No Keep Remains: Axum (интима не будет) Extinguished
A royal messenger changing horses at the abbey post hath sworn that the dominion of Axum (интима не будет) hath collapsed into utter oblivion. Without a single keep or manor left to fly its banner, the realm has vanished from the diplomatic councils of the age. 'The wheel of fortune turneth ever, casting down the proud and scattering their retinues,' recorded a cathedral scribe. The lineage genealogists labor through the night to discover ancestral claims as intricate as they are thoroughly fabricated.
Reports from the Chivalric Host
The Hearth Overrun: Germany (Perlidze) Wrests Aquitaine from Carolingian Franks (Sara)
Sovereignty over Aquitaine passed by fire and iron to Germany (Perlidze), severing an ancestral tie held by Carolingian Franks (Sara) for generations. Mailed horsemen quickly consolidated the surrounding valleys. Across the ancestral seat of Germany, the populace gathered in market squares singing hymns of thanksgiving. Townsfolk cheered the victory proclamation with great fervor, having prudently stitched banners of both colors beforehand.
Reports from the Chivalric Host
Cradle of Abbasid Caliphate (Saymeth) Captured: Standards of Indian Kingdoms (Foxirus [SuperLis]) Raised at Basra
The defenses of Basra crumbled under the weight of an offensive unleashed by Indian Kingdoms (Foxirus [SuperLis]). Scouts had ridden out from Mansurah days beforehand to reconnoitre the route. Dispatches report that the ancestral garrison of Abbasid Caliphate (Saymeth) was completely overwhelmed. Priests in Abbasid Caliphate offered solemn intercessions at the altars, praying that wrathful skies might spare the realm. 'Our bowstrings were dry and our hearts were steadfast,' boasted an archer captain of Indian Kingdoms.
Reports from the Chivalric Host
Tragedy at Isfahan: Indian Kingdoms (Foxirus [SuperLis]) Seizes Ancient Stronghold of Abbasid Caliphate (Saymeth)
A devastating strike by Indian Kingdoms (Foxirus [SuperLis]) has toppled the long-standing ducal garrison of Abbasid Caliphate (Saymeth) in Isfahan. Columns rode out from their encampment in Sijistan at first light. Town gates were breached after a short, savage bombardment. Scribes in the scriptorium sigh weary prayers as parchment must once more be scraped clean to redraw the borders. Chamberlains and castellans of Abbasid Caliphate barred the castle gates in haste, dreading further calamities.
Reports from the Chivalric Host
Disaster for Carolingian Franks (Sara) as Germany (Perlidze) Storms Hearth and Hall in Narbonne
Germany (Perlidze) has swept into Narbonne, stripping Carolingian Franks (Sara) of its most revered ancestral seat. The foray originated from Lower Burgundy, where men-at-arms had gathered since midsummer. The shock of the breach has left neighboring bailiffs paralyzed with dread. Confusion reigned in the armories of Carolingian Franks, where smiths toiled frantically to mend cracked shields. 'Courage and discipline have settled the matter where endless embassy failed,' noted a chancellor of Germany.
Reports from the Chivalric Host
Premier Realm: Indian Kingdoms (Foxirus [SuperLis]) Dominates with 14 Castles
The strategic initiative resteth firmly with Indian Kingdoms (Foxirus [SuperLis]), whose lands now encompass 14 vital strongholds toward the victory threshold of 55 strongholds. Though complete triumph will demand further campaigns, the realm commandeth profound respect. Troubadours in the court of Indian Kingdoms composed fresh chansons in praise of the victorious knights. The local cooper remarked that new lords always bring grand proclamations, but their men still drink the same sour small beer.
Oaths of Homage & Chancery Pacts
Dagger in the Dark: Vikings (бургундий) Betrayed by Germany (Perlidze) in Bremen
The march of Bremen witnessed an appalling betrayal when Germany (Perlidze) struck at the encampment of Vikings (бургундий). The surrounding valleys have been thrown into chaos by this sudden breach of homage. Bailiffs noted with dry humor that while high titles were won, the stray pigs in the bailey remained unclaimed. In the crowded streets of Vikings, townsfolk gathered in hushed knots, whispering that the marches had broken.
