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"A festival would do us all some good to relax and remember who our friends are." stated the Count of Salia, give his wife a thumbs up as he knows she works so hard.

"God save Arkent!" said the Father of these set of Twins.

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"A shame it's come to this." stated the Count of Salia, the Gran Don would look over the sea of Balian, swirling his glass of wine in hand. "Let us persevere and move forward." he'd state, setting his hat upon his head and heading down to the dock to sail for the Capital from Salia.

The Count of Salia looked upon the sea of Balian confounded. “Surely he wasn’t involved in something so dire. I pray that god will reveal the truth on this matter”

The Count of Salia, smile grew greatly as his family grew, hopeful for the future, as his lineage was secure. And that his sons were born, he'd hold up each of them in the sky from atop of Mount Salia, "The Sun shines brightly on our future."

"My King, my Kingdom calls me." stated the Count of Salia, before looking to his wife, @Cheese"Let us hope that our children will never have to suffer war as we will have to Esfir." he'd state firmly, a look of concern on his face as the inevitable has come to pass, war never changes.

"Congratulations!" exclaim the Count of Salia, happy for his old time friend Svetlana, knowing she'll do good work in the Courts to further it all, having experienced the festival she hosted, he knew whatever she did next would be a splendid time to attend.

"This is why we need an Empire, we have to stop looking to these pagans and certain individuals and come together as Humanity." would state Bishop Belisarios from within his office, sighing at the contents of the missive.

"Whats so wrong with killing a man who professed to be a ferrymen servant?" wondered the Count of Salia, "I'm pretty sure this is the same man we heard about trying to settle on the Balianese border." he'd ask around, a bit bewildered.

From the Isle of Salia, the Count Achillius prayed to the cross before him, "We must persevere. Humanity is besieged."

the Count of Salia raised the missive to read clearly in the light of the ever blazing southern sun, he'd sigh as he finished the contents, "So they wish to install a Veletzii Dictator into the Kingdom of Aaun, how ******* stupid." he'd state, waiting for his Kings words on their next move, surely as he was Protector of the Heartlanders, he will do what is necessary.

Achillius smiled as he was approached by his wife, he was busy making sure a painting wasn't slanted, then nodding, "Well if they're going to say hello when they see us, we might as well attend." he'd state, inching the portrait a little more and then it was just right.

On the Southern Shores of Aevos, Achillius Aurelian toiled as they constructed a new ship the Dona Esfir, but he paused upon hearing the news of the passing, rushing over to his wifes side in Haense, knowing that the pain that she must feel must be unimaginable, having never been a twin himself, he would be there for his wife. @Cheese

