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Twiggy at 13:36, 22 May 2026

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	==The Battle of Wayford==		==The Battle of Wayford==
	<div style="float:right; max-width: 500px; width: 350px; clear: right;"><quote by="Eahgoh Blackhammer, General of the Hierro">This is not our land, but we fight for virtue of our cousins as they answer their call of honour. Let Loyalty be our battlecry, let Pride in our fellows be our shield, and let Ambition be the blade we set against the throat of the Marches.</quote>		<div style="float:right; max-width: 500px; width: 350px; clear: right;"><quote by="Eahgoh Blackhammer, General of the Hierro">This is not our land, but we fight for virtue of our cousins as they answer their call of honour. Let Loyalty be our battlecry, let Pride in our fellows be our shield, and let Ambition be the blade we set against the throat of the Marches.</quote>
	<quote by="Lefsnir Red-armed, General of the Escuta">The future lies before us, and we must not blink as it turns its bright gaze upon us. Waste no lives, for the Empire is cunning in the traps it lays, yet do not fear the battle to come. The virtuous ~~godhi~~ speak of Ambition, and of Pride, and we know we walk in the footsteps of our ancestors.</quote>		<quote by="Lefsnir Red-armed, General of the Escuta">The future lies before us, and we must not blink as it turns its bright gaze upon us. Waste no lives, for the Empire is cunning in the traps it lays, yet do not fear the battle to come. The virtuous ghodi speak of Ambition, and of Pride, and we know we walk in the footsteps of our ancestors.</quote>
	<quote by="Meketh of the Flames, General of the Corazón">Take everything that is not nailed to the ground, and show the Ice Fishers of Ldansk that we are the best at what we do.</quote></div>		<quote by="Meketh of the Flames, General of the Corazón">Take everything that is not nailed to the ground, and show the Ice Fishers of Ldansk that we are the best at what we do.</quote></div>
	Built on the southern borders of the Meadows, where the river Meade flows slow, and shallow, and wide, the market-town of Wayford is a centre for trade and travel. Old, sometimes seen as sleepy, but rich nonetheless. The raid of Stephen of Sarcombe first made the people wary, then it made them ''angry''. When the Hierro push forward, they find the garrison of Forte Fidelis already in position, a rough militia of yeomen farmers and retired Marcher soldiers lined up alongside them. The commanders of the Tusks have anticipated the Lasambrian strategy, and prepared their defences, Along with soldiers of the Drakes who grew up around Wayford, backed up by Highborn physicks and Dawnish knights, they wait in ambush a little way down the river. As the Hierro and the Escuta cross the ford that gives the town its name, the trap is sprung.		Built on the southern borders of the Meadows, where the river Meade flows slow, and shallow, and wide, the market-town of Wayford is a centre for trade and travel. Old, sometimes seen as sleepy, but rich nonetheless. The raid of Stephen of Sarcombe first made the people wary, then it made them ''angry''. When the Hierro push forward, they find the garrison of Forte Fidelis already in position, a rough militia of yeomen farmers and retired Marcher soldiers lined up alongside them. The commanders of the Tusks have anticipated the Lasambrian strategy, and prepared their defences, Along with soldiers of the Drakes who grew up around Wayford, backed up by Highborn physicks and Dawnish knights, they wait in ambush a little way down the river. As the Hierro and the Escuta cross the ford that gives the town its name, the trap is sprung.
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	The battle at Wayford is the major engagement of this season, and is marked out by unpredictable magical effects. Marcher landskeepers believe it was likely caused by an unexpected interaction between the [[Astronomancy#Constellations\|constellation]] of [[the Fountain\|the Green Willow]] and the powerful [[curse]] of [[Rivers of Life]].		The battle at Wayford is the major engagement of this season, and is marked out by unpredictable magical effects. Marcher landskeepers believe it was likely caused by an unexpected interaction between the [[Astronomancy#Constellations\|constellation]] of [[the Fountain\|the Green Willow]] and the powerful [[curse]] of [[Rivers of Life]].

	The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack ~~travelers~~, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#Lawless\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.		The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack travellers, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#Lawless\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=MarcherBriar.jpg\|align=right\|width=350}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=MarcherBriar.jpg\|align=right\|width=350}}

