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Diplomacy and Events / A Khan to an Emperor
« on: November 19, 2023, 11:38:45 PM »
OOC- I assume unless its an issue that some kind of embassy exists between all nations. I fully intend to RP that Jargalant have neglected to appoint really good and active ambassadors for the last five years though. Hope this is ok


Gansükh Batzorig had been ambassador in Neu Uburzis just over three years now. His predecessor had been a nobleman and was recalled to the Khanate on grounds of his sisters health,  Gansükh had only ever been intended to be the caretaker ambassador until either the former had returned or a new nobleman was appointed. He himself was merely a 32 year old lawyer with some admin experience in the diplomatic corps but over the three years he'd grown to like the role. Today though he was actually tasked with doing something other than just dealing with the odd piece of correspondence. A message had come through on the teleprompt and now he sealed it in a thick card envelope that was dark red in colour. He carefully affixed the wax seal of his office as ambassador and then retrieved the item requested. He would have called for a car but the staff was basically himself, a secretary, two security guys and Tömör who was a kind of quartermaster, receptionist and chef all in one. He grabbed Tömör and made his way to the small embassies underground garage where a non descript little black electric car sat. It was the kind that a low paid office worker might use for a daily commute in a busy city and certainly not what a real ambassador would have enjoyed. Tömör drove as Gansükh double checked he had his credentials every few minutes until they arrived at the Neu Ubruzis government HQ. "Wait here please" Gansükh  instructed as he flashed his ID at security. "I have a message from my Khan and a package" He handed them over for security unsure whether he needed get a receipt or anything, deeming his job done he gave them a small bow, turned and re-entered the car.



Quote from: Letter for the Emperor

Dear Emperor Orion.

It is my hope this letter finds its way to you and that you are well. I am writing as after meditation I came across the old proverb "Honor, like a yurt, stands tall when repaired from within." It is with sadness that I believe there is the potential that my words in council about your upcoming marriage arrangement may have caused you to feel I had dishonoured you. I wish to apologise if that is the case. I am a man who is proud of my nations traditions and sadly not too aware of the traditions of foreign lands. No offence was intended as I answered the question but with hindsight a better answer may have been given. Our two nations are ones that sit far apart in many ways, geographically, spiritually and traditionally yet I see no reason to cause ill will. It is my hope that you find happiness with whomever is selected.

As a token of my goodwill I hope you will accept the saddle which should have also been delivered. Every man should have a solid saddle on which to build a strong foundation in life. It is my hope that perhaps in the build up to your nuptials you can visit the Khanate and select a horse from our stables to match your saddle and select one for your future wife.

In hopes of no ill will.

Khan Mönkhsaikhan II

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International News Networks / News Nation (News from the Khanate)
« on: November 19, 2023, 10:54:29 AM »
OOC - News Nation is state owned and operated.



KHAN TO LAUNCH "DIPLOMATIC OFFENSIVE"

The illusterous Khan of Jargalant, His Majesty Khan Mönkhsaikhan II has today announced from his Palace that he intends 2024 to be a year under which a "New horde is unleashed upon Mundus only this time rather than armed with steel and riding horses they shall be armed with briefcases and airplanes." The Khan was addressing the Council of Nom to outline the agenda he wishes to follow over the next 12 months. His Majesty began by explaining that he believed he, and his ancestors, had been to concerned with ensuring the relationship with Lijiang was restored following the ending of their honourable mourning period. The Khan has meet with the Dragon-Emperor and said that he is "confident that the restored throne there is as strong as it has ever been and our two nations shall again be siblings." The Khan also hinted that there would be further announcements about their meetings in the coming weeks and months.

The Khan addressed the stagnating economy. "We in the Khanate have been a nation where we have relied heavily, too heavily, on our agricultural base and even that is far too focused on herding. We have ample space for some large scale projects and the purse of the Khan must be opened to help make these happen. I fully intend to see us utilise to the fullest what the Gods have blessed us with in regards to us developing our nation. Vast wide rivers flow throughout the Khanate and I plan on utilising some of these for hydro-electric. I then believe we can potentially be free from using our small gas industry for electricity and we can then export, in addition we can look at developing this industry and potentially become a continental player. Sadly I think our supplies will prevent us being a global player. I also believe that we can exploit resources of the southern oceans, we've been a largely land based nation but we should make use of the full bounty of what the Gods have given us."

