Dalaran Senate Meeting: July 16th, 36 LC

The following is a written record of the Magus Senate of Dalaran session from July 16th, 36 LC.

Record
Zanbor Emerson: This session will come to order. Minister Haltring, you have the floor.

Elberich Haltring: Thank you, Mister Speaker. This evening I would like us to welcome our guests. Across from me we have the Dwarven Vanguard, good friends and allies of ours. And to my right, we have a member of a new Gnomish order, who we hope to soon be close friends and allies with. Let's give them a round of applause for being here this evening. Now, this new Gnomish order is called the Gnomeregan Far Fielders. They are led by Sergeant Phelburt Cogswell. Sergeant, would you mind stepping forth and informing the Senate of your order's mission?

Phelburt Cogswell: Certainly. The Far Fielder program was established as a means to traverse the world in the name of Gnomeregan. Our mission is to find and recover useful artifacts and establish relations and alliances in the name of Gnomeregan and the Alliance. We are grateful for the invitation that has been extended to us tonight. Thank you.

Elberich Haltring: Wonderful, thank you, Sergeant. In the interest of cooperation and friendship I extended the Sergeant and his order an invitation to this meeting tonight so we can continue working together in the interest of the wellbeing of the Alliance and our world. That is why I am requesting unanimous consent to approve an alliance between the Magus Senate of Dalaran, and the Gnomeregan Far Fielders.

Zanbor Emerson: The alliance between our two organizations has been approved with unanimous consent.

<span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Elberich Haltring: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Wonderful. On behalf of the Senate I look forward to prosperous relations with Gnomeregan and its Far Fielders.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Our next order of business is an update on the situation in Arathi. Can anyone speak on that?

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Vanidicus Alexander: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">I can.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Minister Alexander please update the body.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Vanidicus Alexander: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Yes, sir. Accordin' to latest field reports from our remainin' battlemagi an' outrider units, the situation is stalemated presently. Fierce fightin' is ongoin' along with numerous skirmishes between opposin' recon parties is a continuous affair. Fer now, the defenses of the city're holdin'. Magical wards an' detection spells put in place by the assembled magi of the gathered orders militant hold for now. Tactical reports suggest a gradual decline in fightin' ability as returnin' Forsaken Forces from Draenor return an' the Horde seeks to reinforce their lands in th'wake of the news of th'return of the Legion. The battle will either go on fer some time...but a long an' grindin' conflict is inevitable. Somethin' that nobody can afford right now. As such, a gradual reduction of Dalarani forces is in effect. We will support what we can...but priorities must be adhered to. That is all, sir.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Thank you. Minister Shadesong, you had something happen this week?

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Oliviaxi Shadesong: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">So, to explain this with as little context as possible, because it’s fucking funny, I and a few Senators went to the beach, fished a little bit, almost lost Duncan to a crab mafia, and then recruited the service of Arkanos' old crab militia. And to head. Off any accusations, no, no over-consumption of alcohol or mind altering substances occurred during the activity. Also, anyone exploring any of the smaller islands around Dalaran for giggles is advised to stay away from the one with a small stable and a man-made pond. There may or may not be a baby kraken that's a snugglebug in it.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Right... Is that all? Thank you. Senator Arc, you have something coming up for next week?

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Farel Arc: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">This Monday at eight o'clock in the evening we'll be holding a spellcraft demonstration. Everyone is invited to come and display their own spells, whether for combat, utility, art, or the like. There will also be cake, so don't miss it.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Vanidicus Alexander: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Anti-fel magic spells will get a bonus.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Farel Arc: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Um, and try not to set everyone on fire.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Thank you. Minister Shadesong, you have something else to report on?

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Oliviaxi Shadesong: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Less crabs this time. I've been receiving intelligence and field reports indicating that as the presence of the Forsaken in the Arathi region increases, the possibility of attacks on our holdings or that of our allies has increased, and I and General Lightbeard have been exchanging letters regarding the issue.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Foghas Lightbeard: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Aye. As th' Minister mentioned, Forsaken encroach far too close t' Khaz Modan once more, an' as I understand it's been an interest o' Dalaran to keep portions o' Lordaeron under check as well, Ambermill comes t' mind.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Oliviaxi Shadesong: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif"> We've been planning a series of operations with the focus of harrying and containing the Forsaken, hopefully enough such that no offensive pushes can be made for the short-term future, and this is doubly important given the reports of increased demonic activity.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Foghas Lightbeard: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">With thus in mind, th' Fightin' in Arathi continues an' skirmishes are likely to run throughout and into Alliance lands. Aye; last thing we need is anoth'r war with th' Legion looming over us.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">So this starts tomorrow?

