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TREATY OF SAND AND KARSTS Issued by the Sovereign Crown 8th of FRANCISCO’S RESOLVE, en el año de nuestro señor, 99 Introducción With the signing and promulgation of this document, the Sovereignty of Hyspia and the Unified Domain of Vortice, henceforth referred to as ‘the signatories’, do agree on their honor to the terms laid forth hereafter. ARTICLE I: Non-Aggression The signatories agree in the absolute to a pact of non-aggression. There shall be no military conflict between either state; nor between their constituent vassals or noble Houses. Any breaches of this term shall be resolved through the appropriate diplomatic channels. ARTICLE II: Sovereignty The signatories mutually recognize the other as the sole sovereign state over their respective lands, and all titles affiliated with their respective styling. ARTICLE III: Trade The signatories mutually agree to give one another a place for trade within their respective capitals. There shall be a limited sale of resources, and a priority set on luxury goods, textiles, and refined products. The signatories shall offer discounted prices on any items traded between themselves hereafter. ARTICLE IV: Duration This treaty shall remain in effect for twenty saint weeks from the signing of this document, and will be reinstated with the approval of the signatories. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this agreement as of the day and year first above written. Signed, HER ROYAL HIGHNESS, Ramona de Pelear, Sovereign Princess of Hyspia, Duchess of Pacazu, Baroness of Arenisca and Del’mar, Lady of Ladorada, Lady of Niseep, Gereon's Hold, and Ciudad de Plata, Gran Maestress of El Orden de Francisco, Protector of the Hyspian People, Protector of the Farfolk, Matriarch of House de Pelear HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, Dimitri Otto of Korvia, Sovereign Prince-Consort of Hyspia, Duke-Consort of Pacazu, Baron-Consort of Arenisca and Del’mar, Lord of Ladorada, Lord of Niseep, Gereon's Hold, and Ciudad de Plata, Gran Maestre of El Orden de Francisco, Protector of the Hyspian People, Protector of the Farfolk HIS EXCELLENCY, Demitrey Denodado, Gran Chancellor de Hyspia, Maestro de la Esquela de Veronica, Oficial de Imigracion, Capitan of the Opal Odyssey HER HIGHNESS, Lenora Jusmia The 10th Sovereign of the Depths, Monarch of the Unified Domain of Vortice HER NOBILITY, Lady Aerith Maelstorm Matriarch of House Maelstorm, Minister of the Department of Livelihood of Internal and External Affairs of Vortice

Are you looking for land to fill with life? Are you tired of traveling all over the continent, going from realm to realm, to meet with family, friends, and or just meeting new people who would all rather live close together? If so, we may have land for you! We, the people of Vortice, are looking to help small communities find a place that suits their needs, whether big or small. We want each community to feel safe and comfortable where they reside, and thus, we offer land to those who are interested in low tax rates. How do you apply? First, you’ll contact one of four individuals. That being Lenora Jusmia @Bethinwonderland, Gusiam Jusmia @PrinceJose270, Aerith Malestorm @bravery, and or John O’Riley @johnnydeath6. You’ll give us a summary of the group you’d be requesting land for. We will set up a time to meet those within your community, hear you out, and go from there! Should everything go well, we will talk about getting everything set up so you can get started! No, we are not looking to sell the land! It belongs to Vortice

THE EMERALD ACCORD As agreed upon on the 12th of The Amber Cold, Year 170 of the Second Age Between the Unified Domain of Vortice and the Apostolic Kingdom of Aaun With the signing and promulgation of this document, the Apostolic Kingdom of Aaun and the Unified Domain of Vortice, henceforth referred to as ‘the signatories‘, do agree on their honour to the terms laid forth hereafter. Article I: Sovereignty I. The signatories hereby concur to acknowledge the autonomy and sovereign status of each of their respective realms. Article II: Non-Aggression I. The signatories hereby pledge to refrain from engaging in any acts of aggression or military hostilities against one another in any manner. II. The signatories pledge that citizens of either party shall refrain from accepting military commissions or engaging in mercenary employment from any state with which the other party is involved within a state of war. III. In addition, this commitment encompasses the preservation of the right to unrestricted movement of their respective citizens between the signatory nations. IV. The signatories pledge that citizens from either realm are protected while in their respective territories so long as they act within the laws of the respective realms. Article III: Extradition I. The signatories hereby consent to a reciprocal extradition provision, whereby a citizen of either nation, provided there is justifiable cause for their arrest, may be apprehended and subsequently transferred to the jurisdiction of the courts in the territory where their alleged crime transpired. II. In such instances, an Extradition Request must be formally submitted by the judicial authorities of the first party's state to the Monarch or Sovereign of the second party for approval. III. Legal representation for the defendant may be provided by the judicial representatives of the nation from which the citizen or subject originates. Article IV: Diplomatic Exchange I. The signatories collectively affirm the principle of diplomatic exchange between their respective governments, aimed at fostering dialogue and mutual understanding. In accordance with this, the Apostolic Kingdom of Aaun shall dispatch a temporary envoy to the Unified Domain of Vortice, and reciprocally, the other party stands ready to attend diplomatic meetings at the behest of His Royal Majesty's Government. II. The signatories jointly endorse the principle of diplomatic freedom, emphasizing the inviolability and immutability thereof. This entails that envoys and government messengers shall enjoy unrestricted movement within the territory of each party. Furthermore, they shall not be subject to prosecution by local or national authorities for any civil or criminal proceedings unless their home country explicitly waives their entitlement to such immunity. III. The signatories retain the prerogative to formally expel a diplomat whose actions are deemed to have substantially undermined the national integrity and order of either party's realm. Article V: Trade I. The signatories, wishing to promote free trade amongst one another and their people, shall allow the respective national Trading Companies of either signatory to own a tax-free stall within each other's Capitals, provided they commit to the maintenance thereof by ensuring it is always properly stocked. II. The signatories further agree that when a Vortician mining network has been established along the eastern coast of the Langkette Range north of the Apostolic Kingdom of Aaun, where evidence of veins of valuable emeralds has been found, the Royal Aaunic Government be allowed unlimited access thereto. Article VI: Duration I. The duration of this pact shall be held for fifteen years. During the tail end of the duration, a meeting shall be scheduled to determine whether both parties wish to renew or extend the existing treaty. Signed, His Apostolic Majesty, JOHN ALEXANDER, by the Grace of GOD, Apostolic King of Aaun, Prince of Alstion, Duke of Vienne, the Lowlands, Balemena and Corazon, Count of Whitespire, Enswerp and Florentine, Baron of Blanchet, Protector of the Realm The 10th Sovereign of the Depths, Monarch of the Unified Domain of Vortice, Lady Lenora Jusmia Lady Aerith Maelstorm, Minister of Internal Affairs, Acting as Minister of Foreign affairs of the Unified Domain of Vortice Legate John O’Riley, Minister of Defense of The Unified Domain of Vortice