The Khan then went on to address the military stating. "Our nation has a proud military tradition. All of us men are to serve and I have no plan to change that. The Khanate requires us all to be ready to serve the Gods, I have, I have ensured all my sons have and I intend to keep that happening. We though are moving to a time when culture is beginning to change. As such I am aware we have a growing number wishing to explore education to a higher level. I admire that and we will need that. I will therefore allow people to postpone their military service if they go on courses of study. Should they have been in education until the age of 30 however at that point they must serve in the military. I also think in the 21st century there are other ways to serve. We will therefore be removing some exemptions for service, for example currently if you are deaf you do not have to serve. I will now introduce a system of non-military style public service which would for example allow a deaf person to serve in another capacity. We shall establish a new branch of the military called the National Labourers Corps which will carry out jobs such as supporting agricultural work, providing labour on infastructure projects and any other duties we require. Jobs there will involve physical work but also administration. More people will serve."

Finally the Khan spoke of diplomatic efforts saying that the Khanate lacked connections with many nations including its neighbours. "In the long distant past my ancestors controlled small territories. Every now and then one would gather a horde together and ride forth with weapons and spread their influence. My plan is to see that a new horde is unleashed upon Mundus only this time rather than armed with steel and riding horses they shall be armed with briefcases and airplanes. We will by the end of 2024 have formed a series of diplomatic networks unknown to us in the past."

The Khan was then asked several questions about the speech. One member of the Council asked regarding the diplomatic efforts whether the Khan would consider having his daughter Princess Azjargal compete in the traditional Neu Urburzis contest to become the Emperors bride. The Khan rejected the idea saying. "Neu Urburzis should rightly follow its traditions, our traditions though are very different. My daughter is not going to compete with others for a husband. She has no need to compete for a husband as a prize for she is the prize. Emperor Orion would be very fortunate if he got to marry Azjargal and should pray to whatever Gods he holds dear that such a woman would even consider marrying him. I hope his Gods grant him happiness and a large family of course but it will not be with my daughter who will have her pick of men."

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Diplomacy and Events / The Dragons Horseman
« on: August 28, 2023, 04:29:41 PM »

To: The Dragon-Emperor of Lijiang.

Over 1000 years ago our ancestors negotiated an arrangement to prevent them going to war. With a few exceptions over that time the arrangement has held peace between our nations. Even during your nations period of mourning we abided by our ancestorial pledges. There was a time when the Khan of Jargalant and the Dragon-Emperor would meet at Naran Sebusitai Fort every two years. Since both of us have gained our crowns this has not happened and I believe that now is the time to both travel to the fort that was built to symbolically mark the agreement. We both must respect and honour the past and I can think of no better way to do that than reviving this important tradition.

With Respect

Khan Mönkhsaikhan II

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Factbooks and Maps / The Khanate of Jargalant
« on: August 14, 2023, 11:01:30 PM »

THE KHANATE OF JARGALANT
National Motto: Together Under One Sky


In the 5th Century AD the leaders of Lijiang penetrated the Guulin Mountains intending to put the vast steppes under their control. At that time the people of the Jargalant region where more likely to fight each other than a foreign invader as their way of life was still very nomadic. The Lijiangian invaders secured the territory until the 9th Century until a time when a War-Lord by the name of Batzorig united three of the largest families and lead an attack into the ???? where the Lijiangians had established several key cities. Batzorig was highly successful and pushed them back through the mountain passes, there the much larger Lijiangian army were able to use their superior numbers and discipline to hold the advance. Over the next fifteen years there were a series of back and forth clashes where the Lijiangians would clear Batzorig and his forces from the mountains but once they attempted to march across the steppes the superior horseman skills of Batzorigs forces pushed them back until the whole process was repeated. As a result the then Dragon-Emperor and Batzorig, who was now using the title Khan of Three Clans, meet at Otgon Sum, what is today the capital of Jargalant, and made an agreement. The Lijiang Dragon-Emperor would help Batzorig defeat all the other Clans in return for an agreement that he and his descendants would never cross through the mountains, it was also agreed that the Dragon-Emperor would maintain at Batzorig's expense 150 fully equipped horseman drawn from the horseman of Batzorigs Army. This agreement held and by 878 Batzorig was declared Khan of All the Clans and accepted, according to legend, a bride from each of the Clans at his now capital of Otgon Sum. Once confirmed as Khan of All the Clans Batzorig declared his nation to be Jargalant, roughly translated meaning "Land of Joy"

