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INVESTIGATION NOTES OF DET. TATIANA RUTHERN Joma and Umund 367 ES Va ve Edlervik, I, Royal Detective, Tatiana vas Ruthern, wish to report my findings after the recent explosion in the square. Through my expert investigation I have discovered a straw of hay within the bomb rubble and began comparing it to the other bales of hay in Karosgrad. I came across my first suspect, “Jan Oto Kortreevich,” who seemed very suspicious since I walked up to him. I began my thorough questioning to which I asked if he owned the piece of hay I found within the rubble. His response was inconclusive, so I have not taken him off of my suspect list yet. I then continued my mission until I found a man by the name of “Jebababiah” sitting upon a cart filled with hay. I immediately asked if he liked hay to which he said yes, but I made sure to compare the hay I found in the explosion to the hay on the cart. I almost crossed his name off my suspect list when he talked about how upset he was to see hay put to waste in the explosion, but then I saw his pipe. As any good detective, I then tasted both the ash from the explosion and the ash from his pipe and found almost identical similarities. He mentioned a man named “Mat You” who sold him the tobacco! I ask that the Haeseni people write to me, Royal Detective, Tatiana vas Ruthern, about any information you have regarding “Mat You.” I promise to bring JUSTICE to this Kingdom and take down the perpetrator of the cart bombing. Signed, Her Ladyship, Tatiana vas Ruthern, Royal Detective of Hanseti-Ruska

Isabel gives a thumbs up to Matthew after their most recent transaction!

The queen mother bursted into a fit of laughter as she saw her brothers name plastered across the newest edition of hearsay, "just be thankful they didn't bring up the goats, matyas"

The Queen Mother stood within the Duma hall as a courier delivered her the newest edition of Hearsay, "Mrs. Promiscuity... I'd say it has a nice ring t' it."

Queen Mother Isabel read over the missive with a wide smile upon her visage, recalling the day Haense was given their independence. She recalled men and women running out into the streets cheering as her late husband rode back from the meeting. Never had she seen the Kingdom so united and so joyous.

The Queen Mother sat in her chambers reading over the missive with an amused grin on her visage, "Now this is good.. but I wouldn't expect anything less from a house with lady Rosalind."

The Queen Mother read over the paper the other women were gossiping about around the Nikirala Prikaz, promptly scoffing before crumpling the parchment up and tossing it into the fireplace.

Tatiana vas Ruthern finally bathes to celebrate her papej becoming Palatine!

The Reznian Games of 363 Vzmey and Hynk 363 ES The Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska invites the most valiant competitors across the continent of Almaris to compete in the second ever Reznian Games hosted in the City of Karosgrad. Each nation is asked to provide a team of exceptional athletes to represent their people and participate in the tournament. Following the activities there will be a medal ceremony awarding the winning members of each nation with first, second, and third place medals. The nation with the most medals at the end of the tournament will be named the victor of the 363 Reznian Games. Invitations are sent out to The Kingdom of Norland The Under-Realm of Urguan The Holy Orenian Empire The Silver State of Haelun’or The Rexdom of Krugmar Brambleberry The Free Trade State of Sutica The Crown of Elvenesse The Druidic Order Talon’s Port Any other nations/settlements not listed The events will include: Chariot racing Shogging (knockoff) Obstacle course Melee tournament Boat race Rules -Each nation must bring a team to participate in a minimum of THREE events to be eligible. -Only one person from each team may participate in each event, and they cannot participate in more than one event. -You must fill out this form if you wish to participate: Name of your nation: Your Nation Leader (rp name and discord): Members of your team: (Or just pm me on discord Juli#9597) SIGNED, HER MAJESTY, Isabel of Valwyck, Queen-Mother of Hanseti-Ruska ((OOC)) Saturday March 6th at 3pm EST

The Queen Mother raised a brow, seeing the now former Palatine gallop down the halls of the Palace carrying the Golden Bulava in his hand.

The Queen Mother stood within the great hall of the Nikirala Prikaz, a relieved smile upon her face as she watched the preparations begin for her eldest son's wedding.

Queen Mother Isabel sat alongside her daughter as they began the preparations for her Lady Hauchmetvas, a solemn expression on her visage as she recalled her late husband promising to be present for this occasion.

