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“To Love and to Cherish” T H E U N I O N O F A S T E R A N D L I L A C ✧⥼─────────༻❁༺─────────⥽✧ ISSUED BY Prince John Casimir Novellen and Lady Kathryn Atalia Virosi 17th of Sigismund’s End 134 B.A. ✧⥼─────────༻❁༺─────────⥽✧ John Novellen and Kathryn Virosi in the Orange Groves of the Palatio Arancione 134 BA By the Grace of the Almighty and in the name of peace, prosperity, and enduring love, it is with great joy that John Casimir Novellen and Kathryn Atalia Virosi invite you to bear witness to their devoted union in the light of GOD. With great joy and reverence, we invite all subjects, near and far, to witness this blessed occasion and celebrate the covenant of love and duty that unites Prince John and Lady Kathryn. The mass shall be rooted in the tradition of Balian Culture, shaped by the tablets written by Saint Lothar. The Holy Ceremony shall be hosted and officiated by Cardinal Ivan Lotharia within the Cathedral of the Holy Supernals. ✧⥼─────────༻❁༺─────────⥽✧ The evening shall begin with the entry of the bride and groom. They will accompany each other down the aisle and towards the altar, hand in hand. By entering together the couple cross over the threshold of the church as equal partakers in their unfolding journey of love. The focus is on the couple coming together under GOD but not the bride or groom individually. Before the vows, the couple are offered a glass of wine. The wine is used to symbolize the blood that runs through Balianite veins but also the future that holds bitter yet sweet moments of life that the couple will share together. During the exchange of the vows, the couple shall exchange simple rings as well as their votive sashes. These sashes are adorned with depictions of momentous moments of the wearer’s life, and thus the exchange declares their souls intertwined in duty and devotion to the other. Once the vows have been spoken the couple are crowned with either wreaths The crowns are to symbolize the honored martyrs who shed their blood and gave their lives for GOD. The crown is the prize of marriage, a crown of sacrifice and self-giving. Following the Ceremony, all are invited to celebrate in the Palatio Arancione with the newlywed couple. Food and drink shall be provided. FORMAL INVITATIONS ARE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING: His Holiness, Ro’eh Tzon, High Pontiff of the Church of the Canon His Eminence, Cardinal Ivan Lotharia, Cardinal-Regent of Balian and the Citizenry of Balian His Royal Majesty, Marius III, King of Hanseti-Ruska and His Royal pedigree Her Royal Majesty, Adalia I, Queen of the Petra and Her Royal pedigree Her Royal Highness, Frederica I, Princess in Reinmar and of Sutica and Her Royal pedigree His Royal Highness, Leon II, Prince in Reinmar and of Minitz and His Royal Pedigree Her Royal Majesty, Xiomara I, Sovereign of Hyspia and Her Royal pedigree His Royal Highness, Earoslav I, Sovereign of Ravenmire, and His Royal Pedigree Her Royal Majesty, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë of Númendil and Her Royal Pedigree His Lordship, Vangelis Mareno, Regent of Grense and his esteemed pedigree President Levi Summers of the Republic of Salvo, and representatives of the Senate Her Royal Highness, Ariadne Casimira, Viscountess of Tuvia, and her noble pedigree His Grace, Marcel Vuiller, Duke of Aquiliae, and his noble pedigree Her Grace, Viktoria vas Ruthern, Duchess of Reutov, and her noble pedigree The Right Honorable, Achillius d'Arkent, Count of Salia, and his noble pedigree The Right Honorable, August Benedict Temesch, Count of San Adriano, and his noble pedigree The Most Honorable, Colette de Lyons, Regent of Enderoca, and her noble pedigree The Honourable, Paloma Galbraith, Baroness of Cascanova, and her noble pedigree His Excellency, Viktor Gotwa, Constable of the Kingdom of Balian The People of All Canonist Realms PERSONAL INVITATIONS ARE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING: His Royal Highness, Alexios Michael Novellen, Count of Caluzzo Her Royal Highness, Helena Casimira Novellen, Countess of Senna His Royal Highness, Hadrian Constantine Novellen Lady Yelena Virosi Her Royal Highness, Milena Anastasya, and her noble pedigree His Lordship, Sigmar var Ruthern His Highness, Thorin Rhostova, Prince of Ravenmire Isabel Donadado His Lordship, Samuel de Lyons Her Ladyship, Lorelei Mairi Alstion, Countess of Enswerp, and her noble pedigree His Lordship, Joseph Frederick von Preussens Constantine Haverlock and his esteemed pedigree Rylee Malgath Amaya Kortrevich Astraea Lujza Korvacz Lhoris Sebastian Eros Gisli Sifsøn Stefan Ludovar Perris Villorik Fellow Soldiers of the Regiment of Saint Lothar Signed, His Royal Highness, JOHN CASIMIR BAUDOIN NOVELLEN, Prince of Monterosa, Duke of Atrus Her Excellency, KATHRYN ATALIA VIROSI, Camareiro of the Courta Cometa, Scribe of Cardinal Ivan Lotharia, Chancellor to the Royal-Legate

The Fanned Flames To Seal Love With a Stone “She was like a shot of espresso, like being bathed in sunlight. She's incredibly energetic, enthusiastic, and has all the things which make my heart melt.” - Antonio Flavio Fuentes 548 E.S Dawn struck through the day as the ringing of bells graced their ears. The morning had finally come, for she looked forward to this day for so long. As Renata walked down the aisle she found her breath lost in her chest. Hues scanning the passing faces but finding themselves glued to the ground as they made their way over to her would be husband. As she came to a stop by his side, gloved digits would make their way to her chin and raise her gaze to meet his, thus they could share the moment. A blush crept to her cheeks as her hands shook along with the racing within her mind and heart. As the lace curtains which separated them were lifted, her heart skipped a beat and the moment she had dreamed of slowly approached. His firm hands took hers as he secured his ring of aquamarine onto her hand, Renata shakily returning the gesture to his hand with a ring adorned of orchids. “Do you, Lady Renata Juliya Ludovar, Take Sir Antonio Flavio Fuentes to be your lawfully wedded husband?” “...I do” “Do you, Sir Antonio Flavio Fuentes, take Lady Renata Juliya Ludovar to be your lawfully wedded Wife?” “I do” “Then you may now kiss your bride.” As the symphony of applause and cheers came to a crescendo, Antonio drew his now wife in close as they shared their first moment as man and wife. A kiss as gentle as the dew gathered upon the webs in their garden, but one filled with the love and care reminiscent of the time spent to grow that verdant collection. The moment was short but it had felt like a lifetime, for in those few seconds they had both envisioned their lives together. Dreams of peace, love, children, and joy blossomed in the bridge between their lips, held breathes feeding these visions as they lived and loved all for just this moment. “Long have I asked our God to guide me to his Glory, to his ivory gates, but now I know that here in this moment I have tasted heaven upon your lips. I will find no greater purpose nor glory, than to know I have honored you as my wife and fathered our children” *Her silence was deafening and her eyes were lost within his, her only response for the first few moments was to squeeze his hands three times, their gesture for ‘I love you’. After a moment she found the breath to say “And until the end when we are old and gray I will know no greater joy than to honor this family as a wife and mother.” The Fog hung thick upon the air like honey upon her lips, morning light streaking through stained glass illuminating Renata’s midnight colored locks. Her Olive green hues bore holes into his mind as Antonio was lost in the ecstasy of her presence, a drug he never knew he needed until he realized that he looked for her in every still moment. The road leading away from the chapel was long and draped in leaves in the shades of yellow, orange and red. Her Ivory white veil adorning that pavement, following her like a shadow in the night. Incense and thuribles gracing the road with sanctified smoke as God as his glory lead their way to their new life, a promise of Salvation and service to one another. *under whispered oaths and blissful breaths he would pray along that path. His lips parted to utter one final oath to whatever Gods may be listening. “Give me the strength to guide this family down the righteous path, give me the patience to listen, and give me the ability to love as she should be loved. So that I may bring honor to this name and all who will share it.” As they entered their venerable keep of Isaakev they walked up those steps in stride with the first light of the sun. A new day to grace a new union. A commitment to passion, honor, and courage. The man who once carried her banner swore on this fateful day to now hold her heart, and hold it he would. He who had known only violence and the sword now had the possession of the most fragile of charges. From warriors to friends and from friends to lovers their journey together was long and arduous. Victory and loss, success and strife, they had faced worse challenges than what the married life would bring, and nothing would ever scare him as much as the moment he had to ask for her fathers blessing. With this all in mind they would live and love, hand in hand, to enjoy the rest of their lives for however long that may be, in sickness and in health. With intertwined hands the now couple would gaze upon the stars as they spoke “I hope to love you until the day we find ourselves among those stars.” Lady Renata Juliya Ludovar, Page of Marian, Armsman of The BSK Antonio Flavio Fuentes of Isaakev

