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

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	[[Isenbrad]] is one of the great inspirational figures of the Empire, a [[Steinr]] credited with creating the [[runes]], who is recognised as a Paragon of [[Wisdom]]. The runesmiths of Runegrott claim to be direct descendants of the paragon, and according to their legends, Isenbrad developed the runes here and wrote the first Wintermark laws on the walls of the ice caves. Whatever the truth of that, there are multiple stories that connect the first runesmith with the Runegrott and the icecaves, it is near certain that he came here at least once in his life.		[[Isenbrad]] is one of the great inspirational figures of the Empire, a [[Steinr]] credited with creating the [[runes]], who is recognised as a Paragon of [[Wisdom]]. The runesmiths of Runegrott claim to be direct descendants of the paragon, and according to their legends, Isenbrad developed the runes here and wrote the first Wintermark laws on the walls of the ice caves. Whatever the truth of that, there are multiple stories that connect the first runesmith with the Runegrott and the icecaves, it is near certain that he came here at least once in his life.

	The occupants of Runegrott have long desired for the site to be consecrated as the [[inspirational location\|inspirational memorial]] to Isenbrad. No such tomb is ever known to have been created, and it seems that no other community in the Empire has as strong a claim on this important figure. If the stormcrows could persuade the [[~~Imperial~~ Synod]] to give up a dose of [[Liao#True_Liao\|true liao]] it could be used to create a hallowed site dedicated to his memory.		The occupants of Runegrott have long desired for the site to be consecrated as the [[inspirational location\|inspirational memorial]] to Isenbrad. No such tomb is ever known to have been created, and it seems that no other community in the Empire has as strong a claim on this important figure. If the stormcrows could persuade the [[Synod]] to give up a dose of [[Liao#True_Liao\|true liao]] it could be used to create a hallowed site dedicated to his memory.

	If that happened, the people of Runegrott are prepared to provide fifteen wains of weirwood towards the construction of the rune forge, provided it was also built here at Runegrott. They have spent many years hoarding the weirwood towards the day that Isenbrad's tomb would be hallowed. Their intention was always to build a suitable chapel to memorialise the site for generations to come, but there is a grudging acceptance that a runeforge would be an even better way to honour the paragon's legacy.		If that happened, the people of Runegrott are prepared to provide fifteen wains of weirwood towards the construction of the rune forge, provided it was also built here at Runegrott. They have spent many years hoarding the weirwood towards the day that Isenbrad's tomb would be hallowed. Their intention was always to build a suitable chapel to memorialise the site for generations to come, but there is a grudging acceptance that a runeforge would be an even better way to honour the paragon's legacy.

Twiggy at 15:14, 24 September 2025

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	===The Smiths Tomb===		===The Smiths Tomb===
	[[Isenbrad]] is one of the great inspirational figures of the Empire, a [[Steinr]] credited with creating the [[runes]], who is recognised as a Paragon of [[Wisdom]]. The runesmiths of Runegrott claim to be direct ~~descendents~~ of the paragon, and according to their legends, Isenbrad developed the runes here and wrote the first Wintermark laws on the walls of the ice caves. Whatever the truth of that, there are multiple stories that connect the first runesmith with the Runegrott and the icecaves, it is near certain that he came here at least once in his life.		[[Isenbrad]] is one of the great inspirational figures of the Empire, a [[Steinr]] credited with creating the [[runes]], who is recognised as a Paragon of [[Wisdom]]. The runesmiths of Runegrott claim to be direct descendants of the paragon, and according to their legends, Isenbrad developed the runes here and wrote the first Wintermark laws on the walls of the ice caves. Whatever the truth of that, there are multiple stories that connect the first runesmith with the Runegrott and the icecaves, it is near certain that he came here at least once in his life.

	The occupants of Runegrott have long desired for the site to be consecrated as the [[inspirational location\|inspirational memorial]] to Isenbrad. No such tomb is ever known to have been created, and it seems that no other community in the Empire has as strong a claim on this important figure. If the stormcrows could persuade the [[Imperial Synod]] to give up a dose of [[Liao#True_Liao\|true liao]] it could be used to create a hallowed site dedicated to his memory.		The occupants of Runegrott have long desired for the site to be consecrated as the [[inspirational location\|inspirational memorial]] to Isenbrad. No such tomb is ever known to have been created, and it seems that no other community in the Empire has as strong a claim on this important figure. If the stormcrows could persuade the [[Imperial Synod]] to give up a dose of [[Liao#True_Liao\|true liao]] it could be used to create a hallowed site dedicated to his memory.

