30 September 2015

Kalahari Herald Chronicles 30 September 2015 2#4

DAILY NEWS FROM MAMLAKAT KALAHARI   30 September 2015


SLAVERY: THE HARSH REALITY

In recent days, we have seen the best of times and the worst of times, in our slave population.

The best of times includes the branding of slave dara, the long term outstanding service of slaves Abu and Gabi, the stellar service of slave Tasme at the Delicious Syrup, the hard work of such Mine slaves as Druslan and Henry, and the new service of slave Alisha Munro, who begins to explore her servitude as a Service slave.

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Proper slave behavior

But we have also seen the worst of times in our slaves as well. The paramount example is the outrageous and treasonous behavior of slave geronimo, who was justly punished, and will live out the rest of his miserable life without the benefit of his treasonous tongue.

SLAVE FLUFFYKINS

But two other wretched slaves deserve mention for their unacceptable behavior. the first, slave Fluffykins, committed a serious crime in the Kingdom itself by ATTEMPTING to escape.

Thinking he was unsupervised, this foolish boy broke free from his chains in the Mine, and ran around the Kingdom, believing he was somehow eluding Guard Commander Livia, and temporary deputy Afraa al Abid, as well as Kingdom Medical Director Adeel C. Eagor.

Of course, this pathetic excuse of a slave was trapped in the Bath House by Princess Livia, and given the punishment he so richly deserved: a ferocious beating that may scar him for life.

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Minister Afraa watches Princess Livia beat slave Fluffykins

SLAVE TALLY

But the most insidious and clever misbehavior was perpetrated by the notorious slave tally. (It is a generally accepted fact that the female slave is far superior to her male counterpart in intelligence and cunning, though there might be the occasional exception.) It certainly is true in the matter of tally.

This she-devil not only stole jewelry from the Palace to finance her escape, she commandeered one of the Kalahari Navy's light cutters to manage her escape. In fact, she DID escape, for a while. (ahahaha) How "clever" she must have felt as she hit the open seas! How "free" she must have believed her escape had made her!

But little did she know that someone more intelligent, and far more relentless was in pursuit, a ruthless Mistress who was affronted by the arrogance of one of her slaves, who thought that SHE could escape.

General of the Armies Princess Prith not only managed to lead Kalahari's victorious legions in campaigns of conquest in several faraway lands, her agents left no stone unturned in pursuing the over-confident tally.

Finally, the runaway was located; secret messages were sent, and one sunny morning, as the unsuspecting slave searched along the wharves of Puerto Esclava for passage to the fabled lands of Urop, justice arrived in the person of Princess Prith, at the head of a crack squad of her personal guard.

The stunned slave was so shocked, she fell to her knees, and, weeping, through herself at the Princess' feet, covering them with kisses Little did she realize that this false show of repentance would not move the experienced Princess, who clapped the faithless slave in chains, and dragged her back to the Kingdom.

But it was two formidable women who would demand justice from the now blubbering tally. Princess Prith, of course,wreaked a terrible vengeance on the slave, brutally marking the runaway with her whip, and then leaving her hanging on the Punishment Tree of Kalahari, as a gruesome reminder of the fate of runaway slaves.

But Kalahari had more to demand. The Justice Minister, Princess Livia, made slave tally answer for her theft of some of the Royal Jewels by punishing the now broken runaway with an equally brutal beating, with her whip, crossing every t and dotting every i that Princess Prith's whip had left on the lovely flesh of the slave.

The King's sisters know how to demand justice for the King!

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The King demands justice


KING HASSAN FORMALLY LIFTS SUSPENSION OF AFRAA AL ABID

SHE IS REINSTATED AS MINISTER OF ENTERTAINMENT AND EXTERNAL RELATIONS

INN/TAVERN MANAGEMENT INCORPORATED INTO "HOSPITALITY"
AND PLACED UNDER KING'S PERSONAL SUPERVISION

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Minister Afraa al Abid

KING'S STATEMENT

"The past period has brought rest to our Kingdom and therefore I would like to offer Afraa her old position back as Entertainment and External Affairs Minister, including the leadership of the Belly Dance team, and I ask her to accept this.....
: ....and because of the important first view of hospitality and the high workload of her former package....., I will keep the management of the Tavern in my own hands.