The Union of Stafyr & Augusten By House Stafyr anno 1994 IC Upon the noble lands of Feldkirch, under the enduring light of Almannirite, it is with the deepest joy that we announce the imminent union of Lord Symon, Heir to House Stafyr, and Lady Elsie of Hohengarten. Though their childhoods were spent within Petra's borders, fate kept their paths apart until adulthood, when the bond between their mothers, dear friends and confidants, brought them together. What began as friendship has flourished into a bond of love and commitment, sealed by a solemn vow of betrothal. By the grace of GOD, their union shall be sanctified in Holy Matrimony. To all kin, allies, and friends, we extend a warm invitation to witness and celebrate this sacred occasion, which will further unite the legacies of House Stafyr and House von Augusten in unbreakable kinship. The wedding ceremony, officiated by His Grace, Davide Archbishop Albarosa, will take place within the venerable halls of Rhosynsburg, seat of House Stafyr in Feldkirch. Following the sacred vows, the celebration will continue within Rhosynsburg’s great hall, where we will honor not only the union of Lady Elsie and Lord Symon but also the bright future they shall forge together. Invitations, both formal and personal, have been dispatched to those listed below, and we eagerly await the presence of all who are dear to our Houses. Formal Invitations are extended to… Her Royal Majesty, Adalia I, Queen of the Petra, and her royal pedigree. His Grace, Aurel von Theonus, Duke of Vohenheim, and his noble pedigree. The Right Honourable, Adelyn Reinhold, Countess of Anairgrid, and her noble pedigree. Her Excellency, Amélie Auclair, Baroness of Rhénanie, and her noble pedigree. The Lord, Jun of Astor, Baron of Fir’steinn, and his noble pedigree. Herr, Nicolas von Wittenbach, Burgermeister of Chambery, and his pedigree. His Excellency, Matthew Galken Symthe, Master of Blades, and his Swords. All Citizens of the Commonwealth of the Petra. Personal Invitations are extended to… Her Royal Highness, Adalfriede, Lady Vandalore, and the electors of the Waldenic Diet. Her Serene Highness, Arowyn I, Grand Duchess of Silasia, and her noble pedigree. The Most Honourable, August Temesch, Count of San Adriano, and his noble pedigree. The Most Honourable, Achillius d’Arkent, Count of Salia, and his noble pedigree. The Right Honourable, Mateusz Sarkozic, Count of Aldersberg, and his noble pedigree. The Right Honourable, Emma Kortrevich, Viscountess of Krusev, and her noble pedigree. The Right Honourable, Nerida Amador, Viscountess of Zvezlund, and her noble pedigree. The Honourable, Camilla Falkner, Baroness of Tyre, and her noble pedigree. His Lordship, Ewdyn O’Rourke, and his noble pedigree. Her Ladyship, Ravenna Barclay, and her noble pedigree. Her Excellency, Katrin Eryka Stafyr, Baroness of Feldkirch, 26th Lord & Guardian of Stafyr, Grand Treasurer of the Petra. His Lordship, Symon Morris Stafyr, Heir-Apparent of Feldkirch, Swordsman of the Swords of Saint Emma His Excellency, Friedrich Hans von Augusten, Count of Hohengarten, Lord of Rikardsburg, Patriarch of House von Augusten, Grand Chamberlain of the River Court, Elector of Hohengarten & Deacon of Casica. Her Ladyship, Elsie Katharina von Augusten.

*A sketched family portrait was attached to each invitation. * We humbly invite all recipients of this letter to the wedding of Estevot Heymor and Rosetta Caerwynt. This holy ceremony will be held in atop the Jusmia Exchange in the Unified Domain of Vortice. All invitees are encouraged to bring their families and a plus one to celebrate this union. Food and drinks will be provided. Please respect the laws of Vortice while in its borders. Do not cause conflict, respect one another, and save your disagreements until after the wedding outside the borders of Vortice. Formal Invitations are sent to the Following: Family: Seraphina Caerwynt Leofric Caerwynt The Maelstorms The Jusmias Friends: Citizens of the Unified Domain of Vortice Members of the Order of St. Jude His Holiness, Fleeperus Primus, and Members of the Holy Church of Canon Iryne Ibarellan and her family Adrian of Balian The Vourkehardts (OOC: The Wedding will be held on Saturday August 24th, at 3:00 PM EST.)

[!] The following missive from Silasia notifies the people of the coming wedding of Her Higness Aithne Whitewood and The Holy Ser Lug MacSkaul! In the coming 3 saint days, the wedding of Aithne Emiliya Whitewood and Holy Knight Lug MacSkaul will be carried out in the Church of The Grand Duchy of Silasia. The two will carry out their vows to each other under the watchful eyes of Godan, and the guests that give them their blessings. Invitations will be written and delivered to the following: FORMAL INVITATIONS To the Nobles and People of Silasia His Serene Highness, Sterling I, and his royal pedigree Her Ladyship, Camilla Falkner, Baroness of Tyre and her noble pedigree His Lordship, Stephen Starling, Baron of Ibelin and his noble pedigree All citizens of Silasia To Allies and Friends His Holiness, Deunoro I His Royal Majesty, Marius III, King of Haense and his royal pedigree His Royal Majesty, Alexander II, King of Balian and his royal pedigree His Apostolic Majesty, Charles II, King of Aaun and his royal pedigree Her Royal Majesty, Adalia I, Queen of the Petra and her royal pedigree Her Royal Highness, Ramona I, Sovereign of Hyspia and her royal pedigree Her Royal Majesty, Medea I, Queen of Vikela and her royal pedigree Silver Lubba, Gundanat’Vukh of Lurin and his esteemed pedigree His Wee-ness, Ronaldo Applefoot, Thain of Dunwen and his wee pedigree The Honourable, Henrik Amador, Viscount of Zvezlund and his noble pedigree His Lordship, Aleksze Korvacz, Baron of Katabanya and his noble pedigree PERSONAL INVITATIONS Personal Invitations to the following: Extended family of House of Kagura and Kervallen Extended family of House Amador and Augusten Any and all clergy or curia, namely: The Cardinal Ivan The Cardinal Mattia The Cardinal Callahan Any and all members of the Holy Order of Saint Jude, namely: Holy Ser Barend Holy Ser Sebastian Holy Ser William Temesch Mother Alrisha Brother Estevot Demitrey Denodado Her Highness, Aithne Emiliya Whitewood Righteous Knight of Repentance, Lug MacSkaul

VA VE OSOBAZ I KARONY To All Peoples of the Kingdoms of Hanseti and Ruska, Official invitations to and notice of marital union. Va Aryani ag Midleni, The Honourable House of Weiss is pleased to announce the marital union of Lord Siegmund Robert Weiss and Lady Verena Anastasia Ivanovich vas Korvacz to be held in the Basilica of St. Joren and the Broken Chains within Nau Vauldev upon the Tov and Yermey, Year 539 Ehr Sigmunda. In accordance with the martial traditions of House Weiss, all those explicitly invited are expected to attend bearing weapons or be dressed in armor, though both are preferred. Those bearing arms and armor are asked to stand closer to the front of the ceremony, whereas those without either are asked to stand nearest to the back. Wyzoren weo oe invelni, His Royal Majesty, King Ivan VIII, King of Haense and Ruska and his noble pedigree Her Grace, Tatiyana vas Ruthern, Duchess of Vidaus and her noble pedigree The Most Honourable Henrik-Otto Ludovar, Margrave of Kvasz and his noble pedigree The Right Honourable, Garen Baruch, Count of Ayr and his noble pedigree The Right Honourable, Osgod Colborn, Count of Malkovya and his noble pedigree Their Honourable, Henrik Amador and Emma Anastasya, Viscount of Zvezlund and their noble pedigree Their Honourable, Erik Kortrevich and Emma Kortrevich, Viscount of Krusev and their noble pedigree Her Ladyship, Rezalisa Kovachev, Baroness of Koravia and her noble pedigree Her Ladyship, Galina Godunov, Baroness of Verskya and her noble pedigree His Lordship, Alekszej Korvacz, Baron of Katabánya and his noble pedigree Her Ladyship, Maristela von Distrugere, Baroness of Distrugestadt and her noble pedigree Her Ladyship, Astoria Kasja Amador, and her noble pedigree Her Ladyship, Juliya Barclay His Highness Richard Achilles III, and his noble pedigree The Dragonslayer and Warchief, Conan-Thegn, and five companions of his Sólvikingr. Wyzoren midleni oe invelni, Firr Andrey Barrow Firress Malna Firress Mahaut Marie van Leuven, and her family Her Excellency, Deia, and her family Firress Sabine Citizens of New Valdev and their allies SIGNED, His Lordship, Siegmund Robert Weiss of Novkursain Lady Verena Anastaja Ivanovich of Korvacz

