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Maude Fredericka, a cousin of the Auxilliary Calliope, read the poem with a latent sense of nostalgia. Although time, war, and allegiances had once wrought them apart, the Countess of Mardon admired her kinswoman's talent- her patriotic and zealous fervor, and her consistent dedication to her homeland. They were values she, too, shared.

"Muire" loomed captive at the flank of Anna Lucilla, mouthing to the Johannian, "Prepare to kick the laddies on three, 'ighness. Ah will nae let 'em take our dignities as well as our possessions."

Super cute idea! Keep on being creative :)

The Countess of Mardon, Maude Fredericka Augusta Mary, caught wind of the Lotharingian company's founding from her equerry, a wispy stream of air exeunting from her lips. The twin sister of Frederick Aurelian feld the paper against her stomacher, her stormy gaze affixed upon the Petran countryside in thought. "Maximilian," She beckoned the young servant boy, laying a gloved palm warmly upon his shoulder, the other fiddling with another of her father's medallions. "Bring me pen and parchment. I will have to write to my brother, the Prince who lived. There is much we must speak about, it seems."

the extent to which my personas' bloodlines are intertwined horrifies me

The Countess of Mardon diligently submits an application. RP NAME: Matilda Fredericka Augusta Maria IGN: Axeluu/Montclair RESIDENCY / ESTATE: County of Mardon Are you an oathed knight of the Petrine Laurel?: Yes Have you been arrested under the law of Lex Pettres in the past 5 years?: No, and I never have.

THE POEMS Of Viviana Anastasia Regina Orenii @spicii To a woman often scorned and misunderstood, whose pure heart was damaged by the machinations of men. May your legacy be one of artistic excellence, and of personal fortitude, not what many have painted it to be. ATELOPHOBIA A swan glided grandiously aloft patinated papyrus. Tactfully did its tawny pinions unfurl sprightly Elegantly enveloping halcyon rivulets of jaded serenity. Like that of a beguiling ballet dancer to its Opulently crafted slipper. Poisonous. Her exemplary essence transmitted luminously. Obsessive, one may hypothesize. Betwixt its sugary semblance inside layers of rehearsed upon rehearsed fluctuations, A credulous cygnet lay tenderly ; undisturbed. OPHELIA Golden aspen leaves smother the ground. Blades of grass cut through the dense amber searching for warmth from the summer's lost sun. I stumble; head down, on a graveled path, beneath a high bridge of ominous branches musing if the handful of still flailing leaves will stem oozing blossom from the somber skyline. I lay callously upon a bleak river. Moth-eaten cattails trembling within the wind, And lotus circles struggling to stay afloat. I ponder, do they lament their fallen crowns? The sky reverse ; reverses gold for brown As brittle leaves resign, crumble and drown. I feel this landscape dying deep within me. A swan glides into my world of despair, and softly sings his sonorus song. I lightly descend into his ready reflection. Although of disparate form--we merge-- grappling with onerous thoughts, we yet slowly rotate to a hopeful perception-- a visible and radiating inner complexion. MANDATE CONSCIOUSNESS My being nothing more than a rouse, played by generations, collaboratively. With no winners, or losers. Or even such a tranquil ending. Nothing but a framework, built of dissembled ideology. My being nothing more than a piece of concept art How does one view me? Ephemeral and permanent at once. She is liquid smooth. And feel her touch is plump and brimful of life. THE PRINCESS ROYAL Her deep canvases, Unilluminated and Despondent - ultimately. Null of motherhood or solicitude. She ogles her kin, shattered did it display - notion of vacillation sentiment. Albeit the others don Vivid, brimmed of effervescent emity, deeper than the marine abyssal. Those such waves that crushed and compressed her, the tide ever so infinite. Within the bend where the ocean pooled and deepened. This time divergent, the pool one of red. Carmine, oozing blood. , . . Heretofore the Poems of Queen Vivienne of Oren, once mistress of the lands that Petra stands upon, will serve as cultural property and pride of the Commonwealth in perpetuity - shepherding the young minds of the Commonwealth into service oriented around intellect, philosophy, and chivalry for the Common Good of the Realm. . Patronized by the Office of Her Highness The Countess of Mardon Matilda Fredericka Augusta Maria

Matilda Fredericka, Countess of Mardon, loomed at the flank of a marble likeness of a man bygone, studying its facade - it was chipped, undone by time, yet the noble acknowledged its beauty. Upon tensing her shoulders, she thereafter moved towards the hearth. "There is so much to do, but this Edict seems to be one step towards to progress. What say you, Olenna?" @Sawona

AUDITION FROMAT: Username: Montclair Discord: montclair#0187 Character: Matilda Fredericka Desired Role(s): The Huntress.

