Fourth Era

The End of the Third Era
(8/15/2020 - 8/31/2020)

Rise of Civilizations

''A few centuries into the Third Era, the Continent began to experience a rise of civilizations. In Ostendia, the Northlands, Aldria, Masselon, the Scaly Isles, Utesbken and even in some placed not yet named, people began to organize themselves into settlements and nations. Slowly, banditry and roguery was seen as uncivilized and no longer became the norm of the Continent, and people began to ally themselves with those nearest to them. By protecting each other, they were protecting themselves. Still, some continue raiding and stealing, but now there are forces at play that seem to balance the scales a bit more.''

The Forming of the Ostendian Empire

''Four nations have come together to form the Ostendian Empire. This includes the Kingdom of Drailia, the Kingdom of Hrovisyn, the Kingdom of Aurora and the Autocracy of Deva. The Empire lays claim to the Ostendia Region, to Aurora Island, and to all forts and colonies that are currently in possession of the four founding nations.''

Emperor Julian I (Cryptonix) has been elected as the Empire's first ruler.

''Every two years (two months IRL), the Ostendian Imperial Council will vote for a new Emperor. All those on the Imperial Council are eligible for candidacy immediately, and may instead nominate a member of their nation instead, giving up their nation's Council voting rights if their nominee wins.''

''Eleven imperial laws were signed into existence at the Creation of the Empire. New laws are voted in by the Imperial Council, and every nation that joins the Ostendian Empire will receive a seat on the Imperial Council.''

Birth of a New Era

''One of the first things the Imperial Ostendian Council and the Emperor talked about was keeping track of time. Scholars argue that we are somewhere between the 200th and 350th year of the Third Era.''

It was decided that this uncertainty would not do, and the Imperial Council, along with the Emperor, voted unanimously to consider this upcoming Second Seed (September) the First Year of the Fourth Era.

Any time before can be considered "Before Creation" of the Empire, or simply just the Third Era.

Imperial War Effort Against Sheol

There are rumors on the Continent of a great war stirring between two powers that lay claim to entire regions on the Continent.

It is said that the Ostendian Empire and Sheol have clashed in a conflict involving many nations of the land.

It is unclear what started it, or where it will lead, but as more nations join the conflict, this is surely to be a war to be remembered by many.

 

Year 1, Fourth Era
(9/1/2020 - 9/30/2020)

5th of Second Seed - Second Imperial Council Meeting

There was talk of adding the County of Riverbend to the Council but the members of the Imperial Council agreed to postpone the vote to next meeting.

Two new laws were added to the Imperial Laws of the Ostendian Empire.

''One was about the specific land claims the Ostendian Empire made to the region of Ostendia and the neighboring Aurora Island. Four rivers, a lake, and several sub-regions were named within this law.''

''The other law was concerning basic protections for citizens of the Empire. It forbade things like banditry, thievery and vandalism throughout the Empire.''

''9th of Second Seed - The Joint Warfare Effort Against Noxus Aggression In recent times, the cult at Noxus has been trespassing and overstaying their welcome at many settlements across the continent, setting up monuments, spying, and proselytizing in the name of their dark deity, Xeranok.''

''When they went as far as to go to war on the Ostendian Empire, their intentions were made clear. Called into the war are the Kingdom of Hrovisyn, the Kingdom of Aurora, the Kingdom of Drailia, the state of Deva, and the allied realm of Sicilan. Noxus, with no major allies will have to stand against a large coalition of forces.''

''In this warfare of religious fervor, Noxus will seek the submission of their enemies to their religion. With their cry of “Embrace Xeranok! Achieve Union!” Their intentions with the western half of the continent are clear, often warning for the spread of an “Astral Infection” which signs of were discovered in Northern Sicilan and uprooted. Monuments to Xeranok have been spotted in the Kingdom of Aurora and in Sicilan.''

''The Ostendian Empire and their allies prepare for the war of religious aggression on their borders, knowing enemies can strike any time. As the greatest war on the continent so far, casualties will be high and damage will be great.''

9th of Second Seed - The Skirmish of Palern

''As one of the first major conflicts in the war, a small force from Noxus engaged in a skirmish with decisive victory after a short struggle to maintain the gates. The City of Palern was lightly sacked and the inhabitants managed to retreat or hold out until the skirmish ended.''

''Noxus had a quick and ambitious ambush planned against Sicilan, which they were woefully unprepared in, suffering a minor loss. Some of the ruling elite and military have temporarily fled into the wild with the intent to regroup and restore the city shortly.''

After the conflict, the threat of Noxus seems to only be growing in size, and although not a permanent victory, it will create fear in their enemies.

9th of Second Seed - Skirmish at Hrovisyn

In the previous night, a medium sized band of raiders from Noxus struck at the Kingdom of Hrovisyn, being very successful in their attack, gaining access to their storehouse and inflicting minor casualties.

''The battle was short, but eventful, the defenders of Hrovisyn tried for as long as possible to keep the attackers outside, but they infiltrated and stormed the storehouse, defeating the defenders. With conflict in the empire itself, they will be expected to have retribution.''

11th of Second Seed - Peace Negotiated Between Sheol & the Ostendian Empire

''Peace has been negotiated between Sheol and the Ostendian Empire, thanks to the Consul of Deva (Pasarus). An agreement was reached in which the Ostendian Empire was compensated 500 gold coins and Sheol joined the war effort against Noxus. Each nation agreed to not trespass on the other's land, as well.''

12th of Second Seed - Peace Negotiated Between Sheol and the Principality of Ruwyne

''Consul Sam of the Autocracy of Deva took it upon himself to negotiate peace between the Empire's new ally Sheol and one of Sheol's enemies, the Principality of Ruhwyne. Ruhwyne paid 200 gold coins to Sheol in compensation and agreed to build a road for Sheol in exchange for sovereignty over their territory in Utesbken. The Principality also agreed to join the war effort against Noxus.''

17th of Second Seed - Tragedy Strikes

Emperor Julian (Cryptonix) of the Ostendian Empire has gone missing!

19th of Second Seed - Turned Away

''The ruler of the Empire's new ally, Sheol, wished to attend the third Imperial Council meeting. He was refused on a 3/4 majority vote of the council and the alliance between the two nations broke down.''

