Severe energy strains.

Recent reports from the high seat of House Maharís indicate a significant rise in energy demand for climate control within the dome. Sources suggest that there is an unidentified force actively opposing the magetech intended for climate regulation.

House Maharís warns that, due to their inability to adequately store magical energy, fluctuations in temperature beneath the dome may become erratic if energy requirements are not met. In response to this pressing issue, representatives from Vilmaede and Dohai have committed to seeking technical solutions. Meanwhile, Houses Lectris, Xahel, and Idei are offering their assistance by bolstering the supply of mageslave harvests to support House Maharís in maintaining the dome's climate control systems.

Conversely, Lighidos has expressed a desire to assist, but they contend that current operations leave them unable to allocate any magical energy without jeopardizing their own stability.

High Chancellor decrees no action to be taken against Scraplander projects.

On the second of Erastus, High Chancellor Marcus Lectris announced in a special press conference that all Scraplander agents operating under any high seat directive must immediately cease any and all hostilities regarding specific projects. These projects include entrepreneurial initiatives, the new religion, the Gatherer's Guild, the newly established farmstead, and the Tree of Spaika.

Despite the Scraplands being widely recognized as a lawless playground for criminals, High Chancellor Lectris assures the public that he possesses the means and resources to enforce this decree effectively. As a gesture of good faith, Lectris has allocated funds totaling ϗ2500 for each project. Application forms for existing projects or new startup initiatives can be obtained at Checkpoint One or any Lectricorp-affiliated magic donation facility.

Dohai high seat reinvigorated!

On the 22nd of Sarenith, thanks to the efforts of the Gatherer’s Guild—particularly Zaiho Yuurei, Asyl Maddox, and Ron Russit—the high seat of Daiho has been revitalized with a newfound sense of vitality. The representatives of the Dohai estate have clarified that this rejuvenation has come about through consensual euthanasia, although the specifics of how this was achieved remain vague.

Lectris has issued a lukewarm official statement welcoming back the high seat of Dohai. Meanwhile, Xahel has declared that they will not consolidate any acquired assets while Dohai was in its infirm state. Idei has tentatively proclaimed a "wait and see" approach, while Lighidos celebrates Dohai’s revitalized spirit. Both Maharís and Vilmaede have extended a warm welcome back to Lord Dohai.

Opiate addiction on the rise.

While many might view this as a Scraplander issue, individuals both inside and outside the dome are experiencing the devastating effects of increasingly potent and addictive variants flooding the markets. All parties involved in the production or distribution of these drugs have expressed a willingness to cooperate with Theravhín Action News.

Although these substances are officially illegal within the dome of Theravhín, there appears to be little action from anyone except Lighidos and Maharís to address this growing societal problem. Other houses we approached either dismissed the issue or cited other, more pressing priorities that demand their attention and resources.

Gatherer’s chapter house in Scraplands destroyed.

On the night of the 14th of Sarenith, the Gatherer's chapter house was mysteriously destroyed by unknown assailants. Public opinion is divided, with some regarding the Gatherers as saviors and others viewing them as harbingers of doom. A statement from the press liaison representing House Vilmaede unequivocally condemned the attack and pledged to provide assistance to the Gatherers upon their return to uncover the identity of those responsible. Lighidos, Lectris, Maharís, and Dohai have also issued statements condemning the attack on the newly established Gatherer's guild, while Xahel and Idei have chosen to remain silent on the matter, consistent with their stance on matters outside the dome.

Magetech Production Remains Under Pressure.

Following the recent discoveries of corrupted Alravium forms and incidents in the western excavation, magetech production is still facing challenges. This has led to disruptions in the supply and production chains, which may result in certain items being harder to obtain for the foreseeable future. While price hikes are not expected to be significant, some minor increases may occur.

The Tree of Spaika: A Mysterious Project in the Scraplands

The Gatherer Scratch has embarked on a unique project in the Scraplands, and it's already made significant progress. In just two months, the structure has become the tallest built by a scraplander. When Theravhín Action News reached out to Gatherer Scratch for a statement, they received an enigmatic response: "You city dwellers know nothing, everyone is blind to what I see." After inhaling welding fumes, Scratch added, "When the tree is done, it will bear the fruit of Spaika, can't you see, can't you see?"

The project's builder welcomes anyone willing to contribute to the cause. They can bring metal materials to the construction site, and anything will be accepted by the artisan.

