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Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Senate" to "[[Senate"

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	The Axou are keen to see a land route between their Citadels and the spires of eastern Urizen. The [[spy network]] that the Empire has recently completed in the Mountains of the Moon is of particular interest to them. Axos has offered to dispatch five hundred Agema and Toxatai scouts to support Imperial efforts to map the territory, but the matter is somewhat sensitive. If the Axou are allowed to support the spy network, they will share the intelligence gathered with the Empire but Imperial scouts will in turn share information with them.		The Axou are keen to see a land route between their Citadels and the spires of eastern Urizen. The [[spy network]] that the Empire has recently completed in the Mountains of the Moon is of particular interest to them. Axos has offered to dispatch five hundred Agema and Toxatai scouts to support Imperial efforts to map the territory, but the matter is somewhat sensitive. If the Axou are allowed to support the spy network, they will share the intelligence gathered with the Empire but Imperial scouts will in turn share information with them.

	As such, it will require a vote by the [[Military Council]] or the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] to grant permission to the Axou to send their troops to assist the Imperial scouts in the Mountains of the Moon. In the absence of such an invitation, they will not be permitted to support the spy network. Such collaboration should make it easier to map the territory but of course it also means that they will also gain the same maps that the Empire receives.		As such, it will require a vote by the [[Military Council]] or the [[Senate]] to grant permission to the Axou to send their troops to assist the Imperial scouts in the Mountains of the Moon. In the absence of such an invitation, they will not be permitted to support the spy network. Such collaboration should make it easier to map the territory but of course it also means that they will also gain the same maps that the Empire receives.

	==Iron Confederacy==		==Iron Confederacy==

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Military Council" to "[[Military Council"

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Text replacement - "[[Imperial Military Council" to "[[Military Council"

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	The Axou are keen to see a land route between their Citadels and the spires of eastern Urizen. The [[spy network]] that the Empire has recently completed in the Mountains of the Moon is of particular interest to them. Axos has offered to dispatch five hundred Agema and Toxatai scouts to support Imperial efforts to map the territory, but the matter is somewhat sensitive. If the Axou are allowed to support the spy network, they will share the intelligence gathered with the Empire but Imperial scouts will in turn share information with them.		The Axou are keen to see a land route between their Citadels and the spires of eastern Urizen. The [[spy network]] that the Empire has recently completed in the Mountains of the Moon is of particular interest to them. Axos has offered to dispatch five hundred Agema and Toxatai scouts to support Imperial efforts to map the territory, but the matter is somewhat sensitive. If the Axou are allowed to support the spy network, they will share the intelligence gathered with the Empire but Imperial scouts will in turn share information with them.

	As such, it will require a vote by the [[~~Imperial~~ Military Council]] or the [[Imperial Senate]] to grant permission to the Axou to send their troops to assist the Imperial scouts in the Mountains of the Moon. In the absence of such an invitation, they will not be permitted to support the spy network. Such collaboration should make it easier to map the territory but of course it also means that they will also gain the same maps that the Empire receives.		As such, it will require a vote by the [[Military Council]] or the [[Imperial Senate]] to grant permission to the Axou to send their troops to assist the Imperial scouts in the Mountains of the Moon. In the absence of such an invitation, they will not be permitted to support the spy network. Such collaboration should make it easier to map the territory but of course it also means that they will also gain the same maps that the Empire receives.

	==Iron Confederacy==		==Iron Confederacy==

Twiggy at 13:38, 8 September 2025

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	Zana smiled sadly.		Zana smiled sadly.

	"We will, of course, advise the ambassador. But we will give the same advice, the right advice, regardless of all ''this''." she gestured vaguely to take in the apartment, the bowl of ~~pomegrante~~ seeds, the bottle of wine. "The Empire does not ''need'' your aid - but that does not mean they will not ''want'' it."</ic>		"We will, of course, advise the ambassador. But we will give the same advice, the right advice, regardless of all ''this''." she gestured vaguely to take in the apartment, the bowl of pomegranate seeds, the bottle of wine. "The Empire does not ''need'' your aid - but that does not mean they will not ''want'' it."</ic>

