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	* There is an opportunity for small bands of fighters to take part in a legendary challenge		* There is an opportunity for small bands of fighters to take part in a legendary challenge
	* An invitation to those captains of Military Units who fought alongside the Knights of Glory in the past season from Eleonaris		* An invitation to those captains of Military Units who fought alongside the Knights of Glory in the past season from Eleonaris
	The Herald who brought the message wore dark armour, and delivered their words curtly and with small fanfare though loud voice. They told that all the portents have been unfurling across the Summer ~~Realm~~ foretell that a much storied fortress that lies between the Forest of Arden and the mortal realm is opening. Known as the Fort on the Edge of the Forest, it is accessed by unique keys that can be used in conjunction with any Summer [[regio]]. These keys have begun surfacing, and it is known that each will open the portal to the fort at one time, and one time only.		The Herald who brought the message wore dark armour, and delivered their words curtly and with small fanfare though loud voice. They told that all the portents have been unfurling across the Summer realm foretell that a much storied fortress that lies between the Forest of Arden and the mortal realm is opening. Known as the Fort on the Edge of the Forest, it is accessed by unique keys that can be used in conjunction with any Summer [[regio]]. These keys have begun surfacing, and it is known that each will open the portal to the fort at one time, and one time only.

	The Herald advises all who would win such a Key to seek out Summer [[eternal\|eternals]], or those who know them well, and to seek also the troubadours and storytellers who can share with them the story of the Fort and its chamber.		The Herald advises all who would win such a Key to seek out Summer [[eternal\|eternals]], or those who know them well, and to seek also the troubadours and storytellers who can share with them the story of the Fort and its chamber.

	The [[Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]] has been prevailed upon to investigate some of their records, and report that there are quite a collection of tales relating to the Fort on the Edge of the Forest, stretching back several centuries at least. A few themes seem to thread their way through most of these tales.		The [[Historical research#The Department of Historical Research\|Department of Historical Research]] has been prevailed upon to investigate some of their records, and report that there are quite a collection of tales relating to the Fort on the Edge of the Forest, stretching back several centuries at least. A few themes seem to thread their way through most of these tales.

	* There is riddling involved, to gain the right to fight the Champion		* There is riddling involved, to gain the right to fight the Champion

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	==Eternal Magic==		==Eternal Magic==
	===The Gift of Kaela===		===The Gift of Kaela===
	During the Autumn Equinox, the [[eternal]] [[Kaela]] was [[382YE_Autumn_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Amity:_Kaela\|granted]] [[amity and enmity\|amity]] by the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]]. This allowed her to reach out her cold hand to the Empire and offer them her gift - a gift she has also offered to Imperial citizens outside Imperial borders.		During the Autumn Equinox, the [[eternal]] [[Kaela]] was [[382YE_Autumn_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Amity:_Kaela\|granted]] [[amity and enmity\|amity]] by the [[Conclave]]. This allowed her to reach out her cold hand to the Empire and offer them her gift - a gift she has also offered to Imperial citizens outside Imperial borders.

	Secured through a bargain with the Winter Archmage, the gift allows any Imperial citizen in the hands of the [[Druj]] to choose to die painlessly. No corpse remains for the Druj to defile, to impale, or to use to taunt the living - the body turns to dust and ashes. This gift extends across the entire eastern Empire, and into the Mallum, [[Zenith]], and [[the Barrens]].		Secured through a bargain with the Winter Archmage, the gift allows any Imperial citizen in the hands of the [[Druj]] to choose to die painlessly. No corpse remains for the Druj to defile, to impale, or to use to taunt the living - the body turns to dust and ashes. This gift extends across the entire eastern Empire, and into the Mallum, [[Zenith]], and [[the Barrens]].
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	His heralds - very unofficially - report that his main concern at the moment seems to be the insistence of the [[Faraden]] magician families that he share with them the secret of defeating the iridescent gloaming blight that has devastated their nation. They apparently know that he has some knowledge of how to do so, or access to a cure, and are increasingly concerned that he will not share it with them. The problem is that the cure is not entirely Sadogua's to share - having been achieved as a joint effort between himself and Imperial magicians. If the blight is cured in Faraden, then the western nation will quickly be able to replenish its supplies of the valuable material - meaning more will be available to be offered to Sadogua for his aid obviously - but that will likely have a deleterious effect on the [[Gloaming Road]] among other tings.		His heralds - very unofficially - report that his main concern at the moment seems to be the insistence of the [[Faraden]] magician families that he share with them the secret of defeating the iridescent gloaming blight that has devastated their nation. They apparently know that he has some knowledge of how to do so, or access to a cure, and are increasingly concerned that he will not share it with them. The problem is that the cure is not entirely Sadogua's to share - having been achieved as a joint effort between himself and Imperial magicians. If the blight is cured in Faraden, then the western nation will quickly be able to replenish its supplies of the valuable material - meaning more will be available to be offered to Sadogua for his aid obviously - but that will likely have a deleterious effect on the [[Gloaming Road]] among other tings.