Queen-Mother Isabel sat resting in the hospital after suffering wounds from an explosion in Karosgrad following the diet.

Queen Mother Isabel of Valwyck penned a letter of thanks to her uncle, Viktor Kortrevich, after reading the study done on her husband and his legacy to the Kingdom.

The Queen Mother Isabel stood in the square of Karosgrad next to her son, Koeng Heinrik II, as he passed her the missive, "It's abou' time someone did." She'd reply back to him before departing back to the Nikirala Prikaz to mourn the loss of her husband.

The Funeral of Koeng Josef I Wzuvar and Byvca 359 ES Va ve Edlervik, It comes with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of the now late Koeng Josef I, who drew his last breath following a severe heart attack several weeks ago. His death brings great sorrow, and the Kingdom will forever remember his unwavering dedication to the betterment of the Haeseni people. So in his death, the subjects of this Kingdom are reminded to remain strong and unified. To commemorate the late Koeng, a funeral pyre shall be lit and held on the Gronna and Droba of 359 ES in the city square of Karosgrad. A service will be held by the Cardinal Benedict of Jorenus, in which all hailing from the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska, and its allies, are invited to mourn and remember the late Koeng, memorializing all he has done, in life and now in death. It is still expected that in these solemn times that the privacy of the Royal Family, and the late Koeng’s loved ones is respected. The Koeng Is Dead. Long Live Koeng Heinrik II Signed, HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Isabel of Valwyck, Queen-Mother of Hanseti and Ruska ((OOC)) Saturday February 3rd at 3pm EST

The now Queen-Mother collapsed to her knees outside of the Nikirala Prikaz, unable to suppress the trembles coursing through her body as tears welled up in her eyes after seeing her late husband's deceased body. Despite the hopeless looks she received from the many doctors who visited the palace, she spoke with confidence that Josef would recover swiftly, even when she deep down knew otherwise. It was unbearable to even imagine her life continuing without Josef by her side, but that was now her reality. They had an understanding of one another, both thrusted into a position they neither chose nor wanted. He kept her calm, taming her sometimes erratic temper and their family provided them both stability. The young King stood next to the hearth with Isabel seated across from him “But how am I going to be a King like my papej? He was the strongest man I know!”he’d exclaim in frustration, still a child and yet given the responsibility of ruling the kingdom. “Maybe we could jus.. pretend? Until ye are big and strong like he was, Joey”” Isabel suggested, the young baruch barely ten and now betrothed to the King. Both children giving a nod, promising to be there as support for one another. "May ye finally rest, joey." She'd mutter, her cheeks still stained from tears before departing back deep into the Nikirala Prikaz.

Koenas Isabel stayed locked within the Nikirala Prikaz, remaining at the bedside of her husband Koeng Josef.