UNION OF HEARTS Wedding of Lady Amélie Auclair, and Lord Sorrel Tulpe von Theonus Painting of the Heartlandic Couple ON THE OCCASION “Address to All Invited” Whence, are two hearts joined, in earnest - whence that first spark is bid alight, on the eve of moonlit night? Or whence they stand before his sight, amidst the Heavens’ brightest light? It matters naught, in truth, you see; for amidst our heart’s every small beat; before the heavens, peers, and thee; we stand, to wed, eternally. Joined long now since, in our affections, deeper than any words could bear to speech - the day has at last chanced, whence we may avow ourselves to one another, as we had long avowed ourselves to our greater, Heartlandic, family; here besides us on this day, of dearest matrimony. THE ITINERARY “From the Fields, unto the Stream” WEDDING CEREMONY [ 7PM EST, Sunday, July 7th 2024 ] ▩ Unto sun-touched fields, amidst the boughs & home of trees, we will be joined in marriage, for all the realm to see; choosing to forfend a conventional chapel, the wedding proceedings will be carried out, unto the beautiful summer’s touch - ending with a daring leap of love, and faith, unto Lover’s Fall, a waterfall of folklore famed. AVOWAL FEAST [ 4PM EST, Friday, July 12th 2024 ] ▩ As per my paramour’s desire, he shall be taking on the Auclair name; and with it, taking on Le Devoir Sacré ( The Sacred Duty ), in a Clairian Avowal, as is tradition, and as all Auclair are charged, since eld, to keep; inviting all those, both able, and unable to attend the ceremony proper, for a post-wedding feast. THE HONOURED “Maids & Knights of Honour” OFFICIANT ▩ Archbishop, Frantzisko Cardinal Albarosa AM: As no Heartlandic matrimony is complete without a godly witness, to oversee its proceedings, and its vows; so too does our dearly beloved Archbishop, and Cardinal Franzitsko, at his insistence, and our joy, join us in our sacred union; since our first meeting, has found in the Cardinal, a fast confidant, and dearer friend, one I only hope to make proud in his fond trust & expectations in me. BRIDE’S ‘FATHER’ ▩ Ser, Atticus Abraham Reinhold AM: Whence my beloved father’s ailment, beckoned his last breaths, was the day I first set out, and stepped foot, unto Vallagne; whilst my father is no more, I had found within, a family, anew, one that would come to wrest unto my heart’s every small beat. And of all, none am I more proud, to call father, than my beloved mentor, confidant, and family, from now, to the ends, eternally. RINGBEARER ▩ Lady, Elsie von Augusten AM: There are few words that chance to speak, how proud, and beloved, my dearest ward, is, and will always be, to me. Summers have passed since she’s been in my tutelage, and seeing her such, grown, drives me to tear-laden cheeks, and bids the brightest, helpless smile, to my lips - as if unto a daughter of mine own. I would have no one else fulfill such, than she. MAID OF HONOUR ▩ Her Majesty, Queen, Adalia I AM: “Know mustn't shine alone, for we'll always shine with thee. I'll always chance be here, should you wish, to call on me.” To think I would be the one, instead, to first call on thee. But I couldn’t help my heart, now most truthfully, since I would have no other, than my would-be cousin, here with me. GROOMSMEN ▩ Captain, Felix SO: Captain Felix, it would be a great honor if you would attend my wedding upon the dais where my bride and I are to be eternally bound; you are a man that, despite my shortcomings as an aspirant, did not give up on me because I was not strong like the rest of the men, or brave like them either. You saw through your duty, alongside our Lord Marshal, of molding me into a better man - one fit to care and protect his woman, whatever those odds may be. And, so, I must show our realm how good of a man you are by displaying our friendship openly, to them all, so that the Heartlands may understand the bond between their Brothers-at-Arms. ▩ Legionary, Matthew Smythe SO: A man I have grown with, side-by-side, and have watched become a leader of the good men in the Legion; Legionary Smythe, I invite you to await my bride’s most lavish meander up the aisle beside myself and the good Lord Marshal and Captain. On this day, I become the man I have only dreamed of being, and it is with you three men as witnesses that I wish to accomplish such. BRIDESMAIDS ▩ Lady, Adelyn Isla Reinhold AM: Amidst the family, that stole my heart herein, few else would chance to call, my dearest, fondest, true sibling, than my dearest sister, in aught but kin; would chance no heart more loved to keep, whence takes these steps, here beside me, she herself too soon to be, led down the aisle, to her wifey. ▩ Lady, Yvaine von Theonus (née Sonja) AM: Since the touch of providence had first penned my arrival unto the gates of Vallagne, I had found within, past my every hope, a sibling, in aught but blood and kin. From my very first night, to now, and on, eternally, will chance to always suffer be, my sister dearest, helplessly. ▩ Miss, Lucia AM: A resplendent heart & soul, without which this union could never chance to be; amidst the season’s Ball of Duality, the young Miss Lucia’s debut, did my paramour, and love, fall down on one knee. No one is more befitting of the role, than she who made this all possible, than our dearest realm’s, mistress of the robes. ▩ Laird, Iosefka Anarórë AM: Though unable to make the wedding ceremony itself for long, due to helping host the famed Great Norlandic Winner’s festival; there is ne’er a confidant, and dearer friend, would have by my side, than the one by whose effort, the passions of my childhood, have been given new light & life. KNIGHT OF HONOUR ▩ Lord Marshal, Wilhelm SO: My Lord Marshal, there is no other man I would want, or need, to haul me down the aisle in my final hour as a bachelor. You have made me into a man that my mother is proud to know, and that my father can stand to look at. There is no other way to honor you than as such - to have you by my side at the altar as I await my stunning bride’s walk from one end of the aisle to the other, where I await her. Familial invitations, extended to: ▩ Maison d’Auclair ( House Auclair ) ▩ Haus von Theonus ( House von Theonus ) ▩ Lady, Calla von Theonus ▩ Ser, Theoderic von Theonus Our Houses, our family, our kin; whose history bespeak endless devotion, towards the protection of one’s people, and the wider realm therein; joining now, eternally, in love, in hope, matrimony. Royal invitations, extended to: ▩ Her Majesty, Queen Adalia Morgana ▩ His Highness, Prince-Consort August ▩ House of Temesch of the Petra ▩ His Majesty, King Charles II ▩ Her Majesty, Queen-Consort Hedwig ▩ House of Alstion For your realm, I hope you see, is naught that alone, but family. Beloved House invitations, extended to: ▩ Taigh Reinhold ( House Reinhold ) The Sun, and Moon, will always be, among the stars, eternally. ▩ Haus von Augusten ( House von Augusten ) Whence a bond is forged anew, naught else can, break it, in truth. Fraternal invitations, extended to: ▩ The Knightly Order of Saint Peter, and it’s every, avowed Knight ▩ The Legion of Saint Godwin, and it’s every sworn, Legionary Every single, one of thee, a sibling dear, is aught we see; For amidst the darkest night, we, as one, stand as it’s light. Personal invitations, extended to: ▩ Mister, Theodore Elwood Whence we chance the time we seek, a joy it always chances be. ▩ Lady, Iduna Thriceblood Though we’ve so little, time to we, will always mean, the world to me. ————————————————————————— ▩ Her Highness, Princess Erantiel, and the House of Arthalionath As we pen unto our plans, to celebrate, our kindred lands; Would love nothing more to see, than joining us in revelry. ————————————————————————— ▩ Bishop, Jean Cardinal Saint-Godwin, and his kin Though our hearts may beat adrift, your company’s always a gift. ▩ Bishop, Rhosyn Cardinal Casica, Though your duties, may steal thee, will always chance, be dear to me. ————————————————————————— ▩ Bourgmestre, Nicolas Wittenbach, Whence theatre is born anew, I hope we’ll share, a cup or two. ▩ Monsieur, François de la Tour Amidst the plays, that we chance write, we’ll pen a future, that more bright. Peer invitations, extended to: ▩ Maison de Roseous ( House of Rosius ) ▩ Maison de Halcourt ( House of Halcourt ) ▩ Haus von Alstreim ( House von Alstreim ) ▩ Haus von Reuss ( House von Reuss ) ▩ Dom Jazłowiecki ( House Jazłowiecki ) ▩ Casa di Varoche ( House of Varoche ) ▩ Hus Stafyr ( House Stafyr ) ▩ House of Astor Distant kin, though we may be, we’ll always chance, be family. Special invitations, extended to: ▩ His Holiness, Caius I, High Pontiff of the Church of the Canon Summers passed, since that one day, whence in your trust, I was ordained, Amidst the letters we did share, a heart I found, so dear, and fair. ▩ Bel Aurum, Elusive Author of the Gilded Quill Here with us, since our first dance, we could ne’er miss this chance. Could ne’er not, invite of thee, to join with us, in revelry. BEYOND THE DARKEST NIGHT - UNTO THE BRIGHTEST LIGHT, HER LADYSHIP, Amélie Auclair, Dame-Maire of Vallagne, Crown Ambassador of the Heartlands, Écuyer of the Flaming Rose, Ordained Vicar of the Silver Crusade, Holy Knight of the Faith, Maîtresse of Maison d’Auclair EVER UNWAVERING UNDER THE SUN, HIS LORDSHIP, Sorrel Tulpe von Theonus, Man-at-Arms of the Legion of Saint Godwin

