Pebbles drawn from a heap - Revision history

Twiggy at 15:42, 20 February 2026

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	"And why would a Grendel merchant want to give us a gift?" Theodota eyes flashed, his anger barely in thrall to his poise as he addressed the orc. She stared at him for a moment, weighing him up, and then dismissed him. She turned brusquely away, matching his rudeness by ignoring him completely, as if daring him to address her again.		"And why would a Grendel merchant want to give us a gift?" Theodota eyes flashed, his anger barely in thrall to his poise as he addressed the orc. She stared at him for a moment, weighing him up, and then dismissed him. She turned brusquely away, matching his rudeness by ignoring him completely, as if daring him to address her again.

	"I'm not sure how things are done in the Empire," she said, her attention fully focused on ~~Cleila~~ again. "But a small gift is an entirely reasonable way to start a negotiation. Especially between people who don't like each other. It's a helpful social nicety. Nothing more. Also an acknowledgement of how cold your waiting chamber was and how little I appreciated being kept waiting in it."		"I'm not sure how things are done in the Empire," she said, her attention fully focused on Clelia again. "But a small gift is an entirely reasonable way to start a negotiation. Especially between people who don't like each other. It's a helpful social nicety. Nothing more. Also an acknowledgement of how cold your waiting chamber was and how little I appreciated being kept waiting in it."

	She had abandoned her previous slightly deferential approach and was speaking to ~~Cleila~~ candidly, almost as to an equal. The arbiter found it refreshing.		She had abandoned her previous slightly deferential approach and was speaking to Clelia candidly, almost as to an equal. The arbiter found it refreshing.

	"Take the carpet, or not, as you see fit. I'm not here about carpets. I'm here because you have something I need. I cannot face a year of nightmares for myself or my staff, it's exhausting. Worse, that feeling of insignificance in the face of the... the place in Screed? It's just unacceptable. I need someone to ward my estate and I understand that you are the people to talk to."		"Take the carpet, or not, as you see fit. I'm not here about carpets. I'm here because you have something I need. I cannot face a year of nightmares for myself or my staff, it's exhausting. Worse, that feeling of insignificance in the face of the... the place in Screed? It's just unacceptable. I need someone to ward my estate and I understand that you are the people to talk to."

	Theodota bristled at the Grendel's words, especially her reference to her estate, but ~~Celila~~ made a subtle gesture with her finger that quieted the big sentinel's ire.		Theodota bristled at the Grendel's words, especially her reference to her estate, but Celia made a subtle gesture with her finger that quieted the big sentinel's ire.

	"Very well, let us talk. Perhaps in my offices which you will be pleased to hear already have quite a thick carpet and are not at all chilly. I must warn you though, you aren't the first Grendel to speak to us and your predecessors have been quite persuasive."		"Very well, let us talk. Perhaps in my offices which you will be pleased to hear already have quite a thick carpet and are not at all chilly. I must warn you though, you aren't the first Grendel to speak to us and your predecessors have been quite persuasive."

	"I too can be persuasive," said the merchant, mounting the stairs towards ~~Cleila~~. "And by persuasive I of course mean 'I am very rich and will pay whatever it damn well takes for a good night's sleep'. I may not the first Grendel to speak with you, but by Salt and Sand I intend to be the ''last'' Grendel you speak to. At least until your people have finished warding my estate."</ic>		"I too can be persuasive," said the merchant, mounting the stairs towards Clelia. "And by persuasive I of course mean 'I am very rich and will pay whatever it damn well takes for a good night's sleep'. I may not the first Grendel to speak with you, but by Salt and Sand I intend to be the ''last'' Grendel you speak to. At least until your people have finished warding my estate."</ic>
	<div style="float:left; width: 450px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Nicassia.jpg \|title=Urizen General\|caption=The Citadel Guard are once again receiving sufficient support, and are no longer risking deterioration. For now. \|align=right\|width=450}}</div>		<div style="float:left; width: 450px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Nicassia.jpg \|title=Urizen General\|caption=The Citadel Guard are once again receiving sufficient support, and are no longer risking deterioration. For now. \|align=right\|width=450}}</div>
	{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYR7ek8Fe1s}}		{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYR7ek8Fe1s}}

