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Re: Northfort News
« Reply #30 on: February 26, 2018, 08:16:06 PM »




HUNDREDS WITNESS THE RETURN OF THE BOTS

Large crowds assembled at the dockside in Technology City to welcome home three unlikely heroes. Today the test module containing the three Swarmbots that were left on Luna splashed down safely some 50km off the coast of East Moreland. The capsule was retrieved by REMNS King Robert and returned to Technology City where groups of students from the University, as well as a large gathering of space fans had gathered to welcome the three bots home. The bots, affectionately known as Bob, Blinky and Solo, have gained quiet a following on social media and become highly unlikely celebrities collectively known as the Lunar Three. They had originally been expected to operate on Lunar for 12 months, however they return to Mundus after spending 26 months on the moon, making them by far the longest stayers on the surface to have returned home. SmartWars founder Martin Dawson was present to witness the opening of the capsule and ran diagnostics on the bots before re-emerging and giving a thumbs up before speaking to the media. "The three have landed back safely and are in decent condition all things considering, there is nothing a good spray of WD40 and maybe a few new legs wouldn't help with. I am exceptionally proud that we've created these little things that have proved to be so tough." The company had also arrived with replicas of the bots that were given to younger members of the crowd, Dawson explained, "The bots captured the imagination, if we can enthuse young people about our engineering then we have the next generation of great inventors in the bag."

The three bots were taken to the Technology City University where they will have all their data reloaded and be analysed before rejoining their 97 siblings who currently live in a large tank at Northfort Museum of Science and Technology who are planning a small parade to welcome the new exhibits. Stephen Cotter, the head of the museum said, "The Swarmbots have been a good addition here, we set them daily tasks in their glass tank and visitors can see them in operation, the interest in the Lunar Three has seen people come spending ages watching them and the three will be made very welcome after a heroes return."

Martin Dawson was asked about future Swarmbot missions and said, "We have not ruled them out, where in talks with various organisations both from East Moreland and around Mundus, who knows this may not be the Lunar Three's only mission."

In other space news it is expected that the Space Badger will this evening attempt its speed run.


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« Reply #31 on: March 17, 2018, 08:25:38 PM »




SISTERHOOD OF HELUS HITS 1MILLION MEMBERS

The Sisterhood of Helus, a reformed version of the Cult of Helus, has reached 1million registered members within East Moreland leading its self proclaimed High Priestess Jinny Denman to call for the group to be given a seat of the Royal Council. The 45 year old began preaching her own interpretation of the Cult of Helus roughly five years ago and she has been actively using social media as a way of spreading the faith which now accounts for roughly 1% of the nations population. The Sisterhood tells its followers that Helus is in fact female and that the Ironside families are descended directly from Helus who conceived the child of Raimond Unasson, considered by the orthadox Cult to be the most beloved human and the direct ancestor of the Ironsides. As such Denman believes that the King should work closely with the rightful High Priestess in order to ensure "The Spiritual Health" of the family.

Denman has recruited into her ranks of followers several prominent individuals such as Representative Councillors Susanna Miller and Holly Lewin, she has also been seen on several occasions with the Duchess of Silverhills, Rebecca Henshaw whom Denman believes should be the King's wife. Denman has officially written to Prime Minister Henrietta Quinn requesting that she be given a position on the Royal Council in much the same way as Skye Maddix, the Cult of Helus High Preistess, is permitted to either attend or send a representative. The Sisterhood's High Priestess said, "Many people are beginning to see the truth of what I've been saying for years, as such our numbers are growing daily and while we have 1million members signed up through official channels, in order to show their support, we have much higher numbers of social media, and around 500,000 people have attended talks I've given in the last 12 months. The Royal Council contains a false Priestess and even a representative of some minor faiths, if the statistics are correct the Sisterhood is now the second largest faith movement in East Moreland and should have its views represented at the highest level."

The Royal Press Secretary, Malcolm Tucker said, "The King will be speaking with his advisers in the coming days, while he is always keen to allow a voice for groups of all kinds he is likely to feel that the Sisterhood is nothing other than the Cult which is already represented, furthermore Miss Denman seems to believe her religious views give her the right to determine our Kings own future."





LUNAR THREE ARRIVE AT NEW HOME

Following a process of being downloaded, decontaminated and serviced the three SwarmBots known as Blinky, Bob and Solo have been handed over to the Northfort Museum of Science and Technology where they have joined an exhibit with their "siblings". The three bots received a heroes welcome as Royal Aeronautical Society astronaut Rachel Dixon brought the three out of their VIP transport and carried them into the museum. The three bots will now spend their days roaming a specially designed series of glass chambers viewable by members of the public. Around 25,000 extra people arrived during the first day in order to see the machines leading musuem staff to have to turn some people away as long lines formed as space fans wanted to get a view of the now fully reunited SwarmBots.

One person lucky enough to see them was Martin Dawson, CEO of SmartWar the company who made the bots. He was amazed by the reception and spent several hours talking with those wishing to see the machines outside. "I'm surprised how many people come to see tiny robots, it just goes to show how fascinated we all are by the solar system and beyond. We are currently working on Bob, Blinky and Solo's younger brothers and sisters in an effort to produce a new generation of SwarmBots capable of much more."

Many of the crowd were worried about not recognising the Lunar 3 however museum staff have put tiny flags on them bearing their names.





SPACE BADGER BREAKS RECORD ON THIRD ATTEMPT

EMAC and the RAS celebrated last night as the lunar rover known as the Space Badger broke the record for fastest recorded speed on the moon. The project was designed to test new landing systems and analyse potential landing spots for future missions, the rover was part of a plan to build larger versions for use as a base model for a family of vehicles to be used on future projects. The previous record was 11.2 mph however after two failed speed runs the Space Badger hit 12.1 mph. The first run was aborted as one of the pressure readings indicated a problem, while the second saw issues over the terrain slow the speed to 11.1mph thus narrowly failing to meet the record.

With the record now in the bag it is expected the vehicle will be signed over fully to the RAS who are likely to begin large scale surveys for a future landing mission within the next 24 months. A scheduled Golden Spike landing was due however it is expected this may now be put down in a previously unlanded area of the moon.





ARCHDUCHESS WILL NOT COMPETE IN WINTER GAMES

It was confirmed today that Archduchess Sophie Harrison-Ironside, the nations most successful Winter Games athlete, will not compete in this years Winter Games. The 21 year old who already has 5 Winter Games medals, in addition to 4 Summer Games medals, will be in the final stages of her military training when the games begin. Royal Press Secretary Malcolm Tucker made an announcement to the media after the Archduchess was seen arriving at the speed skating training camp yesterday leading to rumours of her competing. "The Archduchess is currently five weeks away from passing out as a Pilot Officer in our nations Armed Forces, she had a weekend off like everyone else at her level of training, she decided to go and visit friends in Northfort and wish them well for the games. She will sadly not be competing as her schedule does not permit. The Archduchess takes her military career very seriously and while we know this will not rule her out of future games it would be unfair to her colleagues for her to be permitted to miss part of training."

The 21 year old was photographed sitting with coaches watching time trials along with her military dog known as Bandit.

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« Reply #32 on: March 20, 2018, 09:08:20 PM »




KING TO DEREGULATE STEM CELL RESEARCH IF CULT AGREES

It was announced today that King David will meet with the High Priestess tomorrow to discuss his wishes to deregulate the sometimes controversial field of stem cell research. The move comes as the 3rd anniversary of death of Prince Caspian approaches, the King's two year old son died from a genetically inherited condition that some medical experts believe could be treated with Stem cell therapy. It is thought the King's involvement with various charities that deal with children with similar conditions have inspired him to take steps. The move however is not without controversy as many believe that Stem Cell research can be unethical.

CEO of OsmanTech, Joanna Osman, welcomed the move saying "Stem cells provide huge potential for finding treatments and cures to a vast array of diseases including different cancers, diabetes, spinal cord injuries, Alzheimer's, MS, Huntington's, Parkinson's and more. At present we are limited in what we can research and how we can do it, if some of these were relaxed, or removed all together we can make great strides in treating conditions such as that which my nephew Prince Caspian suffered." OsmanTech have pushed for some deregulation on the current stem cell research rules for the last 12 months since Joanna Osman inherited control of the company from her father Lord Lucas Osman.

Meanwhile however members of the Cult of Helus have called for there to be strict controls on the research as it involves the destruction of laboratory-fertilized human eggs, something more conservative members of the Cult believe means destruction of life. One leading opponent of Stem Cell research is the Priestess of Melanor at Silverhills, Imogen Owen, who said, "However and wherever life is created it is a miracle from Helus. We should not destroy that life unless there is no other option. To destroy life so scientists can try and play Helus is just wrong. As such I will do all I can to ensure that this practice is not permitted to be expanded."

The King spoke as he attended an event to support the MPS charity, which provided support to Prince Caspian and has been close to the King and ex-wife Matilda Osman's hearts. The pair both attended a garden party at the charities HQ and were seen to be getting along well. Princess Rhiannon was also present as was her half-brother Oliver Halliday-Osman, the 6 month old son of Matilda Osman and former partner Formula Mundus driver Sam Halliday. Oliver Halliday-Osman is also a carrier of Hunter's Syndrome, the same condition that Prince Caspian had, and is passed on through maternal genetics. The King was seen holding Oliver at one point before making his announcement to the press. "Stem Cell research could help so many children across Mundus. We have some of the best medical researchers on the planet here and I intend to give them the tools to do all that is possible. I am however a committed Cultist, but no scholar of the faith, I will not go against our beloved Code of Canley and so while I shall do everything within my power to make this research possible I shall heed the advice of High Priestess Skye Maddix."

Should the king be convinced that the research is not unethical he could issue a decree within 24 hours.




AIR FORCE LEAD FEAST OF JEKAR PARADE

To mark the 100th Anniversary of the formation of the Royal East Moreland Air Force its members were granted the privledge of leading the annual Feast of Jekar parade. Thousands of people lined the route as members of the military and veterans marched through the streets to have their banners blessed at the Temple of Jekar. The King this year did not march in the parade but was present at the Temple to accept the salute of the various units. Other members of the royal family took part in parades across the country, Princess Freya marched with her 2nd Light Scouts in Silverhills, her husband Alex Redfern was part of a Red Legion contingent in the elite units home town of Aldfield and Archduchess Sophie marched for the first time with the Air Force in Ostlake. It was also reported that the four of them took part in the traditional practice of officers cooking and serving breakfast for their soldiers, the King attending a breakfast service at the Northfort Legionnaire Legacy Centre where he helped cook breakfast for 100 veterans.

The King also gave the traditional address to troops which was relayed to units across Mundus including those training in Nya Aland, the garrisons in AK City, those on active duty in Lakhzovia and those currently returning from the Ui Cenneslaig province of Scordisci. He emphasised his and the countries thanks for their service and praised their humanitarian work. The King also announced that he was looking at making the Legionnaire Legacy programme an active part of the military, a move that would ensure injured veterans received on going government support and pay until able to be fully discharged. The move was welcomed by the charity which supported the King through his own injuries after being shot by a rouge Nya Aland ambassador being blackmailed by Borlanders and the Gungnir.

At embassies across Mundus ambassadors held feasts and at the embassy in Lodja one junior member of staff had a sword ceremony which was permitted to take place on the Island of the Goddess, the home of the Queen of Lodja.

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« Reply #33 on: March 27, 2018, 10:14:08 PM »




KING LIFTS RESTRICTIONS ON STEM CELL RESEARCH

Following meetings with the High Priestess Skye Maddix and several members of the science community the King has taken steps to remove restrictions on the use of stem cells in research. The move comes on the lead up to the anniversary of the death of Prince Caspian, the Kings son who died from a genetic disorder, a co-incidence that has lead some to believe that the decision was emotionally motivated. Stem cells can be used in a variety of different treatments and until recently the use of them has been strictly controlled because of the fact they come from embryos leading some to believe that the harvesting of them is in fact a form of abortion. The King had various ethical questions regarding the practice and following his meeting with High Priestess Maddix he was seen meeting with Dr. Rufus Marsden, the Health Minister, as well as experts from OsmanTech and several other medical companies. The morning after the King announced his decision in person at his weekly meeting with the Representative Council saying, "It is my decision that all restrictions on stem cell research are to be lifted, I believe this decision is the right move for two reasons, the first is the massive amount of good that it has the potential to unlock. A whole host of therapies and treatments can now be looked into giving people suffering from a variety of conditions great hope. The second reason is an economic one, stem cell research is a field of great interest in the medical and scientific community, our companies such as OsmanTech have often been pioneers in that field and as such need to maintain their competative edge, as one of the nations that now offers the ability to use these cells for research we are likely to see many companies look to invest here. I will however not permit stem cells to be used in active treatment programmes within our nation until they have passed our already stringent checks for the safety of procedures and my Health Minister Dr.Marsden assures himself the treatment in question is safe."

