Yiiss. More people, this shall be good.

I want a minimum of 6 to start, but if we get more I'll add more Duchies.

Alright so I'm interested. Not sure if you'll add more fiefs but for now I'll be picking one of the two remaining and a sheet will be up soon.

Name of Lord/Lady: Duke James Conrad, Self-Given title/what his people refer to him as Vizier James Conrad or The Snake of the Mountain

Physical Description: James is a man of average height standing 5'5" he is a very pale man who appears weak to those that see him. While he carries a scar along his face it wasn't from battle yet no one knows where he had received it and is a mystery to this day. James often wears the finest clothing available when in public to show his own and as well as his lands prosperity.

Claimed Fief:3. The Summit: (Unclaimed): A prosperous mountain enclave that is easily defended, the region entitled the Summit is a similarly far away region in the far North. The mines there are an immense source of wealth for the Kingdom, but it requires constant foodstuffs from the highlands, lest it starve out. Similarly, the Hold of Mathak is a viable trading outpost with the Dwarves of Tharag.
STATS: 700,000 Citizens | 1,000 Men-at-Arms, 0 Cavalry, 500 Knights | Produces 0 Grain/10 Gold/12 Iron | No Roads | 0 Fortress | Requires 7 Grain/Season. | 0 Unrest

Basic History: The Conrads are a mysterious family that has ruled the summit every since it's conquest. Some believe them to be masters of intrigue who often create crisis to gather more power. Some believe they were old friends and administrators to the Kings and the most loyal servants thus providing the kingdom with ample gold and iron. Whatever the truth maybe one thing is certain the Conrads always survive

Much like his family James is a mysterious fellow. It is assumed he was the sole heir when his parents died when he was 16 however there are terrible rumors that stated his had 2 siblings who disappeared a short year before his parents accident. Yet his rule was fine for his land and kingdom as a whole. He provided iron and gold to the King in return for a steady supply of food. At age 25 he joined the royal court as an advisor to the King however he was dismissed 2 years later for different reasons based on who is asking and who is answering but the 2 most pronounced are that his disagreed with King Timault on attacking the orcs and was dismissed for arguing with the king. Other say he planted seeds of descent in the King and other advisors ear that lead the King to war and ultimately his death. Yet he returns to the capital after mere months of his dismissal only time will tell what James truly did or didn’t do.a

Background: Administrator (Bonus to Govern Rolls)

Name of Lord/Lady: Duke James Conrad, Self-Given title/what his people refer to him as Vizier James Conrad or The Snake of the Mountain

Physical Description: James is a man of average height standing 5'5" he is a very pale man who appears weak to those that see him. While he carries a scar along his face it wasn't from battle yet no one knows where he had received it and is a mystery to this day. James often wears the finest clothing available when in public to show his own and as well as his lands prosperity.

Claimed Fief:3. The Summit: (Unclaimed): A prosperous mountain enclave that is easily defended, the region entitled the Summit is a similarly far away region in the far North. The mines there are an immense source of wealth for the Kingdom, but it requires constant foodstuffs from the highlands, lest it starve out. Similarly, the Hold of Mathak is a viable trading outpost with the Dwarves of Tharag.
STATS: 700,000 Citizens | 1,000 Men-at-Arms, 0 Cavalry, 500 Knights | Produces 0 Grain/10 Gold/12 Iron | No Roads | 0 Fortress | Requires 7 Grain/Season. | 0 Unrest

Basic History: The Conrads are a mysterious family that has ruled the summit every since it's conquest. Some believe them to be masters of intrigue who often create crisis to gather more power. Some believe they were old friends and administrators to the Kings and the most loyal servants thus providing the kingdom with ample gold and iron. Whatever the truth maybe one thing is certain the Conrads always survive

Much like his family James is a mysterious fellow. It is assumed he was the sole heir when his parents died when he was 16 however there are terrible rumors that stated his had 2 siblings who disappeared a short year before his parents accident. Yet his rule was fine for his land and kingdom as a whole. He provided iron and gold to the King in return for a steady supply of food. At age 25 he joined the royal court as an advisor to the King however he was dismissed 2 years later for different reasons based on who is asking and who is answering but the 2 most pronounced are that his disagreed with King Timault on attacking the orcs and was dismissed for arguing with the king. Other say he planted seeds of descent in the King and other advisors ear that lead the King to war and ultimately his death. Yet he returns to the capital after mere months of his dismissal only time will tell what James truly did or didn’t do.a

Background: Administrator (Bonus to Govern Rolls)

Accepted!

Also not sure if you wanna use a discord or something for OOC chats but here. us21.chatzy.com/52025423963437

Personally I say Discord is overall better than Chatzy; I could easily get a dedicated RP channel on the Guild's chat.

