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A Writ of Invitation
Issued in the Spring of 1739 by the Office of the Chamberlain
PREAMBLE
In accordance with the previous issue, The Estates of Morsgrad, our Ducal Throne and its Office of the Chamberlain has seen fit to invite three familial representatives to claim a seat among the recognised Estates of Morsgrad. Here we do elevate the following to do the sacred duty in ensuring the continued prosperity, unity and strength of Morsgrad, its prodigious wealth, military strength and sacrosanct faith.
THE CLAN OF LA’VASSIEUR
The Ducal Throne does officially invite the CHIEFTAIN OF THE CLAN OF LA’VASSIEUR - Headed by The Honourable Durin La’Vassieur, to claim a seat amongst our Estates on behalf of his family and sworn clansmen. Mr. La’Vassieur has promised to continue participation in the Merchant’s Guild of Morsgrad and the Morsgradic Merchant’s Caravan alongside his merchant clansmen, and we do expect that this eager and skilled clan will contribute heavily to the financial prosperity of Morsgrad and its economy.
Writ en Namen De
HER GRACE, Eleanor I Edvardsson-Renai, Duchess of Morsgrad, Grand Burgess of Montburgh
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The Morsgradic Food Initiative
Issued Spring of 1739 by Eleanor I
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In understanding that the harsh winters can doom many stomachs to growl of emptiness and desperate hunger, the DUCHESS ELEANOR I alongside the ESTATES of MORSGRAD have set in motion the Morsgradic Food Initiative which consists of three major sections: FEASTS, RATIONS, and PRODUCTION.
FEASTS
Annually, the Duchess shall hold a feast in tandem with the culinary experts of the City, so that the people of Morsgrad may enjoy the luxuries that the city offers. Not only will this be a time to eat, but for the citizens to speak with her Grace and attending Councilmen.
RATIONS
To conclude each feast, attending citizens will be sent home with a sectioned ration for themselves and their family, including meats and crops, some of which are anticipated to be received through the newly approved Morsgradic Trade Initiative. Rations shall not be at a set amount, but shall fluctuate based on true need.
PRODUCTION
Despite the climate and location of our dear Duchy, and the Morsgradic Trade Initiative, the people of Morsgrad shall still do their best to produce what they are able. The Ducal Throne shall set aside funds to obtain strains of crops and breeds of livestock that may last throughout our harsh winters. Additionally, upon expansion, we shall be developing more land to dedicate to agriculture and our registered laborers, alongside the new construction of a Hamlet outside of City walls.
Writ en Namen De
HER GRACE, Eleanor I Edvardsson-Renai, Duchess of Morsgrad, Grand Burgess of Montburgh
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Morsgradic Trade Initiative
Issued Spring of 1739 by Eleanor I
PREAMBLE
Following the signing of the Alliance of the Independent States and a unanimous vote of support the Estates Moot of 1736, the Duchess has seen fit to establish the office of the Ministry of Trade, in order to both offer and receive support from allied nations, and to sponsor the artisans and merchants of the Ducal State.
THE MINISTRY OF TRADE
I. THE MINSTERS
A. The Morsgradic Ministers of Trade shall be divided into different duties. Their tasks shall include, but are not limited to; Visiting Allied Nations and establishing relations of supply and trade, and overseeing the Morsgradic Merchant’s Caravan.
B. They shall be paid a yearly salary while they are employed under the Ducal Throne.
II. INTERNAL DUTIES
A. MERCHANTS PAPERS
1. The Ministry of Trade shall oversee the registering of artisans and merchants within the Ducal State and the distribution of merchant’s licenses.
a. Any practicing merchant must register under the State and receive their papers before beginning to buy and sell within the realm
B. THE MORSGRADIC MERCHANTS CARAVAN
1. The Ministry of Trade shall oversee the Merchants Caravan. The Ministers shall aid in the organization of routing, recruitment, and protection of the caravan. They shall also keep a detailed log of their exchanges.
C. COLLECTION AND DISTRIBUTION
1. The Ministry of Trade shall manage the registered laborers of the state in recruitment and organization. The Ministers, in tandem with the Treasurer, shall work to distribute salaries and necessary tools to the registered laborers, and also will oversee the purchase of collected resources from the laborers on behalf of the Ducal State. The Ministers shall also oversee the collection of exports of the Estates of Morsgrad.
D. THE MORSGRADIC FOOD INITIATIVE
1. The Ministry shall also be tasked with assisting the Duchess in her food initiative. The Ministers will, in preparation for feast days, divide stockpiled foods into rations to distribute to the people of Morsgrad.
III. EXTERNAL DUTIES
A. TRADE
1. The Ministry of Trade shall be responsible for meeting with allied nations in order to establish agreements of trade with the Ducal State for resources including, but not limited to; Crops, livestock, and construction supplies.
Writ en Namen De
HER GRACE, Eleanor I Edvardsson-Renai, Duchess of Morsgrad, Grand Burgess of Montburgh
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A Writ of Invitation
Issued in the Spring of 1739 by the Office of the Chamberlain
PREAMBLE
In accordance with the previous issue, The Estates of Morsgrad, our Ducal Throne and its Office of the Chamberlain has seen fit to invite three familial representatives to claim a seat among the recognised Estates of Morsgrad. Here we do elevate the following to do the sacred duty in ensuring the continued prosperity, unity and strength of Morsgrad, its prodigious wealth, military strength and sacrosanct faith.
