"Selected Works of Gaia part I"

"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 1)
       SELECTED WRITINGS BY GAIA

          PART I

        DRUID POSTS

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Edited by Alayna and Narses




Published in 441 AF
Lake Bitterflow (+12 Mana)
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PREFACE

At this moment, those who have witnessed the Earth Mother as Patroness
of our Guild are in their seventies, and those who have seen Her before
her tragic departure in 305 are well in their fifties. It is for the
benefit of the younger generation of Druids that we have published the
writings of Gaia on the Druid boards in two volumes - especially for the
benefit of apprentice Druids who have no access to these boards.

A collection of posts, however profound, can, of course, not replace the
teachings of Gaia to Her followers as She still roamed the lands.
Nevertheless, Gaia's missives to the Guild she founded and patroned -
not taking into account a number of legal changes to Patronage
throughout the years - from its founding in 174 until 293, often deal
with concepts central to our ideology and values, and were of
fundamental importance in shaping them. Hence we felt it would be of
great value to have a collection of Her writings in a readily accessible
format. Later, collections of Her posts on the Public and the Oakstone
boards may appear, whereas an elaborate biography of Gaia is currently
being worked on.

We have endeavoured to publish all of Her posts without any
pre-selection, as it would be hubris to pre-select the postings of a
Divinity. We have divided her posts into six parts - a division that is,
of course, highly subjective but may nevertheless be of help to the
reader. Also, a register of words and names with references to volume
and page numbers is supplied at the end of each volume.

My thanks go to my co-editor Alayna, who has been of great help in
transcribing these posts.

In memory of the Earth Mother,

Narses
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I

PREFACE..............................2
TABLE OF CONTENTS....................3

PART ONE: FORMATIVE YEARS

Welcome..............................6
The Druids Guild.....................7
Welcome to new Druids................8
Temple of Gaia.......................9
Druids Guild.........................10
Druids Guild II.....................11
Theology............................12
The Spawn...........................13
Your Prayer.........................14
Kharon..............................15
Kharon..............................16
Guildmaster & Secretary Positions...17

PART TWO: FROM RAGNORAK TO CHARNLEY

Guildmaster & Secretary............19
Leadership..........................20
Guild Patronage.....................21
Guild War...........................22
Guild Protection....................23
The Guild...........................24
The Guild II........................25
Treaty..............................26
Treaty..............................27
Cactus Weed.........................28
Shadowsnakes........................29
Dormant Players.....................30
Patronage...........................31
Me..................................32
Hard Times..........................33
Everything..........................34
The Guild...........................35
This Situation......................36

PART THREE: THE DRUIDS AND HASHAN

This Madness........................38
One more thing......................39
Armies despoiling the forest........40
Cities..............................41
Firefox.............................42
Firefox's Crime.....................43
Firefox.............................44
Guild Patronage.....................45
Druids..............................46
Well spoken Dignity.................47

REGISTER............................48
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TABLE OF CONTENTS...................3

PART FOUR: TIMES OF PEACE AND TIMES OF WAR

Outbreak of War.....................6
Rituals and so forth................7
Rituals and so forth................8
The Guild and its leadership........9
Warfarin............................10
The Druids Guild...................11
Recent Guild Events................12
Your Behaviour.....................13
The Guild..........................14
The Guild..........................15
Guild Matters......................16
Shrines and Priests................17
Congratulation.....................18
Grove Preservation.................19
Guildmaster Contention.............20
Congratulations....................21
The Guild..........................22
Personal Views.....................23
New Shoppe for Druids..............24
Oakstone, Sentinels and Druids.....25

PART FIVE: THE DARKENWOOD RITUAL AND THE SECRET ELIXIRS

Today's events.....................27
Credit.............................28
The Book of the Sphinx.............29
Secret Elixirs.....................30
Spies..............................31
My disfavours......................32
Opinions...........................33

PART SIX: LANDMARKING, BALANCE AND THE GAIAN TREE

Landmarks..........................35
Deals, neutrality and persecution..36
Clarification......................37

REGISTER............................38
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PART ONE: FORMATIVE YEARS
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DRUIDS NEWS #1
From: Gaia, the Earth Mother
To  : Everybody
Subj: Welcome

Greetings, and welcome to the Druids.

