Saint Mark

Giovanniland Eliminated in the Round of 16 of the 4th Rugby World Cup
Kaisah, Dalimbar — In an upset match, Giovanniland lost to Nieubasria 6 to 13 in Port Kaisah Stadium. The game started with number 8 Giovanna Antonia scoring a drop goal and left wing Markio Telliano Ulpio adding to the score after a penalty, with the Giovannilandians maintaining the advantage at half time. However, the Basrians surprised everyone in the second half, their players Fabian Carver and Isaak Quintero each achieving a try, and Teo Nelson completing the final score of 6-13 with a drop goal. Nieubasria advanced to the quarterfinals, but eventually lost to hosts Dalimbar.
Several major prediction sites picked Giovanniland as the winner, especially considering the team's upwards improvement in the last few group stage matches, but they were left disappointed. In the last group stage match, the Giovannilandians had defeated the Fluvians in another clean sheet, 15 to 0. Demetro Gianluka was the star of the match, earning ten points alone with his two tries scored, and Lavinia Tullio-Kesari completed the game with a late try with five minutes remaining on the game.
 
King and Prime Minister visit Oborin Palace
Saint Andreisburg, Dalimbar — King Giovanni VI and PM Elisa Anario-Silva have arrived at the Oborin Palace in the capital of Dalimbar, Saint Andreisburg. The head of state and government are visiting Marshal Markus Briand for a state dinner alongside His Serene Highness Prince Marcarius of Saint Mark. The leaders of the three major Esferian economies are meeting at a famous palace that once served as the residence for the Marshals of Dalimbar built by Marshal Petrov Oborin and now hosts state and cultural events.
Accompanying the Giovannilandian King and Prime Minister are Tarquino Albio-Tertullio, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Flavio Lavandino, Minister of Trade, while the Dalimbari and Saint Markan delegations will similarly feature other high officials of each nation. The three countries are hoping to strengthen ties between each other and propose ideas for new partnerships, at this cordial moment during the 4th Rugby World Cup that Dalimbar is hosting. We at the Nuntikarta Giovanniterrana will continue to watch the developments of this important occasion and deliver live news to all our readers.

MD Strengthens Supply Chain for Lithium-Ion Batteries
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 17, 1623
  
The Ministry for the Defense's (MD) Directorate of Logistic Capability and Prioritization (DLCP) has entered into a ₢72.5 million agreement with Aerodyne Galactic (AG) to expand and modernize AG's facilities in Corentin and Semarapol, where the company manufactures complex lithium-ion batteries. These systems power the Navy's latest submarines, along with several additional civil and commercial applications. The funds will modernize manufacturing processes at the company's facilities, consolidate production lines, purchase equipment, build systems to process data, and increase production and delivery speed.
"The Directorate of Logistic Capability and Prioritization is moving forward with appropriate urgency to support strategic industrial sectors crucial to protecting national security. This critical investment will modernize battery production in Cambria, in addition to creating technical and skilled labor jobs at multiple domestic facilities," said Dr. Jakob Must, Associate Minister for the Defense.

Minister for the Defense Commends Actions Taken by the Defense Intelligence Agency and Cambrian Forces Military Police
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 16, 1423
As Minister for the Defense of the Kingdom of Cambria, I want to express my gratitude to the Defense Intelligence Agency and Cambrian Forces Military Police for their successful efforts in thwarting an individual who planned to carry out an attack against Seda's power grid. The recent press release from the Ministry of Justice highlights the seriousness of this situation, and the swift action taken by our intelligence and law enforcement agencies has prevented a potential disaster.
The Ministry for the Defense is fully committed to working with the Ministry of Justice to ensure that the individual responsible for the attempted attack receives the Queen's Justice. We pledge our full support and cooperation in this effort.
We must continue to prioritize the protection of the Queen's Peace and the safety and security of our citizens. Any attempt to disrupt this peace through violent means will not be tolerated, and we will take all necessary measures to prevent such incidents from occurring.
As Minister for the Defense, I want to remind all Cambrian service members, Defense civilians, and law enforcement officers that by working together, we can ensure our great kingdom remains safe and secure for all of our citizens.

Driver #1 Name: Ari Dasher Name Trigram: ADR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 3 Second Choice Car Number: 12 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 3 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Ari Dasher, age 28, is probably the most technically gifted driver in Aura, and possibly the world. There doesn’t seem to be a turn or grade that he can’t handle. He was born for the Lux Litore, where he has spent most of his time since he began racing at the age of 18. If he has a flaw, it is in his almost gentlemanly approach to his competitors, making him sometimes lose ground on the straightaway. Given his signature style and black hair and blue eyes, he seems to be a negative image of his twin brother, Celerio. Driver #2 Name: Celerio Dasher Name Trigram: CDR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 9 Second Choice Car Number: 27 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 5 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 3 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Although certainly not reckless, the blond-haired, brown-eyed Celerio Dasher, age 28, exhibits little of the technical aptitude of his twin brother, Ari, preferring instead to aggressively push his way past his competition. Although quite familiar with the Lux Litore, he has spent much more time than his brother racing around the world. If a course has a long, straight section, chances are he’ll create the space needed to finish first.
 
Circuit Name: The Lux Litore Circuit
Race Name: The Austra Grand Prix
Track Image:
 


Track Length (km): 3.337
Qualifying Type: One Shot
Track aggressiveness (1-10): 1.3
Track technicality (1-10): 8.7
(Aggressiveness and technicality should add up to 10)
Overtaking Difficulty (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is easy, 5 is difficult): 4.9
Margin for error (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is forgiving, 5 is treacherous): 4.6
Info: 
The circuit includes some of the most famous parts of any F1 racetrack: Casino Square, the tunnel section and the blisteringly fast Swimming Pool section, to name three.
Austra's tight, twisty and punishing circuit is considered the ultimate test of driver talent. While the car vs. driver debate has lingered as long as racing has existed, Austra is perhaps the one place above all others where a driver can make the key difference. As such, Austra's qualifying session is often one of the best, most intense and most important of the season. A qualifying lap around the ancient city is about as unforgiving as they come.
A drawback of the nature of the circuit, and F1's increasingly wider cars, is that the race tends to be more processional, with overtaking all but impossible at the majority of locations.
 
Team Name: The Saint Mark Vola Aurum Team Nation: Saint Mark Nationality Trigram: SMK Team color (in hex code): #ffff00 Reliability (Between 3 and 5): 4 Acceleration (Between 2 and 5): 3 Turning (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Team bio: Vola Aurum has been synonymous with technical driving expertise almost since Formula 1 racing in Aura began. Team Captain/Trainer/Guru, Valentine Aragretto has produced consistent winners. The team’s style is a reflection of its training on its home circuit, the narrow, twisting Lux Litore. Cornering capability can literally be life-saving on this unforgiving course. His current stars are the twin brothers, Ari and Celerio Dasher, cousins of the Lions’ Rugby Left Wing, Hugo Dasher. Engine manufacturer: Vola Automotive Engine name (if different): VA F1 Champion Reliability (between -1 and 1): -0.5 Actuation (between -1 and 1): -0.45 Tare (between -1 and 1): .95
Tire Manufacturer Name: Zephyr Saint Mark Reliability (Between -1 and 1): -0.6 Traction (Between -1 and 1): .6 R & T ratings should add up to no more than 0.  

