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Ross is already a cursed child 😭 poor thing.
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"O' what a rare and enduring joy it is to be able to marry my kin niet once, but twice. First mea borsa, and now vy Irena. Ea pray vyr union endures and brings you the same joy and comfort I have found in my service to Godan." The Bishop mused as he prepared his prayerbook and cleaned his chasuble for the coming wedding.
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Thy hath committed sin in abundance, thou men of green. Though thy contrition may be true, mere words cannot rectify unholy acts. Submit thyselves to trial in the ecclesiastical court of the province of La Doreda, to seek penance. Grace is not granted, but earned; thou has taken the first step upon the stairs of Godan's mercy. I pray the courts of Hyspia treat thee all with the justice in kind. IN NOMINE DEI His grace, Bishop of Andrikev, Royal Chaplain of the B.S.K, Royal Alderman, Court Chaplain to the Sovereignty of Hsypia
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Published on this, 9th of Horen’s Calling, Anno Domini 2001. 1. Opening Prayer 2. My Appointment 3. Hyspian Clergy 4. Establishing a Seat for the Diocese 5. A Reminder of the Faithfuls' Rights and Duties Opening Prayer We pray to you in these trying times that we find cause, For Jubilance amongst the drudgery of life. For even though skirmishes and conflict ravage your lands, There is still much joy to be had in the peace we can find. The Birth of a child, the Marriage of a Couple, the Baptism of a new faithful; For all these minor blessings we thank you dearly. Allow us, your most dedicated and holy servants, To act with piety and grace in all our duties, And serve those of our flock with the utmost skill and dedication. Never allow our hearts to lack faith, nor our minds to wander, Even as heretics and blasphemers test your endless mercy, We endure in your Grace despite all. In Nomine Dei, Et Nomine Exaltus, AMEN. My Appointment As I am sure most of my flock is aware, my appointment to the Diocese of Andrikev is a very recent development. I would foremost like to offer my sincerest thanks to the Curia, in particular Franz Cardinal Godwin, and Villorik Cardinal Jorenus for their recommendations that I be raised into the episcopate. Blessed be their names, and let us pray for their continued excellence in service to GOD and their respective peoples. The will of GOD is expressed through his church and I have no doubts within my mind that His decision be that I take up this post, and faithfully serve the flock of Andrikev to the fullest extent of my ability. To those unfamiliar with me personally, I am Alaric Walter Valkonen, Bishop of Andrikev. Though my heart will always belong to my homeland of Haense, I will not let my personal love of my countrymen inhibit my services to the non-raev of this diocese. We are all children of GOD in equal measure. I encourage all members of my flock to meet me personally, if you so wish. I am most often found in the Aleksandrplatz Plaza of Nau Valdev. Elsewise, I often visit the Holy See and will be making many more trips and visits to Hsypia henceforth and hereafter. Please send any and all correspondence to me if you have questions, inquiries, requests or notices relating to any ecclesiastical business within the Diocese of Andrikev. To briefly clarify, the Diocese of Andrikev covers all territories west of the river lehy, ending roughly before veletz according to historical maps of the territory; thusly, if you live within this territory, these Bulls and my services are applicable to you. In particular, the Sovereignty of Hyspia is the largest province within the diocese, and my duties will be concentrated within the realm. The Hyspian Clergy In the recent Saint’s Days, I have been in close contact and discussion with Her Serene Highness, Xiomara I regarding the needs of Hyspia, in ecclesiastical matters. To my dismay, the Capital is in need of many services, which have been neglected in years past. I seek, with haste tempered by wisdom and caution, to rectify these various issues as Follows. Parish Priests As it stands, the Capital city of Hyspia, for some time prior to my appointment, has lacked an actual Parish Priest; a permanent, dedicated representative of God to serve the community. H.S.H Xiomara I, has informed me that various members of the citizenry wish to take up the cloth. To expedite the assignment of clerics to the city, I am personally accepting any Acolyte to come under my tutelage, in training for their eventual ordination, or a continuation of their lay services within the Diocese. As it stands, the following positions are sede vacante and will be filled once the Clergy of Hyspia has a properly established presence within the nation: Pastor of La Dorada This is the permanent parish priest for the ecclesiastical province of La Dorada, Hyspia. Must be