11th of The Deep Cold, Year 101 of The Second Age
There comes a time when one must step up and do what they think is right for their people, when they cannot sit idly by and be apathetic to the plight of one's clan. For me, that time is now.
Let it be known to all my kin that I, Briga Irongut, declare myself to be Clan Mother of Clan Irongut from this day forth. For too long we have faded into obscurity, considered one of the lesser clans by our brethren, and all but forgotten by the world. I aim to change that. No longer shall the Ironguts be considered a fading clan. No longer shall our kinsman look to the future with uncertainty. It is time for a change. I will rebuild Clan Irongut anew, and save us from the edge of oblivion. Irongut deserves a nobler fate than fading into the night, and under my leadership I will see it prosper in the light of day once more.
Our clan was renown for the great works and magics we once crafted, and by Yemekar's grace I will reclaim those days once again. The realm will see the glory of our craft and know that Clan Irongut remains at the pinnacle of our field.
Many might call me too young or brash to take up the position of Clan Mother. Many might doubt my prowess. I do not claim to be the best choice, but I am the one who is willing to take action, here and now. It is because of my impatience that I am not content to wait and watch the uncertain future of my clan. I will not stand by a moment longer. I call upon my fellow Ironguts to join me in seeking a better future for our clan, one that sees us standing again next to our kin at the forefront, rather than being forgotten in the background.