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	<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;"><quote by="Sepharad, Mandate, Autumn Equinox 382YE">The Assembly of Nine have made the only virtuous response to Asavea abundantly clear. We send Sepharad with 50 liao to urge every vigilant Pilgrim to take notice of those citizens whose virtue is lacking let us provide the Cardinal of Vigilance and the Imperatrix with the names of every citizen who chose to turn aside from the Way.</quote></div>		<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;"><quote by="Sepharad, Mandate, Autumn Equinox 382YE">The Assembly of Nine have made the only virtuous response to Asavea abundantly clear. We send Sepharad with 50 liao to urge every vigilant Pilgrim to take notice of those citizens whose virtue is lacking let us provide the Cardinal of Vigilance and the Imperatrix with the names of every citizen who chose to turn aside from the Way.</quote></div>

	Quite apart from the legal implications the [[Assembly#The Virtue Assemblies\|Assembly]] of [[Vigilance]] is taking a dim view of Imperial mercenaries traveling to fight in foreign wars when there are plenty of wars close to home. Thanks to a [[mandate]] enacted by Sepharad of [[Highguard groups#Felix.27s_Watch\|Felix's Watch]], the [[Cardinal]] of Vigilance and [[Empress Lisabetta\|Imperatrix]] both will receive lists of every Imperial [[military unit]] that has boarded a ship for Nemoria to aid in suppressing the northern uprising. These lists will continue to be created until the situation changes..		Quite apart from the legal implications the [[Assembly#The Virtue Assemblies\|Assembly]] of [[Vigilance]] is taking a dim view of Imperial mercenaries traveling to fight in foreign wars when there are plenty of wars close to home. Thanks to a [[mandate]] enacted by Sepharad of [[Highguard groups#Felix.27s_Watch\|Felix's Watch]], the [[Cardinal]] of Vigilance and [[Empress Lisabetta\|Imperatrix]] both will receive lists of every Imperial [[military unit]] that has boarded a ship for Nemoria to aid in suppressing the northern uprising. These lists will continue to be created until the situation changes.

	For their part, the Asavean Plenum has [[A_force_to_be_reckoned_with#Insurrection\|recognised concerns]] about what exactly Imperial citizens are doing in the Republic. Their Minister for Military Procurement (who is also the high priest of the Red God of War) has offered assurances that since the Autumn Equinox Imperial mercenaries are not being placed in positions where they will face insurrectionist forces directly. Instead they are being used in defensive positions well away from the front lines where they will be unlikely to engage revolutionary soldiers. They still perform a valuable service - their presence means that the Asaveans are able to move more of their own troops forward to support their legions against the rebels. Whether this will be sufficient to prevent charges being brought by the magistrates is not clear at this time.		For their part, the Asavean Plenum has [[A_force_to_be_reckoned_with#Insurrection\|recognised concerns]] about what exactly Imperial citizens are doing in the Republic. Their Minister for Military Procurement (who is also the high priest of the Red God of War) has offered assurances that since the Autumn Equinox Imperial mercenaries are not being placed in positions where they will face insurrectionist forces directly. Instead they are being used in defensive positions well away from the front lines where they will be unlikely to engage revolutionary soldiers. They still perform a valuable service - their presence means that the Asaveans are able to move more of their own troops forward to support their legions against the rebels. Whether this will be sufficient to prevent charges being brought by the magistrates is not clear at this time.

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	==An Asavean Rebuttal==		==An Asavean Rebuttal==
	''Lady Madrianna of the Blue Stones'' is a powerful figure in Asavean politics, who advises the Plenum on matters of international trade and liaises regularly with '''Jarrigk Orzel''', the Imperial [[Ambassador to Asavea]]. She is unsurprisingly keen to see the insurrection brought to a timely conclusion, and enthusiastic about ensuring Imperial support for her government. At her urging, the [[Sarvos#Asavean_Embassy\|Asavean Embassy]] in [[Sarvos]] has reached out to the [[~~Senate\|~~Senate]] and several prominent citizens to address what she perceives as a potential misunderstanding regarding the nature of the insurrection.		''Lady Madrianna of the Blue Stones'' is a powerful figure in Asavean politics, who advises the Plenum on matters of international trade and liaises regularly with '''Jarrigk Orzel''', the Imperial [[Ambassador to Asavea]]. She is unsurprisingly keen to see the insurrection brought to a timely conclusion, and enthusiastic about ensuring Imperial support for her government. At her urging, the [[Sarvos#Asavean_Embassy\|Asavean Embassy]] in [[Sarvos]] has reached out to the [[Senate]] and several prominent citizens to address what she perceives as a potential misunderstanding regarding the nature of the insurrection.

