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	Each venture relies on individual forces working alone, only enchantments whose effects include making a unit more effective for independent action (such as [[Merciless Wrath of the Reaver]]) will be of benefit. Each provides a different production for the military units supporting it, and the [[Quartermaster_General_of_the_Imperial_Armies\|Quartermaster General]] could choose to further supplement these rewards by assigning the [[Military_unit#Imperial_Guerdon\|guerdon]] to any or all of these actions.		Each venture relies on individual forces working alone, only enchantments whose effects include making a unit more effective for independent action (such as [[Merciless Wrath of the Reaver]]) will be of benefit. Each provides a different production for the military units supporting it, and the [[Quartermaster_General_of_the_Imperial_Armies\|Quartermaster General]] could choose to further supplement these rewards by assigning the [[Military_unit#Imperial_Guerdon\|guerdon]] to any or all of these actions.
	<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;"><box>'''The qualities of Ossium'''<br>We've added three new qualities to several regions of Ossium to reflect the challenge of making it a fully Imperial territory. You can find more details on the [[Ossium]] page under the section titled [[Ossium#Special Qualities\|Special Qualities]]. To quickly ~~summarize~~ the game effects:		<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;"><box>'''The qualities of Ossium'''<br>We've added three new qualities to several regions of Ossium to reflect the challenge of making it a fully Imperial territory. You can find more details on the [[Ossium]] page under the section titled [[Ossium#Special Qualities\|Special Qualities]]. To quickly summarise the game effects:

	* For ''each'' region of Ossium that has the ''[[Ossium#Under-developed\|under-developed]]'' quality, the labour costs for any [[commission]] in the territory are increased by a fifth.		* For ''each'' region of Ossium that has the ''[[Ossium#Under-developed\|under-developed]]'' quality, the labour costs for any [[commission]] in the territory are increased by a fifth.

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	==Support==		==Support==
	There are several ways the individual actions, and the overall goal of securing Ossium, can be influenced beyond the actions of military captains. One or more [[general\|generals]] might move their [[~~Imperial army~~\|army]] to Ossium to assist, or several of the National assemblies with an interest in the territory might wield their influence over the situation.		There are several ways the individual actions, and the overall goal of securing Ossium, can be influenced beyond the actions of military captains. One or more [[general\|generals]] might move their [[Army\|army]] to Ossium to assist, or several of the National assemblies with an interest in the territory might wield their influence over the situation.