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	The heroes managed to execute Bill of Beatsdown, the son of Red Walder, but that death only stoked the grudge-fires in the spirits of his sister Jill Longlegs, his childhood friend Jack Poultice, and his surrogate father figure Dusty Cobb. Of the three it is hard to say who will prove to be the most dangerous; the clever gossip who knows everyone’s business; the vicious thug who counts coin higher than any virtue; or the fallen monk angry at Empire and Synod alike. Together they are a dangerous combination, and now they are lose in Mitwold with weapons and armour provided by the traitor of the Mournwold.		The heroes managed to execute Bill of Beatsdown, the son of Red Walder, but that death only stoked the grudge-fires in the spirits of his sister Jill Longlegs, his childhood friend Jack Poultice, and his surrogate father figure Dusty Cobb. Of the three it is hard to say who will prove to be the most dangerous; the clever gossip who knows everyone’s business; the vicious thug who counts coin higher than any virtue; or the fallen monk angry at Empire and Synod alike. Together they are a dangerous combination, and now they are lose in Mitwold with weapons and armour provided by the traitor of the Mournwold.
	<div style="float:right; max-width: 500px; width: ~~40%~~; clear: right;"><quote by="William Guildenstern, General of the Drakes">My Drakes, it is time. We must return to Mitwold. We return to the Wayford, I'll cut down Jim Moor, bury him with his kit and my own football. We are to draw the line at Wayford with a Solid Defence, an opportunity made possible because Coal Carefoot ensured Bree Shaw's last act was to resupply the Drakes. We will bask in the warm Sun joining us from the East. Our older siblings heard our plea and come not as strangers but as kin when Black Roses Bloom here, let them remember who stood when Mitwold called, Our soil their Glory!</quote>		<div style="float:right; max-width: 500px; width: 350px; clear: right;"><quote by="William Guildenstern, General of the Drakes">My Drakes, it is time. We must return to Mitwold. We return to the Wayford, I'll cut down Jim Moor, bury him with his kit and my own football. We are to draw the line at Wayford with a Solid Defence, an opportunity made possible because Coal Carefoot ensured Bree Shaw's last act was to resupply the Drakes. We will bask in the warm Sun joining us from the East. Our older siblings heard our plea and come not as strangers but as kin when Black Roses Bloom here, let them remember who stood when Mitwold called, Our soil their Glory!</quote>
	<quote by="Jack Ashton, General of the Tusks">My Soldiers, I will make this simple. We march into Mitwold for a Strategic Defence. Hold the line in Wayford, it cannot fall. When the invaders meet our steel, leave none alive to do so again. Keep an eye open for Stephen of Sarcombe. I promise 10 Thrones to whomever brings me that vermin alive so I might wring his neck with my own hands. That traitor cannot be allowed to survive battle with us again. Stephen must Die.</quote>		<quote by="Jack Ashton, General of the Tusks">My Soldiers, I will make this simple. We march into Mitwold for a Strategic Defence. Hold the line in Wayford, it cannot fall. When the invaders meet our steel, leave none alive to do so again. Keep an eye open for Stephen of Sarcombe. I promise 10 Thrones to whomever brings me that vermin alive so I might wring his neck with my own hands. That traitor cannot be allowed to survive battle with us again. Stephen must Die.</quote>
	<quote by="Iron Osric, General of the Green Shield"> Grey go the days with their grinding strain, Small are their victories, shadowed with pain; But bright is the battle-line that banishes fear, And hearts are made whole when the war-cry is near. There stand the shield-lines, steadfast and strong, Helms all a-glimmer, spears set in throng; Blade-song rises where bold battlers stand, And the field is made fair by their fate-forged hand. We shield the folk, spare the untried and weak, Let no sly scavenger plunder or sneak; No hand shall dishonour the dead where they lie, Nor trouble their rest ’neath the wide watching sky. These are our war-ways, our word and our will; Beautiful the battle-days, fierce and yet fair still- Not for the scarecrow that shrinks from the fray, But the bold who break forth where the war-banners sway.</quote>		<quote by="Iron Osric, General of the Green Shield"> Grey go the days with their grinding strain, Small are their victories, shadowed with pain; But bright is the battle-line that banishes fear, And hearts are made whole when the war-cry is near. There stand the shield-lines, steadfast and strong, Helms all a-glimmer, spears set in throng; Blade-song rises where bold battlers stand, And the field is made fair by their fate-forged hand. We shield the folk, spare the untried and weak, Let no sly scavenger plunder or sneak; No hand shall dishonour the dead where they lie, Nor trouble their rest ’neath the wide watching sky. These are our war-ways, our word and our will; Beautiful the battle-days, fierce and yet fair still- Not for the scarecrow that shrinks from the fray, But the bold who break forth where the war-banners sway.</quote>
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	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Osric5853.jpg\|caption='''Iron Osric''', General of the Green Shield\|align=left\|width=200}}</fourpicture>		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Osric5853.jpg\|caption='''Iron Osric''', General of the Green Shield\|align=left\|width=200}}</fourpicture>
	==The Battle of Wayford==		==The Battle of Wayford==
	<div style="float:right; max-width: 500px; width: ~~40%~~; clear: right;"><quote by="Eahgoh Blackhammer, General of the Hierro">This is not our land, but we fight for virtue of our cousins as they answer their call of honour. Let Loyalty be our battlecry, let Pride in our fellows be our shield, and let Ambition be the blade we set against the throat of the Marches.</quote>		<div style="float:right; max-width: 500px; width: 350px; clear: right;"><quote by="Eahgoh Blackhammer, General of the Hierro">This is not our land, but we fight for virtue of our cousins as they answer their call of honour. Let Loyalty be our battlecry, let Pride in our fellows be our shield, and let Ambition be the blade we set against the throat of the Marches.</quote>
	<quote by="Lefsnir Red-armed, General of the Escuta">The future lies before us, and we must not blink as it turns its bright gaze upon us. Waste no lives, for the Empire is cunning in the traps it lays, yet do not fear the battle to come. The virtuous godhi speak of Ambition, and of Pride, and we know we walk in the footsteps of our ancestors.</quote>		<quote by="Lefsnir Red-armed, General of the Escuta">The future lies before us, and we must not blink as it turns its bright gaze upon us. Waste no lives, for the Empire is cunning in the traps it lays, yet do not fear the battle to come. The virtuous godhi speak of Ambition, and of Pride, and we know we walk in the footsteps of our ancestors.</quote>
	<quote by="Meketh of the Flames, General of the Corazón">Take everything that is not nailed to the ground, and show the Ice Fishers of Ldansk that we are the best at what we do.</quote></div>		<quote by="Meketh of the Flames, General of the Corazón">Take everything that is not nailed to the ground, and show the Ice Fishers of Ldansk that we are the best at what we do.</quote></div>
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	For now though, Spring comes to the Marches and away from the battlefront, the rhythms of life reassert themselves. Ploughing, planting, planning for the year to come. As the last of the healing rains fall, green shoots begin to unfurl. Whatever else happens, it looks like this year will see a bumper harvest in Mitwold. Thirsty soil in the best soil, after all.		For now though, Spring comes to the Marches and away from the battlefront, the rhythms of life reassert themselves. Ploughing, planting, planning for the year to come. As the last of the healing rains fall, green shoots begin to unfurl. Whatever else happens, it looks like this year will see a bumper harvest in Mitwold. Thirsty soil in the best soil, after all.
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			File:GoldenSun_Colour.png\|link=387YE_Winter_Solstice_Military_Council_orders#Golden Sun
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	==Game Information==		==Game Information==
	* '''The Empire has driven the barbarians out of the Meadows, reclaiming the region'''		* '''The Empire has driven the barbarians out of the Meadows, reclaiming the region'''
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	The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack travelers, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#Lawless\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.		The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack travelers, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#Lawless\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=MarcherBriar.jpg\|align=right\|width=~~400~~}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=MarcherBriar.jpg\|align=right\|width=350}}

