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Classes of Year 65 S.A. An Introduction to Housemagery NOTE! For this class you need to submit your MA with Annore listed as your teacher to either Annore or Solaine to attend Time: Thursday 6PM EST Location: Lecture Hall 1-A Held by: Annore @TwiSama An Introduction to the Red Faith Time: Friday 6PM EST Location: Lecture Hall 1-B Held by: Orin Ve’lvenest @Operator_Bugman Merchants 101 Time: Saturday 5PM EST Location: Classroom 3-C Held by: Rinehart Stamirsk @mitchy90000 An Introduction to Spirits Time: Sunday 4PM EST Location: Lecture Hall 1-A Held by: Madoc’Lur @Sewer_Rat Anyone within Elysium is able to attend these classes, special circumstances apply! Any questions regarding classes can be asked by the teacher or Chancellor of Education.

ʟᴀ ᴍᴀꜱᴄᴀʀᴀᴅᴇ ᴅᴇ ʟᴀ ᴄᴏᴜʀ ᴅ’ᴀᴍᴏᴜʀ The 19 of The Grand Harvest , 63 SA “𝒥𝑒 𝓋𝒾𝑒𝓃𝓈 𝒹𝓊 𝒸𝒾𝑒𝓁 𝑒𝓉 𝓁𝑒𝓈 é𝓉𝑜𝒾𝓁𝑒𝓈 𝑒𝓃𝓉𝓇𝑒 𝑒𝓁𝓁𝑒𝓈 𝓃𝑒 𝓅𝒶𝓇𝓁𝑒𝓃𝓉 𝓆𝓊𝑒 𝒹𝑒 𝓉𝑜𝒾.” ♬♪♫ With the frost giving way to the budding of spring, the Kingdom of Elysium welcomes her citizens and allies to celebrate Love in the hopes that the aforementioned buds bloom into breathtaking blossoms. It is within these times that we hope the blossoming bud that we sow in the soil of our court grow to flourish and create future seedlings. La cour d’amour is an assembly of already betrothed Elysians who will aid young lovers in finding a match during the evening! Even though it may not be your first choice, we urge you to see past what you may find fit for yourself. Allow us to guide you through a romantic evening. ITINERARY Présentation de la Cour d'Amour -: ✧ :- The rules of engagement and introduction of your hosts! La danse en cercle -: ✧ :- Fleeting minuets danced in minutes of cordial delight! Will you be dancing with the person of your dreams? Your future best friend? Only time will tell! La chasse au ruban -: ✧ :- Find your host to be bestowed a ribbon! Who knows what colour you will be paired with! Le retour à la danse -: ✧ :- Once you have found your ribbon’s colour match, return to dance the evening away and get to know them! DRESS CODE We humbly ask our guests to adhere to the following colour codes for their masks: -: ✧ :- 𝕷𝖆 𝖈𝖔𝖚𝖗 𝖉'𝖆𝖒𝖔𝖚𝖗 - Alabaster White masks worn by your helpful love hosts! -: ✧ :- 𝕾𝖎𝖓𝖌𝖑𝖊 - Salmon Pink masks are worn by those who do not wish to partake in the Chasse but rather search for love on the dance floor alone! -: ✧ :- 𝕭𝖊𝖙𝖗𝖔𝖙𝖍𝖊𝖉/𝕸𝖆𝖗𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖉 - Emerald Green masks in honour of Esmond Reede’s signature colour and his passing. -: ✧ :- 𝕴𝖙'𝖘 𝖈𝖔𝖒𝖕𝖑𝖎𝖈𝖆𝖙𝖊𝖉/𝖂𝖎𝖉𝖔𝖜𝖊𝖉 - Sky Blue masks For the couples who wish to just enjoy the masquerade without being asked to partake in any manner of courtship rituals. -: ✧ :- 𝕷𝖊𝖘 𝖕𝖊𝖙𝖎𝖙𝖊𝖘 é𝖙𝖔𝖎𝖑𝖊𝖘 - Buttercup Yellow masks are asked to be worn by those too young to be courted but wish to simply enjoy the festivities!* Otherwise, we sincerely hope our guests will dress to feel their best! Signed, Duke Eugeo de Astrea Lady Aylin Reede de Astrea, Heir Apparent Minister of Interior & Foreign Affairs Dr. Esmeralda Mariana Guenevere, Protector of the Hyspians, High Council Member, Elysian Post & Postal Founder, & Acting Chancellor of Culture Lady Leika de Astrea

𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕮𝖑𝖊𝖆𝖓𝖘𝖊 [!] A missive is sent to the four corners of Almaris, as a humble paladin in training sits in his room, with only a single candle to illuminate the letter he was writing. “An Elven week ago, the Vigils of Light set out on a quest to rid the world of a blight that was left to fester far too long. On the far west side outside the walls of Elysium was a cave, the outside littered with gore and blood, and as a group of four Paladins went boldly into its depths, they were met with the sickening, rotten smell, and a foreboding presence. Vampires festered inside the cave, along with a pool of crimson blood: their altar. This cave was a place for them to harbor their curse, and let it spread to the rest of the Descendants of Almaris, The Vampire ilk tried their best to cease the cleansing of their pool of crimson ichor, but had fallen to the devoted paladins without any signs of mercy. But on that fateful night, a dear brother of mine was lost. A lone vampire with an alchemical explosive knocked him into a spike trap. Such unhonorable tactics should have been expected from the filthy creatures. Sadly, he sacrificed himself to save me, and as Vindicator Esmond Reede took my place in death and ascended to be with our Sunlit Lord to fight eternally against the foes of light; our group made sure that not a single one of these bloodsuckers would ever see the world outside this cursed cave again. A fury descended onto the cave from the three Paladins in mourning, as a holy burning fire met the remaining Vampires along with their pool of blood, no doubt where they were given this curse. It was fortuitous justice that it was Esmond’s widow who lobbed the potion of fiery fury I had given her and she who rended the murderer’s head from their shoulders. The cave we were in looped back around to the inside of an extremely large, old tree; that hollowed out tree was the perfect kindling to burn the Vampires and lock them into their inevitable ashen tomb forever. The inside of the tree lit up in flames in mere seconds, the remaining Vampires quickly consumed in a fire fueled by vengeance, rage, and honor. The cave was now cleansed, the spread of the plague of Vampirism snipped at one of its many roots, one avenue of corruption removed from the world. The now Trio left the cave with their fallen brother in arms as it filled with smoke, leaving the bodies of the creatures behind to burn with their cursed pool. All that was left is the burnt husk of the tree and the ashes of the vampires left behind. To any Vampyr that happens to be reading this, the ones that prey on the weak and innocent, who find joy in their sins, the ones that don't wish to be rid of the curse and instead find pleasure in it and the suffering of others, this is not just a warning, but also a promise; we will continue to snuff you out. The Light of the Sunlight Lord will shine down upon you, and when it does, I hope He is merciful and offers you a swift death, Because I will not be so kind.

THE ELYSIUM HOUSE OF KNOWLEDGE THE ELYSIUM UNIVERSITY AND LIBRARY Striving for knowledge is human nature, as is it for most creatures of Almaris. Curiosity is an instinct we cannot erase, so here we will help with the curiosity of the people of Elysium. Curiosity is what we wish to see in every man, woman and child within this Kingdom, to further prosperity and fortune within our lands. Knowledge is what pushes us all further to greater heights, and for that this House of Knowledge stands for. We stand to show our people a world of fantasy, history and understanding they may have not seen before. Our Mission All of us here at the House of Knowledge care for one thing and one thing only, educating all generations and spans of people. Educate them and show them truths and ideas they may have never heard or seen, to aid them in their own personal journey for knowledge and hopefully inspire the generations ahead to keep this dream alive and burning. Our Establishments The Clever Fox Library Our library, as of the 2nd of Sun's Smile, Year 63 S.A. holds nearly 200 books which have been collected through donations as well as personally collected by the library’s staff. We hold books of various topics, such as magic, religion, stories of fiction or truth, and many many more. Our librarians ensure all books are kept clear of dust and sorted within the right shelves, and are happy to answer any questions you may have. At the Library you can also purchase copies of books! We have copies of many, though for some we do not have the ability to give away a copy, and for those we are willing to transcribe them on demand! This would lead to an increase in price, so keep this in mind before requesting a transcribed book. The Elysium University The Elysium University is the place for all those interested in learning with the aid of a tutor can, as classes will be held for anyone wishing to attend. The University has various classrooms, as well as a dining/lounge area for all students to meet one another. Our teachers work hard to plan and hold classes, free for all students who wish to learn to attend. Our classes are vast in subjects, just like the Library within the same walls. Our Request With the above explained, we ask for anyone with a desire to either teach something they’re passionate about or those who simply want to lend a hand tending to the ever growing collection of books that find a home within the House of Knowledge to get in touch with the administration. We are always seeking more tutors to host classes within the University and share the knowledge of their unique subjects. Or perhaps a quieter role suits you? Then a position as a librarian would be just as important. If any of this interests you, please follow the instructions below! IGN: Name: Timezone (Optional): Personal letter: Write a letter to Solaine W. de Astrea ( @Mayaran) with your introduction, your interest and what position you would like. Your letter can be as short or as long as you’d like, though the letter will be taken into consideration during your application. Discord (Optional): You may also take contact directly through discord, if able.

