Senate of Atannórë

[Eomer Dinmention]

Yes wise move Cir.

I think Morwen will make a great governor

Congrats Morwen

[Ciryaher]

Here is the complete list of the Senators of Atannórë:

Arnor - Ciryaher
Arthedain - Kementari
Cardolan - Mithrandir
Rhudaur - Aerin
Rivendell - Aredhel
Angmar - Lorien
Mithlond/Himling - Morwen
The Shire - Kit Baggins

Gondor - Beorn
Minas Tirith - Beorn
Lebennin - Chippy
Ithilien - Talierin
Belfelas - Grond
Anorien - Valar
Anfalas - Greymantle

Gondor may request amendment to their list if this is incorrect.

[Ciryaher]

ATTENTION ALL SENATORS OF BOTH ARNOR AND GONDOR

As proconsul of the Senate, I request that EACH Senator inform me of their military readiness by ANY SECRET MEANS NECCESSARY **this means a PM, IM, email, smoke signal, etc.**

This is vital to the security of Atannórë, so I ask that you respond promptly.

Many thanks.

[Ecthelion]

Does anyone own South Gondor? If not I will govern it.

[¤-Elessar-¤]

yes, Dengen does, it is being healed and is off limits to all.

Ciryaher, now don't you go and **** your pants, Dengen had you fooled, didn't he? Well he had me fooled too, so dont feel to ashamed.

[Ciryaher]

South Gondor is part of the Mornclaur Federation, and it already has a governor.

What are you talking about, fool?

[UngattTrunn475]

I have a question. Under what rule are the lands of Eriador under?

[Ciryaher]

Mine, as the Empire of Arnor and half of the Republic of Atannórë.

[Ciryaher]

This is a message to all Governors in Arnor:

Mobilize all forces and stand ready for any signal I may relay to you.

[Kit Baggins]

I'm probably being extremely stupid here, my Lord, but what do you need the forces for (I really need to keep track of this thread ;) !)?

~Kit :)
btw, I'll PM you with the details of what passes for the military in the Shire.

[Ciryaher]

This is to announce that Kit Baggins' governorship of the Shire has now been extended to include Breeland. Congratulations, Senator Baggins!

[Valar]

Cir, i think mike relived me of my duties at the start of this whole war with Elessar thing, because of my loyalties to Rohan. Should i officialy resign, because i will allways side with Rohan.

[Eomer Dinmention]

*Are you resigning from your position in Gondor? Valar

If you are i suggest that you don't. Stay with Gondor

[Valar]

i will not resign, i just want to know my current stance

[Beorn]

Oh, darn...sorry...too much to do lately...

I hereby reinstate Valar to the position of Governor.

[Ciryaher]

I shall now unveil the Crest of Atannórë. *removes a cover from a plate of marble with silver designs*

[Aredhel]

Did you make it yourself? It looks nice!*whistles*

[Kit Baggins]

Oooh, spiffy :) .

~Kit :)

[Ciryaher]

Yes, I drew it myself using a lead-holder and then retraced over it with an ebony pencil. I like it, myself :D

[Kementari]

Yes, that very nice Cir

[Dengen-Goroth]

Indeed it is quite pleasing to the eye. Well done indeed Cir! ny suggestions for a crest of Mornclaur?:)

[Ciryaher]

Hmm, for Mornclaur...I'd have to think about that. Maybe I could try sketching one some time.

[Mithrandir]

Hey I can dig it Cir. Good job.
~Mithers

[Ecthelion]

That's real good, but I was wondering what the elvish at the bottom means?

[Ciryaher]

It says 'Atannore'.

[Ecthelion]

OOOOOOHHHHHHHHH cool

[Arathin]

You are very skilled with a pencil, Ciryaher. I must say that it is very fine work. I couldn't have done better myself, and that is coming from an artist.

[Ciryaher]

This is to announce that the great and holy Temple of the Valar in Annuminas has been completed. All citizens of Atannórë are invited to celebrate the completion of this wondrous monument along with the leaders of Rohan, Mornclaur, and the Istari.

I will try to draw up a basic floor plan of the structure to give you all an idea of what the building looks like. For now, you'll have to use your imagination ;)

Also, I would like to restate my invitation for the Istari Council to relocate from Rohan to the Temple here in Annuminas.

[Mithrandir]

Times have changed and their is no longer a wizard guild to keep Rohan under some protection. I ask Eomer if he would like us to leave.
~Mithers

[Eomer Dinmention]

YES. *Eomer quickly rides to the temple to explore it.


****Once again Mith i am i no position to decide whether you can leave or not. But i would like the Istari to stay, and then again maybe moving to Arnor will be good after all. So you chose Mith*******


And plus Cir did a lot of hard work to build this temple. And he wouldn't want to have to build this temple for nothing,

[Ciryaher]

Ahh, even if the Istari were not to remove to Annuminas, we would certainly have plenty of use for the temple. It was not built just for the purpose of the Istari...they were invited to add to the Temple's holiness in general.

[Eomer Dinmention]

*Eomer rides and rides non- stop to Arnor. He knows it will take him at least 3 months. But he is willingly to go.

As he rides for 1 month he gets tired.
"Hmm ok this will be the only time i'll use my powers"

*Eomer disappears and appears in the Temple in Arnor.
"Wow Cir did a pretty good job here. Maybe the Istari should move. I will be able to see this place alot"

[Dain Ironfoot]

Bringing it back to the top....:D :D

[Ciryaher]

Ahh, I am currently having the borders of Arnor re-surveyed, so I will soon be posting a new provincial map for all to see. It appears that 2 new provinces are being created, I might add.

[Ciryaher]

This is a notice to all governors to increase their border-vigil. I have received reports that certain unwanted persons may be crossing the passes of the Hills of Angmar, Hithaelgir, or crossing the Isen from the south.

[¤-Elessar-¤]

Ciryaher, for those of us not as well aquainted with proper names, what is the Hithaelgir?

[Ciryaher]

Hithaelgir = Misty Mountains

[Arathin]

language???

[Ciryaher]

Sorry, that should be spelled "Hithaiglir" and it is Sindarin.

[Arathin]

Cool. Thanks, Cir.

[Ciryaher]

This is a message for ALL Arnorian Senators:

Mobilize and arm all forces. Cities should secure their stockpiles and assume a nightly blackout. Civilian travel betwixt the provinces--excluding message runners--is prohibited until further notice. Messages will be sent to all Senators with details when more details are known.

Official Edict 23
Signed

~Emperor Ciryaher Hyarmendacil III

[¤-Elessar-¤]

well, that is nice (oy, I know i'm not supposed to post here). Ciryaher, that army shall probably be headed over the mountains soon, and when it does I can assure you that, if you play fair, they will go through hell before they ever see the light of day again.

[Aredhel]

Ummm...Am I an Anorian Senator? Rivendell is inside your borders, Cir.

And is there going to be war?

[Valar]

I shall comply with your orders Cir, but i shall state again, that if war breaks out and it is anyway connected with Rohan, i shall resign. But for now all troops will be mobolised, and prepared.
~Valar

[Beorn]

Valar, you are a Gondorian Senator. Ciryaher has not told me about anything yet...

[Kit Baggins]

Is there going to be a war? (Good point, Aredhel :) !)

More to the point, will any of the fighting take place in the Shire?

(I hope not!)

~Kit :)

[Mithrandir]

I will ready my troops.
~Mithers

[Kementari]

I shall give orders to prepare my armies but I would like to know more detailed imformation about whats happening...

[Beorn]

All of the Gondorian Senators:

Prepare for a grim war.

[Ciryaher]

This is the map of Arnor. It is accurate in proportion.

Senators:
Mithlond-Himling - unknown
Arthedain - Kementari
The Shire-Breeland - Kit Baggins
Rhudaur - Aerin
Eregion-Imladris - Aredhel
Cardolan - Mithrandir
Angmar - Lorien
Forolossë - SpencerC18
Earhwesta - Elbereth

[Arathin]

Wonderful interpretation and craftmenship, Cir. Have you thought about a job as an artist? You would be very good at it.

[Ciryaher]

Ahh, do take notice that it says 'Edited by:...'

