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| − | <div></div> | + | <div></div><br> <br>Court is on early this fine morning, with a considerable docket of matters to be discussed. Naturally, it stands that the most important items will take priority - and the first one being the latest issue of the recognition of an as-yet unnamed settlement north of Silvervein. |
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| + | The Good King is in attendance, along with Mione, although it appears that many of the court nobility and council have elected to be absent this early in the morning. Whether that bodes well for the motions being examined - well, that's another matter.<br> <br>High Lady Longtail is already seated, her tails flicking lightly behind her. In front of her, a stack of paperwork, quickly tucked away after a few moments. | ||
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| + | The she-cat makes sure to get comfortable, waiting for the king to officially open this court-session. Currently, the feline is dressed in an elegant, Shralestan-inspired garb.<br> <br>In contrast, Selena is apparently more interested in her book than the opening ceremonies and significantly less impressively dressed - the same clothes she seems to always be wearing still there as she waits for things to the proverbial wheels to begin turning.<br> <br>Cythim, a salamander, was wearing her red and white robe, made by shralestan tailors and more meant for socials events, and removed her hood from her head once she stood inside.;Once inside, she simply take place and patiently wait for the opening statement.<br> <br>Technetium has not stepped out of her normal garb, either, in the court looking rather awkward sitting there versus many of the more elegantly dressed, while she waits for things to begin moving. She glances around at the various members of the court as they enter, and at the various ones already sitting.<br> <br>Almost late to the party, Cassidy slips into the courtroom in her usual level of finery. Which is quite appropriate, as it turns out, with the fancy black and red dress. White ruffles billow around her ankles in her hasty pace as she settles in among the rest of the Solacious ilk that are in attendance today. She was most interested in hearing of such new settlements!<br> <br>"And the next petiton on the docket is by..." the Good King shuffles about the papers Mione hands him with his huge hands. "Ah, the potential legalisation of a new settlement, submitted by no other than the High Lady Longtail herself." He whispers something to Mione, then nods. "High Lady, I have read your report and am appraised of the facts contained therein. However, those of the court are not - and since this does involve an addition to the formal subjects of Sweetwater, I would like to open the motion to them, too. Please explain briefly to the court the situation, and why you think this impromptu settlement should be made a formal one."<br> <br>A nod, a small smile, as Flora sands up. "As members of the court may know, there is a small settlement just within Silvervein pass, commonly referred to as a bandit-encampment, yes," the she-cat rumbles softly, before pulling out a map of the area, holding it up, and pointing at the general location. | ||
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| + | "However... LongTech Industries has made a visit to the area, to investigate certain rumours... What we found, was a mostly peacefull setting that could, in theory, provide a forward base in defending against threats from, for example, Mossy Stone... After all, one of Sweetwater's encampments in that area /was/ lost only a few months ago."<br> <br>The King says nothing at first, but gestures at the court with a wave of his arm to open the discussion to all present. Almost immediately, the entire chamber erupts into a small hubbub.<br> <br>Raising an eyebrow, the wolfess shakes her head slightly. "So, you are certain that the 'Bandit' in the camp's name is a misnomer?" She asks, rubbing her cheek. "There are still raids in the Silvervein pass. For that matter, legitimizing a bandit encampment would serve what purpose for the beings living in it? I don't believe beings accountability for past crimes should be overlooked on the sole premise of not doing so anymore." She replies. "And for that matter, wouldn't it be reasonable to ask for a representative for the camp to petition for the camp's status as a settlement rather than have someone else request its legalization?" | ||
| + | Taking a moment to glance over to Flora, she adds; "Frankly I don't understand why this has been brought up by a being other than the camp's members personally, useful location or otherwise. Could you please elaborate on your position for me?"<br> <br>Technetium cocks her head slightly, then says, "Legalizing the encampment would also give us the right to put some form of law enforcement there, which would in turn hopefully cut down on the amount of raids happening if there were guards patrolling. Also, being able to put a taxation on goods sold legally would earn a few more coins for Sweetwater, although I'm sure they have enough already." She shuffles in her seat slightly.<br> <br>Cythim lowers her head slightly and closes her eyes, thinking. As she continue to hear the others, she simply ponders what she know and her arguments, waiting before she tries to say anything.<br> <br>Cassidy folds her hands in her lap, waiting and listening while her brow furrows gradually more. "I would like to hear from a representative of the camp, as well," she says, nodding towards Selena. "It is seldom that all beings are in agreement, but how -many- agree to such a thing? I am sure that there are several individuals there that may be happy living outside of the thumb of the crown. What of them? And how many are there that share such a mind and thought? That should be considered, lest it become an issue later."<br> <br>The King nods. "Miss Hearthkeep and Lady Solacious both bring up highly valid points. Please explain why you are speaking for the camp, High Lady, as opposed to a representative. Surely even amongst bandits, there has to be someone who does not currently have charges pressing on them, or is eloquent enough to make their own case? I would also like, for the benefit of the court, to have the other objections addressed in public."<br> <br>Flora smiles softly, unperturbed. Her ears are aflick, and she glances towards Selena momentarily. "Neither does Flora, no. Past crimes should not be forgotten or forgiven without reason. As such, Flora would like to suggest that the encampment as a whole could reach a settlement with the crown." | ||
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| + | "The main advantage for the encampment is, of course, legal protection. After all, are the citizens of Sweetwater proper not entitled to protection by the crown?" she asks after a moment, before smiling faintly. | ||
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| + | On the matter of a representative from the camp... Flora has spoken with one such being within the camp. And whilst Flora encourages direct negotiations, would they not be risking their freedom if they came to Firmament uninvited, and more importantly, unpardoned? As for those with a clean slate... As far as Flora has been informed, the camp has a certain hierarchy. It may be... Unwise to summon those that are not... Capable of speaking for the camp itself. Such would only cause internal strife, which, evidently, would not be good for negotiations." | ||
Revision as of 16:30, 30 August 2014
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30/8/477
Log
Court is on early this fine morning, with a considerable docket of matters to be discussed. Naturally, it stands that the most important items will take priority - and the first one being the latest issue of the recognition of an as-yet unnamed settlement north of Silvervein.