The Kraken's Festival For many years upon the arrival of Aevos, the eastern sea has been kind to the denizens of the Unified Domain of Vortice. Not just by having wondrous sights, but also by offering a plethora of unique fish and corals within its waters. As such, the council of Vortice would like to extend a hand to the realms of Aevos for a celebration of the bounties found within the sea in our Kraken’s Festival of the Eastern Sea and also invite those in attendance to join in on some festive events for a potential prize. The events for the festival will be listed below for those interested in taking part. [Art by arvalis] The Lucky Fisherman! Contestants shall have fifteen ashen minutes to collect as many fish as possible, with rarer fish equaling more points. Fishermen are allowed to bring in their own skinning knives and fishing rods- HOWEVER, fishermen bags will not be permitted to avoid the potential for cheating. Whoever earns the most points by the end of the time frame will walk home with a prize of 250 mina and the temporary title of “Vortice’s Luckiest Fisherman!” Should the winner wish to keep their title, they will have to compete the next time this is held. [Art by loafers777] Lighthouse Race: Participants for the race shall find themselves racing around Vortice’s lighthouse through a series of laps to see whose sailing skills are superior. Sabotage is allowed and encouraged, with the allowance of tipping another’s boat in order to get ahead. The goal is to finish the laps in first place, and whoever reaches that goal will receive a prize of 50 mina, as well as the temporary title of “The Sea Snake.” Should the winner wish to keep their title, they will have to compete the next time this is held. [Art by sidharthchaturvedi] If the competitions are not up your alley or you miss some, have no fear, as a variety of delectable sea-based delicacies shall be there for any who desire a bite to eat as well as refreshing drinks whilst you enjoy the beautiful sights of the water and the lush coral beds underneath. For those who wish to showcase their own luxury goods and earn some coin. We offer free event-time trading carts and tables which will allow one to promote their goods and wares for the public to purchase! Just contact a steward for more information. [contact PrinceJose270 If you are interested in one of these carts] Enjoy a day of relaxation, food, fun, and challenges at Vortice’s first official Kraken’s Festival! Saturday, March 9th at 4pm EST In the Harbor of Talon's Roost

