Imperian News

February's Exciting Promotions!

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1927
Date: 2/3/2012 at 2:30
From: Dranor, God of Imagination
To : Everyone
Subj: February's Exciting Promotions!

February snuck up on us quickly, so we've unfortunately missed the first day of our special, monthly promotions. Since we missed the first, we're going to have a special, bonus day today.

So, for the month of February, here are the exciting promotions:

- The lesson sale has been extended until February 15th. Act now to purchase some incredibly discounted lesson packages at http://www.imperian.com/credits.php?page=lessons

- Tuesdays in February are Iron Ticket Tuesdays. HELP IRON LOTTERY has more information about how you can earn tickets for a chance to win huge credit prizes.

- Thursdays in February are Critical Hit Thursdays, where all players have the effect of a level 3 critical hit pendant while bashing. This effect also stacks with the level 3 pendant, so you high level people can get some insane attacks!

Since we missed the first Critical Hit Thursday, I've gone ahead and turned that bonus on today, for the first Critical Hit Friday of the month. Don't worry, though, Critical Hit Thursday will be on for the rest of the month.

Enjoy!

Penned by my hand on the 18th of Aequitas, in the year 658 AD.

Artifact Shields

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1926
Date: 2/2/2012 at 19:06
From: Grael, the Worldsmith
To : Everyone
Subj: Artifact Shields

Because of recent changes made to the function of artifact shields, adjustments have been made to their relative stats, as outlined on HELP DEFENSIVE ARTIFACTS. Because of this, we will be honoring trade-in requests for artifact shields at full value for the next two week. If you wish to trade in your artifact shield, contact Me, Grael, directly.

Penned by my hand on the 11th of Aequitas, in the year 658 AD.

Jan-Feb Classleads, part 2

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1925
Date: 2/2/2012 at 14:53
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: Jan-Feb Classleads, part 2

The second batch of classlead changes is now available:

- Worn shields will never reduce damage now, only wielded ones will - they were never supposed to, but sometimes did, in a rather erratic manner

- Armour and shield stack up differently now - the modifiers are multiplicative, rather than additive

- Shields now have restrictions on usage - the shield type that you can wield is determined by your strength - see HELP SHIELD for numbers

- Wielding heavier shields remains possible, but at the cost of penalties to balance and equilibrium costs (0.2 second per missing strength point)

- New Shielddance ability: Posture

- Evasion has been reworked - the skill now offers damage resistance based on the Dexterity stat and the lessons spent in the skill

- At the Transcendent rank, the resistance is 1% per point of Dexterity up to 10, and 2.5% per each point of Dexterity above 10

- The damage reduction from Evasion now affects all physical attacks - dodgeable ones were previously exempt

- Being prone or otherwise hindered reduces the Evasion resistance by half

- Evasion no longer affects dodging in any way - you now only dodge attacks if you have one of the relevant profession abilities active

- These changes should clear up some of the extremities with physical attacks and resistances. More tweaks may be necessary - I'll be monitoring the situation and making adjustments as needed

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 7th of Aequitas, in the year 658 AD.

January-February classleads, part 1

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1924
Date: 1/31/2012 at 21:35
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: January-February classleads, part 1

The first batch of January-February classlead updates is now available:

- Bladesurge (Knifeplay) now gives a message when it can be used again

- The Pit of Golgotha (Enslavery) can again be used inside obelisks

- SERAPH TOUCH (Fayth) and DEMON TASTE (Malignosis) no longer require equilibrium; DEMON TASTE also no longer has a room message

- Weaponprobe and Targeting have been swapped in Weaponry

- Pets are now immune to critical hits; this includes profession loyals that can be trained in Taming skills

- Damage resistance of pets has been reduced from 75% to 50%

- Bashing damage of Warp (Noctu) and Decay (Necromancy) has been increased

- Aspect gaze is now a channeled action, and takes slightly longer

- Lash (Naturalism) will hit more times now

- Weaving (Sabotage) has been reworked - it now provides a significant resistance to all types of damage from an attacker whom you are currently hypnotising, and a minor resistance to damage from other players

- Physical attacks now have the same accuracy against mobiles regardless of skill rank; this changes nothing if you are already Transcendent, but will help those who are not - please note that weapon to-hit is still taken into account, and you can still miss if the to-hit is too low (100% accuracy is achieved at 150 to-hit).

- Mobiles can no longer dodge attacks

- Notice about the current bond (Bonding) is now appended to the player description

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 15th of Artificium, in the year 658 AD.

Classlead submissions closed!

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1923
Date: 1/26/2012 at 17:08
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: Classlead submissions closed!

The classlead submissions are now closed, and the commenting has begun! You can now use the CLASSLEAD <#> COMMENT syntax to add a comment to any of the submitted reports. There is no limit on these - feel free to comment all the submitted reports if you wish.

Please keep in mind that commenting is not voting - the purpose of comments is to point out potential problems with the submitted reports, suggest alterations, or provide reasons why you think that the report should or should not be approved.

The commenting will be closed on Monday 30th January at 18:00 GMT - that's slightly over 4 days from now. Afterwards, all the reports will be considered, and the accepted ones will then be implemented into the game.

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 16th of Fas, in the year 658 AD.

Iron Realms Internships and Volunteer Positions

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1922
Date: 1/23/2012 at 23:15
From: Grael, the Worldsmith
To : Everyone
Subj: Iron Realms Internships and Volunteer Positions

We are currently looking for people interested in internship or
volunteer positions, working on the Iron Realms websites and game
clients.

As these positions are voluntary, previous working experience is not
required, but will allow you to get experience for a games company.
However, we cannot train you in the basics of the following positions.

You would be working directly with Jeremy Saunders and a team of 3 to 4 people. If you are interested please read the descriptions below, and send an email to jeremy@ironrealms.com with your name, experience, and what IRE game you are currently playing.

Positions:

Web Developer
We are looking for one or more people with experience with CSS/HTML to help maintain, develop, and improve the main IRE and individual game sites. This mainly revolves around working with the current themes in place on all the IRE websites, in addition to updating the Aetolia and Imperian websites. This also includes a mobile theme that will be shared across the IRE sites. Drupal, PHP, and Javascript experience is a big bonus.

Flash Developer
We are looking for someone with experience working with Flash to make significant improvements to our Flash Client.

Java Developer
We are looking for someone who has experience with Java and can handle making significant improvements to our current Nexus client.

If you are interested, email jeremy@ironrealms.com with your name,
experience, and your game/character name.

Penned by my hand on the 25th of Letum, in the year 658 AD.

Lesson Sale

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1921
Date: 1/21/2012 at 15:44
From: Grael, the Worldsmith
To : Everyone
Subj: Lesson Sale

Due to popular demand, we're pleased to announce the start of a lesson sale on Imperian.com! If you'd like to expedite your learning, feel free to head to the website and pick up a great deal on bulk lessons. We'll be running this sale through to 23:59 on January 31, so get in quick.

Penned by my hand on the 20th of Aequitas, in the year 657 AD.

Classleads

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1920
Date: 1/19/2012 at 17:05
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: Classleads

A new round of classleads is now starting, and report submissions are once again open! You can refer to HELP CLASSLEADS for more information if you aren't familiar with the process.

Report submission will close on Thursday 26th at 17:00 GMT - that's exactly one week from now. The report commenting stage will follow afterwards.

One new addition regarding classleads - you can now use CONFIG CLASSLEADS ON to be notified whenever a new report is submitted, and when a report has been approved or rejected.

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 23rd of Artificium, in the year 657 AD.

A few fixes and additions

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1919
Date: 1/9/2012 at 20:17
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: A few fixes and additions

I have loaded a couple of fixes and additions, details as follows:

Artistry
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- Hunter sketches will continue following upon a successful Return

- Inserting sketches properly prioritises loyal sketches now

- Sketches that are not in a sketchbook will now disappear when logging off or changing professions - CALL SKETCHES will make them return (they will not do so automatically on login/profession switch)

- Fixed some broken and missing messages

Enslavery
---------

- You can now use SUMMON ENTITIES to summon all entities at once. This has a significant equilibrium cost, and cannot be forced.

Knifeplay
---------

- Added Boiling to the skill - it is identical to the Toxins one

Necromancy
----------

- Changed the room messages for undeath to not imply an action

Tarot
-----

- Added a Khandava exit to the Universe tarot

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 12th of Ultio, in the year 656 AD.

Artistry sketches overhaul

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1918
Date: 1/6/2012 at 21:32
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: Artistry sketches overhaul

Following the changes to Voice, the Artistry sketches have just received a substantial rework. The specifics are as follows:

- Mastery has been renamed to Goldink

- Mediumsketch, Highsketch, Playersketch removed

- You can now only create sketches of mobiles and of magick-circle professions, each of which now has a separate AB help

- Sketches no longer have any passive attacks - they need to be ordered to use their abilities, on a separate balance

- SKETCHLINK [optional parameters] is the sketch usage syntax - check the AB helps for each sketch type for specifics

- Sketches are regular mobiles now, which means that they can be attacked and intimidated

- The abilities of each type of sketches are described in the relevant AB helps

- Each sketch can attack 50 times before fading

- The Truesilver Quill artifact has been reworked, it now allows you to create sketches with 100 attacks

- The Author specialisation makes all sketch attacks faster by 20%

- Sketching no longer needs to be repeated multiple times - you get a full sketch right away. Sketching also no longer does damage.

- Sketches can be filled with up to three inks now

- Ink effects have been reworked - check the AB helps for details

- Tearing a sketch now immediately turns it into a mobile that follows you around - sketches are no longer tossed

- You can now TEAR FROM SKETCHBOOK to tear the first available sketch with a particular profession (TEAR DRUID FROM SKETCHBOOK, for example)

- You can have up to three active sketches now

- Sketches no longer fade on their own accord - you keep them until all their attacks have been used up

- Sketches can now be returned back to the sketchbook - INSERT INTO

- You can use CALL SKETCHES to move your sketches back to you

In other news, the conditions for instant Kantae (Voice) have been changed - it now requires that all three notes are fully resonating, instead of two.

As always, if there are any problems with these additions, please report them in the usual way.

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 16th of Artificium, in the year 656 AD.

Happy New Year!

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1917
Date: 1/2/2012 at 17:57
From: Grael, the Worldsmith
To : Everyone
Subj: Happy New Year!

