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Adria down for Option 3

Before the letter was to be sent in the morning, amid the night, Heinrik found himself in Viktor's room; by candlelight, he read the letter pausing every so often to glimpse the young crow who now bore a near identical complexion to himself. "I....I wish this were different, Viktor; I wish I could return the peace of your former life," He muttered softly, and though he dreamed he could sit in the confines of the room with his son and let the fire pass them by, he laid back down the letter and returned to the duties of his now so incoherent world. 

"What is an airman?" Heinrik Sarkozic stated being in an utter state of confused

Unban my man, he’s a good guy!

Heinrik Sarkozic sat alone, confined within his chambers after witnessing the unfortunate passing of his wife. A dim candle light casted a solemn glow across the room as the reality slowly set onto Heinrik. No longer shall Austina approach him in the morning with her radiant eyes and shine her sparkling smile towards him. "I thank you for everything..." A low mutter escaped the man's quivering lips after he signed the lorraine.

DUCAL LETTERS FOR THE

COUNTY OF SUSA

8th of Sigismund's End, 1913

TO THE DUCHY OF ADRIA,

It is the responsibility of the Ducal Coronet to reward its faithful subjects with titles befitting their rank, station, and abilities. As such, we confer unto Justinian Basrid the County of Susa, by lawful claim of descent. Its associated titles, fee and privileges are to be held as the exclusive and perpetual right of Count Basrid and his lawful heirs.

As any loyal vassal of Adria, the Count receives the right to counsel his liege, and is so entitled to a seat in the Ducal Duma. In turn, we charge Count Basrid  and his heirs with the upkeep of common and ecclesiastical properties, the maintenance of levies, the enforcement of laws. His rights, liberty, and property are under the aegis of the Duchy of Adria - and in turn, he is obliged to raise his sword in defense of our sovereignty.

May this decision bring glory and prosperity to Adria, and may the House of Basrid never fail in its duties to our Duchy. 

IN NOMINE ADRIAE 

   His Grace, Heinrik I Sarkozic, Duke of Adria, Count of Veletzia, Caron-Consort of Aldersberg, Protector of the South, Keeper of the Swans

Heinrik Sarkozic shuffled into his seat within the chambers set aside for Deputies of the Realm. He swept back another large lock of grey hair from his vision, a vain attempt not to be reminded of his fading pitched hair. With the twiddling of his thumbs, he waited patiently for the Grand Peer to begin the meeting.

Declared and published in the year of Our Lord, 1912

SUMMONS TO THE ROYAL DIET OF AAUN

TO THE UNITED KINGDOM AND ITS NOBLE ESTATES,

In accordance with Section II, Statute I, Clause IV

“The Royal Diet may convene at its leisure, provided the Grand Peer or a representative thereof is present to chair the meeting, and fair notice has been given to all Noble Estates.”

With the continued effect of the Great Charter of Aaun, it is necessary that national governance and representation are consistent. So in the prerogative afforded by our United Kingdom, I summon the Estate Nobility to the Parliament Building of New Vienne; whereas the proper functions of government may occur.

WE SUMMON THE FOLLOWING ESTATES:

His Royal Highness, Prince James Leopold Alstion, Heir-Apparent to the United Kingdom of Aaun, Lord of Alba @LithiumSedai

His Highness, Prince Ottomar II von Alstreim, Prince of Merryweather and the Rhine, Landgrave of Alstriem, Margrave of Vanderfell, Baron of Cornwinsburg, and Lord Vanderlore @Ramon

His Grace, Brandt I Barclay, Herzog von Minitz KRE, GMSTSR, Duke of Minitz, Count of Neu Brandthof, Viscount of Tucay, Baron of Borëwald and Brandthof, Lord of Durres, Harvest Lord, and Protector of the Aaunic Heartlands @MadOne

The Most Honorable, Margrave Louis II August, Margrave of Haute-Epine, Count of Beaufoy, and Arentaniebourg, Baron of Rosius, Lord of Monte Louis, Commandant of the Rose Guard, and Protector of Arentania @rep2k

The Most Honorable, Guinevere I von Reuss, Margravine of Velen, Countess of Cantal, Baroness of Mons Velena,  and Protector of the Aschenwald @Marshi

The Honorable, Cosima von Augusten, Countess of Hohengarten @Frank_Dog

IN NOMINE DEI

His Grace, Heinrik I Sarkozic, Duke of Adria, Count of Veletzia, Count-Consort of Aldersberg, Protector of the Aaunic South, Keeper of the Swans

SUMMONS TO GRAND DUMA OF ADRIA | 1913
6th day of Harren’s Folly of 1912

TO THE DUCHY OF ADRIA

The dumacratic values of Adria are considered sacred and the bedrock upon which our Adria was founded. Since the times of Duke Franz I Vladov, Adria has distinguished itself for its progressive values and integrative vision of a Duchy established not on the despotism of hitherto Savoyard or Horenic polities but instead on that of compromise and unity through differentiating ideas. 

