(mini-event) THE COALITION OF REFUGEES

[natha]

THE COALITION     On the day of the council, there are markers tied with ribbons in the colors of both Olympia and Wyver that line the paths from the cities to the South Outpost, meant to guide anyone with an invitation to the first meeting of the Coalition of Refugees. While during the previous festivities of the gala the Great Hall was sharply divided between Olympians and Wyverns, the differences between the factions are not so apparent now. Inside, the hall is decorated with a more subdued mix of the white and gold of Olympia and the red and black of Wyver. Banners, pennants, and bunting drape from the ceiling and wind around wooden pillars. To one side of the hall, there are tables set up with drinks and finger foods — refreshments for the guests, for after the opening speech. A raised platform has been set up at one end of the room, flanked by contingents of both the Royal Guards and the Knightryders standing at attention side by side, differentiated only by the make of their armor and the colors they wear. Ashti, Shenya, and Heryn stand waiting for the arrival of their monarchs, pointedly ignoring each other; notably, Raysc, Shanrian's son and the leader of Mythi's Fangs, is conspicuously absent. Staff members cluster to the side of the stage, waiting for the speech to begin. A whisper drifts over from a woman in one of the Olympian groups: Do you really think the Empress will try to negotiate for Nithor's skull? The man she's speaking to shakes his head and scoffs, answering: Ha! Not a chance. She thinks it's too soon, who knows if this peace will last. Besides, there's no way she's willing to give up Ysevrai's heart. A horn sounds, and the staff members subside, glancing around to see if anyone's overheard. A moment later, and Simwe and Shanrian make their appearance, walking together to the stage for their speech. Aha… we have quite the gathering here, do we not? All of our heroes in one place… This may be an unprecedented meeting, but it seems as though it will be a productive one. Let us begin by thanking all of you for your contributions to our cities in recent times. Since your arrival, you have weathered the plague that swept through our cities and aided us in finding its cure; you have withstood the scorn of those who were meant to shelter you turning against you, and helped us quell riots in the very hearts of our homes; you have been taken right off the streets and endured hardships too terrible to tell, and have proven heroes in bringing our people safely home. You have done much for us, and shown yourselves loyal beyond many who were born within our walls. We will allow your voices to go unheard no longer! Today— Today, we will hear you. You have demonstrated both strength and valor in equal measures — it follows that you will be wise as well, and it is that wisdom that we wish to hear brought in council to our cities. You are gathered here to look beyond our history of violence and hostility, to see beyond the prejudices we hold. We hope that with your clearer sight, you'll keep in your hearts the betterment of both of our fair cities, rather than allow pettiness to hold sway and lift one over the other. Those gathered here are deemed worthy by action and by the trust of your brethren: a council. Amongst yourselves, decide what matters most to you about your lives within the cities. Discuss what changes you wish to see, and how those changes should come about. Reach an agreement, put your motions to us, and should they be feasible, we will see what sort of effect your ideas will have. The two proposals with the most support among your fellows will be those we implement, so argue your reasoning most convincingly! And remember, this is your chance to impress us. If your advice is sound, we will look to you again. At this, both rulers fall silent, and withdraw to a balcony to oversee the proceedings. This is not their meeting, after all — this is something that only the refugees can determine the outcome of. FINAL OOC NOTES     Welcome to your first chance to have a voice in the NPC governments, Players! Your task is, as a group, to decide the two most important IC issues you would like to see Olympia and Wyver address, and then put forward a plan of action for how to improve whatever those problems are, which will then be implemented in May. Since these are strictly Olympian and Wyvern issues, topics should still adhere to the Natha's policies of not revealing anything about the Storm or the Natha's existence, but beyond that, you're free to propose any topics you think should be addressed about your characters' way of life in the cities — after all, haven't the Orbiters sent you here to make a difference and improve life on El Nysa in their stead?

Comments

[objectionattorney]

[Oh you are such a butt-face. He has quite the stern talking built up for you once they are out of this meeting mister.]

That's correct.

[But for now, this is a professional setting and he's going to be perfectly professional, thank you.]

As I would much like to do the same. I am also aware that the reason such enforcement of the legal system doesn't exist is due to many of the people's reliance on magic. But as much as that may benefit, it still has its flaws. Human perspective can be skewed after all, which is why you need a multiple witness and evidence-based system which in turn deserves to be thoroughly examined by multiple sources.

[Let us lawyers have a place in which we can practice law!]

[ghettobatman]

[ if you can catch him... but nah he'd deserve it. ]

Magic or not, I still believe the fundamentals of law and order can be present, even with different law systems. We can work with the locals to make sure it's as fair as possible to everyone.

[ yes?? ]

[objectionattorney]

[Darn right he does. How do you keep showing up in the weirdest places out of the blue like this??? It's like a superpower or something.]

I couldn't agree more. Plus there's the fact that there are many of us here who have quite a bit experience in handling the ever changing environment that is a developing legal system. I can't help but think that it would be a shame to let such brilliant minds go to waste.

[And yes, you were one of the first people he thought of Matt.]

[ghettobatman]

[ that's his secret: he's always weird. ]

For one --- yourself, Mr. Wright, as well as Mr. Edgeworth.

[ awww, looks like the feeling's mutual. ] You both have quite the passion for upholding the law and ensuring the wellbeing of the refugees.

[objectionattorney]

[...... D'aawwwwwwwwww.]

One could say the same for yourself.

[There. You made him admit to it. Happy?]

And I only do what I can in ways I know how. In a world where there are so many who are trained knowing how to fight and use such unique skills the least I could do to compensate is help aide the government and its people.

Surely you wouldn't mind being one of those I recommend for this project should it come to pass?