385YE Summer Solstice interlude - Revision history

Twiggy at 16:59, 16 March 2026

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	Following the Spring Equinox, an unfamiliar magical power pours out from the Anvil regio and blankets the entire Empire with Autumn magic. The effects of this magic will be detailed in Winds of Fortune.		Following the Spring Equinox, an unfamiliar magical power pours out from the Anvil regio and blankets the entire Empire with Autumn magic. The effects of this magic will be detailed in Winds of Fortune.

	[[Regrow the Land's Heart]] has been cast in [[Madruga]], and will help to contain the spread of the [[Enchanted#The_Thirsty_Grasses\|~~dessicating~~ blight]] on the Great Grasses.		[[Regrow the Land's Heart]] has been cast in [[Madruga]], and will help to contain the spread of the [[Enchanted#The_Thirsty_Grasses\|desiccating blight]] on the Great Grasses.

	===Everything Costs===		===Everything Costs===

Twiggy at 21:32, 4 March 2026

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	* '''Some ports give special bonuses or suffer special penalties'''		* '''Some ports give special bonuses or suffer special penalties'''
	* '''They can also take special actions such as engaging in independent action, or embarking on an adventure'''		* '''They can also take special actions such as engaging in independent action, or embarking on an adventure'''
	Certain trading destinations apply special effects if a fleet visits them, ~~summarized~~ on the [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_winds_of_fortune#Trade_Summary\|Spring Equinox]] wind of fortune. You can also read more about the Empire's foreign relations in the recent '''[[The falling sky]]''' wind of fortune.		Certain trading destinations apply special effects if a fleet visits them, summarised on the [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_winds_of_fortune#Trade_Summary\|Spring Equinox]] wind of fortune. You can also read more about the Empire's foreign relations in the recent '''[[The falling sky]]''' wind of fortune.

	Some fleets also have the opportunity to take part in special [[Fleet#Adventures\|adventures]] that provide specific rewards. These option are found in the downtime menu as dropdowns. If you don't want to do something specific, your fleet will automatically participate in [[Fleet#Take_Independent_Action\|privateering]] - the default independent action available to every fleet captain.		Some fleets also have the opportunity to take part in special [[Fleet#Adventures\|adventures]] that provide specific rewards. These option are found in the downtime menu as dropdowns. If you don't want to do something specific, your fleet will automatically participate in [[Fleet#Take_Independent_Action\|privateering]] - the default independent action available to every fleet captain.

	==Other Effects==		==Other Effects==
	Every season sees large-scale effects impact individuals and nations. Where possible we've ~~summarized~~ these effects here.		Every season sees large-scale effects impact individuals and nations. Where possible we've summarised these effects here.
	===Dho'uala's Tithe===		===Dho'uala's Tithe===
	* '''Fleets from Dawn, Varushka, and Holberg suffer a 1 rank penalty to production'''		* '''Fleets from Dawn, Varushka, and Holberg suffer a 1 rank penalty to production'''

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial army" to "[[Army"

2026-01-16T09:42:34Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial army" to "[[Army"

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	'''Downtime is due to close at midnight on Sunday 18th June.'''		'''Downtime is due to close at midnight on Sunday 18th June.'''
	==Warfare==		==Warfare==
	Any player whose character controls a [[military unit]] can choose from a number of downtime options. Left to their own devices, a military unit defaults to [[Military_unit#Take_Independent_Action\|paid work]] guaranteeing an income of herbs, ingots or measures, money, or mana crystals. Otherwise, they may log into the downtime system and choose to support an army or fortification, or assign to a special project such as a [[spy network]] or an [[Military_unit#Adventures\|adventure]]. Players who want to support one of the [[~~Imperial army~~\|Imperial armies]] can also read the [[Army_orders\|orders]] issued by each [[general]] before making their decision.		Any player whose character controls a [[military unit]] can choose from a number of downtime options. Left to their own devices, a military unit defaults to [[Military_unit#Take_Independent_Action\|paid work]] guaranteeing an income of herbs, ingots or measures, money, or mana crystals. Otherwise, they may log into the downtime system and choose to support an army or fortification, or assign to a special project such as a [[spy network]] or an [[Military_unit#Adventures\|adventure]]. Players who want to support one of the [[Army\|Imperial armies]] can also read the [[Army_orders\|orders]] issued by each [[general]] before making their decision.

