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Petra-Númendil Alliance Issued 4th of Snow’s Maiden, 1998 FOREWORD I observe a similar upbringing which reared the traditions found in both the Petra and the Númenaranyë. The traditions I refer to are that of a devotion to chivalry, a true faith in the Priesthood, and a hatred of tyranny. I believe these to have come from these circles’ shared origins in the collapsing Kingdom of Oren. Present to that period was a direct witness to a failed state which had in its prime chosen to cannibalize its own culture to bring greater power to the centralized ‘empire’ of a single city. Chivalry was a mockery, and knightship was handed out not to the diligent, but for the sake of fostering connections or rewarding roles in schemes. The clergy were respected only insofar as they legitimized the emperor who was offered more devotion than the Creator. Vassals were often mere estates for the entertainment of the elite, and had little role in offering levy or resource to the goals of the crown. All of this fundamentally lifted up the greatness of that imperial city, similar to how Harren had lifted up the once holy city Alduun, only to condemn it to collapse once its rotted roots finally gave in to the sheer weight of the sin. All of this to say, things were not well in the cradle which reared the founders of the signatories. This was readily observable to both, despite their vastly different stations in life as one was a well connected and highly born of imperial Novellen blood, and the other a hedgeknight who immigrated from pagan lands lowborn of an unnamed house and little known father. Yet despite this difference, and perhaps more striking because of it, the traditions which stem from both men fostered principled communities which now in shared vision meet together to dedicate their swords to another for the glory of GOD and the good of the realm. - Antonius of Númenost Friendship is good. ☺ - Adalia of the Petra, who by far more succinct words had communicated a deeper meaning than Antonius could hope to in all his days. ARTICLE I – THE RIVERPACT So Godfrey called upon the goodly families of that land, and he settled them in fertile valleys and in open plains, and gave them the bounty of the Lord. And they took up arms and armor, and went into the petty kingdoms and defended the virtuous. Revelations of the Exalted Godfrey, the Book of Godfrey, Verses 31-32. Always have the tribes of Horen been many, and only the foolish think that they were one in any time except under the first gathering under Horen himself. The virtue of unity has always been predicated on trust, and it was the sin of Owyn, Godfrey, Sigismund and many other leaders where they had failed to command by their own virtues, but instead by violent vice. The unity which yields strength is always a fruit of the cooperation of friends engaging with another for a united vision of principles. The Exilic Kingdom of Númendil and the Commonwealth of Petra, herein this article referred to as the Riverpact, enter into a firm alliance dedicated to their shared regional interests, mutual principles, and common friendship between not only their Royal Houses but their peoples. I. The Tar of Númenost shall be the recognized sovereign over the southern midlands and surrounding territories of the Númenaranyë. The Queen of the Petra shall be the recognized sovereign over the meadowlands and central river system. A map shall be included herein with demarcations. II. The Riverpact shall see infrastructure improved between their lands for the sake of their peoples and also travelers, starting with a monument arch at the main border road honoring the way into the next realm. III. Any issues which arise shall be brought to the other monarch, so in faith and friendship one may resolve so that trust is kept between the peoples of the Riverpact. IV. The Riverpact commits to engage in both trade and cultural exchange for the fostering of prosperity in the realm, and to develop a cohesive vision for the region between the gatherings of both the Garmont Assembly and the White Court. ARTICLE II – THE FLAMING SWORD At once the darkness was cast out by a sword ablaze, and there GOD spoke to Owyn. “You stand before me in the waters of Gamesh, Owyn, Son of Godwin, Son of Horen. Your people cry out for justice and purity. Take hold of this blade, a symbol of holiness, and by it you shall cleanse mankind of sin.” Revelations of the Exalted Godfrey, the Book of Owyn, Verses 21-24. It was Horen who had wielded the Sword in former times, brandishing it as he led his brothers and all the righteous hosts of the First Days against Iblees and the thralls of Ruin. The Sword has always been a symbol of the Quest of Horen to drive out the darkness of iniquity and sin, and it has fostered an ordered desire in the hearts of all chivalric children of Horen to grasp at the hilt and wield as Owyn did in former times the Flaming Sword for the glory of that which is Good. The Exilic Kingdom of Númendil and the Commonwealth of Petra, herein this article referred to as the Flaming Sword, enter into a joint military command dedicated to the protection of their realm, the defense of the righteous, and consecrated in service to the Temple. I. The Flaming Sword enter into full military alliance, wherein their armies shall commit to march in unison.The Flaming Sword shall not enter into war without the assent of both sovereigns, nor commit to any campaigns without joint permission of the Sovereigns. II. The Flaming Sword shall be two distinct armies which are unified by a joint command to preside over warfare, training, and organization of munitions. No uniform, codex, or anything not enumerated in this treaty shall be imposed on the two armies. III. The Flaming Sword’s joint command shall be led by a War Council composed of the senior serjeants of both armies, their commanders, the highest ranked knight of each nation and its elected head. IV. The elected head of the Flaming Sword shall be ceremonially dubbed the Sword of Owyn, who shall be entrusted with the leadership of the joint command and the training of its capabilities to defend itself and the True Faith. V. An attack on the sovereignty of one member of the Flaming Sword shall be considered an attack on both. Territorial outposts shall be set up across the territories of the Flaming Sword with depots and traps for the proper defense of the borders from bandits and enemy armies. VI. The Flaming Sword shall be always consecrated in the service of the faith, and automatically entrusted to serve and defend the Church against any who would move against it at the summons of the High Priest. TO BE HONORED HEREAFTER, EXPIRED AND PROMPTED FOR RENEWAL UPON THE CONCLUSION OF TAR-CARANETH’S REIGN, OR THE CONCLUSION OF QUEEN ADALIA OF THE PETRA’S REIGN. IN DEO SPERAMUS HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Adalia I “The Dawnmade”, By the grace of GOD, Queen of the Petra, Marquise de Val d’Estenou, Countess of Temesch, Torm Marian, and Moere, Viscountess of Mies, Baroness of Garmont, Vallagne-en-Petra, Eagles Peak, Brasca, Hrenthorne, and Resmore, Knight of the Petrine Laurel, Defender of Liberty HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë of the House Arthalionath, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of the Númenedain, Princess of Númenost and Minas Amath, Protector of the Adunians, Master of the Sharadûn, Templar Justiciar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, Anorhil Antonius Caranethion of the House Arthalionath, Crown Prince of Númenost, Seneschal of the Holy League, Captain of the Radiant Guard, Templar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, August ‘The Border Prince’ Valentin, Sword of Owyn

