May 2003

The Salvation of Azog

Event Type: PvM with RP Theme
Day: Thursday, May 29th
Time: 7:00 pm CST (Expedition Departs at 7:15 CST)
Location: Meet at Skara Fair Grounds (Trammel)

From Ra'dain, High Chancellor of Britannia

"...the Azog running around is the ghost of a daemon who has taken control of him."

In order to free Azog Deathroar, King of the Goblin Horde, the sword Urss Beless must be recovered. The Ancient Sword is sacred to Goblin kin. Goblin legend contends the sword has the power to drive daemons and other evil spirits from the body when a mortal blow is struck. The killing blow leaves the mortal body of the victim near death while expelling the invading entity.

The Goblins beleive the sword lies in the hands of a Deamon deep within the depths of Hythloth and it is there we shall go, to seek the Salvation of the fallen goblin King.

All citizens and adventures wishing to join the expedition please meet at the Skara Fairgrounds, from there we shall gate to Hytholth and explore the dangerous dungeon. The expedition shall begin at the top and work down into its depths. Afterwards those brave adventures who make this perilous journey are invited to Minoc to join in a large feast.

Expedition Leader,

Chris of Germania, General of the Ankh Legionnaires

Hail, Citizens of Britannia!

The Meeting Minutes for the 46th Meeting of the High Council are available on the Council's site. Please note: The 47th Meeting of the High Council is a private meeting, and as such, members of the public are not invited to attend unless requested by a member of the Council as a guest speaker. The next public meeting of the High Council will take place on Monday, June 9, 2003 at 8:00 PM CST in the North Dining Room of Castle Britain on the Trammel Facet (time will be set aside at the beginning of the meeting for members of the public to bring item before the Council).

As a reminder, the Seats of Britain and Trinsic are accepting applications. There will be an announcement very soon that will provide full information on how to apply for each seat. If you are interested, please remember, Council meetings are on Mondays at 8:00 PM; if you cannot commit regularly to this time, please do not apply (we do understand emergencies, but we need to stress the importance of the schedule).

Thank you,


Ra'Dian Fl'Gith
Chancellor of Virtue
High Council of Britannia

(If you have any questions about the High Council, please feel free to email me with any questions, but please be sure to include "UO" in your subject line, or the email will not be received.)

From Lore Denin:

Into the Depths of Hylothe (PvM Scenerio)
Day: Thursday, May 29th
Time: 7:00 pm CST (Expedition Departs at 7:15 CST)
Location: Meet at Skara Fair Grounds

Seige of Cove(PvP Scenerio,If necessary)
Day: Saturday, May 31st
Time: 8:00-10:00pm CST
Location: Cove (Goblins and allies inside the city/ Britannian forces outside)

The Story: Summons to War

After staring at the entrails of animals and the various bones and rocks for hours the grand shaman Grathis Hexhurler approached the Great Goblin Azog Deathroar

"I have seen the outcome of the battle oh truly tremendous one if we fortify our position in the town of Orodruin(cove) it will be both a great victory and a horrific defeat" the shaman said.

The Great Goblin was lost in thought for a bit, "Very well we will fortify our positions if the humans want a war than its war they will get" he yelled as he grasped a most ancient ring with markings long forgotten (a ring given by the Vam'Tragg -Vam'Tragg is goblish for vampire-) he turned to face his generals "go and find our kind and those who would wish to aid us in our holding of the town

"Shaman erect a wall so there forces may not enter we must now prepare for the coming battle let not one smith nor one fletcher sleep till we are fully geared"

Hail, Citizens of Britannia,

The 46th Meeting of the High Council of Britannia will take place this evening at 8:00 pm CST in the North Dining Room of Castle Britain on the Trammel facet. Time will be given prior to the close of the meeting for items to be brought forth by members of the public.

The Seats of Britain and Trinsic are still accepting applications; details for the application process will be listed on the High Council's site very soon (we are going to create a more streamlined process for applications in the next couple of days).

Thank you,


Ra'Dian Fl'Gith
Chancellor of Virtue
High Council of Britannia

Well, I don't know what to say. I'd like to jump up and down screaming every word I have learned in my stewardship of twenty years in the art known as 'cussing', but I can't. I'd like to whip out my virtual dick and virtually piss all over uo.com, but I can't. I'd like to wipe my ass with a check for $12.95 and send it to OSI, but I can't, Homeland Security would crash my house looking for whoever was transporting biological weapons.

I guess the most I can do is give them my Klaitu friendly bird.

Right, so you guys don't see a lot of rants from me, and when you do theyre not very frequent.. but Happenings today got my attention:

The Ultima Online monthly service rate will change from $9.95 per month to $12.99 per month on June 25, 2003. The purpose for the rate change is to continue to increase the quality of service we deliver to you. However, to make the change easier for you, we're also introducing two multi-month discount packages. The two new service rate packages being introduced on June 25th follow:

- 3 Month Prepaid Discount Package - $34.99
- 6 Month Prepaid Discount Package - $59.99

By choosing our new 6-month discount package you can keep your monthly rate at $9.99 per month - maintaining your rate where it is right now!

