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Matt at 17:04, 27 January 2026

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	Beoraidh is an independent "city state" on the western coast of [[Mareave]]. It exists in a precarious, narrow political area between the Grendel and the Empire. The former Salt Lord, Lord Eshan, still rules the city but his position is as precarious as that of Beoraidh. The orcs and humans who live there are currently engaged in attempting to secure the city as "neutral ground" between the various factions of the [[Bay of Catazar]] - and perhaps even those further afield.		Beoraidh is an independent "city state" on the western coast of [[Mareave]]. It exists in a precarious, narrow political area between the Grendel and the Empire. The former Salt Lord, Lord Eshan, still rules the city but his position is as precarious as that of Beoraidh. The orcs and humans who live there are currently engaged in attempting to secure the city as "neutral ground" between the various factions of the [[Bay of Catazar]] - and perhaps even those further afield.

	News from the city is that Eshan has been using the lion's share of his remaining [[mithril]] supplies to further reinforce the walls and harbour of the city, arming veteran soldiers, and otherwise preparing the city to resist attack. The effect has been to ~~convert~~ the [[fortification]] of Beoraidh ~~into a [[citadel]]~~ - strengthening its defences but focusing ~~its influence specifically~~ on the region of Beoraidh itself. The citizens of Beoraidh are very worried about an attack from the Children of Wrecks, apparently.		News from the city is that Eshan has been using the lion's share of his remaining [[mithril]] supplies to further reinforce the walls and harbour of the city, arming veteran soldiers, and otherwise preparing the city to resist attack. The effect has been to strengthen the [[fortification#bastion\|bastion]] of Beoraidh - strengthening its defences but focusing soley on defending the region of Beoraidh itself. The citizens of Beoraidh are very worried about an attack from the Children of Wrecks, apparently.

	There's also been some talk of attempts to establish farms in [[Mareave#Sinfoyard\|Sinfoyard]] but they are apparently not going well given how barren the region is. The salt mines are still operating but the cost of keeping them going now that they are not dug by slaves is rumoured to be slowly beggaring the Lord of the city.		There's also been some talk of attempts to establish farms in [[Mareave#Sinfoyard\|Sinfoyard]] but they are apparently not going well given how barren the region is. The salt mines are still operating but the cost of keeping them going now that they are not dug by slaves is rumoured to be slowly beggaring the Lord of the city.

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

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	Over the last few months it appears that a ''lot'' of people have been in contact with Mora's Rock, seeking to open diplomatic channels with the Grendel there. Responsibility for dealing with Gallum obviously falls to the Ambassador to the Grendel, but it appears the sheer weight of correspondence has encouraged Wind Lord Saoirse to send a [[Call Winged Messenger\|Winged Messenger]] of her own. The message is short and to the point: if the Empire is serious about negotiation with the Commander and the soldiers at Morajasse there are two steps they must take.		Over the last few months it appears that a ''lot'' of people have been in contact with Mora's Rock, seeking to open diplomatic channels with the Grendel there. Responsibility for dealing with Gallum obviously falls to the Ambassador to the Grendel, but it appears the sheer weight of correspondence has encouraged Wind Lord Saoirse to send a [[Call Winged Messenger\|Winged Messenger]] of her own. The message is short and to the point: if the Empire is serious about negotiation with the Commander and the soldiers at Morajasse there are two steps they must take.

	First, the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] must recognise the [[territory#region\|region]] of Morajasse as a protectorate under the command of Gallum Fiersach and his soldiers, declaring them to be foreigners under Imperial lore. Legally, this is ''not'' a case of the Senate being forced to [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concede]] that region as it is ''already'' in the hands of the Grendel. Rather, it is a diplomatic decision, simply recognising that the force that currently controls the region continues to do so. Second, neither Mora's Rock nor Morajasse shall be the target of further curses from '''Bakar''' of the Brass Coast or the '''Seaglass Beacon'''. While the problems inflicted by Bakar's curse are not trivial, Wind Lord Saoirse wants to remind Bakar that her coven ''also'' have the ability to perform rituals in Feroz.		First, the [[Senate]] must recognise the [[territory#region\|region]] of Morajasse as a protectorate under the command of Gallum Fiersach and his soldiers, declaring them to be foreigners under Imperial lore. Legally, this is ''not'' a case of the Senate being forced to [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concede]] that region as it is ''already'' in the hands of the Grendel. Rather, it is a diplomatic decision, simply recognising that the force that currently controls the region continues to do so. Second, neither Mora's Rock nor Morajasse shall be the target of further curses from '''Bakar''' of the Brass Coast or the '''Seaglass Beacon'''. While the problems inflicted by Bakar's curse are not trivial, Wind Lord Saoirse wants to remind Bakar that her coven ''also'' have the ability to perform rituals in Feroz.

