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"Why, talk about nostalgia," As the recollection flooded her memory, a contented smile curled across her lips, "We all saw how that went last time," Luthien would comment to her companion, her eyes flitting over the parchment one last time, before she sought to simply continue her day.

"Growth, what a beautiful thing," Luthien's lips curled to a smile as these words were whispered under her breath, lowering the quill that occupied her fingers just moments prior. Finally, glancing down at her signature, the elf nodded, "May we all continue to prosper"

Setting Rancor Aside In pursuit of a common cause. 14th of The Amber Cold, Year 123 of The Second Age "To fight against destruction may seem hypocrisy, however the validity of this does not penetrate the surface - reasoning in mortal affairs is of horrid complexity. In striving to affirm themselves, commit to identifying their values, and how best they may be served. Should they be threatened, one cannot hesitate in their defense." - Malaurir Dio Astóre PRELUDE This last elven day, many were witness to a moment in our history where differences were aside. Pride abandons the forefront in pursuit of a common cause; to extinguish the flame of corruption that has for long marred the land. For too long, it has been neglected. Now, standing united, fear shall not overrule justice. FROM THIS DAY ONWARD The Silver State of Haelun’or hereby denounces The Principality of Celia’nor as portrayed in the vision of a tyrant, Valyris, and all who endorse her. The Silver State of Haelun’or decries the unforgivable crimes devised by Valyris and her followers, they are recognized as follows; - The ‘ata who made an attempt against Idril Sylvaeri’s life, the High Princess of Amaethea, and a valued ally to the silver bastion. - The ‘ata who sought to divide the realm through the instigation of conflict. - The ‘ata who knowingly harbored Darkspawn, and by extension endorsed their malicious practices against descendant-kind. - The ‘ata who time and time again neglected their sworn duty, as signed in the Atrus Covenant, to aid in the protection of Almaris, and by extension descendant-kind. - The ‘ata who in their cowardice abandoned their post during the battle for Dawnhold. - The ‘ata who in their neglect and recklessness, provoked a voidal tear in the west, further deteriorating the realm during dire times. - The kinslayers who once sought to erase our history, heritage, and the very idea of true High Elven purity. Those who now deflect all due blame. TO THE RANALETH The Silver State of Haelun’or has elected to endorse the movement incited by her allies and The Ranaleth Bloodline. Though a striking conflict stands between our ideals, we have set aside our differences in the pursuit of one common goal; to promulgate a phony. The Silver State of Haelun’or hereby acknowledges the efforts of The Ranaleth Bloodline against the Darkspawn plague and their adherence to pledges made. In contrast to Valyris and her council, they are acknowledged to represent the Celia’nor population at large and the society that has over-time developed their respective ideals. The Ranaleth Bloodline pledges to acknowledge Maehr’sae hiylun’ehya and offer their efforts in making Larihei’s teachings known to those that seek it, cementing this ideal in the form of an educational monument in the lands where they settle. In acceptance, we find neutrality, and promote longevity and peace throughout the realm. Tyrants poison the minds of the unsuspecting; those entrapped in this cycle are not yet beyond helping. Maehr’sae hiylun’ehya, Sohaer of The Silver State of Haelun’or, Luthien Maeyr'onn [!] A few additional missives would be issued alongside this decree.

Luthien's smile that day was unwavering, laughing as she departed from Balian to celebrate, "Perhaps we ought to open a bottle of aged wine."

From within the comfort of her office, Luthien would inspect the parchment over a cup of tea. Upon savoring a portion of the drink, the Sohaer lifted her gaze, a brow raised towards Idril, "Well, I believe this a victory," A smile spread across her lips, "Should we celebrate your triumph over another cup of tea?" With this, she gestured to the kettle, welcoming The High Princess of Amaethea to another serving.

