[OOC] The Elder Scrolls: Fruits of Contention - Chapter 1 (Completed)

[ButtsnBalls]

I am confused as to what is transpiring in this conversation.

@POOHEAD189

[Frizan]

All this talk of rushing points and I'm just over here like

[ButtsnBalls]

The next issue of the Tamrielic Gazette will arrive on the 19th. "Madura" also gets a shiny new arm.

Headlines

News

Tamriel: Bloodmoon ended on the 17th. Speculations are that Alinor manipulated lunar patterns to intimadate Khajiits out of their alliance with Cyrodiil. Semi-humorous "moon lottery" draws the ire of Khajiits.

Elsweyr: Senchal, the last stronghold of pro-independence Pelletine, was overran following a two-week siege. The Anequina general leading the assault was Ri’Nhazi-Do. Casualties were staggering for both sides. Citizens in Senchal continued to resist even after the mayor surrendered; hundreds were massacred as retaliation. Many interviewed likened Senchal to a slaughterhouse.

Dozens have been abducted from Elsweyr coasts as strange ships are sighted from the far south.

Skyrim: Rumors surrounding the High King’s death were confirmed by a guard last week. The guard, fearing for exposure, refused to share any details regarding the Dragonborn’s sudden demise. Whiterun jarl Balgruuf called for a moot, but Stormcloak hardliners, led by General Manis, disregarded this. The moot is nearing completion, consisting of Balgruuf, Elisif and Sorli. Dengeir of Stuhn attended only as an observer, as his government in Falkreath was overthrown by Rebels led by Svari Ice-Heart. Meanwhile, Manis declared himself generalissimo of the Nordic Army, took over the Reach (with troops previously assigned against Forsworns) and abducted Rift jarl Laila Law-Giver to pressure other jarls. Maven Black-Briar capitalized on Laila's abduction and led a coup with the help of the Thieves Guild and Penitus Oculatus agents, succeeding in crowning herself jarl.

Dawnstar jarl Skald remains behind to monitor the Kamal battlefront, he is tentatively cooperating with the White River Braves. The Orc stronghold of Narzulbur in Eastmarch was wiped out by snow demons, causing other strongholds to declare war against the Kamal. A second wave of refugees have fled occupied Windhelm. These people were part of a failed citizen uprising when pit fighter Tennant Ibnazh challenged a Kamal officer to unarmed combat, almost won and beaten to death by lesser Kamals (a Dunmer werewolf called Relmyna also gave her life in the process). The uprising was eventually put down, and those failing to escape were killed and dumped into sea. Two days later, five hundred Dunmer armigers entered Eastmarch and allied with the Kamals. The armiger commander was installed as the military governor of occupied territories. There is no declaration of war or comments of any kind from the Nerevarine.

Both Manis and Balgruuf urged for the utmost effort in repelling the invaders. However, they have only sent token forces to Eastmarch as loyalist guards and hardline Stormcloaks took up positions against each other. The northern half of Eastmarch is currently occupied, with Mixwater Mill, Fort Kastav, Steamcrag Camp and Nightgate Inn as frontline. 2000 Kamals and 500 Dunmers form an invasion force of 2500. The resistance led by the Braves numbers around 1500.

Cyrodiil offered aid but no words on whether that is accepted or not.

Morrowind: The Nerevarine' sole appearance was declaring martial law on Vvardenfell. Foreigners are barred from the island. He said all Dunmers fighting for foreign powers will be striped of citizenship.

The Nerevarine's attempt to manufacture war golems backfires. A refurbished Dwemer factory exploded, killing majority of the engineers. Though officials have no comments, an anonymous source blame Argonian saboteurs. (A full op-ed will be in our upcoming magazine, the Tamrielic Guess It)

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Black Marsh: Thorn has fallen to what is assumed to be Akaviri invaders. Confused refugees claim being beset on by "snakes and monkeys". The Great Houses of Morrowind formally declared war on Argonia three days after, their reasons are decades of raids and bizarre deaths on Vvardenfell. Morrowind made no comments regarding southern Akaviri forces but is widely believed to be collaborating.

^{Saxhleel priest comments on the duty of every Argonian. (more on next page)}

Dragontail Mountains: Orcs from Orsinium and beyond attack the Redguard town of Dragon Gate, in retaliation for a massive theft of their forges last month. The suspects have crossed into Hammerfell. Orsinium's demand for an investigation was rewarded with only condescending rhetoric from Redguard officials. As a result, over 1000 Orc warriors razed Dragon Gate and killed every Redguard there (including children and elderly).

Leading the Orc attack was the chieftain of Mors Yalgrond, Lurbuk. In an exclusive interview, he cites his predecessor, Orakh, as inspiration.

