Outlands to support Estrella AND Great Western War

[Sharon Colvin]

Recent announcement from the Outlands regarding their support of 
Atenveldt via Estrella AND Caid via the Great Western War.
 
> Warm Greetings from Helena,
> 
> Good gentles, Yesterday at The Toys for Tots Tournament in al-Barran His
> Majesty announced that for the most part the whole of the Outlands will be
> attending Estrella this year. However, in the interest of promoting peace
> and in further discussing the future of the GWW, He will be sending His
> Queen, Elisheva to Caid to attend the Great Western War.
> 
> Now, since *I* know that the Dec. OH will be late this month...(this is due
> to my getting it to the printer two days late and the printer being late
> because of the Thanksgiving holiday rush). I'm going to post the entire
> Royal letter here.  This may help further explain this announcement.  You
> may give copies of this letter to whomever you'd care to.
> 
>    From Their Royal Majesties
>         -Torin and Elisheva-
> 
> Unto the populace of these Outlands do We, Torin and Elisheva, send royal
> greetings and the warmest of tidings as we begin a glorious winter together.
> 
> It is Our greatest pleasure to rule this beautiful and powerful kingdom.
> We thank all of you who have helped us so much already.  Coronation was a
> wonderful event for us in many different ways.  Our heartfelt gratitude
> goes to the autocrat, Mistress Elaina de Sinistre; to Her Ladyship Tatiana
> who provided for us a delightful feast; to all the marshals who helped on
> the tournament fields; and especially to the good barony of Dragonsspine
> whose combined efforts made the event a great success.
> 
> At Our Coronation We were graced with many noble visitors from outside Our
> realm.  We send our deepest appreciation to Their Majesties, Eric and
> Nichelle, the Estrella War autocrats, and the royal entourage from
> Atenveldt.  We also wish to thank His Excellency, Sir Edrick, for his
> attendance, as he represented well the noble kingdom of Caid.  Our best
> wishes and congratulations go to Our brother at arms and native Outlander,
> His Royal Highness, Cathyn, for winning the Calontir Crown Tournament.  We
> also thank Cathyn and his beautiful Princess, Branwynn, for sharing company
> with us at Coronation.
> 
> Now to war.  The treaty negotiations for the Estrella War went very
> smoothly and quickly.  Archers WILL fight in all non-static battles (of
> which there are many).  There are a few new fighting scenarios which should
> be to everyone's satisfaction.  Fencers, prepare yourselves well for melee
> fighting, as there shall be a war point awarded to Our kingdom with your
> victory.  The point goes to the kingdom winning the best three out of five
> fencing battles. We know that you will do Us great honor.
> 
> The Arts & Sciences categories at Estrella this year will consist of
> cartography, glass working, and Arms/Armor (functional).  We would like to
> see a great number of our artisans participate in this competition.  We
> also ask our artisans a great favor.  As much as you are able, we would
> appreciate any contributions of your works that we may use as gifts for
> others during our reign.  By these gifts will your talents be shown here
> and abroad, and our kingdom will be further beautified.  If a donation is
> made, We ask that you include a small note with the creator's name and
> perhaps a brief description and/or documentation of the item so that this
> knowledge may be passed on to all interested.
> We look forward to meeting all of you during Our reign.
> 
>        TORIN   ELISHEVA
> 
>     FROM THE KING
> 
> We, Torin, shall lead the mighty force of the Outlands army into victory at
> the Estrella war.    We call upon Our knights, fighters, fencers, archers,
> artisans and their supporters to join Us.  While we have war on the Aten
> front, we shall make peace in Caid.  Our beloved queen, Elisheva,
> accompanied by certain of Our loyal subjects to attend her, will journey to
> Caid for the Great Western War.  Our friendship with Caid has never been in
> question and we wish to build upon this for the future.  Though We shall
> miss Our noble Queen in her absence, We have confidence that Our victory at
> Estrella will be assured while Queen Elisheva strengthens the Outlands'
> relations elsewhere.
> 
> The Outlands has always presented a true and honest face when dealing with
> its neighbors.  Over the past few weeks We have become aware of many
> slanderous words via the internet.  So far, We have seen none of this from
> Outlanders.  Still, We ask those who communicate with others outside our
> kingdom whether in person, on paper, by phone, or via the internet to
> remember that you are representing your kingdom.  The factual exchange of
> information is encouraged, but we frown upon rumor mongers and those who
> would slight Our Kingdom and the lands of Our Royal cousins with
> destructive and petty hearsay.  Know that Our oath to protect and defend
> the Outlands extends into the ethereal realm as well the physical one.
> Take care that your words and actions honor the Crown and Kingdom of the
> Outlands.
> 
> In Service to you through the Crown,
> 
>      TORIN
>