☺ In Western Lands (Sam's Song in Cirith Ungol) - Clamavi De Profundis High Priest of True Faith, Archbishop of Visigia, Successor of Clement and Evaristus, High Pontiff of the Church of the Canon, High Pontiff of the Church of True Faith, Keeper of the Canon, Missionary to Aeldin, High Servant to the Exalted’s Testaments, Humble Servant of the Faithful and Vicar of GOD does decree… EXALTED OWYN, PRAY FOR OUR SPIRIT SAINT POPE CAIUS PRIMUS, PRAY FOR OUR PURITY SAINT DANIEL OF AL’KHAZAR, PRAY FOR OUR PEACE THE CONFESSION OF DUNWEN Therefore the Thain of the Weefolk makes confession before all the scattered tribes; The Shiredom of Dunwen has done greatly wrong, in what it has done and failed to do. The simple and humble charism of childish innocence was denied by its own trusted leaders so that they may pursue instead politik and slander. The taking in of vassals, worse yet with no mind to what moral character these vassals have. The paving over of pastures and hills good for farming and burrowing, to instead place castles. The insulting and provocation of its neighbors then loud proclamation of its own meek standing, and otherwise attempts to manipulate the virtuous to protect them from consequence. The smearing against the dignity of persons of the Khanate by scrawlings in brazen libel. The failure to keep their lands clean of Ruin, and making friends with those enthralled to Ruin. The engagement in great political schemes and secretive meetings rather than trust in their own innocence. All in all; the Shiredom of Dunwen is hardly a shire any longer. Where one might expect to find rolling hills with gardens and hobbit-holes, one instead finds a coalition of leper-ridden castles with a small and dirtied shire at its center. TO RETURN TO THE SHIRE The Shiredom of Dunwen is abolished, and this is its final decree; to abstain forevermore from the political. The Halflings shall surrender their former land to the Crusade for Ritual Cleansing and begin an immediate exit. They shall pursue at their interests to move to found a new shire elsewhere in abandonment of their previous false idol of sovereignty. This need not be in any land controlled by the Church or its princes, but it must not be under the leadership of Cyris Collingwood, Mangolia Collingwood, or Rosllyn O’Applefoot, nor otherwise go against this decree 'lest it invites the same troubles. They shall never take on vassals again, for sake of keeping themselves clean of the political and perverse. They shall never engage in treaties or other political gambits again. Their trust of defense shall not fall in such shrewd plots such as these, but rather in their liege lord, and the goodwill of the virtuous to come and defend the redeemed childish innocent. I will not say the day is done Nor bid the stars farewell. IN NOMINE DEI HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, Anorhil Antonius Caranethion of the House Arthalionath, Crown Prince of Númenost, Seneschal of the True Faith, Captain of the Radiant Guard, Templar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm Mangolia Collingwood Holly Hornwood ❀