	==Participation : Battle of Wayford==		==Participation : Battle of Wayford==
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	* '''Characters may choose to gain a hallowed item with an aura that clearly does not come from one of the seven virtues'''		* '''Characters may choose to gain a hallowed item with an aura that clearly does not come from one of the seven virtues'''
	Any Marcher character whose military unit supported an army in Mitwold, or who reinforced the garrison at Forte Fidelis, may have been motivated by a desire to defeat Stephen of Sarcombe. During the fighting, a [[friar]] going by the name of ''Book'' has been outspoken about the wrongs done to the Marches by Stephen and his fellow traitor yegarra and the stain on the nation that his continued survival represents. They alternate praise for the general of the Tusks with calls to action, and for those who have spoken to them privately afterward they are prepared to use their small personal supply of [[liao]] to help dedicate folk to the pursuit of Stephen.		Any Marcher character whose military unit supported an army in Mitwold, or who reinforced the garrison at Forte Fidelis, may have been motivated by a desire to defeat Stephen of Sarcombe. During the fighting, a [[friar]] going by the name of ''Book'' has been outspoken about the wrongs done to the Marches by Stephen and his fellow traitor yegarra and the stain on the nation that his continued survival represents. They alternate praise for the general of the Tusks with calls to action, and for those who have spoken to them privately afterward they are prepared to use their small personal supply of [[liao]] to help dedicate folk to the pursuit of Stephen.

			Marcher characters can choose to take advantage of this and receive a [[hallow\|hallowing]] on their weapon that will last for the coming year. To do so, you must email {{plot}} by midnight on the 27th of May and include your PID and indicate which of the following three motivations most underpins your desire to see Stephen of Sarcombe executed.
	<div style="float: right; margin-left:10px;"><quote by="Marcher Proverb">Fair words won't bury grudges.</quote></div>		<div style="float: right; margin-left:10px;"><quote by="Marcher Proverb">Fair words won't bury grudges.</quote></div>
	Marcher characters can choose to take advantage of this and receive a [[hallow\|hallowing]] on their weapon that will last for the coming year. To do so, you must email {{plot}} by midnight on the 27th of May and include your PID and indicate which of the following three motivations most underpins your desire to see Stephen of Sarcombe executed.
	* You are angry that the guilty go unpunished, and want to see them brought to justice.		* You are angry that the guilty go unpunished, and want to see them brought to justice.
	* You are prepared to pursue vengeance not only against Stephen but against anyone who wrongs “your people” (however you define that)		* You are prepared to pursue vengeance not only against Stephen but against anyone who wrongs “your people” (however you define that)

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Blood of the Wanderer

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	<div style="float:left; width: 40%; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Marcher drums.jpg\|caption=The Drakes' drum sounds, calling the yeofolk of the Marches to war.\|align=left\|width=6000}}</div>		<div style="float:left; width: 40%; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Marcher drums.jpg\|caption=The Drakes' drum sounds, calling the yeofolk of the Marches to war.\|align=left\|width=6000}}</div>
	==Blood of the Wanderer==		==Blood of the Wanderer==
	After the Autumn Equinox, a great host of Jotun crossed Odd’s Way into Mitwold. Fifty thousand or more warriors with two cohorts of the Knights of Glory. They took the Pride of the Marches by surprise, the only defenders the garrison of Forte Fidelis. Those Imperial soldiers committed to the Marches were in Bregasland, fighting to reclaim that conquered territory. Everyone was taken by surprise. They washed across Oddmire, conquered Meade March and the city of Meade, washed into the Meadows before their assault hit its high water mark.		After the Autumn Equinox, a great host of Jotun crossed Odd’s Way into [[Mitwold]]. Fifty thousand or more warriors with two cohorts of the Knights of Glory. They took the Pride of the Marches by surprise, the only defenders the garrison of Forte Fidelis. Those Imperial soldiers committed to the Marches were in Bregasland, fighting to reclaim that conquered territory. Everyone was taken by surprise. They washed across Oddmire, conquered Meade March and the city of Meade, washed into the Meadows before their assault hit its high water mark.