Happy New Year to everyone! Unfortunately, Ironbeard has gone into
torpor once more, so no more gifts are to be had for some time. To help
with the pain of this loss, we've extended the holiday sale, a 30% bonus
to all credit purchases, until the 15th of January. Enjoy!

Further, during the month of January, Imperian will be experiencing a
Progressive Experience Bonus promotion. What this means is that each day
you log in, you'll receive a greater experience bonus than the day
prior, up to a 100% bonus, at which point it will reset. You must log in
each day in order to receive the next level of bonus, or the percentage
will reset back to 10%.

Day 1: 10% xp bonus
Day 2: 20% xp bonus
Day 3: 30% xp bonus
Day 4: 40% xp bonus
Day 5: 50% xp bonus
Day 6: 70% xp bonus
Day 7: 100% xp bonus

You can see your current bonus in your defenses.

Penned by my hand on the 16th of Ferinus, in the year 656 AD.

Ironbeard Returns, and Snowglobes

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1916
Date: 12/22/2011 at 20:16
From: Grael, the Worldsmith
To : Everyone
Subj: Ironbeard Returns, and Snowglobes

Ironbeard has returned to Imperian to spread his joy and drunken fervor for the holiday season to one and all! Just stay logged in until the end of the month for a chance to receive gifts from him every day!

For those of you who have been logging in every day through the month of December to receive a special prize, you should find yourselves in possession of a crystalline snowglobe. This globe can be SHAKEn once per year to be instantly transported to Mount Icecloak, a snowy landscape populated by the a tribe of diminutive yeti. Slay these yeti for their pelts, which you can exchange with Yngvold, an exotic furrier, for a variety of special items.

Take note that once within Mount Icecloak, you will have only one hour to remain there hunting yeti and exchanging their pelts. After that time, you will be transported back from whence you came. If you wish to return early, just shake your globe once more.

Penned by my hand on the 5th of Solis, in the year 655 AD.

Bard Voice Overhaul

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1915
Date: 12/20/2011 at 20:29
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: Bard Voice Overhaul

I have been focusing on various bigger adjustments of the Bard profession, in an effort to restore the efficiency of the profession and to make it more interesting and versatile. The first part of these changes focuses on Voice, the second part, which will be coming later, will focus on Artistry sketches.

As these changes would likely end up being too powerful in conjunction with the existing version of the mobile sketches, I have adjusted sketches to not use any of the special attacks - all mobile sketches now cause damage, and only damage. Player sketches remain unaffected. This is a temporary change, sketches are going to be very much different once the Artistry changes are released.

These modifications have been made to the Voice skill:

- New ability: Uryem

- New ability: Innyo

- New ability: Paryes

- New ability: Resonance

- New ability: Varaye

- Zriku has been completely reworked

- Kantae is now instant if the target is fully resonating with at least two primordial notes (see the AB helps for details)

- Kantae and Varaye are now blocked by shield

- Removed Maimra, Muamte, Ramallan, and Sianllan, as their functionality is replicated by the new additions

- Equilibrium costs of almost all Voice abilities have been changed

- Mana and willpower costs of some abilities have been lowered

- Power words are now limited to 2 per combo

- Voice combos no longer have a chance to fail

- Llan can now be used on others

- Briah is now single-target by default

- Oyiem no longer cures afflictions

- Myried stun duration has been shortened

- The Torc of Enunciation artifact has been reworked, it now increases yoth duration by 50%

Some of these will likely require further adjustments - please report any bugs and problems that you encounter.

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 8th of Ferinus, in the year 655 AD.

Red Cross Donations

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1914
Date: 12/17/2011 at 19:08
From: Grael, the Worldsmith
To : Everyone
Subj: Red Cross Donations

To celebrate the season of giving, Iron Realms will be donating 10% of the proceeds from all credit purchases to the Red Cross, from December 15th until the end of the year. Thank you for helping us to support this worthwhile organization with your purchases!

Keep in mind that a 30% Credit Sale is still ongoing until the end of the year, so this is the perfect time to make a big purchase if you're been waiting to do so! If you're interested in making a purchase beyond the standard 2000CR limit, contact Grael directly for special discount rates!

Penned by my hand on the 9th of Tenebrae, in the year 655 AD.

Various new additions

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1913
Date: 12/14/2011 at 22:00
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: Various new additions

I have loaded a couple of various additions:

- CITY ECONSTATUS now includes houses

- HARMONY (Crystalism) no longer shows its periodic messages if you are already at maximum health and mana

- The VITALITY cooldown is now removed when leaving arena

- An ouroboros (Malignosis) is no longer targettable using the word 'demon'. This is intended to prevent accidentali targetting while bashing, and does not otherwise alter its demonic status in any way.

- Safe commands and communication no longer stop the following:
- Standing a totem
- Assuming an Aspect
- Monolith controlling
- Capturing and befriending pets
- Training pets
- Prismatic barrier
- Strangle and wedge (Warding)
- Carving a notch (Knifeplay)
- Bardic crafting (Artistry)
- Immunity (Kaido)
- Powercalling (Survival)

- RINGTELLS FULL should work now

- New aspect-only command: MONOLITHS - displays the monolith list from ASPECTS

- The commands ENEMY, ALLY, UNENEMY, and UNALLY no longer include titles

- You can now use WRITEREVLOG to write to city, council, and towne revenue logs. All those who can read the logs can also write to them

- Similarly, WRITEMILLOG and WRITEMILLOG CIRCLE exists for the War ministry. Specifying the city records the notice only for that city, specifying the word 'circle' adds the notice to all two cities and councils within the circle

- RELEASE BUTTERFLIES should show correct messages now

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 16th of Aequitas, in the year 654 AD.

Bug fixes and other adjustments

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1912
Date: 12/12/2011 at 19:46
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: Bug fixes and other adjustments

I have loaded a set of various bug fixes and other adjustments, details as follows:

Aspects
-------

- WARP should no longer move you into townes or rooms where you shouldn't be

Beastmastery
------------

- If your collared animal dies, calling it back will revive it instead of causing you to end up with two

- Hawks can no longer move indoors while flying - this applies to other mobiles as well, and it fixes some oddities with hoisting hawks

Bonding
-------

- LEAP is no longer possible while flying, and you will now land at the same elevation you leapt from (if possible)

Chivalry
--------

- A successful lance impale (Joust) now correctly causes damage

Concoctions
-----------

- The harvesting bonus provided by Naturalism, Trailblazing, and Desecration is now based on the lessons spent in these skills, instead of providing the full bonus even if the skill is at Inept.

- Fixed a rare problem that would prevent the speed elixir from working properly

- PLUCKing eagles no longer works while phased

Crystalism
----------

- CRYSTALHOME no longer works while hindered or off balance/equilibrium

Desecration
-----------

- WHIRLPOOL no longer affects graced individuals

- Treants no longer passively attack while implanting

- SPATTER should now correctly use the specified vial instead of the first available one

Devotion
--------

- PERFORM BLISS now defaults to its user if no target is given

Enslavery
---------

- Fixed a problem that was causing ORDER GIVE to not work

Fayth
-----

- SERAPH PRESENCES now respects veils and similar effects

Groves
------

- Bees should correctly break limbs once again

- Added the usual restrictions to GROVE ISOLATION, both when starting it and on completion

- Gold and resetting items can no longer be added to GROVE STORAGE, as this was causing various problems

- TAP QUARTERSTAFF now uses the wielded one correctly

- Groves can no longer be imprinted in rooms where overgrowth is in effect

Hunting
-------

- Masked snare and noose traps no longer show affmessages right away

Hypnosis
--------

- You can no longer ANALYSE gods

Kanai
-----

- Sensitivity from burning maidenhair shows correct messages now

Knifeplay
---------

- Attempting to carve a sitara no longer drains endurance if the process cannot be started

- CIRCLE now hits with the proper damage type

Malignosis
----------

- DEMON PRESENCES now respects veils and similar effects

- All demons are now properly removed when switching profession

Naturalism
----------

- UPROOT ticks now check the usual restrictions, and also drop shields and prismatic barriers

Necromancy
----------

- Lava rooms no longer affect blackwinded individuals

Runelore
--------

- WALL circles now correctly prevent guard movement

Spatium
-------

- WORM ENGULF OFF is no longer an aggressive action

- WORM SHADOWPLANT and WORM INSTILL is no longer stopped by shield

Taming
------

- You can no longer release collared pets - you need to remove the collar first

Tattoos
-------

- The TORCH tattoo defence is no longer removed when switching professions

- PRISM and BRAZIER tattoos now give the same message for out-of-area and logged-off targets

Trailblazing
------------

- Campgrounds will no longer attempt to give the caloric defence if it's already active

Warding
-------

- FLINTLIGHT now has the same balance cost for artifact and non-artifact glaives - the time was incorrectly higher for artifact ones

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 16th of Artificium, in the year 654 AD.

Last batch of November classlead changes

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1911
Date: 12/7/2011 at 18:58
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: Last batch of November classlead changes

In the final batch of the November classlead changes, the Naturalism skill has just received a sizable update. These new abilities have been added:
Imbue, Regenerate, Travel, Heal, Roots, Lash, Bewilder, Entangle, Entrap, Blank, and Barrier.

Travel and Entangle share the same AB help with the existing tree ability of the same name. Barrier has been moved to Naturalism from Groves, and remains otherwise identical, except that it no longer works inside a grove.

All of these are incompatible with groves - they cannot be activated inside one, and those that provide passive effects are paused while the druid is present in any grove. This applies to -all- groves, not only the druid's own one.

Any of these may be altered if it proves necessary.

This release concludes this classlead round. The next round is currently scheduled to start in the second half of January, but it is possible that it will get delayed if it would conflict with other projects that we may be doing at that time.

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 21st of Fas, in the year 654 AD.

November classlead changes, part 5

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1910
Date: 12/1/2011 at 19:47
From: Garryn
To : Everyone
Subj: November classlead changes, part 5

The fifth batch of classlead (as well as some additional ones) changes has just been released. Almost all reports have been addressed by now, the only remaining one, report 23, will be addressed in the next batch.