From the perspective of a settlement leader, this is a bit unfeasible. These are communities that NEED a place to roleplay, and will NEED a place to settle without drastic changes every few days and loads of pesky moving around. Not the mention the influx of older players who make a return every new map. Having such a drastic time-crunch is borderline debilitating and will lead to only half-assed or half-finished cities (it will not be pretty). It's easy to say "Hey, just paste it, or build/expand it in once the map starts", but keep in mind that ASSUMING pastes are still an option next map, they still cost funds no one will have or be able to afford from the beginning. Lets say we just grind the materials and build things in by hand. With either of these options, it will at BEST take months to see it through. Why is this necessary? Rather spending time having fun and roleplaying, not to mention getting things together as made necessary by the beginning of the map, your playerbase would be spending it gathering materials; when they could very easily be given the opportunity to relax. Consider that all this building and all this work that is put forward is through the hard work of several people; volunteering their TIME into realizing all these things you suggest. I get the concept of immersion, and trying to stay true to realism. But sometimes that simply does more harm than good. Trust me, camp roleplay gets old real fast, and while nice in concept - it is incredibly inconvenient when put into practice.

Barrowlands - Haelun’or Non-Aggression Pact 5th of The Deep Cold, 119 S.A. PRELUDE With the signing of this document, The Silver State of Haelun’or and The Kingdom of the Barrowlands, henceforth referred to as ‘signatories’, pledge adherence to the following articles: ARTICLE I: ON SOVEREIGNTY The implementation of this article entails the following: I. Both signatories hereby recognize each other’s claims to sovereignty and their right to the lands under their jurisdiction. II. Both signatories agree to respect and acknowledge the individual laws, culture and religion of their counterparts while within the borders of their lands respectively. III. Both signatories pledge to acknowledge that subjects from either domain are not exempt from the laws and regulations in effect during visitation. Should a subject from either party violate this clause, the signatories hereby agree to their counterpart’s right to detain but pledge to deliberate before taking further action in order to attain an agreeable consensus. Refer to ARTICLE IV for exceptions to this clause. ARTICLE II: NON-AGGRESSION The signatories agree that any and all forces under their jurisdiction will not engage in military action against the other party. In the case that this clause is violated, the agreement will be benign until further action is deliberated upon and the agreement re-implemented through proper diplomatic means. I. All non-hostile military exploits concerning the opposing signatory must first be deliberated upon by both parties. ARTICLE III: FREE TRADE The signatories agree to allow a designated representative from each respective party to trade in the other's lands free of burden. In the pursuit of this, the following will be permitted; I. An official stall within the border of their divergent domains will be assigned by either signatory. II. To facilitate the management of goods, merchants assigned to manage their respective stalls will be allowed free access into both cities respectively. ARTICLE IV: DARKSPAWN The signatories pledge to disclose all information concerning darkspawn that is made available to them. I. Should a member of either respective citizenry be revealed to - without a doubt - be affiliated with darkspawn, either signatory may take further action against the accused without first consulting the opposing signatory. All citizens who fall under this clause are exempt from ARTICLE I, section III. II. Frost Witches will be burnt at the stake without trial. ARTICLE V: BENCH The signatories agree that a bench shall be erected somewhere in the square of Haelun’or, dedicated to Tar-Uriel and in extension the kingdom of Barrowton. In kind, a bench shall be erected somewhere in the square of Barrowton, dedicated to the students of Larihei and in extension The Silver State of Haelun’or. ARTICLE VI: DURATION This assent will be in effect indefinitely. In the case that leadership from either side undergoes change, the involved parties retain the ability to reconsider this agreement at their discretion. All articles of this agreement may be amended upon the unanimous approval of all signatories. Signed, ito Sohaer Haelun’or, Luthien Maeyr'onn His Majesty by the Grace of God Tar-Uriel, King and Protector of the Adunians, Lord of the Barrowlands, Chieftain of the Faithful Harren’hil, Templar of Archangel Michael, and Knight of the Realm

Upon reviewing the contents of the missive, Luthien dipped her quill in ink. Pausing, she glanced to elOkarir'nor, then subsequently signed the parchment, "That should be all, ne?" She concluded.

