Old Rancagua Press/1st July 2006

	Old Rancagua Press
	The True Story from the Lands of the North
The Old Rancaguan Press would like to thank the Editor of the Rampant Lion for his excellent work concerning the layouts of his papers (which we have stolen shamelessly :). This is work in progress, and is not concrete. Disclaimer: Furthermore, The Press would like to remind its readers that this paper does not represent the official opinions of the Old Rancaguan Government.
Chief of Staff: Antan Christenson Reporter: Wenliang Dell Battle Reporter: Sam Malone Interviewer: Palandro Ar Pharazon.
News Stories and Words from the Editors		News around the Continent
July 13, 2006 - In the memory of true Kalmarians Well, it seems that the Old Rancaguan Press must defend its honour again for the Kalmarian Chronicles continues to discredit our stories. We must ask the KIC, what is truth? Truth is in the eye of the beholder, what is one truth to an Old Rancaguan, a Fontan or Perdanese, or Sirionite, is very different to usurping Avamarian or a poisoned and deceived Kalmarian. The Press does not deny claim to many of the Kalmarian Nobles, just the Avamarians and Oligarchians who came to the realm right after the rebellion. It seems that Avamar cannot form its own realm, it must take from others. Yes indeed the entire Democracy is wrong, any government change which comes without the expressed consent of a majority of the original nobles is wrong. However what makes this particular democracy wrong is the fact that the Avamarians (who were in sore need a realm because they are unable to conform to the realms of others) denounced the rebellion, but then accepted it anyway. Thats what Avamarians do it seems, when the realm they infest becomes too weak to maintain them, they move on to another. Do they have any honour whatsoever? Indeed, the democracy and her rampantly "democratic" Avamarians have probably been around for longer than the Royalists. But why is that? Because the royalists were forcibly removed from their home realm! Lalakis and his band of invaders probably have been in Kalmar longer, but only because many former Kalmarians know that they could never be accepted in a realm such as the one which has been created without drastically changing their beliefs. De-basing themselves before men and women who have robbed them of their homes. Indeed a majority don't want a monarchy, but who are the most vocal of the realm? Who vote the most? The Avamarians of course! I would bet that the half the Nobles who are truly loyal to the realm which was created by Old Rancagua and Perdan wish to return, but they know that they would privately be persecuted should they open their mouths. Furthermore, we are nothing like El Cid, for we are only retaking a realm for those who deserve to live in it. You too would be permitted into such a realm, for you are a true Kalmarian also. But, it seems that our honour dictates settlement with Kalmar now that they have a proper leader. Militarily, Kalmar's only defence is the geographical positioning which forces armies to attack them in tight bottlenecks, reducing their numerical advantage. Concerning your RC's, it's all very well building them, but you have to hold on to them and you were about to loose many of them. Not to mention how you could afford to purchase the troops with average individual incomes of 10 gold per Nobles. Oh wait! Thats right you have Avamarians who siphon in gold from some of the more richer realms to benefit new ones. Concerning negotiations, there were never negotiations because anything which Lalakis said to us could not be received as from the ruler of Kalmar. Why? Because Prometheus is the true ruler, the former Kings of Kalmar are the only true rulers and thus, now that Prometheus has become the ruler once more we can accept his words as the words of Kalmar itself. We realised long ago that anything Lalakis says is mud, for you cannot barter what is not yours in the first place! In conclusion, it is the very justness and honour of Old Rancagua which is allowing the Avamarians to remain in Kalmar, for now that you have elected a proper Chancellor the key term of Old Rancagua's pledge to restore Kalmar has been achieved. I only hope that you all give him a fair chance at the rulership, he is an honourable man and deserving of your respect. It is only by unhappy chance that he was robbed of his rightful position. It is lucky for you indeed that Old Rancagua is virtuous, for it is our desire for peace which allows the Avamarians to remain. Though, it does stain the memory of those true Kalmarians which is most lamentable. For though they are not with us in body, their spirits cry out against the usurpers which took their homeland from them. July 11, 2006 - Tricky, Tricky