Aidoro

I may have to postpone the event, I will be contacting leaders to make sure we have all participants. @Tainted_ace yall are good

Apologies everyone, I'm a bit busy today, but I will update the post with this as well- if each nation lead could contact me on discord (Aidoro#0946) with the username of their champion OR at the time of event message me ingame (Aidoro) so we don't have people arguing that would be appreciated. One per nation! Please try to select a backup as well in case the original cannot make it.

Tournament of Nations The Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska extends an invitation to every nation and settlement all across the continent of Almaris to send their most valiant warrior to represent their people in the Tournament of Nations. The victor of this tournament will be bestowed the honorary title of Champion of Almaris and be gifted a decorative olive wreath signifying their victory. After the tournament, we will head to the tavern for drinks and various tavern games. The Tournament will consist of two brackets, a winners and losers bracket. Once someone loses a match, they will jump to the losers bracket where they still have a chance, with whoever makes it through the losers bracket making it to the final matchup. Each round will have a different weapon, so that the winner is truly the best, and everyone has equal chances. We wish the best of luck to every nation, and hope that they will join us during this contest. Invitations are hereby extended to: The Holy Orenian Empire The Grand Kingdom of Urguan The Silver State of Haelun’or The Kingdom of Norland The Rexdom of Krugmar The Free Trade State of Sutica The Crown of Elvenesse The Druidic Order The Sheikdom of Al’Faiz The Province of Vaelya Marsumar Talon’s Port If you would like to participate, but are not listed above, please fill out this form: Settlement/Group: Leader’s OOC Name: Leader’s RP Name: OOC INFO SINCE I WAS STUPID AND FORGOT IT: Sunday 12/27 4:00PM EST PLEASE ARRIVE 15 MINUTES IN ADVANCE This is a PVP only tournament! If each nation lead could contact me on discord (Aidoro#0946) with the username of their champion OR at the time of event message me ingame (Aidoro) so we don't have people arguing that would be appreciated. One per nation! Please try to select a backup as well in case the original cannot make it. Nations / Settlements can choose their champion however they wish, but each will only be allowed to have ONE participate.

damn i already out of minas from the last one, you accept bread?

Ah yes why have a complete guide prepared when you can just get players to do it for you omg guys thats brilliant.. would be kinda awkward if the players couldn't make a guide on something they aren't informed about and is in shambles...

Rip Carringtons

Bit of ooc: PK posts have never been my strong suit, but I’m pretty happy with how this one turned out. Big thanks to doree for allowing me to write this mostly from her perspective. After seannie left, her character didn’t have a father figure irply, and I had the honor of being that figure with Demetrius. Demetrius was a unique character for me to play, I’ve always been involved in any character with the military but I was able to do more than ever before in that regard. I was given amazing opportunities with him (big thanks to everyone in Haense for the trust to do that) and he has by far been the most enjoyable character I’ve ever played. From being knighted at age 14 irply, to helping return Rubern to Haense, I’ve been so proud to play this character and watch myself evolve both ingame and out. Haense is an amazing community, and I want to thank everyone in the community for the opportunities I was able to have on this character. I hope I made the most of them, but they mean a lot.

