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Herzog Brandt reads and smiles "I love Minitz"

TRAVELER’S GUIDE TO THE DUCHY OF MINITZ REISEFÜHRER FÜR DAS HERZOGTUM MINITZ Two Minitzian tribesmen on a journey up the mountains. Freedom, a principle so rooted within the Reinmaren individual, a song so liberating as to change one’s life in the blink of an eye. Many a Waldenian have given the ultimate price in the sacred pursuit of liberty. Since the ancient times when the clans and tribes of Reinmar were first founded, these Waldenian people have always pursued freedom in a longing journey to achieve it, be it as individuals, or as a common people. For this end, the Reinmaren host, under the leadership of Lord Leon and Duke Dietrich arrived from the Duchy of Reinmar to the Heartlands, seizing the abandoned village of Old Rivia. Thusly, Lord Leon had placed his standard on empty plains next to Rivia, of which Minitz stands on now, proclaiming; "And this standard here, is my inheritance onto you, Reinmaren people. And until I raise this inheritance from this earth bosom of the earth, you, the sons of Reinmar shall remain here, and all our Reinmaric kinsmen shall unite under this standard." And, it would happen as he had proclaimed. From the forests of Waldenia, and the old ancestral lands of Reinmar, hordes of tribesmen would begin pouring into the lands of Minitz. As Lord Leon uttered this breath, the Duchy of Minitz was founded, to embrace these Reinmaren ideals and beyond that, to spread the territories of the Reinmaren peoples, so that anyone amongst them might find a home there. GLOSSARY The following basic linguistic information associated with the Duchy of Minitz. Duchy of Minitz: Reinmaren vassal in the United Kingdom of Aaun Minitzer (Demonym): the inhabitants and natives of Minitz (Pl.: Minitzer) Minitzian (Adjective): relating to the Duchy of Minitz, excluding the inhabitants. Waldenian: A culture group, encompassing those with familial and cultural ties to the Waldenic Origin. Reinmaren: Waldenian subculture with strong ties and preservation of tribal Traditions (Dem. & Adj.: Reinmaren), an oathed tribesman of the Reinmaren people. Duchy of Reinmar: Reinmaren vassal in the Kingdom of Haense. Outlander/Burgher/Foreigner: The non-Reinmaren people, who live under the Duchies of Minitz and Reinmar. Herzog (Title): “Duke” in Waldenic languages, used to refer to the Duke of Minitz. Ritter (Title): “Knight” in Waldenic languages, used to refer to those knights, who are sworn to the Duke. The Herzograt (Instituion): The “Government” of Minitz, composed of the Herrenhaus, Landtag, and the Mayor’s office. This includes all state-owned and led institutions of Minitz. The Herrenhaus (Instituion): The Duke’s privy council, composed of the Warchief, Lawspeaker, Bailiff, Herrenmeister, and Herald, who carry out different tasks and lead their respective offices. The Grand Kanun of Minitz: The Lawbook in which all the customs of the Reinmaren are located, formulating into the Ducal law of the land in Minitz. The Moot (Assembly): The gathering in which all oathed Reinmaren tribesmen may sit within to decide the laws of the Grand Kanun and the future of Minitz. The Landtag (Instituion): The legislative body which sits at the Moots. CULTURE The subjects and peoples of Minitz distinguish themselves from the rest of the United Kingdom not only for being Reinmaren in name, but also through embracing the Reinmaren culture. The Minitzers have found value in sticking to their roots, to embracing their Old Reinmaren ancestors, who, although were tribesmen and barbarians, had their own merits in the way of life to pick from. This cultural embrace, however, is established in harmony with the socio-cultural climate of the current era. Decentralization of both militia and authority within the realm, clothing, practices and rituals, architecture, and warbands are just some of the elements adopted from the Proto-Reinmaren culture. Meanwhile aspects like religion, laws of succession, and courtly attire of the nobility remain mostly unchanged from the current standards, ensuring the existence of a people rich in unique customs, yet able to coexist in harmony with the rest of the Kingdom. Amongst the most unique features of the Reinmaren culture is the “Ritual of Blood”, through which non-Reinmaren newcomers and residents of Minitz might officially become Reinmaren, adopting the culture and being considered a Reinmaren by the populace of Minitz. Upon such, the new Reinmaren tribesman enjoys many more privileges, and may begin a life of true purpose and work for their Fatherland. The Ritual is taken only after the newcomer, or Burgher (see “THE MINITZIAN SOCIETY” below), undergoes the Trials of the Stallion, a set of tests which both teaches them the core values of the Reinmaren and tests their spirit if it is worthy. The Ritual of Blood: TRADITIONS COLLECTIVE EGALITARIANISM - The Minitzian idealism teaches and enshrines ideas of industriousness and hard work on behalf of one's community. It is believed that all men, as long as they contribute to the collective, are equal limbs of the whole body, no matter their social status. All such men are free to do as they please and coexist with their fellows. As a result, the Reinmaren people of Minitz have a long history of holding assemblies of the land's people, debating politics, law, finance in order to strike a balance of power between the various social classes that inhabit the Duchy. As a result, many of the institutions of Minitz and offices that these institutions occupy are elective in nature, wherein every man has an input on how their society is run by their leaders. TRIBAL UNITY - The Minitzian culture emphasizes the familial and communal bonds its people share, pushing them to remember their shared heritage. As a result of this, the Duchy maintains multiple Reinmaren families with their own chieftains, who answer to the High Chief. These tribes are entitled to sit in a Tribal Moot to decide matters of governance. THE DIARCHY - The men of Minitz stand in the middle of two worlds; the feudal, and the tribal. It is imperative that both of these worlds of Minitzer society are represented in the overall Duchy. Thus, the men of Minitz grant feudal authority to their Duke, yet authority over tribal matters to their High Chief. Both of these offices rule Minitz together, held in harmony by the Duke himself. REINMAREN PASTORALISTS - The Minitzers are at home in wide and open terrain, where they herd large groups of animals. Thus, they have accumulated knowledge and experience in the fine art and science of horse breeding. Whether destriers or coursers, the horses of these people are renowned for their superiority, and being able to ride is considered a basic necessity. A warrior atop a Minitzian breed of stallion THE FEAST OF THE TRIBE - Derived from the old Reinmaren "Fest des Stammes", the Feast of the Tribe is a rekindled tradition in which warriors, together with other residents of the realm, are gathered by their liege every few years in order to have a collective feast