Lalakis? Well, it seems that the Kalmarian Chronicles has asked to know what the Tricks of Avamar are! I am sure that many of the older Sirionite leaders will remember their usurpation of lands not their own (an instance which we have here in Kalmar as well). Perhaps the worst fears of the Old Rancaguans have been comfirmed? That Prometheus' election was not due to their belief that he is a good leader (or their acknowledgement of his claim as the true King of the lands) and their renouncement of a claim upon a land that, for the most part, some 50% of them don't have. Perhaps this is only a last ditch effort of the Avamarians to avoid the fate of total destruction of a realm they took from another once more, which if this the case would have to constitute Old Rancagua finishing the job. For though it seems Kalmar believes that they and Old Rancagua are evenly matched they are quite wrong. Though the Old Rancaguan troops were stopped, they won to crushing victory in Stora against superior numbers, it was only the very walls of Kalmar City itself which halted the advance, and even then the walls would have fallen had more troops arrived in the City from the recent victory in Stora. But the action on Kalmar City itself is done, and should this election indeed prove to be a last ditch effort to save themselves then Old Rancagua shall return to finish the task placed before them, to cleanse the isles of the unjust and restore the Monarchy and her rightful King to the throne. Negotiations have not been underway, for all that has reached the leadership of Old Rancagua is delay tactics by a skilled Avamarian politician, well versed in deceit and deception, and crackpot schemes to divide an already weakened realm, as well sectioning off regions which do not even belong to them from their patron nations. No, negotiations have not been going on, only the sembalance of such talks, but now Kalmar, in their final despair on the eve of another Old Rancaguan invasion (which has been postponed) is slowly giving into the demands made upon them, demands which were made many months ago. It was inevitable really. Possible Peace on the way? It seems that Old Rancagua's pressure through military intervention has been enough to squeeze the first steps towards fulfilling the terms, whinch were laid down by Old Rancagua many moths ago, that island realm must agree to if it is allowed to survive in its current state. Yesterday, Avamarian Chancellor Lalakis stepped down to allow Prometheus (the rightful King) a chance to be elected as the new ruler of the isles. Prometheus' restoration as the ruler of the Isles has been one of the prime goals of the Old Rancaguan leadership since this war began many months ago with the brutal rebellion of El Cid in the name of Avamar. As his first act, Prometheus began the long and arduous task of patching relations between the two northern realms. The High Council of Old Rancagua is mindful and wary of the tricks of Avamar and will do all they can to ensure that Prometheus' chance to regain the rulership brings fruit, as well as protecting the rights of the exiled Loyalists. Soon it seems negotiations will begin to see if an end the war can be found and a peace treaty can be signed. Will keep everyone updated..... July 4, 2006 - Armistices all round Well, it is not surprising that under the extreme amount of pressure that has been placed upon the former members of the HRA, Ubent and Caligus, since the destruction of Oligarch that they would have to crack soon. With the recent reformation in Caligus, beginning peace talks between the decimated Monarchy realm and the Southern Federation, and the Armistice signed by Ubent today, severely limiting their realm's size, strength and sovereignty it seems that Perdan is very much alone in their fight agains the combined might of the Northern Alliance and the Southern Federation. Soon perhaps, we will see the first continental peace in many years of bloodshed, death and destruction. Defeat in Kalmar City With the hard-fought victory in Stora and the Avamarian military decimated and in complete disarray, High Marshal Wenliang, in dicussion with the Military Council decided to take the fight to the Avamarian capital, seizing the moment of weakness and marching upon Kalmar City itself. However, upon arrival many nobles failed to arrive due to travel delays and confusion from contradictory sets of orders issued by others. Attacking with only minimal numerical superiority, the battle-hardened Old Rancaguan troops were routed by the heavily entrenched defenders, taking many casualities but inflicting their own upon the city. \ It seems though that the quick and easy campaign that the Old Rancaguan Military High Command had been hoping for has slipped out of reach, but the