FIRST FESTIVAL OF BRUNSWICK ♱ 14th of Owyn’s Flame, 1739. _______________________________________________________ The citizens of Brunswick were exclaiming their voices all through the streets of the city, socializing and exchanging various tools and various materials as they hear the echoing of noisy bells that came from the palace while the majestic sunset that was looming over the sky was claiming its place. they began with curiosity and perplexity to advance towards the palace gates and shift their eyes towards the tower of the palace, seeing the grandmaster and leader of said city, announcing the following, _______________________________________________________ “You all are hereby invited to the First Festival of Brunswick! for the creation of such pious town, a hub for any religious men or women that wish to live safely within the lands of Arcas! we have come, to the end of the war with the red-skinned trolls, hence, we shall take a moment to celebrate the said event! on a saint week from now, let us taste the greatest grapes and the richest wines that one can afford, an era of prosperity and blossom! Let the saints and exalted smile upon us on this very day, for we do not forget our history and religion!”, At that, dozens of birds were released from their cages to fly over the Orenian lands, dropping letters to dozens of citizens across the human cities. “You are Hereby invited to the First Festival of Brunswick, which shall take place on a saint week from now, events will be included such as; Tournament (PvP); First Place; 2k minas. Second Place; a certain crown. Clothing Lottery which shall cost 20 minas per ticket. (Free Skin) Portrait lottery which shall cost 20 minas per ticket (free Headshot art) A holy sword carved within a stone; 15 minas per ticket. SPECIAL INVITATIONS: High Pontiff and the clergy of the church of canon. Emperor of Oren. King of Haense. King of Curon. King of Kaedrin. _______________________________________________________ OOC INFO When? 27/10/2019, 5 PM Est. Where?

☨ ORDER OF ARJEN CROSS ☨ _____________________________________ Established 20th of The Deep Cold, 1736. History - Arjen de Sarkozy - Founding -Brunswick Tasks & Duties Hierarchy of Arjen Recruitment History Arjen de Sarkozy – Arjen de Sarkozy, was a Teutonic Crusader and a commander of the White Rose. famously known to also be a treasure hunter and an Imperial Pioneer. During the 1440’s an expedition was launched by Arjen to recover the lost relics of St. Lucien, traveling to Aeldin to accomplish said goal. After the eventual discovery and reclamation of these relics Arjen discovered that, despite their well-known documented appearance as lead as copper, they had miraculously transformed into items of solid gold - heralding another miracle. Founding – In the year 1736, a peasant that hailed from Bourdon, sailed to the shores of Arcas. His name; Daniel de Alence. at the time, Krugmar and Irrinor were at war versus the Holy Orenian Empire and its allies. Daniel, seeing his kin at risk of downfall, have begun on the slaughter of the Orcs and Wood Elves. the man becoming a renown fighter and excellent tactic master. Daniel could have been seen wearing Templar / Crusader armor, fighting in the name of GOD and Oren. as more and more weeks passed by, more people began to find interest and volunteer to fight with Daniel against heretics and orcs, thus the Order of Arjen’s Cross was founded. Brunswick – As Arjen Cross grew in power, Daniel’s men needed a place to settle on, therefore, Daniel and his men took control of the then-abandoned Beet city, making it their base. renaming it from New Alexandria to Brunswick. The Holy Orenian Empire have eyed the group for long, discussions was made with high imperial ranks, ending up with Daniel agreeing to take on the Empire Protection. Tasks & Duties The Order of Arjen's Cross consists of a highly pious group of people. Both nobility, gentry and peasantry are welcome to volunteer and devote their life to the service of GOD. Upon dedicating one's life to our Creator and his word, a list of tasks is put upon you - the main task of the Order is the purge the heretics and teach the disbelievers of GOD's word, next is to the spread the word of the Creator across the lands of Arcas. On top of these most pious duties, the Order is also in charge of protecting the citizenry of Brunswick, scouting the roads of Arcas for bandits and delivering food, as well as protecting, the faithful men of GOD. Hierarchy of Arjen Grandmaster | Daniel de Alence Acts as a leader to the Order, overseeing and making any final decisions. Templar-Advisor | Acts as the Grandmaster's right hand, advising him and leading the order in his absence. Military Branch (The Sword) Templar-Soldier This is the default, starting rank of anyone joining the Military Branch of the Templar Order of Arjen’s Cross. A Templar-Soldier is essentially a grunt, following orders dispensed by their respective Templar-Captain. This rank is broken up into various roles suitable for any military, as is listed below: Medic The surgeons and physicians of the Military branch. They are tasked with mending the wounds and conditions of their brothers-in-arms. Equipped largely with medical equipment, however a Medic is also given a sidearm (arming sword or dagger) and light armor (gambeson). Archer The ranged combatants within the Order. An archer typically is behind the infantry, basking in their protection whilst they rain down GOD’s will in the form of arrows and bolts. Or they can be conducting hit-and-run tactics on horseback or foot. Sapper A highly prized and respected position in the Order, a Sapper is responsible for the maintenance and operation of siege technology such as ballistas, trebuchets and siege towers. Recruitment the Templars of Arjen Cross are always looking to recruit more and more devoted people who would like to volunteer, enlist today! FORMAT IN-CHARACTER NAME: USERNAME: AGE: RACE:

