As Grand Maer, I must agree with the young Radovanic. If we partake in such things, let them be Haeseni in their make! G. Godunov: The lord Marshal provided very little clarification on what drugs we are banning. Throwing around the names of nations will nay be of any benefit when trying to enforce this law. If a man is smoking Green from outside Krugmar, with the Lord Marshal's phrasing, that is entirely legal. A list of banned substances must be determined, before we can vote. Ser C. Colborn: As the Royal Captain of the Brotherhood, I will not only second the Honorable Ser Rickard's idea, but will also be enforcing this law should it pass, we have seen those whose lives have become devastated by the misuse of such narcotics, we have no need for those who do not work, or do not help this great kingdom, we are a proud people, let us not bismerch our good names by allowing such filth into our population, I don't doubt that those who use such devices will oppose this, but I do believe as a community we can stamp out their impact on our populace, The brotherhood is more then prepared to deal with the lawbreakers, and we are adequately equipped to do just that. G. Baruch: AYE! E. Kortrevich: What he said. Ivan VIII: All intoxicants, save drink. We've no need for a list. R. Radovanic: All Green should be removed. Otherwise, folk will just say they got it from somewhere other than Krugmar. R. Kovachev: Perhaps this might make for a good opportunity of the Amayan Society of Exploration to look into these various narcotics; to better name which drugs are foul and corruptive to the rational mind and bar them more efficiently from our city. -My only concern for a full-blanket ban would that it might inhibit the gathering of medicines for the city's clinic. M. Colborn: Perhaps we can put Haeseni Grown label on them? And ban all narcotics without Haeseni Grown labels on them. H. Amador: Green leaves, rolled; powders, white or otherwise; anything which requires a match and is not the good 'baccy of sailors e'erywhere. Clinic should be permitted leeway, so long as there is not evidence of recreational misuse. I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: Substances that induce hallucinations and the like. E. Kortrevich: So are hookahs, pipes, and cigars exempt from this? H. Ludovar: Spare tobacco I hope your Majesty. R. Radovanic: 'No, this is green from the Heartlands, dobry and hearty for you.' Bad! Lord Marshal R.R: Ban the hookah. E. Kortrevich: If we are to regulate them with Haeseni labels, we need a commission. Preferably under the Palatinate or Treasury. R. Radovanic: Not another commission. Lord Palatine I.R: You are dreaming, Lord Erik. E. Kortrevich: One can dream. Ser C. Colborn: Tobacco poses no risk to ones mind, Alcohol does but in moderation it is fine, the problem stems from that other substances plague our lands, a list is not necceassary as our king has said, a blanket ban on all narcotics can be upheld with relative ease. A. Korvacz: As long as Tobacco, cigars, pipes and so Liquor is not banned, I see no issue. I agree with the Lord Speaker's addition. Lord Marshal R.R: Leave such in the hands of the Brotherhood. We regulate the commerce going through. M. Colborn: I am sure the Brotherhood can manage the regulation. H. Amador: Cigarettes, cigars, pipes - for tobacco - and liquor free for use; the rest to be moderated by the Brotherhood, with exemption for the clinic - who shall also be subject to Brotherhood investigation, if there is any suspicion of misuse. Does that sound like a fair summary? A. Baruch: Da, and with those additions in mind, I move to vote. Ser C. Colborn: Aye! G. Godunov: Aye. Can we please get this over with? E. Kortrevich: I second the motion to vote. Lord Marshal R.R: There is no need to overcomplicate the matter. We the Brotherhood shall settle matters. The BSK plans to work in line with the medics anyway to sort matters. M. Colborn: Third. H. Amador: The next spectator to interject is getting my boot to the face. Lord Marshal R.R: Fourth. A. Korvacz: Fifth. Lord Marshal R.R: If I be allowed, that is. H. Amador: You [vulgarity] - thirding a notion is voting with extra steps. Shut up. - Valwyck - aye for the ban, or nay, no ban? G. Baruch: AYE. T. Ruthern: Sixth! H. Amador: Lady Handler, I'll throw you in the river myself. - Vidaus, aye for a ban, or nay? T. Ruthern: Aye! H. Amador: Kvasz. H. Ludovar: Da. H. Amador: Novkursain. V. Weiss: Aye. H. Amador: Zvezlund votes aye, and I'll toast to it. - Koravia. E. Kortrevich: Aye - MY BULLS ARE SOBER. H. Amador: Malkovya. - Sorry, komit. M. Colborn: Aye - nejt worries. H. Amador: Kovgrad. R. Kovachev: Aye. H. Amador: Verskaya. G. Godunov: Aye. H. Amador: Alderwoman Baruch. A. Baruch: Aye. H. Amador: Alderman Caspian. Ser C. Colborn: Aye . . H. Amador: Alderman Koravzcz. A. Korvacz: Aye! H. Amador: -Maer? I. d’Arkent-Kortrevich: Aye. H. Amador: A unanimous vote. - We will hear petitions at the start of next Duma because you all need to go lie down. Get out. Session adjourned.

VELIKI ZOMBOR DUMA THE NATIONAL DUMA JEAZIKMARV DLUM VE EDLERVIK Issued by the OFFICE OF THE LORD SPEAKER On the 12th day of Gronna ag Droba of 526 E.S THE GLORY OF OUR REVIVED CAPITAL AWES ALL. It is the very heart of our nation; the seat of our Majesties; the lifeblood of our people. Accordingly it must be led by one capable of steering its course towards continued prosperity, and so with great pride we at last open nominations for the election of Grand Maer by decree of Their Royal Majesties and the Lord Speaker. Candidates shall be held to the highest conduct, and besides being a Haeseni of the age of majority, must not post campaign advertisements on private property without permission of its keeper; nor shall they bribe, intimidate, or otherwise interfere with the will of the eligible voter. Should they be willing to oblige by these terms, candidates may self-nominate through public pronouncement. Nominations shall be open for two months, until the 12th of Msitza and Dargund, with public election commencing thereafter. Duties and Requirements of the Grand Maer From ve Haurul Caezk of 525 E.S. X.V. The Grand Maer shall be elected to the Royal Duma through public elections held every six years, in which any Haeseni adult may run. The Maer shall be responsible for, and entitled to: i. Collect tax on behalf of the Treasurer. ii. Manage the Royal Capital’s tavern, or employ someone to do so. iii. Maintain the appearance of the Crownlands and Capital, and aid the Crown with improvements to infrastructure. iv. Hold festivities within the Crownlands and Capital, and liaise with the Royal Court. v. Publish Writs of Banishment and direct soldiers of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl if their commands are not contrary to that of the Officers, the Aulic Council, or the Crown. vi. Reside within the Maer’s Chamber of the Royal Duma Hall for the duration of their term. GODANI JEST WIELKI, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Ivan VIII, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Lord Protector of the Covenant of Man, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Slesvik, Solvesborg, and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia, and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Markev, Nenzing, Siegrad, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Astfield, Buck, Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, and Rytsburg, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera. HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Nataliya of Ghaestenwald, Queen-Consort of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Order of the Crow, Princess-Consort of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duchess-Consort of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margravine-Consort of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Countess-Consort of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscountess-Consort of Varna, Baroness-Consort of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, and Astfield, Lady of the Westfolk, Protector and Lady of the Highlanders, etcetera. His Excellency, Henrik III Edvard Amador, Lord Speaker of His Majesty’s Royal Duma, Viscount of Zvezlund, Baron of Mondstadt, Lord Archivist to the Royal Valdev Library.

