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The GNN jingle is heard throughout the city "GOOOOOOOOOOD MORNING URGUAN, and welcome to another weekly Friday update! I'm your host as always Mica and lets dive right into this hell of a week!" some papers shuffle "To start us off, Local legend Bakir as been doing his part to help with the war effort! In an interview with me, Bakir has said that he patrols the Orenian roads for potential orenian victims, Antonyus falls into his trap. Captured and shackled by Bakir alongside the Ferrymen, Antonyus Horen was captured and taken to Norland. I was able to get this wonderful quote from him "Sometimes you are so focused on the Cheese you forget about the Trap" wise words to live by. Also, in regards to the capture of Oren nationals, two men were captured early last night and forced to make weapons for the legion till they paid off whatever wrong doing they did. " takes a sip of coffee "In local news, Draakopf Doomforged as been accused of dying a Grimgold child's eyes from red to blue, we await on the courts for further updates on this matter. the location of the lexicon picture has been discovered! we thank our men down in the workers guild for finding this site, they have set up camp and cleared the entrance to the site a few days ago, we now wait on the kings words for the next steps in this historic discovery! we also had a minor giant spider problem in the deep roads earlier this week but once again huge thank you to the workers guild for taking care of the issue!" more paper shuffling "Events Tonight! I hope you all have been hoarding your mina and kazuls cause we not only have the Mitzuul grove alchemical auction taking place at 4:30pm stone-hours but the first ever Merchants Guild Grand Auction!!! taking place at 6:30 stone-hours so i hope to see you all there! Coming this weekend!! we have the festival of Yudora hosted by the clergy ladies hope to see you there ;) and of course round off the weekend worker's guild night! In international news, Norland is holding pride parties every weekend of the next stone-month! all are welcome to attend to show support for our LGBTQ+ brothers and sister! and from all the way in Attenlund! me wee son davli is making his family proud exploring a wild new land! we hope to hear more stories from him soon" smiles with a nod "And now the weather and traffic for the weekend it's gonna be clear and sunning with some slight overcast towards Sunday with a chance of showers heading in to Monday. traffic is gonna be good over the weekend hopefully but do expect some delays heading into the city before and after the festival. This as been Gold News Now and ive been your host Mica Goldhand feel free to send a letter in with a story you want to share! I hope you all have a great weekend! this is Mica signing off!" the GNN jingle plays again and fades out

*the GNN jingle plays throughout the city “Goooooood Friday morning I’m your host Mica Goldhand with your weekly report! To start us off we had a raid earlier this week which ended well with our legion boys keeping us safe from slave traders, remember to thank your local legionnaire when you have a chance. As well as this week we had Oren attack Norland and it’s port town of Elys, both sides have released a statement and we await further information from the situation.” *a sound of papers being sorted during a sort break in the talking “In happier news, we have a fun packed weekend for Urguan, on Saturday we have legion training, smoothie night with the Kha and a medic lesson hosted by yours truly, and to round it all off a blow out Dungrimm festival held by lady Brynaelda Grandaxe, personally I’m very excited for that. As well as this the expedition to the giant golem was a success with the recovery of more ancient Dwed history and we believe this will bring us closer to understanding the origins of our city. But the hunt is still on for where the mystery location of where the gem displayed.” *shuffles papers "in Hefrumm the local Seers led a Ponderlot fuelled trip along the path of the gods, there was much merriment all round as well as great enlightenment by those who attended. all are welcome to attend on the next event held by the Seers. As well as a big thank you from all animal lovers to Asvi Frostbeard with her protest against the eating of squirrels, since her brave efforts to protect these fluffy friends we have seen a huge boost in the local population. *another short pause “Now for the weather and traffic, it’s gonna be a bit stormy this weekend so expect delays on your way in to the city and do keep and eye out for slave traders on your travels on main highways around east fleet. If you have a story you want to share please send it down to the office! the address is, Mica Goldhand, the Workers guild of Urguan Kingdom of Urguan. This has been Mica Goldhand with your weekly news here at Gold News Now and I hope you all have a great weekend!” *the talking fades and the GNN jingle plays again

PACT OF SAND AND DRAGON As the Osanorian people have lived in peace for years and the kin of Yavok have fought and died for centuries, two races, both creed and identity form together to make change and lead their people into a bright and glorious future. The peoples of Clan Ireheart and Osanora agree to meet annually every 5 years to discuss renewing the following pacts. PACT OF TRADE Clan Ireheart and the State of Osanora agree to a Trade pact, enrichening both parties. I - That the traders from both Osanora and Clan Ireheart are given full permission to sell and trade with Dwed and Osanorian alike. II - The Taxing of stalls and selling items are allowed in full, and both parties are given full authority to tax Merchants selling goods. PACT OF DEFENSE I - Clan Ireheart agrees to fully protect the borders and the citizens of Osanora against any foreign entity agressing on Osanora. II - Osanora agrees to pay 950 barels of bread every stone month (4 stacks of Haybales) in return for protection from the Kin of Yavok. Felipe De Medina Count of Osanora Axel Ireheart, Clan Father of the Ireheart Clan

[!] By authority of the High Courts, the Goldhand Clan's Grudge has been approved. Let this slight be put right. The Wronged: Clan Goldhand The Assailant: The Ocean and its expansive depths The Wrong: DISRUPTING THE GOLDHAND CLAN ONCE, by the attack of a Kraken during Clan Lord Dorimnur Goldhand’s 200th Birthday Party, disrupting the festivities and demanding it to be slain during the gift-giving procedures. DISRUPTING THE GOLDHAND CLAN TWICE, by the permanent scarring of Clan Lord Doirmnur Goldhand’s right pectoral during the defense of Aegrothond in the lands of Arcas by a pair of adult Basilisks, forever leaving the mark of the sea upon his skin. DISRUPTING THE GOLDHAND CLAN THRICE, by the removal of Clan Beardling Davli Goldhand’s left foot through the actions of a tiger shark, taken from him at an age far to young for a dwedki during the mining of Ironglass by the Worker’s Guild. Date of Wrongdoing: Multiple Dates, written on the 12th of The Amber Cold, 15 SA Terms of Settlement: FOR the mentioned wrongs, the Ocean shall send a representative to the courts to settle the grudge in a peaceful matter, as the Aurokanar are an agreeable folk. Should no representative be sent on behalf of the Ocean, the settlement shall be paid in jewels and blood. The Sea shall be plundered of its goods and its hostile inhabitants slain upon the approach of any Goldhand Vessel. NARVAK OZ URGUAN, NARVAK OZ BRATHMORDAKIN.