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

2026-01-15T16:45:38Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Conclave" to "[[Conclave"

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	The Urizen National Assembly [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_43\|upheld a mandate]] encouraging the people of Spiral to cooperate and trade with the Grendel. It was enacted by '''Alcuin of Urizen'''. Furthermore, it was supported by [[Cardinal of Loyalty\|Cardinal]] '''Veikko Bondforger''', and the Assembly of Loyalty, who urged the people of Spiral to [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_89\|cleave to the loyalty of their hearts]], enhancing the impact the mandate has had.		The Urizen National Assembly [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_43\|upheld a mandate]] encouraging the people of Spiral to cooperate and trade with the Grendel. It was enacted by '''Alcuin of Urizen'''. Furthermore, it was supported by [[Cardinal of Loyalty\|Cardinal]] '''Veikko Bondforger''', and the Assembly of Loyalty, who urged the people of Spiral to [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_89\|cleave to the loyalty of their hearts]], enhancing the impact the mandate has had.
	{{SOP\|statement=It would lack Vigilance to surrender the secrets of the mithril block, knowing that it is the sole reason for the Grendel to guarantee the safety of Imperial citizens in their lands. It would lack Wisdom to refuse the protection of the mithril block, knowing that doing so would encourage the Grendel to destroy it. Therefore, Urizen citizens should work to expand the protection of the block to Grendel settlements without explaining its inner workings. Look to protect one settlement of the governor's choice at no cost, but seek payment as a fair price for any additional protections.\|by=Tarquinius\|vote=102-28\|when=Winter Solstice 383YE}}		{{SOP\|statement=It would lack Vigilance to surrender the secrets of the mithril block, knowing that it is the sole reason for the Grendel to guarantee the safety of Imperial citizens in their lands. It would lack Wisdom to refuse the protection of the mithril block, knowing that doing so would encourage the Grendel to destroy it. Therefore, Urizen citizens should work to expand the protection of the block to Grendel settlements without explaining its inner workings. Look to protect one settlement of the governor's choice at no cost, but seek payment as a fair price for any additional protections.\|by=Tarquinius\|vote=102-28\|when=Winter Solstice 383YE}}
	There were two also additional statements that have influenced the outcome. The first came from the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]], where a [[declaration]] of [[concord]] from '''Palaphon Ankarien''' established the position that [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Aiding_Grendel_is_Sorcery\|sharing magical secrets with the Grendel]] would be viewed as a potential act of [[sorcery]]. The second was a [[statement of principle]] raised by '''Tarquinius''' in the Urizen assembly. While it did not receive a [[greater majority]], it presented a way for the citizens of Spiral to both cooperate with the Grendel but avoid accusations of sorcery.		There were two also additional statements that have influenced the outcome. The first came from the [[Conclave]], where a [[declaration]] of [[concord]] from '''Palaphon Ankarien''' established the position that [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Aiding_Grendel_is_Sorcery\|sharing magical secrets with the Grendel]] would be viewed as a potential act of [[sorcery]]. The second was a [[statement of principle]] raised by '''Tarquinius''' in the Urizen assembly. While it did not receive a [[greater majority]], it presented a way for the citizens of Spiral to both cooperate with the Grendel but avoid accusations of sorcery.

