Kayse (prime)/5122 WL Town Council Campaign
CANDIDATE: Kayse Thaellian
CAMPAIGN MANAGERS: Meliyara and Tikba
CAMPAIGN SLOGAN: Planting Hope for Tomorrow
SYMBOL: A white trillium bloom
PLATFORM
Hope Despite Pain
My platform focuses on building up established institutions along with creating new ones. Wehnimer’s Landing is a town of resilience. Hope Despite Pain recognizes Wehnimer’s history--which at times has been traumatic, but will continue to move forward and grow. The proposed platform helps ensure hope and prepare for the unexpected. It consists of four initiatives: Trade, Town Defense/Recovery, Arts/Culture, and Beautification Efforts. These topics are not the extent of passions or things I advocate for, but are causes I believe would help Wehnimer’s in the foreseeable future. My initiatives require a village to be successful and appointing people to tasks, roles and groups. As Town Council we can guide these institutions to support these goals for the future and prosperity of Wehnimer's Landing.
TRADE
It is no secret I assist the Darkstone Bay Consortium and that my organization, the Black Hand Trading Co, works closely with it. Even before the days of the consortium, Mayor Lylia and Mayoral candidate Xorus pushed for increased imports and exports. Soon the city of Ta’Vaalor will be opening a port, with Eastern waterways becoming a quicker and more desirable way to transport goods. Opening up many options to put Wehnimer’s on the map as a bustling trade metropolis. Along with the City-States, our Icemule neighbors have much to offer with the path to the Hinterwilds open, rare gems and hides become more accessible to be distributed to the west and the east.
As town council, I would like to work amicably to build a solid relationship with the consortium to help increase prosperity as well as trade within our walls and with our neighbors, both near and far. The Darkstone Bay Consortium’s mission recognizes the potential and value of Wehnimer’s Landing. I have already begun community outreach on behalf of the consortium to educate and engage our denizens and will continue to do so.
TOWN DEFENSES/RECOVERY EFFORTS
It should be apparent that due to the value, location and history of Wehnimer’s Landing, we will always be under threat. Our enemies grow stronger and develop complex magic, armies, and tactics beyond our means often. Sir Guarrin recently curated a list of ways to increase the defensives of Wehnimer’s Landing. I would like the council as well as other organizations within the town to combine forces and work to see these improvements happen. Along with that, Marshal Stormyrain has indicated a desire to start a war council when we are facing a great threat. I think both of these initiatives would be key to protecting our walls even further.
Many times when our town is invaded, we are left with a mess to clean up. Blood soaks the streets, buildings are burned, families are torn apart. I would like to implement a team dedicated to ensuring we start getting back on track quickly. Cleaning crews to mop the signs of war, carpenters and painters to repatch our scars, and a facility to feed, clothe and support our citizens during any losses.
ARTS/CULTURE
I have a passion for the arts and history. Our Great Houses and meeting halls are a wonderful example of institutions that keep performance alive. Our museum’s walls hold much of Wehnimer’s history and the library, I feel, has been neglected over time. I very much want to add to the shelves…and additional book shelves. New tomes, volumes, journals spilling stories of our pasts, displaying studies of our colleagues, or even whimsical stories.
I would also love to see festivals celebrating Wehnimer’s, cultural events, and celebrations to highlight the many facets of this frontier town. We have a great abundance of talent within these walls from adventures to Greater Houses to meeting halls to accomplish this.
BEAUTIFICATION EFFORTS
As someone who has seen her home planet, Bre’Naere, drained of its natural resources and sucked dry, I think it is essential to give back when it comes to our assets. The kiramon invaded our planet and over time created a barren and unlivable world.
Due to a recent discussion from a Darkstone Bay Consortium event, Perigourd put the idea of replanting trees and monitoring wildlife into my head. As I thought about it more, I realized how quickly we could repeat history if we did not take care of things. I would like to move forward with a group of individuals overseeing our resources so they are not depleted. So that the environs you see now can be appreciated by your children and their children to come.
IN CONCLUSION
All of these causes are of equal importance to me. You may be asking yourself why I have used others’ ideas to build up and create my platform for town council. The answer is simple. I believe to be a strong leader you must listen to others. And sometimes, you will even need to follow. My platform is an example of HEARING our citizens’, allies’, and defenders’ concerns and voicing them to create a stronger and unified Wehnimer’s Landing. It requires a village to be successful and appointing people to tasks, roles and groups. As town council we can guide these institutions to support these goals for the future and prosperity of Wehnimer’s Landing.
Application for Town Council
What does Wehnimer's Landing mean to you?
From an outside perspective Wehnimer’s at its core reflects many traits in my mind: Independence, resilience, and opportunity.
But personally, Wehnimer’s has come to hold a special place in my heart. It is the town I have connected with many of my colleagues and closest friends. It is the walls I have defended for eight years against Blameless, krolvin and other enemies. It is the place, I first discovered how much faith I really had in my Arkati. It is the destination I always want to go back to, even if I have just left the North Gate. It is the location where I recognized my purpose and found my voice. A town that gave me independence, resilience and opportunity.
It is the town I want to help grow and become prosperous--to give back as much as it has given to me.
It is the town I am proud to now call home.
What do you feel you can bring to Wehnimer's Landing, if serving on the town council?
I feel I could bring numerous attributes to the town council. I have walked many paths in my lifetime. From being a slave in my homeworld to running a successful business outlet. At times I have been nothing and others have grown to something. My ability to relate to a variety of social classes and engage in the community with most I come in contact with would be a true value to the town council.
