Ankan

Thank you for your service. I interpret this as meaning that mining, for example, Deepslate should drop the Deepslate block in its placed state, but after playing around a little with the block, without fail, a normal Deepslate block will always drop a Cobbled Deepslate block when mined. Am I misunderstanding something? It's no real issue, since you can still blockexchange, but thought I would ask. :)

Octavius Visaj sat by the counter of his still empty gallery, reading the two missives from the two Elven realms side by side. He dipped his feather in a neat little ceramic bottle of ink, carefully marking the offensive, escalatory remarks in the Caurosian missive, and the peaceful, deescalatory statements in the Haelunorian counterparts. He looked to the Elfess across the counter; whom undoubtably had the same thought. "The violent lessers always choose war, never peace. Their objective is clear; and they will forge whatever stories required to justify our murder.." The Visaj mouthed, placing the feather to the side. Their work had to continue. The city was bustling with life, and the security of the mali'thill demanded careful preparation. Their project of permanence continued.

MC Name: Ankan Discord: ankannn Image: Description of Image: Haelun'or Dimensions: 2x1

Octavius Visaj was given a copy of the missive by his household servant. He put his glass to the side; drawings and blueprints of something spread across his desk. He made a little note in the ledger about inviting the newcomers for dinner when the clouds had cleared.

"A Sythaerin Apothecary?.. I hope those oils are not products of the old Malaurir's acid experiments.." Octavius Visaj said to himself as he read the advertisement for the new store next to his. He decided that he'd have to take a walk and sniff a little later.

A small letter; carefully shut with the wax seal of the Silver State of Haelun’or, arrived for Acalmaehr Calith with the help of a familiar Sillumir. CONFIDENTIAL CONFIDENTIAL CONFIDENTIAL F O R T H E S O H A E R ’ S E Y E S O N L Y To Sohaer Acalmaehr Calith, This letter is written for the Sohaer’s eyes only. Please read with caution of your surroundings. I write to report a suspected impure of the name [REDACTED] who during the expedition eagerly spilt his mali’aheral blood in place of the lessers present. [REDACTED]’s demeanour and enthusiastic cooperation with our favoured friends and their many ineffectual experiments caused many to wonder about his allegiance. In these critical hours, as we prepare for the worst, we mustn't permit agents of pestilence to spread rot in our midst. Though the excursion must be considered a success as evident from the accounts presented, we must watch our favoured friends with caution, and examine the influence they may exert upon the children of silver. I ask that [REDACTED]’s connection to our favoured friends be further investigated and the full record of his previous involvement in the attacks and hostility upon the Motherland is reviewed. The Seventh Gate belongs to us, and we will find whatever secrets it holds. Room by room, hall by hall, we reclaim what is ours. maehr’sae hiylun’ehya Octavius Visaj-Taharion’onn

"Apparent blandness? Of all the ways to describe me? It is just a pathetic gossip magazine.." Octavius Visaj huffed in agitation as he read the new edition to his morning tea. He spent an extra hour in front of the mirror after that, trimming his eyebrows to even more perfect shape.

Octavius Visaj smiled, remembering the discussion a few Elven days prior. Would it be possible now? The Visaj thought. He reached for his quill, preparing his letter; how could he aid in the studies of the old voidal arts and their disappearance? The efforts had to proceed at once. He looked over to the pile of drafts on his desk and sighed. Next year.

