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Twiggy at 11:22, 26 September 2025

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	The [[Iron Confederacy]] continues to maintain cordial but cool relations with the Empire. Though both nations have applied [[Tariffs#Sanctions\|sanctions]] on trade with the other the port of Robec continues to be open to Imperial traders. While some Suranni merchants still trade overland into [[Segura]], by far the most common travellers crossing the border between the Brass Coast and [[Bay_of_Catazar#Kalino_.28or_.E2.80.9CArbonne.E2.80.9D.29\|Arbonne]] are the detachments of lawkeepers moving into the Empire in search of cultists of the Hand of Dumon.		The [[Iron Confederacy]] continues to maintain cordial but cool relations with the Empire. Though both nations have applied [[Tariffs#Sanctions\|sanctions]] on trade with the other the port of Robec continues to be open to Imperial traders. While some Suranni merchants still trade overland into [[Segura]], by far the most common travellers crossing the border between the Brass Coast and [[Bay_of_Catazar#Kalino_.28or_.E2.80.9CArbonne.E2.80.9D.29\|Arbonne]] are the detachments of lawkeepers moving into the Empire in search of cultists of the Hand of Dumon.

	Imperial Merchants visiting Robec bring back a few disturbing tales. Asavean ships are a common sight on the docks here, and the number of Grendel vessels trading with the Iron Confederacy appears to have increased slightly in recent months. There's also stories that the Suranni have "noticed" that all their [[Two_minutes#Bats.2C_Bottles.2C_and_Beginnings\|criminal wizards appear to have vanished]]. Opinion is divided on this. The common folk appear to see it as a positive thing - good riddance to bad rubbish. Some of the priests are preaching that it is a sign that [[Suranni_pantheon#Dumon_the_Liar.2C_the_Wicked_One\|Dumon the Liar]] has finally betrayed his foolish followers, consuming them in a cannibalistic frenzy. The ~~Lawkeepers~~ are less sure; they're continuing to look for signs that the wizards are gathering in secret preparing to ignite a civil war. The Dukes, though, are said to be looking northward - towards the borders with Faraden and the Empire - and wondering exactly where so many magicians might have disappeared ''to''. For now though it is apparently being treated as a mystery, which doesn't concern outsiders thank you very much.		Imperial Merchants visiting Robec bring back a few disturbing tales. Asavean ships are a common sight on the docks here, and the number of Grendel vessels trading with the Iron Confederacy appears to have increased slightly in recent months. There's also stories that the Suranni have "noticed" that all their [[Two_minutes#Bats.2C_Bottles.2C_and_Beginnings\|criminal wizards appear to have vanished]]. Opinion is divided on this. The common folk appear to see it as a positive thing - good riddance to bad rubbish. Some of the priests are preaching that it is a sign that [[Suranni_pantheon#Dumon_the_Liar.2C_the_Wicked_One\|Dumon the Liar]] has finally betrayed his foolish followers, consuming them in a cannibalistic frenzy. The lawkeepers are less sure; they're continuing to look for signs that the wizards are gathering in secret preparing to ignite a civil war. The Dukes, though, are said to be looking northward - towards the borders with Faraden and the Empire - and wondering exactly where so many magicians might have disappeared ''to''. For now though it is apparently being treated as a mystery, which doesn't concern outsiders thank you very much.

	==Faraden==		==Faraden==

Twiggy at 15:33, 18 September 2025

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	Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.		Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.

	It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the ~~Illarchs~~ and Grand ~~Illarchs~~ that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.		It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the Ilarchs and Grand Ilarchs that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.

	There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].		There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].

Twiggy at 14:41, 18 September 2025

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	Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.		Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.

	It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the ~~Ilarchs~~ and Grand ~~Ilarchs~~ that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.		It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the Illarchs and Grand Illarchs that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.

	There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].		There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].

Twiggy at 19:56, 6 August 2025

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	Relations with the [[Faraden]] continue to improve. Trade remains robust across the borders into the Brass Coast. Faraden merchant caravans can be encountered in all corners of the Empire (or at least those corners that can be reached without getting on a ship). The [[Farewell wanderlust\|potent Autumn enchantment]] at work in the Empire encouraging trade has seen a number of lucrative new deals struck between Faraden and Imperial entrepreneurs. The [[Two_minutes#Emissary_to_the_Tchemetzi\|formal delegation from the Conclave]] to the Tchemetzi magician family has gone over very well indeed, seen as a positive move not only by the magician families but also the merchants and even the priests. Faraden priests who favour [[Pride]] in particular see the envoy as a sign that the Empire is finally ready to start treating their western neighbours as equals. Likewise, Imperial investment in the [[Support Expansion of Caitun\|port of Caitun]], along with the lifting of sanctions, is going a long way towards softening Faraden attitudes to the Empire.		Relations with the [[Faraden]] continue to improve. Trade remains robust across the borders into the Brass Coast. Faraden merchant caravans can be encountered in all corners of the Empire (or at least those corners that can be reached without getting on a ship). The [[Farewell wanderlust\|potent Autumn enchantment]] at work in the Empire encouraging trade has seen a number of lucrative new deals struck between Faraden and Imperial entrepreneurs. The [[Two_minutes#Emissary_to_the_Tchemetzi\|formal delegation from the Conclave]] to the Tchemetzi magician family has gone over very well indeed, seen as a positive move not only by the magician families but also the merchants and even the priests. Faraden priests who favour [[Pride]] in particular see the envoy as a sign that the Empire is finally ready to start treating their western neighbours as equals. Likewise, Imperial investment in the [[Support Expansion of Caitun\|port of Caitun]], along with the lifting of sanctions, is going a long way towards softening Faraden attitudes to the Empire.

