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Simple. I suggested the scheme which saw you take yourselves from Gregoria to Tregon, to the King. I consider the King a personal friend, but I also act in an advisory role when I am able.
As for myself. I am not overly important in and of myself. Do you know of the killer Redeye? He was known throughout the continent as a madman and a murderer. If I have some small notoriety, it is in the slaying of Redeye.
I hope I have not caused undue confusion.
The Wren.
Last edited by Imperial Psycho : 11-16-2012 at 03:44 PM.
An excellent point. We will see to fortifying the Prison this month, provided the deal where we take control of it goes through. If anyone wishes to offer assistance, it would be appreciated. If the blackfists remain in control, it is their choice to fortify or not, though we will provide aid if they choose to.
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Go Tigers!
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The Ram Revolution - TW Broken City
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Let it be so. We swear to uphold this agreement on the honour of the Warden Order and the names of our Founders.
Wardens to Gregorian Orcs
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That is as much as we can wish for, of course. Hopefully you will be able to settle down without trouble.
We have a long history with the Shattered Lands and know your kind to be hardy and, more importantly, reliable - a rare trait in these gods-forsaken lands. Our dream is to one day return civilization and order into the region, but there is no doubt that we are too weak to do it alone. We hope that we may count you as an ally or, at least, a friendly force in this task.
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Trusting Murska worked out great!
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There are several cooperative projects in the works at the moment. Among them, there is a plan to collect and publish a comprehensive official history of Sav Altuas and Talidor, which would be included in the university library.
Lord Wallen has applied to study at the university (3 wel per turn for 3 turns in exchange for leveling up a VIP). He has met with approval so far.
A warded meeting room was planned for construction, however it is not finished yet as there are other priorities for many of the university magi at this point.
On the topic of Dr. Vassari's proposal, I believe this is a most worthwhile endeavor. However, I believe this must be undertaken with the utmost care. Desoui's magic is incredibly powerful, and I would not wish to lose mages to backlash from her enchantments.
[OOC: I'd forgotten that the University Board was separate from the Board of Education. Sorry! I should probably keep university-specific discussion here in the future.]
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Lord Founder needs no pants to face the beasts of the world, to descend into the darkest pits of the Earth and ascend above the divine clouds!
I'd like to put out a subtle call to see if there was any chance of getting my hands on some of those 'poisons with no known antidote', preferrably one that would not be curable by any sort of magic whatsoever, especially blood magic.
In addition, I'd like to know if there was some way to use the Contacts traits without spending Wealth, which I don't have, and, for example, instead using Morale or Espionage or something to convince Jungle tribes to act in a manner benefiting me. I'd have a mission for a single-time use of 4-6 Mil of mercenaries with no ties to the City, but if it costs Wealth I can't get that done.
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I would like to correct, respected Chancellor, that while the History of Talidor and Sav Altulus would be included in the library, it’s my sincere wish to publish it and bring to the people of Sav Altulus. Our history would be taught in the schools and discussed in parlors and coffeehouses of the city.
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Magical Emperor Monkey. You have my vote.
I learned two things about Montgomery that day... ...The first was that his men would follow him off a cliff. The second was that he would lead them there.
The proposal of writing the History of the City has been met with aproval and emotion by us.
We'll spend some time gathering documents, and transcripting the ones we can't give to the University (Some of these Documents are personal Family Relics; and many of my friends are Honor-bound not to give them away).
We will send the documentation to you [Next turn].
Lord Henry Wallen
To the Silversmith's Guild
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Would you be willing to meet in private next turn?
I believe we should have a talk.
Madame Beteoui
Last edited by Ragnar Lodbroke : 11-16-2012 at 08:18 PM.
as one of the most influential factions in the Stocks, i would like to welcome you to the city. to answer your questions:
the SGA is a collection of the various guilds of Sav Altulas all come together for mutual defense and joint projects. together, we comprise the largest concentration of wealth in the city and our combined military might combined is nothing to shabby.
UAL is not technically a member of the SGA, though many of them work for me. they organize the work and labor-gangs of the city, drawing from refugees and the hard workers others have just thrown out on the street. decent group of people overall.
if you are ever in need of work, contact us, i am sure we could arrange something for you.
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"let our mercy, as deep as the feitas, and our auhority, as powerful as the sun, be revealed to the entire world!"
"Damn! I gotta say, you just let down every man in Falena..."
Orc Uprising to SGA (curious who will answer me this time )
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We are not interested in hiring people at the moment. We are more interested regarding what the UAL is supposed to do for us in case we want to labour for other factions in the city.
i propose that next turn, we initiate our military buildup by buying a massive shipment of goods from Venden...i already have the prices for everything we may need...