Hopefully, you are here out of a deep, abiding love for the earth and
all she has to offer.

You will see and learn many things that you may never have thought
possible. Find your homes, a haven in the forest, and strive to use your
powers wisely.

The path you have chosen is one of deep, personal growth and challenge.
Though not easy, the rewards are great and shall bring you nearer to
perfect harmony with the earth and Myself.

Just as nature surrounds you and us always, so too am I always with you.
Do not hesitate to call on me.

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DRUIDS NEWS #120
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: The Druids Guild

Greetings Druids

I have been reading the postings here recently, and see there is some
friction between Haidion and Buckthorn, that is only damaging the guild.

As I have been ever fond of the druids ideals, I am willing to spend a
little time, helping mediate this situation to a amicable solution.

Also any comments from younger druids to myself will be welcome, this is
your guilds dears, speak out for what you want from your elders.

Buckthorn & Haidion you are charged with arranging a meeting for us 3 to
resolve your bickering.

Gaia

Penned by my hand on the 18th of Miraman, in the year 191 AF
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From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Welcome to new druids

Greetings to you druids both young and old alike.

Indeed as Lady Vivien pointed out I do watch over you all, so if you
ever need guidance in your days of travel through Achaea, never hesitate
to ask for direction and help from myself.

Whilst Haidion continues his travels, which will bring you as a guild
ever closer to having a guild hall, feel free to ask for divine lessons
in your guild skills, having walked through the forests of Achaea since
timepast, I am familiar with your mortal skills and will always try and
teach my ways to such delightful children as you druids.

Blessings be upon you children.

Gaia

Penned by my hand on the 16th of Ero, in the year 193 AF
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DRUIDS NEWS #163
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Temple of Gaia

Greetings Druids

Today i have opened a hidden entrance to a Realm beyond this land, a
place of unspoilt forest and nature.

This realm is considered my temple, and I welcome all those that come in
peace and wisdom. However due to this realm being forested I would ask
you druids NOT to place your groves therein, this is due to the danger
of overburdening the magic that keeps open such a ancient and unspoilt
realm.

For those druids that are in my order, be welcome and enjoy my sanctuary
of nature, for it is yours to share with me.

Gaia

Penned by my hand on the 24th of Miraman, in the year 194 AF
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DRUIDS NEWS #177
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Druids Guild

Greetings Children

Lord Buckthorn, Lady Vivien and noble druids

I am much pleased this day that you have asked my patronage of your
guild. I have often pondered how we became seperated, but suspect my
long abscence from the land, may be the cause.

However it is with fond regard that I accept your offer, and welcome you
all unto my fold.

Let it be known, those mortals foolish enough to offend the guild as a
whole, will be offending myself, but I treat that you hold my wrath in
the most direst circumstance.

Gaia, Earthmother, Goddess of Nature

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From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Druids Guild II

To continue children

A few points I think of guidance,

Your guild believes are still helmed by your Guildmaster, Secretary and
elders, as is proper.

The guild hall I agree should be kept seperate from the halls that my
beloved children worship in, know that you are all welcome to enjoy the
sanctuary of my temple, but be wary I will not tolerate any abuse of
this reclusive place.

Those that seek further instruction of my Order, please seek out the
ever growing number contained within your own guild, I shall leave them
to make themselves known if that is their will.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #187
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Theology

Greetings forest children

I would like to say a few words on the subject of creatures and the like
in realm.

Yes all non sentinent creatures fall within my keeping, however in
Nature, life is a game of survival, the hunted the hunters all have a
place within my kingdom, there is no definition between them, they act
as they need.

Here is where the druids guild direction of balance goes hand in hand
with nature, as also does my order, I understand your need for survival
amongst the land of mankind, the need for gold, the need for learning
experiences they all increase your worth, this perpetuates you as a
living being. However I ask that balance and compassion be shown a place
in your hearts, the continued unneeded murder of those lesser creatures
is both dangerous for the forest survival and tugs upon my heart.
Remember everything has its niche, and survival has its part to play, so
killout of need not out of lust. I hope this clears up any problems on
this matter, but of course feel free to discuss such matters with
myself.