19th of Second Seed - Regency

Emperor Julian's brother Malice Rising (Mitosis) is elected as Emperor-Regent of the Ostendian Empire to serve in his brother's absence.

22nd of Second Seed - Irae Festival

''Citizens of various nations gathered to a neutral area in Ostendia to celebrate by gathering sticks for a large fire, hunting animals for food and drinking the night away. The festival was put together by (E_Stuffs).''

27th of Second Seed - The Great Domna of Sicilan and the Coronation of King Rollo de Sil

The Njord'Volk settlers who founded Sicilan adopted the Val'Maer religion of the native Le'Vanti and Massarans on this day.

''Hrolfr af Silshavn took the new name Rollo de Sil. Other Njord'Volk took new names as well when converting to the Val'Maer faith. One of the war leaders of Clan Silshavn, Hrothbert, swore an oath to the gods to be the first member of the Sicilan clergy, the Prince-Bishop of the Lychfield Bishopric and the Arch-Bishop of the entire Sicilan Arch-Diocese.''

Friends from the Scaly Isles and the Principality of Ruhwyne also came to pay homage to the new king and were greeted as honored guests and were sworn as official allies to recognize the authority of the new Kingdom.

The Kingdom of Sicilan has entered a new era of knighthoods and new fiefdoms, as well as the capital city of Palern continuing to be built and prospering as the greatest city in the world.

''"Beneath my feet is faithful land." - King Rollo de Sil''

 

Year 2, Fourth Era
(10/1/2020 to 10/31/2020)

20th of Moon's Rise - The Auroran Plague

''A plague has gripped Auroran Island and some parts of the Ostendian mainland. Among the casualties are King Gaius of the Kingdom of Aurora and his wife Aurora. This has sparked fear in other regions of the Continent.''

21st of Moon's Rise

''In the southern Kingdom of Sicilan, not much is known of the plague. Word spread fast from the Lion's Den Tavern of where it seemingly began. The most common story was that it had begun somewhere in the County of Riverbend and encroached up the network of kingdoms under the Ostendian Empire. Besides the Kingdom of Aurora, the only other known kingdom afflicted by the plague was the Kingdom of Hrovisyn. Ser Firuwz Afshin has called upon the Royal family through the Royal Envoy Tristan Hartfeld for an official response and prepared a temporary hospice in the Bishopric of Lychfield should the plague or refugees from the north move south.''

22nd of Moon's Rise

''A temporary hospice has been prepared in one of the Cathedral's wings as a response to the possibility of the plague spreading south. News of its symptoms and other effects has yet to reach the Kingdom of Sicilan.''

23rd of Moon's Rise - Lonsheior Elections.

''(Ostigaosten) and (AddingAUsername) ran for jarl candidates in Lonsheior's elections, practicing popular vote. After irregularities in vote being detected, (Ostigaosten) remains the jarl of his faction - having received aid from Sheol to stop these malpractices, starting a new alliance.''

24th of Moon's Rise

''In the southern Kingdom of Sicilan, a lone man returned from a trip to a trader in Ostendia. He returned to his tavern, washing up the remaining of the mugs from the night before and headed back to his house across the road to sleep. Before bed, he coughed, and thought nothing of it, but it became increasingly clear to the other citizens of Palern that the new tavern owner was certainly sick.''

25th of Moon's Rise - Plague Spread and Lockdown.

''With plague infested citizens traveling around Ostendian Empire lands and its allies, such as Hrovisyn, multiple factions like Lonsheior, Rykujin, Sicilan and Sheol decide to close their gates to citizens from these areas. Palern prepares its cathedral for hospice care.''

'' 26th of Moon's Rise - Ostendian Plague Seems Less Prevalent

''The plague that has been ravaging the Continent in recent weeks seems to be disappearing. The Ostendian Empire seems to have been hit the hardest, no doubt due to their open internal borders, but even they seem to be recovering.''

Many nations, including the Kingdom of Sicilan, barred their gates from foreign visitors and limited trade with outsiders.

Rykujin's Rest, among others, implemented a system of quarantine, ensuring that new members were isolated when they first arrived.

 

Year 3, Fourth Era
(11/1/2020 to 11/30/2020)

Foundation of Raqema

The ancient Massara hill tribes occupying the northern reaches of the Masselonian desert founded a caravanserai named Raqema near a mountain pass to facilitate trade travel throughout the region. Urbez, the young son of Caibinus Whitstag (known as Caibinus the Ostendian in Masselon) and his entourage of philosophers, artisans and engineers put their Ostendian knowledge to work and created a luxury accomodations for travelers in the desert.

11th of Second Harvest - The Tributary Vassalization of Lambourg

''Lambourg became a tributary state of the Kingdom of Sicilan on the 11th of Second Harvest in the Third Year of the Fourth Era. In exchange for protection, Lambourg agreed to pay a tribute to Sicilan. The contract was to last two years before renewal was to be considered. Shortly after the contract was created and Sicilan became Suzerain for Lambourg, King Rollo de Sil emphasized the value of trade with Lambourg and encouraged it publicly.''

21st of Second Harvest - Announcement of the First Annual Njordic Games

''Wulf Bjornsson, the King and Jarl of Lonsheior, announced on this day that they would be hosting the first annual Njordic Games on the 12th of Frost Fall in the fourth year of the Fourth Era. The revealed principals were sailing, jousting, duels, horse racing, and drinking.''

24th of Second Harvest - The Grand Horndall Annexation of Ostendia Following the demise of the Ostendian Empire following the plague that ravaged the lands, the Horndall Shogunate of Sheol annexed the Town of Deva, the Devan mining outpost West of Knave, the Devan maritime outpost East of Sicilan, the City of New Caelum (now Old Caelum) (previously held by the Kingdom of Drailia) the City of Novina (previously held by the Kingdom of Hrovisyn), the County of Riverbend and the Island of Aurora.

