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Twiggy at 01:54, 22 January 2026

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	The Black Thorns banner is drawing survivors and resistance fighters to fight beneath it. For the first time they have hope that their homes may finally be liberated and the Jotun driven off for good. Yet the call to arms extends beyond Liathaven; soldiers from across the Navarr nation are drawn to aid the war in the south-west.		The Black Thorns banner is drawing survivors and resistance fighters to fight beneath it. For the first time they have hope that their homes may finally be liberated and the Jotun driven off for good. Yet the call to arms extends beyond Liathaven; soldiers from across the Navarr nation are drawn to aid the war in the south-west.

	These additional thorns, as well as volunteers from all walks of life, are making their way via the [[trod\|trods]] to join the battle for Liathaven. The [[Senate]] may take advantage of these volunteers to commission the [[~~Imperial_army~~#Enlargement\|enlargement]] of the Black Thorns - (or the Quiet Step if they move into Liathaven this season). However if they wish to exploit this opportunity they must begin immediately.		These additional thorns, as well as volunteers from all walks of life, are making their way via the [[trod\|trods]] to join the battle for Liathaven. The [[Senate]] may take advantage of these volunteers to commission the [[Army#Enlargement\|enlargement]] of the Black Thorns - (or the Quiet Step if they move into Liathaven this season). However if they wish to exploit this opportunity they must begin immediately.

	If they take advantage of the current opportunity then the final cost to make the army large will be 100 mithril and 25 thrones, and require two seasons. The first season of work may begin with a payment of 50 mithril and 15 thrones. To benefit from this opportunity, however, the army must continue fighting in Liathaven for the next two seasons.		If they take advantage of the current opportunity then the final cost to make the army large will be 100 mithril and 25 thrones, and require two seasons. The first season of work may begin with a payment of 50 mithril and 15 thrones. To benefit from this opportunity, however, the army must continue fighting in Liathaven for the next two seasons.

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	The Black Thorns banner is drawing survivors and resistance fighters to fight beneath it. For the first time they have hope that their homes may finally be liberated and the Jotun driven off for good. Yet the call to arms extends beyond Liathaven; soldiers from across the Navarr nation are drawn to aid the war in the south-west.		The Black Thorns banner is drawing survivors and resistance fighters to fight beneath it. For the first time they have hope that their homes may finally be liberated and the Jotun driven off for good. Yet the call to arms extends beyond Liathaven; soldiers from across the Navarr nation are drawn to aid the war in the south-west.

	These additional thorns, as well as volunteers from all walks of life, are making their way via the [[trod\|trods]] to join the battle for Liathaven. The [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] may take advantage of these volunteers to commission the [[Imperial_army#Enlargement\|enlargement]] of the Black Thorns - (or the Quiet Step if they move into Liathaven this season). However if they wish to exploit this opportunity they must begin immediately.		These additional thorns, as well as volunteers from all walks of life, are making their way via the [[trod\|trods]] to join the battle for Liathaven. The [[Senate]] may take advantage of these volunteers to commission the [[Imperial_army#Enlargement\|enlargement]] of the Black Thorns - (or the Quiet Step if they move into Liathaven this season). However if they wish to exploit this opportunity they must begin immediately.

	If they take advantage of the current opportunity then the final cost to make the army large will be 100 mithril and 25 thrones, and require two seasons. The first season of work may begin with a payment of 50 mithril and 15 thrones. To benefit from this opportunity, however, the army must continue fighting in Liathaven for the next two seasons.		If they take advantage of the current opportunity then the final cost to make the army large will be 100 mithril and 25 thrones, and require two seasons. The first season of work may begin with a payment of 50 mithril and 15 thrones. To benefit from this opportunity, however, the army must continue fighting in Liathaven for the next two seasons.

Twiggy at 17:36, 11 July 2025

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	The [[Navarr_military_concerns#The_Black_Thorns\|Black Thorns]] fight to liberate [[Liathaven]]. The remaining resistance fighters and survivors of the [[Jotun]] purge - many of whom have survived thanks to the assistance of the heroes of the Empire - flock to their banner.		The [[Navarr_military_concerns#The_Black_Thorns\|Black Thorns]] fight to liberate [[Liathaven]]. The remaining resistance fighters and survivors of the [[Jotun]] purge - many of whom have survived thanks to the assistance of the heroes of the Empire - flock to their banner.