So I ask you Afraa, if you kindly would accept the return to this position?

AFRAA'S ACCEPTANCE

Your Highness, thank you for offering to lift my suspension from the position of Minister of Entertainment and External Relations. I take it as a sign of your desire to be open to all.

As you know, I have made it quite clear to you that we are not friends, but we do not need to be. I am proud of the way I acted as Entertainment and External Affairs Minister before, and will continue to perform my duties in the exact same way now that you have decided to lift my suspension. So reinstating me says, I think, that you judge this matter on its merits, not with personal feelings attached.

I am also happy you agreed to my suggestion that Tavern management comes under the Palace's supervision, while keeping the Belly Dance Temple and dance slaves in the Entertainment Ministry. That change in governance structure is best for all concerned, I think.

But most of all, it pleases me to see that you place your trust in my judgment in spite of our disagreements. It speaks to good character on your part. I am sure that you and I can work together as professional associates for the good of the Kingdom and all of its wonderful residents, so I accept reinstatement.

Thank you.

THE KING AFFIRMS

Thank you very much for your support Afraa; from now on you will again be a member of our Court


Afraa al Abid
Kalahari Herald
Minister of Entertainment and External Relations

29 September 2015

Kalahari Herald Chronicles 29 September 2015 2#3

DAILY NEWS FROM MAMLAKAT KALAHARI   29 September 2015

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THE ARRIVAL OF FORTUNE TELLER LAIA BEEBE!

Uniquely Gifted

Picture a child unlike other children, gifted, but cursed.

She makes strange pronouncements, but they come true! And she displays knowledge far beyond the abilities of someone of her tender years.

She made her family and friends, nervous, upset, and finally terrified. Common people can not understand uncommon abilities. Frightened people act irrationally, and so they sold her to a merchant slave trader.

When that happened, surprisingly she had had no fear. The Moon had "told" her that she had been given an enormous opportunity, When she'd discovered that the trader carried a fortuneteller in his caravan, and that the old woman quickly saw that the girl's special abilities, the girl's future was assured. She studied how to harness her gift of "second sight," learning to use it for her benefit, and the welfare of others.

Laia Beebe was 7 years old at the time.

The next 5 years served as the broadest of educations. The caravan traveled around the known world, and the little girl grew to be a young woman, soaking in knowledge, meeting diplomats, and slave traders, exotic women and warriors of great renown. From each she learned something, and soon, with the aid of her gift, she knew almost everything.

One day, the woman who had been her mentor and friend called her, and told her the she was about to die. That night she left the caravan, on her own for the first time in her life, but armed with the fearsome knowledge that her unique gifts had granted her.She traveled widely, searching, searching, searching for the home that she had never had, hoping to find a place she could call her own.

She used her gifts to help all people, rich and poor, nobles and slaves, men and women, in her endless quest to find peace so that she could make her gifts available to one and all. That was justice for her.


Finally she heard about a Kingdom, ruled by a King and his family, well known for his interest in creativity. She sensed that finally her quest was ended, at last she might have found a home!

The Kingdom was Kalahari, the King was Hassan Ibn Trrrol, the quest was complete. Hospitality and kindness met her, she had come home, ready to share her special gifts with all the residents of the Kingdom.

Welcome, Laia Beebe, Fortune Teller!

Laia Beebe, Fortune Teller


DELICIOUS SYRUP TAVERN/INN: CULINARY TREASURE OF THE KNOWN WORLD!

Already renowned for its exquisite cuisine, the Delicious Syrup Inn/Tavern now offers an even wider variety of hospitality for residents of the Kingdom, their visitors, and all who come to our shores.

Delicious Syrup Manager Cindy

A newly organized set of tables allows an exciting display of entrees, and then a luscious tray of desserts with exotic coffees and teas available for purchase.