Twiggy at 15:41, 4 August 2025

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	[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:383YE Spring]][[Category:Recent History]]		[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:383YE Spring]][[Category:Recent History]]
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	Gytha peered over her colleague's shoulder reading his report, and nodding in silent agreement. Right up until she got to the part about the hammer, at that point she simply couldn't keep silent. "Bruin Dunning? You're going to send half of ~~Wintermrk~~ to pester Bruin Dunning for information on the Rime Hammer? What have you got against Bruin?"		Gytha peered over her colleague's shoulder reading his report, and nodding in silent agreement. Right up until she got to the part about the hammer, at that point she simply couldn't keep silent. "Bruin Dunning? You're going to send half of Wintermark to pester Bruin Dunning for information on the Rime Hammer? What have you got against Bruin?"

	"I don't know what you're talking about" said Topi through gritted teeth. "Bruin is a renown bard-"		"I don't know what you're talking about" said Topi through gritted teeth. "Bruin is a renown bard-"
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	===The Half-Handed Lord===		===The Half-Handed Lord===
	Rumours of the possible construction of a new rune forge have apparently reached some unusual quarters. Shortly before the Spring Equinox, a number of prominent ice walkers receive a visitor, a scop with a grey face lined with silver and with a head of antlers. The scops bear a message from [[Barien]], the Iron Duke, and inform their host that the Keeper of the Revels has long desired to see Wintermark regain its former ~~preeminence~~ in the crafting of [[magic items]]. The Immutable Laws of Summer mean that he cannot aid Wintermark's quest to rebuild the Runeforge directly, but he can reward one or more heroes who successfully complete his quest.		Rumours of the possible construction of a new rune forge have apparently reached some unusual quarters. Shortly before the Spring Equinox, a number of prominent ice walkers receive a visitor, a scop with a grey face lined with silver and with a head of antlers. The scops bear a message from [[Barien]], the Iron Duke, and inform their host that the Keeper of the Revels has long desired to see Wintermark regain its former pre-eminence in the crafting of [[magic items]]. The Immutable Laws of Summer mean that he cannot aid Wintermark's quest to rebuild the Runeforge directly, but he can reward one or more heroes who successfully complete his quest.

	His herald claims that Barien's quest is most suited to the cunning ice-walkers. He suggests that if they wish to take up the challenge then they should arrange for someone to cast [[Challenge the Iron Duke]] to target the ice-walkers of Wintermark. The Master of Challenges will grant the challenge to all the assembled ice-walkers and to any other folk of the Mark who place that honorific before any other.		His herald claims that Barien's quest is most suited to the cunning ice-walkers. He suggests that if they wish to take up the challenge then they should arrange for someone to cast [[Challenge the Iron Duke]] to target the ice-walkers of Wintermark. The Master of Challenges will grant the challenge to all the assembled ice-walkers and to any other folk of the Mark who place that honorific before any other.
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	==The Runesmith==		==The Runesmith==
	In recent times, the Thane's Council has appointed a number of important positions to help advise the Council and the people of Wintermark. The Warden helps run the moots, the meeting of Wintermark heroes at Anvil, while the Runesmith advises the Thanes on artisan matters. The title is not official, it is purely an ~~honourific~~, though it should not be under-estimated for all that. After-all the Champion of Wintermark, the bearer of the Crown of Three Tears, is not dissimilar.		In recent times, the Thane's Council has appointed a number of important positions to help advise the Council and the people of Wintermark. The Warden helps run the moots, the meeting of Wintermark heroes at Anvil, while the Runesmith advises the Thanes on artisan matters. The title is not official, it is purely an honorific, though it should not be under-estimated for all that. After-all the Champion of Wintermark, the bearer of the Crown of Three Tears, is not dissimilar.