	There is a little concern when a contingent of Imperial priests associated with the [[Pride]] assembly make the long journey across the [[Sea of Snow]] to Faraden to learn more about their faith. Some of the priest families denounce the move, claiming it is nothing short of a cover for espionage, or a cover for the Empire to exact retribution for the [[All_in_red#Fire_in_the_Night\|actions of the Modnos zealots]]. The other priest families, however, dismiss these worries, and extend a cautious welcome. As one Imperial priest points out, half joking, it is obvious that the Faraden really don't see any value in [[Vigilance]]. Nobody laughs. The delegation is ongoing, the priests of the Pride assembly have learned a great deal more about Faraden religion and intend to share what they know when they return to the Empire. It seems that while superficially the ~~Farden~~ religion is similar to the Way, and some of the same language is used, there are actually some significant differences.		There is a little concern when a contingent of Imperial priests associated with the [[Pride]] assembly make the long journey across the [[Sea of Snow]] to Faraden to learn more about their faith. Some of the priest families denounce the move, claiming it is nothing short of a cover for espionage, or a cover for the Empire to exact retribution for the [[All_in_red#Fire_in_the_Night\|actions of the Modnos zealots]]. The other priest families, however, dismiss these worries, and extend a cautious welcome. As one Imperial priest points out, half joking, it is obvious that the Faraden really don't see any value in [[Vigilance]]. Nobody laughs. The delegation is ongoing, the priests of the Pride assembly have learned a great deal more about Faraden religion and intend to share what they know when they return to the Empire. It seems that while superficially the Faraden religion is similar to the Way, and some of the same language is used, there are actually some significant differences.

	While they're not involved in espionage, the emissaries from the Pride assembly uncover a fact that may be of relevance to the Empire. A [[magister]] uses an [[Call Winged Messenger\|Autumn ritual]] to dispatch information back to their chapterhouse. Apparently, the Spring Equinox will see a significant meeting between the Faraden and the Jotun orcs. While the peace treaty between the two nations is still holding, the matter of travel through the Lasambrian Hills is due to be renegotiated. Currently Faraden merchants pay a toll to the Jotun to pass overland into the Empire. A number of priests, and the Faraden priests dedicated to the path of Prosperity, are very concerned about the potential outcome of this meeting. It appears that the Lasambrian Jotun in particular are keen for the arrangement to end - for the Faraden to trade only with them and not with their Imperial counterparts. This might have significant implications for Faraden and Imperial trade, given that if the Hills are closed, it will mean the end not only of the [[Gloaming Road]], but of all overland trade between the two nations - and even with the expansion of the port at Caitun, the Faraden are very much ''not'' mariners.		While they're not involved in espionage, the emissaries from the Pride assembly uncover a fact that may be of relevance to the Empire. A [[magister]] uses an [[Call Winged Messenger\|Autumn ritual]] to dispatch information back to their chapterhouse. Apparently, the Spring Equinox will see a significant meeting between the Faraden and the Jotun orcs. While the peace treaty between the two nations is still holding, the matter of travel through the Lasambrian Hills is due to be renegotiated. Currently Faraden merchants pay a toll to the Jotun to pass overland into the Empire. A number of priests, and the Faraden priests dedicated to the path of Prosperity, are very concerned about the potential outcome of this meeting. It appears that the Lasambrian Jotun in particular are keen for the arrangement to end - for the Faraden to trade only with them and not with their Imperial counterparts. This might have significant implications for Faraden and Imperial trade, given that if the Hills are closed, it will mean the end not only of the [[Gloaming Road]], but of all overland trade between the two nations - and even with the expansion of the port at Caitun, the Faraden are very much ''not'' mariners.