I merely took a scanned picture and edited it severely, then drew in the borders and added the text. The map is out of the Houghton-Mifflin edition of LOTR, and I believe it was originally by CRT.

On to business...I am assuming command of all of the primary garrisons in Arnor. This of course leaves the secondary garrisons and the militias for the governors to use if they are not going to the Front.

[Kit Baggins]

What does the Hobbitry-in-arms count as, my Lord?

[Aredhel]

How about I send some elven foot soldiers and archers. to whereever this war is.?

[Talierin]

Before I gather my troops, what is the purpose behind this war, and who in the heck are you going to fight against? If it's Dengen, I will not fight......

[Ciryaher]

Our foe is Gondor to the south. Our objective is to conquer Arandor and to hold off the army and fleet of Gondor. They have already landed in Meltestastia and are most likely heading north into the Shires southern half.

I will send each you more information.

~Emperor Hyarmendacil III

[Ciryaher]

Here is a link to the battle:

Civil War: Friends or Foes (http://www.thetolkienforum.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3771)

Arnorian Senators that I haven't spoken to about this should check their PM boxes. If you participate in the battle, please:

1) Use no more than 5000 troops from your province
2) STUDY the map and don't make silly troop movements
3) Keep your movements orchestrated with the general front of battle

[Ciryaher]

One additional message. The remaining 10 legions (10,000 soldiers) in the Arthedain province are hereby placed under the command of the Emperess Kementari, to do what she wills and where she wills it.

~Emperor Hyarmendacil III

[Ciryaher]

Ahh! Good news!

The Census taken but a few months ago is at last complete! Here are the numbers:

Provincial Breakdown
Arthedain---------149,350
Cardolan----------103,630
Mithlond/Himling----94,950
The Shire----------29,170
Rhudaur------------27,510
Eregion/Imladris----18,240
Angmar------------12,575
Breeland-----------10,290
Ëarhwesta----------5,420
Forolossë-----------2,430

Total-------------454,005

Military Strength
Professional
Infantry-----------31,000
**Sword----------10,000
**Halberd----------7,500
**Axe/Heavy-------7,500
**Foot Archer------5,000
**Praetorian--------1,000
Cavalry------------10,000
**Light Horsemen-----750
**Knights------------500
**Charioteers------8,750
Provincial Militia
Infantry-----------15,000

Total--------------46,000

[Talierin]

* An official messenger of Governor Talierin rides out of Emyn Arnen to the mighty capital of the Mornclaur Federation, informing Lord Dengen-Goroth of Ithilien's decision to side with him in the war, if it should come to that. Two other messengers also ride out to inform Lords Ciryaher and Beorn they can forget about Ithilien's help in the war.*

->>-----Talierin Asealúviel------>

[Dain Ironfoot]

Um cir don't you think 46,000 soldiers is a little too much???

[Aredhel]

What does the Census mean?

[Kementari]

the Census is the record of the population

[¤-Elessar-¤]

*jumps up and down
Yay for Tal! Horray for Tal! Way to think for yourself!

[Snaga]

Originally posted by Ciryaher
Ahh! Good news!

The Census taken but a few months ago is at last complete! Here are the numbers:

Provincial Breakdown
Arthedain---------149,350
Cardolan----------103,630
Mithlond/Himling----94,950
The Shire----------29,170
Rhudaur------------27,510
Eregion/Imladris----18,240
Angmar------------12,575
Breeland-----------10,290
Ëarhwesta----------5,420
Forolossë-----------2,430

Total-------------454,005

Military Strength
Professional
Infantry-----------31,000
**Sword----------10,000
**Halberd----------7,500
**Axe/Heavy-------7,500
**Foot Archer------5,000
**Praetorian--------1,000
Cavalry------------10,000
**Light Horsemen-----750
**Knights------------500
**Charioteers------8,750
Provincial Militia
Infantry-----------15,000

Total--------------46,000

I think the total is 56,000 actually Cir. I am interested to see no expense is spared in building up your military might. More than 1 in 8 of your population is in the military. Should you be interested in some trade of food let me know, since you appear to have conscripted more than half your adult male population, and I fear your farms may not be too productive.

[Ciryaher]

Since we are in a wartime situation, say that we will perhaps need extra food supplies, but since we have been militarily idle for so long, our grain and meat surplusses have been burgeoning ever since. I am not aware of how other countries organize their militaries, but all in Arnor are trained for military action; men and women. The professional army are those people between the ages of 18 and 45 that are actively in the military circulation.

To Governor Talierin of Ithilien: Have you spoken with the Lord Beorn?

To Elessar: Did I, or did I not forbid you to poke your sneering visage into the business of Atannore?

[Ciryaher]

To all Senators: War may be on on northern border, and I have conferred with one Snaga. Be ready not if, but when the time comes.

[Dain Ironfoot]

Why are you adding to the confusion? I have alwayed wanted my dwarven kingdome to stay at peace and never have to see the brutal bs of war. But you now are helping to declare war on my once peaceful kingdom? Do you want bloodshed???

[Ciryaher]

Ahh, be silent, you fool.

I am bypassing the neccessity to have a vote, and I declare Fulfillment of Alliance. Thus:

The Empire of Arnor thus proclaims that if any hostile acts (openly or in secret) are made against the Independent State in the Grey Mountains, war will immediately be declared.

[Mithrandir]

"Shall the province of Cardolan be i nvolved in this, my lord?"

[Aerin]

Ciryaher - (in case you haven't read the WC thread recently) the White Council has been declared neutral in this war, therefore those members of the Council who are also governors of Arnor are in a bit of a bind.
Perhaps the provinces under control of members of the WC could be excused from this mustering of troops..?

[Ciryaher]

Governors might be excused, but I will not excuse garrisons from participating. All forces will go; those whose governors have conflicting interests may appeal and I will appoint a captain for their forces.

Honestly, a Council that does little more than declare itself forever neutral does not seem to be doing much to me.

[Mithrandir]

I declared the WC neutral because there is no reason for us o fight here, but I will govern my troops as the Wizard of Cardolan.
~Mithers

[Mormegil]

Due to the collapse of the Khazum Kingdoms, I have declared th White Mountains independant. With me as ruler.
I ask that both Arnor and Gondor recognise this independance, and I offer a hand of friendship.

[Ciryaher]

Arnor recognizes the White Mountains as an Independent Nation, and accepts the hand of alliance. Hail, Mormegil!

[Ciryaher]

Two announcements, Senators:

The first is that I have selected SpencerC18 to govern the province of Forolosse. Hail Spencer!

Secondly, I have ceased our ties with the Grey Mountain orcs due to moral conflicts. I'd much rather stay out of it, anyways.

[SpencerC18]

I gracioulsy thank Emperor Ciryaher for this massive opportunity. I pledge friendship and allegiance to all in this Senate. I look forward to serving with each and every one of you.

[Lorien]

Hail Spencer! I, Lorien, welcome you.

[SpencerC18]

Your Highness, as new governor of Forolosse I am initiating new laws with your permission. These laws inlcude:

-90% of all men in Forolosse must serve in the region's army for a period of four years, as soon as they reach the age of 18.

-In times of war, the governor has the right to call upon all forces needed. This includes conscripted civilians.

-Each soldier will be trained in 4 forms of combat; horse back, archery, sword to sword, and hand to hand.

Of the 2,430 persons within this region 1,415 will be in the army. 15 of which will be my personal guard. These 15, like myself, will be trained as Rangers. One of these 15 will be a mage.

The rest of the population will be allowed to do as they see fit.

In addition I will be ordering walls to be built and new ship yards and docks to be built.

With the Emperor's permission these laws will be confirmed and consumated.

[Lorien]

I would like to increase the number of armed forces within Angmar from the previously said 3000 to 4000 atleast Ciryaher.

[SpencerC18]

Governor Lorien, If it pleases you I would like you to train one of my mages in the art of necromancy. In return I shall do a favor for you.

[Cygnus]

Cygnus rises and looks at spencer calmly. He speaks "Now I must speak i am afraid. No man on ME is allowed, other then those who are members of the Guild of Necromancy, to learn Necromancy. So I must refuse to let any train other necromancers without my concent." He then sits silent as stone again

[SpencerC18]

Well if it means anything thank you for the consideration, Cygnus.