THE PROVINÇIAN SOCIETY OF ARJÉN Piety, academics & nature. Away from the temptations of the metropole, the Provinçian Society of Arjén Cross convene in the monastery in the County of Provins to lead a life of seclusion. Studying the scrolls, keeping artifacts and nurturing the lush Lorrainés nature, the many tasks of a Arjén member lead to a life of fulfilment and purity. THE PURPOSE OF THE SOCIETY CHAPTER I. THE SAFEKEEPING OF THE SACRED TREASURY Deep within the underground vaults of Provins, lies a vast array of relics and archives with significant meaning in the canon of Lorraine and the Church of the Canon. Tasked with the safekeeping and maintenance of these, a membre de la société often find him- or herself engulfed in the knowledge of the realm and the chronicles of man. CHAPTER II. THE MAINTENANCE OF LE JARDIN LORRAINÉS The Garden of Lorraine, an attempt to restore the lush green of the now defunct Duchy, falls under the daily tasks of the organization as well Applying the arts of herbalism, patience & agrarian wisdom, a membre de la société always finds him- or herself in touch with the sun-laced nature of Provins. CHAPTER III. THE RESTORATION OF THE VIN LORRAINÉS Attempting to re-discover the wine recipes that once flew through the realm, the society is emboldened in its quest to restore the niveau of wine to its former glory; operating the breweries and vineyards that are gracefully opened by the de Leumonts and Barclays. CHAPTER IV. PURSUING THE PROVIDENCE OF PIETY The Society seeks to cherish the teachings of the Church of the Canon, guard the Lorrainés from the temptations of sin and decadence and pursue a better understanding of that it means to live as a pious man. Any membre de la société embraces this quest as his own, and shall act as a beacon of pious civility wherever he may be. CHAPTER V. EMBRACING THE CONSCIOUSNESS OF LORRAINE Whatever might be done, wherever it takes place, a membre de la société understands that he is a descendant from the roots of Augustus d’Amaury and Vibius de Sola. As they walk, speak & observe, they represent a root in the larger tree that is Lorraine. They are the breathing memory of what is left of a prominent chronicle of history. THE FUNCTIONS Chancelière Monsieur Daniel de Alence Oversees the organization from an executive role. Vice-chancelière Monsieur Desmond de Sola Represents the Chancelière in his absence and aids in executive responsibilities Provinçian Councillors Monsieur Daniel de Alence Monsieur Desmond de Sola Monsieur Claude Lethes Electorally decide and represent the organization, with each councillor wielding a different area of expertise. FOR THOSE THAT SEEK WISDOM… Grand Vizir Monsieur Desmond de Sola A scholar deemed sufficiently wise to coordinate the academical efforts of the society. Vizir Monsieur Farley Payton A scholar that studies the many chronicles, flora & fauna of the realm FOR THOSE THAT SEEK PURPOSE… Missionaire Generale Monsieur Carim Valdrid The person deemed most pious to oversee the efforts of conversion to the Church of the Canon and its relationship with the High Pontiff. Missionaire Monsieur Valentín Castelo A missionary that works to convert the realm to the Church of the Canon whilst studying the ways of the pious. FOR THOSE THAT SEEK ORDER… Générale Executante Monsieur Mithvul Salheran Chief guarantor that organizes the enforcement effort of preserving order within the Society. Exécutantes Monsieur Rhadien Monsieur Malcolm Goldhand Monsieur Richard Monsieur Tom Ashton Monsieur Petyr Barclay Monsieur Antonius Cinhil Guarantors of safety & order within the Society

