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Twiggy at 22:34, 6 April 2026

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	As the archmage has no doubt [[To_hold_death%27s_hand_in_mine#Rainfall\|already seen]], ''Coomarta of the Rains'' has taken direct action in [[Therunin]] against the [[Druj]] and protected both [[Therunin#Peakedge_Stead\|Peakedge Stead]] - its healers, patients, and defenders - and his [[Hand_of_the_Healers#Houses_of_Healing\|Houses of Healing]]. The protection cannot last, however, and maintaining it against the spite of the Druj will require a significant sacrifice from the eternal himself. If he is to do this, he must be certain that the Empire is moving in the correct direction to justify this commitment. If the Empire can satisfy his request, he will do whatever it takes to ensure that Peakedge Stead and the Houses remain protected as long as they are under threat - not only by the Druj but also by the [[vallorn]]. If the Empire is sincere in its desire to destroy the ''folly of Terunael'' then Peakedge Stead will be threatened by old Tharunind, even if the current threat is neutralised. Ossegrahn believes that the ancient hospital, coupled with his own houses of healing, will provide a powerful sanctuary for those who fight the vallorn in Therunin and perhaps even Sarangrave.		As the archmage has no doubt [[To_hold_death%27s_hand_in_mine#Rainfall\|already seen]], ''Coomarta of the Rains'' has taken direct action in [[Therunin]] against the [[Druj]] and protected both [[Therunin#Peakedge_Stead\|Peakedge Stead]] - its healers, patients, and defenders - and his [[Hand_of_the_Healers#Houses_of_Healing\|Houses of Healing]]. The protection cannot last, however, and maintaining it against the spite of the Druj will require a significant sacrifice from the eternal himself. If he is to do this, he must be certain that the Empire is moving in the correct direction to justify this commitment. If the Empire can satisfy his request, he will do whatever it takes to ensure that Peakedge Stead and the Houses remain protected as long as they are under threat - not only by the Druj but also by the [[vallorn]]. If the Empire is sincere in its desire to destroy the ''folly of Terunael'' then Peakedge Stead will be threatened by old Tharunind, even if the current threat is neutralised. Ossegrahn believes that the ancient hospital, coupled with his own houses of healing, will provide a powerful sanctuary for those who fight the vallorn in Therunin and perhaps even Sarangrave.

	But before he is prepared to commit to this, he wants the Empire to make a commitment of their own. He asks that the Imperial Conclave remove [[Rivers Run Red]] and [[Mountain Remembers Its Youth]] from Imperial Lore. ''~~Bogfearthen~~'' knows this is not a power the Conclave has - but it is one that could be given to them by the [[Senate]]. The so-called power of [[Interdiction#Remorse\|Remorse]], the ability to permanently remove a ritual from the body of Imperial Lore. It will be a challenge for the Senate to both provide this power and for the Conclave to use it, but ''Willowbraid'' believes that if they are truly committed they can achieve it.		But before he is prepared to commit to this, he wants the Empire to make a commitment of their own. He asks that the Imperial Conclave remove [[Rivers Run Red]] and [[Mountain Remembers Its Youth]] from Imperial Lore. ''Bogfearthan'' knows this is not a power the Conclave has - but it is one that could be given to them by the [[Senate]]. The so-called power of [[Interdiction#Remorse\|Remorse]], the ability to permanently remove a ritual from the body of Imperial Lore. It will be a challenge for the Senate to both provide this power and for the Conclave to use it, but ''Willowbraid'' believes that if they are truly committed they can achieve it.

	In addition to continuing to protect Peakedge Stead and the Houses of Healing, when the current protection fades from [[Thornsinger#Thornsong_House\|Thornsong House]], ''Beckburn'' will be happy to discuss enfolding it in his ring of protection also, although that will require a further expenditure of his power it will be much less than what is needed to establish the permanent ring of protection. Finally, if the Archmage wishes, Ossegrahn is prepared to discuss a way for Imperial magicians to gain access to his children that create these walls of impenetrable thorns and water, with an eye toward codifying it and adding it to Imperial Lore to protect other threatened places. Backed by Ossegrahn's power the protection offered would rival a [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|Wooden Fastness]], although it would be restricted to defending a single region rather than warding a whole territory. The Archmage says that the Empire is in more danger than it has been before, and so Ossegrahn can offer at least a little assistance if they choose to accept it.		In addition to continuing to protect Peakedge Stead and the Houses of Healing, when the current protection fades from [[Thornsinger#Thornsong_House\|Thornsong House]], ''Beckburn'' will be happy to discuss enfolding it in his ring of protection also, although that will require a further expenditure of his power it will be much less than what is needed to establish the permanent ring of protection. Finally, if the Archmage wishes, Ossegrahn is prepared to discuss a way for Imperial magicians to gain access to his children that create these walls of impenetrable thorns and water, with an eye toward codifying it and adding it to Imperial Lore to protect other threatened places. Backed by Ossegrahn's power the protection offered would rival a [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|Wooden Fastness]], although it would be restricted to defending a single region rather than warding a whole territory. The Archmage says that the Empire is in more danger than it has been before, and so Ossegrahn can offer at least a little assistance if they choose to accept it.