	If these steps are taken then Commander Gallum commits to protect the coast of Feroz against the Children of Wrecks to the best of his ability in the coming season, and that further negotiations will then be opened with the Empire. A number of possibilities have been put forward by assorted correspondents and will form a basis for beginning such discussions.		If these steps are taken then Commander Gallum commits to protect the coast of Feroz against the Children of Wrecks to the best of his ability in the coming season, and that further negotiations will then be opened with the Empire. A number of possibilities have been put forward by assorted correspondents and will form a basis for beginning such discussions.

Twiggy at 19:12, 10 September 2025

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	Alternatively, if the Senate wishes to commission something truly impressive, it could commission a basilica on the same land. This would be a building with significant [[Edifice#Grandeur\|grandeur]]. Requiring 40 white granite, 20 mithril, and 216 crowns (before modifications) it would take six months to complete. The structure would incorporate beautiful mithril gilding as well as reinforcement of the doors and windows that would help it weather damage or attack. It would be the largest religious building in the city, and indeed one of the largest structures. The ''Preacher of Beoraidh'' would receive an impressive 23 crowns each season from the [[sinecure]], which would be home to a small staff of priests.		Alternatively, if the Senate wishes to commission something truly impressive, it could commission a basilica on the same land. This would be a building with significant [[Edifice#Grandeur\|grandeur]]. Requiring 40 white granite, 20 mithril, and 216 crowns (before modifications) it would take six months to complete. The structure would incorporate beautiful mithril gilding as well as reinforcement of the doors and windows that would help it weather damage or attack. It would be the largest religious building in the city, and indeed one of the largest structures. The ''Preacher of Beoraidh'' would receive an impressive 23 crowns each season from the [[sinecure]], which would be home to a small staff of priests.

	For a year after it was completed, the basilica would also unlock the opportunity for any Imperial [[congregation]] to take the special preaching action '''Preach the Way in Beoraidh'''. This action would involve supporting the Basilica, as well as sponsoring missionaries, wayfarers, or virtuous members of the congregation to visit the city and speak to the people there. The congregation would provide no [[liao]] - it would be assumed to be sent to ~~Beoriadh~~ either with priests or as donations - but the priest leading the congregation would instead receive 15 rings for each dose of liao they would have received, representing luxuries, bribes, and donations. If at least 20 congregations take this opportunity each season for a full year it will anchor a notable community of orcs in the city who look to the virtues for spiritual inspiration. This will not necessarily mean they embrace the Way, or that they abandon their odd Grendel take on the virtues, but they will be more receptive to followers of the Way.		For a year after it was completed, the basilica would also unlock the opportunity for any Imperial [[congregation]] to take the special preaching action '''Preach the Way in Beoraidh'''. This action would involve supporting the Basilica, as well as sponsoring missionaries, wayfarers, or virtuous members of the congregation to visit the city and speak to the people there. The congregation would provide no [[liao]] - it would be assumed to be sent to Beoraidh either with priests or as donations - but the priest leading the congregation would instead receive 15 rings for each dose of liao they would have received, representing luxuries, bribes, and donations. If at least 20 congregations take this opportunity each season for a full year it will anchor a notable community of orcs in the city who look to the virtues for spiritual inspiration. This will not necessarily mean they embrace the Way, or that they abandon their odd Grendel take on the virtues, but they will be more receptive to followers of the Way.

	In either case, no actual work on the structure could take place before the Empire had paid the 20 Thrones agreed to purchase the land in the city. Once at least 20 Thrones have been provided, work would continue as normal.		In either case, no actual work on the structure could take place before the Empire had paid the 20 Thrones agreed to purchase the land in the city. Once at least 20 Thrones have been provided, work would continue as normal.

