An Explanation Is Demanded

SpiffyMeister

Councilors of Eveningstar and Tilverton,

Their Highnesses are deeply upset at the rise of hostilities between Eveningstar and Tilverton, and view the hostility between the great pillars of our nation with dismay.

They hope for a peaceful resolution between your parties, and wish to act as the neutral third party to determine rightness and wrongness.

Submit your cases to their Highnesses.

Other councilors may weigh in on their respective causes...

Marshal Drakesbane

Full Cup

https://nodebb.cityofarabel.com/topic/55428/incident-report-church-of-tymora-eveningstar-tilverton

SadGruffman

With naught but respect Marshal Drakesbane,

I request a 48 hour sabbatical as I see to the families of those who were struck hardest by the days events, the Greywatch were without mercy in dealing a healthy blow to our humble militia. I will of course submit my full report by the end of this deadline, and of course expect the guilty parties be held responsible.

If justice is indeed the will of this Council.

-Councilor Rawen

SpiffyMeister

Take your time.

Peace is a journey.

Marshal Drakesbane

Fizzgig

The Council is not the lawkeepers, however we must bring forth actions to ensure that people see we will act to keep the peace. As such, I have some suggestions how we can go about repairing the damages whilst the Higher Councilors brings forth justice.

A debt is now held above the head of Ms Moonsilver, Councilor Brutus, as well as the Church of Tymora and Lathander. To right what has gone wrong, and work towards the safety of our kingdom. As such, I suggest the follow measures are performed as community service.

The Greywatch must donate all their prestige towards Tilverton of this month, for the personal involvement of their Councilor
- This prestige will aid Tilverton with its loss, as well as act as a punishment towards the Greywatch for their Councilor's behavior
Tymora's Temple and the Church of Lathander, must pay evenly all expenses to the Temple of Cyric in Tilverton, for the funeral rites of the fallen. For the personal involvement of Ms Moonsilver, as well as their Church Leaders.
- This will not remove the pain of the families of the fallen, but it will ease the burden the faiths have put upon them whilst also ensuring the local church of Tilverton don't suffer financially for the sudden costs of rites many families struggle to afford
Ms Moonsilver, and Councilor Brutus, must serve Tilverton as delivery courtier and/or caravan guards, until Councilor Rawen releases them of the service
- By aiding Tilverton, Ms Moonsilver, and Councilor Brutus will learn to correct their ways. Whilst also easing the burden put upon Councilor Rawen, and his city leaders.
Ms Moonsilver, and Councilor Brutus, must patrol the Moonsea Ride, until Councilor Rawen releases them of the service
- By keeping the roads safe, tradesmen and caravans will not live in fear. As they see their roads made safer, as well as bandits turned from crime to community service.
Ms Moonsilver, on behalf of the Tymoran Faith, Councilor Brutus, on behalf of the Greywatch, and a representative of the House of the Morning, must formally and publicly apologize for their grievous act against the peace of our kingdom and Tilverton. Whilst also presenting their actions of community service.
- The whole kingdom must know, that the Council finds these acts unacceptable. Whilst also seeing that people can grow from their mistake, and by working together it makes us stronger.

Remember, I do not suggest these things as replacement of justice served or the Council acting as lawkeepers. Instead, these actions compliment the judgement of the High Councils, whilst showing direct action by the Council to restore damages done to our peace, and growth in our kingdom.

E.C. Blythe

SadGruffman

Where does one begin to list the grievances levied against the North? This is not a new occurrence to us lost and forgotten souls who toil away minding our own business only to yet again have some foreign influence to bang at our door. Our own Duke is a self made man, risen from the ashes of flame stroked in the heart of Arabel itself.

Before Eveningstar, there was the White Witch, before the Witch, there was Gondegal, and of course before Gondegal, there was Cormyr.

Oppression may not be new to us, but something that has changed, has risen is in our hearts, is a blue-blooded champion. An outcast of your patriarchy with his eyes fixed on making Tilverton strong. His Grace, Obyn Misrim.

No more will we turn the other cheek. Eveningstar has stained the sands of Tilverton with innocent blood, and blood must be paid.

