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Wafer-Thin-Reasoning: /* Enlightenment (Azoth) */ Fixing the Shadow Souk?

2026-07-22T20:50:12Z

Enlightenment (Azoth): Fixing the Shadow Souk?

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	Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[Key_of_dreams#Finder_of_Paths_Unseen_(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.		Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[Key_of_dreams#Finder_of_Paths_Unseen_(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.

	The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[~~EmpireWiki:~~Key_of_dreams#~~Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20~~(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Cat's_Graces#Maestro\|Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.		The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[Key_of_dreams#Finder_of_Paths_Unseen_(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Cat's_Graces#Maestro\|Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.

	==Spring==		==Spring==

Wafer-Thin-Reasoning: /* Enlightenment (Azoth) */ Fixing the Shadow Souk

2026-07-22T20:48:16Z

Enlightenment (Azoth): Fixing the Shadow Souk

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	[[Azoth#Heralds\|''Distillations'']] of [[Azoth\|''the Azoth'']] emerge from the Imperial Regio clad in fur and feathers of swirling ochre, shimmering jade and shifting red. Resembling [[Kallavesi\|Kallavesi]] [[Mystic\|mystics]] though bearing an orcish mein, the heralds are at first mistaken for unannounced [[Jotun]] emissaries. If the visitors have an opinion on this reaction, it is well hidden beneath a cool, almost inert demeanour.		[[Azoth#Heralds\|''Distillations'']] of [[Azoth\|''the Azoth'']] emerge from the Imperial Regio clad in fur and feathers of swirling ochre, shimmering jade and shifting red. Resembling [[Kallavesi\|Kallavesi]] [[Mystic\|mystics]] though bearing an orcish mein, the heralds are at first mistaken for unannounced [[Jotun]] emissaries. If the visitors have an opinion on this reaction, it is well hidden beneath a cool, almost inert demeanour.

	Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[Key_of_dreams#~~Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20~~(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.		Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[Key_of_dreams#Finder_of_Paths_Unseen_(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.

	The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Cat's_Graces#Maestro\|Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.		The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Cat's_Graces#Maestro\|Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.

Wafer-Thin-Reasoning: /* Enlightenment (Azoth) */ Linking a Maestro

2026-07-22T20:46:55Z

Enlightenment (Azoth): Linking a Maestro

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	Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.		Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.

	The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.		The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Cat's_Graces#Maestro\|Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.

	==Spring==		==Spring==

Apoth: /* Enlightenment (Azoth) */

2026-07-22T15:58:06Z

Enlightenment (Azoth)

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	* '''Azoth invites the next Archmage of Night to investigate uncompensated musicians their predecessor was charged with arranging and to suggest a boon for those who could not attend.'''		* '''Azoth invites the next Archmage of Night to investigate uncompensated musicians their predecessor was charged with arranging and to suggest a boon for those who could not attend.'''

	[[~~EmpireWiki:~~Azoth#Heralds\|''Distillations'']] of [[~~EmpireWiki:~~Azoth\|''the Azoth'']] emerge from the Imperial Regio clad in fur and feathers of swirling ochre, shimmering jade and shifting red. Resembling [[~~EmpireWiki:~~Kallavesi\|Kallavesi]] [[~~EmpireWiki:~~Mystic\|mystics]] though bearing an orcish mein, the heralds are at first mistaken for unannounced [[~~EmpireWiki:Jotun\|~~Jotun]] emissaries. If the visitors have an opinion on this reaction, it is well hidden beneath a cool, almost inert demeanour.		[[Azoth#Heralds\|''Distillations'']] of [[Azoth\|''the Azoth'']] emerge from the Imperial Regio clad in fur and feathers of swirling ochre, shimmering jade and shifting red. Resembling [[Kallavesi\|Kallavesi]] [[Mystic\|mystics]] though bearing an orcish mein, the heralds are at first mistaken for unannounced [[Jotun]] emissaries. If the visitors have an opinion on this reaction, it is well hidden beneath a cool, almost inert demeanour.

	Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[~~EmpireWiki:~~Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[~~EmpireWiki:~~Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.		Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.

	The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[~~EmpireWiki:Sung\|~~Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.		The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.

