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Revision as of 21:39, 5 October 2023

The Resistance often wears black thorn shaped symbols for recognition and to let others know they do not stand alone. Symbol generated in Midjourney. Image created by midjourney by player of dendum with help by the players of Queatus uploaded by player of dendum.

History

Founded at the end of 5122 as a result of perceived aggression by the human Turamzzyrian Empire when it unexpectedly expanded north and claimed a new barony very close to Wehnimer's Landing, The Landing Resistance, also known as the Black Thorn Resistance, is a collection of individuals who support the continued independence and freedom of the north from foreign powers. A motley crew that generally rallies behind the idea of ongoing democracy and freedoms from feudal control.

Black thorn, a symbol of pain and strife
But in a world of turmoil, it took on a different life
A resistance rose up, with courage so bold
Their stories of struggle, forever to be told
They fought against tyranny, with hearts full of fire
Their voices echoed, never to tire
For justice and freedom, they stood tall
Their resistance, a beacon for all
With every step forward, they faced a new trial
But their strength and resilience, could never be defiled
Their love for their land, kept them going
Their spirits unbroken, forever glowing
Black thorn, a symbol of endurance and might
In a world of darkness, it shone so bright
The resistance lives on, their legacy secure
Their spirit and bravery, forever pure


Manifesto

It has come time to recognize the path forward even as we honor the path that brought us here to this place. We are a collection of those desiring Freedom, not bound by blood or ancient rites. We are the manifestation of Freedom in the North.


We declare that the ability to speak freely, unbeholden to titles born of stolen lands or hordes of silver, is necessary for the continuation of Freedom in the North. We do not silence and will rise up to defend against those who would.


We recognize that the Empire to the south is built upon lands stolen and never returned. We recognize that the Krolvin empire is built upon lands stolen and never returned. We believe that land should not be stolen or taken by a government against the will of those who inhabit and defend it. We shall fight any such taking of any lands in the North.

Inside the walls of the Landing and outside the walls, in the Free North, the Resistance does not condone the impediment of any to travel from place to place, shop to shop, or shrine to shrine and will rise up to defend against this. The freedom to travel is necessary for the continuation of life and the spreading of ideas in the North.

Whether it is Illoke, come to kill, or agents of empires, come to drag away a resident to the South for trials without consent, we recognize that freedom from fear is as important as any other. We will rise up to defend those of the North from all such threats.

In all other matters, the Black Thorns are governed as all free souls must be. Let no one voice speak for all. Let all the voices be heard equally and a consensus be reached so that we may reach the end of this road in the same spirit in which we took the first steps.

While our voices are many and varied, these are the core principles by which the Black Thorns stand. Only those who violate these principles need fear us.

Timeline - From a Resistance Perspective

Eoantos 4-5, 5122: The empire declared that it will form a new Barony of Darkstone "The new lands will reach to many edges of the Locksmehr River, and far west to Darkstone Bay. Such landmarks included within the new region will be the Graendlor Pasture, the mountainous ranges of Wehntoph, Sentoph, Zelatoph, and Thanatoph along with Melgorehn's Reach and Darkstone Castle." there is some confusion in the north about the extent of this new Barony but later clarifications says it comes all the way up to the Locksmehr River.

Eoantos 9-10, 5122: Elidal Dhenin is declared the new Baron and ruler of the Barony of Darkstone. Some question his qualifications other than being well connected and a rich merchant's son.

Eoantos 13-14, 5122: Wagons are seen approaching from the south but this turns out to be a trap for trolls and they explode taking many of the trolls with them. Some supplies and settlers arrived by the river instead, the river boats barely able to make the journey are washed away by the river after everyone disembarks.

Eoantos 19-20, 5122: Settlers from across the southern empire's lands pour into the north. They quickly establish a fortified camp.

Eorgaen 22, 5122: The first resistance meeting is held, called to by Wolfloner a free Tehir and he is joined by Urpy, Xanlin, Opalina, Maevie, Ulryka, Ceilia, Falvicar, Aidamo, Fahlo, Queatus, Gutstorm, and Dendum. The aggressive moves by the empire are discussed, it is decided on this first meeting to have no one central leading authority but instead act as independent bands, the idea to call for a vote to end the protectorate is discussed, some call for more physical responses but at this time that is decided against.

Eorgaen 30, 5122: : The number in attendance grow, a plan is made to call for the vote to end the protectorate while keeping an eye on the new invasion camp.

[Snippets of Conversation]

Lormesta 8, 5123 : Talmaris, a retired gate guard, is seen at Helga's. He speaks about some citizens having concerns with the way things are going in town.

