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 Our friends across the sea 31 December 1011

With the end of the year it is great to end on a happy note. Yesterday the Obsidian Islander’s signed a document at the bequest of both King Shady and King Jor restoring our old alliance with the islanders. As readers of this paper may well know we haven’t always been the best of friends of late. Although we never crossed swords on the battlefield, under King Flaylen we were on the wrong side of the war, a mistake that Westmoor has had plenty of time to brood over. The Krimml incident was the thorn of that time a fact Fontan happily reminds us of again and again ignoring their own multitude of wrong doings. That’s not to say two wrongs make a right – but I digress.

As our first mission of the alliance the Westmoorian column has been ordered to mobilize and head north to help assist the islanders with the pacification and restoration of the coastal regions, mainly in this case (we presume) Gadlock. At the same time we also lowered relations with the theoretical realm of the Sultanate of Asena to peace, may the gods look after those refugees.

This year brought about the destruction of two realms Ibladesh and the Sultanate. This is not final but if Ibladesh survives it will be a shadow of its former self before the war. Ibladesh has gone from being the most powerful nation on the continent to one of the weakest, all in the space of a few months. This year also brought about the creation of three new realms, Nivemus, Eponllyn and Armonia.

What comes in the new year? One can only theorise. If I were to guess I’d say we’re in for maybe a few months of peace yet. The friendships and fears that have been brought out from this last conflict have created quite tight nit relationships between all realms of the continent and it’s hard to see anyone breaking that soon. It’s hard to see war breaking out in the south again. The only point of tension remains between Fontan and Westmoor. Fontan has still not agreed or disagreed our peace proposal. We hope most earnestly that they do for there is no reason any more for these two realms to make war.

Whatever the new year brings, From Westmoor, we wish everyone a happy new year!

 Church of Humanity reaches Beluaterra 29 December 1011

According to his highness King Jor the Church of Humanity today built its first church in the city of Vozzessdor on the demon ravaged continent of Beluaterra.

Beluaterra the mysterious continent across the see is a continent plagued by demon lords and forces of darkness that would desire nothing more than the destruction of mankind. Let us hope that the church of humanity can shed some light into those ravaged lands - although it will be some time yet before we get a message back.

In other news the Primeminister of Sirion wrote to King Jor advising us to ban the rogue Lucian for his crimes yesterday. He assures us that the actions of the said individual were not at the bequest of Sirion's government and that Lucian will be punished severely for what he has done.

 Duke Maedros attacked by Sirion assassin 28 December 1011

Duke Maedros Iltaran was today attacked by the Sirion infiltrator Lucian Invictus in what was a bloodthirsty and unprovoked attack on the former king. Moments after he had escaped the Duke of Westmoor was found in a critical situation and a silent alarm went round the city.

The assassin made his way into the family estate of Gregor Relak. It was here that the guards already on alert spotted the fiend, caught and wrestled him to the floor. The infiltrator was suspected to be working for an anonymous organisation and now resides in the realm dungeons. George Talratheon called for a price to be set on Lucian's head reflecting the bounty already 'collected' for the crime.

End of the Sultanate

The region of Pucallpa the last bastion of the Sultanate finally rebelled today bringing an end to the three and a half year rule of the Kazakhi Sultans (which is a long time considering the length of time the continent has existed for). The number of nobles left on the run (who have not already joined other realms or left the continent) is thought to be between five and seven. Many of the refugees have passed through Westmoor on their way to Ibladesh and its two offshoots Armonia and Eponllyn.

Vanya Bluelake the Defterder of the Sultanate was spotted in the streets of Westmoor some weeks ago but has not been seen sinse. The reign of the sultans began on 7 May 1008 with Korkut Kalkandelen and seemingly finishes (at least on the map) today.

 Armonia created out of Itorunt 10 December 1011

Another realm was crafted yesterday out of the falling realm of Ibladesh. In all honesty we can’t tell you much more than you probably know already. Armonia was ceded by Duke Dread Fantom of Ibladesh with the Ponitfex’s permission. It covers a healthy number of regions consisting of Priotness, Aeng, Ejarr Puutl and Noritor. At five regions and twenty two nobles Armonia looks currently to be in a stronger position than its neighbour Eponllyn (3 regions, 9 nobles).