THE HOUSE OF VILAC
The Ducal Throne does officially invite the PATRICIAN OF THE HOUSE OF VILAC - Headed by The Honourable Antonius Vilac, Prince of Vilachia, Duke of Krajia, Margrave of Styria, Lord of Vilacz, to claim a seat amongst our Estates on behalf of his family, swordsmen and crew. Lord Vilac has promised ‘The Mother,’ his men, his diplomatic prowess, and his family to aid and advance the Ducal State and protect the people of the realm.
The Ducal Throne does also see fit to raise Augustus Vilac to the position of Chancellor, and Antonius Vilac to the position of Vice-Chancellor. We do hope for their tenure to be filled with productivity and success in the name of the Ducal State.
Writ en Namen De
HER GRACE, Eleanor I Edvardsson-Renai, Duchess of Morsgrad, Grand Burgess of Montburgh
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The Duchess of Morsgrad proudly shakes the hands of Antonius and Augustus Vilac, speaking with them briefly before departing to draft their Ducal Letters of Invitation. With more of her people having arrived, she’s made comfortable by the welcoming warmth of pride, allowing out an almost relieved sigh as she settles within her desk chair, knowing her cousins would do well in the name of the State.
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A Duchess’ Lament
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It was a crisp and cold evening when the Duchess of Morsgrad decided to venture once more into the depths of her city. Accompanied by the First Steward and Lady in Waiting Marilena, the Duchess Eleanor’s intentions were solely on business associated with the city’s upkeep. As they found their way into the city square, however, the air shifted and sent a brisk chill down Eleanor’s spine. Three figures, named the All-Slayers, masked and hooded, stood within their path.
Held at the point of their captor’s blade and moving without protest, the ducal entourage was made to close the gates as they were hustled into their own keep. The three hooded assailants made quick work of the Duchess and her party, chaining them to the Duke’s own Ashwood Throne by their necks. Threatened with receiving brands, the Duchess whispered to her Lady, warning her that the pain wasn’t as bad as she thought it would be, as she herself had been branded once before. The shrieks of the two woman, as they were both branded on their arms, soon rang out through the Throne Hall, the scent of cooking flesh wafting towards the rescue party’s hiding spots. Eleanor, tugged forward by the chains around her neck, screamed for her husband, desperate for help. The masked figures threatened the assembly of captives, stating that they wouldn’t hesitate to spill the blood of the Duchess if any other than the Duke of Morsgrad himself entered. The rescuing party, who had climbed around the mountain’s face, remained hidden on the opposite sides of the pillars of the grand windows behind the Throne.
It was soon after this transpired that the party of rescuers decided to rush, led by Alaric, Lyanna, Septimus and the Duchess’ guard Draconius, arriving armed to the teeth to free her Grace and her Lady. The First All-Slayer who had stood by the Duchess was attacked from the side, stabbed through the middle by Chadmyr, a cowering Marilena shielding her eyes from the horror of the wound. The siblings of the Duke made a swift attempt at rescuing Duchess Eleanor herself, but found trouble with the heavy chains that bound her to the Throne. The All-Slayer lifted his blade once more, gazing down at the helpless woman.
“Please! No!” The Duchess wept, with a hand raised in attempt to shield herself from what was to come, “My baby!”
The Duchess was attacked in the moments after the failed attempt of escape, slashed deeply by the All-Slayer’s vicious blade. The long swathe carved into Eleanor’s skin was difficult to see, and her blood stained the red regal garments a deeper shade. Her safety became even more paramount as it registered to her subjects that she was months into her pregnancy, midsection now noticeably swollen.
Her fearsome assailant was killed a moment later at the hands of Draconius, Alaric, and an arrow to the head delivered by one brave woman named Rosie. However, in an act of what can only be explained as true and wicked witchcraft, the slain figure’s mutilated head combusted, sending destructive shrapnel erratically flying in all directions. To the dismay of one of the sorcerer’s partners in murder, one of the pieces of wayward bodily gore is what ended its own life. Such distraction gave the party enough time to rescue the ailing and wounded Duchess, alongside Marilena.
On their way to escape, the last of the All-Slayers, was overwhelmed and killed. The most courageous of these defeats was ushered in by the Duke’s own young sister, Lyanna, who ended the creature with a dagger plunged into its neck. It’s body was discarded over the ledge behind the throne, sending metal, bone and blood outward in all directions halfway through its free-fall.
A panicked rush of injured men and women to the clinic caught the attention of countless citizens, the Duchess’ blood staining the freshly fallen snow as she was carried by Alaric and Thora, along with that of the other wounded parties. Chaos reigned all around the small room in which Duchess Eleanor lay, fighting for her life, but in that room all was calm, akin to the eye of a storm. Draconius, injured in his own right, and Alaric worked together in order to quickly stitch and bandage the Duchess’ wound. It was only after a tense period of uncertainty and the use of steady hands that Her Grace’s severe back wound was stemmed from its bleeding. With the flurry of activity slowing, she lay on the bed and rested, under the close, vigilant watch of her loyal protector.