SGA to Orcs of Gregorian
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[i meant if you ever wanted work, we could hire you, not the other way around]
as far as i know, you do not need the permission of the ULA to work in the city so going through them is unnecessary.
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"let our mercy, as deep as the feitas, and our auhority, as powerful as the sun, be revealed to the entire world!"
"Damn! I gotta say, you just let down every man in Falena..."
coiNs arE EASY. ONe muSt simPlY melT tHe meTAL AROUND the rune, aNd tHEN KEEP TRACK OF all instances of that rune. a simplE ENOUGH PRACTicE, if one is pROPERLY INSTRUCtED IN THE HIGHER SORCERIES.
Dwimmercant to Madame Beteoui (PM)
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"No, no," said the Dwimmercant man, waving the question aside, "That wouldn't do at all. There are niceties one must follow, Madam! If we were to begin pointing out certain flaws, certain vices in those we may disagree with politically, then they might be perfectly willing to drag out certain skeletons from certain closets that we would much rather remain closed. I cannot in good faith condone any such effort, and I am surprised that you would even consider it."
Bookbinder's Guild to Gear's Chosen (8)
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So long as you bear in mind that the final form of the Standard must be shaped by our editorial staff, I see no harm in the collection of stories to submit to them. Certainly others have exercised that right before.
Bookbinder's Guild Public Announcement (0)
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We have come to an amiable agreement with the Gear's Chosen over the new Guild press currently operating in Factories South.
Murska (PM)
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It would, I suppose, though the fire rate may leave something to be desired. That is, however, true of any muzzle-loading weapon.
Rafinius (PM)
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Most of the orcs in Stacks are working in the Drover's Associations, though there are a handful of merchantmen, caravan guards, etc. You also hear rumor of an orc in fine clothes doing some work for the SGA.
Bookbinder's Guild to Gregorian Orcs (5)
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Certainly, if such can be found. I must warn you that such a thing may take some time.
OOC: Do you want me to find and link you to each of the past turn reports? Because frankly I don't know where they all are in the thread.
A Merdallan Meeting (PM)
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Sir Leon snorts inelegantly. "And what if I say yes?" he asks, clear amusement in his voice. "Indeed, why would I say yes, even if I were? You say you desire to see this pitiable city united under one ruler, and frankly you have just given me some idea of who that ruler might be. You are not so foolish enough to take anything I might say at face value, sir." He shakes his head. "If you wish to know the truth, no. I have no interest in speaking with democrats, and especially not on matters of politics. Bad enough that my task here requires me to spend more time out of armor than in it without voluntarily associating with more rabble than I need to. Look for your assassin elsewhere, Sir Edmund. Wren."
Jungle Contacts to Wardens (PM)
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With most contacts, that wouldn't work so well. With painted elves, however, that would most likely work better than WEL. They do not exactly have the same values system as everyone else does.
House Laurier to Gear's Chosen (8)
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While we are interested in your lightning systems, we are somewhat leery of the costs and dangers they represent. I believe a limited trial might be in order, if your engineers are willing.
House Laurier to Champions of Sovereignty (5)
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I am afraid that House Laurier does not actually support much in the way of a military force, my lord. Certainly not anything to compare with the following that you yourself have, or that of the Wardens.
Indeed, I had meant that the act pf collecting this knowledge would enrich the library. As for publication, we will have to go through the bookbinder's guild, unless we want to upset their monopoly by printing magically, however it is within their power and rights to give us all manner of bad press should we do so.
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Lord Founder needs no pants to face the beasts of the world, to descend into the darkest pits of the Earth and ascend above the divine clouds!
Of course all University printing is done by Bookbinder's Guild - I have requested, that 2 [WEL] from Lord Wallen's Tuition funds this month be used to print the books in question.
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I haven't received your reply on whether you allow access to your archives in the study of the history of the city.
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Magical Emperor Monkey. You have my vote.
I learned two things about Montgomery that day... ...The first was that his men would follow him off a cliff. The second was that he would lead them there.
"There is no need to be coarse, sir. Do not presume to know my mind. Everything I have ever done, has been done to keep James from harm. "
Edmund wraps the silk around his face, and takes up his cloak. "I think this conversation come to its end. I expect you will keep the matter of my identity to yourself? Good day, sir."
Good to know. At the time we are still rebuilding, but we will take you up on your offer. If you need any urgent manpower just call us and we will negotiate.
"It's understandable, My lord. forget I even thought about it.
