Verellia

“PETRA, FLOWING WATER! AVE! AVE!” From the desk of Lady Cassandra of Briar, Royal Etiquarian Issued and averred by Atstana de Regne Petrère, 263 ✧ His Imperial Majesty, Hadrian I, Emperor of Man, and his imperial pedigree ✧ His Royal Majesty, Tar-Zôrzagar Arthalion, Apostolic King of Idunia and his royal pedigree ✧ His Princely Highness, Erwin Barclay, Prince of Reinmar and his royal pedigree ✧ His Highness, Llewyn Glennmaer, Prince of Garenbrig, Lord-Paramount of Tir Coeth and his royal pedigree ✧ Her Ladyship, Princess Azruphêl Mithrenion, Lady of Angrenostand and her noble pedigree ✧ His Grace, Heinrik Ludovar, Duke of Kvasz and his noble pedigree ✧ His Grace, Duncan Baruch, Duke of Valwyck and his noble pedigree ✧ Her Grace, Mirabella Rostova, Duchess of Eredmar and her noble pedigree ✧ His Grace, Zygmunt Euler, Duke of the Adrians, & Count of Eulersburg and his noble pedigree ✧ The Right Honorable, Constance Devereux, Count of Trier and her noble pedigree ✧ His Imperial Excellency, Archchancellor Ledicort de Senna and his noble pedigree ✧ His Excellency, Vitalius Vourkehardt, Margrave of Ardrossil and his noble pedigree ✧ Their High Lordships, Maerîl O'Rourke, & Edwyn O’Rourke, Lady & Lord of Ildon and their noble pedigree ✧ Her High Lordship, Señora Anacleta Leomonte, Alcalde of Villa de Francisco and his noble pedigree ✧ His Lordship, Varrik Colborn, Patriarch of the Scyflings of Kazan and his noble pedigree HER HIGHNESS, Mattea Asadha, Princess of the Petra, Countess of the Phoenixsphere, Grand Chamberlain of the River Court, Master of Revelries of the Harren Court THE RIGHT HONORABLE, Bjorn Alaric Valkonen, Count-Consort of the Phoenixsphere, Deputy Grand Chamberlain of the River Court HER LADYSHIP, Cassandra of Briar, Baroness of Ames, Royal Etiquarian of the River Court

MC Name: Verellia_ Discord: verellia_ Image: Description of Image: Hanging herbs and dried fruit on a transparent background Dimensions: 1x1

Penned by the Princely House of Keen 13th Suns Smile, 2043. ✠═════════════════════⊱♘⊰═════════════════════✠ t was upon the 13th of Tobias’s Bounty within the year of 2043, within the chambers of the Princeps Court, that hardship and hope twisted as one. For many hours, the Princeps Consort endured a harrowing labor. The months of strain and worry that had shadowed her pregnancy and each moment of the birth carried fear that both mother and child might be lost. At last, after a night of trial, the cries they had longed for did not come with strength, but with only the faintest whimper. A daughter had been delivered into this world small, pale, and frail. Though she lived, the room was filled with uneasy silence rather than celebration. In the weeks that followed, her condition remained uncertain. It was only after a month of careful observation, when her breaths grew steadier and her color returned little by little. She shall henceforth be Christened: Annika Ines Keen, First Daughter of the Princeps of Ivoria ✠═════════════════════⊱♘⊰═════════════════════✠ Signed, HIS PRINCELY HIGHNESS, Philipp Victor Keen, Princeps of Ivöria, Count of Carolustadt, Baron of Ames and Kensford, Protector of the Ivöri people, Steward of Mount Vindicta, Seneschal of the Black Mountains, Patriarch of House Keen HER PRINCELY HIGHNESS, Cassandra of Briar, Princeps-Consort of Ivöria, Countess of Carolustadt, Baroness of Ames and Kenford, Protectoress of the Ivöri people, Stewardess of Mount Vindicta, Lady Seneschal of the Black Mountains, Matriarch of House Keen

