| Tournament in Aegir |
May 29, 2008 |
| The second tournament to be held in the lands of Dwilight has been announced. His Grace Terivus Enodscopia, Duke of Aegir of Springdale has announced a tournament of swordfighting. The tournament will be held in the port city in seven days. 15 gold will get you into the tournament, where you can vie for the top prize of 150 gold. The runner-up will take home 50 gold. It seems to us here at the Daily that the prize money for this tournament is a bit out of line with the entrance fees Duke Enodscopia is charging. It looks like the Duke stands to make quite a tidy profit on this tournament. |
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by Brance Indirik
Duke of Libidizedd |
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| Everguard's Woes Caused by Unfit Nobles? |
May 22, 2008 |
| Everguard's descent into near anarchy has made them more or less the laughing stock of Dwilight. This could be attributed to horrid leadership or "divine intervention" (ha!) but this author would like to place the blame on the majority of nobles. Though the army was led by the former Royal High Commander, the majority of the power laid in the hands of the marshal of the sole army of Everguard. Because this marshal was unable to spur the nobles of the army to action, they did not do anything. This is not entirely his fault though, the majority of recruits were being sucked up by groups of nobles wishing to launch colonies. They would journey out, have their units slaughtered, then come back for more men. As well, a large number of nobles were very slow to move out, resulting in almost comical losses to monster hoards that could have been easily destroyed. It is this author's belief that most of the nobles came to Everguard seeking quick fame without work. These same nobles are now leaving Everguard in droves. Eventually the minority of nobles who actually work will be left, and then Everguard will be restored and be able to pursue her claims. Surrounded by realms that claim her to be a "bully", it will be interesting to see what revenge Everguard shall claim. |
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| News Around the Island | May 21, 2008 |
Faithful readers of the Dwilight Daily may have noticed that articles from the Dwilight Daily are written by nobles form many different realms. We feel that this is of great benefit to you, the reader. It allows you to receive news from many different points of view, and make the decision for it's accuracy (or lack thereof) and bias (again: or lack thereof) for yourself. We also allow the publishing of anonymous stories, so nobles can express less popular views, or provide sensitive information, without fear of reprisal. Again, it is up to you, the reader, to judge the validity of these for yourself.
With that in mind, we think it would be a good idea to provide you with a list of some of the other sources of information that are available to the inquisitive noble. There are several other publications that circulate with greater or lesser frequency. These publications are almost exclusively dedicate to providing information related to their own realm of origin. Some will provide international news to a greater or lesser extent. Even the local news may be of interest to nobles with a taste for news of far away places. With that having been said, here is the list of currently known publications, and a little bit about them. | Current Publications:
- Poryatown Press - Originally begun as a newspaper, the Poryatown Press quickly evolved into a publishing house, and the newspaper itself renamed to the Lurian Weekly. The Lurian Weekly focuses on issues related to Pian en Luries. The editor of the Lurian Weekly, Zanaras Tian, has announced that he will be leaving Pian en Luries, and so the paper will be discontinued until a new editor can be found. We look forward to reading the news from Sir Tian's almost certain-to-be-published new newspaper.
- Donghaiwei Dispatch - This paper has released only a single, small issue some months ago. It focused on news related to Morek. Without more substance to the paper, it is hard to provide any more substantial opinion.
- Everguard Visionary - The Visionary is the creation of former King of Everguard, Fisc Arylon, who is also the newspaper's sole contributor. This can be somewhat difficult to determine, as all articles are now attributed to a somewhat mysterious "Editorial Board". If you look around for older copies of the newspaper hidden away in cellars and attics, you can still find copies that the Visionary has not been able to destroy, where all the articles are attributed to "Fisc Arylon", the King of Everguard at the time of publication. We recommend that when reading the Visionary, you keep in mind the advice that they themselves offer in their latest issue: ".. always remember that what you read is a reflection of the author, and their personal stake in the situation."
