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Transmission from the Holy Imperial Ministry of Diplomacy
Holy Empire of Rathanan

To: All Christian nations
From: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan

Greetings, Christian brothers and sisters of the world! The Holy Empire of Rathanan would like to invite all Christian nations to the first Christian Brotherhood Feast in the Holy Imperial Palace in Saint Alexander City. Food, drink, fellowship, and worship will all be plentiful during this gathering in hopes that we can create stronger bonds in the spirit of Christian unity in a world darkened by sin, death, and the Devil.

We ask that all interested nations RSVP so we may prepare accordingly.

Gloria in excelsis Deo!

Guest List

1. Volzgrad
2. Auoul
3. RyanBrum
4. Twelve Tolvan Delegates
5. Emperatium Drakonicum
6. New Haven (Kirav)
7. Lord Samguy

Official Communique from the Volzgradien Government

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan
From: President Vasili Kavinkov

It is heartening to see that there are still loyal servants of the Lord in this dark world. My entourage and I would be honored if we could attend this banquet. In this dark and gloomy world, it is always nice to have a little Christian fellowship.

Also, the nation of Volzgrad would like congratulate the nation of Rathanan for it's humility and for being a bastion of Christianity. Almost all Volzgradiens are steadfast Roman Catholics.

Official Communique from the Volzgradien Government

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan
From: President Vasili Kavinkov

It is heartening to see that there are still loyal servants of the Lord in this dark world. My entourage and I would be honored if we could attend this banquet. In this dark and gloomy world, it is always nice to have a little Christian fellowship.

Also, the nation of Volzgrad would like congratulate the nation of Rathanan for it's humility and for being a bastion of Christianity. Almost all Volzgradiens are steadfast Roman Catholics.


To: President Vasili Kavinkov
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

We are pleased to hear that you are coming and we welcome you with open arms. Regrettably we've had a rocky relationship with the Roman Catholic Church since our schism with the Roman Empire during the reign of Julian the Apostate. Holy Emperor Severus, however (with the backing of the High Council of the Church of Rathanan), has invested considerable time trying to repair this relationship in order to promote Christian unity.

((Fyi, The Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan is totally separate from the Roman Catholic Church... In fact, it's closer to Greek Orthodoxy than to Roman Catholicism.))

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan
From: The Highest Prophet Vadann Crown

I was beginning to fear that my Theocracy was the only Bastion of the Lord upon the world's face. I am happy to see that is not the case. To most nations in this time, God has seemed to disappear. I and my people know that is false, a reason why we would like to enjoy this "Christian Brotherhood Feast". Roman Catholiscism was recently abolished in Auoul to be replaced by the Divine Church of Auoul. This new Christian order, as some religious analysist experts would prepose, is a mix between Catholiscism, Protestantism, and Eastern Orthodoxy. We hope that the current divisions of the Universal Church do not bind you from accepting us.

-In the Glorious Truth of Our Savior that We Share,
Highest Prophet Vadann Crown
Supreme Ruler of Auoul

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan
From: The Highest Prophet Vadann Crown

I was beginning to fear that my Theocracy was the only Bastion of the Lord upon the world's face. I am happy to see that is not the case. To most nations in this time, God has seemed to disappear. I and my people know that is false, a reason why we would like to enjoy this "Christian Brotherhood Feast". Roman Catholiscism was recently abolished in Auoul to be replaced by the Divine Church of Auoul. This new Christian order, as some religious analysist experts would prepose, is a mix between Catholiscism, Protestantism, and Eastern Orthodoxy. We hope that the current divisions of the Universal Church do not bind you from accepting us.

-In the Glorious Truth of Our Savior that We Share,
Highest Prophet Vadann Crown
Supreme Ruler of Auoul

To: Highest Prophet Vandann Crown
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

We welcome you whole heartedly to the Christian Brotherhood Feast. There has been much division in the history of the Church... Though we are not one in body, we are one in spirit. The Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan is actually the result of schism with the Roman Catholic Church as well. What are we if not hypocrites we deny you access since our churches are similiar in origin?

