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<div>== Meta ==<br />
Helmira Publishing is the real-world company set up in 2024, 12 years after the creation of Minecraftia with the mission of making the extensive world of Minecraftia available to a larger worldwide audience through the production and publication of multimedia products. Complimentary to this is the second mission, to ensure the future of the world of Minecraftia for years to come, which includes things like server and web hosting. <br />
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== In-World ==<br />
Helmira Publishing is the Kythiran Empire’s largest Publishing House, located in the imperial city Helmira. It has been responsible for the spread of many famous Minecraftian works.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Imperial_Kythiran_University_of_ArdoriaImperial Kythiran University of Ardoria2024-02-27T15:14:13Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>The Imperial Kythiran University of Ardoria is Minecraftia’s oldest university, although public centers of learning have existed since the Second Era, such as the Ancient Kythiran Library. It is also one of the largest academic buildings in Minecraftia.<br />
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The IKUA, often simply called the University of Ardoria, is located in the city of Ardoria, the capital of Ardoragh.<br />
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It is financed through public and private funds, including annual donations from the Von Roterstein Foundation and the Viromaro Foundation, as well as receiving a substantial sum of Florynts directly from the Crown.<br />
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Since its formation in the middle of the Fourth Era it has had many important alumni, including members of the Imperial family.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Prince_Charles_ViromaroPrince Charles Viromaro2024-02-20T23:14:31Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>[[File:Crown Prince Charles L. Viromaro.jpg|thumb|Crown Prince Charles Viromaro ]]<br />
Prince Charles Viromaro, formerly Crown Prince Charles Viromaro, was the heir-apparent during the late Fourth Era. He is the second child and firstborn male heir of Emperor Louis Viromaro and Empress Prisca Viromaro. He studied History at the Imperial University of Helmira. During the Kythiran Invasion of Imperius, he served in the Kythiran Imperial Navy as an Admiral, where he commanded the Second Attican Fleet, and was present during both the Battle of the Northern Sea and the Liberation of Lotric. When he learned of High-Lord Von Roterstein's failure to deliver troops for the war efforts, he challenged him to a duel, but the High-Lord either never received the letter or chose to ignore it. <br />
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After the war he returned to Helmira, where he continued to do his duties as the Crown-Prince, often working late in the White Gold Tower, serving almost as a regent for his father, Louis, at times. <br />
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Due to the Reforma Carta, not long after the war, he lost his powerful position. His father, Emperor Louis Viromaro was forced to abdicate in favour of his daughter, Charles' older sister Theodosia Viromaro, the current Empress of the Kythiran Empire.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/The_Imperial_HuntThe Imperial Hunt2024-02-17T22:33:15Z<p>Coetzeeclan: Created page with "The Imperial Hunt is an annual week long event organised by House Viromaro, and hosted at the Skaði Palace. == The Hunt == Although Hunts are organised from Skaði Palace all throughout the year, once a year ever since the rule of Emperor Alexander there has been a special Imperial Hunt. This equestrian event revolves around multiple days of hunting in the forests around the Skaði Palace. During the Hunt, these forests are closed by..."</p>
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<div>The Imperial Hunt is an annual week long event organised by [[House Viromaro]], and hosted at the Skaði Palace. <br />
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== The Hunt ==<br />
Although Hunts are organised from Skaði Palace all throughout the year, once a year ever since the rule of [[Emperor Alexander Viromaro|Emperor Alexander]] there has been a special Imperial Hunt. This equestrian event revolves around multiple days of hunting in the forests around the Skaði Palace. During the Hunt, these forests are closed by the First and Second Agricola Battalions of the Kythiran Imperial Legion. These soldiers are often referred to by the local populace as The Hounds. In these forests, the Emperor and his guests can hunt freely, usually on horseback, with the preferred target being foxes. Younger participants of the Imperial Hunt, usually the children of the guests are also invited along, usually hunting smaller animals such as rabbits. Royal servants help track other wild animals, such as cows, pigs and sheep, which are killed specifically to prepare that evening's meal. <br />
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After a day of hunting, the guests retreat back to the Skaði Palace, where staff prepares a feast from the catch of that day. The member of the hunting party that got the highest number of kills gets to sit at the head of the table. At the end of the week the hunting party member with the most kills gets taken to the royal chapel on the palace grounds, where they are crowned that years "King or Queen of the Hunt". <br />
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During the Imperial Hunt, it is tradition that there is at least one member of House Viromaro and one member of House Von Roterstein present. Other guests often include other Princes, Dukes and foreign dignitaries. <br />
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Other traditions are a royal ball held on the third day, a memorial service to Emperor Alexander on the fifth, and a concert at the palace's theatre on the sixth day. <br />
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== Controversy ==<br />
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* Emperor Alexander, after ruling the Empire for over 40 years, died on the fifth day of that annual's Imperial Hunt due to an accident. This caused the new Emperor, Louis, to cancel the hunt for three years. <br />
* The Imperial Hunt has been criticised as a ''"cruel blood sport"'' by some members of Kythiran and international society. Although it is still popular among the Kythiran upper class, and is still being organised once every year, the Empress Theodosia has not partaken in the hunt. Her younger brother, Prince Charles Viromaro, hosts the Imperial Hunt in her stead. <br />
* House Hjarta has often unsuccessfully petitioned against the Hunt. Although the Imperial Hunt often occurs in forests owned by the Duchy of Hjarta, their authority often gets overruled by House Viromaro. When Amantis Viromaro and Freya Hjarta were still married and alive, House Viromaro respected their requests and kept out of the Duchy's forests. However, after their deaths the Hunt continued, as it has to this day. <br />
* The local populations are not allowed in the forests for the week that the Imperial Hunt is happening, which is enforced through military action. In the past it has happened that poachers have tried to trespass, which would lead to there immediate arrest and execution for endangering the guests. Hunters that live around the forests where the Hunt takes place at are paid four weeks worth of wages by House Viromaro for their lost revenue.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Kythiran_Heads_of_StateKythiran Heads of State2024-02-15T23:54:44Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>The following is a list of all the leaders of the Kythiran Kingdom and Kythiran Empire, from the Second Era up to and including the Fifth. Of the four generations of House Viromaro that lived during the Minecraftian Dark Ages, it only mentions two, namely Prince John and the future Emperor Richard I. The others, although patriarchs of House Viromaro, never ruled over a state. <br />
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== Kingdom of Kythira ==<br />
'''SECOND ERA'''<br />
* '''†''' King William ''The Founder'' Viromaro: ''Former Riverlands Overlord. Founder of the Kingdom of Kythira.''<br />
* '''†''' King William II Viromaro: ''Fought the Kingdom of Helmsdeep during the War of the Valley Lands. Helped establish the Redstone Alliance.''<br />
* '''†''' King Henry I Viromaro: ''Lived during the Fragile Peace of the Second Era. Partook in the destruction of the Federation of Provinces.'' <br />
* '''†''' King Edward Viromaro: ''Killed during the Great Grief. His son, Prince John, escaped Kythira, and survived the Great Grief with much of the Kythiran Armies.''<br />
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== Kythiran Empire ==<br />
'''THIRD ERA'''<br />
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* '''†''' Emperor Richard I ''The Great'' Viromaro: ''Grandson of Prince John. Established the Kythiran Empire, conquered most of the old world, helped establish the Imperius Reich and brought the Kingdom of Ardoragh into the Empire''<br />
* '''†''' Emperor Francis Viromaro: ''Worked closely with House Ulv to conquer Ardoragh's south. Build the Palace of Summerhal, the first new Kythiran royal palace, setting a trend for future Emperors.''<br />
* '''†''' Emperor Henry II Viromaro: ''Conquered lands up to all the seas and beyond. Established the borders of the Kythiran Empire as they still are today.''<br />
* '''†''' Emperor Richard II Viromaro: ''Signed the Treaty of the King's Keep with the Imperius Reich.''<br />
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'''FOURTH ERA'''<br />
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* '''†''' Emperor Charles Viromaro: ''Established the Mediori Sea Fleet after allying with the Grand Duke of Lotric.''<br />
* '''†''' Emperor Philip Viromaro: ''Together with the Imperius Kaiser established the Republic of Aqumis.'' <br />
* '''†''' Emperor Charles II Viromaro: ''Died young'' ''crushing a slave rebellion in Southern Alcanzar.''<br />
* '''†''' Emperor Charles II Viromaro: ''Attempted to use ancient dark Helmsdeep magic to increase Viromaro power. Vanished.'' <br />
* '''†''' [[Emperor Alexander Viromaro|Emperor Alexander ''The Peacemaker'' Viromaro]]: ''Brought 40 years of peace to Minecraftia, improved relations with Ardoragh and Imperius, opened up trade. Died in a hunting accident in Western Ardoragh.'' <br />
* [[Emperor Louis Viromaro|Emperor Louis ''The Builder'' Viromaro]]: ''Expanded Helmira. Attempted to limit the powers of the High-Lords. Increased taxes across the Empire. Oversaw the Dervich Incident and the subsequent Kythiran Invasion of Imperius. Had to abdicate in favour of his daughter Theodosia due to the Reforma Carta.'' <br />
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'''FIFTH ERA'''<br />
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* [[Theodosia Viromaro|Empress Theodosia Viromaro]]</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/House_Von_RotersteinHouse Von Roterstein2024-02-03T11:58:54Z<p>Coetzeeclan: Created page with "House Von Roterstein is one of the Ancient Houses of Minecraftia, who currently serve the Kythiran crown as Kings of Ardoragh."</p>
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<div>House Von Roterstein is one of the Ancient Houses of Minecraftia, who currently serve the Kythiran crown as Kings of Ardoragh.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/The_Bay_of_SplendourThe Bay of Splendour2024-01-30T21:12:29Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>The Bay of Splendour is a large man-made bay that has existed since the middle of the Second Era.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Emperor_Alexander_ViromaroEmperor Alexander Viromaro2024-01-26T19:45:03Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>Emperor Alexander ''The Peacemaker'' Viromaro was a Kythiran Emperor who ruled over the Kythiran Empire in the middle of the Fourth Era. Under his leadership the Crown's powers were reduced, giving more autonomy to the Six Provinces. In an attempt to improve relations with the Province of Ardoragh he ordered the construction of the Skaði Palace, and held many balls in honour of House Von Roterstein. <br />
