Memenade

MC Name: Memenade Discord: memenadeyt Image: Description of Image: CT project for Echo_42069. TURN DITHERING OFF PLEASE Dimensions: 4x4

MC Name: Memenade Discord: memenadeyt Image: Description of Image: CT project for Echo_42069. TURN DITHERING OFF PLEASE Dimensions: 8x8

When Livius heard the news, he was sitting by the fire in the tavern of Norland. It had been in the tavern on Aevos, where he'd had so many long conversations with Hick, and if memory served him correctly, it had been where he'd met the old man for the first time. He hadn't thought much of him back then, just an old man seeking a place to stay, he'd thought. Yet to Livius's surprise, he'd found in him not only a close, dear friend but also one of the bravest men he'd known. A task not easily accomplished in a land where he was surrounded by famous warriors. And what a way Hick had become that man Livius would grow to respect! Hick had already been at an age when most humans start to consider their retirement when he began his transformation into the great man he'd become. Coincidentally, it was around the age Livius was now himself, and now that he felt the pressure of all those years on his own shoulders, he was even more impressed by all his friend had accomplished. He didn't cry as he reminisced; instead, a gentle smile formed on his face that so rarely was seen on his features these days. "Goodbye, old friend." He spoke quietly, barely louder than the crackles of the fireplace before him, as he fell back into his memories of their times together.

MC Name: Memenade Discord: memenadeyt Image: Description of Image: A map of the Kingdom of Norland Dimensions: 6 wide 6 high

Map of The Empire of Man as of 2045/ 249 SA [!] The following missive was sent across the lands of the Empire Greetings reader, my name is Livius Flavius, a cartographer from Norland. For the past 15 years I have been working on a map of the Empire of Man, originally commissioned to do so by the Imperial Marshal Manfred von Berkhoven. During this time, the Empire has grown and changed shape. Internally, it has changed as well, but I hope this map should account for how the Empire stands in the year 2045, perhaps in its final form on Aevos. For complaints, suggestions and other purposes of contact send letter to me, Livius Flavius (IGN: Memenade). I aspire to fulfill the highest standards of quality so if you notice any mistakes or oversights tell me about it and I will do my best to rectify it. I have prepared multiple variations and versions of the map that differ slightly or slightly more from one another to satisfy different needs and tastes, all of which you will find below. (OOC note: Open the images to a new tab for best quality and to zoom. The file sizes are very large for an images (60MB) so you might have to wait the image to load for a while.) Full map: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Full map simplified: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Full map without internal borders: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Condensed map: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Condensed map without internal borders: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Condensed map without coat of arms: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Condensed map without coat of arms or internal borders: Signed by, Livius Flavius, Norlandic Cartographer

The now former Master of Gold read through the document and when he reached the end his hands were trembling out of anger and disgust. Yet, he could take certain pride in himself for his own signature was nowhere to be seen. Even if it was only due to the fact he'd slept through the whole proceedings...

The Great Norlandic Census of 557 IAÀ Issued by The Master of Gild Livius Flavius, on the 10th of the Grand Harvest, IAÁ 557, AGE OF DRAGONFYRE; PREAMBLE After the influx of Haeseni refugees and other immigrants, it is important for the purposes of governance to gain and maintain an accurate view of the populace of the Kingdom. Thus, the office of the Master of Gild urges everyone eligible to fill in the census form. To be considered to be part of the census you must live or be a citizen of the Kingdom of Norland. The Form AND SO IT SHALL BE, BY THE WILL OF THE FATHER, Steward of the Hold, Scribe of Vjardengrad, Master of Gild, Livius Flavius