	But the fight for Liathaven has only begun. While there are no major orc forces in the south, there is no news from [[Liathaven#West_Ranging\|West Ranging]], [[Liathaven#~~Liath_Ring~~\|Liath Ring]], or [[Liathaven#Liaven's_Glen\|Liaven's Glen]] in the north. There are major Jotun forces in [[Kahraman]] and the [[Mournwold]] to the east, and unknown numbers of [[orc\|orcs]] in [[Hordalant]] to the west.		But the fight for Liathaven has only begun. While there are no major orc forces in the south, there is no news from [[Liathaven#West_Ranging\|West Ranging]], [[Liathaven#Liath's Ring\|Liath's Ring]], or [[Liathaven#Liaven's_Glen\|Liaven's Glen]] in the north. There are major Jotun forces in [[Kahraman]] and the [[Mournwold]] to the east, and unknown numbers of [[orc\|orcs]] in [[Hordalant]] to the west.

	The Black Thorns are fighting alone, and at any moment the Jotun might send forces east or west (or north out of the Lasambrian hills) to crush them.		The Black Thorns are fighting alone, and at any moment the Jotun might send forces east or west (or north out of the Lasambrian hills) to crush them.

Dre at 21:27, 6 May 2025

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	But the Navarr are not without options.		But the Navarr are not without options.

	In [[Liathaven#Western Scout\|Western Scout]], on the very edge of the vallorn miasma,stand the crumbling pillars of an old gateway. The Gate of Lan Thúven dates back to pre-Imperial times; it may even be Terunael in origin. No stories remain to say who, or what, or where Lan Thúven might have been. Only the gate remains - this one, and a second gate in West Ranging on the far side of Liathaven.		In [[Liathaven#Western Scout\|Western Scout]], on the very edge of the vallorn miasma, stand the crumbling pillars of an old gateway. The Gate of Lan Thúven dates back to pre-Imperial times; it may even be Terunael in origin. No stories remain to say who, or what, or where Lan Thúven might have been. Only the gate remains - this one, and a second gate in West Ranging on the far side of Liathaven.

	Between them, according to refugees from the Jotun-burnt Hidden Walk [[steading]], there is a path through the vallorn. A hidden way, following the route of an old Terunael road, woven with potent [[Night magic]] that blinds the eyes of the vallornspawn. The insular Hidden Walk used this route to travel deep into the [[Liathaven#Westwood\|Westwood]], and to keep contact with their cousins on the other side of Liathaven at Silent Stand steading.		Between them, according to refugees from the Jotun-burnt Hidden Walk [[steading]], there is a path through the vallorn. A hidden way, following the route of an old Terunael road, woven with potent [[Night magic]] that blinds the eyes of the vallornspawn. The insular Hidden Walk used this route to travel deep into the [[Liathaven#Westwood\|Westwood]], and to keep contact with their cousins on the other side of Liathaven at Silent Stand steading.
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	During the Summer Solstice, the Navarr liberated the [[#The Paths of Lan Thúven\|Paths of Lan Thúven]] allowing their armies free passage between the northern and southern parts of Liathaven.		During the Summer Solstice, the Navarr liberated the [[#The Paths of Lan Thúven\|Paths of Lan Thúven]] allowing their armies free passage between the northern and southern parts of Liathaven.

	While Corey Brackensong [[380YE_Summer_Solstice_Synod_judgments#Statements_of_Principle\|~~lead~~ the Navarr national assembly]] in a [[#The Hammer and the Anvil\|call for unity]] in the face of the Jotun threat, the Quiet Step and the Black Thorns were engaged in different territories during the following season. Regardless, the Imperial Senate [[Enlargement_of_The_Black_Thorns\|passed a motion]] to provide support to those Navarr warbands who wished to reinforce the Black Thorns more permanently, and the [[A_banner_of_Thorns#The_Banner_of_Thorns\|two-season]] process of enlarging that army has begun - although 50 wains of mithril and 10 Thrones will still need to be provided after the Autumn ~~Equniox~~, and the army will need to remain in Liathaven during that time, if the opportunity is not to be wasted.		While Corey Brackensong [[380YE_Summer_Solstice_Synod_judgments#Statements_of_Principle\|led the Navarr national assembly]] in a [[#The Hammer and the Anvil\|call for unity]] in the face of the Jotun threat, the Quiet Step and the Black Thorns were engaged in different territories during the following season. Regardless, the Imperial Senate [[Enlargement_of_The_Black_Thorns\|passed a motion]] to provide support to those Navarr warbands who wished to reinforce the Black Thorns more permanently, and the [[A_banner_of_Thorns#The_Banner_of_Thorns\|two-season]] process of enlarging that army has begun - although 50 wains of mithril and 10 Thrones will still need to be provided after the Autumn Equinox, and the army will need to remain in Liathaven during that time, if the opportunity is not to be wasted.

