abraxasooc | STATE OF THE GAME: FEBRUARY

State of the Game

February (2024) - May (2024)

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, in addition to any OOC notices from the mods. Every AC period, you can report what your character has been up to and we'll include all relevant information in the next newsletter.

The Summoned Conclave is 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.

Important Announcements

Changes to the August Application Round

Due to how close the game is to cap, the next application round will be open to current players only. We'll post the TDM and open applications as usual, but will not be accepting new players. Applications will be open for new players again in October, provided we drop below 5 slots.

Closure of Fortunes

Because of changes to the direction of the game, we've made the decision to close Fortunes. We will leave the possibility of them returning during set events in the future, but will not be processing submissions as a regular part of the game. Thank you for your understanding! We will retain the link to the page so you can still reference your fortunes.

OOC Notices

Event Forecast

June's event will take place primarily in the physical world. Players should be prepared for some changes in the territories. Please note that due to the nature of this event, cross-border interactions outside of the Horizon will be unlikely.

Plot Engagement Reopening

Plot Engagement is now open again!

Free Cities Hall Name

An IC vote that will decide the name of the newly restored hall will be held HERE. Votes will affect the will of the city. Please read the information first and have your character contribute if they will do so. New arrivals are encouraged to participate.

Voting closes JULY 6TH 11:59 ET.

Summoned Conclave

Representatives | Link

New representatives must be chosen during this meeting. Any Summoned who want to hold their current positions need to resubmit their bid. New arrivals can submit themselves as a candidate if they wish. A bid as a candidate can also be submitted on behalf of another character, as long as OOC player permission is obtained.

Motions Sanctioned | Link

Motions from the previous meeting have been passed for Thorne and the Free Cities. Thorne has agreed to allow any trusted Summoned who has lived in the Castle for at least 30 days to stay in Nott overnight. While the crown will not place formal restrictions on the frequency, the Summoned should try to keep their overnight stays to reasonable amounts - roughly once a week or so. The Free Cities has agreed to help fund a dedicated medical clinic at the Farhill Mining Camp to begin with. Additional medical clinics may be set up at other mining sites in the future once the initial project has been deemed a success.

Special Motion (Free Cities) | Link

The Free Cities Conclave may optionally participate in a vote to select one of three shortlisted names for a new rental hall constructed in Aquila. For details, see the Free Cities interlude section.

World Events

All Territories

Epulum | Link
Near the end of the month, Ikorr finally opened its doors, inviting the Summoned to a grand carnivale called Epulum. When a mysterious crime is uncovered partway through the night, events continue to spiral, resulting in the gruesome death of the culprit. Tensions rise further when Luna demanded Ikorr hand over a powerful artifact. Oleuni Square closes for the next four months.

Tempest | Link
A strange presence makes itself known as the Summoned return home. Not long after, unusual storms break out across Abraxas. The unusual horizontal lightning appears to originate from the Singularity. In Nott, Admiral Rudolph Sidwell arrives from Borrel to build a naval base in exchange for resources to help the lakeside town.

Emergence | Link
A myriad of storms plagues the land. All nations come to the same conclusion: the Singularity is angry. To quell the chaos as quickly as possible, the Summoned are brought to the crater and thrown inside, whether they agreed to it or not. Three weeks go by before the Summoned reemerge, having spent three months in an alternate future 800 years in the future where the Summoned have ascended to godhood.

Plot Interactions and Developments

Kingdom of Thorne

All | Link

Admiral Rudolph Sidwell, Lady Lia Sidwell
Admiral and Lady Sidwell have come to stay at Castle Thorne with their young son to help the Kingdom and show support for the royal family. Admiral Sidwell is Queen Ellya's uncle, and Lady Sidwell is said to get along well with King Brydan. During their stay, the Admiral dismissed castle staff for reasons of budget, allocation of resources, and claims of treason. Rumors claim the King is unhappy with the changes, though he's publically demonstrated his support.

The Free Cities

All | Link

Fallon Marsh
A fundraiser for victims of the storms is held in an old castle that has been recently restored, attended by public figures such as Fallon Marsh and beneficiaries. Currently, there's a contest for citizens to name the new hall. The final vote will be held this month. Rumors of soldiers organizing outside of Aquila are circulating as well, but there's no clear evidence of where they're going or what they're doing.

Solvunn Commune

All | Link

Edda Hagen, Winifred Bordeaux
A traveling healer named Edda Hagen has come to stay in the Primary Settlement to assist with the fallout of the storms. She specializes in working with animals and is well-liked by the community. She and Winifred get along well and have been in many private meetings. It is also believed that Winifred may be planning to retire from her teaching position, but these rumors are unconfirmed.

Items of Notice

Kingdom of Thorne

Castle Thorne | Link
Jill Warrick, Istredd
Hosted a party in the castle to welcome the newly summoned to Thorne.

Castle Thorne | Link
Kyle
The "bicycle" was officially introduced to the streets of Castle Thorne.

Castle Thorne | Link
Jerry Pascal
Went streaking through the Castle. The pepper assault was a minor charge.

Nott
Thancred Waters, Cassian Andor, Istredd, Wilhelm, Lucifer, Clive Rosfield, Lord John Grey
Were seen helping citizens and rebuilding Nott.

Nott | Link
Cassian Andor, Istredd, Kell Marsh, Kyle, Lucifer, Rhy Maresh, River Tam, Thancred Waters
Rhy Maresh led efforts to rebuild the hospital in Old Nott.

The Free Cities

Cadens | Link
Nadine Cross
Opened a second location for her apothecary and opened a medical clinic.

Cadens
Steve Rogers, Ciri, Alucard, the Doctor, Harley Quinn, Diana Prince, Sylvain Gautier
Were seen assisting during the storm.

Cadens | Link
Nanaue
Nanaue teleported to the Free Cities and was instantly sent back to Solvunn.

Libertas
Jonathan Crane
Opened his second practice in Libertas.

Solvunn Commune

Primary Settlement | Link
Himeka Sui, Nero, Rocket, Wanda Maximoff
Hosted a party at the local tavern and their house to welcome the newly summoned to Solvunn.

All Settlements | Link
Ed Teach
Opened up his new inn between the Primary and Secondary settlements.

All Settlements | Link
Nero, Steve Harrington
During an escort mission, Nero gives his life defending Lorelai and one of the gods.

All Settlements
Eddie Munson, Aloy, Julia Wicker, Claire Fraser, Michael, Rocket, Ed Teach, Zagreus, Henry Creel, Himeka Sui, Travis Guidry, Achilles, Teddy, Nebula
Were seen assisting during the storm.

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

MOTION: Naming suggestions were reviewed and the three finalists have been shortlisted by the Aquila city council:

◎ Cliffgate Hall
◎ Sparrowscall Hall
◎ Oatsand Hall

If your character resides in the Free Cities, you may cast one +1 vote under the appropriate header for the winning selection.

Votes close July 6th @ 11:59 ET.

Edited 2024-06-06 16:29 (UTC)