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Adhomai Democratic Front Materials Seized in Zarr’jirah Mountains 30.12.2466 Efforts against the dangerous terrorist organization, the Adhomai Democratic Front, continue on in the southern regions of the Kingdom. The coalition of law enforcement and PMCG soldiers has found success in locating ADF cells but raids and attacks by the organization still occur in the south. Pamphlets raising false rumors against the government, Queen Shumaila, and the dearly departed King Vahzirthaamro Azunja have circulated among illicit circles in the Kingdom. A recent raid by the Raakti Shariim in the Zarr’jirah mountains has turned up an entire operation producing such slanderous materials. According to the leading officer of the raid, whose name has been left out for security reasons, the officers discovered the operation from an arrested moonshiner’s confession. The ensuing raid involved ha’rron mounted officers due to the harsh terrain of the mountains. A small detachment of PMCG soldiers assisted with monitoring the area in case of an ambush. The operation was housed inside a former grain storage building in a village. After breaking a window to throw in flashbangs (A freshly imported tool that momentarily blinds criminals) the officers of the Raakti Shariim entered through both the roof and the only door of the building. No officers were injured, however, of the 20 arrested 3 were heavily injured after resisting detainment. The operation was found to have several printing presses producing slanderous materials. The Raakti Shariim, due to being unable to transport the presses, ordered the building to be burnt to the ground after gathering sufficient evidence. By this time the village had been awakened by the sound of the raid. Attracted by the light of the blazing fire, they gathered at the former grain storage and formed a small mob. Many of the villagers attempted to block the path of the Raakti Shariim and their prisoner wagon, spurring the PMCG detachment to clear the mob by firing stun bolts into the crowd. The prisoners presently await trial in a prison in Olska. The findings of the raid were presented in the parliament. Grand Duke Akym Yudenikh raised his concerns that the ADF had embedded cells in the Zarr’jirah mountains, then advocated for hiring more PMCG soldiers to monitor the mountain ranges. According to the Grand Duke this would help secure the mountains while also being re-assuring for tourists visiting the mountain range. This was opposed by Prince Serhiy Oliinyk, who had raised concerns that the PMCG may needlessly escalate whatever tensions could arise from their deployment. Grand Admiral Mahtra Dynhaas initially suggested caution before a member of the Officers Party had informed the parliament that Field-Marshal Vyakelas Klyuchevsky was firmly against the idea. Dynhaas had then changed his opinion to support PMCG deployment. Prince Tscherim Sanguszkho suggested arming the descendants of Zarr’jiri heroes with more firearms allotted to them depending on how courageous their ancestors were. After some deliberation, Queen Shumaila has ordered the deployment of PMCG training officers to support the Raakti Shariim and local Royal Constables in the Zarr’jirah Mountains region.

Documentary on Quizosa Atomic Bombing to Begin Filming The Rhazkjara Valley continues to be reconstructed. Some villagers have returned to their homes, finding it barren but not wholly dead. Refugees from the junta of Rhaza-Akhran Ahem Kah’nrir populate what zones could be resettled. The plant life’s slow decline has been halted thanks to efforts led by the Shungsta Institute of Agrarian Science, although it remains to be seen how successful the restoration of plant life could be underneath the valley’s harsh conditions. As it approaches eight years since the People’s Republic of Adhomai dropped a hydrogen bomb on Quinzosa, killing scores of refugees and devastating the valley’s environment, the Rhazkjara Valley’s progress is in many ways a miracle of modern science. Amid these conditions, Crevan film-maker Mirrak Hokankat has begun filming a documentary covering the history of the valley and its reconstruction efforts. After months of delays due to funding, finding interviewees, and figuring out how to access the irradiated site of Quizosa itself, Mirrak Hokankat arrived in the Rhazkjara Valley with his crew this week. The film-maker outlined his intentions for the documentary in an interview with a reporter. According to Hokankat, while many know the story of Quinzosa, few know the details of what occurred and what damages the radiation brought onto the valley. The filming crew will split into three sets. One, accompanied by members of the Shungsta Institute, will focus on the environmental damage done by Rhazkjara and the reclamation efforts. The second will interview refugees in the valley to find first-hand stories of the atomic bombing and the aftermath. The third, led by Hokankat and hired scientists, will venture to the former site of Quinzosa to see what they may find. Locals of the valley seemed ambivalent to the idea of the documentary. Whatever residents were willing to discuss expressed worries that the documentary may be exploitative of the horrors inflicted upon them. No release date has been given for the documentary at this time. Doctor Aleksandra Hro’makar has supported the documentary and will reportedly feature in it for interviews. The Blue Party endorsed Mirrak Hokan’zir’s efforts, noting that such a documentary will be excellent for informing Adhomai’s population on the dangers of atomic weaponry. The party’s leader, Bakhteiarova Mirzakhani, has reached out to Hokan’zir with offers of assistance in finding survivors who relocated to areas away from Ras’nrr.

