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Antonio de Monteforte applauds to the news of a new Holy Father, he speaks loudly in grace "For the grace of The Creator! Glory to the pious and the merciful!"

Antonio di Monteforte smiles, rubs his hands, and cheers to the men around him "May the Republic live long and in abundance!"

House Montfort “Deus nobiscum. Quis Contra?”, “God is with us. Who is against us?” History House de Montfort was founded in 1482 by the brothers Jacques and Paul de Montfort. The younger brother Paul was titled Baron of Eastcliff; of which the capital was named after house Montfort. Eventually Paul and Jacques would come to hold the titles of “Baron of Eastcliff” and “Duke of Adria”. In both instances being vassals under the Holy Orenian Empire in the continent of Athera. The family eventually fell from grace due to Paul’s death and Jacques deteriorating health. The house of Vladovich managed to politically outmaneuver the Montforts and secure control over the Duchy of Adria. Jacques died an unlanded noble and presumably without an heir. Centuries later, the head of a family of lowly merchants discovered a set of ancient documents and letters written by Jacques de Montfort. The letters confirmed that Antonio; the discoverer of these documents; was indeed Jacques direct descendant and heir. Antonio used these documents to prove he was of noble heritage to secure a handsome bank loan, allowing him and his kin to make a second attempt at making their fortune under the name of house Montfort (now known as “di Monteforte”). The family is currently settled in the Republic of Vrakai and host their activities in the town of Belvitz. Notable Members House Montfort of Eastcliff Jacques de Montfort 1438 - 1492 Jacques de Montfort’s exact origins are, due to the lack of documentation of his life, unknown. What is known about him comes from personal letters and documents, from which can be derived that he was the administrator of the town of Montfort on the continent of Athera. This town he founded along with his alleged brother: Paul de Montfort. Jacques was an able administrator and created the structure of the town of Montfort, organizing the construction of it’s mountain citadel and the creation of the Montfort Civic Guard. Paul de Montfort 1453 - 1489 Similar to his brother, Paul de Montfort’s origins are unclear. It is only known that he came to reunite with his brother in the late 1470’s, and soon founded the Barony of Eastcliff along with Jacques. He served as Baron of Eastcliff and Duke of Adria until his death. Which was reportedly caused due to health complications. Some speculate that Paul was not a Montfort and was in fact Pavel Carrion living under an alias. House Montfort of Vrakai Antonio di Monteforte [Comanderbly] Antonio di Monteforte was born simply as Antonio, for he and his kin were unaware of their noble bloodline. In his younger years he was taught to read by a monk of a local convent. This allowed him to pursue greater knowledge and helped him in setting up a modest life as a lowly traveling merchant. Due to sheer accident, Antonio stumbled upon Jacques de Montfort’s personal letters and administrative documents. Noticing the odd similarities between the history of his family and that of house Montfort, he successfully deduced that he was in fact the direct descendant and heir of Jacques. Thus making him the current patriarch of house Montfort. Current Members Antonio di Monteforte - Patriarch [Comanderbly] Ludovico di Monteforte - Heir [LukyLucaz] Carlo di Monteforte [Gargerad] Beppe di Monteforte [Playerkiller32] Business Ventures After having rediscovered their noble heritage, the Montforts took upon themselves the name of di Monteforte, adapting their ancient house name to their current dialect. Under this name the Montforts currently operate a multitude of business ventures. The Republic of Vrakai The house of Montfort is one of the more notable oligarchic families that aided in the foundation of the trade republic of Vrakai. Currently all of the Montforts reside within the territory of the Republic. The foremost figures of the family even occupy important governmental positions. Montfort Retinue The Montforts maintain a retinue of armed men-at-arms to act as their personal bodyguards, servants and even as sellswords. Currently the Montfort Retinue is under contract by the Republic of Vrakai to perform law-enforcement duties within the Republic. Persons seeking to join the Montfort Retinue / Republican Guard should seek to contact a member of the Montfort family in the town of Belvitz located South of the Cloud temple. Montfort Masonry Guild [Messy Medieval Guild] The Montforts also operate a Masonry guild that provides construction services all across Atlas. People seeking to hire the MM Guild should do this through the proper Guild contact form: (( link to MM Guild thread will be here in the future )) Montfort Bank [Coming Soon] Seeing their current business ventures in resource gathering; real estate; and security work flourish, the Montforts seek to establish a bank in the near future. This will allows it’s clients to store their capital safely and receive an interest rate upon it. Join Us! Do you seek a future of riches and regard? Then JOIN US! House Montfort is always Looking able bodied and sharp minded persons - Seek us out in the town of Belvitz, South of the Cloud Temple.

Brother Sancho of Veracruz signs the charter.

Brother Sancho of Veracruz hears of the news in local gossip and scratches his beard, thinking to himself "They do not give up.."

IC: Name: Sancho Are you a cat man? (No Kha allowed): No, am not. OOC: Minecraft In-Game Name: comanderbly Skype? (Will take it privately if you want): You have it Teamspeak? (Vital for battles): I have it Promise to have fun?: Yes