	The Asaveans seem concerned that the Empire might believe that the attempted secession was some sort of "slave uprising". The strongly held Imperial views about slavery are well known, and where possible Asavean merchants, diplomats, and visitors to the Empire try to respect them even though they do not agree with them. Lady Madrianna (and by extension the Asavean embassy) want to make it clear that there is no evidence that the insurrectionists have any intention of freeing their slaves. The Asaveans are clear - this is not a moral crusade against slavery, but a political disagreement, cynically encouraged by Sumaash agitators, designed to weaken Asavea. Scores of Asavean citizens have been ''murdered'' by the Insurrectionists. The Emphedoran rebels announced their betrayal by sealing the doors of the Temple of Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro in Telios and burning it to the ground with the priests and congregation still inside. Hundreds of innocent people burned alive by a handful of insurrectionists pursuing their own personal power at the expense of their own countryfolk.		The Asaveans seem concerned that the Empire might believe that the attempted secession was some sort of "slave uprising". The strongly held Imperial views about slavery are well known, and where possible Asavean merchants, diplomats, and visitors to the Empire try to respect them even though they do not agree with them. Lady Madrianna (and by extension the Asavean embassy) want to make it clear that there is no evidence that the insurrectionists have any intention of freeing their slaves. The Asaveans are clear - this is not a moral crusade against slavery, but a political disagreement, cynically encouraged by Sumaash agitators, designed to weaken Asavea. Scores of Asavean citizens have been ''murdered'' by the Insurrectionists. The Emphedoran rebels announced their betrayal by sealing the doors of the Temple of Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro in Telios and burning it to the ground with the priests and congregation still inside. Hundreds of innocent people burned alive by a handful of insurrectionists pursuing their own personal power at the expense of their own countryfolk.

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	==An Asavean Rebuttal==		==An Asavean Rebuttal==
	''Lady Madrianna of the Blue Stones'' is a powerful figure in Asavean politics, who advises the Plenum on matters of international trade and liaises regularly with '''Jarrigk Orzel''', the Imperial [[Ambassador to Asavea]]. She is unsurprisingly keen to see the insurrection brought to a timely conclusion, and enthusiastic about ensuring Imperial support for her government. At her urging, the [[Sarvos#Asavean_Embassy\|Asavean Embassy]] in [[Sarvos]] has reached out to the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate\|Senate]] and several prominent citizens to address what she perceives as a potential misunderstanding regarding the nature of the insurrection.		''Lady Madrianna of the Blue Stones'' is a powerful figure in Asavean politics, who advises the Plenum on matters of international trade and liaises regularly with '''Jarrigk Orzel''', the Imperial [[Ambassador to Asavea]]. She is unsurprisingly keen to see the insurrection brought to a timely conclusion, and enthusiastic about ensuring Imperial support for her government. At her urging, the [[Sarvos#Asavean_Embassy\|Asavean Embassy]] in [[Sarvos]] has reached out to the [[Senate\|Senate]] and several prominent citizens to address what she perceives as a potential misunderstanding regarding the nature of the insurrection.

	The Asaveans seem concerned that the Empire might believe that the attempted secession was some sort of "slave uprising". The strongly held Imperial views about slavery are well known, and where possible Asavean merchants, diplomats, and visitors to the Empire try to respect them even though they do not agree with them. Lady Madrianna (and by extension the Asavean embassy) want to make it clear that there is no evidence that the insurrectionists have any intention of freeing their slaves. The Asaveans are clear - this is not a moral crusade against slavery, but a political disagreement, cynically encouraged by Sumaash agitators, designed to weaken Asavea. Scores of Asavean citizens have been ''murdered'' by the Insurrectionists. The Emphedoran rebels announced their betrayal by sealing the doors of the Temple of Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro in Telios and burning it to the ground with the priests and congregation still inside. Hundreds of innocent people burned alive by a handful of insurrectionists pursuing their own personal power at the expense of their own countryfolk.		The Asaveans seem concerned that the Empire might believe that the attempted secession was some sort of "slave uprising". The strongly held Imperial views about slavery are well known, and where possible Asavean merchants, diplomats, and visitors to the Empire try to respect them even though they do not agree with them. Lady Madrianna (and by extension the Asavean embassy) want to make it clear that there is no evidence that the insurrectionists have any intention of freeing their slaves. The Asaveans are clear - this is not a moral crusade against slavery, but a political disagreement, cynically encouraged by Sumaash agitators, designed to weaken Asavea. Scores of Asavean citizens have been ''murdered'' by the Insurrectionists. The Emphedoran rebels announced their betrayal by sealing the doors of the Temple of Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro in Telios and burning it to the ground with the priests and congregation still inside. Hundreds of innocent people burned alive by a handful of insurrectionists pursuing their own personal power at the expense of their own countryfolk.
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	There are no specific mandates available this season to influence the situation in Asavea - if the Synod desires further opportunities they will need to present and support appropriate [[Statement of Principle\|statements]].		There are no specific mandates available this season to influence the situation in Asavea - if the Synod desires further opportunities they will need to present and support appropriate [[Statement of Principle\|statements]].
	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	The [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] passed a [[Senate motion\|motion]] making it legal for Imperial mercenaries to [[Legalise_Asavean_mercenary_work\|support ''either'' side]] in the ongoing conflict in Asavea.		The [[Senate]] passed a [[Senate motion\|motion]] making it legal for Imperial mercenaries to [[Legalise_Asavean_mercenary_work\|support ''either'' side]] in the ongoing conflict in Asavea.
	{{Asavean Links}}		{{Asavean Links}}