A RADIANT EMBRACE For long have the Templars of Arjen’s Cross blessed the city of Helena with law & order of a divine kind. Whilst the Imperial Military is distracted by the war-effort, the Templar’s found the dedication to purify our realm from those who went astray from GOD. Considering the notoriety for such a newfound organization, the watchful eye of the Lorrainés might not come as a surprise to some. Daniel of Bourdon had already achieved fame in House de Leumont for his fervent loyalty to the Solicitor-General’s courts, having been invited to be an Imperial Judge himself. Considered a lawful, pious man; one that resembles the model Imperial citizen that the de Leumont’s strife to be, monsieur of Bourdon was deemed an honorary Lorrainés. Despite the difference in culture and origin stories, the organic cooperation between the two piety-obsessed parties began to seep into the larger machinations of both groups respectively. Understood was that, despite the independence of both, a tighter cooperation would mean a stronger effort of purification. Whilst the Templars would enjoy greater extra-judicial authority, funding and the fruits of the vast Lorrainés political network, the Lorrainés would embrace a proper organization to realize their religious ambitions within Arcas. They would find Provinçian wine in their chalices, as Provins would find a holy outpost on its territory. A Templar of Arjen’s Cross would sit in the court, as the court would serve GOD’s will. The filth of heresy will be cleansed from the entirety of the realm, one way or another. IN NOMINE LEX, HIS EXCELLENCY THE SOLICITOR-GENERAL, COUNT OF PROVINS, Bohemond de Leumond, staunch Canonist. IN SUBSERVIENCE TO THE CHURCH OF THE CANON, HIS MOST ESTEEMED SERVANT, GRANDMASTER OF THE TEMPLAR’S OF ARJEN’S CROSS, Daniel de Alence of Bourdon, staunch Canonist.

DOWNFALL OF IRRINOR ✞ 4th of Owyn’s Flame, 1736 Daniel de Alence, a name that is well known across the Realm festers ever so largely, almost like an undying pestilence. His recent purging of sinners and heretics became well-noted during the coming months, and as the days passed by, more and more devout men joined Daniel’s journeys, making thyself a well-suited levy, working under the will of GOD all-mighty. It was another quiet day in the journey of Daniel, all day scouting around the roads for more wood elves and orcs, sadly, the roads were empty of any. and so, he and his group went towards Irrinor in hopes of finding anyone. Daniel, having gained renown, had earned himself many supporters that were quite devoted to help, even in opposing nations. By the notice and aid from an unnamed Mali’ame, they were let into the city – rushing straight to the throne room. An imminent sigh of disappointment crossed Daniel’s features; “Empty throne room... no guards, and no ruler.” he declared as Harper briefly replied. “They are probably killing children, Sire.”, alongside a wry chuckle from Caldwell echoed whilst he muttered “Too bad.” “Let us then,” Daniel spoke no further as he moved towards the throne, signaling for Harper. Harper then brought the goat that was with them, forward towards Daniel. Moving the goat towards the throne, he added; “Ah, the goat on the throne looks as a better ruler than the current one.” he frowned, as the trio watched the mighty goat sat upon the throne. A peculiar silence lingered in the room, with GOD’s subjects awkwardly gazing towards the goat. Momentarily, all was fine – before the goat began to defecate. ”Let us move out – let it be known Irrinor stinks of ****!” Daniel proclaimed loudly, as the trip proceeded to depart from the throne room, back off to the wilderness. WE DO NOT FORGET.