- New Wardance ability: Overwhelm

- Knife sigils have been reworked - they no longer break channels, throwing them at an individual now causes an effect that disables the 'cover tracks' and 'soulmask' defences for two minutes

- Cube sigils no longer dampen vibrations - they are now usable only by Runeguards, and they part water in the room when thrown at the ground

- Slam throw (Taekate) has been reworked - it now causes head damage and is not comboable with anything

- Soulquench (Deathkight Smithing) has been reworked - it now lasts 30 seconds and works against a single target

- You can now fashion up to 10 pieces of siege ammunition (bolts, cannonballs, shots, and nets) at once

- Having the Mount ability in Taming and being mounted on a steed trained in swimming at least to 50% now allows you to cross water with no delay (the effect is identical to wearing waterwalking boots).

- Changed some formulas related to defence stacking - most of you will not notice any difference, but some extremes should be reduced slightly

- New Survival ability: Resists

Regarding the Resists ability: it allows you to see all your damage resistances and weaknesses. It can also provide a detailed analysis of any single attack that you get hit with.

The main purpose of the Resists ability is to provide a better overview of which factors contribute most heavily to the damage resistances being as high as they presently are.

Garryn

Penned by my hand on the 4th of Aequitas, in the year 653 AD.

December Promotions

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1909
Date: 12/1/2011 at 0:25
From: Grael, the Worldsmith
To : Everyone
Subj: December Promotions

First off, congratulations to Dermon, Tathys, and Lalaith, winners of the 250, 500, and 1000 Credit prizes in the November Lottery!

Unfortunately, November has passed, so that means no more giftbags. Thankfully, an unrivaled credit sale is upon us throughout the month of December!

Starting today and lasting until the end of the year, all credit purchases will receive a 30% BONUS! That means if you buy 2000 Credits, you'll receive an extra 600 Credits for free! This bonus does stack with your Elite Membership, and will also apply to Big Credit Purchases, so if you're looking to really kit yourself out, contact Grael today for special rates on larger purchases!

In addition to the 30% Sale, Ironbeard will be paying a visit later on in the month.

Finally, starting today, log in for 21 Days throughout the month of December for a special prize unlike any we've given out before!

Penned by my hand on the 10th of Bellum, in the year 653 AD.

Giftbag Promotion Ending

ANNOUNCE NEWS #1908
Date: 11/30/2011 at 14:24
From: Grael, the Worldsmith
To : Everyone
Subj: Giftbag Promotion Ending

This is just a reminder that the November Giftbag Promotion ends
tonight! It's unlikely that giftbags will be available again for some
time, so get them while you can. Also make sure to turn in all of your
Lottery tickets at the Caanae Lottery Office before the end of the month, or you'll have absolutely no hope of winning the 1000 Credit grand prize!

Penned by my hand on the 25th of Artificium, in the year 653 AD.

Songs of the World

PUBLIC NEWS #3426
Date: 2/1/2012 at 17:39
From: Sealia Rhuidean, Aspiring Old Crone
To : Everyone
Subj: Songs of the World

Hello,

As Bards, we continually seek fragments of the lost song and attempt to understand the Song of the World. As time has shown, it has caused an almost innate sense of curiosity, particularly in history. We want to archive this history in form of songs. These songs will be available for all of Aetherius to learn and sing -whether you are a Bard or simply a lover of music.

Have you ever wondered what that strangely familiar song you hear on the wind is? Do you long to sing along but have forgotten the words? We are hoping to solve that problem. We are searching for individual songs about each god, songs of the seasons, and songs of the cities. These songs should capture various aspects and perhaps historical facts about each. Once we have these songs, we may branch out to other areas.

The Bards are reaching out to the public to help us accomplish this task. We want accurate songs with some diversity and realize in order to obtain the most pure, unbiased songs we must reach out to those who truly believe in the contents.

Please remember, your songs will be official, documented lore. Men and women will be singing these songs for centuries to come. This will bring honor and renown to your family.

Thank you,
~ S. Rhuidean

P.S. Yes. There will be monetary awards based on the quality of work. And, if any of you know me, I always pay very, very well.

Penned by my hand on the 11th of Bellum, in the year 658 AD.

Truth

PUBLIC NEWS #3425
Date: 1/23/2012 at 4:56
From: Lord Vaerom Tellaris
To : Everyone
Subj: Truth

People of Aetherius,

The world is certainly a treacherous and dangerous place.

You can choose to be led astray by those preaching truth
or you can embrace the Truth and be misled no more by the
supposedly holy. There is only one path one can take to
truly avoid being tainted and misled. The path of Truth
lies only in Death.

We of Death will never demand you to cleanse your soul for
all souls are clean and part of a greater whole.

It is your choice. You may choose to be blinded with sand
in your eyes, muddle about in the status quo or open your
heart, mind, and soul seek Truth and cast the veil of this
false existence aside.

For the good of all things cast aside the fallacies you
face daily. Only in Death can you feel no more pain or
misery. Seek the Truth Aetherius. Death will await you as
always.

In life lies Death,

Vaerom Tellaris

Penned by my hand on the 7th of Letum, in the year 658 AD.

Antioch Special

PUBLIC NEWS #3424
Date: 1/23/2012 at 4:28
From: Erus Luthyr Lokrien, the Eternal Shadow
To : Laia Sa'Gael
Subj: Antioch Special

Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha...

That is all.

Still with "tainted" ways,

L. Lokrien

Penned by my hand on the 7th of Letum, in the year 658 AD.

Public Amnesty

PUBLIC NEWS #3423
Date: 1/23/2012 at 4:22
From: Laia Sa'Gael
To : Everyone
Subj: Public Amnesty

The City of Antioch is officially declaring a public, blanket amnesty to all demoners and magickers who are currently enemied to our city and who wish to relinquish their tainted ways.

For a period of one year, any soul who is willing to give up magick and be cleansed within our fires will be unenemied and incitizened at no restriction or cost. They will also be freely welcomed within the Clerics, Wardancers, and Abhaen.

If you seek to begin a new life, please contact a member of the Antiochian Council.

Laia Sa'Gael
Farah of Antioch

Penned by my hand on the 7th of Letum, in the year 658 AD.

Redemption

PUBLIC NEWS #3422
Date: 1/23/2012 at 4:20
From: Neko Savann, the Blessed Guide
To : Everyone
Subj: Redemption

People of Aetherius,

The world is a treacherous and hurtful place.

Souls are wrenched and tormented by the strains of life, and darkened by the lies of power. Hearts are weakened by lies and anger and lead astray by the whims of the fickle.

If there be only hate and pain in this world, then so can mortals only be - evil and withered and decrepit.

That, fortunately, be not the case.

There is a place of peace and hope in this world, there is a place where the suffering and anguish of the soul can be assuaged.

This place is each of location, state of mind, and a state of heart.

Repent, you misled, tainted, and unholy.

Receive redemption and ultimate forgiveness by declaring yourself clean and misled no more.

Cleanse your spirit, for your own good, for the good of the world.

Find yourself.

Feel no more this pain, no more this misery, no more this darkness.

We who are pure welcome you to come home.

-N

Penned by my hand on the 6th of Letum, in the year 658 AD.

Contestation

PUBLIC NEWS #3421
Date: 1/5/2012 at 3:56
From: Luthyr Lokrien, The Dark Herald
To : Lord Sagron Savet
Subj: Contestation

Bravo,

After reading the compelling speeches from both parties, I feel that I should put my support towards Lord Sagron and I urge all of you sunstroked snugglers and cuddlers to do the same. I'm positive that he is capable enough to guide you atleast better than your current selection of leaders.

Also, I would appreciate if your Mukhtar Sandrina would burrow out of whatever hole she's in so I can collect her bounty. I've got to pay for my son Ryax's food and damn that boy can eat.

Blessings and all that stuff you people do,

L. Lokrien

Penned by my hand on the 24th of Solis, in the year 656 AD.

Contestation

PUBLIC NEWS #3420
Date: 1/5/2012 at 3:37
From: Lord Sagron Savet
To : Everyone
Subj: Contestation

Greetings Antioch,

I too would like to contest Grandmistress Gelf for her position as Mukhtar, but I feel my grounds are far more compelling than the trivial concerns raised by my opponent. For too long, this city has been split by a schism. An ideological divide that turns friend against neighbor, brother against sister and lover against lover.

I refer of course to the snuggling versus cuddling debate that has so badly divided this city for so long. For centuries, I've sat idly by as the two camps grew further and further apart, leaders standing idly by and only the good people at pounce and fondle even trying to build bridges. The situation has grown so dire that the other month I was phased at the Shuk for thirty entire seconds before I saw a torrent of public displays of affection. Thirty. Seconds.

I'll give you a moment to let that sink in.

This city cries out for a leader. Elect me as Mukhtar and I pledge to lead a renaissance of snuggling, driving the misguided cuddling fanatics from your streets. I eagerly await my unanimous elevation to the ruling council.

Lord Sagron Savet
*pole

Penned by my hand on the 24th of Solis, in the year 656 AD.

Contestation

PUBLIC NEWS #3419
Date: 1/5/2012 at 0:52
From: The Lion, Sidartha Guat'ama, Bringer of Rain
To : Everyone
Subj: Contestation

Greetings Antioch
I am Sidartha and I know most of you fairly well. I have contested Grandmistress Gelf for her current Mukhtar position on the grounds that she isn't around often enough to do her job to the best it can be done. I am not only here often, but I am constantly active while I'm here. I feel that defending the city from enemies, both politically and physically, is a job for the strong and at the very least the willing. I am both and would like to have the chance to represent you all. If win I will not only continue to defend Antioch with my life and soul, but be able to do it to a fuller extent.
Thank you for your time.
Sidartha Guat'ama
*post

Penned by my hand on the 21st of Solis, in the year 656 AD.

Kailynn Eldundari, My apologies

PUBLIC NEWS #3418
Date: 12/16/2011 at 19:24
From: Pious Kailynn Eldunari, of the Third Order
To : Everyone
Subj: Kailynn Eldundari, My apologies

My apologies, As we all know I am a rather...opinionated young mind. At this time I will make a formal apology to the Shallahites that I have offended and hurt during my seek of enlightenment. I only sought to understand. I have failed there, and as I have failed I see now that somethings are rather left open to others opinions, including those of a Divine. Wether they be right or wrong they are their views and not mine and it is not my place to tell them that they are wrong, nor theirs to tell me my thoughts and beliefs are wrong. So I humbly apologize for my prior actions.
With His Light,
Kailynn Eldundari

Penned by my hand on the 11th of Letum, in the year 656 AD.