We look forward to seeing you there.

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan

From: King Ryan
Hello my brother in Christ. My nation endorses most forms of Christianity and I am glad you are trying to bring together the Nation's of God into one place. I, King Ryan, will attend.

With thanks to you and Jesus the Lord,
Ryan

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan

From: King Ryan
Hello my brother in Christ. My nation endorses most forms of Christianity and I am glad you are trying to bring together the Nation's of God into one place. I, King Ryan, will attend.

With thanks to you and Jesus the Lord,
Ryan


To: King Ryan
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

We are most pleased that you shall attend the Christian Brotherhood Feast. May God bless you and your nation and we look forward to seeing you there.

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan

From: Dr. Terrance Chang, Executive Director, Commonwealth Council of Churchs

RE: Christian Brotherhood Feast

Greetings Brother,

The Commonwealth of Tolvan prides itself on complete freedom of religion and thus our government is completely secular (though 90% of our vitizens and virtually all of our leaders profess Christianity as their religion). As a result Tolvan is unable to formally send representatives to this gathering, however I have been requested to lead a Tolvanic delegation to this Feast to foster ties between the Commonwealth and our fellow Believers abroad. If you will allow our participation we will send a delegation of twelve leaders from several denominations to take part in this celebration. In addition the most successful Christian band in the Commonwealth, Potter's Hand, has offered provide music for this gathering.

I await your reply.

Yours in Christ,
Dr. Terrance Chang

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan

From: Dr. Terrance Chang, Executive Director, Commonwealth Council of Churchs

RE: Christian Brotherhood Feast

Greetings Brother,

The Commonwealth of Tolvan prides itself on complete freedom of religion and thus our government is completely secular (though 90% of our vitizens and virtually all of our leaders profess Christianity as their religion). As a result Tolvan is unable to formally send representatives to this gathering, however I have been requested to lead a Tolvanic delegation to this Feast to foster ties between the Commonwealth and our fellow Believers abroad. If you will allow our participation we will send a delegation of twelve leaders from several denominations to take part in this celebration. In addition the most successful Christian band in the Commonwealth, Potter's Hand, has offered provide music for this gathering.

I await your reply.

Yours in Christ,
Dr. Terrance Chang

To: Dr. Terrance Chang
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

While your delegates are welcome to attend, we must respectfully decline your offer for the band to play during the Feast. While we applaud the fact that they make music to the Lord, most of the music will take place within the worship services where all music is either hymn or chant and the Feast itself is more of a formal affair. Despite that, we DO invite Potter's Hand to tour within the Holy Empire at some point as contemporary Christian music is catching on with much of Rathanan's youth.

We simply impress upon these twelve delgates that they realize that many of the discussions that take place at this feast will be primarily aimed at creating stronger ties at the government level.

OOC: Since we are trying to promote friendships with Christian nations, check this thread (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=561956) out.

Also I have created an alliance called (in honor of this thread) the Christian Brotherhood. For those who want to join but cannot get their region to join you may come here (http://www.nationstates.net/44596/page=display_region/region=the_christian_brotherhood).

((Bump, I'll begin the actual Feast when there's enough people to make it semi-interesting))

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From the Holy and Glorious Empire of Emperatium Drakonicum

To the Holy Empire of Rathanan,

Dear brothers in Christ, we would be very glad to attend your celebration of brotherhood in Christ. Though there is a seperation of Church and State amongst our people, many of us are Christian. We are composed of many different denominations, but I hope that this will not impede the progress of our fellowship. I pray that you recieve this message in the best of health.

Pax Omnes et Valete,
Your brothers and sisters in Christ our Lord.

