BlauRps

A young Avistrian lady looked at the missive from Hartwell and raised a brow in confusion "To call a war against a loyal territory of our most gracious and holy emperor because of the wounded emotions is such a waste of materials that could go to the current crusading efforts." She spoke to herself before looking to her father (@Digit___) for his opinion

The Luminary, Mímír, would be mediating before a red-cloaked Newt waddled over and offered him the decree. The Sorvian would look over the missive and gave a sigh of relief “The High Keepers of Eld will be proud that their people once more stands against the forces of Oblivion.” He commented to himself

Estrella del Maravilla would look at the missive about the social season coming soon to Viru. She always loved celebrations, especially those that focused on Love and Togetherness. Then she closed her eyes as she thought about her late-husband.. soon a song began to echo in her mind, one she has been practicing for quite sometime now...

[!] Within your grasp would be a missive written on fine parchment. The faint scent of candle wax and perfume would permeate your senses. The Jaguar Prowls Home Penned by the Matriarca de Familia del Maravilla ———————————————————————————————————— Great Benedictions to All, And to the Holy Imperator of Man and Emperor of Mankind, HADRIAN I of the House of Horen most of all. I was deceived into thinking that a realm of Humanity outside the Kingdom of Righteousness and Light, this Holy Empire of Man. During my youth, I found traveling the world as a feeling of freedom and every time I would return home, I felt as if I were a caged songbird; at the time I thought nothing of it as it seemed that many my age at the time had a hunger to see the beautiful world that our Lord Almighty, DIOS, had created for us to witness, but as I pondered more on my youth, I could finally realize that the reasons for my departure was not out of wanderlust for adventure but a disconnection from the Faith of my youth as the Pontiff-Emeritus, Bernard II, and True Faith looked to supersede the traditions and practices of Faithful Canonists that have been practiced by several generations of Humanity. As a Hyspian, I cannot bear to be shunned from the Light of the Lord Almighty as I fear what lurks in the Darkness that whispers and slithers between the cracks of our world. I, Estrella Marisa Ysabel Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla, so declare the following by steady hand, sound mind, and in apology to our Holy Imperator, the Emperor of Man, HADRIAN I: DISSOLUTION OF TITLES It is by my hand, and as the Baroness of Perduran, that all noble titles held by the House of Grisblood-Maravilla within the Horde of Many Tribes are hereby DISSOLVED. Anyone, especially those of either the Grisblood-Maravilla or del Maravilla bloodline, found in use of any of the following title(s) after the release of this declaration in any form, are seen as oathbreakers and disowned by the House of Grisblood-Maravilla and/or del Maravilla: The Barony of Perduran, title held in tandem by House Grisblood-Maravilla of the Horde of Many Tribes and the Matriarch of Maravilla On the Governorship of the Duchy of Anatis As the first Governor of the Duchy of Anatis, I hereby declare my resignation from the Governorship. After four [4] Saint’s Weeks of my tenure, I leave it to those few who remain to elect a new Governor alongside the City Council positions in the coming election season in three [3] Saint’s Days from the publication of this declaration- May DIOS have mercy upon those who remain. IN CONCLUSION To those Faithful to the teachings of the Canon within the Duchy of Anatis, the Duchy of Ipanema, and the Duchy of Southspire, those holdings of the former Belethian Federation, who chosen to stay and declare that the Lord Almighty DIOS stands with you in this war, you have SURELY MISTAKEN YOURSELF. As stated in Señor Helfgott’s declaration, THE TIDE RECEDES, there has only been ONE CHURCH OF THE CANON within the lands of the former Federation with naught ONE MAN OR WOMAN OF THE CLOTH, nor monk ordained by the Canonist Church in sight. Within the Duchy of Anatis, there does stand another CHURCH OF THE CANON, The Chapel of Saint Humbert of Bar, but since the coup against the former Grand Duke of Lotharia, Iohannis, and the murder of my late-husband and former Duke of Perduran, Aedric Grisblood– may he finally be at peace in the Seven Skies– by the hands of the disgraced Peter Rovare, there was only once I bore witness to ONE MONK within the chapel and NEVER AGAIN. This is a sign from DIOS that He is not with us in this time of turmoil and strife. To the Faithful that still exile themselves in the South to continue to practice the Canonist traditions of your forefathers, I will echo what Señor Aviel Helfgott spoke in his declaration: “Follow me, forgo your titles and ranks, and follow the receding tide back into the flock of Horen with Humility. Otherwise, the door will be closed firmly behind and locked eternally, with your serpentine broods being hunted IN PERPETUITY and your souls finding themselves in the same Eternal Penance that follows those that challenge our Holy Imperator.” To those that I have become great and honest friends with, join me; forgo title and rank and travel with me to the Kingdom of Righteous Light where we may finally find peace from the storm that plagues us. To those that remain within the Horde of Many Tribes; DIOS have mercy upon your soul… REPENT AND APOLOGISE TO YOUR EMPEROR, FOR HIS JUDGEMENT IS FINAL. AVE IMPERIUM ——————————————————————————————————————— Affirmed by the Matriarch of del Maravilla On the 12th of Tobias’ Bounty, in the Year of Our Lord, 2069 I.T, Sofia’s Beauty, 195 D.D.R. Estrella Marisa Ysabel Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla By Faith in God, Matriarca de Familia del Maravilla