In Service

PUBLIC NEWS #3417
Date: 11/8/2011 at 23:47
From: Neko Savann, the Blessed Guide
To : Everyone
Subj: In Service

Greetings, Aetherius.

Loathe am I to post in the public forum, and forgiveness is in order due the tardy nature of this posting, but it is necessary that I speak to you briefly.

In today's world, there are many vices and evils which might draw a mortal into their tightly wound coils. Corruption runs rampant, and threatens to take the pure, or even the mildly impure, and spread it awash with disease and ruin.

Of late, we have witnessed one very such instance. The Redwood has fallen further, from the simply misguided, to the deeply deceived. Many choose to remain and allow themselves to pursue this deception, and many flee, wishing no such part in it.

I stand here now to offer those of you who were once smudged by the mild taint of magick, and even those who were covered in the filth of demonology, a chance at a new and better life - one of virtue and service to others, of purity and clean spirit. Each and every one of the Khandavan refugees is welcome to join the order of Clerics.

While it is and has been my policy as the Blessed Guide to offer refuge to all wayward souls, no matter their circumstance, it holds even more true now that the whole world stands witness to the further degradation of a magickal land.

It is not my intention to cause harm, nor intend I to cause insult to any who do not wish to accept my welcome. I only hope that in time you will see my offer as a gift, rather than a threat to your individuality. Please, for the good of your own self, come home, and see what warmth our family might offer you.

In Service,
Neko Savann, Blessed Guide

Penned by my hand on the 11th of Letum, in the year 652 AD.

The Future

PUBLIC NEWS #3416
Date: 11/6/2011 at 14:36
From: Erro Covenia
To : Wynnd Arivan
Subj: The Future

Your words are as hollow as your actions. You spout rhetoric and attack the dead, fearing the future as if you had any other option.

For too long you have sat idle with the trees in a stagnant relationship with no benefit.

For too long you have claimed to defend nature, yet you require the forests themselves to protect you.

The Silvari hide behind the trees, using their vantage to peer out at a world that has forgotten them.

The Animists are misguided, confused children of a stonework forest that haven't the slightest idea of the truths of the natural world.

There will be no threats, no trading of blows as if this were a war that has yet to be fought. The ending has been written in the skies as surely as if Suhkder itself scrawled the words.

We have won. Nature has adapted, grown strong in the cowardice of her servants and we have wrapped a closed fist around her, projecting the power of the Pit through the natural world to embody a force this world has never before seen.

You should prepare for your lives as they will be in our passing, for we will not pause to recite litany over your corpse.

Penned by my hand on the 4th of Aequitas, in the year 651 AD.

Khandava's threat

PUBLIC NEWS #3415
Date: 11/6/2011 at 14:07
From: Wynnd Arivan
To : Everyone
Subj: Khandava's threat

Khandava and your new friends,

You misunderstand our actions to the taint that you have infested in our forests. We are the guardians of Nature, and we will do what is needed to protect our forests. Like any tree or plant that gets sick, sometimes it is just best to remove the infected area to allow the rest of the plant or tree to survive. Petrification is never a measure of protection. If anything you are preventing growth. If you knew anything about Nature, you would know that it grows continuously and the absence of growth means death.

You wish to kill us for protecting our forests and weeping for the loss of yours. That will not prevent us from doing our jobs. We will continue. Your threats are weak and predictable. We are not afraid of you. We as the guardians of Nature will do what is needed to protect her. To ensure her growth and vitality.

This comes from those that love the forests and Nature with all our hearts. We will not allow it to be harmed by any means, nor allow you to supposedly improve on it.

Wynnd Arivan

Penned by my hand on the 4th of Aequitas, in the year 651 AD.

Felling

PUBLIC NEWS #3414
Date: 11/6/2011 at 0:53
From: Ahkan Elith, Ultimatum of Sukhder
To : Everyone
Subj: Felling

To those we left behind,

Your whimpers have reached the ears of the Diaconate and we have a response for you: "Stop cutting down trees."

It never occurred to us that we would have to explain to the forest Council of Celidon and the Animists that taking an axe to a tree does not constitute defending nature. I cannot determine if these actions are born of ignorance, laziness or sheer stupidity. It is of little consequence. You are lax in your duties as the guardians of nature. In your place, Khandava shall succeed where you have failed. Those who are felling shall themselves fall. Consider this your warning.

--The Ultimatum of Sukhder.

Penned by my hand on the 15th of Bellum, in the year 651 AD.

Khandava

PUBLIC NEWS #3413
Date: 11/4/2011 at 0:10
From: Apothecary Lemuela, Deacon of the First Order
To : Everyone
Subj: Khandava

To the citizens of Khandava that wake to find their home uprooted, their guilds destroyed, and their most sacred redwood forest that once protected and nurtured their ancestors that Celidon is not the only nature council left in Aetherius. The northern Pines has always been a sanctuary and home for hundreds who grew tired of dictators, corruption, and the destructive power of magick.

Look around you, citizens of the redwoods, and ask yourselves if the taint of magick could grow so dark to twist the very trees that have stood for centuries then what must it be doing to your insides. Your very heart and soul slowly twisted into blackness until even what you have loved is destroyed. You now know what we have known and with open eyes can see the destructive power magick has upon the land in irresponsible, power-hungry hands.

Now is the time to reject this magick as you're forced to choose between a pact with demons within a twisted forest or to start over in a place that is safe from that cursed land. Cast it away and join the Pines as a redeemed soul who has learned the true nature of magick and its destruction.

May the Light find and guide you....
Lemuela

Penned by my hand on the 17th of Halitus, in the year 651 AD.

Forestal Beings Formerly of Khandava

PUBLIC NEWS #3412
Date: 11/3/2011 at 22:02
From: Tucker Faris, the Wild Platypus
To : Everyone
Subj: Forestal Beings Formerly of Khandava

As one of Celidon's Advisors and Guildmaster of the Silvari, I extend a hand of comfort and welcome to those fleeing the tainted land and guilds of Khandava. Celidon, the last remaining nature council, is home to a healthy forest and thriving wildlife. The Arboreals and Silvari were once one; now we must unite again to protect what we hold dear.

Feel free to speak to myself or any of those able to inguild in the Silvari if you would like to return to a Druidic community, and likewise for the council of Celidon.

May the Wilds be with you,
Tucker Faris

Penned by my hand on the 15th of Halitus, in the year 651 AD.

Invitation

PUBLIC NEWS #3411
Date: 11/3/2011 at 20:08
From: Curator, Madame Collette Yir'Shualle of the Silver
To : Everyone
Subj: Invitation

Strong is the man or woman who revels in Nature's life beneath Aryana's kindly glance or recognizes Nature's intricate changes throughout the Seasons beneath Moradeim's light.

The lost druids of the guild formerly known as the Arboreals are welcome amongst us Animists of Kinsarmar.

The reason why the universe is eternal is that it does not live for itself - it gives life to others as it transforms. But this is not evolution, it is naturalism.

Penned by my hand on the 13th of Halitus, in the year 651 AD.

Khandava

PUBLIC NEWS #3410
Date: 11/3/2011 at 17:42
From: Lionas Sol'Anlumaire, Redwood Blight
To : Everyone
Subj: Khandava

Aetherius,

No longer will Khandava burden itself with the protection of Nature that works to harm itself while giving little in return, nor will the Twisted Forest continue to align itself to organizations that serve only to further its burden. The Council of Khandava has grown, evolved beyond the lost cause it once was to take a higher place on the world stage. However, it cannot be said that we are without souls, and as such we will provide limited opportunity for the mortal race to reconcile with this new order.

Those that are currently enemied to the Council of Khandava may petition, individually, for their status to be reconsidered. Any persons that have investment in property in Khandava may petition to have it purchased by the council, if their weakness requires they distance themselves from the new order. Any persons having animals within our kennels or stables that wish to remove them will be given opportunity. Those with gold in our bank will be given limited opportunity to remove it.

All requests may be submitted to the Prophet or the council of Deacons.

--
Lionas Sol'Anlumaire, Redwood Blight

Penned by my hand on the 10th of Halitus, in the year 651 AD.

Stavenn's enemies

PUBLIC NEWS #3409
Date: 11/2/2011 at 12:52
From: Imperator Kari Farrell, the Wicked
To : Everyone
Subj: Stavenn's enemies

Greetings,

Recently we went through all of Stavenn's enemy list. Some of you were un-enemy, some not, and some re-enemy.

Those who were re-enemy either had their name down in a scroll for actions against the Empire, or you were NOT part of an unwelcomed Organization.

Those of you who were un-enemy do not send me thank you messages or tells. We un-enemy nearly two-thousand people, and I don't really care for a message for them. Your welcome is all I'll say to that.

Those of you who are still enemy, you'll only have it removed if you either apply for Guest status and are approved, or you join the Empire. If you are not planning for either don't bother messaging me or my Ephors, we will say the same thing in person.

Thank you for your time,

Lady Kari Farrell, Imperator

Penned by my hand on the 7th of Solis, in the year 651 AD.

A Call for Vengeance

PUBLIC NEWS #3408
Date: 10/1/2011 at 1:04
From: Dutthryn, a Dwarven General
To : Everyone
Subj: A Call for Vengeance

Adventurers! Heroes! The civilized world requires your aid.

Our holdings in the east have been overrun by a max exodus of orcs, ogres, giants, and goblins from their mountain holdfasts above us. I know not why they have made this journey, but we observed them traveling in large numbers, carrying vast amounts of supplies.

So sudden and so quick have been their preparations, they have already begun the construction of forts in the western lowlands of Atherius. This cannot be tolerated.

The survivors of my people have tasked me with the supplies of vengeance and destruction, but we are unable to provide the soldiers as we are in the process of rebuilding. That is where you come in.

I will be waiting at the western gate of the Ruins of Caanae. Come to me, and allow me to provide you with the tools you will need to defend against this foul incursion. We will not allow the Horde to supplant us!

Penned by my hand on the 4th of Ultio, in the year 648 AD.