damage has been done, and the total destruction of the Avamarian mobile and militia troops in Stora and Kalmar City will be a telling factor in the battles to come. July 3, 2006 - Old Rancagua withstands the verbal attacks of the Avamarians Despite the vehement verbal attacks from the assorted (still able to walk and talk) Avamarians in Stora, Legatus is by far the loudest. However, it is interesting to note that he was amongst the strongest supporters of the action to rid the Isles of the Avamarian invaders post-El Cid. The finer points of his thoughts on Lalakis, El Cid and Avamar in general which we find mightily agreeable are as follows and can be found here: July News Reports. A Rogala is back in control of Kalmar! With the capture of Lalakis in the battle of Stora, New Avamar have dealt another insult with the election of El Cid's relative, One as the new Chancellor. This story can now be found on the July News Reports page. VICTORY IN STORA! Today is an historic day, for the battle to take control of the important region Kalmarian region of Stora has been won convincingly by the troops of Old Rancagua. This story can now be found on the July News Reports page. Rebellion in Caligus The long standing Queen of Caligus, Gwynth has been removed from power by a popular uprising. This story can now be found on the July News Reports page. July 2, 2006 - UBENT SURRENDERS! Ubent has abandoned Caligus and Perdan to the hordes of the invaders of Ibladesh, Itorunt, Yssaria, Perdan and Fontan. This story can now be found on the July News Reports page. July 1, 2006 - Ashforth named as New Capital of Old Rancagua A day which shall be remembered in Old Rancagua, the capital is now in Ashforth. This story can now be found on the July News Reports page. OLD RANCAGUA MARCH ON THE ISLES! Old Rancagua is on its way to the North. This story can now be found on the July News Reports page.		July 11, 2006 - New ruler in Kalmar Islands: The realm of Kalmar Islands has elected Prometheus as its new Chancellor. Huge Battle Fought Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Domus:Yssaria vs. Caligus Estimated combat strengths: 15000 CS vs. 15000 CS Defender Victory! July 10, 2006 - Region Revolts: The people of Clermont have revolted and declared independence from Itorunt! July 9, 2006 - Huge Battle Fought Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Bescanon:Fontan, Sirion vs. Perdan Estimated combat strengths: 15000 CS vs. 5000 CS Attacker Victory July 8, 2006 - Huge Battle Fought Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Woolton:Ibladesh, Itorunt vs. Perdan Estimated combat strengths: 10000 CS vs. 6000 CS Attacker Victory Huge Battle Fought Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Bescanon:Perdan vs. Fontan, Sirion Estimated combat strengths: 8000 CS vs. 4000 CS Attacker Victory! July 6, 2006 - Region Takeover: Itorunt has taken control of Lorient (formerly part of Perdan). Itorunt now controls 15 regions. Huge Battle Fought Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Supra:(rogue), Yssaria vs. Caligus Estimated combat strengths: 10000 CS vs. 7000 CS Attacker Victory! July 5, 2006 - New ruler in Perdan: The realm of Perdan has elected Clarissa as its new Queen. July 4, 2006 - Huge Battle Fought Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Kalmar:Old Rancagua vs. Kalmar Islands Estimated combat strengths: 6000 CS vs. 4000 CS Defender Victory July 3, 2006 - Region Takeover: Yssaria has taken control of Aestus (formerly part of Caligus) Huge Battle Fought Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Bescanon:Perdan vs. Fontan, Sirion Estimated combat strengths: 16000 CS vs. 22000 CS Defender Victory New ruler in Kalmar Islands: The realm of Kalmar Islands has elected One as its new Chancellor. Huge Battle Fought Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Stora:Old Rancagua vs. Kalmar Islands Estimated combat strengths: 8000 CS vs. 8000 CS Attacker Victory Rebellion in Caligus The government of Caligus has been overthrown in a bloody rebellion. The leader of the rebel forces, Vlad, has been announced the new ruler. July 1, 2006 - Region Takeover: Itorunt has taken control of Clermont (formerly part of Perdan) Region Takeover: Light of Fountain has taken control of Tokat , a former rogue region Region Takeover: Fontan has taken control of Meuse (formerly part of Perdan) New ruler in Kalmar Islands: The realm of Kalmar Islands has reconfirmed Lalakis as its Chancellor. New ruler in Ubent: The realm of Ubent has reconfirmed Zog Returns as its Prime Minister. New ruler in Fontan: The realm of Fontan has reconfirmed Gregor as its Chancellor. New ruler in Sirion: The realm of Sirion has reconfirmed Handow as its Prime Minister.
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