[!] On the noticeboards of a number of locations sits an advertisement, nay, an invitation. "My friends, have you ever looked to the forests around you and wondered what it may be like to live within? Or perhaps have you looked at your home and seen the destruction of nature, and wished for a better way. Please, join me, Fal'leon Odinson, in a venture to learn how to make the wilderness your home without harming the environments around you. Join me on the 19th of the Grand Harvest, 62 SA, and allow me to teach you. This event is apart of a druidic grand task and so I must request your utmost respect and dedication. Those joining will also be invited to spend time longer than what is designated, and shall receive a copy of my newest book: Among The Wild. I thank you for your consideration and hope to see you joining me. Contact me by bird if you take interest."

Rebrand of the White Bear Tavern (Year Sixty of The Second Age) "L'eau fait pleurer, le vin fait chanter" "Water makes one cry, wine makes one sing" [!] A local Elysian’s rendition of the warm and inviting interior of the newly-titled Drunken Bokolo Tavern. To the Citizens of Elysium and all hungry wanderers, In this time of universal uncertainty and growth within our great Kingdom, we at The White Bear have decided to belatedly accentuate such shifts in unison with a change of our own. As of today, The White Bear Tavern will henceforth be rebranded and recognized under a newly selected title, The Drunken Bokolo. This alteration is intended to complement the freshly forming cultures and atmosphere of Elysium, while maintaining the roots that still define us. However, in addition to the new name, this reinvention comes in pair with a brand new menu - stocked full to the brim with a versatile and diverse assortment of locally sourced beverages, meals, and sweets, all carefully crafted to correlate and represent the way of life in our city. Furthermore, in celebration of this news, upon this upcoming Malin’s Welcome - only two Saint’s Days from now, The Drunken Bokolo will be holding a special tavern night to highlight all of the varying new items in stock. In addition, there will be an intense drinking contest - in which the winner will be allowed to create and submit their very own drink to the tavern’s circulation and new menu. Any and all are invited to come out and try the initial implementation of our new menu, and enjoy themselves in a night of revelry and celebration of both our community, and our home. [OOC: Thursday, January 27th at 5PM EST.] [Items visible within the menu are not representative of their descriptions, and are merely extremely summarized variants of them to accommodate for the limited formatting.] Signed, Duke Eugeo de Astrea Lady Aylin de Astrea, Heir Regent Minister of Interior & Foreign Affairs Penned by, Lord Esmond Reede, Department of Culture Chancellor, High Council Member, Co-Owner of The Drunken Bokolo Dr. Esmeralda Mariana Guenevere, High Council Member, Elysian Post and Postal Founder, Head Event Collaborator, & Protector of the Hyspians Dr. Lotte Dolorem, Department of Health Chancellor

Over the course of a few weeks Rinehart Stamirsk and Pyrin Nira-Crane negotiated about funding a company in Elysium they would fight back and forth until they agreed to the following terms of the agreement. "The grand Trog' which will further on be recognized Company A and the newly founded 'the Crane guild' which will now be recognized as company B." Company A will pay company B in the amount of 300 mina on loan as well as advertise for company b and occasionally send company A employees to assist in breeding of the horses Company B will pay company A equal to the amount of 30% of the sales on each horse as well as dividends every elven month. on the matter of the loan the agreed amount of interest of 10% (51 mina for 6 irl weeks or in a lump sum of 308.90)) company B also agreed to company A owning 35 percent of company B as well as to add a fallout clause which states the following "if company A no longer is competent in the production strength of company B then Company A may pull out of the deal and will be able to seize 35 percent of company B this can be paid out in the form of territory, mina and, product (horses) failure to release the correct amount can lead to suing from company A and have it sorted by king Eugeo of Elysium" [!] at the bottom of the scroll is two signed names

[!] A small note written in white ink upon a blue paper is posted on the bulletin board "To those who know me, I shall be unavailable for the next year- Elven week, for my elven friends -due to a task for my dedicancy. Those who need to speak with me shall have to wait until this time is over, as I will be hidden away in an undisclosed forest location until my return. Birds shall not be met with a reply, as I will not be bringing any form of parchment to do so with. I wish you all an excellent year and cannot wait to return to my friends and family. Sincerely, Fal'leon Odinson, Head of the Odinson clan."

Odinson Founders; Eivor Odinson While members of new may be unaware, I was not the first and only founder of the clan dubbed Odinson. In fact, I'm not of the true Odinson lineage whatsoever. As inscribed into our main article, the Odinson clan was proceeded by a dwed by the name of Odin, who had a single born offspring and heir; Eivor Odinson, Eivor and myself met some 25 years ago, and quickly came to conclude that we wished to forge a clan together. We wished to unite those who held the same values as ourselves and allow them a platform and name to cultivate their individual affinities so that the world might prosper as a result. But what I'm writing here most are already aware, so if you will allow me, come and learn about founder who was truly the son of Odin. He was a gruff man with a heart of gold, representing the clans wishes to bring prosperity to the world in which we reside. Upon his arrival in Norland, as this was back during the days in which Elysium was apart of the Northern Kingdom, he took up a job as a bartender in the old White Bear tavern. He made good relations with just about every person he met, and his smile was utterly contagious. He was intelligent, like his father and mother, and tinkered often. Beyond that, he was wise far beyond his young age, often sharing life lessons that seemed to be coming from the mouth of a dwarf hundreds of years older than himself. I always assumed it was through his father that he was so wise, however, all these years later, I'm certain it was simply his own intellect. Like myself, Eivor came from the northern Farlands. He had grown up in a mountainous region filled with snow and ice, raised by a loving mother and father, both dwed. His father was an inventor and studied the stars, a hero among their village for his ability to invent ways to keep them alive. His mother was similarly beloved as the most well versed medic in the area, and the next one over. Both opted to serve their home, and pressed their son to find a way to do so. However, he chose to venture past his home and made his way to Almaris, where he could bring his fathers name and spread it beyond the reaches of his old home. And finally, why this piece is in the passed tense, and it's a simple reason. I, Fal'leon Odinson, am simply the last remaining founder of this clan. My former coleader and friend fell to a pack of wolves just three years after the clan was forged, something that left my clan static for some time. Of course, to keep his memory alive and thriving, I pressed on, and now here we are, an established clan. It is my hope that the newer generations of the clan keep Eivor's name alive inside their hearts, as to not let my fallen friend be subjected to the cruel ways time lets us forget. It is the helmet atop the family crest that we bring out honour to Eivor, we represent him in our name. Live your life with the intentions of betterment, and let his spirit continue on.

THE REKINDLING OF ASH AND FOXES 16 of Snow’s Maiden, Year 55 of the Second Age PREAMBLE With the expiry of their former agreement, the Kingdom of Norland and the Duchy of Elysium seek to revitalize their relationship. ARTICLE I - SOVEREIGNTY The Kingdom of Norland and The Duchy of Elysium (henceforth ‘the Signatories’) recognize each other’s Realms as independent lands ruled by their respective monarchs, and will make no attempt to subvert those authorities governing them. ARTICLE II: PACT OF NON-AGGRESSION With the goal of fostering a future of cooperation, the signatories agree to the following terms in regards to non-aggression. I. The Kingdom of Norland and the Duchy of Elysium, as well as the families-in-power therein, will engage in no form of hostility against one another, nor will they partake in any military conflict which would put them at odds with one another. II. Should it come to pass that conflict does arise between the signatories, both will commit themselves to finding a resolution via diplomatic means. ARTICLE III: ANTI-AZDRAZI PROVISION The Signatories shall cooperate and assist each other in the eradication of the vile race of heretics and Iblees spawn known as Azdrazi. I. The Kingdom of Norland and the Duchy of Elysium will share intelligence and assist each other in operations pertaining to the destruction of Azdrazi, where those actions are not against the Sovereign interests of the respective Signatory. ARTICLE III: TRADE AGREEMENT To ensure the continued economic well-being of both the newly established Elysian municipality, as well as that of the Kingdom of Norland, the signatories agree to the following terms as they pertain to trade and commerce. I. The Kingdom of Norland will grant a stall within the Varhelm Plaza, free of tax, for the use of the Duchy of Elysium. In return, the Duchy of Elysium will bestow a stall within the Elysian Commerce District, free of tax, for the use of the Kingdom of Norland. ARTICLE IV: DURATION The terms of this agreement shall last for a period of twenty years, with the option of renewal upon its expiry. Signed, Vane Freysson, King of Norland, Duke of Varhelm, Protector of Highlanders Leyna Edvardsson, Baroness of Krew, Emissary of the Kingdom of Norland Eugeo de Astrea, Duke of Elysium Aylin de Astrea, Heir Apparent Minister of Interior & Foreign Affairs

A sound that seems to be filling the ears of the residence of Elysium oftenlately rings out once more, the time for another wedding engagement is occurring once more! Brought to a location, who's importance is known only to the two men, Fal'leon Odinson and Kosher Daesmon met up. It began as a simple apology for a scuffle the two had some two elven days prior, simple and innocent. However, soon the wood elf baring a flower crown was on one knee, bestowing to his lover a ring of aurum and opal, crafted expertly. "You sly dog," A cheeky and fond comment made by Kosher as he revealed his own engagement ring for Fal'leon, proving the two seemed to have been on the same wave. A yes came in the form of a loving kiss, and the two were left beaming and teary eyed, rings upon their fingers. Their love blossomed from uncertain times and have sprouted forth not only their relationship, but a daughter and upcoming unification of two clans through the two noblemen. The date reigns undecided, however, it seems Kosher and Fal'leon shall be just a bit more smiley.