Bear Omelets, Cake Houses and Cream Rolls tempt the Guests

Coffee/Tea Table and Dessert Tray

A Greedy Table has been added to expand the hospitality offerings, and the Chronicles is honored to publish the Daily Menu Specials that guests may purchase for the amazingly low price of one gold coin, And one last good piece of news is that the outstanding Tavern slave Tasme will be dancing for the pleasure of the guests when her busy schedule allows.

So come join the crowds who make the Delicious Syrup the destination spot for delicious food, pleasurable dancing, and Greedy fun!

Happy Guests and brilliant serving slaves at the Delicious Syrup

Delicious Syrup Daily Menu   30 September 2015

Verr chops 
suls with butter or cheese 

Sweets a choice of cakes from the table 
Wine , tea or coffee with the  meal

1 gold piece a meal 


PALACE DINNER PARTY DAZZLES GUESTS

The Royal Couple inaugurated a new era of hospitality in the Palace when they invited Manager Cindy and Afraa al Abid to an intimate dinner party in the newly renovated Royal Dining Hall. The gracious couple stunned the visitors with the beauty of their china, crystal, candlesticks and flatware.

But the greatest treat came with the appearance of the outstanding cuisine offered by newly branded Palace Slave dara, assisted by new Service Slave Alisha Munro. Even Cindy, who has experienced  every exotic dish in the world, from boiled Mongolian yak to the fabled bangers and mash, delighted in the delicious food and the equally wonderful presentation.

dara serves the Royal Couple, Cindy and Afraa

Food, hospitality, community: a Royal Welcome to Mamlakat Kalahari!


Afraa al Abid
Kalahari Herald


(Thought the residents of the Kingdom would like to see where the readers of the Kalahari Herald Chronicles come from.   Afraa al Abid)

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28 September 2015

Kalahari Herald Chronicles 28 September 2015 2#2

DAILY NEWS FROM MAMLAKAT KALAHARI   28 September 2015


SPECIAL EDITION!!! SPECIAL EDITION!!! SPECIAL EDITION!!! SPECIAL EDITION!!!


A TALE OF TWO SLAVES:

THE RADIANT AND PURE DARA IS BRANDED
JOINS THE TRRROL FAMILY DYNASTY, AND BECOMES PALACE SLAVE

THE DASTARDLY SLAVE GERONIMO PREACHES TREASON, AND IS MUTED


SLAVERY

In many civilizations since the beginning of time, men have controlled other men and women through the institution of slavery. It is a reality of human nature, that men, in war, or raiding, or by purchase, or kidnapping, place their yoke on others.

The FACE of slavery is the same in all events. Those who are slave masters use the men and women they control, for their own purposes. Sometimes they use them as workers, for instance on a farm, to save themselves from that heavy burden. At other time, they employ them in dangerous situations, such as warfare, or mining, where human life is cheap. Frequently, sexual pleasure is at the root of this domination where men mold and train women so that their only purpose in life is to please them. For many of those who condemn slavery, it is this usage that calls forth their condemnation.

But it is in the FACES of slavery that the institution finds its justification, and its diamond-edged beauty. For it is an indisputable truth, that some human beings find their destiny, their glory, and their salvation in the very institution of slavery that others might condemn. As in any other human endeavor, it is the person who makes the institution a success or a failure.

In the last two days, the Kingdom has seen two extremes in the behavior of its slaves. The FACE of BEAUTY is represented by slave dara, who found her destiny, her glory, and her salvation by submitting herself totally and without reservation to King Hassan Ibn Trrrol, and to the Trrrol Family dynasty.

The FACE of EVIL, on the other hand, was displayed by the dastardly slave geronimo, who, after receiving from Mamlakat Kalahari the hospitality and nurture greater than any slave deserves,started talking about slave rebellions, how easy it would be for slaves to overthrow the King: in short, he preached treason.

We tell the tale of these two slaves both for the edification of our readers, who will fall in love with the purity of dara's commitment, and then passionately hate the evil and treasonous geronimo. And in Kalahari Kingdom, as you will see, they both received their just rewards.