	===Support by the Generals===		===Support by the Generals===

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	===The Bishops of Holberg===		===The Bishops of Holberg===
	* '''The League National Assembly can offer support to the settlers in Ossium'''		* '''The League National Assembly can offer support to the settlers in Ossium'''
	One of the earliest developments in Ossium was the offer of the League to offer a new home to the Sand Fishers of [[Ossium#Bittershore\|Bittershore]], even going so far as to have the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|cede]] a region of [[Holberg]] to the orcs. Furthermore, the nation has more than its fair share of mercenaries, [[bravo\|bravos]], and [[free company\|free companies]] eager for new opportunities to put their particular set of skills to work in a new environment, in return for money. As such, the [[bishop\|bishops]] of the League may act to encourage citizens with an interest in gainful employment, and supporting the vales of Ossium, to get involved.		One of the earliest developments in Ossium was the offer of the League to offer a new home to the Sand Fishers of [[Ossium#Bittershore\|Bittershore]], even going so far as to have the [[Senate]] [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|cede]] a region of [[Holberg]] to the orcs. Furthermore, the nation has more than its fair share of mercenaries, [[bravo\|bravos]], and [[free company\|free companies]] eager for new opportunities to put their particular set of skills to work in a new environment, in return for money. As such, the [[bishop\|bishops]] of the League may act to encourage citizens with an interest in gainful employment, and supporting the vales of Ossium, to get involved.
	{{Mandate\|mandate=The League knows well the need to secure ones' home against the depredation of both brigands and the orcs of the Mallum. We sent {named priest} with 50 doses of liao to encourage bravos, mercenaries, and towerjacks alike to offer their services to the vales of Ossium.\|assembly=League Assembly}}		{{Mandate\|mandate=The League knows well the need to secure ones' home against the depredation of both brigands and the orcs of the Mallum. We sent {named priest} with 50 doses of liao to encourage bravos, mercenaries, and towerjacks alike to offer their services to the vales of Ossium.\|assembly=League Assembly}}
	If this mandate is upheld, then it will encourage League mercenaries to support the [[#Sellswords_and_Settlers\|sellswords and settlers action]]. That action will gain an effective 1000 points of strength, and regardless of which action is most successful there will be an opportunity for the League to help deal with the [[Ossium#under-developed\|under-developed]] situation in Ossium during the Spring Equinox, provided the overall goal to secure Ossium is a success.		If this mandate is upheld, then it will encourage League mercenaries to support the [[#Sellswords_and_Settlers\|sellswords and settlers action]]. That action will gain an effective 1000 points of strength, and regardless of which action is most successful there will be an opportunity for the League to help deal with the [[Ossium#under-developed\|under-developed]] situation in Ossium during the Spring Equinox, provided the overall goal to secure Ossium is a success.
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	*'''The boyar of Isember will be visiting Anvil at the upcoming summit'''		*'''The boyar of Isember will be visiting Anvil at the upcoming summit'''
	*'''Alexi Iskandrova Isembrioch intends to arrive on the field at TBC'''		*'''Alexi Iskandrova Isembrioch intends to arrive on the field at TBC'''
	The bandits in Karsk are preying on settlers travelling east and impeding the transport of materials desperately needed to establish and fortify the new vales there. With the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] passing the motion to begin [[Construct_Iron_Roads\|construction]] of the Iron Roads, and the first wains of [[white granite]] being delivered, there has been a flurry of activity. Isember, once known as the town that turned its back on the Empire to assist the Thule, is inhabited again and its people are looking forward to the increase in [[Prosperity]] the roads will bring. It cannot be denied, however, that Isember has a dark history. During the Thule occupation of Karsk it serves as a magnet for criminals and outcasts across the Empire, who cooperated with the northern orcs and betrayed their neighbours. With a new vale being established in the ruins of the old one, and a rise in bandit activity in Karsk, questions have been raised about whether the vale is again a source of trouble for the people of Varushka.		The bandits in Karsk are preying on settlers travelling east and impeding the transport of materials desperately needed to establish and fortify the new vales there. With the [[Senate]] passing the motion to begin [[Construct_Iron_Roads\|construction]] of the Iron Roads, and the first wains of [[white granite]] being delivered, there has been a flurry of activity. Isember, once known as the town that turned its back on the Empire to assist the Thule, is inhabited again and its people are looking forward to the increase in [[Prosperity]] the roads will bring. It cannot be denied, however, that Isember has a dark history. During the Thule occupation of Karsk it serves as a magnet for criminals and outcasts across the Empire, who cooperated with the northern orcs and betrayed their neighbours. With a new vale being established in the ruins of the old one, and a rise in bandit activity in Karsk, questions have been raised about whether the vale is again a source of trouble for the people of Varushka.

	Apparently in response to these concerns, the new boyar of Isember '''Alexi Iskandrova Isembrioch''', is planning on visiting Anvil and hopes to talk to people from across Varushka but especially those who live in [[Karsk]], and hopefully the current [[Senator]] of the territory; ''Marya Zoranova Doubek''.		Apparently in response to these concerns, the new boyar of Isember '''Alexi Iskandrova Isembrioch''', is planning on visiting Anvil and hopes to talk to people from across Varushka but especially those who live in [[Karsk]], and hopefully the current [[Senator]] of the territory; ''Marya Zoranova Doubek''.

