Imperial Diet & Rules

**Zim** · 06-02-2011, 19:10

Scum. You have no right to speak of von Magdeburg, and using his name in an attempt to avoid criticism over your declaration of intent to willfully break Diet law adds to the disgrace. So much for Brandenburg's vaunted "honor".

Calming himself, Elberhard gives Friederich one last dismissve look before turning towards the Diet.

Well, it seems that both my Duke and my Kaiser wish me to continue in a leadership role. If this weren't enough to convince me, certain sections of the Reich Elberhard looks pointedly towards the Margrave's Diet seat are rather lacking in their leadership. Therefore I will heed the command of the Emperor and continue in the duties to which I've been appointed.

I also humbly present myself to him for the position of Duke of Bavaria. Knowing our rulers preference for straightforward speech, my plan for the Duchy is thus:

1. I will appoint skilled advisors and listen to their counsel in the military and economic development of any provinces the Duchy may own. When possible, I will raise up nobles of the rank to countship over some of those provinces.

2. I will use the resources gained from step one to slay the enemies of the Reich wherever I may find them, while also tending to the Duchy's defense.

I believe this outline covers the "clear and concise" requirements, and will be happy to elaborate further if need be.

**Nightbringer** · 06-02-2011, 23:12

Jens Herden simply ignores the Margrave's latest comments, simply looking to the Kaiser as they are said. Herden then smiles as von Essen speaks and turns to face him.
It's good to have you back von Essen!
I'm glad you have put yourself forward, the Reich needs men such as you.

**phonicsmonkey** · 06-02-2011, 23:24

Ernst of Melk.

The Prinz sends word that he wholeheartedly supports the Count of Tyrol's application for the Duchy of Bavaria.

**phonicsmonkey** · 06-03-2011, 01:53

The Prinz has arrived.

I would like to petition the Reichsmarschall to ignore the request of Brandenburg-Bohemia for his aid until such a time as the Margrave of that territory withdraws his threat to renege on the mandated tax.

If he shall not pay for the Marschall's army then he should not benefit from it.

We of Osterreich have plenty need of the Reichsmarschall, as there are numerous Magyar armies encroaching on our territory and we are glad to pay the tax to support the recruitment and upkeep of his force.