As Duke of Adria, it behooves me to recognize the people's will and give them ample capacity to advise on the governance of Adria. Thus I summon the Grand Duma of Adria so that we continue to forge our shared vision of prosperity and stability.  

Heinrik Otto var Nikolai Sarkozic

THE DUMA IS SUMMONED UNDER THIS ITINERARY
5PM EST SUNDAY 2/26/23

IN NOMINE ADRIAE

His Grace, Heinrik I Sarkozic, Duke of Adria, Count of Veletzia, Count-Consort of Aldersberg, Protector of the Aaunic South, Keeper of the Swans

"LETS GOOOO" Heinrik says in utter delight.

A CALL TO SMITHS OF THE REALMS

21 of Harren's Folly, 1911

In all four corners of the known world, there are posters speedily hung by lads in frayed burlap pants and tabards that bear a midnight eagle on quartered fields of red and black. As you approach the tattered parchment, you realize it beseeches the most skilled tradesmen, specifically smiths, to the Adrian lands of Velec. With closer inspection, you read the following:

(Friday, February 17th @ 5:00 PM EST)

@CharmingCavalierThanks for the amazing graphic and post!

Well yknow Chenn, I was really thinking about what to say. I remember when you were a noob and now look at you….a pledge. All seriousness, +1 good guy who will certainly add to the MOD team. 

See you around buster 

Heinrik Sarkozic will be there

THE DUCHY OF ADRIA | PROCLAMATION OF GOVERNANCE

”I don’t want the truth, I want something I can tell the Duma!”

Duke Paul I Varoche panic after the ejection of Maria Ivanovich, 1721

A DISH OF SQUAB

With Tuvmas celebrations coming to a close, and august relatives departing the Ducal Court, His Grace, Duke Heinrik and his wise counsel sets to work on his much-mentioned yet seldom-discussed Provisional Government. In a compromise between the popular interests and his own self-interest, he resolves that the Duchy is to be overseen by a number of different advisors, both elected and appointed from its populace.

The convention of the Duke’s vijeće begins the day prior. The Court Columbarian’s catchpole knocks a fat white fledgling from its cote. It is taken en cage down along the winding steps through the storeroom and into the scullery, where the Chef gorges it on a mix of honey and groats. His maid meanwhile milks the last drops of spiced Roach Red from a sleeve. She offers the sack of chaff and corns to the awaiting Chef, who rifles through his drawer for the bird-funnel…

THE DIGNITARIES

To proudly proclaim

THE DUCAL COUNCIL

I. THE CHANCELLOR | SIGISMOND VAROCHE @Enlightenment

The eldest son of the alcoholic Stefan Varoche and his Bracchi wife, it was early in his life that he set off for the distant shores of Almaris first finding himself as a ward amongst his distant Montelliano cousins within Haense for a number of years before he left to live in Sedan for a short while, until a fateful meeting with the future duke in a Minitzer tavern, where the scheme to revive Adria was first hatched.

The voice and right hand of the Duke, head of the Ducal Council and his Grace’s most honorable government. The chancellor represents the Duke in the great Ducal Duma and serves as his head diplomat for domestic and foreign affairs. Halfway between a functionary and a judge, the Chancellor shall supervise and preside over appellate and civil courts within the Duchy of Adria, maintain records, and employ advocates of the court to enforce civil judgments.

II. THE KNIGHT PARAMOUNT | SER ARDASHIR OF CHALDEES @Quantumatics

Born the inheritor of the revered Banu Sayatin, the desert warrior monks of the lands of Chaldees, the Mihyaari led an exodus out of the region in resistance to the oppressive and unjust rule of its then leadership. His adoption of Canonism alongside a preservation of his ancient warrior tradition afforded him employ slaying beasts along the Almarian roads. When coming upon the trails just beyond the lands of Adria, he found the Duke Sarkozic and his local envoy assailed by an amassment of wretched vodnik that had emerged from the nearby river. Sparing them the premature fate they would have otherwise endured by virtue of his skill in combat, the Duke offered him the glory of knighthood in gratitude for saving his life.

With the novel title, Ardashir was directed to the development of a new knightly order which would bear its duty to Adria, and its purpose multifold in the preservation of the Canonist flock against the many darkspawn that have come to plague their lands. His reputation now hangs proudly across the Kingdom of Aum, renewing an age of folk heroes and gallantry that bear their roots within the traditions of yore.

III. THE MARSHAL| SER JOSEPH VASILE @Nectorist
The child of a Petran noble, Joseph Vasile grew up in a life of relative ease and comfort, receiving a basic education and martial training as a squire of the Duke of Petra. Growing frustrated with the stratified society of his birth, he struck out in 1907 for greater fortunes abroad, and found himself in the employ of the rising Duke Heinrik.

As Marshal, Vasile intends to hammer Petran discipline into the rabble of Adrian levies and armigers. The Marshal is the highest military office one can achieve within the Duchy of Adria, and is appointed directly by the Duke. The marshal oversees, supervises, and commands the bannermen of His Grace the Duke. It is his charge to keep men boarded, fed, trained, and marching in lockstep with the will of the council.