Twiggy at 13:36, 29 September 2025

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Dre at 20:08, 8 May 2025

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	When it comes to the territory itself, the civil service have identified three specific problems that prevent it from living up to it's full potential, which these bandits exacerbate. The territory is ''[[Ossium#Under-developed\|under-developed]]'' - it lacks all but the most basic infrastructure that brings prosperity to an Imperial territory. It is ''[[Ossium#Underpopulated\|underpopulated]]'' - there are few Imperial citizens (or foreigners friendly to the Empire) in the territory, restricting its growth. It is ''[[Ossium#Under threat\|under threat]]'' by the Druj who still have a presence in the eastern forests - it would be easy for the orcs of the Mallum to return. But the Varushkans have a great deal of experience dealing with rich, perilous lands, and for many of them Ossium is just another challenge to be understood and overcome - one that promises rich rewards.		When it comes to the territory itself, the civil service have identified three specific problems that prevent it from living up to it's full potential, which these bandits exacerbate. The territory is ''[[Ossium#Under-developed\|under-developed]]'' - it lacks all but the most basic infrastructure that brings prosperity to an Imperial territory. It is ''[[Ossium#Underpopulated\|underpopulated]]'' - there are few Imperial citizens (or foreigners friendly to the Empire) in the territory, restricting its growth. It is ''[[Ossium#Under threat\|under threat]]'' by the Druj who still have a presence in the eastern forests - it would be easy for the orcs of the Mallum to return. But the Varushkans have a great deal of experience dealing with rich, perilous lands, and for many of them Ossium is just another challenge to be understood and overcome - one that promises rich rewards.

	During the Autumn Equinox, there were [[statement of principle\|statements of principle]] upheld by the Varushkan National Assembly with a greater majority that suggested ways these challenges might be addressed. These statements have ~~lead~~ to a call for action - for wagon raiders, sell swords, and wardens to throw their support into the vital task of securing Ossium.		During the Autumn Equinox, there were [[statement of principle\|statements of principle]] upheld by the Varushkan National Assembly with a greater majority that suggested ways these challenges might be addressed. These statements have led to a call for action - for wagon raiders, sell swords, and wardens to throw their support into the vital task of securing Ossium.
	{{SOP\|statement=We the national assembly call for the Wagon Raiders of Varushka to come and protect Varushkans and foreigners in Ossium and hunt the Druj in the territory.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Witold Petrous\|vote=198 - 0 Greater Majority}}		{{SOP\|statement=We the national assembly call for the Wagon Raiders of Varushka to come and protect Varushkans and foreigners in Ossium and hunt the Druj in the territory.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Witold Petrous\|vote=198 - 0 Greater Majority}}
	{{SOP\|statement= We the national assembly of Varushka call for all Varushkans look to their vigilance and wisdom in remembering the Ways of the Nation's Hearth, from wolvs to wards. And that like the Mora, all are not as they seem. Look to the roads, wards, and hospitality of their own hearth, this message must be spread to all Varushkans in the new territory of Ossium.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Belakov, Wolf of Echofell\|vote=154 - 0 Greater Majority}}		{{SOP\|statement= We the national assembly of Varushka call for all Varushkans look to their vigilance and wisdom in remembering the Ways of the Nation's Hearth, from wolvs to wards. And that like the Mora, all are not as they seem. Look to the roads, wards, and hospitality of their own hearth, this message must be spread to all Varushkans in the new territory of Ossium.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Belakov, Wolf of Echofell\|vote=154 - 0 Greater Majority}}

