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Hailmur: /* Dare do all */

2026-07-19T19:57:16Z

Dare do all

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	A mandate is somewhat grudgingly prepared, one that very much [[Mandate#Competing_Mandates\|in competition]] with the more traditional one already written.		A mandate is somewhat grudgingly prepared, one that very much [[Mandate#Competing_Mandates\|in competition]] with the more traditional one already written.

	{{Mandate\|mandate=Consequences are the price of Ambition and it is better to try and fail than fail to try. We send (named individual) with a dose of true liao to consecrate the site where the last banner of the Fist of the Mountain flies. May all who see it, whether Imperial or otherwise, know that no price is too high to realise your dreams.\|assembly=~~Ambition~~ Assembly}}		{{Mandate\|mandate=Consequences are the price of Ambition and it is better to try and fail than fail to try. We send (named individual) with a dose of true liao to consecrate the site where the last banner of the Fist of the Mountain flies. May all who see it, whether Imperial or otherwise, know that no price is too high to realise your dreams.\|assembly=General Assembly}}

	If the mandate is enacted, it will still allow the creation of the [[#Drive\|Fist's Memorial]], and inspire the exchange between Urizen and Wintermark. If the commission is raised following ''this'' mandate, it will need to be clear whether the focus of the reliefs are to be solely focused on the heroic sacrifice of the Fist, or shared with the Grendel invaders. In the case there is any doubt, the civil service will default to focusing on the Imperial Army.		If the mandate is enacted, it will still allow the creation of the [[#Drive\|Fist's Memorial]], and inspire the exchange between Urizen and Wintermark. If the commission is raised following ''this'' mandate, it will need to be clear whether the focus of the reliefs are to be solely focused on the heroic sacrifice of the Fist, or shared with the Grendel invaders. In the case there is any doubt, the civil service will default to focusing on the Imperial Army.
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	Incommodus' "helpful contribution" does raise an interesting point about inspiration however. Are the acts of the Empire's enemies worthy of commemoration in this way? Can they inspire the virtuous even though the folk who performed them are not themselves followers of the Way? At least one barbarian nation - the Jotun - honours their fallen enemies as well as their own dead and show reverence for the memorials to Imperial heroes they have never met. Should the Empire be doing the same? Any decision on that matter lies in the hands of the Synod, and will thus need to take place in Anvil where Incommodus is not especially inclined to venture.		Incommodus' "helpful contribution" does raise an interesting point about inspiration however. Are the acts of the Empire's enemies worthy of commemoration in this way? Can they inspire the virtuous even though the folk who performed them are not themselves followers of the Way? At least one barbarian nation - the Jotun - honours their fallen enemies as well as their own dead and show reverence for the memorials to Imperial heroes they have never met. Should the Empire be doing the same? Any decision on that matter lies in the hands of the Synod, and will thus need to take place in Anvil where Incommodus is not especially inclined to venture.

			'''Eli of the Cenotaph''' has presented an alternate mandate for the consideration of the General Assembly.

			{{Mandate\|mandate=The Grendel’s willingness to eliminate any obstacle in their path using all tools at their disposal is a demonstration of Ambition. We send (named individual) with a dose of true liao to consecrate the site where the last banner of the Fist of the Mountain flies. May all who see it be reminded of what folly and carelessness bring when faced by an Ambitious foe.\|assembly=General Assembly}}

			If enacted, this mandate will have no extra effect on the Grendel beyond that presented above. In addition, it would not enable the construction of the [[#Drive\|memorial to the Fist]], nor would [[#Visionary\|anything]] be added to Urizen lore or Runesmiths Law, respectively.

			These mandates are considered to be competing with each other.

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Dre: /* Dare do all */

2026-07-18T22:10:02Z

Dare do all

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	They came to port to fight to fight</br>		They came to port to fight to fight</br>
	But could not dodge his sight his sight</br>		But could not dodge his sight his sight</br>
	The ~~Maelstroms~~ gift it roared it roared</br>		The Maelstrom's gift it roared it roared</br>
	And crackled on the shore the shore</br>		And crackled on the shore the shore</br>
	But none would stop heroes heroes</br>		But none would stop heroes heroes</br>