[!] A depiction of Amelia Ferrin Mondblume sketching up new designs. A new Tailor is in town! Amelia Ferinn Mondblume is here with an exceptional line up of clothing for all ages and sizes. She features many premade designs to choose from for both male and female! All of her works are for an accessible price range, starting at 10 mina for the lowest costing outfit and going up to 100 mina. Don’t know where to find her? Well don’t worry, for she has two bases of operation that will soon arise! One will be in Elysium and the other in Savoy’s County of Freimark, both will feature different items to accommodate the climate and fashion of the said area. What can you expect to find? Dresses mostly for the common working woman or girl, scholar, or possible wealthy merchant. Anything can be made for you too, so don’t worry about not finding something you like. Just leave a written note and she will write to you soon! Be on the lookout, and see you all soon!

The Codex on Elysium Law Foreword, The Kingdom of Elysium in all of its various appendages and holdings are bound by this codex of law. These laws are derived from the rule of House de Astrea; with its King and/or Queen relatively bound by the codex in itself.. The Kingdom is in practice of the law and the codex of all documented decrees of the Ruling House and the King and/or Queen. No exception or alteration to this Codex is to be made by any other than the King and their representatives to this Codex of law. This Codex overrules all current and previous laws held in effect over The Kingdom of Elysium which hosts the House de Astrea.. Ignorance of the law does not exempt one from the enforcement of the law. Rights of Elysium, All rights shall fall to any person within the sovereign grounds of the Kingdom of Elysium and are inalienable in nature, never to be infringed upon, so long as they are exercised in good faith to the Sovereign and its people. The Sovereign shall forever make every effort to uphold these rights as is their obligation to the people they serve. Acting in opposition to these rights shall not be tolerated by the people, shall not be Allowed by their leaders or contradicted by future authors of the law. Right to Trial All people shall be guaranteed the right to fair trial for all crimes not deemed Heinous or despicable in nature as defined by the Sovereign. Right to Privacy All people shall be guaranteed reasonable privacy of their own affairs which shall not be infringed upon without reasonable certainty of dangerous, seditious, or illegal practice. Right to Peace People residing peacefully within our sovereign land shall pass unmolested and unharmed by any other person without due cause. Right to Voice Citizens reserve the right to voice their complaints, ideas and suggestions to the King and/or Queen, their agents or representatives without fear of retribution so long as the words remain honest, honorable and bring no harm to Elysium. Right to Defend The right to defend oneself shall be retained indefinitely as well as all means to do so in order to protect home, family, the weak or Elysium should the call ever arise to do so. Table of Contents Legally Important Terms General Laws of Elysium Pertaining Acts of Theft Burglary Robbery Other Pertaining Acts of Violence Assault Murder Pertaining Acts of Malicious Intent Fraud Espionage Vandalism Kidnapping Aiding an Outlaw Undermining Authority & Defenses Poaching and Hunting Poaching Animals Dark Acts Darkspawn practices and Necromancy General Policy Littering Drug Use Punishments Information Class D Crimes Class C Crimes Class B Crimes Class A Crimes Taxes Pertaining Vassals of Elysium The Rangers Definitions of Legally Important Terms Citizen, A citizen is defined as someone who legally physically inhabits some part of The Kingdom of Elysium. Citizenship is lost once someone permanently leaves Elysium land or The Kingdom of Elysium. For citizenship to be proven a record must be present in the Elysian Registry, a document held by the Sovereign Government. House de Astrea and the King (Or Queen of Elysium), The Ruling house of Elysium, House de Astrea, is the reigning House of Elysium, the heads of the House are given the titles of King and/or Queen. Only those of the House de Astrea bloodline carry the weight of the House behind them. All rulings made by the King (or Queen) out rank any decisions made by their representatives and governmental offices of Elysium or House de Astrea Steward, Stewards are tasked with watching over the citizens of Elysium, they manage the basic day to day tasks of the city. This includes making sure citizens have housing, the city registry is updated and that empty houses don't have unapproved people living in them. Stewards can solve most citizens' problems or direct them to the proper people. Military, Military Personnel are the citizens of Elysium that have taken the extra step in protecting the Kingdom and City. Led by the Lord Commander, the Military Branch of Elysium stands and defends the city's streets, walls, and gates. Tradesmen, A tradesmen is any citizen of Elysium that sells goods from a named shop or enterprise, be it in a storefront, caravan, or from within their own home. Inalienable, In the context of Elysium law means that if you are a citizen you retain whatever rights are granted for as long as you are in fact a citizen. Criminal, A criminal is defined as anyone who breaks any law found within this Codex. Foreign Crimes do not automatically constitute someone's criminality in Elysium, but may be considered in context of one's citizenship in Elysium or a trial. Defining Reasonable Punishments The Following Definition serves as a rubric on punishments which may be sentenced to those people who have been deemed to have committed a crime no entity shall issue a Punishment or Penalty greater than Listed below aside from The Sovereign or those they see fit. Those sentencing shall use a prudent hand in dolling all punishments never meeting the maximum punishment without overwhelming evidence of heinous intent, disrespect or lack of remorse. Those who fail to provide reasonable punishment may face charges equal to that which qualify Class D Crimes Class D (Petty Crime): Fine of no more than 150 Mina, Community service or labour up to the estimated sum of 500 Minas, as described by Overseeing entity Pillory for up to 2 hours, written and signed statement of apology Class C Crimes Class C (Minor Crime): Fine of no more than 500 Mina, banishment of no longer than 2 years, service or labour to the estimated sum of 1,000 Minas worth of work. Pillory for up to 6 hours, up to 20 lashes by whip upon the back Class B Crimes Class B (General Crime): Fine of no more than 1,000 Mina, banishment of no longer than 10 years, service or labour to the sum of 2,000 Minas worth of work. Pillory for up to 18 hours up to 30 lashes by whip upon the back, branding of a limb or other part of the body excluding palms of feet, of hands, or face or any extremity in which the sole purpose would be to cause extreme pain or lasting injury Class A Crimes Class A (Major Crime): Fine of no more than 2,000 Mina banished for no less than 10 years, service or work to the sum of no less than 5,000 Mina. Pillory for no less than 24 hours, no less than 50 lashes by whip upon the back, branding of the body, execution by firing squad or being hung by the neck until dead unless the means for such are unavailable such then another method may be used as long as it remains relatively quick and humain to a reasonable standard Laws of Elysium Lands 01. Pertaining Acts of Theft 01.01 Burglary; defined as the stealing of goods from one’s property. 01.01.01 Minor Burglary (Class D) The theft of 200 Mina or less, in equivalent goods or coins. 01.01.02 Burglary (Class C) The theft of 500 Mina or less, in equivalent goods or coins. 01.01.02 Major Burglary (Class B) The theft of 700 Mina or less, in equivalent goods or coins. 01.01.02 Grand Burglary (Class A) The theft of greater than 700 Mina, in equivalent goods or coins. 01.02 Robbery; defined as the stealing of goods from one’s person. 01.02.01 Minor Robbery (Class D) Brandishing a weapon or threatening violence to achieve the theft of less than 200 Mina, in equivalent goods or coins. 01.02.02 Robbery (Class C) Brandishing a weapon or threatening violence to achieve the theft of less than 350 Mina, in equivalent goods or coins. 01.02.03 Grand Robbery (Class B) Brandishing a weapon or threatening violence to achieve the theft of greater than 500 Mina, in equivalent goods or coins. 01.03 Other Theft; defined as the theft of other goods, services, time ect. 01.03.01 Breaking Contracts (Class C) Violating a previously agreed upon contract (that has been registered and sealed by the King and/or Queen) between two parties, in order to boost profits or deprive the other of their labors. 01.03.02 Animal Theft (Class B) The theft or slaughter of any animal(s) belonging to anyone other than yourself. 01.03.03 Donation Theft (Class B) The misuse of any donated supplies meant for the city or the practise of conning into supporting false or misleading charitable causes. This includes and is not limited to anyone found accepting donations on behalf of House de Astrea and The Kingdom of Elysium without the approval of the King and/or Queen or their representatives. 02. Pertaining Acts of Violence 02.01 Assault; defined as physical attacks upon another. 02.01.01 Third-degree (Class D) An unplanned attack upon another causing minor injury, such as drunken brawls or bouts of passion. 02.01.02 Second-degree (Class C) An unplanned attack upon another causing minor injury. 02.01.03 First-degree (Class B) A planned attack of any form or upon an unplanned attack causing grievous or debilitating injury. 02.01.04 Assault Against a Noble (Class A) Any form of attack or attempted attack made against a Noble of Elysium. 02.01.05 Assault Against House de Astrea Bloodline (Class A) Any form of attack or attempted attack made against the House de Astrean Bloodline. 02.01.06 Torture The Unlawful and purposeful harming of descendants be they a captured prisoner or layman with the intention of causing suffering or extracting information. 02.02. Murder; defined as the unlawful killing of one. 02.02.01 Attempted Murder (Class B) The unplanned attempt of taking another’s life and failing in doing so. 02.02.02 Second-degree (Class B) The unplanned killing of anyone's life within Elysium territory. 02.02.03 First-degree (Class A) The planned killing of anyone's life within Elysium territory. 02.02.04 Raiding (Class A) The attacking of Elysium forces, Citizens or lands in force regardless of justification. 03. Pertaining Acts of Malicious Intent 03.01 Slander; defined as spreading of false and damaging information 03.01.01 Defamation of Character (Class D) Actively harming one’s reputation with baseless claims. Usually only brought up if drastic. 03.02 Fraud; defined as deception for unlawful gain. 03.02.01 Impersonation (Class B) Impersonating another, guard, noble, or otherwise. 03.02.02 General Fraud (Class C) Purposely deceiving another for unlawful gain. (Does not include signed contracts) 03.03 Espionage; defined as the unwarranted spying upon another citizen 03.03.01 Peeping (Class D) Purposefully pressing oneself against or looking through the window of a property to peep inside their residence and spy on the inhabitants with no harmful intent 03.03.02 Minor Espionage (Class C) Spying upon a citizen to achieve unlawful gain or knowledge. 03.03.03 State Espionage (Class A) Spying upon a state appointed official to achieve unlawful gain or knowledge. 03.03.04 Trade Espionage (Class B) The unlawful gain of Elysium trade secrets. 03.04 Vandalism; the unlawful destruction of property 03.04.01 Minor Vandalism (Class C) Destruction of property totalling equal to or less than 200 Mina in damages. 