Marriage of Asparii Virlana

== Engagement ==
Grey and Lyra had previously met a few times at parties and diplomatic gatherings. Princess Lyra and Grey became engaged on May 30th 2024 via an arranged marriage which led to the merging of their respective nations, Tellia which Grey led, and Verena which Lyra resided in. Prior to the engagement Grey and Lyra's father, Shanks Asparii, had been friends and closely worked together on diplomatic projects. On June 4th 2024 the engagement became public alongside the news of the nations mergence. "To All Nations and Esteemed Citizens of Abexilas, Today I announce from the clouds that the crowns of Emperors call for their collision, birthing the creation of a singular Empire and Crownland. In honor and in humility the founding of the Empire of Aethos is officially announced. After countless expeditions and formal meetings; the Crowned Emperor of Tellia 'Grey Aurelian Virlana' and the High King of Verena 'Shanks Vermillion-Aelara Asparii' have henceforth decided to form a nation United in strength. Through the marriage of the First Princess of Verena: 'Lyra Asparii Virlana' and the Emperor of Tellia, this union is founded. Happily it opens its arms and stands firm as a beacon to all those that see its light. In spirit and in strength we weave the tapestry of a single shared destiny, transcending borders and differences to found this Empire of unparalled solidarity." - Shanks Vermillion-Aelara Asparii
=== Customs ===
See Aethos wedding traditions and customs
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