To: Ti. Lucius Severus
From: Lord Frostfield, Governor of New Haven

Greetings. I am Lord Frostfield, Governor of the Christian Colony of New Haven. We are a Kiravian colony for Protestant Christians. Christianity is the largest, but not the majority or official religion in the Empire as a whole. I would like to attend this feast to build relations with our Christian bretheren in the rest of the world. I would also like to bring Father Alban Tolmec of St. Francis Xavier, and Governor Kelbin Intærmec of Sorvrina. St. Francis Xavier is a Catholic colony, and Sovrinia is a colony for Liberal, Unitarian, New Age, Universalist, Humanist, and other such Christians.

We look forward to the food, drink, and conversation that you have provided.

To: From the Holy and Glorious Empire of Emperatium Drakonicum
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

We are pleased to hear that you will be attending the Christian Brotherhood Feast. The Holy Emperor looks forward to seeing you there and wishes God's blessings be upon you.

___________________________________________


To: Lord Frostfield, Governor of New Haven
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

We are pleased to hear that you will be attending the Christian Brotherhood Feast. The Holy Emperor looks forward to seeing you there and wishes God's blessings upon you.

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To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan
From: The Rt. Reverend George Claxton, Archishop of Sumguaia, Chairman of the Abrahamic Legaue High Council.

I find this gathering that you are hosting to be most intriguing, my good sirs. While the League does and always will support complete religious tolerance and seperation of church and state, we nonetheless welcome an event of brotherhood that may foster co-operation and benefit for humanity as a whole through the faith in the Almighty that we share. It is my wish to attend as a representative of the Abrahamic League. The Hegemon, himself a priest of the Sumguaian Episcopal Church, sends his regards with regret that he is unable to attend, being currently otherwise occupied with matters of state.

Several members of the League's high council have also shown interest in attending this event, are Jews and Muslims permitted to be in attendance as observers?

I eagerly await your reply.
The Rt. Rev. George Claxton
Archbishop of Sumguaia
Chairman of the Abrahamic League High Council
Commander-In-Cheif of Abrahamic League military forces

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan
From: President Nathaniel Klein of the Republic of Parilisa

Dear Sir,
I am not a Christian, and precious few of my nation are. We suffered greatly under dictatorship from men who called themselves Christian for too long. However, we feel the need to reconcile with the one true Chhurch of Christ, may I (and my Religious advisor) be permitted to attend?

Faithfuly,
N. Klein

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To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan
From: The Rt. Reverend George Claxton, Archishop of Sumguaia, Chairman of the Abrahamic Legaue High Council.

I find this gathering that you are hosting to be most intriguing, my good sirs. While the League does and always will support complete religious toolerance and seperation of church and state, we nonetheless welcome an event of brotherhood that may foster co-operation and benefit for humanity as a whole through the faith in the Almighty that we share. It is my wish to attend as a representative of the Abrahamic League. The Hegemon, himself a priest of the Sumguaian Episcopal Church, sends his regards with regret that he is unable to attend, being currently otherwise occupied with matters of state.

Several members of the League's high council have also shown interest in attending this event, are Jews and Muslims permitted to be in attendance as observers?

I eagerly await your reply.
The Rt. Rev. George Claxton
Archbishop of Sumguaia
Chairman of the Abrahamic League High Council

To: Rt. Rev. George Claxton
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

With respect, Jews and Muslims are not welcome at the Christian Brotherhood Feast. Due to uncertainty about the Abrahamic League, the Holy Emperor and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan have asked that you complete the following questions before a decision is made.

1. Do you believe that Jesus Christ is the only begotten son of God?

2. Do you confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour?

3. Do you confess that Jesus Christ is both true God and true man?

4. Do you confess that Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are three and one?

5. Do you confess the Apostles, Nicene, and Athanasian Creeds?

6. Do you believe that the Holy Bible is the true and inspired word of God?


Simply answer the questions with, "I do" or "I do not." Understand, we mean no disrespect by this, but the Abrahamic League sounds almost Unitarian based on first impressions. Answer our questions and we will give you an answer asap.