	Treading a middle route, and inspired to examine their bonds of [[Loyalty]], the citizens of Spiral agree to grant the mithril wards powered by [[Spiral#The_Block\|the Block]] that protect against the {{Black Plateau}} - but only to the Salt Lord's palace in Apulian. If the Grendel want to build any other settlements in the territory, they will need to pay Urizen magicians and architects to assist them in providing the warding. Despite some initial concern that the orcs may react badly, the Grendel cheerfully accept this proposal. Indeed, as one messenger indiscreetly asserts, it comes as something of a relief to the small number of masters of [[Day magic\|Sky Lore]] in the Salt Lord's court because now they can continue to focus on their magic and not spend their entire time haring around Spiral warding buildings.		Treading a middle route, and inspired to examine their bonds of [[Loyalty]], the citizens of Spiral agree to grant the mithril wards powered by [[Spiral#The_Block\|the Block]] that protect against the {{Black Plateau}} - but only to the Salt Lord's palace in Apulian. If the Grendel want to build any other settlements in the territory, they will need to pay Urizen magicians and architects to assist them in providing the warding. Despite some initial concern that the orcs may react badly, the Grendel cheerfully accept this proposal. Indeed, as one messenger indiscreetly asserts, it comes as something of a relief to the small number of masters of [[Day magic\|Sky Lore]] in the Salt Lord's court because now they can continue to focus on their magic and not spend their entire time haring around Spiral warding buildings.

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

2026-01-15T14:52:45Z

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

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	<tr><td>36 crowns</td><td>18 random ingots, 18 tempest jade</td></tr></table></div>		<tr><td>36 crowns</td><td>18 random ingots, 18 tempest jade</td></tr></table></div>
	Her proposal is that the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] recognise a ''Spiral Envoy''. This would require a [[Senate motion]] and would create an [[Imperial title]] that would be responsible for ensuring good trade relations with the Grendel in Spiral and where needed, liaising with their opposite number in Apulian. This would be an Urizen national position, and the civil service suggest the [[New_Imperial_titles#Well_Worn_Paths\|well worn path]] would be to appoint it annually by the [[Tally of the Votes]] (a vote by Urizen mana site owners).		Her proposal is that the [[Senate]] recognise a ''Spiral Envoy''. This would require a [[Senate motion]] and would create an [[Imperial title]] that would be responsible for ensuring good trade relations with the Grendel in Spiral and where needed, liaising with their opposite number in Apulian. This would be an Urizen national position, and the civil service suggest the [[New_Imperial_titles#Well_Worn_Paths\|well worn path]] would be to appoint it annually by the [[Tally of the Votes]] (a vote by Urizen mana site owners).

	While the ''Spiral Envoy'' would not receive the powers of an ambassador (those would continue to lie with the Imperial Fleetmaster), it's likely that they would be the first port-of-call for merchants from Spiral with opportunities or problems. They would receive preferential treatment from both Urizen and Grendel traders, gaining the ability to purchase materials via a [[ministry]].		While the ''Spiral Envoy'' would not receive the powers of an ambassador (those would continue to lie with the Imperial Fleetmaster), it's likely that they would be the first port-of-call for merchants from Spiral with opportunities or problems. They would receive preferential treatment from both Urizen and Grendel traders, gaining the ability to purchase materials via a [[ministry]].