[[File:Emperor Alexander Viromaro.jpg|thumb|Emperor Alexander Viromaro]]<br />
His death after ruling for forty years during a hunting accident in Ardoragh led to the death of Prince Amantis and the coronation of Emperor Louis Viromaro.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Pax_MinecraftiaPax Minecraftia2024-01-25T22:39:49Z<p>Coetzeeclan: Created page with "The Pax Minecraftia was a period of peace between the nations of Minecraftia, lasting from the late Third Era, with the signing of the Treaty of the King's Keep, until the late Fourth Era, with the Kythiran Invasion of Imperius."</p>
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<div>The Pax Minecraftia was a period of peace between the nations of Minecraftia, lasting from the late Third Era, with the signing of the Treaty of the King's Keep, until the late Fourth Era, with the Kythiran Invasion of Imperius.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Emperor_Louis_ViromaroEmperor Louis Viromaro2024-01-25T22:17:37Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>[[File:Coronation Portrait of Louis Viromaro.jpg|thumb|Official coronation portrait of Emperor Louis Viromaro, age 39. ]]<br />
[[File:Empress Prisca Viromaro.jpg|thumb|Coronation portrait of Empress Prisca Viromaro, Louis' wife]]<br />
Emperor Louis Viromaro, known as Louis ''The Party Prince'' in his youth, Louis ''The Builder'', Louis ''The Despot'' (Only in Ardoragh) and later Louis ''The Warrior'' during his reign, and Louis ''The Unfortunate'' after his abdication, was the Emperor of the [[Empire of Kythira|Kythiran Empire]] during the last two decades of the Fourth Era. The start of his reign was considered a golden age of Kythiran absolutism, during which [[House Viromaro]] gained incredible wealth through mass taxation, the then-six provinces were losing more and more of their sovereignty, and the imperial city of [[Helmira]] received her largest expansion ever. <br />
[[File:Emperor Louis, Visionairy.jpg|thumb|"''Emperor Louis looking towards the Reich''" Imperius propaganda painting produced during the start of Louis' reign, when several skirmishes occurred between Kythiran and Imperius forces. ]]<br />
[[File:Emperor Louis fallen from grace.jpg|thumb|''"The Former Emperor at the Narrow Sea"'' portrays former Emperor Louis, age 61, at an unknown residence, in deep contemplation. In the distance, across the sea, are the white cliffs of the Raggisar Republic. ]]<br />
At the end of his reign he was partially responsible for the [[Dervich Incident]], the following [[The Raggisar Revolution|Raggisar Revolution]], and most importantly the [[Kythiran Invasion of Imperius]], the failure of which led to the [[Reforma Carta]], the end of Viromaro absolutism, the end of the Pax Minecraftia that kept the peace in Minecraftia since the late Third Era, and his forced abdication in favour of his daughter, [[Theodosia Viromaro|Empress Theodosia Viromaro]]. <br />
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== Youth ==<br />
Louis Viromaro was born in Ardoragh, in the [[The Skaði Palace|Skaði Palace]], when his father, [[Emperor Alexander Viromaro]] was using the then brand new palace for his monthly hunting trip. His younger brother [[House Hjarta|Amantis Viromaro]] was born three years later in the same palace. They both grew up in Helmira, until he was seventeen, when he was send to study at the University of Ardoria. Amantis joined him three years later. During their studies Amantis met Freya Hjarta, a woman of low Ardoraghi nobility. They fell deeply in love, and after their studies were completed got married and stayed in Ardoragh. <br />
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Louis mean-whilst went back to Helmira after his studies, with a personal disdain for Ardoraghi life, which he considered as uncivilised and old fashioned, using [[Winterhal|Fort Winterhal]] as his private residence. Here he would throw lavish parties with many esteemed guests from across Minecraftia, including [[Duke Thomas Mace of Lotric]], who was a personal friend of Louis and his best man at his royal wedding to Prisca Vinkhuys, the daughter of the then [[High-Lord of Attica]], when he was 30 years old. Like his younger brother, Louis too was married inside the [[White Gold Tower|White-Gold Tower's throne room]]. <br />
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Three years later their first child, daughter [[Theodosia Viromaro]], was born. In total he and Prisca would have 4 children. <br />
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== Reign ==<br />
The reign of Emperor Louis Viromaro started when his father, [[Emperor Alexander Viromaro|Alexander ''The Peacemaker'' Viromaro]], died in a hunting accident when Louis was 39 years of age. His brother, Prince Amantis, drowned on his way to the coronation. Tragedy struck again when the [[Imperius|Imperius Reich]] used the change in leadership in the Empire to wipe out the rebelious [[Duchy of Lotric]] in the [[Lotrican Genocide]]. Although he tried to send aid to the Lotricans and Duke Mace, he struggled with the bureaucracy of not yet being crowned, and the unwillingness of the provinces to send aid fast enough. <br />
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Following his coronation, he immediately fired Grand Chancellor Von Reventrad, who had served under his father, and initiated policies that focused on expanding the powers of the Crown, whilst repealing laws and decrees of his father that gave more independence to the Six Provinces. In order to fund his ambitious goals he increased taxes on the provinces ten-fold, draining their coffers. With the incredible wealth this gave him he ordered the renovations and expansions of the imperial city of Helmira, the largest construction project in history, even needing to hire labourers, craftsmen and architects from Imperius to make sure the project met his tight deadlines. <br />
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He also ordered the construction of the [[Sanssouci Palace]] in [[Kingdom of Attica|Attica]], one of the most lavish and expensive palaces of Minecraftia, but only visited it three times. <br />
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The elderly High-Lord of Ardoragh tried but failed to return the autonomy of his province, much to the displeasure of his eldest son, Lord Whazajottom IlIlIIlllI Von Roterstein. When the latter became High-Lord at age 35, when Louis was 55, after the retirement of his father, the leaders instantly clashed. When the High-Lord began demanding a return of his province' autonomy and a lower tax rate, the Emperor refused. In response to this, the Ardoraghi ruler began to close down border crossings and pay smugglers and pirates to evade the harsh Kythiran taxes. Because of this, the Emperor began to look for a potential House to replace the Von Rotersteiners as High-Lords of Ardoragh. When he learned that the Ardoraghi court had made all religions legal within Ardoragh's borders, going against Louis' Holy Cee Doctrine, the Emperor instead had the Ministry of the Interior draw up plans for a separation of Ardoragh into two separate, smaller provinces. <br />
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Before these plans could come to fruition however, the Emperor's attention was occupied by trouble in the east. The Dervich Incident led to the start of the Raggisar Revolution, which Louis saw as the opportunity to finally conquer Imperius and make all of Minecraftia a single state, leading to the Kythiran Invasion of Imperius. <br />
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== Revolution, War & Reforms ==<br />
The Kythiran Invasion of Imperius at the beginning was lauded as a great success, as the Kythirans successfully captured cities that had been part of the Reich since its inception, such as Dorwall and Chesterfield. However, when the warring parties of the revolution, that had devolved into a full civil war, began to unite their forces against the Kythirans, their quick march towards victory dragged to a standstill. A massive assault on Imperia was unsuccessful in capturing the Imperius' capital, partially because Louis insisted that a large part of the Kythiran forces would travel south, to capture and free the ruins of the Duchy of Lotric, 20 years after the genocide. Refusing to listen to the advise of his generals and admirals, he continued to plunge the forces into several failed attacks, until the Imperius forces eventually started to push the Kythirans back towards the Narrow Sea. <br />
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During this time, Louis spend almost all his waking and sleeping hours in the White-Gold Tower, going over battle plans, writing to the High-Lords to demand more soldiers, ships, weapons and Florynts, whilst also trying to continue the rule the fracturing Empire. <br />
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After a visit to her husband in the Tower, the Empress Prisca Viromaro took a carriage with the curtains down, to keep out the summer heat, to the Royal Helmsdeep Theatre Society to enjoy the premiere of a new opera about the Kythiran victories during the war. Goran Prodan, an Ardoraghi-Nationalist born and raised in a communal farm in southern Ardoragh, threw a bomb into the carriage. Unable to see the occupants, he assumed that the Emperor would be on board. The Empress died on the square in front of the Arch of Unity. Goran was arrested by royal guards, and executed by public drowning in the Bay of Splendour. According to eye witnesses, the Emperor ordered the punishment so he could observe it from a balcony of the Tower. <br />
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After the death of Prisca, the Emperor became despondent. He locked himself into his office, refusing to talk to any of his staff or members of his family. This did give the Kythirans a short run of success in the war, for it gave the supreme command of the armies back to the Grand Marshal and Admiral. <br />
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During the last decisive Battle for Imperia, a last ditch effort to capture the Imperius capital, the desperately needed Ardoraghi reinforcements never arrived, resulting in the loss of the battle and the Kythiran Grand Marshal deciding together with the Grand Chancellor and the Admiral of the Fleet to sign a peace treaty on the H.M.S. Eastera. Following this peace treaty, the civil war in Imperius continued, until the eventual success of the revolutionaries and the declaration of the Raggisar Republic. <br />
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In Helmira, meanwhile, the Crown was in a desperate position, where it need to pay for the rebuilding of her armies and navies, as well as pay reparations to the new Republic. To get this money, the Crown borrowed heavily from the Mercenary Bank, whilst also demanding large sums of extra tribute from her provinces. <br />
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Using the opportunity, the leaders of Ardoragh, Attica and Alcanzar, the largest provinces of the Empire, banned together and presented the Grand Chancellor with the Reforma Carta, a set of demands and reforms, in exchange for which they would help finance the Crown's rebuilding and reparations. <br />
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Knowing that the alternative would be a civil war that would be extremely hard for the Crown to win, the Emperor conceded with all demands, and together with the Grand Marshal and all the High-Lords signed the Reforma Carta into law. The last demand of the Reforma Carta was that Emperor Louis abdicated in favour of his first born child, which he did the very next day. <br />
