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The ship which carried the Prince from Agarthea where he had communed with the Elders to Aevos swayed on troubled waters. The man in the teal green bandana he had paid to see to his safety on the journey had left him a puzzle… Staring blankly at the sheet he slammed his fist into the table. ”THIS CONNECTION PUZZLE IS TOO HARD!”

TAKING GOD-GIVEN INALIENABLE FIEFDOMS Penned in the year 41. T.G.I.F THE FAILED LINE, RENEWED FROM EMBER OR SNUFFED INTO ASH... Long have I been away, from both my lands and the worries of politik… Though through word of mouth and merchant in faraway lands of splendor and danger did it reach to me that the continent I called home was beset by war. This war was not any, but one that pitted my brothers and sisters against each other- my family against my friends. Knowing that I hold direct claim to the thrones of Petra and the Ruskans gave me no solace as a child, for I knew it would be used as leverage in the courts of Braevos- however, it was a duty and burden that lay upon me from my birth to the present. I have seen the mistakes of my family become the source of conflict, those of my line have caused innumerable deaths. The entire continent has slain each other before over the mistakes and pride of my family- and now they will do so again. They have been given too much autonomy from God, they believe themselves the true Patriarchs of the Church and stewards of Oren when it is the duty of Owyn's Successor. I, Prince Yohan I, son of August, Grandson of Marius claim the throne of Valdyv and the Valdyvian Rus, as well as the throne of the Kingdom of Petra: by birth. By conquest, I claim the thrones of Hyspia and Reinmar. By this, I swear my line will wear the crown jewels and command the fiefdoms of the ash. Like the Dragon that roosts upon its hoard, I will sit upon the skulls of those who commanded such blood, and though it is my own kin I must slay, I will not relent, for I have long been groomed to understand the truth of the world- and that much is this: ‘Any who bear the sword upon God’s Favored will face the wrath of a million blades, and from the heavens, fire shall rain, and from the ashes His favored will again arise.’ I am Yochonan Prince, now to be known as Mikael Conqueror; any who raise their blades against me will know no mercy. Submit to God or Die. WESSRIK (HYGHLANDYA) DECLARES OPEN WAR (TRVE HEIRS OF THE BLADE OF OWYN, AND THE VALDYVIAN RUS) WARPATH: WARGOAL: CONQUEST OF HYGHLANDYA FOR THE TRVE SONS OF (H)OREN

Upon the mountain most holy, that of St. Tylos contemplated the wizened aged monk. His body, was wrapped in the garb of a canonist, his eyes locked upon the scriptures. A note, handed gently to him by an aged Bhuttler unraveled itself into that of a sad deliverance. The Uruks of the badlands were never the favorite of Daahd, he was a mountain Uruk, and more a Swiv, but the death of an Uruk was never a cause for apathy, much less celebration. And that of a High Chieftain? Surely there were those who rejoiced at the thought, he knew as much- the powers that be had attempted upon his life before. If an Angeul could not stop the march of the Khan what did these petty kings think to do? "Foolish," he thought; but then again, the victor at the fields of Westmark would also think himself as invincible as did the Khan once. "Nothing stops the march of time," then the Rexkhan thought. "People will pass, abruptly or otherwise," his thoughts countered his racial desire for blood and though he was never so hungry for it to begin with years upon the mountain had altered him further. The Rexkhan was now Kirishitan. And below the mountain, he could hear the howls for rage and revenge- of the new Uruks, of some old, and even ancient; but he was no longer their Rexkhan, and did not wish to be... the burden was too much, and the Empire he built too fractured. The Uruks had no desire for ambition, but for their simple ways; and while this, to him, was sad he had come to understand. The Uruk desired above all, blood. "They may have it..." He finally spoke aloud. "Bhuttler, release the tape."

