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Hailmur: /* The Virtue of Art */

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The Virtue of Art

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Rafferty: /* The Virtue of Art */

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The Virtue of Art

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	Bedelaar Huisbaas Annike clearly finds the matter a little disappointing, but she still passes along an offer made by one of the wealthier members of the [[Founders_of_the_Delves#The_Maggot\|House of the Maggot]]. ''Marieke'' is a [[draughir]] who prides herself on her exquisite taste, and since retiring as the representative of her house to the Beggar's Banquet she has taken on the mantle of a patron of the arts. Viewing the declining attendance of the Cathedral of the Navigators as an opportunity, she is prepared to pay 140 Thrones to the Imperial Senate if they are prepared to sell the building to her. Her intent is apparently to turn it into a massive art gallery, museum, and auction hall dealing in artworks and antiques. Given how much the Cathedral [[Construct Cathedral of the Navigators#Cost\|cost to build]], this would represent only a fraction of what was invested. Marieke wants a decision now however; the opportunity is only available at the Spring Equinox.		Bedelaar Huisbaas Annike clearly finds the matter a little disappointing, but she still passes along an offer made by one of the wealthier members of the [[Founders_of_the_Delves#The_Maggot\|House of the Maggot]]. ''Marieke'' is a [[draughir]] who prides herself on her exquisite taste, and since retiring as the representative of her house to the Beggar's Banquet she has taken on the mantle of a patron of the arts. Viewing the declining attendance of the Cathedral of the Navigators as an opportunity, she is prepared to pay 140 Thrones to the Imperial Senate if they are prepared to sell the building to her. Her intent is apparently to turn it into a massive art gallery, museum, and auction hall dealing in artworks and antiques. Given how much the Cathedral [[Construct Cathedral of the Navigators#Cost\|cost to build]], this would represent only a fraction of what was invested. Marieke wants a decision now however; the opportunity is only available at the Spring Equinox.

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Rafferty: /* Apothecary Guilds */

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Apothecary Guilds

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Rafferty: /* Apothecary Guilds */

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Apothecary Guilds

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Rafferty: /* Apothecary Guilds */

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Apothecary Guilds

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Dre at 22:45, 31 May 2026

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Twiggy at 21:01, 31 May 2026

