In the year of our Gods, Sacred Be The Four, 2147. In the blessed infant first year of the Reign of Queen Buuzibael, Six Full Moons since the Great Generator Collapse. The cruel ice floes of the antecedent winter had broken apart enough to risk the stalwart hulls of the Helheim civil fleet. The brave men, women and creatures of Helheim Docks heard the clarion call to muster and three well armed whaling boats embarked upon a mission essential to the continuance of our great Kingdom. Despite my best protests, Her Majesty, Queen Buuzibael, deigned it fitting to be in attendance. Though this bolstered the determination of the whaling crews, inspired by her presence, it did leave her open to the risks of such dangerous endeavours. The Whale was a furious bull, bucking and battering the boats without mercy, broiling the waters pink with its thrashings, smashing oar and cracking bulwark in its vengeful rage. It is to my dismay to announce that Her Majesty was one of a number of crew that fell from their besieged barge into the freezing sea. It was only through sheer determination that the beast was finally slain - and none too soon - for any longer in such treacherous waters and we would have returned with three funerals to arrange. It is with thanks to the mercy of Dormia and the benevolence of Aidos that this was not to be the case.
As per the dictates of the Crown Princess, Field Marshal, High Admiral, Overseer of Labour, Patron of the Basilica, the blessed bounty will be accorded in the majority to the Crown. This is done with grace and gratitude to the staunch protection of Helheim throughout the cruel winter and the encroaching Red-Mist. This will mean the crew will receive smaller portions of the bounty than usual. Of course, I am sure they will join with the Engleton Family in praise of the Crown for its continued leadership in this most trying of times. May the Four Watch Over You all, Lord Ignatius Humphrey Engleton Engleton Caravans, Shipwrights & Trade ++ In the year of our Glorious Monarch King Tyr 14th day of Second Seed (May) ++ By the grace of our Monarch to all our benevolent stakeholders: As everyone is fully aware, trade across Sincadere is not without risk. This is factored into our yields and offset by the expense of hired muscle. The last caravan, sixth of its type in Second Seed of 2146, was attacked by nefarious anonymous bandits. Our security was primarily supplied by stalwart defenders from the Caballa. True to their strengths and overcoming many murderous ambushes, the caravan guards prevailed, ensuring the caravan made it to its rightful destination intact. It is testament to our business agreements, that span across national divides and render benefit to profit through our inherent neutrality. The Cabbalan guards have proven themselves worthy and honourable in this regard and are deserving of all accolades therein. Descriptions of the bandits are vague, but have been reported to the security forces of both Helheim and Caballa for their persual. Be on the lookout for these bandits, for it is in doubt that their determination will be quelled, despite the strength of the forces that did so this time. My beloved stakeholders, may I remind you that we intend to continue with our expansion for sustained trade into further climes. As mentioned before, our schedule remains the same. By the dawn of Solar Zenith (July) we intend to convey our first major caravan into the land of the Jade Lotus, providing trade profit and boon to all those with a sense for business.
The grace and gifts of The Four upon you all. Glory to the King! - Ignatius Humphrey Engleton Gods bless the beneficent oversight of our magnificent Monarch King Tyr and the glory of Helheim!
Another ambitious excursion of our Helheim civil navy have provided a bounty of whale oil to our Queens Machine agenda. Our oceanic efforts have also provided a steady supply of whale blubber and fat for our extended enterprises. Such a bountiful result! Aidos and Dormia be praised! Penny Dawn was the one to take the behemoth down! Captain Araxi, Herald of the Engleton fleet, accompanied by Captains Lord Ralathos and Count Brokil -acting captains, conducted a pincer maneuver that provided the oceanic bounty that will ensure the prosperity of Helheim for many moons! Glory to the King and the Royal Family! Prosperity for all! Dockside notes: A strange mermaid and some sort of horned lizard sat beneath the surface observing things. Were they legends or myths?! Please join us on May 14th, 2022 for our next great Engleton Enterprise! The valiant inhabitants of Helheim, taking up the cause of progress, braved the choppy, treacherous seas to claim their prize. A mighty whale, one of the biggest ever seen, was taken down by these stalwart sailors. The beautiful Goddess Dormia smiles down upon Helheim for their industry. One notable sailor was Count Brokil, an orc of renown, representing his tribes people with honour by delivering the final blow. The dock will be busy all week stripping the carcass down. Every inch of the behemoth will be used to the benefit and glory of Helheim! Hail Tyr! Our resplendent Monarch of good fortunes!
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