Apoth: /* A Breakaway Enclave */

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A Breakaway Enclave

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	Not all the orcs in Spiral are allied with the Apulian rebels. As recounted by the [[Wolves of War]], a breakaway group have set up a base of operations in southern [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Apstrus]] near the border with [[Bay_of_Catazar#Mareave\|Mareave]]. They are led by ''Paymaster Muireall'', a Grendel of some renown despite her [[Roll_and_fall#The_Paymaster.27s_Plan\|recent setbacks]]. She has [[a tide in the affairs\|declared that she has no intention of joining The Empire]]. Just because the Salt Lord has chosen the losing side, she argues, does not mean all should suffer. Although Paymaster Muireall has gathered together a large number of Grendel orcs of a similar mind, they do not control enough military strength to contest the [[territory#Region\|region]], and indeed they have studiously refrained from violence either against the local population or the Wolves of War, no doubt to avoid sanctions under the still ongoing peace treaty. They are however refusing to be recognise the new status of Spiral, be governed by Imperial Law, or pay Imperial taxes. They claim they are Grendel, and that Spiral is rightfully Grendel, and that if the Empire takes any aggressive action against them, the treaty will have been violated.		Not all the orcs in Spiral are allied with the Apulian rebels. As recounted by the [[Wolves of War]], a breakaway group have set up a base of operations in southern [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Apstrus]] near the border with [[Bay_of_Catazar#Mareave\|Mareave]]. They are led by ''Paymaster Muireall'', a Grendel of some renown despite her [[Roll_and_fall#The_Paymaster.27s_Plan\|recent setbacks]]. She has [[a tide in the affairs\|declared that she has no intention of joining The Empire]]. Just because the Salt Lord has chosen the losing side, she argues, does not mean all should suffer. Although Paymaster Muireall has gathered together a large number of Grendel orcs of a similar mind, they do not control enough military strength to contest the [[territory#Region\|region]], and indeed they have studiously refrained from violence either against the local population or the Wolves of War, no doubt to avoid sanctions under the still ongoing peace treaty. They are however refusing to be recognise the new status of Spiral, be governed by Imperial Law, or pay Imperial taxes. They claim they are Grendel, and that Spiral is rightfully Grendel, and that if the Empire takes any aggressive action against them, the treaty will have been violated.

	Muireall's position is tenuous, especially since the failed raid on Tsark, but what that endeavour has left her with is a large cache of mountaineering equipment, and several experts in navigating military forces through steep mountains. If she is left to cement her position, it is likely that she will be able to establish a route through the normally impassable mountains of Apstrus, from ~~Maraeve~~, which might allow Grendel forces to attack directly there rather than be forced to take the [[Spiral#The_Passes\|Apulian Way]] and deal with the Palace of Apulian.		Muireall's position is tenuous, especially since the failed raid on Tsark, but what that endeavour has left her with is a large cache of mountaineering equipment, and several experts in navigating military forces through steep mountains. If she is left to cement her position, it is likely that she will be able to establish a route through the normally impassable mountains of Apstrus, from Mareave, which might allow Grendel forces to attack directly there rather than be forced to take the [[Spiral#The_Passes\|Apulian Way]] and deal with the Palace of Apulian.

	A representative of Paymaster Muireall, ''Secretary Frangan of the North ~~Maraeve~~ Trading Consortium'', will be attending Anvil on Sunday at one in the afternoon. He intends to speak with the [[Ambassador to the Grendel]], and perhaps the [[general\|generals]] of the Wolves of War and the [[Citadel Guard]] if they are interested, about sorting this whole mess out before it goes any further.		A representative of Paymaster Muireall, ''Secretary Frangan of the North Mareave Trading Consortium'', will be attending Anvil on Sunday at one in the afternoon. He intends to speak with the [[Ambassador to the Grendel]], and perhaps the [[general\|generals]] of the Wolves of War and the [[Citadel Guard]] if they are interested, about sorting this whole mess out before it goes any further.

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

Dre at 21:54, 13 May 2024

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Rafferty at 19:36, 5 September 2023

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	[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:385YE ~~Spring~~]][[Category:Recent History]][[Category:Trade Winds]]		[[Category:Winds of Fortune]][[Category:385YE Summer]][[Category:Recent History]][[Category:Trade Winds]]
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The Empire is one of six great powers who wield influence over the known world. Two of those other nations, the [[Commonwealth]] and the [[Sumaah Republic]] are allied to the Empire via the [[Ratify Liberty Pact\|Liberty Pact]]. Two others - the [[Asavean Archipelago]] and the [[Principalities of Jarm]] are slaving nations, targeted with [[Tariffs#Sanctions\|sanctions]] by the Pact members. The last nation, the [[Sarcophan Delves]], neither uses slaves nor upholds the Liberty Pact, cherishing the freedom to trade where it wills. There are countless smaller nations in the Known World, but those that neighbour the Empire are of particular importance to Imperial citizens. [[Faraden]], [[Axos]], the [[Iron Confederacy]], [[Otkodov]], and the [[Bay_of_Catazar#The_Broken_Shore_and_Attar\|Broken Shore]] are all home to nations whose proximity grants them an unexpected level of influence over the much larger Empire they surround.		The Empire is one of six great powers who wield influence over the known world. Two of those other nations, the [[Commonwealth]] and the [[Sumaah Republic]] are allied to the Empire via the [[Ratify Liberty Pact\|Liberty Pact]]. Two others - the [[Asavean Archipelago]] and the [[Principalities of Jarm]] are slaving nations, targeted with [[Tariffs#Sanctions\|sanctions]] by the Pact members. The last nation, the [[Sarcophan Delves]], neither uses slaves nor upholds the Liberty Pact, cherishing the freedom to trade where it wills. There are countless smaller nations in the Known World, but those that neighbour the Empire are of particular importance to Imperial citizens. [[Faraden]], [[Axos]], the [[Iron Confederacy]], [[Otkodov]], and the [[Bay_of_Catazar#The_Broken_Shore_and_Attar\|Broken Shore]] are all home to nations whose proximity grants them an unexpected level of influence over the much larger Empire they surround.