Though the events of the evening went unexplained and heavily questioned, the Duchess, her subjects and entourage would prepare for any follow-up incursion. An assault with such lethal intent rarely would occur without reason, and perhaps with some effort they might discover what that reason was, and uproot the source to prevent it from happening again.
The following day a funeral was held for the Councilman Kekzo who fell defending the Duchess, his loyal merchants and citizens alike mourning the loss.
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A big thank you to Joel and Matt for helping to write this, and to Lumii for the pictures ❤️
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Three Writs of Invitation
Issued in the Grand Harvest of 1738 by the Office of the Chamberlain
PREAMBLE
In accordance with the previous issue, The Estates of Morsgrad, our Ducal Throne and its Office of the Chamberlain has seen fit to invite three familial representatives to claim a seat among the recognised Estates of Morsgrad. Here we do elevate the following to do the sacred duty in ensuring the continued prosperity, unity and strength of Morsgrad, its prodigious wealth, military strength and sacrosanct faith.
THE HOUSE OF ROMANUS
The Ducal Throne does officially invite the PATRICIAN OF THE HOUSE OF ROMANUS - Headed by The Honourable Mr. Septimus Romanus, to claim a seat amongst our Estates on behalf of his wife and growing family. Mr. Romanus has promised to birth and raise many fighting sons on behalf of the Ducal State, and his wife to raise a wide array of livestock to maintain the civilians and soldiers of the realm.
THE HOUSE OF LYALL
The Ducal Throne does officially invite the PATRICIAN OF THE HOUSE OF LYALL - Headed by The Honourable Mr. Argyle Lyall, to claim a seat amongst our Estates on behalf of his wife and growing family. Mr. Lyall shall provide sons and brothers to the State Army, and those who will not take up arms shall focus on collection of resources and care of livestock for the Ducal State.
THE BURGHER KOGAMI and the TRADING COMPANY of SPEEDWAGON
The Ducal Throne does officially invite the owner of the TRADING COMPANY OF SPEEDWAGON, Mr. Kogami, to claim a seat amongst our Estates on behalf of his people. In inviting The Honourable Mr. Kogami to take his place amongst the Estates of Morsgrad, we do expect that this talented commercial company will contribute mightily to the financial prosperity of Morsgrad and its economy. May this elevation flood the streets and coffers of the city with gold and wealth, through which we may grow ever stronger.
Writ en Namen De
HER GRACE, Eleanor I Edvardsson-Renai, Duchess of Morsgrad, Grand Burgess of Montburgh
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3 hours ago, blackhand7 said:
You got some correct information to offer then? Because I clearly remember MY roleplay, do you?
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you deserve all my money
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1 minute ago, AtrexPieren said:
Arthur Sterling is very confused on how his people are being accused of attacking a merchant caravan since they had not let the information out.
The Duchess of Morsgrad comforts a young woman who had escaped from the attack on the merchant’s caravan, asking her once more to repeat the story of such a tragic event. She dabs her tears with a handkerchief and waves her servant girl over for another round of tea and honey.
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A Letter to Talon’s Grotto
Issued 12th of Malin’s Welcome 1738
To the Mr Arthur of Talons Grotto
It has been brought to my attention that the actions of your Grotto officials have placed my citizens in grave danger. Through ineptitude or malicious intent information was rendered to bandits enabling them to ambush and cripple one of our trade caravans.
This act is the grossest breach of the peace between our nations and an unfounded attack on the sovereignty of my people and my ability to protect, lead and govern my men. I am but forced to issue a denouncement of this action and to take further measures to both remedy this offence and ensure for the safety and wealth of my people that this is not repeated.
I am a benevolent man and offer you the following methods of resolution and redress, and implore you to follow them. To remedy your error, you must;
1. An apology, written and recited by yourself, published for public consumption and a copy of which you shall present to me personally.
2. Repay threefold the loss of minae, this price summing 15 000 minae, that the caravan suffered, or;
3. Return the goods lost by the caravan and twofold the price of the goods, this price summing 5000 minae,
A. The acceptable replacement for the goods lost shall consist of:
a. A Crate of Iron
b. A Crate of Alcohol
c. Twelve Diamonds
d. Five Bundles of Lapis
e. Five Bundles of Gold
or;
4. Thirty fine Horse, Ass, or Llama to further allow our caravan to prosper, or;
5. Forty head of cattle.
If you prove as equally fruitless in fulfilling this resolution as you do in protecting unarmed traders, a state of war will exist between the Holy Duchy of Morsgrad and Talons Grotto, and we will be making provision to prosecute the same. Your city shall be put to the flame and your citizens to the sword. Such a crime against my people cannot and will not go unpunished.
I pray you and yours make the sage choice, for the sake of your people.
Writ by
Ducal Scrivener of Morsgrad
En Namen De
Godric of Morsgrad
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this was good
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A Letter from the Duchess to His Imperial Majesty
Delivered Winter 1738
My dearest cousin,
His Grace and I both lament our lack of availability to meet with you in lieu of filing a complaint to your secretaries.
It is a pain in my heart to be the one who informs you of the misbehavior displayed by your emissaries, in this case a certain John-Henry Pruvia. Visits akin to that of such a foreign ambassador do require prior notice and confirmation from the Ducal Throne, and all such scheduled meetings and assemblies pass through myself. When your Ambassador found himself meeting with myself instead of his assigned quarry - my husband, he was visibly and rudely displeased, insisting that he was to only entreat with the Duke himself.