Some Cultists have called the new law a breach of the Code of Canley which views Abortion for any reason other than saving the mothers life as an evil.





PUBLIC BUILDINGS ACROSS NATION CLOSE TO STOP PLAGUE

The Cabinet meet late last night regarding the current outbreak of what appears to be Bubonic Plague, to date some 1,200 cases have been reported across the nation with 176 fatalities. Supplies of antibiotics have been rushed to hospitals designated as isolation centres and the militaries specialist medical units have been mobilised to support, including the Royal Logistics Corps specialist biological warfare unit leading some to suggest this may be part of a co-ordinated attack. Following the three hour long meeting it was left to Prime Minister Henrietta Quinn to make an announcement.

"It was the decision of the cabinet that for at least the next 72 hours all public buildings will be closed. Schools will not open, Universities will close their doors and parks will remain locked. This precaution is likely to limit the risks of infection as we have been briefed of the incubation period being 72 hours. We shall meet again in 60 hours to discuss whether this period need be extended or whether the storm has been weathered. People are urged to not go to hospital unless absolutely necessary and a special phone line has been set up for anyone who believes they are displaying symptoms. The condition is curable with the right anti-biotics and we have begun steps to ensure supplies reach those centres that need it. There is no reason to panic and if people follow good hygiene practices and follow advice being given by medical experts we shall weather this storm. I know Princess Freya will be meeting with other nations from Alba Karinya to try and ensure as co-ordinated an approach as possible can be followed."

When the Prime Minister was asked whether this was, as some are suggesting, a biological attack she said, "We rule nothing out, but we are working with all effected nations to get to the bottom of that, our CNN allies at the Iwi have proposed to the Cross Mundus Agency an independent confirmation of some details before we make any further announcement about the reason this supposed ancient disease has reappeared."


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« Reply #34 on: April 04, 2018, 06:02:33 PM »




JOINT CNN PROJECT ANNOUNCED

Minister of Defence Harry Samuelson today confirmed that the East Moreland based company SmartWar have been given the green light to take part in a project with the four other CNN allies. The Land Portable Vertical Launch System (LPVLS) is a lightweight transportable vertical launch missile system, similar to that used on destroyers and frigate, but capable of being deployed on any terrain. The system will contain a series of eight missiles, capable of being a variety of different types, all capable of being launched independenly either following GPS, laser designation or satellite guidance. It is thought the system will have a range of around 50km allowing ground forces to call upon highly accurate variable yield missiles. The system is likely to be useful in limiting collatoral damage in urban warfare.

SmartWar are expected to be designing the software to allow the LPVLS to download up to the second data from a variety of battlefield sources before launching its missiles. It is likely that the other four nations will each take on a role within the design and manufacture process. The total cost of the system is likely to be in the region of $1million per unit.


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2 DEAD IN TRUTHSAYER TERROR ATTACK

Two people have been killed in a terror attack on the East Moreland Rifle Companies HQ in Northfort. The two deceased are a member of the East Moreland military and a Rokkenjiman citizen who was visiting the Rosarity Temple opposite the office. The attack was carried out, according to Police, by the Truthsayers and was believed to have been carried out as "revenge for East Moreland co-operation with the Kaitaine Communist regime" Eye witnesses say that a car, which was loaded with containers of petrol likely to have been intended for a fire attack on the EMRC building, crashed into anti-terror bollards installed two years ago to stop a Borlander attack. Following the crash EMRC began shutting their security shutters keeping the two female attackers from breeching the office, as such they began randomly firing at fleeing passers by and the building. It was during this that it appears an unnamed Rokkenjiman citizen visiting the nearby Rosarity Temple was struck and pronounced dead at the scene. The EMRC building neighbours an Army Recruitment office, which was likely also a target of the attack. As with all military buildings in the capital, and many other cities, the soldiers inside have access to firearms, almost immediately two members of the Army engaged the women and killed both, sadly with one East Moreland soldier, whose identity has not yet been released, being killed. Several nearby patrolling units of police and the Army descended on the scene, among them Red Legionnaire officer Alex Redfern who one eye witness spotted trying to administer first aid to the deceased soldier.

The Minister of Defence, Sir Harry Samuelson, visited the scene once it was secure and witnessed police carrying out a finger tip search of the area for clues that may help see if there are further members of this Truthsayer cell. The Minister spoke to the assembled media saying, "Today has shown why we must always be vigilant, while the Borlanders are the usual ones carrying out attacks against us we can not lower our guard to other threats. Our willingness to stand up to terror, regardless of where and when and by who, makes us a target. We have yet to inform the next of kin of our brave soldier who ran towards the sound of gunfire in order to save lives, when his identity is released we shall honour him as one who died living the Code of Canley. I would also like to send our condolensces to the people of Rokkenjima who today have lost a sister. This attack must open the worlds eyes to the threat of the Truthsayers and the Bene Gesserit faith as one that would attack the innocent"

It is the second attack on East Moreland soil by the Bene Gesserit faithful known as the Truthsayers, an organisation now labelled as illegal and terrorists in East Moreland, yet not recognised as such in many other nations across Mundus. Sir Harry Samuelson added, "I would think with our track record of robust response to terrorist threats and our heightened security the Truthsayers would have realised after they attacked our nuclear waste convoy that we are not some soft target. This is a threat we will neutralise and as the Borlanders know we shall never stop hunting those who would do harm to our way of life."

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« Reply #36 on: April 13, 2018, 03:28:16 PM »




CONCERN OVER NAPALM USE ADDRESSED BY SAMUELSON

The nations Minister of Defence, Sir Harry Samuelson, today spoke in council about reports coming from Quintelia.The news was reported by 24 Hour Quintelian News which stated "The bombing of the unnamed village with napalm has been criticized as it endangered the lives of a news crew and even caused a nearby grass fire that has been extinguished after three days." This lead former Red Legion marksman instructor Sir Harry Samuelson to say, "What we are discovering is a severe breach of the Uppsala Convention. Article 2.4 states Members of the Armed Forces shall do all that is reasonable to avoid civilian casualties. As a former military commander in pre-Uppsala days I know first hand that napalm is a weapon that is not accurate enough to allow it to be used in a populated area without breaching this, it is an indscriminate weapon that no commander can predict what will happen in the aftermath. This is evident with a three day grass fire. Furthermore article 2.8 states Members of the Armed Forces may not intentionally damage or take the property of civilians. By dropping napalm on a village is certain to cause damage to civilian property. We also know first hand that weapons exist today which are much more accurate than napalm and allow the avoidance of civilian casualties to a much higher degree. This all also ignores the fact that some may even consider napalm to be a chemical weapon, but I'll leave that to legal experts to determine."

The Minister went on to further address the situation. "We understand Quintelia has in recent weeks experienced difficulties with rebels, and while we would not criticise them for taking action against violent actors intent on unlawfully overthrowing a government the government of Quintelia does itself no favours with its own people and the wider international community in addressing their internal problems in such a barbaric way. I would call on them to issue publically an undertaking to decommission their napalm based weapons."

It is unknown yet what further steps the international community will take.




PRINCESS EXCITED OVER NEW ADDITION TO FAMILY

It was announced yesterday that Princess Rhiannon will be getting her first pet. In the daily press briefing it was confirmed that King David and former wife Matilda Osman have given their six year old daughter to choose a pet for herself. Royal Press Secretary explained following cryptic messages on Erin Osman's twitter account, "With the typical scandalous flair Miss Erin Osman is famous for I think she may have raised hopes of a great scoop for the press. The truth is however for the last six months the Princess has been wanting a pet after her school did a project on family pets and she was among the few without one. As is well known her mother is a keen supporter of animal charities and organisations and together with King David they told their daughter she would have to prove she was responsible enough to own one first. As such for the last six months she has been earning pocket money through good behaviour, doing chores and academic achievement, she will be using this to pay for the pet, so there shall be no impact to the tax payer."

The Princess was asked about her choice as she made her way to a performance of Disney on Ice with her Mother, Aunt Erin and half-brother Oliver in Portworth. The 6 year old said. "I'm excited, I think I'd like a little puppy, or a rabbit, or maybe even a hedgehog, just something cute and that likes to play." It is not known when the new pet will arrive.

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EMAC BEGIN WORK ON 6TH GENERATION FIGHTER

Sir Alan Maybury the CEO of EMAC has today announced that they have begun work of the next generation of fighter aircraft. Since 1936 EMAC have produced all fighter aircraft used by the Royal East Moreland Air Force including the current "Dragon" classes used by the REMAF. The current project saw a concept photograph released by the design team showing a forward swept winged aircraft with engine intakes above the main body, suggesting the aircraft will rely heavily on stealth characteristics. The aircraft has yet to be named and is currently being referred to as Project F-Dragon and is thought to be looking at entering service in around 2030.

Sir Alan spoke to the press saying, "This project is going to help bring together many of the great advancements we've made over the various speed record projects we've done over the last few years. The aircraft we are putting together will be state of the art and we are confident that even with a long lead in time by the time Project F-Dragon comes into mass production it will still be the most advanced aircraft in Mundus." Sir Alan admitted that the aircraft that finally enters production may not look anything like the concept drawing but that, "at present that's the vision we're working towards." It is expected that the first scale model wind tunnel testing will begin in the next six months and then remote prototype replicas soon after. It is estimated that the project will draw significant funding from the government ensuring that EMAC can continue with many major projects. The company have not announced if they will seek foreign investment or whether an export model will be made avaliable. Currently EMAC may only sell aircraft to nations that have signed the Uppsala convention.





MORELAND MILITARY BEGIN LAKHZOVIA AIRFIELD CONSTRUCTION

It was announced by Minister of Defence, Sir Harry Samuelson, that East Moreland troops, alongside their CNN allies Ui Cenneslaig, have begun construction of a temporary runway in Northern Lakhzovia. Speaking from Illumic Command where the operation is being monitored the former Red Legionnaire sharpshooter said, "The mission is simple, create a runway where one does not exist. This is not the first time we have done this and some could say we are becoming experts in this type of operation, this time we are joined by our Cenneg allies and the purpose is to allow aircraft in to support troops on the ground and at the same time bring refugees out of the danger zone." While it is yet to be confirmed it is thought East Moreland will take around 10,000 refugees in the first three weeks of evacuation and they will pass through Ostlake West.

The airfield being built is made from portable light weight metal panels that can be connected together with little equipment to form a solid runway. The last one built by the East Moreland Armed Forces was in Mavrosia and took 72 hours to construct, one of the men who helped build the runway was King David in what was his final active duty assignment. In total around 45,000 refugees were evacuated using that runway and around 800 sorties where flown from it, one aircraft crashed on take off resulting in no casualties but the loss of a cargo aircraft.  While it was not confirmed it is expected this runway will be slightly smaller as it will be using smaller aircraft than the Mavrosia evacuation therefore meaning it will likely be built in 48 hours.

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REMNS KING ROBERT HEADS TO KYNE

The East Moreland flagship REMNS King Robert is en route to the Kyne accompanied by a support fleet in order to "monitor" the situation between The Unified Iwi and Royal Seleucid. The deployment was announced by Foreign Minister Edward Tamana who said, "We have no idea what will happen in that region of the world at the present and it is clear that once more we may be pressed into action. Last time we were unsupported and unprepared, we can not allow this to happen again." The statement leading many to infer the Foreign Minister was talking about the Cultist Genocide in Seleucid. Presently some 250,000 known Cultists live in Seleucid, a legacy of an ancient migration which has stood the test of time. Around 30,000 Cultists were killed in a genocide which according to the Seleucid King took place during "an attempted coup by rouge army officers", currently Ui Cenneslaig Armed Forces maintain a prescence in the Cultist areas in order to provide security and reassurance, however it is suspected the King is concerned about their safety should an escalation between the Iwi and Seleucid take place.