Gaia
Goddess of Nature

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From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: The Spawn

Greetings Druids

Upon reading Jarok's post on the public board concerning secret druidic
cult, I questioned him further. This cult apparently is his view of
certain druids attempting to raise the spawn from the void where it lays
dormant.

Being your guild patron, and I back Buckthorns idiom of letting you all
tread your own path following your hearts, but i would point out two
issues.

The spawn kills indiscriminately but whilst killing its very existence
throws the surroundings into chaos and inbalance.

The very act of raising the spawn, ie the murder of innocent children,
and the spawn itself I Gaia, Goddess of Nature find detestable and alien
to my realm, heed this if you ever need to seek my aid.I shall hope this
message perpetuates your true hearts feelings.


Gaia

Penned by my hand on the 21st of Sarapin, in the year 195 AF
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DRUIDS NEWS #247
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Solana, Keeper of the Grove
Subj: Your Prayer

Dear Child

Your sweet prayer certainly set of a chord with me, I shall talk to the
Logos and see what he think about such a plan.

Meanwhile any ideas for this world should be submitted through the
normal channels - IDEA text.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #248
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Kharon

Dear Children

It seems that the Kharon have decided to overstep their bounds as
mortals and insult me personally. Their foolish behaviour will be costly
for them, maybe more than some of them can bear, however in their
foolish attempt at hurting me, they will certainly strike at you my
guild.

I ask children that you bear such attacks with courage and a full grove
of thorns, and send prayers to me and I will deal with any unprovoked
names caused due to their unreasoned hatred of the earthmother.

Particularly Mordicarnon and Uldrais, and be aware of Morpheus however
he has since learnt that respect is required with all dealings with
immortals.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #251
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Kharon

Beloved Children

It seems Mordicarnon has seen the error of his ways, but never drop your
guard dears. This guild will not become a target for easy kills.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #261
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Guildmaster & Secretary postions

Greetings Children

Haidion as beloved old man of the guild, has a very valid point thats it
appears that the Guild heirarchy has dropped back into the hedgerow.

Before we start election fever, lets just leave a short period for
either Buckthorn or Vivien to respond, as there may be factors unknown
to you all. If after a few days its apparent that there is no response,
I shall call upon you the guild members to elect suitable candidates for
succession.

Any thoughts and ideas, as always are welcomed by myself.


Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #264
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Guildmaster & Secretary

Greetings children

With the stepdown of Buckthorn and Vivien, and hibernation from this
land, the guild is left in a position of having no GM, a serious
position.

Looking through the druid archives, we find two active elders, Ragnorak
and Haidion. Haidion by his own admission is not going to stand for the
position, I would suggest that the guild turns to Ragnorak in this
period of time, to stand by the guild as he always has and steer the
guild with Treant by his side as secretary to a stronger guild.

I have spoken to both of the individuals, and this arrangement seems
suitable to them both, the reasoning of age and experience leaning
towards a guild elder, with the strong young Treant whose young head
strains for the leadership he deserves.

I shall not force this decision but ask every druid to message me your
wishes, either simple agreement or disagreement, we need to bring about
a swift change in power to enable the continued functioning of the guild

When more elders emerge to replace the hibernating few, then will be the
time to have elections and campaigning, not now when there is much to
risk in a growing strengthening guild.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #269
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Leadership

Greetings Druids

I have recieved many messages, mostly agreeing with my thoughts on the
guild leadership.

Therefore from this day Ragnorak and Treant assume the roles of
Guildmaster and Secretary.

May they both be treated with the respect they deserve and both serve to
the betterment of this guild.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #284
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Guild Patronage

Greetings Druids

I would like everyone to know that the members of this guild are free to
choose whatever patron they feel is their life path it is to follow.
Being guild patron doesnt mean you are obliged to follow myself.

I hope and am fairly sure that the reason that so many choose to join my
family is my close bonds to this guild and the amount of my will that I
direct in guiding the guild young and old alike. That aside, I shall
continue always to watch over this guild and its well being and of
course welcome all those that would flock to my growing family with open
arms as the "typical" druids path is entwined close to those goals of
mine.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #290
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Guild War

Greetings Druids

As is the right of Treant he may call forth a council of the moon to
decide the guilds fate, and Ragnorak has made plain his views, the
balance of your two guild leaders can so clearly be seen, it pleases me
greatly.

