GOVERNOR'S OFFICE, MAGE TOWER, PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA), PAXLAIR - February 22, 2007

Minister of Defense Cross MacLeod met Governor Winfield in his office handing him his resignation. The resignation was simple and not unexpected.  People at the PaxLair Statehood meeting saw Cross MacLeod noticably agitated by the appointment of Ga'kuct, the Warboss of the Orcs, to the position of Mayor of PaxLair City.

The Governor accepted Cross' resignation with respect and understanding.  Cross is a Paladin of Virtue.  While the Minister of Defense does not report to the Mayor of PaxLair City, Cross lives in PaxLair City and PaxLair City is the capital of the Statehood.

Cross MacLeod's more specific reasons for resigning are below, and discussed on the Pax Forums. 

From the desk of Elrohir Helyanwe - Chancellor of the Interior, PaxLair City:

Due to the increased activity of orcs in the city (and most recently the East Meadow), the Paladin Keep has heightened it's security.  The most recent acquisition of the orcs is adjacent to the southeast corner of the keep, which is the stronghold of the East Meadow.  I have spoken with retired Minister of Defense Elijah Cross and he has assured me that this increase in security is only a precaution and at the moment there is no apparent danger.  Cross stated that he was concerned by suspicious questions being asked of different citizens of the city and made the decision to place guards at the keep.  The guards are keeping a close eye on the orcs who have recently moved into the area, watching for any suspicious activity.
 

I originally spotted the Engineer making plans in the dirt of their new acquisition in the Eastern Meadow. A new plot founded between Elijah Cross’ Keep and the Orc Fort to the east, increasing the Orcish holds to 9 foundations now within PaxLair Felucca. The plot is sparsely built as of now, but mostly contains plans for its future design, as well as plans for other, unnamed locations. I halted my resource gathering that I was doing for the Orcs and began to follow the Engineer as he ran about PaxLair, going to many locations, but hitting certain areas repetitively. One such location was Former Luigi’s Pizzeria.

DRAGONS BREATH TAVERN (MALAS) - February 16, 2007

T’was the night of February 16th at 3:00 am EST. Kendric met with his lover Darth Oni. After a while of snuggling and talking Kendric took a knee and asked her to marry him. Darth Oni accepted Kendric request making him a happy man. Finally Kendric search for a wife is over.

PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA) - February 10, 2007

During an immersion of activity in PaxLair City on February 10, 2007, poison spread throughout the City.  The Ladies of the Lair Garden on Main Street had eternally corrupt trees, the Orcish Ruins were filled with poison, Troubadour Hall became an orcish building, and Orcs fought Humans and Elves in the streets.

Ga'kuct the Warbozz of the Orcs was very upset at the entire situation, telling Governor Winfield the Orcs will keep watch on the Orcish Ruins and blamed humans for the poison.  The orcs quickly created more orcish buildings in PaxLair City.  Is PaxLair City going to war?  Will there be balance?

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The orcs started looking at more signs of poison flowing through PaxLair City.
Poison seemed to be approaching the Spring of Courage. But the Spring did not appear to be corrupted.
Everyone saw that traces of poison continued to flow west of the Spring.

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More great news breaks from PaxLair, and it is my distinct honor, as the slave to the Orcs, to announce with enthusiasm, that new establishments have been claimed for by the Orcs!

First, the War God claimed the homeless shelter; an abandoned building long abused by the citizens of PaxLair, and gave it to the Orcs. The building was reinforced with the strongest Orcish designs and latest Orcish engineering and designated as Fort Mu’Grak, in honor of the once great Orc. The new Fort is the new eyes on to the Main Street of PaxLair, as well as the southern entrance and road of PaxLair.

Later that same day, the War God bestowed another gift upon the Orcs, as they claimed a collapsed building next to the Ladies of the Lair and designated it as their new Northern Watch Tower and Prison, and renamed it to Fort Yu’gluk. The fort will maintain a strong visual point for the Orcs, as they are able to keep a full view of the north, when stationed at Klug da Stu Maker’s home and at Fort Yu’gluk, they can maintain full northern coverage. The fort is also in a great western position, giving the Orcs Western Coverage to compliment their far Eastern coverage with the original Orc Fort far to the East.