Jargalant passed down five generations of Batzorig's bloodline until several of the more isolated clans tried forging independence from the Khan, these conflicts often lasted several years and the nation underwent several decades of conflict. This was a pattern that would persist until the 1600s. In 1687 Khan Chono II reformed the way the Khanate was set up, while the family had tried to control lands through family members appointed to be commanders in regions Chono realised it was best to use local families. As such he established a system heavily borrowed from Lijiang. He set up a series of schools, the largest in Otgon Sum, which took boys aged around three from across the Khanate and effectively brainwashed them into theological and military obedience to Chono II. Once they had reached the age of 15 they were returned to their family and put into service either through the religious service as Shaman or in the military as Jereeb, best described as the equivalent of a noble knight found in other cultures. Jereebs were given an area known as a "sum" or district to enforce the Khans law in, dispense justice, protect the people and manage day to day problems. The Jereebs were fiercely loyal to the Khan both because of their education but also they knew failure to do so would see all other Jereebs honour bound to kill not just them but their parents, wives and children. The Shaman class also used their teachings to help establish the Khan as a kind of conduit with Nom, the God of Wisdom.

Khan Chono II's reforms brought relative peace to the nation until the 1800's where there was a brief revolution by the peasant classes. This was harshly put down by the Jereebs and mass executions swept the nation using rather brutal methods. Khan Ganzaya III however understood that unless changes were made further Revolutions would be undertaken and so he opened up further schools to produce what could best be described as a civil service, this was open to boys of all classes and based on academic excellence alone. He also instituted the "Decree of the Khan and Nom" which put in place several moves to make life fairer for the peasants for example stating that each summer a Council would meet in the capital made up of all Jereebs and one elected individual from each "sum". At this Council the Khan would present lists of candidates for key jobs and must secure the support of both Jereebs and peasants in attendance for their appointment. The Decree also introduced a form of trial by jury and the Council would also be able to block changes in taxation. This seemingly did the trick as there have been no further serious revolution attempts.

Starting in the 1880's various occasions have seen the Council established under the "Decree of the Khan and Nom" used by succeeding Khan's to amend the Decree. Each of these amendments did not need the support of the Council but the Khan at the time did abide by their vote. One of the key amendments came in 1967 when it was determined modern technology meant the Council could more or less be established full time and no longer meet once a year, although this has remained a ceremony.

The Khanate is a land that has held tightly to its traditional roots and customs however the means have often changed. A good example of this is the connection to the horse, initially the horse was seen not just as a warriors tool but also central to herding lifestock ranging from sheep, to yaks, to feral horses. A man must present a potential wife with a horse before legally being allowed to marry. However in many ways vehicles have replaced them with Toyota Hi-Lux pick ups being a regular fixture on the steppes today, or even some more high tech families using drones to herd livestock.

The country is mainly made up steppes, forest and a small desert while in the ????? the ????? Mountains separate the nation from Lijiang and the foothills of these mountains include several cities. The majority of Jargalant citizens however live in settlements with less than 3,500 people.



Population:- 45,800,000
GDP per Capita:- $8,700
Currency:- The Tugrik (₮)  (100 möngö make up 1₮)

Capital City:- Otgon Sum (population 800,000)

Head of State/Government:- Khan Mönkhsaikhan II
Name of National Council:-  The Kurultai

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International News Networks / The Commonwealth (ESKDALE)
« on: April 30, 2023, 11:37:54 AM »