However I would warn thee all that, the events leading to this situation
may have been engineered at a higher level to throw this guild into
disarray, or some other hidden purpose, Treant may be the puppet of some
greater mind than his mortal one.

I will speak privately with Treant and seek to divine what lies in our
path.

For now all matters of unfair and unjust killing should be treated with
contempt, and pray to myself of such matter, I will not tolerate such
lewd behavior.

Walk in peace my dears

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #307
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: Guild Protection

Dear Druids

This subject troubles me greatly, why have i recieved no message of such
trangressors, Ragnorak your GM along with Treant will submit to me a
list of names of such aggressors.

I shall then speak to these individuals, until i have posted further, i
would be inclined to agree with Zandramas's post on the nature of
revenge. The guild as a whole however does need to bolster some sort of
training to increase its defence, and not make yourselves such available
targets.

Unwilling as I am, the mortals named on the previous posts have often
drawn the attention of even me, the Goddess of nature, and whence
stirred I sleep not easily.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #321
From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: The Guild

Greetings druids

Here's an idea, why not follow the order that most of you belong, and
have a two way split Fauna and Flora.

Aside from that, the problem your guild faces is revenge attacks upon
others than the offender, an example would be :

A kharon kills a druid for no real and genuine reason, this offender is
killed by (Treant) a bigger druid, this then beaten Kharon decides he
has to then take his revenge ? upon smaller weaker druids.

This is a circle we have to break as a guild, I know dying is hard, and
the reflex action is to smite that has hurt us.

But we as a guild have to decide our path, if it is one of neutrality,
we must turn the other cheek and try and stop the violence with words
and warnings in the first degree.

I have spoken with Arawn who killed Mimic because he was practising and
she was in the area, I find this unacceptable, but I have warned him and
given him one chance (this btw is after Treant has killed him)

If causes such action again, he shall suffer and suffer terribly.

Gaia

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From: Gaia, the Earthmother
To  : Everyone
Subj: The Guild II

I thought if Haidion could write lots why cant I (g) The serious problem
for tit for tat killing will continue and then abate if we can control
our revenge and try and use words and warnings.

But the dear druids it is your lives and you as a guild must decide, I
have spoken with Treant and we are both willing to try if you guys are.

To this end I shall post a public post to all mortals about this guild,
and how the path has been refound as it were, please do not throw this
into your neighbours faces, as this action deserves such retribution.

Walk in peace my dears.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #333 From: Gaia, the Earthmother To: Everyone Subj: Treaty

Greetings Druids

If you skimmed through Haidions post go back and read it again, this
will effect your lives greatly.

After the negotiations many of the druids within this guild listened to
Gretyl's immediate outburst, sadly this outburst was fueled on
misconception and I ask every one of you to bare these facts in mind
before acting.

The treaty will ensure those that DO NOT want to get involved with
politics can do so without fear of retribution from Kharon due to acts
caused by some other druid.

If you feel that the Kharon does manifest itself harshly on the
continent of course you can take up arms as is your right, this right
HAS NOT been compromised in anyway, you will of course be liable to
attack from the Kharon, but they will not be directing their attacks on
any other druid than on their enemy list.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #334 From: Gaia, the Earthmother To: Everyone Subj: Treaty

Greetings again druids

One further point that warranted a new post, the empire to date has all
been posts on the notice board. Do not be tricked into considering it
will grow unhindered, because it will, it will be based from Ashtan as
the last time, but I doubt that it will rise in Shallam.

I would ask that those who still have problems with this treaty come
speak with Haidion, Treant Ragnorak or me before acting.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #345 From: Gaia, the Earthmother To: Everyone Subj: Cactus
weed

Greetings Druids

Well dears, I predict your guilds popularity increasing manyfold,
rightfully as druids, you can harvest and dry the Logos given cactus
weed.

This plant has a very interesting effects but grows only in the desert
areas of the continent, pick it wisely because there will be great
demmand for this plant.

Also whilst not holding the rest of Achaea to ransom, use this as a
benifit to the guild as a whole.

One final note, the 10 plants growing in my grove are all mine !! so
hands off (g)

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #349 From: Gaia, the Earthmother To : Everyone Subj:
Shadowsnakes

Greetings druids

With these seemingly sport the snakes have developed, I would advise you
all to be wary whenever a snake is near you and make sure you have
immunity sipped.