Emperor Ciryaher, if I might make a suggestion. I have read the events that have recently transpired, with the White Council members declaring themselves nuetral, and I believe that it would be against our best interests to allow a person or persons to be involved in one or more legislative bodies and be a governor. Take this as only a suggestion and not a verbal attck on anyone.

[Ciryaher]

Your thoughts are considered, Senator.

However, the stance of Arnor is generally going to be more neutral from now on. This was my policy in times before, and I shall return to it. I will not dispose of the finest and most intelligent leaders in Middle-Earth because of their views on war. If Arnor is ever truly threatened, I am confident that both they as governors and as members of the White Council will rally behind my standard and aid the Bastion of the West.

As for necromancy, I would request that magical practices in Arnor be highly limited. Mankind is perfectly capable of advancing itself without the aid of the unnatural.

[¤-Elessar-¤]

A tid bit to the lord Spencer- Rangers are a close knit brotherhood that exists under the leadership of Nain. If you wish for ranger guards, I suggest you post so in the Ranger thread, if you haven't already.

[Ciryaher]

Lorien, you may increase your forces accordingly, but for everyone here NO DRAFTS OR FORCED SERVICE. All of Arnor's forces are to comprised of ONLY paid, professional service. All citizens are required to serve in their provincial militias (which do more public service than combat, by far) but no man or woman shall be forced into service.

Forolosse needs to concentrate on construction for now, so no professional soldiers will be accepted until a future census indicates that your food production and population have reached an adequate level.

As I said before, Arnor is taking an 'inward' approach; for now we will advance agriculture, the arts, transport, and technology in general.

[SpencerC18]

Thank you sire for the instructions. I am amending the following laws I previously stated.

-90% of all men in Forolosse must serve in the region's militia for a period of four years, as soon as they reach the age of 18. This law will be ratified as soon as the population is up to the Emperor's standard.

-For now my region's work force will be concentrated on the economy. Since we are on the bay, 60% of our food stores shall be associated with fish and the like.

-With the Emperor's permission, I am preparing for the construction of walls and battlements upon Forlosse's Northeastern borders. The wall will be constructed between the mountain range and the bay.

Also, I would like to know whom all the governor's of this realm are and where they govern.

[Lorien]

I shall begin the training and hiring of the extra troops immediately.
Spencer you might want to check on the last couple of pages. I think Ciryaher has posted a list of the provinces and their governors.
Ciryaher I would like permission to try mining in the mountains within Angmar.

[SpencerC18]

Sire I second Loriens request. There might be mitril in the mountains of Angmar.

[SpencerC18]

Has a suitable governor for Earthwesta been found? If not I might have a suitable recruit.

[Telchar]

The Mountains of Angmar is not a part of Arnor, but the Hills of Angmar are..

[SpencerC18]

Also, Emperor Ciryaher, alas I am unfamiliar with your foreign affairs. Which realms are we allied with and which are we at odds with?

[Lorien]

Point noted Telchar thank you. In either case I still would like permission to mine them.

[SpencerC18]

Among the crop growing in my region, barley and wheat has been planted along where the rivers meet. Also we have oxen grazing what fields we have.

[Ciryaher]

Arnor - Ciryaher
Mithlond-Himling - Morwen
Arthedain - Kementari
The Shire-Breeland - Kit Baggins
Rhudaur - Aerin
Eregion-Imladris - Aredhel
Cardolan - Mithrandir
Angmar - Lorien
Forolossë - SpencerC18
Earhwesta - none

Those are the senators, as of now.

I am open to suggestions/applications for the final seat in the Senate.

Permission to construct moderate defenses along the border between the Hills of Angmar and the Bay of Forochel is granted.

Arnor is Allied to:
Gondor
Mornclaur
Zirak Kazhad [Telchar]

Arnor is at Peace with:
White Mountains
Khazad [Nain/Dain]
Grey Mountains
Rohan

Arnor is not at an aggressive stance towards any land.

[SpencerC18]

Thank you Emperor Ciryaher. I have a friend I have known since my early ages and I will see if he is interested. I am making preperations for the wall as we speak. Also, any governor interested in assisting Forolosse in this endeavour is welcome.

Let Arnor never die!

[Ciryaher]

Alright, but you need to tell me who this friend is so that I can begin considerations.

[Lorien]

Spencer I would like to offer Angmar's assistance in building defenses.

[SpencerC18]

Lorien, my region and I would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Plans for the wall are being drawn up as I speak and figures for supplies are being drawn up. I will hold council with his highness, Ciryaher, to see what is in our best interests. I would like the wall to be 100 feet high and 50 feet thick. It will stretch from the bay of forochel to the mountains.

OOC- By the way: the person I spoke of has not registered yet for the position of Governor of Earthwesta.

[Ciryaher]

200 feet thick seems a bit...wide, for such an unlikely place for attack. Perhaps there was some error in the message, but I am against such an uneedfully massive wall. One of narrower proportions would be much more logical.

[SpencerC18]

OOC: Forgive me I am retarded. lol I will edit my last post. I put it wrong.

[SpencerC18]

I hope these new measurements please you, my liege.

[SpencerC18]

As soon as you aprove we will begin construction.

[Ciryaher]

Construction is approved. I will allot 50,000 gold pieces to the project.

[SpencerC18]

Thank you sire. With the 50,000 gold I will construct us a most defensible wall.

Lorien, my friend, you have offered your help in this. Now I leave it to you on how you will help; whether it be materials, money, or man power. Thank you.

And thank you Emperor Ciryaher.

[SpencerC18]

Emperor Ciryaher, I'm sure it is nothing but it has come to my attention that King Eomer of Rohan is moving troops and recruiting more into his army. Take this news for what it's worth.

[Ciryaher]

I do not fear any aggression from our friend in Rohan.

More importantly, I am pleased to announce that I have found a governor for one of Arnor's fairest provinces: Elbereth will be henceforth the Governor and Senator for Earhwesta. Hail, Elbereth!

[Mithrandir]

Hail elbereth, welcome to both the new senators. I would like to report that Cardolan is as active as ever and is ready to serve our lord at will.
~Mithers

[Elbereth]

Thank you everyone. I am very pleased to take on this most unexpected honor as Govenor of Earhwesta. I will appreciate everyone's assistance as I become acclimated into my newly appointed position.

Cir, if you could arrange for me a tour of the lands I would greatly appreciate it.

[Ciryaher]

I shall arrange for an inspection of all the lands as soon as possible, you may tour with me while I make the rounds.

[Elbereth]

Thank you Cir, and I think that will be a good time for us to discuss in more depth what my plans will be for my new lands.

In the meantime, I will like to schedule some private briefing meetings with you and the other governors, so that I could be brought up to speed on the current state of affairs in Arnor.

[Ciryaher]

That gives me an idea...Would anyone like to volunteer to make a Senatorial Newsletter...something that could summarize important doings in Middle-Earth and Arnor in general? If anyone feels like they are well-informed and want to get with me to arrange the flyer, I'd greatly appreciate it.

[Lorien]

I'm not sure how well informed I am (which means i'm not really atleast in my opinion) but I'd be happy to help with the newsletter Cir.

Go Elbereth! (yay!)

Spencer I will provide you with 35000 gold pieces to help in your construction.

Cir, I would like permission to try mining in the Hills of Angmar.

[Aredhel]

What do you expect to find there?

[Lorien]

Mithril, gold, silver.....who knows really? There's never been an attempt to mine them and we could always try. Even if nothing comes of it we would have atleast cleared some area on the hills for farming.

[Ciryaher]

Of course you may mine in the Hills (though I do doubt you will find much, if anything). Just take care to maintain the highest safety standards.

As for the newsletter, the person only need be informed on matters IC.

[SpencerC18]

Hail Eleberth! Forolosse welcomes you at any time you see fit. Construction on the wall begins tomorrow, Emperor Ciryaher.

By the way this fliar sounds interesting I am interested.

[Aerin]

Welcome to the governorship of Earhwesta, Elbereth! :)

[Elbereth]

"Thank you all for your kind greetings. I have a few ideas in the works for my small province...but I would welcome any suggestions from my fellow governors."

