Announcement from Captain-General Del'Rosa
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Del'Rosa returns to the city after succesful initial assault on the gnolls.
"Citizens of Peltarch. Last night, a small taskforce consisting of the leaders of Peltarch Defenders, the Cerulean Knights, the Troff Legion, Shesae en' i'Seldarine, Spellweaver Keep and the Frost Giants of Coldstone Mountains took over the Gypsy Towers at the Nars Pass.
This is a pre-emptive strike done in self defence - the gnolls were planning an attack on our fair city. Indeed, they already attacked one of our ships.
We have tolerated their banditry on the roads for too long. NO MORE!
We will drive the gnolls back to their damp caves!
In the name of Peltarch, I declare a war on gnolls. May it be short but liberating. Long live the Jewel!
The blonde general lifts his fist up in the air, inspiring the crowd into cheers.
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George nods, agreeeing with Theaon. He seems to appreciate when people don't play around with "what if".
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@1ad67be58c=Wywernywin:
George nods at Theaon's words, trying to pick a question amidst the talk to answer to, as his policy has been to answer only questions.
"Mayors work in some towns, that is true. Does the city have a previous mayor, however? Monarchy has existed in the past, and as such has some legitimacy as form of government.
The decision had to be made during war. The vote has been called for. I ask you, what would the conspiracy theories have been if the choice would have been between senate and a mayor? Or should it have been between a mayor, king, and a mayor? That would bias the vote towards senate, as the votes of those that wish single ruler would get divided. Even more options, then?
I know not answer to your question, General, as I did not call for the election. I only know that I will serve Peltarch the best I can, in whatever form the Jewel's citizens decide our city will exist in."
"I did not mean to imply that there were any conspiracies in only giving voters two options, nor can I speculate on conspiracy theories could or would have happened if things have gone differently here. I'm merely suggesting a third option for folks to consider."
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George nods at Theaon's words, trying to pick a question amidst the talk to answer to, as his policy has been to answer only questions.
"Mayors work in some towns, that is true. Does the city have a previous mayor, however? Monarchy has existed in the past, and as such has some legitimacy as form of government.
The decision had to be made during war. The vote has been called for. I ask you, what would the conspiracy theories have been if the choice would have been between senate and a mayor? Or should it have been between a mayor, king, and a mayor? That would bias the vote towards senate, as the votes of those that wish single ruler would get divided. Even more options, then?
I know not answer to your question, General, as I did not call for the election. I only know that I will serve Peltarch the best I can, in whatever form the Jewel's citizens decide our city will exist in."
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General Theaon Thorn of the Troff Legion, who has remained quiet through much of the gathering, finally speaks
_"While I expect very contrasting points of views on this matter, I do get the sense some of you will be voting against one option rather than voting for one. Those of you who wish to see a monarchy, will you be voting for such because you really favor this option, or rather because of your disdain for the last Senate? There is a lot to think about if you select to become a monarchy. Is it fair to ask George, a married man of many years, to try and give a woman other than his wife a child so there can be a heir? I think that it is very wrong to ask any man to do that regardless of the circumstances. Also, while George may be a good man, we don't know if we can say the same for those would eventually succeed him. Change can be a good thing, but there are also instances where change can be a bad thing. Is this one of this instances? shrugs That is for the voters to decide for themselves. I only advise people do not make knee-jerk reactions.
I cannot ignore the fact though that the last Senate was largely incompetent and did mostly nothing for the better part of three decades. Perhaps a new form of government would indeed be good for Peltarch. But one must ask - why should the people of Peltarch limit themselves to only two options, one being a Senate and the other being a monarch? Maybe there should be a third option.
An elected mayor.
I know - some feel Senators have used strong influences to manipulate elections in the past. Some of you may not want to risk that again with another elected official. But what if the mayor had term limits and had to run for reelection after a certain period of time? That would hold the mayor more accountable, knowing that if he does an unsatisfactory job he will be voted out of office.
