The results of the bardic and artisanal contests are in! The competition
was tough and the judges drunken (Iosyne always keeps plenty of ambrosia
on hand). As a reminder, information about the contests can be found in
HELP CONTESTS.

--BARDIC CONTEST--
Winner:
"Dark Path," a story of one young Tsol'aa's descent into the corruption
of the Consanguine, by Silmarillion.

Runners up:
"The Land," a poem concerning the landmark struggle, by Sara
"Song of the Shastaan Fisherman," a poignant verse of the sea by Ikne
"Curiosity," a warning tale for those who would let their inquisitive
nature lead them to harm, by Isabis

Merit awards:
Untitled, a story of greed and treachery by Sarelle
"The Embrace," a poem about the gift of blood, by Scraelyn


--ARTISANAL CONTEST--
Winner:
"The Triad at Sea," an insightful portrayal of the tenets of Haern, the
Hunter, by Alaedremoh

Runner up:
"The Happy Occultist," a woodcut illustration of the modern occultist at
work.


Congratulations to all who placed! These works are available to see on
the Aetolia web site at http://www.aetolia.com/rp/bardic/index.html.


Penned by my hand on the 16th of Lleian, in the year 58 MA.