	Never one to exert himself when there is a lazy solution, he has placed responsibility for deciding how to proceed on the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]]. Sadogua will not share the grubs he has harvested that will produce a strain of Iridescent butterfly that is immune to the blight unless the Conclave gives him explicit permission to do so via the medium of a [[Concord\|Declaration of Concord]]. He won't even tell the Faraden for sure that the grubs exist and he is waiting on the Empire to give him permission to share them. Not unless the Faraden get really insistent.		Never one to exert himself when there is a lazy solution, he has placed responsibility for deciding how to proceed on the [[Conclave]]. Sadogua will not share the grubs he has harvested that will produce a strain of Iridescent butterfly that is immune to the blight unless the Conclave gives him explicit permission to do so via the medium of a [[Concord\|Declaration of Concord]]. He won't even tell the Faraden for sure that the grubs exist and he is waiting on the Empire to give him permission to share them. Not unless the Faraden get really insistent.

	(Which, entirely off the record, the heralds suggest won't be until at least the Summer Solstice as the Father of Bats' time is mostly taken up at the moment with the rapidly deteriorating health of his friend Richard of Holberg).		(Which, entirely off the record, the heralds suggest won't be until at least the Summer Solstice as the Father of Bats' time is mostly taken up at the moment with the rapidly deteriorating health of his friend Richard of Holberg).
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	Garrett the Advocate, herald of the ''Moonsilver Prince'' wishes to make clear their intent to arrive in Anvil at six hours past noon on the first day of the summit. Garrett will wish to speak with the Archmage of Summer before leaving to visit with other attendees of the summit. One matter he is particularly keen to learn more of regards the events recently taking place at the [[Sermersuaq#The_Meeting_Place\|Meeting Place]]. Jaheris is interested in what happened, and has offered a boon to the one who comes forward to make themselves known as having smashed the [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Echoes_of_Thunder\|stone]]. Garett the Advocate appreciates the need for discretion, and looks forward to seeing what precautions the perpetrator can take to avoid exposing themselves unnecessarily.		Garrett the Advocate, herald of the ''Moonsilver Prince'' wishes to make clear their intent to arrive in Anvil at six hours past noon on the first day of the summit. Garrett will wish to speak with the Archmage of Summer before leaving to visit with other attendees of the summit. One matter he is particularly keen to learn more of regards the events recently taking place at the [[Sermersuaq#The_Meeting_Place\|Meeting Place]]. Jaheris is interested in what happened, and has offered a boon to the one who comes forward to make themselves known as having smashed the [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Echoes_of_Thunder\|stone]]. Garett the Advocate appreciates the need for discretion, and looks forward to seeing what precautions the perpetrator can take to avoid exposing themselves unnecessarily.
	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	The [[Senate]] chose not to engage with [[Eleonaris\|Eleonaris']] [[#The_Favour_of_Eleonaris\|request]]. The [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]] discussed the [[The_mystic,_the_willful#The_Grumblings_of_Sadogua\|deal offered by Sadogua]] and [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Sadogua_and_Terunael\|declined]] his offer of magic rings. They also chose [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Saddogua_and_Iridescent_Butterflies\|not to instruct him]] to provide a cure for the Iridescent Blight to the [[Faraden]].		The [[Senate]] chose not to engage with [[Eleonaris\|Eleonaris']] [[#The_Favour_of_Eleonaris\|request]]. The [[Conclave]] discussed the [[The_mystic,_the_willful#The_Grumblings_of_Sadogua\|deal offered by Sadogua]] and [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Sadogua_and_Terunael\|declined]] his offer of magic rings. They also chose [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Saddogua_and_Iridescent_Butterflies\|not to instruct him]] to provide a cure for the Iridescent Blight to the [[Faraden]].

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	Garrett the Advocate, herald of the ''Moonsilver Prince'' wishes to make clear their intent to arrive in Anvil at six hours past noon on the first day of the summit. Garrett will wish to speak with the Archmage of Summer before leaving to visit with other attendees of the summit. One matter he is particularly keen to learn more of regards the events recently taking place at the [[Sermersuaq#The_Meeting_Place\|Meeting Place]]. Jaheris is interested in what happened, and has offered a boon to the one who comes forward to make themselves known as having smashed the [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Echoes_of_Thunder\|stone]]. Garett the Advocate appreciates the need for discretion, and looks forward to seeing what precautions the perpetrator can take to avoid exposing themselves unnecessarily.		Garrett the Advocate, herald of the ''Moonsilver Prince'' wishes to make clear their intent to arrive in Anvil at six hours past noon on the first day of the summit. Garrett will wish to speak with the Archmage of Summer before leaving to visit with other attendees of the summit. One matter he is particularly keen to learn more of regards the events recently taking place at the [[Sermersuaq#The_Meeting_Place\|Meeting Place]]. Jaheris is interested in what happened, and has offered a boon to the one who comes forward to make themselves known as having smashed the [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Echoes_of_Thunder\|stone]]. Garett the Advocate appreciates the need for discretion, and looks forward to seeing what precautions the perpetrator can take to avoid exposing themselves unnecessarily.
	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	The [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] chose not to engage with [[Eleonaris\|Eleonaris']] [[#The_Favour_of_Eleonaris\|request]]. The [[Imperial Conclave]] discussed the [[The_mystic,_the_willful#The_Grumblings_of_Sadogua\|deal offered by Sadogua]] and [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Sadogua_and_Terunael\|declined]] his offer of magic rings. They also chose [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Saddogua_and_Iridescent_Butterflies\|not to instruct him]] to provide a cure for the Iridescent Blight to the [[Faraden]].		The [[Senate]] chose not to engage with [[Eleonaris\|Eleonaris']] [[#The_Favour_of_Eleonaris\|request]]. The [[Imperial Conclave]] discussed the [[The_mystic,_the_willful#The_Grumblings_of_Sadogua\|deal offered by Sadogua]] and [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Sadogua_and_Terunael\|declined]] his offer of magic rings. They also chose [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Saddogua_and_Iridescent_Butterflies\|not to instruct him]] to provide a cure for the Iridescent Blight to the [[Faraden]].