''The leader of the Shogunate, Aven, wrote to the great nations of the land, telling them not to take the move as an aggressive expansion of the horn people, but as an attempt to guard and study the foreign culture on their part. He stated that the Shogunate was open to negotiations of the claims, and warned bandits of consequences should the areas be trespassed in or ransacked. Finally, he informed the remaining inhabitants of the land that they were welcome to keep their homes as they would be untouched, but they would have to be ruled by the Shogunate.''

26th of Second Harvest - Announcement of the Grand Harvest Faire

''On this day, the King of Sicilan, Rollo de Sil, announced that the Grand Harvest Faire would occur on the 5th of Frost Fall in the fourth year of the Fourth Era. He boasted that the event would be one of the largest and most grand events the Continent had ever seen. He stated plans to bring guests from all over the Continent to celebrate a successful year. Events would range from feasting, music, drinking, fights, cultural celebrations, and much more. Rollo invited all who are on friendly diplomatic standings with Sicilan.''

29th of Second Harvest - Gathering To Discuss Disputed Claim on Lambour`g

''The following is an accounting by Magistrate Claudius of Grevia on the 29th of Second Harvest in the Third Year of the Fourth Era. Soon after Lambour`g was abandoned, several nations decided to lay claim to the settlement. Two of these nations were the Kingdom of Sicilan and the Rykujin Monastery. Since the two were allies, they decided to have a peaceful gathering to discuss the disputed claim.''

In attendance was:


 * King Rollo de Sil (Arcirion) of Sicilan
 * Prince-Bishop Robert (Balin23) of Sicilan
 * Count Bjorn Steinar (Bread_Crusader) of Acusa
 * Magistrate Claudius (DanTheTechMan) of Grevia
 * Squire Reginald (MUSTleader) of Sicilan
 * Arita (kattopatto) of Sicilan
 * Ukyo'Iro (tdlotrring) of Rykujin
 * Zheng'Tao (Ricortix) of Rykujin
 * Kira (Its3AmAndImDrunk) of Rykujin

''The meeting began with a prayer by the Prince-Bishop, in which he asked the gods to watch over the meeting and grant the loyal and true people of Sicilan their grace. He asked them to lift their loyal servants and smite all nonbelievers. The people of the Kingdom of Sicilan participated in the prayer, and the guests did so as well, showing respect. The King opened the meeting up, stating that everyone was gathered to discuss the disputed claim on Lambour'g.''

''Ukyo'Iro responded that they believed Lambour`g should become part of Rykujin since the passing of its last heir. King Rollo de Sil inquired about documentation, and Ukyo'Iro presented a contract for the construction of Lambour`g which included a promised payment at the conclusion of the construction of the town. He explained that the town had been constructed by the hands of his people.''

''The King of Sicilan responded that his contract placed the Kingdom of Sicilan as the Suzerain of Lambour`g, and that with the passing of the last claimant, the title drifts back to the liege. Ukyo'Iro stated that they were not notified of such vassalage. The King said that he sent birds to all nations of the news, and that they must have missed the message. A squire briefly interrupted the meeting at this point.''

''Ukyo'Iro stated that he had not been given any opportunity to dispute the claim and they have started disputing it fairly recently after the vassalage was announced. At this point, a newcomer came into the room who was later identified as Arita of Sicilan and began serving drinks. The King and Ukyo'Iro continued to discuss the details of the construction contract, including the timeline.''

''Ukyo'Iro asked those in the meeting to note that the town is a stone's throw from the capital of the Monastery. The King asked if he had any offers for the land. Ukyo'Iro told the King to name a price, and Rollo replied,''

''"No less than 200 gold pieces." Ukyo'Iro nodded to this, clarified that King Rollo was only interested in coins, and agreed to the price. The King was taken aback by this, and as his surprise was clearly shown, Ukyo'Iro chuckled.''

''"Surprised?" he asked.''

''"I am..." replied the King, as the Prince-Bishop admitted his own surprise. Zheng'Tao chimed in to explain their wealth,''

''"Before we Yong'Yao learned of structured faith, in our homeland we were accomplished maritime merchants. The talent rings true today." he said.''

''Discussion switched to a supposed Merchant Guild that would dominate southern trade zones, resulting in competition for him. When asked by Ukyo'Iro was he would have in mind, the King stated that it should be forbidden. Zheng'Tao explains the independence of the citizen in Rykujin who was planning this guild. Ukyo'Iro asks for specifics on the kind of mercantile behavior the King doesn't want in his lands.''

''"The formation of a merchant guild, or any other organized trade." King Rollo said simply. Ukyo'Iro and Zheng'Tao at this point decided to step off to the side to have a discussion in private for several minutes.''

When they returned, they had reached a decision.

''"We wish to keep our good friendship and trade relations intact, but we cannot limit the rights of our citizens in their trade and their right to set up guilds. We will not tolerate a total domination of the southern trade though since you are our allies, and we think by handing over Lambour`g it will only strengthen our trade, that it will boost your traders as well as ours." explained Ukyo'Iro.''

"So you propose I still hand over Lambour`g?"

"Yes I do"

''"I will not allow that." proclaimed King Rollo. Ukyo'Iro nodded, and turned as Zheng'Tao leaned over to whisper in his ear.''

"Zheng"Tao wishes to speak on the issue." said Ukyo'iro.

''"Then he shall speak." said King Rollo, agreeing to listen. Zheng'Tao began to speak.''

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''"Good King Rollo, Sovereign of the Kingdom Sicilan and Patron of the Line and Regal House de Sil, we wish to reason. Between our two peoples we've nothing but good bonds and glad tidings. We have not slighted the court, nor imposed ill onto your kingdom and people and you in turn have done so. You've shown only respect and trust unto us." said Zheng'Tao, and King Rollo agreed. The Monk continued, "And we have faith in your ruling and wisdom as the leader of the largest kingdom in the south of Le'Tarn. We know as loving neighbor seek only a chance to provide more than what we can currently offer our people. The settlement of Lambour`g, built by Yong'Yao labor and material, time and effort, stands as a testament to the commitment we have toward growing better relations."''

"And I will be very grateful that you built it for our now present service."

"We wish no harm to your trade, we welcome your merchants with open arms and warm food and fresh drink on our isle do we not?"

''"Almost too much so..." replied the King.''

"We seek merely a means to better extend our trade efforts and share in the prosperity of the realm. The flow of trade favors both."

