FROM THE DESK OF BAROQ EMILIENNE DI CIVITA MANAGER OF THE ARENA 12th of May, 310 AC I. Introductions With the warmth of the summer rising upon us, the calls of sword clashing on the radiating sands of the pits are calling. Will you be brave enough to answer it? Where legends of myth and old of knights and gladiators such as Korthas once stood, of a crowd of applause surrounding them with every win. By the grace of His Imperial Holiness, it is with great pleasure that I formally open the Arena once more and begin a new chapter, the League of Imperial Gladiators. Fighters destined to compete with one another in a test of strength and skill, and facing great beasts to fight head on. All watched and cheered for the entertainment of our esteemed peers and their champions that will bring honor to their name with every win. None of this is for the faint of heart, and only those with fortitude and strength will persevere. Now with all that said, ground rules and requirements must be laid before fighters can join the League. II. Rules Any and all who will be participating in tournaments set within the Arena at the Imperial Palace must adhere to a certain code. These are set into places to keep fights fair and have the arena run smoothly. If rules are broken, the fighter(s) may be punished at the discretion of the Manager of the Arena. Punishment varies with severity. The Manager of the Arena always has the final say. They may end the fight early or determine a winner if rules are not abided by in the arena. In and out of the arena, fighters must adhere to the protocols and conduces set into place at the Imperial Palace by His Imperial Holiness. The Mistresses of the Halls have republished a copy of Court Protocol which can be found here which must be followed accordingly. Treat your fighting partner with respect and dignity much as they should to you. Playful and witty banter is allowed for entertainment, but outright insults and toxic behavior will not be tolerated. All fighting will be kept to the arena. Those who enter the ring are not here to fight out of malice, but to demonstrate their skill against others in a test of strength and prowess. All moves must be fair and not out of foul play. Some examples are: No cheap shots such as hits to the groin or blinding an opponent; no disabling someone’s movement to automatically win; and no hits to downed opponents. Magic will be allowed into the arena, but users must adhere to certain stipulations which are as follows: Any magic users must be interviewed and registered with the Mistresses of the Halls firstly. If anyone attempts to participate in the games without their permission, they will promptly be banned from the guild. The Manager of the Arena must interview said user as well in order to use it. It will be up to their discretion on what magic can and cannot be used at their disposal. All magic users will be allowed to use two defensive/offensive spells to use in the arena. If they are found to use more than the allotted amount, they will be disqualified and be put on probation. However, if both participants are magic users, they will be allowed to use all spells, but ONLY in their fights or specific tournaments. Most important is the joy of those involved, audience and gladiators included. Every fighter who enters the ring is there for good sportsmanship and to bring entertainment to the crowd. One must enjoy themselves first in order to enjoy the rest. III. Requirements In order to participate as a fighter, there are certain requirements that a person must be met. A fighter must be a denizen of Regalia. Whether be of noble or commoner descent, all are welcomed. A fighter must be willing to be sponsored by a noble house and represent them. One month will be given for the fighter so the Manager of the Arena can assort them with a proper house. Fighters are able to have a criminal record, but with a stipulation. Crimes committed must not have been recent, for that being of three months. As well, they must retrieve a letter of recommendation from an upstanding individual such as from a member of the peerage, a respective commoner in the community, or a government official. This letter then must be presented to the Manager of Arena herself. A fighter must be capable in combat. If the Manager of the Arena has doubts, the fighter must spar against herself to prove that they are. IV. How to Participate In order for someone to join the League as a fighter, pen a letter to the Manager of the Arena. Player Name: Player Discord: Character Name & Application: Preferred Weapons: Magic? Yes or No: Letter of Participation: V. General Announcements The first tournament will be held on June 4th. More information to come (Saturday). A missive on how tournaments will work and be held will be released closer to time of this date. SIGNED, Baroq of Fogiatina Manager of the Arena Tldr; Read it, there's too much here to sum up. Basically, fighting time.