Norlandic-Karoslund Treaty The terms of Vassalage Issued by King of Norland, Haakon, on the 5th of THE DEEP COLD, IAÁ 556, AGE OF DRAGONFYRE. Penned by the Office of the Master of Gild CONTENTS Definitions Terms of Vassalage Formalizations I - Definitions THIS TREATY is agreed upon by Karoslund, a settlement founded by the shores of Lake Inga , and The Kingdom of Norland on the 5th of The Deep Cold, IAÁ 556, AGE OF DRAGONFYRE The borders of Karoslund shall be recognised as the following: II - Terms of Vassalage By signing this document, Karoslund agrees to the following terms Article I Karoslund agrees to pay an annual tax of 50 mina to the treasury of Norland that is due every Ashen Sunday. Additionally, Karolusland shall provide the Kingdom with a chest full of grain every year. The amounts are based on the number of members and houses in the settlement and may be called to be re-negotiated by either party if those numbers drastically change. Article I.a A Seneschal will be appointed by the Master of Gild from the local populace to collect and deliver the tax. as well as to advise the Master of Gild on the economic situation of Karoslund and how his office and the Kingdom may help improve Karoslund’s finances. Article I.b The governing body of the Kingdom of Norland, the Red Council or any of its members may call for a census to be conducted of Karoslund’s population to re-determine a fair tax. Article II Karoslund agrees to swear loyalty to the Kingdom of Norland and her King. Karoslund will come to the aid of the Kingdom in all her wars, offensive and defensive by raising a levy of warriors. In turn the Kingdom will offer her protection to Karoslund in all conflicts or should they need it. Article III Karoslund agrees to respect and uphold the Red Law within their lands. In turn the Kingdom recognises the right of the settlement to freely practise their religion and govern their land as they see fit as long as they do not violate the terms of this treaty or the laws of the wider Kingdom. Article IV The leader of Karoslund Nadya Bihar shall be recognised as a Hesir and as a full member of the Eldrhird. This title will be inherited by the succeeding leaders of Karoslund. Article VI The residents of Karoslund shall be recognised as full citizens of the Kingdom of Norland. III - Formalizations These terms of this treaty shall come into effect on 5th of The Deep Cold, IAÁ 556 and shall continue to be in effect in perpetuity. AND SO IT SHALL BE, BY THE WILL OF THE FATHER, Jarl of Vjardengrad & the Lowmarch, Blood of the Herald & Lord of the Ashwood Throne, Protector of the Highlanders, High Chieftain of the House of Ruric & King of Norland, Haakon av Edvardsson Ruric Master of the Order of the First Flame, High Keeper of the Red Faith & the Flame Imperishable, Ellenore av Eiriksdóttir Lord Purifier of the Order of the First Flame, Ægir av Edvardsson Ruric Steward of the Hold, Chieftain of Clan Bluefern, Master of Revelry, Flynnigan Bluefern Steward of the Hold, Scribe of Vjardengrad, Master of Gild, Livius Flavius EA BYK ZWE ZANYOTSKER ZWEER EA TER PETRAVEZKER, NADYA BIHAR, THE HESIR OF THE KAROSLUND

Livius would sigh after reading through the missive. "May this assist those who have lost everything". He prepared himself to assist with the festival

After reading through Juniper's note, a response was soon penned and sent. I do not call either side blameless or innocent in any way. However while this does not radicalize me, it does it to my friends and countrymen who wish to see me "avenged" even if I have no need for such. That only pushes them more involved with the war and makes it more difficult for me to convince anyone to keep away from conflicts, now and in the future. All I am saying is that behavior like this towards defenseless people will only create more enemies for that side and make the path towards peace longer and more difficult. - Livius Flavius

[!] This manifest directed at Haense had been spread along the entire path from Norland to New Valdev The Pacifist's Question Short time ago, I was sitting in Norland, my home. Two men approached me and accused me of being a darkspawn. While this made no sense even at the time, they knocked me out, kidnapped me and threw me in a cell. After questioning I was eventually let go and released in your lands. It has since come to my attention it was a third-party who took me, but at the time I believed it had been Haense that took me and I wanted an explanation. Not retribution, but an explanation. I had not traveled into your lands on my own, I had been FORCED there against my own will. I had been knocked unconscious TWICE. So, I made my way to the gates of New Valdev, my head hurting like hell from being bashed in the head twice already. I was UNARMED, a fact confirmed by one of the guards, and anyone with a pair of eyes could see the body I have would struggle even against a child in battle. ALL I wanted was an answer to why I had been treated the way I had. I did not make a single threat and I wasn’t violent. Yet, the guards deemed it necessary to drag me away. Smash my head into the mud, threaten to kill me and my friends, drag me away on a horse, smash my knee in, mock-execute me and leave me in the mud, without the ability to take a single step. All I was doing was seeking for answers why I had been taken away from my home and stuffed in a cell only to be subjected to RIDICULOUS questioning. I have seen criminals treated with more respect and dignity than I was. By a miracle, I made it home alive with the help of who I can only be assume to be locals, and people technically aligned against me due to the war, PROVING that basic decency still exists even during wartime. After having my wound cauterized and going through a knee surgery without anesthesia my friends and countrymen were furious and as you can imagine wanted revenge. You may expect that I’d want myself “avenged”, but you’re wrong. I have openly spoken against the war overall and criticised my OWN government, on the highest council of which I personally sit on, for our involvement in a conflict that should not involve us in ANY way, something that would DIRECTLY benefit you. Yet, your actions only seem to prove the warnings of those pushing for our continued involvement to harm you and make my efforts towards peace more difficult. I will still continue to advocate to end Norland’s participation in the war and I am still not your enemy, but if you continue methods such as these you will MAKE more enemies, that frankly you do not need. Years ago I personally went on a YEARS long project to create a map of your Kingdom. During this project I personally worked with many of your lords, counts and dukes to painstakingly create a map that would satisfy as many as possible. Since then I have befriended many from your realm. I have never wished a single Haenseti-citizen harm and I call many of them my friends. By any stretch of the imagination, I have done multiple times over more good than bad for you, so why did I deserve to be left dying in the mud? Even a pacifist like me understands how you must treat your enemies during a war, but I have just one question for you: Is this how you treat an innocent? Signed by scholar and pacifist, Livius Flavius

