Elanthian Journal/Edition 22
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The Elanthian Journal
Edition #22
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The following articles of interest are contained herein:
1 ........................ KHARAM-DZU BESIEGED BY INVADING
FORCES
2 ........................ GNOMES REVEALED IN RIVER'S REST!
3 ........................ FAENDRYL TO CELEBRATE CULTURE IN
WEHNIMER'S LANDING
4 ........................ GNOMES DESCEND ON ELANTHIA IN
AIRSHIP
5 ........................ SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
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KHARAM-DZU BESIEGED BY INVADING FORCES
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Dateline: Day 25 of Lumnea, 5104: Kharam-Dzu
The isle of Teras has been attacked by forces of orcs and
other creatures in recent weeks and months, the latest wave
occuring shortly after the Dwarven cultural pageant. Their
intent would seem to be only on chaos, and their motivation,
destruction and death.
Though I do not have first-hand witness of the previous
attacks, this most recent seemed to be triggered by the
increased volcanic activity about the isle. The tremors shook
open the cell-doors to the lunatic asylum, freeing its
dangerous and unpredictable inmates. As the former asylum
residents wreaked havoc upon the town, the hoard led by orcish
hags took the opportunity to attack.
As the inmates were defeated and forced back into their cells,
the orcs and accompanying fiery denizens came in full force,
sweeping through the eastern half of town. Fortunately many
adventurers who had been on the isle to bear witness to the
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pageant were still present, and were able to stave off the
attack. It is unknown if or when the attacks will continue in
the future.
-Watcher Cappurnicus
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GNOMES REVEALED IN RIVER'S REST!
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Dateline: Day 27 of Lumnea, 5104: River's Rest
A cavalcade of gnomes descended this weekend upon the township
of River's Rest, where they gathered in an unprecedented
display of gnomish pride. Led by the Burghal gnome Ipsington,
the convocation of undersized representatives engaged Torrans
and visitors alike in challenges of skill, instruction on
gnomish history, and light-hearted entertainment for folk of
all ages. The festivities concluded in an extraordinary
parade of floats hosted and manned by several of the gathered
gnomes.
An anonymous Torran official on hand for the proceedings
mentioned, "Never guessed there was that much to gnomes.
Guess they finally got tired of keeping quiet, eh?"
Historically, gnomes have existed as a cloistered and
secretive folk, flourishing only in rumors and campfire tales.
Their recent foray into mainstream Elanthian society has been
fraught with frequent stereotyping.
The gnomish visitors displayed a vast range of talents
throughout the weekend. A magical contraption borrowed from
Silverwood Manor was improved by the gnomes in time for
several rousing lockpicking competitions. A joke contest and
bad poetry competition displayed lighter sides of gnomish
culture to the world. Other highlights included guided tours
throughout displays representing Burghal and Forest gnome
bloodlines as well as raffles with gnome-themed raffles
planned by the Winedotter craftswoman Zinnie.
By all accounts, the gnomes were made most welcome by the
populace of Torre. In broken common, Gilver Tenodan
Withycombe, one of the involved gnomes, offered, "Gilver smart
is. Know come back to Rest of River. Folks good is. Well,
maybe not giant. Definitely come year next, if home leaving
Gilver is and not is fed to rats like naked moles. Is
thanking Rest of Rivers and people."
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FAENDRYL TO CELEBRATE CULTURE IN WEHNIMER'S LANDING
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Dateline: Day 21 of Lumnea, 5104: Wehnimer's Landing
A statement was issued by a Faendryl delegation today. "As
one of the most interesting and ancient civilizations, it
would be absurd to allow lesser races to flaunt their
'heritage' and 'culture' without presenting a model for them
to follow," sneered the leader of the dark elven coalition.
"Consequently, the House of Faendryl will mount its own
celebration in Wehnimer's Landing during days 22, 23, and 24
of Koaratos."
This announcement stunned the mayor's office and enraged the
half-krolvin cultural pageant organizers. They had scheduled
their pageant weeks ago. A Faendryl pageant in the same town
on the same dates could draw from their intended audience.
Rumor is that the half-krolvin organizers intend to petition
the mayor personally to deny the Faendryl permission for their
pageant.
When approached for comment on these developments, the mayor
turned pale and ran into his office, slamming the door shut.
One of the city clerks, speaking anonymously, commented,
"Well, it could hardly get worse, could it? Not only are we
going to have every half-krolvin on the continent in town,
we'll be dealing with the Faendryl, too! What are we going to
get next? Dhe'nari?"
Nellida Dashovath, Pert Journalist
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GNOMES DESCEND ON ELANTHIA IN AIRSHIP
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Dateline: Day 25 of Lumnea, 5104
Once again, the tinker gnomes have arrived to provide air
cruises above the clouds in Elanthia. The gnomes claim the
purpose of their dirigible is to provide transportation. The
merchant's guild, however contends that the gnomes use that as
an excuse. What they really want is to force the captive
travelers to shop.
The gnomes offer dozens of shops with clothing, weapons,
mechanical toys, joke items. They even offer the travelers
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free kittens (perhaps to distract them from the danger of
floating up in the air within a rickety and dangerous
contraption.)
"We're not sure how they can keep that piece of junk afloat,"
puzzled a scientist in Ta'Illistim. "We tried to take a look
at the machinery, but the gnomes were quite rude and chased us
off." According to the gnomes, their problem wasn't with the
inspection, but that the scientists hadn't purchased a ticket
to board the airship. "No ticket, no ride!" declared the
ship's burser.
The workings of the ship may be a mystery, but the future of
the Dhu Gillywack is as clear as the sky itself. As long as
there are silvers in the lands, the gnomes will return to ply
their wares.
Nellida Dashovath, Pert Journalist
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SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
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Dateline: Day 30 of Lumnea, 5104
Submissions should be limited to 6 body paragraphs of no more
than 100 words each. Each submission should start with a
title, be followed with a dateline, and should end with the
author's signature. Please check your submission for proper
spelling and grammar before sending it.
All submissions should involve factual events. We will accept
no silly nursery stories, histories or educational articles
about the weather. If you would like to submit an article
along those lines, please do so to our sister publication, the
Elanthian Times. All submissions should be received by Leyan
in order to be published by Feastday.
CLASSIFIEDS: Classifieds are free and a good way to advertise
your auctions and events or to find something whether it be
love, a lost dog or a servant.
DISCLAIMER: While the staff of the Elanthian Journal make
every effort to ensure that the events presented within are
FACTUAL, there will always be some amount of speculation until
all details of events are revealed with the passage of time.
We will continue to make every effort to report ACTUAL
happenings, however any theories or speculation on the details
of these events may very well prove INACCURATE.
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The Elanthian Journal is edited by a very talented staff,
including Tierus, Elvinyouth, Alisaire, Augie, Cappurnicus,
Kondalor, Mythala, Plur, Elvinyouth, and Turinrond. If you
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