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Because Louis had expected to make his oldest son, Charles Viromaro, who was two years younger than Theodosia, heir to the Empire, the former had been trained since he could walk to become the next ruler. Crown Prince Charles had served during the Kythiran Invasion as a general in the invading armies, and was well known as a Viromaro absolutist who even challenged the Ardoraghi High-Lord to a duel, but fearing that the crown prince might cheat, the Ardoraghi High-Lord never responded to this challenge. <br />
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Specifically because of this, the Reforma Carta demanded to make the oldest child the heir, forgoing the classical agnatic primogeniture that was the standard in the Empire up until the Carta, in order to increase their chances of moulding the new Empress into a more lenient figure. <br />
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== Post-Abdication ==<br />
After his abdication Louis left Helmira and public life for good, first moving into Fort Summerhal. With the younger Viromaro princes wanting to use the palace as a hunting lodge again, he was forced to move to the more remote and tiny Villa Isla de Peligro on the Narrow Sea. Other than his full private battalion of the Kythiran Legion and staff, he lives alone, refusing to see guests. His memoirs "Treason Within", where he blamed House Von Dragestein and the iniators of the Reforma Carta for the failure of the Kythiran invasion famously flopped.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Theodosia_ViromaroTheodosia Viromaro2024-01-25T21:13:43Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>[[File:Official State Portrait of Empress Theodosia.jpg|thumb|Empress Theodosia Viromaro's official coronation portrait. Under her left arm she has the imperial Kythiran flag, symbolising her power over the Empire. Under her right arm she has a globe, symbolising her ability to project imperial power across Minecraftia. On her chest sits a golden rose, the symbol for House Viromaro. ]]<br />
[[File:The Empress Theodosia.jpg|thumb|Empress Theodosia Viromaro at work]]<br />
Empress Theodosia Viromaro is the current head of state of the [[Empire of Kythira|Kythiran Empire]]. She has ruled since the start of the Fifth Era, ever since her father, the former [[Emperor Louis Viromaro]], was forced to abdicate in favour of her by the [[Reforma Carta]], following the defeat during the [[Kythiran Invasion of Imperius]]. Her rule has been characterised by mending relations with the [[The Raggisar Republic|Raggisar Republic]], increasing public support of House Viromaro, and improving relations between the six kingdoms and The Crown.<br />
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Her full formal title is: "''Her Imperial Highness Theodosia of House Viromaro, Queen of Attica, Queen of Ardoragh, Queen of Alcanzar, Queen of Camuria, Queen of the Heartlands and Queen of Redstonia, Grand Duchess of Helmira, Empress of all Kythira."''<br />
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== Youth ==<br />
Princess Theodosia Viromaro was born in the in the late Fourth Era in Fort Summerhal. She grew up in the Imperial Palace in Helmira. Once her younger brother, Prince Charles Viromaro was born two years later, it was assumed she would be married off in the future but would serve no further role in government. She studied medicine at both the Imperial University in Helmira as well as the Ardoria University. She was known as a hardworking, quiet student. In Ardoragh she was a frequent guest of House Hjarta, using her access to the Viromaro fortune to help support their efforts of conserving Ardoragh's rich nature reserves. In Alcanzar she petitioned High-Lord Vinkhuys to give the slaves more rights, including half a day every week off. <br />
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When the Kythiran Invasion of Imperius began, she and her brother, the now Crown Prince Charles Viromaro, were called back to Helmira to join the war effort. Charles was promoted to Admiral, and was put in charge of the Second Attican Fleet. Theodosia was send to the frontlines, serving as a nurse in Dorwall and Chesterfield. When the war began to turn, she was send back to Helmira, where she would stay in the Villa Altojardin, where she began work on a book about her experiences during the war. <br />
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== Ascension to Power ==<br />
The Reforma Carta suddenly brought Princess Theodosia back into the forefront. Article X stated: <br />
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"(...) ''the Emperor must abdicate his throne in favour of his first-born child, Princess Theodosia Viromaro.".'' <br />
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The Imperial Chancellor immediately took Theodosia under his guidance.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/War_of_the_Valley_LandsWar of the Valley Lands2024-01-20T13:37:38Z<p>Coetzeeclan: Created page with "{{Infobox military conflict | conflict = War of The Valley Lands | width = | partof = Raids on the Riverlands | image = | caption = | date = 0 AC | place = The Riverlands, Heartlands | coordinates = (coords) | map_type = | map_relief = | latitude = | longitude = | map_size = | map_marksize = | map_caption = | map_label = | territory = Valley Lands ceded to Helmsdeep | result = Helmsdeep..."</p>
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The '''War of The Valley Lands''' was a conflict fought between the forces of the [[Kythira|Kingdom of Kythira]] and the [[Kingdom of Helmsdeep]] in the Second Era. <br />
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== Pre-War Events ==<br />
The kingdoms of Kythira and Helmsdeep had their capitals located on two mountains; The King's Mountains, on which Kythira stood, and the Helms Mountains, where Helmsdeep was founded. In between these were the Valley Lands. A large valley consisting of mostly plains, and with a dense jungle to the east. <br />
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The Kingdoms were, compared to the nations of today, extremely small. Yet, the Kythirans were able to <br />
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==Cause==<br />
After the kingdoms of Kythira and Helmsdeep were founded, tensions soon started to arise. Though Kingdom in name, in truth the nations were more city-states, and thus resources were of relative scarcity. <br />
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The decision of King Mercenary to build his kingdom on the Helms Mountains, opposite of the King's Mountains, upon which Kythira was build, only added to this tension. Between the two kingdoms, a valley stood, open for troops to march swiftly to either side. <br />
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To protect their kingdom, the Kythirans occupied these Valley Lands, establishing several bunkers and trade posts. This annexation was not accepted by Helmsdeep, and they soon send their own forces into the Valley Lands, demanding resources in return for them stopping their occupation. Refusing this, Kythira sought to economically weaken Helmsdeep, blocking their trade routes with the Riverlands through land and the Narrow Sea. <br />
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In an attempt to keep diplomacy open, the Kythirans constructed Minecraftia's first international embassy, not meant for just nations, but all people of Minecraftia. This predecessor of the Minecraftia Forum however failed to maintain peace in the world, and, in search for resources to expand their kingdom, Helmsdeep forces began what would become known as the Raids on the Riverlands. Attempting to stop these raids, as hurting Kythira's trading partner was hurting the Kythiran economy, the Kythiran crown gave Helmsdeep several ultimatums, but none had any effect on stopping the raids. <br />
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Kythira had to resort to their last option, and declared war. <br />
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==The War==<br />
As the raids upon the Riverlands continued, a group of Riverlanders fled east, under the guidance of Lord Whazajottom, one of the First Men.<br />
==First Kythira Conference==<br />
As the raids upon the Riverlands continued, a group of Riverlanders fled east, under the guidance of Lord Whazajottom, one of the First Men.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/The_Ancient_HousesThe Ancient Houses2024-01-14T20:58:15Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>The Ancient Houses are noble Houses that existed during the First Era, in which time they were considered Minecraftia's Overlords. <br />
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All of them made their early wealth through controlling local mining companies. Some Houses, like Hurdræber, expanded their industry into agriculture. House Viromaro, House Vinkhuys, House Hurdræber and House Von Roterstein originally cooperated, living in the now-ruined First House. After the destruction of that home, they moved to seperate homes, and began expanding their wealth individually, though usually cooperating with other Overlords, ensuring their shared control of Attica and maintaining their safety against the tribes and savages from beyond Oldspawn. <br />
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Members of the Ancient Houses founded the kingdoms of Kythira, Helmsdeep and Redstonia. The Ancient Houses were also responsible for creating the secret societies of the [[Redstone Alliance]], the [[Rebel Alliance]] and the [[TNT Alliance]]. <br />
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Of the eight Ancient Houses, 4 still hold significant political power and 2 have gone extinct. <br />
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They all originate from the [[Kingdom of Attica]], specifically the Riverlands region. The Ancient Houses are, in no particular order:<br />
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* [[House Viromaro]]<br />
* [[House Vinkhuys]]<br />
* [[House Von Dragestein]]<br />
* [[House Mace]]<br />
* [[House Von Roterstein]]<br />
* [[House Ramonus]]<br />
* [[House Hurdræber]] (Extinct)<br />
* [[House Agricola]] (Extinct)</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/House_MaceHouse Mace2024-01-14T20:15:39Z<p>Coetzeeclan: Created page with "Ancient House"</p>
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<div>Ancient House</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Wealthiest_FamiliesWealthiest Families2023-12-28T16:00:07Z<p>Coetzeeclan: /* Nobility */</p>
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<div>This is a selection of the wealthiest families of Minecraftia, split by country and where applicable noble rank. <br />
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== Kythiran Empire ==<br />
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== Nobility ==<br />
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=== '''House Viromaro''' ===<br />
Family Home: Fuertera Castle<br />
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Worth: 193,000,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Alcanzar<br />
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Coat of Arms: A golden rose on a red cross on a white background<br />
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Noble Title: Emperor<br />
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=== '''House Von Roterstein''' ===<br />
Family Home: Fort Mörkren <br />
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Worth: 8,900,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: A red cross on a black flag<br />
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Noble Title: King<br />
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=== '''House Ulv''' ===<br />
Family Home: Fort Mörkren <br />