	Then during the Winter Solstice itself, Stephen of Sarcombe and his human yegarra launched an assault against the town of Wayford. Imperial heroes responded, passing through the [[Sentinel Gate]] to bring an end to his treachery once and for all. In the end though they were unable to save the kidnapped Wayford Wanderers hero [[Rose_grow_the_rushes_o%27#Objective:_Save_Jim_Moor\|Jim Moor]]; unable to stop him giving support to the [[Rose_grow_the_rushes_o%27#Objective:_Kill_Red_Walder's_Descendants\|heirs of Red Walder]]; unable to bring [[Rose_grow_the_rushes_o%27#Objective:_Kill_Stephen_of_Sarcombe\|Stephen to justice]]. Despite heroic efforts, Jim was murdered at the same spot magistrates had once executed Red Walder; and where the death of the self-styled bandit king helped secure the prosperity of the Marches the slaughter of the beloved foot-the-ball player has put cracks in the morale of Mitwold.		Then during the Winter Solstice itself, Stephen of Sarcombe and his human yegarra launched an assault against the town of Wayford. Imperial heroes responded, passing through the [[Sentinel Gate]] to bring an end to his treachery once and for all. In the end though they were unable to save the kidnapped Wayford Wanderers hero [[Rose_grow_the_rushes_o%27#Objective:_Save_Jim_Moor\|Jim Moor]]; unable to stop him giving support to the [[Rose_grow_the_rushes_o%27#Objective:_Kill_Red_Walder's_Descendants\|heirs of Red Walder]]; unable to bring [[Rose_grow_the_rushes_o%27#Objective:_Kill_Stephen_of_Sarcombe\|Stephen to justice]]. Despite heroic efforts, Jim was murdered at the same spot magistrates had once executed Red Walder; and where the death of the self-styled bandit king helped secure the prosperity of the Marches the slaughter of the beloved foot-the-ball player has put cracks in the morale of Mitwold.
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	As the Solstice ends, and the slow climb to Spring begins, this is Mitwold then. Riven by chaos, grieving, angry, afraid of what the future might hold. The people of Oddmire and Meade in thrall to the Jotun conquerors, the folk of the Meadows and the Downs worried that they might be next.		As the Solstice ends, and the slow climb to Spring begins, this is Mitwold then. Riven by chaos, grieving, angry, afraid of what the future might hold. The people of Oddmire and Meade in thrall to the Jotun conquerors, the folk of the Meadows and the Downs worried that they might be next.

	==Imperial Aid==		==Imperial Aid==
	Nobody doubted for one moment that the [[Drakes]] would return to Mitwold to fight the invading Jotun, and come they do. Out of [[Bregasland]], through [[Mournwold#Green March\|Green March]] and the outskirts of [[Mournwold#Alderly\|Alderly]], over the [[Mournwold#Chalkdowns\|Chalkdowns]] to the Golden Downs and a rendezvous with the other Imperial armies come to drive the Jotun out. With them, some ten thousand force under arms of [[military unit\|Imperial captains]] - Marcher folk of course, but next to them are sworn allies, a cohort of knights from [[Dawn]], [[Highguard\|Highborn]] guardians, and heroes of [[Wintermark]] among others. To meet this sea of red and black are the [[Tusks]], of course, but also the [[Golden Sun]], the [[Valiant Pegasus]], and the [[Green Shield]]. At their sides, the [[fortification#garrison\|garrison]] of [[Mitwold#Forte Fidelis\|Forte Fidelis]].		Nobody doubted for one moment that the [[Drakes]] would return to Mitwold to fight the invading Jotun, and come they do. Out of [[Bregasland]], through [[Mournwold#Green March\|Green March]] and the outskirts of [[Mournwold#Alderly\|Alderly]], over the [[Mournwold#Chalkdowns\|Chalkdowns]] to the Golden Downs and a rendezvous with the other Imperial armies come to drive the Jotun out. With them, some ten thousand force under arms of [[military unit\|Imperial captains]] - Marcher folk of course, but next to them are sworn allies, a cohort of knights from [[Dawn]], [[Highguard\|Highborn]] guardians, and heroes of [[Wintermark]] among others. To meet this sea of red and black are the [[Tusks]], of course, but also the [[Golden Sun]], the [[Valiant Pegasus]], and the [[Green Shield]]. At their sides, the [[fortification#garrison\|garrison]] of [[Mitwold#Forte Fidelis\|Forte Fidelis]].

GuiltyConscience: /* Game Information */

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Game Information

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	The battle at Wayford is the major engagement of this season, and is marked out by unpredictable magical effects. Marcher landskeepers believe it was likely caused by an unexpected interaction between the [[Astronomancy#Constellations\|constellation]] of [[the Fountain\|the Green Willow]] and the powerful [[curse]] of [[Rivers of Life]].		The battle at Wayford is the major engagement of this season, and is marked out by unpredictable magical effects. Marcher landskeepers believe it was likely caused by an unexpected interaction between the [[Astronomancy#Constellations\|constellation]] of [[the Fountain\|the Green Willow]] and the powerful [[curse]] of [[Rivers of Life]].

