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2020-12-15T11:05:17Z

Week 9

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	Rumour has it that there was an extended debate in the Council chambers this week to do with a conflict between a religious group called the Witnesses of the End and the Maddonite Church. It appears a resolution was approved by the Council but, unusually, no details have been released what that resolution is. What is clear is that neither the Witnesses of the End nor the Maddonites got what they wanted.		Rumour has it that there was an extended debate in the Council chambers this week to do with a conflict between a religious group called the Witnesses of the End and the Maddonite Church. It appears a resolution was approved by the Council but, unusually, no details have been released what that resolution is. What is clear is that neither the Witnesses of the End nor the Maddonites got what they wanted.

	A new group called the Guardian Hunters of Clare is making a splash in the city. They espouse the benefits of training to hunt and guard against the new threats to the city caused by the "Unsealing". Ferros Cabal are said to approve of the group, and ~~their~~ numbers have swelled comparatively suddenly this week.		A new group called the Guardian Hunters of Clare is making a splash in the city. They espouse the benefits of training to hunt and guard against the new threats to the city caused by the "Unsealing". Ferros Cabal are said to approve of the group, and the Guardians' numbers have swelled comparatively suddenly this week.

	There’s been a lot of chatter among socialites about a certain rising star in the city of the name Stefano de Lumiere. A relatively new member of House de Lumiere, Stefano was apparently a major contributor to their recent meteoric rise, and conversely of Asura Cabal’s recent fall.		There’s been a lot of chatter among socialites about a certain rising star in the city of the name Stefano de Lumiere. A relatively new member of House de Lumiere, Stefano was apparently a major contributor to their recent meteoric rise, and conversely of Asura Cabal’s recent fall.

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2020-12-15T10:02:32Z

Week 2

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	In other news, a powerful Destruction elemental calling itself Drenth has been sighted stalking the streets of Clare. The origin of this elemental and its aims are both unclear, but it has seriously injured several citizens. What is known however is that this elemental did not originate at the task force headquarters like the previous rogue elemental, Grettid.		In other news, a powerful Destruction elemental calling itself Drenth has been sighted stalking the streets of Clare. The origin of this elemental and its aims are both unclear, but it has seriously injured several citizens. What is known however is that this elemental did not originate at the task force headquarters like the previous rogue elemental, Grettid.

	Finally, House Lumiere is reporting it is near success with experiments grafting elemental material in to humans to grant them new abilities. This news has been met with some concern by regular citizens, given the mistrust in many circles of the elementally touched.		Finally, House de Lumiere is reporting it is near success with experiments grafting elemental material in to humans to grant them new abilities. This news has been met with some concern by regular citizens, given the mistrust in many circles of the elementally touched.

	==Week 3==		==Week 3==

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2020-08-08T10:42:32Z

Week 17.1

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	The small news this week - the favourable reagent deal organised by House Avanti has come to an end after pressure from traders. Apparently vicious rumours about the task force being “bad customers” who “don’t pay their debts” spread among the traders, leading to the move.		The small news this week - the favourable reagent deal organised by House Avanti has come to an end after pressure from traders. Apparently vicious rumours about the task force being “bad customers” who “don’t pay their debts” spread among the traders, leading to the move.

	In much bigger news, the task force assaulted a gathering of Supremists successfully disrupting some working of magic. The number of fatalities was very low compared to other recent task force actions, with most bodies identified by the Watch as the “shambling corpses” rather than citizens.		In much bigger news, the task force assaulted a gathering of Supremists, successfully disrupting some working of magic. The number of fatalities was very low compared to other recent task force actions, with most bodies identified by the Watch as the “shambling corpses” rather than citizens.

	Also big news is the presence of many more elementals in the city, including several who could previously only be summoned making appearances seemingly where they like. Some Deirdrists are ecstatic, but others whisper in fear at the idea of another such as Drenth coming into the world, and worse, being able to literally appear and disappear at will.		Also big news is the presence of many more elementals in the city, including several who could previously only be summoned making appearances seemingly where they like. Some Deirdrists are ecstatic, but others whisper in fear at the idea of another such as Drenth coming into the world, and worse, being able to literally appear and disappear at will.