[Snippets of Conversation]

Lormesta early month, 5123: During the early months of Lormesta the Black Thorns travel the city and talk to several organizations and individuals about a call to end the protectorate, some fear reprisal if they sign, others sign on willingly. During this time Saraphenia, Urpy, Ulyrka, Queatus, Dendum, and others reach out to many. It is decided that the majority spoken to are either neutral or anti-protectorate in outlook.

Lormesta 10-11, 5123: Word of the resistance has reached the new soon-to-be Baron, He says he hopes that the Landing will work to squash the movement. This is the first time the resistance is officially called the Black Thorns by outsiders, the name would stick North By Northwest - 2023-01-10 - Hire and Higher Walls (log)

[Snippets of Conversation]

Lormesta 13, 5123: The proclamation is posted on the doors of Moot Hall.

[Call for the Vote]

Lormesta 13-14, 5123: News of the call for a vote for independence reaches the human empire, so shocked are they by the idea of people deciding their own future they immediately ban any signatories from a diplomatic mission from Ta'illistim in Torre.

Lormesta 15-16, 5123: Mayor Thadston, a former knight of the empire and the overseer of the construction of the empire's outpost near the landing summarily rejects any unscheduled vote. North By Northwest - 2023-01-15 - Freepudiation (log)

Lormesta 23, 5123: In an unprecedented move Amos declares that the merchants of the landing will not serve anyone wearing a symbol of the Black Thorns, the reasons for this are not known. His poorly trained guards manage to anger several citizens who just happen to be wearing any type of thorn or even carrying the wrong runestaff.

Lormesta 23, 5123 The Resistance posts a response

[The Response to Thadston & Amos]

Lormesta 27, 5123: Mother shows up to a meeting of the resistance, peace between the Black Thorns and the Rooks is established for now. Mother invites any to join her as she takes a stand against the empire. North By Northwest - 2023-01-27 - Word to Your Mother (log)

Lormesta 27-28, 5123 : The rich merchant's son and Baron to be requests a meeting with the Black Thorns, oddly enough both sides seem to think the other desired to speak with them and both seemed to think they were being the better party by showing up. Queatus, Jadedragon, Ceilia, and Tikba speak to the Baron, Vaemyr also speaks. North By Northwest - 2023-01-27 - Thornabout is Their Way (log)

[Meeting with Baron]

Lormesta 28-29, 5123: Eddric Jovery, the Northern Sentinel of the Human Empire, sends words clarifying the status of the protectorate. He claims the empire has a final say on all trade, internal laws, and which foreign powers may set up near the landing. The empire claims the right to extradite anyone they wish for trial in the south. North By Northwest - 2023-01-28 - The Earl Unfurls (log)

Fashanos 27 5123: Members of the Resistance release The Free North News to provide information to the townspeople of the landing that was not controlled by the imperial authorities. Black Thorn Resistance/Free North News Issue 1

Black Thorn Resistance/Free North News Issue 2 Black Thorn Resistance/Free North News Issue 4 Black Thorn Resistance/Free North News Issue 5 Black Thorn Resistance/Free North News Issue 6

Lumnea 5123 : Jadedagan, a member of the Resistance, kills Drazinoth on top of the eastern guard tower. Drazinoth was an Arachne priest constantly attacking the town with spider creations.

Ivastaen 8-9, 5123: The Empire Strikes - Sir Thadston equipped with information from Proto-Baron Elidal conducts a raid on the Rooks, another resistance group in the landing. Members who are found are immediately executed, they get better, and then it is stated a trial would happen after the fact. It is also discovered the Imperial Merchant Amos had planted a spy in the Rooks. After this attack the Black Thorn's sent an offer of aid if needed to their fellow resistance group by way of Pukk. Rook activity died off afterwards being limited to minor skirmishes.

Sir Thadston would quickly lose the election following this incident.

Phoenatos 5123: Members of the Resistance track down rogue Imperial Captain Bodohal in the woods around the Landing. In an attempt to stop elements of the empire from rescuing him and helping him escape justice he was killed while attempting to flee the northern lands.

Phoenatos 10, 5123: Rumored Black Thorn Saraphenia is elected onto the town council with overwhelming numbers. A long tradition of the town choosing leaders who do not wish to be under the heel of the empire continues.

Invasion Maps

Here are the proposed borders of the new Barony of Darkstone, the land now claimed by the Turamzzyrian Empire.


Barony of Darkstone, created by GM Kenstrom.
Parts of the Barony of Darkstone rendered on an in game map created by Tsoran, created by the player of Dendum.



































See Also

https://discord.gg/n3szeXpe (Black Thorn Discord Link)