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Events in the known world.
This GM post serves to bring news and rumours of what happens in the world. While some events might be vague rumours, twisted by the many mouths that spin the tales into something unimaginable, there are many more occurrences that will impact the clans and nations across the known world. Some events might be orchestrated in secret or openly by nations and clans, in a bid to weaken neighbours or rivals. At the same time, some events are the result of decisions (or lack thereof) in any shape or form.
The current year is 477 ADS,
The current month is July,
This GM post is not without plots and secretive actions of others.~
Events in the known world.
This GM post serves to bring news and rumours of what happens in the world. While some events might be vague rumours, twisted by the many mouths that spin the tales into something unimaginable, there are many more occurrences that will impact the clans and nations across the known world. Some events might be orchestrated in secret or openly by nations and clans, in a bid to weaken neighbours or rivals. At the same time, some events are the result of decisions (or lack thereof) in any shape or form.
The current year is 477 ADS,
The current month is July,
This GM post is not without plots and secretive actions of others.~
* ADS = After the Death of the Sage.
In the West.
[ Wind Country / Sayyadian Kingdom ]
[ Wind Country / Sayyadian Kingdom ]
The Sayyadian counter-attacks have been somewhat successful. Various raiding parties have been successfully put down before they could execute their attacks. Sayyadians operatives have been dispatched and attempted to take out essential and influential Galassians leaders. However, these attempts have met very mixed results, and it can be witnessed as the large horde of Galassians is still venturing forth. Towards the east.
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[ Earth Country ]
These attempts to shift the balance in their favour, with a contingent of Northerner stock mercenaries, have been in suspicious timing. Several attempts have been made on the only son of the late lord Daimyo. The assassinations have all been thwarted but have caused some problems for the Dragon's Servants. Many commoners are horrified by the action, and it seems that the support for the Dragon's Servants is wavering.
The Dragon's Servants claim that these assassination attempts are merely a plot constructed by the opposition to put them in bad daylight.
Not soon after, various villages have been decimated by what is rumoured to be forces of the Dragon Mother.
Altogether, it seems that this civil war hasn't reached a climax or have an end in sight yet.
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[ The Empire of Akino ]
[ The Tokugawa Clan ]
The turbulent situation within the centre of the Empire is continuing. Unrest has been quelled largely for now as the Tokugawa leadership has deployed troops to settlements at the border. This development has reduced the local unrest for a while. The continued work of the Tiger Claws has quieted some of the turmoil. However, the Tokugawa leadership has demanded the Senju to withdraw their troops from their shared border. This demand has given cause for more people to see a nasty consequence. Many, if not all, Tokugawa nobility are behind the demand of Leo Tokugawa.
The Tokugawa has allowed to Uchiha envoy to travel further southwards, allowing them to enter the western sphere of the Senju land for whatever business they have in mind.
Another curious development is the reduction of random violence and murders. The previous violence that has constantly been escaping the Tokugawa security has cooled down. It isn't entirely sure what is going but many locals are happier for it.
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[ The Hyuuga Clan ]
Investigations have started immediately, after the odd silence. It didn't take long after that for several messengers to be found - already decomposing but messengers sent by the Taterari nobility. The discovery has led to unrest in the Taterari region, as ordinary folk are worried about demons creeping in the night. Merchants have been more concerned about these developments, suspecting that it is an increase in banditry. Whatever the cause is, the economy of the region is being affected and suffering already for it. Most are worried that if this isn't resolved soon, it can have dire consequences for the area.
More investigations have been launched since. The local Hyuuga forces have adopted a stricter schedule of patrols and guarding various villages and small towns. A more interesting report has been sent to the Hyuuga brass regarding the messengers and their demise. It seems that each messenger has been shot down with arrows. Some of the messengers had money on them, but that hasn't been taken away. This discovery allowing the dismissal of the theory that banditry has increased in the region due to the unrest. The investigations are still ongoing as preparations are made between the Hyuuga and Unkei leadership to come together for an exchange.
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[ The Senju Clan ]
On the side of the Senju, things have been busy. The Senju have undertaken several actions on their side as well. Aiding wherever they can, the Senju have allowed the Tiger Claws to conduct their investigation and peacekeeping.
Some aren't sure if it is due to the Tokugawa demand, but the Senju have reduced the number of forces with the Tokugawa border. Those that remain are a mixture of Senju troops, aided by their Inuzuka subjects. The specialised units with trained hounds provide extra and well-needed security over the long border and scarce Senju forces. The patrols have even decreased.
An envoy of the Senju has been sighted, travelling northwards around the border of the Tokugawa. Some people speculate that the envoy is heading towards the Uchiha clan - for there is no other possible clan that direction the Senju could request for. But the cold relationship between the two Taika clans has also made some people doubt if this is true.
The presence of the Unkei and their missionaries have managed to gain a calming effect on the local populace. The Senju authority has given the Unkei aid allowance to continue their work - unless they encounter any local that doesn't desire to be aided by their work.