of revelry. For approximately four years, each man in Minitz prepares for the feast by cultivating and herding, so that they have something to offer for the feast. Many artisans bring fine cheese and wine, herders and hunters bring various roasts, farmers bring their grain, beer and eggs, and each man enjoys the fruits of their collective work. During the feast, other than contributing to the table, each man brings forth a gift, and these gifts are gathered before the Chieftain and the Duke, who distribute the gifts to random individuals. BREAD, BEER AND HEART - Throughout both Proto-Reinmaren tribes as well as in the late County of Fraimark, the Reinmaren have always put great value in honoring and showing hospitality to guests, a tradition closely related to the upholding of the Shwur. Upon visitation to a Minitzian household, a guest can expect to be treated similarly to royalty. They are cared for at all times, delicious food is cooked and brought onto the table upon the arrival of guests, be they announced or not, and any accommodation is offered with a caring, welcoming heart from the members of the household. Usually, this is presented in the form of Bear, Beer and Heart. Heart in this context refers to the heart-to-heart hospitality found by the visiting guests. In Proto-Reinmaren folklore, it was even said that the patriarch of a house would remain loyal to and protect their guests, even if it meant putting their own family in danger. DER SCHWUR - An important part of the Reinmaren culture, surviving to the modern day, the Shwur, translated from Waldenian, closely translates to the word of honour, or as it was used in a better context in Old Reinmaren, Besa. The Schwur could be found in most of the life of the tribal Reinmaren, it was the word that binded him to his honor, to his very own being. A similar concept finds its way utilized and practiced within the Freimarkish realm, for every resident within the realm is held accountable based on his word of oath, and breaking it is not only frowned upon, but may even lead to further consequences by the individual’s fellow peers. THE BRANDTIAN DUEL - First displayed by Duke Brandt while he was still heir to the Minitzian throne, what Minitzers call the “Right by Strength” is a tradition of proving one’s worth and righteousness through fair battle against two parties. This is how the second Duke of Minitz ascended the throne, when the then-Baron Brandt challenged his own father, Leon I in a duel for the throne, which he won, and became Duke of Minitz. Thus, the tribesmen and women of Minitz have developed a continuity of such practice, and are most eager not only to prove themselves through fair battles, but may also sometimes solve disputes through such. HERALDIC TRADITIONS - Throughout the eons, the tribal sons and daughters of Theoderic and Gelimar learned to adapt to the modern feudal societies where they found themselves. During this transitioning period, the tribesmen, many of whom assumed the roles of battle bards and banner bearers in war, found fascination in the feudal practices of Heraldry. They learned of this art, and taught their children its ways, finding within it a way of self expression and identification of those amongst them. Since then, the Reinmaren have fostered many Heralds, such as Leopold, Albrecht, or the late Duke Leon of Minitz. The Duke made it also one of his missions to foster the heraldic tradition within the Duchy, personally designing most of the Duchy’s armorial during his reign. REINMAREN FAITH In the Duchy of Minitz, nestled among the rolling hills and verdant forests, the people of the tribes devote their faith to Canonism. They believe in the word of the Prophets and the Lord God, and follow the teachings of the High Pontiff, who, alongside the Bishop of Gelimar holds sway over their religious practices. For the Reinmaren men of Minitz, Canonism is not just a religion, but a way of life, dictating every aspect of their existence. However, this devotion to Canonism also often makes them dismissive of those who did not share their beliefs. The Minitz people look upon elves as outsiders, who they believe to be atheistic and holding onto beliefs that are not in line with the teachings of Canonism. They view the long-eared, graceful creatures with suspicion and mistrust, believing them to be untrustworthy and lacking in moral fiber. Magicians of voidal or Aengulic nature are also looked down upon by the people of Minitz, as they see them as sinful and morally corrupt. The tribesmen, having inherited the superstition of their forefathers, believe earnestly that the power wielded by the magicians was not a gift from the Divine but rather an unnatural force, which was obtained through dark means. Historically, to the Minitz people, magicians have been a blight upon their society, organizing raids, kidnappings and various other affairs of bloody nature, which caused their kind to be shunned, unless proven virtuous. Despite their dismissive attitude towards elves and magicians, the people of Minitz are not unkind or cruel. They believe in the inherent goodness of humanity, and their faith encourages them to be charitable and compassionate towards those in need. They see themselves, alongside the rest of the sons of Horen as protectors of the true faith and believe that their actions were necessary to preserve the sanctity of Canonism within their lands. In the end, the people of Minitz are a reflection of their faith, devout and unyielding in their beliefs. They were a people who hold steadfast in their convictions and customs, and thus are willing to defend their faith against any threat. Though they are dismissive of those who did not share their beliefs, they are not without compassion, and their actions were always guided by their devotion to the Holy Church. THE MINITZ SOCIETY A noble Minitzer in his Reinmaren attire, a Chieftain with his wife, and a Ritter of Saint Tylos. Built upon the Diarchy of old and new, tribalism and feudalism, the Minitzian society is a reflection of this exact tradition. A realm of unity and harmony between these two lifestyles, the Duchy of Minitz promotes two types of societies, both living in the same realm, both living in harmony with one another. Whilst originally, during the genesis of Minitz, the two “societies” were kept in separation to one another, it was during the reign of Duke Leon that a new system was put in place, wherein an official social hierarchy of Minitz was established. This new system merged both the tribal and feudal aspects of the Reinmaren society, putting emphasis and importance upon the common people who adopt the tribal ways of the Reinmaren. THE BURGHER The burgher class, consisting of travelers and newcomers to Minitz, forms the majority of the Duchy's population. These individuals may not yet have fully adopted the ways of the Reinmaren, but they have chosen to make Minitz their home. Despite not being part of the Reinmaren tribe, burghers are still free to live and work within the borders of Minitz. They are not oppressed or discriminated against, but