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	* '''The grand week-long party at the Alivetti estate has gone off without a hitch		* '''The grand week-long party at the Alivetti estate has gone off without a hitch
	* '''Highguard discouraged members of its nation from attending		* '''Highguard discouraged members of its nation from attending
	The [[A_wild_night_and_a_new_road#Prosperity_and_Opportunity\|five year celebration]] at the [[Sarvos#Sarcophan_Enclave\|~~Alvietti~~ estate]] has concluded with no lingering ill effects beyond perhaps some rueful memories and some historic hangovers. ''Burgemeester Vandersaar'' has declared it a rousing success, despite the fact that the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] declined to attend. Guided by the [[statement of principle]] raised by '''Exarch Aemon''' of the [[Highguard_groups#The Suns of Couros\|Suns of Couros]] and [[387YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements\|endorsed]] by the Highborn assembly, there were few visitors to the week-long festivities from the sombre nation. Nobody talks about it openly, but this snub has sent a message to the Alivetti Estate that while Highguard might tolerate them, they do not welcome further engagement. For at least the next year there will be no more approaches to Highguard from the Delves. This doesn't represent anger at the Highborn - quite the contrary. Again, being direct and unambiguous helps everyone make better business decisions.		The [[A_wild_night_and_a_new_road#Prosperity_and_Opportunity\|five year celebration]] at the [[Sarvos#Sarcophan_Enclave\|Alivetti estate]] has concluded with no lingering ill effects beyond perhaps some rueful memories and some historic hangovers. ''Burgemeester Vandersaar'' has declared it a rousing success, despite the fact that the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] declined to attend. Guided by the [[statement of principle]] raised by '''Exarch Aemon''' of the [[Highguard_groups#The Suns of Couros\|Suns of Couros]] and [[387YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements\|endorsed]] by the Highborn assembly, there were few visitors to the week-long festivities from the sombre nation. Nobody talks about it openly, but this snub has sent a message to the Alivetti Estate that while Highguard might tolerate them, they do not welcome further engagement. For at least the next year there will be no more approaches to Highguard from the Delves. This doesn't represent anger at the Highborn - quite the contrary. Again, being direct and unambiguous helps everyone make better business decisions.
	===Participation : ~~Alvietti~~ Celebration===		===Participation : Alivetti Celebration===
	* '''Anyone could have attended the celebration at the ~~Alvietti~~ estates		* '''Anyone could have attended the celebration at the Alivetti estates
	* '''Freeborn and League character, especially from Tassato, Sarvos, and Madruga, received additional benefits		* '''Freeborn and League character, especially from Tassato, Sarvos, and Madruga, received additional benefits
	Citizens from all over [[the League]] and [[the Brass Coast]] attended the celebrations openly and in reasonable numbers. [[Business]] owners from these nations were able to choose a free [[Business#Diversification\|diversification]] option as a result of small but lucrative deals made during the revelry. Every business owner in [[Sarvos]], [[Tassato]], and [[Madruga]] receives two doses of random consumables acquired from the Estates. These either represent "treats" picked up during the party or goods acquired from people who attended after the celebration. Most are harmless, but there is a chance some are not legal in the Empire. The magistrates, already a little stretched, will find it almost impossible to prevent Imperial citizens bringing illegal goods out of Alivetti intentionally or accidentally. If your character wouldn't have had anything to do with the celebration, you can hand these consumables back to GOD when you collect your pack.		Citizens from all over [[the League]] and [[the Brass Coast]] attended the celebrations openly and in reasonable numbers. [[Business]] owners from these nations were able to choose a free [[Business#Diversification\|diversification]] option as a result of small but lucrative deals made during the revelry. Every business owner in [[Sarvos]], [[Tassato]], and [[Madruga]] receives two doses of random consumables acquired from the Estates. These either represent "treats" picked up during the party or goods acquired from people who attended after the celebration. Most are harmless, but there is a chance some are not legal in the Empire. The magistrates, already a little stretched, will find it almost impossible to prevent Imperial citizens bringing illegal goods out of Alivetti intentionally or accidentally. If your character wouldn't have had anything to do with the celebration, you can hand these consumables back to GOD when you collect your pack.
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	* '''The Cathedral of the Way in the Sarcophan Delves has lost all but one rank of a single ministry		* '''The Cathedral of the Way in the Sarcophan Delves has lost all but one rank of a single ministry
	* '''Sarcophan pilgrims look elsewhere for spiritual guidance		* '''Sarcophan pilgrims look elsewhere for spiritual guidance
	For the last year, there has been a demand for Highborn stone and stonework in the Sarcophan Delves. The [[A_wild_night_and_a_new_road#The_Monument_Trade\|monument trade]] continues, but the high demand has more-or-less run its course as of the dawn of the Spring Equinox. The high profits enjoyed by Highborn [[business\|businesses]] and [[mine\|mines]] have ended. It also appears that ''Senna van Ijzer'' - the art dealer who first negotiated the arrangement on behalf of the Sarcophan sect known as the Collectors - has been discouraged from pursuing any further links. There is concern in the Delves that after the Highborn statement about the anniversary of the ~~Alvietti~~ estate, it might be best to avoid further trade arrangements for the time being		For the last year, there has been a demand for Highborn stone and stonework in the Sarcophan Delves. The [[A_wild_night_and_a_new_road#The_Monument_Trade\|monument trade]] continues, but the high demand has more-or-less run its course as of the dawn of the Spring Equinox. The high profits enjoyed by Highborn [[business\|businesses]] and [[mine\|mines]] have ended. It also appears that ''Senna van Ijzer'' - the art dealer who first negotiated the arrangement on behalf of the Sarcophan sect known as the Collectors - has been discouraged from pursuing any further links. There is concern in the Delves that after the Highborn statement about the anniversary of the Alivetti estate, it might be best to avoid further trade arrangements for the time being

	The prosperity of Highguard has come at the cost of the respect the Sarcophan people had for the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Cathedral_of_the_Navigators\|Cathedral of the Navigators]]. As the Spring Equinox dawns, the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Low Ministry\|Low Ministry]] has been lost, and the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Merchant_Ministry\|merchant ministry]] has been reduced to a single rank of production. This represents a significant loss of influence for the cathedral, the [[Bishop of the Navigators]], and the Imperial version of the Way in the Sarcophan Delves.		The prosperity of Highguard has come at the cost of the respect the Sarcophan people had for the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Cathedral_of_the_Navigators\|Cathedral of the Navigators]]. As the Spring Equinox dawns, the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Low Ministry\|Low Ministry]] has been lost, and the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Merchant_Ministry\|merchant ministry]] has been reduced to a single rank of production. This represents a significant loss of influence for the cathedral, the [[Bishop of the Navigators]], and the Imperial version of the Way in the Sarcophan Delves.