"It does but it can also lean one way."

''"Our wares in your lands present luxury your people will praise you for bringing them." continued Zheng"Tao''

"They should praise him anyway," interjected Prince-Bishop Robert.

"Likewise Sicilan trade in our lands enriches the lives of our people."

"Indeed..."

"We seek not to aggressively expand and corner as the greed kingdoms of Noxus and others. We wish only to share, trade, and better build bonds of kinship and trust."

"You belong to a monastic nation, no? One headed by theocratic rule? asked King Rollo.

''"Indeed King Rollo, I am a Master Monk of the Rykujin Monastery. Grand Abbot Ukyo'Iro here leads us." replied Zheng'Tao.''

''"I see it ill fitting for a monastic nation to cede land out of a feudal state." explained King Rollo.''

"We wish not to cede, steal nor strip anything m'lord, merely seeking to build more bridges between two peole that have done naught but stand by each other."

"Yes, but niceites aside, this type of dealing is an official cession of territory."

''"Should we need to pay your proposed 200 coin, I will do so myself of funds gained of honest trade in my travels. We would rightly purchase if matters of propriety and statecrafte are of such paramount." explained Zheng'Tao. The King brought up the issue of the Merchant Guild once more, and Zheng'Tao replied, "If any guild of merchants arises in our lands they will be required to provide a charter to which the Grand Abbot review and judge himself. Not only that but they will be subject to our trade laws and the international laws therein when trading. Merchants in foreign lands dare not break laws of a kingdom they trade in no? A guild of merchants provides only better and more thorough transport of good service but to client and vendor."''

''"This term I cannot agree to." said the King simply.''

''"You sit on the throne of the largest and most powerful kingdom in all the land. We are but trading and traveling monks, what threat do we possibly pose to your realm and rule otherwise?" asked Zheng'Tao.''

''"No threat, but I wish to own Lambour`g. It is mine by contract. And my subject Tristan wishes to use it for his merchant republic." replied the King.''

''"Beneath your feet is faithful land King Rollo, but in our hands we offer faithful and honest words and intent. If there is a coin to be spent you sway the matter we will pay it, likewise raw gold if need be. We seek only fair trade and trust. The rest falls to the Crown." Zheng'Tao finished with this, and sat back down.''

''"I want Lambour`g. My subject Tristan has interesting plans for it." said the King, "This is also another thing that may bring trade to your realm. Which is the thing you seem most interested in."''

"Likewise our architects good King."

''"If you wish to see trade and prosperity, this proposal will bring you much of that." said the King.''

''"Yet it was also our hope that fairness would be shown to the builders of the settlement in question." replied Zheng'Tao.''

''"The Walcars built the foundations of Grevia, and through our use, they have grown much faster." continued the King.''

''"We built it in the style requested, the building stand is of La'Vanti style, but built of Yong'Yao hand." continued Zheng'Tao.''

''"Sicilan builds much faster than the Monastery. And this would allow us to expand it even more." said King Rollo.''

''"I am sensing you wish to terminate the deal we have just made am I correct in assuming so King Rollo?" asks Ukyo'Iro''

''"I made no deal. I simply made an offer." replied the King.''

''"We don't question your skill and resource management King Rollo, though if expansion was a core matter of this why there rather than to the uncontested north or west?" asked Zheng'Tao''

"We came to a 200 coin agreement" said Ukyo'Iro

"I never agreed to a final transaction. I wasn't finished offering my terms. One such term could not be agreed to. In the proposal of outlawing merchant guilds. replied the King.

''"Very well. Do note however as heir of Lambour`g that you also inherit its debts." said Ukyo'Iro''

"I inherit the land, not the state itself" said King Rollo.

''"If you decide to keep Lambour`g we wish to receive the debt still owed to us by Lambour`g." said Ukyo'Iro.''

''"There is no more state of Lambour`g." said the King.''

''"Mercantile matters are the main means by which our people make a living." said Zheng'Tao.''

''"We will receive no subt debt... the proposal to give me their debt is absurd... I am insulted..." steamed the King.''

''"If we restrict trade, we will harm our citizens livelyhood." said Zheng'Tao''

''"I have always paid my own dues on time,a nd traded fairly. Lambour`g's failing to do so is not my responsibility." said the King.''

''"It is since you were its liege lord." said Ukyo'Iro.''

''"Not when those trades were made." said King Rollo, "Trades were responsible under the guidance of Sicilan. The proposal to transfer their debts to me is an insult."''

''"Yet in the lawful acquisition of a settlement we built we receive naught?" asked Zheng'Tao. At this point Princess Lilith, a newcomer who had come into the room asked the Squire a question, and the Prince-Bishop turned on them and hushed them. Lilith was not happy about this, and mumbled angrily.''

"I will pay for the buildings built, but not their other debts. I do this out of courtesy alone."

''"That is most kind King Rollo." said Ukyo'Iro, nodding. The tension seemed to ease in the room. At this point Queen Sif de Sil entered the room, and sat on the Throne with her husband. The King and Zheng'Tao spoke of Mt. Ashi, the mountain of flame near the Monastery next. They agreed that the people of Rykujin could take refuge in Lambour`g in the event of its eruption. They spoke next of a physician-to-be of Sicilan, currently in training at the Monastery. The King stated his anger on this matter, and when Zheng'Tao tried once more to convince the King to part with the lands of Lambour`g, he refused. At this, Ukyo'Iro conceded the matter, asking for the 350 gold coins owed to him by Lambour`g for the construction of the town. King Rollo seemed surprised at the price, and Ukyo'Iro confirmed that it was for the main post office building and the two storage buildings, calling it some of the finest architectural work. The King stated he would pay no more than 200 gold coins. Ukyo'Iro did not seem happy with this, but the King asserted that it was generous of him to be willing to pay any amount. At this, Zheng'Tao shook his head and sighed in his seat.''

''"Since we are good partners, I will accept 275 gold coins." said Ukyo'Iro.''

''"I will not offer that much. No more than 200. Last offer, or no gold will be paid." replied the King.''

''"You know you are insulting us now I am not sure if you are aware King Rollo." said Ukyo'Iro.''