From her humble abode away from the insanity of the Empire, Cesia, Baroness of Perduran, would read over the missive that was given to her by a servant as she sipped on her tea. After a moment of silent reading and a sip of tea, she gave a soft smile “Finally, at least someone in Imperial territory speaks out about that madman.. I should send a letter to His Holiness soon.” She commented to herself as she walked back to her room to start writing.

I love the idea and thematics of this magic; using the Domain of the Aegudaemon in both a mortal and divine meaning is always great to see! Will love to get this magic eventually if it gets approved! 1+

The elderly Templar, Arthur Helfgott, would be walking with his son, Ser Aviel ( @Digit___), before he brought his left hand to the side of his head as the Words of the Divine echoed in his mind, the elder's eyes glowed faintly before returning to normal. "Purity and Light.. I need to meditate on these words when we get home." He spoke as he looked to Aviel

The Governor of Anatis, Baroness Cesia of Perduran, would be excited as a servant brought another candidate’s campaign missive to her; her verdant gaze looked over the missive with a soft smile as she read the words of the elven woman. ”Beautifully scribed, Celia’dant, not only did you bring forth with which you promise of your campaign but to touch the hearts of those who stayed despite the tragedy that befell us.” She commented to herself with a soft smile “Even won the support of both Ser Duncan and His Royal Highness, truly a lady who speaks to the masses no matter their status.” The lady added before taking a sip of her wine. Though still a fledgling to the world of politics, Cesia was fascinated by the passion each candidate has spoken and written.

From what felt like another world over, Cesia, the adopted tía of Ulisses, would smile softly at the missive when it came through and found itself in her hands “The stars have truly blessed them to be together, I hope they live a truly Happily Ever After.” The lady spoke to herself, she wished she could go but as the fires of war still burn, it would be impossible… ”Stay safe, you two..”

Baroness Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla, Governor of Anatis, would receive the next campaign missive from a servant as it came in. Her Ladyship looked over the missive at the campaign promises that Cesare wrote upon the parchment, her interest caught as she saw the support for the two other council candidates running in their own races. ”This is getting quite interesting, it is like the three of them are forming a party of some kind..” She commented as her interest peaked even more as the elections continued for the next Saint’s Days “It seems I will have to keep my eye on how Anatis prospers in the future once I am no longer governor, this is so exciting!”

Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla, the Baroness and Governor of Anatis would read over the campaign missive and promises made by the mayoral candidate, a feeling of excitement would well in her chest as the elections were currently underway and Vidimar took the lead by announcing his campaign. ”Señor Vidimar has such great enthusiasm and vision for the future of Anatis, I should meet with him at some point before the elections conclude.” She spoke to herself as she thought for a moment “I see now why the Rex loves watching our people’s development, this is truly exciting!” The lady added as she sat back in her chair and looked out the window… a bright future on the horizon!

Soon the missive found itself in the hands of the widowed wife, Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla, she thought that she was starting to get better until she saw the written words of her lost love and closest friend. Not long after reading, Cesia sobbed as her finger traced over the dried ink of Aedric’s will, as if it were another piece of a lost puzzle she wanted to keep forever… “If it is my late-husband’s will and testament…” She spoke through tears, patting her eyes with a handkerchief and thought to herself as she looked out to the rest of the bedroom from her study.