	The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack travelers, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#~~Banditry~~\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.		The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack travelers, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#Lawless\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.
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GuiltyConscience: /* Participation : Battle of Wayford */

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Participation : Battle of Wayford

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	The general of any armies in Mitwold, or anyone whose military unit supported one of the armies or reinforced the garrison of Forte Fidelis, may have fought at the Battle of Wayford. Those who did so may have been exposed to the wild healing curse that washed over the battlefield.		The general of any armies in Mitwold, or anyone whose military unit supported one of the armies or reinforced the garrison of Forte Fidelis, may have fought at the Battle of Wayford. Those who did so may have been exposed to the wild healing curse that washed over the battlefield.

	If your character has the [[briar]] [[lineage]] you may ~~uset his~~ as an opportunity to increase your [[Briar#Other_Trappings\|physical trappings]] if you wish, such as by adding additional [[Briar#Patches of bark\|bark]], or adding [[Briar#flowers\|flowers]]. In the latter case ''red'' flowers are particularly appropriate. You may also choose to intensify one or more of your [[Briar#Roleplaying\|roleplaying trappings]] either permanently or for the duration of the Spring Equinox. In either case, any briar character who fought at the Battle of Wayford begins the Spring Equinox with an additional, temporary, point of [[Combat skills#Endurance\|endurance]]. This point is the first lost when you take an injury, and cannot be restored. It fades by the end of the Spring Equinox regardless.		If your character has the [[briar]] [[lineage]] you may use this as an opportunity to increase your [[Briar#Other_Trappings\|physical trappings]] if you wish, such as by adding additional [[Briar#Patches of bark\|bark]], or adding [[Briar#flowers\|flowers]]. In the latter case ''red'' flowers are particularly appropriate. You may also choose to intensify one or more of your [[Briar#Roleplaying\|roleplaying trappings]] either permanently or for the duration of the Spring Equinox. In either case, any briar character who fought at the Battle of Wayford begins the Spring Equinox with an additional, temporary, point of [[Combat skills#Endurance\|endurance]]. This point is the first lost when you take an injury, and cannot be restored. It fades by the end of the Spring Equinox regardless.

	Any human character who does not have [[lineage]] and fought at the Battle of Wayford alongside their military unit (or was a general of one of the armies involved) may take this opportunity to develop the Briar lineage as a result of being repeatedly healed by wild Spring magic. You will need to email {{plot}} before midnight on the 27th of May with your PID. You will need to physrep your trappings; in addition to bark the addition of red flowers is particularly appropriate for showing that you gained your lineage as a result of the battle. Be aware that lineage is generally a ''permanent'' change to your character so think carefully about the commitment before you choose to embrace it. Also bear in mind that characters who already have lineage will ''not'' develop it due to the waters of Wayford.		Any human character who does not have [[lineage]] and fought at the Battle of Wayford alongside their military unit (or was a general of one of the armies involved) may take this opportunity to develop the Briar lineage as a result of being repeatedly healed by wild Spring magic. You will need to email {{plot}} before midnight on the 27th of May with your PID. You will need to physrep your trappings; in addition to bark the addition of red flowers is particularly appropriate for showing that you gained your lineage as a result of the battle. Be aware that lineage is generally a ''permanent'' change to your character so think carefully about the commitment before you choose to embrace it. Also bear in mind that characters who already have lineage will ''not'' develop it due to the waters of Wayford.

GuiltyConscience: /* Game Information */

2026-05-20T19:43:00Z

Game Information

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	The Corazón have been engaged in plundering Mitwold, seizing whatever wealth they can get hold of. The Green Shield have been using the [[Wintermark_military_concerns#Army_Orders\|fight with honour]] order; while it does not impede the Corazón, the fact the Wintermark army has chosen to do so is obvious to everyone in the territory.		The Corazón have been engaged in plundering Mitwold, seizing whatever wealth they can get hold of. The Green Shield have been using the [[Wintermark_military_concerns#Army_Orders\|fight with honour]] order; while it does not impede the Corazón, the fact the Wintermark army has chosen to do so is obvious to everyone in the territory.

	The battle at Wayford is the major engagement of this season, and is marked out by unpredictable magical effects. Marcher ~~landscapers~~ believe it was likely caused by an unexpected interaction between the [[Astronomancy#Constellations\|constellation]] of [[the Fountain\|the Green Willow]] and the powerful [[curse]] of [[Rivers of Life]].		The battle at Wayford is the major engagement of this season, and is marked out by unpredictable magical effects. Marcher landskeepers believe it was likely caused by an unexpected interaction between the [[Astronomancy#Constellations\|constellation]] of [[the Fountain\|the Green Willow]] and the powerful [[curse]] of [[Rivers of Life]].

	The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack travelers, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#Banditry\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.		The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack travelers, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#Banditry\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=MarcherBriar.jpg\|align=right\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=MarcherBriar.jpg\|align=right\|width=400}}

	==Participation : Battle of Wayford==		==Participation : Battle of Wayford==
	* '''Any character whose military unit participated in Mitwold this season may have been exposed to chaotic Spring magic'''		* '''Any character whose military unit participated in Mitwold this season may have been exposed to chaotic Spring magic'''

GuiltyConscience: /* Aftermath */

2026-05-20T19:42:37Z

Aftermath

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	They retreat, out of the Meadows, but no farther. The Green Shield try to push into Meade March, but they encounter too stiff a resistance to make much headway. While the Lasambrians can’t face the might of the Empire alone, even with their allies the Green Shield can’t face three entire armies by themselves and hope for more than limited victory. Yet even a limited victory, in such conditions, is still something of a triumph.		They retreat, out of the Meadows, but no farther. The Green Shield try to push into Meade March, but they encounter too stiff a resistance to make much headway. While the Lasambrians can’t face the might of the Empire alone, even with their allies the Green Shield can’t face three entire armies by themselves and hope for more than limited victory. Yet even a limited victory, in such conditions, is still something of a triumph.

