Ankan

you did good and deserve the break. sorry for giving you such a hard time, but i thank you for the good moments of cooperation we had towards the end at least!

Yes, but those discussions, arguments and debates aren’t being hosted on LotC mediums. You are welcome to come to the Haelunorian Discord and we can debate politics all you want (in the designated politics channel).

Is this the hill you want to die on? You never used it for politics before this. To me this just smells like forum reputation harvest season, using a Chinese national tragedy.

I’m honestly so confused to what purpose this discussion is supposed to have. LotC mediums aren’t used for political discussion, for mature themes (it is 13+) or the like, but REGARDLESS, I don’t see why there is a fight to be taken here. All integrated players of LotC are active in their own, national, charter, friend or guild discords. I haven’t ever seen a debate political of nature on the forums, on the discord nor in game. Just join a national discord and go at it. This post is so clearly just a way for people to farm forum rep and rebel against evil Chairman Telanir. Calling for the “liberation” of Hong Kong on a Mineman Roleplay Forum won’t get you anywhere. We don’t need it here. Here, go to https://www.reddit.com/

TO TEACH THEM OBEDIENCE ORPHÉE DE BEAUVAIS Issued from The Office of the Blessed Diarchy The 11th of The Amber Cold, 1742 A quiet and anticipating Blessed Citizenry had gathered in the Silver Citadel. The halls flickered in the lights of candles and fires, reflecting on the petals of white lilies arranged in beautiful bouquets for the occasion. The leader of Auvergne; Orphée de Beauvais arrived at the gate of Lareh’thilln on paths shrouded by soaring spruce, cutting through the Silver Forest. Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar received the dignitary with a wide, faux-smile. He extended an arm in the entering party’s direction, greeting them as the allies they thought themselves to be. The Orphée de Beauvais, clearly oblivious to what was to come, expressed his great gratitude for the welcoming. Gifts exchanged, and the Sohaer finally made his announcement. Orphée de Beauvais had broken all statutes and traditions, all Mali’thill and surely Canonist creed. He had pursued and assaulted a High Elven child, with intention to bring her to his bed chamber. He was to be punished to the full extent of the Silver Law. The sharp cliffs below Lareh'thilln were coloured in a thousand hues of red, of corpses of the corrupt guards who had stood at the criminal Roy's flank, fallen to the merciless Sillumiran in a decisive dance of death. In a display of determination and devotion of maehr'sae hiylun'ehya to the purpose of the protection of Elven children in the face of increasing Human violence, Orphée de Beauvais was sentenced to branding by serious mutilation of his body. In a realm post-Imperial pure hegemony, the responsibility of safeguarding our own is evergrowing heavy. May this High Elven LECTURE OF OBEDIENCE ring in the ears of all nobles and peasants who believe themselves to be above the ‘thill or beyond our reach. Harm my children, and you shall meet your justified end. ALL RISE TO DEFEND THE MOTHERLAND AY’MAHERAL IARIA ELERVATHAR, AY’LARIHEI MAEHR’SAE HIYLUN’EHYA On behalf of the Blessed Diarchy, Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar

MAEHR’SAE HIYLUN’EHYA

“Procure progress, my dear children! Procure progress!” The Sohaer urged!

THE SILVER STATE SPEAKS TO ORPHÉE DE BEAUVAIS OF AUVERGNE Issued from The Office of the Blessed Diarchy The 14th of The First Seed, 1742 ADDRESSED TO ORPHÉE DE BEAUVAIS OF AUVERGNE AND HIS FAVOURED CITIZENRY: The Blessed Diarchy extends an invitation to the leader of Auvergne, Orphée de Beauvais to the Silver State of Haelun’or, to meet in the hallowed halls of the Silver Citadel to celebrate the friendship and ever-strengthening affinity between our two sovereign states, as part of the Alliance of Independent States, in this demanding time of war and terror. The Blessed Diarchy hope to entertain discussions of cooperation post-war and the exchange of gifts. The Office of the Blessed Diarchy have made time for an Auvergne envoy this Sun’s Smile. Should Orphée de Beauvais be unable to attend, we expect letter by courier to reschedule for a later date. maehr’sae hiylun’ehya On behalf of the Blessed Diarchy, Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar

[ ! ] Pinned on notice boards around Lareh’thilln, as well as on several spots along the road through the Silver Forest towards the Haelunorian capital DUTY CALLS FOR ALL HIGH ELVES Written by Malaurir Dimaethor Elervathar Issued on 11th of The Deep Cold, 1741 Weeping and bleeding is the injured Daughter of Silver. She bleeds for our failure, and now cries for our aid. A shattering cry, though it is no use. The forge has long been cold, the barracks gathering dust. Not even the fluttering whisper of a mother, a mother in pain, can soothen the girl now. Lowered guard and rusting armour had crippled our defense, torn holes in the walls of Lareh’thilln and we paid once more with blood in our streets. No milk can heal her wounds, no guidance her lifeless soul. Only the cold Iron Fist can repair the spirit they broke. The evil yearn to see pyres from their murdered Mali’aheral rise to the sky, a snowfall of ashes, a victim to their tragic dance of death. The Children of Silver, strangers to the concept of retreat and defeat– pave a new path, map a new course. The maiming echo from the past finally cut out, no chains hold us longer. We lingered and bid our time, we waited, and watched, and harked. The beacons awaited their spark, for our charge against the dark. Under the light of an enchanting moon, through the smoke of sacrifice and the purification of our lands anew, we vow to forever cast aside all crows and rats who seek to make the Motherland their domain, the High Elves their servants. Enough was enough. The Silver State of Haelun’or rises. I CALL ALL HER ADHERENTS TO JOIN IN THIS MARCH OF THE SILVER, TO FAN THE FLAMES– WE SHALL ONCE MORE SEE HER LIGHT SHINE UPON THE REALM ENLIST IN THE SILLUMIRAN