	==Overview==		==Overview==

Twiggy at 20:25, 12 July 2025

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	('''Note:''' Even though the port at Rigia is currently closed, the Synod mandate [[Better_world#The_Synod\|discouraging trade with Vezak and Kavor]] still stands. Imperial captains trading with either of these ports receive two fewer crystal mana than they might normally expect.)		('''Note:''' Even though the port at Rigia is currently closed, the Synod mandate [[Better_world#The_Synod\|discouraging trade with Vezak and Kavor]] still stands. Imperial captains trading with either of these ports receive two fewer crystal mana than they might normally expect.)
	===Jarmish Jewels===		===Jarmish Jewels===
	During the Winter Solstice, a representative of Magician-Prince Matvei Kobarid [[Poor_boy#From_the_Stars\|visited Anvil]] to explore the possibility of selling enchanted ~~jewelry~~ to Imperial magicians. Kobarid is well-known among the Principalities for its fine ~~jewelry~~ - in particular they are known for crafting the ''glazamy neba''. These "star jewels" are talismans keyed to the [[astronomancy\|constellations]] used by skilled Jarmish magicians to [[spellcasting\|wield incantations]] more frequently, often on the battlefield. Such magic ~~jewelry~~ is not cheap, and even in Jarm the secrets of their manufacture are closely guarded. Their representative having clearly enjoyed the hospitality of Cesare Sanguineo Rezia Di Tassato, the Kobarid have decided to pursue further opportunities with the Empire. As such, they have approached the civil service for advice on how to proceed.		During the Winter Solstice, a representative of Magician-Prince Matvei Kobarid [[Poor_boy#From_the_Stars\|visited Anvil]] to explore the possibility of selling enchanted jewellery to Imperial magicians. Kobarid is well-known among the Principalities for its fine jewellery - in particular they are known for crafting the ''glazamy neba''. These "star jewels" are talismans keyed to the [[astronomancy\|constellations]] used by skilled Jarmish magicians to [[spellcasting\|wield incantations]] more frequently, often on the battlefield. Such magic jewellery is not cheap, and even in Jarm the secrets of their manufacture are closely guarded. Their representative having clearly enjoyed the hospitality of Cesare Sanguineo Rezia Di Tassato, the Kobarid have decided to pursue further opportunities with the Empire. As such, they have approached the civil service for advice on how to proceed.
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	<table><tr><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Price</td><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Jewel</td><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Power</td></tr>		<table><tr><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Price</td><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Jewel</td><td style="background-color: LightBlue;">Power</td></tr>
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	The Kobarid are proposing a fortified exchange patterned after the famous [[Steward_of_the_Tassato_Mana_Exchange#Tassato_Mana_Exchange\|Mana Exchange]] in [[Tassato]]. Such a structure would require 8 wains of white granite and 4 wains of mithril (to secure the vault), and 24 crowns in labour. It would also require a senate motion, and count against the seasonal limit of commissions. It would take three months to complete and once it was finished someone would need to be appointed to serve as liaison to the Kobarid. While the Jarmish would sell their ~~jewelry~~ directly to those who could afford it, the liaison would have the ability to purchase up to three pieces of their rare magical ~~jewelry~~ each season at a bargain price. The ~~liason~~ could be appointed by any number of means but the most likely would be open auction on the Imperial Bourse, or appointment by [[declaration]] of the Conclave.		The Kobarid are proposing a fortified exchange patterned after the famous [[Steward_of_the_Tassato_Mana_Exchange#Tassato_Mana_Exchange\|Mana Exchange]] in [[Tassato]]. Such a structure would require 8 wains of white granite and 4 wains of mithril (to secure the vault), and 24 crowns in labour. It would also require a senate motion, and count against the seasonal limit of commissions. It would take three months to complete and once it was finished someone would need to be appointed to serve as liaison to the Kobarid. While the Jarmish would sell their jewellery directly to those who could afford it, the liaison would have the ability to purchase up to three pieces of their rare magical jewellery each season at a bargain price. The liaison could be appointed by any number of means but the most likely would be open auction on the Imperial Bourse, or appointment by [[declaration]] of the Conclave.

	The enchanted ~~jewelry~~ is not cheap, but is unique in the Empire - Imperial artisans have nothing comparable to offer - so in theory it represents a unique opportunity to make a profit. The Kobarid also know how to create other star jewels, and might be prepared to offer one that aligns with a specific spell for sale if requested by their liaison. There might also in theory be a possibility of allowing Imperial artisans to learn how to make some of the lesser jewels - but this would require at least a year of profitable business with the Empire.		The enchanted jewellery is not cheap, but is unique in the Empire - Imperial artisans have nothing comparable to offer - so in theory it represents a unique opportunity to make a profit. The Kobarid also know how to create other star jewels, and might be prepared to offer one that aligns with a specific spell for sale if requested by their liaison. There might also in theory be a possibility of allowing Imperial artisans to learn how to make some of the lesser jewels - but this would require at least a year of profitable business with the Empire.