Ajax and Bojakk Releases a buffer song, one of the songs they've been holding onto for months. Hammerstruck Hammer, Hammer, hammer, hammer I was caught In the middle of a battleground I saw men and I knew they'd soon gathered round My mind raced, and I thought, what should I do Then I knew, There was no help, no help from you Sound of war drums Beating' in my heart Dorimnur's guns Had tore them apart I'd been Hammerstruck Marched down the highway Broke the umri, raided their town Went to haenseti, yeah haenseti, and we had some fun We met some men, Some ol' boys who were sublime Drank all their booze nothing to lose! Yeah yeah, they, they, they were good times! And We were drinking and were pleased laughing with a wheeze Yeah them Haense men were too kind We were Hammerstruck I was drinking and was pleased laughing with a wheeze Hammerstruck, Hammerstruck, Hammerstruck, Hammerstruck It's alright, we're doin fine It's alright, we're doin fine, fine, fine Hammerstruck, yeah, yeah, yeah Hammerstruck, Hammerstruck Hammerstruck baby baby Hammerstruck, Hammerstruck You've been Hammerstruck!

Ajax and Bojakk Frostbeard, whilst working on various projects, receives a commission by officer grudgebeard, to make and submit a song for his lady, Brynaelda Grandaxe. Taking special care to ensure the song is up to snuff before releasing it Grandaxe Girl Grandaxe Girl She's been living that Grandaxe World I bet she's never had cavern guy I bet clan father's never her told her why I'm gonna try for a Grandaxe Girl She's been living in her highland world As long as anyone with red hair can And now she's looking for a cavern dwed man That's what I am And when she knows what she wants in her life And when she sees me I know she's gonna be my wife she'll see I'm not so rough Just because I'm in love with a Grandaxe Girl You know I've seen her in her Grandaxe World She's getting tired of her grandaxe boys and all the stress from her little bundles of joy She's got her choice Grandaxe girl You know I'm not the richest in the world But maybe when my minecart comes in She'll understand the kind of dwed i've been Her heart I'll win And when she's walking, her hips swingin', so fine And when we're talkin, beard swayin', all mine She knows I'm not so rough Just because I'm in love with a Grandaxe Girl She's been living in her highland world As long as anyone with red hair can And now she's looking for a cavern dwed man That's what I am Grandaxe Girl, She's My grandaxe girl You know I'm in love with a Grandaxe girl, my Grandaxe girl You know I'm in love with a Grandaxe girl, my Grandaxe girl You know I'm in love with a Grandaxe girl, my Grandaxe girl You know I'm in love with a Grandaxe girl

Bojakk frostbeard, amidst his musings and his latest album, releases a singular song, aimed at his father, whom as of writing this hasn't spoken to anyone nor interacted at all with any of his kin in over 2 years. His hopes is to help shake his father out of his obsession before it consumes him any further You're Belka's Quill now Ajax all the dwed's eyes are turned on you Now you're upon the tavern's shining stage Everything revolves on what you do ah, you've hit your stride In your old age You can always have your way somehow Because you are Belka's quill now You can disregard your past mistakes and you can turn your back on what you've done Just a little sonnet is all it takes Who thinks about the past whilst having fun? Oh Loneliness will get to you somehow But you are Belka's Quill now Ah, they all want a commission and they await your reply oh but between you and me and Kal'darakaan... So do I.... All the people have learned your name Soon there will be lines outside your door Wrapped up in this fleeting music game but do you really know them anymore? So your life is only writing anyhow And You are Belka's quill now Close your eyes when you're in to deep And stay inside til' everyone else will go Only speak to your son in your sleep Yeah, and run away when you don't want to know You've got to stop this madness somehow But You are Belka's quill now Ah you know this writing won't last forever And you've burned yourself out before Oh but for the sake of clan and for the little people... you adore.... See as all the people turn away Maybe another album will change their mind It doesn't matter how much you pay Anything to keep you from falling behind! This is what you wanted, ain't you proud... Because you are Belka's quill now.

Ajax Frostbeard, having spent most of his time the past few months [if not years at this point] steeped in his work, hearing both the breakup of him and his courting lady, as well as the most recent events of him getting chewed on by bears, and falling into melancholy, adamantly works, and produces this song. Going to personally post this on every door he can find, with as many copies as he can make in carry, taking him the better end of a day or two to do so. Like hell if he's going to let this stand. Hey Bo [Author note: To Bojakk.. My sweet baby boy.. you've been through a lot. Never give up hope.. No matter how bleak things look.. From Papa] Hey Bo, Don't feel so sad Even rain clouds, don't last forever Remember, that right from the start Deep in your heart, you can do better. Hey Bo, don't be depressed You were born to, so much greater The minute, you let the hurt go Then you'll feel so much better And anytime you feel the pain, hey bo, refrain Don't carry that hate upon your shoulders For well you know that it's a dwed with hate in his head Who will make his life colder Na na na na na na na na na na Hey Bo, don't let me down You'll feel better, once you forget her [Let it out and let it in] Remember [Hey Bo!], that right from the start Then you can find someone so much better So Let it out and let it in, Hey Bo, trust in Your Father, someone you perform with And don't you know it's not just you, hey bo, for true Just lean your head on my shoulder Na na na na na na na na yeah Hey Bo, Don't feel so sad Even rain clouds, don't last forever Remember, that right from the start [Finley, ******* hell] Deep in your heart, you can do better. Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo (Bo Bojakk Bojakk Bojakk Bojakk Bojakk owwwww wowww) Naa na na na na na na (Na na na), na na na na, hey Bo (Bo, Bo Bo Bo Bo) Naa na na na na na na (Yeah yeah yeah), na na na na, hey Bo (You know you can make, Bo Bo, You're not gonna break it) Naa na (Don't feel sad Bo) na na na na na (Even rain clouds don't last forever), na na na na, hey Bo Hey Bo, hey Bo wowwwwww Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo Bo Bo Bo Bo Bo Bo Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo (Na na na na na na na na na na na na) Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo Naa na na na na na na (Make it Bo), na na na na, hey Bo (Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah) Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo (Go listen to ya pa pa pa pa pa pa pa pa) Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo Naa na na na na na na, na na na na, hey Bo

Bojakk Frostbeard, Whilst awaiting a hunt in hefrumm to begin. Dispatches this song to the the remembrancers, and the tavern of Kal'Darakaan Grudge War: Where knife ears lie, lay paralyzed, a brother's beard is gone and his body buried here, shame marked on his grave. Kin at home, receive a message, and shed a tear of grief Hate and blood, for foreign land, no mercy to withstand. Where are these fiends that i've been told? What fools thought themselves bold? Was your blood worth the sacrifice? Grudge War We will not take more! Grudge war The legion's marching on! To settle the great score There will be no encore! Grudge War The war upon your shore! I'm standing here, I know no fear, with brothers at my feet Over there, upon their ramparts, halberds wear my name Lead ahead, as the marshall said, and show them no remorse Who am I to understand? What you will be come. I'll do my duties, pay the price For honor, a worthy sacrifice For my clan my honor is secured! Grudge War We will not take more! Grudge war The legion's marching on! To settle the great score There will be no encore! Grudge War The war upon your shore! And blow by blow you'll pay the price of a hair here Though brothers fallen, we see heroes rise We face the heat As we'll cut you down until the last Upon the stone we shall write our own history Grudge War We will not take more! Grudge war The legion's marching on! To settle the great score There will be no encore! Grudge War The war upon your shore!

