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INITIATION OF NEGOTIATIONS REGARDING THE LEGALITY AND FUNCTIONALITY OF N.A.F.T.A IN THE HOLY ORENIAN EMPIRE His Royal Majesty King Andrik III, representing the Northern Association for Free Trade & Administration, known as NAFTA, has been entrusted with overseeing the reconciliation between the northern vassals and the Holy Orenian Empire on their behalf. Carrying this broad mandate, King Andrik III sends his leal envoy to Oren, Konstanz Moritz Barclay, to initiate negotiations with the hope to establish a proper consensus over the many unresolved affairs that were left dormant by the war effort and the succession crisis. On behalf of Hanseti-Ruska Envoy to the Crownlands, Konstanz Moritz Barclay (Draeris) Lord-Palatine, Ser Konrad Stafyr (AndrewTech) Lord Marshal, Ser Wilheim Barclay (MadOne) On behalf of Curonia His Royal Majesty King Pierce I of House Devereux (Blanch) Chancellor, Ser Angelo de Alba (Suxals) Hetman, Svetovid Vilchyc (Wulfery) On behalf of Suffonia His Highness Archduke Edward I of House Suffolk (Sheczar) Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Arthur Stephen Suffolk (AuLune) Lord Treasurer, James Percival Suffolk (Arcean_) WITH THE FOLLOWING POINTS OF CONTENTION IN MIND: The legality of the Northern Association for Free Trade & Administration, its military alliance, Supreme Court, Taxation zone & diplomatic apparatus. The transition from Lord-Protectorate to a proper Imperial lineage in respects to the Proclamation of Interregnum of 1731 and the Dissolution of House Horen, 1720. Concessions regarding the continued guarantee of vassal autonomy that also respects Imperial integrity as much as its interests abroad. Senate reforms that better represent the desires of northern vassals that they sought to realize through NAFTA.

HER MAJESTY’S CROWNING (Saturday - October 12th, 2019 at 4pm EST) Va Birodeo Herzenav ag Edlervik, Since the day of her Matrimony, and the Crown of Hanseti-Ruska welcoming its new Queen, diligently has Milena of Carrion served her nation and fellow Haensemen. From Conducting the duties within the towering halls of Palace Ekaterinburg to the gifting of gentle kindness to common folks, she has rendered herself wholly to the service of her station. Thus with this missive, it is proclaimed that in the light of God should she be crowned, witnessed in fondness by Her Beloved populace. The Coronation of Her Royal Majesty, Milena Ekaterina, shall be conducted by the hands of His Royal Majesty, Andrew III of Hanseti-Ruska within the sacred Basilica of Fifty Virgins. The Citizens of the Empire are thus invited to attend and bare witness to Her Majesty’s Crowning. TIMETABLE Any weaponry shall be prohibited and sequestered upon entry. THE EXHIBITION OF THE CONSORT CROWN AND SCEPTER A.) Wherein Her Royal Majesty shall be introduced to the Consort Crown and scepter, and her duty cemented under the eyes of GOD by the hands of her liege and lord husband, King Andrew III of Hanseti-Ruska. THE ROYAL PROCESSION A.) Wherein Her Royal Majesty shall be escorted from the sanctified halls of the Basilica to the illustrious Palace Ekaterinburg. It is upon her arrival to the newly-built homestead of House Barbanov where she shall address Haeseni vassals and commoners alike, as their matriarch and Queen. THE NOBLE CONGREGATION A.) Wherein any strata of the Nobility may request an audience before Her Royal Majesty in efforts to settle disputes within her demesne. MAY THE CROW CONTINUE TO SOAR. GOD SAVE THE QUEEN.