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Worth: 900,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: Stinky Flag<br />
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Noble Title: Duke<br />
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=== '''House Von Dragestein''' ===<br />
Family Home: Fort Mörkren <br />
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Worth: 3,100,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Heartlands<br />
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Coat of Arms: <br />
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Noble Title: Lord<br />
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=== '''House Hjarta''' ===<br />
Family Home: Fort Mörkren <br />
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Worth: 250,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: A Green tree on a white background<br />
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Noble Title: Duke<br />
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=== '''House Ravenshaw''' ===<br />
Family Home: Ravenscroft Castle<br />
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Worth: 750,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: A black raven on a silver background<br />
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Noble Title: Baron<br />
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=== '''House Van Der Linden''' ===<br />
Family Home: Linden Manor<br />
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Worth: 500,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Attica<br />
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Coat of Arms: A green tree on a blue field<br />
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Noble Title: Viscount<br />
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=== '''House Blanchard''' ===<br />
Family Home: Château Blanchard<br />
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Worth: 800,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Heartlands<br />
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Coat of Arms: Three white lilies on a red shield<br />
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Noble Title: Marquis<br />
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=== '''House Alberico''' ===<br />
Family Home: Villa Alberico<br />
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Worth: 600,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Alcanzar<br />
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Coat of Arms: A golden lion rampant on a field of green<br />
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Noble Title: Count<br />
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House Falkensberg<br />
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Family Home: Falkenhof<br />
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Worth: 700,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: A silver falcon on a field of gold<br />
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Noble Title: Baroness<br />
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=== '''House De Vries''' ===<br />
Family Home: De Vries Estate<br />
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Worth: 550,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Attica<br />
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Coat of Arms: Blue and white checkered background with a golden ship<br />
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Noble Title: Viscountess<br />
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=== '''House Montclair''' ===<br />
Family Home: Montclair Manor<br />
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Worth: 900,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Heartlands<br />
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Coat of Arms: A mountain peak against a sunrise backdrop<br />
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Noble Title: Marquess<br />
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=== '''House Sangiovanni''' ===<br />
Family Home: Palazzo Sangiovanni<br />
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Worth: 650,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Alcanzar<br />
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Coat of Arms: Red and gold stripes with a silver griffin<br />
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Noble Title: Countess<br />
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=== '''House Thornevale''' ===<br />
Family Home: Thornecrest Keep<br />
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Worth: 720,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: A thorny vine on a black shield<br />
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Noble Title: Baronet<br />
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=== '''House Van Der Meer''' ===<br />
Family Home: Meerhaven<br />
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Worth: 480,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Attica<br />
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Coat of Arms: Two crossed silver anchors on a blue field<br />
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Noble Title: Viscountess<br />
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=== '''House Beauchamp''' ===<br />
Family Home: Beauchamp Manor<br />
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Worth: 880,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Heartlands<br />
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Coat of Arms: Three gold fleurs-de-lis on a blue background<br />
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Noble Title: Marchioness<br />
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=== '''House Volterra''' ===<br />
Family Home: Villa Volterra<br />
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Worth: 680,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Alcanzar<br />
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Coat of Arms: Black and gold diagonal stripes with a red eagle<br />
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Noble Title: Count<br />
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=== '''House Silverwood''' ===<br />
Family Home: Silverwood Keep<br />
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Worth: 590,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: A silver tree on a green field<br />
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Noble Title: Baroness<br />
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=== '''House De Haan''' ===<br />
Family Home: Haan Estate<br />
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Worth: 520,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Attica<br />
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Coat of Arms: A black rooster on a yellow shield<br />
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Noble Title: Viscount<br />
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=== '''House Fontaine''' ===<br />
Family Home: Fontaine Château<br />
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Worth: 830,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Heartlands<br />
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Coat of Arms: Blue waves on a white background<br />
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Noble Title: Marquis<br />
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=== '''House Morelli''' ===<br />
Family Home: Palazzo Morelli<br />
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Worth: 630,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Alcanzar<br />
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Coat of Arms: Red and gold stripes with a silver lion<br />
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Noble Title: Count<br />
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=== '''House Blackthorn''' ===<br />
Family Home: Blackthorn Castle<br />
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Worth: 710,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: A black thorn on a crimson background<br />
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Noble Title: Baron<br />
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=== '''House Van Der Berg''' ===<br />
Family Home: Berg Manor<br />
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Worth: 480,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Attica<br />
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Coat of Arms: A snowy mountain on a blue field<br />
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Noble Title: Viscount<br />
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=== '''House Seraphim''' ===<br />
Family Home: Seraphim Keep<br />
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Worth: 920,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Heartlands<br />
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Coat of Arms: A pair of angelic wings on a celestial background<br />
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Noble Title: Marquess<br />
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=== '''House Bellini''' ===<br />
Family Home: Bellini Villa<br />
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Worth: 670,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Alcanzar<br />
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Coat of Arms: A golden bell on a burgundy shield<br />
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Noble Title: Countess<br />
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=== '''House Ironwood''' ===<br />
Family Home: Ironwood Stronghold<br />
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Worth: 550,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: A black ironwood tree on a silver background<br />
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Noble Title: Baronet<br />
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=== '''House De Groot''' ===<br />
Family Home: Groot Estate<br />
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Worth: 490,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Attica<br />
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Coat of Arms: Three golden tulips on a green field<br />
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Noble Title: Viscountess<br />
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=== '''House Valerius''' ===<br />
Family Home: Valerius Manor<br />
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Worth: 850,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Heartlands<br />
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Coat of Arms: A silver sword on a field of royal blue<br />
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Noble Title: Marchioness<br />
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=== '''House Malatesta''' ===<br />
Family Home: Palazzo Malatesta<br />
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Worth: 610,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Alcanzar<br />
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Coat of Arms: A red rose on a gold background<br />
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Noble Title: Count<br />
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=== '''House Stormwatch''' ===<br />
Family Home: Stormwatch Tower<br />
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Worth: 690,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: Gray storm clouds on a navy blue field<br />
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Noble Title: Baron<br />
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=== '''House De Witte''' ===<br />
Family Home: Witte Manor<br />
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Worth: 520,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Attica<br />
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Coat of Arms: A white dove on a sky-blue shield<br />
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Noble Title: Viscount<br />
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=== '''House Fontenot''' ===<br />
Family Home: Fontenot Château<br />