Published; Upon the12th of the Grand Harvest of the year 187, amidst the Second Age _____ In the days to come, a joyous occasion shall commence in the Northern region, within the Kingdom of Ravenmire. A formal union, a royal wedding of His Highness, Crown Prince, Allerick Fyodor Rostova, and former Viscountess Cosima Victoria Tesmech et Martiel of Balian shall be held in the wake of God in union within Ravenmiran church Born children of war and conflict, these two individuals began their tale within the city of Vallagne, formerly known as Petra. A chance meeting within the streets, a gathered group seeking any chance of socialization and friendship amidst the chaos which had become routine. Through the years, the two shared their ons and offs with communication as their lives forged their own paths, but ultimately intertwined some decades later. This union is forged on perseverance and a strong will, and the couple hope that friends and family will offer their prayers for such to continue as they traverse this path together. _____ Formal Invitations are Sent to the Following: His Royal Majesty, Bo Rostova I, King of Ravenmire, and his royal pedigree, His Royal Majesty, Alexander II, King of Balian and his royal pedigree, His Apostolic Majesty, Charles II, King of Aaun, and his royal pedigree, Her Royal Majesty, Adelia I, Queen of the Petra, and her royal pedigree, Her Royal Majesty, Ramona de Pelear, Soberana of Hyspia, and her royal pedigree, The Most Honorable August Benedict Temesch et Martiel and his noble pedigree, His Grace, Henry Arthur Haverlock, Duke of Blackworth and his noble pedigree, The Most Honorable Margrave of the Rhosmark, and the people of Rhosmark. Personal Invitations are Sent to the Following: Her Royal Highness, Santana Leya de Pelear, Crown-Princess of Hyspia and her family, Her Royal Highness, Renata Alba, Princes-Royal of Hyspia and her family, Lady Esfir Artemesia Amador, Lord Sigmar Var Ruthern, Mister Avindor Divadri, Váli Freysson Ruric, and family, Rostova Lineage Penned and Signed; His Highness, Crown Prince of Ravenmire, His Holy Lordship, Allerick Fyodor Rostova, Lady, Cosima Victoria Temesch et Martiel,

Devoir Sacré Coat of Arms, of Auclair Family THE UNION OF VALERIE AUCLAIR AND JOA VON LEOPOLD In the next year, the two Will be before God, for their union. The wedding will be held in Chambery, where the two separate from each other, but reunite after many years and fall in love with each other. The wedding will be a closed one, only for the family and the guest: Augusten Household Von Leopold Household Nicolas Wittenbach William Godfrey Temesch & His wife Chambéry Citizen Her Royal Highness of Petra Sir Wilford Anton Reinhold Sir Atticus Abraham Reinhold Lady Adelyn Isla Reinhold BEYOND THE DARKEST NIGHT - UNTO THE BRIGHTEST LIGHT, Madam, Valerie Auclair & Joa Dietrich von Leopold

BOUND BY VOWS It is with immense joy that we share the news of the upcoming union between Jan Aleksander, the esteemed heir to the County of Warsovia, and Catherine de Lewes. Their deeply profound courtship, which has gracefully unfolded over nearly three years, has culminated in the decision to intertwine their lives in the sacred bonds of matrimony. The County of Warsovia is honoured to stand witness to this holy matrimony and hopes that Canonists and allies will join in celebrating the couple’s commitment. THE NUPTIALS The happy couple will exchange vows in the Chapel of Our Lady of Paradisius, with the esteemed Bishop St. Godwin presiding over the ceremony. THE CELEBRATIONS Following the nuptials, attendees of the wedding are all invited to the Seat of House Jazlowiecki, Nowa Warsovia, where they can enjoy each other's company, feast, and celebrate the joyous occasion. FORMAL INVITATIONS EXTEND TO: The Royal House of Alstion The Royal House of Temesch of the Petra The Comital House of Jazlowiecki The House of Ashford de Lewes NOBILITY OF THE PROVINCE OF AAUN Johannes von Alstreim, Prince of Merryweather, and his noble pedigree Siegmund von Reuss, Margrave of Velen, and his noble pedigree Emilio Varoche, Count of Ves, and his noble pedigree Olympe-Regina, Baroness of Rosius, and her noble pedigree Citizens of Whitespire NOBILITY OF THE PROVINCE OF PETRA Aurel von Theonus, Duke of Vohenhiem, and his noble pedigree Wilford and Atticus Reinhold, Counts of Anairgrid, and their noble pedigree Friedrich von Augusten, Count of Hohengarten, and his noble pedigree Aimo Astor, Baron of Fir’steinn, and his noble pedigree Katrin Stafyr, Baroness of Feldkirch, and her noble pedigree Citizens of Vallagne PERSONAL INVITATIONS The Legion of Saint Godwin BOON AND BANE. Jean Renault de Lewes Isabeau-Karine de Rosius George Halcourt Jean Bishop St. Godwin Frantzisko Cardinal Albarosa Boleslaw Jaramy SIGNED, His Lordship, Jan Aleksander Jazlowiecki, Baron of Krakovia Miss Catherine de Lewes

7th of Javier’s Justice, 104 D.R An artist's depiction of an artisanal Hyspian bouquet. With a fruitful engagement after Hyspias El Puente, it brings the royal household of de Pelear and the Baronial household of Salazar much joy to announce the matrilineal union of Her Royal Highness, Renata Alba Francisca Estefania Palmira de Pelear, Princess-Royal of Hyspia and Lord Carlos Lorenzo Juan Salazar. Through varying trials, they grew fond of each other and now wish to invite family and friends alike as they bind together in matrimony. THE WEDDING The wedding will take place in the Church of Blessed Francisco within Hyspia - where it will be encouraged to bring donations for the church in lieu of gifts for the bride and groom. [Friday, May 31st, 4pm EST] THE LOUNGE In celebration after the wedding, the wedding party will gather within the recently renovated palace lounge, where they may enjoy music, food and games. l FORMAL INVITATIONS Su Alteza Real, Ramona I, Sovereign of Hyspia and her household La Honorable, Maria Denodado, Vizcondesa de Bandera and her household Su Senória, Fleur Halcourt, Baronesa de Campagnon and her household Su Senór, Joaquin and Gabriela Salazar, Baron de Campos Salvajes and his household The brides household The grooms household The citizenry of Hyspia PERSONAL INVITATIONS Su Alteza Real, Santana Leya, Crown Princess of Hyspia Su Alteza, Inigo Andres, Prince of Hyspia Su Alteza, Solana Aracely, Princesa of Hyspia Su Alteza Real, Ariadne Casimira, Princess of Balian Su Alteza Real, Ophelia Johanna, Princess of Balian Su Alteza Real, Mona, Princess of Dunfarthing Su Alteza, Rafael Arsenico, Infante of Hyspia La Honorable, Cosima Temesch, Viscountess of San Adriano Su Senória, Fleur Halcourt, Baronesa de Campagnon Su Senór, Conan, Thegn of the Norn Senórita Esfir Amador, heiress to the Viscounty of Zvezlund Senór Demitrey Denodado Senór Pedro Salazar Senórita Ornella Roa Senórita Amelia Miramari Senórita Adelina van Leuven Senórita Liesbeth Kort Senór Aleksey Campos Signed, Her Royal Highness, Renata Alba, Princess-Royal of Hyspia, Duchess of La Dorada, Baroness of Clemente, Gran Chamberlan of the Courts His Lordship, Carlos Salazar, Canciller de la Patria

Pomegranate Gloves A decomposing of skulls by flowers Once met under a withering tree on the road to Haense to nearly newly-weds under a dying sun: a noble's boutonnière that is made of the blood of withering lilacs and blood of leeches and a twisted pin torn from a patched garment. A pair of white gloves started a bond, an unvoiced disclosure written in myth. A marriage of flower and bone between Khel’wyn Adiler and Olias Rement. One from the duchy of Maehr'nor and the other of simple wanderer origins. PERSONAL INVITATIONS Xavier Ad iler and his Talonnii FORMAL INVITATIONS SOVRÈN MAJESTÉ, Reine Medea Amaranta Viola De Astrea, The Queen of Vikela, La Violetta, and her Talonnii

THE UNION OF JOAQUIN AND GABRIELA On the 14th day of Francisco’s Resolve of 102 D.R. A depiction of the traditional Hyspian courtship of Joaquin Salazar and Gabriela Cabrera. With the first of many weddings to sprout from the festivities of El Puente, it brings us great joy to announce the union of Joaquin Andrea Emiliano Salazar and Gabriela Alondra Maya Cabrera. The duo grew fond of each other over the years, working hand in hand during meetings - Joaquin the guard, always protecting and Gabriela the maid, always serving. They have every intention to build a home and life together, and invite family and friends to witness such an event. THE WEDDING The wedding will take place in the Church of Blessed Francisco within Hyspia - where it will be encouraged to bring donations for the church in lieu of gifts for the bride and groom. [Sunday, May 19th, 5pm EST] l FORMAL INVITATIONS Su Alteza Real, Ramona I, Sovereign of Hyspia and her household La Honorable, Maria Denodado, Vizcondesa de Bandera and her household Su Senória, Fleur Halcourt, Baroness de Compagnon and her household The brides household The grooms household The citizenry of Hyspia PERSONAL INVITATIONS Su Alteza Real, Santana Leya, Crown Princess of Hyspia Su Alteza, Solana Aracely, Princess of Hyspia Su Senória, Fleur Halcourt, Baroness de Compagnon Senór Demitrey Denodado Senór William Temesch Senórita Angelina Leon Senór Fynn Senór Nicolas Murietta Senór Carlos Salazar Senór Pedro Salazar Senór Mateo Acosta Senórita Catalina Ayala SIGNED, SENÓR, Joaquin Salazar SENÓRITA, Gabriela Cabrera