Wafer-Thin-Reasoning: /* The Business of Diplomacy */ Too many r's

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The Business of Diplomacy: Too many r's

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	* '''Access to the Jakhalsmarkt will continue until the start of the Autumn Equinox 388YE after which further investment may be required		* '''Access to the Jakhalsmarkt will continue until the start of the Autumn Equinox 388YE after which further investment may be required
	* '''The Tower of the Raven has advised Sarcophan travellers to be cognisant of the very different legal position of the Empire compared to the Delves they are used to		* '''The Tower of the Raven has advised Sarcophan travellers to be cognisant of the very different legal position of the Empire compared to the Delves they are used to
	As always, there are topics of diplomatic nature to discuss. The [[Founders of the Delves#The Buidelrat\|Buildelrat]] offer thanks to the Ambassador for pursuing the matter of access to the [[All_the_night-tide#Moeraskriden\|Moeraskriden]], and for being candid in their response. Being honest allows the Buidelrat to look elsewhere, and avoid wasting energy on something Imperial traders aren't interested in. Likewise the [[Prime_Factor_of_the_deBruin_Docks#deBruin_Docks\|deBruin]] family respond philosophically when informed that the Empire will not [[A_wild_night_and_a_new_road#Children_of_Wrecks\|need their services]] in the fight against the Children of Wrecks. There is ~~rarelyr~~ a shortage of opportunity for veteran marines. The Ambassador may still present a proposal on behalf of the Empire if they change their mind in the future. Bedelaar Huisbaas Annike expands a little. The Sarcophan are first and foremost ''businessfolk''. They respond much better to being told there is no interest than to being "strung along" - even if the reasons for being ambiguous are well meaning. If an offer isn't of interest, being honest about that from the start prevents a lot of frustration.		As always, there are topics of diplomatic nature to discuss. The [[Founders of the Delves#The Buidelrat\|Buildelrat]] offer thanks to the Ambassador for pursuing the matter of access to the [[All_the_night-tide#Moeraskriden\|Moeraskriden]], and for being candid in their response. Being honest allows the Buidelrat to look elsewhere, and avoid wasting energy on something Imperial traders aren't interested in. Likewise the [[Prime_Factor_of_the_deBruin_Docks#deBruin_Docks\|deBruin]] family respond philosophically when informed that the Empire will not [[A_wild_night_and_a_new_road#Children_of_Wrecks\|need their services]] in the fight against the Children of Wrecks. There is rarely a shortage of opportunity for veteran marines. The Ambassador may still present a proposal on behalf of the Empire if they change their mind in the future. Bedelaar Huisbaas Annike expands a little. The Sarcophan are first and foremost ''businessfolk''. They respond much better to being told there is no interest than to being "strung along" - even if the reasons for being ambiguous are well meaning. If an offer isn't of interest, being honest about that from the start prevents a lot of frustration.
	<div style="float:right; width: 300px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=AmbassadorSarcophanDelves.jpg\|caption='''Dino i Riqueza''', Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves\|align=right\|width=300}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 300px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=AmbassadorSarcophanDelves.jpg\|caption='''Dino i Riqueza''', Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves\|align=right\|width=300}}</div>
	In contrast to the Moeraskriden situation, significant numbers of Imperial traders continue to be drawn to the [[A_wild_night_and_a_new_road#Jackals,_Ports,_and_Buidelrats\|Jakhalsmarkt]]. ''Annabel de Gouden'' of the [[Founders of the Delves#The Jackal\|House of the Jackal]], who secured Imperial access to the jewellers' port, continues to sponsor the Empire's captains in visiting the markets. She has confirmed that access to Jakhalsmarkt under current conditions will continue until the start of the Autumn Equinox 388YE. She will then review whether it is still profitable to continue and whether she will need to request investment from the Empire to maintain the trade in [[Principalities of Jarm\|Jarmish]] ''star jewels'' that appear to be such a draw.		In contrast to the Moeraskriden situation, significant numbers of Imperial traders continue to be drawn to the [[A_wild_night_and_a_new_road#Jackals,_Ports,_and_Buidelrats\|Jakhalsmarkt]]. ''Annabel de Gouden'' of the [[Founders of the Delves#The Jackal\|House of the Jackal]], who secured Imperial access to the jewellers' port, continues to sponsor the Empire's captains in visiting the markets. She has confirmed that access to Jakhalsmarkt under current conditions will continue until the start of the Autumn Equinox 388YE. She will then review whether it is still profitable to continue and whether she will need to request investment from the Empire to maintain the trade in [[Principalities of Jarm\|Jarmish]] ''star jewels'' that appear to be such a draw.
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	Ambassador Dino's patience speaks well of them, and she absolutely concurs with his sentiment that "''by being flippant about local laws they are putting much more at risk for all of us who prize good trading relations''.". The Tower of the Ravens will make more of an effort to impress on Sarcophan looking to trade with or visit the Empire that they must be cognizant of Imperial law when they are outside the Alivetti estates.		Ambassador Dino's patience speaks well of them, and she absolutely concurs with his sentiment that "''by being flippant about local laws they are putting much more at risk for all of us who prize good trading relations''.". The Tower of the Ravens will make more of an effort to impress on Sarcophan looking to trade with or visit the Empire that they must be cognizant of Imperial law when they are outside the Alivetti estates.