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	==An Asavean Rebuttal==		==An Asavean Rebuttal==
	''Lady Madrianna of the Blue Stones'' is a powerful figure in Asavean politics, who advises the Plenum on matters of international trade and ~~liases~~ regularly with '''Jarrigk Orzel''', the Imperial [[Ambassador to Asavea]]. She is unsurprisingly keen to see the insurrection brought to a timely conclusion, and enthusiastic about ensuring Imperial support for her government. At her urging, the [[Sarvos#Asavean_Embassy\|Asavean Embassy]] in [[Sarvos]] has reached out to the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] and several prominent citizens to address what she perceives as a potential misunderstanding regarding the nature of the insurrection.		''Lady Madrianna of the Blue Stones'' is a powerful figure in Asavean politics, who advises the Plenum on matters of international trade and liaises regularly with '''Jarrigk Orzel''', the Imperial [[Ambassador to Asavea]]. She is unsurprisingly keen to see the insurrection brought to a timely conclusion, and enthusiastic about ensuring Imperial support for her government. At her urging, the [[Sarvos#Asavean_Embassy\|Asavean Embassy]] in [[Sarvos]] has reached out to the [[Imperial Senate\|Senate]] and several prominent citizens to address what she perceives as a potential misunderstanding regarding the nature of the insurrection.

	The Asaveans seem concerned that the Empire might believe that the attempted secession was some sort of "slave uprising". The strongly held Imperial views about slavery are well known, and where possible Asavean merchants, diplomats, and visitors to the Empire try to respect them even though they do not agree with them. Lady Madrianna (and by extension the Asavean embassy) want to make it clear that there is no evidence that the insurrectionists have any intention of freeing their slaves. The Asaveans are clear - this is not a moral crusade against slavery, but a political disagreement, cynically encouraged by Sumaash agitators, designed to weaken Asavea. Scores of Asavean citizens have been ''murdered'' by the Insurrectionists. The Emphedoran rebels announced their betrayal by sealing the doors of the Temple of Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro in Telios and burning it to the ground with the priests and congregation still inside. Hundreds of innocent people burned alive by a handful of insurrectionists pursuing their own personal power at the expense of their own countryfolk.		The Asaveans seem concerned that the Empire might believe that the attempted secession was some sort of "slave uprising". The strongly held Imperial views about slavery are well known, and where possible Asavean merchants, diplomats, and visitors to the Empire try to respect them even though they do not agree with them. Lady Madrianna (and by extension the Asavean embassy) want to make it clear that there is no evidence that the insurrectionists have any intention of freeing their slaves. The Asaveans are clear - this is not a moral crusade against slavery, but a political disagreement, cynically encouraged by Sumaash agitators, designed to weaken Asavea. Scores of Asavean citizens have been ''murdered'' by the Insurrectionists. The Emphedoran rebels announced their betrayal by sealing the doors of the Temple of Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro in Telios and burning it to the ground with the priests and congregation still inside. Hundreds of innocent people burned alive by a handful of insurrectionists pursuing their own personal power at the expense of their own countryfolk.

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	if this were done then military unit captains would be able to select it from the [[Military unit#Paid Work\|paid work]] dropdown menu. A standard military unit would receive a payment of 7 crowns for taking the action, but a more powerful unit would receive an additional 36 rings for each rank of [[Military unit#Upgrades\|upgrade]] or [[enchantment]]. As before, each captain who sent their military unit to Asavea will also receive a report about the campaign there, included in their pack at the start of the next event - but they would also appear on the list of captains fighting in Asavea prepared by the Vigilance assembly.		if this were done then military unit captains would be able to select it from the [[Military unit#Paid Work\|paid work]] dropdown menu. A standard military unit would receive a payment of 7 crowns for taking the action, but a more powerful unit would receive an additional 36 rings for each rank of [[Military unit#Upgrades\|upgrade]] or [[enchantment]]. As before, each captain who sent their military unit to Asavea will also receive a report about the campaign there, included in their pack at the start of the next event - but they would also appear on the list of captains fighting in Asavea prepared by the Vigilance assembly.

