GMRO

Like a lot of the concepts such as adding a ring road, definitely no fast travel hubs and even keeping CT flying above the world is worthwhile. My only issue comes with as others have brought up and I have brought up to you in private about some of these more fastasy-esque areas. This last map was riddled with unusable terrain that I think badly damaged the sustainability and usage of this map. You can see that with how we both as Haense kings have snaked around usable terrain to avoid ice mountains that are unusable. I’m aware it’s also something current map development is going for, but it also seems like a theme park. It took ages for some aspects of this map to be used for events, and if it’s built in mind for a singular person who leaves the team it will go unused. Some of these terrains just seem unusable, but that doesn’t take away the fact that a lot of the concepts for map development and how it works in practice aren’t bad ideas.

THE HIGHLANDER PACT Issued by THE KINGDOM OF HANSETI-RUSKA AND THE KINGDOM OF NORLAND On this 10th of MSITZA AG DARGUND of 444 ES TO THE PEOPLE OF THE REALM AND OF THE NORTH, ON THE HIGHLAND PACT I. That the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska and the Kingdom of Norland shall come together to establish the Highland Pact. I.I. That the Highland Pact shall be rooted in shared heritage and ethnicity, and shall not extend to a political or institutional union. I.II. That the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska shall be the senior signatory of the Highland Pact, and its final authority. I.III. That the Kingdom of Norland shall recognize the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska as the sole Protector of the Highlanders henceforth. II. That the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska and the Kingdom of Norland shall work in tandem to ensure that their standing armies shall be of equitable and equal value to one another in the form of military training and officer assistance. III. That the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska and the Kingdom of Norland make the following pledges to one another: III.I That they shall not wage war upon one another. III.II That they shall not instigate political insurrection within the other. III.III. That they shall work in support of the Highlander Pact to ensure its overall success. IV. That the Highland Pact shall remain in effect as long as both of its signatories, such being King Karl III of Hanseti-Ruska and King Odin of Norland are their incumbent Crowns, and shall be purview to renegotiation or termination by their rightful successors upon such a time where they succeed. REGARDING THE KINGDOM OF HANSETI-RUSKA I. That the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska recognises the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Norland, and respects its authority and dominion over its rightful land. II. That the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska shall rise to defend and protect the Kingdom of Norland when it is under threat or attack. III. That the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska shall not send missionaries to Norland or its vassals bar helping to administrate the singular church within their lands. REGARDING THE KINGDOM OF NORLAND I. That the Kingdom of Norland recognises the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, and respects its authority and dominion over its land. II. That the Kingdom of Norland shall rise to aid the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska in times of war, both offensive and defensive. III. That the Kingdom of Norland shall allow a Canonist Church to be placed upon the lands to the road of Alisgrad to pray and administer faith to those wishing for it. IV. That the Kingdom of Norland shall cede the southern Grenz to the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, to grant it access to the road to Nyrheim. (Half of tile 36) SIGNED, His Royal Majesty KARL III by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera. His Royal Majesty, Odin Freysson Ruric, by the Blood of the Herald, King of Norland, Duke of Varhelm and Alisgrad, High Chieftain of the Rurikid, Chieftain of the Freyssons

THE QUEEN MOTHERS HEALTH KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by THE CROWN On this 8th of MSITZA AG DARGUND of 444ES VA BIRODEO E HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK, In recent and unfortunate tidings for the Crown of Hanseti-Ruska, it is reported that the Queen Mother, Emma Karenina of Jerovitz, has taken a decline in health. As of late, she has been restricted to her chambers with the hopes that her health may improve, but even while her illness persists her good-nature and ability to smile continues on. The Queen Mother is a jubilant soul, and in this time we ask our loyal citizens of Hanseti-Ruska to keep Her Majesty in their prayers, and in their thoughts. At this time, the details of Her Majesty’s affliction shall not be released to the public, and we ask that her former subjects respect her privacy in such a difficult period. Meetings may be available upon request, but we ask you not to bombard her with letters. Her Majesty’s improving health is of our utmost priority above all else. IV JOVEO MAN His Royal Majesty KARL III by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera.

