Ta'Vaalor summer 2009 update (storyline)
Dateline 6/7/2009: ROADWAY FOUND LEADING FROM TA'VAALOR TO OLD TA'FAENDRYL
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 10634
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 6/7/2009 10:26:24 PM
Subject: Dateline 6/7/2009: ROADWAY FOUND LEADING FROM TA'VAALOR TO OLD TA'FAENDRYL
Sergeant Corilaera of the Vaalorian Army and a squad of citizen volunteers, on an exploratory mission investigating reports of increased creature activity north of Glaise Cnoc, have discovered the remains of an ancient elven-built road. This dangerous path stretches from the north part of the Ta'Vaalor graveyard to the Gyldemar Road, outside the approach to Old Ta'Faendryl.
Though apparently once grand and well kept, the route is now filled with dangerous obstacles that only the most well trained adventurers can traverse, as well as the occasional hostile creatures that can interrupt travel. High Lord Stewardess Tahlthi Vaalor has stated that the Vaalorian army will not tour this trail, and that anyone travelling upon it travels at their own extreme risk.
Dateline 6/11/2009: TA'VAALOR ANNOUNCES TARIFFS ON METAL IMPORTS AND MINING
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 10773
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 6/11/2009 12:19:47 PM
Subject: Dateline 6/11/2009: TA'VAALOR ANNOUNCES TARIFFS ON METAL IMPORTS AND MINING
The court of King Tyrnian Vaalor announced today that, in response to the projected city budget of 5109, additional taxes will be levied on ore produced by foreign interests. It is the stated hope of the court that these taxes will provide Ta'Vaalor's mining interests with a much-needed boost, helping the city close its budgetary gaps.
A majority of local arms and armor shops have, despite the measure, chosen to continue using ore imported from Zul Logoth and Wehnimer's Landing, citing greater quality. It is likely that the new tariffs will substantially increase the cost of weapons and armor produced by Ta'Vaalor's merchants.
Dateline 6/14/2009: HUNTING RESERVE AND MENAGERIE ESTABLISHED IN TA'VAALOR
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 10853
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 6/14/2009 1:20:20 PM
Subject: Dateline 6/14/2009: HUNTING RESERVE AND MENAGERIE ESTABLISHED IN TA'VAALOR
A member of the Royal Court of Ta'Vaalor, who insists on absolute anonymity, confirmed seeing an usual delivery of numerous species of exotic animals to Lord Chamberlain Retassal er'Anlan Vaalor at the Guardian Keep. Both wild and tame in nature, the animals were delivered to a large gated area inside the Guardian Keep grounds that is off-limits to all but the Royal family. Rumors abound as to the purpose of this delivery; most agree that a private hunting reserve and menagerie is the best guess.
Upon being asked about this delivery, Court officials deny any delivery happening, as well as the purported existence of any secret reserve.
Dateline 6/18/2009: NEW VAALOR TAXES ON LUXURY GOODS
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 10904
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 6/18/2009 11:48:24 AM
Subject: Dateline 6/18/2009: NEW VAALOR TAXES ON LUXURY GOODS
New taxes on the sale and purchase of fine jewelry and gems are the result of a late-night meeting of the King's Court in Ta'Vaalor. According to one court representative, the taxes "are a means of ensuring Ta'Vaalor's bright future by taxing luxury goods available to only a small percentage of the population." The official declined to be named.
The taxes are expected to increase the cost of jewelry and raw gems significantly, as well as slightly decrease the silver offered for raw gems. Reaction from local jewelcrafters was mixed, while the Ta'Illistim Rare Gems Exchange issued a statement in firm support of the measure.
Dateline 6/20/2009: KING TYRNIAN MAKES MAGNAMIMOUS GIFT TO CITIZENS
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 10914
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 6/20/2009 10:49:18 PM
Subject: Dateline 6/20/2009: KING TYRNIAN MAKES MAGNAMIMOUS GIFT TO CITIZENS
Commissioned by King Tyrnian, a solid gold statue of his Majesty has been erected in Amaranth Court. Previously the site of a tall carved elven obelisk, the statue depicts the monarch in a majestic pose, and has been presented as a gift to the citizens of Ta'Vaalor, "for their loyal service", according to a court representative.
One passing citizen was heard to remark, "It sure is shiny!"
Dateline 6/24/2009: TA'VAALOR CONSTABLE RESPONDS TO UNDEAD ACTIVITY
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 10940
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 6/24/2009 1:55:12 PM
Subject: Dateline 6/24/2009: TA'VAALOR CONSTABLE RESPONDS TO UNDEAD ACTIVITY
Constable Corath hel'Saeari Vaalor announced that after numerous reports, the Vaalorian Army has confirmed that undead activity has increased significantly.
The Vaalorian Army report increased activity in the cemetery, and to the south of Ta'Vaalor. Both Constable hel'Saeari and General Jaranzair urge citizens of Ta'Vaalor to remain calm and vigilant.