	As before, it is difficult to say for sure how effective additional military units will prove. By all accounts the insurrectionists are significantly weaker than the forces of the Asavean plenum, so on balance the Empire would expect them to lose, but ~~their~~ their strategy is opaque to the Empire. The civil service calculate that if the Empire provides at least 5,000 strength in military units to support the insurrection, then the Imperial mercenaries will be sufficient to allow the rebels hold their own against the superior Asavean forces for the season. This would constitute a significant show of visible support from the Empire which would also encourage some of the neutral nearby satrapies to see the potential for victory in the secessionist cause and consider joining the insurrection on the side of Marracoss and Emphedor.		As before, it is difficult to say for sure how effective additional military units will prove. By all accounts the insurrectionists are significantly weaker than the forces of the Asavean plenum, so on balance the Empire would expect them to lose, but their strategy is opaque to the Empire. The civil service calculate that if the Empire provides at least 5,000 strength in military units to support the insurrection, then the Imperial mercenaries will be sufficient to allow the rebels hold their own against the superior Asavean forces for the season. This would constitute a significant show of visible support from the Empire which would also encourage some of the neutral nearby satrapies to see the potential for victory in the secessionist cause and consider joining the insurrection on the side of Marracoss and Emphedor.

	Again, it is likely that supporting the rebels would have significant diplomatic effects. The Asavean government will be very unhappy to see Imperial mercenaries fighting against their forces, especially if the Empire provides significant military assistance to the rebels. It would provide further support to the Asavean suspicion of the Way to see Imperial and Sumaash forces fighting together against them, dramatically impeding the spread of the faith through Plenum-aligned society and potentially leading to active suppression of the virtues.		Again, it is likely that supporting the rebels would have significant diplomatic effects. The Asavean government will be very unhappy to see Imperial mercenaries fighting against their forces, especially if the Empire provides significant military assistance to the rebels. It would provide further support to the Asavean suspicion of the Way to see Imperial and Sumaash forces fighting together against them, dramatically impeding the spread of the faith through Plenum-aligned society and potentially leading to active suppression of the virtues.

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	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	The [[Imperial Senate]] passed a [[Senate motion\|motion]] making it legal for Imperial mercenaries to [[Legalise_Asavean_mercenary_work\|support ''either'' side]] in the ongoing conflict in Asavea.		The [[Imperial Senate]] passed a [[Senate motion\|motion]] making it legal for Imperial mercenaries to [[Legalise_Asavean_mercenary_work\|support ''either'' side]] in the ongoing conflict in Asavea.
			{{Asavean Links}}

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	==An Insurrectionist Petition==		==An Insurrectionist Petition==
	Two satrapies are in open revolt - Marracoss and Emphedor. Not much is known by Imperial citizens about these two provinces - they are far away on the northern edges of the Archipelago. As near as can be determined, however, the two groups of rebels are outnumbered and forced to cooperate with one another in the face of the Nemorian military forces arrayed against them. The unofficial leader of the insurrectionist forces is apparently a woman named ''Terentia Comasigne'', who ~~lead~~ the initial revolt in Marracoss, seized the capital ''Aracossa'', lynched the satrap, burned her palace to the ground, and declared independence. She is believed to be directing the rebel forces from the ''Maragladia'', a coastal fortress built by the Nemorians.		Two satrapies are in open revolt - Marracoss and Emphedor. Not much is known by Imperial citizens about these two provinces - they are far away on the northern edges of the Archipelago. As near as can be determined, however, the two groups of rebels are outnumbered and forced to cooperate with one another in the face of the Nemorian military forces arrayed against them. The unofficial leader of the insurrectionist forces is apparently a woman named ''Terentia Comasigne'', who led the initial revolt in Marracoss, seized the capital ''Aracossa'', lynched the satrap, burned her palace to the ground, and declared independence. She is believed to be directing the rebel forces from the ''Maragladia'', a coastal fortress built by the Nemorians.

	There has apparently been some communication between the leader of the rebellion and some Imperial citizens via [[Call Winged Messenger\|magical means]], along with some minor support. Not enough to influence the outcome of the conflict, but enough to encourage Terentia Comasigne to risk reaching out to the Empire for aid. And reach out she has - sending missives to several prominent individuals in the Brass Coast and the League and smuggling letters to traders visiting Nemoria. Her message is light on details - she gives no insight into the military or political situation of the insurrectionists. After all, the Empire appear on the surface to be the staunch allies of the Nemorians. She does however include a petition for aid if the Empire is prepared to help.		There has apparently been some communication between the leader of the rebellion and some Imperial citizens via [[Call Winged Messenger\|magical means]], along with some minor support. Not enough to influence the outcome of the conflict, but enough to encourage Terentia Comasigne to risk reaching out to the Empire for aid. And reach out she has - sending missives to several prominent individuals in the Brass Coast and the League and smuggling letters to traders visiting Nemoria. Her message is light on details - she gives no insight into the military or political situation of the insurrectionists. After all, the Empire appear on the surface to be the staunch allies of the Nemorians. She does however include a petition for aid if the Empire is prepared to help.