To: Ti. Lucius Severus, Holy Emperor of Rathanan; Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan; and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan
From: President Nathaniel Klein of the Republic of Parilisa

Dear Sir,
I am not a Christian, and precious few of my nation are. We suffered greatly under dictatorship from men who called themselves Christian for too long. However, we feel the need to reconcile with the one true Chhurch of Christ, may I (and my Religious advisor) be permitted to attend?

Faithfuly,
N. Klein

To: President Nathaniel Klein
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

While we welcome the opportunity to reconcile with the Church at a later date, this is a meeting for Christian leaders only... This Feast is primarily geared towards bringing Christian leaders and nations closer together through fellowship rather than meetings.

Contact us again afterwards and the Holy Emperor has agreed to welcome you as a personal guest to reconcile with the Church.

To: Rt. Rev. George Claxton
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

With respect, Jews and Muslims are not welcome at the Christian Brotherhood Feast. Due to uncertainty about the Abrahamic League, the Holy Emperor and the High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan have asked that you complete the following questions before a decision is made.

1. Do you believe that Jesus Christ is the only begotten son of God?

2. Do you confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour?

3. Do you confess that Jesus Christ is both true God and true man?

4. Do you confess that Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are three and one?

5. Do you confess the Apostles, Nicene, and Athanasian Creeds?

6. Do you believe that the Holy Bible is the true and inspired word of God?


Simply answer the questions with, "I do" or "I do not." Understand, we mean no disrespect by this, but the Abrahamic League sounds almost Unitarian based on first impressions. Answer our questions and we will give you an answer asap.

To: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan
From: The Rt. Reverend George Claxton, Archishop of Sumguaia, Chairman of the Abrahamic Legaue High Council

The Abrahamaic League is not a church. It is an international charity and military organization comprised of christians, muslims, and jews devoted to promoting liberty, religious tolerance, and combatting the tyranny of men in all forms through both humanitarian works and forceful intervention. I am an Archbishop of the Sumguaian Episcopal Church.

In response to your questions:

1. Do you believe that Jesus Christ is the only begotten son of God?

I do.

2. Do you confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour?

I do.

3. Do you confess that Jesus Christ is both true God and true man?

I do.

4. Do you confess that Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are three and one?

I do.

5. Do you confess the Apostles, Nicene, and Athanasian Creeds?

I do.

6. Do you believe that the Holy Bible is the true and inspired word of God?

I do.

OOC: current League membership = approx. 186 million members of civilian wing, 14 million members of military wing.

To: President Nathaniel Klein
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan

While we welcome the opportunity to reconcile with the Church at a later date, this is a meeting for Christian leaders only... This Feast is primarily geared towards bringing Christian leaders and nations closer together through fellowship rather than meetings.

Contact us again afterwards and the Holy Emperor has agreed to welcome you as a personal guest to reconcile with the Church.

To:Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan
From:Presidnet Nathaniel Klein

Many thanks, kind sir.

To: The Rt. Reverend George Claxton, Archishop of Sumguaia, Chairman of the Abrahamic Legaue High Council
From: Q. Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy for the Holy Empire of Rathanan AND The High Council of the Holy Catholic Church of Rathanan

Upon review of your confessions we hereby welcome you to the Christian Brotherhood Feast. The Holy Emperor looks forward to meeting you and may God bless you.

((Bump))

(OOC: Do we have enough to start? Or should we get some more?)

((This should be enough))

Saint Alexander City, Rathanan

The morning sun glistened across the surface of the Holy Imperial Palace. Holy Emperor Tiberius Lucius Severus awoke and stretched, today was the day. A good amount of VIP's from other countries would be coming to Rathanan today.

"I suppose we'll see how well recieved our invitation was." He said to himself as he stepped into the shower. Lucius stood under the stream of warm water for several minutes before finally shutting it off.

As he dressed himself, he couldn't help but worry about the possible outcomes of this meeting.

Everyone could end up bickering so much that no one comes home happy... He thought to himself. Oh well, never know until you try.

As he finished brushing his hair, the Holy Emperor sat down at his desk to get some work done before the Feast began.

