| International Beluaterran News
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| Update on Vlaanderen
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14th September 2007
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In the two days since the last article on Vlaanderen was written some stunning new developments have occurred. It seems Vlaanderen has become the third nation to forge a ceasefire of sorts with the Daimonic forces. Reports and inside information tell us that after some discussion, a deal was brokered between the Vlaandereeni higher-ups and the Dreadlord Arcane. Arcane was given lordship over the mountainous region Zisswii and its people. While the region still flies the banner of Vlaanderen, having a Daimon as a lord has caused some dissent Vlaanderen. Little more than that is known. For the sake of fairness, we asked both the King and Arch Judge of the kingdom about this issue. Neither has chosen to comment.
However, rumors also circulate that Fwuvoghor also met with a Daimon lord Silent, who was not allowed in the small state. More rumors abound in Fwuvoghor about the undead. We've heard from a dubious source that the Dreadlord Silent was spotted giving orders to the undead Lord Venganza and Maldiciones. All the Fwuvoghor information though must be taken with a grain of salt unless the knowledge can be verified by a second, trustworthy source.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| Daimons in Vlaanderen!
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12th September 2007
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If you haven't heard the news or have seen reports you probably expect this to be about some sort of Daimon attack in Vlaanderen. Those guys do find themselves attacked quite a bit in this war between the non-human species don't they? Interestingly though, his time Vlaanderen is fine. The Daimons in Vlaanderen are not acting aggressively. In fact reports show that Dreadlord Arcane has actually joined the central Beluaterran kingdom. Whether this is a positive or negative change for Vlaanderen remains unknown. While their military power has skyrocketed int he past few days, sentiment among the kingdom's nobles have been mixed.
Their Chief Justice Lord Valhalla, has said quote
"I am not happy about this Netherworld demon being in Vlaanderen, but there is little I can do to stop that at the moment."
By contrast, the King of Vlaandern, Nymatal I said this
"I have a feeling that he may very well decide to help us fight the other Daimons."
Information is still sketchy and the Daimons true purpose is still unknown. Some, including Fronen's Prime Minister are becoming leery of a possibly Monster-Daimon alliance. The Daimons seem to be contacting only monster allies with secret information. As we know, the Dreadlord Living has joined Sint and spoken with the Sintian and Heenite leaders. Now Arcane is contacting Vlaanderen. All three are monster allies. No undead allies have received this sort of attention. However, the Monster Beastlord Big Fangs has denied allegations of an alliance between the Monsters and Daimons saying things like
"Many comrades back on island now, hope do something get rid of Daimons for good." and "Must destroy Daimons in end. Stop them coming back this world."
Clearly, there is still no consensus on this crucial issue.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| Skeletal Surrender?
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8th September 2007
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The reasons for the undead disappearance are now becoming clear. In a recent Letter, the Undead Lord Summoner describes that all is lost for the undead. Heaping blame upon their human allies, Summoner states that because the five unique items were not given to the undead originally, they could not close the portal. Trying another tactic, the undead decided to fight them with everything they had on Beluaterra, neglecting the Abyss. Unfortunately the Daimons managed to reach the undead's "gate" in Riombara. This is also blamed on humanity (Although it would've been nice for them to have mentioned this earlier...)
Summoner ends his letter by asking humans to slay the undead, because "Daimon control is absolute." So while this may be some sort of trick or ploy, perhaps a feigned retreat to trick the Daimons, or a hidden plan to take over human lands or something. Taken at face value it appears the undead will soon cease to play a major role in the Daimon Conflict. This does not bode well for the many former allies of the Necromancer's Servants.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| Secret Meetings
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5th September 2007
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A little less than two weeks ago, Queen Martana of Heen and the Sintian Pontiff Bocephus met with a stranger in Tahgalez Tower. A former Heenite Duke of that Stronghold has only recently revealed that the two both met with a Daimon called "Living" that day. Apparantly, this Daimon is able to speak common tongue, the language of most humans. He payed both rulers somewhere between 500 and 1000 gold pieces. What was said is not known. Neither the Queen nor the Pontifex are revealing what agreements were made and what information was exchanged that day.