GOD’S RETRIBUTION AGAINST THE SINFUL ✞ The slaughter of orcs and wood elves, C. 1735. Daniel de Alence, a religious man. his only intent upon setting his foot on the shores of Arcas was his only wish, to spread the word of GOD to those who are lost. However, Daniel came to a land of death and war, the wood elves wanting him and his kin dead. Daniel is not known to be a fighter, yet, he wanted to avenge. In his years as a child, he learned how to write and think, little to none combat skills attuned to the little boy. The little boy did not know he would grow up to avenge his kind, GOD bless Daniel ‘the Avenger’ de Alence, a man with hope. After his vengeance for the death of Mars, Daniel had kept striding forward. A man, by the name of Harper Woad, had joined his aids, for he wanted to help Daniel in his journey. And so the two began to path of cleansing. TWO ORCS HAVE MET DANIEL’S SWORD YESTERDAY. ORCS, I GIVE YOU NOW A CHANCE - SURRENDER AND SEE MERCY, OR KILL THE WHOLE OF YOUR KIN. Daniel and Harper stood in front of Irrinor gates, Daniel looking to Harper, “In we go; quick and stealthy.” Daniel said quietly as Harper gave a single nod, both sneaking inside Irrinor, scouting around the city. Harper whispered to Daniel, “There; corrupted one.” He pointed to the Impure high elf that was living within Irrinor. Daniel nodded, “Now, Then.” he commanded as the two went towards her, her sword drawn, The two disarmed the woman quickly, Daniel mumbling “GOD, for I avenge another fallen of my kin.” AN ELF MET HER DEATH AT THAT MOMENT. FOR EACH HEAD YOU STRIKE, WOOD ELVES - I STRIKE AT THREE OF YOURS.

Daniel de Alence sits within his chambers, reading the missive, a frown appearing within his features “GOD help the fallen.” he sets his next target.

@Hunwald @mika1278 Construction of a Sutican Church, 1735 4th of Sun’s Smile, 1735 It is by GOD that I, Daniel ‘the Avenger’ de Alence, has negotiated with Trade Prince Mika Goldhand about installing a church within the lands of Sutica, Mika Goldhand has given the approval of the construction of the First Sutican Church in the Greater lands of The Free State of Sutica, May GOD bless his soul. Signed by, Grand Trade Mika Uialben ‘the Resourceful’ Goldhand, Leader of the Uialben clan, Governor of Uialbens, Haggis, Flame Lancers, Ashwoods, The Barking Cat, Protector of the Whispering Isles. Daniel de Alence, Acolyte of the Church of Canon

GOD’S WILL. ♱ A man descending from Aeldin blood has finally arrived at the shores of Arcas. His name was Daniel de Alence of Bourdon, Aeldin. A peasant with no skills in the arts of the blade. However, after mere days of Daniel traveling across Arcas, he has heard of war boiling between the humans and the orcs. Daniel clenched his fist as he heard of such war, speaking to the man who has told him about the news, “These trolls, these filthy ‘Raguks’ will see much more red, coming from their stink-**** skin.” He remarked annoyed, yet, the man had different news for Daniel, “It seems the Wood Elves have killed a man – by the name of Mars.” Daniel had clenched his fist with rage, his eyes filled with hatred, “First these red barbarians want to go to war, but now, the filth, the most rotten of the knife-ears want death to their kin as well!” And so, he set his next location straight for Irrinor. ”GOD, for mere moments bless me with the ability to fight – for I seek revenge.” Daniel chanted as he made his way to Irrinor. the results, you wonder? TWO ELVES HAVE MET THEIR DEATH. ONE ELF INJURED BADLY, BOTH HER HANDS CUT FROM HER PLACE. A painting of the heavily Injured wood elf would be inscribed here:

Well, what’s your name? Daniel de Alence Aye. And from whence do you hail? Aeldin, Bourdon. Alright, alright, that’s a fine place this time of season. How many years have you lived? Twenty Two Got it. Your ethnicity, good man? I can’t make it out. Heartlander. Mmm. I never would have expected it. Are you literate? Of course, I have vast knowledge, mostly in Oren’s history. Good, that won’t hurt you. Do you have a wife at home, or children? None, I prefer to not get involved in intimate relationships. They call Sixtus the Third ‘the Lewd’ for having two bastards. Don’t be like him. Have you got anything against taking oaths? None at all. You’re all set. I’ll have this filed away to the Prelate at once. He’s all the way off in Pembroke, at least a day’s trip. Give him a while