One of my greatest attributes would be listening. My platform is based off concerns of citizens and neighbors regarding the betterment of the town. I feel I can act as their voice and work to bring their ideas and concerns forward in a productive manner. As well as constructively listen and speak professionally with other town council members and bridge any gaps in opposing views.
What are the goals you would like to accomplish for Wehnimer's Landing? How would you do this?
My platform consists of four initiatives: Trade, Town Defense/Recovery, Arts/Culture, and Beautification Efforts. These topics are not the extent of passions or things I advocate for, but are causes I believe would help Wehnimer’s in the foreseeable future.
My initiatives require a village to be successful and appointing people to tasks, roles and groups. As town council we can guide these institutions to support these goals for the future and prosperity of Wehnimer’s Landing:
Trade: Soon the city of Ta’Vaalor will be opening a port, with Eastern waterways becoming a quicker and more desirable way to transport goods. Opening up many options to put Wehnimer’s on the map as a bustling trade metropolis. Along with the City-States, our Icemule neighbors have much to offer with the path to the Hinterwilds open, rare gems and hides become more accessible to be distributed to the west and the east. Having representatives from each city meeting on a board overseeing trade relations would be ideal to developing and establishing more imports and exports.
Town Defense/Recovery: Sir Guarrin recently curated a list of ways to increase the defensives of Wehnimer’s Landing. I would like the town council as well as other organizations within the town to combine forces and work to see these improvements happen. Along with that, Marshal Stormyrain has indicated a desire to start a war council when we are facing a great threat. I think both of these initiatives would be key to protecting our walls even further.
As far as recovery efforts, I would like to implement a team dedicated to ensuring we start getting back on track quickly after trauma. Cleaning crews to mop the signs of war, carpenters and painters to repatch our scars, and a facility to feed, cloth and support our citizens during any losses.
Arts/Culture: Our Great Houses and meeting halls are a wonderful example of institutions that keep performance alive. Our museum’s walls hold much of Wehnimer’s history and the library, I feel, has been neglected over time. I very much want to add to the shelves…and additional book shelves. New tomes, volumes, journals spilling stories of our pasts, displaying studies of our colleagues, or even whimsical stories. Fundraising efforts could prove to be successful in this cause. As a storyteller, I hope to research and dig into some tales and history of Wehnimer’s more deeply and bring those to life so others can learn.
I would also love to see festivals celebrating Wehnimer’s, cultural events, and celebrations to highlight the many facets of this frontier town. We have a great abundance of talent within these walls from adventures to Greater Houses to meeting halls to accomplish this.
Describe your connection to Wehnimer's Landing, your history with the town and its people, and why this makes you the best choice for councilor?
In my just under a decade of time in Wehnimer’s, my history and what I have accomplished fighting alongside the citizens of this town is plentiful. Many of you, I work and speak with on a daily basis--whether it be business connections or friendship. We attend each other’s events, consult one another for advice, share a drink at the Cutlass, or take up arms in battle.
I also served as Mayor Cruxophim's counselor in matters of Trade and Negotiation during part of his term. During this time, I negotiated an arrangement so Rodnay could be exchanged for stolen Plinite with Dennet Kestrel. This was a result of working with Mayor Cruxophim to pardon Stephos DeArchon and his wife Alendrial DeArchon so they could return to Wehnimer's Landing.
Originally I hail from River’s Rest and although Wehnimer’s is now my home, a part of me will always be a River Rat. Although River's Rest runs deep with culture, lore, and beauty, part of its charm are the stubborn denizens. They are rather set in their ways and so is the town itself--it is part of its charm and appeal. But I could not continue to bloom in River’s Rest and grow into the person I have become today by staying there. The reason I came to Wehnimer’s is the same reason I believe I am the best choice for town councilor.
As mentioned in another question, Wehnimer’s is a place of opportunity and it has given me much over the time I have been a resident. New faces are constantly arriving in town square, organizations such as the Darkstone Bay Consortium are building roots, and things are always in motion--We are a town vibrant and constantly in flux. It is imperative we do not get comfortable and truly expand on the town’s best attributes and help it fully blossom.
I came to Wehnmer’s to find my purpose and I would like to help it continue to do the same. As someone who believes in continual personal growth and education, I feel I am the right person to push the town towards its own betterment. We can still maintain its traditions while also helping bring in future changes.
Besides it being my home, I am invested in many organizations and groups within Wehnimer’s Landing. Due to my line of work, I find it important to keep connections in every town or place I visit. I am actively participating and attending others’ events. From galas to fishing contests to lectures, I believe involvement within the town and surrounding areas is imperative to keeping up community relations.
Do you belong to any organizations, inside or outside of Wehnimer's Landing?
Within the palisades of Wehnimer’s Landing I am involved in a few organizations. I lead as Negotiator of the Black Hand Trading Company, a mercantile company importing and exporting rare oddities and goods. Our headquarters is based in Wehnimer’s due to its centralized location to other avenues.
Since coming to this World, I have found enjoyment in fashion and textiles, which led me to join Elanthian Elegance with like minded individuals. Arranging fashion lectures and classes in a variety of related topics. I also act as a correspondent to the Town Crier team as needed--helping to create news’ summaries for current events and keeping the public well informed. In an effort to better the community, I am also a Guild Master within the rogue guild.
Recently, I became a member of the Darkstone Bay Consortium and one of Amos’ fireflies. On behalf of the Darkstone Bay Consortium, I host a series of lectures, discussions and interviews monthly. These events serve as a vehicle to educate the community on trade, mercantile services, and imports/exports within Wehnimer’s Landing and the surrounding areas.