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Really good writing, mister Werewolf. Keep it up.

"Without aunt Calliope I wouldn't be the person I am now. She taught me how to pray and frequently brought me to the Chapel at Corwinsburg, prior to my departure for Salvus. Shame she is no longer with us, she could teach a few what it means to be a good Canonist..." Heinrich II Lothar said to himself after reading the document issued by Manfred

I love Waldenians. AUS EINIGKEIT KRAFT

"We have never spoken in private. If I am not mistaken we only shook hands once in Petra during the signing of Heartlander Accord. However, I believe he was a good man and God will allow him to enter his garden. I will convey my condolences to Duke Valentin and Gaspard personally if I get the chance." Heinrich II Lothar said to his council as the sad news from the Midlands reached Merryweather

"She must be found and killed quickly if that turns out to be true. Too many nobles are turning into these beasts." Heinrich II Lothar commented once he read the missive

"Ruhe in Frieden, Graf Haverlock." Heinrich II Lothar said as the news of Louis' death reached him

"We won..." Heinrich II Lothar said as he wiped the blood off his face - as he looked around all he saw was flames and the village burning slowly. Some people fled to safety of Ulrichsburg, some died in the flames. Once the Prince realised his losses, he added: "...but at what price."

"Find Johannes, at once." The Prince of Merryweather ordered his guard as he read the document while sitting in his office and smoking a fresh Salvian Cigar @Balthasar

CLEANSING OF DARKSPAWN Penned by the Prince of Merryweather, Heinrich II Lothar in the year of our Lord, 1942 After months of searching for Ottomar von Augusten, unexpectedly the wanted man himself turned up in Ulrichsberg. Armed, yet calm. The young man resigned himself to his fate and, refusing to flee further, surrendered himself into our hands. Charges were brought against the boy. His thoughts were consumed by darkness and sadness. The boy revealed to us that he was a parasite - a vampire. There was no other choice. Crimes of Ottomar Lothar von Augusten: I. Breaking the Vander Code II. Being a darkspawn III. Assaulting a church official IV. Escaping the Aaunic Prison V. Attacking a citizen of Aaun with firebombs Ottomar von Augusten was stripped of his title of a Waldenian and executed at Merryweather by decapitation and a stake through his heart on the ninth of Harren’s Folly in the year of our Lord 1942. GOTT MIT UNS, HIS HIGHNESS, Heinrich II von Alstreim, Prince of Merryweather and the Rhine, Landgrave of Alstreim, Baron of Corwinsburg, Lord of Blackwater, Lord Vandalore

Letters Patent for the M A R C H O F S T A S S I O N Issued and Confirmed in the name of the King in the year 1942 Know ye that We, of Our Special Grace, and Royal Right by this the great seal of the Realm given to Us by special commission of King Edmund II, and with good counsel, We have created you again Our trusty and well beloved kin Richard Novellen to the title of M A R G R A V E O F S T A S S I O N. And for Us, Our heirs and successors, do give and grant unto him the dignity and honour of the M A R G R A V E O F S T A S S I O N; investing him with the said March by girding him with a Sword, having his name and certain items of heraldry etched upon its forte, and putting a Coronet on his head, and giving into his hand a Black Rod, to have and to hold the said dignity of his March unto him and his heirs. By these Presents granting for Us, Our heirs and successors, that he and his heirs may possess a seat in the Royal Diet. And We do also will by these Presents that for Us, Our heirs and successors, constitute and declare the bounds of the March aforesaid shall be the whole of the Western March, within the Ward of Het River Schiereiland. And We do also will by these Presents that for Us, Our heirs and successors, grant that he and his successors possess the right from time to time and forever to collect routine taxes on Our behalf, in a manner and method of his and his successors choosing; And further We will and by these Presents constitute and direct that for Us, Our heirs and successors, We tax them at the annual value of three hundred marks for receipt of the Receiver-General. And We do also will by these Presents that for Us, Our heirs and successors, grant that he and his successors possess the right to raise militia and to use them for the apprehension of divers felons, fugitives, outlaws and strays and further for protection from Our enemies present and future. And We do also will by these Presents that for Us, Our heirs and successors, grant that he and his successors possess the exclusive right of the mines within the said territory. In Witness whereof We have caused these Our Letters to be made Patent Witness Ourself at the Hand of Horen the third of Harren's Folly in the fourth year of Our Reign. ✿ ‘STRENGTH THROUGH UNITY’ TANDEM TRIUMPHANS BY WARRANT UNDER THE KING'S SEAL, HEINRICH II LOTHAR, PRINCE MERRYWEATHER