The General Elections of Haense, 1734 Issued and Confirmed by the Lord Palatine, Ser Konrad Stafyr 28th of Tobia’s Bounty, 1734 | 21st of Joma and Umund, ES 287 Va Birodeo Herzenav e Edlervik, As is the custom of the realm, a general election shall be held in order to determine the office holders of the elected positions within the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska. There are three positions that shall be open for citizens to run for, those being the offices of the Grand Maer of Reza and of the Royal Aldermen of the realm. Those wishing to run must submit an application Incumbents for these offices shall automatically be added to the election ballots unless otherwise told, although it is highly recommended that they still tender an application to the Office of the Lord Palatine for record keeping purposes. For those subjects unfamiliar with the roles of our kingdom’s elected positions, the duties of these offices are as follows: The Grand Maer of Reza - The Maer is charged with orchestrating the daily operations of the royal capital. His or her job is to see to the proper maintenance of the royally sanctioned tavern, the attraction of new businesses and economic growth to the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, and the regular organization of city events. He or she reports directly to the High Steward, who in turn reports to the Crown. The Royal Aldermen - Aldermen are elected to represent the people of the kingdom in the Royal Duma, the legislative body of the realm. The two most popular candidates from each election cycle are chosen to serve as these representatives, and are tasked to listen to their constituents and propose laws relating to their interests in the Duma. As well, Denizens are reminded that the following prerequisites have been established in order to both vote and stand for these offices: Be at least fourteen years of age Be a resident of Reza or corresponding vassal and territories under the jurisdiction of the Crown of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska for at least five years Have no outstanding criminal background within the last five years The top two vote-recipients for the office of Alderman will be duly elected to the Aldermen seats of His Majesty’s Royal Duma and the candidate for Maership with the most votes shall take on the office of Maer. May GOD bless His Majesty and the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska! IV JOVEO MAAN, His Excellency, Ser Konrad Arthur Stafyr, Lord Palatine of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Councilor Paramount and Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, Knight of the Haensenic Realm [OOC]: Candidates have until Wednesday, September 25th, at 12 PM EST to register for the election cycle. Please include the following in your application: IGN: Character Name: Age: Place of Residence [Street / County Address]: Position: (Alderman or Maer) Speech [Optional]:

The Chancellor’s Report, 1734 Issued and Confirmed by the Lord Palatine, Ser Konrad Stafyr 28th of Tobia’s Bounty, 1734 | 21st of Joma and Umund, ES 287 Va Birodeo Herzenav e Edlervik, I bid the good subjects of this great Kingdom a fine day as I issue my second Chancellors’ Report to the realm, a customary practice which has been undertaken by generations of palatines to inform the public as to the Government’s initiatives over the past Saint’s Week. The first year of this new Government has been a strong one, there is no doubt about that. However, I cannot acredit these successes to being brought about by myself alone. For instance, under the leadership of my wife, the Maer of Reza, the governments of the city and the greater realm have successfully hosted a grand, royally-sanctioned masquerade for both the citizens of the realm and for our neighbors. I owe the success of this celebration to her and to the many patriotic volunteers that have sought to assist us in this endeavor, and I would like to voice my full-throated support for the Maer in favor of her upcoming re-election campaign to serve the Royal City of Reza for a third term. Speaking of which, the Government would like to announce that it has decided to call for a long overdue election for the positions of the Maership of Reza and of the Royal Aldermen of the realm. An announcement shall be made within the next Saint’s Day or so regarding the hosting of these elections, along with instructions as to how one might apply to stand for one of these offices. I would also like to announce to the public that I shall be stepping down from the position of Councilor Paramount and Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma following the conclusion of the next Duma sitting. It brings me great pain to have to abandon the position which I have filled for more than a decade, but the consolidation of the positions of the Lord Speaker and the Lord Palatine cannot be made into precedent. Therefore, I am announcing the elevation of Sigmar Baruch, the Count of Ayr, to the position of Lord Speaker of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska. The position of Lord Kastellan shall remain unfilled until such a time as His Majesty sees fit to name a new one. A new Leader of the Opposition for the Feudalist Benches of the Royal Duma has also been named, this being Karl Vyronov, the Duke of Carnatia. The Government wishes both of these men the best it entrusts them to protect a great legislative tradition which has stood firm for nearly half a century. Finally, the Government has taken action to end the closure of the Alimar Memorial Library. An emergency sum of 2000 minae has been allotted from the treasury to reopen this important public institution, and an additional donation of an extra 1000 minae has been provided by His Majesty to the library from his tournament winnings. While this Government would normally seek to obtain such funds through parliamentary procedure, I cannot stand by in good conscience while the children of our great realm grow up without the stories that make us what we are, or the knowledge that sharpens our wits to make us wiser. As Palatine, I will not let the people suffer over squabbles that many of our citizens simply care nothing for. This Government’s agenda shall be pursued with a much greater intensity in the coming days as the Palatine begins his tour of the realm. I shall do my duty to ensure good governance of this kingdom and see that all the promises of this office are upheld. The word of a man should be his bond, and so I too am bound by my word. IV JOVEO MAAN, His Excellency, Ser Konrad Arthur Stafyr, Lord Palatine of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Councilor Paramount and Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, Knight of the Haensenic Realm