Beeswax: /* Otkodov */

2025-09-04T16:12:29Z

Otkodov

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	Across the border in [[Miekarova#Miechernya\|Miechernya]] stands ''Eldfell'', a fortification which secures the eastern end of [[Skarsind#The_Mountain_Passes\|Ustyma's Gate]] the pass that Winterfolk call ''Wulfric's Fall''. As Summer lengthens, ice spreads across the walls here, and unseasonable snow falls on the nearby hills. The orcs there are joined by white bear-like figures with great polearms - servants of [[Cathan Canae]] most likely.		Across the border in [[Miekarova#Miechernya\|Miechernya]] stands ''Eldfell'', a fortification which secures the eastern end of [[Skarsind#The_Mountain_Passes\|Ustyma's Gate]] the pass that Winterfolk call ''Wulfric's Fall''. As Summer lengthens, ice spreads across the walls here, and unseasonable snow falls on the nearby hills. The orcs there are joined by white bear-like figures with great polearms - servants of [[Cathan Canae]] most likely.

	Further ~~west~~ in [[Karsk]], amid the hills of [[Karsk#Krevsaty\|Krevsaty]] stands ''Krevsatyzmei'', a small fortification that watches over the rebuilt town of Oloy. It too has been enchanted - there is talk of massive pale wolves larger than an ox stalking the wooded hillside and watching the border to the south with cold golden eyes. In the [[Ossium#Bonewood\|Bonewood]] Fljajokep has been seriously reinforced, and additional defences added to the ''Silent Pines'' - the [[weirwood]] grove the Thule control as part of their payment for aiding in the conquest of Ossium.		Further east in [[Karsk]], amid the hills of [[Karsk#Krevsaty\|Krevsaty]] stands ''Krevsatyzmei'', a small fortification that watches over the rebuilt town of Oloy. It too has been enchanted - there is talk of massive pale wolves larger than an ox stalking the wooded hillside and watching the border to the south with cold golden eyes. In the [[Ossium#Bonewood\|Bonewood]] Fljajokep has been seriously reinforced, and additional defences added to the ''Silent Pines'' - the [[weirwood]] grove the Thule control as part of their payment for aiding in the conquest of Ossium.

	Improving its defences with mundane means is not the extent of their preparations, however. The newly strengthened walls of the fortification are bound with brass sigils - not runes but strange curling shapes that nonetheless communicate to those who see them that they are marks of power. They glow with the heat of the forge. There are sightings of tall bronze creatures - twice the height of a human or orc - many with two pairs of arms, supplementing the orc garrison. The [[Ossium#Webwood\|Webwood]] does not contain a fortification - the forest is still largely untouched as it was under the reign of the [[Druj]]. But there are reports of magic seething in its depths, of the darkness beneath the trees coming alive and spawning featureless shapes - some like orcs, others like massive spiders or scorpions or bears, still others entirely unidentifiable. Another Thule enchantment, likely a ward of [[night magic]].		Improving its defences with mundane means is not the extent of their preparations, however. The newly strengthened walls of the fortification are bound with brass sigils - not runes but strange curling shapes that nonetheless communicate to those who see them that they are marks of power. They glow with the heat of the forge. There are sightings of tall bronze creatures - twice the height of a human or orc - many with two pairs of arms, supplementing the orc garrison. The [[Ossium#Webwood\|Webwood]] does not contain a fortification - the forest is still largely untouched as it was under the reign of the [[Druj]]. But there are reports of magic seething in its depths, of the darkness beneath the trees coming alive and spawning featureless shapes - some like orcs, others like massive spiders or scorpions or bears, still others entirely unidentifiable. Another Thule enchantment, likely a ward of [[night magic]].

Twiggy at 18:56, 30 July 2025

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	* '''Skouran merchants from the Geltcourse Trade Security Council are coming to the Imperial Orc camp at 13:00 Saturday'''		* '''Skouran merchants from the Geltcourse Trade Security Council are coming to the Imperial Orc camp at 13:00 Saturday'''
	* '''They want to buy measures and discuss long-term trade'''		* '''They want to buy measures and discuss long-term trade'''
	* '''They want to speak to the Senator for ~~Maraeve~~'''		* '''They want to speak to the Senator for Mareave'''
	* '''They also have a message for Jarrigk Silktongue		* '''They also have a message for Jarrigk Silktongue
	A delegation of people from Skoura has come down from the mountains through the territory of [[Mareave]] and begun making their way to Anvil. Their apparent leader, Ashtan who trades shrewdly, tells anyone who asks that they have been sent by the Geltcourse Trade Security Council and are coming to meet with the Imperial Orcs to discuss matters of trade, but other than that they mostly avoid conversation with Imperial citizens on their journey.		A delegation of people from Skoura has come down from the mountains through the territory of [[Mareave]] and begun making their way to Anvil. Their apparent leader, Ashtan who trades shrewdly, tells anyone who asks that they have been sent by the Geltcourse Trade Security Council and are coming to meet with the Imperial Orcs to discuss matters of trade, but other than that they mostly avoid conversation with Imperial citizens on their journey.

