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YEARLY CALENDAR FOR THE DUCHY OF MORSGRAD
Issued Winter of 1735 by Godric I
For the purpose of organizing the annual events of the nation and alerting the Citizenry of our noble northern state as to the affairs of the realm. The Alder’s office, under the jurisdiction of Eleanor Helena Renai, has compiled a calendar of events that the Citizenry may make the appropriate preparations and scheduling decisions as to be able to attend. May the Father bless all the sons and daughters of Morsgrad.
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Astrid’s Day [Wednesday - October 2nd]
Deep Into the Northmarch - Boar Hunt
In an effort to ensure the safety of the Morsen people, Duke Godric I has announced the extermination of the boars running rampant within the wilderness of the Northmarch Woods. The last hunts have not been easy, especially the interruption from two slumbering polar-bears camouflage in the snow. Those unprepared have not returned home, and those who have, all severely injured. If you so dare ride to assist the Duke, prepare yourself to the best of your ability, for it will not be an easy task.
Meet in Morsgrad’s Square @ 6PM EST
Eirik’s Day [Thursday - October 3rd]
Tavern Games and Competitions
Join the Alderwoman Eleanor Helena Renai in a night full of competitions and tavern games. Prizes will be distributed to the winners of several competitions including archery and hand-to-hand brawls, and tavern games such as dice and drink-till-you-drop!
The Wolves’ Rest Tavern @ 4PM EST
Thoromir’s Day [Saturday - October 5th]
Meeting of the Estates
Duke Godric I summons the Chieftains and Patricians of Morsgrad for the Annual Estate’s Moot. An agenda has been so far been compiled by our Chamberlain, Haldun of Heodric. If any should desire to add to the agenda prior to the Moot, the Chamberlain encourages you seek him out as soon as possible.
Morsgrad’s Parliament Hall @ 2PM EST
Myro’s Day [Sunday - October 6th]
The Duke’s Wedding
This Myro’s Day, we shall join Duke Godric I and his betrothed, Eleanor Helena Renai, as they are wed within Morsgrad’s Palace. Those who are invited are welcome to attend the ceremony, and the following Feast to celebrate the newly-weds.
Morsgrad’s Palace @ 5PM EST
Writ en Namen De,
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Bound by Flame
The Wedding of Duke Godric I and Eleanor Helena Renai
Issued Winter of 1735 by Godric I
Bells toll cheerfully in the City of Montburgh, signaling the beginning of a day filled with celebration!
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The days leading up to the Duke’s wedding were ones lived at breakneck speed for all involved in preparations. The wondrous smells of the gifted Astrid Willow’s baked goods waft through the square, alongside the recognizable sear and sizzle of meats echoing from Bodin’s Butchery. Alongside them, the Palace Staff worked tirelessly, resetting the feast tables, dusting the banners, and stringing up new streamers and lanterns; No hands were left idle, for they had respected guests en route.
It is here we announce this wondrous occasion to our blessed guests. Those addressed are invited to spectate the union of Duke Godric I and Eleanor Helena Renai, followed by a luxurious feast to commemorate, and various other celebrations to match.
Below the invited parties may be found.
✦The Estates and Citizens of Morsgrad
The Warlord Tee’Rende, Lord of VekraftThe Imperial House of de Sarkozy and the citizens of the Crownlands
The Royal House of Barbanov and the citizens of Reza
The Royal House of Devereux and the citizens of Avalain
The Royal House of Helvets and the citizens of Ves
The Princely House of Alimar and the citizens of Rubern
His Excellency, Peter of Ves, Archchancellor of the Empire
His Excellency, Simon Basrid and the Rheynari People
His Holiness, High Pontiff Daniel VI and his clergy
The Blessed Diarchy and the citizens of Lareh’thilln
Writ en Namen De
October 6th @ 7:30PM EST
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[!] A finely penned letter would find it’s way by bird to the individuals, sealed with the red wax of the Duchy of Morsgrad.“The research & medical endeavors which are the focus of your group are intriguing to me - in Morsgrad, we have an uninhabited clinic ready for the taking; we should see fit on behalf of the Duke to offer this building to you to serve as an institution for your work. If this interests you, please contact me posthaste in writing, or in person within our great city.”
[!] Attatched is a map and directions to the Duchy of Morsgrad!