The following applicants each received a letter in reply from the office of The Countess of Mardon, on the Regent's behalf, signaling the acceptance of their endeavor to qualify for the Senate esques.

THE OPENING OF NOMINATIONS 1st Election for the Senate Eques of the Commonweawlth 9th of Sigismund's End, 1885 By Order of the Regent: Nominations for membership in the Senate Eques of the Commonwealth are to be opened immediately to those members of the Sovereign Order of the Petrine Laurel who wish to put their names forward. In order to qualify for election under the Constitution of our Republic, candidates for the Senate Eques must meet the following criteria: 1. Be an oathed member of the Sovereign Order of the Petrine Laurel 2. Be an adult citizen of the Commonwealth 3. Be in good legal standing with the law of the Commonwealth Nominations will close in exactly Four Saint’s Days from the issuing of this proclamation. The election for the Senate Eques shall be held One Saint’s Day following the closure of the nominating process. To apply, candidates must tender a completed version of the following application to the office of the Countess of Mardon. APPLICATION Provided that all of the proper qualifications are met and are consistent with Commonwealth records, the Countess will respond to each applicant to either affirm or deny the acceptance of their candidacy. The five candidates which achieve the greatest number of votes shall be admitted to the Senate Eques in order to govern in the name of the people of the Commonwealth, with all the rights and privileges therein. Paul Salvian Temesch et Moere, Regent of the Commonwealth OOC:

The cousin of Sebastien, The Princess Royal of Oren Maude Fredericka, had grown without the presence of her parents. Although there in circumstance, in name, her youth had been characterized by an expected solitude that was shared among those of the royal and noble class. The young adolescent often loomed in her sitting room, accompanied by one tutor, instructor, or another - perhaps even in the company of an instrument of her journal. It was all she had known, and for Her Highness, it was plenty. One evening, however, her kith had crossed her mind - the nephew of her mother, Queen Vivienne, a child of long-forgotten Savoy, much like Sebastien was, whose internal turmoil had driven her to inpenetrable melancholia. She remembered their sole interaction in the years bygone and how he had since faded into obscurity. A dynastic prince, whose legacy - once encumbered by gilded luxury and triumph had since dwindled. The burden of a Crown had plagued Maude for the entirety of her short life, she who was born in the midst of simultaneous loss and gain, and she who would not directly bear such a burden but would be obliged to observe its toll on those she had affection for. Here was Sebastien, another aethling who had lived the very same. That evening, the Novellen wrote to him and asked how he fared. It was a telling enough gesture, a reminder of their fractured family, ever distant, and ever troubled.

"I hath ne'er seen such work, how resplendent.. It hath been so splendidly constructed by the genteel stroke of this Lord Aldersburg's quill," drawled the humble peasant and Mardonic baker, Heloise Pontmercy.

"Aunt Catherine is always so insightful... Perhaps I should ask for her to sit down. I feel Frederick and I might learn much from her the truths of the world, and how we might lead with unity, by example, rather than through fear," The newly teenaged Maude, Princess Royal commented amidst her ponderings to her dear friend, Mariana.

I've been playing on this server for just over four years now. While a lot has changed for the better, at least publically, there are still more clandestine forums in which nasty behavior and toxic behavior thrive. Unfortunately, as many others have said, it's impossible to regulate the behaviors and toxic environments that manifest outside of the server itself. I do think, however, it's important for community leaders to set a positive example and promote inclusivity. While it's true that this is a sect of the internet, which is an inherently dark place, it doesn't mean we have to treat the issue of discrimination on this platform as one that is out of our hands. It's honestly disheartening that obtuse mentalities still exist in this day and age but just know, ydegirl, that you - and other minorities on this server - aren't alone! We have to work together as a community to protect ourselves and uplift those that are struggling with others' adversity

