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Twiggy at 15:39, 19 March 2026

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	Unless the Empire can improve their relationship with the Plenum in some way, the loss of the Cavabianca Docks appears inevitable. During the Spring Equinox 383YE, the [[The_price_of_liberty#The_Asavean_Archipelago\|appraisal]] indicated a couple of ways the Empire could improve its relationship with the Asaveans. It seems very unlikely that anyone in the Imperial Senate has any interest in [[The_price_of_liberty#Proposal:_New_Temples\|building temples to the Asavean gods]], but the Heraclian and Ragnabe have a different suggestion. The sailors bringing the white granite to Sarvos are already receiving blessings at the [[Feroz#The_Temple_of_Balo_and_the_Black_Bull\|Temple]] in [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]], so an actual temple is not necessary. Instead, they suggest that the people of Sarvos might raise a statue of ''Balo of the Foam'' (a figure with a large jar or ewer) or ''Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro'' (a merchant with hands extended slightly off balance to suggest scales).		Unless the Empire can improve their relationship with the Plenum in some way, the loss of the Cavabianca Docks appears inevitable. During the Spring Equinox 383YE, the [[The_price_of_liberty#The_Asavean_Archipelago\|appraisal]] indicated a couple of ways the Empire could improve its relationship with the Asaveans. It seems very unlikely that anyone in the Imperial Senate has any interest in [[The_price_of_liberty#Proposal:_New_Temples\|building temples to the Asavean gods]], but the Heraclian and Ragnabe have a different suggestion. The sailors bringing the white granite to Sarvos are already receiving blessings at the [[Feroz#The_Temple_of_Balo_and_the_Black_Bull\|Temple]] in [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]], so an actual temple is not necessary. Instead, they suggest that the people of Sarvos might raise a statue of ''Balo of the Foam'' (a figure with a large jar or ewer) or ''Lord Isso Mãos de Ouro'' (a merchant with hands extended slightly off balance to suggest scales).

	A [[folly]] of the kind the families are suggesting would require 15 wains of white granite, cost 30 crowns, and take three months to raise at the Cavabianca docks. It would not need to be ceded to anyone, and could be built by a [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave]]. It would make life easier for the Heraclien and Ragnabe, and ensure that they would continue to trade with the Empire for as long as it was legal for them to do so. Alternatively, a much larger statue could be built requiring 30 wains of white granite, 60 crowns, and three months to raise. If this were done, the families would go all-in on trading with the Empire, adding a third rank to the Cavabianca Docks [[ministry]] permitting the purchase of 15 wains of white granite for 840 crowns..		A [[folly]] of the kind the families are suggesting would require 15 wains of white granite, cost 30 crowns, and take three months to raise at the Cavabianca docks. It would not need to be ceded to anyone, and could be built by a [[Bearer of an Imperial Wayleave]]. It would make life easier for the Heraclien and Ragnabe, and ensure that they would continue to trade with the Empire for as long as it was legal for them to do so. Alternatively, a much larger statue could be built requiring 30 wains of white granite, 60 crowns, and three months to raise. If this were done, the families would go all-in on trading with the Empire, adding a third rank to the Cavabianca Docks [[ministry]] permitting the purchase of 15 wains of white granite for 840 crowns.

	The other suggestion made as part of the appraisal was that the Empire might make a [[The_price_of_liberty#Proposal:_Supporting_the_Plenum\|statement supporting the Plenum]]. While the rebellion that such a statement was originally intended to support has been crushed, a formal statement might still quiet some of the dissenting voices in the Plenum. The obvious thing to do, claims the Heraclien and Ragnabe representative, would be to make some kind of commitment to finding common ground, recognising similarities between the Plenum and the Senate, and playing down religious and political differences. At the very least, they think such a statement would allow the Cavabianca Docks to continue operating for the next year. Assuming nothing changes.		The other suggestion made as part of the appraisal was that the Empire might make a [[The_price_of_liberty#Proposal:_Supporting_the_Plenum\|statement supporting the Plenum]]. While the rebellion that such a statement was originally intended to support has been crushed, a formal statement might still quiet some of the dissenting voices in the Plenum. The obvious thing to do, claims the Heraclien and Ragnabe representative, would be to make some kind of commitment to finding common ground, recognising similarities between the Plenum and the Senate, and playing down religious and political differences. At the very least, they think such a statement would allow the Cavabianca Docks to continue operating for the next year. Assuming nothing changes.