EXILIC DUMA OF THE ADRIANS For the Legacy of Adria and no other, For the Adrian Folk and no other, For the ways of Old and Virtue, For the Eagle and Crow. The Exilic Duma of the Adrians is the successor to a prestigious legacy of Adrian Dumacracy and the Ruskan tradition which it was founded upon. In the first Adrian dumas of Old the barons made council to support the first among them in leading the March of Adria, and later on the city leaders were added such as the marshal and the maer. As Adria became a great duchy and a prosperous trade hub, burghers and knights were brought into the ranks. The most famous dumas were held upon the banks of the Baltas river in Belvitz, and later on in Ves before the institution collapsed with foreigners flooding its ranks. In memory of this tradition, some Adrians began to call for great Dumapaloozas of the scattered Adrian families, though this institution later went on to be weaponized against the legacy of Adria and its folk. For this sake, the DUMAGEDDON doctrine was established so that a Exilic Duma of the Adrians may be promised to its folk, in recognition of the Church overseen Dumapalooza and negotiations between the Houses Barbanov and Sarkoz. https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/235966-the-dumageddon-doctrine/ The Adrian duma is an honored tradition among the people of Adria, serving two primary purposes—Firstly, it is by the duma that we elect our Duke when he passes away or steps down from the Ducal Throne. Secondly, the duma allows the townsfolk to present concerns and issues to the Duke, who in turn lends his ear to his people and seeks a solution which is then voted on by the members of the duma. Because not every hosting of the Exilic Duma of the Adrians is of equal importance or must have the full preparation of the most grandiose decisions, there are two forms by which it is summoned. A High Duma is the full summoning with public notice and forewarning for all electors to arrive at the home of the Adrians. There is a legal expectation for a High Duma to be a great festival by the Adrian folk for themselves and their friends, where the memory of Adria is celebrated. A Low Duma is a less formal call to meet among the Adrians, often summoned at the short notice of the Duke seeking approval for common but nonetheless important issues. By the High Duma, the direction of the Adrian folk is determined, but by the Low Duma it is governed day-to-day. NOBILITES ADRIATI; For those Adrians whose holdings are sworn in fealty to the Exilic Duma of the Adrians, born of high noble estimation with a proven blood-history tied to Adria; they are given the first votes to preserve the legacy of Adria and represent its major holdings. One cannot be a Noble Adrian without being subject to the Adrian duma and having a holding that contributes to the Adrian territory. I. The Exilic Duke of the Adrians, Markus Marie II. The Count of Aldersberg, Mateusz Marcin III. The Baron of Eulersburg, Stefan ‘the Sage’ IV. The Abbot of Owynswood, Vasyl Father Montfort V. The Baron of Madvon, Adelmar von Kanunsberg EQUITES ADRIATI; For those Adrians of chivalrous or wise vocation; to grant their votes in the duma as the voice of principled merit. Each Adrian of this rank is guaranteed a certain amount of land, according to the measure of their service to the Duma and Adrian Folk. I. Sir Markus Sarkozic II. Sir Rickard Vladov III. Sir Tutel Ritter IV. Doctor Fyodor Tuvyic V. Sir Vacslav Suzecz VI. Sir Aslan of Beznov VII. Alexios Bishop Arpad PATRICII ADRIATI; For those merchant class and skilled craftsfolk who are the backbone of the Adrian society, the voice of the prosperity of Beznov. Burghers are guaranteed facilities to promote the mercantile traditions of Adria free of tax, and are expected to keep heavy pockets of minas and hire Adrian laborers. I. Burgher Regina Bluecrest II. Burgher Tobiasz Sarkozic III. Burgher Stefan Euler CARRY ON, CARRION; CROWS ADRIATI; As it was from the Houses Vladov and Sarkoz that Adria was founded in the eastern edges of Athera, the cultural roots in which Adria was forged, even if it is not solely a Raevir folk, shall be recognized and all houses notable to Adrian history which have a distinguished bloodline traceable to the ancient House Karovic and immediately subject to the Exilic Duma of the Adrians shall be granted a vote. I. Sarkozic var Aldersberg II. Suzecz III. Vladov IV. Tuvyic CROWS PROPIUS; Those Lord Crows of the Houses Carrion with not only the blood ties to the founding houses of Sarkoz and Vladov, but historical connection to Adria, either as Dukes or as subjects to an Adrian duma. Each of them is afforded a vote in the Exilic Duma of the Adrians, though their votes are nullified in existential questions of Adria’s legacy. I. Sarkozic var Helena II. Ivanovich III. Barbanov IV. Kovachev V. Basrid var Susa VI. Rostova CROWS EXTERIUS; Those Houses Carrion with blood connections (though distant) to the founding of Adria and its numerous historical restorations, but have never directly been subject to any Adrian duma. Each of them is afforded a spectator seat in the Exilic Duma of the Adrians, and may as a whole commit a vote for the Crows Exterius, though their vote is nullified in existential questions of Adria’s legacy. I. Novellen II. Montalt III. Ruthern var Haense IV. Ruthern var Balian V. Ludovar