	As always, the guidelines around discussing military matters online can be found [[Online#You_may_not_post_Military_Updates\|here]].		As always, the guidelines around discussing military matters online can be found [[Online#You_may_not_post_Military_Updates\|here]].

Twiggy at 01:30, 18 July 2025

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	* '''Highborn congregations receive an additional liao, 2 extra votes, and a crown of additional income'''		* '''Highborn congregations receive an additional liao, 2 extra votes, and a crown of additional income'''
	* '''League congregations preaching Ambition receive an additional liao and two additional votes in the synod'''		* '''League congregations preaching Ambition receive an additional liao and two additional votes in the synod'''
	This season there are several circumstances that ~~effect~~ the production of [[congregation\|congregations]] in the Empire. The ''Birthplace of the Way'' means that Highguard congregations gain an additional dose of liao, two additional votes in the Synod, and a crown of income until the end of the Winter Solstice 385YE as detailed in [[Full_of_sacred_sound#Neither_Beg_Nor_Fear\|Full of sacred sound]].		This season there are several circumstances that affect the production of [[congregation\|congregations]] in the Empire. The ''Birthplace of the Way'' means that Highguard congregations gain an additional dose of liao, two additional votes in the Synod, and a crown of income until the end of the Winter Solstice 385YE as detailed in [[Full_of_sacred_sound#Neither_Beg_Nor_Fear\|Full of sacred sound]].

	At the same time, congregations run by a League citizen [[Congregation#Downtime_Options\|preaching]] Ambition receive an additional [[liao]] and two additional votes in the Imperial Synod until the end of the Winter Solstice 385YE. This is explored in more depth in the [[Don%27t_blame_me#The_Price_of_Dreams\|Don't blame me]] wind of fortune.		At the same time, congregations run by a League citizen [[Congregation#Downtime_Options\|preaching]] Ambition receive an additional [[liao]] and two additional votes in the Imperial Synod until the end of the Winter Solstice 385YE. This is explored in more depth in the [[Don%27t_blame_me#The_Price_of_Dreams\|Don't blame me]] wind of fortune.

Twiggy at 22:08, 10 July 2025

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	* '''In return Tharim provides aid in the conquest of the Barrens'''		* '''In return Tharim provides aid in the conquest of the Barrens'''
	* '''Persists until the start of the Autumn Equinox 385YE'''		* '''Persists until the start of the Autumn Equinox 385YE'''
	At the [[384YE_Autumn_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Concord:_Black_Frost\|invitation of the Conclave]] [[Tharim]], the Bound King of [[the Thrice-cursed Court]] will [[Throw_back_the_echoes#Tharim\|feast on mana sites and farms across Dawn]], sending a black frost to wither crops ~~and~~ and draining the essence from crystals to satiate Tharim's endless hunger. All affected resources in the territory lose 36 rings or 1 mana crystal respectively until the end at the start of the Autumn Equinox 385YE. In return he will provide a cadre of steel-bound knights throughout this period to support any Dawnish army that attacks the Barrens, as determined by the enchantress '''Claudia Varkulova of House Remys'''.		At the [[384YE_Autumn_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Concord:_Black_Frost\|invitation of the Conclave]] [[Tharim]], the Bound King of [[the Thrice-cursed Court]] will [[Throw_back_the_echoes#Tharim\|feast on mana sites and farms across Dawn]], sending a black frost to wither crops and draining the essence from crystals to satiate Tharim's endless hunger. All affected resources in the territory lose 36 rings or 1 mana crystal respectively until the end at the start of the Autumn Equinox 385YE. In return he will provide a cadre of steel-bound knights throughout this period to support any Dawnish army that attacks the Barrens, as determined by the enchantress '''Claudia Varkulova of House Remys'''.
	===Good Neighbours===		===Good Neighbours===
	* '''Navarr in Therunin, Hercynia, Miaren, and Brocéliande can improve their herb gardens for 1 wain fewer than normal'''		* '''Navarr in Therunin, Hercynia, Miaren, and Brocéliande can improve their herb gardens for 1 wain fewer than normal'''

