Nooblius

Grand King Norli Starbreaker smiles proudly knowing that his Prisoner of War Trade-School is the best in all Almaris, and that unlike certain ministries, the Legion of Urguan doesn't need to force people to write letters.

I think characters who redefine history forever are Lords of the Craft. Characters that define their culture, create forever lasting traditions. Under that basis, I nominate for the dwarves Thorik Grandaxe(made name Grand Kingdom, although not all of its systems. major player in writing brathmordakin tho), Thorin Grandaxe(father of the Grand Kingdom and Urguan's biggest empire), Valen Grandaxe(father of dwarven lore), and then Kerwyr and Zahrer together, as the whole ulrah/arcadian rivalry was like a major source of dwarven political RP and chaos for a long time. I'm not super familiar with other nations lores to pin point it, but very likely Mog's characters who all were very influential in their respective cultures could be nominated.

ON SLANDER AND DECEPTION We regret to announce that the Kingdom of Oren has publicly attempted to slander Urguan’s folk and deceive the descendant races of their true intentions. The Grand Kingdom of Urguan and its people, however, do not subscribe to the same ideology of our Northern neighbors. We do not operate in the shadows or needlessly slander, we simply state the facts as told to us. The Orenian Government claims we have antagonized them and attempted to manufacture discontent, yet we have shown no aggression to them until our grudge only stone days ago. In terms of manufacturing discontent, we remind our brother descendents that Oren is the one who fortified their border with us- which not even in our grudge have we done- and who in the early years of this realm demanded ISA patrols to be permitted in Urguan. The Orenian Government claims that their “settlement” of our mountains was instead the settlement of unclaimed lands, yet covered up the dwarven ruins on which Sedan was built, as revealed to us by the Joannes family testimony. The Orenian Government claims to want to preserve diplomatic relations with our nation, yet has ignored Urguani attempts at diplomacy and has made it clear they refuse to compromise, and urges Urguan’s allies against cooperation with Urguan. The Orenian Government claims that we are driven by greed and pride in our demands for our rightful lands to be returned to us, yet we had offered direct payment for the lands to be returned during the previous Orenian regime in our initial interactions, it is only the lack of communication that has driven us to anger and to demand further recompense fairly such as apologies or tributes. The Orenian Government denounces our ‘practice of public humiliation’, yet seems to forget their vast history of genocide, humiliation, forced subjugation, unlawful detainment, and religious persecution, whilst they currently slander the good name of the Grand Kingdom without any attempt at settlement, despite Urguan giving Oren multiple chances of diplomacy and communication. The Orenian Government claims that this aggression comes simply from an ‘anti-Orenian’ mindset, yet all Urguan’s folk wish for is to be treated with respect and not belittled, to be given what is theirs by birthright, to only be treated with an 'anti-Accord' mindset. The Orenian Government claims the canonist faith preaches peace, yet we recently recall a blind Norlander getting beaten to his knees by the ISA to kneel before a group of nuns he could not even see before him. The Kingdom of Oren can attempt to hide their true colors behind pen and paper, yet both the khazadmar and their brother descendant races know that history repeats itself. Oren never changes, a powdered wig cannot hide a forked tongue. Say what you will about aggression, John Charles, but the dwarves are nothing but fair. Your time to conduct diplomacy and prevent war is running out, already the north mobilizes. Swallow your pride. Grand King of Urguan, Elder of Clan Starbreaker, Father of the Articles, Herald of Khaz’A’Dentrumm Lord Chancellor of Urguan, Elder of Clan Frostbeard, Master of the Order of Remembrance, Protector of Remembrance

Grand King Norli Starbreaker is utterly amazed at the complexity and genius embedded into the Halfling's Charter, and immediately writes to his secretary Azkel Frostbeard. "By the seven, we've done it all wrong. Start a new draft for the sole Article of Urguan immediately based off of the attached charter."

Somewhere in a world beyond mortal comprehension, in Khaz'A'Dentrumm a certain cave dwarf smiles that his refusal to compromise with an Anvilaxe had led to a series of events that inevitably freed the clan from mountain dwarf hands and into Golden ones. "Stay toasty fer meh Hekkaes, for Vuur'Dor shall be far colder."