IN REGARDS TO MY DECLINING HEALTH My Fellow Adrians, Over the past sixty-six years, we have made great progress as a town. Today, Adria has the strongest economy in the world. We've made historic investments in rebuilding our Duma, in lowering potion costs for seniors, and in expanding affordable alchemy care to a record number of Adrians. We've provided critically needed housing to hundreds of refugee veterans exposed to toxic fallout from the Razing of Winburgh. Passed the first magic safety law in the midlands. And passed the most significant reforestation legislation in the history of Adria. Adrians have never been better positioned to lead than we are today. I know none of this could have been done without you, the Adrian folk. Together, we overcame a once in a century war and the worst economic crisis since the Mori Invasion. We've protected and preserved our Dumacracy, when the whole circle of the world had come crashing down to deprive it. We've revitalized and strengthened our image around the world, and for the first time perhaps ever are poised to prosper in peace without feud with either Savoyard or Haenseman. It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your Duke, both in the glory of prosperity and the disgrace of our exile. And while it has been my intention to serve until death, I believe it is in the best interest of my family and the Adrian people for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my final duties as Exilic Duke for the remainder of the year, so I may oversee the first Great Adrian Duma. I will speak to the Duma later this year in more detail about my decision. For now, let me express my deepest gratitude to all those who have worked so hard to see my reign endure. The support of our friends from across Aevos who despite having gone their separate ways, facing bribes and political pressure, have supported my vision for the Dumageddon for the sake of the Adrian people. I want to thank my beloved wife Oksana and my esteemed friend Stefan for being extraordinary partners in all my work, and all the squires and knights, families and friends who helped us along the way. And let me express my heartfelt appreciation to the Adrian folk for the faith and trust you have placed in me to save the Duma. It is no exaggeration to say we have forever served the legacy of Adria by restoring it to the families of Adrias, in Adria. I believe today what I always have: that there is nothing the Duma cannot do - when we Adrians do it together. Ultimately, it is my belief that the Adrians will find themselves taken care of well in the hands of a man who has spent a lifetime rebuilding, restoring and revitalizing the Duchy of Adria under myself and my predecessors, and whose family have been stalwart servants of the Adrian Dumas for a long time–Stefan Euler. With what energy reserved left in my withered bones, I fully endorse him to be my successor as Duke of the Adrians in Exile, and Lord of Beznov. As agreed upon by the DUMAGEDDON DOCTRINE of 1971 between Haense and the Adrians, I, Markus Marie Sarkozic, call upon the GREAT ADRIAN DUMA to elect my successor as Exilic Duke of the Adrians. Markus Marie Sarkozic Senior Citizen of Beznov

TO HIS NOT-SO-SERENE HIGHNESS, ARTURAS MIKLOS WHITEWOOD; Too little too late. You had let these issues fester for over a year without a word, and only withdraw after the first loss. You were not called to withdraw, and to host trials for your own wrongdoing; you were told to SURRENDER and REPENT, and you have doubled down on your actions since then by the sword. Do not pretend that you have been simple minded soldiers keeping their oaths; for you break them eagerly with the sting of defeat, and before had doubled down at every opportunity rather than admit the cause of the coalition was in the defense of the perverse pretending to be the defenseless. The defenseless do not harass the dignity of their neighbors, they do not tax darkspawn, they do not scheme to avoid consequence and they certainly do not send terrorists to attack civilians in churches. Your withdrawal shall be absolute surrender to his Holiness, so that he may see to the ritual cleansing of your land and the redemption of any of your tribe who have a shred of humility. Seneschal Antonius of Númenost