(Credit to UnBaed for the art!) 11th of The Amber Cold, 1795 The sun was beginning to set as Ser Demetrius Ruthern and Nataliya Reza made their way back towards the port. Having gone to retrieve their items from Valwyck, the two were running late, rushing to make it back before the boats left them in Arcas. After the sky began to fall a few saints days earlier, the inhabitants of Arcas were leaving, and the two planned on niet being left behind. Moving through a grove, the pair stopped to allow Nataliya time to adjust her pack, as it had begun to be quite uncomfortable to carry. As they did so, Demetrius would notice a few figures stepping out from the trees. Scruffy folk, a few men wearing patches of clothes, with dirtied appearances. “Heading back to the boats, eh?” one of them questioned, bearing a toothy grin. “Da, we are.” Demetrius replied, eyeing them warily as he drew his warhammer. “Afraid not.” the bandit replied, eyeing the two. “Ye see, it seems we are not deemed fit to be saved, by the rest of ye” pointing to their packs. “However, I’m sure your supplies will be helpful enough. Just give them here and I’m sure we can let ye pass” giving the two a quick smirk. Turning to Nataliya, Demetrius signaled for her to prepare to run. Stepping forwards, he would hold out his pack to the bandit, gesturing for him to take it. “Thank ye, we appreciate it” the bandit would respond, reaching for the pack. However, his movement would open a small gap ahead. Taking a deep breath, Demetrius would lower his shoulder and knock the man over, pushing Nataliya forwards as the two began to run. As the two ran, more vagabonds appeared ahead of them. Not having time to stop, the pair hit the bandits head on. As one of the bandits went to swing for Nataliya, she was able to duck under his arm, moving free. Continuing about another fifty feet, she would pause and turn back, spotting Demetrius still surrounded. Clutching her trident she began to head back. “Niet Nataliya, GO. They are about to leave.” Demetrius would yell frantically. “Niet Uncle, I will niet leave ye here.” Nataliya replied, adrenaline causing her to shake. Demetrius would shake his head “Ye must, I will catch up with ye. These bandits are niet any warriors, I can handle them easily” offering an almost arrogant grin to the Princess. “Ye better” Nataliya would reply, before turning and continuing to run. His attention once again on the bandits, Demetrius would wink at them “Which of ye wants to die first?”. Nataliya would arrive at the ships some time later, panting. Begging one of the members of the HRA to go back for Demetrius, she would try to hide tears beginning to form as he said they didn’t have time. For what seemed like an eternity she paced nervously, staring towards the shore. Eventually she heard the order to leave, as the sails began to be lowered. Her gaze did not move from the shore, even when the ship had left. Finally, as the shore was about to leave sight, she let out a sob upon spotting a figure stumble onto the beach. Demetrius had arrived, but too late. Falling to his knees on the beach, Demetrius was clutching his injuries, in a lot of pain. Nataliya began to weep, asking the captain to turn around one last time. Gazing back to Demetrius, she saw him offer one last wave, giving a teary smile in response as he flashed her one of his cocky grins. As the shore dipped out of sight, she would clutch the railing tightly, watching as Demetrius now fell to the ground, before disappearing. After a while of crying, she would feel a tug on her shoulder. “Mommy, what’s wrong?” she would hear, turning to smile at her son, scooping him into her arms. She would be unable to offer a response, but continued clutching Sigismund. Krusae zwy kongzem.

Ser Demetrius would frown upon the news, memories with his late aunt being among the fondest. Eyeing Ostromir from a nearby room, he would wonder why the Carrion was strolling through Metterden as he pleased.

To be honest, I don't know why this is being debated. In my opinion it's pretty cut and dry, but that doesn't necessarily have to be shared by everyone. Yes, it has its place in role-playing, to an extent. Its a simple concept yet becomes blurry. Certain aspects that may be considered homophobic (i/e killing of homosexuals due to canonism) or racist (killing other races such as Kha or my personal favorite wonks) certainly belongs. This is literally what happened in medieval times, and what has happened on the server for years. As to the extent of people in roleplay treating those of other races or sexualities in roleplay, there is a line. Usage of common sense, and staying within what would be realistic. I disagree with the usage of slurs within roleplay, but generally roleplay at a base level against homosexuals or other races in game is fine and should remain fine. The question then becomes where the line is- where is it taken too far. In my opinion, that line is drawn when the behavior becomes personal, ooc based, or the usage of slurs is a frequent occurrence. In roleplay there are ways for characters to be homophobes or racists without integrating irl aspects of the behavior. As well as that, there is the content of the emotes. My character has said plenty of times in roleplay jokingly or whatnot that they plan on "committing war crimes against the wonks." That, for all extensive purposes, is fine. However, and I'm fine with admitting this, I HAVE received bans for emotes made whilst playing as Ser Wakendi (this buff African American skin). I would run around, jokingly emote making monkey noises, etc. (At the time I was a heavy memer / shitposter, I apologize for this and no in way was it indicative of my irl values). These emotes, and other pointed behavior that is over the top when rping regarding a homosexual or character of another race, is where the line is. I myself have been punished for it. We need to learn to accept certain aspects of issues instead of seeking to remove them entirely. In the most blunt way possible, if you are upset that your Kha got killed by people for being a Kha, or upset your character was killed or kicked out of their community for being homosexual, then don't roleplay as such, or if you do, understand the risks and react accordingly. Places like Sutica are very accepting in roleplay. However, once taken across the unseen line, that is where the issues arises.

I want you to throw pancakes at the same child.

Ign: Aidoro Character Name: Ser Demetrius Ruthern Age: 43 Place of Residence / Street Address: Metterden Position: (Alderman, Tribune, or Maer): Royal Alderman A return to politics.. Make it Ruthern!

Ser Demetrius Ruthern would frown "My cousin seems to be crazy, women do niet exist! She herself is just a man in disguise with an strangely high pitched voice, da?"

Ser Demetrius Ruthern would laugh at the attempt “Perhaps they will get him next time.”

Ser Demetrius Ruthern anticipates the next edition with great excitement! "Clearly the best newspaper in Arcas, and the most factual." commenting as he scanned the paper.

