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Twiggy at 15:18, 24 September 2025

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	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	The General assembly [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Mandate\|passed a mandate]] recognising the contribution of ~~Magican~~-Prince Barbara Radz, and encouraged visitors to Jarm to trade with the Rigia rather than Vezak or Kavor.		The General assembly [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Mandate\|passed a mandate]] recognising the contribution of Magician-Prince Barbara Radz, and encouraged visitors to Jarm to trade with the Rigia rather than Vezak or Kavor.

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	Alternatively, they could express even stronger support for Magician-Prince Radz.		Alternatively, they could express even stronger support for Magician-Prince Radz.
	<quote by="Synod Mandate, General Assembly">The Synod lauds the action of Magician-Prince Barbara Radz in moving to improve the condition of slaves in her eastern alliance. We send (named priest) with 150 doses of liao to urge every Imperial captain intending to trade with a foreign nation to show their support for these reforms by taking their goods to Rigia rather than any other port.</quote>		<quote by="Synod Mandate, General Assembly">The Synod lauds the action of Magician-Prince Barbara Radz in moving to improve the condition of slaves in her eastern alliance. We send (named priest) with 150 doses of liao to urge every Imperial captain intending to trade with a foreign nation to show their support for these reforms by taking their goods to Rigia rather than any other port.</quote>
	If this mandate were passed by the General Assembly, any Imperial captain visiting ''any'' foreign port other than Rigia through the coming year would see their production reduced by 2 ranks. Again, while there would be no additional benefits to trading with Rigia, it is likely that many traders would ~~prioritize~~ the eastern port and provide an even more obvious show of support for Magician-Prince Radz and her radical reforms, sending an overwhelmingly clear message to the Northern and Southern princes. Furthermore. as the mandate is aimed at Imperial citizens, and does not discourage foreign merchants from visiting the Empire to trade, it would not attract any sort of diplomatic repercussions from any nation other than Jarm.		If this mandate were passed by the General Assembly, any Imperial captain visiting ''any'' foreign port other than Rigia through the coming year would see their production reduced by 2 ranks. Again, while there would be no additional benefits to trading with Rigia, it is likely that many traders would prioritise the eastern port and provide an even more obvious show of support for Magician-Prince Radz and her radical reforms, sending an overwhelmingly clear message to the Northern and Southern princes. Furthermore. as the mandate is aimed at Imperial citizens, and does not discourage foreign merchants from visiting the Empire to trade, it would not attract any sort of diplomatic repercussions from any nation other than Jarm.

	==Beloye Zerno==		==Beloye Zerno==

RichardRaynor at 20:58, 21 January 2022

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	[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:381YE]][[Category:Recent History]]		[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:381YE Winter]][[Category:Recent History]]
	<quote>"Yes, but what ''is'' it?" asked Lydia. She adjusted her dress and squatted down next to Jaffo. She pulled off one of her gloves, and somewhat gingerly picked up a handful of the white substance, getting a feel for it, letting the granules sift through her fingers as it fell back into the sack that lay between them. She dusted her hands quickly, wiping the on her crimson skirts leaving a pale residue on the fine fabric.		<quote>"Yes, but what ''is'' it?" asked Lydia. She adjusted her dress and squatted down next to Jaffo. She pulled off one of her gloves, and somewhat gingerly picked up a handful of the white substance, getting a feel for it, letting the granules sift through her fingers as it fell back into the sack that lay between them. She dusted her hands quickly, wiping the on her crimson skirts leaving a pale residue on the fine fabric.

Hailmur: /* Beloye Zerno */

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Beloye Zerno

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	The magician-princes of Jarm use a lot of crystal mana. Part of their success is due to the presence in the mountains of northern Jarm of a rare mineral unknown in the Empire. In its refined form, the mineral appears to be fine white sand with tiny salt crystals - ''beloye zerno'' or "''white seed''". Added water, and with some basic maintenance, it causes mana to crystallise more quickly and creates larger, richer crystals.		The magician-princes of Jarm use a lot of crystal mana. Part of their success is due to the presence in the mountains of northern Jarm of a rare mineral unknown in the Empire. In its refined form, the mineral appears to be fine white sand with tiny salt crystals - ''beloye zerno'' or "''white seed''". Added water, and with some basic maintenance, it causes mana to crystallise more quickly and creates larger, richer crystals.

