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I would personally say that my most schizo rp experience on Lotc was when Ledicort d'Azor kidnapped his daughter Adeline with ISA guards, took her to the middle of nowhere, and proceeded to behead her because she wanted to marry a commoner. I wasn't apart of it irp, but man oh man was that edgy af!

THE ROYAL REVELRIES Balian Annum 21 It was the Imperial Age, charged with the repetitive cycle of victories and defeats, an Emperor after another howbeit nothing unprecedented. Yet, upon the demise of Philip, monarch of Orenia and third of his name, the Brothers’ War ensued causing chaos and madness on upper echelon, but through the ashes of the old and crumbling the Kingdom of Balian was brought. Our followers were tested by the Creator, to purge those sinful and to let only the virtuous onto the promised land. None can contradict that these times were gruelling, wherein siblings and kinsmen turned against each other in bid of salvation and search of rightful liege. Then the harsh storms that descended upon us throughout our journey, yet we ultimately witnessed the birth of our scions on this domain and they are to persist and carry on the torches, we ourselves delivered from the Mandate of Heaven, fearlessly ablaze through the darkest spans. THE CORONATION [[Saturday, 3rd at 5 PM EST]] Since times immemorial each sovereign Canonist Prince requires the blessing of the High Pontiff, in a way to symbolise the God-granted mandate over his subjects and domain, and to commence his reign. Thus, the Crown welcomes each and everybody of our lands and respective allies to witness the crowning of John Casimir as King of Balian. THE TOURNEY [[Sunday, 4th at 4 PM EST]] The concept of chivalry dates back to Exalted Godfrey and his feudal reforms that are still used to this day, for if there are no men of honour to defend one’s domain it is to be raided and destructed by enemy forces. To sustain and revive this old martial tradition, the Crown extends invitations to all its men and even foreign swordsmen to this grand Tourney. THE OATH-SWEARING [[Tuesday, 6th at 5 PM EST]] The link between the liege and his vassal is one of utmost importance, for the greater good of each’s families and subjects, thus following the Coronation, all Peers are summoned to the throne room, where they are to reaffirm and swear an oath of allegiance to the newly proclaimed King. THE BALL [[Friday, 9th at 5 PM EST]] As one of the more reserved customs passed down by the Petrine Empire to Balian, we are to host a spectacular cotillon, where Ladies and Lords may intermingle and find possible matches for marriages or rather confidants. THE FEAST [[Saturday, 10th at 5 PM EST]] Ensuing after all the celebrations and affairs of this year, we are to complete all with an extravagant feast amidst the Palatial gardens, where dishes of remote origins are to be presented, unique refreshments are to be offered and intriguing music is to be played. No time or wealth shall be spared in the organisation of such an occasion, in whom any is expected to be present. IN NOMINE DE HIH, John I, by the Grace of GOD, Grand Duke of Balian, Viscount of Eflen, Baron of Brucca, Lord of Atrus and Monterosa, and Prince of the Holy Orenian Empire, etcetera HIH, Countess-consort Yelena of Monteres HE, Lady Eleanor of Provins