Bink at 16:34, 27 March 2020

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	==Week 12==		==Week 12==
			A quite strong looking red elemental was seen leaving the task force HQ this week, calling itself Kal’ad. When questioned by passers by it would mainly say something along the lines of “It’s goooood to be back!”. It reputedly made a bee line for the Maddonite Church and made a point of obviously sitting outside it waving to people going in and out as a crowd of Maddonites gathered around it preaching about ignoring it and to pay it no heed. And also don’t get too close because it keeps scratching. Can demons have fleas?

			Meanwhile the task force made a statement saying that the recent chaotic activities of some Deirdrists were sanctioned and encouraged by the task force and were done in the interests of Clare.

			All in all the populace are wondering if the task force have taken a pro-Chaos (or pro-Demon as the Maddonites put it) stance.

			In unrelated news House Gabrielli have gone on a charm offensive in response to the recent accusations against Councillor Salvador Gabrielli. They claim they’re as shocked as the rest of Clare at the actions of their Councillor, and that they will categorically prove Salvador’s corruption was the work of an individual and not the House as a whole over the next two weeks.

			==Week 13==
	There’s a great deal of dissatisfaction this week with Ferros Cabal. It seems the prospect of them getting a third Council seat has triggered some reactionary feeling among the citizens of Clare, who are suddenly talking about the good old days when Avanti were on top and how Ferros will ruin everything. They note that Avanti are also responsible for the influx of trade goods and reagents recently. Indeed, some are even whispering that Ferros’ closed border policies and militarisation might end up being outright harmful for Clare if they receive another seat.		There’s a great deal of dissatisfaction this week with Ferros Cabal. It seems the prospect of them getting a third Council seat has triggered some reactionary feeling among the citizens of Clare, who are suddenly talking about the good old days when Avanti were on top and how Ferros will ruin everything. They note that Avanti are also responsible for the influx of trade goods and reagents recently. Indeed, some are even whispering that Ferros’ closed border policies and militarisation might end up being outright harmful for Clare if they receive another seat.

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	Through the city, people also talk of how the Asura Cabal are somehow involved with the phenomenon of dead bodies rising once more to walk again. Some say that Asura are working with these ‘shamblers’ while others say that they are directly responsible for them. Asura are quietly denying these claims, but, they are not really large enough to have their voice heard anymore. It doesn’t help their case that the shamblers have been witnessed in the streets, performing rituals… or at least trying to. The shamblers have so far failed in every ritual they have attempted according to eye witnesses. That doesn’t mean that people aren’t getting really worried about this phenomenon where corpses walk again and are now attempting thaumaturgy.		Through the city, people also talk of how the Asura Cabal are somehow involved with the phenomenon of dead bodies rising once more to walk again. Some say that Asura are working with these ‘shamblers’ while others say that they are directly responsible for them. Asura are quietly denying these claims, but, they are not really large enough to have their voice heard anymore. It doesn’t help their case that the shamblers have been witnessed in the streets, performing rituals… or at least trying to. The shamblers have so far failed in every ritual they have attempted according to eye witnesses. That doesn’t mean that people aren’t getting really worried about this phenomenon where corpses walk again and are now attempting thaumaturgy.

	==Week 13==		==Week 14==
	There are several big news stories this week, all coming rapidly one after another.		There are several big news stories this week, all coming rapidly one after another.

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	Meanwhile there’s a comparatively minor but increasing controversy over the effects of recreational alchemicals. Supremists claim they have proof that overuse of alchemicals causes small elemental alterations to the human soul. Adherents of recreational alchemical use scoff at the claims, the Deirdrists among them noting that even if this were the case there’s no evidence this is a bad thing to happen to someone.		Meanwhile there’s a comparatively minor but increasing controversy over the effects of recreational alchemicals. Supremists claim they have proof that overuse of alchemicals causes small elemental alterations to the human soul. Adherents of recreational alchemical use scoff at the claims, the Deirdrists among them noting that even if this were the case there’s no evidence this is a bad thing to happen to someone.