A Masquerade in the Moonlight 28th of Godfrey’s Triumph, 1733 | 12th of Jula and Piov, ES 286 ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ A multitude of fliers could be seen posted along the sides of inns, stables, and road signs that line the highways of the Holy Orenian Empire. Should you choose to take one of them in hand, the pamphlet would read as follows: ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ Greetings, travelers! In order to celebrate the bonds between the many members community, the love between neighbors, and the continued prosperity of the Royal City of Reza, the Lady Maer has called for a masquerade ball of grand proportions to be held at the Prikaz in concurrence with the winter solstice. All men and women of the Empire are invited to attend this most splendid occasion, both Haenseni and foreign alike. However, those in attendance shall be required to don a mask, a costume, or both in order to gain entrance into the event. It is also to take place at nightfall in order to add to the sense of mystique for the occasion! Activities for guests who choose to attend the masquerade shall include the following: Costume Competition - Lead by a panel of three judges to be chosen by the Maer, a contest to be declared the wearer best costume at the ball shall be held during the gathering. A first, second, and third prize for the competition shall be distributed based on the decisions of the panel in regards to the beauty, originality, and the popularity of the entries. Gold, silver, and bronze medals bearing the sigil of a mask shall be presented to those winners in that order. Liquor Festival - Drinking games shall be held at the masquerade in the tradition of the north, with contestants pitting themselves against each other as they strive to be declared the most dexterous person in all the realm! The winner at the end of the night shall be given a gilded goblet inscribed with the royal crest of the kingdom as a reward. Tournament of the Full Moon - A minor tourney shall be held for the more combat inclined in the military district of Reza. A one hundred mina entrance fee must be paid in order to participate, and a sum of 75% of the total winnings, as well as a goblet engraved with the crest of a crescent moon, shall be awarded to the winner of the competition. It is not meant to be a full, dedicated tourney, but is meant to be a good way for ball-goers to pass the time. The Striking of a Grand Bonfire - As is Haenseni tradition, a bonfire shall be lit in the square of the royal city following the end of the night’s festivities. All are encouraged to gather around it and commune! Dancing and music, of course, shall also be had in the Prikaz for this most grand occasion! So feel free to bring a spouse or a date to accompany you to this event, although one is by no means required to indulge in the night’s festivities. The Lady Maer of Reza wishes you a pleasant day, and offers your her thanks for taking the time to read this letter. As the Lord Palatine of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, and as the Maer’s husband, I too look forward to seeing each and everyone one of you there under the moonlight! IV JOVEO MAAN, Her Excellency, Lady Kamilla Julya Stafyr, Maer of the Royal City of Reza His Excellency, Ser Konrad Arthur Stafyr, Lord Palatine of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Councilor Paramount and Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, Knight of the Haensenic Realm ((OOC: This event shall be held on September 21st, or this upcoming Saturday, at 3:00 PM EST. It shall be taking place in the royal palace within the royal city of Reza.))