TREATY SEES FLEET TAKE TO SEA


Following the majority of nations attending an anti-piracy conference in Eskdale reaching an agreement on measures to protect commercial shipping. Queen Diane was the first to sign the agreement that will see several nations co-operate to stop organised piracy. The treaty will see the creation of a recognised route through the Krimeon region, a route that is currently being called the "Rainbow Route" which will be patrolled by participating nations navies. The treaty will also put in place a series of officer exchanges, a task force to deal with piracy home bases and also establishes a fund to try and tackle poverty. Explaining the contents of the treaty the Queen said. "The treaty is a sign of co-operation between the nations of the Krimeon. We have today put in place a system that will give the world confidence in passing through our regions waters. In addition we are giving people of all nations within the Krimeon region a chance to take advantage of investment loans that can hopefully allow their enterprises to flourish. It is my intention that we can end piracy without firing a shot by showing people they have other ways of living that are going to be less hazardous to their health." Almost immediately after the Queen and her guests had signed the treaty ships began departing home ports across the nations coasts in order to begin patrols. Among them was HMS Holme, a nuclear submarine, which is being assigned to a pool of vessels available for assignment by other nations in the treaty. While it is not yet understood if the vessel will be utilised by treaty partners the ship is part of a six vessel contingent assigned for this role.

The Queen however did go on to say that she suspects the Treaty goes beyond what is actually needed. "The talks were started after reports of Rokkenjiman naval forces intercepting a pirate vessel and taking it to Lakhzovia. We invited the Lakhzovian President to talks but they failed to attend. As of now there has been only this single vessel undertaking piracy and it is clear Lakhzovia can not be too concerned if they have ignored regional co-operation. We though are now in a position where the problem will never have a chance to get a foothold."

The Queen also indicated that she will be contacting members of MICA in the coming day about other piracy issues. "We are now committed to three oceans, it will mean some rejuggling of assets but it is a series of operations well within our capabilities. The approach we have now outlined in the Krimeon is very similar to that adopted by MICA and we have seen how that has worked superbly. I'm equally as hopeful for this."



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Diplomacy and Events / A call to the Krimeon
« on: March 15, 2023, 07:43:49 PM »

To the Governments of

*Lijiang
*Azarath
*Ruasliabh
*Djabidjan
*Dietsland
*Jurchenia
*The Iwi
*Luna
*Lakhzovia
*Preoira


Reports of piracy in the last few days present a concerning picture. With the Illumic at one end and the Matilda's at the other the Krimeon is an important naval passageway. It is our belief that we need to formulate a united policy regarding such actions. Previously the Illumic had become a hotbed of piracy and action by various regional organisations has all but eradicated that from the region. I believe that we should therefore learn from their example and meet to ensure that we, as a group of nations, can ensure the safety of important trade links. I would therefore like to invite representatives to Westlinton to discuss such matters.

Best Regards

Queen Diane



It had been some time since Westlinton had received overseas visitors but with the reports of pirates in the Krimeon it was important steps where being taken by everyone in the region. As a result the airport was expecting the various VIP aircraft and waterborne traffic had been given a curfew on the Papcastle Ruddock Canal that ran through the city. It was routine that any visitor was given a trip down the waterway that had once been a main transport artery of the city in the 1800's. It was today more popular with tourists and some small local industries and while some cities may close airspace for VIP's here in Eskdale they close waterways.

Prince Henry, the Queen's younger brother was waiting to meet the delegates. At one time he had been regent of Eskdale for 12 months as Diane had nursed her husband through his terminal illness however since she took back the reigns in 2015 he had contented himself with the odd royal function, public appearance and occasional consultancy with a shipyard. Today though he was looking forward to something more meaty. His personal secretary informed him the first aircraft was turning up and so Henry watched the aircraft grow larger before touching down.
 

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Character Guides / The Esk
« on: November 26, 2022, 11:46:49 PM »

Her Royal Majesty Queen Diane IV

1984 - Diane was born in Howtown. Her mother was the 2nd daughter of the Duke of Blackbeck (Queen Madeline) and King Walter II.

1989 - Diane was enrolled in the Westlinton School for Girls. A boarding school for students aged between 5-18. Diane was however not a boarder.

1995 - Diane switched schools to the Westlinton Sports College after being identified as a prospect for athletics. She was exceptionally good at jumping events. The school was designed to be a boarding school for children aged 11-18 believed to be capable of competing at an elite level.

1998 - Diane, in keeping with royal family tradition, joined the Army Cadet Force (uniformed youth group). That year she won the High Jump for her Detachment in the age group she competed in.

2000 - Diane sat her National Academic Exams and gained an average grade of B+. She represented the nation at an Under 17's international competition and won a silver medal. She enrolled to do Advanced National Exams in Physics, Chemistry and Maths. 