	As the Equinox dawns, the Empire controls the ~~Meaows~~ and both Downs, the Jotun-Lasambrians hold Meade March and ~~Oddsmire~~. The Green Shield have made some small progress toward liberating Meade, but the city remains in the hands of the Jotun. The news that comes from Meade is not good - the Corazón have been through the place like butter through a goose. The Jotun who robbed the place last season were rank amateurs beside the orcs of the Lasambrian hills. At least, though, there has been no hint of an atrocity such as the one Stephen of Sarcombe planned.		As the Equinox dawns, the Empire controls the Meadows and both Downs, the Jotun-Lasambrians hold Meade March and Oddmire. The Green Shield have made some small progress toward liberating Meade, but the city remains in the hands of the Jotun. The news that comes from Meade is not good - the Corazón have been through the place like butter through a goose. The Jotun who robbed the place last season were rank amateurs beside the orcs of the Lasambrian hills. At least, though, there has been no hint of an atrocity such as the one Stephen of Sarcombe planned.

	As to Stephen himself… his warband has not been seen this season to the frustration of those who would ~~seem~~ him brought to book for his crimes. It is too much to hope he has been executed by his ''own side''. The general of the Tusks has placed a ten Throne bounty on his head, and that just adds to the enthusiasm of those who want to see him dead for what he has done not only to Jim Moor but to folk across the Marches whenever he has the chance. Indeed, there’s stories of friars supporting anyone prepared to make their grudge against the traitor concrete, to sanctify it with liao. The Valiant Pegasus in particular is concerned to hear of this, but in the confusion of battle there is little chance to investigate further.		As to Stephen himself… his warband has not been seen this season to the frustration of those who would see him brought to book for his crimes. It is too much to hope he has been executed by his ''own side''. The general of the Tusks has placed a ten Throne bounty on his head, and that just adds to the enthusiasm of those who want to see him dead for what he has done not only to Jim Moor but to folk across the Marches whenever he has the chance. Indeed, there’s stories of friars supporting anyone prepared to make their grudge against the traitor concrete, to sanctify it with liao. The Valiant Pegasus in particular is concerned to hear of this, but in the confusion of battle there is little chance to investigate further.

	Stephen himself might not be visible, but the ripples of his continued presence in Mitwold certainly are. It seems that he has been busy offering aid to the heirs of Red Walder - and they ''have'' been seen right enough. While Imperial armies fight to protect Mitwold, these cowards attack baggage trains and refugees alike, caring neither for the sanctity of the Marches nor for those who have already lost so much. The Golden Sun and the Valiant Pegasus drive the bandits off - they are in no position to face disciplined soldiers of the Empire - but where there are no soldiers the only defence is the militia organised by the garrison of Forte Fidelis and they are stretched to breaking. If the situation is allowed to continue, it’s anyone’s guess what the increasingly bold bandits - and their traitor patron - might try next.		Stephen himself might not be visible, but the ripples of his continued presence in Mitwold certainly are. It seems that he has been busy offering aid to the heirs of Red Walder - and they ''have'' been seen right enough. While Imperial armies fight to protect Mitwold, these cowards attack baggage trains and refugees alike, caring neither for the sanctity of the Marches nor for those who have already lost so much. The Golden Sun and the Valiant Pegasus drive the bandits off - they are in no position to face disciplined soldiers of the Empire - but where there are no soldiers the only defence is the militia organised by the garrison of Forte Fidelis and they are stretched to breaking. If the situation is allowed to continue, it’s anyone’s guess what the increasingly bold bandits - and their traitor patron - might try next.

Thespaceinvader: /* Aftermath */

2026-05-20T18:36:47Z

Aftermath

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	The battle of Wayford is not the last engagement of the war in Mitwold; far from it. The Lasambrians are chastened, but they do not abandon their ambitions. Perhaps they are a little more careful around the River Meade, leery of whatever dangerous water spirits possess its water. Twice more, though, they seek to cross from the Jotun-dominated side of the Meadows to the free side, but they are at pains to use the bridges that have stood for three centuries or more. Twice more, they are beaten back.		The battle of Wayford is not the last engagement of the war in Mitwold; far from it. The Lasambrians are chastened, but they do not abandon their ambitions. Perhaps they are a little more careful around the River Meade, leery of whatever dangerous water spirits possess its water. Twice more, though, they seek to cross from the Jotun-dominated side of the Meadows to the free side, but they are at pains to use the bridges that have stood for three centuries or more. Twice more, they are beaten back.

	At the same time, the Green Shields and their rune-armoured allies from the Summer realm use their momentum to push the orcs hard. They seize on their caution around the river, pursuing whenever they leave an opening or an unguarded flank. Engagement by engagement, the Winterfolk drive the Lasambrian Jotun back.A few Imperial warriors who perhaps should know better take to hurling buckets of water toward the Lasambrians during these scattered engagements, mocking their caution of the River Meade. The Winterfolk commanders have sharp words to say about such behaviour, and it mostly tails off. Mostly.		At the same time, the Green Shields and their rune-armoured allies from the Summer realm use their momentum to push the orcs hard. They seize on their caution around the river, pursuing whenever they leave an opening or an unguarded flank. Engagement by engagement, the Winterfolk drive the Lasambrian Jotun back. A few Imperial warriors who perhaps should know better take to hurling buckets of water toward the Lasambrians during these scattered engagements, mocking their caution of the River Meade. The Winterfolk commanders have sharp words to say about such behaviour, and it mostly tails off. Mostly.