The Saint Mark Vola Aurum
 

Driver 1 - Preferred Driver in the Team 
Name: Hentig Likurt 
Name Trigram: LIK 
Nationality Trigram: URF 
Preferred Car Number: 90 
Second Choice Car Number:95 
Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 3 
Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 4 
Technique (Between 2 and 5): 5 
 
Driver's bio: Hentig Likurt (M) is a very careful, but fast driver having mastered Fauthur's most nefarious racing tracks and dominated the countries racing leaderboards in go-kart, rally racing,  
and 24 hour endurance races. He is 27 years of age, has a wife and 2 kids, both male and female and has won several trophies and titles in his career. Over the years, he has proven himself to be reliable and conservative in his racing style,  
often taking rest in front or behind opponents cars in races to cool down his overheated breaks and sometimes even engine. On the Rally front, 4 titles all in multiple stage rally in the national Fauthur Rally Championship. Here’s where his technicality comes to play, fast paced precision corner cutting, drifting around corners, and gaining time wherever possible. 
In team racing however, driving with and around a teammate in another car, he has been showing himself to be kind of selfish and sometimes refuses to coordinate with his team mates. Regardless of the races outcome, he will always take well deserved rest with his family and not overreact. He is the nations number one racing driver and will take on every international competition related to racing.
 
 
Driver 2 - Secondary Driver in the Team 
Name: Hetrin Lomia
Name Trigram: LOM 
Nationality Trigram: URF 
Preferred Car Number:92 
Second Choice Car Number:97 
Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 5
Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 5 
Technique (Between 2 and 5): 2
 
Driver's bio: Hetrin Lomia (F), born in the capital city of Fauthur, West Fauthur, 23 years ago is a aspiring Futhurian High Speed Racing driver taking part in the National Speed Racing League that happens every year (Like Formula 1). Given that a lot of Fauturian Tracks in the League are made for speed and fuel management specifically, there isn't much technique to be used in the corner lacking circuits. This has prompted her to adopt a really aggressive, though reliable racing style as much to her abilities as she can. So far, she has taken part in 3 seasons of the NSRL and took the champion title once. the other two times were third place and 7th place in the championship. Alhtough Fast and Reliable, she still lacks some major experience the other drivers don't. 
 
Team
Team Name: Epsylon Fira Racing Team

Team Nation: United Republics of Fauthur
Nationality Trigram: URF
Team colour: #0e0e7a
Reliability: 5
Acceleration: 4
Turning: 3
Team bio: The Epsylon Fira Racing Team is a Fauthurian National Racing team competing and specialising in classic racing and elimination races. It has been around for around 14 years since the creation of the "Klagendorfer Hubring", a oval racing track situated in a small village on the coast area of Fauthur. This is also where their HQ is located. In the 14 years around, they've climbed up the ranks to be one of Fauthurs most reknowned Racing Teams with several constructors championship titles, aswell as awards for best driver academy in Fauthur. Both Hetrin Lomia and Hentig Likurt have been in the academy of the Epsylon Fira Racing Team. They own multiple Racing Tracks in West Fauthur and are the Racing Team nominated to the signups by the Fauthurian government. 
 
Track
Circuit Name: Heppenfelde National High Speed Circuit
Race Name: Grosser Pres vo Fauthur (Grand Prix of Fauthur)
 
Track Length (km): 6.35 km
Qualifying Type: Traditional
Track aggressiveness: 7
Track technicality: 3
(Aggressiveness and technicality should add up to 10)
Overtaking Difficulty: 1.8
Margin for error: 2
Info: Heppenfelde is the oldest Race track in Fauthur that hasn't decayed. It is located in the rural East Fauthur in a smaller city inhabiting 15.000~ people called Heppenfelde. It's been used for more than 80 years hosting all types of races, from elimination and classic racing, to endurance racing and time attack racing with cars as well as motorbikes and therefore draws widespread attention whenever a race is happening. It is a big track featuring many long and slightly curving sections where aggressive drivers can really excell at their abilities, a couple of sharp turns, especially Turn 15 and 16, nicknamed "Speedy Halt" Due to a history of many drivers overseeing the sudden sharp turn and crashing into the barriers. Then we got turn 19 and turn 20 which are nicknamed "The Wrecking S" where many duels have found a gnarly end due to a very hard break from a long and speedy straight. The track offers 2 emergency drive off routes which were only recently built in the last year to stop cars from crshing into hard barriers there. It also offers plenty of sand banks and gravel pools to stop any sliding car that has spiralled out of control without crashing into a hard barrier. The track consists of 3 Sectors, each measuring the top speed and time of drivers all the time and with a lot of Safety Stewards and Emergency Response Units, such as ambulances and firetrucks along the way to quickly deal with any issues on track. It also boasts cheap tickets due to the many spots in which visitors can watch the race at all along the track.
 
It is famous amongst racers all about Fauthur because of it's simplicity and aggressiveness.
Track Image: 

 
 

16 April 1423
Fort Kaisah Stadium
Loosehead prop Amo-Adawehi Tsasima, Hooker Attakullakulla Quegadu, and Tighthead Prop Salonitah Gelusva sat in three back seats on the higher levels of Kaisah Stadium, watching as the Ryxtylopian team finish up their practice session. Wearing some jackets and sunglasses while drinking bottles of water, the three players have been watching their next opponents practice for the past hour or so.
"Poor guys," began Amo-Adawehi, "their nerves were getting the best of them during practice."
"Its understandable considering their situation, they made their grand debut this year and already they are put up against the champions of the past two world cups in the quarterfinals." added Attakullakulla,
"I just wish they lightened up a bit, after all rugby is a game. Regardless of if it is a competition or not, it is a game that is supposed to be enjoyed by both players and spectators. All this forced optimism and pessimism will only negatively impact their performance in the match." said Salonitah,
"I hope it doesn't negatively impact them, I'm excited for the match and I want them playing at their best." Amo said with a frown,
"We all do, but it is too late to try and help make them feel any better. Poor guys are putting so much pressure on themselves like we did two years ago when we first made it to the quarterfinals." stated Attakullakulla,
"Now don't go on holding too much sympathy for them, we need to bring our A-game so that we give them a proper match whether or not they win or lose. If we half-ass this then that would be an insult to them." said Salonitah
"Agreed," responded Attakullakulla, "should we stick with game plan A like we have been doing or should we surprise everyone by using game plan B?"
"No clue yet, but we will figure it out." answered Amo,
"How about we send the Ryxtylopians a gift basket or something with a message wishing them luck and that we are looking forward to playing them?" suggested Attakullakulla,
"I think that is a good idea, maybe point out some things we noticed during their practice to help them improve?" asked Amo,
"Anyone know of any good basket we can buy? Not exactly sure what is considered a good quality basket in Dalimbar." said Salonitah,
"I don't think quality of basket matters much to the Dalimbari as much as it does to Zoranians, people in our country are still looking for quality baskets after the dissolution Quasena Basket Weaving Ent. because of how much the quality of a basket matters when giving a gift." commented Amo. All three of them cringed as the name "Quasena" was uttered as it brought back memories of the war.
"Anyways, you made a fair point," said Attakullakulla, "so we are decided on the basket and note idea?" 
"It sounds like it," said Salonitah, "let's get the team together to buy the basket and the gifts and we will write the note and have someone deliver it to the Ryxtylopians."
The three of them got up and left the stadium to inform the rest of the team of the plan.