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Conclave" to "[[Conclave"

2026-01-15T16:48:53Z

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	==Plenipotentiary in Public==		==Plenipotentiary in Public==
	* '''The opportunity to allow archmages to make their plenipotentiary messages public remains available'''		* '''The opportunity to allow archmages to make their plenipotentiary messages public remains available'''
	Last season the [[Prefect of the Conclave\|prefects of the Conclave]] presented a potential additional power to be used with plenipotentiary - the ability to make the wording of the missive public knowledge. The [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]] has not chosen to embrace this power, but given it is simply a procedural change the opportunity to do so remains available to the magicians of the Empire for the foreseeable future - unless something significantly changes. The change is discussed in detail in the '''[[Secret_meeting#Have_a_Little_Faith\|Secret meeting]]''' wind of fortune.		Last season the [[Prefect of the Conclave\|prefects of the Conclave]] presented a potential additional power to be used with plenipotentiary - the ability to make the wording of the missive public knowledge. The [[Conclave]] has not chosen to embrace this power, but given it is simply a procedural change the opportunity to do so remains available to the magicians of the Empire for the foreseeable future - unless something significantly changes. The change is discussed in detail in the '''[[Secret_meeting#Have_a_Little_Faith\|Secret meeting]]''' wind of fortune.
	==Timetable==		==Timetable==
	These meetings are taking place in a number of places; in chambers reached via the Hall of Worlds. The times, and the eternals involved, are summarised here.		These meetings are taking place in a number of places; in chambers reached via the Hall of Worlds. The times, and the eternals involved, are summarised here.

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Senate" to "[[Senate"

2026-01-15T14:47:55Z

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	As the archmage has no doubt [[To_hold_death%27s_hand_in_mine#Rainfall\|already seen]], ''Coomarta of the Rains'' has taken direct action in [[Therunin]] against the [[Druj]] and protected both [[Therunin#Peakedge_Stead\|Peakedge Stead]] - its healers, patients, and defenders - and his [[Hand_of_the_Healers#Houses_of_Healing\|Houses of Healing]]. The protection cannot last, however, and maintaining it against the spite of the Druj will require a significant sacrifice from the eternal himself. If he is to do this, he must be certain that the Empire is moving in the correct direction to justify this commitment. If the Empire can satisfy his request, he will do whatever it takes to ensure that Peakedge Stead and the Houses remain protected as long as they are under threat - not only by the Druj but also by the [[vallorn]]. If the Empire is sincere in its desire to destroy the ''folly of Terunael'' then Peakedge Stead will be threatened by old Tharunind, even if the current threat is neutralised. Ossegrahn believes that the ancient hospital, coupled with his own houses of healing, will provide a powerful sanctuary for those who fight the vallorn in Therunin and perhaps even Sarangrave.		As the archmage has no doubt [[To_hold_death%27s_hand_in_mine#Rainfall\|already seen]], ''Coomarta of the Rains'' has taken direct action in [[Therunin]] against the [[Druj]] and protected both [[Therunin#Peakedge_Stead\|Peakedge Stead]] - its healers, patients, and defenders - and his [[Hand_of_the_Healers#Houses_of_Healing\|Houses of Healing]]. The protection cannot last, however, and maintaining it against the spite of the Druj will require a significant sacrifice from the eternal himself. If he is to do this, he must be certain that the Empire is moving in the correct direction to justify this commitment. If the Empire can satisfy his request, he will do whatever it takes to ensure that Peakedge Stead and the Houses remain protected as long as they are under threat - not only by the Druj but also by the [[vallorn]]. If the Empire is sincere in its desire to destroy the ''folly of Terunael'' then Peakedge Stead will be threatened by old Tharunind, even if the current threat is neutralised. Ossegrahn believes that the ancient hospital, coupled with his own houses of healing, will provide a powerful sanctuary for those who fight the vallorn in Therunin and perhaps even Sarangrave.

	But before he is prepared to commit to this, he wants the Empire to make a commitment of their own. He asks that the Imperial Conclave remove [[Rivers Run Red]] and [[Mountain Remembers Its Youth]] from Imperial Lore. ''Bogfearthen'' knows this is not a power the Conclave has - but it is one that could be given to them by the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]]. The so-called power of [[Interdiction#Remorse\|Remorse]], the ability to permanently remove a ritual from the body of Imperial Lore. It will be a challenge for the Senate to both provide this power and for the Conclave to use it, but ''Willowbraid'' believes that if they are truly committed they can achieve it.		But before he is prepared to commit to this, he wants the Empire to make a commitment of their own. He asks that the Imperial Conclave remove [[Rivers Run Red]] and [[Mountain Remembers Its Youth]] from Imperial Lore. ''Bogfearthen'' knows this is not a power the Conclave has - but it is one that could be given to them by the [[Senate]]. The so-called power of [[Interdiction#Remorse\|Remorse]], the ability to permanently remove a ritual from the body of Imperial Lore. It will be a challenge for the Senate to both provide this power and for the Conclave to use it, but ''Willowbraid'' believes that if they are truly committed they can achieve it.