THE COMITAL HOUSE OF ARKENT House Name: Arkent Date of Founding: 1700s House Founder(s): Peter Benedict d'Arkent Current Head of House: Achillius Aurelian d'Arkent Current Title(s): County of Salia List of Living Members: HRH, Count of Caluzzo, Eirene Daria. Count Achillius Aurelian d’Arkent of Salia Countess Consort Esfir Artemisia Amador Notable Figures: Peter Baldwin d’Arkent, Duke of Sunholdt, Baron of Selm The second Duke of Sunholdt, Peter Baldwin was the youngest of his siblings. But through his hardwork and dedication, he managed to secure himself as the only viable candidate as the heir to the Duchy of Sunholdt. He would serve the entirety of his life within the Imperial State Army. Eventually serving as General of the Armies of Holy Orenian Empire until finally passing away peacefully surrounded by his friends and family. Peter Benedict d’Arkent The first Count of Salia, he was the orphaned son of the last Duke of Sunholdt, left alone after the exodus to Monterosa, he would find himself under the care of the Royal family of Novellen which affirmed his loyalty to the family, until he was asked by King John the Founder to serve as Commander of the Company of St. Lothar. Leading it on many missions, including leading a group of Balianese partisans to eliminate King Frederick of Oren to avenge the Brothers war alongside the Acreans. Gabriel Peter d’Arkent The Second Count of Salia, he was the youngest son of Peter Benedict and Princess Augustina of Balian, he would go on to earn knighthood in his own right, granted to him by King Adrian of Balian, granting him the moniker the Defender. Notable Relic(s): Ignis Invictus A shortsword, made of the Boomsteel, forged for the 2nd Duke of Sunholdt, Peter Baldwin d’Arkent at the height of the war against the Inferi. Since being forged for the Duke by a now forgotten blacksmith it has been passed down from Duke to heir until it remained in the hands of Peter Augustus who relinquished the blade to his son, Peter Benedict d’Arkent, Count of Salia. Starshine A Starsteel Blade, gifted to Peter Benedict d’Arkent on the day of his marriage to the Princess Augustina of Balian. It was given to him by an ancient woman known as Alpha Carrington, an old friend of the d’Arkent family. House History: Founded in 1726, the House of Arkent descends from Joseph I of Marna, through his legitimized bastard son John d’Arkent. During the reign of the Imperial Novellen dynasty, the House of Arkent served diligently, having many members of the family serve in many prominent positions, Archchancellor and General of the Army being two examples. Eventually earning the title of Duke within the Imperial peerage, one of two Imperial noble families to hold such a rank. A Century has passed since the fall of the Holy Orenian Empire and the family continues to hold true to the lineage of Novellen, having remained faithful since the days that they journeyed across the sea with John Casimir Novellen. Following the death of Peter Benedict the Family would have a question of succession with the absences of many of the eldest children being noticed, Peter Benedict before passing away willed that his estate and lands be passed to his youngest son, Gabriel Peter d’Arkent to keep the family from completely falling into destitute. He would go on to earn Knighthood in his own right, valiantly fighting off bandits and in the war against Veletz under King Adrian and afterwards Queen Sibyl. He would pass not long after, the war leaving it to his son Theodore who married a Princess of Balian, Eirene Daria, Countess of Caluzzo. Who not long after abandoned his family leaving behind his wife, son and daughter to take up the mantle. Leaving the family in a short regency headed by her HRH. Achillius Aurelian after coming of age, followed in the footsteps of his ancestors quickly joining the Regiment of St. Lothar, and setting himself to work within the offices of the Kingdom of Balian. Now serving as Gran Don, he works to ensure the rise of his family faithfully for the Crown and Kingdom.

"Once again the wretches of Humanity rear their head at any opportunity." Antony of Rhen commented at the compact, placing on his headband, he'd step out taking out his staff, as he continued to traverse the lands of Humanity, truly saddened that certain people fall into the same trap over and over again.

An Ancient Azog would recall a war long ago, before there was an Empire. A war against a Witch, which brought humanity together, "Perhaps this is da new Dawn Perea?" he'd wonder, wandering around.

Antony of Rhen looked upon Humanity and wept, "For this is what disunity has brought us! Look at how we turn on one another. There can be no greater enemy than your own neighbor." he'd state, sliding on his poncho, and slicking his hair back, he'd then drop something into his eyes, blinking, it was all clear now.

REGIMENT OF ST. LOTHAR . Hark! A call to all those Loyal to the crown of Balian! The Kingdom of Balian is looking for Balianese men and women to stand up and serve the Crown and Country, with tensions around the world rising, the Regiment of St. Lothar needs all hands on deck to ensure the stability and safety of the Balianese people. As well as to represent the Kingdom of Balian in any event that conflict may occur, wherever and whenever. The time to rise to the occasion is now, King Alexander II of Balian will look favorably upon those who serve under our Blessed banners and for the Crown. Many are available positions for Soldiers to have purpose that must be filled each with their own performance based mina bonuses for actively participating within the Regiment of St. Lothar. Such as: Medics Recruiters Builders The Regiment stands to serve as the stepping stone into either political office, the path to Knighthood or making a name for yourself within the Kingdom of Balian. But The Crown is not blind to those who will step up to the call to serve it and put its life on the line for it. With permission from the Crown, such guarantees are offered so that the soldiers will be properly rewarded regardless of the path they choose, with permission granted by the Crown, that includes: The Right to yearly pay After Lengthy Service, the right to settle in a farmstead estate in the Countryside Access to the wealth that lies within the borders of Balian. Access to the finest equipment that the Kingdom of Balian has available Access to the Barracks for living quarters. OFFICERS ELIGIBLE TO RECRUIT Send a bird to any of these individuals AMIRATUS Kristoff Ruthern (Ave_Imperium) MARSHAL Dame Gwenyth Vilac-Vuiller (Yinkerton) LIEUTENANT Dame Viktoria Ruthern (xxretro) LIEUTENANT Baldric Vourkehardt (funkehmelon) BANNERET Achillius Aurelian d’Arkent (Bluntstacks007)

"This is why we must restore the Empire. To save Humanity from this." stated the Bishop of Tyria, he'd pray for guidance from GOD for the future, to avenge all the deaths dealt by the hands of the Ferrymen.