	==Week 14==		==Week 15==
	The walking corpses, after several weeks of unsettling the residents of Clare, have finally become to reveal some details of who they are. The bodies have begun waylaying citizens to explain that they have come from somewhere beyond the elemental realm. They explain that they supposedly have a “larger” soul than humans, but have benevolent intentions, offering to protect humanity from elementals. People are strongly divided on whether these statements are true and what it means if they are.		The walking corpses, after several weeks of unsettling the residents of Clare, have finally become to reveal some details of who they are. The bodies have begun waylaying citizens to explain that they have come from somewhere beyond the elemental realm. They explain that they supposedly have a “larger” soul than humans, but have benevolent intentions, offering to protect humanity from elementals. People are strongly divided on whether these statements are true and what it means if they are.

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	It seems reagents, of all kinds, are becoming more common allowing them to be purchased for Ducatto for the first time.		It seems reagents, of all kinds, are becoming more common allowing them to be purchased for Ducatto for the first time.

	==Week 15==		==Week 16==
	Shocking news this week is that ex-Watch Commander Adrian, leader of the “Adrianic Republic” movement, was killed - supposedly for sedition - in the Task Force Headquarters by Stefano De Lumiere, a member of the Task Force. This has sparked great upheaval in Clare’s political sphere. Apparently Adrianic Republic spokespeople said this would happen, and are promoting Adrian as a martyr. This has caused a backfire which has led to greatly increased sympathy for their cause and reduced opinion of the Task Force and Council. The event has also reopened debates on whether the Task Force are abusing their above the law status.		Shocking news this week is that ex-Watch Commander Adrian, leader of the “Adrianic Republic” movement, was killed - supposedly for sedition - in the Task Force Headquarters by Stefano De Lumiere, a member of the Task Force. This has sparked great upheaval in Clare’s political sphere. Apparently Adrianic Republic spokespeople said this would happen, and are promoting Adrian as a martyr. This has caused a backfire which has led to greatly increased sympathy for their cause and reduced opinion of the Task Force and Council. The event has also reopened debates on whether the Task Force are abusing their above the law status.

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	In international news, some ruins near Bastion, thought to have been called Trier, have been confirmed to be the site of the Sealing and declared safe to visit. Tourists and pilgrims have begun visiting the site. Enclave authorities have been slow to move on the news and rumour has it several valuables may have been removed by visitors.		In international news, some ruins near Bastion, thought to have been called Trier, have been confirmed to be the site of the Sealing and declared safe to visit. Tourists and pilgrims have begun visiting the site. Enclave authorities have been slow to move on the news and rumour has it several valuables may have been removed by visitors.

	==Week 16.1==		==Week 17.1==


	The small news this week - the favourable reagent deal organised by House Avanti has come to an end after pressure from traders. Apparently vicious rumours about the task force being “bad customers” who “don’t pay their debts” spread among the traders, leading to the move.		The small news this week - the favourable reagent deal organised by House Avanti has come to an end after pressure from traders. Apparently vicious rumours about the task force being “bad customers” who “don’t pay their debts” spread among the traders, leading to the move.

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2020-03-27T11:05:20Z

Week 16.1

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	The second dream is of the world being laid waste by elementals, until shining beings from beyond the stars come to protect us, their power stopping the elementals in their tracks and saving humanity.		The second dream is of the world being laid waste by elementals, until shining beings from beyond the stars come to protect us, their power stopping the elementals in their tracks and saving humanity.