Twiggy: /* Skoura */

2025-07-30T18:56:07Z

Skoura

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	==Skoura==		==Skoura==
	The mountainous nation of [[Skoura]] lies east of [[Mareave]]. Not much is known about Skoura; they are master [[Crafting skills#Artisan\|artisans]], they keep to themselves, they are rich in metals and stone and poor in the valuable materials cultivated in [[forest\|forests]]. They are a contained, disciplined people with an emphasis on reducing risk and ensuring the safety of their people. Right now most of their interest in the Empire seems to be focused on Mareave, which was once their land of ''Mahal'' before the Grendel drove them out. For now they seem to have abandoned all claim on the territory - perhaps because they worry that ~~they~~ they could no more defeat the Grendel today than their ancestors did when they were forced to flee into the eastern peaks.		The mountainous nation of [[Skoura]] lies east of [[Mareave]]. Not much is known about Skoura; they are master [[Crafting skills#Artisan\|artisans]], they keep to themselves, they are rich in metals and stone and poor in the valuable materials cultivated in [[forest\|forests]]. They are a contained, disciplined people with an emphasis on reducing risk and ensuring the safety of their people. Right now most of their interest in the Empire seems to be focused on Mareave, which was once their land of ''Mahal'' before the Grendel drove them out. For now they seem to have abandoned all claim on the territory - perhaps because they worry that they could no more defeat the Grendel today than their ancestors did when they were forced to flee into the eastern peaks.

	The Imperial Consul '''Jarrigk Silktongue''' is responsible for negotiating with the Skouran people.		The Imperial Consul '''Jarrigk Silktongue''' is responsible for negotiating with the Skouran people.
	===Regarding Tsark===		===Regarding Tsark===

	Jarrigk Silktongue has been in contact with Skoura asking for guidance. Apparently, there is an interest among some Imperial citizens in trading weirwood to the people of [[Tsark]]. Ambassador Silktongue wants to ensure that such trade will not cause any diplomatic issues for Skoura, who are known to have some dealings with the secretive folk of the [[Mountains of the Moon]]. ''Talker Garra, Delvemistress of Skoura'' reassures the ambassador that Skoura has no interest in controlling access to Tsark, or telling them who they may or may not do business with. Obviously if the Empire tries to take advantage of their friends, or swindle them, the Skouran people will be very unhappy about it. They caution the ambassador though that they should not take it for granted that the ~~Mountaints~~ of the Moon will ''want'' to trade weirwood with the Empire. Their primarily motivations are not economic in nature but philosophical.		Jarrigk Silktongue has been in contact with Skoura asking for guidance. Apparently, there is an interest among some Imperial citizens in trading weirwood to the people of [[Tsark]]. Ambassador Silktongue wants to ensure that such trade will not cause any diplomatic issues for Skoura, who are known to have some dealings with the secretive folk of the [[Mountains of the Moon]]. ''Talker Garra, Delvemistress of Skoura'' reassures the ambassador that Skoura has no interest in controlling access to Tsark, or telling them who they may or may not do business with. Obviously if the Empire tries to take advantage of their friends, or swindle them, the Skouran people will be very unhappy about it. They caution the ambassador though that they should not take it for granted that the Mountains of the Moon will ''want'' to trade weirwood with the Empire. Their primarily motivations are not economic in nature but philosophical.

	On the matter of trading weirwood with the Empire themselves, there is some cautious interest in doing so. It may be something that the delegation visiting the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]] could discuss during the Summer Solstice.		On the matter of trading weirwood with the Empire themselves, there is some cautious interest in doing so. It may be something that the delegation visiting the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]] could discuss during the Summer Solstice.
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	They will visit the Imperial Orc camp at 13:00 on Saturday, and wish to buy forest resources for the making of magic items. They also want to discuss options for long-term trade deals with the Senator for Mareave (Although Ashtan who trades shrewdly occasionally slips up and refers to the Senator for [[Mareave and Urizen\|Mahal]], before apologising profusely for the error). If their hosts are able to provide them with somewhere to sit and some good, clean water to drink, they will be most appreciative.		They will visit the Imperial Orc camp at 13:00 on Saturday, and wish to buy forest resources for the making of magic items. They also want to discuss options for long-term trade deals with the Senator for Mareave (Although Ashtan who trades shrewdly occasionally slips up and refers to the Senator for [[Mareave and Urizen\|Mahal]], before apologising profusely for the error). If their hosts are able to provide them with somewhere to sit and some good, clean water to drink, they will be most appreciative.