The Lady Emissar was indeed correct that it was not forgetfulness by which the Adunian prince didn't invite Haense to his wedding, for he had a keen memory; keen enough to recall when Haense had not only failed to invite Numendil to its personal functions such as coronations or royal weddings, but also excluded from a meeting in Lesanov which was written therein as the Nations of Canondom. A guardsman complains of this to Antonius, but the prince shook his head and rebuked, "Come now, let's not be petty. You were with me at the baptism, and Ilia entered Valdev with me at the pilgrimage. They are a nice enough people, going about their ways- inclined against sheep as they may be" he jokes, offering a smile. I just don't want Carrion Black at my wedding.

you should all be terrified this means priceflash has a new redeemable get out of jail free card

seneschal says "damn, rexkhan really rapped the mandate of heaven back into his hands. it's over hobbits, sorry"

The Seneschal smiles the sun's smile as news reaches his ear of the publishing. It was months of work aiding the Church in the inquiries, and he felt comfort in having helped his teacher Rebbe Callahan, now High Priest Ro'eh Tzon. "I am tempted to think no priest since Owyn has had the same level of vision as his Holiness- his love for his faith and his flock is deeper than you might ever realize," he advises his squire Authadan.

The Elder Sarkozic coughed blood into his hand. That had been the third time in the hour. Doctor Tuvyic said the medication would help, but Markus knew better. He sat on a chair upon Aldersberg, the lofty tower he had erected- and looked upon a drowsy Beznov, stirring from its slumber. Markus Marie Sarkozic, Exilic Duke of the Adrians, smiled the sun's smile as he watched his grandson ride through Beznov, and the Adrians which joined him for a new generation of quests.

Penned 14th of the Deep Cold, 1991 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVDOrlugfBI CRIMES AGAINST VIRTUE: §1. A person who utters or publishes blasphemy, or incites contempt of or sedition against the Church, has committed a crime. §12. A person who conspires or attempts to commit a breach of canon law has committed a crime. §13. A person who encourages or commands the breach of canon law has committed a crime. CRIMES AGAINST THE UNITY OF THE CHURCH §1. An unrepentant apostate, schismatic, or heretic incurs excommunication automatically. §5. A person who joins a group which plots against the Church incurs excommunication automatically. CRIMES AGAINST ECCLESIASTICAL AUTHORITY §1. A person who uses physical force against the High Pontiff incurs excommunication automatically. §4. A person who unjustly prevents a pastor from exercising their authorities or celebrating sacraments has committed a crime. §7. A person who disobeys the legitimate order of a superior has committed a crime. §10. A person who obstructs the justice of the Church has committed a crime. CRIMES AGAINST THE COVENANTS §1. A person who breaches or attempts to bring about a breach of the Covenants of the Exalted has committed a crime. §2. The Covenant of Instruction was sworn by Ex. Horen, swearing all humanity to instruct others in virtue. It shall be a breach of this covenant if the person intends to inhibit the instruction of virtue in itself. EXALTED OWYN, PRAY FOR US SAINT POPE DEUNORO, PRAY FOR US SAINT RHOSYN CARDINAL ALBAROSA, PRAY FOR US Foul rumors are spoken in the halls of Minas Aranath. Iblees has worked to place the Novellen King and a council of both Aaun and Balian at a secret chamber to conspire a Saulician plot; that the duly elected High Pontiff and his Curia is a traitor to the Peace of Man. That the very same who had brought peace in spite of the warmongering of bloodhounds are those who wish to subvert the world in war. That the very same who have advocated for reconciliation of the Heartlands are those who want to destroy them. That the very same who have suffered the hate of all Iblees’ agents across all factions for pursuing a genuine reconciliation, are those who break from the mission of the True Faith. Let it be no mistake; shadowed whispers of subverting the Temple of True Faith because it has disagreed with the very principalities and powers which bring Ruin to Man is absolute treason in faith. It is not treason to the person of the High Pontiff, but treason to the Kingdom of God to subvert an inconvenient penance. I. Fleeperus Primus and his Curia shall act to offer a path of penance to those who have acted in disgrace and sin, enacting both consequence and redemption to the repentant. II. The signatories swear their swords and the support of their states to the protection of the Temple and the True Faith. If the Temple calls for crusade, the signatories shall answer. III. If the principalities and powers continue to subvert the True Faith, any who are feudally obligated to corrupted lords are absolved of their oaths and offered absolute protection in the territories of the signatories. IV. All sovereigns of the realms of Man are called to offer their support to the Temple and True Faith, and sign onto the Holy League. V. This pact shall be considered complete once the disunity and disgrace is settled, with decree of the Temple and her Curia. VI. Anorhil Antonius Arthalion shall be Seneschal of the Holy League to administer the defense of the Temple of the True Faith. IN NOMINE DEI AILRED CARDINAL DRUZSTRA Auditor of the Tribunal of the Canonist Church, Knight of the Black Sepulchre and Keeper of the Ashen Urn of St. Pius. HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë of the House Arthalionath, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of the Númenedain, Princess of Númenost and Minas Amath, Protector of the Adunians, Master of the Sharadûn, Templar Justiciar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, Anorhil Antonius Caranethion of the House Arthalionath, Crown Prince of Númenost, Seneschal of the Holy League, Captain of the Radiant Guard, Templar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Adalia I “The Dawnmade”, By the grace of GOD, Queen of the Petra, Princess of Abrana, Marquise de Val d’Estenou, Countess of Temesch, Torm Marian, and Moere, Viscountess of Mies, Baroness of Garmont, Vallagne-en-Petra, Eagles Peak, Brasca, Hrenthorne, Resmore, and of the Phoenixspire, Knight of the Petrine Laurel, Defender of Liberty HIS HIGHNESS, Bo I, Sovereign of Ravenmire, Count of Ravenmire City, Protector of the Smallfolk & of the Far North,Patriarch of the House of Rostova ✠ HIS LORDSHIP, Tiberias van Aert of the Middenland, Protector of Grense, Duke of Blackvale, Baron of Pestilles, Captain of the Vrijkorps, Sworn warrior of the Archangel Michael HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, Charlie A. Alstion, Third of Her Name, Princess of Aaun, signing on behalf of her PRODIGAL BROTHER GODWIN, may he soon return to safety and sense in the arms of God. HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, LEON, Prince in Reinmar and of Minitz, Count of Neu Brandthof, Viscount of Tucay, Baron of Hussen and Boriënwald, Lord of Durres, High Chieftain of the Reinmaren, Warden of the Franklands and Ferdenwald HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, FREDERICA, Princess in Reinmar of Sutica, Countess of Freimark and Kretzen, Baroness of Madvon and Freising, Lady of Sankt Johannsburg, Wilheburg, Erwinsburg, Freiburg and Rozenfeld, Chieftess of the Reinmaren GODANI JEST WIELKI, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Marius III, by the Grace of Godan, King of Hanseti and Ruska, Grand Hetman of the Army, Hochmeister of the Marian Retinue, Prince of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Slesvik, Solvesborg, and Ulgaard, Duke of Carnatia, and Vanaheim, Margrave of Korstadt, Rothswald, and Vasiland, Count of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Markev, Nenzing, Siegrad, Torun, Toruv, Valdev, and Werdenburg, Viscount of Varna, Baron of Astfield, Buck, Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, and Rytsburg, Lord of the Westfolk, Protector and Lord of the Highlanders, etcetera. HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, Milena Anastasya, Lady Emissar of Hanseti-Ruska, Duchess-consort of Galahar, Kossaras of the Walton Order of the Unyielding