Take the main roads to Curon, and go towards Astorga at the split. Pass Astorga and continue following the road to Morsgrad. x1700, y-1700
My discord is sophia#6666 if you’d like to get in touch, and here is the link to the Duchy’s discord. Click!0 -
Morsgrad Occupational Recruitment
Issued Fall of 1735 by Eleanor
INTRODUCTION
Our Gracious Duke has seen fit to revitalise the dwindling palace experience that has overwhelmingly encompassed said halls; in this capacity he does look to seek out the appointment of numerous palace staff. It is within the hopes that the staff shall populate the palace, bringing life and warmth to its halls and serve the Dukedom and it’s ruling family and their guests with fervour.
In addition, the Alderwoman of Montburgh, Eleanor Helena Renai, is opening another category of occupations. In an effort to bring life to unsold storefronts and to our waiting farmland, she is summoning all merchants and artisans looking for a place to practice their craft, and all laborers looking for housing and a plot of land to harvest their favored crop or stock.
We urge anyone and everyone looking for a career, livelihood, or simply a fresh start to apply within a letter using the form below, or by finding the Alderwoman within the city of Montburgh.
SEEKING
Merchants, Artisans, and Government
We are seeking anyone who considers themselves skilled in a skilled craft such as, but not limited to, blacksmiths, brewers, tailors, jewelers, those skilled in the culinary arts, etcetera. The Alderwoman is also seeking to hire those willing to travel to neighboring cities in order to spread and sell the finest goods of our lands.
The Duchy also fully supports those whose strengths lie in the arts, such as, but not limited to, painters, musicians, actors, etcetera. We aim to create a place where you will find yourself able to practice and perform comfortably and happily, both within the court and for our citizens.
Lastly, our Duke still seeks to fill several government positions within the Duchy, including the roles of Treasurer and Banker. The Alderwoman is seeking two additional capable applicants to fill steward roles within the city.
All shop owners are guaranteed an accompanying home free of additional charge for as long as they are in ownership of their shop, and positions under the Government of Morsgrad are paid a yearly salary and are guaranteed housing as well.
Palace Staff
With the reconstruction of the Duke’s palace, he wishes to maintain and active workforce that will loyally serve his family, the Council, and all respected and honored guests. He is seeking positions such as, but not limited to, Ladies in Waiting, Handmaids and Servants, Chefs and Butlers, Stable-boys, etcetera.
All palace staff will receive yearly salary for their work, and bonuses, when earned, granted by the Duke and his family, or the Council. They shall all receive accommodation within the palace or a home somewhere else within the city. Additional opportunities to succeed shall always be offered to those staffed within the palace, including monetary bonuses and rise in rank.
Laborers
In order to ensure the success and safety of our state, we require able bodies to keep our stores filled through the chill of winter. We are seeking laborers such as, but not limited to, farmers, miners, hunters, loggers, etcetera.
The Duchy shall provide tools to ensure the success of our laborers, and farmers shall be granted land to harvest the crop of their choice, or raise the stock of their choice. All laborers will be ensured accommodation within the city.
APPLICATION
OOC:
IGN:
Discord:
RP:
Name:
Race:
Age:
Position Interested In:
If you were to be a merchant or artisan, will you travel in a caravan?:
If you were to be a merchant or artisan, would you want a shop?:
Additional Skills and Notes:
Look at me!
SpoilerWe encourage RPers NEW and OLD to apply for any position listed. We are interested in involving everyone. New players will be offered assistance and guidance on how to run an RP business, or open a shop, and will be granted the supplies, materials and space to help make what THEY want to do happen. If anyone has any questions at all, don’t hesitiate to ask in the commnets, or PM me on discord at sophia#6666
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A Missive from the Duke
Issued Winter 1735
The unblooded man is always he who thirsts most for blood. Once more we stand on the precipice of disaster. Once more we, leaders of the mortal realms commit untold thousands to die. The sky is filled with the missives of war, promises of bloodshed and conquest, threats and boasts. Their senders, unblooded, untested in war. Yet assured of their victory and dominance in the arts of war. The fae eldar. Savages to a one. So primitive they still lay amongst the beasts, cloth themselves in rough fur and leaves. So craven they burn their own homes rather than face their foe. The Fenn, a race with the unmatched record for most losses in war, not to mention their proclivity for sexual degeneracy.
