House Everstone (Recruitment)
House Everstone is recruiting able-bodied folks! We’re a noble family located north of the Thandol Span in the Hinterlands. A majority of our role-play centers around daily life and adventure in the Duchy of Everstone—specifically, Everstone Citadel; ruled by the Duchess Jossetta Everstone, the habitual affairs of governing such a vast holding falls upon the shoulders of brave, loyal, and shrewd men and women. Currently, all positions (Council, Magus Order, Golden Chapel, Bannermen, Commonfolk, and Vassals) are available! So whether you’re an independent lord or lady looking to swear fealty, a wandering knight, an ill-tempered blacksmith, a gentle healer (priest, druid, or common physician), a shrewd merchant, a veteran sellsword, a friendly farmhand, or anything in between, we’re open to hearing from you!
We’ve a few ranks—all have been tailored to match the wants and needs of various role-players.
The Council is made up 9 positions, or seats: the Hand, the Chancellor, the Marshal, the Steward, the Spymaster, the Archmage, the High Lord/Lady, the Lord/Lady Bishop, and Advisor. The Council, when it’s fully filled, will be expected to meet bi-weekly to discuss the wants and needs of Everstone, and its people.
The Crownsguard acts as the personal bodyguards to Her Grace, the Duchess Jossetta Everstone, and her children. They’re heavily vetted before being inducted into the prestigious ranks of the Crownsguard; the ceremony, itself, is said to be quite a spectacle. Of course, to join the Crownsguard, you must first succeed in a series of tests known as the Gauntlet.
Vassals are lords and ladies sworn to House Everstone. They occupy their own holdings, and they’re given a large degree of autonomy; before becoming a vassal, you must swear an oath of fealty to Her Grace, the Duchess Jossetta Everstone. The individual representing the Citadel’s other holdings is the High Lord/Lady, who resides upon the Council.
The Duchy’s Bannermen are valiant brothers and sisters of the sword and shield, tasked with defending Everstone and all its holdings from outside threats; they’re frontline soldiers, and they’re legion. They’re drilled regularly, outfitted with the very best equipment, and are sent off to fight in defensive wars or for justified causes. The individual in charge of the Bannermen is the Marshal, who resides upon the Council.
The Magus Order (Order of Magi) -
The Magus Order is responsible for aiding in the protection of Everstone from magical attackers; in addition, they’re responsible for the placement and upkeep of magical wards, for research and development, and for dealing with threats in a more permanent and secretive way. The individual overseeing the Magus Order is the Archmage, who resides upon the Council.
The Golden Chapel (Light’s Resolute) -
The Golden Chapel (or Light’s Resolute as it’s locally known) is the spiritual centerpiece of Everstone; it is what brings the Duchy together, in a way. It represents the core beliefs and values of House Everstone: strength, unity, courage, and prosperity. The Golden Chapel’s known for its charitable ways, offering an open heart to all in need. However, secretly, it is much more than what’s stated. The Golden Chapel employs monster and witch hunters and inquisitors to root out evil wherever it may dwell. There’s a darker side to Light’s Resolute, hiding just beneath the veiled words of hope and kindness. Its representative upon the Council is the Lord/Lady Bishop.
The Commonfolk make up the largest majority of the Duchy’s inhabitants. They’re the laymen of Everstone. They’re the farmers, blacksmiths, merchants, and innkeepers. They’re the tailors, serving boys and girls, shepherds, and minutemen. The representative of the Commonfolk upon the Council is the Steward.
Positions we’re actively seeking:
The Golden Chapel is seeking Priests and Paladins to bolster its ranks!
A handmaiden for Lady Jossetta Everstone!
A nurse for Reveramon (our Court Physician)!
Our motto’s quality over quantity, so if you’re interested, we do have a few OOC questions for you first. We simply want to ensure we’re a proper fit for you, and that you’ll find a home for your character at Everstone.
If you’re interested, contact House Everstone via @jossetta or @warlund-blackfyre!