neither do they enjoy any notable privileges or benefits. In the eyes of the Reinmaren, anyone who has not undergone the Trial of Blood is considered a burgher, regardless of their background or nationality. However, this does not mean that the burghers are looked down upon. On the contrary, many Reinmaren respect the burghers for their willingness to embrace a new way of life and contribute to the growth and prosperity of Minitz. The Burgers often undertake labor tasks such as farming, artisanry, shopkeeping and animal husbandry, providing their services in the name of Minitz, in exchange for the protection of the tribe and the mark of the Duke. However, the Burgers are forbidden from living in the tribelands of Hussen. They must live inside the walls of the city of Neu Brandthof. THE TRIBESMEN Those who successfully complete the Ritual of Blood, whether it be an outlander or a trueborn Reinmaren are considered oathed tribesmen of Minitz, and they are welcomed with open arms into the tribes. They are no longer outsiders but part of the tribe, bound now not only by oath and ideal, but also through the blood which they now share with the Chief of the Reinmaren themselves. As a newly-oathed tribesman, the tribesman has the opportunity to join one of the established noble tribes of Minitz. Be they of great ambition and seeking the formation of their own legacy, they may one day found their own noble tribe To do so, they must first prove themselves worthy by upholding their oath and serving the Duchy. Once they have demonstrated their worthiness, they may establish their own tribe and carry on the legacy of the Reinmaren. For the Tribesmen of Minitz, the Trial of Blood is just the beginning of their journey. As they integrate into the community and learn more about the Reinmaren way of life, they have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the tribe and the Duchy as a whole. With hard work and dedication, they too can become respected members of the community, upholding the values of their oath and serving the people of Minitz with honor and distinction. As they are of the ilk of Theoderic and the Reinmaren, the Tribesmen may sit in the Moot, vote on matters concerning the polity and the Grand Kanun, and live outside of the walls, in the tribelands of Hussen. THE WARRIORS In the heart of the Duchy of Minitz, there exists a band of tribal warriors that strike fear in the hearts of their enemies and command respect from the wider populace. These mighty warriors are handpicked from among the oathed tribesmen of Minitz, chosen for their strength, courage, and unwavering loyalty to their land and their people, and inducted to the Warband of Theoderic. From the moment they don their armor and raise their weapons, these warriors embody the spirit of their Duchy. Their duty is not merely to protect the Duke, but to defend the very essence of Minitz - its burgers, its towns, its laws, and its honor. They are the sword and shield of the duchy, always ready to lay down their lives in the name of their land and law. With fierce determination and unbreakable resolve, the warriors of Minitz charge into battle, their battle cries echoing across the land. Their swords clash with those of their enemies, their shields deflecting blows that would shatter lesser men. Through the dust and smoke of war, they fight on, never wavering, never faltering. They are the guardians of law and order, ensuring that justice is upheld and the people of Minitz are safe from harm. They are the watchful eyes that patrol the streets, ever vigilant for any threat that may arise. Thus, bearing this great responsibility, the Warrior enjoys a variety of privileges, going from reduced tax obligations to the right to bear arms and enforce the law. THE GEEHRTE & HOCHGEEHRTE In the realm of Reinmaren, there are two prestigious ranks known as the "Ranks of Prestige" - the Geehrte (Honored) and the Hochgeehrte (Highly Honored). These titles are awarded directly by the Lord Duke to those who have shown great effort in upholding the values of Reinmaren and the law of the Kanun. The Geehrtes and Hochgeehrtes are held in high regard by the common tribesmen of the realm. Their Schwur, or oath, is considered of greater importance in the Moot, and their status grants them special privileges. They pay less taxes, earn the right to create their own tribes or otherwise bring additional benefits to their Tribes, should they belong to one. To earn such a prestigious rank, one must demonstrate unwavering dedication and effort in the preservation of Reinmaren values and the law of the Kanun. Only those who have proven themselves to be true exemplars of honor, loyalty, and bravery are considered for such an honor. Once bestowed with the title of Geehrte or Hochgeehrte, the individual is considered a veteran of Minitz. Much like the Ritters, they are seen as a shining example of what it means to be a true warrior of Reinmaren, and their deeds are remembered and celebrated for generations to come. For the Geehrtes and Hochgeehrtes, their honor is not just a title - it is a way of life. THE RITTER In this land of chivalry and valor, there exists a figure of unwavering dedication, a symbol of honor and righteousness. This figure is known as the knight, or in the Waldenic tongue, the ‘Ritter’. They represent in Minitz an embodiment of all that is good and just. The Ritters of Saint Tylos are the Knights of Minitz. Any oathed tribesman of Minitz, who may wish to take the path of the squire may be mentored under a Ritter of Saint Tylos, and undergo the trials of the knights. If they are successful and considered to be worthy, they are oathed Ritters, and act as retainers of the Ducal family, law-enforcers alongside the Bailiff, and representatives of chivalry and the Reinmaren values. Thus, the Ritter, through exceptional and diligent service may style himself with the honorific of “Gentry” of the realm, a rank of high prestige. The Ritters may further have their own heraldry. THE NOBLE TRIBESMEN In the Duchy of Minitz, there are men of noble rank known as the Chieftains. These men have been bestowed with the prestigious title of ‘Hochgeehrte’, which commands respect from all those Reinmaren who hear it. To earn the honorific title of Chieftain, a tribesman must first gather a following of fellow tribesmen who pledge to join the tribe of their chosen Chieftain-to-be. The tribesman must then display his worthiness by demonstrating his leadership qualities and unwavering loyalty to his people. If a man is deemed worthy by the Duke himself, he is chosen to wear the Chieftain’s cap, and he swears fealty to the Duke and the Duchy in the name of all his tribe. This is a great honor, and the Chieftain-to-be may accept it with pride and humility. Once a tribesman becomes a Chieftain, he is entrusted with maintaining the noble heritage of his tribe. He manages parcels of land in the Duke’s name, bearing his own banners and heraldry. This newfound noble rank also extends to his family, and they are expected to uphold the honor of their Chieftain’s name. As a