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	After the Autumn Equinox powerful enchantments settle over two partially-completed [[fortification\|fortifications]], the [[Construct_the_Salt_Guard\|Salt Guard]] in [[Madruga#Siroc\|Siroc]] and the [[Fortify_Coursmouth\|new castle]] being built at [[Necropolis#Coursmouth\|Coursmouth]] in [[Necropolis]]. This powerful [[Autumn magic]] - a gift from the [[Principalities of Jarm]] - greatly speeds the construction, allowing the labourers to achieve as much in three months as would normally have taken them six months. The enchantment fades, of course, but both castles are now well on their way toward being completed. Both these potent enchantments were placed by the Urizen coven ''The Concordium of Pallas''.		After the Autumn Equinox powerful enchantments settle over two partially-completed [[fortification\|fortifications]], the [[Construct_the_Salt_Guard\|Salt Guard]] in [[Madruga#Siroc\|Siroc]] and the [[Fortify_Coursmouth\|new castle]] being built at [[Necropolis#Coursmouth\|Coursmouth]] in [[Necropolis]]. This powerful [[Autumn magic]] - a gift from the [[Principalities of Jarm]] - greatly speeds the construction, allowing the labourers to achieve as much in three months as would normally have taken them six months. The enchantment fades, of course, but both castles are now well on their way toward being completed. Both these potent enchantments were placed by the Urizen coven ''The Concordium of Pallas''.
	===Miracles in Lightsea===		===Miracles in Lightsea===
	During the Grendel invasion of the Brass Coast, after they conquered [[Madruga#~~Atalya~~\|~~Atalya~~]] and burned the Freeborn Storm, their forces pressed on to the eastern shores of the Brass Coast. They raided the [[Madruga#Lightsea\|port of Quzar]], looting and causing extensive damage. Much of the damage has been repaired by mundane means in the months since, but since the Autumn Equinox is it clear that further steps have been taken to ensure the lingering effects of the Grendel invasion are wiped away. Powerful [[Autumn magic]] raised by the [[Urizen\|Urizeni]] ''Concordium of Pallas'' infuses the area of the port, enhancing every mundane act of repair or maintenance; serendipitous accidents result in just the right tools and materials being available; a low-key urge to repair and fix anything broken overcomes many of the citizens. By the start of the Winter solstice, all signs that the Grendel were ever there are wiped away.		During the Grendel invasion of the Brass Coast, after they conquered [[Madruga#Atalaya\|Atalaya]] and burned the Freeborn Storm, their forces pressed on to the eastern shores of the Brass Coast. They raided the [[Madruga#Lightsea\|port of Quzar]], looting and causing extensive damage. Much of the damage has been repaired by mundane means in the months since, but since the Autumn Equinox is it clear that further steps have been taken to ensure the lingering effects of the Grendel invasion are wiped away. Powerful [[Autumn magic]] raised by the [[Urizen\|Urizeni]] ''Concordium of Pallas'' infuses the area of the port, enhancing every mundane act of repair or maintenance; serendipitous accidents result in just the right tools and materials being available; a low-key urge to repair and fix anything broken overcomes many of the citizens. By the start of the Winter solstice, all signs that the Grendel were ever there are wiped away.

	==In-Between Magic==		==In-Between Magic==

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	Shortly after the Autumn Equinox, however, the stars over [[Holberg]] began to wink out one at a time. Within a week of the Equinox, the entire night sky was empty save for the moon. Another potent shroud, infused with hungry darkness.		Shortly after the Autumn Equinox, however, the stars over [[Holberg]] began to wink out one at a time. Within a week of the Equinox, the entire night sky was empty save for the moon. Another potent shroud, infused with hungry darkness.

	Rituals such as [[Eyes of the Sun and Moon]], [[Eye of the High Places]], and [[Dreams in the Witch House]] performed on one of these territories are impeded. The strength of the shrouds over the Barrens, and Zenith are ''assumed'' to be around the fiftieth magnitude, but there is no widespread information about whether that is the case. Given that magical scholars predict that the shroud over the Barrens should have faded at the same time as that over Semmerholm, it is likely ~~that~~ that one at least has been recast, potentially at a higher magnitude. The shroud over Zenith is expected to fade at the start of the Spring Equinox 383YE, but it seems likely the Druj - if they are indeed the source of this magic - will likewise lay their blanket of shadows over that stolen territory again.		Rituals such as [[Eyes of the Sun and Moon]], [[Eye of the High Places]], and [[Dreams in the Witch House]] performed on one of these territories are impeded. The strength of the shrouds over the Barrens, and Zenith are ''assumed'' to be around the fiftieth magnitude, but there is no widespread information about whether that is the case. Given that magical scholars predict that the shroud over the Barrens should have faded at the same time as that over Semmerholm, it is likely that one at least has been recast, potentially at a higher magnitude. The shroud over Zenith is expected to fade at the start of the Spring Equinox 383YE, but it seems likely the Druj - if they are indeed the source of this magic - will likewise lay their blanket of shadows over that stolen territory again.
	====Naga influence====		====Naga influence====
	Any [[naga]] who has spent significant time in any of the three remaining territories where the stars are still hidden experiences the following roleplaying effect; ''your [[Naga#Naga#Roleplaying_naga\|natural urge]] toward subtlety and secretiveness is greatly strengthened. Naga in general relish being mysterious and secretive, but while experiencing this potent roleplaying effect you may need to make a significant effort of will to answer direct questions or be honest about your intentions.''		Any [[naga]] who has spent significant time in any of the three remaining territories where the stars are still hidden experiences the following roleplaying effect; ''your [[Naga#Naga#Roleplaying_naga\|natural urge]] toward subtlety and secretiveness is greatly strengthened. Naga in general relish being mysterious and secretive, but while experiencing this potent roleplaying effect you may need to make a significant effort of will to answer direct questions or be honest about your intentions.''

