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title =<b>The Tara Times</b>|
 
title =<b>The Tara Times</b>|
 
price =<i>'''Price:''' ONE GOLD PIECE</i>|
 
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quote =<i>'''Editor:''' [[Peter Kolak]]</i>|
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quote =<i>'''Founder:''' [[Peter Kolak]]</i>|
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issue =<i>'''Date of Issue:''' August 1st, 2007</i>|other=}}
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editor =<i>'''Editor:''' [[Jose Dela Cruz]]</i>|
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<b>Disclosure:</b> Whatever is stated in the Tara Times does not reflect the opinions and ideals of all Taran nobles.
 
<b>Disclosure:</b> Whatever is stated in the Tara Times does not reflect the opinions and ideals of all Taran nobles.
 
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title = <b>Defeat at Picnu!</b>|
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article =<i>September 27th, 2008</i>
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A rare battle between near-equal forces ended in defeat today as a Falasan/Minas Ithil Army invaded the recently freed region of Picnu. 16470 CS of Rabbits/MI went against 15315 CS of Tara/Darka troops in a brutal battle. Despite the valiant defense of our soldiers and allies, we were overrun in a protracted battle. 
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
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title = <b>Meldeen finally Free!</b>|
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title = <b>Correction:</b>|
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article =<i>August 23th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 19th, 2008</i>
 
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After suffering for so long in anarchy and chaos, Meldeen has finally been saved by our brave troops. The region became part of Tara today as its citizens welcomed their saviors with flowers and beer. As a sign of his unending generosity, Dictator Lister has decreed that soap and shampoo shall be freely distributed to the general population. Let hygiene rule this land forevermore!
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It has been brought to our attention that Ash'rily is <b>NOT</b> the capital of the Ash Sea Islands. The correct capital is Ser'quia. We apologize for our error.
  
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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</i>
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Personally, I really don't see the point of this since ASI will be extinct soon. The Dead Bear No Ill Will...
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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title = <b>Abington in Rebellion!!!</b>|
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title = <b>Setbacks on the Northern Front</b>|
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article =<i>August 15th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 16th, 2008</i>
 
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War is a stressful business and some people just want the stress to end. Such was the case for the citizens of Riverholm and her adjacent regions.  
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A coordinated counterattack by Falasan and Minas Ithil has succeeded in taking Cori and Picnu away from us. With our own allies unavailable and monsters/Norland Raiders n the rear, we have been unable to muster enough to resist.
  
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Earlier today, the city of Riverholm along with the regions Wynford, Rustton, and Lanston seceded from Abington. Calling themselves Aquitaine, this new realm is not expected to survive long without assistance. Already, Abington has declared war and her Armies are expected to reclaim the lost lands soon.
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Rest assured, this is only a minor delay in our plans of spreading Freedom to the Oppressed.  
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
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All is not lost for the rebels. The Ash Sea Islands, long enemies of Abington, have been reported to be acting funny. Will the Southern Alliance suffer the fate Tara endured long ago? The irony is incredible.  
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title = <b>Fall of Ash'rily</b>|
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article =<i>September 16th, 2008</i>
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<i>3 days ago...</i>
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We have just gotten word that a major assault has overrun Ash'rily, capital of the Ash Sea Islands. An estimated 30,000 CS Army of Caergoth/Carelia defeated ASI's 15,000 CS defenders in a titanic battle. Damage to both armies and the fortifications have been massive.
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<i>Other News...</i>
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ASI has takenover Barnlure in a pointless gesture of defiance. This action has only delayed the eventual assimilation of the Capital into Carelia. Still, we salute ASI in its will to fight destiny.
 
    
 
    
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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</i>
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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title = <b>Byblack looking better than ever under Taran Rule</b>|
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title = <b>Upsurge of Monsters Delay Advance!</b>|
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article =<i>August 14th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 8th, 2008</i>
 
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After almost a month of bitter struggle Byblack has not only been successfully taken by Taran forces, but she has accepted and agreeably entered under the steadfast rule of Taran law.  Now fully supportive of Tara and The Order, the people of Byblack have renounced Da Way of Da Great Goat and have finally seen the light of cleanliness and proper and holy hygienic living.
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There has been a large resurgence of undead and monster activity in Carelia, the Cagilan Empire, Darka and Tara. These evil creatures are of such size and strength that normal militia units are incapable of stopping them. Thus, it is with reluctance that each realm must dispatch a task force for disposal.
  
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This success in Byblack is a testimony to how, with the proper planning, effort and commitment, all of the south could soon be free of the curse of Da Way. Though the work required is tremendous and tedious, by treating each step one at at a time, and tackling each with dedication and true belief, it will not be long before Tara and the allied forces have rid the south of this unholy disease.  
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We do not know how Falasan has done this but rest assured, the Freedom of Rabbits is still our highest priority!
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
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title = <b>War Update</b>|
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article =<i>September 6th, 2008</i>
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As anyone can see in the map, we are doing very well. There is almost no resistance now when our army liberates Rabbit regions. Peasants welcome Tara with open arms. Both Barad Falas and Tucha are surrounded, there people starving while their Lords flee. As I write this, I look out my window and witness the massive army gathering for the siege of Barad Falas. Once that persecuted city is free, Falasan will be broken.
  