What's your favorite niche of RP? It's hard to choose! I'd say my top two, out of the various "niches" of rp I've encountered, would have to be those that involve political intrigue and grimdark and cultish rp. I know, they're both entirely different, but they share a commonality - the excitement of never knowing what's to come. I consider myself a thrill seeker and there's something utterly exciting about the interactions between characters who are all driving to succeed, and how sometimes competition and in-character politiking is necessary to get there, as well as having your character uncover a dark and sinister secret of their world - and whether or not they'll choose to avoid it or become indoctrinated by it... Who is someone you admire or look up to on LOTC, whether or not they play anymore? Goodness, there are just so many people in this server that have impacted me in so many ways. I'd hate to signal out a few among them because the players on this server have impacted me in so many different ways. Nonetheless, I'll mention a few that have touched my heart more dearly: @Trinn: This girl right here, just barely older than me, took me under her wing and made me into her friend. She's such a talented artist but an event better person - with a huge heart and an impeccable sense of humor. Glad to be playing her older sis now... @JuliusAakerlund: I consider Julius to be a parent to me on this server in a lot of ways. Although we don't speak as often anymore, as our time on this server has driven us in different directions, I'm still very fond of him and grateful for the lessons he imparted on me when I was just a young, new player in 2018 and he was NL of Hanseti-Ruska. Thank you for your compassion and sage advice! @Ivoreyy : Ivory!!! Although she doesn't play anymore, I consistently annoy this girl with snapchats and she does the same. Despite being half a world away, she's one of my dearest friends. I admire her so much for her work-ethic, her artistic talent, and her positive mindset, as I'm sure many of the players on this server do. @Eryane : Eryane has undoubtedly been one of the greatest and most insightful people I've met on this server. She's been faced with so many challenges, has overcome them, and is now THRIVING (which I am so proud of her for). I know you're reading this mf, take me with you to Eastern Europe next time. @Nectorist: Nectorist is that friend you can always have a laugh with but he's also incredible thoughtful and supportive - not to mention incredibly dedicated and intelligent. I've known him since I was a noob and I think we can both agree we've changed for the better since then. @Dasdi: While our friendship has undergone its tribulations and rocky moments, I think all that was necessary in order to strengthen the friendship we have now. Dasdi is among the most supportive, kind-hearted, and loyal people out there and I'm so fortunate to count him among my friends - not to mention a bomb ass builder AND skinner. Cute, talented, and sweet? A triple threat. @amyselia: Yet another player that I've known since the get-go, amy and i go way back. We've been through a lot together and apart, we know that entirely, but I just have to say that this girl is not only a talented writer, skinner, artist, etc. but also a very insightful and hardworking individual with so much to offer. @LionhzThe Kang of Oren himself. I knew this guy when he was a Norland shill ages ago and never thought we'd be friends but we've both come very far and since then, he and i have experienced some cool ass moments on the server together. He's kind-hearted and driven - traits I admire very much in my friends. @venclair : I can say so much about this girl - talented, generous, and beautiful inside and out. She's like a little sister to me, having known her for upwards of six years. I have sm love for her she's basically my little sister!!! Despite being younger than I am, she inspires me each day to be better and not make stupid decisions in my personal life. Thank you, venny. @JoanOfArc : Absolutely a chad. I'm thankful for this guy's friendship. Although we aren't as prone to converse anymore, I've shared some unforgettable times on here with Julius. He's a pillar of support and warmth. In addition, there are just so many more. For the sake of not repeating myself, I'll be tagging some others that have made my tenure on this server memorable: @ncarr @Publius @Lhindir_ @Tigergiri @Cepheid @Jtit @Khan @LithiumSedai @Monkee @Chennster@Emenzi@Burnsider @MadOne@Spicii@AndrewTech@Koanda @Papy @Alexi_ What's your most memorable RP encounter? As a middle-aged individual by LOTC terms, I've experienced a considerable amount of fun experiences on here. First, when I was a newer player, as a peasant, meeting other players for the first time and being filled to the brim with excitement, then as a variety of nobles heeding or participating in the intrigues of court, and on some occasions as mystical creatures. I'll say though one series of exchange really sticks out to me. When the scythling cults had first begun to plague Haense, and my character Milena's son was taken, and she rode into battle to retrieve him alongside her husband King Andrik III before being captured with marinaemily's character Vespira. After being rescued, there was a large shift in her development and I think it set the tone for the remainder of her life which - while controversial, I did manage to enjoy. Another LOTC experience that I consider memorable would be between my and Lhindir's character. It was among the most difficult relationships that I have ever had to rp, taxing emotionally, but it provided an incredible narrative I still reminisce fondly on to this day. Why do you enjoy the current community you play in? I enjoy the community I play in because it's comprised of dear, age-old friends but also newer players who are filled to the brim with passion and potential. It's a treat watching young and old on this server come together and create something as beautiful as the Orenian playerbase. I'm thankful to have found a home there. How has LOTC grown and developed since you first started playing? Sooo much change has occurred, it's crazy! So many different settlements and niches have emerged since I was new. There's a more inclusive environment on the server, and I suppose that comes with the magnitude of growth the playerbase size has experienced throughout recent years. There's also a lot of contuinity, though - you see similar faces and similar nations, with their values and in-character cultures largely in-tact. It's been beautiful seeing the change occur right before my eyes. Why do you play LOTC? I can say with certainty that it's because I enjoy a storyline. However, I think after my current characters, my time on here will be coming to an end. The world has so offer so much and I'd like to see it, unabridged by a beautiful but ultimately virtual world. However, this server, along with the memories and friends I've made on here, will always be in my heart.