- Caerwynian Chronicle - The Chronicle is published by Teniel Dell of Caerwyn. It has a more international flavor than most regional newspapers. The Chronicle often has interesting and insightful articles, and we always look forward to receiving their latest copy.
- Springdale Stories - The Springdale Stories is a newspaper with a quite local focus centered on, of course, the kingdom of Springdale. After a shaky start, the Stories has begun to be published in a more regular basis, if on a small scale.
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| No end to Everguard woes. |
May 20, 2008 |
| In what seems increasingly like divine retribution against the bully Everguard, what started with the plague on their king is continuing. Following Eidulb's bid for freedom, Aquitain, a rich townsland, Ygg d'Razhuul, an important choke spot in Everguard, and Ammando, have all pushed for freedom, splitting Everguard into three distinct parts. What used to be the second most populated realm(in terms of nobles)has seen mass desertations and its military power is the laughing stock of Dwilight, as even the newly formed realm of Viridian easily matches its prowess, with less than a third of the nobles. Truly, Everguard is an example of how not to run a realm. |
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| War! |
May 13, 2008 |
| News coming from Madina City tells us of the formal declaration of war made by the Prime Minister of Madina against the recently founded realm of Shadovar. Details are still a bit sketchy, but it seems that the reason for this war is to support of one their former colonies, Melodia, against a presumed aggression made by Shadovar. More details in the next days. |
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| Caerwyn Colony Formed | May 13, 2008 |
| Yet another new realm has been formed on the western continent of Dwilight. This time, it is the first third generation realm. The intrepid colonists that formed the realm of Caerwyn have themselves formed a new colony in the city of Chrysantalys, led by Lady Vesna Valentine. Avid readers of the Dwilight Daily may remember that the realm of Caerwyn was itself originally formed in the city of Eidulb. Threats of war from Everguard forced the colony to immediately relocate to the city of Golden Farrow, the location of their current capital. Everguard then conquered Eidulb, only to later lose it when the city revolted and switched allegiance to the realm of Astrum. | This new Caerwyn Colony provides a very interesting situation on the northern end of the western island. Fisc Arylon, former King of Everguard, has claimed that the city of Chrysantalys, among others, are already claimed. Fisc Arylon has declined to comment an exactly who has claimed these cities. Nevertheless, Everguard has used these phantom claims as justification for aggressively pursuing the possession of the cities of Eidulb and Libidizedd. Will Everguard attempt to threaten the new Caerwyn Colony in the same manner as it threatened Caerwyn and Astrum? Will these threats be given any credence, when Everguard can't even keep the regions they already own from rebelling? |
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| Another Twist in the Tale |
May 9, 2008 |
| Yesterday many of the rulers of Dwilight were removed from their positions of power in their realms, this caused havoc and amongst it the great city of Eidulb took a chance and switched allegiance from Everguard to the newly formed and unstable realm of Astrum. Will the realm of Astrum be able to hold on to such a treasure or will it again fall rogue due to lack of attention. Only time will tell!!! |
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by Alexandria |
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| War Looms |
May 7, 2008 |
| Even as the realms of Astrum and Everguard lie at the brink of a war, A schism is develping in Everguard. Luna Dawnstar, wife of none other than King Fisc himself, was deported to another land, along with a few others, namely Sir Sin RavenWulf. What is going on, is undoubedly the question on everyones minds. One thing is for sure, Everguard is cracking from within. Will is be able to stand up in the war with Astrum, in its current depleted state? Has the bully bullied for the last time? Or will rebellion shake the very foundation of it existence? We will soon know the answer. |
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| Bully, or Bullied? |
May 5, 2008 |
| In the young history of the continent of Dwilight, no realm has been forced to face invasions of their territory, their territorial claims, or their sphere of influence - none that is, other than the realm of Everguard. Anonymous men label the realm and her High King as aggressors, antagonists and yes... bullies. But what is the truth of the situation? While the eastern realms of Springdale, Morek, Pian en Luries and the southern power of Madina have sat comfortable in their corners of Dwilight unharassed by colonists and usurpers - the untamed lands of the west have attracted considerable attention.