Grand King Norli Starbreaker scowls on the Obsidian Throne as he reads the missive. gesturing his Lord Chancellor Azkel Frostbeard to take a read. "Den dey once again choose ta lie and slander, ta degrade and belittle da Grand Kingdom rather den seek compromise or communication. Wot arrogance and spite must plague John Charles fer him ta desperately hang onta da rightful property o' da khazadmar." He lets out a deep sigh, reclining against the sharp edges of the black glass seat. "Shame, I'd have want ta change history and have peace with Oren, but ets King es hell bent on war. Ef such es how he intends to act, well..."

Grand King Norli Starbreaker smiles as he watches the Vasoyevi caravan move for a final time to the lands to his East, and leaves a flower at the Shrine of Lady Anbella along with a hope that the Hearth Mother would guide his new friends to find their own hearth to last generations.

“He laid his sight on a mighty mountain, with a teeming forest and deep cavern below it, and pulled from its heart a shining jewel. It was ornate and sturdy, and YEMEKAR then forged it into form, and it became Urguan.” [Music] ᚾᚨᚱᚺ-ᛞᚨ-ᚾᚨᚴᚺᚢᛗ'ᚢᚱ-ᛞᚨ-ᛟᚱᚡᚢᛚ-ᚾᚨᚴᚺᛁᛗᛁᚱᚨᛉ=ᛖ-ᛒᚨᚴ’ᛞᚨᛗᛗᚨᛉ GRUDGE OF GREEN MOUNTAINS ᛞᚨ-ᛒᚨᚴ’ᛞᚨᛗᛗᚨᛉ-ᛖᚱᛟᚾ-ᛞᚨ-ᚷᚱᛟᛒ-ᚨᚷᚾᚨᚱᛗᚨᚱ Ever since the great beginning of dwarfdom when Lord Yemekar forged the first dwedohin from the heart of a mountain, the bearded children of Urguan have always been bound to the great feats of natural creation, the mountains. It is not just a choice or preference, but a deeply ingrained obligation and birthright for the dwarves. Yet to seek balance in Yemekar’s Creation, the dwarves have never pressed their claims to all mountains but only those that which they would directly settle, and such has been the topic of a wide history of treaties with Urguan and its neighbors- the mountain ranges settled by dwarves shall not be desecrated by foreign powers. Despite this, Urguan faces a northern problem, its neighbor the Kingdom of Oren refuses to recognize this historic precedent and settles on mountains in which dwarves are established, and when confronted on such does not recognize its own misdoings and ignores every chance of compromise or negotiation, and even fortifies and raises a fort. It is clear to me and all of the khazadmar the true intentions of our northern neighbor- Oren seeks nothing more than to spite us, but the Grand Kingdom of Urguan shall not so easily be belittled and robbed without a final say. To that end on behalf of the Grand Kingdom of Urguan, the entirety of Dwarfdom, the Brathmordakin, the Paragons, and all honored ancestors, I declare a Grand Grudge against the Kingdom of Oren: FOR the plundering of the White Mountains of Arcas, territory that had been recognized officially by Oren as Urguani, looting it of its rare minerals with ISA patrols and NEVER apologizing for this wrongdoing, SHALL the Kingdom of Oren vow to never interfere with dwarven mining operations ever again. FOR the unjust settlement of the northern Green Mountains, ignoring dwarven claims and settling villages in rightfully dwarven lands with no warning to Urguan nor negotiation, SHALL the Kingdom of Oren surrender the territory to Urguan and vow to recognize all dwarven land claims in Almaris. FOR defiling said stolen lands by constructing a fortress of Oren on its peak, and raising a black monolith of Azdromoth, an affront to Yemekar in his own domain, SHALL the Kingdom of Oren construct on the northernmost Orenian mountain peak a statue of Paragon Urguan Silverbeard. FOR holding to their pride and never once acknowledging wrongdoing or disrespect done in these treachories, and for refusing to make any concessions to Urguan and ignoring diplomacy, SHALL the King of Oren personally appear in the Hall of the Obsidian Throne and issue a formal apology before a Grand Assembly of Urguan. FOR worst of all, taking the greatest chance of peace with dwarves, and spoiling it with arrogance and stubbornness, and moving the steady and sympathetic hand of Grand King Norli Starbreaker to aggression and vengeance, SHALL the Kingdom of Oren vow to never again aggress on Urguan’s Folk in the Realm of Almaris and make peace with their allies. SHOULD the Kingdom of Oren ever seek peace with Urguan’s Folk and their honored allies, each of these demands MUST be fulfilled in totality without compromise. SHOULD the Grand Kingdom of Urguan be forced into severe action, greater consequences and demands WILL follow for the wrongdoers. ULRO VELERAK ERON KHAZ’A’DENTRUMM Narvak oz Urguan, Narvak oz Brathmordakin. On the next page, the parchment of the book appears to glow red with the sheer number of names written in blood, crowning them all at the top a message from the dwarven monarch: On behalf of the Obsidian Throne and All Urguan’s Folk,