Issued by the COMITAL HOUSE COLBORN On the 9th day of Tov ag Yermey 527 E.S. It is with great joy that we announce the union between Ser Caspian Layland and Lady Frida Colborn, who, after a long courtship, have finally decided to lay down their roots and cement their vows before the watchful gaze of the creator. We of HOUSE COLBORN find not only marriage to be an act most sacred, but the family resulting thereof is to us, one of the greatest miracles of man. Our hopes are for the future of the two to be bright, filled with laughter and joy, and likewise for hardships that they can both overcome and do so together. To this extent, we forward invitations and our plans so that all that might, those invited, and the good men and women of the canon, can lay witness. T H E P R O C E E D I N G S The Wedding We will gather in the city square of New Valdev, from which we will travel to the County of Malkovya and utilize the stave church of the White Flame. There, the union will occur through the Jorenic Rite. The bride and groom will be wed before their peers by either the Pontiff or Patriarch Jorenus. The Wedi Bridlop When the wedding ceremony is completed, and the two wed, all invited are asked to join in on the elder scyfling tradition of Wedi Bridlop. Where all those present are to race to the capital city of New Valdev, where all are to dine, in its grand feast hall. The bride and groom are traditionally afforded a horse, while all else are to run or walk, and the last man or woman to make it to the feast hall is to pour drinks to the guests there. Formal invitations are extended to the following esteemed individuals and groups for a grand celebration: The People of Haense, as well as the brave soldiers of the BSK, are cordially invited and their presence is highly anticipated. THE ROYAL FAMILY OF HAENSE HOUSE BARBANOV and all of their blood or married therein. His Royal Majesty, Ivan VIII, Koeng of Hanseti-Ruska @indiana105 Her Royal Majesty, Nataliya of Ghaestenwald, Koenas of Hanseti-Ruska @kaylacita His Serene Highness, Marius Nikolas, Grand Prinzen of Kusoraev @Dogged His Royal Highness, Josef Stanimar, Duke of Galahar @ferdaboy Her Royal Highness, Anastasya Milena, Duchess of Rothswald @CyyanTea THE AULIC COUNCIL His Excellency, Ivo Radovanic, Lord Palatine @Demavend His Excellency, Viscount Henrik III Amador, Lord Speaker @critter His Excellency, Ser Rickard Ruthern, Lord Marshal @GMRO His Excellency, Count Mikhail Colborn, Lord Treasurer @Kaladin Stormblessed Her Excellency, Lady Marjoreya of Vidaus, Grand Lady @ncarr NOBLE PEERS OF HAENSE HOUSE BARUCH headed by Duke of Valwyck, Garen Baruch @ferdaboy HOUSE RUTHERN headed by Duchess of Vidaus, Tatiyana vas Ruthern @Mady HOUSE LUDOVAR headed by Margrave of Kvasz, Henrik-Otto Ludovar @HogoBojo HOUSE COLBORN headed by Count of Malkovya, Mikhail Colborn @Kaladin Stormblessed HOUSE WEISS headed by Viscountess of Novkursain, Ofeliya Weiss @tadabug2000 HOUSE AMADOR headed by Viscount of Zvezlund, Henrik III Amador @critter HOUSE KORTREVICH headed by Baroness of Koravia, Irena Kortrevich @crazedpudding HOUSE GODUNOV headed by Baroness of Verskaya, Galina Godunov @esotericas HOUSE VALKONEN headed by Baroness of Svargrad, Rosalind Valkonen @CyyanTea HOUSE KOVACHEV headed by Baron of Kovgrad, Fyodor Kovachev @Radzig THE CHURCH OF THE CANON His Holiness, Pontiff Caius I @MadOne His Eminence, Patriarch Villorik @Xarkly His Grace, Bishop Rhys @ReveredOwl THE HOLY ORDER OF ST. JUDE and all its members. All clergy and working men and women of the church. THE PRINCIPALITY OF REINMAR HOUSE BARCLAY and the good people of Reinmar, fellow heirs to the ancient highlands. His Royal Highness, Alfred I, Prince of Sutica @Gandhi His Royal Highness, Leon II, Prince of Minitz @BuilderBagel Her Royal Highness, Adalfriede of Hexenwald, Princess-Consort of Minitz @Toffee Lady Frederica von Reinmar, Baroness of Sigradz @crazedpudding Lord Brandt von Minitz @Shadow2k Lady Juliya von Reinmar @annabanana1014 THE EXILIC KINGDOM OF NÚMENDIL Her Royal Majesty, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë, Queen of the Adunians @AstriaS We extend further an invitation to her noble vassals and people of her Kingdom. THE HEARTLAND CONFEDERACY His Royal Majesty, John I of Aaun @Ramon We extend further an invitation to his noble vassals and people of his Kingdom. Her Royal Majesty, Catherine of Petra @Zaerie We extend further an invitation to her noble vassals and people of her Kingdom. His Excellency, Mikhail Ulric Aleksey Colborn, Count of Malkovya, Viscount of Venzia, Baron of Bethlenen, Lord of Vorenburg, Lord of Vitraval, Protector of Scyflings, Royal Treasurer of Hanseti-Ruska, Owner of The Scyfling World. His Lordship, Erik Edvard Colborn, Grand Elder, Holder of Lysnir the Shadowbane.

It is with the greatest pleasure that the Lord of Alba announces his impending marriage to Her Excellency, the Lady Chamberlain Hedwig of Warsovia. After companionship in their childhood and a blossoming courtship after, their betrothal was announced at the inauguration of Prince Charles Reman in the year 1973. Upon this momentous occasion for those in the Heartlander Confederation do they, the future King and Queen-consort of Aaun, wish to proclaim their marriage in front of family, friends and allies under the watchful eye of God. ITINERARY THE GREAT STAG-DO [3PM EST, May 3rd 2024] To mark the momentous occasion, Prince Charles Reman invites the lords and ladies of the realm to join him on a hunt a month prior to the ceremony. In an attempt to garner good luck, the cohort must find and kill a stag successfully. The spoils shall be split amongst attendees. THE ROYAL WEDDING [4PM EST, May 4th 2024] In holy matrimony shall the couple be wed in the Chapel of Our Lady of Paradisius. Opting for a more intimate setting, the pews shall be removed for standing space. FEAST OF MATRIMONY [5PM EST, May 4th 2024] Following the wedding ceremony, guests will find themselves directed to the Hand of Horen for a banquet. Here, local delicacies and beverages will be provided as conversation will. Across the Silver Sea there will be a display of lanterns set off upon the horizon. If one wishes to petition the Lord and Lady of Alba, the feast is a great opportunity to do so. Formal invitations are offered to the following: The Royal House of Alstion The Royal House of Temesch of the Petra The Comital House of Jazlowiecki NOBILITY OF THE PROVINCE OF AAUN Prince Johannes von Alstreim and the Principality of Merryweather Margrave Siegmund von Reuss and Margraviate of Velen Margravine Olympe-Regine and the Margraviate of Haute-Epine Count Leon de Ardennes and the County of Talentine Baron Henri de Lewes and the Barony of Virdain Baron Emilio Varoche and the Barony of Napoliza The Royal City of Whitespire The Hamlet of Enswerp NOBILITY OF THE PROVINCE OF PETRA Margrave Aurel von Theonus and the Margraviate of Marignan Viscounts Wilford and Atticus Reinhold and the Viscounty of Stormont Viscount Freidrich von Augusten and the Viscounty of Azor Baron Aimo Astor and the Barony of Fir’steinn Baroness Katrin Stafyr and the Barony of Feldkirch The Free City of Chambery The Royal City of Vallagne ALLIES OF THE HEARTLANDS The Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska The Kingdom of Balian The Principality of Reinmar PERSONAL INVITATIONS HSH, Marius Nikolas Barbanov-Bihar, Grand Prince of Kusoraev HRH, Alexandros Casimir Novellen, Prince of Monterosa HRH, Rowena Ivanna Temesch of the Petra, Countess of Clermont His Grace, Jean Bishop St. Godwin His Lordship, Olivier Ashford de Savoie His Lordship, George Halcourt Her Ladyship, Catherine de Lewes Master Traders, Boon and Bane Lord Vincente von Distrugere, Iron Baron of Distrugestadt and Lady Maristela von Distrugere Captain Tiber of the Legion of Saint Godwin Mister Heinrich von Kretzen TANDEM TRIUMPHANS, His Royal Highness, CHARLES REMAN, Crown Prince of Aaun & the Lord of Alba Her Excellency, HEDWIG OF WARSOVIA, Lady Chamberlain of the Paradisian Court