''"You have thrice insulted me. And I have been forgiving." said King Rollo.''

''"What if we do 250 gold?" Queen Sif de Sil chimed in, "I do apologize if he has offended you by his words, but why not do a range between 215-250 gold?" The King of Sicilan didn't seem pleased at this, but didn't say anything.''

''"That does sound like a good idea." said Princess Lilith, seeming concerned.''

''"As much as we prefer to pay only 200, it is clear that you also won't take that. If we don't come to an agreement, you two will keep insulting eachother in ways." said the Queen.''

''"And that could lead to drastic measures." said Princess Lilith. The King seemed further displeased, but did not say anything.''

''"Thank you for your offer and words of reason, Queen of Sicilan. We will accept 250 if that is more accommodating." replied Ukyo'Iro.''

''"No I will not accept this. I made my offer three times. Now I rescind it. Everyone leave my hall at once." stated the King, and that was that.''

Year 4, Fourth Era
(12/1/2020 to 12/31/2020)

In the aftermath of the meeting with the Scaly Isles, King Rollo went to Rykujin to pay off the debt with Lambourg (now named Lacila) by giving 350 gold coins.

6th of Frost Fall - Harvest Faire

''The Grand Harvest Faire was hosted by King Rollo de Sil on celebrating a bountiful and successful year for the Kingdom of Sicilan. People of friendly and neutral diplomatic terms with the kingdom were invited to join the festivities. It was also the day of the heresiarch's burning at the pyre, witnessed upon by the many people they had once terrorized.''

''Beyond festivities, duels were also held for entertainment. King Wulf Bjornsson gains the nickname "The Blizzard of the North" through the Master Monk Zheng'Tao after consecutively defeating all his challengers. Auctions were also held to sell away artifacts, documents, and other objects of interest. By the end of the festivities, then-squire of Ser Firuwz Afshin, Reginald, was formally knighted by King Rollo de Sil. A proposal between him and the crown princess, Lilith de Sil, was also held, and congratulations were handed out between friends and allies to the expected royal couple.''

12th of Frost Fall - First Annual Njordic Games

''On the 12th of Frostfall, the Kingdom of Lonsheior hosted its First Njordic Games. People from all over the world traveled to participate in the games which had five different principals: sailing, jousting, different kinds of duels, horse racing,and drinking.''

17th of Frost Fall - The Emirate of Vaessa is founded.

The Emirate of Vaessa was founded on the 17th of Frost Fall of the 4th Era when King Rollo de Sil granted the region to then Ser Firuwz Afshin (Rustee) in the town of Grevia, on the same day and year, in the presence of Aerin Ashdown (FelinFerius) and Tristan Hartfeld (onlyMike). They were initially granted ten acres of land in which their seat of power, Castle Mass'aytr, has been built upon.

A town was built named after the region after they had become vassals of the Kingdom of Sicilan, overseen by the Emir Firuwz Afshin and the Emira Aerin Afshin.

? of Frost Fall - The Caliphate of Iteru is founded.

After the reappearance of Melantha Rios (CyyanTea) in the Grand Harvest Faire, the tribe of Iteru reestablishes itself as a Caliphate, led by the Calipha Melantha and the Princess Masika Rios (ScarletRoseWolf). A palace was built on top of the hill that had once shadowed their humble town.

Year 5, Fourth Era
(1/1/2021 to 1/31/2021)

16th of Ice Rule - Second Annual Njordic Games

''The Kingdom Of Lonsheior hosted the Second Njordic Games on the 16th of Ice Rule. The principals that were competed in during the Njordic Games were jousting, duels of both armed and unarmed contests, archery, horse racing, and sailing. Notable foreign attendants included the Grand Abbot Ukyo'Iro, Master Monk Zheng'Tao, Calipha Melantha Rios, Princess Masika Rios, Emir Firuwz Afshin, Ser Reginald, and Count Bjorn Steinar. Master Zheng'Tao won both sailing and archery, while Emir Firuwz Afshin won horse racing.''

26th of Ice Rule - Proclamation of the rebuilding of the Ostendian Empire

''King Edouard d'Audeen of Osturidia invites emissaries from nations all over the Continent to witness the proclamation of his ascension into an Emperor. King Wulf Bjornsson, along with his men, and the Chancellor of Sicilan, Emir Firuwz Afshin and Ser Reginald attended Osturid's court. A brief speech was held by King d'Audeen, proclaiming himself Emperor without the rites done by his Bishop, as was expected.''

''Both the Emir and the King of Lonsheior agreed not to recognize the proclamation. Before King Wulf Bjornsson left Osturidia, he was insulted by the King d'Audeen whom demanded the Njord'volk to be his vassal in front of his men.''

28th of Ice Rule - Warrior Academy Opens

The Lonsheior Warrior Academy opened in the capital of Lonsheior, intending to train young warriors in theoretical and practical application of the Njord'volk martial culture.

30th of Ice Rule - Lonsheior war effort against Osturid Kingdom

''With the King of Lonsheior's honor challenged by the self proclaimed Emperor d'Audeen, the Njord'volks of Lonsheior marched home to decide upon the matter and soon declared war against the Osturid Kingdom. King Bjornsson sent a letter to the King of Sicilan, invoking him into war against the self proclaimed Emperor of Ostendia.''

''A meeting was held between the two kings. Initially, the Sicilic fleet will act as a barrier south of Osturidia's bay to stop anyone from fleeing and King Rollo de Sil invoked his vassals into joining the war effort against Osturid.''

30th of Ice Rule - The declaration of the Emirate and the House of Afshin ''The Emirate of Vaessa answered King Rollo de Sil's call to war against Osturid after the Kingdom had been invoked into war by the Kingdom of Lonsheior. Emir Firuwz Afshin prepared his levies to war, joining the crown and the other vassals for the campaign.''

31st of Ice Rule - The declaration of the County of Acusa and the House of Steinar

The County of Acusa followed suit in answering King Rollo de Sil's call to war against Osturid and the Count Bjorn Steinar of Acusa prepares for war to join the crown and the other vassals for the campaign.