The King Robert is carrying 830 Royal Marines and around 40 vehicles, additionally it is understood one of the Pre-Positioned Global Supply Ships is joining up with the fleet giving them access to a much larger supply of equipment. The Navy maintain six of these ships dotted around Mundus and this one is thought to be currently leaving The Iwi where it has been undertaking resupply.

The King has yet to make a statement about East Moreland's stance on the issue of the Iwi's attack on Seleucid but Prime Minister Henrietta Quinn stated, "I can well understand the Iwi's desire to strike Seleucid but there are wider issues at play here. We must be careful to ensure there is no escalation but be prepared for if there is." The Prime Minister also confirmed that a squadron of Dragonheart fighters is moving to the Iwi as part of a "joint anti-piracy operation" this was, according to Royal Press Secretary Malcolm Tucker, "in the diary for a good six months."





SISTERS OF HELUS TARGET HALLIDAY

With testing beginning for the new Formula Mundus season you would have expected Sam Halliday, new father and defending world champion, to be on a high however when he opened his social media this week he would have been in for a shock as #SackSam was trending in East Moreland. The campaign against the 28 year old champion was started by the Sisterhood of Helus "High Priestess" Jinny Denman because, in her words, Halliday is "a poor example of a real Morelander and unworthy to be a representative of the King" The Sisterhood of Helus is a growing division of the Cult of Helus, refered to by High Priestess Skye Maddix as "religious insanity" however it is said to have over 1million followers and they have now turned their anger towards the world of Formula Mundus.

In a post on Facebook the 42 year old Denman said, "At every race weekend Halliday stands beneath the flag of East Moreland, he wraps himself in it and sings our anthem yet he has betrayed everything our nation stands for. First he betrayed his King by taking his wife into his bed even before they were divorced. I personally believe Matilda Osman had no right marrying King David but the facts are she was still Queen when she was seduced by this rouge. Next the man fathered a child with his lover, further betraying his King, and when it was discovered the child was sadly handicapped he denied the child was his, in fact at one point claiming it was the King's disgracing His Majesties good name. When a DNA test was demanded of him he ducked and dived knowing the result but knowing it would end his fraud. When one was undertaken and Oiver Halliday-Osman proved to be his child he has spent no time with his son, leaving our former Queen to raise the child alone and thus betraying his own child. A man like this is paid massive amounts to drive a car and is seen as a hero by many. Heroes are not disloyal and do not abandon their children, we must hit Halliday in the only two places he cares about, his Formula Mundus career and the pocket. I call on all members of the Sisterhood to boycott any company sponsering Halliday and therefore Rytol. I urge EMAC to reconsider their relationship with a team that accepts this behaviour. This campaign shall continue until Halliday is sacked."

Rytol-EMAC, who finished second in the Constructors Championship have yet to comment, however EMAC CEO Sir Alan Maybury said, "I appreciate many are angry about Halliday's conduct in his private life, but that is exactly what it is, his private life. He is new to fatherhood and has had to overcome a major shock we must give him time to come to terms with what that means and not judge too harshly. I wish Sam all the best for the season ahead and will be hoping for a successful defence."

One of the teams major sponsors is the Silverhills Empire Hotel, the biggest hotel and resort in East Moreland, the company saw several cancellations of bookings following the start of the campaign but have said, "Most of our bookings come from abroad and I suspect many will view this campaign as a storm in a tea cup."

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"CRITICS SHOULD COME VISIT US" SAYS DENMAN

Following publication of an interview with Admiral Eidmeier in the Neu Uburzis media "High Priestess" of the Sisterhood of Helus has invited those critical of her to visit the Sisterhoods HQ in Portworth. Speaking in the run up of the Feast of Melanor the religious leader said, "I understand that throughout history whenever an individual has challenged the well established norms of a faith there has been a period of adjustment. Look at the Christian faith, it happened some 600 years ago and in many ways is still going on. I spent my life to this point studying the theology of the Cult of Helus, and much as the Protestants of old did I find the faith of the Cult imperfect and seek to remedy that. As with anyone trying to challenge the consensus there will be time when there is a need to say uncomfortable home truths. I bear Matilda Osman no ill will, but the fact is our King is a direct descendent of the most perfect human to have ever walked Mundus, Raimond Unasson, therefore he has a responsibility to the faithful. Matilda Osman was not able to live up to that responsibility and has plunged the royal line into chaos. She is a nice lady for sure, setting up the Wild Mundus Organisation, the Global Childbirth Initiative and the MSP Foundation but that does not protect her from the truth.

The pronoun which we call Helus matters, unlike other faiths where God is a faceless all powerful being beyond our sight Helus has and will walk among us. The stories she has given us are a guide in all things. It is our duty to remain faithful to her teachings and be prepared to recognise her second coming, that is a hard thing to do if your looking for a man when you should be looking for a woman. I would like to say our faith is a growing one, some 1million followers since we established our HQ here in Portworth and thanks to the media and people like Admiral Eidmeier passing comments on us, yet not really understanding our faith, we have found acceptance rather hard. I would welcome any of them to come visit us here."

It is expected the HQ of the Sisterhood will have an official opening in the coming weeks and the King has been invited, Royal Press Secretary Malcolm Tucker saying, "The King gets invited to many openings, he's a busy man and can't make them all."





OSMANTECH DEVELOP CANCER TATTOO

OsmanTech have today asked the Ministry of Health to approve for human testing a "Cancer Tattoo". The process is designed to provide early warning and detection for those considered a higher risk of certain types of cancer. The process is not a tattoo at all but is in fact a skin implant which releases melanin to darken the skin when increased calcium levels are detected, something that can be an early indication of cancer. So far the process has been shown to be 92% accurate on mice and OsmanTech now believe the process is ready for testing in humans. The implant only tends to work on  breast, prostate, lung, and colon cancers, as they usually produce substances that break down the bones, which in turn causes calcium levels to rise.

Joanna Osman, the CEO of OsmanTech, said, "This innovation has great potential to reassure and support those with high cancer risks. Until recently people only got a dianosis once they had begun to shown what are in some cases severe symptoms, this will give a much earlier indication and will also mean less testing for those in need." It is likely according to experts that permission will be granted and that tests will begin within the next three months.

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NATION CELEBRATES FEAST OF MELANOR

Tens of thousands of Cultists across East Moreland have today taken part in tree planting ceremonies as the nation celebrated the Feast of Melanor. It is estimated that a total of around 150,000 trees have been planted by Cultists across Mundus as the faith celebrates the Goddess of Life. Two of the trees were planted by the King, one in the grounds of Northfort Palace in a private ceremony for Palace staff and the Ironside family, and a second in People's Park in central Northfort during a public mass lead by High Priestess Skye Maddix. The King attended the mass alone, the first time since becoming King, and was seen mingling happily with the families who had gathered to celebrate the day. Royal Press Secretary Malcolm Tucker explained, "The Ironside family are very busy, Rhiannon is at her mother's this week as agreed between the two parents, Princess Freya is engaged with her military duties and the Archduchess is currently undergoing her Trade training in the military. It is my understanding the King will spend today with his extended family whom regularly attend feast days at the Palace." It was also confirmed that the King had spent time at the family mausoleum where the last 15 generations of the Ironside family, and many others, have been laid to rest.

The nation took part in large open air picnics and gave thanks for the life granted by the Goddess. Embassies across Mundus also saw the staff celebrate by planting trees in their local community as well as in some cities hosting garden parties. In Ui Cenneslaig the embassy were given saplings from King Finley's private estate to plant in the embassy garden.



 




OSMANTECH BRAIN EXPERIMENT A "WORRYING SUCCESS"

It was announced today that OsmanTech have been able to restore circulation to isolated pigs brains and keep the organ alive for several hours. The news has been meet with a mixed reaction with some hailing it as a great medical breakthrough while others have called it unethical. Joanna Osman the CEO of OsmanTech confirmed the news and announced that a full scientific paper will be published in the coming days.

The process involved attacthing pigs brains to pumps, a blood supply and heaters. The activity levels of the brain were then monitored and researchers were reportedly able to keep the cells in the brain alive and capable of normal activity for as long as 36 hours. The ability to do this means that potential treatments for neurological disorders could be tried on live tissues without risk to patients, furthermore it will allow more in depth study into conditions such as dementia. Miss Osman stated, "We are amazed at how successful this has been, this opens up whole new doors of oppurtunity and is something that will allow us to make great strides into neurological sciences." She did however say, "We are aware this is a new form of scientific study and as such we need to be aware of the potential ethical impacts.

It was these that one scientist at the Technology City Insitiute of Science and Technology was most concerned about. Dr. Lance Philpott stated, "I'm interested to see what they found out but this is a worrying success. The science involved is outstripping our ethical guidelines. My main concerns include whether such brains have any consciousness and if so deserve special protection, or whether their technique could or should be used by individuals to extend their lifespans - by transplanting their brains when their bodies wear out. Certainly, today's experimental models are far from having such capabilities. But various models are now being developed to better understand the human brain, including miniaturised, simplified versions of brain tissue grown in a dish from stem cells. And advances keep being made faster than we consider the ethics."

In response to this Joanna Osman has invited several of the East Moreland Scientific community to meet and discuss these issues saying "As far as we know we're the only company that has achieved this level of success, as such we must shoulder a great deal of the ethical concerns, others will follow our techniques and what we determine shall be a benchmark. Its a big responsibility and one we must get right."

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CARPENTER ARRESTED

Former Chief Councillor and CTO Secretary General Tim Carpenter has today been arrested during a fiery protest against the Sisterhood of Helus in Ostlake. Carpenter, aged 32, was arrested to "prevent a breach of the peace" according to local police after he and several other protesters blockaded the slipway of the boats used to ferry people out to the Temple of Jekar. The Sisterhood of Helus had been in the city to visit the Temple and in their own words, "beautify the icons" the meaning of which was never discovered as Tim Carpenter and several others opposed to the Sisterhood arrived ahead of schedule and set up fishing nets across the slipway to prevent boats being launched. Carpenter clashed verbally with Jinny Denman calling her "a mental cow" before adding "and I should know I've just got out the funny farm" in reference to his recent therapy following an as yet unconfirmed breakdown while Secretary-General of the CTO. Carpenter, who prior to becoming a national icon during the Regency Crisis, was a political and human rights activist was carrying his trademark megaphone when he tied himself to one of the fishing nets.

When approached by the press Carpenter explained, "You are the problem, you have given column inches and air space to a women who is clearly manipulating what we love to get control of our nation. She is slowly eroding everything we have stood for since King Robert created our homeland, she is intent on taking away the rights of our monarch, the father of East Moreland, of changing the very fundamental basis of our faith. Once we permit witches like her to have a direct unchallenged voice in government, such as those sheep Councillors she's corrupted, then its only a matter of time until she begins to impose her belief on us like she is trying to do with the King. Today's protest is about freedom of religion which may sound odd as where stopping these screwballs from visiting a Temple. The reason for that is twofold, first Jekar is my main man, I'm not letting anybody "beautify" him, the mans a scared warrior. Second if we let them impose their view of Jekar on the Cult then we are denied our freedom to worship. If she builds her own temple she can decorate Jekar however she wants, but not here and not today."

Denman accused Carpenter of being a "misogynist who can not or will not see the truth of Helus." the Sisterhood stood singing and praying on the slipway. It was then that Carpenter was arrested after attempts by police to get him to life the blockade failed. The group didn't visit the island but did vow to return before returning to the city centre and laying offerings at the Temple of Helus there including a small statue of their version of a female Helus. 

Carpenter is due in front of magistrates later today and is likely to receive a caution and fine.

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KING USES MILITARY DINNER TO ADDRESS SEAFORTH SITUATION

The King attended the annual Legionnaire Legacy Dinner to make a speech which included response to breaking news from Seaforth.

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The Legionnaire Legacy was set up five years ago to support our warriors recovery physically and mentally. It was founded to ensure that well and truly no man...or woman... was left behind, over the last five years it has achieved its aim perfectly. I owe it my own health and without I can only imagine how little I could do to be a good father to my daughter. For that the organisation will forever have my love, respect and support.