	The Imperial Ambassador to Jarm, Oswi Twiceburned, may have more information about the Kobarid and their offer. The Jarmish magicians have placed a hard deadline on their offer of the end of the Autumn Equinox - if the Empire is not interested they will look elsewhere for a chance to secure a new market for both their magical and mundane ~~jewelry~~.		The Imperial Ambassador to Jarm, Oswi Twiceburned, may have more information about the Kobarid and their offer. The Jarmish magicians have placed a hard deadline on their offer of the end of the Autumn Equinox - if the Empire is not interested they will look elsewhere for a chance to secure a new market for both their magical and mundane jewellery.
	<box>'''''Star Jewels'''''<br>Each star jewel is a [[Magic_items#Talismans\|talisman]] that allows the character who is bonded to it to cast (or in some cases swift cast) a specific spell three times each day without expending any mana. The character must already know the appropriate spell to be able to use the jewel - although in theory it could be combined with an item such as an [[Acolyte's Mercy]] that grants the ability to cast a specific spell as if you knew it. Each takes the form of a piece of ~~jewelry~~, usually worn in the wrist or hand, in a Jarmish style set with several carefully selected pieces of tempest jade.</box>		<box>'''''Star Jewels'''''<br>Each star jewel is a [[Magic_items#Talismans\|talisman]] that allows the character who is bonded to it to cast (or in some cases swift cast) a specific spell three times each day without expending any mana. The character must already know the appropriate spell to be able to use the jewel - although in theory it could be combined with an item such as an [[Acolyte's Mercy]] that grants the ability to cast a specific spell as if you knew it. Each takes the form of a piece of jewellery, usually worn in the wrist or hand, in a Jarmish style set with several carefully selected pieces of tempest jade.</box>

	==Faraden==		==Faraden==

Twiggy: /* Faraden */

2025-07-12T10:24:10Z

Faraden

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	The completion of the [[Construct_south_west_road_network\|new road network]] in [[Segura]], linking Anduz to Tassato via Siroc in [[Madruga]] has seen a further increase in the number of Faraden merchants visiting the Empire. The new roads have brought prosperity to Segura, and the new influx of merchants has in turn brought more wealth into Madruga. The road network connects with the Blood Red Roads at Madruga, but an additional road connection Siroc to Calvos that cuts across the territory, rather than following the coast, has also been constructed for the use of the notoriously sea-averse Faraden.		The completion of the [[Construct_south_west_road_network\|new road network]] in [[Segura]], linking Anduz to Tassato via Siroc in [[Madruga]] has seen a further increase in the number of Faraden merchants visiting the Empire. The new roads have brought prosperity to Segura, and the new influx of merchants has in turn brought more wealth into Madruga. The road network connects with the Blood Red Roads at Madruga, but an additional road connection Siroc to Calvos that cuts across the territory, rather than following the coast, has also been constructed for the use of the notoriously sea-averse Faraden.

	The Faraden are now exploring the trade opportunities offered by every corner of the Empire. They remain enthusiastic about trade enclaves similar to [[Upwold#Moonwater_Hall\|Moonwater Hall]] built in in [[Volodmartz]] (Triosk most likely), and central [[Astolat]] (Laroc and Oldheart would be ideal) allowing them easy access to Varushkan timber and ore, and to Dawnish luxuries. So far, there has been no movement on these enclaves - the newly appointed Ambassador to Faraden is likely to know more once they are appointed and receive their briefing from the Secretary to the Diplomatic Corps.		The Faraden are now exploring the trade opportunities offered by every corner of the Empire. They remain enthusiastic about trade enclaves similar to [[Upwold#Moonwater_Hall\|Moonwater Hall]] built in [[Volodmartz]] (Triosk most likely), and central [[Astolat]] (Laroc and Oldheart would be ideal) allowing them easy access to Varushkan timber and ore, and to Dawnish luxuries. So far, there has been no movement on these enclaves - the newly appointed Ambassador to Faraden is likely to know more once they are appointed and receive their briefing from the Secretary to the Diplomatic Corps.