	Finally, during the three months after the Summer Solstice, General Ulric Y'Basden of the Black Thorns instructed the troops to become [[#The_Dark_Beneath_the_Trees\|the dark beneath the trees]], and fill the hearts of the Jotun with terror. You can learn further details of the recent campaign in Liathaven [[380YE_Autumn_Equinox_winds_of_war#Retribution\|here]].		Finally, during the three months after the Summer Solstice, General Ulric Y'Basden of the Black Thorns instructed the troops to become [[#The_Dark_Beneath_the_Trees\|the dark beneath the trees]], and fill the hearts of the Jotun with terror. You can learn further details of the recent campaign in Liathaven [[380YE_Autumn_Equinox_winds_of_war#Retribution\|here]].

	<quote by="The Navarr Assembly of the Imperial Synod 380YE Summer Solstice">The Navarr National Assembly recognises the sacrifice needed by our armies to retake Liathaven and the Pride retaking Liathaven will bring to the nation. We urge the entire nation to unite behind our generals and ensure the fight is as swiftly as possible taken to the Jotun barbarians. Those who sacrificed their lives at Alwin's Stand and places unremembered must be honoured and we praise the Loyalty of Navarri who have the Courage to fight alongside the Black Thorns and the Quiet Step.</quote>		<quote by="The Navarr Assembly of the Imperial Synod 380YE Summer Solstice">The Navarr National Assembly recognises the sacrifice needed by our armies to retake Liathaven and the Pride retaking Liathaven will bring to the nation. We urge the entire nation to unite behind our generals and ensure the fight is as swiftly as possible taken to the Jotun barbarians. Those who sacrificed their lives at Alwin's Stand and places unremembered must be honoured and we praise the Loyalty of Navarri who have the Courage to fight alongside the Black Thorns and the Quiet Step.</quote>

Rafferty at 17:12, 6 January 2020

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	<ic>The three thorns sat around the glowing embers of their fire. They kept the flames low as a matter of course, ensuring they did not to attract any attention from the Jotun they knew to be in the area. They passed a round bottle from hand to hand, listening to the rain, and speaking quietly.		<ic>The three thorns sat around the glowing embers of their fire. They kept the flames low as a matter of course, ensuring they did not to attract any attention from the Jotun they knew to be in the area. They passed a round bottle from hand to hand, listening to the rain, and speaking quietly.

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	During the Summer Solstice, the Navarr liberated the [[#The Paths of Lan Thúven\|Paths of Lan Thúven]] allowing their armies free passage between the northern and southern parts of Liathaven.		During the Summer Solstice, the Navarr liberated the [[#The Paths of Lan Thúven\|Paths of Lan Thúven]] allowing their armies free passage between the northern and southern parts of Liathaven.

	While Corey Brackensong [[380YE_Summer_Solstice_Synod_judgments#Statements_of_Principle\|lead the Navarr national assembly]] in a [[#The Hammer and the Anvil\|call for unity]] in the face of the Jotun threat, the Quiet Step and the Black Thorns were engaged in different territories during the following season. Regardless, the Imperial Senate [[Enlargement_of_The_Black_Thorns\|passed a motion]] to provide support to those Navarr warbands who wished to reinforce the Black Thorns more permanently, and the [[A_banner_of_Thorns#The_Banner_of_Thorns\|~~three~~-season]] process of enlarging that army has begun.		While Corey Brackensong [[380YE_Summer_Solstice_Synod_judgments#Statements_of_Principle\|lead the Navarr national assembly]] in a [[#The Hammer and the Anvil\|call for unity]] in the face of the Jotun threat, the Quiet Step and the Black Thorns were engaged in different territories during the following season. Regardless, the Imperial Senate [[Enlargement_of_The_Black_Thorns\|passed a motion]] to provide support to those Navarr warbands who wished to reinforce the Black Thorns more permanently, and the [[A_banner_of_Thorns#The_Banner_of_Thorns\|two-season]] process of enlarging that army has begun - although 50 wains of mithril and 10 Thrones will still need to be provided after the Autumn Equniox, and the army will need to remain in Liathaven during that time, if the opportunity is not to be wasted.