[Ciryaher]

Here is a link to the map so you don't have to go back:

Arnor (http://www.thetolkienforum.com/attachment.php?s=&postid=87132)

Arnor - Ciryaher
Senators:
Mithlond-Himling - Morwen
Arthedain - Kementari
The Shire-Breeland - Kit Baggins
Rhudaur - Aerin
Eregion-Imladris - Aredhel
Cardolan - Mithrandir
Angmar - Lorien
Forolossë - SpencerC18
Earhwesta - Elbereth

[SpencerC18]

Emperor Ciryarher, as the sun rose this morning 1000 of Forolosse's finest gathered at the land between the bay and the mountains to construct a new wall. I am assiging 100 men to guard the construction as a precaution. Each stone will be 5 feet in height, length, and width. This wall will span aporximately 50 miles. Every ten miles there will be a post of roughly 20-30 men. Warning signs will be used by light or fire or smoke signals. The gate, if the Emperor feels it necessary, will be made out of Mithril.

The wall itself will be 50 miles long, 100 feet high and, 50 feet wide. If my math does me justice the wall will have a total of 5,280,000 stones.

[SpencerC18]

By the way Lorien for your assistance Forolosse would like to repay you in a manner you see fit.

[Ciryaher]

I would prefer you use our new steel alloys, for mithril is far too expensive, and new steel is just as strong and enduring.

[Lorien]

Great, I will start mining activities immediately. And I'll help with the newsletter so you can either PM me or post right here to get any work done from me Cir.

[¤-Elessar-¤]

A messenger arrived, she was elven, and introduced herself. "Lord Ciryaher, I am Ringwen, General of the Elven armies of Dor-Taur-Sir. I was sent by my lord Elessar as an emissary. My lord says that times of cruel words and petty dissagreements are over, and he extends his hand in friendship and hopeful trade with you."

[Ciryaher]

"Arnor doth gratefully accept the hand of Elessar in friendship. It is indeed heartening that old quarrels without present meaning may be put aside for the the good and benefit of all."

[¤-Elessar-¤]

Ringwen, having stood impassive, now moved and spoke, her voice as smooth and cold as ice. "Very well then. I shall be off, for I must stop in Rohan before I am to go home. It was pleasnt meeting you, Emperor Ciryaher." Ringwen bowed and exited.

[Ciryaher]

Ciryaher bows.

"Let it be known throughout Arnor that Dor-Taur-Sir and its folk are henceforth our friends in all. Merchants and traders have full trading priveleges here in Arnor, and we too will send our goods hence."

[SpencerC18]

Ah my lord as you wish the gate will be steel. So far construction is running quite smoothly, the wall is now 3 miles and very strong my lord, almost too strong. I have told the workers that if they make the wall with as much speed as they can muster, I will throw a festival the likes which they have never seen.

[Elbereth]

Elbereth enters the Senate and seeks permission to speak...permission is granted.

"Ciryaher, and fellow governors of the Senate of Atannore, I have returned from surveying the lands of Earhwesta. The lands are indeed as beautiful and as rich as Cir had described to me. The people of this land are peaceful folk and very private. Self-sufficient, they do little trade outside their region. And let it be know that the people of Earhwesta would rather not be involved in the political affairs outside of their homeland.

Therefore, to maintain the peace and harmony of this land I will be placing a protectional forcefield about it's borders. No fell man or beast may enter it. This territory shall be a neutral zone, and those seeking refuge may be granted entrance if they are seen fit. I am also installing a small militia of 800 men to guard the borders of Earhwesta for purposes of homeland security and 150 officers will be appointed to maintain order within the land."

[Ciryaher]

Excellent, Elbereth. And good work, Spencer.

[Lorien]

Lorien stands and says, "The mining work has begun and my workers inform me that the mountain may hold some small amounts of metals and definitely some gold."

[Talierin]

Here's Ithilien's crest:

[Eomer Dinmention]

Tal that is such a good crest

[Telchar]

A messanger from Khazad-dûm arrives with a letter from Telchar.



Emperor Ciryaher

As a friend and allie Zirak Khazad offer it's expertise in mining.
If you wish I shall send some experienced miners to estimate what minerals you may find and get you started in the Hills of Angmar.

Telchar

[¤-Elessar-¤]

What a wonderful drawing! I love the way you embeded an arrow into the center of the trees!

[Lorien]

Brilliant crest Tal. Brilliant.

[SpencerC18]

My lord Ciryaher, the wall has reached 7 miles. Progress is excellent.

Also my lord one of the workers has spotted a small dwarven village just near the hills. I intend to induct their town into our realm.

[Ciryaher]

Nay, Spencer. They are dwarves, and shall have the right to choose whom will govern them.

Lord Telchar

You have my permission to provide surveyors for the mining exploits in the hills of Angmar. Also, I request that you send an emissary to the Dwarven group that was discovered and ask if they prefer to emigrate to Zirak Kazhad, or to become part of Arnor.

Ciryaher Hyarmendacil III

[SpencerC18]

Lord Ciryaher, the wall has reached ten miles. It is a great wall and it looks as if it is made out of one stone. Very strong it is indeed.

Also, I have plans to build a watch tower on the island in the bay.

Workers on the wall have been getting along very well with the dwarven village and there have been no incidents in the building of the wall.

[¤-Elessar-¤]

(this place is for gondor, too, right? If not, tell me, and I will deleat the following)

Elessar sat upon a hill outside The tower of the sun, and from there, he saw the banners of the lord Valar coming to the great castle. He watched as the guardsmen of the gate were the first soldiers of gondor to receive the honor of bowing to their new king. Elessar smiled to himself, thinking of how Valar had long been of lesser power of him, in Rohan, and now was one of the Mightiest lords of the world. He stood, and walked back tward the road, wishing to see the crowning of Valar, King of Gondor.

[Ciryaher]

With this, I, Ciryaher Penngristion Hyarmendacil III, Emperor of Arnor, do officially recognize Valar and Elbereth as King Valar and Queen Elbereth--Lord and Lady of Gondor.

I also renew the Oath of Alliance between Arnor and Gondor; and all agreements, pacts, treatises, articles, etc. are transferred to the new ruling House.

[SpencerC18]

Outstanding news my lord. The wall has reached 25 miles! With this it will only be a week or so before completion.

[Kyrè]

Ciryaher- Do you recognize my as High Lady and Warrior Princess of Lothorien and my Mother Anira Queen of Lothorien and my father Beleg King?? Just checking.

[Ciryaher]

I will accept you as representative of Lothlorien. However, Anira and Beleg must themselves come before my Senate before I will recognize them as being the leaders of Lothlorien. Until that time, and as far as I'm concerned, Lothlorien has no leaders.

[Valar]

*I shall be posting the affairs of Gondor, and talk more to the Goveners after the crowning ceromany, i'm sorry i have chosen a most unfortunae time to be so busy*

[Kyrè]

Ok... I will see what i can do. If they do not arrive- what will happen??

[Ciryaher]

If no leader of Lothlorien appears to claim the title, a new one will have to be found.

[SpencerC18]

The wall has reached 40 miles!

[Ciryaher]

Excellent, Spencer.

Any other governors who would like to undertake large projects are welcomed and encouraged to put forth their ideas.

[Kyrè]

oh gosh...

They aren't going to be able to make it. I claim the throne. For the sake of my family. Anira is not going to be able to make it. Beleg has not been responing to my letters. If you do not think this is right, feel free to tell me. But I MUST keep the throne in the family.

[Aredhel]

Umm...sorry I have not been posting in a long time, Lord Ciryaher. I have been busy with other affairs.

But I, as Governor of Imladris, and Senator within my Lord Ciryaher's Empire, recognize as King and Queen of Gondor, the Lord Valar and the Lady Elbereth.

(While I'm in the mood)

I also recognize as Queen in Lothlorien, Lady Mirina.

I have decided to be more active within the Senate.

Where is the wall being built?

[Ciryaher]

The wall is being built in the gap between the Bay of Forochel and the Hills of Angmar on our northern border in Forolosse. It is good to see you more active in the Senate, Aredhel.

Mirina is recognized by the Imperium of Arnor as the leader of Lothlorien.

