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Vsabo: /* The War in the Trees */

2026-07-22T09:57:16Z

The War in the Trees

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	The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely their tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.		The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely their tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.

	''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, ~~continued~~ to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, Whose Fury is the Storm of Creation''.		''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, continues to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, Whose Fury is the Storm of Creation''.

	As before, the civil service caution that sending armies into the Forest of Ulnak this season ''without'' agreeing to accept the strategy of Tathenon the Gyre will mean that the Empire's troops will act as a separate force. Should the two forces assail the same [[territory#regions\|region]] there is an unfortunate possibility of "friendly fire" incidents.		As before, the civil service caution that sending armies into the Forest of Ulnak this season ''without'' agreeing to accept the strategy of Tathenon the Gyre will mean that the Empire's troops will act as a separate force. Should the two forces assail the same [[territory#regions\|region]] there is an unfortunate possibility of "friendly fire" incidents.

Vsabo: /* The War in the Trees */

2026-07-22T09:56:31Z

The War in the Trees

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	===The War in the Trees===		===The War in the Trees===
	* '''The Thule continue to seek aid for their war against the Druj in the Forest of Ulnak'''		* '''The Thule continue to seek aid for their war against the Druj in the Forest of Ulnak'''
	The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely ~~ther~~ tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.		The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely their tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.

	''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, continued to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, Whose Fury is the Storm of Creation''.		''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, continued to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, Whose Fury is the Storm of Creation''.
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	* '''Characters whose military units were operating in the Forest of Ulnak this season will receive additional information'''		* '''Characters whose military units were operating in the Forest of Ulnak this season will receive additional information'''
	Individual captains who accompanied the Earthquake Drummers, and anyone supporting the [[spy network]] in the Forest, will have more information about the situation there. This will take the form of a short out-of-character briefing in their packs, the information from which they can share or keep private as they see fit.		Individual captains who accompanied the Earthquake Drummers, and anyone supporting the [[spy network]] in the Forest, will have more information about the situation there. This will take the form of a short out-of-character briefing in their packs, the information from which they can share or keep private as they see fit.

	===An Imperfect Forum===		===An Imperfect Forum===
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Kindra Surefoot.jpg\|caption='''Kindra Surefoot''', Ambassador to Otkodov\|align=right\|width=300}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Kindra Surefoot.jpg\|caption='''Kindra Surefoot''', Ambassador to Otkodov\|align=right\|width=300}}

Vsabo: /* Overview */

2026-07-22T09:47:57Z

Overview

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	Many of the nations that border the Empire are [[orc]] nations. Not all are barbarians; the Empire has a long-standing peace treaty with the Thule for example. There are also communities of orcs within the Empire's borders. Some are part of Imperial nations - the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], the former [[Grendel]] of [[the League]], the free [[Jotun]] thralls of [[the Marches]]. Others maintain a degree of independence while still being at least ambivalent to the Empire - the orcs of [[Mareave#Beoraidh\|Beoraidh]] and the [[Feroz#Morajasse\|Protectorate of Morajasse]].		Many of the nations that border the Empire are [[orc]] nations. Not all are barbarians; the Empire has a long-standing peace treaty with the Thule for example. There are also communities of orcs within the Empire's borders. Some are part of Imperial nations - the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], the former [[Grendel]] of [[the League]], the free [[Jotun]] thralls of [[the Marches]]. Others maintain a degree of independence while still being at least ambivalent to the Empire - the orcs of [[Mareave#Beoraidh\|Beoraidh]] and the [[Feroz#Morajasse\|Protectorate of Morajasse]].