Chieftain, the tribesman is not only a leader, but a representative of his tribe and the Duchy of Minitz. He must be just, honorable, and brave in all his actions, setting an example for all those who follow him. The Chieftains of Minitz are the backbone of the Duchy, and their dedication and loyalty to their land and people are the very essence of what it means to be a true warrior of Minitz. THE CHIVALRIC ORDER OF SAINT TYLOS THE STALLION OF REINMAR Founded from the roots of the olden Freimarkish warriors dubbed Sons of Saint Tylos by Count Ernst, the Order of Saint Tylos the Stallion of Reinmar is a collection of the most gallant and virtuous Reinmaren tribesmen of Minitz. Founded by Duke Leon I of Minitz, the Knights of this order don the name of the Ritter as their own, holding their Waldenic roots and their Reinmaren values tight to heart. After many years of squireship and continuous showing of dedication and loyalty to the Duchy and her Duke, the newly oathed Ritter not only work as the protectors of the Ducal House of Barclay, but also as law keepers of the realm. It is the upholding of the Reinmaren values, such as Diligence, Faith, Justice, et cetera, which dictate those worthy of joining the Ritter of Saint Tylos. It is these same ideals scribed within the Grand Kanun which make them worthy of understanding and interpreting its laws and justice. The Ritter’s bravery on the battlefield is legendary, channeled through an unwavering loyalty to the Duchy and the Duke. Their ability to inspire their fellow soldiers is unparalleled, having been chosen from among the worthiest warriors of the Reinmaren. Thusly, those who wish to test their mettle, and find themselves worthy of upholding both the values and law of the Reinmaren may contact the Herrenmeister of the Order, currently Sir Yvian Galken (IGN: Sarven343: Sarven#9722). Those who seek more knowledge, may refer to the full document of the Order: THEODERIC’S WARBAND A land and a peoples of glory, valor, and hardy upbringings, many of the Reinmaren sons and daughters of Minitz take the oaths of Theoderic, and join amongst the ranks of the Theoderican warriors, who make up the main standing retinue of Minitz. This is the backbone which upkeeps the militaristic traditions amongst the tribesmen, which brings them together in a common goal of upholding their Reinmaren freedom and protecting their Fatherland. The Warband, as many call it simply, is as old as Minitz itself, for through its founding by Warchiefs Leon and Dietrich Barclay, was Minitz conceived and grown. Thus, to this day and age the Warband continues to grow and prosper, welcoming many new Reinmaren amongst its Warriors, and even more newcomer outlanders amongst its Unblooded ranks. It is through their service as Unblooded of the Warband that the outlanders of Minitz prove their mettle and dedication to the Duchy. They usually then take the Ritual of Blood to become tribesmen, and further the Theoderican oath to be recognized as strong Warriors worthy of praise. Those who wish to join amongst the ranks of Theoderic’s fighters may speak to the Warband’s Warchief, currently Robert Stroheim (IGN: TheShadowMatrix; Discord: TheShadowMatrix#6180) Those who seek more knowledge, may refer to the full document of the Warband: THE GRAND KANUN OF MINITZ During the olden, dark ages of the Reinmaren people, whose tribes fought in constant war amongst one another, the absence of a common law to bind all Reinmaren became prominent. It was after the war against Theoderic and his higher chief, Gelimar, that the two high Reinmaren chieftains agreed to the writing of a common codex, not only to outline the law of the people, but also their practices and their lifestyles. This was dubbed the Kanun of Gelimar, the original writing of which has been lost to time. The ideal and the very spirit of the Kanun, however, persisted amongst the Reinmaren nomads and wandering tribes, who amongst them appointed Lawspeakers, wise men who had learned the Kanun from their predecessors, and knew to speak it by heart. Despite the lack of written copies of the Grand Reinmaren Kanun, its laws and its practices were kept by all sons and daughters of Reinmar through their lawspeakers. In this common day and age, within the Duchy of Minitz has a new Kanun been written, mainly so by Duke Leon I, who consulted many Lawspeakers amongst the villages of the Reinmaren, and most prominently, Lord Dietrich, whose knowledge of the Reinmaren history was said to have no bounds. Thusly, the Grand Kanun of Minitz acts as its legal codex, through which all those who step within the Duke’s realm shall uphold, and more importantly so the Reinmaren tribesmen, who must follow its practices not only in matters of wrongdoings, but also of virtues and of traditional practices. Aiming to immerse themselves in the way of life of their ancestors, and to understand the true beauty of living the life of the stallions, of the Reinmaren. Amongst the tribal populace of Minitz, a Lawspeaker is elected in equal vote by all tribesmen. This Lawspeaker learns and speaks the Kanun to his people, and acts as its personification, the very word of the Kanun raised in flesh. Because of this important role, the Lawspeaker is elected for life, or until retirement of old age. Those who have questions about the word and justice of the Kanun may speak to the Lawspeaker, currently Maxwell ad Larden (IGN: boarlord; Discord: boar#5647). Those who seek more knowledge, may refer to the written word of the Kanun: THE SACRED MOOT OF MINITZ Depiction of an olden Reinmaren Moot Summoned every year or every second year, the Moot of Minitz is composed of all tribesmen and tribeswomen of the realm, who make up the “Seated” members of the Landtag. The Moot is usually led by the Lawspeaker of the Kanun or the Duke himself, and acts mainly as a lawmaking body of government. It is only the privilege of the Lawmen, Lawspeaker, and members of the Herrenhaus to propose laws within the Moot, whilst the Seated hold the privilege to vote in support or oppose these laws. The Mayor of Neu Brandthof, elected by the Burghers from among the tribesmen of the realm to represent their class, who holds two votes in the Landtag; their personal one as a tribesman, and their Mayoral vote. Aside from the legislative capacity of the Landtag, the Moots of Minitz have also been used to discuss other matters concerning the tribal caste of the realm as well as the Duchy as a whole. Matters of both great or minor importance may be brought up during such. LOCATION The County of Neu Brandthof Settled within the heartland regions of the United Kingdom, in the province of Cathalon, the Duchy of Minitz sits just southwest of the Aaunic Crownlands of New Vienne, northwest of the Duchy of Adria, and east of the Arentanian alps. GOTT MIT UNS, His Grace, Brandt Wilheim Barclay Duke von Minitz GMSTSR, Duke of Minitz, Count of Neu Brandthof, Viscount of Tucay, Baron of Boriënwald and Brandthof, Lord of Durres, Protector of the Aaunic Heartlands, Chieftain of the Minitz Reinmaren Ludrik Katzak, Ducal Scribe of Minitz