^{(Are you an Orc not feeling the "warrior's death"? Come to Kurog's Retreat near Jehanna. Best retirement property four years in a row; no punks on your lawn guaranteed or your money back!)}

Hammerfall: Redguard dictator Temijen declares war against the Orcs as a result, they also mobilize against the Dominion, because of the naval battle at Stros M'Kai (Hammerfell vs. Alinor, over 50 ships sunk on both sides) and the situation in Valenwood (1/3 under joint Imperial-Redguard occupation). His action caused rifts in the forced Forebear-Crown alliance. Widespread conscription have already prompted insular tribes and knight orders to cut ties with Sentinel.

Cyrodiil: Imperial ornithologists unveiled their magic-infused messenger birds. One was used by Maven to contact Cyrodiil. These birds can fly 1.5 times faster than regular pigeons and traverse twice the standard distance. The wing augmenting formula is code-named "Red Minotaur".

Emperor Gaius is paralyzed following a failed assassination. The Nibenese secret society known as the Seventh Estate (rumored to be vampires), is the prime suspect. Individuals associated with the assassins broke out prisoners from Imperial City prison. Known escapees include Caius Speculatus, a former guard captain now likely to be working with the Seventh Estate. The Elder Council has reissued death sentence for Caius.

Since its coverage in our last issue, the disease known as Cyrodilic Disconnect have claimed its first fatalities. Dozens are dead across the Imperial Province, their corpses resembling the victims of soul trap. It is unknown where this disease originated or why it does not spread to other regions. Alchemist Angela Venarius, a native of Chorrol, managed produce a working cure. However, Venarius has fled to Daggerfall following compensation disagreement with the count.

High Rock: Allied Breton forces extend siege against Wayrest. Pirate lord Ambrose Mackin reportedly escaped blockade with his old accomplice, Blaise Dupont. Troop movements suggest the allies are gearing up to take the city.

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Entertainment

Music: A song of clemency. Petition for pardoning Felix aep Caileach (born Trentius); a bard, traitor, mercenary and first to fall against the Kamals. (more on page 5)

Celebrity: Shocking! Redguard bard Cristoffer Braun admits to beating spouse! (more on page 4)

Lifestyle: Enchanters HATE him! Discover how an Argonian peasant put THREE enchantments on his pitchfork with ONE SIMPLE TRICK!

Sports: The journey from adoring fan to champion gladiator. (more on page 8)

Weather: Analysis of northern blizzards in warm seasons. (more on back page)

Edit: reformatted. Also added this issue and the last to Text Collection (OOC post 2).

[ButtsnBalls]

Inviting some people.

@Culluket and @Hellis, Dervish said you guys would be interested in TES RPs.

@Greenie, saw you lurking about. Wanna join us?

[Greenie]

@Greenie, saw you lurking about. Wanna join us?

@gcold

I lurk a lot. As much as I wish to... unfortunately I cannot since I haven't actually played the Elder Scrolls T.T

[Leidenschaft]

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I lurk a lot. As much as I wish to... unfortunately I cannot since I haven't actually played the Elder Scrolls T.T

@Greenie

Heresy

[Greenie]

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Heresy

@Leidenschaft

D: Not by choice, I assure you!

[Dervish]

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@gcold

[Dervish]

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I lurk a lot. As much as I wish to... unfortunately I cannot since I haven't actually played the Elder Scrolls T.T

@Greenie

Oh hi!

It's my favorite stalker :'D

[ButtsnBalls]

@Dervish

[Greenie]

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Oh hi!

It's my favorite stalker :'D

@Dervish

>.>
<.<

Completely on purpose, I assure you! :P

[Dervish]

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@gcold

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>.>
<.<

Completely on purpose, I assure you! :P

@Greenie

I'd be disappointed otherwise.

Sooo disappointed.

[Greenie]

I'd be disappointed otherwise.

Sooo disappointed.

@Dervish

And of course that's the last thing I'd ever want ;w;

Right, I'll stop spamming the thread now. ^_^'

[Peik]

Lifestyle: Enchanters HATE him! Discover how an Argonian peasant put THREE enchantments on his pitchfork with ONE SIMPLE TRICK!

@gcold

[Hellis]

Hm. I do find myself in only TWO RP's at the moment... I might just have time...

[Dervish]

Hm. I do find myself in only TWO RP's at the moment... I might just have time...

@Hellis

You were in mein Eldah Scrollz game.

You can be in dis one.

[Hellis]

Yes. But will Valen fit into this one, is the question

[Dervish]

Yes. But will Valen fit into this one, is the question

@Hellis

Honestly, without much issue.

[ButtsnBalls]

Yes. But will Valen fit into this one, is the question

@Hellis

What Dervs said. We can help you adapt your character into the story if you're interested.

[Dervish]

Farid was all, "Let me play you the song of my people".