Twiggy at 15:03, 21 August 2025

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	==The Spiral Envoy==		==The Spiral Envoy==
	* '''The Imperial Senate could appoint an Urizen to serve as special trade envoy to the court of Salt Lord Kaliact'''		* '''The Imperial Senate could appoint an Urizen to serve as special trade envoy to the court of Salt Lord Kaliact'''
	* '''No commission or materials are required, just an Imperial Senate motion to ~~authorize~~ the creation of the title'''		* '''No commission or materials are required, just an Imperial Senate motion to authorise the creation of the title'''
	* '''The Envoy would oversee two ministries - one dealing with traders the other with the exchange of white granite for mithril'''		* '''The Envoy would oversee two ministries - one dealing with traders the other with the exchange of white granite for mithril'''
	With a metaphorical sigh of relief that there is going to be a peaceful transition of power in Spiral, Grendel merchants begin to visit Urizen spires. They also take the opportunity to travel through the [[Spiral#The_Three_Passes\|western passes]] - the Onyx Path and the Crow Road - into Redoubt. The tariffs they must pay at the border are an annoyance, but they are prepared to accept them if it means they can gain access to the lucrative mana and metals of Urizen (and receive a welcome respite from the grinding atmosphere of Spiral). Urizen merchants are in turn encouraged to make the trek to Apulian, and trade with the Grendel there. At the moment everything is operating on a reasonably ''ad hoc'' basis, and the Salt Lord is keen to see a little order brought to the arrangements. Rather than deal with the [[Imperial Fleet Master]], she would prefer for the Urizen to appoint someone to deal specifically with her - or more correctly with a representative of her court who would be responsible for ensuring trade continues to run smoothly.		With a metaphorical sigh of relief that there is going to be a peaceful transition of power in Spiral, Grendel merchants begin to visit Urizen spires. They also take the opportunity to travel through the [[Spiral#The_Three_Passes\|western passes]] - the Onyx Path and the Crow Road - into Redoubt. The tariffs they must pay at the border are an annoyance, but they are prepared to accept them if it means they can gain access to the lucrative mana and metals of Urizen (and receive a welcome respite from the grinding atmosphere of Spiral). Urizen merchants are in turn encouraged to make the trek to Apulian, and trade with the Grendel there. At the moment everything is operating on a reasonably ''ad hoc'' basis, and the Salt Lord is keen to see a little order brought to the arrangements. Rather than deal with the [[Imperial Fleet Master]], she would prefer for the Urizen to appoint someone to deal specifically with her - or more correctly with a representative of her court who would be responsible for ensuring trade continues to run smoothly.

Twiggy: /* Overview */

2025-08-21T00:31:54Z

Overview

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	{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYR7ek8Fe1s}}		{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYR7ek8Fe1s}}
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The [[Ratify_treaty_with_the_Grendel_Autumn_383YE\|Grendel peace treaty]] ceded the remaining Imperial regions of Spiral to the orcs. They now control the entire territory. Unlike in Feroz, however, the governor of Spiral - ''Salt Lord Kaliact'' - appears to be taking a more hands-off approach to the conquered populace. During the ~~Wonter~~ Solstice, she [[From the sieve of your hands\|offered several concessions]] to the Urizen, with her primary concern being that access to the [[mithril]] of the [[Legacy]] continue uninterrupted by the Empire or by the malign forces of the {{Black Plateau}}. In return, among other things, she was happy for the people of Spiral to continue supporting the [[Citadel Guard]] - reversing its current decline.		The [[Ratify_treaty_with_the_Grendel_Autumn_383YE\|Grendel peace treaty]] ceded the remaining Imperial regions of Spiral to the orcs. They now control the entire territory. Unlike in Feroz, however, the governor of Spiral - ''Salt Lord Kaliact'' - appears to be taking a more hands-off approach to the conquered populace. During the Winter Solstice, she [[From the sieve of your hands\|offered several concessions]] to the Urizen, with her primary concern being that access to the [[mithril]] of the [[Legacy]] continue uninterrupted by the Empire or by the malign forces of the {{Black Plateau}}. In return, among other things, she was happy for the people of Spiral to continue supporting the [[Citadel Guard]] - reversing its current decline.

	==Safety from the Storm==		==Safety from the Storm==
	* '''The Urizen have reached a compromise with the Grendel regarding the protection of orc settlements'''		* '''The Urizen have reached a compromise with the Grendel regarding the protection of orc settlements'''

Twiggy at 21:14, 12 August 2025

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	<tr><td>36 crowns</td><td>18 random ingots, 18 tempest jade</td></tr></table></div>		<tr><td>36 crowns</td><td>18 random ingots, 18 tempest jade</td></tr></table></div>
	Her proposal is that the [[Imperial Senate]] recognise a ''Spiral Envoy''. This would require a [[Senate motion]] and would create an [[Imperial title]] that would be responsible for ensuring good trade relations with the Grendel in Spiral and where needed, ~~liasing~~ with their opposite number in Apulian. This would be an Urizen national position, and the civil service suggest the [[New_Imperial_titles#Well_Worn_Paths\|well worn path]] would be to appoint it annually by the [[Tally of the Votes]] (a vote by Urizen mana site owners).		Her proposal is that the [[Imperial Senate]] recognise a ''Spiral Envoy''. This would require a [[Senate motion]] and would create an [[Imperial title]] that would be responsible for ensuring good trade relations with the Grendel in Spiral and where needed, liaising with their opposite number in Apulian. This would be an Urizen national position, and the civil service suggest the [[New_Imperial_titles#Well_Worn_Paths\|well worn path]] would be to appoint it annually by the [[Tally of the Votes]] (a vote by Urizen mana site owners).