Vsabo: /* Salt */

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Salt

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	What began as rumour and speculation has slowly become incontrovertible fact. The Plenum has sent three massive warships, and several smaller vessels, to Grendel waters. Shortly before the Spring Equinox, these vessels raided the Isle of the Osseini, destroying the Sanctuary of the Justicars and murdering everyone there. They then swept west to Shantarim, and razed the town, killing every corsair they could find. Nobody will confirm it directly, but it seems that they did this at the behest of Governor Rahab of [[Feroz]], finally driven beyond the point of reason by slap after slap from the people of the Empire.		What began as rumour and speculation has slowly become incontrovertible fact. The Plenum has sent three massive warships, and several smaller vessels, to Grendel waters. Shortly before the Spring Equinox, these vessels raided the Isle of the Osseini, destroying the Sanctuary of the Justicars and murdering everyone there. They then swept west to Shantarim, and razed the town, killing every corsair they could find. Nobody will confirm it directly, but it seems that they did this at the behest of Governor Rahab of [[Feroz]], finally driven beyond the point of reason by slap after slap from the people of the Empire.

	Then, during the Spring Equinox Summit, information reached Anvil that the [[Overseer_of_the_Cavabianca_Dock#Cavabianca_Dock\|Cavabianca Docks]] in [[Sarvos]] had also been attacked. According to eyewitnesses, a number of Asavean "merchant" ships visited the docks. As the Senate had not ~~delcared~~ war on Asavea, there was no reason to prevent them docking in Sarvos. Then, less than half an hour later, they set fire to the quays and warehouses, and fled the scene. Some Sarvosan vessels tried to give chase but they were too slow to respond. Meanwhile the people of Sarvos fought to prevent the flames spreading beyond the former [[white granite]] docks into the city proper. Thankfully, in no small part due to the [[Construct_Sweetwater_Springs\|Sweetwater Springs]], the blaze was brought under control. The Cavabianca Docks, however, have been destroyed. No more Asavean white granite will come to Sarvos, and there is no chance that the docks can now be repurposed to allow the merchant ships of other nations to visit.		Then, during the Spring Equinox Summit, information reached Anvil that the [[Overseer_of_the_Cavabianca_Dock#Cavabianca_Dock\|Cavabianca Docks]] in [[Sarvos]] had also been attacked. According to eyewitnesses, a number of Asavean "merchant" ships visited the docks. As the Senate had not declared war on Asavea, there was no reason to prevent them docking in Sarvos. Then, less than half an hour later, they set fire to the quays and warehouses, and fled the scene. Some Sarvosan vessels tried to give chase but they were too slow to respond. Meanwhile the people of Sarvos fought to prevent the flames spreading beyond the former [[white granite]] docks into the city proper. Thankfully, in no small part due to the [[Construct_Sweetwater_Springs\|Sweetwater Springs]], the blaze was brought under control. The Cavabianca Docks, however, have been destroyed. No more Asavean white granite will come to Sarvos, and there is no chance that the docks can now be repurposed to allow the merchant ships of other nations to visit.

	Speaker Morna, the Grendel Ambassador to the Empire, issued a terse statement from their offices in [[Redoubt#Cargo\|Cargo]], saying only that no Grendel ships were involved in these attacks and that it is a matter between the Empire and the Asavean Archipelago.		Speaker Morna, the Grendel Ambassador to the Empire, issued a terse statement from their offices in [[Redoubt#Cargo\|Cargo]], saying only that no Grendel ships were involved in these attacks and that it is a matter between the Empire and the Asavean Archipelago.

Vsabo: /* Freedom Accord */

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Freedom Accord

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	* '''The Imperial Senate has embargoed the Principalities of Jarm'''		* '''The Imperial Senate has embargoed the Principalities of Jarm'''
	* '''The Principalities of Jarm have severed ties with the Empire'''		* '''The Principalities of Jarm have severed ties with the Empire'''
	There has been no public contact from anyone from the Asavean Archipelago or the Principalities of Jarm over the past three months. The merchants of both nations have ceased trading with the Empire; indeed the Jarmish House of Princes has made it illegal for their citizens to sell to Imperials. Beyond that, there has been little overt sign of Jarmish activity in the Bay of ~~Catzar~~. The same cannot be said for the Asaveans.		There has been no public contact from anyone from the Asavean Archipelago or the Principalities of Jarm over the past three months. The merchants of both nations have ceased trading with the Empire; indeed the Jarmish House of Princes has made it illegal for their citizens to sell to Imperials. Beyond that, there has been little overt sign of Jarmish activity in the Bay of Catazar. The same cannot be said for the Asaveans.