I spoke with Jordi last night, he seemed sorry about his accident with
Mimic, so I shared some weed with him and then believe it or not, I too
had a wee accident, needless to say he didn't seem to regard my accident
as any less important than his.

He ranted and raved about vengeance, but I think after he cools off, he
should be a little less of a handful, so just avoid his sort and
obviously if they offend you don't let share your dried weed with them

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #400 From: Gaia, the Earthmother To: Everyone Subj: Dormant
Players

Greetings Druids

There are many great and wise druids who sadly haven't been around in
recent times, however the idea of booting them from the guild is a
little harsh my children.

The logos is his wisdom already has a system where people who have not
travelled this land in an age become dormant, who knows what valuable
skills and teachers could be lost if we threw those members out.

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #442 From: Gaia, the Earthmother To: Everyone Subj:
Patronage

Greetings dear druids

Once again I thank this guild for making me its patron, I of course
shall continue to support you as i have done so in the past.

Feel free to approach me children, as I have a great affinity with your
skills and demeanour in life.

Fare well

Gaia

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DRUIDS NEWS #470 From: Gaia, the Earthmother To: Druid Ragnorak, Keeper
of Lore Subj: Me

I am certainly not leaving this land!

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DRUIDS NEWS #673 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To : Everyone Subj: Hard
Times

Hello dear Druids! Just a little note of encouragement in these hardest
of times. I have seen with joy the effort you have exerted in replanting
and caring for our once lush and lovely forest. We have been through
difficult times....we will get through this as well. Be strong and
continue to love andsupport each other. Your perseverence and loyalty
will see you through. I am exceedingly proud of your undaunting nature
and your devotion to what is beautiful, humble and true.

Penned by my hand on the 7th of Glacian, in the year 218 AF.
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"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 34)
DRUIDS NEWS #740 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To : Everyone Subj:
everything

I have read the recent postings with much sadness. Although the blame
must certainly be focused primarily on me. I realize I have been away
and I should not have been so presumptuous as to assume that I would not
be missed. I am horrified by the behaviour of this once loving and
supportive guild. I do not even know where to begin admonishing.

First of all, those of you who believe you own the forest are making a
grave error in judgement. You do NOT own it. You have chosen a grove,
yes. It is yours in that YOU care for it, nurture it, grow things there.
But WHY do you do this? What is a druid's purpose? Perhaps some of you
need to rethink why you are here. Those of you who are planting and
harvesting with the sole purpose of self promotion are sad proof of ever
growing commercialism and are not represented the Druid ideals and
values.

I suggest you pull together and agree to a solution. I will help you as
I see fit. If outguilding is required, so be it. I have the utmost faith
in the administration of this guild. Charnley, Sog and Mysti are
excellent leaders. Look to them for help and trust in their decisions.
Pull together and work as a team, a family. I know you can do this.

Penned by my hand on the 7th of Phaestian, in the year 222 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 35)
DRUIDS NEWS #854 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To: Everyone Subj: The
Guild

Hello my dear little Druids and Druidettes,

I have read with mounting unrest the latest posts. I remember not too
long ago, in fact, posting to you to pull yourselves together. I see
this is not being done. I could write an entire post on loyalty,
devotion, teamwork and the like. However, it would fall on deaf ears.
What I see happening here is selfishness, ignorance and cowardice.

I have seen many of you attempting to remain loyal to your guild leaders
even though you are unsure. I have seen some of you attempting to voice
your opinion and subsequently being punished for HAVING one. I have seen
the leaders sit idly by in hopes that things will change. This
disappoints me. I suggest you pull yourselves together, decide what is
right for the guild and act on it.

If that means getting in the way and stepping on a few toes, so be it.
(However, everyone is entitled to their opinion and NO ONE should be
disrespected for having one.)

I know there are those of you who are unhappy with Charnley's leadership
thus far. You are quite capable of taking a stand. Contest him if you
feel it is the right thing to do. If you don't, you have no one to blame
but yourselves. I certainly hope this situation is resolved soon.

