FW: SR - principality borders

[Rollie Reid]

What are your ideal borders for a principality in Ansteorra?

Mirrim
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I suppose that I have been the main proponent of the small 
principality concept, though my feelings are not strong on the 
subject.  But,

I have heard some, both within our region and without speak 
negatively of principalities, as the breaking of the Black Star.  A 
small principality will be easier to defend against such claims.  A 
small principality will not become a Kingdom quickly.

I have no ideal borders.  I felt that the idea needed a starting 
place, and since I live here I started here.  With Bjornsborg, and 
Bryn Gwlad, we have the minimum levels necessary for a principality. 
 Beyond there, I figure that we invite anyone within the Southern 
Region to join, but of course, we force no one.

The Western Region had not occurred to me until it was mentioned on 
this list, I never wanted such a large principality, but if they are 
interested, then I say we discuss it.

Now, back to the original question, ideal borders.  I-35 corridor, 
from Waco to Bjornsborg.  I would  restrict it to about 60 miles 
either side to I-35.  Do not get angry.  I will not be defending this 
position.  I do not care, nor do I want to restrict entrance into the 
Principality.  I do see a potential problem, though a minor one with 
our principality sitting astride the artery between two of the 
largest Baronies in the Kingdom.  Raven's Fort is on I-45 between 
Stargate and Steppes.  My suggestion would be expansion south to 
Seawinds and La Marche Sauvage, rather than east away from I-35.

Okay, let me have it.  But remember, that it won't make a difference, 
because I do not care a lot where the borders are drawn, except that 
I would prefer to avoid Houston, and Dallas-Fort Worth.  If we 
include all of Texas, then I see no purpose to a principality.

There's my two bits worth.  Obviously it was much more than two cents 
worth.

Conor

lucetis sicut luminaria in mundo

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