The debts owed by the Greywatch and Tymoran Church have been paid in full. They were arrested by the Council of Arabel and dealt swift justice in Tilverton.

Gretes' debt to the North is paid in full.
Brutuses debt to the North is also paid in full

The Greywatch are henceforth banished from carrying out any Greywatch duties in the Duchy of Tilverton by order of His Grace.

But as many reports have said, the House of Tymora and the Bloody Baker did this favor, this heinous act, at the behest of the Bishop of Eveningstar. Yet Eveningstar continues to go unpunished - and their wrongs un-righted.

Attempting to burn our villages,
Property theft,
Murder on multiple accounts,

At the present time I levy the above accusations against the Bishopric of Eveningstar, and as the Council of Arabel exists to cease threats to the Kingdom of Arabel, be they internal or external, I point the sword of the Council west.

I advise the council to hear my plea for justice. A representative of the House of the Morning shall be arrested by the Council of Arabel and brought to Tilverton for judgement. This, and only this, will begin our journey towards peace.

-Councilor Benjamin Rawen, Raven of Tilverton

Gloomy_Sunday

Fellows,

I would see that Eveningstar is no longer permitted a representative on the council. This whole business makes me sick to my stomach.

Councillor Elias Goldcrown

Cadiz

@spiffymeister

The House of the Morning has witnessed too many crimes of abuse and violence leveled at the innocents and common folk of the Kingdom of Arabelby the so called Ravens of Tilverton.

That they have murdered in cold blood an entire caravan of common folk that had decided that living under the oppression of Duke Obyn was sufficent reason to wish to relocate to another area of the Kingdom. These simple people wished only to have a better life but were mercilessly cut down, slaughtered to the man, woman and child on the orders of the Duke.

I myself have witnessed the murder of another, a man that had managed to survive the depravations and torments of Flameclaw the gnoll only to be literally gutted in cold blood because he wished to travel south to settle in Arabel.

That the Duke has written his laws stating that the common man has no rights but those given to him by his masters is morally wrong. But more than this, to then abuse and kill them because they wish to serve their King in preference to the Duke undermines the rule and influence of the King in his Kingdom.

Eveningstar has suffered many times at the hands of those that call Tilverton and the Raven's Nest their home, not least the Scarlet Cult that assaulted the Bishopric with a host of undeath.

I could go on writing moral arguements as to why the rule of Tilverton is unjust and unsuitable to be a representitive of our Kingdom's Rulers. However i will not as i believe it is plain for all to see that Tilverton acts in only Tilverton's benefit to the detriment of all others.

Unlike others that were not witnesses i will not comment directly on recent events.

Dawnbrother Aland Signe

Full Cup

Fellows,

The council should be a unifying voice and put the needs and well-being of the Kingdom and their Majesty's subjects at the forefront. It is regrettable that the Church of Tymora sought to intervene in such an inflammatory manner.

I am strongly against any recommendation to remove representation of the pillars of the Kingdom. The people of Eveningstar and Tilverton deserve to have their concerns heard and the threats to the realm demand that we put aside differences to defend the people, the land and ourselves.

His Grace, Duke Misrim as the wronged party, has levied his judgement on this matter through ransoming and sanctioning of the Greywatch and the Tymoran faith.

The ongoing tension and friction is of great concern. Both parties have a claim of wrong doing and a list of grievances. I would remind all those on the Twelve that the Bishop and the Duke both swore an oath of fealty to their Majesties. I would also remind my esteemed fellow councilors sponsored by prominent and valued groups of the realm, that the people of the Kingdom look to us as an example. As such, I am in agreement with Councilor Blythe that a formal statement from the Council condemning the entire incident be announced.

Councilor Gareth Tylel

Fizzgig

Councilor Tylel is right, the in fighting is doing us no service and will only strengthen our enemies. Let us rise above the actions of the past, and look towards the future.

E.C. Blythe

SadGruffman

I would happily add my name to a script denouncing the actions taken against my home. I find it difficult to believe that a list of names stating their concerns will carry much weight beyond our doors. I joined this council because it takes more than any one adventurer to get the job done, the job being the safety of the realm. But more importantly, it is an organization which takes action when no one else will.