A logical guess might be that the Daimons paid the two realms to not fight them. The gold could be a bribe to keep the western realms at bay. It is only speculation but until one of the three leaders who were at Tahgalez that day releases the information, speculation is all we have.
- EDIT* Queen Martana of Heen has recently denied that gold was exchanged, claiming ex-Duke Kagurati's statements were inaccurate. She only admits that a meeting did take place in Tahgalez.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| Missing Allies and Major Battles
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4th September 2007
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This morning two new developments arose in the Continent wide battle against the Daimonic Netherworld. First, in the south coalition forces consisting of Riombara, Caras Galadhon, Luz de Bia, Irombro, Alluran, Enweil, and the undead fought the Daimon Hordes of Dreadlord Arcane. The estimated strengths of both sides? Coalition forces were about 34000 CS strong compared to the 26000 CS Daimons. Similar to an earlier battle in Fronen, this battle was technically a victory for the Daimons. However, the Dreadlord leading the so-called victors died in the attempt. Because of this, the Daimons left in Ardmore should disappear soon and pose no more threat to the southern states.
New updates: on the Coalition's Undead allies in the South. Apparantly, Vicious was alone for a time in his army camp when all of a sudden screams were heard from his tent. From that point on Vicious could not be found. His troops, some 9000 CS worth of troops have become a rogue army and have begun a brutal takeover of Avengmil.
Equally startling, the undead who were until now allies with many nations on the Continent, now have lowered relaitons and alliance status with all but Melhed, even though no undead nobles let alone one with the ability to make diplomatic changes remains on Beluaterra. In addition to these diplomatic changes, the Necromancer's Servants have also declared war on Plergoth The reasons for these new updates are at this moment, mere speculations.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| New Reports from the North
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4th September 2007
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In contrast to the situation in the south, the Pontifex of Sint, Lord Bocephus paints a bleak picture of his nation's future. He has been quoted as saying
"I have just received news that the Daimons plan on attacking and destroying our capital of Firbalt... Sint will be destroyed if do this but Sint is nothing without Firbalt anyway."
His announcement of a Daimon plan to obliterate the city of Firbalt specifically may sound fanciful, but reports show that a Daimon force of over 90000 CS all lead by one Dreadlord called "Devastating," is in the area. That sort of Horde would be sufficient to eliminate any human nation on the continent. Sint, and the states near it are clearly in for the fight of their lives. We'll continue to keep you updated.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| Slaughter Discovered in Fianik
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1st September 2007
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Yesterday, when the coalition of Western Forces (Heen, Sint, and Plergoth) entered the city of Fianik, and the charred shoals of Binoaramet, a gruesome discovery was made. In the middle of the night, the inhabitants of the two regions began to come out of the buildings of the city. The inhabitants though, oddly lacked skin, and muscle... and vital organs. The citizens of Fianik and Binoaramet it seems were slaughtered by the Daimons and subsequently turned into the walking dead. We asked the Undead leader Summoner what he knows of the situation and whter he has any sway over these undead, but he did not respond to our queries. Whether these undead are the Daimon's newest slaves, or the Necomancer's newest allies is still unknown.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| Revolution in Wudenkin
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16th September 2007
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At dawn, commoners and nobles alike, on both stides of the border were shocked to discover that the grand metropolis of Wudenkin had undergone a Revolution. After having been raided and plundered by Daimonic forces led by Devastating, the people of the city had enough. Not wanting to be conquered by the Daimons, and believing Avalon was incapable of protecting them, the people of Wudenkin turned the the Republic of Fronen for aid, swearing their alliegence to us.
There is interesting irony here. Fronen fought a war against Avalon in the past over this very city. Prime Minister Cedric Mordred's lenient post-war diplomacy allowed them, even after being defeated, to keep the city. Fronen only gained The Vale and The Corian Coast. Now, without even drawing a blade, the city has fallen, nay leaped into Fronen's hands. Obviously, the temptation to the keep the city is strong.