[!] An illustration of Her Royal Majesty, Koenas Isabel circa 354ES THE KOENAS CURATION The Sixth Edition A Report by the Queen of Hanseti-Ruska, Isabel of Valwyck on the happenings of the Royal family, Court, and Culture in Haense. Vzmey and Hynk 357 ES Table of Contents I. Important Announcements II. Royal and Court Announcements III. Upcoming Events IV. Military Updates V. Updates in the Royal Duma I. Important Announcements Krawn z. Kovachev On the evening Joma and Umund 356 ES, Sergey Kovachev was charged with treason after physically harming a member of the Royal Family, Prinzenas Katerina Barbanov. Jovenaars Sir Sigmar Baruch, Lukas Racozky, and Reza Gynsburg oversaw the ruling of the trial, finding Kovachev guilty of treason. The Defendant was sentenced to death by firing squad, an execution granted to those in the HRA. II. Royal and Court Announcements Passing of Queen Viktoria of Metterden Upon the Msitza and Dargund of 355 ES, news broke of the sudden and tragic passing of Queen-Mother Viktoria of Metterden. The late Queen-Mother suffered a heart attack and passed among the comforting presence of her sister, Lady Irene Ruthern. Her legacy as a Queen and warrior shall forever be cemented into the history of Hanseti-Ruska. The Royal Family thanks the citizens and allies of Haense for their kind words and condolences following the loss of the Queen-Mother. Birth of Prinzenas Fenika Born on the 12th of Gronna and Droba, 356 ES, Princess Fenika Lichte Barbanov is the first child of their Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Schattenburg. Like both of her parents, the young princess possesses black hair, and has her father's deep blue eyes III. Upcoming Events in Karosgrad Archdiocese of Jorenus Fish Fry Archdiocese of Jorenus welcomes all members of the Canonist faith to a fundraiser fish fry festival on the Tov and Yermey of 357 ES where various delectable seafood dishes will be served for attendees to enjoy. This event will assist in funding towards improvements for the infrastructure of the Church. Special thanks to House Amador and the D’Airelle family for assisting in the coordinating of this event. IV. Military Updates Penned by Her Royal Majesty’s Secretary, Lord Alric var Ruthern The Troll Menace This update serves as both a message and a warning to those reading, to the subjects of this Grand Kingdom. But as most know, there has been a menace in town, that being the increasingly fervent band of Trolls, who are all regularly appearing within the cities confines. However, do not fret! While a menace, this particular foe serves as more of a burden than a threat, due to them being particularly ill-witted and simply half-starved. So, if you do come across one of the named beasts, act accordingly and they will not bring you to home. Albeit they might pester you for food, but a couple minas worth of bread is worth more than your life, surely. Howbeit, it was eventually bound to come to blows, a result of their constant appearing and demanding for food, and the patience of our beloved army growing thinner and thinner. In the initial spat, scouts had spotted the Trolls trotting up the road. So the Marshal plotted, and locked the gates, demanding they leave us be - it was all frivolous in the end. Thus, the gates were hoisted open and the trolls were left subject to cannon fire from our stout-hearted soldiers. In which one of their own did fall in the midst of battle, that being Hubert Porcher, who fought to his last breath in the brutal battle. May Godan let his soul rest. Three more were frozen to the bone, but fret not, for all have recovered and are prepared to be sent back into the fray. In the most recent and crescendo of this happening, a bloody and barbarous battle ensued, just a few jogs from the outside gatehouse: The largest troll of their bunch, known as ‘Bido’ demanded that the Kingdom surrender its food, or risk it being taken by force. The Marshal refused after a brief back and forth, regarding diplomacy - which came to no avail. No man could have poised such an army, mere seconds before inevitable chaos, but he barked out commands and the battle set into place. Many were injured and cramped into wheelchairs for weeks and some for months, including Her Royal Majesty herself, Koenas Isabel. No such prayer is required, for all have recovered and the HRA have ultimately prevailed for now. Oaths and Promotions Those Oathed into the Haense Royal Army and Promoted before 357 ES The Promotions Friedrich Barclay to Sergeant Jackson Porter to Sergeant Alric var Ruthern to Armiger Hildebrand Mondblume to Armsman Franz Barbanov to Armsman Aleksandr Vyronov to Armsman Cedric Barclay to Armsman Maric var Ruthern to Armsman We keep the friends Hubert Porcher in our hearts. The Kingdom will forever be thankful for his service. IV. Updates on Knighthood Knights of Recent Those Oathed into The Marian Retinue or The Order of the Crow before 357 ES Those Oathed intojust The Order of the Crow Ser Brandt Barclay ‘The Patient’ Dame Anabela Vilac ‘The Ember’ Ser Aleksandr Vyronov ‘The Ardent’ Those Squired Alric Ruthern underneath Ser Brandt Barlcya Hildebrand Mondblume underneath Dame Anabela Vilac Rickard Kortevich underneath Ser Maverik Baruch Aleksandr Barbanov underneath Ser Fiske Vanir Cedric Barclay underneath Ser Fiske Vanir Jackson Porter underneath Ser Zodd Calliban Lorenz Barclay underneath Ser Aleksandr Vyronov Franz Barbanov underneath Ser Boris Ruthern An Adventure North Penned by Her Royal Majesty’s Secretary, Lord Alric var Ruthern In times of recent, the Knights of Hanseti-Ruska have uncovered a threatening group of towering beasts for men, all covered with fur. They dwell in the snow far North and have been actively kidnapping humans who have made the dangerous venture into the capped mountains. So our brave Knights took the venture themselves and discovered a cave of theirs. In doing so, they fortunately rescued countless men and women from the clutches of these beasts. However, as they delved into the cave further they stumbled upon an ancient and abandoned city; from where the beasts bide. This telling comes with a request, at the behest of The Right Honourable, Ser Boris Ruthern, Knight Paramount of Haense. That being that no man or woman should dare take this venture, else they risk their lives being in imminent peril. A Hapless Hunt Penned by Her Royal Majesty’s Secretary, Lord Alric var Ruthern This tale takes on a more unfortunate tone. For both Her Royal Majesty and His Serene Highness settled that they would be going hunting, accompanied by a few of our Knights - yet they did not find common game, but a monstrous foe. Such beasts were found a stone’s throw away from the Norlandic road, so do be warned if travelling it. Our Knights described them as bearing plant-like matter with slithering tendrils that snatched anything that came close. If snatched close enough, the green fiend would have surely devoured the bunch with its gaping and treacherous maw. And so our knights, flanked by our Royalty, combatted the named foes over a short but hard-fought battle. It all culminated in an explosively woeful ending. On it’s last roots and without any victory in sight, the final beast riled and filled itself up to the brim. From there, it erupted, spattering all of those around it. It had spewed a particularly adhering and acidic fluid, wounding them all grievously. The Knights and His Serene Highness, Heinrik Barbanov have afforded us safety on those roads, at the cost of their own health. But alas, they triumphed; wounded or not. So now I ask that all of you clasp your hands together and utter a prayer to the named group, in hopes of swift recoveries. V. Updates in the Royal Duma Following the passing of Alderman Sergey Kovachev, Valerie d’Airelle was then appointed the position. Miss Valerie ran in the election of 355 ES for Tribune but unfortunately lost by three votes to Tribune Fyodor Erhdhart.