	Recognising the excellent trade relations between Jarm and the Empire, and after consultation with Anton ~~Threscher~~, Prince Soreana and her partners - which include Tuernin of Limitu, the principality where the [[Limitu_Principality_House_of_the_Way\|largest temple of the Way in Jarm]] is located - contacted the traders at the [[Tassato#The_Jarmish_Lodge\|lodge]] in [[Tassato]]. Already familiar with the mana crystal markets of the Empire thanks to their work with the [[Steward_of_the_Tassato_Mana_Exchange\|Tassato Mana Exchange]], they are in the best position to provide ''white seed'' to Imperial magicians. The first shipment of ''white seed'' arrived on a heavily armed Jarmish vessel a month or so before the Winter Solstice, and the Jarmish merchants of [[Tassato]] are ready to sell this marvellous material to anyone who can meet their ''very reasonable'' prices.		Recognising the excellent trade relations between Jarm and the Empire, and after consultation with Anton Trescher, Prince Soreana and her partners - which include Tuernin of Limitu, the principality where the [[Limitu_Principality_House_of_the_Way\|largest temple of the Way in Jarm]] is located - contacted the traders at the [[Tassato#The_Jarmish_Lodge\|lodge]] in [[Tassato]]. Already familiar with the mana crystal markets of the Empire thanks to their work with the [[Steward_of_the_Tassato_Mana_Exchange\|Tassato Mana Exchange]], they are in the best position to provide ''white seed'' to Imperial magicians. The first shipment of ''white seed'' arrived on a heavily armed Jarmish vessel a month or so before the Winter Solstice, and the Jarmish merchants of [[Tassato]] are ready to sell this marvellous material to anyone who can meet their ''very reasonable'' prices.

			Following the [[Ratify Liberty Pact\|imposition]] of [[Tariffs#Sanctions\|sanctions]] on the [[Principalities of Jarm]] during the Winter Solstice 382YE, the price for Imperial citizens to purchase white seed increased by roughly a fifth.

	<div style="display:inline-block; float: right; margin-left: 10px;">		<div style="display:inline-block; float: right; margin-left: 10px;">
	<table><tr><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Total Money Spent</td><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Additional Crystals</td></tr>		<table><tr><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Total Money Spent</td><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Additional Crystals</td></tr>
	<tr><td>36 rings</td><td>1 crystal mana </td></tr>		<tr><td>43 rings</td><td>1 crystal mana </td></tr>
	<tr><td>90 rings</td><td>2 crystal mana</td></tr>		<tr><td>108 rings</td><td>2 crystal mana</td></tr>
	<tr><td>~~162~~ rings</td><td>3 crystal mana</td></tr>		<tr><td>194 rings</td><td>3 crystal mana</td></tr>
	<tr><td>~~252~~ rings</td><td>4 crystal mana</td></tr>		<tr><td>302 rings</td><td>4 crystal mana</td></tr>
	</table>		</table>
	</div>		</div>

	===The White Seed===		===The White Seed===
	''Beloye zerno'' (pronounced very roughly as BYEE-el-o-yay zerr-NO), or "white seed"' is a potent substance that can increase the amount and quality of crystal produced by a [[mana site]]. The Jarmish have cheerfully made a few small samples of the white seed available to alchemists and magicians eager to reassure themselves that this substance is what it claims to be. Examination via a variety of means has confirmed the properties the Jarmish claim for it. It is somewhat toxic if breathed in in large quantities for long periods of time, and will make a person or animal very ill if they eat it. It requires some care in handling it, once the crystals have formed the water containing the new depleted white seed must be carefully disposed of or risk tainting water supplies near the mana site. There is an upper limit to the amount of mineral that can be deployed each season - and its effects last only for a season.		''Beloye zerno'' (pronounced very roughly as BYEE-el-o-yay zerr-NO), or "white seed"' is a potent substance that can increase the amount and quality of crystal produced by a [[mana site]]. The Jarmish have cheerfully made a few small samples of the white seed available to alchemists and magicians eager to reassure themselves that this substance is what it claims to be. Examination via a variety of means has confirmed the properties the Jarmish claim for it. It is somewhat toxic if breathed in in large quantities for long periods of time, and will make a person or animal very ill if they eat it. It requires some care in handling it, once the crystals have formed the water containing the new depleted white seed must be carefully disposed of or risk tainting water supplies near the mana site. There is an upper limit to the amount of mineral that can be deployed each season - and its effects last only for a season.
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	It has absolutely no use in alchemy or magic, and while it may make someone ill the sickness it causes can be treated with the [[purify]] spell so it is useless as a poison. Furthermore it is pretty clear to everyone who examines it, and the raw material from which it is produced, that this substance is utterly unfamiliar to Imperial scholars. It would be impossible for the Empire to refine their own white seed without access to a source of the raw mineral from which it is made, and nobody has seen anything like it anywhere in the Empire.</box>		It has absolutely no use in alchemy or magic, and while it may make someone ill the sickness it causes can be treated with the [[purify]] spell so it is useless as a poison. Furthermore it is pretty clear to everyone who examines it, and the raw material from which it is produced, that this substance is utterly unfamiliar to Imperial scholars. It would be impossible for the Empire to refine their own white seed without access to a source of the raw mineral from which it is made, and nobody has seen anything like it anywhere in the Empire.</box>

