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	===Smuggling===		===Smuggling===
	* '''There are rumours of smugglers avoiding tariffs along the western borders of the Brass Coast.'''		* '''There are rumours of smugglers avoiding tariffs along the western borders of the Brass Coast.'''
	The land border with Faraden stretches along the west of [[Segura]]. With parts of the territory in the hands of the Lasambrian Jotun, especially the main route through [[Segura#Anduz\|Anduz]], Faraden traders are reportedly seeking different routes into the Empire through northern Segura and [[Kahraman]]. There is some concern that by doing so they are actively avoiding the tariffs - essentially smuggling their goods into the Empire without paying for the privilege. At the moment the magistrates and civil service are stretched trying to implement the new tariffs (and [[appraisal\|appraise]] opportunities to [[Appraisal_of_trade_sanctions\|mitigate their impact]]) so there is no ''evidence'' that smuggling is taking place - but if it is it may require additional measures from the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] should they wish to put a stop to it.		The land border with Faraden stretches along the west of [[Segura]]. With parts of the territory in the hands of the Lasambrian Jotun, especially the main route through [[Segura#Anduz\|Anduz]], Faraden traders are reportedly seeking different routes into the Empire through northern Segura and [[Kahraman]]. There is some concern that by doing so they are actively avoiding the tariffs - essentially smuggling their goods into the Empire without paying for the privilege. At the moment the magistrates and civil service are stretched trying to implement the new tariffs (and [[appraisal\|appraise]] opportunities to [[Appraisal_of_trade_sanctions\|mitigate their impact]]) so there is no ''evidence'' that smuggling is taking place - but if it is it may require additional measures from the [[Senate]] should they wish to put a stop to it.

	===Trade with Faraden===		===Trade with Faraden===

Twiggy at 00:07, 13 January 2026

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	* '''The Grand Ilarchs of the Citadels have outlawed slavery, and recognised orcs as people.'''		* '''The Grand Ilarchs of the Citadels have outlawed slavery, and recognised orcs as people.'''
	* '''All former slaves are now free; resources donated by the other Liberty Pact members have smoothed the transition from slaving to non-slaving nation status.'''		* '''All former slaves are now free; resources donated by the other Liberty Pact members have smoothed the transition from slaving to non-slaving nation status.'''
	Axos has outlawed slavery. All former slaves are now free whether they be human or orc. The council of Grand Ilarchs representing the people of the five citadels have recognised that "orcs are people" and can be citizens of Axos. The resources provided by the other members of the Liberty Pact have helped ensure this transition is relatively smooth - the loss in revenue suffered as a result of the freeing of slaves has been significantly mitigated by donations of white granite, weirwood, and mithril. According to the staff at the Imperial embassy in Kantor, the ''~~bedelaar huisbaas~~'' of the Sarcophan Delves have also helped, to cover the shortfall in available resources. Although details of the deal are not common knowledge there is a great deal of speculation on the docks at Kantor.		Axos has outlawed slavery. All former slaves are now free whether they be human or orc. The council of Grand Ilarchs representing the people of the five citadels have recognised that "orcs are people" and can be citizens of Axos. The resources provided by the other members of the Liberty Pact have helped ensure this transition is relatively smooth - the loss in revenue suffered as a result of the freeing of slaves has been significantly mitigated by donations of white granite, weirwood, and mithril. According to the staff at the Imperial embassy in Kantor, the ''Bedelaar Huisbaas'' of the Sarcophan Delves have also helped, to cover the shortfall in available resources. Although details of the deal are not common knowledge there is a great deal of speculation on the docks at Kantor.