THE BRANDING OF SLAVE DARA

In preparation for the great event, Diana Geesink and dara's sister slave tasme prepared her to be as physically pure as her commitment. She bathed in the luxurious quarters of the Palace which will be her home for the rest of her life.

dara prepared

Diana and slave tasme then prepared the lovely but frightened dara by giving her words of encouragement, and warm caresses of affection.

dara trembling with emotion

Fortunately, there was little time to spend in fear and trembling as the King had summoned all to the branding block for the great event. Quickly dressing in a beautiful outfit, and escorted by her friends, dara moved to the designated area, and her destiny.

The King Summons all to the Branding

In a brief but thoughtful address, the King emphasized the rich tradition of slavery in the Trrrol  family dynasty, and the Family which slave dara now joined. He held up the famous 'T' which for ages has graced the flesh of all Trrol slaves.

The King himself, experienced in such matters, prepared the branding flames, knowing that precision in preparation and application would add grace, and relieve pain, for his beloved slave.

The Flame of Branding, and Love

As the King went through his preparation, slave dara waited in fearful anticipation, white faced, but serene, displaying to the admiring onlookers her inner strength.

the radiant slave dara with her sister slave tasme

The King questioned slave dara before all present that she should let all the onlookers know that she had chosen this path of her own free will. Her answer thrilled all who heard her stirring words: "This girl is proud to tell you all that she is honored to receive the Trrrol brand in her skin and will serve the kingdom with all her soul." The King, realizing that speed with precision was the best course, drew the branding iron from the flames, and with one quick thrust, changed slave dara's life forever.


The Branding of slave dara by King Hassan Ibn Trrrol
And then the painful deed was done, and all were ready to celebrate!

Cindy, the lovely Manager of the Delicious Syrup Inn/Tavern had prepared another one of her delicious feasts for the celebration.

Tavern Manager Cindy
The King led the celebratory dancing, moving to the beat of a different drummer, but all did enjoy the spectacle. As he gazed heavenward, he seemed to be giving thanks to God for the gift of dara, but also for the splendor of his Kingdom and its people.

The King gives thanks

And so the King led his Merry Band, dancing into the night, in commemoration of yet another momentous event in the history of Kalahari.The Merry band: Tasme, Abu, reena, and Afraa.

The King leads his Merry band


THE MUTING  OF SLAVE GERONIMO

Kalahari residents realize that there is evil in the world, and nowhere was this more scandalously displayed than in the behavior of slave geronimo. Granted productive work, comfortable living quarters, plentiful and healthy food, this horrible slave did not show the deep gratitude such generosity deserves, but instead spoke treason.

Fortunately, the Royal Guard proved its worth, as it did in the murky crisis of the King's abdication. Royal Guard Bill Le Brave discovered this treasonous talk. Senior Royal Guard Kal Garnet joined Bill in reporting this to Guard Commander Princess Livia Ashi, who immediately took control of the situation.

Princess Livia issued the following proclamation, insuring full legality for all her actions:

"By order of the Minister of Justice you are charged with talks of treason and rebellion towards the Kingdom of Kalahari which is a CRIMINAL ACT. By doing so you will serve a total time of 30 minutes in the prison, suspended upside down against frame. Further punishment is at the discretion of the Minister of Justice, the King and the Guard.


Signed and stamped with the rose sigil"

So imagine the arrogance of the slave geronimo, who continued insulting the King, the Kingdom, and members of the Royal Guard. Even when serving his sentence, the flow of words from his overactive tongue filled the ears of all who heard his angry words, especially Commander Livia and Guard Kal.

Guard Kal Garnet and Guard Commander Livia Ashi
Finally, Princess Livia, after repeated warnings, had had enough of this poisonous treason. Moving with the speed and precision of her brother when he branded slave dara (it must be a family trait!), Livia drew her mighty sword, yanked the offending tongue into view, and sliced it off with one quick stroke. Finally, the outburst of treason was silenced, and slave geronimo had learned a painful, and life-long lesson.

The tongueless slave geronimo, now silent forever
Slaves of the Kingdom, learn this lesson well. The face of slavery is YOUR face. You may choose acceptance and a life of happiness. Or you can choose the road of rebellion and treason. We pray that you will choose wisely.