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The jet black crows of Vilac fly all over Arcas, delivering a neatly written piece of parchment, the crests of Vilac and Varoche visible from the exterior of the bound scroll. Within the scroll, an invitation would be found, sent to selected citizens of the Holy Orenian Empire. You are invited to the Holy Union of Janos Vilac And Julietta Maria Varoche The ceremony shall take place in the capital of the Holy Orenian Empire, The City of Helena. This event shall occur on the 10TH of TOBIAS’ BOUNTY, 1728 Don’t be shy to bring a gift for the newly married couple in celebration of their love. [!] At the bottom of the scroll, a list of those invited to the wedding could be found.[!] His Imperial Majesty Alexander II, Emperor of the Holy Orenian Empire. His Majesty Pierce Devereux I, King Of Curonia. His Majesty Andrew III Barbanov, King of Haense. His Majesty Adrian I Helvets, King of Kaedrin. Laurir Dimaethor Visaj, Sohaer of Haelunor. Her Grace Asria Nasrid, Duchess of Cresonia. His Highness Edward Suffolk, Archduke of Suffonia. His Grace Adrian Sarkozic, Duke of Adria. All of the Dragon blood houses. All the Nobility, Gentry, Clergy and Peasants of the Holy Orenian Empire are welcome to attend. Signed By, His Right Honorable, Janos of the House of Vilac, Margrave of Staf. Her Ladyship, Julietta Maria of the House of Varoche, Barontess of Napoliza. [OOC] When? August 10th - 5 PM EST. Where? The church in Helena.

Sign-up Format Character Name: Janos Vilac House: Vilac Age: 21 Rank: Dragonblood, Margrave. Do you reside at court?: Yes. Mcname: Squire_Mark Timezone: GMT+2 Discord: Hiroshima#0356

Janosz had spent the whole day working and writing, A bird flies to him with a letter attached to its leg, Janosz raises a brow as he opens the note, Reading carefully whats written on it. After finishing reading the post, He’d fold it and slip it to his pocket. A smile appears on his face as he gave a singular nod before muttering “Let us discuss.” He prepares for the meeting.

“You are ******* Disgusting, You know that?”

THE TRUTH OF VILAC Janos woke up after the festival of Unity. He stayed up all night, studying and reading. He had dressed up as he went outside, walking the streets of Helena. Something was off, however. As he walked towards the gates of Helena the citizens would be whispering and huffing. Janos approached one of them, asking what the commotion was all about. His brother, Yury Vilac has disowned Janos, shortly after he was legitimized. Frowning and saddened by the news, he returned to the confinement of his room in the palace. He began to pen down a letter, ready to be put on display all throughout the city. “Dear Brother, I have seen enough. You have been spreading lies about me, spreading the false rumor that I was never given the right to use the name of Vilac. At the festival of Unity, you denounced me in public, without giving me a chance to defend myself. - You have proven to me that you are not a man of honor, but one of lies. It was foolish of me to look up to you. Your true nature has finally become clear to me, You claim I had no permission to use the Vilac name - Yet again, Look at the Dissolution of Horen, As it says I am as I was brought into the world. A Vilac, true in blood and spirit. I am sick of your games, for I am the just, The rightful Patriarch Of House Vilac, who shall henceforth bear all its respective creed and titles. Your nature has done naught but brings inconvenience and difficulty to our once-great family name - Therefore you are now to be known as Yury Of Helena, disowned from the Vilac name, just as you have attempted to do to me. The house of Vilac shall not be forgotten, as I will take it to a new era. An era where it will be presented as a loyal and serving house to whoever is deemed the rightful emperor. One who does not kill innocent priests as it has done under the rulership of the bastard Yury. IN NOMINE DEI His Lordship, Janosz Vilac, Rightful Patriarch Of house Vilac, Margrave of Staf, Lord of Vilacz.

Students: Name: Janos Vilac Race: Human Age: 19 Subject(s) you wish to learn: Courtly Etiquette OOC: IGN: Squire_Mark Discord: Hiroshima#0356

Janos Smiles the sun smile, Preparing.

Janos Beams, Getting prepared for the ball!

Ser Mark Skynor sheathed his sword, After killing another bandit. He reads the post with disappointment that his name was not mentioned, Yet a smile can be seen across his features “It is a time for a new era, Then.” He chuckles loudly.

"Shut the **** up you ugly dwarf. The frog trading company prices are the best prices that were ever presented to Arcas." Comments a knight