	While the ''Spiral Envoy'' would not receive the powers of an ambassador (those would continue to lie with the Imperial Fleetmaster), it's likely that they would be the first port-of-call for merchants from Spiral with opportunities or problems. They would receive preferential treatment from both Urizen and Grendel traders, gaining the ability to purchase materials via a [[ministry]].		While the ''Spiral Envoy'' would not receive the powers of an ambassador (those would continue to lie with the Imperial Fleetmaster), it's likely that they would be the first port-of-call for merchants from Spiral with opportunities or problems. They would receive preferential treatment from both Urizen and Grendel traders, gaining the ability to purchase materials via a [[ministry]].

Twiggy at 13:18, 16 July 2025

2025-07-16T13:18:57Z

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	{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYR7ek8Fe1s}}		{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYR7ek8Fe1s}}
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The [[Ratify_treaty_with_the_Grendel_Autumn_383YE\|Grendel peace treaty]] ceded the remaining Imperial regions of Spiral to the orcs. They now control the entire territory. Unlike in Feroz, however, the governor of Spiral - ''Salt Lord Kaliact'' - appears to be taking a more hands-off approach to the conquered populace. During the ~~WInter~~ Solstice, she [[From the sieve of your hands\|offered several concessions]] to the Urizen, with her primary concern being that access to the [[mithril]] of the [[Legacy]] continue uninterrupted by the Empire or by the malign forces of the {{Black Plateau}}. In return, among other things, she was happy for the people of Spiral to continue supporting the [[Citadel Guard]] - reversing its current decline.		The [[Ratify_treaty_with_the_Grendel_Autumn_383YE\|Grendel peace treaty]] ceded the remaining Imperial regions of Spiral to the orcs. They now control the entire territory. Unlike in Feroz, however, the governor of Spiral - ''Salt Lord Kaliact'' - appears to be taking a more hands-off approach to the conquered populace. During the Wonter Solstice, she [[From the sieve of your hands\|offered several concessions]] to the Urizen, with her primary concern being that access to the [[mithril]] of the [[Legacy]] continue uninterrupted by the Empire or by the malign forces of the {{Black Plateau}}. In return, among other things, she was happy for the people of Spiral to continue supporting the [[Citadel Guard]] - reversing its current decline.
	==Safety from the Storm==		==Safety from the Storm==
	* '''The Urizen have reached a compromise with the Grendel regarding the protection of orc settlements'''		* '''The Urizen have reached a compromise with the Grendel regarding the protection of orc settlements'''