“Father keen isn’t real it’s Father Krug, you’re a heretic and I’m coming to kill you soon.” -The spear of Krugsmas. ”god bless us everyone!” -tiny gob

THE GREAT HUNT THOUSANDS MORE WILL DIE. Bound in Souls, Need, and Want in the Year 28 AGE OF DRAGONS THOUSANDS OF SOULS FUEL THE HUNT WHISPERS BELOW THE CAPITAL Silently blood dripped into the floor beneath a mass of man. Whisperings abounded that fetid place, the place where it all commenced; that insatiable plot. Slowly the God Render wiped his blood unto the Dracanium Blade which was beset before him as it hardened to that strength of what begot pure carbarum. “Until I find it…” the whispers echoed. The souls bound in that cavern, ten thousand dead pagans. Canonist, Elf, Uruk, worshippers of dark and light alike; he bound them all the same. “The Great Hunt.” Said he, their afterlife a sham, now would they serve eternal, a power source for the greatest Conqueror Braevos had known. Betrayed by those who had promised eternal friendship, the enemies of righteousness now polluted the lands his allies claimed as their demesne. Their eyes were blinded by hatred and blasphemy- the man did not kill for these things, he killed for something greater than mortal wishes. Turning back to his entourage, those who followed him to death and crusade. “Find it… that thing… that blade: The Slayer.” None would be spared, the commencing of The Great Hunt… BARE WITNESS.

“We.. are FREE!” Said the boy Prince, overjoyed at the news. Now the treaty must be “Radafied” with the rest!!!

