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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2010 16:54:16 GMT -5
They had been traveling from the east and northeast for some days now. King Theodred of Wessex was leading the contingent from his country kingdom. Actually, it was a column of knights two-by-two that stretched back at least a hundred yard, many of them who planned to participate in the jousting and sword tournaments in the festivities that had been scheduled for Camelot. Here, unbelievably, he was riding at the head of the column, immediately to the king's right. They were now in the last few miles of Camelot itself.
Lancelot could not believe how much had changed for him in the last several months. He had hit a low point between getting his knighthood stripped in Camelot and trying to rescue Gwen from Hengest. He had gone back to serve the Earl of Huntingdon, and was warmly received back, almost as a prodigal son, the Earl having been childless. The Earl, though, one day was ambushed when he was out with a hunting party, and Lancelot had led the counterattack against groups of Northern Raiders.
These counter-attacks were so successful and the support of both the knights and other nobles so strong, that the king, since there were no heirs, to be the Earl of Huntingdon, and the chief military leader of the realm, second only to the king..... the Lord Protector. There was some consternation at first, that the former Sir Lancelot was not of noble blood, it was discovered that he was of a noble French line .... a Norman one.
In fact his family was from the Isle of Jersey in the Channel, having not only a mixture if Briton, and Gaul, but Norse as well. Once this was verified there was no opposition to his ascension. After all, he was not king, even though the King had no heirs either. After the new Earl and Lord Protector had cleared the Northern Raiders from the northern borders of the kingdom, and he had gained some notoriety for his exploits, the proposal for the Peace Treaty had been presented.
The Council of Nobles was sharply divided. Even though it had been offered by Uther Pendragon, Lancelot had thrown his support behind it ..... for practical reasons. Wessex was on the far eastern side of the group of 5 signers. It would bring peace on Wessex's western borders, which would allow it to consolidate and stabilize smaller rivals to its north, east, and south. The function of the treaty would be to allow Wessex and its leadership to gobble up territories in other directions.
Lancelot still felt for Camelot, but he felt that the country and Gwen had moved, for their own good, and that it had been his responsibility to move ahead as well. Within moments the outline of Camelot loomed before them, and the large contingent of knights moved through the gates and entered the walled city. Lancelot wondered what the reaction of Pendragons would be once they discovered that the Earl of Huntingdon and Lord Protector of Wessex, and Lancelot were one and the same.
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Post by selena102 on Aug 26, 2010 14:40:56 GMT -5
The day had arrived to celebrate the alliances of the distant kingdoms that lied across the serene beauty of Albion. The main kingdoms were celebrating a peace treaty between the kingdoms. To this very day they have honoured the peace treaty, and even supported each other in case one need help with supplies and reinforcements against enemies like bandits, thieves and even against monsters, all was now one. This year the future legendary city of Camelot was to hold the celebrations during the five days, jousting, archery, and fighting tournaments were to be held to truly dedicate peace amongst all of Albion, the kings of these great kingdoms had become as close as brothers. Although sometimes there would be disagreements between them they would still honour the peace treaty for all of Albion.
Because of the treaty lives were saved and trade was open across Albion. It was a glorious day for all that bathed in the everlasting peace, everything was at one with tranquillity. The kingdom of Mercia was also joining in the celebrations at Camelot, but first they needed to prepare for the days journey, deep inside the main grounds of Castle Mercia Alan a man in his late twenties was a work training his men in sword and archery. And his majesty King Bayard was busy preparing for the journey, the squires were busy preparing the fine armour and swords that Mercia had to offer, outside its people were busy as ever, however Mercia was not the only ones that was busy. The other kingdoms did the same for the big day, however standing on a hill overlooking Mercia stood the young princess of Mercia Selena Fireheart. Wearing her travelling clothes, white tunic, black trousers, brown belt, soft brown boots and her long hooded cloak she stood still with a smile that could warm anybody’s heart. Beside her was Amity her stallion and best friend.
Gently rubbing Amity’s mane she gently gave Amity a gentle pat of the side of his neck and said “ We’re home Amity! Come on boy! Let’s go see my uncle!” With a snort Amity happily obliged and trotted down the hill with ease and galloped at full speed towards the gates of Mercia, two guards stood wearing the armour and colours of Mercia. Carrying spears and bardiches the soldiers crossed their weapons in front of Amity and Selena while saying “ Halt! No visitors allowed at this time we are currently preparing for a special day”. Still retaining her smile Selena jumped down to the ground allowing her hooded cloak to flow freely across her body and down towards the ground, slowly she took Amity’s reigns and guided him towards the guards.