Much like their eastern neighbors, when the fifth independent nation of Dwilight was formed, it had designs on commanding a specific territory - a certain territory descending down from Valkyrja to Eidulb, and including the Libidizedd Island. To the west, there are already claims on the cities of Gaston, Chrysantalas, Itau and others that otherwise could have been taken by Everguard, yet they will now not be able to command.
That claim was challenged once, by the colonists who now sit in Golden Farrow, known as Caerwyn. The end result of that was intense negotiations, and a peaceful resolution that avoided war for both realms, and allowed the Caerwynians to center their realm in a wealthy and prosperous city. Everguard's meager claim of land was respected, and both realms ended up the better for it - a triumph of diplomacy for both, and hardly an acrimonious and aggressive bully pushing around the new kid on the block.
And now, with the entire Mimer peninsula available for colonization, the new colonists have arrived in Libidizedd and are entrenching themselves, despite objections from Everguard regarding a violation of their claim. The colonists have made a counter-claim they say stretches further back than that which the High King made. Neither recognizes or acknowledges the other's claim, and a conflict looms.
At current, the High King has offered a peaceful resolution to the issue by providing the Morek Colonists with what their chief goal was - religious freedom on the island, and free passage to the westland so that they may spread their faith across their vastness. In return, the Everguardians ask for political control of the island, and the relocation of the colony to the city of Mimer. The High King believes it is a solution that gives both what they want - but only time will tell if the new colonists value peace and stability with their new neighbor, or if they are insistent to push their claim. But one thing is certain, the realm of Everguard does not bluff. |
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by Fisc Arylon |
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| The Bully of the North |
May 4, 2008 |
| Word has reached the ears of nobles around the continent that the same realm that forced the relocation of Caerwyn, Everguard, has issued the same orders to Morek Colony. Time will tell if another realm bows to Everguard, or will they call Everguard's bluff of military retaliation? |
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| Morek Colony Formed |
May 2, 2008 |
| Nobles from the realm of Morek have traveled across the monster-plagues Mimer Peninsula and established an independent colony in the city of Libidizedd. The port city of Libidizedd is a great prize for the new colony. It is located on the central sea, and connected to many other ports on the sea through shipping and trade routes. |
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by Brance Indirik |
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| Man tames the West |
April 24, 2008 |
| We wander the lands in these uncharted regions, and one cannot do otherwise than think about the stories of old, the discovery of the other lands before this one, and the stories of their colonizations that serves as a lesson to us all. I have personally been on these islands, infact, I have personally served on Atamara, the South-East Island, Beluaterra, the Colonies, and back to the war islands before ending up here in Dwilight. One can think of the colonies a bit, with all these unknown lands, mysterious associations of nobles, and the rudimentary state of some things. Indeed, when I was in Springdale in it's early days, and the Caerwyn of Eildulb and our arrival in Golden Farrow, long and absurd travel times, rarity of the ressources, the overall brutality of the nobles as their ambitions clash. However, the strong do not long remain like this, and with dedication and hard work, our realms grow in ways to challenge the kingdoms of Beluaterra.