ASSENT OF THE HIGH-FOLK 4th of Sun's Smile, 116 S.A. PRELUDE With ink and quill, the lengthy deliberation and subsequent agreement between The Silver State of Haelun’or and The Kingdom of Norland will hereupon be immortalized on parchment. May it serve as a testament to the beginnings of a lasting friendship. With the signing of this document, The Silver State of Haelun’or and The Kingdom of Norland, henceforth referred to as ‘signatories’, pledge adherence to the following articles: ARTICLE I: ON SOVEREIGNTY The implementation of this article entails the following: I. Both signatories hereby recognize each other’s claims to sovereignty and their right to the lands under their jurisdiction. II. Both signatories agree to respect and acknowledge the individual laws, culture and religion of their counterparts while within their jurisdiction of their lands respectively. They acknowledge that subjects from either domain are not exempt from the laws in effect during visitation. Should a subject from either party violate this clause, the signatories hereby agree to their counterpart’s right to detain but pledge to deliberate before taking further action in order to attain an agreeable consensus. ARTICLE II: NON-AGGRESSION The signatories agree that any forces under their jurisdiction will not engage in military action against the other party. In the case that this clause is violated, the agreement will be benign until further action is deliberated upon and the agreement re-implemented. ARTICLE III: FREE TRADE The signatories agree to allow a designated representative from each respective party to trade in the other's lands free of burden. In the pursuit of this, an official stall within the border of their divergent domains will be provided to either signatory. Subjects outside of this must adhere to the respective regulations of each domain unless otherwise unanimously agreed upon by both signatories. ARTICLE IV: DARKSPAWN The signatories vow to lend all resources disposable to them in their attempts against Darkspawn. They pledge to work together in the pursuit of this mutual goal. ARTICLE V: DURATION This assent will be in effect for the duration of twenty years before it is to be deliberated upon and renewed once more. In the case that leadership from either side undergoes change, the involved parties retain the ability to reconsider this agreement at their discretion. Signed, SOHAER of The Silver State of Haelun’or, Luthien Maeyr’onn. MAHERAL of The Silver State of Haelun’or, Seth Calith. His Royal Majesty, Odin Freysson Ruric, by the Blood of the Herald, King of Norland, Duke of Varhelm and Alisgrad, High Chieftain of the Rurikkid, Chieftain of the Freyssons

With a final look at the officialized missive, Luthien could not help but sigh with relief, a hint of uncertainty lingering in her voice, "Alas, better than the last. May it continue to improve from here onwards," She paused, her head turning to her daughter as a brow rose, "It looks like you learned how to pronounce it now, ayla."

