Ymiden Seasonal Events 717
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The first few trials of Ymiden see beautiful clear skies and warm weather; the season seems to be starting off in a very promising manner. Those few clouds in the sky a the cute and fluffy kind and the astronomy department in the University are very happy, as they are able to spend a lot of time stargazing. Temperatures are warm and it seems like winter is finally behind the inhabitants of Rynmere
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During these five trials the island is beset by a series of storms. Unusually, even Venora experiences these storms which are severe but brief, almost as though they are very angry, but just passing through. There is some damage to property and livestock during this time, and some lives are lost, especially in the more remote areas.
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For these trials, Rynmere experiences a rise in temperatures worthy of Saun. The skies remain clear and the nights are balmly.
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The residents of Rynmere get to have perfect summer weather for these trials and the latest fashions are seen in abundance as people spend more time outdoors.
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These trials in Rynmere are fairly "typical" Ymiden weather. Usually, the sun is out and the sky is clear, there are a few wispy clouds but that's all. However, these bright and clear times are punctuated by sudden storms and the odd gust of gale-force or hurricane-force wind.
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The temperatures stay pretty consistent during these trials and the skies remain largely cloudless throughout daylight and night time. It's hot, but not sweltering and it cools down in the evenings. The weather has been kind to farmers across Rynmere, and the harvest this arc is plentiful.
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Temperatures continue to rise and Ryns are able to enjoy wonderfully hot days and only slightly cooler nights. Farmers are pleased, but there is a need to ensure that irrigation systems are in place and working well.
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Some beautiful lightning storms hit the coastlines during these few trials, which leads to people setting up small camps on shorelines around Rynmere, with the aim of catching sight of one of these beautiful phenomena. Those who do say that it is beyond beautiful and even for those who don't, the weather is great and a number of impromptu parties break out.
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The end of Ymiden is the height of beautiful, temperate weather. The sun is bright, the skies are cloudless and the temperature is hot but not so hot that it becomes dangerous. That will happen, of course, as Saun comes in but for these trials the people of Rynmere experience some trials of truly lovely weather.
Seasonal Events
| 1st | On the first day of Ymiden (summer), the people of Rynmere honour The Sacred Seven, when the founders of Rynmere are celebrated for their discovery, loyalty, conquest, memory, justice, knowledge, and perseverance, but this is not a day of feasts, instead all Rynlists across the land who believe in the values of the Creed of Silence go without speaking or eating for the entire day in order to pay homage to their saints, Andaris, Venora, Warrick, Krome, Burhan, Endor, and Gawyne. Most businesses are closed on this day and people are free to stay home from school and work without fear of reprimand. On this day Andaris City and many of the regional outposts resemble a ghost town. | |
| 2nd | As the dawn of the 2nd Ymiden arises, town criers are heard up and down the cities, towns and villages of Rynmere. Notices go on notice boards and the information is given to all. Magic in all its forms has been outlawed in Rynmere. Later that trial King Cassander and his betrothed, Empress Emerson Sands, gives a passionate speech about the dangers of mages who have been allowed free rein for too long. Licensing requirements have obviously not worked and the recent attacks on himself, on the Iron Hand and on the innocent citizens of Rynmere for this. Those mages who were previously licensed and of good standing will be given clear and strict instructions and, save for those whose sacred duty requires them to learn it, magic will henceforth be restricted by Royal decree. | |
| 7th | A group of devout followers of Rynlism flock to the temples in confusion and frustration. The longer the engagement between King Cassander and Empress Sands continues, the more the people are getting upset. Was she not a holy woman? Were men not permitted to so much as glance at her? They bang on the doors, outraged and feeling that the Holy Empress has abandoned her post in exchange for power and aim for a chance to confront her. They are met with silence as the monks lock themselves in their chambers, much to the betrayal of their followers. | |
| 13th | The arena fights this season are well attended. It is obvious, however, that neither the King nor the Empress attends. Rumours fly about whether this is significant or not and whether it marks the beginning of a change for how Cassander deals with politics. | |