Ajax Frostbeard, whilst working on a larger project, releases a motivational song for the legion, in hopes of once again bolstering recruitment, and morale of those serving in our armed forces. Khazad with the Axe From on high Came the Khazad with the Axe! From the lands of our fathers wake Came the legend of our fate The blessing of Anbella has long been parted On the stone of mountain gave To us a home for the brave and our ancestors shan't be forgotten From the hands of heaven made Marching far to parade By his word we praise his holy name ferrum fratribus From on high came the khazad with the Axe With a flash of steel we break oren's back In the mines of our brothers toiling In the fields legion's blood is boiling From on high came the Khazad with the Axe To their destiny they stride Bringing their fury and their pride And the lands of dwed had long been parted Stand your ground for Yemekar's name Out for vengeance and for pain By the dawn we raise Yemekar's Flame ferrum fratribus From on high came the khazad with the Axe With a flash of steel we break oren's back In the mines of our brothers toiling In the fields legion's blood is boiling From on high came the Khazad with the Axe From on high came the khazad with the Axe [From on high came the khazad with the Axe] With a flash of steel we break oren's back [With a flash of steel we break oren's back] In the mines of our brothers toiling In the fields legion's blood is boiling From on high came the Khazad with the Axe From on high came the khazad with the Axe With a flash of steel we break oren's back In the mines of our brothers toiling In the fields legion's blood is boiling From on high came the Khazad with the Axe

Ajax Frostbeard, strangely enough, is posting a song written by his son alone. The song posted upon the tavern door and to the remembrancers, a small note is attached before the song of every copy simply stating "Bojakk of late isn't feeling well... Something about girl troubles.. I figured it'd be nice to publish one of his songs while he sulks... Enjoy -AJax" Fight for your right [Dwarf Version] KICK IT You wake up late for work, jeez, you don't wanna go You ask your dad 'Please?' but he still says "No!" You missed half the vein and 2 hours of work But your foreman leads the line like you're some kinda jerk You Gotta Fight! For your Right! To Party! Clan-dad caught you drinking and he says "No Way!" That hypocrite downs 12 beers a day! Living at home is such a drag Now Grudgebeard threw away your best nudie mag [damn it..] You Gotta fight, for your right to party You gotta fight Don't leave Kal'darakaan if that's what you're gonna wear I'll kick you outta my clan if you ever CUT THAT HAIR Brynaelda busted in shouting 'What's this noise' aaaaah Bryn you're just jealous it's the Frostbeard Boys! You Gotta fight, for your right to party You Gotta fight, for your right to party Paaaaaaarty! Paaaaaaarty! Yeah!

Bojakk Frostbeard, whilst working away helping his father, secretly releases a song for his new courting lady, Finley Grandaxe. A bit embarrassed about the whole ordeal, the song is posted via courier Oh Finley In all the times i've been here You're such a sight, You're looking finer than any grandaxe in sight you, don't know how much that hair of fire sets off in me a burning desire Finley Oh! Finley! My heart throbs again Oh! Finley Is it ever going to end? Oh! Finley My heart throbs again Oh! Finley I see your lips and I dream of one day kissing them I never thought i'd be the one to pine for them I don't know if you'll ever care for me But if i'm going to try I know you're the best for me Finley Oh! Finley! My heart throbs again Oh! Finley Is it ever going to end? Oh! Finley My heart throbs again Oh! Finley My heart hasn't been the same since. Maybe it's no good and i'm just asking for trouble I want to know you, but I don't know how to talk to you It's probably no use I'm heading for disaster but when I see you My heart starts beating faster Finley Oh! Finley Finley You're so fine my heart can't take it, yeah! Oh! Finley My heart throbs again Oh! Finley My heart can't take it Oh! Finley!

Ajax Frostbeard, while still waiting for his son Bojakk to arrive in Kal'Darakaan, wrote a small sonnet after having a strange dream of the legion. Taking no time to put to paper, he releases the song to the tavern and remembrancers whilst working on another project to help buffer his time. Out from the hall and far away Hear now the war drums beat again Warning of the marching human The legion go forth in rank I say! To fight out from the hall and far away. Out from hall to fight again The Uruk, Elf-land and Oren! Grand King commands, and we obey! Out from the hall and far away. Oh Come ye strong dwed from the mine! To serve King Norli, who's good and fine! Come into legion to train today! To fight out of the hall and far away Out from Khaz to fight again The Uruk, Elf-land and Oren! Grand King commands, and we obey! Out from the hall and far away. No more do the war dums do beat while the thundering of war ram's bleat The enemies of dwed have lost this day From out of the hall and far away Out from hall to fight again The Uruk, Elf-land and Oren! Grand King commands, and we obey! Out from the hall and far away.

Bojakk Frostbeard, whilst working with his father, finishes another song, sending out a courier to post the song to both the tavern as well as to get a copy to the remembrancers. I need a mina I need a mina, mina, mina is what i need [hey hey] Well I need a mina, mina ,mina is what i need [hey hey] I said I need a mina, mina, mina is what I need and if i join the legion would you give some mina to me? Hard times are coming more than you know [hey hey] I'll tell you what, there's more to life than gold [hey hey] I've been marchin, marchin that long ol' troublesome road and i'm looking for somewhere to drop this heavy load. I need a mina, mina, mina is what i need! [hey hey] Well I need a mina, mina, mina is what I need. Well I don't know where there's a job to be found 'Cause the mines before me are, crumblin' down and all I want, is for someone to help me! Was in the guild, The elder fired me out the blue [He said] I'm sorry but the mine veins run out of ore [I said] Please brother there must be another job for me to do! but he gave me my last paycheck and he sent me on out the door. Well I need a mina, mina mina is what I need [hey hey] Said I need a mina, mina mina is what I need [hey hey] And I need a mina, mina, mina is what I need And if i join the legion would you give some mina to me. Well I don't know where there's a job to be found 'Cause the mines before me are, crumblin' down and all I want, is for someone to help me! What in the world am i going to do now? There's got to be a way to get mina somehow I just need enough to afford chow. And pay for my baby's bottle And pay for my baby's bottle I need to provide for these kids of mine! [hey hey] and for my babies, i'll spend my last dime [hey hey] I don't care if I've got to work overtime And even if it kills me i'll feed them in time. urguan's blessed legion is now with whom I roam[hey hey] and for my granddaughter i'll spill blood on stone [hey hey] Cause i've been trying, trying myself down to the bone and I swear on ancestors grave i'll have mina when i get home. Said I need a mina, mina mina is what I need [hey hey] And I need a mina, mina, mina is what I need And if i join the legion would you give some mina to me. Come on share some mina with me Go on, share some mina with me come on, share your mina, give me your mina, spare some mina for me...