[Kit Baggins]

.:claps:.

Congratulations, Mirina :D !

[Kyrè]

Thank you, thank you.


But I have a small problem. Anira- who is one of my best friends- is mad at me because I took over the throne for good. She says I was only temporary and therefore was wrong. I say that I was tired of playing the hokey-pokey and she was not what it is all about. I was sick of having to run to her every time something new came up. I said she wasn't even active.

Anira is probably (knowing her) going to try and put me off the throne. Do I have your support??

[Aredhel]

That is serious. The throne was up for grabs and you took it because you wanted to see the throne kept in the family. I don't wholly approve if she is going to try take over. I don't know what to think.

[Kyrè]

But she was not active!! I even gave beleg a chance to go for it but they never showed up!! Sorry to sound onrey put it just seems that everyone is against me- in my real life, i mean. Just sick and tired of it. o well, when I come back in 10 days i'll feel better. (family vacation)C' ya.

Thanks cir- for everything...

[Aredhel]

I don't mean to say that what you did was wrong. (In case you are still checking here) You will have my support.

[Ciryaher]

Arnor will give full support of any kind (economic, advisory, or military) to the rightful and observed leader of Lothlorien, Mirina. In my eyes, she has every right to undertake the responsibility because those that previously claimed the throne did nothing with it. They were idle rulers; and an idle ruler is not a ruler.

[Elbereth]

"Ciryaher and fellow governors of the Senate. I would like to thank you for all your kind blessings as Valar and I take the thrown of Gondor. I am honored by your kind words and I am confident that Valar and I will do everything in our power to be fair and righteous rulers.

With that said, I come now to my next issue which has been a great concern of mine. Now that I have been crowned the new Queen of Gondor, will I have to resign from my position as Governor of Earhwesta?

As you are all aware, I have only recently been elected into governorship of this land. However, in my short term as governor, I have been able to establish a trust in Earhwesta, and its people have relied on me to maintain the peace and protection of their fair land.

I wish to uphold my promises and maintain my relations with this land. However, if the Senate believes that it is unfit for a Queen to be Governor of a land, I will dutily step down as Governor.."

[Ciryaher]

Of course you will remain Governor, Elbereth. I knew ahead of time that you would be becoming Queen, but that of course did not restrain me from offering you the position. You may remain governor of Earhwesta for as long as you wish!

[Elbereth]

*Elbereth supresses herself from smiling and tries her best to maintain her composure.*

"Thank you Ciryaher. It will be my honor to coninue my duties as Governor of Earhwesta. I will certainly try my best to fulfill my duties to the utmost of my abilities."

*as she returns to her seat, she is no longer able to surpress the smile...and she grins happily from ear to ear*

[Valar]

*Valar Arries back to the senate after the ceromany and takes his seat.*

"My good lords, lady's and friends. The crowning ceromany is now over and now we must come to busines."

I also renew the Oath of Alliance between Arnor and Gondor; and all agreements, pacts, treatises, articles, etc. are transferred to the new ruling House.

"I Also agree to all agreements under the Oath of Alliance, and i pray that Arnor and Gondor shall be forever friends and allieged. I shall also like to proclaim that Rohan shall also renew an age old Alliance, stronger than ever. All former alligences still hold true but i wish for leaders of all provinces to state there stance with Gondor. All Army's of Gondor are now in a Ready start in this transition period and My lady and I shall be visiting every governer in there province. I ask all Gonvenors to post here, with any ideas or suggestions"

Here are all the Govener's of Gondor

Gondor - Valar and Elbereth
Minas Tirith - Valar
Lebennin - Elbereth
Ithilien - Talierin
Belfelas - Grond
Anorien - ***
Anfalas - ***

If any changes are made please inform me and the shall be rectefied.

[EDIT- Sorry i just copied it from the list of previous govenors]

[Talierin]

Didn't Beorn just die? If so, why is he a governor? Also, Greymantle hasn't been around in 5 months, it would probably be best to find a new person to fill his role.

Another thing, Ithilien is currently tied mostly to Mornclaur. I have been thinking about returning to Gondor, but I have not made a decision as of yet.

[SpencerC18]

Great Celebration indeed!

The wall is complete! 50 miles in length and gaurded at all times. Our borders our safe.

My liege Ciryaher, what was your decision with the dwarven communit?

BTW when is the next census?

[Beleg Strongbow]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Ciryaher
Arnor will give full support of any kind (economic, advisory, or military) to the rightful and observed leader of Lothlorien, Mirina. In my eyes, she has every right to undertake the responsibility because those that previously claimed the throne did nothing with it. They were idle rulers; and an idle ruler is not a ruler. [/QUOTE




Anira, Mirina and I are ruling Lothlorien.
Sorry but i have been on holidays lately and so has Anira but i am back and i shall help Govern Lothlorien. I am betrothed to Anira.

[Ciryaher]

As far as Arnor is concerned, only Mirina rules Lothlorien. You may be counsels or whatever *dismissive wave of hand* but she is the monarch. Perhaps when you prove you have enough time for the role and can do it well, then perhaps your title may be restored with Mirina's consent. Until then, too bad.

Governor Spencer, I congratulate your province with the efficient and speedy construction of the northern wall!

I would also like to welcome Valar to the Senate! Hail, Lords of Gondor!

On a final note, I am announcing that Arnor's monetary system will be based on a silver standard and the primary currency will be the 1 Celeb coin. The 1/100th unit will be announced as soon as possible (when I figure out how to say it ;) )

[Kyrè]

Sorry Beleg. I asked you before I 'substituted' if you wanted to rule. You said 'no thanks', rembember??

This could take some getting used to!! O gosh. I am Queen! And I have support!! Usually I am dismissed with any requests with a wave of a hand. Beleg, you may govern the area in the north. I have not yet named it. If you would like you can name it. Anira may rule alongside you. She will not get an area of her own. As far as I am concerned, she may have the Title of Queen Mother. I do not think she has yet gotten used to the idea of not ruling. When she does get used to it she may rule. But for now, I am the only Monarch of Lothorien.

[Snaga]

Emporer, I would like to make an official request for permission to send a trade delegation to your great marketplace, on behalf of the Grey Mountains. (Although business seems slow in that place!)

My thanks

[Elbereth]

Snaga you bring up a very valid point about trade which I would like to expand upon.

Trade in Middle Earth has overall become sluggish, although production in almost all the lands of Arnor have remained steady. This surplus of goods has placed a very heavy toll on the general economy of the lands. The disposable income of the people have decreased in the last fiscal quarter due to this surplus, causing their spending habits to lessen in recent months.

My suspicion, is that shipment of goods has been held up. However, I do not have substantial proof, as of yet. My proposal is to create a subcommittee amongst the current governors of the Senate to investigate this growing problem so that we may find a resolution.

[Ciryaher]

You may form this commision, governor...if there are no objections, I would like to enact free trade in Arnor:

1) Any country may trade with Arnor with no tariff. No weapons or parts with which to make weapons may be brought across Arnorian/Gondorian borders.

2) Trade between Gondor and Arnor, and the provinces of each is free of tariff or restriction

[Kyrè]

No objections here, Lord Ciryaher

[Aredhel]

No objections.I also wish, if it may be allowed, to trade with Lothlorien.

[Kit Baggins]

It's fine with me :) .

[Kyrè]

Yes, Aredhel, you may trade with Lothorien... it would be good for Middle Earth.

[Aredhel]

Excellent. We have have gems and fruit(peaches), which ever one you want.

[Mithrandir]

A little late, but I have no objections Ciryaher.
~Mithers

[Kyrè]

The fruit will be wonderful. How about this for a trade-

100 trunks of our finest trees for 200 bunches of fruit?

[Elbereth]

A messenger walks into the Senate bearing a parchment scroll which bears the official seal of Earhwesta, and hands it to Governor Elbereth.

*Elbereth breaks the seal, unrolls the parchment and quietly reads its contents. Suddenly, Elbereth expression turns to shock and disbelief*

"Holy Eru! I've got to leave!" Elbereth says, interupting Marina's talk of fruit trade.

"I appologize Cir, but my people are in trouble. I must leave immediately. My appologies to the Senate."