The Cinctus Aurifex Contract Agreed upon by King Haakon Edvardsson Ruric and Guildmaster Moraelyn & Leithril, on the 10th of Sun's Smile, IAÁ 551, AGE OF DRAGONFYRE THIS AGREEMENT is agreed upon by the Cinctus Aurifex, an organization established by Guildmasters Moraelyn & Leithril, and The King of Norland on the 10th of Sun's smile, IAÁ 551, AGE OF DRAGONFYRE DEFINITIONS As used in this agreement, the following terms shall have the respective meanings indicated: “Services” means any services to be provided by Cinctus Aurifex to Norland and its citizens as described and according to the terms specified in the contract. TERM AND TERMINATION This agreement shall commence on 10th of Sun's Smile and shall continue until in perpetuity, unless terminated in accordance with its terms. Either party may terminate this agreement by providing a 3 month written notice to the other party. SCOPE OF SERVICES The Cinctus Aurifex agrees to provide a yearly lesson on alchemical, medical, and herbal knowledges (Either through a guild master or guildsman) within their allotted Guildhall set out in this agreement. The Cinctus Aurifex agrees to take on Norlandic students when possible and willing, and as such Norlanders will be afforded posts within the Guild should they seek out such and bear enough aptitude to do so. PAYMENT AND EXPENSES For the services provided by Cinctus Aurifex under this agreement, Vjardengrad will provide a Guildhall. Cinctus Aurifex will pay an annual tax of 25 minae for the Guildhall. The Guildmasters of Cinctus Aurifex shall be given full rights as a member of the Eldrhird. AND SO IT SHALL BE, BY THE WILL OF THE FATHER, Jarl of Vjardengrad & the Lowmarch, Blood of the Herald & Lord of the Ashwood Throne, High Chieftain of the House of Ruric & King of Norland, Haakon av Edvardsson Ruric Steward of the Hold, Scribe of Vjardengrad, Master of Gild, Livius Flavius Guildmaster, Magister of the Cinctus Aurifex, Moraelyn Vel’obv-Elverhilin Guildmaster, Magister of the Cinctus Aurifex, Leithril Elverhilin

Livius didn't have stories of his own to tell, but he would be looking forward to hearing all the tales.

Vjardengrad As of SA 222/ IAA 548 Greetings again from your local mapmaker Livius Flavius, coming at you with another new map. This time I've a different kind of map to show since this is not a map of a realm, but a local map of our lovely Capital city of Vjardengrad. Once again thank you to everyone who helped with providing whatever information they could to make this happen. If you see anything wrong with any of the labels or you feel like something is missing, don't hesitate to send me a letter (IGN:Memenade) and I'll rectify the issue. And now, I present to you the map of Vjardengrad. If you'd like to commission a map for your city, castle or holding like this send me a letter (IGN: Memenade) and I'll come meet with you to discuss how I may best help you

Livius Flavius smiled reading the invitation letter in his hospital bed. "Finally... Something pleasant to do" He hummed suprirsed, but grateful for the invitation.