IV. THE PRIMATE | ERIK FATHER RENZFELD @Laeonathan

A hopeful star in the Church of the Canon, Father Erik of Renzfeld descends from the powerful Euler Merchant family. The newly inducted priest, Erik, started his path by conducting a coronation jointly with the High Pontiff, quickly gaining his Holiness's favor,  Father Erik passed favorably through his Examination. Now set upon bringing faith and moral righteousness to the Duchy, Father Erik ascends to the position of Primate. 

As Primate of Adria, Father Renzfeld serves as the Duke’s spiritual advisor and clerical representative. Questions of the Faith in Adria are delegated unto him, and his wise counsel and advocacy are essential to steer the Duke’s good governance.
 

V. THE MAGISTRATE | UNOCCUPIED

As Magistrate of Adria, Zmeu employs his very particular talents in upholding the Duke’s peace, the Duma’s peace, and the rule of law. He is charged with presiding over the criminal courts in Adria, and to employ bailiffs to execute the decisions of the courts.

VI. THE EXECUTIONER | JAN ÁRPÁD IVANOVIĆ @Optimus420
At sixteen years of age, Jan Ivanovich has witnessed more than many kings and prelates thricefold his senior. At seven, his opportunistic father Sveneld threatened the realms of Man with turmoil by attempting the assassination of a foreign minister at a peace summit. Slain after the failed attempt, Sveneld’s loyalists kidnapped his son Jan Arpad and fled into the vast and lawless steppe of Central Almaris. Living a existence, young Jan developed a ruthless disposition and an utter determination to see his vision of a Raevir society fulfilled.

As the Ducal Executioner, Jan Ivanovich primary responsibility is the enforcement of death sentences for those found guilty of high crimes against the Duchy of Adria. Furthermore he is tasked with aiding the Magistrate & Marshal of Adria in any form of investigations of criminals and bringing them to justice.

@monkeypoacher and thank you for being an integral writer for this post, being overall a great guy, and one of the biggest helps to the restoral of the Adrian Dream. Godspeed and we'll always be friends

DUCAL LETTERS FOR THE

COUNTY OF ALDERSBERG

16th of the The Amber Cold, 1909

TO THE DUCHY OF ADRIA,

It is the responsibility of the Ducal Coronet to reward its faithful subjects with titles befitting their rank, station, and abilities. As such, we confer unto Austina Prudence Sarkozic the County of Aldersberg, by lawful claim of descent and in recognition of extraordinary merit. Its associated titles, fee and privileges are to be held as the exclusive and perpetual right of the Countess of Aldersberg and her lawful heirs.

As any loyal vassal of Adria, the Countess receives the right to counsel her liege, and is so entitled to a seat in the Ducal Duma. In turn, we charge the Countess of Aldersberg and hher heirs with the upkeep of common and ecclesiastical properties, the maintenance of levies, the enforcement of laws. Her rights, liberty, and property are under the aegis of the Duchy of Adria - and in turn, he is obliged to raise her sword in defense of our sovereignty.

May this decision bring glory and prosperity to Adria, and may the House of Aldersberg  never fail in its duties to our Duchy. 

IN NOMINE ADRIAE

   His Grace, Heinrik I Sarkozic, Duke of Adria, Count of Veletzia, Count-Consort of Aldersberg, Protector of the South, Keeper of the Swans

“May the children of the Commonwealth not suffer the tragic fate of their Heartlander forefathers….empty tables and orphaned” Heinrik Sarkozic muttered as he ordered two caravans of food, clothing, and various tools to be sent to the Chapel of St. Emma posthaste.

Sounds based dude, excited to see this used more on LOTC. 

“God Damn it! We l-lost to who!?!” The Duke of Adria ranted towards a courtier bringing him an account of the Semi-Finals. Heinrik, now relatively overweight was swiftly injected with OyashimaMD lest he risk another cardiac event.  

DUCAL LETTERS FOR THE

BARONY OF EULERSBURG

9th of Sun's Smile, 1907

TO THE DUCHY OF ADRIA,

It is the responsibility of the Ducal Coronet to reward its faithful subjects with titles befitting their rank, station, and abilities. As such, we confer unto Stefan Euler  the Barony of Eulersburg in recognition of extraordinary merit. Its associated titles, fee and privileges are to be held as the exclusive and perpetual right of Stefan Euler and his lawful heirs.

As any loyal vassal of Adria, the Baron  receives the right to counsel his liege, and is so entitled to a seat in the Ducal Duma. In turn, we charge Baron Euler and his heirs with the upkeep of common and ecclesiastical properties, the maintenance of levies, the enforcement of laws. His rights, liberty, and property are under the aegis of the Duchy of Adria - and in turn, he is obliged to raise his sword in defense of our sovereignty.

May this decision bring glory and prosperity to Adria and may the House of Euler never fail in its duties to our Duchy. 

IN NOMINE ADRIAE

   His Grace, Heinrik I Sarkozic, Duke of Adria, Count of Veletzia, Baron-Consort of Aldersberg, Protector of the South, Keeper of the Swans