"I remember when he was a little boy in a legionnaire's armour. I will definitely turn up at his wedding." The Prince of Merryweather said as he read the invitation

"Einigkeit und Freiheit." Heinrich II Lothar said as the invitation reached him

[♪] "Peace and Prosperity. I definitely need some rest after all this" The Prince of Merryweather, Heinrich II Lothar, said as he rubbed his temples and visibly tired of all the diplomatic efforts - disappeared within the Ulrichsberg Castle

THE TREATY OF SUL'SIIMAH Issued 1942 | 146 SA With the signing and promulgation of this document, the United Kingdom of Aaun and the Principality of Talar'nor, henceforth referred to as ‘the parties‘, do agree on their honour to the terms laid forth hereafter. ARTICLE I: The United Kingdom of Aaun on the one hand and the Principality of Talar’nor on the other agree that there shall never be any conflict between them both for as long as this treaty shall stand. The signatories agree in the absolute to a pact of non-aggression; there shall be no military conflict between either state, nor between their constituent vassals or noble Houses; any breaches of this term shall be resolved through the appropriate diplomatic channels. ARTICLE II: Should one of the parties become engaged in hostilities with a third party in consequence of aggression by the said third party, the other party will immediately give all military support and assistance in defence. ARTICLE III: The parties affirm that they shall communicate to each other any military assistance that they shall give to other states immediately after the decision has been made; and also that they shall share information transparently of any ongoing threats to their independence from a third nation. ARTICLE IV: The parties agree that there shall be freedom of travel and of trade in each other's territory; that is to say, those bearing the seal of either party will not be harassed or put under arrest; and further that there shall be an untaxed stall owned by each party in their respective capitals. ARTICLE V: The present treaty shall remain in force until the maturity of His Majesty; that is to say its articles will be active for ten years after its ratification. BE IT ENACTED by the King’s Majesty, and by the consent of the Estates, in this Royal Diet assembled; In witness whereof We have signed this Treaty at the Hand of Horen on the sixth of Godfrey's Triumph in the fourth year of Our reign, HIS MAJESTY, Edmund II Alstion, By the Grace of God, King of the United Kingdom of Aaun and of His other Territories King, Prince of Alstion, Duke of Corazon and Balamena, Count of Enswerp and Whitespire, Protector of the Realm, , the Flame of Talar’nor

Letters Patent for the M A R C H O F V E L E N Issued and Confirmed in the name of the King in the year 1942 Know ye that We, of Our Special Grace, and Royal Right by this the great seal of the Realm given to Us by special commission of King Edmund II, and with good counsel, We have created you again Our trusty and well beloved Siegmund von Reuss to the title of M A R G R A V E O F V E L E N. And for Us, Our heirs and successors, do give and grant unto him the dignity and honour of the M A R G R A V E O F V E L E N; investing him with the said March by girding him with a Sword, having his name and certain items of heraldry etched upon its forte, and putting a Coronet on his head, and giving into his hand a Black Rod, to have and to hold the said dignity of his March unto him and his heirs. By these Presents granting for Us, Our heirs and successors, that he and his heirs may possess a seat in the Royal Diet, transferring all previous rights and privileges to be granted enjoyed and sustained now and forever. And We do also will by these Presents that for Us, Our heirs and successors, constitute and declare the bounds of the March aforesaid shall be the whole of the Ward of the Berg van Saint Alexander. And We do also will by these Presents that for Us, Our heirs and successors, grant that he and his successors possess the right from time to time and forever to collect routine taxes on Our behalf, in a manner and method of his and his successors choosing; And further We will and by these Presents constitute and direct that for Us, Our heirs and successors, We tax them at the annual value of seventy-five marks up until they shall begin accommodation on the said territory, and then they shall pay an annual value of three-hundred marks by receipt of the Receiver-General. And We do also will by these Presents that for Us, Our heirs and successors, grant that he and his successors possess the right to raise militia and to use them for the apprehension of divers felons, fugitives, outlaws and strays and further for protection from Our enemies present and future. And We do also will by these Presents that for Us, Our heirs and successors, grant that he and his successors possess the exclusive right of the mines within the said territory. In Witness whereof We have caused these Our Letters to be made Patent Witness Ourself at the Hand of Horen the tenth of Owyn’s Flame in the fourth year of Our Reign. ✿ ‘STRENGTH THROUGH UNITY’ TANDEM TRIUMPHANS BY WARRANT UNDER THE KING'S SEAL, HEINRICH II LOTHAR, PRINCE MERRYWEATHER