The Baroness of Perduran, Cesia, before all occurred after she left to let Maddock rest, tilts her head “Where? I swear I thought I fixed all the errors during proofreading..” She asked Maddock, curious where the error was to look for and remember next time

ANATIS COUNCIL ELECTIONS 269 S.A. |-+-| 617 E.S. The following terms and processes of the First Anatis City Council elections are the establishment of standards to be set for future elections and the instructions for the completion of this; its inaugural committee. {} SEATS of the CITY COUNCIL {} The following positions are outlined by their names, responsibilities, and privileges within the City and the Federation overall. [Seat 1/5] - Governor of Anatis The governor’s tasks include those blending the interests of the city itself and the Belethian Federation as a whole. Foremostly, it is the chief seat of the City Council, and therefore directs its council meetings, delegates or completes tasks not already covered by the other seats, and serves as the City’s representative to other members of the Belethian Federation and the Crown. As in conjunction with the document “Resolution to Unity”, the seat of Governor of Anatis to be held by the Matriarch of House Grisblood, and/or title holder of the Barony of Perduran for the period of 10 years (Until the year 278 S.A./626 E.S.) - after which point, it will become an elected position [Seat 2/5] - City Mayor Mayoral duties are focused on the citizenry within the walls and surrounding lands. This seat is responsible for the leading committees of event-planning and management of the many amenities of Anatis. In addition, the Mayor is the representative of the City Council to the individuals who live there, communicating the council’s actions and plans with the utmost transparency. [Seat 3/5] - Chief Steward In the simplest terms, the Chief Steward is tasked with updating the ledgers of property taxes and citizenship within the city & surrounding infrastructure. Accurate records of these are crucial to the most efficient operation of the city’s functions. [Seat 4/5] - Chief Engineer The Chief Engineer is tasked with the maintenance of high-skilled technology and machines. His/Her most important goal is to ensure the walls remain strong - both of the city, and of the houses - and that the things inside of those walls transcend simple woodwork and craftsmanship into fascinating contraptions and assets of defense. The Chief Engineer, if he/she is to accept the task, would also be responsible for assisting in construction and reconstruction projects in the territory under the city’s jurisdiction. If this particular skillset is not to be accepted voluntarily, these latter duties may be delegated to other seats of the council, such as the Mayor. [Seat 5/5] - Marshal of Anatis The most straightforward of the 5 seats, The Marshal manages the calling up of militia for training, and in times of attack, for the defense of the city and it’s territory. Payments to city militia and to those who participate in extraordinary capacity as civilians will be arranged by the Marshal as well. Due to its sensitive nature and the necessity for special training of He who sits in this seat, it is the only seat of the city council not subject to election. [CRITERIA OF ELIGIBILITY] Candidate must be at least 10 years of age - in recognition of the recent show of trust bestowed upon a youth of the city by it’s gathered citizenry. Candidate must own or live within a registered property of the city & it’s surrounding territory. Candidate must not have committed a crime within the city or the Belethian Federation on record in the past five [5] years of his/her submission of candidacy. {} ELECTION FREQUENCY {} The following points outline the terms and lengths thereof for elected seats of the city council of Anatis. Quad-Annual Election Frequency Seats of the Anatis City Council will be cycled every 4 years; such that those wishing to participate in the next cycle’s election may not have to wait long - while giving a sufficient period to execute and secure even the most complex plans put in place by those elected to the seats. In the Case of Sudden Vacancy Under the assumption that interruptions to the eligibility or health of these may unfortunately occur despite our best efforts, it is prudent to make precautions for those outcomes. Upon the completion of elections, each Seat of the Council may select a chosen deputy from among the population of the city and its surrounding territory. This deputy will serve in place of the councillor if the above circumstances befall him/her. In the case that a deputy was not selected, the Governor will have the choice of appointing an emergency councillor to the seat, or performing the tasks of that seat to the best of his/her ability. {} ELECTION PROCESS {} The following points describe how elections are conducted [Announcements of Elections] Upon the start of the 3rd year after the conclusion of the initial election, it will be made known to all citizens of Anatis that the coming elections are upon them. Citizens will be able to immediately announce their intention to run, and submit their candidacy for the roll call [Submission of Candidacy] In order to be elected to a position, the following information will be necessary, such that a candidate’s eligibility may be verified, and after such, that their name and intended seat(s) may be selected by the voters (Multiple seats may be selected, but a candidate may only fill 1 seat). An example of candidacy submission is seen in the below; [Debates & Speeches] During the final week of the Council’s Cycle, it is the duty of the Mayor to host & facilitate speeches and debates for the candidates willing to participate in such. These may be on any number of topics, plans, philosophies, or what-so-ever the candidates wish to speak about, relevant to the discussions, which are hosted by the mayor or the Candidates themselves, if partiality of the Mayor is a subject of question. [Announcement of Results & Publication of Rolls] Upon the conclusion of the voting period, the tallying of results will be announced to the public, and the tallies themselves shown openly for all eyes to see. Candidates are not to take seats in the Council until the end of the 4th week of the previous cycle. Due to the necessity of establishing this city council without delay, the election results will be counted and take effect Two [2] Saints’ days after the deadline for candidate entries. ((OOC: Sunday, Jan.25)) Signed, His Serene Highness, Simon Peter, Prince of Huntshill, Duke of Ipanema, Marshal of Anatis Her Ladyship, Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla, Baroness of Perduran, Matriarch of House Grisblood, Governor of Anatis