THE SILLUMIRAN THE PROTECTORS OF THE MOTHERLAND Written by Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar and Okarir’tir Alaion Miravaris Issued and adopted the 11th of The Deep Cold, 1741 INTRODUCTION The serious responsibility of the Motherland; her vast woodlands and towering mountain chains, the heart found in Lareh’thilln and the potent Provinces, falls on your shoulders, Sillumir. The philosophy, Larihei’s ancient creeds of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya, guide us onwards, and the safekeeping of these values are imperative for the continuance of State and People. It is the Diarchy’s Silver Host- the Sillumiran, which make the Eternal Library retain her Eternal nature, and ensure our relevance and permanence in Arcas. Elsillumiran are the army in times of conflict, and the custodians of peace. Since the days of Larihei, these ‘thill have made the daunting decision to burden their lives with the blood they spill in battle. Though with newfound pride and confidence, with the last remnants of the old republic swept away, the Sillumiran march now straight in back, shoulder to shoulder. The Sillumiran Oath Larihei, kae'len cruan sulier, ay'kae vallumer'ehya Elihnsil, Elberr, kina'ehya, laean kae wynne myumiereyae ay'nae'leh sirame k' taliiyhe, ay'elcihil k' cruare il'iylkarim, mirueln thill'ehya ito kae'leh THE COMMANDING STRUCTURE ”You hallowed harbingers of harmony.. THE BLESSED DIARCHY serve as Supreme Commanders, directing the Sillumiran efforts during both war and peace, battle and home. None may trump their order. THE OKARIR’TIR, appointed by the Blessed Diarchy to organise and mobilise the Sillumiran in their place. The Okarir’tir promotes and demotes Sillumiran between ranks, ensuring that there is never a moment of chaos or anarchy in the organisation. THE TILRUIR’TIRAN, always two, never more, never less, are responsible for elite units of the Sillumiran; the Vihai and the Diarchists. They serve as commanding officers and work with their units on a daily basis to complete missions and tasks granted to them by the Blessed Diarchy and the Okarir’tir. In the absence of the others above, the Tilruir’tiran lead the Sillumiran in battle. THE TAHORRAN are officers of the Sillumiran, ensuring that the plans of high command are achieved. They lead training sessions and play part in promoting new Sillumiran to the elite units. ..offer me your sword as Larihei offered us her guidance.” THE UNITS OF THE SILLUMIRAN “Enact the Silver Law with an Iron Fist, our foes forever kept at bay by the authority of the Blessed Diarchy.. THE DIARCHISTS – The first of the two Elite Units. The Champions of the Blessed Diarchy; Only the most ardent, stalwart and experienced defenders of the Silver State are entrusted with such responsibility. Their devotion to this bounden duty is reaffirmed through oaths, ceremonies and participation at summits and meetings everywhere the Diarchy travels. THE VIHAI – The second of the two Elite Units. Protectors of Lareh’thilln and the vast woodlands and plains at her feet, the Vihai take upon themselves all more adverse missions required to keep order in our dominion. Similar to the hunter, or ranger, the Vihai move in smaller groups, on lighter feet, armed with the sharpest weapons available to the Mali’thill. As their name suggests, the victims of the extermination will hear no more than a whisper. THE SILLUMIR – Soldiers of the Silver State, the initiate and trained, enacting the Silver Law and orders of high command to defend the High Elven people and her Motherland. The Sillumir is to serve an active period of four years prior to being eligible for promotion to an elite unit of their choice. The Sillumiran may, in addition to their common duties, seek a specialisation. The current options are WALEHIR, the medics of the force, and LOGISTICIAN, who tend to the horses for the cavalry and other equipment the guard may require. THE AUXILIARY – The loyal lesser descendents of the Motherland may serve in the Sillumiran as an auxiliary, aiding the guardforce in upholding Law and meeting victory in battle. Following long enough service, through blessing of the Okarir’tir, the Auxiliary may ascend to becoming a full-fledged Sillumir. ..The Silver Inquisition will continue.” ENLISTMENT Contact Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar [[Haelunor]], Okarir’tir Alaion Miravaris [[duckybreb#4385]], Tilruir’tir Storm Elibar’acal [[StormBreaker0520#0787]] or Tilruir’tir Nehtamo Seregon [[pkdon#3760]] for questions, or pin a response to this missive. OOC MC NAME: DISCORD: RP NAME: AGE: ARE YOU A CITIZEN OF HAELUN’OR? ALL RISE TO DEFEND THE MOTHERLAND AY’MAHERAL IARIA ELERVATHAR, AY’LARIHEI MAEHR’SAE HIYLUN’EHYA