03.04.02 Major Vandalism (Class B) Destruction of property equal to or less than 350 Mina in damages. 03.04.03 Grand Vandalism (Class A) Destruction of property totaling more than 500 Mina in damage 03.05 Kidnapping; the unlawful seizure or holding of another in one’s custody. 03.05.01 Kidnapping (Class B) Capturing/ holding one against their will unlawfully. 03.05.02 Grand Napping (Class A) Capturing/ Holding of any member of the House de Astrea Bloodline or Members of the High Council against their will unlawfully. 03.05.03 Slavery (Class A) The Keeping of slaves within The Kingdom of Elysium. Registration of visiting slaves. At discretion of the King and/or Queen for purposes of diplomatic negotiation an exception to article c is for foreign visitors from a land in which slavery is legal to register their slaves. Any and all slaves must be properly registered with city authority, a Steward or High Council member. Registered slaves will be compensated for services rendered while in the bounds of Elysium at current rates for any services rendered. Registered slaves will be granted legal protections of citizens even from their masters while in Elysium. Time limit on protections for owners of registered slaves. Registered slaves remaining in Elysium for over one week’s time will be considered freed, the protections of registration no longer applying. The same visitors may re-register slaves after an absence from the city of at least one week from Elysium lands 03.05.03 Slave Hunting/Capturing (Class A) The hunting or capturing of members of sentient races for the purpose of slave trading.. 03.06 Aiding an Outlaw; defined as granting aid or shelter to a fugitive of House de Astrea. 03.06.01 Petty Aid (Class C) Providing a fugitive sustenance or any means to escape capture. 03.06.02 Aiding (Class B) Providing a fugitive shelter or knowingly aiding them in escaping capture. 03.06.03 Accomplice (Class B) Knowingly helping a fugitive further commit crimes within Elysium or against House de Astrea before their escape. 03.07 Undermining Authority & Defenses; defined as knowingly acting against Elysium Interests interests 03.07.01 Circumventing defenses (Class A) Any act intended to or seen to diminish, divert or damage resources of the Military and the static defences of the city. 03.07.02 Undermining Authority (Class B) Undermining the authority of any member of House de Astrea hierarchy or the Elysium government through malicious acts or words in the aim of harming citizens. 03.07.03 Undermining the de Astrea Bloodline (Class X) Undermining the authority or any attacks or hostile action taken against members of the House de Astrea bloodline are an immediate life in prison sentence, or the death penalty as decided by the King and/or Queen. 03.07.04 Disobedience of Authority (Class C) Purposely disobeying instructions from the King and/or Queen or their agents and representatives within the Elysium Government or ranking a member of the Elysium Military. 03.07.05 Violating Restricted Area (Class B) Entering or being in or on any military Installation of Elysium without the authority to be in the area without an Authorized Escort. 03.07.06 Violation of Treaties (Class A) The Act of any Resident, Citizen or Visitor of Elysium that purposefully acts in a way that can jeopardize or conflicts with any Treaty signed and agreed upon by the Elysium Governance. 03.08 Acts of Discrimination; defined as purposefully Treating another unfavourable or poorly based upon an aspect of themself being different 03.08.01 Religion (Class C) Any act of Discrimination aimed at demeening or hurting someone based upon their chosen set of beliefs. Note: This does not entitle the use of religion as an defence against charges of Malicious Intent. Religion is not a justifiable excuse to harm other innocent civilians, residents or visitors to Elysium. Acts of sacrifice, harm, or chaos in the name of a religious figure is strictly prohibited. 03.08.02 Race (Class C) Any act of Discrimination aimed at demeening or hurting someone based upon their Race 03.08.03 Gender (Class C) Any act of Discrimination based and aimed upon and at their Gender 03.08.04 Sexual Preference (Class C) Any act of Discrimination based upon an Individuals sexual preference 03.08.05 Hate Crime (Class X) Any act that breaks a law within this Codex that is motivated by a Discriminative purpose such as Assault due to someone's beliefs or Race will be treated as having been committed at a Higher than Normal Class of Punishment. 03.08.05 Harassment (Class C) Any harmful actions taken with the intent to annoy, alarm, or alert another person in a negative manner. This includes, but is not limited to - Physical contact, tailing a person in a public place, communicating by message anonymously or through a third party, repeated communications at inconvenient hours that interferes with a person's private life or property, AND/OR repeated taunts, insults, challenges, obscene comments, and words spoken in any manner to provoke a violent or otherwise disorderly response. 03.08.06 Stalking (Class C) The repetitive actions of following, targeting, garnering information regarding, and otherwise tracking and spying on an individual without legal cause or justification, in a manner that is meant to be harmful or sway control of said individual. This includes sending malicious content to an individual by anonymous or third party means, with the intent to intimidate after discovery, as well as loitering and otherwise entering their property in regards to levying manipulation and fear. This covers targeted attacks against a citizen of both 03.09 Poaching; defined as the hunting of animals in House de Astrea territory without permission granted by the King or Queen 03.09.01 Petty Poaching (Class C) Unlawfully hunting & slaughtering any animal in amounts no more than 200 Mina. 03.09.02 Grand Poaching (Class B) Unlawfully hunting & slaughtering of any animal totalling more than 200 Mina. 04. General Crime 04.01 Littering; defined as making any public place untidy with rubbish or a large number of objects left lying about. 04.01.01 General Littering (class D) The throwing of any non hazardous goods on the ground or into the waters around Elysium. 04.01.02 Hazardous Littering (class B) The throwing of any hazardous goods that can affect the lives of citizens on to the ground or into the waters around Elysium. 04.02 Drug Use 04.02.01 Public Drug Use (Class D) The usage of any non medicinal drugs within public grounds or non designated areas is prohibited. 04.02.02 Public Drug Dealing (Class D) The Public selling or advertising of drug sales. 04.03 Trespassing; Defined as entering a location unlawfully without permission given explicitly or implicitly 04.03.01 House Squatting (Class D) The moving into any open or used house without the permission of a steward, the King and/or Queen or the rightful owner(s) of the house. 04.03.02 Trespassing (Class D) Entering or being on or in someone's property without their express permission or after being asked to leave. 04.03.03 Trespassing on Clan property (Class B) Entering or being on private property owned by the major clans and families in Elysium without express permission. 04.03.04 Breaking and Entering (Class C) Purposefully trespassing and breaking or causing damage to property in an effort to enter a property within Elysium. 04.03.05 Defamation of Character (Class D) Actively harming one’s reputation with baseless claims. Usually only brought up if drastic. 04.03.06 Reckless Magical use (Class C) The Use of Deific, Voidal or Neutral magics in public in a way that could bring harm to other citizens and visitors of Elysium. 04.03.07 Threats and Intimidation (Class C) The use of actions or words in a manner that is meant to scare, intimidate or threaten an individual. This includes verbal threats of harm as well as acts of intimidation such as the unlawful brandishing of weapons. 04.04 On recruitment; Defined by the recruitment of Elysium’s Citizens 04.04.01 Foreign Recruitment (Class C) In which a foreign entity, not approved by the crown enters, without permission, in order to recruit members to a group or organization without any ill intent or national affiliation 04.04.02 Malicious Foreign Recruitment (Class A) In which a foreign entity, not approved by the crown enters, without permission, in order to recruit members to a harmful group, an outside military force or when any group targets children or other vulnerable groups 05. Dark Acts and Creatures 05.01 Dark Worship; defined as the unlawful worship of the Dark Gods, Undead or dark magic creatures 05.01.01 Worship (Class A) Conducting any cult activities related to or to empower Dark Gods, Undead, Voidal entities, or powers that belong to them, Or the aiding of those that do. 05.01.01 Defiling Temples of the Aenguls or creator (Class B) Any acts taken within a temple of the Aenguls or the creator which is deemed blasphemy or sacrilegious in nature as decided upon by the clergy of the temple in question will be counted as Defiling of a temple of the Aenguls or the creator which will carry an additional charge on top of any other charges that may of resulted in the defiling such as murder, summoning or battery within the temple of the Aenguls or creator. 05.02 Dark Arts Practice; defined as the unlawful use or Practice of dark arts related to the Dark Gods, Necromancy or other forms of Dark Magic. 05.02.01 Practice (Class A) The practice of any Dark Magic’s within Elysium such as Mysticism, and the summoning or creating of dark powers that may pose a threat to the city or its citizens. 05.02.02 Public Summoning (Class A) The Public summoning and use of any form of dark or demonic creatures within the Kingdom of Elysium is forbidden. 05.02.03 Mental Assault pertaining to Dark Arts (Class A) Any mental injury or assault caused by the committing of Dark arts in any way shape or form will be treated the same as if the assault had been physically performed upon the victim whether intentional or not. As such the class of Crime is determined as per the classes of each tier of assault. Furthermore any fines that were to be levied are to be paid directly to the victim to help finance their recovery. 05.03 Dark and Dangerous Creatures; defined as creatures of Undead, Dark, Demonic or Voidal Nature. 05.03.01 Dark Creature (Class A) Any creatures that are considered dark in nature or Darkspawn as known by the followers of the Aenguls and/or Creator. This can include Dark mages that have transformed beyond their mortal form or any other being corrupted by dark forces. This includes things such as Draconic/Drakkar and Mystics, as Clarifying that any being which the Aengul’s Xan or Tahariae opposes is inherently a dark creature as far as this Codex of Law is Concerned. 05.03.02 Voidal Creature(Class A) Any creature that is deemed a threat to Elysium or its people that has been summoned from or simply originates from the void. Also includes creatures that are voidal in nature. 05.03.03 Undead Creature (Class A) Any Person if they can still be considered that, found to be one of the many kinds of undead found throughout the world. Including but not limited to Vampires, Zombies, Liches and Ghosts. 05.03.04 Assisting dark creatures (Class A) Knowingly keeping or assisting any dark magic creatures, undead or Voidal creatures that pose a threat to the city or it’s citizens by any means. Includes housing, feeding, sympathizing, 06. On the Application of Punishments 06.01 Imprisonment; As defined by the constant imprisonment of a person with minimal interaction with the outside world. 