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	These enchantments have been a great aid to the Empire in recent years. It is surprising it has taken quite so long for certain questions to be asked, however. While the connection between the Queen of Ice and Darkness and her frigid fortifications are well know, it is not so clear which eternal provides the defences conjured from the dripping fen, or [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|forged from the forest]]. Some magicians seem keen to find out, others caution that perhaps this information is kept hidden for a reason.		These enchantments have been a great aid to the Empire in recent years. It is surprising it has taken quite so long for certain questions to be asked, however. While the connection between the Queen of Ice and Darkness and her frigid fortifications are well know, it is not so clear which eternal provides the defences conjured from the dripping fen, or [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|forged from the forest]]. Some magicians seem keen to find out, others caution that perhaps this information is kept hidden for a reason.
	===Winter Hounds===		===Winter Hounds===
	A week before the Winter Solstice, reports begin to emerge ~~fro~~ [[Morrow#Altis\|Altis]] in [[Morrow]] of great wolf-like creatures larger than two oxen stood one atop the other. Pale as driven snow, with eyes darker than the night, they emerge from the Winter [[regio]] ''The Regio of the Hound'' on the first night of the waxing moon. The wolves are no rampaging beasts; rather they appear to be possessed of human-like intellect. They protect the regio and begin to range out across the entire territory, seemingly able to move at terrible speed once the sun sets.		A week before the Winter Solstice, reports begin to emerge from [[Morrow#Altis\|Altis]] in [[Morrow]] of great wolf-like creatures larger than two oxen stood one atop the other. Pale as driven snow, with eyes darker than the night, they emerge from the Winter [[regio]] ''The Regio of the Hound'' on the first night of the waxing moon. The wolves are no rampaging beasts; rather they appear to be possessed of human-like intellect. They protect the regio and begin to range out across the entire territory, seemingly able to move at terrible speed once the sun sets.

	Their presence has an unexpected effect on [[draughir]] across the territory. Their howls drift out of the waking world and echo in the dreams of those who possess the blood of winter, stirring in them a desire to band together and making them extremely protective of family and friends.		Their presence has an unexpected effect on [[draughir]] across the territory. Their howls drift out of the waking world and echo in the dreams of those who possess the blood of winter, stirring in them a desire to band together and making them extremely protective of family and friends.
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	Garrett the Advocate, herald of the ''Moonsilver Prince'' wishes to make clear their intent to arrive in Anvil at six hours past noon on the first day of the summit. Garrett will wish to speak with the Archmage of Summer before leaving to visit with other attendees of the summit. One matter he is particularly keen to learn more of regards the events recently taking place at the [[Sermersuaq#The_Meeting_Place\|Meeting Place]]. Jaheris is interested in what happened, and has offered a boon to the one who comes forward to make themselves known as having smashed the [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Echoes_of_Thunder\|stone]]. Garett the Advocate appreciates the need for discretion, and looks forward to seeing what precautions the perpetrator can take to avoid exposing themselves unnecessarily.		Garrett the Advocate, herald of the ''Moonsilver Prince'' wishes to make clear their intent to arrive in Anvil at six hours past noon on the first day of the summit. Garrett will wish to speak with the Archmage of Summer before leaving to visit with other attendees of the summit. One matter he is particularly keen to learn more of regards the events recently taking place at the [[Sermersuaq#The_Meeting_Place\|Meeting Place]]. Jaheris is interested in what happened, and has offered a boon to the one who comes forward to make themselves known as having smashed the [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_winds_of_war#Echoes_of_Thunder\|stone]]. Garett the Advocate appreciates the need for discretion, and looks forward to seeing what precautions the perpetrator can take to avoid exposing themselves unnecessarily.
	==Resolution==		==Resolution==
	The [[Imperial Senate]] chose not to engage with [[Eleonaris\|~~Elonaris~~']] [[#The_Favour_of_Eleonaris\|request]]. The [[Imperial Conclave]] discussed the [[The_mystic,_the_willful#The_Grumblings_of_Sadogua\|deal offered by Sadogua]] and [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Sadogua_and_Terunael\|declined]] his offer of magic rings. They also chose [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Saddogua_and_Iridescent_Butterflies\|not to instruct him]] to provide a cure for the Iridescent Blight to the [[Faraden]].		The [[Imperial Senate]] chose not to engage with [[Eleonaris\|Eleonaris']] [[#The_Favour_of_Eleonaris\|request]]. The [[Imperial Conclave]] discussed the [[The_mystic,_the_willful#The_Grumblings_of_Sadogua\|deal offered by Sadogua]] and [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Sadogua_and_Terunael\|declined]] his offer of magic rings. They also chose [[382YE_Winter_Solstice_Conclave_sessions#Concord_:_Saddogua_and_Iridescent_Butterflies\|not to instruct him]] to provide a cure for the Iridescent Blight to the [[Faraden]].

