[H] Arcane Conclave - Sixth Session 16th January 20:30

The Horde Arcane Conclave



Articles of Interest:

- Sadok's Open Letter to Arcanists of the Horde
- First Session's Minutes - Cleft of Shadow, Orgrimmar
- Second Session's Minutes - Magic Quarter, Undercity
- Third Session's Minutes - Hall of Respite, Silvermoon
- Fourth Session's Minutes - Hall of the Brave, Orgimmar
- Fifth Session's Minutes - Magic Quarter, Undercity
- Kor'kron Missive Concerning the Sixth Session
- Voza's Report, Sixth Session - North Sanctum, Eversong Woods
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When is it?: Wednesday 16th January at 20:30 realmtime.

Where is it?: North Sanctum, Eversong Woods.

What is it?: In short, a gathering of magi/warlocks from the Horde RP community to discuss magical matters and network with one another. Sadok of the Red Blades will be chairing - whilst discussion is intended to be free-flowing and candid, he will attempt to curb any direct hostility.

Who may attend?: Any mage or well-behaved warlock affiliated with the Horde. Suffice to say, Alliance magi won't find a warm reception.

Speaking points for the Sixth Session:
Bring your own topics for discussion as ever! Talking points might include:
- Jade Fist Fallout - The battles in the Jade Forest allowed the Conclave to coordinate militarily for the first time, with arcane-based stratagems pursued. Some were successful, others less so - the Conclave will review this and decide the way forward for future campaigns.
- The Kor'kron and You - The Horde is changing, be it for better or for worse. With a dispute over the use of arcane-based bombs in Jade Forest, and the theft of a powerful frostwyrm heart by a Kor'kron-aligned agent, can the arcanist refuse an order to employ unstable, unethical magics? Should he? And to what extent can non-arcanists in the Kor'kron truly understand the magics they wish others to harness? [Disclaimer: The Horde Arcane Conclave unequivocally supports beloved and glorious Warchief Hellscream - in the interest of loyalty, sedition and dissent will be reported to the relevant authorities.]
- The Kirin Tor and the Horde (holdover from Fifth Session) - With tension still rife in Theramore's aftermath, will the Violet City continue its neutrality, or are the Horde on the precipice of making a new, powerful enemy? ((Given the ambiguity around when the 5.1 Dalaran developments will occur ICly, a speculative and uncertain tone is appreciative.))
- Pandaria and the Arcane (holdover from the Fifth Session) - More knowledge of Pandaria and its races emerges by the day. Do the Southlands hold any new developments for arcanists, be they in new magical cultures, prizeless apocrypha or devastating weapons?

Please contact Sadok ingame for a calendar invite, post in this thread with your mage/warlock's name or send me a PM.

I just might level up my orc mage and bring her along to this.

Your faithful orcish admirer will stand by you!

...please dont open a giant whole into the nether and cause the end of the world.

Nobody likes thats. re-decorating is a pain.

-Your local Friendly Blademaster.

Ofcourse, I will attend. And I will use my influence to bring other sin'dorei and educate you all on the proper use of the arcane.

Sadok's Open Letter to Arcanists of the Horde:

*torn, faded parchment found primarily about the Cleft of Shadow, but also at the Magic Quarter of Undercity and in various Silvermoon libraries - a brief advertisement and a longer letter are included*



"Scattered about the vast dusty libraries and raging battlefields of this world, none have contributed more to the Horde's myriad magical and military advances than its proud Arcanists. Though held in greater esteem amongst the Forsaken and Sin'dorei, those that practise the eldritch arts are still subject to fear and suspicion in the very heart of the Horde, Orgrimmar. Consigned to the Cleft of Shadows amongst the thieves and rogues, it is here we will gather in defiance of those who fail to recognise our place in the Horde - I extend this invitation to arcanists of all Horde-allied peoples, and to both orthodox magi and warlocks of a moderate disposition. Here we will assemble to pool research, exchange precious tomes and reagents, and discuss matters of importance to both mage and warlock.