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Worth: 780,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Heartlands<br />
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Coat of Arms: Gold fleurs-de-lis on a burgundy field<br />
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Noble Title: Marquis<br />
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=== '''House De Luca''' ===<br />
Family Home: Villa De Luca<br />
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Worth: 640,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Alcanzar<br />
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Coat of Arms: Silver waves on a sea-green background<br />
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Noble Title: Countess<br />
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=== '''House Ashenridge''' ===<br />
Family Home: Ashenridge Manor<br />
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Worth: 720,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Ardoragh<br />
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Coat of Arms: A black ash tree on a silver background<br />
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Noble Title: Baronet<br />
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=== '''House Van Der Zee''' ===<br />
Family Home: Zee Estate<br />
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Worth: 480,000 Florynts<br />
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Kingdom: Attica<br />
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Coat of Arms: Two silver fish on a blue field<br />
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Noble Title: Viscount<br />
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== Titans of Industry ==<br />
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=== '''Family name: Duval''' ===<br />
Net worth: 600,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Duval family amassed their fortune through successful trade routes connecting the Kingdom of Ardoragh to distant lands. Pierre Duval, the current head, manages a thriving shipping business and is known for his strategic partnerships with overseas merchants.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Ardoragh<br />
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=== Family name: Becker ===<br />
Net worth: 450,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Becker family derives its wealth from skilled craftsmanship, particularly in the production of high-quality textiles. Johann Becker, the patriarch, oversees a textile mill that has become renowned for its luxurious fabrics.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Attica<br />
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=== Family name: Fontaine ===<br />
Net worth: 550,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Fontaine family made its fortune in the wine trade. Henri Fontaine, the current family head, owns expansive vineyards and a reputable winery. His wines are sought after by nobility and connoisseurs alike.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Alcanzar<br />
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=== Family name: Von Stein ===<br />
Net worth: 700,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Von Stein family is known for its investments in mining and metallurgy. Otto Von Stein oversees several prosperous mines that extract valuable ores, contributing to the Kingdom of the Heartlands' industrial growth.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Leclerc ===<br />
Net worth: 400,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Leclerc family has built its wealth through successful agricultural endeavors. Jean Leclerc manages vast estates, cultivating crops that supply the Kingdom of the Heartlands with a stable food source.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: König ===<br />
Net worth: 650,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The König family has prospered through banking and finance. Friedrich König, a shrewd financier, manages a reputable banking institution that facilitates trade and investments across the Kingdom of Redstonia.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Redstonia<br />
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=== Family name: Thiessen ===<br />
Net worth: 500,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Thiessen family's wealth comes from skilled craftsmanship in clockmaking and precision engineering. Wilhelm Thiessen's clockwork creations are highly coveted, attracting clientele from all over the Kingdom of Camuria.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Camuria<br />
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=== Family name: Moreau ===<br />
Net worth: 550,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Moreau family has established itself as prominent merchants, specializing in the import and export of spices. François Moreau's extensive network of spice traders has made him a key player in the Kingdom of the Heartlands' spice trade.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Schmidt ===<br />
Net worth: 300,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Schmidt family's fortune comes from a successful blacksmithing business. Heinrich Schmidt produces exceptional weaponry and armor, supplying the Kingdom of Ardoragh's military and nobility.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Ardoragh<br />
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=== Family name: Rousseau ===<br />
Net worth: 600,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Rousseau family has accumulated wealth through art and cultural patronage. Charlotte Rousseau, a skilled artist herself, manages an art gallery that showcases both local and international talent.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Attica<br />
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=== Family name: Zimmermann ===<br />
Net worth: 400,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Zimmermann family's wealth comes from skilled craftsmanship in woodworking. Hans Zimmermann's finely crafted furniture and intricate woodwork are highly sought after by the Kingdom of Alcanzar's elite.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Alcanzar<br />
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=== Family name: Müller ===<br />
Net worth: 550,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Müller family's wealth is rooted in the successful management of vast farmlands. Anna Müller, known for her innovative agricultural techniques, supplies the Kingdom of the Heartlands with a surplus of crops.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Dupont ===<br />
Net worth: 700,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Dupont family has amassed wealth through a successful trading company that specializes in exotic goods. Étienne Dupont, a seasoned merchant, has established lucrative trade routes connecting the Kingdom of Redstonia to far-off lands.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Redstonia<br />
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=== Family name: Lefevre ===<br />
Net worth: 500,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Lefevre family's wealth comes from skilled craftsmanship in jewelry making. Adeline Lefevre's exquisite jewelry designs have garnered the attention of royalty and aristocracy in the Kingdom of Camuria.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Camuria<br />
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=== Family name: Wagner ===<br />
Net worth: 600,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Wagner family's wealth is derived from successful investments in the burgeoning textile industry. Helmut Wagner, a visionary industrialist, has expanded the family's influence across the Kingdom of the Heartlands.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Charpentier ===<br />
Net worth: 350,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Charpentier family has prospered through skilled carpentry and construction. François Charpentier, known for his architectural prowess, has been instrumental in shaping the cityscape of the Kingdom of Ardoragh.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Ardoragh<br />
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=== Family name: Braun ===<br />
Net worth: 500,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Braun family's wealth comes from successful investments in the burgeoning coal mining industry. Ernst Braun oversees several profitable mines that contribute to the Kingdom of Attica's industrial growth.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Attica<br />
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=== Family name: Berger ===<br />
Net worth: 450,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Berger family has prospered through skilled craftsmanship in glassblowing. Sophia Berger's intricately designed glassware is highly prized, attracting clientele from the Kingdom of Alcanzar's upper echelons.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Alcanzar<br />
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=== Family name: Herzog ===<br />
Net worth: 700,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Herzog family's wealth comes from successful vineyard ownership and wine production. Ludwig Herzog's wines are renowned for their exceptional quality and are favored by the Kingdom of the Heartlands' aristocracy.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Müller ===<br />
Net worth: 400,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Müller family's wealth is rooted in successful farming and agriculture. Heinrich Müller's innovative farming techniques have made the family indispensable to the Kingdom of Redstonia's agricultural sector.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Redstonia<br />
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=== Family name: Laurent ===<br />
Net worth: 550,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Laurent family has amassed wealth through skilled craftsmanship in pottery and ceramics. Amélie Laurent's exquisite creations adorn the homes of the Kingdom of Camuria's elite.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Camuria<br />
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=== Family name: Klein ===<br />
Net worth: 300,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Klein family's wealth comes from successful brewing and distilling. Friedrich Klein's fine spirits are highly sought after, making the family a prominent player in the Kingdom of Ardoragh's alcohol industry.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Ardoragh<br />
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=== Family name: Dietrich ===<br />
Net worth: 600,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Dietrich family has prospered through successful investments in the expanding iron industry. Heinrich Dietrich oversees several ironworks that supply the Kingdom of Attica's growing demand for metal.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Attica<br />
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=== Family name: Lefevre ===<br />
Net worth: 450,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Lefevre family's wealth comes from skilled craftsmanship in leatherworking. Isabelle Lefevre's finely crafted leather goods are highly prized, attracting clientele from the Kingdom of Alcanzar's fashion-conscious aristocracy.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Alcanzar<br />
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=== Family name: Vogel ===<br />
Net worth: 650,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Vogel family's wealth is rooted in successful investments in the emerging paper industry. Klaus Vogel, a visionary entrepreneur, has expanded the family's influence across the Kingdom of the Heartlands.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Renard ===<br />