Dre at 23:24, 3 August 2023

2023-08-03T23:24:34Z

Rafferty: /* Runesmiths' Law */

2023-08-01T15:10:26Z

Runesmiths' Law

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	No new rituals were added to Urizen lore during the Spring Equinox.		No new rituals were added to Urizen lore during the Spring Equinox.
	==Runesmiths' Law==		==Runesmiths' Law==
	The schema for [[Redwall's Wrath]] was added to the collection at Runegrott, becoming part of Runesmiths' Law.		The schema for [[Redwall's Wrath]] was added to the collection at Runegrott, becoming part of Runesmiths' Law. the [[Icewalker's Anvil]], [[Eagle's Talon]], and [[Kingfisher's Promise]].

Rafferty: /* Runesmiths' Law */

2023-08-01T11:01:05Z

Runesmiths' Law

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	No new rituals were added to Urizen lore during the Spring Equinox.		No new rituals were added to Urizen lore during the Spring Equinox.
	==Runesmiths' Law==		==Runesmiths' Law==
	~~{{stub}}~~
	The schema for [[Redwall's Wrath]] was added to the collection at Runegrott, becoming part of Runesmiths' Law.		The schema for [[Redwall's Wrath]] was added to the collection at Runegrott, becoming part of Runesmiths' Law.

Rafferty: /* Imperial Lore */

2023-08-01T11:00:55Z

Imperial Lore

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	==Imperial Lore==		==Imperial Lore==
	~~{{stub}}~~
	Three rituals were put forward for inclusion in Imperial Lore during the Spring Equinox: The [[Grandmaster]] of the [[Rod and Shield]] [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Imperial Lore: Mantle of the Kriegszauberer\|proposed]] [[Mantle of the Kriegszauberer]], the Grandmaster of the [[Unfettered Mind]] [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Imperial Lore: Dreadful Ending\|presented]] [[Dreadful Ending]], and the [[Dean of the Lyceum]] [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Imperial Lore: Sorin's Chastising Touch\|presented]] [[Sorin's Chastising Touch]]. The thrones required for each ritual have been contributed, and the rituals are now available for any Imperial magician to master.		Three rituals were put forward for inclusion in Imperial Lore during the Spring Equinox: The [[Grandmaster]] of the [[Rod and Shield]] [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Imperial Lore: Mantle of the Kriegszauberer\|proposed]] [[Mantle of the Kriegszauberer]], the Grandmaster of the [[Unfettered Mind]] [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Imperial Lore: Dreadful Ending\|presented]] [[Dreadful Ending]], and the [[Dean of the Lyceum]] [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Imperial Lore: Sorin's Chastising Touch\|presented]] [[Sorin's Chastising Touch]]. The thrones required for each ritual have been contributed, and the rituals are now available for any Imperial magician to master.

Hailmur: /* Mandates */

2023-06-18T19:16:25Z

Mandates

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	There is also a boon to trade across the territory as beautiful works of art, finely crafted items, excellent quality pies, ales, and spirits are very much in demand. Every business resource in the Mournwold following the event will produce an additional 36 rings.		There is also a boon to trade across the territory as beautiful works of art, finely crafted items, excellent quality pies, ales, and spirits are very much in demand. Every business resource in the Mournwold following the event will produce an additional 36 rings.

