NationStates Jolt Archive


End of an era, the death of the Emperor

Huzen Hagen
17-01-2005, 16:06
For weeks there had been speculation about the health of the Emperor. He had been seen less and less in public and his son had been taking over more and more of his duties. People had long feared that the Emperor was on his death bed and there fears were realised when one morning all ths flag poles on the Emperors ancient castle in the Capital Tristam flew black flags. In the streets people were distraught at the death of there leader, people rushed inside to gain what news they could of the death. The pipes of the castle began their long mournfull tune as the news spread and preperations for the funeral were made. People guarded round the gates to the fotress and flowers piled all around it, finally the people had some news of the death


HHBC News
this is a special bulletian from the HHBC. Today it has been announed that Emperor Ferdinand von Maticheck had died. No cause of death has yet been released but it is belived to have been from natural causes. It is reported that his son and heir, Prince Ferdinand von Maticheck II, was at his bedside at the time of our Leaders death. 4 days of mourning have been declared before the funeral and the crowning of the new Emperor. Untill then all business's are to close to allow the poplace to close. No expenses will be spared to allow the public to see off their most treasured Emperor. That is all we have for now, more news will be brought to you when it arrives.

The economy of Huzen Hagen was shut down for 4 days, the treasury would pick up any costs so that the country would be able to continue after the funeral. The city of tristam was a sea of black, flags hung from every window allong the cobbled streets and all dressed in black. The pipers kept there constant vidual over the palace and there haunting melodies wafted down into the surrounding countryside. The Prince was prepared to accept the crown and rule over the Holy Empire of Huzen Hagen. The Raven, the Emperors elite bodyguard began preparing to escort the bodyto its final resting plave in there tempel in the forest covered mountains dehind Tristam. Armour was polised and the funeral cart was carved out of ebony. Horses were cleaned and groomed. The military was also affected, all forces that could make it too the funeral were to do come home at once. Ships on patrol in Imperial armies steamed through the twin channels into the great inner sea and moored off the coast. The Emperors Friends of old were invited to take part in the funeral, all members of the Imperial armies region, the fruit islands, RWC and any other allys aswell as those wishing to pay respect to a fallen warrior were encouraged to come. Much was expected of the new Emperor and he was going to have to start working the moment his father was laid to rest
Moleland
17-01-2005, 16:21
'Moleland offers it's sincerest condolences to Huzen Hagen, on the death of their Emporer. Unfortunately, we are unable to send you a representive to attend his funeral. However, we offer the Young Prince Good luck on his chance to extend the glorest reign of his family over the Great, and Holy, nation of Huzen Hagen.'
Huzen Hagen
18-01-2005, 17:42
bump
Hobbeebia
18-01-2005, 17:54
OOC: future or modern?
The Merchant Guilds
18-01-2005, 18:09
The Shadows wish to give their regrets about the death of the Emperor and wish that his son has such a successful and long reign as his Father has had.

If there is anything we can do to ease the transision of power, please inform us.

Regards,

The Shadows,
Dumpsterdam
18-01-2005, 18:26
Tristam international airport.

The Vulture gunship limped towards the first helicopter pad.

Vulture Alpha from Dumpsterdam calling Tristam international, we request a landing pad. Where here to deliver the delegate for the funeral, please stand ready with medical crews.

Vulture Alpha, this is Tristam tower you are cleared for landing, medical teams will be ready.

The gunship's last remaining engine coughed smoke as the pilot tried to set it down and fumbeld with the only working controlls of his now dead co-pilot.
The craft was riddeld with holes portraying a mirage of weapons fired at it in flight and a large hole marked where an SAM had penetrated but not detonated.

With a cough and a smoke the last engine of the Vulture blew out, a few centimeters above the pad caused it to slump down and after a few seconds the rear ramp and side doors where opened. "We got wounded here! Medic!" A man dressed in a blue uniform shouted to the Huzian medics who rushed into the craft and saw that the floors where covered with blood and half dying soldiers. At the same time a women wearing a Special Operations uniform left the craft via one of the side doors and carefully dodged the medics and went directly to a few Huzian soldiers standing nearby, in particular their captain.

Captain, I am Major DeMarcus of the Dumpsterdanian Special Forces and I am here for the funeral of your Emperor on behalf of the Colonial Goverment. As you can see we had some trouble departing safely but I know you will take care of my men, however. She handed the captain a large brown envelope with a blue wax seal on it. You will find my clearance in here captain, now if you'll excuse me I have to find a certain castle.