WESSRIK Faith, Fire, and Sword! FOUNDING OF NUREMBACH | MARCHER PRINCES During the opening phase of the Robertine Crusade the Margrave of Beleth, August Valentin was granted the promise of a great track of land for his service in leading the armies of the Crusade to victory on numerous occasions. During the winter days of 19 AOD, Helen, the matron of the family passed unexpectedly shortly followed by the ‘flaming sphere incident’ wherein August was taken in a flash of fire to the Seven Skies during a meeting at the Holy See. These passings left the young Yohaan Maximillian in the hands of Pontiff Fleeper I as the ‘ward of Lemon Hill.’ The people of Beleth who had come from both east and west; highlanders and heartlanders had intermingled such to create their own individual identities; that which had come to be called ‘Wessr.’ The Wessr had forged a new life in the silent valley under the strong leadership of August, however with his abrupt departure the Darkspawn which had invaded the nearby duchy of Ubuntu wreaked havoc upon the town of Rosental and left it in ruin, leaving the Wessr with no home. Over the next several years in an attempt to secure the lands promised to his late father Yohaan managed the logistics of the Holy See, proving his value to the council and attempting to garner the land outlined in the Crusader Council of 18 AOD from his cousins in Petra. This proved unfruitful as a diplomatic resolution could not be garnered from either party; having been led on for some years the boy resolved to colonize the Black Hills; a dangerous and mountainous region of the Midlands not friendly to colonization. To ease the process Yohaan utilized the small number of Kusalks which he had gathered from the cities and countryside of Braevos and formed an alliance with the Norlander to supply the much-needed material for the settlement. Within three months the party had found a mount overlooking a forested valley and lake, they named the lake Maltula and founded upon the black hill the castle-hamlet ‘Nurembach.’ WESSR ARCHITECTURE Nurembach, the capital of Wessrik, constructed on a flat plains plateau overlooking the lake Maltula was built firstly for defense. The hamlet of Nurembach built with solid stone and brick with gravel and shell fillings was topped with terracotta brick tiling giving a distinct appearance. The construction of the settlement was done much in the style of olde with specific detailings and attention to beautification while retaining its purpose as a defensive structure. RELIGION IN WESSRIK Citizens of Wessrik are not just encouraged but required to be baptized in the Holy Mother Church. The State-Sanctioned Religion of Wessrik was Owynist Canonism; with the moral ideal of Wessrik’s service to God through military duty. Worship at mass was required when called, when there was a lack of clergy to conduct such affairs the Dragon’s Tithe was paid yearly to the Mother Church; wherein a good portion of the land’s sheep were shepherded across the river Dvyvi to The Holy Mother Church where they would be brought before the Holy Altar and sacrificed. FASHION IN WESSRIK With such close proximity to both Heartlandic and Highlander states as well as the Royal Family of Wessrik bearing blood of both kin groups the clothing of Wessrik bears the hallmarks of both groups rather distinctly. THE KONTUSZ As for most of the year, the plains of Wessrik are temperate/chilly the male population has taken to wearing large overcoats which drape to the knees known as The Kontusz. This outerwar functions rather well to keep its wearer warm without restricting movement too much or getting caught upon objects, being a comfortable and practical alternative to cloaks of the Highlander cultures. THE PAS The Pas is a traditional sash worn by the males within Wessr society; they are often colorful and patterned sashes that are tied about the waist under the belt. They act as status symbols with the material and patterning of the clothing being highly important. THE BASMA The Basma is the traditional head-covering worn by the females of Wessr society. They are often bright and colorful reds, blues, and greens; with black head coverings being worn only during Church service as a show of humility. The head coverings range in pattern and material but are a great pride to the women of Wessr and are the subject of much conversation. HAFTOWANA KOSZULA Haftowana Koszula is the traditional white vestment of the Wessr people worn by both men and women, their thickness ranges widely as some are made of lighter materials for the summer months and heavier materials for the winter months. WEAPONRY IN FASHION Due to Owynist military laws, the male population of Wessrik is required at all times to wear either cavalry or infantry Sabre on their right hip; because of this, the militarized population has taken to dressing their Sabre’s sheaths in vibrant patternings, inlaying them in gold and silver. WESSR CULINARY CULTURE The most sacred item within the culinary culture of Wessrik is of no surprise, the Onion. Nurembach being based in the Eastern Midlands with wheat crop failures has a hefty reliance on the potato and the onion and the cabbage. Most dishes served in Wessrik are served with these three produce within or on the side. THE PIEROGI A boiled dumpling filled with mashed potato, onion, and a variety of other ingredients depending on the preference. This dish is often served with sour cream, though there are also dessert pierogies. This is the staple of the Wessrik menu. THE KIELBASA A tasty sausage made from the swine of the Midlands, blessed and made Kosher by priests before consumption! THE WIENERSCHNITZEL A schnitzel made of thinly breaded veal cutlet. Yum, baby cow! THE GOULASH Goulash is a soup or stew of meat and vegetables seasoned with paprika and other spices. NUREMBACH CHOCOLATE Special chocolate made only within Nurembach, the