State of Esshar

[Seraphite]

1854 A.C.

The citadel of Asphodel has remained quiet, with little to no activity outside of their own borders. However, a new change has found itself seizing the land from the inside out; the Crimson Monarch's crown rests upon a new head, and her weapon is grasped by a different hand...

 ◦ Immediately upon return from an expedition to the Shadowlands with the Docro family, during which Ambrose Roche lost his life, Volikhar's Coffin erupted into chaos and bloodshed. The attempt at regicide found itself successful; Araceli Falkenrath was slain amidst the violence, with her corpse cremated by Tartarus Task shortly before his departure from the court of Asphodel. Additionally, the owner of Volikhar's Coffin, Vilyra, has been apprehended and arrested for attempting to halt such an event.

◦ Upon the death of the former Queen Falkenrath, Avelin Alricht has become the new Queen of Asphodel. Those in alliances and ceasefires arranged by Araceli are encouraged to contact her when possible, as to ensure as smooth a transition as possible. In addition, rumors spread that she wishes to arrange such a meeting with the Fireblooded at a later date.

◦ The Crimson Court's ranks are as follows:
Princess of Asphodel
Annete Alricht

Viscounts of Asphodel
Adrian Ivanovich
Sebastian and Kassarus Falkenrath
Auberon Invidia
The Original Four (Marjorie, Thane, Naren, Alois Loire)

◦ Asphodel continues to hold its defensive position in the east of Esshar, with no signs of offensive movement from its borders. 

◦ A short statement has been released on the topic of the former Queen's death, alongside the current one's coronation.

"Such a thing as a kingdom is delicate, and Araceli always acted without consulting the rest of us.

These are the consequences of such a thing."

Queen Avelin Alricht

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Relations

Achyon: Allied
Moxtli: Neutral
Shadowmire: Neutral
Fireblooded: Hostile
Osrona: Nonexistent