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	===Castles in the Mist===		===Castles in the Mist===
	* Magical citadels have been raised in the hills of [[Hahnmark]] and [[Kahraman]]; in the marshes of [[Kallavesa]]; and around the [[Morrow#Canterspire\|Canterspire]] in [[Morrow]].		* Magical citadels have been raised in the hills of [[Hahnmark]] and [[Kahraman]]; in the marshes of [[Kallavesa]]; and around the [[Morrow#Canterspire\|Canterspire]] in [[Morrow]].
	There are three potent [[enchantment\|enchantments]] known to Imperial magicians that draw magic from the eternal realms to create powerful [[fortification\|fortifications]] in the mortal realm. This season the [[Imperial Orcs\|Imperial Orc]] [[coven]] of the ''Ancestor's Heralds'' called forth one of [[Cathan Canae\|Cathan Canae's]] [[Frozen Citadel of Cathan Canae\|frozen castles of stone and ice]] in the [[Hahnmark#Northspires\|Northspires]] of [[Hahnmark]]. At the same time the ''Eternal Family'' of [[Navarr]] placed a similar citadel to stand guard over [[Kahraman#Serra Damata\|Serra Damata]] in [[Kahraman]] - sentinel against the possible return of the [[Jotun]] invaders. Between the two, in the damp lowlands of [[Kallavesa]], the ''Sussivari Frost Coven'' raised a [[Dripping Echoes of the Fen\|castle of fog-and-shadows]], deftly woven from subtle [[Night magic]]. The citadels fade with the coming of the Winter Solstice, but while they stand they protect the lands where they are summoned and provide safe haven for defenders and ~~travelers~~ alike.		There are three potent [[enchantment\|enchantments]] known to Imperial magicians that draw magic from the eternal realms to create powerful [[fortification\|fortifications]] in the mortal realm. This season the [[Imperial Orcs\|Imperial Orc]] [[coven]] of the ''Ancestor's Heralds'' called forth one of [[Cathan Canae\|Cathan Canae's]] [[Frozen Citadel of Cathan Canae\|frozen castles of stone and ice]] in the [[Hahnmark#Northspires\|Northspires]] of [[Hahnmark]]. At the same time the ''Eternal Family'' of [[Navarr]] placed a similar citadel to stand guard over [[Kahraman#Serra Damata\|Serra Damata]] in [[Kahraman]] - sentinel against the possible return of the [[Jotun]] invaders. Between the two, in the damp lowlands of [[Kallavesa]], the ''Sussivari Frost Coven'' raised a [[Dripping Echoes of the Fen\|castle of fog-and-shadows]], deftly woven from subtle [[Night magic]]. The citadels fade with the coming of the Winter Solstice, but while they stand they protect the lands where they are summoned and provide safe haven for defenders and travellers alike.

	At the same time, the magicians of Urizen, led by the ''Spire of the Auric Horizon'' work a potent ritual of [[Day magic]] to bring the power of [[Phaleron]] to bear in [[Morrow]], transforming the [[Morrow#Canterspire\|Canterspire]] into a shining fortress of crystal guarded by terrible sentinels. Its magic likewise beings to fade as the Winter Solstice approaches, but Phaleron has apparently suggested that it will offer its aid to the Urizen once more - given there are still Druj in the territory.		At the same time, the magicians of Urizen, led by the ''Spire of the Auric Horizon'' work a potent ritual of [[Day magic]] to bring the power of [[Phaleron]] to bear in [[Morrow]], transforming the [[Morrow#Canterspire\|Canterspire]] into a shining fortress of crystal guarded by terrible sentinels. Its magic likewise beings to fade as the Winter Solstice approaches, but Phaleron has apparently suggested that it will offer its aid to the Urizen once more - given there are still Druj in the territory.

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	===The Favour of Eleonaris===		===The Favour of Eleonaris===
	The power of the [[Knights of Glory]] is one the Empire has made use of in the past, but over the last six months it has called forth more of [[Eleonaris\|~~Elonaris~~']] knights than had been summoned in the entire six ''years'' prior. This season alone, they have fought the Jotun in Sermersuaq, and the Druj in both Morrow and Ossium. The power of the glorious elfin knights and their fae yeofolk has surely helped the Empire achieve victories that might otherwise have eluded them. There is only one place the knights will not fight - since they were exposed to the horror that lurks at the heart of [[Spiral#Screed\|Screed]] they will not fight in [[Spiral]].		The power of the [[Knights of Glory]] is one the Empire has made use of in the past, but over the last six months it has called forth more of [[Eleonaris\|Eleonaris']] knights than had been summoned in the entire six ''years'' prior. This season alone, they have fought the Jotun in Sermersuaq, and the Druj in both Morrow and Ossium. The power of the glorious elfin knights and their fae yeofolk has surely helped the Empire achieve victories that might otherwise have eluded them. There is only one place the knights will not fight - since they were exposed to the horror that lurks at the heart of [[Spiral#Screed\|Screed]] they will not fight in [[Spiral]].