Dre at 15:38, 18 January 2026

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	Merchant vessels from the Sarcophan Delves are a common sight in ports all along the [[Bay of Catazar]], and Imperial ships continue to receive a warm welcome in the Delves. This is especially true of those dealing in herbs - every Imperial captain continues to receive an additional bounty of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]] and [[marrowort]] when they trade with the Delves. As usual, it is matters of trade that mostly concern the Sarcophan Delves. News has reached the Bedelaar huisbaas that the Empire may be considering [[Tariffs#Free_Trade\|removing all barriers to trade]] with fellow members of the Liberty Pact. While the Sarcophan are not themselves members of the pact, they are keen supporters of its work - indeed they made it illegal to own or trade in slaves to ensure they could remain friends with its members. If the Senate ''is'' considering such a move, then the Delves are also keen to be included - they already refuse to apply tariffs to ships trading with in Sarcophan. If the Senate ''were'' to do so then the Bedelaar Huisbaas would be prepared to open another port to foreign trade - either to the Empire alone or to members of the Liberty Pact if they could be persuaded to likewise offer favourable trade conditions to Sarcophan. The Ambassador will know more.		Merchant vessels from the Sarcophan Delves are a common sight in ports all along the [[Bay of Catazar]], and Imperial ships continue to receive a warm welcome in the Delves. This is especially true of those dealing in herbs - every Imperial captain continues to receive an additional bounty of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]] and [[marrowort]] when they trade with the Delves. As usual, it is matters of trade that mostly concern the Sarcophan Delves. News has reached the Bedelaar huisbaas that the Empire may be considering [[Tariffs#Free_Trade\|removing all barriers to trade]] with fellow members of the Liberty Pact. While the Sarcophan are not themselves members of the pact, they are keen supporters of its work - indeed they made it illegal to own or trade in slaves to ensure they could remain friends with its members. If the Senate ''is'' considering such a move, then the Delves are also keen to be included - they already refuse to apply tariffs to ships trading with in Sarcophan. If the Senate ''were'' to do so then the Bedelaar Huisbaas would be prepared to open another port to foreign trade - either to the Empire alone or to members of the Liberty Pact if they could be persuaded to likewise offer favourable trade conditions to Sarcophan. The Ambassador will know more.
	{{SOP\|statement=We agree with Catalina Novarion that both the Empire and Sumaah preach the True Virtues. Where we have differences of opinion, we still acknowledge our shared Ambition to spread the Way and guide souls in Virtue. When preaching in the Sarcophan Delves, priests of the Empire will not impede priests of Sumaah in preaching the virtues.\|by=Clarice Novarion, Assembly of the Nine\|vote=Primacy 7-0\|when=Spring Equinox 383YE}}		{{SOP\|statement=We agree with Catalina Novarion that both the Empire and Sumaah preach the True Virtues. Where we have differences of opinion, we still acknowledge our shared Ambition to spread the Way and guide souls in Virtue. When preaching in the Sarcophan Delves, priests of the Empire will not impede priests of Sumaah in preaching the virtues.\|by=Clarice Novarion, Assembly of the Nine\|vote=Primacy 7-0\|when=Spring Equinox 383YE}}
	The [[Construct_Cathedral_of_the_Navigators\|Cathedral of the Navigators]] has been completed in the Buitenlandsewijk (the foreign quarter) of the Delves, meaning that the title of [[Bishop of the Navigators]] is due to be appointed for the first time during the Summer Solstice. The Bishop will be responsible for liaising with the priests at the gorgeous new cathedral - and smoothing over any conflicts between them and the local populace. The new Cathedral is not the only sanctuary for followers of the Way in Sarcophan; the Sumaah Republic is building ~~it's~~ own cathedral in the Buitenlandsewijk, work being expected to complete shortly before the Autumn Equinox. There is a sizable community of followers of the Way in Sarcophan who will look to ''both'' the new temples for guidance and support. The Bedelaar Huisbaas have been quite clear that they won't tolerate any conflict between the two that risks impeding trade. Fortunately, the Assembly of the Nine has been very clear that they expect Imperial priests to respect and not interfere with priests of the Sumaah Republic (and not just in Sarcophan, for that matter).		The [[Construct_Cathedral_of_the_Navigators\|Cathedral of the Navigators]] has been completed in the Buitenlandsewijk (the foreign quarter) of the Delves, meaning that the title of [[Bishop of the Navigators]] is due to be appointed for the first time during the Summer Solstice. The Bishop will be responsible for liaising with the priests at the gorgeous new cathedral - and smoothing over any conflicts between them and the local populace. The new Cathedral is not the only sanctuary for followers of the Way in Sarcophan; the Sumaah Republic is building its own cathedral in the Buitenlandsewijk, work being expected to complete shortly before the Autumn Equinox. There is a sizable community of followers of the Way in Sarcophan who will look to ''both'' the new temples for guidance and support. The Bedelaar Huisbaas have been quite clear that they won't tolerate any conflict between the two that risks impeding trade. Fortunately, the Assembly of the Nine has been very clear that they expect Imperial priests to respect and not interfere with priests of the Sumaah Republic (and not just in Sarcophan, for that matter).

	Finally, during the Spring Equinox, a cabal of Sarcophan magicians called the ''Haaienvermijders'' (their name apparently translates as the Shark Dodgers) [[Struggle_with_the_sea#Sarcophan_Magic\|traded a useful ritual with the Imperial Conclave]]. That ritual - ''The Muffled Oar'' - was by all accounts put to good use during the recent [[The_power_behind_our_moves\|evacuation of Feroz]]. For their part, the ''Haaienvermijders'' seem very pleased with the copy of [[Golden Voyage]] which the Imperial Conclave [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Dissemination:_Golden_Voyage\|provided in return]]. Indeed, they have apparently been unable to resist bragging about its effectiveness, making several of the other Sarcophan "magician guilds" massively jealous.		Finally, during the Spring Equinox, a cabal of Sarcophan magicians called the ''Haaienvermijders'' (their name apparently translates as the Shark Dodgers) [[Struggle_with_the_sea#Sarcophan_Magic\|traded a useful ritual with the Imperial Conclave]]. That ritual - ''The Muffled Oar'' - was by all accounts put to good use during the recent [[The_power_behind_our_moves\|evacuation of Feroz]]. For their part, the ''Haaienvermijders'' seem very pleased with the copy of [[Golden Voyage]] which the Imperial Conclave [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Dissemination:_Golden_Voyage\|provided in return]]. Indeed, they have apparently been unable to resist bragging about its effectiveness, making several of the other Sarcophan "magician guilds" massively jealous.
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	After several seasons of growing tension between the two nations, the [[Principalities of Jarm\|Jarmish]] House of Princes [[On_the_outside_looking_inside#Jarmish_Ultimatum\|delivered an ultimatum]] to the Empire during the Spring Equinox. ''Lord Anton Trescher'', the diplomatic advisor to the House of Princes, declared that the Imperial Senate had until the start of the Summer Solstice to reassure the Principalities that they did not intend to participate in "''any unlawful war against the Principalities or their neighbours''". If such reassurance was not provided, then the House of Princes would sever ties with the Empire and make it a crime for Jarmish citizens to trade with Imperials. Among other things this would shut down the [[Prime_Factor_of_the_Pallas_Docks#Pallas_Docks\|Pallas Docks]], remove access to [[Mana_site#Downtime_Options\|white seed]], and reduce the amount of mana available to the [[Steward_of_the_Tassato_Mana_Exchange#Tassato_Mana_Exchange\|Tassato Mana Exchange]].		After several seasons of growing tension between the two nations, the [[Principalities of Jarm\|Jarmish]] House of Princes [[On_the_outside_looking_inside#Jarmish_Ultimatum\|delivered an ultimatum]] to the Empire during the Spring Equinox. ''Lord Anton Trescher'', the diplomatic advisor to the House of Princes, declared that the Imperial Senate had until the start of the Summer Solstice to reassure the Principalities that they did not intend to participate in "''any unlawful war against the Principalities or their neighbours''". If such reassurance was not provided, then the House of Princes would sever ties with the Empire and make it a crime for Jarmish citizens to trade with Imperials. Among other things this would shut down the [[Prime_Factor_of_the_Pallas_Docks#Pallas_Docks\|Pallas Docks]], remove access to [[Mana_site#Downtime_Options\|white seed]], and reduce the amount of mana available to the [[Steward_of_the_Tassato_Mana_Exchange#Tassato_Mana_Exchange\|Tassato Mana Exchange]].

	Shortly before the Summer Solstice, however, a second message was received from Lord Anton. According to this missive, the new [[Ambassador to Jarm]], the [[Navarr]] '''Gelert Ashborn''' has convinced the House of Princes to allow an extension to their ultimatum. Consequently, the Imperial Senate has until the end of the Summer Solstice to make a statement, but in return for their forbearance they require a stronger commitment. In addition to reassuring the Principalities that they do not intend to participate in any unlawful war against the Principalities or their neighbours, they ask the Senate to encourage their Commonwealth allies to seek diplomatic solutions to ~~it's~~ rivalry with the Principalities rather than engaging in unwarranted violence.		Shortly before the Summer Solstice, however, a second message was received from Lord Anton. According to this missive, the new [[Ambassador to Jarm]], the [[Navarr]] '''Gelert Ashborn''' has convinced the House of Princes to allow an extension to their ultimatum. Consequently, the Imperial Senate has until the end of the Summer Solstice to make a statement, but in return for their forbearance they require a stronger commitment. In addition to reassuring the Principalities that they do not intend to participate in any unlawful war against the Principalities or their neighbours, they ask the Senate to encourage their Commonwealth allies to seek diplomatic solutions to its rivalry with the Principalities rather than engaging in unwarranted violence.

