Morning Coffee Break

Got your morning cup of coffee and a few minutes? Great! We're continuing our coffee break feature at the View - we're going to be asking a series of questions and we want to know your answers! The question is posted below. So while you sip your morning beverage of choice, ruminate on this one:

 In fantasy world filled with different deities, do you believe the gods are the source of what is right and wrong, or are they bound by a greater moral truth? and if your patron commanded something once considered wrong, would it become right simply because they willed it?

Head on back to Social Media to let us know! 

Low Res Realms 4!

 It's time for a new interactive feature here at the View

Below is a photo... kinda.

It certainly used to be a photograph before we converted it to a pixelated mess.

We'd like you to figure out the following based on just the squares of color below.

• What event is this?
• What is happening in this picture?
• Who are some of the people in the picture?

The full photo will be revealed later this afternoon.

2026 EHC Digest

Hello everyone,

I want to take a moment to sincerely thank everyone who attended both the Players Meeting and the Event Holders Council. Serving in this role within the community is no small undertaking. Making decisions that impact the entire community can feel daunting at times. However, once the meetings concluded, I was reminded exactly why we do this work: for the love of our community.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, stayed engaged, and remained respectful and focused. Your professionalism and kindness helped ensure that both meetings ran smoothly and productively. Thank you to those who paused to say “thank you” throughout the process, who approached conversations with respect, and who remained thoughtful even when decisions and discussions were complex. That spirit of gratitude and mutual respect makes all the difference. It’s what allows us to have hard conversations while still feeling united in purpose.

At the Players Meeting, we had 55 virtual participants and addressed 56 total proposals. Of those, 37 passed and advanced to the Event Holders Council.

At the Event Holders Council 44 eligible Event Holders were in attendance. We addressed pending CRB cases, reviewed 39 proposals (31 of which passed), and conducted a thorough review of our standing policies. As a result, we officially removed the COVID Standing Policy enacted on June 12, 2021, as well as the Modified Non-Com Rules, which have now been incorporated as a formal rule. We also voted in our new administrative teams (which can be found below!)

I would also like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to the team members who supported these efforts every step of the way and throughout both meetings.

Crystal W. — thank you for the many hours of preparation leading up to both meetings and for your steady support throughout. Thank you for helping steer conversations with clarity and care, making space for voices to be heard while keeping us moving forward. Your passion and dedication does not go unnoticed. 

Nataliya K. — thank you for being an absolute rock star. Your help with counting hands and cards at both meetings, along with coordinating and organizing those joining virtually for CRB proceedings, ensured accuracy and kept everything on track.

Emma S. — thank you for assisting with counting at the Players Meeting, securing the room for the EHC, running the computer and always being one of my biggest supporters. 

Anna R. and Kyle Y. — thank you both for jumping in last minute to assist with counting at the Players Meeting. Your willingness to step up wherever needed is deeply appreciated.

Keith C. - thank you for always giving me a safe space to talk things out and providing meaningful guidance especially leading up to the EHC, and for answering procedural questions on how certain things were handled last year

Tucker N. — thank you for helping talk through and clarify the CRB processes. Your insight and guidance were invaluable during those discussions.

Pi Fisher — thank you for answering my questions throughout the EHC and for being such a steady and knowledgeable resource.

I’d also like to thank everyone who stayed afterward to help clean up quickly following the in-person meeting. That extra effort and teamwork did not go unnoticed and is another example of the care people continue to show for our shared space and community.

It truly takes a village to carry out work of this scale, and I am so thankful to be surrounded by people who are willing to show up and give so generously of themselves.

Thank you all for your continued commitment to this community.

-Dani Lacasse

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2026 Administrative Roles:

Administrative Meeting Organizer(s)

Pi Fisher 

Backup: Crystal Welch 

Complaint Review Board

Chairperson: Nataliya K.

Vice Chairperson: Emily Murphy 

Paul Tilton 

Hannah Boucher 

Pi Fisher 

Backups:

Ben Lacasse 

Ed Drummond 

Josh Learned 

Death Marshal

Bri Meisser

Backup: Ian Pushee

Event List Administrator

Ian Pushee  

Backup: Dani Lacasse

Facebook Moderation Team

Dani Lacasse 

Jason Rosa

Sarah Fournier

Nataliya K.

Nixon Showalter 

Minister of Magic Items 

Ian Pushee 

Backup: Tim Suitor

Omnibus Editorial Committee

Kelly Perfetto

Pi Fisher

Nixon Showalter 

Cameron Huneke

Zachary Koval

Why I Joined - Syruss of Neden

Lots of players in our game are part of nations. This series gives them a chance to talk about why they decided to join and what it means to them. If you would like to talk about why you joined your nation, please fill out this form. 

Who are you? (IC and/or OOC)

Demon Lord Sir Syruss O'Leary OOC Cal Marsden

 

What nation are you in?

I am the current leader of Neden

 

How long have you been a member?

It feels like my whole life. But I was a member of Grimloch from 2004 to 2012 when I joined Neden

 

Why did you join this nation?

To help my Brother Nymbous O'Leary re-brand and re-work the Nation to the group of rascals we have today. We had a formula and vision of being a more lighthearted group that prioritized uplifting moments for others. 

 

What sets your nation apart from others?

Our Cheeky Light Hearted demeanor. We also probably have more demons than anyone. we also pride ourselves on our weapons and props that we use for prizes at events.

 

What makes you proud to wear your nation’s colors?

To know where the nation was to where it went during my tenure. I am very proud of our props, funny story telling, our world building and most of all the OOC bonds we have all made.

 

What’s the most powerful moment you’ve experienced as a member of your nation?

Transitioning from the number 2 to the Lord of the nation. I had figured being the lord of a nation at the point was not in my cards. It was easy being the ideas guy with someone spearheading the projects I wasn't sure I was up to fill those shoes....I hope I did OK.

