Heralds and Rumours
Brigand Crackdown in Zianne.
Ilenbury, Le Royaumme du le Forestaine,
8/20, 991 RT.[translated from baleric] This is an official statement from the Office of the Mayor of Ilenbury, the Honourable Martine Trastice.
Due to the distasteful increase in the activity of highway criminals, violent brigands and other law-breakers of negligible moral fibre, the Crusader Provincial Command of Zianne has, at the behest of the people, begun increased operations of provincial security, summary inspection and safety enforcement within our great province of Zianne. This action will ensure the safe passage of all His Royal Majesty's subjects, and their guests.
We ask of all travelers that they be ready to submit themselves to inspections and brief questioning, in order to ascertain their innocence and to root out the vile brigands who continue to perpetrate these action of wanton robbery and cruel violence. As well, all merchants or those conducting business are asked to obtain the necessary permits for their cargo and goods, and that these papers be readily on hand for verification. Please note that in the need to curtail these criminal activities of theft and the transport of contraband or stolen materials, the right of privacy may be suspended with great sensitivity.
However, with your cooperation, with the kind assistance of all good people, the wrong-doers who prey upon the weak and defenseless will be brought to justice with swift and efficient action. All operations are based at Chateau Ilenbury.
Further, please be advised that the road tax will be increased to one hachedor [gold] per vehicle, during this time, to finance the increase in constabulary supervision.
Finally, a reward of one hundred hachedors will be honoured for any information leading to the capture of a brigand, or brigand group. If you know of, or suspect, the location of any criminal entity, we emplore you to assist us by contacting any local Crusader. Any further questions or comments can be brought to the attention of Crusader Royale Sir Ranseur, Commandant of Chateau Ilenbury, or the Offices of the Mayor of Ilenbury, the Honourable Martine Trastice.
This report was delivered to us by Official Bearer, from the Office of the Mayor of Ilenbury, Zianne Province, Forestaine. In service of His Royal Majesty!
We hope to keep you updated on the level of safety in traveling through Zianne. Second Sanctum recommends that travel be undertaken in large numbers as this tends to discourage robbers.