Galt's posting

PUBLIC NEWS #3407
Date: 9/22/2011 at 1:39
From: Knight Apprentice Elyssa Blackmoor
To : Everyone
Subj: Galt's posting

I am writing in response to Galt's posting regarding the situation between Insinyan, my father, and I. I almost didn't reply but he's putting it all in such a bad light that I'd like my voice heard. Please bear with me as I am not a very talented public speaker, rather shy, and have never posted anything before. I'll try to make this short and sweet, you've had enough wordy posts lately. I also wanted to apologize because this has been given FAR too much attention over city channel and now over the news.
1. No one encouraged me to exaggerate what happened with Insinyan. It is foolish to assume that. 2. My father encouraged me NOT to press charges against Insinyan. 3. I was informed that I could press charges against someone if they comitted a crime against me and I did, just as Insinyan did.4. There is some perversion going on behind these city walls, but it's not being inflicted upon justice. 5. No one was trying to help me get 'my daddy' off the hook. The people I spoke with were trying to gather evidence and get to the bottom of a bad situation for all involved. They were fair, professional, and respectful of a delicate situation. I am proud of all who were involved in the investigation. It was a real learning experience to see how the legal system works (tho I do hope I don't see it again for a LONG while!).
I'd like to move on peacefully, quietly, and I wish everyone involved health, happiness, and prosperity. Even Galt. If anyone has anything else to say, I'd really appreciate it if it could be done in a less public forum. The situation is done and over with and both parties who've done wrong are dealing with the consequences.
Respectfully,
Elyssa Blackmoor
quit

Penned by my hand on the 14th of Vita, in the year 648 AD.

The Parasitic Spore

EVENTS NEWS #153
Date: 1/26/2012 at 8:44
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The Parasitic Spore

At the request of the Prophet of Khandava, Roudimus had finished his task in finding a method to warp the fabric of the Redwood forest to properly reflect Khandava's current philosophy. Unsure of how the territory of the council would be affected, Roudimus informed the Deacons of Khandava about his findings and allowed them to begin the process of transforming the council and forest. What began as a single entity in Monarch square has quickly expanded, within days covering the majority of the council in green spores.

Unintentionally, a Druid passing through one of the few parts of the infected Khandava Forest became a carrier of the spores and spread the parasite into the Western Celidon. Khandava had been warned against stopping the spores from getting a taste of the fir and evergreen as it had been cultivated to assist Khandava's transformation.

As Western Celidon saw more and more people come to investigate the forest, they too began infecting other clean forests with little care taken in their hygiene. Within a week of the start from Monarch square, all forests were touched by the spore parasite, causing despair in all mortals.

As the spore took root in the forests, Ithaqua was ill with this green blight as its touch had twisted its dark forest within the council. Buoyed with fear, they rushed forward to find a cure. Seeking knowledge on how the spore functioned, Ithaquans found Kinsarmarians studying the spores deep in the forests. Pooling the knowledge together, they found out the spores also failed in their own defence against those who would seek to harm the forest.

Meanwhile, the Khandavans noted that the extermination in their forests was absolute in stopping the spore spread. Fearing that extermination was due to the spores, a Kinsarmarian Animist thought to rejuvenate the Khandavan forest, which only served to twist the redwood further and benefit the Deadwood Council.

Many fires were started across Aetherius with some mortals hearing whining sounds emanate from hot spores, yet it had little effect on the growth. Quickly did Celidon decry such actions against the very heart of the forest and worked hardest in trying to find a cure that did no harm to the undergrowth. As mortals tried to find a cure, they sought out various knowledgeable guardians within the confines of their cities, and although many tried to help, only the research of Ineli, the academic, has revealed clear that the spores were infested with demonic taint and that only extreme heat could cure Aetherius of this disease.

With renewed vigour, the inhabitants of Ithaqua cleared their council and the surrounding forests, and also spread the news to their allies within the desert city of Antioch. Despite the efforts of some who, ignoring their personal hygiene, began spreading the spores in unaffected areas, the combined efforts quickly cleared forests of this menace. Not satisfied with a cure that involved walking and meticulously examining every tree, the dwellers of Celidon, aided by Rythanis, were able to concoct together an air-borne attack against the spores. As Ithaqua toiled, Celidon added the finishing touches to the smoke that was carried in the air and caused all spores to fall to their deaths, unable to reattach to their host trees.

The damage, however, has already been done. Assaulted by both the spores and the neverending fires, the spirits of the forest have diminished. Greatly weakened, they lost their ability to rally nature against those who would seek to harm it. Likewise, the once proud redwoods of Khandava are now gone for good, replaced by twisted abominations of the Deadwood.

With the spirits of the forests now dormant, will the mortal defenders be able to step up and protect the nature that they have sworn to protect?

Ithaqua sought to prove their worth with a ritual that would strip the infestation out of their twisted dark forest. With ritualists gathered, green-tinged ooze came out of the infected trees and congealed within one of the Idrasi. Seeing the plague leave their dark forest, the Ithaquans quickly shred the Idrasi's body to pieces and burned it, destroying the last remnants of the spores.

With the threat of the spores repealed and its mark lasting for years to come, the present times are proving to be truly desperate indeed. Will the mortal-kind be able to vanquish the next threat?

Penned by my hand on the 8th of Fas, in the year 658 AD.

Cannibalism at the Kw'aad Family Farm

EVENTS NEWS #152
Date: 10/5/2011 at 1:09
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: Cannibalism at the Kw'aad Family Farm

In the month of Vita, in the year 649 AD, a drunken man named Blandus Kw'aad yelled across the streets of Stavenn claiming to have almost been the victim of cannibalism. After wandering about, he finally came across Kabaal S'Sylistha who took an interest in his bizarre story. He spun the tale of his niece Gamila, from whom he had narrowly escaped, and her plot for talking others into using moonshine to lure Blandus from Trevka into the family cellar. There Gamila lies in wait, craving both meals of blood but especially the flesh of dear Uncle Blandus.

Determined to save a man under the protection of the Empire, Kabaal bravely went in search of Gamila. Upon meeting with the girl, who brazenly sized him up like a large steak on a dinner plate, Kabaal was joined by Zith and after much consultation decided they might employ her and her talents within the Empire. A young cannibal to unleash as a weapon of war was so promising a prospect that Imperator Kari was brought into the discussions. However, Kari wasn't thrilled by the girl's excitement at a third possibility for dinner, nor was she keen on Gamila's apparent mental instability.

Kabaal and Zith were not so quick to judge and struck a deal with Gamila to bring her Uncle Blandus around for dinner in exchange for her service to Stavenn. It seemed Blandus Kw'aad was doomed from the beginning as the two men delivered the meal to Gamila and watched as she ate with satisfaction. Though kept at the Kw'aad Family Farm at the request of her mother Benigna, Gamila was henceforth commissioned to serve Stavenn and to eat her fill of the bodies brought to her. In an ironic twist of fate, Gamila was quite happy when the first body brought to her was none other than the Imperator herself.

Penned by my hand on the 25th of Vita, in the year 649 AD.

Kobold bandits in the Heartlands

EVENTS NEWS #151
Date: 9/20/2011 at 9:51
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: Kobold bandits in the Heartlands

Traveling through the Heartlands, peaceful farmers got lost and found themselves caught by a gang of kobolds, who had camped in a copse there. Luckily for them a brave little boy named Sator managed to run away and went looking for help. Poor thing had to run to the very Kinsarmar, not having met anyone to help on his way, the brave citizens of which, namely Tryon Swiftpaw, Leax Iyavere, Daegun Eldunari and Ellania Iyavere, were eager to help the courageous little boy and followed him all the way back to the Heartlands.

Having arrived to the spot, they found a young farmer Tiag who was trying in vain to free his wife Osia from the kobolds leader. The justice was swift, and while the men rescued Osia and cleared the place from the gang members, Ellania took care of the boy, comforting him. After the happy reunion of the family, Sir Daegun gave a ring to the brave Sator, calling him the Page, and having great expectations of him in future. Having searched the area twice to be sure the family is finally safe, the Kinsarmarians left the proud parents and the happy boy to rest and to dream of the honorable path of a knight in shining armour.

Penned by my hand on the 24th of Letum, in the year 648 AD.

Schrov'ik War Camp!

EVENTS NEWS #150
Date: 9/9/2011 at 7:16
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: Schrov'ik War Camp!

In the month of Vita 647 AD, a lone orc sergeant marched on Kinsarmar and demanded that its citizens surrender in the name of his commander, Vorynag. Without a thought, the citizens of Kinsarmar slew the messenger and scoffed at his words. Not to be deterred, a personal bodyguard of the Commander paid a visit to Kinsarmar and warned them the new orc war camp was unbeatable. As soon as the orc relayed his message, Amamir cut him down as well.

Furious his threats and demands were unmet, Vorynag contacted Sorin of Kinsarmar and goaded him into what became a wager between the two newly-made rivals. If Sorin and his gang were able to defeat Vorynag's war camp then Vorynag would do the unthinkable and apologize to the City.

After many battles, Sorin, Greggory, and Ferriter stood before the defeated Commander who was defiant to the end. With much banter back and forth, the Commander revealed that he is in fact looking for worthy warriors to train his cadets. That is, as soon as he can recruit more! Refusing to budge, Sorin uttered these words unto Vorynag:

Sorin Sa'Gael says, "Let it be known, that from this point forward, any Horde incursion will be met with enough force to wipe out an entire race. My people tire of wounds on their children, as CHILDREN are the only ones you can harm."

His pride wounded, Vorynag did the only thing knew how to do. He called Greggory's bed 'girly' and promptly received an early demise. However, true to the wager, the camp's chef was sent out to announce two things. One, that Vorynag was sorry for attacking Kinsarmar. Two, that Greggory's bed was still 'girly', which ended both the orc's life as well as the whole sordid affair.

Penned by my hand on the 8th of Vita, in the year 647 AD.

The End...Finally

EVENTS NEWS #149
Date: 7/30/2011 at 0:07
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The End...Finally

Ora, the spectral bride of Dis still sought a way to the above world. She sought help from many, finally receiving assistance from a young boy. A group of Bards and the boy sought out her heart, the boy hoping to restore it to her. A small withered heart was found amongst the flowers of Lithi, and the boy dutifully took it. There was dissention and discussion about whether it was proper to restore it to Ora, and it was decided she should remain where she dwells.