			==A Contest of Imagination==
			At the Summer Solstice, the [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine\|Assembly of the Nine]] will receive submissions for an [[Blood_will_thicken#A_Contest_of_Imagination\|contest]] centred around a construction that will transform the city of Bastion into a beacon for pilgrims and supplant Timoj as the centre of the Way of Virtue.

			At the Spring Equinox 385YE, the [[Cardinal\|cardinals]] presented the Civil Service with the following details as to how this contest will be held.

			* The Assembly of the Nine will place a box in the Civil Service Hub to receive submissions
			* Submissions may be made up until 14:00 Saturday at the Summer Solstice 385YE
			* Submissions are limited to a single sheet of A4 paper
			* One side may contain sketches, illustrations or other artwork and should clearly identify the creator
			* The other side may contain text (please ensure any text is no smaller than 14-point, and uses a clear and legible font)
			* Submissions that do not adhere to these rules will not be considered for the contest

			The Assembly of the Nine will judge the submissions at their leisure and make their selection by submitting a [[Statement of Principle]] in the Assembly of the Nine clearly identifying the winner, and passing the winning submission onto the Civil Service.

			Any questions about the contest should be directed to the Assembly of the Nine. A list of all the current cardinals is available [[Cardinal#Incumbent\|here]] and will be posted on the wall of the [[Anvil#The_Hub\|Hub]] throughout the event.

			<box>'''<big>OOC Note'''</big><br>Empire includes a large element of hard skills - the success and triumphs that your character has on the field are often down to your abilities as a player, whether that's fighting in battle, trading in the Bourse or giving a speech in the Senate. For that reason we would politely ask participants to only submit original compositions created by participants in the game. This competition is a chance for the many fantastic artists in the Empire community to achieve glory. It's fine for a player-character to hire another player-character if they pay them with in-character funds, but submitting a piece of art that was purchased out-of-character, created by someone who isn't an active participant in Empire or using AI to create a submission is outside of the spirit of this contest.</box>

