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Pierce would smile fondly, watching young Ester scamper about the palace in excitement. “A truly monumental occasion for both Oren and Curon. I look forward to this immensely.”

Pierce I Devereux would pen his signature at the bottom of the document.

Pierce read the invitation swiftly, narrowing his eyes at the text of the missive. “Yet another ball, yet another song and dance.” He’d think to himself, carefully folding the letter. “I’m sure this will be quite fun.” He’d say brandishing a dismissive hand after moments of hesitation, quickly penning a response to let the Duchess know of his expected arrival.

Pierce reclines back in his seat, excited for the fights to come.

His Majesty, King Pierce I of House Devereux signs the document, brandishing a large and fanciful signature. The seal of Curonia being placed squarely underneath. 

1 minute ago, Haseroth said:

“Writer most likely did not invite haense because he considers them apart of the holy orenian empire. Notice how all the nations invited are independent?”

Pierce taps his head from a distance away, as this guy gets it.

The First Summit of Avalain

Issued and Confirmed on 8th of the First Seed, 1722

During the parliamentary years of peace during the seventh Empire, discourse and cooperation between the constituents of mankind stood at an all time high. As a species, we recognized the value of our unity. In the years following the coalition war, the Lords, Royals, and elected officials of the Empire gathered at the first Summit of Cyrilsburg in Curon, to discuss and prepare for the peace to come. Since those golden years, much has changed. The War of Two Emperors has splintered the Renatian Empire. Humanity has fallen victim to old feuds and forgotten that when unified, working for common goals, against common enemies, we thrive.
 

Thus, King of Curonia, longing for the days when his royal peers spoke before they fought, does summon and invite his sovereign peers to attend the First Summit of Avalain. At the summit, they shall discuss the future of Mankind, determining strategies that might lead us to work together as a united species once more. They shall discuss the peace they have achieved, only through war, and the Union of Man, the Pax Orenia, that shall follow, in order to preserve the peace and supremacy of man.

The following sovereigns are invited to speak at the summit, or to send a single representative in their stead, to speak for them.

His Imperial Majesty, Godfrey II Cascadia of the Holy Orenian Empire
His Serene Highness, Ider I Haraccus of the Principality of Ves
His Royal Majesty, Pierce I Devereux of the Kingdom of Curonia
 

Additionally, the citizens and leaders of the following nations are invited to bear witness to the summit.

The citizens and peers of the Holy Orenian Empire
The citizens and peers of the Principality of Ves
The citizens and peers of the Kingdom of Curonia
The citizens and peers of the Archduchy of Suffonia
The citizens and peers of the Duchy of Cresonia
The citizens and peers of Rosenyr

The summit shall commence with an open discussion between the three representatives, during which they shall discuss the Pax Orenia. It shall conclude with a town hall style forum, during which the observers of the summit may pose their questions to the representatives. Any individual, citizen, peer, or speaking representative, who brings violence or threats into the summit shall be immediately removed. The summit is one of peace and Union, its ultimate goal being to sign an alliance of peace, union, and mutual sovereignty, between the Royal Constituents of Mankind.
 

The summit shall occur in two saint’s days time in the Royal Palace of Avalain, Curonia ((Saturday, 6/29, 3PM EST)).

Signed by,

His Royal Majesty, Pierce I of House Devereux the King of Curonia,
Duke of Curon & Umbra, Count of Cyrilsburg & Avalain, Baron of Arisan,
Blackreach, Rivia, & Vasile, and Lord of Bear Mountain & Blackden

”She’s so nice...” Pierce thinks to himself, planning on attending.

Pierce receives his letter quickly, smiling as he carefully opens it. Upon reading the contents, he’d carefully place it within a drawer, moving to sharpen up a pair of fresh dancing shoes. “Still have a promise to keep.” He’d remark to himself with a smile.

Pierce prepares his Curonians to take it once more. 

Pierce’s steps to the Lord Draskovits would be slow as he knocks on his door, delivering a heartfelt condolences himself to the weeping vassal. 

Pierce would frown upon the news of the departure. Though his interactions were somewhat sparse with the Dragon Knight, he held nothing but the highest amount of respect for him. Memories of drinks in the Gentleman’s Lounge with talk of war, honor, battle, and glory would come flooding to him. “The best of luck, Ser Rodrik. Though you will never need it, let GOD’s hand guide you forward.”

“Well, would you look at that...” Pierce would muse to himself, upon pouring yet another glass of whiskey. 