The three limousines and two SUV security vehicles made a small parade on the way to the Oborin Palace. Prince Marcarius was in the middle limousine, its gleaming green finish reflecting the Saint Mark flags flying in front. With him, seated on the rich brown leather, were his valet, Clarkson, who would remain with the vehicle along with the driver, and Lord Brock. The other limousines, black with soft, gray leather interiors, held Lady Arlene and Archbishop Lumendei in one, and Colonel Dawson and Ms. Ardmore in the other. 
The Prince mused quietly as they glided through the city toward the impressive palace.
This state dinner could potentially be an important meeting. Trade was one topic that would be discussed, but although always important, of course, Saint Mark had no shortage of trading partners. What was even more important was beginning a closer relationship with this mysterious country. Who knows where this could lead? In the medium-term, he hoped it would lead to an opening for the missionaries from The Faith. In the long-term, perhaps the relationship with Saint Mark could be a help to these people ... perhaps opening it up a little. 
He wondered what the Marshall was like. He had governed his nation for quite some time now. How much longer would he continue in power? Who was waiting to take over? Would the transition, whenever that happened lead to more opportunities, or squash this little start?

The three limousines and two SUV security vehicles made a small parade on the way to the Oborin Palace. Prince Marcarius was in the middle limousine, its gleaming green finish reflecting the Saint Mark flags flying in front. With him, seated on the rich brown leather, were his valet, Clarkson, who would remain with the vehicle along with the driver, and Lord Brock. The other limousines, black with soft, gray leather interiors, held Lady Arlene and Archbishop Lumendei in one, and Colonel Dawson and Ms. Ardmore in the other. 
The Prince mused quietly as they glided through the city toward the impressive palace.
This state dinner could potentially be an important meeting. Trade was one topic that would be discussed, but although always important, of course, Saint Mark had no shortage of trading partners. What was even more important was beginning a closer relationship with this mysterious country. Who knows where this could lead? In the medium-term, he hoped it would lead to an opening for the missionaries from The Faith. In the long-term, perhaps the relationship with Saint Mark could be a help to these people ... perhaps opening it up a little. 
He wondered what the Marshall was like. He had governed his nation for quite some time now. How much longer would he continue in power? Who was waiting to take over? Would the transition, whenever that happened lead to more opportunities, or squash this little start?

Driver #1 Name: Ari Dasher Name Trigram: ADR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 3 Second Choice Car Number: 12 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 3 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Ari Dasher, age 28, is probably the most technically gifted driver in Aura, and possibly the world. There doesn’t seem to be a turn or grade that he can’t handle. He was born for the Lux Litore, where he has spent most of his time since he began racing at the age of 18. If he has a flaw, it is in his almost gentlemanly approach to his competitors, making him sometimes lose ground on the straightaway. Given his signature style and black hair and blue eyes, he seems to be a negative image of his twin brother, Celerio. Driver #2 Name: Celerio Dasher Name Trigram: CDR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 9 Second Choice Car Number: 27 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 5 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 3 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Although certainly not reckless, the blond-haired, brown-eyed Celerio Dasher, age 28, exhibits little of the technical aptitude of his twin brother, Ari, preferring instead to aggressively push his way past his competition. Although quite familiar with the Lux Litore, he has spent much more time than his brother racing around the world. If a course has a long, straight section, chances are he’ll create the space needed to finish first.
 
Circuit Name: The Lux Litore Circuit
Race Name: The Austra Grand Prix
Track Image:
 


Track Length (km): 3.337
Qualifying Type: One Shot
Track aggressiveness (1-10): 1.3
Track technicality (1-10): 8.7
(Aggressiveness and technicality should add up to 10)
Overtaking Difficulty (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is easy, 5 is difficult): 4.9
Margin for error (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is forgiving, 5 is treacherous): 4.6
Info: 
The circuit includes some of the most famous parts of any F1 racetrack: Casino Square, the tunnel section and the blisteringly fast Swimming Pool section, to name three.
Austra's tight, twisty and punishing circuit is considered the ultimate test of driver talent. While the car vs. driver debate has lingered as long as racing has existed, Austra is perhaps the one place above all others where a driver can make the key difference. As such, Austra's qualifying session is often one of the best, most intense and most important of the season. A qualifying lap around the ancient city is about as unforgiving as they come.
A drawback of the nature of the circuit, and F1's increasingly wider cars, is that the race tends to be more processional, with overtaking all but impossible at the majority of locations.
 
Team Name: The Saint Mark Vola Aurum Team Nation: Saint Mark Nationality Trigram: SMK Team color (in hex code): #ffff00 Reliability (Between 3 and 5): 4 Acceleration (Between 2 and 5): 3 Turning (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Team bio: Vola Aurum has been synonymous with technical driving expertise almost since Formula 1 racing in Aura began. Team Captain/Trainer/Guru, Valentine Aragretto has produced consistent winners. The team’s style is a reflection of its training on its home circuit, the narrow, twisting Lux Litore. Cornering capability can literally be life-saving on this unforgiving course. His current stars are the twin brothers, Ari and Celerio Dasher, cousins of the Lions’ Rugby Left Wing, Hugo Dasher. Engine manufacturer: Vola Automotive Engine name (if different): VA F1 Champion Reliability (between -1 and 1): -0.5 Actuation (between -1 and 1): -0.45 Tare (between -1 and 1): .95
Tire Manufacturer Name: Zephyr Saint Mark Reliability (Between -1 and 1): -0.6 Traction (Between -1 and 1): .6 R & T ratings should add up to no more than 0.  

The Saint Mark Vola Aurum
 

The day before the storm
It was a chilly morning, and the team had gotten up early, Tivarra wanted them to get to training as soon as possible, to prepare for the match against Zoran, since this could be Ryxtylopia's last match in the tournament, for one of the debutant teams Ryxtylopia had done pretty well, and had reached the quarter finals, were they would the fellow Auran nation of Zoran, the previous champions of the tournament, victory wasn't out of the picture yet, but it did seem particularly challanging.
The zoranian team was on a 7 game winning streak, they had been the top team in their group, they had destroyed the peourouin team 30-5 and now they would go for their 8th victory against the players of the A.R.R.
But that was still a day away, and Tivarra had been pretty clear in yesterday's interview that the team wouldn't get a single bit of rest today since they had to train if they wanted to have the chance to beat Zoran, some saw this as reasonable, others didn't as they headed to the team's bus waiting outside the hotel lobby.
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Everybody had gathered in a line to board the bus, Tivarra had a list as he waited next to the entrance, opinions about getting up at 6:10 AM (IAT-4) were mixed to say the least.
"Ugh, i think Tivarra is overreacting again, i could've used some more sleep after the party we had on the lobby yesterday." Said Andreís Guilbirto
To this his friend, Pailo Darrias responded: "Well, i do also think he is overreacting, but then again, its Zoran who we're talking about, you and me are at the front we must be prepared"
"I guess, but i feel like he could have let us eat breakfast in peace like 2 hours later, then go to train."
"Well that's a good point..."
Meanwhile at the back of the line, Tivarra had gotten into an argument with another player
"Im telling you, why bother, you were pretty stressed with the Ostronia match and looked what happened, now you want to make us train all day?" Said Rinaco Zicha
To this Tivarra responded; "I would like to remind you we also trained pretty heavily for the Ostronia match, and it went very well."
"Yes, but it was exhausting, maybe you would know if you were running in a field with us, you just stand there shouting instructions and making us stand up and sit every now and then!"
"Hold on, i think both of you have some reason." Interviened Crystivas Ticacha. "Tivarra we understand that you want to put on a show, but you have to remember that we also need rest and recreation, theese matches are pretty intense sometimes, and this may be our last, so perhaps, tone it down a bit?"
"Ugh fine, ill let us go back earlier than expected" Responded Tivarra as he walked away frustrated.
"Phew, thanks Crystivas, i was worried we would stay there until dark."
"Its okay, he also seems pretty stressed out, but let's be honest its not out of the usual."
Tivarra walked back to the entrance of the bus, ready to call out to the 23 players that he would take to training.
"Hope the ride isn't long, im looking forward to this." Said Jilvian Ampardí
"Me too!" Said Rinaco Patochá
"Me three!" Responded Zincho Ampardia
"I mean, you three are always up for a challange aren't you?" Responded Adila Quistra
"I guess" Said Jilvian
"Alright everybody, get on the bus, the sooner we arrive the sooner you get to come back!" Shouted Tivarra, as he waited for everybody to board.
Then he boarded, as he told the driver; "Alright let's get going, so they dont complain to me all day about why we woke up early, i got a busy day ahead of me."
Then he sat down, as the bus began heading on its way, he was thinking a lot about the Zoran match, trying to come up with something to win the game, but he really couldn't think as the stress that had been present since the first matchday when the team played Fujai was still there.
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Tivarra continued thinking during the trip, he was having a hard time dealing with not only the stress of preparing for the upcomming games but also taking care of his player's needs, if Ryxtylopia won against Zoran it could not only massivley advance his career but his players careers too as many other rugby teams from other leagues would seek them, with their potential now being shown, and they could bring competitivity to the uncompetitive Ryxtylopian Rugby League.
But for now he reclined on the seat, and closed his eyes, maybe after all they had made it far enough and he could take a rest since taking on Zoran might be too hard of a challange, he really didn't know, but he would try his best even as his brain begged him to stop.