There she nodded to the guards who immediately looked stunned and instantly pulled the weapons away and bowed their heads “ Oh! Uh! Forgive me my Lady!” Selena just smiled and said, “ Please there is nothing to forgive! Please continue”. The guards saluted their princess and gently watched her threw the main gate of Mercia, a few minutes later Selena and Amity stood before her birthplace Castle Mercia and sighed. She had truly missed her home very much and even more so with her uncle and brother, as the squires gently took Amity to the stables Selena entered the halls of the castle and soon appeared in the courtyard where her brother was training his men in a hard pace. Showing a loving smile to her brother Alan she walked over to him and said “ Sorry for being so late brother”. Alan turned around and saw his little sister standing beside him, with a smile back the two siblings gave each other a warm hug.
Surprised to see his little sister Alan replied “ I am glad to see you are well dear sister. Did you come for the..”. But before he could continue Selena simply nodded while Alan nodded back, turning towards his fellow knight he ordered them to assemble in front of the castle and await instructions. As the loyal knights of Mercia marched towards the front section of the castle Selena said “ I’d best visit our uncle I haven’t seen him since I first left”. With a gentle smile Alan nodded and watched her sister head back into the castle, soon he too headed back towards the front of the castle. King Bayard stood dressed in his most posh garments and cloak of Mercia he stood holding his sword and stood ready, with three gentle knocks Bayard said “ Enter!” Selena entered her uncle’s room and gently lowered her head in respect.
Bayard smiled happily and said “ Selena! My dear! I am glad that you are here! Today marks a special day for all of Albion and seeing you here and you brother training our knights warms my heart”. Gently he walked over to his niece and gently gave her a hug as well, pulling himself away he said “ Come child prepare yourself of this special occasion and we shall then ride to Camelot!” With a gentle nod Selena replied in total respect “ Yes uncle”. With a polite curtsey she left her uncles chambers and closed the door, there she headed towards her own chambers and chose a selection of garments and clothing for the special five day celebrations. Soon King Bayard stood outside beside Alan and finally Selena who had chosen a full-length dress coloured in the official colour of Mercia, King Bayard stood before the assembled knights and said to them “Loyal Knights of Mercia! Today we officially celebrate our everlasting peace with the other kingdoms! Let us ride to Camelot and honour our brothers!” The knights saluted their king while the siblings looked at each other with a smile.
And soon they formed a line each one consisting of two knights riding side by side. In front was King Bayard while riding behind him was Alan on the left and Selena on the right, the royal flags of Mercia were carried amongst the knights as they trotted threw the main city. As they came to the main gates Bayard pushed his knees into the sides of his horse and led the main party of Mercia at a full gallop, for days the main chosen force of Mercia pushed onwards towards Camelot. But after days of travelling they too soon saw the walls of Camelot in the distance, Alan saw them and called out “ Uncle It appears we shall arrive there shortly”. Putting on a smile the King soon led his family and the Mercia knights towards Camelot, standing before Camelot’s gates once again King Bayard led Alan, Selena and the knights into Camelot’s city and slowly trotted towards the Castle.
As they arrived Bayard jumped down from his horse while Selena and Alan did the same. Looking around Alan said “ So this Camelot? What thing of beauty!” He said admiring the stone work; soon Selena saw that another party of knights had arrived, Bayard soon prepared his knights while Selena looked towards the first party of knights that had arrived.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 29, 2010 10:05:01 GMT -5
The sizable contingent from Wessex had rotated into the courtyard and the edge of the market area in a giant semi-circle. Sir Lancelot, the Earl, gets down from his black stallion, and helps King Theodred down from his horse. They await some representative from Camelot Castle to greet and welcome them before they send most of the troops where they will bed down. It has already been decided that they will take up a portion of the training fields. While they wait, Lancelot, keeping his helmet on begins to identify the knights who will accompany the king into the castle. He is unsure if King Uther will greet them here or wait until they've been escorted inside.