	If the Imperial Senate makes such a statement, reassuring the House of Princes and encouraging the Commonwealth to engage in further negotiation rather than warfare, then the House of Princes will reopen Jarmish ports to Imperial citizens, and commit to remaining neutral in the Empire's own conflicts. If the Senate does ''not'' issue the statement, then they will go ahead with severing diplomatic ties with the Empire, and it will also damage the credibility of '''Gelert Ashborn''' with their Jarmish opposite numbers.		If the Imperial Senate makes such a statement, reassuring the House of Princes and encouraging the Commonwealth to engage in further negotiation rather than warfare, then the House of Princes will reopen Jarmish ports to Imperial citizens, and commit to remaining neutral in the Empire's own conflicts. If the Senate does ''not'' issue the statement, then they will go ahead with severing diplomatic ties with the Empire, and it will also damage the credibility of '''Gelert Ashborn''' with their Jarmish opposite numbers.

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

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	* '''The Hand of Dumon wants sanctuary in the Empire'''		* '''The Hand of Dumon wants sanctuary in the Empire'''
	Prior to this move by the Senate, parts of the Empire have had a much more ambivalent relationship with the Hand of Dumon. While the [[~~Imperial~~ Synod]] has [[383YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_108\|more recently]] begun to question Imperial support for the Hand, they have in the past [[382YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_71\|encouraged Imperial citizens]] to offer aid to them. The [[Conclave]] likewise has not been particularly opposed to the Hand in the past - while their recent [[declaration]] of [[concord]] [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Concord:_Cult_of_Dumon_Investigation\|calls for an investigation]] of the Hand of Dumon, there has been rumour for some time that Imperial magicians may have found a way to [[Stranger_friends#Free_Yourselves\|trade Imperial rituals]] to self-confessed Dumonite Adal de Gevaudan in return for Suranni mithril.		Prior to this move by the Senate, parts of the Empire have had a much more ambivalent relationship with the Hand of Dumon. While the [[Synod]] has [[383YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_108\|more recently]] begun to question Imperial support for the Hand, they have in the past [[382YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_71\|encouraged Imperial citizens]] to offer aid to them. The [[Conclave]] likewise has not been particularly opposed to the Hand in the past - while their recent [[declaration]] of [[concord]] [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Concord:_Cult_of_Dumon_Investigation\|calls for an investigation]] of the Hand of Dumon, there has been rumour for some time that Imperial magicians may have found a way to [[Stranger_friends#Free_Yourselves\|trade Imperial rituals]] to self-confessed Dumonite Adal de Gevaudan in return for Suranni mithril.

	Regardless, in the run up to the Summer Solstice, a message reaches the Empire from magicians claiming to be representatives of the Hand of Dumon. They claim that they are being murdered, slaughtered without mercy by the Suranni templars because they are magicians. They beg the Imperial Conclave to offer them sanctuary - to make a [[declaration]] of [[Concord]] urging Imperial magicians to shelter them from those who are hunting them. If such a declaration is made, they will be able to smuggle not only as many of their members as possible across the borders, but also potentially some of their [[ritual text\|ritual texts]] which they are prepared to share with the Conclave in return for safety far away from the [[Bay of Catazar]].		Regardless, in the run up to the Summer Solstice, a message reaches the Empire from magicians claiming to be representatives of the Hand of Dumon. They claim that they are being murdered, slaughtered without mercy by the Suranni templars because they are magicians. They beg the Imperial Conclave to offer them sanctuary - to make a [[declaration]] of [[Concord]] urging Imperial magicians to shelter them from those who are hunting them. If such a declaration is made, they will be able to smuggle not only as many of their members as possible across the borders, but also potentially some of their [[ritual text\|ritual texts]] which they are prepared to share with the Conclave in return for safety far away from the [[Bay of Catazar]].

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

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	* '''The Hand of Dumon wants sanctuary in the Empire'''		* '''The Hand of Dumon wants sanctuary in the Empire'''
	Prior to this move by the Senate, parts of the Empire have had a much more ambivalent relationship with the Hand of Dumon. While the [[Imperial Synod]] has [[383YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_108\|more recently]] begun to question Imperial support for the Hand, they have in the past [[382YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_71\|encouraged Imperial citizens]] to offer aid to them. The [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]] likewise has not been particularly opposed to the Hand in the past - while their recent [[declaration]] of [[concord]] [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Concord:_Cult_of_Dumon_Investigation\|calls for an investigation]] of the Hand of Dumon, there has been rumour for some time that Imperial magicians may have found a way to [[Stranger_friends#Free_Yourselves\|trade Imperial rituals]] to self-confessed Dumonite Adal de Gevaudan in return for Suranni mithril.		Prior to this move by the Senate, parts of the Empire have had a much more ambivalent relationship with the Hand of Dumon. While the [[Imperial Synod]] has [[383YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_108\|more recently]] begun to question Imperial support for the Hand, they have in the past [[382YE_Spring_Equinox_Synod_judgements#Judgement_71\|encouraged Imperial citizens]] to offer aid to them. The [[Conclave]] likewise has not been particularly opposed to the Hand in the past - while their recent [[declaration]] of [[concord]] [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Concord:_Cult_of_Dumon_Investigation\|calls for an investigation]] of the Hand of Dumon, there has been rumour for some time that Imperial magicians may have found a way to [[Stranger_friends#Free_Yourselves\|trade Imperial rituals]] to self-confessed Dumonite Adal de Gevaudan in return for Suranni mithril.

	Regardless, in the run up to the Summer Solstice, a message reaches the Empire from magicians claiming to be representatives of the Hand of Dumon. They claim that they are being murdered, slaughtered without mercy by the Suranni templars because they are magicians. They beg the Imperial Conclave to offer them sanctuary - to make a [[declaration]] of [[Concord]] urging Imperial magicians to shelter them from those who are hunting them. If such a declaration is made, they will be able to smuggle not only as many of their members as possible across the borders, but also potentially some of their [[ritual text\|ritual texts]] which they are prepared to share with the Conclave in return for safety far away from the [[Bay of Catazar]].		Regardless, in the run up to the Summer Solstice, a message reaches the Empire from magicians claiming to be representatives of the Hand of Dumon. They claim that they are being murdered, slaughtered without mercy by the Suranni templars because they are magicians. They beg the Imperial Conclave to offer them sanctuary - to make a [[declaration]] of [[Concord]] urging Imperial magicians to shelter them from those who are hunting them. If such a declaration is made, they will be able to smuggle not only as many of their members as possible across the borders, but also potentially some of their [[ritual text\|ritual texts]] which they are prepared to share with the Conclave in return for safety far away from the [[Bay of Catazar]].