	In addition to continuing to protect Peakedge Stead and the Houses of Healing, when the current protection fades from [[Thornsinger#Thornsong_House\|Thornsong House]], ''Beckburn'' will be happy to discuss enfolding it in his ring of protection also, although that will require a further expenditure of his power it will be much less than what is needed to establish the permanent ring of protection. Finally, if the Archmage wishes, Ossegrahn is prepared to discuss a way for Imperial magicians to gain access to his children that create these walls of impenetrable thorns and water, with an eye toward codifying it and adding it to Imperial Lore to protect other threatened places. Backed by Ossegrahn's power the protection offered would rival a [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|Wooden Fastness]], although it would be restricted to defending a single region rather than warding a whole territory. The Archmage says that the Empire is in more danger than it has been before, and so Ossegrahn can offer at least a little assistance if they choose to accept it.		In addition to continuing to protect Peakedge Stead and the Houses of Healing, when the current protection fades from [[Thornsinger#Thornsong_House\|Thornsong House]], ''Beckburn'' will be happy to discuss enfolding it in his ring of protection also, although that will require a further expenditure of his power it will be much less than what is needed to establish the permanent ring of protection. Finally, if the Archmage wishes, Ossegrahn is prepared to discuss a way for Imperial magicians to gain access to his children that create these walls of impenetrable thorns and water, with an eye toward codifying it and adding it to Imperial Lore to protect other threatened places. Backed by Ossegrahn's power the protection offered would rival a [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|Wooden Fastness]], although it would be restricted to defending a single region rather than warding a whole territory. The Archmage says that the Empire is in more danger than it has been before, and so Ossegrahn can offer at least a little assistance if they choose to accept it.

Twiggy at 14:44, 31 October 2025

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	Extracting the melodies from the chimes is a delicate procedure, but it can be achieved through casting Distillation of Diverse Parts with Ylenwe’s oversight. Until 23:00 on the Saturday of the spring equinox, casting the ritual on a chime whilst using the Imperial regio will result in the extraction of the melody.		Extracting the melodies from the chimes is a delicate procedure, but it can be achieved through casting Distillation of Diverse Parts with Ylenwe’s oversight. Until 23:00 on the Saturday of the spring equinox, casting the ritual on a chime whilst using the Imperial regio will result in the extraction of the melody.

	On the Saturday of the spring equinox, Ylenwe will align the Imperial regio to zirself from 23:00-23:~~30TIMING TBC~~, making it possible to harmonise a tree from the white wood within this time period. For this to succeed, the tree must be placed within the Imperial regio. Up to six musicians must then step inside the regio, crush a chime of the relevant mode and spend two minutes performing the associated melody. This process should be repeated in sequence through each mode of the music of the spheres, from Ionian to Locrian.		On the Saturday of the spring equinox, Ylenwe will align the Imperial regio to zirself from 23:00-23:30, making it possible to harmonise a tree from the white wood within this time period. For this to succeed, the tree must be placed within the Imperial regio. Up to six musicians must then step inside the regio, crush a chime of the relevant mode and spend two minutes performing the associated melody. This process should be repeated in sequence through each mode of the music of the spheres, from Ionian to Locrian.
	<div style="float:right; width: 500px; clear: left;"><box>'''Accessibility info:'''<br>When casting Distillation of Diverse Parts on a chime, a sheet music transcription of the melody will be provided. It will also be possible to opt out of the transcription for any players who would prefer to use memorisation or transcribe it themselves.		<div style="float:right; width: 500px; clear: left;"><box>'''Accessibility info:'''<br>When casting Distillation of Diverse Parts on a chime, a sheet music transcription of the melody will be provided. It will also be possible to opt out of the transcription for any players who would prefer to use memorisation or transcribe it themselves.
	For further accessibility information, please email plot@profounddecisions.co.uk before the event or find a ref during the event.</box></div>		For further accessibility information, please email plot@profounddecisions.co.uk before the event or find a ref during the event.</box></div>

Twiggy at 21:59, 12 July 2025

2025-07-12T21:59:56Z

Hailmur at 00:25, 22 June 2025

2025-06-22T00:25:16Z

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	* '''They present proposals in the [[Louder than words]] wind of fortune'''		* '''They present proposals in the [[Louder than words]] wind of fortune'''
	* '''The current Archmage of Autumn is Edmundo of Damakan's forge'''		* '''The current Archmage of Autumn is Edmundo of Damakan's forge'''
	The trade envoy who emerges from the Imperial regio shortly after the Winter Solstice is swathed in silken veils. This is not the first time they (or someone very like them) has visited [[Anvil]] on behalf of the [[Ephisis\|City of Gold and Lead]]. In answer to the plenipotentiary of the Autumn Archmage, the City chooses to take direct action. Specifically, a number of assessors, brokers, and long-term planners have been dispatched from the City, not only to the Empire but also into [[Otkodov]]. The City has good relations with the [[Thule]] in general, and has agreed to draw on their relationship to see what can be done about the request of the redoubtable Edmundo. The herald offers a personal plaudit to '''Vossk of Zenith Ascendant''', thanking ~~them~~ for ~~their~~ commendably concise and informative missive that leaves little doubt as to what the Archmage desires.		The trade envoy who emerges from the Imperial regio shortly after the Winter Solstice is swathed in silken veils. This is not the first time they (or someone very like them) has visited [[Anvil]] on behalf of the [[Ephisis\|City of Gold and Lead]]. In answer to the plenipotentiary of the Autumn Archmage, the City chooses to take direct action. Specifically, a number of assessors, brokers, and long-term planners have been dispatched from the City, not only to the Empire but also into [[Otkodov]]. The City has good relations with the [[Thule]] in general, and has agreed to draw on their relationship to see what can be done about the request of the redoubtable Edmundo. The herald offers a personal plaudit to '''Vossk of Zenith Ascendant''', thanking her for writing such a commendably concise and informative missive that leaves little doubt as to what the Archmage desires.