In many ways it is the Legionnaire Legacy that inspired me today upon hearing news finally from Seaforth. Today we heard of a friend, a fellow warrior who is wounded and in need of help. As I said we leave no man behind, especially a friend. Years ago I was fortunate enough to stand shoulder to shoulder with two great members of the Rhodes family on many occasions, when I faced my own trauma of losing Caspian it was Joshua Rhodes who offered support. Seaforth where a nation......are a nation....that we shared a great friendship with and several years ago we made promises to each other, promises that were unbroken. To anyone in Seaforth I wish to remind you East Moreland stands by our obligations and should we be able to offer any support we shall do so. There stands a small corner of the East Moreland royal estate that is forever Seaforth, while the house may have been empty these last few years the Seaforthian standard has fluttered proudly above it and I urge the government of Seaforth to come and make use of it anytime they wish and just as I did with Joshua there shall be a glass of whiskey, a fine cigar and a log fire waiting in the Palace to discuss anything they wish. I hope that soon we shall host our Ostlake Games and the legendary Seaforthian BBQ fires are lit once more. I know not the fate of my dear friend Joshua but I know in his later years he saw the truth of Helus, that being the case I ask our Lord to watch over him and Jekar to watch over the people of Seaforth while Frossaj grants them wisdom.


The King made no mention of what steps where being taken to offer support merely saying, "Contact is a good first step, what happens next takes some more in depth discussions which I look forward to." It was also confirmed that King David will be contacting King Finley to offer them logistics support should "King Finley do the expected and support his Celtic kin."




"I AIN'T PAYING S**T" SAYS CARPENTER

Following his court hearing following an arrest for breach of the peace Tim Carpenter, former CTO Secretary-General was fined EM£60. Upon exiting court however the political activist told supporters "I ain't paying s**t" possibly landing himself in more trouble. When asked by the media what he meant the 32 year old said, "I was exercising my free speech and I didn't cause harm to anyone. I therefore believe that this fine is unwarranted and in the coming days I'll be appealing it. Some may so "But Tim it's only 60 quid" well I'm a poor unemployed bloke, no job, no prospects and I can't afford it anyway. There has to come a moment we stand up to the religious intolerant and by paying this fine I am accepting that this is not the case and that people can trample over others beliefs at a whim with no respect. Let the Denman bitch go build her own temple."

Carpenter could face contempt of court charges however this has yet to be confirmed by the court.

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RESCUE OPERATION TO SEAFORTH A SUCCESS

The Ministry of Defence today confirmed that within the last 24 hours a transmission had been picked up from Seaforth and that " a significant rescue operation involving the men and women of the Armed Forces is underway." Defence Minister Sir Harry Samuelson went on to explain, " Seaforth is a nation we consider practically family, as such we are duty bound to respond to a distress call. A rescue force has made contact with people in positions of responsibility on the ground and we are currently attempting to ensure they are taken to a place of safety." Later in the day it was announced that "a handful of members of the Alpine Cadre along with specialist medical units have effected the rescue of a number of trapped individuals and are using air assets to bring them to a safe location." The Ministry also released photos of the rescue team in operation.

Seaforth befell a great tragedy and all but disappeared, its people fleeing to neighbouring countries, some Seaforthian citizens believing all was lost claimed citizenship elsewhere, rules brought in by King David gave Seaforth citizens fast track ways to obtain Morelander citizenship. One such person talking that offer was rugby world cup winner Rollo MacAllister, boyfriend of Archduchess Sophie Harrison-Ironside. The 21 year old, 6ft 8 inch tall Lock Forward said, "I am in shock. Clearly I have no idea who this person is they've rescued and among my Seaforthian ex-pat mates its been a hot topic, but we now have to wait and see." The Northfort Royals RUFC player was also asked whether he would now renounce his Morelander citizenship and said, "I would never give that up, I love this country and its people. When I lost my home the nation took me in no questions asked. I am proud to have worn the Honeybadgers shirt and sung "Helus Call". I must admit however I never stopped loving Seaforth, its my metaphorical mother and you love that unconditionally." Later in the day it however emerged that MacAllister had withdrawn himself from the Honeybadgers touring squad which was soon to leave for Lodja on a summer tour. This prompted many to wonder whether he was considering asking the Mundus Court for Sport Arbitration about his status as a Morelander and a possible switch to play for Seaforth.

King David was asked for a statement however royal press Secretary Malcolm Tucker said, "The King is a busy man trying to keep in control of an ever evolving and complex operation. Therefore he will not be making any public statement. The military need to get their job done and then the King will speak to the Press."





EMAC TO BEGIN TESTING EKRA-BADGER 2

Following the success of the Ekra-Badger in several Red Legion anti-piracy operations and good showings in military exercises the Ministry of Defence have commissioned two more similar vessels. The Ekra-Badger 2, which is likely to not be its final title, will be another Ground Effect Vehicle designed to move 150men and up to two tanks at speeds close to 500 kmh. Like its predeccessor it will also be able to be converted to a field hospital and refuel itself at sea. The unique design is part plane and part boat and allows a great deal of weight to be carried at high speed using a kind of ground cushion to help the aircraft reach high speeds and fuel efficiency.

It is believed that East Moreland is the only Navy in the world using the principle and following the completion of the new project three of these vehicles will be in service. The current Ekra-Badger is slightly bigger, but slower as it also carries six large anti ship missiles. It is thought the newer version will not carry significant armament and will be designed to simply move manpower around regions like the Illumic at high speeds.




"BENE GESSERIT KAITAINE" A TERRORISTS IMAGINATION

Following announcements by members of the Bene Gesserit faith that they have pushed Kaitaine government forces away from the city of Seitch the government have made an announcement. Prime Minister Henrietta Quinn spoke to the press following a cabinet meeting, which was not attended by the King, during her statement she said. "The Bene Gesserit faith is promoting terrorism, they take young girls, some as little as four years old, and over 14 years brainwash and indoctrinate them. I am amazed Ui Cennesliag, Mountjoy, Achkaerin and Himeyama have not put a stop to this abhorrent practice. It boils down to child soldiers. As such we will not tolerate terrorists masquerading as a nation. Any attempt by the Bene Gesserit to do this will be stopped by ourselves."

Quinn went on to say, "The KDF have our sympathies for loss of life suffered at the hands of these blood thirsty terrorists. The government of Kaitaine shared with us valuable information regarding the Truthsayers following their attempt to steal nuclear waste from us. As such we shall do all we can to ensure any information we have finds its way to them."

The Prime Minister also said, "We shall be taking measures to internationally put pressure on the Bene Gesserit and thus have placed sanctions on their membership by freezing bank accounts and issuing travel bans."

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NIA PRODUCE EVIDENCE OF CHILD SOLDIERS

The National Intelligence Agency have today produced what they say is evidence that the Truthsayers are using child soldiers. The organisation responsible for providing anti-terror operations, among other things, released two images which we have reproduced above. The photo on the right is of a Ui Cenneslaig citizen, reportedly called Sarah McPherson who entered East Moreland just over a year ago. The image was taken by passport control for her temporary ID card, as is standard practice with all visitors to East Moreland, the one on the left is a still taken from footage filmed by the Truthsayers during their "celebration" in Seitch. A Ministry of Defence spokesman explained. "This Miss McPherson, who is clearly a Truthsayer, entered our nation as a tourist on a Ui Cenneslaig passport, when she did so she had just turned 17 years of age and was travelling on a student exchange. This was a time before we knew of the existance of the Chapterhouse schools. This means that she is now only just past her 18th birthday, by three weeks in fact. There is no way a person could be trained for the kind of infiltration mission Seitch must have been in three weeks. This evidence therefore shows that the Bene Gesserit's paramilitary force of the Truthsayers must be the same as those involved at their schools.

Brigadier Kelly, commanding officer of Red Legion also spoke on the situation saying, " The kind of skills required to take back a target like Seitch would take years to perfect, this is an 18 year old, she has clearly been preparing for this operation, or similar ones of its kind for the last few years, maybe all her life. I have no hesitation in saying that this individual would at one point in her life have been a child soldier. We must now do something to prevent further children being indoctrinated."

The Minister of Justice, on behalf of the King, has issued a notice to ask nations of the world to support action against child soldier At present Neu Uburzis have replied with what Minister Darren Bone has described as , "strangely dismissive language" while Miteravia have condemned the practice, a move welcomed by Mr.Bone

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NATION CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH KING

The nation has today celebrated both The Festival of Greenflowers and the 37th birthday of King David III. The nation made the most of the sunny weather to gather in parks, listen to concerts, watch the Northfort Military Parade and generally celebrate. The festival marks the anniversary of the Battle of Greenflowers, which over 1,400 years ago saw King Robert the Unifier defeat the Borlanders and form the Kingdom of East Moreland. As the battle seemed to be evenly matched a group of peasants, lead by Lord Cedric had marched through the night from Keepton arrived at the battlefield and turned the tide of the battle, these peasants had been dressed in white tunics which by the end of the Battle had turned Red with blood, it was from this legendary endurance march that the nations elite force take their name of Red Legion. As such it was left to Red Legion veterans to lead the march through Northfort by members of the armed forces to the Temple of Jekar where several units were presented with new honours for their colours. The King was present to hand out the new honours and it was revealed that he had recently returned from being part of rescue operations in Seaforth along with his old unit the Alpine Cadre. Royal Press Secretary Malcolm Tucker said, "I can confirm that King David was part of a rescue operation within Seaforth. A distress signal was received and it called for experts in high angle rescue. This is a standard procedure for members of the Alpine Cadre and with time being of the essence the King reactivated himself to ensure the team had someone experienced in this practice. The mission was a great success and the Alpine Cadre have once again been a credit to our armed forces. The King will now resume his retirement from military service."

After the parade the King spent the day with his daughter, Princess Rhiannon and his sister Princess Freya along with her husband Alex Redfern. The four watched the annual concert in the People's Park from seating set up in the neighbouring grounds of the Palace, however Freya and Rhiannon where spotted in the VIP area of the concert during the performances in the early evening. The royal family where joined for the evening fireworks session by various guests including the Pelagiya family from Lodja, Duke Tobias Pelagiya having recently been appointed as a liason for Alba Karinya. He was accompanied by his wife Lady Anouskha, his daughter Royal Lady in Waiting Stasya Pelagiya and their 16 year old son Henrik. Other guests included former CTO Sec-Gen Tim Carpenter, rugby world cup winner Rollo MacAllister and astronaut Rachel Dixon.

The King was apparently presented with a signed rugby shirt from the World Cup winning HoneyBadgers and according to Palace sources received breakfast in bed from his daughter. The King is expected to begin training for the Ostlake Military Games in the next few days where he will be competing for Pegasus Legion in the Legionnaire Legacy Rowing Challenge, a gym based rowing event for wounded veterans.

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PRINCESS FREYA LAUNCHES OSTLAKE GAMES COUNTDOWN
7 DAYS TO GO

Princess Freya today started the official countdown to the Ostlake Military Games, one of the nations biggest sporting events and the largest competition of its kind on Mundus. The games feature a combination of sports such as rugby and football, while also including military competitions such as drill, rifle shooting and the Ostlake Challenge, a team event where each leg is added together to give a final time. One person will swim 10km in Ostlake, another will complete a 15km Combat run and the final member will cycle around the Lake, a distance of around 110km each person must then fire at 10 targets 50 meters away with the EMRAC-10 within one minute of them finishing their event. Over the last four years foreign teams have been invited and this year that tradition will continue with the 9 East Moreland teams being joined by forces from Neu Uburzis, Mountjoy and a yet to be confirmed nation. An invitation has also been extended to individuals from Seaforth and while he has not officially been part of the Seaforthian military rugby player Rollo MacAllister, currently doing his national service in the Royal Artillery, has asked to represent Seaforth in some events.

Princess Freya appeared on EMTV to discuss the games, likely to see over 1million people attend live events during the five days. She also spoke about several other issues while launching the promotions campaign #BeEpic

EMTV - What are your thoughts on this years Ostlake Games, who are the team to beat?

Freya - I love the games, its just as important a social occasion as it is competition. Its not often the Legions get together for any reason other than being in combat so to get to meet friends from other units, enjoy some friendly competition and have a laugh is a great thing. I'm excited that Seaforth are back and wish them all well. I know its a long shot as he has much on his plate with 7 days notice but it would be nice to see Joshua Rhodes back as we've both unsettled business from a few years back. As always the team to beat in the military events are Red Legion, they are an elite but then again always hamstrung by being the smallest pool to select from and being the most deployed. I think beyond that the Air Force are always a tough team to beat as they seem to have most time to prepare as always operating from home generally. The overseas teams are also a tough one as they have a huge selection pool.

