The High Kingdom Annals & Christendom Courier

Near the Summit: Burgundy (Jaxson301) within 3 Fiefs of Triumph

A solitary campaign may be all that divides Burgundy (Jaxson301) 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. Local serfs note that whether the tax-gatherer wears foreign or native colors, the levy of barley remains unaltered. In every manor of Burgundy, hearths blazed bright as vassals gathered to celebrate the renown of their lord.

Desolation in Calais: Burgundy (Jaxson301) Drives England (goldplasma) from Sacred Soil

In an Knightly stroke that hath stirred dread through every court, Burgundy (Jaxson301) hath overrun Calais, long venerated as an inviolate stronghold of England (goldplasma). Sentries upon the towers were swept aside after a fierce assault against the palisades. Mothers in England wept at the church stoups, beseeching heaven for the safe return of their sons. Village bailiffs report that retreating knights and advancing men-at-arms displayed a remarkably equal appetite for stolen geese.

Feudal Surge: Burgundy (Jaxson301) Triumphs Across the Marches

A magnificent campaigning season hath propelled Burgundy (Jaxson301) into renown, expanding its holdings by 2 strongholds across the realm. Marshals report that every objective was attained with exemplary valor. The armories of Burgundy were decked with garlanded branches as townspeople gathered in praise. 'Our bowstrings were dry and our hearts were steadfast,' boasted an archer captain of Burgundy.

England (goldplasma) Entereth Unclaimed Stronghold of Brittany

The long seclusion of Brittany dissolved as columns of men-at-arms under England (goldplasma) established camp outside the market square. Royal bailiffs were already counting the grain wains before dusk. Lords and envoys in foreign courts received the tidings with drawn brows and wary murmurs. 'The border is pushed back and our sheep may graze in safety,' remarked a contented yeoman.

Neutrality Relinquished: Burgundy (Jaxson301) Occupieth Cantons

Friars begging alms along the border road report that the peaceful incorporation of Cantons was completed as knights of Burgundy (Jaxson301) rode through the south gate. Market trading resumed under newly proclaimed royal regulations. In the bustling towns of Burgundy, roasted oxen and casks of ale were set forth in the market for all comers. 'A treaty written in water lasteth longer than one sworn on the field of arms,' remarked a cynical chancery clerk.

Lordship Proclaimed: France (Mitch Cackers) Rideth into Castile

Watermen bringing timber rafts down the river affirm that France (Mitch Cackers) hath extended its feudal aegis over neutral Castile. The populace watched in silent curiosity as horsemen established their billets in the marketplace. Scribes were relieved to find that the new ruler's name was three letters shorter, saving precious sheepskin on every writ. 'The boundary stone is easy to move, but hard to keep standing,' remarked a frontier surveyor.

Grand Coalition: Burgundy (Jaxson301) and France (Mitch Cackers) Coordinate Feats of Arms

Castellans peering from frontier watchtowers swear that steadfast cooperation between Burgundy (Jaxson301) and France (Mitch Cackers) was demonstrated through 1 joint maneuver on land and sea. Observers note that such fraternal solidarity presenteth a formidable obstacle to rival ambitions. 'Whether the boundary stone moveth north or south, the river still floweth unchanged,' observed a river ferryman. The toll-collector noted that whichever lord held the bridge, the tax on pack-horses curiously never went down.

Fraternal Concord: England (goldplasma) and France (Mitch Cackers) Synchronize Their Might

Mutual oaths sworn upon holy relics have borne fruit for England (goldplasma) and France (Mitch Cackers), whose forces took part in 1 shared enterprise this year. Envoys applaud the steadfastness of the two courts. Caravans arriving from distant realms altered their journeys, preferring roundabout roads to the warring provinces. 'He who trusteth to the loyalty of neighboring courts leaneth upon a bruised reed,' warned an old diplomat.

Bailiffs of Burgundy (Jaxson301) report increased feudal revenue, with 2 walled towns added, reaching a total of 6 towns. The fortunes of France (Mitch Cackers) wax bountifully, expanding its dominion to 5 strongholds (+1).

Fishermen along the boundary river report that boatmen of Burgundy and England have ceased hauling nets and begun ferrying gold.

Tempests and thunder rouse the frontier in 1425; friars whisper of celestial portents and dragons battling above the clouds.

FOUND: One gilded hunting horn with silver inlay near the western woodland. Owner may claim it upon reimbursing the crier's fee.