Afraa al Abid
Kalahari Herald

Kalahari Herald Chronicles 27 September 2015 2#1

DAILY NEWS FROM MAMLAKAT KALAHARI   27 September 2015


SPECIAL EDITION!!! SPECIAL EDITION!!! SPECIAL EDITION!!! SPECIAL EDITION!!!

THE KINGDOM IN SHOCK AS THE KING ANNOUNCES THAT HE WILL ABDICATE!!!
QUEEN NAMED TO RULE---HER REIGN LASTS TWO DAYS!!!
THE KING RETURNS TO POWER AFTER A MURKY LEGAL HEARING
ENTERTAINMENT/EXTERNAL AFFAIRS MINISTER AFRAA AL ABID SUSPENDED!!!
OR WAS SHE?


*THE ANNOUNCEMENT*

Kalahari has shocked the world!

The events of the last week in the Kingdom have offered us the spectacle of a deeply moved King Hassan Ibn Trrrol, after proclaiming to a joyful crowd at the Arena the appointment of Princess Livia Ashi to the post of Justice Minister, stunning the onlookers with the announcement that he was abdicating the Throne to face serious charges in Court. and that he was nominating his wife, Queen Vi Vyper, to rule in his absence!

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King Hassan and new ruler, Queen Vi

This was immediately followed by a white-faced Princess Livia shouting at the King that he was in Contempt of Court for making the announcement. And all wondered who had brought this Court case against our beloved King, and what were the serious charges that he faced? And most Kalaharians did nothing but stand in stunned disbelief as the truth of the King's words began to sink into their consciousnesses.

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Stunned Disbelief Grips Kalahari

The King created turmoil the like of which had never been seen before in the history of the Trrrol Family Dynasty. The Kingdom was confronted with the sight of Court members in loud public disagreement, pasty-faced officials in tears, and the Kingdom giving the lie to this most mistaken of all signs.

Sign Hung on Wrong Post: Should be in Arena
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The Kingdom was perched on the edge of the abyss, and all was in shambles.

OR WAS IT?


*THE IMMEDIATE AFTERMATH*

JUSTICE CENTER FILES REVEAL THAT KING HASSAN IBN TRRROL AND MINISTER AFRAA AL WERE BOTH JAILED IN THE NEW JUSTICE CENTER!!!
REPORTEDLY A HEARING WAS HELD AMIDST VIOLENT DISAGREEMENTS!!!
OR WAS IT?

Given the enormity of this story, the Kalahari Herald Chronicles utilized all its resources to produce an investigation unprecedented in scope, and yet mysteriously short of results. We still do not have answers to the following questions, but slowly, a picture is emerging that calls into question what we all believed during this unprecedented period.

Here are some of the questions our fearless scroll decided to investigate so as to enlighten our fellow citizens.

What caused the King to abdicate?
Were charges were brought against him?
What role did Princess Livia and Minister Afraa play in the case?
Why did Queen Vi invite the detested international assassin MRKINGBE to the Kingdom?
Was Princess Livia and the Royal Guard the only governmental unit standing between Kalahari and utter disaster?
Who were the numerous international visitors to the Kingdom meeting with Minister Afraa al Abid, and why were they here?
And perhaps most stunning of all, were all these events carefully orchestrated by the King and his most trusted advisors to PROTECT the Kingdom against a surprise attack by unidentified enemies by CONFUSING the Kingdom?


*THE REALITY THAT APPEARED: IS IT THE REALITY THAT WAS TRUE?

PRINCESS LIVIA ASHI REMAINED AT HER POST!!!
JUSTICE REMAINED OPEN, AND THE ROYAL GUARD WAS MOBILIZED

One fact which no one disputes was that Princess Livia mobilized the Royal Guard, as well as a motley crew of slaves and "Irregulars," to protect the Kingdom against the frightening threats about which we can now only speculate.

As a true warrior, the Princess commands her troops "from the front." She and her trusty steed "Nightshade" were everywhere, plugging holes in our defenses, bringing "Irregulars" to fill gaps, and most importantly, showing what leadership in a crisis means.

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Warrior Princess on Nightshade

Beyond that truth, the mysteries swirl like the desert winds during the harmattan.