THE HAELUN’OR-SUFFONIA PACT OF NON-AGGRESSION Signed and adopted on the 6th of The Amber Cold, 1741 The Silver State of Haelun’or and the Archduchy of Suffonia have on this day found fair terms, which the signatories devotedly and solemnly swear to uphold, to create conditions for a peaceful realm in which Mankind and High Elves can live in harmony. An enduring truce, destined to last even beyond the turbulent times of war the realm now experience. The Terms, agreed upon by both signatories, are as followed: [ I ] : The parties commit to adhering to a strict non-aggression pact, refusing any and all calls to war against either of the two nations. [ II ] : The parties commit to respecting their respective territory, the sanctity of their borders as well as their capacity to disallow trespassing upon their land. [ III ] : This treaty shall last for a period of 5 years, and must be resigned by all signatories at the expiration to confirm its dissolution. Those signed beneath pledge their names and respective nations to the terms in unanimity, bound by blood to the oath in which they commit. Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar Prince, Lord Protector of Suffonia John Nicholas Suffolk

In the robe, endowed by additional jewelry and adornments, iconic for the Sohaer in wartime, Dimaethor Elervathar approached the gathering in the square. A Sillumir on each flank, a faint smile which certainly asserted his confidence and collected state. He lifted a hand, hazy sapphire orbs sweeping the square, settling on all and on one. The exquisite Nakamachi silk shifted like waves on a peaceful sea, reacting to all of the Elervathar’s movements. He tapped his heel on the stone underfoot, addressing the High Elves: My Children – Blessed Citizenry.. I address you with heavy heart, having had wept to the unfortunate circumstances brought upon us once again. I have been Maheral, then Sohaer, during nothing less than six draining war campaigns. We remember the Alderyni betrayal, with the Elven Union founded and lashing out towards us in fear of our evergrowing progress. We remember the War of the Two Emperors, when the Haenseti Horde joined forces with the Wyvrun Cultists, stating intention to annihilate our peaceful dominion. We live long lives, Mali’thill, to which bitterness and resentment is lethal. We forgave the Marnan States, as we did the Mali’fenn, and now the Mali’ame of Irrinor. To break an eternal cycle of oppression and violence. The era of isolation has long passed. On clear days, you can see most nations of the realm from the towers of the Motherland. We can dream away, raise our walls taller, add another layer of bars to the gates, but the realm and the descendents beyond them will not go away. We must not invite trouble, or waste more lives on muddied besieged fields far away, but we must be rational: what happens elsewhere is often relevant to the security of our own dominion. We shall not fight their wars, defeat their foes, but we shall see to Silver and Sovereignty being assured over all. We will continue to defy the barbaric practices of the warmongering lesser. But the Tilruir’tir #066 spoke. He called for betrayal before an order had even been issued. A crime against the Constitution and Silver Law, to undermine the authority of the Blessed Diarchy, which constitutes the pure foundation of the Silver State. The Tilruir’tir #066 is summoned to stand trial for his misconduct, failure to adhere to both Constitution and Sillumir hierarchy. The traitors shan’t be able to pluck any Silver Lilies. Due to the urgent nature, and severity of the crime, the Silver Trial is to commence this Elven Day. Voice your opinions, Blessed Citizenry, let a thousand flowers bloom, but to call for deviation from the course mapped out by the Constitution of our Silver State will be punished accordingly to the Silver Law. My office is open for you. And with a last: maehr’sae hiylun’ehya, the Sohaer concluded his speech, retreating to the Silver Citadel to test a new vintage of Visaj Red.

[!] Submitted to the Eternal Library MILITANT FATE Written by Malaurir Dimaethor Elervathar Issued on 23rd of the Amber Cold, 1740 The horizon behind the Motherland was beautifully on fire. The soaring towers stretched upwards, piercing the sheening heavens above. Upon our peak of sheer splendor, the ‘thill had reconciled with one another in an enduring truce. Candles and a sweet scent seeping out of a hall hinted at a daughter and her parents and their parents savoring supper. Oh you peaceful dominion of Silver. An unexpected snowfall obscures the view, and creates chaos and panic. Arrows adrift flew through the air above the heads of crouching Sillumiran, dancing the dance of death. The horses rise, neighing, and there are no riders in their saddles. The trenches are filled with a thousand lonely murders, and the dark wind continues to blow. We are trapped on these besieged fields. Bells must no longer toll, and in its place ring laughter of children. Pristine pillars of quartz had risen out of luscious grassland like sunflowers, or lilies. A domesticated Mali’ame wandered about, plucking weed out of one of many Haelunorian lavish parks. Soups of the finest vegetables simmered in the tavern, and barrels and barrels of Visaj wine were rolled in to build stock for a grand feast. Days passed slowly; serenity for what seemed like an eternity. A rose drifting in water. A silent scream in the night. The hardened souls softened against the steel swords sent in their direction. The trumpet call to continue the charge, a fanfare of impure affliction, compelled more Elves forward to the slaughter. They rang as if in anticipation of the impending carnage. With this backdrop of suffering, blinded and choking, they were taken to have a dawning and dismal realisation.. No more ashes. Peace.

Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar signs.

THE HAELUN’OR-IRRINOR PEACE ACCORD Signed and adopted on the 14th of The Amber Cold, 1740 The Silver State of Haelun’or and the Forest Realm of Irrinor have on this day found fair terms to begin the efforts of reconciliation. An enduring truce, with intention to break the cycle of Elven oppression and conflict. The Terms, agreed upon by both signatories, are as followed: [ I ] : The armed and political conflict between The Silver State of Haelun’or and the Forest Realm of Irrinor will end with immediate effect. The truce to follow has no date of expiration. [ II ] : The Forest Realm of Irrinor shall issue a most sincere apology to the Mali’aheral for the violation of treaties and the transgressions upon the Silver State of Haelun’or. [ III ] : The Forest Realm of Irrinor shall pay war reparations to the Silver State of Haelun’or in the form of 20,000 Minaan. Those signed beneath pledge their names and respective nations to the terms in unanimity, bound by blood to the oath in which they commit. Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar High Prince Lyemar Aureon

Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar inspecting the inventory of new backpacks for the Uhieran; the Haelunorian Scouts.

