Announcement from Captain-General Del'Rosa
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@26f4ddcef9=Wywernywin:
George frowns at Marty's question, unsure how to answer
"I haven't spells cast upon me, nor do I have any items that I know of that are magical. But I am no expert in that field, and I do not know if King Tidus' legacy would count as magic or not. Perhaps you could help detect that?"
Oh I didn't think to prepare a Detect Magic spell today.
So, in response to questions about an heir, you mentioned "personal sacrifices" and that you would find a "new wife" if you became king.
So, please correct me if I have this wrong; you would cast aside your wife to sit on a throne - a throne you would only be sitting upon because you are a descendant of Tidus - And in doing so effectively destroy your father Tidus's work and every thing he stood for.
Do I have that right?
If so, then my question of you is this; as a king you would be a model for all men in this city to look up to. Inspiration to great deeds, or justification for slackness, will come from what people see in you. When a man considers his oath, a soldier considers his commitment to the city, when a merchant considers whether or not to be faithful to a customer or a deal, when a man considers whether he will be faithful to his own marriage vows … what place do you feel your example will bring them to?
That question was a bit rhetorical. Sorry about that. Of course we all know that a man who doesn't honor his marriage vow can't really be counted upon to honor any pledge he makes.
So a question that maybe you can answer for us. Your father king Tidus, the man who forged this city, do you believe he erred in wisdom when he created the senate and determined that the people should be ruled over by leaders of their own choosing?
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George frowns at Marty's question, unsure how to answer
"I haven't spells cast upon me, nor do I have any items that I know of that are magical. But I am no expert in that field, and I do not know if King Tidus' legacy would count as magic or not. Perhaps you could help detect that?"
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@9afad460ae=ClownBaby:
a battle scarred dwarf shuffles in from the west gate, his armor covered in flecks of blood spatter. As he makes his way to the Mermaid Inn, he stops by a group of Dwarven dock workers and watches the event take place. After a few chuckles under his beard, he leans to the dwarves and says, " King? He ain't even go o' proper beard! O' shiny new crown and o' sweet young maiden teh warm his bed? Bet it didn't take much more convincin' than that teh git him up on this stage, eh? That's wut oi call o' promotion!"
As Beorn makes his way into the Mermaid for a ale and a quick peek at Kat's cleavage before heading South, he mutters to himself,
"Good ole Corruptarch, business as usual…"
Brumir joins Beorn and pats him on the shoulder as they head into the Mermaid
"Look at da bright side kin, at least da bar lass here still has great teats! HAR!"
Meanwhile, General Theaon Thorn of the Troff Legion leans against a building with his arms folded watching the various reactions from people, not saying anything himself nor showing any emotions regarding the recent happenings.
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@20075e2cdb=Emerwyn:
Their charisma and wisdom inherited… even if that were true that doesn't make anyone into a good leader! Just the more wise to manipulate the truth and the more charismatic to bewitch us!
Aye.
Marty addresses George. She is a little less shouty now, but still raises her voice to make sure she is heard above the crowd
I have a serious question George. The priestess of Lathander made a good point about Peltarch being manipulated by those seeking power. An underhanded plot has robbed us of our senators. We still don't know for sure where many of them are. And an equally underhanded plot has presented you as a candidate to Tidus' throne.
You said that we should "support those that do work honestly." So I would like to ask, are you currently under the influence of wisdom or charisma enhancing magic? Or any other magical improvement?
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Hypocrite! - yells a man from the crowd - and what made Tidus a king, his noble lineage of ancestral generations of rulers? No, it was his effort and heroism! He was just one simple fisherman!
Their charisma and wisdom inherited… even if that were true that doesn't make anyone into a good leader! Just the more wise to manipulate the truth and the more charismatic to bewitch us!
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Inquisitor Damien Meynolt interjects…
"Taking an orphan and throwing them onto the throne would not make them a king, they have no claim to the throne, unlike George here whose lineage is led to King Tidus. Adopting them does not give them a claim either, their blood would not be one of nobility, which really does matter despite optimistic claims against it.
