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 The war ends. Obsidian islands brace themselves. 17 July 1013

Not a huge number of details to report today. Queen Siana of Eponllyn has surrendered to Perdan for some terms not known to this newspaper thus closing the war in the south while negotiations are finalized. In the north with Oligarch conquered fully and Fane gone from the map it is expected that Sirion will begin to move on the remaining participant pf the northern war the Obsidian islanders who have remained very quiet to Westmoor since the death of King Shady. We will see what happens next.

 The war begins an end 14 July 1013

Today a large number of things have happened which have brought about the beginning of the end of the war in the south. With the election of Albion Pendragon a few days ago to the throne of Caligus (ironically elected while in Perdanese Jails), the political atmosphere in Caligus has radically changed bringing about a request on behalf of the people of Caligus to end the war between them and Perdan. Albion's letter will be shown on our letters page.

Queen Autrey Bendix today also stepped down from the throne giving the reason: I can no longer serve adequately as Queen of Armonia. The people of my realm deserve a better ruler to lead them. This brought about a request by High Commander Immanuel Cuvelier of Armonia for a cease of arms and for Perdan and Armonia to enter into peace negotiations. This leaves whatever is left of Eponllyn still in the war. Obviously it will be interesting to see what happens to Fallangard.

In Sirion after the departure of Zakilevo the new face (or old) of Ecthelion Tezokian (formerly known as Circle) has ascended to the position of Prime minister. Ecthelion is one of the oldest nobles in Sirion. He has already been in contact with King Thomas about improving relations between Westmoor and Sirion. It is expected that the war against Perdan will be ending very soon.

 Zakilevo steps down 10 July 1013

News from Sirion reveals that Zakilevo Lapallanch has stepped down from the Prime Minister position of Sirion within twelve hours of the war declaration. The reason given was the following: To take the full responsibility for my action and to give the republic a chance to select a new ruler.

It is not clear what the reasons were but many are assuming that there is a connection between the recent declaration of war and Zakilevo's resignation from the post. We will let you know any more information that we receive.

 Sirion declares war on Perdan! 9 July 1013

As can be seen from regional news Sirion declared war on Perdan yesterday. No official reason for the war has been given. Sirion enters somewhat in poor taste to make this a four on one war. However it remains to be seen if Sirion is able to make any difference in the south facing extraordinarily long distance marching orders. Caligus once again had been defeated after a failed march to push one of the Perdan armies out of Mashhad. Sirion will be fighting in unfamiliar terrain with hugely long refit times as compared to Perdan's short distance to Partora. From the outset this doesn't seem a war they can easily win for the south especially after the recent ceding of Isadril into Fallangard.

 What the Fallangard? 8 July 1013

News just in so breaking that it demands another full update in the same day. The duchy if Isadril has ceded out of Caligus lands to form the new realm of Fallangard. Hot on the case I wrote to Fallangard's King: Edvard Perfect II to ask him what the Fallangard was up.

Report from Edvard Perfect II

Good Mathros,

I appreciate your interest in one of the once Legendary realms of the East Continent. My brother and I in a past life once played part as soldiers before the destruction of Fallangard from its destruction, Eleran the Count, my brother, went on to a successfull life in Yssaria for many years until his abrupt end in battle at the hands of Caligus.

Back in Fallangard, we were a very poor realm where Mixed Infantry was all we could muster. Led by Panther I, we warded off Ibladesh, Caligus, Perdan and Ubent. It was the largest battle in the history of the continent. After a period of time, there was so much war in and around Isadril that the gods intervened and created the realm of Yssaria out of the ashes left by the deep south.

I must admit, my memory is not the best, but those were the days of realm glory in battle as this continent was still so very new in its politics, before hardened families came to be and normal battlelines drawn. We look to coexist peacefully as the original duchy of Isadril.

My thanks once again for your inquiry.

