Redspan Revealer/February Edition 2007

Redspan Revealer
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Written by Tony Malone, Shamus O'Shea, Dielo Filador and Dabug Habap Disclaimer: The Redspan Revealer would like to remind its readers that this paper does not represent the official opinions of the Redspan Government, only that of three old men and a young goatling.	All you Need to Know about Da Great Goat And Redspan!	February 2007 Edition

Current News Monster Attacks Are A Common Sight 28th February 2007 In the last few days there have been an increase in monster attacks in Redspan. Luckily these have been dispatched quite easily by the armies of Redspan. The last group of monsters being dispatched by our expert archers, giving our infantry a great show. Lets hope that the experienced gained from these last few battles will be put to good use in the future. --Article written by Tony New Ruler in Falasan 25th February, 2007 Falasan elected Sir Gucky Zortal as their new King after the previous ruler, Tank Van Eylen was removed from office for unknown reasons. Gucky had served as Falasan's High Marshal for a very long period of time, Arch Priest for a few days, and King once before for only one day. With enemies on multiple fronts, this king will have a difficult time keeping stability in his realm, but we all wish him luck. -- Dielo A New Realm Is Created! 22nd February 2007 Today, Duke Turin has announced that his city will now enter the history books as a new realm. 2 more regions followed his example and declared their allegiance toward this new realm. This is not the first time that the city of Tucha has had a realm created within its walls. Many have done so before. Unfortunately for this new realm, it lies on the path of Ash Sea Islands as they move north to help their embattled ally Minas Ithil. It also adds to Falasans problems with the loss of three regions down south to Tara in the treaty, and the loss of three more regions in the east, including the city and income of Tucha. Things dont look to good for Falasan right now. --Article written by Tony Nice Start to The Week 19th February 2007 Today, an alliance between Tara and RedSpan was announced. The two neighbors, who at this time last year were at war, are now allies together in this unstable world, where things can happen at a moments notice. This alliance now confirms our friendship towards each other. Hopefully this will lead to bigger and better things for both Tara and RedSpan. --Article written by Tony Very Interesting Last Week 19th February 2006 The last week has been a very good one for RedSpan. Our regions are looking in fine shape, our peasants never been happier, now that Da Way has finally been brought to them. At the last count 24600 peasants worship Da One. A new shrine was built in Lurgrod and a new temple was built in Stargard. Unfortunately, our neighbours in ASI the Magna Serpaensism have caused some harassment to our priests. Their followers have attacked our priests who are just teaching about Da Way. The one priest of Magna Serpaensism who did preach in Stargard was quickly escorted out of the city on a stretcher. All in all, it's been a good week. Peace with Talerium, cease-fire with Darka, new followers of Da Way. Ladies and Gents of RedSpan, I salute you for your hard work. Its finally paying off. --Article written by Tony Recovery Underway 10 February 2007 (Sullenport) by Dabug Habap Throughout the streets of this old city, one can hear hammers pounding at all hours of the day and night. The people of Sullenport are working hard to repair the damage caused by the recent battles and looting by their Darkan and Talerians. The efficiency of the mercenaries in both battle and destruction can hardly be doubted and all hands in the city fervently hope that the thousands of gold in damage will satisfy the Darkans as punishment for RedSpan's actions this winter. Word has it that Meldeen's biggest hurdle is a lack of people. As such, the King and Judge are arranging shipments of Sullenport Stout, known for its aphro-something-or-other romantic qualities, to the region. Barrels of Habapian Vineyards wine (especially that interesting Pinot Noir/Grigio blend) already can be found in most town squares in the area. One hopes that romance will smother the area with the approaching Goat-entines Day. More Undead 8 February, 2007 - Dielo Today in Sullenport there were two undead hordes to deal with. 167 Undead with nearly 4500 CS met 220 Redspaniard soldiers on the field of battle for about two hours at dusk. The undead were victorious, wounding two Redspaniards and taking one captive. Fortunately, the hordes were reduced to a mere 1000 CS, which should be eliminated in another battle at dawn with reinforcements from Ambermel. Forces wandering Falasan 6 February 2007 (Byblack) by Dabug Habap RedSpan's favourite bard, Benny Kimura reports that Darkan and Talerium troops seem to be him chasing him through the lands of a RedSpan ally, Falasan. Thus far, they've travelled through Jagla and Chagasu. The chasing nobles include 3 Talerians (Tudor, Dargoth and Gaothaire) and one Darkan (Thrawn). We're now as far in as Chagasu, been with me since Byblack. Could just be coincidence, but it really does seem odd they'd be going this way just to go home... Especially the Talerium guys... I mean, isn't Talerium the other way? When asked for his thoughts on this incursion, Tank Van Eylen, King and High Marshal of Falasan stated: We're really too busy with other things to worry about that right now. I'm sorry. And yes, you can quote me on that ;) Tank King and High Marshal of Falasan One imagines that with the current wars (Eston vs Falasan and Tara vs Falasan) and unstable political