Bojakk Frostbeard, upon request of the high king [to his recollection]. Has written and now published a song of national ferver, and an additional marching song of the legion Battle Hymn of Urguan Mine eyes have seen the glory of our greatest mountain peak The grand mountain holme's treasure of which other nations seek The umri and elgi armies before the urguan legion are weak. Our banner marches on Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Our Banner marches on. I have seen our Mighty legion in their forward circling camp They have builded us a homeland, from the umri that they stamp And with it we have built an empire with the forge and mining lamp Our clans are building on! Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Our clans are building on! I have seen Yemekars fire, upon the Anvil's shining steel As we come together as dwedmar, with the uruk and umri deal! Let the heroes born of urguan, crush the tallfolk under-heel! Their hammer's marching on Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Their hammer's marching on They have sounded forth the trumpet that shall never call retreat We will fell the Oren Empire and break their emperor's seat! Oh be swift my blade to strike them down, oh be jubilant my feet! Our Legion is marching on! Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah In the beauty of the mountains, Urguan sat upon his throne With his children's fledgling nation, wherein it had grown As he fought back the darkness, let us make our might known! While our legion marches on! Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Narvok, Narvok, Hallelujah Our banner marches on

Anbella's Grace - Healuroz Barimmar From the desk of the Head Medic Letter of resignation My fellow medics, my dear clinic and residents of the Kingdom and its holdings, I write this letter with a heavy heart. But, the changing of power allows growth. With a great deal of pride for my second medics, medics and trainees, it is time for a change in the clinic, i would like to inform you all of such: I, Mica Grandaxe, currently Head Medic of the Grand Clinic of Urguan, Anbella’s Hand, am formally stepping down from my position. Like that of my predecessor before me, I gave the clinic my full heart and soul, and expect the same from whoever is chosen to follow in these footsteps. Though, I will still remain at the clinic as a second medic as well continue to train medical trainees alongside my fellow medics. I will be taking more time for myself and pursuits of personal developments. We will be shortly holding a clinic wide meeting to elect a new Head Medic within the next few stone-days, as well as the oath taking, the passing of the axe to the new Head Medic and finally closing speeches. All are welcome to attend this event. Thank you all my kin, it has been an honour to serve Lady Anbella and the kingdom. Mica Grandaxe

A courier is dispatched once more to deliver around the mountainholme the Songs of Ajax and Bojakk. Doing what they can to ensure the quarantine remains safe while also still preparing and presenting their works. This time they decided would be perfect for a song they had been holding onto for a while. A Dedication to the Healuroz Barimmar and Micah Grandaxe. Medical Queen She keeps a bonesaw and bandage in a bed side cabinet "Where does it hurt?" she says While preparing a tourniquet. With herbalist remedies for ailing extremities! Starsteel surgical tools if your health declines~ Bloodied and broken miners have never been looking finer! A Healuroz Barimmar~ She's the Medic, Queen fix your lung, and your spleen! Precision work and never mean! Guaranteed to ease your mind! Anytime! A medical professional she simply is exceptional What a find~ When performing operations her steady hands are sure the best! recuperating? She'll be sure that you get your rest! Met a legionnaire who ended up in her care And to quote him directly "She was purely sublime~" Just to be around and see it As the clinic's shining spirit Representin' Anbella's Grace She's the Medic Queen fix your lung, and your spleen! Precision work and never mean! Guaranteed to ease your mind! [Anytime] With needle and thread she'll stitch you up [Guitar sting] Bloody garments from waist up! Broken leg and loss of traction? in a flash, you're back in action! You know that Redhead's so damn (So Damn wild~) (Wild~) She can mend or break you~ She's the Medic, Queen fix your lung, and your spleen! Precision work and never mean! Guaranteed to ease your mind! [Anytime] A medical professional she simply is exceptional What a find~ [What a find~]

Just as Quickly as Bojakk dropped the first two sets of songs, Ajax makes him rush out and deliver a third set. Another length of sonnet much like the prior one, equally as intriguing though this one having a backing chorus in the sheet music Khazad Paradise As I sit in the decades close to the shadow of death I take a look at my life, realizin' I have little time left 'Cause I've been sittin' and spittin so long that even bojakk thinks that my mind is gone. But I ain't never raised a hand to a dwed that didn't deserve it Me be treated like an orc, you know that's unheard of You better watch how you're talkin, or to whom you're walkin' Or you and your kinsmen will be hearin me squawk I'm the last of my kin, and it makes me choke as they croak, I see myself left among the pipe smoke Friend, I'm the Kinda D, the little beardlin's wanna be like At my desk day and night , writing songs by candlelight Been spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Been spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Keep spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Keep spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Look at the situation, Ulrah had me facin' I couldn't live a normal life, Raise a kid in this strife!? So I had to bail out to the exile team Too much blackfist listenin' had me chasin' dreams I'm an educated dwed with Urguan on my mind Got a quill in my hand and a gleam in my eye I'm a white haired Frostbeard, set writin' stammer And if you mess with my clan, you'll encour my hammer Friend, death ain't nothin' but a bad day away I'm livin' life, write or die, what can I say? I'm 563 now but will i live a century or more? The way dwarves last I don't know Tell me why are we so blind to see That our wanten greed, is killing me? Been spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Been spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Keep spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Keep spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Culture in the sonnets, sonnets full of power Pumpen out by the minute, albums by the hour Everybody's bumpin, half them ain't lookin' it's goin' on in my apartment, I barely remember whats cookin' They say I gotta chill, but nobody's here to talk with me if they ain't got no time, when they gonna hang with me? I guess they can't, I guess they won't, I guess I'm alone, that's why I bang out so many song's friend. Been spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Been spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Keep spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise Keep spendin most my life, livin in the Khazad Paradise

Ajax Frostbeard, still locked away within his home, sends out another courier. Another set of copies sent to their usual places, and the last copy pinned to the Tavern. Dwed of the Kingdom have begun to not see Ajax in several stone days now. Urguan Khazadmar [A real Dwarf] I am Urguan Khazadmar! I am the fire of Yemekar! I am Urguan Khazadmar! Fight for our land! Fight for our clan! When Oren bears down and you burn inside! You have to take a stand and crush their tide If you hurt my clan, and you hurt my pride I'll carry outa grudge, I won't let it slide! I am Urguan Khazadmar! I am the fire of Yemekar! I am Urguan Khazadmar! Fight for our land! Fight for our clan! I bear the mark of my mountain holme And for my allies to the plains i'll roam The Brathmordakin's fire is inside of me! By Yemekar's word this world will stay free! I am Urguan Khazadmar! I am the fire of Yemekar! I am Urguan Khazadmar! Fight for our land! Fight for our clan! I am Urguan Khazadmar! [FOR THE HOLME!] I am the fire of Yemekar! [FOR URGUAN!] I am Urguan Khazadmar! Fight for our land! Fight for our clan! [Instrumental interlude] If you hurt my clan, and you hurt my pride I'll carry outa grudge, I won't let it slide! I am Urguan Khazadmar! [Mountain holme!] I am the fire of Yemekar! [For Urguan!] I am Urguan Khazadmar! Fight for our land! Fight for our clan! I am Urguan Khazadmar! [FOR THE HOLME!] I am the fire of Yemekar! [For Urguan!] I am Urguan Khazadmar! Fight for our land! Fight for our clan!

