The Grand Roll of Chivalry & Council Proclamation

One Leap from Imperial Hegemony: The Sway of England (Foxirus [SuperLis])

Only 3 strongholds divide England (Foxirus [SuperLis]) from absolute mastery, having amassed 6 of the 9 fortresses of the continent. Sovereign after sovereign dispatcheth frantic couriers seeking allies, but time runneth short. Lords and envoys in foreign courts received the tidings with drawn brows and wary murmurs. Monks in the cellarer's office noted that the cost of altar wax hath risen faster than any prince's border.

Assault Repelled: Burgundy (Базослав) Defends London from England (Foxirus [SuperLis])

A resolute defense by Burgundy (Базослав) in London has frustrated the ambitious plans of England (Foxirus [SuperLis]), whose supported assault broke against stubborn resistance. The field before the gatehouse remains littered with broken mantlets and shields. In the royal seat of England, a heavy gloom fell over the court as grim tidings arrived from the front. 'A masterstroke of arms hath redrawn the feudal map of the realm,' declared a veteran castellan.

Unbroken Line: Burgundy (Базослав) Withstands Fierce Onslaught of France (unagimaki) at Dijon

A bailiff riding in haste from the river crossing testifieth that Burgundy (Базослав) hath maintained possession of Dijon against all odds, shattering a reinforced assault unleashed by France (unagimaki). The victory gives heart to all who witnessed the gallant defense. Across the ancestral seat of Burgundy, the populace gathered in market squares singing hymns of thanksgiving. 'The courage of the knights of Burgundy hath broken the enemy's shield-wall,' remarked an admiring chronicler.

Lances Assembled: England (Foxirus [SuperLis]) Recruits for the Crown

With bountiful harvests supporting the royal treasury, England (Foxirus [SuperLis]) hath recruited 2 fresh regiments for service upon the marches. The roads leading to the frontier are thronged with supply wains. Troubadours in the court of England composed fresh chansons in praise of the victorious knights. Local serfs note that whether the tax-gatherer wears foreign or native colors, the levy of barley remains unaltered.

The Long Vendetta: Burgundy (Базослав) and England (Foxirus [SuperLis]) Continue Their Relentless War

Letters delivered under ribbon and green wax announce that the bitter feud between Burgundy (Базослав) and England (Foxirus [SuperLis]) hath now raged for 3 years running, with neither sovereign willing to petition for peace. Border villages have been burned and rebuilt until only blackened stone and stubborn pride remain. Scribes in the scriptorium sigh weary prayers as parchment must once more be scraped clean to redraw the borders. 'Kings dispute the crown, but the miller must still pay his grain-tithe,' philosophized a wayside tavern-keeper.

Solemn League: England (Foxirus [SuperLis]) and France (unagimaki) Affirm Their Mutual Aid

In an exemplary display of mutual faith, England (Foxirus [SuperLis]) and France (unagimaki) supported one another in 1 combined operation this campaign season. The cooperation hath confounded court cynics who anticipated an early fracture. At border river crossings, toll-collectors doubled their guard and inspected every cart with keen eyes. The local cooper remarked that new lords always bring grand proclamations, but their men still drink the same sour small beer.

Burgundy (Базослав) striketh 1 keep from its tax records, holding now but 5 keeps. England (Foxirus [SuperLis]) swelleth its territorial rolls by 1 fortified keep to count 6 keeps in all.

Whispers in the armory suggest that England hath loaned master crossbow-makers to the garrisons of France. Merchants at the frontier fair note that moneylenders tied to Burgundy are extending substantial credit to barons loyal to France.

Crisp autumn gales sweep down the river valleys, scattering scarlet leaves across the bailey and rattling timber shutters.

CROSSBOW STRINGS of double-waxed Flemish hemp, resistant to drizzle and frost. Sold by the bundle at the bowyer's booth.