| 24th | The unexpected arrival of three Hiladrith ships, The Drunk Lady, The Bronze Cutlass, and The Blackbird spark excitement in the market. The three ships come laden with exotic goods from all around Idalos. Nobles and commoners both throng the marketplace for days after to examine and buy items they've never seen before. The arena makes a few auspicious purchases of new dangerous animals for challenges, hoping to coax Cassander attendance. The captain of the Blackbird is reportedly offered an invitation by the King to have dinner, sending a shock of deep worry through the remaining loyal mages of Rynmere. | |
| 30th | A jousting tournament is held in Andaris as a way to relieve the people of their fear. Knights, or anyone who feels they have the mettle, are expected to attend. Winners will receive a small consolation prize and a kiss from a fair maiden/fine gentlemen. | |
| 38th | A group of five scholarly "inventors" from the University have a private meeting with the King. They speak to no one on their way in, or their way out, and are guarded well when they leave. Headed towards the city gates with survival gear strapped to their back, they return seven trials later with one less member in their midst. | |
| 50th | A coalition of Licensed Mages attempt to smuggle out of Rynmere on a ship bound for Ne'haer, the Iron Hand surrounds the boat to take them into custody and a horrific battle breaks out, fires spread along the docks and into Andaris. Two former royal mages, Mayhew the Shield and Sayanna the Storm escape the confrontation and go into hiding, prompting a city wide hunt.The King offers a standing reward of 300 gold nels for any information leading to the capture of any renegade mages in Rynmere. | |
| 53rd | The last of the fires are finally quelled and four mages are executed for their part in the destruction and death that followed. The execution is public and the Iron guard deploys double their usual contingent to keep the crowd contained. The Proudwater, a Burhan merchant ship, is washed up to the Rynmere shores. The ship is devoid of a single soul and all it was carrying, but shows signs of a struggle. Miraculously, the Captain's Log remains intact, citing a previously uncharted island and the coordinates of its location. The Burhan family offer a generous reward for those willing to gather a crew and explore the coordinates for their missing men and property. | |
| 66th | A man was found tied up on the side of the road, runic markings carved into his skin and is now in critical condition. Healers are unsure they will be able to stabilize him in time, and whispers of cultists in the wilds begin to stir fear into those travelling outside the city walls. | |
| 77th | Kaleb Venora's name day results in elaborate and fine party, inviting all noble sorts, although House Warrick is unexpected to attend due to recently tense relations. Food and drink overflow, and the party is boasted as the most beautiful party of the season - with all of Venora in full bloom and the family looking their finest. | |
| 83rd | With the last day of Ymiden, a number of Biqaj group up along the shore line of Andaris, and the gathering quickly grows in numbers, with food being cooked on open fires and mead being shared. One or two trading crews offer passage to Rharne in exchange for able bodied men and women to assist in manning the vessel. |
Rumours from The Blacksmith Arms
Rumours from Ye Olde Inn
Rumours Discovered Through Bribing Guards
How Bribes Work: There are ten secret rumours every season. Five of them are silly, non-important rumours that lead to nothing, three are handy, and two lead to big plots or treasure. To purchase a rumour send a PM to Jade with the rumour you would like, numbered between 1 and 10 (with 5gn already deducted on your ledger). If the rumour has already been taken, your character will be thrown in the dungeon for three nights for 'trying to bribe a city guard'. There is an option to escape jail time by paying an extra five gold nels to the guard. Rumours that have been bought will be put up for everyone to see but can only be acted upon by the player who bought them. You're more than welcome to plot with said player to join in on chasing rumours, but saying the numbers used for rumours that have been bought will get you excluded in participating from buying any rumours for the following season.
Any of the ten rumours that are left undiscovered at the end of the season will become next season's tavern rumours.
Credit to Bumble Bee, Incubus, and Pegasus for helping to credit this season's calendar.
Rynmere Fashion
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Rynmere Society
Population: Start of the season the population has decreased following last season's illness at 18.6 million.
How do we determine this? Well, we don't. You, the players do. We would ask all players to start using the Impact Threads story tracker more. So, if you are a noble pc and you do a good deed, stick it in there. If you're a non-noble pc and you see / hear of something about the nobility - put it in.
For fairness, all noble houses will begin with the same current reputation. Reputation will be on a five point scale, as below:
| Revered | Positive | Neutral | Negative | Loathed |
An example of the kind of things which might be seen is below. In this example, we've used two families, one of whom had active pc's, the others did not. All Current Noble Houses Start At Negative Reputation with commoners, Neutral with other houses