Dre at 22:08, 18 July 2026

2026-07-18T22:08:29Z

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	<div style="display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;">		<div style="display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;">
	<quote by='The Wind Erodes the Mountain, by Fedelmidd Sydanjaa's Heart Floer'>		<quote by='The Wind Erodes the Mountain, by Fedelmidd Sydanjaa's Heart Floer'>
	The wind erodes the Mountain, the First finally found ~~it's~~ end<br>		The wind erodes the Mountain, the First finally found its end<br>
	On south sands the spires and citadels of Urizen<br>		On south sands the spires and citadels of Urizen<br>
	Bore witness as armadas and the army fought and bled<br>		Bore witness as armadas and the army fought and bled<br>
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	Stand against storm and sea as sagas are laid to rest<br>		Stand against storm and sea as sagas are laid to rest<br>
	The wind erodes the Mountain, the First finally found ~~it's~~ end.		The wind erodes the Mountain, the First finally found its end.
	</quote>		</quote>

Hailmur at 22:01, 18 July 2026

2026-07-18T22:01:09Z

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	Of a far-sighted fist.		Of a far-sighted fist.
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	{{CaptionedImage\|file=LastFistBanner.jpeg\|caption=Great leaders inspire greatness in others\|align=left\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=LastFistBanner.jpeg\|caption=Great leaders inspire greatness in others\|align=left\|title=Art by Determination of Ice Kaisa\|width=400}}
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The ripples of the wave that broke on the shores of [[Redoubt]] continue to wash across the Empire. Last season, an [[opportunity]] was [[Flames_and_the_dark#The_Dream_Master\|presented]] to create an [[inspirational location]] at the [[Redoubt#Elos\|Elos]] docks using the last banner of the [[Fist of the Mountains]], a gift from [[general]] '''Umarth "Winter's Flame" Kannask'''. The banner was presented so that it could be raised at Elos when the port was retaken from the [[Grendel]]. The Grendel receded, the Empire surged, and the docks were [[Flames and the dark\|quickly back in service]], soon to be joined by [[388YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Acceptance:_Phaleron_and_Phoebus_Al-Pulpi\|a new guest]] from the [[Realms#Day\|day realm]].		The ripples of the wave that broke on the shores of [[Redoubt]] continue to wash across the Empire. Last season, an [[opportunity]] was [[Flames_and_the_dark#The_Dream_Master\|presented]] to create an [[inspirational location]] at the [[Redoubt#Elos\|Elos]] docks using the last banner of the [[Fist of the Mountains]], a gift from [[general]] '''Umarth "Winter's Flame" Kannask'''. The banner was presented so that it could be raised at Elos when the port was retaken from the [[Grendel]]. The Grendel receded, the Empire surged, and the docks were [[Flames and the dark\|quickly back in service]], soon to be joined by [[388YE_Spring_Equinox_Conclave_sessions#Acceptance:_Phaleron_and_Phoebus_Al-Pulpi\|a new guest]] from the [[Realms#Day\|day realm]].

Apoth: /* Visionary */

2026-07-18T16:12:43Z

Visionary

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	* '''If Elos docks are consecrated with true liao at the coming event, the Urizeni will add a schema for a new magical item to Runesmith's Law'''		* '''If Elos docks are consecrated with true liao at the coming event, the Urizeni will add a schema for a new magical item to Runesmith's Law'''
	* '''If that happens, Wintermark mystics will arrange to have a new magical ritual added to ~~Urizeni law~~'''		* '''If that happens, Wintermark mystics will arrange to have a new magical ritual added to Urizen Lore'''

	The [[stargazer\|stargazers]] of Urizen and the [[mystic\|mystics]] of Kallavesa have not historically spent a great deal of time together. Their natural geographical distance is matched by their different approaches to the supernatural. Still, the last few seasons have forged a great bond between the peoples of the north-west and south-east, threads from individual [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Skein\|skeins]] interwoven into one great [[Urizen_culture_and_customs#The_Net_of_the_Heavens\|net]]. In honour of the links that have formed, each side has worked with their counterparts to prepare a great in the joint traditions of [[Wintermark_hearth_magic#Crafting\|crafting]] and [[Urizen_hearth_magic#Cession\|cession]].		The [[stargazer\|stargazers]] of Urizen and the [[mystic\|mystics]] of Kallavesa have not historically spent a great deal of time together. Their natural geographical distance is matched by their different approaches to the supernatural. Still, the last few seasons have forged a great bond between the peoples of the north-west and south-east, threads from individual [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Skein\|skeins]] interwoven into one great [[Urizen_culture_and_customs#The_Net_of_the_Heavens\|net]]. In honour of the links that have formed, each side has worked with their counterparts to prepare a great in the joint traditions of [[Wintermark_hearth_magic#Crafting\|crafting]] and [[Urizen_hearth_magic#Cession\|cession]].