My own nation is one of the few who have known war. Known her harsh humours as one comes to know the humours of a lover. Endless days spent sleeping under a foreign sky, dreaming dreams of men about to die, screaming in fear as their fate unmanned them. Witnessed the tides of blood flowing from the gates and walls of Helena after that most brutal of sieges. We, children of Morsgrad have known war more than any who know beat their chest as apes. We Morsen, of both Renatian and Nordish descent fled the Heartlands to avoid further war. As a boy I watched the corpses of my uncles, my fathers, my brothers, my friends all pass me by. Each carried to the pyre upon their shield. The Great war bled my people dry. Yet you are all so eagre to run headfirst into the butchers maw. Not knowing what lurks beyond.
The savage elves killed an Orenian envoy in cold blood. I have no knowledge of affection for the man. But by my oaths I am obliged to once more send my precious citizenry to war, as my forebears have done so many times before. For this, most grievous of crimes. There shall be no forgiveness. There shall be no peace, no surrender, should the lands of man lie destitute. The last imperial dead on the field. Then I welcome the savages to come and die on the cliffs. Your cities will burn as they have burned before. I shall put your filthy people to the sword. I shall salt your fields, fell your trees. Only when death finally takes you will you know peace.
Before us lies only victory. The nation of war marches.
To those seeking refuge from war. Seeking peace in times of chaos. Who fear for their lives, for their security. To you I open my gates. Within Morsgrad you shall find shelter, food, and warm clothing. My soldiers. Greatest in the world shall protect you. And within my walls you shall come to no harm. I am a peaceful man forced to war, but where we may. Let us preserve peace, and the sanctity of life. May the lord have mercy on us all.
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The Morsen Mark Act of 1735
Issued Spring of 1735 by Godric of Morsgrad
The necessity of the Mark in ensuring the economic health of the nation can be underestimated. As its use has allowed us to control our own finances. Enabling us to issue salary to our soldiers and agents of the state. A practice other nations have largely been unable to practice due to the spurious nature of mina income. To such a degree I must assert my sovereign authority of Duke of this State to preserve the prosperity of the Morsen people dwelling within my demesne.
To formalize existing convention, the employment of the global ‘Mina’ as a medium of exchange is forbidden within the confines of Morsgrad in all cases. Its employment by foreigners or domestic merchants or private actors is outlawed. It is expected that all exchange, finance and taxation be conducted in the medium of the Morsen Mark, older Nordish Marks minted prior to 1735 will also be accepted.
Writ en Namen De
Godric, Duke of Morsgrad
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YEARLY CALENDAR FOR THE DUCHY OF MORSGRAD
Issued Fall 1735, by Godric I
Scribed by Eleanor Renai
For the purpose of organizing the annual events of the nation and alerting the Citizenry of our noble northern state as to the affairs of the realm. The Alder’s office, under the jurisdiction of Eleanor Helena Renai, has compiled a calendar of events that the Citizenry may make the appropriate preparations and scheduling decisions as to be able to attend. May the Father bless all the sons and daughters of Morsgrad.
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Sven’s Day [Friday - September 27]
CONSTRUCTION OF A WAR CAMP
Initiated by the Duke Godric I, the human allies against the Orcish kind will march to Vintas with their men in order to begin construction of a shared war camp. All are asked to bring whatever they can to ease the demand of materials.
Rally at your respective cities, before marching to Vintas @ 4PM EST, 9PM GMT
Thoromir’s Day [Saturday - September 28]
MEETING OF ESTATES
As per usual, the Duke Godric I calls the Chieftains and Patricians of Morsgrad for an annual meeting to discuss the future of the state, issues and concerns of the Clans and Households, and any necessary voting.
Morsgrad’s Palace @ 2PM EST, 7PM GMT
A Preview of the Year 1736
Highland Games – An event for all Highlanders to display their strengths in a series of competitions and games in order to win their glory and their weight in gold. The games will be accompanied by a feast, with food served only from the greatest and most qualified establishments of Morsgrad.
Writ en Namen De,
Godric Edvardsson Ruric, Duke of Morsgrad
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Morsen Governmental Salaries
Issued Fall 1735 by Godric I
Scribed by Eleanor Helena Renai
As the state of Morsgrad steadily increases in scale, the bureaucratic apparatus of our Duchy must expand in lockstep. To this end, it has become necessary to specify the salaries of those servants of the state to ease the governance of the realm. The salaries of our various offices shall for the time being stand as follows. To that end, we hope that all Morsen folk dedicate themselves to the service of our great state and offer themselves up for service.