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[ The Cho Clan ]
Festivals are being organised in the name of Ergir, the Chonobi deity of the sea. For the Cho have managed to achieve their ambition of regaining a good fleet of their own. The longships of old have been replaced with sturdier and better vessels. These vessels do bear a resemblance to the Taika galleys that dominate the sea. However, the Cho vessels bear a different style and seem just as seaworthy. With sufficient vessels underneath their command, the Cho have spread the word amongst themselves. They declare that they won't accept a foreign power to dominate their shores. While the Royal Navy of the Empire has acquired some resources they had reserved for building and expanding their fleet, the Cho continue to increase their fleet.
Already, Cho vessels proudly bear their clan's sigil as they head out to the southern waters. Still outnumbered by the Jirian merchants and vessels, the ambition of the Cho clan is becoming clear.
Once their people had mastery over the waves, they now desire to claim a portion of that mastery back.
The Cho clan also has been sending various envoys towards the north. It is unclear which clan or clans seem to be targetted for an exchange. There are speculations that Cho's interest within the Tokugawa-Senju unrest has been piqued. A violent development would see trade becoming difficult between the Cho and Tokugawa. Something that many expect the Cho won't tolerate.
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[ The Fief of Mitsuokan, Riojin Clan ]
The good news has reached the Riojin clan. For word has reached them that the Imperial Crown has listened to the demands of the Omari clan. However, instead of demanding the Riojin to court, the Imperial Crown has rejected the Omari's demands. A small Sworn Swords unit has been sent to investigate the matter, but this is nothing more than to ensure that the Omari nor Riojin will do anything to upset the Imperial peace.
The Imperial fiefdom of Mitsuokan has been prospering further. The local populace has become more friendly to Riojin rule and governance. With the Tamiyo aid, there seems little to trouble the Riojin or their Imperial fief.
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[ The Fief of Matsukotan, Miyazato Clan ]
The Imperial fief of the Miyazato clan has been more lively than most others. The locals have gained an answer to their question regarding taxation on their wealth and resources. The Miyazato have been improving infrastructure, housing and more important matters to help develop the region.
This honest answer seemed to have surprised the locals but in a pleasant fashion. The ordinary folk have even managed to acquire some noble steeds as a gift - bringing some of their wealth together to obtain mounts of noble descent.
Assemblies have been organised by the Miyazato, allowing locals to have a platform to voice their concerns, gain options or even come to an agreement with each other or the governing Miyazato clan. These town hall meetings have provided valuable insight within the Imperial fief for the Miyazato, allowing them to settle various village feuds that have been going on for some years or even decades.
A portion of the locals has agreed to volunteer and undergo the same schooling and training given to the converted Earth mercenaries, to become bailiffs and sheriffs one day.
A messenger has been sent to the Imperial court regarding the precarious situation with the 'Kotaku clan' sudden arrival and occupying one of the largest mines in the area. A prospect report has been presented, just making it out before the 'Kotaku clan' occupation.
Another messenger has been sent to the closest Imperial garrison to provide aid.
For both, a quick response has been given back. The first was the Imperial garrison that is part of the First Imperial Division. Roughly one hundred twenty troops have been sent on horseback to meet up with the Miyazato and strengthen their security quickly.
The word from the Imperial Crown has been short and direct. The Miyazato clan is tasked with ending the occupation of this so-called 'Kotaku clan' and attempt to capture some of them alive. All so that the Imperial Crown can question them and figure out their motives with their resources. Furthermore, the Imperial crown has added a decree to their message. The Imperial fiefdom of Matsukotan is, from now on, permanently owned by the Miyazato clan. This development allowing the Miyazato to govern further and develop the region - as new terms and taxation will be later discussed between the Imperial crown and Miyazato clan.
Despite some of these tensions and concerns, the Miyazato clan has accepted the various marriage proposals of the local nobility. Preparations are being made as various exchanges are still undergoing to discuss how to strengthen the Miyazato clan's hold on the region.
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[ The Fief of Bellenau, Yamanaka Clan ]
The Yamanaka clan has started various projects in their Imperial fiefdom. Investments have been made in housing, agriculture and infrastructure. Both with the fief's income as investing from their coffers, the Yamanaka clan has gained some loyalists in the region.
However, the most curious project has been for the Yamanaka to map out the amount of Yakimara and Taika in the region. The majority turned out to be Yakimara that worship the Vetei but live in peace with the Taika that follow the Way of Fire. As a response, the Yamanaka clan has been prioritizing the needs of the Yakimara locals first. Of course, this has upset the residing Taika, who feel they are put in second place for something they didn't do or can't change. Interestingly enough, the Yamanaka clan has offered these Taika specific schooling to allow them various positions as officials in their villages - where they are with more significant numbers than the Yakimara.
This delicate balancing between keeping their Yakimara brethren content and the residing Taika from growing too unhappy has been a growing concern. Some of the Yamanaka clan have pointed out that such an approach has cost them more than they could profit. However, the leadership of the clan is adamant in their approach and instead focused on other matters.