Hailmur: /* Drive */

2026-07-18T16:09:51Z

Drive

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	* '''If Elos harbour is ~~consecrated this season, then~~ it would be possible to create a memorial to the Fist'''		* '''If the mandate to consecrate Elos harbour is upheld it would be possible to create a memorial to the Fist'''
	* '''The memorial would require a custodian appointed by the Ambition Assembly'''		* '''The memorial would require a custodian appointed by the Ambition Assembly'''
	* '''The title could be held by a Wintermarker or an Urizeni'''		* '''The title could be held by a Wintermarker or an Urizeni'''
	* '''~~The~~ memorial ~~would~~ improve natural resupply for mortal armies and navies from Wintermark and Urizen ~~that were~~ resting in Elos'''		* '''If the mandate is upheld with a greater majority, the memorial will improve natural resupply for mortal armies and navies from Wintermark and Urizen resting in Elos'''
	Unsurprisingly for a cadre of dedicants of [[Ambition]], the visiting clergy are not simply satisfied to do what was asked and then sit on their laurels. Ambition is not Prosperity, it does not leave time for resting and enjoying the fruits of one's labour, but to strive ever onwards to do ever more. The construction of a memorial is proposed, depicting in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Relief relief] the brave acts of the warriors of the Fist for visitors to come and pay their respects for many years to come.		Unsurprisingly for a cadre of dedicants of [[Ambition]], the visiting clergy are not simply satisfied to do what was asked and then sit on their laurels. Ambition is not Prosperity, it does not leave time for resting and enjoying the fruits of one's labour, but to strive ever onwards to do ever more. The construction of a memorial is proposed, depicting in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Relief relief] the brave acts of the warriors of the Fist for visitors to come and pay their respects for many years to come.

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	Not only this, but the constant stream of inspired pilgrims would mean that any Urizen or Wintermark [[army]] or [[navy]] who engaged in natural resupply in Redoubt would share in an additional pool of 250 force strength, representing donations and inspired volunteers from among the visiting pilgrims. Armies would need to take a special action to drum up support at Elos harbour, navies would need to put to port there to benefit.		Not only this, but the constant stream of inspired pilgrims would mean that any Urizen or Wintermark [[army]] or [[navy]] who engaged in natural resupply in Redoubt would share in an additional pool of 250 force strength, representing donations and inspired volunteers from among the visiting pilgrims. Armies would need to take a special action to drum up support at Elos harbour, navies would need to put to port there to benefit.

	Unfortunately, the [[Argent Sword]] cannot benefit from the Custodian of the Fist's Memorial. The heralds respond to words like "volunteer" and "donation" in the same way a devout follower of the Way might respond to the vilest [[blasphemy]].		Unfortunately, the [[Argent Sword]] cannot benefit from the Custodian of the Fist's Memorial. The heralds respond to words like "volunteer" and "donation" in the same way a devout follower of the Way might respond to the vilest [[blasphemy]].

			As the Urizen and Wintermark Assemblies have called on their people to question the Synod, the memorial will only improve the rate of natural resupply if the mandate to consecrate Elos Harbour is upheld with a greater majority.

	{{SOPInner\|statement=In the spirit of forging a greater bond between our nations, and in honour of the Fist of the Mountains, we invite the stargazers of Urizen to meet with the mystics of Kallavesa within our swamps. We would share wisdom over the way we build, live and thrive within the swamp with the ambition to help further your aims in the Sarangrave.\|by=Otso Usvaling, Wintermark National Assembly\|vote={{GM}} 188-0\|when=Spring 388YE}}		{{SOPInner\|statement=In the spirit of forging a greater bond between our nations, and in honour of the Fist of the Mountains, we invite the stargazers of Urizen to meet with the mystics of Kallavesa within our swamps. We would share wisdom over the way we build, live and thrive within the swamp with the ambition to help further your aims in the Sarangrave.\|by=Otso Usvaling, Wintermark National Assembly\|vote={{GM}} 188-0\|when=Spring 388YE}}