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	<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;"><quote by="Sepharad, Mandate, Autumn Equinox 382YE">The Assembly of Nine have made the only virtuous response to Asavea abundantly clear. We send Sepharad with 50 liao to urge every vigilant Pilgrim to take notice of those citizens whose virtue is lacking let us provide the Cardinal of Vigilance and the Imperatrix with the names of every citizen who chose to turn aside from the Way.</quote></div>		<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;"><quote by="Sepharad, Mandate, Autumn Equinox 382YE">The Assembly of Nine have made the only virtuous response to Asavea abundantly clear. We send Sepharad with 50 liao to urge every vigilant Pilgrim to take notice of those citizens whose virtue is lacking let us provide the Cardinal of Vigilance and the Imperatrix with the names of every citizen who chose to turn aside from the Way.</quote></div>

	Quite apart from the legal implications the [[Assembly#The Virtue Assemblies\|Assembly]] of [[Vigilance]] is taking a dim view of Imperial mercenaries traveling to fight in foreign wars when there are plenty of wars close to home. Thanks to a [[mandate]] enacted by Sepharad of [[~~Prominent_chapters~~#Felix.27s_Watch\|Felix's Watch]], the [[Cardinal]] of Vigilance and [[Empress Lisabetta\|Imperatrix]] both will receive lists of every Imperial [[military unit]] that has boarded a ship for Nemoria to aid in suppressing the northern uprising. These lists will continue to be created until the situation changes..		Quite apart from the legal implications the [[Assembly#The Virtue Assemblies\|Assembly]] of [[Vigilance]] is taking a dim view of Imperial mercenaries traveling to fight in foreign wars when there are plenty of wars close to home. Thanks to a [[mandate]] enacted by Sepharad of [[Highguard groups#Felix.27s_Watch\|Felix's Watch]], the [[Cardinal]] of Vigilance and [[Empress Lisabetta\|Imperatrix]] both will receive lists of every Imperial [[military unit]] that has boarded a ship for Nemoria to aid in suppressing the northern uprising. These lists will continue to be created until the situation changes..

	For their part, the Asavean Plenum has [[A_force_to_be_reckoned_with#Insurrection\|recognised concerns]] about what exactly Imperial citizens are doing in the Republic. Their Minister for Military Procurement (who is also the high priest of the Red God of War) has offered assurances that since the Autumn Equinox Imperial mercenaries are not being placed in positions where they will face insurrectionist forces directly. Instead they are being used in defensive positions well away from the front lines where they will be unlikely to engage revolutionary soldiers. They still perform a valuable service - their presence means that the Asaveans are able to move more of their own troops forward to support their legions against the rebels. Whether this will be sufficient to prevent charges being brought by the magistrates is not clear at this time.		For their part, the Asavean Plenum has [[A_force_to_be_reckoned_with#Insurrection\|recognised concerns]] about what exactly Imperial citizens are doing in the Republic. Their Minister for Military Procurement (who is also the high priest of the Red God of War) has offered assurances that since the Autumn Equinox Imperial mercenaries are not being placed in positions where they will face insurrectionist forces directly. Instead they are being used in defensive positions well away from the front lines where they will be unlikely to engage revolutionary soldiers. They still perform a valuable service - their presence means that the Asaveans are able to move more of their own troops forward to support their legions against the rebels. Whether this will be sufficient to prevent charges being brought by the magistrates is not clear at this time.

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	<ic>"So this is legal?" asked Demarco again. "You're sure?"		<ic>"So this is legal?" asked Demarco again. "You're sure?"

GuiltyConscience at 13:28, 26 June 2019

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	The Asaveans seem concerned that the Empire might believe that the attempted secession was some sort of "slave uprising". The strongly held Imperial views about slavery are well known, and where possible Asavean merchants, diplomats, and visitors to the Empire try to respect them even though they do not agree with them. Lady Madrianna (and by extension the Asavean embassy) want to make it clear that there is no evidence that the insurrectionists have any intention of freeing their slaves. The Asaveans are clear - this is not a moral crusade against slavery, but a political disagreement, cynically encouraged by Sumaash agitators, designed to weaken Asavea. Scores of Asavean citizens have been ''murdered'' by the Insurrectionists. The Emphedoran rebels announced their betrayal by sealing the doors of the Temple of Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro in Telios and burning it to the ground with the priests and congregation still inside. Hundreds of innocent people burned alive by a handful of insurrectionists pursuing their own personal power at the expense of their own countryfolk.		The Asaveans seem concerned that the Empire might believe that the attempted secession was some sort of "slave uprising". The strongly held Imperial views about slavery are well known, and where possible Asavean merchants, diplomats, and visitors to the Empire try to respect them even though they do not agree with them. Lady Madrianna (and by extension the Asavean embassy) want to make it clear that there is no evidence that the insurrectionists have any intention of freeing their slaves. The Asaveans are clear - this is not a moral crusade against slavery, but a political disagreement, cynically encouraged by Sumaash agitators, designed to weaken Asavea. Scores of Asavean citizens have been ''murdered'' by the Insurrectionists. The Emphedoran rebels announced their betrayal by sealing the doors of the Temple of Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro in Telios and burning it to the ground with the priests and congregation still inside. Hundreds of innocent people burned alive by a handful of insurrectionists pursuing their own personal power at the expense of their own countryfolk.