Penned by my hand on the 2nd of Mayan, in the year 224 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 36)
DRUIDS NEWS #896 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To: Everyone Subj: this
situation

I am merely the guild patron, and far be it from me to have an opinion
after having read Dashel's public post #2241, I can only come to the
unhappy conclusion that the nay-sayers (Portis and Claryssa) are
correct. You are running your guild by tyranny of the majority. As
Dashel said, the majority of people wanted Claryssa gone, so that was
reason enough. Dissension will only be tolerated up until the point
where it becomes too annoying, and then we'll squash the annoying
voices, and go back to our lives spent being yes-men and yes-women.

It's wonderful to see you getting along in these last posts, but you did
it by simply eliminating anyone who didn't agree with you, and who
refused to have their objections silenced.

Penned by my hand on the 21st of Aeguary, in the year 225 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 37)
PART THREE: THE DRUIDS AND HASHAN
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 38)
DRUIDS NEWS #1005 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To : Everyone Subj: this
madness

I have watched, apalled, as the Druid leadership has betrayed everything
that a Druid stands for. It has made an alliance with the city who
officially worships the worst enemy of the forests in history, Twilight.
For those youngsters, or those with short memories, let me remind you
that Twilight nearly killed off all the forests in the land once, and it
was only the intervention of Aurora and Oneiros that saved Me. Yet here
I find out that Hashan is oocupying, apparently at the request of the
Druids, part of the Western Ithmia. It's madness! Have you been infected
by Eris? I have read some of the posts, and it seems you are actually
trusting Nimos, the highest ranking follower of the duplicitous Goddess
of Chaos. Make no mistake, my children, Ashtan is no friend of the
Druids.

I know many of you may not want to hear this, but Shallam is the city to
court an alliance with. Their leaders are far more well-intentioned than
Ashtan, and their Goddess is a good and decent Goddess. I have spoken
with Zaklin, their Minister of War, and left a message for Isildur,
their Sultan, about establishing a treaty that would keep them forever
out of the Western Ithmia, unless I request their aid to expel Ashtan or
Hashan invaders.

I have heard some of you saying that Hashan is somehow more benevolent
than Ashtan or Shallam, but this is clearly untrue. They have already
invaded the Western Ithmia, home to My temple, and to Sarapis' cave.

Hashan is our enemy, and I am going to do something about these people
marching their troops into our forest. For the time being, I suggest
that the Druids hinder all those who put troops into the Western Ithmia.
Those of you who have groves in the Northern Ithmia, I sympathize with,
I really do. It's just that we are the underdogs here, and we can't
afford to stretch ourselves too thin. The Western Ithmia shall be our
centre, and perhaps in the future, we will be able to expel the
offensive soldiers from your groves in other parts of the world.

I have also cast Lalanya out of My order for her offensive action
against the forests.

Penned by my hand on the 23rd of Sarapin, in the year 227 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 39)
DRUIDS NEWS #1006 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To: Everyone Subj: one
more thing

Do not mistake my decision to only protect the Western Ithmia (for now)
as meaning that those of you whose groves have been violated by armies
should not take action of whatever sort you can. Perhaps cities will be
allowed to free land, rather than just capture it. If I had a grove, I
would absolutely ally offended at someone putting troops there. Wait a
minute! I do have a grove, and I have a temple, and it's in the Western
Ithmia. The mortal who marches troops into there is going to have a lot
of repenting to do.

Penned by my hand on the 24th of Sarapin, in the year 227 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 40)
DRUIDS NEWS #1023 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To: Zandramas, Lord of
Nature Subj: armies despoiling the forests

Zandramas, you made a very serious mistake...a very serious error in
judgement. Why anyone thinks that Hashan troops are better than
Shallamese troops is beyond this simple Goddess. Shallam (or
Ashtan)troops only _may_ have been in the Northern Ithmia at some point.
Thus, in order to stop a possiblity, you have assured occupation of the
Northern Ithmia, by a city that is certainly FAR more suspect in its
motives towards the forest than Shallam is.

I may have overreacted by casting you out of My order instead of merely
demoting you, but given that you don't even seem to feel you have made
an error. We have the armies of Hashan, city of Twilight, occupying one
of Achaea's three forests, due, directly, to your You say you would
never endanger our homes, but you invited the armies of

Hashan is foul city, run by a foul patron. The words of Twilight's
followers cannot be trusted, as he is well-known for his like of lying
and deceit.