	Eleonaris has an emissary to the Empire - the Leonine Child - of whom more anon. In the last month, however, she has sent another of her heralds to the Empire - a gruff and bombastic herald in the literal sense - a messenger who speaks with her voice. She is gladdened that the Empire embraces the glory of her knights. This herald, named ''Nezha'', indicates that the ''Sovereign in Scarlet and Gold'' would be greatly pleased in the Empire were to show its gratitude for her aid by building her a monument celebrating the shared triumphs of the knights of the Fields of Glory and the heroic warriors of the Empire.		Eleonaris has an emissary to the Empire - the Leonine Child - of whom more anon. In the last month, however, she has sent another of her heralds to the Empire - a gruff and bombastic herald in the literal sense - a messenger who speaks with her voice. She is gladdened that the Empire embraces the glory of her knights. This herald, named ''Nezha'', indicates that the ''Sovereign in Scarlet and Gold'' would be greatly pleased in the Empire were to show its gratitude for her aid by building her a monument celebrating the shared triumphs of the knights of the Fields of Glory and the heroic warriors of the Empire.

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	For a year or so the only Herald the [[Barien\|Lord of the Crossroads]] sent to Anvil in relation to the unusual ritual Challenge the Iron Duke seemed to be the famed [[Barien#Castellan\|Castellan]]. In recent seasons that has changed, and a new figure is regularly representing the Reeve of the Summer Lands. On the surface, Revel seems to share the calmer demeanour of the Keeper of Challenges. He is polite, he is soberly - though exquisitely - dressed in robes of grey and blue. They are a Herald who very much represents the hosting and hospitality that the Iron Duke is famed for. This may reflect the fact that over the past seasons a number of challenges have been set where the challenger was tasked to provide - or commission - accounts of their deeds over a duration of time to the Keeper of Revels himself.		For a year or so the only Herald the [[Barien\|Lord of the Crossroads]] sent to Anvil in relation to the unusual ritual Challenge the Iron Duke seemed to be the famed [[Barien#Castellan\|Castellan]]. In recent seasons that has changed, and a new figure is regularly representing the Reeve of the Summer Lands. On the surface, Revel seems to share the calmer demeanour of the Keeper of Challenges. He is polite, he is soberly - though exquisitely - dressed in robes of grey and blue. They are a Herald who very much represents the hosting and hospitality that the Iron Duke is famed for. This may reflect the fact that over the past seasons a number of challenges have been set where the challenger was tasked to provide - or commission - accounts of their deeds over a duration of time to the Keeper of Revels himself.

	Whatever the reason, Revel is formal in his use of the civil servants at the Castle of Thorns. He asks them to note that he intends to visit Anvil at around ten on the Friday evening of the Solstice, and return again at around half past one in the afternoon on the Sunday. In both instances, he notes that he intends to seek out hospitality among those who have most recently called for [[Challenge the Iron Duke\|Challenges]] - The Eternal Family of Navarr. If they are unavailable he will seek shelter at the famed Bitterbark Teahouse of the same nation. Should any who need to to meet with him not be able to seek him there, they could leave messages with the Navarr.		Whatever the reason, Revel is formal in his use of the civil servants at the Castle of Thorns. He asks them to note that he intends to visit Anvil at around ten on the Friday evening of the Solstice, and return again at around half past one in the afternoon on the Sunday. In both instances, he notes that he intends to seek out hospitality among those who have most recently called for [[Challenge the Iron Duke\|Challenges]] - The Eternal Family of Navarr. If they are unavailable he will seek shelter at the famed Bitterbark Teahouse of the same nation. Should any who need to meet with him not be able to seek him there, they could leave messages with the Navarr.

	In order not to waste anyone's time, Revel asks the Civil Service to note that he does not have any keys to Brianna's Chamber in his possession, the only key his master held has been sent, in advance, to the [[The Academy\|Imperial Academy]] for the use of their Cadets.		In order not to waste anyone's time, Revel asks the Civil Service to note that he does not have any keys to Brianna's Chamber in his possession, the only key his master held has been sent, in advance, to the [[The Academy\|Imperial Academy]] for the use of their Cadets.

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	For a year or so the only Herald the [[Barien\|Lord of the Crossroads]] sent to Anvil in relation to the unusual ritual Challenge the Iron Duke seemed to be the famed [[Barien#Castellan\|Castellan]]. In recent seasons that has changed, and a new figure is regularly representing the Reeve of the Summer Lands. On the surface, Revel seems to share the calmer demeanour of the Keeper of Challenges. He is polite, he is soberly - though exquisitely - dressed in robes of grey and blue. They are a Herald who very much represents the hosting and hospitality that the Iron Duke is famed for. This may reflect the fact that over the past seasons a number of challenges have been set where the challenger was tasked to provide - or commission - accounts of their deeds over a duration of time to the Keeper of Revels himself.		For a year or so the only Herald the [[Barien\|Lord of the Crossroads]] sent to Anvil in relation to the unusual ritual Challenge the Iron Duke seemed to be the famed [[Barien#Castellan\|Castellan]]. In recent seasons that has changed, and a new figure is regularly representing the Reeve of the Summer Lands. On the surface, Revel seems to share the calmer demeanour of the Keeper of Challenges. He is polite, he is soberly - though exquisitely - dressed in robes of grey and blue. They are a Herald who very much represents the hosting and hospitality that the Iron Duke is famed for. This may reflect the fact that over the past seasons a number of challenges have been set where the challenger was tasked to provide - or commission - accounts of their deeds over a duration of time to the Keeper of Revels himself.