[Music] A sequence of runes illuminate the main chamber of the Colossus Golem, as the dwarves stood gathered round, faces plastered with expressions of awe as the runic lexicon hummed to life, and Tyvald Kornazkarrum entered the room as an apparition. He appeared forged not from flesh nor stone, but of runic light, animated with life by forgotten spells. The figure started speaking, its voice a metallic mimicry of the Runelord, an echo reverberating throughout the hollow chamber of the runic behemoth for all the khazadmar to hear as it told the tale of the fallen behemoth. The expedition of modern Urguani dwarves huddled in the heart of the Colossus remained stunned at what they had witnessed, a marvel of lost runic engineering unseen for a century. For this purpose as they searched the chambers and returned to their camp, Grand King Norli Starbreaker hesitated and paused on the ridge of a dune, gazing at the great Colossus encased in sand. He beckoned to Yemekar’s Pick, Dorimnur Goldhand, and gestured to the ground, mumbling a simple order. “We have work to do.” ᚾᚨᚱᚺ-ᛞᚨ-ᚾᚨᚴᚺᚢᛗ'ᚢᚱ-ᛞᚨ-ᛟᚱᚡᚢᛚ-ᚾᚨᚴᚺᛁᛗᛁᚱᚨᛉ MANDATE OF EXCAVATION ᚡᛖᛚᛖᚱᚨᚴ ᛖᚱᛟᚾ ᚾᚨᛞᚱᚨ'ᚢᚱ'ᛗᚢᚷᛞᛟᚱ Centuries ago after the initial victory over Ondnarch, Terror of the North, by King Barradin Silverbeard, there was a great sum of khazadmar who left Khaz’Urguan known as the Dervas, and settled into far away lands. After the Great Collapse and Blood Age spurred by the Ironborn dynasty, most of ancient dwarven traditions have been lost to history, yet on rare occasions it is the encounters with Dervas relics that give us sight into much of lost dwarven lore. We have recently been privileged and blessed by the holy hosts of Khaz’A’Dentrumm, the Brathmordakin and their Paragons, as they have guided us into another chance encounter with the relics of the Dervas. In the Dry Sea to the far south, buried beneath the dunes is a great stone behemoth, a Colossus Golem whose shadow holds the chance of many lost treasures and lore of our people. This is the opportunity offered rarely in our history, and it is imperative even with the other trials and grudges that Urguan faces that we do not forget to properly investigate and seize the immense blessings offered to us. FOR THAT PURPOSE, as Grand King of Urguan’s Folk I declare an official objective of the dwarven people to excavate the ruins of the great Colossus Golem and retrieve whatever clues that can be found for the purpose of furthering the culture of Urguan’s Folk. For this purpose, all treasures found are officially declared as the inheritance of all Urguan, no single clan nor guild may plunder for their own, and at the completion of our excavation by Council vote we shall redistribute relics to appropriate guilds and clans. NARVAK OZ URGUAN, NARVAK OZ KHAZ’A’DENTRUMM [OOC:] The next major event in the core dwarven eventline shall take place Sunday 2nd May @ 4pm EST for all of Urguan to participate in. In between now and then, there may be occasional opportunities for roleplay related to the eventline.

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noobman was right about you

add me to F tier, or anything worse.

mama mia! here we go again

Grand King Norli Starbreaker's beard shivers as he reads a copy of the Highlander king's resignation. "An honorable friend and ally, I knew you long before I was king when you came to dwarven lands to master your crafts. An accute sense o' wisdom, among many other traits, were chief among Halvar's vast capabilities. I lament ta see his reign end, but hopeful ta see wot follows." The King is Resigned, Long Live the King.

I asked Heero to play his dwarf about 4 months ago and I'm still waiting. I'm disappointed, frankly put.

lunarite 2 electric boogaloo

Grand King Norli Starbreaker cackles like the mad man he is. "Yes."

The Grand King of Urguan laments the cruel treatment of anyone under five foot.