formula for the making of Nurembach Chocolate is a well-guarded state secret. NUREMBACH BIER Bier produced in Nurembach is subject to the Nurembach Purity Law. The only ingredients permitted in Bier production within the country are water, barley, and hops. The addition of any other ingredients is punishable by death. WESSR MUSICAL TRADITION Music plays an important part in the Wessr culture, from festivals to simple nights spent at the local taverns of Nurembach, music is part of every event. The musical traditions of Wessrik date back to the Midlander Tradition of Warrior Poetry with founder Radmir of House Montalt, a noble family within Wessrik. Additional inspirations for the people’s musical culture come from both their time spent in proximity to the Khanate, the rather uncouth swing of the Norn, and the non-secular worship music of The Holy Mother Church. Music in Wessrik is often either folk song, anthem, or ballad. Though Polka too remains a stable of the people. The music within Nurembach is vibrant and can be heard playing from early morning to late night. MISCELLANEOUS TRADITION HOLY TITHES Each year a tithe is paid to the Holy Mother Church known as the “Dragon Tithe,” a flock of sheep numbering in the hundreds in paraded about the streets of Nurembach before following the trail to the Dragon’s Bridge before passing into the lands of the Pontificate and being sacrifice before the Holy Altar. DANCE There are a variety of dances within Wessrik; traditional steppe dances are preformed at weddings, and Mountain Marches accompany Wessfest. WESSRFEST Wessfest is the celebration of the founding of Wessrik in the Autumn of 24 Age of Dragons. During the celebration, vast amounts of pure Bier and Vodka are handed out freely and the harvest is brought to bare for feasting before the coming of Winter on the steppe. The tradition includes many aspects of Maliween such as dressing up as kind spirits to frighten off the evils of the world. Wessfest lasts many weeks and is the final celebration of the year before Krugsmas. KRUGSMAS Krugsmas is the traditional celebration of most Horenic peoples, during Winter it is said that Brother Krug descends from the sky on his sleigh led by Lur Wolves which guide the way for him to deliver much-needed meats and tools for surviving the harsh winters on the plains. A time of giving, and a time of remembering what a Wessriker should be most grateful for; faith, family, and country. THE WESSR HOST | HUZARS | KUSALK WESSR HOST The levied armed forces of Wessrik, known as the Host form the bulk of military defense for the Northern and Western marches. Made of average citizens the Host’s duty is to keep properly prepared armaments in the event of a levy. The Host is made of most able-bodied civilians of fighting age. Under threat of Court Marshal and exile, the Host acts as guardforce, firefighters, and engineers whenever necessary. While the Host is not always required to act in the way of an organized military like the Draguns, they are required to answer to the demands of any Official position within the armed forces. The Wessrikan Host are required to own breastplates, helms, state-issued pikes, javelins, shields, and infantry sabre. While not required to bare all armaments at once, the citizen of Wessrik which is conscripted into the Host is always to bare the sabre. HUZARS The formal standing military of Wessrik, the Huzars are modeled after the Caracoles of Westmark. Every Huzar bares the cavalry-suited plate armor of the Corps as well as a set pair of “Huzar’s Wings” which rest upon their saddles. Preventing rustlers from lassoing them off their steed and causing a great noise during a charge which sounds as if a Dragon was descending upon any foe they meet in battle. The Huzar are required to carry with them at all times hand-crossbows (shortbows) for the caracole, javelins in the event of a skirmish, lances for the charge, cavalry sabre, and a spare horse. The Draguns, or The Huzars are expected to act in a gentlemanlike manner, always be ready for battle, serve as commanders in the Host, and defend the Honor of the citizens and the country of Wessrik. KUSALKS The Kusalk is an unofficial role within the Host and sometimes Huzars. The Kusalk acts as a scout, a colonist, and a light cavalrymen. Seen as frontiersmen within Wessrik the Kusalk’s have a culture of their own; independence, faith, and loyalty to the plains as well as the Marshal of the Host. The Kusalk is an experienced colonist with special rights and privileges so long as they remain loyal to Wesrik and to the Faith. THE RADA, SEJM-RADA THE RADA The Rada is the formal meeting of the Wessr, a call to all Wessr riders to speak on a topic that requires a vote. During the Rada, all Wessr have the right to speak and votes are consensus-based as opposed to majority-based. The Rada meets regularly to discuss topics of interest, taxation, imports and exports, and targets to raid. A Rada can be called anywhere and at any time but must have a quorum present. KROL’S LIMITED POWER The Krol bends to the will of the Rada and respects their decisions lest they find themselves at odds with the populace. This is part of the ‘Golden Liberties’ of the Wessr. However, during times of War the Krol is the ultimate authority and their actions will be judged by the Rada upon the conclusion of the conflict. THE SEJM-RADA An official and notarized Rada is known as the Sejm-Rada, to Radafy a treaty or declare war there must be a Sejm-Rada wherein consensus is reached upon the legislation. During this time those who hold authority as a Deputy of the Sejm-Rada, and the Krol are sequestered in the Sejm until they reach a decision upon the topic for which the Sejm-Rada was called. If a Deputy of the Sejm-Rada dissents from the rest of the group and is not outnumbered 3 to 1 they may veto the proposition, this is called the ‘Golden Liberty.’

