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((Ah so you have done your history research :3))

((meh screw it, people know the rules AND the consequences

A letter would appear on the Emperor's desk, sealed with a symbol he wouldn't recognize: Two stags on a crest seemingly brawling. Inside the letter would say this,: Dear Your Imperial Majesty, John I Frederick of the House of Horen, blessed be his name. I come to offer something that has seemed to be rather ignored by our powerful fighting men about the war with the heathens of Urguan. I must say, with the casualties we suffered at Kal'Valen, what are we to do if Urguan wins the next battle? I am in no way suggesting the wenches will win, but if they do WE MUST prepare! I suggest garrisoning small forces in the castles we've recently conquered, to assure the bastards shall not advance. I say this as a man who personally planted the banner of Oren on the tower of Kal'Valen, I say this as a fellow reformist and patriot. -The Signature of a known soldier and loyalist to the empire, Michal Sobieski, would lie at the bottom of the parchment. ((**** posting will be reported, no dwarven espionage **** either please, and remember, only the emperor got this letter, so only he may properly RPly respond))

((meh, I liked Hugh and Humpert better, can I have a go? I have a good idea ;3))

Ok Im just gonna shut this post down, since everyone seems to be giving such LOVELY feedback and support over a few errors

my char was ah vladovian basturd before me and burk had a falling out, just so ya know ^-^ The Vicar of GOD is thanked for his opinion, and Michael's household prepares to head to Luciensport to hold a meeting with his holiness((please set a good time for us to meet, in EST please))

le changelog -Added the new "Kommandant" position to replace Marshall.....Marshall sounded too napoleonic

(x)-=- The Ehrenritter -=-(x) Table of Contents: I. History II. The House III. The Ideals and Oathes IV. How to Join I. History No "date" is given to the foundation of the Ehrenritter. It is most commonly associated with around 1539 or even in a few chronicles it is stated to have been formed directly after the birth of its founder, Michael Roden, in 1520. The order is fairly new yet the bloodline of the family that created it is very rich. Roden, translating in their dialect to "red valley" was the name given to Michael's successors, yet this was not his first surname. His blood can be tracked back to Sulla Hennerius, a man of noble blood from who's house whence he came, no one knows. Sulla married Iya Res'na, a mali'aheral, which does mean that the family has a small amount of elven blood coursing through its veins. A descendant of Sulla, whos name is unknown, is said to have slept with Kael of House Vladov, though this is just rumor. None the less, the maiden bore two children, Kaeden and Mikhail Roden. Mikhail grew up in the a reasonably wealthy household, getting a decent education and even being raised to sergeant in the Vladovic regiment! Yet at the age of 21, Mikhail became filled with wanderlust. He had already had an heir, Nikolas Roden, born by his fiancee Valeria. For whatever reason it may be, the relations between Josef Vladov and Mikhail suddenly turned to violent hate. Mikhail renounced his possible blood from the Vladovs, and even left the regiment, even going as far as changing his own name! Mikhail had served in several battles against the dwarves, and heard many misinterpretations of his name being shouted at him, his favorite being Michael. As you may guess, Mikhail is Michael. II. The House The unofficially noble House of Roden is quite the expanding one. After Kaeden arrived back to his family after years of wandering the land, the family started to tell tales of their achievements and glories. Never wanting to quit the military life, Michael refused to retire to a house he was offered in Lorraine. Feeling awkward in joining any other military group, he decided to form his own. Patriarch(s): Michael Roden (WalrusGames) and Valeria Evelyn Roden (101juliana101) Family Members: Kaeden Roden (Tintie)-brother to Michael Nikolas Roden (unplayed, contact if interested!)-son to Michael Relations: (Duchy Wise) Lorraine: Great! Courland: Fine Carinthia: Neutral Istria: Fine III: Ideals and Oathes An order based on the preservation of tradition and brotherhood, many rituals are practiced every elven week or so. The Hunt A favorite among the soldiers, they love to hunt after a victory as much as they like to feast. They will always pay a duke to allow them hunting rights in an area, always wanting to cause peace with the law. Feast of St. Wilfriche Every 5 or so elven weeks, the soldiers stockpile food for a feast. Some exotic dishes may also be served, if money permits, such as goose and pheasent. It is not a time that permits the soldiers to flirt though, as they are even encouraged to bring a date to the feast! Aswell as eating, there may be some dining and storytelling, and maybe even a small act of theatre! The feast is a time to celebrate brotherhood, one of the most cherished thing in the order. Ranks Kommandant: Michael Roden (WalrusGames) The duties of a marshall are simple. Manage the budgets of the order, assign promotions, and oversee recruitment, should be adressed as "mein kommandant" Quartermaster: Apply if you feel youll be a good fit for this position!-A quartermaster is a very important job, and is usually reserved for one of the more richer members. They must make sure every soldier is outfitted, and must do so by using his own purse. A quartermaster may be a smith aswell, depending on the income of iron. Spymaster: Apply if you feel youll be a good fit for this position!-Although there is little need for espionage, sometimes a merry few will be sent to "even out" the political chessgame, though Imperials never fear! They mostly slay dwarves and political enemies of Oren. Honor Bearer: Apply if you feel youll be a good fit for this position!- A knight who has proven skilled at arms, he will be honored with holding the banner of the house and order during a battle Ehrenritter: Instead of your classic sergeant or master at arms, the order uses its "honor knights" to recruit and fight on the front lines during battle. Man-At-Arms: The backbone of the order, these are recruits who have proven themselves in battle, and often earn their rank after just 2 battles Recruit: May they be bandits-turn-crusaders or a just plain fool, these men are often given little respect until they earn their rank Jest: Someone who has left the order without the knowledge of any of the Ehrenritter and have returned after many elven months. These men are almost encouraged to go beserk in battle. Oath of Kinship The house holds open arms to all! Simply say this oath before an Ehrenritter or a man of higher rank and you're most of the way there to becoming a recruit (if you haven't filled out the application ofcourse) I __ swear total loyalty to the emperor, to GOD, and to the house. If I fail to uphold the laws of Horen's children and serve politely among my brethren, may GOD strike me down! I swear to help the poor and the rich, and to slay the heretics and monsters that plague this world. I shall strike evil down in my path and will serve GOD! God save the emperor, for God is most powerful. I swear to be a noble brother. IV. How to Join! ((will post app format below!)) All of this may be subject to change, give feedback below!:D