The original plan, especially if Uther came out to to greet the King and his company, was to do a rousing cheer and salute for Camelot and the Pendragons who were their hosts. As they continued to wit, though, a new contingent of knights and other nobles approached. It was easy to tell, first, that they were from Mercia, by their markings, and second, that they were being led in by King Bayard. There were some other nobles, a handsome young man, and a quite striking young lady, that I assume are a prince and princess. Lancelot had heard that King Bayard's family is a large and extended one.
As they approached , Lancelot, re-mounted his black Arabian stallion, as twelve of his knights are on the ground now as escorts for King Theodred. As they approach, Lancelot gives them a nod of respect. "King Bayard, it is my honor as the Earl of Huntingdon and the Lord Protector of the Wessex to present to you, King Theodred, sovereign of all of Wessex. I am sure that here will be a welcoming party from the castle shortly, my Lords, and Lady," he said giving the princess another slight nod and bow.
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Post by selena102 on Sept 16, 2010 13:52:59 GMT -5
The knights of Mercia gathered around their king as they headed east slightly to make room for the other kingdoms to arrive. Alan and his young sister Selena also guided their horses until they stood near their uncle; soon King Bayard himself dropped down the left side of his horse while soon followed by his nephew and niece. Alan looked at his surroundings while Selena simply sighed happily, her older brother simply smirked and said “ Camelot looks truly beautiful wouldn’t you say sister?”. He said while placing an arm around his young sibling’s right shoulder, the young princess smiled happily and said, “ Yes I totally agree brother it is a fine day to celebrate the union of Albion’s Kingdoms”. Bayard walked over to his knights who happily dismounted their own horses and stood to attention before their king. Alan and Selena soon stood beside their uncle, as they patiently awaited the arrival of King Uther to greet them.
As they waited a handful of knights approached them. King Bayard and a handful of his knights followed him in a file of two knights marching side by side, Alan and Selena walked behind their uncle but also walked in front of the knights. As they approached Bayard was introduced to a polite young man and to his Majesty King Theodred, to honour the pact made by the kingdoms of Albion Alan and Selena bowed their heads in respect to King Theodred. Even Bayard himself did the same showing his honour and replied “It is a privilege to meet you young man. And it has been too long King Theodred I am glad to see you are in good health. Please allow me to introduce my niece and nephew”. He said while quickly stepping to one side revealing the two siblings, pointing his hand to Alan he said, “ This is my nephew Alan Captain of the Mercia Knights. He is man of honour and respect”. Soon he turned towards Selena and again pointed his hand towards the young princess “This is my niece Selena, her heart is pure and is as gentle as a flower”.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 19, 2010 17:55:33 GMT -5
Lancelot watched as the Knights of Mercia surrounded King Bayard and they moved en masse closer to where the Knights of Wessex were gathered. He, personally, had looked on it as his personal responsibility to guide King Theodred to Camelot. It was important that Wessex be represented here and for its representative to make a good impression. This was one of those public affairs where individual kingdoms could show their strength as well as their ability to work in tandem with their neighbors. Lancelot, though, looked at his responsibilities as being completed, and he had the group of twelve knights assembled, who accompany the King of Wessex into the meeting and celebrations in the castle. He, personally, had no desire to enter the castle, see any of the Pendragons, or even see Gwen. It was simply too dangerous that he would say something that he would regret.
As soon as pleasantries were exchanged with King Bayard and those from Mercia, and they met those who were welcoming them to Camelot, Lancelot planned on taking the rest of his Knights to bed down at the training fields, before they went to partake in the celebrations themselves. Perhaps he could arrange a message to be sent to Merlin, and he could come see him for a visit. As King Bayard moved forward, he saw two younger nobles walking with him. They seemed to be making some comments to each other, but they were too far away for him to make them out. After Lancelot had introduced his King, King Bayard had greeted King Theodred and Lancelot.
It was obvious that the two kings knew each other quite well. Bayard then went on to introduce his nephew and niece, Alan and Selena, who both bowed in respect to King Theodred. Knowing that the introductions were for the benefit of King Theodred and not himself, Lancelot maintained his silence and stepped back, his eyes meeting Princess Selena's for a just a moment, as he nodded back in their direction. They were higher ranking nobles than he of course, and it was only polite to be properly deferential. He did wonder, though, if the princess was all that King Bayard said she was.
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