	That is not to say that the change has been entirely without consequence. Perhaps understandably, the Grand Ilarchs have focused their resources toward providing a smooth transition for Kantor, Ipotavo, and Maykop rather than Issyk. The loss of slave labour has set the rebuilding of the Tunnels of Kaban back by several seasons. But for now it appears that despite Grendel interference, civil war in Axos has been avoided.		That is not to say that the change has been entirely without consequence. Perhaps understandably, the Grand Ilarchs have focused their resources toward providing a smooth transition for Kantor, Ipotavo, and Maykop rather than Issyk. The loss of slave labour has set the rebuilding of the Tunnels of Kaban back by several seasons. But for now it appears that despite Grendel interference, civil war in Axos has been avoided.
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	* '''The Sarcophan are not signatories to the Liberty Pact but they are a non-slaving nation.'''		* '''The Sarcophan are not signatories to the Liberty Pact but they are a non-slaving nation.'''
	* '''The Imperial [[Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves]] is ''Thanmir Hrafnar'' of [[Wintermark]]'''		* '''The Imperial [[Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves]] is ''Thanmir Hrafnar'' of [[Wintermark]]'''
	Relations with the [[Sarcophan Delves]] as a whole remain positive. While they did not sign the Liberty Pact, their representative was apparently a keen supporter. Shortly after the Winter Solstice, the ''~~bedelaar huisbaas~~'' outlawed the slave trade, formally becoming a non-slaving nation. Since then they have been enthusiastically seeking out new trade opportunities in the wake of the pact. These opportunities are discussed in detail [[The mathematics of tears\|here]].		Relations with the [[Sarcophan Delves]] as a whole remain positive. While they did not sign the Liberty Pact, their representative was apparently a keen supporter. Shortly after the Winter Solstice, the ''Bedelaar Huisbaas'' outlawed the slave trade, formally becoming a non-slaving nation. Since then they have been enthusiastically seeking out new trade opportunities in the wake of the pact. These opportunities are discussed in detail [[The mathematics of tears\|here]].
	===Trade with the Delves===		===Trade with the Delves===
	* '''Trade between the Empire and Sarcophan remains healthy'''		* '''Trade between the Empire and Sarcophan remains healthy'''

Twiggy at 17:20, 27 September 2025

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	==Sumaah Republic==		==Sumaah Republic==
	* '''The Sumaah Republic are signatories to the Liberty pact.'''		* '''The Sumaah Republic are signatories to the Liberty pact.'''
	* '''Further details of the current relations between the Imperial Synod and the Houses of Virtue can be found [[here]].'''		* '''Further details of the current relations between the Imperial Synod and the Houses of Virtue can be found [[If_the_wheel_is_fixed\|here]].'''
	* '''The Sumaah Republic still has possession of the Imperial Crown'''		* '''The Sumaah Republic still has possession of the Imperial Crown'''
	* '''The [[Ambassador to the Sumaah Republic]] is the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] ''Accalon of Felix's Watch'''''		* '''The [[Ambassador to the Sumaah Republic]] is the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] ''Accalon of Felix's Watch'''''

Dre at 09:38, 21 March 2025

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	There are six great powers in the known world; the Empire; the [[Asavean Archipelago\|Asavean Republic]]; the [[Sumaah Republic\|Sumaah Republic]]; the [[Commonwealth]]; the [[Principalities of Jarm]]; and the [[Sarcophan Delves]]. There are also countless smaller nations, four of whom are close enough to the Empire to have an impact on its politics - [[Faraden]], [[Axos]], the [[Iron Confederacy]], and [[Otkodov]]. Each nation has their own agendas, sometimes in sync with the Empire but more often in opposition.		There are six great powers in the known world; the Empire; the [[Asavean Archipelago\|Asavean Republic]]; the [[Sumaah Republic\|Sumaah Republic]]; the [[Commonwealth]]; the [[Principalities of Jarm]]; and the [[Sarcophan Delves]]. There are also countless smaller nations, four of whom are close enough to the Empire to have an impact on its politics - [[Faraden]], [[Axos]], the [[Iron Confederacy]], and [[Otkodov]]. Each nation has their own agendas, sometimes in sync with the Empire but more often in opposition.

	International politics are mercurial at the best of times, and in times of uncertainty and flux can change dramatically over the course of a single day. As such, the broad overviews discussed here represent only the state-of-play as it is generally understood at the start of the Winter ~~Equinox~~.		International politics are mercurial at the best of times, and in times of uncertainty and flux can change dramatically over the course of a single day. As such, the broad overviews discussed here represent only the state-of-play as it is generally understood at the start of the Winter Solstice.