___________________

Outside, throughout Saint Alexander City (especially around the Palace District and the Cathedral Square), decorations were being placed very efficiently. Rathani banners (the flag emblem) were hung from numerous buildings, statues were washed, not a spec of trash could be found on the streets, and festival arrangments were set up all over the place (it's as much a festival for the people of Rathanan as the Emperor and guests).

Inside the Holy Imperial Palace, gourmet chefs were found preparing the finest quality Rathani lamb, bread, vegetables, and wine for the Holy Emperor and his guests to partake of.

At Saint Alexander International Airport, welcoming committees were set up at the exit and Urban Cohorts (police) swarmed the area. Even the airport seemed decorated in a way that was most impressive.

All of Saint Alexander City seemed nothing but festive in mood and powerful in appearance.

((OOC: May I send my delegate by plane? If so I will post in a moment.))

((That's how they're primarily supposed to arrive)

The Royal Airliner entered Rathanan airspace. It was the pride and joy of aircraft engineers back in RyanBrum. It landed on the airstrip provided. The King himself, also the very founder of the Church of Christ in RyanBrum, stepped off the ramp of his plane, unaccompanied by guards of any kind. He felt safe here. Now he awaited further instructions....

The Minister of Diplomacy, Quintus Octavius Lepidus, was waiting for the first arrival personally. He grinned when he saw the King exit the aircraft and met him at the bottom of the stairs.

"Good to finally meet you, I am Quintus Octavius Lepidus, Minister of Diplomacy." He said with a grin as he shook the King's hand. "Please follow these Urban Cohorts and they will take you to your car." He gestured towards two policemen dressed in class-A uniforms.

The two policemen led the King and his bodyguards to a limosine with the door wide open, waiting for them to enter.

The streets on the way to the Holy Imperial Palace were very well decorated, giant Rathani banners were hung from several buildings and city employees were throwing rose petals from the tops of several more buildings to add to the welcome.

The Holy Imperial Palace itself was impressive, to say the least. The building is several stories high and is obviously extremely old due to its architecture. The large front gates swing open for the limo, allowing it to pass through a long line of well dressed Praetorian and into a garage underneath the palace. From there, the King and his bodyguards were guided to a very ornate lounge area.

"This is where the guests are to wait until everyone arrives, the Holy Emperor shall be here shortly." One of the Praetorian said as he bowed to the King.

This was the day. A very important day for the Highest Prophet and Auoul as a whole. Vadann Crown had just woken up from the enormous silk bed that had taken up just about all of his bedroom. Everything in his residence was unimaginable. His followers treated him as the Son of God, or rather, the Son of Christ. No, he was just a great prophet. At least, that's what Vadann had been telling himself for the last six years. He was either lying to himself which had replaced the truth, telling the truth, or he was crazy. Figuring it was the second is what let him carry on each day.

But this was not the average day for the Patriarch of the Divine Church of Auoul. Vadann was leaving to another country for a Christian feast. He hadn't left the country, let alone the palace, ever since his inauguration which had taken place half a dozen years ago. As a matter of fact, citizens had begun to worry that their Highest Prophet was no longer alive, and another had received his identity. That would all change.

Soon it was time to leave. Vadann was clad in a dark robe, a crimson cross tipping from the neck to the bottom on both sides. The finest jewels of Auoul inlaid his collar. The clothing completely contradicted the innocent face, light blonde beard, and equally blonde hair. As for preparations, Crown had ordered his brother to come shortly before his departure.

"Lord Prophet, why have you called me?" Victor Crown, the Lord High Bishop, asked.

"As you know, and hopefully have informed the population, I am leaving for the Christian Brotherhood Feast. I would have wanted you to attend, but I need you here...to govern Auoul." Although somewhat sour, the words were some of the sweetest Victor had heard in years. He would rule Auoul until his brother returned! This was victory at its fullest.

"Lord Prophet, I..I am most thankful," Victor Crown half stuttered-half exclaimed. "May the Great God bless you and make your excursions very fruitful."