	If anything, Lady Madrianna warns, the insurrection will make the plight of slaves in ~~Maracoss~~ and Emphedor ''worse'' in both the short and long term. The revolutionaries need material to fuel their war machine, and they will work their slaves to death to get that material. From the point of view of the leaders of the rebellion, if they lose this war with the Plenum - as they inevitably will - their slaves will no longer be of any use to them. In general, argues Madrianna, slaves in Asavea are not particularly ill-treated, and those who do so are looked at with the same critical eye as someone who would routinely mistreat an animal. Indeed, the quality of life for a skilled slave in Nemoria is arguably higher than it is for a farmer in some of the more out-of-the-way satrapies - which will certainly not be the case if the insurrection continues.		If anything, Lady Madrianna warns, the insurrection will make the plight of slaves in Marracoss and Emphedor ''worse'' in both the short and long term. The revolutionaries need material to fuel their war machine, and they will work their slaves to death to get that material. From the point of view of the leaders of the rebellion, if they lose this war with the Plenum - as they inevitably will - their slaves will no longer be of any use to them. In general, argues Madrianna, slaves in Asavea are not particularly ill-treated, and those who do so are looked at with the same critical eye as someone who would routinely mistreat an animal. Indeed, the quality of life for a skilled slave in Nemoria is arguably higher than it is for a farmer in some of the more out-of-the-way satrapies - which will certainly not be the case if the insurrection continues.

	In short, the Asavean Embassy urges the Empire to consider. If it truly cares about the plight of slaves in Asavea, then the correct thing to do is to help the Asavean government end the insurrection as quickly as possible. Something, she is quick to remind the Empire, will give them greater diplomatic capital than staying neutral or - worse - being seen to offer support to the traitors who are endangering their own people in pursuit of personal power.		In short, the Asavean Embassy urges the Empire to consider. If it truly cares about the plight of slaves in Asavea, then the correct thing to do is to help the Asavean government end the insurrection as quickly as possible. Something, she is quick to remind the Empire, will give them greater diplomatic capital than staying neutral or - worse - being seen to offer support to the traitors who are endangering their own people in pursuit of personal power.
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	Her messages are passionate and slightly hyperbolic, with an edge of desperation.		Her messages are passionate and slightly hyperbolic, with an edge of desperation.

	First she calls for brave Imperial soldiers to come to ~~Maracoss~~ and help her people, and her Emphedoran allies, throw off the oppressive yoke of the Nemorians. There is some talk of incentives - but nothing specific. Unfortunately, at present, it is just as illegal for Imperial soldiers to travel to the Archipelago and kill Asavean soldiers as it is to support the Nemorians against the rebels. Nothing will be possible in that regard without the direct authorisation of the Senate.		First she calls for brave Imperial soldiers to come to Marracoss and help her people, and her Emphedoran allies, throw off the oppressive yoke of the Nemorians. There is some talk of incentives - but nothing specific. Unfortunately, at present, it is just as illegal for Imperial soldiers to travel to the Archipelago and kill Asavean soldiers as it is to support the Nemorians against the rebels. Nothing will be possible in that regard without the direct authorisation of the Senate.

	Secondly, she petitions the Empire - the Senate really - to supply the rebels with mithril and weirwood. Other materials would be useful, but only on the small scale. What they need right now is material to build weapons and armour, outfit troops, and resupply the forces they have already raised, and repair their fortifications. Neither ~~Maracoss~~ nor Emphedor is particularly rich in either material and their allies among the Sumaah can provide only so much, and none of it weirwood. What the Sumaah can provide, however, is transportation. If the Empire is prepared to give aid to the rebels in securing their freedom from the Nemorian Plenum, Sumaah ships will transport it to Maragladia, Timor, and Aracossa where it will do the most good - allowing the Empire to conceal its support of the rebels from the Plenum if that is what it takes.		Secondly, she petitions the Empire - the Senate really - to supply the rebels with mithril and weirwood. Other materials would be useful, but only on the small scale. What they need right now is material to build weapons and armour, outfit troops, and resupply the forces they have already raised, and repair their fortifications. Neither Marracoss nor Emphedor is particularly rich in either material and their allies among the Sumaah can provide only so much, and none of it weirwood. What the Sumaah can provide, however, is transportation. If the Empire is prepared to give aid to the rebels in securing their freedom from the Nemorian Plenum, Sumaah ships will transport it to Maragladia, Timor, and Aracossa where it will do the most good - allowing the Empire to conceal its support of the rebels from the Plenum if that is what it takes.

