JoanOfArc

Karina Reyne knew what the war meant, and ever year, she begged for peace from everyone. When the armies of Haense came to their doorstep, and she saw a body be offered to her, it was expected. She wondered what her father would do. She let the priest take the body and burn it. Returned were ashes. "What are ashes to my brother?"

Father Temesch hugged his son as he entered the seven skies. "Took you long enough, pukio..." He said to him. "Now, I was meaning to ask you about my monocle-- I cannot really see up here-- What? You gave my monocle away? There was a long sigh, but ultimately it ended with an embrace.

Father Temesch smiled down from the heavens to his son. What a based and redpilled son of his.

Éowyn Nullivari-Ibarellan was never fond of the cold, let alone beasts of the cold. The news of penguins was something they neither enjoyed, nor found fond of. However, the idea of using them in beast battles did seem... enjoyable.

Saskia would not this affront to their honor be made and requested a trial by combat against this enemy. In a follow up press conference from this night's debacle, they publically stated, "The lamprey pie was, in fact, not good. It was terrible! The worse! Some say his wife wishes for his death so they can finally eat fast food like the Grub Bucket!"

Saskia van Aert, at a press conference, remarked that Agent [REDACTED] did not intend to burn the whole entire the Cathedral. It was a freak accident. The fire going up in flames was not intended to happen when several molotov-cocktails were thrown. "We report no deaths, but we wish there were some. I mean--" several Church officials scream, asking for comments as they were told that there will be no questions today.

PACTVS DOMINORUM BELLORUM FOEDUS VELEC ET NEW HORDE In the year 20 of the Age of Rights and the Age of Reckoning In the year 156 of the Second Age BY THE UNWAVERING AUTHORITY OF THE STATE AND THE REPUBLICAN MANDATE BESTOWED UPON THE ILLUSTRIOUS CHAMBER OF HEIDMEN, WE HEREBY ISSUE THIS IMPERIOUS MISSIVE, RESONATING WITH THE EMINENT VIRTUES OF HONOR, DUTY, LIBERTY, FRATERNITY, VALOR, AND WISDOM. WITH THIS COMMUNICATION, WE ENLIGHTEN THY READER UPON THE INTRICACIES OF STATECRAFT AND UNVEIL THE CURRENT AFFAIRS THAT ENGAGE OUR SOVEREIGN REALM. In a sincere rekindling of camaraderie, we, the League of Veletz and the New Horde, steadfastly renew our commitment to the Almighty and to each other. With the formalization of this accord, we dispel the shadows of doubt and past discord, boldly declaring our collective aspiration: May a symphony of harmony, tranquility, and unwavering resolve resonate across the expansive tapestry of humanity and orcish lives, weaving together kindred spirits from different realms in shared purpose. In the spirit of righteousness and mutual understanding, the following articles have been mutually agreed upon by both parties: Article I: Sovereignty I. The League of Veletz and the New Horde hereby concur to acknowledge the autonomy and sovereign prerogative of each respective realm, and acknowledge the edges of the Desert as the absolute division of each parties’ territorial claims. Article II: Mutual Guarantee I. The League of Veletz and the New Horde hereby pledge to refrain from engaging in any acts of aggression or military hostilities against one another in any manner. II. In addition, this commitment encompasses the preservation of the right to unrestricted movement of their respective citizens between the signatory nations. III. The citizens of either party shall refrain from accepting military commissions or engaging in mercenary employment from any state with which the other party is involved in a state of war. Article III: Military Alliance I. The League of Veletz and the New Horde agree to a defensive military alliance, in which any hostilities from a third party against any one of them will be viewed as an attack against the both of them. II. The League of Veletz and the New Horde confirm and declare that should either party intend offensive military undertakings against a third party nation, then, if in defence of their independence aforementioned, Article III clause I comes into operation; if the declaration of war shall be with intent to conquer, humiliate or any other reason than defence of independence, then they shall immediately consult the other party for assent, for both parties declare that above all the interests of their own inviolable sovereignties are taken into account. III: The League of Veletz and the New Horde agree to settle any dispute between them or in which they may be involved through diplomatic means in such a manner that this alliance and the laws of The League of Veletz and the New Horde are not endangered. IV: The League of Veletz and the New Horde agree to consult together whenever, in the opinion of either of them, the territorial integrity, political independence or security of The League of Veletz and the New Horde is threatened. Article IV: Extradition I. The League of Veletz and the New Horde hereby consent to a reciprocal extradition provision, whereby a citizen of either nation, provided there is justifiable cause for their arrest, may be apprehended and subsequently transferred to the jurisdiction of the courts in the territory where their alleged crime transpired. II. In such instances, an Extradition Request must be formally submitted by the judicial authorities of the first party's state to the Horde Speaker or Captain-General and the Council of Heidmen of the second party for approval. III. Legal representation for the defendant may be provided by the judicial representatives of the nation from which the citizen or subject originates. Article V: Diplomatic Exchange I.The League of Veletz and the New Horde collectively affirm the principle of diplomatic exchange between their respective governments, aimed at fostering dialogue and mutual understanding. In accordance with this, the New Horde shall dispatch a temporary envoy to the League of Veletz, and reciprocally, the other party stands ready to attend diplomatic meetings at the behest of the Horde Speaker's Government. II. The League of Veletz and the New Horde jointly endorse the principle of diplomatic freedom, emphasising the inviolability and immutability thereof. This entails that envoys and government messengers shall enjoy unrestricted movement within the territory of each party. Furthermore, they shall not be subject to prosecution by local or national authorities for any civil or criminal proceedings unless their home country explicitly waives their entitlement to such immunity. III.The League of Veletz and the New Horde retain the prerogative to formally expel a diplomat whose actions are deemed to have substantially undermined the national integrity and order of either party's realm. IV. The League of Veletz and the New Horde have agreed, as a sign of enduring friendship, to engage in a mutually beneficial exchange. Netherite, sourced from the rich mines of the Midlands, will flow in harmony in exchange for the Copper extracted from the bountiful mines of the Desert. Article VI: Duration I. The League of Veletz and the New Horde hereby stipulate that this treaty shall remain in force for twenty years. II. Should any of The League of Veletz and the New Horde desire to enact modifications to this treaty in the future, they shall engage in consultations with the others to deliberate upon substantiated alterations, in order to prevent the potential dissolution of this agreement through mutual consent. III. Upon the expiration of the treaty's stipulated duration, The League of Veletz and the New Horde reserve the option to petition for an extension, to be collectively considered, should it be deemed advantageous to both parties. HIS GRACE, Gaspard of the House van Aert, Captain-General of the League of Veletz,the Bull of Middelan, Duke of Middelan, Bannerlord of Velec, Protector of the Midlanders HIS GRACE, Valentin of the House van Aert, Duke of Blackvale, Count of Pestilles, Patriarch-Dynast of the Pertinaxi, Heidman of the League of Veletz HER LADYSHIP, Saskia of the House van Aert, Heidman of the League of Veletz