The Chancellor’s Report, 1733 Issued and Confirmed by the Lord Palatine, Ser Konrad Stafyr 28th of Godfrey’s Triumph, 1733 | 12th of Jula and Piov, ES 286 Va Birodeo Herzenav e Edlervik, I wish the Haeseni people well on this day as I issue my first address to the nation. With the resignation of the right honorable Terrence May, His Majesty has summoned me to the Prikaz and has instructed me to form a Government on his behalf. I have humbly accepted his most gracious offer, and as such, I go forth with a mandate to improve this kingdom and ensure that its greatness shall endure for generations to come. Having served the kingdom as a public servant for many years, I have been bound by honor to remain as politically impartial as one can possibly be. My tenure as Councilor Paramount and Lord Speaker of the realm had demanded such of me, but I can no longer do so as per the traditions of the realm. I therefore wish to make known my intention to sit with the Centralist Bench in His Majesty’s Royal Duma, as it is a custom for a new Lord Palatine to declare such after assuming his mantle. But while I do intend to sit on the Centralist Benches, I must emphasize to the realm that I intend to hold and practice my own distinct political philosophy while serving as the kingdom’s premier. This Government is to be a moderate one. It shall not be afraid of reform, nor shall it be intimidated by those reformists who seek to go too far. We shall formulate our policies based on what we believe will be best for the realm, not on what we believe will best benefit our own personal interests. As such, I intend to reach out to all three benches for ideas and support to implement the ambitious agenda that I intend to pursue as the Palatine of this great kingdom. In many ways, our country has prospered since the end of the War of the Two Emperors. Under the Vyronov and May Governments, the realm has gone from a land filled with shortages and political uncertainty to one of the most prosperous in all the Empire. But in others, we have become complacent... ...Under the strong leadership of the Lady Maer of Reza, the beating heart of our nation has been restored to its former glory. But while a body might rely on its heart for strength, the health of its eyes and limbs are of equal importance to it. The forgotten man in the countryside shall no longer be neglected, for we all bleed the same sacred Highlander blood. Every man deserves a chance to make something of himself in this kingdom, and the Crown shall use the entirety its power, its majesty, and its might to ensure that all members of our society might share in our newfound prosperity. We therefore propose a strong agenda, one which shall improve upon the work of my predecessors and bring the Kingdom of Haenseti-Ruska into a bright new age. The Priorities of His Majesty’s Royal Government ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ Domestic ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ The Festival of St. Heinrik - The Government has deemed the re-establishment of this long lost Haenseni tradition to be of paramount importance to the stability, prosperity, and cultural integrity of the realm. A national festival shall therefore be held within the realm every two Saint’s Weeks, to be cycled between the various vassal holdings of the kingdom. Bids shall be placed by the landed nobility for the great honor of hosting the festival in their lands, and shall control it based on the specifications provided the Crown. Teams shall be created and allowed to enter a variety of sporting competitions. These may be based on military squadrons, guilds, noble houses, and other such organizations. The winning team for each sport shall be awarded royally sanctioned medals, a testament to their victories from the tourney. An Inspection of the Noble Estates - For too long, the vassals been left to their own devices. The development of rural areas and economic growth has been ignored by previous Governments for many decades, a massive blunder on the part of previous Governments. His Excellency, the Lord Palatine of the Realm, has therefore deemed it both necessary and proper to chair a commission that shall inspect the noble estates and meet with the landholders of the kingdom in order to determine ways to do such. This is to be done alongside the Lord Kastellan of the Realm, and both offices are to coordinate with each other during their travels in order to create a summary of all holds in the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska. The Establishment of an Intervassal Commission - A commission consisting of the lords of the landed nobility shall be created in order to advise and inform the Lord Palatine and the Crown as to the conduct of intervassal affairs and encourage prosperity throughout the greater realm. ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ International ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ Diplomatic Efforts - We believe that a healthy relationship with our fellow vassals within the Empire is key to the continued prosperity of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska. As such, the Lord Palatine shall regularly engage in efforts to visit and learn about the realm’s neighbors, further improving Haense’s image on the imperial stage and increasing awareness of the Highlander culture abroad. A Return to the Spice Islands - The Government sees great potential in a revival of Haense’s exploration endeavors in the seas of the south. A ship of the finest quality is to be constructed following completion of the new royal capital for the venture, and a royally sanctioned captain and his crew are to make a return to the Spice Islands for the first time in several decades to examine the land and determine if it is ripe for the establishment of a royal colony. The Matter of the Canal - With a mandate from His Majesty, King Andrik III, the Palatine shall order the civil servants and architects of the realm to assist in constructing the planned canal negotiated under the May Government. While this Government is skeptical of mass transportation initiatives, the benefits of such a connection between our two realms far outweigh the potential costs. Therefore, this project must be completed for the good of the realm as per the wishes of our King. While we as Haenseni may have our differences, it must not be forgotten how much we have endured together, or how much we have built together! And as the new Lord Palatine of all Haensemen, I shall ensure that we continue to remain a strong and proud people in the coming years. For we are two kingdoms, united together under one banner, one royal family, and one GOD. We must never forget where we have come from, nor can we forget our common heritage and our common cause. For whether we be Raevir or Hansetian, of noble or common blood, we are highlander men of the north. I thank the subjects of the realm for taking the time to read this proclamation, and look forward to serving His Majesty and his people for many years to come. IV JOVEO MAAN, His Excellency, Ser Konrad Arthur Stafyr, Lord Palatine of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Councilor Paramount and Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, Knight of the Haensenic Realm