I just had to ask; since expansion amongst the Old Families could be a great step in the growth of our Party.
Is there anything your House needs particularly? You have made great efforts to help our Party, and I believe you deserve some extra help.
I will take the trouble to tell you this: Our soldiers will be making a swipe in the neigbourhoods. We fear something may be hidden, specially regarding all that University troubles we had some time ago. They will be instructed to steer away from uncomfortabe closets; so if you could find a way to help them, we would be grateful.
Thanks for this meeting, Milord. I hope our friendship continues to grow."
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Sausage Guild: is the deal we worked out regarding my intelligence network still acceptable to you? i am of course not expecting any payment this month though.
in other news, for this month only i am temporarilly allowing Dr. Vasiri access to my network due to a potentially nasty situation that has arisen.(probably nothing)
what was the verdict of the recent stat-gains? are we using them to turn the Commerce Hall into a sort of [Symbols of Authority]?
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dont want to clutter inbox with something so small.
my merchant fleet will be working on protecting trade between SGA and warlords
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"let our mercy, as deep as the feitas, and our auhority, as powerful as the sun, be revealed to the entire world!"
"Damn! I gotta say, you just let down every man in Falena..."
My apologies for having to message you on such matters, but something has come up which will benefit greatly from the use of some of my wealth. Would you be willing to supply the subsidy offered before?
If not, do not trouble yourself. You shall be paid in full, this month.
Anyway, we'd be happy to supply the Subsidy previously discussed. Our interested seem to be fairly similar at this point anyway, so it is not a particularly large loss to us.
My hope was that you could put a limited number of wires, heating systems and whatever else it is you are selling in Tremorous. Then we could observe the effects and gauge whether the benefits outweigh the costs.
Militia of Order and Justice to Gear's Chosen (6)
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A Merdallan Meeting (PM)
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"My apologies for any offense I may have given. Doing so was not my intention, though I know my tongue sometimes runs ahead without me. Take care, Lord Sallen, and trust that whatever secrets you may have are safe in my hands."
Dwimmercant to Madame Beteoui (PM)
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"Of course, madam. Thank you for your kindly words, but I cannot think of a single thing that I, for one, should desire from the Party that has already given us much. I will consult with the rest of the families, of course."
To: Commander Tarmin of the Wardens.
From: Captain Dor Brownshield
I will lead my men alongside yours in your next ecscursion in the shaterred lands. I trust that this help will be remembered. May the odds be in our favor.
{OOC: I completely forgot to tell you. I hope this message prevents any akwardness that would otherwise have happened next turn. EoT is already sent and has contingiency in case you are not actually doing anything in the Shattered Lands. And yes, the spelling mistakes are on purpose. Be happy Dor writes as well as he does at all.}
Wardens to Orc Uprising/Zemalac (You might want to pick a proper name at some point.)
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Ah, thank you for the unexpected assistance, Captain. Your help will be most welcome. Together we may deal a great blow to the rabble infesting the lands neighbouring us.
((OOC: Yeah, I've got a small operation to finalize my control over the mines that I drove the Stone Wolves from last turn. I was planning on handing some of them over to you for some Wealth, but if you help me take them then I guess it's pretty fair that you get your share for free. If the GM distributes the gains based on the military employed, then I'd like to note that since I've been working on this for a couple turns I'd like at least one Wealth. I currently have 3 and it's really hindering my use of foreign contacts.
As for Zemalac, do note that I've now been informed of the Orc help and won't be surprised when they show up. Hopefully. ))
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The Sav Altulas Standard
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Sponsored by the Bookbinder's Guild
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An assassination attempt has left Urso Bloodhand, head of the Sausage Guild, either dead or grievously wounded. The Guild has secreted his body in their tunnels and has of yet not revealed his current condition.
Investigators from the Champions of Sovereignty and the Sausage Guild have been moving through Pepperstoch, inciting grumbling from the locals.
Blackfist territories have been steadily barricades and armed over the past month. Rumors of electrical systems being laid in place are unconfirmed at this time.
The Empty Blood Gang has been destroyed by the Church of Neposh and the Militia of Order and Justice, putting Annosus firmly into the hands of the Church.
Select gentlemen from Silvathrien are investing in Pews, attempting to build factories outside of the Smokeyards.
A Mercantile's Guild attempt to control the flow of Illarym trade to the city had less of an impact than expected due to the Wardens headquarters in Imperial First unnerving merchants who would otherwise have responded far better to the Guild's enticements.
Doctor Vassari has hosted a gala in support of the Blackspell Watch, and secured donors to fund the Watch's expansion.