	While some of these orc nations have [[ambassador\|ambassadors]] appointed to speak with them on behalf of the Empire. in many cases diplomacy is handled by the [[Imperial Consul]], '''Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason''' of [[Wintermark]]. The [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]], '''Frith''' of the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], is in an ideal position to provide advice when needed. In practice, many of these orc groups prefer to deal with members of certain nations with whom they have ties - the Jotun prefer to talk to the folk of Wintermark for example, while the [[Great Forest Orcs]] consider the Navarr to be their close allies (in which regard, one might take a look at the '''[[All I ask of you]]''' wind of fortune which relates to that sept this season).		While some of these orc nations have [[ambassador\|ambassadors]] appointed to speak with them on behalf of the Empire, in many cases diplomacy is handled by the [[Imperial Consul]], '''Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason''' of [[Wintermark]]. The [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]], '''Frith''' of the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], is in an ideal position to provide advice when needed. In practice, many of these orc groups prefer to deal with members of certain nations with whom they have ties - the Jotun prefer to talk to the folk of Wintermark for example, while the [[Great Forest Orcs]] consider the Navarr to be their close allies (in which regard, one might take a look at the '''[[All I ask of you]]''' wind of fortune which relates to that sept this season).
	<div style="float:right; width: 350px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Crab-traced-2.png\|align=right\|caption=Many of the Protectorate orcs are former Stone Born, the most heavily armoured and most disciplined of the Grendel [[Elite_Grendel_troops#The_Moridun\|Moridun]].\|width=350}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 350px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Crab-traced-2.png\|align=right\|caption=Many of the Protectorate orcs are former Stone Born, the most heavily armoured and most disciplined of the Grendel [[Elite_Grendel_troops#The_Moridun\|Moridun]].\|width=350}}</div>

Kirkbride: /* Overview */

2026-07-21T22:40:03Z

Overview

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	Many of the nations that border the Empire are [[orc]] nations. Not all are barbarians; the Empire has a long-standing peace treaty with the Thule for example. There are also communities of orcs within the Empire's borders. Some are part of Imperial nations - the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], the former [[Grendel]] of [[the League]], the free [[Jotun]] thralls of [[the Marches]]. Others maintain a degree of independence while still being at least ambivalent to the Empire - the orcs of [[Mareave#Beoraidh\|Beoraidh]] and the [[Feroz#Morajasse\|Protectorate of Morajasse]].		Many of the nations that border the Empire are [[orc]] nations. Not all are barbarians; the Empire has a long-standing peace treaty with the Thule for example. There are also communities of orcs within the Empire's borders. Some are part of Imperial nations - the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], the former [[Grendel]] of [[the League]], the free [[Jotun]] thralls of [[the Marches]]. Others maintain a degree of independence while still being at least ambivalent to the Empire - the orcs of [[Mareave#Beoraidh\|Beoraidh]] and the [[Feroz#Morajasse\|Protectorate of Morajasse]].

	While some of these orc nations have [[ambassador\|ambassadors]] appointed to speak with them on behalf of the Empire. in many cases diplomacy is handled by the [[Imperial Consul]], '''Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason''' of [[Wintermark]]. The [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]], '''Frith''' of the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], is in an ideal position to provide advice when needed. In practice, many of these orc groups prefer to deal with members of certain nations with whom they have ties - the Jotun prefer to talk to the folk of Wintermark for example, while the [[Great Forest Orcs]] consider the Navarr to be their close allies (in which regard, one might take a look at the [[All I ask of you]] wind of fortune which relates to that sept this season).		While some of these orc nations have [[ambassador\|ambassadors]] appointed to speak with them on behalf of the Empire. in many cases diplomacy is handled by the [[Imperial Consul]], '''Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason''' of [[Wintermark]]. The [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]], '''Frith''' of the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], is in an ideal position to provide advice when needed. In practice, many of these orc groups prefer to deal with members of certain nations with whom they have ties - the Jotun prefer to talk to the folk of Wintermark for example, while the [[Great Forest Orcs]] consider the Navarr to be their close allies (in which regard, one might take a look at the '''[[All I ask of you]]''' wind of fortune which relates to that sept this season).
	<div style="float:right; width: 350px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Crab-traced-2.png\|align=right\|caption=Many of the Protectorate orcs are former Stone Born, the most heavily armoured and most disciplined of the Grendel [[Elite_Grendel_troops#The_Moridun\|Moridun]].\|width=350}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 350px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Crab-traced-2.png\|align=right\|caption=Many of the Protectorate orcs are former Stone Born, the most heavily armoured and most disciplined of the Grendel [[Elite_Grendel_troops#The_Moridun\|Moridun]].\|width=350}}</div>

	==Protectorate of Morajasse==		==Protectorate of Morajasse==
	* '''The Grendel controlling Morajasse have been recognised as foreigners by the Senate'''		* '''The Grendel controlling Morajasse have been recognised as foreigners by the Senate'''