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<i>Written by Oscar</i>
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We shall see...
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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title = <b>Atblane Survivors Massacred in Stargard!</b>|
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title = <b>Traitor Identified at Last?</b>|
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article =<i>August 9th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 1st, 2008</i>
 
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Following the massive damage inflicted in Atblane, the Allied Army pursued the Abington/Redspan survivors into Stargard, Redspan's capital. There, alongside the cowards who refused to march into Atblane, the remnants of the once mighty Army fought their hopeless battle. Many abandoned their walls in despair and charged the liberating Allied Army to their doom. Others bitterly opposed the inevitable from behind their palisade. Regardless, most were wounded or captured by the end of the day.
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One of the early questions in this war has always been the early warning the Ash Sea Islands received during the massing of our armies at their border. We have later learned that a traitor from Suville leaked the liberation plans to our enemies, prolonging the war and suffering of ASI.
  
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Dunn (Knight of Wayburg, Abington) has been killed.  
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Clearly, Sir Damian Bedwyr, Duke of Stoneville can be none other than the traitor in question. HE made ASI suffer and, indeed, the argument can be made that the Falasan War is his fault as well.  
  
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Though saddened by the loss of this great hero, he will be heartened to hear that Stargard has once again been freed from oppression and depravity. His death will pave the way to the future free of Redspan!!!
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The Tara Times will seek to confirm this speculation and get back to you.      
 
    
 
    
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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</i>
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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title = <b>Redspan/Abington Army Decimated at Atblane!</b>|
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title = <b>Falasan Inquirer Admits Fault!</b>|
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article =<i>August 8th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 2nd, 2008</i>
 
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The bulk of Abington and Redspan's Army was destroyed in Atblane today as our enemies continued to resist their future. Attacking from Stargard, nearly 80% were slaughtered attempting to take our Atblane palisade with their clearly inferior numbers. Investigations after the battle reveal that many Redspaniards and Abingtonians never showed up at all. Afraid of the obvious moral, ethical and military superiority of our Allied Army, these deserters choose the better part of valor and left their comrades to their fate.
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I have just finished reviewing past issues of our brother journalists across the divide and I have come to a stunning article...
  
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The Allies now march into Stargard to punish these pacifists. 
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<b>Falasan admits they are to blame for the war!</b>   
  
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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</i>
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Indeed. In a fine display of honesty, the most recent edition of the Falasan Newspaper freely admits that it was their ineptitude and foolishness that has caused all this mayhem. Thousands of deaths and countless villages could have been spared had the stubborn Rabbit King shared the views of his reporters.
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The Tara Times urges the Falasan Inquirer to promote an unconditional surrender among their people. This is the only humane action in the face of their nation's culpability in recent events.
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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title = <b>Long Live Lister, Dictator of Tara!!!</b>|
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title = <b>Tara Times is BACK!</b>|
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article =<i>August 3rd, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 1st, 2008</i>
 
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Lister has been elected Dictator today following the abdication of Jonathon. He gave this speech during the celebrations that followed the announcement:
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The pressures of war have forced all available staff to the frontlines, abandoning their journalism duties for the greater good. As the tide of war turns our way, we have now found the time to continue our work here at the paper.
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<i>Thank you everyone for your support!!
 
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As of right now we will continue our campaign in taking RS lands and doing our best to expand.
 
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Everyone keep up the good work!!
 
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Again, thank you all!
 
  
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Lister
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We apologize for any inconvenience.       
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Dictator and General of Tara, Marshal of the Grand Taran Army of Foda</i>
 
 
    
 
    
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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</i>
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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title = <b>Dictator Steps Down! Elections Scheduled!!!</b>|
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title = <b>Abington Reborn!</b>|
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article =<i>August 2nd, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 1st, 2008</i>
 
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Jonathon, Dictator of Tara, has stepped down from his position as our leader. Leading Tara during her darkest hour, Jonathon has recently succeeded in expanding our realm to over twice its size. He has cited Family obligations as the reason for his actions.
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The Blight of Atamara is back!
  
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Elections have been scheduled and there is great excitement among the population on who will be voted upon the job. Whoever the winner shall be, he will certainly have large shoes to fill.  
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Sir Damian Bedwyr, now King of Abington, Duke of Stoneville, Marshal of the Praetorian Guard has just created Abington from the ashes. Fury is rising throughout the continent as realm after realm declares war on the abomination. One trusts armies will soon put an end to this embarrassment.  
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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</i>
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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title = <b>Byblack Liberated again...</b>|
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title = <b>New Reporter in the Ranks...</b>|
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article =<i>August 2nd, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 1st, 2008</i>
 
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Byblack was liberated today following the assasination of Shamus, King of Redspan. This event leaves no doubt of the corrosive nature of the Goat King. Shamus can indeed delude vast numbers of people beyond reason or ryhme.
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I am pleased to introduce Sir Kalanar Ardarcil to our readers. He is a Knight of Tarasac and will report on the battles our realm has fought against our enemies.  
  