DLA HARALDR-HUZAR For Haraldr-Dragon @Milenkhov IN WHISPERING WINDS OF WINDING WOODS… Piast-Huzar sat by himself at the flames of the pyre that rested at the edge of the encampment. With bandura resting upon his lap, he composed a song that drifted over the frozen lake before him: a mournful lament that echoed in the valley, a remembrance for a friend... Up on the mount, there’s no singing Nearby the flame only cries Echoes in the snow, past is lingering Wind it blows on like a sigh Up on the mount, there’s no dancing Words too oft twist into lies To press on is too daunting But if you stay put you will die Up on the mount, there’s no feasting No bread nor much mead to provide In my belly, there is singing The dancing of my heart I must hide Voices are heard in the valley And blessed as I were, you by my side Without your word can I sally Too far from home for to ride Voices are heard in the valley And blessed as I were, you by my side Without your word can I sally Too far from home for to ride Yohan Valentin Kaczyn

[!] A letter writ in crimson ink, delivered at the early hours of the morn makes its way to the hands of a Won soldier for deliverance. ”To the esteemed Won, your presence lacks Kusalks, who in their way specialize in border skirmish; it would do you well to hire some. Speak with the Crimson Piast.” [!] A map followed, a host of Wessr in exile; across the Dragon Span Bridge on the route to Lemonhill.

ESTABLISHING A FRONTIER To the sons of Horen: those of morally upright character. It is within the nature of Horen to experiment. It is why his prodigy has expanded across the world and is contested by none. The people of Horen are creative, ingenious in many ways, they also are easily corrupted. The experiment in Petra of my forefathers was one of a Government which would function with great amounts of republican tradition. Res Publica. It is a shame then that over the years the power of the crown was heightened and that of the people, diminished. It is good to now see such powers returning but with the instability which plagues the East one might never tell which way the winds will turn. In Oran, I am told, and have read, there was a great deal of powers invested into the peoples as well; but with the watchful eye of a Monarchical figure; an Emperor or King. This is very similar I've found to how Petra was set to be run. In the 'Free Canonist Republic' they believe there should be NO KINGS, NO NOBILITY, so what then takes the place of the aristocracy when there is no figures; one might assume money. And money ought not to define status unless its utilized for the greater good, or so I believe. My father AUGUST built up a Margravate, a Prince in name only until he established a small legionary force and fought for the Urukhai; distinguished in battle he was commended to lead the armies of Numendil and Petra and was named 'the Sword of Owyn.' He made good with the peoples of those Canonist Kingdoms and due to our family's service in the Crusade we were granted many promises; and while I have yet to see the promises fulfilled I am hopeful. As ward to the Pontiff FLEEPER I, I have learned much. I have seen power hungry nobles beg for titles, groveling before HIS HOLINESS. These people, some of which lived amongst my family for many years only to turn at the very sight of power, are not whom I wish to spend my years along side. I too have spent time in the taverns of the Township with drunkards, this life I do not wish to fall into. I have ventured long and hard into the Iron Grips of Tsars, into the courts of Fleeps, I have seen how much is conducted, I have seen little rewards bestowed upon peoples. I've come to think that when someone does something for the society in which they live, or simply another- they ought be rewarded. They ought not expect such, but they ought to be. So I write here: to all the men and women of Braevos. If you wish to build a better life for yourself, one where your rights, your land, and your family will be protected from all threats; one where if you contribute you'll earn, and if you don't you'll sink. A life wherein you might find duty, honor, and strength; seek me out. Together we'll develop council, together we'll construct something that'll last. With G-D as my Protector, Prince Yohan I. @Coronate