Brandt Barclay looks Northward as the caravan of his Reinmaren kin come towards the plains of Minitz that the tribes of Reinmar had made their home, his cloak fluttering in the wind. Next to him, was Solomon Lohengramm, overseeing the process in which the clan ferried their goods across the river Petra. The Duke looked towards Solomon proudly, placing a hand on the man's shoulder. "I will give you a home, and lead your people to prosperity. Rest assured, unless the sky falls upon us, no one will break our land and law. Trust me, and I shall keep faithful to your kin."

Brandt Barclay, the Duke of Minitz and the closest kinsman of the now-deceased Teft Barclay reads over the missile, making a 'tut' sound with his teeth as he read through the lines. "All criminals are made from the same mould. If I went up and murdered his brother, and had all my kinsmen write essays about innocence, I wonder if this man would react the same way that he wants me to react; do nothing while my kinsmen are being butchered. Let this be known; May the Church give Gwendel Vilac mercy, for Minitz has none to give. No matter how many of you write falsified reports of support, the very fact that you lot write support letters for a clearly guilty man goes to show how much you lack in moral fibre and character, that you would knowingly, and blindly defend the perpetrator instead of the victims and the objective truth. I know the Church of Canon, when overseeing these trials will see justice."

Make more mina sinks that players can use to discard their mina, and make these systems actually profitable in roleplay/ooc practicality. You can give a lot of mina to buy 1 more character slot, etc. I am also ready for national currencies if minas get discarded.