"May God do the same for you, brother." And so, the leader of Auoul left from his palace with a few of the trusted members of his church staff: Rikard Leous, George Vies, and James Nhiaron.

If there was any greater celebration in history, it would have been the Biblical Palm Sunday. People screamed their lungs out as their beloved ruler trotted out of his palace. One quarter of the military had been called in to handle the crowds. People had come from across the nation to witness this; even though it was futile to actually see the Highest Prophet, gatherings had set up around the city's perimeter. This day had been declared a national holiday.

Vadann just waved to his followers, nothing more, nothing less as he slowly walked, surrounded by a mixture of church leaders and security guards. In fact, some people fainted at his sight. The Highest Prophet could not believe how much his people loved him. One hundred million people later, the group came to the airport.

"Lord Most High Prophet, this is our plane," James Nhiaron proudly declared, standing at the entry of what looked like a jumbo jet on a few kilograms of steroids.

"Quite big, isn't it now, James. Hardly humble at all." Noticing this fault, the once proud face of Nhiaron fell downcast. His leader was right.

"I'm..so sorry..I just thought-"

"I was only joking, of course." Vadann's words turned that frown upside down, as well as ending the conversation.
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God's Juggernaut was exactly where it was supposed to be within several hours. Highest Prophet Vadann had gathered-well, got George Vies to gather- his belongings as they exited the plane. Everybody, especially Vadann, desperately wanted this meeting to strengthen the bonds of Christian everywhere.

Quintus Octavius Lepidus, the Rathani Minister of Diplomacy, chuckled to himself when he saw the large jet from Auoul land at Saint Alexander International. As soon as the High Prophet got off the plane, Lepidus met him and shook hands and sent him on the same route he sent King Ryan of RyanBaum. Eventually, the High Prophet arrived in the elaborate lounge where King Ryan was waiting as well...

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Holy Imperial Palace, Imperial Bedroom

The Holy Emperor groaned as his clothier went through thousands of different sets of clothes.

"Fulvia, I'm just going to wear my usual uniform." The Holy Emperor growled.

"Fine! Your mother is the one who hired me to keep you decently dressed, your Highness... If you have issues, talk to her." The clothier responded, obviously offended that the Holy Emperor didn't like any of the outfits she put together.

After the Fashion Queen, as Holy Emperor Severus called her, left the room, Lucius pulled on a white, class-A military uniform. It was tradition for the Emperor to wear a special military uniform to all formal events. This tradition annoyed the Holy Emperor's mother and sisters to no end, but tradition is tradition.

____________________

As soon as he was dressed, the Holy Emperor made his way to the waiting lounge where he met the High Prophet and King Ryan.

"Good day, friends, I am Holy Emperor Severus, but you can call me Lucius." He said as he shook both their hands. "We will simply wait here until all the guests arrive then the festivities shall commence, my chefs are cooking us a splendid meal." He added with a grin as he found a seat and sat down.

A small private jet paid for by the Pan-Christian Assembly of Kirav landed in Rathanan.

Onboard were Lord Frostfield, a Methodist preacher and Governor of New Haven, Fr. Veritas Navikur, a Chrurch of Kirav bishop, and Kelbin Intærmec, a colonial politician and a Unitarian Christian pastor. Unfortunately, Fr. Tolmec, the Catholic, was called upon to celebrate a funeral mass.

They had, of course, come to attend the Christian Brotherhood Feast. All three men came from different theological schools of thought. Frostfield did not consider Intærmec to be a Christian, but was keeping his mouth shut for now. Intærmec rejected many of the beliefs of both other men, but was likewise remaining silent on te topic. Navikur thought that both were correct in their own ways, and knew that they were coming in the sake of ecumenism. You can guess who was constantly sterring the subject away from sermons and onto fieldball.

Q. Octavius Lepidus met the representatives from Kirav with his usual cheshire grin. "Good day, gentlemen, I am Minister Quintus Octavius Lepidus, these gentlemen will take your bags." Octavius muttered something in Latin and snapped his fingers at two young interns in suits. "Please, follw these fine young gentlemen to your car." He added as he shook their hands.