NOMINATIONS FOR THE 503 E.S GENERAL ELECTIONS KRUZAE ZWY KONGZEM DLUM VE EDLERVIK, DRUZ VE EDLERVIK VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK, By decree of his Royal Majesty, Aleskandr II, and the Lord Speaker, an election is called in the year 503 E.S., to elect to the Royal Duma its three Royal Alderman. ALDERMEN Three Royal Aldermen are elected as representatives of the whole people of Hanseti-Ruska, by popular vote. They are tasked with giving voice to their constituents within his Majesty’s Royal Duma by proposing and shaping legislative bills. Aldermen may only be of common descent and once elected will sit on the Royal Duma as a Boyar. For a citizen to nominate themselves for Alderman, they must satisfy the eligibility criteria: 1. Candidates must be at least eighteen years of age; 2. Be of common descent; 3. Be a citizen for more than ten years; 4. Have proof of residence within the Kingdom; 5. Of good moral character and in good standing; 6. Be a member of the Church of Canon; It is highly encouraged that ALL candidates make campaign posts and host public rallies to boost their chances of election! NOTE: You may still campaign while nominations are being verified. Damar lifsti va Edlerviki, His Excellency, Otto Ludovar, Lord Speaker of Hanseti-Ruska, Count of Otistadt, Viscount of Sezwesk, Baron of Isaakev Her Ladyship, Anabel Elia Colborn, Countess-Emerita of Malkovya, Keeper of the Book, Lady Auditor of The Royal Duma, Secretary the Esrova Courts The Honorable, Timofei Petrovich, Lord Handler Hanseti-Ruska, Royal Alderman of His Majesty’s Duma, Master of The Pantry, Her Majesty’s Royal Fisherman, Founder of The Golden Rod Emporium, Local Fisherman of Valdev, Emperor of Fish, etcetera etcetera. . . ((OOC : CANDIDATES HAVE UNTIL TUESDAY 8 PM EST/12AM GMT TO RUN)) CAMPAIGN POST TEMPLATE Please include the following in your application: IGN: Character Name: Age: Place of Residence / Street Address: [Link to Campaign Post]

TRANSCRIPT FROM 500 E.S. XLV SESSION OF THE KING’S DUMA FROM THE OFFICE OF LORD SPEAKER DUMA OF 9 TOV and YERMEY, 500E.S RECORDED AND ANNOTATED BY HIS LORDSHIP HENRIK AMADOR IN ATTENDANCE: Valwyck: His Excellency, Ser Arthur Gant Vidaus: His Excellency, Viktor var Ruthern Reinmar: His Excellency, Manfred Barclay Otistadt : His Excellency, Otto Ludovar, Lord Speaker Malkovya : The Right Honorable Anabel Colborn, Lady Auditor Novkursain : The Honorable Ser Walter Weiss Koravia : Lady Gwenyth Vilac (REPRESENTING) Verskaya : Her Ladyship Alyona Godunov Mondstadt : His Lordship Henrik Amador, Scribe of the Royal Duma Alderman Blackwood-Weiss Alderman Petrovich, Lord Handler His Excellency, Ser Audo Weiss, Knight Paramount; testifying Amleth var der Grendok, Armiger of Staff IN ABSENCE: Thurant : Absent Alderman Rayne : Absent Valwyck : LATE SESSION CALLED TO ORDER OTTO LUDOVAR: Before I start with my planned agenda. AMLETH v.d GRENDOK: Only three are absent. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: It's a Miracle! HENRIK AMADOR: Sigismund's blessing, surely. [Lady Palatine Roslin Baruch departs.] OTTO LUDOVAR: A prayer led by Fr. Amleth Grendok. Please stand, and bow your head for the prayer. AMLETH v.d GRENDOK: For the opening of session, we shall recite the Prayer of Saint Adrian, Patron of Chancellors, Lawspeakers, and Representatives. O Glorious St. Adrian, Patron of Statesmen, Chancellors, and Lawyers, Your Life of prayer and penance and your zeal for justice, integrity and firm principle in public and family life led you to the path of martyrdom and sainthood. Intercede for our fellow Peers and Lords, our Chancellor and our King, that they may be courageous and effective in their defense and promotion for the sanctity of human life, that they may deny all unholy deeds and see to the protection of our realm. Amen. [The gathered, standing or assisted, return the Amen call.] You may be seated. OTTO LUDOVAR: With only ten boyars present, I will remind the chamber that the majority set for this session is six. Lady Auditor. ANABEL COLBORN: Da, Speaker? OTTO LUDOVAR: If you would begin the proceedings for your inquiry of Ser Audo. ANABEL COLBORN: In my capacity as the Lady Auditor of the Royal Duma, I hereby summon ve Kossarowain [c. Knight Paramount] Ser Audo Weiss, if he could step forwards please. A brief diversion as an apple pastry is passed from Amleth Grendok to Lord Speaker; the pastry falls; related exclamations irrelevant to record and struck. ANABEL COLBORN: A pleasure to see you again, Ser Audo. I have a few questions to ask of you, in relation to the Knightly Orders, however I also gather that the Duma wishes to address the missive written by Lord Andrik Ruthern. AUDO WEISS: A pleasure to see you too, Auditor. If you would, he still does bear the titleage of Ser. I've little to say on the matter, for I consider it clear once looked at beyond a single perspective. However, I do wish to preface that the duel denied was based upon the actions he took of striking another knight's squire at the table. Ask what you will. VIKTOR v. RUTHERN: You ought have accepted it. MANFRED BARCLAY: Good taste. Shame it landed on the floor [of the aforementioned apple pastry, presumed]. ANABEL COLBORN: Did I say Lord? My mistake - there are so many of these young Ruthern lords these days, it is easy to forget. VIKTOR v. RUTHERN: Whose squire? ANABEL COLBORN: Forlati mik [c. Forgive me], Herzen Ruthern - I shall open for questions from the hall later. AUDO WEISS: I believe a deeper look is required, niet all duels are proposed on honorable grounds - there is little honor to regain in the matter. I've largely found that Ser Andrik has used duels to avoid correction, rather than to follow our traditions. - And the squire of Ser Mikolaj, Rickard. ANABEL COLBORN: Unfortunately Ser Andrik is unable to be here today as he is attending to important business, however he asked that I ask you some questions, Ser Audo. If a Knight Paramount refuses a duel from one of their knights, what example does this set to the honourable populace, squires, and other knights? WALTER WEISS: Perhaps then the example should be to duel for the right reasons. Striking a squire then asking to duel when you're rightfully chastised is nie grounds for honor. AUDO WEISS: A knight requires discernment along with other attributes. We should niet permit belligerence, nor the wanton disregard for the formality of a duel. VIKTOR v. RUTHERN: The duel was issued for insult to his character, and questioning of his loyalty to the realm. As Ser Andrik said in his letter. 