Hefrumm ⧫Intro⧫ Hefrumm is the main village of the forest dwarves, founded by the Paragon Bjor Cottonwood in Atlas with the idea of having a place where forest dwarf culture and unity can be protected. It is led by their elected High Chief, in cooperation with the separate clan chiefs or leaders. Hefrumm consists of the Cottonwood, Treebeard, Blackroot, and Emberhorn clan, together with a few lesser clans and clanless dwarves. All clans bring different traditions and ways to Hefrumm, though what they all share is a strong communal feeling. They take care of each other and share their land with their kin, for that is how Bjor had envisioned it. The forest dwarves live off the fat of the land that Anbella has blessed them with, be it through farming or the art of the hunt. ⧫History⧫ As the hammering from their anvils, the arguing of dwarves and the feasting of younger beardlings would echo through the deep underground caverns of Agnarum, it would be rather quiet above ground where Bjor ‘Sugartits’ sat looking over the remains of his village. He was the current Chief of the Cottonwood clan, though this was an empty title, for he had seen little of his kin in general for many years. The thought of his kin feeling the same solitude as himself would rush through his troubled mind as he would stand up convinced it was time for a new age for his forest dwarf kin. ⧫Clans⧫ Major clans ➻ The Cottonwood clan teaches and follows the ways of the hunt, as they live off it. Besides being barbaric warriors of the woods, they are considered fine craftsmen of those materials they gather from the hunt. Being experienced in their craft, they are often seen wandering down into the mountain to sell their animal goods to their mountain and cave kin. The Cottonwood clan has the tradition to ride fierce boars and wield relatively primitive weaponry on their hunts, using the technique of flint napping. Current Chief: Bodhi Cottonwood ➻ The Blackroot clan is a clan that branched away from the Cottonwoods and now composes the spiritual and religious soul of Hefrumm. Their members tend to integrate religion and spirituality in all forms of their lives. Many Blackroots become seers when they are old enough offering advice and guidance to those that look for it. Blackroots are very proficient with herbs for medical and spiritual uses. Despite not being as welcoming to people they do not know as the cottonwoods, they still believe in kindness to travelers. Blackroots are always open to gain new knowledge from the world around them. Current Chief: Yazmorra Blackroot ➻ The Treebeard clan is the only elder clan of the forest dwarves, having their roots go back to the seventh son of Urguan, Gloin Treebeard. The Treebeards are often considered wise dwarves with their clan knowledge dating back to the birth of the dwarven race. One could often see in history them to be the ones to preach their religious wisdom. Today the clan consists of two parts, the minority that stayed with Hefrumm through darker times and kept true to their peaceful ways. And on the other hand the Leafheart line, so proclaimed by Karl Blackroot, who are known to be more nomadic and aggressive in their ways, having records of their returns every few ages before return to their nomadic life shortly after. Current Clan leader: Thorin Treebeard (of Treebeards of old) I Ulvi Treebeard (Leafheart line) ➻ The Emberhorns are well known as stonemasons, ram riders, and smiths, and have always had a wanderlust within them. They are proud dwarves, but are humble enough to work the farms and reside peacefully in the forest and mountain tops above the Kingdom, wanting for not more than a pint of mead and a quiet existence in their clan hall. Current Clan Lord: Ordvair Emberhorn Lesser or missing clans ➻ The Oakhand clan had their main presence during the end of Atlas. The clan focused on the skillful art of woodworking. Making both rough items and beautiful carvings. Though their numbers were never extraordinary, many of the beautiful wood carvings around Hefrumm were done by the fingers of an Oakhand. ➻ The Boldshoulder clan is a clan of unknown origin, for there were tales that they were older than Hefrumm itself. The clan would have been centered around trade, for which they lived as nomads. ➻ The Bogbelly clan also branched off the Cottonwood clan, founded by one of Bjor’s sons, Horren Bogbelly. The clan preferred the swampy environment more than the forests. They adapted to this new hunting ground and took the tradition of licking cane toads to get high, though this sometimes resulted in fatalities. ➻ The Pufftree clan specializes in the craft and harvesting of puffs and other hallucinogenic substances. They consist of often lazy hobos purely living for and from those puffs, often filled with delusional and interesting views on the realm as a result of extensive drug use. ➻The Windrock clan, a family that founded their clan under the rule and guidance of Karl Blackroot. A clan known for bringing the greatest of boulders down from dwarven peaks to the village, to create many things out of it with their experience and ways in stone masonry. ➻The Oakfoot clan, not to be confused with the Oakhands, this clan would merge themselves with the forest kin of Hefrumm during early Almaris. In the long absence of the Oakhand clan, these dwarves provided Hefrumm with their nifty fingers for carpentry. ⧫Ruling⧫ High Chief Hefrumm is led by its High Chief. A figure that embodies and represents the unity of forest dwarves at the council table of Urguan. For each clan that is part of Hefrumm, which fit Urguan’s requirements, the High Chief would get an extra vote on Urguan’s council. The High Chief is chosen in an election, open to all members of Hefrumm. Shortly after the High Chief would undergo a coronation where a traditional twigs-woven crown will be passed from High Chief to the next generation’s High Chief. This coronation is believed to be sacred with the blessing of Anbella, and it would be considered highly dishonorable to interrupt this process, showing no respect to the Hearth Mother herself. The High Chief is guided not only by the Hearth Mother herself but also by the wisdom of his clan leaders and elders. Townsfolk Council On the topic of internal matter, Hefrumm will call upon the townsfolk council. Here all members of Hefrumm come together in their mead hall. Just like the elections all members would get a vote and the opportunity to voice their opinion and complaints. During the second golden age of Hefrumm these meetings were called yearly. Council of Chiefs Not all matters could be discussed with every member present, hence the council of chiefs was created. Mainly going over the external matters of Hefrumm, it would consist of the High Chief and all clan leaders of the clans that met the given requirements of 3 active members of said clan. These clan leaders are also known to be the advisors of the High Chief. ⧫Notable Characters⧫ High Chiefs of Hefrumm Bjor Cottonwood, founder and first High Chief Thorin Treebeard, second High Chief Ozneat Treebeard, third High Chief Eerika Cottonwood, fourth High Chief Beorn Cottonwood, fifth High Chief Ordvair Emberhorn, sixth High Chief Karl Blackroot, seventh High Chief Yazmorra Blackroot, eighth High Chief Qrue Grasswhistle, the ninth High Chief Celeste Blackroot, the tenth High Chief Folkloric characters The forest folk of Hefrumm have the tradition to gather around their fire and hearths to tell the saga’s of their ancestors and the tales of the mythical beings. Folklore of Hefrumm is the bundle of such tales, with which the dwarves try to teach their younglings about values and ways. ➻ Mi, the wandering tree A forest troll, befriended by Beorn Cottonwood. Though a lot of mystery would float around the intelligence of this forest troll and its origin, the massive beast and the forest dwarves helped each other multiple times. Mi was mainly a help in fighting off the alar plague of Arcas both with his brutal strength, as Beorn rode the beast to battle and his knowledge on the creature. ➻ Grogg, the protector A golem that was believed to have been tasked to protect the forest dwarves of Hefrumm. The massive construction frequently patrolled the village during Bjor’s era. The golem has not been seen in years, however, it is believed that in Hefrumm’s time of need the golem will show himself once more to protect the forest folk. ➻ Snowball, the snow demon Once a dwarf, the child eating creature is believed to return after death. This led to the theory of him being a spawn of Khorvad himself. Under Beorn’s ruling the creature was captured and held in captivity with the idea, if we can’t take his life we must take his freedom. ➻ Silvernips The silvernips are little silver haired tiny gnome like beings that steal food from animals, and steal resources from chests. These beings also have a tendency to take the hay from forest dwarf farms for which they are hated. ⧫Villages⧫ Dol’Tazarak (Village of Unity) The first of Hefrumm’s villages, born from what was once the Cottonwood village, Dol’Tazarak laid within the southern valley of the lands of the Confederation of Hammer, later to become Agnarum, during the age of Atlas. The majority build by the hands of the young Bjor Cottonwood, in his solitude and absence of kin. The village was modest yet more than what most of his kin knew, being children of the forests and hills. The name Dol’Tazarak refers to the first unity to be formed of their kin, a unity needed by their kin and promising for the years to come. Though being small and modest the village was self-sufficient, farm lands covering the lands of Hefrumm, blessed by the temple of the hearth, higher up the mountain. ➻Temple of the Hearth At the arrival of the first Treebeards of Hefrumm, lead by Ozneat, they did not only bring their knowledge the Brathmordakin but also the will to provide Hefrumm’s lands with a temple for their Hearth Mother Anbella. On the southern side of Azgaryum’s mountains, there stood this temple. Religious ceremonies and teachings were held there by the Treebeards. ➻The roofless brewery Bjor and his kin had a demand for ale, which was answered by Muradir Deeproot. He was the first brewer of Hefrumm, building by his bulky hands the brewery that stood in the midst of Dol’Tazarak. ➻Mossbeard’s groove Being the home of the legendary Root Druid, the groove was filled with clouds of pollen and spores. At the end of this groove there stoop a massive mushroom, mighty in its appearance and crowned by a hole in the ground, letting through the sun’s light. It was here that the crown of Hefrumm was created by the mystical Mossbeard. Dol’Kronos (Village of the Legend) On the realm of Acras, the village Dol’Kronos was build for the kin of Hefrumm. The village being far greater compared to Dol’Tazark, it stretched across the entire southern valley of Kal’Evraal, with their wheat fields running over the hilltops. Thorin Treebeard was the one to first name the village, translating to Village of the Legend, in honor of his fallen father who had built the village, Bjor Cottonwood. ➻Dverga eron da Kirkja Rhun Founded by Karl Blackroot the Dverga eron da Kirkja Rhun offers a slightly unique view on the Brathmodrakin and its practice compared to that of the Da Kirkja Dverga. The order is formed by the seers, who teach those willing often through more tribal rituals and ceremonies, in which psychedelics would often come to use. Seers are individuals that have proven themselves able and responsible enough to be verified as a seer. Knowledgeable and in control of his emotions the Seer guides communities to be closer with the Brathmordakin and to try to be an example of a good dwarf. For this reason it is recommended that each clan has a Seer which the clan members can come to in their times of need for answers and guidance. The seers also have more of an eye for the world around them, believing the Brathmordakin bring the dwarves signs and messages through the natural world. ➻Puffden Qrarm, also known as the Puff uncle, was the one to bring the usage of drugs or puffs to the village of Hefrumm. The puffden was founded by Qrarm functioning as a center of puff usage and trade. Some would refer to the den as Qrarm’s drug basement, other’s a heaven of pure relief and joy, either way, you get the best puffs there. ➻Khaz’ur’Yemkadar Also known as the Hall of Creation, Khaz’ur’Yemkadar would be the hall under which the craftsmen and women of Hefrumm would unite their craft. It would be here that all knowledge of the forest dwarven crafts would come together. The forest folk would teach each other there, hold lessons, and sell their goods under a common name and most importantly find company during the long hours of their work. The Cottonwood clan would mainly supply the one to conduct the working of animal materials like their hide and bones, together with the craft of flintknapping. Though there are also forest dwarves highly experienced in woodworking, tailoring and other crafts. ➻Tavern The tavern of Hefrumm is the place the forest dwarf would dwell after a long day of work. Serving the legendary Cottonwood Honeybeer, brought over from Atlas, it would attract many townsfolk and travelers. After Bjor’s death, and the running dry of their honeybeer barrels, the tavern would fall to ruin. It was during the second golden age the tavern would serve ale again. Nabrick Grandaxe would be the first to start serving drinks once again, though swiftly followed by other helping hands. ➻Library Founded by Horren Bogbelly during the age of Bjor, the library of Hefrumm is a collection of the wisdom and knowledge beyond simply the dwarven world, situated in between the roots of the tree of ancestors. Though what the library is most visited for, are the books on the history of the forest dwarves. During the war with the orcs, the library functioned as a hide away if needed, which would result in other facilities, like the Paragon hall, being build. ⧫Relics⧫ Crown of Hefrumm The wooden crown appears to be made out of a single piece of thick tangled dark oak root. It has two distinctive sides, one looks fresh and green, the other seems to be a bit decayed and covered in moss. On the front side there appears to be a story carved into it - A dwarf coming from the woods, who will then work the land, eating the fruits he grew. More other dwarves will begin to gather around him. Eventually he is handed a wooden Crown and made King of the Forest Dwarves, under this image with the name 'Bjor' be carved. Few would know that a nature elemental phoenix's feather has been added into the heart of the wood, giving the crown strange properties. ~The unnamed village of Hefrumm, during the age of Almaris~ Credits to Mateolog for helping me with the english <3.