	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
	* [[Thule]]		* [[Thule]]

Kirkbride at 11:19, 23 July 2025

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	Over the last few months it appears that a ''lot'' of people have been in contact with Mora's Rock, seeking to open diplomatic channels with the Grendel there. Responsibility for dealing with Gallum obviously falls to the Ambassador to the Grendel, but it appears the sheer weight of correspondence has encouraged Wind Lord Saoirse to send a [[Call Winged Messenger\|Winged Messenger]] of her own. The message is short and to the point: if the Empire is serious about negotiation with the Commander and the soldiers at Morajasse there are two steps they must take.		Over the last few months it appears that a ''lot'' of people have been in contact with Mora's Rock, seeking to open diplomatic channels with the Grendel there. Responsibility for dealing with Gallum obviously falls to the Ambassador to the Grendel, but it appears the sheer weight of correspondence has encouraged Wind Lord Saoirse to send a [[Call Winged Messenger\|Winged Messenger]] of her own. The message is short and to the point: if the Empire is serious about negotiation with the Commander and the soldiers at Morajasse there are two steps they must take.

	First, the [[Imperial Senate]] must recognise the [[territory#region\|region]] of Morajasse as a protectorate under the command of Gallum Fiersach and his soldiers, declaring them to be foreigners under Imperial lore. Legally, this is ''not'' a case of the Senate being forced to [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concede]] that region as it is ''already'' in the hands of the Grendel. Rather, it is a diplomatic decision, simply recognising that the force that currently controls the region continues to do so. Second, neither Mora's Rock nor Morajasse shall be the target of further curses from '''Bakar''' of the Brass Coast. While the problems inflicted by Bakar's curse are not trivial, Wind Lord Saoirse wants to remind Bakar that her coven ''also'' have the ability to perform rituals in Feroz.		First, the [[Imperial Senate]] must recognise the [[territory#region\|region]] of Morajasse as a protectorate under the command of Gallum Fiersach and his soldiers, declaring them to be foreigners under Imperial lore. Legally, this is ''not'' a case of the Senate being forced to [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concede]] that region as it is ''already'' in the hands of the Grendel. Rather, it is a diplomatic decision, simply recognising that the force that currently controls the region continues to do so. Second, neither Mora's Rock nor Morajasse shall be the target of further curses from '''Bakar''' of the Brass Coast or the '''Seaglass Beacon'''. While the problems inflicted by Bakar's curse are not trivial, Wind Lord Saoirse wants to remind Bakar that her coven ''also'' have the ability to perform rituals in Feroz.

	If these steps are taken then Commander Gallum commits to protect the coast of Feroz against the Children of Wrecks to the best of his ability in the coming season, and that further negotiations will then be opened with the Empire. A number of possibilities have been put forward by assorted correspondents and will form a basis for beginning such discussions.		If these steps are taken then Commander Gallum commits to protect the coast of Feroz against the Children of Wrecks to the best of his ability in the coming season, and that further negotiations will then be opened with the Empire. A number of possibilities have been put forward by assorted correspondents and will form a basis for beginning such discussions.

Noserenda: /* The Historians */

2025-07-23T11:03:00Z

The Historians

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	It is obviously a little grudging, but Baroness Katerine thanks the ambassador and their advisors for exposing the rot within the team of historians that [[Keep_talking#A_History_of_Strength\|visited Anvil]] during the Spring Equinox. Vorron of the Veiled Shrine is in the custody of those who serve the [[Suranni_pantheon#Arav_the_Judge,_Maiden_of_Silence\|Maiden of Silence]], who will attempt to discover how they fell from a true understanding of the gods and who led them into falsehood. The tone of the missive from the Suranni Ambassador is a little sad, but while the thanks may be grudging, they appear genuine.		It is obviously a little grudging, but Baroness Katerine thanks the ambassador and their advisors for exposing the rot within the team of historians that [[Keep_talking#A_History_of_Strength\|visited Anvil]] during the Spring Equinox. Vorron of the Veiled Shrine is in the custody of those who serve the [[Suranni_pantheon#Arav_the_Judge,_Maiden_of_Silence\|Maiden of Silence]], who will attempt to discover how they fell from a true understanding of the gods and who led them into falsehood. The tone of the missive from the Suranni Ambassador is a little sad, but while the thanks may be grudging, they appear genuine.

