The Voice of Gor

Picture contributed by Gᴡᴏʀɴ Hᴀɢᴇʟꜱᴇɴ (gwordn.tripsa), Rune Priest of Torvaldsland

The last evening and night for the abductees on Earth is dawning – but they don’t know it yet.

And suddenly, the exploration of the mysterious vaults beneath an old factory ends somewhere completely different…

Many thanks to Ganima for the lighting technology, Amsterdam backstage.

PHOTO COMPETITION “AMSTERDAM”

It was difficult for me to decide who took the best photos. I liked them all. But here are my criteria:

Ahyoka covered the full spectrum of events and also shows some of the other players.
Atiya’s photos were stylistically the best and have an interesting atmosphere.
Evan’s photos don’t show Amsterdam, but only the discotheque (which I didn’t even see), but the photos turned out well nonetheless.

Many thanks to everyone who participated – and now hold out your hands, it’s raining money!
Rarius Yuroki (Yuroki Uriza) sim owner

1st Prize 3000 Linden Dollars: AhyokaTayanita (top)
2nd prize 2000 Linden dollars: Atiya (miethai) (center)
3rd Prize 1000 Linden Dollars: Evan (Evandanir) (bottom)

[Intro RP for the Abductees:]

You sit at your kitchen table, sipping coffee on a lazy Saturday morning, when the mail arrives with a thud through the slot. Among the bills and flyers is a thick, cream-colored envelope with elegant gold embossing. Your name is handwritten in neat cursive, and the return address reads “Von Meyland Research Foundation, Amsterdam.” Curiosity piqued, you slice it open with a butter knife.

Inside is a letter on heavy stationery, the kind that feels official and important. It begins: “Dear [Your Name], We are pleased to inform you that you have been selected to participate in an innovative social experiment conducted in collaboration with a team of behavioral scientists. This hidden camera reality program, titled ‘Echoes of Interaction,’ will explore human dynamics in controlled settings. The experience spans ten days in Amsterdam, with the first three days for orientation and the final seven in an isolated environment designed to simulate real-world social pressures—think of it as a paid vacation with a twist.”

Your eyes widen as you read on. The accommodation is a private houseboat moored in the heart of Amsterdam’s canals, complete with all amenities, meals provided, and a stipend equivalent to two weeks’ salary. The main sponsors are listed: The Chronander Bank, a longstanding European financial institution known for ethical investments, and the von Meyland Research Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to psychological and sociological research. It’s all expenses paid, including round-trip flights, and emphasizes participant safety, consent, and the option to withdraw at any time.

Tucked into the envelope is a printed airline ticket: economy class on KLM from your local airport to Schiphol, dated two weeks from now. You scrutinize it—the barcode, the flight numbers, the passenger details all match. To be sure, you grab your phone and pull up the KLM app, scanning the code.

It validates instantly: “Reservation confirmed.” Next, you check the travel agency mentioned on the ticket stub, “EuroVoyage Travel Services.” A quick search on their website shows they’re a reputable Amsterdam-based firm with glowing reviews on TripAdvisor and a Better Business Bureau equivalent rating in the Netherlands. No red flags; everything seems legit.

Still, a hidden camera show? Social experiment? You decide to dig deeper. You type “Von Meyland Research Foundation” into your search bar. The results pour in: it’s a well-established organization founded in the 1950s by a philanthropist family, focused on advancing human sciences through ethical studies. They’ve funded groundbreaking research on group behavior, empathy, and urban living, with partnerships at universities like Oxford and Harvard.

No scandals, just awards for innovation and transparency. Next, “The Chronander Bank”—ah, a Sweden-based bank with a sterling reputation for sustainable finance, supporting education and environmental causes. They’re known as do-gooders in the financial world, with a history of charitable foundations and zero ties to shady dealings. Everything checks out; these aren’t fly-by-night operations but pillars of respectability.

A grin spreads across your face. Why not? Work has been a grind lately, and Amsterdam has always been on your bucket list—the canals, the bikes, the vibe. This could be an unexpected adventure, a free holiday disguised as something quirky. You imagine waking up on that houseboat, the gentle lap of water against the hull, sunlight filtering through portholes onto cozy wooden interiors.
amsterdam.net5losttogether.com

You reply to the enclosed RSVP card with a firm “Yes,” sealing it and dropping it in the mailbox. What could go wrong? It’s time for a little excitement in your life.

General Assembly of the Southern Trade Alliance – Kurtzal [04-18-2026]

2. AGENDA:

1. Report on the expulsion of the so-called Pasha of Klima (Rarius Yuroki)
2. Report on some misunderstandings in communication between the Salt Ubar and some oases (the Salt Ubar)
3. Report on the new STA members (Rarius Yuroki, delegations of the new members)
4. Discussion and vote on the contract signed by Selnar, allowing the STA to open a trading post there
5. The STA plans to equip an expedition to the northern forests to trade with panthers – discussion
Background: Presentation at the En’Kara Fair by Aηɢeʟ Kereꜱ Blades (angelkeres.nightwish)
6. Discussion on the hostile attitude of Ar’s Station and the Titus Brothers towards the STA
7. Discussion on access to the Exchange Point of the Oasis of Klima
Should every merchant trading in salt from Klima and traveling through the desert carry documents issued by the Salt Ubar?
8. Possible admission of new members
9. Distribution of the new salt bags from the Oasis of Klima, only to STA members
10. Miscellaneous

Before the event began, the Khan of Isfahan announced that Isfahan would leave the STA. He left the hall amidst a torrent of insults directed at Rarius Yuroki. Those present ignored his outburst.

1. Rarius Yuroki reported that the self-proclaimed Pasha of Klima had fled in the face of the overwhelming force advancing on Exchange Point and Klima.

2. The Salt Ubar addressed the desert leaders, warning that an illegitimate man has declared himself Pasha of Klima without proper communication reaching him. Because no message arrived, his forces did not intervene. He stresses that this breakdown in communication is dangerous and could threaten other regions. He expresses gratitude to those who acted in defense of Klima, calls it a sign of solidarity, but also a warning that messages must travel quickly. He emphasizes the need for protected caravans and active Dune Guards, and hopes the missing messenger is still alive or merely lost.

3. Delegations from the following were present:
Kurtzal, Oasis of Two Scimitars, Isfahan, The Kasbah (Salt Ubar), Oasis of Lame Kaiila and Oasis of Klima, Teletus, Lara, Oasis of Seven Palms. Oasis of Sand Sleen, Turia and Kassau were excused.

4. The delegation from Teletus assured them that their port was large enough for the “Lysander”. It was decided to send a delegation to Teletus to inspect the port.

5. It was decided that in approximately two months an official STA expedition would be equipped to the northern forests and the panthers there, in order to try to establish trade.

A possible starting point could be the port of Kassau, which is an associate member of the STA. Discussions were held about splitting into smaller groups and using smaller ships to reach the individual trading points.

6. + 7. Item 6 was postponed for several reasons, and some information is still lacking to make any decisions. Item 7 was also postponed because the topic will be addressed in the 10th Salt Decree, which is currently being drafted under the supervision of the Salt Ubar.

8. Agenda item 8 was cancelled

9. The new salt bags from the Oasis ok Klima have been presented; they bear the new STA logo and have been certified by the STA. The oases of the STA receive them free of charge, and STA members pay only half price, in accordance with the 9th Salt Decree. [“however you will handle that, prim coins, hud coins, emoting only”]

A caravan leader prepares near the Oasis of Lame Kaiila for the strenuous and energy-sapping march to the Oasis of Klima.