[!] An additional page has been added to the original constitution. THE ELERVATHAR DIARCHY CONSTITUTION ON AMENDMENTS Adopted the 23rd of The Grand Harvest, 1738 ARTICLE 41. The Blessed Diarchy may amend the Constitution only if they agree on the amendment unanimously.

THE SILVER LAW Originally authored by Malaurir Lucion Sullas, Ante’vuln Lazul, Delos Telperion et al. Heavily revised by Malaurir Dimaethor Elervathar Adopted the 23rd of the Grand Harvest, 1739 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION CHAPTER I – THE OBVIOUS LAWS CHAPTER II – THE DICHOTOMY OF LEWDNESS CHAPTER III – THE RETURN TO PURITY CHAPTER IV – THE SILVER TRIBUNAL CHAPTER V – THE PUNISHMENTS OF THE STATE INTRODUCTION “Rooting out impurity is an eternal battle, though paramount for our permanence. Without the struggle await only toil and everlasting torment.” Malaurir Dimaethor Elervathar The Silver Sanctum is built on Laws and Principles well-rooted in maehr’sae hiylun’ehya and the teachings of Malauriran traced back many centuries. Where our story resumed in Atlas, during the era of re-enlightenment in the Silver Enclave of Fi’halen, a law appropriate for our humble size was adopted. The Motherland has since been restored, though the Old Law served us well, it is of the view of The Blessed Diarchy that the re-introduction of The Obvious Laws and The Dichotomy of Lewdness is imperative for the next step in our march onwards. CHAPTER I THE OBVIOUS LAWS “The venerated society of the mali’aheral will not tolerate those who cannot abide by the simplest of civilised behaviours. For those who are incapable of deducing such things (or philosophers who tend to debate the existential qualities of “laws” and the purposelessness of attempting to order a world that is fundamentally chaotic, or perhaps something equally irritating) I shall write a guide of laws that should be, to most civilised beings, obvious.” Malaurir Lucion Sullas ARTICLE 1. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or will not tolerate the ineffable natures of violent beasts. This extends into any and all acts of physical aggression upon another, Mali’aheral or not, who are allowed within the state. Violence is the tool of the primitive, and all disputes can and should be solved by means of civil discussion. Such violence will only be permitted when absolutely necessary - for example when one finds themselves in immediate danger and self-defence is required. ARTICLE 2. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or will not tolerate the loathsome fingers of uncontrolled greed. Theft of any conceivable nature is frowned upon greatly by any and all who deem to perform it. There is no exception to this rule. A society that disregards the call of the petty coin has little patience for those whose greed is akin to the Bortu. ARTICLE 3. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or will not tolerate the meanderings of unscrupulous and alien wanderers. Those who are deemed unworthy will not be allowed entrance. Those who are allowed within will be on a very short leash. Should they irritate enough of the citizenry, foreign beings will be ejected--by force if necessary. ARTICLE 4. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or will not tolerate the purity of their citizens purposely tarnished out of hedonistic glee. Purity is not in the eyes of the beholder. It is in the venerated manners of our Mali’thill ancestors where we find guidance in purity. It is not enough that one’s heart is pure--for only when one’s mind and blood remains unmuddied can true purity be gained. ARTICLE 5. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or will not tolerate the disgraceful and irrational destruction of written thought. Knowledge and written thought is completely imperative for progression and preservation of our people; a custom rooted in maehr’sae hiylun’ehya. The destruction of tomes of any value within the great library is to be treated as a crime akin to both violence, and theft. ARTICLE 6. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or will not tolerate purposeful mutilation of oneself. To ensure the purity of body of all residents of the State, the mutilation of one’s body for reasons aesthetic is hereby banned. Medical licensing and governmental approval can be acquired by those with individual needs, but the harming of one’s own body through piercing and other means is, as is necessary for soundness of mind, to be rejected. This extends to the dyeing of one’s hair. ARTICLE 7. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or will not tolerate attire which obscures one’s identity. To ensure the safety of the Mali’thill, and indeed of all blessed citizens, it has been determined that the wearing of overly large hoods, helmets, full masks, and other forms of obscuring perception of identity both through worn attire and magics is hereby banned among all non-citizens and non-mali’thill of the State. ARTICLE 8. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or will not tolerate public slanderous speech by untempered tongues toward invited guests, or allies, of the Blessed Diarchy. All in The Silver State of Haelun’or remains courteous and hospitable to all invited guests to The Silver State of Haelun’or, and denounces any who publicly slander her allied nations or factions. The scattering and distribution of slander and anti-purity propaganda concerning The Blessed Diarchy puts the stability and health of the State and Populous at risk. CHAPTER II THE DICHOTOMY OF LEWDNESS “The filth accumulates, not in the sewers, but in our very streets. The waste that pollutes the once clean walkways of Haelun’or is carried in the hearts of her children. To purge the city, she must expel these waste-bearers, for they are disgraceful, lliran. Our city weeps, and her silver tears leak away the memory of a once great civilization. Larihei lives in disrepute, and we are to blame. We have not lived up to her.. Examine your hands, and the hands of your lliran. It is time to wash away the filth of the streets." Anve’vuln Lazul ARTICLE 1. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or shall not participate in physical fraternization outside of marriage. This crime disrespects the very nature of the matrimonial union. Unmarried Citizens who physically fraternize disregard the purpose of intercourse, and cause unruly distraction, emotional disruption, and in the worst case scenario - consequences of bastardization, a terrible crime, considering it taints the reputation of an otherwise innocent mali’aheral child. ARTICLE 2. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or shall not participate in physical fraternization with a minor (a minor being any mali less than 50 years of age). Children are indeed the most precious safeguard of our kin. Subjecting an emotionally immature mind to such matters is unacceptable. Let it be known that mali under the age of 50 are unable to give consent, as their uninformed opinions towards this subject are too juvenile to be capable of discernment. ARTICLE 3. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or shall not participate in public fraternization of an intimate nature. A disrespect of peers and the City’s dignity itself, those who violate this covenant of Haelun’or’s sanctity deserve not to walk her halls. ARTICLE 4. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or shall not participate in fraternization of any intimate sort with impures, or other races. Preservation of life itself resides in the idea of purity. To lay waste to one’s untainted mali’aheral blood is a crime no less potent than murder of another citizen. ARTICLE 5. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or shall not participate in non-consensual physical fraternization. Larihei is blind to you, desecrators of this law. It is beyond reproach. You will meet a swift judgement. ARTICLE 6. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or shall not participate in intimate fraternization of a homosexual nature. All who engage in intimacy in a public or private with a member of the same gender should be treated as unclean, dirtying the sights of their fellows with such a display of uncivilized, unproductive lust. ARTICLE 7. The Blessed Residents of The Silver State of Haelun’or shall not participate in incestuous intimate fraternization of any kind. No self-respecting mali will need explanation as to why this type of behavior is both obscene and illegal. CHAPTER III THE RETURN TO PURITY “You are more Mali’thill than you admit. Learn of your ancestors, of the past, it will guide your future. Restore honour and pride in your long wayward heart.” Malaurir Dimaethor Elervathar The Path to Purity is an ancient process. The Mali’thill are a people of mercy, rejecting violent punishments in favour of that which will have true lasting impact; re-education. As the Mali’ata has wronged our venerated race, they must seek redemption in the eyes of all who would call themselves Mali’thill. As such, they must gain the forgiveness of all who dwell within the pure lands. THE FOUR STAGES FOR PURIFICATION STAGE 1. The Drawing of the Curtain The Mali’ata must be sincere in their desire to become a part of our society once more, and be willing to perform all the tasks asked of them. They must be willing to acknowledge the wrongness of the crimes they have committed against their kin and the Silver State as a whole. Should they not conform to this ideal, they shall not be allowed to return. STAGE 2. Righteous Revulsion Should the Mali’ata be sincere, and willing, they will be allowed to enter the city. Here, they must seek out every Laurir within its walls, and tell them individually of the crimes they have committed towards Mali’aheral. They will then, after informing each individual of the crimes, ask for forgiveness from each. The Laurir may ask the Mali’ata of anything, and the Mali’ata will do as they ask with great vigour and a calm disposition in a manner befitting any true Mali’aheral. The labours the Mali’ata provided are but a pittance in exchange for the attacks on purity they have performed. As Laurir, standards of good judgement are expected and a request which calls to question the logic of itself will reflect negatively upon themselves if inadequately explained. Should a Laurir request a task that clashes with the laws of the city, the individual shall be punished according to the crimes they requested to be committed. The Mali’ata may not advance to the next stage unless every Laurir gives their forgiveness. STAGE 3. Learning the Way All Mali’ata must understand and revere the maehr’sae hiylun’ehya, as it is the very phrase that defines our people, our culture, and our civilisation. Those that lack an understanding, or adequate interpretation, of the maehr’sae hiylun’ehya will find themselves shortly more unwelcome than they had been previously. The Mali’ata shall be assigned a teacher from the pure Blessed Citizenry, the duty of whom it will be to teach the Mali’ata maehr’sae hiylun’ehya. During this stage, the teacher may assign to the Mali’ata multiple tasks which they must complete in order to advance to the next stage. At the end of this process, they may be tested by members of the Silver Council of their knowledge regarding the blessed phrase. STAGE 4. Acceptance The Mali’ata, after gaining forgiveness and understanding the apex of our culture, will be called to an assembly of all volunteering citizens. Here it will be decided by the majority whether the Mali’ata may become a part of the exalted society and resume their title of Mali’thill. Should the Citizenry decide that the actions of the mali’ata are satisfactory, they shall again be considered a Citizen. The mali’ata will regain their title of Mali’thilln and they may see Lareh’thilln as their home once more. With the conclusion of this final step, a celebration should be held - as they have obtained citizenship. CHAPTER IV THE SILVER TRIBUNAL “The Silver Tribunal is both shield and sword, the most important weapon in the Haelunorian armoury versus corruption and crime.” Malaurir Dimaethor Elervathar In the event that a citizen of Haelun’or is accused of violating any of the above laws and is summoned to stand trial, a set three pariran’tir (judges) are appointed to operate as a panel of decision makers. These judges, once appointed, shall deliberate upon the accused’s guilt. When a decision is made, punishment as appropriate will be delivered at their discretion. If the judges so desire more evidence, they may call for a testimonial, or a character witness. The parir’tir (judge) is chosen based on a hierarchy of respect and authority, namely: a) Malauriran b) Lauriran c) Okariran d) First Class Citizen Should the accused not appear to the time they were summoned, they shall be considered guilty and a sentence shall be issued by the pariran’tir in their absence. CHAPTER V THE PUNISHMENTS OF THE STATE “Haelun’or has proven herself to be efficient in cleansing society from the corrupt minds. Whether that may be through execution or banishment, we drive out plagues by grace of our rigorous loyalty to the maehr’sae hiylun’ehya.” Malaurir Iaria Elervathar THE FIRST TIER OF PUNISHMENTS For minor infractions and crimes against order, either by discretion of The Blessed Diarchy, the Okarir’tir or the Pariran’tir after a concluded trial, the guilty may be punished with: Mandated cultural classes Fines Public indication, such as; carrying a large, visible golden amulet THE SECOND TIER OF PUNISHMENTS For repeated violation of The Obvious Laws or The Dichotomy of Lewdness, either by discretion of The Blessed Diarchy or the Pariran’tir after a concluded trial, the guilty may be punished with all things in the first tier, as well as: Mandated civil service Stripping of property Annulment of marriage The Path to Purity THE THIRD TIER OF PUNISHMENTS For the most heinous crimes, where there is no reason to believe the guilty may ever reform, only death is fitting. The sentence may be made either by discretion of The Blessed Diarchy or the Pariran’tir after a concluded trial.

