Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra could not believe what he saw unfolding! He spoke with intrigue towards his attendants, showing them the various missives posted across realm.

Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra smiled the Petran smile as he overlooked Republicanism in action with the announcement of another successful election. To his dear friend Rigoberto, he penned a letter of congratulations.

Prince Paul Alexander Temesch of the Petra-Valfleur smiles warmly as the missive was released,

"Ave the House of the Petra, GOD save our Queen." the patriotic Duke sounded, with a Petran salute proffered towards the flag hanging in his Royal apartment.

Prince Paul of the Petra scanned over the missive and cocked a brow, pursing his lips and contemplating in silence. The Duke of Valfleur folded it away then, handing it off to an attendant for filing in the Rose Archives.

“These are good, and just.” Remarks the Baron du Campagnois, Señor Laurens Halcourt. “Vive Hyspia!”

Are replies allowed on these? If so, what's a smogger exactly for those of us uneducated?

Petra Petra Petra i love Petra :)

Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra looked upon the missive as a lonesome tear fell from his eye,

“She is nol longer the little Catriona I once watched from the sidelines — children of her own?!”

The Duke of Valfleur rolled his shoulders in his Royal apartment at the Palace as he onlooked blueprints of Courteis Hale and lifts a finger up towards a nearby attendant “Such wonderful names.” proffered the Prince, “Bring mo the oldest craft from the cellars, tonight; we celebrate the birth of mo great niece and nephew Prince Aurelius and Princess Rowena.”

Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra looked over his longtime friend’s treatise and noted towards his infant children, “There is much to know. Lord Ferdinand has hit the nail on the head with this treatise, mhm, av — certainly so.” The Valfleur sounded, and as he continued to read on he noticed the dedications at the bottom of the academic work, his neutral countenance turned. His lips craning upwards into a smile, “These are all flattering things that are said about mo, I can only pray to GOD that He sees me in this same humble light.” 

Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra rhythmically echoes a prayer as he signs the Lorraine and lights a candle in his Royal apartment for the fallen soldier.

Issued and averred by His Royal Highness Prince PAUL ALEXANDER in the year of our Lord 1957

As Petra popped at the seams, the infamous town crier stepped up and announced to the masses as another pinned this missive throughout various holdings of the Commonwealth; but most notably the Free City of Vallagne’s noticeboard,

PAUL ALEXANDER BY the GRACE of GOD PRINCE of the PETRA

A little over sixteen years ago, I was sworn in as the Lord Chamberlain of the River Court of my Royal mother, then Queen Renilde I. Throughout her reign, we hosted many events to be proud of, with the very successful Golden Jubilee bringing her time on the Throne of Garmont to a close.

After serving faithfully until the end of her rule, I was then allowed to continue my work on the Court of my Royal niece Queen Catherine I, long may she reign. As I continued leading the Court I met a very competent Lady whom I trust to guide and counsel Catriona, Marisol. Almost as instantaneously as her appointment to the department of the Mistress of the Robes, she was hand-picked by myself to become someone that I regard to be the most successful Court Deputy of her time. 

I have thoroughly enjoyed each moment spent offering my leadership and guidance on matters dire to our success such as matrimony, court workings, Royal protocol, event planning, social and cultural enrichment, and educational initiatives through the inclusion of Wards. Though, much like my mother's time on the Throne of Garmont — all good things must come to an end. With great joy and a hopeful demeanor, I announce my impending retirement as the Lord Chamberlain of the River Court.

My darling wife has birthed two beautiful heirs who I should hope will take up a majority of my time; as well as a new project that I have taken up since the successful delivery of Lord Adrian of Valfleur that will be dubbed the Royal Academy. As soon as this war comes to a close, so, too, shall the Valfleurs concern themselves with matters of construction—I am trying to say, “My cup runneth over.”

On the subject of a new Grand Chamberlain, my counsel towards the good Lady Chancellor Thèresé von Theonus and the Pious Queen Catherine would be to award this honor and ability to the ever-competent Lady Deputy of the River Court, Marisol Palamo Solís.

Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra

The Lord Chamberlain of the River Court

1941 - 1957

86 - 102

WITNESS Ourselves at the Royal Palace on the 5th day of the Sun’s Smile in the year of Our Lord 1957 / 102 Atstana de Regne Petrére

Faithfully Signed,

His Royal Highness, Paul Alexander of the Petra, Prince of the Petra, the Duke of Valfleur, Patriarch of the House of the Petra de Valfleur

((thank you @tillyand @Zaerie for all of the opportunities you guys have and will continue to grant me with!))

EL MINISTERIO DE LA PATRIA

“THE MINISTRY OF THE HOMELAND”

(Otherwise known as the Ministry of the Interior)

Issued by His Excellency the Canciller de la Patria, Sir Laurens Halcourt
On the 5th of Carlos’s Strength, 161 S.A.