'Nie true knight upon this table' and such. ANABEL COLBORN: I understand that the hall is eager to question the Paramount; however, you will get your opportunity. WALTER WEISS: Because striking a squire that is not yours is an insult to his character, done upon him by his own hand. I fail to see how the responsibility falls upon Audo. ANABEL COLBORN: I see, skrali [c. Thank you]. The missive published detailing the incident also describes that you have been accused of cowardice in the past. Do you have any comments on this? [Ser Arthur Gant arrives for Valwyck.] AUDO WEISS: The duel was issued because he was told his actions had dishonored the table by striking another's squire - at least, he referred to such dishonor when returning through the doors. When I proposed to treat him as an equal at the table, he insisted he instead had no seat and that his presence there was merely of guestship - something I've not considered him until he decided such of his own volition. I take no joy in the way his status was treated. TIMOFEI PETROVICH [to Ser Arthur]: Your Excellency, you here to represent your wife? ARTHUR GANT: Have a guess. ANABEL COLBORN: Surely cowardice is nej trait for a Knight Paramount to display? TIMOFEI PETROVICH: I guess niet. AUDO WEISS: I do have comment: the delay he speaks of is my inquiry as to his reason for a duel. I find that taking the proper course is important, and I sternly disagreed with his stance. I find, rather, I was not permitted proper course. There were no seconds, nor discussions. There was nie seeking of satisfaction and he insisted on insulting me throughout. AUDO WEISS: There is nie cowardice in requesting understanding, nor in not resorting to wanton violence. ARTHUR GANT: You have refused my challenges as well, Ser Audo. AUDO WEISS: Actually, I never heard yours. ARTHUR GANT: I think you did. I threatened to kill you when you refused and you walked off. AUDO WEISS: That's niet a challenge - that's a threat. ARTHUR GANT: It was, aye. But I challenged you first. ANABEL COLBORN: Spasiba, Ser Audo. If the hall has further questions on this matter, it may wait until the end. I wish to move on to discuss your plans for the Knight Orders in the near and further future. KNIGHT, FROM POSTED GUARD: I apologize, but, may I serve as a witness for the situation? I will try to explain what I saw as objectively as I can. Even though I admit as a former squire I might have some bias, but I will try my best to stay objective. OTTO LUDOVAR: Next boyar who speaks out of turn will be removed. AUDO WEISS: If I recall, you came to my home when I was not present. If that is your proposal of the duel, then nie, Ser Arthur, I never heard it. The next I heard you proclaimed you would have dueled, but you had dropped it. ARTHUR GANT: I challenged you in the barracks. If you seek to call me a liar, I'll duel you in this [expletive] hall. - The good Lord Speaker's requested your silence. Shut your mouth. AUDO WEISS: Then I request proper process for the matter with seconds, Ser. I heard you wishes to speak to me alone; we never found time to meet, and you had dropped the duel by the time we got to speak. You never ushered[sic] a word of challenge. So if you so seek it - ai, we'll duel - and we'll do it right. ANABEL COLBORN: If we could avoid inciting a riot in the hall, Ser Audo. I wish to hear about any reforms you have in mind for the Knightly Orders. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: There will be no dueling interrupting this very session, Lord Marshal. Let us continue on with the questioning. ALYONA GODUNOV: If none of us are able to speak, I will take my leave. This is unproductive. Dravi, all. [Alyona Godunov departs.] OTTO LUDOVAR: Leaving your duties is not productive either. WALTER WEISS: You can't say a duel won't happen, Lord Handler. My papej has accepted his challenge. That is law. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: It can happen, but not here. His Majesty's Royal Duma shall not be interrupted during schedule. ANABEL COLBORN: I have been asked to question you about how you shall combat existing stagnancies within the Knight Orders, if you please - meaning nejt just the repopulation of the knightly table but a reform of its procedures. What say you? ARTHUR GANT: Go on and do whatever paperwork you need to do. AUDO WEISS: Ai - well - waking the order up from a slumber is one. We have already undertaken thorough investigation of the bej nikirala [c. endless winter] and have begun investigations into multiple dens of undead. As it stands, the process, too currently lays too vague and requires adjustment. The reputation of the knights within Haense and beyond has also slipped and is a focus of my own - as well as a reverence for our heritage. On this I've already taken to stocking our resources alone, for many years and we are already embarking upon excursions to fight beasts and the like. [to Ser Arthur] Find yourself a second. Meet me afterwards. [Ser Arthur departs.] OTTO LUDOVAR: Mark Valwyck as absent, Lord Handler. VIKTOR v. RUTHERN: Will you mark the Godunovs absent as well? OTTO LUDOVAR: Ai. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Valwyck, Absent - Verskaya, Absent. VIKTOR v. RUTHERN: Dobry, dobry. ANABEL COLBORN: Spasiba. In the interests of brevity, Speaker, those are my questions. May we conduct moderated debate on the remainder of the hall's questions for the Paramount? WALTER WEISS: Mamej! I must go in ten minutes! I'll need you to take my seat! VERONICA WEISS: Ordak. ANABEL COLBORN: Perhaps only a few questions. VIKTOR v. RUTHERN: I've a mind to see the Ser Arthur ready for his duel, and to work on my castle further. [Viktor v. Ruthern departs.] OTTO LUDOVAR: Vidaus absent. We will end questions there. I will not have my boyars walk over me anymore. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Very well. OTTO LUDOVAR: You are dismissed, Ser Audo. Roll call, Lord Handler. [Reinmar, Otistadt, Malkovya, Novkursain, Koravia, Mondstadt, Alderwoman Blackwood-Weiss, and Lord Handler are present.] AMLETH v.d GRENDOK: We still have quorum. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Eight Present, Lord Speaker - Five have either left their duties or have niet bothered to show at all. We may proceed at your leisure, your Excellency. OTTO LUDOVAR: Great- Lord Stafyr asked me to present his bill on his behalf. He was unwell. MANFRED BARCLAY: I wonder what has become of diligence with some. [Review of the proposed bill by Lord Thondorous Stafyr regarding construction of a door at the entrance to the presently open Duma Hall.] OTTO LUDOVAR: Has anyone have any comments? MANFRED BARCLAY: Not quite, the bill seems reasonable to me. ANABEL COLBORN: I do not think comments are necessary. GWENYTH VILAC: I’d be fine to vote, really. OTTO LUDOVAR: We will move to a vote. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Reinmar. MANFRED BARCLAY: In favor, I suppose. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Otistadt. OTTO LUDOVAR: Ai. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Malkoyova. ANABEL COLBORN: Da, please. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Novkursain Representative. VERONICA WEISS: Si. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Koravia Representative. GWENYTH VILAC: Da. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Mondstadt. HENRIK AMADOR: Ai for the door. Happy to help put it in, too. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Alderman Blackwood-Weiss. MARIAN WEISS: Da. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: And I vote Da - eight Da's, unanimous. As long as we can afford these renovations, which I am sure we can, I have nothing to debate. THE DOOR BILL OF 497 8 - 0 - 0 OTTO LUDOVAR: I have a bill to present to the floor as well. This bill is aimed to renovate an integral government building; Lord Isaak has pledged to fully fund this venture. I am open to questions and revisions. [Review of bill proposal for renovation of Valdev city hall.] TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Ah- dobry. The Kongzem surely thanks the Ludovars for the funds, I'm sure. MANFRED BARCLAY: I've a question – what exactly is envisioned with renovating the two Aulic offices within the hall? Do the current ones not suffice? OTTO LUDOVAR: There is a lot of empty space, which could be repurposed. ANABEL COLBORN: Provided it actually happens, I think it wise to do this. I assume that some proposed building plans have been drawn up? OTTO LUDOVAR: Individual offices for Kallestans would be a good change. We will draft plans if this bill is assented. MANFRED BARCLAY: Think we're as good as ready to vote. OTTO LUDOVAR: Then we will vote. - Reinmar. MANFRED BARCLAY: In favor. OTTO LUDOVAR: Otistadt votes in favor. Malkoyova. ANABEL COLBORN: Da! OTTO LUDOVAR: Novkursain. VERONICA WEISS: Si. OTTO LUDOVAR: Koravia. GWENYTH VILAC: Da. OTTO LUDOVAR: Mondstadt. HENRIK AMADOR: Aye. OTTO LUDOVAR: Alderman Blackwood-Weiss. MARIAN WEISS: Da. OTTO LUDOVAR: Lord Handler Petrovich. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: Da. RECONSTRUCTION OF CITY HALL 8 - 0 - 0 OTTO LUDOVAR: The bill is passed. With no more on the agenda, I motion to end this session. TIMOFEI PETROVICH: I second. OTTO LUDOVAR: GODAN bless and see you at our next session.

JURA I SZLATA ON THE STANDARDS, PRIVILEGES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF NOBILITY Issued by THE LORD SPEAKER In accordance with the wishes of THE CROWN Naf zwy 12th hag i TOV ag YERMEY i 481 E.S. Table of Contents I. INTRODUCTION II. DEFINING NOBILITY III. PRIVILEGE OF NOBILITY IV. RESPONSIBILITIES OF NOBILITY V. STANDARDS OF NOBILITY VI. JURA I SZLATA RENDITION I. INTRODUCTION Va Birodeo ag Herzenav, With the migration of the Kongzem of Hanseti-Ruska from the realm of Almaris to Aevos, we find ourselves tightly packed inside the walls of our new home. It will take time before the Noble Houses of Haense may expand outwards into the surrounding land and erect their castles and walls. As Lord Speaker of the Lord’s Duma gracefully formed by His Majesty Koeng Georg I, I have taken up the duty of structuring a new Law of Nobility to be followed by the Houses of Haense who have received titleage by the Crown. This proposal will detail an objective definition of nobility, including both the privileges and responsibilities of titled houses, that establish the rules and regulations to each Noble House and its residing kin. With an objective Law of Nobility established, a subjective privilege will be granted to every House of Nobility the privilege to petition His Majesty for additional land by their keep, the option to erect farms, towns, and other personal structures that is outside what the objective laws allow. Finally, the proposal will end with a complete rewrite of the Jura i Szlata, the Law of Nobility, as it stands in the Book of Honour, following an objective set of standards for each title of nobility. These standards will guide the Noble Houses of Haense to greater noble standing, or bring to light an unnecessary holding of position and titleage that the Lord’s Duma may convene on and present to the Koeng. With the blessing of His Majesty and the Aulic Council, this proposal will be put forward to the Lord’s Duma for revision, or confirmation, and subsequently be applied immediately to the long-standing Book of Honour. II. DEFINING NOBILITY When defining what separates the Noble Class from the Common Class, the following are evident: - The Noble Class shall include he who holds a landed title and their lawful kin - He who carries the title of Baron of the Crownlands, and his kin, shall be granted a Manor to reside in by will of the Crown - Landed titles shall be those titles granted by the Crown to a Haeseni citizen, and that title shall pass unto his heir. - Titles without land shall be titular titles, granted to an individual by the Crown, and they shall return to the Crown upon the death of that individual, unless otherwise stated. Titles of Nobility within the Kongzem are detailed further in the Jura i Szlata - Matters of Regency, disownment, inheritance, etcetera are defined in the Jura i Szlata These self-evident definitions of Nobility will forever carry on through the Jura i Szlata and stand as the sole objectively defined difference between the Nobles and the Commoners. Further definitions between the Noble and Commoners are subjective, and not in accordance with the Law of Nobility. Under the STANDARDS OF NOBILITY, each ranked title will have a detailed explanation of the necessary efforts and contributions to the Crown and Kongzem by which a House may reach and maintain the proper titles granted by His Majesty. These standards will be in accordance with a House’s MILITARY ACTIVITY, GOVERNMENT INVOLVEMENT, COURT PARTICIPATION, and GENERAL PRESENCE. III. PRIVILEGES OF NOBILITY The Noble Houses of the Crown are given certain privilege as a reward for their dedication and contribution to the Crown and His People. These privileges apply to all Nobility as a whole, and stands as an objective set of laws that separate Nobility from the Common folk. The Privileges of Nobility are as follows: - The Privilege to sit on Duma - either Lords’ or Peoples’ Duma depending on titleage - The Privilege to own a keep with walls to host their kin - The Privilege to defend their land from invasion - The Privilege to settle taxable tenants on their promised land - The Privilege to employ a guard of retainers, of which are in service to the Crown first - The Privilege to host a family who shall dedicate themselves to the Kongzem in service of arms, politics, and all other aspects - The Privilege to petition to the Crown for additional land and/or property outside of their keep - The Privilegeto bear the unique heraldry of their House - The Privilege and entitlement to be executed by way of beheading - The Privilege to elect a Champion to fight on their behalf in a Trial by Combat - The Privilege to seek private audience with the Crown - The Privilege to seek position as a squire in the Knightly Order of the Crow - The Privilege to a Regent in the event a landed Lord is below the age of Eighteen - The Privilege to determine inheritance to titles and land with consent from the Crown These privileges apply objectively to all Noble Houses given titleage by the Crown. These privileges will forever dictate what Noble Houses can do in the eyes of the Law, and are not subject to change. Besides these objective laws, the Noble Houses are also held to subjective laws established by the Crown. These subjective laws can include, but are not limited to: - The Privilege to expand a Noble Houses’ claim of land by petition of the Crown - The Privilege to create additional structures - such as towns and keeps - on a Noble Houses’ claim of land by petition of the Crown - The Privilege to till farmland on a Noble Houses’ claim of land by petition of the Crown These subjective laws, of which are not completed in full, are for the Crown to decide upon a petition from a House of Nobility. These privileges are subject to change from Koeng to Koeng, and even during the same Koeng’s rule, if He sees