The Common Trust for Generic Medicines (CTGM) was established by the Hier in 1372. At the time, there was a growing concern among the public about the high cost of prescription drugs and the lack of access to essential medicines for many people. The trade associations and non-juridical trade unions seized this as a critical issue affecting the health and well-being of their members and the wider population.
CTGM was created as a public corporation with the mandate to manufacture, distribute, and export affordable generic pharmaceuticals. The trust's founding principles were to ensure that essential medicines are accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial status, and to use its profits to fund research and development of new drugs that were not profitable for private companies.
CTGM's founding was not without controversy, as it faced fierce opposition from private pharmaceutical companies and their lobbyists, who argued that the trust would harm innovation and free-market competition. However, CTGM persevered and quickly gained support from the public, health professionals, and policymakers who recognized the urgent need for affordable medications.
Over the years, CTGM has grown and diversified its product line, including the development of generic versions of drugs used to treat common chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma. CTGM has also invested in research and development of new drugs that target neglected diseases, such as tuberculosis and malaria, that disproportionately affect developing countries.
Since its founding, the CTGM has become a major player in the pharmaceutical industry in Nieubasria. It has established partnerships with healthcare providers, pharmacies, and distributors across the country to ensure that its products are widely available. The CTGM has also begun exporting its products to other countries, helping to make affordable medication more widely available throughout the world. Today, CTGM is a leading producer of affordable generic drugs in Nieubasria and a respected member of the international pharmaceutical industry. Its mission remains steadfast in ensuring that essential medicines are accessible to everyone and to use its profits to advance medical research and development.
The CTGM is governed by a board of directors appointed by the related trade associations that founded the corporation. The board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the CTGM, ensuring that the corporation is financially sustainable, and overseeing its operations.
CTGM leads the Astorian Strategy on Generic Medicines and Biosimilars. This strategy coordinates the development of product lines to prevent duplication of efforts, advises on tariffs for the import and export of medicines from the Astorian Union, and promotes international cooperation on medicine manufacture. 
 
 

Alcheran Parliament Proceedings
April 15, 1423
Current Business - 11:00 Member Statements
 
 
Speaker: "Member Silvestre is recognized for statement."
Islom Silvestre: "Not only as a representative of the Social Growth Compact, but as an Alcheran citizen, I am appalled by the President's extension of the license of the Basric Common Trust for Generic Medicines. It is utterly unacceptable for this corporation, set up by the legislature of another country, to be allowed to come in and undercut our local pharmaceutical companies. This move not only hurts our economy, but it puts the livelihoods of many Alcherans at risk.
"The CTGM claims to be providing affordable generic medicines to those who need it, but at what cost? There are several pharmaceutical companies that have been providing essential medicines domestically for many years. These companies have invested heavily in research and development, however, since the CTGM entered the market, they have been undercutting these companies by selling generic versions of the same drugs at a fraction of the price.
"By driving local companies out of business, they are essentially monopolizing the market and have the potential to drive up prices in the future. This move not only harms our economy, but it undermines the principles of fair competition and equitable trade.
"It is understandable that the CTGM wants to provide affordable medication to those who need it, but it is important to do so in a way that does not harm local industries. Instead of simply undercutting their competitors, the CTGM should be working with local companies to find ways to reduce the cost of medication without putting them out of business. By doing so, they can help to build sustainable healthcare systems that benefit everyone.
"Furthermore, it is insulting for our President's staff to suggest that our local pharmaceuticals are not of the same quality as those produced by CTGM. Our companies follow the same safety and quality standards as any other reputable pharmaceutical company, and we have a long history of producing effective medicines for our people.
"I call on the President to rethink his approach and to work with our local companies rather than against them. It is time for us to prioritize the well-being of our own people and our own economy, rather than simply prioritizing profits for a foreign corporation."
 

The day of the Storm
Tivarra was watching his players train, unlike yesterday he had given them more time to rest, as it would be the day of the game against Zoran, and they would leave for the stadium a bit early, he intended for his players to put on a show.
Ryxtylopia so far had done really well in the tournament, and had risen to be in the Top 10 in Rugby rankings, sitting in 9th, and in the world cup had done better than some nations with higher rankings, but Zoran had also done really well, and they would probably expect a challange from the Ryxtylopian team, since they had made it so far, if Ryxtylopia wasn't a challange it wouldn't have made it that far.
He continued watching his players run through the field, surpassing obstacles and ocasionally tripping on the grass, suddenly he got a call from the president of the A.R.R; Lixati Gavija, as he reached for his pocket and grabbed his phone answering the call.
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[Tivarra]: Hello?
[Gavija]: I was told you were under considerable stress, so i thought i check in and perhaps see your goals for the upcomming match.
[Tivarra]: Who told you that? Well i am under considerable stress, the zoranians have gone unbeaten this tournament, and while ending their streak at the hands of the A.R.R would be nice, i need to be optimistic, victory will be hard to achieve against such a team.
[Gavija]: I see, well maybe the news im bringing will take some off that stress off, you're getting a bonus and a raise next week, for your amaizing performance as coach of the team.
[Tivarra]: Oh that does help, thanks boss.
[Gavija]: Well you still haven't told me your goals for next game.
[Tivarra]: Oh right, well victory won't be my main goal, but i want to aim to not loose by an excessive margin if that makes sense, i don't want a 15-0... a 30-7... or a 24-3... i want something closer to let's say...  25-21... or 11-7... if you get the point.
[Gavija]: I sure do, but do you think the team has the capacity to do it, or should we just accept that this match will be doomed from the start?
[Tivarra]: Of course, i think my team has the capacity, we have talent and potential, both things the zoranians have, so in that regard it should be equal. However, something the zoranians have that we don't, or at least not in the quantity that they do... is experience, unlike them we're debuting, we've had 3 defeats and 4 wins in our 7 games, and 7 games isn't a lot, they probably still have experience not only from their home league but from previous Rugby World Cups.
[Gavija]: That's a good point.
[Tivarra]: So i think a secondary goal is to make the players learn from them if they show any tactical superiority in the field, even if we end up loosing the match.
[Gavija]: Alright.
[Tivarra]: And those id say are my two goals for the upcomming match.
[Gavija]: Alright, if you have any further news to communicate call me, ill be watching the match later so good luck!
[Tivarra]: Thanks boss, ill see you back in Ryxtylopia soon.
[Gavija]: Aye, goodbye.
Tivarra hangs up, as he goes back to watching the players
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Viewing the players run, jump, and run again Tivarra again thought of the match, before standing up and getting ready to tell his players the goals for the match later on the day.
"Alright everybody, gather around for a bit, i should tell you all the goals ive set for you for this match"
Everybody gathers around Tivarra
"As everybody knows our next match is Zoran, a previous champion of this tournament, so i need you all to give your best, i don't want a 20-0 loss, i want it to if not end in a victory at least be close. Zoran has gone too far without any challanger and we'll be the challanger they need."
"My aim is to loose by a margin equal or lower than 7, but preferably id like it to be equal or lower than 5, dragging the game to extra time with a draw would also be a good sign."
"You can all learn so much from this match and the opposing team helping our talent and making rugby in Ryxtylopia more than that sport that attracts people who want to gain attention but never get it."
"I hope i can count on you to fufill theese goals, and if you can keep your spirits high, perhaps even win the match and move on to semi-finals, you can go back to training."
As everybody goes back to the pitch or the bench Tivarra sits down again, now a bit releived that no matter the result his efforts hadn't gone unoticed, and nor had the team's effort.