an Ordained Priest. Preferably Hyspian. Vicar of La Dorada The Vicar’s role is to aid in the tasks of the Pastor; essentially an assistant/deputy to the office of the pastor. Must be an Ordained Priest. Preferably Hyspian. This role is to be appointed by the Pastor of La Dorada at their discretion. Deacons Deacons remain members of the laity, promoted from Acolytes without ordination. They are not permitted to perform sacraments on their own, but may assist a Vicar or Pastor in their duties, take care of church properties, and provide other services. There is no set office or quantity of deacons; as many as wish to serve may. In the coming Saints’ weeks, as necessary, additional posts may be established should there be a sufficient need for a community within Andrikev to have a dedicated agent of the church at their service. SO come ye faithful children of Godan, seek myself if you wish for your induction into the most holy Priesthood of the Canon. There are few higher expressions of faith than utter and total dedication of one’s life and career to GODAN. I eagerly await candidates for these offices. Establishing a Seat for the Diocese As it currently stands, to the best of my personal knowledge, the Diocese of Andrikev lacks a seat for its spiritual leadership. To rectify this, various options are being considered for the construction of a cathedral which will serve at the center of the Diocese. Foremost among them are; The Reconstruction of the Church of Blessed Francisco into a proper cathedral. (In the coming weeks, I will be consulting and coordinating with H.S.H Xiomara I on this potential option.) The acquisition of land in a central location within the diocese for the construction of a Cathedral, with the potential for a monastery to be connected to the building proper. I would humbly encourage anyone who would like to support this project, to offer donations of skill, coin, or land for the construction of this most holy site to be a gathering place for the faithful. It is only through the devotion of the whole, that such projects are achievable; any donations will be most appreciable in this effort; GODAN smiles upon thee kindly patrons who fund the efforts of His Clergy. A Reminder to the Faithful of Rights’ and Duties’ All pious canonist citizens are blessed with the services of the church, and the rights of the faithful. Whether this be the matrimonial sacrament, consecration, confession, or simply friendly advice from a member of the clergy; however these privileges are not granted without condition. The duty of all canonists is to aid in upholding the laws of the church, those great tenants based on the fundamental principles of justice and virtue. Thus, I humbly beseech the flock of Andrikev to report any and all violations of canon law to myself, or a parish priest, to investigate the matter and adjudicate the necessary punishments for these sinful transgressions. Do not fear repercussion from the accused parties; for whether they be vindicated by God's light, or condemned for their sins, no harm shall come to GOD’s witnesses. This is a crucial obligation for the expulsion of sin and the denunciation of vice; one every good canonist ought to consider their personal duty. The procedure for a petitioner to initiate a case against a violator of canonist law is to report the individual, with any possible evidence or witnesses to the violation, to the pastor of the ecclesiastical province in which the violation occurred. Until parish priests are appointed within the diocese, that is myself, Alaric Bishop Andrikev. Thencely, a trial will be held to determine the guilt, penance of the violator. I will personally preside over any such trials until a pastor is duly appointed to the La Doreda. On the matter of the execution of HOLY JUSTICE, Arkel Wolf, an Acolyte of the Holy Mother Church, is hereby appointed as an officer of the diocese; he will be tasked with protecting members of the clergy and apprehending violators of holy law. Of course, his duties will not intrude nor conflict with the legal frameworks of the Sovereign territories within Andrikev. The Church fully respects the laws and traditions of canonist states and shan’t interfere with the dispensation of secular justice. In the future, should the need and interest arise, I will consider the formulation of a small order of officers to carry out these duties on a larger, more organized scale. It is the duty of every faithful to not only avoid sin, but repudiate it when it occurs. Concluding Remarks In conclusion, I wish to express the many opportunities that await the faithful and clergy of andrikev. Though historically this diocese has been oft’ neglected, I intend to reinstall lost fervor, and invigorate myself and my flock to serve God, their community, and themselves in the best way possible. Andrikev shall blossom into the most beauteous image of faith, piety, and righteousness in the coming days, weeks, months and years. For all this, we pray. IN NOMINE DEI His grace, Bishop of Andrikev, Royal Chaplain of the B.S.K, Royal Alderman, Court Chaplain to the Sovereignty of Hsypia