it fitting to alter. In addition, these petitions allow for higher standing noble families to ask for more from His Majesty, including, but not limited to: larger keeps than other families, denser towns, and more expansive farms. These objective and subjective laws stand to uphold Law and Order in Nobility, and relieve stress from the shoulders of His Majesty, without seeing a need to change the Jura i Szlata with the coronation of each Koeng. IV. RESPONSIBILITIES OF NOBILITY The Noble Houses of the Crown are expected to carry out a list of responsibilities, or tenets of noble operation, as result of His Majesty’s will to give them titleage. These responsibilities apply to all Noble Houses, and the greater a Noble family, the greater the responsibilities. The Responsibilities of Nobility are as follows: - The Responsibility to forever swear to the Crown, and to protect its Life. - The Responsibility to forever swear to Hanseti-Ruska, and Her People. - The Responsibility to follow all laws of the Book of Honour, and adhere to any changes. - The Responsibility to defend Hanseti-Ruska, and Her People. - The Responsibility to fight for the Crown, and uphold its cause. - The Responsibility to summon the forces of your kin when His Majesty wills it. - The Responsibility to defend Hanseti-Ruska’s borders, and fend off all of Her enemies. - The Responsibility to advise His Majesty and seek the greatest outcomes for the Kongzem. These responsibilities apply to all the Noble Houses of Haense, and stand as objective law that cannot be changed, swayed, or debated. The service and protection of His Majesty and His Kongzem comes before a Peer and his kin - as it was His Majesty who graced said Peer with titleage, and granted his family nobility and land. V. STANDARDS OF NOBILITY In the current envision of the Jura i Szlata, the standards that Noble Houses are held to are far too vague and often left solely to His Majesty to decide whether a house is worthy of higher status, or deemed unfit and deserving of demotion. With an official establishment of a nobles’ Prvileges and Responsibilities, it is in our best interest to also lay the foundation of standards for each rank of titleage in Haense. Therefore, the newest rendition of the Law of Nobility will structure the standards of nobility based on four main categories: MILITARY ACTIVITY, GOVERNMENT INVOLVEMENT, COURT PARTICIPATION, and GENERAL PRESENCE. Each category encompasses multiple subcategories that further detail the numerous contributions a Noble family can undergo in deserving of titleage. MILITARY ACTIVITY - A family that contributes multiple loyal kin and tenants to serve in the Brotherhood of Saint Karl display ambition for the Kongzem’s safety and security. The more members of a House in the Brotherhood, the better. - The Knights of the Order of the Crow and Marian Retinue uphold the ideals of honour and chivalry. Though unlikely for there to be as many noble kin in knighthood versus the Brotherhood, a house with bountiful knights who represent the Crown is certainly a sign of a prospering family. - A noble house has the privilege to gather a retinue of house guards and levymen, of which must already be soldiers of His Majesty’s army. But, a notable size of levymen for a sole house boosts their readiness to protect the Koeng’s lands, and represent the power of a Noble House that his Majesty can always rely on. - Large numbers alone may show a family is about often, but if these numbers lack in a rally when called upon, then they are only for show. Houses that rally considerable numbers more often are the pinnacle of Haeseni might. - Besides the raids of other nations and settlements, often attacking on our soil, it is evident that there will always be forces outside of national jurisdiction, such as the Mori’quessir, or other abnormal and or ancient forces seeking the destruction of our people. The might and presence of noble peers and their kin to fend off these abnormalities produces light in an otherwise shadowed area of knowledge. GOVERNMENT INVOLVEMENT - A Peer’s involvement in Duma is paramount to the advisory of the Crown, and addressing matters of law and civil discourse before further elevation. Although a peer is granted the privilege to sit and participate in Duma, their lack of involvement and indecisiveness can affect how their dedication to the Crown and It's people are viewed. - The highest position in government is the positions on the Aulic Council that directly work with His Majesty on multiple facets of the Kongzem. Although holding an Aulic position does not grant favorability in a noble family, that which is accomplished while employed as an Aulic member will certainly benefit the family greatly. With so few Aulic Council members, it is not possible to dedicate an entire family towards one position. - Though, each Aulic Council does have offices or assistants of their own, capable of aiding that Aulic member with completing tasks for His Majesty much more efficiently. Noble men and women aiding the Aulic Council through tasks and projects displays their commitment to His Majesty’s government, and ensuring it operates properly. COURT PARTICIPATION - The Koena’s Court is the forefront of establishing Haeseni culture to all citizens and visitors. Through the guidance of Her Majesty, the efforts of nobility to assist in spreading the knowledge and understanding of various Haeseni holidays, cultural properties, and influences different families have as a whole on the city. - Along with understanding Haeseni culture, it is the task of the Koena’s Court and her trusted employees to host various events in and out of the city. These events can vary greatly, but what matters are the events hosted by nobles in the Courts, and how often these events are held with rather successful rates of participation, inspiration, and representation. - Though educating the common folk through cultural lessons and hosting grand events certainly has its merits, it is the skill with a quill that truly informs the masses. The multitude of missives and event announcements sent all across the city and realm are the works of talented writers in the Courts - and those authors and the families they come from are certainly kept in mind. GENERAL PRESENCE - The life of Hanseti-Ruska rests mainly on its people and their day-to-day lives within the city. The noble families are looked up to and respected by the common folk, and serve as inspiration to them. The active families who associate in the tavern, talk with the citizens and visitors of the city, attend church masses, and overall participate in city-wide hosted events are much more desirable than people believe. - There have been multiple cases in Human history where families have had multiple children - breaking numbers such as eight, ten, and even twelve. But it is not the amount of kin that spells success for a family, but instead the quality of the character of each individual person. A family of twenty with nothing special amongst them, almost copy-cat like behaviors, is ill-looked upon. But a family of truly individualistic characters is highly desired, and leads to the greatest outcomes of government involvement and military activity. - Among the choices