 

How does your nation help you become the person you want to be?

It helped me work with different people with different view points and goals and honestly the early stuff probably laid the background for me getting my masters in Psychology and Counseling. But I now have an impeccable ability to wrangle cats without a laser pointer.

 

What should someone do if they want to join?

Give me a high five and tell me why they are interested. We would need to make sure it is a mutual fit.

 

Anything else you'd like to say about your nation?

I am thank for everyone past and present that have worn the Green and Black. We are currently working on being more of a presence and back to throwing regular events so stay tuned for more of the Marvelous Neden Crew 

Neden for Life

Meme Monday

 by the Meme Team

Realmsle #28

 

                       

This custom Wordle-adjacent-puzzle features a 5-letter word that is particularly relevant to the Realms.

If the embedded page isn't working below you can click this link to get to the puzzle.

Like regular Wordle you can copy your result's (but only if you follow the link), so paste them or a screenshot onto social media to let us know how you did. But no spoilers!

Warble’s Scattered Timeline

 When Warble died in her fight against Aniniak, pieces of her timeline became scattered to the wind. The adventures were able to pick up audio of key moments of her time. Below is a rough transcript of what they heard.

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Timeline piece #1

Scene: Warble confides in Tik, and asks them for a new tool

Warble: “Tik, is now a good time?” Tone should be the satisfied tone of knowing it’s a good time

Tik: Deep sigh. “You already know that it is. How can I help you, Warble?”

Warble: “My time is running out. I need something from you.”

Tik: “What do you mean your time is running out. Warble what are you going to do?”

Warble: “I’m so sorry. It’s too late. I’ve already done it”

Tik: “I swear to the Starlords I will get Andromeda in here”

Warble: “You know they’d support me. But I’m not here to discuss my choices. I’m here for a tool to make sure I succeed"

Tik: “What do you need?”

Warble: “I’m going to activate the runestar protocol”

Tik: Surprised “Shit. That bad? Why are you coming to me and not Gina?”

Warble: “Because I know you can keep a secret. And because it’s not the magic I need. It’s the right tool for the job.”

Tik: “When do you need it by?”

Warble: “5 minutes ago. Sorry about this. Please activate this rune? Time rune activated”

Tik: "Creation rune activated”

*Hammering + fast forward noises*

Warble: “Oh no. I’m too late. They’re all dead. Calstus? I understand. I’m ready”

Tik: “Warble. Wait. Good luck.”

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Timeline section #2

Scene: In the trial room, a 15 year old Franklin is receiving his alignment. He stands before the Twelve Guardians.

Warble: “Welcome Franklin Coleman, do you have any questions before we begin?”

Franklin: “You’re Warble right? From the festivals? Does this mean you want me to align to you?”

Warble: “Patience. We’ll get there. I am Warble, Guardian of Time. You have completed your trials. Those of us who feel you best embodied our aspects are going to speak to you-“

Franklin: Franklin interrupts “Yeah yeah yeah I know. I’ve heard the stories. Which of you can give me the power I am looking for?”

There is a long pause.

Warble: “You have the potential to be a great time mage… But I must warn you that aligning to time is a great responsibility; it takes a specific type of person to-“

Franklin: Interrupting again “I’m not just going to be a great time mage. I’m going to be the best time mage there ever was.”

Another pause.

Warble: “I truly hope you’re right. For all our sakes. Mortals have free will. But I do not. If you would choose it, you may align with me”

Franklin: “I align with you then, Warble”

Warble: “Very well. Welcome, Franklin of Time. And may the Starlords help us all”

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Timeline section #3

Scene: Andorr and Warble have a conversation about Warble’s choice to intervene

Andorr: I am sorry, Warble. Above all else, we honor choice. It was Nelson’s choice to sacrifice himself. You saved him. You robbed him of the outcome of his own choice.

Warble: I stand by my actions. Keeper Nelson has a destiny to fulfill. One that would have been ended if I had let him perish there.

Andorr: And who decides his destiny? His fate? You, Warble? You have purview over that realm, and I would not violate your own choices, but you walk a fine line. Saving him. Bringing him through time.

Warble: And I will walk it again, and again. I am not like you, Andorr. I could not stand idly by, not when I had the power to help. You know this. I think you always did.

Andorr: I do. And you have your own choices to make. But, if you think Chronos sits idly by, you know not who he is. The Church of Chronos will act when it is right. Chronos will act when it is right. No sooner, and no later.

Warble: And in the meantime, you just let people die?

Andorr: People die. In the end, all mortals die. What they choose to do with their time matters.

Warble: Shouldn’t they have as much time as they can? The chance to make those choices?

Andorr: “They do. Farewell, Warble. You and I will not meet again for a long while. Know that, in spite of our differences, you are a friend to us. In the time of your greatest need, one of ours will be there, where they need to be. That is how we choose. Goodbye.

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Timeline section #4

Scene: A young Warble is having a discussion with Calstus about the nature of free will

Warble: Hey Calstus? Can I ask you a question?

Calstus: You may.

Warble: You say we have free will. But how can I have free will if I can see everything that is going to happen?

Calstus: He pauses for a moment, considering his words Just because you know what is going to happen does not mean you have no free will. The free will of those who experience time as you do is precious, because you choose in spite of knowing the outcome.

Warble: How is it a choice then? If I know what I am going to do before I do it?

Calstus: Calstus sighs audibly, You safeguard possibilities. Even if you know what choice you are going to make, it is possible to choose others. You just need to make your own choices. For you, having free will itself is a choice. 

Warble: That doesn’t make any sense

Calstus: One day it will. And when that day comes, find me. I’ll be waiting

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Bonus listens: 

Bridge of Hope

Time Loop