06.01.01 Jail Time may consist of interrogations by any agent of the Military or Crown Government in order to gain any additional information 06.01.02 The use of Torture in Interrogations shall only be Approved by the Sovreign, Heir, Lord Commander or Minister of Defence failure to receive proper permissions by leave agent open to prosecution under 02.01.06 On Torture 06.02 On the Criminal Registry; as defined by the list of persons tried and sentenced of crimes in varying degrees 06.02.01 Those who are charged for any crime of class C or Higher will be registered within the Criminal Registry 06.02.02 Those Charged with Class B or higher and remain registered within the Criminal Registry may be searched at any time by a member of the Military 06.02.03 Those Convicted of a Class A crime shall have the right to bear arms or armor revoked, shall submit to regular searches of person and property and shall face increased scrutiny when dealing within Elysium at the discretion of any particular government official 06.02.04 Any person Registered within the Criminal Registry shall have any future crimes increased by 1 class and shall face charges of that particular class regardless of crime committed 06.02.05 A name may be removed from the offenders list at the discretion of the Sovereign of Elysium. 06.03 On Forced Labour; As defined by the requirements of those persons sentenced to Forced Labour and the quality of life provided to them 06.03.01 The Sovereign and the Council of Elysium have decided upon a list of minimum requirements those sentenced to forced labour must be entitled to during their imprisonment.which shall be the following -Beds or Stretchers to Sleep in. -Shelter from the elements. -6 hrs Rest a day. -18 hrs of forced labour per day max. -Food and Water -2 substantial meals per day (Breakfast and Dinner), 15 minute breaks per meal. -Tools to do the Labour -Access to Medical services -Bathing Facilities 06.04 On Prisoners of War; As defined by the requirements of those persons Captured as prisoners of war and the quality of life provided to them. 06.05.01 The Sovereign and the Council of Elysium have decided upon a list of minimum requirements those sentenced captured and judged Prisoners of war must be entitled to during their imprisonment: -Barracks and Bunks to sleep in. -Decent Bathroom facilities. -Decent Food and Water. -Meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), 20 minutes break to eat each. -8 hrs rest a day. -Right to Not be Physically abused. -Right to be Ransomed back. -14hrs of labour a day MAX. -Tools for any labour required of them. -Access to Spiritual services. -Access to Medical Aid. -Release back to their Faction of Origin Upon the Conclusion of Hostilities 07. On Taxation and matters of the Interior 07.01 On Taxation; As defined by the collection of Currency from the common populus in order to maintain lands and salaries of the nation and its populus 07.01.01 Minor Tax Fraud (Class C) The act of unlawfully evading the payment of taxes of no more than 200 mina 07.01.02 Tax Fraud (Class B) The act of unlawfully evading the payment of taxes Totaling 201 mina or more Taxes must be paid as specified and failure to pay taxes on a property may result in eviction or seizure of the property and/or goods or services equating to the amount owed 07.01.03 Theft of funds (Class A) The Act of purposefully and maliciously taking of Money from any account, receptacle or payment of the Elysium people 07.01.04 All surplus taxes will be immediately deposited into the national treasury for future use by the Kingdom of Elysium. Else be prosecuted under Theft of Funds 07.01.05 Taxes will be levied at discretion of the Sovereign and its appointed government Officials 07.01.06 Taxes will be collected on a per property basis. 07.01.07 Raw Materials and goods may be used in place of Mina at discretion of the Sovereign or its Appointed Government Officials 07.01.08 Taxes will be collected by the Elysium Treasury whom shall provide clear and effective methods of payment failure to do so shall result in immunity to Minor Tax Fraud 07.02 Building Modification; defined as the unapproved construction or modifications to any building Owned by House de Astrea and modifications made to any building within Elysium. 07.02.01 Government Owned Building Modification (Class B) The unapproved changes to buildings owned by the government and run by citizens. (Ex. Library, Farms, Tavern, Infirmary, Temple, Guard posts) 07.02.02 House Modification (Class B) The unapproved changes or modifications to a citizens house. (Ex. Basements, Extra floors, Exits, Entrances, passages, layout changes) Tax Rates [As at 18th September 2021] Estate Taxes Estate - 150 mina Land - 100 mina Manor - 75 mina Farmland - 50 Mina Patrician Townhouse - 30 mina Residential Taxes Modest House - 10 mina Small House - 20 mina Medium House - 30 Mina Large House - 40 mina Sizeable House - 50 mina Manor - 60 mina Commercial Taxes Shopfront - 10-25 mina Stall - 10 mina 08. On Vassals of Elysium 08.01 On Vassals; Those whom are deemed fit by the Sovereign to lead and govern a group of people 08.01.01 Vassals, Retainers and the Codex must follow all laws of this Codex within their own territories and shall not establish within their domains any laws that act in contrary to this Codex. 08.01.02 Vassals are entrusted by the King and/or Queen and the High Council of Elysium to govern their people and report any acts of sedition 08.01.03 Vassals are expected to levy taxes or manpower in times of dire need, at the discretion of the King and/or Queen and the High Council. 08.01.04 Vassals reserve the right for their designated leader to sit upon the High Council of Elysium. 08.01.05 Vassals reserve the right to pick their own leader in the manner they see fit without outside interference 08.01.06 Vassals status of Nobility may be revoked by their sovereign 09. On The Military of Elysium 09.01 The Military; The Guard force of Elysium constituted by a body established by this section known as The Order of the Boreal Forest or The Military of Elysium or The Military. 09.01.01 The Military of Elysium shall Consist of the following persons: -The King of Elysium -The Queen Consort -The Heir Apparent -Lord Commander of the Military -Chancellor of the Military -Legatus of The Lunaran Guard -Praefectus of The Lunaran Guard -The Lunaran Guard - On an as needed basis. -Elysium High Council -Decurions -Venator -Chevaliers -Rangers -The Vigils of Light - On an as needed basis. -Enflamer -Administrative Staff of the Military -Initiate -Other Agents of the Kings Cabinet and Patrician Council -Mercenaries on Contract with Elysium on an as needed basis. 09.01.02 Role of the Military of Elysium. The role of the Military is to serve House de Astrea and the peoples of Elysium and uphold the law so as to promote a safe, secure and orderly society. 09.01.03 The functions of The Military of Elysium include the following; -Preserving the peace -Protecting life and property -Preventing the commission of offenses; -Detecting and apprehending offenders; -Helping those in need of assistance -Defending House de Astrea and the de Astrean bloodline -Defending the Kingdom of Elysium 09.02 Rights afforded the to Military of Elysium; additional rights that are afforded to the Military of Elysium in order to pursue peace and order within the Sovereigns lands 09.02.01 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to bear and use any arms within the city and Kingdom of Elysium. 09.02.02 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to wear any armour within the city and Kingdom of Elysium 09.02.03 The Military of Elysium exclusively reserve the right to wear The Military of Elysium Uniform 09.02.04 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to search any citizen with consent or if they suspect the citizen has broken a law covered within the codex. 09.02.05 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to use lethal force in defense of House de Astrea, The Kingdom of Elysium, Kingdom of Elysium, themselves or others, and in upholding the laws of this codex without the fear of repercussions under the laws of this codex. 09.02.06 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to deny entrance into the city or Kingdom of Elysium to anyone bar the King and/or Kingdom and their agents and representatives. 09.02.07 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to remove from the city any individuals they deem mal-contents or see as a danger to House de Astrea or The Kingdom of Elysium. 09.02.08 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to levy fines for crimes committed in The Kingdom of Elysium, Kingdom of Elysium in accordance with the punishment class of the crime committed. 09.02.09 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to arrest any criminal or those suspected of committing a crime. 09.02.10 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to search any home suspected of affiliation with a criminal with a stewards or Ranger Officers permission. 09.02.11 The Military of Elysium are bestowed the right to enforce Elysium Law on behalf of the King and/or Queen and the High Council of Elysium acting as their agents and representatives throughout all of The Kingdom of Elysium, The Kingdom of Elysium and it's Vassals. 09.02.12 The Military of Elysium reserves the right to deny entry to any individual within reason. 09.02.13 The Military of Elysium found in breach of any of the laws they are tasked with enforcing as per this codex will find themselves charged at a level higher than what would be considered usual for the crime. (Ex, Class D becomes a Class B) 09.02.14 The Military of Elysium are granted all the rights normally granted to Citizens in addition to the rights outlined in this section of the codex. 09.03. On outside forces; Defined as any military group welcomed to Elysium for diplomatic or security reasons 09.03.01 The Lunaran Guard The Royal Guard of Elysium the Lunaran Guard works alongside the military with a focus upon protecting members of the De Astrea Bloodline and members of the Kings High Council. They are housed within the Palace and the Lunaran Guard Castle. Their additional roles, entitlements and Responsibilities can be Found in the Law Codex of The Lunaran Guard of Elysium (AKA IRPly). On an as needed basis refers to the enforcement of laws in regards to the protection of Elysium and its Citizens or themselves. Furthermore when it comes to the safety of the Royal Line, a De Astrea, The High or Patrician council or the Nobility of Elysium the Lunaran Guard have final jurisdiction and say in matters relating to the law. 09.03.02 The Vigils of Light The Vigils of Light is housed within the Dawnguard Spire, in the Kingdom of Elysium. Their additional roles, entitlements and Responsibilities can be Found in the Law Codex of The Dawnguard. On an as needed basis refers to the enforcement of laws in regards to the protection of Elysium and its Citizens or themselves especially in regards to everything considered a Dark act or Creature or Spawn. 09.03.03 Other Mercenary Organization Other Mercenary contracts of groups housed within The Kingdom of Elysium and the Kingdom of Elysium. Their additional roles, entitlements and Responsibilities can be Found in the Codex of Hired Mercenaries On an as needed basis refers to the enforcement of laws in regards to the protection of Elysium and its Citizens or themselves as outlined in their Contract with Elysium. Other Mercenary contracts of groups housed within The Kingdom of Elysium and the Kingdom of Elysium. Their additional roles, entitlements and Responsibilities can be Found in the Codex of Hired Mercenaries On an as needed basis refers to the enforcement of laws in regards to the protection of Elysium and its Citizens or themselves as outlined in their Contract with Elysium.

Notable upon the walls of Elysium are numerous posters, haphazardly pinned to walls and posts with thumbtacks. They read as follows: "Dear my friends within my home in Elysium, the Odinson Clan wishes to expand itself, offering an invitation to all those who wish to have a family. I, Fal'leon Odinson, humbly invite you to contact me through bird or face to face to discuss such dealings. While we're small today, the clan grows steadily and hopes to yield a prestige of philosophers, artists, inventers, and countless others who offer new things into the world. You shall be treated excellently within our clan, given treatment on par with blood relations, even if you've joined only under our oath. I advise those without homes, without a family to call their own, seek me out to discuss a place in the clan for you. Look for the brunette with a flower crown, and you've likely found me. Best wishes to my fellow people, Fal'leon Odinson" (ooc: To contact me on discord at Deus Mortem#8931 or join the clan server! https://discord.gg/RPTvqehH)

The Reede de Astrea Wedding 7th of Sun's Smile, SA 49 A commissioned wedding portrait of Esmond Reede and Aylin de Astrea Announcement It is with great honour, pleasure, (and relief of their family) that Lord Esmond Reede and Lady Aylin de Astrea are to join in joyous matrimony on the afternoon of the Sun’s Smile, the 49th year of the Second Age. The couple invite their honourable guests to witness their wedding ceremony by the white dogwood tree followed by a dinner banquet in the Elysian palace main hall. The evening’s festivities would begin with the newlywed’s opening dance that would carry out into the evening. The bride and groom are eternally grateful for any wedding gifts, but they are certainly not necessary. In fact, they would wish that any and all contributions instead go to humanitarian relief efforts for Elvenesse in their time of need. The soon-to-be wedded pair would wish to welcome all who are friends of Elysium to the joyous occasion, and will formally send out special invitations via courier. While the newlyweds would wish for their guests to wear what they wish, the wedding theme has botanical themes, (namely daisies,) coupled with the colours of sage and mauve. Lord Esmond Reede, Chancellor for Department of Culture Lady Aylin de Astrea, Heir Regent Minister of Interior & Foreign Affairs

[!] After several discussions between High Keeper of Norland and Heir Regent of Elysium on the matter, a letter circulated through both Norland and Elysium: It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Outrider Matilda Osmond has passed into the Allfathers Halls. Mother of Aila and Raimyr, wife of High Keeper Dramyr Edvardsson Ruric, friend of everyone she came into contact with, we wish to extend invitation for her funeral which is to be held on the premises of Old Elysium: it was a place she held most dear and is where she shared many memories with her loved ones and fellow Rangers. Signed, High Keeper Dramyr Edvardsson Ruric Aylin de Astrea, Former Chief Diplomat to Norland, Heir Regent & Head Diplomat to Elysium

MISSING PERSON Darina Sarosa Last seen in Elysium. If found, please take her back SAFELY to the rangers of Elysium 150+ MINA BOUNTY TO BRING HER BACK ALIVE! Description: 4'11", wood elf, dark skin, green eyes, light brown hair in braids usually, sometimes dirty PORTRAIT:

🛡️⚔️ Honour the Past to build the Future ⚔️🛡️ As the world comes to meet great changes we enter a new age becoming: cities falling; moving; and being forged. And alongside it all has come forth a new clan to join those around it. Through an unlikely meeting at a tavern did the founders acquaint, an unlikely friendship formed through campfire stories and drinks together, and soon to be interactions through a shared house. The Odinson clan is built upon a foundation of trust and companionship not easily wavered, strong bonds of familiarity string the founders together and are hoped to weave through to members of future generations. Beliefs Held Dear This is a clan forged with three things in mind; Honour the ancestors, namely Odin, the head of the clan former and dwed father to Eivor Odinson; Let your wits and intelligence guide you to advance your community to the future; Your blade will only be as sharp as your mind, without thought your strike will be no more effective as a breeze. With a crest to represent these things, the clan is built with a foundation of mindfulness. The Helm to show of the former Odin, the Raven to show of the wits and cleverness, the Blade to show of the strikes to be made. A Story of Foundation "It 'ad been a long winta' in the Farlands where oi come from, snowed fer weeks on end an' trapped us on our land with nae way tae even get tae food. Oi was only a wee dwed back then, an' oi was scared fer me loife like I 'ad never been before. It was me father who got us through it alive, by keepin' 'is wits about 'im and usin' them tae outsmart tha winter. 'E 'ad us make blocks o' snow an pile 'em up 'round me 'ome. Oi thought 'e was crazy fer it, but wha' he figured that oi didn't was that tha snow could work fer us as an insulator tae keep tha warmth in an' keep tha cold out. 'E 'ad us build a foire, which oi also thought was crazy, but' as the foire melted tha snow, it refroze an' kept us warm. Aftar the cold 'ad passed, oi realized what it meant tae be in me family, it meant usin' yer moind tae outsmart yer opponents, even when tha gods want ye dead. Oi've kept this in moind me whole loife an' will never forget it. An' now, I shall be passin' it on tae me Clan, tae ye." Future Generations in The Making The Odinson's is nay a clan of exclusion and will welcome any who wish to swear into it with open arms and warmth, those of all races are welcomed in without judgement or hesitation, so please offer a hand or a bird if you wish to join a clan of intellect above strength, or rather, where intellect is strength. Fal'leon Odinson Eivor Odinson OOC: If neither of us are online and you wish to join the clan, contact Deus Mortem#8931 on discord

[!] A rather large flyer would be placed upon the majority of nation and vassal bulletin boards. [!] THE BLACK RAVEN EMPORIUM [!] A depiction of Black Raven associates, forging new inventory. [!] Who are we? The Black Raven Emporium is a union branch of the Elysium Trading Company, headed by Absolon de Astrea. The goal of the emporium itself is to spread fair-priced and exquisitely made combat gear from trusted and respectable blacksmiths. The emporium has a main focus of supplying the most necessary and commonly used weapons to those who need it, without those individuals having to break the bank. Inventory Catalogue Ferrum Plate Helmet: 5 Mina Ferrum Chain Chestplate: 5 Mina Ferrum Chain Leggings: 5 Mina Ferrum Longsword: 5 Mina Ferrum Shortsword: 4 Mina Ferrum Warhammer: 8 Mina Arrows: 0.2 Mina Steak: 0.2 Mina Porkchop: 0.2 Mina Golden Carrots: o.8 Mina We sell in bulk for much cheaper prices! Having already supplied entire nations in the past! Need to contact us? Need bulk deals, business inquiries, or want to become an associate to the Black Raven Emporium? Bird Absolon de Astrea (Disc: Jay_#8625) Locations Flagship store and base of operations: Elysium Owned by: Absolon de Astrea Storefront: Haense, Sigismund Street I Owned by: Togrim-Heartstring Vanari For those who took the time to read this, thank you. We look forward to having your business! Black Raven Emporium Owner, Head Ranger, Absolon de Astrea

“It is the common aspiration of the peoples of the two countries to deepen mutual understanding, enhance trust, develop friendship and strengthen cooperation.” An offering of Humanitarian Aid from the Golden Fields of the North to the Healing Dragon: To the soul-weary, storm-tossed, fiercely beautiful nation of Yong Ping: Our people in Elysium have paid notice and sympathies to the tribulations as of late upon the Jade State, with our own friends speaking with great sorrow on the wanton destruction which has lambasted the Jade City. Our people in Elysium know of such hardship and would like to bestow gifts and aid, without any demands to a people that has only been kind and understanding to our own, and going as far as to open their own doors for refugees during the devastating Oren-Norland war. To you we bring our harvest to warm your bellies, our armour to protect your bodies, our medics to tend to your sickly, and our kinship to carry through the ages. Sincerely from Elysium and Her People, over 700 minas worth of aid has been organized for the purposes of the esteemed Yong Ping Governance to deem fit to use. Signed, On behalf of the Elysium Governance: Duke Eugeo de Astrea Aylin de Astrea Heir Regent to Elysium, Chief Diplomat to Norland

[!] In the maplewood forests on the road to Norland, a rather horrific scene of a severed head that seems to be an MRA soldier hanging from a lone maple tree. It ominously swings with each subtle gust of wind. The head would clearly be fresh, exhibiting an emotion of pure terror. Attached to the head is a note, written in blood. Around the tree, blood would be spattered everywhere, showing that more than one MRA soldier fell victim to the wrath of Norland. [!] " To the MRA, It has been brought to my attention that the MRA has been continuously harassing innocents of Norland on our own roads. We, the kind-folk of Elysium have not failed to notice that you all turn tail and run at the first sight of a true warrior of Norland descent. While you cower in fear in the bushes of the Maplewood forest as a soldier walks by, you willingly jump out to harass and torture innocent civilians. An act of true cowardice, and a clear example of abhorrent behavior. There's been a continuous argument on whether those that follow the Red Faith are pagans or not. I offer this open-ended question; what would you call someone who tortures an innocent woman, brands her, and sends her back to her town? What would you call someone who massacres a town of innocents, including women and children? That's right, Pagans. If you thought otherwise, you yourself are a pagan. Nevertheless, I don't give a damn if you think I'm a pagan or not. There has to be someone to call judgement upon those who prey on the innocent. I, along with some other good people, am offering myself to speed up the process of karma to befall upon you fools. Go ahead and pray to your false god, I'll be kind and send you to him. After a few excruciating hours of course. Maybe you'd consider what the point of this letter is. It's a warning and a sign of clarification. I'm just merely spelling it out for you. You are no longer hunting the innocent on our roads. We are hunting you. I truly hope you're naïve enough to ignore this warning. I promise you, we will be waiting. Love, The One Eye'd Raven Absolon de Astrea"

Posted along the streets of most major cities, a paper with bold writing hangs for all to read. "The Kingdom of Norland has proven on countless occasions they think not with their heads but with their greed and bloodlust. Now that I have your attention, my name is Inui R'ikarth. I wouldn't call myself anyone of grand importance, but I also wouldn't call myself a nobody, if only because of my participation in multiple kingdoms across the land. When I speak of my 'participation', I speak heavily of Norland, the place I started and for a while, the place I loved." "I'm an odd little Ker, No lineage to call my own except a single human man who I grew to consider my brother. Eugeo de Astrea. And its on his behalf that I write all this in the first place, as he and Elysium are suffering further abuse from their dictators in Varhelm. They've asked me to speak out on my story. He is the current lord of Elysium, my first home when I chose to finally leave a life in the woods. I found a family there, and even now I love and visit them. But it was not long that I got to spend with this family that Norland thrust us all into a needless war." "Young and naive at the time, I'll admit I was rather foolish, I probably still am. But I had good heart. Knowing nothing of the world, I was not so eager to believe Norlands lies that Oren was made up of monsters, that we had every right to wipe them out. Hearing that peace communications had gone unheard in Oren, I did a military's greatest nightmare, and ran off to Oren on my own volition hoping to achieve something for the peace effort, even if it wasn't my place." "I'll cut out some filler and spare you some details, but in my time there, I managed to achieve an audience with the Emperor, and to my pleasant surprise, he and his people were all kind and eager to help me find a peaceful path to ending the war. I hadn't yet realized it was my own kingdom at fault. With the Emperor's wishes for peace in hand, I returned to tell the news to the King. The King denied the chance I was giving him, and spoke only of desiring to see his axe in their heads. A perfect chance for peace, denied. I was forbidden by him to return or speak to the Orenians. But on top of being foolish, I was also stubborn. After many weeks of research and fact searching, I came to realize Norland's only goal with this war was to satiate their greed at the cost of not only Oren's people but Norland's as well. Despite Varhelm being so willing to go to war, they did little to nothing to aid their abused front line, my home, Elysium. My family was suffering such loss and pain over a war that never needed to happen in the first place, with no aid from those who brought all this pain over them. So despite being forbidden, I returned to Oren. I did so not to negotiate the end of the war, but to negotiate a way to save Elysium from Norland." "Unfortunately, before such a goal could be achieved, I was found out for going behind Norland's back after my participation in resolving an Orenian raid, and saving hostages was mentioned by name in an article." Copies of the Article are attatched "I was quickly summoned to the Palace to speak with the King's right hand, for what I assumed would be a harsh punishment. Despite that I still went, and to my confusion, what I found was seemingly the opposite. I was told that I was being inducted, not willingly mind you, into a new elite group that served the king, called the Red Hand. They said I was to be their diplomat, having seen my work. For a moment, I thought this was a good thing, that Norland was taking an opportunity to take a better path in the war. I was dreadfully wrong. In that same conversation, I was told my first assignment would be to abandon any efforts in Oren. I had a sick feeling, and realized quickly the only reason I was in the Red Hand, was to be managed. Or at least I thought, but it was so much worse. I asked them what I thought was an obvious question, as a diplomat, a representative of peace, I wouldn't be required to fight right? Wrong. Very wrong. They told me, and I quote," "The only peace left for you to find, is blood upon your blade." "They told me I would be required to fight, and that it would be at the front lines as well. A sense of dread filled me when I recalled, my summons had been written by the King, King Sven. He was man I called my friend, and I confided in him many times my frustrations because of my inability to fight, even after being taught. He knew this, and he's the one who summoned me to speak with his right hand. Knowing I had no skill to fight or defend myself, I was being ordered to the front lines of the war. This was just their way to kill me quietly." "I acted quickly, taking my things and fleeing from Norland all together. At the time, many of my family in Elysium were upset with me for the events of the article previously mentioned. Knowing their anger at me, I told no one except Eugeo that I left, and it broke my heart. I fled to the only other place I knew anything about in this realm, Oren. They gave me a heroes welcome, and worked with me to cover up the fact I had fled, making up the story they had instead arrested me as a spy for my sake. For my efforts, I was granted the position of diplomat for Oren, and for a while enjoyed a peaceful life there. So the war waged on. Despite it, I snuck into Elysium to visit Eugeo what rare times I could, and eventually I was spotted and found out." "Norland was expectedly upset. And many times tried to attack me, even while I was pregnant and unarmed. My visits to Elysium were cut down tremendously due to Varhelms hostility towards me. But eventually, the war was over. Once it was over, I was eager to see my friends again and went to pay them a visit. My family in Elysium was rather angry at me, until I told them the story behind why I left. It was a blessing to reunite with them. As I was speaking with one friend in Varhelm, I wanted to ask him about something. In my time away, I had heard heard rumors that during the war time, Norland has called me a war criminal. I asked him if those rumors had been true or not." "The current Norlandic King, Vane Freysson, who was at the time on the kings council, took note of me and my conversation. Despite once again being peaceful and unnamed, he decided to take it upon himself, with the help of an insane dwarf, to attack me. I tried to reason with them, never once fighting back but they chose to chase me. They ran me well out of Norland's borders but despite that, still knocked me out and dragged me back Norland. There Vane officially banished me as a proper war criminal, by threat of execution should I ever return. They told me I could leave this once without issue. But his associates decided I was better off dead before I could even leave. They found an excuse to kill me through my atronach prosthetics. Some time ago, I unfortunately lost both my legs and one of my arms and now wear magical limbs to function. For the crime of wanting to have limbs to function at a basic level, they decreed I was a void monster, and that I had to die. It was only through the grace of the Elysium Rangers, my family, that I was able to flee from Norland." "And so we come to the present. Elysium now faces tyranny from Norland, partly so because of how they've defended me on multiple accounts. False accusations of breaking the law and not upholding it have been levied towards the Rangers. Elysium has been stripped of military rights and attempts have even been made to arrest them. I tell you this now, Elysium is the only reason Norland is still even standing. Elysium is a shining example of people who are just, kind, and strong. Norland repays that with tyranny, sabotage, and abuse." "I had no intentions on ever making this story public, but after seeing Elysium bleeding and hurting, I decided to do so, here it is. My personal account of the abuse I have faced from Norland, all for wanting peace and for valuing my life. I hope this could shed some light on the reality of what I now call the Bloodthirst Kingdom." P.S. - Guess what Norland? I sneak into Elysium. Banishment wont stop me from seeing my family. -Inui R'ikarth ~Ambassador of Stygian Hollow, Head of Clan R'ikarth, Stygian Hollow Council Member.

An artist depiction of the MRA attack on an innocent wearing a dress. The Mercatorii Revolutionary Armies, dubbed the MRA, continues to embark on a history of evils not limited to that of Elysium, but by their own admission, in that of Urguan as well. I write in reference to their declaration to all of Almaris on their insanity and sadism under the guise of Canonists. Within the last two years, these inhumane soldiers of Oren have been spotted in Talon’s Port, and upon their discovery, would immediately flee into canoes in its waters, a trend for cowardice within these men. In a separate incident, they had been found by medic Aobh Aldin within the northern maple forest on the border with Norland, ransacking the body of an innocent woman they had just slain, their swords still stained with her blood. Upon sighting her, despite outnumbering her four to one, they scurried off into the northern expanses within elven seconds. I raise attention to these writings. https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/202120-mother-mercatore-loves-her-sons/?tab=comments#comment-1843813 In their disgustingly elaborated prevarications, they spoke of their assault of an Elysian who had fallen off the ferry in his carelessness. He was neither a combatant, or a soldier as their slander would have you believe,, but simply returning to his home to his farms. He was used as an example of glorification of gore and torture, aided with the use of a Lorraine cross as a brand. I raise attention to these writings. https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/201402-order-36-a-new-leaf/?tab=comments#comment-1839052 They’ve broken their own tenets in pledging to bring no harm unless provocation, especially of women and children. Yet, they persist, despite being bested, their dedication to torture stretches into sadistic perversions itself, revealed in the incident aforementioned below. They assaulted Mary Amaricius. A lone MRA soldier with the same red stripes and silver mask immediately charged upon her and brought his weapon to crash upon her as she fought desperately for her life. She was wearing a mere coat, and faltered to the assault soon after in which she was dragged to a secluded spot for the man to conduct his perversions once more wielding and uttering Canonist litanies, smashing her arm with his weapon to be mangled and bled, and used the similar Lorraine branding rod to scar her. He cackled through the entire process, an information I found utterly appalling to hear, to hear of such sadism. A hasty search was conducted for him, but he had unfortunately fled. Born an orphan of Oren, Mary Amaricius has been a beloved member of the Elysium community since her adoption as a child, and maintains deep seated friendships with many in the realm. She is a hardworking young lady, and a steadfast friend of mine. I write to denounce and condemn the MRA, revealed to be nothing more than perverted roaches hiding behind bushes and prancing to glorify their violence and brutality towards women adorned in plain dresses or a coat, emboldened in their efforts to serve as a militia for Oren in the war. May no further drop of our blood be spilled for naught, allow virtue and righteousness to prevail. Signed, Eugeo de Astrea. Duke of Elysium.

A small bird descends before you, leaving a letter of equal size. Once the missive is delivered, the bird would promptly chirp and disappear off into the sky. Should the letter be opened and read, its contents contain the following: Contest Of The Quills Do you like reading? Or maybe writing is more of your thing? Well it seems like this contest was made for you! You can write, horror, informative, romance, fiction, or a biography! The contest will end once the Elysium library is built. And the person who wins will receive a special award! And at the end of every month (OOC: A day in real life) after all books are submitted you will be able to vote on who has the best story! Here is a few things you should try looking for when picking a winner: Does the story have more than 3 pages? Are the pages well made and fit the story title/genre? Is the story PG-13? Does it give good advice? Do you think the book is good to be put in a library for public viewing? Are you writing a book? Here are a few things you should try and do when your writing: If your story is informative can you back up your sources? Does you book have more than 3 pages? Is your stuff PG-13? Does it break any laws? Including out side of Elysium. Is your text detailed? How to submit your book: To submit it, click the done button to save it once you are done. Then add your terms and rules if someone wants to buy it. For example: What can I do with this book?: Use for education, or teaching with proper help, and re-sell or add to a library who is allied with Teaful. What can I not do with this book?: Claim it is yours, resell for bigger then it's real price, or steal. Since it is your own book you do not have to include Teaful, unless you want people to buy it from our store! If not just add do not resell! It also must be the original that you put in! Books that do not make it can still be added. But once the event is over you can collect your books. After that press submit and give it to a staff member working! If none is there put it in 'Contest bin' Prizes range from 10-100mina! Along with community rewards and 2 free books of your choice! First place: Choice to add into the library once done, 2 free books from Teaful, along with 50 mina. (Raises every month) Second place: 2 free books from Teaful, 1 banner, and 35 mina. Third place: 2 free book from Teaful, 1 banner, and 15 mina. If you range lower you can still get your book added to Teaful's catalog. If you have any more questions feel free to send a letter to Ms. Eudora's house. The letter ends with a signed signature of Eudora. Along with a lovely good luck message.

Published by the Duchy of Elysium It is a heinous, dishonourable affront and display to all Descendants to celebrate the massacre of women, children and innocent bystanders. Last Elven evening, Orenian marauders, officers of its own Imperial State Army, show their colours by representing the world leader of senseless barbarity and brutality. Blaming and attacking the agricultural vassal of Elysium for the wars being waged. Elysium, with her golden fields of rye, represents the hospitable nature of humanity. We are a kindred community focused onto helping its neighbours and fostering camaraderie to battle, not those who are descendants, but rather the horrors and evils that prowl the realm, such as the Old Dark and the dreadful minions of Mordring. Similarly to Oren’s own vassal of the Pale, Elysium has fulfilled its contractual obligations as a vassal and has lived peacefully, even forming countless friendships with Orenian-affiliated individuals in the years since its founding in Almaris. The Orenian falsification press, drunk on the bloodlust of assaulting and slaughtering fellow humans, speaks of Orenian military might, their lack of casualties, and dissolution of a cabal. However, they foolishly fail to detail that the Orenian war party, consisting of Imperial State Army officers, struck down innocent, unarmed, unarmored Elysian civilians as they fled for their lives. The fields were certainly, as they claim, painted sanguine, however it was not with the blood of soldiers or fighters, but the blood of innocent civilians; women, children, and simple tradesmen who were guilty of no crime save for, apparently, existing within the incorrect nation that Oren has declared for itself. It is clear to all who’ve visited, that Elysium is an agricultural vassal, not the source of the warbands of Norland that the Orenians were perhaps too much of typical cowards to seek. Elysians who managed to escape to the shelter of their homes then found their doors kicked in by the marauders, many of them being dragged into the town’s streets and executed. Even then, as the fighting continued, a number of the attacking soldiers began ransacking a home in an attempt to abduct, and presumably murder or maim, a young boy of ten, only prevented from doing so by the jamming of a door between the soldiers and the child. Perhaps it is only fitting, for an empire that engages in wholesale slaughter of its enemies to surpass the civil world in genocides: destroying of its own cities and settlements to sow so much sedition against Elysium, a serene town who did not even take up arms when the warring marauders arrived. This demonstrated to a younger generation that when the collars were off, they acted nothing more than rabid mongrels attempting to leave no survivors to speak of their crimes against humanity. Their masters left vomiting pieces of literacy to attempt to justify their mongrels’ actions. Let the deceptive Orenians proclaim their own honour and prowess, be able to foolishly boast about their Elysian conquest to their people, to show that no court, philosophies or thesis would dissuade their own army from these primitive travesties and massacres. Conclusively, after being abducted it would appear that Liluth was abused in Orenian custody, and although it appears that the wishes for the self-determination of the Elysium community has grounds. It remains so that the Orenian approach to Elysian self-determination is forceful and utterly repugnant in hurting, killing and harassing its community with threats of constant raiding every three months as stated to Eugeo within the Bastion. Elysium may not secede, especially not under duress inspired by Orenian falsehoods. We may be a fledgling community, but it is one that toils hard to better itself to the challenges of Almaris whilst remembering each and every one of its fallen. The Duchy announces the retraction of the statements of Liluth and Eugeo with their assertions , and sponsors the advertisement of this statement to be made apparent to her allies, and the general populaces of the realm who may find themselves confused by the events of recent. Elysium stands as a vassal of Norland: especially now that our blood has been spilled with the misplaced intentions to bring harm to the rulership of King Sven Edvardsson of Norland. Iron from Ice.