Treasury Targets Corporatist Financial Facilitator and Sanctions Evaders Around the World
PRESS STATEMENT
April 14, 1423
The fight against the Remnant Corporatist regime continues as the Cambrian Ministry of the Treasury’s Commission for the Control of Foreign Assets (CCFA) takes further action to limit their access to the global financial system. This latest move targets the facilitation network of an individual who is already subject to sanctions in multiple jurisdictions, Koowisguwi Dvslago, CFO of the Zoranian Banking Clan, and reinforces existing measures to disrupt the regime's importation of critical technologies.
In total, CCFA has designated five individuals and six entities with touchpoints in two jurisdictions, in an effort to disrupt evasion schemes that support the regime's rebuilding efforts. Concurrently, the Cambrian Ministry of State is designating several entities operating in Orandia's defense sector and additional entities associated with Alchera's State Energy Corporation (Alsec).
Associate Minister of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence, Fiona Lindholm, emphasized the Cambrian government's dedication to implementing the AU commitment to imposing severe costs on third-country actors who support the Remnant Corporatist's war efforts. "As these bad actors seek ways around the expansive multilateral sanctions and export controls, Cambria and our allies and partners will continue to disrupt evasion schemes," Lindholm said.
This latest action by the CCFA highlights the ongoing efforts of Cambria and its partners to combat the Remnant Corporatist regime and disrupt its attempts to rebuild and facilitate future conflicts in Zoran. The Fact Sheet accompanying the State's announcement provides further details on the entities and individuals targeted by the sanctions.
Special thanks to Zoran for his input.

Two Outcomes
The players had just finished their last training session before the match against Zoran, they would head back to the hotel to go get something to eat and rest before the big game, a good chunk of Ryxtylopia was going to be glued to their television watching them to see if they would be able to beat Zoran in the RWC.
Tivarra was getting very nervous as time passed and the match got nearer and nearer, he wondered if his team had trained enough, and he certainly didn't want to see the Ryxtylopians builled and humiliated on the pitch by the Zoranians, for a reason he had set the score margin as one of the goals, to try motivate his players to not let a humiliation of their team happen.
Most players tried to be optimistic, while others like Tivarra were pretty nervous for the match, it would very probably from their point of view be their last and they didn't want to waste it giving out points, so as everybody was on the bus heading back to the hotel a conversation quickly started.
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"Well, today's the day, i hadn't really thought that in a few hours we'll be up against Zoran" Said Pailo Darrias
"It is, our final judgment i suppose" Responded Andreís Guilberto
"Don't be silly, its not a judgment! Its just a match like any other, only this time our opponent happens to be a really good one."
"Well i guess you're right, im excited, hope we can put on a good show"
"I also hope you 2 will, you've been doing pretty good so far in the tournament" Interrupted Tivarra.
"We will boss" Answered Darrias
"And i hope everybody in this bus will put on a good show, i am determined to either win this or loose trying..." Said Tivarra to the whole crowd.
"Don't worry coach."
"Yea!"
"We'll do well enough"
More responses came through as Tivarra got up
"While it may be hard, we'll have support from our fans and im pretty sure many Dalimbari's aswell, this team has come a long way since our defeat to Fujai, and we have the capacity to put up a good fight, i want you all to eat well and rest well as we'll have the time of our lives later against Zoran"
"Also i would like to thank you for having taken not only me but eachother this far, its been an honor."
Soon the bus arrives at the hotel and everybody starts getting off as they head to eat, and rest before the big match.

The three limousines and two SUV security vehicles made a small parade on the way to the Oborin Palace. Prince Marcarius was in the middle limousine, its gleaming green finish reflecting the Saint Mark flags flying in front. With him, seated on the rich brown leather, were his valet, Clarkson, who would remain with the vehicle along with the driver, and Lord Brock. The other limousines, black with soft, gray leather interiors, held Lady Arlene and Archbishop Lumendei in one, and Colonel Dawson and Ms. Ardmore in the other. 
The Prince mused quietly as they glided through the city toward the impressive palace.
This state dinner could potentially be an important meeting. Trade was one topic that would be discussed, but although always important, of course, Saint Mark had no shortage of trading partners. What was even more important was beginning a closer relationship with this mysterious country. Who knows where this could lead? In the medium-term, he hoped it would lead to an opening for the missionaries from The Faith. In the long-term, perhaps the relationship with Saint Mark could be a help to these people ... perhaps opening it up a little. 
He wondered what the Marshall was like. He had governed his nation for quite some time now. How much longer would he continue in power? Who was waiting to take over? Would the transition, whenever that happened lead to more opportunities, or squash this little start?

The three limousines and two SUV security vehicles made a small parade on the way to the Oborin Palace. Prince Marcarius was in the middle limousine, its gleaming green finish reflecting the Saint Mark flags flying in front. With him, seated on the rich brown leather, were his valet, Clarkson, who would remain with the vehicle along with the driver, and Lord Brock. The other limousines, black with soft, gray leather interiors, held Lady Arlene and Archbishop Lumendei in one, and Colonel Dawson and Ms. Ardmore in the other. 
The Prince mused quietly as they glided through the city toward the impressive palace.
This state dinner could potentially be an important meeting. Trade was one topic that would be discussed, but although always important, of course, Saint Mark had no shortage of trading partners. What was even more important was beginning a closer relationship with this mysterious country. Who knows where this could lead? In the medium-term, he hoped it would lead to an opening for the missionaries from The Faith. In the long-term, perhaps the relationship with Saint Mark could be a help to these people ... perhaps opening it up a little. 
He wondered what the Marshall was like. He had governed his nation for quite some time now. How much longer would he continue in power? Who was waiting to take over? Would the transition, whenever that happened lead to more opportunities, or squash this little start?