February 7, 2007 

Receiving word of Greyylene's unfortunate incarceration and subsequent treatment Bad Juju was compelled to investigate this treatment for himself as well as bring provisions that would be a bit more comfortable.   Quietly he snuck into the jail, seemingly unseen, to investigate her wounds and to deliver rations and a pillow.  What he failed to know was the spy outside watching the goings on and reporting back to Tiberius.

Before she had opportunity to enjoy the newly acquired provisions the Navy Commodore barged into her cage seeking to beat the where about of her unsanctioned visitor. Beating her nearly to death he continued to question without any satisfaction.  Left to clean her own blood yet again she was left to find the lock pick Juju had concealed in some chicken, which almost broke her tooth as she bit into it.   Tiberius yet again proves he is the heavy hand of justice.

MAIN STREET, PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA) -- February 10, 2007

Further investigations into the corruption of the Ladies of the Lair Garden revealed small eternally corrupt trees deeply rooted into the ground.  It is believed that a strong wizard or mage and someone who knows a great deal about trees are needed to uncover the mystery.  Governor Winfield is asking for such aid to come to PaxLair City on Saturday night, February 10, 2007 at 8 PM Eastern time.

There is a hypothesis that the eternally corrupt trees are rooted from the orcish ruins nearby.  These ruins, now just a small wall of stone, have been in PaxLair City for almost nine years.  The orcish ruins were declared as sacred long ago to appease the orcs; the orcs claimed they were the original residents of the meadow before PaxLair was created.

The Ladies of the Lair Garden was originally planted in PaxLair City on January 29, 2007 and was found to be partially decimated on February 4, 2007.  At that time, no one claimed specific responsibility for the destruction.  The garden seemed to be frequented by the orcs and the town drunk.

The Ladies of the Lair need the garden to replenish the food supply that was used during the harsh winter.

Sacred Orcish Ruins near the Ladies of Lair Garden

NEAR THE LADIES OF THE LAIR, PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA) -- February 10, 2007

It appears that gypsies have moved into PaxLair City next to the Ladies of the Lair.  Governor Winfield, Deputy Mayor of PaxLair City Lyonne, and Tari of the Ladies Lair visited the gypsy building today.  The citizens of PaxLair City do not know much about gypsies, so they are trying to find them.  Gypsies are known to move around different cities.  The small gypsy home in PaxLair City contains various tools and equipment for crafting items that one would assume that gypsies will sell or trade in PaxLair City.

Governor Winfield said, "I do not know the gypsy.  I once had a gypsy as an assistant.  I do not know if Nastasia has moved back into PaxLair City.  This house does not appear to be her house."

It has been told that when a bird is captured yet allowed to remain "free" the owner will clip its wings so it may not fly far from home.  Perhaps this is the reasoning for the incessant beatings at the hand of Tiberius.  He demands information, yet there is none to give, and he is well aware of this.   To what end does he play this vicious game?

Daily the same routine took place.  Tiberius would walk into the cell smile a wicked knowing grin, demand information and proceeds to deliver 10 lashes then leaves her standing in a small pool of her own blood. He has proven to be a wily foe and nothing he does is without reason.  This recurring torture session only proved to what type a man Tiberius really is.

At the sight of him enter; she reset her resolve not to say anything.  This day there was a different air as he approached. He grabbed her wrist and held it a moment, looking straight into her eyes he spoke the words she had come to expect.  Today the command was almost whispered before he continued with the beating.   At the conclusion he left as usual, only laughing a fierce sneer undoing the bit of resolve left in the Pirate.

Our friendly little war has turned personal, now both sides have taken prisoners.  For Pirates prisoners are useless waste of space and air. For the Navy, it appears, prisoners are much more important.