The heart itself was more than it seemed, shifting and expanding into the notorious tarnished flute. The flute was drawn to Leax Iyavere, and it appeared within his hands. There was a fear voiced by Tomast, that the instrument would be detrimental to the waters of the Springs. When the Soul of Music was slain by the flute, his wife would not allow his body to be submerged. His corpse pulsed with a sickly green light, causing his own bride much alarm. When he reemerged into the land of the living, the flute itself was gone.

Days passed, and Leax adapted a strange green glow. Sealia Rhuidean sought the advice of Shaline, the Medium of Velin. The advice of the medium was succinct and simple. After advising Leax he was carrying a spiritual parasite she rid him of it, the glow coalescing into the tarnished flute. Shaline matter-of-factly told them to destroy the flute, and to kill the strange cat that seemed to be plaguing them. The bards accepted this advice and did as she recommended. When Shaline pronounced Leax free of the parasite, she further advised them to seal up the temple within the Areish.

The group from Kinsarmar boldly marched through the mountains, cleverly using their skills and those of a mage to seal the entrance with the rubble of stone walls.

Despite the efforts of all involved, the spirits are angry. Disturbed from their slumber, the spirit guides now seek blood. This narrator shudders to think what could have occurred however, if the wanderer had not been bound and his talismans destroyed.

Penned by my hand on the 17th of Aequitas, in the year 643 AD.

The Heart

EVENTS NEWS #148
Date: 7/27/2011 at 2:39
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The Heart

Though Kvand the Wandering has been brought low by the frozen sentinels of the north, there are those that still seek him out. Many bards believe that he is not bound and is still inhabiting the plane of mortals. A strange kitten has been seen wandering the grounds of the Blue Temple and there are some convinced it holds a piece of the wanderer. It was discovered that Kvand spoke to a bard prior to the ritual, telling the bard he had a gift for him.

High upon a cliff, above the pounding of the salted waves, there was a little plant with pink flowers, the remnants of a tragic wedding. A heart was concealed beneath the leaves and found by Leax Iyavere, who touched it, much to his dismay.

Penned by my hand on the 23rd of Halitus, in the year 643 AD.

The Binding

EVENTS NEWS #147
Date: 7/26/2011 at 19:12
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The Binding

The pestiferous wanderings of the one known as Kvand were brought to an end by a frosted handful of Ithaquans. Zophael, the Heart of the Ironwood, Kevadrin Dolluson, Jazyra Dhevar, Adelena Mirirawen and Relg Bonecaster undertook a journey from the frozen north into the Areish mountains. The path brought them to the foot of the Blue Temple. A motley collection of others were in assembly, speaking to Kvand the Wandering who spoke pleasantly in turn to them.

Kvand invited the Ithaquans into the Blue Temple, a place which he claimed for himself. Within a pitch-black alcove Zophael built a fire. He had a group of plants and herbs in his hands and began speaking of them. Kvand laughed, believing he was hearing a lesson on flora when he was suddenly bound tightly with ropes and secured to Adelena. It was soon realized that Adelena was to die along with the wanderer. Relg Bonecaster was in possession of a golden ring, given to him by Jazyra Dhevar. The ring had been previously stolen from Kvand when Jazyra obligingly sent him to Dis. As Relg moved to throw the ring into the flames, Kvand snatched the ring up and tossed it to the flames himself. Speaking in an icy tongue, the shamans from the Pines completed the binding of the wanderer. The shade of a blue-eyed woman emerged from the wall, smiling at Relg Bonecaster as she gathered Kvand in her arms, disappearing into the walls with him.

To the disbelief and dismay of the others in attendance, the Ithaquans were stoic. The frozen sentinels declared the wanderer bound and departed for their cold abode.

Penned by my hand on the 15th of Halitus, in the year 643 AD.

The Bride

EVENTS NEWS #146
Date: 7/26/2011 at 1:46
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The Bride

In the Underworld resides the tragic figure of a once beautiful bride named Ora. Her fate appears tied to her lost wedding ring, and a red stain upon the bodice of her white gown. Her sobs and tears resound through the streets of Dis, rattling the fell beasts.

Several have questioned Ora lately, regarding the similarity in the wedding ring she seeks and one that Kvand the Wanderer carries. A deep seeded fear has kept her silent for months until she finally spoke with Laila Ashtear. The weeping maiden told her tale.

It was revealed she did have a connection to the wanderer known as Kvand. She was his intended bride and she adored him. In the days before their wedding, Ora came upon her beloved sleeping soundly. As always, cradled in his arms was a tarnished flute of silver. The bride wanted to please him, and thought she should begin her duty to him. She took up the flute and polished it to a high and brilliant shine.

Kvand awoke to see his precious flute glittering like new. He said nothing to Ora, not a word of thanks or acknowledgement. The day of their wedding dawned sunlit and beautiful. He led her to a watery edge, smiling down into her innocent face.

He gathered his bride into his embrace, and smiled down at her in her beautiful wedding gown. He laughed softly and whispered, "You touched my heart, and I will touch yours." He plunged a knife into her chest and did just that.

Ora revealed he had been traveling to Dis, laughing at her and taunting her. She believed Kvand still held her heart, as well as the wedding band she had intended to give him.

Penned by my hand on the 23rd of Solis, in the year 643 AD.

and he continues to wander...

EVENTS NEWS #145
Date: 7/25/2011 at 21:26
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: and he continues to wander...

Over the course of the past few months, the wanderer now known as Kvand has made his presence known to many. He set a course for the city of the Five Towers, keeping a respectful distance all the while. He spoke to several citizens, keeping up a light and pleasant conversation. He seemed interested in the Bards of Kinsarmar and their performances and in their instruments. He spoke of a casual acquaintance with Lyridae, the Journeyman. Despite his charismatic persuasions a few remained skeptical of his presence and imposed limitations on his freedom within the city. He departed without incident shortly thereafter.

Lyridae the Journeyman, a well-known tutor of the Bards, spoke with his guild, explaining how he knew Kvand in their youth. The young Kvand was arrogant and impatient, often in trouble for his lack of sincerity and focus. Lyridae explained that they only studied together a short time, for Kvand ended his scholarship and disappeared. The Journeyman was disdainful of Kvand, and intimated that he should not be trusted.

Meanwhile back in Ithaqua...

The Bonecasters have concluded that Kvand is not a mere mortal. An accord was reached between several that the Wanderer is not merely a traveler upon the land but a Walker, one who moves between the layered realms of the world. Through the insight of several honorable Ithaquans, a priestess of Anhir and Relg Bonecaster, it was determined that this wandering is eerily reminiscent of the great Troubler.

This wanderer has taken for his own residence the Blue Temple, the once sacred home of the Fallen Goddess. This has caused great concern. Kvand seems to be seeking and gaining information and power that allows him free reign in the Underworld, Rashirmir and the Spiritual realms.

There are intrigues layered with mystery. Many involved in this drama have yet to share their knowledge, and others still have lied about their involvement. Kvand the Wanderer does not appear to be the only consummate liar in this tale...

Penned by my hand on the 19th of Solis, in the year 643 AD.

Theft in the Snows

EVENTS NEWS #144
Date: 7/22/2011 at 20:37
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: Theft in the Snows

Late last month, a solitary traveler arrived in the frozen pines of Ithaqua. He came silently, walking the streets with the crunch of snow and ice under his boots. He claimed he was told to come by a cleric, and he was believed. The man spoke with Adelena, seeking knowledge of much and more. He wove a story of his life and travels, his words smooth and practiced. His tale was a stirring one, and in common with most of the residents of the frozen north. Adelena was cautious, untrusting at the first but the wanderer was silver-tongued. He spoke of spirits, of shamans and his curiosity. He was allowed to peruse the library, his excitement was tangible and he was profuse in his thanks. Seeking to join the icy halls of the Frostbringers, the man cajoled, acting the part of a sincere scholar and gained entrance.

The man spoke with the Wildgraf, the Heart of the Ironwood and others. He asked to be allowed to rest. The traveler feigned sleep until such a time as he was left alone. He slew Aepia, the Librarian and stole several books, tomes and manuscripts from their library of Ice and Snow. Writing a taunting note in the blood of his victim, the traveler absconded with his cache of books.

When the body was discovered a cry of alarm resounded through the pines. A small group comprised of Sulphius, Alabis and Wyna acted in accord with Tessurke to commune with the spirits in order to seek an understanding of what the traveler intended. They were shown a rough image of a cloaked man only briefly. A mournful tune was heard immediately after, causing much alarm.

The wandering traveler returned briefly, taunting those he encountered with promises to return the stolen volumes. He laughed, begging them to release him to return to Dis. They were not inclined to grant his request, asking instead for him to give over his own talisman, a silver flute. The Wildgraf took him hostage, yet the man slipped the hold and sliced his own neck upon the jagged sitara. As his warm blood seeped into the snow and ice, his body faded amidst the steam.

Does the traveler remain in Dis?

Penned by my hand on the 21st of Fas, in the year 643 AD.

Cleaning up the pieces

EVENTS NEWS #143
Date: 7/20/2011 at 20:35
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: Cleaning up the pieces

Days passed within the city of Antioch following the intrusions of the minstrel and his uncanny musical abilities. Though there was no more uncontrollable dancing, there was still the air of unease. After discussing it days prior with the Matron of Antioch, Kira Ashtear and Bina decided a ritual of cleansing would put both their minds at ease, and those of the citizens of the Holy City. With little time to spare, a prayer was prepared and the citizens of Antioch called forth to witness the blessings of their Patron Lord.

After a bit of confusion, many of those present within Antioch made their way to the Shuk to witness as Kira Ashtear called down the blessings of her God to aid in the protection of Antioch, and the removal of any possible remaining taint within her walls. A dark cloud hover menacingly overhead as Lord Vahin's powers were invoked, and ice and frost coated the city momentarily, bringing about the month's happenings to a possible resolution.

But though the city's concerns may have been for the moment relieved, the question still remains: Why did the traveling musician choose to lay such a claim at the feet of the Holy City, and will this be the last Antioch hears of him or his haunting melody?

Penned by my hand on the 23rd of Tenebrae, in the year 643 AD.