Hailmur: /* Calling */

2026-07-18T16:05:55Z

Calling

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	{{Mandate\|mandate=Consequences are the price of Ambition. We send (named individual) with a dose of true liao to consecrate the site where the last banner of the Fist of the Mountain flies. May all who see it know that no price is too high to realise your dreams.\|assembly=General Assembly}}		{{Mandate\|mandate=Consequences are the price of Ambition. We send (named individual) with a dose of true liao to consecrate the site where the last banner of the Fist of the Mountain flies. May all who see it know that no price is too high to realise your dreams.\|assembly=General Assembly}}

	Should this mandate be ~~passed~~, the banner will be hung in pride of place and the docks consecrated with the [[Auras_of_Ambition#Dare_Do_All\|true consecration]] of Ambition. Like the [[Prelate_of_Adelmar%27s_Shrine#Academy_of_Arms\|Academy of Arms]] in neighbouring [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Siluri]], it will become a place of pilgrimage and stand as a symbol of the courage of the Fist of the Mountain, and the bonds of loyalty between Urizen and Wintermark, as well as a celebration of ambition.		Should this mandate be enacted, the banner will be hung in pride of place and the docks consecrated with the [[Auras_of_Ambition#Dare_Do_All\|true consecration]] of Ambition. Like the [[Prelate_of_Adelmar%27s_Shrine#Academy_of_Arms\|Academy of Arms]] in neighbouring [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Siluri]], it will become a place of pilgrimage and stand as a symbol of the courage of the Fist of the Mountain, and the bonds of loyalty between Urizen and Wintermark, as well as a celebration of ambition.

	==Drive==		==Drive==

Wrenna: /* Drive */

2026-07-18T16:03:09Z

Drive

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	<tr><td>'''Commission Type:''' Sinecure</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Commission Type:''' Sinecure</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Location:''' Naris, Redoubt </td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Location:''' Naris, Redoubt </td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Cost:''' 12 wains of [[white granite]], 8 wains of [[mithril]] 60 crowns, three months</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Cost:''' 12 wains of [[white granite]], 8 wains of [[mithril]], 60 crowns, three months</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Availability:''' Until the start of Summer Solstice 389YE</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Availability:''' Until the start of Summer Solstice 389YE</td></tr>
	<tr><td>'''Special:''' Requires Elos Harbour be consecrated with true liao following the Summer Solstice 388YE</td></tr>		<tr><td>'''Special:''' Requires Elos Harbour be consecrated with true liao following the Summer Solstice 388YE</td></tr>

Wrenna: /* Drive */

2026-07-18T16:01:51Z

Drive

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	<tr><td>'''Powers:''' Receives an income of 9 [[liao]] each season		<tr><td>'''Powers:''' Receives an income of 9 [[liao]] each season
	<tr><td>'''Responsibilities:'''		<tr><td>'''Responsibilities:'''
	* Maintain ~~the~~ the site and welcome visiting pilgrims		* Maintain the site and welcome visiting pilgrims
	* Share the stories of the last stand of the Fist		* Share the stories of the last stand of the Fist
	* Encourage Imperial citizens to take a stand against the rapacious Grendel</td></tr>		* Encourage Imperial citizens to take a stand against the rapacious Grendel</td></tr>

Hailmur: /* Calling */

2026-07-18T15:54:39Z

Calling

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	It is the [[Ambition]] Assembly who have claimed the deeds of the Fist of the Mountain as an example of their path. They cited the story of [[Tian]] who achieved great things, but at a great personal cost, and draw a parallel to the actions of the last general and the brave [[mystic\|mystics]] of the Fist. Already, ambitious pilgrims from across Urizen and Wintermark are making the journey to Elos, to be there to witness virtue being made manifest for generations to come.		It is the [[Ambition]] Assembly who have claimed the deeds of the Fist of the Mountain as an example of their path. They cited the story of [[Tian]] who achieved great things, but at a great personal cost, and draw a parallel to the actions of the last general and the brave [[mystic\|mystics]] of the Fist. Already, ambitious pilgrims from across Urizen and Wintermark are making the journey to Elos, to be there to witness virtue being made manifest for generations to come.

	If the area is consecrated with [[liao#True Liao\|true liao]] in the coming season it will have a lasting effect - assuming the Assembly confirm they wish to proceed.		If the area is consecrated with [[liao#True Liao\|true liao]] in the coming season, it will have a lasting effect - assuming the General Assembly confirm they wish to proceed.

