News summary:

WAR DECLARED

After three votes in Parliament, Ienova has declared war on Vesturia, an ally of Kerupen. The major players on the Ranic continent are taking sides in a series of falling dominoes: Ledea, Galdun, Danuo are all grasping to Ienova's traditional ties, but most countries are either linking to the military might of Vesturia or remaining cautiously neutral. Conscription begins on Seconin 5. All registered and eligible individuals must report to their local draft board on that date.

Silver Church Appeals to Dignity

"This is the one they've been waiting for. The adherents of the Silver Mother have always been seeking to end capital punishment, and now they've got a legal case to try it. But their prejudice is clear, and we're not going to let them take the highest tool of Justice from the Justice department," said Adlai Rofehaven, Belle Point's District Attorney. "The Code is a living document, and we have interpreted and updated it to match the modern needs of our society. When a man's actions offend the dignity of the nation, their individual life is forfeit."

"Death, especially death by hanging, is the ultimate denial of dignity to mortality, and we will not stop our fight to cleanse it from the legal system of Ienova, proud descendant of ancient and honored Tara'hin," said Courtenay Sharif, lawyer for the Silver Church. "This has too long been a blight on our system, a direct affront to the Tara'hinian Code."

Twenty-six Dead in Belle Point Streets

In what the populace has dubbed 'the Carolmas Massacre,' 26 people have been killed in suspected mob actions.

Assault on Women Continues, Smoke Scent Lingers

Four more women were assaulted and left with major burns all over their bodies. Furthermore, all reported the stench of smoke, burning wood.

Rash of Arsons Has Police Baffled

No new leads have arisen in the series of seemingly random arsons, each leaving the name "GABRIEL CORBANNON" or some variant thereof etched in the ruins or written in the ashes.

Ironhook Missing

No one has seen or heard from Marshall Ironhook for days. Stocks in his company are dropping.

Sullivan Investigation Points to Mob Activity

Police suspect wanted man Graham Corbannon, former colonel of the Silver Cloak Division, as they have matched the bullets used to kill Chief Sullivan with his gun. They suspect he killed Sullivan as payment to the mob.

Kerupen Controls Significant Portion of Fasunic Continent

Kerupen has conquered the tail of the Fasunic continent and has singificant inroads into Palhur and Taggarus, via a new alliance with Agikaan. With war breaking out on Ranu and noise coming out of Dabusen, political commentators are saying Kerupen will likely bring back an era of Empire. U-boats have been sighted worldwide with the swastika emblazoned on them. Everyone is wondering, though, where the still neutral powerhouses of the world will direct their alliance: Malhuin, Srisia, Kre'enatan, and Tenzanai have not entered the fray. It is officially, however, now considered a world war.

Coranizo Holds Public Marathon Showings of All His Films

Seamon seeks to curry public favor by reminding the public of his films via a festival at the Dancing Serpent Theatre on Seconin 6. Special appearances by the stars of his films, costume contests, and an open bar will feature in the program.

Coranizo said, "This is a present from myself and Aurdog to the public for all their support over the years. What men like Mensch and Ipanym don't understand is that the public's adoration of my work is fierce and fanatical. People have been hurt for slighting me. This festival is a way to keep them happy no matter what happens with the Guild elections."

Last Night of Full Moon Tonight

'Rys is full for one more night, between the hours of roughly 5 a.m. and 11 a.m., it will be at full force, significantly increasing the chances of therianthropic assault. Citizens are warned.

NHN Directors' Contest Entry to Be Shown Tonight

Tonight at 10:30 p.m. at the Merliton Theatre, Fish Cream, a short cooking comedy, will be shown free to the public. First 1000 people will be allowed in.

Inger Brothers Studios Files for Bankruptcy

With increasing water bills and low sales due to depression and Kerupenish prejudice, Inger Brothers finds itself unable to meet its financial responsibilities.