Juli

Isabel of Valwyck sat reclined within the seven skies, drawing a freshly poured cup of Carrion to her lips as she observed her grandson below before sparing a glance to her husband, Josef. A short smile crept onto her lips upon recalling her own promise she made with Josef as a child to pretend until they were confident enough to fulfill their roles. "I do nie think I ever stopped pretending..." She'd idly comment before lowering her gaze back to her grandson.

Annabel Baruch, a grass connoisseur herself, approves of this agreement!

The recently widowed Tatiana Kortrevich considers participating in the Lifstala, but decides against it so she does not outshine her children.

Declaration of Regency 5th of Gronna and Droba, 395 E.S. Va ve Edlervik, It is with great sorrow to announce the sudden passing of His Excellency, Jan Otto Kortrevich, Count of Jerovitz and Aulic Envoy of Hanseti-Ruska on the evening of Vzmey and Hynk in 395 E.S. His widow, Lady Tatiana Kortrevich, will act as regent of House Kortrevich until their eldest son, Lord Vladrik Otto Kortrevich, comes of age in 398 E.S. Signed, Her Ladyship, Tatiana Kortrevich The Right Honorable, Vladrik Otto Kortrevich, Count of Jerovitz, Viscount of Krusev, Baron of Karovia

A wide smile splayed across Countess Tatiana's lips as she received the news that the betrothal was now announced publicly, "Vy'll make a dobry Koenas, Emma. One of the best yam sure.. and definitely better than our current one," she'd comment to her sister-in-law before running off to begin planning a ball in celebration.

An Edict from the Crown and The High Justiciar ‘Zakisk ve Jura i ve Kongzem’ Tov and Yermey 386 E.S. VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK, The justice system within the Kongzem of Hanseti-Ruska has been continuously changing and adapting since the Edict of Separation which granted this Kongzem independence in 339 E.S. With the approval of His Royal Majesty Heinrik II, Her Excellency Tatiana Kortrevich aspires to reform the structure and procedure within the Office of the Justiciar. These reforms will expand the Office with the introduction of additional positions, amendments to the Haural Czaek and procedural changes. I. ADDITIONAL POSITIONS DEPUTY JUSTICIAR “Zweim Vasriciar” The position of the Deputy Justiciar (Naumariav: Zweim Vasriciar) will be established to serve as the right hand man of the High Justiciar, with their work consisting of assisting in the day to day management of the Office. They are tasked with educating potential Royal and Civil Jurists on trial procedure and the Haural Caezk until they are prepared to take the law license assessment (Naumariav: Jura Plais) to legally become a Jurist within the Kongzem. The duties and responsibilities of the High Justiciar are bestowed upon the Deputy Justiciar whenever they are unavailable. ROYAL EXECUTIONER “Exalach” The position of the Royal Executioner (Naummariav: Exalach) will be added under the Office of the Justiciar. This honorable position is tasked with performing the execution of convicted criminals within the Kongzem of Hanseti-Ruska. Typically, this position is held by current or former members of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl and requires the utmost respect and skill. The High Justiciar will appoint an individual to serve in this position. II. AWARDS OF SERVICE St. Adrian’s Medallion Awarded by the Crown and blessed by the High Pontiff, St. Adrian’s Medallion is the highest government award and the fifth-highest award in the Kingdom. Only those widely recognized as the greatest statesmen, legislator, diplomat, or any other government sector may be awarded this honor. Those who receive this award are seen as a once-in-a-generation figure of their time. St. Adrian’s Medallion is a singular two-sided golden medallion engraved with the image of St. Adrian on one side and the Lorraine on the other side. St. Adrian, the patron saint of statesmen, lawyers, and politics is meant to represent the dedication of the recipient to government. The certificate