Perhaps George here would be a good candidate for mayor. Not because of his lineage to King Tidus, but rather because for much of his life he has lived as a common man like many of you have."_
With that, Theaon steps back and awaits any response
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George listens to Alvaniel, opens mouth to respond to her questions but then sees her leaving already. He shrugs his shoulders and looks to see if there are other questions to be answered.
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@153be64531=Cookiemancer:
… would you prefer martial law or anarchy?
Personally, I'd prefer an election for a new senate as promised.
If that Senate makes a decision on behalf of the people to bring in a monarchy, then they could create a legal framework under which one would operate and then hand their power over to the king.
At least then we don't get the monarchy that Cyricists forced us to have.
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_"Actually no, as I believe had already been said, only the clerics of Siamorphe can detect ones noble bloodline, so no, the most mundane of holy persons cannot see it in them, not even the most extraordinary of holy persons could.
As for the secrecy, I've repeatedly heard those against the idea of a monarchy bring up the threat of Cyricists and then ask why there was secrecy. I would think with such a threat the answer would be self evident, do you really think these cultists would not try and kill this man? That they would allow this choice to happen? It's also been mentioned that one of the members of this cult held the position of Guard General when he murdered Neverith, is it hard to believe he was the only cultist in such a position? As for the war camp, the war camp that I saw was almost constantly under threat, you believe such a place is safe for an elderly man?
And look at this man, this man that you claim would have you beheaded for voicing opinions against him, this man who you insinuate will only care for himself once he enters power, who you claim will allow himself to be a puppet. Listen to his words, actually listen to them with an open mind instead of one seeking conspiracy and tell me that this man will betray the city of Peltarch in such a way.
Ah, and the oft criticized martial law, I would love to hear another option, as there was no senate at the time, almost all senators had been jailed or missing, would you prefer martial law or anarchy?"_
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Alva's speech is followed by a single dwarven "Whoo!" of approval
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So you have this "Divine Blood" running in your veins Correct? I mean if it is such a majestic feat to have, why did your prowess not surface the many, many years before….. mean obviously even the most mundane holy person would have been able to see it in you at least one of the days you have been alive....
And when I was transporting amnd/or escorting the Siamorphean priest to see Del'Rosa, when the question was asked, no answer was given... why all the secrecy.... I mean it is not like this Divine Blood person would not be safe at the war camp or deep inside the castle gates, but then again it would mean there would be no secrecy, no behind the scenes dealing. I mean those who have the power here will still retain it with a puppet... and you know where the hand of the puppet master is when he is running the puppet...
There is no doubt we all know how the vote will come out... it will be by the closest of margins but we will have a new king... Peltarch will be run by an empty glass of water while those who wield the real power will get drunk on the wealth and riches they will accrue... wile not giving two shites about anyone else except for them and their allies....
Cutting trade with Norwick... whose splendid idea was this? What other changes will we expect... will Big Brother be watching us at all times... will we be able to voice our opinions without being arrested? We could voice our opinions against the senate... but a King... that is beheading material...
I do see now why Del'Rosa declared martial law... had to keep everyone quiet and the war just let him advance the plots along nicely....
I had thought Del'Rosa would be more involved in the Defenders... I am without a superior and have no direction now as a private in the Loyal Fist... I think getting the Defenders back in order wold be something to look into... but noooooo, in fact I do not even have access to the Defenders keep or been paid since I joined... give my life for a king or system that really only cares for themselves.... I think not...
Where is General Theaon? she just shrugs her shoulders and leaves Peltarch heading south toward the Legion Tower
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Hrmph! Open about it after the fact, once caught in the act! Deceptive and perverse before! Were I to manhandle you on the stage, I would be arrested, but your priest friends receive the blessings of the general to do it to the populace!
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George looks between the two elves, before he begins to answer their questions.. or rather the question:
"This is how I understand what has happened, and I shall state it in the order it happened:
First, The Gnoll War begins. Del'Rosa declares martial law.
Shortly after this, Del'Rosa discovers that the patrons of bards of the town, Makere family, guard an important secret in their tomb. A party of city officials and adventurers recover a tome of King Tidus' early life within, that also details how he had a son before becoming a king. While leading the war effort and managing the city, Del'Rosa investigates the book and realizes the family still lives on, likely in the city. He then summons the Siamorpheans, as they can Divine Bloodlines.
