The Triple Concordat

The recovered final version of the treaty, as written in Pjuurakian.

## Preamble

The Triple Concordat, signed in Isouran by representatives of the Avalonian Republic, Ãangtje-te, and the Institute on the first day of the first month of 1 AS officially brought an end to a period of tense diplomatic stress on the three nations. The treaty defined territorial boundaries between the Avalonian Republic, the Institute, and Ãangtje-te, settling a brief but intense period of diplomatic posturing, calls to action, and threats from all sides that could have seen the De(u)van Isles break out into war. A war which would have undoubtedly been devastating upon the still economically recovering nations.

## Agreement

Peace negotiations began in Isouran in mid 0 AS and continued through the Winter. Representing the Republic of Avalonia were First Chancellor Averus Vargun and a number of other former rebel leaders. Representing the Institute was First Speaker Areon and the Other Speakers, who collectively are known as the Founders of the Institution. Representing Ãangtje-te were the Governors of the Confederal Council, led by Governor Pja̯tu̯ Kiisoorã, and a number of other Confederal Council members. The treaty was originally drafted in mid 0 AS and was signed in the Hall of Governors in Isouran on the first day of the first month of 1 AS by all representatives.

A number of incidents occurred during the drafting process that threatened to derail negotiations completely. During the Republican delegation's first arrival in Isouran, the number of military personnel the delegation had brought was initially seen as a small army by Ãangtje-te guard posts. The situation was diffused after First Chancellor Vargun, carrying the Republic's banner to the city gates, explained to the mobilizing defenders that they were *not* an invading army. A period of debate between the city's political leaders and the First Chancellor would see the majority of the force return to Avalonia's border, while the remainder were allowed to camp outside the city's perimeter.

Political incidents involving Institute and Avalonian delegates would increase significantly during the treaty's drafting. On a number of occasions, it is alleged that threats of violence were hurled back and forth, as well as vulgar insults and slurs being used against the opposing negotiators. During one such incident, the Republican delegates' map of proposed claims excluded the Institute in its entirety. The stubbornness and the unwillingness of the delegates to co-operate meant that negotiations would regularly devolve into shouting matches. Only the head delegates of Avalonia, the Institute, and the largely mediating body of Ãangtje-te delegates allowed negotiation to progress.

After months of fierce debate and enmity, the finalized territorial boundaries proposed by the Republican First Chancellor were agreed upon by all parties.

## Terms

The Concordat divided the De(u)van Isles between the three powers that occupied it. Each was partitioned a total of eleven provinces.

1. The East would go to Avalonia, including the southern Dildic Isles.
2. To the West and on the Dordics, the Institute would stake its claim.
3. And the third, Ãangtje-te, would control the island's North, and the nothern Dildics.

## Consequences

As of currently (Week 8), the Triple Concordat remains in place.

On several occasions, amendments to the Triple Concordat have been proposed, largely by the Institute.

1. Shortly after its initial signing, the Institute suggested adding another provision to the treaty, proposing a non-aggression and defense pact. The proposition would ultimately be rejected by Ãangtje-te and Avalonia.
2. In 3 AS, the Institute proposed demilitarizing the entirety of Great Devin, but would allow for military buildup on the surrounding isles. While the Ãangtje-te delegates appeared amicable to the idea, the Avalonian delegates, citing concerns about potential hostile invaders and the need for defensive buildup on the Island, rejected the proposal. When pressed on the issue, the Avalonian delegates suggested the exchange of the Dordics from the Institute to the Republic as a requirement for signing. Negotiations broke down after this, but the Concordat was indirectly reaffirmed as a result.