PACTVS NOLI SOLIVS FOEDUS VELEC ET CELIA’NOR In the year 20 of the Age of Rights and the Age of Reckoning In the year 156 of the Second Age BY THE UNWAVERING AUTHORITY OF THE STATE AND THE REPUBLICAN MANDATE BESTOWED UPON THE ILLUSTRIOUS CHAMBER OF HEIDMEN, WE HEREBY ISSUE THIS IMPERIOUS MISSIVE, RESONATING WITH THE EMINENT VIRTUES OF HONOR, DUTY, LIBERTY, FRATERNITY, VALOR, AND WISDOM. WITH THIS COMMUNICATION, WE ENLIGHTEN THY READER UPON THE INTRICACIES OF STATECRAFT AND UNVEIL THE CURRENT AFFAIRS THAT ENGAGE OUR SOVEREIGN REALM. In a heartfelt renewal of friendship, we, the League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor, reaffirm our unwavering loyalty to the Almighty and to one another. With the signing of this treaty, we cast aside the doubts and boldly proclaim our shared vision: May harmony, tranquility, and steadfastness prevail across the vast expanse of united Midlands and beyond, uniting high elves and humans in common purpose. In the spirit of righteousness and mutual understanding, the following articles have been mutually agreed upon by both parties Article I: Sovereignty I. The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor hereby concur to acknowledge the autonomy and sovereign prerogative of each respective realm, and acknowledge Midlands Divide as the absolute division of each parties’ territorial claims. Article II: Mutual Guarantee I. The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor hereby pledge to refrain from engaging in any acts of aggression or military hostilities against one another in any manner. II. In addition, this commitment encompasses the preservation of the right to unrestricted movement of their respective citizens between the signatory nations. III. The citizens of either party shall refrain from accepting military commissions or engaging in mercenary employment from any state with which the other party is involved in a state of war. Article III: Military Alliance I. The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor agree to a defensive military alliance, in which any hostilities from a third party against any one of them will be viewed as an attack against the both of them. II. The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor confirm and declare that should either party intend offensive military undertakings against a third party nation, then, if in defence of their independence aforementioned, Article III clause I comes into operation; if the declaration of war shall be with intent to conquer, humiliate or any other reason than defence of independence, then they shall immediately consult the other party for assent, for both parties declare that above all the interests of their own inviolable sovereignties are taken into account. III: The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor agree to settle any dispute between them or in which they may be involved through diplomatic means in such a manner that this alliance and the laws of The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor are not endangered. IV: The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor agree to consult together whenever, in the opinion of either of them, the territorial integrity, political independence or security of The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor is threatened. Article IV: Extradition I. The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor hereby consent to a reciprocal extradition provision, whereby a citizen of either nation, provided there is justifiable cause for their arrest, may be apprehended and subsequently transferred to the jurisdiction of the courts in the territory where their alleged crime transpired. II. In such instances, an Extradition Request must be formally submitted by the judicial authorities of the first party's state to the Princess of Celia’nor or Captain-General and the Council of Heidmen of the second party for approval. III. Legal representation for the defendant may be provided by the judicial representatives of the nation from which the citizen or subject originates. Article V: Diplomatic Exchange I.The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor collectively affirm the principle of diplomatic exchange between their respective governments, aimed at fostering dialogue and mutual understanding. In accordance with this, the Principality of Celia'nor shall dispatch a temporary envoy to the League of Veletz, and reciprocally, the other party stands ready to attend diplomatic meetings at the behest of Her Highness's Government. II. The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor jointly endorse the principle of diplomatic freedom, emphasising the inviolability and immutability thereof. This entails that envoys and government messengers shall enjoy unrestricted movement within the territory of each party. Furthermore, they shall not be subject to prosecution by local or national authorities for any civil or criminal proceedings unless their home country explicitly waives their entitlement to such immunity. III.The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor retain the prerogative to formally expel a diplomat whose actions are deemed to have substantially undermined the national integrity and order of either party's realm. Article VI: Duration I. The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor hereby stipulate that this treaty shall remain in force until the majority of Her Highness, the Princess: that is to say this treaty and its functional articles shall remain extant for twenty years. II. Should any of The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor desire to enact modifications to this treaty in the future, they shall engage in consultations with the others to deliberate upon substantiated alterations, in order to pre vent the potential dissolution of this agreement through mutual consent. III. Upon the expiration of the treaty's stipulated duration, The League of Veletz and the Principality of Celia'nor reserve the option to petition for an extension, to be collectively considered, should it be deemed advantageous to both parties. HIS GRACE, Gaspard of the House van Aert, Captain-General of the League of Veletz,the Bull of Middelan, Duke of Middelan, Bannerlord of Velec, Protector of the Midlanders HIS GRACE, Valentin of the House van Aert, Duke of Blackvale, Count of Pestilles, Patriarch-Dynast of the Pertinaxi, Heidman of the League of Veletz HER LADYSHIP, Saskia of the House van Aert, Heidman of the League of Veletz Her Excellency, the Honourable Princess Royarch, Illyria Ibarellan, The Prophesied, The Reclaimer and Phoenix of the Principality of Celia’nor His Excellence, The Prince Royarch, Aevar Ibarellan, The Unyielding Guardian of The Principality of Celia’nor His Royal Highness, Former Prince, Illarion Ibarellan, Retired Lord Chancellor of Celia’nor