	Obviously, the City of Gold and Lead cannot deliver its findings immediately - they will need time to talk to mortals in both the north and the south - but they offer assurances that the agents of the ''Invisible Hand'' will return shortly before the Spring Equinox to share their findings with their Imperial customers. The herald notes that there will be no additional charge for this service at this time; the City is well pleased with the Empire's commitment to trade and commerce at all levels from the remarkable response to the markets taking greater control of the [[Ephisis' Scale]] ritual all the way down to the constant flow of money and goods that swirls through Anvil during a summit.		Obviously, the City of Gold and Lead cannot deliver its findings immediately - they will need time to talk to mortals in both the north and the south - but they offer assurances that the agents of the ''Invisible Hand'' will return shortly before the Spring Equinox to share their findings with their Imperial customers. The herald notes that there will be no additional charge for this service at this time; the City is well pleased with the Empire's commitment to trade and commerce at all levels from the remarkable response to the markets taking greater control of the [[Ephisis' Scale]] ritual all the way down to the constant flow of money and goods that swirls through Anvil during a summit.

Novemberalice at 11:39, 9 June 2025

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
			{{audio\|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJWLdaHZWEg}}
	* '''Six eternals have responded to plenipotentiary messages from the Imperial archmages'''		* '''Six eternals have responded to plenipotentiary messages from the Imperial archmages'''
	* '''4 of them have agreed to some sort of meeting at the Spring Equinox, while 2 have taken other steps'''		* '''4 of them have agreed to some sort of meeting at the Spring Equinox, while 2 have taken other steps'''

Rafferty: /* Zie of the Morning */

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Zie of the Morning

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	On a day of gentle Spring showers, a quiet herald with mottled silver and indigo scales arrives at the Hub. they carry a lyre of beautiful blue wood, and quietly ask for a stool to sit on. While they pluck harmonious notes from the strings of their instrument they deliver a message from ''[[Ylenwe\|the Dove]]'', the ''Mistress of Music''. Zie has heard the words of the [[Archmage of Day]] but must decline formal parley at this time. That is not to say zie cannot offer aid in the matters requested - far from it - only that zie does so from arm's reach. The herald-musician plays quietly on their lyre as they provide further details, allowing the civil servants plenty of time to make notes.		On a day of gentle Spring showers, a quiet herald with mottled silver and indigo scales arrives at the Hub. they carry a lyre of beautiful blue wood, and quietly ask for a stool to sit on. While they pluck harmonious notes from the strings of their instrument they deliver a message from ''[[Ylenwe\|the Dove]]'', the ''Mistress of Music''. Zie has heard the words of the [[Archmage of Day]] but must decline formal parley at this time. That is not to say zie cannot offer aid in the matters requested - far from it - only that zie does so from arm's reach. The herald-musician plays quietly on their lyre as they provide further details, allowing the civil servants plenty of time to make notes.

	The goal of bringing fresh water to [[Mareave]] is laudable, although Ylenwe hopes that the Empire has considered that they are disrupting the natural order in pursuit of a transformation that might, ultimately, prove costly to maintain. Bringing water into an environment where it does not naturally flow can be challenging indeed, and may of course bring unexpected consequences. The recent inundation of [[the Brass Coast]] is perhaps a case in point. Yet zie judges that the proposals put forward are likely gentler and more harmonious than those which unleashed the unconstrained fury of the Scorrero. The damning of the Doubt is a fascinating project; even as zir messenger comes to Anvil zie has dispatched [[Inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] to [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Solen's Doubt]] to see what could be done about the dangers there. This matter is addressed in more detail in the [[~~TBC~~]] wind of fortune.		The goal of bringing fresh water to [[Mareave]] is laudable, although Ylenwe hopes that the Empire has considered that they are disrupting the natural order in pursuit of a transformation that might, ultimately, prove costly to maintain. Bringing water into an environment where it does not naturally flow can be challenging indeed, and may of course bring unexpected consequences. The recent inundation of [[the Brass Coast]] is perhaps a case in point. Yet zie judges that the proposals put forward are likely gentler and more harmonious than those which unleashed the unconstrained fury of the Scorrero. The damning of the Doubt is a fascinating project; even as zir messenger comes to Anvil zie has dispatched [[Inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] to [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Solen's Doubt]] to see what could be done about the dangers there. This matter is addressed in more detail in the '''[[Damming the Doubt]]''' wind of fortune.

	There is nothing Ylenwe has to say about the churning chaos of Sydanjaa - zie does not believe zie has anything to add about that mournful place and the sad traditions associated with it. The other matter that is worthy of discussion, however, is that of the warped white wood in [[Skarsind]], and zie believes that there are real possibilities for zir help. As the Archmage has provided music, so ''Zie of the Morning'' will provide notes of zir own.		There is nothing Ylenwe has to say about the churning chaos of Sydanjaa - zie does not believe zie has anything to add about that mournful place and the sad traditions associated with it. The other matter that is worthy of discussion, however, is that of the warped white wood in [[Skarsind]], and zie believes that there are real possibilities for zir help. As the Archmage has provided music, so ''Zie of the Morning'' will provide notes of zir own.