The typical wedding procedure within the culture of Ivöria Published by The Crown of Ivöria On the Year of 2042 ─────────────────────♘───────────────────── IN SUCCESSION of the wedding between their Princely Highnesses, Philipp Keen and Cassandra of Briar, they have cemented the wedding culture for The New Age. While an Ivörian wedding follows traditions of a standard, typical wedding, there are quite a few highlighted differences. ─────────────────────♘───────────────────── RECEPTION TRADITIONS The Log Sawing An ancient Ivörian tradition, the log sawing symbolizes the couple’s ability to overcome hardship together during their marriage. To work and upend the difficulties life has to offer, while staying true to one another. The Flower Wreath Prior to the wedding, the bride and her maid of honor dutifully pick out the flowers and leaves needed to make a wreath; symbolising good fortune if it burns quickly. If the opposite occurs, it is said to spell misfortune in the following years. CEREMONY TRADITIONS The Ceremony shall start with the Maid of Honor followed by the Bridesmaids in whichever order the Bride declares. Groomsmen shall already be at the altar standing to the right upon the Groom’s side. The bridesmaids shall gather to the left of where the Bride shall stand. Following the bridesmaids shall be the Flower Girls of young age, no older than ten summers. They shall don different attire than that of the bridesmaids and join them at the left. In a typical wedding, the father of the bride walks her down the aisle. However, Princess Cassandra had rather opted for both of her parental figures to join her. This symbolizes the effort and love both mother and father have put into raising their daughter. The father shall stand on the right, while the mother on the left. Both figures shall hand off the Bride to the Groom while joining the side of their designated gender. A typical canonist ceremony shall follow, the only difference being that both parties shall kiss the cross around their necks instead of each other. This is due to Ivöria’s pious culture surrounding GOD and all things Holy. CEREMONY ATTIRE The Flower Wreath Following the making of the flower wreath by the dutiful bride and maid of honor, the bride shall don the wreath during the ceremony instead of a circlet. If it is not a princely wedding, then no circlets at all shall be donned by either party. The wreath itself is a symbol of innocence as she enters the marriage pure and youthful for her groom. The Dress of Bride and Groom While the Bride’s dress shall remain mostly white, pops of color are encouraged. Displaying the colors of both houses joining together within the union. Around her neck a Lorraine Cross shall be worn. The Groom, on the other hand, shall don attire mostly that of his House colors. This shall be accompanied by neutrals ranging from browns, blacks, and whites to further compliment the base hue of his garments. Similarly to the Bride, a Lorraine Cross shall be worn around his neck. Forevermore shall this be the standard for any wedding taking place within the domain. Each couple is free to add in their own familial traditions, though they are advised to adhere to what is outlined above. Signed, HIS PRINCELY HIGHNESS, Philipp Victor Keen, Princeps of Ivöria, Count of Carolustadt, Baron of Ames and Kensford, Protector of the Ivöri people, Steward of Mount Vindicta, Seneschal of the Black Mountains, Patriarch of House Keen HER PRINCELY HIGHNESS, Cassandra of Briar, Princeps-Consort of Ivöria, Countess of Carolustadt, Baroness of Ames and Kenford, Protectoress of the Ivöri people, Stewardess of Mount Vindicta, Lady Seneschal of the Black Mountains, Matriarch of House Keen

A pale blue gaze panned over the missive, her eyes widening some at the words under House Keen. "Princess? It seems they are a month early.. the wedding is not until the 'morrows eve." Mused Cassandra Briar, curious.

HIS PRINCELY HIGHNESS, Philipp Victor Keen, Princeps of Ivöria, Count of Carolustadt, Baron of Ames and Kensford, Protector of the Ivöri people, Steward of Mount Vindicta, Seneschal of the Black Mountains, Patriarch of House Keen HER EXCELLENCY, Cassandra Briar, Archminister of Ivöria

A Reorganization of the Principles and Institutions of Government within the Principality of Ivöria Published by The Privy of Ministers On the Year of 2041 ─────────────────────♘───────────────────── BENEATH the watchful gaze of the Lord, undertaken in prayerful contemplation, His Princely Highness, Philipp of Ivöria, has ordered a structural reform of the administration of his properties in order to align its functions with the terrible and purposeful servitude rendered to His Imperial Majesty. The reorganization of the Ivörian government shall take effect upon the promulgation of this document. ─────────────────────♘───────────────────── THE PRIVY OF MINISTERS The Privy of Ministers serves as Ivöria’s main Government, keeping the Princedom in order under the Princep’s decree. Currently, four positions are official and recognized as part of the Council. The Archminister | Cassandra Briar Tasked with overseeing the capital of Ivöria and its internal affairs, the Archminister leads the Privy under the Princeps. This role serves as the right hand to both Princeps and is the highest government position within Ivöria. The Korpskommandant | Siegfried von Schwanstein Leading the Ivory Company stands the Korpskommandant. Second only to the Princeps, this position stands as the main defense within the Princedom. They oversee the entire Company which includes taking on new guards, promotions, planning defenses and shotcalling. The Minister of Stewardry | Alistair von Treuberg Holding the master keys to the entirety of Ivöria, the Minister of Stewardry sells any and all properties. Because of this, they are also in charge of collecting everyone's taxes and giving out eviction notices. The Minister of Affairs | Conrad Jorg Keen A master of networking, the Minister of Affairs is tasked with handling international relations regarding all of the Vassals within the Empire. This includes meeting with important figures, public appearances, scheduling audiences, and managing the reputations within Ivöria. ─────────────────────♘───────────────────── THE PEERAGE OF IVÖRIA After a review of the roll of the peerage, His Princely Highness has ordered the abeyance of all titles and estates within the realm not presently possessed by the Princeps, with the exception of the following: His Lordship, Alistair von Treuberg, Baron of Treuberg A two year period will be allowed for any claimants of an Ivörian peerage to petition the Princeps for a return of the titles and estates. If you wish to join the guard, court, or serving staff, please contact Miss Cassandra Briar (Verellia_). Signed, HIS PRINCELY HIGHNESS, Philipp Victor Keen, Princeps of Ivöria, Count of Carolustadt, Baron of Ames and Kensford, Protector of the Ivöri people, Steward of Mount Vindicta, Seneschal of the Black Mountains, Patriarch of House Keen HIS HIGHNESS, Conrad Jorg Keen, Second Prince of the Ivöri, Minister of Affairs of Ivoria Her Excellency, Cassandra Briar, Archminister of Ivöria His Excellency, Siegfried von Schwanstein, Korpskommandant of Ivoria His Excellency, Alistair von Treuberg, Minister of Stewardry

Miss Cassandra wobbled back and forth in her silken dress which she had borrowed from Lady Helaine. It felt uncomfortable upon her frame, the soft fabric brushing against callused skin. She practiced her curtsy, her introductions, and most of all, practiced correcting her poor accent. Perhaps the gem will shatter before it can be polished.

Looking at the burning city from her place outside the Monastery, Cassandra stood alongside Philipp. "How awful.." The girl murmured, brows furrowing at the damage.