TO THE OKARIR’AKALN: ON INDEPENDENCE AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY Issued from The Office of the Blessed Diarchy The 6th of the Grand Harvest, 1739 ADDRESSED TO OKARIR’AKALN EVELON TELPERION, REPRINTED AND ACCESSIBLE FOR THE BLESSED CITIZENRY IN THE ETERNAL LIBRARY: SILVER AND SOVEREIGNTY Above all matters, any points of contention, topics of discussion, is the principle of liberty and autonomy of the Mali’thill. For the protection and practice of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya and Larihei’s teachings, the independence of the Motherland is imperative. I no longer fear a day of lessers subjugating the Children of Silver, for the Sillumiran has long shown its military might, and Elemyumiran their elegance in diplomacy. Instead, I see the danger and menace which is our reliance on foreign goods, on lesser merchants and Skygod Minaan. Our Motherland has seldom had respite from war, terror or immediate danger thereof. Bandits already live in the shadows of Lareh’thilln, preying on wealthy merchants and caravans bringing necessary goods to the Mali’thill from far beyond. Lesser kingdoms, princedoms, duchies and federations change rapidly as heirs take the place of their former kings, princes and dukes. It has been even more evident in recent decades how easy former allies and partners of trade are quick to break faith. It is in the spirit of self-reliance, an important principle for the safekeeping of our ancient creeds, that we must see to change. For self-reliance and for Silver and Sovereignty. I implore Okarir’akaln Evelon Telperion to heed my advise, and lean upon this missive as guidance for her future reforms and efforts. We must elevate ourselves above dangerous dependency. We must activate and put all Mali’aheral to work. We must ensure our production is made functional and effective. The Blessed Diarchy’s Counsel to the Okarir’akaln to protect Silver and Sovereignty: - Declare our market free of lesser influence. - Set up a ‘Committee for the Self-Reliance of Industry’, in which you summon leaders of our means of production, as well as representatives of the Tavern, Sillumiran and Clinic. - Define the resources necessary for our self-reliance. - Plan the necessary nationalisation of production. - With information and knowledge gathered through the steps above, plan the markets to suit the need of the Blessed Citizenry. - Investigate into the prospect of a SOVEREIGN CURRENCY and the abolishment of Skygod Minaan in Haelun’or. maehr’sae hiylun’ehya On behalf of the Blessed Diarchy, Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar

Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar made note to the Okarir’maehr to BAN the book from the Eternal Library.

Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar dodges Burbur’s atomic snot bullet, signing the treaty in a Silver Citadel filled of good allies!