Section I:

PURPOSE:

The Ministerio del Patria of the Viceroyalty of Hyspia is responsible for ensuring that all Hyspians find their way to the Hyspian lands and promoting residency uptake in the Capital. They are also responsible for maintaining architectural standards in and outside of the Capital city, throughout the Crownlands. Through the use of immigration initiatives, they are to be the face of recruitment and act as secretaries of great prowess concerning growing our populous. The office shall also be responsible for conducting and maintaining the Hyspian census.

Section II:

RANKS:

The Canciller de la Patria, also called the Ministro del Patria is the head of the Ministry. They sit on the Viceroy’s Consejo ultimately concerning themselves with matters of border security, infrastructural improvements, and recruitment as well as running the Hyspian Census.

The Deputy Canciller is the second in command to the Canciller de la Patria and acts with their command when they are not present. They aid and advise on the administration of the Ministerio.

Agentes de Immigracion are charged with the recruitment of citizens and the security of the Hyspian borders.

Arquitectos are builders hired by the Ministerio to aid in infrastructure improvements and other building tasks.

Signed,

HIS EXCELLENCY, Sir Laurens ‘the Unwavering’ Halcourt d’Artois, Canciller de la Patria, the Barón du Campagnon, Patriarch of the House of Halcourt, Cabo del Regimiento de Hyspia, Chanzlé-Emeritus of the Commonwealth, Hero of the Petra, Knight of the Hawthorn, Protector of the Auvergnians

Issued and averred by His Royal Highness Prince PAUL ALEXANDER in the year of our Lord 1956

[!] As the sun set on Krugsmas day, a town crier stepped up and announced to the masses as another pinned this missive to the City of Vallagne’s noticeboard,

PAUL ALEXANDER BY the GRACE of GOD PRINCE of the PETRA

‘Lo unto you Petrans, the House of the Petra de Valfleur wishes to announce the successful and healthy birth of the newest member of the Royal Family of the Petra to be of the name and degree,

— Her Ladyship, Helene-Olympe Noëlle of the Petra de Valfleur @Hom—

Shockingly born on Krugsmas, the Lady of Valfleur’s name comes in part from her Lady grandmother– my mother, Queen-Emeritus Renilde I Helena, and in part from Princess Melina’s sister, the once Queen-Mother of Aaun Adela-Olympe. Due to the significance of the eve of her delivery, We decided that Noëlle would be the most sentimental middle name that one could receive. While the little Lord Adrian Tobias grows each day, so too shall he have a younger sére to keep him plenty of company.

WITNESS Ourselves at the Royal Palace on the 11th day of Sigismund’s End in the Year of our Lord 1956 / 101 Atstana de Regne Petrére

Faithfully Signed,

His Royal Highness, Paul Alexander of the Petra, Prince of the Petra, the Duke of Valfleur, Lord Chamberlaine of the River Court of the Commonwealth, Patriarch of the House of the Petra de Valfleur

HRH Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra, the Duke of Valfleur and Lord Chamberlaine of the River Court looked at the missive with nothing other than happiness as he remarked to his Royal Hostarius, "Lady Marisol is going to do excellent things as Court Deputy and Mistress of the Robes - look at what she's already done! I'm most content with the decision to promote her to the Greater Court Administration. She is certainly making us all proud, isn't she?"

Sir Laurens 'the Unwavering' Halcourt d'Artois looked upon the missive as he sat at the tavern in La Dorada, Hyspia sipping on a cup of chamomile tea brewed by his attendant.

"Oui, BIEN. . I always knew that Philip and Adelheid got along almost too well. Nevertheless, I wish them both nonthing but happiness."

 Username: Chorale__

 Persona Name: Paul Alexander of the Petra

 Persona Age: 38

 Place of Residence / Street Address: The Royal Palace

this is cool - when does the vip shop go on sale for krugsmas 🎇

— CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF THE COMMONWEALTH —

100 | Astana de Régne Petrére

PENNED BY

THE RIVER COURT COUNCIL

One hundred years have gone by since the fall of the Harvest Confederacy, thus resulting in the rebirth of the Heartlands. Paul Salvian I was the first sovereign of the Commonwealth of Petra settling on the title of ‘Archduke’. This title was passed prematurely to his eldest child, Renilde Helena, following Archduke Paul’s untimely death. Dame Catherine of  Petra, ex-Princess Royal of the fallen Kingdom of Oren, till Renilde came of age. She worked tirelessly to set things in place for Renilde. One of these cornerstones being the arranged marriage to Prince Constanz-Anton. This marriage had but surface-level strength and eventually led to more pain than prosperity, the consort finding his only power in betrayal. The Petran Civil War broke loose and the Commonwealth stood in ruins. However, Renilde I and the loyalist forces took back their rightful spot as true leaders of the Commonwealth. Since then, Petra has looked adversity in the face day by day, year by year, and reinvented herself to be the metropolis of the Heartlands that she is today.