Brandt Barclay thinks about ordering from his great winemaking friend, for the Minitz tavern!

As a 10 year player, do you think you've ever experienced an anarchical period in your LOTC? Has there ever been an instance where the nation you lived suddenly collapsed and started to fragment, and there was a sense of lawlessness etc?

honestly bring 1.8 pvp back PLEASE. Every fight that the nations have in 1.9 turns into a 2 hour long bow trade where barely anyone loses more than 3 HP, then they just charge each other, the outcome of the fight being purely determined by who has mastered the art of jump clicking every 0.58 seconds through meticulous tranining. Back in 1.8 days, you could have entire nations fight PVP, and conclude the fight within a manner of minutes, at most, the battle lasting 45 minutes of pure unfiltered fun, where every individual had an agency in the fight. The whole point of PVP was to give a quick solution in CRP combat to players who otherwise have to be somewhere else. Now, with 1.9, we are basically replacing a 2 hour long crp session with a 2 hour long left clicking session. FOR THE LOVE OF GOD BRING 1.8 BACK I BEG OF YOU

BRIEFE FÜR DEN EDLEN STAMM DES THEONUS LETTERS FOR THE TRIBE OF THEONUS Enacted by the Herzog of Minitz in the year of our Lord 1913 SÖHNE UND TÖCHTER VON MINITZ, It pleases the greater tribe greatly this day, that all may look upon the son of Minitz, Karl von Theonus, and his might. Let this edict elevate him and his kin to the status of a noble tribe, befit of such a stature. May he uphold the Kanun, and embody the spirit of our ancestors through his tribe. THE NOBLE TRIBE OF THEONUS Thus is it enacted that the THEONUS TRIBE be sewn into formation, its noble line consisting of the blood of VON THEONUS. Likewise, let their kinsmen absconded from blood take the name of THEONID. May they hold the tribal hall of Einmont and farmlands, and recruit according to the rights and privileges of the noble tribes of the realm. GOTT MIT UNS, His Grace, Brandt Wilheim Barclay Herzog von Minitz GMSTSR Duke of Minitz, Count of Neu Brandthof, Viscount of Tucay, Baron of Boriënwald and Brandthof, Lord of Durres, Grand Peer of Aaun, Protector of the Aaunic Heartlands, Chieftain of the Minitz Reinmaren His Valor, Chieftain Karl von Theonus, KSTSR, Kanzler of Minitz, Chieftain of the Theonus Tribe, Lord of Einmont, Patriarch of Theonus