	===Salt===		===Salt===
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	While there's no other evidence of blasphemy, the Kanzas clearly have mixed feelings about the war with Asavea. Without the Asaveans' protection, they say, they would never have been able to return home and would have likely ended up in a Grendel salt mine. They were offered protection despite the declining relations between Asavea and the Empire, and they were not abandoned when the Plenum declared war on the Senate. Their hosts actively conspired to get them to safety when it was clear Rahab wanted them destroyed. They wonder if the Empire would be so quick to help an Asavean family in danger?		While there's no other evidence of blasphemy, the Kanzas clearly have mixed feelings about the war with Asavea. Without the Asaveans' protection, they say, they would never have been able to return home and would have likely ended up in a Grendel salt mine. They were offered protection despite the declining relations between Asavea and the Empire, and they were not abandoned when the Plenum declared war on the Senate. Their hosts actively conspired to get them to safety when it was clear Rahab wanted them destroyed. They wonder if the Empire would be so quick to help an Asavean family in danger?

	==Diplomatic Endeavours==		==Diplomatic Endeavours==
	* '''Vito Danierri de Sarvos continues to the ambassadors of the Empire'''		* '''Vito Danierri de Sarvos continues to the ambassadors of the Empire'''

Vsabo: /* Faraden */

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Faraden

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	There is a little concern when a contingent of Imperial priests associated with the [[Pride]] assembly make the long journey across the [[Sea of Snow]] to Faraden to learn more about their faith. Some of the priest families denounce the move, claiming it is nothing short of a cover for espionage, or a cover for the Empire to exact retribution for the [[All_in_red#Fire_in_the_Night\|actions of the Modnos zealots]]. The other priest families, however, dismiss these worries, and extend a cautious welcome. As one Imperial priest points out, half joking, it is obvious that the Faraden really don't see any value in [[Vigilance]]. Nobody laughs. The delegation is ongoing, the priests of the Pride assembly have learned a great deal more about Faraden religion and intend to share what they know when they return to the Empire. It seems that while superficially the Farden religion is similar to the Way, and some of the same language is used, there are actually some significant differences.		There is a little concern when a contingent of Imperial priests associated with the [[Pride]] assembly make the long journey across the [[Sea of Snow]] to Faraden to learn more about their faith. Some of the priest families denounce the move, claiming it is nothing short of a cover for espionage, or a cover for the Empire to exact retribution for the [[All_in_red#Fire_in_the_Night\|actions of the Modnos zealots]]. The other priest families, however, dismiss these worries, and extend a cautious welcome. As one Imperial priest points out, half joking, it is obvious that the Faraden really don't see any value in [[Vigilance]]. Nobody laughs. The delegation is ongoing, the priests of the Pride assembly have learned a great deal more about Faraden religion and intend to share what they know when they return to the Empire. It seems that while superficially the Farden religion is similar to the Way, and some of the same language is used, there are actually some significant differences.

	While they're not involved in espionage, the emissaries from the Pride assembly uncover a fact that may be of relevance to the Empire. A [[magister]] uses [[Call Winged Messenger\|Autumn ritual]] to dispatch information back to their chapterhouse. Apparently, the Spring Equinox will see a significant meeting between the Faraden and the Jotun orcs. While the peace treaty between the two nations is still holding, the matter of travel through the Lasambrian Hills is due to be renegotiated. Currently Faraden merchants pay a toll to the Jotun to pass overland into the Empire. A number of priests, and the Faraden priests dedicated to the path of Prosperity, are very concerned about the potential outcome of this meeting. It appears that the Lasambrian Jotun in particular are keen for the arrangement to end - for the Faraden to trade only with them and not with their Imperial counterparts. This might have significant implications for Faraden and Imperial trade, given that if the Hills are closed, it will mean the end not only of the [[Gloaming Road]], but of all overland trade between the two nations - and even with the expansion of the port at Caitun, the Faraden are very much ''not'' mariners.		While they're not involved in espionage, the emissaries from the Pride assembly uncover a fact that may be of relevance to the Empire. A [[magister]] uses an [[Call Winged Messenger\|Autumn ritual]] to dispatch information back to their chapterhouse. Apparently, the Spring Equinox will see a significant meeting between the Faraden and the Jotun orcs. While the peace treaty between the two nations is still holding, the matter of travel through the Lasambrian Hills is due to be renegotiated. Currently Faraden merchants pay a toll to the Jotun to pass overland into the Empire. A number of priests, and the Faraden priests dedicated to the path of Prosperity, are very concerned about the potential outcome of this meeting. It appears that the Lasambrian Jotun in particular are keen for the arrangement to end - for the Faraden to trade only with them and not with their Imperial counterparts. This might have significant implications for Faraden and Imperial trade, given that if the Hills are closed, it will mean the end not only of the [[Gloaming Road]], but of all overland trade between the two nations - and even with the expansion of the port at Caitun, the Faraden are very much ''not'' mariners.