Ser Konrad Stafyr eagerly awaits His Majesty’s invitation to visit the Prikaz so that he might form a stronger, more stable Government on his behalf! But, at the same time, he privately concedes that he will miss his good friend Terrence May. He hopes that he shall see the honorable member for Ayr on the feudalist backbenches during his premiership...

Ser Konrad makes a mental note to pick up his formal robes from the dry cleaner’s for this most wonderful event!

“Like your brother, you had faith in my abilities when few others did...” Ser Konrad Stafyr murmurs aloud while on a visit to the Vyronov family crypt. He places a bouquet of flowers near Lerald and Ulric’s tombs out of respect for the two brothers, taking a deep breath as he steps away. “...I know in my heart that you are innocent, Lerald.” He shifts his gaze up to the Seven Skies, forcing a soft smile as he knows his friend rests in the heavens above. “And for what it’s worth, I know that Georg did as well. Rest in peace, my friend, and thank you once again... For everything.”

A Declaration of Scholarly Endowment 18th of Owyn’s Light, 1728 =~+~= Under the provisions of the Royal Scholarship Act of 1710, the Royal Duma has recommended four entries to the Office of the Lord Palatine for royal scholarship endowments. After much consideration, Lerald Vyronov, the Lord Palatine of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, has reviewed the submissions and come to a decision as to which submissions the Government shall bequeath awards. His Grace has also decided to issue a statement praising each entry: =~+~= ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ The Horologium Haenseticus By Ginevra Valentina Steiger “This incredible piece of art was donated to His Majesty’s Royal Duma. It is a masterly made clock with carvings that refer to the history of Haense and its noble houses. The extraordinary eye for detail and time spent on this masterpiece earns it the first award under the Royal Scholarship Act of 1710. We hope to see much more from this talented craftsman in the years to come!” ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ The Confessions of Father Humbert By the Judite Monks “Father Humbert tells us in this well-written piece how he went from a life of sin to having found our merciful God. His ability to criticise himself and his history is superb. Even the most pious under us would benefit from reading this magnificent work and that earns it the second award under the Royal Scholarship Act of 1710.” ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ A Collection of Patriotic Poems By Dietrich van Jungingen “The immensely popular poems of Mister van Jungingen fills any patriotic Haenseman with pride. With an amazing feeling for words he manages to capture the Haeseni spirit. The poems are often recited in taverns across Haense. Rightfully so I might add! This incredible show of patriotism earns it the third award under the Royal Scholarship Act of 1710.” ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ “Vengence” By Finn Hope “Mister Hope shows great potential with his submission. Unfortunately I am unable to award him due to the amazing submissions by the competition. I do, however, want to give him an honorable mention and encourage him to continue writing.” ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ =~+~= Under the stipulations of this act, awardees shall be eligible to become scribe-aspirants of the royal court and continue to pursue their trades in the service and patronage of the Crown of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska. Awardees are also to be given a sum of 100 minas each under the terms of this act. If you have been chosen to receive an award, please contact the Lord Palatine to arrange the transaction. =~+~= His Grace, Lerald Vyronov, Lord Palatine of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, Duke of Carnatia, Count of Graiswald and Baron of Rytsburg Ser Konrad Arthur Stafyr, Councilor Paramount and Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, Knight of the Haensenic Realm and Steward of the County of Nenzing