Anorhil Antonius remarked, "I hope this is not an accusation of METAMANCY against RIGHTEOUS FLEEPERS 01 and 03, who have done no wrong before God nor Man in their service to the White Court as Radiant Guardsmen. They were EXPLORING like the fleepers they were, looking for COOL EVENT BUILDS whilst Lucien or Lukas or whatever FREAKISHLY lied to them. If a draconic thrall dares insult their dignity I shall hang him from a tree. HE BETTER APOLOGIZE!!!1!!"

Anorhil Antonius lets out an exasperated sigh as a tumultuous peace conference which nearly failed finally yields fruit. His hand shakes from the frequency by which he had rewritten every line, and he lazily throws his inkwell off the table. "By a hair, was this peace known. I hope the peoples of Aevos understand what bloodhounds their princes are."

Norli notices a missing piece of the story. "It seems there is little mention of my reign- we had been close friends towards the beginning. Closer with them than Norland, I was- but both of them failed the Sons of Urguan when actual war broke out, with the Rurikkid declaring war deliberately against our plans, and then the Haenseman made peace with Oren without warning us or guarenteeing the dwarven safety. It is strange that Haelun'or of all places was the most loyal ally to my throne." "Stranger yet, to take this tone with an active and successful king of the dwarves. Ulfric, what are you doing?" he asked, exasperated.

Norli scratched his bald head in some confusion at the remark, as well as the game decisions of Grytt. After all, the two were in fact playing the traditional game of Dwedopoly.