The Union Flame & Frost We are delighted to invite you to celebrate the union of Andria Aldin and Nepir Rosalis in matrimony. The joyous occasion will be held at Vikela’s Palace halls, where we will exchange vows and begin our journey together as partners in life. Your presence on this special day will mean the world to us. Please join us for the ceremony and stay for the reception filled with laughter, love, and cherished memories. List of Invitations: The remainder of the Aldin Family, With the exception of 11. @JuliusAakerlund @Seuss The remainder of The Rosalis Family. Any Student of The Wolfguard tree, are welcome to attend & a plus one. Sovrèn Majesté, Reine Medea Amaranta Viola De Astrea & and The De Viola Family @JTMedea Son Altesse Éminente, Consort Walter Blanc de Vikela & The Blanc family @6Dark ARISTOCRACY OF VIKELA Ses Gras, Arch Dyòk Cyprien De Astrea & His pedigree @HogoBojo Ses Gras, Dyòk Walter Blanc & His pedigree @6Dark Ses Gras, Dyòk Xavier adlier & His pedigree @MockingbirdArt Ses Mecyril , Viskont Gregious Roa and his Pedigree @Me_llamo... Ses Mecyril , Cyril Ahmanu Chaephyra and their House. The Vel’yul Clan and their Pedigree @Kumoko600 Tèt Magistrate Ofisyèl Anastatsya Þér Heskynne & Their pedigree @Periphonics Tet Chevalye premye Mayan Avern & her pedigree @Therainbowroyal Tèt Steward Ofisyèl Illyana @Kayleigh_P Vikela citizens and The Chimera Military are all welcome to come! Special invitations Mika Uialben @mika1278 Emperor King Cyris Collingwood I II & His Pedigree @Hearth Theveus Sythaerin Sohaer of Haelun’or & His Pedigree @MailC3p The free City of Hohkmat and all who wish to come @Minuvas Lumia The Silver Lubba & Lurin @Snow1770

Issued by Isolde Sturmweber and Adelmar von Kanunsberg In the year of our Lord 1971 A portrait of Adelmar and Isolde enjoying a horse ride near in Ferdenwald. In the year of our Lord 1967, Adelmar von Kanunsberg and Isolde Sturmweber begun the period of their betrothal. Now, after four long years the pair have decided to wed. Their holy matrimony will take place this year in the Temple of Waldenic Martyrs in Kretzen, with God, family and friends as their witness. Invites are delivered to the following: His Royal Highness, Leon II, Prince of Minitz and Reinmar His Royal Highness, Alfred, Prince of Sutica and Reinmar Her Royal Highness, Adalfriede, Princess of Minitz and Reinmar The Honourable Frederica Barclay, Baroness of Sigradz Her Ladyship, Ravenna Barclay of Reinmar His Excellency, Roland von Wesenburg, Baron of Wesenburg and his kin. His Excellency, Gregor von Langenkirch, Baron of Langenkirch His Excellency, Wilhelm von Berkhoven His Grace, Gottfried von Kanunsberg, the Duke of Kanunsberg and Baron of Fernweh and his kin The Honorable, Sir Varik von Wesenburg Lady Viktoriya Leiselotte Weiss Hirdman Mariola Sturmweber All Burghers and Tribesmen of Reinmar SIGNED, Isolde Sturmweber Adelmar von Kanunsberg

A UNION LONG OVERDUE Dearest friends, family, and citizens of the Commonwealth, His Highness the Archduke of Vallagne, Marcus Antonius, and Her Ladyship, Emeline Josephine, cordially invite you to their devoted union in matrimony. The wedding shall be held within the Chapel of Saint Edmund, to which all peoples of the realm are welcome. Afterwards, a public reception will take place within the city square and tavern. [7PM EST, SATURDAY THE 2ND] Special invites are delivered to the following: Her Majesty, Catherine Arabella, Queen of Petra, and her esteemed pedigree Her Majesty, Renilde Helena, Queen-Emeritus of Petra, and her esteemed pedigree His Royal Highness, Paul Alexander, Duke of Valfeur, and his esteemed pedigree And the people of the Commonwealth His Princely Grace, Alfred Konstanz Barclay, Prince of Sutica, and his esteemed pedigree His Serene Highness, Leon Anton Barclay, Grand Prince of Minitz, and his esteemed pedigree House Barclay And the people of Reinmar and Minitz HIS SERENE HIGHNESS, Marcus Antonius of the Petra Archduke of Vallagne, Count of Cantal, Master of the Hunt of the River Court of the Commonwealth HER LADYSHIP, Emeline Josephine Barclay

[!] A depiction of the palms found near the Al-Mona Campsite As the radiant summer sun rose upon the Al-Mona Campsite, preparations for a wedding were being made. The marriage of the Sheikh, Abdur bin Rasheed Al-Mona, and his fiance, Nayla bint Maahir Al-Majid, is fast approaching with much excitement. All are invited to celebrate the union of Abdur and Nayla, though special invitations are distributed to the following: His Highness, Cesar II, Viceroy of Hyspia, his esteemed pedigree, and all citizens of Hyspia Grommash, Rex of the Iron Horde, and all citizens of the Iron Horde Mahpiya Farisbarii, and all members of the Kwee’Hayastaani Ser Berior of Formindon Dame Marisol Solis and her Fiance Lady Sabine von Theonus The ceremony will take place in the evening of The Sun’s Smile of the year SA 169. A traditional Badawi reception will take place after the ceremony, including a feast, presentation of gifts, and continued celebration. There are even rumors circulating that the bride-to-be will entertain the guests with her musical prowess.

THE PRINCELY UNION between Grand Prince Leon Anton Barclay and Adalfriede Wulfhild Rademacher von Hexenwald An portrait of Leon II and Lady Adalfriede Hear ye, O kin and loyal subjects of Minitz and Reinmar, these words that flow forth from Kanunsberg; Let it be known that Grand Prince Leon and Lady Adalfriede have wed in a private ceremony overseen by Brandt Cardinal Albarosa, the grandfather of His Serene Highness. The nuptials were witnessed by close family within the Holy Church of the Auspice in Kanunsberg, Minitz. The pair began courting shortly after Lady Adalfriede arrived in Minitz and their admiration for one another has only grown. Lady Adalfriede is in the process of completing her Trials of the Stallion and will soon be blooded as a tribeswoman of Reinmar. In celebration of their union, guests are invited to a feast in the hall of Kanunsberg Castle. THE ROYALTY AND NOBILITY OF AAUN. His Royal Majesty, John Alexander, King of Aaun and his royal pedigree. His Highness, Johannes von Alstreim, Prince of Merryweather and his esteemed pedigree. His Lordship, Siegmund von Reuss, Margrave of Velen and his esteemed pedigree. Her Ladyship, Olympe-Regina Dieuxmont de Rosius, Marchioness of Haute-Epine and her esteemed pedigree. His Lordship, Waclaw Jazlowiecki, Count of Warsovia and his esteemed pedigree. His Lordship, Robert Haverlock, Count of Talentine and his esteemed pedigree. His Lordship, Henri de Lewes, Baron of Virdain and his esteemed pedigree. His Lordship, Emilio Varoche, Baron of Napoliza and his esteemed pedigree. His Lordship, Grzmichuj Jazlowiecki, Baron of Triglav and his esteemed pedigree. THE PEOPLE OF MINITZ AND REINMAR. Her Serene Highness, Helena of Formindon, Grand Princess-Mother of Minitz. His Princely Grace, Alfred Barclay, Prince of Sutica and Duke of Reinmar. His Grace, Gottfried Barclay, Duke of Kanunsberg and his esteemed pedigree. His Lordship, Robert von Stroheim, Baron of Langenkirch and his esteemed pedigree. Her Ladyship, Frederica Barclay, Baroness of Sigradz. Her Ladyship, Alice Barclay, Baroness of Brandthof, and her esteemed pedigree. THE WALDENIC DIET. PERSONAL INVITATIONS. Her Majesty, Tar-Caraneth Aryantë, Queen of Numendil. Ser Wulfram Rademacher von Hexenwald. Lady Olenna Rademacher. Ser Malcolm MacKenna. Ser Hodrick Morne. Ser Galadain.

THE BARONIAL WEDDING A UNION BETWEEN BARON ANATOLIY GODUNOV AND LADY POPPIYA AMADOR ISSUED ON THE 10th of Snow’s Maiden, 509 E.S. VA BIRODEO HERZENAV AG EDLERVIK, It brings great joy and satisfaction for House Godunov - The Grand Barony of Verskaya, to formally announce the wedding between Baron Anatoliy I. Godunov and Lady Poppiya Sosina Amador. Possessing a love that had formed from early childhood, it was only in their early 20s that the two were finally granted the opportunity to share and indulge in their buried feelings. After spending a few blessed years of courtship, their love blossoming the more time they spent by each other’s side, the Baron proposed to his beloved in the frozen streets of Haense, mere moments after the end of the Tumves Festival. Formal invitations are extended to the following: The Baronial House of Godunov His Royal Majesty, Aleksandr II, King of Hanseti-Ruska and his Royal Pedigree Her Grace, Roslin Baruch, Duchess of Valwyck and her noble pedigree His Grace, Manfred Barclay, Duke of Reinmar and his noble pedigree His Grace, Viktor var Ruthern, Duke of Vidaus and his noble pedigree The Right Honourable, Otto Ludovar, Count of Otistadt and his noble pedigree The Right Honourable, Cassian Colborn, Count of Malkovya and his noble pedigree The Honourable, Walter Weiss, Viscount of Novkursain and his noble pedigree His Lordship, Henrik Amador, Baron of Mondstadt and his noble pedigree Her Ladyship, Katrin Stafyr, Baroness of Thurant and her noble pedigree Her Ladyship, Irena Kortrevich, Baroness of Koravia and her noble pedigree Personal invitations, in no particular order, are extended to the following: Her Serene Highness, Yera Silveira, Overlord of Kaethul, Lady-Magister of Hohkmat and her Royal Pedigree Her Royal Highness, Sibyl Gwyneth, Princess of Monterosa, Duchess of Atrus and her Royal Pedigree Lady Marilyn Moere De Resmore of the Viscounty of Meis, and her family Firress Ar-Malna, Steward of Kaethul, and her family Lady Mariola Sturmweber and her family Lady Viktoria vas Ruthern, Heir to Marsana, and her family Dame Gwenyth Callista Vilac Vuiller, Countess-Consort of Aquilae and her noble pedigree Lady Watanabei Mei and her Family Firress Zielle Va’eylul (Cookie Mamej) and her Family Firr Marjoram and Company Firress Naya and Company OOC INFO: Date: 23d of December - 5pm est - Haense Basilica (Church)