Decrees of His Majesty’s Royal Duma Issued by His Majesty’s Royal Duma and confirmed by King Andrik III 16st of Horen’s Calling, 1728 Va birodeo herzanav e Edlervik, His Majesty’s Royal Duma has passed the following decrees, both of which have received royal assent from his Majesty, King Andrik III: The Medical Expansion Act All Haeseni soldiers who have completed a minimum of seven years of service to the Crown are entitled to receive access to the clinic’s services without any cost to them. A base pay of twenty minas shall be granted to all medics and doctors upon their employment. An amendment shall be made that the Surgeon General shall report directly to the Maer. An additional sum of one thousand and five hundred minas shall be allotted to fund resources to create adequate medicines and remedies for the clinic along with the two thousand minas being appropriated from the last legislative session. Citizens who enroll and become licensed medical personnel in the clinic and the Brotherhood of Saint Karl shall be waived of all tax obligations for two years to allow them to fully pursue their career. The Mask Ban Act This act serves to ban all masked individuals within walled settlements, forcing such individuals to take off their masks. This Act will give the authority to Ordermen, constables, and military officials within walled settlements to request removal of masks from masked individuals. This act will give the authority to Ordermen, constables, and military officials within walled settlements to forcefully remove masks from masked individuals, if deemed necessary and safe to do so. In the event that the use of mask is deemed necessary, (Plague/Severe Disfigurement), the citizen has the right to keep their masks on. The guard will give a written permit to keep their masks on, so they will not be distrubed in other occasions. This act also extends towards helmeted individuals, and the criteria mentioned in this bill applies to helmets as well. However, military officials such members of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, knights and doctors are allowed to keep helmets and masks on. Signed, His Royal Majesty, King Andrew III of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Kusoraev, Dules, Ulgaard, Lahy, Sorbesborg and Slesvik, Grand Duke of Vanderfell, Margrave of Rothswald, Count of Karikhov, Baranya, Kvasz, Kavat, Karovia, Kovachgrad, Torun, Turov, and Kaunas, Baron of Valwyk, Venzia, Esenstadt, Krepost and Kralta, , Lord of Alban, Reza, Markev, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera Ser Konrad Arthur Stafyr, Councilor Paramount and Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, Knight of the Haensenic Realm, Steward of the County of Nenzing

Decrees of His Majesty’s Royal Duma Issued by His Majesty’s Royal Duma and confirmed by King Andrik III 16st of Sun’s Smile, 1726 Va birodeo herzanav e Edlervik, His Majesty’s Royal Duma has passed the following decrees, both of which have received royal assent from his Majesty, King Andrik III: The Grand Medical Reform Act This act seeks to institute a series of changes to the current medical infrastructure of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska that will provide more accessible healthcare to the subjects of the Royal City of Reza. A suitable professor of medicine shall be procured, to be agreed upon by both the Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma and the Lord Palatine of the Realm. They are to be named “Surgeon General of the Royal City of Reza”, and shall be in charge of all the city’s medical facilities. The Surgeon General shall report directly to the Office of the Maer of Reza, who in turn reports to the Lord Seneschal. He shall also have the ability to issue certificates attesting to the abilities of doctors, medics, and nurses within the kingdom. A sum of 2000 minas shall be allotted from the Royal Treasury to assist with the training of both existing and newer medics within the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, to be distributed by either the Surgeon General or, in the absence of one, by the Lord Palatine as they see fit. If additional funds are required to repair and restore the medical infrastructure of the kingdom, the Surgeon General or the Lord Palatine shall have the right to petition the Royal Duma to assign more to the endeavor. A public clinic that all kingdom medical professionals may use at their leisure shall be established within the Royal City of Reza, to either be formed out of existing medical facilities or to be established using a vacant building. The city shall provide such to the Government for this endeavor free of charge, and both the Maer and the Lord Senechal are asked to assist the Government in it. All Ordermen of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl and knights of the realm are guaranteed the right to free medical care under this act. Upon the appointment of the new Surgeon General, a list of all medical personnel in the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska to be compiled and pinned to the new public clinic for all to use. All public officials are instructed to aid in this endeavor. The Northeastern Infrastructure Act His Majesty’s Royal Duma has passed the proposal for the establishment of a temporary road to connect the north-eastern counties to Reza once again. A temporary road that is big enough for a small cart pulled by a single horse will be build to connect Reza to the road to the County of Graiswald and the County of Ayr. The road will stay in use until a permanent road is established following the conclusion of the construction works to the east of Reza. The Lord Kastellan shall see to the successful execution of this act. Signed, His Royal Majesty, King Andrew III of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Kusoraev, Dules, Ulgaard, Lahy, Sorbesborg and Slesvik, Grand Duke of Vanderfell, Margrave of Rothswald, Count of Karikhov, Baranya, Kvasz, Kavat, Karovia, Kovachgrad, Torun, Turov, and Kaunas, Baron of Valwyk, Venzia, Esenstadt, Krepost and Kralta, , Lord of Alban, Reza, Markev, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera Ser Konrad Arthur Stafyr, Councilor Paramount and Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma, Knight of the Haensenic Realm, Steward of the County of Nenzing