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Resolution

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	It is also important to appreciate that while in theory the actions of [[Mercy is weakness\|the Wisdom Assembly]] and the [[Sword scholar\|sword scholars]] would require a mandate to receive a greater majority, thanks to the [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_3\|spiritual pilgrimage]] called for during the Autumn Equinox, for ''this season only'', mandates only need a simple majority to be enacted.		It is also important to appreciate that while in theory the actions of [[Mercy is weakness\|the Wisdom Assembly]] and the [[Sword scholar\|sword scholars]] would require a mandate to receive a greater majority, thanks to the [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_3\|spiritual pilgrimage]] called for during the Autumn Equinox, for ''this season only'', mandates only need a simple majority to be enacted.
	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	Following the Winter Solstice, several mandates were enacted. Konstantin Rabovich Bolotnikov enacted the mandate to encourage sell-swords to support the [[Beyond_the_light#Storytellers.2C_Wise_Ones.2C_and_Guides\|former Druj subjects]], Vasili Zoryakovich Zverokaz encouraged wardens to reach out to local orcs and humans, and Doubravka Nadjaovna Vanek encouraged wagon raiders to raid the Druj. meanwhile, Bloodcrow Udoo of the [[Imperial Orcs]] enacted the mandate to [[#Imperial_Orc_Preachers\|support the Wardens]], while Pelleas Montrose enacted the mandate to encourage Dawnish knights to [[Beyond_the_light#Troubadours_and_Knights\|support action against the Druj]] in the eastern woods.		Following the Winter Solstice, several mandates were enacted. Konstantin Rabovich Bolotnikov enacted the mandate to encourage sell-swords to support the [[Beyond_the_light#Storytellers.2C_Wise_Ones.2C_and_Guides\|former Druj subjects]], Vasili Zoryakovich Zverokaz encouraged wardens to reach out to local orcs and humans, and Doubravka Nadjaovna Vanek encouraged wagon raiders to raid the Druj. meanwhile, Bloodcrow Udoo of the [[Imperial Orcs]] enacted the mandate to [[#Imperial_Orc_Preachers\|support the Wardens]], while Pelleas Montrose enacted the mandate to encourage Dawnish knights to [[Beyond_the_light#Troubadours_and_Knights\|support action against the Druj]] in the eastern woods and Nathair Autumngale enacted the mandate to [[#Storytellers.2C_Wise_Ones.2C_and_Guides\|encourage Navarr]] to aid the wardens.

	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
	* [[Ossium]]		* [[Ossium]]
	* [[Thousands or more]] - opportunities in Ossium		* [[Thousands or more]] - opportunities in Ossium

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Resolution

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	It is also important to appreciate that while in theory the actions of [[Mercy is weakness\|the Wisdom Assembly]] and the [[Sword scholar\|sword scholars]] would require a mandate to receive a greater majority, thanks to the [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_3\|spiritual pilgrimage]] called for during the Autumn Equinox, for ''this season only'', mandates only need a simple majority to be enacted.		It is also important to appreciate that while in theory the actions of [[Mercy is weakness\|the Wisdom Assembly]] and the [[Sword scholar\|sword scholars]] would require a mandate to receive a greater majority, thanks to the [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_3\|spiritual pilgrimage]] called for during the Autumn Equinox, for ''this season only'', mandates only need a simple majority to be enacted.
	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	Following the Winter Solstice, several mandates were enacted. Konstantin Rabovich Bolotnikov enacted the mandate to encourage sell-swords to support the [[Beyond_the_light#Storytellers.2C_Wise_Ones.2C_and_Guides\|former Druj subjects]], Vasili Zoryakovich Zverokaz encouraged wardens to reach out to local orcs and humans, and Doubravka Nadjaovna Vanek encouraged wagon raiders to raid the Druj. meanwhile, Bloodcrow Udoo of the [[Imperial Orcs]] enacted the mandate to [[#Imperial_Orc_Preachers\|support the Wardens]].		Following the Winter Solstice, several mandates were enacted. Konstantin Rabovich Bolotnikov enacted the mandate to encourage sell-swords to support the [[Beyond_the_light#Storytellers.2C_Wise_Ones.2C_and_Guides\|former Druj subjects]], Vasili Zoryakovich Zverokaz encouraged wardens to reach out to local orcs and humans, and Doubravka Nadjaovna Vanek encouraged wagon raiders to raid the Druj. meanwhile, Bloodcrow Udoo of the [[Imperial Orcs]] enacted the mandate to [[#Imperial_Orc_Preachers\|support the Wardens]], while Pelleas Montrose enacted the mandate to encourage Dawnish knights to [[Beyond_the_light#Troubadours_and_Knights\|support action against the Druj]] in the eastern woods.

	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
	* [[Ossium]]		* [[Ossium]]
	* [[Thousands or more]] - opportunities in Ossium		* [[Thousands or more]] - opportunities in Ossium

