A Tear in the Tapestry
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Part I |
Spooktober 2021 ( Oct 2021 ) |
Part II |
A Tear in the Tapestry ( Nov 2021 ) |
Part III |
Winter Newspost ( Dec 2021 ) |
Part IV |
A Tear in the Tapestry, Part II ( January 2022 ) |
A Tear in The Tapestry: January Newspost ( January 2022 ) |
Conclusion |
February Newspost: Epilogue ( February 2022 ) |
Belligerents | |
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A Tear in the Tapestry was a multi-part event in New Caledonia that ran from September 2021 — January 2022. The plot was collaboratively written by New Caledonia Leadership, Amanda and veldt, and Salsola Leadership, Alaine, Mel, and Songbird. Planning initially began in October 2021, and gained momentum in November before seeing the final touches finalized in December. The official launch of the Tear in the Tapestry plot was purposely rolled out as an "early Christmas present" to Players on December 23rd to allow for Players to plot and plan before the start of the 2022 Souls Super Writing Month event. Due to an unexpected influx of characters into New Caledonia towards the height of the plot in December, changes had to be made to give the enemy groups more of a realistic chance to both combat and lay siege to the, at the time, 75-member (played + all canine NPCs) pack of New Caledonia, as well as the Salsolan force that was to join them at the end of the plot. With permission sought from the 'Souls Assemblage before its final launch, the plot was allotted a total of 15 tNPCs, bringing the enemy total to be a more comfortable 27 members between plot-played characters and available cNPC slots across Leaderships' other characters. The Tear in the Tapestry plot was the first in 'Souls' history bring in catapults, as well as to enact a siege.
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1. Background
Note: See the Timeline for specific events.
On New Caledonia's Founders Day August 17th, A Stranger infiltrated New Caledonia’s borders to ask for shelter. Unfortunately, they showed up during one of the drunkest nights of the year and were violently thrust into the cold after being attacked by Toraberā Tanaka, Naomi Stryder, Valkyrie Savoy, and Arran Fir-Chlis defended the King against the Stranger's advances. Though wounded, the Stranger managed to escape to his camp to relay the information of his visit, and that they had finally found what they were looking for. Unbeknownst to New Caledonia, The Stranger was a scout with ties to enemies of the Realm. The enemies formed a plan in the wake of their comrade passing from his injuries: raze New Caledonia to the ground. In September, Rand Coara and Vodeva go on a pilgrimage throughout the neutral territories to spread the word of their Lady Nín. A pair of sisters, Alma and Martha Elanor, come upon them and seek sanctuary posing as little more than homeless, Old Caledonians. Later, Éna Lanthir joins them and together they return to New Caledonia. Their efforts do not go unnoticed. These sequences of events set a wheel in motion. |
2. Part I
Note: See the Timeline for specific events.
In early October, Agatha Kingsford suspiciously joins the pack before New Caledonia’s first targeted attack. The beginning of the month sees a cabin in the City Square burnt to the ground. While no one is hurt, many are shaken. The first of many strange and creepy letters are found on the night of the fire. Investigations performed in the aftermath of the fire reveal little. However, many question whether the fire was an accident or an act of arson. The Wraith's Teeth Guild is tasked with further investigations of the matter. In the fall out of the event the Realm is plagued by strange symbols painted in blood. |
3. Part II
Note: See the Timeline for specific events.
In November a strange woman, Silivren Garwaen, lures New Caledonia’s youngest (<2 years old) to her camp. Yuki Tanaka, Delphine la Weir, Valkyrie Savoy and Gwaun Fir-Chlis, and Rohan Heartsong are all taken to the camp in order to gather information on New Caledonia and its current state of affairs. When they return, they recall little, or their memories are too disjointed and uncertain to make sense of. There is one thing they have in common though: tear-shaped wooden medallions on leather thongs. Others were exposed to the adversaries but by other means. Hokori Tanaka, and Lossë Fir-Chlis were met with by strange soldiers just beyond the Realms borders. They too return with medallions. Various places and areas in the Kingdom continue to be vandalized by marks of Eyes and Tears. Fire-starting paraphernalia, small fires, and burn marks are also found with growing frequency. Disturbing scenes are found on the pack's borders; these range from just strange and eerie to outright horrific. |
4. Part III
Note: See the Timeline for specific events.