Dateline 6/29/2009: WORK STOPPAGES RESULT FROM TAVERNS AND PERISHABLES TAX
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 10965
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 6/29/2009 2:32:48 AM
Subject: Dateline 6/29/2009: WORK STOPPAGES RESULT FROM TAVERNS AND PERISHABLES TAX
The passage of the new Inns and Perishables Tax by the King's Court in Ta'Vaalor heralded work stoppages at two of the city's major inns. Workers at Malwith's Inn and the Legendary Rest stopped work for a brief period in the early hours of the morning when it was announced that their pay would be compromised to preserve prices in the wake of the new taxes.
City Guards were called to the premises as relations between the workers and their employers degraded. A hasty meeting with representatives from the Imperial Order of Bussers saw a resolution that preserved the workers' wages.
Prices are expected to escalate at local inns and places that sell food significantly.
Dateline 7/1/2009: FINANCE AND TRADE MINISTRIES ANNOUNCE STIMULUS PLAN
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 10976
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 7/1/2009 12:21:28 AM
Subject: Dateline 7/1/2009: FINANCE AND TRADE MINISTRIES ANNOUNCE STIMULUS PLAN
The Ministers of Finance and Trade today jointly announced a new economic stimulus plan to encourage trade between Ta'Vaalor and Kharam Dzu, the dwarven mining community located on Teras Isle. King Tyrnian has authorized a transfer of five hundred million silvers to the coffers of the Borthuum Mining Company in an attempt to encourage Kharam Dzu citizens to visit the Fortress and patronize local businesses.
When asked about the large sum, Exchequer Arnhal Kerithoth Vaalor stated, "Well, the coffers are overflowing, so His Majesty figured the larger the sum, the more the dwarves would come and spend." Commerce & Trade Minister Jatherthar Daeten Vaalor also commented, "This is just laying the foundation for a stronger future. When the citizens of Kharam Dzu show up to patronize local shops, we'll be building that habit for all future shopping purchases as well."
Local dwarven citizens were overheard debating the wisdom of such a donation, considering "the marked lack of proper ale this side of the DragonSpine."
Dateline 7/5/2009: AMID UNDEAD CONCERNS, GUARDS AROUND TA'VAALOR INCREASED
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 11007
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 7/5/2009 11:29:58 PM
Subject: Dateline 7/5/2009: AMID UNDEAD CONCERNS, GUARDS AROUND TA'VAALOR INCREASED
Further to recent reports on increased undead activity around Ta'Vaalor, the Court of King Tyrnian has announced that the Vaalorian Army will increase their current level of guard duty at all town gates, and increase the numbers of soldiers patrolling Ta'Vaalor.
Constable Corath hel'Saeari remains in close contact with both King Tyrnian and General Jaranzair regarding the situation. The Court of King Tyrnian would like to urge citizens to remain calm and vigilant, and remind citizens that their safety is paramount.
Urgent talks are set to continue throughout the coming days.
Dateline 7/8/2009: TYRNIAN LEVIES TAX AGAINST PERSONAL SERVICES
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 11018
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 7/8/2009 3:32:21 AM
Subject: Dateline 7/8/2009: TYRNIAN LEVIES TAX AGAINST PERSONAL SERVICES
Several small disturbances broke out on the streets of Ta'Vaalor in response to a major new tax on personal services authorized by King Tyrnian. The tax, which covers such basic services as locksmithing, portage, and merchanting within Ta'Vaalor city limits, has been called 'necessary' by the government and 'abominable' by critics.
The tax is expected to have far-reaching consequences. A number of local shop owners have voiced their disapproval of the measure, while noting that a corresponding increase in cost for their services is inevitable. Furthermore, both the furrier Ghaerdish as well as the local pawnshop owners state that the new taxes will force them to offer less silver to all items sold within their shops.
A representative of the Empath Guild was overheard as saying, "What's next, taxing us for our health?" He could not be reached for further comment and declined to be named.
Dateline 7/14/2009: HAS AID ARRIVED FOR TA'VAALOR'S UNDEAD PROBLEM?
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 11061
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 7/14/2009 6:44:09 AM
Subject: Dateline 7/14/2009: HAS AID ARRIVED FOR TA'VAALOR'S UNDEAD PROBLEM?
News of the current troubles in Ta'Vaalor has crossed the Dragonspine and is reaching far and wide. Latest reports claim that an Aelotoi scholar has arrived to assist, claiming to have the knowledge and power to solve the current undead problem.
Military Liaison Corath hel'Saeari Vaalor has confirmed that the Vaalorian Army is happy to accept the offered assistance and is confident that Scholar Alvarad is dedicated to the safety of Ta'Vaalor and its citizens.
Town guards have been overheard commenting on the friendly and helpful attitude of Alvarad.
RE: Dateline 7/14/2009: HAS AID ARRIVED FOR TA'VAALOR'S UNDEAD PROBLEM?
