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Post by Edward on Jun 2, 2023 4:48:40 GMT
Not having a pleasant evening with less than desirable sleep, Edward goes down in the morning for some breakfast and is greeted by the staff and is served what is a common breakfast. "Full Victorian" he called it.
The smell was amazing! Two of everything. Sausages, bacon, eggs, toast, blood pudding, and beans on the side. He understood that there will be differences between cultures, but he was sure this kitchen did everything the best they could.
When finished, having a couple cups of tea, he managed to finish everything on his plate with the exception of the pudding. He wasn't sure what pudding that was, but it wasn't as familiar a taste as he was expecting. He shivered at the thought on where the blood actually came from. Still, he pulled out a couple of coins and paid for his plate and proceeded to go over to the Royal Stables and pick up a horse.
He spoke to the stable boy and was given a horse of non-descript colors. A mottle of brown/white and black. The boy said the horse wasn't the fastest, but steady, foot sure and loyal. "That will do fine." he tells the boy. "Place this mark against the Royal Family." "Tell your Master it was Prince Edward who took the horse" and proceeded to take the horse out of the stable and mount.
Edward took the horse slowly out of town, following the main road. He walked and trotted the horse for a long time before attempting to change the scenery to move to a different shadow. Initially, it failed. Too close he told himself. Must move farther. He moved along the road until well past noon and tried to move to a shadow.
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Post by Admin on Jun 3, 2023 3:11:22 GMT
Edward still has no success in shifting shadow. The breadth of Arden has often delayed travel to and from Amber. It is while riding along a muddy, twisting path, with no one seen for hours, that a voice calls to him.
'Ahoy, Lord Edward! A moment of your time, if you please!"
A short man stands on a rise to the side of the road. He is almost completely covered in mud. He must have been sloshing about the forest for days.
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Post by Edward on Jun 4, 2023 3:36:13 GMT
Am I popular? How does this man know me? Aside from the mud, I do not initially recognize him.
"Yes Good Sir! How can I be of assistance?"
I think destiny is about to rear its ugly head at me....
Edward, not knowing this man, takes him lightly. he will subtly shift on the seat of his horse so that if he is required to, he can slide to the opposite site and use the horse as a shield if necessary. Depending who he is, he also prepares a power word in his mind.
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Post by Admin on Jun 5, 2023 3:53:38 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/72wbjvY/brennon~png The man bows at Edward's polite greeting. "Excuse my soiled appearance. My companions-" half a dozen other people emerge from the surrounding forest, "-have been trekking about this muddy land for a week now. It is only good fortune that has granted us this meeting.
"I am Captain Brennon, and this is my crew.
"You can be of assistance to us, and I hope we can also assist you. You have been in Amber. As the eldest son of Prince Gerard in good standing, what did the Regent give to you of your inheritance?"He jumps down from the high bank as he speaks and approaches Edward slowly, with his hands far from his belted sword. |
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Post by Edward on Jun 5, 2023 8:08:21 GMT
Several questions come to mind.
1. Does Edward recognize the name? And apparently out numbered, he is prepared to make a run for it.
"Sir, Please stand back. I do not know you, but it seems you know me very well. You say that I am the eldest son of Prince Gerard? I was not aware that I had any siblings."
"Now considering that idea that the Queen Regent has handed down some sort of inheritance, I can assure you, I am not aware of such an item, nor has she even asked me if I was aware of such a thing."
Again, he doesn't know these people, but as a Captain, he should have some history. Navy? Guards? Are they wearing sea-faring garb? Or more land-based type of clothing?
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Post by Admin on Jun 15, 2023 6:08:14 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/72wbjvY/brennon~png There have been vague rumours of a pirate captain Brennon. Also, rumours about his presence in Kasaba when Gerard fell. A friend of the Hammett person who resides in Kasaba and who also has been implicated in the killing of Gerard and the killing of Random. "I understand, sir, or should I give you the title of Prince?"Brennon and his crew shuffle back a few steps. "It seems Flora is as tight with her knowledge as she is expansive in her cups. She and the rest of them have told you nothing of your brother Dorian? Companion of the traitors Hammett and Leonil? Nor of your father's treasures now being held ransom by your cousin Lorelei?" |
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Post by Edward on Jun 16, 2023 1:22:31 GMT
keeping his hand on his cane, he stands a bit more stoically if possible. "Yes, I would prefer you call me as I am Titled. Prince Edward would be fine, or Your Highness."
even in the presence of the common folk, we must maintain decorum else the rules become blurred and they forget where their station is.