	Fifty wains of either mithril or weirwood - or both - will help the rebels to maintain their forces over the coming season, ready to launch a counterstrike against the Plenum in the spring. A hundred wains would significantly improve their position, ensuring that not only could they make a counterattack in Spring, but that they would be in a position to potentially push the Plenum forces out of ~~Maracoss~~ over the Summer.		Fifty wains of either mithril or weirwood - or both - will help the rebels to maintain their forces over the coming season, ready to launch a counterstrike against the Plenum in the spring. A hundred wains would significantly improve their position, ensuring that not only could they make a counterattack in Spring, but that they would be in a position to potentially push the Plenum forces out of Marracoss over the Summer.

	If they wishes the Senate could pass an appropriately worded [[Senate motion\|motion]] instructing the civil service to handle the logistics of giving this material to the rebels using the Sumaah vessels. In this case, the Plenum would remain unaware of Senate support for Terentia and her fellows. Alternatively, they could specify that Imperial ships be used if for some reason they wanted to make sure the Asavean Plenum knew they were supporting the rebels.		If they wishes the Senate could pass an appropriately worded [[Senate motion\|motion]] instructing the civil service to handle the logistics of giving this material to the rebels using the Sumaah vessels. In this case, the Plenum would remain unaware of Senate support for Terentia and her fellows. Alternatively, they could specify that Imperial ships be used if for some reason they wanted to make sure the Asavean Plenum knew they were supporting the rebels.
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	The Senate has a number of obvious options in front of them.		The Senate has a number of obvious options in front of them.

	Firstly, they could declare their support for the Asavean government, and [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Declaration_of_War\|declare war]] on the rebels in ~~Maracossa~~ and Emphior. This would made trade with the rebels illegal (meaning the ports of Maragladia and Timor would not be available) and making it legal for Imperial military captains to fight as mercenaries - the '''Suppress Asavean Uprising''' opportunity would then be available as part of the paid work dropdown. This move is likely to be received extremely well by the Asavean government, but prove equally unpopular with their enemies.		Firstly, they could declare their support for the Asavean government, and [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Declaration_of_War\|declare war]] on the rebels in Marracoss and Emphior. This would made trade with the rebels illegal (meaning the ports of Maragladia and Timor would not be available) and making it legal for Imperial military captains to fight as mercenaries - the '''Suppress Asavean Uprising''' opportunity would then be available as part of the paid work dropdown. This move is likely to be received extremely well by the Asavean government, but prove equally unpopular with their enemies.

	Alternatively, they could declare war on the Asaveans while supporting the insurrectionists. This would make it illegal to trade with Nemoria, and end the trade in white granite through the [[Overseer_of_the_Cavabianca_Dock#Cavabianca_Dock\|Cavabianca Docks]] and the temples if [[Feroz#The_Temple_of_Balo_and_the_Black_Bull\|Feroz]] and [[Liaison_to_the_Temple_in_Nemoria#The_Temple_of_the_Way_in_Nemoria\|Nemoria]], but the option to '''Support Asavean Uprising''' would them be available to Imperial military captains.		Alternatively, they could declare war on the Asaveans while supporting the insurrectionists. This would make it illegal to trade with Nemoria, and end the trade in white granite through the [[Overseer_of_the_Cavabianca_Dock#Cavabianca_Dock\|Cavabianca Docks]] and the temples if [[Feroz#The_Temple_of_Balo_and_the_Black_Bull\|Feroz]] and [[Liaison_to_the_Temple_in_Nemoria#The_Temple_of_the_Way_in_Nemoria\|Nemoria]], but the option to '''Support Asavean Uprising''' would them be available to Imperial military captains.

	They might instead prefer to remain somewhat neutral in the conflict; they could declare an [[Tariffs#Embargo\|embargo]] against the insurrectionists. This would make it illegal for Imperial captains to trade with the rebels (meaning the opportunity to go to Maragladia or Timor would not appear). It would not have any deleterious economic effects on the Empire (because there is no incoming trade from ~~Maracoss~~ or Emphedor). This move would generate a positive diplomatic response from the Asaveans. Note that it is not possible to embargo, say, Maragladia while still allowing trade with Timor, or vice versa - either it is legal to trade with the insurrectionists or it is not.		They might instead prefer to remain somewhat neutral in the conflict; they could declare an [[Tariffs#Embargo\|embargo]] against the insurrectionists. This would make it illegal for Imperial captains to trade with the rebels (meaning the opportunity to go to Maragladia or Timor would not appear). It would not have any deleterious economic effects on the Empire (because there is no incoming trade from Marracoss or Emphedor). This move would generate a positive diplomatic response from the Asaveans. Note that it is not possible to embargo, say, Maragladia while still allowing trade with Timor, or vice versa - either it is legal to trade with the insurrectionists or it is not.