Due to circumstances beyond my control or the control of several other people in the Lake Austin Project.

The starting date has been moved from this Sunday at 6 cst to next Sunday, June 1st, at 6 cst.

While I consider this a not so good thing, it will give many who are still debating between several classes more time to decide.

And yes, most of the history is still scheduled to be posted some time tommorow.

Enjoy the week!

Quest for Trinsic, Shipment of Supplies

Day: Tuesday May 20th
Time: 7:45pm CST, (Departing Skara Docks at 8:15 CST)
Location: Meet at the Skara Fair Grounds
Event Type: Boat Trip to Trinsic with RP Theme

Special Note: Dress in a white robe(death robe) if you wish to take the boat into Trinsic

On Tuesday evening we shall set sail from the Skara Docks and bring much needed relief to the people of Trinsic. Any citizens willing to donate food or simple supplies for the people of Trinsic, please meet at the Skara Fair Grounds. We shall load the ship from there. Anyone who wishes to join the voyage is welcome and can aid in the distribution of supplies. We ask all those who intend to travel to Trinsic wear white robes, as those are the terms of the current occupiers.

Virtue Keep you, Till All Are One

Lore Denin, Ankh of Unity, OI--

A Recap of last nights events:
Citizens packed the Skara Brae Fairgrounds, men and women had assembled from all parts of Britannia, ready to lend their arms to aid the people of Trinsic. The mission was a dangerous one, one that would lead them to Ilshenar and against one of the Champions of Sosaria.

The large group arrived at the gate of Valor and quickly headed to the white marble bridge. There, they gathered, making final preparations to armor and weapons. A loud battle cry erupted from the ground as they marched into the heart of the dangerous land, to a stone outcropping where a stone altar stood, signifying the resting place of a Champion of Sosaria. Teams of adventurers quickly divided up and set out into the wilderness, battling the evil that inhabited the wood. As the hordes of evil were vanquished red skulls began to appear on the altar. Soon the altar was covered and dark winds began to stir.

A mist settled and a large form appeared; Rikktor, one of the legendary champions. His evil rippled through the air and he turned his eyes on the invaders and then his fury.

After a hard fought battle the Champion was defeated. The remains of the fallen champion were taken directly to the Lycaeum to the scholars, who need the component to finish the magical preparations that would allow the ship to cross through the magical barrier surrounding Trinsic. The ship would be carrying food and other basic supplies in an effort to bring relief to the citizens who were in desperate need in these troubled times.

Hail, Citizens of Britannia,

The 45th Meeting of the High Council will take place this evening at 8:00 pm CST in the North Dining Room of Castle Britain. Time will be given at the start of the meeting for items to be brought forth by members of the public.

Thank you,


Ra'Dian Fl'Gith
Chancellor of Virtue
High Council of Britannia

Day: Monday May 18th
Time: 7:45pm CST, (Departing Fair Grounds at 8:15 CST)
Location: Meet at the Skara Fair Grounds
Event Type: Champion Spawn with RP Theme (PVM, non-pvp)

The Armies of the Shadow Collective are in control of Trinsic, after last months surprise attack. With support from the Britannian government cut off, the food supplies have dwindled and the people grow hungry. The Shadow Collective has erected magical barriers which prevent ships from entering the harbor as a measure against attack but which has significantly reduced the amount of supplies flowing into the conquered city.

After weeks of dedicated study, a few scholars from the Lycaeum believe they have found a way to dispel this magical barrier, long enough to allow a single ship to enter.

This is a call to all available citizens to join in this Quest of aid for the people of Trinsic. Be thee a High Mage, Lord Knight, Tamer, or new to this land, we are calling on all who are willing and able to lend a hand in this desperate time of need.

The Quest will take us to Ilshenar, where one of the Champions of Sosaria is rumored to dwell. It is this champion who holds the key to unraveling the Collective's magical barrier and our hope we can defeat this vile creature and bring much needed relief to the people of Trinsic.

Virtue Keep You,
Till All Are One,

Lore Denin, Ankh of Unity OI--

After I posted the other day on the front page, I got a few ICQ's of people asking what it was. The thought that people never read the message boards never crossed my mind. Though I sometimes wish I was more like them, seeing as the message boards seem to be the great daemon that haunts GLRP. We have reached the number of people we need, but we are open to letting more people in. I will briefly explain and point those of you interested in the right direction.



The Lake Austin Project was a project conceived by five people, it quickly grew to around 15 people putting in ideas and such. After a few weeks, a formal proposal was drafted. Lake Austin, for its lack of rp community, and well lack of people at all, was selected to be the test shard.

