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| + | Amtgard Press Reporter: Elsa von Liechtenstein |
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| − | [[Great Eastern]] X is, in the words of [[Aiyana Tishir]], the "Phoenix Event"; and I can think of no better way to describe it. This event, one that when the O'crats arrived was burning in flames of miscommunication, insufficient funding, and low morale, rose to become one of the most memorable events for any of us. | + | [AP News] The Desert Winds was once a peaceful land, the populace had joined forces time and time again to keep attackers at bay and to work together hand in hand to earn the rank of Kingdom. |
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| − | Within the first 24 hours of the event, the Autocrat had quit, we didn't have enough money to cover the event due to low attendance, players were talking about driving home to get to their field in time for normal Amtgard, and the owner of the site had informed us that we should have no one else set up camp as we would likely be expelled Saturday Morning due to numerous complaints. This was certainly not a good way to start things off.
| + | But now the excitement has worn off and the populaces of the Desert Winds have turned on each other. Similar to that of a bar room brawl, everyone has joined in – happily attacking their neighbors and breaking age old treaties. |
| | + | It is rumored that the new King Rico is behind the sudden greed of his subjects. Reportedly King Rico placed lands up for sale in a “silent action”, selling lands that rightfully belonged to his Duchys, Baronys and Shires. I have an inside source that claims King Rico even gave away lands. In an interview, concerned parties stated that they are “certain the funds are for padding the Kingdom coffers.” |
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| − | A brief meeting of concerned individuals took place in the wee hours of Saturday Morning regarding what should be done about the problems noted above. Forming a plan, Team "Get Smurf Done" sprung into action. A meeting was called for all Amtgarders in attendance where new rules were laid down, rules that led to a change from 'numerous complaints' to '0 complaints' for the remainder of our time at Stony Fork.
| + | The true terror of the matter is that King Rico opened the “silent action” land sales up to Kingdom outsiders. As I am reporting this, the land owner named Legion is marching on The River’s End Crown lands. No one seems to know who this ‘Legion’ is and if they do they are too fearful to report it the media. |
| | + | This just in: A source just reported that not only are the land owners attacking lands but there are now reports coming in that Orcs, gremlins and other beasts are surfacing within the Desert Winds. |
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| − | The next hurdle to overcome was the lack of funding. Due to the expenditure of monies on unnecessary items, such as monogrammed bandanas and live music; essential items, like food for Feast and overhead for the campsite, were unable to be paid based on gate fee alone. A plan was hatched, with [[Kentigern]], [[Serena]], and [[Bowen]] at the wheel of the speeding truck heading for a cliff that was GE at the time.
| + | Just in the past week five lands were attacked. Each of the land owners seems to be trying to increase their lands but to what end we are uncertain. Monarchy members have refused to comment on the situation. We are unsure if it is due to fear or that they too are part of the conspiracy. |
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| − | Through concession snacks and lunches, provided by Feast O'Crats Extraordinaire [[Kentigern]] & [[Serena]]; the Auction, MC'd by [[Bowen]], consisting of the products and services of the best people Goldenvale and Friends has to offer; and last, but certainly not least, the fundraising tournament held by the [[Godstone Fair]]; this reporter is happy (and relieved) to inform the reader that the deficit was eliminated, with some extra funds made to put toward next year in the sincere hope of avoiding similar issues.
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| − | Thankfully, the third problem, low morale, was solved by the two steps above. Once the players who attended GE realized that a significant number of those in attendance refused to let the event fail, everyone went about making their own fun. By Sunday, I do believe that everyone went home a little more tired than normal, but with at least one or two good stories to tell. One thing is for sure, [[GE]]X will, for better or worse, never be forgotten.
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| − | Thus ends my report, and if I might be so bold, I would like to abuse my power as a reporter to send out a sincere and honest thank you to everyone who stepped up to help the event. From Team Get Smurf Done to those who Auctioned themselves off to those who picked up trash and even to those who bought concessions instead of McDonalds or simply followed the additional rules put in place; you all helped make Great Eastern X a success. Eighty Amtgarders banded together to tell the rest of the Amtgard Community, and perhaps themselves, that Amtgard serves a greater purpose than drinking and hitting each other with sticks. We are a family, and as such, we rose up together and fought off impossible odds to have a profitable and successful event.
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| − | There are a lot of people that I would like to thank on an individual level, but doing so would double this already lengthy article. There is, however, one person in particular who went above and beyond to help me out personally, [[Sir]] [[Elizabeth]] of [[Goldenvale]]. Sir Liz was an incredible asset to me without whom I would have collapsed from stress, lack of food, and dehydration. Sir Liz is an exemplary Knight, Amtgarder, and Friend; and I was very lucky to have had someone like her watching out for me.
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Amtgard Press Reporter: Elsa von Liechtenstein
[AP News] The Desert Winds was once a peaceful land, the populace had joined forces time and time again to keep attackers at bay and to work together hand in hand to earn the rank of Kingdom.
But now the excitement has worn off and the populaces of the Desert Winds have turned on each other. Similar to that of a bar room brawl, everyone has joined in – happily attacking their neighbors and breaking age old treaties.
It is rumored that the new King Rico is behind the sudden greed of his subjects. Reportedly King Rico placed lands up for sale in a “silent action”, selling lands that rightfully belonged to his Duchys, Baronys and Shires. I have an inside source that claims King Rico even gave away lands. In an interview, concerned parties stated that they are “certain the funds are for padding the Kingdom coffers.”
The true terror of the matter is that King Rico opened the “silent action” land sales up to Kingdom outsiders. As I am reporting this, the land owner named Legion is marching on The River’s End Crown lands. No one seems to know who this ‘Legion’ is and if they do they are too fearful to report it the media.
This just in: A source just reported that not only are the land owners attacking lands but there are now reports coming in that Orcs, gremlins and other beasts are surfacing within the Desert Winds.
Just in the past week five lands were attacked. Each of the land owners seems to be trying to increase their lands but to what end we are uncertain. Monarchy members have refused to comment on the situation. We are unsure if it is due to fear or that they too are part of the conspiracy.
For older events check Event Back Issues