When informed that he would be able to return unhindered during an open court session, Lord Pruvia attempted to outrank me within my own lands, stating he would meet with my husband through his title as Prince of Oren instead of that of an Ambassador, without knowing my relation to you, dear cousin, and when made aware had nothing to say in his defense. Once more, he professed that he had been sent by your Imperial self, and that he had to complete his task. I told him I would write to you an excusal and an account of what had happened, so that yourself and his office had record that he did indeed travel and speak with myself.
When I subsequently offered a packed bag of goods to ensure his well-provisioned return to Helena, he refused outright. Rather than being safely escorted out by my swordsmen, he deceptively stated his desire to tour our beloved city, and instead stalked the streets for my husband to try and overrule my decision. Once Godric was informed that our visitor had already met with me, John-Henry received the same response - to attend court, and thereafter departed with nary a courtesy’s farewell.
This unfortunate display of petulance and immaturity is not something we take lightly or appreciate within our Duchy, and we do hope that future envoys are better trained to avoid unfortunate occurrences such as this one. Yet, we also graciously acknowledge that such things can happen, and so do not begrudge you for it. Indeed I, your dear cousin, hope to visit you.
We wish you a long reign and the greatest fortune.
Writ en Namen De
HER GRACE, Eleanor I Edvardsson-Renai, Duchess of Morsgrad, Grand Burgess of Montburgh
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Morsgradic Citizenry Census
Issued Year of 1737 by Eleanor
The inhabitants of Morsgrad are handed missives sealed with the red wax of the Ducal Throne by the Stewards of the City of Montburgh.
Upon opening the missive, they’d note two separate sheets: A letter, and a simple form.
Dearest Citizenry,
With the restructuring of the Estates, upcoming expansion and housing reforms, the Ducal Throne has deemed it necessary to issue an Official Citizenry Census. It is important that all citizens of the Duchy of Morsgrad fill out the form and return it to the Ducal Tax Collection Office as QUICKLY and as ACCURATELY as possible, so that they are recognized for State benefits and opportunities, and registered to vote for their Representatives, work under the Throne, and to be housed within the City of Montburg.
Sincerely,
The Duchess of Morsgrad, Eleanor
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The Estates of Morsgrad
Issued Year of 1737, by Eleanor
PREAMBLE
The Estates of Morsgrad comprised of the tribal clans, the Houses of Burghs, and the mercantilist Burghers, each bringing their own interests to the House of Estates in order to further their respective interests. The Estates of Morsgrad shall serve to give voice to the common folk of the Ducal State. Therein the Estates shall be empowered to compose law which shall be passed unto reality with the consent of the Hearth Council and the Ducal Throne. Herein the requirements to be recognized under one of these three categories, and thusly ascend to the Ducal Throne shall be codified. Furthermore, their powers, privileges and obligations shall
CLAN REQUIREMENTS
I. PRESENCE
A. A recognized clan of The Ducal State must have a clear presence within the Duchy. A requirement of four living blood members or bondsmen who reside within the city is the minimum number to be recognized.
B. The Clans must also contribute to the holdings of the Ducal Throne, and adopt either a specialization in an art or trade, or a material export.
II. HISTORY
A. Those families with a historical link to the nation or with historical status will be granted clan status. A reward for prolonged loyalty and for the cultural weight of the clan.
B. Must be acknowledged as an ethnic cousin of the nation as defined in the Nordlaw.
C. The Clan may not hold any feudal obligations outside of the Ducal State.
III. SEAT
A. The family must retain exclusive legal ownership of a property, holdfast, hall or Burgh within the confines of the Ducal state
B. The seat must not be held on loans, mortgages or in arrears on its taxes.
IV. DENOMINATION
A. The Patriarch or Matriarch of the clan must be a practicing Fatherist
B. Atheists, Pagans and Agnosts are not able to hold seat on the House of Estates
V. MEMBERSHIP IN THE ESTATES
A. Upon completing the above, a writ will be issued by the Ducal throne granting the appellant a writ of invitation. Granting official status to the family and inviting them to take a seat upon the House of Estates.
VI. OBLIGATION
A. Attendance of either Chieftain or A proxy upon the Assembly of the Estates once per year
B. Providing tithe of men or material to the Ducal State during times of war
HOUSE REQUIREMENT
I. PRESENCE
A. A recognized recognized House of the Ducal State of Morsgrad must have all of its blooded members recognized as citizens of the State by virtue of blood or by writ from the Ducal Throne or by the Hearth Council.
II. HISTORY
A. The House must be comprised of unblemished bloodlines, half breeds are barred from holding seat upon the assembly.
B. The House must be in good moral standing, cannot have a history of wytchery, of banditry, or sinful excess, or of treachery.
C. The House cannot hold any feudal allegiances outside the Ducal State
III. SEAT
A. The family must retain exclusive legal ownership of a property, holdfast, hall or Burgh within the confines of the Ducal state
B. The seat must not be held on loans, mortgages or in arrears on its taxes.
IV. DENOMINATION
A. The Patrician of the House, or its equivalent head must be a Practicing Fatherist or a Practicing member of Northern Rite Canonism.