The three limousines and two SUV security vehicles made a small parade on the way to the Oborin Palace. Prince Marcarius was in the middle limousine, its gleaming green finish reflecting the Saint Mark flags flying in front. With him, seated on the rich brown leather, were his valet, Clarkson, who would remain with the vehicle along with the driver, and Lord Brock. The other limousines, black with soft, gray leather interiors, held Lady Arlene and Archbishop Lumendei in one, and Colonel Dawson and Ms. Ardmore in the other. 
The Prince mused quietly as they glided through the city toward the impressive palace.
This state dinner could potentially be an important meeting. Trade was one topic that would be discussed, but although always important, of course, Saint Mark had no shortage of trading partners. What was even more important was beginning a closer relationship with this mysterious country. Who knows where this could lead? In the medium-term, he hoped it would lead to an opening for the missionaries from The Faith. In the long-term, perhaps the relationship with Saint Mark could be a help to these people ... perhaps opening it up a little. 
He wondered what the Marshall was like. He had governed his nation for quite some time now. How much longer would he continue in power? Who was waiting to take over? Would the transition, whenever that happened lead to more opportunities, or squash this little start?

The three limousines and two SUV security vehicles made a small parade on the way to the Oborin Palace. Prince Marcarius was in the middle limousine, its gleaming green finish reflecting the Saint Mark flags flying in front. With him, seated on the rich brown leather, were his valet, Clarkson, who would remain with the vehicle along with the driver, and Lord Brock. The other limousines, black with soft, gray leather interiors, held Lady Arlene and Archbishop Lumendei in one, and Colonel Dawson and Ms. Ardmore in the other. 
The Prince mused quietly as they glided through the city toward the impressive palace.
This state dinner could potentially be an important meeting. Trade was one topic that would be discussed, but although always important, of course, Saint Mark had no shortage of trading partners. What was even more important was beginning a closer relationship with this mysterious country. Who knows where this could lead? In the medium-term, he hoped it would lead to an opening for the missionaries from The Faith. In the long-term, perhaps the relationship with Saint Mark could be a help to these people ... perhaps opening it up a little. 
He wondered what the Marshall was like. He had governed his nation for quite some time now. How much longer would he continue in power? Who was waiting to take over? Would the transition, whenever that happened lead to more opportunities, or squash this little start?

State Dinner
Between: The Free State of Dalimbar, the Kingdom of Giovanniland, and the Holy Principality of Saint Mark

Markus Briand, the Marshal of Dalimbar, walks into his office at the Oborin Palace accompanied by his trusted assistant, Colonel Natalia Kuznetsova. They have just returned from a tour of the palace, checking the final preparations for the State Dinner, which will be attended by Prince Marcarius of Saint Mark and King Giovanni VI of Giovanniland, along with their entourages.
While no longer the residence of the Marshal, he maintains an office in one of the many ornate rooms of Oborin Palace. The walls are adorned with intricate gold leaf designs and priceless paintings, while the ceiling features a breathtaking fresco of a hunting scene. The room is illuminated by dozens of crystal chandeliers, which cast a warm glow over the elegant furnishings.
The Marshal takes a moment to gaze around the room, admiring the opulence of the palace. "Oborin Palace truly is a sight to behold" he remarks to Kuznetsova. "We are lucky that my predecessors built and maintained this. Col. Kuznetsova, how are the preparations for the State Dinner coming along?" Briand asks, taking a seat behind his desk.
Kuznetsova nods in agreement. "Sir, everything is going according to plan and we have spared no expense in preparing for this event. The kitchen staff is putting the finishing touches on the menu, which includes dishes from several districts of the Free State, and the floral arrangements have arrived and are being set up as we speak."
The Marshal smiles, knowing that Col. Kuznetsova's attention to detail is second to none. "Excellent work, Colonel. We have an opportunity here to showcase our hospitality to the world", the Marshal begins. "As a state often away from the rest, we must make the most of this occasion to strengthen our ties with these foreign powers, Saint Mark and Giovanniland."
Colonel Kuznetsova nods in agreement. "It is an exciting time for Dalimbar, sir," she says. "Hosting the Rugby World Cup, now a state dinner with two foreign powers. It has been a lot of work but our guests will be impressed and comfortable here in Oborin Palace."
Briand smiles. "Good work, Colonel. I know I can count on your attention to detail."
"Thank you, sir," Kuznetsova replies with a smile.
Markus walks over to the window, overlooking the grand gardens of the palace. "This event is crucial to our foreign relations. It is an opportunity for us to strengthen the ties between our countries and build new partnerships. Perhaps with things less tense with the Astorian Union bloc, we need to explore the rest of the world for opportunity and trade."
Colonel Kuznetsova chimes in, "Absolutely, sir. And we must ensure that our guests from Saint Mark and Giovanniland leave with nothing but positive impressions of our country."
Markus nods in agreement. "Precisely. We must show them the best of our traditions, culture, and cuisine."
As Colonel Kuznetsova leaves the room, Markus takes one last look out the window, taking a deep breath before turning back to his desk. With the preparations in the capable hands of his trusted assistant, he can rest easy knowing that the State Dinner will be a success and that the guests from Saint Mark and Giovanniland will be impressed with the hospitality of Dalimbar. Markus Briand remembers another crucial detail. "Oh, one more thing, Colonel. Don't forget to have the highlights of the Rugby World Cup playing on the televisions throughout the palace. We are hosting the tournament, after all."
"Of course, sir," Kuznetsova replies with a nod. "And congratulations on Dalimbar's victory yesterday. We have advanced to the Quarter Finals."
Markus grins with pride. "Yes, it was a great victory against Kalmach. But let's not forget that Saint Mark and Giovanniland lost their matches in the Round of 16. We must be gracious hosts and ensure that they enjoy their time here despite the results on the rugby field."
"Absolutely, sir," Kuznetsova agrees, and with a final nod, she exits the room.
Markus takes a deep breath, feeling the weight of responsibility on his shoulders as he prepares to host this important State Dinner. But with the preparations well underway and the hospitality of Dalimbar in full display, he is confident that the evening will be a success.

Driver #1 Name: Ari Dasher Name Trigram: ADR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 3 Second Choice Car Number: 12 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 3 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Ari Dasher, age 28, is probably the most technically gifted driver in Aura, and possibly the world. There doesn’t seem to be a turn or grade that he can’t handle. He was born for the Lux Litore, where he has spent most of his time since he began racing at the age of 18. If he has a flaw, it is in his almost gentlemanly approach to his competitors, making him sometimes lose ground on the straightaway. Given his signature style and black hair and blue eyes, he seems to be a negative image of his twin brother, Celerio. Driver #2 Name: Celerio Dasher Name Trigram: CDR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 9 Second Choice Car Number: 27 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 5 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 3 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Although certainly not reckless, the blond-haired, brown-eyed Celerio Dasher, age 28, exhibits little of the technical aptitude of his twin brother, Ari, preferring instead to aggressively push his way past his competition. Although quite familiar with the Lux Litore, he has spent much more time than his brother racing around the world. If a course has a long, straight section, chances are he’ll create the space needed to finish first.
 
Circuit Name: The Lux Litore Circuit
Race Name: The Austra Grand Prix
Track Image:
 


Track Length (km): 3.337
Qualifying Type: One Shot
Track aggressiveness (1-10): 1.3
Track technicality (1-10): 8.7
(Aggressiveness and technicality should add up to 10)
Overtaking Difficulty (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is easy, 5 is difficult): 4.9
Margin for error (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is forgiving, 5 is treacherous): 4.6
Info: 
The circuit includes some of the most famous parts of any F1 racetrack: Casino Square, the tunnel section and the blisteringly fast Swimming Pool section, to name three.
Austra's tight, twisty and punishing circuit is considered the ultimate test of driver talent. While the car vs. driver debate has lingered as long as racing has existed, Austra is perhaps the one place above all others where a driver can make the key difference. As such, Austra's qualifying session is often one of the best, most intense and most important of the season. A qualifying lap around the ancient city is about as unforgiving as they come.
A drawback of the nature of the circuit, and F1's increasingly wider cars, is that the race tends to be more processional, with overtaking all but impossible at the majority of locations.
 