	The presence of so many Faraden traders, especially in the western Empire, continues to increase the amount of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] and [[Materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]] on the public auction. There also seems to be continuing interest in auctioning mithril to Imperial citizens, organised through the Bourse. The decimation of the iridescent butterfly in Faraden means they continue to be very interested in purchasing large amounts of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|Iridescent Gloaming]], reducing the amount available through the public auction.		The presence of so many Faraden traders, especially in the western Empire, continues to increase the amount of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] and [[Materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]] on the public auction. There also seems to be continuing interest in auctioning mithril to Imperial citizens, organised through the Bourse. The decimation of the iridescent butterfly in Faraden means they continue to be very interested in purchasing large amounts of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|Iridescent Gloaming]], reducing the amount available through the public auction.

RichardRaynor at 16:25, 22 January 2022

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	[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:382YE]][[Category:Recent History]][[Category:Trade Winds]]		[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:382YE Summer]][[Category:Recent History]][[Category:Trade Winds]]
	<ic>"My father once told me that there is no greater evil than ignorance."		<ic>"My father once told me that there is no greater evil than ignorance."

Hailmur: /* Jarmish Jewels */

2019-08-16T08:36:23Z

Jarmish Jewels

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	The Imperial Ambassador to Jarm, Oswi Twiceburned, may have more information about the Kobarid and their offer. The Jarmish magicians have placed a hard deadline on their offer of the end of the Autumn Equinox - if the Empire is not interested they will look elsewhere for a chance to secure a new market for both their magical and mundane jewelry.		The Imperial Ambassador to Jarm, Oswi Twiceburned, may have more information about the Kobarid and their offer. The Jarmish magicians have placed a hard deadline on their offer of the end of the Autumn Equinox - if the Empire is not interested they will look elsewhere for a chance to secure a new market for both their magical and mundane jewelry.
	<box>'''''Star Jewels'''''<br>Each star jewel is a [[talisman]] that allows the character who is bonded to it to cast (or in some cases swift cast) a specific spell three times each day without expending any mana. The character must already know the appropriate spell to be able to use the jewel - although in theory it could be combined with an item such as an [[Acolyte's Mercy]] that grants the ability to cast a specific spell as if you knew it. Each takes the form of a piece of jewelry, usually worn in the wrist or hand, in a Jarmish style set with several carefully selected pieces of tempest jade.</box>		<box>'''''Star Jewels'''''<br>Each star jewel is a [[Magic_items#Talismans\|talisman]] that allows the character who is bonded to it to cast (or in some cases swift cast) a specific spell three times each day without expending any mana. The character must already know the appropriate spell to be able to use the jewel - although in theory it could be combined with an item such as an [[Acolyte's Mercy]] that grants the ability to cast a specific spell as if you knew it. Each takes the form of a piece of jewelry, usually worn in the wrist or hand, in a Jarmish style set with several carefully selected pieces of tempest jade.</box>

	==Faraden==		==Faraden==

Hailmur: /* Principalities of Jarm */

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Principalities of Jarm

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	The far western nation of Jarm continues to welcome Imperial captains - ironic in a way as Imperial captains are increasingly reticent to visit the Principalities and risk the censure of the Imperial Synod. Even more ironic, perhaps, is the news that the port of Rigia - the one the Synod sought to encourage virtuous captains to favour - remains closed. The news from the eastern alliance is that the damage to the docks was more significant than was initially believed, and it has simply proved impossible to reopen the quayside this season. Perhaps after the Autumn Equinox the repairs will be completed.		The far western nation of Jarm continues to welcome Imperial captains - ironic in a way as Imperial captains are increasingly reticent to visit the Principalities and risk the censure of the Imperial Synod. Even more ironic, perhaps, is the news that the port of Rigia - the one the Synod sought to encourage virtuous captains to favour - remains closed. The news from the eastern alliance is that the damage to the docks was more significant than was initially believed, and it has simply proved impossible to reopen the quayside this season. Perhaps after the Autumn Equinox the repairs will be completed.

	A new embassy has been established in Vezak, with the aid of Lord-Magister Anton ~~Threscher~~ of the Hidden Hook.		A new embassy has been established in Vezak, with the aid of Lord-Magister Anton Trescher of the Hidden Hook.

	('''Note:''' Even though the port at Rigia is currently closed, the Synod mandate [[Better_world#The_Synod\|discouraging trade with Vezak and Kavor]] still stands. Imperial captains trading with either of these ports receive two fewer crystal mana than they might normally expect.)		('''Note:''' Even though the port at Rigia is currently closed, the Synod mandate [[Better_world#The_Synod\|discouraging trade with Vezak and Kavor]] still stands. Imperial captains trading with either of these ports receive two fewer crystal mana than they might normally expect.)