B. Atheists, Pagans, and Agnosts are not able to hold seat on the House of Estates
V – MEMBERSHIP IN THE ESTATES
A. Upon completing the above, a writ will be issued by the Ducal throne granting the appellant a writ of invitation. Granting official status to the family and inviting them to take a seat upon the House of Estates.
VI. OBLIGATION
A. Attendance of either Patrician or A proxy upon the Assembly of the Estates once per year
B. Providing tithe of men or material to the Ducal State during times of war
BURGHERS
I. PRESENCE
A. A recognized Burgher must be a legal citizen of the Ducal State. Granted citizenship by virtue of blood, or by act of the Ducal Throne or Hearth Council.
B. The Burgher must make his mercantile ability known to the Ducal Throne by payment of Five Hundred Marks to the Treasury Office.
II. HISTORY
A. The Burgher must have a history of mercantilism and be currently exercising his trade within the confines of the Ducal State.
B. The House must be in good moral standing, cannot have a history of wytchery, of banditry, or sinful excess, or of treachery.
III. SEAT
A. The Burgher must dwell within the Granburgh and retain exclusive ownership of the property therein.
B. The seat must not be held on loans, mortgages or in arrears on its taxes.
IV. DENOMINATION
A. The Burgher must be a practicing Fatherist or a practicing member of Northern Rite Canonism.
B. Atheists, Pagans, and Agnosts are not able to hold seat on the House of Estates
V. MEMBERSHIP IN THE ESTATES
A. Upon completing the above, a writ will be issued by the Ducal throne granting the appellant a writ of invitation. Granting official status to the family and inviting them to take a seat upon the House of Estates.
VI. OBLIGATION
A. Attendance of either The Burgher proper or a designated proxy upon the Assembly of the Estates once per year
B. Providing tithe of coin, material, or mercenary to the Ducal State during times of war.
POWERS OF THE HOUSE OF ESTATES
I. POWERS, PRIVILEGES, AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE ESTATES
POWERS OF THE ESTATES, the Estates General are Empowered to
I. Pass law
II. Issue condemnation
III. Make appointments to the low council
IV. Allocate state funds
V. Adjust state tax
PRIVILEGES OF THE ESTATES, the Estates Individual are Privileged to
I. Unhindered Access to the House
II. Speak once on each issue in the House
III. Vote on each issue in the House
IV. Floor issues to the Agenda
V. Send a proxy to the House
VI. Abstain from Voting
OBLIGATIONS OF THE ESTATES, the Estates Individual are Obliged to
I. Be present at every Estate Assembly
II. Act in the interest of their familial or mercantile body and in the interest of the Ducal State.
III. Maintain the decorum of the House
IV. Be obedient in every respect to the Ducal Throne
RESTRICTIONS OF THE ESTATES, the Estate General are Restricted from
I. Legislating in regards to succession of the realm
II. Holding a session of the assembly without the consent of the Ducal Throne
III. Making any laws to the end of restricting the Ducal Throne
II. POWERS, PRIVILEGES, AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE DUCAL THRONE
POWERS OF THE DUCAL THRONE, the Ducal Throne is Empowered to
I. Remove any member of the seated members of the Estates permanently from the Assembly.
II. Veto any issue floored before the Estates.
III. Win any issue he provides his affirmation to regardless of vote count
IV. Do anything he wishes within the confines of Fatherist law
PRIVILEGES OF THE DUCAL THRONE, the Ducal Throne is Privileged to
I. Be the exclusive user of the Ducal Throne within the Assembly.
II. Do anything he wishes within the confines of Fatherist law
OBLIGATIONS OF THE DUCAL THRONE, the Ducal Throne is Obliged to
I. Hold assembly at least once a year
II. Provide a space for the Assembly to occur
III. Furnish a Chamberlain to chair the Assembly
IV. Ensure the security of the Assembly that it may occur
RESTRICTIONS OF THE DUCAL THRONE, the Ducal Throne is Restricted from
I. Nothing falling within the confines of Fatherist law
III. POWERS, PRIVILEGES, AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE HEARTH
POWERS OF THE HEARTH, the representative of the Hearth is Empowered to
I. Exercise a veto over any issue in the Assembly that is contrary to Fatherist law
PRIVILEGES OF THE HEARTH, the representative of the Hearth is Privileged to
I. Unhindered Access to the House
II. Speak once on each issue in the House
III. Vote on each issue in the House
IV. Floor issues to the Agenda
V. Send a proxy to the House
VI. Abstain from Voting
OBLIGATIONS OF THE HEARTH, the representative of the Hearth is is Obliged to
I. Be present at every Estate Assembly
II. Act in the interest of the Faith
III. Open and close the session with a prayer
IV. Provide guidance on matters of faith and morality
RESTRICTIONS OF THE HEARTH, the rep. of the Hearth is Restricted from
I. Voting on matters unrelated to Morality, Holy Law, or Faith
II. Veto any issue affirmed by the Duke
III. Use their Veto to supplant the Veto of the Duke
IV. Use their Veto to deny an issue floored by the Duke or on behalf of the Duke by a Ducal agent.
ON RECENT AFFAIRS
Concerning The Departed
Regarding recent turmoil within the Ducal State, those parties that do not make themselves present at the 4th Assembly of the Estates will be presumed to have voluntarily surrendered their status as members of the Estates. As a result all privileges rendered to those parties will be voided.