This Conclave will be founded upon the ethos that the arcane is a means to an end, rather than the end itself - a tool to build cities and a weapon to secure victory. It will be founded upon willing cooperation, mutual respect and ties of blood and honor, rather than violet-hatted banal etiquette and decorum. It will be founded upon equality and egalitarianism rather than absurd hierarchical constructs: mage or warlock, orc or elf, apprentice or Archmage, all will be accorded equal importance in this gathering.

All of you know these intrinsic truths: knowledge is power. With the collective knowledge and expertise of many arcanists gathering together, this Arcane Conclave will achieve far more than the sum of its parts - for the individual pursuits and interests of each arcanist, for the advancement of apprentices and veterans alike, and most importantly... for the Horde!

-Sadok Sharptongue, Thur'ruk and Champion of the Red Blade Tribe."

This is tonight!

20:30 realm time at Orgrimmar's Arcane Enclave.

A screenshot of the event! Thanks for hosting Sadok


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T'was fun indeed!
And I got to try my Forsaken out IC. Not gonna lie, it's a difference, hope I did the Corpsies some justice.
Thanks to Sadok our Chair-Orc for hosting this, looking forward to seeing there will be anything new come Undercity.

I'm gutted I missed it. Looks great, grats Sadok!

I was working, I am ragin' Dave..

Yes, thanks for a great couple of hours. We had, amongst others:
The Mad Goblin Tinker
The Evil Forsaken Warlock
The Pompous Elf Magister
Will be interesting to see how we all get along in the coming months.

Crap, missed it :<

Sonitus wrote:T'was fun indeed!
And I got to try my Forsaken out IC. Not gonna lie, it's a difference, hope I did the Corpsies some justice.
Thanks to Sadok our Chair-Orc for hosting this, looking forward to seeing there will be anything new come Undercity.

Loved this Forsaken! xD

Thanks to all who attended and participated! There was a great variety in the races and character types that turned up, and it kept things lively and interesting. I'll have details of the Second Conclave up in a day or two, along with minutes (in brief) from the first meet!

Until then, thanks again.

Please make a caldendar event for the next one!!

Hello there!

The thread's opening post is updated with details of the Second Session at the Undercity, including Speaking Points. I've also compiled minutes from the First Session below. Enjoy!
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From the notes of New Blood Gorta of the Red Blade Tribe:

The First Session of the Horde Arcane Conclave, held in the Arcane Enclave of Orgrimmar on the twenty-fifth day of the seventh cycle at half-past the eighth horn.

Attendance comprised of (in the spirit of the Conclave, ranks omitted):
- Sadok Sharptongue
- Ilsinea Fireleaf
- Abulos Sunwing
- Siual Greydusk
- Moneyfix Sparks
- Karaga
- Asirael Nightshade
- Solanum Devilsgrave
- Challus Mercer
- Gorta
- Crothu
- Morgeth Feralheart

Discussion:

• Sharptongue asked the various members of the Conclave to introduce themselves, including name, affiliations and arcane specialties.
  It was evident that the Conclave was a stratified gathering of many different arcanists, both racially (five orcs, five Sin’dorei, one Forsaken and one goblin) and magically (many with experience in invocation, a number specializing in abjuration, divination and conjuration, a handful of demonologists). Sharptongue reminded the Conclave that despite their many differences, the only way this union might hold is through mutual respect and egalitarianism.

• The first matter raised concerned the Conclave’s relationship with the Kirin Tor. A number of the gathered (principally Fireleaf and Greydusk) had connections to Dalaran, and spoke of the vast resources the Kirin Tor commanded, both in tomes and in research assets. Mercer expressed the dissenting view that the Conclave should stand alone, and that the Kirin Tor’s neutrality was realpolitik at best - he however admitted that neglecting such resources in a time of war would be foolish. After arriving at a consensus, it was decided that Fireleaf and Mercer would attempt to establish relations with the Kirin Tor, and return to the Conclave with their progress at its Second Session.