A mighty chase gave way at the Guardian Gate lighthouse jail where from exhaustion and mortally wounded Greyylene is forced to yield. Shackled and led limping into the cell Tiberius stood with a smug smile at his caged bird.  "In the years Soul Reaver served his only prisoner was one he manufactured.  Where now I in one week have already caged myself a Pirate wench."  Now as the recent spectacle of the USN Greyylene stands as a jolly joke battered and caged.

She eyed Tiberius with disdain and distrust as he began to pace before her cell doors.  An evil and deeply troubling grin spread across his face as he peered through the bars at his little prize.  The choice presented to her was neither comfortable nor appetizing.  As way of curbing the elusive and still at large Kerrs Holly the offer that had been originally set no long was available.  No more was there the option of joining the Navy and earning freedom, now the choice was to be burnt at the stake or hanging at the gallows.  "The choice is entirely up to you, my dear."  As he left his malicious laughter echoed in the small cell walls.
 

MAIN STREET, PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA) - February, 4, 2007

The Ladies of the Lair Garden and the Troubadour Hall showed increased signs of decimation.  Portions of the fence and destruction of crops was evident at the garden.  Troubadour Hall was continuing to fall into ruin with only one floor left.  Some orcs, a town drunk, and the Mayor of PaxOku visited these buildings.  The Mayor asked who had done these things.  No one confessed to these crimes.

At the garden, it was clear that someone broke the fences, pulled out crops, and broke the water faucet.  The orcs were looking for gold, or in their tongue called shinies.  The town drunk was looking for a bottle of rum.  When one of the orcs found some shinies, the town drunk stole some out of the orc's pocket.  The town drunk tried to escape, but was attacked and killed by one of the orcs.  The drunk return and said he was simply poor and needed gold to buy more rum.

At Troubadour Hall, everyone looked around the first floor.  The orcs made no claim to the destruction of the Hall.  The drunk said he was passed out when his friends were slaughtered the other day.  One orc, that seems to be a queen orc, said the Hall is an evil place.  Another orc dropped shinies on the floor saying he was paying for the building and it would belong to the orcs.

It is very unclear what is happening in PaxLair City.  There are orcs, drunks, and destruction of personal property.  Citizens and guards are still on alert for any acts of aggression or mysterious behavior.

WEST MAIN STREET, PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA), PAXLAIR - February 1, 2007

Sometime during the evening of February 1, 2007, the old Troubadour Hall in PaxLair City became the scene of massive death and carnage.  No less than 6 poor people were slaughtered in the lobby of the Hall.  There is some evidence orcs may be involved.  Acting Mayor Winfield called for a full investigation and the area to be put under constant surveillance.

Winfield discovered the scene during his regular walks through the city while bringing food to the poor.  He was later heard to say, "I am deeply disturbed by what happened in Troubadour Hall.  We try to protect all people in our neutral city, but I fear there may be some chaos coming.  The other day I heard the beating of orcish drums near the Orc Fort to the east.  We could not discover their meaning; perhaps they are a call to other orcs or simply a ritual of some kind."

Only two days ago the Bishop of the PaxLair Cathedral visited the poor at Troubadour Hall, said prayers, recited mantras of virtue, and left a virtue book for the poor to read and learn.

Poor people have been flocking to PaxLair City for some unknown reason lately, putting a strain on the city's limited food and housing resources.  Ladies of the Lair recently planted a garden to help with food supplies and more food was imported from other cities in the Realm.

Winfield, the Governor of the PaxLair Statehood, is also the acting Mayor of PaxLair City while he seeks to appoint a new Mayor after DutchessVanHorn resigned on January 19th.  He has been taking nominations and conducting interviews of prospective candidates.  He is expected to make an appointment in the coming weeks.

In his public appearance in PaxLair City after the slaughter at the Troubadour Hall, he said "My efforts to appoint a new mayor may be delayed while all efforts are focused on the security of PaxLair City."

PAXOKU (TOKUNO), PAXLAIR - February 1, 2007

Green Dragon, an old friend and citizen of PaxLair made a surprise entrance at the weekly PaxOku Adventure night on February 1, 2007.  Green Dragon was the Ambassador of PaxLair in the very early days, including when Lord British visited PaxLair on November 11, 1998.  Governor Winfield, Lady Winmere, Visago of Ellindale, Kethus Ellendale, and Knight Monk gave a warm welcome to Green Dragon and friends Ivy and Anastasia of FSM.