As the Scions of Siamorphe state "Their wisdom and charisma are inherited from their noble ancestors". This is not posturing, it is actual fact, Siamorphes divine power coursing through their veins.
And really, you can't say that having Noble blood changes nothing when anyone who has it inside them has a chance of becoming the next Siamorphe."
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The dock workers' chanting slowly fades out as George raises his hand.
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After George explains what he meant with "going abroad", Vera speaks again:
Uh… Right. Forget what I said about making me queen, mmmkay? Oop, I'm late. See ya!
She gives George a quick hug and darts off in a random direction.
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Having had all his questions answered Walter goes back to… whatever it is he does these days, though not without a parting chuckle.
"Well uh… I don't know about that, I'm pretty sure the old boy's 'boys' are still going strong. Men don't work like women ehhh... uhh.. yeah shouldn't get into details with -- well... him being high nobility and all, but, I reckon it uh... yeah. More to do with the ... er... than the seed. Ehh....."
His face bright red, and after making several gestures with his fist and his forearm, he hurriedly scarpers off.
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a battle scarred dwarf shuffles in from the west gate, his armor covered in flecks of blood spatter. As he makes his way to the Mermaid Inn, he stops by a group of Dwarven dock workers and watches the event take place. After a few chuckles under his beard, he leans to the dwarves and says, " King? He ain't even go o' proper beard! O' shiny new crown and o' sweet young maiden teh warm his bed? Bet it didn't take much more convincin' than that teh git him up on this stage, eh? That's wut oi call o' promotion!"
As Beorn makes his way into the Mermaid for a ale and a quick peek at Kat's cleavage before heading South, he mutters to himself,
"Good ole Corruptarch, business as usual…"
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Mathias shakes his head speaking sadly
I would not envy your decision sir, were it my own wife I would refuse such a request as per the promise of the vows, but I do not hold that against you. Though I do encourage you to keep the ideals of adoption in mind. Blood is only that. It doesn't make you anything special. Its what you do with your life that makes you special. You have been a great worker on the docks, you have fought in a war and lived to tell the story. You are a friend, a husband and one day, you might be a King. Honestly, being a King will be the least important thing that makes your life special. Being a good man, a good friend and being good to your people, that will make you special before these people and before your god. Adoption would keep the blood of Peltarch on the throne, you wouldn't have to seek some mistress and as harsh as it may sound coming from me….given your age sir...there's a chance that you may not be able to have children at your age. Most men cannot impregnate a woman at your age. Why not seek something that can bless you and your wife with the sound of a child running the halls rather then leaving her for something younger. Just because she says its okay....doesn't mean she truly believes it, and I don't believe you do either...and if your heart is telling you its wrong as I believe its telling you right now, then you know it is wrong and you need to find a better path.
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George looks troubled by this
"She.. she's my age, sir.. we had a lengthy discussion, and it was her suggestion that.."
He clears his throat
"That to keep order in future, I ought seek a new wife should the vote fall on me."
It's clearly a subject that saddens George deeply - he likely has spent countless decades with his wife. He motions with his hand
"Next question, please."
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Mathias looks to him confused
I mentioned the Orphan issue ma'am, but sir in accordance with you becoming King, your wife would become Queen, why in the name of Justice would you even consider sleeping with another woman to produce an heir? I pray there is nothing barring your fine wife from producing a child? If there is not, then I say stick to your own wife, or adopt from our Orphanage. There are many children that would give their right hand to be your child.
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George holds up his hand to stop the chanting, smiling, then the smile fades again as the subject of how to acquire a heir is presented again.
"Trust me, I do not wish to bring a foreign ruler to these lands. I wish to pass on King Tidus' bloodline for generations to come - which is why the courts of politically favorable states are being looked at for a willing candidate to be the other half in producing the heir.As for a coat of arms, that would be the coat of arms of King Tidus.
He turns to Mathias, a curious look on his face
"While adopting from an orphanage seems a noble goal, friend, it might not be the wises course of action. As I said before, I carry blood of King Tidus in my veins. It is passed on from father - or mother - to the child.
Noble blood is a blessing given by Lady Siamorphe to assist a ruler. To quote the priests; "Their wisdom and charisma are inherited from their noble ancestors."