	Maddonites especially are inspired by the first dream. The Maddonite Church of Clare spreads the news that this is a true account ~~spread~~ by the task force of Clare, and Maddonites over the world have turned to Clare for direction as their beliefs are turned on their head. The Witnesses of the End are particularly fervent converts, putting aside their former beliefs overnight and returning to the Church.		Maddonites especially are inspired by the first dream. The Maddonite Church of Clare spreads the news that this is a true account discovered by the task force of Clare, and Maddonites over the world have turned to Clare for direction as their beliefs are turned on their head. The Witnesses of the End are particularly fervent converts, putting aside their former beliefs overnight and returning to the Church.

	Those who are inspired by the second dream are quieter. It’s not known how many have been swayed by it, but it seems to have been particularly appealing to Supremists and those who fear elementals.		Those who are inspired by the second dream are quieter. It’s not known how many have been swayed by it, but it seems to have been particularly appealing to Supremists and those who fear elementals.

	The Guardian Hunters, with support from Ferros Cabal, continue to be a presence in the city, steadying the populace slightly. Martial training sessions offered by Ferros and the Guardian Hunters have become very popular in these tumultuous times.		The Guardian Hunters, with support from Ferros Cabal, continue to be a presence in the city, steadying the populace slightly. Martial training sessions offered by Ferros and the Guardian Hunters have become very popular in these tumultuous times.

Bink at 23:22, 21 March 2020

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	In international news, some ruins near Bastion, thought to have been called Trier, have been confirmed to be the site of the Sealing and declared safe to visit. Tourists and pilgrims have begun visiting the site. Enclave authorities have been slow to move on the news and rumour has it several valuables may have been removed by visitors.		In international news, some ruins near Bastion, thought to have been called Trier, have been confirmed to be the site of the Sealing and declared safe to visit. Tourists and pilgrims have begun visiting the site. Enclave authorities have been slow to move on the news and rumour has it several valuables may have been removed by visitors.

			==Week 16.1==


			The small news this week - the favourable reagent deal organised by House Avanti has come to an end after pressure from traders. Apparently vicious rumours about the task force being “bad customers” who “don’t pay their debts” spread among the traders, leading to the move.

			In much bigger news, the task force assaulted a gathering of Supremists successfully disrupting some working of magic. The number of fatalities was very low compared to other recent task force actions, with most bodies identified by the Watch as the “shambling corpses” rather than citizens.

			Also big news is the presence of many more elementals in the city, including several who could previously only be summoned making appearances seemingly where they like. Some Deirdrists are ecstatic, but others whisper in fear at the idea of another such as Drenth coming into the world, and worse, being able to literally appear and disappear at will.

			The most dramatic news is that of the dreams experienced by the people of Clare, and by all accounts, the entire world. Two dreams are described, the first a dream of Maddon heroically defending the world from creatures of darkness with the help of other mortals and the legendary elemental Jittal.

			The second dream is of the world being laid waste by elementals, until shining beings from beyond the stars come to protect us, their power stopping the elementals in their tracks and saving humanity.

			Maddonites especially are inspired by the first dream. The Maddonite Church of Clare spreads the news that this is a true account spread by the task force of Clare, and Maddonites over the world have turned to Clare for direction as their beliefs are turned on their head. The Witnesses of the End are particularly fervent converts, putting aside their former beliefs overnight and returning to the Church.

			Those who are inspired by the second dream are quieter. It’s not known how many have been swayed by it, but it seems to have been particularly appealing to Supremists and those who fear elementals.

			The Guardian Hunters, with support from Ferros Cabal, continue to be a presence in the city, steadying the populace slightly. Martial training sessions offered by Ferros and the Guardian Hunters have become very popular in these tumultuous times.

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	It seems reagents, of all kinds, are becoming more common allowing them to be purchased for Ducatto for the first time.		It seems reagents, of all kinds, are becoming more common allowing them to be purchased for Ducatto for the first time.

