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Lord Charles,<br>
<br>
We can not thank you enough for the work you did in arming the Storm
Guard with our beautiful new Scutums, Maelstrom and Litany of Fear. I
was filled with such pride as I watched the Storm of Namron march
bravely into battle and drive the enemy from the bridge. With the
enthusiasm of our current warriors and the glorious stories of battle,
I do not think it will be long before the Storm Guard grows even more.
People are already talking about plans to build their armor so that
they can join the frey next year.<br>
<br>
In Warm Friendship,<br>
Donnchadh Beag mac Griogair<br>
Baron of Namron<br>
<br>
p.s. We are very aware of the time and love that was put into the
Kingdom Pavilion, and we will take very good care of it, despite any
shenanigans a certain Fool may try and stir up.<br>
<br>
Charles Asbery wrote:
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<p class="MsoNormal">To the Barony of Namron:<br>
<br>
I wanted to let you know that it was a great honor to have the Storm
Guard
fighting beside the Liondragon Guard for many of the battles. You Guys
Rock!!! I found your unit's enthusiasm, ferocity, and cohesion both
comforting and oddly familiar. I also know many other fighters in the <st1:state
w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Provence</st1:place></st1:state> who
feel the
same way and now carry an even greater respect for you. <br>
<br>
It takes a lot of dedication to carry a Scutum on the battlefield.
Weighing in at over 13 pounds, you must lug it over every grueling foot
of battlefield,
only to then be smashed into over and over again as the enemy tries to
break
not only your line, but your sprit itself. To even wield it properly,
you
must turn so that your back is completely defenseless to wrap shots.
To
top it all off, because all of your kills will be in EXTREAM close
quarters,
you must carry a very short weapon so that it will not get tangled in
the fray
of battle thus meaning that your kills will be few and very risky. You
sacrifice all of this individual ability so that others such as your
spearmen
and archers will have a safe harbor to weather the storm of battle and
a
foundation upon which to strengthen there own offensive ability. Those
of
you who carried a Scutum now share a bond with many Mooneschadeen that
will at
least get you a cheap beer and a pat on the back in our camp.<br>
<br>
Talking about camp, it was also good to camp next to you. The only
thing
better than your company was the beer and food you shared with us.<br>
<br>
I really enjoyed making your scutums at your Baron's request. I also
appreciate his advice and guidance about combat archery that helped us
field 4
crossbows this year.<br>
<br>
I hope that next year, you will bring forth even more troops to the
field
willing to loyally fight in your Barony's colours and add to the
strength of
our Northern Army. As such, if you need more Scutums for next year, or
even armour for that matter, I would be happy to help you.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">356 days till Gulf Wars!!!<br>
<br>
Lord Charles the Grey of Mooneschadowe<br>
<br>
<br>
P.S. I hope that the kingdom pavilion is worth more than $10. It
took a lot of people's time in the <st1:state w:st="on"><st1:place
w:st="on">Provence</st1:place></st1:state>
to paint the kingdom arms upon it.<br>
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