	{{Mandate\|mandate=Consequences are the price of Ambition. We send (named individual) with a dose of true liao to consecrate the site where the last banner of the Fist of the Mountain flies. May all who see it know that no price is too high to realise your dreams.\|assembly=~~Ambition~~ Assembly}}		{{Mandate\|mandate=Consequences are the price of Ambition. We send (named individual) with a dose of true liao to consecrate the site where the last banner of the Fist of the Mountain flies. May all who see it know that no price is too high to realise your dreams.\|assembly=General Assembly}}

	Should this mandate be passed, the banner will be hung in pride of place and the docks consecrated with the [[Auras_of_Ambition#Dare_Do_All\|true consecration]] of Ambition. Like the [[Prelate_of_Adelmar%27s_Shrine#Academy_of_Arms\|Academy of Arms]] in neighbouring [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Siluri]], it will become a place of pilgrimage and stand as a symbol of the courage of the Fist of the Mountain, and the bonds of loyalty between Urizen and Wintermark, as well as a celebration of ambition.		Should this mandate be passed, the banner will be hung in pride of place and the docks consecrated with the [[Auras_of_Ambition#Dare_Do_All\|true consecration]] of Ambition. Like the [[Prelate_of_Adelmar%27s_Shrine#Academy_of_Arms\|Academy of Arms]] in neighbouring [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Siluri]], it will become a place of pilgrimage and stand as a symbol of the courage of the Fist of the Mountain, and the bonds of loyalty between Urizen and Wintermark, as well as a celebration of ambition.

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	It is the [[Ambition]] Assembly who have claimed the deeds of the Fist of the Mountain as an example of their path. They cited the story of [[Tian]] who achieved great things, but at a great personal cost, and draw a parallel to the actions of the last general and the brave [[mystic\|mystics]] of the Fist. Already, ambitious pilgrims from across Urizen and Wintermark are making the journey to Elos, to be there to witness virtue being made manifest for generations to come.		It is the [[Ambition]] Assembly who have claimed the deeds of the Fist of the Mountain as an example of their path. They cited the story of [[Tian]] who achieved great things, but at a great personal cost, and draw a parallel to the actions of the last general and the brave [[mystic\|mystics]] of the Fist. Already, ambitious pilgrims from across Urizen and Wintermark are making the journey to Elos, to be there to witness virtue being made manifest for generations to come.

	If the area is consecrated with [[liao#True Liao\|true liao]] in the coming season it will have a lasting effect - assuming the Assembly confirm they wish to proceed.		If the area is consecrated with [[liao#True Liao\|true liao]] in the coming season, it will have a lasting effect - assuming the General Assembly confirm they wish to proceed.

	{{Mandate\|mandate=Consequences are the price of Ambition. We send (named individual) with a dose of true liao to consecrate the site where the last banner of the Fist of the Mountain flies. May all who see it know that no price is too high to realise your dreams.\|assembly=~~Ambition~~ Assembly}}		{{Mandate\|mandate=Consequences are the price of Ambition. We send (named individual) with a dose of true liao to consecrate the site where the last banner of the Fist of the Mountain flies. May all who see it know that no price is too high to realise your dreams.\|assembly=General Assembly}}

	Should this mandate be passed, the banner will be hung in pride of place and the docks consecrated with the [[Auras_of_Ambition#Dare_Do_All\|true consecration]] of Ambition. Like the [[Prelate_of_Adelmar%27s_Shrine#Academy_of_Arms\|Academy of Arms]] in neighbouring [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Siluri]], it will become a place of pilgrimage and stand as a symbol of the courage of the Fist of the Mountain, and the bonds of loyalty between Urizen and Wintermark, as well as a celebration of ambition.		Should this mandate be passed, the banner will be hung in pride of place and the docks consecrated with the [[Auras_of_Ambition#Dare_Do_All\|true consecration]] of Ambition. Like the [[Prelate_of_Adelmar%27s_Shrine#Academy_of_Arms\|Academy of Arms]] in neighbouring [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Siluri]], it will become a place of pilgrimage and stand as a symbol of the courage of the Fist of the Mountain, and the bonds of loyalty between Urizen and Wintermark, as well as a celebration of ambition.