Minimum 2 More Players to start the game.

I'm interested in claiming Enea if it's still available. It's described as having some history with elves, would having a half elf or elven character be an option? If not trying to pursue some trade and maybe marriage alliances as an early character story.

I'm interested in claiming Enea if it's still available. It's described as having some history with elves, would having a half elf or elven character be an option? If not trying to pursue some trade and maybe marriage alliances as an early character story.

I believe a half elf or full blood elf would be acceptable. You'd garner favor with the Elves and some disdain from your own serfs (especially if you were an elf), but it's a cool angle. I've inherently left info on the other nations bland until the game gets going but there are both Woodland Elves and more stoic, isolated High Elves present, so feel free to use either stereotype for your character creation. Glad to have you on board.

Interested and declaring my claim on the Duchy of Jauneau.

Name of Lord/Lady Duchess Anfel Allard

Physical Description:As a half-elf Anfel has the slight build and pointed features of her mother's side, though softened by her human blood. Her pale auburn hair reaches past her shoulders though is usually tied into thick braids for sake of ease. A smattering of freckles goes across the bridge of her nose and her shoulders. It is agreed between both the common folk and the nobility that the lady of Enea has a most lyrical voice and her slender hands are skilled with both a lyre and a mandolin, though given her station she very rarely puts on any kind of performance except perhaps when hosting a party where such things would be appropriate. There she can show off her knowledge of poetry and legends, indeed Anfel's library back in Stag's Hearth is quite famous, having aquired many texts from passing merchants from Osteria and beyond.

Her eyes are an exceedingly dark blue and she is often seen wearing garments in her family colours, favouring jade greens and silver jewelry. Anfels outfits are often practical in nature, in her daily life she prefers loose fitting trousers and doublets, claiming to always want to be ready for whatever the rugged lands of her duchy may require (Of course these garmants are still clearly of fine make and design). While for more formal affairs such as dealing with other nobles and ceremonies she summons forth her gowns and dresses, a situation she relishes.

Claimed Fief: 4. Enea

Basic History: House Allard have had a long and respected history in Osteria. Although not the origional lords of Enea they were loyal vassals to the first Dukes and have a bloodline that can trace itself back to the dawn of the Kingdom. Their ascension to this higher rank did not come through some bloody rebellion or dark plots, simply the winds of fate and birth. The old Duke Cawdor did not leave and heir to carry on his line and his last remaining relative was a niece married to the current lord Osren Allard (fifth of his name) and so the passing of the torch came. Of course that was nearly a century ago, to those living now the Allards have always been associated with Enea, their home town of Stag's Hearth with its roots growing deep throughout the province.

The new arms of Enea are a white stag, laying calmly on a green field, shown with a crown of ivory coloured flowers adorning its antlers. The Allards were never considered one of the grandest houses. Noble, yes. Respected in their way but humble as well. Their lands lacked the great farmlands of Marethia or the industrious mines of The Summit. Yet they worked the woods to their will, hunting, farming and growing strong. No one went hungry and thanks to their roads sending timber to all the realm few fell into poverty. The Allards were considered a handy ally to have but a house easily forgotten compared to others.

That was until their last house patriarch, Osrick, married himself a damn elf! It was always considered a duty of the house to keep the peace with the wood elves of Cilhedon. Osteria could ill afford being sandwiched between the orcish hordes and the elves of the east. No one ever expected a noble to marry one though! That was something the woodsmen in the border hamlets did. So the seat of the east fell to a half-elf, something the common folk are still getting used to.

Background: Diplomat (Bonus to Diplomacy Rolls)

As a lady of high birth Anfel has been taught manners and etiquette from a young age for both human and elven courts. Given the prickly response her heritage tends to bring out in others she had to learn quickly how to navigate her way out of hostile situations. Better to try making a friend before creating an enemy.

Of course she isn't the only one of her house who has a way with words. Given their mysterious foreign neighbors and the number of trade routes going through their lands the Allards have made sure to keep competent liaisons within the merchant guilds and a small cadre of professional envoys and diplomats on hand.

Name of Lord/Lady Duchess Anfel Allard

Physical Description:As a half-elf Anfel has the slight build and pointed features of her mother's side, though softened by her human blood. Her pale auburn hair reaches past her shoulders though is usually tied into thick braids for sake of ease. A smattering of freckles goes across the bridge of her nose and her shoulders. It is agreed between both the common folk and the nobility that the lady of Enea has a most lyrical voice and her slender hands are skilled with both a lyre and a mandolin, though given her station she very rarely puts on any kind of performance except perhaps when hosting a party where such things would be appropriate. There she can show off her knowledge of poetry and legends, indeed Anfel's library back in Stag's Hearth is quite famous, having aquired many texts from passing merchants from Osteria and beyond.