	One of the suggestions of the people of Runegrott is that the title of Runesmith of Isenbrad's Forge could also serve as the Runesmith to the Thane's Council. As an Imperial title with control over an important commission, the title would have to be appointed by an appropriate legal method - it could no longer be a purely ~~honourary~~ position, but there is no reason that the new Runesmith could not be given the legal responsibility to provide advice to the Thane's Council as part of their position just as the Runesmith does now. That would mean the Thane's could not appoint their own advisor - but as a few people have pointed out that appointing your own advisor is the best way to get comfortable advice, it's not always the best way to get ''wise'' advice.		One of the suggestions of the people of Runegrott is that the title of Runesmith of Isenbrad's Forge could also serve as the Runesmith to the Thane's Council. As an Imperial title with control over an important commission, the title would have to be appointed by an appropriate legal method - it could no longer be a purely honorary position, but there is no reason that the new Runesmith could not be given the legal responsibility to provide advice to the Thane's Council as part of their position just as the Runesmith does now. That would mean the Thane's could not appoint their own advisor - but as a few people have pointed out that appointing your own advisor is the best way to get comfortable advice, it's not always the best way to get ''wise'' advice.

	The decision would be for the people of Wintermark to choose, if they can manage to complete the construction of the rune forge. It would likely mean greater prominence for all the advisers who serve the Thane's Council, with the election to the position overseen and recorded by the Imperial civil service. If they did decide to pursue such a course, the title could be decided by vote of the Wintermark senators, or by judgement of the Wintermark Assembly, or by votes cast by Wintermark thanes and similar who lead their own [[military unit\|warbands]].		The decision would be for the people of Wintermark to choose, if they can manage to complete the construction of the rune forge. It would likely mean greater prominence for all the advisers who serve the Thane's Council, with the election to the position overseen and recorded by the Imperial civil service. If they did decide to pursue such a course, the title could be decided by vote of the Wintermark senators, or by judgement of the Wintermark Assembly, or by votes cast by Wintermark thanes and similar who lead their own [[military unit\|warbands]].

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The Lost Artisans

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	In 373YE, an army of Thule barbarians launched a surprise attack on Skarsind, conquering much of the territory, including the city of Gildenheim. The settlement was home to many skilled artisans and runesmiths, the majority of whom were captured and enslaved by the Thule. They were taken north by the forces of the Dragons and with the exception of a handful of daring escapes, no one has set eyes on them since.		In 373YE, an army of Thule barbarians launched a surprise attack on Skarsind, conquering much of the territory, including the city of Gildenheim. The settlement was home to many skilled artisans and runesmiths, the majority of whom were captured and enslaved by the Thule. They were taken north by the forces of the Dragons and with the exception of a handful of daring escapes, no one has set eyes on them since.

	Having been missing so long, it is easy to imagine that they have perished by now, but it is almost certainly not the case. The Thule Dragons prize artisans highly and although a decade has passed since they were taken, the majority of them are likely still kept as slaves in service to the undying masters of Otkodov. During negotiations, the representatives of the Thule have never denied that they have the runesmiths (as well as the artisans from Treji that ~~the~~ the Thule also enslaved) and have been clear that they would return them... but only if they were paid what they are worth.		Having been missing so long, it is easy to imagine that they have perished by now, but it is almost certainly not the case. The Thule Dragons prize artisans highly and although a decade has passed since they were taken, the majority of them are likely still kept as slaves in service to the undying masters of Otkodov. During negotiations, the representatives of the Thule have never denied that they have the runesmiths (as well as the artisans from Treji that the Thule also enslaved) and have been clear that they would return them... but only if they were paid what they are worth.

	Most of the runesmith's surviving relatives chose to move to Runegrott when Skarsind was given to the Imperial Orcs. If the people of the Mark could be freed from the clutches of the Thule, this is where they would likely choose to return. That means that any runeforge built here would be able to take advantage of their considerable expertise. This would provide unique benefits to the runeforge, reflective of Wintermark's long mastery of the arts of crafting and the high levels of skill these people possessed.		Most of the runesmith's surviving relatives chose to move to Runegrott when Skarsind was given to the Imperial Orcs. If the people of the Mark could be freed from the clutches of the Thule, this is where they would likely choose to return. That means that any runeforge built here would be able to take advantage of their considerable expertise. This would provide unique benefits to the runeforge, reflective of Wintermark's long mastery of the arts of crafting and the high levels of skill these people possessed.