Concerning The Second Election of First Freeman
As Bodin’s term has now expired we shall elect a new First Freeman to represent the interests of the clanless citizens of the Ducal State. It is worth noting that only those individuals neither blooded in or bonded to an acknowledged clan may submit themselves for the position or vote for the available candidates. To become a candidate and to vote, one must be a citizen of the Ducal State. To that end those unsure of their status with the Ducal State should confirm with the most immediately available officer of the Stewardry.
My Prayers for all our citizens on the eve of battle, your humble servant
Godric,
ESTATE PROCEDURES AND ETIQUETTE
Opening the Estates
I. The Incumbent Overlord of Montburgh will enter the Chamber last after everyone has taken their seats and assume his seat, opening the session in the name of the Father.
II. The Chamberlain of the Seal will take attendance, noting those seated estates who are absent, represented by proxy, or present to the Estate Scribe. If a seated estate is absent without a proxy sent, a warning shall be announced and the meeting continuing on.
III. The Chamberlain of the Seal will then recite the Agenda, guiding the Estates through as quickly as possible, while maintaining order within the Chamber.
IV. All will have their turn to speak on a matter, and the Chamberlain will always open the floor at the end of the agenda for additions by the holding seats.
Behavior and Etiquette
I. Those holding seats are expected to act with the manners of a well grown man during Chamber sessions, and shall be given warnings for acting out of line and inappropriately.
II. If an issue has escalated to the point of endangering someone's safety or that it has delayed the precessions for far too long, guards shall be ordered to remove the holder of the seat from the Chamber so the meeting may continue without disruption.
CURRENT SEAT HOLDERS OF THE ESTATES
CLANSThe Clan of Edvardsson
The Clan of Fiscere
The Clan of Arden
The Clan of Mournstone
The Clan of Freysson
The Clan of Heodric
The Clan of Faretto
The Clan of Kaedric
PATRICIANSThe House of Tiber
The House of Renault
The House of Alstreim
The House of Carrow
Representative of the Freemen, the Clanless Citizens
High Keeper
Writ en Namen de
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Each essay seems to make its way into Eleanor’s hands. She reads them casually as one of her handmaidens carefully change the dressings that covered the poorly healing brand in the center of her back.
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The Eternal Crusade
Spoiler‘No longer’ Godric thought to himself, his visage cold, harsh weather and the demands of war bringing hints of grey to his young features despite having seen barely twenty five winters. He walked briskly from the palace, shrouded in silence amidst the night of falling snow. In his hand, a beacon blazed. A torch, filled to the brim with ashen sap its brilliance blinded those who would not shield their eyes. So forward Godric marched, down from the palace stairs, more and more men of the great cliffed city falling into line behind him as he’d slowly proceed towards the flaming tree set in the middle of the city. Turning he’d face the gathered crowd, each woken by whispers and shakes. Rising wearily from their bed by the hearth tender of each home. The Duke was about in the middle of the night, surely there was business afoot.
Silhouetted by the Ash tree’s glow the young Duke turned to address the folk of Morsgrad. “To every man, death cometh soon or late” he’d say, his voice barely audible above the crackling flames, a shadow of a whisper. “We have but one life” he’d snarl the famous passion of his ancient bloodline rising within him “And to each of us falls the divine imperative, it is not enough that we merely exist, nor is it sufficient for us to avoid sin in ourselves alone. No. There is a greater sin, a sin committed ignorantly by far too many of us.” he’d exclaim, his eyes afire as he’d fall silent for but a moment “Tolerance”, the word would hang in the air, spat as if a cursed word, a word clad in filth and all the foulness of the world “There is no greater sin than tolerance, for he who tolerates sin, abets it ENDORSES IT. If we are to obey the divine. We can no longer tolerate sin in any capacity” with this Godric would fall silent, once more the shroud of silence would fall on the gathered, interrupted only by the elegant dancing of the falling snow.
With a fierce coldness to his voice Godric would croak, as if he’d not spoken for an eon “On this year, the seventeenth hundred and thirty seventh by the reckoning of man, I Godric, Duke of Morsgrad, do invoke my holy lineage to declare crusade. Eternal crusade. We shall wage war upon the witch, upon the sinner, upon the demon. No stone shall be left unturned, no coven shall escape the fires of wrath, no foul wytch or sorcerer shall escape the pyre.” With that he departed from the square, leaving the townfolk alone to the silence, to their thoughts, to the snow.
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The Duchess of Morsgrad reads carefully over the invitation, offering a little nod and a placid smile at the idea of such festivities. Carefully between gloved fingers, she folds the letter once more, departing her chambers to find her husband and alert him of the celebration.
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Eleanor somehow finds one of the simply scribed letters in her hands, scanning it over quickly. Soon after, she reaches forward to tuck it between the reflective surface and wooden framing of her mirror, just under a sketchy bust of her brother Owyn, which she gazes upon both fondly and with pride.