Team Name: The Saint Mark Vola Aurum Team Nation: Saint Mark Nationality Trigram: SMK Team color (in hex code): #ffff00 Reliability (Between 3 and 5): 4 Acceleration (Between 2 and 5): 3 Turning (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Team bio: Vola Aurum has been synonymous with technical driving expertise almost since Formula 1 racing in Aura began. Team Captain/Trainer/Guru, Valentine Aragretto has produced consistent winners. The team’s style is a reflection of its training on its home circuit, the narrow, twisting Lux Litore. Cornering capability can literally be life-saving on this unforgiving course. His current stars are the twin brothers, Ari and Celerio Dasher, cousins of the Lions’ Rugby Left Wing, Hugo Dasher. Engine manufacturer: Vola Automotive Engine name (if different): VA F1 Champion Reliability (between -1 and 1): -0.5 Actuation (between -1 and 1): -0.45 Tare (between -1 and 1): .95
Tire Manufacturer Name: Zephyr Saint Mark Reliability (Between -1 and 1): -0.6 Traction (Between -1 and 1): .6 R & T ratings should add up to no more than 0.  

The Saint Mark Vola Aurum
 

Driver #1 Name: Ari Dasher Name Trigram: ADR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 3 Second Choice Car Number: 12 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 3 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Ari Dasher, age 28, is probably the most technically gifted driver in Aura, and possibly the world. There doesn’t seem to be a turn or grade that he can’t handle. He was born for the Lux Litore, where he has spent most of his time since he began racing at the age of 18. If he has a flaw, it is in his almost gentlemanly approach to his competitors, making him sometimes lose ground on the straightaway. Given his signature style and black hair and blue eyes, he seems to be a negative image of his twin brother, Celerio. Driver #2 Name: Celerio Dasher Name Trigram: CDR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 9 Second Choice Car Number: 27 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 5 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 3 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Although certainly not reckless, the blond-haired, brown-eyed Celerio Dasher, age 28, exhibits little of the technical aptitude of his twin brother, Ari, preferring instead to aggressively push his way past his competition. Although quite familiar with the Lux Litore, he has spent much more time than his brother racing around the world. If a course has a long, straight section, chances are he’ll create the space needed to finish first.
 
Circuit Name: The Lux Litore Circuit
Race Name: The Austra Grand Prix
Track Image:
 


Track Length (km): 3.337
Qualifying Type: One Shot
Track aggressiveness (1-10): 1.3
Track technicality (1-10): 8.7
(Aggressiveness and technicality should add up to 10)
Overtaking Difficulty (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is easy, 5 is difficult): 4.9
Margin for error (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is forgiving, 5 is treacherous): 4.6
Info: 
The circuit includes some of the most famous parts of any F1 racetrack: Casino Square, the tunnel section and the blisteringly fast Swimming Pool section, to name three.
Austra's tight, twisty and punishing circuit is considered the ultimate test of driver talent. While the car vs. driver debate has lingered as long as racing has existed, Austra is perhaps the one place above all others where a driver can make the key difference. As such, Austra's qualifying session is often one of the best, most intense and most important of the season. A qualifying lap around the ancient city is about as unforgiving as they come.
A drawback of the nature of the circuit, and F1's increasingly wider cars, is that the race tends to be more processional, with overtaking all but impossible at the majority of locations.
 
Team Name: The Saint Mark Vola Aurum Team Nation: Saint Mark Nationality Trigram: SMK Team color (in hex code): #ffff00 Reliability (Between 3 and 5): 4 Acceleration (Between 2 and 5): 3 Turning (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Team bio: Vola Aurum has been synonymous with technical driving expertise almost since Formula 1 racing in Aura began. Team Captain/Trainer/Guru, Valentine Aragretto has produced consistent winners. The team’s style is a reflection of its training on its home circuit, the narrow, twisting Lux Litore. Cornering capability can literally be life-saving on this unforgiving course. His current stars are the twin brothers, Ari and Celerio Dasher, cousins of the Lions’ Rugby Left Wing, Hugo Dasher. Engine manufacturer: Vola Automotive Engine name (if different): VA F1 Champion Reliability (between -1 and 1): -0.5 Actuation (between -1 and 1): -0.45 Tare (between -1 and 1): .95
Tire Manufacturer Name: Zephyr Saint Mark Reliability (Between -1 and 1): -0.6 Traction (Between -1 and 1): .6 R & T ratings should add up to no more than 0.  

The Saint Mark Vola Aurum
 

Driver #1 Name: Ari Dasher Name Trigram: ADR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 3 Second Choice Car Number: 12 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 3 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Ari Dasher, age 28, is probably the most technically gifted driver in Aura, and possibly the world. There doesn’t seem to be a turn or grade that he can’t handle. He was born for the Lux Litore, where he has spent most of his time since he began racing at the age of 18. If he has a flaw, it is in his almost gentlemanly approach to his competitors, making him sometimes lose ground on the straightaway. Given his signature style and black hair and blue eyes, he seems to be a negative image of his twin brother, Celerio. Driver #2 Name: Celerio Dasher Name Trigram: CDR Nationality Trigram: SMK Preferred Car Number: 9 Second Choice Car Number: 27 Reliability (Between 2 and 5): 4 Aggression (Between 2 and 5): 5 Technique (Between 2 and 5): 3 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Driver's bio: Although certainly not reckless, the blond-haired, brown-eyed Celerio Dasher, age 28, exhibits little of the technical aptitude of his twin brother, Ari, preferring instead to aggressively push his way past his competition. Although quite familiar with the Lux Litore, he has spent much more time than his brother racing around the world. If a course has a long, straight section, chances are he’ll create the space needed to finish first.
 
Circuit Name: The Lux Litore Circuit
Race Name: The Austra Grand Prix
Track Image:
 


Track Length (km): 3.337
Qualifying Type: One Shot
Track aggressiveness (1-10): 1.3
Track technicality (1-10): 8.7
(Aggressiveness and technicality should add up to 10)
Overtaking Difficulty (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is easy, 5 is difficult): 4.9
Margin for error (0.1 - 5. 0.1 is forgiving, 5 is treacherous): 4.6
Info: 
The circuit includes some of the most famous parts of any F1 racetrack: Casino Square, the tunnel section and the blisteringly fast Swimming Pool section, to name three.
Austra's tight, twisty and punishing circuit is considered the ultimate test of driver talent. While the car vs. driver debate has lingered as long as racing has existed, Austra is perhaps the one place above all others where a driver can make the key difference. As such, Austra's qualifying session is often one of the best, most intense and most important of the season. A qualifying lap around the ancient city is about as unforgiving as they come.
A drawback of the nature of the circuit, and F1's increasingly wider cars, is that the race tends to be more processional, with overtaking all but impossible at the majority of locations.
 