CONCORD OF THE COOL COMPANIONS Issued at Year 133 of the Second Age Renewed at the Year 165 of the Second Age As some of the smaller coastal settlements of the east, it has been found beneficial to support each other in every way which we can as possible both economically and militarily in case a threat in the east rises. May this pact give the east security and prosperity for our realms in our home continent of Aevos. ARTICLE I: SOVEREIGNTY I. The Most Serene State of Lurin recognizes The Shiredom of Dúnwen and The Unified Domain of Vortice their sovereignty and autonomy. II. The Unified Domain of Vortice recognizes The Most Serene State of Lurin and The Shiredom of Dúnwen their sovereignty and autonomy. III. The Shiredom of Dúnwen recognizes The Unified Doman of Vortice and The Most Serene State of Lurin their sovereignty and autonomy. ARTICLE II: TRADE I. All signatories dedicate to each other an available tax-free shop or stall within their capital region for the duration of the pact. II. All signatories agree to grant other signatories access to their mines if they are closed. III. All signatories agree to provide each other the best deal possible when trading in bulk goods between each other. IV. Minas are not necessary to trade. ARTICLE III: NON-AGGRESSION I. No signatory shall be intentionally harmed by another including their citizens. II. If a breach has been found, this shall be resolved diplomatically. ARTICLE IV: TERRITORIAL CLAIMS I. No signatory shall lay claim on territories another signatory has laid claim upon. II. Signatories may agree to give up a territorial claim in favor of another member having it. ARTICLE V: INFRASTRUCTURE I. All signatories agree to improve infrastructure between each realm II. This may be done in the form of establishing new roads, bridges and providing easier modes of transport between each other’s realms. III. Every infrastructure project will be discussed between signatories before execution. IV. All signatories agree to repair the alternative, ruined road through Dúnwen as well as build new bridges to connect Lurin and Vortice. ARTICLE VI: DEFENSE I. All signatories will aid each other when declared war upon. II. All signatories will aid each other when their sovereignty is at risk. III. All signatories will provide such aid through soldiers, wealth, industry, and resources. ARTICLE VII: CULTURAL EXCHANGE I. All signatories agree to improve the relationships between the nations by holding cultural events. II. These events will be held every two elven weeks. III. Each of the signatories will have the chance to choose what their event is so long as it’s representative of their culture. IV. These events will be held in a rotatory system, starting with the Most Serene State of Lurin, then the Unified Domain of Vortice, and finally the Shiredom of Dúnwen. ARTICLE VIII: DURATION I. All signatories agree to uphold this pact till all find it necessary to part ways. II. This pact may only be dissolved if all signatories agree. III. If any articles are deemed broken and all diplomatic reasons to maintain the pact are abandoned, the pact will be invalidated. signed, The Silver Lubba, Lumia Anarion The Hand of the Lubba and Prime Minister, Edvard Kervallen Mimosa Applefoot, Thain of Dúnfarthing His Majesty King Cyris Collingwood the First, the Second Former Thain of Dúnfarthing and her vassals, Prince in-Law of the Petra, Protector of the Wee, Lord of Greater Bramblebury, Bywater, Barnsley, Honeyhill and the Hillmen. Father of Foxes, Liberator of Frogtopia, Leader of the Merrymen, Slayer of Gods, The Oathbreaker, Grand Wizard of Bogwartz: School of Shamanism and Housemagery, Tamer of the Forest, Chairman of the League Of Super Best Friends, Wielder of most holy Knoxscalibur, Emperor of the Former Holy Orenian Empire of Bywater, Shogging Champion, Price Gouger, Guild Mason, Market Manipulator, Attorney at law. Her Highness, The 10th Sovereign of the Depths, Monarch of the Unified Domain of Vortice His Highness, Department Head of Foreign Affairs to the Unified Domain of Vortice, Monarch Consort

Come join the Council of Vortice for an evening of fun and dance! The Vortician Government humbly invites all who wish to participate in festivity and dance to join her in our upcoming Vortician ball, where holiday and seasonal decorations will line the walls, drinks will be had, and conversations will flow freely. Music and Dance will ensue, and meals will be provided to all in attendance. Dress code is formal whites, light blues, creams, and yellows. No armor is permitted unless given special permission by the Vortician council. The ballroom will be decorated with winter colors! We encourage you to come in the most beautiful outfit you own. We might have a present for you if you do!~

[!] posters would be placed all over Vortice, Lurin and Celianor. MISSING! Aher´Khel Va´eylul This young ker has been missing ever since she left her clan house in Vortice. Please keep a look out for a teenage mali´ker with short, white hair and red eyes, standing at 5´5. If found, her parents will reward the person greatly to get their daughter back.

*:･ﾟ✧*:･ﾟ :･ﾟ✧:･.☽˚｡･ﾟ✧:･*:･ﾟ✧*:･ﾟ Starlight Emporium A shop to find a variety of things. Plushies for the kids, or even yourself! Jewelry to display your love for the night sky, green to smoke during those stressful days. Even medicinal potions to help heal you or your loved ones! We are conveniently located in Nor-velyth, Vortice and the Silver Merchant trading facility. Below is a list of our inventory along with drawings depicting our locations. Potions Jewelry Plushie Green Drawings Enclosed *:･ﾟ✧*:･ﾟ :･ﾟ✧:･.☽˚｡･ﾟ✧:･*:･ﾟ✧*:･ﾟ

Come join the Council of Vortice for an evening of splendor and enchantment! Her Sovereignty Lenora Jusmia humbly invites all who wish to participate in festivity and dance to join her in our upcoming Vortician ball, where tapestries of golds, greys and reds will decorate the walls, drinks will be had, and conversations will flow freely. Music and Dance will ensue, and meals will be provided to all in attendance. Dress code is formal reds, greys, blacks and golds. No armor is permitted unless given special permission by the Vortician council. Her Sovereignty will be blessing our ears with her piano playing. A best dressed contest will be held with a fifty mina prize for the winner, so make sure to wear the nicest outfit you own! To be held during the month of the Sun's Smile year 148 SA

Vortice Citizen and Visitor Laws and Regulations Table of Content Terms (1) Citizen and Visitor Laws and Rights (2) Freedoms of Vortice (3) Property Laws (4) Crime Laws (5) Miscellaneous Laws Lenora Jusmia, The 10th Sovereign of the Depths, Monarch of the Unified Domain of Vortice.

Maelstorm Jewelry & Dolls Looking for a ring or bracelet to give your partner? Or how about a necklace, for those special dinners? Whatever you may need in the way of jewelry, we have an array of pieces! Come down to Maelstorm Jewelry! Our main shop is located in Vortice, in the city of Talon’s Roost. If you’re interested in checking out our other locations, we currently have a stall in Lurin, directly next to the entrance gate, and we are working on expanding our business to other nations. If you’re interested in having a living doll made for cheap, feel free to reach out to Aerith Maelstorm with specifications. Materials may be requested depending on the type of doll you order, and prices can be as low as fifty mina, and as high as three hundred, depending on the complexity of the doll. Dolls of any kind are welcome, and will be treated with deepest respects.