Wafer-Thin-Reasoning: /* Zie of the Morning */ Un-Capitalization & correcting a comma

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	The goal of bringing fresh water to [[Mareave]] is laudable, although Ylenwe hopes that the Empire has considered that they are disrupting the natural order in pursuit of a transformation that might, ultimately, prove costly to maintain. Bringing water into an environment where it does not naturally flow can be challenging indeed, and may of course bring unexpected consequences. The recent inundation of [[the Brass Coast]] is perhaps a case in point. Yet zie judges that the proposals put forward are likely gentler and more harmonious than those which unleashed the unconstrained fury of the Scorrero. The damning of the Doubt is a fascinating project; even as zir messenger comes to Anvil zie has dispatched [[Inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] to [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Solen's Doubt]] to see what could be done about the dangers there. This matter is addressed in more detail in the [[TBC]] wind of fortune.		The goal of bringing fresh water to [[Mareave]] is laudable, although Ylenwe hopes that the Empire has considered that they are disrupting the natural order in pursuit of a transformation that might, ultimately, prove costly to maintain. Bringing water into an environment where it does not naturally flow can be challenging indeed, and may of course bring unexpected consequences. The recent inundation of [[the Brass Coast]] is perhaps a case in point. Yet zie judges that the proposals put forward are likely gentler and more harmonious than those which unleashed the unconstrained fury of the Scorrero. The damning of the Doubt is a fascinating project; even as zir messenger comes to Anvil zie has dispatched [[Inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] to [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Solen's Doubt]] to see what could be done about the dangers there. This matter is addressed in more detail in the [[TBC]] wind of fortune.

	There is nothing Ylenwe has to say about the churning chaos of Sydanjaa - zie does not believe zie has anything to add about that mournful place and the sad traditions associated with it. The other matter that is worthy of discussion~~. However~~, is that of the warped white wood in [[Skarsind]], and zie believes that there are real possibilities for zir help. As the Archmage has provided music, so ''Zie of the Morning'' will provide notes of zir own.		There is nothing Ylenwe has to say about the churning chaos of Sydanjaa - zie does not believe zie has anything to add about that mournful place and the sad traditions associated with it. The other matter that is worthy of discussion, however, is that of the warped white wood in [[Skarsind]], and zie believes that there are real possibilities for zir help. As the Archmage has provided music, so ''Zie of the Morning'' will provide notes of zir own.
	====Song of the White Wood====		====Song of the White Wood====
	* '''Ylenwe presents an opportunity to use the Music of the Spheres to cleanse the white wood of Skarsind'''		* '''Ylenwe presents an opportunity to use the Music of the Spheres to cleanse the white wood of Skarsind'''

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	The goal of bringing fresh water to [[Mareave]] is laudable, although Ylenwe hopes that the Empire has considered that they are disrupting the natural order in pursuit of a transformation that might, ultimately, prove costly to maintain. Bringing water into an environment where it does not naturally flow can be challenging indeed, and may of course bring unexpected consequences. The recent inundation of [[the Brass Coast]] is perhaps a case in point. Yet zie judges that the proposals put forward are likely gentler and more harmonious than those which unleashed the unconstrained fury of the Scorrero. The damning of the Doubt is a fascinating project; even as zir messenger comes to Anvil zie has dispatched [[Inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] to [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Solen's Doubt]] to see what could be done about the dangers there. This matter is addressed in more detail in the [[TBC]] wind of fortune.		The goal of bringing fresh water to [[Mareave]] is laudable, although Ylenwe hopes that the Empire has considered that they are disrupting the natural order in pursuit of a transformation that might, ultimately, prove costly to maintain. Bringing water into an environment where it does not naturally flow can be challenging indeed, and may of course bring unexpected consequences. The recent inundation of [[the Brass Coast]] is perhaps a case in point. Yet zie judges that the proposals put forward are likely gentler and more harmonious than those which unleashed the unconstrained fury of the Scorrero. The damning of the Doubt is a fascinating project; even as zir messenger comes to Anvil zie has dispatched [[Inhabitants of the realms#heralds\|heralds]] to [[Spiral#Apstrus\|Solen's Doubt]] to see what could be done about the dangers there. This matter is addressed in more detail in the [[TBC]] wind of fortune.

	There is nothing Ylenwe has to say about the churning chaos of Sydanjaa - zie does not believe zie has anything to add about that mournful place and the sad traditions associated with it. The other matter that is worthy of discussion. ~~however~~, is that of the warped white wood in [[Skarsind]], and zie believes that there are real possibilities for zir help. As the Archmage has provided music, so ''Zie of the Morning'' will provide notes of zir own.		There is nothing Ylenwe has to say about the churning chaos of Sydanjaa - zie does not believe zie has anything to add about that mournful place and the sad traditions associated with it. The other matter that is worthy of discussion. However, is that of the warped white wood in [[Skarsind]], and zie believes that there are real possibilities for zir help. As the Archmage has provided music, so ''Zie of the Morning'' will provide notes of zir own.
	====Song of the White Wood====		====Song of the White Wood====
	* '''Ylenwe presents an opportunity to use the Music of the Spheres to cleanse the white wood of Skarsind'''		* '''Ylenwe presents an opportunity to use the Music of the Spheres to cleanse the white wood of Skarsind'''