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Meeting of the Morsgradic Estates
Issued Spring of 1736 by Eleanor
The Meeting begins with the marking of attendance:
Chief of Edvardsson | Present
Chief of Faretto | Present
Chief of Kaedric | Absent
Chief of Heodric | Absent, Representative Late
Chief of Arden | Absent
Chief of Fiscere | Absent
Chief of Mournstone | Absent
Representative of the Freemen | Absent
Patrician of Tiber | Present
Patrician of Carrow | Present
Patrician of Renault | Absent
Patrician of Alstreim | Present
Chaired by Alderwoman Eleanor Helena, the meeting follows her own itinerary:
Eleanor brings the soon-to-be published Citizenry Census to the Estate’s attention, and that those who do not complete the census will not be considered a Citizen of Morsgrad. She follows that visitors and non-citizens, especially non-humans, don't particularly have any rights within the city walls. However, registered citizens do now, and will have many to come.
The recent introduction of Armitage, the healers in ownership the clinic, raises questions on the cost of health. She opens suggestion and comment on the topic of free care for registered citizens, and priced care for the rest, while the government supplies a yearly grant to Armitage so they may afford the supplies they need.
The Patrician of Tiber notes that Healthcare money will be coming from the taxes paid yearly by Citizens.
The Chief of Faretto seconds this and notes that outsider costs for care should not be so high that they scare people away from assistance.The Duke reminds all that taxes have been halved after the previous Estate vote for them to be raised.
“Do the Estates agree on the Free Healthcare Act, for Registered Citizens through the Citizenry Census, alongside Government grants to Armitage through Tax Collection?”
All Chieftains and Patricians present call out in favor.
Unanimously Passed.
Eleanor gives a long-winded speech about long winters and hunger. She proposes a Government initiative: The Morsen Food Initiative, to distribute food to the Freemen of the State and those in need. She notes that the jobs created by the previous Occupational Recruitment will assist in the collection of materials to distribute and keep Morsgrad off the road to starvation, and that the Government is steadily hiring farmers, miners, and loggers with the intent of buying back the materials they collect, and that it provides a decent salary, and the stores the Duchy needs to provide for its people.
The Alderwoman continues, swiftly brushing over several topics. She mentions that the location of Morsgrad brings up concern of lacking harvests, and for this reason, she believes it would be wise to begin trade with allied Nations, buying and trading necessities that the state may struggle to produce itself. She notes that those collecting and transporting such goods would be paid handsomely.
Eleanor adds that during the short summer months, the state may continue as normal and pay its own farmers how it would its miners and loggers. She suggests that a priority upon expansion would be sectioned farms, available for purchase by the common man for crop harvesting and raising of livestock.The floor is here opened for the opinions of the Chieftains and Patricians:
Lord Patrician of Tiber suggests that he is able to write the King Pierce of Curon should the Estates wish to open trade with Allied Nations.
The Chief of Faretto suggests looking into breeds of livestock that would remain healthy through the winter months.
The Patrician of Alstreim makes no verbal agreement, but seems content with a few nods of his head.
“Do the Estates support the Morsen Food Initiative, including the development of farmlands and crop trade with Allied Nations?”
All Chieftains and Patricians present call out in favor.
“The Morsen Food Initiative has been passed unanimously and shall begin development in the year 1736.”Unanimously Passed.
Eleanor petitions the Estates for the opinion on the use of recreational drugs due to the suggestion of several citizens.
The Chief of Faretto: “Non! This should not be allowed or even debated!”
The Patrician of Alstreim: “Drugs are goblin degeneracy.”
The Patrician of Tiber: “No, never.”
Unanimously Failed.
The Estates are made aware by the Chief of Faretto that an entrance to the Temple has a location chosen and construction will begin soon.
The Heodric Representative, Azazel, arrives late:
Eleanor describes the idea for development of a hamlet outside the walls of Morsgrad. She notes that such a thing will be meant for refugees, and the Duchy’s laborers, mainly fishermen and farmers while they're working. Not much detail was provided with this idea, and so it was left to the Estates to discuss.
The Heodric Representative notes that men of his clan have wished for farmland, and would be grateful for such a development.
The Patrician of Tiber suggests that the Heodric act as the Governing Clan of the Hamlet.
Eleanor notes that the governing entity shall be discussed at a later time, and initiates a vote:
“Do the Estates approve of constructing a Hamlet outside our city for our laborers and those fleeing other nations?”
All Chieftains and Patricians present call out in favor.
Unanimously Passed.
The floor was then opened to the Duke and the Estates to raise any additional ideas and concerns, but none were presented at that moment.
The Duke closes the session the spring session of the Estates in the Year 1736Writ En Namen De
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A Missive from the Duke to the Pontiff
Respects and Well Wishes to the good Pontiff Daniel.
I shall take lack of Curates delegation as a lapse resulting from the vast demands of war. Rather than the insult it appears to be. I shall be sending a young ward of mine, an Edmund of Morsgrad into your care. He is precious to me, and to that end I expect his care to be of the utmost quality. For his leisure and pleasure I shall of course furnish appropriate funds. He has an insatiable appetite and a rather unfortunate taste for only the finest foods and drink. That aside he is of sharp wit and sharper tongue, occasionally prone to impudence. Perhaps he has developed a degree of arrogance due to his favoured upbringing in my own household. I cannot say for sure.
Regardless I render his education to you in the capacity of the Seminary at Ves. I do hope that once he has completed his studies therein he will be placed in the freshly designed Cathedral of my capital. In addition to his religious studies I will be hiring tutors of etiquette, diplomacy, warfare, horsemanship of history. I expect him to have the finest education available to mankind. Beyond that I shall be sending one of my personal guard to see to his security. Any harm that befalls him will not be taken lightly.