			==Week 15==
			Shocking news this week is that ex-Watch Commander Adrian, leader of the “Adrianic Republic” movement, was killed - supposedly for sedition - in the Task Force Headquarters by Stefano De Lumiere, a member of the Task Force. This has sparked great upheaval in Clare’s political sphere. Apparently Adrianic Republic spokespeople said this would happen, and are promoting Adrian as a martyr. This has caused a backfire which has led to greatly increased sympathy for their cause and reduced opinion of the Task Force and Council. The event has also reopened debates on whether the Task Force are abusing their above the law status.

			House Lumiere has also had an eventful week- Councillor Maria de Lumiere has received criticism for her inaction on the walking corpses, especially when contrasted with the action taken by Stefano de Lumiere. Members of the House are divided between those who support the previously well-respected and long-standing Councillor and those who support the more proactive new member. The House’s increase in power and influence has stalled due to infighting.

			Perhaps due to this upheaval, there is also discussion of House Gabrielli and how, despite their links to crime, they may be necessary to deal with threats like walking corpses and cults that operate in the shadows.

			Outside of politics, there was also news of a large gathering of Order elementals just outside of the city. Order Deirdrists who attended say the event was the trial and deposing of the elemental Fantasia.

			In international news, some ruins near Bastion, thought to have been called Trier, have been confirmed to be the site of the Sealing and declared safe to visit. Tourists and pilgrims have begun visiting the site. Enclave authorities have been slow to move on the news and rumour has it several valuables may have been removed by visitors.

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2020-03-05T12:43:58Z

Week 14

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	The walking corpses, after several weeks of unsettling the residents of Clare, have finally become to reveal some details of who they are. The bodies have begun waylaying citizens to explain that they have come from somewhere beyond the elemental realm. They explain that they supposedly have a “larger” soul than humans, but have benevolent intentions, offering to protect humanity from elementals. People are strongly divided on whether these statements are true and what it means if they are.		The walking corpses, after several weeks of unsettling the residents of Clare, have finally become to reveal some details of who they are. The bodies have begun waylaying citizens to explain that they have come from somewhere beyond the elemental realm. They explain that they supposedly have a “larger” soul than humans, but have benevolent intentions, offering to protect humanity from elementals. People are strongly divided on whether these statements are true and what it means if they are.

	Meanwhile, the rogue watch members, now calling themselves the “Adrianic Republic” are rumoured to have joined forces with ~~the~~ Chaos Deirdrists and followers of ~~Kallad~~ who support their goal of dismantling the Council. Although accusation of treason have been made, besides dereliction of duty involved in leaving the watch, the group has yet to do anything beyond stating a political opinion.		Meanwhile, the rogue watch members, now calling themselves the “Adrianic Republic” are rumoured to have joined forces with some Chaos Deirdrists and followers of Kal'ad who support their goal of dismantling the Council. Although accusation of treason have been made, besides dereliction of duty involved in leaving the watch, the group has yet to ''do'' anything beyond stating a political opinion.

	In less dramatic news:		In less dramatic news:

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	Meanwhile there’s a comparatively minor but increasing controversy over the effects of recreational alchemicals. Supremists claim they have proof that overuse of alchemicals causes small elemental alterations to the human soul. Adherents of recreational alchemical use scoff at the claims, the Deirdrists among them noting that even if this were the case there’s no evidence this is a bad thing to happen to someone.		Meanwhile there’s a comparatively minor but increasing controversy over the effects of recreational alchemicals. Supremists claim they have proof that overuse of alchemicals causes small elemental alterations to the human soul. Adherents of recreational alchemical use scoff at the claims, the Deirdrists among them noting that even if this were the case there’s no evidence this is a bad thing to happen to someone.

			==Week 14==
			The walking corpses, after several weeks of unsettling the residents of Clare, have finally become to reveal some details of who they are. The bodies have begun waylaying citizens to explain that they have come from somewhere beyond the elemental realm. They explain that they supposedly have a “larger” soul than humans, but have benevolent intentions, offering to protect humanity from elementals. People are strongly divided on whether these statements are true and what it means if they are.