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	As the archmage has no doubt [[To_hold_death%27s_hand_in_mine#Rainfall\|already seen]], ''Coomarta of the Rains'' has taken direct action in [[Therunin]] against the [[Druj]] and protected both [[Therunin#Peakedge_Stead\|Peakedge Stead]] - its healers, patients, and defenders - and his [[Hand_of_the_Healers#Houses_of_Healing\|Houses of Healing]]. The protection cannot last, however, and maintaining it against the spite of the Druj will require a significant sacrifice from the eternal himself. If he is to do this, he must be certain that the Empire is moving in the correct direction to justify this commitment. If the Empire can satisfy his request, he will do whatever it takes to ensure that Peakedge Stead and the Houses remain protected as long as they are under threat - not only by the Druj but also by the [[vallorn]]. If the Empire is sincere in its desire to destroy the ''folly of Terunael'' then Peakedge Stead will be threatened by old Tharunind, even if the current threat is neutralised. Ossegrahn believes that the ancient hospital, coupled with his own houses of healing, will provide a powerful sanctuary for those who fight the vallorn in Therunin and perhaps even Sarangrave.		As the archmage has no doubt [[To_hold_death%27s_hand_in_mine#Rainfall\|already seen]], ''Coomarta of the Rains'' has taken direct action in [[Therunin]] against the [[Druj]] and protected both [[Therunin#Peakedge_Stead\|Peakedge Stead]] - its healers, patients, and defenders - and his [[Hand_of_the_Healers#Houses_of_Healing\|Houses of Healing]]. The protection cannot last, however, and maintaining it against the spite of the Druj will require a significant sacrifice from the eternal himself. If he is to do this, he must be certain that the Empire is moving in the correct direction to justify this commitment. If the Empire can satisfy his request, he will do whatever it takes to ensure that Peakedge Stead and the Houses remain protected as long as they are under threat - not only by the Druj but also by the [[vallorn]]. If the Empire is sincere in its desire to destroy the ''folly of Terunael'' then Peakedge Stead will be threatened by old Tharunind, even if the current threat is neutralised. Ossegrahn believes that the ancient hospital, coupled with his own houses of healing, will provide a powerful sanctuary for those who fight the vallorn in Therunin and perhaps even Sarangrave.

	But before he is prepared to commit to this, he wants the Empire to make a commitment of their own. He asks that the Imperial Conclave remove [[Rivers Run Red]] and [[Mountain Remembers Its Youth]] from Imperial Lore. ''~~Bogfearthen~~'' knows this is not a power the Conclave has - but it is one that could be given to them by the [[Senate]]. The so-called power of [[Interdiction#Remorse\|Remorse]], the ability to permanently remove a ritual from the body of Imperial Lore. It will be a challenge for the Senate to both provide this power and for the Conclave to use it, but ''Willowbraid'' believes that if they are truly committed they can achieve it.		But before he is prepared to commit to this, he wants the Empire to make a commitment of their own. He asks that the Imperial Conclave remove [[Rivers Run Red]] and [[Mountain Remembers Its Youth]] from Imperial Lore. ''Bogfearthan'' knows this is not a power the Conclave has - but it is one that could be given to them by the [[Senate]]. The so-called power of [[Interdiction#Remorse\|Remorse]], the ability to permanently remove a ritual from the body of Imperial Lore. It will be a challenge for the Senate to both provide this power and for the Conclave to use it, but ''Willowbraid'' believes that if they are truly committed they can achieve it.

	In addition to continuing to protect Peakedge Stead and the Houses of Healing, when the current protection fades from [[Thornsinger#Thornsong_House\|Thornsong House]], ''Beckburn'' will be happy to discuss enfolding it in his ring of protection also, although that will require a further expenditure of his power it will be much less than what is needed to establish the permanent ring of protection. Finally, if the Archmage wishes, Ossegrahn is prepared to discuss a way for Imperial magicians to gain access to his children that create these walls of impenetrable thorns and water, with an eye toward codifying it and adding it to Imperial Lore to protect other threatened places. Backed by Ossegrahn's power the protection offered would rival a [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|Wooden Fastness]], although it would be restricted to defending a single region rather than warding a whole territory. The Archmage says that the Empire is in more danger than it has been before, and so Ossegrahn can offer at least a little assistance if they choose to accept it.		In addition to continuing to protect Peakedge Stead and the Houses of Healing, when the current protection fades from [[Thornsinger#Thornsong_House\|Thornsong House]], ''Beckburn'' will be happy to discuss enfolding it in his ring of protection also, although that will require a further expenditure of his power it will be much less than what is needed to establish the permanent ring of protection. Finally, if the Archmage wishes, Ossegrahn is prepared to discuss a way for Imperial magicians to gain access to his children that create these walls of impenetrable thorns and water, with an eye toward codifying it and adding it to Imperial Lore to protect other threatened places. Backed by Ossegrahn's power the protection offered would rival a [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|Wooden Fastness]], although it would be restricted to defending a single region rather than warding a whole territory. The Archmage says that the Empire is in more danger than it has been before, and so Ossegrahn can offer at least a little assistance if they choose to accept it.

