The Sage

Remember the days of old, for the time will come that your future depends on the songs of the past. The condemned will have their time in the spotlight of the goddesses, and their pain will be absolved in the light of the revolution. The Sage gives you the truth where others will hide it - knowledge is your greatest weapon, sharpen it every day. This newspaper has not been approved by the Church or the Royal Family - let's keep it that way.

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THE MASQUERADE

Firstly, an apology for our long and unexplained absence; recently the Sage was forced to relocate, and during the move we were unable to keep up with our regular schedule.  We assure our dearest readers that we are still alive and kicking, and that we do not intend to stop any time soon.

Before we resume reporting our regularly scheduled news, a moment to remember two of our most beloved editors – Kieron Noel and Flannán Noel.  Kieron and Flannán died in the riot that occurred some months ago, and while the world seems to have moved on without them, we at the Sage remember them every day that we sit down to write our newspaper.  Lads, you are sorely missed.

In the weeks following the attack on the bridges, many have been made homeless by the bombings, and many more are still in recovery due to their injuries.  We at the Sage understand that many of you are in dire situations yourselves, but we encourage everyone who can to help the refugees out to the best of their abilities.  These are trying times for everyone, and it is vitally important we reach out to those in need.

In addition to the untimely demise of the Oracle Nayru, the Sage has begun to conclude that a similar fate may have fallen upon the Oracle Farore.  Those with any information are encouraged not to go to the Times, as they will no doubt use this as a tool to find the next Oracles, and for the sake of the next generation we must protect those who cannot protect themselves.  Wherever the next Oracles are, New Hyrule is no place for them at this time.

As many of you know, Princess Zelda and Prince Ives’ marriage is being celebrated with a masquerade this week.  While the question of appropriateness is always present in regards to having a party during such dark times, the Sage finds no reason to advise our readers not to attend.  If anything, we encourage it – let us show the nobility of New Hyrule and the Hylian Royal Army that no amount of celebration will ever disguise the plight of the Undesirable County.  We have tried protesting, and we saw that violence is the only way to gain any ground with these people.  Do not protest.  Fight for what you believe in, and fight for a future your children and your grandchildren can grow up in.

The Sage will be broadcasting tonight – tune in at 11pm and we will be discussing further plans for the masquerade, details on how you can protect yourself, and more.

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ATTACK ON COUNTY BRIDGES

There are some things, as a writer for the Sage, I hoped I'd never have to report on. What happened at midnight is on that list.

We only have the barest of information at this point, but what we do know is that the three bridges that connected the West and Southern district to the County were destroyed with explosives.

The explosives not only destroyed the three bridges, but damaged housing on either side. We do not know the number of casualties, but estimates based on the damage we've seen might push into the hundreds.

Hyruleans, whether they're considered 'human' or 'nonhuman', were the victims of this ruthless attack. Nothing has been reported by the Times, of course, but the Sage can assure you this was not an attack by the County or the rebellion.

We ask that all our readers do their part to help those who have been injured or lost homes or loved ones. While we understand that space has been sparse for some time now, please extend kindness to those who have just become homeless.

For such an attack, I as a writer believe that the Crown should be held accountable for their actions. Those who have and will suffer the most from this attack are innocent people. Men, women and children who have now lost their homes, or their families, or their own lives.

What the Crown has done to its people is unforgivable.

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MURDER ON THE BRIDGE

The Kingdom seems to know no morality as three young Gerudo women were gunned down crossing the bridge from the Southern district to the Eastern district. It is presumed that they were joining their sisters at the airship dock, where it has been reported that the Gerudo have been leaving New Hyrule in mass.

It's a tragedy that even unarmed children aren't above being murdered if they're unlucky enough to be on a bridge when curfew hits.

We shouldn't have to remind our readers about curfews, because they shouldn't exist, but for the safety of you all we must stress that you consider the possibility that the esteemed government of New Hyrule will try to kill you if given the chance.

If you must cross to another island over night, we recommend you do it the 'old fashioned way'. It's less desirable, but you won't be shot down simply for being last.

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"TERRORIST"

Apologies, dearest readers, for the infrequent updates from this newspaper as of late - due to some of our staff being injured in the recent events, business has been slowed quite dramatically.

I feel that, for the sake of our dear friends over at the Times, we must clarify what the word "terrorist" means.  Put simply, a terrorist is naturally one who uses terrorism.  Which brings us to the inevitable question of the definition of terrorism, which is of course the use of violence and intimidation in pursuit of political aims.

Let's take a look at the facts here, as they are so easily misconstrued by our friends over at the Times... Commoners and nobleman alike were invited to a masquerade.  A show of good faith, eh?  Not so, for halfway through the festivities it was our dear friend the Voice who announced that terrorists were in the building!  How frightful!

I am doubtful that in their relatively young ages, the Voice and the King have forgotten what the meaning of "masquerade" is, but allow me to divulge it here while I'm at it; in regards to the event, it is a festivity that employs the use of elaborate costume and masks to conceal partygoers' identities.  How strange that at a masquerade it be demanded that people remove their masks for the sake of safety... tell me, dear readers, does that seem as peculiar to you as it does to me?