	Whenever the invaders are forced to retreat, the Tusks and the Drakes are there to hold what the Green Shield have taken. As the Spring Equinox gets closer, its clear to everyone that the Hierro and the Escuta can’t hold out in the Meadows. Perhaps its the terrain - too much of it is simply flat open ground and as they have demonstrated in Segura they are not at their best in such conditions. Perhaps its the fervour of the defence, the common folk of the Marches inspired by the Drakes, organised by Forte Fidelis, refusing to give any more ground to the invaders.		Whenever the invaders are forced to retreat, the Tusks and the Drakes are there to hold what the Green Shield have taken. As the Spring Equinox gets closer, its clear to everyone that the Hierro and the Escuta can’t hold out in the Meadows. Perhaps its the terrain - too much of it is simply flat open ground and as they have demonstrated in Segura they are not at their best in such conditions. Perhaps its the fervour of the defence, the common folk of the Marches inspired by the Drakes, organised by Forte Fidelis, refusing to give any more ground to the invaders.
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	As the Equinox dawns, the Empire controls the Meaows and both Downs, the Jotun-Lasambrians hold Meade March and Oddsmire. The Green Shield have made some small progress toward liberating Meade, but the city remains in the hands of the Jotun. The news that comes from Meade is not good - the Corazón have been through the place like butter through a goose. The Jotun who robbed the place last season were rank amateurs beside the orcs of the Lasambrian hills. At least, though, there has been no hint of an atrocity such as the one Stephen of Sarcombe planned.		As the Equinox dawns, the Empire controls the Meaows and both Downs, the Jotun-Lasambrians hold Meade March and Oddsmire. The Green Shield have made some small progress toward liberating Meade, but the city remains in the hands of the Jotun. The news that comes from Meade is not good - the Corazón have been through the place like butter through a goose. The Jotun who robbed the place last season were rank amateurs beside the orcs of the Lasambrian hills. At least, though, there has been no hint of an atrocity such as the one Stephen of Sarcombe planned.

	As to Stephen himself… his warband has not been seen this season to the frustration of those who would seem him brought to book for his crimes. It is too much to hope he has been executed by his ''own ~~sid~~''. The general of the Tusks has placed a ten Throne bounty on his head, and that just adds to the enthusiasm of those who want to see him dead for what he has done not only to Jim Moor but to folk across the Marches whenever he has the chance. Indeed, there’s stories of friars supporting anyone prepared to make their grudge against the traitor concrete, to sanctify it with liao. The Valiant Pegasus in particular is concerned to hear of this, but in the confusion of battle there is little chance to investigate further.		As to Stephen himself… his warband has not been seen this season to the frustration of those who would seem him brought to book for his crimes. It is too much to hope he has been executed by his ''own side''. The general of the Tusks has placed a ten Throne bounty on his head, and that just adds to the enthusiasm of those who want to see him dead for what he has done not only to Jim Moor but to folk across the Marches whenever he has the chance. Indeed, there’s stories of friars supporting anyone prepared to make their grudge against the traitor concrete, to sanctify it with liao. The Valiant Pegasus in particular is concerned to hear of this, but in the confusion of battle there is little chance to investigate further.

	Stephen himself might not be visible, but the ripples of his continued presence in Mitwold certainly are. It seems that he has been busy offering aid to the heirs of Red Walder - and they ''have'' been seen right enough. While Imperial armies fight to protect Mitwold, these cowards attack baggage trains and refugees alike, caring neither for the sanctity of the Marches nor for those who have already lost so much. The Golden Sun and the Valiant Pegasus drive the bandits off - they are in no position to face disciplined soldiers of the Empire - but where there are no soldiers the only defence is the militia organised by the garrison of Forte Fidelis and they are stretched to breaking. If the situation is allowed to continue, it’s anyone’s guess what the increasingly bold bandits - and their traitor patron - might try next.		Stephen himself might not be visible, but the ripples of his continued presence in Mitwold certainly are. It seems that he has been busy offering aid to the heirs of Red Walder - and they ''have'' been seen right enough. While Imperial armies fight to protect Mitwold, these cowards attack baggage trains and refugees alike, caring neither for the sanctity of the Marches nor for those who have already lost so much. The Golden Sun and the Valiant Pegasus drive the bandits off - they are in no position to face disciplined soldiers of the Empire - but where there are no soldiers the only defence is the militia organised by the garrison of Forte Fidelis and they are stretched to breaking. If the situation is allowed to continue, it’s anyone’s guess what the increasingly bold bandits - and their traitor patron - might try next.
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	For now though, Spring comes to the Marches and away from the battlefront, the rhythms of life reassert themselves. Ploughing, planting, planning for the year to come. As the last of the healing rains fall, green shoots begin to unfurl. Whatever else happens, it looks like this year will see a bumper harvest in Mitwold. Thirsty soil in the best soil, after all.		For now though, Spring comes to the Marches and away from the battlefront, the rhythms of life reassert themselves. Ploughing, planting, planning for the year to come. As the last of the healing rains fall, green shoots begin to unfurl. Whatever else happens, it looks like this year will see a bumper harvest in Mitwold. Thirsty soil in the best soil, after all.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=RegionsofMitwold.png\|align=right\|width=300}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=RegionsofMitwold.png\|align=right\|width=300}}