Thespaceinvader at 21:14, 10 April 2025

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	==Forges of the North==		==Forges of the North==
	Beneath [[Hahnmark#Northspires\|Northspires]] in [[Hahnmark]] lies the [[Hahnmark#Runegrott\|Runegrott]], a vast labyrinthine chamber in the ice, in which many [[runes]] are carved. The cave is well guarded both by an order of [[Wintermark_magical_traditions#Runesmiths\|runesmiths]] and by ~~the~~ ''the Eyes of the North'' high atop [[Wintermark groups#Stormspire\|Stormspire]]. The runesmiths are themselves master [[Crafting skills#Artisan\|artisans]], practicing the ancient arts of forging weapons and armour in isolated forge-halls along the slopes of the eastern mountains. Many of the Runesmiths are pilgrims dedicated to [[Wisdom]], seeking to emulate [[Isenbrad]].		Beneath [[Hahnmark#Northspires\|Northspires]] in [[Hahnmark]] lies the [[Hahnmark#Runegrott\|Runegrott]], a vast labyrinthine chamber in the ice, in which many [[runes]] are carved. The cave is well guarded both by an order of [[Wintermark_magical_traditions#Runesmiths\|runesmiths]] and by ''the Eyes of the North'' high atop [[Wintermark groups#Stormspire\|Stormspire]]. The runesmiths are themselves master [[Crafting skills#Artisan\|artisans]], practicing the ancient arts of forging weapons and armour in isolated forge-halls along the slopes of the eastern mountains. Many of the Runesmiths are pilgrims dedicated to [[Wisdom]], seeking to emulate [[Isenbrad]].

	A rune forge is an eye-wateringly expensive proposition, requiring 60 wains of mithril, white granite, and weirwood, as well as 45 thrones, and taking an entire year to complete. However, if the forge were built at Runegrott this would provide a number of important benefits that could mitigate these costs.		A rune forge is an eye-wateringly expensive proposition, requiring 60 wains of mithril, white granite, and weirwood, as well as 45 thrones, and taking an entire year to complete. However, if the forge were built at Runegrott this would provide a number of important benefits that could mitigate these costs.

Thespaceinvader at 21:10, 10 April 2025

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	When people talk of the magic of the Empire, they often think of the Urizeni magicians in their tall spires or the Dawnish weavers at work in Weirwater. In recent times there has been an increasing tendency to overlook the powerful magical heritage of the north and in particular the great tradition of [[Wintermark_magical_traditions#Runesmiths\|Wintermark runesmiths]]. The runesmiths were the people who gave runes to the Empire, and some even claim that it was them who first taught humanity how to fashion magical items.		When people talk of the magic of the Empire, they often think of the Urizeni magicians in their tall spires or the Dawnish weavers at work in Weirwater. In recent times there has been an increasing tendency to overlook the powerful magical heritage of the north and in particular the great tradition of [[Wintermark_magical_traditions#Runesmiths\|Wintermark runesmiths]]. The runesmiths were the people who gave runes to the Empire, and some even claim that it was them who first taught humanity how to fashion magical items.

	When Skarsind fell to the Thule, they captured many of the greatest runesmiths in Wintermark, hauling them back to Otkodov in chains. Wintermark never truly recovered from this terrible blow, losing its place as the one of the most important sources of magical items in the Empire. Now after years of neglect, there is an opportunity for the Mark to try to reclaim its former prestige by attempting to construct a new [[runeforge]] to rival the [[Seer_of_the_Spiral_Sword#The_Spiral_Sword\|~~The~~ Spiral Sword]]		When Skarsind fell to the Thule, they captured many of the greatest runesmiths in Wintermark, hauling them back to Otkodov in chains. Wintermark never truly recovered from this terrible blow, losing its place as the one of the most important sources of magical items in the Empire. Now after years of neglect, there is an opportunity for the Mark to try to reclaim its former prestige by attempting to construct a new [[runeforge]] to rival the [[Seer_of_the_Spiral_Sword#The_Spiral_Sword\|Spiral Sword]]