	This Wind of Fortune only covers the predominantly human nations. Developments involving the [[orc]] nations around the Empire are detailed [[Music of a distant drum\|here]].		This Wind of Fortune only covers the predominantly human nations. Developments involving the [[orc]] nations around the Empire are detailed [[Music of a distant drum\|here]].

Dre at 16:53, 29 December 2023

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Dre: /* The Liberty Pact */

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The Liberty Pact

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	During the Winter Solstice, delegates from [[Axos]], the [[Commonwealth]], [[Sarcophan Delves]], and [[Sumaah Republic]] meet in the Empire to [[Rope and iron\|negotiate a pact]] aimed at uniting the nations who do not practice slavery. Following the summit, the Imperial delegates - '''Ianthe Ravenswatch''' and '''Eska Crowspeaker''' - [[Ratify Liberty Pact\|presented a treaty]], which was ratified by the Senate. The Liberty Pact is unprecedented in recent history - a treaty between three significant world powers that divides the world sharply into two groups - slavers and non slavers - surely has major implications for international diplomacy going forward.		During the Winter Solstice, delegates from [[Axos]], the [[Commonwealth]], [[Sarcophan Delves]], and [[Sumaah Republic]] meet in the Empire to [[Rope and iron\|negotiate a pact]] aimed at uniting the nations who do not practice slavery. Following the summit, the Imperial delegates - '''Ianthe Ravenswatch''' and '''Eska Crowspeaker''' - [[Ratify Liberty Pact\|presented a treaty]], which was ratified by the Senate. The Liberty Pact is unprecedented in recent history - a treaty between three significant world powers that divides the world sharply into two groups - slavers and non slavers - surely has major implications for international diplomacy going forward.

	Shortly after the solstice, [[Tariffs#Sanctions\|trade sanctions]] were imposed on merchants from the [[Ratify_Liberty_Pact#Definition of a Slaving Nation\|slaving nations]] as defined by the Pact. In the following weeks, each of the ~~effected~~ nations responds to these sanctions in their own way.		Shortly after the solstice, [[Tariffs#Sanctions\|trade sanctions]] were imposed on merchants from the [[Ratify_Liberty_Pact#Definition of a Slaving Nation\|slaving nations]] as defined by the Pact. In the following weeks, each of the affected nations responds to these sanctions in their own way.

	The Senate requested that the civil service prepare an [[appraisal]] both of the economic impact of the Pact, and of ways that impact could be mitigated. The report covers the effect of the trade sanctions on the Empire, and on a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial titles]], and can be found [[The price of liberty\|here]].		The Senate requested that the civil service prepare an [[appraisal]] both of the economic impact of the Pact, and of ways that impact could be mitigated. The report covers the effect of the trade sanctions on the Empire, and on a number of [[Imperial title\|Imperial titles]], and can be found [[The price of liberty\|here]].

	==The Pirates of Attar==		==The Pirates of Attar==
	* '''Grendel pirates and privateers continue to raid Imperial shipping.'''		* '''Grendel pirates and privateers continue to raid Imperial shipping.'''

Rosemary at 09:36, 31 August 2022

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	This does not prevent a large number of Axou citizens being extremely concerned about what will happen now that thousands of orc slaves are suddenly released onto the streets of their citadels. The Axou have little exposure to orcs beyond the savage invasions of the Druj and the attacks of ruthless Grendel pirates. Surely, they argue, these orcs will seek to take revenge against the people who enslaved them? The citizens' fear is not without some foundation - some of the slaves are indeed angry about their treatment by their former masters.		This does not prevent a large number of Axou citizens being extremely concerned about what will happen now that thousands of orc slaves are suddenly released onto the streets of their citadels. The Axou have little exposure to orcs beyond the savage invasions of the Druj and the attacks of ruthless Grendel pirates. Surely, they argue, these orcs will seek to take revenge against the people who enslaved them? The citizens' fear is not without some foundation - some of the slaves are indeed angry about their treatment by their former masters.

