Post by Tolkien on Feb 1, 2013 10:42:25 GMT -5
we have to decide is what to do with the time that we are given.
Set
in a time after the Dawn of Færie and during the Dominion of Men, it
is Year 432 of the Fourth Age. Myrmedion, the Shadowed Foe, dwells in
the land of Mordor, hoping to bring forth the spirit of Sauron and
Melkor and plunge the world into second darkness. Once again,
Middle-earth is preparing itself for the ultimate test against evil.
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can be no triumph without loss. No victory without suffering. No
freedom without sacrifice. The legend comes to life, where will you
stand against the forces of evil?
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Mirkwood
has grown darker with the shadow looming in Dol Guldur. With the
conclusion of the council in Rivendell, the Men of Dale and
Lake-town, a few of the dwarves of Erebor, and the elves of Mirkwood
and their allies in Lórien and Rivendell (as a result of Princess
Miluiel's diplomacy) have agreed to join forces in order to protect
each of their realms against the enemy's attempt to revenge against
Erunestian's decision to go against his proposal.
[*]When:
The war will begin on F.A. 432 February 15th (date subject to
change) and the duration of the war as of yet is unknown. It's
conclusion will depend on character actions as well as involvement.
This is the first direct assault from the Shadowed Foe since the Dark
Day many years ago.
[*]Who:
The elves of Mirkwood, Men of Dale and Lake-town, a few dwarves of
Erebor, and any allies of those regions who would have a reason to be
there. Warriors and healers are welcome alike.
[*]Where:
The war will not be in Mirkwood, it will occur south of
Mirkwood on the southern banks of the River Celduin close-by. This
event will be directed by our
Tolkien
account which will be playing out the major moves made by the enemy
side. But feel free to make thread set during the event in any of the
locations as long as they fit what is happening in the others based
on the war (for example, you cannot have a chat in Lake-town if it
was burned down the day prior). Remember a decision will have
consequences that could potentially affect the outcome; therefore, be
sure to keep up-to-date with everything that happens by checking back
on
this
thread.
If
the war against Dol Guldur is lost by the allies (elves, Men, and
dwarves), they will either be subject to whatever punishment they
must face by the hands of the enemy or they will be forced to flee
from Mirkwood for their lives unless they have a good reason to
protect them from paying the penalty. Rohan may be at risk as
well as a result.
If
you would like your character to become involved, feel free to join
in any of the threads created which will be linked soon or feel free
to create your own thread set during that day.
The
first thread for the war will be posted on February 10th. In the
meantime, feel free to discuss and plan
here.
It is still in the process of being organised.
(For
future characters, feel free to assume their involvement in the event
as long as it makes sense)
Gondor
has been at risk of a civil war with several powerful noble houses,
vying for power and anxiously awaiting the death of the Steward. For
many months, some of the Steward's closest of advisers have been
plotting treason, bringing their own forces from various provinces
such as Belfalas and Lamedon. It is when Barlandir holds court that
the advisers have chosen to betray their leader and strike with their
men at the ready. With Barlandir's assassination, Minas Tirith will
be plunged into chaos and the fate of the southern kingdom remains
uncertain.
[*]When:
The court is to be held on F.A. 432 February 1st (date subject
to change)
[*]Who:
This event is open to any who have business in Gondor at this time or
any who would be at Barlandir's court (Gondorian or foreign nobility,
military, etc).
[*]Where:
The event will take place both in Barlandir's court in the throne
room and the fighting will eventually spill into the city. One thread
will be made in the throne room; however, feel free to make your own
threads throughout the city and link them here. Remember a
decision will have consequences that could potentially affect the
outcome; therefore, to be sure to keep up-to-date with everything
major that happens by checking back on
this
thread.
There
will be NPC guards and soldiers belonging to the advisers stationed
both in the throne room and throughout the city. It is their duty to
maintain the order and ensure that there are no complications. They
are ordered to kill any that oppose.
If
Gondor falls into the hands of the advisers and your character has
chosen to actively fight back during this event, they will either be
locked away or will be forced to flee from Gondor for their lives
unless they have a good reason to protect them from paying the
penalty.
If
you would like your character to become involved, feel free to join
the open thread in the throne room which will be linked soon (this
weekend) or feel free to create your own thread set during that day.
(For
future characters, feel free to assume their involvement in the event
as long as it makes sense)