We have stood in the face of all ridicule from those who would wish to see us burnt, bloody, and broken. We have defeated those demons that wish to keep us from being a country that serves the people and not only the crown. We have done all these things and stood righteous in the eyes of GOD. We have done so for a hundred years. We shall do so for one hundred more. We shall continue doing so until the end of days.  

 GOD Bless the Commonwealth — Ave le Petrère!

✧ | ITINERARY OF FESTIVITIES | ✧

Charognard Cauchyrebut (c. Scavenger Hunt) 

[Dec 17th - 4:00pm EST]

The people of the Petra have remained steadfast and persistent. Likewise, those who continue to relentlessly search for the truth shall always come out ahead. In honor of this, a Scavenger hunt shall be led by Lady Marisol Solis. May those who show their persistence, thrive. 

Soirée Corteis Bracine (c. Royal Tavern Night) 

[Dec 18th - 5:30pm EST]

The people are a hardy bunch, filled with tough souls. What better way to show overwhelming resilience than with a drinking contest? Prince Paul Alexander of Petra hosts all who believe they are worthy of this challenge at Fairweather Pub! Here is to 100 years of Petran resilience. 

Ballary des Chevaliers (c. Knight’s Ball)

[Dec 21st - 8:00pm EST]

The Commonwealth is strengthened by those who seek to keep it safe. The Sovereign Order of the Petrine Laurel is the cornerstone and focal point of Petra. Let us celebrate all they have done and continue to do for their country. To 100 years of the Petran Knight! 

Corteis Jostyr (c. Royal Joust) 

[Dec 22nd - 5:30pm EST]

Jousting is a contest of skill common across the island of Aevos. This is a challenge that tests both strength and agility. For those who believe themselves to be the toughest around, saddle up and joust for some extra coinage and the title of Grand Champion of the Petra.

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, Paul Alexander of the Petra

Prince of the Petra, the Prince of Valfleur, Lord Chamberlaine of the River Court of the Commonwealth, Elector of the Garmont Assembly, Patriarch of the House of the Petra de Valfleur

HER LADYSHIP, Marisol Paloma Solís

Assistant Head Physician of the Vallagne Medical Society, Mistress of the Robes & Curator of Jewels 

of the River Court of the Commonwealth, Founder of Rosa Dorada, and Protector of the Sun

HER LADYSHIP, Mrs Sorcha Elspeth MacPherson

Majordomo of the River Court, Matriarch of House Macpherson, 

Protector of the Daelish Culture, Maker of Mead,

HIS LORDSHIP, Sir Marius Lovetts,

Appurtenant to the Chancellor, Poet Laureate of the Petra, 

Knight of the Order of the Petrine Laurel Rapids, 

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THE PRINCE’S EVENT PLANNING COMMITTEE 

Those within the ranks of the events planning committee for the River Court and the Commonwealth are plentiful. Constantly changing, those that wish to plan events should seek the Lord Chamberlaine or a member of his Court Council out to enlist their assistance with festivities for the broader Petra.

Petrans gather for a feast hosted by the River Court, one of the many events that they host regularly, c. 1948

The Lord Chamberlaine (styled; His Excellency) is the Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra. @Chorale__The Lord Chamberlaine is the Sovereign’s representative to the River Court, picked by them with the advice of their government and given a seat on the executive River Council. They are the head of the Courts and are entrusted to administer the day-to-day of the gracious River Court as the Minister-in-Chief of the Grand Bureau du Chamberlaine. He has the final word on any courtly decisions made.

The Court Deputy (styled; Her Most Honorable) is Princess Melina of High Peak. @liz The Court Deputy assists in the daily operations of the Sovereign’s Court, acting as the second-in-command to the Chamberlaine and charged with their command when they are absent. 

The Majordomo of the Royal Palace (styled; The Honorable) is Lady Sorcha Elspeth MacPherson. @tilly The Majordomo is the Head of the Royal Household Staff and Chief Palatial Officer tasked with educating all Ladies-in-Waiting to the Queen of the Petra as well as training and supervising the Servants de le Meysse. They are responsible for etiquette and the prevalence of court procedure.

The Seneschal of the Household is Lord Friedrich von Augusten. @DuhPuhWuhThe Seneschal is a senior officer of the Palace. They concern themselves with all of the inner workings of the Palace and are often seen as the Majordomo’s second-in-command, though they will focus mainly on the smooth operation of the Royal Household.

The Royal Hostarius is Mister Belie W @HurferDurfer1, whose job is to be the ‘Keeper of the Keys’, as well as to serve food and drink to the members of the Royal Family and their guests during official events. They are the Butler of the Residence and are typically seen cleaning or performing less-than-desirable tasks around the Royal Palace.