A New Place of Worship Emerges in the Scraplands: The Church of Pharasma.

A novel place of worship is rapidly gaining popularity in the Scraplands, the Church of Pharasma, Lady of Graves and Mother of Souls. Despite its ominous-sounding title, the church provides unique services that bring new life to the world and guide individuals through the end of their lives. According to Priestess Ikka, these services are rarely found outside the dome, but are warmly welcomed and quickly embraced by those seeking solace.

For those interested, daily sermons are held at 09:00 and 20:00. All are welcome to attend as long as they behave peacefully. Additionally, the church celebrates a yearly holy day on the fifth of Pharast, which was named after a month on the homeworld that had to be sacrificed to fit the Spaikan year. The origins of this decision remain unknown. Conventionally this day is known as the fifth of Gozran.

Priestess Ikka emphasizes that no judgments are made within the church's walls, and it serves as a sanctuary for all. However, troublemakers will not be tolerated and will be barred from attending services and banned from the premises.

Succession tournament concluded.

On the tenth day of Gozran, after a thrilling tournament free of irregularities, the champion put forth by High Chancellor Lectris emerged victorious in the final round, defeating the champion of Idei and extending the uninterrupted Lectris dynasty since the cascade. We extend our warm congratulations to the High Chancellor for bringing glory to Theravhín.

The planet shakes!

Geologists are perplexed by the recent earthquake in the outer western Scraplands, as no traditional tectonic activity has been recorded on Spaika. The quake caused damage to the quarry and weakened buildings in the Western Scraplands. While some reports claim that monsters emerged from the ground or shared dreams are to be disregarded as mass hysteria, triggered by the seismic activity. According to prominent psychologists, these tales are unfounded and a result of collective anxiety sparked by the tremors.

Devastating tally of the cold wave.

Calling the last three weeks an unmitigated disaster would be the understatement of the century. Our hearts go out to the tragic events that have taken place in the Scraplands. In excess of 100.000 lives have been lost between the 20th of Abadius and the tenth of Calestril. Most fell due to the acute effects of the cold wave with early onset of starvation. Truly a horrible fate to befall. Yet the Scraplands are resilient and spirits remain unbroken.

Famine in the cold, a worst case scenario.

The persistent and unprecedented cold wave of Abadius 1117 AFL has already claimed in excess of 15000 lives, with projected food shortages easily doubling this number given current circumstances. In the Scraplands, food costs are quadrupled from what they were just two weeks ago. This is in part blamed on certain wealthier Scraplanders hoarding vast supplies where those living meager paycheck to paycheck are left to pay the price. Maharis have announced on the 23rd of Abadius to have cleared the germination facility, and be up and running again early into next month.

Thousands dead in unprecedented cold wave.

In what has already been dubbed the 1117 deep freeze thousands of Scraplanders have lost their lives due to the freezing rain and unprecedented nocturnal cold. Despite resistance from many inhabitants the houses of Maharís and Vilmaede have pledged to export as many endure elements MMDs as possible on short notice but can’t make any promises as to how many they can provide. Houses Lectris, Xahel and Idei have voiced concern in the direction of Maharís and Vilmaede regarding their persistent generosity towards the Scraplands, calling it a black hole. Vilmaede has already promised to look out for them in the upcoming succession tournament, Speaking of change that will need to take place.

Impending food shortage.

Anonymous sources have reported that the advanced hydroponics building located near the laboratory where the explosion has taken place was contaminated with pollutants from the explosion. Since this facility focuses on the germination of plants where after they are transported to other facilities to grow fully. This will mean a dip in food production we will already start feeling in the upcoming weeks. Maharís have pledged to keep up export into the Scraplands as much as possible, but advises everyone to stock up on non perishables anyways since it will get tight. Vilmaedecorp has brought forth in a statement that they will immediately start researching how the contamination could occur and to aide in any decontamination efforts needed to get the germination facility up and running as quickly as possible.

Weather

Inside the dome it will be standard springtime temperature with 25°C daytime temperature and 17°C Nighttime temperature with slightly larger variations at the edge of the dome where it may get up to 27°C in the daytime and drop to 14°C in the nighttime.

Early summer remains unusually stable and mild

Much like late spring, the early summer of this year has been extraordinarily mild and stable compared to previous years. Moderate cloud coverage during the day helps alleviate the typical summer heat. Meteorologists are perplexed, as no known weather systems should behave in such a consistent manner.

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