The PaxOku Adventure took 7 brave warriors, mages, and tamers to the Blood Dungeon on Ilshenar.  They quickly dominated an east corridor preventing free passage to all enemies in that sector of the dungeon.  Several paragons appeared to break the adventurer's stronghold position, but died quickly to rune beetles, dragons, skilled archers, and knights.  In desparation, the enemy called in a paragon succubus to support the blood elements, but to no avail.  All enemy were quickly sent back to the abyss.

Fighting continued for over an hour until there was no sign of potential defeat.  Portraits were made of some of the attacks as shown below.

Green Dragon was recognized as one of the Builders of PaxLair on November 11, 1998 when Lord British visited the PaxLair Mage Tower.
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - GUARDIANS GATE (TRAMMEL) - January 31, 2006

This is a Call to Arms for all cities of the PaxLair Statehood

It is also a Call to Arms for Chesapeake issued by Guardians Gate

PaxLair is called to support a Call to Arms by Guardians Gate.

Friday February 2, 2007

8:45 PM ET - Assemble at Ottersrun Taphouse (45,27N and 43,22E Trammel) in Guardians Gate

9:00 PM ET - Mission Briefing

9:30 PM ET - Depart on Mission - To Sanctuary Dungeon - http://uo.stratics.com/content/atlas/sanctuary.php

The Information and Discussion for the Mission is on UO Stratics Chesapeake Forum thread here. 

WEST MAIN STREET, PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA), PAXLAIR - January 30, 2007

Acting Mayor Winfield and the Bishop from the Cathedral visited the old Troubadour Hall and Museum in PaxLair City, now a very crumbling and almost condemned building.  They heard poor people were sleeping in the building; the Governor and Bishop were concerned for their well-being.  No poor people were found, but their belongings and some bedrolls were on the first floor.  The Bishop said some prayers and placed a book of Virtue in the room, hoping the new residents would be able to read and understand it.

Part of the building was already in significant decay and collapse; walls were missing on the upper floor and many other walls were losing their luster.  Scraps of food and waste were throughout the building.  The Bishop vowed to provide better food to the poor each day and also to earnestly teach them the virtues and a better way of life.
 

PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA), PAXLAIR - January 29, 2007

PaxLair Guards reported that a poor town drunk came through PaxLair City and fell onto the fence surrounding the Ladies of the Lair Garden.  This created a hole in the fence large enough for bears, and large orcs, to enter.  The guards thought it unintentional, but when trying to apprehend the drunk for questioning, the drunk threw a bottle at a guard knocking him unconscious. The drunk ran off while the guards tended to the fallen guard.

More reports came in from the Ladies of the Lair where the drunk was last seen.  The drunk apologized for his poor manners and drunken state, drank more alcohol, then admitted to damaging the fence.  The drunk apparently tried to fix the fence, but did a poor job, then wandered into the woods.

It seems more poor people are coming into PaxLair City for some reason.  The citizens are not yet concerned at all and willingly offer meager possessions and food that are available in limited supply.

MAIN STREET, PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA), PAXLAIR - January 28, 2007

The Ladies of the Lair cleared a field and planted vegetables south of the East Main Street in PaxLair City. The garden will produce many vegetables and fruits early in the spring season.  Notably, grape root stock was carefully imported from Yew near Empath Abbey to start the vineyard for the Ladies' Winery.  A Grape-crushing festival is already being planned when the grapes ripen.

PaxLair City management planners welcome the new garden.  It has been a harsh winter and the vegetables will provide food and stock for the citizens and hungry people passing through the City on their way to Yew, Minoc, or Britain.  The city is encouraging signs to be created warning people to not take the vegetables before harvest.  City guards will keep an eye on the garden during their regular rounds.  Fences already provide protection against local rabbits and dogs.  The fences are not orc-proof.