Ser Demetrius would let out a hearty chuckle at the response of Farmer Fred, nodding in agreement @Boomboxdoom23

BUCK IT!

Ser Demetrius Ruthern would perform some karaoke of the song, failing terribly.

THE MAER OF NEW REZA, SER DEMETRIUS RUTHERN IS IN FULL SUPPORT! JUSTICE FLR CHRIST PUNCHSTEEL!

*Ser Demetrius Ruthern would lean back at his deck after reading the missive, eyes tired after many late nights of arranging the return of Leuven to Haense and the Alimars* "Weird ******* way to spell Alimar if ye ask me"

Ser Demetrius Ruthern visibly gags at the mentioning of wigs, rubbing his barbaric beard.

IGN: Aidoro Character Name: Ser Demetrius Ruthern Age: 24 Place of Residence / Street Address: Metterden Position: (Alderman, Tribune or Maer): Maer https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/192172-a-real-choice-for-new-reza/?tab=comments#comment-1776191

Demetrius would remember the day of his Knighting, a still small fourteen year old. Riddled with excitement, he had looked over to the man next to him- a giant, Bjornolf. Smiling as Bjornolf was knighted, it seemed as if the man could never die. But alas, all men do. "Rest well, old friend."

A Real Choice for New Reza Ser Demetrius Ruthern’s Bid for Maer IN ADDRESS: My fellow citizens of Haense, I find myself penning this document with excitement lining my very words. As a Nation, we are soon coming once again upon the General Elections. A busy affair, and one that decides the direction Lady Haense takes for the few years afterwards. During this time, Haense needs a Maer, and it will be my honor and duty to fill that role in order to better Haense. I would first like to thank Lady Tatyana for her many years in office, serving Haense dutifully and diligently, bringing many improvements and much good to our city, New Reza. For those who don't know me, I am Ser Demetrius Ruthern, Knight of Haense and a proud officer in the Haeseni Royal Army. For most of my life, I have served in the defense of our Nation, on the roads or in the fields. Though this will continue, and I will not falter in my dedication to the Military, I find myself with an ambition. An ambition to serve not only in defense, but in an unyielding drive to improve New Reza as your Maer. Haense is a glorious nation, one I am so proud to call home, that even now words fail me in describing such. I have fought for it and will proudly die for it but until then, I still have work to do. Writing this, as I look out the window and see the banners of New Reza flowing gently in the breeze, there is one emotion I hold: Hope. Hope that I can work alongside each and every one of you, united in a single, honest mission- To improve our country, our city, our home. IN AGENDA: Throughout this campaign, and time as Maer, there are a few key points I would like to focus on. Though they are only stepping stools to more ideas and projects, they provide a gauge of how I aim to improve the city if I’m given the honor of being elected. To create competition amongst higher priced housing, so that houses remain desirable and sought after. For example, if a manor opens up, rather than immediately pushing it back into circulation, an auction will be held in order to create competition amongst families for the desired property. The goal of this is to make sure houses are not occupied for brief spans before being abandoned, rather, being sought after with the intent to maintain and make good use of the property. This should reduce properties sitting vacant in the future, and instead allowing good, trustworthy owners to occupy them. To assist the education and integration of individuals into Haense and her culture, through programs and projects directed towards focus on the arts, so that any willing individual will have an accessible and strong integration into our wonderful community. By working with the Royal Academy of Saint Catherine, as well as hosting plays and other programs dedicated to the arts> The mission is to make our culture that much more accessible so our city may grow in size, and our citizens grow in unity and knowledge. Though cliche, the mentioning of this is still a necessity. That of course being the presence of events! Lady Tatyana, as we all know, has done an incredible job at hosting lively and extraordinary events for our city, such as the Reznian Games, Barovifest, Juliyeafest, and many more to date. Events are a core part of our city and culture, drawing in outsiders to give them a taste of the many amazing things this Kingdom has to offer. As Maer, I seek to bring you unique and entertaining events, so that the Realm may see what makes us proud citizens of Haense. Under this, I seek to instill new life into the Tavern. Sitting vacant since the Parentes departed, I seek to once again staff and maintain the tavern, so that it once again becomes a bustling site, and the drinks will always flow freely! IN CONCLUSION: Wrapping this campaign up, I wish all potential candidates the utmost luck in the upcoming election. Win or lose, I promise that the betterment of Haense will not ever leave my mind, and I will continue to work stronger and harder in order to watch our Nation continue to improve. Through plans to improve housing and secure it for the future, educate and incorporate individuals into our fine culture, and provide new life and events to the city and it’s tavern, I wish to see this city prosper. I hope to receive your vote come election time, and as always, Ave Haense! By Bones and Barrows, Ser Demetrius Ruthern