The Great Realm Chronicle & Monastic Annals

One Leap from Imperial Hegemony: The Sway of England (Эльф ушастый)

With an overwhelming tally of 6 strongholds under its sway, England (Эльф ушастый) standeth merely 3 keeps away from the 9 strongholds required for complete hegemony over the known world. Rival courts are paralyzed with apprehension as the hour of ultimate decision draweth near. In every manor of England, hearths blazed bright as vassals gathered to celebrate the renown of their lord. 'When lances strike in unison, no oak gatehouse can long bar the way,' noted a scarred man-at-arms.

Repulse at the Moat: France (Deathrun) Denies Paris to England (Эльф ушастый)

Watermen bringing timber rafts down the river affirm that France (Deathrun) hath maintained possession of Paris against all odds, shattering a reinforced assault unleashed by England (Эльф ушастый). The victory gives heart to all who witnessed the gallant defense. Lords and commoners alike celebrated throughout France, filling the streets with torchlight and festive cheer. 'Our bowstrings were dry and our hearts were steadfast,' boasted an archer captain of France.

Tithe Rolls Extended: England (Эльф ушастый) Annexes Brittany

The rich manors of Brittany now answer to the chancery of England (Эльф ушастый), their independence surrendered without the shedding of a drop of blood. New tithes have been proclaimed with customary efficiency. 'A masterstroke of arms hath redrawn the feudal map of the realm,' declared a veteran castellan. Crowds thronged the drawbridge of England, cheering the dust-stained riders who bore the news.

Bailiffs Enter Cantons: France (Deathrun) Takes Possession

The peaceful independence of Cantons hath come to a quiet close as lances of France (Deathrun) rode across the ford without meeting armed resistance. Local burgesses proffered customary gifts of bread and wine while royal bailiffs took count of the granaries. Tavern-keepers across France broached their finest mead and refused coin from passing men-at-arms. 'Fortune smileth upon the host of France, yet the conquered soil will demand constant vigilance,' murmured a retired knight.

Clash and Standoff: Stalemate of Arms in Toulouse

A mutual check was administered at Toulouse, where hosts of England (Эльф ушастый) and France (Deathrun) met in equal strength and recoiled to their starting positions. Local peasants peered from their woods to confirm that the border stood intact. 'Let him who boasteth of triumph take heed lest his own keep be beleaguered on the morrow,' cautioned a border castellan. Bishops in neutral bishoprics crossed themselves in solemn contemplation of God's inscrutable judgment.

War Footing: England (Эльф ушастый) Equippeth Fresh Formations

Merchants arriving from the Michaelmas fair relate that the sovereign of England (Эльф ушастый) hath inspected 1 new company upon the royal tournament grounds. Chroniclers praise the martial spirit evident among the recruits. 'We have carved our rights into the very turf,' said a proud banneret of England. At border river crossings, toll-collectors doubled their guard and inspected every cart with keen eyes.

Bailiffs of England (Эльф ушастый) report increased feudal revenue, with 1 walled town added, reaching a total of 6 towns. Granaries and cellars fill across the holdings of France (Deathrun), which gaineth 1 province and standeth at 5 strongholds.

Town gossip in 1425 claimeth that the chief counselor of Burgundy hath secretly purchased a rich vineyard within the borders of England.

Torrents of autumn rain turn the king's highway into a quagmire of mud; ox-carts and supply wains sink to their hubs.

GRAND TOURNAMENT: By proclamation of the High Constable, jousts and melees to be held at Pentecost. Knights of noble blood are bid to display their shields.