〚 ۞┇ ════════════ - ‹ •◦ ☼ ◦• › - ════════════ ┇۞ 〛 To the Silver Council, To the Blessed Citizenry, I present to the Silver Council and to the Blessed Citizenry this compendium and proposed reform of the Silver Tribunal. The Haelunorian Silver Tribunal has always been of great importance to the security of our realm. In comparison to many other institutions, traditions and laws, the Silver Tribunal has not yet been given the attention it requires. The institution’s procedure has been clouded by ambiguity, at times misinterpreted and abused. The authoring of this compendium and reform, undertaken with the most sincere reverence for our traditions, seeks not in any way to alter previous interpretations, but to restore their clarity and codify their rightful practice. This is crucial to avoid the institution’s erasure or any future abuse, come a differently aligned regime again. It is in many ways surprising that our predecessors hadn’t made a serious effort to develop and codify the Silver Tribunal, considering the key importance of this particular institution. The initiative presents the following reforms in summary: Clear procedures for the initiation of trials, including both through formal petitions and urgent summons when the need for those arise A codified and clear method for selecting the pariran’tir, involving the scholars of the Eternal Library in the process A structured trial proceeding Minor changes in the tiers of punishment This remains a proposal, submitted humbly and with great hope for its careful review and eventual ratification. I remain at the disposal of the Silver Council, and any among the citizenry, should further clarification be desired. I also invite the Blessed Citizenry to a productive discussion on the reform and its exact content in the Tahn’miar Tavern on The Deep Cold the following year. [[Tuesday the 24th of June, 22:00 CEST/4 PM EDT]] maehr’sae hiylun’ehya Octavius Visaj-Taharion'onn 〚 ۞┇ ════════════ - ‹ •◦ ☼ ◦• › - ════════════ ┇۞ 〛 The contents of the following compendium on the Silver Tribunal of Haelun’or was passed into the Silver Law by the heial’thilln on __________ The function of this compendium is for all Blessed Citizens of the Silver State of Haelun’or to grasp the Tribunal’s format and structure, as to prepare them for eventual service when their names are drawn. The Silver Tribunal is the judiciary of the Silver State of Haelun’or, tasked with the grave duty of enforcing the Silver Law, ruling on transgressions, and sentencing those who violate our laws and sacred silver traditions. It is an ancient Haelunorian tradition that judges, pariran’tir, be selected from the Blessed Citizenry. It is a custom that has served us well. Through structured deliberation and a natural predisposition to logic, our people have preserved a legal institution that is at once effective, transparent, and dignified. Unlike the brute enforcement, or the chaos of mob judgment, that marks the lesser civilisations, the success of our system is proof of our collective spirit; duty-bound to protect the Motherland and the Lariheiian legacy. maehr’sae hiylun’ehya teaches us to value all mali’aheral life. The Children of Larihei, those with our blessing, are few. When our duty demands we determine whether a crime is so grave that reform is no longer possible, such judgment must be rendered only through the most rigorous and impartial procedure. The decision to spill blood is no small matter. Therefore, the power to pronounce any act irredeemable must be strictly regulated, carefully deliberated, and firmly codified. Only then may justice serve not vengeance, but the progress and health of the mali’thill. The right to bring forth accusation is one afforded to every citizen of the Silver State of Haelun’or. We must never allow wrongdoing, however minor, to fester in the shadows. Just as importantly, we must never allow accusation to become a tool of vengeance or politics. Therefore, the initiation of legal proceedings follows a transparent and deliberate process. A citizen who believes a transgression has been committed must submit a written petition to the Okarir’tir. This paper must name the accused, describe the alleged violation, and outline the basis for the claim. If the Okarir’tir for any reason is unable to execute their duty and receive the petition, the citizen may address it to the Sohaer or another Okariran. Upon receiving this petition, the Okarir’tir is to raise the petition before the Silver Council at its next meeting. There, the Council shall discuss the merit of the accusation and, if a majority is in agreement, approve the summoning of the accused to the Silver Citadel to stand trial. Note that the Council should not discuss or decide whether the accusation is true or not, but rather make sure that the accusation warrants a Silver Tribunal. Only then is a Silver Tribunal formally scheduled and announced to the citizenry. In cases where an individual is caught in the act of wrongdoing, apprehended directly by a Sillumir, the Okarir’tir, or the Sohaer, an urgent summon for the Silver Tribunal may be issued. In such circumstances, the accused may be detained, and a Tribunal convened within one elven day to address the matter swiftly. Even in haste, the procedure remains the same: the accused must be allowed a chance to respond, and judgment may only be rendered by a properly selected pariran’tir. This requires there to be enough citizens present to seat all the necessary functions of a Silver Tribunal. It is an ancient Haelunorian custom that the judges of the Silver Tribunal, the pariran’tir, be drawn from among the Blessed Citizenry. It is a practice that has long shielded the mali’thill judiciary from political factionalism. The proper selection of pariran’tir will be described at length in this compendium, for it is essential for both the effectiveness and transparency of the Tribunal. When a Silver Tribunal is called, the Blessed Citizenry is to convene at the Eternal Library prior to the proceedings. The process of selection is conducted by appointed staff of the Eternal Library, overseen by the Okarir’maehr and their Tilruiran. From among the present citizens of mali’thill descent, three pariran’tir are drawn at random and announced. This is done by the drawing of names from an urn. It is essential that all names placed into the urn are first verified against the citizen registry maintained by the Eternal Library. Once selected, the three pariran’tir are