Elbereth then bolts out of the room...dropping the scroll in her hurry.

Ciryaher then picks up the dropped scroll and reads it to his great dismay.

The Scroll's contents is as follows:



Dear Governor Elbereth of Earhwesta:

Your presence is greatly needed upon the northern borders of Earhwesta. It is with a saddened heart that I must inform you that the village of Meltestasia has been taken siege by a band of renagades who have claimed it for their own. Many unwilling townsfolk have been driven from their lands, their homes burned, and their crops mangled. We have dispatched a militia from the capital in Eargond, although their arrival will not be for three days time.

Therefore, your immediate return is urgently required.

With much respect,

- Hallas Emerie, Mayor of Meltestasia

[Ciryaher]

"Renegades?!" the Emperor roared, "I'll stand for no such thing; 5 legions of troops will be sent immediately to quell this insurrection."

[Valar]

*Valar looked after Elbereth with dissmay on his face* " I hope she'll be ok" *He said to himself*

"A census of Gondor is now underway, and soon i shall have detailed report of all Gondors pronvices, subjects and military."

"I am also pleased to inform the senate that in recent talks with King Mormegil of the White mountains, we have formed an military alliance, and trade shall soon be comencing with him."

"If anyone would like to become an Govenor of Gondor please inform me"

[Kyrè]

That is certainly an emergency... and my name is not Marina...

[Kyrè]

A monster? What good will that do us?

[Ecthelion]

Nain wlaks into the Senate. Everyone was yelling and fighting over what to do and they all stop and look at Nain. HE says "Ummm....Hi, I'm the new governer of The Hills of Andrast."

[Kyrè]

Welcome, Nain. Come sit beside me...

[Ciryaher]

Ciryaher bows, "Greetings, Governor Nain of Andrast."

"I am reassigning militia from the Shire, Mithlond, and Cardolan to assist in the trouble at Meltestastia. I may have need of the army for a celebration I am planning, so they will be drilling for military parades and such."

[Ecthelion]

Nain walks over and sits by Mirina. He says "It is an honor ot be with you all." A scraggly old dwarf comes in. He has many parchments, about 10. Nain looks at all of them. He chooses 2, gives them to the dwarf and throws away the rest. The dwarf scurries out. Mirina asks "What was that about?" "Oh, that was just my outlines for the 2 fortresses I am making in and below the Hills. I am glad to see I learned something from the orcs when I was part of Kazum."

[Kyrè]

Wonderful!! Finally, someone here has got their wits about them...

[Aredhel]

"Yes, that would be good. We could use some wood from Lothlorien in our bow making. I'll send some out right away."

She turnes to Nain,"Welcome Governor Nain." She bows slightly.

"That is bad, indeed,"she mumbles to herself on the matter concerning Elbereth.

[Kyrè]

Excuse me, Aredhel? You will send for some wood? I can give you wood, but I am the Queen, right?? Just a little confused...

[¤-Elessar-¤]

I would ask that all trading between other nations and D-T-S or Lothlorien be carried out in the 'elven alliance', or 'treatises and construction' threads. To make it easier to track.

[Kyrè]

Ok. So, what else shall we discuss? The War in Lothorien? I really do not know.

[Aredhel]

There's a war in Lothlorien still?

And Mirina, I meant I will send some fruit out.

[Kyrè]

sorry, Aredhel. Please begin the trade.

Yes, there is a war in Lothorien. Currently a race of, well, machines, has taken over Lothorien. I was at another senate when this happend, so i was not able to defend myself and my country. I am currently fighting my way back in to the country to the source of this misery and trying to keep myself alive...

[Ciryaher]

I would like to announce that Arnor, Rohan, Dor-Taur-Sir, and Gondor (so far) have decided to throw a military celebration in honor of the new royalty. There will be parades, demonstrations, exhibitions, and weapon trading amongst the usual feasts. All of Arnor's regular forces will be attending to increase the glory of the parade upon the Pelennor.

[Kyrè]

In honor of me? or others? Just wondering...

[Ciryaher]

'Twood be mainly for King Valar and Queen Elbereth, but you may attend if you wish. You will of course be recognized if you come *smiles*

[Eomer Dinmention]

Yes I will be there. That is also why i mustered my men lol

[Mormegil]

Lord Ciryaher, I will also be in attendance.

[Aredhel]

Maybe I will come. *sends out a messenger back to Rivendell*The fruit shall arrive in a couple of months.
*stands up*
I suppose we can let this matter of Lothlorien rest for a few 'days' and enjoy ourselves at this fair. But I do not want to wait any longer. I hate to see elven people suffer and die while we discuss this in the a Senate! If I may, Lord Ciryaher, and all present here today, including Queen Mirina, I wish to send a force of elven archers to the aid of Lothlorien. You did not appoint me Governor and Senator for nothing. I wish to see Lothlorien freed from these terrors.*takes a deep breath because she said all this in one breath*

Excuse me for speaking out of turn, my Lord*sits down*

[¤-Elessar-¤]

In more specifics, there will be an archery expadition made by the elves, many specifics are not worked out yet, but it seems that the show will be mildly acrobatic and extremely challenging. This is for show only, and will not have much audience participation. Swordplay is also expected from the elven warriors.

There will be a tracking challenge made by the hunters of the southern woods. They will be blindfolded and have wax-filled ears. Using only their senses and intuition to capture the player(who will pay a small fee to play the game). Anyone who successfuly evades the woodsman for ten minutes will receive onen-half of the money that has been raised.

There will also be wrestling matches by the Beornings, who are expected to wrestle as bears.

[Mithrandir]

I will most assuradly be attending, with the beautiful Talierin. I shall also bring the Mithril Knights.
~Mithers

[Ecthelion]

I'm coming

[Ciryaher]

Note: I am starting a thread in the RPG forum for the celebration, since adventures may follow.

It's been a while since the last census, so here it is. The military has been expanded and modified...no more cavalry.

Provincial Breakdown
Arthedain---------151,350
Cardolan----------105,630
Mithlond/Himling----96,950
The Shire----------30,180
Rhudaur------------28,510
Eregion/Imladris----19,240
Angmar------------16,575
Breeland-----------12,290
Ëarhwesta----------8,420
Forolossë-----------4,430

Total-------------473,575

Military Strength
Professional
Infantry------------49,000
**Sword-----------20,000
**Halberd----------12,000
**Axe/Heavy-------12,000
**Foot Archer-------5,000
Praetorian Elite------1,000
Provincial Militia
Infantry-----------15,000

Total--------------65,000

[Valar]

Census:

Provincial Breakdown:

Gondor - 500,492
Minas Tirith (And surrounding Areas) - 132,324
Lebennin - 112,089
Andrast - 29,034
Belfelas - 86,973
Anorien - 71,983
Anfalas - 75,089

Military Strength:

Provincial Militia - 16,000 Infantry
750 Cavalry

Professional- Infanty 54,100
**Sword 24,100
**Foot archers 10,500
**Heavy Infntry 11,020
**Spear 8,480
Cavalry 14,345
**Knights 75
**Paladins 45
**Heavy Cavalry 10,200
**Light Cavalry 4005
Total - 85,195

[SpencerC18]

Spencer enters the Senate, bows to Emperor Ciryaher, and takes his seat.

Lord Ciryaher, please excuse my absense in these halls. I have been drawing up plans for a watch tower on the island in the bay.

After the building of the wall, my people have focused on agriculture.

Here are items we have to trade:

-Beef
-Wheat
-Lumber
-Fish

Our food stocks are rising and we presently have:

-2000 lbs. of Beef
-500 Bushels of Wheat
-3000 lbs. of Lumber
-6000 lbs. of fish

Also, I would like to lend any help I can to the insurrection in Earthwesta or in the war in Lothlorien.

With your permission as soon as our population reaches 5000 I would like to train troops.

By the way the small village consisting of 457 dwarves has declared intentions to join my province.

And if I can lend aid to any governor please tell me.

Spencer takes his seat among the senators.

[Kit Baggins]

*Kit rises*

I wish to help with the war in Lothlorien. The Shire has three hundres militia, which I will deploy to aid Mirina, if you will permit it, Lord Ciryaher.