Dre: /* Investment */

2026-07-21T20:19:26Z

Investment

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	As per his promise, Salt Lord Ehsan has used his own influence to arrange a meeting with representatives of the Brine Turtles sept of [[Mareave#Fleisardh\|Fleisardh]]. The delegation will include one of the elders of the sept, a high ranking warleader from the [[army]], and a [[Grendel]] advisor. Ehsan suggests that any Imperial delegation be kept to three likewise; he suggests the [[Senator]] for Mareave would probably be a good choice, as might the [[Ambassador to the Grendel]]. The meeting is due to take place at {{TBC}} in {{TBC}}.		As per his promise, Salt Lord Ehsan has used his own influence to arrange a meeting with representatives of the Brine Turtles sept of [[Mareave#Fleisardh\|Fleisardh]]. The delegation will include one of the elders of the sept, a high ranking warleader from the [[army]], and a [[Grendel]] advisor. Ehsan suggests that any Imperial delegation be kept to three likewise; he suggests the [[Senator]] for Mareave would probably be a good choice, as might the [[Ambassador to the Grendel]]. The meeting is due to take place at {{TBC}} in {{TBC}}.
	===Investment===		===Investment===
	* '''A new trading post exchanging ~~Beroadhi~~ salt for Unshackled beef has been established in Mareave		* '''A new trading post exchanging Beoraidh salt for Unshackled beef has been established in Mareave
	* '''Ehsan is very pleased to hear that there is further interest in investment opportunities in the city state		* '''Ehsan is very pleased to hear that there is further interest in investment opportunities in the city state
	The Senator for Mareave also [[388YE_Spring_Equinox_Senate_sessions#Construct_Beoraidh_Trading_Post\|commissioned a trading post]] that would allow Beoraidh to trade salt for Unshackled beef - a potentially quite lucrative trade that has brought prosperity to both the [[Shepherd of the Southern Herd]] and the [[Shepherd of the Great Herd]] in [[Skarsind]]. A healthy exchange of goods is now taking place across the borders of barren [[Mareave#Sinfoyard\|Sinfoyard]].		The Senator for Mareave also [[388YE_Spring_Equinox_Senate_sessions#Construct_Beoraidh_Trading_Post\|commissioned a trading post]] that would allow Beoraidh to trade salt for Unshackled beef - a potentially quite lucrative trade that has brought prosperity to both the [[Shepherd of the Southern Herd]] and the [[Shepherd of the Great Herd]] in [[Skarsind]]. A healthy exchange of goods is now taking place across the borders of barren [[Mareave#Sinfoyard\|Sinfoyard]].

	It appears that the Ambassador also did a good job of warning the citizens of Beoraidh that the [[Rivers of Life]] were due to be raised over Mareave after the Spring Equinox. Ehsan has been voluble in his approval of the move, indicating that it seems to have ~~lead~~ to a significant burst of growth in the normally quite hardscrabble farms of Sinfoyard. He is aware the effect is short-lived, and unpredictable. In an unguarded moment, he also mentions "strange crops" growing in the arid grasslands north of Beoraidh, although he does not give any details.		It appears that the Ambassador also did a good job of warning the citizens of Beoraidh that the [[Rivers of Life]] were due to be raised over Mareave after the Spring Equinox. Ehsan has been voluble in his approval of the move, indicating that it seems to have led to a significant burst of growth in the normally quite hardscrabble farms of Sinfoyard. He is aware the effect is short-lived, and unpredictable. In an unguarded moment, he also mentions "strange crops" growing in the arid grasslands north of Beoraidh, although he does not give any details.

	With Ambassador Melkior assuring Ehsan that funding for the trade docks has been secured, and that there is significant interest in the [[A_knock_at_the_door#Diamant_Drakes\| colosseum]], it seems that relations between the tiny city state and the Empire are going from strength the strength.		With Ambassador Melkior assuring Ehsan that funding for the trade docks has been secured, and that there is significant interest in the [[A_knock_at_the_door#Diamant_Drakes\| colosseum]], it seems that relations between the tiny city state and the Empire are going from strength the strength.