This is to help the heir to have better chance at becoming a resposible, wise king."
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Hearing George's quip on choosing a ruler from neighboring countries, Vera jests:
"Hey, I'm young and foreign, can I be queen? I'm kidding, but they're right on that one. If you wanna rule, you gotta be from Peltarch. And no shady deals like giving them citizenship today and making them kings tomorrow. Nuh uh. she then turns to the crowd Who said that? I heard something about adopting an orphan. That's actually a good idea!
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Some of the dock workers, upon hearing George's proposals on taxes, and having known him for a long time, mistake Morris' calling for a chant and join in:
"King George! King George! King George!"
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Mathias looks back to the gnome speaking calmly
Sir…one does not give a king a "try". A king is usually considered permanent. Its a rather large decision to make to make a permanent ruler over elected one. A man that has no son or daughter to take his place if he dies. This is not a small decision to make and you should be considering the consequences a lot more carefully before your so willing to determine the fate of an entire city. While I hold nothing against the man, What the Lady said is accurate. Talk of bringing in some stranger from a foreign land to rule Peltarch when he dies is a disgrace to Peltarch in itself. Why not adopt one of the local orphans right out of the Orphanage and raise that one as the next Royal? Give them a better life and keep the lifeblood of the city flowing!
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Morris Purcandel pipes up at the back. He seems to have some ridiculous dark gnomish goggles on and all of the digits on his pale right hand are supported by absurd mini-splints. His hair seems swished in all directions and his clothes are covered in black spots. It appears the poor young scribe has finally exited the city hall after many weeks of grimy census work.
"I simply can't imagine why anyone would be against giving a king a try. Truly, what is our alternative? Hold an election for another senate? Oh, I wonder who would win? Would it happen to be the richest people in the city; or, perhaps the merchants, the other richest people in the city that half the other people in the city work for and cannot vote against for fear of starvation?
I say, if this chap managed to live till seventy on the docks then he must be doing something right. Besides! Tell me what is worse: a few bad decisions or no decisions at all? I say out with the filthy corrupt senate, and in with the shiny new king!"
Morris calls forth "King George! King George! What will your coat of arms be?"
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George thinks on Walter's words for a while before responding.
"While there is truth to your words, I do not see it as charity, self-image or vanity. There -are- families in the city that live on, worn pair of words though it may be, bread and water. Citizens that work all day long at that. I would not wish to lay blame on anyone, but those that lead the guilds do have quite a bit of resposibility in this. Hardworking citizens should not have to line up in soupkitchen.
Yes, it is true that such a system could be abused. But so can our current system, as seen by some prominent figures apparently not partaking in the census. One cannot weed out dishonesty completely, but one can support those that do work honestly.
Many types of government look good on paper. As an idea, I agree, it looks good. But in practice, it has not worked. The senators have always, and pardon my skepticism, always will work towards their own agenda or that of who bought their votes. Think of it as a hydra, with each head with a mind of their own. It's heads will fight with each other on who gets to eat the person before them - and before it realizes it, that person has already sinked their blade into their backs.
A wise man listens to those around him. A wise ruler makes informed decisions. This does not mean the advisors make the decisions for him.
King is the Head that decides what Hands, employees of the city shall do. A head cannot decide on what isn't perceived. Advisors are the Eyes and Ears. Yet without the help of Heart, none of these can act. The Heart is you, the people of the city. Each and every one of you.
There is a saying I've heard: "The whole body suffers from a dumb head." I'm afraid that the senate is somewhat of a splitminded head."
George turns his head to answer Raryldor calmly
"When I become corrupt? It seems my fate is sealed then."
The old man grins slightly before continuing
"It is true I haven't the experience in governance. In that manner, I'm much like every other voter deciding our senators. However what I do have is patience. I do not judge candidates one way or the other on first sight. I will take time, hear of their past experiences, of their repute - everything I need to know to make the best decision I can possibly make for the city. That is what I can promise to you."
((I'll respond to Rith's and following a bit later, gotta work now :P))
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Mathias looks to Rith nodding in approval
Well said milady. I think you hit most of the greatest concerns on the head.
