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Fudgie · 11-04-2003, 06:20 AM

Okay guys - here we go. The next post is going to be the start of the RP.I thought we could move the party to here - and start a RP relevant to this ring from MF ... and keep Geo's stress level down ... Wink

(We do :wub: you Geo)The idea here is that we keep it in character, but we can play with it and have some fun.SO who what where when why and how were YOU at the Fudgetopian Diplomatic Ball last night?I'll post the relevant info as the RP progresses.Cheers all,Fudge

Fudgie · 11-04-2003, 04:13 PM

Quote:Her hair of course stayed up the whole time, we still can not be sure how that happens

*completely off topic here - but it's so true! Last time I went to a RL ball, I did my hair in curls - I have naturally curly hair. By the end of the night they'd all fallen out! Go figure ...*

11-04-2003, 04:25 PM

*well the by laws of the nation states that any of the royal family when seen in public has to have their hair up in a bun, or in a single braid down the back when in battle*

Fudgie · 11-05-2003, 01:26 AM

*OOC* I know the feeling Aurellis - Mine's only half written and now I've got to tie it all in together with this ...SHEESH - I did it as a word document first, and was referring back and forth to the history all the time. I went crosseyed! Huh

:wacko: :blink:

Fudgie · 11-05-2003, 01:50 AM

From the confidential diary of Lady Phoebe Grace

4th November,

Last night was the stuff dreams are made of! The ball was excellent. The food was superb! I am so glad that mum went with the buffet style canapes and sweets. So much food, so little time ... Wink

The ball itself was amazing. The clothes, the colours, the styles. Mum's friend, the esteemed Lady REbels wore a suit that I must get a copy of ... the style of the coat was unbelievable. I'm not terribly sure that the lampshade she sported later in the night was part of the outfit tho. But, she makes anything look good!

Even though he was plastered fairly early, even the Bishoop of Mirabellis looked good. Ceremonial robes can look good, I guess. Shame that the old man was trying to grab my bum all night ....

It was the usual schmoozing and political chit chat, but I made the night pass quickly by dancing and talking. The presentations to society were boring. Sorry mum - I know you read this and all, but they sucked. I can't see why I had to wait 2 extra years to meet people I knew all my life ....

But, the dancing ... ahh yes ...

I danced most of the night with the Praetor of Military Force, such a charming and dashing young man ... and there's a lot to be said for a man in uniform!

There are rumours that the Praetor will be one of hte first to step up when my courtship is announced. I'm scared and excited ... Whichever marriage I make is to be for the good of the country, and my happiness.Can these 2 be combined? The praetor is not the only candidate though

(page ends here)

11-05-2003, 03:56 AM

A page from the Queen of LadyRebels Diary

Oh what a night, things seemed to go very well for everyone, the only thing missing was MATT, but things are going great for my friends and I am so happy to see this happening.

My Dear Friend seemes to have been swept off her feet by my other Dear friend the Praetor of Military Force, I hope that things go smoothly for them.

It was a beautiful affair and things got out of hand later in the evening, I seem to recall putting on my lampshade again, I hope that my Dear friends forgive me, but a party is not a party without the lampshade, but I think, hope that I kept my clothes on........

Well the night is getting late and I do need to rest, after all tomorrow is another day.

I think I might go see if I can find a dance partner and get out on the town a little...

Mirabellis · 11-05-2003, 05:19 AM

Page from the diary of Hugo Biscanti, ex-Bishop of Udolpho and now minor monk in the Monastery of St. Alban-by-the-Sea:Was it only yesterday I was wining and dining in Fudgetopia? All this over that sweet pure girl and me testing her chastity?! They say you never expect the Mirabellis inquisition, and they were right! Now I'm stuck up here in this God-forsaken hole, and I'm never going back. It's all over! Over! Drat that girl!The only interesting thing up here... The guy in the cell next to mine, with the shaved head, he claims to be that Lin guy... I'll have to check that out.

11-05-2003, 04:45 PM

The Queen, after spending a wonderful night in the room provied by the Fudgetopian Royal Family, emerges dressed in her black suit, her hair in a single braid down the back, a leather head band around her head, with a headset on."I am so happy to see that things are progressing nicely for you Lady Grace, and I do hope that Military will find that courtship is but another form of war, maybe that would help to ease his mind a little. I will be back but right now I am needed for some affairs of state in my nation. Seems that an unknow enity has tried something of a war nature."As she is speaking to the Ladies of Fudgetopia, the two lookalikes emerge, all three women looking so much alike it is impossible to say if they are truly speaking with the Queen or a lookalike.Something is said in a lanuage that has not been heard in ages, some believeing that it is a dead lanuage.Three nods from the ladies."Thank you for inviting me, but we need to be off, and thank you so much for letting us land our stealth fighters here."With this the Ladies turn and leave, they get in the cars and are taken to the Air Force base in Fudgetopia where their planes await them.They take off and are gone in moments, once over the ocean an explosion is heard as one of the planes explode.