"Now, in the thoughts of the traitorous Hammett and Leonil, I am not aware of them. Are they to be brought in? What is the current status on them, and is Regent Flora making any attempt to bring them in?"
"What of you Captain Brennan? Are you the Noble Captain you once were, or have you relegated yourself to serving something or someone else? Yourself perhaps? But I can say that I have met this cousin Lorelei. She was pleasant to talk to at the minimum. Do you know where she can be found? Kasaba perhaps?"
Edwards knows that he shouldn't share that much information. He would have to take this info for face value, and for the moment, the Napolean Cake is going to have to wait. Although Prince Gerard wasn't around, he didn't dislike the guy. He would have to find out if following up on this contact in Kasaba is worth looking into.
But what to do with Captain Brennan?
"I am unsure on what you gain from this Captain, but this information you are providing is being noted. What is it you desire from me for this information, or rather should I look forward in owning you a favor in the future?"
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Post by Admin on Jun 18, 2023 5:32:05 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/72wbjvY/brennon~png Brennon steps back and then sits heavily on a boulder. "Ooof, wandering through the forest takes a lot out of you. We've been 'living off the land' as they say. Berries, rainwater, and the occasional rabbit. You don't want to know what that's done to my guts.
"Hamm and Leo are slippery ones. Both are still on the loose, although Hammett was briefly captured and imprisoned in the castle. Someone helped him escape. I don't know what Flora's orders are. Leo is on the run from everyone, but Hammett has plenty of friends among your cousins. No doubt they are protecting him and keeping home out of Flora's clutches for some reason. They really didn't tell you any of this?
"Me? My interest is in the succession, just like everyone else. Once we eliminate the missing, the traitors, and the hopeless from the family, there are precious few potential monarchs. You are on that list. And why shouldn't it be you? Your father ruled Amber for decades while the others were gone. He led well and wisely, renegotiated the treaties with your allies, rebuilt the sea lanes, and brought peace to Shadow. He should have been King. By what justice was Random installed as King when he returned? You are due the honours that were unfairly denied your father.
"I'm a simple sailor. What I gain is a return to a proper rule of the sea and reopened ports in the Golden Circle. That can only be attained with someone on the throne, someone with the proper temperament and vision." |
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Post by Edward on Jun 18, 2023 7:31:54 GMT
"I understand your thoughts on the line of succession, but you have left out a few details. My father was second in line, only to Prince Benedict. Neither of them desired to have the throne, and was disowned....sort of, by King Oberon. Now that Prince Benedict and Prince Gerard are now disowned, it fell to Prince Eric and Prince Corwin. I get a little muddled up on the whole Eric vs Corwin succession, but we know that story."
"My claim to the throne, whether it be legal or not is not up for negotiation. As Prince Benedict is the first son of King Oberon, he, or his offspring, should rule first. I am but a small piece in a larger game. I appreciate your approval of my claim, but I feel that your backing is a bit miss-guided."
Edward continues to watch the gentlemen to see if they move themselves into a hostile or more aggressive position. If they don't move, he will continue to address Captain Brennan
"You must tell me more about what has happened to you. I find it had to believe that a man of your reputation would find himself foraging for food in the woods." "Did you disagree with the current leadership that led you to this life changing event, or did you go against the regime because you didn't like the leadership?"
"Keep in mind, I will find out the truth one way or another. I do know people, and if you desire to be back on the seas, I can find a way to make that happen."
He takes a breath, and continues to think about the situation. He has no reason to like, or dislike the Regent. If Hamm and Leo are on the run, it has to be for a good reason. Who's reasoning for running will depend on the truth.
"What did Hamm and Leo do...at least in your own words. I would like to know."
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Post by Admin on Jun 18, 2023 8:18:56 GMT
#s://i~ibb~co/72wbjvY/brennon~png "It is, as a say, also a matter of loyalty, competence, and availability. Benedict has disappeared and has been gone for a long time now. His daughter Kailessa has also vanished. Do you not credit Eric, Corwin, or Random's children for the throne? Martin has never shown the will or aptitude for the job, Merlin is lost in the Courts of Chaos, Lorelei has her position in Rebma, and all loathe Calvera. Edmund is insane or a traitor, and ditto your brother Dorian and Leonil. Ryland is too close to his traitorous father; by my counting, that leaves only you.