We could not establish the Queen's relationship with MRKINGBE as part of a plot, for instance. But the King and the Minister each did serve a sentence in the cells of the Justice Center.

The charges brought against the King are cloaked in mystery, but some sort of "Hearing" was held, and even the presence of Royal Guard Kal Garnet could not prevent curious Kalaharians from hearing screams and threats from within the Justice Center.

But the deepest darkest secret is reserved for Minister Afraa al Abid. Was she somehow involved in dastardly plots, caught in the crossfire between two Royal factions, or did the King give her a role so sensitive, so critical, that a large-scale Royal deception was the only explanation for events as they transpired? Let us lay the evidence before you, dear readers, and you decide for yourselves.


*THE SECRET ROLE OF MINISTER AFRAA AL ABID*

FOREIGN DIPLOMATS DESCEND UPON KALAHARI
DO WE HAVE OPERATIVES IN THE FIELD?

Through our contacts in the Ministry of External Affairs, and from the accounts of eyewitnesses, as well as sources within the King's Court, we have been able to gather an enormous amount of evidence to show that Minister Afraa al Abid met with both diplomats, members or Royal Families, and some mysterious characters whose roles in this drama we could not discover.

The Minister also employed a number of disguises while she was "suspended," seemingly being a disgraced official enjoying a low-key holiday. But we now have overwhelming proof that suggests that there was an ulterior motive to the roles played by ALL the major figures in this drama.

We know that the Minister met with numerous foreign officials and dignitaries, including Queen Haifa of Kuwar

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Two Former Queens of Kuwar

Minister Jamila Robinson of the Kuwar Ministry of the Interior,

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Minister Afraa Imparting Some Wisdom to Minister Jamila Robinson of Kuwar

She also took counsel with Miss Sonia Tairov, Kalahari's "Entertainer," though many have suspected her talents lie in deeper and darker directions.

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MinisterAfraa giving Secret Mission to Sonia Tairov, "Entertainer"

And though she thought she was safe from our prying eyes, the Chronicles was able to procure an exclusive illustration of her with an unnamed operative. One wonders if this was one of the famed Kalaharians In Stealth Squad (KISS), as prodigiously successful as they are unknown.

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Minister Afraa, disguised,  giving secret instructions to member of KISS

We also sought the one illustration which would have proved beyond doubt what we suspect, but were unable to find, so our final illustration must remain ambiguous, of the Emir of Kuwar, and of the role he might have played in these momentous events. (File Photos)

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Afraa al Abid visited by her Former Husband Emir Hussein al Rachid of Kuwar

"slave Dahlia" (Afraa al Abid) visited by her former husband the Emir of Kuwar


*AFRAA AL ABID, SUSPENDED OR ?*

But we conclude our evidence with a bombshell! We have an illustration, that shows Minister Afraa al Abid, if we interpret the illustration correctly, "persuading" Kadin Daria Romanova, Emirah of Kuwar, and military dictator, to avoid any dangerous or violent paths.

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BEHAVE OR ELSE, DARIA!

So, when all is said and done, Minister Afraa al Abid was suspended.

OR WAS SHE? AHAHAHA


Afraa al Abid
Kalahari Herald

16 September 2015

Kalahari Herald Chronicles 16 September 2015 1#47

DAILY NEWS FROM MAMLAKAT KALAHARI   16 September 2015

VALNOR ISLE, HOME OF THE SISTERHOOD OF VALNOR

The Beautiful Harbor of Valnor
Magnificent Temple of Valnor


THE TRIP TO VALNOR A DIPLOMATIC TRIUMPH!
WARMTH AND HOSPITALITY SURROUNDS THE KALAHARI CONTINGENT!
KING CHARMS ALL IN VALNOR!
COMMERCIAL TREATY NEGOTIATED

The history of nations and their relations is filled with conflict, rancor, and hatred. Rulers rise and fall, soldiers fight and die, civilians suffer, societies crumble. How much sadness is generated by this sort of conflict, disagreement, and misunderstanding.