Come one, come all! The Cordius Academy is finally opening its doors to start a series of medical lessons for aspiring doctors and those that just want to sharpen their skills alike! From novice to expert, we will be hosting lessons for mostly everyone. The classes are walk-ins and must have at least four students for the lesson to take place Courses: Novice: First aid and herb basics Combat Medic Training: Tourniquets, bandages, and how not to pull out an arrow. Intermediate: Surgery, Amputation, Heartbeat, Bone setting, more in-depth herbs Advanced: Lung Bong, Removing Necrosis, Niche Injuries How to get there, when it is, and the first lesson Monarch of Vortice, 10th Sovereign of the depths, Lenora Jusmia

Vortice branch Upon arrival too the pillars, go straight up the lift following the bridge into the heart of the city. Once your eyes set upon John, Keep walking towards the friendly frog. He won’t bite. We promise. Behind him to the left you will see the shop up a few steps. Jusmia Exchange 9 The scent of flowers would meet your noise as you grow near, blooming florals combined with the scent of fresh ink for tattoos, all leading to this one location; one where you may: You may treat yourself or a loved one to some of the many flowers we have. If we don’t have the one you're looking for, let us know and we’ll get it right away! You may order a custom bouquet, which is always a nice sight! Be sure to talk with the florist and see what can be done! You may see to it that a personalized card is done, and each petal placed with love and care! For those interested as to our supply; here are just some of our stock as of right now: Alliums, White Tulips, Lilies, Lavender, Li-Ren Bell flowers and other assortments of bouquets. Flowers can be found both inside & outside of the shop Now, if flowers aren’t what you're looking for, how about a tattoo? Want to get something to remind you of a loved one? Want to get something that’s just cool? Want to get something permanent? Then, it might be what you're looking for! Big. Small. Doesn’t matter, we can try to do it all! Want it to glow? We have that covered too! An example drawing of a tattoo given to a customer: We do mostly tribal tattoos, with a mix of Li-Ren and Oyashiman both. However, we are willing to work with you on the style you wish. We do both colors and gray scale tattoos, as well. Consultations are free! Small tattoos = 8 mina Medium tattoos = 12-17 mina Large tattoos = 20+ mina If you can’t pay the mina fees, you can pay in the supplies needed for your tattoo such as pigments. If you don’t want something permanent, but would still like something pretty, henna might be the thing for you! Small henna tattoos = 4 mina Medium henna tattoos = 9-11 mina Large henna tattoos = 15+ mina Same goes here, if you can’t pay, you can pay in supplies! If you wish to learn how to tattoo or about tattooing in general, please let us know and we will set up lessons. Lessons are free! If you are interested in what we have to offer, please bird Kin or meet at the shop itself! While you wait please feel free to take spend some time on the balcony looking over part of the city We are not held liable if you fall/are pushed off the balcony

CONCORD OF THE COASTAL COMPANIONS Issued at Year 133 of the Second Age As some of the smaller coastal settlements of the east, it has been found beneficial to support each other in every way which we can as possible both economically and militarily in case a threat in the east rises. May this pact give the east security and prosperity for our realms on this newly found continent of Aevos. ARTICLE I: SOVEREIGNTY I. The Most Serene State of Lurin recognizes The Shiredom of Dúnwen and The Unified Domain of Vortice their sovereignty and autonomy. II. The Unified Domain of Vortice recognizes The Most Serene State of Lurin and The Shiredom of Dúnwen their sovereignty and autonomy. III. The Shiredom of Dúnwen recognizes The Unified Doman of Vortice and The Most Serene State of Lurin their sovereignty and autonomy. ARTICLE II: TRADE I. All signatories dedicate to each other an available tax-free shop or stall within their capital region for the duration of the pact. II. All signatories agree to grant other signatories access to their mines if they are closed. III. All signatories agree to provide each other the best deal possible when trading in bulk goods between each other. IV. Minas are not necessary to trade. ARTICLE III: NON-AGGRESSION I. No signatory shall be intentionally harmed by another. II. If a breach has been found, this shall be resolved diplomatically. ARTICLE IV: TERRITORIAL CLAIMS I. No signatory shall lay claim on territories another signatory has laid claim upon. II. Signatories may agree to give up a territorial claim in favor of another member having it. ARTICLE V: INFRASTRUCTURE I. All signatories agree to improve infrastructure between each realm II. This may be done in the form of establishing new roads, bridges and providing easier modes of transport between each other’s realms. III. Every infrastructure project will be discussed between signatories before execution. ARTICLE VI: DEFENSE I. All signatories will aid each other when declared war upon. II. All signatories will aid each other when their sovereignty is at risk. III. All signatories will provide such aid through soldiers, wealth, industry and resources. IIIb. The Shiredom of Dúnwen is exempt from this obligation ARTICLE VII: DURATION I. All signatories agree to uphold this pact till all find it necessary to part ways. II. This pact may only be dissolved if all signatories agree. III. If any articles are deemed broken and all diplomatic reasons to maintain the pact are abandoned, the pact will be invalidated. signed, The Silver Lubba