The Mistress of the Robes is Lady Marisol Paloma Solĺs @beetle and she plays a role in tailoring attire for the Royal Family of the Petra, ensuring their garments are up to fashion standards. They are also the individual to go to for fashion advice and are responsible for keeping track of Petran fashion, the industry they are tasked with administering. Sometimes, the Mistress of the Robes will also be the de facto Comptroller of the Royal Crown Jewels.

The Poet Laureate is Sir Marius Lovetts. @tcs_tonsils_ They are to teach the art of Poetry and further literacy in the Commonwealth. Usually, the Court Poet is going to be someone who trained under past Poet Laureates. They also write poems for the Commonwealth for the pleasure of the Courts and society.

The Chief Falconer is Viscount Adrian Godfrey Moere de Resmore. @KaiiThey are the comptroller of Her Majesty’s falcons and further, all of the birds or animals held by right to the Royal Crown.

The Chief Archivist is Mister Belie W @HurferDurfer1, and is tasked with the administration of the Public Library of the Free City of Vallagne and the furthering of literacy in the Commonwealth in tandem with the Poet Laureate.

The Court Alchemist is Lady Margot-Estelle Dutoits. They are charged with distributing potions to the Commonwealth in times of need and teaching and supervising pupils, to spread their knowledge of alchemy to the wider population. They are usually versed in various magics as well as herbology – being able to identify and explain local herbs and their properties to curious tourists.

[Vacant] The Master or Mistress of the Hunt is the person charged with the administration, planning, and execution of hunting events. They should be skilled in hunting, to be able to teach the art of their craft and safely guide other huntsmen to areas of interest.

[Vacant] The Master or Mistress of the Cellars is the head River Court caterer. They set the menus for any feasts or otherwise that the Court will hold — meaning they are responsible for the entire kitchen and its staff leading up to galas or Royal Court. They or their Courtiers provide food and beverages whenever necessary and stock and supply the Royal Cellars. They further ensure the proper storage and security of fine Petran wines and spirits.

[Vacant] The Court Artisan hires and recruits musicians and other artists or talent-bearers to Her Majesty’s Court and supervises their scheduling for events that the Court hosts to provide entertainment for the populous. 

Faithfully Signed,

His Royal Highness, Paul Alexander of the Petra, Prince of the Petra, the Prince of Valfleur, Lord Chamberlaine of the River Court of the Commonwealth, Elector of the Garmont Assembly, Patriarch of the House of the Petra de Valfleur

Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra smiled as he received the missive - the thought of further representation for he and his folks allowed his countenance to brighten.

The Lord Chamberlaine of the River Court Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra read over the poem and studied its' contents, performing a nod of approval soon thereafter.

Prince Paul Alexander of the Petra looked to his wife Princess Melina of High Peak as she held their newborn son, Lord Adrian Tobias. Utterly baffled and pleased at the same time with the fire roast, he remarked to her,

"Matrére's getting 'em again, mo prifie."

A smile graced the Prince's features as he ushered a River Courtier near to promulgate a cup of tea for him and the misses.

@liz@tilly@mothsthetic

The Lord Chamberlaine of the River Court Prince Paul Alexander smiled at the publishing of the missive by the very competent Poet Laureate. He hurried the missives off to any bystanders in the Palace!

Issued and averred by His Royal Highness Prince PAUL ALEXANDER in the year of our Lord 1953

PAUL ALEXANDER by the GRACE of GOD PRINCE of the PETRA

The Coalition has besieged the Ferryhold – it is no longer. As many as thirty-five thousand soldiers rallied to the call to arms by Her Majesty the Queen Catherine I to aid the Coalition in destroying Our enemies; the Ferrymen, the League and their Allies. There does exist a personal grudge against the Anathema Gaspard, who had viciously ordered my abduction at the hands of the Ferrymen in the quiet of the night. It was then I was hauled to the same Keep that no longer stands. Much recollection from this event supersedes me, but I know mine enemy.

We fought, and we won. Rejoice! Ave Le Petrére.

“They do nol know of our strength, but the time is nigh for them to learn.”

The Queen-Emeritus Renilde, the Prince Paul, and the Prince Marcus holding Breakwater Keep, c. 1953

@tilly@Chorale__ @Andustar

WITNESS Ourselves at the Royal Palace on the 11th day of the Suns’s Smile in the year of our Lord 1953 / 98 Astana de Regne Petrére.

Faithfully Signed,

His Royal Highness, Paul Alexander of the Petra, Prince of the Petra, the Prince of Valfleur, Lord Chamberlaine of the River Court of the Commonwealth, Elector of the Garmont Assembly, Patriarch of the House of the Petra de Valfleur