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Military Council" to "[[Military Council"

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	During the Spring Equinox, there was a meeting between representatives of the Thule and the Empire using [[Lashonar\|Lashonar's]] [[Archmage_of_Night#The_Caucus_Forum\|Caucus Forum]]. The meeting mixed diplomatic and military discussion, and during the process the Thule suggested that future discussion of the alliance's strategy would be done via the [[Ambassador to Otkodov]], '''Yevgeny Katzev'''. Since that agreement was made, the Ambassador's Thule counterpart ''Rak Who-Speaks-For-The-Dragons-Undivided'' has contacted the embassy in [[Miekarova#Mieriada\|Wendell's Hope]] admitting that a mistake has been made. Ambassadors communicate via [[Call Winged Messenger]] (and similar rituals), and it can take anywhere from several hours, to several days, or even weeks, for the missive to be delivered. This is, obviously, not tolerable when two proud nations are engaged in a military alliance.		During the Spring Equinox, there was a meeting between representatives of the Thule and the Empire using [[Lashonar\|Lashonar's]] [[Archmage_of_Night#The_Caucus_Forum\|Caucus Forum]]. The meeting mixed diplomatic and military discussion, and during the process the Thule suggested that future discussion of the alliance's strategy would be done via the [[Ambassador to Otkodov]], '''Yevgeny Katzev'''. Since that agreement was made, the Ambassador's Thule counterpart ''Rak Who-Speaks-For-The-Dragons-Undivided'' has contacted the embassy in [[Miekarova#Mieriada\|Wendell's Hope]] admitting that a mistake has been made. Ambassadors communicate via [[Call Winged Messenger]] (and similar rituals), and it can take anywhere from several hours, to several days, or even weeks, for the missive to be delivered. This is, obviously, not tolerable when two proud nations are engaged in a military alliance.

	As a consequence, the Thule have secured the use of the ''caucus forum'' during the Summer Solstice, and again during the Autumn Equinox, They invite the [[Ambassador to Otkodov]] to attend with two others of their choice - presumably including a representative of the [[~~Imperial~~ Military Council]] - so that they can discuss the military campaigns in both Sermersuaq and Ossium. This will also present an opportunity to deliver the crystal mana offered to the Thule to support the potent [[enchantment\|enchantments]] they placed on their armies during the recent season of war. 120 crystal mana would be sufficient, although the Thule will also accept [[Vis\|measures of quintessence]] in place of crystal mana (treating one measure as equivalent to two crystal mana).		As a consequence, the Thule have secured the use of the ''caucus forum'' during the Summer Solstice, and again during the Autumn Equinox, They invite the [[Ambassador to Otkodov]] to attend with two others of their choice - presumably including a representative of the [[Military Council]] - so that they can discuss the military campaigns in both Sermersuaq and Ossium. This will also present an opportunity to deliver the crystal mana offered to the Thule to support the potent [[enchantment\|enchantments]] they placed on their armies during the recent season of war. 120 crystal mana would be sufficient, although the Thule will also accept [[Vis\|measures of quintessence]] in place of crystal mana (treating one measure as equivalent to two crystal mana).

	A herald of Lashonar will collect Yevgeny and their companions from the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial Regio]] at half-past six on Saturday evening.		A herald of Lashonar will collect Yevgeny and their companions from the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial Regio]] at half-past six on Saturday evening.
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	Mathilda Fisher and her Jotun "allies" have [[Deep when the river's high\|conquered three-fifths of Bregasland]]. Imperial armies are still in the territory - in [[Bregasland#Ottermire\|Ottermire]] and [[Bregasland#The Rushes\|the Rushes]] - but that has not prevented the self-styled Steward of Bregasland sending an emissary to the Imperial Consulate in Tassato under a flag of truce. The emissary is accompanied by a [[Jotun]] orc who speaks on behalf of the King of Narkyst, one of the two rulers of the western orcs. Their proposal is as straightforward as it is likely to prove extremely unpopular - not least because the Marches assembly has been very clear of its opinion of Mathilda Fisher and her attempt to set herself up as "queen of the Bregas".		Mathilda Fisher and her Jotun "allies" have [[Deep when the river's high\|conquered three-fifths of Bregasland]]. Imperial armies are still in the territory - in [[Bregasland#Ottermire\|Ottermire]] and [[Bregasland#The Rushes\|the Rushes]] - but that has not prevented the self-styled Steward of Bregasland sending an emissary to the Imperial Consulate in Tassato under a flag of truce. The emissary is accompanied by a [[Jotun]] orc who speaks on behalf of the King of Narkyst, one of the two rulers of the western orcs. Their proposal is as straightforward as it is likely to prove extremely unpopular - not least because the Marches assembly has been very clear of its opinion of Mathilda Fisher and her attempt to set herself up as "queen of the Bregas".

	The Steward of Bregasland intends to complete the conquest of Bregasland during the coming season. She is still committed to creating an independent state in Bregasland, and the Jotun are prepared to recognise them as a free nation. Mathilda again asks the Empire to do the same. If the Imperial Senate [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|cedes]] the remaining regions of Bregasland, or if the [[~~Imperial~~ Military Council]] simply withdraws their forces from Bregasland, then Mathilda will come to Anvil along with a herald of the King of Narkyst, and negotiate a [[Imperial Consul#Representative of the Empire\|treaty]] with the Imperial Consul during the Autumn Equinox. The details will need to be agreed at the time, but Mathilda is clear that as part of the neutrality of Bregasland the Jotun will agree not to use the marshes as a base of operations from which to attack the rest of the Marches. If such a treaty is ''not'' secured, then Mathilda will need the continued support of the Jotun jarls. This will almost certainly mean that the only way to secure Bregasland will be to support a Jotun invasion of [[Mitwold]] and [[Mournwold]] and further bloodshed in the Marches.		The Steward of Bregasland intends to complete the conquest of Bregasland during the coming season. She is still committed to creating an independent state in Bregasland, and the Jotun are prepared to recognise them as a free nation. Mathilda again asks the Empire to do the same. If the Imperial Senate [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|cedes]] the remaining regions of Bregasland, or if the [[Military Council]] simply withdraws their forces from Bregasland, then Mathilda will come to Anvil along with a herald of the King of Narkyst, and negotiate a [[Imperial Consul#Representative of the Empire\|treaty]] with the Imperial Consul during the Autumn Equinox. The details will need to be agreed at the time, but Mathilda is clear that as part of the neutrality of Bregasland the Jotun will agree not to use the marshes as a base of operations from which to attack the rest of the Marches. If such a treaty is ''not'' secured, then Mathilda will need the continued support of the Jotun jarls. This will almost certainly mean that the only way to secure Bregasland will be to support a Jotun invasion of [[Mitwold]] and [[Mournwold]] and further bloodshed in the Marches.

