STATE OF THE GAME: FEB - MAR

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State of the Game

February - March (2023)

Welcome to our State of the Game! Here, you can read about what might be going on in the world around Abraxas and with the characters in it. Every AC period, you can report what your character has been up to and we'll include all relevant information in the next newsletter.

Our Plot Engagement and World Building page are always open for submissions.

Moving forward, the Summoned Conclave will be hosted in the comments section of each State of the Game. We'll provide the structure. Players are not obliged to participate, but we encourage you to do so! See here for details.

OOC Notices

Network Information

We've updated our Network information page. Most notably, we've clarified how drawn images work when using the Network. Please take a look!

Plot Engagement

Plot Engagements will open again on April 17th.

Summoned Conclave

Representatives | LINK

Representatives for each faction's Conclave are pending.

Motions Sanctioned | LINK

Motions formally submitted to officials have not yet been received. Since the Conclave is new, characters are welcome to focus on voting in representatives first before addressing motions next meeting.

Special Motions | LINK

Characters involved in Event #12 can vote for a decision regarding the remaining Faithful Acolytes awaiting judgment.

World Events

All Factions

Abduction | Link

Some of the Summoned began to go missing across Abraxas late in February. The captured Summoned struggled to survive, underwent a harrowing ritual, and unraveled mysteries. Meanwhile, those free searched for their friends. Their investigations revealed many important developments that led to the discovery of where the abducted Summoned are held. As the month drew to a close, plans began to form.

Rescue | Link

By the third week, several captive Summoned broke free while others stayed behind to ensure their friends' escape. Those who ran ended up teleported to an unknown mountain range. With the combined efforts of all three factions and Nocwich, the Summoned were saved at the end of the month. Following a week's stay in Nocwich for observation, they returned to their respective factions in April.

In the aftermath, the Summoned were asked to make some choices about the captured Acolytes, and Josselyn Creed has been found and apprehended. A Summoned Conclave has also been formed in all three factions in order to help the Summoned address concerns and needs directly with officials.

Plot Interactions and Developments

All Factions

Multiple Characters | Link - Link

Multiple Officials

Nearly all of the Summoned were involved in the abductions, investigations, and rescue of those who were captured. Characters spoke to officials such as Queen Ellya, the Solvunn Council, Ambrose Rhett, Quilleth Kaur, and Nocwich's emissaries to arrange for resources and discuss tactics.

Notable events and actions can be found on the Coordination Posts linked above for both Part 1 and Part 2, as well as the Mid-Event Update. We'll summarize some of the more major incidents below.

Wanda Maximoff

Retrieval/Holdout

Performed magic with necromancy through her patron God, revolting many of the Thornean mages but successfully breaking down the warding.

Jack Townsend, Nero

The Lost/Escape Group

The Mysterious Acolyte and her brother were able to escape the caves following the aid of several Summoned and the sacrifice of one.

Solvunn Commune

Wanda Maximoff | Link

Rowan March

Shortly before the abductions, Wanda spoke to Rowan March about Josselyn Creed.

Items of Notice

All Factions

Unnamed Island

Dean Winchester
During evacuation from the collapsing island, those riding the giant turtle may have noticed one of the Summoned was attacked and carried off by a leviathan. He is presumed dead.

Kingdom of Thorne

Castle Thorne | Link

Istredd, Rhy Maresh
An open mingle in Thorne's ballroom for the newly Summoned.

The Free Cities

Cadens | Link

Sam Wilson, Hilda Goneril
An "informal" get-together for the newly Summoned in the Free Cities at the Sarstina Inn & Tavern.

Solvunn Commune

Primary Settlement | Link

Wanda Maximoff, Himeka Sui, Nero
A Solvunn meet & greet for new arrivals, featuring an updated brochure, bonfires, and gift baskets.

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Free Cities

[hextechhead]

Faction: Free Cities
Proposal: On behalf of the Free Cities Summoned, the motion is put forward by the Conclave to request a permanent or semi-permanent portal to Aquila like the one for Libertas. They believe that this will help bring unity throughout all major cities and will be financially a good deal for the open market. Making the journey easier will lead to more tourism and commerce.

Notes: Link to the votes here!

Thorne

[londonbound]

Faction: Thorne

Proposal: On behalf of the Summoned of Thorne, and in light of recent events and the Summoned frequently finding themselves in unforeseen situations due to their unique circumstance, this is a request for Castle Thorne to allow Summoned to carry small weapons on their persons while within the castle. Additionally, an area near the gates should be provided to store larger weapons for Summoned leaving the castle.

Notes: It is expressed that being provided weapons would be appreciated, but the motion doesn't specifically include it. This can be for weapons the Summoned have each personally purchased on their own.

Solvunn.

[mobezon]

Faction: Solvunn.
Proposal: A motion brought forth on behalf of Solvunn’s Summoned, and the full support of the Conclave, in consideration for a goat-carriage-based transportation system between settlements that’ll run every three days. These carriages will provide sustainable travel to portals. If portals are not able to be open permanently, then we understand there might be a time limit set. The goal is to provide faster travel for everyone, and in turn it will encourage further trade throughout Solvunn settlements.
Notes: Any animal, in addition to goats, that is safely considered big enough to carry a carriage is encouraged to be part of the system from bears, horses, dogs, ect.

[abraxasmods]

Portam Hall has reviewed the Conclave's proposal. The Free Cities government agrees to open a permanent portal in Aquila. Since Aquila does not require ongoing reconstruction work, the portal is considered for leisure and business travel. As a result, it will have a crossing fee, similar to a bridge toll, to maintain its operations. Characters (and locals) with a modest income will be able to afford the fee once every couple of weeks, while anyone who earns more money will be able to travel more frequently.

The government notes that it reserves the right to restrict travel at any time for emergencies.

[abraxasmods]

The Kingdom of Thorne has reviewed the Conclave's proposal. Thorne agrees to allow any trusted Summoned who earns an influence of at least Rank 3 to carry a small weapon on them. Their earned rank should consist of mostly positive or neutral actions. Certain negative actions may affect their ability to be granted permission. Guards may confiscate weapons during important meetings involving officials, depending on the official and the Summoned's current relationship with that individual. For example, a meeting with Lyle in Nott would be less strict, but one with the King would likely disallow any weaponry.

Larger weapons like bows, swords, and axes can be stored in a locked and warded area. Retrieving these weapons will require permission from an official. Permission can be assumed if a Summoned is traveling to Nott, though they should beware that the kingdom will be watching to make sure nothing reflects poorly on or threatens the Castle.

Thorne will not provide weapons. Weapons will need to be obtained using their own money and connections.

[abraxasmods]

The Council has reviewed the Conclave's proposal. They've agreed to grant a carriage-based transportation system that runs between settlements. The Council will not set a predetermined rate of frequency as this system requires the labor of farmers and others on the Settlements.

Instead, they will suggest that the Summoned exchange labor in return for the carriage system. For instance, if the driver of the carriage needs to leave his farm and lend two of his goats for a few hours, then he should receive help on his farm during that period. Help does not need to come from the only people who want a ride - all Summoned in the settlement can pitch in. Solvunn is a community, after all! As long as the farmer can offset the impact to his livelihood, the carriage system will run regularly, roughly every 3 days.

A similar suggestion will be put in place regarding portals, which can be cast by Elder mages. The Elders' time and efforts can be compensated with assistance to their errands elsewhere, like weeding gardens, sweeping the house, and so on.

Any Summoned with the ability to create a portal or drive goat- or horse-drawn carriages themselves can also aid with this transportation system to help their fellow Summoned and the community.