" If you wish to look at the others, then there's Rinaldo, traitor son of Brand, Maeve from Llewella, mystery man Brian, Eivor daughter of Julian, and the missing but rumoured to live Vincent, son of Caine, and recently returned to us Dirk also Caine's child. Then there's Ovid and Xu Liang, who must be of the family, but none know their parentage or plans.
"I'd say that only you, Eivor, and Ovid are suitable candidates."He rubs his chin and has a slight look of shame. "I'll admit my feelings toward Calvera have been affected by my loss at his hands in a sea battle not so long ago. He must have learned of my attempt to bring a second navy to defend Amber and steal some of the accolades he feels are due. Willingly sharing power would reduce his chances of grabbing the crown. If he assumes I live, then he will keep his fleet on watch for me. For now, I keep to land and wait for the wind to turn."
"It's well known that Leonil and Hammett released some powerful magics upon the King and Castle, destroying both Random and his wife along with many guards and servants. The battle of Kasaba is less understood. Hammett and I were there, assisting with the evacuation of the inhabitants, but I can't speak for Hammett's involvement. It smells of conspiracy. Him being in the same location for both deaths?
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Post by Edward on Jun 19, 2023 6:17:58 GMT
"I appreciate the vote of confidence, but as my father was either denied his claim or gave it up, but I am not in the running for King. I have met Princess Eivor (did I get that right? Else I will edit it) and they seem competent enough for the job. I understand it is a job that has many perks as well as responsibilities."
he mulls over the thoughts for a few moments.
"Princess Flora is Regent, and is currently not disputed. Although I understand that only a male heir will be crowned, there should be nothing from keeping her from becoming Queen Flora. She has been in the position for a long time. She has the intelligence and the charisma to accomplish the job."
"You speak of Hammet and Leonil. While you and Hammett assisted in the evacuation of Kasaba. Did Hammett assist with the fight? Was it just Leonil? I find it hard to believe that Hammett would partake of the destruction of Kasaba, and then turn around and help the people he intended to hurt."
As he speaks the words, there are a lot of questions that need to be answered before he can choose a side to follow. Was Hammett just a partner in crime? Was the bloodthirsty Leonil so terrible the Hammett changed his mind? Was he actually merciful?
"My naval academia lacks a bit. Calvera? What position were they and are they strictly seeking favors from the Regent? Has anyone ever seen Captain Calvera receive any favorable treatment from anyone above his position? Is he strictly a navy man, or does he yearn for something bigger?"
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Post by Admin on Jun 20, 2023 4:02:41 GMT
OOC: Only first gen from the king are prince or princess. So Martin, for sure, Merlin, Lorelei, and Calvera are up for debate. Did I miss anyone?
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Post by Edward on Jun 20, 2023 6:13:59 GMT
OOC: I don't know really. I am just getting back into it really. It gets so muddy so quickly. If the British Monarchy is anything like the Amberites, then Corwin's Claim is still legit, and so his son should be.
Everyone else is just a spare Heir. (I listened to Prince Harry's Autobiography recently, at least most of it.)
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Post by Brian on Jun 20, 2023 11:13:19 GMT
Ooc: if it's more britishy....the claims of credence would go
1. Martin, and any spawn of Random
2. Any spawn of Eric ( as he was king)
3. Any spawn of Corwin ( as he was the best claimant prior to the unicorn acting)
4.any spawn of Bleys
5. Any spawn of Caine
6. Any spawn of Gerard
7. Any spawn of Julian
8. Any spawn of Llewella
9. Any spawn of Dierdre
10. Any spawn of Fiona
11. Any spawn of Brand
In the British terms ( and most other monarchies) the STYLE of prince is reserved for children and grand children of a king. However given the numbers involved in amber the dignity of princely rank is likely reserved to the children of Oberon, Eric ,and Random
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Post by Brian on Jun 20, 2023 11:18:39 GMT
Ooc: assuming Random didnt do something credible and intelligent and making a new succession order.
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