EMTV - What do you think about Mountjoy and Neu Uburzis being the overseas teams so far and who do you think the third will be?

Freya - Mountjoy honoured my brother and our military with an award a few weeks back and so to return that respect is lovely. I know very few people from Mountjoy but will make a point of changing that over the next few days. Neu Uburzis extended great hospitality to our nation and again we now seek to repay that. I know they have a young Emperor who my brother spoke fondly of after his coronation and I would like to think he may at least get here for some of the events to cheer his men and women on. As for the third team there is obviously the CNN allies, but with only one place to spare inviting one and not the others may seem odd. I'd personally like the Alanders to come as they have worked alongside many of us in recent months but I'm sure that surprise will be kept for a special announcement.

EMTV - Will you be competing for Pegasus Legion again this year?

Freya - I've competed for many years, I've missed two games, last year I had broken my ankle during Red Legion selection and so had to sit watching from the sidelines and then I missed out when I was 21 because of....well discipline issues shall we say. This year I've tried out for the Combat Run and some of the shooting events but I'm yet to hear back. Pegasus Legion selection will be announced in two days and I'll be keeping my fingers crossed. I know competition for places is tough but I think I'm as fit as when I tried out for the Red's so that means I have to be in with a chance.

EMTV - Will you have a 2nd go at joining Red Legion?

Freya - That decision is for the future. I'd love to say I had the requirements to be one of the greatest soldiers on Mundus, to be counted among the most elite operators but I only have one chance left and you can fail for so unlucky reasons. One twisted ankle and thats it, the timing has to be right to commit to the selection process again. That timing must be perfect for yourself but more importantly the military.

EMTV - Why Be Epic as a tag line for the Games?

Freya - This year the coverage will be bigger than ever, several nations are picking up TV coverage of some of the sporting events. We've also expanded the Games out, last time veterans suffering life changing injuries could compete in a handful of events. This year we're opening up even more events for what we're calling The Legionnaire Legacy Games (LLG). There you'll see real warriors, we've a guy in Pegasus Legion who technically died three times while being medivaced from Royal Seleucid during the Genocide, the fact he's alive makes him a legend in my eyes, to then know he's coming here to compete in power lifting amazes me. The man is epic and he inspires me and other to try and be just half as epic. Even my brother will be competing in the LLG with Pegasus Legion Rowing, while he tries not to admit it I know his lower back hurts him on a daily basis, yet he doesn't let it stop him being an excellent father to a very active Rhiannon, nor does it stop him doing his duty, that too is Epic.

EMTV - It was announced this morning that Rokkenjima have cancelled the Tri-Partite Treaty. What are your thoughts?

Freya - I leave matters of State to my brother. I'm sure he'll be concerned, Rokkenjima and ourselves have done many things together and I know that despite what Empress Beatrice has said in her statement Morelanders were still co-operating on a range of activities with Rokkenjimans. Some of these matters of great importance for Mundus, sadly this rug being pulled out from under our feet means they have to stop and essentially for the Empress determining issues surrounding her are issues that East Moreland can't work around. That frankly is ridiculous as our issues with her have been going on for many months yet it hasn't stopped close and trusting partnerships to continue. Those must now be sacrificed because of ego. I would not rule out meeting with Rokkenjiman representatives myself if they have some issue with my brother but rather than seek alternative avenues they went instead straight to the media. We shall continue to now work with those nations that value co-operation to ensure the future prosperity, peace and security of anyone willing to work with us.

EMTV - What do you have to say about the rumours of your brother and his romance with Lady Stasya Pelagiya?

Freya - My brother is a single man, he's wealthy, handsome, powerful and well dressed, all things that attract ladies, and if Gossip Daily is to be believed Vaguzian Kings. The media will always be interested in who he is dating, I experienced the same interest before marrying Alex and I suppose its natural people like to speculate. I can categorially say Erin Osman knows nothing about our family and wouldn't trust her as far as I could throw the whole Osman family. I've meet Lady Stasya, she's a nice lady and if she was dating my brother I think they'd make a nice couple, but at the moment my brother's main concern is Rhiannon's end of year school tests and her fencing Junior Bronze badge.

EMTV - Are you and your husband considering children?

Freya - At the moment we're trying to adopt Evie, the six year old who Alex rescued from the Mhorish. She is as far as I am concerned my daughter and I love spending time with her. We just now need to convince the courts to sadly declare her biological parents, whom no one has seen for two years, as legally dead and then we can adopt her. I'd be so happy to call her daughter and I am so proud of her. Evie and Rhiannon are great friends and already act more like sisters, but to think they'd officially be cousins would make my day. Having biological children can wait until we've solved this and my military career is settled.


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BIG NAMES HEAD TO OSTLAKE MILITARY GAMES
6 DAYS TO GO

The East Moreland military has always been a breeding ground in the Kingdom for sporting excellence with sporting stars having to do their national service just like any other citizen however usually they find their way into the Physical Training Instructor roles, yet some have seen front line service on a more and more regular basis. This means the Ostlake Games has always produced oppurtunities to see great Morelander athletes in action and this year shall be no different. Today we take a look at some of the great sports men and women on show at this years games.


Rollo MacAllister (Rugby 7's for either Seaforth Guest Team or Hunter's Legion)

Currently rugby world cup winner and boyfriend of Archduchess Sophie is serving with the Royal Artillery, his 6ft 9in, 20stone frame being put to use handling heavy artillary shells rather than opposition back rowers. He has however announced he would like to play at the games for Seaforth who are sending a small contingent, with the Games being outside control of the International Rugby Board this request may be granted, that being the case this years only professional rugby player in the games would be lining up against his military buddies. Rollo has said, "I am not sad I have represented East Moreland at all. I've been welcomed with so much love by this nation and everytime I pull on the HoneyBadger jersey I am proud to play for a nation that took me in when they didn't have to, that's a debt I can never repay. Growing up however I dreamt of playing for Seaforth, chances are I'll never do that professionally so the Ostlake Games are my only chance so I hope the powers that be see fit to grant my request. With the Northfort Royal's lock forward on board you should expect either Seaforth or Hunter's Legion to go far in the rugby.


Archduchess Sophie Harrison-Ironside (Women's Triathlon, 10km Cross Country, Combat Run, Great Ostlake Challenge for the Royal East Moreland Air Force)

Often battling it out with Daisy Greechan for the claim to be East Moreland's greatest athlete of all time she was the first woman to win gold in both the Summer and Winter Games, rowed across the Mhorish and became the first to trek across Hrothgar. Therefore it is impossible to question the woman's endurance sport credentials. However the triathlon is a new one but with Daisy Greechan as a friend it is unlikely she won't be fully prepared. She is currently serving as a Dog Handler with the Air Force and video footage of her training alongside her Husky Bandit indicate she is in peak physical form. "I'm excited, I am before every event I've never tried doing three so different events in such a short space of time and it'll be fun to see what I can do."


Daisy Greechan (Women's Triathlon & Assault Course (Mixed) for the East Moreland Royal Naval Service

Currently classed as East Moreland's greatest athlete of all time she has a total of 13 Mundus Games medals and while swimming is not a discipline in itself at the Ostlake Games she has shown to be a strong sports woman after completing the row across the Mhorish with Archduchess Sophie. She has been serving in the Navy since the age of 18 as a rescue diver and has amassed over 150 rescues including several in dangerous conditions during refugee operations in the Mavrosia Crisis that saw Alex Redfern missing for over a month. She is a tough competitor but having to run and cycle will take her out her comfort zone. "The Assault Course is fun, I love using that back at base as its a good way of preparing for scrambling over stuff on boats when we head out to calls. The swimming means I've good cardio and quiet strong upper body so I think I'll be a real asset to the team. I hope to bring back some big points but the level of competition at Ostlake is immense." The 25 year old was romantically linked to King David several months ago but according to the sporting legend, "It was clear our lives were not going to put us in the same room often enough for our relationship to go any further. I have tremendous affection for King David but I wasn't about to pursue something with no legs. It was better for him, me and Princess Rhiannon that we parted as friends and I wish him well."



Eddie Hall (Powerlifting & Men's Tug of War, People's Legion)


Possibly the strongest man Mundus has ever seen the Royal Engineer mechanic is holder of the World Deadlift Record after becoming the first person in history to lift 500kg, a lift that nearly killed him. He has competed at the Mundus games in Shot Put and Discuss as well as holding the title of East Moreland's Strongest Man. Despite being a well known face in Strength Sports he has never actually competed in Powerlifting, "The Ostlake Games will be interesting, as its done as a ratio of weight lifted to body weight I have to shift a lot of plates on the bar to stand a chance, but thats fair. The lifts we're doing, Squats, Deadlift and Bench Press are ones we do for Strongman so I could be on, I know I'm lifting the most in terms of the Deadlift for a start, but most of the competitors will be half my body weight. It'll be a fun day out, I think though our Legion will dominate the Tug of War, I'm used to pulling trucks on my own but now I'll also have a team around me. It's going to be a Tug of War massacre."

The Royal Engineer Sergeant has also claimed that this year he will break the record for the Overhead Log Lift having narrowly missed out on it a few months ago while struggling with an injured ankle.






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KING SENDS BEST WISHES TO KING ANDREW III

King David today used his time in front of the Representative Assembly to formally pass his best wishes onto the newly named King Andrew III of Seaforth. The King who has only just recently returned from humanitarian operations in Seaforth was giving the Assembly an update of the situation as well as taking his monthly questions from the Assembly Members. The King, who was keen to finish early to get to Ostlake for the upcoming Military Games said. "I am a little shocked that Joshua is not the King of Seaforth, it will seem odd but I know Andrew is a capable man. The Rhodes family are blessed with many suitable leaders and I know King Andrew will be a superb choice to succeed Joshua. It is my hope that the new King will formally visit East Moreland soon as there is a need to rectify formal diplomatic treaties between us. With the descruction of the original Tri-Partitite and the CIS there is no formal tie between us. In my eyes however those ties have never ceased to exist, I therefore formally announce that with immediate effect the old scenario of tariff removal and visa requirements be restored, furthermore as Seaforth starts to rebuild 1/4 of our foreign aid budget ($12.1bn total budget) will be diverted there to be used on improving the standard of life for all civilians. I also ask the newly crowned King to indulge me in a small favour that I wish to see become a tradition. When every Morelander child is born they are nominated a sword and shield mother and father by each parent. Six years ago I used my selection to choose people who in hindsight were bad choices. Now my daughter Princess Rhiannon does not have the full compliment, that is a situation I must rectify, with the former King of Seaforth holding the title of Shield Father I am in need of a new Sword Father, I therefore ask the new King of Seaforth to show the world we are still allies by accepting this role."

The King did not require a vote on the matter of naming a new Shield Father however he did ask for the Assemblies approval, 92% of the Assembly approved, a 2nd vote on the aid budget saw 89% approval. Prime Minister Henrietta Quinn stated, "We had a large number of Seaforthian's come this way when the tragedy struck them. They have been good neighbours to us all and I think the strong bonds between us where seen today in the vote.




LEGIONNAIRE LEGACY AT THE GAMES
4 DAYS TO GO

Last year the Ostlake Military Games saw the first events for injured veterans when teams competed in rowing and hand-biking, this year the events for the Legionnaire Legacy Games, which will run alongside the main games, will see many more. King's Cross Medal winner, former Royal Marine Commando Seregant Joe Townshend gives us a run down of the five sports featured this year.

HANDBIKING

"Does exactly what it says on the tin, its cycling but for people with no legs. Its the event I compete in and I'm looking forward to representing the Navy once more. The sport puts a lot of strain on the upper body and rhythm is the big key, lose it and it can take valuable seconds to get it back. We'll be competing over the distance of 10 miles so at some point lactic acid is going to hit those muscles and then it becomes a battle of just how well you can handle pain. The winner will be the person best able to grit their teeth and keep the rhythm.

ROWING

"This event will see King David competeing after his back wounds. I understand he's just back from Seaforth so it'll be interesting to see just how prepared he is. The distances will be some 3000meters and a lot of them will face similar problems as the handbikers when it comes to lactic acid. There is a much wider range of disabilities in this with each competitor being given a rating 1-10 depending on their mobility, crews will have to fit in with a total score for the crew depending on the race. The event can be impacted by the wind and Ostlake gets a lot of it.