situation, that these four nobles are acting without approval of the rulers of their respective realms. Another Undead Uprising 5th February 2007 Today, 3k worth of Undead has risen in the city of Sullenport. This is just one of the latest sightings around the continent. This looks like a new Beluaterra may just begin. Let's hope not. --Article written by Tony Fool gets in the way... 5 February 2007 (Meldeen) by Dabug Habap In a surprise development, RedSpanian troops accidentally engaged Darkan and Talerium columns headed for home. Apparently, Dabug Habap cannot read a map and did not realize that in order to avoid violating Falasan sovereignty, they would not depart Byblack for Jagla, but would return via the route they came. Coincident with these events is a the publishing of an analysis of the war written by Nirandor Jezralhm. Cease Fire With Darka Anounced! 4th February 2007 Today a cease-fire with Darka has been announced. This will last approximately 6 months starting today. One with Talerium will more than likely follow. This now brings in a period of calm after 2 weeks of looting. --Article written by Tony Barony looted RedSpan because... 4 February 2007 (Stargard) by Dabug Habap Sordnaz, Dictator of Barony of Makar, Duke of Sale, revealed to the Northland Tribune the reason for the Barony looting RedSpan: RedSpan, well they... eh.. have gold and .. they happened to bew here our horde was. The Fact that Darka decided to make them pay for the attack they suffered months ago and that the whole Talerian army was there also has something to do with it. Why climb the walls of Stargard when you can have two huge armies tear them down for you. The Mighty goat of RedSpan is not lasughing anymore. Odd that the Barony would drop its alliance with RedSpan and then come down and loot their former ally. One wonders if Federation member, Eston, is prepared for when the Barony decides to raid them again. King of ASI comments 4 February 2007 (Stargard) by Dabug Habap When asked for his thoughts on the recent Darkan/Talerium wander through the Ash Sea Islands province of Rogeshore, the King stated: I am ashamed that my lands have been used as nothing more than a place to escape battle and a thoroughfare to wreak ever greater destruction on the people of RedSpan. There is little honour to be found in looting and pillaging innocent people. Malice King of Ash Sea Islands It is indeed a tragedy. The people of Rogeshore are lucky to have a King who loves them so. New Newspapers Everywhere! 3rd February 2007 There are lots of new newspapers being brought into existence. There are also a lot of revivals as well. BoM, Talerium and Falasan have recently started their productions, whilst Tara, ASI and Abington have blown the dust off the print machines and oiled the cogs to work with the current demand of fresh news. Hopefully more will follow in their footsteps. --Special Notice-- Also in the running for best new newspaper award is the new Redspan newspaper, As Told By Benny. His paper is a honest and un-diplomatically biased paper. One that runs on beer alone. Go Benny, we're behind you every step of Da Way. --Article written by Tony Tara-Falasan War Erupts 1 February 2007 (Meldeen) by Dabug Habap While wandering the vineyards of the family estate in Meldeen, I read with interest the Tara Times stories on their new war with Falasan. It appears that Taran troops occupied territories in the western end of Falasan as they negotiated with the Catherine, Queen of Falasan, over a peaceful turnover of these provinces, which Tara sees as its rightful lands. When Catherine was ousted from office and replaced by Tank, the government of Falasan lost interest in giving away these provinces, apparently more in line with the thoughts of its nobles. Though Falasan was already engaged in a war with Eston, they seem willing to defend their territory and Tara's tyrant, Jonathan, felt forced to declare war. It is, as yet, unclear whether the Cagilan Empire will be involved in offensive operations against Falasan and whether the Darkan troops coming through the Empire are intended for such a role with its Taran ally or not. Of course, the Darkan troops that just marched through Ash Sea Islands could easily turn northeast and participate in that campaign. There is a confusing web of alliances, wars and ancient enmities at work. As the ancient curse goes, May you live in interesting times. Official Thievery Spreads 1 February 2007 (Stargard) by Dabug Habap As noted in last month's issue, Darkan Arch Priestess Lady Lavigna is lining her own pockets with gold stolen from nobles fighting in RedSpan's defensive war against extortion by Darka. Now, their hand-maiden, Talerium is doing the same. At least Darka can claim that they are "merely collecting a debt", while Talerium hasn't even such a feeble excuse for this breach of protocol. One must assume that taxes in Talerium cannot satisfy their Judge's personal needs.

Comments for this month Tony's Comments The hard work is paying off. Keep it up! Shamus's Comments None Yet Dielo's Comments Interesting month, no? Anyway, I personally hope we can finish fixing up after the Darkans got their sacred retribution, and move on to finding people to thump. Dabug's Comments I really have to learn to watch my tongue. When I saw the sister of Arch Priestess Lavigna in Stargard, I assumed it meant that all our plans were being revealed to the sell-swords. I have been assured by the Carelian King that Yavanna would never reveal anything to her sister and she herself asserts that she would see her sister dead before she spoke a kind word of her. Of course, Yavanna had to hit me over the head to convince me (I'm thick-headed, so she had to hit me twice.)