King of the Mushan 33 Posted January 28, 2018 (edited) The Azeroth Times Edition III By Trix Paperwrench, Editor-In-Chief, and T&P Publishing Main Story: King Anduin Wrynn Considering Good Will Summit By Percival Shockscribe - A recent announcement from the Chief Administrator's Office in Stormwind Keep explained that King Wrynn is considering a "Good Will Summit" between Alliance and Horde Officials. This announcement comes following a series of events that have increased tensions between the two factions, from General Karl Dogg's recent book, to the Horde Military Overhaul, climaxing with a still-mysterious naval skirmish off the coast of Val'Sharah. The Chief Administrator's Office of Stormwind released an announcement this Wednesday that declared that King Anduin Wrynn is "Considering a way to ease tensions and rebuild strong ties with the Horde through a Good Will Summit." The Summit in question has not been clearly defined, but when the Azeroth Times Reporters sat down with Chief Administrator Ron Jason, he had some answers to a few of our questions. "The King has talked extensively with his advisers about this summit, and certain details have been clearly outlined. For example, the summit will take place on neutral soil, likely somewhere in Northern Pandaria, under watch of the neutral and vigilant Shado-Pan. Furthermore, the King himself plans to attend, and other Alliance leaders have secured their spots at the summit. We have yet to contact anyone from the Horde government, but we are likely to bridge the gap and plan the event in the next few days. We at the keep are hopeful that Warchief Windrunner will be open to our attempts at continued coexistence." The people are saying that Horde and Alliance tensions are as high as they've been since the Siege of Orgrimmar, when a rickety treaty was signed to ensure as little undue bloodshed as possible. That document, the "Hellscream Accord" has kept the Alliance and Horde from declaring all-out war on each other, but the terms of the contract have been vague enough to allow the occasional brief skirmish and struggle for territory on a few occasions. The Accord is not set to expire for another two years, but both factions have come dangerously close to violating the agreement, which would likely lead to a declaration of war. The Azeroth Times believes it is reasonable to assume that this summit may involve discussions as to the state of the Hellscream Accord The future of this summit is uncertain, but The Azeroth Times will keep readers updated. News from the Alliance: Arctech Inventor's Expo Fast Approaching By Leonard Freeman - It's almost that time of year again! Yes, as we exit January and enter February, we approach that moment of the year that draws Azeroth's most creative and inventive minds: The Arctech Inventor's Expo. Held annually in the Stormwind Harbor, the Expo began as a mainstage on which Wendel Thundrus would gather fans of his Arctech brand and announce their next projects. However, as the Arctech Expo began attracting more up-and-coming inventors to showcase their own creations, Thundrus shifted the focus onto them, changing the name to the Arctech Inventor's Expo. Every year, his Board of Trustees picks three top inventions of the year, as well as two Honorable Mentions, and Wendel gives his own Choice Award to whomever he deems most worthy. This year, more than 50 inventors have signed up for inclusion at the Expo, and Thundrus himself had taken to the media to promote it. He sat down with the Azeroth Times to answer a few questions. When asked about this year's turnout, Wendel replied, "Och, it's incredible, ain't it? The first Expo I held, it was only me, and a handful of fans. The next year, we had two, maybe three people showing off their own works. By year five, I called it the Inventor's Expo, and let them take the stage. That year there were twelve of them. This year, there are fifty-three. It's insane." When asked about Arctech's involvement in this year's Expo, Wendel replied, "Oh, I don't want to take away from the Inventor's, but Arctech has been working on something very special over the past year. Something we're eager to show the world, something that I believe could change the face of Azeroth. I'm afraid that's all I can say, but don't worry, you'll see more soon enough." The Azeroth Times plans to have total coverage of the Expo and it will be published in next week's edition. News from the Horde: Baine Bloodhoof Decrees Golden Plains to be Protected Site By Tanug Widehorn - Chieftain Baine Bloodhoof has decreed on Thursday that the Golden Plains region of Mulgore, between Thunder Bluff and the sacred Red Rocks is now a protected natural site. This declaration comes following a mission statement by the Venture Trading Company exclaiming their intent to spread their mining operation north of its current location, dangerously close to the sacred Shu-halo Burial Grounds. The decree carries with it the guarantee that the area will not be settled by any race until such a time as the decree is revoked. In a statement to the public, Bloodhoof credited this decision to "Attempting to dissuade the ever-daring Venture Trading Company from overstepping their already thin boundaries", and he made a point of saying that "If any race, or independent organization, defies this decree against the wishes of the Bloodhoof Tribe and its Chieftain, they will be subject to swift, sudden, and merciless punishment". When asked by the Azeroth Times if he would ever consider military action against unwanted settlers, Chieftain Bloodhoof replied "It is a discourse I would like to avoid at all costs, but these are our lands. We have given much for them, and even more to protect them. I am not about to stop." Razdunk, Mogul, Owner, and Operator of the Venture Company, told the Azeroth Times "I said what I said, and I'm going to stand by it. The Venture is Company will not be deterred from their actions by the threats of a flea-ridden cow like Bloodhoof". Razdunk's words heavily indicate that conflict is sure to arise in the area of Eastern Mulgore. For now, though, things seem calm. News from the World: Brewery Merger in Pandaria Opens new