It would appear that the true intentions of the masquerade were to provide a false sense of security as the Voice, the King, and their minions terrorized innocent people who had come to celebrate the wedding of their beloved young princess.  Given the current state of affairs, I would advise our much loved readers not to antagonize the soldiers sent to guard New Hyrule at this time, and as always be distrustful of the curfew; don't let them catch you out after the sun goes down.

In closing, I feel it should also be noted that the "partygoer" who destroyed the door - thus allowing the guests to escape - did so after the soldiers had proceeded to interrogate and insult many of the patrons as they searched for nonhumans in their midst.  Given the state that the door was left in, I think it's safe to say that you missed one, lads; perhaps you should rethink your strategy if "nonhumans" slip through your grasp so easily.

Remember, folks, that knowledge is your greatest weapon.  Arm yourself with it at all times, and question everything the Times tells you.

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A ROYAL ENGAGEMENT

Hark! How utterly splendid! It seems the King has finally stopped viewing his daughter as a human being and more like a fancy present to give away to the person who parrots his ideals the most! How fortunate we all are, to have a fancy event dangled in front of us so we can hopefully forget the fact that two protestors were killed and dozens were arrested after the Kingdom secretly changed the curfew.

While all of you are entitled to enjoy the event-- I'm sure it will be something to see-- please remember that the future Prince of Hyrule is being placed there for a reason. And I, dear readers, do not think this reason is beneficial to the public in the slightest, and certainly not beneficial to our 'nonhuman' brothers and sisters who are still suffering the oppression approved and made into law by the current King.

Remember that while the Times still touts the curfew as '10pm', act as if it 9pm, so the guards do not fill the jailhouse any more than they already have.

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'THREE DEAD'

Apparently our friends over at the Times cannot count, even to such a small number as 'three'. I suppose after reporting a single death, their fingers must have grown so tired over their typewriters. Luckily, as always, the Sage is here to report when the Times are severely lacking.

Along with the soldier Gerard Killian, two civilians died in the riot.

Lindsey O'Bryan, wife of Logan O'Bryan, mother of Lacy and Shelly O'Bryan. Logan O'Bryan was among those injured and arrested in the riot.

Flannán Noel, son of Kelly and Mickey Noel. What many of you do not know was that Flannán was an editor of the Sage, and I cannot express how dearly he will be missed.

Below is a list of those arrested and/or injured. This list is by no means comprehensive, as we are still working to help our brothers and sisters.

Coby Sadler, Esme Allaway, Nat Hayes, Link St. John Smythe, Rowan Kelly, Garnette Rutherfurd, Bertie Close, Parriss Courtenay, Jamie Fitzpatrick, Quinn Abrahamson, Carol Montgomary, Logan O'Bryan, Kafei Dotour, Ainsley Lennon, Andie Gilliam, Dana Harley, Leilah Rowley, Haeyin Valkair, Meade Hayes, Edward Faust, Terry Williamson, Pearl Disney, Leslie Neville, Terry Porter, Jocelyn MacKenzie, Frankie Lester, Ashley Hunter, Susan Desmond, Eden Harford, and Whitney Hanley.

As I said before, this is not a complete list, but this is what we've investigated so far.

The Times chalks this to 'nonhumans' and even saying there were 'Gerudo' arrested in the riot. I suppose anyone whose hair is a shade too red is considered Gerudo these days, imagine that!

Thank the Goddesses we have people like General Onox and Sir Ives to brutalize us into submission!

We advise nonhumans to stay in their homes and out of sight today, as it seems the Times may work people into a frenzy. And despite the Times' stating the curfew is 10pm, assume until further notice that it's still at 9pm.

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A PROTEST

Now, dear readers, I'm sure many of you are aware of the 'secret' curfew change that the Times seems to think they were clever hiding in their paper.

I know many of you have been looking for something to do-- some way to show your utter disdain for this attempt to arrest innocent people.

So we at the Sage ask of our human readers-- protest. Gather at curfew in the square and do not leave. While I know many of our non-human readers no doubt desire to join this protest we advice you not too. You'll no doubt be blamed and targeted first.

Show them not even thosethey considered 'human' will allow such injustice to happen in our city.

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URGENT UPDATE

It has been reported that the authorities have bumped regular curfew up to 9 o'clock.  If you don't trust the source, take a look at the Times today - those letters aren't just buggered up, darling.

Please don't take any chances!  If this information is correct, the authorities are likely trying to catch people out, guilty or not.  Make sure you're home before 9 o'clock and stay safe!

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ARSON, EH?

So apparently an abandoned factory was the victim of arson earlier on today.  Who's to blame?  The non-humans - GEE WHIZ, NEVER SAW THAT COMING!

Here's the thing though; committing arson is an unlikely pastime for the persecuted.  Why would those who are condemned seek to draw attention to themselves?  Nothing says, "look at me!" quite like a massive bonfire.

Further, let's think about the state of the factory - abandoned, probably littered with old shoes.  Where do homeless people seek shelter?  What's a great thing to have when outside is damp and wet and you don't want to get your socks dirty?  Seems to this humble little Sage that non-humans are probably not the perpetrators in this particular scenario.  If anything, there's a possibility they were nearly the victims.

Food for thought.

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CHURCH OFFICIALS PHONE NUMBERS LEAKED

Oracle Din - 06002714232 Minister Frollo  - 06012320912 Minister Aralynn - 06102379921 Minister Pertwee - 06205609881