The Baroness of Perduran and Governor of Anatis, Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla, took a sigh of relief once all the documents her and the Crown Prince Simon collaborated on and placed her quill back into the inkwell. "I only wish for peace in our time, at least as long as we can before war rips at the world once more.." She commented as she looked to Simon Peter ( @i.uomini)

By the Hands of Belethian Peers & Council PAX BELETHIA INDIVISUM 2064 I.T. |-+-| 616 E.S. May all territories, peerage, and citizenry of The Belethian Federation celebrate the resolution of its Houses to Unity with each other and all of free Humankind On the Reconciliation of House Grisblood Let it be known and celebrated (to the dismay of Imperial hopes) that the House of Grisblood is welcomed back into the good favor and grace of The Royal House of Rovare. As was said in other missives, the ills of one man are not shared by avenues of blood, since the stronger bond of a unified spirit supersedes all of the endeavors which take place under the Sun. Restoration of the Title of Perduran By the assurances given in the below understandings, all confidence and hope for the future is restored between these Houses. The Barony of Perduran is hereby invested onto the Household, and held by Her Ladyship, Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla, until such a time as she becomes deceased or abdicates the position to one of her lineage. Due to the swiftness and eagerness of Her Ladyship’s re-affirmation of faith, the record shall show that the title of Perduran was never, since its creation and bestowal, held by any other entity besides that of its original destination, the House of Grisblood. Declarations of the Baronial Peer The House of Grisblood acknowledges and accepts as fact the following notions; THAT, the Title of Perduran, since its inception, was held by House Grisblood through virtue of its vassal status within the Belethian Federation, and its Liege-Lord, Lord-Paramount Peter I Rovare. THAT, the deceased Duke of Perduran (with dignity and honor being due to him by virtue of his Nobility and Knighthood respectively), did deny the authority of the Belethian Federation over Perduran and its population: indicating co-sovereignty, and therefore a rejection of his vassalatic oath. This, being deserving of rebuke, was met by the punishments outlined in the ‘Edict of Huntshill & Southspire’. His death, however, is understood not to have been the most effective punishment. For this, HSH, Simon Peter, formally renders an apology to this Household. THAT, this title of Perduran and all its due dignities being once again invested onto the House of Grisblood, is done so in exchange for its oath of fealty and vassalage to the House of Rovare and all Lord-Paramounts descended from that lineage. Declarations of the Liege-Lord House Rovare acknowledges and accepts the efforts of reconciliation and the re-affirmation of fealty rendered by the Baronial Household. Let all understand, as we do, that bad-taste is not easily dispelled, and We do not punish the natural and justified reactions of those who are indignant. For indignancy, is not treason, nor is it rejection of a liege’s authority. Privileges and Honors of the Barony of Perduran Upon the establishment of the first council in the City of Anatis, the noble peer in possession of the Barony of Perduran shall preside as Governor in that city. The Governor is to be considered the head seat of the City Council. This is granted in recognition of the quality in function practiced by the late Duke. From this time, until ten [10] years have elapsed, the noble peer will serve as Governor over that city without interruption. As such, she will assist in directing the administration of Anatis in conjunction with the city council and royal ascent. Regardless of standard Belethian routines of succession, or those of traditional style, The Baroness of Perduran and all Her Ladyship’s heirs shall practice the privilege of individual selection for the position of heir. Upon the occasion of the next Royal court held in the Gwendolyn Palace, this title shall be raised in rank to that of Viscounty, as a permanent token of this reconciliation and the upward trajectory of this promising House’s leadership. SIGNED, His Serene Highness, Simon Peter Rovare, Prince of Huntshill, Duke of Ipanema, Marshal of Anatis, Acting Lord-Paramount Her Ladyship, Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla, Baroness of Perduran, Matriarch of House Grisblood, Governor of Anatis WITNESSED BY, His Excellency, Ser Aviel Helfgott, By Faith in GOD, “The Flamehound,” “The Arbiter,” Grand Knight of the Grand Order of Beleth, Grand Companion of the Order of the Star, Count of Nautica, Lord of Mariner’s Bay and Waldenstein

