Post by Aphelyon on Feb 22, 2017 23:02:55 GMT -5
The Decemvir Convocation
280 years ago, a great war that swept across the continent of Trenuin, one which drew in every kingdom on the continent into its bloodshed. The war, now known as the Decemvir, lasted ten years and cost hundreds of thousands- perhaps even millions- of lives. The war was caused by decades of hostilities bred by prejudices and misunderstandings, and once peace was made, the Decemvir Convocation was established to help the keep the peace on Trenuin. Every ten years, the rulers of every major city of every kingdom would congregate in one place to mingle, celebrate, and discuss business. Not only would this help bring to light issues they had with each other so that they could be solved, but it would allow the rulers to experience each others cultures and befriend each other, which would help to limit the spread of prejudice, and make them less likely to betray and attack each other. Every ten years, a different kingdom would be chosen to host the Convocation. Being chosen is both a great honor and a great responsibility: it is a sign of respect and prestige, but should something go wrong, that kingdom will be considered to blame. As such, being chosen as host is a precarious situation that may make or break a kingdom's reputation.
The Convocation lasts for 109 days, beginning on the day that the war first began- May 28- and ending on the day the Red Heart Accords were signed- September 14. Much of this time is idle, a period when the nobles of other kingdoms may walk among the host's capital city and experience its culture and lifestyle, or speak with each other privately to form relationships or work out problems. Certain days, however, are designated either for political meetings, or for specific celebrations meant to help the kingdoms demonstrate their powers and, ideally, work out issues with other kingdoms in non-violent ways.
This year, the Decemvir Convocation is being held by the northern kingdom of Dreisten, making it rather fortunate that the Convocation is held in summer. While there has not been any major bloodshed in Trenuin for the past 39 years- besides a few minor scuffles between kingdoms- there are whispers again of war on the horizon. Therefore, this Convocation is especially integral, as it may ensure the continuation of peace, or the declaration of war. Where will you be?
About This Page
This is the list of kingdoms used in the roleplay The Decemvir Convocation. It contains all known information on every kingdom currently being used in that roleplay, so that only the most relevant information can be listed on the main page, to keep it concise. On the other hand, this page contains the "long version" of everything- all the details you may need to reference for a particular kingdom. There is also some other information on this page, such as what is known about Trenuin as a whole, outside of the individual kingdoms, and an overview of the known history of Trenuin.
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Table of Contents
Post 1 - Overview of Trenuin
Post 2 - History
Post 3 - Kingdom: Dreisten
Post 4: Kingdom: Asmenia
Post 5: Kingdom: Mestea
Post 6: Kingdom: Edrana