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Resolution

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	It is also important to appreciate that while in theory the actions of [[Mercy is weakness\|the Wisdom Assembly]] and the [[Sword scholar\|sword scholars]] would require a mandate to receive a greater majority, thanks to the [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_3\|spiritual pilgrimage]] called for during the Autumn Equinox, for ''this season only'', mandates only need a simple majority to be enacted.		It is also important to appreciate that while in theory the actions of [[Mercy is weakness\|the Wisdom Assembly]] and the [[Sword scholar\|sword scholars]] would require a mandate to receive a greater majority, thanks to the [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_3\|spiritual pilgrimage]] called for during the Autumn Equinox, for ''this season only'', mandates only need a simple majority to be enacted.
	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	Following the Winter Solstice, several mandates were enacted. Bloodcrow Udoo of the [[Imperial Orcs]] enacted the mandate to [[Imperial_Orc_Preachers\|support the Wardens]]		Following the Winter Solstice, several mandates were enacted. Konstantin Rabovich Bolotnikov enacted the mandate to encourage sell-swords to support the [[Beyond_the_light#Storytellers.2C_Wise_Ones.2C_and_Guides\|former Druj subjects]], Vasili Zoryakovich Zverokaz encouraged wardens to reach out to local orcs and humans, and Doubravka Nadjaovna Vanek encouraged wagon raiders to raid the Druj. meanwhile, Bloodcrow Udoo of the [[Imperial Orcs]] enacted the mandate to [[#Imperial_Orc_Preachers\|support the Wardens]].

	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
	* [[Ossium]]		* [[Ossium]]
	* [[Thousands or more]] - opportunities in Ossium		* [[Thousands or more]] - opportunities in Ossium

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Mandates and Alternative Mandates

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	It is also important to appreciate that while in theory the actions of [[Mercy is weakness\|the Wisdom Assembly]] and the [[Sword scholar\|sword scholars]] would require a mandate to receive a greater majority, thanks to the [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_3\|spiritual pilgrimage]] called for during the Autumn Equinox, for ''this season only'', mandates only need a simple majority to be enacted.		It is also important to appreciate that while in theory the actions of [[Mercy is weakness\|the Wisdom Assembly]] and the [[Sword scholar\|sword scholars]] would require a mandate to receive a greater majority, thanks to the [[383YE_Autumn_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_3\|spiritual pilgrimage]] called for during the Autumn Equinox, for ''this season only'', mandates only need a simple majority to be enacted.
			==Resolution==
			Following the Winter Solstice, several mandates were enacted. Bloodcrow Udoo of the [[Imperial Orcs]] enacted the mandate to [[Imperial_Orc_Preachers\|support the Wardens]]

	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
	* [[Ossium]]		* [[Ossium]]
	* [[Thousands or more]] - opportunities in Ossium		* [[Thousands or more]] - opportunities in Ossium

Novemberalice at 20:04, 19 April 2022

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	And around the four of them went again, arguing and bickering until the sun dragged itself lazily above the eastern forest.</ic>		And around the four of them went again, arguing and bickering until the sun dragged itself lazily above the eastern forest.</ic>
	==Overview==		==Overview==
			{{Audio\|link=https://youtu.be/9L-45AtggPE}}
	It has been almost exactly a year since [[Ossium]] [[Assignment_of_Ossium\|became part of Varushka]], and in that time there have been several positive steps toward integrating the rich forests and relatively fertile farmland of the territory. Many of the former [[orc]] subjects of the [[Druj]] have [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Journeys_End\|sought new homes]] in [[Skarsind]], while others have accepted the hospitality of [[the League]] in [[Holberg]]. The insidious [[Druj_miasma#Miasma_Pillars\|miasma pillars]] that the Druj use to mark their dominion are almost entirely dealt with. There are ample opportunities for courageous Varushkan settlers to carve out new vales. Yet Ossium is by no means "safe" - there are still Druj here. There are unknown dangers in the deep woods of the east and north.		It has been almost exactly a year since [[Ossium]] [[Assignment_of_Ossium\|became part of Varushka]], and in that time there have been several positive steps toward integrating the rich forests and relatively fertile farmland of the territory. Many of the former [[orc]] subjects of the [[Druj]] have [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Journeys_End\|sought new homes]] in [[Skarsind]], while others have accepted the hospitality of [[the League]] in [[Holberg]]. The insidious [[Druj_miasma#Miasma_Pillars\|miasma pillars]] that the Druj use to mark their dominion are almost entirely dealt with. There are ample opportunities for courageous Varushkan settlers to carve out new vales. Yet Ossium is by no means "safe" - there are still Druj here. There are unknown dangers in the deep woods of the east and north.

