In His Name {The Warrant}

The sun had yet to rise when three hundred filled the streets. Axes and spears gripped tightly in cracked and bloodied hands stood beside those who carried farm equipment against the oppressors. Under the yellow banners they awaited the coming of the dawn, spending what they believed to be their last moments in cheerful song.
The Master who had united them promised those who followed him an exemplary death. By following him, they shared in his punishments. He had spoken out of turn, expressing his true thoughts freely, though they conflicted with a noble dignitary. Although the matter was trivial, an Ever-Watcher was brought in to intervene. The death of Galax was meant to mask his embarrassment and the garbs of his deceit.
Upon the first light, when the celebrations of the Witches Flask and the Mother Crows Arrival were first beginning to take place when armed guards came. The warrant for the arrest of Galax was delivered. Forged copies mocking the dignitary and demanding his immediate request were returned.
Of the Three Hundred who sallied forth only a few remained. Despite their numbers and grim resolve to never fail their master, it would ultimately amount to nothing.

Purpose

The document was written to show an official warrant for the arrest of Galax and to allow the people of Stormgard an escape from the city's judgment.

Document Structure

Caveats

The warrant came with a warning. If the people did not give their master up willingly, the entire city would be found guilty of his crimes. The only due punishment was to be destroyed. Ten days were offered for them to accept this deal.

Historical Details

Background

This document was intended to stop a potential uprising. In a twist of fate, it escalated the issue beyond repair.

History

The Story

The public understanding behind the story revolved around 'The Master'. A man of Orcish Blood who claimed to have come sailed from beyond the furthest edge of the known world. His arrival sparked a new understanding of what this world entailed, but more importantly, what others could become. He was a patron of sorts to the defeated and downtrodden.
With many victories for these people, a savage devotion was built around his persona. However, it would soon spell the end. A warrant was made for his arrest. Galax paid it no mind. He would not grovel, nor bow before these powers that tried to control him. Rumors spread fast. Tales of desecrated holy places and consumed forbidden esoteric knowledge spread quickly.

The Truth

The Truth, according to the Council is far different from the stories that were spread. There was no perceived disrespect, or some forbidden knowledge being thrown around. Galax was nothing more than a thief who had stolen too much of the knowledge that The Watchers held.
Even though he was left unbothered, he misused and undermined the Council daily, trying to turn the people against what they knew to be true. It was for that cause alone that the figurehead Galax was deemed worthy of death.

Public Reaction

The public was almost equally divided on the subject. Many supported the warrant to some degree. More lawful groups saw this act of defiance against the crown. Whether or not this was the full intention of Galax is unknown. His thoughts and deeds did help make a longing for rebellion in the hearts of those who were looked upon with contempt.

Legacy

The burning of Stormgard, and the release of several plagues on the land. Hundreds that fought under the yellow were put to death in it's wake.

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In His Name {The Warrant}

"By the Seven Thrones of Aracius, and the Scepter of the Angail.
Citizens of Stormgard.


The fugitive known as Galax has been sighted amongst your people by witnesses and scriers. Galax has been condemned to death by the Council of the Magi, by the authority of the First Laws.


Offering the fugitive asylum is an act of treason, punishable by death. The Arch-Magi, however, understands that you may have been deceived by this degenerate. Her will, marked by her word and honored by the Keeper of Runes, is for your people to not be found guilty of another persons crimes. You will not be found in contempt and will be pardoned of all wrongdoing should you comply with her demands.


'Seven days, as the Thrones stand, I offer. The head of the traitor must be brought before me, along with the markings of the Witches Law. The Heart, the Tongue, and the Hands shall be severed and brought forth by three of your elders. Failure to comply to this demand will brand your city as a cesspool of traitors and will be destroyed by the might of the Throne and the Scepter.'


Nos Arkaiva."

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Type

Warrant, Arrest

Medium

Paper