[center][h3][color=darkgreen][b]Kingdom of Braiyusal
Summer 1836[/b][/color][/h3][/center]
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[center][b]Braiyusalian Elections[/b][/center]

After several weeks of debate, fleeting promises, and political espionage the Braiyusalian Elections where at an end. The first man to come out on top was Sir Derric, who won by several votes in a somewhat surprising outcome. Well founded, he was able to get the votes he needed from the common people. Next was Lord Tibost, whose almost extremist reactionary views won him the vote. Some are even calling it a second calling for greatness in Braiyusal, others whisper that it was outside funding that won him his seat. Last was Count Radulf II, the liberal votes had won him a seat. People hope that he will counteract the reactionary views of Lord Tibost, and possibly lessen the conservative grip over the nation and her people.

Several hours after the ceremony, King Rolfe congratulated all three senators on their victory and officially granted them the title Senator, and gave a somewhat cliche speech. “Gathered here today, on April 1st, 1836, the people come to watch three men sworn in by their countrymen. These men shall protect, serve, and honor those who have put their faith into thee, and with that trust bring greatness not only upon yourself, but upon the nation and her people. Braiyusal has given you a chance, do not waste it.” The three senators swore their vows and took their name.

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[center][b]Amazonian Trade[/b][/center]

King Rolfe sat quietly in front of the Senate reading a recently recieved message from the Queen of Amazonia. “It seems we may have a problem, though not entirely confirmed, one of our merchant ships carrying Braiyusalian weapons may have been caught by Nehelanian Ships. From what I understand we haven’t found any signs of the ship, it is still possible it may have been shipwrecked by a storm.” The gathered senators sat confused, waiting for Rolfe to finish his thought. “Though not required of you, I come asking advice. You are all educated men.” 

The senate for once was quick to respond. Agreeing that it might be best to simply protect Amazonian trade with a stronger fleet. This however didn’t last long, soon came the arguments on how large of a fleet. They didn’t want to attract attention from Nehelenia if they haven’t already, but at the same time wanted to prepare for an immediate threat. King Rolfe interrupted “I’ve decided. We shall send a two first rates, one will lead a small fleet to defend Amazonian trade consisting of 6 Third rates and 3 second rates. The other shall be stationed in the colony in case of an attack by Nehelenia accompanied by 3 third rate ships and one more second rate. Only the first rate and second rate will remain docked however as we can use the third rates to protect other trade along the routes. It will spread our navy thin, but this is a dire situation.”

Several days later the BNV Nicolet and BNV Nicholaus, to first rates accompanied by a fleet of third and second rate ships set sail for the new world. The official statement behind this move was simple “As the world progresses so do the dangers. This is our best chances to face those dangers head on and without fear.”

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[center][b]Colonial Expedition[/b][/center]

With the newly found gold in the new world Braiyusal was quick to react. Outposts had begun to spring up in the area, and Braiyusal had begun to trade with the friendly natives reported earlier, and has chosen to ignore the more aggressive ones, but around one hundred men had been stationed in the area in case of attack.