[♪] "It is hunting season." Said Heinrich II Lothar, the Prince of Merryweather, as he loaded his Waldenian crossbow

"He is quite the child..." The Prince of Merryweather said with a nod to the Fürstenrat as the missive was brought to him

"May law and order last forever in our land, Sheriff." The Prince of Merryweather, Heinrich II Lothar, said as his and Walter's glasses of whisky clinked

"All that happened that day was not a coincidence, but truly a miracle." The Prince of Merryweather, Heinrich II Lothar, sighed at the memory of that rainy day

AFFIRMATION OF THE BARONY OF BODBWODZ Issued & Confirmed on 11th of Godfrey’s Triumph, 1940, Merryweather Over the past few years, our attention has been drawn to Master Cunimund's activities within our United Kingdom of Aaun. Working for the royal court and transcribing many documents by hand has made him famous among my countrymen. I always believe that honest work should be paid for, and especially if that payment can make someone very happy. The Cingedoz have had no home since Vistulia was destroyed back in Almaris. They wandered around the continent of Aevos with no place to which they could always return after their distant wanderings - to rest, eat and set out into the world again. In recognition of Cunimund's deeds, I am granting him a piece of land at the top of Langkette, where he and his brothers and sisters in culture will be able to build a home that, if merciful God allows, will last for many years and host many generations of Cingedoz. From this eleventh day of Godfrey’s Triumph in the year of our Lord 1940 I name Cunimund the first BARON OF BODBWODZ. With the granted title, Baron Cunimund is allowed to form a local militia consisting of other Cingedoz in order to guard the land granted him in this document. He is expected to pay a yearly tax of fifty Mina. In addition to that, as an official subject within the Principality, Cunimund is granted a seat in the Fürstenrat of Merryweather. All men and women living within the Barony of Bodbwodz are allowed to promote their culture and freely teach and use their native language within the Principality of Merryweather. GOTT MIT UNS, HIS HIGHNESS, Heinrich II von Alstreim, Prince of Merryweather and the Rhine, Landgrave of Alstreim, Baron of Corwinsburg, Lord of Blackwater, Lord Vandalore