	===Sarcophan Concerns===		===Sarcophan Concerns===
	* '''Ehsan, Lord of Sand thanks the Ambassador for their words regarding the Sarcophan Delves		* '''Ehsan, Lord of Sand thanks the Ambassador for their words regarding the Sarcophan Delves

Thespaceinvader: /* Otkodov */

2026-07-21T20:05:47Z

Otkodov

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	The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely ther tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.		The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely ther tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.

	''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, continued to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, ~~Who's~~ Fury is the Storm of Creation''.		''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, continued to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, Whose Fury is the Storm of Creation''.

	As before, the civil service caution that sending armies into the Forest of Ulnak this season ''without'' agreeing to accept the strategy of Tathenon the Gyre will mean that the Empire's troops will act as a separate force. Should the two forces assail the same [[territory#regions\|region]] there is an unfortunate possibility of "friendly fire" incidents.		As before, the civil service caution that sending armies into the Forest of Ulnak this season ''without'' agreeing to accept the strategy of Tathenon the Gyre will mean that the Empire's troops will act as a separate force. Should the two forces assail the same [[territory#regions\|region]] there is an unfortunate possibility of "friendly fire" incidents.

Kirkbride: /* Jotun */

2026-07-21T19:33:51Z

Jotun

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	As it is, the protection of Sarcophan means that both of their neighbours will need to think very carefully about whether they want to risk the anger of the great power. The price is well worth the protection, but the Lord of Sand does thank the Ambassador for telling him that foolish lips are dubbing the City-State a "protectorate" of Sarcophan. Just because it is basically ''true'' is no reason to say it out loud, after all.		As it is, the protection of Sarcophan means that both of their neighbours will need to think very carefully about whether they want to risk the anger of the great power. The price is well worth the protection, but the Lord of Sand does thank the Ambassador for telling him that foolish lips are dubbing the City-State a "protectorate" of Sarcophan. Just because it is basically ''true'' is no reason to say it out loud, after all.
	==Jotun==		==Jotun==
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Jotunarmy.jpg\|title=Jotun banners often show the skulls of powerful creatures.\|align=right\|width=350}}		<div {{float}}>{{CaptionedImage\|file=Jotunarmy.jpg\|title=Jotun banners often show the skulls of powerful creatures.\|align=right\|width=350}}</div>
	* '''The Jotun remain at war with the Empire'''		* '''The Jotun remain at war with the Empire'''
	* '''Responsibility and authority for diplomacy with the Jotun falls to the Imperial Consul'''		* '''Responsibility and authority for diplomacy with the Jotun falls to the Imperial Consul'''

Kirkbride: /* The Unity Of Deed And Word */

2026-07-21T19:33:22Z

The Unity Of Deed And Word

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	* '''A conjunction of the Sentinel Gate provides the opportunity to enact the consecration of the shrine'''		* '''A conjunction of the Sentinel Gate provides the opportunity to enact the consecration of the shrine'''
	* '''This is a [[Accessibility#Unlikely_or_Contained\|combat unlikely]] encounter'''		* '''This is a [[Accessibility#Unlikely_or_Contained\|combat unlikely]] encounter'''
	* '''Erlend is [[Sentinel_Gate#Prognostication\|responsible]] for assembling a party to carry out the ceremony'''		* '''''Erlend'' is [[Sentinel_Gate#Prognostication\|responsible]] for assembling a party to carry out the ceremony'''

	<quote by="Mandate, Skáldsgrým Dunhearth, General Assembly, Spring Solstice 388YE, Vote: Upheld (1490-60)>The Virtuous build up their fellows, they do not tear them down. We send Erlend with a dose of true liao to consecrate the Virtuous shrine at the Meeting Place. Let us display our Loyalty through the unity of words and deeds.</quote>		<quote by="Mandate, Skáldsgrým Dunhearth, General Assembly, Spring Solstice 388YE, Vote: Upheld (1490-60)>The Virtuous build up their fellows, they do not tear them down. We send Erlend with a dose of true liao to consecrate the Virtuous shrine at the Meeting Place. Let us display our Loyalty through the unity of words and deeds.</quote>