It’s unclear how these new realms will function in the future of EC. One theory is that they might function as trading realms focusing on trading food to other parts of the continent. On the concept of war the only targets would have to be each other and based on the nature of the ceding, war between Eponllyn and Armonia seems as unlikely at present as it would years from now. This isn’t to say that the two realms can’t assist other realms in Mercenary work?

More on this story as it emerges.

Icius Rae Stabbed

News just in from an anonymous tip off reveals a diplomatic issue between Sirion and the new realm of Nivemus. The point of tension relates to two nobles who joined Nivemus fairly recently; Icius Rae (Former Judge of Fontan) and Cesera Azul (Former Marshal of Fontan and recent Sirion noble). Icius Rae is apparently remembered by some in Sirion as “The Butcher” for his use of torture and execution against Sirion nobles while he was the Judge of Fontan.

Recently infiltrator Celine von Genf (of Sirion) snuck into the tent of Icius Rae and severely wounded him in what has been described as an attempt on his life. The Sirion council has demanded Nivemus to expel the two nobles while arguments apparently broke out over whether or not Celine von Genf should be punished for acting without consent. So far the removal of the two nobles has been refused. Celine still holds a ban in Westmoor from attacks against us during our part of the northern war.

 Royal Guard of Westmoor Founded! 7 December 1011

The Royal Guard was founded today by no less than the king himself in conjunction with the Lord General. It’s a new army with a new leader but apparently it will consist of only the bravest and most battle hardened warriors of Westmoor. Its symbol is a bright yellow cross on a white background to distinguish it from the Westmoorian Collumn.

The RG is a welcome addition to Westmoor’s military force and should be able to pull off complicated manoeuvres too dangerous or unnecessary to be taken by the main army. It will be a reliable army consisting of high combat strength and versatile movement. Below is a list of the first members to be conscripted:

Count Edward Anthony,as Marshal of the Guard.
Sir Harding
Sir George
Count Armstrong
Dame Cassandra
,as Vice Marshal


Eponllyn created in Semall

The Realm of Eponllyn was created today out of the duchy of Semall. The realm currently consists of the two ceded regions of Zamor and Jariedma. King Dobrimir of Caligus also echoed to all rulers of the East continent Perdan’s message from yesterday, that they would not be allowing the Church of Ibladesh to continue in either Ibladesh or any new realms in the south.

The new realm is led by the newly appointed first queen Siana Deytheur formerly (and presently) duchess of Semall.

 Interview with Perdan's new king: ][osferatu Reapers 6 December 1011

Much alike our interview with his highness king Talius back at the end of October getting a journalist into Perdan’s capitol on coronation day proved exceedingly difficult. Partora was extremely busy with government officials working overtime to both organise the front and the necessary paperwork for their new head of state.

Nevertheless, when our group finally convinced the guards that we were not spies from Ibladesh and got inside the building, Perdan’s new king in a brief meeting assured us he’d send New Westmoor some answers to our nagging questions and here they are today!

1: Ibladesh is apparently going to form a new realm out of the duchy of Semall. Will you recognise this new realm’s sovereignty or will you see it as part of Ibladesh?

As long as they don't follow the Church of Ibladesh and are friendly towards us they have nothing to fear from Perdan. The south needs new realms.

2: Does Ibladesh itself have a future?

That depends on them and what sacrifices they are willing to make in order to survive. They have harmed Perdan to a great extent this time - especially the Duchy of Aix and this won't go unpunished. Time is running out for them though and is only working against them as I will not hold back my armies until they make up their minds. If their death comes before their senses then so be it.

3: King Nightmare is well we trust and departed the throne on good terms?

He is in excelent condition. He just wanted to take life easier, away from politics. All of us in Perdan respect his choice as we respect everything he has done for our realm. He stepped down on the best of terms and notified us in time so that there will not be a gap in the realm's leadership during the election period. He remains a close friend and a trusty advisor.

4: What, if anything, will you be doing differently from your predecessor?

As I said, Nightmare is a dear friend of mine throughout the years. Our opinions and view on EC's politics do not differ much so don't expect any big changes in diplomacy. Maybe a harsher stance towards Ibladesh - the word "peace" cannot be mentioned before they pay for what they did. Other than that, relations with the other realms remain as they are and in some cases they may even improve.