	==Our Revels Are Ended==		==Our Revels Are Ended==
	* '''The grand week-long party at the Alivetti estate has gone off without a hitch		* '''The grand week-long party at the Alivetti estate has gone off without a hitch

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	[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:388YE Spring~~]][[Category:Recent History~~]][[Category:Foreign Nations]]		[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:388YE Spring]][[Category:Foreign Nations]]
	<ic>"I'm a little surprised to see so few Highborn here."		<ic>"I'm a little surprised to see so few Highborn here."

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	"Which they do of course," interjected Maria.		"Which they do of course," interjected Maria.

	"Which they do of course," Luija agreed. "They'll take a little time to regroup, find a better approach. Perhaps make an effort to downplay this entire 'den of licentiousness' thing. Maybe even adjust to how the Empire operates instead of constantly pushing us to do things their way."		"Which they do of course," Luija agreed. "They'll take a little time to regroup, find a better approach. Perhaps make an effort to downplay this entire 'den of licentiousness' thing. Maybe even adjust to how the Empire operates instead of constantly pushing us to do things their way."

	Maria nodded licking powdered sugar off her fingertips.		Maria nodded licking powdered sugar off her fingertips.
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	===Participation : Alivetti Celebration===		===Participation : Alivetti Celebration===
	* '''Anyone could have attended the celebration at the Alivetti estates		* '''Anyone could have attended the celebration at the Alivetti estates
	* '''Freeborn and League ~~character~~, especially from Tassato, Sarvos, and Madruga, received additional benefits		* '''Freeborn and League characters, especially from Tassato, Sarvos, and Madruga, received additional benefits
	Citizens from all over [[the League]] and [[the Brass Coast]] attended the celebrations openly and in reasonable numbers. [[Business]] owners from these nations were able to choose a free [[Business#Diversification\|diversification]] option as a result of small but lucrative deals made during the revelry. Every business owner in [[Sarvos]], [[Tassato]], and [[Madruga]] receives two doses of random consumables acquired from the Estates. These either represent "treats" picked up during the party or goods acquired from people who attended after the celebration. Most are harmless, but there is a chance some are not legal in the Empire. The magistrates, already a little stretched, will find it almost impossible to prevent Imperial citizens bringing illegal goods out of Alivetti intentionally or accidentally. If your character wouldn't have had anything to do with the celebration, you can hand these consumables back to GOD when you collect your pack.		Citizens from all over [[the League]] and [[the Brass Coast]] attended the celebrations openly and in reasonable numbers. [[Business]] owners from these nations were able to choose a free [[Business#Diversification\|diversification]] option as a result of small but lucrative deals made during the revelry. Every business owner in [[Sarvos]], [[Tassato]], and [[Madruga]] receives two doses of random consumables acquired from the Estates. These either represent "treats" picked up during the party or goods acquired from people who attended after the celebration. Most are harmless, but there is a chance some are not legal in the Empire. The magistrates, already a little stretched, will find it almost impossible to prevent Imperial citizens bringing illegal goods out of Alivetti intentionally or accidentally. If your character wouldn't have had anything to do with the celebration, you can hand these consumables back to GOD when you collect your pack.