of government, Koenas’ Court, and military, there are a variety of positions in the city that can be held by members of nobility. Work in the tavern, or even shops put up by noble families and run by their kin are methods of providing quality of life to the citizens of Haense, and display the hard-working efforts of nobility to work alongside their Kongzem and grow with it. With these standards applied to the Noble Houses, each titleage is expected to meet specific standards to achieve said noble ranking. The expectations of Duchies are more than Counties, and those of Viscounties are greater than Baronies. Below will establish the expectations of each Noble House, and the standards that Lord’s Duma will hold themselves to when deciding if a Titled Family should receive praise and promotion by His Majesty, or be demoted to an appropriate noble standing. The Noble Houses are expected as follows: Ducal Houses: - The highest standing nobles of Hanseti-Ruska, who stand at the pinnacle of inspiration to all nobles of Haense and the citizens of the city. These houses are expected to prove themselves in all categories of Standards of Nobility, and in doing so: - Are active in the military beyond any reason of doubt. - Are involved in the government beyond any reason of doubt. - Are participating in the Koena’s Courts beyond any reason of doubt. - Are present in the general environment of Hanseti-Ruska beyond any reason of doubt. Comital Houses: - The second highest standing nobles of Hanseti-Ruska, who have proven time and time again their commitment to the Kongzem and Crown. These houses are expected to prove themselves in at least three categories of Standards of Nobility, and in doing so: - Are active in the military, and stand to show their strength can be relied on by the Crown. - Are involved in the government and take up positions in different fields and offices. - Are participating in the Koena’s Courts more often than not, and aiding Her Majesty greatly in her endeavors. - Are present in the general environment of Hanseti-Ruska and offer their aid and services greatly to the city and its citizens. Viscountial Houses: - The middle standing nobles of Hanseti-Ruska, who have reached a status of true nobility and broken free of Barony. These houses are expected to prove themselves in at least two categories of Standards of Nobility, and in doing so: - Are active in the military, hosting a good number of members dedicated to the Crown. - Are involved in government offices, contributing to the forwarding nature of the offices of Aulic. - Are participating in the Koena’s Courts where able - offering aid in setting up traditional events and scribing notices and missives. - Are present in the general environment of Hanseti-Ruska, and attend multiple events and citizen gatherings. Baronial Houses: - The lowest standing nobles of Hanseti-Ruska, who have piqued the interest of His Majesty and His Lord’s Duma, and have been granted the chance of rising into the ranks of Nobility. These houses are expected to prove themselves in at least one category of Standards of Nobility, and in doing so: - Are active in the military, holding a few positions of stature. - Are involved in government offices, assisting higher positions with their work and benefiting the nation. - Are participating in the Koena’s Courts and offering their aid to run events and fixing up schedules. - Are present in the general environment and are publically socializing with society. These expectations lay the foundation of what Nobility must strive for, and act as a guide for Lord’s Duma to refer to when discussing the titleage a House deserves. It is the responsibility of the Peers of the Noble Houses to ensure these new laws within the Lord’s Duma, and to hold one another accountable and present notable causes to His Majesty when necessary. VI. JURA I SZLATA RENDITION Law of Nobility JURA I SZLATA These words shall proclaim the standards, privileges, and responsibilities of the Noble class. The Noble Class I The Noble Class shall include he who holds the landed title and their lawful kin. II Landed titles shall be titles granted by the Crown to a Haeseni citizen, and that title shall pass unto his heir. III Let he who carries a title of nobility without land be deemed a titular Noble. IV Titles without land shall be titular titles, granted to an individual by the Crown, and shall return to the Crown upon the death of that individual. V Titles of Nobility within the Kongzem shall include: Grand Prince or Grand Princess | Hauchprinzen ludr Hauchprinzenas Awarded titularly to the Heir Apparent of the Kongzem. Prince or Princess | Prinzen ludr Prinzenas Awarded titularly to members of the Royal House. Duke or Duchess | Herzen ludr Herzenas Awarded to Houses of the highest merit whose contributions to all aspects of the Kongzem are beyond doubt. Count or Countess | Komit ludr Komitas Awarded to Houses of great merit who contribute remarkably to the multiple aspects of the Kongzem. Viscount or Viscountess | Vikomit ludr Vikomitas Awarded to Houses are of commendable merit who contribute actively to the Kongzem. Baron or Baroness | Bossir ludr Bossira Awarded to fledgling Houses in recognition of their contributions to the Kongzem. VI Nobility shall be referred to as ‘Lord’ or ‘Lady’, and the Noble holding the title and his spouse shall be referred to as: Grand Prince | Hauchprinzen Your Serene Highness | Vyr Haurazir Prince | Prinzen Your Highness | Vyr Hauraz Duke | Herzen Your Grace | Vyr Graiz Count | Komit Your Right Honourable | Vyr Kariavir Viscount | Vikomit Your Honorable | Vyr Kariav Baron | Bossir Your Lordship | Vyr Zaltry Privileges of Nobility VII All Nobility are provided the following: The Privilege to sit on Duma - either Lords’ or Peoples’ Duma dependant on titleage The Privilege to own a keep with walls to host their kin The Privilege to defend their land from invasion The Privilege to settle taxable tenants on their promised land The Privilege to employ a guard of retainers, of which are in service to the Crown first The Privilege to host a family who shall dedicate themselves to the Kongzem in service of arms, politics, and all other aspects The Privilege to petition to His Majesty for additional land and/or property outside of their keep The Privilege to bear the unique heraldry of their House The Privilege and entitlement to be executed by way of beheading The Privilege to elect a Champion to fight on their behalf in a Trial by Combat The Privilege to seek private audience with the Crown The Privilege to seek position as a squire in the Knightly Order of the Crow The Privilege to a Regent in the event a landed Lord is below the age of Eighteen The Privilege to determine inheritance to titles and land with the Crown’s permission Responsibilities of Nobility VIII All Nobility are responsible for the following: The Responsibility to forever swear to the Crown, and to protect its Life The Responsibility to forever swear to Hanseti-Ruska, and Her People The Responsibility to follow all laws of the Book of Honour, and adhere to any changes The Responsibility to defend Hanseti-Ruska, and Her People The Responsibility to fight for the Crown, and uphold its cause The Responsibility