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PETER MAXIMILIAN, INDEPENDENT SCHOLAR ON THE SUBJECT OF ASTRONOMY COMPENDIUM EST STELLAE (1771) INDEX | INDEX 1 | INDEX | INDEX 2 |INTRODUCTION | PRAEFATIO 3 | STAR LOG | LEX STELLARIS 4-7 | SYMBOLOGY OF THE ARCANE ZODIAC | DE SYMBOLOGY AURICOMUS ORBIS 8-9 | MAPPING HEAVEN | TABULARUM FACIENDARUM CAELUM 10 | ARTISTIC RENDITION OF THE ARCANE ZODIAC | ARTIFEX REDDICONE AURICOMUS ORBIS INTRODUCTION | PRAEFATIO The purpose of this compendium is to expand, organize, and document regarding the heavens above. First in the compendium I intend to organize the star by size, color and luminosity for scientific identification and tracking throughout the year. The next section of the COMPENDIUM STELLA explains the symbology of the zodiac, interactions between the different celestial bodies and other assorted factoids. While there are some religious connotations, I have no intention of creating any religious doctrine out of this, I simply wish to enlighten people of the fictitious interactions of the heavens. The next section is composed of different mappings of the heavens. From the basic star map, identifying the stars with names then the next with the constellations. Afterwards the next section is an artistic rendition of the heavens above. STAR LOG | LEX STELLARIS TOBIAS SIZE: AVERAGE COLOR: GOLDEN LUMINOSITY: 6/10 DENIMS SIZE: AVERAGE COLOR: GOLDEN LUMINOSITY: 7/10 SIREN’S MAW SIZE: DWARF COLOR: RED LUMINOSITY: 4/10 JULIA’S PEAK SIZE: GREAT COLOR: BROWN LUMINOSITY: 2/10 THE BULWARK SIZE: GREAT COLOR: BROWN-REDDISH LUMINOSITY: 8/10 HOREN’S PROMISE SIZE: DWARF COLOR: WHITE LUMINOSITY: 4/10 BARRAMAN’S JEWELS SIZE: SMALL COLOR: RED LUMINOSITY: 6/10 MIRTOK SIZE: GREAT COLOR: BLUE LUMINOSITY: 7/10 BRASSHAMMER SIZE: AVERAGE COLOR: GOLDEN LUMINOSITY: 6/10 GODFREY’S GIFT SIZE: GREAT COLOR: GOLDEN LUMINOSITY: 7/10 ARETHOR SIZE: DWARF COLOR: BROWN LUMINOSITY: 1/10 VOID’S VISION SIZE: GREAT COLOR: PURPLE LUMINOSITY: 4/10 BRABANT SIZE: DWARF COLOR: GOLDEN LUMINOSITY: 9/10 WHITE ROSE SIZE: GREAT COLOR: WHITE LUMINOSITY: 7/10 ALPHA DE SOLLA SIZE: DWARF COLOR: RED LUMINOSITY: 6/10 LUCIEN’S COMPROMISE SIZE: AVERAGE COLOR: WHITE LUMINOSITY: 5/10 CORVUS SIZE: AVERAGE COLOR: GOLDEN LUMINOSITY: 4/10 ORACLE SIZE: GREAT COLOR: BLUE LUMINOSITY: 10/10 CORPORIS SIZE: DWARF COLOR: BROWN LUMINOSITY: 6/10 SYMBOLOGY OF THE ARCANE ZODIAC | DE SYMBOLOGY AURICOMUS ORBIS OF MAHARA: THE SIREN The Mahara, or the Siren, is one of the seven star signs in the Arcane Zodiac. She is a symbol of Owyn alongside Kitran or the Steed. However she symbolizes the passion and greed which is found within Owynist ideologies. Where Kitran is strong, she is wrathful, where Kitran is adventurous, she is tumultuous. Her envy and passion draw in many. She is under Kitran, enticing those to join in his unyielding conquest of the heavens above. Majoris Stellaris: TOBIAS - The star Tobias rests in the Mahara, or the Siren’s zodiac. It, alongside the star Denims are two golden star which make the eyes of the Siren. It is said that the stars symbolize the greed of the Siren, so they are aptly named after two of the greatest businessmen in Orenian history. DENIMS - The star Denims rests in the Mahara, or the Siren’s zodiac. It, alongside the star Tobias are two golden stars which make up the eyes of the Siren. It is said that the stars symbolize the greed of the Siren, so they are aptly named after two of the greatest businessmen in Orenian history. SIREN’S MAW - The star Siren’s Maw rests in the Mahara, or the Siren’s zodiac. It creates the mouth of the Siren. Her hungering mouth always wanting more, never to be satisfied. Minoris Stellaris: JULIA’S PEAK - The brown star of Julia’s peak forms the hair of the Siren. Alongside