	As a codicil, once Mathilda's "offer" is made public, the Constitutional Court offered some additional guidance on the use of [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concedence]] that seems particularly apposite.		As a codicil, once Mathilda's "offer" is made public, the Constitutional Court offered some additional guidance on the use of [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concedence]] that seems particularly apposite.

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	==Oars, Free Trade, and a Cathedral==		==Oars, Free Trade, and a Cathedral==
	* '''The Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves remains Thanmir Hrafnar'''		* '''The Ambassador to the Sarcophan Delves remains Thanmir Hrafnar'''
	Merchant vessels from the Sarcophan Delves are a common sight in ports all along the [[Bay of Catazar]], and Imperial ships continue to receive a warm welcome in the Delves. This is especially true of those dealing in herbs - every Imperial captain continues to receive an additional bounty of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]] and [[marrowort]] when they trade with the Delves. As usual, it is matters of trade that mostly concern the Sarcophan Delves. News has reached the ~~bedelaar~~ huisbaas that the Empire may be considering [[Tariffs#Free_Trade\|removing all barriers to trade]] with fellow members of the Liberty Pact. While the Sarcophan are not themselves members of the pact, they are keen supporters of its work - indeed they made it illegal to own or trade in slaves to ensure they could remain friends with its members. If the Senate ''is'' considering such a move, then the Delves are also keen to be included - they already refuse to apply tariffs to ships trading with in Sarcophan. If the Senate ''were'' to do so then the ~~bedelaar huisbaas~~ would be prepared to open another port to foreign trade - either to the Empire alone or to members of the Liberty Pact if they could be persuaded to likewise offer favourable trade conditions to Sarcophan. The Ambassador will know more.		Merchant vessels from the Sarcophan Delves are a common sight in ports all along the [[Bay of Catazar]], and Imperial ships continue to receive a warm welcome in the Delves. This is especially true of those dealing in herbs - every Imperial captain continues to receive an additional bounty of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]] and [[marrowort]] when they trade with the Delves. As usual, it is matters of trade that mostly concern the Sarcophan Delves. News has reached the Bedelaar huisbaas that the Empire may be considering [[Tariffs#Free_Trade\|removing all barriers to trade]] with fellow members of the Liberty Pact. While the Sarcophan are not themselves members of the pact, they are keen supporters of its work - indeed they made it illegal to own or trade in slaves to ensure they could remain friends with its members. If the Senate ''is'' considering such a move, then the Delves are also keen to be included - they already refuse to apply tariffs to ships trading with in Sarcophan. If the Senate ''were'' to do so then the Bedelaar Huisbaas would be prepared to open another port to foreign trade - either to the Empire alone or to members of the Liberty Pact if they could be persuaded to likewise offer favourable trade conditions to Sarcophan. The Ambassador will know more.
	{{SOP\|statement=We agree with Catalina Novarion that both the Empire and Sumaah preach the True Virtues. Where we have differences of opinion, we still acknowledge our shared Ambition to spread the Way and guide souls in Virtue. When preaching in the Sarcophan Delves, priests of the Empire will not impede priests of Sumaah in preaching the virtues.\|by=Clarice Novarion, Assembly of the Nine\|vote=Primacy 7-0\|when=Spring Equinox 383YE}}		{{SOP\|statement=We agree with Catalina Novarion that both the Empire and Sumaah preach the True Virtues. Where we have differences of opinion, we still acknowledge our shared Ambition to spread the Way and guide souls in Virtue. When preaching in the Sarcophan Delves, priests of the Empire will not impede priests of Sumaah in preaching the virtues.\|by=Clarice Novarion, Assembly of the Nine\|vote=Primacy 7-0\|when=Spring Equinox 383YE}}
	The [[Construct_Cathedral_of_the_Navigators\|Cathedral of the Navigators]] has been completed in the Buitenlandsewijk (the foreign quarter) of the Delves, meaning that the title of [[Bishop of the Navigators]] is due to be appointed for the first time during the Summer Solstice. The Bishop will be responsible for liaising with the priests at the gorgeous new cathedral - and smoothing over any conflicts between them and the local populace. The new Cathedral is not the only sanctuary for followers of the Way in Sarcophan; the Sumaah Republic is building it's own cathedral in the Buitenlandsewijk, work being expected to complete shortly before the Autumn Equinox. There is a sizable community of followers of the Way in Sarcophan who will look to ''both'' the new temples for guidance and support. The ~~bedelaar huisbaas~~ have been quite clear that they won't tolerate any conflict between the two that risks impeding trade. Fortunately, the Assembly of the Nine has been very clear that they expect Imperial priests to respect and not interfere with priests of the Sumaah Republic (and not just in Sarcophan, for that matter).		The [[Construct_Cathedral_of_the_Navigators\|Cathedral of the Navigators]] has been completed in the Buitenlandsewijk (the foreign quarter) of the Delves, meaning that the title of [[Bishop of the Navigators]] is due to be appointed for the first time during the Summer Solstice. The Bishop will be responsible for liaising with the priests at the gorgeous new cathedral - and smoothing over any conflicts between them and the local populace. The new Cathedral is not the only sanctuary for followers of the Way in Sarcophan; the Sumaah Republic is building it's own cathedral in the Buitenlandsewijk, work being expected to complete shortly before the Autumn Equinox. There is a sizable community of followers of the Way in Sarcophan who will look to ''both'' the new temples for guidance and support. The Bedelaar Huisbaas have been quite clear that they won't tolerate any conflict between the two that risks impeding trade. Fortunately, the Assembly of the Nine has been very clear that they expect Imperial priests to respect and not interfere with priests of the Sumaah Republic (and not just in Sarcophan, for that matter).