of authenticity is written and signed by the Crown. This medallion is accredited to the late Lord Speaker Igor Kort. The Christiansen Medal of Justice Awarded by the High Justiciar, the Christiansen Medal of Justice is the only medal specifically made for the Royal Jurists of the Kongzem. It is only given to those who have shown dedication to their position as Royal Jurist and have gone above and beyond what is expected of them to set a precedent for future occupants. The Christiansen Medal of Justice is a two sided silver medal engraved with an image of High Justiciar Lauritz Christiansen on one of its faces and the crest of the Office of the Justiciar on the other with the year it was bestowed engraved at the bottom. The Ribbon of Distinguished Service Awarded by the High Justiciar and Chief Detective, the Ribbon of Distinguished Service is one of the only two awards made specifically for the Royal Detectives. It is only bestowed to those who have proven themselves to be hardworking and diligent within the Office of the Justiciar as a Royal Detective. The Ribbon of Distinguished Service is a grey ribbon with a gold pin. The color of the ribbon correlates with the color of the Bulava wielded by the High Justiciar. The crest of the Office of the Justiciar is engraved into the face of the pin. III. CLASSIFICATION OF ROYAL DETECTIVES Chief Detective The Chief Detective is the highest ranking detective within the Office of the Justiciar. They are responsible for assigning cases to the Senior and Junior detectives. The Chief oversees promotions among the detectives and must be consistently training all current detectives. They must also manage and log the payment for both levels of detectives and keep up to date records and summaries of notes from ongoing and solved cases. Senior Detective Senior Detectives are highly experienced detectives who have proven themselves capable of taking on a leadership role within the Office of the Justiciar. They are well versed in the Haural Czaek and tasked with mentoring the junior detectives on the Kongzem’s law code and educating them on proper procedures for investigations. Senior detectives receive double the payment junior detectives do for each case and gain a larger bonus if a case is successfully solved. Junior Detective Junior Detectives are newly recruited and young detectives within the Office of the Justiciar. Each junior detective will be assigned to mentor under a senior detective. Once they have proven they are knowledgeable of the Haural Czaek. Promotions are given out based on experience and are decided by the Chief Detective. Junior detectives will receive payment for each case and gain a bonus if a case is successfully solved. IV. AMENDMENTS TO THE HAURAL CAEZK The Crown and the Office of the Justiciar see it fit to add the following to the Haural Caezk: Section: 303: Pre-Trial Procedure shall be amended to: 303.01: If a Summons is submitted to the Aulic Courts and accepted, Jovenaar shall be assigned to preside over the case; 303.011: One Jovenaar shall be assigned if the charges constitute a minor, middling, or severe offense. 303.011: Three Jovenaar shall be assigned if the charges constitute a treasonous offence. 303.013: A Jovenaar must have no notable association with any party involved in the case; 303.044: The Jovenaar that shall handle the trial will then either approve or reject the motion to dismiss. If the motion is granted, the summons will be dismissed and there will be no trial. Otherwise, the trial will continue as planned; Section 222: The Governorate of Elfenbach shall be removed from the Haural Czaek. IV JOVEO MAAN His Royal Majesty, Heinrik II, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik, Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia and Vidaus, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, Turov and Markev, Viscount of Grauspin and Varna, Baron of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera. Her Excellency, Tatiana Kortrevich, High Justiciar of Hanseti-Ruska, Countess-Consort of Jerovitz