	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	The General assembly [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Mandate\|passed a mandate]] recognising the contribution of Magican-Prince Barbara Radz, and encouraged visitors to Jarm to trade with the Rigia rather than Vezak or Kavor.		The General assembly [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Mandate\|passed a mandate]] recognising the contribution of Magican-Prince Barbara Radz, and encouraged visitors to Jarm to trade with the Rigia rather than Vezak or Kavor.

Rafferty at 15:49, 1 November 2018

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	<quote>"Yes, but what ''is'' it?" asked Lydia. She adjusted her dress and squatted down next to Jaffo. She pulled off one of her gloves, and somewhat gingerly picked up a handful of the white substance, getting a feel for it, letting the granules sift through her fingers as it fell back into the sack that lay between them. She dusted her hands quickly, wiping the on her crimson skirts leaving a pale residue on the fine fabric.		<quote>"Yes, but what ''is'' it?" asked Lydia. She adjusted her dress and squatted down next to Jaffo. She pulled off one of her gloves, and somewhat gingerly picked up a handful of the white substance, getting a feel for it, letting the granules sift through her fingers as it fell back into the sack that lay between them. She dusted her hands quickly, wiping the on her crimson skirts leaving a pale residue on the fine fabric.

Rafferty: /* The White Seed */

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The White Seed

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	It has absolutely no use in alchemy or magic, and while it may make someone ill the sickness it causes can be treated with the [[purify]] spell so it is useless as a poison. Furthermore it is pretty clear to everyone who examines it, and the raw material from which it is produced, that this substance is utterly unfamiliar to Imperial scholars. It would be impossible for the Empire to refine their own white seed without access to a source of the raw mineral from which it is made, and nobody has seen anything like it anywhere in the Empire.</box>		It has absolutely no use in alchemy or magic, and while it may make someone ill the sickness it causes can be treated with the [[purify]] spell so it is useless as a poison. Furthermore it is pretty clear to everyone who examines it, and the raw material from which it is produced, that this substance is utterly unfamiliar to Imperial scholars. It would be impossible for the Empire to refine their own white seed without access to a source of the raw mineral from which it is made, and nobody has seen anything like it anywhere in the Empire.</box>
			==Resolution==
			The General assembly [[381YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Mandate\|passed a mandate]] recognising the contribution of Magican-Prince Barbara Radz, and encouraged visitors to Jarm to trade with the Rigia rather than Vezak or Kavor.

Beeswax at 08:20, 14 April 2018

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	Jaffo shook his head again, likewise standing. He crossed to the bench where his paraphernalia was laid out.		Jaffo shook his head again, likewise standing. He crossed to the bench where his paraphernalia was laid out.

	"No, we're all pretty sure it does precisely what it says on the tin. In water, in a strong mana flow, it will speed the formation of crystal mana. Potentially quite significantly if you have enough of it. The solution reaches a point where its saturation rises above the ~~Crystaline~~ Mean..."		"No, we're all pretty sure it does precisely what it says on the tin. In water, in a strong mana flow, it will speed the formation of crystal mana. Potentially quite significantly if you have enough of it. The solution reaches a point where its saturation rises above the Crystalline Mean..."