Kirkbride: /* The Unity Of Deed And Word */

2026-07-21T19:28:34Z

The Unity Of Deed And Word

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	<quote by="Mandate, Skáldsgrým Dunhearth, General Assembly, Spring Solstice 388YE, Vote: Upheld (1490-60)>The Virtuous build up their fellows, they do not tear them down. We send Erlend with a dose of true liao to consecrate the Virtuous shrine at the Meeting Place. Let us display our Loyalty through the unity of words and deeds.</quote>		<quote by="Mandate, Skáldsgrým Dunhearth, General Assembly, Spring Solstice 388YE, Vote: Upheld (1490-60)>The Virtuous build up their fellows, they do not tear them down. We send Erlend with a dose of true liao to consecrate the Virtuous shrine at the Meeting Place. Let us display our Loyalty through the unity of words and deeds.</quote>

	Slowly but surely, the wheels of Synod process turn. Last season the [[388YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_32\|mandate of Skáldsgrým Dunhearth]] was passed by the General Assembly, following through on the opportunity to [[Who_counts_the_path_untaken%3F#The_Chains_That_Bind_Us\|consecrate a shrine at the Meeting Place]]. The civil service confirms that the conjunction to the Meeting Place that was identified last season has held strong, and that the Sentinel Gate will open at 18:15 on Saturday of the forthcoming summit. Erlend, the citizen charged with fulfilling the mandate of consecration, will be in charge of assembling a group to witness the ceremony. The shrine is completed, and anchoring the consecration should be no more difficult than		Slowly but surely, the wheels of Synod process turn. Last season the [[388YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_32\|mandate of Skáldsgrým Dunhearth]] was passed by the General Assembly, following through on the opportunity to [[Who_counts_the_path_untaken%3F#The_Chains_That_Bind_Us\|consecrate a shrine at the Meeting Place]]. The civil service confirms that the conjunction to the Meeting Place that was identified last season has held strong, and that the Sentinel Gate will open at 18:15 on Saturday of the forthcoming summit. Erlend, the citizen charged with fulfilling the mandate of consecration, will be in charge of assembling a group to witness the ceremony. The shrine is completed, and anchoring the consecration should be no more difficult than somewhere in Anvil.

	Gull Isle is known to be an ancient place of cooperation and cultural exchange between the ancestors of the Jotun and the Kallavesi. To honour this legacy, three ghodi have travelled to the great feasting hall to witness the ceremony. Gunnr the Watchful is announced as a respected elder, Magni Red Kite as a keen supporter of the new Meeting Place, and Eirik the Golden as a well-known yegarra who has had contact with Imperial priests before. All three hope to discuss the meaning of the aura and what it represents to the Empire.		Gull Isle is known to be an ancient place of cooperation and cultural exchange between the ancestors of the Jotun and the Kallavesi. To honour this legacy, three ghodi have travelled to the great feasting hall to witness the ceremony. Gunnr the Watchful is announced as a respected elder, Magni Red Kite as a keen supporter of the new Meeting Place, and Eirik the Golden as a well-known yegarra who has had contact with Imperial priests before. All three hope to discuss the meaning of the aura and what it represents to the Empire.

Twiggy at 19:28, 21 July 2026

2026-07-21T19:28:15Z

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	The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely their tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.		The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely their tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.

	''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, ~~continued~~ to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, Whose Fury is the Storm of Creation''.		''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, continues to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, Whose Fury is the Storm of Creation''.

	As before, the civil service caution that sending armies into the Forest of Ulnak this season ''without'' agreeing to accept the strategy of Tathenon the Gyre will mean that the Empire's troops will act as a separate force. Should the two forces assail the same [[territory#regions\|region]] there is an unfortunate possibility of "friendly fire" incidents.		As before, the civil service caution that sending armies into the Forest of Ulnak this season ''without'' agreeing to accept the strategy of Tathenon the Gyre will mean that the Empire's troops will act as a separate force. Should the two forces assail the same [[territory#regions\|region]] there is an unfortunate possibility of "friendly fire" incidents.