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	Each venture relies on individual forces working alone, only enchantments whose effects include making a unit more effective for independent action (such as [[Merciless Wrath of the Reaver]]) will be of benefit. Each provides a different production for the military units supporting it, and the [[Quartermaster_General_of_the_Imperial_Armies\|Quartermaster General]] could choose to further supplement these rewards by assigning the [[Military_unit#Imperial_Guerdon\|guerdon]] to any or all of these actions.		Each venture relies on individual forces working alone, only enchantments whose effects include making a unit more effective for independent action (such as [[Merciless Wrath of the Reaver]]) will be of benefit. Each provides a different production for the military units supporting it, and the [[Quartermaster_General_of_the_Imperial_Armies\|Quartermaster General]] could choose to further supplement these rewards by assigning the [[Military_unit#Imperial_Guerdon\|guerdon]] to any or all of these actions.
	<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;"><box>'''The qualities of Ossium'''<br>We've added three new qualities to several regions of Ossium to reflect the challenge of making it a fully Imperial territory. You can find more details on the [[Ossium]] page under the section titled [[Ossium#Special Qualities\|Special Qualities]]. To quickly ~~summarize~~ the game effects:		<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;"><box>'''The qualities of Ossium'''<br>We've added three new qualities to several regions of Ossium to reflect the challenge of making it a fully Imperial territory. You can find more details on the [[Ossium]] page under the section titled [[Ossium#Special Qualities\|Special Qualities]]. To quickly summarise the game effects:

	* For ''each'' region of Ossium that has the ''[[Ossium#Under-developed\|under-developed]]'' quality, the labour costs for any [[commission]] in the territory are increased by a fifth.		* For ''each'' region of Ossium that has the ''[[Ossium#Under-developed\|under-developed]]'' quality, the labour costs for any [[commission]] in the territory are increased by a fifth.

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	When it comes to the territory itself, the civil service have identified three specific problems that prevent it from living up to it's full potential, which these bandits exacerbate. The territory is ''[[Ossium#Under-developed\|under-developed]]'' - it lacks all but the most basic infrastructure that brings prosperity to an Imperial territory. It is ''[[Ossium#Underpopulated\|underpopulated]]'' - there are few Imperial citizens (or foreigners friendly to the Empire) in the territory, restricting its growth. It is ''[[Ossium#Under threat\|under threat]]'' by the Druj who still have a presence in the eastern forests - it would be easy for the orcs of the Mallum to return. But the Varushkans have a great deal of experience dealing with rich, perilous lands, and for many of them Ossium is just another challenge to be understood and overcome - one that promises rich rewards.		When it comes to the territory itself, the civil service have identified three specific problems that prevent it from living up to it's full potential, which these bandits exacerbate. The territory is ''[[Ossium#Under-developed\|under-developed]]'' - it lacks all but the most basic infrastructure that brings prosperity to an Imperial territory. It is ''[[Ossium#Underpopulated\|underpopulated]]'' - there are few Imperial citizens (or foreigners friendly to the Empire) in the territory, restricting its growth. It is ''[[Ossium#Under threat\|under threat]]'' by the Druj who still have a presence in the eastern forests - it would be easy for the orcs of the Mallum to return. But the Varushkans have a great deal of experience dealing with rich, perilous lands, and for many of them Ossium is just another challenge to be understood and overcome - one that promises rich rewards.