[!] Golden envelopes would have been sent out all over Aevos As you go to open the letter a wax seal of a hummingbird would have been used to keep it closed. Once open, a missive on ornate rice paper could be pulled out. “Greetings to our beautiful & lovely patrons of Aevos. We of the Tianrui Host Club wish to open our doors to you once again for our first event within this new land and our fourth time opening. Come, be served by our lovely hosts and hostesses. We look forward to seeing you there.” As you move to turn the paper around, you would see the time, date & place the event would occur. Wednesday, June 14th at 2pm EST. The Sovereign State of Vortice, at the Game Room If you have any questions of how to get to Vortice, please bird Kin

The elf woke up and turned to look at the calendar, it’s roughly his 100th year on this earth… “Has it really been that long?”He didn't know his real birthday other than he had one. He stretched, soon standing to his full height of 6’1. Moving outside of his cramped space he called his nest. He grabbed his bag, and headed out the door. Moving to the nearby spring he washed his face. Walking the streets of Vortice he made his way to the shop. Lighting the lanterns on the top floor near his flowers, the makeshift alchemy lab. Opening a book, at least 80 years old at this point. His eyes started to shift over the pages. He never believed in god as the man who gave him the book did… Flash powder. “No” Will’o bottle “Already have those” Tanglefoot “Just made that last dragon's day… might not be ready in time if I make another batch…” he carried on looking. Auric Oil, that was something he could work with… If only he had Liquid Essence “Damn it” he flipped the page Smoke wipers “that’s something I can use!” He said moving about running out of the shop to get the needed herbs from his hidden stash in the floorboards of his home. Grabbing what he needed… maybe having yelled around a bit at Gus to see if he could borrow some herbs, only to find what he needed after looking back at what he had again. He was off, a race against the clock. Dresses in an apron, pants, gloves and goggles. He started to make the smoke whispers. Just in time, the people of the city started to gather at the gates. He removed his apron, gloves and goggles soon to get on his armor. Placing his helm on top of his head. He always hated wearing things on his head, his face not so much. However it was either wearing a helmet or risking losing his eye a second time. Something he didn’t wish to go. He was in such a rush to get out of the shop, he had left his tanglefoot bottles and the smoke whipres. So much for that. On the bright side, he was able to pack two other bags with some rope and some rations of dried beef and bread. He saddled his horse Luther, it was time for another escort mission. The gates were opened. Soon as they got on their horses they were off to Balian! He had only been there a few times. Just a handful of times to help out the Vuiller family if they needed an escort to a meeting. He had often worn a different name, over his many years he had grown distrustful of people. The descendants as a whole, still they rode off to the city in the sands. Once in the south, the sky got dark. While his comrades of the city of Vortice were put on the wall to stop a dragon. He joined up with the people of Elvenesse. He was going to the canyons, He handed off both packs, one to a person going with them. The other pack went to a young man as they made out their game plan. No reason to hand off the bag to the young lad,just felt like it. Among the crowds of people he saw a face he recognized. Jarad Munnel, seeing the man without a mount. He was invited onto Luther’s set. Each group made their way over to their wagon. He didn’t pay too much attention to who was at first. His one goal was to keep the cart safe. He was stationed at the left flake of the wagon. Once they started to walk he went to load his crossbow. Jarad, seeing this, offered to take the reins. He allowed such, loading the crossbow. Walking along the road… an arrow head was in the dirt path.. Then another. Not even a breath later arrows rained down on them as Streaks of lightning. A violent scourge of red, black and green light intertwined in the daybreak.. “Shit! It’s an ambush!” he shouted to those around them, as if they couldn’t see with their own eyes. Skeletal archers were lying in wait. They didn’t want the cart to get to the canyon. Some of their horses had been shot down. Thankfully Jarad was able to maneuver Luther in a way to where he didn’t get hit. It also helped that they had the waggon for cover but for how much longer only time could tell. Some of the now dead horses laid onto their riders. They pushed on, the men and women off and some still on their horses started to charge at the undead. Slashing them down where they stood. Unknowing what was going on. The cart was still being pulled. Veluc, paired with Dele Seregon as a defender. Luther with his two riders kept close to the cart. “Keep with the cart!” Luther’s rider called. Auriel “Speed is essential! Quick! QUICK!” The sounds of battle rang out on the path. Adri and Fritjof moved to take down some of the archers, Dele dashed forwards to get the one laying it waiting behind a cactus! Dazen Zantiln crept closer to the tower, knocking an arrow onto his bowstring to prepare himself for a shot. Auro'ra Castington saunters off to stand a little ways behind Dazen, unpigmented mist steaming from their shoulders before coiling around her arms' helix structure - clumping into a sphere in the center of her palm. Naerys Athri'onn and the other rider leap from their horse before they too fell victim to the pitfall trap. Well played indeed. Some of the undead archers reloaded their bows as a fatal mistake was about to be made. Two undead archers were hidden behind a sand dune. Luther was hit in the chest, sending both riders tumbling forwards. Followed the sound of breaking glass. The will’o bottles that he had in his bag broke. Yet somehow didn’t activate, saved by some cosmic being once again. Perhaps they found him still entertaining? Didn’t matter, his horse and longtime companion was hit, dying. Being used for cover by Jarad as other horses and riders started to fall into spike traps “You good?” he