announced to the citizenry. From among them, the most senior by respect and authority is designated aheparir’tir, the Chairing Magistrate, responsible for maintaining decorum, guiding the structure of the Tribunal, and delivering the formal verdict. The hierarchy supporting the designation of aheparir’tir is as follows: I. Malauriran, a former Maheral II. Lauriran, a Patriarch or Matriarch of a recognised Talonnii III. Former Okariran IV. Citizens Additionally, a Tribunal Scribe is appointed to record the proceedings. If no librarian is present, a citizen is drawn for this role. Their duty is to document the key moments and outcome of the trial for archival in the judicial record of the Eternal Library. All Silver Tribunals are held in the main chamber of the Silver Citadel. Here, the pariran’tir are seated on the dais with the accused standing below the platform. Trials are open to the Blessed Citizenry, and non-citizen may observe with the blessing of the aheparir’tir. Opening of the Tribunal: The proceedings begin as soon as the Blessed Citizenry and pariran’tir have taken their seats, and the accused have been directed into the center of the chamber. The aheparir’tir will open the proceedings, and all present rise from their seats. The aheparir’tir leads a short oath, which is to be repeated by the other pariran’tir and the accused. “Oh Larihei; the mali’thill remembers.” “Let no falsehood pass my lips, lest it dishonour our kin.” “Today, I speak in silver, in truth and reason.” Following the oath, the aheparir’tir declares: “Let the Silver Tribunal commence. maehr’sae hiylun’ehya.” Proceedings: The structure of the proceedings is as follows: I. Reading of the Accusation The Tribunal Scribe reads the written petition submitted to the Okarir’tir aloud, naming the accused and outlining the charge. II. Response by the Accused The accused is given the opportunity to deliver a statement in response to the accusations, either in defence or admission. III. Presentation of Evidence Physical, written or testimonial evidence may be presented to the pariran’tir. IV. Witness Testimony Witnesses may be summoned by both the accused and the accuser. The pariran’tir ask questions, if any, pertinent to the accusation. V. Pariran’tir Inquiry The pariran’tir ask direct questions to the accused or other involved parties. At this point of the proceeding, any inconsistencies and missing facts are examined. VI. Deliberation At the conclusion of all testimony and inquiry, the pariran’tir withdraw in private to deliberate. The accused must remain in the Chamber during this deliberation, and the Blessed Citizenry must remain orderly not to disturb the deliberations. Deliberation shall not exceed half an elven hour unless the aheparir’tir deems an extension necessary. VII. Verdict and sentence After the pariran’tir have finished their deliberation, the Silver Tribunal is reconvened. The aheparir’tir announces the verdict. If the accused is found guilty, the sentence is issued at once and recorded by the Tribunal Scribe. The aheparir’tir concludes the Tribunal with the words: “maehr’sae hiylun’ehya” On Conduct: Disruption of the Tribunal may result in the removal from the Chamber. This is decided on by the aheparir’tir. The proceeding is to be conducted orderly and calmly. While unanimity is ideal, a verdict may be rendered if two of the three parir’tir are in agreement. Should no such majority be achieved, the trial is declared inconclusive. In such cases, a retrial may be scheduled no sooner than seven elven days from the original date. Upon reaching a verdict, the pariran’tir return to the Chamber. The aheparir’tir delivers the ruling, and if the accused is determined guilty, the sentence is issued at once. The Tribunal Scribe records the outcome for preservation in the judicial archives of the Eternal Library. The aheparir’tir concludes the Tribunal with the words: “maehr’sae hiylun’ehya” Sentencing within the Silver State of Haelun’or follows a structured tier system. The Tiers of Punishment is found in Silver Law. For minor disruptions of public order or minor defiance of The Dichotomy of Lewdness or The Obvious Laws. The guilty may be punished with: Mandated cultural education Mandated civil service Monetary fines Public apology: a formal apology delivered to the affected, and Blessed Citizenry Scholarly reflection: a written essay on the crime, to be submitted to the Eternal Library Repeated minor offenses, repeated or severe violations of The Dichotomy of Lewdness or The Obvious Laws. The violations warranting this tier of punishments are serious, and the consequences must justly represent the affront and injury our People and State has suffered. Several punishments at the same time may be levied against the guilty, in addition to possible punishments from Tier Oem. The punishments of Tier Niut is as follows: Stripping of property Annulment of marriage, where materially relevant to the crime The Path to Purity, the traditionally structured program of reeducation Symbolic corporal punishment, like branding Penal labour Penal transportation, meaning temporary exile with assigned tasks Prohibition from holding public office for a designated period For the most heinous crimes, treason, kinslaying or defilement of maehr’sae hiylun’ehya and Larihei, where there is no reason to believe the guilty may ever reform, only death is fitting. There are two options available for the pariran’tir: Execution, conducted publicly with an appropriately dignified method. Erasure, total removal of the individual from all public records and historical memory. Their name is stricken from all pedigree, and any submitted books to the Eternal Library are moved to the Forbidden Sections. They never were. The Silver Tribunal is a deeply ingrained institution of the mali’thill, testament to our devotion to order and tradition. Through structure, collective responsibility, and the tempered application of reason, we affirm that the Motherland is not ruled by temperamental kings and princes, as the lesser civilisations of the realm, but by the same principles found in the fabrics of our very founding. No institution of justice can exist and live on for centuries without the consent and vigilance of the people it serves. Let this compendium be a reaffirmation of our values, and a shield against anarchy and darkness. The way is lit. The path is clear. We require only the strength to follow it. maehr’sae hiylun’ehya Octavius Visaj-Taharion’onn