*Kit bows, and sits back down*

[Ecthelion]

Nain rises and says to Valar "Lord Valar if there are any more places that need governing I will fit those spots for you."

[Ciryaher]

*shakes his head solemnly*

I advise Proconsul Valar to abstain from giving multiple governorships to single people. Instead, you should take command of the provinces with out governors; it is your right, and I think it would be best.

That is my advice, anyways *grins*

[Elbereth]

Suddenly, the door to the room burst open and a tired messenger staggers in. He is dressed in the official empirial robes of Earhwesta...but this is barely distiguishable since he is covered in soot and travel dust. He then crosses the room and presents Emperor Ciryaher with a parchment scroll that is waxed sealed with Elbereth's star seal of Valinor.

Ciryaher takes the parchment and then excuses the messenger. He then unravels the scroll, scans the page and shakes his head solemnly... he then proceeds to read it aloud:

"Dear Ciryaher and fellow members of the Senate,

The trouble in Earhwesta is greater than we feared. Upon arriving in the village of Meltestasia, I found it to be a ravaged and ruined land. Nearly all the buildings have been leveled, hundreds have been killed, and the surviving inhabitants are scattered, hungry and homeless. I also must report with a heavy heart that the Mayor of Meltestasia and his cabinet have been assasinated.

Recently, I have established a team who is investigating this tragedy, but so far our information has been inconclusive. However, I do not believe that this is not a singular act. The renegades, are linked to a force much larger and stronger than originally thought. Several sources have informed me that Orcs from the Dark Legion were amongst the renegades and were responsible for much of the destruction in the village. I fear that Meltestasia will not be the last village that is attacked. It has been reported that the renegades had moved on north into Mithlond, but we have not heard any new reports for three days. Therefore, I encourage the Governor of Mithlond to takes proper precautions and I encourage all the Governors to be aware of an approaching threat.

In the meantime, I have set up camps for many of the surviving inhabitants...and thanks to the reinforcements from Eargond and Arnor, we have enough food and supplies to last for a few weeks. However, more assistance is needed.

I will be eagerly awaiting your prompt reply.

Respectfully yours,

Governor Elbereth of Earhwesta "

[Snaga]

A tall dark figure silently enters, and bows to Emperor Ciryaher and to the assembled senators.

'Your majesty. I come from the East, as envoy from the Dark Legion. I was sent at the behest of Lord Goroth, and Lord Gonnilclaur for it comes to their ears that some have said that the rebellion in your provinces is the work of the Dark Legion. This is not true, and it disappoints me that Lady Elbereth is absent from the Senate at this time, for of a surety she would be able to name those who have spread this deception.

'However if there is some way in which we may assist you in this troubled hour, it would be pleasure to render such a service.'

[¤-Elessar-¤]

A dark figure rises from a bench along the wall of the chamber. He walks past the messenger of Mornclaur without paying any heed to him. He approaches the Emporer. He speaks in a muffled, but audiable, voice. "Milord Ciryaher, I shall go and see to the situation in Earhwesta, if you wish to send a man who can end this lunacy. If you wish, I shall bring a fleet of warships from the havens, and they may be filled with some thousand or so infantry, to bring military rule to the cities of the province before the renegades strike again.

[Aredhel]

*She rises from her seat*

Once again, I must speak, Emperor Ciryaher, on the behalf of these renegades and the war in Lothlorien. It saddens me to hear news of the happenings in Earhwesta, and as you are above me in title, and status, I beg permission to send reinforcements and supplies with them, to the aid Lady Elbereth. And I wish, also, my lord, that I send some of my archers to Lothlorien. I have heard that they need all the help they can recieve. I will go myself to help that people, for you have not appointed me Senator and Governor for nothing. Like all Senators here, I wish for peace.

*sits down*

[Aredhel]

*stands once again*

I have something else I wish to announce. I am leaving Middle-earth, the last of the Noldor from across the sea. I leave for Valinor, the blessed realm. I will formally hand over my titles on the day that I shall leave. I will be embarking on what will be my last tour of Middle-earth.

*sits back down*

[Ciryaher]

These are dark tiding indeed...

*sits for a moment in thought*

*addresses the representative of Mornclaur*

Hasty accusations will be weighed in due time. For now, be content and await my decision.

*addresses Aredhel*

It grieves me to see one such as you depart. There are so few noble Eldar remaining in Middengeard, and if there was anything to convince you to not take this path, you need but name it.

For the moment, send what help you will to whomever you wish.

*turns to Elessar*

Yes, you shall go to the aid of Earhwesta with the militia you can spare.

*addresses everyone present*

We are coming to dark times, my friends. While the sun sets on golden fields of harvest, I see burning and death. While the flowers are blooming and the birds singing, I see shattered dreams and skeletal remains. We will all need to remain true to our cause, and stalwart in spirit. That is all I will say for now.

[Valar]

*Valar Sits Quiet Distraught at this news and thinks Elbereths Safety.*

"Gondor shall send 500 light Cavalry, 100 heavy, headed by 10 of my best and most trusted knights, to the Aid of Arnor.
"All Provincial Militia are in a state of high Alert"

*At the theses words One of Valars Men walks out of senate to prepare the troops he's sending*

[Aredhel]

*She addresses one of her messengers*
Ride back to Rivendell and inform them that I will be arriving back there. Upon the day of my arrival, troops will be gathered, and we will march to the aid of Earhwesta, myself included. Tell the general to rally troops to the aid of Lothlorien.

*she turns back to the Senate*
I intend fully to ride out there with who I'm sending.

[¤-Elessar-¤]

The dark man (not Elessar, mind you!, read the RP profile) saluted the Emporer and turned on his heals. He marched out the door. Took the quickest pass through the hills and came to the tributary to the Lhun. There he sailed down to the grey havens and began to make a fleet. (should'nt this be an RP? or will reports just come to the senate)

[Kyrè]

I am gladdend by your sudden act of genorosity. Your help is most appreciated. Currently we have discovered that this evil force are a bunch of machines! We are not certain that they are robotic, but if they are, something must be contolling them. No machine is smart enough to pull the tactical maneuvers that these machines are pulling off.

Valar, I wish with all my heart and mind that I could spare troops to go with your wife to protect her. But, currently that is not possible. I also wish for her safe arrival.

[Lorien]

Mirina- Not to sound rude but MACHINES!!! This is ME, the land of Elves and Men and Hobbits. How can there be machines? And machines that are taking over Lothlorien? Thats high-class A.I. intelligence, we don't even have that stuff in the 20th century. I'm sorry to say that machines running around in ME is crazy.

[Kyrè]

No. Seriously. Ask Elgee, Elessar, Glory. It's even a thread!! RPG Wizdom's army. I'm serious.

It may not be machines. And it may not even be High class AI. Something might be controlling it.

[Ciryaher]

ooc: I am quite against any idea of anything resembling automata or robots. Machinery is almost nonexistant at this point in time. Whatever the RP may say, as far as Middle-Earth politics are concerned, it is orcs or some other invader of non-silly origin.

[Aredhel]

Lord Ciryaher, five hundred elven archers have left Rivendell and are heading to Earhwesta under the command of one of the Generals. They should arrive in a while.

[¤-Elessar-¤]

ooc: Cir, it was a misunderstanding on someones part. I said that they had 'war machines'- reffering to catipults and such. They took it as the soldiers we were fighting were machines.

*A letter arrives

Emporer-
I have done as I deemed neccesary. I have taken 1/2 of my provincial militia onto fifteen warships. As I write this we are raising anchor from the haven. I estimate that the ships will arrive in a day and a half, sometime around noon by the position of the moon. We are set to arrive at the mouth of the brandywine, not quite up as far as the capitol. My scouts have reported that the renegades have left the capitol of Earhwesta and now move northward, tward my own province. I have moved the rest of the militia to the southern side of lord Telchar's realm. I do not beleive that they would take the rout past the Shire, since it is so close to the capitol.

Lord Governor of Mithlond and Himling

[Elbereth]

As Elessar's Messenger leaves the Senate, a young boy, dressed in a white broad cloth shirt and denim britches races into the meeting room. He is evidently the son of a Mariner, and from his fair skin and ruddy red hair one can instantly identify him as a native of the small costal town of Eargond in Earhwesta.