	==Spring==		==Spring==

Apoth: /* Partners in Crime (Whisper Gallery) */

2026-07-22T15:57:25Z

Partners in Crime (Whisper Gallery)

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	Similarly to [[Monarchs_and_outcasts#Tyrannical_Discipline_(Whisper_Gallery)\|last season]], individual members of the [[Whisper Gallery]] are petitioning imperial citizens to once again get in touch with them over matters that, while they may sound trivial, seem to be of great importance to them:		Similarly to [[Monarchs_and_outcasts#Tyrannical_Discipline_(Whisper_Gallery)\|last season]], individual members of the [[Whisper Gallery]] are petitioning imperial citizens to once again get in touch with them over matters that, while they may sound trivial, seem to be of great importance to them:

	* The Vizier Arrayed in the Raiment of Dawn is interested in the advice that boyars and wise ones of [[~~Vaurshka~~]] might have for leaders both formal and cultural.		* The Vizier Arrayed in the Raiment of Dawn is interested in the advice that boyars and wise ones of [[Varushka]] might have for leaders both formal and cultural.
	* The Lover Glad in Crimson is feeling a little down, and wishes to be cheered up by love stories with happy endings from any [[troubadour]] of [[Dawn]].		* The Lover Glad in Crimson is feeling a little down, and wishes to be cheered up by love stories with happy endings from any [[troubadour]] of [[Dawn]].

Apoth: /* Partners in Crime (Whisper Gallery) */

2026-07-22T15:56:22Z

Partners in Crime (Whisper Gallery)

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	'''OOC Note''': Anyone wanting to take advantage of this opportunity will need to ensure that the boyar, wise one or troubador is a participant in the roleplay of the ritual (they do not need to be a [[Rituals#Contributors\|contributor]]). Both the performers and the poet should speak to either a referee at the regio tent or a member of the GOD staff after performing the ritual.		'''OOC Note''': Anyone wanting to take advantage of this opportunity will need to ensure that the boyar, wise one or troubador is a participant in the roleplay of the ritual (they do not need to be a [[Rituals#Contributors\|contributor]]). Both the performers and the poet should speak to either a referee at the regio tent or a member of the GOD staff after performing the ritual.

			===Enlightenment (Azoth)===
			* '''During the Spring Equinox the Archmage of Night vacated their post.'''
			* '''Azoth believes that their absence has had an unwanted effect on the plenipotentiary they offered.'''
			* '''Azoth invites the next Archmage of Night to investigate uncompensated musicians their predecessor was charged with arranging and to suggest a boon for those who could not attend.'''

			[[EmpireWiki:Azoth#Heralds\|''Distillations'']] of [[EmpireWiki:Azoth\|''the Azoth'']] emerge from the Imperial Regio clad in fur and feathers of swirling ochre, shimmering jade and shifting red. Resembling [[EmpireWiki:Kallavesi\|Kallavesi]] [[EmpireWiki:Mystic\|mystics]] though bearing an orcish mein, the heralds are at first mistaken for unannounced [[EmpireWiki:Jotun\|Jotun]] emissaries. If the visitors have an opinion on this reaction, it is well hidden beneath a cool, almost inert demeanour.

			Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[EmpireWiki:Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.

			The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[EmpireWiki:Sung\|Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.

	==Spring==		==Spring==

Apoth: /* Boil The Swamps (Sarangrave) */

2026-07-22T15:46:08Z

Boil The Swamps (Sarangrave)

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	The heralds have taken the field around Slow Worm's Hill in Kroll. It is the responsibility of '''Elagabala''', Grandmaster of the Sevenfold Path, to prevent any explosions of undirected passion. If the heralds cannot be stopped, they will curse Sarangrave with one of Janon's "blessings" that promotes violent emotions run amok.		The heralds have taken the field around Slow Worm's Hill in Kroll. It is the responsibility of '''Elagabala''', Grandmaster of the Sevenfold Path, to prevent any explosions of undirected passion. If the heralds cannot be stopped, they will curse Sarangrave with one of Janon's "blessings" that promotes violent emotions run amok.

