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Juliary saw the adventurers of Lusternia fan out over the Prime Material Plane, called to the Challenge of Harmony to influence the hearts and minds of the denizens across the land.

Lysandus of Magnagora was the first to convince many to support his cause, but quickly, Ilthilior from his same city overtook him, maintaining the chief position with his silver tongue for the duration of the challenge. Sutekh, now of Gaudiguch, started slow, but he eventually rallied enough denizens to his side to surpass Lysandus and threaten Ilthilior's lead. Nialla of Serenwilde and Afrit of Gaudiguch followed after the first three, working steadily throughout the land to call their own followings.

In the end, however, one champion's words proved most compelling, and he prevailed as the Sealbearer of Harmony: Ilthilior of Magnagora!

Second Place (700 credits): Sutekh of Gaudiguch
Third Place (500 credits): Lysandus of Magnagora
Fourth Place (250 credits): Nialla of Serenwilde
Fifth Place (100 credits): Afrit of Gaudiguch

In the middle of Klangiary did Avechna's mighty voice shake the firmament, marking the beginning of the Seal of Life. Denizens throughout the Basin of Life found themselves succumbing to a mysterious plague as the Domotheos of Life warbled, and only the intervention of adventurers might see it stable again.

Though the plague seemed resistant at first, soon those participating found themselves making headway, and the challenge truly began. While the first few minutes saw a lethargy of action, with several furrikin remaining diseased and wanting throughout the Basin, after some study and practise Galaphyrae soon took the lead by leaps and bounds and would stay there - never once being displaced from her place.

The challenge for the remaining places was no less interesting for the gap that was presented, however, as Ashira and Ayisdra briefly struggled for the spot before Ashira found new competitors in Qillilitli, Llani, and Eritheyl. Through fierce competition over what furrikin could be found, the four quickly saw themselves divided, with Eritheyl and Ashira setting pace against each other even as Llani strove to overcome Qillilitli. It was not until the final fifteen minutes that Llani would find her pace and rocket ahead, usurping Ashira at the last moment and stealing her position by but two furrikin.

Having healed thirty-six furrikin in total, congratulations to our newest Sealbearer of Life, Galaphyrae of Serenwilde!

Second Place (700 credits): Eritheyl, of Gaudiguch (20 furrikin)
Third Place (500 credits): Llani, of Serenwilde (12 furrikin)
Fourth Place (250 credits): Ashira, of Hallifax (10 furrikin)
Fifth Place (100 credits): Qillilitli, of Hallifax (6 furrikin)

The Trial of War met the early days of Dioni, finding only four teams willing to brave the Avenger's promised tourney. Though much more traditional than the last occurance of the Ascension Trials, the bouts proved no less intimidating, skillful, or entertaining for the fact.

The Hallifaxian team (consisting of Calioliahali, Fillirriqili, and Qillilitli) and Magnagoran Team (consisting of Ruiku, Malarious, and Zagreus) were the two to watch among the others, emerging victorious through both the first and final rounds of combat respectfully as they each triumphed in their first match before meeting once more in the finals. In the end it would be the Magnagoran team who emerged triumphant, and among them Ruiku who would claim the title of Sealbearer of War.

Congratulations to Ruiku of Magnagora!

The following prizes were also awarded:
Winner's Circle (500 credits): Malarious and Zagreus
Second Place (250 credits): Calioliahali, Fillirriqili, Qillilitli
Runners Up (100 credits each): Thalkros, Freja, Lysandus; Alarin, Ashira, Romaan

Thirteen challengers gathered in the Cave of Justice to declare their desire to participate in the Challenge of Justice. The debates that ensued were well-researched and passionate, and rarely short. Shango D'Cente rose in the rankings quickly, winning the debate with almost every opponent he faced. His only loss was to Kalas Ruiku but he quickly recovered, winning the Medallion of Justice against Ruiku in the final debate. Calioliahali Skydrifter debated fiercely alongside her sister, Qillilitli Skydrifter. Both of them defeated challengers right and left but ultimately placed as third and fourth respectively. Tying right behind them were Ayisdra Ysav'rai and Veldrin D'Cente.

Congratulations, Shango!

Second Place (700 credits): Ruiku of Magnagora
Third Place (500 credits): Calioliahali of Hallifax
Fourth Place (250 credits): Qillilitli of Hallifax
Fifth Place (100 credits): Ayisdra of Hallifax and Veldrin of Magnagora