Penned by my hand on the 14th of Aeguary, in the year 227 AF.

EDITORS NOTE: The scroll in question had been blotted to some extent,
rendering some sentences unreadable. Narses
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
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DRUIDS NEWS #1054 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To : Apprentice Druid
Mirland Subj: cities

What use do Druids have for cities? If I were given patronage of Hashan,
all I would do is shut the city down. Druids do not belong in cities,
whether I am the patron or not. It's just not Druidic!

Penned by my hand on the 6th of Valnuary, in the year 227 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 42)
DRUIDS NEWS #1099 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To : Everyone Subj:
Firefox

The forest is now Firefox's enemy. A druid, supposed protector of the
forests, has sold them out to further his own laughably petty ambitions.
By lying to people (he borrowed money, supposedly for a shop, and then
donated it to Hashan), and by simply collection gold and such, Firefox
singlehandedly significantly helped to fund Hashan's recent murder and
rape of the Northern Ithmia forest.

When Hashan attacked the Northern Ithmia with its filthy troops, Firefox
assured me that he was only a citizen and member of the government in
order to undermine it. Clearly this isn't true, or that statue of him
(which I'm sure he's so proud of in his immaturity) in Founder's Square
in Hashan wouldn't be there.

I feel strongly enough about this issue that I will renounce patronage
of the guild if Firefox is allowed to stay in it. I will not be part of
that kind of hypocrisy.

Penned by my hand on the 13th of Lupar, in the year 230 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 43)
DRUIDS NEWS #1110 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To : Everyone Subj:
Firefox's Crime

Greetings Druids

Following the recent events concerning Firefox's crimes against the
forests, if as he says he was misled, then in order for him to obtain
forgiveness of such a heinous mistake he must perform the following ..

1. Quitting the city of Hashan and publically denouncing them for
misleading him.

2. Petitioning Sarapis to remove this statue (this is nothing more than
a monument to his own egotism and folly).

If he is truly sorry this will be actions close to his heart. Let his
actions speak for him.

Gaia

Penned by my hand on the 7th of Chronos, in the year 230 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 44)
DRUIDS NEWS #1113 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To : Apprentice Druid
Cyril, the Tree Hugger Subj: Firefox

You are young, and ignorant, Cyril, so I will not disfavour you for your
heresy. I do find it funny though that a Druid would want to tear a
shrine to Nature down.

Firefox knew what the money was going to be used for, end of story. The
Hashan news is full of posts saying what the money was for, and there
was a formal competition to see who could donate the most money for the
city's expansion.

Penned by my hand on the 10th of Glacian, in the year 230 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 45)
DRUIDS NEWS #1122 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To : Everyone Subj:
Guild Patronage

Druids

A few days I posted against my better nature what i thought were lenient
conditions for this guild to retain my blessing as patron, but if you
prefer to continue your endless debate over this mortal "firefox"
heresey against me so be it.

This leave me no choice to believe that this guild has finally turned
itself away from the protection of the forests over its ever non
decisive reaction to events.

Remember i created this guild and set its path many ages ago, you should
like myself find those actions i have advised you of totally
unacceptable and act accordingly.

You have failed to do so.

Hence forth from this day i shall turn my back on this guild until, like
the Oakstone Council they show that they are here to protect natures
domain as they were created.

Zandramas I expect your immediate answer on behalf of the guild whether
you shall continue on the path of enemies to the forest.

Those druids who belong to Oakstone, you will of course continue to be
under my spirit and love as do those within my order.

Finally those who did join the druids for its original and true
intention of protection of nature, feel free to offer messages to me of
your allegiance, I will remember those who don't fail me when the
forests need you most.

Farewell Druids until call upon me again when you have again found your
path.

Gaia, Earthmother, Goddess of Nature.

Penned by my hand on the 22nd of Mayan, in the year 230 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 46)
DRUIDS NEWS #1164 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To: Everyone Subj:
Druids

Greetings dear children

I have returned to you children do not take my patronage for granted.

On that subject i wish to make clear what i expect from this guild in
return for my gift of the forests.