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	Many of the nations that border the Empire are [[orc]] nations. Not all are barbarians; the Empire has a long-standing peace treaty with the Thule for example. There are also communities of orcs within the Empire's borders. Some are part of Imperial nations - the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], the former [[Grendel]] of [[the League]], the free [[Jotun]] thralls of [[the Marches]]. Others maintain a degree of independence while still being at least ambivalent to the Empire - the orcs of [[Mareave#Beoraidh\|Beoraidh]] and the [[Feroz#Morajasse\|Protectorate of Morajasse]].		Many of the nations that border the Empire are [[orc]] nations. Not all are barbarians; the Empire has a long-standing peace treaty with the Thule for example. There are also communities of orcs within the Empire's borders. Some are part of Imperial nations - the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], the former [[Grendel]] of [[the League]], the free [[Jotun]] thralls of [[the Marches]]. Others maintain a degree of independence while still being at least ambivalent to the Empire - the orcs of [[Mareave#Beoraidh\|Beoraidh]] and the [[Feroz#Morajasse\|Protectorate of Morajasse]].

	While some of these orc nations have [[ambassador\|ambassadors]] appointed to speak with them on behalf of the Empire. in many cases diplomacy is handled by the [[Imperial Consul]], '''Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason''' of [[Wintermark]]. The [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]], '''Frith''' of the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], is in an ideal position to provide advice when needed. In practice, many of these orc groups prefer to deal with members of certain nations with whom they have ties - the Jotun prefer to talk to the folk of Wintermark for example, while the [[Great Forest Orcs]] consider the Navarr to be their close allies (in which regard, one might take a look at the '''[[All I ask of you]]''' wind of fortune which relates to that sept this season).		While some of these orc nations have [[ambassador\|ambassadors]] appointed to speak with them on behalf of the Empire, in many cases diplomacy is handled by the [[Imperial Consul]], '''Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason''' of [[Wintermark]]. The [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]], '''Frith''' of the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], is in an ideal position to provide advice when needed. In practice, many of these orc groups prefer to deal with members of certain nations with whom they have ties - the Jotun prefer to talk to the folk of Wintermark for example, while the [[Great Forest Orcs]] consider the Navarr to be their close allies (in which regard, one might take a look at the '''[[All I ask of you]]''' wind of fortune which relates to that sept this season).
	<div style="float:right; width: 350px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Crab-traced-2.png\|align=right\|caption=Many of the Protectorate orcs are former Stone Born, the most heavily armoured and most disciplined of the Grendel [[Elite_Grendel_troops#The_Moridun\|Moridun]].\|width=350}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 350px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Crab-traced-2.png\|align=right\|caption=Many of the Protectorate orcs are former Stone Born, the most heavily armoured and most disciplined of the Grendel [[Elite_Grendel_troops#The_Moridun\|Moridun]].\|width=350}}</div>

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	The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely ther tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.		The orcs of Otkodov continue their invasion of the [[Forest of Ulnak]]. Precisely how their war against the northern [[the Mallum\|Mallum]] is proceeding is not common knowledge, although stories from those who [[Invited_with_asperity#Hinodir,_Tathenon,_and_the_Eastern_Woods\|supported the Earthquake Drummers]] prior to the Spring Equinox have finally [[Alongside the Earthquake Drummers\|spread far and wide]]. After the Spring Equinox, Imperial [[military unit\|warbands]] continued to fight with the Thule, and it is likely ther tales will likewise filter through to Imperial citizens with an interest in the coming months.

	''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, continued to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, ~~Who's~~ Fury is the Storm of Creation''.		''Tathenon the Gyre'', the most warlike of the [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]] who rule Otkovdov, continued to direct the invasion. He apparently sees no reason to end a good relationship; his [[Voice_irresistable#Grim_Faces\|invitation to the Empire]] still stands. Individual [[military unit\|warbands]] are welcome to support the [[army]] of the ''Earthquake Drummers'' if they wish, and will receive a bounty of crystal mana as recognition of their efforts. Likewise any Imperial army is welcome to join the war against the Druj in the north, provided they acknowledge the strategy of ''Tathenon, Whose Fury is the Storm of Creation''.

	As before, the civil service caution that sending armies into the Forest of Ulnak this season ''without'' agreeing to accept the strategy of Tathenon the Gyre will mean that the Empire's troops will act as a separate force. Should the two forces assail the same [[territory#regions\|region]] there is an unfortunate possibility of "friendly fire" incidents.		As before, the civil service caution that sending armies into the Forest of Ulnak this season ''without'' agreeing to accept the strategy of Tathenon the Gyre will mean that the Empire's troops will act as a separate force. Should the two forces assail the same [[territory#regions\|region]] there is an unfortunate possibility of "friendly fire" incidents.