VICESIUM ANNUM ANNIVERSARIUM 20 B.A. Twenty years ago, Balianites migrated south after their split from the Orenian Empire in the Brother’s war. -~- The heat of the desert was a new one. The sun bearing down and scorching any exposed flesh as those marched on. The cawing of crows had become a constant companion, swooping overhead. Chapped lips and a parched throat ever seeking something to quench that thirst. The furs were the first to go. Sand clung and caked to skin. The edges of a blue dress turning brown as the march continued. Tongue prodding at the roof of a mouth, seeking moisture. Something wet. It starts with a faint plod. Before a patter. A head tilts back, desperation within dark depths. Crimson begins to rain. The thirst is not quenched. Madness, already on the brink, comes forth. Red stains blue, dying fabric a purple. Blood soaks life and limb. And a well sprouts forth as the marching came to an end. Those rushing for a cool drink for a parched throat. Crimson staining their skin, drying from the heat. Blood and sand flake as the first tents stake finds its way upon the newly claimed lands of Balian. Home. The Crimson Sands by Lady Johanne A. Vuiller Celebratory Vicesium Annum Festivities A depiction of Balianites celebrating their Duchy’s anniversary. For the past twenty years, Balian and her allies have worked tirelessly to turn the desolate red desert into a home. And a home it has surely become. To celebrate their beloved Duchy, Balianites gather for a celebratory feast! This feast is to be one unlike any other as Balianites shall merge together Balian’s longest table within the Duchy’s square. This table is rumored to be able to fit all of Balian, along with any and all visitors who wish to attend! And what is a table without mountains of food and beverage to satisfy the bellies of those present? Lord Drako Darkwood and his family bottle twenty bottles of Balian’s favourite brands of wine, and chefs of the Palati Monterosa prepare long into the night in preparation for the event! Following the feast celebrations shall continue with a tournament in the name of The Grand Duchy Of Balian. The tourney shall be hosted within Balian’s own Arena. The prize for the winner will be a weapon made in the forges of Balian by Darkwood Smithing Industries and will come with a set of armour made in tandem with the craftsmen and craftswomen of Vuiller Industries. Finally, celebrations shall conclude with a Masquerade Ball! If you know Balian, you are greatly aware that no event can be truly celebratory without a ball! Bring your best gowns and masks to finish off the festivities of Balian’s twentieth anniversary! Special invitations are sent out to the following people —- To the citizens of the Grand Duchy of Balian To the Eastern Almaris Treaty Organization members —- The King of Hanseti-Ruska, Karl III, and his esteemed Pedigree @GMRO The King of Norland, Odin Freysson, and his esteemed Pedigree @ichigomaster98 The Grand King of Urguan, Bakir Ireheart, and his esteemed Pedigree @Elite Snipes To the Prince of Sedan, Frederick I, and his esteemed Pedigree @HogoBojo To the Baroness-consort of Acre, Aloisia of Rivia, and her esteemed Pedigree @Fie To the Count of Temesch, Paul Temesch, and his esteemed Pedigree @bickando —- The esteemed guests of the Rashidun Sheikhdom The citizens of the Kingdom of Haense The citizens of the Grand Kingdom of Urguan The citizens of the Hyspian Diaspora The citizens of the Princedom of Sedan The citizens of the Harvest Confederacy All citizens of the Southern Realm that come in peace to celebrate —- Signed, Her Excellency, Lady Yelena Lorena Novellen, Governess of the Palati Monterosa. His Excellency, the Patriarch of House Darkwood, Lord Drako Darkwood, Viscount of Renduzzo. HIS IMPERIAL HIGHNESS, John I, by the Grace of GOD, Grand Duke of Balian, Viscount of Eflen, Baron of Brucca, Lord of Atrus and Monterosa, and Prince of the Holy Orenian Empire, etcetera. HIS IMPERIAL HIGHNESS, Prince Alexandros Casimir Novellen, Heir to the Grand Duchy of Balian, Count of Monteres, and Prince of the Holy Orenian Empire. ((OOC Schedule))