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Oliviaxi Shadesong: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif"> Possibly. My collected intelligence suggests a strike coming soon, but theoretically it could be later. Tomorrow might be a good bet though.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Foghas Lightbeard: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Aye, we'll be beginin' operations as soon as possible.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Oliviaxi Shadesong: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">I imagine both the General and myself can field questions if anyone has questions.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Phelburt Cogswell: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif"> Are you taking volunteers?

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Foghas Lightbeard: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">If ye wish t' join us, I do not see why I would turn down help.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Oliviaxi Shadesong: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif"> I'm of a similar disposition, so I've no issue with it.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Vanidicus Alexander: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Field operations betwixt our two organizations will be held under war ministry authority, any an' all senators may attend an' lend aid.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Thank you for your report. Those interested in these operations should seek out Minister Shadesong after the session. We now move on to open floor. Anyone who wishes to speak should raise their hand. Sergeant Cogswell.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Phelburt Cogswell: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">I was presented a magic ring with which to keep in touch with you all. I was curious if that communication was open to my Corporal as well?

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Of course. Elberich can supply you with a couple rings to hand out to your people.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Vanidicus Alexander: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Jus' don't go floodin' it with nonessential communications.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Mab Nimue: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Aside from really good cookie recipes.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Phelburt Cogswell: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Thank you, sir. I have also been politely yet firmly reminded to bring up Operation: Lightbringer, our current pet project to assist in the inevitable return of the Legion.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Phelburt Cogswell: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">On Wednesday the Far Fielders will be traveling to Un'goro to forage for crystals to use a base for the positronic computational core of the great spider tank. We are, of course, always looking for help, if any is volunteered, but I was curious if could bring the gem here for assistance in carving the neural pathways, should we succeed.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Of course, as allies of the Magus Senate we will help in any way that we can. Senator Arc seems particularly happy to help.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Farel Arc: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif"> I'd be more than happy to help Mr. Cogswell; I think the project is quite interesting and would glad to assist in any way I can. Construction, research, or otherwise.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Phelburt Cogswell: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Wonderful. Thank you kindly sir.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Fyn Ficklegear: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Also - apologies for the interjection - a Light-based combat tank may come in useful if we are running operations containing the Forsaken. Just as a side thought.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Phelburt Cogswell: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">That is all. Thank you for your time.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Does anyone else wish to speak?

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Oliviaxi Shadesong: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif"> That's surprisingly nice of you Ark. Arkanos says that in light of recent events, he'll be focusing effort on getting tours going for the Senate's Brewery. Keep your ears open for announcements people, they should be coming soon. He also promises there won't be any shrimp hiding in any of the casks this time. He swears.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Thank you. Senator Arc.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Bromas Ebonram: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Senators it has been a pleasure but I must excuse myself. I've been called back to Stromgarde. Until next time my friends.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Mab Nimue: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Thank you for coming!

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Vanidicus Alexander: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%; font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Be well, general.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Farel Arc: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif"> As we're aware, many organizations have begun preparing for the on-going hostilities and encroaching demonic threat. The Ministry of War, like-wise, has recently developed a number of assets to use against demonic forces... However, I would like to take another step towards preparation. In the next few weeks, I will be hosting a series of classes for experienced mages and battlemagi only who are interested in drastically increasing their ability to combat demonic entities. The sessions will be difficult, though I suspect anyone who attends will not be disappointed. The first session will be the following week, Friday, anyone interested please contact me and be prepared. Thank you.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Thank you. As we have many members present I want to say that the Ministries are always looking for new blood. Find something you are interested in and join. You can always talk to me if you have questions. Minister Nimue please take the floor for promotions.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Mab Nimue: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Alrighty! Ready everyone? Okay! Senator Bassol, to the center please! He's still here right? Yes, right next to me. Senator Bassol! You are one of Farel's students, and you've managed to not explode. And he hasn't-- set you on fire. And you are also not dead. So really, just congratulations. That's a real achievement. I'm serious. So we are promoting you.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Pericles Bassol: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif"> Thank you. I hope to continue to live to the expectations.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Mab Nimue: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Senator Reide! I'd ask you to step into the middle, but you might melt. So, Senator Reide, you've been so very brave. You've done so many wonderful things, and overcome great fears. You've traveled into the sewers, endured whispers, traveled into the darkness beyond, and lived. I'm very proud of you. Congratulations.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Sontya Reide: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif"> Umm.. Th-Thank you.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Mab Nimue: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Senator Frostume- still here, right? Please go to the center! You've been with us for a while, though sometimes you get lost in libraries or on adventures. But that's a general mage thing to do. We all get lost and come back wiser, older, and- well, less social, until we are old men that yell at clouds. But! The point remains! We are happy to promote you for being fantastic.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Kaidevert Frostume: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif"> Thank you.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Mab Nimue: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">That's all for promotions tonight! Thank you.

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif">Zanbor Emerson: <span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif">Thank you. This session is adjourned.