THE ELERVATHAR DIARCHY CONSTITUTION Adopted the 22nd of The Grand Harvest, 1738 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION CHAPTER I – THE ORGANISATION OF THE SILVER SOCIETY CHAPTER II – THE ORGANISATION OF THE SILVER STATE OF HAELUN’OR CHAPTER III – THE INSTRUMENT AND AUTHORITY OF GOVERNMENT CHAPTER IV – THE SUCCESSION AND APPOINTMENT OF GOVERNMENT CHAPTER V – CITIZENSHIP IN THE SILVER STATE OF HAELUN’OR INTRODUCTION “An Epoch to lay the foundations of permanent progress. Rejoice! Rejoice! Rejoice! You are the chosen one, child. Blessed by Larihei’s realisation of the nature of State and our inherited Nature, I will guide you into the future. A completed century will only be the start.” Malaurir Dimaethor Elervathar In the Withering Republics of Atlas; the impotent Sohaerate and the inefficient Oligarchy, scholars came to seek alternatives. It was first in the ruins of our Oasis of Silver where we found our philosophy anew; in the restored Silver Enclave of Fi’halen. To ensure the continuance of a functioning and stable Silver State, and to correct the corruptive and degenerative nature of former structures, a new rule of law, with statutes to uphold and protect. A system developed over half a century which has proven its potency and power in practical tests alone, now to be assembled in this document. Be it to clarify for the current Blessed Populous, or to be an example for future generations far after our time. CHAPTER I THE ORGANISATION OF THE SILVER SOCIETY “In spite of its sheer opulence and enthralling splendour, the Silver State is in a never-ending construction and will always harbor more room for evolution and progress.” Malaurir Iaria Elervathar ARTICLE 1. The Silver State of Haelun’or is the state of the High Elves. ARTICLE 2. The Blessed Diarchy and her Silver Council, which founded The Silver Enclave of Fi’halen and led the High Elven people towards re-enlightenment, constitute the pure political foundation of The Silver State of Haelun’or. ARTICLE 3. The High Elven people is free and sovereign, represented by her Blessed Diarchy. ARTICLE 4. The principle of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya and Larihei’s teachings, as firmly established, constitute the pure cultural, social and economical foundation of The Silver State of Haelun’or. ARTICLE 5. Work is a matter of duty, therefore all able-bodied High Elves contribute to The Silver State of Haelun’or. ARTICLE 6. To defend the Motherland is a matter of duty, therefore all able-bodied High Elves serve in the organised and spontaneous resistance against armed attacks. CHAPTER II THE ORGANISATION OF THE SILVER STATE OF HAELUN’OR “Our humble and peaceful domain, of stone, of spruce and untrampled earth.." Malaurir Dimaethor Elervathar ARTICLE 7. The Capital of The Silver State of Haelun’or is the City of Lareh’thilln. ARTICLE 8. The Elervathar Diarchy Constitution does not extend to Provinces under the protection of The Silver State of Haelun’or, namely: The Province of Nakamachi ARTICLE 9. The Silver State of Haelun’or consists of Lareh’thilln, The Silver Forest and The Lower Northern Territory. ARTICLE 10. The Province of Nakamachi consists of the Village of Nakamachi. CHAPTER III THE INSTRUMENT AND AUTHORITY OF GOVERNMENT “We promise you, for as long we may reign, progress will be procured through our most assiduous duty for the betterment of our Blessed State.” Malaurir Iaria Elervathar ARTICLE 11. The Blessed Diarchy is the highest cultural and administrative authority in The Silver State of Haelun’or. ARTICLE 12. The Decisions and Missives of The Blessed Diarchy are binding in the entirety of The Silver State of Haelun’or. ARTICLE 13. The Maheral: a) Serves as the enlightening Blessed Diarch, guiding the High Elves along the ancient principle of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya. b) Ensures that the Sohaer and the Silver Council execute their orders in nothing but in the true spirit of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya. c) Serves as the highest authority of all High Elves, always, for they are the most pure. d) Serves as Supreme Commander of the Sillumiran. e) Coordinates and directs the effort of The Council of Patriarchs and Matriarchs; Elheial’laurir. f) Promotes and demotes High Elven bloodlines in pursuance of The Talonnii Act of 1717. g) Acts as Head of State for all Provinces under the protection of The Silver State of Haelun’or. ARTICLE 14. The Sohaer: a) Serves as the administrative Blessed Diarchy, managing the Silver Council in pursuance of constitution and law, along the ancient principle of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya. b) Serves as Supreme Commander of the Sillumiran. c) Coordinates and directs the effort of The Silver Council; Elheial’thilln. d) Serves as chair for the meetings and sittings of The Silver Council; Elheial’thilln. e) Appoints and removes Okariran to maintain a full and functioning Silver Council. f) Coordinates and directs the diplomatic and military undertakings of The Silver State of Haelun’or. g) Forms Committees and Emergency Councils for matters concerning war and diplomacy or development of the State socially or economically. h) Ratifies treaties. i) Proclaims a state of war, should The Silver State of Haelun’or come under attacked by foreign power, or necessary in pursuance of our international treaties concerning collective defense in response to aggression. j) Proclaims martial law, also called Diraar, for the purpose of ensuring public health. ARTICLE 15. The Silver Council, Elheial’thilln, is the legislative and executive body of The Silver State of Haelun’or. ARTICLE 16. The Decisions and Missives of The Silver Council, Elheial’thilln, are binding in the entirety of The Silver State of Haelun’or, unless contradicted by a Decision or Missive of The Blessed Diarchy. ARTICLE 17. The Silver Council, Elheial’thilln, consists of eight Okariran, namely: Okarir’mali, Master of People Okarir’maehr, Master of Knowledge Okarir’tir, Master of Law Okarir’san, Master of Diplomacy Okarir’akaln, Master of Coin Okarir’tayna, Master of Life Okarir’hiylun, Master of Health Okarir’nor, Master of Land ARTICLE 18. The Okarir: a) Serves the Blessed Citizenry and Diarchy with general maintenance and management of The Silver State of Haelun’or, as well as of projects, laws and institutions subject to the area appointed to that particular seat. b) Adopts measures to carry out plans aligned with the ambitions and aspirations of The Blessed Diarchy. c) Sets up new organisations, bodies and institutions to strengthen The Silver State of Haelun’or socially and economically. d) Issues new laws and advisories for public order and the protection of the interests of The Silver State of Haelun’or, founded in the principle of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya. e) Exercises guidance whenever necessary in regards to the public’s adherence to maehr’sae hiylun’ehya. f) Appoints Medi’iran to aid them with their bounden duty. CHAPTER IV THE SUCCESSION AND APPOINTMENT OF GOVERNMENT “Oh bright children of the night, I offer my eyes for thee, you blessed silver white, let your light sweep over me.” Malaurir Dimaethor Elervathar ARTICLE 19. The appointment and removal of any government in The Silver State of Haelun’or is recorded in the Archives of The Eternal Library for the Blessed Citizenry to access. ARTICLE 20. The Maheral cannot be removed. ARTICLE 21. The Maheral appoints their own successor either by missive, speech or signed and sealed testamente posthumously. ARTICLE 22. A Council of Malauriran convenes to elect a new Maheral, should the Maheral be rendered unable, or without signed and sealed testamente posthumously. ARTICLE 23. The Sohaer can be removed if deemed unfit without a doubt on grounds provided by the Maheral, confirmed through a prompt and fair trial. ARTICLE 24. The Sohaer appoints their own successor either by missive, speech or signed and sealed testamente posthumously. ARTICLE 25. The Maheral appoints a new Sohaer should the Sohaer be rendered unable, or without signed and sealed testamente posthumously. ARTICLE 26. The Silver Council, Elheial’thilln, is not left incomplete for longer than one year. ARTICLE 27. The Okarir can be removed by The Blessed Diarchy when deemed necessary. ARTICLE 28. The Okarir is appointed by the Sohaer. ARTICLE 29. The Okarir is a High Elven Blessed First Class Citizen. CHAPTER V CITIZENSHIP IN THE SILVER STATE OF HAELUN’OR “Your words never fall on deaf ears, dear Mali’thill. We need your aid and well-judged opinion to help us ameliorate elcihi’thilln in something more imposing than it already is.” Malaurir Iaria Elervathar ARTICLE 30. Citizenship in The Silver State of Haelun’or is not restricted to exclusively High Elves. ARTICLE 31. All Blessed Citizens have the right to a prompt and lawful trial. ARTICLE 32. All Blessed Citizens have the right to medical service and protection. ARTICLE 33. All Blessed Citizens have the right to housing in accordance to their level of citizenship. ARTICLE 34. All Blessed Citizens have the right to operate a business and stall in the marketplace of Lareh’thilln. ARTICLE 35. All Blessed Citizens have the right to bring grievances to The Silver Council, Elheial’thilln. ARTICLE 36. All Blessed Citizens abide The Elervathar Diarchy Constitution and all laws adopted by the Government of The Silver State of Haelun’or. ARTICLE 37. The Silver Council, Elheial’thilln, and The Blessed Diarchy can offer temporary refuge to foreign citizens regardless of race. ARTICLE 38. The approval of the Blessed First Class Citizen is decided by the Okarir’mali on the following premises: a) Proven pure of blood. b) Proven adherent of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya. c) Not currently undergoing Path to Purity. d) Elementary understanding of the Elven tongue. e) Submission of a minimum of one tome to The Eternal Library. f) High Elf, or active contribution to The Silver State of Haelun’or for five years. ARTICLE 39. The Blessed First Class Citizen enjoy additional rights and privileges in The Silver State of Haelun’or, namely: a) Possession of a laboratory. b) Proper, permanent housing. c) Service as Parir’tir, should the Citizen be High Elf. d) Right to declare candidacy for an open position on The Silver Council, Elheial’thilln, should the Citizen be High Elf. ARTICLE 40. The approval of The Second Class Citizen is decided by the Okarir’mali on the following premises: a) Proven pure of blood. b) Proven adherent of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya. c) Elementary understanding of the Elven tongue. d) Submission of a minimum of one tome to The Eternal Library.