A Contract of Bear and Caer Bann

Signed in the Kingdom of Curonia on the 14th of Malin’s Welcome, 1721
 

The Kingdom of Curonia and the Caer Bann agree upon a contract of mutual benefit and cooperation, outlining several terms that have been outlined and agreed upon beforehand. Upon both the signing of the contract and completion of the stipulations outlined by the Caer Bann, the contract will take immediate effect, lasting a total of four years, to be potentially renewed at that time.

The stipulations to be met prior to the contract taking full effect are as follows:

• The Caer Bann will be paid an immediate lump sum of five thousand and one hundred minas.
• The Caer Bann will be given housing within the city to operate as an outpost for storage and lodging for the duration of the contract. This housing will operate under their control tax free, yet will be subject to Curonian rules and regulations.

Upon the completion of these stipulations by the Curonian signatory, the contract will come into effect full and whole, to last it’s length until completion, subject to further renewal.

We, the signatories, agree to enter this contract with the following terms to be completed by the Caer Bann for the entirety of the contract’s lifespan, pending renewal after the four year period:

• Caer Bann will assist in the defense of the city against outside forces and hostile factions.This will include defensive raids and sieges against the Kingdom of Curonia.
• Caer Bann will assist and coordinate their own patrols to maintain the security of the pathways of Curonia.
• Caer Bann will assist and offer support to proper Curonic guard forces in the event of unrest within Curonia.

Signed by,

His Royal Majesty, Pierce I of House Devereux the King of Curonia,
Duke of Curon & Umbra, Count of Cyrilsburg & Avalain, Baron of Arisan,
Blackreach, Rivia, & Vasile, and Lord of Bear Mountain & Blackden

The Honorable Richard de Reden, Governor General of Caer Bann,

Commander of the Company of the Golden Spurs

Pierce starts getting limber to show off his crazy dance moves. 

A Pact of Bear and Snow

Signed in the Kingdom of Curonia on the 7th of the Amber Cold, 1720
 

A Pact of Bear and Snow, a treatise signed by both the Kingdom of Curonia and the Princedom of Fenn, with the purpose of maintaining peaceful relations between the two neighboring nations, shall be enacted immediately and fully, via the full force and authority of their respective nations and administrations, to be enforced in its intended spirit, according to all articles contained herein, to be subject to renewal every four years, pending approval by both signatories, or their successors.

Section I - Sovereignty

ARTICLE I - The signatories recognize the reign of Grand Prince Aelthos Tundrak as the true governing body of the Mali’fenn.

ARTICLE II - The signatories recognize the reign of King Pierce I Devereux as the true governing body of Curon and all its peoples. 

Section II - Non-Aggression

ARTICLE III - The two signatories included in this agreement swear to the terms of non-aggression towards each other. Members of the signatory nations shall make efforts to preserve this peace by refraining from violence. 

ARTICLE IV - In the event that crimes are committed involving citizens of the signatory nations, a bi-national court shall be convened to address the crime.

Section III - Peacekeeping

ARTICLE V - For the purposes of defending the close-knit region the signatories share, the Ivae’fenn and the Royal Curonic Army shall engage in frequent patrols. The purpose of these patrols is to deter the presence of raiders, bandits, and those who wish to harm the signatory nations from the region. 

ARTICLE VI - These patrols will be contained within the borders of the signatory nations and shall only be conducted for the purposes of defense. In the event that offensive action is taken, a military tribunal, containing representatives appointed by both signatories shall be formed to enact the proper justice.

ARTICLE VII - Members of signatory armed forces shall respect and follow the jurisdiction given to them. If one signatory designates a certain location, military or otherwise, within their borders as restricted, that region shall not be patrolled or visited.

Section V - Ambassadors

ARTICLE VIII - The Fennic ambassador to Curon shall be: Lady Chrom’ilvya Atmorice, High Emissary of the Evar’hileian.

ARTICLE IX - The Curonic ambassador to Fenn shall be: Ser Angelo Ferdinand de Alba.

Signed by,

HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Pierce I of House Devereux the King of Curonia,
Duke of Curon & Umbra, Count of Cyrilsburg & Avalain, Baron of Arisan,
Blackreach, Rivia, & Vasile, and Lord of Bear Mountain & Blackden
 

HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Aelthos of the Tundrak Bloodline, third of his name,

Grand Prince of the Princedom of Fenn and Mali’Fenn, Patriarch of the Tundrak Bloodline,

Protector of the Idhren’tirn, Hesin’fin, Commander of the Citadel of Acael,

Protector of Tahu’lareh, the chosen of Wyrvun

Pierce signs the document.