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	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Apothecaries Guild.png\|title=Imperial Apothecaries' Guild\|align=right\|width=240}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Apothecaries Guild.png\|title=Imperial Apothecaries' Guild\|align=right\|width=240}}
	==Apothecary Guilds==		==Apothecary Guilds==
	* '''The enthusiasm for the ~~Apothecarys~~ Guild from the Kruidenkenner has cooled significantly		* '''The enthusiasm for the Apothecaries' Guild from the Kruidenkenner has cooled significantly
	* '''All Kruidenkenner offers except that presented in the ''The Circle Game'' wind of fortune have been withdrawn		* '''All Kruidenkenner offers except that presented in the ''The Circle Game'' wind of fortune have been withdrawn
	* '''The current Apothecaries' Guild Leader is Esmé i Estrico i Erigo'''		* '''The current Apothecaries' Guild Leader is Esmé i Estrico i Erigo'''
	The Sarcophan Delves pride themselves on their mastery of herblore, especially when it comes to the [[Surgical skills#Apothecary\|apothecary arts]]. Foremost among the Delves' practitioners are the wealthy and influential ''Kruidenkenner'', a powerful guild that exists outside the [[Founders_of_the_Delves\|thirteen houses]] in a manner analogous to an [[Imperial sodality]]. Since the formation of the [[Imperial Apothecaries Guild]], the Kruidenkenner have [[Can%27t_give_everything_away#The_Apothecaries_Guild\|sought closer ties]] with their Imperial peers. Unfortunately, they are used to working within a much looser legal system than that of the Empire, and have apparently been frustrated by their efforts to build ties with the sodality. Bedelaar Husiaas Annike has done her best to manage the expectations of the guild, but with limited success. She also acknowledges the efforts of Ambassador Dino and their staff - especially their proxy '''Estrella''' - in doing the same in the Empire.		The Sarcophan Delves pride themselves on their mastery of herblore, especially when it comes to the [[Surgical skills#Apothecary\|apothecary arts]]. Foremost among the Delves' practitioners are the wealthy and influential ''Kruidenkenner'', a powerful guild that exists outside the [[Founders_of_the_Delves\|thirteen houses]] in a manner analogous to an [[Imperial sodality]]. Since the formation of the [[Imperial Apothecaries Guild\|Imperial Apothecaries' Guild]], the Kruidenkenner have [[Can%27t_give_everything_away#The_Apothecaries_Guild\|sought closer ties]] with their Imperial peers. Unfortunately, they are used to working within a much looser legal system than that of the Empire, and have apparently been frustrated by their efforts to build ties with the sodality. Bedelaar Husiaas Annike has done her best to manage the expectations of the guild, but with limited success. She also acknowledges the efforts of Ambassador Dino and their staff - especially their proxy '''Estrella''' - in doing the same in the Empire.

	During the Winter Solstice the Senate [[387YE_Winter_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Amend_Manifesto_of_the_Apothecaries_Guild_II\|amended the manifesto]] of the Guild to make it clear that their powers and responsibilities ''only'' extend to Imperial citizens. This seems to end any possibility of cooperation between the Kruidenkenner and the ~~Sodality~~.		During the Winter Solstice the Senate [[387YE_Winter_Solstice_Senate_sessions#Amend_Manifesto_of_the_Apothecaries_Guild_II\|amended the manifesto]] of the Guild to make it clear that their powers and responsibilities ''only'' extend to Imperial citizens. This seems to end any possibility of cooperation between the Kruidenkenner and the sodality.