Druids should and will be expected to live a druidic lifestyle. I frown
upon cities and the harm that the visit upon this guild and my entire
realm. Learn from Firefox's mistake do not be taken in by them. On this
note I personally will not enforce the non citizenship of cities but I
shall and I expect all the forest living druids will always view those
who take up citizenship with a degree of suspicion.

My realm is open to all men & women of all races, as long as no harm is
causes, the matter of shrines is one of politeness between yourselves
and the church.

Next issue is the one of harvesting of plants, use your judgement
druids, if you all act selfishly you only harm yourselves. And of course
if you make any plants extinct you will have my wrath & vengeance upon
you.

The matter of hunting is a moral individual one to you all, nature is
based upon the whole matter of hunter and hunted therefore hunting
within my realm is permitted again its a question of extent, too much
harms us all.

Finally those druids who feel they would like to be counted as truely
one with nature shall step forward and be counted as an Oakstone druids,
within this treaty you will side with other likeminded individuals
guided by myself for the protection of the forest.

Since my release and purge of the insanity I seek only to safeguard my
realm. Follow that path druids and you will receive my favoured council.

Gaia, Earthmother.
Goddess of Nature

Penned by my hand on the 14th of Glacian, in the year 231 AF
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 47)
DRUIDS NEWS #1207 From: Gaia, Goddess of Nature To: Zandramas, Lord of
Nature Subj: Well spoken Dignity

Greetings Zandramas

My child I have watched you grown from newborn to the druid you are
today, your concern for the guild has overcome any personal feelings for
power and control you are once again the druid that I nurtured as a
young sapling.

Rest your heart for you are now taken from this guild back to the family
you belong. From this day Zandramas you are welcomed back within the
Order of Nature, your pendant and my symbol await thee.

Welcome my druid

Gaia, Goddess of Nature

Penned by my hand on the 5th of Sarapin, in the year 234 AF.
You read what is written on a black leather journal:
"Selected Works of Gaia part I", By Dreaming Druidess Samakhulis Moonflair (Page 48)
REGISTER

Animals.................................I: 12; II: 17
Arawn....................................I: 24
Ashtan...................................I: 38; II: 6, 35
Atheism.................................II: 13
Aurora....................................I: 38
Balance..................................II: 36 (see also: Landmarks)
Buckthorn..............................I: 7, 10, 13, 17, 19; II: 15
Cactus Weed........................I: 28, 29
Chaos.....................................I: 13, 38
Charnley................................I: 34, 35
Cities......................................I: 41, 46; II: 6, 9
Citizenship............................I: 46; II: 9 (see also:
Neutrality)
Claryssa.................................I: 36
Cliques...................................II: 11
Cynne.....................................II: 11
Concoctions..........................I: 34
Council of the Moon............I: 22
Crystal Leaf Shop...................II: 24
Darkenwood Ritual...............II: 27, 28, 36, 37
Dashel.....................................I: 36
Dormancy...............................I: 30
Druidettes...............................I: 35
Dryads....................................II: 27
Elections................................I: 17, 19, 20, 35; II: 12, 14,
20, 21
Elixirs, Secret.........................II: 30, 31
Eris..........................................I: 38
Firefox.....................................I: 42, 43, 44, 45, 46
Freedom of speech...............I: 35, 36; II: 9, 33
Gaian Tree/Thoth's Bough...II: 35 (See also: Landmarks)
Galadriel................................II: 15
Greenhouse...........................II: 7
Groves....................................I: 9, 34
Grove Preservation..............II: 19
Guild Journal.........................II: 16, 29
Guildhall.................................I: 8, 11; II: 16
Gunthar................................II: 20, 22
Haidion..................................I: 7, 8, 17, 19, 26, 27; II: 15
Harvesting.............................I:46
Hashan...................................I: 38, 40, 42, 43, 44; II: 27
(see also: Twilight, Neutrality)
Hunting..................................I: 12, 46 (see also: Animals)
Isildur.....................................I: 38
Istavan..................................II: 23, 25, 30
Ithmia....................................I: 38, 39, 42 (See also:
Hashan, Firefox)
Jallah.....................................II: 28
Jordi.......................................I: 29
Kadessa................................II: 33
Kharon...................................I: 15, 16, 24, 26, 27
Krissandra............................II: 6, 9
Lalayna..................................I: 38
Landmarks............................II: 35
Lastharvest..........................II: 19