It is therefore a great pleasure for the Chronicles to report that two nations stand out from this brutal and vicious cycle of pain and suffering, and even more, that they do so peacefully and with a great sense of sisterhood and brotherhood.

The Sisterhood of Valnor, and Mamlakat Kalahari share some national characteristics: a love of beauty, extraordinary rulers, the importance of hard work and loyalty, productivity from every citizen and slave, But differences are there as well: though both nations can easily defend themselves against aggressors, Valnor emphasizes its military component more than the Kingdom. Valnor is older and more populous than Kalahari. And most significantly, Valnor celebrates female dominance, while Kalahari is led by a strong and able King. (Hmm female dominance what a marvelous idea! Oh, no the King is a reader! Just teasing, Your Highness. ahahaha.)

Yet every difference can be surmounted when nations, and their rulers enter into a relationship seeking equality, justice, and fairness for both parties. And so it was, when the powerful Sisterhood of Valnor welcomed a diplomatic contingent from Kalahari Kingdom. The Kalahari contingent gathered at the Delicious Syrup Inn, excited and curious, nourished by the delicious food prepared by Manager Cindy.

Excitement builds before we depart for Valnor

Waiting for us in Valnor was the beautiful Goddess Phaedra Sautereau, whose powerful influence was felt in every detail of our visit, especially the warmth and hospitality with which we were greeted.

The Goddess with one of her adoring slaves

High Priestess Broken Swords led the Valnor Welcoming Committee with a warm greeting, directly after the Royal Family, and the rest of the Kalahari party, debarked from the handsome vessel Valnor uses to welcome important delegations. But the high point of the arrival was the meeting of the Goddess and the King and Queen.

King Hassan and Queen Vi greeted by the Goddess

and warmly welcomed

And the wonderful connection between rulers, spread to all those who gathered in the Bottoms Up Tavern.

A Convivial Gathering in the Bottoms Up Tavern
Tavern Manager Cindy took this opportunity to study the operation of the Bottoms Up, confirming what High Priestess Broken Swords stated at the welcome: the most important person in a country is the Tavern Manager! (oops, now I have the King AND the Goddess after me!)

Bottoms Up Tavern studied by Manager Cindy

Our gracious hosts showed us many delightful aspects of their land, including this lovely stream, surrounded by the well cared for buildings, bridges, and windmills


Beautiful!

But the Highlight of the tour was the females' visit to the Temple of the Goddess, while the King worked on the details of the commercial treaty with Head Merchant Shura Sharpesworth. Queen Vi, Princess Livia, and Minister Afraa, in particular, were stunned with the magnificent elegance of the Temple.

King and Head Merchant Shura Sharpesworth


Stunning say Queen, Princess, and Minister

in every way!

By the end of the day, the Kalaharians had been nourished in every way--beauty, warm hospitality, food and drink--and made their happy way home to the Kingdom. The King and the Goddess made a joint announcement that a commercial treaty had be signed, in which Valnor and Kalahari exchanged carts of G&S goods to be on sale at each other's nation.

Our warmest thanks go out to Goddess Phaedra Sautereau, Head Merchant Shura Sharpesworth, High Priestess Broken Swords, Scribe/Librarian Lady Izlix, and all of the residents and slaves of Valnor, and we eagerly await their visit to our humble but welcoming land.

AND SPECIAL THANKS TO LADY IZLIX WHO MADE ALL THE ARRANGEMENT FOR OUR TRIP

Here, Lady Izlix, Scribe and Libarian of Valnor, greets the visitors of Kalahari, surrounded by two slaves.

The Talented Lady Izlix

And in an amusing twist, the slaves of Kalahari were surprised to learn that the slaves of Valnor all work as hard and as physically as do the Mine slaves in our Kingdom. Slaves like Henry, Tasme, dara, Druslan: beware! ahahaha

UPCOMING EVENTS, DETAILS BELOW
FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2015, NOON TO 1:00 PM SLT, COMBAT TRAINING
FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2015, 1:00 PM SLT, BRANDING OF SLAVE DARA


MEDIEVAL MURMURS

In an amusing postscript to the day, slave Tasme wandered into the Abydos Pyramid and was foolishly trapped and injured. Princess Livia responded with her usual generous bravery, but after bees, scorpions, and flying daggers attacked her, she had to call in her turn for assistance from Sir Kal Garnet, the First Royal Guard, who, though injured, finally brought the operation to a successful conclusion.