2002 - Diane passed with grade A's in all her ANE's. She had sustained a hip injury during the athletics season and discovered that she was likely to have further complications if she kept competing. She determined that she would instead try and become an engineer in the military until assuming some royal duties. She also wished to travel and after some negotiating with her father who in turn negotiated with King Sven of East Moreland she enrolled on a degree in Aeronautical Engineering at the Royal Northfort University. She was placed in an accommodation block that students referred to as the "Palace" as it was also home to King David of East Moreland and as such was of a high security standard.

2003 - For eight months Diane and the then Prince David Ironside dated. She attended several important events with the future King. There were obvious media reports of a future marriage. In November of that year her father died and she became Queen of Eskdale. She returned to Eskdale and after attempts at a long distance relationship and the realisation that the two of them would one day have to run seperate countries the pair ended their relationship.

2004 - Diane graduated with a 2:2 in her degree having transferred to the Air Force Academy to complete it. She had been expected to obtain a much higher grade however the mixture of study and royal duties pulled her down. She had delegated many of her duties to her uncle Stephen Paget who acted as a kind of regent for her.

2005 - Diane began dating minor noble Duke Robin Stoddard. The pair meet while supporting the efforts of the Eskdale Athletic Championships.

2007 - Diane and Duke Robin get married in January. She gave birth to twins Prince Harland and Princess Jocelin.

2009 - Diane gave birth to Prince Felix.

2011 - Diane establishes the Royal Paget University.

2014 - Diane's husband is diagnosed with a terminal lung disease. Diane takes a step back from leadership allowing her younger brother Henry to be regent.

2015 - In August her husband dies.

2016- Diane resumes leadership duties.


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Factbooks and Maps / The Commonwealth of Eskdale
« on: November 26, 2022, 09:30:35 PM »

THE COMMONWEALTH OF ESKDALE

Eskdale is best described as a "Mongrel" Nation. It was until the 4th Century AD a region where several tribes jockeyed for the upper hand in claiming territory. Various Kingdoms rose and fell as the fortunes of each changed. Through conflict, marriage, diplomacy and natural disasters borders were constantly changing as ruling dynasties rose and fell. In 371 AD the Esk tribe began to become dominant. They achieved this through various pieces of diplomacy. They married into various small tribes, recruited mercenaries from the Kingdom of Borland (modern day East Moreland) and even Celtic warriors from Seaforth. Each of these mercenary groups were promised land and titles in return for their service. It became clear though that this reliance on foreign military recruits would eventually lead to them taking control. Through the period of the 6th to 9th Centuries saw the creation of kingdoms based on the powers of this foreign mercenaries. It wasn't until 1007 that a single Kingdom was formed when King Henry II won the battle of Patterdale and the execution of King Edwin IV of Papcastle. Until the 1700's the Kingdom's crown passed down largely unhindered until 1763 when King Thomas III lost his crown in a civil war. After the civil war the three most powerful Dukes in the Kingdom came together and elected a new ruling family, the Pagets. A system of government was put in place that ensured the three Dukes descendants maintained positions of authority within the Kingdom.

Today the Pagets still provide the monarch and the Dukedoms of Papcastle, Blackbeck and Thornhill complete the majority a Royal Council.



Population: Approx 19 million
Capital City:  Westlinton
GDP per Capita: $29,892
Ethnic Breakdown: 60% Esk, 10% Celt, 10% Morelander, 10% Zimalian, 10% Other
Religious Breakdown: 70% Lorschism, 10% Cult of Helus, 10% Celtic Pagan, 10% Other

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To His Majesty King David of East Moreland and his Queen.

Following a meeting of the Grand Council it has been agreed 92-8 that the Commonwealth should invite you for talks and recreation.

It is the belief of all three monarchs of the Commonwealth that a friendly relationship with your Kingdom would benefit all parties and help promote co-operation between our people's and even the wider Mhorish and Illumic regions. As such it is my honour to extend an invitation to the pair of you to visit our Commonwealth for a period of time. I have laid out below a suggested schedule we would like to follow however this is naturally open to change or discussion.