Mysterious Graveyard Thefts Continue 23.07.2466 Constables in Miran’mir remain puzzled by unusual thefts occurring in the city’s graveyards. Grave robbery is sadly no rare occurrence in the north’s graveyards. As an unfortunate fact of reality, gravediggers are often forced to be vigilant for any signs of theft or vandalism in the Kingdom. But these strings of thefts baffle the constabulary and terrify the citizens. Gravediggers at the struck cemeteries have little to report on the robbers aside from vague descriptions of all-black clothing and the speed at which they conduct their robberies. The gruesome details are left for the constables to investigate come morning. The horrific details link together these grave robbery cases. Each one of these coffins unlawfully dug up is not looted for any jewellery buried with the deceased. Instead, the heads of each corpse have been removed and the coffin is left lying open for workers to discover. It remains unknown as to why these graves are being targeted. Previous victims have included the theology professor Hakim Yas’miri, supposed miracle worker and Sun Priest Okegg Birkhaniz, and locally famous circus magician Harinana Zamkir. The unusual choice of victims has led constables to believe that the robbers are targeting graves at random for their disgusting acts. In 9 cases at separate graveyards, the constables have responded by increasing night patrols and establishing watchmen in graveyards yet to be struck by the graverobbers. All graves that have been robbed have been burials conducted this year. Any citizen with information that could lead to an arrest will be awarded with money and honours from the mayoral office of Miran’mir.

15th President Honoring and Respect Anniversary Celebrated by The Republic 30.05.2466 Citizens gathered in large crowds today to honor the great President Hadii and his accomplishments with the Party. In the capital of Nal’tor the Grand People’s Army orchestra played a fantastic concert for the President to begin the ceremonies. Afterward, Minister of Defense Irbaykhan Mirarkiizar took to the podium to declare how the Grand People’s Army has advanced greatly under the President’s sound mind and decisive action. Particular attention was given to the advances made in tesla technology. Many of these new war pieces were put for display in pavilions near the main stage that held the President and upper Party. Party Secretary Yakiv Hadii then went up to speak on the increased agricultural yields and continued success on Hro’zamal thanks to the President’s iron will against subversive activity there. The Minister of Technology Zhuldyz Hadii spoke heavily of the enormous strides made in Hadiist technology under President Hadii. The speeches concluded with enormous applause from the massive gathered crowd. Afterward Minister Mirarkiizar invited several veterans and active soldiers to speak on how the President’s improvements to the armed forces have saved countless lives on the battlefield. Among them was sailor Qasjr An’tiviu, who famously led a bayonet charge in defense of Camp Afterfall this year. An’tiviu raptured the crowd with his retelling of the story and drew cheers for his and his fellow soldiers’ bravery. Elderly citizens who were born during the First Revolution were assisted onto the stage by Youth Club members to give their startling accounts of life before the Republic. Several pavilions were set up this year to showcase advancements of the Party, the latest in arts and culture, and to tell the story of the President himself. Recent graduates of the Youth Clubs volunteered for these pavilions. Among the showcases was a screening of the hit film Midnight in Shastar City: Revengeance, several petting zoos of animals from Hro’zamal and other worlds, and a display talking about the bluespace gate construction. The enthusiasm this year was high as always, and many parents were thankful for the chance for their children to see the fruits of Hadiist labour in the pavilions. The Tau Ceti community this year opted to hold a street festival in Mendell City. Many attended to watch the recording of the Nal’tor ceremonies and to enjoy street food provided by local restaurants. Hro’zamal’s capital held a similar but much smaller public screening. Representatives of the Free Tajaran Council were invited to join, however, they were unable to attend due to an issue in their home of Himeo.