	The alchemist noted Lydia's bored expression and choked back his technical explanation.		The alchemist noted Lydia's bored expression and choked back his technical explanation.
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	There was, to put it mildly, uproar. Even the House of Princes are cautious about attempting to make sweeping changes to the laws codified centuries ago by Ion Inesca. In Jarm, each individual magician-prince has significant autonomy to determine the rules under which their household and their subjects will live. For Barbara Radz to attempt to force her allies to change their laws - especially in such a dramatic way - is an extremely bold political move.		There was, to put it mildly, uproar. Even the House of Princes are cautious about attempting to make sweeping changes to the laws codified centuries ago by Ion Inesca. In Jarm, each individual magician-prince has significant autonomy to determine the rules under which their household and their subjects will live. For Barbara Radz to attempt to force her allies to change their laws - especially in such a dramatic way - is an extremely bold political move.

	The claim is that by adopting these enlightened, progressive views she hopes to guarantee the continued support from the Empire in terms of trade and political concessions. But the benefits of this trade are a drop in the ocean compared with the profits that the slave trade brings to Jarm. Even assuming that the deeply unreliable Empire can be counted on to uphold their side of the bargain, it is doubtful whether this will persuade anyone outside her immediate household. As a result her position is now so precarious that the slightest misstep would undoubtedly bring certain ruin.		The claim is that by adopting these enlightened, progressive views she hopes to guarantee the continued support from the Empire in terms of trade and political concessions. But the benefits of this trade are a drop in the ocean compared with the profits that the slave trade brings to Jarm. Even assuming that the deeply unreliable Empire can be counted on to uphold their side of the bargain, it is doubtful whether this will persuade anyone outside her immediate household. As a result, her position is now so precarious that the slightest misstep would undoubtedly bring certain ruin.

	The matter was extensively discussed in the House of Princes - the forum where the magician-princes come together to discuss the direction of their own nation. There were a great many raised voices denouncing this act as yet more evidence of Imperial interference in Jarmish politics. But the majority of the princes of the North and South appear to be amused rather than threatened. When questioned on this development, Anton Trescher of the Hidden Hook (primary adviser to the House of Princes on matters of international trade) is reported to have simply said "wait", and shrugged his shoulders.		The matter was extensively discussed in the House of Princes - the forum where the magician-princes come together to discuss the direction of their own nation. There were a great many raised voices denouncing this act as yet more evidence of Imperial interference in Jarmish politics. But the majority of the princes of the North and South appear to be amused rather than threatened. When questioned on this development, Anton Trescher of the Hidden Hook (primary adviser to the House of Princes on matters of international trade) is reported to have simply said "wait", and shrugged his shoulders.

Rafferty at 23:33, 13 April 2018

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	<quote>"Yes, but what ''is'' it?" asked Lydia. She adjusted her dress and squatted down next to Jaffo. She pulled off one of her gloves, and somewhat gingerly picked up a handful of the white substance, getting a feel for it, letting the granules sift through her fingers as it fell back into the sack that lay between them. She dusted her hands quickly, wiping the on her crimson skirts leaving a pale residue on the fine fabric.		<quote>"Yes, but what ''is'' it?" asked Lydia. She adjusted her dress and squatted down next to Jaffo. She pulled off one of her gloves, and somewhat gingerly picked up a handful of the white substance, getting a feel for it, letting the granules sift through her fingers as it fell back into the sack that lay between them. She dusted her hands quickly, wiping the on her crimson skirts leaving a pale residue on the fine fabric.

Beeswax: /* The White Seed */

2018-04-13T22:36:12Z

The White Seed

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	===The White Seed===		===The White Seed===
	''Beloye zerno'' (pronounced very roughly as ~~"sah~~-~~MUN~~-ta-~~alba"~~), or "white seed"' is a potent substance that can increase the amount and quality of crystal produced by a [[mana site]]. The Jarmish have cheerfully made a few small samples of the white seed available to alchemists and magicians eager to reassure themselves that this substance is what it claims to be. Examination via a variety of means has confirmed the properties the Jarmish claim for it. It is somewhat toxic if breathed in in large quantities for long periods of time, and will make a person or animal very ill if they eat it. It requires some care in handling it, once the crystals have formed the water containing the new depleted white seed must be carefully disposed of or risk tainting water supplies near the mana site. There is an upper limit to the amount of mineral that can be deployed each season - and its effects last only for a season.		''Beloye zerno'' (pronounced very roughly as BYEE-el-o-yay zerr-NO), or "white seed"' is a potent substance that can increase the amount and quality of crystal produced by a [[mana site]]. The Jarmish have cheerfully made a few small samples of the white seed available to alchemists and magicians eager to reassure themselves that this substance is what it claims to be. Examination via a variety of means has confirmed the properties the Jarmish claim for it. It is somewhat toxic if breathed in in large quantities for long periods of time, and will make a person or animal very ill if they eat it. It requires some care in handling it, once the crystals have formed the water containing the new depleted white seed must be carefully disposed of or risk tainting water supplies near the mana site. There is an upper limit to the amount of mineral that can be deployed each season - and its effects last only for a season.