The Dance of the Locusts

EVENTS NEWS #142
Date: 7/20/2011 at 16:23
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The Dance of the Locusts

A mournful tune was heard throughout Antioch this day, the cheerless refrain of a lone flute. The melody began to stir the animals of the Sands as its song began to quicken, flowing into a lively composition. Throughout the sanded streets a loud buzzing from the sewers gave way to swarms of locusts rising from behind sealed grates. Confusion abounded, how were the locusts escaping? Several within Antioch began to stir and question. The indomitably fierce ladies known as Kira Ashtear, Hand of Vahin and the fiery Zerin Arkadis stormed over the streets, slaying the swarm and seeking answers. Kunew Savann, an adherent of Peace, sought a different remedy to the situation within the annals of the library.

A voice was heard, yelling over the walls and gates, and was answered by Kunew Savann who hoped to negotiate a peaceful resolve. The voice belonged to a vagabond, a traveling minstrel who continued to play his song which forced the city to dance amongst the bodies of the locusts. Kira, Zerin, Kunew and Raslin found the minstrel and questioned him. His answers were nonsensical and childish as he ranted and raved about the lack of musical joy within the city. Before he was slain, he spoke of deceptions within Antioch and of trusted liars. He begged to be dispatched to the Underworld, grasping his flute as he died.

Was this a silly exercise in musical futility and annoying minstrels, or possibly the beginning of an end. Questions surround the matriarch of Antioch, but will answers be easily given?

Penned by my hand on the 19th of Tenebrae, in the year 643 AD.

The Timeless Army

EVENTS NEWS #141
Date: 3/22/2011 at 16:21
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The Timeless Army

Early in the month of Fas, the kobold oracle of a reclusive tribe of kobolds ventured out from her colonies native cave located within the byley plains. After searching and wandering for several restless days, she came across the first signs of a village, only to find the traces of life hidden behind a massive boulder. With a bit of calling and crying for help, this poor kobold was able to call for the help was able to attract the attention of two forest natives. Greggory Shaolar and Krystalia Moonaires arrived seeking all they could from the wearied and panicked oracle. The oracle was able to impart her warning and what little knowledge she had, but, perhaps as a terrible act of foreshadowing, a small army of Demoners charged into the passive party and interrupted the meeting. One vital piece of information lingered however, a warning of armies of darkness soon to come.

Later that month, the inevitable events of the Oracles visions came to pass. All throughout Aetherius a tremor could be felt as a mild quake sent the Byley Plains into a tumultuous situation. The tremors unleashed a mudslide caused by the shaking earth and the harsh winter that had saturated the ground with an abundance of fresh water from the melting snow. While this tremor caused the obvious opening in the earth, it also cracked open a fissure in the caves below.

Investing this trembling, Ivekaesis & Greggory, unable to find the oracle, went to the only place where kobolds currently reside. They managed to locate Kharkhar, the kobold Shaman of the village near the Savannah. It was here, that they first learned that the army to come was a horde of demons, the likes of which had not been seen in the land since before the age of Awakening. Kharkhar was able to give them this little bit of information, and also locate, to his astonishment, the kobold that they spoke of.

After speaking briefly with the Oracle who had taken refuge in the Nogba Wetlands, Greggory along with Eludien, Kerax and Ivekaesis eagerly went to engage the army they knew was now drifting across the plains. After a few quick engagements and a realization of the severity of this threat, many others came to join in the fray including Andun, Iroth, Eamari, Atheriel, Dias, Kaeralyse and Oburi.

After many deaths suffered, the adventurers were able to collect the heads of well over a hundred of these ferocious demons. With a bit of help from the Oracle, they were able to locate the source of the incursion, and after much talk and discussion, a plan was devised to attempt to quickly seal off their gateway. With a bit of ingenuity, the group was able to temporarily seal the demons within the cave, as they prepared for a more elaborate plan to be rid of this hovel of demons forever.

The caves very foundation was weakened with the constant tremors and the violent combat taking place within. With the weakened foundation, the adventurers were forced to halt their efforts for the month and allow the ground to settle as the water evaporated in the early spring weather. It was however reluctantly that they settled with this situation, for many methods were attempted to hasten nature's effects, such as heat generated from crystalism, or removing the very moisture from the air with nature's aid. In the mean time, the Oracle had no home to return to as the caves and her tribe were made inaccessible when the cave was sealed, and with the Oracle's troubles momentarily abated, her curiosity was turned toward the settlement of kobolds. Her tribe had long thought that they were the last of their kind, and the party willingly obliged her as they took her to the kobold settlement in the Savannah. It was both a conversation of interest and intrigue, but the light mood would not last, as talks of relocating the Oracle's tribe to the Savannah were necessary, as not even the Oracle or Shaman knew how the adventurers plans would affect the cave or army. It was with these heavy topics that the talks faded, and the Oracle and Shaman retired to discuss further about their respective tribes.

A month passed rapidly, and with the land settled once again, they were able to resume their expedition into the caves to try and stop the oncoming army. By this point hundreds of demons had risen and now patrolled the Byley plains and the cave below. The Oracle contacted Greggory Shaolar again through the use of Kharkhar's apprentice, Dhark. A letter was sent to relay the message that the time was now, the ground had settled and the moisture had returned to its normal levels. The caves would be able to survive the plans that the eager adventurers had planned. They quickly took to the task and with the coordination of several mages were able to release a cataclysmic event as a dozen globes of elemental fire blasted open the cave once again, and the previously sealed demons that had been gathering in the caves spilled out into Aetherius again.

As the demonic incursion was being quelled, Stavenn began to play its first part in these events as Arvanian, Mishka and Fahrer began to assault the Kinsarmarian forces. This distraction was all that the demons needed, and less than a day later the army began to surge forward into the nearby settlements of Celidon and Kinsarmar. This assault was what it took for a coordinated effort to surge ahead, as it was these attacks that prompted the first unified response from Kinsarmar. The demons that lingered within the caves were quickly vanquished, and the haste of the adventurers almost rushed ahead prematurely as the lives of the kobold tribe were forgotten in their zealous purging of the demonic taint. The adventurers rushed hastily ahead and proceeded to use the same unfocused attack of many timed elemental explosions, but the fissure here was a more permanent cave structure and did not budge.

It was after that initial assault that the kobold Oracle first caught wind that the adventurers may have forgotten her tribe. She quickly pled with the leaders of the Kinsarmarian forces, and reminded them that she needed to evacuate her tribe. With this reminder, the forces rallied quickly to retrieve the Oracle and bring her to her people. They were able to quickly bring her back into the caves, where she was able to climb into the hidden crevices and talk part of her tribe into leaving. However, the numbers were far less than half, and only Kyr'crhx, the Chieftain's son was willing to leave of the notable kobolds in the tribe. While discussions continued and Dias, a Kinsarmarian representative attempted to speak with the tribe's hierarchy, Stavenn attempted another attack on the forces. This attack was quickly stopped as their allies rallied to their aid and the collective force of kobolds helped defend their allies. The Oracle once again was left pleading for more time and a delay despite the cave being open for demons to flood the realm. She was desperately trying to convince more of her tribe to leave the unsafe cave, and Kinsarmar, in their mercy, granted the Oracle this time.

It was some time later that the Oracle finally gave up on her efforts, and lacking appropriate foresight she waited too long to give up on this effort. While she had finally managed to persuade most of her tribe to evacuate the caves, she had waited so long as to allow time for the most ancient demons to rise to the surface of the fissure. She hastily contacted Kinsarmar again, asking for a swift escort from the cave, and offering her warning of the imminent danger.

The force which was gathered consisted of Yahiko, Ruwin, Seraiah, Ivekaesis, Eamari, Greggory, Pellerin, Kerax, Nagato, Ivellios, Mathiaus, Dias, Insinyan, Andun, Iroth, Atheriel, Kaeralyse and Oburi, which moved to evacuate the Oracle and her fellow tribe members to the kobold settlement. The refugees were awaiting the arrival of the forces, and the evacuation went off without much incident. Once the refugees were evacuated, the gathered forces made one last move to prepare and set forth to undertake the ancient demons that were now beginning to rise from the fissure.

The battle was fierce as dozens of the beztyr demons now roamed the paths of the caves and prowled the plains openly. Two ancient demons had managed to rise and while the party slew one without incident, the second weathered the onslaught of adventurers and was able to slay over half a dozen adventurers single-handedly. The party quickly regrouped and armed with more knowledge of their adversary was able to overwhelm the beast. Their preparations were well rehearsed and their supplies ready. After seeing the forces that were prepared to set forth across the land of Aetherius the group acted quickly to ready the bombs and charges it had prepared and worked to place them in strategic points. They worked to harness the weaker points of the fissure, and while the non-concentrated force from the holocaust globes was insufficient with their earlier attempt, this blast was not. The charges were placed well and fused together intricately with a length wick, but no chances were going to be taken when dealing with this problem and further bombs were thrown into the area at a distance to make sure that the bombs all ignited.

The cave began to shake and the whole of the plains rumbled as these charges violently detonated. Hundreds of tons of rubble were sent cascading into the fissure that had allowed the demons to escape. The boulders were not limited to just the fissure however, and rubble from the collapses now lines various parts of the cave.

The adventurers made sure that the caves were clear of demons, and since then, the kobold tribe has scouted the cave, and the forces made sure to clear the caves of remaining. As it stands, the kobolds that remained in the cave are now coming out of hiding and the relocated kobolds are making their way back home forever appreciative of the forces that saved their home, did so much for their people, and will last in their oral histories for many years to come.

Penned by my hand on the 17th of Solis, in the year 633 AD.

The Bloodworms of the Temple

EVENTS NEWS #140
Date: 2/26/2011 at 0:39
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The Bloodworms of the Temple

A young lamiran maiden began a journey, an expedition that would alter the future of her home and family. The maiden called Osilpe entered Antioch in search of various plants and knowledge. She came upon Seria Vuhuni, Welam Argarwaen, Avaeo Shinpachi and Blyth Shinpachi who spoke with her at length and provided her with the sought after plants. Curious, the group asked why the maiden was upon her journey and what her intentions were. The response was simple, a search of knowledge and herbs to assist in a cleansing. Osilpe asked about their means of taming creatures, and spoke with Kira Ashtear, who proved invaluable in the illustration of how this was done.

The maiden finally revealed herself to reside within the Temple of Reflections, within the depth of the ocean. She explained that her needs concerned the cleansing of an abomination that was virulent there. She was not more forth-coming, but asked that her actions not be revealed to the Queen.