Player Name: Rowet Player Discord: Rowet#1750 Character Name & Application: Llewyn Omaberos | x Preferred Weapons: Spear, blades, magic. Anything they can get their hands on. Magic? Yes or No: Yes Letter of Participation: Spoiler: A familiar letter scented of cherries arrives... Baroq Emilienne di Civita, We have discussed this. I would like in the gladiator ring. Llewyn Omaberos @RaggedyGrace
Player Name | Gwyndo Player Discord | Gwyndo#6639 Character Name & Application | Ghaazi Preferred Weapons | Sensy Blade / Unarmed / Khopesh and Shotel / Warclub (rarely) Magic? Yes or No | No Letter of Participation | Spoiler: Letter Baroq Di Civita, Have you heard of The Citadels of Mirah? The Art of Nine Limbs? It is a beautiful school, unique to my people - The Asha. Though I am not the strongest I have great wish to spar and fight within Regalia. This centre of mixed cultures and styles will surely be unlike anything I have experienced - and the opportunity to refine and test my skills is one I desire. I am open to meet with you and spar should you desire to witness my art first hand; I look forward to hearing your response. Apologies for any poor wording, Common is not my mother tongue. Ghaazi, son of Kashta and Mirah Warrior. @RaggedyGrace
Player Name: dimetros Player Discord: deino#2413 Character Name & Application: Baskoro Preferred Weapons: Claws, spears. Magic? Yes or No: No. Letter of Participation: Spoiler: A Letter Baroq di Civita- I'm ready to do what I do best. Put me in when you're ready. -Baskoro
Player Name: Greenie Player Discord: Greenie#8539 Character Name & Application: Ward Dalmos Preferred Weapons: Mace/Shield/Fist Magic? Yes or No: No Letter of Participation: Spoiler To the Manager of the Arena, I am a Blackmark experienced in combat and would like to fight in the arena. Signed, Ward Dalmos
Spoiler: A Returned Letter Omaberos Good evening. You are approved though I request a meeting with you to discuss your magic and some other things. Baroq di Civita Spoiler: A Returned Letter Missus Baskoro Good evening. As we have discussed, you are approved. Baroq di Civita Spoiler: A Returned Letter Mister Dalmos Good evening. You are tentatively approved, but I request to have a spar with you to test your conduct inside the arena. Baroq di Civita
Player Name: Tortellinis Player Discord: Tortellinis#3538 Character Name & Application: Liborio dei Vesucii Preferred Weapons: Polehammer, mace, greatsword. Magic? Yes or No: No. Letter of Participation: Baroq di Civita, I had been looking forwards to participating in this until the previous Manager of the Arena had resigned. I see now that you have replaced him, and so I ask of you to allow my entry. Sincerely, Ser Liborio dei Vesucii, man-at-arms of the Villiers-Eclaire order.
Player Name: Aticiy Player Discord: t+kami²#0001 Character Name & Application: https://forums.massivecraft.com/threads/meliin-rinz-zelariirn-the-problem-child.99856/#post-1035001 Preferred Weapons: Claws, knives and unarmed. Magic? Yes or No: Maybe? Sensory Magic. Letter of Participation: Spoiler: Letter! Baroq di Civita, I do hope this letter finds you in good health, Manager of the Arena. My pockets seem to be running particularly empty and the place I call 'home' requires me to pay rent, so I offer my combat prowess to thee in an attempts to resolve both our qualms. If Regals are not something you offer then honour works instead; being a golden-eyed child of an Arken comes with wanting to prove oneself after all. I humbly await a response, Meliin Rinz-Zelariirn Lleyrizar 'Problem Child of the Dread Empire' {!} At the bottom of the letter appears to be a drawing of a ruby flower, neatly tucked away with a precision that is aesthetically pleasing
Player Name: Silver Swyftfurusat Player Discord: You have it :) Character Name & Application: link Preferred Weapons: Swords Magic? Yes or No: Yes, none combative Letter of Participation: “Dear Baroq di Civita I will keep this brief. I wish to join your tournament. You know me and my ability and I hope that is enough. Sincerely, Silver Swyftfurusat Mercenary of Second Class & Dragon Warden”
Spoiler: A Returned Letter Mister Ghaazi Accepted. I would love to spar with you to see your style of fighting, do send another letter regarding a time. Baroq Emilienne di Civita Spoiler: A Returned Letter Sera dei Vesucii Accepted seeing as you were apart of the previous league. Baroq Emilienne di Civita Spoiler: A Returned Letter Mister Lleyrizar Rejected. While Silvenism is allowed when following the proper procedures, I do not particularly know or have heard enough about you to fully accept you. As well with ending a letter with a signature of 'Problem Child of the Dread Empire' does not particularly bode well. Baroq Emilienne di Civita Spoiler: A Returned Letter Mister Silver Accepted. Your letter states it well as to why and as well as knowing your previous history and good sportsmanship in previous tournaments. Though as your Warden Status, please do speak to the Mistresses of the Halls to be allowed entrance. Baroq Emilienne di Civita