	Finally, during the three months after the Summer Solstice, General Ulric Y'Basden of the Black Thorns instructed the troops to become [[#The_Dark_Beneath_the_Trees\|the dark beneath the trees]], and fill the hearts of the Jotun with terror. You can learn further details of the recent campaign in Liathaven [[380YE_Autumn_Equinox_winds_of_war#Retribution\|here]].		Finally, during the three months after the Summer Solstice, General Ulric Y'Basden of the Black Thorns instructed the troops to become [[#The_Dark_Beneath_the_Trees\|the dark beneath the trees]], and fill the hearts of the Jotun with terror. You can learn further details of the recent campaign in Liathaven [[380YE_Autumn_Equinox_winds_of_war#Retribution\|here]].

	<quote by="The Navarr Assembly of the Imperial Synod 380YE Summer Solstice">The Navarr National Assembly recognises the sacrifice needed by our armies to retake Liathaven and the Pride retaking Liathaven will bring to the nation. We urge the entire nation to unite behind our generals and ensure the fight is as swiftly as possible taken to the Jotun barbarians. Those who sacrificed their lives at Alwin's Stand and places unremembered must be honoured and we praise the Loyalty of Navarri who have the Courage to fight alongside the Black Thorns and the Quiet Step.</quote>		<quote by="The Navarr Assembly of the Imperial Synod 380YE Summer Solstice">The Navarr National Assembly recognises the sacrifice needed by our armies to retake Liathaven and the Pride retaking Liathaven will bring to the nation. We urge the entire nation to unite behind our generals and ensure the fight is as swiftly as possible taken to the Jotun barbarians. Those who sacrificed their lives at Alwin's Stand and places unremembered must be honoured and we praise the Loyalty of Navarri who have the Courage to fight alongside the Black Thorns and the Quiet Step.</quote>

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Resolution: Resolution

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	While Corey Brackensong [[380YE_Summer_Solstice_Synod_judgments#Statements_of_Principle\|lead the Navarr national assembly]] in a [[#The Hammer and the Anvil\|call for unity]] in the face of the Jotun threat, the Quiet Step and the Black Thorns were engaged in different territories during the following season. Regardless, the Imperial Senate [[Enlargement_of_The_Black_Thorns\|passed a motion]] to provide support to those Navarr warbands who wished to reinforce the Black Thorns more permanently, and the [[A_banner_of_Thorns#The_Banner_of_Thorns\|three-season]] process of enlarging that army has begun.		While Corey Brackensong [[380YE_Summer_Solstice_Synod_judgments#Statements_of_Principle\|lead the Navarr national assembly]] in a [[#The Hammer and the Anvil\|call for unity]] in the face of the Jotun threat, the Quiet Step and the Black Thorns were engaged in different territories during the following season. Regardless, the Imperial Senate [[Enlargement_of_The_Black_Thorns\|passed a motion]] to provide support to those Navarr warbands who wished to reinforce the Black Thorns more permanently, and the [[A_banner_of_Thorns#The_Banner_of_Thorns\|three-season]] process of enlarging that army has begun.

	Finally, during the three months after the Summer Solstice, General Ulric Y'Basden of the Black Thorns instructed the troops to ~~drive~~ the Jo		Finally, during the three months after the Summer Solstice, General Ulric Y'Basden of the Black Thorns instructed the troops to become [[#The_Dark_Beneath_the_Trees\|the dark beneath the trees]], and fill the hearts of the Jotun with terror. You can learn further details of the recent campaign in Liathaven [[380YE_Autumn_Equinox_winds_of_war#Retribution\|here]].

	The Navarr National Assembly recognises the sacrifice needed by our armies to retake Liathaven and the Pride retaking Liathaven will bring to the nation. We urge the entire nation to unite behind our generals and ensure the fight is as swiftly as possible taken to the Jotun barbarians. Those who sacrificed their lives at Alwin's Stand and places unremembered must be honoured and we praise the Loyalty of Navarri who have the Courage to fight alongside the Black Thorns and the Quiet Step		<quote by="The Navarr Assembly of the Imperial Synod 380YE Summer Solstice">The Navarr National Assembly recognises the sacrifice needed by our armies to retake Liathaven and the Pride retaking Liathaven will bring to the nation. We urge the entire nation to unite behind our generals and ensure the fight is as swiftly as possible taken to the Jotun barbarians. Those who sacrificed their lives at Alwin's Stand and places unremembered must be honoured and we praise the Loyalty of Navarri who have the Courage to fight alongside the Black Thorns and the Quiet Step.</quote>

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Resolution

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	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	During the Summer Solstice, the Navarr liberated the [[#The Paths of Lan Thúven\|Paths of Lan Thúven]] allowing their armies free passage between the northern and southern parts of Liathaven. While Corey Brackensong lead the Navarr national assembly in a call for unity in the face of the Jotun threat, the Quiet Step and the Black Thorns were engaged in different territories during the following season.		During the Summer Solstice, the Navarr liberated the [[#The Paths of Lan Thúven\|Paths of Lan Thúven]] allowing their armies free passage between the northern and southern parts of Liathaven.