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	While some of these orc nations have [[ambassador\|ambassadors]] appointed to speak with them on behalf of the Empire. in many cases diplomacy is handled by the [[Imperial Consul]], '''Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason''' of [[Wintermark]]. The [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]], '''Frith''' of the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], is in an ideal position to provide advice when needed. In practice, many of these orc groups prefer to deal with members of certain nations with whom they have ties - the Jotun prefer to talk to the folk of Wintermark for example, while the [[Great Forest Orcs]] consider the Navarr to be their close allies (in which regard, one might take a look at the [[All I ask of you]] wind of fortune which relates to that sept this season).		While some of these orc nations have [[ambassador\|ambassadors]] appointed to speak with them on behalf of the Empire. in many cases diplomacy is handled by the [[Imperial Consul]], '''Atte Arrow-Tongue Metsastajason''' of [[Wintermark]]. The [[Advisor on Orc Affairs]], '''Frith''' of the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], is in an ideal position to provide advice when needed. In practice, many of these orc groups prefer to deal with members of certain nations with whom they have ties - the Jotun prefer to talk to the folk of Wintermark for example, while the [[Great Forest Orcs]] consider the Navarr to be their close allies (in which regard, one might take a look at the [[All I ask of you]] wind of fortune which relates to that sept this season).
	<div style="float:right; width: 350px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Crab-traced-2.png\|align=right\|caption=Many of the Protectorate orcs are ~~fromer~~ Stone Born, the most heavily armoured and most disciplined of the Grendel [[Elite_Grendel_troops#The_Moridun\|Moridun]].\|width=350}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 350px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Crab-traced-2.png\|align=right\|caption=Many of the Protectorate orcs are former Stone Born, the most heavily armoured and most disciplined of the Grendel [[Elite_Grendel_troops#The_Moridun\|Moridun]].\|width=350}}</div>
	==Protectorate of Morajasse==		==Protectorate of Morajasse==
	* '''The Grendel controlling Morajasse have been recognised as foreigners by the Senate'''		* '''The Grendel controlling Morajasse have been recognised as foreigners by the Senate'''
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	Following the successes of the last couple of seasons, Commander Gallum has sent a short message to the Imperial Consul indicating that some officers are coming to Anvil for the Summer Solstice. They're empowered to speak on his behalf, and on behalf of the Protectorate. This will present an opportunity to prepare a treaty to define the relationship between the Protectorate and the Empire going forward, securing the freedoms of the orcs and addressing any lingering concerns of the Freeborn of Feroz.		Following the successes of the last couple of seasons, Commander Gallum has sent a short message to the Imperial Consul indicating that some officers are coming to Anvil for the Summer Solstice. They're empowered to speak on his behalf, and on behalf of the Protectorate. This will present an opportunity to prepare a treaty to define the relationship between the Protectorate and the Empire going forward, securing the freedoms of the orcs and addressing any lingering concerns of the Freeborn of Feroz.