Octavius Visaj looked to his Miravaris compatriot and smiled. He too held a glass of Visaj Red elegantly pinned between two fingers. He took a sip, then addressed the Sohaer: "If only we had a proper functioning vineyard again. I shall make inquiries regarding the prospect of the Ahtalonnii of Visaj administrating a wine estate in the future."

Octavius Visaj wandered the quiet halls of the Eternal Library, the only refuge he knew from the chaos of the lessers, and the clamor of the uncultured mali'aheral who had somehow ended up in the Motherland. Not once did he even look towards the ballot box stationed in the corner. It was an object he treated with serious contempt. Instead, he stood over a table littered with tomes of Haelunorian history, meticulously arranging notes for a new submission. When the subject of the Election was raised by a fellow scholar nearby, he replied, without looking up: "No lesser faux-prince nor petty valah kingdom has ever caused as much disorder as that accursed box. We are blessed, this time, with two tolerable candidates. Let the dangerous republican theatrics be done with, and the work on the Motherland begin at last."

Octavius Visaj-Taharion'onn tapped his quill impatiently on the missive from Acalmaehr that he had been brought. The Visaj had a pile of unfinished drafts on his desk, a few unsubmitted books already in their hardcovers. He hesitated no longer, quickly reaching for one the finer and thicker parchments used for letters. 〚 ۞┇ ════════════ - ‹ •◦ ☼ ◦• › - ════════════ ┇۞ 〛 To Acalmaehr Calith, I would like to preface this letter with a short note of gratitude for the generous words towards me. As I have made clear before: it naturally fell upon myself, as one of the active descendents of an Ahtalonnii, to gather the mali'thill anew and ignite discussion and preparation for the predicament we found ourselves in. We are not like the lessers. We will ensure the permanence of our Motherland. The task ahead of us is monumental. Success in solving the domestic crisis; revitalising the Motherland culturally, economically and militarily is imperative in dealing with the dark reality of the violent realm around us. The eventual downfall of the new valah Empire, and the warmongering savages of Caurost, demand of us to build a state strong enough to weather the worst. I thank you for your initiative and appeal. I shall in the next upcoming days submit a few public suggestions for policy, for the new government to consider when formed. maehr’sae hiylun’ehya Octavius Taharion-Visaj

It's good that it is being put into the ruleset. I feel like we have seen bans and punishments on people who's irl bigotry leaked into roleplay before, but posts like these probably sends an important message. In my view, the community has also made great progress the last few years. It wasn't long ago that we had the Human Empire leadership chat leaked with the NL having used the N-word 200 times... I stumbled onto Mith's 2012 post playfully trying to discern and explain the difference between the extreme dark racism quite obviously drawing on IRL bigotry, and fantasy racial supremacy. Be aware and careful of your roleplay partners. 🤝