IN REGARDS TO THE OKARIR’NOR AND OKARIR’AKALN Issued from The Office of the Blessed Diarchy The 11th of the First Seed, 1738 Ayliana Maehr’tehral has long served the Silver State as Okarir’akaln, tending successfully to economy and trade in a Motherland making advancements. It was in the wake of weak, disorganised leadership of the ‘ata which came before her in which Ayliana Maehr’tehral took the reins. With decisiveness and persistence, results were quickly rendered. A new district was constructed and put to use, a system of taxation for lessers, everything serving the purpose of furthering and developing a new, prosperous market for the Blessed Citizenry to revel in. It is therefore, with heavy heart, that I received Ayliana Maehr’tehral’s resignation. Let her name be remembered for her great service. Evelon Telperion has since her early youth served the Blessed Citizenry, tending to the land and resources of the Motherland. Despite our many endeavours undertaken and completed, our storages remain as abundant as ever. The Silver State of Haelun’or is wealthy, now to become even more wealthy. Evelon Telperion will move from Okarir’nor to Okarir’akaln. Valenar Laraethryn has not resided in the Motherland for long, though at this point is far from foreign to any of us. His work to bring the Paladin of Xan closer to the Silver State has saved countless of lives and aided us in our struggle versus the seemingly eternal dark beyond. It is only right, and time, that Valenar Laraethyrn is summoned to seat the Silver Council and there be enabled to raise the Motherland to heights previously never seen. Unwavering devotion to Motherland the Blessed Diarchy, Valenar Laraethryn is expected to serve as Okarir’nor. Both are, as previously stated, expected to come before the Blessed Diarchy to reaffirm adherence in our guidance and our ancient creeds. - The Silver Council of The Silver State of Haelun’or as of 1738 Maheral: Iaria Elervathar [[Halsi]] Sohaer: Dimaethor Elervathar [[Haelunor]] Okarir'mali: Azorella Elibar’acal [[Okarir_mali]] Okarir’maehr: Rinaedith Seregon [[Rhuyne]] Okarir'san: Silir Uradir [[Ixli]] Okarir'tir: Alaion Miravaris [[Puffables]] Okarir'tayna: Uppori Visaj [[Droppu]] Okarir'akaln: Evelon Telperion [[Rwk0]] Okarir’nor: Valenar Laraethryn [[MinemanBad]] Okarir’hiylun: Nelgauth Maehr’tehral [[Parion]] - maehr’sae hiylun’ehya On behalf of the Blessed Diarchy, Sohaer Dimaethor Elervathar

“Maehr’sae hiylun’ehya.”