Libero Empire

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The Libero Empire a realm based in history, looking forward to the future. Centered around the historic Duchy of Springdale, its unity is matched only by the dedication of our nobles. It embodies the lessons of both the Old Empires of Springdale and Morek, two of the founding realms of Dwilight.

Located in a historically volatile region, it is always in need of nobles. Fame, liberty, and honor await those who swear to a lord of Libero Empire.

Culture

We are a realm that has striven to be a cultural center upon Dwilight with many intellectuals residing within its borders. In some ways, Libero Empire is a northern version of Pian en Luries with our emphasis on culture. The nobles of Libero Empire have a demonym (are known as) of Liberates.

Imperial Ideals

Having gone through many shifts in the politics of northeast Dwilight, Libero Empire has taken the time to learn the lessons of their past.

Honor has always been a paramount virtue of our land. When one swears an oath, it is to be kept whether one agrees with the decisions of their lord or not. Oaths are to be kept by both lord and knight are go both ways. This was demonstrated when Springdale Duchy changed allegiance to Morek and the lords and knights remained true to their word. It was demonstrated yet again when Springdale Duchy seceded to form the realm of Libero Empire. Both times, there were disagreements with the action, but the realm's loyalty and honor was preserved.

Another ideal of the realm is religious pluralism, learned from Springdale Empire. This is to be contrasted with the fanatic religious singularity of Donghaiwei Duchy. This eventually led to both duchies leaving Morek due to years of disagreement on the matter.

Similar, and probably the most important, virtues are openness and liberty, also from Springdale Empire. These also contributed to the split. Donghaiwei was a closed duchy of councils and mistrust; as original duchy of Morek, they dominated the politics. Springdale Duchy felt persecuted for this and the above reason. Libero Empire has councils, but the difference is that nobles frequently petition for more knowledge of events and it is provided. The council members are also at liberty to share current discussions with the realm. Nobility remain free to run their own affairs and be knowledgeable of internal and external events.

However, lessons were also gained from Morek. The importance of foreign trade and importance of religion was gained. Diplomacy, through frequent internal discussions within Morek, was gained as well. These are things that Springdale Empire had lacked as it remained relatively isolationist and religion was ignored. Overall, these can be summarized as a focus on external affairs and involvement in Dwilight politics.

It was also while under Morek we gained our intellectual atmosphere. Duke Sammael Haine began Dwilight University while a member of Morek and it grew to include universities in numerous regions of Springdale, Donghaiwei, and Flowrestown duchies. It is true there were intellectual pursuits within Springdale Empire, but it was under Morek and Duke Sammael that it grew to a pervasive element of our culture

To summarize, Libero Empire strives for honor, openness, liberty, involvement in Dwilight affairs, and intellectual pursuit.

Post-Secession Values

It was after the War of Allison that Libero Empire began to trust itself far more than its allies due to the betrayal of their allies, and long-time friends, Raivan Empire.

Banners

Many banners have been created to display Libero Empire's values. Symbolism of values is important to the nobility and is reflected via the proposed banners: Banner Archive.

Diplomacy

Current

• Stratford Treaty of December 22nd - Peace arranged between Libero Empire and Xinhai after the War of Allison.

Past

Triumvirate Alliance

An alliance of Raivan Empire and Libero Empire(Twin Empires), along with Aquilegia. Built to defend themselves from Allison Kabrinski and Xinhai, resulting in War of Allison. It broke apart when Libero Empire realized the Raivan Empire and Aquilegia were not working together as agreed upon before the war.

History

Our history is young, but is being chronicled to the best of our ability.

Early Days

Our early days consisted of dealing with regional maintenance due to confusion by bureaucrats(ooc: a bug) followed by the appointment of Sejieda Vita for general, Rohk Darksun as judge, and Marco Goodman as banker. Elections soon followed and all were re-elected. Sejieda won near unanimously with no one running against him; Rohk Darksun and Marco Goodman won handily with Orris Morton challenging Rohk and Pirtamri Scarfist challenging Marco.

Soon King Sammael Haine stepped down to allow an election. Alanya Costella, Sammael Haine, and Orris Morton ran for ruler and Alanya Costella won and was declared Queen.

Morek War

After negotiations with Nifelhold, Grandmaster Claudius insulted Queen Alanya. As a result, Libero Empire marched to Mt. Black Nastrond to take it over. Baron Kurecalle changed allegiance to Raivan Empire, whom was supposed to return the region. The military then moved to Nifelhold and attempted two friendly takeovers which both failed. It was then ignored, but we remain at war.

War of Allison

It was then, after quite some time of diplomatic maneuvers, that the Twin Empires of Raivan Empire and Libero Empire joined their ally, Aquilegia, against Xinhai in war. The Triumvirate Alliance was to act to protect themselves from Xinhai and Allison Kabrinski's aggression.

Libero Empire had witnessed Allison's methods while both they and Xinhai were part of Morek and did not wish to become a victim. Raivan Empire had experienced her undermining in the days of Morek as well. Aquilegia had been the victim of Allison in the war before the Triumvirate Alliance moved to defend them. As a result of Allison's involvement with Astrum and a defensive deal in exchange for food, Astrum eventually joined the war to defend Xinhai.

In a joint strike, Libero Empire occupied Bohai and the Raivan Empire occupied Nimh, both beginning friendly takeovers. Libero Empire eventually faced a battle with Xinhai, which it lost due to poor organization. Xinhai then moved to deal with Nimh and Croton of the Raivan Empire; Liberate and Raivan militaries moved to fight the Xinhaian military in Croton, but lost due to Xinhai pulling in extra forces from surrounding regions.

Soon, Astrum interfered with the war to help Xinhai attack the Raivan Empire, resulting in the Battle of Aegir's Deep. The Raivan Empire may have lost, but they cost Astrum and Xinhai serious casualties.

Libero Empire rushed to the Raivan Empire's aid, but War Leader Konstantinos Atreides went from desiring hurried aid to wanting a full refit. As Libero Empire had responded to the War Leader's call for quick aid, they had not refit properly. The War Leader called off the attack and Libero Empire moved to refit. As a result, Aegir's Deep fell and Astrum moved to loot Nidhogg's Mark. It was after these blunders by the Raivan general that Sejieda began to take a more commanding presence amongst the generals, instead of a collaborating one.

Libero Empire returned to Aegir's Deep and helped them take it over, but the quality of the region had been diminished by Xinhai. Nidhogg's Mark was in poor condition due to Astrum's looting. Time was given for them to repair the regions, but a friendly takeover was soon started in Stratford. Asking for assistance they had always given, the Libero Empire was promised their support. Soon, half the forces promised were held back to improve Nidhogg's Mark. After the region revolted, all forces were withdrawn, leaving Libero Empire alone because of what was ultimately the War Leader's poor call in not attacking Aegir's Deep.

This was when Libero Empire lost its confidence in its allies, as neither had worked together as was the agreement before Allison's War. As a result, the Stratford Treaty of December 22nd was signed. In the end, Lord Polemarch Bustoarsenzio Peristalticos and Royal Marshal Sejieda Vita concluded that each had fought honorably while Queen Alanya Costella and Archon Anabellium West agreed it was a brilliant peace deal.