	Finally, during the Spring Equinox, a cabal of Sarcophan magicians called the ''Haaienvermijders'' (their name apparently translates as the Shark Dodgers) [[Struggle_with_the_sea#Sarcophan_Magic\|traded a useful ritual with the Imperial Conclave]]. That ritual - ''The Muffled Oar'' - was by all accounts put to good use during the recent [[The_power_behind_our_moves\|evacuation of Feroz]]. For their part, the ''Haaienvermijders'' seem very pleased with the copy of [[Golden Voyage]] which the Imperial Conclave [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Dissemination:_Golden_Voyage\|provided in return]]. Indeed, they have apparently been unable to resist bragging about its effectiveness, making several of the other Sarcophan "magician guilds" massively jealous.		Finally, during the Spring Equinox, a cabal of Sarcophan magicians called the ''Haaienvermijders'' (their name apparently translates as the Shark Dodgers) [[Struggle_with_the_sea#Sarcophan_Magic\|traded a useful ritual with the Imperial Conclave]]. That ritual - ''The Muffled Oar'' - was by all accounts put to good use during the recent [[The_power_behind_our_moves\|evacuation of Feroz]]. For their part, the ''Haaienvermijders'' seem very pleased with the copy of [[Golden Voyage]] which the Imperial Conclave [[384YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Dissemination:_Golden_Voyage\|provided in return]]. Indeed, they have apparently been unable to resist bragging about its effectiveness, making several of the other Sarcophan "magician guilds" massively jealous.

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	A number of Commonwealth magicians - their ''zauberer'' - have taken up residence at the [[Construct Lyceum Schloss\|Lyceum Schloss]] in [[Madruga]]. Their number includes ''Professor Michael Enden'' of Volkavaar university and an expert in large-scale [[enchantment]] who has by all accounts settled in very well with the otherwise Imperial faculty. The Commonwealth students have brought a welcome enthusiasm for learning to the Lyceum, and have already established a popular duelling club, dedicated to the mastery of [[Spellcasting#Offensive_Spells\|battle magic]].		A number of Commonwealth magicians - their ''zauberer'' - have taken up residence at the [[Construct Lyceum Schloss\|Lyceum Schloss]] in [[Madruga]]. Their number includes ''Professor Michael Enden'' of Volkavaar university and an expert in large-scale [[enchantment]] who has by all accounts settled in very well with the otherwise Imperial faculty. The Commonwealth students have brought a welcome enthusiasm for learning to the Lyceum, and have already established a popular duelling club, dedicated to the mastery of [[Spellcasting#Offensive_Spells\|battle magic]].

	~~Professer~~ Enden also brings a reminder that the magical masters of the University at Volkavaar are still waiting for a response to [[On_the_outside_looking_inside#Zauberer_Things\|their offer]] to share magical rituals with the Imperial Conclave. Once the Conclave has made up their minds, they can use the [[declaration]] of [[endowment]] to decide which of the [[Grandmaster\|grandmasters]] will receive the rituals. Given the nature of the bequest, a single declaration of Endowment can be used to assign any or all of these four ritual gifts to any number of Orders. The Empire does not have a great deal of insight into [[Commonwealth#Magic\|Commonwealth magic]]. The Civil Service believe that while their magicians are masters of battlefield magic, especially of the realms of Summer, Autumn, and Spring, they still possess a reasonable breadth of ritual knowledge that covers a number of topics. As such ''any'' of the Orders would make suitable beneficiaries for their offer.		Professor Enden also brings a reminder that the magical masters of the University at Volkavaar are still waiting for a response to [[On_the_outside_looking_inside#Zauberer_Things\|their offer]] to share magical rituals with the Imperial Conclave. Once the Conclave has made up their minds, they can use the [[declaration]] of [[endowment]] to decide which of the [[Grandmaster\|grandmasters]] will receive the rituals. Given the nature of the bequest, a single declaration of Endowment can be used to assign any or all of these four ritual gifts to any number of Orders. The Empire does not have a great deal of insight into [[Commonwealth#Magic\|Commonwealth magic]]. The Civil Service believe that while their magicians are masters of battlefield magic, especially of the realms of Summer, Autumn, and Spring, they still possess a reasonable breadth of ritual knowledge that covers a number of topics. As such ''any'' of the Orders would make suitable beneficiaries for their offer.

	Finally, the [[Large_but_far_away#Lantir\|Lantir]] problem remains unresolved, but the ports of [[Commonwealth_ports#Leerdam_.28Eastern_Commonwealth.29\|Leerdam]] and [[Commonwealth_ports#Volkavaar_.28Western_Commonwealth.29\|Volkavaar]] are far from the border and so there is little sign of the obvious military build-up taking place in the north-east of the nation.		Finally, the [[Large_but_far_away#Lantir\|Lantir]] problem remains unresolved, but the ports of [[Commonwealth_ports#Leerdam_.28Eastern_Commonwealth.29\|Leerdam]] and [[Commonwealth_ports#Volkavaar_.28Western_Commonwealth.29\|Volkavaar]] are far from the border and so there is little sign of the obvious military build-up taking place in the north-east of the nation.

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	* [[On the other side]] - Wind of Fortune dealing with fallout of the Sumaah Symposium		* [[On the other side]] - Wind of Fortune dealing with fallout of the Sumaah Symposium
	* [[There is thunder]] - Wind of Fortune dealing with the proposal to attack the Asavean slave trade		* [[There is thunder]] - Wind of Fortune dealing with the proposal to attack the Asavean slave trade
	* [[384YE_Summer_Solstice_winds_of_fortune#Trade_Summary\|Trade summary]] - Summary of things ~~effecting~~ foreign trade in the coming season		* [[384YE_Summer_Solstice_winds_of_fortune#Trade_Summary\|Trade summary]] - Summary of things affecting foreign trade in the coming season

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	==Stone and Prayers==		==Stone and Prayers==
	* '''The [[Ambassador to Asavea]] is currently ''Ashborn Pakt'' of the [[Imperial Orcs]]'''		* '''The [[Ambassador to Asavea]] is currently ''Ashborn Pakt'' of the [[Imperial Orcs]]'''
	The good news is there has been no particular deterioration in relations between the ~~Assavean~~ Archipelago and the Empire. Mind you, that isn't saying very much. The Plenum remains barely cordial, with the strong anti-Imperial faction missing no opportunity to discredit the Empire. There have been further developments with the [[On_the_outside_looking_inside#The_Temple_of_the_Seven_Virtues\|Temple of the Seven Virtues]] in Nemoria. Work on the temple has been completed, with the final touch apparently being seven large bronze statues of humans and animals installed in the interior. Not that anyone can say for certain - visitors are not encouraged and only those prepared to go through a lengthy "initiation of dedication" are allowed to see the interior. Portilium Traposdo - the man who bought the ruins from the Plenum - has declared themselves the ''First Priest of Virtue'' and begun debating the nobility of Virtue with passers-by. Their oratory is somewhat simple but hits a fairly benign, if shallow understanding of the Way, and apparently has extended to making several speeches about Virtue within the Plenum itself. The Ambassador is likely to know more about this situation.		The good news is there has been no particular deterioration in relations between the Asavean Archipelago and the Empire. Mind you, that isn't saying very much. The Plenum remains barely cordial, with the strong anti-Imperial faction missing no opportunity to discredit the Empire. There have been further developments with the [[On_the_outside_looking_inside#The_Temple_of_the_Seven_Virtues\|Temple of the Seven Virtues]] in Nemoria. Work on the temple has been completed, with the final touch apparently being seven large bronze statues of humans and animals installed in the interior. Not that anyone can say for certain - visitors are not encouraged and only those prepared to go through a lengthy "initiation of dedication" are allowed to see the interior. Portilium Traposdo - the man who bought the ruins from the Plenum - has declared themselves the ''First Priest of Virtue'' and begun debating the nobility of Virtue with passers-by. Their oratory is somewhat simple but hits a fairly benign, if shallow understanding of the Way, and apparently has extended to making several speeches about Virtue within the Plenum itself. The Ambassador is likely to know more about this situation.
	===The Cavabianca Docks===		===The Cavabianca Docks===
	* '''Two proposals have been put forward by the Heraclien and Ragnabe family for things that might be done to maintain the trade in white granite'''		* '''Two proposals have been put forward by the Heraclien and Ragnabe family for things that might be done to maintain the trade in white granite'''