〚 ۞┇ ═════════════ - ‹ •◦ ☼ ◦• › - ═════════════ ┇۞ 〛 To walk the marbled streets of the Motherland is to be ever in the company of elegance and intellect. Though even in our Blessed Bastion, one may from time to time encounter the minor tragedies of poor posture, untamed speech, or the anarchy of an unhemmed robe. These are (sadly) not crimes, but they are preventable embarrassments. The work herein, first penned by the great Malaurir Lucian Sullas is no common list of rules. Consider it a reminder; offering reflection, self-improvement, and the encouragement to comport oneself with the dignity our blood and Motherland demand. Physical copies will be sent to the residences of the mali'thill whom have been deemed lacking in this regard. maehr’sae hiylun’ehya Octavius Visaj-Taharion’onn A Guide to Proper Social Etiquette by L. Sullas I have been asked on a number of occasions upon the "proper" way of acting when in the presence of fellow citizens. Not that I wish to presume my compatriots have terribly poor manners (though many could perhaps use some advice) I shall regardless outline the proper etiquette taught to me by my family. Should the citizenry be interested in such things, then do please read on. I shall not offer explanation for "why" to do such. Merely that I find it pleasant, as should anyone. One's Attire A Mali'aheral's outfit should be clean, devoid of creases, and be of a fine quality. Avoid garish, bright colours that would attract pointless attention. Be a beacon through your words and mind, rather than the hue of your under-shirt. Always wear an outfit that is tasteful to the eye. Though there are outfits with smaller amounts of material that compliment its wearer's natural perfection, showing unnecessary skin speaks poorly of your character, and may mark you as one of ill-repute. When wearing a long-coat, always be sure to position the bottom hems carefully when sitting down upon a chair, a stool, or the ground. The material can become easily crushed, and create dreadful creases. When dressed in full robes, be sure to sit straight on your chair. The cloth located upon one's sternum is highly likely to crush when leaning forward, so take special care to smooth the material whilst sitting for long periods. One's Posture Never slouch under any circumstance in public. Slouching implies weariness, and looking weary around others may give them the impression that you find their presence tiring. Should I have to explain why such a thing tends to reflect poorly on your reputation, I feel you should simply close this book now. One's Voice Always speak clearly with precise annunciation. A fiercely exaggerated "r" does nothing to endear yourself to you compatriots. There is nothing more dismal than a Mali'aheral who mumbles. Worse still, one who speaks with awful colloquialisms (Example, "Aye," "Nay," "Milord," "Milady,") is similar to that of a dove braying like a donkey. Refrain from filthy languages as often as possible. The Uruk tongue, though it may have its uses in communication with those beasts, should be avoided during social gatherings. So too, should any foul words native to the common tongue (I shall not write them here, as it is a public book, after all). Speaking as a brute is but the first step to being a brute. One's Habits Do not pick at your features when in the presence of your fellows. An itch upon ones ear may be scratched, certainly, but an irritation in the nose must wait until privacy may be found. Always cough or sneeze into a handkerchief, or if one is not available, away from the table/direction of your colleagues. Illness spreads in the air, as well as the body, and others may avoid you should you not have a way of keeping your expulsions contained. Should you feel the need for flatulence, excuse yourself from the vicinity. Never smoke or chew tobacco; it dirties the lungs, fouls the air, and stains the robes. Those who do such are naturally filthy, and their stench is deplorable. Be mindful of your fellow citizens, and respect their nostrils. One should always carry a handkerchief, or at least a clean length of cloth, to wipe away any grime that should get upon your clothes. Better yet, carry a second to offer a compatriot who is otherwise handkerchief-impaired. One's Courtesy Should a citizen be walking towards a gate behind you, be sure to open it for them if they intend to go forth themselves. The same idea extends to that of doorways, however, one should offer entrance to the one behind first. Should you observe fellow residents caught in the rain, it is polite to offer them sanctuary from the elements until they pass over. You yourself would not wish to be sodden, and thus extending that courtesy is polite. When you have a guest within your home, be sure to first offer them a refreshment of some sort. If none is to be had, then offer food. If there is a lack of both, be sure to apologise for your poor housekeeping. Always ask permission to sit at another's table. As a guest in a home, you should never presume that you have any right to be seated in the presence of another. Furthermore, always request permission to leave, once conversation or purpose has been exhausted. Should you be seated at a public table, then consider the ones seated at it before you the "owners" of the space and the rules may be applied appropriately. One's Pleasantries When greeting a fellow citizen, a simple "karin'ayla" is sufficiently polite for strangers. However, those closer to you, or those worthy of praise, should be entitled to more elaborate forms of greetings. A short bow towards a respectable fellow is reasonable enough, as well as a quick arm gesture (example, touching one's chest) would be sufficient still. Combining all three is polite in all situations without any chance of insult. When retiring from conversation, a simple "van'ayla" combined with the bow and gesture is excellent indeed. Addressing your fellow citizens by name is tasteful, and it is always best to seek out their name at the beginning of every conversation. Should you not recall another's name, inquire of it quickly to avoid further embarrassment. The statement "maehr'sae hiylun'ehya" is in itself a blessing, and may be used as both a delightful "hello," or "goodbye." However, to not return this blessing upon receiving it is extremely rude. How could you not return such a sentiment? Are you truly so devoid of eloquence that you dare not embarrass others with your foul pronunciation? It is truly outrageous. Know these words, and use their advice. The people of this city will be far better for it. maehr’sae hiylun’ehya