	Whatever the reason, Revel is formal in his use of the civil servants at the Castle of Thorns. He asks them to note that he intends to visit Anvil at around ten on the Friday evening of the Solstice, and return again at around half past one in the afternoon on the Sunday. In both instances, he notes that he intends to seek out hospitality among those who have most recently called for [[Challenge the Iron Duke\|Challenges]] - The Eternal Family of Navarr. If they are unavailable he will seek shelter at the famed Bitterbark Teahouse of the same nation. Should any who need to to meet with him not be able to seek him there, they could leave messages with the Navarr.		Whatever the reason, Revel is formal in his use of the civil servants at the Castle of Thorns. He asks them to note that he intends to visit Anvil at around ten on the Friday evening of the Solstice, and return again at around half past one in the afternoon on the Sunday. In both instances, he notes that he intends to seek out hospitality among those who have most recently called for [[Challenge the Iron Duke\|Challenges]] - The Eternal Family of Navarr. If they are unavailable he will seek shelter at the famed Bitterbark Teahouse of the same nation. Should any who need to meet with him not be able to seek him there, they could leave messages with the Navarr.

	In order not to waste anyone's time, Revel asks the Civil Service to note that he does not have any keys to Brianna's Chamber in his possession, the only key his master held has been sent, in advance, to the [[The Academy\|Imperial Academy]] for the use of their Cadets.		In order not to waste anyone's time, Revel asks the Civil Service to note that he does not have any keys to Brianna's Chamber in his possession, the only key his master held has been sent, in advance, to the [[The Academy\|Imperial Academy]] for the use of their Cadets.

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	There are three potent [[enchantment\|enchantments]] known to Imperial magicians that draw magic from the eternal realms to create powerful [[fortification\|fortifications]] in the mortal realm. This season the [[Imperial Orcs\|Imperial Orc]] [[coven]] of the ''Ancestor's Heralds'' called forth one of [[Cathan Canae\|Cathan Canae's]] [[Frozen Citadel of Cathan Canae\|frozen castles of stone and ice]] in the [[Hahnmark#Northspires\|Northspires]] of [[Hahnmark]]. At the same time the ''Eternal Family'' of [[Navarr]] placed a similar citadel to stand guard over [[Kahraman#Serra Damata\|Serra Damata]] in [[Kahraman]] - sentinel against the possible return of the [[Jotun]] invaders. Between the two, in the damp lowlands of [[Kallavesa]], the ''Sussivari Frost Coven'' raised a [[Dripping Echoes of the Fen\|castle of fog-and-shadows]], deftly woven from subtle [[Night magic]]. The citadels fade with the coming of the Winter Solstice, but while they stand they protect the lands where they are summoned and provide safe haven for defenders and travelers alike.		There are three potent [[enchantment\|enchantments]] known to Imperial magicians that draw magic from the eternal realms to create powerful [[fortification\|fortifications]] in the mortal realm. This season the [[Imperial Orcs\|Imperial Orc]] [[coven]] of the ''Ancestor's Heralds'' called forth one of [[Cathan Canae\|Cathan Canae's]] [[Frozen Citadel of Cathan Canae\|frozen castles of stone and ice]] in the [[Hahnmark#Northspires\|Northspires]] of [[Hahnmark]]. At the same time the ''Eternal Family'' of [[Navarr]] placed a similar citadel to stand guard over [[Kahraman#Serra Damata\|Serra Damata]] in [[Kahraman]] - sentinel against the possible return of the [[Jotun]] invaders. Between the two, in the damp lowlands of [[Kallavesa]], the ''Sussivari Frost Coven'' raised a [[Dripping Echoes of the Fen\|castle of fog-and-shadows]], deftly woven from subtle [[Night magic]]. The citadels fade with the coming of the Winter Solstice, but while they stand they protect the lands where they are summoned and provide safe haven for defenders and travelers alike.

	At the same time, the magicians of Urizen, ~~lead~~ by the ''Spire of the Auric Horizon'' work a potent ritual of [[Day magic]] to bring the power of [[Phaleron]] to bear in [[Morrow]], transforming the [[Morrow#Canterspire\|Canterspire]] into a shining fortress of crystal guarded by terrible sentinels. Its magic likewise beings to fade as the Winter Solstice approaches, but Phaleron has apparently suggested that it will offer its aid to the Urizen once more - given there are still Druj in the territory.		At the same time, the magicians of Urizen, led by the ''Spire of the Auric Horizon'' work a potent ritual of [[Day magic]] to bring the power of [[Phaleron]] to bear in [[Morrow]], transforming the [[Morrow#Canterspire\|Canterspire]] into a shining fortress of crystal guarded by terrible sentinels. Its magic likewise beings to fade as the Winter Solstice approaches, but Phaleron has apparently suggested that it will offer its aid to the Urizen once more - given there are still Druj in the territory.