the other two brown stars in which Julia’s peak centers. Despite the wildness of the hair, there is beauty to be found in chaos and it entices all but the strongest of willed. OF NAM: THE BEETLE The Nam, or the Beetle, is one of the seven star signs in the Arcane Zodiac. It is a symbol of the Exalted Horen. It is eternal and always in the night sky, no matter the time of the year due to its unique position in the heavens. This represents the eternal role that the Exalted Horen will have in humanities fate. It's tough exoskeleton represents the protection of humanity. Always diligent and ready to guard humanity against the mysteries of the Wraith. Majoris Stellaris: THE BULWARK - The Bulwark rests in the main body of the Nam, or the Beetle. It is a massive star in the sky, formidable and everlasting it is said to be humanities bulwark from all attacks which may come from the heavens. Minoris Stellaris: HOREN’S PROMISE - At the tip of Nam’s horn, where the Bulwark is the shield, Horen’s promise is the speartip. All of the horrors of the cosmos are kept at bay by the protection of Nam’s horn. OF BARRAMAN: THE GOLEM The Barraman, or the Golem, is one of the seven star signs in the Arcane zodiac. A symbol of the Exalted Godfrey. The Barraman zodiac symbolizes the industriousness of the human race. From alchemy to metallurgy, the Barraman is said to have given these gifts to humanity. Carrying a large brass hammer which he used to create the brown star of Arethor. Providing the Lily a safe place to grow and give us Godfrey’s Promise. Majoris Stellaris: BARRAMAN’S JEWEL - The Eye of the Golem is a bright red star resting within the Barraman Golem. Its watchful eye looks out for any of those it industrious enough to be granted some of his sacred knowledge. MIRTOK - A large blue star centered in the Barraman golem. Due to Mirtok’s role in engineering innovations of the first empire he is a critical position in the Barraman. Immortalized in the stars for embodying the Barraman spirit, through industry, engineering, and hardwork. Minoris Stellaris: THE BRASS HAMMER - A golden star that creates the flat head of the Golem’s hammer. The hammer in which he uses to create many of the cosmos creations. OF ESA: THE LILY The Esa, or the Lily, is one of the seven stars signs of the Arcane Zodiac. Alongside the Barraman it is a symbol of the Exalted Godfrey. Where the Barraman represents the hardworking men who are required to run the empire. The Lily represents leadership and the gift that a stability humanity provides. Beautiful and exquisite it is perhaps the most beautiful of all the star signs. Majoris Stellaris: GODFREY’S GIFT - The tip of the lily’s bloom is called Godfrey’s Gift. A beautiful golden star embodies all the best parts of the Lily, the compilation of all the work, culture, and leadership needed to place humanity on its rightful place on top of society. ARETHOR - Where Godfrey’s gift symbolizes all of the beauty in the empire, its southern and less elegant cousin symbolizes the root of any empire. Bloodshed and war. All things return to the dirt and in certain times of the year, the top of the Lily leaves the sky, leaving only her root and stem. Reminding us all that the blooming flower is but a gift not a promise. OF ARSAN: THE WRAITH The Arsan, or the Wraith, is one of the seven star signs in the Arcane Zodiac. It is a symbol of the Exalted Sigismund. Despite it having many connotations to darker forces itself is not evil. Fear is rooted in the unknown and the Wraith symbolizes all of the cosmos that we may never understand. Mysterious and strategic it influences the world in the strangest ways. Majoris Stellaris: VOID’S VISION - A massive purple star, low in light but its light creates the void like mist