PRINCESS LIVIA FORMS THE ROYAL GUARD!
SIR KAL GARNET WELCOMED TO THE GUARD
CALL FOR ALL WARRIORS IN THE KINGDOM TO JOIN THE GUARD
COMBAT TRAINING EVERY FRIDAY IN THE ARENA, NOON TO 1:00 PM SLT
NEXT TRAINING: 18 SEPTEMBER 2015, NOON TO 1:00 PM SLT
(It is required for the Guard, but others may participate as well.)

THE BRANDING OF SLAVE DARA AS PALACE SLAVE
THE KING'S OWN BRAND TO ADORN HER BODY!
FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2O15, 1:00 PM SLT, AT THE SMITH


Afraa al Abid
Kalahari Herald

15 September 2015

Kalahari Herald Chronicles 15 September 2015 1#46

DAILY NEWS FROM MAMLAKAT KALAHARI   15 September 2015

BREAKING NEWS!! BREAKING NEWS!! BREAKING NEWS!!  BREAKING NEWS!!

MINISTER MAGDY SENT TO THE FRONT TO ASSIST THE ARMIES OF KALAHARI

PRINCESS PRITH REJOICES AS THE KING ANSWERS HER PLEA!

In a stunning development, Minister Magdy Ashi answers the call of his King and the Kingdom by agreeing to leave his beloved wife Livia, their adorable child Lilybeth, the fertile soil of the Farm and Kingdom he loves, in order to assist Princess Prith in her ever widening series of conquests. May God bless him in his heroic service!

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A pensive Minister Magdy as he prepares to serve the Kingdom


WEDNESDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER 2015, NOON SLT, VALNOR TRIP

INSTRUCTIONS FROM KING HASSAN IBN TRRROL

1. We all meet at the Delicious Syrup Inn/Tavern in Kalahari at 11:30 AM SLT
2. We tp together to the Valnor Landing Area. If you do not have a Gorean Meter, you can pick one up there. Or you can go to just about any Gorean sim and at their Landing pick one up ahead of time. I believe the latest edition is 4.51. But my understanding of Gorean meters is that whatever meter you have automatically updates. When you have the meter, you wear both GM HUD 4.51 and GM RLV 4.51, click the menu, and choose OOC.
3. We have been granted diplomatic immunity in Valnor, so the usual policies of Valnor as regards to capturing and enslaving, for instance, will be suspended for our visit.
4. Dress Code: The King requests that all free people who make this journey will wear formal, or semi-formal attire. Slaves must dress as slaves, but breasts and bottoms are to be covered.
5. The residents of Valnor are known to be good role players, knowledgeable warriors, and make excellent use of the G&S system, as we do.


UPCOMING EVENTS, DETAILS BELOW
FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2015, NOON TO 1:00 PM SLT, COMBAT TRAINING
FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2015, 1:00 PM SLT, BRANDING OF SLAVE DARA


MEDIEVAL MURMURS

The King eats a hearty lunch at the Delicious Syrup Tavern, and occasionally feeds slave dara, while other residents of the Kingdom stand and watch him.

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King Hassan eating his fill

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tasme, Afraa and Cindy watch the King eat


PRINCESS LIVIA FORMS THE ROYAL GUARD!
SIR KAL GARNET WELCOMED TO THE GUARD
CALL FOR ALL WARRIORS IN THE KINGDOM TO JOIN THE GUARD
COMBAT TRAINING EVERY FRIDAY IN THE ARENA, NOON TO 1:00 PM SLT
NEXT TRAINING: 18  SEPTEMBER 2015, NOON TO 1:00 PM SLT
(It is required for the Guard, but others may participate as well.)

THE BRANDING OF SLAVE DARA AS PALACE SLAVE
THE KING'S OWN BRAND TO ADORN HER BODY!
FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2O15, 1:00 PM SLT, AT THE SMITH


Afraa al Abid
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