THE WEDDING OF VALERIAN GODUNOV AND EADWYNN DEY MEDFORD ISSUED ON THE 13th of Msitza ag Dargund, 506 E.S It is with great pleasure that the Barony of Verskaya announces the wedding of one Lord Valerian Vesper Sviatovich Godunov and Lady Eadwynn Dey Medford. Beginning with a spark wrought in childhood, the pair reunited by chance many years later, from which a lengthy courtship soon ensued. It was one peaceful eve when Lord Godunov proposed, to the witness of friends and family, a promise to keep the fair Lady Medford warm through Valdev’s eternal frost. In hope of providing a joyous reprieve from the stresses of war and winter, the celebration of this holy matrimony will take place in the Everardian Basilica of Valdev in the Kingdom of Haenseti-Ruska. Following the ceremony, the newlyweds invite guests to continue their jubilation within the city’s tavern. Formal invitations, in no particular order, are extended to the following: The Baronial House of Godunov Her Grace, Roslin Baruch, Duchess of Valwyck and her noble pedigree His Grace, Manfred Barclay, Duke of Reinmar and his noble pedigree His Grace, Viktor var Ruthern, Duke of Vidaus and his noble pedigree The Right Honourable, Otto Ludovar, Count of Otistadt and his noble pedigree The Right Honourable, Cassian Colborn, Count of Malkovya and his noble pedigree The Honourable, Walter Weiss, Viscount of Novkursain and his noble pedigree His Lordship, Henrik Amador, Baron of Mondstadt and his noble pedigree Her Ladyship, Katrin Stafyr, Baroness of Thurant and her noble pedigree Her Ladyship, Irena Kortrevich, Baroness of Koravia and her noble pedigree Personal invitations, in no particular order, are extended to the following: Her Ladyship, Laurissa Thriceblood-Kort, Lady-Magister of the District of Sorcerous Power and her noble pedigree Valindra, and company Seraphina, and company Ylva, and company

A Union of House Seregon and elSullas Talonnii As written upon on this 6th of Malin’s Welcome, 139 S.A. From The Exilic Kingdom of Númendil and the Lordship of Caladras "Diligence in the face of ignorance.” "Fair shall the end be, though long and hard shall be the road.” To the Esteemed Members of the Sullas Talonnii and those of House Seregon, as well as Friends of either Family, Laurir Aiera Sullas @Stump Malaurir Ikur Sullas @- Pastry Elarhil Sullas @riorr Caelius Sullas @ErikAzog Celadon Sullas @Commander_Jester Andwen Sullas @Amelica Rhaelanthur Seregon @Cypher_nicus Daerine Meracahe’onn @Vic Valmir Arvellon @Drusus With hearts brimming with joy and excitement, we, Lord Saoren and Lady Dele of House Seregon, cordially extend our honored invitation to you on behalf of our cherished grandson, Amaethii, and his beloved Aelwyn Sullas, as they unite in the eternal bond of matrimony. This momentous occasion of love and unity shall take place at the enchanting Lordship of Caladras, nestled upon the northern end of the Kingswood. As the ancient trees bear witness, let the soft whispers of the breeze carry the tidings of this joyous union to your ears. In the spirit of both elven traditions and those influenced by the Daelish, the ceremony shall be a wondrous celebration, steeped in grace and elegance, as two souls intertwine to form an unbreakable bond. Surrounded by the beauty of nature and the blessings of our ancestors, Amaethii and Aelwyn shall pledge their hearts and lives to one another. Following the sacred union, a grand feast shall be laid out in the gardens of Caladras, where fine delicacies and wines from our lands shall delight the senses. As possible bards or minstrels regale us with songs of love and valor, we shall revel in the company of cherished family and treasured friends. With this missive, we send forth our messengers, guiding them to your abodes with utmost care. May they find you in good health and high spirits, and may the journey to our Lordship be swift and safe. Let us gather under the silver moonlight, as we celebrate the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of Amaethii and Aelwyn. Your presence and blessings are an invaluable gift, adding luster and joy to the celebration. We eagerly anticipate your arrival at Caladras, where love and unity shall reign supreme, and where memories will be woven into the tapestry of our hearts. Until the day of celebration dawns, may the light of the stars guide your steps and the blessings of the ancients protect your path. In merriment and anticipation, Lord Saoren of House Seregon, Lord of Caladras, Seneschal and Steward to the White Court of the Númenaranyë, Scribe and Tutor to the White Court of the Númenaranyë, Ranger Captain for the Royal Guard of the Númenaranyë, Templar of the Aengul Malchediael, and Knight of the Realm Lady Dele of House Seregon, Lady of Caladras, Steward to the White Court of the Númenaranyë, Physician to the White Court of the Númenaranyë, Serjeant for the Royal Guard of the Númenaranyë, Templar of the Aengul Malchediael, and Knight of the Realm Amaethii of House Seregon, Groom of House Seregon Aelwyn Sullas, Bride of the Sullas Talonnii

The Union of the Dragon and the Aurentanian Eagle (Gabriel and Marlena Circa 1934) ┌──❀*̥˚───❀*̥˚─┐ In the last month, Marlena von Augusten and Gabriel d’Arkent took a trip to the far away continent of Ba’as accompanied by their respective families to be wed. They enjoyed a lovely wedding by the seaside and returned home to the city of Balian as Gabriel and Marlena d’Arkent. └───❀*̥˚───❀*̥˚┘