Novemberalice at 09:38, 19 April 2023

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	"I too can be persuasive," said the merchant, mounting the stairs towards Cleila. "And by persuasive I of course mean 'I am very rich and will pay whatever it damn well takes for a good night's sleep'. I may not the first Grendel to speak with you, but by Salt and Sand I intend to be the ''last'' Grendel you speak to. At least until your people have finished warding my estate."</ic>		"I too can be persuasive," said the merchant, mounting the stairs towards Cleila. "And by persuasive I of course mean 'I am very rich and will pay whatever it damn well takes for a good night's sleep'. I may not the first Grendel to speak with you, but by Salt and Sand I intend to be the ''last'' Grendel you speak to. At least until your people have finished warding my estate."</ic>
	<div style="float:left; width: 450px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Nicassia.jpg \|title=Urizen General\|caption=The Citadel Guard are once again receiving sufficient support, and are no longer risking deterioration. For now. \|align=right\|width=450}}</div>		<div style="float:left; width: 450px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Nicassia.jpg \|title=Urizen General\|caption=The Citadel Guard are once again receiving sufficient support, and are no longer risking deterioration. For now. \|align=right\|width=450}}</div>
			{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYR7ek8Fe1s}}
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The [[Ratify_treaty_with_the_Grendel_Autumn_383YE\|Grendel peace treaty]] ceded the remaining Imperial regions of Spiral to the orcs. They now control the entire territory. Unlike in Feroz, however, the governor of Spiral - ''Salt Lord Kaliact'' - appears to be taking a more hands-off approach to the conquered populace. During the WInter Solstice, she [[From the sieve of your hands\|offered several concessions]] to the Urizen, with her primary concern being that access to the [[mithril]] of the [[Legacy]] continue uninterrupted by the Empire or by the malign forces of the {{Black Plateau}}. In return, among other things, she was happy for the people of Spiral to continue supporting the [[Citadel Guard]] - reversing its current decline.		The [[Ratify_treaty_with_the_Grendel_Autumn_383YE\|Grendel peace treaty]] ceded the remaining Imperial regions of Spiral to the orcs. They now control the entire territory. Unlike in Feroz, however, the governor of Spiral - ''Salt Lord Kaliact'' - appears to be taking a more hands-off approach to the conquered populace. During the WInter Solstice, she [[From the sieve of your hands\|offered several concessions]] to the Urizen, with her primary concern being that access to the [[mithril]] of the [[Legacy]] continue uninterrupted by the Empire or by the malign forces of the {{Black Plateau}}. In return, among other things, she was happy for the people of Spiral to continue supporting the [[Citadel Guard]] - reversing its current decline.

Rafferty: /* North Mareave Trading Consortium */

2022-07-22T15:42:27Z

North Mareave Trading Consortium

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	==North Mareave Trading Consortium==		==North Mareave Trading Consortium==
	* '''The Grendel are keen to purchase white granite and weirwood'''		* '''The Grendel are keen to purchase white granite and weirwood'''
			This opportunity has been modified as described in the '''[[What%27s_good_for_me#North_Mareave_Trading_Consortium\|What's good for me]]''' Summer 384YE wind of fortune
	Salt Lord Kaliact controls the Legacy, but the interests of the Grendel do not focus entirely on mithril. Since the Winter Solstice, and some cautious negotiations between spires and opportunistic Grendel traders, a flurry of messages sent to the owners of weirwood and mithril Bourse seats across the Empire. Most have originated with a group calling themselves the ''Northern Mareave Trading Consortium'', which appears to be a group of entrepreneurs and investors and includes representatives of several wealthy Grendel families alongside agents of the Salt Lords.		Salt Lord Kaliact controls the Legacy, but the interests of the Grendel do not focus entirely on mithril. Since the Winter Solstice, and some cautious negotiations between spires and opportunistic Grendel traders, a flurry of messages sent to the owners of weirwood and mithril Bourse seats across the Empire. Most have originated with a group calling themselves the ''Northern Mareave Trading Consortium'', which appears to be a group of entrepreneurs and investors and includes representatives of several wealthy Grendel families alongside agents of the Salt Lords.

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	'''OOC Note:''' Any character can take advantage of this offer by sending a Winged Messenger to the provided address detailing how much of which resource(s) they wish to trade, and ensuring the Bourse materials are in their inventory. We will then remove the resources from their inventory, and reimburse them with the appropriate amount of money.		'''OOC Note:''' Any character can take advantage of this offer by sending a Winged Messenger to the provided address detailing how much of which resource(s) they wish to trade, and ensuring the Bourse materials are in their inventory. We will then remove the resources from their inventory, and reimburse them with the appropriate amount of money.
	<div style="float:right; width: 300px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=WingedMessenger.png\|caption=''Rahuun Amahuz'', the leader of the Circle of Black Sand, has established their coven in Apulus. They are keen to hear from the Grandmaster of the Golden Pyramid or the Celestial Arch about trade in magical rituals and a [[Call Winged Messenger\|Winged Messenger]] can be sent to them in ''Apulian, Apulus, Spiral''.\|align=right\|width=300}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 300px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=WingedMessenger.png\|caption=''Rahuun Amahuz'', the leader of the Circle of Black Sand, has established their coven in Apulus. They are keen to hear from the Grandmaster of the Golden Pyramid or the Celestial Arch about trade in magical rituals and a [[Call Winged Messenger\|Winged Messenger]] can be sent to them in ''Apulian, Apulus, Spiral''.\|align=right\|width=300}}</div>