Rafferty at 16:00, 1 November 2018

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	<ic>"My father once told me that there is no greater evil than ignorance."		<ic>"My father once told me that there is no greater evil than ignorance."

Rafferty at 16:43, 23 September 2018

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	"It is the same on our side, I understand. Studying the space between, we might find more about the edges. About the borders of your Empire, and our land. It is a worthy endeavour, I think."		"It is the same on our side, I understand. Studying the space between, we might find more about the edges. About the borders of your Empire, and our land. It is a worthy endeavour, I think."

	"Maybe," said Zana carefully. "But you can see why there are questions. The Empire has prepared this opportunity to explore the Mountains of the Moon. We paid for it, we secured the weirwood, the funds. Axos may be keen to help, but the Empire does not in point of fact ''need'' your help."		"Maybe," said Zana carefully. "But you can see why there are questions. The Empire has prepared this opportunity to explore the [[Mountains of the Moon]]. We paid for it, we secured the weirwood, the funds. Axos may be keen to help, but the Empire does not in point of fact ''need'' your help."

	The Axos ambassador spluttered, and made a negative gesture with his hand. Before he could construct a coherent sentence, Zana removed the weights and let the scroll roll closed.		The Axos ambassador spluttered, and made a negative gesture with his hand. Before he could construct a coherent sentence, Zana removed the weights and let the scroll roll closed.

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	The completion of the [[Construct_south_west_road_network\|new road network]] in [[Segura]], linking Anduz to Tassato via Siroc in [[Madruga]] has seen a further increase in the number of Faraden merchants visiting the Empire. The new roads have brought prosperity to Segura, and the new influx of merchants has in turn brought more wealth into Madruga. The road network connects with the Blood Red Roads at Madruga, but an additional road connection Siroc to Calvos that cuts across the territory, rather than following the coast, has also been constructed for the use of the notoriously sea-averse Faraden.		The completion of the [[Construct_south_west_road_network\|new road network]] in [[Segura]], linking Anduz to Tassato via Siroc in [[Madruga]] has seen a further increase in the number of Faraden merchants visiting the Empire. The new roads have brought prosperity to Segura, and the new influx of merchants has in turn brought more wealth into Madruga. The road network connects with the Blood Red Roads at Madruga, but an additional road connection Siroc to Calvos that cuts across the territory, rather than following the coast, has also been constructed for the use of the notoriously sea-averse Faraden.

	The Faraden are now exploring the trade opportunities offered by every corner of the Empire. They remain enthusiastic about trade enclaves similar to [[Upwold#Moonwater_Hall\|Moonwater Hall]] built in in [[Volodmartz]] (Triosk most likely), and central [[Astolat]] (Laroc and Oldheart would be ideal) allowing them easy access to Varushkan timber and ore, and to Dawnish luxuries. So far, there has been no movement on these enclaves - the newly appointed Ambassador to Faraden is likely to know more once they are appointed and receive their briefing from the Secretary to the Diplomatic Corps.		The Faraden are now exploring the trade opportunities offered by every corner of the Empire. They remain enthusiastic about trade enclaves similar to [[Upwold#Moonwater_Hall\|Moonwater Hall]] built in [[Volodmartz]] (Triosk most likely), and central [[Astolat]] (Laroc and Oldheart would be ideal) allowing them easy access to Varushkan timber and ore, and to Dawnish luxuries. So far, there has been no movement on these enclaves - the newly appointed Ambassador to Faraden is likely to know more once they are appointed and receive their briefing from the Secretary to the Diplomatic Corps.

	The presence of so many Faraden traders, especially in the western Empire, continues to increase the amount of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] and [[Materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]] on the public auction. There also seems to be continuing interest in auctioning mithril to Imperial citizens, organised through the Bourse. The decimation of the iridescent butterfly in Faraden means they continue to be very interested in purchasing large amounts of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|Iridescent Gloaming]], reducing the amount available through the public auction.		The presence of so many Faraden traders, especially in the western Empire, continues to increase the amount of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]] and [[Materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]] on the public auction. There also seems to be continuing interest in auctioning mithril to Imperial citizens, organised through the Bourse. The decimation of the iridescent butterfly in Faraden means they continue to be very interested in purchasing large amounts of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|Iridescent Gloaming]], reducing the amount available through the public auction.