	Fortunately, Ilarch ~~Maxatious~~ is able to present legislation to the council that addresses the immediate problem. At the same time slavery is made illegal, a set of new laws detailing the status of orcs in Axou society are issued.		Fortunately, Ilarch Maxatios is able to present legislation to the council that addresses the immediate problem. At the same time slavery is made illegal, a set of new laws detailing the status of orcs in Axou society are issued.

	While orcs can be citizens, they are not permitted to own property - they can be employed at a business, farm, or mine but they cannot own one. They are absolutely forbidden to learn magic, whether [[spellcasting\|invocations]] or [[rituals\|ritual lores]], and may not own [[magic items]] of any kind. They cannot hold any political office that would give them authority over a human. They cannot be interred in the catacombs beneath any Axou citadel. They can serve in the army, but only in all-orc units lead by human officers. It is illegal for orcs to carry any weapon larger than a small knife except when they are serving in the military.		While orcs can be citizens, they are not permitted to own property - they can be employed at a business, farm, or mine but they cannot own one. They are absolutely forbidden to learn magic, whether [[spellcasting\|invocations]] or [[rituals\|ritual lores]], and may not own [[magic items]] of any kind. They cannot hold any political office that would give them authority over a human. They cannot be interred in the catacombs beneath any Axou citadel. They can serve in the army, but only in all-orc units lead by human officers. It is illegal for orcs to carry any weapon larger than a small knife except when they are serving in the military.
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	While civil war has been prevented, there has still been significant disruption in Axos. The sudden release of slaves, and the need for many wealthy concerns to reorganise themselves, means that the economy is in turmoil. This has had an immediate consequence on foreign trade, meaning there are significantly fewer goods available to purchase on the docks at Kantor.		While civil war has been prevented, there has still been significant disruption in Axos. The sudden release of slaves, and the need for many wealthy concerns to reorganise themselves, means that the economy is in turmoil. This has had an immediate consequence on foreign trade, meaning there are significantly fewer goods available to purchase on the docks at Kantor.

	Ilarch ~~Maxatious~~ has appealed to Imperial traders not to let this disruption discourage them from coming to the Towers of Kantor, and reassures captains that the chaos will certainly be short lived. Civil servants associated with the Imperial embassy in Axos are a little more cautious - they anticipate that the situation will be better following the Summer Solstice but trade with Axos will not resume normal levels until after the Autumn Equinox at the very earliest.		Ilarch Maxatios has appealed to Imperial traders not to let this disruption discourage them from coming to the Towers of Kantor, and reassures captains that the chaos will certainly be short lived. Civil servants associated with the Imperial embassy in Axos are a little more cautious - they anticipate that the situation will be better following the Summer Solstice but trade with Axos will not resume normal levels until after the Autumn Equinox at the very earliest.

	==Iron Confederacy==		==Iron Confederacy==

RichardRaynor at 21:30, 20 January 2022

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	[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:383YE]][[Category:Recent History]][[Category:Trade Winds]]		[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:383YE Spring]][[Category:Recent History]][[Category:Trade Winds]]
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	"What are we doing here again?" asked Mateo, throwing a quizzical look at his cousin, as he spun the handle of the shovel he was balancing on his shoulder.		"What are we doing here again?" asked Mateo, throwing a quizzical look at his cousin, as he spun the handle of the shovel he was balancing on his shoulder.

GuiltyConscience: /* Religious Invitation */

2021-09-08T18:27:12Z

Religious Invitation

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	Unfortunately, the Axou have not responded. While the people of the Empire know about the statement, and a few Axou merchants are likely heard of it, the words of the Assembly of the Nine are primarily distributed to congregations in the Empire, and there are few if any followers of the Way in Axos. The civil service stress that this kind of diplomatic exchange can only bear fruit if it takes place as part of communication carried out by the [[Ambassador to Axos\|Ambassador]], engaging with their opposite number in Axos.		Unfortunately, the Axou have not responded. While the people of the Empire know about the statement, and a few Axou merchants are likely heard of it, the words of the Assembly of the Nine are primarily distributed to congregations in the Empire, and there are few if any followers of the Way in Axos. The civil service stress that this kind of diplomatic exchange can only bear fruit if it takes place as part of communication carried out by the [[Ambassador to Axos\|Ambassador]], engaging with their opposite number in Axos.