which makes up the Wraith’s center. It is said that all of the truths of the cosmos can be found by venturing through its portal, but it is also the home of all the universe's horrors. The cosmological horrors are said to be kept within the Void by Horen’s Promise. Minoris Stellaris: BARBANT - A smaller but vibrant Golden star off to the side of the wraith. Its intensity provides excellent contrast to the dark and gloomy look of the Wraith, due to its placement in the Wraith it is said to symbolize the birth of new ideas and how through strategy one can create even the brightest of stars. OF KITRAN: THE STEED The Kitran, or the Steed, is one of the seven star signs in the Arcane Zodiac. It is a symbol of the Exalted Owyn. Racing across the heavens in search of glory and adventure, its reckless abandon provides a thrill for all participating however due to its nature it can be unwieldy and dangerous. Coming and going from the sky as it races off to find new heavens to conquer much like those who brand themselves Owynists today. It’s most notable aspect is the Road of Roses, the three celestial bodies which make up steed’s head to tail. Majoris Stellaris: WHITE ROSE- The White Rose is the epitome of the Kitran at its best. Strong, proud, and organized it leads the Road of Roses. It is the beginning and the standard all of the other bodies wish to achieve. ALPHA DE SOLA - Alpha de Sola is a smaller star following the White Rose. While powerful in its own right, its passion and jealousy have it chasing the White Rose in the Road of Roses for all eternity. It symbolizes Vibius’s betrayal of the Chivay Emperors, who despite great martial strength fell by the passion of their own men. Minoris Stellaris: LUCIEN’S COMPROMISE - A smaller white star. More closely resembling the White Rose in color, but not as intense nor powerful. By sacrificing some of the magnificence it is the final position in the Road of Roses. Calm and steady, it always remains in the sky, even when Kitran is off conquering other heavens. Reminding all that those who claim Owyn as their own are still there. OF TEPHES: THE ELEPHANT The Tephes, or the Elephant, is one of the seven star signs in the Arcane Zodiac. It is a symbol of the Exalted Sigismund. It is regal and distant. Still waters run deep and this is very true for the Tephes. It is unchanging, ancient and traditional. On the opposite side of the heaven’s of the Kitran some believe that Tephes is blocking Kitran from circling the cosmos and conquering the heavens. Majoris Stellaris: CORVUS - A bright golden star at the tip of one of Tephes’ trunks. It symbolizes the wealth and regality of Tephes. THE ORACLE- All knowing and wise, the ancient Tephes has the brightest star in the sky. Seen almost year round, the great blue Oracle is one of the most magnificent celestial bodies. Able to be seen by the naked eye, its impressiveness lends legitimacy to the majesty of the Tephes. Minoris Stellaris: CORPORIS- While the Tephes is majestic and old, this nature also makes it apathetic and lethargic. Wondering if its influence is dead due to its constant presence, it can be forgotten, however all things decay. Even the heavens. MAPPING HEAVEN | TABULARUM FACIENDARUM CAELUM THE STARS AS DRAWN BY PETER MAXIMILLIAN YEAR 1771 The state of the heavens in the year 1771. All distinguishable celestial bodies by the naked eye are named and their role in the Arcane Zodiac listed. THE CONSTELLATIONS AS DRAWN BY PETER MAXIMLLIAN YEAR 1771 The constellations are drawn over the notable stars, showing the basic shapes of the zodiac. THE ZODIAC AS DRAWN BY PETER MAXIMILIAN YEAR 1771 I am a scholar, not an artist, but I attempted my best at creating a visual representation of what the zodiac looks like in the heavens.