	The emissaries are expected to arrive at Anvil at eight in the evening on Saturday. They will make their way to the Forge, which Gallum understands is the primary drinking hole and centre of social life at Anvil. There they would like to meet with the Imperial Consul (or an agent), '''Garviel i Adrina i Erigo''' the [[Senator]] of [[Feroz]], '''Khalil i Carno i Guerra''' the holder of the [[Broken Shore Bounty]], and if possible a representative of both the [[Military Council]] and the [[Conclave]]. The latter has been requested by Wind Lord ~~Saorise~~, as she has briefed one of the visitors in line with her interests and concerns.		The emissaries are expected to arrive at Anvil at eight in the evening on Saturday. They will make their way to the Forge, which Gallum understands is the primary drinking hole and centre of social life at Anvil. There they would like to meet with the Imperial Consul (or an agent), '''Garviel i Adrina i Erigo''' the [[Senator]] of [[Feroz]], '''Khalil i Carno i Guerra''' the holder of the [[Broken Shore Bounty]], and if possible a representative of both the [[Military Council]] and the [[Conclave]]. The latter has been requested by Wind Lord Saoirse, as she has briefed one of the visitors in line with her interests and concerns.
	{{SOP\|statement=To promote the prosperity of Feroz, we encourage the Freeborn to trade with their neighbours in the Protectorate of Morajasse.\|by=Malaki, Freeborn Assembly\|vote=Upheld (102-10)\|when=Summer Solstice 388YE\|size=small}}		{{SOP\|statement=To promote the prosperity of Feroz, we encourage the Freeborn to trade with their neighbours in the Protectorate of Morajasse.\|by=Malaki, Freeborn Assembly\|vote=Upheld (102-10)\|when=Summer Solstice 388YE\|size=small}}
	===Spice Gardens===		===Spice Gardens===
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	* '''The Thule are expanding their domain into the Forest of Ulnak, and are at war with the Druj		* '''The Thule are expanding their domain into the Forest of Ulnak, and are at war with the Druj
	* '''Kindra Surefoot of Wintermark is the Ambassador to Otkodov		* '''Kindra Surefoot of Wintermark is the Ambassador to Otkodov
	The [[Thule]] of [[Otkodov]] live in cold lands to the north of the Empire. They share a long mountainous border with [[Wintermark]], the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], and [[Varushka]]. Their magocratic nation is ruled by the five [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]]; five allegedly immortal orc ~~sorcerors~~. For much of Imperial history, they were at war with the Empire. In recent years, a series of treaties have secured peace - mostly by [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|ceding]] parts of the northern Imperial nations. It is not a universally ''popular'' peace.		The [[Thule]] of [[Otkodov]] live in cold lands to the north of the Empire. They share a long mountainous border with [[Wintermark]], the [[Imperial Orcs\|Unshackled]], and [[Varushka]]. Their magocratic nation is ruled by the five [[Thule_lore#Dragons\|Dragons]]; five allegedly immortal orc sorcerers. For much of Imperial history, they were at war with the Empire. In recent years, a series of treaties have secured peace - mostly by [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|ceding]] parts of the northern Imperial nations. It is not a universally ''popular'' peace.

	For now, though, peace endures. [[Dawn]] and [[Navarr]] send shipments of food north to help feed the people of Otkodov and support their armies. It is illegal to preach the Way of Virtue in Otkodov to their citizens. For their part the Thule agree to share the [[white granite]] of the [[Night Quarry]]; pay for the food delivered to them; and ensure Imperial access to the		For now, though, peace endures. [[Dawn]] and [[Navarr]] send shipments of food north to help feed the people of Otkodov and support their armies. It is illegal to preach the Way of Virtue in Otkodov to their citizens. For their part the Thule agree to share the [[white granite]] of the [[Night Quarry]]; pay for the food delivered to them; and ensure Imperial access to the
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	* '''They have apparently sent a private response to Starlight Starchaser		* '''They have apparently sent a private response to Starlight Starchaser
	* '''The Ambassador to the Grendel is Starlight Starchaser of Urizen		* '''The Ambassador to the Grendel is Starlight Starchaser of Urizen
	And finally... By all accounts Speaker Morna is a little surprised to hear from '''Starlight Starchaser''', the offical [[Ambassador to the Grendel]]. With the [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Abrogation\|abrogation]] of the [[embassy]] in [[Redoubt#Cargo\|Cargo]], he had assumed the ambassador had lost their position as well. Surely the Ambassador cannot expect the Grendel to take an Imperial diplomat without a palace seriously? Beyond suing for peace, what is the value of a pauper ~~ambasador~~?		And finally... By all accounts Speaker Morna is a little surprised to hear from '''Starlight Starchaser''', the offical [[Ambassador to the Grendel]]. With the [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Abrogation\|abrogation]] of the [[embassy]] in [[Redoubt#Cargo\|Cargo]], he had assumed the ambassador had lost their position as well. Surely the Ambassador cannot expect the Grendel to take an Imperial diplomat without a palace seriously? Beyond suing for peace, what is the value of a pauper ambassador?

	All that said, however, Speaker Morna notes that Starlight ~~Starchase~~ has sent an interesting missive and plans to reply to them directly rather than via their presumably non-~~existant~~ staff.		All that said, however, Speaker Morna notes that Starlight Starchaser has sent an interesting missive and plans to reply to them directly rather than via their presumably non-existent staff.