5: Caligus and Perdan have enjoyed a good healthy alliance throughout this war. Have there been any discussions regarding territories (i.e. do you see it as being straightforward who gets what regions when this all comes to an end?)

There's nothing official yet, some talks have started and this is only my 2nd day as King. The discussions are going well though. Perdan is not interested in expanding and taking regions that were never ours. We will reclaim our lost lands - and there aren't so many of them left - and that will be all. We'll see with King Dobromir what will become with the rest.

6: Do you have any preferred candidates for your former position (judge)?

Sir Mikial who has also served as Perdan's General in the past is the only candidate and he also has my full support.

 Government reshuffle 3 December 1011

Over the last few days a couple of positions in Westmoor’s government have changed. There is firstly the slight change to the Lord Justice that you may or not have remembered noticing in regional news back during the king’s coronation. This being roughly: should the supreme justice be removed from his position (for whatever reason the gods provide) his successor will be chosen by a vote amongst the nobility of the land; waving the king’s long standing right to choose the head of the courts himself.

More important than this is the recent change in both the Count of Poitiers and the Dukeship of our capitol city Westmoor. This all began sometime round last week when both then Count of Poitiers, Benedictus Tanos and Duke Gregor Relak went missing. We didn’t report it at the time as we’d had no idea what had happened (or in fact that it had happened at all).

What seems to have transpired was that Benedictus was attacked by angry Flow worshippers during a sermon in Eldoret and wounded. Then Duke Gregor was wounded in similarly mysterious circumstances by an unknown assassin suspected to be from the dying realm of Asena (currently down to the final region of Pucallpa) in Westmoor city.

During the duke’s absence King Jor replaced Duke Gregor with the former king Maedros Iltaran who now holds control over the city. Benedictus upon recovering from his wounds decided to step down from his position over Poitiers to allow his elder brother (King Jor) to pass the position down to Thomas Foxglove the current Lord General.

































Regional News
31 December 1011

Noble has left Fausta Discordia Farron (Noble) was seen in Perdan, boarding a ship to Beluaterra.

Region Revolts The people of Nascot have revolted and declared independence from Caligus!

Region Takeover Armonía has taken control of Enubec , a former rogue region. Armonía now controls 7 regions.

Battle in Kazakh (rogue) vs. Obsidian Islands, Westmoor Estimated strengths: 50 men vs. 120 men

Defender Victory!

30 December 1011

Diplomatic News The realms of Westmoor and Obsidian Islands have joined into an alliance.

Diplomatic News Your King has lowered diplomatic relations to Sultanate of Asena to Peace.

28 December 1011

Sabotage! Gregor Relak's guards, in Westmoor, have captured Lucian Invictus, an infiltrator working for Sirion while he was sneaking around the camp of Sir Gregor Relak (Duke) conspicuously, with a poisoned dagger under his cloak.

Royal temporarily absent An assassination attempt on Sir Maedros Iltaran, Duke of Westmoor has left him seriously wounded.

Region Revolts The people of Enubec have revolted and declared independence from Armonía!

Region Revolts The people of Pucallpa have revolted and declared independence from Sultanate of Asena!

27 December 1011

Region Revolts The people of Kazan have revolted and declared independence from Nivemus!

Region Takeover Perdan has taken control of Castle Ubent , a former rogue region. Perdan now controls 15 regions.

18 December 1011

Monsters! Monsters have been seen in the region of Morshes. The local population is requesting help and fears that the monsters will eat their food and destroy their houses.

Allegiance Change Barzelli Sarracenia, Duke of Xavax has changed the allegiance of the duchy of Xavax to the realm of Armonía. All the regions within the duchy of Xavax are now a part of Armonía

17 December 1011

Noble joins realm
Fausta Discordia Farron (Noble) has traveled to your capital and left everything behind, pledging her service to your realm. She is now an unaligned noble in Westmoor.

Region Takeover
Armonía has taken control of Enubec , a former rogue region. Armonía now controls 6 regions.

16 December 1011

Monsters! Monsters have been seen in the region of Braga. The local population is requesting help and fears that the monsters will eat their food and destroy their houses.