Scyfling Culture: Wedding Traditions Published by the County of Malkovya ISSUED ON THE 6TH OF MSITZA AND DARGUND, 482 E.S. A STUDY ON THE HANSO-SCYFA TRADITIONS OF MARRIAGE Penned by the hand of Her Ladyship, Anabel Elia Colborn, Keeper of The Book "Gor vardifuli neji de fyrste tre dagi af weddi, utani de tredje yere" - Scyfling Proverb "Make precious not the first three days of marriage, but the third year" O’ GUD, VOR HJELP I GYNE ERE, With a new generation on the horizon, and surely many blossoming romances to come, it felt pertinent to dedicate a portion of my duty as the Keeper of the infamous Book of House Colborn and its ancient lords and edifices contained therein to record our culture’s ancient rites and traditions pertaining to Marriage. Additionally, with the ascent of our beloved Queen Amaya of Venzia in her marriage to King Aleksandr II, this publication is written in honour of Her Majesty to share her practices with her people. Certain traditions were mentioned in the previous Scyfling Culture publication, though these only scratch the surface of deep House Colborn and Scyfling History. While Ruskan traditions of marriage have developed along their own throughline, towards the adornment of expensive outfits and jewellry accompanied by lavish feasts for the women and jousting tournaments for the men, Scyfling traditions distinguish themselves through several key familial practices carried over from the times of our ancestors. CORTUAL AG BETROLIVNI - Courtship and Betrothals I. COURTSHIP TRADITIONS An artist’s depiction of blacksmith Annebelle in courtship with her soon-husband, Cassian Colborn. COURTSHIP RITUALS among the youth are, broadly, the same across cultures. It is not unusual for a particularly beautiful young lady to attract the attention of a dashing young man - or vice versa! Among Scyfling people, it is not taboo for a woman to approach the man she is interested in first, very unlike the Ruskan tradition of prospective bachelorettes waiting for suitors to entertain. Young Scyflings frequently become acquainted during church holidays, or at festivals, and at evening socials such as Tavern nights among the populace. Among some families, when a girl comes of marriageable age she begins to wear an empty sheath attached to her girdle. If a young suitor takes a liking to her, he places a ceremonial knife in the sheath to signal his interest, and she would keep the weapon if she likes him as well, and return it if she disapproves. THE RYFLEBAND EXCHANGE occurs when a Scyfling has decided to offer their heart to someone. They give their prospective partner the “Ryfleband”. These Ryflebandi are handed down the generations from mother to son, or father to daughter. Some Ryflebandi are family heirlooms, meaning that if the individual gifted the Ryfleband declines their partner’s gesture, then the Ryfleband will need to be returned. However, many Ryflebandi are necklaces, bracelets, or armlets lovingly crafted just for the purpose of gifting it to the Scyfling’s beloved. If a non-Scyfling is the chosen recipient of a Ryfleband, the Scyfling in question is encouraged to teach their partner how to craft one so that they may give one in exchange and allow the tradition to continue in the coming generations. Gems are often avoided in a Ryfleband, instead many Scyflings opt for beads, polished rocks, wood, and other natural ingredients that symbolise different things. Some people elect to collect and polish rocks from a location they have fond memories of; in this way they can entrust these precious sentiments to their chosen partner for them to keep them safe. Additionally, beads of gorgeous patterns are often added to a Ryfleband, and many individuals choose to adorn beads forming the symbols or colours associated with their family. For example, many young Colborns craft Ryflebandi using black and white or raven-eyed beads in honour of their House. A group of Scyfling children gathering plants and stones in anticipation of crafting their Ryflebandi. II. BETROTHAL PRACTICES A light-haired Scyfling couple posing for a portrait - likely at the request of their Elders. BETROTHAL PRACTICES in Scyfling society are a sequence of events which a couple seeking permission to get engaged must carry out. They do this to acquire the consent of their Elders and parents, as any individuals that marry against their parents’ wishes would be unable to expect a dowry to support the bride in her first years of marriage, or any inheritance in the future. Typically, in the year before marriage, a bride may elect to take time off from her work or other responsibilities. This is so that she may travel to visit her relatives and neighbours to collect any gifts they may have; often linen, wool, cloth, or money, and she spends the remainder of her time using these items to create clothing such as smocks, stockings, gloves, handkerchiefs, etc., that she will give to the groom, his parents, and other relatives (with her mother-in-law to receive the most) on the morning after their wedding. THE ELDER’S APPROVAL is a centrepiece to the Courtship process among Scyfling circles. Before one can become engaged or betrothed, both individuals must arrange a meeting with the Grand Elder of each Scyfling House. While often synonymous, both the Grand Elder and the Patriarch or Matriarch (or both) must give their consent and approval before any arrangements can be made between families. Often, the soon-betrothed will have dinner with the Grand Elder and Parriarch to discuss and gain their approval. Additionally, this can often be the opportunity for the parents of both young individuals to meet one another, get to know each other, and for both families to grow closer before agreeing to a permanent union. On the other hand, it can be a low-stakes occasion for any party involved to revoke their permission to wed, or sort out any inter-familial grievances in a positive environment. A young Scyfling man introducing his prospective bride to the Grand Elder. THE MARRSKA EXCHANGE is connected to the “Marrska”; the individual tasked with overseeing the breeding and care of horses in a Scyfling family. When members of two families have decided to get married and sought the permission of their respective Heads of Houses and Grand Elders, the Marrska Exchange takes place. In the past, horses were important symbols representing a House’s pride and prestige, and they were also incredibly valuable. It was a point of pride for each Scyfling family to keep and breed peak-condition horses to suit their needs. For example, a hunting family may breed swift horses, while a merchant family may prefer to keep more athletic breeds. The Marrska Exchange is an event in which two families about to be unified in marriage exchange a top-quality horse from each of their stables. To allow another family’s Marrska or delegate into one’s stables, and to offer them a horse is a clear sign of trust. Furthermore, the Marrska often - in the process - is given the opportunity to enter the other party’s dwelling, and makes a judgement about the other family’s suitability for their relative based on its cleanliness, the condition of any refreshments they are served, and how well they treat their horses. A Scyfling family’s Marrska preparing one of their horses to perform the Marrska exchange. FORLOVI AG WEDI - Engagement and Weddings III. ENGAGEMENT EVENTS An artist’s impression of Loviska Faolain-Colborn at her wedding to St. Carr Colborn. ENGAGEMENT CUSTOMS among Scyfling people are a very sacred practice, and there are several things that must be completed before and as a couple are wed in holy matrimony before Gud. In the past, a formal proposal of marriage would be preceded by a discreet inquiry by the gentleman suitor to ensure that he would not be met with rejection. The suitor, accompanied by an older spokesman - his father or other relative - venture to his chosen young lady’s home and they present the girl and her family with a bottle of spirits and some gifts. Often, these gifts are specific to her and her family; as they are intended to honour them, and act as an offering before the official proposal of marriage is given. If the girl’s family intend to reject the proposal, the gifts are returned at a later date. However, if their answer is favourable, the girl and her parents visit the suitor’s home in return, and the bride-to-be may even stay for a short period to impress her partner’s parents and help with the housework. THE BRIDAL CROWN BESTOWAL is an important event in a betrothed Scyfling woman’s life. Once a pair of young people have completed all of the necessary procedures to get engaged, it is the duty of the bride’s mother, grandmother, other female relatives, or the Grand Elder (if she is female) to gather the bride and the children of the family to listen to stories of her wedding and marriage. It is on this occasion that the elder female relative in question gifts the bride with her own bridal crown to wear on her wedding day. The bestowal is for this purpose, and for the elder relative to offer the bride with advice and lessons on how to maintain a happy and successful marriage. Scyfling children are highly encouraged to engage with familial tradition, and they attend an older female relative’s bridal crown bestowal to listen to their elder’s stories and learn more about their culture. Alternatively, if a female relative is unavailable for the bestowal, an older male relative or a male Grand Elder can take their place. Often, they tell stories about their own wedding and wife, and other memories of the past that could benefit the bride as she begins the next step of her life. Additionally, if the bride is marrying into a Scyfling family, she is still offered the honour of adorning the Elder’s bridal crown - or the family’s communal crown - and treated as though she were a daughter of the family as a sign of acceptance. A Scyfling Bride being bestowed with the Grand Elder’s Bridal Crown. THE SCYFHJELMER BESTOWAL, or Scyfling Helm Bestowal, is the male alternative to the Bridal Crown bestowal. The Grand Elder (if he is male), or another older male relative, retells stories from his youth of courtship, his marriage, and he shares advice to teach the groom how to treat his future wife. This is also a chance for the groom, if he is marrying into a Scyfling family, to get to know the other male members of the family and earn their trust and approval. On occasion, the men will go on a hunt together to grow closer. At the conclusion of the revelries, the groom is given a ceremonial family helmet for him to wear during the wedding. The Scyfhjelmer may only be removed, on the wedding day, by the bride once they have both taken their vows in order for the married couple to share a kiss. It is considered bad fortune for the bride to see her husband’s face before this moment if he chooses to wear the Scyfhjelmer. A Scyfling Groom donning his family’s Scyfhjelmer. IV. WEDDING EVENTS A painting of guests and the bridal party waiting outside a church for a Scyfling wedding to begin. WEDDING EVENTS are often a strictly structured and ritual affair, historically involving animals and a weeklong sequence of events. In the present, on her wedding day, the bride wears a family heirloom wedding dress and her bridesmaids don similar clothing. This is to help protect the bride by confusing any evil spirits that may want to ruin her wedding. Additionally, alike many other Scyfling traditions, Scyfling women have always had a degree more independence than other groups’, and it is for this reason that the bride typically walks herself down the aisle. Furthermore, it is well known that Scyfling families commonly bring and gift goats to their friends, allies, and family members when they get married. At any wedding, the ideal goat is of golden blonde colour as it is a symbol of wealth and good fortune for the newly married couple. THE WEDI BRIDLOP, or “The Tour of the Bride”, is a tradition originating in the early days of Scyfling conversion to Canonism. In these times, it was difficult to take written records and there were not proper avenues by which a bride and groom could be recognised as legally married. Naturally, the local authority (the King, Chieftain, etc.) may choose to recognise the union, however, this was uncommon. In order to publicly announce the couple’s new relation to one another, the recently married pair would travel around the area with a portion of their bridal party to showcase their married status and announce it to others. This practice is not necessary in current times, however the bride and groom may elect to continue a tradition in the spirit of the original custom. Often, they choose to do this by holding a race among the bridal party and their guests. All attendants race along a set course that leads them through the countryside to the site of the “Wedifest” - or Wedding Feast - where everyone celebrates the joyous occasion. To distinguish themselves from their guests, the bride and groom are each permitted to ride a horse, while all others must compete on foot. Additionally, as an extra motivator, he who arrives to the Wedifest last shall be required to pour everyone’s drinks for the evening. Frequently, the Wedifest is an opportunity for the friends and guests of the newlyweds to share stories about them among themselves and give any well wishes and gifts they may have brought. In addition, toasts are common at Scyfling weddings, and guests can often expect a toast from the father of the bride, and/or the patriarch of her House, the bride, the groom, the father of the groom, and/or the patriarch of his House. An old Scyfling Wedi Bridlop in the First Age. IN SUMMARY, wedding traditions among Scyflings are very complex and many of them have a deep history. A large proportion of this very ancient history has been left out of this publication in favour of finishing a relevant and timely study. In my free moments, I hope to do more research into these old ways that may not have as many records for the purposes of publishing a historical memoir in the future. My advice to young Scyfling brides - or those aspiring to become Scyfling through marriage - is to cross-reference the notes written here and those on bridal attire documented in the previous Scyfling Culture publication. Only by imbibing and immersing oneself in all aspects of culture can one develop a full and deep understanding. Moreover, I encourage any tentative or curious individuals to embrace Scyfling traditions if anything written herein calls to them. Additionally, I am always accepting letters from those with further interest in my area of expertise, or those who require further clarifications. SKRALI VOR GUD, Her Ladyship, Anabel Elia Colborn, Keeper of the Book, Royal Scribe