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Issued by the Office of the Bishop of Andrikev, in the year 2000. A Retinue of young soldiers reflects upon the Saints that guide their efforts. In Dedication to Saint Karl “The Boulder” Barbanov; namesake of the most pious and stalwart Brotherhood of St. Karl. O’ gather ye merry soldiers and attend here the legacies of warriors, knights, and kings who still extoll their virtues to us all from beyond the grave. Oft’ we believe that our duties as canonists to this world ends as we grace the Seven skies above, and for most, this is generally true. Most of us will simply leave behind fond memories, ashes and our possessions to be held and cherished anew by kin. Yet some, the most righteous and excellent among us, leave behind a name, the very essence of themselves; those we come to recognize as Saints. Those Holy individuals who bless us with their ordained miracles, aweing, inspiring and invigorating even the youngest page, and even the most grizzled veteran. O’ canonist soldiers across aevos, allow me to remind and enlighten you as to the very beneficiaries of your battles, the patrons of your patrols, the guardians of your gates; THE SAINTS OF WAR & BATTLE I must first begin by offering my thanks to Ser Rickard of the Brotherhood of St. Karl for inviting me to give a sermon on this very topic; and his subsequent recommendation that my speech be transcribed into a more lasting form; Spasiba to vy. Equal thanks is owed to the authors of the Legenda Sanctorum, or The Lives of Saints. Their excellent volumes on the holy lives of our most revered Saints has proved invaluable in the creation of this supplementary document. Blessings upon you all. I have also written a small prayer dedicated to each of the Saints’ listed here, to encourage renewed connection between the common soldier and these blessed heroes of eras bygone. ST. KARL BARBANOV Patron of Strength, Fortitude, and Prisoners of War Karl Barbanov, Son of Emperor Alexander of the Holy Orenian Empire, would become the namesake of the Brotherhood of Saint Karl, the armed forces of the Haense; his spirit is invoked to this very day for the protection of haeseni soldiers, and for glorious victory in their endeavors. All his life, even when surrounded by opulence and the temptations to stray from GOD, did Karl maintain a close and strong connection to the creator. It is a testament to his unwavering faith, that while surrounded by heathens throughout much of his life, their saulician dogma and heretical teachings never did sway him. Furthermore, upon taking Castle Hiebenhall , his very first project was the erection of St. John’s Chapel; Yet make no mistake, he did not merely give order for the construction of this holy place, he took upon himself to lay every single brick of the chapel until it was complete. An astonishing feat, demonstrating the willpower and strength god imbues in his most faithful disciples. It was St. Karl’s early conquests that would reunify the Northern realms under a singular banner, bringing humanity ever closer to its ordained unity under GOD. His final act as a mortal upon this plane, was a noble deed beyond compare. As the walls of his city crumbled around him, terror and fear inspired by a massive, monstrous worm devouring citizens and buildings alike; an idea dawned upon him. He recalled the explosive cache his Grandfather had left behind, likely intended to destroy walls or mine ore. St. Karl decided they had a better use; the obliteration of the beast. He dived into the worm, clutching powerful explosives in his hand, sacrificing himself for the safety and protection of his citizens. His sacrifice reminds us that in the line of duty; our lives are not our own, and we should be willing to sacrifice anything so others have to sacrifice nothing at all. Miracles: Lifting Boulders off of trapped soldiers during the Battle of Kraken’s Watch, after receiving a prayer; their salvation came for those holy soldiers. The Brelus Granaries, which were constantly plighted by pests and rot, were safe evermore after an icon of Blessed St. Karl was installed in the granaries. A traveling monk caught in a terrible blizzard was saved by a golden light sent by St. Karl to guide him out of the storm In Reflection of St. Karl’s Valour, Let us pray: The Soldier’s Price Blessed Saint Karl, Instill your endless courage, In every warrior of GOD, That they understand the valor of faith, And forever place themselves ‘fore the weak, That when the arrows loose, and the flails strike, That no innocent shall ever pay The Soldier’s Price. In Nomine Dei, et Nomine Exaltus, AMEN. ST. EDMOND OF LACHSIN Patron Saint of Knights, Hospitality, Baronial lords, and the Auvergnian People Named Ser Edmond Brunswick, A veteran of countless wars, he