THE SENATORIAL CELEBRATORY BALL, 19 B.A. 3rd of Peter's Glory, 19 B.A. A depiction of Balianites celebrating the conclusion of the first Senate election! This year has been extra special for Balian citizens as they are given the opportunities to express their voice in the future workings of the Grand Duchy that they all cherish so deeply. This week shall be marked in history as Balian’s first Senate Election. The busy week of preparation, voter registration, campaigning, and debating, will come to an exciting end as Balian citizens of both commoner and noble factions vote for the Senators they wish to see represent them! Seven Senators consisting of four commoners and three nobles, are to be elected in this year’s election! For the next eight years, they shall represent the Balian people in the Senate and direct our realm’s governance by passing legislation, holding ministers to account and electing one of their members to the Great Office of Minister, as detailed in The Righteous Mantle Edict (18 B.A.). The Closure of the Polls and the Beginning of the Celebratory Ball After 24 saint’s hours of Balianites rushing to the polls to vote for their chosen Senators, the election officers Cicero Lulianus Cato and Yelena Lorena Novellen shall count and finalize the tally of the votes! Once the votes have been counted, Cicero shall announce the results of the election from the dais of the throne room! All candidates of both commoner and noble factions shall be in attendance in order to eagerly hear the anticipated results! The elected Senators shall step into a line at the front of the throne room and each shall give a small speech to the Balian citizens that elected them. Following the announced results of the election, as well as the new Senator’s speeches, there shall be a ball to celebrate the proclamation of the new Senators of Balian! Balian citizens and visitors who wish to attend the ball are welcome to gather within the Palati Monterosa’s court room, which shall be transformed into a glorious area of celebration! This event shall give citizens and visitors of Balian a chance to mingle with each other as well as with the elected Senators of Balian. We cannot wait to see you all there! And we wish best of luck to all of the Senator Candidates! Signed, Her Excellency, Lady Yelena Lorena Novellen, Governess of the Palati Monterosa and Election Officer of Balian. His Excellency, Cicero Lulianus Cato, Balian Chairman of Elections. The Right Honorable, Lord Lucius Felix Galbraith, Baron of Castelorena and Courtier of the Palati Monterosa. ((OOC Schedule))

Yelena Lorena gets the voter registration station set up!

Yelena vas Ruthern would chuckle at the paper of lies. She'd add it to her toilet paper roll. "Look everyone, free paper!"

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Though I have not been super active on LOTC over the past few months due to this being the most exhausting semester of my life, I have been playing LOTC since 2015 and have met some of my best friends today as a result. This server has been an amazing place for community and relationship building between people with common interests in having an enjoyable experience with others, playing a game that they love. This server is a roleplay server. The definition of roleplay is to act out or perform the part of a person or character. I've been roleplaying since I was little, playing Barbie's or house with my sister and neighbors. When I was 7, sometimes roleplaying would create conflict between my sister and friends and I "out of character", but now that I am 22 and can conceptualize a difference between myself and my roleplay characters. One is fictional, and one is real. I am a real life person, and the things that my character does in roleplay does not directly translate to who I am as a human being in the real world. Additionally, if someone were to insult my character in roleplay, I would not take that insult as a direct offence to my real life self. I feel that a lot of the drama that is happening within the OOC communities of Oren is because some people have a hard time recognizing that distinct separation between themselves and their characters on the server. Things that happen on LOTC may upset you, but none of it translates to real life or who these real life people are behind their creatively designed Minecraft skins. I agree with you, Cjmate, that "our community is built by the people who play the game everyday" just as it can be deconstructed by people who play the game everyday. Personally, I think that conflict in roleplay is exciting and can foster rich roleplay, and this conflict is no different. Who doesn't love the tea of LOTC? But let's save that tea sipping for roleplay so we don't destroy the kettle that is this server and its rich community.

ApplicationDiscord username: bee_#4277Ever played a Discord/Forum rp before?: Yes! My hero forum rp bayyybeeeeFavorite Sci-fi book or story?" Maximum Ride by James Patterson :)

Theresa Mae Halcourt reads the treaty with a smile on her face, "Finally, we are moving towards a little bit of peace in these dire times." She'd say softly with a nod.

MC Name: snowgirl000 Character Name: Eyra Rae MonroeRace: HumanReason for wanting to join: I am obsessed with the lake life irl and would like to integrate that into irp!Goals for Joining: I want to build friends in the new community and have a fun time with the depth of my persona’s character story. Ideal Caste: OspreyBasic Background: Swimmer, fisher, hunter

This is gorgeous! ❤️