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Earlier this week, Vesperians were spotted showing Covians just what they thought of their double standards. Supposedly ‘free’ Covians have been teaming up with Trinsic and all other Royalist forces (anyone notice how friendly they were with Yew a few weeks back?) and finally someone has put them in their place.
After ruining the Covian barracks, they set upon some of the Covian guards and made their stand. About time I say! Finally, in a great act of freedom, the Vesperians declared Cove as South Vesper and showed the Covians the way out!
(An artists interpretation of events are shown below - ) Yew is balding! If the trees fall, will the swamp rise?
The Yewish Militia are being frowned upon for their constant chopping and hacking into the lush forests of Yew. Some local citizens of Yew are saying that the militia are happily going to hack away at the forests until there is nothing left! Many fear that Yew will return to its former swampy days! Many citizens remember the days when the terrifying swamp beasts used to attack their buildings and sometimes murder their friends, the citizens’ claim that they would rather see the tyrant Lord D'Gar strung up, than the swamps of Yew return! However the tyranny under D'Gar is another matter entirely. Should we really stand by and watch a thing of such beauty torn asunder under our very noses?
Reliability in unreliable times Britannia Guards still saving the world, even when others are breaking it.
It would seem that whilst the rest of the world bickers and battles away, the Britannia Guards are quietly working for a better tomorrow. With their patrols having been spotted defending Nujel'm and Feluccan caravans, it is reassuring to see that no matter what might take place our faithful Britannia Guards can always be relied upon to be quietly protecting the innocent away from the public eye. They're not in it for the fame or fortune readers, they're in it because it's what they signed up to do.
Odd structure found in Trinsic Can it get any stranger than some of the citizens houses around it?
Seems so..
Covian Caravan Recovered! Orcs found to be not so tough!
[Report by Raiden Morana] Led by:
Raiden, Grenadier Captain.
Attended by:
Hoagie, Sergeant.
Marcus Tel'var, Junior Guardsman.
Justice Forum, Watchman.
Takeamada, Watchman.
Alex Vericious, Guardsman Recruit.
Crest Turelli, Guardsman Recruit.
Noxarion, Guardsman Recruit.
Dawn, Duchy Captain.
Goober, Duchy Squire.
Alusair, Duchy Guardswoman
The guardsmen that returned from the cleansing of Humility in Ilshenar replenished their supplies and replaced their armour then lined up in front of the barracks along with a detatchment of Duchy forces. They were to transport a consignment of
"Covian Spa", fresh Covian spring water by caravan to aid the Duchy during it's drinking water crisis.
However it transpired that the Covian peasants who had been bottling the spring water had been slaughtered by orcs and the kegs and bottle filled crates of
"Covian Spa" had been looted and taken to the orc fort.
Nothing is ever straight forward observed one of the Duchy guardsmen and so the allied forces of Cove and Trinsic headed to the orc fort. They battled their way inside the fort searching from room to room for the precious stolen spring water. At last the cargo was located at the orc docks and carrying it as best they could the brave group battled their way back out of the fort leaving a swathe of dead and dying greenskins behind them as they made for Cove town.
With the guardsmen regrouped and a pack mule purchased the party at last headed through the shire enroute to the Minoc portal from where they would reach Trinsic. The caravan and escort kept their wits about them at all times, but apart from a few roaming ogres and undead there was no threat and the goods were delivered safely to the Duchy authorities.
Duke Irvyn had kindly arranged for refreshments to be served by the staff of the Trinsic Rose tavern to the road weary Covian and Duchy guardsmen upon their arrival. Meanwhile Grenadier Captain Raiden Morana and Isidore, the Duke's son, oversaw the handing over and safe storage of the
"Covian Spa" spring water, before heading to the bar for refreshments.
Thus concluding another favourable endeavour between the city states of Cove and Trinsic, a most unlikely yet formidable alliance.
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Public Notices: 
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Citizens Beware !
Strange zombie like creatures covered in fungal growths have been attacking citizens and animals in and around Trinsic.
Although we don't know for certain what has caused these new forms of zombie to appear, it is suspected to be connected to the recent deadly growths around Trinsic.