	Obviously, the priests of Axos have spoken to the Empire before - both during the [[Symposium of Revelation]] and during a "lecture tour" of several prominent places of learning. While the latter may have appeared to happen as a result of a statement of principle; not only did this involve a greater majority of the [[general assembly]] issuing the invitation - and appropriate reassurances - it arose from following discussion between the diplomats of the two nations.		Obviously, the priests of Axos have spoken to the Empire before - both during the [[Symposium of Revelation]] and during a "lecture tour" of several prominent places of learning. While the latter may have appeared to happen as a result of a statement of principle; not only did this involve a greater majority of the [[Assembly#General_Assembly\|general assembly]] issuing the invitation - and appropriate reassurances - it arose from following discussion between the diplomats of the two nations.

	A lone priest, associated with the [[Quaymaster_of_the_Black_Sails#Black_Sails_Quay\|Black Sails Quay]] in [[Necropolis#Longbeach\|Longbeach]], on being appraised of the invitation, apparently chuckled humourlessly and remarked "''I think we all understand each other perfectly well''" before declining to be responsible for passing news of the Nine's statement to the leaders of her sect.		A lone priest, associated with the [[Quaymaster_of_the_Black_Sails#Black_Sails_Quay\|Black Sails Quay]] in [[Necropolis#Longbeach\|Longbeach]], on being appraised of the invitation, apparently chuckled humourlessly and remarked "''I think we all understand each other perfectly well''" before declining to be responsible for passing news of the Nine's statement to the leaders of her sect.

Hastur: /* Overview */

2021-05-06T17:38:52Z

Overview

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	International politics are mercurial at the best of times, and in times of uncertainty and flux can change dramatically over the course of a single day. As such, the broad overviews discussed here represent only the state-of-play as it is generally understood at the start of the Winter Equinox.		International politics are mercurial at the best of times, and in times of uncertainty and flux can change dramatically over the course of a single day. As such, the broad overviews discussed here represent only the state-of-play as it is generally understood at the start of the Winter Equinox.

	This Wind of Fortune only covers the predominantly human nations. Developments involving the [[orc]] ~~tribes~~ around the Empire are detailed [[Music of a distant drum\|here]].		This Wind of Fortune only covers the predominantly human nations. Developments involving the [[orc]] nations around the Empire are detailed [[Music of a distant drum\|here]].

	==The Liberty Pact==		==The Liberty Pact==

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	* '''Axos is a signatory to the Liberty Pact.'''		* '''Axos is a signatory to the Liberty Pact.'''
	* '''The Imperial [[Ambassador to Axos]] is ''Tarquinius Ankarien'' of [[Urizen]].'''		* '''The Imperial [[Ambassador to Axos]] is ''Tarquinius Ankarien'' of [[Urizen]].'''
	The Citadels of Axos are signatories to the Liberty Pact. Their involvement has ~~lead~~ to a major upheaval in their small nation, but the great powers have rallied round to help them cope with the turmoil. With a hundred wains of material provided by the Empire, a further hundred and forty from Sumaah and the Commonwealth, and promises of aid from Sarcophan, the Grand Ilarchs have enacted their anti-slavery policies - in the face of stiff resistance from the Chambers of Issyk.		The Citadels of Axos are signatories to the Liberty Pact. Their involvement has led to a major upheaval in their small nation, but the great powers have rallied round to help them cope with the turmoil. With a hundred wains of material provided by the Empire, a further hundred and forty from Sumaah and the Commonwealth, and promises of aid from Sarcophan, the Grand Ilarchs have enacted their anti-slavery policies - in the face of stiff resistance from the Chambers of Issyk.
	===Civil War===		===Civil War===
	* '''The Grand Ilarchs of the Citadels have outlawed slavery, and recognised orcs as people.'''		* '''The Grand Ilarchs of the Citadels have outlawed slavery, and recognised orcs as people.'''
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	Fortunately, Ilarch Maxatios is able to present legislation to the council that addresses the immediate problem. At the same time slavery is made illegal, a set of new laws detailing the status of orcs in Axou society are issued.		Fortunately, Ilarch Maxatios is able to present legislation to the council that addresses the immediate problem. At the same time slavery is made illegal, a set of new laws detailing the status of orcs in Axou society are issued.

