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[dyingisnotdead]

[Loras appears in the locket, his hair a mess of golden curls. He has started to grow some facial hair now, it seems. It makes him appear older. It's him attempting something to appear more worthy of the position he finds himself in, now.

There is some false cheer in him, now, but unless they know him, they most likely won't see it. He has been playing this charm game is entire life, after all. How many people know his true self here, these days?]

My name is Loras Tyrell; many of you know me already, but I wished to extend a welcome to all of those you who have newly arrived. I know that it can be difficult to adjust, but many people here will be willing to assist you, if you only ask for it.

On that note, let me extend you all a welcome to the Cothromach. We are a city in the Spineback Mountains, not entirely far from Caer Glaem.

[He realizes he hasn't spoken to everyone since Sansa left, since the meeting of the Shields, so he must--]

The city's ruler recently left, and I will be ruling now, in her stead.

[Margaery would be laughing, right now, if she could see him.]

Now that I will be spending most of my time in Cothromach, I need to find someone to take over my position at the White Tower. It functions as one of the first line of defense for Caer Glaem; an outlook, to watch for any possible dangers. If any of you would like the position, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Also,

[He sighs, his charm faltering for a moment.]

I confess that I will need assistance while we transition. I have many wonderful advisers, but if any of you newcomers have political talent, I would like to speak with you.

Where I come from, many rulers have small councils. I would like to institute that, for Cothromach.

I am not so prideful not to know to ask for help, when needed.

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[pontificus]

I had offered it to Lady Sansa and was present at the Battle of Cothromach, but should you need it, you have an ally in Treun.

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[dyingisnotdead]

Thank you, Lady Lucrezia. I greatly appreciate the offer, and will take you up on it.

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[pontificus]

I am sure you will do just as well with the city. [She smiles genuinely.]

It is a bountiful city, but I have been working on trade routes as well. I am unsure if you will handle the city with the same political strategy as Lady Sansa, but I am most open to any sort of alliance.

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[psalmed]

Monsieur, I am attempting to scout useful talent for you even now. Do you have preferences save that they are talented at something?

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[dyingisnotdead]

Honestly? Politics, negotiation. Mages would work, as well.

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[psalmed]

Open politics or the type of underhanded negotiations which are shady and perhaps dishonorable but get matters accomplished more efficiently?

I assume you won't want mages of the human sacrificing sort?

[Okay she could probably be a little nicer and more serious. Poor guy.]

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[chastely]

I know I am regrettably new here, and uncertain of the politics in this place. Nevertheless, I will offer what aid I can, should you wish for it.

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[dyingisnotdead]

That you are willing to help is the most important. No doubt you will settle in, quickly enough.

[He needs friends, too. Friends are good.]

You are in the same position as I, though I think you have had more experience with it, as I am just starting.

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[chastely]

[A soft laugh.]

Ah, perhaps the Maker brought me here to help. I understand all too well being thrown into leadership.

[He inclines his head a bit.]

I will offer you my said as a Prince, or as a Brother of the cloth. I've found both are oft just as needed as the other.

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[red_branch]

Yo, Loras Tyrell.

[Lancer offered a grin, his tone casual.]

I've heard your name, but I don't think we've properly met. You lookin' for additional security around the mountains?

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[dyingisnotdead]

Uh...yo?

[Loras has never heard that term before. Ever. What the--]

I don't think we have, no. And yes, I am. May I have your name, then?

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[red_branch]

[Surely, Loras had met Sir Yo of Lo.]

Lancer. Cu Chulainn. One of the two.

[Known more as the 'Spear of the Future' at that point, Lancer was more famous in word than appearance.]

I can't stick around indefinitely, but I've got some soldiers who need training in the mountains. While I'm running them through, I can take care of any criminals you've got lingering around there.

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[daventries]

I do not know how different politics here are from my own world...but I cannot fight and I would aid you however I can otherwise, sir.

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[dyingisnotdead]

I appreciate the offer, of course; but a name would be very helpful, as well.

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[daventries]

I am-- Um.

[ Do titles matter here? She isn't certain. ]

I am...Rosella of Daventry, sir. I arrived not too long ago.

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[bethany_hawke]

Welcome, Lord Tyrell. My name is Bethany Hawke. I've been serving as a healer in Cothromach and assisting the Lady Sansa for a year now.

Let me know if I can be of any assistance.

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[dyingisnotdead]

I am sorry we haven't talked in my time there. Though perhaps I should be glad that I haven't been injured.

[Loras smiles.]

But I am glad you have decided to stay on.

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[bethany_hawke]

I don't have anywhere else to go, my lord.

[This world is not really a home to her, and she doesn't know many people. She keeps herself busy with her work and helping others. It's all she can do.]

I was concerned what would become of the city after Lady Sansa disappeared.

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[kamalleable]

[ Maybe people would find her less surprising if she tried to speak like the bulk of people here, going on in Old English or close to it, whatever this specific way of talking consisted of. But even as she tried to piece together a way to respond for volunteers as politely as possible, it ended that she resorted to speaking like her usual self: ]

So uh, political talent, huh? [ Kamala nods knowingly, pretending she understood exactly what Loras needed. At least in her world, politicians just made things up as they went along. ] You mean like, negotiations?

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[dyingisnotdead]

...yes, actually.

[...she looks a little young, but who should he be, to judge?]

I confess I am not the best at such things.

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[kamalleable]

[ Wait. He was actually going along with this. Kamala's pitiful attempt at confidence had actually worked, and she stares slack jawed for a quick second before composing herself. ]

Can't you just beat them up? [ She pauses. ] Or wait, is that not people do? [ Another beat, because she can't help herself. ] What kind of negotiations do you need?

[ Clearly she's way in over her head. ]

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[cinnamoned]

So you're who was chosen to take over. I wish you luck in that. And you have my help, should you ever need it as well. I know something of politics growing up among royalty, but less experience ruling myself. Though I can assist in defense with my bow, or possibly other ways too. I'm Snow. I knew Sansa and Gwen during their time here, and both are and will be missed.

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[dyingisnotdead]

[So it seems others that live in the Cothromach are coming out of the woodwork. Good, good.]

I will appreciate any assistance you can offer.

...Snow?

[He frowns for a moment.]

Are you a bastard of Winterfell?

[Maybe she is from Westeros. A commoner.]

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[notyetlegend]

I will lend you aide however I can, m'lord.

[She'd only been acquainted with Sansa but if she could help any, she thinks that would be the best way to honor her.]

Though I will warn you, my political skills are lackin'.

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[dyingisnotdead]

Again, I appreciate your effort, Merida.

[Loras chuckles.]

As are mine. But I think we can find another use for you. I am sure advisers will shove me in closet during negotiations, anyways.