~ Where The Forest Reaches The Mountain ~ [!] An invitation would hang on the Notice Board of Urguan and Tree Trunks of Hefrumm. A detailed drawing of the Dwarven Mountainside covered by a forest. The first decade of Almaris has proven abundant for the prodigious mountain ranges and vast forests of the Grand Kingdom of Urguan. Hefrumm, the village of the forest dwarves, now being closer than ever to the capital city, Kal’Darakaan, has brought a great merge of culture between all of Yemekar’s children. A testament to the fruitful future of all Kazad’mar, Belka has now brought forth a union of Agnarumm and Hefrumm through marriage. Rarely is there time for revelry and joy in the world of politics, more often than not when one takes on a role to serve their people, their life is dedicated to duty and compromise. The High Chief of Hefrumm proves that this though, is not always the case. With Anbella’s guidance, she has found immense joy in caring for her people, guiding lost forest dwed home, and leading Hefrumm into an age of prosperity. With her duties firmly devoted to the future of all Hefrumm, the High Chief’s prospects of a family life have led her to a lengthy courtship with a charming Agnarumm. Most days spent welcoming guests from behind the bar or knees deep in fermented ale, the Iron Baron of Urguan has dedicated his life to serving the patrons of the Queen’s Bounty and crafting the unique brews he devises deep within the Grandaxe Clan Hall Brewery. He helps guide the nation towards prosperity through The Brewers’ Guild of Urguan, training the next group of Kazad’mar in the art of brew making. When The Iron Baron was blindsided by Belka’s blessing he quickly found himself elated at the prospect leading him into a lengthy courtship with an alluring Hefrumm. After many years, the two have decided to join together in marriage under the eyes of the Brathmordakin. The Marriage between The High Chief of Hefrumm, Chief of the Blackroot Clan, and Seer of the Brathmordakin, Yazmorra Blackroot, and The Iron Baron and Grand Brewmaster of Urguan, Levian’Tol Grandaxe will take place within the halls of Kal’Darakaan with the ceremony being held inside The Temple of The Worldmaker. The revelry is not limited to just the Kazad’mar of Urguan, but the invitation extends to all those across Almaris who wish for good food, great drinks, and better company. To begin the celebration, prior to the ceremony, the couple will participate in a Lover’s Brawl in the Grand Arena of Kal’Darakaan. A tradition of Da Seers Eron Hefruth, the brawl will symbolize Belka’s blessing of strength in love. Following the duel, the pair will freshen up and make their way to Temple for the wedding ceremony. With an addition of Seer customs to a traditional Da Kirkja Dverga ceremony, the pair will declare a blood oath followed by an exchanging of silver rings atop their wedding bands in Anbella’s honor. The celebration will then conclude with a feast in the Queen’s Bounty. Anbella’s warmest blessings to those who attend. Signed by, Iron Baron and Grand Brewmaster of Urguan Levian'Tol Grandaxe High Chief of Hefrumm, Seer of the Brathmordakin, and Chief of The Blackroot Clan Yazmorra Blackroot [!] Several small Wood Sparrows would deliver special invitations to the hands or mailboxes of multiple individuals outside of Urguan’s borders. Special Invitations are extended to: The citizens of The Kingdom of Norland and in particular, High Keeper Alisa Camian, Terra, Barrel Prince Tavish Faretto, Marshal Donovan Freysson, Vane, Count Eugeo de Astrea, Former King of Norland Caedric Edvardsson, Ludvina Lunner The citizens of Talon’s Part and in particular, The Minister of Defense Athri Onfroi Belrose The citizens of The Free Trade State of Sutica and in particular, Trade Monarch Mika Uialben, Minister of Defense Dominic Elmoran The citizens of The Kingdom of Oren and in particular, Former Mayor of Helena Alpha Carrington The citizens of The Crown of Elvenesse and in particular, The High Priestess of Elvenesse Sonna Vuln’miruel (In the famous words of Jorvin Starbreaker, “Remember, gift giving is a Dwarven tradition.”) OOC: Feb 6th (Saturday), 4pm EST. For those who wish to attend, Lover’s Brawl @ 3pm EST