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 11069
Author: ABBOTTB
Date: 7/15/2009 6:47:25 AM
Subject: RE: Dateline 7/14/2009: HAS AID ARRIVED FOR TA'VAALOR'S UNDEAD PROBLEM?
Last night along Fearling Pass Liches, Wraiths, Shadows, Skeletal Destroyers, Beings, Dark Souls and other undead were crawling out of fissures in the ground. Strangely enough an Elf, a Faendryl and the Scholar teamed up. Working together the Elf and Faendryl held back the horde of undead, while the Scholar to studied the creatures. The Fearling Pass was cleared back to the Bog. And glasses of wine were shared when the dust had settled.
The Scholar I do believe wants to speak to the apparition, if not capture one of the creatures. Maybe someone like Tsalim, to whom the creature has spoken to, will be able to draw the entity forward.
Peace
Dateline 7/19/2009: HEALTH AND GOODWILL TAXES CAUSE HAVOC IN TA'VAALOR
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 11076
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 7/19/2009 7:26:16 PM
Subject: Dateline 7/19/2009: HEALTH AND GOODWILL TAXES CAUSE HAVOC IN TA'VAALOR
Announcement of a Health and Goodwill Tax in Ta'Vaalor caused a minor riot near the Amaranth Gate in the late hours of the day. The tax measure comes in the wake of a number of other tariffs levied as part of a beautification project for the martial city. City officials led by High Constable Corath hel'Saeari Vaalor quelled the disturbance.
The Health and Goodwill Tax has been levied against the Empath Guild and its suppliers, and early projections see it raising the price of medicinal herbs in Ta'Vaalor to untenable levels by the end of the current budgetary year.
Reaction from local empaths has reached an almost treasonous note. One healer, Skydust Songfawn, had this to say: "King Tyrnian had better not get hurt any time soon."
TA'VAALORS UNDEAD PROBLEM: NO MORE!
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 11086
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 7/26/2009 12:01:40 AM
Subject: TA'VAALORS UNDEAD PROBLEM: NO MORE!
The latest reports from the city of Ta'Vaalor suggest that the aelotoi scholar Alvarad has headed up a huge effort to find the solution to the frequent attacks on the city recently.
Corath hel'Saeari Vaalor has confirmed that a large hoard of undead have been slaughtered, and rather oddly, the apparition that has been plaguing the town was sucked into a gem and destroyed.
Military leaders of Ta'Vaalor are said to be heaving a sigh of relief as the city returns to its peaceful state.
Rumors persist that King Tyrnian will honor the scholar in some way for his bravery and defense of the city.
Dateline 7/29/2009: IN TA'VAALOR: SCHOLAR ACKNOWLEDGED FOR HIS HELP
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 11127
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 7/29/2009 10:58:17 AM
Subject: Dateline 7/29/2009: IN TA'VAALOR: SCHOLAR ACKNOWLEDGED FOR HIS HELP
The Court of King Tyrnian has today announced that King Tyrnian himself wishes to honor the aelotoi scholar Alvarad for his valiant efforts to defend the city of Ta'Vaalor.
The Court has confirmed that they will bestow the honorary title of "Guardian of House Vaalor" upon Alvarad.
Alvarad has expressed his extreme gratitude and pledges continued dedication to the safety of Ta'Vaalor and its citizens.
Dateline 8/4/2009: SCHOLAR OFFERS GIFT TO KING TYRNIAN
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 11139
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 8/4/2009 10:50:32 PM
Subject: Dateline 8/4/2009: SCHOLAR OFFERS GIFT TO KING TYRNIAN
Aelotoi scholar Alvarad, the Guardian of House Vaalor, has today presented King Tyrnian with a statue crafted in Cysaegir. The beautiful piece, now situated in Victory Court, is a giant statue of King Tyrnian himself.
Alvarad states that the statue is a thank you to the King for the bestowing of an honorary title recently.
Citizens of Ta'Vaalor have remarked that the statue is fitting, and a majestic representation of their king. Others have been overheard describing the statue as, 'gaudy' and 'unnecessary.'
Dateline 8/5/2009: VICTORY COURT TO BE RENAMED IN KING'S HONOR
Topic: Ta'Vaalor
Message #: 11145
Author: GS4-ALYIAS
Date: 8/5/2009 7:35:52 PM
Subject: Dateline 8/5/2009: VICTORY COURT TO BE RENAMED IN KING'S HONOR
In a surprise announcement by the King's Royal Council, Victory Court will be renamed in honor of King Tyrnian Vaalor and the newly delivered statue gifted by the scholar Alvarad. The newly named Tyrnian Court will be christened in a small ceremony at 10:00 P.M. by the elven standard on Niiman, the 6th day of Phoenatos, in the year 5109.
Several Ta'Vaalor locals have voiced moderate discontent over the change to the long-standing courtyard.