	<box>'''The White Seed OOC'''<br>		<box>'''The White Seed OOC'''<br>

Rafferty: beloye zerno is russian

2018-04-13T17:48:36Z

beloye zerno is russian

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	There has been some interesting news coming out of the [[Principalities of Jarm]]. In the east, Magician-Prince Barbara Radz of [[Principalities_of_Jarm_ports#Rigia_.28Eastern_Principalities_of_Jarm.29\|Rigia]] has made sweeping changes to the laws in her own principality. Changes she is attempting to enforce on the rest of the eastern alliance, a political affiliation of Princes commonly viewed as "upstarts" by the more traditional magicians of the north and south.		There has been some interesting news coming out of the [[Principalities of Jarm]]. In the east, Magician-Prince Barbara Radz of [[Principalities_of_Jarm_ports#Rigia_.28Eastern_Principalities_of_Jarm.29\|Rigia]] has made sweeping changes to the laws in her own principality. Changes she is attempting to enforce on the rest of the eastern alliance, a political affiliation of Princes commonly viewed as "upstarts" by the more traditional magicians of the north and south.

	Barely three weeks later, one of the more influential princes of the northern faction, Soreana of Borașova, made a public announcement of her own and set about making supplies of something called ''~~sămânța albă~~'' available to Imperial citizens. If this substance is as effective as it seems it could have a dramatic impact on the Empire's economy.		Barely three weeks later, one of the more influential princes of the northern faction, Soreana of Borașova, made a public announcement of her own and set about making supplies of something called ''beloye zerno'' (BYEE-el-o-yay zerr-NO) available to Imperial citizens. If this substance is as effective as it seems it could have a dramatic impact on the Empire's economy.

	==Radical Reforms==		==Radical Reforms==
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	If this mandate were passed by the General Assembly, any Imperial captain visiting ''any'' foreign port other than Rigia through the coming year would see their production reduced by 2 ranks. Again, while there would be no additional benefits to trading with Rigia, it is likely that many traders would prioritize the eastern port and provide an even more obvious show of support for Magician-Prince Radz and her radical reforms, sending an overwhelmingly clear message to the Northern and Southern princes. Furthermore. as the mandate is aimed at Imperial citizens, and does not discourage foreign merchants from visiting the Empire to trade, it would not attract any sort of diplomatic repercussions from any nation other than Jarm.		If this mandate were passed by the General Assembly, any Imperial captain visiting ''any'' foreign port other than Rigia through the coming year would see their production reduced by 2 ranks. Again, while there would be no additional benefits to trading with Rigia, it is likely that many traders would prioritize the eastern port and provide an even more obvious show of support for Magician-Prince Radz and her radical reforms, sending an overwhelmingly clear message to the Northern and Southern princes. Furthermore. as the mandate is aimed at Imperial citizens, and does not discourage foreign merchants from visiting the Empire to trade, it would not attract any sort of diplomatic repercussions from any nation other than Jarm.

	==~~Sămânța Albă~~==		==Beloye Zerno==
	A few weeks after the dramatic announcement of Magician-Prince Barbara Radz, there is an announcement by Soreana of Borașova, the Magician-Prince of one of the most prosperous of the northern principalities. In conjunction with a number of her fellow northern princes, she has decided to make a small amount of ''~~sămânța albă~~'' available to traders dealing with the Empire. The import of this announcement is apparent only when someone is able to explain what ''~~sămânța albă~~'' actually ''is''.		A few weeks after the dramatic announcement of Magician-Prince Barbara Radz, there is an announcement by Soreana of Borașova, the Magician-Prince of one of the most prosperous of the northern principalities. In conjunction with a number of her fellow northern princes, she has decided to make a small amount of ''beloye zerno'' available to traders dealing with the Empire. The import of this announcement is apparent only when someone is able to explain what ''beloye zerno'' actually ''is''.