One of those matters is to send an envoy to Vindex. Nobody is entirely sure why the Yamanaka desire to speak with the Tokugawa. A few people speculate that the Tokugawa-Senju tension might have awakened the Yakimara clans and people, causing them to grow most wary that they will have to pick a side.
However, the known disdain that the Yakimara holds for the Taika people has caused many to reject this theory.
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In the North.
[ The North | Dominion of Lightning ]
[ The North | Dominion of Lightning ]
[ The North ]
A deterrence that is required for it holds most true to the nomadic clans that have sent representatives. Already tension has been raised between various nomadic clans that accuse one or the other of multiple crimes - during the Ranzaki crisis.
Further, the North is undergoing a steadily change. The Daimyo's Guard has undergone a transformation and reformation. This development has some people curious, but nobody has dared to question it - though there are suspicions that the Hojo are behind this reformation to gain a steadier grip on the nation's leadership.
Investments have also been made in various regions. Bridges have been and are under construction to make travel easier. Another change has been that the crown has decreed for estate management. Land not owned by clans is being surveyed and split into sections to receive someone to oversee its development, which means interaction with the settlements and local people spread over this large amount of land.
Another interesting decision from the country's leadership has been in the investment of ships. Both vessels meant for war and trade have been ordered and constructed in various places. Interestingly enough, this has included the Great Clans of the Alaricus and Sanosuke.
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In the South.
[ The Jirou Authority ]
[ The Jirou Authority ]
[ The Jirou Authority]
Various changes have gone through the Jirou Authority as well. The first has been the change of title of the leader. Instead of being referred to as the title of dictator, the leader of the Jirou Authority shall be addressed with a new title of 'Roju'. This change seems small, but most ordinary folk have grown more accepting of this change. Some individuals even would claim that this title change has allowed a more benign image of the previous dictator. A few opponents that reside in the shadows still attempt to remind people of how their current leader has obtained power and his office by shedding his countrymen's blood. However, most people continue with their life.
The country's leadership has started to invest in economic matters. They have decided to send several government officials to look into existing naval jobs. This action meant to set up new naval employment involving a new small fleet escorting vessels that transport wares and whatnot.
A more curious decision of the Jirou Authority has been to send two envoys. One towards the Akinian Empire and another to the Dominion of Lightning. The reasons or nature of these envoys is unknown, but enough speculations are already being formed.
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[ The Three Great Clans ]
The three Great Clans of the Jirou Authority have awakened, as many people would whisper. And these whispers have some merit, for the few assassination attempts have maddened the giants of the Authority. But without a clear culprit other than the vague 'Shadows', the Great Clans are just wary and keep tight security.
Some merchants have expressed slight concern for this tight security as it may harm trade. However, these merchants are few as most don't dare to speak up against the actions of these heavyweights in Jirian politics.
However, one of the Great Clans have opened up slightly and invited the leaders or representatives of the other clans. This clan is the Mizuno clan, who has suffered first at these 'Shadows' hands— inviting the Hayashi as Akechi clan for a serious meeting.
Such a meeting hasn't taken place ever in the history of the archipelago. Many people are curious and afraid of what may come out of such a meeting. For if hostility would spark, it will bear grim consequences for everyone involved. Some people even worry that the Jirou Authority won't do anything if the Great Clans would go on a rampage, seeing the large number of troops deployed eastwards.
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In the East.
[ The Joint-Allied forces ]
[ The Joint-Allied forces ]
[ The Spoils of Balagan ]
The victory at the large fortress of Balagan has allowed the Jirian forces some respite. Aside from expanding further east and bringing more defeats to their Rongese enemy, the Jirian army under general Yuuki has set up shop in the fortress after clearing it of Rongese occupants.
The last of the Rongese resistance was an old priest together with his red-cloaked guard. But the overwhelming number of Jirian forces was the cause for a quick and decisive victory.
The spoils have been interesting. Aside from the luxurious alcoholic beverages and fine food that have been taken until the general's decision on who is getting a share, there have been a few artefacts that are quite strange.
One of these artefacts has been a bone finger engraved in obscure glyphs and signs. The bone finger was located in a small chest, brought in by the remainder of the 13th Imperial Brigade to convince the local garrison that they were actual red-cloaks. The odd artefact seems to hold enough importance that the priest held on to it until its capture. There hasn't been an interrogation yet, for the priest only speaks Rénese, and no order has come from the general yet.
Another artefact has been a mirror. However, when one looks into the mirror, one doesn't see themselves. It has been a confusing item that has made many wary when acquiring it.
The last curious artefact has been a dagger of some dark metal. It has an odd humming whenever someone approaches it. The soldiers, who secured the artefact, reported that they feel miserable and cold when in the presence of the dagger. But now, the artefacts are secured in a small building and guarded sternly by veteran troops.
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