WHEEL CHAIR RUGBY

"I looked at competing in this, then found out its called Murderball as well and so chickened out. The sport is face paced and high impact which means you're likely to see a broken bone of two. Its a sport where you're more likely to need a mechanic for the damaged chairs as you are a physio for the damaged bones. The teams that do well are more likely to be the ones where they are able to handle injuries the best. It'll be a crowd favourite as the sound of the clashing metal always brings a few "oohs" and "aars".

SWIMMING

"They'll be a whole swimming programme this year and its one of the most popular sports used for rehabilitation, expect to see these medals fiercly contested by a whole host of abilities. I began trying to get involved in swimming following my injury, the level of competition was so high that despite hard work I got nowhere near it and so settled for hand-biking. I've heard rumours a few world records could also be under threat so if you catch any of the Legionnaire Legacy games this will be the one."

WHEELCHAIR MARATHON

"Another event I looked at, tried and found it wasn't for me, this is the most demanding wheelchair event I can imagine and the shoulders of the people who win it will be things of mechanical excellence. This will be the final event for the Legionnaire Legacy games this year and I want everyone to get down to the lakeside and watch those competing do their thing. I'll be there cheering on the Navy but its a wide open race and likely to be settled in the last few hundred meters.


The Games will be shown live alongside the Ostlake Games and Princess Freya, one of the Patrons of Legionnaire Legacy says, "We've pushed for even more events next year. It seems odd as we've not even had these ones yet, but we sold out tickets within hours for the rugby, handbiking, rowing and swimming. I know the people of Ostlake will be out en mass supporting the Marathon events and I hope the weather stays clear for it. The Legionnaire Legacy programme is something I'm very proud of being part of and very thankful for it existing. My brother found himself on the receiving end of their support and it helped us all through worrying times, the veterans having their own games shows that they are still battling and for that we can be very proud."

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KING APPEARS ON EMTV MORNING NEWS

In response to the statement given by Empress Beatrice to her own nations media King David III of East Moreland made a surprise appearence on the EMTV Morning show. The hour long chat appeared to be unplanned however it did bring up many talking points

Quote from:  On the Collapse of the Tri-Partite

I did not sign a treaty with Empress Beartice. I signed a treaty with Rokkenjima. One day myself and the Empress will be dead, the documents we sign live on, therefore when I put my name to anything I always write King David III of East Moreland, and I make sure the words East Moreland are bigger than my name because I am the person privledged to sign on their behalf. It is important to note that despite my personal lack of confidence with the Empress we never stopped co-operation with Rokkenjima. In her statement she said her people are "working with LISA and allied partners in "eradicating any lingering subversive elements" Whether she admits it or not much of that information they will be using has been generated by the outstanding work of the East Moreland intelligence community, some of which in the last few weeks. If we had lost trust in Rokkenjima would we have put our assets at risk in order to help them? That's the question the Empress needs to think about. Unlike her I have put my personal feelings aside because I know that the average Rokkenjiman is a nice person who just like the Morelanders wants a stable world to live in, to have opportunities for their children and be able to put enough food on their table. One day I'm gone and my daughter will be Queen of East Moreland and she too will respect the people of Rokkenjima, mainly because they have in her opinion the best strawberry shoe laces on Mundus and she likes the Cherry Blossoms, her personal feelings with Adrianna I hope will be positive, but that matters little because at some point her child will take the crown and so on. Us rulers are mere dust eventually, our nations last forever.

Quote from:  On the released documents

The supposed collaboration with Borlanders was the straw that broke the camels back, lets assume for a moment we trust these documents, even if we do the camel may not have a broken back buts its got a serious case of severe slipped disks. The East Moreland and Rokkenjiman relationship has been on a downwards trajectory for a while and the Empress has now sent this into a vertical nose dive. Let me explain. During the Marseille conflict Henry Cole asked CTO to put forces under his command, and we did, we sent thousands of combat soldiers into a warzone under the command of a Rokkenjiman.  During that whole conflict which saw Morelanders fighting and dying as they fought on the ground to push into the capital to link up with Alanders and Real Marseille, meanwhile the sum total of Rokkenjiman combat operations was Rokkenjimanstrikes on targets included the munitions storage facility, barracks, and two remote sites utilized in the launch of missiles. Fast forward to the Cultist genocide in Royal Seleucid, Rokkenjima voted in favour of establishing a no-fly zone , shortly after Tim Carpenter risked life and limb to bring a dossier of evidence of a widespread genocide. How many Rokkenjiman planes took to the skies to help with that.....none. Meanwhile East Moreland and Achkaerin were undertaking the most complex air bridge operation Mundus has ever seen, East Moreland planes flying 11,000km, refuelling multiple times from tankers who had refuelled multiple times just to make their rendezvous. Yet 7,000km sat Rokkenjima. While East Moreland, along with allies Achkaerin, conducted the most complex and ambitious military operation  mundus has ever seen an alleged ally, who often boasts of ruling the seas, contributed not a single ship. Instead they were floating them around the Illumic while their allies died protecting innocent cultist's in Royal Seleucid. That does not sound like someone acting with honour. The use of rokkenjiman bases could have decreased flight times by 50% allowing double the number of flights which in turn means more lives saved.  At that time we see Nettie Taylor say "Given present controversies (investigations into the Andean Genocide) it was believed that refraining from involvement would better allow East Moreland to conduct operations without any opportunity for accusations of misconduct to be made." putting their misfortune above the needs of thousands. While every part of our government was busy rescuing civilians and children being gunned down what was the Rokkenjiman government doing? They were using the might of the Rokkenjiman dipolomatic service to challenge a CTO Resolution that instigated investigations into the Andean Genocide. This is a track record that has gone on for many years now and has seen Achkaerin withdraw from the CTO. I would have followed but I gave my word that we would use the CTO to stand for those who can not defend themselves, and we have time and time again, even Uppsala, a non CTO member, it was us that lead a CTO force into the region supported by more non-CTO nations than CTO ones in order to again do what we hope was the right thing. We stand by our word again and again, when Rokkenjima withdrew its embassies in Transvaal it was our own embassy which welcomed any and all Rokkenjimans with open arms. Yet meanwhile the Tri-Partite agreement was always rather one sided. We had several times where Rokkenjima took action in the Illumic without informing us before they informed the press. Yet still we did not walk away because we had given our word and that means something.


Beatrice says I may wish to paint her as a devil. I've not done that, you see I know a little about Christian mythology, the devil is a great powerful creature in possession of nearly as much power as their God but he chooses to do evil actions with it. I have two reasons for not believing Beatrice is the devil, first she does not do evil, the second because she takes no action with her power. Beatrice is therefore focusing on the wrong thing, this is not about one incident, its the sum total of a growing distrust, growing feeling that we shoulder an unfair burden.

This is nothing personal against Beatrice, she has in the eyes of East Moreland through her inactions and her words failed to live up to what I would consider someone of good standing to have. Once upon a time my sister acted in a way that we believe was not befitting someone of good standing, what happened then? I sent her to serve in Blue Legion, a unit our army once had that provided those who had lost their honour to redeem themselves. If I did that to my own sister then why would I go any easier on Empress Beatrice?


Quote from:  On the future of East Moreland & Rokkenjiman relationships

We shall stand by as many of our obligations as we can, I expect Rokkenjima to do the same. We shall continue to work on a scenario where East Moreland will make decisions about what we do based on the Code of Canley, in he future that may see us having to co-operate with Rokkenjima and when that time comes I will gladly do so. There may be times when we disagree with Rokkenjima, it's happened in the past. When those days come I will once more do the right thing for our nation and the people the situation will impact. For the next 360 or so day the Empress needs no visa to visit East Moreland, she is therefore free to open any avenues of diplomacy she see's fit with our nation.

Quote from:  On the future of the CTO

The organisation is probably dead. We don't really need it anyway. There have always been coalitions of the willing. Since I have been King our nation has stood up and done what needed to be done. Safraen experienced tragedy and we pulled off the longest airborne assault Mundus has ever known to make sure innocents were supported. Backed by Achkaerin and Dijel we held the capital against USR advances while re-establishing law and order. The willing stepped up. Then again when Safraen was targetted by the Soviets the same nations pushed back those who wished to see Safraen become Communist, we pushed them clean out of Safraen and when we reached the border with Meche what did our forces do.....they crossed that border to open a second front to where CSTO forces were engaged[/url], no need for a request we just pushed over the border and carried our drive on. We, and nations like Ui Cenneslaig, Achkaerin, Mountjoy, and many many others will continue to do the right thing when the times come.

Quote from: When asked if Beatrice colluded with Borlanders

Probably not. I know first hand lots go on in government behind closed doors. The issue is simple though, assuming she did not collude as the documents say, why wasn't more done to support us. Beatrice will have know the exact location of various Borlander assets as such as those working for Ms.Hadley would have known things, that should have been handed over quickly, and to allow Princess Adriana to keep a teddy bear of the Borlanders was a move that is always going to cast doubts. Should Rhiannon of ever walked through the door with a teddy bear dressed as Stalin during the times of rivalries between Rokkenjima and the USR it wouldn't have lasted longer than 10 seconds.

I never say people can't change, I believe Beatrice has good intentions, but good intentions don't get things done. If she does have good intentions then I hope she looks carefully at the relationship between our nations, realises its not about the relationship between me and her, and then looks at our nations track record, even moving Mundus to try and free her daughter.....giving up an oppurtunity to kill Kyle Barren because our forces would have had to kill Adriana, and we'd given our word to do everything possible to bring her home. I'd ask her bearing all this in mind what exactly has East Moreland done to break the Tri-Partite because I can't think of any other nation on Mundus, including Dartfordia whom is connected by marriage to Rokkenjima, that will have done more to support them.

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HIGH PRIESTESS PLANS SEAFORTH VISIT

The High Priestess of Helus,Skye Maddix, the highest ranked member of the Priesthood within the Cult of Helus, has announced today that she is planning to visit Seaforth. The 40 year old succeeded Joanna Ironside to the position two years and has focused on building up a strong youth programme in East Moreland as well as dealing with religious maverick Jinny Denman. Since inheriting the position she has overseen each Temple establish a youth programme similar to the Scout organisation and over 500 of these youth clubs have been set up. It was while visiting the Temple of Jekar at Ostlake prior to the games that she spoke.

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The various youth groups across East Moreland are keen to help Seaforth, I've seen groups collecting funds, tins of food, donations of blankets and various other items. One Temple in Keepton had managed to collect together hundreds of educational books, boxes of pens, paper and the like, I was very very impressed. I've spoken with many of our young people and they see the tragedy of Seaforth as a way of them beginning to live out the Code of Canley, something that for a 12 year old to do is a challenge. I'm proud of them wanting to do the right thing. What we must now investigate is how we get all this stuff over there and to the people who need it. To do that we need people on the ground and I wouldn't be much of a leader if I sent people where I would not go. I'll be speaking to the authoritse in Seaforth in the coming days to arrange a visit, not some pomp and ceremony one, I intend to turn up in trekking gear, a rucksack and sat among crates of the donations our youth have collected. This will be a working visit as I don't wish to take away the valuable time of the Seaforthian government. I've never visited Seaforth, how can I represent the people of the faith if I don't get my hands dirty in their homeland."


The exact dates of the visit have yet to be confirmed but it is likely Maddix will be keen to go sooner rather than later as the Feast of Rolaf falls on the 29th of June leading many to think she may make the unpresidented move of conducting prayers in Seaforth this year. One Priestess in Keepton said, "The feast of Rolaf is a day to remember the dead, Seaforth going through this tragedy means sadly they have a great deal of remembering to do. As such there can be few better places for the guide of our faith to be."





EKRA BADGER SPRINTS FOR TSUNAMI STRUCK ISLAND


Minister of Defence, Sir Harry Samuelson, has confirmed that following reports of a tsunami in the Mhroish, which is likely to have hit the island of Barnacle/Nursashima that the Ekra-Badger has been dispatched. The Ground Effect Vehicle which is equipped as a rapid reaction vehicle and has capability to deploy as a field hospital is likely to arrive within a few hours and will be the first of what is expected to be many CNN vessels to arrive. The Minister also confirmed that the CNN rapid deployment exercise has been cancelled and instead, "nations have been encouraged to continue the journey towards the Mhorish and prepare to aid in efforts that the islanders may need. There is likely to be significant damage and some people may be in the need of evacuation, experience tells us time here is critical and the Ekra-Badger means we can land at the islands, gather up casualties, head back to the mainland and then get back to the island before any other boats have turned up."