The Festival of the Golden Crow =~+~= A multitude of fliers could be seen posted along the sides of inns, stables, and road signs that line the highways of the Holy Orenian Empire. Should you choose to take one of them in hand, the pamphlet would read as follows: =~+~= ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ *A small sketch of the city of Reza can be seen drawn here, along with a majestic full moon in the background.* Greetings, traveler! A new age is upon us, one which is destined to bring wealth and prosperity to the whole of humanity through mutual respect, cooperation, and peace. For over a decade, the Royal City of Reza has had to face the trials and tribulations of war. But now capital of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska has now finally been restored to its previous splendor as the “Gem of the North” through the hard work and determination of the subjects of Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska. Therefore, in order to celebrate the newfound prosperity that has been brought by the stability of the Emperor’s Peace, the right honorable Maer of Reza has deemed it both just and proper to authorize undertaking of the first Festival of the Golden Crow as thanksgiving. *A drawing of Reza’s mercantile district can be seen being portrayed here.* All people, Haenseni and foreign alike, are invited to attend. The festival is to be held on the 15th of Tobias’ Bounty, and shall consist of several primary attraction, including: =~+~= A Grand Tournament, open to all fighters who wish to prove their mettle in battle! The entrance fee shall be 100 minas per contestant, and the winner of the tourney shall be bequeathed the Golden Crow Cup and half of all profits a reward! Merchant Stalls, to be manned by some of the finest vendors in all the North, and beyond! Those interested in setting up one of their own should contact Kamilla Julya Stafyr, the Maer of Reza, at least a Saint’s Day before the festival. ((Saw#1299)) A Matchmaking Service, which shall be open to all those wishing to find love! Those who submit their names shall be paired with a partner of the opposite sex from a similar age and background. Participation costs 50 minas per entry. Beautiful Music, to be played for our visitors by some of the greatest bards in the North and lead both old and newly matched couples in dance! The Dunking Booth, where participants shall have the opportunity to force some of the most comical characters in all of Haense into the icy cold waters of a tank below. The Great Bonfire of the North, to be fully stocked with the finest foods and drink the land has to offer. A place where festival goers may enjoy themselves passively away from the affairs of the fair. Haenseni Chess, a great game of strategy which has been hailed by generations of northmen as one of the finest tests of wits in the Empire. =~+~= So please, come and enjoy the greatest hospitality that we, the men of the North, can offer to valued travelers such as yourselves! We wish you all a wonderful day, and hope to see you on 15th of Tobias’s Bounty. If interested in participating in either the tournament or in the matchmaking service, please fill out the application below and send it to Safe travels, and may GOD be with you all. ~Lady Kamilla Julya Stafyr, Maer of the Royal City of Reza ~Ser Konrad Arthur Stafyr, Knight of the Haensenic Realm, Lord Speaker of the Royal Duma ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ ((OOC: The festival shall be held in the City of Reza at 3:00 PM EST this Saturday. Please come, and feel free to bring your friends as well! If you wish to enter either the tourney or the matchmaking process, please fill out the following survey and prepare to pay the fees upon arrival at the festival: https://forms.gle/sompmzWHJUhxht7y6 ))

Name (and House if applicable): Konrad, of House Stafyr Degree of Knighthood (Squire, Knight Errant, Knight): Knight Age: 25 Liege Lord: King Andrew III Date of Accolade (if possible): 15th of Godfrey’s Triumph, 1719 Chapter/Order (if applicable): Marian Retinue