The Grand Roll of Chivalry & Council Proclamation

Fallen from Grace: Carolingian Franks (Sara) Annihilated as a Power

Where heralds of Carolingian Franks (Sara) once blew their trumpets, only silence and the cry of crows remain. Stripped of all feudal allegiance and land, the realm has dissolved into legend and dust. A sombre silence descended upon the halls of Carolingian Franks, where councillors faced the bitter reckoning of defeat. 'The realm of Carolingian Franks hath tasted the vinegar of defeat, and the cup must be drained,' declared a wandering hermit.

Banners Over the Keep: Wagadu (Xenonic) Triumphs at Cordova Over Umayyad Cordoba (Orkinon)

Watermen bringing timber rafts down the river affirm that knights and men-at-arms of Wagadu (Xenonic) have crossed the river boundary into Cordova, wresting this ancestral hearth from Umayyad Cordoba (Orkinon). The garrison was caught unready before the castle drawbridge could be raised. In the bustling towns of Wagadu, roasted oxen and casks of ale were set forth in the market for all comers. 'The border is pushed back and our sheep may graze in safety,' remarked a contented yeoman.

Ramparts Carried: Wagadu (Xenonic) Subdues Salamanca from Umayyad Cordoba (Orkinon)

Lordship of Salamanca now belongs to Wagadu (Xenonic), having wrested the cradle of Umayyad Cordoba (Orkinon) after a bloody siege. Chroniclers record that the victory feast was held within the ducal solar itself. Knights in the tiltyards of Wagadu raised their drinking-horns high, hailing the triumph of their liege. The court jester observed that kingdoms are traded for glory, but a hot bowl of pottage still fetcheth the greater gratitude.

The High Seat Falls: Germany (Perlidze) Takes Valencia from Umayyad Cordoba (Orkinon)

The seizure of Valencia by Germany (Perlidze) pierceth the innermost defenses of Umayyad Cordoba (Orkinon). While brave retainers attempted to buy time with stubborn rearguard skirmishing, the overwhelming host of Germany carried the gatehouse. 'The granaries are filled and the baggage train is secure; this feat was won in the wains as much as in the saddle,' observed a camp quartermaster. Crowds thronged the drawbridge of Germany, cheering the dust-stained riders who bore the news.

New Standards Raised: Germany (Perlidze) Strengthens Its Ranks

Blacksmiths and bowyers across Germany (Perlidze) have worked without pause, outfitting 4 fresh contingents for immediate deployment. Knights boast that the realm hath never assembled a host more resplendent in armor and heraldry. 'The saints themselves rode with our vanguard this day,' declared a chaplain in the camp of Germany. Pilgrims returning from holy shrines report that baggage wains are already creaking toward the frontier.

A Surge of Conquest: Germany (Perlidze) Adds 4 Fiefs

With an addition of 4 fortified towns to its ledger, Germany (Perlidze) stands as the premier victor of the year. Experienced castellans have already been dispatched to garrison the new possessions. 'Fortune smileth upon the host of Germany, yet the conquered soil will demand constant vigilance,' murmured a retired knight. Children ran through the streets of Germany scattering rose-petals before the returning outriders.

Black Treachery: Germany (Perlidze) Assails Unsuspecting Vikings (бургундий) in Veletia

In an act of supreme duplicity, Germany (Perlidze) leveraged its trusted access to strike directly at Vikings (бургундий) in Veletia. The victims reel from the deceit, calling down the wrath of heaven upon the oath-breakers. Sentries upon the curtain wall report that the marches burn with fury and vendetta. Village maidens observed that a retreating knight rideth every bit as swiftly as an advancing one, and looks far less proud.

Vows in the Dust: Byzantines (Эльф ушастый) Stabs Khazaria (MonsterSerg) at Balanjar

In a brazen act of perfidy, warriors of Byzantines (Эльф ушастый) fell upon the exposed rear of Khazaria (MonsterSerg) at Balanjar. The two houses clashed this season at Kakheti as well. The betrayal hath shattered whatever remnants of chivalric trust remained between contending houses. 'All earthly dominions are but borrowing; we hold them only until the grave,' preached an itinerant canon. Weeping and lamentation filled the chapels of Khazaria as the magnitude of the disaster became known.

Desolation: Umayyad Cordoba (Orkinon) Stripped of All Authority

The sovereign realm of Umayyad Cordoba (Orkinon) has ceased to exist, its last citadel having been wrested away and its territory absorbed by conquerors. Monks in the cloisters write the final chapter of a lineage that once commanded the respect of Christendom. Monks in the cloisters of Umayyad Cordoba chanted the Seven Penitential Psalms for the salvation of their crumbling estate. 'The lord who stretcheth his hand too far will find it severed at the wrist,' remarked a border forester.

Homage and rent wax bright for Byzantines (Эльф ушастый): up by 1 manor to a proud measure of 13 strongholds. Egypt (чемпион.) flourishes across the realm, widening its sway by 1 stronghold to command 11 strongholds in all. A grim reckoning for the treasury of Carolingian Franks (Sara), losing 1 fief to stand at merely 0 strongholds. A season of plenty for Germany (Perlidze), which raiseth its tally to 15 fortified towns (+4). Royal charters of Indian Kingdoms (Foxirus [SuperLis]) confirm the acquisition of 1 domain, mounting to 15 domains. The feudal reach of Khazaria (MonsterSerg) contracteth by 3 manors, leaving the crown with 2 manors. Rus (Kowalski) swelleth its territorial rolls by 3 fortified keeps to count 15 keeps in all. The fortunes of Srivijaya (Luis Rodriguez) wax bountifully, expanding its dominion to 10 strongholds (+1). A fruitful season for Tang China (B1V15), which addeth 1 castle to hold sway over 10 castles in all. Hard seasons beset Umayyad Cordoba (Orkinon), whose realm shrinketh by 3 walled towns to a tally of 0 towns. Vikings (бургундий) striketh 3 keeps from its tax records, holding now but 2 keeps. Tithe rolls for Wagadu (Xenonic) expand by 1 new fief, bringing the crown's ledger to 13 strongholds.

It is muttered in the castle hall that Rus dispatched a gift of fine malmsey and falconry gauntlets to the grand seneschal of Egypt.

Heavy snowfall locketh the forest tracks in 905; castellans bank their hearths with peat and watch the wolves gather.

WANTED: Four stout yeomen acquainted with bills and jacks for garrison watch on the river tower. Board and wool doublet provided.