The Grand King of Urguan labors in his personal forge and offers a prayer of gratitude towards Lord Dungrimm, God of Battle and Death regarding the recent events in Oren. "Next toime ye should give meh mah damn mountains," he grumbles as he swings down his hammer a final time, then sets it down lifts the blade to inspect for imperfections or error. This one would have to be perfect if it is to be a suitable gift for the victor of what was inevitable to follow.

PACT OF STONE AND SEA Throughout history, the great people of Urguan and Haelun’or have rarely stood on the same side, with their few meetings being conducted on the battlefield behind warring allies. Despite past conflicts, the Grand Kingdom and the Silver State have mended past grudges and have forged a new bond to ensure peace and prosperity in their shared lands. May this vow bring the two signatory parties closer in friendship for years to come. SECTION I: RECOGNITION OF SOVEREIGNTY The Grand Kingdom of Urguan and Silver State of Haelun’or, hereafter referred to as “the signatories”, pledge mutual recognition of sovereignty and agree: THAT the rule, laws, and powers of each signatory shall be fully respected by the other. THAT the signatories recognize the Grand King and Sohaer as the rightful leaders of their respective nations. THAT as sovereigns of the respective nations, only the authorities of the signatories may oversee trials for crimes of their own people. THAT if a signatory’s sovereignty is threatened, their fellow signatory may have the option to come to assistance, economically or militarily, to the other. SECTION II: PEACE NON AGGRESSION The signatories declare that any individuals affiliated with their nation, militaries, or clans/houses shall not engage in hostile or combative action against the other signatory. If such actions do occur, both signatories agree to deal with said problems through diplomacy. THE signatories hereby officially enter into a pact of non-aggression. THE signatories shall avoid conflicts that could potentially put them at odds with one another. THE signatories and their residents shall be protected whilst in one another’s lands. THE signatories agree that any attacks by third-party groups with no affiliation to them shall not be a breach of non-aggression. SECTION III: TRADE & INFRASTRUCTURE The signatories agree that a pact of free-trade shall begin between both parties, with each agreeing: THAT nation-affiliated merchants shall be allowed to trade in the other signatory’s nation without unnecessary tax or harassment. THAT each signatory shall receive one untaxed stall to sell whatever goods they see fit, so long as they do not break said nation’s laws. THAT each signatory shall allow individuals of the other’s nation access to their mines upon request. THAT a ferry between the two nations shall be constructed to better connect the signatories and their people. Shall these oaths sworn to each other be renewed by two decades’ time else expire. At expiration, both signatories vow to a peaceful transition towards mutual neutrality. Othelu Orrar, Sohaer of Haelun’or and Liege of the Protectorate of Blazengard, in accordance with the Silver Council of Haelun’or and will of the High Elven people Grand King of Urguan, Elder of Clan Starbreaker, Father of the Articles, Herald of Khaz’A’Dentrumm Azkel Frostbeard, Lord Chancellor of Urguan, Elder of Clan Frostbeard, Master of the Order of Remembrance

do a barber's post next, i need buns in my hair stat

Grand King Norli Starbreaker is utterly shocked at the suppression of Democracy in Providence.

THE GRAND FEAST OF OMITHIEL Blessed are we to have had such masterful Grand Architects like Derek Irongrinder and Balek Irongut! Never does a day go by where the Dwed do not feel pride in their kin when they gaze upon the splendor of their city! The members of the Grand Council of the Grand Kingdom of Urguan now look once again to their people to select the best possible Grand Architect to take the place of their esteemed predecessors. In but a few stone days, we will ask any competitors interested in participating in such a competition to submit a design proposal to the Grand King. This design proposal needs to be within 30x30 meters detailing a basic traditional dwarven house, mimicking the style of Kal’Darakaan. The Grand King will examine each proposal and make a verdict after seeing them. We shall hold then a feast of the great architect, Paragon Omithiel Strongbrow so that his blessings may fall upon us in the selection of the honored Balek Irongut’s successor. In addition to the competition, a raffle shall be held for all feast goers to participate in. For the price of 10 karzul (50 minas), one can enter for the opportunity to win a small private estate in the mountains of the winning design built for free, and exempt from any and all taxation for four years. [OOC: February 7, 4 PM EST. Please build a Dwarven home that is within 30x30 blocks on a server of your choice and submit a screenshot as your “design proposal”.] Sign Up Sheet Name: Race: Are you entering the Raffle?: Are you entering the Competition?: [OOC:] Username: Discord:

The Grand King of Urguan, former High Prophet of da Kirkja Dverga, carefully lights a cigar as he reads the news. "Who would win? An "empire" or some "necromancers"?"