Rhazar'Hrujmagh Population Exploding in Nomadic Host 23.04.2466 Constabulary agents operating in the Nomadic Host region have released a public report on the region’s demographics. Since the Battle of Little Nav'twir Ranch, which left thirty dead and hundreds injured, tensions have continued to rise between Nomadic Host ranchers and the Rhazar'Hrujmagh residing there. Constables have been deployed to try and keep the peace despite reports of small skirmishes between the conflicting groups. But a recent report from constables attempting to count heads of the Rhazar'Hrujmagh caravans has revealed a shocking revelation that not only are Rhazar'Hrujmagh populations underreported, but they are also swelling rapidly. The report was presented in parliament to the sitting ministers, Queen Shumaila Azunja, the Crown Heir Zhakmar, and Field-Marshal Vyakelas Klyuchevsky. Dictated by veteran officer Zakarah To’mir, the report describes that caravans are larger than anticipated by the census. Some constables describe seeing several caravans that were numbering in the tens of thousands, while others mention that caravans appeared to be covering up how many members there were when asked by government agents. Furthermore, constable To’mir described how Rhazar'Hrujmagh families have begun to have children beyond the normal number for New Kingdom families elsewhere in the Kingdom. The chamber arose with cries of protest by members of the Royal Party, Officers Party, and some of the Commoners Party. A second census in the Nomadic Host region was requested by these protesting members, spurned by worries that the Rhazar'Hrujmagh are breeding too much for the land allotted to them. Some worried that the Rhazar'Hrujmagh were attempting to have more children to field a larger army in the future and push out the settlers in the region. Grand Admiral Mahtra Dynhaas and Grand Duke Akym Yudenikh both suggested a second census with constable agents assisting in head-counting the Rhazar'Hrujmagh population. Prince Serhiy Oliinyk questioned the validity of the report, stating that the caravans may simply be uniting together or having some other sort of population movement. Count Tscherim Sanguszkho argued that more Rhazar'Hrujmagh would be of great use for the New Kingdom as the horde could assist not only militarily, but also with the coming “soul-battle” as Rhazar'Hrujmagh are generally religious. The Count did not explain what a “soul-battle” was when asked by members of parliament and the Crown Heir. Field-Marshal Klyuchevsky somewhat agreed and said that as long as the king of the mountains Rustam Harmaliik and his heir remain royal, the Rhazar'Hrujmagh are simply providing more troops for the future. Queen Shumaila ended the debate by saying that there will be no Rhazar'Hrujmagh-specific census and that the Raakti Shariim will be deployed in larger numbers to watch over the region. No representatives of the Rhazar'Hrujmagh could be reached for comment. Leaders of farmer militias and wealthy ranchers in the Nomadic Host have lamented the trend, fearing that the Rhazar'Hrujmagh will eventually hoard the resources of the region themselves.

Archaeological Dig-site in Southern Ras’nrr Robbed An archeological excavation in Southern Ras’nrr’s Kolmari cave has come to a grinding halt following an enormous theft of site findings. The excavation, led by local archeology professor Yasmah Tssareoiv, was digging for artifacts from a Gunpowder Age grave site. After an amateur cave explorer had found centuries-old guns within it Tssareoiv began her mission to find and locate historical items there. In the previous month, the site made headlines for its interesting findings. Presented in the building’s storage site Tssareoiv showed off items such as banners collected from across Ras’nrr’s kingdoms, several ornamental swords, a rock nomad skull cup, and the findings’ jewel of a preserved general who was buried in his regalia. During the presentation, Tssareoiv also shared her theory that the general was buried in an unmarked cave by his soldiers with the intention of later recovering him and his riches. But when the excavators returned to the dig site following a week-long break to visit families, the entire collection they excavated was gone. Due to its remote nature, the site was protected only by a pair of officers positioned at the beginning of the mountain road leading to Kolmari cave. Neither of the officers had noticed anyone arriving or leaving during their shifts. According to investigators, the storage building had its lock forced open but the site shows no other signs of disturbances. It is unknown how and why the theft occurred otherwise and investigators are urging anyone with information to come forward. Tssareoiv has described the situation among her, her assisting students, and the hired excavators as heartbroken. The professor refuses to excavate further artifacts until the perpetrators are found and put to justice. For now, Kolmari cave will be cordoned off by officials, much to the dismay of Southern Ras’nrr’s growing caver community.