A new report issued by Doctor Vassari of Bloodhaven has come to the conclusion that the electricity used in the Celestial Network of the Gear’s Chosen is giving off harmful emissions, leading to an increased chance of illness and birth defects in those exposed to it. The amount of exposure that has currently occurred is not yet large enough to pose a threat, but the good Doctor is strongly recommending that the Network be shut down until it can be granted a health safety certification from Bloodhaven.
Doctor Vassari has left the city on a trip to Burnelli, leaving Doctor Blaine in charge of the hospital.
The Order of the Wren is recruiting soldiers.
The Wardens have ordered the construction of a small river patrol fleet from the Shipwright's Guild, and have begun constructing fortifications that will let them control river traffic.
An ambassador from Gregoria has arrived in the city.
Lord Wallen is attending Daimot University, to further his own understanding of magic.
An ESGE-backed effort to create a magically powered personal flying machine has seen limited success. In unrelated news, sightings of demons and angels flying through the sky have increased.
The Ram Police are giving petty criminals the option to serve in the Revolutionary army for a period of time instead of being fined or jailed.
The Technists Guild is building a massive sky dreadnaught.
A combined Warden and orcish force has smashed the mine-lords in the hills to the southeast of the city, claiming the mines for the city.
Greater SGA infrastructure has been constructed in Guild's Row.
A team of Laheim trainers is beating the Clockwork Swords into shape.
The Celestial Network has expanded to Old Jack's Run, Little Veras and the Tragic Court.
A gala at the Opera House in Dogma is well attended by the city's elite.
Orcs from Tregon are buying farming equipment in the city.
Rumor has it that the Upside Circle has halted orcish logging operations in their forest.
The Heladuit Court has relocated any and all undesirables from Tailorway, and turned the run-down tenements into upscale apartments.
The Executive Breuacracy has expanded the law college at Daimot University.
The Madman of Foth has been sighted near the city. Do not question the Madman of Foth.
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University Board (PM)
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Due to the expansion of the Law College by the EBSA, degrees of control over the University Board have changed.
Current degrees of control are as follows, from largest to smallest: ESGE with 57%, Bloodhaven with 20%, EBSA with 8%, Church of Neposh with 5%, House Wallen with 4%, Sausage Guild with 4%, and Champions of Sovereignty with 2%. This means that the ESGE controls 7 of the University’s MAG, Bloodhaven controls 2, the EBSA controls 1, the Church of Neposh controls 1, and House Wallan and the Sausage Guild between them control 1.
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All prices listed are in t.WEL unless otherwise stated, and will be paid out immediately upon confirmation by the bounty poster.
Elias DuKree: Red hair, close cut. Reddish-brown eyes. Scar on left cheek. Possibly a scar on right leg, depending on how the wound healed--might have a limp. Wanted dead. 4 from Lord Protector.
Unknown Raiders: Whoever stole the Imperial weapons meant for the Wardens from the caravan delivering them to the city.
2 from Imperial Trade Ministry
Blackfist Press
1 from Bookbinder's Guild
Unknown Murderer: Whoever killed the people found dead at the opening of the Wallen Wing at Bloodhaven Hospital last month.
4 from Doctor Vassari
The Torch of Sav Altulas: Lighting a Fire in the Heart of the Righteous
What the Hell, James? So-called King shows his true colours
By request of our friends in the Sausage Guild, the Blackfist has sent investigators to Pepperstoch, to find out who was behind the riots our enemies have accused us of starting.
They did not find any clues. They found their deaths. These innocent men and women, whose names shall live on as those of martrys, were murdered in cold blood by agents of the Champions. Clearly, the boy James has something to hide in Pepperstoch, and he is not afraid to have people killed to hide it.
“Not a promise, not an oath, or a malediction or a curse,” I said, sounding calm, probably inaudible in the midst of the screaming. “Inevitable. Wasn’t that how she put it? I told them. Warned them.”
-Taylor Hebert. Yes, I'm a proud Skittle.
Would you amenable to meeting once again? We've got several things of rather large important to talk about.
To Bloodhaven Hospital
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Greetings. If I may ask, why did you not request our assistance in your studies of the Celestial Network? If you had informed us ahead of time we would have been happy to provide you access to the core of the Network itself to gain more accurate readings. As of now, we would like to request that you rescind the report until something more through can be completed.
We warned you that your agents were unwelcome in our territory. You sent them in anyway. Unless you pay us reparations of 3 t. Wealth and cease sending in any more of your men, we will be forced to take punitive action in measure with the severity of your transgressions.
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