	==Mandates==		==Mandates==

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	===Forests and Farms===		===Forests and Farms===
	* '''The cost to diversify a farm or forest has been waived in territories ~~effected~~ by Hallow of the Green World'''		* '''The cost to diversify a farm or forest has been waived in territories affected by Hallow of the Green World'''
	* '''A character can change an upgraded resource for a farm with the same number of upgrades by emailing Profound Decisions before downtime closes'''		* '''A character can change an upgraded resource for a farm with the same number of upgrades by emailing Profound Decisions before downtime closes'''
	* '''Blessing of New Spring can be used to begin the process of upgrading a standard farm'''		* '''Blessing of New Spring can be used to begin the process of upgrading a standard farm'''
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	During the Spring Equinox, a number of [[A_murder_of_one#Threats_of_the_Grimmelkint\|Grimmelkint boggarts]] arrived at [[Anvil]]. Imperial citizens managed to peacefully encourage them to depart for the Spring realm, with only minimal disruption. Until the start of the Summer Solstice, the Grimmelkint in other parts of the Empire will be friendly and helpful, rather than destructive, meaning that every [[forest]] will produce additional resources (gain an additional rank).		During the Spring Equinox, a number of [[A_murder_of_one#Threats_of_the_Grimmelkint\|Grimmelkint boggarts]] arrived at [[Anvil]]. Imperial citizens managed to peacefully encourage them to depart for the Spring realm, with only minimal disruption. Until the start of the Summer Solstice, the Grimmelkint in other parts of the Empire will be friendly and helpful, rather than destructive, meaning that every [[forest]] will produce additional resources (gain an additional rank).
	===Kahraman Problems===		===Kahraman Problems===
	* '''Several titles in Kahraman have been ~~effected~~ by thieving raids from orcs and humans alike'''		* '''Several titles in Kahraman have been affected by thieving raids from orcs and humans alike'''
	The Imperial Senate has [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_Senate_sessions#Rebuild_Roads_of_Kahraman\|commissioned repairs to the roads]] in [[Kahraman]], and the construction of defensive kamkrag across the territory. While work is underway, however, valuable resources in the territory remain at risk of attacks from raiders, both orc and human, as detailed in the [[Time_and_time_again#The_Kahraman_Problem\|Time and time again]] wind of fortune. This means that the production of the [[Damatian Cliffs]] is reduced by 7 wains of white granite each season and the production of the [[Great Mine of Briante]] is also reduced by 6 wains each season. Not all the lost wains will be stolen by bandits or thieves; the reduction also represents the challenge of getting workers safely to and from the quarry and the mine. The [[Dhomiro of the Cinnabar Hills]] remains under pressure and will no longer have access to the two highest ranks of their [[ministry]]. Likewise, with the difficulty of safely moving metal out of the mountains the [[Mistress of the Dust Parador]] can no longer access the top two ranks of ''their'' ministry. Obviously the matter may well become moot if the Jotun successfully conquer [[Kahraman#Jade Range\|Jade Range]], where the Parador stands.		The Imperial Senate has [[385YE_Spring_Equinox_Senate_sessions#Rebuild_Roads_of_Kahraman\|commissioned repairs to the roads]] in [[Kahraman]], and the construction of defensive kamkrag across the territory. While work is underway, however, valuable resources in the territory remain at risk of attacks from raiders, both orc and human, as detailed in the [[Time_and_time_again#The_Kahraman_Problem\|Time and time again]] wind of fortune. This means that the production of the [[Damatian Cliffs]] is reduced by 7 wains of white granite each season and the production of the [[Great Mine of Briante]] is also reduced by 6 wains each season. Not all the lost wains will be stolen by bandits or thieves; the reduction also represents the challenge of getting workers safely to and from the quarry and the mine. The [[Dhomiro of the Cinnabar Hills]] remains under pressure and will no longer have access to the two highest ranks of their [[ministry]]. Likewise, with the difficulty of safely moving metal out of the mountains the [[Mistress of the Dust Parador]] can no longer access the top two ranks of ''their'' ministry. Obviously the matter may well become moot if the Jotun successfully conquer [[Kahraman#Jade Range\|Jade Range]], where the Parador stands.

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	* '''Characters whose personal resource was in the Mournwold at the start of the Spring Equinox can change their skills'''		* '''Characters whose personal resource was in the Mournwold at the start of the Spring Equinox can change their skills'''
	* '''Businesses in the Mournwold receive an extra 36 rings'''		* '''Businesses in the Mournwold receive an extra 36 rings'''
	A summer enchantment ~~effected~~ the Mournwold in the run-up to the Spring Equinox as detailed in the [[You_can%27t_count_on_me#A_Gift_of_New_Talents\|Winds of Magic]]. Any character who personal resource was in the Mournwold at the start of the Spring Equinox can completely change their character skills between event by sending an email to plot@profounddecisions.co.uk with details of which skills they wish to change. It is fine to keep some skills and change others. This represents the fact that the Summer magic encourages people in the Mournwold to find new ways to apply their natural talents, and to take up new skills.		A summer enchantment affected the Mournwold in the run-up to the Spring Equinox as detailed in the [[You_can%27t_count_on_me#A_Gift_of_New_Talents\|Winds of Magic]]. Any character who personal resource was in the Mournwold at the start of the Spring Equinox can completely change their character skills between event by sending an email to plot@profounddecisions.co.uk with details of which skills they wish to change. It is fine to keep some skills and change others. This represents the fact that the Summer magic encourages people in the Mournwold to find new ways to apply their natural talents, and to take up new skills.

	There is also a boon to trade across the territory as beautiful works of art, finely crafted items, excellent quality pies, ales, and spirits are very much in demand. Every business resource in the Mournwold following the event will produce an additional 36 rings.		There is also a boon to trade across the territory as beautiful works of art, finely crafted items, excellent quality pies, ales, and spirits are very much in demand. Every business resource in the Mournwold following the event will produce an additional 36 rings.