called back, running after the cart still being pulled by the escort as he started to run after it, but didn’t hear if he got a response back. They had to keep the cart safe. Jarad exhaled once to steady his aim as a flash of light appeared at the end of his magegold rod, firing out three speedy air projectiles at the two skeletons whooshing through the air as they traveled towards the archers. Jarad turned a poor skeleton into a pincushion, the undead falling over after having been shot with the gat. This caused Auriel's swing to miss however, The momentum of the blow carried straight into the side of their horse's head, knocking the bridle out along with some teeth and causing the horse to buck their rider off, not dead, but panicked and running. . A guttural horn would sound in the distance however over the sounds of battle. Followed by a guttural draconic call echoes from the front of the city, warped by undeath. As the waggon got closer to the canyon, the figures marching from the canyon could be seen clearly even in the night now. The long dead from almaris' past wars come alive again, an elysian shield wall followed up by uruk berserkers, Alongside the elysians in the shield wall former orenian imperial soldiers and harvest confederacy ones mixed in. A last stand guarding the canyon. The cart came to a halt. “Damn it!” Veluc stopped at the sight of the defense in front of the canyon, holding onto his axe in the road. He lowered a free hand to his belt and produced a bottle of grey goop. “TO HELL WITH THEM ALL!” Dele bellowed and at once, set upon the archer, going to spear it in a furious strike aimed to destroy it! Auro'ra Castington furrows her brows whilst the aura sphere within her hold erupts into flame for the second time, she retracts her hand before pushing it forwards - the mound of flame aiming for the undead atop the tower. “ELYSIANS! THE ONES THAT I AND A MENTALLY INSANE PERSON KILLED FIVE OF WITH NOTHING BUT DAGGERS! ORENIANS WHO FELL BY THE DOZEN! ONWARDS! DON'T FEAR THE WEAK!” Kosher Daesmon raise his aurum sword, as he yelled. Jarad smiled at the work on his magic-powered air gun before putting it away and taking out his glowing spear and his medical kit, bending over the still somehow alive horse , wrapping some cloth around the arrow wound, applying frost vine. Stabilizing it for now, deciding to return later in order to treat it properly, running forward in order to catch up to the cart. “Wonder if the undead could only find almaris's worst fighters, the wall will be easy to break.” The elf climbed onto the cart taking up a post with his crossbow. Vicious explosions litter from the canyons, parts of the sludge slowly being burned away as the other descendants move to finish the job. Kosher Daesmon takes out a bottle as he stands his ground “HOLD THE LINE! DO NOT LET THEM TAKE THE CART!” He would circle his horse, attempting to rally as many as possible. “KILL THEM ALL! LEAVE NO DEAD UNQUARTERED AND SLAIN!” Dele once again bellowed, moving to keep up with Kosher, producing a particular vial from her hip. Jarad running up to the cart spear in hand shouted “Hold the line, Send the undead scum back to their graves!” “Anyone want a fireball?” The elf shouted moving to take aim at the line of undead making their way over. Auriel drew forth her dark blade, anointed in auric oil. The handle of the blade held a spike, letting her douse it in blood. It alit, shedding a chainsawing buzz of lighting and rusted gleam. Onto the back of Veluc's horse, she rode. Veluc moved the cart forward just slightly before he lowered himself from the seat. Still holding the poleaxe in one hand, in the other he shook about the bottle of tanglefoot. “Get ready, everyone!” Others soon started to join in, coming from the dirt path behind the waggon. Pillars of smoke bellow from the city behind them. cloud of smog, to all those that looked at the city… The line of soldiers from wars passed seemed steady, advancing ever onward towards the cart and defenders. Seemingly more toughened through necromantic means. It would likely take a massive force to wheel through the oncoming horde. Those who had potions out started to shake them, activate them. Kosher waved his sword “HOLD!” Jarad ran closer to the cart “Rally on the wagon, we can push through this together” he would yell to the reg-tag group of soldiers. With not much else to do, the elf that was once on top of the cart jumped down. Tapping the blue gem on his gauntlet. Those who then tossed their positions slowed down the undead. Some fell short however. “GET THAT CART IN THE CANYON, YE DUNG-BAGGING GOATHOLES!” Auriel gave excellent advice, shrieking over the buzzing whine of her sawing blade. Veluc joined them back at the cart everyone near started to push it as others just now joining the battle started to run past them… The waggon started to roll. The elf lifted up his gauntlet, the blue gem a glow. “Kin now!!” Jarad yelled “Move out of the way!” Kin, the elf shouted as a fireball the size of a beach ball shot out, lighting the cart up in a big blaze. Anyone unfortunate enough to be caught near the cart as it rolled down the hill into the canyon would suffer from 2-3 degree burns. Those who had run past the cart. Soon I started to retreat! Some dragging the still alive horse. The cart, now flaming, would quickly hurl down the hillside towards the cavern, running over undead and likely descendants alike if they were anywhere in its path. The cart would hurl down with a loud this into the heart of the hoard. As the cart smashed into the canyon however, a sizzle would be heard and a tense moment would pass without change. Until it did. The skies seem to dust the city of Balian with plumes of ash that dig within the crevices of the city. The air seems dry, an omen of something to come. Then from the sands, the horrific beast is shown to surge through the sands. The feller of Cloudbreaker, in full force those still around started to rush back to the city, be it on horseback or foot. Screams could be heard from the crowds….“ABANDON THE CITY.” and so they did. Filing out of the burning city. Off to a nearby keep where those hurt during the battle could be treated. Kin finding one of his new found friends among the hurt. After getting his friend treatment he took him back to Vortice.