Springdale did this, in a way, though a little disturbed by poor leadership and seditious factions. Caerwyn exceeded expectations, already, we are a force to rival established powers on this continent, many large recruitment centers, magnificant palaces, our capital shines of the gold that cover it's roofs and other precious metals that compose the palace. And we think of the monsters here... A savage part to these lands, rather comparable to Beluaterra... "Me just hurt you a little bit" were the words of Big Fangs to me, as I struck down one of his critters. Monsters appear everywhere, and the weak succumb, but the strong fight back and will mold the lands as they see fit. Only time stands between the worthy of now and the mighty empires of tomorrow, empires to inspire the awe of the lands of old. |
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by Lyse Chénier, Minister of Caerwyn's Treasury |
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| Madina Colony (Avenel) Destroyed |
April 18, 2008 |
| Unable to fight back the horde of monsters besieging it, the latest Madina Colony has lost control of their capital city. Chateau Saffalore declared itself independent of the young realm's control, and returned to it's rogue status. Word has reached us that the refugees from the failed colony are attempting to feel to Pian en Luries. They hope to regroup and try again. This incident is a clear warning to all nobles that the wildlands of Dwilight are a dangerous place, and not to be taken lightly |
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by Brance Indirik |
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| Avenel Independence! |
April 16, 2008 |
| Yet another realm has been born from Madina. The Monarchy Avenel is a peaceful realm located in the untamed west of Dwilight, with the capital of Chateau Saffalore. Avenel promises to be the rock of the West and there High King Sir Rev is calling all brave knights to come and fight for them. They currently are under siege by Undead swarms and Monster attacks, and though Avenel is young and is still trying to gain a firm grasp in the world they promise to rid the West of these foul beasts. Avenel looks like it will be a hot spot for young adventures with plenty of monster killing to go around and plenty of demon ridden badlands west to be explored. |
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by Kezia Steel |
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| Port Nebel Secedes from Pian en Luries |
April 16, 2008 |
| Yet another secession on Dwilight. This time the Duke Edelstein seceded the city of Port Nebel from the monarchy of Pian en Luries. He has declared himself the Dictator of the new tyranny of Shadovar. |
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by Brance Indirik |
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| Beasts Of The West Anger Nobles |
April 14, 2008 |
| Nobles in the newly formed Madina Colony have been fighting an uphill battle against the raging beasts of the West. Rumors of monsters having the strength of over 10 000 and Undead swarms consisting of over 300 creatures has spread to the cities. Peasants tell tales of even stronger creatures the farther West you travel. Clearly, the new Madina Colony is going to be founded on blood, both human and beast. |
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by Kezia Steel |
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| Another Madina Colony is Formed |
April 14, 2008 |
| The realm of Madina has created another new colony in the city of Chateau Saffalore. This young republic is the second colony, and fourth new realm overall, created by the seagoing republic of Madina. |
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by Brance Indirik |
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| Paisly Breaks from Madina |
April 7, 2008 |
| Duke Albert, Duke of Paisly, has broken away from Madina to form the Tyranny known as Melodia. No regions followed the city in secession but it is assumed that the region of Paisland will soon join the self-proclaimed "...land of bards and merchants". |
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by Brance Indirik |
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| Madina Colony Chooses a Name |
April 7, 2008 |
| The colony situated in Golden Farrow by nobles frim Madina in Golden Farrow has chosen to be known by the name of Caerwyn. Lady Delia has been elected as the first Prime Minister of the young Republic. |
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by Brance Indirik |
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| Banners, Flags, and Coats of Arms |
April 7, 2008 |
During my travels recently, I encountered a most interesting advertisement for the services of noble who offers teh creation of personal and national crests and banners. I reproduce it here on the hopes that some of you may find it of some use. Sir Milmice Vecchioratto, traveler, swordsman and painter offers his service as Coat of Arms, Banner and Flag Painter. Proof of his ability is the Coat of Arms of the Grand Duchy of Fissoa. Many styles and many crest known. Please try to contact Sir Milmice through the Grand Duchy of Fissoa or Madina.