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	As the archmage has no doubt [[To_hold_death%27s_hand_in_mine#Rainfall\|already seen]], ''Coomarta of the Rains'' has taken direct action in [[Therunin]] against the [[Druj]] and protected both [[Therunin#Peakedge_Stead\|Peakedge Stead]] - its healers, patients, and defenders - and his [[Hand_of_the_Healers#Houses_of_Healing\|Houses of Healing]]. The protection cannot last, however, and maintaining it against the spite of the Druj will require a significant sacrifice from the eternal himself. If he is to do this, he must be certain that the Empire is moving in the correct direction to justify this commitment. If the Empire can satisfy his request, he will do whatever it takes to ensure that Peakedge Stead and the Houses remain protected as long as they are under threat - not only by the Druj but also by the [[vallorn]]. If the Empire is sincere in its desire to destroy the ''folly of Terunael'' then Peakedge Stead will be threatened by old Tharunind, even if the current threat is neutralised. Ossegrahn believes that the ancient hospital, coupled with his own houses of healing, will provide a powerful sanctuary for those who fight the vallorn in Therunin and perhaps even Sarangrave.		As the archmage has no doubt [[To_hold_death%27s_hand_in_mine#Rainfall\|already seen]], ''Coomarta of the Rains'' has taken direct action in [[Therunin]] against the [[Druj]] and protected both [[Therunin#Peakedge_Stead\|Peakedge Stead]] - its healers, patients, and defenders - and his [[Hand_of_the_Healers#Houses_of_Healing\|Houses of Healing]]. The protection cannot last, however, and maintaining it against the spite of the Druj will require a significant sacrifice from the eternal himself. If he is to do this, he must be certain that the Empire is moving in the correct direction to justify this commitment. If the Empire can satisfy his request, he will do whatever it takes to ensure that Peakedge Stead and the Houses remain protected as long as they are under threat - not only by the Druj but also by the [[vallorn]]. If the Empire is sincere in its desire to destroy the ''folly of Terunael'' then Peakedge Stead will be threatened by old Tharunind, even if the current threat is neutralised. Ossegrahn believes that the ancient hospital, coupled with his own houses of healing, will provide a powerful sanctuary for those who fight the vallorn in Therunin and perhaps even Sarangrave.

	But before he is prepared to commit to this, he wants the Empire to make a commitment of their own. He asks that the Imperial Conclave remove [[Rivers Run Red]] and [[Mountain Remembers Its Youth]] from Imperial Lore. ''Bogfearthen'' knows this is not a power the Conclave has - but it is one that could be given to them by the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]]. The so-called power of [[Interdiction#Remorse\|Remorse]], the ability to permanently remove a ritual from the body of Imperial Lore. It will be a challenge for the Senate to both provide this power and for the Conclave to use it, but ''Willowbraid'' believes that if they are truly committed they can achieve it.		But before he is prepared to commit to this, he wants the Empire to make a commitment of their own. He asks that the Imperial Conclave remove [[Rivers Run Red]] and [[Mountain Remembers Its Youth]] from Imperial Lore. ''Bogfearthen'' knows this is not a power the Conclave has - but it is one that could be given to them by the [[Senate]]. The so-called power of [[Interdiction#Remorse\|Remorse]], the ability to permanently remove a ritual from the body of Imperial Lore. It will be a challenge for the Senate to both provide this power and for the Conclave to use it, but ''Willowbraid'' believes that if they are truly committed they can achieve it.

	In addition to continuing to protect Peakedge Stead and the Houses of Healing, when the current protection fades from [[Thornsinger#Thornsong_House\|Thornsong House]], ''Beckburn'' will be happy to discuss enfolding it in his ring of protection also, although that will require a further expenditure of his power it will be much less than what is needed to establish the permanent ring of protection. Finally, if the Archmage wishes, Ossegrahn is prepared to discuss a way for Imperial magicians to gain access to his children that create these walls of impenetrable thorns and water, with an eye toward codifying it and adding it to Imperial Lore to protect other threatened places. Backed by Ossegrahn's power the protection offered would rival a [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|Wooden Fastness]], although it would be restricted to defending a single region rather than warding a whole territory. The Archmage says that the Empire is in more danger than it has been before, and so Ossegrahn can offer at least a little assistance if they choose to accept it.		In addition to continuing to protect Peakedge Stead and the Houses of Healing, when the current protection fades from [[Thornsinger#Thornsong_House\|Thornsong House]], ''Beckburn'' will be happy to discuss enfolding it in his ring of protection also, although that will require a further expenditure of his power it will be much less than what is needed to establish the permanent ring of protection. Finally, if the Archmage wishes, Ossegrahn is prepared to discuss a way for Imperial magicians to gain access to his children that create these walls of impenetrable thorns and water, with an eye toward codifying it and adding it to Imperial Lore to protect other threatened places. Backed by Ossegrahn's power the protection offered would rival a [[Forge the Wooden Fastness\|Wooden Fastness]], although it would be restricted to defending a single region rather than warding a whole territory. The Archmage says that the Empire is in more danger than it has been before, and so Ossegrahn can offer at least a little assistance if they choose to accept it.

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	"Oh." she said, as if just remembering some minor matter of trivial concern. "It is just possible that the Archmage has begun hearing things in his sleep. Bells at sea, perhaps, Haunting his dreams. Given the fall of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros and its implications, you understand. He is not to worry, or be afraid, or indeed pay it any mind. It will only... encourage them... you see?"		"Oh." she said, as if just remembering some minor matter of trivial concern. "It is just possible that the Archmage has begun hearing things in his sleep. Bells at sea, perhaps, Haunting his dreams. Given the fall of the Lighthouse at Nikephoros and its implications, you understand. He is not to worry, or be afraid, or indeed pay it any mind. It will only... encourage them... you see?"

	With his final cryptic remark, she took her leave fading away into the darkness without moving, grinning visage still facing the civil servants, her stick-~~think~~ body facing the other way. The last things to fade were ~~here~~ eyes, which flared once like dreadful lamps just before she disappeared completely.		With his final cryptic remark, she took her leave fading away into the darkness without moving, grinning visage still facing the civil servants, her stick-thin body facing the other way. The last things to fade were her eyes, which flared once like dreadful lamps just before she disappeared completely.

