Statement on the Vassalization of New Hyperion

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Greetings to our friends, partners, and neighbors,

After a long period of interaction that has seen our communities converge together, the Frozen Realm is happy to announce that it has accepted a proposition from New Hyperion to accept that region as a vassal state of Wintreath. This special relationship was formalized with the approval of the "Covenant of Fellowship Between New Hyperion and Wintreath" by both regions in October. It was further ceremonially established in a commendation ceremony this past weekend between Zander Cerebella, Autarch of New Hyperion, and Wintermoot, Monarch of Wintreath.

As a vassal state of Wintreath, New Hyperion will cede sovereignty and authority over foreign, military, and any other external affairs to Wintreath, and will be bound by all treaties ratified by Wintreath. In turn, Wintreath will provide diplomatic and military protection, guarantee the right of internal self-rule, and eliminate post-count requirements for their Citizens wishing to also become Citizens of Wintreath. In short, the regions will become a joint diplomatic, military, and external entity under the banner of the Monarchy of Wintreath.

This is the culmination of a relationship that began years ago during the 2014 Regional Sovereignty Conference in Lazarus, when it was noted that our regions had many similar ideas and stances on that topic. Over time, we have come to realize that our regions have many other commonalities...a desire for meritocracy, a focus on community interaction, and a community spirit of being true to ourselves. Since then, our communities have become friends and grown together, and now seek to stand together as one in solidarity. Going forward, we are excited to become ever-closer partners and see where this special relationship leads us.

Regards,
-Wintermoot
-Monarch of the Frozen Realm of Wintreath