The Ladies of the Lair maintain a historic building in the northwestern quarter of the South Meadow of PaxLair City.  It is famous for its parties, revelry, and fine breads catering to people of all types.

DEFENSE FORTRESS, PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA), PAXLAIR and SANCTUARY DUNGEON - January 27, 2007

PaxLair citizens and Wat the Tyler from Guardians Gate discussed Wat's battle plan for securing the Sanctuary dungeon at a future date.  Guardians Gate has not yet scheduled a mission date, but should be in the next week or two.  Citizens assembled a rapid response team right after the meeting to do a reconnaissance run into Sanctuary.  The team met heavy resistance in the dungeon.  Teamwork was essential to save lives and make progress.  There were many deaths of both enemy and friendly forces.

A battle plan is definitely needed to achieve Wat's objectives to find information in Sanctuary.  PaxLair understands that Guardians Gate will establish the plan and coordinate it with PaxLair's Minister of Defense Cross MacLeod and other defense leaders.  PaxLair is willing to provide forces for Guardians Gate's led mission.

See http://uo.stratics.com/content/atlas/sanctuary.php for more information about Sanctuary Dungeon.

KAAR BAARSHALU ORC FORT, EAST OF PAXLAIR CITY (FELUCCA), PAXLAIR - January 27, 2006

Several people heard orcish drums beating in the direction of the Orc Fort to the east of PaxLair City.  It is unclear if the drum beats were a signal, a celebration, or a war party.  Many in the city at the time did not sufficiently understand orcish lore to understand the drums.  Scholars and historians were called in to help teach the people what different orcish drum beats mean, but it is a slow process. 

PaxLair city officials are somewhat concerned, along with Dragons Watch officials.  Citizens are put on some alert, but no curfew is imposed.  There is no reason for alarm and the PaxLair City government does not want to assume the orcs are up to something - diplomatic relations with the orcs have been good over the past years.

In related news, more human and elf citizens are reportedly moving into the East Meadow of PaxLair City.  This is the area between the Twin Towers and the Orc Fort.

DRAGONS BREATH TAVERN, MALAS - January 27, 2007 

Twas a cold night in Umbra Malas that was quickly warmed with the love that flowed in the air.  *chuckles lightly*  Of course the fire helped a bit.

On January 27th at 9 PM ET, the first-in-years bachelors and ladies ball was held.  It was hosted by Kendric of KOD, Deputy Mayor of PaxOku at his Dragons Breath Tavern in Umbra Malas.  The night went very well as 4 couples started this eve.  First was Kendric of KOD who is courting Greyylene of DAGR.  Second was DJ Sandman of UO Radio and Crystal of UO Radio who also broadcasted the whole event and will do so at the next one.  Third was Artimus of UOR and Sasha of KOD a recent member. And the fourth was Ashly of ODD and Bypolar of ODD.

We wish these couples the best over the next week as they court one another and decide if marriage will be their next step.  By the end of the evening, only the couples remained as UO Radio interviewed Kendric about the event and what his future plans where.  The evening was a great success and Kendric has invited every one to the next ball on February 3rd at 10 PM ET -- be there or be single.

Kendric of KOD, Deputy Mayor of PaxOku reporting.

THE REALM - January 27, 2006

The current highlighted Dungeon is SANCTUARY.  It is a formidable place with Changeling,  Cyclopian Warrior, Doppleganger, Ettin, Gargoyle, Gargoyle Destroyer, Goat, Imp, Ogre, Ogre Lord, Orc, Orc Bomber, Orc Brute, Orc Chopper, Orcish Lord, Orcish Mage, Rat, Ratman, Ratman Archer, Ratman Mage, Snake, Succubus, Titan and more!

See http://uo.stratics.com/content/atlas/sanctuary.php for all the information.

January 24, 2007

"Well these navy dogs sure do know when to pick a time to fight."

"May-hap they turned tail and ran, we do have our best warriors guarding the island..."

"Nay, ol' commodore Reaver is too proud not to show, he will be here, I just don't know how he expects us to fight at night."

