September 12, 2004 - Battle of Monlon

Monlon has seen much action in recent years. For a long stretch of time, the numbers and sheer ferocity of the Cineran troops terrorized the nearby fronts, making it a death trap for all but the most skilled of Iridine's warrior residents. A shadow of doom spread over the Holy City for some time, slowly making itself known. Then suddenly, the silent eye of the storm passed, and once more, Cineran Warlords pressed their might directly upon the city. Most of the northern district was immediately sacked and pillaged, though a desperate stand by citizens within the city managed to hold off the horde at the city's center. Unfortunately, campaigning Sordo Calsuan and several of his troops were trapped some distance north of the city, without help. Similarily, the ferry leading to and from Monlon had been destroyed, preventing those inside Monlon to seek further reinforcements.

Oddly enough, aid came in the form of several Aestivan troops, after their leader, General Narisse, declared a rescindment of their alliance to the Cineran cause, allowing a small number of her Hoplite troops to take up arms against their former allies in Monlon. The pious people of Aestiva could not tolorate seeing Ereal's Holy City ravaged and desecrated.

Together, these forces managed to hold their own, but it was obvious that they were hard-pressed. A large cart was prepared, disguised as a common trade caravan, wherein hid fresh troops and new supplies. Once in Monlon, they were able to add to the defensive effort. Slowly but surely, the Cinerans were pushed back to the traditional barricades that seperated battlefield from city.

That did not stop the horde, though. Even after losing Warlord Juxta and the former legio pallisade to the Iridinian defenders, they sent one last desperate attack against the city that lasted several hours. At the same time, Sordo's forces could be seen to the north, fighting for their very survival. Through a stroke of luck (or perhaps favor of the sun god), Calsuan was able to receive Grey Swan reinforcements. With that extra help, he was able to break free of the Cinerans oppressing him and his troups. At the same time, the Monlon defenders (led by then-Tribune Adipus Vestrunius) held off the pressing forces long enough for Sordo to bear down upon the Cinerans in a crushing victory.

The Holy City is now again under full Iridinian control. There are talks with the Aestivans, and mention of them visiting the city soon, in the hopes of improving relations. Sordo Calsuan, in honor of his leadership and victories, had the honorable name of Cinius added to his own. Now that Monlon has been appointed an Assistant Governor (Talius Noraetis) to help Governor Flavius rebuild the Republic's most hallowed of cities, things look very promising, now that the shadow of war has passed by the Holy City, sparing her.

Here is a list of all the PCs/PNPCs involved in Monlon's defense (in alphabetical order):

Adipus Vestrunius, Aestas, Aestivan Hoplites (3 of them), Ailell, Aisly, Andrewius, Ansgar, Apartius, Cendarin, Cipriana, Corvous, Dackel, Dalos, Darakna, Durus, Dyrocles, Guiles, Haxamus, Ilione, Kalis, Karagoth, Kerck, Kered, Kelles, Kordoyn, Lanae, Lanciuss, Ligustinius, Luminae, Maitland, Maseyek, Modius, Natara, Nyphistra, Othento, Pacolypse, Questrius, Ruine, Saben, Seracen, Stefin, Takius, Telorc, Timithius, Tullum, Ultimatius, Witinger.

If there are more, post them in the thread located under Player News.

-News Minion #1

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April 11, 2002 - Assistant Governor Holds Blackvine Town Meeting

The Assistant governor of Blackvine once again held a town meeting. This meeting was called to give those who call Blackvine their home or have an interest in it a chance to see the plans unfolding for the tiny village and to voice their opinions on what should be done.

The assistant governor provided a detailed map of his plans that can be viewed at his headquarters and told those present how he plans to lay the foundation of his grand plan to make the village a thriving city of the republic. Many things were discussed, most mainly focused around the shops and buildings that should be built though. Blacksmiths, Baths, Leatherworks and many other common businesses were suggested, but the assistant governor said he was mainly looking for services or products not offered by other cities, things to make his tiny village stand out.

With this in mind, several new shops were suggested. Fine tailors that would craft the newest styles of clothing, jewelry shops to rival that of Iridine and Monlon, Flower shops and entertainment such as the amphitheater. Also suggested were shops that cater to new types of weapons, such as a store that sold fine shields or an archery shop with improved bows and various arrows. The assistant governor said he's been trying to bring out a shop for the artists of the area, one that would supply canvas, paints and all other types of supplies.

Plans for banks, jewelry and other high cost merchants though are far down on the list where they will hardly be considered until the town has its grand new walls in place. The assistant governor also said they were making an attempt to find a healer to grace the village, but that perhaps the Soldiers of Ereal might supply missionaries to do this service.

The biggest news of all though, is that the senate has given permission for the first part of the village construction to begin. The assistant governor has told citizens that they may survey possible routes and provide a map for him, suggesting how the road to Blackvine should be built. It should start at the Vetallun bridge and make its way to the village square.

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March 29, 2002 - Cineran Boy Runs from Other Cinerans, Legio and Citizens Fight Everybody; Boy Escapes