Opportunities By Shen Dao - Years of competition and complications, two of the most polarizing Breweries in Pandaria have made a surprising merger. This announcement comes following a meeting between Kao Shenjung and Jendo Stoutbelly. The new Brewery will be built up the river from the Stormstout Brewery, in the Valley of the Four Winds, and promises a new place of work and leisure for both the Alliance and Horde. The Shenjung Brothers, Kao and Lung, founded their Brewery in the Northern Jade Forest nearly 60 years ago, and it has become one of the most popular breweries in Northern and Eastern Pandaria. When the Horde arrived in the Forest, the Shenjung's agreed to support their war effort in return for safety, and have since been considered a Horde-Affiliated business. A similar story goes for the Stoutbelly Brewery in southern Krasarang Wilds, that gave themselves to the Alliance and sullied their reputation in the process. The two Breweries are looking to regain lost ground and reassert their businesses on a global scale by merging, and founding the Blue And Red Brewery in the Valley of the Four Winds. They hope that this merger will open more cross-faction cooperation, and offer jobs for both Alliance and Horde. The Blue And Red Brewery has been congratulated by King Anduin Wrynn and Warchief Sylvanas Windrunner. Battle Ball Winter Season News: The Sen'Jin Witch Doctors have been Terminated By Chet Gordon - Before we get into the scores this week, we must cover a very important story about the Battle Ball League: This story comes concerning a release by the High Commissioner's Office that claimed that "The Sen'Jin Witch Doctors have been Terminated from the Horde Minor League and had their Team License revoked following an investigation into alleged on-field hexing taking place during Witch Doctor games that was proven by the Darkspear Authorities". This comes with troubling implications for the rest of the season in the Horde Minor League, as the season will have to continue to its conclusion with only four participant teams, which is likely to scew the scoring process. Following the end of the season there will be a period in which aspiring teams may apply for Team Licensing with the Horde Minor League, which will be considered by the Horde Minor League Administrator's Office and the Battle Ball League High Commissioner. Now, let's get into this week's scores: Lions beat Pack 21 to 17 Rams beat the Tinkers 49 to 42 Exarchs beat Sentinels 35 to 31 Rebels beat Leopards 35 to 29 Pilgrims beat Mountaineers 49 to 35 Nightsabers beat Elekk 21 to 14 Worgs beat Dragonhawks 14 to 11 Braves beat Raptors 28 to 21 Executors beat Princes 35 to 21 Phantoms beat Goons 14 to 7 Kodos beat Avengers 28 to 24 Boars received a Bye Week after being scheduled to face the Sen'Jin Witch Doctors. As it stands now, the only team still possible to secure the title of 'perfect season' are the Westfall Pilgrims. The Schedule for next Friday, the 2nd, is as follows: Lions (2-1) @ Rams (1-2) Exarchs (2-1) @ Tinkers (2-1) Sentinels (1-2) @ Pack (1-2) Elekk (1-2) @ Leopards (2-1) Mountaineers (0-3) @ Rebels (1-2) Pilgrims (3-0) @ Nightsabers (2-1) Worgs (2-1) @ Raptors (1-2) - This game is the 16th Annual Durotar Bowl between the Orcs and Trolls Executors (2-1) @ Braves (2-1) Princes (1-2) @ Dragonhawks (1-2) Phantoms (1-2) @ Kodos (2-1) Boars (1-1) @ Goons (1-2) Quel'Thalas Avengers receive a Bye Week after being scheduled to face the Sen'Jin Witch Doctors See you next week! This Month in History: The Gates of Ahn'Qiraj By Trix Paperwrench - In lieu of a Traveler's Spotlight this week, the Azeroth Times would like to bring you a reminder of things past. This month, we look back 12 years, to the opening of the Gates of Ahn'Qiraj. During this time, the Silithid menace ravaged Silithus and the surrounding areas, and neither faction was strong enough to stop them. This marks one of the first times in history that the Alliance and Horde set aside their differences, and worked as one to orchestrate a war effort that saw the breaking of the Scarab Wall and the vanquishing of both the Silithid armies, and a great menace that few have ever equaled. It is also at this time that the Heroes of Azeroth began to surface, working together to take up the charge and restore the Scepter of the Shifting Sands. It was a long and grueling process for all involved, but in the end, several heroes worked together with the Horde and Alliance to gather the war's resources. It is estimated to have taken a total of 71,000 Rations, 182,000 Metal Ingots, 490,000 Leather, and a whopping 2.3 Million Bandages, all gathered over the course of just under a month, an incredible feat! The Alliance and Horde both gave their greatest towards the Might of Kalimdor, a military organization comprised of Varok Saurfang, Leoric von Zeldig, Lynore Windstryke, August Foehammer, and Malagav the Tactician, which successfully broke through to Ahn'Qiraj and emerged victorious. Afterwards, the Might of Kalimdor was disbanded, and nothing of the sort has been seen since. We should look back on this event as a show of what can be accomplished if the Horde and Alliance join forces rather than battle at each other's throats. It's a lesson we all may stand to learn from. With that, take this time to remember our victory over the Silithid menace, and honor those who did not see an end to the campaign. Do You Want Featured in The Azeroth Times? Maybe you've got a News Story that no one else has seen. Or maybe your town could use with some extra exposure. Or maybe you're just looking for some extra money to get you through between jobs. Well, The Azeroth Times is willing to pay! Our reporters will visit your city and write about it for no cost, and we will pay top dollar for any groundbreaking News Stories or extra hands looking for work. If you're interested, send mail to T&P Publishing under the name "Paperwrench", and we will sort everything out for you! Edited January 28, 2018 by valorous141 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheDemon 109 Posted January 29, 2018 No, not the Sen'jin witchdoctors ... I was a huge fan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