The Countess of Jerovitz sheds a tear in anticipation for her son and sister-in-law's big day!

Isabel of Valwyck held a steaming cup of cocoa within her grasp as she observed the Princess Imperial make her ascent into the Seven Skies, “While I was nie’ close with the Princess, she was one o’ the most spirited women I’ve ever had the pleasure in meetin’. An inspiration.. I do nie’ doubt she will continue t’ influence many young ladies even after her passin’” The former Queen regarded to her husband as they sat within the Prikaz gardens.

Isabel of Valwyck stood in the Seven Skies, observing the elderly woman yap about her husband, King Josef I, "Hardly like his papej? He saw his papej's dreams an' goals for Haense through... A Haense led by a Haeseni." She'd comment before John VII and Andrik III pranced by hand in hand into the sunset.

THE DUMA HALL INVESTIGATION: AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE MISSING BUST OF THE NINTH SPEAKER From the Office of the High Justiciar and the Office of the Lord Speaker On this 3rd of Wzuvar and Byvca, 383 E.S. VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK, After the Sitting of the Royal Duma on the 4th of Tov and Yermey, 382, the bust of the IX Speaker, Lady Speaker Irene Sarkozy, was found to be missing from the Royal Duma Hall. Little to no evidence of who stole the bust, or where the bust is, has been found by the Office of the High Justiciar, except for a black hair by the location of the bust. Nevertheless, while investigating potential motives for the bust to be stolen, the Office of the High Justiciar did rediscover the highly concern fact that the former Lady Speaker was found guilty and executed for the attempted assassination of His Royal Majesty, Heinrik II, in 367 ES. The Offices of the High Justiciar and the Lord Speaker both believe it extremely unfit that a traitor to the Kingdom should be honoured with a bust inside the Royal Duma Hall, despite the work and effort put into their position prior. Why former Lord Speaker Igor Kort willingly and knowingly placed a bust of Lady Speaker Irene Sarkozy in the Royal Duma Hall is beyond the knowledge of both Offices, yet it is supposed that his judgement may have been clouded due to his close relationship with the former Lady Speaker and the fact that he had been her successor. Therefore, the bust of Lady Speaker Irene Sarkozy shall formally be removed from the Royal Duma Hall, and any investigation into the missing bust shall be ceased immediately. Monn jove czak dona aseretem, His Excellency, Ruslan E. Baruch, Lord Speaker of Hanseti-Ruska, Duke of Valwyck Her Excellency, Tatiana L. Ruthern, High Justiciar of Hanseti-Ruska

A NOBLE UNION A COUNT HIGHER THAN A TITULAR PRINCE Msitza and Dargund, 382 E.S. A depiction of Jan and Tatiana announcing their engagement circa 382 E.S. Va Birodeo Herzenav ag Edlervik, With great pleasure comes the announcement of union between House Kortrevich and House Ruthern. That Count Jan Otto Kortrevich of Jerovitz shall be met in matrimony with Her Excellency Tatiana vas Ruthern of Vidaus. The to-be pair shall be wed in the eyes of Godani, seated in St. Henrik's Basilica on the evening of Tov and Yermey 383 E.S by the most pious Bishop Anders. After the ceremony guests will be invited to drink and dance within the newly constructed Jerovitz halls. Regarding the two unified families will come various traditional dishes regarding both such houses. All attendees will be appreciatively welcomed to offer their gifts and blessings to the newly wedded couple. Special invitations are extended to the following: His Royal Majesty, Heinrik II Barbanov, King of Hanseti-Ruska and his pedigree Her Royal Majesty, Annika Barbanov, Queen of Hanseti-Ruska and her pedigree His Royal Highness, Franz Morovar, Baron of Ghaestenwald and his pedigree His Royal Highness, Nikolas Barbanov, Duke of Galahar and his pedigree Those of the Ducal Union especially; His Grace, Maric var Ruthern, Duke of Vidaus and his pedigree His Grace, Ruslan Baruch, Duke of Valwyck and his pedigree The Honorable, Isaac Amador, Viscount of Aurveldt and his pedigree His Lordship, Hildebrand Mondblume, Baron of Richtenburg and his pedigree His Excellency, Ailred var Ruthern, Lord Marshal of Hanseti-Ruska The Honorable, Kazimar Ludovar, Viscount of Seswesk and his pedigree His Lordship, Stefan Vyronov, Baron of Astfield and his pedigree The men and women employed in the Office of the Justiciar The Jovenaars of Hanseti-Ruska Another invitation scribed with charcoal instead of fine pen and paper is sent off to the following: House Barclay Invitations are also extended to all subjects and allies of Hanseti-Ruska, however not scribed in the previously mentioned jagged and unfavourable charcoal. Signed, The Right Honorable, Jan Kortrevich, Count of Jerovitz, Viscount of Krusev, Baron of Karovia Her Excellency, Tatiana vas Ruthern, High Justiciar of Hanseti-Ruska ((OOC)) Date: Sunday 25th at 4pm EST in Karosgrad

Isabel of Valwyck raised her glass to toast to her victorious nephew as she sat with her new found friend, Igor Kort, in the seven skies!

Tatiana plans to remove the yellow potted flower from within her office... once she's married of course!

High Justiciar Tatiana Ruthern gives her good friend Duke Ruslan Baruch a pat on the back after her brother informed her of the letter!

Isabel of Valwyck was seated within the library in Karosgrad with a platter of freshly brewed teas on display infront of her. The sound of the door creaking caught her attention as a youthful Rosalind stepped inside. To much surprise, Isabel's lips wore a smile as opposed to the typical scoff that left the Queen whenever she caught sight of the Grand Lady. Isabel's lips parted first, "About time.. ye' old hag." She jest, waving her palm to motion for the Grand Lady to join her at the table, "Ye' did a fine job, Lady Rosalind, nearly as dobry as me, I'll admi'"