	In terms of the actual visit itself, the Baroness clearly feels it was a mixed bag. Of particular note, however, is that the folk of [[~~the Marchers~~\|the Marches]] made a lasting impression on some of the group. Their down-to-earth nature and appreciation of steel over the tainted gifts of Dumon meant that some of the contingent felt that it would certainly be worth exploring diplomatic relations with them. Obviously, it is not for priests and historians to set foreign policy, but Baroness Katerine has taken their words under advisement. Perhaps an opportunity for one or two Suranni to visit the Marches in Autumn to observe their harvest festival would be appropriate? Does the Ambassador believe such a thing could be arranged? Perhaps as guests of the Garamond household?		In terms of the actual visit itself, the Baroness clearly feels it was a mixed bag. Of particular note, however, is that the folk of [[The Marches\|the Marches]] made a lasting impression on some of the group. Their down-to-earth nature and appreciation of steel over the tainted gifts of Dumon meant that some of the contingent felt that it would certainly be worth exploring diplomatic relations with them. Obviously, it is not for priests and historians to set foreign policy, but Baroness Katerine has taken their words under advisement. Perhaps an opportunity for one or two Suranni to visit the Marches in Autumn to observe their harvest festival would be appropriate? Does the Ambassador believe such a thing could be arranged? Perhaps as guests of the Garamond household?

	On the other hand, as expected, the group were constantly exposed to the malignancy and corruption of the Empire. Cursed coffee houses full of the whispers of Dumon, attempts to wield Dumon's twisted gifts at every stage of the journey, arguments about the nature of the gods... all of this and more was to be expected, but it highlights again the gulf of difference between the Suranni and the Empire to the north.		On the other hand, as expected, the group were constantly exposed to the malignancy and corruption of the Empire. Cursed coffee houses full of the whispers of Dumon, attempts to wield Dumon's twisted gifts at every stage of the journey, arguments about the nature of the gods... all of this and more was to be expected, but it highlights again the gulf of difference between the Suranni and the Empire to the north.

Kirkbride: /* At Mora's Rock */

2025-07-23T10:53:32Z

At Mora's Rock

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	Over the last few months it appears that a ''lot'' of people have been in contact with Mora's Rock, seeking to open diplomatic channels with the Grendel there. Responsibility for dealing with Gallum obviously falls to the Ambassador to the Grendel, but it appears the sheer weight of correspondence has encouraged Wind Lord Saoirse to send a [[Call Winged Messenger\|Winged Messenger]] of her own. The message is short and to the point: if the Empire is serious about negotiation with the Commander and the soldiers at Morajasse there are two steps they must take.		Over the last few months it appears that a ''lot'' of people have been in contact with Mora's Rock, seeking to open diplomatic channels with the Grendel there. Responsibility for dealing with Gallum obviously falls to the Ambassador to the Grendel, but it appears the sheer weight of correspondence has encouraged Wind Lord Saoirse to send a [[Call Winged Messenger\|Winged Messenger]] of her own. The message is short and to the point: if the Empire is serious about negotiation with the Commander and the soldiers at Morajasse there are two steps they must take.

	First, the [[Imperial Senate]] must recognise the [[territory#region\|region]] of Morajasse as a protectorate under the command of Gallum Fiersach and his soldiers, declaring them to be foreigners under Imperial lore. Legally, this is ''not'' a case of the Senate being forced to [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concede]] that region as it is ''already'' in the hands of the Grendel. Rather, it is a diplomatic decision, simply recognising that the force that currently controls the region continues to do so. Second, neither Mora's Rock nor Morajasse shall be the target of further curses from '''Bakar''' of the Brass Coast ~~and their coven the '''Seaglass Beacon'''~~. While the problems inflicted by Bakar's curse are not trivial, Wind Lord Saoirse wants to remind Bakar that her coven ''also'' have the ability to perform rituals in Feroz.		First, the [[Imperial Senate]] must recognise the [[territory#region\|region]] of Morajasse as a protectorate under the command of Gallum Fiersach and his soldiers, declaring them to be foreigners under Imperial lore. Legally, this is ''not'' a case of the Senate being forced to [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concede]] that region as it is ''already'' in the hands of the Grendel. Rather, it is a diplomatic decision, simply recognising that the force that currently controls the region continues to do so. Second, neither Mora's Rock nor Morajasse shall be the target of further curses from '''Bakar''' of the Brass Coast. While the problems inflicted by Bakar's curse are not trivial, Wind Lord Saoirse wants to remind Bakar that her coven ''also'' have the ability to perform rituals in Feroz.