"Brandt Barclay takes the podium on the Royal Diet, ready to conduct it's session. He looks towards the King to introduce the session's beginning." Brandt writes onto a paper!

When will it come true..

As the game began, Minitzers started to pile onto the pitch, some bringing kegs, others large pitchers of beer. They distributed it around the tribesmen, and watched with great anticipation as the Halfling team started to rock into the field. The evening was dark, and lit by many torches as Brandt stood in the stands. Great chants erupted that day from all the Reinmaren watching, with high hope of success after the changes in this year's roster. "We'll play in the dark, we'll play in the dark! We are the Mootgoers, we will play in the dark!" "The Elephant man, the elephant man! Gebhard von Minitz, the Elephant man!" As the Mootgoers on the field were steadily beating the Bywater Hedgehogs, Brandt downs a pint of his beer, and looks towards his father next to him, wildly cheering with Leon. @GoodGuyMatt As the Bywater team left the field after their loss, the Reinmaren men started to laugh, whipped up into a frenzy after their fresh victory. Many would taunt those Bywater fans, who were leaving the stands early. "Is there a fire drill? Is there a fire drill? Is there a fire drill? Is there a fire drill??" After the game with Balian, Brandt Barclay, the Duke of Minitz rips open his shirt as he wildly cheers for the Mootgoer victory, throwing a customary pint towards the nearest Balianite fan again! @Shmeepicus He grabs the nearest Minitzers, Cisyn Grima @TMET and Markward Orino @Orinoby the shoulders, and they start jumping up and down, to commemorate Von Volburg! They start chanting; "Volburg is on fire! Your defence is terrified! Volburg is on fire! Your defence is terrified, Volburg is on fire!" The field of the pitch is then filled with the cheers of Minitzers and Reinnmaren, who were enflamed with such a passion, that they took off their shirts and started to swing it in circles above their head. By the end of the day, nearly all Minitzers had drank from the cup of victory, and they return home happily. "IT FINALLY CAME HOME! IT ******* CAME HOME!" Brandt yells towards anyone who would listen. He had made good memories that day, placing the Folkball cup in a stand of High Honour in the Moot hall!

Duke Brandt smacks Father Renzfeld on the head with the parchment. "You are my spell checker, so spell check!" He says towards the scribe, as the man complained. "Not publicly, either!" @Laeonathan

Brandt looked towards the throne that was ahead of him, with the newfound cap of the Herzog of Minitz upon his head. He runs a hand through the oaken surface of the chair, as he watched his father depart the Moot Hall. He mumbled under his breath, referencing both the people of Waldenia and Reinmar, as well as his father personally. "I will make you proud."

Brandt Barclay, as he was in the stands starts frothing at the mouth after the second loss of the Mootgoers, tossing his pint cup at the nearest Balianite fan with rage. He yells a provocative remark towards them, and turns toward the nearest Minitz Mootgoers fan and goes on one of his famous rants; "We made a massive error. But we didn't ******* deserve to win this game. We didn't deserve to win it!! Why do our fans keep going; 'Ohh, we should've done this that ohh, we should've won the fuckin' game, ohh, we would've won if it wasn't for Halfbert Pocke~' No! We didn't deserve to win that game because we weren't ******* good enough! Do you understand that? The reason why we aren't good enough is because the manager is not good enough!" Brandt then pauses to point an accusing finger from the stands towards the owners of the club, yelling towards them to no avail; "You let all the fans down. You should be ashamed of yourself! Do you know what I mean? My seven year old cousin can do better than that! The god damn owners will not come down and give an apology to the fans here, because they are too ******* arrogant! Do you know what I mean?!" He yells, turning to another raging Minitz fan. "I'm telling you, mate. You can't have a hundred and eighty thousand minas in the bank and play Reinhart Wilhelm, who just got off from destroying the Pagan God shrine with the Warband! And yet people are booing him, because he's made a mistake. The reason he made the mistake, is because he shouldn't have been in the pitch in the first place! He was KNACKERED from that fight! What is going on with this club?!" After all his rant, Brandt groans and starts to smoke a Barcston cigarette to calm down.