i personally want 1.13 and for the devs to focus enhancing 1.13 rather than update to 1.14 with a bad chunkloading, the new blocks are cool but it doesnt replace the chunk loading, we cant move from point a to point b it takes literally too much time for travelling, maybe we can go back to 1.13 with an older save if world corruption is a concern but we cant stay in 1.14 its ruining the traveling of the map

From her hilltop home, a letter of apology appears on doorsteps of homes around the kingdom, In scratchy handwriting crawled down the page, “My dear friends, clan members, proud citizens of Urguan and its holdings, With deep sorrow in my heart and with the utmost grievance I apologise to the Grandaxe clan and Urguan as a whole. Due to a severe lapse in judgement I oversaw the dangers I walked into with my clan brother and beardling Bjorn Grandaxe. Thus, he paid the ultimate price for my poor judgement. And with that i accept any and all punishments for this most shameful of mistakes. Though my condition is not the best, I am willing and open to all questioning from relevant parties, including and not limited to; The High Council and its members, The Medical Guild, The Grandaxe family as a whole. From there I would like to express my gratitude and thanks to the Frostbeard clan and their member Ulfric Frostbeard, for bringing me home and healing me after the incident. Without his quick thinking and strength i would not be here today. I would also like to extend the similar sentiment to the Grimgold clan and its member Valandrys Grimgold, without her extensive medical expertise and calmness I would be more afflicted by my burns. I thank the kingdom as a whole for their time and patience. Apologies again, Mica Grandaxe Below the main text in semi neat printed handwriting. If you are looking to question mica please send a bird or visit her at H-7, hefrumm. Please give her ample time if she is summoned to a meeting as she is unable to move quickly for the time being.