Year 6, Fourth Era
(2/1/2021 to 2/28/2021)

1st of Snows Settle - The Petty War and Its Conclusion

''An attack was launched against the Emirate of Vaessa in the absence of the Emir and the Emira by the Osturid Kingdom, resulting in minor casualties amidst the population. Hearing of the attack, Ser Reginald called upon the crown to alert the King that the war had begun. The Prince-Bishop of Lychfield was quick to excommunicate both King Edouard d'Audeen and his archbishop. Sicilic levies followed the banner of the King de Sil and marched north to meet with the forces of King Bjornsson in an established outpost within the ruins of the Deva.''

''There, a plan to siege the city of Osturidia was held and swiftly acted upon. Forcing the King to surrender, Osturidia was briefly held by Sicilan before an agreement for a peace came to be. It was later known that Eduoard d'Audeen later died of suicide from leaping off the very church he had proclaimed himself Emperor.''

In the south, the war against Osturid Kingdom was called the Petty War and the House of d'Audeen forever marked by the Fool Emperor's failed attempt at a reunification of Ostendia.

6th of Snows Settle - The Dawn of the South Masquerade

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13th of Snows Settle - Third Annual Njordic Games

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? of Snows Settle - The Temple of Hvithak is founded.

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Year 7, Fourth Era
(3/1/2021 to 3/31/2021)

6th of First Seed - The Rykujin Monastery invites the world to attend the Quan Long Tao Tournament.

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7th of First Seed - The Royal Maran of Princess Lilith de Sil and Ser Reginald

Lovely white doves had crossed the continent to invite the kingdoms in alliance to Sicilan to the marriage of Regi and Lilith. After several delays, sicknesses and other matters, the day finally came for the little couple to be wed. The ceremony was held outside of Palern Castle, in a beautifully decorated pavilion with several benches for the guests. Many came to bare witness to the rite; the Njords of Lonsheior and Ruhwyne, all the vassals of Sicilan, the Felkata from the Rykujin Monastery, and even the Calipha of Iteru and her retinue. Due to Prince-Bishop Robert being unavailable to wed the couple, King Rollo approved of Zheng’Tao to perform a Mu’Tai’i marriage for them in his stead. After the bride came down the aisle, Regi and Lilith shared their vows, and were given prayer books afterwards to recite from. After all was said and done, they finally kissed, with Regi practically running into his wife’s arms. After the ceremony had concluded, they received many fine gifts from all attendees; Rollo had bestowed upon Regi the long sword used in the fight against Noxus, and gave unto Lilith the first crown of the old Ostendian Empire. King Wulf of Lonsheior brought a war-trained bear by the name of Henderson, and Hammond gave them a horse in memory of Regi’s late Hephaestus. From the Monastery came beautiful jade, swords and shields, as well as a copy of the Ars Restorica, for the couple to practice magic with. From the Emirate came potions and coin, and the Duke of Waldia, Claudius, dubbed Regi Count of Lower Waldia with the permission of Rollo. A great feast was held afterwards in the long hall from the Grand Harvest Faire, and Regi himself catered to his guests’ needs. All in all, an absolutely beautiful day for the newlyweds.

17th of First Seed - The Proclamation of the Táozi Empire

Birds were sent across the Continent from the Eastern Highlands bearing the crest of Clan Shuiyu. Huang Shuixin (Spicie_Water) proclaims himself the Emperor of the Táozi Empire, inviting the many nations of the world for trade, cultural exchange, and diplomacy in his homeland to reinforce his statement of peace and recognition.

20th of First Seed - Fourth Annual Njordic Games

''The Kingdom of Lonsheior hosts its Fourth Annual Njordic Games. The main principals were armed duels, archery, jousting, and horse racing. The Games was attended by King Wolf Bjornsson (Ostigaosten), Solmund Thorsten (JustGllenn), Hal Larsson (Lillkillen5555), Rickard Mikkenson (Supersaile28), Dalai Valta (GodzzOfDarkness), Seleth Tanitha (FalconMaster500), Duke Bjorn Steinar of Acusa (Bread_Crusader), Duke Claudius of Waldia (DanTheTechMan), Count Reginald de Sil of Lower Waldia (MUSTleader), Emir Firuwz Afshin (Rustee), Emira Aerin Afshin (FelinFerius), and Indoria Maelorious (MochiButton).''

''As is tradition, Hal Larsson duels the native bears of the region barehandedly. He was defeated once again and was dragged aside before any further injury could befall him. The first principal had been the duels, which resulted in the victory of Emir Firuwz Afshin after several matches and rematches against contestants of both the north and the south. The next was archery, which was won by (name). The third was horse racing, won by Count Reginald de Sil. Lastly, a jousting of targets was won by Dalai Valta.''

''The ceremony was held in the grand hall of the keep, with each victors being rewarded a ceremonial shield. Emir Firuwz Afshin also gains the nickname "The Sandstorm of the South", parallel to King Bjornsson's nickname, and Dalai Valta was given the honor of naming the jousting of targets' principal. He would name the principal (name of jousting event).''

Year 8, Fourth Era
(4/1/2021 to 4/30/2021)

7th of Green Dawn - A Meeting to Standardize Val'Maer

The High Shaman and Crown Princess of Iteru, Masika Rios, invites King Rollo de Sil to the Caliphate to discuss matters of the Val'Maer faith, as well as the existence and authority of the Empire of Hexcross.

7th of Green Dawn - The Taozi Plague

Word of a plague in the Eastern Mainland reaches the former allies of the Taozi Empire to announce the death of Huang Shuixin and warn travelers headed east.

7th of Green Dawn - The Caliphate Warns the Empire of Hexcross

''Calipha Melantha Rios sends a warning to the ruler of the Empire of Hexcross, Malice Rising, of any attempts to expand his faith, territory, and influence into Masselon. A public announcement of containing the same letter of the Calipha was sent throughout the neighboring states close to the Caliphate.''