	==Liberty Pact==		==Liberty Pact==

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	Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.		Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.

	It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the ~~Illarchs~~ and Grand ~~Illarchs~~ that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.		It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the Ilarchs and Grand Ilarchs that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.

	There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].		There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].

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	Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.		Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.

	It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the ~~Ilarchs~~ and Grand ~~Ilarchs~~ that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.		It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the Illarchs and Grand Illarchs that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.

	There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].		There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].

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	Relations with the [[Faraden]] continue to improve. Trade remains robust across the borders into the Brass Coast. Faraden merchant caravans can be encountered in all corners of the Empire (or at least those corners that can be reached without getting on a ship). The [[Farewell wanderlust\|potent Autumn enchantment]] at work in the Empire encouraging trade has seen a number of lucrative new deals struck between Faraden and Imperial entrepreneurs. The [[Two_minutes#Emissary_to_the_Tchemetzi\|formal delegation from the Conclave]] to the Tchemetzi magician family has gone over very well indeed, seen as a positive move not only by the magician families but also the merchants and even the priests. Faraden priests who favour [[Pride]] in particular see the envoy as a sign that the Empire is finally ready to start treating their western neighbours as equals. Likewise, Imperial investment in the [[Support Expansion of Caitun\|port of Caitun]], along with the lifting of sanctions, is going a long way towards softening Faraden attitudes to the Empire.		Relations with the [[Faraden]] continue to improve. Trade remains robust across the borders into the Brass Coast. Faraden merchant caravans can be encountered in all corners of the Empire (or at least those corners that can be reached without getting on a ship). The [[Farewell wanderlust\|potent Autumn enchantment]] at work in the Empire encouraging trade has seen a number of lucrative new deals struck between Faraden and Imperial entrepreneurs. The [[Two_minutes#Emissary_to_the_Tchemetzi\|formal delegation from the Conclave]] to the Tchemetzi magician family has gone over very well indeed, seen as a positive move not only by the magician families but also the merchants and even the priests. Faraden priests who favour [[Pride]] in particular see the envoy as a sign that the Empire is finally ready to start treating their western neighbours as equals. Likewise, Imperial investment in the [[Support Expansion of Caitun\|port of Caitun]], along with the lifting of sanctions, is going a long way towards softening Faraden attitudes to the Empire.

	There is a little concern when a contingent of Imperial priests associated with the [[Pride]] assembly make the long journey across the [[Sea of Snow]] to Faraden to learn more about their faith. Some of the priest families denounce the move, claiming it is nothing short of a cover for espionage, or a cover for the Empire to exact retribution for the [[All_in_red#Fire_in_the_Night\|actions of the Modnos zealots]]. The other priest families, however, dismiss these worries, and extend a cautious welcome. As one Imperial priest points out, half joking, it is obvious that the Faraden really don't see any value in [[Vigilance]]. Nobody laughs. The delegation is ongoing, the priests of the Pride assembly have learned a great deal more about Faraden religion and intend to share what they know when they return to the Empire. It seems that while superficially the ~~Farden~~ religion is similar to the Way, and some of the same language is used, there are actually some significant differences.		There is a little concern when a contingent of Imperial priests associated with the [[Pride]] assembly make the long journey across the [[Sea of Snow]] to Faraden to learn more about their faith. Some of the priest families denounce the move, claiming it is nothing short of a cover for espionage, or a cover for the Empire to exact retribution for the [[All_in_red#Fire_in_the_Night\|actions of the Modnos zealots]]. The other priest families, however, dismiss these worries, and extend a cautious welcome. As one Imperial priest points out, half joking, it is obvious that the Faraden really don't see any value in [[Vigilance]]. Nobody laughs. The delegation is ongoing, the priests of the Pride assembly have learned a great deal more about Faraden religion and intend to share what they know when they return to the Empire. It seems that while superficially the Faraden religion is similar to the Way, and some of the same language is used, there are actually some significant differences.

	While they're not involved in espionage, the emissaries from the Pride assembly uncover a fact that may be of relevance to the Empire. A [[magister]] uses an [[Call Winged Messenger\|Autumn ritual]] to dispatch information back to their chapterhouse. Apparently, the Spring Equinox will see a significant meeting between the Faraden and the Jotun orcs. While the peace treaty between the two nations is still holding, the matter of travel through the Lasambrian Hills is due to be renegotiated. Currently Faraden merchants pay a toll to the Jotun to pass overland into the Empire. A number of priests, and the Faraden priests dedicated to the path of Prosperity, are very concerned about the potential outcome of this meeting. It appears that the Lasambrian Jotun in particular are keen for the arrangement to end - for the Faraden to trade only with them and not with their Imperial counterparts. This might have significant implications for Faraden and Imperial trade, given that if the Hills are closed, it will mean the end not only of the [[Gloaming Road]], but of all overland trade between the two nations - and even with the expansion of the port at Caitun, the Faraden are very much ''not'' mariners.		While they're not involved in espionage, the emissaries from the Pride assembly uncover a fact that may be of relevance to the Empire. A [[magister]] uses an [[Call Winged Messenger\|Autumn ritual]] to dispatch information back to their chapterhouse. Apparently, the Spring Equinox will see a significant meeting between the Faraden and the Jotun orcs. While the peace treaty between the two nations is still holding, the matter of travel through the Lasambrian Hills is due to be renegotiated. Currently Faraden merchants pay a toll to the Jotun to pass overland into the Empire. A number of priests, and the Faraden priests dedicated to the path of Prosperity, are very concerned about the potential outcome of this meeting. It appears that the Lasambrian Jotun in particular are keen for the arrangement to end - for the Faraden to trade only with them and not with their Imperial counterparts. This might have significant implications for Faraden and Imperial trade, given that if the Hills are closed, it will mean the end not only of the [[Gloaming Road]], but of all overland trade between the two nations - and even with the expansion of the port at Caitun, the Faraden are very much ''not'' mariners.