			===Partners in Crime (Whisper Gallery)===
			* '''The Whisper Gallery seeks communications from citizens of the Empire'''
			* '''It is illegal to cast the ritual to communicate with the eternal as they under enmity'''
			Similarly to [[Monarchs_and_outcasts#Tyrannical_Discipline_(Whisper_Gallery)\|last season]], individual members of the [[Whisper Gallery]] are petitioning imperial citizens to once again get in touch with them over matters that, while they may sound trivial, seem to be of great importance to them:

			* The Vizier Arrayed in the Raiment of Dawn is interested in the advice that boyars and wise ones of [[Vaurshka]] might have for leaders both formal and cultural.
			* The Lover Glad in Crimson is feeling a little down, and wishes to be cheered up by love stories with happy endings from any [[troubadour]] of [[Dawn]].

			During the Summer Equinox, any magician who casts [[Whispering Shadow Courtiers]] using an additional measure of [[iridescent gloaming]] and incorporating both message and messenger into the performance will receive three crystal fire in thanks. Again, each person is limited to a single submission, but ritualists can help as many people as please them.

			'''OOC Note''': Anyone wanting to take advantage of this opportunity will need to ensure that the boyar, wise one or troubador is a participant in the roleplay of the ritual (they do not need to be a [[Rituals#Contributors\|contributor]]). Both the performers and the poet should speak to either a referee at the regio tent or a member of the GOD staff after performing the ritual.

	==Spring==		==Spring==

Vsabo: /* Light at the End (Khobel Tavah) */

2026-07-22T14:00:30Z

Light at the End (Khobel Tavah)

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	If Khobel Tavah ever became aware of any doom that would otherwise befall the territory where it was placed then it would send grim omens that portended the coming disaster. The flame would also gather to it the spirits of the restless dead. This would give the region the [[Region_qualities#Haunted\|haunted quality]]. The ghosts would not be hostile - in the [[opportunity\|right situation]] they might even be bargained with to aid the Empire.		If Khobel Tavah ever became aware of any doom that would otherwise befall the territory where it was placed then it would send grim omens that portended the coming disaster. The flame would also gather to it the spirits of the restless dead. This would give the region the [[Region_qualities#Haunted\|haunted quality]]. The ghosts would not be hostile - in the [[opportunity\|right situation]] they might even be bargained with to aid the Empire.

	The Speaker for the Drowned believes that the Empire may have selected Rebekah's Leap in [[Redoubt#Naris\|Naris]] as the location for the Everlasting Flame. This is well, though they may wish to wait for the return of their ''lost flotsam'' as plans for the Lighthouse at Nikephoros would probably combine well with any planned lighthouse in the same region. However, Foretold-by-Bells does require that the Conclave a [[declaration]] of [[Alignment#Acceptance\|acceptance]] to name the commission where the ghostfire will be housed. The commission would not need to be finished, but it would need to be begun, and consent to place the Everlasting Flame within the lighthouse would have to be provided as part of the necessary details.		The Speaker for the Drowned believes that the Empire may have selected Rebekah's Leap in [[Redoubt#Naris\|Naris]] as the location for the Everlasting Flame. This is well, though they may wish to wait for the return of their ''lost flotsam'' as plans for the Lighthouse at Nikephoros would probably combine well with any planned lighthouse in the same region. However, Foretold-by-Bells does require that the Conclave announce a [[declaration]] of [[Alignment#Acceptance\|acceptance]] to name the commission where the ghostfire will be housed. The commission would not need to be finished, but it would need to be begun, and consent to place the Everlasting Flame within the lighthouse would have to be provided as part of the necessary details.