	These enchantments have been a great aid to the Empire in recent years. It is surprising it has taken quite so long for certain questions to be asked, however. While the connection between the Queen of Ice and Darkness and her frigid fortifications are well know, it is not so clear which eternal provides the defences conjured from the dripping fen, or [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|forged from the forest]]. Some magicians seem keen to find out, others caution that perhaps this information is kept hidden for a reason.		These enchantments have been a great aid to the Empire in recent years. It is surprising it has taken quite so long for certain questions to be asked, however. While the connection between the Queen of Ice and Darkness and her frigid fortifications are well know, it is not so clear which eternal provides the defences conjured from the dripping fen, or [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|forged from the forest]]. Some magicians seem keen to find out, others caution that perhaps this information is kept hidden for a reason.
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	A week before the Winter Solstice, reports begin to emerge fro [[Morrow#Altis\|Altis]] in [[Morrow]] of great wolf-like creatures larger than two oxen stood one atop the other. Pale as driven snow, with eyes darker than the night, they emerge from the Winter [[regio]] ''The Regio of the Hound'' on the first night of the waxing moon. The wolves are no rampaging beasts; rather they appear to be possessed of human-like intellect. They protect the regio and begin to range out across the entire territory, seemingly able to move at terrible speed once the sun sets.		A week before the Winter Solstice, reports begin to emerge fro [[Morrow#Altis\|Altis]] in [[Morrow]] of great wolf-like creatures larger than two oxen stood one atop the other. Pale as driven snow, with eyes darker than the night, they emerge from the Winter [[regio]] ''The Regio of the Hound'' on the first night of the waxing moon. The wolves are no rampaging beasts; rather they appear to be possessed of human-like intellect. They protect the regio and begin to range out across the entire territory, seemingly able to move at terrible speed once the sun sets.

	Their presence has an unexpected effect on [[draughir]] across the territory. Their howls drift out of the waking world and echo in the dreams of those who possess the blood of winter, stirring in them a ~~dsire~~ to band together and making them extremely protective of family and friends.		Their presence has an unexpected effect on [[draughir]] across the territory. Their howls drift out of the waking world and echo in the dreams of those who possess the blood of winter, stirring in them a desire to band together and making them extremely protective of family and friends.
	====Participation====		====Participation====
	If you have thee [[draughir]] lineage and have spent the last season in Morrow you experience a powerful [[roleplaying effect]]: your innate pack mentality is greatly strengthened, making you extremely protective and jealously possessive to family and friends, but with a strong tendency to view strangers and acquaintances as immediate threats, rivals, and even enemies. You feel an urge to exert dominance over those you view as “owing fealty” to yourself, and you find it very easy to assume that those you protect will treat you with reverence.		If you have thee [[draughir]] lineage and have spent the last season in Morrow you experience a powerful [[roleplaying effect]]: your innate pack mentality is greatly strengthened, making you extremely protective and jealously possessive to family and friends, but with a strong tendency to view strangers and acquaintances as immediate threats, rivals, and even enemies. You feel an urge to exert dominance over those you view as “owing fealty” to yourself, and you find it very easy to assume that those you protect will treat you with reverence.
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	===Revels and Challenges===		===Revels and Challenges===
	* There is an opportunity for anyone with an existing Challenge the Iron Duke to check in with the Lord of the Crossroads' Herald, Revel		* There is an opportunity for anyone with an existing Challenge the Iron Duke to check in with the Lord of the Crossroads' Herald, Revel
	For a year or so the only Herald the [[Barien\|Lord of the Crossroads]] sent to Anvil in relation to the unusual ritual Challenge the Iron Duke seemed to be the famed [[Barien#Castellan\|Castellan]]. In recent seasons that has changed, and a new figure is regularly representing the Reeve of the Summer Lands. On the surface, Revel seems to share the calmer ~~demeanor~~ of the Keeper of Challenges. He is polite, he is soberly - though exquisitely - dressed in robes of grey and blue. They are a Herald who very much represents the hosting and hospitality that the Iron Duke is famed for. This may reflect the fact that over the past seasons a number of challenges have been set where the challenger was tasked to provide - or commission - accounts of their deeds over a duration of time to the Keeper of Revels himself.		For a year or so the only Herald the [[Barien\|Lord of the Crossroads]] sent to Anvil in relation to the unusual ritual Challenge the Iron Duke seemed to be the famed [[Barien#Castellan\|Castellan]]. In recent seasons that has changed, and a new figure is regularly representing the Reeve of the Summer Lands. On the surface, Revel seems to share the calmer demeanour of the Keeper of Challenges. He is polite, he is soberly - though exquisitely - dressed in robes of grey and blue. They are a Herald who very much represents the hosting and hospitality that the Iron Duke is famed for. This may reflect the fact that over the past seasons a number of challenges have been set where the challenger was tasked to provide - or commission - accounts of their deeds over a duration of time to the Keeper of Revels himself.

	Whatever the reason, Revel is formal in his use of the civil servants at the Castle of Thorns. He asks them to note that he intends to visit Anvil at around ten on the Friday evening of the Solstice, and return again at around half past one in the afternoon on the Sunday. In both instances, he notes that he intends to seek out hospitality among those who have most recently called for [[Challenge the Iron Duke\|Challenges]] - The Eternal Family of Navarr. If they are unavailable he will seek shelter at the famed Bitterbark Teahouse of the same nation. Should any who need to to meet with him not be able to seek him there, they could leave messages with the Navarr.		Whatever the reason, Revel is formal in his use of the civil servants at the Castle of Thorns. He asks them to note that he intends to visit Anvil at around ten on the Friday evening of the Solstice, and return again at around half past one in the afternoon on the Sunday. In both instances, he notes that he intends to seek out hospitality among those who have most recently called for [[Challenge the Iron Duke\|Challenges]] - The Eternal Family of Navarr. If they are unavailable he will seek shelter at the famed Bitterbark Teahouse of the same nation. Should any who need to to meet with him not be able to seek him there, they could leave messages with the Navarr.