After a car ride through the festive streets of Saint Alexander City they arrived at the lounge where the Holy Emperor and the others were waiting.

"Good day, gentlemen... I trust your ride was comfortable?" The Holy Emperor asked as he shook their hands. "I am Holy Emperor Severus... I am most pleased to meet with you all."

The Kiravians bowed, and then responded, "It certainly was, sir. It is an honour to be here."

Then, because a one-liner would be unnacpetable, Lord Frostfield added, "Sèr Emperor, your welcoming party was quite helpful in getting us here.

"Think nothing of it, Lord Frostfield." The Holy Emperor responded with a smile. "Please, sit down." He added as he gestured towards some very comfortable looking chairs. "So, what do you think of Rathanan based on what you've seen so far?" He asked he clipped the end of a cigar off and lit it up. "The people of Rathanan always love to make celebrations very lavish... That's why all the banners and other decorations are everywhere... I simply give the people what they want." He said as he took a puff on his cigar. "I decided to make this a holiday for all of Rathanan... I always hate to enjoy a celebration when my people can't... The only celebrations that are generally more lavish than this are Christmas and Easter." He remarked. "But listen to me, babbling about decor and festivals like a woman... Can I get you gentlemen anything? Some wine, an appetizer, maybe a few cigars?"

Saint Alexander City, Rathanan

The chartered Commonwealth Aerospace VC-37 touched down on the tarmac nearly ninety minutes behind schedule, the plane had been forces to detour around some nasty weather on its way in. Once the plane had taxied clear of the runway the disembarkment ramp was lowered and the twelve members of the Tolvanic delegation filed out led by Dr. Chang and Bishop Stephen Simons of the Tolvanic Catholic Church. Chang looked around for the most senior member of the welcoming party and extended his hand.

"Hello, I am Dr. Terrance Chang of the Tolvanic Council of Churchs."

Quintus Octavius Lepidus shook Doctor Chang's hand and grinned. "Quintus Octavius Lepidus, I believe we spoke via transmission when you responded to the invitation." He said as he snapped his fingers at two more aids to pick up the two men's luggage. "Follow these fine gentlemen... They will take you to your car and from there you shall meet with the Holy Emperor himself." He said gesturing for the two men to follow his aides. "I shall be in and out throughout, duty calls but I like to have a presence at diplomatic meetings too." He added with a grin.

About twenty minutes later, the Tolvan emissaries were met by the Holy Emperor himself in the lounge area where they were waiting. "Good to meet you, gentlemen... I am Holy Emperor Tiberius Lucius Severus." He said as he shook their hands. "Please, sit down... How was your trip?" He asked as he guided them towards two very comfortable looking seats.

Saint Alexander City, Rathanan

Chang sat on the rather large sofa. "Our trip was most comfortable Sir, aside from a bit of inclement weather that forced to detour along the way. I must say your city has been most impressive thus far."

OOC: is it too late to rsvp. .hehe ...anyway ..i'lll just assume that it is still open ..
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a day ago ...

To the Holy Emperor;

Re: Invitation to the Christian Feast
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Peace and honour be with you. May the spirit of peace and liberty forever grace your lands.

We would be pleased if the Empire would accept this RSVP informing you of our request in joining the feast in order to strengthen the ties between Christian nations. Though the Empire of Avarahn is not a christian nation, it has a following of many Christians , especially Catholics. We hope that we would be able to join you for the betterment of our international relations for our nations and our churches.

Thank you.


Note: Our delegation would contain 7 people if accepted.


Sincerely and with kind regards,

Matthew Nomonie Devout De Lafvre,
Earl Twin Peaks,
Imperial Representative of the Emperor to the Catholic Church,
Empire of Avarahn.

also known as;

His Excellency the Bishop Apostle of the Church of Penlouvre,
The Apostles' Church of the Empire of Avarahn,
Empire of Avarahn.



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"Aut inveniam, aut faciam"