	==Summer==		==Summer==

Vsabo: /* Fire, Fury, and Flame (Janon) */

2026-07-22T13:38:13Z

Fire, Fury, and Flame (Janon)

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	''The Shadowed Flame'' is a mercurial being at the best of times. Embodying fire and passion in all things, zie cares little for the difference between love and hate. As such, conclave's declaration of [[Alignment#Enmity\|enmity]] has not had the chastening effect on him that might have been hoped for. As spring shades into summer, small bands of armed heralds march across the borders of [[Ossium]] and [[Sarangrave]]. Both of them begin spreading the message to any people that they can find. ''Tinder-of-Anarchy'', who is well pleased with her new titles, is overjoyed that it gets to experience the Empire's rage and hatred. Less than a year ago ''Blasphemy's Matchmaker'' asked to be brought tales of [[Upon_a_midnight_dreary#Affection_and_Animosity_(Janon)\|beloved rivals]], those who are implacably set against one another yet who are bonded closer than any friends might be. Hopefully the Empire will embrace this new relationship just as much as Janon has.		''The Shadowed Flame'' is a mercurial being at the best of times. Embodying fire and passion in all things, zie cares little for the difference between love and hate. As such, conclave's declaration of [[Alignment#Enmity\|enmity]] has not had the chastening effect on him that might have been hoped for. As spring shades into summer, small bands of armed heralds march across the borders of [[Ossium]] and [[Sarangrave]]. Both of them begin spreading the message to any people that they can find. ''Tinder-of-Anarchy'', who is well pleased with her new titles, is overjoyed that it gets to experience the Empire's rage and hatred. Less than a year ago ''Blasphemy's Matchmaker'' asked to be brought tales of [[Upon_a_midnight_dreary#Affection_and_Animosity_(Janon)\|beloved rivals]], those who are implacably set against one another yet who are bonded closer than any friends might be. Hopefully the Empire will embrace this new relationship just as much as Janon has.

	Thus, the heralds issue their challenges. The ones they have called out will bring forces to fight against them, or else to celebrate with them, or perhaps both. They shall match blades and hearts in the eternal contest of passion. Then, if the heralds are alive at the end of it, they will go to the nearest Night regio and immolate themselves. Once that it done, Janon's power will be invoked and the territory will be place under a "blessing", bringing the "blessing" of [[Unfettered Anarchy]] to those who dwell there.		Thus, the heralds issue their challenges. The ones they have called out will bring forces to fight against them, or else to celebrate with them, or perhaps both. They shall match blades and hearts in the eternal contest of passion. Then, if the heralds are alive at the end of it, they will go to the nearest Night regio and immolate themselves. Once that is done, Janon's power will be invoked and the territory will be place under a "blessing", bringing the "blessing" of [[Unfettered Anarchy]] to those who dwell there.

	Scouts indicate that these heralds, despite being lightly armoured, seem to be possessed of immense reserves of [[Heroic_skills\|heroic spirit]], and that some among them seem to be capable of inflicting Unfettered Anarchy on people with as much ease as any [[Magical_skills#Battle_Mage\|battle mage]] delivering a spell of their own.		Scouts indicate that these heralds, despite being lightly armoured, seem to be possessed of immense reserves of [[Heroic_skills\|heroic spirit]], and that some among them seem to be capable of inflicting Unfettered Anarchy on people with as much ease as any [[Magical_skills#Battle_Mage\|battle mage]] delivering a spell of their own.

Kirkbride: /* Light at the End (Khobel Tavah) */

2026-07-22T12:18:33Z

Light at the End (Khobel Tavah)

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	The Speaker for the Drowned believes that the Empire may have selected Rebekah's Leap in [[Redoubt#Naris\|Naris]] as the location for the Everlasting Flame. This is well, though they may wish to wait for the return of their ''lost flotsam'' as plans for the Lighthouse at Nikephoros would probably combine well with any planned lighthouse in the same region. However, Foretold-by-Bells does require that the Conclave a [[declaration]] of [[Alignment#Acceptance\|acceptance]] to name the commission where the ghostfire will be housed. The commission would not need to be finished, but it would need to be begun, and consent to place the Everlasting Flame within the lighthouse would have to be provided as part of the necessary details.		The Speaker for the Drowned believes that the Empire may have selected Rebekah's Leap in [[Redoubt#Naris\|Naris]] as the location for the Everlasting Flame. This is well, though they may wish to wait for the return of their ''lost flotsam'' as plans for the Lighthouse at Nikephoros would probably combine well with any planned lighthouse in the same region. However, Foretold-by-Bells does require that the Conclave a [[declaration]] of [[Alignment#Acceptance\|acceptance]] to name the commission where the ghostfire will be housed. The commission would not need to be finished, but it would need to be begun, and consent to place the Everlasting Flame within the lighthouse would have to be provided as part of the necessary details.

