Valorin listens intently while Alluin speaks and asks the candidates his questions. His tone is clear when he replies. "Whether the passage of time or a difference in methodology, the factors that originated division among Sillumiran are many and complex. My answer may seem simplistic superficially; however, it has been given much thought over the years with the counsel and guidance of the wisest and most learned Mali'thillan. I have interviewed many citizens, Sillumir or ne, and their hopes and concerns fueled my attempt to run for the Seat. Now is the time when we must set down what does not function and blaze a new trail with the tempered wisdom of experience. I have a three-step plan."
The younger Elf raises his hand and leave three fingers in the air for a moment. "If we are to fix the root problems plaguing us as a military and legal institution, we must adopt a most rigorous physical and psychological reform. We must first empower the citizenry to represent themselves in elheial’tuva, the People's Council, so that we may hear their voices once again. The constitution validates and protects our citizens and their right to speak and be heeded. For too long have we been deaf. There has been much discontent regarding the proverbial road we're traveling on yet earnest and pure 'thillan are scared to speak up." He counts down one of the fingers, leaving two raised.
"Second, we must rewrite our handbooks and protocols; discipline, honor, and service to the people and elcihi'thill must be our top priority. We have long fueled the industry for war, stockpiling weapons-grade materials, and forging them into arms and armor for our ranks; as we should for there are many threats, old and new, in this land of Almaris. However..." Valorin sighs slightly, shaking his head. "However, our recruits leave much to be desired. They have the will, the disposition, but remain in a concerning stage of raw ore. Diamonds in the rough. With so many Elves barely of age, if at all, filling our ranks there must be concentrated efforts to prepare them for the eventuality of war. I have drafted, to that end, a three-step training regimen involving Basic, Advanced, and Specialized curriculum. The intent is to build bridges and foment brotherhood among our Sillumiran, not burning them. These new protocols would comprise a double-pronged approach with lectures, physical training, and simulated combat scenarios. I hope we can continue working alongside our allies to adopt even the newest strategies of the Second Age with the might of High Elvendom."
The Tahorren takes a deep breath before resuming. His hand now displays only one finger. "Third, working closely with San'evarir, we will offer an array of open debates and lectures on Maehr'sae Hiylun'ehya. The intent is to dispel extreme or incorrect interpretations of our most important racial tenets and why they must be preserved; superseding impurity of the mind with discipline and clarity. Only if they understand what we exist for, shall Haleriran learn and our blessed officers be reminded to become the very best among all Pure and Blessed High Elves."
Valorin Celia'thilln bows his head in gratitude. "Ahernan for the time and opportunity to hear our citizens."