Publius

“Ah, it seems these Konchaks are not so simple...” Grumbling as he sorted through the volumes of cultural reading given to him by Begovars, ‘Dima’ Ratispora immerses himself in study!

DUMAPALOOZA [!] Far and near the horses of the Konchak and Karaman riders see couriers deliver the final invitations to the widely advertised Adrian occasion, the Dumapalooza. From them, many would receive this missive, or find one second hand reading thusly… [!] Belvitzi folks partaking in Duma in the Balt, Date 12th Sun Smile 1697 “In Swathes and swathes they came, those merry Adrian Folk; dislocated from Ves and from Belvitz, by turmoil and upheaval of the simple life they knew. But one thing was certain; when Ratibor ‘the Red’ called upon them, these jovial dandies and jostling drinkers would surely come hither and listen. For the Adrian there is one thing they hold sacrosanct above all else: Duma.” - Boris Ratiborovich, 1732 Privej good men and women, of both the hordes or towns. Finally, may the open ears hear this - the Dumapalooza has a camp to base out of, and many electors at the ready! Wanderers near and far of Adrian descent, come by the old camp St. Michael between Rubern and Helena (X: -270 Z: -1340) and behold the host there! Expect the following revelry and good times: Performances by the old Hibou Plongeant! Elector Timothee de Fontaine and his merry band shall play fair and fun tunes and the like for those about! Drinks by the renowned Mr. Roger! Drunkeness to prepare for, and celebrate the Dumapalooza will be encouraged as it always has by the electors of the Duma! Our election itself - the be all, end all, for deciding our Duke! This should be self explanatory, as it should explain what the vote is for, yes! The Duma itself - we shall vote on the direction of the Duchy hereafter, via a great Duma itself! Ratispora, @Publius Sarkozic, @Hunwald Rutledge, @Language Basarab, @bungo Roscoe the Dragon, @ARCHITECUS Vladov, @erik0821 Bracchus, @Boruto Watanabe, @Moo_bot Majordomo of Auvergne, @YPJgamer1999 Dayne, @Pancakehz Valic, @Kid Mackin Denhardt, @Zyhaveus Ault, Scratch that! Rogers, @Dodders Barbanov, @AndrewTech Ostroborovich, @VonAulus d’Montelliano, @Despacito Myre, @lev Varoche, @Enlightenment De Ruyter, @Capace Nicephore, @Cinnamonrolluwu Wheezer, @muldoon And of course the Rt. Honourable Lady Lithren @Gallic Timothee de Fontaine @tgrt Chubb and his Greenthumb @Tidgemo Leader of the Ruskan diaspora, @skuke101 Alfius the Mage, @Alpheus Eastern Turkin vote, @ThriceGreatest Western Turkin vote, @Draeris All international observers are welcome to partake in the festivities, but may do so as only guests; any good Adrian man or woman knows that a flask ought to be accompanied by a sword on their belt! Godan, please allow the Sun’s Smile to be bright upon our affairs, and may he bless all of you! Signed, Ratibor Alexander Stephen Chekov Andrik Lev ‘Dima’ Ratispora (Sunday 6PM EST)

“Eya, lemme buy you a drink!” Says ‘Dima’ to poor Thomas, watching he greet the tavern!

[!] Far and wide a missive is sent via many impoverished couriers – whether you see this looked over at a tavern, or robbed fresh from one of these fellas, news would spread far and wide of the coming reformation of Adria! [!] THE DUMAPALOOZA APPROACHES Hark, children of Adria! Drole times make bored the once merry Adrian diaspora, the bright smiles and merry revelers of all nations now! But worry little, yes, worry only an itsy bit, for not just a Duma is being called - but a Dumapalooza! All people are welcome to partake in these festivities, but only a few may elect a Duke! This missive serves only to see which families of these still live on, so we may better arrange the Duma itself! Coming soon will be a list of festivities and amenities, and an itinerary that those who are literate may follow. Summons to the ducal electors and families of is hereby issued, where the leader of the house or their representative may cast a vote to elect our new Duke; Ratispora, @Publius Sarkozic, @Hunwald Rutledge, @Language Basarab, @bungo Roscoe the Dragon, @ARCHITECUS Vladov, @erik0821 Bracchus, @WACKO Watanabe, @Moo_bot Majordomo of Auvergne, @YPJgamer1999 Valic, @Kid Mackin Ault, Scratch that! Rogers, @Dodders Barbanov, @Emenzi Ostroborovich, @VonAulus d’Montelliano, @Despacito Myre, @lev Varoche, @Enlightenment De Ruyter, @Naj Dayne, @Pancakehz Nicephore, @Cinnamonrolluwu Wheezer, @muldoon And of course the Rt. Honourable Lady Lithren @Gallic Timothee de Fontaine @tgrt Chubb and his Greenthumb @Tidgemo Leader of the Ruskan diaspora, @skuke101 Alfius the Mage, @Alpheus Reply with haste, so we may ensure there is plenty of drink for you and your guests, and a seat at what will undoubtedly be a table of the most extraordinary company! (PM me @Publius#1947 for the Disc, or reply on here!)

I got a few warning points from years ago I didn’t bother appealing, I’ll sell em to ya for a few crowns now that they’re so rare!

[!] Along the war torn roads of the Heartlands and Highlands lay posters – those who approached may assume it was to promote a circus act, lest they read what followed! [!] ”Lo and behold a depiction of my fair fit! Unhand yourself though if you enjoy it too much – lest you wish to enrich via indulgences through the mail, you would miss the point of my humble depiction; I seek employment! Such trying times require men who enjoy a good trial – and I have duped many a judge and stand ready for another test with a slate still clean! Believe you me, I can haul coal, lumber, and ass better than any man around me, and I do not wear a sword on my hip as an ornament! Send word to me, Dima Slasgravad, to the posting station due south of Avalain, should you wish to invest in a bright future. Godan bless, and all the rest!”

Realistically, his argument is sound, and the judgement against him leaves into question how arbitrary bans will become if it’s not overturned. I support the reversal of this decision.

A man said to have a forehead only so large due to his rather large brain (he is not balding) known as Fabrice Jerome de la Baltas y Kavietsby would, after observing the great martial history of the Skravians, Romstuns, and knowing the feats of the great Donaldus I, would cease attempting to negotiate a contract to join the Helena Hotspurs as he awaited an inevitable call to glorious military service.

”They ought to have written their insults more plainly, this resignation is neither cordial or succinct – I had hoped to read something more poignant from the wordsmiths that had founded the local writers guild. Such is life, the passive aggression though befits neither the reader or writer.” Setting aside the notice, an old Bracchus man would rock himself in his chair, huffing away on a pipe before lulling himself into an afternoon nap!