Respectfully,

Edvard Perfect II King of Fallangard

Not only this but news also in reveals that King Dobromir Menethil after sustained wounds from battles in Abadan has died from blood poisoning. Originally the king had seemed to be making a recovery but on the news of the succession his illness took a turn for the worst and he slipped away. On the news of his death his brother Aiden hanged himself bringing the monolithic long rule of the Menethil family over Caligus to an end. This will undoubtedly bring a swift power struggle inside Caligus to bring a new king to the crown who will have to decide on the future of the war with Perdan and what the Fallangard to do with Fallangard.

Fallangard!

 Peace with Sirion and Nivemus 8 July 1013

Today Westmoor signed a peace with Sirion and Nivemus ending the hostility in the north. For it's defeat in the war Westmoor loses the regions of Dulbin and Greatbridge as well as the ceded city of Oligarch currently part of Fane. There is still some debate over the wording of the treaty that is ongoing but these are the basic details that are unlikely to change. There has been little news from Fane in the recent days but reports from last week showed starvation in the city. Sirion Infiltrators have been targeting Armstrong who has received multiple wounds.

War in the south

Meanwhile in the south the war continues to go well for Perdan. Pretty obvious from the map is that Eponllyn has been decimated rurally although it's cities remain intact. Most likely Eponllyn has been buying in food from it's allies in the southern realms but it remains to be seen if Armonia Eponllyn and Caligus can keep all of their joint cities from starvation especially as more regions are on the verge of collpase. Caligus large and bulky on the map looks to be invincible in most peoples eyes but has actually been taking some high damage to it's internal regions. As well as the oblivious loss of outer regions such as Nascot, Tota and Mines of Isadril and Igno inner core regions such as Abadan, Supra and Leibo have also taken very heavy damage from Perdanese lootings. If either Abadan or Supra goes rogue then Isadril city will be isolated from the rest of Caligus. The difference between these latest region damages and last week is that these are regions only a short march from Caligus' capitol city Domus. This is no longer a frolicking on the border and unless Caligus can put together an army that can defend it's inner regions then it will be in serious trouble. There has been little recent news as to what Armonia is doing.

 War and politics across the East continent 1 July 1013

Lots has happened since New Westmoor was last in print. Since March the war took a turn for the worse for Westmoor due to politics in the south. After the Al Arab incident the duke of Al Arab then ceded the duchy to Caligus who promised to return it rightfully to the kingdom of Eponllyn. Caligus blaming Perdan for this act decided to launch a surprise attack on Perdanese lands which Perdan preempted and launched a counterattack defeating the Caligus army bringing a situation of war between Caligus and Perdan. This took Perdan and Armonia out of the north. Armonia wishing to expand into Eponllyn lands due to the longstanding rivalry between Queen Siana and Queen Autrey proposed a plot to king Atanamir of Perdan to war Eponllyn. This was refused as Perdan had no wish to create a second “Ibladesh” out of Eponllyn's ashes.

This chaos in the south left Westmoor to fight Sirion and Nivemus. Worse still the Obsidian Islands suffered a terrible plague (suspected brought across the sea from Dwilight Merchants) which wiped out half of the ruling elite of the realm. Thus it has been for the last two months that Westmoor has been soundly defeated by the realm of Sirion and brought into a state of surrender. Also a few months back King Jor Tanos was severely wounded by a Sirion infiltrator and has been replaced on the crown by King Thomas Foxglove. After a similar wounding Antonius Turner was replaced by Gregor Relak as Lord Justice. The General position vacated by King Thomas was taken by Lord General Cross ThunderStrike. Recently in the last week the acting Treasurer who has served Westmoor for many years Maliki Nautilus decided to retire from the position and has been replaced with this paper's editor Mathros Hagakure. Thus the entire council of Westmoor has been replaced in only a few months.