	The magician-princes of Jarm use a lot of crystal mana. Part of their success is due to the presence in the mountains of northern Jarm of a rare mineral unknown in the Empire. In its refined form, the mineral appears to be fine white sand with tiny salt crystals - ''~~sămânța albă~~'' or "''white seed''". Added water, and with some basic maintenance, it causes mana to crystallise more quickly and creates larger, richer crystals.		The magician-princes of Jarm use a lot of crystal mana. Part of their success is due to the presence in the mountains of northern Jarm of a rare mineral unknown in the Empire. In its refined form, the mineral appears to be fine white sand with tiny salt crystals - ''beloye zerno'' or "''white seed''". Added water, and with some basic maintenance, it causes mana to crystallise more quickly and creates larger, richer crystals.

	Recognising the excellent trade relations between Jarm and the Empire, and after consultation with Anton Threscher, Prince Soreana and her partners - which include Tuernin of Limitu, the principality where the [[Limitu_Principality_House_of_the_Way\|largest temple of the Way in Jarm]] is located - contacted the traders at the [[Tassato#The_Jarmish_Lodge\|lodge]] in [[Tassato]]. Already familiar with the mana crystal markets of the Empire thanks to their work with the [[Steward_of_the_Tassato_Mana_Exchange\|Tassato Mana Exchange]], they are in the best position to provide ''white seed'' to Imperial magicians. The first shipment of ''white seed'' arrived on a heavily armed Jarmish vessel a month or so before the Winter Solstice, and the Jarmish merchants of [[Tassato]] are ready to sell this marvellous material to anyone who can meet their ''very reasonable'' prices.		Recognising the excellent trade relations between Jarm and the Empire, and after consultation with Anton Threscher, Prince Soreana and her partners - which include Tuernin of Limitu, the principality where the [[Limitu_Principality_House_of_the_Way\|largest temple of the Way in Jarm]] is located - contacted the traders at the [[Tassato#The_Jarmish_Lodge\|lodge]] in [[Tassato]]. Already familiar with the mana crystal markets of the Empire thanks to their work with the [[Steward_of_the_Tassato_Mana_Exchange\|Tassato Mana Exchange]], they are in the best position to provide ''white seed'' to Imperial magicians. The first shipment of ''white seed'' arrived on a heavily armed Jarmish vessel a month or so before the Winter Solstice, and the Jarmish merchants of [[Tassato]] are ready to sell this marvellous material to anyone who can meet their ''very reasonable'' prices.
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	===The White Seed===		===The White Seed===
	''~~Sămânța albă~~'' (pronounced very roughly as "sah-MUN-ta-alba"), or "white seed"' is a potent substance that can increase the amount and quality of crystal produced by a [[mana site]]. The Jarmish have cheerfully made a few small samples of the white seed available to alchemists and magicians eager to reassure themselves that this substance is what it claims to be. Examination via a variety of means has confirmed the properties the Jarmish claim for it. It is somewhat toxic if breathed in in large quantities for long periods of time, and will make a person or animal very ill if they eat it. It requires some care in handling it, once the crystals have formed the water containing the new depleted white seed must be carefully disposed of or risk tainting water supplies near the mana site. There is an upper limit to the amount of mineral that can be deployed each season - and its effects last only for a season.		''Beloye zerno'' (pronounced very roughly as "sah-MUN-ta-alba"), or "white seed"' is a potent substance that can increase the amount and quality of crystal produced by a [[mana site]]. The Jarmish have cheerfully made a few small samples of the white seed available to alchemists and magicians eager to reassure themselves that this substance is what it claims to be. Examination via a variety of means has confirmed the properties the Jarmish claim for it. It is somewhat toxic if breathed in in large quantities for long periods of time, and will make a person or animal very ill if they eat it. It requires some care in handling it, once the crystals have formed the water containing the new depleted white seed must be carefully disposed of or risk tainting water supplies near the mana site. There is an upper limit to the amount of mineral that can be deployed each season - and its effects last only for a season.

	<box>'''The White Seed OOC'''<br>		<box>'''The White Seed OOC'''<br>