	For now, they have withdrawn all offers related to sharing herb lore with the Kruidenkenner, trading such lore to the Empire, or interfering with Imperial titles. This includes the offer intended to encourage the Senate to amend the appointment methods of the [[Kruidenkenner Trademaster]] and [[Master of the Root and Stem]]. The offer to [[The_circle_game#Sarcophan_and_the_Kruidenkenner\|amend the trade of herbs]] for the Kruidenkenner Trademaster and the Master of the Root and Stem remain on the table, however. The reason for this, Annike explains, is that these deals were made with a [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|member of the Imperial civil service]], specifically [[Appraisal#Graciana_i_Lòpez_i_Guerra\|Graciana i Lòpez i Guerra]], so the Kruidenkenner are not worried that it might run afoul of the Senate or the Constitution or the law. Annike cautions that the offers will expire at the end of the Autumn Equinox 388YE - the markets will have shifted enough that the Kruidenkenner would need to rethink them - but there is no ''animosity'' here. There's no question that the Kruidenkenner will continue to ~~fulfill~~ all their current obligations to the Empire. The leadership of the Guild are still interested in building bridges with the Imperial sodality; they're simply not sure how best to go about it given the (to them) convoluted nature of Imperial law and tradition.		For now, they have withdrawn all offers related to sharing herb lore with the Kruidenkenner, trading such lore to the Empire, or interfering with Imperial titles. This includes the offer intended to encourage the Senate to amend the appointment methods of the [[Kruidenkenner Trademaster]] and [[Master of the Root and Stem]]. The offer to [[The_circle_game#Sarcophan_and_the_Kruidenkenner\|amend the trade of herbs]] for the Kruidenkenner Trademaster and the Master of the Root and Stem remain on the table, however. The reason for this, Annike explains, is that these deals were made with a [[Appraisal#The_Prognosticators_Office\|member of the Imperial civil service]], specifically [[Appraisal#Graciana_i_Lòpez_i_Guerra\|Graciana i Lòpez i Guerra]], so the Kruidenkenner are not worried that it might run afoul of the Senate or the Constitution or the law. Annike cautions that the offers will expire at the end of the Autumn Equinox 388YE - the markets will have shifted enough that the Kruidenkenner would need to rethink them - but there is no ''animosity'' here. There's no question that the Kruidenkenner will continue to fulfil all their current obligations to the Empire. The leadership of the Guild are still interested in building bridges with the Imperial sodality; they're simply not sure how best to go about it given the (to them) convoluted nature of Imperial law and tradition.
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	<tr><td>'''Commission Type:''' [[Appraisal]]</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Commission Type:''' [[Appraisal]]</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Availability:''' Until the end of the Winter Solstice 388YE</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Availability:''' Until the end of the Winter Solstice 388YE</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Limits:'''		<tr><td>'''Limits:'''
	* The appraisal must specify that it relates to cooperation between the Kruidenkenner and the Imperial Apothecaries Guild		* The appraisal must specify that it relates to cooperation between the Kruidenkenner and the Imperial Apothecaries' Guild
	* Any opportunities will be aimed at the Imperial sodality rather than the Empire as a whole		* Any opportunities will be aimed at the Imperial sodality rather than the Empire as a whole
	<tr><td>'''Effect:'''		<tr><td>'''Effect:'''
	* As with any appraisal, presents opportunities to increase cooperation between the Sarcophan Kruidenkenner Guild and the Imperial Apothecaries Guild Imperial sodality		* As with any appraisal, presents opportunities to increase cooperation between the Sarcophan Kruidenkenner Guild and the Imperial Apothecaries' Guild Imperial sodality
	* The Senate will need to specify which prognosticator will undertake the appraisal as normal		* The Senate will need to specify which prognosticator will undertake the appraisal as normal
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	As such, Annike passes along a proposal from the Kruidenkenner. There are plenty of experienced members of the Guild in the Empire already, trading and staffing the [[Kruidenkenner_Trademaster#The_Kruidenkenner_Magazijn\|Kruidenkenner Magazijn]] at [[Necropolis#Longbeach\|Crown's Quay]]. They have more experience of dealing with Imperial sensibilities, and with the civil service. They suggest that the best way to cement ties between the Sarcophan Guild and their Imperial peers would be for the Senate to commission an [[appraisal]] to explore cooperation between the Kruidenkenner and the Imperial Apothecaries Guild. The civil service do not believe this would take any more time than a traditional appraisal - there's no need to travel to the Delves for a start - and would not have any additional costs. The advantage over a traditional appraisal is that the Kruidenkenner would be directly involved in developing opportunities, removing the need for any further diplomatic discussion, and with the possibility that accepting any or all of the proposals could be done via a [[Ambassador#Treaty\|treaty]] (there'd be no doubt as to whether the agreements were the result of a diplomatic negotiation).		As such, Annike passes along a proposal from the Kruidenkenner. There are plenty of experienced members of the Guild in the Empire already, trading and staffing the [[Kruidenkenner_Trademaster#The_Kruidenkenner_Magazijn\|Kruidenkenner Magazijn]] at [[Necropolis#Longbeach\|Crown's Quay]]. They have more experience of dealing with Imperial sensibilities, and with the civil service. They suggest that the best way to cement ties between the Sarcophan Guild and their Imperial peers would be for the Senate to commission an [[appraisal]] to explore cooperation between the Kruidenkenner and the Imperial Apothecaries' Guild. The civil service do not believe this would take any more time than a traditional appraisal - there's no need to travel to the Delves for a start - and would not have any additional costs. The advantage over a traditional appraisal is that the Kruidenkenner would be directly involved in developing opportunities, removing the need for any further diplomatic discussion, and with the possibility that accepting any or all of the proposals could be done via a [[Ambassador#Treaty\|treaty]] (there'd be no doubt as to whether the agreements were the result of a diplomatic negotiation).

