Year 1426 of the Feud · Proclamation 2 — Hundred Years War
Swords Sheathed: Burgundy (goldplasma), England (Mitch Cackers) and France (Harri) Agree to a General Accord
An aged hermit dwelling near the mountain chapel hath related that the contending houses Burgundy (goldplasma), England (Mitch Cackers) and France (Harri) have recognized that none can completely overcome the others, ratifying a general armistice to share the realm. The continent preserveth its plural order, though at heavy cost in lives and silver. 'The balance of the realm is like a weathercock upon a steeple, swinging with every puff of wind,' noted an old armorer. The toll-collector noted that whichever lord held the bridge, the tax on pack-horses curiously never went down.
Feats of Arms & Field Proclamations
Panic in the Courts: France (Harri) Nears the 9 Keeps Needed
The ascendancy of France (Harri) has reached an alarming climax, having brought 7 castles into allegiance, with only 2 castles left to conquer of the 9 castles total. Foreign kings meet in hushed panic to stave off the inevitable. 'The border is pushed back and our sheep may graze in safety,' remarked a contented yeoman. Lords and commoners alike celebrated throughout France, filling the streets with torchlight and festive cheer.
Feats of Arms & Field Proclamations
Repulse at the Moat: France (Harri) Denies Toulouse to England (Mitch Cackers)
Crossbowmen returning from the picket lines confirm that the banner of France (Harri) still flieth proudly over Toulouse following the repulse of a major combined offensive by England (Mitch Cackers). The attackers were thrown back with heavy confusion along their battle lines. 'Let him who boasteth of triumph take heed lest his own keep be beleaguered on the morrow,' cautioned a border castellan. Weeping and lamentation filled the chapels of England as the magnitude of the disaster became known.
Feats of Arms & Field Proclamations
Unchallenged March: England (Mitch Cackers) Occupies Scotland
Chancery clerks copying the day's missives report that England (Mitch Cackers) hath extended its feudal aegis over neutral Scotland. The populace watched in silent curiosity as horsemen established their billets in the marketplace. Innkeepers along the highway reported that both retreating and pursuing armies showed equal neglect in paying their tavern scores. 'A treaty written in water lasteth longer than one sworn on the field of arms,' remarked a cynical chancery clerk.
Feats of Arms & Field Proclamations
War Footing: France (Harri) Equippeth Fresh Formations
A great expansion of feudal strength hath been unveiled by France (Harri), bringing 1 fresh unit into the line of battle. The impressive muster hath heartened the populace while giving serious pause to neighboring strategists. Trumpets sounded from the gatehouses of France as couriers rode through with news of the great triumph. It is whispered among the commons that while lords dispute great titles, the only sure profit fell to the armorers and grave-diggers.
Council of Lords & Feudal Treaties
Vows in the Dust: France (Harri) Stabs England (Mitch Cackers) at Normandy
All pretenses of honor dissolved in blood as France (Harri) turned its broadswords against England (Mitch Cackers) in Normandy. Dispatches describe the victims' utter bewilderment as former comrades struck them down. Consternation gripped the great hall of England, where lords grasped their swords in bitter apprehension. The local blacksmith reported brisk trade in straightening bent swords for the vanquished and polishing new spurs for the victors.
Council of Lords & Feudal Treaties
The Traitor's Blade: England (Mitch Cackers) Falls Upon France (Harri) in Paris
In a brazen act of perfidy, warriors of England (Mitch Cackers) fell upon the exposed rear of France (Harri) at Paris. The betrayal hath shattered whatever remnants of chivalric trust remained between contending houses. 'The lines upon our sheepskin charts must be scraped clean yet again,' sighed a court cartographer. The bells of France tolled mournfully as citizens gathered in prayer, fearful of what the morrow might bring.
Trade of Wool, Salt & Silver
France (Harri) flourishes across the realm, widening its sway by 1 stronghold to command 7 strongholds in all.
Whispers of the Great Hall
Friars crossing the border whisper that a secret parchment sealed by England was carried into the keep of Burgundy beneath a load of turnips in 1426.
Ephemera, Relics & Marvels
A sweltering drought parches the southern plains in 1426; knights sweat beneath their hauberks and monks pray for rain.
Ephemera, Relics & Marvels
WANTED: Four stout yeomen acquainted with bills and jacks for garrison watch on the river tower. Board and wool doublet provided.