	During the Autumn Equinox, there were [[statement of principle\|statements of principle]] upheld by the Varushkan National Assembly with a greater majority that suggested ways these challenges might be addressed. These statements have ~~lead~~ to a call for action - for wagon raiders, sell swords, and wardens to throw their support into the vital task of securing Ossium.		During the Autumn Equinox, there were [[statement of principle\|statements of principle]] upheld by the Varushkan National Assembly with a greater majority that suggested ways these challenges might be addressed. These statements have led to a call for action - for wagon raiders, sell swords, and wardens to throw their support into the vital task of securing Ossium.
	{{SOP\|statement=We the national assembly call for the Wagon Raiders of Varushka to come and protect Varushkans and foreigners in Ossium and hunt the Druj in the territory.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Witold Petrous\|vote=198 - 0 Greater Majority}}		{{SOP\|statement=We the national assembly call for the Wagon Raiders of Varushka to come and protect Varushkans and foreigners in Ossium and hunt the Druj in the territory.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Witold Petrous\|vote=198 - 0 Greater Majority}}
	{{SOP\|statement= We the national assembly of Varushka call for all Varushkans look to their vigilance and wisdom in remembering the Ways of the Nation's Hearth, from wolvs to wards. And that like the Mora, all are not as they seem. Look to the roads, wards, and hospitality of their own hearth, this message must be spread to all Varushkans in the new territory of Ossium.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Belakov, Wolf of Echofell\|vote=154 - 0 Greater Majority}}		{{SOP\|statement= We the national assembly of Varushka call for all Varushkans look to their vigilance and wisdom in remembering the Ways of the Nation's Hearth, from wolvs to wards. And that like the Mora, all are not as they seem. Look to the roads, wards, and hospitality of their own hearth, this message must be spread to all Varushkans in the new territory of Ossium.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Belakov, Wolf of Echofell\|vote=154 - 0 Greater Majority}}

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	During the Autumn Equinox, there were [[statement of principle\|statements of principle]] upheld by the Varushkan National Assembly with a greater majority that suggested ways these challenges might be addressed. These statements have led to a call for action - for wagon raiders, sell swords, and wardens to throw their support into the vital task of securing Ossium.		During the Autumn Equinox, there were [[statement of principle\|statements of principle]] upheld by the Varushkan National Assembly with a greater majority that suggested ways these challenges might be addressed. These statements have led to a call for action - for wagon raiders, sell swords, and wardens to throw their support into the vital task of securing Ossium.
	{{SOP\|statement=We the national assembly call for the Wagon Raiders of Varushka to come and protect Varushkans and foreigners in Ossium and hunt the Druj in the territory.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Witold Petrous\|vote=198 - 0 Greater Majority}}		{{SOP\|statement=We the national assembly call for the Wagon Raiders of Varushka to come and protect Varushkans and foreigners in Ossium and hunt the Druj in the territory.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Witold Petrous\|vote=198 - 0 Greater Majority}}
	{{SOP\|statement= We the national assembly of Varushka call for all Varushkans look to their vigilance and wisdom in remembering the Ways of the Nation's Hearth, from ~~wolvs~~ to wards. And that like the Mora, all are not as they seem. Look to the roads, wards, and hospitality of their own hearth, this message must be spread to all Varushkans in the new territory of Ossium.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Belakov, Wolf of Echofell\|vote=154 - 0 Greater Majority}}		{{SOP\|statement= We the national assembly of Varushka call for all Varushkans look to their vigilance and wisdom in remembering the Ways of the Nation's Hearth, from wolves to wards. And that like the Mora, all are not as they seem. Look to the roads, wards, and hospitality of their own hearth, this message must be spread to all Varushkans in the new territory of Ossium.\|assembly=Varushkan National Assembly\|when=Autumn Equinox383YE\|by=Belakov, Wolf of Echofell\|vote=154 - 0 Greater Majority}}
	==Securing Ossium==		==Securing Ossium==
	* '''Military units can participate in an undertaking to secure Ossium'''		* '''Military units can participate in an undertaking to secure Ossium'''
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	The intent is that the Empire can remove some or all of these qualities through opportunities, and actions such as the one outlined in this wind of fortune.</box></div>		The intent is that the Empire can remove some or all of these qualities through opportunities, and actions such as the one outlined in this wind of fortune.</box></div>
	===Wagon Raiding and War===		===Wagon Raiding and War===
	* '''''Wagon raiding in Ossium'' focuses on fighting Druj ~~guerillas~~ and raiding resource caches'''		* '''''Wagon raiding in Ossium'' focuses on fighting Druj guerrillas and raiding resource caches'''
	* '''If this is the most successful action, the outcomes involve opportunities to fight enemy orcs and seize treasure'''		* '''If this is the most successful action, the outcomes involve opportunities to fight enemy orcs and seize treasure'''
	* '''Risks trouble with Arhallogen'''		* '''Risks trouble with Arhallogen'''
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	If this is the most successful action (it has the highest strength assigned of all three actions), and the overall goal to Secure Ossium is a success, then the wave of settlement in Ossium will extend into all the regions except the Webwood. The territory will grow more prosperous, and there will be opportunities to deal more permanently with the bandit problem, develop the local economy. It will however make the problem with the bandits of Karsk more urgent - they will become more adventurous as their easy targets are denied to them.		If this is the most successful action (it has the highest strength assigned of all three actions), and the overall goal to Secure Ossium is a success, then the wave of settlement in Ossium will extend into all the regions except the Webwood. The territory will grow more prosperous, and there will be opportunities to deal more permanently with the bandit problem, develop the local economy. It will however make the problem with the bandits of Karsk more urgent - they will become more adventurous as their easy targets are denied to them.

