Trial of the Century | Blood Gold in Good Familes

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Trial of the Century | Blood Gold in Good Familes Jul 15, 2022 12:55:46 GMT 10

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Post by Laurnath on Jul 15, 2022 12:55:46 GMT 10

July 1052 - 1st - Special Edition of Mirros City Circular

THE SPECULARUM SPECULATOR PRESENTS:
Blood Gold in Good Families

Forgive us dear readers, for invoking the name of the old city. For what we do now is invoke the past.
In the year 920, Specularum Speculator wrote: "Dear Editor. I write to you in haste and with great regret that I did not do this sooner. For there is a heaviness in my heart as I lay on my deathbed. I have witnessed and wished for many dire things in my time and with that I have received blood gold in my good family. I beseech those who know what I speak of to stop this madness. To see my death as the beginning of the end of restraint. We must not. Do not wake the beast. - Specularum Speculator"

This missive was paid for fully to run for 333 weeks in the Mirros City Circular. We received no replies, until recently.

"SS, Even in death you can't keep your mouth shut. - 0Tri12"

"Time flows like a river and history repeats - SM"

"Specularum Speculator. It is too late. I am so sorry. - LeHawth"

"Blood Gold Will Reign - Anonymous"

"33 - Anonymous"

The Mirros City Circular has reached out to as many contributors as possible, unable to follow the financial trail of any of the missive makers as the code words
"Blood Gold in Good Families" has begun being written in blood substance on local establishments around the city.

The Kings Forces have responded to concerned parties with the following: "We will investigate and persecute any damage to properties within Karameikos as the law allows. Criminal elements have always existed in the city and citizens should not be alarmed unduly. Please maintain calm and continue normal activities."

More to come...

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And the seas are frozen in time
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Trial of the Century | Blood Gold in Good Familes Jul 15, 2022 13:07:42 GMT 10

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Post by Laurnath on Jul 15, 2022 13:07:42 GMT 10

4th July 1052

THE TATTLER
Blood God in Gold Family

THE ESTEEMED TATTLER BREAKS THE CASE.

Tattler investigation exposes that families with synonyms of wealth or gold are at risk of being sacrificed to the blood god.
This information was pulled from the depths of the depravity of The Nest. Where we spent at least a thousand gold on offer for the true and accurate story from the locals.

It appears that they have been trying to alert the authorities by leaving messages on buildings around the city as a cry for help. They have admitted that it is possible that they just didn't know how to spell their message properly and have been corrected by our reporter Crin G Lasse.

Lasse also had this to say about the situation: "It is dire here. It is clear that many of them have been sacrificed but it's very possible that it would take many many more sacrifices to make their living conditions acceptable. We have made the bold, but well researched claim that this may actually be what's best for the people of The Nest and have offered to pay for their name changes to Gold, Golden, Goldwright, Aureate, Auric, Auriferous, Aurous, Aurulent, Blonde, Flaxen, Honeyed, Mellow yellow, Ochroid, Straw, Tan, Tawny, Wheat, GoldGoldGold. It is an exceptional plan that will alleviate the financial pressures of local families. We should all be thankful to The Blood God."

We will update you on the Blood God as often as we possibly can, Tattler IS as Tattler Does and WE ARE the best news source there is.

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Trial of the Century | Blood Gold in Good Familes Jul 26, 2022 13:39:22 GMT 10

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Post by Laurnath on Jul 26, 2022 13:39:22 GMT 10

8th July 1052

Mirros Gazette

We never suspected a thing.
12 Families torn apart, arrests in the triple digits.

Mirros has been rocked this week with a bombshell leak that revealed a spate of arrests on the same evening by the Kings Enforcer Division. 12 Families, across 33 houses had been arrested, black bagged and transported to the Palladium Interrogation Center. One of the largest major undercover operations in the recent history of the city.

The dossier has been confirmed by reporters seeking out families in the Garden District, finding many houses having been packed up and or locked off by the Kings Forces. A research team also noted that a significant number of teens and children were marked absent during the time of this arrest in the prestigious local schools. Teachers admitted that they found it worrying, but were told by the KED that they were not to worry "all would be revealed."

At this point in time, one could not reveal any family names - but we do have the listed charges that the entirety of the group are listed as to be facing.

Arson
Assault and Battery
Bribery
Blood Magic
Conspiracy
Cult Literacy and Lore
Charlitanism
Disorderly Conduct
Disturbing the Peace
Embezzlement
Extortion
Fraud
False Idolatry
Identity Theft
Insurance Fraud
Kidnapping
Manslaughter: Involuntary
Manslaughter: Involuntary
Money Laundering
Murder: First-degree
Murder: Second-degree
Necromancy for profit
Necromancy to injure or harm
Occultism for profit
Robbery

According to the KED Spokesperson Kelsey Clairmont, "More charges may follow but all are innocent until proven guilty and all must be mindful of the innocents caught in between."

More to come as more is revealed.

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Trial of the Century | Blood Gold in Good Familes Oct 13, 2022 13:36:35 GMT 10

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13th October 1052

Mirros Gazette

Spate of Conscience Suicides - Blood Gold Connection?

Leading towns across Karameikos are reporting what the public is deeming 'Conscience Suicides'. Previously well thought of and well connected members of all levels of society are seeking absolution in droves. With the leaving of a note that exposes indiscretions that range from theft to mass murder it is said. The KED will not release the manner of death, but some have said 'for sure they vary'.

The Church of Karameikos has lauded the outcome as part of a wider sign that the generations are embracing the religious message to live as if the gods themselves are watching. Reminding the citizens of all the lands that the churches are always available for them to seek a living form of penance and forgiveness. The Mirros Gazette also reminds readers that they should seek assistance before making any rash decisions.

The Kings Forces Spokespeople have released a statement that they do not consider the suicides as a part of the Blood Gold Court Drama. These incidences are unrelated and all open cases are considered confidential.

However a trusted inside source was able to divulge that specifically, the current spate of suicides are being treated as suspicious and a task force and archiver have been approved for review of the multiple incidents - separate to the Blood Gold force.

October 13 | 1052

Mirros City Circular
Blood Gold in ~~Good~~ Connected Families

The Trial of the Century has exploded dramatically this week as Judge Edderson Baker has declared a mistrial on the first of the thirty two cases on the basis of Substantial Misconduct. The files of the investigation had been added into a diplomatic parcel of review documents to the Kings Council. Assuming the submission to be legitimate, they voted that there was not enough evidence to convict and they would like a thorough review by a secondary team of the Kings Forces with a stronger eye for detail.

In a stunning twist, the Kings Council also demanded that the Blood Gold 33 should be remanded in safer custody and have their surnames revealed so as to stop the speculation and violence against families with currently missing members. They should thus be treated and written about as

Defendants:

Abley
Ashbourne
Baker
Bennington
Dalton
Farrowlen
Fulker
Harper
Holton-Barry
Jasper
Lordren-Peakes
Walker
Vauquelin-Smith

The KED has reminded citizens that these 12 families are currently under Kings Protection Law 822 and it would be deeply regretful if anyone attempted to disrupt the peace for them.

When asked about the breeches in protocol, KED Spokesperson Kelsey Clairmont said "The Kings Forces regrets any damage caused to the defendants, the public, the court system and the Kings Court in this matter. We look forward to ensuring the strength of evidence for a new trial meets the Kings Council approval. Long Live the King"

Last Edit: Oct 13, 2022 13:40:28 GMT 10 by Laurnath

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And the seas are frozen in time
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