began his great deeds in the Order of the White rose. He was particularly renowned for his Mercy; though his reputation for valour was of equal import, and earned him a Knighthood, under St. Peter, King of Kaedrin. He eventually settled down after years of battle, as a landed Knight; humble and hospitable to all who sought refuge in his lands, even offering mercy and protection to elves, fleeing persecution. Even in his retirement, when the call of duty sounded across the Auvergnian lands, he rose up with his men and fought once more until GODAN called him to the skies as he perished on the fields of battle. Miracles: During a Duel betwixt two knights, one attempted a most foul move; poisoning the end of his blade. Curiously, he accidentally cut himself, mumbling in Auverginain, a tongue he never knew, as he died; likely caused by the intercession of St. Edmond. After his death, at the Battle of the Bridge, an Urguanian flanking maneuver was revealed to Orenian Officers by having their swords burst into flame, and levitate in the direction of the planned attack, giving them valuable tactical info. The Chivalric Ode O’ St. Edmond, In life and in death you strove for Honour, Dignity, and Mercy; We Beseech thee, in humility and genuflection, GRANT us Chivalry, That we may uphold your legacy And inspire in our most heartless foes And our most stalwart brothers, The Virtue of Honor. In Nomine Dei et, Nomine Exaltus, AMEN. ST. EMMA OF WOLDZMIR Patron Saint of the Schism War, Soldiers, Loyalty, Valour against odds and Adrians. St. Emma came from chaotic origins, born into the House Vladov, as entropy reigned within her kin. It is said, one evening, she dreamt of a Grand Battle, trying to aid those holy armies in their strife, but none could hear her pleas. Awakening, she found herself still tortured by this vision, and was inspired to take up the Sword; in hopes her strength would be seen, unlike her voice that went unheard in her dreams. Eventually, she found herself in charge of the entire canonist coalitions forces, at the precipice of the Schism wars. With nothing but her piety and will, she would bring victory to the canonist forces and GOD. Miracles: During the Bloody Ducal War, an Adrian woman with her babe were distraught, accidentally caught in the Battle of Barrowyk. But Lo; a mysterious arrow shot forth from the skies, right beneath the woman's feet, sending her tumbling underneath the keep to find a secret exit. Later in the Dukes’ War, some Adrian Soldiers begged for St. Emma’s Intercession; to which she happily did, as an apparition she revealed herself, leading to Zealous fervor; she led the troops in the battle against the exocommicant’ Titus De Sola, and won a crushing victory. To Wield Faith Saint Emma, Your Faith you wielded as A weapon greater than hammer or sickle; Teach us pious brothers and sisters, How virtue can be Sharper than steel, As quick as a bolt, And unyielding as the tallest shield. In Nomine Dei, et Nomine Exaltus, AMEN. ST. PETER OF GAERKIN The Patron saint of Military Orders, Victory in Battle, and Plight Against Heathens. It was this nobleman who aided in the founding of the Order of the white rose, he was relentless and unfailing in his strife against heathens, and eventually rose to kinghood and the rank of Emperor of the Imperium. Miracle: An Elven Heathen once wandered into the capital of Kaedrin, to convert and corrupt righteous canonists, to lead them away from god; but as he passed a bush of roses, it burst into flames, burning the elf enough to make him flee and abandon his heathenistic mission. The End of Heathens O’ St Peter, You knew throughout your life, The greatest threat to humanity and to god, Was those foul creatures who, Infiltrated and shook the faith of honest men. Help us to root out these, Beasts of iniquity, That we may never be deceived by, Snake-tongued vermin, The Enemies of God. In Nomine Dei, in Nomine Exaltus, AMEN. ST. OTTO II OF HAENSE The Patron of Crusaders, Family, and Charity St. Otto, one of the great kings of the Haense, was known especially for his humility all his life. He saw a great economic and cultural boom of the haeseni people, as the nation flourished under his great reign. He was personally responsible for the creation of many medical institutions, as well as institutions of faith- and the first irrigation system in the nation. He donated immense funds to canonist charities, and helped revive theologically based science in the nation. As the third crusade broke out, St. Otto played an important role as a leader of the canonist forces. He, alongside other generals, succeeded in the immense task of capturing the pagan capital of the enemy forces. His memory is beloved by clergyman and haensemen alike, and he is venerated throughout the Holy Mother Church for his countless blessed deeds, and honored by his descendants and the citizens of the realm of the Haense for integrating faith back into the institutions of the