LETTER OF MARQUE FOR ELATHION DAGRE’SAE KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by THE CROWN On this 8th of GRONNA AG DROBA of 444ES VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK, Know ye, that we have granted and there present unto our erstwhile and noble ally since the time of our late father, the Mariner and Captain Elathion Dagre’sae, of the vessels of their fleet, The Three Headed Fleet, to set out of the ports of Sheffield and those allied and convenient ports in a war-like manner to attack, seize and take the vessels or their booty, tackle, apparel, furnishings, weaponry and other such items of import of the pirates, Dark-Spawn of Serheim or any other such enemies that do so harass and tarry the shores or trade of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska. So long as the Crown appointed officer, that wherein, Sergeant Thomund Bishop, consider the prizes seized lawful and that nothing contrary to, or inconsistent with the customs of the Nation of Hanseti-Ruska, those offered prizes seized by said privateers shall be given a totals of half of said prize garnered by them upon their return to port. This commission shall remain in effect for a period of twenty years, after which it shall be re-assessed. IV JOVEO MAAN His Royal Majesty KARL III by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera. Captain Elathion Dagre’sae Captain Thomund Bishop, Admiral of the HRN

ROYAL BLACKSMITH REQUIRED KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by THE CROWN On this 12th of JULA AG PIOV of 444ES VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK, Since the departure of the previous Royal Blacksmith, Eadred Vanir, who was in need to travel, the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska has been in dire need of a Royal Blacksmith. This blacksmith is, in exchange for their services to the Crown, offered a free blacksmith within the city to work their metals and ensure quality arms are offered to the nation and those who would wish to ask commission of them. As no Royal Blacksmith has come forward like that of Eadred Vanir before, it defaults to the Crown to make a missive and see what comes from the metalworks. Those wishing to take up the role should send a letter, along with proof of their previous work, to the King so that he may test the metalwork and see who will take up the role, and the forge, with the hopes to take on apprentices. IV JOVEO MAAN His Royal Majesty KARL III by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera.

Karl III wished the best for the Prince of Celia'nor he had only met a couple of times, yet had seemed one of the best to have met. "Seems that Elves can not rule forever, all the more the shame that he departed. I hope he gets well soon."

ROYAL LETTERS FOR THE COUNTY OF JEROVITZ KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by THE CROWN On this 7th of JULA AG PIOV of 444ES VA BIRODEO E HERZENAV, After a great amount of loyal service over the years of refounding their house and putting great amounts of effort into Haeseni society, the Haeseni Crown is glad to award and entrust the title of THE COUNTY OF JEROVITZ to the house of KORTREVICH. After the death of Count Jan of Jerovitz, it was in doubt if the house of Kortrevich would survive, with the succession crisis of Vladrik also casting doubt upon the future of the family. Through the great efforts of Viscount Nikolai, the house has returned to a great strength in rekindling many of its old traditions, as well as forging new ones. The house once more stands as a centre of Haeseni society with the hope for it to continue for many years to come. This enhancement however is also an obligation of expected continued efforts in excellence with an aim to one day assail higher. We thank the Lords of Kortrevich for their great efforts thus far. IV JOVEO MAN His Royal Majesty KARL III by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera.

A NEW LORD SPEAKER KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by THE CROWN On this 10th of WZUVAR AG BYVCA of 444ES VA BIRODEO E HERZENAV, After our court and Duma’s discussion, it is the aim of the Crown to appoint a new Lord Speaker. From my own time during my youth, the Duma was always an issue which I found personally difficult to ascertain how to fix, this being of debates often tepid, or not of great interest. It is for such a reason that whilst I do appreciate the Duma’s great efforts in electing, I would wish to see another appointed to its position in that of my son and heir, the Grand Prince of Kusoraev. It is our hope that he shall gain a new understanding of politics and when the time comes, seek to reform our ancient institution that can properly stand the test of time. We hereby task our son to issue immediate calls for an election cycle for our current Duma, and furthermore task him to seek out reform for our Duma as is seen fit for the preservation of our Duma to make it like that of old where debate was unmoderated and of great dynamism. IV JOVEO MAN His Royal Majesty KARL III by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera.

ON MORAL ISSUE KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by THE CROWN On this 10th of WZUVAR AG BYVCA of 444ES VA BIRODEO E HERZENAV, In a recent court, it was brought to our attention the issue of bastards in the realm, such has been widely discussed by our Crown and even by our lords with hot tempers coming to flare out against one another. When bringing forth the issue, it has largely come about from the critique that some houses do not hold the same regard for how they are treated or how they come about as others. In truth, it is against our laws though these laws since the time of my father, his father and his father before him have gone unused. Is it the damning thing to do then to accept laws and enforce them now when for so long they went unused? Perhaps. In this regard then, what can be said for those who are currently challenged by such a law? The only method it would seem to me is through God. In recent times, our Duke of Vidaus sought to amend his ways through offering to crusade. It is but one to atone, but it is upon the church in reality to accept such. We shall upon call our own Royal Chaplain to deliver judgment on how he shall proceed, as well as any others that have been lax in their faith. In our own way however, we accept Lord Ruthern’s wants to help lead the Crusade in the South. Whilst it is upon him to make his dues with the church, he is a man of faithful loyalty to the Crown. It shall be upon him to ensure the strength of our nation during this crusade as the holder of our Holy Banner. From henceforth, the Crown declares that subsequent cases of Fornication, Misgenation, Homosexuality, etc. will be trialled and sentenced under the Law with the same fairness and attention from the BSK and Aulic Courts as dedicated to all other crimes. All current offenders are encouraged to seek out the Royal Chaplain to confess and atone for their sins. IV JOVEO MAN His Royal Majesty KARL III by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera. Her Excellency, Adele Emma Ludovar, Lady Justiciar of Hanseti-Ruska, Countess of Otistadt, Viscountess of Sezwesk, Baroness of Juliksburg, Lady of Ricksburg, Lady Handler of Hanseti-Ruska, Kastellan of Domestic Trade, Kastellan of Labour