Team Name: The Saint Mark Vola Aurum Team Nation: Saint Mark Nationality Trigram: SMK Team color (in hex code): #ffff00 Reliability (Between 3 and 5): 4 Acceleration (Between 2 and 5): 3 Turning (Between 2 and 5): 5 R/A/T ratings should add up to a maximum of 12. Team bio: Vola Aurum has been synonymous with technical driving expertise almost since Formula 1 racing in Aura began. Team Captain/Trainer/Guru, Valentine Aragretto has produced consistent winners. The team’s style is a reflection of its training on its home circuit, the narrow, twisting Lux Litore. Cornering capability can literally be life-saving on this unforgiving course. His current stars are the twin brothers, Ari and Celerio Dasher, cousins of the Lions’ Rugby Left Wing, Hugo Dasher. Engine manufacturer: Vola Automotive Engine name (if different): VA F1 Champion Reliability (between -1 and 1): -0.5 Actuation (between -1 and 1): -0.45 Tare (between -1 and 1): .95
Tire Manufacturer Name: Zephyr Saint Mark Reliability (Between -1 and 1): -0.6 Traction (Between -1 and 1): .6 R & T ratings should add up to no more than 0.  

The Saint Mark Vola Aurum
 

Transcript:
Producer: Don’t pull any of that disco crap again, Quiyakaso, we barely got out of being sent to the gulags last time
Quiyakaso: I promise you, I have nothing wild like that planned.
Priscan: You better not, I am not going to Dalimbari prison for your antics
Producer: going live in five, four, three, two…
Quiyakaso: Hellooooooooo Zoran, I am Quiyakaso!
Priscian: And I am Noya Priscan!
Both: And you are watching RNN Live!
Priscian: We are in the final countdown of the Rugby World Cup as we enter the knockout rounds!
Quiyakaso: Coming up the our Zoranina Sun Hawks are going up against the Perouin rugby team.
Priscian: You know, I have heard rumors that the Zoranian team are yearning for a real challenge in this world cup. I personally feel that they have been challenged a few times but what do you think?
Quiyakaso: I am not paid to think I am paid to report the happenings in sports news and look silly for the internet because of my bad luck.
Priscian:...come on Quiyakaso, give me something here.
Quiyakaso: Fiiiiine, I feel like they should just appreciate the game and do their best in their matches. They should avoid taking things too casually as well, never underestimate an opponent and all that.
Priscian: That is a position I can respect, the Zoranian team better keep their guard up throughout the final phase of the World Cup if they want to protect their title.
Quiyakaso: Oh most definitely, but who knows! Maybe we will see an Overthinkers victory, that team has been going very well this world cup and is definitely one to look out for.
Priscian: Certa-
[a seagull lands on top of Quiyakaso’s head, he seemingly doesn’t notice]
Priscian: Um…there’s…*snorts*
Quiyakaso: What?
Priscian: There’s a uh se-*chuckles*
Quiyakaso: Come on, what’s so funny? Is there something on my face?
Priscian: No *chuckles* you have a seagull on your head *burst out laughing*
[Quiyakaso’s eye twitched at the mention of seagull and he proceeds to try and swat it off his head]
Quiyakaso: NOT AGAIN! YOU WILL NOT GET ME THIS TIME!
[the seagull flies up and begins to peck at his head]
Priscian: *laughs hysterically*
Quiyakaso: DAMN SEAGUUUUULLLLLS! WILL THIS WAR BETWEEN US EVER EEEEEEND!?
 

“Welcome back to Live from Garrison! I’m your host, Katina Lubov. On today’s segment, we’d like to go over what even is the “Rugby Rankings”. This product of the Department of Sports of our Free State has been so prevalent in not just this Rugby World Cup, but previous editions too! But how does it work, and who developed it?”

“For an analysis on the system that is Rugby Rankings, please welcome Dr. Maj. Victor Gorkin, Sports Statistician with the Department of Sports and Professor of Statistics at the University of Saint Andreisburg!”
[Audience applauds]
“Thank you for joining us here in Garrison Stadium, Dr. Maj. Gorkin.” says Katina.
“Please, call me Viktor!” the doctor-major playfully said.
“Now tell me, Viktor, how did the Rankings even start? It feels like we’ve had them forever in Dalimbari rugby at least!”
“Certainly, but before rugby became more professionalized in the mid-1340s, we never had the Rankings. At that time there were local leagues, particularly in the Starija, which incited passions. This is how many of our greatest teams, from Nadu Naval to Posadka to Fort Kaisah, came into being. The sailors of Nadu formed their team and competed locally, for example. Posadka was just a neighbourhood team for a while. Local champions of their leagues would come together and try to sort out who was the best in the Free State.
It wasn’t until the Union da Rugby formed which led to professionalization and the club scene of Dalimbari rugby. Teams which could afford talent and prospects would get it while those who couldn’t simply failed. That’s the way the Path lays for us.
However, as I’m sure you all know…” he winks at the audience. “... it’s popular to back winners! People bet on the sport! I know most of you might have put in a few Credits, especially if your home team was really onto something, am I right?” the audience laughs and it appears quite a few of them make gestures that they have indeed bet on the sport.
“My husband is in too deep! He keeps betting on Belosel and that hasn’t been a winning bet lately!” Katina says almost exasperatedly. 
“Oh, poor guy. And this is why the Department of Sport started to design Rugby Rankings for the Marshal’s Cup. It shows you how well teams are doing relative to one another in a way that may be hidden from just the score lines. 
For a hyper-competitive league like ours with 40 teams almost constantly going head to head, it’s easy to see that, say, Marinsky being at 79.48, has a better chance of winning versus your husband’s poor Belosel at 68.45 in a head to head. Doesn’t mean it’s impossible for Belosel to win! Remember that stomper they did against Nadu Naval last year?” some in the crowd groan while a few become a tad too enthusiastic in their clapping. 
“When it was announced that there would be a Rugby World Cup, we took it upon ourselves in DoS to try the same kind of Rankings but at the international level. Show how foreign teams are doing relative to one another. 
What the system wants to see is a fair fight between two teams. If you have say… our Boys in Blue face off against those weird Zoranians, who have regrettably won the last two Cups, the winner should get a big boost. What it doesn’t seem to like is when a super strong team goes up against a team which… how do I put this… could have used a few qualifier matches before joining the big leagues. These weaker teams certainly get experience just surviving say a “Big 4” team while the Rankings system is wondering how on Esferos they even left the pitch alive. So, if you’re following the Rankings, this is why despite a win on the pitch, the losing team may gain points.”
“Interesting point, Viktor! We don’t see this in the Marshal’s Cup, do we?”
“There was one match several years ago where Port Ain benefited from this because of just how down in the dumps they were at that point, facing off an almost impossibly hot Posadka, but nothing like what we’ve been seeing on the international stage. Perhaps if the foreign squads had more opportunity to play one another, and build each other up, we wouldn’t see as much impact.”
“Thank you so much for your insight, Viktor. We’re going to take a quick break before we preview the Round of 16 matches coming up. Will the Boys in Blue have any trouble with Kalmach? Stay tuned!”

HUGO DASHER ENGAGED!
 

Hugo Dasher, Left Wing of the Saint Mark Lions
 
The dashing Lions' Left Wing is engaged! 
Yesterday, on the practice field, Hugo Dasher ran into the stands through a small crowd of admirers and retrieved his long-time girlfriend Emily Clement-Bosworth, daughter of industrialist Sir Aston Clement and Lady Phyllis Clement-Bosworth. On the field, he went down on one knee and pulled a five-carat sparkler from his helmet. Clearly overjoyed, Ms. Clement-Bosworth said yes.
The couple has been dating for the past three years, having met at the wedding of mutual friend, Kent Wixham, noted fashion designer. They plan to marry in June of next year.
Sorry ladies ... but you knew that was coming!