11-05-2003, 04:52 PM

Attempt Made on The Queen

At this time it is not known if the attempt was a success or not.

As our Queen and her lookalikes were headed back from Fudgetopia there was an explosion in one of the Stealth Fighters, we have lost someone and do not yet know if it is the Queen or not.

The other two planes turned to engage the bogies, but they turned tail and ran, the only thing that we know for sure is that they were not from Fudgetopia.

At this time we are in a high state of alert, the Mistresses of Defense have been called home, the Twins Paige and Dawn should be here soon, as has the Headmistress.

Right now all we can do is pray to the Goddess that it was not our Queen that is the fallen one. Also pray to the Goddess that the soul of the fallen one will find happiness and peace by Her side.

This is Reporter Lang signing off for now.

Military Force · 11-05-2003, 08:57 PM

The Preator of Military Force is outraged at this recent assasination. Jets have been scrambled and another intellingence director has been executed. Marine Recon units are scouring the area for a launch site for the unidentified jets. This is reported to be the largest troop mobilization in Military Force's history. Reserve units have been placed on active duty, all of the nation is gearing up for war. The Praetor has sworn that this deed will not go unavenged.

Mirabellis · 11-05-2003, 11:38 PM

Official Statement from the Holy Empire of MirabellisWe condemn the cowardly attack against the Queen of LadyRebels and we call upon all nations of the South Pacific to join in a united front against the threat of regional terrorism and forces of destabilization. While we must deal with our own problems at home, we wish to extend our heartfelt hopes for a positive resolution to this crisis. God bless you all. In nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti. Amen.

bistmath · 11-05-2003, 11:58 PM

Bistmath has offered up this statement:We in the Free Land of Bistmath condemn all violent actions against others! The perpetrators must be caught. While we do not believe in vionlence, we offer up our finest searchers to aid in the lost lady's recovery.

Aurellis · 11-06-2003, 12:51 AM

As Arthur sits on the figher-escorted jet back to the Dominion, he makes a phone call home, hoping someone answers.(on the other end) Taylia: Hello?Arthur: Taye, it's me.Taylia: Thank God you're okay. How did the party go?Art: It was more of a ball. Don't call it a party, I've been to parties that were deader than a doornail that were still more lively than that.Talyia: What went wrong?Art: Ugh...it's just...the formalities of the whole thing. I'm just glad to be out of the suit. Don't get me wrong, Stephie and Lady Grace were nice...you know I don't like formal events. I feel bad, though.Talyia: Why's that?Art: Well, all I did was use the evening to try to drum up international support should Domani try anything. That's what worries me about the attack on LadyRebels. It's a long shot, but it could be the CRM. Haven't the foggiest why they'd go after her and not my jet.Talyia: What's your theory?Art: Divide and Conqueor. They want us distracted. Hold on, hon'. [an aide whispers something in his ear]...I've got to go...they want me to make a statement via sattellite. See ya when I get home; tell me about your dinner event then, okay?Talyia: Alright. Though it was probably about as interesting as the ball...Art: [laughs] Probably...talk later.Aurelllis News NetworkLive via SatellitePremier Arthur Williams held a "Satellite Confrence" today on the attack and possible death of the Queen of the Confederacy of LadyRebels."I believe that it is a horrible thing when people use violence as a first resort. The hearts of the Aurellan people are with the people of the Confederacy of LadyRebels during these tense times. If there is anything we can do, we will do our best to assist you."When asked if he thought this act was supported by the CRM, Premier Williams had this to say; "There is no evidence at this time of who perpetrated the attack, but we cannot let any stone go unturned. We will be helping the investigation, if we are welcome to. We must find out who did this and they must be brought to justice, or else no one is safe."

htz31361849782 · 11-06-2003, 02:04 AM

From the Jocular Times official news agency of The Constitutional Monarchy of The ShaftFrom:His royal Highness htz3 of The ShaftTo Mr. And Mrs. Terry CalhounI wish to apologize to the both of you. When I was told your countries custom of married women having the comb on the right side of the head I assumed it meant your right not my right. I hope you will accept my most sincere apology. Concerning the attack on her highness Lady Rebels it is a dangerous world for those who lead in freedom. I offer you any help I can provide from intelligence gathering to military support. As always your servantHtz3 Monarch of The Shaft

11-06-2003, 06:46 AM

Message via Satelite from a secured location somewhere within the vast lands of LadyRebels

Standing on a platform are 30 women, excat lookalikes, nothing can be seen to make a difference in their apperance, even to the point of wearing a black trench coat outfit that is long sleeved, the skirt open at the front of it, hair in a single braid down the back and the head band with a sapphire in the center around the head. Pants under the coat, the neck buttoned to the top, the collar enclosing the slender necks of the women.