If one chooses to collect an application, it would read as follows. Name: Michael Roden Age: 21 Qualifications: An active soldier in the dwarven war, learned to write, very moving political speaker. Any notable sponsors: Possibly his highness, Duke Augustus d'Amaury and his followers, unless another candidate that is more loyal to the duke from lorraine steps forward to claim this most glorious of titles.

Acolyte Altide of Darkwood would begin to write, feeling his pen touching the soft parchment, making the characters he had learned to create through a few years practice. He'd dip his pen in ink, a nice dark black, a color enhanced by coal dust. He'd sigh shortly before coughing, being slightly under the weather. He'd begin as follows: We, true men of faith, should keep our wealth intact, yet at the same time should we actually have it? Did GOD bless us with this money, this currency that has led to many wars past? Judge, I say, put all your thought into it and you can surely not answer the question! It is through trade we gain wealth, yet it is near certain GOD has blessed it to us. Yet, is it not true that money has caused many horrid things? Churches looted, cathedrals vandalized, Norland, heretics in their own definition, are quickly gaining wealth through its vast amount of merchants. Tell me, does that sound like something GOD would do to his TRUE children? Have them stand idly at an economic standstill while vicious outlaws scour the lands? So, does this may not tempt you to think that maybe this isn't the work of GOD, yet someone- or something, fouler. I would say not. Thus, shouldn't a devout man of faith go to the monastery? I think not this either. GOD has a plan for each and every one of us, and whether we accept the path of light or dark with our wealth, we may float in the seven skies for eternity or ROT IN HELL! What should be done is simple. Give bread to the poor, nobles who lavishly dine in their castle daily, pray extensively commoners, even if you have never recognized the full meaning of the Canon, for it will save your souls! If GOD wishes us to take the road to the seven skies, do not be tempted to change that! Commoner or King, it is doubtable that GOD will recognize that you once were! The estates of man only exist on this world, but what will happen to our wealth when we ascend? Most likely simply go to your heir! God save you, for you are a child of GOD, not a filthy dwarf, nor a warlike orc.

Application Name: Michael Roden Age: 21 Gender: Male Are you of the Faith?: Yes indeed! Previous Militaristic experiences: Scout for his majesty at the siege of the avarian fortress, served in the Vladovic Regiment and fought several battles alongside them, a temporary squire ((OOC Information)) Mc Name: WalrusGames Skype: Walrus Has Bucket(lotc)

Name: Altide of Darkwood Age: 24 Position in the church: Acolyte OOC MC name: WalrusGames Timezone: EST Skype(You can PM if you wish): u have it

Application Name: Antide of Darkwood Age: 24 Birthplace: Darkwood Criminal Record: None [Mc Name]: WalrusGames [skype (can send privately)]: will send upon pm request

I will say this is really nicely written though it seems too much like a cervitaur with a snake body, perhaps a more argonian style thing?

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Jakum would step out of his small shanty shack, fearing for the usual first coughs and sneezes of the day. He had been sick for near 2 years now, bedridden and near starved on several ocassions, being to sick to see at its worst points. To his suprise, he never coughed for the whole day! He still felt ill, but better. He began to notice all the changes the island had gone through over the near year since he had left his bedside. He didn't feel sad, nor mad, at how much the island had changed, for he thought, no knew, it was for the better. The kha was excited to scale the steps to the temple once more, walking around its expanding hallways and rooms. After this, he'd post a message on the entrance to the temple, short and sweet. "Jakum haws returned" ((OOC: Basically Ive taken up new interest in the char, and have given it yet another shot! This will not take time away from my main char Mikhail Barrow, nor will it do so to Guvukk'Krom))

Mikhail shouts with glee after almost being late to board the vessels!

I do say, this is the best thing for me to say atm. 10000000+

MIkhail would clap for his liege, feeling prideful to have lose, but some, relation to him

Mikhail Barrowk would relax in his chair, feeling that the once-great city of Peremont from his youth was re-emerging.

dayum, your army is growing

happy krugadays!