It's over.

Saskia van Aert, while under the influence of multiple bottles of wine, reassured her cousin many, many times she would read his work and correct any mistakes. "You know you are my favorite author, cousin!" She never ended up reading it.

Kato Eren checked his clock, which he had set for the time of the treaty, had not gone off. He stared upward to the darkness of the sky as the clock read midnight. He did eventually get a hold of a copy from the treaty from his grandfather (after being beaten for being late). He told his grandfather, "This is a certified Lector moment."

"Father Stainslaw... a true choice to succeed the Seat of the High Pontiff. A living saint is needed in these times." Staunchly said Priestess Milena Carrion-Tuvyic.

In a cozy nook we've sown, From troubles, far we go, With friends and kin, our hearts mend, Our secret haven, a place to befriend.

Saskia van Aert wrote a raging letter detesting the King of Hanseti-Ruska for multiple issues. It was a passionate affair, this letter, filled with every complaint she ever had with him, ending with the death of this poor Aaunite man. It was a true magnum opus, describing every fault they had. Alas, when the letter came to the court of Haense, the ink was muddled from rain and illegible.

"Lectors." Promptly screamed out into the distance in the hidden city underneath the cherry blossoms. The Samurai Eren 'Aurumhandu' of Clan Kato emerged forth, knowing what he had to do.

Saskia van Aert had met Tylos recently before and saw the true potential in the boy. A true righteous warrior in the upcoming ages. She offered a brief recommendation to support any venture in Veletz, or if he needed funding abroad, that too. She feared when the boy turned eighteen, that he would be on opposite sides of the battlefield from her. As a token of her respect, she sent a pocket watch, carved with the boy's name behind it. Perhaps he would remember it as a gift when he came stomping down at their gates.

Saskia van Aert showed her cousin, the Captain-General, the letter. She made some frankly crazy remarks, potentially about the total immediate destruction of Veletz by a Hanseti-Ruskan army numbering in the hundreds of thousands. Also obsessing over the clock once more.

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