Preamble The Catalogus Baronum, originally commissioned by his HRM, Alexander I and conducted by HRH, Lydia Antheia Novellen during her time as Censor. This is an administrative catalog that stands as the official documentation of the Kingdoms nobility and peerages. It is to be maintained by the Gran Don who is elected by the Peers of Balian. Its purpose is to serve as a historical reference for future generations of citizens, nobles, and historians. All peers within the Kingdom of Balian are expected to submit the appropriate information pertaining to their house and its history, as well as notable figures, relics, etc. Existing peers, upon the publication of the Catalog, shall be provided with a predetermined format of which they might note down deeds and achievements made by their noble line. Any new peerages granted during the Reign of Alexander II, shall be approached to fill the catalog. The Nobility of the Kingdom of Balian (As of the 18th of Horen’s Calling, 119) Only reply to this post if you currently hold a peerage within the Kingdom of Balian. All other replies will be removed for ease of viewing. The Royal House The House of Novellen of Balian The Ducal Houses The House of Ruthern The House of Vuiller The Comital Houses The House of Arkent The House of Temesch The Viscomital Houses The House of Lyons The House of Valio The House of Novellen-Tuvia The Baronial Houses The House of Vourkehardt The House of Galbraith Credit to @MunaZaldrizoti for the original post!

THE CROWNING OF KING JOHN OF BALIAN OATH OF MONTEROSA 100 years ago Upon the Mountain of Monterosa, where the star of providence granted to us by Saint Lothar guided us. Under spotted by John the founder, he saw the divine providence that was granted to our wayward people. Those who fled from the tyranny of Frederick arrived here. John Novellen, a second son. But loyal to the people who followed him. And when the time came those who followed him didn’t know what was to come. Exiles, all they had lost and their families torn apart by civil war. Many could have laid claim upon the leadership of the peoples of the former Empire. But John stood apart, he took the mantle of leadership of these downtrodden and fallen people and led them across the southern wastes to the Monterosa, there he was affirmed, GRAND DUKE by the people for they did not feel worthy to call themselves a Kingdom yet. It was then and there, they strove to be better, to be different from their homeland, Orenia, their heritage. Despite being despised by the world, they held pride in where they came from. And it was under their faith that they stayed and they were rewarded. Twenty years later after their arrival on Monterosa, John was crowned, John I, King of Balian. The peoples of Balian lived in peace. Despite the hatred they faced for being known as ‘Imperials.’ but regardless of what they were called, they stood firm in their belief, Houses of Arkent, Ruthern, Othaman, Darkwood, Rosius, Vuiller, Huntshill-Novellen mostly unbreaking in their vows. True to their faith in John they found a new home. We as Balianese must always remember these words our Founder said to our wayward people. “We are now exiles, those of you who joined me are all that's left. We must look upon another and remember that only together will our people survive, long gone are the amenities of Oren. Taken by a Kinslayer, supported by bandits and Blackguards. I look to you all, as much as you look to me. Because only together will we make our own way in this world. Remember the faults of the past that led us here, the tragedy that drove us from the Heartlands. God in his divine Providence has protected us from all foes, let us thrive where others have failed." and so it came to pass. EXILED FROM OUR HOMELAND, WE HAVE COME UPON THIS MOUNTAIN, WE AFFIRM OUR FEALTY AND LOYALTY TO YOU, DESCENDENT OF JOHN, HE WHO LED US TO MONTEROSA. FAR FROM OUR HOME WE MAY BE, BUT AS LONG AS WE ARE TOGETHER, WE WILL PERSEVERE. HE WHO KEPT THE SPIRIT OF WHAT WAS ALIVE, THAT TIME HAS NOW PASSED, BUT OUR LOYALTY REMAINS. THE KINGDOM OF BALIAN IS OUR HOME, AND IT IS WHAT WE HAVE MADE IT TO BE, LONG GONE FROM THE CORRUPTION THAT RUINED OUR HOME. FREE FROM TYRANTS. OUR PATH HAS BEEN AFFIRMED BY GOD, LET US THRIVE IN OUR KINGDOM BALIAN. Transcribed by Bishop Belisarios, Principal Secretary of the Royal Balianese Academy, all information compiled from documents and accounts from witnesses. Balian Annum, 118 Imperial Year 1985

the Bishop Belisarios slicked his hair back, and put on his finest frock, "May we order all within our flock rightly."