[!] A missive is sent to Krugmar, Celia'nor, Elvenesse, Vortice, across Nor'asath and in addition to members of Clan R'ikarth. A mark of death has been placed upon an estimated six-foot elf in dark robes adorned with golden face tattoos. His weapon of choice is a katana. Guessed to be a vampire based on a previously claimed sighting in Nor’asath years pass. Where he attempted to feed on a child. Guessed to be a blood mage by the Ker who encountered him at the scene of the crime. Morgana R’ikarth is slain. Mutilated a horrific display. Only her head was displayed and serves as the body identifying mark. To her family and friends. We will cremate the body, and place the ashes in an urn within our temple. Members of Clan R’ikarth will be allowed to take this Urn if they so decide. To the settlements around us, we offer a reward for his death. To the Mali’ker across the lands. Keep an eye out for this Azulite. This slayer of kin. If spotted by the Maehr Clergy or citizens of Nor’asath. He will be slain. To the Uruk of Krugmar, I, Qudlia Jusmia, personally will be debted if you capture this Azulite. If you do not bring him to Nor'asath. I ask only that you sacrifice this bastard to Luara, so he may serve some use in his putrid life.

Vortice branch Upon arrival to the city, go straight forward then look to your right, it’ll be on your left under Mark Square 2 The scent of flowers would meet your noise as you enter, blooming flora's combined with the scent of fresh ink for tattoos, all leading to this one location; one where you may: You may treat yourself or a loved one to some of the many flowers we have. If we don’t have the one you're looking for, let us know and we’ll get it right away! You may order a custom bouquet, which is always a nice sight! Be sure to talk with the florist and see what can be done! You may see to it that a personalized card is done, and each petal placed with love and care! For those interested as to our supply; here are just some of our stock as of right now: The flower shop can be found on the top of the tattoo parlor Now, if flowers aren’t what you're looking for, how about a tattoo? Want to get something to remind you of a loved one? Want to get something that’s just cool? Want to get something permanent? Then, it might be what you're looking for! Big. Small. Doesn’t matter, we can try to do it all! Want it to glow? We have that covered too, with Night glow ink! An example drawing of a tattoo given to a customer: We can do the kind that will glow forever, or the kind that will only glow in the moonlight! We can also do redstone, but this is done at your own risk. Please read up on them here! For we are not liable for the outcome! We do mostly tribal tattoos, with a mix of Li-Ren and Oyashiman both. However, we are willing to work with you on the style you wish. We do both colors and gray scale tattoos, as well. Consultations are free! Small tattoos = 8 mina Medium tattoos = 12-17 Large tattoos = 25+ If you can’t pay the mina fees, you can pay in the supplies needed for your tattoo such as pigments. If you don’t want something permanent, but would still like something pretty, henna might be the thing for you! Small henna tattoos = 6 mina Medium henna tattoos = 11-16 Large henna tattoos = 20+ Same goes here, if you can’t pay, you can pay in supplies! If you wish to learn how to tattoo or about tattooing in general, please let us know and we will set up lessons. Lessons are free! If you are interested in what we have to offer, please bird Edict Kin or meet at the shop itself! While you wait please feel free to chill in the Lounge

In the dead of the night, a hooded figure snuck into numerous buildings in the Vortice capital city of Talon's Port... Nothing was taken, however some choice homes would find notes placed atop spots where the council members would have no choice but to see. Once this task was finished, the hooded figure made their way to the top of the Alley Alehouse, not bothering to lock the doors of the rooftop. The figure sat upon the wedding stage, sighing and dropping their cloak, revealing a de-crowned Vivian Maelstorm, her face reddened and puffy, running mascara covering her cheeks as she withdrew a moonsteel dagger from her waist-sheathe. “....Syl always told me that elves would last hundreds of years before devolving into madness… well, I guess that wasn’t the case with me, huh?” The short ‘aheral chuckled dryly, her free hand lofting to remove a final note from her bosom. “...Maybe one day, everybody can forgive me.” Another tear fell from her real eye as she set the note gently against the ground, away from where she had planned to die. As she did such, a tinge of hurt shot through her core. The woman had lost so many in such a short amount of time… how selfish was she, to take her life at this, when so many others had suffered so much more! She grit her teeth as she sat back down upon the stage, deliberating upon her next course of action as memories flooded into her mind. Her wedding with Joakim af Orvar… How they married under the Heart Tree. The birth of Dana and Corrin af Orvar. Her short-standing marriage to Seryne, and how horribly that turned out in the two years they spent together. Her thirty something year long marriage to Eoghan O’Cathain, the wedding they had within the settlement of Talon’s Grotto, and her children- Eliott, Lilith, and Seteth… Two of which were now dead. Her marriage to Sylvain Ainzworth Majin, and their many, many children… those of whom the pair had adopted, and those of whom the pair had produced of their own blood. She choked back a sob as she remembered the pain the pair had endured together. Her sisters, Athri, Lenora, and Sana, and the love they shared… Her brothers, Gail, Ren and James, and the laughs they had... her best friend, Eugeo, and the secrets they had kept together… her many children, two in particular stuck out in her memory- they were only thirty four, how could they live with the loss of their mother? Mystralath and Belladonna were both old enough that they would remember Vivian forever more- unlike Fable, Claude and Aer, who were still mere babes and had hardly spent any time with Vivian. The red-headed monarch sobbed again as she raised the dagger, staring up to the sky in emotional agony… before plunging the blade into her chest, taking the moonsteel directly to the heart. After a few seconds, the elfess slumped down, the colour draining from her once purple eye as tears fell, her hands dropping from the hilt of the blade and down to her lap as she fell to her side, dead. Inside the note, when she were to be found, was a single paragraph, reading as follows. “To my people, to my family, to my friends… I have loved you all so dearly, but it is my time to depart now. I bid thee farewell and I hope to meet you all again in another time. You are all so important in your own ways. As of the Deep Cold of the 35th year, I wish for Athri Onfroi Belrose-Maelstorm to carry on the Monarchy of the Unified Domain of Vortice on my behalf, and to be crowned as the Heir Monarch by the Congress. Thank you all for your time. Vivian Maelstorm”