	If these steps are taken then Commander Gallum commits to protect the coast of Feroz against the Children of Wrecks to the best of his ability in the coming season, and that further negotiations will then be opened with the Empire. A number of possibilities have been put forward by assorted correspondents and will form a basis for beginning such discussions.		If these steps are taken then Commander Gallum commits to protect the coast of Feroz against the Children of Wrecks to the best of his ability in the coming season, and that further negotiations will then be opened with the Empire. A number of possibilities have been put forward by assorted correspondents and will form a basis for beginning such discussions.

Thespaceinvader: /* Cows */

2025-07-23T10:44:38Z

Cows

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	* '''A Thule consortium has taken delivery of a large number of cows		* '''A Thule consortium has taken delivery of a large number of cows
	* '''They have managed to get the cows to Crow's Ridge but would be vulnerable to an attack by Imperial armies should war erupt		* '''They have managed to get the cows to Crow's Ridge but would be vulnerable to an attack by Imperial armies should war erupt
	Shortly after the Equinox, a sizable force of Thule orcs come down through [[Sermersuaq]] heading for [[the Marches]]. The force is composed as perhaps as many as sixty warriors and hunters, and a dozen warlocks. There is some consternation, but it becomes apparent this is simply a group of "cattle wranglers" here to collect their cows from the markets of [[Upwold]] for transport north. The [[Louder_than_words#Mana_for_Cows\|economic consortium]] - the Company of the Icebound Wind - have apparently acquired a number of "[[High hopes\|cattle ~~bods~~]]" during the Spring Equinox with the intent of starting a herd of their own in [[Verthandi#Yura\|Yura]]. Exact numbers are hard to estimate, but it appears that they have acquired over twenty "cow wains" giving them a small herd to take north. It's only a fraction of that which is going east to [[Mareave]], but the merchant-warlocks seem happy enough; whether it will be enough to meet their ambitions of a sizable herd in the cold north remains to be seen.		Shortly after the Equinox, a sizable force of Thule orcs come down through [[Sermersuaq]] heading for [[the Marches]]. The force is composed as perhaps as many as sixty warriors and hunters, and a dozen warlocks. There is some consternation, but it becomes apparent this is simply a group of "cattle wranglers" here to collect their cows from the markets of [[Upwold]] for transport north. The [[Louder_than_words#Mana_for_Cows\|economic consortium]] - the Company of the Icebound Wind - have apparently acquired a number of "[[High hopes\|cattle bonds]]" during the Spring Equinox with the intent of starting a herd of their own in [[Verthandi#Yura\|Yura]]. Exact numbers are hard to estimate, but it appears that they have acquired over twenty "cow wains" giving them a small herd to take north. It's only a fraction of that which is going east to [[Mareave]], but the merchant-warlocks seem happy enough; whether it will be enough to meet their ambitions of a sizable herd in the cold north remains to be seen.

	Unfortunately, it appears that the Thule have heavily underestimated the difficulties inherent in transporting so many cattle through the Empire, even without the current strangeness washing over the [[Stars_and_sigils#Strangeness_in_the_Northwest\|northwest territories]]. While it is nowhere near as long as the trek to Mareave, a lot of the journey is through the hilly terrain of [[Hahnmark]] and [[Skarsind]]. As such, by the time the Summer Solstice rolls around, the Company of the Icebound Wind has only just managed to get their cattle to [[Skarsind]] and is apparently camped out at [[Skarsind#Crow's Ridge\|Crow's Ridge]]. In the event that war were to erupt, it would theoretically be possible for any [[general]] launching an attack on that region to seize the cows back from the Thule should they achieve victory and mention an intent to do so in their [[Army orders#orders\|orders]].		Unfortunately, it appears that the Thule have heavily underestimated the difficulties inherent in transporting so many cattle through the Empire, even without the current strangeness washing over the [[Stars_and_sigils#Strangeness_in_the_Northwest\|northwest territories]]. While it is nowhere near as long as the trek to Mareave, a lot of the journey is through the hilly terrain of [[Hahnmark]] and [[Skarsind]]. As such, by the time the Summer Solstice rolls around, the Company of the Icebound Wind has only just managed to get their cattle to [[Skarsind]] and is apparently camped out at [[Skarsind#Crow's Ridge\|Crow's Ridge]]. In the event that war were to erupt, it would theoretically be possible for any [[general]] launching an attack on that region to seize the cows back from the Thule should they achieve victory and mention an intent to do so in their [[Army orders#orders\|orders]].