			==Summer==
			===The Long Game (Jaheris)===
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			* '''Jaheris wishes to encourage ambition amongst newcomers to Anvil'''
			* '''One of his heralds will meet with some newcomers, chosen by egregores'''
			The [[Jaheris\|Moonsilver Prince]] has made an offer to the egregores of each of the ten nations; he has provided them with a badge and charged them to give it to a member of their nation who is new(er) to Anvil and who they see as a citizen of great promise. They will be invited to a meeting with the ''Argent Preceptor'', one of the heralds of the ''Unicorn King'' charged with encouraging new talent to pursue and achieve their ambitions. Under his previous guise, this might be rather concerning, yet the [[Jaheris#A_New_Demesne\|new face of Jaheris]] seems far more trustworthy. As far as eternals go, of course.

			The Preceptor will meet with the candidates at the standing stones at the entrance to the Hall of Worlds at 12:45 on the Saturday of the Summer Solstice. From there, they will be taken through the Hall of Worlds to a specially prepared chamber to discuss what ambitious schemes they might be interested in pursuing at Anvil.

			===The Greatest Prize (Rhianos)===
			<div {{Float}}>
			<table class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"><tr><td style="background-color: #C994FF;">'''Cede Tournament Grounds of Laroc'''</tr>
			<tr><td>'''Motion Type:''' [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|Concedence]]</td></tr>
			<tr><td>'''Effect:'''
			* Cedes the Tourney Grounds of Laroc to [[Rhianos]]
			* Removes the investment in businesses in Astolat
			* Increases investment in military units in Astolat
			* Military units in Astolat engaging in a questing or raiding venture will receive an additional 36 rings</td></tr>
			<tr><td>'''Availability:''' Until the start of the Summer Solstice 389YE</td></tr>
			<tr><td>'''Special:''' Costs can be covered by treasure at the Stone of Thonkilch</td></tr>
			</table></div>
			* '''Rhianos has asked for the Tourney Grounds of Laroc to be ceded to them'''
			* '''If the Tournament Grounds are ceded to Rhianos then the eternal will grant his favour to the Eastern Sky'''
			Originally [[Down_the_cavalier_road\|proposed]] almost four years ago, the quest of the [[Eastern Sky]] has seen wondrous works of magic, grand challenges completed, and great statues raised. ''[[Rhianos\|Shimmergold]]'' is open about their willingness to accept a similar statue to that built for [[Cathan Canae]], but the Grand Tour has enticed ''Coruscating Oarfish''. What then, could ''Seadragon'' wish for?

			The answer, it turns out, is quite simple. The ''Auspicious Mariner'' wants the [[Astolat#Laroc\|tournament grounds of Laroc]]. The ''King of the Nine Tides'' will send his heralds through to ready those daring knights and knights-errant who are readying to go on a [[Venture#Questing_Ventures\|quest]] or even a [[Venture#Raiding_Ventures\|raid]]. They will be offered help, advice, or even simply a refreshing drink that encourages the pursuit of adventure. Any Dawnish [[military unit]] in Astolat that undertakes either a questing or raiding venture will receive an additional 36 rings.

			Of course, nothing is simple when it comes to the denizens of the realms. The [[business]] owners of the territory will no longer receive a share of the profits brought in by the tourneys. Instead, those proceeds would go towards mending and repairing the arms, legs, arms, and armour of those adventuring over the horizon. In order for this to work, ''Lightning Fish'' will need to have the Tourney Grounds ceded to it. If it were as simple as sending heralds to go and encourage good Dawnish folks, then they wouldn't need to ask. Indeed, several heralds of ''Lady Gullscry'' already visit the tourney grounds, albeit in (very bad) disguises.

			Such an act will require the Senate to vote to [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|cede]] the great work to the eternal. Separately, ''Swoopingfeather'' has a further request for the people of Dawn, and specifically the incumbent General of the [[Eastern Sky]]...