A Call Home

Issued and Confirmed by His Majesty Pierce I Devereux 

The Devereux family had seen one of its darkest hours. With the war separating kin in both allegiance and in spirit, our family has faced a fractured time in its history. With the coming of a new reign of King in Curon, I see it fit to mend the wounds that plague our family. Only under a united Devereux does the Bear fully stand tall, and it is time to wake the sleeping Bear. To this end, I, Pierce I Devereux, Patriarch of the Devereux family, do see it fit to lift the disownment on our separated kin, Anabel Devereux, enacted by the previous Patriarch and King, Alfred II Edgar Devereux. The time which has been lost away from home surely cannot be gained, but I pray to GOD that we may once again be full.

Signed,
His Royal Majesty, Pierce I of House Devereux the King of Curonia,
Duke of Curon & Umbra, Count of Cyrilsburg & Avalain, Baron of Arisan,
Blackreach, Rivia, & Vasile, and Lord of Bear Mountain & Blackden
 

3 hours ago, sergisala said:

Alexander shrugs as he wasn't invited

Pierce would wonder if a privy council member of Renatus is a citizen of Renatus.

A Coronation in Avalain

The Kingdom of Curonia has survived many tumultuous years, through war and peace, thriving despite the divisions caused by the desire for power. Throughout the past decade, we have followed two kings, and two regents. It is the pride of the House of Devereux and council of Kingdom of Curonia, to announce the ascension of King Pierce I Devereux to the Royal seat in Avalain. He shall have the Iron Crown placed upon his head, by Archbishop Ernst of Curonia, in the Avalain church, receiving the honor of the fourth King of Curonia. At the Coronation, the king shall swear to uphold his office, to the best of his ability, honoring those who came before him, Karl, Alfred, Wilhelm, Jarrack, and Alfred II.
 

Invited to attend are:

1. The Peers and Citizens of Curonia
2. House Horen, and the Peers and Citizens of Renatus
3. House Staunton, and the Peers and Citizens of Courland
4. House Rutledge, and the Peers and Citizens of Ves
5. House Visaj, and the Peers and Citizens of Haelun’or
6. House Tundrak, and the Peers and Citizens of Fenn

((OOC: The Coronation shall occur Saturday 6/15, 4PM at the Church in Avalain))

Second Alcalde Elections of Curonia

c.1719

With the time of Vitharr Ulfurtonn as Alcalde coming to a close, the diplomatic season is amidst us once more. The position of Alcalde is one of clear renown and note in the city, with many great leaders taking up the mantel and getting their first steps into the roles of figureheads in the Kingdom. The office of Alcalde is required to perform many tasks for the Kingdom of Curonia and its’ people. As the prime pathway for citizens to communicate to the Council, The office has many responsibilities which include the following:
 

• Stewardry: Manage housing and enforce evictions.
• Shop Management: Aid in leasing & managing shops.
• Receive & process opinions on Curonia and its’ Council
• Host events each Saint’s Week in Avalain.

Do you have aspirations to support the Kingdom & Citizens of Curonia?
In three Saint’s Days, each aspirant will be given the opportunity to present a speech to the People of Curonia. After this, the People shall elect the candidate they feel is best suited for the position of Alcalde. 
 

If you wish to submit your candidacy, please inform the Council by submitting your speech for approval. 

OOC Information

Date of Speeches: Friday, 14^th of June in the Square of Avalain at 6PM

Date of Election: Immediately following speeches

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Upon hearing the news, Damian would let out a sigh. In truth, he’d been expecting this for some time, but he didn’t make the proper preparations to compose himself for this. He’d curse under his breath, laying back in his armchair as he thought of what to do. “What a waste of a wedding invitation...” He’d say clearly frustrated, sighing deeply.

Graham smiles fondly as the Friggr reappears, nodding his head in approval. “Men and their oaths...it’ll be the death of us both.” He’d chuckle, returning to barking out orders.

We may have butted heads on occasion, and Natalia may have compared Graham to that of a dog at one point, but you’re always interesting to keep around. If this is permanent, sad to see you go. If this is temporary, then I’ll happily await your return. 

Cheers.

Ser Graham Milner remembered when Natalia compared him to that of a dog. He’d cough, and move on his way.

Pierce would blink as he looks around the city square, now an orphan like half of the child population of Arcas. “****.” He’d pick his nose and run off.