[Riconus Xind'ell]

TimestampBrightening 14 of the Second Cycle of Kalendryas, Winter, Era XV Post Fractum

A messenger covered in a heavy black robe approached the front entrance of the Academy, carrying with him the following missive.

Secrets : To the Master of the Barony of D'Rinishad From the Master of the Earldom of Xind'ell Faust, my dear friend, Indeed, it has been far too long since we met last, and I can only hope that such won't be so for much longer. You have my sincerest gratitude for your kind words, and I hope that once this whole situation can be clarified, I can declare to the citizens of Portshire your condolences and good faith. Certainly, I cannot begin to imagine you doing such an unspeakable action, for I know you to be far too diplomatic and intelligent. The words that you promise to me, combined with your influence within Har'oloth, make it hard to consider the initial implications of your city's involvement. Of coarse, you must understand that all possible clues into the origin of the attack had to be investigated. The Herald seems to have jumped the gun in their assumptions, charging hard into a breaking story without knowing every factor and detail. However, that very media outlet - whose article is currently spiralling my city into a race war - can also be used to revert the blame back to the true attackers... which is why I think you need to be made aware of something. By now, I assume you have been told by your kinsmen of an anonymous individual that has requested a meeting with the Masters of House Kitrye'veresi, as well as those from Houses Chaos Dawn and Embracing Oblivion. I would highly recommend you be present for that meeting, and hope you can encourage the other Lords & Ladies of your House to attend as well. The meeting is being held in neutral territory, and I give you my word as a long-time friend that the safety of all Har'oloth leaders will be secure. I cannot begin to express to you how important this meeting will be, for it will certainly garauntee an untold degree of glory for both Portshire and Har'oloth, as well as bring the true conceivers of this attack to swift justice. I hope to see you again very soon, Faust, but in the meanwhile, I shall pray for your good health and happiness. Yours Respectfully, Sir Riconus Xind'ell, Earl of Portshire