Net worth: 500,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Renard family has accumulated wealth through successful investments in the maritime trade. Éloïse Renard, a savvy ship owner, manages a fleet that plies the waters connecting the Kingdom of Redstonia to overseas markets.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Redstonia<br />
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=== Family name: Schneider ===<br />
Net worth: 400,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Schneider family's wealth comes from skilled craftsmanship in tailoring. Ludwig Schneider's elegant clothing designs are favored by the Kingdom of Camuria's fashion-forward elite.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Camuria<br />
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=== Family name: Blanc ===<br />
Net worth: 550,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Blanc family has prospered through successful investments in the burgeoning sugar trade. Marguerite Blanc's sugar plantations are crucial to the Kingdom of the Heartlands' economic prosperity.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Bernard ===<br />
Net worth: 700,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Bernard family has amassed wealth through skilled craftsmanship in clockmaking. Mathilde Bernard's intricate timepieces are highly sought after by royalty and nobility across the Kingdom of Ardoragh.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Ardoragh<br />
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=== Family name: Fischer ===<br />
Net worth: 350,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Fischer family's wealth comes from successful fishing and seafood trade. Wilhelm Fischer's well-managed fishing fleet supplies the Kingdom of Attica with a steady source of fresh seafood.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Attica<br />
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=== Family name: Leroux ===<br />
Net worth: 500,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Leroux family has accumulated wealth through successful investments in the burgeoning coal mining industry. Émilie Leroux oversees several profitable mines that contribute to the Kingdom of Alcanzar's industrial growth.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Alcanzar<br />
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=== Family name: Weber ===<br />
Net worth: 450,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Weber family's wealth comes from skilled craftsmanship in weaving. Karl Weber's fine textiles are highly prized, attracting clientele from the Kingdom of the Heartlands' aristocracy.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Schmitt ===<br />
Net worth: 700,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Schmitt family has prospered through successful investments in the emerging glass industry. Elisabeth Schmitt, a visionary entrepreneur, has expanded the family's influence across the Kingdom of Redstonia.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Redstonia<br />
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=== Family name: Martin ===<br />
Net worth: 400,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Martin family's wealth comes from skilled craftsmanship in woodworking. Jacques Martin's finely crafted furniture and intricate woodwork are highly sought after by the Kingdom of Camuria's elite.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Camuria<br />
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=== Family name: Müller ===<br />
Net worth: 550,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Müller family's wealth is rooted in successful investments in the emerging textile industry. Emma Müller, a shrewd businesswoman, has expanded the family's influence across the Kingdom of the Heartlands.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Klein ===<br />
Net worth: 300,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Klein family's wealth comes from skilled craftsmanship in brewing and distilling. Heinrich Klein's fine spirits are highly sought after, making the family a prominent player in the Kingdom of Ardoragh's alcohol industry.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Ardoragh<br />
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=== Family name: Wagner ===<br />
Net worth: 600,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Wagner family's wealth is derived from successful investments in the burgeoning iron industry. Elisabeth Wagner oversees several ironworks that supply the Kingdom of Attica's growing demand for metal.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Attica<br />
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=== Family name: Lambert ===<br />
Net worth: 450,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Lambert family has prospered through successful investments in the maritime trade. Pierre Lambert, a savvy ship owner, manages a fleet that plies the waters connecting the Kingdom of Alcanzar to overseas markets.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Alcanzar<br />
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=== Family name: Beaulieu ===<br />
Net worth: 700,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Beaulieu family has accumulated wealth through successful investments in the burgeoning sugar trade. Isabelle Beaulieu's sugar plantations are crucial to the Kingdom of the Heartlands' economic prosperity.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family name: Richter ===<br />
Net worth: 500,000 Florynts<br />
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Source of wealth: The Richter family has prospered through skilled craftsmanship in clockmaking. Wilhelm Richter's intricate timepieces are highly sought after by royalty and nobility across the Kingdom of Redstonia.<br />
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Place of origin: Kingdom of Redstonia<br />
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== Criminal Families (The Big Fifteen) ==<br />
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=== Family Name: Castellano ===<br />
Net Worth: 600,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Smuggling exotic goods<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Ardoragh<br />
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=== Family Name: Escarlata ===<br />
Net Worth: 550,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Counterfeit art trade<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Alcanzar<br />
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=== Family Name: Sombra ===<br />
Net Worth: 500,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Underground gambling operations<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Attica<br />
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=== Family Name: Cazador ===<br />
Net Worth: 700,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Black market arms dealing<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Camuria<br />
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=== Family Name: Rojo ===<br />
Net Worth: 650,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Illicit spice trade<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Redstonia<br />
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=== Family Name: Corazón ===<br />
Net Worth: 600,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Piracy and stolen goods<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family Name: Cruzado ===<br />
Net Worth: 550,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Smuggling precious gems<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Ardoragh<br />
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=== Family Name: Fuego ===<br />
Net Worth: 500,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Arson for insurance fraud<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Alcanzar<br />
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=== Family Name: Veneno ===<br />
Net Worth: 700,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Poison trade<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Attica<br />
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=== Family Name: Acero ===<br />
Net Worth: 650,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Smuggling contraband textiles<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Camuria<br />
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=== Family Name: Piedra ===<br />
Net Worth: 600,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Quarrying and selling rare stones<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Redstonia<br />
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=== Family Name: Mariposa ===<br />
Net Worth: 550,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Human trafficking<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of the Heartlands<br />
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=== Family Name: Tormenta ===<br />
Net Worth: 500,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Smuggling banned literature<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Ardoragh<br />
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=== Family Name: Eclipse ===<br />
Net Worth: 700,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Espionage and intelligence gathering<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Alcanzar<br />
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=== Family Name: Trampa ===<br />
Net Worth: 650,000<br />
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Source of Wealth: Tricking nobles in fraudulent schemes<br />
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Place of Origin: Kingdom of Attica</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Sanssouci_PalaceSanssouci Palace2023-12-28T02:24:43Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>The grand Sanssouci Palace, meaning Without Worry, is one of the largest palaces in Minecraftia. Property of House Viromaro, it is also one of the most remote residences in the Empire, sitting far in the north of the Kingdom of Attica on a small island overlooking the Northern Sea. <br />
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It is a rare building in Minecraftia, for it was designed by the famous architect Dr. MyGodness, though extensive renovations took place by Kythiran craftsmen straight after its construction. <br />
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The palace has many rooms, including libraries, ballrooms, indoor swimming room, theatre etc. <br />
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House Viromaro primarily uses it as a sort of private hotel, with both House Von Dragestein and House Von Roterstein having their own private apartments inside the palace, which made it, prior to the fall from power of House Von Dragestein, a perfect venue to discuss world politics in a comfortable, private setting. Today in the Fifth Era the palace has gotten less diplomatic use. Instead, younger members of the aforementioned Houses come to the palace to mingle and hold large parties, enjoying greater privacy than even a palace like Skaði Palace in western Ardoragh can offer, whilst her location directly on the coast offers plenty of opportunity for smugglers to directly bring luxurious and illegal goods to the party goers.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/The_Royal_Helmsdeep_Theatre_SocietyThe Royal Helmsdeep Theatre Society2023-12-28T01:55:08Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>[[File:Royal Helmsdeep Theatre Society.png|thumb|Headquarters of the RHTS]]<br />
The Royal Helmsdeep Theatre Society was founded during the Second Era by a group of citizens living in the Kingdom of Helmsdeep. With conflicts and wars happening across Minecraftia, they found it necessary not just to provide entertainment to the masses, but to preserve oral histories from even before the First Era in the form of plays and songs. Sometimes they would make more relevant plays, some of which would even make fun of organisations that did not officially exist, such as the Redstone Alliance, called the Order of the Pundits in their play "''A Crumbling Tower''". <br />