Her eyes are an exceedingly dark blue and she is often seen wearing garments in her family colours, favouring jade greens and silver jewelry. Anfels outfits are often practical in nature, in her daily life she prefers loose fitting trousers and doublets, claiming to always want to be ready for whatever the rugged lands of her duchy may require (Of course these garmants are still clearly of fine make and design). While for more formal affairs such as dealing with other nobles and ceremonies she summons forth her gowns and dresses, a situation she relishes.

Claimed Fief: 4. Enea

Basic History: House Allard have had a long and respected history in Osteria. Although not the origional lords of Enea they were loyal vassals to the first Dukes and have a bloodline that can trace itself back to the dawn of the Kingdom. Their ascension to this higher rank did not come through some bloody rebellion or dark plots, simply the winds of fate and birth. The old Duke Cawdor did not leave and heir to carry on his line and his last remaining relative was a niece married to the current lord Osren Allard (fifth of his name) and so the passing of the torch came. Of course that was nearly a century ago, to those living now the Allards have always been associated with Enea, their home town of Stag's Hearth with its roots growing deep throughout the province.

The new arms of Enea are a white stag, laying calmly on a green field, shown with a crown of ivory coloured flowers adorning its antlers. The Allards were never considered one of the grandest houses. Noble, yes. Respected in their way but humble as well. Their lands lacked the great farmlands of Marethia or the industrious mines of The Summit. Yet they worked the woods to their will, hunting, farming and growing strong. No one went hungry and thanks to their roads sending timber to all the realm few fell into poverty. The Allards were considered a handy ally to have but a house easily forgotten compared to others.

That was until their last house patriarch, Osrick, married himself a damn elf! It was always considered a duty of the house to keep the peace with the wood elves of Cilhedon. Osteria could ill afford being sandwiched between the orcish hordes and the elves of the east. No one ever expected a noble to marry one though! That was something the woodsmen in the border hamlets did. So the seat of the east fell to a half-elf, something the common folk are still getting used to.

Background: Diplomat (Bonus to Diplomacy Rolls)

As a lady of high birth Anfel has been taught manners and etiquette from a young age for both human and elven courts. Given the prickly response her heritage tends to bring out in others she had to learn quickly how to navigate her way out of hostile situations. Better to try making a friend before creating an enemy.

Of course she isn't the only one of her house who has a way with words. Given their mysterious foreign neighbors and the number of trade routes going through their lands the Allards have made sure to keep competent liaisons within the merchant guilds and a small cadre of professional envoys and diplomats on hand.

Accepted. Excellent application.

I'm adding 2 additional landholds now.

If you've been accepted, post it in the character sheet. Thanks.

Name of Lord Baron Conrad Sforza
Physical Description:

Once described as tall, blonde, and handsome with light green eyes, the Red Pox has left Baron Sforza pockmarked and disfigured. While he survived the effects of the disease, it was not without cost. The Baron has shaved his head, except for a warriors top knot. His body is marked from scars, both from the diseases, battle wounds, and self inflicted lashes when Sforza is in a particularly zealous mood.

Claimed Fief: Lussex
Basic History:

Conrad Sforza was never expected to rule or inherit, the third son of Francesco Sforza, it was expected that Conrad would have to seek his fortune on the battlefield or don the robes of a priest. But then the Red Pox ravaged Lussex, three generations of Sforza's were consigned to the earth. Conrad, a teenager survived the pox, but the plague left him physically ravaged in both body and mind.

Conrad believed that he was spared for a reason, the boy who once scoffed at the notion of God and sought the pleasures of flesh now spends hours in silent prayer. While some have called Conrad's sanity into question, no one can doubt his bravery in battle. The Baron personally leads the Lussex Flagbearers against the wretched creatures of the Floodplain's, trusting in God and his sword arm to bring him victory against the wretched abominations.

The Sforza's call their ancestral keep of Cambria home. The castle town is once a shadow of its former self, a relic of the age when the Sforza's answered to no King or liege lord. Time like everything else however has brought a great deal of change. Now the Sforza's pay lip service to the Summit. While Conrad has sworn an oath of loyalty to liege and god, the actions of his Duke and his mysterious past have never sat well with the man who now occupies Cambria. With the throne vacant, uncertain times lay ahead for Osteria and its people.

Background: Champion

@Dogematix You should join the discord so we can chat history.

@LordZellI'm discording super hard right now!

@Dogematix Who are you on discord? I haven't seen you on the user list.

@ClocktowerEchosSame name as I am here.

EDIT: Just realised i'm not on proper discord I don't think. I followed the link Zell put up here.