〚 ۞┇ ═════════════ - ‹ •◦ ☼ ◦• › - ═════════════ ┇۞ 〛 “From the beginning of Haelun’or, we have been guided by example. The first Maheral, our haelun, instilled in us the ideals of a perfect society. The second truly taught us the importance of cunning with his enigmatic riddles. The third with laws and books guided us with unmatched wisdom, building a state in which the meritorious became strong. Kalenz reminded us of the need to take care in the upkeep of our blessed society. Iatrilemar’s retirement and the subsequent vacancy brought to attention again the need to keep ourselves untainted. The following Maherals, those whom had declared themselves most pure, allowed their powers to be checked by various weaklings and impures, and, finally, allowed our state to be destroyed by those same ‘ata. A coalition of the pure has decided such a state, one of infidelity, tormented inactivity, and ultimately, of weakness, can no longer stand.” Malaurir Dimaethor Visaj as he dissolved the Sohaership and dismissed the Silver Council •◦ ☼ ◦• The ultimate authority of the Maheral has a strong precedent set in the very foundation of our Motherland. The Maheral is Most Blessed, until they simply no longer are. The sacred position has passed from our haelun Larihei to thirty-two mali’thill, who in turn shaped and safeguarded our society, often in ways not understood in their own time. To see the Maheral act decisively in times of uncertainty, to remove dysfunction where it festers, is not a matter for condemnation, but for praise. The Maheral alone holds the absolute authority to act to preserve when others fail. But even so, the mali’thill are not without minds of our own. It is not disloyal to reflect upon our current course with apprehension. To place our Motherland and her fate under the thumb of foreign powers; be it valah canonist monarchs or their anointed Elven princes, invites questions that any true mali’thill must ask. We do not bow. The Accord of Prosperity, as it was named, while no doubt signed by our former Maheral, Malaurir Avern’dionne Fi’talareh, to preserve life, has concerned many among our people. Ancient tradition demands of us to put trust in that the Maheral acts with wisdom, as our ancestors did when they once joined Larihei in her exile, fleeing from the old tyranny of Malinor. While countless lesser Elven princedoms have risen and fell, the Human Empires have united and divided, our ancient system of the Maheralship has led the mali'thill to centuries of continuity regardless of the troubles we have endured. Let no mali’thill despair, for so long as our ideals remain alive, Haelun’or endures, beyond regimes, beyond treaties. Keep faith in the Maheral Kolvar Uradir to guide our people to security and prosperity; the Thirty-second Maheral, in Modern Succession. Celebrate the passing of the torch together with the Blessed Populace ahead of Second Public Assembly later this Elven year. [[Saturday the 31th of May, 22:00 CEST/4 PM EDT]] maehr’sae hiylun’ehya Octavius Visaj-Taharion’onn