Hiems 4th, 10,019 Hello again Simulians. It is I, Lucius Scarletwound, to bring you your next Simul Quarterly. We have loads to report on here at Coexisting Connections, so let's get into it. Our dear kingdom has been doing rather well the last year or so, and so, there wasn't much to report on. No news is good news, right? While the quiet settled in, Ferren has been hard at work, making sure Simul has stayed as peaceful as possible. Keeping up with routine patrols by Simul's greatest military, keeping the food supply plentiful, and even making appearances throughout the kingdom, I think we can all agree that Ferren has been a model leader. All good things must come to an end, however, and with that, we, as the greatest kingdom ever known, must decide on who will continue to rule. Ferren and his chosen allies in leadership have done all they can to make sure every single Sumilian feels safe and secure. They would also like to thank everyone who has followed the new laws. This hasn't been exactly easy for all of us. It has been over a year since the Fortescue's were taken from us. Since that time, it is Ferren who has held us together with constant reminders that we are all in this together. However, it is you, the people, who have made living in peace without fear, possible. Speaking of loving thy neighbor, we here at Coexisting Connections have gotten word that Simul's food stores were not as badly hit as initially thought. Not only that, but this year's Festival of the Hunter's Moon was a GIANT success! Our largest contributor, a young woman by the name of Lyanna Legend, brought back enough meat to feed three cities for a month alone. Alongside the MASSIVE meat stores from the Crustation Infestation brought back by a young lady by the name is Stacy Carson and another citizen by the name of Kamal, Simul has been set! Should you, your family, or anyone you know be in need, please make your way to your nearest Licensing Office to receive another ration box. Please have your registration handy as we must still keep track of everyone who has been fed this season. Unfortunately, not all news in recent days has been all good. Just last week, there were talks of a slaughter on the Alderman Mountains. Word and witnesses say that there was a large group of people who appeared to be working together to maim and murder a group of elves and their deer companions. Once a troop of Syphon Mages and Constables went to investigate, they were met with a gruesome scene. Indeed, some magical people had had their way with innocent lives. Due to this, Ferren had announced that his troops will be expanding their efforts in order to finally find and deal with whomever is committing these terrible acts. If you have any information, please reach out to Malum Distantia on Simul Social, or contact us here, at Coexisting Connections. You can also tag us on Simul Social. If you see something, please say something. We are all in this together. That's all for this issue of Simul Quarterly. Be safe out there, Simul. Signed, Lucius Scarletwound

Greetings Dear Simulians, It is my honor to bring you the most recent news possible. Stay in the know, Simul, and keep yourselves, your families and friends safe and healthy! The winter months are starting to come to an end, albeit, with some cold fronts still moving in. Ferren and our capitol are still making sure every soul is fed and warm, even while we send aide toward Korrig and Dry Gulch to get the ports and trade running again. We do appreciate all of your patience while this is being accomplished. Please keep an eye out for your neighbors, friends. We are all in this together. On a more serious note, recent numbers of registrations have brought to light that there are still those who would rather hold onto some sort of 'freedom' rather than make their fellow humanoids comfortable. As much as we understand that registering all magic and items associated, we must come together in order to save lives. Yes, the processes and laws being passed may seem inconvenient and invading, but it is for the betterment of Simul. With this being said, Ferren has made an announcement that there will be more a presence of the King's Guard posted around Simul. Please carry your registrations at all times, as failing to provide identification can and will lead to, and not limited to, imprisonment and fines. Keep your eyes peeled, Simul. This new law has been implemented due to more attacks and senseless killings that have been reported to the capitol. According to witnesses and subsequent investigations, there have been a total of three different attacks on Simul soil in the last week with a death toll of 76. Each and every attack has been associated with the mysterious robed figures as well as heavy use of magics. Alongside of implementation of the new laws and guards, the following statements have come directly from our new fearless leader, Ferren: "All magic academies/schools will now be under heavy scrutiny and guard. As of now, all magic schools must close their doors to operations, effective immediately. Unfortunately, until all residents inside of our kingdom are registered, we must contain all magic use to the best of our abilities. We do apologize for any inconvenience this may cause." "Portals to the 'outside' cities will be cut off from the mainland, effective immediately. Due to the lack of cooperation from Arcanus Aecor, Occultatem Terra, and Astu Aether, the capitol has decided, for the moment, that it is best to shut the portals down. Any and all rations that are needed for survival will be transported by the King's Guard once per month until each city can contain itself or they comply. This also stands for the islands of Curet Insula. Since the obliteration of the bridge that connected both lands, it has been decided to keep the severance until further notice."   "Simul's food stores have been raided. This will cause more chaos than necessary. Please, be patient and have faith in your new capitol leaders during this trying time. In less than two months, crops should be back in the swing. With our efforts in saving our docks and trade cities, we hope that there will be an easier time feeding all. Please continue to fetch your rations in a timely manner. If you have any suggestions on how to stretch your food, share on Simul Social for your fellow neighbors." On our final note, we here at Coexisting Connections ask that you report anything suspicious. Keep your telegems close. Record everything. Report everything. The only way we strive is to survive, and we are going to strive, Simul. This is Lucius Scarletwound, reporting the news. Stay safe Simul.