It is expected that a large contingent of the East Moreland Navy will be making their way from Portworth the the scene in the next day or so. It is also expected that once the initial observation of the situation has been carried out that the King will formally ask JET to launch their humanitarian operations.

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PRINCESS FREYA TO HOST 2nd ADRIANA VISIT

It was announced today that Princess Freya will once more host a visit by the Rokkenjiman Crown Princess Adriana. The 14 year old Princess was a visitor last year after she undertook a pilgrimage following a scandal where she was seen with a Borlander attired teddy bear. The visit comes in the wake of recent deterioration in relations between the two nations following Rokkenjima cancelling the Tripartite treaty between East Moreland, Rokkenjima and Dartfordia followings claims that East Moreland declared Empress Beatrice guilty of some crime, this was according to Rokkenjiman news behind the  "decision to terminate relations". In statements following the Empresses announcement King David indicated that East Moreland remained co-operative with Rokkenjima in a number of fields but that this would be under review. Recent YouGov polls in Rokkenjima have indicated a desire for the Tripartite to continue, a statistic however not shared in East Moreland where support of an agreement such as the Tripartite is not supported. A recent poll said 67% would be happy to see an end of the Tripartite while 22% believed the Tripartite had been a fair agreement. It is therefore unlikely the visit from Adriana is likely to be seen as highly productive.

One Morelander who was interviewed about the Crown Princesses proposed visit said, "This is rather insulting, Rokkenjima are essentially sending a child to determine the future of relationships between our two nations. What if the talks go late into the night? Will they be past the Princesses bedtime?" The move was also seen as another sign of disrespect by Chief Councillor Thomas More of the National Traditionalist Party saying, "Any foreign treaty from our nation must be endorsed by the King, we now have a child coming who couldn't even vote in her homeland coming to potentially determine foreign policy, if she's not politically savvy enough to vote then why is she politically savvy enough to handle what have become very sensitive talks between our nations. I understand the King was the person their request was addressed to, however he is currently very busy and I would have advised in cabinet sending a lower ranked official to match the political weight of the Crown Princess.....I believe my teenage niece is at a loose end."

Others however have welcomed the visit, including Youth Minister Amelia Merriman, "We've seen young people taking on a more active role in politics. I personally don't believe any deal or agreement should come of this visit. After all the Princess carries no authority in a legal sense as far as I am aware. What can happen however is she can be shown the human face of the nation that her future Empire seem intent on throwing away. Many Morelanders feel the East Moreland and Rokkenjiman relationship to have been one that at some times was one sided, and other times  taken for granted. Statements made complaining at the Office of Tripartite affairs about Rokkenjima making press announcements ahead of even our own ambassadors have been frequent and then we had statements about relative contributions to the CTO. All these things have been filed away by many Rokkenjimans and now we do have a royal who must address them."

The visit is likely to take place at Silverhills and use the Duke of Silverhills estate. The Duke is a long time friend of the Ironside family and a major supporter of the Cult of Helus. The Royal Press Secretary Malcolm Tucker explained the reasons behind the choice of venue. "Crown Princess Adriana is coming as one who understands Moreland culture having been one of few foreigners to undertake a traditional pilgrimage, as such the big formal welcome may be unneccessary, furthermore the glare of media attention on places like the Palace in Northfort, or the Royal Retreat at Rockhampton may overwhelm a 14 year old girl. She has been sent with a rather large responsibility and that will require her focus. We do not wish to overburden her and as this meeting could not possibly produce a formal agreement it seems more appropriate to move it to a more informal and relaxed venue to help put the child at ease."

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PORTABLE VLS SYSTEM HAS SUCCESSFUL "DEPLOYMENT TEST"

The Land Portable Vertical Launch System (LPVLS) which is being developed by a range of different companies across the CNN alliance yesterday had its first successful "Deployment" test. The concept behind the weapons platform is to be able to deliver highly accurate missile fire quickly by battlefield units. The system is essentially a scaled down version of a ships VLS system but can be carried on any military specification truck. The system is also capable of operating independently of any data input giving front line units the ability to have a self contatined system capable of giving significant firepower.

The "Deployment" test was intended to see just how portable the system was. One of the six prototypes was taken from Technology City in East Moreland to the Ecclesiastical State following a refuelling visit in the Unified Iwi. The 16,500km journey then saw the system handed from the Royal East Moreland Air Force to the Ecclesiastical States Army who took the system to a test firing area and successfully fired a salvo of eight missiles. The whole process from leaving Technology City to the final missile launch was just over 19 hours. Martin Dawson of SmartWar, one of the contributors to the programme said. "We've shown the amount of firepower we can deliver to a front line unit in a short space of time. The aircraft used could have carried 100 of these plus one extra salvo per system. Essentially then we have the ability to put 1600 highly accurate missiles into the hands of any front line unit to any point on Mundus in less than 24 hours. That is quiet a capability for our military to have."

The system is likely to begin tests with the military in September following further rounds of tests with companies in Lodja, East Moreland, Ui Cenneslaig, The Iwi and Ecclesiastical State. Each system is likely to cost just under $1million.

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EAST MORELAND COMMITS TO MAKE ALBA KARINYA FIRST NUKE FREE CONTINENT

King David has today announced the 2nd Phase of the "Kilotonnes to Kilowatts" project which has been turning part of the East Moreland nuclear arsenal into fuel for a nuclear power station. As part of the announcement the King has confirmed that he intends to have all East Moreland's nuclear weapons decommissioned by the end of 2021. The announcement means that Alba Karinya will become the only continent on Mundus to be confirmed free of nuclear weapons. With only East Moreland, Achkaerin and Rokkenjima being in possession of nuclear weapons it also means East Moreland becomes the first nuclear power to commit to ending its arsenal. The King made the announcement at the Represenatative Council saying. "Alba Karinya is the only continent on Mundus that does not see a non-native military presence. We are therefore fully in charge of our own destiny. At one point there was a time when we feared the threat of the USR and nuclear weapons helped keep them at bay, that shadow has now gone and the only reason to keep our nukes would be to target any enemies around us. East Moreland has none, especially on our island continent. As such we must set an example to our fellow AKO members by showing trust in them, we therefore commit ourselves to complete and verifiable disarmament within the next three years."

The move was welcomed by some, including High Priestess Skye Maddix who said, "Weapons of Mass Destruction are horrid and have no place in a civilised world. We live in a day and age of high technology that creates super accurate weapons. The threat of indiscriminate killing brought by nuclear weapons and other WMD's should be eradicated and I am proud that my homeland is leading the way. It is my hope that other nations now commit themselves to ensuring they remain nuclear free." The High Priestess went on to say "The Code of Canley says we should protect those who can not protect themselves, therefore nuclear weapons are as anti-code as it is possible to be."

However Chief-Councillor Thomas More said, "East Moreland have always prided ourselves on developing cutting edge military technology. As such we should not be giving up our military advantage so easily. I will be asking the Council to vote in an attempt to stop this programme. It is my hope that should that be successful the King would reverse his decision seeing it as the will of the people for our nation to be properly able to defend itself against any and all threats."

Should the disarmament actually take place it would produce as much nuclear fuel as East Moreland would need for the next 30 years. The King has also not ruled out selling the nuclear fuel produced to "trusted, respected and close neighbours". The King also said, "It is my hope this move we are making today is supported by the nations of Alba Karinya who will continue working with us, and each other, to keep Alba Karinya the only continent on Mundus fully looking after its own security." 

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OSMANTECH COMMISSION "REFUGEE PLATFORM"

OsmanTech today announced that they would be commissioning a Seaforthian dockyard to produce them a 15,000 TEU capacity cargo ship. The move was announced by the companies CEO Joanna Osman and is thought to be costing around $150million. The daughter of Lord Lucas Osman, explained the decision saying, "The vessel is a test bed for some new technology we are developing, we'll be converting the vessel into a floating town of sorts. Instead of cargo containers carrying goods they'll be turned into homes for staff or voulenteers as we try out new ideas for sustainable living. We also have in mind that during crisis of kinds we've seen at Uppsala we could sail the vessel down there empty of people save for the crew and use it as temporary refugee accommodation for the most needy, forming part of OsmanTech's commitment to supporting East Moreland's humanitarian efforts."

It is understood that the vessel will be in situations such as a new Uppsala crisis would be handed over to the Navy for operations and OsmanTech will receive tax relief as compensation. 15,000 containers could be stored onboard and it is expected some 5,000 container homes may be built similar to ones built in Technology City for young workers and students. These have been a great success in getting youngsters onto the property ladder. The remaining space will be set up for labs, entertainment, health facilities and educational hubs. Joanna Osman hopes that the floating city will first be used to test out new green electrical and water filtration systems. "What we hope to do is take onboard young graduates with an interest in science and technology and give them a chance to contribute to the programmes we run. They'll get a chance to travel Mundus for three months, given a living allowance and access to some work experience, hopefully many can be found jobs in our company or they will go on and establish their own research once back home. Its an exciting project and I look forward to when the ship is finished"

It was announced the vessel will be named the MV Prince Caspian after Joanna Osman's deceased nephew and the son of King David. The Royal Press Officer Malcolm Tucker said, "This is an exciting project. Prince Caspian loved swimming and the water so for the Osmans to name such an important project after him is rather nice. The King sends all involved in the project his best wishes."




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EMAC ONE STEP CLOSER TO MILITARY FLYING CAR

Following the issuing of a military requirement two years ago EMAC have today demonstrated that their "Flying Car" concept is one step closer to securing the contract. The Army put out a request for concepts that were able to complete "Light military patrols" as well as "fly medical evacuation missions" , in essence a car that could turn into a helicopter. The concept was explained by General Katie Yacobs. "The need to get casualties to aid within what we call the Golden Hour is essential. Often it can take valuable time for ground troops to get a helicopter in and take a wounded comrade out, this concept can in theory half that time as they will have the helicopter on the ground with them." Two projects are underway, the EMAC "Flying Car" and the joint Henley/SmartWar "Black Knight" project. So far the "Black Knight" has completed a successful basic flight test where it flew without onboard passengers a set route having driven to the test area. This was also completed by the Flying Car two weeks later.

The 2nd stage test was to successfully demonstrate an ability to "evacuate one casualty a distance of 1km using air capabilities". Yesterday EMAC pulled ahead in the race to win the contract when they demonstrated their prototype being loaded with a weighted medical dummy and its combat equipment and then flew it a distance of 2km.  EMAC CEO Sir Alan Maybury said, "This is an important project for us as it can go a long way to saving lives. We today satisfactorily completed this test but we know there is still a lot of work to do. The vehicle must get heavier, slightly bigger and faster before it becomes anywhere near reality. An improvement on any one of those factors impacts the others and so we must proceed at a pace that allows us to keep jumping through the Armies hoops but safely."

Henley/SMartWar have not been drawn on when their prototype will conduct a similar test. The teams have until 2020 to prove that they can fulfil all criteria set by the military and show they are the better option of the two. Sir Alan Maybury added, "This contract has the potential to be huge, currently the Army has over 1,000 mobility vehicles, if we won the contract to eventually replace just half of them then it'd create many many jobs. I think there will be many nations watching this competition between ourselves and Henley/SmartWar and the winner could see thousands of sales overseas, even the runner up could find a rather large export market.....who knows both could even enter service with the East Moreland Army, from what I've seen we're both coming at it slightly differently and the end results will be fascinating."

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THREAT LEVEL "UNMOVED" SAYS SAMUELSON

Minister of Defence, Sir Harry Samuelson, today spoke about the cryptic twitter messages seemingly coming from the account claiming to belong to Kyle Barren, the self proclaimed King of Borland. The former Red Legionnaire instructor said, "We are currently at Bikini State[1] Black Amber, what that means essentially is we are at the highest threat level short of having a foreign army engaging our forces. We have been at that state here in East Moreland for the last three years and haven't been down to Green in ten years. This is a situation Morelanders are used to and are prepared for." There has been a noticable increase in the number of Army patrols in major cities and tourist sites across the nation. Several Red Legion SUV's have been seen around the Temple District and at Princess Rhiannon's school. The Minister of Defence is no stranger to anti-Borland operations and said, "We practice for these situations all the time, we've people paid to think outside the box and have plans in place for things I didn't even think are conceivable. Lets remember that every person in our nation who is able bodied and aged over 25 has had some basic military training, including in first aid, it is my hope that should something happen on Tuesday or any other time all Morelanders who can will do whatever is required to look out for each other.