Logic and Honor though tell us we should return the city. After all, Avalon is an ECA member. The people are also mistaken if they think Fronen can protect them against of force over 90,000 CS strong. The deposed Duke of Wudenkin, Lord Xaero Serra has requested we return the city to his command. However, another Fronenian with a compelling case has also requested control of the city. Time will tell.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| Defeat against the Daimons
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15th September 2007
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Tragedy in Ukh. A coalition force of Fronenian, Melhede, and Valentic troops finally caught up to the fleeing Daimon army led by Dreadlord Invisible. Unfortunately, despite having a strength of 21000 to the Daimon's 15000 fate was not with us. This is especially bad news for Fronen as both Prime Minister Grego Nosferatus, and Defense Minister Tiridius the Guardian were wounded in the conflict. Former Defense Minister Trumpet Bauer has taken temporary control of the military until the Defense Minister is well again.
*EDIT* Reports show that although the coalition forces lost th battle in Ukh, Daimon troop strength has been reduced to under 5000 CS. At this level, the threat posed by this specific Daimon army should not be too great.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| Neo-Alliance, Elections, and more Rumors
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14th September 2007
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Today the Republic of Fronen officiated a military alliance with the fledgling kingdom on the lake, Neo Grehk. After some discussion, the Fronenian government decided that an alliance with Neo Grehk would allow our nations to better protect ourselves against the non-human factions who threaten our mutual security. Whether the alliance lasts longer than this continental invasion is still up in the air. After all, Fronen's had an alliance with Old Grehk for much longer.
In other news, Fronen's PM Grego Nosferatus was re-elected with 56% of the popular vote. His nearest candidate is the elder (actually the nation's Eldest) statesman, Adras Tang, who reeled in 21% of the vote. We've got new ballot boxes that were monitored quite well some mistakes in elections shouldn't occur again.
Lastly, rumors circulate that an odd commonor (whom ironically is related by blood to a noble. Don't ask me how!) carries a thing called a Portal Stone, which can open or close portals to other worlds. I'd yet to see the magical rock, but if they exist then perhaps humanity will have a better chance at defeating the Daimons. That will be all for today's news. We'll keep you updated.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| Grego's Election Woes
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8th September 2007
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Recently, Fronen's government has been in a state of internal turmoil. Two days ago, our Prime Minister Grego Nosferatus was captured, then immediately released from a Monster prison. Because of his brief prison time, Grego lost his position as custom dictates. Fronen planned to hold an election the next day, however we soon found the ballot box vault to be empty of all but ashes. It seems that a few old tyrannists still exist in Fronen. All commoners of course, but this anti-government activity has caused serious damage. Now while a majority of nobles probably would vote for Grego, he still can't officially become PM. Nobody can now until new boxes and official ballots are created. For unrelated reasons, Fronen no longer appears on the "Realm list," we still don't know why this is. ((OOC: This is all actually the result of an irritating bug. Hopefully, it'll be fixed soon.))
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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| New Issue, Same Leaders
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1st September 2007
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Since everyone here was impressed with the stylistic changes Nami Shenron brought to this paper, September will have the same look as August's paper. At the top of the month, the state of Fronen is good and strong. The Daimons have left our lands, we are reclaiming the Hills of Xhahgus which declared independence last month. Furthermore, the lords are making an array of changes to their regional governments which should make the homefront more stable. For the elections Grego Nosferatus ran an uncontested bid for re-election as Prime Minister.
Grego received 72.2% of the vote. The rest of the ballots went to undeclared, write-in candidates.
For Grand Justiciar, I Alexius DeSyrr ran for re-election. The Marquis of Jyl, Lord Reyes Kimball also ran for the office. Here the elections were much closer.
I received 45.6% of the vote.
Lord Reyes received 25.3% of the vote.
Therefore, I will continue my duties as Grand Justiciar as I received a plurality of votes. Reyes did make a strong showing however, and it seems that Fronen also views him as a good candidate. We will continue to update you with news conerning Fronen throughout the month.
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| By Alexius DeSyrr
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