Just a dump of the plot updates in the MOTD for archiving sake. Feel free to update this.
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898AC, Summer Sarab Strike
In a battle between the western forces and the alliance of Tilandre and Nostvale, the sarab outposts being built by Tilandre are destroyed. The force of 1500 stationed at the outposts to oversee the final stages of its construction were attacked by 2500 Glacium Knights, with many key magi from the warring sides participating. While losses were minimal, the Tilandrian forces were pushed out of Danarium territory and lost a potentially crucial asset in Alexandra Eldor's war against the west.
899AC, Belial Acolytes Tense Silence
Following the unsuccessful attempt to construct outposts in the sarab by Tilandrian forces, several key members of the Acolytes of Belial have seemingly disappeared- having been absent from affairs beforehand- with Lysander Falco not being spotted in over a month. After the western forces took out two Apostles, another two are destroyed soon after by their army's persistent magi scouts. This takes the number from twelve to eight, with the remaining dread demons having most likely taken refuge in the much safer east. The destroyed Apostle nests are ripe with mana that rots, almost akin to a plague, in vast quantities- perhaps in preparation for something large?
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901AC, Antegria Sea Skirmish Prologue
In the past few years, the borders that split Valmasia between west and east have grown increasingly violent. The two great powers continue to fight for control over territory, with assaults on each other's watch towers being commonplace. Enrolment of young men to fill the role of dying veterans is at large, with a tug of war occurring throughout Valmasia for control over the land. Neither side seems to budge. In the spring of 901, however, it becomes apparent to Tilandre's intelligence that the west is organizing a grand invasion- with over twelve ships able to carry 3000 warriors, they intend to cross the ocean and strike- but where? The generals of the east assume that they'll attempt to raid and secure Antegria considering it acts as a blockade, mounting an offensive right in the heart of the east with Byson in support. Will you be one of the dedicated magi enlisted in the ranks of either side, sailing towards an epic battle? http://eterniaroleplay.prophpbb.com/topic12834.html
901AC, Antegria Sea Skirmish
On the edge of Antegria's border, the western fleet were met with the might of Tilandre's navy. Clashing on a cold night, the invaders eventually broke past the blockade and docked on Antegria sand come dawn's light, where a force of 4000 Saffron were ready in defense of the settlement. Key magi from either side fought through the early hours of the morning until the winners were crowned. The west were victorious, despite their warriors being tired from the journey and their navy outmatched by Tilandre's. The overwhelming might of their magi tipped the scales in their favor, but not without heavy loss... half of their ships gone, hundreds dead and over a thousand injured. Nonetheless, now that Antegria has been captured by the west, they can mount an offense directly on the borders of Tilandre and attempt to seize the village itself in a final battle. Claudia Hirano, wife to Lysander Falco, died in the battle, as well as Spike Malpercius, Vindicator of Alteros.
902AC, Showdown in Tilandre's Market: Isis Vondfold & Katiel Melym
Rumors spreads through the smallfolk of the capture of Whitecloak Radiant Nasargiel Melym, one of the most powerful Western Magi. Most say he was seized by Isis Vondfold, a known Lust Magi formerly in Whitecloak imprisonment, and brought to the Tilandre marketplace in a public appeal for Queen Alexandra Eldor's forgiveness. The man was critically injured and unconscious. Soon after, Katiel Melym, rumored lover of Nasagriel, tracked them down on her lonesome and was gutted in public by Isis, before the two Whitecloaks were taken somewhere private. For the eastern forces, this is a much needed morale boost following two defeats at the hands of their enemies.
903AC, Invasion of Tilandre Preparation
In what could be considered the climax of the battles thus far, the western forces have prepared an impressive offensive on the captured island of Antegria. With their siege tools, supplies, and warriors having been transported to the island over the past few months, the scouts of the west have gathered more than ample intelligence for their generals to be content with an attempted full-scale siege for Tilandre. Danarium and Frostvale, aided by Byson, attack with the full might of their army, almost 30'000-- over two thirds of their total force-- with Tilandre and Alteros's numbers paling in comparison, but nonetheless having the benefit of familiar territory on their side. (SIGN UP: http://eterniaroleplay.prophpbb.com/topic12922.html)
903AC, Western Takeover of Tilandre
Throughout Tilandre, warning bells rang after the Blue Keep was the first watchtower to spot the incoming fleet. It was the largest invasion the village had ever dealt with. The united Glacium, Nivis, Avis covered the width of Tilandre's eastern shore in tens of thousands, fully rested having only had to travel fifty miles from the acquired Antegria island, soon clashing against the much smaller force of Saffron and Bulwark. What Tilandre lacked it made up for in home advantage and creatures of the night, however, with sightings of the dread Apostles razing ranks in red cosmic a common scene, as well as the yokai of Alteros. The unsealing ritual of Belial was in full motion, lighting the village up in corrupt lunar mana, with western magi fighting eagerly to put an end to it. For two days and nights, the armies fought until only one side remained, and the West emerged as the victors, sieging Tilandre's castles and slaying their army until they submitted, killing off the majority of Belial's Apostles in turn. Many warriors of renown perished in the battle: Ose the Imperfect, Lysander Falco, and Bastet Silvertongue. Alexandra Eldor managed to escape, said to have taken refuge in Alteros as a Vindicator. As of now, Tilandre and Alteros are in the hands of western governors, and there's been no indication whether or not rulers will be announced.
904AC, War's Aftermath
With three victories in a row concluding their counter assault against the eastern invasion as a resounding success, the people of the West are in celebration. Festivies are held throughout Danarium, Frostvale, and Byson, following a period of mourning for Queen Bastet's death. While morale is certainly high, there's nonetheless a sense of bitterness among the people, knowing that Alexandra Eldor, the one who started the war, is still safe and living in luxury within Alteros as a dignified Vindicator. News that Lysander Falco's heir, Lucien Falco, has been crowned ruler of Nostvale by Judith Hirano is also unsettling. In Tilandre, Demeter Rosengard takes charge as its Queen, quick to make a no nonsense stance against the depraved and any potential rebels, stripping the village of its flag and carving a path towards strict order in the east.