ALDERMAN
The Alderman of Morsgrad shall be paid through a commission of 5 Marks from each housing or apartment unit they successfully sell to a citizen. Bonuses will be granted for specific tasks, including but not limited to city-wide events and parties, steward recruitment, census distribution, and collection.
STEWARDS
The Stewards of Morsgrad shall be paid through a commission of 5 Marks from each housing or apartment unit they successfully sell to a citizen. Bonuses will be granted to those who assist the Alderman in his or her duties upon their request.
MARSHAL
The Marshal of Morsgrad shall be paid once per year a total of 25 Marks, and will be granted bonuses for specific tasks and missions, including but not limited to raids, city defense, guard training, and recruitment.
CHANCELLOR AND CHAMBERLAIN
The Chancellor and Chamberlain of Morsgrad shall be paid once per year a total of 25 Marks and will be granted bonuses for additional tasks outside their normal duties.
TREASURER
The Treasurer of Morsgrad shall be paid once per year a total of 20 Marks, and their subordinates, the Bankers of Morsgrad, shall be paid once per year a total of 15 Marks.
CASTELLAN-ENGINEER
The Castellan-Engineer of Morsgrad shall be paid per construct on the day of completion.
Writ en Namen De
Godric I, Duke of Morsgrad
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Eleanor takes a deep breath, before beginning to edit her extensive ledger, editing the tax prices accordingly with the petition.
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A FINALIZED SCHEDULE & ADDITIONAL DETAIL:
The Funeral will begin @ 5PM EST and The Coronation will follow just after.
The Feast will take place outside of the Keep, where guests will be able to listen to live music while they dine on the finest foods and drinks of Morsgrad, and say a toast for the newly crowned Duke.
Activities and Competitions will begin shortly after, and will consist of:
Archery: Everyone will be allowed their turn, for a small entry fee of 1 Nordish Mark (or 10 Minas), to fire at a select number of targets in order to win prizes of several tiers.
Auction: The Duchy of Morsgrad will be offering many rare and exquisite items, ranging from jewels and perfume to armor and weapons.
Lottery: The Bank of Morsgrad will be holding a lottery, for anyone to try their luck! Prices will be announced at the Festival.
Sparring and Dueling (CRP and PvP): The people of Morsgrad and all guests are invited to participate in the ring, with events monitored by a referee. The current events planned include:
- 1 on 1 hand-to-hand- 1 on 1 swords
- 2 on 2 swords
Should another option be desired, we shall do our best to accommodate day-of.
Plenty of other attractions shall be taking place over the duration of the festival, and we do hope you make an effort to come!1 -
Theodosia Tiber smiles, proud of how her family has come along.
Eleanor reads curiously, before moving to seek out the Tiber patriarch, with a basket of gifts and a ledger filled with ideas to celebrated the new construction.
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A Day of Lament and Rejoice
The Funeral of Edvard II and the Coronation of Godric Edvardsson Ruric
3rd of the Snow’s Maiden, 1734
Scribed by Eleanor Helena Renai
The sudden demise of the Edvard II has left the people of Morsgrad in a state of shock and despair, all longing to see their friend, father, and Earl one last time. Stabbed five times over in a gruesome brawl with Vladimyr Rosik of Eiriksson, his death was proved to not be in vain, for he settled the long-lasting blood feud between the clans of Edvardsson and Eiriksson.
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"Father, we free your son Edvard from his tainted flesh. That he may be judged by you and taken into your halls."
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We invite all citizens and esteemed guests to join us in a funeral procession through the streets of Morsgrad. Memories shall be shared and prayers sung in order to honor our late Earl, before all may witness the strength of the flame, and the release of his soul to the hands of the Father.
Following Edvard II’s funeral, is to be the coronation of his own son, Godric Edvardsson Ruric within Edvard’s Rest. The people of Morsgrad eagerly await his ascension to Duke, speaking prayers for a prosperous and lengthy reign to come. The day thereafter will be devoted to celebration. Following a feast featuring the delicacies of the city, we shall fight, drink, and dance all through the night until we drop. Competitions and activities for all, including archery contests and a sparring pit of fists and swords, will be arranged with prizes and coin for the winning few.