17th of Green Dawn - Fifth Annual Njordic Games

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23rd of Green Dawn - The First Quan Long Tao Tournament

''The Rykujin Monastery hosts its first Quan Long Tao Tournament, attended by warriors from all over the world under three different categories. The unarmed matches were participated by Prince Tristan Hartfeld, Master Smith Elderic Daemon, Saede Blackwood, Lucius Holte, Emir Firuwz Afshin, and King Wulf Bjornsson, won by Emir Firuwz Afshin against the contending Lucius Holte. The armed matches were participated by Prince Tristan Hartfeld, Master Smith Elderic Daemon, King Wulf Bjornsson, Lucius Holte, and Emir Firuwz Afshin, which was also won by the Emir against the contending Prince Tristan Hartfeld. The mixed matches were participated by Prince Tristan Hartfeld, King Wulf Bjornsson, and Lucius Holte, won by King Wulf Bjornsson against the contending (name).''

''King Wulf Bjornsson and Emir Firuwz Afshin participated in the final round, with the Emir leaving victorious as the first Tai Long Zhuo, the Dragon's Chosen, of the Fourth Era. A celebratory banquet was later held in the Ryokan Fumiko in honor of the tournament.''

Year 9, Fourth Era
(5/1/2021 to 5/31/2021)

1st of Spring's Crown - The Barony of Tarracum falls into ruin

''Following years of strife and war, the last remnants of Osturidia have fallen, ending the long-lasting nation. Anarchy has risen up and the great cities surrounding the Caliphrys have burned.''

Jan Aureius, the former Baron of Tarracum Castle, was mauled to death while attempting to enforce order.

14th of Spring's Crown - The Empire of Hexcross collapses

The aspiring Empire led by Malice Rising falls into ruin. It is presumed that an internal power struggle between its followers destabilized its rule and influence. Malice is nowhere and his men is nowhere to be seen.

16th of Spring's Crown - The Chiefdom of Hjallaland is established

The King of Lonsheior declared the city of New Caelum Lonsheior property and the seat to the chief of Hjallaland.

25th of Spring's Crown - The Dance of the Forest Nymphs

''A local celebration within Peu Nainen'Dia was held by the Coven of Aeila, inviting guests from the Rykujin Monastery, the Kingdom of Sicilan, the Kingdom of Lonsheior, and the Caliphate of Iteru. The Dance of the Forest Nymphs aimed to celebrate the blessings of Aeila and revere the spirits that live within the forests, offering unto them music, flowers, dance, songs, and love. It was hosted by the local Priestess Saede Blackwood and attended by the Emir Firuwz Afshin, Emira Aerin Afshin, Mirzadr Andrej Afshin, the High Shaman Masika Rios, Master Zheng'Tao, King Basil de Sil, Prince Tristan Hartfeld, Count Reginald de Sil, King Arak Yegnek, Barett, Prince Leo d'Isca, and Lucius Holte.''

Year 10, Fourth Era
(6/1/2021 to 6/30/2021)

26th of Sun's Height - The Second Uncoronated King of Sicilan, Basil the Young, disappears.

Word has finally reached the vassals of the Kingdom of Sicilan: Basil de Sil has disappeared without a trace after nearly a year of ruling the Kingdom. Among the Young King's entrusted, it is suspected that Basil has left the realm in search of his mother Queen Sif de Sil and Princess Sybila de Sil after they departed from Palern days after King Rollo de Sil's demise.

To the western border of the realm, two lords laid claim to the throne: the Emir of Vaessa, Firuwz Afshin, and the Count of Lower Waldia, Reginald. Letters were sent across the Sicilic lands of their claims. While the alleged niece of King Rollo, Princess Lilith, gathers support for her husband Count Reginald, the Emirate prepared for the possibility of a civil war.

On the same day, the Lord Marshal, Duke Bjorn Steinar of Acusa, arrived in the court of Vaessa to lay his support on the Afshin claim. The preparation for war and diplomatic channel continues.

29th of Sun's Height - The Sicilic Convention

The Duke of Waldia, Claudius, sends word to the other vassal realms to request a meeting among the Sicilic lords and ladies to hear the claims of Emir Firuwz Afshin and Count Reginald in the court of Palern. In attendance were Princess Lilith, Count Reginald, Duke Claudius, Duke Bjorn Steinar, Emir Firuwz Afshin, and Emira Aerin Afshin, accompanied by their children Andrej and Elara. The Princes Tristan Hartfeld and Leonold d'Isca were nowhere to be seen.

The convention began with a tense atmosphere upon the arrival of the Emir and the Emira, who were guarded by their children besides bearing arms themselves. The Princess Lilith made efforts to protest against their arrival and her use of the throne, only to be convinced otherwise by her husband and the Duke Claudius to take a fair seating in the council table all while the Emir chastised the Princess and Count Reginald for following after the Fool Emperor's footsteps.

The Duke of Waldia allowed the two contenders to speak, first inquiring upon Princess Lilith's claim of legitimacy and the succession laws of the realm. Emir Firuwz Afshin notes that there was no ratified laws despite its existence as a draft for several years. Princess Lilith then presents a brief document to the rest of the nobility in attendance, which was additionally refuted by Duke Bjorn Steinar of its questionability in due part to Basil's lack of coronation. The Emir reminded the other lords of Basil's letters to them when he had first reached out to the other vassals to compare it with the document's lack of specifications, in which the Count Reginald argued the lack of need for formalities in the document.

Another notion is raised after the Emira questions Lilith as Rollo's legitimate niece, bringing the fact that Rollo had been a descendant of a pure blooded Njord whose mother is sister to a Talja af Silshavn, descended from an Erik af Silshavn, refuting the claim that Princess Lilith's parents was in any way directly related to the de Sil bloodline. The Princess claimed instead that Talja was her mother and that her father was a Gwai'Non.

The Duke Claudius proposed that the two claimants then make a speech to fortify their claims to the throne. Count Reginald was first to speak on behalf of Lilith and his claim. The Emir followed after. The two lords made rebuttals on their claims regarding promises, oaths, comaraderie, competence and legacies before much was put into rest as the Duke called for the voting. As a landed nobility, Princess Lilith was allowed to vote, and had first voted for herself. Count Reginald remained in favor of Princess Lilith, while the Duke Bjorn Steinar and Emir Firuwz Afshin stood by their decisions. Lastly, Duke Claudius decided to place his support in favor of the Emir.

The Kingdom of Sicilan was now ruled by its third and last King, Firuwz Afshin, before it was reformed into the Kingdom of Vaessa.