	While orcs can be citizens, they are not permitted to own property - they can be employed at a business, farm, or mine but they cannot own one. They are absolutely forbidden to learn magic, whether [[spellcasting\|invocations]] or [[rituals\|ritual lores]], and may not own [[magic items]] of any kind. They cannot hold any political office that would give them authority over a human. They cannot be interred in the catacombs beneath any Axou citadel. They can serve in the army, but only in all-orc units ~~lead~~ by human officers. It is illegal for orcs to carry any weapon larger than a small knife except when they are serving in the military.		While orcs can be citizens, they are not permitted to own property - they can be employed at a business, farm, or mine but they cannot own one. They are absolutely forbidden to learn magic, whether [[spellcasting\|invocations]] or [[rituals\|ritual lores]], and may not own [[magic items]] of any kind. They cannot hold any political office that would give them authority over a human. They cannot be interred in the catacombs beneath any Axou citadel. They can serve in the army, but only in all-orc units led by human officers. It is illegal for orcs to carry any weapon larger than a small knife except when they are serving in the military.

	At the same time, the vast majority of Axou religious sects have confirmed to their worried congregations that they will not permit orcs to join the priesthood. Many sects, especially those that embrace Vigilance, Purity, and Justice have banned orcs from any participation in their religion ceremonies. A very few - primaily those who honour the Axou versions of Ambition, Prosperity, and the unique spiritual force they term ''Understanding'' - appear to be permitting orc congregants. Even there however they mostly insist that orcs remain segregated from human celebrants.		At the same time, the vast majority of Axou religious sects have confirmed to their worried congregations that they will not permit orcs to join the priesthood. Many sects, especially those that embrace Vigilance, Purity, and Justice have banned orcs from any participation in their religion ceremonies. A very few - primaily those who honour the Axou versions of Ambition, Prosperity, and the unique spiritual force they term ''Understanding'' - appear to be permitting orc congregants. Even there however they mostly insist that orcs remain segregated from human celebrants.
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	The House of Pride and the House of Prosperity both raised and supported [[statement of principle\|statements of principle]] commending Eska Crowspeaker; Ianthe of the Suns of Couros, Timov of Sumaah, and Elspeth of the Commonwealth for their work in creating the Liberty Pact. It was the opinion of the House that their actions have the potential to bring many souls to [[Signs_of_the_paragon_and_exemplar#Salvation\|salvation]], and may provide an enduring [[Signs_of_the_paragon_and_exemplar#Legacy\|legacy]].		The House of Pride and the House of Prosperity both raised and supported [[statement of principle\|statements of principle]] commending Eska Crowspeaker; Ianthe of the Suns of Couros, Timov of Sumaah, and Elspeth of the Commonwealth for their work in creating the Liberty Pact. It was the opinion of the House that their actions have the potential to bring many souls to [[Signs_of_the_paragon_and_exemplar#Salvation\|salvation]], and may provide an enduring [[Signs_of_the_paragon_and_exemplar#Legacy\|legacy]].

	Likewise, the House of Ambition commends the Empire as a whole for taking the lead on the Liberty Pact. They ~~acknowleged~~ that while the Republic and the Empire do not see eye-to-eye on many topics, the ambitious nature of their plan could not be denied. There is some talk that the House of the People (the Sumaah equivalent to the Senate) should investigate more ways that the evil of slavery may be directly combated in conjunction with the other signatories of the Pact.		Likewise, the House of Ambition commends the Empire as a whole for taking the lead on the Liberty Pact. They acknowledged that while the Republic and the Empire do not see eye-to-eye on many topics, the ambitious nature of their plan could not be denied. There is some talk that the House of the People (the Sumaah equivalent to the Senate) should investigate more ways that the evil of slavery may be directly combated in conjunction with the other signatories of the Pact.

	===Trade with Zemeh===		===Trade with Zemeh===