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	* '''The positions of Broker of the Broken Shore and Spiral Envoy have lost access to their ministries and are no longer active'''		* '''The positions of Broker of the Broken Shore and Spiral Envoy have lost access to their ministries and are no longer active'''
	* '''The [[Ambassador to the Grendel]] is Abel of Urizen'''		* '''The [[Ambassador to the Grendel]] is Abel of Urizen'''
	The Salt Lords Council that rules the Grendel abruptly stopped responding to missives from the Civil Service shortly after the Spring Equinox, around the same time the [[Wolves of War]] [[A tide in the affairs\|crossed the border]] into [[Spiral]]. There was an ominous silence for three days, with nobody entering or leaving the Grendel embassy in [[Redoubt#Cargo\|Cargo]] during this time. Orc merchants from the Broken Shore continued to trade in Imperial ports along the Bay of ~~Catzar~~, apparently unaware that anything was wrong. Then, just as abruptly as communication ceased, it resumed as if nothing had happened.		The Salt Lords Council that rules the Grendel abruptly stopped responding to missives from the Civil Service shortly after the Spring Equinox, around the same time the [[Wolves of War]] [[A tide in the affairs\|crossed the border]] into [[Spiral]]. There was an ominous silence for three days, with nobody entering or leaving the Grendel embassy in [[Redoubt#Cargo\|Cargo]] during this time. Orc merchants from the Broken Shore continued to trade in Imperial ports along the Bay of Catazar, apparently unaware that anything was wrong. Then, just as abruptly as communication ceased, it resumed as if nothing had happened.

	There's no doubt that this sudden cessation and resumption of diplomatic affairs coincided with the Salt Lords discovering the [[Windfall\|treachery of Salt Lord Kaliact of Apulian]]. So far there has been nothing approaching an official response to the fact Spiral is now a [[the League\|League]] territory, "conquered" by a single army in a single season. Unofficially, the merchants who visit Imperial shores hint darkly that the Salt Lords are furious; completely blindsided by the conspiracy to defect to the Empire and the "theft" of the [[Legacy]]. Opinion among the orcs is divided between those aghast at her treachery and those who grudgingly acknowledge the [[Chords#Audacity\|Audacity]] of the Salt Lord, her allies, and the Imperial Senate. Everyone, though, knows that there must be [[Chords#Retribution\|Retribution]] for what has happened.		There's no doubt that this sudden cessation and resumption of diplomatic affairs coincided with the Salt Lords discovering the [[Windfall\|treachery of Salt Lord Kaliact of Apulian]]. So far there has been nothing approaching an official response to the fact Spiral is now a [[the League\|League]] territory, "conquered" by a single army in a single season. Unofficially, the merchants who visit Imperial shores hint darkly that the Salt Lords are furious; completely blindsided by the conspiracy to defect to the Empire and the "theft" of the [[Legacy]]. Opinion among the orcs is divided between those aghast at her treachery and those who grudgingly acknowledge the [[Chords#Audacity\|Audacity]] of the Salt Lord, her allies, and the Imperial Senate. Everyone, though, knows that there must be [[Chords#Retribution\|Retribution]] for what has happened.
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	===A Breakaway Enclave===		===A Breakaway Enclave===
	* '''A representative of the North Mareave Trading Consortium is visiting Anvil at 13:00 on Sunday'''		* '''A representative of the North Mareave Trading Consortium is visiting Anvil at 13:00 on Sunday'''
	Not all the orcs in Spiral are allied with the Apulian rebels. As recounted by the [[Wolves of War]], a breakaway group have set up a base of operations in southern [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Apstrus]] near the border with [[Bay_of_Catazar#Mareave\|Mareave]]. They are ~~lead~~ by ''Paymaster Muireall'', a Grendel of some renown despite her [[Roll_and_fall#The_Paymaster.27s_Plan\|recent setbacks]]. She has [[a tide in the affairs\|declared that she has no intention of joining The Empire]]. Just because the Salt Lord has chosen the losing side, she argues, does not mean all should suffer. Although Paymaster Muireall has gathered together a large number of Grendel orcs of a similar mind, they do not control enough military strength to contest the [[territory#Region\|region]], and indeed they have studiously refrained from violence either against the local population or the Wolves of War, no doubt to avoid sanctions under the still ongoing peace treaty. They are however refusing to be recognise the new status of Spiral, be governed by Imperial Law, or pay Imperial taxes. They claim they are Grendel, and that Spiral is rightfully Grendel, and that if the Empire takes any aggressive action against them, the treaty will have been violated.		Not all the orcs in Spiral are allied with the Apulian rebels. As recounted by the [[Wolves of War]], a breakaway group have set up a base of operations in southern [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Apstrus]] near the border with [[Bay_of_Catazar#Mareave\|Mareave]]. They are led by ''Paymaster Muireall'', a Grendel of some renown despite her [[Roll_and_fall#The_Paymaster.27s_Plan\|recent setbacks]]. She has [[a tide in the affairs\|declared that she has no intention of joining The Empire]]. Just because the Salt Lord has chosen the losing side, she argues, does not mean all should suffer. Although Paymaster Muireall has gathered together a large number of Grendel orcs of a similar mind, they do not control enough military strength to contest the [[territory#Region\|region]], and indeed they have studiously refrained from violence either against the local population or the Wolves of War, no doubt to avoid sanctions under the still ongoing peace treaty. They are however refusing to be recognise the new status of Spiral, be governed by Imperial Law, or pay Imperial taxes. They claim they are Grendel, and that Spiral is rightfully Grendel, and that if the Empire takes any aggressive action against them, the treaty will have been violated.