The passing days in Numenost were increasingly busy. More travelers and citizens alike frequented the streets of the Fair City of the World's Central arch. So it was that the Crown Prince sought some time alone to rejuvenate in the nearby pastures below the city. On the day of publication, Anorhil Antonius had just arrived from a short pilgrimage in the arid pastures. As he enters through the silver road which leads into his mother's palace, the princeling is informed by guards relaying rapidly incoming reports. He arrives into the grand chamber and observes a wide host of priests, knights, and statesmen. They tell him more shall be there soon. His mentor comforts him that 'we are so back'. The coming days in Numenost would be busier yet. "Let your Ambition be the Ambition of the Lord your GOD, and in Providence you shall know no worries."

THE NÚMENEDAIN PEACEKEEPING MISSION ISSUED 12TH SNOW’S MAIDEN, YEAR 191 SA || 12TH HOREN’S CALLING, 1987 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aeh_cU0pmR8 BY THE WILL AND AUTHORITY OF THE WHITE THRONE It is with much concern that we have observed in recent months the continuing escalation of hostilities in the lands to Foroduin’s east. High rise the pillars of smoke on our horizon, and grim are the tidings on the wind. In the Heartlands, chaos blossoms and the Men of Númendil have been called to answer, first by our allies and now by our Church. Thus, by my station as Queen of the Númenedain, I do decree the following: WHEREAS, bloodshed has darkened the Heartland realm, and resulting tensions threaten to escalate into total war affecting realms beyond and; WHEREAS, His Holiness the Pontiff has requested the aid of the Númenedain as mediators and preservers of peace; NOW THEREFORE, by the blessing of the Archangel Michael, the Kingdom of Númendil shall hereafter enter active cooperation with the Mother Church in ensuring a path towards peace and the prevention of further escalation wherever possible. To this end, the Knights of the White Tower, the Radiant Guard of Númenost, the Rangers of the Númenaranyë, and the retained levies and soldiers of our leal Lordships are hereby ordered to provide what aid they might to the Church and its agents in their endeavors. Likewise, for the sake of ensuring the wellbeing of the commonfolk in this time of troubles, especially with such reports as have arisen of banditry and marauding, they shall be ordered to render succor and defense to the good noncombatants of the neighboring realms. — UTÚLI’EN AURË — ACCORDS OF INTERCESSION — As set forth by Deunoro I and Her Royal Majesty Tar-Caraneth Aryantë — ARTICLE I – Terms of Cooperation Until such time as the conflict in the Heartlands has been resolved, the Kingdom of Númendil shall, at the request of His Holiness, act on the Mother Church’s behalf to maintain what virtue and innocent life might be preserved in this conflict, to prevent further escalation, and to provide what assistance possible to bring about a good and lasting peace. To this end, the soldiers of Númendil shall provide all aid possible to the agents of the Church in the pursuit of investigations, mediations, and protection of the noncombatants of the realm. ARTICLE II – Goals of the Númenedain Mission The Númenedain shall, for the duration of the mission in the Heartlands, commit themselves to the preservation of peace, the safeguarding of noncombatants, and the encouragement of virtue in spite of the dark circumstances of the day. ARTICLE III – Authorities and Duties of the Númenedain Mission Pursuant to the goals of their operations, the soldiers of Númendil will conduct investigations and arrests as necessary, however will refrain from passing sentence except as necessary, or as prescribed by the presiding officers of the church and in accordance with the rulings of ecumenical tribunals. The Númenedain, in the course of their mission, shall act as servants of the Church and therefore conduct themselves in a manner so befitting. They shall conduct what operations they might in a civil manner. Accordingly, they shall not take up arms in the conflict, nor act in undue violence. In the event that Númenedain peacekeepers are met with hostility, they shall be granted discretion to respond in kind. SIGNED, HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë of the House Arthalionath, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of the Númenedain, Princess of Númenost and Minas Amath, Protector of the Adunians, Master of the Sharadûn, Templar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm HIS HOLINESS, Deunoro the First, High Pontiff of the Church of the Canon, Archbishop of Visigia, Successor of the High Priesthood of the Church, Supreme Pontiff of the Church of True Faith, Keeper of the Canon, Missionary to Aeldin, High Servant to the Exalted's Testaments, Humble Servant of the Faithful and Vicar of GOD HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, Anorhil Antonius Caranethion of the House Arthalionath, Crown Prince of the Númenaranyë, Captain of the Radiant Guard, Templar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm Brother Franz Prefect for the Laity

the exilic duke of adria's eyes bulge out cartoonishly as he remembers what was forgotten "STEVEN?!? come home steven"

