State of Meranthe

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2040 AC

First, a message from the Queen.

I, Queen Irene Godwin the Second, have news for those of Aen.

Firstly, I'd like to thank all of our expeditionary force for the services they've continued to perform in Lyonesse. The objectives are the same as ever: to found a prosperous kingdom that harbors the values of Aen and to form long lasting alliances and purge this country of its ills. Lyonesse should continue to thrive and expand its territories and influence within the domains of Meranthe. In particular, we welcome ventures to uncover mines of eternite, rare as they may be.

Secondly, by direct order of Her Majesty, there are three promotions to administer. Valerie von Marsh, for her dutiful performance thus far, will be elevated to the rank of Vice Admiral, a role reserved for experienced advisors. She is to take a role guiding rather than direct leadership.

And to fill the void left, both Isolde and Galahad of House Avincus are to be elevated to the rank of Captain. Together, they should decide on three new Lieutenants.

That is all.
For the homeland, and for Aen.

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♆ A council for Aen, Aphros, Delphina, and Vdalion to share has been called for by Galahad Avincus, a place for all to have equal voice and diplomatic unity. The Tower of Aetius is to be its official meet location, and a second meeting is said to be had in the coming months.

♆ Captain Valerie von Marsh has been promoted to the rank of Vice Admiral for her efforts in helping the Meranthian Expeditionary Force establish a foothold in the new lands. Her duties now lie elsewhere, though

♆ The isles of Lyonesse and Gran Tiena, as well as any other isles to be acquired in the future by Aen, are now under the purview of freshly promoted Captains Isolde Westcott and Galahad Avincus.

♆ Their first act is to open the borders of Lyonesse for all of Meranthe's people to visit without need for prior permission. That said, those visiting the isle are subject to the laws of greater Aen—occultism is illegal under Her Majesty's laws, and those who wield it still cannot enter Aenite lands.

♆ Their second act, as dictated by the Queen herself, is to promote three additional Lieutenants to delegate duties to. The two have chosen esteemed navigator Owain, valiant man-at-arms Royce, and prestigious artificer Isaac Coswell to be promoted to Lieutenant.

♆ While the recent attempt to conquer Abendrot was a failure, the resolve of those helming Aen's isles has faltered none. They're transparent about their intention to strike again and see the rot which has tainted the peninsula expunged.

♆ Lastly, a formal promise has been made that they seek to claim absolutely no lands of Meranthe beyond the many isles which reside offshore and the to-be-claimed town of Abendrot, with the latter to serve as a neutral port town for ease of international communications and to ensure the neutrality of the Tower of Aetius. The tower northeast of Abendrot will be dismantled in the event of the city's conquering. Until then, much like the intended port, it is public access for all people of any nations which has been invited to the council—regardless of occultism. It is declared to be property of the council at large, rather than Aen.



Vdalion - Neutral
Aphros - Friendly
Delphina - Friendly
Abendrot - War