TO SCALE THE SPIRES Grandest Siege Of The Year 21 Age of Dragons. ♩♫♪♬ FROM THE COAST TO THE SPIRES! “You’re lagging behind gents! You’re lagging behind, haul up those cannons; crack out the shovels; we got to dig in! We need ladders, ladders, ladders! This war is just about won, but there's just another on the horizon. We ought to brave the horizon. Fellas we ought to surround them once and for all- end this war! I’ve got the plans, I’ve got the guns! Come on lads forwards!” -Yohan Maximilian Valentin-Kaczyn ONE FINAL MARCH! As the war nears its conclusion orders are set for once final siege, the storming of the great MONKEY LANDS now called VORTICE, high terraces that pierce the sky, will they be reached, or will the desperate tribes of defenders repel the Crusade!? THE WUNDERWAFFE! Within the halls of Lurak in shipments to the north safeguarded are components to the largest cannon ever devised, from a Goblin workshop. Its name: “THE REXKHAN,” safeguarded by the boy Commander the cannon passes through newly conquered lands, will it reach its destination or will it be stopped?! THE SIEGE OF THE MOUNTAIN TARGETED TILE: TILE_KARSTS_2 WAR CLAIM GOAL: ANNEXATION OF CAPITAL

𝔼𝕃𝔼ℂ𝕋 𝕐𝕆ℂℍ𝔸ℕ𝔸ℕ 𝕂𝔸ℤℂ𝕐ℕ ➩ 𝕎𝕀ℕ 𝕎𝕀𝕋ℍ 𝕂𝔸ℂℤ𝕐ℕ ➩ ♩♫♪♬ The Boy Brigade Speech " In the course of Human history there has been one great fault amongst us: the inability to determine our own futures, the lack of ambition to manifest our destiny. It appears to me at this very time that the peoples of the trve and faithful Canonist Republic are lacking in a direction. Many amongst you will look upon me and see my age, that I'm too young... too unexperienced... too this, too that. (It was here that the boy unveiled a cloak revealing about 20 or so medals attached to his chest.) I am a veteran of the Great Hellfort Siege of Barnsley! A veteran of the Driftwood Hallow Run! I bleed for the faith! How many amongst you will say the same then? Now gentlemen... I have a plan that will drive this experiment from its backwater to the height of what a State can be. I have a dream, for you, for me, for all of us. We've only to reach out and grasp it! We've only to MANIFEST OUR DESTINY! " Decorated War Hero! As a veteran of the Robertine Crusade, Kaczyn stands among the honored few to have fought in the wars which led to the creation of the vast and beautiful Republic of Canondom! Experienced Commander! Disobedient to orders? Or GOD given determinism? When given orders to marshal the Luraki Orcs to pillage and burn down the Loyalist Lurinite Stronghold Kaczyn took matters into his own hands and was even blessed by Saint Raguel! The Sword of Canondom! Stewarded by the Pontiff himself since the age of 10 after the passing of his father the SWORD OF CANONDOM, August Valentin, Kaczyn is a loyal and staunch supporter of all things Holy! Architect! Mass Projects! Over the last year Kaczyn has built marvelous wonders with the economic power of Beleth! Diplomacy! With alliances with over four Kingdoms from his Margravate of Beleth, Kaczyn is well versed and ready to fight for our place in the sun! 𝕄𝔸ℕ𝕀𝔽𝔼𝕊𝕋 𝕐𝕆𝕌ℝ 𝔻𝔼𝕊𝕋𝕀ℕ𝕐 ➩ 𝕎𝕀ℕ 𝕎𝕀𝕋ℍ 𝕂𝔸ℂℤ𝕐ℕ ➩

"Vikela is like a byword, a catchphrase... It's really nuanced. It's like calling a landscar an 'Ubuntu' or how the Cannonists say 'Edel' right? Basically its not the focal point, I don't know why they hyper fixate on the term, it's really funny after all." The Rexkkhan lectured said while lecturing a Vortician Prisoner. He placed his arm around them saying:

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