	==Forges of the North==		==Forges of the North==

Matt at 16:13, 2 July 2023

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	[[Isenbrad]] is one of the great inspirational figures of the Empire, a [[Steinr]] credited with creating the [[runes]], who is recognised as a Paragon of [[Wisdom]]. The runesmiths of Runegrott claim to be direct descendents of the paragon, and according to their legends, Isenbrad developed the runes here and wrote the first Wintermark laws on the walls of the ice caves. Whatever the truth of that, there are multiple stories that connect the first runesmith with the Runegrott and the icecaves, it is near certain that he came here at least once in his life.		[[Isenbrad]] is one of the great inspirational figures of the Empire, a [[Steinr]] credited with creating the [[runes]], who is recognised as a Paragon of [[Wisdom]]. The runesmiths of Runegrott claim to be direct descendents of the paragon, and according to their legends, Isenbrad developed the runes here and wrote the first Wintermark laws on the walls of the ice caves. Whatever the truth of that, there are multiple stories that connect the first runesmith with the Runegrott and the icecaves, it is near certain that he came here at least once in his life.

	The occupants of Runegrott have long desired for the site to be consecrated as the [[inspirational ~~tomb~~]] of Isenbrad. No such tomb is ever known to have been created, and it seems that no other community in the Empire has as strong a claim on this important figure. If the stormcrows could persuade the [[Imperial Synod]] to give up a dose of [[Liao#True_Liao\|true liao]] it could be used to create a hallowed site dedicated to his memory.		The occupants of Runegrott have long desired for the site to be consecrated as the [[inspirational location\|inspirational memorial]] to Isenbrad. No such tomb is ever known to have been created, and it seems that no other community in the Empire has as strong a claim on this important figure. If the stormcrows could persuade the [[Imperial Synod]] to give up a dose of [[Liao#True_Liao\|true liao]] it could be used to create a hallowed site dedicated to his memory.

	If that happened, the people of Runegrott are prepared to provide fifteen wains of weirwood towards the construction of the rune forge, provided it was also built here at Runegrott. They have spent many years hoarding the weirwood towards the day that Isenbrad's tomb would be hallowed. Their intention was always to build a suitable chapel to memorialise the site for generations to come, but there is a grudging acceptance that a runeforge would be an even better way to honour the paragon's legacy.		If that happened, the people of Runegrott are prepared to provide fifteen wains of weirwood towards the construction of the rune forge, provided it was also built here at Runegrott. They have spent many years hoarding the weirwood towards the day that Isenbrad's tomb would be hallowed. Their intention was always to build a suitable chapel to memorialise the site for generations to come, but there is a grudging acceptance that a runeforge would be an even better way to honour the paragon's legacy.

Hailmur at 16:01, 5 May 2023

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	==Forges of the North==		==Forges of the North==
	Beneath [[Hahnmark#Northspires\|Northspires]] in [[Hahnmark]] lies the [[Hahnmark#Runegrott\|Runegrott]], a vast labyrinthine chamber in the ice, in which many [[runes]] are carved. The cave is well guarded both by an order of [[Wintermark_magical_traditions#Runesmiths\|runesmiths]] and by the ''the Eyes of the North'' high atop [[~~Prominent_halls~~#Stormspire\|Stormspire]]. The runesmiths are themselves master [[Crafting skills#Artisan\|artisans]], practicing the ancient arts of forging weapons and armour in isolated forge-halls along the slopes of the eastern mountains. Many of the Runesmiths are pilgrims dedicated to [[Wisdom]], seeking to emulate [[Isenbrad]].		Beneath [[Hahnmark#Northspires\|Northspires]] in [[Hahnmark]] lies the [[Hahnmark#Runegrott\|Runegrott]], a vast labyrinthine chamber in the ice, in which many [[runes]] are carved. The cave is well guarded both by an order of [[Wintermark_magical_traditions#Runesmiths\|runesmiths]] and by the ''the Eyes of the North'' high atop [[Wintermark groups#Stormspire\|Stormspire]]. The runesmiths are themselves master [[Crafting skills#Artisan\|artisans]], practicing the ancient arts of forging weapons and armour in isolated forge-halls along the slopes of the eastern mountains. Many of the Runesmiths are pilgrims dedicated to [[Wisdom]], seeking to emulate [[Isenbrad]].