The recipients of invitations to stamped and sealed with crimson are as follows;
The Imperial House of de Sarkozy and the citizens of the Crownlands
The Royal House of Barbanov and the citizens of Reza
The Royal House of Helvets and the citizens of Ves
The Black Prince and the citizens of Rubern
The Princely House of Suffolk and the citizens of SuffoniaThe Diarchy of Haelun’or and the citizens of Lareh’thilln
The Vice-Chancellor of the Imperium, Lord Simon Basrid and the Rhenyari people
The Church of Canon and the Pontiff Daniel VI, and his clergyWrit en Namen de
HIS LORDSHIP Godric Edvardsson Ruric, Duke of Morsgrad, Grand Burgrave of Montburgh, Chieftain of the Edvardssons, Bulwark of the Faith on Earth
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Anya scans over the notice as it’s passed to her by one of her handmaidens. Her lips tug into a simple smile, eyes sparkling with the excitement of a child. “Finally,” She murmurs, placing it aside on her desk before striding across the room to her steadily growing wardrobe, “An excuse to wear a new one.”
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VOWS UNBROKEN
A Ceremony between Crow and Dragon
[!] The Coat of Arms of the Houses Barbanov and Alstion
ISSUED AND CONFIRMED BY THE OFFICE OF THE QUEEN-CONSORT MILENA EKATERINA
1732
Va Birodeo Herzenav ag Edlervik,
Riddled with strife and conflict, the Royal House of Barbanov and Princely House of Alstion have finally resolved to come together. Since the death of Princess Analiese of Bihar, and her son Prince John of Alstion’s subsequent venture to seize her familial throne, discourse has surged amongst the lines of Barbov and John.
With their marital union and wedlock, Prince Otto and Lady Anne shall bind their Houses beneath GOD’s watchful glance until their respective demises.
The Ceremony shall be held in the Basilica of Fifty Virgins, the heart of Haeseni’s bountiful capital, Reza. Succeeding the proceedings, a feast shall be held to commemorate the occasion within the Prikaz Palace.
Below, invited parties may be found.
The House of DE SARKOZY and the Nobility and Citizens of Helena and Adria
The Houses of DRAGONBLOOD and the Nobility and Citizenry of their respective holdings
The House of BARBANOV and the Nobility and Citizens of Haense
The House of DEVEREUX and the Nobility and Citizens of Curonia
The House of HELVETS and the Nobility and Citizens of Kaedrin
The House of KHARADEEN and the Nobility and Citizens of Khalestine
The House of ALIMAR and the Nobility and Citizens of Rubern
The House of STAUNTON and the Nobility and Citizens of Westmarch
The House of SUFFOLK and the Nobility and Citizens of Suffonia
IN NOMINE DEI
HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, PRINCE OTTO TUVYIC OF HAENSE
THE RIGHT HONORABLE LADY ANNE OF HOUSE ALSTION, THIRD COUNTESS OF ALDENBURG
[SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8th @ 5PM EST – Basilica of the Fifty Virgins, Reza, Haense]
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Ny’laathria sniffs the paper, and then eats it.
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Theodosia Tiber sits comfortably within her refurbished tea shop, behind the grand desk on the third floor. Curled up in her favourite chair, she reads over her nephew’s missive, eyes sparkling with pride as her lips tugged into a smile filled with an almost motherly warmth. “He is so much smarter than many Statesmen of current could ever even dream to be.” The woman then moves to delicately set it down on the desk, in a pile of the young Tiber’s previous works and drafts, keepsakes and reminders of his growth and intelligence. “The boy will do so well in this world.”
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woah
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can i pay you for art
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theodosia says yay
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“come to fenn” a brown woman screeches, so loud from the mountaintop, this poor sap would most definitely be able to hear
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theodosia grimaces.
“y’all wilin’”
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✣ Morsgrad Occupational Recruitment ✣
in Kingdom of Norland
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Eleanor notes that the taxes have been halved in a vote to reverse the estate’s original decision to raise them and that the Willow’s were still happily housed and employed within the City of Montburgh. She wonders how those who have outcasted themselves could make such ridiculous statements and assumptions on the happenings of Morsgrad, when they are no longer involved or all too knowledgeable on the day-to-day due to their business in their ‘new nation.’