nation. Miracles: During the bloody conflict of the Rubern War, the imperial army suffered a great many losses. The only major victory of the entire war came after New Rezan soldiers invoked the name of St. Otto II, and routed the enemy forces with ease. A soldier in the same way, stuck behind enemy lines nearly died; except after a prayer to St. Otto, the barrage of arrows that almost claimed his mortal life, were miraculously stopped amidst the air, giving him time to flee into the city of New Reza. Renewal of Faith O’ St. Otto II, You returned to GOD what was his, And renewed the pious devotion of your people. It was by your hand, your charity, your fidelity, That you modeled what a true child of god should be. In these trying times, we ask that you inspire us once more, To renew our own faith, and return to the path from which we stray. In Nomine Dei, et Nomine Exaltus AMEN. LET US never forget those great warriors, those GREAT men and women who embody the ideals of Brotherhood, of Holy Righteous War, of Vigilance and Might. Let these Blessed Saints live in your hearts, bring fortune and success to every arrest, skirmish, and conquest of all good canonists, that is undertaken, forevermore. IN NOMINE DEI His grace, Bishop of Andrikev, Royal Chaplain of the B.S.K, Royal Alderman
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A Note would be pinned beneath the main post announcing her election in Aleksandrplatz. FROM THE OFFICE OF ROYAL ALDERMAN FATHER ALARIC: I wish to offer Grand Maer Lujza my sincere and heartfelt congratulations. I look forward to cooperating with you on legislative matters in your coming term. May the coming term be a fruitful one for the Duma and the Haense. Krusae Zwy Kongzem. Signed,
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Casus Belli Dei God’s Justifications for Holy and Righteous War In Dedication to Exalted Owyn, Patron of War, Fire and Purity. “Crush your Foes, Holy Owyn, As you did when you led to people, And smote them from skulls to greaves! Take pity upon me, wretched and lost am I And rescue your faithful servant.” Litany of Intercession of the Rite of Oywn As the Robertine Crusade rages across the continent, and as the Holy Nations of the Canondom find success after success, we must consider that these victories are only achieved through the grace of GOD. It is a sign of His Favour that countless military successes follow the armies of the canondom, but the questions remains: What is God’s Justification for this war, or any war? It is thus we turn to the theses of past scholars, and the Holy scrolls for insights into this matter. Though this matter is of theological importance, it also bears weight on the success of a conquest. A Just Holy war will always succeed; it can thusly be assumed that failed conflicts must have lacked the necessary Casus Belli Dei. Therefore, it is the goal of this essay to define what exactly is a Just and Holy war in the eyes of the LORD. I. ON THE HOLINESS OF VIOLENCE First, we turn to historical precedent in our search for definitional proof. The Scroll of Gospel proves most enlightening in this matter; proof here lies that war, o’ that most vile and vicious of conflicts, can indeed be practiced by Holy men, in a righteous way: “Though the people of Edel were virtuous, they were steeled by warfare, and neglected prayers in favor of battle. They were cold and had no mirth in them, for Edel was the last good kingdom of Horen’s people.” Gospel, 4.3-4 The Edelites represent the first mention of warfare and virtuousness within the same polity. It can thusly be understood that strength of arms can coincide with virtuousness; indeed we see that the last holy kingdom in the time of Edel, was itself. This is the first establishment of warfare as a noble and holy art, and thusly there can be no question that some war is inherently righteous. This dismisses any concerns that violence, in all it’s forms, is unacceptable to god. II. THE PREVENTION OF SIN & REJECTION OF SLOTH Let it be understood; to fail to act to prevent sin, is to commit a sin it it’s own right. The Scroll of Virtue advises us against the wretched transgression of sloth: “ So I am the Most High, and in pursuit of My Virtue, I bid my faithful this: You shall not be idle, nor forget your duties in favor of sloth.” - Virtue 4.6 GODAN Bids us to never forget out duties; our duty of diligence extends beyond the home, beyond the township, beyond the nation to the entirety of the world. THAT an egregious transgression against HOLY VIRTUE taketh place in another village, or still further yet another nation, is not an excuse for slothful ignorance and complacency. Thus, we must consider that Holy Violence and Holy War is justifiable on the grounds of; 1). Preventing another from commiting sins of a grievous nature. 1.1) In the anticipation of sin being committed. 