Oaths of Homage & Chancery Pacts
The Poisoned Feast: Byzantines (Эльф ушастый) Betrays Khazaria (MonsterSerg) at Georgia
Outriders scouting the forested hills affirm that the court of Byzantines (Эльф ушастый) hath committed an infamous breach of homage, turning its warriors upon unsuspecting detachments of Khazaria (MonsterSerg) in Georgia. Churchmen and heralds openly denounce the perfidy across Christendom. 'A treaty written in water lasteth longer than one sworn on the field of arms,' remarked a cynical chancery clerk. From tower to keep across Khazaria, watchmen kept ceaseless vigil, scanning the tree line for smoke.
The Passing of Great Houses
A Crown in the Dust: Saffarids (494150) Ceases to Exist
An aged hermit dwelling near the mountain chapel hath related that the once-proud sovereignty of Saffarids (494150) hath collapsed into the pages of old chronicles. Without a single walled town left to sustain its banners, the realm's remaining chancellors have departed in mournful silence. 'Even the strongest oak must bend when the gale bloweth from all quarters,' murmured an ancient castellan. The local blacksmith reported brisk trade in straightening bent swords for the vanquished and polishing new spurs for the victors.
The Passing of Great Houses
The Last Redoubt: Carolingian Franks (Sara) Clings to Gascony
The once-sprawling dominion of Carolingian Franks (Sara) has dwindled to a solitary foothold, with Gascony standing as the realm's last remaining stronghold. Desperate retainers keep round-the-clock watch from the ramparts, knowing that the loss of this single bastion means total oblivion. The chancery rolls of Carolingian Franks grew shorter by the week as lordships were struck from the rent-registers. 'We built upon the promises of princes, which are as brittle as autumn ice,' groaned a dispossessed baron.
Trade of Wool, Salt & Silver
The bailiffs of Abbasid Caliphate (Saymeth) collect lighter purses, stripped of 2 holdings to keep only 2 holdings.
Axum (интима не будет) suffereth grievous contraction, dwindling by 3 strongholds to leave a diminished tally of 0 strongholds.
A fruitful season for Byzantines (Эльф ушастый), which addeth 4 castles to hold sway over 12 castles in all.
Royal charters of Egypt (чемпион.) confirm the acquisition of 1 domain, mounting to 10 domains.
Carolingian Franks (Sara) striketh 2 keeps from its tax records, holding now but 1 keep.
Granaries and cellars fill across the holdings of Germany (Perlidze), which gaineth 3 provinces and standeth at 11 strongholds.
Bailiffs of Indian Kingdoms (Foxirus [SuperLis]) report increased feudal revenue, with 4 walled towns added, reaching a total of 14 towns.
The feudal rolls of Khazaria (MonsterSerg) are shortened by 3 fiefs, leaving merely 5 fiefs in allegiance.
A season of plenty for Rus (Kowalski), which raiseth its tally to 12 fortified towns (+2).
Diminished tithes afflict Saffarids (494150), dropping 2 castles to stand at 0 castles.
Tithe rolls for Wagadu (Xenonic) expand by 2 new fiefs, bringing the crown's ledger to 12 strongholds.
Rumours from the Wayside Inns
Town gossip in 904 claimeth that the chief counselor of Byzantines hath secretly purchased a rich vineyard within the borders of Abbasid Caliphate.
Talk at the market cross hath it that Indian Kingdoms offered to forgive a mountain of wool debts if Vikings would yield river tolls.
Ephemera, Relics & Marvels
Gales and howling squalls batter the northern coast; cogs and fishing smacks take shelter behind the sea-wall.
Ephemera, Relics & Marvels
WANDERING BEAR-TAMER: Master Wulfric will exhibit his dancing brown bear in the market square after Saturday compline. Mind your purses.