			While Corey Brackensong [[380YE_Summer_Solstice_Synod_judgments#Statements_of_Principle\|lead the Navarr national assembly]] in a [[#The Hammer and the Anvil\|call for unity]] in the face of the Jotun threat, the Quiet Step and the Black Thorns were engaged in different territories during the following season. Regardless, the Imperial Senate [[Enlargement_of_The_Black_Thorns\|passed a motion]] to provide support to those Navarr warbands who wished to reinforce the Black Thorns more permanently, and the [[A_banner_of_Thorns#The_Banner_of_Thorns\|three-season]] process of enlarging that army has begun.

			Finally, during the three months after the Summer Solstice, General Ulric Y'Basden of the Black Thorns instructed the troops to drive the Jo

	The Navarr National Assembly recognises the sacrifice needed by our armies to retake Liathaven and the Pride retaking Liathaven will bring to the nation. We urge the entire nation to unite behind our generals and ensure the fight is as swiftly as possible taken to the Jotun barbarians. Those who sacrificed their lives at Alwin's Stand and places unremembered must be honoured and we praise the Loyalty of Navarri who have the Courage to fight alongside the Black Thorns and the Quiet Step		The Navarr National Assembly recognises the sacrifice needed by our armies to retake Liathaven and the Pride retaking Liathaven will bring to the nation. We urge the entire nation to unite behind our generals and ensure the fight is as swiftly as possible taken to the Jotun barbarians. Those who sacrificed their lives at Alwin's Stand and places unremembered must be honoured and we praise the Loyalty of Navarri who have the Courage to fight alongside the Black Thorns and the Quiet Step

Rafferty: /* The Paths of Lan Thúven */

2016-09-03T16:15:56Z

The Paths of Lan Thúven

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	In the event that the Navarr are able to take control of one of the gates, the concealed road between them could be accessed. This would allow Navarr armies (and only Navarr armies - although smaller [[military unit\|units]] from any nation could still accompany the larger Navarr forces), to treat Western Scout and West Ranging as if they were adjacent for purposes of establishing supply lines and moving back and forth - avoiding many of the difficulties presented by the vallorn that occupies the middle of Liathaven.</box>		In the event that the Navarr are able to take control of one of the gates, the concealed road between them could be accessed. This would allow Navarr armies (and only Navarr armies - although smaller [[military unit\|units]] from any nation could still accompany the larger Navarr forces), to treat Western Scout and West Ranging as if they were adjacent for purposes of establishing supply lines and moving back and forth - avoiding many of the difficulties presented by the vallorn that occupies the middle of Liathaven.</box>

			==Resolution==
			During the Summer Solstice, the Navarr liberated the [[#The Paths of Lan Thúven\|Paths of Lan Thúven]] allowing their armies free passage between the northern and southern parts of Liathaven. While Corey Brackensong lead the Navarr national assembly in a call for unity in the face of the Jotun threat, the Quiet Step and the Black Thorns were engaged in different territories during the following season.

			The Navarr National Assembly recognises the sacrifice needed by our armies to retake Liathaven and the Pride retaking Liathaven will bring to the nation. We urge the entire nation to unite behind our generals and ensure the fight is as swiftly as possible taken to the Jotun barbarians. Those who sacrificed their lives at Alwin's Stand and places unremembered must be honoured and we praise the Loyalty of Navarri who have the Courage to fight alongside the Black Thorns and the Quiet Step

Rafferty at 11:35, 26 July 2016

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	<ic>The three thorns sat around the glowing embers of their fire. They kept the flames low as a matter of course, ensuring they did not to attract any attention from the Jotun they knew to be in the area. They passed a round bottle from hand to hand, listening to the rain, and speaking quietly.		<ic>The three thorns sat around the glowing embers of their fire. They kept the flames low as a matter of course, ensuring they did not to attract any attention from the Jotun they knew to be in the area. They passed a round bottle from hand to hand, listening to the rain, and speaking quietly.