2). The avoidance of the sin of slothfulness by failing to prevent sin. These are the chief and foremost reasons, according to the very word of GODAN that we must engage in Holy War against Saulician filth and Iblessian servants. III. OF AUSPICE AND STRIFE O’ ye pious brothers and sisters in GOD, we now turn to the Holy Scroll of Auspice delivered by Exalted Sigismund, telling of the end of days for examination. We see, that paradise, though indeed eventually achieved by the children of GOD, is not gifted, granted nor bartered for through wit and guile. The achievement of PARADISE is only through a toilsome strife against the Ibeelsian ilk who will seek to corrupt and degrade all that is Holy and Right upon this world. Yet friends, do we not see this very day, the same unholy servants of the Archdaemon himself acting at his behest to pervert all we belove? Though the end times hath not yet arrived, we must understand that STRIFE and BATTLE is not reserved for circumstances so dire; but rather that Auspice represents the vigilance and fervour we must take up NOW, lest we find ourselves inexperienced in the ways of battle, and unfamiliar with the great toll it will cost to achieve the greatest reward there is, Paradise. It is ONLY through VIGILANCE, BATTLE, and GREAT STRIFE today do we truely ready ourselves for the day Saulician Forces rise up in a number beyond count, and try to claim what is GOD’S. Though our Blessings are given to us, beyond our deservedness and beyond reproach; VICTORY is never costless and TRUMIPH is never granted. GOD will always lead us to RIGHTEOUSNESS, but the resounding call of JUSTICE can only be answered by those who FIERCELY fight to uphold it. IV. FLAMENISM, TO REIGNITE A DYING FLAME It brings my heart great sorrow to hear so little of the great Flamenist tradition of clergyman in this truely trying and dark times. It is my hope to lend some weight to the reignition of this dying tradition of the faith, in the hopes fellow clerics will take up the Flame of Oywn, once more, and use it as a light to guide the militant faithful. I direct those who might find themselves holding reservations against flamenist methods of faith, to Father Raymond’s Adhemer’s Thesis, On Flamenism for greater insights into the sect. Hereafter, let there be no fear that our militancy is anything but the highest expression of GOD’s will and of our wholehearted Faith. Signed, Royal Alderman, Chaplain to the Brotherhood of St. Karl
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"A burgeoning nation finds it's place within the Canondom. It's beautiful to see the Republic Blossom. GODAN bless ze republic." Father Alaric mused with soft smile, as he took his evening stroll.
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DOWN WITH THE BERRY BUSHES! Vote for Milodrag!
Lortime replied to Totalitarianism_'s topic in Royal Duma
Father Alaric quietly tapped his desk as he glanced over the excommunication petition that sat in front of him, increasingly tempted to fill it out for his fellow, dear, Jorenic clergyman. "Milodrag.. remind me who decided to ordain you..?" -
"This is the kind of Citizen of that truly cares about God and ze haense. Ea will personally introduce the matter in the Duma, mea constituent." Father alaric would beam with pride at his fellow citizens' zealous enthusiasm for faith.
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Exalted Sigismund Graces the Haeseni ☨ In Dedication to Exalted Sigismund, Our Saviour. To High Pontiff Ro’eh Tzon, The Curia, And all Canondom, Hear our testimony. O’ Blessed be this day that I compose this letter in recognition of the unmistakable blessing brought upon the holy city of Nau Valdev. As an unholy darkness did encompass the city, and vile darkspawn fell upon our gates, our salvation came to us from the SKIES. The Tomb of Exalted Sigismund shone brighter than the most sacred star, as light engulfed the citizens and darkspawn alike to only banish these foul wretched beasts from the city. In attempting to determine the most accurate timeline of events for posterity and investigation’s sake, I hath conducted interviews of those present and their evidence presents the events as follows: As testified to by Her Royal Highness, Lady Palatine Milena Anastasya, & Lord Stanislav var Ruthern, & Myself, Father Alaric Valkonen It begun as the sky darkened over Nau Valdev, with various citizens gathered near the gate planning an excursion to search for a lost boy. It was as if a shadow had passed over the land, a voice rang out threatening harm. Her Royal Highness bid the citizenry to take shelter within the Basilica of St. Joren and the Broken Chains, to which many heeded his instruction. A distinct sense of dread washed many in the city. Then visions began; everyone began to see themselves and others warped into horrid abominations. Even the children appeared to be gripped by these wretched demonic transformations. Her Royal Highness speculates the intention was to deceive and turn the citizens of the city against each other, having them murder each