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	Across the border in [[Miekarova#Miechernya\|Miechernya]] stands ''Eldfell'', a fortification which secures the eastern end of [[Skarsind#The_Mountain_Passes\|Ustyma's Gate]] the pass that Winterfolk call ''Wulfric's Fall''. As Summer lengthens, ice spreads across the walls here, and unseasonable snow falls on the nearby hills. The orcs there are joined by white bear-like figures with great polearms - servants of [[Cathan Canae]] most likely.		Across the border in [[Miekarova#Miechernya\|Miechernya]] stands ''Eldfell'', a fortification which secures the eastern end of [[Skarsind#The_Mountain_Passes\|Ustyma's Gate]] the pass that Winterfolk call ''Wulfric's Fall''. As Summer lengthens, ice spreads across the walls here, and unseasonable snow falls on the nearby hills. The orcs there are joined by white bear-like figures with great polearms - servants of [[Cathan Canae]] most likely.

	Further ~~west~~ in [[Karsk]], amid the hills of [[Karsk#Krevsaty\|Krevsaty]] stands ''Krevsatyzmei'', a small fortification that watches over the rebuilt town of Oloy. It too has been enchanted - there is talk of massive pale wolves larger than an ox stalking the wooded hillside and watching the border to the south with cold golden eyes. In the [[Ossium#Bonewood\|Bonewood]] Fljajokep has been seriously reinforced, and additional defences added to the ''Silent Pines'' - the [[weirwood]] grove the Thule control as part of their payment for aiding in the conquest of Ossium.		Further east in [[Karsk]], amid the hills of [[Karsk#Krevsaty\|Krevsaty]] stands ''Krevsatyzmei'', a small fortification that watches over the rebuilt town of Oloy. It too has been enchanted - there is talk of massive pale wolves larger than an ox stalking the wooded hillside and watching the border to the south with cold golden eyes. In the [[Ossium#Bonewood\|Bonewood]] Fljajokep has been seriously reinforced, and additional defences added to the ''Silent Pines'' - the [[weirwood]] grove the Thule control as part of their payment for aiding in the conquest of Ossium.

	Improving its defences with mundane means is not the extent of their preparations, however. The newly strengthened walls of the fortification are bound with brass sigils - not runes but strange curling shapes that nonetheless communicate to those who see them that they are marks of power. They glow with the heat of the forge. There are sightings of tall bronze creatures - twice the height of a human or orc - many with two pairs of arms, supplementing the orc garrison. The [[Ossium#Webwood\|Webwood]] does not contain a fortification - the forest is still largely untouched as it was under the reign of the [[Druj]]. But there are reports of magic seething in its depths, of the darkness beneath the trees coming alive and spawning featureless shapes - some like orcs, others like massive spiders or scorpions or bears, still others entirely unidentifiable. Another Thule enchantment, likely a ward of [[night magic]].		Improving its defences with mundane means is not the extent of their preparations, however. The newly strengthened walls of the fortification are bound with brass sigils - not runes but strange curling shapes that nonetheless communicate to those who see them that they are marks of power. They glow with the heat of the forge. There are sightings of tall bronze creatures - twice the height of a human or orc - many with two pairs of arms, supplementing the orc garrison. The [[Ossium#Webwood\|Webwood]] does not contain a fortification - the forest is still largely untouched as it was under the reign of the [[Druj]]. But there are reports of magic seething in its depths, of the darkness beneath the trees coming alive and spawning featureless shapes - some like orcs, others like massive spiders or scorpions or bears, still others entirely unidentifiable. Another Thule enchantment, likely a ward of [[night magic]].