On December 10th, High King Iomair and Isiltári Fennore call the pack together for a meeting to address the attacks, kidnappings, and vandalisms. They ask for members to be vigilant and to prepare: for winter...or for war. The Season of Mastery is launched in an attempt to have members exercise their skills and attempt to distract from the cloud that has settled over the realm. Teams are to be sent out to see if any of New Caledonia's neighbours have suffered similar acts against them. Just as the meeting begins to close, however, Daisy Parhelion makes a sudden outcry demanding more to be done. Her outburst sees her swiftly demoted from the High Court and escorted outside the King's Bastion. As the lower ranks disperse, there is a notable sense of unrest amongst the Caledonian people. Arguing continues in the meeting with the Malcrin as the upper ranks struggle to decide on how to proceed forward in the wake of concerns for the stability of their leadership. New Caledonia prepares. Supplies are gathered and counted. Patrols are increased. Defences are raised. Scouts are sent to nearby packs for more information. Pairs of Caledonians set out to collect information and goods from other packs and Loner Bands. Moose and Naomi Stryder set off for Salsola, Kule del Morteand Liam del Morte set off for Del Cenere Gang, Baelfire Flynn travelled to Bête Noire, and Percival Parhelion and Daisy Parhelion sought out the Estrella Roja. The Messenger Tree is vandalized, and the markings, burnings, and messages continue. Kalypso is sent to Salsola to call off the annual Call to Court invitation. |
5. Part IV
Note: See the Timeline for specific events.
- [NC] A Tear in the Tapestry, Part II - January 2022
- [NC] A Tear in The Tapestry: January Newspost - January 2022
The Siege of New Caledonia |
January sees a flurry of activity as the climax of the plot is thrust upon New Caledonia. The Tears of Nín descend upon the Pack with their accomplices, prepared to take what it owed to them by any means necessary. Talbot Kingsford and his daughters attempt to turn an old friend to their beliefs, and Cynatria leads the Ghosts of the North after being promised whatever remains of Caledonia. The attack begins on the 1st of January and leaves to Caledonians scrabbling to defend themselves. This back and forth continues until a howl suddenly has the enemy withdrawing from the battlefield at dusk on January 3rd. The Caledonians are forced to retreat behind the walls of the King’s Bastion for safety lest they be next. Families, friends, and allies search for one another to ensure everyone is accounted for. With the Caledonians pinned behind the walls, they can do nothing as the Chimetower in the distance is suddenly engulfed by flame, and burns brightly through the night. They remain trapped in the Bastion until January 8th. |
The Liberation & Red Dawn of New Caledonia |
blahblahblah for me to write later Salsola battle party consists of: O'Riley Eternity (Commander), Brocade Valentine (Second), Kamari Kaiser, Krios Revlis, Silas del Morte, Spartacus Ulrich, Casimir Soul, Morrow Larue, Tattersall Valentine, Evelyn de le Ulrich, Aidan Blacksun, Egregore, Mirko Morandi, Torin de le Poer, Eden de le Ulrich (Head Medic), Lexus Whitlock (Medic), Siv Silfr (Medic), and Uma Olsen (Medic). |
The Adversaries (Hide) |
The Tears of Nín |
The Tears of Nín are a group of Lorn extremists who broke apart from the rest of Old Caledonia around the time of the Great War, so-called as they believe Nín suffered greatly in the presence of the other gods. Her tears make up their waterways and the blood that runs through their veins. From their Lady's suffering, the Tears of Nín were born — old-blooded zealots who follow the ways of old. Due to their dwindling numbers they have chosen to band together with the Eyes of Omni and Ghost of the North to wreak havoc on New Caledonia. Uncommonly known is that the Tears were originally formed and led by one of New Caledonia's own, Rand Coara — and he intends to keep it this way, but, of course, the Tears, after having expelled him from the group for his crimes against his own clan, will surely not let his secrets stay buried for long… (See Members) |
Leader |
Ark Coara (played by veldt) |
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He was partially responsible for the eventual death of Ramsey. Ark met his end when he was beheaded on January 9th [M] during a public trial held before New Caledonia and various members of Salsola.
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Followers |
Solas Nartholiel (cNPC of Ark) |
Solas was last seen on January 8th [M], where he fled the field of battle after the arrival of Caledonians reinforcements and Ark's capture.
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Silivren Garwaen (played by Amanda) |
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Tigraine (cNPC of Silivren) |
Tigraine was last seen on January 8th [M], where she fled the field of battle after the death of her wife, Silivren.
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Éna Lanthir (played by Despi) |
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Alma Elanor (cNPC of Vodeva) |
Alma was killed on January 1st by Baelfire Flynn.
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Martha Elanor (cNPC of Rand) |
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Emyn Celos (tNPC) |
Emyn was killed on January 8th by Rand Coara.
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The Eyes of Omni |
Far-removed from the larger cult, this small collective consists of Talbot Kingsford and two of his children, Agatha and Favrielle. Working independently, Talbot has taken it upon himself to follow-up with his previous captives to see if the message has spread. After Talbot sent his daughter ahead to determine this, he encountered a member of the Tears of Nín. While ideologically opposed to their beliefs, Talbot recognizes strength in numbers. He is willing to sacrifice anything to achieve what he believes is right. Those who do not accept Omni's salvation are to be left behind: in this case, to the small group's bloodthirsty allies. The Eyes can be be identified by the masks they wear, which are said to signify fire and death. (See Members) |
Leader |
Talbot Kingsford (played by Mel) |
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Followers |
Favrielle Kingsford (cNPC of Talbot) |
Favrielle was killed on January 2nd by Percival Parhelion.