			Meanwhile, the rogue watch members, now calling themselves the “Adrianic Republic” are rumoured to have joined forces with the Chaos Deirdrists and followers of Kallad who support their goal of dismantling the Council. Although accusation of treason have been made, besides dereliction of duty involved in leaving the watch, the group has yet to do anything beyond stating a political opinion.

			In less dramatic news:

			House de Lumiere’s Penal Servitude Test Subject Program is being considered a resounding success. The criminals involved are satisfied with their treatment and with continuing the program. In fact, the program seems to be even more successful than other penal service programs by this measure- traditionally, those involved are, at best, grudgingly accepting of their duties. Not only that, but those in the program say that they will continue to work with House de Lumiere when their sentence is complete. As the House are willing to continue their employment, this suggests a reduction in reoffending rates compared to traditional schemes.

			It seems reagents, of all kinds, are becoming more common allowing them to be purchased for Ducatto for the first time.

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	Through the city, people also talk of how the Asura Cabal are somehow involved with the phenomenon of dead bodies rising once more to walk again. Some say that Asura are working with these ‘shamblers’ while others say that they are directly responsible for them. Asura are quietly denying these claims, but, they are not really large enough to have their voice heard anymore. It doesn’t help their case that the shamblers have been witnessed in the streets, performing rituals… or at least trying to. The shamblers have so far failed in every ritual they have attempted according to eye witnesses. That doesn’t mean that people aren’t getting really worried about this phenomenon where corpses walk again and are now attempting thaumaturgy.		Through the city, people also talk of how the Asura Cabal are somehow involved with the phenomenon of dead bodies rising once more to walk again. Some say that Asura are working with these ‘shamblers’ while others say that they are directly responsible for them. Asura are quietly denying these claims, but, they are not really large enough to have their voice heard anymore. It doesn’t help their case that the shamblers have been witnessed in the streets, performing rituals… or at least trying to. The shamblers have so far failed in every ritual they have attempted according to eye witnesses. That doesn’t mean that people aren’t getting really worried about this phenomenon where corpses walk again and are now attempting thaumaturgy.

			==Week 13==
			There are several big news stories this week, all coming rapidly one after another.

			First, in an announcement that shocked few, the Magistrates announced that the evidence collected against Salvador Gabrielli over the last three weeks is incontrovertible, and that furthermore the remainder of House Gabrielli is clearly also implicated in the crimes. Salvador has been relieved of his Council seat and in a unanimous decision of the remaining Council members House Gabrielli have lost the seat entirely. After much negotiation behind closed doors the Council decided to recognise House Avanti’s recent resurgence and were awarded the seat in their place, returning them to three seats, reputedly to Ferros Cabal’s chagrin.

			The second big news is that the task force entered a warehouse in Clare and cleared out a large number of Descending Chain that were using it and recovered a magical artefact of some sort. The Descending Chain were considered by many to be a Bit Weird even by cult standards, so this hasn’t caused much consternation in the city. The Descending Chain have been driven underground by this setback but are reputedly still active.

			The chaos elemental Kal’ad has been wandering around the city unchecked for several weeks now and is developing something of a following. While it’s not known how explicitly he’s espousing the view, it seems his followers are on a rather anarchistic track, questioning whether the structure of Clare is right for them, or even necessary at all.

			It’s not known how much this is related, but the huge news that happens late in the week is that Watch Commander Adrian abruptly quit the Watch and his campaign for a Council seat, declaring the Clare Council corrupt and that it should be replaced by a more representative Republic of Clare. It seems a large number of Watch members may have been swayed to this cause. It’s not known yet what will come of this recent development.

			Meanwhile there’s a comparatively minor but increasing controversy over the effects of recreational alchemicals. Supremists claim they have proof that overuse of alchemicals causes small elemental alterations to the human soul. Adherents of recreational alchemical use scoff at the claims, the Deirdrists among them noting that even if this were the case there’s no evidence this is a bad thing to happen to someone.