The Good King is in attendance, along with Mione, although it appears that many of the court nobility and council have elected to be absent this early in the morning. Whether that bodes well for the motions being examined - well, that's another matter.
High Lady Longtail is already seated, her tails flicking lightly behind her. In front of her, a stack of paperwork, quickly tucked away after a few moments.
The she-cat makes sure to get comfortable, waiting for the king to officially open this court-session. Currently, the feline is dressed in an elegant, Shralestan-inspired garb.
In contrast, Selena is apparently more interested in her book than the opening ceremonies and significantly less impressively dressed - the same clothes she seems to always be wearing still there as she waits for things to the proverbial wheels to begin turning.
Cythim, a salamander, was wearing her red and white robe, made by shralestan tailors and more meant for socials events, and removed her hood from her head once she stood inside.;Once inside, she simply take place and patiently wait for the opening statement.
Technetium has not stepped out of her normal garb, either, in the court looking rather awkward sitting there versus many of the more elegantly dressed, while she waits for things to begin moving. She glances around at the various members of the court as they enter, and at the various ones already sitting.
Almost late to the party, Cassidy slips into the courtroom in her usual level of finery. Which is quite appropriate, as it turns out, with the fancy black and red dress. White ruffles billow around her ankles in her hasty pace as she settles in among the rest of the Solacious ilk that are in attendance today. She was most interested in hearing of such new settlements!
"And the next petiton on the docket is by..." the Good King shuffles about the papers Mione hands him with his huge hands. "Ah, the potential legalisation of a new settlement, submitted by no other than the High Lady Longtail herself." He whispers something to Mione, then nods. "High Lady, I have read your report and am appraised of the facts contained therein. However, those of the court are not - and since this does involve an addition to the formal subjects of Sweetwater, I would like to open the motion to them, too. Please explain briefly to the court the situation, and why you think this impromptu settlement should be made a formal one."
A nod, a small smile, as Flora sands up. "As members of the court may know, there is a small settlement just within Silvervein pass, commonly referred to as a bandit-encampment, yes," the she-cat rumbles softly, before pulling out a map of the area, holding it up, and pointing at the general location.
"However... LongTech Industries has made a visit to the area, to investigate certain rumours... What we found, was a mostly peacefull setting that could, in theory, provide a forward base in defending against threats from, for example, Mossy Stone... After all, one of Sweetwater's encampments in that area /was/ lost only a few months ago."
The King says nothing at first, but gestures at the court with a wave of his arm to open the discussion to all present. Almost immediately, the entire chamber erupts into a small hubbub.
Raising an eyebrow, the wolfess shakes her head slightly. "So, you are certain that the 'Bandit' in the camp's name is a misnomer?" She asks, rubbing her cheek. "There are still raids in the Silvervein pass. For that matter, legitimizing a bandit encampment would serve what purpose for the beings living in it? I don't believe beings accountability for past crimes should be overlooked on the sole premise of not doing so anymore." She replies. "And for that matter, wouldn't it be reasonable to ask for a representative for the camp to petition for the camp's status as a settlement rather than have someone else request its legalization?"
Taking a moment to glance over to Flora, she adds; "Frankly I don't understand why this has been brought up by a being other than the camp's members personally, useful location or otherwise. Could you please elaborate on your position for me?"
Technetium cocks her head slightly, then says, "Legalizing the encampment would also give us the right to put some form of law enforcement there, which would in turn hopefully cut down on the amount of raids happening if there were guards patrolling. Also, being able to put a taxation on goods sold legally would earn a few more coins for Sweetwater, although I'm sure they have enough already." She shuffles in her seat slightly.
Cythim lowers her head slightly and closes her eyes, thinking. As she continue to hear the others, she simply ponders what she know and her arguments, waiting before she tries to say anything.
Cassidy folds her hands in her lap, waiting and listening while her brow furrows gradually more. "I would like to hear from a representative of the camp, as well," she says, nodding towards Selena. "It is seldom that all beings are in agreement, but how -many- agree to such a thing? I am sure that there are several individuals there that may be happy living outside of the thumb of the crown. What of them? And how many are there that share such a mind and thought? That should be considered, lest it become an issue later."
The King nods. "Miss Hearthkeep and Lady Solacious both bring up highly valid points. Please explain why you are speaking for the camp, High Lady, as opposed to a representative. Surely even amongst bandits, there has to be someone who does not currently have charges pressing on them, or is eloquent enough to make their own case? I would also like, for the benefit of the court, to have the other objections addressed in public."
Flora smiles softly, unperturbed. Her ears are aflick, and she glances towards Selena momentarily. "Neither does Flora, no. Past crimes should not be forgotten or forgiven without reason. As such, Flora would like to suggest that the encampment as a whole could reach a settlement with the crown."
"The main advantage for the encampment is, of course, legal protection. After all, are the citizens of Sweetwater proper not entitled to protection by the crown?" she asks after a moment, before smiling faintly.
On the matter of a representative from the camp... Flora has spoken with one such being within the camp. And whilst Flora encourages direct negotiations, would they not be risking their freedom if they came to Firmament uninvited, and more importantly, unpardoned? As for those with a clean slate... As far as Flora has been informed, the camp has a certain hierarchy. It may be... Unwise to summon those that are not... Capable of speaking for the camp itself. Such would only cause internal strife, which, evidently, would not be good for negotiations."