"Misunderstanding and ignorance births wars. They that detest conflict show wisdom in their disposition, however to permit truths to be hidden behind falsehoods or to deprive them opportunity to be free of dissent and violence is an affront to wisdom." - Malaurir Dio Astóre ito maehr elthilln annilerih ’May the silver be guided to wisdom’ 12th of Snow's Maiden, Year 113 of The Second Age BLESSED CITIZENRY OF HAELUN’OR, This is a step I’ve long deliberated, and as the cogs that have since faltered begin moving anew, it is time that the first stride is taken. Throughout the years, decades, I have watched our home evolve through many stages; I watched it thrive, crumble, and ultimately resurface into the beautiful Cihi we call home to this day. I witnessed our people beneath the thumb of violence and tyranny, and through it all persisted alongside them. For too long, did this dark period of our history last, and for too long have we fallen victim to stagnation - a congruence conceived from the very peace we fought for. The title of Sohaer has traded hands from the moment we first stepped into this very land, unable to find an adequate place of rest. The responsibility that leading our people and their council entails was never meant for a single ‘thill, and it is time the burden is once again shared between two as was meant to be. I, Luthien Maeyr’onn, announce my intention to challenge the mantle of Sohaer. And though I cannot possibly address all the possibilities, with this missive I intend to shed transparency on my most urgent intentions. To Maintain: It is the very foundation of our history that legitimizes our purity as Mali’thill, something that for long we have neglected. In the pursuit of empty progress, we have forgotten the importance of maintaining those very ideals that fuel our desire for knowledge and longevity. For the sake of betterment - of progress - we must first conserve the ground on which these pillars stand. [I] Education has from the beginning been a vital piece of our pursuit for progress. In order to maintain the integrity of Larihei’s teachings, all who seek citizenship within our silver walls - regardless of race, gender, or species - will be under obligation to attend a lecture before being granted permanent residency. During this disquisition, they will be educated in the way we function as a society; our laws, social culture and etiquette, as well as Maehr’sae Hiylun’ehya. The purpose behind this decision lies in the idea that we cannot expect one to respect and understand - let alone adhere to - our societal standards without first being taught. This will otherwise serve as a reminder to returning Mali’thill. [II] Just as preserving our history is of utmost importance, we must not forget to ensure the present and future well-being of our citizenry. An open ear must be extended in light of their concerns, for we cannot thrive in the misery of our people. In order to address this matter, public meetings with the mandatory attendance of all members of elHeial’thilln will be held once every elven month. At present, such gatherings are few to none, and so we will strive for an organized and consistent schedule. During this assembly, the concerns of any and all citizens will be addressed and deliberated upon. Should one wish to remain anonymous in their complaints, steps will be taken so that they may be submitted privately. To Reform: In reformation lies progress. One must take that which no longer functions and mold it into something new. It would be dishonest to deny that we as a community have disregarded change when established systems were shown to malfunction. From the beginning, we have held onto discrepancies which have served as the catalyst to long neglected issues. In adapting our policies, we find ways to lead a fluent life as a community. Rather than ignoring hurdles, we shall address them as they beckon for our attention. [I] During my tenure in the council, I observed many ways with which we could improve; ways in which we could strive for a more efficient conclave, one that works with clarity and in collaboration with the Mali’thill that form its very structure. A change that I find imperative, is nothing other than the redesign of our council, something long overdue. Addressing each fragment of its skeleton, I seek to condense, redistribute and redefine each role that composes its anatomy. By clarifying and reassigning responsibilities, we will procure a composition that will harmoniously function. In the process, it is my intention to extend more opportunities to the common citizenry, so that they may involve themselves in the pursuit of progress. [II] There have been times, even recently, where a lack of clarity within our Silver Laws has been the cause of toil. Not only our laws, but the very policies that comprise our government. By dissecting each article, each constitution and system, I seek to expand upon and make additions to the legislations that protect us, and in addition define what their violation entails. In flexibility, we will find the possibilities of addressing what deters us from the adherence to progress and health. To Progress: Progress is one of the two legs on which our ideals stand, never has it failed us, only the way we interpret and choose to pursue it. This is where we have failed; for long we have looked only to a superficial idea of progress, and in the process have neglected a bigger picture. At last, we must finally take a glimpse past our hunger for only knowledge and utilize our tools to forge a legacy, a strong, reliable structure that will ensure the longevity of our society. To seek true progress and see to its success, we must not account only for the present, but most importantly the future and what it might presuppose. [I] It is imperative that we no longer ignore the urgent need to clarify and establish our relations with foreign nations. Holding grudges, regardless of how warranted, will only weigh down any attempts to move past the margins that bind us. Henceforth, Haelun’or will seek to establish its neutrality and resolve long unidentified bonds. With urgency, we will officialize alliances and at all costs refrain ourselves from being involved with adventitious conflict, lest it entails a collective threat. [II] In maintaining collaboration and order within elHeial’thilln, will we find productivity and thus subsequent progress. As a collective, we will not stop seeking ways to improve and move forward without the regression we have often faced in recent years. I seek to create a community that is perpetually evolving, offering a bounty of opportunities to those that seek them. It is here that I choose to conclude my missive. Having offered a glimpse into my mind and the most pressing foundations, all that is left is to await as time unfolds the steps to its conclusion. To my opponents and those that may come in the future, I look forward to our debate. Signed, Maehr’sae Hiylun’ehya

"Finally, as it should have been," Content, Luthien sighed. The Maeyr'onn could be at ease, knowing a capable nominee had stepped forward.

((MC Name: BluestBudgie)) Name: Luthien Maeyr'onn Vote 1: Kaelan Maeyr'onn Vote 2: Kaelan Maeyr'onn

With a glance cast to her husband to be, Luthien rose a brow. She observed him for a moment, presumably whilst his comment was processed, "By Larihei, I would hope so."

Dearest lliran and blessed citizenry of Haelun’or It is with great pride and pleasure that we announce the first wedding of Asul’hileia, the union between Okarir’nor Luthien Maeyr’onn and Okarir’tir Kaelan Aldin. The exchanging of vows shall occur in The Eternal Library, and an afterparty will commence in the ballroom of The Silver Citadel, with a spectacular buffet and drinks courtesy of Elokarir’mali. We hope you will join us on this blessed day. [OOC: Friday 23rd, 4pm EST/9pm BST] Signed