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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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<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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article =<i>August 31st, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 19th, 2008</i>
 
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<i>Rebellion in Abington
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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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A rebellion is breaking out in Abington. Earlier today, Odoaker has called for an uprising against the current government. Details are still sketchy.</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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Claiming that the current King of Abington, Gauihu, is a madman Odoaker a knight of the region of Narville has risen up against the current government. Recent rumors however claim that the rebellion is collapsing as quickly as it begun due to many Abi nobles failing to support the inexperienced Odoaker. However, the self proclaimed Leader of the Abington Liberation Movement says he will continue his fight to depose Gauihu from the throne.
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
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<i>Written by Rojo DeVesta</i>
 
 
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article =<i>August 31st, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 16th, 2008</i>
 
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Magnus the Mighty, Duke of Wayburg, seceded from Abington today. Forming the realm of Caergoth, it is comprised of the regions of Chasnoff, Matakonis, Monagle and Swanfolk with the City of Wayburg as its capital. This is the second Duke to rebel and reports are coming in of other cities threatening to do likewise. Aware of his precarious position, the new King of Caergoth has opened negotiations with Abington's enemies... two armies of which are currently occupying Wayburg. Should he form an alliance with his former foes, Caergoth would stand a far better chance of survival than the isolated, just destroyed realm of Aquilane.
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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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We await developments with baited breath.  
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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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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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title = <b>Writer Back In Action</b>|
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title = <b>Fall of Ash'rily</b>|
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article =<i>August 28th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 16th, 2008</i>
 
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After a lengthy rest from the life of politics and war, I have now returned to the Taran army and the Tara Times. Once again I will take up the pen and the sword to both physically destroy and verbally humiliate the beastly goat lovers and their allies. However, with Stargard's fall emminent at the hands of Taran troops and RS reduced to only four regions I am worried that maybe our enemies will go out with a whimper (or whatever sound a dying goat makes) before my sword has a chance to taste their blood.
 
  
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Nevertheless I am overjoyed to see that Tara has grown exponentially since I have left. I also heartily congratulate Lister on his appointment as Dictator of Tara. I hope to write about more Taran victories in the near future.
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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>Written by Rojo DeVesta</i>
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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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title = <b>Taxes create Tensions!</b>|
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title = <b>Upsurge of Monsters Delay Advance!</b>|
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article =<i>August 30th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 8th, 2008</i>
 
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The long expected new Tax System has finally been implemented by the Gods. This development has generated no small amount of stress here in Tara as Nobles have begun arguing amongst themselves on monetary compensations. Some have even dared complain to the Military Council and even the Dictator Lister, himself, did not escape criticism. Spokesmen have stated that negotiations are ongoing and we should expect a solution in a matter of days.  
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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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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</i>
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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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article =<i>August 27th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 6th, 2008</i>
 
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The people of Sullenport abandoned the Goat Realm a few days ago as poor management and body odor sapped the love they had for their Realm. This loss of this city, the second greatest in Atamara, guarantees the end of Redspan as a nation. Speculation is rife on which realm will takeover of their few remaining regions. Will another war erupt over the spoils? 
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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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We shall see...  
 
    
 
    
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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</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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article =<i>August 15th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 1st, 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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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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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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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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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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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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article =<i>August 14th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 2nd, 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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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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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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<b>Falasan admits they are to blame for the war!</b>   
  
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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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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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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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Dunn (Knight of Wayburg, Abington) has been killed.  
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We apologize for any inconvenience.        
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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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<i>Written by Jose dela Cruz</i>
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<i>Written by Jose Dela Cruz</i>
 
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article =<i>August 8th, 2007</i>
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article =<i>September 1st, 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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The Blight of Atamara is back!
  
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The Allies now march into Stargard to punish these pacifists.
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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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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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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>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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Lister
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Welcome Kalanar!   
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Dictator and General of Tara, Marshal of the Grand Taran Army of Foda</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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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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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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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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