	==A Highborn Fashion==		==A Highborn Fashion==
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	The prosperity of Highguard has come at the cost of the respect the Sarcophan people had for the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Cathedral_of_the_Navigators\|Cathedral of the Navigators]]. As the Spring Equinox dawns, the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Low Ministry\|Low Ministry]] has been lost, and the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Merchant_Ministry\|merchant ministry]] has been reduced to a single rank of production. This represents a significant loss of influence for the cathedral, the [[Bishop of the Navigators]], and the Imperial version of the Way in the Sarcophan Delves.		The prosperity of Highguard has come at the cost of the respect the Sarcophan people had for the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Cathedral_of_the_Navigators\|Cathedral of the Navigators]]. As the Spring Equinox dawns, the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Low Ministry\|Low Ministry]] has been lost, and the [[Bishop_of_the_Navigators#Merchant_Ministry\|merchant ministry]] has been reduced to a single rank of production. This represents a significant loss of influence for the cathedral, the [[Bishop of the Navigators]], and the Imperial version of the Way in the Sarcophan Delves.

	Reports from over the [[The_seven_seas#Sea_of_Teeth\|Sea of Teeth]] indicate that the [[Sumaah Republic\|Sumaah]] Präster - who have their own grand temple in the of the Sumaah Republic temple there has not been shy about capitalising on this situation. They continue to preach that the Way is not a "trapping" or a "style" that can be draped over the false religion of the Sarcophan Delves; that Prosperity is not solely about wealth; and Pride should never be sacrificed in pursuit of profit. Many Sarcophan pilgrims of the Way who looked to the Cathedral and its priests for guidance now look elsewhere; either to Sumaah or inwardly to their own traditions and practices. The latter in particular cannot help but lead to more divergence from both of the larger approaches to the faith.		Reports from over the [[The_seven_seas#Sea_of_Teeth\|Sea of Teeth]] indicate that the [[Sumaah Republic\|Sumaah]] Präster - who have their own grand temple in the of the Sumaah Republic temple there has not been shy about capitalising on this situation. They continue to preach that the Way is not a "trapping" or a "style" that can be draped over the false religion of the Sarcophan Delves; that Prosperity is not solely about wealth; and Pride should never be sacrificed in pursuit of profit. Many Sarcophan pilgrims of the Way who looked to the Cathedral and its priests for guidance now look elsewhere; either to Sumaah or inwardly to their own traditions and practices. The latter in particular cannot help but lead to more divergence from both of the larger approaches to the faith.

	The Cathedral of the Navigators is still a beautiful and breathtaking structure, but its burgeoning congregation of the faithful is much reduced with visitors more likely to be artists or sight-seers with no interest in the Way. Something of a white elephant - or a white sepulchre perhaps		The Cathedral of the Navigators is still a beautiful and breathtaking structure, but its burgeoning congregation of the faithful is much reduced with visitors more likely to be artists or sight-seers with no interest in the Way. Something of a white elephant - or a white sepulchre perhaps.

	===The Virtue of Art===		===The Virtue of Art===