to summon the forces of your kin when His Majesty wills it The Responsibility to defend Hanseti-Ruska’s borders, and fend off all of Her enemies The Responsibility to advise His Majesty and seek the greatest outcomes for the Kongzem Standards of Nobility IX All Nobility shall be held to specific standards meant to gauge noble ranking X Military Activity Included, but not limited to, the involvement of Noble Families in the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, the Knighty Orders, House Guard affiliation with the BSK, and strong presence during times of rally XI Government Involvement Included, but not limited to, the involvement of Noble Families in the Aulic Council, the Offices of dependant Aulic positions, and Lords’ and Peoples’ Duma XII Court Participation Included, but not limited to, the involvement of Noble Families in the Koena’s Court, aiding in creating and hosting traditional events, and documenting and releasing missives and publications XIII General Presence Included, but not limited to, the involvement of Noble Families in the city involving citizen association, event participation, and presence in royal courts, church mass, etcetera XIV A landed Duke shall: The highest standing nobles of Hanseti-Ruska, who stand at the pinnacle of inspiration to all nobles of Haense and the citizens of the city. These houses are expected to prove themselves in all categories of Standards of Nobility, and in doing so: Are active in the military beyond any reason of doubt Are involved in the government beyond any reason of doubt Are participating in the Koena’s Courts beyond any reason of doubt Are present in the general environment of Hanseti-Ruska beyond any reason of doubt XV A landed Count shall: The second highest standing nobles of Hanseti-Ruska, who have proven time and time again their commitment to the Kongzem and Crown. These houses are expected to prove themselves in at least three categories of Standards of Nobility, and in doing so: Are active in the military, and stand to show their strength can be relied on by the Crown Are involved in the government and take up positions in different fields and offices Are participating in the Koena’s Courts more often than not, and aiding Her Majesty greatly in her endeavors. Are present in the general environment of Hanseti-Ruska and offer their aid and services greatly to the city and its citizens XVI A landed Viscount shall: The middle standing nobles of Hanseti-Ruska, who have reached a status of true nobility and broken free of Barony. These houses are expected to prove themselves in at least two categories of Standards of Nobility, and in doing so: Are active in the military, hosting a good number of members dedicated to the Crown Are involved in government offices, contributing to the forwarding nature of the offices of Aulic Are participating in the Koena’s Courts where able - offering aid in setting up traditional events and scribing notices and missives Are present in the general environment of Hanseti-Ruska, and attend multiple events and citizen gatherings XVII A landed Baron shall: The lowest standing nobles of Hanseti-Ruska, who have piqued the interest of His Majesty and His Lord’s Duma, and have been granted the chance of rising into the ranks of Nobility. These houses are expected to prove themselves in at least one category of Standards of Nobility, and in doing so: Are active in the military, holding a few positions of stature. Are involved in government offices, assisting higher positions with their work and benefiting the nation. Are participating in the Koena’s Courts and offering their aid to run events and fixing up schedules. Are present in the general environment and are publically socializing with society. Regency XVIII When a landed Lord is below the age of eighteen, a Regent, who shall be chosen by the late landed Lord or by consensus of the House, shall manage their affairs. Inheritance XIX Landed titles shall be held until the death of the landed Lord or until he abdicates from his title and duties. XX Landed titles and their land shall be inherited, whether after death or abdication: Firstly by the eldest child and their line, Secondly by next eldest child and their line, and so on and so forth, Thirdly by the eldest sibling and their line, Fourthly by the next eldest sibling and their line, and so on and so forth, Fifthly by the eldest relative in adherence to lineal ascent, and sixthly by resolution of the Crown or the Royal Duma. Or Through the means of a family’s culture approved by the Crown Disownment & Disinheritance XXI A disowned member of a House shall have all privileges, honours, and titles revoked as if they were born into the Common Class. XXII A disinherited member of a House shall remain of the Noble Class, but shall not be capable of inheriting any landed title. XXIII A Noble who behave as follows shall be automatically disinherited: Join the priesthood, Take a spouse who is not of a Noble House in the Kongzem or abroad without permission from the crown, Marry out of their Noble House without permission from the crown, Assume rank or office in a foreign nation. XXIV A Noble guilty of the following shall be automatically disowned: Swearing an oath of fealty to a foreign sovereign, Denouncing the faith of Canonism, Committing the crime of treason. 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, Slesvik, Solvesborg, and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia, and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Siegrad, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Astfield, Buck, Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, and Thurant, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera. His Excellency, Carolus Ivan Colborn, Lord Speaker of His Majesty’s Lords’ Duma, Count of Malkovya, Viscount of Venzia, Baron of Bethlenen, Lord of Vorenburg, Protector of Scyflings

TRANSCRIPT FROM THE 472 SITTING OF THE XLIV SESSION OF THE ROYAL DUMA From the Office of the Lord Speaker. On this 3rd of Wzuvar ag Byvca, 474 E.S. Session held on 12th of Tov ag Yermey, 472 E.S. ROLL CALL IN ATTENDANCE Herzen Ruthern Komitas Ludovar Komit Kortrevich (represented) Vikomit Colborn Vikomit Weiss (represented) Bossiras Godunov Military Tribune Weiss Lord Palatine Basrid IN ABSENTIA Herzenas Baruch Herzen Barclay Bossir de Pelear Bossir Bishop Royal Alderwoman von Theonus Wilheim Barclay: “Right, we'll make do with what we have. Duma is called into session, and the fifth sitting of the forty-fourth session of His Majesty's Royal Duma shall begin. Quorum is reached, and we will now take any nominations for the upcoming Civil Orders those present may have.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “Shouldn't the first entrants to these orders be those they are named for, Lord Speaker?” Patriarch Iosif: “No, the names for two of the Orders are people that lived hundreds of years ago. Ser Walton is the exception but I would say the fact the order is named after him displays more than merely being inducted into it.” Carolus Ivan Colborn: “I've two nominations I've considered.