Welcome to the Vulpine Imperium!

The Vulpine Imperium© is a fully-interactive Redwall-based online club. Members will join ships, submit to the captain's cruel whimsy, and partake of humourous and entertaining distractions while serving, er, spending time in the club. There is a large and sprawling town wherein are found such staples as an apothecary, a bank, various shops, and a dock.

But be forewarned - failure to perform your tasks properly (or with the proper decorum!) will get you thrown in the brig. Ships can leave the port and have adventures, or stick around to help out with more domestic things. Go to the status page to see what we've accomplished so far, and may the the blessings of His Grace the Emperor tumble down upon you like a golden fog.

Game Events: Leacher Sunk, Greengill Sails for the Imperium

Humidor 16, Yr. 1728, 8:43 pm
Over a year after it was stolen, the Mar'kan's Glory, since dubbed the Blood Leacher came to its timely end as a pirate ship. Unfortunately, it came to an end in pretty much any sense of the word, and is now resting on the seabed near Tucket Rock.

Survivors report that the pirates encountered the Dillsweld Alliance flagship Drenedel, accompanied by three other ships under the flag of the same nation. The battle was fairly quick, very eventful, and very decisive. The Leacher was sunk, and her crew abandoned ship in two lifeboats, making a quick escape to nearby Tucket Rock. One of the Dillsweld ships was heavily damaged by fire, but it appeared salvageable.

Captain Ladorak Fugate's arrival with the Skeered of Nothing and a sizable portion of the Imperial Navy led to the Dillsweld ships' retreat, leaving the good Captain free to negotiated with the surviving pirates.

Captain Fafnir Harlgren and his crew were granted pardon, provided that they sail as privateers for the Imperium. The terms were accepted, and these beasts are, once again, welcome (more or less) on our shores and in our fair city. The various ministries urge the citizens of Bully Harbor to treat them with the respect they deserve.

Game Events: Rokford Steps Down, Fugate Takes His Place

Merry 11, Yr. 1728, 11:39 am
On Merry 11, Yr. 1728, Captain Mackenroe Rokford of the Skeered of Nothing stepped down from his post on the Skeered. To serve in his stead, Ladorak Fugate, formerly Second Mate of the respective ship, has been promoted to Captaincy.

May Rokford enjoy a rest from his duties as is deserving his loyal service, and may Fugate serve the Emperor long and well as His Grace commands.

Game Events: Promotions and a Swimming Weasel

Smarch 24, Yr. 1728, 8:46 am
It seems as though promotions in the Harbor come in no less than pairs, and often in sets of three or more. Yesterday, three Naval promotions were announced by the Minister of War.

May it be heard that First Mates Zilaco Wyndshard and Tanya S. Rainblade-Ryalor of the Skeered of Nothing and The Golden Hide, respectively, have been promoted to the rank of Captain—Wyndshard to the Blackship and Rainblade-Ryalor to the Hide. May they sail swiftly in the name of His Glory, the Emperor.

Vulpera C. Errul, former Captain of the Blackship has been promoted to the rank of Admiral in accordance with her retirement from the position of Captain. She has served the Imperium well upon her fine ship and will continue to do so in her new position.

Former Captain of the Hide, Minister of Niceties Tislane Tinker, was seen swimming in the harbor recently after diving off the deck of The Golden Hide. Some dock workers claimed they had seen the Minister of War throw her off, but there are few eyewitness accounts claiming such. Indeed, Tinker has been cooped up indoors with a bad head cold ever since her swimming escapade in the chilly Smarch waters of the harbor.

Game Events: Mayoral Elections Held!

Primary 15, Yr. 1728, 8:56 am
Bully Harbour was surprised to learn this morning that it had elected a new Mayor. Minister of Misanthropy Vladimir Ullyanov was declared the winner of the election, gaining 103% of the vote.

Lord Ullyanov was reportedly "thrilled" with the result, and pledged he would remain true to his campaign promises. A lone voice was heard to mutter that he hadn't made any, before its owner was dragged from the room.

Rival candidate, Jethro Q. Walruss, was unavailable for comment. His campaign spokesbeast pointed out that they thought the election was next month, which is why they hadn't campaigned. Also, they said that Mr Walruss would not be giving any interviews, but that he certainly hadn't been detained by MAUL.

Lord Ullyanov later offered his condolences to his rival's family.

Game Events: Bananas and Rankings

Primary 14, Yr. 1728, 7:23 pm
On an unexpected visit to the Imperium on Primary 13, 1728, the Emperor delivered some shocking news:

Bananas do not grow on trees; they grow on herbs.

Bully Harbor will never be the same again.

Also of note, the Emperor and Ministers held a lengthy meeting during his visit. Although the Minister of War stormed out in a fit of rage ten minutes before the meeting was adjourned, it seems as though an agreement was made.
An agreement on what, you ask?

Due to the current turbulence and indecision amongst the higher ranking members of the Imperium, the Emperor requested that certain changes be made, as well as more initiative be taken.

Pawpicked by the Emperor to succeed Mistoffelees, the former Minister of Niceties, is Tislane Tinker, a beast yet unknown to any of the Ministers, and who is supposed to arrive within the next few days.

Also to be considered was the position of Minister of Commerce, for the current Minister, Harisar Vernum, has taken such a liking to working with the economy that it keeps him from performing other duties as Minister. As such, he will now be known as Master of Imperial Economics and will no longer be expected to perform Ministerial duties. However, let it be known that Harisar is of the same ranking as a Minister and deserves respect as such.

Taking his place as Minister of Commerce is Captain Vertherian L. Ullyanov of The Golden Hide. May the blessings of His Grace the Emperor tumble down upon her like a golden fog.

It was shortly after this agreement was made that the Minister of War could be heard yelling in anger before abruptly leaving the meeting. The stimulation for her anger came about from the topic of the replacement for the Captain of the Hide. Though it is typically the Minister of War's duty and privilege to deal with Naval matters, the Emperor made an unprecedented announcement.
The Captain of the Hide is to be Tislane Tinker, also the Minister of Niceties.

Without further ado, the Emperor declared the meeting adjourned and left immediately for Amarone. It is thought that he feared assassination, but most reports say that an angry crowd was brewing, demanding that Mar'kan retract his announcement about the bananas.