DAY 1 - Arrive in the Commonwealth capital Westlinton. This is a city built at the only point where the three Kingdoms all meet. As such it is a city that is split into four quarters, one for each Kingdom and a neutral one overseen by myself where the business of Commonwealth wide government is handled. There would be a tour of the city and a formal reception attended by all three monarchs, the Grand Council and various invited guests. Should you accept we would provide accommodation that night in the Grand Council Residence which has hosted various overseas guests through its history but sadly has not been utilised for quiet some time.

DAY 2- A day in Blackbeck which is the largest of the three Kingdoms and is ruled by His Majesty King Robert II. He would like you to view the city of Howtown and his Palace. The King is also keen to discuss matters relating to expansion of jobs within the Technology sector.

DAY 3 - A day in Papcastle which is the smallest of the three Kingdoms and is ruled by His Majesty King Henry III. He would like you to visit the city of Whaw and discuss issues relating to protection of the environment while enjoying a trip down the river to view a shrine to one of our religious figures built in the hills. Should your health allow there would be time for some climbing which we understand is a past-time Your Majesty enjoys.

DAY 4 - A day in Thornhill which is ruled by Queen Diane IV. She would be interested in discussing matters of education with you and the Queen. She would also like if possible to attend a series of events in the evening at Skerton Girls Grammar showcasing the work of the girls who study there.

DAY 5 - Return to Westlinton and conclude discussions with the Grand Council.

We hope that this schedule is acceptable and look forward to welcoming you to the Commonwealth soon.

Best Regards

The Royal Overseer Stanley Keyes
Duke of Pendelton Moor

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International News Networks / The Commonwealth (News from Eskdale)
« on: March 16, 2021, 10:56:58 PM »


QUEEN DIANE COMMITS TO INTERNATIONAL
CO-OPERATION



Today the Grand Council has begun one of its scheduled meetings. Queen Diane of Thornhill attended the meeting in person with one eye firmly on the beginnings of reforms. The Grand Council takes place four times a year and is used by the Commonwealth as a way of the three Kingdoms co-ordinating on matters that impact all three Kingdoms. While it is not uncommon for the monarchs to attend as part of their delegation it is not legally required. His Majesty King Robert II of Blackbeck has sent his apologise to the Council and will not be attending. The meeting takes place at Westlinton which is the city where all three Kingdoms interlock. Queen Diane arrived last night and spoke briefly with the media to outline her agenda.

"Since I became Queen in 2019 I have attempted to start to move the Commonwealth towards taking part in more international events. You see Thornhill is a blessed Kingdom that has been fortunate to grow and grow since embracing our potential to be the Commonwealth's powerhouse in terms of financial services and software related developments. The problem for us now is that for us to keep growing we need to embrace new potentials and while I of course love Blackbeck and Papcastle like my brothers but Mundus has a great deal to offer and we have a lot to offer them. During the next session of the Grand Council I hope to be able to convince the others that there are some key goals we should set for the Royal Overseer in the next few months. The first target I would set Duke Stanley Keyes is to begin getting us all access to foreign markets. I would first of all target the MICA nations as they sit on our doorstep before looking at perhaps arrangements with other nations in Western Aranye. I do not foresee King Henry or King Robert putting stumbling blocks in the way to this set of targets you can never be sure."

The Grand Council is likely to sit for three days and the agenda is also likely to cover membership of organisations and treaties such as MCUR and the Uppsala Convention. There is also likely to be discussion of the establishment of the new National Heritage Museum. The proposal is to build a complex next to the Grand Council building which would showcase the shared heritage of the Three Kingdoms. The Legate of the Lorsch faith is also keen for this to be constructed and has confirmed that should the go ahead be given the faith would be willing to stump up a share of the project. Legate Deacon William Oakdale spoke excitedly about the project when he said, "The idea of three Kingdoms is one that is at times a thing that makes me sad. Eskdale is a place where we all share a common language, a common faith, a common love for the land we inhabit. It is now too late to go back to a single Kingdom and so long as the Commonwealth lives together in peace I will be happy. What must happen though is the future generations must understand this common heritage and embrace it so the Commonwealth only grows stronger. This museum can be a great foundation for this and as our faith is such a central part of the shared heritage then it is only right that we share part of the cost. I hope that we can get the Grand Council to agree to this project."