	==Game Information==		==Game Information==
	* '''The Empire has driven the barbarians out of the Meadows, reclaiming the region'''		* '''The Empire has driven the barbarians out of the Meadows, reclaiming the region'''

Beeswax: /* Participation : Battle of Wayford */

2026-05-20T18:33:58Z

Participation : Battle of Wayford

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	The general of any armies in Mitwold, or anyone whose military unit supported one of the armies or reinforced the garrison of Forte Fidelis, may have fought at the Battle of Wayford. Those who did so may have been exposed to the wild healing curse that washed over the battlefield.		The general of any armies in Mitwold, or anyone whose military unit supported one of the armies or reinforced the garrison of Forte Fidelis, may have fought at the Battle of Wayford. Those who did so may have been exposed to the wild healing curse that washed over the battlefield.

	If your character has the [[briar]] [[lineage]] you may uset his as an opportunity to increase your [[Briar#Other_Trappings\|physical trappings]] if you wish, such as by adding additional [[Briar#Patches of bark\|bark]], or adding [[Briar#flowers\|flowers]]. In the latter case ''red'' flowers are particularly appropriate. You may also choose to intensify one or more of your [[Briar#Roleplaying\|roleplaying trappings]] either permanently or for the duration of the Spring Equinox. In either case, any briar character who fought at the Battle of Wayford begins the Spring Equinox with an additional, temporary, point of Combat skills#Endurance\|endurance]]. This point is the first lost when you take an injury, and cannot be restored. It fades by the end of the Spring Equinox regardless.		If your character has the [[briar]] [[lineage]] you may uset his as an opportunity to increase your [[Briar#Other_Trappings\|physical trappings]] if you wish, such as by adding additional [[Briar#Patches of bark\|bark]], or adding [[Briar#flowers\|flowers]]. In the latter case ''red'' flowers are particularly appropriate. You may also choose to intensify one or more of your [[Briar#Roleplaying\|roleplaying trappings]] either permanently or for the duration of the Spring Equinox. In either case, any briar character who fought at the Battle of Wayford begins the Spring Equinox with an additional, temporary, point of [[Combat skills#Endurance\|endurance]]. This point is the first lost when you take an injury, and cannot be restored. It fades by the end of the Spring Equinox regardless.

	Any human character who does not have [[lineage]] and fought at the Battle of Wayford alongside their military unit (or was a general of one of the armies involved) may take this opportunity to develop the Briar lineage as a result of being repeatedly healed by wild Spring magic. You will need to email {{plot}} before midnight on the 27th of May with your PID. You will need to physrep your trappings; in addition to bark the addition of red flowers is particularly appropriate for showing that you gained your lineage as a result of the battle. Be aware that lineage is generally a ''permanent'' change to your character so think carefully about the commitment before you choose to embrace it. Also bear in mind that characters who already have lineage will ''not'' develop it due to the waters of Wayford.		Any human character who does not have [[lineage]] and fought at the Battle of Wayford alongside their military unit (or was a general of one of the armies involved) may take this opportunity to develop the Briar lineage as a result of being repeatedly healed by wild Spring magic. You will need to email {{plot}} before midnight on the 27th of May with your PID. You will need to physrep your trappings; in addition to bark the addition of red flowers is particularly appropriate for showing that you gained your lineage as a result of the battle. Be aware that lineage is generally a ''permanent'' change to your character so think carefully about the commitment before you choose to embrace it. Also bear in mind that characters who already have lineage will ''not'' develop it due to the waters of Wayford.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Assembly_Marcher.png\|align=right\|width=200}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Assembly_Marcher.png\|align=right\|width=200}}

	==Participation : Holding a Grudge==		==Participation : Holding a Grudge==
	* '''Any Marcher whose military unit supported the fighting in Mitwold may choose to have been inspired by the preaching of Friar Book'''		* '''Any Marcher whose military unit supported the fighting in Mitwold may choose to have been inspired by the preaching of Friar Book'''

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	The battle at Wayford is the major engagement of this season, and is marked out by unpredictable magical effects. Marcher landskeepers believe it was likely caused by an unexpected interaction between the [[Astronomancy#Constellations\|constellation]] of [[the Fountain\|the Green Willow]] and the powerful [[curse]] of [[Rivers of Life]].		The battle at Wayford is the major engagement of this season, and is marked out by unpredictable magical effects. Marcher landskeepers believe it was likely caused by an unexpected interaction between the [[Astronomancy#Constellations\|constellation]] of [[the Fountain\|the Green Willow]] and the powerful [[curse]] of [[Rivers of Life]].

	The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack travelers, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#~~Banditry~~\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.		The heirs of Red Walder - the three would-be bandit chiefs who escaped from Imperial heroes at the Winter Solstice - are causing trouble in Mitwold. With support and weapons from Stephen of Sarcombe, they are taking every opportunity to raid baggage trains, attack travelers, and even assault small, outlying farms. At the moment their impact is not great - at least not on the people who aren't on the receiving end of their attacks - but there is the potential for serious problems in the future. As such, the regions of the Meadows, Maiden Downs and Golden Downs have all gained the ''[[Region qualities#Lawless\|Banditry]]'' quality representing the impact of their criminal actions.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=MarcherBriar.jpg\|align=right\|width=400}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=MarcherBriar.jpg\|align=right\|width=400}}