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Karl Barbanov coughs into his arm. “Haensic.” Could be heard from somewhere..

August smile’s the sun’s smile as a successful match-maker, grinning from ear to ear.

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“I am here for profit..”

“God I just hate Haense.”

Man this was an absolutely amazing thing to come back and see this weekend. Love you bird, I’m glad youre back.

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Continuing to work on exploring their lands and continue growing their farms the good people of New Andalusia. Through sweat, determination, and grace of Allah things seemed smooth sailing for the most part. Focusing more inwards and continuing on the expansion of farms and other civil projects the month of Ramadan resulted in lots of feasts and growth for the colony. Population: 2102 -> 2209 3/40 in farm[2] Adding another 18 in farm. 21/40 in farm[2] Military: Army: 300 Frontiersmen Navy: 2 Frigates

The men and women of New Andalusia continued their expansion with little troubles, crops were grown and trade began. Ships were built and men were trained. Things were looking for the colony and as the first mosque was finally finished the people cheered and celebrated as its construction coincided with the holy month of Ramadan. With the colony stable, the colonists to continue their expansion and look for more land. Taking their hatchets and wagons they trekked through the swamps looking for any land that was suitable to begin construction of new, smaller secondary settlements in order to support a larger New Andalusian economy. 19 points this turn: 18 and +1 from militia refund: 4 new spots for 16 points 3 points investing into another farmland Population: 2000 -> 2102 Military: Army: 300 Frontiersmen Navy: 2 Frigates

The proud Andalusian's, looking to create a better future for their people found refuge on the edge of the Pontchartrain and on the banks of the Mississippi. With water on both sides it provided a great defense from any would be invaders. The leader of the expedition, Rashid Mustafa, laid ground and declared to his people that Allah would have not created such fertile lands had he not intended for the Ummah to inhabit. As such, work began in setting up farms to get through the first winter. Rashid was a clever administrator back in the Kingdom of Morroco and first sought to create great walls to protect his people and bazaars for them to work in. Within the year the colony had stone-walls, a flourishing marketplace and enough farms to feed them well into the winter. As soon as the colony had become self-sustaining, he sought to scout the surrounding area for anything out of the ordinary. Population growth: 2000 -> 2102 AP this turn: 18 3 Frontiersmen for 9 points 1 New spot for 4 points 1 Militia for 1 point 2 Frigates for 4 points

Colony Name: New Andalusia Nation of Origin: Morocco Religion (Catholic, Protestant, or Othordox): Sunni Colony History: As the Andalusian's were driven out from their land by the crusading Spanish, many found haven in the Kingdom of Morroco. Large populations created urban centers and when the opportunity for a new world to discover was found the Andalusian's decided to venture forth and create new lands for themselves. Starting Location: (fill in a square & PM to either mod) Already PM'd to Ave Initial 200 AP investments: One Farmland, Two Markets, and Stone Walls Unique Military Unit: Fariqata! A Frigate, but better! Discord: Suggestions:

DECLARATION OF WITHDRAWAL By the Edict of His Majesty 10th of Sun’s Smile, 1680 Issued by His Majesty King Sigmar Va birodeo Herzenav e Edlervik, Recent years have brought forth peace anew; mankind has found itself no longer in a state of domestic destruction, and righteousness has obscured the deeds of wrong. In acknowledgement of the newfound peace of this world and her diverse and multitudinous inhabitants, King Sigmar I has proclaimed that the Kingdom of Haense shall withdraw from the now-redundant Elder Alliance, in accordance with his powers as the uncontested sovereign of the Kingdom. Signed, His Majesty the King Sigmar I of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Dules, Lahy, Sorbesborg and Slesvik, Grand Duke of Vanderfell, Duke of Akovia, Krajia and Aldersburg, Margrave of Rothswald, Count of Karikhov, Baranya, Kavat, Karovia, Torun, and Kaunas, Viscount of Alamar, Baron of Vsenk, Valwyk, Rorastig, Esenstadt, Krepost and Kralta, Lord of the Westfolk, Lord of Markev, Protector of the Highlanders, et cetera

*Sigmar signs, King of Hanseti Ruska

Sigmar signs, "Ulraho Delende Est"

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With the restoration of humanity and the proclamation of a new Orenian Empire, Sigmar knew what he must do. The men of Haense and the good highlander folk who inhabit it have been firm supporters of the Empire since her earliest days. No matter the conflicts that have risen in the past, man is stronger united. With that said, Sigmar would make his way to Carolstad in order to proclaim his allegiance to the newly crowned Emperor.

Sigmar signs!

Sigmar smiles, approving!