The group grew concerned and decided to seek out the Temple beneath the waves. They were granted an audience with Queen Aluthiel. Surrounded by her myriad handmaidens, the Queen shared a little of the culture of those within the temple. The group of lamirans are a small sect that are dedicated to the worship of one they consider a Goddess, a water-spirit they refer to as Lady Alurosa. The Queen spoke of their culture, one revealed as corrupt and decadent to those who do not practice it. The maiden Osilpe arrived in the midst of this audience, filled with shame that the visitors would see the abomination that was her people.

After a final confrontation with Queen Aluthiel in front of Welam, Kira and Ozreas the maiden began the process of turning the bloodworms against the Temple residents. With herbs and instructing words, the worms consumed the Queen and her Court and began to destroy the temple. However the worms began to multiply and their reach extended beyond the depths of the waters. While not aggressive towards anyone, when slain they seemed to be multiplying. Was the result worth it for the lamiran maiden?

Penned by my hand on the 1st of Halitus, in the year 631 AD.

Stirrings in Al'drym Woods

EVENTS NEWS #139
Date: 1/18/2011 at 2:29
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: Stirrings in Al'drym Woods

On the 17th day of Naturalis, in the year 628 AD, a crippled elf named Zarenvin hobbled into Celidon announcing that a horrific beast had come into Al'drym Woods. He told a tale of a huge furry giant smashing through the thick briar patch to the south, revealing many new creatures which have been tainted by the evil mists of Al'drym Woods.

Brave Celidonians Jarrhn, Greggory, and Skifleure offered to venture into the woods only to find numerous spiders, insects, and other creatures infected by the spreading demonic mists. With the help of local centaur sages, Jarrhn and Greggory bravely quested to assist in the attempts to quell the infection in the creatures from the mists.

Raising more questions than answers, Taline a druid healer spoke of the origin of the mist being as of yet undiscovered. When will the source of the demonic mists of Al'drym Woods be found and what tainted evils will abound there?

Penned by my hand on the 18th of Naturalis, in the year 628 AD.

Stone Soup!

EVENTS NEWS #138
Date: 10/20/2010 at 23:25
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: Stone Soup!

Early in Letum, 621 AD, Mathyew was seen walking about Kinsarmar in search of a breath of fresh air. Stumbling upon a small grouping of Kinsarmarians, he began to amiably joke about remodelling the Taproom of the Harp when a nearby Mage guarding the Crossroads demanded Mathyew do something about the terrible soup he'd been given. Slander going back and forth, the crowd at the Crossroads began to grow larger as the argument grew more heated. Finally, a bystander stated that the mage would have to present proof of the claim that he'd found a rock within the soup he'd purchased earlier that month.

After a bit of goading, the Mage produced the offending rock much to Mathyew's dismay. With a great deal of distress, he beseeched Kinsarmar to help him discover why there was a rock within the Oyster soup he was so famous for. After all, he couldn't sell the soup if it was tampered or bad!

Ranai, Ariette, Macie, Pender, Mikihide, Merack and Morissa all followed Mathyew back to the Taproom when much to their dismay, they found Nikki playing with some of the pots and pans behind the counter! She tried to play it off, but Mathyew and the crew soon discovered that the broth had been tampered with. Those gathered quickly figured out that Nikki merely wanted to learn how to cook, and had been trying to learn behind Mathyew's back.

Disgruntled, Mathyew began to put the soup to rights as he listened to what Nikki wanted to try. Despite his frustration, he was honored and agreed to teach the Card mistress...so long as he didn't mess with his soup anymore!

Penned by my hand on the 7th of Ferinus, in the year 621 AD.

The Naughty One

EVENTS NEWS #137
Date: 10/13/2010 at 4:01
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The Naughty One

Over the past month, strange things have been afoot in Kinsarmar. The citizens have been pelted and assaulted with a variety of things, such as pickles, tomatoes, fish, shrimp and other odd things. It was unknown for a time who the culprit actually was until finally the source of the mischief could no longer resist being unknown.

It was the work of an imp, a fire elemental. His actions and words made him easily identifiable to Sorin who worried that if the imp was not caught once more, he would cause too much trouble or be in trouble himself. However the imp escaped Sorin at first, only to return to cause more trouble. He chose to throw bacon and taunt the residents until finally revealing himself to Ranai, Sorin and a few others. Sorin immediately took the situation in hand and picked the bad little imp up, with the little creature protesting the whole time and trying to appeal to Ranai with compliments.

Ranai and Sorin took the little imp to their Hall, after convincing the creature to give them his real name. They bound the imp using the elements, making him docile and bound to them both as well as the Mages.

Penned by my hand on the 20th of Artificium, in the year 620 AD.

A drunk, a mysterious island, and pirate treasure

EVENTS NEWS #136
Date: 9/19/2010 at 6:24
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: A drunk, a mysterious island, and pirate treasure

After traveling near the coast of the ocean and Aori and finding no one, Benbow the pirate drunkenly stumbled his way into the city of Antioch. Maksim was the first to come across the drunken pirate and after some small talk learned about a lost treasure in a pirate cave that he wants back. Others soon came to learn about this though some were more skeptical of others thinking it was just intoxicated stories or a plot to empty the city. After some time the group learned the island was near an old shipwreck and decided to venture out to see if the tale could be true. The group of Patek, Ortega and Kalcova were the first to discover Tavares Island and were soon joined and the exploration started to find the booty.

An inhabitant of the island gave them a clue which led them to a suspicious rock wall. After a great many ideas of both calm thoughts of digging to the more extreme of using explosives, Anatolia found the secret to opening the cave and exploring its secrets. The group was faced by a protective pirate though disposed of him very quickly and took the box they had found back to Benbow. Maksim gave the box to him and the pirate was overjoyed to have it returned however the group was less than amused when they learned what was in the box and the old drunk was slain by Patek, unable to enjoy his treasure for very long.

Penned by my hand on the 24th of Bellum, in the year 618 AD.

The Discovery of Mavitt Woods

EVENTS NEWS #135
Date: 6/1/2010 at 0:55
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: The Discovery of Mavitt Woods

Today, a barrage of caribou stormed Khandava. Each bull was more angry than the previous, and they attacked in a rage that was quite unlike the usual quiet animal. Their call was loud enough to be heard around the world, and soon the cries of the caribou cows joined in. Their plaintive cries were heart-wrenching, each call attempting to lure their calves home.

The calves had not gone to Khandava however, but were lured to a dark wood where a strange gryphon named Mahusala was feeding them to her babies and the juvenile creatures in the area. The first to enter the area was Kesler, though his wandering did not bring him to discover the whole of the forest. Shortly after, Maiken and Lionas led by Aleutia explored the wood further.

Penned by my hand on the 12th of Letum, in the year 610 AD.

Discovery of the Obelisks

EVENTS NEWS #134
Date: 5/9/2010 at 20:16
From: Anonymous
To : Everyone
Subj: Discovery of the Obelisks

The inhabitants of Aetherius have awakened to a very unusual sight. The air was filled with the sound of craskling energy, bolts of lightning were crossing the sky and hitting people, and the ground was shaking wildly. Puzzled, the adventurers began questioning the scholars around the lands, but nobody had any answers.

A lightning-filled day later, a bright series of lightnings has illuminated the skies, beating repeatedly into the ground in the Aoash hills. Many adventurers hurried to the location as soon as the lightnings subsided, and Aleutia was the first one to discover a small cave uncovered by the strike.

The cave, which still showed signs of having been inhabited many years ago, contained a long inscription carved into the rock, and several smaller carvings on the side. After an initial confusion, the gathered adventurers realized that the strange glyphs are actually an encoded message, and that the smaller carvings are clues.

Several groups of adventurers were working on decrypting the message, and they quickly discovered that the message has been written many centuries ago by one Dakhor Spilae, a scholar from the ancient Caanae. In the message, he claims to have built several powerful obelisks on power nodes that he has discovered on islands surrounding the continent. The obelisks supposedly drew on the power of the Diachaim to provide defensive measures for the city of Caanae.

He then went on to describe how the experiment backfired and the energy started discharging in lightning bolts, eventually leading to a large lightning bolt colliding with the then-whole moon itself. Dakhor's group has managed to disable the obelisks, but he was worried that they could eventually reactivate again. For this reason, he has prepared a way to have the lightning bolts discharge against sources of metallic rock, which then can be used to build power generators used to control the obelisks' power.

The plan was initiated by pushing a stone lever hidden in a chasm west from the Egeria forest. Ristani was the first one to discover the chasm in the Byley plains, and as he pushed the concealed lever, the crackling of energy was replaced by an ominous silence.

Before long, another bright lightning struck the ground in the Byley plains, followed by more strikes in the Ik'taru expanse and the Nogba wetlands. Each strike caused a chunk of the metallic rock to be separated, and the adventurers started pushing them into their home cities and councils.

The first chunks were claimed without much opposition, as the information about the rocks has not spread out yet. The very first rock was discovered by Oburi and pushed to the confines of the Stavenn Empire. Ristani found the second rock, delivering it into the city of Kinsarmar, while Dias delivered the third rock into the desert city of Antioch.

At that point, however, the adventurers realized that allowing their enemies free access to the mysterious rocks may not be in their best interests, and many of the subsequent rocks were only obtained at the cost of much bloodshed.

The desert city of Antioch had a significant advantage in numbers, and managed to seize most of the rocks for themselves. Despite an uneasy alliance that has formed between the users of pure magick and demonick magick, the city of Antioch has obtained the necessary number of rocks and the Minister of War, Guardas, ordered building of a generator. After the generator was completed, Ozreas and Anatolia led the assault against the Obelisk of Sukhder, successfully bringing it under Antioch's control.

The forest council of Khandava was the second one to collect the necessary metallic rocks and the construction of a generator has been initiated by Sanai, who has also led an assault against the Obelisk of Aryana.

As the situation stands now, the Empire of Stavenn and the Celidon Council have also completed their generators and seized an obelisk for themselves, while the city of Kinsarmar and the council of Ithaqua are busy finishing generators of their own. And as each of the factions seeks to usurp as much power as it possibly can, the conflict between them threatens to flare with renewed intensity.

Penned by my hand on the 5th of Fas, in the year 608 AD.