re [MR] A minor missive

[Sunniva Kyrre]

Forwarded by request for Sir Ramses the Reasonably Good
Greeting Unto the Noble Baron and Baroness of Caer Maer, Good fortune and profit unto the most Humble Ashahito, and peace and prosperity upon the populace of fair Caer Maer. 

Friends, news of your dire upcoming war has quickly spread.  DOOM will surely stalk the land as steadily as the hawk stalks the dove, for a long drawn out war in the fall will leave all unprepared to face the bitter winter.  From the lowliest commoner in his hut, to the lords in their halls, even upon those wearing the coronets will famine and pestilence fall if the battle is not quick and decisive.  Peasants will not be able to collect the wood to warm your halls, or prepare the breads, spin the thread to make the warm cloaks or tend the flocks.  Wolves will run rampant through the once fertile lands of Caer Maer if this matter cannot be settled in one day.

Thus do we announce that for this momentous event will come (at great personal expense), with his war band, Sir Ramses the Reasonably Good (tm)(world famous in Poland).  At his side will be the most illustrious Mistress Nefret to provide a firm guiding hand.  Mistress Nefret, the light of Egypt, such a jewel so rarely seen.  Driving his chariot and bearing his shield will be his warrior Kenraki, he of the feared mystical order of the orange hooded mumblers. Sir Ramses TRG (tm) will ensure that peace will be quick in coming, that the battle be fierce yet short, so that DOOM does not prey upon the peoples of Caer Maer.  Sir Ramses TRG (tm) shall provide a quick sword, a sharp spear, loyal service (within the limits of the contract) and mighty warriors to help the winning side.

Alas, in order for Sir Ramses TRG (tm) to cover his travel expenses, both from and to Egypt and Misress Nefrets shopping costs, both from and to Egypt, contracts must be established for his services.

The most Humble Ashahito has dealt with Sir Ramses TRG (tm) in the past and understands well the personal sacrifice Sir Ramses TRG (tm) undertakes in such travels.  This will give him the possible edge in negotiations but the Baron and Baroness should not let worry worm its way into their hearts, for Sir Ramses TRG (tm) is a fair and honorable man (within the limits of the contract) and will listen to all offers, counter offers, counter counter offers, etc., made with an open heart/mind/pocket book. It would also do those who would make bids for Sir Ramses TRG (tm) services to keep in mind that Mistress Nefret is fond of pretty stones, glass beads, and other womanly baubles.  

Do Not Let DOOM Stalk The Land!  Contract early, bid high, bring peace through superior (within the limits of the contract) mercenaries!!!

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