Brandt votes!

Brandt Barclay read the post of the knights, smiling to himself as he saw an entry under his own name. He prays for the wellbeing of many future Ritters to come, who will be added onto this document.

SUMMONS TO THE ROYAL DIET OF AAUN Declared and published in the year of Our Lord, 1910 TO THE UNITED KINGDOM AND ITS NOBLE ESTATES, In accordance with Section II, Statute I, Clause IV “The Royal Diet may convene at its leisure, provided the Grand Peer or a representative thereof is present to chair the meeting, and fair notice has been given to all Noble Estates.” With the continued effect of the Great Charter of Aaun, it is necessary that national governance and representation are consistent. So in the prerogative afforded by our United Kingdom, I summon the Estate Nobility to the Parliament Building of New Vienne; whereas the proper functions of government may occur. WE SUMMON THE FOLLOWING ESTATES: His Highness, Prince Ottomar II von Alstreim, Prince of Merryweather and Lord Vandalore of the Waldenian People His Grace, Duke Heinrik I Sarkozic, Duke of Adria, Protector of the Aaunic South, Keeper of the Swans His Grace, Duke Leon I Barclay, Duke of Minitz, High Chieftain of the Reinmaren and Protector of the Aaunic Heartlands The Right Honorable, Margrave Louis II de Rosius, Margrave of Haute-Epine and Protector of Arentania The Right Honorable, Margravine Guinevere I von Reuss, Margravine of Velen and Protector of the Aschenwald The Honorable, Viscountess Cosima von Augusten, Viscountess of Hohengarten His Lordship, Brandt Barclay, RSTSR Baron of Hussen, Heir to the Duchy of Minitz, Ritter of Saint Tylos, Grand Peer.

Brandt tosses his beer mug towards the side in rage as the Minitz Mootgoers once again have lost this match. "Focking hell mate, I dedicate all my time for this match, right? And what do I get? A loss against the fuckin' Viennese!" Brandt takes out his '#1 Minitz' glove off, and lights a Barcston cigarette to calm down. "The chippy is probably closed now too!" Brandt then goes on a rant to a nearby passenger about how the owners of the Minitz Mootgoers are Kralto-Malinorian outlanders, who have no idea on how to manage a team of Reinmaren tribesmen.

Brandt Barclay looks towards the horizon atop his horse, returning form one of his many searches for these men, who have eluded him after murdering his kinsman. He prays that they present themselves before justice. "Blood for Barclay." He mumbles as he continues his patrol.

"Noooooo!!!! Sergei 'The Cool Cod' noooo!!!" remarks a Reinmaren tribesman, reminiscing of the fishing skill of the Prince.

Name: Brandt Barclay Race: Human child of Horen Age: 23 OOC: In Game Name: Madone2k

Dietrich, a long descendant of King Georg lazily turns towards Leon. "They say that King Georg wanted nothing with the House Barclay of Hanseti-Ruska, and was born and bred in Sutica. Besides, his conquest was not to claim some southern throne for House Barclay, but a support of House Alstreim in claiming their older holdings. His line was the Freimarkish branch of Savoy, and Saint Tylos, instead of having anything to do with Hanseti-Ruska. Even yet, when King Georg carried out with his private conquest, supplanted my no Haeseni men, and only mercenaries, the Houses of Ruthern and Baruch pouted and ranted and raved. I bet they will act like they did not object, yet they have objected. Why shouldn't Reinmar do the same? Why do these Rutherns pretend like we were the same House, when they also had unrelated Orenian branches just like us?" @Herod

"Kal'Dorkarmorkar'Zorkar, the Dragonkin leal servant of Azdromoth sits in his temple of Aka'zorjar'morkar'dorkar, breathing smoke and soot out of his nose as he screeches and breathes out fire. He then travels outside and starts going on a rampage, killing and slaying random people on the street, banditting on the roads and extracting tribute on people who are travelling. He then infiltrates the King's court and sends a private message to the King's letterbox asking for a councillor position. He gets rejected. Kal'Dorkarmorkar'Zorkar starts breathing fire in rage. He then goes to the church and asks the Pontiff for a Bishop position. He gets rejected because of this golden bull. He bends over a shrine of his beloved titan, with his fellow dragonkin Mal'zorkarmorkardorkar. They sacrifice random peasants before the altar, and wonder why the Church would ever do something like this, and never let literal lizard people become involved in the affairs of humanity." Writes Brandt onto a paper, drawing a funny image onto the surface before going over to burn it in a fireplace afterwards, after having entertained himself...

MC Name: Madone2k Discord: Mad#2647 Image: Description of Image: Icon of Tylos I Dimensions: 1x1