What does the LA Project plan to offer?

*An in game experience only. Once the project starts, there will be no message boards or a #glrpc equivalent for people to get in arguments in.

*A new way of dealing with death, the chance of a permanent death, which is hoped to deter the mindless bank raiding PvP with the mentality of "kill kill kill"

*Class system. No more tank mages. People have to pick a class and stick with that class. Restrictions will keep them from becoming over powerful.

*OOG Council. No more bickering between the guilds. One council controls the whole community. If someone breaks the rules, that council will decide and their decision will be final.

*The rest can be found here.

The Malas city of Novus Terra
(http://www.paladin-web-design.com/novusterra/) is holding it's Grand Opening this upcoming Sunday(18th) at 2CST in the afternoon. Events will include a scavenger hunt, storytelling contest, and some yet to be decided games. Prizes up to 50k, with plenty of ale and liquor to go around!

Gates will be provided from Britain, Moonglow, Skara Brae, and Luna. Also watch out during the festivities, the Ivory Tower plans a surprise for everyone!

Cheebatoke,
Mayor of Novus Terra

From Gem:

The merry fishers of the Fishing Council of Britannia (FCB) are bringing joy (amd mayhem) to the citizenry again this Sunday.

On Sunday May 18 at 8:00 p.m. EST at the Buccaneer's Den docks (Trammel) we will hold our next public net toss! Even if you don't enjoy participating in the slaughter, you can watch the FCB crew as they place wagers on how many times their captain dies....

The FCB crew donates fishing nets that will be cast to the seas. Murder and mayhem ensues....and you keep any loot you find!!! We will have gates at the West Britain, Moonglow, and Haven banks beginnign at 7:45 p.m. EST.

Gem, FCB Great Lakes Fleet Captain

For those that have signed up, or wish to sign up, for the Lake Austin project, there will be a meeting in IRC on Sunday.

It will be at 8 cst and will be in #lap.

Basically the OOG Council will be there to help answer questions, get you setup for the start next Sunday, and get your character names/classes from you.

So far no one has ICQ'd any of us about wanting to schedule a meeting in game because they can't make IRC. So for now, there will be no meeting in game. If that changes, it will be posted.

If you would like to use IRC, but have no clue, to attend the meeting, Ferrico has set up a nice helpful site. You can find it here.

See you on Sunday.

Klaitu has been grateful enough to allow us to use the Herald to post news reports about the Project for those involved twice a week.

Since message boards will not be allowed during the project, the Herald will act as an updating source for each side twice a week. This is for those that don't play every set day of the scenario and would rather not use IRC or ICQ to get an update.

Everyone needs to thank Klaitu for being such a nice guy.

Ever wanted to try your hand at the world of journalism? Here's your chance! We're looking for more reporters to keep the public informed on what's going on in the world of Great Lakes Roleplay.

Those of you who are interested, contact seafort@ds180.net

Attacks by the Shadow Collective occurred last evening against the towns of Minoc and Whispering Winds.

Our forces were given the Order to remain out of Trinsic, to allow a diplomatic effort. If you are conducting or planning to conduct negotiations you must not continue these talks while they continue their terror on Britannia and its people. The city of Trinsic is firmly in their grasp and these incursion into Minoc and Whispering Winds do not give me confidence that they will stop with the City of Honor. As Marquis of Minoc and Legion Commander of the Ankh, I urge the High Council not to begin talks until these incursion into other areas of Britannia cease. We can not parley with an enemy that continues to subject our Kingdom and people to fear and death.

I humbly ask the Council to take a strong stand in this matter. Do not begin talks until they withdraw from Trinsic and reinstate the legitimate authorities and officials. That would be an act of good faith and demonstrate the Collective's willingness to find a true diplomatic end to the situation and not create a situation where they can use the people and city of Trinsic as a bargaining chip.

I went to Trinsic to speak with the Atalans in person, after the Attacks on Minoc and Whispering Winds. I went unarmed and was escorted to speak with Asimov and Death Charge.

I will state this plainly, this goes deeper then just a burial ground, this is vengeace for 1400 years of oppression. What Britannia has done specifically, I can not say. Only that whatever reasons they give can not justify their actions against Trinsic and its people.

I have little doubt that they will not leave, they will not change and they will never obey laws that are not their own. We learned this when Dunamis spoke with them years ago and it remains the same today.

I have sent Vlandra, Destiny, Silthanis all have made similar reports. The Atalan seem to justify whatever action they commit based on their own interests and disregard any who disagree. If any agreement is reached in Trinsic it will only last as long as it serves the Atalan view, They will continue to take for as long as we allow.

Till All Are One,

Lore Denin, Marquis of Minoc, Ankh of Unity.