One of them steps forward.

"Let it be known that the attempt on the Queen of LadyRebels was not successful, a lookalike was the one to die this day. Also let it be known that we will not stand by and see this happen again."

She steps back, and another takes her place.

"The jets that attacked us over the ocean had strange markings on them, and were in the color of the Aurellis National Guard. We wish to let Premier Arthur Williams of Aurellis know that your talks with the Queen...."

She steps back, and another steps up.

"are to be upheld, that we know that you did not send them to attack us, but they did have access to your National Guards Planes, so we urge you to look better into the matter at hand, and know that we will aide you......"

She steps back, and another steps up.

"anyway that you would like us too. We just thought that everyone should be made aware that the Queen is safe, but when these people are caught, we hope that you will punish them to the fullest extent of your laws......."

She steps back and another steps up.

"we do not want them turned over to us, but if you would rather that be so, then we will handle it through our justice system here......"

She steps back and another step up.

"but you must be aware that we do have the death penatly for those that commit crimes against the state......"

The message is ended quickly with a few words shouted out the same lanuage that was used in Fudgetopia. Just as it blacks out there is seen a fight breaking out.

Aurellis · 11-07-2003, 02:13 AM

::OOC::

If this seems excessively long, blame it on LR... Tongue

::END::

As Arthur paces in Canopy Manor's library, Taylia sitting in one of the recliners, Jo Dee Messina's "Bring on the Rain" can be heard playing softly in the background. At the same moment, his Defense Bureau and Internal Affairs Bureau chief's walk in and sit down in separate chairs, both holding files.

Arthur begins, his tone none to pleased. "I want to know where the [censored] both of you were when this was happening?!"

Taye breaks in, "Calm down. Getting irate won't help things."

Art, slightly calmer, answers, "If it gets answers, yes it will. Now, I want to know why in the blue blazes three of our own jets were firing on a trusted ally. Never mind they were J-15's, which were already outdated when I joined the Army 13 years ago. I want to know how on God's green Earth they manged to take down a stealth fighter. And, I want to know why they were let out on a training mission, without double checking the roster to see if one is scheduled, and with authorization codes that even I can tell are fakes?"

The Defense Chief, Ali Maris, speaks up. "Sir, you have the files in front of you on the missing pilots, and you can tell that they are excellent pilots. All I can say is that we dropped the ball, and that we will do better next time."

Art speaks back up; "Thank you Captain Obvious. Now, onto you." he says to the Internal Affairs Chief. "I want to know why we're even having this conversation. The CRM have been active for five years. Why haven't you taken care of them?"

Kalri Jones speaks, slowly and deliberately, not wanting to say something out of place and anger the Premier further. "The CRM use cells to pull off their attacks, each is independent, and some maybe competing unknowingly. We've done everything we can, and it's not working."

Art looks Kalri in the eyes. "No [censored] it's not working. I want you to try everything. If the orthodox doesn't work, try the unorthodox. And if that fails, try something else! We've got to get our problems sorted out, or else I'll bring in foreign help to do the sorting for us. As of know, Operation: Housekeeping is in effect. I want everyone below me that's working for the government evaluated. No excuses, no exceptions. Even the night janitor that only comes in for one day a week get's his [censored] grilled. If this doesn't fix it, then I'm going to bring in an ally to do it for us. Got it?" When he finishes, he sits down behind his desk.

"Yes, sir," both reply. They leave at the same time, both in a hurry to be anywhere else.

Art looks at Taye. "I wish we didn't have to send the kids off, but I don't know what I'd do..." he leaves the sentence unfinished.

"Relax; They'll be alright." she says, getting up to rub his shoulders.

"I know. I wish you would have gone with them, but you're as bad as I am, maybe even worse, once you get an idea in your head." he responds. Taye just laughs.

Art's aide opens the door. "Sir? The press want a statement. I'd suggest to give them one." he says.

"I'll be out momentarily, tell them I'm on my way." he says with a sigh. The aide nods and leaves. Arthur stands up, grabs his dark blue sportcoat, puts it on over his green turtleneck, and walks out the door.

