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News of the City
« on: May 18, 2013, 02:32:29 PM »
I will be posting happenings in the city that you hear about either in the paper or through word of mouth.
 
23rd Leenot 786 - Report from the canton of Barthelem - workers recently uncovered a clicker buried from the time of the War of Technology.  While excavating for construction of a new row of homes, the workers hit something.  After examination, they determined they should call in some experts.  The experts concluded it was an old clicker and cordoned off the area so they could better dig out the clicker.  Citizens are advised to remain clear of the area until the work is complete.

This story appeared in the Vabun Times and the Twin Cities Post.
« Last Edit: May 21, 2013, 10:50:45 PM by Asinjin »
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #1 on: May 18, 2013, 06:13:10 PM »
Max would like to go check it out

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Re: News of the City
« Reply #2 on: May 21, 2013, 02:35:29 PM »
26th Leenot 786 - A rare brazen daylight armed robbery took place at Exotic Buds in Mazarg canton.  The assailant entered when no one else was in the shop and demanded goods and coin from the owner, Herman Sfop.  The robber used a small blade and was in the shop for about a minute.  Passersby saw him flee the shop laden with bags.  He is described as a short human with average skin tone and no facial hair.  He was dressed in typically clothing for the weather; pants, shoes, shirt.  If any one has any information about this crime, please go to your local constable.  The owner is offering a reward for the return of his merchandise, unused.

This appeared in the Pom Daily.
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #3 on: June 01, 2013, 10:34:15 PM »
1st Mafeeti 786 - Today, Raygen the Liberator is due to arrive in the city.  His last appearance came a year ago and speculation is that his arrival precipitated the downfall of the notorious Barot's Guild.  Although some believe that his latest pilgrimage to Port Talp has to due with another guild, it is more likely that he has come to participate in the not so well kept secret conference to discuss the city's possible entry into the Coastal Sea War.  If that is his reason, it should not be doubted that his presence will mean that the city is going to be going to war on the side of the Republic; an action whose consequences cannot be predicted.

A summary of an editorial that appeared in the Journal of Alchemy
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #4 on: June 02, 2013, 05:31:49 PM »
1st Mafeeti 786 - Tomorrow is the arrival of Mae Lyn Jiron, renowned cellist.  She will be performing a series in the classic Horarian symphony Ta-Ma-Kathowian.

This appeared in the Talpan.
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #5 on: June 09, 2013, 09:58:22 AM »
4th Mafeeti 786 - In the canton Beledam, yesterday, a memorial service was held for Merte Klamont, hero of the War of Technology of the 250th anniversary of his death.  The man of words saved the city untold horror with his words, preventing the Tinkocracy from engaging Port Talp and allowing it to go mostly unharmed.  His death, at the hands of tinker extremists had the opposite effect the killers wanted, convincing the leaders of the Tinkocracy that the city did not need to be attacked.  Esteemed merchant and the founder of Rousal Cosmetics, Livianna Rosaul, gave a talk about the man.  She is the only living person known to have talked to him.
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #6 on: June 19, 2013, 04:57:21 PM »
6th Mafeeti 786 - The Tower of Time was destroyed by an unknown assailant.  By the time the powers came to depend the tower, the destruction was complete, although the battle that ensued was monstrous in scope.  Chaos magic on a scale not seen since the time of Bart reigned down.  The Marshall herself arrived to deal with the problem and was able to drive off whoever it was that attacked the tower.  Before her valiant effort, a dozen wizards were killed, including most of the Chronomancers.  (note that the article is much longer, but I will only go into detail if any of the rogues has a particular interest).

This appeared in The World Beyond, and is listed as a story from Iott.
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #7 on: June 19, 2013, 05:47:59 PM »
Any articles dealing with the decision to enter the war ?

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Re: News of the City
« Reply #8 on: June 19, 2013, 05:58:07 PM »
Max wonders aloud: Wouldn't it be easier to just call it a clock? I mean its not actually made of time right? And can't the "time wizards" just fix this by going back in time and be better prepared? Whose in charge down there, these things are easy to fix.  What's a chronomancer? 

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Re: News of the City
« Reply #9 on: June 19, 2013, 07:13:05 PM »
Any articles dealing with the decision to enter the war ?

Two papers that you see (note that most aren't daily, some aren't distributed near you, and some don't report local news).

From the Ten Minutes: "City Leaders decide to enter Coastal War on side of Destroytian Republic.  Measures to be taken yet to be announced.  Look out for tricksters trying to take advantage of the war.  No draft is in effect.  No taxes have been levied."

From the Pom Daily: "Yesterday it was announced at various public forums that the leaders of our city have decided to take us to war with the Horarians.  The decision was a laborious one that only came to a conclusion with the events of rogue Horarians who used slaves to bring ore into the city to sell.  The emotion of that incident from last week has allowed the leaders to bring enough pressure to those that had held out against war to force their hand in voting for war.  In the days and weeks ahead, expect to see taxes and regulations, which will fly in the face of the tenants of freedom that is the excuse for entry into this war."
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #10 on: June 21, 2013, 03:06:26 PM »
7th Mafeeti 786 - Tomorrow begins the week long annual festival of music hosted by the college of Port Talp.  Mae Lyn Jiron, renowned cellist, who has been in the city performing will be performing.  Although she is the most renowned musician to be joining the festival this year, she is not alone.  The Student Choir and Orchestra of the Academy of Music and Song in Amansky will be in attendance.  Halfling weathersinger, Hermly Stormbreaker, will be performing.  The cost is the same as last year, 1 silver per person per day.  Some performances have an additional cost.

This appeared in the Talpan.
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #11 on: June 24, 2013, 10:29:26 AM »
9th Mafeeti 786 - A swim advisory has been issued for the north peninsula coast.  A fisher reported and the clerics confirmed the presence of a school of coastal sharks.  Residents are advised to avoid the beach for the next week while the sharks are hunted and / or disperse.

This appeared in the Twin City Post.
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #12 on: June 24, 2013, 10:31:47 AM »
9th Mafeeti 786 - A swim advisory has been issued for the north peninsula coast.  A fisher reported and the clerics confirmed the presence of a school of coastal sharks.  Residents are advised to avoid the beach for the next week while the sharks are hunted and / or disperse.

This appeared in the Twin City Post.


Hunting of sharks huh.. There a animal guard on a orca out there?


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Re: News of the City
« Reply #13 on: July 04, 2013, 10:23:10 PM »
12th Mafeeti 786 - The majority of cantons on the tech side of the city passed new regulations regarding the use of water through the piping system.  These restrictions will make sure the water is cleanly and potable.  The move has been opposed by the leaders of the mage side, who do not want to spend the time and coin to update their already outdated water systems.  Despite their threats and opposition, the counselors and block captains of most of the tech side cantons joined together and passed these regulations.  Thanks to the mayor and the duke for their help in these new regulations.

Printed in the Pom Daily.
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Re: News of the City
« Reply #14 on: July 12, 2013, 06:36:04 PM »
13th Mafeeti 786 - In a surprise visit, the Layraedian Quartet, a musical ensemble which includes instruments from Ekarude, arrived today in the city.  They will be taking part in a few of the events at the festival.  It has been over a decade since they last performed in Port Talp.

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