other in the false belief their countrymen were corrupted into beastly beings. A sinister voice acted as the harbinger for these most wicked visions. It claimed to be a being of immense power, unstoppable might, mocking the citizens for their attempts to find safety in a sacred place of GODAN. (Note, young Miss Ipera Var Ruthern mentioned the voice was similar to the voice that struck Vidaus.) As the situation grew increasingly dire, Her Royal Highness, called upon Exalted Sigismund, blessed be his name, to intervene, from atop his ceremonial tomb within the city. She asked him to defend the people, his descendant- and thus, Light did emerge in a fashion most awesome and breathtakingly, and thus spoke a voice: “BEGONE!” And so, the darkspawn that wrought most wicked illusions upon the haeseni, were banished in an instance by the light and word of Exalted Sigismund. Though this is all that occurred within Nau Valdev that day, it is worth noting that during a joust in Vidaus, Patriarch Villorik and Lord Stanislav were set upon by visions of a ritual, being held deep, down beneath the mountain Castle Morteskvan sits atop. It is the suspicion of Lord Stanislav that these events are intertwined. We Report unto thee, from Highest Cleric to the common parishioner, these events so you may both be prepared against any such dangers to come, and may rejoice in knowing the exalted ones still grace us with their Holy protection to this very day. It is my personal recommendation that further investigation be undertaken by the Holy Mother Church to uncover possible pertinent information in our tireless crusade against all wicked things and the darkspawn that plague our Holy Land. Signed,
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Father Alaric, would raise a brow at the announcement as he read the day's missives and posts. "Da, this is a Joyous occasion, but time will tell if true reformation has occured; and whether GOD's virtue lives in the heart of the new king. A Shepherd's job does niet end because his flock has matured." He would sip on some carrion black, curious at what the future held for the Apostolic Kingdom.
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FROM FAITH COMES UNITY, FROM UNITY COMES STRENGTH Eja, mea fellow citizens. It is mea pleasure and joy to announce my Candidacy for Alderman of the Royal Duma for this coming sitting. My platform is relatively simple, and perhaps predictable; but if anything, predictability is the best trait for a elected representative. I wish to be a voice for the Canondom, and all our faithful citizens within the duma. This city is indeed a pious one, and I personally find is shameful our legislative body lacks a representative who is both accountable to the people and GOD. Those who know me, have heard my words and seen my actions; I boast no mindless fanaticism, and am a balance cleric who values the lives of my flock and the tenants of His Supremeness in equal measure. Simply, I wish to provide the input of the faithful into all legislative actions undertaken by our most Royal Duma; scrutiny that would ensure the the children of GODAN are heard, and accounted for. I look forward to your support, LIGHT PRESERVE THE HAENSE! LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM 1. The Establishment of a Weekend School for the faith-based education of our youth. As I'm sure many parents of the haense already know, I personally tutor many of our nation's young mind's in matters of faith, particularly the basics of the scrolls and virtuous behavior. I and I think many Haeseni citizens would appreciate a funded and holy education system established in our nation. 2. The Introduction of a proper civil lawsuit resolution system; as it stands, the haense has a competent legal system for handling criminal disputes, but the resolution of civil matters has not been well thought out. I intend to introduce legislation to create a tribunal for civil dispute resolution. 3. Offering personal dedicated time to listen to any and all petitions the citizenry wish to have passed along and introduced within the Duma. I have no intention to govern off exclusively a single vote; I will regularly engage with my electorate. Everyone knows I'm often simply relaxing in the plaza, perhaps the most accessible priest and soon alderman (I pray!), within the nation. Signed,
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Father Alaric would smile, as he read the notice in the plaza, sitting in his usual chair. "Eam proud Acelia, you're turning into a fine young women- and apparently a wunderful host."
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Full Name of Man - Elisei Arpad Ivanovich Date of Birth of Man - S.A 162 Name of Woman - Gavrila Gianna Galyovna Godunov Date of Birth of Woman - S.A 167 Location of Ceremony - Basilica of St. Joren and the Broken Chains, Nau Valdev Date of Ceremony (Year) - 199 SA Name of Clergyman who performed ceremony - Father Alaric