1. What is your current thoughts on parts of the setting where human and non-human lore cross over? Do you think there should be more? Less? What are the strenghs and weaknesses, in your eyes, of these crossovers? 2. What are your plans to advance the setting for the nations besides Sol? It obviously has gotten the most attention with active lore developments like with the article arc for San Colette, I am curious to know what you think other nations should be doing. 3. What is your thoughts on Off-worlders? Do you think they should be expanded, cut down, or removed?

1. What is your current thoughts on parts of the setting where human and non-human lore cross over? Do you think there should be more? Less? What are the strenghs and weaknesses, in your eyes, of these crossovers? 2. What are your plans to advance the setting for the nations besides Sol? It obviously has gotten the most attention with active lore developments like with the article arc for San Colette, I am curious to know what you think other nations should be doing. 3. What is your thoughts on Off-worlders? Do you think they should be expanded, cut down, or removed?

1. What is your current thoughts on parts of the setting where human and non-human lore cross over? Do you think there should be more? Less? What are the strenghs and weaknesses, in your eyes, of these crossovers? 2. What are your plans to advance the setting for the nations besides Sol? It obviously has gotten the most attention with active lore developments like with the article arc for San Colette, I am curious to know what you think other nations should be doing. 3. What is your thoughts on Off-worlders? Do you think they should be expanded, cut down, or removed?

1. What is your current thoughts on parts of the setting where human and non-human lore cross over? Do you think there should be more? Less? What are the strenghs and weaknesses, in your eyes, of these crossovers? 2. What are your plans to advance the setting for the nations besides Sol? It obviously has gotten the most attention with active lore developments like with the article arc for San Colette, I am curious to know what you think other nations should be doing. 3. What is your thoughts on Off-worlders? Do you think they should be expanded, cut down, or removed?

Are there any plans to integrate the Departmental or Lore discord into the main discord?

I do think we ought to just merge the other discords into one. The sections of the lore discord can easily be added as sections on the main discord with lore devs making requests to admins (Or whoever has power to edit channels) as to how their section should look. The departmental discord I'll be honest and say we can probably just scrap entirely. Questions about how mechanics work can be relegated to serious discussion or the general in the main discord, perhaps create a help channel if needed. The relay I have no idea on, frankly. I would say right now to leave it as it is but cut out all OOC channels and voice channels except for the requests one. But if someone has a idea of how to integrate its IC channels into the singular discord, then go ahead.

1. Do you feel that in some cases, lore for a species needs to be curtailed or altered to better be consistent with a vision for aurora lore as a whole? If so, what's some lore from a species you feel needs to be changed? 2. Do you think you're able to stand your ground in the event that a lore writer takes massive issue against your rulings as lore master deputy, such as blocking a project they've been working on from being canonized? 3. Times change and so does lore, many species over the years have experienced retcons and rewrites. Some for the better, some for arguably the worse. While I do doubt that any large scale retcons or rewrites will happen again, how would you handle a species maintainer wanting to make major retcons for their species? 4. There's a sense that one day lore might be "done". No more planets to add, no more cities worth writing out, etc. Do you think we're anywhere near that for any species or factions? What's your feelings on the idea that more species may have to focus harder on event arcs or article arcs to really add anything? 5. How will you try to make lore more accessible for new players? 6. Are there any practices or ideas currently existing in lore or being done by the lorestaff you feel has to stop? 7. What are your thoughts on the idea of "antag lore", like the retconned Dominian vampire House Haradis or the Secret of Ouerea easter egg? 8. Just for fun, faction or culture has your favorite "feel" or aesthetic to it?

Have any of your responses or views shared to answer these questions changed? If so, why?

Have any of your responses or views shared to answer these questions changed? If so, why?