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	The smile froze on her face, and her lips twitched slightly as she bit back the urge to say something unconstructive. Ruud didn't notice though - he was already gesturing for the physick to bring him some more of the marrowort tea. The very ''expensive'' marrowort tea.</ic>		The smile froze on her face, and her lips twitched slightly as she bit back the urge to say something unconstructive. Ruud didn't notice though - he was already gesturing for the physick to bring him some more of the marrowort tea. The very ''expensive'' marrowort tea.</ic>
	<div style="float:left; width: 600px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Starcathedral.jpg\|caption=Final impression of the Cathedral of the Navigators.\|align=left\|width=600}}</div>		<div style="float:left; width: 600px; clear: left;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Starcathedral.jpg\|caption=Final impression of the Cathedral of the Navigators.\|align=left\|width=600}}</div>
			{{Audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zIfiDfae_s}}
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	There are six great powers in the known world, of which the Empire is just one. It is allied with two of those nations - the [[Commonwealth]] in the east and the western [[Sumaah Republic]] - through the [[Ratify Liberty Pact\|Liberty Pact]]. The [[Principalities of Jarm]] and the [[Asavean Archipelago]] are increasingly unhappy with the Empire, in part due to the [[Tariffs#Sanctions\|sanctions]] imposed on their trade by all Liberty Pact members. Only the [[Sarcophan Delves]] remains neutral, carefully guarding the freedom to trade where it wills.		There are six great powers in the known world, of which the Empire is just one. It is allied with two of those nations - the [[Commonwealth]] in the east and the western [[Sumaah Republic]] - through the [[Ratify Liberty Pact\|Liberty Pact]]. The [[Principalities of Jarm]] and the [[Asavean Archipelago]] are increasingly unhappy with the Empire, in part due to the [[Tariffs#Sanctions\|sanctions]] imposed on their trade by all Liberty Pact members. Only the [[Sarcophan Delves]] remains neutral, carefully guarding the freedom to trade where it wills.

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	During the Spring Equinox, there was a meeting between representatives of the Thule and the Empire using [[Lashonar\|Lashonar's]] [[Archmage_of_Night#The_Caucus_Forum\|Caucus Forum]]. The meeting mixed diplomatic and military discussion, and during the process the Thule suggested that future discussion of the alliance's strategy would be done via the [[Ambassador to Otkodov]], '''Yevgeny Katzev'''. Since that agreement was made, the Ambassador's Thule counterpart ''Rak Who-Speaks-For-The-Dragons-Undivided'' has contacted the embassy in [[Miekarova#Mieriada\|Wendell's Hope]] admitting that a mistake has been made. Ambassadors communicate via [[Call Winged Messenger]] (and similar rituals), and it can take anywhere from several hours, to several days, or even weeks, for the missive to be delivered. This is, obviously, not tolerable when two proud nations are engaged in a military alliance.		During the Spring Equinox, there was a meeting between representatives of the Thule and the Empire using [[Lashonar\|Lashonar's]] [[Archmage_of_Night#The_Caucus_Forum\|Caucus Forum]]. The meeting mixed diplomatic and military discussion, and during the process the Thule suggested that future discussion of the alliance's strategy would be done via the [[Ambassador to Otkodov]], '''Yevgeny Katzev'''. Since that agreement was made, the Ambassador's Thule counterpart ''Rak Who-Speaks-For-The-Dragons-Undivided'' has contacted the embassy in [[Miekarova#Mieriada\|Wendell's Hope]] admitting that a mistake has been made. Ambassadors communicate via [[Call Winged Messenger]] (and similar rituals), and it can take anywhere from several hours, to several days, or even weeks, for the missive to be delivered. This is, obviously, not tolerable when two proud nations are engaged in a military alliance.

	As a consequence, the Thule have secured the use of the ''caucus forum'' during the Summer Solstice, and again during the Autumn Equinox, They invite the [[Ambassador to Otkodov]] to attend with two others of their choice - presumably including a representative of the [[~~Imperial~~ Military Council]] - so that they can discuss the military campaigns in both Sermersuaq and Ossium. This will also present an opportunity to deliver the crystal mana offered to the Thule to support the potent [[enchantment\|enchantments]] they placed on their armies during the recent season of war. 120 crystal mana would be sufficient, although the Thule will also accept [[Vis\|measures of quintessence]] in place of crystal mana (treating one measure as equivalent to two crystal mana).		As a consequence, the Thule have secured the use of the ''caucus forum'' during the Summer Solstice, and again during the Autumn Equinox, They invite the [[Ambassador to Otkodov]] to attend with two others of their choice - presumably including a representative of the [[Military Council]] - so that they can discuss the military campaigns in both Sermersuaq and Ossium. This will also present an opportunity to deliver the crystal mana offered to the Thule to support the potent [[enchantment\|enchantments]] they placed on their armies during the recent season of war. 120 crystal mana would be sufficient, although the Thule will also accept [[Vis\|measures of quintessence]] in place of crystal mana (treating one measure as equivalent to two crystal mana).

	A herald of Lashonar will collect Yevgeny and their companions from the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial Regio]] at half-past six on Saturday evening.		A herald of Lashonar will collect Yevgeny and their companions from the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial Regio]] at half-past six on Saturday evening.
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	Mathilda Fisher and her Jotun "allies" have [[Deep when the river's high\|conquered three-fifths of Bregasland]]. Imperial armies are still in the territory - in [[Bregasland#Ottermire\|Ottermire]] and [[Bregasland#The Rushes\|the Rushes]] - but that has not prevented the self-styled Steward of Bregasland sending an emissary to the Imperial Consulate in Tassato under a flag of truce. The emissary is accompanied by a [[Jotun]] orc who speaks on behalf of the King of Narkyst, one of the two rulers of the western orcs. Their proposal is as straightforward as it is likely to prove extremely unpopular - not least because the Marches assembly has been very clear of its opinion of Mathilda Fisher and her attempt to set herself up as "queen of the Bregas".		Mathilda Fisher and her Jotun "allies" have [[Deep when the river's high\|conquered three-fifths of Bregasland]]. Imperial armies are still in the territory - in [[Bregasland#Ottermire\|Ottermire]] and [[Bregasland#The Rushes\|the Rushes]] - but that has not prevented the self-styled Steward of Bregasland sending an emissary to the Imperial Consulate in Tassato under a flag of truce. The emissary is accompanied by a [[Jotun]] orc who speaks on behalf of the King of Narkyst, one of the two rulers of the western orcs. Their proposal is as straightforward as it is likely to prove extremely unpopular - not least because the Marches assembly has been very clear of its opinion of Mathilda Fisher and her attempt to set herself up as "queen of the Bregas".