THE STATE ARMY OF VORTICE The State Army of Vortice is now recruiting! All positions are to be paid, so long as the time actively on duty is known. There has been restructuring to the military, to give it a much more simple feel, and more of a chance to genuinely allow for citizens and recruits room for growth as they progress through the ranks. Starting from recruit, you make your way up through hours, work, and determination, hopefully attaining the rank of guardsman after a year of service to the Unified Domain. From then, after two more years of service, you could rise to the status of a sergeant, able to train recruits and help your captain out with less daunting tasks. After three years of service as a sergeant, you could then rise even further, gaining the title of captain- the highest rank that can be given to Vortice’s guardforce! And, who knows? After years of work as a guard captain, you, a member of the State Army of Vortice, could rise to the call of knighthood, joining the Order of the Hawk, on the account of valor, bravery, and courage, if the Congress of Vortice see fit, getting a chance to grow even higher in rankings. Think you could take it? Serving over eight years in the Order, you could rise up to become a Knight-Sergeant, giving orders to other knights within the order and even taking on the responsibilities of a sergeant or captain in the military in the event they may be absent from their post. Knights may take 1 squire and 2 pages under their wing, to teach them about chivalry, kindness, honor and valor. The pay of a new recruit starts at ten mina’s per year, rising by five with each promotion. If deemed worthy, pay may be raised without a promotion, then raised at a normal rate if a promotion were to be given. The only requirements to join are to be at least seventeen years of age. Race, gender, orientation, and social status are all disregarded. If you do not know how to fight, training will be given to all without discrimination. If you know how to fight? Perfect! You can help train your fellow recruits. Please send a bird to Athri Onfroi Belrose if interested, or find her within the capital of Talon's Port!

The Domain of Vortice The Sovereign State of Talon’s Port is one that has stood the test of time. Finding its beginnings as a mere settlement, Talon’s Port, formerly known at Talon’s Grotto, has seen many changes throughout its existence. As our city and people grow and expand, we deem it fit that we allow our title to match that of our national standing. Henceforth, The previously stated Sovereign State of Talon’s Port shall formally be known as The Unified Domain of Vortice. And thus, with the changing of a people led by the people, so too must the positions of office be redefined. Known forth, the following titles of commission shall hold these respective duties: [Monarch] The quintessential leader of Vortice, otherwise known as the Keeper of the Depths, is tasked with the ultimate decisions for the well-being of Vortice and her people. Thus being said, this and every other title is androgenous, and blind to race. [Commissioner of Defense] The primary leader of the Military, dictating the militant forces within Vortice and ensuring the safety of the citizenry. They have the highest advisory on combative conflict, and are the right hand of the Monarch. [Commissioner of Justice] The judge of the courts and reviewer of laws. Those within the Ministry of Justice are in charge of writing, reviewing, and applying the law within a court setting, or advising the council on law-related matters. [Commissioner of Health] The overseer of health and safety. Deemed the scholarly head of the clinic, this position is highly coveted for medical expertise and diligence in seeing to the welfare of the people. [Commissioner of Science] The primary conductor of scientific research and experimentation, the Commissioner of Science’s position varies with whatever subject may come or pass. The duties of such often come in close correlation with the Ministry of Magery. [Commissioner of Magery] Overseeing of all that is arcane, abnormal, or otherwise magical within the Domain, the Commissioner of Magery is responsible for applications and distribution of magic licenses. Working closely with the Ministry of Science, their duties oft concern that of experimentation. [Commissioner of Wealth] Holder of coin and seer of financial prosperity within the nation. The Commissioner of Wealth as well as their stewardry are responsible for distribution of pay, collection of taxes, and the purchase of housing. [Commissioner of Internal Affairs] The Commissioner of Internal Affairs is the internal eye of the Nation, taking concerns from the citizens and voicing them before the council. They are in charge of the well being of all those within Vortice, and contain the Event Committee, responsible for holding festivals and other celebrations. [Commissioner of Foreign Affairs] The Commissioner of Foreign Affairs is the public face of Vortice, working to ensure stable relations with other nations and settlements. They work closely with the Ministry of Defence as well as the Monarch to provide a suitable political climate. Signed, Vivian Maelstorm, Monarch of Vortice, Keeper of The Depths Saemos Hidone, Commissioner of Defense Paris Langren, Commissioner of Justice Sana Medii’la Commissioner of Health Lenora Jusmia, Commissioner of Science Sylvain Majin, Commissioner of Magery Turr’ileia, Commissioner of Wealth Castiel Valaker, Commissioner of Internal Affairs Athri Onfroi Belrose, Commissioner of Foreign Affairs