Under what is possibly a unique arrangement the city of Westlinton is located where the three Kingdoms meet with each Kingdom controlling a section of the city with a central zone made up of mainly the old Medieval City being an essential "No-Mans Land" which is in the care of the Royal Overseer but no new construction or change of use of buildings can take place without all three monarchs consenting. Should this new museum go ahead it would require all three monarchs approving and it is highly likely that will be the case.

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Press Offices / The Kingdom of Eskdale Royal Press Office
« on: March 12, 2021, 12:20:46 PM »

The Kingdom of Eskdale Royal Press Office is the official source for all first hand information related to the three Kingdoms. For information to be released via this official channel it must be given unanimous approval by all three monarchs. As such this outlet may be viewed as the only official voice of the Kingdom of Eskdale.


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Factbooks and Maps / The United Kingdoms of Eskdale
« on: March 07, 2021, 06:54:52 PM »

THE UNITED KINGDOMS OF ESKDALE

In 1687 the King of Eskdale was blessed with triplets. While tradition dictated that the monarch would hand-pick which of his children would take the throne upon their death he was unsure which to name as his heir. As such he issued a decree that should he die his Kingdom would be split three ways under conditions to be established by his wife after consultation with the Priest of Esk. In 1688 the King died of a disease modern historians believe was cholera and this triggered the transition of the nation into three Kingdoms each though united under a single banner thus meaning the Kingdom of Eskdale stayed harmonious. Today the three smaller Kingdoms are still ruled by the descendants of those triplets under a system of government known as the Pactum Regina Anne which governs the relationships between them.





THE KINGDOM OF BLACKBECK

Population: 18,500,000
Capital: Egremont
Ruling Dynasty: The Courtney Family
Current Monarch: King Robert II

His Majesty King Robert II of Blackbeck
Duke of Penruddock

King Robert was born in 1979 and inherited the throne in 2013. He married the now Queen Sophie in 2015 and they have two children, Prince Stephen (b.2016) and Prince Charles (b.2018).


The City of Howtown

Howton is the capital of Blackbeck and has a population of just over 500,000.  The River How runs through the middle of the city and during the 1700's was utilised to create a network of several canals to the industrial sections of the city. The city maintains a traditional medieval built heart but the suburbs are now heavily industrialised as during the late 1800's and early 1900's the city became a manufacturing centre.


THE KINGDOM OF THORNHILL

Population: 17.200,000
Capital: Cleator
Ruling Dynasty: The Paget Family
Current Monarch: Queen Diane IV


Her Majesty Queen Diane IV.
Duchess of Glenridding

Queen Diane was born in 1978 and became Queen in 2019. She is married to Duke Richard of Glenridding and has twin children, Princess Sarah (b.2014) and Prince Alexander (b.2014)


The City of Skerton with a view of Paget Castle

Skerton is the capital of Thornhill and has a population of around 500,000 with around a further 150,000 in the surrounding metropolitan area. The city is famed for a huge number of renovated 19th Century sandstone buildings which were at one time utilised as mills for wool and then later cotton and even in a handful of examples silk. Today they form the HQ's of banks and financial services or in many cases are converted into residences. The city skyline is dominated by Paget Castle which is the ancestral home of the nations royal family. It was built in the 1400's and was originally called Skerton Castle, the name changed once the Kingdom split into its current form. It today is used as an official residence however due to the vast cost in upkeep it is usually only used when needed for state occasions and around 60% of the building is accessible to the public as a museum and tourist attraction.





THE KINGDOM OF PAPCASTLE

Population: 9,800,000
Capital: Embelton
Ruling Dynasty: The Aterbury Family
Current Monarch: King Henry III


His Majesty King Henry III of Papcastle
Duke of Greystoke

King Henry was born in 1949 and became King of Papcastle in 1991. He is married to Queen Laura since 1980 and has three children, Princess Henrietta (b.1983), Prince William (b.1985) and Princess Mary (b.1988)


The City of Whaw

The capital of Papcastle is Whaw. It has a population of just under 500,000. It originated as a fortified town controlling a strategic river crossing however during the Industrial Period it became a popular destination for the wealthy to come and take "medicinal water" the influx of wealthy landowners keen to diversify their wealth also invested in construction of textile mills and other industrial practices meaning the city became a mix of green parks, luxury homes and then workers terraces and cottages closer to mills that utilised the river for their energy.

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