• Afterwards, Sharptongue raised a matter of principle - that despite their sometimes vast differences, both magi and warlocks were consigned to the Cleft within Orgrimmar, and that they experienced the same hardships within the city. He proposed that the members of the Conclave attempt to coexist despite their differing backgrounds, and that if any personal or magical dispute flared, it be resolved amicably and painlessly. This matter was received positively by the gathered arcanists.

• Sparks raised a matter of his own - scouting patrols south of the Maelstrom had encountered thick obfuscating effluvium (read: mists) and elevated levels of ley energies. Mercer raised the view that it was likely a dysfunctional ley line in the wake of recent dragon-apocalypse related disturbances around the Maelstrom. Fireleaf queried whether the mist was natural or magic-based, and Sparks resolved to inquire further with his family’s contacts.

• Following Sparks, Mercer raised an issue regarding the location of future sessions of the Conclave. He proposed holding each session at the Arcane Enclave, claiming the gloom favored his lumbago - Fireleaf opposed, stating holding sessions in multiple locations would expand the influence of the Conclave and foster a spirit of equality. A vote was held, with four in favor of holding every session in Orgrimmar, and six in favor of holding sessions in a number of locations (two abstaining). Mercer offered the Magic Quarter of Undercity as a location for the next session, and this was received favorably.

• Mercer also wished to discuss the matter of who should chair the Conclave going forward. Sparks claimed that Sharptongue’s conduct thus far was satisfactory, and that he remain chair - this sentiment was echoed by several others, and a motion of confidence was passed in Sharptongue remaining chair and undisputed arcane dictator of the Horde. [redacted]

• Sunwing spoke next, stating that after a period of turmoil, the Magisters of Silvermoon were once again united. He courteously offered their services to any wishing aid in arcane-related matters.

• Devilsgrave raised a matter of his own, wishing to coordinate the Conclave’s efforts to pool resources and share research during and between sessions. He spoke of recent advancements and new techniques that might be tested. Feralheart queried whether these new techniques concerned orthodox arcane or demonology (using less than diplomatic language to compare said techniques to shooting fel ejaculate into the faces of the Convocation) - Devilsgrave clarified, claiming it referred to demonology but that new techniques were being developed in all areas of magic.

• Sparks raises a final matter, querying the relationship between the Conclave’s internal rules and Horde laws, and whether the Conclave should assert its own magical laws. Sharptongue spoke candidly, claiming that in his opinion the Conclave was cooperative rather than authoritarian, and that any attempt to police magic inside or outside of the Conclave’s immediate influence would both be ineffective and distract from its other functions.

• There were no further matters, and the session was adjourned, to be reconvened next cycle at the Magic Quarter of the Undercity.

Expansive!

KT would kick your ass! Only one way to sort this... QUIDDITCH!!!

Sadok wrote:Feralheart queried whether these new techniques concerned orthodox arcane or demonology (using less than diplomatic language to compare said techniques to shooting fel ejaculate into the faces of the Convocation)

Thanks for adding that one ;D

You have chosen an awful day! That is the busiest weekend for fests in England and also the release date for preordered Guild Wars 2!

Damn it, Sadok!!!

EDIT: I thought that said "eigth cycle" NEVERMIND!

lol, guild wars.

Vaell wrote:You have chosen an awful day! That is the busiest weekend for fests in England and also the release date for preordered Guild Wars 2!

I can't speak for the stuff in England. But GW2 pre-buying headstart starts 3 days before release, which is the 25th august, not the 22nd. Just wanted to clarify.

Quite upset I didn't jump in on this on my zombie mage! D:

Muzjhath wrote:

Vaell wrote:You have chosen an awful day! That is the busiest weekend for fests in England and also the release date for preordered Guild Wars 2!

I can't speak for the stuff in England. But GW2 pre-buying headstart starts 3 days before release, which is the 25th august, not the 22nd. Just wanted to clarify.

held in the Arcane Enclave of Orgrimmar on the twenty-fifth day of the seventh cycle at half-past the eighth horn.
twenty-fifth day

I can't speak for stuff outside England but twenty-fifth = 25th in English.
(And before you say; "That said first!" - It is the reason I said "Nevermind, I misread.")