The Saint Astrid's Day Travancian Bachelor Auction

I think the bulk of the people are donating the money to the land to which they are sworn. I expect we will either provide a list or announce the relevant charity/land at the auction or both.

As another note - I warned my brother I'd be making efforts of this nature for him... he just probably didn't take me seriously.

Caldor

Any "batchelor" that feels that they have been listed unwillingly is welcome to step down, without loss of honor or face. If there is an issue, they can talk to me in public or private. As long as all parties are willing and no laws are broken, I see no issue with this.

Were I not wed, I would likely be up there myself to support the cause.

Gideon,

We were under the impression that all were willing - we would never hold someone to this who did not want to be there. My brother will have to explain to Wife and Sister why he steps down if he does, but I'm sure that he would not deprive the people of travance the chance to win his company.

Caldor

Absolutely. I am making this clear for the public, to dispel any doubt.

I assure you, the consquences of explaining to Aella and Big bear would be quite enough to compel me to do virtually anything. I am not being coerced.

If anything, this is a WONDERFUL time to corner your teachers for lessons! Literally buy the block of time to learn from them.

I will not be present upon the date of the auction.
However, the wrath of the Northman appeals to me.
His subjugation under the peer pressure of his kinsfolk shall make a fine tale.

I preemptively will bid a perfectly cut diamond for Grimkjell Eirson.
It shall be delivered, along with a tale of the assignation upon my return to the proper.
Assuming the people would not be so gauche as to outbid me.

Prepare yourself, Fury.
I have such sights to show you.

-S

S,
That is an amazing bid.

As this will be a live auction we will need someone to be present in your stead as your representative to place the bid and make the payment. Should you win, your date can be scheduled for whenever you are back in the proper.
-Thalia.

Arrangements will be made.

-S

Hjolda!

While I have no interest in bidding myself I do have interest in worthwhile causes.

In the spirit of the season, I would like to offer to my own coin, to be used for the bidding. If there are any short of the means to participate in this lovely affair, do not hesitate to contact me.
Lending aid for a philanthropic cause, is a luxury I most certainly believe all should be privileged to participate in.

Cyndra Stagsblood,
Student of practical and ethical druidics
Envoy of the Hierophant
Vassal of Alisandria

Cyndra,

Thank you for your generosity.

Caldor

If the resulting auction funds are going towards the lands these fine gentlemen belong to, I would like to see ALL lands and communities represented. If I am not mistaken, there is no one from our Romani/Barovi community nominated, nor anyone from Alisandria. If I have missed other lands not nominated, I apologize, it is difficult to keep track of land members.

~ Lina Marinescu

I am certain that Karkat will fetch a fine bid.

Lina,

A note: The land of the person is not guaranteed any funds. The person may choose to donate it to a different charity. At least one person has already indicated they want their proceeds going to the orphan funds.

Caldor

Lina,

At the time we hit our designated number these were the gentlemen who volunteered. We capped the number where we did due to worries of time constrictions due to scheduling with official Baronial meetings and the fact that eventually I do have to kick everyone out so we can prepare the dining hall for feast

That being said, if you know of anyone from any of the lands who have not yet been represented (I believe we are missing Alisandria and Pendarvin - we did originally have a Pendarvinite, Burke was one of the first three, but he left town) who wish to be part of it, we can try and move things around to include them.

-Thalia

Ah! Thank you for the explanations! My apologies for the misunderstanding. While strange, I hope this custom benefits those in need as you intend.