	A rune forge is an eye-wateringly expensive proposition, requiring 60 wains of mithril, white granite, and weirwood, as well as 45 thrones, and taking an entire year to complete. However, if the forge were built at Runegrott this would provide a number of important benefits that could mitigate these costs.		A rune forge is an eye-wateringly expensive proposition, requiring 60 wains of mithril, white granite, and weirwood, as well as 45 thrones, and taking an entire year to complete. However, if the forge were built at Runegrott this would provide a number of important benefits that could mitigate these costs.

Emmanovi: /* The Runed Ruins */ sp

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	===The Runed Ruins===		===The Runed Ruins===
	The simplest way to reduce the costs of a new runeforge would be to ~~utilize~~ the ruins of [[Gildenheim runeforge]]. The ruins were discovered some years ago, and were thoroughly explored by Peter of Hintown who carried out extensive [[historical research]] in the area. It has long been clear that the ruins contained considerable potential for restoration - there is no doubt that they could be used as the starting point for a new rune forge.		The simplest way to reduce the costs of a new runeforge would be to utilise the ruins of [[Gildenheim runeforge]]. The ruins were discovered some years ago, and were thoroughly explored by Peter of Hintown who carried out extensive [[historical research]] in the area. It has long been clear that the ruins contained considerable potential for restoration - there is no doubt that they could be used as the starting point for a new rune forge.

	Sadly, this potential has never been ~~realized~~, and the ruins remain largely undisturbed to this day. Of course since their discovery, the territory of [[Skarsind]] where the ruins lie, was given as part of a great gift by the folk of Wintermark to the Imperial Orcs. As a result, ownership of the ruins currently lies with the Imperial Orcs. However they have also not disturbed the ruins, despite receiving significant offers from the Thule, who were interested in purchasing them.		Sadly, this potential has never been realised, and the ruins remain largely undisturbed to this day. Of course since their discovery, the territory of [[Skarsind]] where the ruins lie, was given as part of a great gift by the folk of Wintermark to the Imperial Orcs. As a result, ownership of the ruins currently lies with the Imperial Orcs. However they have also not disturbed the ruins, despite receiving significant offers from the Thule, who were interested in purchasing them.

	If Wintermark could persuade the Imperial Orcs to return the ruins, then they could ask the Imperial Senate to pass a Senate motion confirming the runesmiths of Wintermark as the rightful heirs. If that were done, then the ruins could be excavated and brought to Runegrott. It would be painstaking and expensive work, costing 12 thrones to complete but it would reduce the costs required to build the runeforge by 30 wains of white granite and 60 crowns.		If Wintermark could persuade the Imperial Orcs to return the ruins, then they could ask the Imperial Senate to pass a Senate motion confirming the runesmiths of Wintermark as the rightful heirs. If that were done, then the ruins could be excavated and brought to Runegrott. It would be painstaking and expensive work, costing 12 thrones to complete but it would reduce the costs required to build the runeforge by 30 wains of white granite and 60 crowns.

Matt at 09:09, 6 June 2022

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	The decision would be for the people of Wintermark to choose, if they can manage to complete the construction of the rune forge. It would likely mean greater prominence for all the advisers who serve the Thane's Council, with the election to the position overseen and recorded by the Imperial civil service. If they did decide to pursue such a course, the title could be decided by vote of the Wintermark senators, or by judgement of the Wintermark Assembly, or by votes cast by Wintermark thanes and similar who lead their own [[military unit\|warbands]].		The decision would be for the people of Wintermark to choose, if they can manage to complete the construction of the rune forge. It would likely mean greater prominence for all the advisers who serve the Thane's Council, with the election to the position overseen and recorded by the Imperial civil service. If they did decide to pursue such a course, the title could be decided by vote of the Wintermark senators, or by judgement of the Wintermark Assembly, or by votes cast by Wintermark thanes and similar who lead their own [[military unit\|warbands]].

			==Resolution==
			In 383YE the [[Gildenheim runeforge]] was painstakingly dismantled and moved to Runegrott. A new runeforge could now be built there using the remains of the old forge at a significant discount.