	==The Circle of Black Sand==		==The Circle of Black Sand==
	* '''A group of Grendel magicians wish to negotiate an exchange of ritual lore'''		* '''A group of Grendel magicians wish to negotiate an exchange of ritual lore'''

Rafferty: /* The Spiral Envoy */

2022-06-27T13:06:56Z

The Spiral Envoy

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	==The Spiral Envoy==		==The Spiral Envoy==
	* '''The Imperial Senate could appoint an Urizen to serve as special trade envoy to the court of Salt Lord Kaliact'''		* '''The Imperial Senate could appoint an Urizen to serve as special trade envoy to the court of Salt Lord Kaliact'''
	* '''No commission or materials are required, just an Imperial Senate motion to authorize the creation of the ~~titles~~'''		* '''No commission or materials are required, just an Imperial Senate motion to authorize the creation of the title'''
	* '''The Envoy would oversee two ministries - one dealing with traders the other with the exchange of white granite for mithril'''		* '''The Envoy would oversee two ministries - one dealing with traders the other with the exchange of white granite for mithril'''
	With a metaphorical sigh of relief that there is going to be a peaceful transition of power in Spiral, Grendel merchants begin to visit Urizen spires. They also take the opportunity to travel through the [[Spiral#The_Three_Passes\|western passes]] - the Onyx Path and the Crow Road - into Redoubt. The tariffs they must pay at the border are an annoyance, but they are prepared to accept them if it means they can gain access to the lucrative mana and metals of Urizen (and receive a welcome respite from the grinding atmosphere of Spiral). Urizen merchants are in turn encouraged to make the trek to Apulian, and trade with the Grendel there. At the moment everything is operating on a reasonably ''ad hoc'' basis, and the Salt Lord is keen to see a little order brought to the arrangements. Rather than deal with the [[Imperial Fleet Master]], she would prefer for the Urizen to appoint someone to deal specifically with her - or more correctly with a representative of her court who would be responsible for ensuring trade continues to run smoothly.		With a metaphorical sigh of relief that there is going to be a peaceful transition of power in Spiral, Grendel merchants begin to visit Urizen spires. They also take the opportunity to travel through the [[Spiral#The_Three_Passes\|western passes]] - the Onyx Path and the Crow Road - into Redoubt. The tariffs they must pay at the border are an annoyance, but they are prepared to accept them if it means they can gain access to the lucrative mana and metals of Urizen (and receive a welcome respite from the grinding atmosphere of Spiral). Urizen merchants are in turn encouraged to make the trek to Apulian, and trade with the Grendel there. At the moment everything is operating on a reasonably ''ad hoc'' basis, and the Salt Lord is keen to see a little order brought to the arrangements. Rather than deal with the [[Imperial Fleet Master]], she would prefer for the Urizen to appoint someone to deal specifically with her - or more correctly with a representative of her court who would be responsible for ensuring trade continues to run smoothly.