	Alternatively, the Senate might explore changes to the law to allow Imperial mercenaries to fight on either or both sides of the conflict in Asavea. This would require extensive discussion with '''Stanislav Karkovich''', the chief magistrate, and the various legal and constitutional challenges to such a law would need to be addressed. If this were done then, depending on the wording of the motion, one or both of the '''Suppress Asavean Uprising''' or '''Support Asavean Uprising''' opportunities may become available.		Alternatively, the Senate might explore changes to the law to allow Imperial mercenaries to fight on either or both sides of the conflict in Asavea. This would require extensive discussion with '''Stanislav Karkovich''', the chief magistrate, and the various legal and constitutional challenges to such a law would need to be addressed. If this were done then, depending on the wording of the motion, one or both of the '''Suppress Asavean Uprising''' or '''Support Asavean Uprising''' opportunities may become available.
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	===Support Asavean Uprising===		===Support Asavean Uprising===
	Alternatively, if the Senate addresses the legal challenges around Imperial captains supporting the rebel forces - such as by declaring war on the Asaveans but not the insurrectionists - it would be possible for Imperial military units to travel to ~~Maracoss~~ and Emphedor to help fight the Plenum legions.		Alternatively, if the Senate addresses the legal challenges around Imperial captains supporting the rebel forces - such as by declaring war on the Asaveans but not the insurrectionists - it would be possible for Imperial military units to travel to Marracoss and Emphedor to help fight the Plenum legions.

	if this were done then military unit captains would be able to select it from the [[Military unit#Paid Work\|paid work]] dropdown menu. A standard military unit would receive a payment of 7 crowns for taking the action, but a more powerful unit would receive an additional 36 rings for each rank of [[Military unit#Upgrades\|upgrade]] or [[enchantment]]. As before, each captain who sent their military unit to Asavea will also receive a report about the campaign there, included in their pack at the start of the next event - but they would also appear on the list of captains fighting in Asavea prepared by the Vigilance assembly.		if this were done then military unit captains would be able to select it from the [[Military unit#Paid Work\|paid work]] dropdown menu. A standard military unit would receive a payment of 7 crowns for taking the action, but a more powerful unit would receive an additional 36 rings for each rank of [[Military unit#Upgrades\|upgrade]] or [[enchantment]]. As before, each captain who sent their military unit to Asavea will also receive a report about the campaign there, included in their pack at the start of the next event - but they would also appear on the list of captains fighting in Asavea prepared by the Vigilance assembly.

	As before, it is difficult to say for sure how effective additional military units will prove. By all accounts the insurrectionists are significantly weaker than the forces of the Asavean plenum, so on balance the Empire would expect them to lose, but their their strategy is opaque to the Empire. The civil service calculate that if the Empire provides at least 5,000 strength in military units to support the insurrection, then the Imperial mercenaries will be sufficient to allow the rebels hold their own against the superior Asavean forces for the season. This would constitute a significant show of visible support from the Empire which would also encourage some of the neutral nearby satrapies to see the potential for victory in the secessionist cause and consider joining the insurrection on the side of ~~Maracoss~~ and Emphedor.		As before, it is difficult to say for sure how effective additional military units will prove. By all accounts the insurrectionists are significantly weaker than the forces of the Asavean plenum, so on balance the Empire would expect them to lose, but their their strategy is opaque to the Empire. The civil service calculate that if the Empire provides at least 5,000 strength in military units to support the insurrection, then the Imperial mercenaries will be sufficient to allow the rebels hold their own against the superior Asavean forces for the season. This would constitute a significant show of visible support from the Empire which would also encourage some of the neutral nearby satrapies to see the potential for victory in the secessionist cause and consider joining the insurrection on the side of Marracoss and Emphedor.

	Again, it is likely that supporting the rebels would have significant diplomatic effects. The Asavean government will be very unhappy to see Imperial mercenaries fighting against their forces, especially if the Empire provides significant military assistance to the rebels. It would provide further support to the Asavean suspicion of the Way to see Imperial and Sumaash forces fighting together against them, dramatically impeding the spread of the faith through Plenum-aligned society and potentially leading to active suppression of the virtues.		Again, it is likely that supporting the rebels would have significant diplomatic effects. The Asavean government will be very unhappy to see Imperial mercenaries fighting against their forces, especially if the Empire provides significant military assistance to the rebels. It would provide further support to the Asavean suspicion of the Way to see Imperial and Sumaash forces fighting together against them, dramatically impeding the spread of the faith through Plenum-aligned society and potentially leading to active suppression of the virtues.