Catching his breath...he struggles to get his words out.

"I'm...*pant*...I'm... *pant*...I'm here to see Governor Elbereth Gilthoniel. *pant* I've come with a message from the Mayor of Eargond."

He then leans against a nearby table, trying his best not to fall over with exhaustion.

[Kyrè]

I am sorry for the misunderstanding... for I did not really grasp the concept. Some ruler I'm turning out to be, huh.

[Aredhel]

She had jumped when the young man had run in, and now she rose and helped him to a chair.

"What is the problem? Governor Elbereth is gone. I beleive she is in Melstasia in Earhwesta."

She turns to Mirina," I have sent another five hundred archers from Rivendel. Where do you want them to go?"

[Kyrè]

STOP!! Don't send them through the country! Your forces are not enough. Go around to meet us... We are on the eastern coast.

[Ciryaher]

Who's on the East Coast?

Aredhel, I suggest you recall your archers to defend Rivendell and Eregion. There's no telling where these pirates will hit next.

I have no choice but to recall the Army of Arnor to put down this rebellion. I will begin my move immmediately.

[Elbereth]

The boy looks up at Aredhel, desparation written clearly on his freckled face.

"Elbereth must be told...Eargond is in danger. Renegades came by dark ships a fortnight ago, and is holding the town ransom. All of our men, save the Mayor, had gone only two days past to aid Meltestasia when they arrived. The town was defenseless. I just barely made it out of the city alive. They barricaded it soon after. I must find Governor Elbereth...I have to give her the mayor's note...she must be warned! My mother and three sister's depend on it!"

The young boy's eyes were wide with terror and anticipation.

[Aredhel]

If they set out the day after they recieved my orders, they should be across the Brigde. I will send out more orders for the general to set up camps around the valley. As for those who I sent out for Lothlorien, I will recall as you bid me to do, and set up more camps the length of Eregion, up to the Gates of Moria. Several hundred I will send out to the East coast, to aid the Queen of Lothlorien. I will send out another summons, throughout the whole of Eregion, and recruit more elves, for the militia, as I deem we do not have enough. I have not taken a look at the new census. And, with your permission, Lord, I need to set up a trade with dwarven kingdom for more weapons, or I will purchase the needed supplies from them. Where should I go, to get the needed wood for the camps I intend to set up?

*she looks around at the gathered Senators before calling a messenger to her side. She writes a note on a piece of parchment that was on the table...*

General Nevfenion,

At the news told to me at the Senate, I order you to return your men to Rivendell and set up camps on the North, East, South, and West borders, and patrol them. See that every stranger not be allowed admittance to the valley, unless the message they bear is of great importance. I place you in charge of the affairs of the valley, until my return. Your second in command has left with more archers for Lothlorien. Send out a command that they are to positon camps up to the gates of Moria and patrol the whole region of Eregion. Foul news is afoot. I trust that you will obey my command.

Govenor Aredhel Ar-Fieniel

*she gives the messenger the note and he runs out of the chamber. She turns to the boy*

Perhaps you should get your rest. With our Lord's permission, we will send a messenger back, to seek out your Govenor.

*she looks to Ciryaher for permission*

[Ciryaher]

Governor Aredhel, you may trade with the dwarves of Zirak Kazhad, but not those of Mornclaur. As for messengers, give the message to one of the runners of the Quick Post and they will relay it promptly.

[Aredhel]

Right away. In which direction is Zirak Khazad?

[Snaga]

The envoy from Mornclaur stirs.

'What is this reference to the Eastern shore? Either you are confusing your geography, or you refer to the lands of Mornclaur.

Now of course, this decision to not trade with the dwarves of Mornclaur is very interesting, and one that might be construed as an affront. Of course, you might have made it a question of practicality, since the Blue Mountains and the Misty Mountains are closer. But you did not. How should I interpret this?'

[Ciryaher]

"Take it as you may, envoy of Mornclaur. I deem the Ered Mithrim politically unstable still, and I would rather trade with dwarves that stick to their morals and do not take orcs and trolls into their ranks.

Also, I too would like to know of what "East Coast" you have repeatedly referred to. As far as I know, that is on the far side of Mornclaur, and to be sure, I doubt Mirina has any conflict or forces over there."

[Aredhel]

I am just confused right now, Cir. How am I supposed to send forces over there if I do not know where to send them? Can someone help me with my geography?

I would like to know where these places are. And Cir, I sent the message by the Quick Post back to Governor Elbereth.

The archers that were supposed to go to Earhwesta have been recalled. They arrived back in Rivendell, and are setting up camps on the borders.

The ones that were supposed to go to aid Mirina have also been recalled and it will be a few weeks before they reach the Gates of Moria.

[Snaga]

The envoy of Mornclaur is listens carefully.

'We have, you may be interested to hear, no longer any orcs or trolls in the dwarven citadels to the north-east. We too are aware of the ancient animosities between their kinds, and feel sure both would prefer it this way.

As for the Ered Mithrin, I am sure you know they are not part of Mornclaur and nor are they home to dwarves. If you see signs of instability in that land, it is not apparent to us, but it is an interesting statement nevertheless and I will consider carefully from where such tidings may have come to you.'

[Aredhel]

She listens to their conversation.

"Refresh my memory, please, Ered Mithrin is the White Mountains, right? Or is it the Blue Mountains?"

[Ciryaher]

"The Ered Mithrim are the Grey Mountains in the north, Senator Aredhel.

Envoy of Mornclaur, return to your lord and tell him that I will not trade with the new, northernmost provinces. With Mordor, Khand, and Harad, yes as always--but not the north."

Ciryaher nodded to show that he was finished speaking, and the discussion was at an end.

[Aredhel]

"Thank you," she adds," I have given you reports on what is happening around Rivendell and Eregion so far. Any suggestions on what do now? Should I still send some archers out to Earhwesta? It pains me now because I cannot help."

[Ciryaher]

Since the Army of Arnor comes from all provinces, your people are represented in whatever battle arises *smiles*

My army is passing through the Gap of Rohan and will be heading directly for Lond Daer to prepare for a counterstrike.

[Kyrè]

We are located to the northwest, near Gwathgaya.

[Ciryaher]

Our forces are currently passing through the Arandor province of Gondor, and we should arrive in Lond Daer by sunset...we will strike the renegades most likely tomorrow.

[¤-Elessar-¤]

(Sorry, been gone for a few days)

Emporer-

By some false chance of luck or some slacking of certain crew members we have missed the river that would had taken us to the capitol. The currents flowing south are currently too strong to resist, and there is no turning around. Judging from the rather aged map on board I can see that there is another river with some kind of docks in it. Some of my crew say that there is now some kind of city there. We expect to land there in half a day. I will send this letter ashore with a runner,now, and would think that it would reach you in near to one day's time.

-Governor of Mithlond

[Aredhel]

I sent a few more, all that I can spare, to where you are, Mirina.

(Cir)So some of my people are with you right now?

[Snaga]

The envoy of Mornclaur rises and bows politely, a faint smile plays across his lips.

'Indeed I will depart with your message, Emperor. But your lands appear beset with unruly foes. Is it safe to travel? And which of your borders is open?'

[Ciryaher]

"We are not in danger of anarchy, but we are indeed tested in our newly-goverened provinces.

If you follow the Greenway south to Tharbad, and then take the Arandorian Highway, that will take you to the nearest open border with Rohan."

[Aredhel]

I have placed my General in charge of Rivendell and I am going to ride down to survey the camps being built and make sure everything is going as planned. Who is the ruler of Zirak Khazad?

[Ciryaher]

Lord Telchar is the ruler of Zirak Kazhad.

My forces have crossed the Loudwater and are making a 5-fronted attack on the pirate positions in Earhwesta.

[Ciryaher]

A report on the battlefront informs me that our forces have made a leaguer across Earhwesta and are closing in on Eargond. If all goes well, we should be in Meltestastia between 3 and 5 days.

Also...

This is an Imperial Role-Call. All Governors (excepting Elbereth, since she is away on business) MUST report with their name and the province which they govern in a format such as this:
Ciryaher/Arnor

You have 4 days to respond, or you will be removed from office and a replacement will be found.