	If this is the most successful action and the overall Secure Ossium action is a major victory, in addition to other effects it removes the ''under-developed'' quality from ~~Nearwald~~ as the vales there receive vital support and supplies.		If this is the most successful action and the overall Secure Ossium action is a major victory, in addition to other effects it removes the ''under-developed'' quality from Nearweald as the vales there receive vital support and supplies.

	===Wardens and the Deep Woods===		===Wardens and the Deep Woods===
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	This opportunity has arisen with the support of the Varushkan national assembly. While Witold Petrous spoke specifically of sending wagon raiders to rout the Druj, Belakov, Wolf of Echofell encouraged a more cautious approach focusing on warding and reaching out to Varushkans in the territory. The words of the assembly are powerful; their urging would encourage people to support one of the three approaches over others, especially when backed up with liao ceremonies such as anointing, hallow, and insight. There are three mandates that the assembly might pass.		This opportunity has arisen with the support of the Varushkan national assembly. While Witold Petrous spoke specifically of sending wagon raiders to rout the Druj, Belakov, Wolf of Echofell encouraged a more cautious approach focusing on warding and reaching out to Varushkans in the territory. The words of the assembly are powerful; their urging would encourage people to support one of the three approaches over others, especially when backed up with liao ceremonies such as anointing, hallow, and insight. There are three mandates that the assembly might pass.
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	{{Mandate\|mandate=The Druj have left their ~~guerilla~~ warriors behind in Ossium, and their dark temple in Webwood is a threat to everyone. We must thwart this malice before it strike us! We send {named priest} with 50 doses of liao to support the wagon raiders of Varushka as they destroy the orcs and take their wealth.\|assembly=Varushkan Assembly}}		{{Mandate\|mandate=The Druj have left their guerrilla warriors behind in Ossium, and their dark temple in Webwood is a threat to everyone. We must thwart this malice before it strike us! We send {named priest} with 50 doses of liao to support the wagon raiders of Varushka as they destroy the orcs and take their wealth.\|assembly=Varushkan Assembly}}
	{{Mandate\|mandate=The settlers who leave their vales to begin new lives in Ossium are the strength of Varushka. We must help them claim the just rewards of their labours. We send {named priest} with 50 doses of liao to support the sell swords and schlacta of Varushka as they protect settlers and building the new vales.\|assembly=Varushkan Assembly}}		{{Mandate\|mandate=The settlers who leave their vales to begin new lives in Ossium are the strength of Varushka. We must help them claim the just rewards of their labours. We send {named priest} with 50 doses of liao to support the sell swords and schlacta of Varushka as they protect settlers and building the new vales.\|assembly=Varushkan Assembly}}
	{{Mandate\|mandate=We should carry the light of the Empire into the dark places of Ossium, so that it may inspire others to greatness. It is wise to reach out to those the Druj have abandoned and bring them into the Empire. We send {named priest} with 50 doses of liao to support the warden fellowships as they explore Ossium and reach out to the isolated communities there.\|assembly=General Assembly}}</div>		{{Mandate\|mandate=We should carry the light of the Empire into the dark places of Ossium, so that it may inspire others to greatness. It is wise to reach out to those the Druj have abandoned and bring them into the Empire. We send {named priest} with 50 doses of liao to support the warden fellowships as they explore Ossium and reach out to the isolated communities there.\|assembly=General Assembly}}</div>