Campaign of Durorn Ireheart INTRODUCTION When the rare new dwarf walks into our Grand Kingdom, all they see is a ghost town. Our halls run empty and the hum of hammers against steel ring silent. Our Grand King has been absent, and no member of the council beyond Dhaen Grandaxe has moved to fill this void. Urguan needs someone with fresh ideas, not weighed down from the past of previous administrations. Not weighed down from the ideas of what can, or will not be. I believe this individual is me, Durorn Ireheart, who holds the initiative to bring a return to stability and a potential golden age for the Grand Kingdom of Urguan. It is time for Urguan to stamp its mark back into international affairs, it is time for Urguan to take back control. It is time for Durorn Ireheart. GUILDS THE WORKER’S GUILD: The worker’s guild is the backbone of Urguanian society. Without the workers of Urguan we are nothing. Their daily contributions are what keeps the Grand Kingdom progressing and prepared for any event. For this reason, the Worker’s Guild should be given jurisdiction over all resource gathering activities such as mining, woodcutting, farms, stables and animal pens. To cage up the Worker’s Guild to only the mines would lead to inefficiencies in our logistics and stockpiling. In terms of support, the Worker’s Guild should work alongside the Grand King and the council to ensure that the Worker’s of Urguan are treated and compensated fairly for their contributions to the Grand Kingdom. I myself had humble origins in the Worker’s Guild as both a miner and a smith, I empathize with those who work so hard to keep our nation afloat. THE CLINIC: The Clinic is a necessity in our nation for it heals the sick and wounded, and more importantly our wounded warriors. The Clinic allows for new facets of work for dwarves to delve into. In order to foster the curiosity of new medical staff, I wish to work closely with Mica Grandaxe, the Head of the Clinic, to create a Medical School for Urguan. So outsiders and dwarves alike can come to Urguan and seek medical teachings from some of the best medics in the world. The Clinic also has an international aspect to it. Our ally, Haense, is renowned for its clinic program and cooperation between the Haensetian and Urguanian clinic can build our relations with Haense but also bring visitors to medical meetings in Urguan. THE LEGION: The guild that has the most significant impact on Urguanian society and the Grand Kingdom. A nation is only as safe as it’s military and policing force. As Grand King, I will be able to use my experience as a Legion Commander, Grand Champion, and Grand Marshal to make sure that Urguan is safe from all external forces that may seek our demise. It is important for our Legion to be ready and prepared for any defense of our Grand Kingdom. The Legion of Urguan should also become a symbol of dwarven strength and power on the international stage. Joint-practices with our allies in the Iron Accord will only allow us to become stronger and more prepared for any circumstance. MERCHANT GUILD: The Grand Merchant for too long has become a “tax collector”. Back in Asulon and Anthos, the Grand Merchants of Urguan were some of the richest descendents alive. The Grand Merchant was much more than just a “tax collector” and they led some of the richest institutions in the world. This in turn helps Urguan prosper and gain wealth. I trust Dhaen Grandaxe with these tasks to lead The Merchant Guild of Urguan so that we may once again prosper. The Merchant Guild should include tasks such as establishing trade agreements between other nations, controlling the nation’s finances, selling dwarven goods and crafts to other nations, and the collection of taxes. SMALLER GUILDS: Smaller guilds should still be encouraged within the nation even if they are not Royal Guilds. I hope to encourage new guilds to grow and be created. This allows Dwarves with a multitude of things to do and most importantly, do what they enjoy. FOREIGN RELATIONS THE IRON ACCORD: For too long our current leadership has forgotten our allies in the Iron Accord. When I talk to my dear friends in Haense, they feel as if the alliance is only an alliance on paper with no real intention of true friendship. Our allies in the Iron Accord should be valued and cooperated with. I plan to go on many trips to improve our national relations with both the nations of Haense and Norland, so that we may increase cooperation between our nations. More importantly, I wish for Urguan to become the spearhead of the alliance so that we may host meetings for our allies. This will bring visitors and foreigners to our once empty halls of Urguan. The Iron Accord allows us to also cooperate militarily with each other but also allows us an easy way to set up agreements and cooperation between our guilds. The Iron Accord can also help us in the defense of our territory. [OOC NOTE: Due to the low influx of dwarven players from whitelist applications, another steady way of bringing in new dwarves is through showing foreigners our culture and making dwarven RP seem interesting & enjoyable. This will encourage people to create and try out dwarven roleplay] THE THREAT OF EXTERNAL FORCES: To deal with the threat of possible external forces, it is important that we fortify our lands with the construction of forts in strategic locations. This is important so that we can defend our Grand Kingdom against any foe that threatens our beloved nation. We will also need to strengthen the legion, which I will be involved in personally, so that we can act swiftly in a time of crisis. With these precautions in place, we will be able to fend off any enemies of Urguan. I want to be able to protect our borders and be able to hold claim over the Mountains of Urguan and ensure the claims to our borders are not challenged. DOMESTIC AFFAIRS FEASTS AND EVENTS: With improved foreign relations we can work to hold festivals and events so that our halls may be filled with visitors. Our halls should not be empty, instead they should be full of merchants and visitors and become the center of Almaris. I hope if I become Grand King that I could work closely with the clergy, Norli Starbreaker, and the tavern, Levian’Tol Grandaxe, so we can throw the best religious feasts and ceremonies. These feasts and festivals should not just be limited to being held in the capital city, but also be held in Hefrumm. HEFRUMM: As Grand King I do not plan to favor just the dwarves who live under the mountain, but Urguan as a whole. A Grand King should represent all people in Urguan, including the Forest Dwarves. For this reason, I hope to encourage Hefrumm to host events and feasts for their religious ceremonies and paragon, Bjor Cottonwood. Not only this but Hefrumm should be given more autonomy to do what Hefrumm does best. I am not a forest dwarf, nor do I live in Hefrumm, but the High Chief knows what is the best course of action for Hefrumm. Due to this, the Chief of Hefrumm should be given more authority to enact the things that they believe will do good for the people for Hefrumm. Also, the High Chief of Hefrumm is only limited to one singular vote, which is an unfair representation of the clans of Hefrumm. It is my intention to right this inequality, and allow the High Chief’s vote to count for as many forest dwarf clans in Hefrumm that meet the voter eligibility. This will allow a fair representation of Hefrumm and it’s people in the regular council meetings. THE LAND LEASE ACT: The Land Lease Act has affected my clan personally, and my Grandaxe friends have spoken to me about their elderly plight. With Norli as a strong supporter of it when it first passed, it has caused many repercussions for large clans. My clan has outgrown their clan hall and so was seeking to gain land in Urguan for a settlement. Upon asking, our clan father was told to pay a hefty down payment plus pay taxes on the settlement. This forced us to move away from Urguan and find territory in the nation of Krugmar, for free. It seems to me that this deal has also affected other elder clans such as the Grandaxes, where elders of the clan are forced to live in the slums of Urguan. At the same time us dwarves have to pay for land, the Edict was given land for free for their own use in our nation. I will not allow this to happen under my reign and instead take care of my dwarves. I plan to hopefully edit this act and lower the prices for owning land in Urguan for groups of individuals and clans. THE COUNCIL: For a long time now, the council has been a symbol of constant bickering and inefficiency. Council meetings last many stone hours without getting anything effectively done. I hope to effectively wield the council so that our meetings can be drastically shortened while getting stuff done. I want to sit down and mediate a new version of the Articles of Urguan instead of placing the burden on one man 3 times and the system not working once. INFRASTRUCTURE: It is important for any extra mina to be invested directly into the Grand Kingdom again. We should invest our mina into expanding the mines, farms, and mills we have as well as implementing ferries in our port. This infrastructure is crucial for Urguan to develop a bustling economy as well as allow visitors to visit easier. Forts and Defenses also need to be built so that we can organize the defenses of our territory from anymore aggressions that our enemies may plan. I hope to bring life to the dying Architecture Guild and finding a notable replacement for the preceding Grand Architects. THE ECONOMY: Our economy as dwarves should not solely rely on the collection of taxes. As dwarves, we create the finest works of smithing as well as the best brews. We should use our excellent craftsmanship to excel in places like international trade. Setting up shops in foreign nations so that all descendents may know of the quality of dwarven made goods. The Merchant’s Guild will be in close contact with me so as to work with the Grand King to create a prosperous future for the Kingdom. I also want to develop our own coin and be able to not only keep it in Urguan, but also spread it to our allies in Haense and Norland as well as our close neighbors Vaeylia. STOPPING PETTY FEUDS: It is time for dwarves to stand united for a common goal, the betterment of Urguan. Feuds between the Grandaxes and the Metalfists did no good for the Urguan except divide two great clans. Division is not good, and we can learn from our history that dwarves should not fight between themselves, but stand united for a common cause and the defense of our Grand Kingdom. With me on the throne, I will do my best to mediate petty feuds that may cause division within our Kingdom. Durorn Ireheart, Commander of the Legion and Grand Champion and Elder of Clan Ireheart

A pinned message would line the walls of the Grand Kingdom, written inside of it [!] Sweet Queen Dhaen By: Niel Carbarum Where it began, Ah cannae begin tae knowin’ But somehow Urguan’s growin’ strong Wasnae t’e tax And tax became mare tax Who’d ‘ave believed it’d be so wrong Grandaxe, touching Merchant Reachin’ out, touchin’ land, touchin’ tax Sweet Queen Dhaen Urguan’s never been so fucked (so fucked, so fucked) - undertone Me bank accounts gone All me money’s been sucked (been sucked, been sucked) - undertone But now I Look at the Kingdom and it seems so lonely We’re missing the boats, where did they go An’ when I get paid Ahm payin’ fae some boats Why the **** am I payin’ so Merchant, touching Queen Reachin’ out, touchin’ land, touchin’ tax Sweet Queen Dhaen Urguan’s never been so fucked Me bank accounts gone All me money’s been sucked Oh no, oh no Sweet Queen Dhaen Urguan’s never been so fucked Sweet Queen Dhaen Ah believed me money’s been sucked Sweet Queen Dhaen Urguan’s never been so fucked [!] For those who know dwarvish