	The Steward of Bregasland intends to complete the conquest of Bregasland during the coming season. She is still committed to creating an independent state in Bregasland, and the Jotun are prepared to recognise them as a free nation. Mathilda again asks the Empire to do the same. If the Imperial Senate [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|cedes]] the remaining regions of Bregasland, or if the [[~~Imperial~~ Military Council]] simply withdraws their forces from Bregasland, then Mathilda will come to Anvil along with a herald of the King of Narkyst, and negotiate a [[Imperial Consul#Representative of the Empire\|treaty]] with the Imperial Consul during the Autumn Equinox. The details will need to be agreed at the time, but Mathilda is clear that as part of the neutrality of Bregasland the Jotun will agree not to use the marshes as a base of operations from which to attack the rest of the Marches. If such a treaty is ''not'' secured, then Mathilda will need the continued support of the Jotun jarls. This will almost certainly mean that the only way to secure Bregasland will be to support a Jotun invasion of [[Mitwold]] and [[Mournwold]] and further bloodshed in the Marches.		The Steward of Bregasland intends to complete the conquest of Bregasland during the coming season. She is still committed to creating an independent state in Bregasland, and the Jotun are prepared to recognise them as a free nation. Mathilda again asks the Empire to do the same. If the Imperial Senate [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|cedes]] the remaining regions of Bregasland, or if the [[Military Council]] simply withdraws their forces from Bregasland, then Mathilda will come to Anvil along with a herald of the King of Narkyst, and negotiate a [[Imperial Consul#Representative of the Empire\|treaty]] with the Imperial Consul during the Autumn Equinox. The details will need to be agreed at the time, but Mathilda is clear that as part of the neutrality of Bregasland the Jotun will agree not to use the marshes as a base of operations from which to attack the rest of the Marches. If such a treaty is ''not'' secured, then Mathilda will need the continued support of the Jotun jarls. This will almost certainly mean that the only way to secure Bregasland will be to support a Jotun invasion of [[Mitwold]] and [[Mournwold]] and further bloodshed in the Marches.

	As a codicil, once Mathilda's "offer" is made public, the Constitutional Court offered some additional guidance on the use of [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concedence]] that seems particularly apposite.		As a codicil, once Mathilda's "offer" is made public, the Constitutional Court offered some additional guidance on the use of [[Powers_of_the_Imperial_Senate#Concedence\|concedence]] that seems particularly apposite.

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	A number of Commonwealth magicians - their ''zauberer'' - have taken up residence at the [[Construct Lyceum Schloss\|Lyceum Schloss]] in [[Madruga]]. Their number includes ''Professor Michael Enden'' of Volkavaar university and an expert in large-scale [[enchantment]] who has by all accounts settled in very well with the otherwise Imperial faculty. The Commonwealth students have brought a welcome enthusiasm for learning to the Lyceum, and have already established a popular duelling club, dedicated to the mastery of [[Spellcasting#Offensive_Spells\|battle magic]].		A number of Commonwealth magicians - their ''zauberer'' - have taken up residence at the [[Construct Lyceum Schloss\|Lyceum Schloss]] in [[Madruga]]. Their number includes ''Professor Michael Enden'' of Volkavaar university and an expert in large-scale [[enchantment]] who has by all accounts settled in very well with the otherwise Imperial faculty. The Commonwealth students have brought a welcome enthusiasm for learning to the Lyceum, and have already established a popular duelling club, dedicated to the mastery of [[Spellcasting#Offensive_Spells\|battle magic]].

	~~Professer~~ Enden also brings a reminder that the magical masters of the University at Volkavaar are still waiting for a response to [[On_the_outside_looking_inside#Zauberer_Things\|their offer]] to share magical rituals with the Imperial Conclave. Once the Conclave has made up their minds, they can use the [[declaration]] of [[endowment]] to decide which of the [[Grandmaster\|grandmasters]] will receive the rituals. Given the nature of the bequest, a single declaration of Endowment can be used to assign any or all of these four ritual gifts to any number of Orders. The Empire does not have a great deal of insight into [[Commonwealth#Magic\|Commonwealth magic]]. The Civil Service believe that while their magicians are masters of battlefield magic, especially of the realms of Summer, Autumn, and Spring, they still possess a reasonable breadth of ritual knowledge that covers a number of topics. As such ''any'' of the Orders would make suitable beneficiaries for their offer.		Professor Enden also brings a reminder that the magical masters of the University at Volkavaar are still waiting for a response to [[On_the_outside_looking_inside#Zauberer_Things\|their offer]] to share magical rituals with the Imperial Conclave. Once the Conclave has made up their minds, they can use the [[declaration]] of [[endowment]] to decide which of the [[Grandmaster\|grandmasters]] will receive the rituals. Given the nature of the bequest, a single declaration of Endowment can be used to assign any or all of these four ritual gifts to any number of Orders. The Empire does not have a great deal of insight into [[Commonwealth#Magic\|Commonwealth magic]]. The Civil Service believe that while their magicians are masters of battlefield magic, especially of the realms of Summer, Autumn, and Spring, they still possess a reasonable breadth of ritual knowledge that covers a number of topics. As such ''any'' of the Orders would make suitable beneficiaries for their offer.

	Finally, the [[Large_but_far_away#Lantir\|Lantir]] problem remains unresolved, but the ports of [[Commonwealth_ports#Leerdam_.28Eastern_Commonwealth.29\|Leerdam]] and [[Commonwealth_ports#Volkavaar_.28Western_Commonwealth.29\|Volkavaar]] are far from the border and so there is little sign of the obvious military build-up taking place in the north-east of the nation.		Finally, the [[Large_but_far_away#Lantir\|Lantir]] problem remains unresolved, but the ports of [[Commonwealth_ports#Leerdam_.28Eastern_Commonwealth.29\|Leerdam]] and [[Commonwealth_ports#Volkavaar_.28Western_Commonwealth.29\|Volkavaar]] are far from the border and so there is little sign of the obvious military build-up taking place in the north-east of the nation.