	Muireall's position is tenuous, especially since the failed raid on Tsark, but what that endeavour has left her with is a large cache of mountaineering equipment, and several experts in navigating military forces through steep mountains. If she is left to cement her position, it is likely that she will be able to establish a route through the normally impassable mountains of Apstrus, from Maraeve, which might allow Grendel forces to attack directly there rather than be forced to take the [[Spiral#The_Passes\|Apulian Way]] and deal with the Palace of Apulian.		Muireall's position is tenuous, especially since the failed raid on Tsark, but what that endeavour has left her with is a large cache of mountaineering equipment, and several experts in navigating military forces through steep mountains. If she is left to cement her position, it is likely that she will be able to establish a route through the normally impassable mountains of Apstrus, from Maraeve, which might allow Grendel forces to attack directly there rather than be forced to take the [[Spiral#The_Passes\|Apulian Way]] and deal with the Palace of Apulian.
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	Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.		Following the Spring equinox, a number of Asavean ships have been spotted in the Bay of Catazar, preying on vessels belonging to nations signatory to the [[Liberty Pact]]. These privateers board and rob ships, and make a point of throwing the captain and officers overboard. The ships are taken, and the crews enslaved. So far there are believed to be only a relatively small number of these opportunists at work in the Bay, but the number is increasing. At the moment, the [[the Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair\|corsairs]] and other Imperial captains operating from Sarvos, Redoubt, and Necropolis are containing the problem, but a few unlucky ships have still been lost. It's not certain what will happen if the situation continues to escalate.

	It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the ~~Illarchs~~ and Grand ~~Illarchs~~ that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.		It isn't just Imperial vessels that are targeted; [[Commonwealth]], [[Sumaah Republic]], and [[Axos\|Axou]] merchants are being attacked. Indeed, some Axou captains are reporting that Asavean ships have been spotted as far east as the waters near the Towers of Kantor, and there is significant concern among the Ilarchs and Grand Ilarchs that the Plenum may be planning a similar attack to that launched against the Empire last season. Axos is not a naval power; while its inconceivable that the Asaveans could actually threaten one of the citadels with their ships, a concerted raid by their warships could still do a lot of damage to Kantor or Issyk. With no land trade route to the Empire, it's conceivable that Asavean disruption of Axou shipping could well cut the nation off from the Empire entirely.

	There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].		There is some evidence that these Asavean ships are docking in Grendel ports, including [[Feroz#Oran\|Oran]].
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	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
	* [[Two minutes]] - 385YE Spring Wind of Fortune concerning an expedition to Faraden by the Celestial Arch		* [[Two minutes]] - 385YE Spring Wind of Fortune concerning an expedition to Faraden by the Celestial Arch
	* [[Pride and prejudice]] - 385YE Spring Wind of Fortune containing information about ~~opportunites~~ for Varushka to trade with the Thule		* [[Pride and prejudice]] - 385YE Spring Wind of Fortune containing information about opportunities for Varushka to trade with the Thule
	* [[Deep_forests_and_dark_hills#Northern_Prosperity\|Deep forests and dark hills]] - 385YE Spring Wind of Fortune detailing changes to Thule involvement with the [[Northern trade network]].		* [[Deep_forests_and_dark_hills#Northern_Prosperity\|Deep forests and dark hills]] - 385YE Spring Wind of Fortune detailing changes to Thule involvement with the [[Northern trade network]].