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During the Great Grief their theatre building survived much of the carnage, and on a smaller scale they were able to continue holding small, simple plays throughout the Dark Ages, always ensuring the favour of every [[Warlord]] that took control of the Ruins of Helmsdeep.<br />
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After the formation of the Kythiran Empire and the unification of the cities of Kythira and Helmsdeep into the imperial city of Helmira, the society came under the protection of the Kythiran Emperor, gaining the 'Royal' title. Ever since it has been tradition that a member of the imperial family opens every premiere. They were allowed to keep the Helmsdeep portion of their name, making them in some ways a rare relic of a past long-gone. They operate in numerous theatres across Helmira, but sometimes travel outside of the city, performing in cities such as Ardoria and even Imperia.<br />
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Although usually performing for the public, they are available - for a very high fee - for private shows. These are usually hosted by Kythira's wealthiest whenever they want to show a play or concert, often in places where Helmira's theatres are too remote, such as the [[Sanssouci Palace]]. <br />
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== Works ==<br />
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== Opera ==<br />
'''"Whispers of the Moonlight Sonata"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In the moonlit Alcanzari city of Melodia, a forbidden love unfolds between two musicians from rival opera houses. Their clandestine encounters set the stage for a haunting tale of passion, betrayal, and the power of the Moonlight Sonata to bridge the divide between them.<br />
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'''"Enigma in Emerald"'''<br />
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Synopsis: The grand opera house of Emerald City becomes the backdrop for a mysterious quest as a soprano discovers an enigmatic score hidden in the archives. Unravelling the musical enigma leads her on a journey through time and space, revealing secrets that could change the course of history.<br />
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'''"The Phantom's Serenade"'''<br />
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Synopsis: A phantom composer lurks in the shadows of the Helmira Opera House, crafting mesmerizing serenades. As the performers grapple with the allure of the mysterious music, a web of intrigue and jealousy unfolds, blurring the lines between reality and the phantom's haunting melodies.<br />
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'''"Harmony of Shadows"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In a world where music and shadows are intertwined, a talented opera singer discovers an ancient melody that opens a portal to a realm of shadows. As she navigates the harmonic landscapes, she must confront her inner demons and make a choice between the light of the stage and the allure of the shadow world.<br />
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'''"Echoes from the Abyss"'''<br />
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Synopsis: When an opera troupe explores an abandoned theater with a dark history, they unwittingly awaken echoes from the abyss. The spectral voices intertwine with their performances, blurring the boundaries between the living and the dead in a chilling symphony of the supernatural.<br />
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'''"The Sapphire Cantata"'''<br />
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Synopsis: Set against the backdrop of a royal court, The Sapphire Cantata follows the tumultuous love affair between a gifted court composer and a rebellious princess. Their forbidden romance unfolds through a series of intricate musical movements, each revealing the passion and struggles that define their destiny.<br />
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'''"Masks of the Masquerade"'''<br />
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Synopsis: The annual masquerade ball at the Helmira Opera House becomes a stage for intrigue and deception. As the characters don masks, their true identities are concealed, and a complex tale of mistaken love and hidden motives plays out in a symphony of secrets.<br />
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'''"Twilight Sonata Requiem"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In a world shrouded in perpetual twilight, a prodigious pianist discovers a long-lost sonata that holds the key to lifting the eternal dusk. As he embarks on a quest to perform the Twilight Sonata, he must confront the darkness within himself and overcome the otherworldly forces that guard the musical masterpiece.<br />
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'''"Aria of the Velvet Rose"'''<br />
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Synopsis: Amidst the opulence of a Second-era opera house, a diva's captivating aria unleashes a curse that ensnares the theater in a timeless enchantment. The performers must navigate the haunting melodies and unravel the mysteries of the Velvet Rose to break the spell and free their souls.<br />
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'''"Labyrinth of Lullabies"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In a surreal dreamscape, a group of operatic protagonists finds themselves trapped in a labyrinth of lullabies. As they navigate the ethereal realm, they must confront their deepest fears and desires, with each aria revealing a piece of the puzzle that could lead to escape or eternal slumber.<br />
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== Theatre ==<br />
'''"Mirth and Misrule in Oldspawn"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In the bustling streets of Oldspawn, a comedic romp ensues as two rival households engage in a festival of mirth and misrule. Mistaken identities, playful banter, and a series of comical events unfold, leading to a festive reconciliation that unites the city in laughter and celebration.<br />
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'''"Whispers of the Willow"'''<br />
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Synopsis: Set in the enchanted forest of Elmswood, this pastoral comedy follows the whimsical interactions of fairies, lovers, and bumbling rustic characters. Amidst the whispers of the willow tree, love potions go awry, and the forest becomes a magical tapestry of romance, laughter, and fantastical mischief.<br />
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'''"The Alchemist's Masquerade"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In the alchemist's laboratory, a masquerade ball becomes the setting for a farcical comedy of mistaken potions and absurd transformations. As the characters navigate the chaos of the masquerade, they discover the true nature of love and the comedic consequences of meddling with mystical elixirs.<br />
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'''"Riddles of the Courtly Sphinx"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In the court of King Mercenary, a mysterious sphinx challenges the kingdom with riddles that hold the key to a hidden treasure. As the courtiers attempt to solve the enigmas, alliances are tested, and true intentions are revealed in this Shakespearean drama of wit, intrigue, and courtly machinations.<br />
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'''"Echoes of the Enchanted Isles"'''<br />
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Synopsis: On a mythical archipelago, the play unfolds as a series of interconnected tales. Shipwrecks, sorcery, and star-crossed lovers populate these enchanted isles, and the characters must navigate the mystical currents of fate to find love, redemption, and a harmonious resolution to their intertwined destinies.<br />
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'''"The Jester's Jest"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In the royal court of Ardoragh, a clever jester weaves a tale of mistaken identities, witty repartee, and playful jests. As the comedic chaos unfolds, the characters find themselves entangled in a web of laughter, love, and revelry, with the jester holding the key to unraveling the delightful mayhem.<br />
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'''"Shadows of the Silent Moors"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In the desolate moors of Attica, a tragic tale of forbidden love and family secrets unfolds. The shadows conceal a haunting mystery that spans generations, and as the characters confront their past, they must navigate the treacherous terrain of loyalty, betrayal, and the lingering echoes of a bygone era.<br />
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'''"The Enigmatic Codex"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In the hallowed halls of a medieval library, a scholarly drama unfolds as characters decipher the cryptic pages of an ancient codex. The enigmatic text holds the key to unlocking a forbidden knowledge that challenges the boundaries of reason, faith, and the pursuit of truth in a world gripped by intellectual intrigue.<br />
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'''"Serenade for Star-Crossed Souls"'''<br />
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Synopsis: Against the backdrop of a celestial conjunction, two souls from rival celestial realms fall in love. Their union defies the cosmic order, setting the stage for a cosmic comedy of errors as celestial beings, mortal lovers, and mischievous sprites converge in a celestial serenade that defies the boundaries of the heavens.<br />
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'''"Revelry and Regret in the Rose Garden"'''<br />
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Synopsis: In the ornate gardens of the Duke of Kreonix's estate, an extravagant revelry takes a dramatic turn as hidden secrets and unrequited love come to light. The scent of roses mingles with the bitter taste of regret as the characters grapple with the consequences of their actions in a poignant tale of passion, remorse, and the fragility of love.<br />
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== Music ==<br />
'''"Harmonies of Helmira" by Seraphina Duvall (Third Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Seraphina Duvall, Helmira's esteemed composer, weaves a symphony that captures the essence of Helmira's landscapes and seascapes. The piece combines lively orchestral movements with melodic undertones, creating a musical journey that mirrors the vibrant spirit of Helmira during the Third Era.<br />
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'''"Elegy for Dorwall" by Maximilian Sturm (Third Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: In the aftermath of a tragic event in Dorwall, Maximilian Sturm's elegy mourns the loss and pays tribute to the resilience of the Dorwallian people. The composition, written in the Third Era, features somber strings, haunting woodwinds, and a melancholic piano, evoking a sense of collective sorrow and hope.<br />
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'''"Ardorian Overture" by Isabella Fiori (Fourth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Isabella Fiori, a celebrated composer from Ardoria, presents an overture that encapsulates the grandeur of Ardorian court life and the majestic landscapes of the kingdom. The Fourth Era composition combines elements of courtly dance, regal brass, and sweeping strings, offering a musical panorama of Ardoria's rich heritage.<br />