One popular theory suggests that they were livng humans who came into contact with some form of fungi which then infected their minds and began to take over their bodies.
No one has yet discovered the source of these 'Fungi Zombies' although recent sightings suggest they come from somewhere in the North East of the Trinsic area.
Although the Fungi Zombies do seem to be quite weak if you do happen to spot one please alert the town guards so they can kill and dispose of the corpse.
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Britannia Guardsmen have relocated their headquarters to just outside Britain, on the doorstep of Altmere, the Covian province. With Vespers new reign over Cove (sorry South Vesper) what will it be known as? Will they have to relocate once more?
Covian Captain's marriage to the beautiful Flina Trix fell through recently, and this reporter has discovered the real reason. Flina told us “he was not 'up' for the task!” We wish her luck in finding someone able to satisfy her.
Around Yew, it’s been heard that yet another love triangle has formed, Timothy Young and Kevin Longshot seem to be at odds for the affection of a Footman, Kyra Hacke. Speaking of Kevin Longshot and love triangles, until recently he was engaged to Miss Holly Swayne, yet shortly after the arrival of Hacke she disappeared only to return recently battered and bruised. Did Kyra do away with her to get her claws into Kevin? We’ll keep you informed as this unravels!
Unlucky in love, Trinsic rose 'sweetheart' Gwen is rumoured to have taken a vow of celibacy after being abandoned by her recent lover, Mordred of Kaldor.
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Letters
Unfortunately our letter box still remains empty, how I looked forward to a pile of hate-mail to sort through on my return. Let’s get those love, hate, or just general letters coming in soon! - G.G ----------------------------------------------
An interview with…
Due to the high volume of activity from Vesper we’ve decided to scrap this month’s interview with controversial drwo and instead bring you:
An interview with Captain Escaflowne!
Gretcha: Getting straight to the point, why have Vesper have taken over Cove?
Escaflowne: Well it was agreed with Cove that we needed to unite if we were to finally defeat the barbaric Yewians and since Cove were floundering we invited them to join the Republic. Knowing what was good for them they accepted. Now we have the resources of South Vesper to use in the fight against D’Gar and their citizens will finally have a trained military to protect them.
Gretcha: What is your next move, any future plans?
Escaflowne: Obviously pushing Yew out of West Vesper is our most immediate plan but we’ll be holding talks with Trinsic soon too and offering them an opportunity to join us and the Republic’s fight against Yewish tyranny.
Gretcha: Baronial elections, who do you think will win?
Escaflowne: Well Heath’s the only man in the running isn’t he? So he’s bound to win.
Gretcha: Is Heath the right man for the job do you think?
Escaflowne: It depends really, if he ditches that slapper he’s engaged to he might be a success but we all know Heath will never have the balls to put his career before that tart.
Gretcha: So speaking of women, is there anyone special in your life at the moment?
Escaflowne: Not really, my heart is still with Ria’hnon
Gretcha: Thank you for your time
Escaflowne: Cheers
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!!!Vesper Baronal Elections!!!
Due to the resignation of Baron Deacon Van Cocidious, the elections will come early this time round. The elections will take place on Sunday 1st June at 8pm UK time at Vesper Town Hall where two booths will be open to vote in.
Anyone can run for baron but only Vesparian citizens and folk associated with Vesper such as traders will be allowed to vote. The folk associated with Vesper will need official papers that will need to be shown when they vote. These official papers can be obtained from Escaflowne the Captain of the Militia, you can contact him via pidgeon on 136-016-357
If you wish to run for Baron please make it known by replying to this thread. Within this reply you should state what you can offer Vesper and the details of your campaign which you can add too over the period before the elections. You will have until Sunday 1st of June to win the votes of the public!
When? Sunday 1st June 8pm UK Time
Where? Vesper Town Hall (Located East from The Swaggers Inn)
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What’s on? Tonight – Be a barmaid/barman for the evening! Where? The Kings Deer Tavern, Yew
When? 8PM
More details? Contact Bladius Dart pigeon number 125-548-430
Trinsic Rose Tavern Where? Trinsic, Elven Quarter
When? 7.00pm Gmt/3.00Pm Est onwards
More details? Contact Gwen pigeon number 122-488-731