Lurin
Paragon
Those of you who have lived in the area now known as Hopes Reach over the past two years have no doubt seen much sorrow and bloodshed, but as the second Respite arrives and the town is still standing, our King has decided that such a stalwart group should not be ignored. To that end Lord Julian Idden has been assigned as Baron over the south eastern border lands of Gaden, and shall hence forth be recognized as appropriate to his new rank, his reach extending no further then the eastern most edge of the Grey Barony, and not extending into any area currently held to be under the martial law of the kings army, such as the cliffs bordering the Valley of Solace. As per the Crown Prince's own words, the local populace is still free to govern their own internal affairs, except in those areas deemed necessary to the maintenance of the law or order of the area. It is my understanding that Baron Idden intends to visit personally around the time of the Ritual of Remembrance to meet personally with the local Guardians and establish more clearly their right and domains, as well as instruct them as to the implementation of the appropriate taxes and levies. He will also be meeting with other groups as time allows, specifically the local militia and sheriff if possible, as well as private groups or adventurers to gather information on to how best administer these lands.
It is our understanding that a road is currently being constructed, my own notes suggest that the land has been cleared and much of the stonework has been completed within the local area of Hopes Reach already thanks to local efforts and production from a quarry in the area. This shall be designated a highway and thus subject to the all the laws and protections there of. On a more personal note, I have met personally with many of you that reside in Hopes Reach, and while I know you would gladly serve the King in any fashion, let me put your minds at ease. There shall not be a tax or levy on personal wealth, only land and business owners will be expected to collect and maintain the proper tax records.
This is a momentous day, as never before in our history have we seen citizens stand up and hold back the lines of the corrupt when the military has pulled back. Hopefully the safety and security of the area can be maintained for many years to come!
Seneschal Damon Tierke
It is our understanding that a road is currently being constructed, my own notes suggest that the land has been cleared and much of the stonework has been completed within the local area of Hopes Reach already thanks to local efforts and production from a quarry in the area. This shall be designated a highway and thus subject to the all the laws and protections there of. On a more personal note, I have met personally with many of you that reside in Hopes Reach, and while I know you would gladly serve the King in any fashion, let me put your minds at ease. There shall not be a tax or levy on personal wealth, only land and business owners will be expected to collect and maintain the proper tax records.
This is a momentous day, as never before in our history have we seen citizens stand up and hold back the lines of the corrupt when the military has pulled back. Hopefully the safety and security of the area can be maintained for many years to come!
Seneschal Damon Tierke