– Sir Milmice Vecchioratto
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by Brance Indirik |
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| Madina Colony to Relocate |
April 2, 2008 |
| Following threats from Everguard, the Madina Colony formed in the city of Eidulb has agreed to relocate to the city of Golden Farrow. Rather than face war, Lady Delia Sosiskiy, a noble of the Madina Colony stated that the colonists will immediately set out for Golden Farrow. |
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by Brance Indirik |
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| Rising Tensions in the North |
April 2, 2008 |
| Word has reached Morek of rising tensions between the young but growing monarchy of Everguard and the newly formed, but also expanding, Madina Colony. In apparent rejection of King Fisc Arylon's demands that the Madina Colony relocate to Golden Farrow, the nobles of the new colony have taken the townsland of Eidulb Outskirts. Many nobles feel that the results are almost certain to be war between the two. As events develop, it has also become known that the colony is not an official joint effort between Springdale and Madina at all. While the nobles that formed the colony have come from those two realms, King Neel Arya of Springdale has denied knowledge of the intent to form the colony. Grand Doge Abbot Nosferatus of Madina has also denied any official knowledge of or support from Madina for the colony. Grand Doge Nosferatus has, however, offered to assist in brokering peace between the colony and Everguard. With the denial of the rulers of both Springdale and Madina, it can only be assumed that Lady Lyse Chenier, who was herself banned from Springdale, either misspoke or was deliberately misleading in her statement that " The Eidulb Colony was a joint operation by the glorious and mighty realms of Madina and Springdale..." |
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May 29, 2008
Tournament in Aegir |
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Terivus Enodscopia, Duke of Aegir has announced a tournament of Swordfighting to be held in Aegir 7 days from now. There will be a charge of 15 gold for every participant. The winner will be rewarded with 150 gold in addition to the honour and prestige that his victory will earn him. There will also be a reward of 50 gold for the second best. |
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May 20, 2008
Rebellion in Melodia Fails |
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The rebellion in Melodia led by Albert de Blanc, the recently deposed monarch, has failed. |
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May 20, 2008
Rebellion in Melodia! |
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A rebellion is breaking out in Melodia. Earlier today, Albert de Blanc, the deposed ruler of Melodia, has called for a counter-rebellion against the newly installed revolutionary republic. Details are still sketchy. |
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May 20, 2008
Rebellion in Melodia Successful! |
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The rebellion in Melodia led by Quintus Scarlett has succeeded! Quintus Scarlett has been appointed the new ruler, and reformed the government into a Republic. |
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May 19, 2008
Rebellion in Melodia! |
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A rebellion is breaking out in Melodia. Earlier today, Quintus Scarlett called for an uprising against the current government. Details are still sketchy. |
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May 15, 2008
Peace comes |
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Astrum and Viridian (Caerwyn Colony) have now found peace. |
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May 15, 2008
Alliance Formed |
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Astrum and Morek have now formed an alliance, temporarily to aid Astrum in its infancy. |
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May 15, 2008
Alliance Formed |
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Astrum and Caerwyn form a strategic alliance. |
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May 14, 2008
War! |
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Delia Sosiskiy, Prime Minister of Caerwyn, has declared war on Shadovar. |
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May 13, 2008
War! |
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Kolya Ishimu, Grand Doge of Madina, has declared war on Shadovar. |
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May 13, 2008
War! |
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Dictator Edelstein Greneburie, Tyrant of Shadovar, has declared war against Melodia! |
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May 8, 2008
City Changes Allegiance |
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Eidulb has revolted against Everguard and joined the realm of Morek Colony (Astrum) |
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May 2, 2008
New Realm Formed |
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Colonists from Morek have created a new realm in the city of Libidizedd. The Morek Colony will be known by the name of Astrum. |
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May 2, 2008
War! |
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Alanna Anaris, Queen of Pian en Luries, has declared war on the Grand Duchy of Fissoa. |
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May 2, 2008
Tournament Results |
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Finegus O'Shea (Knight of Nid Tek, Pian en Luries) won to top prize of 250 gold. |
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April 25, 2008
Tournament Announced |
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Kaennji Shenron, Duke of Poryatown has announced a tournament of Swordfighting to be held in Poryatown. |
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April 18, 2008
Realm Destroyed |
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The Madina Colony in the city of Chateau Saffalore, which was to be known as Avenel, has been destroyed by monsters. |
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April 7, 2008
New Realm Formed |
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Duke Albert, Duke of Paisly, has seceded from Madina to form the Tyranny known as Melodia. |
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