The King has also appealed for the nation to remain calm during an appeareance at a art fayre where he was accompanied by royal artist in residence, and former rumoured girlfriend, Jocelyn Hopkins. The King took time out from viewing the work of artists aged 16-21 to say, "Here in East Moreland the Borlanders threats are a daily concern, we shall do what we always do which is be vigilant, be prepared and be about our business. Things do not stop because some deluded guy living in a cave claims he's the King of us. I urge everyone to remain aware of suspicious activity, report it to the authorities but otherwise go about their day the same as they would any other Tuesday."

Duke Legion have been mobilised with the Legion cancelling leave and moving forces into all cities.
 1. Threat indication levels, goes White - All Good, Green - All good but be watchful, Black - We've a threat but its unlikely to do much Black Special - We've a threat that may do something, Black Amber - We've a threat but no specified target, Black Amber Special - Specific target and imminent threat , Amber - We're getting ready for actual war , Red - War.....what is it good for....absolutely nothing.....HUH!!!....Say it again

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EKRA-BADGER 2 TO UNDERGO ENDURANCE TRIALS

EMAC have today announced that the descendent aircraft to the nations Ground Effect Vehicle known as the Ekra-Badger is to undergo endurance trials. The Ekra-Badger 2 will travel from East Moreland to Port Hunter in the Unified Iwi and then return. The journey is designed to show the Navy the ability of the aircraft to respond quickly. The CEO of EMAC, Sir Alan Maybury explained the usefulness of the design. "The Ekra-Badger showed the benefit of rapid reaction vehicles in the Illumic. It has allowed teams of Red Legionnaires to carry out quick strikes against pirate bases and has intervened in humanitarian operations far quicker than any naval vessel. The fact that it can carry six anti-ship missiles means its also a potent strike vessel, thankfully that role has yet to be tested in a real life situation. The Ekra-Badger 2 is likely to be a pure logistics vessel. The beauty of these ground effect vehicles is that it can cover large distances very quickly while giving many of the advantages of a boat, add to the fact it can refuel itself at sea and we have a long range high speed boat."

The new Ekra-Badger is likely to be able to transport over 100 troops, two tanks and supplies and travel at close to 300mph. It is likely to be armed with heavy machine guns allowing it to give fire support.





FOREIGN MINISTER SPEAKS OF TAMORA AND MORE

Foreign Minister Edward Tamana today addressed the Representative Council and included among his topics the Tamora situation.

"In the recent days we have seen a propaganda machine only rivalling that of Kaitaine. The best propaganda however has a grain, no matter how small, of truth to it. We currently have a nation who still have slavery, something I find abhorrent and wish to see end. What we must recall though is change is gradual, five years ago our nation was isolated from global affairs, much the way Tamora was. We have seen our society change and I am confident Tamora will too. I will not be promoting a boycott but I will urge the people of East Moreland to think twice before buying goods from Tamora. We as a government will not be making any purchases from Tamora unless they first permit my Office to inspect the factory or supplier and reassure ourselves that no slaves were involved in the product. We believe that in the case of criminals slavery can be a fitting punishment although even then I believe there are better alternatives. What worries us is people being born into slavery, it is my belief this is merely punishing the child for the sins of their parents. I would urge Tamora to end the practice of having children born into slavery, these children have so much potential and are being wasted."

The Foreign Minister went on to address the Tamoran presses assertion that one day our nation will "make Lodja a protectorate and put their house in order."

"Tamora should recognise a simple thing about East Moreland, we never have been, are not and never will be imperialist. It is our belief that the God Helus roamed all of Mundus but saw the lands of East Moreland as the most bountiful and most beautiful. As such to Cultists East Moreland is seen as the holy land and we have no desire to expand it. We've had oppurtunities in the past should we have wished, we could have held onto territory in Safraen, Academica could now be a province of East Moreland yet it isn't. We had the ability should we have wished to take control of Uppsala but there are no Morelander troops on the streets there. We are a nation that are as far away from being Imperialist as you can imagine."

Tamana was then asked of the tsunami response in Barnacle.

"Our stance over the chain of islands has not changed, should the people there wish to be Heyran then we'll support that, should they wish to be Himeyaman we'll support that too. Our nation has a reputation for successfully running referendum's on behalf of nations wishing to be seen to be transparent and also international organisations. We would wish to help ensure the people of these islands get their voice heard. The situation there is currently changing, I believe that the Himeyaman sections have been hit hard, and along with their mainland things are in need of attention. We'll support that but my understanding is the Himeyamans have all but withdrawn from the islands, this may change the situation radically. Once relief operations are done we shall take a barometer of the publics views there and support that view.

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GENERAL YACOBS BORLAND BRIEFING MADE PUBLIC

One of East Moreland's highest ranking military officers has been briefing the monarch on the recent situation and in a unique step the General's briefing has been partly given to the media.

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The Borland attacks show evidence of having been planned months ago. There is no way that attacks of this nature could have been planned, resourced and carried out in the three day time frame given. The nature of the attacks show a high degree of technical sophistication and therefore show that they likely had been on going preparation for at least six months.

The fact that the Borlanders seem to be in possession of Richard James, a former member of the SmartWar company who are a highly technically advanced company, shows that they have likely coerced his participation in their attacks. Richard is a former member of the Royal Engineers unit in the East Moreland military where he undertook his national service six years ago.  He has an outstanding military record and was ear-marked for officer training had he elected to stay on. His innovation was described by former business partner Martin Dawson as being "years ahead of my (Dawsons) own". The fact he is now, probably through coercion, being forced to work with the Borlanders should be a high concern.

It is highly likely that the Borlanders have prepared for these attacks outside East Moreland as well as their usual Alpine home. The ability to place devices on cargo vessels shows that they have access to ports around the world as many of the ships involved have not passed through ports in East Moreland in their history.

The Sarin that was used in East Moreland is suspected to have originated from with Lakhzovia. Their is a significant match with that Sarin used by the Khalinz Brigade which was used to attack troops from Ui Cenneslaig and civilians. This therefore leads to the belief that the group have contacts with this militia group.

The explosives used in the attacks feature the use of many over the counter chemicals and household products. As such nations should be on the look out for any bulk purchases of these type of products.

The IP addresses of various messages, videos and other communications used by the Borlanders during these attacks have come each time from a different country. This is either due to them using sophisticated proxy systems or by actually having operatives within different nations. 

Some of the attacks have used relative low key technology combined with ultra modern technology. This and the fact they are placed randomly around the globe also indicates that the Borlanders have infiltrated many nations across Mundus.

As the Borlanders have had access to their target countries for many months it is likely that the agents there are well integrated into society there. Likely they will be there as students or on long term visiting visas. All nations are suggested to contact their local East Moreland embassy for support analysing East Moreland travel documents such as passports. As an added security measure any East Moreland citizen leaving our nation will now be required to take with them their birth certificate or certificate of nationality. This will be presented on return to East Moreland along with their passport. We therefore urge nations to make use of this as an added check when dealing with passengers who are Morelanders.

For those Morelanders already out of the nation they should expect additional security screening upon their return.


At present the East Moreland military have been relatively quiet about the situation, leading many to suggest that a Red Legion operation is underway. A former member of the unit said, "Its the typical way, the Borlanders strike and the media has lots of reports of attacks and the military have a lot to say. Suddenly the military go quiet and that means the Red Legionnaires have been dispatched enmass to the Alps. I wouldn't be surprised if in a few days time reports come in of a large scale arrest or number of deaths. You can rest assured there is a lot going on behind the scenes."

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DAWN RAIDS SEE THREE DEAD AND TWO ARRESTED

This morning in the city of Silverhills members of the East Moreland Armed Forces, lead by Red Legion, raided two properties in an exclusive apartment complex. During the raid a fire-fight broke out that resulted in three dead suspects and two arrested, two Red Legionnaires were wounded in the exchange of gunfire and are described as stable. The raid follows almost a week of attacks by Borlanders across Mundus which have resulted in close to 500 deaths making them among the most bloody terror incidents in the history of Mundus.

Eye witnesses who live in the Faraday Complex, an exclusive walled complex of apartment blocks and leisure facilities, said the first they knew was when a loud explosion echoed through the complex as the Legionnaires made explosive entry to the apartments of the suspects simultaneously. There was then an exchange of gunfire in one of them as Red Legionnaires cleared them room by room. Members of the Logistic Corps aided the operation by ensuring civilians stayed in their own apartments. The team reappeared five minutes after the explosion with two of their team members of stretchers and two people in handcuffs. Once the site was secure the Police were given control of the site which has been on lockdown since with residents being questioned by police.

One resident, Mary Self (Aged 45) said "We've been told we can move around the complex but can't leave until police have carried out their investigation. This is a breach of my civil rights and I will be taking appropriate action" meanwhile other residents including Simon Faulk (Aged 29) believe the move is needed, "Here in East Moreland we face daily threats from Borlanders, if we're inconvenienced for a day to ensure no one else gets hurt then I'm cool with that. Who knows there could even be other Borlanders here. We had no idea those people were as they seemed just like anyone else. We had a big party here for the Festival of Greenflowers and they were out enjoying the day just like everyone else, seems very strange if they hate our nation."

Police later confirmed that they have a man and woman in custody both of whom will be charged with terror offences including kidnapping which lead many to believe they may have been part of a conspiracy which has seen Richard James, former owner of SmartWar and a leading engineer, become a hostage of the Borlanders. The identities of those held and the deceased has not been confirmed.

Brigadier Kelly of Red Legion was at the scene and said, "We acted on accurate live intelligence and over the last few days formulated a plan to execute what could have been a complex and dangerous raid. To come away with the success we have is a testament to the skill and dedication of the unit and I am, as always, proud to command them. The world should realise that we shall not rest until the threats to our nation have been removed." When asked about a potential strike on the "Principality of Northern Borland" within Zimalia the Brigadier said, "Red Legion don't attack targets of no value." When pressed about Rokkenjimas statement about potential attacks they could carry out he added, "If Rokkenjima want to waste tens of millions of dollars blowing up random shipping containers then they are welcome to."




"KING 50% THERE" SAYS DENMAN

Religious leader, Jinny Denman, has today spoken of the relationship between King David and Lodjain Lady in Waiting Stasya Pelagiya. The news of the relationship was first broken by a Seaforthian papparazi who caught the couple embracing by the pool of King David's Hearthstone estate there. It was later confirmed by Lady Stasya and then by Royal Press Secretary Malcolm Tucker who said, "The King is single, Lady Stasya is single. This is a non-news story if ever there was one"

The news however was picked up on by the leader of the Sisterhood of Helus, a splint er group of the mainstream Cult whom many see as heretics for their belief that Helus was female. Denman, who titles herself High Priestess of the Sisterhood which has over 1million members, has long demanded that the King remarry in order to protect the blood line many believe stretches back to Raimond Unasson, the most beloved of humans. In the past she has been critical of the King's first marriage to Matilda Osman because he had choosen a wife who was not noble. Denman has also tried using her political influence to push for a Law that insisted the King's wife be picked by the Representative Council but this was defeated. When King David was in a relationship with swimming legend Daisy Greechan she was again critical and lead a campaign against the swimmer. In the past she has also called Princess Rhiannon a "mudblood" and "unworthy of the throne" and has called for the King to remarry and have more children of "Purer" blood.

Upon hearing the news of the King's latest romance the outspoken Denman used her weekly podcast to address the issue saying. "The King this time is 50% there. Stasya Pelagiya is of fine noble birth, her family can trace their lineage back to former Queens of Lodja and the Dukedom her family posses has been theirs for over 400 years. With breeding such as that I have no issue with the nobility of her blood, and as I understand one day she will become a Duchess and thus add to her husbands titles. I still think this relationship though is a mistake even in the modern day of equality women still raise children, and a Queen will be primarily responsible for that. Lady Stasya is a follower of the Sessifet faith and as such unfit to raise a future King or Queen of East Moreland. Now, should she wish to learn more about Helus I would be happy to offer her lessons so that she could embrace our faith. If that happened I would be the first to say she is a perfect future Queen, clearly elegant, clearly of noble birth, beautiful, healthy and I pray one day she will become a child of Helus."