ERNENNUNG DES ERSTEN FÜRSTENRATS Appointment of the first Princely Council Penned by the Princely Scribe, Konrad Lipa in the year of our Lord, 1940 [ ♪ ] With the completion of construction work comes new responsibilities. New tasks and challenges await our Principality every new day. In accordance with the positions announced at the inauguration of Merryweather and by the authority granted to me as the Prince von Alstreim by His Majesty, the King, I announce the establishment of the first Princely Council of Merryweather. The council will consist of six members and its main task will be to assist the Prince of Merryweather in his reign and to advise him at times of need. Members of the Council, with the exception of the Bailiff, are appointed for an indefinite time period, which stipulates that the end of their term of office is marked by resignation, removal from the Council by the Prince of Alstreim blood or death. Each Council member must have been a citizen of Merryweather for at least five years prior to appointment and must have demonstrated skills that will assist them in fulfilling the duties of their specific position. Each person who sits on the Council is accountable to the Prince of Merryweather directly, without any intermediaries, as it is the Council members who enact the laws of the Principality and should ensure that these laws are respected. DER MARSCHALL VON MERRYWEATHER UND DER SHERIFF VON APFELBERG The Marshal of Merryweather and Sheriff of Apfelberg For his continued support of the Princely House von Alstreim, now as in previous years, the title is bestowed on Walter Vanderrecht. He is the first Sheriff to be stationed in the office located in the heart of the Principality, right outside of the Schloss Ulrichsburg, and the same office will be the seat of the next Sheriffs of Apfelberg after Herr Vanderrecht retires from office. As the Principality's chief law enforcement officer, the Sheriff has the authority to: I. Arrest suspected criminals and hold them in his personal cells located within his office building until the arrival of the Commander of the Merryweather Rangers or the Prince of Merryweather himself. II. Dispense justice in matters where the Prince's presence is not needed - theft, armed robbery, burglary etc. III. Issue bounties for criminals and use the Princely Seal to validate their worth. IV. Wear a specially crafted star-shaped badge that represents the power of his office. DER KOMMANDANT DER RANGERS VON MERRYWEATHER The Commander of the Rangers of Merryweather Dietrich Faust is someone who needs no introduction to anybody in Aaun. A capable and loyal soldier, always standing at the side of Prince von Alstreim. His faith in the Alstreim cause is supported by his brave deeds, for it was he who tracked down and then killed many spawns of Iblees on behalf of the Prince. Now, officially for his service and merit, he is appointed the Commander of the Rangers of Merryweather so that he can continue to track down darkspawn and bring them justice in the name of God and the House von Alstreim. As the Commander of the Alstreim levy, the Commander has the authority to: I. Promote his soldiers to a higher rank. II. Track down, in coordination with the Sheriff, darkspawn on his own and fully at the expense of the Principality. III. Execute, publicly or privately, not only the spawns of Iblees but also criminals if the situation requires such measures. DER LANDVOGT VON APFELBERG The Bailiff of Apfelberg Anyone who has spent time among the people of Merryweather knows the master trader, champion at cooking, Boon, very well. His presence as well as his support is invaluable. From the very beginning, he faithfully stood by our cause, providing us with quality meals and good company. Now comes his time of trial, as he is appointed the first Bailiff of Apfelberg for the next four years. As head of the Merryweather community, Bailiff has certain authority: I. Collection of taxes from residents of Apfelberg and other parts of the Principality. II. Organise local festivals where every culture present in Merryweather will be promoted. III. During the election of the next Bailiff, the previous Bailiff can vote for himself with the power of one vote or another candidate with the power of two votes. DER FÜRSTLICHE HEROLD The Princely Herald The tasks of the Princely Herald are given to one of my two eldest sons, Johannes Lothar. The boy has always shown an interest in writing and court affairs, although until he reaches the age of sixteen, his Lechian tutor, Konrad Lipa, will pen documents on his behalf. The position of the Herald comes with no authorities other than using the Princely Seal to submit the written documents and announce the decisions made by the Princely Council. DER GRAF VON WARSOVIA The Count of Warsovia His Lordship Waclaw Jakub Jazloviecki, as a subject to the Prince of Merryweather is granted a seat in the Princely Council until his heir replaces him as a reigning Count of Warsovia.The Count is granted all the rights and authorities included in the affirmation of his title from the year 1909. DER FREIHERR VON TRIGLAV The Baron of Triglav His Lordship Mikhail Stefan Jazloviecki, as a subject to the Prince of Merryweather is granted a seat in the Princely Council until his heir replaces him as a reigning Baron of Triglav. The Baron is granted all the rights and authorities included in the affirmation of his title from the year 1927. GOTT MIT UNS, HIS HIGHNESS, Heinrich II von Alstreim, Prince of Merryweather and the Rhine, Landgrave of Alstreim, Baron of Corwinsburg, Lord of Blackwater, Lord Vandalore