THE HETMAN’S WAR COUNCIL KRUSAE ZWY KONGZEM Issued by the THE CROWN On this 2nd of Msitza ag Dargund of 443ES VA BIRODEO E HERZENAV, In order to preserve the peace of our Kingdom and its strength, one must be prepared for war. In more recent conflicts, it is often not only regular soldiers that give military suggestions or direction, but also field commanders and lieutenants raised for such periods. It is for such a reason that The King deems it necessary as Grand Hetman of the army to establish THE HETMAN’S COUNCIL. This council shall be called upon by the Crown in times of necessity to lead the war effort without worry of red lines and achieve the victory necessary for the Highlander Realm and Peoples. THE LORD MARSHAL The Lord Marshal oversees the Brotherhood of Saint Karl and is of pivotal importance towards directing the main war effort in its leadership and regular field activities. From whipping up the soldiers of the state into frenzy to actively recruiting, a large part of the war effort lays upon the shoulders of the marshal. THE FIELD COMMANDER Those of expert ability to command in the field and bring order to battle. It is these men that lead the armies of the Grand Hetman and seek to bring glory to God and Kingdom by bringing victory upon the field. In the field, these are the men of paramount command whose command supersedes all others, for too many voices and commands shall surely bring about ruin. MASTER OF THE CAMP Some such roles originate since the time of the First Brotherhood of the Golden Crow, and even before such in the armies of King Joren of Paradisus, one such as the Master of the Camp. Originally given the intent to ensure the coffers of the brotherhood are full, the role now consists of to ensure the effective defense of all castles of the realm and test them before the enemy strikes. LORDS OF WAR A general role by which any with experience or of suitable ability may be granted by the Grand Hetman or Lord Marshal. These are those such as officers or those with crucial knowledge for war which may be called upon to be used for a specific war whether that be in logistics, planning, or otherwise. THE KINGS CHAPLAIN War is ugly, and can often test the faith of even the most devout Canonist. It is however through faith and God’s divine right that judgment is rendered upon the field. The King’s Chaplain ensures that spiritual morality is kept upon the field as much as can be allowed, and furthermore that the faith and health of the Soldiers are ensured to stay in strength. In this manner, the King’s chaplain offers mass, and confession for soldiers working for the glory of GOD and the Canonist Faith. Those members of the Council currently consist of: Lady Palatine Johanna Barclay Lord Marshal Hieran Melphestus Grand Prince Georg Sigismund Prince Sergei Aleksandr Prince Marius Audemar Prince Nikolas Leopold Ser Walton Ser Flemius Lord Matyas Baruch Lord Maric Colborn Sviatoslav Godunov Chaplain Rian Mac Cailin IV JOVEO MAN His Royal Majesty KARL III by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera.

TO TAKE THE CROSS “ “The Pontiff has been profaned, Canonists tortured and the blood of the faithful spilt. Who will avenge these wrongs?” VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK, In a recent address by His Holiness, Pontian IV, a crusade was called against the darkspawn within the lair of Serheim, those who claim God to be dead in a direct attack upon our Holy Church. These creatures of a depraved nature steal children from their homes attempting to indoctrinate them in their ways, showing them false visions, and then also bath in the blood of Canonists whilst feasting upon their bodies afterwards. It is the duty of every faithful Canonist to answer the call of the Pontiff to deal with these maligned criminals. In this same way, after discussion with the Pontiff, so too does the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska answer the call of CRUSADE alongside their Canonist brethren. In a private ceremony, Karl III knelt before the Pontiff and painted a red Hussiyaran Cross upon his breastplate, offering the vow to not remove said cross until the Crusade was done. The Pontiff has furthermore offered to bless a Holy Banner to show our causes right, by GOD, to enact his will. The banners of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska flutter with the wind of GOD at their back to aid fellow Canonists to squash dark ilk. “Verily, brother, the Lord GOD put many powers into the hearts of men. And verily we are all commanded into the service of the Lord, and into the service of others, be we physician, craftsman, or king.” (The Epistles 7:3-4)

Karl III opened the missive, looked down at the paper and prompty said "No. The Lady Justiciar has already been tasked with restoring honour to our virile nobility. Asking me to get my nobility to legitimize their bastard children. If you are so desperate, go bark up the Lord Ruthern's tree for it is clear this is a singular bastards issue than anything else."