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “How far are we to look back for nominations, then? I think it’s poor practice to name those that yet serve.” Patriarch Iosif: “We are aiming to only add people from no earlier than the reign of His Majesty Karl III.” Henrik Ludovar: “I believe- the missive said, no one passed the reign of King Karl.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “Yes, okay.” Wilheim Barclay: “Indeed, and none who have already been inducted into the Order of Maya und the Lily.” Patriarch Iosif: “Indeed.” Alyona Godunov: “Who has been inducted into the order?” Wilheim Barclay: “The Vikomit Colborn may introduce his nominations. -None officially, yet.” Carolus Ivan Colborn: “Firstly, Borris Kortrevich for the Wailer Order of Arts. Secondly, Felix Weiss for the Walton Order of the Unyielding. I know the Order of the Lily has not been updated in full, so forgive me if I name someone in it that I was not aware of.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “Nor have the last several entrants to the Order of Maya been recorded. Borris is the last.” Wilheim Barclay: “Sir Borris Kortrevih is ein Valtakossar - the last update to the Order. He does not qualify.” Carolus Ivan Colborn: “Forgive me then for the first nomination.” Wilheim Barclay: “Forgiven. What do the rest of the hall have to say on the matter of Felix Weiss as ein induction into the Walton Order of the Unyielding?” Felix Weiss: “Thank you, your Kariav.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “As good a man as any. What would vy say of his service, Vikomit Colborn?” Carolus Ivan Colborn: “Since I was young, it was quite evident no man stood beside his Majesty more on pressing matters than Felix Weiss. His dedication to fighting the Inferi - and serving in almost every conflict known to Haense during his life - are more than enough to illuminate the unyielding efforts of the former Lord Marhsal, Felix Weiss.” Felix Weiss: “Thank you once more, your kariav.” Patriarch Iosif: “I think we are aware of the notable service of Lord Felix, do any object to presenting his name as a possible inductee?” Wilheim Barclay: “Seems not. Very gutt. - Anymore nominations?” Felix Weiss: “Ea have one.” Wilheim Barclay: “Go ahead, Lord Handler.” Felix Weiss: “Ea would like to nominate Her Grace, the Late Johanna Barclay to the Robertine Order of Merit. Her service to her Kongzem was unrivalled, either in her office, or in the battlefield. She gave me a job, and many others too when I first arrived. She saw people's strengths, adequately putting them in key administrative positions where they could flourish. Not only that, but the Palatial Office thrived under her tenure. It is true she gave up her own sanity in the end in dedication of her Kongzem, but even that is a good show of her dedication. Honestly, I could go on and on.” Wilheim Barclay: “That's so real. Do any in the hall have any problems with such ein nomination?” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “I do.” Wilheim Barclay: “Very well. - Elaborate on such for those in the hall, Herzen Ruthern.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “I do not deny the late Duchess's good service. But let us not imagine she accomplished much more than what was expected of her. To serve as Palatine is a position that requires much dedication, but there are many who have done such to grander acclaim.” Felix Weiss: “Did you ever serve within her office as I did, Your Grace?” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “I did not. Though, I do recall a long period where that office sat empty.” Audo Weiss: “Yet that was not her only role. She reinvented this city which is far more than most of her station achieve. And moreso, she did it without compromising her integrity, having competing allegiances and in a way that pleased.” Felix Weiss: “If you did you would know that her contributions ran deeper than festivals and reforms. Yes, her office sat empty late into her tenure due to her failing mind. It is the fault of the Koeng that she was not relieved. I speak only of her accomplishments before her regrettable…mental condition.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “Reinvented the city? Nonsense. With respect - ea might espouse the many virtues of any man or woman you did not personally serve under. That does not make it true.” Felix Weiss: “Then I am afraid I must simply agree in your opposite direction, Your Grace.” Carolus Ivan Colborn: “Should we put it to a vote, perhaps?” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “As is your right. Though I have yet to hear any significant change she brought about.” Audo Weiss:“The city streets are quite literally re-pathed because of her mind. And though I only knew her tenure in her later years, no palatine has matched her since. A vote is to be had.” Felix Weiss: “Yes. I second a motion to vote.” Wilheim Barclay: “Very well.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “That was much the work of the Prinzen Marius. Who came after her.” Wilheim Barclay: “Motion to vote on Johanna Barclay being nominated for ein induction into the Robertine Order of Merit.” Vote for the Nomination of Johanna Barclay as an Inductee into the Robertine Order of Merit By the Office of the Speaker YES Komit Kortrevich Vikomit Colborn Representative Weiss Military Tribune Weiss NO Herzen Ruthern ABSTAIN Komit Ludovar Bossiras Godunov Lord Palatine Basrid The Nomination of Johanna Barclay as an Inductee into the Robertine Order of Merit has passed (4-1-3) Wilheim Barclay: “Any other potentially controversial nominations? We haven't long before a BSK expedition, so preferably one that may be controversial. The rest may be simply presented to myself or saved for later sitting.” Carolus Ivan Colborn: “I've no more nominations for today.” Patriarch Iosif: “That line of topic does bring me on to my next candidate though. The committee that began this thought I should ask about the potential admission of Lady Johanna's successor.” Wilheim Barclay: “Prince Marius?” Patriarch Iosif: “Prinzen Marius for his tenure, I'll be it a short one, as Lord Palatine and the construction of Karosgrad's newest expansion.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “Let us not forget his later instigation of the war in Petra, Excellency. On balance, I think the scales even out.” Wilheim Barclay: “Anything more to be said in Prince Marius' case?” Patriarch Iosif: “Anyone for or against wish to put a comment in?” Audo Weiss: “No. I think that bringing war to our doorstep is enough said, and how he was screaming and swearing with the Grand Princess in the square. Let alone, he barely showed his face during his tenure.” Henrik Ludovar: “He showed his face quite a bit to the Duchess of Petra.” Felix Weiss: “Mmm. The war did make it so that a Barbanov sits as consort of the Archduchy, though, no? Some wars can be advantageous to the Kongzem, even if they begin rotten.” Audo Weiss: “Yet I daresay that's not what he intended, father.” Felix Weiss: “Yes. True enough, son.” Aleksandr var Ruthern: “Happenstance is hardly worthy of praise.” Patriarch Iosif: “A vote then.” Audo Weiss: “Seconded.” Felix Weiss: “Yes, yes, yes, yes. I rescind my endorsement.” Wilheim Barclay: “Indeed. Well, we shall wrap it up for now, though do feel free to present any nominations to me later on. Duma dismissed!”