✠ SEVENTH WALDENIC DIET First Session, 14 of Godfrey's Triumph, 1939 SIEBTE WALDENTAG Erste Sitzung, der 14. Triumph des Godfrey 1939 MERRYWEATHER-ALSTREIM REINMAR-SUTICA MINITZ EINMONT HOHENGARTEN VELEN ARENTANIA MOTIONS ANTRÄGE ELECTION OF THE NEW LORD VANDALORE Vote: To elect the 14th Lord Vandalore ELECTION OF CUSTODIAN OF THE BOOK OF WALDENIA Vote: To elect the Custodian of the Book of Waldenia ELECTION OF THE NEW LORD VANDALORE On the 14th of the First Seed 1939, the First Session of the Seventh Waldenic Diet convened on the matter of electing the new Lord Vandalore as a result of the abdication of His Highness Brandt Barclay, the 13th Lord Vandalore. Großfürst Barclay was elected as Lord Vandalore in the year of our Lord 1919 and served us, the Waldenians, dutifully for the last two decades. Following his abdication the Diet was summoned within the lands of Merryweather to elect a new head of the Waldenic Diet. There was only one candidacy, that of Heinrich II Lothar von Alstreim, Fürst of Merryweather and the Rhine who represented the Electorate MERRYWEATHER-ALSTREIM. The Prince was asked a few questions after which the Diet called a vote on electing Heinrich II as the new Lord Vandalore. VOTE: ELECTION OF HEINRICH II LOTHAR AS THE 14TH LORD VANDALORE JA Merryweather-Alstreim Reinmar-Sutica Minitz Einmont ABSTAINED: Hohengarten Velen Arentania The vote passed, 4-0 as three Electors did not arrive for the session. As the voting concluded, His Highness Heinrich II Lothar von Alstreim was elected the new Lord Vandalore. He has promised the electors that he will revive the tradition of Waldenfest and finish the project of the Vander Knights started by the previous Lord Vandalore. ELECTION OF THE CUSTODIAN OF THE BOOK OF WALDENIA During the First Session of the Seventh Waldenic Diet the matter of electing the new Custodian of the Book of Waldenia was suggested by His Princely Grace Manfred Barclay, who represented the Electorate of REINMAR-SUTICA. The Book of Waldenia is an important literary work for the Waldenians as it contains the history and customs of their culture. For many years the Book has been lying covered in dust and thus lacks much information from the modern history of the Waldenian people. His Princely Grace offered himself as the first Custodian of the Book and promised to write the missing chunk of history. As it became evident that there are no other candidates to become the first Custodian the Electors called a vote on electing Manfred Barclay the Custodian of the Book of Waldenia. VOTE: ELECTION OF MANFRED BARCLAY AS THE FIRST CUSTODIAN OF THE BOOK OF WALDENIA JA Merryweather-Alstreim Reinmar-Sutica Minitz Einmont ABSTAINED: Hohengarten Velen Arentania The vote passed, 4-0 as three Electors did not arrive for the session. As the voting concluded and His Princely Grace was elected the Custodian of the Book of Waldenia, the present Electors have called a vote to adjourn the session. VOTE: MOTION TO ADJOURN THE FIRST SESSION OF THE SEVENTH WALDENIC DIET JA Merryweather-Alstreim Reinmar-Sutica Minitz Einmont ABSTAINED: Hohengarten Velen Arentania The vote passed, 4-0 as three Electors did not arrive for the Session and the first session was adjourned. Issued and proclaimed in the name of the Waldenian People, Ausgestellt und verkündet im Namen des Waldenischen Volkes, LORD VANDALORE

REGARDING THE LETTER AND THE DIFFICULT SITUATION WITH THE NUNS Penned by the Prince of Merryweather in the year of our Lord, 1939 Peace be with you Bishop Mikhael and other concerned officials of the Holiest Mother Church. This letter is an official response of Merryweather to the section of your letter that is dedicated to us. There has been a lot of evil going on in the human realms in recent years. We all know about the dangers lurking behind every corner. Firstly the cultists who kidnapped Father Stanislaw are still on the loose. Secondly the false nuns are now going around the cities with the aim to poison our people. Truly terrible times are upon us, yet I believe that with God's help we shall overcome those obstacles. On behalf of my people and the Princely House von Alstreim, I admit that our letter was not written in the best way possible and that a few things needed to be corrected. Despite that I think anyone who knows the history of my House knows that no Alstreim nor their soldiers would ever hurt a real, pious and kind servant of God. We do not support acts of violence against any real sister bound by vows to the Church. It would be foolish especially as my own sister, Gisele Franziska von Alstreim, has donned religious vestments not too long ago. I would like to add that I am personally awaiting an official response or action taken on the Church's side regarding this particular matter. It is immoral for canonist officials to allow darkspawn to impersonate servants of God and hurt their flock. The Principality of Merryweather is willing to assist in the apprehension of the false sisters, assuring that if any are captured in the lands controlled by the Principality, they will be taken into custody until the arrival of the relevant Church authorities. May God protect all his faithful and keep us from evil. Amen. GOTT MIT UNS, HIS HIGHNESS, Heinrich II von Alstreim, Prince of Merryweather and the Rhine, Landgrave of Alstreim, Baron of Corwinsburg, Lord of Blackwater, Lord Vandalore