"Too bad your not an elf Kerrs, night, day... no difference to us."

"Well then its a good thing we got a hand ful of your kind with us tonight commodore Buds. You elves will be our eyes."

The Night air was filled with electricity as the pirates gathered around a Bonn-fire and awaited their enemy. Sharpened swords and spears were at the ready to meet the navy dogs. The sandy beach of Port Baldmor was soon to become a battle scene to remember. High above the beach on top of watch towers and the roofs of houses, scouts watched vigilantly at the horizon for approaching ships. Sipping on ale to calm their nerves the Red Dagger Pirates were giving up hope of a battle tonight.

   Storm clouds gather as if a warning of ominous things to come.  Low spawns in normally high hunting areas have brought many a hunter to the depths of scavenger.   Even dungeons where enemies seldom meet have become a common meeting area.  DAGR and Navy now forced to share space in peace for a common goal.   These heated tensions shalt most assuredly come to an explosive altercation soon.

   As the day wore on the feeling of disaster still hung heavy in the air as a wet blanket on a cold night.   A meeting of forces in Despise took an "accidental" turn when the Admiral's area damage took Buds Shadow to the grave.  The smug look on Roland's face was quite dispersed when several other DAGR's appeared to aid their fallen comrade.   The disgraced Naval officer's despair was brought to an even lower depth when his Commodore cornered him in Shame (how appropriate) to arrest Roland for high treason.

   "Admiral Roland Martin, you are being arrested for fraternization with the enemy, and treason you  will remain in jail until such time as the officers of the USN can hold a Trial."

    The stealthed Greyylene snuck back to the Lighthouse jail hiding in her usual corner to hear any other reports of jest or rouse.   The Admiral looked quite downtrodden and distraught at the thought of having to stand trial by his peers and those below him in rank.  Pacing and looking quite exhausted he was unaware of the presence watching his misery. Time will soon tell the fate of our valiant Admiral Roland Martin, yet the feeling of a dark destiny yet looms in the air.

*Talk ya Navy dog or we'll release the Treatments Team!!*

   *slight nasal hiss from behind the closed curtain*

"Please, sir, try not to wriggle *hiss* this goes so much easier when you don't wriggle *hiss* *cough*."

*blood curdling scream*

*slight whimpering moans*

*hiss* "SIR, you weren't listening to me!!  Now Loook!  Your ears came Clean off your head!" *hiss*

Hours and hours it seemed that the Treatment Team spent with our Prisoner.  T'was thought that the torture was more to hone skills rather than gain information.  In any event the desired effects were had.  A ransom was delivered with the brutality in evidence and is quite certain that demands, no matter how pithy, will be answered.

Civility strained as the ransom meeting progressed.  The look of horror and disbelief on the faces of the Navy Commodore and Admiral stretched their patience far beyond normal men, for this alone was an impressive show of control, as they were presented with our 'evidence' of treatment.   Perhaps this reason was why the others in attendance were not shown the box that Mark delivered.

High strung and antsy the other Navy dogs roamed and fretted about as delinquent children.  After the meeting and Mark's dismissal, in relative  safety, Greyylene was discovered listening to the ensuing conversations seeking knowledge of the general attitude and perhaps some plans to be taken.   Quite graciously the Commodore escorted Greyylene to a less confined area, there was shared Navy Wine to ease the heartache of their battered comrade and perhaps allow for safe escape for the snooping elf.

Meanwhile back on Baldmore Island other Pirates were basking in the glow of vicious victory and an emotional blow to the Navy.   Kerrs Holly anxious to embarrass the USN further challenged Roland Martin to a duel.  This duel was scheduled to be held at the fight arena and they did take the Admiral's ship "The Nidaros".   As soon as they hit open waters Kerrs opened fire with all his Pirate venom and killed the unsuspecting Roland taking his key and hijacking the boat.   "Never trust a Pirate" was the last thing Roland heard before seeing the entrance to the Nether World. Insult to injury now the Navy must retrieve not only their captured officer but also the Admiral's ship.