Aurellis News Nework

Live from the Canopy Gardens, Canopy Manor

"Ladies and gentlemen. We have found the enemy who fired upon the jet from the Confederacy of LadyRebels. Unfortunately, that enemy is ourself. This action has been traced back to the Contrali Resistance Movement. The CRM, whom had swayed three of our best pilots, took off with three Aurellan Technologies J-15 jet fighters and, under the guise of a 'training mission,' shot down one of the stealth fighters. All three J-15 jets subsequently disengaged the remaining stealth fighters and retreated to an abandoned military base outside of the borders of the Dominion, on an island in international waters.

"The Dominion will not stand idly by and let a terrorist group ruin it's name. Already action is being taken to prevent further incidents, though right now I cannot say exactly what is being done. Let it be known that the CRM is considered the most wanted group in the Dominion at this time, and we are doing everything we can to bring them to justice. This is our primary goal.

"The Dominion of Aurellis would also like to issue a formal apology to the Confederacy of LadyRebels. We had originally wished for the matter of the CRM to remain an internal one, but it appears that this is not so. These terrorists will recieve a military trial for war crimes, and we will make sure that they get what they deserve."

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From the desk of Arthur Williams

NOTE: INTERNAL MEMO

To: All ambassadors

Subject: Operation: Housekeeping

As of now, all other projects are put aside. You are to begin negotiations with your respective nations to obtain military assistance in Operation: Housekeeping, should it be necessary. Please stress that foreign assistance will be used as a last resort only.

Premier Arthur Williams

Fudgie · 11-07-2003, 07:39 AM

:blink:

11-07-2003, 09:18 AM

:wacko: oops

Fudgie · 11-07-2003, 09:33 AM

OOC - Nah - tis okay - I just go away for a bit and bam! It's great reading tho - I just have to get my finger out and get some more written.

Fudgie · 11-07-2003, 10:33 AM

Press Conference from the Lodge

Good evening Fudgetopia. We interrupt this epsiode of 'Bigtopians say the Darndest things to cross live to our Premier, Ms. Stephie Fudge

- transmisson crackles, and a view of the media room at 'The Lodge' comes onto screen. Stephie is seated in a comfortable armchair, dressed in a cotton blouse and jeans. Her eyes are red rimmed from cying, however, an aura of calm surrounds her. -

My fellow Fudgetopians,

It is with regret that I inform you of a developing situation in our region.

The night of our ball, an attack was made on a stealth fighter from the Confederacy of Lady Rebels. The attack was by a J-15 fighter, later revealed to be from the Dominion of Aurellis. The attack was not however, under orders from the Dominion's Premier. By all accounts, a terrorist group has taken repsonsibility.

The passenger of the Stealth fighter was not the Queen. However, one of the Esteemed Lady's companions was killed in the attack, as well as trusted pilots. I am deeply saddened by the news, and wish to convey the deepest condolences of my family, and the Fudgetopian nation as a whole to the Confederacy.

Stephie sits up straighter, her posture going from quiet and calm, to controlled and stern

Be it known that Fudgetopian law does not condone terrorism. Any individual found to have had prior knowledge of these attacks, or involved in ay way, will be punished according to the Terrorism Laws of 1999. Investigations are continuing.

We will not be siding with any country in the following weeks, rather, we shall be assisting both countries with their investigations and providing the necessary support and if necessary, military reinforcement.

However, if any Fudgetopian is found guilty under our terrorism act, they shall be deported to the Confederacy of Lady Rebels to face charges there. The penalty is death.

Stephie relaxes again, but the control is still in her voice.

Many of you have been expecting an announcement regarding my daughter this week. In light of the situation, this announcement has been put on hold until further notice.

My family and I will be retreating at the invitation of the Praetor of Military Force, to his ski lodge in the Karakan Mountains for a week.

Many of you are speculating of an engagement rumour involvong the Lady Phoebe Grace and the Praetor. Know this. Phoebe Grace will announce her intent to courtship, as per the tradition of our country's first inhabitants, and then suitable courtships will be decided. It ultimately is her decision, and I can assure you this, tradition is being followed. There is no engagement.

Stephie winks

Yet.

I urge you all to remain calm, and send your thoughts to both the Dominion and the Confederacy, and pray that these issues are resolved quickly.

The television crackles, and the picture goes back to the news room.

This is quite an announcement from our Premier. More news as it breaks. This is Angela Soo signing off, and returning you to your regular broadcast. Good night.

(OOC - how's it going guys? Any feedback PM me!)

Military Force · 11-07-2003, 06:25 PM

The praetor has, after great confusion been enlightened somewhat as to how to proceed. Unfortunately courtship is nothing like war? as far as he can tell? Maybe In LR things are done differently. The Praetor has approached the parents of Lady Phoebe Grace and requested their permission to court their daughter. He is more than happy to answer any questions they may have about him or his intentions. He is now awaiting their reply.*OOC: Better?*

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