			====Oddities (Sarangrave)====
			* '''A group of Druj are trying to sacrifice treasure to Agramant in exchange for aid in the Sarangrave'''
			* '''This skirmish is a [[Accessibility#Combat_Highly_Likely\|combat highly likely]] encounter'''
			* '''The ''General of the Eastern Sky'' is [[Sentinel_Gate#Prognostication\|responsible]] for recovering the treasure'''
			{{AgainstBarbarians}}
			''Swoopingfeather'' warns that the Druj are well on their way to sacrificing the treasure to [[Agramant\|Ropebiter]] in Sarangrave. The herald of Leaf-on-the-Breeze provides enthralling detail, the Druj ''Het Tavix Boneshaver'' must ensure that the Stone of Thonkilch, and the treasure placed there, remain undisturbed for a full week. They will have almost finished their vigil by the start of the summit, and it will end by the stroke of midnight on the first night. There is a chance then, for the General of the Eastern Sky and their allies to prove their mettle and disrupt the Druj.

			'''Dame Aurum De Castellan''', the incumbent [[Eastern Sky\|General of the Eastern Sky]], is charged by ''Swoopingfeather'' to take their allies and travel to the Turan Flats, disrupt the Druj efforts and recover the treasure. If the Druj retain the treasure, then [[Inhabitants_of_the_realms#Drudges\|creatures]] of ''Brokenhull'' will enter the region. They won't prove a threat to armies, but it would require some opportunity to remove them and would be yet [[Everything is trying to kill us\|another problem]] for those trying to settle Sarangrave. If the treasure can be recovered, then it will take central pride of place in the tourney grounds. And if it can't, then ''Flyingfish'' will keep looking for another piece of treasure that can be recovered from dangerous enemies...

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	[[Azoth#Heralds\|''Distillations'']] of [[Azoth\|''the Azoth'']] emerge from the Imperial Regio clad in fur and feathers of swirling ochre, shimmering jade and shifting red. Resembling [[Kallavesi\|Kallavesi]] [[Mystic\|mystics]] though bearing an orcish mein, the heralds are at first mistaken for unannounced [[Jotun]] emissaries. If the visitors have an opinion on this reaction, it is well hidden beneath a cool, almost inert demeanour.		[[Azoth#Heralds\|''Distillations'']] of [[Azoth\|''the Azoth'']] emerge from the Imperial Regio clad in fur and feathers of swirling ochre, shimmering jade and shifting red. Resembling [[Kallavesi\|Kallavesi]] [[Mystic\|mystics]] though bearing an orcish mein, the heralds are at first mistaken for unannounced [[Jotun]] emissaries. If the visitors have an opinion on this reaction, it is well hidden beneath a cool, almost inert demeanour.

	Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[Key_of_dreams#~~Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20~~(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.		Once the matter is resolved, the agents of ''the Rebis'' explain the purpose of their visit: that the Azoth understands that during the spring equinox the [[Archmage_of_Night#Recent Elections\|Archmage of Night]] was extracted from their role and so, by extension from the [[Key_of_dreams#Finder_of_Paths_Unseen_(Night)\|crucible of change offered as plenipotentiary]]. With the formula so adjusted, the heralds continue, it seems that impurities did arise from the mix which diminished the whole.

	The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Cat's_Graces#Maestro\|Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.		The most polluting of these is that the Archmage was charged by [[Sung]] to instil mystery into the [[EmpireWiki:Key_of_dreams#Finder%20of%20Paths%20Unseen%20(Night)\|Shadow Souk]] through the commissioning of musicians. Azoth knows that musicians did play within the chamber and that their playing did indeed serve as a suitable catalyst. However, it is not clear whether these elements were properly compensated for their aural alchemy with gifts provided by the ''Rainbow Serpent'' to the Archmage for this purpose. ''The Great Work'' has offered to provide the [[Cat's_Graces#Maestro\|Maestro]] of the [[Cat's Graces]] a lump sum of twenty [[crystal fire]] if they're willing to promise to ensure it goes to those musicians who attended. If they are willing to agree to this, they should cast [[operate portal]] on the regio at the Summer Solstice, using three names of the ''Rebis'' and agreeing to the arrangement.