The Grand Roll of Chivalry & Council Proclamation

Near the Summit: France (rost) within 3 Fiefs of Triumph

A solitary campaign may be all that divides France (rost) from total hegemony, needing just 3 more strongholds to reach the required 9 strongholds. The high council has ordered horses shod and weapons sharpened for the final enterprise. The local blacksmith reported brisk trade in straightening bent swords for the vanquished and polishing new spurs for the victors. Crowds thronged the drawbridge of France, cheering the dust-stained riders who bore the news.

Cradle of England (Luis Rodriguez) Captured: Standards of Burgundy (Неотор) Raised at Calais

The fall of Calais marks an irreparable blow to the prestige of England (Luis Rodriguez), whose ancestral citadel was carried by Burgundy (Неотор). Monks in the adjoining priory watched the change of masters with somber prayers. From tower to keep across England, watchmen kept ceaseless vigil, scanning the tree line for smoke. 'In war, the princes gamble with kingdoms while the husbandman prayeth only for his harvest,' noted a village priest.

Disaster for England (Luis Rodriguez) as France (rost) Storms Hearth and Hall in Guyenne

Heartbreak strikes the court of England (Luis Rodriguez) as France (rost) plants its standards within the great hall of Guyenne. The loss of this vital hearth shakes the realm to its foundations. Scribes were relieved to find that the new ruler's name was three letters shorter, saving precious sheepskin on every writ. A pall of dread hung over the bailiwicks of England, where frightened cottagers shuttered their doors.

Ramparts Carried: France (rost) Subdues Normandy from England (Luis Rodriguez)

Grievous humiliation hath befallen England (Luis Rodriguez), whose ancient lineage over Normandy was shattered by the advancing lances of France (rost). Banners of the invader now flutter atop the keep amidst stony silence from the townsfolk. 'We have carved our rights into the very turf,' said a proud banneret of France. Dismay seized the squires of England as shattered lances and bloodied banners were borne through the postern.

England (Luis Rodriguez) Strikes at the Ancestral Seat: Paris Taken from France (rost)

England (Luis Rodriguez) has swept into Paris, stripping France (rost) of its most revered ancestral seat. The expedition was launched from Calais, where the baggage train had been assembled. The shock of the breach has left neighboring bailiffs paralyzed with dread. Bailiffs of France rode out to gather the herds, fearing that enemy raiders would sweep the valley bare. 'The border is pushed back and our sheep may graze in safety,' remarked a contented yeoman.

The Ascent of France (rost): 2 Strongholds Gained

The banners of France (rost) have carried the day, capturing 2 castles from surrounding rivals. Troubadours across the realm are already composing verses in praise of the campaign. Village bailiffs report that retreating knights and advancing men-at-arms displayed a remarkably equal appetite for stolen geese. In the great hall of France, bells pealed from every abbey and cathedral tower in jubilation.

Revenues and tithes pour into the treasury of Burgundy (Неотор), adding 1 fief to reach a grand total of 5 fiefs. Bailiffs of France (rost) report increased feudal revenue, with 2 walled towns added, reaching a total of 6 towns.

It is rumored among castle grooms that Burgundy hath stabled a dozen fine destriers presented by the envoys of England. Whispers in the cloister claim an envoy from France was seen stealing away from the court of Burgundy attired as a mendicant friar in 1425.

A red comet blazeth in the night sky over 1425; parish priests and astrologers argue its portent over small beer.

WANDERING BEAR-TAMER: Master Wulfric will exhibit his dancing brown bear in the market square after Saturday compline. Mind your purses.