ISSUED THE 15TH OF THE GRAND HARVEST, IN THE YEAR 190 OF THE SECOND AGE With the signing and promulgation of this document, the Exilic Kingdom of Númendil and the Grand Kingdom of Urguan, henceforth referred to as ‘the signatories’, do agree on their honor to the terms laid forth hereafter. ARTICLE I: Non-Aggression The signatories agree in the absolute to a pact of non-aggression. There shall be no military conflict between either state, nor between their constituent vassals or noble Houses. The signatories, adhering to Adunian cultural traditions of peace, shall dedicate a bench to the Monarch of the other signatory within their lands. Any breaches of this term shall be resolved through the appropriate diplomatic channels. ARTICLE II: Sovereignty The signatories mutually recognize the other as the sole sovereign state over their respective lands, and all titles affiliated with their respective styling. The Exilic Kingdom of Númendil is recognized as sovereign ruler over the Tribe of Harren and the Grand Kingdom of Urguan as sovereign ruler over all Urguan’s Folk. ARTICLE III: Defensive Alliance The signatories shall, in the event of war, rise to each other’s defense. This term shall apply only to defensive conflicts. In the event of either signatory raising arms to hunt their foes in offense, the other signatory is invited to join, though not obligated to by this treaty. The signatories commit to military communication, to inform each other of the strength of their forces, any threats to each other's territorial sovereignty, or any potential plans of war, either defensive or offensive. For the purpose of not only general staff but rank soldiers to know their counterparts, the signatories commit to semiregular joint trainings. ARTICLE IV: Trade The signatories shall, pursuant to mutual benefit, commit to free trade, and shall permit merchants from either nation travel and trade free from tariff or harassment. Additionally, a stall shall be provided, waiving annual rents, in either signatory’s capital, and the Grand King will be entitled to free drinks in the Númendil tavern. The signatories shall commit to cooperation on the construction of great siege engines for the purpose of deterring the wicked Forgotten Beasts which hide in the dark corners of the world. The signatories shall commit to exchange also in cultural affairs, to invite the other to relevant festivities and encourage friendship and respect between their respective folks. ARTICLE V: Duration This treaty shall remain in effect until the end of either administrations of the signatories, whichever should come to an end first. For Númendil this term shall extend also into the reign of the Tar’s presumptive heir, Anorhil Antonius Caranethion, and not require renewal in the context of his role in its negotiation and as Steward of the White Court. In the event of the treaty’s end, this agreement will be open to renewal or renegotiation. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this agreement as of the day and year first above written. Signed, HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë of the House Arthalionath, by the Grace of GOD, Queen of the Númenedain, Princess of Númenost and Minas Amath, Protector of the Adunians, Master of the Sharadûn, Templar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, Anorhil Antonius Caranethion of the House Arthalionath, Crown Prince of the Númenaranyë, Captain of the Radiant Guard, Templar of the Archangel Michael, Knight of the Realm ᚢᛚᚠᚨᚱ ᚲᚨᛉᛉᚨᚱᚨᛏᚺᚲᚨᛞᚨᚾ ᛖᚱᛟᚾ ᛞᚨ ᚨᚺᛚᛞ ᚲᚨᛉᚨᛗᚨᚱ ᚲᛟᚱᚾᚨᛉᚲᚨᚱᚢᛗᛗ Ulfar Kazzarathsson of the Elder Clan Starbreaker, The Grand King of the Grand Kingdom of Urguan, Thane of the Elder Clan Starbreaker, Kahl of Kaz’ad Nolvaraz, High Lord Golemancer Witnessed, HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, Ser Eriantiel Esteleth Caranethiel of the House Arthalionath, Princess of Númenost, Lady of Aran-în-Eryn, Lady of Langenkirch, Warden of Minas Pethruin, Royal Castellan of the White Court of the Númenaranyë, and Knight of the Realm

"Ye can't teach a golem new tricks... or something like that..." Norli Starbreaker comments. "-but I probably should check on my old stoneson Ak-Rullaz. Wouldn't want him following old orders still- though maybe I do." The elder grumbles, would voice his opinion on the topic of the clergy to any who'd listen; "Perhaps it would be best to let the King's Moot preside over a gathering of priests, rather than this bickering. But I remind you, it is hardly disputed that my hand upon the faith has left a great mark, and that I am wise in matters of the Rhun and Brathmordakin; yet all this wisdom is abandoned, when again and again the clergy is reformed in a consolidated guild- a system of priests which has scarcely known success, if really ever, in all of Urguani history. Maybe it is time they take my counsel, and dissolve da Kirkja Dverga as a method of ruling over priests, and instead adopt cults and master-apprentice priests to take roles throughout the guilds and clans. Or at the least, keep da Kirkja Dverga merely as a routine meeting of the priests and coordinating of efforts, rather than the responsibility of one dwarf to keep the faith- for it is truly the responsibility of ALL ELDERS to keep the faith."