From Gem:

Thanks to the good efforts our our wizardly webmaster, Fizban, the Fishing Council of Britannia (FCB), the cross-shard fishing guild, is proud to announce our newly redesigned website. Get all the fishing statistics, information about the seas, and our famous Tavern discussion board. We are currently featuring Lives of Fishers--a series of stories of the sea. Visit www.thefcb.com and be sure to bookmark us!

Hail Citizens of Britannia,

The 44th Meeting of the High Council will take place this evening at 8:00 PM CST in Castle Britain at the North Dining Room.  Time will be given prior to the close of the meeting for item to be brought forth to the Council by members of the public.

Items on the agenda this evening include:
• Discussion of the High Council's view and response regarding the Great Charter.
• Opening discussion of Charter Reform.
• Discussion regarding the various alliances brought forth before the High Council.
• Request to vacate the Seat of Britain.

Seats of the High Council Open
The Seat of Britain remains open, as well, we are looking to fill the Seat of Trinsic with a more available Councilor.  To apply, you need only send a Writ of Candidacy to the Chancellor of Virtue via post (be sure to include "UO" in your subject header, or the email will not be delivered), via carrier (ICQ: 5390552, when requesting authorization, be sure to detail you are applying for a seat), or you may contact the Chancellor via either means to deliver the Writ in person.  The writ must include your eligibility (that you are of the age of majority, not a criminal with outstanding warrant, and that you are either not a leadership figure of another local government or militia or that you are willing to resign such if so elected).  Please Note: As a Councilor, you will be required to attend the weekly Council meetings (though you may appoint an adjutant to fill in for you in case of emergency), and also to spend at least one hour per week amongst the citizens of your charge.  Please do not apply if you are unable to make such a commitment.

Thank you,


Ra'Dian Fl'Gith
Chancellor of Virtue
High Council of Britannia

Redlow has finally got off his lazy bum and written a new ABT episode.

Check it out here.

In my opinion, this is one of the best he has ever done, ph34r Captain Obvious and Rok Hagor's real life player.

For those who were unable to attend the first State of the Kingdom address given last Wednesday in the Northwest Courtyard of Castle Britain by Chancellor Ra'Dian Fl'Gith, the text of the speech has been made available to the public.

Greetings, Citizens of Britannia, and thank you for joining me here this evening. Tonight marks the first of what I hope to be many changes in the interaction between the High Council I am proud to be a part of, and the peoples of this great Kingdom that I am proud to serve.

When I first came to this Council as representative of Magincia, I did not know nor expect that one day I would be seated as the Chancellor of Virtue. Throughout my days however, one goal has not changed: to see the High Council better serve the governments and citizens that Britannia is comprised of...

View the entire address at the High Council of Britannia.

From Lore Denin:

Hundreds, perhaps thousands of years have passed in the world known as Sosaria since defeat of Mondain, when the Gem of Immortality was shattered and its curse released upon the World. Lord British, the King that united Sosaria under the flag of virtue and forged the great Kingdom of Britannia has long been missing. Lord Blackthorn, his once a trusted friend turned political adversary, is no longer. Destroyed by his lust for power, fallen even from his political theories of Anarchy.

The tenets of both, lost through time and bloodshed. The Shattered Legacy nothing more then myth, a legend of which few know and less speak.

The symbolic institutions of Order and Chaos, battling to determine Sosaria’s eternal fate, disbanded. Scattered and missing, the philosopher knights, who once preached the independent fate of worlds or countered with the truth of unity and the restoration of worlds United.

The establishments gone, the battle over, the eternal fate of Britannia... determined?

The Winds of Change are blowing and those who believe the battle has ended in a stalemate do not understand the philosophies nor the stakes. For in failing to unravel the Shattered Legacy, Order has fallen short and Chaos shall reign supreme, forevermore in Sosaria, or so the Lost King and proponents of Order would argue.

And so, as the page turns on the Britannia of the past and a new one opens, Fate’s hand gives pause…

The battle is not over yet. For there are still those who may yet have strength to champion the ways of Order. One such group, The Ankh of Unity,remains. Predicated on the teachings of Virtue and the truth of the Legacy, the Ankh will never abandon the philosophies of Lord British nor the prophecy of the Timelord. It is written,

“Through Virtue, Britannia may resonate so purely with its mirrored selves as to restore the land to its true time; whole and free from the curse of the Gem of Immortality. “

Three great leaders of the Ankh’s past have returned, in this time of uncertainty, Lady Destiny, Lady Messenger, and Lore Denin. Standing along side Shadarious Hawk, The Ankh of Unity stands united for the first time in many years, preparing for Britannia’s ultimate battle, and its eternal fate.

*For more information feel free to take a look at “Legends of the Shattered Legacy”. The three-volume set consists of writings and excerpts from Britannia’s most learned scholars and is currently on public display at the Unity Library. Located at: pub44.ezboard.com/fqfbfrm...ID=3.topic