"Haters will say this was revisionist," harrumphed one Heloise Pontmercy, a humble farm woman from the Darkwold of Mardon.

"What a fascinating study hidden with layered truths. I look forward to reading more from His Highness and the young lord," pondered Heloise Pontmercy, a humble and buxom farmer, and occasional baker, from the forested County of Mardon.

Here's my unbiased answer for you, my Catalan friend: Tenerife (I'm from Tenerife) 1) What a question! To be entirely honest, plenty! I feel as though I could have developed and explored her character a lot more. Starting her off at 17 and finishing her at 32 obviously hindered my understanding of her as a character so a lot about her identity entailed being a matronly servant to the nation. She progressed wonderfully in the sense that she always retained her humility and loyalty to her country, even until her death. On an OOC note, I wish I would have been a more involved leader. Initially, I was resigned to leave most of the leading to my co-ruler because of my real life commitments and instead assumed a more symbolic role as a sovereign. By the time I fully adopted the role of sole NL, we had lost a lot of the momentum acquired after the revolution. I regret not being more active to this day, as I was during other occasions in which I've had the pleasure of being in a leadership role, because then Sutica might have taken more steps towards fulfilling the vision you and I had for it. Leading until a more matured age might have been satisfying, too. 2) I'm incredibly happy to have you back! With the Orenian Queen being a cousin to the Alstreims, there's no place (besides Savoy) that they should rather be in! I think the Alstreims are a solid bunch that will only add in diversifying and bettering the Orenian playerbase. ... And I'm not just saying this because I played one. 3) Is Calliope looking for a husband..?

Hi, It's been a second! I'm writing this from my airbnb along the coast of Spain (which I'm absolutely in love with). Although my four year anniversary passed a little bit ago, I thought creating this thread sometime between it and my birthday would be fitting. Feel free to ask me anything you'd like, LOTC-related or otherwise. Much love!

The Knight-Commander of the Church of Exalted Owyn, Helena Augusta, welcomed the clergyman into the heavens with open arms. "You are at peace now. Golly, Philip, we have been expecting you.."

now that's a good amendment.. +1 Glad to see this boat movin' again

The Princess of Savoy looks to The Lady Chancellor, wistfully and with unspoken hunger behind her eyes... @Cepheid

Queen Johanna I of Sutica rejoices in the company of the High Vicar, once Cardinal, that had crowned her, her husband, and her daughter’s husband years ago. To this late monarch, Everard - or Yaromir as she knew him - was more than a figure of controversy and fortunately had passed before he was shrouded by it; he was a friend and guide. In modest remembrance of he and of her brother, the Saint-Prince Ottomar, Lina Johanna bowed her head with respect to the late Pontiff as he triumphantly entered the Seven Skies.

The Princess of Savoy, Katharina, had spoken to the Lord Palatine and the Duke of Akovia some time ago and recognized them to be wonderful men of good nature. Queen Emma herself, being a dear friend, was too recognized by the Barclay scion as a pillar of Haeseni excellence. Despite the climactic difference between these two nations, they held a common interest unbreakable by even geography - GOD. She would hope this friendship would be enjoyed by citizens of the Northern and Sovereign realms.