York Journal/Issue 12
 The York Journal
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| Cost: 1 silver | March 08 | Editor(s): Relkin Sypher |
| The News |
| War opinions of Minas Ithil Nobility | By Jearom Gaidin | March 12th '08 |
Editor's Note: Jearom Gaidin joins the York journal staff this month and is conducting interviews with various nobles of Minas Ithil.
Interview with Sir Caius:
1) How do you feel about this war, personal opinions on the course of the war etc...?
I feel as though this war is going quite well, especially with our recent victories in Barad Riel and Elost. And with these victories we've shown the Vikings that we can fight, and fight we shall.
2) What motivates you in your implacable drive towards the defeat of the Northern Barbarians?
What drives me on in this war? My family used to reside in Mansbridge on a small estate. We hated living in Norland, but due to financial constraints we were unable to leave Norland. After Minas Ithil took over Mansbridge, we enjoyed more income and I started my career. When Mansbridge was taken by Norland, they murdered my father, mother, and 13 year old sister. I swore vengeance, and with every viking that gets killed I am one step closer to my family is revenged.
3) Should we try to negotiate with Norland for a ceasefire? If not should the war end when only when Ithilian banners fly over all Norland lands?
I would prefer that the war only cease when Minas Ithil banners fly over all of Norland's lands, but if a peace were to be signed, it should only be done when we have Norland in a strangle hold and if Mansbridge is back under our control.
Interview with Marshal Malcor:
1) How do you feel about this war, personal opinions on the course of the war etc...?
I came into this war after we had already been beaten down by Norland and the Barony. The people were terrified and the land was in ruins. Fortunately, the noble's spirits were still strong, and eventually we were able to beat them back. We had a lot of mistakes, as did Norland, and the war grew longer. Personally, I'm fairly pleased with how the war is going at the moment. We've been doing very well in the field, and our nobles have led their troops bravely. To top it off, Norland has made several errors that have hit them fairly hard.
2) What motivates you in your implacable drive towards the defeat of the Northern Barbarians?
I fight for the good of the people of Minas Ithil; we must protect our lands and our people. I've seen far too many homes, manors and villages alike, up in flames, torched by the enemy. I do not hate the vikings, they have been a difficult, but mostly honorable foe. However, I cannot withstand any more death and destruction. I have pledged my life to ending this war, and so I shall have it!
3) Should we try to negotiate with Norland for a ceasefire? If not should the war end when only when Ithilian banners fly over all Norland lands?
I am fine with a cease-fire, though not without a treaty soon after. My primary goal is that the war is ended and our people safe. I will see to it in battle, if I must, or if a truce can be made, I will welcome that instead.
| Western Campaign continues | By Relkin Sypher | March 11th '08 |
Another week, another victory. Norland has attacked Elost while Minas Ithil continues a takeover in Barad Riel. With almost 800 troops facing nearly 1,200 defenders Norland was outnumbered from the beginning. The palisade in Elost had been newly repaired so Norland met fierce resistance from the start and ended with nearly 700 dead and wounded. Minas Ithil dead and wounded was an estimated mid three hundred. Congratulations on victory to all the defenders.
The takeover of Barad Riel meanwhile continues uninterrupted. The York Journal is hopeful that the process will be completed in the next few days. The takeover is being personally overseen by the King.
| Now Hiring | By Relkin Sypher | March 9th '08 |
In order to keep up with events here in Minas Ithil as well as across Atamara, the York Journal is inviting interested nobles to apply for positions as reporters. The Journal is interested in both one-time contributors and ongoing writers. Those interested should contact Relkin Sypher, Viscount of Winham.
| War spreads thoughout Atamara | By Relkin Sypher | March 5th '08 |
Cagilan Empire has declared war on Falasan. Federated partners Ash Sea Islands and Protectorate of Magnus find themselves under attack from an alliance of Carelia, Darka, Tara, Suville, and Caergoth. Eston has also declared war on Ash Sea Islands and Protectorate of Magnus but has not attacked to the Journal's knowledge. Already the city of Aja has fallen to Taran occupation.
With war this widespread there will be many tales of valor and villainy. Sir Moses, Hero of Ash Sea Islands, Royal Treasurer of Ash Sea Islands, Duke of Wor'ight died in battle at Wynford. He died a heroic death, defending his comrades in the face of overwhelming numbers.
| Regions gained and lost | By Relkin Sypher | March 5th '08 |
Amriel has joined Minas Ithil. The takeover was mostly peaceful with many of the peasantry proclaiming their desire to join Minas Ithil. Meanwhile, the region of Melmoor has rebelled from our control. The heavy looting by primarily the Barony of Makar as well as being cut off from the rest of the realm contributed to the rebellion.
Field Marshall Francis has thus replaced the loss of Mansbridge and Melmoor with Amriel and Elost. The two new regions have the added advantage of being close to Shanandoah.