	"Well that was bloody awful," said Jorgen's companion flatly after a few moments.		"Well that was bloody awful," said Jorgen's companion flatly after a few moments.
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	* '''Cathan Canae will send her favoured lieutenant Volstann the Eater of Boars to take counsel with the Archmage'''		* '''Cathan Canae will send her favoured lieutenant Volstann the Eater of Boars to take counsel with the Archmage'''
	* '''The boisterous messenger is expected to meet the Archmage in their hall at 20.00 on Friday'''		* '''The boisterous messenger is expected to meet the Archmage in their hall at 20.00 on Friday'''
	* '''The Archmage can bring up to four additional people - Cathan Canae has suggested one on these be the Legion Engineer'''		* '''The Archmage can bring up to four additional people - Cathan Canae has suggested one of these be the Legion Engineer'''
	* '''The current Archmage of Summer is Mirella of the Twisted Rose'''		* '''The current Archmage of Summer is Mirella of the Twisted Rose'''
	Midway between Winter and Spring, with a thick layer of frost on the ground in the Imperial Regio, a massive dog-like creature emerges without fanfare and plods down to the civil service hub. It is a stout hound, similar to a St Bernard but built on a much larger scale. Five feet at the shoulder, with rolls of thick skin that shift as it stomps about its business, the only other sign that it is not a mundane beast is that it wears a suit of boiled leather or hide barding tooled with the runes of [[Verys\|strength]] and [[Tykonus\|victory]]. It has fierce fangs, but those who encounter it describe it as having "gentle eyes" - whatever that means. When it reaches the Hub, it plonks down with a tired sigh in the middle of the entrance and refuses to budge. When one of the civil servants musters the courage to approach, they find that hung around its neck is a carved ivory scroll tube. The beast stares impassively as numb fingers work the catch to retrieve the scroll and then, without a backward glance, the massive creature heads back to the Imperial regio and returns whence it came.		Midway between Winter and Spring, with a thick layer of frost on the ground in the Imperial Regio, a massive dog-like creature emerges without fanfare and plods down to the civil service hub. It is a stout hound, similar to a St Bernard but built on a much larger scale. Five feet at the shoulder, with rolls of thick skin that shift as it stomps about its business, the only other sign that it is not a mundane beast is that it wears a suit of boiled leather or hide barding tooled with the runes of [[Verys\|strength]] and [[Tykonus\|victory]]. It has fierce fangs, but those who encounter it describe it as having "gentle eyes" - whatever that means. When it reaches the Hub, it plonks down with a tired sigh in the middle of the entrance and refuses to budge. When one of the civil servants musters the courage to approach, they find that hung around its neck is a carved ivory scroll tube. The beast stares impassively as numb fingers work the catch to retrieve the scroll and then, without a backward glance, the massive creature heads back to the Imperial regio and returns whence it came.
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	On the matter of Eoradal, Cathan Canae has an interest in the Imperial Orcs' new territory and how they intend to hold it. As such she proposes that the Archmage bring along the [[Legion Engineer]] to make their own case to Volstann as to how the ''Immovable One'' might offer her aid. Why she should be interested, what they will offer in return, and why they seek her aid instead of that of the [[Adamant\|Dragon Beneath the Mountain]].		On the matter of Eoradal, Cathan Canae has an interest in the Imperial Orcs' new territory and how they intend to hold it. As such she proposes that the Archmage bring along the [[Legion Engineer]] to make their own case to Volstann as to how the ''Immovable One'' might offer her aid. Why she should be interested, what they will offer in return, and why they seek her aid instead of that of the [[Adamant\|Dragon Beneath the Mountain]].

	While the defenders of Redoubt are clearly heroes, the ''Great Bear'' wishes to know why the Archmage considers the three she has mentioned worthy of especial note ahead of all the other protectors of the Empire who fight and shed blood to keep their enemies at bay. Why these three, why this conflict? Furthermore, there will be no talk of Sydanjaa. It is not a matter ~~than~~ the ''Crown of Black Ice'' has any interest in, and neither does her retainer. Indeed, the matters to be discussed - citadels, the Empire's dominion, and the building in Eoradal - are clear and significant digression is unwelcome.		While the defenders of Redoubt are clearly heroes, the ''Great Bear'' wishes to know why the Archmage considers the three she has mentioned worthy of especial note ahead of all the other protectors of the Empire who fight and shed blood to keep their enemies at bay. Why these three, why this conflict? Furthermore, there will be no talk of Sydanjaa. It is not a matter that the ''Crown of Black Ice'' has any interest in, and neither does her retainer. Indeed, the matters to be discussed - citadels, the Empire's dominion, and the building in Eoradal - are clear and significant digression is unwelcome.

	The message ends by saying that the Archmage is invited to bring no more than four other individuals with her to speak with Volstann - which can include the Legion Engineer if they wish The meeting will take place at eight o'clock on Friday evening, and Vosltann's hall will be reached via the Hall of Worlds - which may mean the Archmage will need to secure means for those who are not magicians to accompany them.		The message ends by saying that the Archmage is invited to bring no more than four other individuals with her to speak with Volstann - which can include the Legion Engineer if they wish The meeting will take place at eight o'clock on Friday evening, and Vosltann's hall will be reached via the Hall of Worlds - which may mean the Archmage will need to secure means for those who are not magicians to accompany them.