Queen Isabel in Haense lofts a brow at the missive "Wha' in Godans name is happening' in Haelun'or?" She'd then ****** the missives from the hands of her children

THE FIRST BARD BATTLE KAROSGRAD Wzuvar and Byvca 357ES All citizens of Hanseti-Ruska, the peoples of the Iron Accord, are invited to the first Bard Battle of the Royal Capital of Karosgrad, Hanseti-Ruska. In the spirit of friendly banter, amusing ways of dealing with feuds, or spitting over the words of your enemy or opponent, all of the Iron Accords are welcomed to participate in the lighthearted event. No prior bardic experience required. Allow for the audience’s cheers or wails to decide the winner of your rhythmic battle, and challenge any you wish in the audience, lest they be a coward to not accept. Where? The tavern of Karosgrad! When? Wednesday January 20th 3:30pm EST Who? Whoever dares. Signed, Her Royal Majesty, Isabel of Valwyck, Queen-Consort of Hanseti and Ruska

Tatiana vas Ruthern proceeds to then throw up on her papej as a cry for attention.

Tatiana vas Ruthern cries in her papej's ear @GMRO

IN MEMORY OF QUEEN VIKTORIA Msitza and Dargund 355 ES Va Birodeo Herzenav ag Edlervik, Upon the Msitza and Dargund of 355 ES, The Queen-Mother of Hanseti-Ruska, Her Royal Majesty Viktoria of Metterden, unfortunately passed away due to a heart attack while in the gardens of Karosgrad. Her valor and determination will never be forgotten, as her legacy will forever be cemented into our history. A memorial pyre will be held within the square of Karosgrad where all citizens and allies of the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska are welcome to attend and mourn the loss of a great warrior and Queen. Attendees are encouraged to don black clothes out of respect at the ceremony. IV JOVEO MAAN, Her Royal Majesty, Isabel of Valwyck, Queen-Consort of Hanseti and Ruska ((OOC)) Tuesday, January 12th at 4pm ES

Isabel paced down the dimly lit halls of the Nikirala Prikaz, her expression glazed as she left the residential after hearing the news that the Queen-Mother, her former mentor, had passed. Memories flashed through her mind, recalling her time as a ward under Viktoria when she was a young girl. She admired the Queen-Mother for her courage, following her around as much as she could in hopes she’d be able to be half as good a Queen as she was once her time came. Her pacing eventually led her to her office within the palace before moving to the shiny yet worn set of armor that rested in the corner of her office, the armor that the Queen-Mother gifted to her before her wedding to King Josef. She raised her hand, brushing shaky yet delicate fingers across the cold metal of the chest plate, “Have I made ye proud, Viktoria?”