Year 11, Fourth Era
(7/1/2021 to 7/31/2021)

6th of Light's Reign - The Passing of Calipha Melantha Rios

The former Calipha of the Caliphate of Iteru had passed away. Her sister, Masika Rios, now rules the Caliphate and had invited King Firuwz Afshin to discuss the prospect and possibility of an alliance between the Caliphate and the Kingdom of Vaessa. The King considered the alliance and kept the relationship between the two realms neutral until a compromise is met.

13th of Light's Reign - The Funeral of Mikken Steffansson

The son of the former Chief of Galmastrond, Rickard Mikkensson, sent invitations throughout the realm for the Fjoral, the Hroli ritual for a funeral, of his father. It was attended by Devas Liam, a resident of Castle Nurnen, and King Firuwz Afshin. On the same day, Rickard sent a letter to the Temple of Hvithak to discuss the vision of his father on the night of his passing.

19th of Light's Reign - The Famine Begins

Signs of a sudden drought had first been reported to appear in the south. Overnight, crops had withered and barely anything were left for salvage. The Kingdom of Vaessa had begun its observation of the phenomenon, as well as encouraged the preparation of precautions against the possibility of a famine from a prolonged drought.

30th of Light's Reign - The Reemergence of the Taozi

Letters from the Taozi Empire were sent all over the Continent, informing the reemergence of the Taozi from the plague under the leadership of Espen Xinfang. Though few of their people survived, the realm had fallen into struggle and requested aid from those who had received the letters. Only time will tell if any will heed the call.

31st of Light's Reign - The Coronation of King Firuwz Afshin and Queen Aerin Afshin

After a year of reestablishing order within the realm, Firuwz and Aerin of House Afshin were coronated in the court of Mass'aytr, Vaessa, by the Shamanka Saede Blackwood, with the Queen receiving the title of 'The Golden Rose of the South' and the King being recognized as 'The Sandstorm of the South' and 'The Dragon's Chosen'.

In attendance were the King and Queen's children, Andrej and Elara Afshin, Master Zheng'Tao of the Rykujin Monastery, King Wulf Bjornsson of the Kingdom of Lonsheior, Urbez 'Far Traveled' Kharabegi, Duke Claudius of Waldia, Duke Bjorn Steinar of Acusa, and the Magistrate (Beroldus's character name).

After the coronation, the newly coronated King summoned Duke Bjorn Steinar in front of the audience and knighted him for his service to the realm as Sicilan's former Lord Marshal. A banquet was held later on, where the King and Queen received gifts from their honored guests and friends.

The night ended with an announcement from King Bjornsson inviting the royal family to an upcoming Njordic Games and the setting off of fireworks brought by Master Zheng'Tao.

Year 12, Fourth Era
8th of First Harvest - The Coven of Aeila declares independence from the Rykujin Monastery

A letter is written from shamanka Saede Blackwood to Grand Abbot Ukky'Iro, declaring the Coven of Aeila and the lands of Peu'Nainen Dia free of vassalage from the Isles and the Rykujin Monastery. The letter also states that the Coven of Aeila swears loyalty to the crown of the Kingdom of Vaessa as a theocratic body.

Year 13, Fourth Era
(9/1/2021 to 9/30/2021)

4th of Second Seed - Sixth Njordic Games

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9th of Second Seed - The Arcane Society reaches out to the village of Mizumi and the former Duchy of Pebble Summit

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19th of Second Seed - The Proclamation of Alliance between the Silver Company and the Arcane Society

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19th of Second Seed - The Duchy of Ruina sends an ultimatum to the Kingdom of Hrovisyn

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19th of Second Seed - The Caliphate of Iteru reaches out to the Kingdom of Vaessa

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20th of Second Seed - The Duchy of Waldia summons its vassal

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20th of Second Seed - The Kingdom of Lonsheior announces the day of the Seventh Annual Njordic Games

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25th of Second Seed - The Caliphate of Iteru reaches out to the Kingdom of Lonsheior

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25th of Second Seed - A Breakdown on Communication between the Caliphate of Iteru and the Kingdom of Vaessa

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26th of Second Seed - The Kingdom of Vaessa declares war on the Caliphate of Iteru

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27th of Second Seed - The Fall of the Caliphate of Iteru

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30th of Second Seed - The Kingdom of Arcanum sends invitations for the coronation of Master Avos

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Year 14, Fourth Era
(10/1/2021 to 10/31/2021)

Year 15, Fourth Era
(11/1/2021 to 11/30/2021)

Year 16, Fourth Era
(12/1/2021 to 12/31/2021)

10th of Frost Fall - Second Quan Long Tao Tournament

''The Rykujin Monastery hosts its second Quan Long Tao Tournament, attended by warriors from all over the world under three different categories. Each division was held in various kingdoms. In the Kingdom of Vaessa the armed category was held in the Iteru Province. The unarmed category was held in the far flung Kingdom of Arcanum. The mixed category was held in the northern most Kingdom of Lonsheior. The three champions of each category eventually fought each other in the final of the tournament on the Isle of Rykujin in the Scaly Isles.''

Year 17, Fourth Era
(1/1/2022 to 1/31/2022)

2nd of First Seed - The Creation of Searidge

''La'Vanti settlers land on the East Coast, settling for some unknown reason there, and dream to create the first major La'Vanti city, building using the local sandstone and other materials. Created by Duke Alfonso, the city invites traders and settlers of all races and religions to come to profit, yet people begin to notice their pockets run dry- even without being hustled by La'Vanti merchants. There are rumours that the city has shady goings, as the leader- Duke Alfonso- appears to not be in any known La'Vanti clan, despite his obvious La'Vanti customs and culture. As the city develops, suspicions grow on Duke Alfonso, and his doings.''

28th of Ice Rule - Third Quan Long Tao Tournament

''The Rykujin Monastery hosts its third Quan Long Tao Tournament, attended by warriors from all over the world under three different categories. Each division was held on different islands of the Scaly Isles. With each category hosted by a different clan of the Scaly Isles with the final to be fought in the arena of the Rykujin Monastery. The tournament ended with a feast in Ryokan Fumiko.''