Condemning these actions does nothing to resolve our issues, in fact, historically it merely enflames those in the West. I agree that the people look to us for an example, what sort of example does this set?

I turn to the council for leadership in this. If it was your home, if it was your people cut down by adventurers, would a poster suffice?

-J. Rawen

Full Cup

Fellows,

I remind this esteemed body that it was I, acting on the authority of this very council, that intervened to end this reckless and ill thought action against the Duchy of Tilverton. I accept there are enough of legacy grievances to inflame a variety of parties and interests yet unresolved. Issues that I will offer myself as a mediator for, unless their Majesties appoint another more worthy individual. However, it is time that the entirety of the council embrace the common cause that all are part of the Kingdom of Arabel, regardless of whomever sponsored the seat occupied.

The matter and any claims by Tilverton is resolved as actioned by the Duke himself and any additional posturing or punishment accomplishes nothing befitting this chamber. Their Majesties require a path to peace and stability. A show of unity would bring a sense of calm to the uncertain people of the realm.

Gareth Tylel

SadGruffman

Councilor Tylel,

A parchment that states the council is united does not proof that the realm is united, and given recent events is quite obvious. A councilor may have thwarted the plot, but it was Brutus of the Greywatch, a councilor, who aided in its execution.

His Grace, Duke Obyn Misrim did state that this altercation between the Church of Tymora and the Greywatch is resolved. But this altercation is one of many, and I doubt a finely worded letter will cease Eveningstars attempts on our borders.

The Bishopric of Eveningstar, and the Ravens of Tilverton have recently acquired aspiring agents at both ends. I propose each councilor, both myself as Councilor of Tilverton, and Brother Aland Signe of Eveningstar step down, allowing for new blood to represent our organizations.

Nothing less than new eyes will resolve this, as words do little when knives are in play.

My suggestion is as follows;

Signe and myself are replaced as councilors for failing to stop the escalation, with hope that new eyes can aid where we have failed. A public announcement will surely be necessary here.

-J. Rawen

Full Cup

Councilor Rawen,

Perhaps the first step to a resolution and a show of leadership for the betterment of the Kingdom. I applaud your initiative and thoughtful consideration. On behalf of the council I will accept your resignation and look forward to welcoming the Duchy's new councilor when they present themselves. It was a pleasure to have you on this council and I look forward to our future engagements.

Gareth Tylel

SadGruffman

[Rawen is later seen tossing his key to the nearest Clerk before exiting the hall]

Fizzgig

As I stated in person to our new Councilor Cambrian. The Council of Twelve is not a law enforcement, nor does it have the position to judge or criminalize people of higher position than itself. As Duke Misrim has laid out his punishment, and the Council have no power to act upon the leaders of faith or nobility, this matter should be closed within the Council of Twelve.

E.C. Blythe

V-Rage

Tilvertons case is this

Though punishment was meted on the adventurers who took part in the attack the fact remains that this was an attack on the most gracious Dukes people orchestrated by The House of the Morning and Temple of Tymora.

If peace is desired I would suggest that the House of Morning makes a sizeable donation to support the families of those killed, and send a representative to Tilverton to explain why an attack was made on Tilverton a few days after we made a donation to ease tensions.

Despite Councillor Blythes views this is not something that can be waved away

Pierre

Gloomy_Sunday

I agree however this does not go far enough, Eveningstar should forfeit representation on the council.

Councillor Elias Goldcrown

Fizzgig

Punishing High Priestess and Leaders of factions is beyond our ability, nor can we demand the removal of a guilds representative. We do not make the rules of the Council, we follow them.

E.C. Blythe

Full Cup

Councilor Goldcrown,

I ask for clarification about your proposal to remove representation of the third largest fiefdom in the Kingdom and a faith that one of the most powerful in the land. I must misunderstand and you seek to replace the current representative. Surely you grasp that denying part of the kingdom a representative would be ill advised and contrary to the spirit of this council?