State of Esshar

[Mali]

" Sweet lies fester, Edelaide. Though I think I'd love regardless. Love, and beauty. Do you love yourself? Are you beautiful? " - Tiernay, 1738 AC

An Invitation to Those that wish to join:

"There is something that I need the lot of you to understand before coming here. We are not like the other cities that you have entered and stayed with. We do not and will not lie to you about our intentions. We do not and will not play coy little games with your feelings and your emotions- but what we will do, is tell you the truth. With that being said, if you feel as if you've got what it takes to join us- that your mind is of arcanium and your body is as hard as tyrium, then come. If you feel as if you are capable of contributing and making a change in this world- then come. If you are not a coward and if you understand the true meaning of family and friends and union...Come. However, if you feel as if you are incapable of reaching any of these three at any given moment, then I suggest that you not bother. We only accept those that are capable of being normal, sensible human beings. If you lack common sense, do not come. You will be shamed and you will be turned around." - Mars.

• Reports state that the Queen of Osrona has meet with Member of the Lionhearts. It seems that the two have reached some sort of deal. (Will be addressed later.)
  

•  A friendly reminder is given out to those that the Lionhearts(as Mercenaries) will slowly being transitioned out into an actual military. Mercenary work will be kept to a minimum as means of a steady revenue to the city. Further inquiries revolving around future works should be written by letter and delivers to Mars, Basil, Tiernay or Owyn or requested in person. (Good Luck in Future Endeavors, Kings and Queens)
  
•  Quietly Tinkering- With that being said, one would be able to find civilians working together to rehaul the infrastructure of Alabastre, the first targeting, being the old abandoned church that used to house the warriors now being 'repurposed' as a better living space. Rumor also has it that they're preparing for an expedition in regards to 'the stars'.
  

•  King Basil seems to have something to say in regards to the Rhoynish people who are not a part of Ilburg: 
  • Brothers and sisters. My fellow Rhoynish kin. For too long, we've been scattered and lost across the pages of history, no longer able to reconnect with our ancestry and our true purpose, our true spiritual duty before Primordial Njorun. But now, the time has come for a change.
    
    And I call upon those that want the change.Can't you see how Rhoynish were treated on general basis by other nations? Can't you see how often we were discarded as broken and weak? I always striven to improve the condition of our people, always worked to establish the Rhoynish what we were always meant to be in our glorious history, so that we may have a future for ourselves - and now, I open my arms to those that want to join me in this cause. You do not have to limit yourselves to servitude of another. You do not have to limit yourselves in following the false belief of owing something to another. The heritage of our greatness has been lost, but it can be always rebuilt. You will not only discover your history, your heritage, but you will contribute to something far greater - to restoration of your kind, to breaking the shackles that kept us bound.
    
    Join me in Alabastre. Join your people.

• Queen Mars speaks upon Alabastre's current positioning in the war and her current deal with Nebula rei Petrakis:
  • Outside of being paid, we had personal stake in this war- mostly, regarding the actions of the Order's knights and false politicians. What we were aiming for was not total control over the bridge, but mostly- a shared investment on both sides. However, it has become very clear to me that many of Osronan's current political speakers are not gifted with the power that they say they possess. Upon meeting with the Queen, it has been discovered that Ophelia and Serea were incorrect in their positioning, therefor, the two of them have been tentatively banned from entering Alabastre's walls and/or speaking on any matters involving the two cities. Any information that is given or spoken by the two will be null [effective immediately] and disregarded. We take offense to people who speak far outside of their station and as such, impart knowledge upon them: 'Do not attempt do business when you have no business.'
    
    She pauses, moving on to another topic.
    
    As mentioned earlier, Alabastre has claimed their side of the bridge and the lands that are west of it. This currently includes the area where the bridge is located, to the mines that are leading to Myllenoris' territory, and the swamp lands from our positioning. Those who desire to build upon these lands without consulting us will meet opposition...Members of Theria are also welcome to speak with us regarding the mines. We are open to anything that is not outlandish. And as for our current positioning in the war, we are now neutral until further notice. Once more, you will be informed when there has been a change. Until then, further questioning is encouraged to be in person or through letters. Those willing to make offers?- arms are still open. For now.