At this point, the Cyricist faction takes advantage of the war and reveals the senate's full of their puppets.
Having no idea who the heir is, Del'Rosa arranges the Census. While a Census would be needed before the elections he has promised in any case, it is also used to overcome the logistic obstacle of finding the heir.
It is then, at the fifth day of the census, that I am found, and taken to a safehouse. I am not told specifics on what or why, merely that it's for the good of the city.
Del'Rosa questions and monitors me whenever he can. He often had to teleport back to fight the gnolls between these chat sessions. Still, I believe that if he hadn't found me fitting candidate, he wouldn't have told me of my past.
If you ask of my opinion in all of this, I do think he used many methods to cover this from becoming common knowledge. Do I think there was something sinister about it? Absolutely not! I firmly stand by his actions. Some of the best known organizations in the realms that promote the good and freedom of people work through secrets and shadows.
He did his best to try and protect the city from all dangers it was facing. The corrupt senators, the gnolls, those who would take advantage of the chaos. And what does he get in response? Assumptions at the worst possible option possible whilst he lay in the temple battling to retain his life.
The way I see it, there's simply an alternative being offered to the citizens. Both the senate and monarchy can work. The people can decide what they want. How is that a bad thing?"
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Eilonna looks over commenting to Alvaniel
Funny enough, on his own merit, no permissions, no approvals given by anyone but himself, General Del'Rosa took it on himself to have this all done. Then when he was questioned, he fainted after a shouting at Rary.
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A troubled Alvaniel finally speaks up on this topic…
"I have a simple question... whose idea was it to bring in the Siamorphean priests to begin with? I mean if there was not an alternative motive behind trying to bring in a new King... where did the idea spring from? What backroom dealings are we ultimately looking at now?I mean what timing? The existing senators come up missing... the idea for a census... and viola... we find someone with a bloodline back to the original king.... there are coincidences and then there are COINCIDENCES.
Also, just because a person has nobility in their bloodline does not make them noble... and this old man... does he have off-spring? When he dies, and he is an old man, who takes over then? Will another long lost relative appear magically.
Yes the last senate was a waste of time, if you run for senate you are bound to serve Peltarch... if you cannot do that you will be removed and the next senator inline from the last vote takes that position. Being a senator is a privilege not a rite... suck up and do your job... it is not the end of the line to think 'well I am a senator now I can just sit back and do nothing... that is irresponsible...
I for one will offer my resignation from the Peltarch Defenders as I do not support this so-called 'new' bloodline or the realization of the bloodline that has happened to surface out of no where...
Enough of the hand-wringing and hem-hawing... get to the vote let the people decide... you have all let this stew and rise tempers enough now... a war with the gnoll and now maybe a civil war in Peltarch because of this situation... vote and move on... we all know the people have no real voice it is all just what your name is, how much gold you have, land you own and your reputation... if you have all of these your course is set... so we all know where this is going.. so just anoint him as king and by-pass the middle man...
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Looks at Marty, as if expecting her next question already.
"Of course. If an anaurochian nomad wishes to be a fisherman, he should have the right to be one. It might not be possible in the desert, but he should have the right to move to a grand port town, such as ours, and do what's his life's dream.
Not all dreams can be fulfilled, but seeking the means to achieve them is one of the finest points in the adventure of life."
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@9f49e9181c=Wywernywin:
Responds to Marty
"I am against slavery. I do not want it in Peltarch."
nods and smiles, seeming to be happy with the answer
So you believe that people should be free to forge their own destiny?
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Responds to Marty
"I am against slavery. I do not want it in Peltarch."
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Nods a little awkwardly toward Rith, not realizing that she was still talking
What are you views on slavery?
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Rith nods softly
I would need to speak with you in a less public setting about some of the follow up questions, as they touch realms of divine magic that most people aren't familiar with and will just draw the spotlight from more immediately important topics. Besides, the least the enemies of the city know of how this crown functions, the better.
I have no more questions at this time.
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What are you views on slavery?