To add to the extraordinary events on the second of last month longstanding faithful member of the realm Armstrong Ironsides has ceded the city of Oligarch to create the new realm of Fane. This realm has stood now for almost an entire month but is now slowly falling to the might of Sirion which stormed the city in a massive battle involving Sirion and defending former Westmoor militia mostly inherited from Corwin's regime over the city. Armstrong's message relating to his actions have been published on our letter's page and were not supported by the government of Westmoor.

Meanwhile the war in the south has fared considerably well for Perdan considering it was being attacked by three realms. Perdan recently stormed Akesh Temple and successfully rouged a huge number of regions in Eponllyn. Caligus and Armonian troops recently won a victory in Leibo which comes after a long string of defeats at the hand of the Perdanese armies. More on the war in the south in coming issues.

New Westmoor moves to Morshes

Since the long closed New Westmoor printing house was garrisoned by Sirion soldiers for the door to door fighting inside Fane a new printing house has been opened in Morshes. Although it is a disappointment to lose the very prestigious location in Oligarch the building and printing costs inside Morshes are considerably cheaper especially when the editor controls the treasury, court and tax office of Morshes.



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Editor

Mathros


Regional News
17 July 1013

New Ruler Elected message to Everyone on East Continent The realm of Armonía has elected Susanne von Lucker as its new Queen.

14 July 1013

New Ruler Elected message to Everyone on East Continent The realm of Sirion has elected Ecthelion Tezokian as its new Prime Minister.

Diplomatic News Caligus and Perdan have ended their hostilities and agreed to a cease fire.

12 July 1013

Takeover message to Everyone on East Continent Sirion has taken control of Oligarch. The region used to belong to Fane.

8 July 1013

A new war is breaking out Sirion has declared war on Perdan.

Secession message to Everyone on East Continent The duchy of Isadril has seceded from Caligus and formed a new realm called Fallangard.

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

Diplomatic News Nivemus and Westmoor have ended their hostilities and agreed to a cease fire.

Diplomatic News Westmoor and Sirion have ended their hostilities and agreed to a cease fire.

7 July 1013

Prisoner escaped Jonathan has vanished from his cell in Westmoor! The guards are being questioned and witnesses searched, but it is likely that he has already left the city.

2 July 1013

Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Abadan: Battle in Abadan Caligus vs. Perdan Estimated strengths: 830 men vs. 1060 men The Perdan's Royal Lions (Perdan), sponsored by Nicoli Rasthaven, Banker of Perdan, Duke of Perdan, Margrave of Perdan, were led into battle by Marshal Damayan Laegan. Sir Atanamir of Umbar, King of Perdan, Royal of Perdan is spotted wearing the Valiant Vest of Perdan. Sir Atanamir of Umbar, King of Perdan, Royal of Perdan is spotted wielding the Daemonic Staff of Parrying.

Defender Victory!

1 July 1013

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.

Huge Battle Fought Rumours spread and tales are sung about a huge battle in Leibo: (rogue), Perdan vs. Armonía, Caligus Estimated strengths: 880 men vs. 940 men The Perdan's Murderous Wrath (Perdan), sponsored by ][osferatu Reapers, Royal of Perdan, Duke of Partora, Margrave of Partora, were led into battle by Marshal Saul Claireborne. The Perdan's Royal Lions (Perdan), sponsored by Nicoli Rasthaven, Banker of Perdan, Duke of Perdan, Margrave of Perdan, were led into battle by Marshal Damayan Laegan. The Caligus' Golden Talons (Caligus), sponsored by Dobromir Menethil, King of Caligus, Royal of Caligus, Marshal of Caligus' Golden Talons, were led into battle by Marshal Dobromir Menethil. The Armonian Combat Elite (Armonía), sponsored by Lady Autrey Bendix, Queen of Armonía, Royal of Armonía, Duchess of Itorunt, Margravine of Itorunt, Marshal of Armonian Combat Elite, were led into battle by Marshal Autrey Bendix. Sir Furious II Bendix, Knight of Xavax was captured by Joreb deLacy's unit.

Defender Victory!