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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</i>
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Welcome Kalanar!   
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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Latest revision as of 08:20, 22 March 2014

Tarabanner.png The Tara Times
Price: ONE GOLD PIECE Founder: Peter Kolak Date of Issue: September 1st, 2008

Archive History

Disclosure: Whatever is stated in the Tara Times does not reflect the opinions and ideals of all Taran nobles.

Defeat at Picnu!
September 27th, 2008

A rare battle between near-equal forces ended in defeat today as a Falasan/Minas Ithil Army invaded the recently freed region of Picnu. 16470 CS of Rabbits/MI went against 15315 CS of Tara/Darka troops in a brutal battle. Despite the valiant defense of our soldiers and allies, we were overrun in a protracted battle.

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

Correction:
September 19th, 2008

It has been brought to our attention that Ash'rily is NOT the capital of the Ash Sea Islands. The correct capital is Ser'quia. We apologize for our error.

Personally, I really don't see the point of this since ASI will be extinct soon. The Dead Bear No Ill Will...

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

Setbacks on the Northern Front
September 16th, 2008

A coordinated counterattack by Falasan and Minas Ithil has succeeded in taking Cori and Picnu away from us. With our own allies unavailable and monsters/Norland Raiders n the rear, we have been unable to muster enough to resist.

Rest assured, this is only a minor delay in our plans of spreading Freedom to the Oppressed.

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

Fall of Ash'rily
September 16th, 2008

3 days ago... We have just gotten word that a major assault has overrun Ash'rily, capital of the Ash Sea Islands. An estimated 30,000 CS Army of Caergoth/Carelia defeated ASI's 15,000 CS defenders in a titanic battle. Damage to both armies and the fortifications have been massive.

Other News... ASI has takenover Barnlure in a pointless gesture of defiance. This action has only delayed the eventual assimilation of the Capital into Carelia. Still, we salute ASI in its will to fight destiny.

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

Upsurge of Monsters Delay Advance!
September 8th, 2008

There has been a large resurgence of undead and monster activity in Carelia, the Cagilan Empire, Darka and Tara. These evil creatures are of such size and strength that normal militia units are incapable of stopping them. Thus, it is with reluctance that each realm must dispatch a task force for disposal.

We do not know how Falasan has done this but rest assured, the Freedom of Rabbits is still our highest priority!

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

War Update
September 6th, 2008

As anyone can see in the map, we are doing very well. There is almost no resistance now when our army liberates Rabbit regions. Peasants welcome Tara with open arms. Both Barad Falas and Tucha are surrounded, there people starving while their Lords flee. As I write this, I look out my window and witness the massive army gathering for the siege of Barad Falas. Once that persecuted city is free, Falasan will be broken.

We shall see...

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

Traitor Identified at Last?
September 1st, 2008

One of the early questions in this war has always been the early warning the Ash Sea Islands received during the massing of our armies at their border. We have later learned that a traitor from Suville leaked the liberation plans to our enemies, prolonging the war and suffering of ASI.

Clearly, Sir Damian Bedwyr, Duke of Stoneville can be none other than the traitor in question. HE made ASI suffer and, indeed, the argument can be made that the Falasan War is his fault as well.

The Tara Times will seek to confirm this speculation and get back to you.

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

Falasan Inquirer Admits Fault!
September 2nd, 2008

I have just finished reviewing past issues of our brother journalists across the divide and I have come to a stunning article...

Falasan admits they are to blame for the war!

Indeed. In a fine display of honesty, the most recent edition of the Falasan Newspaper freely admits that it was their ineptitude and foolishness that has caused all this mayhem. Thousands of deaths and countless villages could have been spared had the stubborn Rabbit King shared the views of his reporters.

The Tara Times urges the Falasan Inquirer to promote an unconditional surrender among their people. This is the only humane action in the face of their nation's culpability in recent events.

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

Tara Times is BACK!
September 1st, 2008

The pressures of war have forced all available staff to the frontlines, abandoning their journalism duties for the greater good. As the tide of war turns our way, we have now found the time to continue our work here at the paper.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

Abington Reborn!
September 1st, 2008

The Blight of Atamara is back!

Sir Damian Bedwyr, now King of Abington, Duke of Stoneville, Marshal of the Praetorian Guard has just created Abington from the ashes. Fury is rising throughout the continent as realm after realm declares war on the abomination. One trusts armies will soon put an end to this embarrassment.

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

New Reporter in the Ranks...
September 1st, 2008

I am pleased to introduce Sir Kalanar Ardarcil to our readers. He is a Knight of Tarasac and will report on the battles our realm has fought against our enemies.

Welcome Kalanar!

Written by Jose Dela Cruz

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