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Agatha Kingsford (cNPC of Daisy) |
Agatha was killed and beheaded by Toraberā Tanaka on January 7th [M] when he drove his sword through her face and then proceeded to hack at her dying body in his rage-induced frenzy.
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Chantal Dumont (tNPC) |
Chantal was killed on January 8th by Evelyn de le Ulrich.
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Travers (tNPC) |
Travers was killed on January 8th by Egregore.
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Alanis Longriver (tNPC) |
Alanis was killed on January 8th by Liam del Morte.
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Nunzio Spini (tNPC) |
Nunzio was killed on January 2nd [M] by Kalypso Savoy when his neck and chest were slashed by her sabre before she ended him by stabbing him in through the chest.
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The Ghosts of the North |
The Ghosts of the North (also referred to as The Ghosts) are a group of sellswords who joined the Tears of Nín and the Eyes of Omni with the promise that they would be able to loot a fallen Kingdom as their reward. The Northerners are all violent and cut throat, each with a sordid history that saw them heading North until they found the Ghosts and joined their ranks. They are known for being skilled fighters in many disciplines, and range from rogues to melee fighters and everything between. Though they do not have anything akin to a uniform, much of their garb is made up of animal pelts, thick leather, and burly wraps. It is evident that they have come from somewhere much colder than here. They are led by the giantess, Cynatria Nightbane, and each would die for her if needed. (See Members) |
Leader |
Cynatria Nightbane (tNPC) |
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Followers |
Ivo Doran (played by Songbird) |
He is responsible for the deaths of Genkei and Teagan Stryder. On January 8th [M], Ivo received fatal injuries by both Teagan and Kamari Kaiser, however, he was actually killed by Teagan when she stabbed him through the heart.
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Hans Doran (cNPC of Ivo) |
A boulder shot by his catapult killed Rabbit. Hans was killed by Kamari Kaiser on January 8th [M] when she stabbed his chest and punctured his lung.
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Grof (tNPC) |
Grof was killed on January 8th by Aidan Blacksun.
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Blackhawk (tNPC) |
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Innis Shadowmend (tNPC) |
Innis was killed on January 8th by Morrow Larue.
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Shiv (tNPC) |
Shiv was killed on January 8th by Tattersall Valentine.
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Crunch Bonefury (tNPC) |
Crunch was killed on January 8th by Spartacus Simone Ulrich.
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Snowdrop Frostfog (tNPC) |
Snowdrop was killed by Teagan Stryder on January 7th [M] when her throat was slashed by Teagan’s sword.
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Spark Coldmane (tNPC) |
Spark was killed on January 8th by Silas del Morte.
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Tekoa Nightstripe (tNPC) |
Tekoa was killed on January 2nd by Fleur.
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Harbor Sharpfeather (tNPC) |
Harbor was killed on January 8th by Brocade Valentine.
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6. Conclusion
Note: See the Timeline for specific events.
The enemy's propaganda has started to take its toll on the Caledonians trapped behind their ever-crumbling walls. The Circle of Athelas have their hands full with the injured. The Trading Company is faced with the hard dilemma of how to ration dwindling supplies. The Wraith's Teeth are battle-weary and worn thin from their efforts of constant vigilance and defending their comrades. The Valar and Fili are left to deliberate on what is best for the Kingdom. Things are looking bleak for the Caledonians. But then, at dawn on the fifth day of the siege, Salsola arrives in the Sun-and-Moon Kingdom, and the Caledonians’ fighting spirit is renewed. An enemy fighter strategically lights fires one by one, creating a smokescreen that partially obscures the battlefield. It does not deter the Kingdoms’ fighters, however. Salsola surges in from the southwest, and the Caledonians pour out of the King’s Bastion. Between them, they trap their enemy on a battlefield of their own making. Their combined effort sees Evil, once more, banished from the Realm. But it is not without sacrifice. The 9th sees Ark Coara brought before the fold, and put to death. |
7. Timeline
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BACKGROUND (Hide)
August 17th 2021
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PART I (Hide)
October 2021
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PART II (Hide)
November 2021
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PART III (Hide)
December 10th 2021
December 11th 2021
December 19th 2021
December 24th 2021
December 25th 2021
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PART IV (Hide)
December 25th 2021
December 26th 2021
December 27th 2021
December 28th 2021
December 29th 2021
December 30th 2021
December 31st 2021
January 1st 2022
January 2nd 2022
January 3rd 2022
January 4th 2022
January 5th 2022
January 6th 2022
January 7th 2022
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CONCLUSION (Hide)
January 8th 2022
January 9th 2022
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