12 December 1011

Diplomatic News The realms of Eponllyn and Westmoor have signed a peace treaty.

11 December 1011

Region Takeover Nivemus has taken control of Juazeiro , a former rogue region. Nivemus now controls 4 regions.

10 December 1011

New Recruitment Center
A new Infantry center has been constructed in Dulbin.

Battle in Oligarch (rogue) vs. Westmoor Estimated strengths: 40 men vs. 600 men

Defender Victory!

Diplomatic News
The realms of Armonía and Westmoor have signed a peace treaty.

9 December 1011

Secession Rumours You hear about some rumours that a city has seceded from the rule of Ibladesh.

Battle in Gadlock Westmoor vs. (rogue) Estimated strengths: 20 men vs. 10 men

Attacker Victory!

8 December 1011

New Recruitment Center
A new Infantry center has been constructed in Dulbin.

7 December 1011

Secession Rumours You hear about some rumours that a city has seceded from the rule of Ibladesh.

A New Ambassador Sir Jor Tanos, King of Westmoor, Ambassador of Westmoor has promoted Rhakanvar Schumacher, Ambassador of Westmoor to ambassador of the realm.

Region Revolts The people of Juazeiro have revolted and declared independence from Nivemus!

6 December 1011

Family Investment Hergoervik Draekarne, Count of Hagley has initiated an investment of 200 gold in the region of Hagley. Production soars to 198 %.

Realm Name Changed Sir Jor Tanos, King of Westmoor, Ambassador of Westmoor has changed your realm's full name to "Kingdom of Westmoor".

Region Revolts The people of Enubec have revolted and declared independence from Ibladesh!

5 December 1011

Ruler Elected The realm of Perdan has elected ][osferatu Reapers as its King. He received 56% of the valid votes cast.

Ruler Re-elected The realm of Fontan has reconfirmed Aulus Severus of the Scipii as its Chancellor. He received 37% of the valid votes cast.

Ruler Re-elected The realm of Sirion has reconfirmed Ilias Thunthorn as its Prime Minister. He received 35% of the valid votes cast.

4 December 1011

Apologies for the mistakes in yesterday’s paper. Sir Benedictus Tanos was apparently wounded by Ibladeshi cultists (not flow cultists as we’d originally said). Also the right of the King to appoint the realm’s judge dates back to after the coup against Queen Micna and is therefore not as ancient as we’d described.

3 December 1011

New Knight A new knight has emerged from the ranks of the Westmoor nobles. Chaki RiverWind is starting his career today. He originates from Troyes. He comes from a new noble family.

2 December 1011

Temple Constructed You hear reports of a new temple of Church of Humanity that has been erected in Westmoor.

New local lord appointed Sir Maedros Iltaran, Duke of Westmoor has appointed Thomas as the new Count of Poitiers.

Local lord stepped down Benedictus has stepped down from his command position in Poitiers. He has given the following reason: As my kinsman is now King of this realm, I am abdicating my seat as Count of Poitiers. Know this hurts me, more than most will know. It is my home, it is the home of my King, it is the home of my ancestors. Long live the King! Long live Westmoor!

Region Revolts The people of Betholm have revolted and declared independence from Ibladesh!

Noble Absent Sir Benedictus Tanos, Count of Poitiers has been absent from his position(s) for a long time. If he does not return soon, his title(s) will be assigned to someone else.

Battle in Bruck (rogue) vs. Westmoor Estimated strengths: 10 men vs. 190 men The Westmoorian Column (Westmoor), sponsored by Gregor Relak (Duke), were led into battle by Marshal Ravier Nebehn.

Defender Victory!

1 December 1011

Battle in Bruck (rogue) vs. Westmoor Estimated strengths: 10 men vs. 20 men

Defender Victory!

New local lord appointed Your ruler, Jor, has appointed Maedros as the new Duke of Westmoor.

Region Revolts The people of Pedrera have revolted and declared independence from Sultanate of Asena!

Region Revolts The people of Al Aquabah have revolted and declared independence from Perdan!

Duke paused Gregor Relak, Duke of Westmoor has been absent from his position(s) for too long a time. His title(s) have been recognized as unoccupied and are available for someone else now (to be appointed or elected, as appropriate). Westmoor is now without a lord.