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The beautiful & noble, Eleanor Helena Renai, Alderwoman of the City of Montburgh, signs on behalf of Duke Godfric I.
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THE PACT OF VEKRAFT
Signed on the 21st of Bruce’s Welcome, 1736
The ‘Orcs’ of Vekraft and the Duchy of Morsgrad reaffirm, through devotion and determination in upholding this accord, their purpose of establishing and safeguarding a peaceful and stable realm. With this accord, they seek to promote stability and prosperity, as well as laying the foundation for a strong alliance in the years to come.
The Terms, agreed upon by both signatories, are as followed:
[ I ] : The Parties hereby agree that the cultural practices of either state should not be restricted or threatened by any signatories. Those who sign acknowledge the importance of the historical customs and heritage, promising to do everything within their influence to preserve such concepts when considered under threat by internal or external sources. In addition to such, as the Duchy of Morsgrad were the first contact that the ‘Orcs’ of Vekraft had with Humans, the ‘Orcs’ of Vekraft recognise them as the rulers of the snow lands. In return, the Duchy of Morsgrad recognise the ‘Orcs’ of Vekraft to be the true rulers of the sea by ancient right.
[ II ] : The Parties hereby agree to establish a defensive alliance and aid one another to restore the security, independence and integrity of their respective realms should an armed attack occur.
[ III ] : In the case wherein the far away seas of Vekraft or Mankind of Morsgrad finds it necessary to engage in offensive war, provided the mutual consent of both parties leaders, this pact may ascend into full military alliance for the duration of the conflict.
Those signed beneath pledge their names and respective nations to the terms in unanimity, bound by blood to the oath in which they commit.
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5 hours ago, rukio said:
((Since we’re doing these lame “thinking” emotes xd!))
Marlow would wonder how this common Renatian ***** could read her thoughts, or note anything that she was thinking or saying within the privacy of her own home. This would mean the woman was a witch, a user of the void, a crime punishable by death by Red Faith law. Furthermore, Marlow wonders how someone with such an ego about being important to the duchy of MORSGRAD could get the name wrong. She also wonders why a common filth dares presume she wouldn’t continue communication with old friends after her contract ended, despite having not been paid her promised book.
”Whores chase power through the works of others, strong Norlandic women acquire power of their own works.” Marlow would say to her dearest friend, her new father figure.
5 hours ago, Crevel said:Markus Arden takes a look behind his shoulder, the spire of the City of Morsgrad distancing itself with every step he takes. A crumbling exhale warms his shivering hands, “If Godric won’t respect Uncle Edvard’s traditions. I’ll find someone who will.” The freezing Arden child leaves Morsgrad, determined to find someone honorable to reclaim the throne in the name of Edvard II Edvardsson Ruric.
Duchy of Morsgrad, City of Montburgh. It’s okay to make mistakes you guys, ?.
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Elections for the Alder of Montburgh
in Kingdom of Norland
Posted
Elections for the Alder of Montburgh
Issued Spring of 1739 by the Office of the Chamberlain
PREAMBLE
The Office of the Chamberlain has seen fit to merge the Seats of Representative of the Freemen and Alder of Montburgh within the Estates. The Duchess has subsequently relinquished the responsibilities of the Alderwoman position so that the First Steward, Marilena of Montbugh, may serve as interim Alderwoman until the next election cycle is complete.
THE ELECTION
I. THE ALDER OF MONTBURGH
A. The Alder of Montburgh shall serve a four year [4 IRL weeks] term before the next election cycle begins.
B. The Alder of Montbugh will be paid a yearly salary as an employee underneath the Ducal Throne.
C. The Alder of Montburgh is granted one voting seat on the Estates of Morsgrad and is welcome to present any an all concerns and ideas before the Estates and Council. They are responsible for representing any Clanless and Houseless citizens, also known as the Freemen of Morsgrad.
D. The Alder will take charge of the organization of the Stewards of Montburgh and the Planning Committee.
E. The Alder of Montburgh shall not be a member of any of the Estates of Morsgrad, and rather one of the Freemen of Morsgrad.
II. NOMINATIONS
A. Any registered citizen of the Duchy of Morsgrad may nominate themselves and campaign for the position of Alder of Montburgh.
B. Those who nominate are required to declare so within the month [24 hours after this is posted], and present a speech before the citizens of the realm.
III. ELECTION
A. Only registered citizens of the Duchy of Morsgrad may vote in the election.
B. Any that submit votes and are found during counting to not be a registered citizen of the Duchy of Morsgrad will have their vote nulled and shall be fined FIVE Nordish Marks.
C. Voting shall open three months [72 hours after this is posted] after the start of nominations and campaigning.
Writ en Namen De
HER GRACE, Eleanor I Edvardsson-Renai, Duchess of Morsgrad, Grand Burgess of Montburgh
ALDERWOMAN, Marilena of Montburgh
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[!] Beneath the missive pinned to the Notice Board, is a form to fill and deliver to the Office of the Chamberlain. [!]
Should you wish to nominate, please fill this form to the best of your ability, and deliver it to the Office of the Chamberlain!
OOC:
IGN:
Discord:
RP:
Name:
Age:
Religion:
Why do you wish to nominate for the position of Alder of Montburgh?: