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Author's Corner A dream of my youth was to encourage budding authors to write, to create new literature for the people of Aevos to share and enjoy. Now, I am beginning to set that dream in motion. Author’s corner aims to purchase and sell written works from the people. Minae earned will vary depending on the quality of the written work as well as the edition, but a single mid length novel of original edition can earn the author upwards of twenty-five minae. Written works surrounding skills, or professions for example sewing, smithing, farming, are in high demand- and will earn the writer even more. These books will then be sold from the store itself. If plenty are sold, the original author will earn an additional commission. Currently, Author’s Corner operates from within Hyspia, a small store within the city center. Further locations will gradually appear within the next few saints years. If you wish to sell any written works forward, send a bird to Cosima Victoria Temesch, and a time to meet can be swiftly organized.
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Narvok oz ok Arkon Thrummaz [!] A messenger bird arrives to dwed across Urguan, relaying the news! [!] A blessing, and a joyous discovery! The expedition for knowledge in Ogradhad's name has been completed, and with it were recovered some preserved ancient texts, written by old dwed of continents long passed. And along with such precious texts, some relating to the nature of the Rhun, came also the discovery of a story to this old place. One of a brave and devout dwed... who stood to defend what he believed in. An encounter with giant spiders complicated the investigation but was dealt with accordingly... The ancient texts were discovered within the ruins of a small library... likely a safekeeping for the follower of the Warden of Knowledge that watched over it. Most incredibly however, a hole in the roof had rendered most of the texts destroyed... except for four books, those that sat nearest to the shrine of Ogradhad contained within... These texts will be put on display within The Grand Library in Kal'Darakaan, for all to view. Rare is it that the Brathmordakin reach down and show their influence upon the realm of the descendants. To honor such a blessing, Da Kirkja Verga will renovate this old place, and it shall be reformed into a grand temple in worship to Ogradhad, so that all may show their veneration to him in the hallowed place. Tuzic Mossborn, Prophet of Ogradhad
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On the Encouragement of Scholars This missive from the Royal Balianese Academy exists to expand on the knowledge of the public as to our history and cultural values of Atrus, in order to better secure a future for Balian and ensure the next generation may properly learn what it is to be a Balianite. Should one seek out history books, it will further allow the future leaders of our Nation to take note of their ancestors and their doings to be properly informed in the doings of the present. This author hopes that the encouragement here will aid in bringing forth these historical and cultural texts for Balian to peruse as they should wish. And in turn hopes that this will quell the masses as this opportunity is open to noble and commoner alike. The following texts listed are payable upon completion and approval of quality. History of Balian The Reign of John I: A book meant to encompass the first King of Balians reign. 15+ pages, it needs a title page, 75 minas for an original. An extra 75 minas if a forum post is also made. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. The Brothers War: A book on the Brothers War that led to Balians founding. 15+ pages,it needs a title page, 75 minas for an original book, an extra 75 minas if a forum post is also made. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. The Siege of Cloudbreaker: A book recounting the details of the fight against Undead Cloudbreaker in Balian. 10+ pages, it needs a title page, 50 minas for an original. An extra 50 minas if a forum post is also made. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. Government and Politics Nobility in Balian: A book scribed from the Duties and Responsibilities of Nobility forum post, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 25 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. On Leadership: A Course in Administration: A book scribed from the On Leadership: A Course in Administration forum post, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 25 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. The Noble City of Atrus: A book scribed from the The Noble City of Atrus: Wildflower of the South forum post, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 25 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. The Arts Balianite Theatre: A book scribed from the Balianite Theatre forum post, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 25 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. Song of the Farfolk Volunteers: A book scribed from the A tune raised in Balian forum post, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 15 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. The Crimson Sands: A book scribed from the Crimson Sands poem forum post, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 15 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. The Valiance of Balian: A book scribed from the Valiance of Balian forum post but made into a children's book, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 25 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. The First Tablet of Saint Lothar: A book scribed from the translation of the First Tablet of Saint Lothar: On Faith forum post, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 25 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. The Second Tablet of Saint Lothar: A book scribed from the translation of the First Tablet of Saint Lothar: On the Wheel forum post, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 25 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. On Religion On Balian Marriage: A book scribed from the Balian Marriage forum post, meant to be directly transcribed from the piece itself. It needs a title page, 25 minas for an original. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. Negotiable Miscellaneous Topics Balians Flora and Fauna: A book on the varying plants and wildlife amidst that of Balian. It needs a title page. Depending on length, price is entirely negotiable. Amount negotiated is doubled if a forum post is also written. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. The Nobelissimos: A book on one of the named Nobelissimos, containing that of their history. It needs a title page. Depending on length, price is entirely negotiable. Amount negotiated is doubled if a forum post is also written. It needs prior approval and acceptance of its quality. Signed, Her Excellency, Johanne Alstromeria Vuiller, Lady Procurator of the Kingdom of Balian. His Excellency, Gaius Rosius var Ruthern, Minister of Interior of the Kingdom of Balian His Excellency, Kasimir Sarkozic, Lord Censor of the Kingdom of Balian.
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Barclay Books & Bundles “Stift ist mächtiger als das Schwert nur in den Händen der Gelehrten” - Pen is mightier than the sword only in the hands of the learned _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 11th of Amber's Cold, 8 SA or 357 ES Karosgrad The Barclay Bargains™ Badge _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Following the previous Barclay Bargains™ notices, another one would be noticed around Karosgrad, this time apparently depicting a bookstore, a place for those who wish to learn, extend their knowledge and wisdom. Doing so through the conventional means of learning by the written texts, many written texts which Barclay Books and Bundles™ appeared to provide. With these notices, a rework of the Barclay Bargains ™ store in Karosgrad would have taken a change in appearance, and an expansion downwards, where the bookstore appeared to rest below Barclay Waffen™ The Barclay Waffen™ notice would also be attached Artists’ interpretation of the Barclay Books & Bundles™ bookstore in Karosgrad. The rest of the notice read as follows “Dear and Respected Citizens of Hanseti-Ruska, Upon the official reopening of Barclay Waffen™ in both Karosgrad and Providence, I am pleased to announce yet another expansion to the Barclay Bargains™ trade union. Such coming in the form of Barclay Books & Bundles™, a bookstore trading in books, journals, magazines, tomes, and any type of product that related to the growth of knowledge and wisdom through reading. With little limitations to the range of products we sell and buy, almost all out of the 174 different books are for sale, either through direct display at the shop, or through ordering via the Barclay Bargains’ Commissions Service™, available to all current or aspiring customers. As such, a multitude of products are up for grabs to anyone following the path towards the pursuit of entertainment through smartful reading, or knowledge, be it arcane, alchemical, relating to world studies, and much more. The inventory provided with this notice will allow for anyone wishing to look through our goods can do so easily, with further information provable by its owner, Ser Brandt Barclay through the same commissioning service mentioned above. As such, the genres and subjects of books from Barclay Books & Bundles™ include: [!] Literature and Philosophy, featuring over 17 different books concerning fictional works as well as abstract, philosophical subjects. Allowing the thinkful reader to both find entertainment and food for thought. [!] Art, Poems, and other Linguistic Studies, featuring over 27 different books concerning the beautiful and masterful art of crafting ballads, music, or other poetry through the use of words, allowing the romantic, dramatic, or artistic reader to find entertainment and food for thought alike. [!] World Studies, featuring over 45 different books including many different subjects all combined into one. Books about culture, religion, history of descendants or otherwise, geography, or studies made into common animals and beasts. As such, allowing the curious reader pursuing knowledge for the world we live in to achieve such. [!] Medicine, Herbalism and Alchemy, featuring over 28 different books including studies, guides and further information into the subjects of medicine and alchemy, allowing the knowledgeable reader who pursues the knowledge and skill and saving lives or enhancing them through what nature provides to do such. [!] Magic Studies, featuring over 20 different books concerning the masterful art of bending voidal powers with their mind similarly to how a blacksmith bends steel with his hammer, including books on overall mana usage, different types of evocations, transfigurations, more. [!] Combat and Bestiaries, featuring over 20 different books concerning the masterful art of bending voidal powers with their mind similarly to how a blacksmith bends steel with his hammer, including books on overall mana usage, different types of evocations, transfigurations, more. [!] Crafts and Skills, featuring 15 different books concerning the mastering and understanding of different skills and crafts, such as bronze smithing, the art of trading and bargaining, music, forging, and more. Providing the reader with tips and information on how to learn a particular craft [*] Orders and Trading - Barclay Books & Bundles™, aside the products and articles displayed in the immediate shelves of the store, also offers ordering of many more books from its inventory. Thus far, most of the books are sold as unreplicable copies (copies of copies), however, through these orders customers may be able to inquire and request books of different types, as long as they’re available as such. As a reminder, these orders are taken in the Barclay Bargains’ Commission Service™, where customers may also inquire on other Barclay Bargains™ deals and commissions. Barclay Books & Bundles™ bookstore on the underground floor of Barclay Bargains™ store in Karosgrad. We hope you visit and find the Barclay Bargain while at it! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ - Ser Brandt Barclay
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-- == + The Library Of Dragur + == -- -- == + == -- "It was once asked of me, a question. The question. The question so many have asked throughout many centuries. To a mother, to a teacher, to a friend and on occasion, to an enemy. Every day it is asked again, and it may never be answered. So I ask you, Orithur, why do we try to find an answer? Well I tell you this, it is not the answer we look for. Peculiar, no? No we do not ask the question for an answer, in fact, we never really ask the question itself at all, even if we are to always think on it, at almost every waking moment. So what is the question? Well, that is the question." - Aedrex, Dragaar -- == + == -- A great shard, a Lexicon no less, spewed forth the gatherings of a once reclusive Dragaar, blessing his once loyal servant, Orithur, with the most valuable of gifts; knowledge. The Lexicon was emptied and the ashen servant, draped in black robes and clad in a Thanhic armour, began his task of immense proportions. Promptly construction began with the aid of a small gathering that held a similar love for knowledge as he, to reform the once secretive Library of Dragur, and the Order that maintained it. Many moons rose and fell in the time it took for the grand structure to reach its state of completion, and even longer to organise and document the many books within into the appropriate shelves and categories. Already the library had made itself quite known to the world as a beacon of knowledge, holding the largest supply of books in the known realm. Races and creatures of all ilk gathered to its walls, and under the name of Dragur would they study. And study much, from ancient magics to lost cultures, the library had it all, and would continue to expand. Donations would come often, and in the time the library was standing its total number of books had almost doubled through donation alone. It was evident to the Librarian, Orithur, that when given a glimmer of hope that knowledge may thrive in a world so sickened by forces that would see it destroyed, the masses would flock. But with interest came demand. So many requests for so much knowledge the library simply didn't have. It required much expansion still, for it became quite apparent to Orithur that he had barely began to scratch the surface of what knowledge is, and it was truly a near infinite mistress that seldom could ever hope to tame, but nevertheless Orithur and his scholars would attempt it. New minds were required, the Order was to be remade, the scholars of Dragur were to be called upon once more so that the library may be brimming with the pure potential it should. -- == + == -- Total Current Books: 629 -- == + == -- Librarian: - Orithur Scholars: - Dram [Seriph12] - Asher [Cosmik] - Aluuvia [Tehlulu] - Callax [VitaminC] - Archembalt [_Cuckoldry_] - Artemis [Sythan] - Aurabella [TeaRex] - Absulon [Bokratz] - Old Man [_Sug] - Div'Igne [xboxershortz] - Orias [Anawkin] Partnered Libraries: - Sanctuary Library Librarian: Niera - Felsen Library Librarian: Theran -- == + == -- Should a position as a Scholar within the library be of interest, then state your information below. But let it be known the library is accepting only of those who would dedicate their lives to knowledge. Thus, the fee for applicants is an audition. Required for this audition is an original tome written by yourself, and a presentation to the librarian and current scholars on its information. By placing your information here, you will be contacted for audition by Librarian Orithur himself. Name: Age: Race: Intended topic of book: [[MCname]]: [[Timezone]]: -- == + == --
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The Historians Guild Est. 1510 “The past is but a procession of the present” All Glory to the Enlightened Owl This scholarly order seeks to objectively study the history of the realm from ancient to avant-garde and the foreseeable future. The Guild holds no allegiance other than the realm and offers their services, with a small expense, to any who require it. By researching both archaic and modern documents, excavating ancient runes for their deepest and most esoteric mysteries, and inquiring with those who have lived through history itself, the Guild unravels the past and helps weave the future. The Historians’ Codex -The historian has two core tasks: the search for historical truth and its transmission through teaching and publication- -The historian must not dismiss counter evidence without scholarly consideration- -The historian must be even-handed in treatment of evidence and eschew picking and choosing history- -The historian must clearly indicate any speculation- -The historian must not mistranslate documents or mislead by omitting parts of documents- -The historian must weigh the authenticity of all accounts, not merely those that contradict a favored view- -The historian must take the motives of historical actors into consideration- -The historian must look beyond ethics, moral, and law, recording history under any circumstance and in the most raw of forms- The expansion of the above articles are learnt when inducted into the Guild The Hierarchy The ethical historian seeks no fame or fortune for their work, thusly, they have a fairly loose construction. The Guild is led by a council of Senior members who deal with Guild politics, reviewing historical analysis written by members of the Guild and keeping the Guild in order. Below the Senior members are the simple, yet crucial Historians. They serve no other purpose than to read, research, and record. Historians have numerous duties bestowed upon them by the Seniors. Historians may become chroniclers, wandering the realm and recording events as they happen, keeping the Guild’s immense records up-to-date and organized, or their services may be chartered out to those who can afford it such as a kingdom or noble orders. So common it is for Historians to focus on a certain aspect of history, such as natural, geographic, magical, political, or militaristic. Those who are newly inducted into this prestigious order or but simple acolytes, apprentices, students, novices, etc… They are assigned a Senior member who is to train them in the methods and practices of history keeping. Once the Senior feels they can function independently they are given the rank of Historian. The Knowledgeable Loremaster Anaximander Still, there remains a most esteemed and honorary title. That of “Loremaster”. The appellation given to only the most adept and skilled Historians of the Guild who have become experts in their craft. Granted, a Historian remains ever a student and can never truly master that which never ends. Services Chartered Chronicling Those Historians who have the more adventurous spirit are chartered out to various kingdoms, clans, and countries to record the history of said country as it occurs. The chronicler has no ties to the organization, they are, however, expected to be treated with the utmost hospitality. These Historians are also tasked with studying the chartee’s history and rewriting and organizing it into a coherent document for the Guild’s use. If a patron wishes to hire a chronicler do inquire below and proper payment shall be negotiated. Public Access The Guild’s expansive archives and the Historians’ combined knowledge serve as an almost endless source of historical documents, accounts, and research. It being their duty to transmit history to the realm, the Historians allow full access to their archives for study. History repeats itself, it is wise for one to know their past mistakes. Cartography Understanding the contours and geography of the realm is a vital aspect of history and its comprehension. Thusly, the Guild provides masterful artists and map makers to bring the realm to ink and paper. Commissioned maps of a particular piece of land are also available. Inquire below. An Aspiring Cartographer “A man who does not know history is like a leaf who does not know it’s part of a tree.” Induction into the Guild The Guild of Historians only takes on the most dedicated, scholarly, and empirical of potential students. Students are expected to possess a fairly advanced knowledge of ancient and modern history upon requesting entry. Their knowledge will be tested rigorously and their writing and scripting abilities will also be tested, to make sure the potential student writes in a coherent, unbiased and detailed manner. If one wishes to join this most venerable order it is asked that they send word to one of the Senior Members of the Guild so that their skills might be tested. A note may also be posted below giving your name and two examples of your work as a scholar and writer. [MC name should also be posted] Skilled cartographers are also encouraged to join our ranks. Send one of the Senior members of this illustrious order at least two examples of your work. Or, once again, post a note below in a similar fashion to that which is stated above.
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You are one of many people within the world of Anthos. And yet, tonight of all nights, there lay an letter upon the aviary of your local town. Seemingly without a owner, you reach out for the letter to determine its origin. As you inspect this plain letter, you realize that this may be one of them recruitment letters for them shady guilds. You look inside it anyways, to see this message. You look at this letter oddly. What a load of nonsense. You look at the letter as it ends, and it is up to you now to decide whether you will join this "noble" cause, or if it's just a load of folly. OOC This is, simply put, a experiment whether an espionage group can exist purely IC. Which means no Skype, TS, or other means of OOC communication. If possible, I'd like to use this group primarily as a way of selling information to parties that need it. There is no VA required to join this guild, unless if you want to steal information or threaten others for information. NEW PLAYERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO JOIN. Please put your application within this forum topic. Further details and meetings will be added via PM. THIS WILL BE THE ONLY TIME IN WHICH OOC COMMUNICATION WILL BE USED. KEEP THAT IN MIND. APPLICATION: MC NAME: CHARACTER NAME: WHY WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN? WHAT PROFESSION WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE? ARE YOU WILLING TO GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY OR TO STEAL TO RECIEVE INFORMATION? DO YOU HAVE A VA? (Y/N) IF SO, PLEASE PUT A LINK.
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~ The Fell's~ ~The fell's are a simple brewing and booking guild- meaning that there purpose is to teach the ancient art of brew, and copy/write selective texts. Our main goal is to make sure all of our members understand the art of brew and scribe work and other works conserning books the fell's are faund of old books. we are known as the brewing guild because we have many grand brewing halls and of course are love of brew. The Fell's were started by Andermendin Grandfell then simplified by Eath'lus ~ *Altho the fell's are found of conversation they are a private and in some ways secritive guild* Fortress- Fellbor is the home of the fell's. It is a mountain fortress high in the lonley mountains of west Urguan. it's hall are exstencive from grand brew hall's to modest libraries Fellbor has it all. Title- Titles amoungst guild members are not narrowed on a list all titles are different based on the being that holds them. An example of this would be Eath'lus his tittle is commander of the brew Why? Because he is the teacher and high elder for the brewers. Application Mc name- RP name- Reason for joining- Do you have any knowledge in brew or books?-