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	The Urizen National Assembly [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_43\|upheld a mandate]] encouraging the people of Spiral to cooperate and trade with the Grendel. It was enacted by '''Alcuin of Urizen'''. Furthermore, it was supported by [[Cardinal of Loyalty\|Cardinal]] '''Veikko Bondforger''', and the Assembly of Loyalty, who urged the people of Spiral to [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_89\|cleave to the loyalty of their hearts]], enhancing the impact the mandate has had.		The Urizen National Assembly [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_43\|upheld a mandate]] encouraging the people of Spiral to cooperate and trade with the Grendel. It was enacted by '''Alcuin of Urizen'''. Furthermore, it was supported by [[Cardinal of Loyalty\|Cardinal]] '''Veikko Bondforger''', and the Assembly of Loyalty, who urged the people of Spiral to [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Synod_judgements#Judgement_89\|cleave to the loyalty of their hearts]], enhancing the impact the mandate has had.
	{{SOP\|statement=It would lack Vigilance to surrender the secrets of the mithril block, knowing that it is the sole reason for the Grendel to guarantee the safety of Imperial citizens in their lands. It would lack Wisdom to refuse the protection of the mithril block, knowing that doing so would encourage the Grendel to destroy it. Therefore, Urizen citizens should work to expand the protection of the block to Grendel settlements without explaining its inner workings. Look to protect one settlement of the governor's choice at no cost, but seek payment as a fair price for any additional protections.\|by=Tarquinius\|vote=102-28\|when=Winter Solstice 383YE}}		{{SOP\|statement=It would lack Vigilance to surrender the secrets of the mithril block, knowing that it is the sole reason for the Grendel to guarantee the safety of Imperial citizens in their lands. It would lack Wisdom to refuse the protection of the mithril block, knowing that doing so would encourage the Grendel to destroy it. Therefore, Urizen citizens should work to expand the protection of the block to Grendel settlements without explaining its inner workings. Look to protect one settlement of the governor's choice at no cost, but seek payment as a fair price for any additional protections.\|by=Tarquinius\|vote=102-28\|when=Winter Solstice 383YE}}
	There were two also additional statements that have influenced the outcome. The first came from the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]], where a [[declaration]] of [[concord]] from '''Palaphon Ankarien''' established the position that [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Aiding_Grendel_is_Sorcery\|sharing magical secrets with the Grendel]] would be viewed as a potential act of [[sorcery]]. The second was a [[statement of principle]] raised by '''Tarquinius''' in the Urizen assembly. While it did not receive a [[greater majority]], it presented a way for the citizens of Spiral to both cooperate with the Grendel but avoid accusations of sorcery.		There were two also additional statements that have influenced the outcome. The first came from the [[Conclave]], where a [[declaration]] of [[concord]] from '''Palaphon Ankarien''' established the position that [[383YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Aiding_Grendel_is_Sorcery\|sharing magical secrets with the Grendel]] would be viewed as a potential act of [[sorcery]]. The second was a [[statement of principle]] raised by '''Tarquinius''' in the Urizen assembly. While it did not receive a [[greater majority]], it presented a way for the citizens of Spiral to both cooperate with the Grendel but avoid accusations of sorcery.

	Treading a middle route, and inspired to examine their bonds of [[Loyalty]], the citizens of Spiral agree to grant the mithril wards powered by [[Spiral#The_Block\|the Block]] that protect against the {{Black Plateau}} - but only to the Salt Lord's palace in Apulian. If the Grendel want to build any other settlements in the territory, they will need to pay Urizen magicians and architects to assist them in providing the warding. Despite some initial concern that the orcs may react badly, the Grendel cheerfully accept this proposal. Indeed, as one messenger indiscreetly asserts, it comes as something of a relief to the small number of masters of [[Day magic\|Sky Lore]] in the Salt Lord's court because now they can continue to focus on their magic and not spend their entire time haring around Spiral warding buildings.		Treading a middle route, and inspired to examine their bonds of [[Loyalty]], the citizens of Spiral agree to grant the mithril wards powered by [[Spiral#The_Block\|the Block]] that protect against the {{Black Plateau}} - but only to the Salt Lord's palace in Apulian. If the Grendel want to build any other settlements in the territory, they will need to pay Urizen magicians and architects to assist them in providing the warding. Despite some initial concern that the orcs may react badly, the Grendel cheerfully accept this proposal. Indeed, as one messenger indiscreetly asserts, it comes as something of a relief to the small number of masters of [[Day magic\|Sky Lore]] in the Salt Lord's court because now they can continue to focus on their magic and not spend their entire time haring around Spiral warding buildings.