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'''"Chronicles of Kreonix" by Leopold Magnus (Fifth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Leopold Magnus, a visionary composer from Kreonix, takes inspiration from the kingdom's technological advancements. "Chronicles of Kreonix" is an avant-garde orchestral piece featuring redstone elements, capturing the pulse of innovation and progress that defines Kreonix during the Fifth Era.<br />
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'''"Solleria Serenade" by Rosalind Thorne (Second Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Rosalind Thorne, hailing from the serene landscapes of Solleria, crafts a delicate serenade that mirrors the tranquility of Sollerian meadows and cascading waterfalls. The Second Era composition features gentle strings, woodwinds, and the ethereal sounds of Sollerian harps.<br />
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'''"Kythiran Fanfare" by Octavius Vale (Third Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Octavius Vale, a Kythiran composer, celebrates the martial prowess of the Kingdom of Kythira with a triumphant fanfare. Written in the Third Era, the piece showcases powerful brass, dynamic percussion, and regal motifs, reflecting the military might and glory of Kythira.<br />
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'''"Helmsdeep Rhapsody" by Eowyn Stormrider (Fourth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Eowyn Stormrider, a composer from the Kingdom of Helmsdeep, creates a rhapsody that captures the tumultuous history and resilient spirit of the Helmsdeepians. The Fourth Era composition features dramatic orchestration, poignant melodies, and soaring crescendos that mirror the kingdom's enduring legacy.<br />
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'''"Redstonian Concerto" by Ignatius Emberforge (Fifth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Ignatius Emberforge, a renowned composer from the Kingdom of Redstonia, delves into the realm of experimentation with a concerto that incorporates mechanical sounds and industrial rhythms. Written in the avant-garde style of the Fifth Era, the piece reflects Redstonia's technological prowess and innovation.<br />
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'''"Imperian Nocturne" by Livia Aurelia (Third Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Livia Aurelia, an esteemed composer from Imperia, crafts a nocturne that encapsulates the elegance and sophistication of Imperian court life. The Third Era composition features lush strings, delicate piano passages, and the subtle nuances that evoke the grace and charm of Imperial society.<br />
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'''"Celestial Waltz" by Orion Starlight (Third Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Orion Starlight, a Dorwallian composer known for his celestial themes, creates a waltz that reflects the cosmic dance of stars. The Third Era composition combines celestial melodies with classical waltz elements, offering a musical portrayal of the celestial wonders that captivate the people of Dorwall.<br />
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'''"Siren's Sonata" by Melisande Oceanis (Fourth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Melisande Oceanis, a Sollerian composer, draws inspiration from the enchanting tales of Sollerian sirens. "Siren's Sonata" is a mystical composition featuring haunting melodies, ethereal choirs, and the hypnotic sounds of the ocean, capturing the allure and mystery of Sollerian folklore.<br />
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'''"Kreonix Innovations" by Thaddeus Gearspark (Fifth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Thaddeus Gearspark, a visionary composer from Kreonix, explores the synergy between music and machinery. "Kreonix Innovations" is a futuristic symphony that incorporates mechanic sounds, redstone beats, and innovative musical structures, embodying the technological marvels of Kreonix during the Fifth Era.<br />
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'''"Aria of the Golden Isles" by Isolde Sunfire (Second Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Isolde Sunfire, a composer from the Kingdom of Kythira, captures the essence of the mythical Golden Isles in her aria. The Second Era composition features soaring vocals, accompanied by orchestral arrangements that evoke the splendor and magic of the Kythiran isles.<br />
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'''"Helmsdeepian March" by Roland Ironheart (Second Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Roland Ironheart, a Helmsdeepian composer, creates a majestic march that celebrates the valor and resilience of the people of Helmsdeep. The Third Era composition features bold brass, stirring percussion, and triumphant melodies, embodying the indomitable spirit of the Helmsdeepian warriors.<br />
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'''"Redstonian Symphony of Automation" by Elara Cogsworth (Fourth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Elara Cogsworth, a composer from Redstonia, pioneers a symphony that mirrors the rhythmic precision of automated machinery. The Fourth Era composition features intricate patterns, industrial sounds, and dynamic orchestration, reflecting Redstonia's commitment to technological advancement.<br />
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'''"Imperian Elegance" by Cassius Valerius (Fifth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Cassius Valerius, an Imperian composer with a penchant for elegance, crafts a symphony that embodies the refined tastes of Imperial society. The Fifth Era composition features intricate chamber music, sophisticated melodies, and a sense of timeless grace that mirrors the enduring legacy of Imperia.<br />
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'''"Mysteries of the Moonlit Meadow" by Seraphina Nightshade (Second Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Seraphina Nightshade, a Helmsdeep-born composer, creates a piece that delves into the mysteries of moonlit meadows. The Second Era composition features enchanting melodies, delicate strings, and ethereal harmonies, inviting listeners on a nocturnal journey through Helmsdeep's mystical landscapes.<br />
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'''"Dorwallian Rhapsody in Grief" by Lucius Ravenshadow (Fifth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Lucius Ravenshadow, a Dorwallian composer known for his emotional depth, pens a rhapsody that explores the depths of grief and loss. The Fifth Era composition features poignant strings, mournful woodwinds, and powerful crescendos, serving as a cathartic expression of sorrow and remembrance.<br />
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'''"Ardorian Dance of the Elements" by Eleonora Emberwind (Fourth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Eleonora Emberwind, an Ardorian composer fascinated by nature's elements, creates a vibrant dance that embodies the spirit of earth, air, fire, and water. The Fourth Era composition features lively rhythms, swirling melodies, and dynamic orchestrations, celebrating the interconnected dance of the Ardorian elements.<br />
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'''"Kythiran Requiem for the Fallen" by Octavia Valerius (Fifth Era):'''<br />
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Synopsis: Octavia Valerius, a Kythiran composer with a penchant for emotive compositions, crafts a requiem that honors the fallen heroes of Kythira. The Fifth Era composition features solemn choirs, evocative strings, and a sense of poignant reflection, offering a musical tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of Kythira's defenders.</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/Ancient_OrdersAncient Orders2023-12-28T01:25:07Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>There are several organisations and orders, most of which no longer exist, in Minecraftian history. <br />
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'''Second Era:'''<br />
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[[Redstone Alliance]]<br />
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[[Rebel Alliance]]<br />
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[[The TNT Alliance]]<br />
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'''Third Era:'''<br />
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[[The Unific Order]]</div>Coetzeeclanhttps://wiki.minecraftia.net/index.php/House_Von_DragesteinHouse Von Dragestein2023-12-13T22:31:36Z<p>Coetzeeclan: </p>
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<div>{{Infobox noble house|surname=Von Dragestein|native_name=|native_name_lang=|other_name=|coat of arms=COA Von Dragestein .png|image_size=|alt=|caption=|type=Former Royal Family of the Imperius Reich<br />
(Today the Raggisar Republic)|country=[[Empire of Kythira]]<br />
[[Imperius Reich]] (Former)|estates=Drakenfort (Ancestral)<br />
Imperia Palace, Helmira|parent house=|titles=Lord<br />
Kaiser of the Imperius Reich (Pretender)|styles=His Imperial Highness (Former)<br />
Sir|founded=c. 0 AC|founder=Borus Von Dragestein|final ruler=Borous VI Von Dragestein|current head=Borous VII Von Dragestein|motto=Ever Eastwards|motto_lang=|motto_trans=|dissolution=|deposition=|ethnicity=Attican|cadet branches=|notes=}}The House Von Dragestein is one of the few remaining Ancient Houses, whose lineage is traced back to the First Era. During the late Minecraftian Dark Ages till the Fifth Era they dominated world history as the absolute monarchs of the Imperius Reich, until they were overthrown in the Raggisar Revolution of the Fourth Era. <br />
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== History ==<br />
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=== Origins ===<br />
House Von Dragestein was founded by Lord Borus Von Dragestein, a wealthy landowner near Oldspawn during the First Era. Their ancestral home, the Drakenfort, was one of the largest castles of the First and Second Era. Due to their neutrality, as well as being distant family of [[House Viromaro]], they were spared much of the raids by the Redstone Alliance. When the world collapsed during the Great Grief and the subsequent Minecraftian Dark Ages, they closed all contact with the outside world, staying in their fortress and being spared much of the death and destruction that occurred around them. House Mace, a now extinct member of the Ancient Houses, also lived in the castle together with their clan. <br />
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When the Kythiran armies and the surviving members of House Viromaro left their underground fortress north of Oldspawn, they were invited by Lord Von Dragestein to stay in the Drakenfort. <br />
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When eventually the Kythirans began conquering the Old World, they thanked Lord Von Dragestein by offering them a treaty, known today as the Treaty of the King's Keep. The Kythirans would take over the Drakenfort, whilst the followers of the Dragestein clan would be allowed to settle as an independent nation on the Island of Dorwall, in the Narrow Sea, with the added notion that all land east of Dorwall that they may colonise will also be part of the Dragestein sovereignty. <br />
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=== Birth of the Reich ===<br />
After the Island of Dorwall was fully settled, a great eastern expansion began, under the banner of the Unific Order and the<br />
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=== Fifth Era ===<br />
After the Raggisar Revolution and the formation of the Raggisar Republic, the surviving members of House Von Dragestein fled to the Kythiran Empire. Although they had lost all their material possessions in the former Reich, their account at the Mercenary Bank was completely untouched, allowing them to finance the construction of a new palace in the Kythiran capital Helmira. Here, they are surrounded by other wealthy diaspora from the former Reich, mostly former nobility and other Dragestein loyalists.</div>Coetzeeclan