The once-Duchess now-Baroness, Cesia Grisblood-Maravilla, would obtain the missive from a servant who looked to be out of breath after she donned her mourning clothes. Cesia would read the missive before a soft sigh escaped her lips as she pinched the bridge of her nose “I will tend to this as soon as possible, I tire from being left out of matters of MY city…” She spoke herself before she began to pen a missive to the Lord-Paramount and Crown Prince of Beleth. ”I will not fail my children…”

The Duchess of Perduran, Cesia, would soon get the missive from a sorrowful-looking servant before going back into her and Aedric’s room. Upon Cesia finally reading all the missive she fell to her knees and cried loudly her aquatic and starlit aura surrounding her before it became unstable and flashing colors, for how she felt in this heartbreaking moment, before letting out a bardic-infused wail of sadness that could be heard throughout the palace before it fainted moments later as she stood up… she did not expect to wear her mourning clothes this soon but she knew who she had to talk to in this moment…

The Luminary of the Temple of the Divine Revelation, Mímír, would awaken from his meditation as a red cloaked Sorvian Newt offered the missive to him. The Sorvian gave a nod of thanks to his smaller kin as he gently took the missive and read over it, a faux sigh of sorrow escaped the motionless and emotionless lips of his mask “It was a good dream, Ser Sigmar… but it is stagnant that kills all in the end. Rust will break blades and rivers will carve mountains to canyons and plateaus.” The masked being spoke to himself as he thought “Much to meditate on in these trying time…” Mímír added before returning to his meditation before a small brazier deep within the temple.

An elderly Alchemist would be casually having some tea as a Helf-bot delivered a letter to him. It was not long until the elderly Josef Denodado spat his tea as he recognized the crest and the surname that was signed. ”There is a Denodado child in Ipanema?!” He shouted in surprise as he stood up from the chair and grabbed his cane as he tried to make his way out of the pathways of his house.

The Luminary of the Red Faith, Mímír, would be meditating before coming to his senses as a red-cloaked Newt arrived to deliver the missive to him. Upon reading it, the Sorvian gave a soft sigh as the Newt departed back towards the main sanctum of the temple “It is saddening to see a house depart from the Ashen Realm, but I do wish they find new endeavors and opportunities in their new home.” He spoke with a smile in his voice before he went back to meditation.

The lady, Cesia, would read the missive with a soft smile on her face as she sipped on her cup of tea seeing Aedric’s name after hours of looking for a dress within her closet of many outfits. “To a brighter future for the people of Perduran, mi amor.”

Upon the news reaching the Hyspian Bard, Cesia del Maravilla, she begins to make preparations for another performance for the people of Lotharia and the newborn Baroness; absolutely giddy and full of joy as she prepared!

Within the Mindscape of The Enlightened Mind, he would look over this missive and previous missives as if he was trying to piece something together. Though he was raised Owynist, he soon realized that all FOUR of the Holy Scrolls are important, especially when warnings from the very Scrolls begin to come true. Though one word burnt like fire upon a page that he had caught from the air… ”Malificar… where have I heard that word before…?” The Enlightened Mind questioned himself before clapping his hands together, the missives disappearing as he began to walk into his memories to find why this one word was familiar…

Upon reading the missive, Arthur Helfgott sent an armored fist into the wall of his room, splintered hole now near his desk… a wave of emotions washed over the Templar who made it his duty as Guard Altamirano-Jorenus to protect the now-slain Patriarch Alaric. The one who kept him in check of his judgement for so long… now a path of redemption roared in his head for the failure of his duty… ”They will wish they did never opened these gates…” He spoke to him as a flare of courageous white flame sparked from one of his eyes, judgement will come…