Thread:The Second Age Server/@comment-88.113.7.98-20161218153351

Application for Vladimir Petskovich (Valdemar Petskborg), king of Domugrad (Old Church Slavonian, means: Home-Town)

The Kingdom of Domugrad is a city state located in the Southern coast of The Sea of Rhûn. The people of Domugrad live mostly by trading with other kingdoms of Rhûn, Dorwinion and The Northmen of The Forhawrim, Mossgård and other southeastern Rhovanion. They are excellent axemen, and are famous mercenaries in Rhovanion. They're not allied to Sauron or Numenor, but are rather neutral. They share close ties with other tribes of Rhûn, Dorwinion and nearly all Northmen. Their kingdom was said to be founded in 300 S.A. by Darko Petskovich, who was rumoured to be a Northman, united the local tribes. Vladimir's father, Ivan (Known as Ingvarr The Golden in Mossgård), built ties with Mossgård and The Vale, reformed the state system, giving the monarchs more power. Ivan was killed in a battle against rebels in the port of Domugrad, and his only son, Vladimir, became the king. He forged an defensive alliance with Mossgård and Þe Ostweg agreement with Forhawrim, increasing trade. As the people of Domugrad are well known mercenaries, some have tried trying their luck in armies of the Forhawrim and Mossgård

Childhood:

Vladimir was born in Rhugorod castle of the city of Domugrad. His father was Ivan Petskovich, and his mother was a noblewoman called Helga. His father was not home alot as he fought against some nomadic hordes from east and Harhawrim Northmen in the west. He was an excellent fighter and would sometimes go on his ship to discover new trading friends. The kingdom of Domugrad has an abundant amount of oil paint from The lands east of The Orocarni, and some farmers have learned to make them. People of Domugrad have rather similar culture to other Northmen due to their influence. They worship the gods (Valar) the same way as Northmen and share many ceremonies. They're a "Northmannicized Rhûnic people"

Education and Teenage years

When he was in his teenage years, he was taught by Northmen and some Rhûnic philosophers. Northmen from Arheim and Mossgård taught him to fight with the axe, and some military formations. At this age he learnt how valuable money really is when he saw many caravans from west and east. He also listened to interesting stories of old mercenaries in the Hall of Elders, which made him want to fight as a mercenary himself, too. He was also very interested in dwarves, and started disliking orcs. As Vladimir became older, his main teacher of geography became Bogomol, an adventurer who had seen the mountains of Rhûn, Lindon and the mysterious island of mist in the southern lands. This man deeply inspired Vladimir to join his father on his sails. Bogomol taught him about the Elves of Lindon, the interesting nature of The South such as the exploding termites, and the beauty of the Red Mountains. While on an an exploring trip, Vladimir's boat was attacked by some nomadic raiders. The Domugradians were able to hold them back, but too many soldiers were wounded and they would have to cancel the jorney.

Mercenary Campaigns

When Vladimir came to the age he became one of the numerous mercenaries from Domugrad. He lead a band of 60 men, and first they were hired by elves fighting against orcs in the Vales of Anduin. Vladimir was an excellent leader, and the elves and Domugradians drew orcs back to the Eastern banks of the river. His squad left the army, and were soon hired by dwarves to fight in the mountains. The Domugradians were inexperienced fighting in dark tunnels, but after some battles they became used to it. Vladimir did not carry a shield and used one handed axe. He also fell in love with dwarven throwing axes. In a battle of a mineshaft close to Khazad Dum, Vladimir was almost killed but was saved by a dwarven pikeman. His squad had taken heavy casualties, but were gifted excellent salary. The battles in dark tunnels had left many men with physiological scars. Vladimir was only slightly affected, and it only made him personally dislike Orcs even more. Vladimir served in Mossgårdian ranks against orcs when Mossgård was lost. Vladimir and his squad were patrolling the streets and Mossgård, and were going to secure the castle of Bergborg, but were ambushed by warg riders in front of the Royal Smithy. The squad was nearly ripped apart by the wargs, and Vladimir and his comrade Zhenya Borisov (Edric Borison) ran in a nearly ruined house. They were fortified in there for some five days, and could only eat some nearly rotten food that the previous citizens had left at the house. Zhenya had a crossbow and 230 bolts with him and was able to kill 170 orcs in just four days, but was killed by a javelin. Vladimir took the crossbow, loaded it, then took the bloody javelin, charged out of the house, threw his javelin and shot his crossbow. The javelin killed a warg and crossbow wounded two orcs, it pierced the first orc's hand and other's leg. He ran southwards, desperately trying to get out of the city and killed an orc or two. He was found by the last 11 survivors of his squad, and they took him to their stronghold which was a block of religious buildings. They called it "Vladimirskrepost" after him, and the name was well known and used by Mossgårdians too. The block had 4 towers which was very useful for defending it. The main building was The Temple of Yngvi (Ingwë), and had many smaller shrines in it too. The Temple was filled with Ingwaz runes. Vladimir's squad had put on tents, and they ate foods the priests had left in the temple. They also found the food for sacrifices, but they already had enough food so they did not need it. Next day some wagons with armored riders and horses arrived in Mossgård, to evacuate the left troops. There weren't many orcs either. Vladimir and his squad took the last wagon to Bjørgvin and the men thanked the gods that their lives had been spared.

Civil War of Domugrad

When Vladimir returned to his home town he was shocked to see buildings burning and soldiers clashing with citizens. The citizens, armed with very light equipment, were pushing towards the palace where the king resided. An group of 720 heavily armed axemen, led by a wealthy trader, was approaching to help the citizens in their fight against the soldiers. Vladimir soon ran so that the axemen would not see him. He saw a huge battle between citizens in the narrow streets of the slummed area. Soon a captain of the Guard of Domugrad saw Vladimir. "VLADIMIR? You have returned?" "Indeed! What is going on?!" "Fyodor the Bloodfist is trying to overthrow the king. They are heavily outnumbering us, we have to get out of the city!" "Where would we go?" "I don't know... Mossgård, The Island? Well, atleast out of this place! Get moving!" When they arrived in the ports they saw a huge catapult barrage at the ship and Ivan telling his forces to get in the ship. The Captain of The Guard was hit with an arrow to his elbow, and ran into the ship. The Ship was a Mossgårdian Longship modified to be more durable at seas. Ivan: Well well well. Fyodor. If you are honorable enough, shall we have a duel to decide who will rule this realm? " Fyodor Bloodfist: Sure why not, old man." They both drew swords and took calm steps towards each others even thought catapults were firing at them. Then, Fyodor shouted: "Open fire, archers!" Ivan was violently hit with 15 arrows and Vladimir ran to him Ivan: "Vladimir, kill that unhonorable bastard an..." Arrows were flying towards him but his iron helmet and chainmail effectively stooped 3 arrows. Fyodor had disappeared, and the last nobles were running into the ship. So did Vladimir. Vladimir had run into a very dark place and there were rumours that even he was dead. A rock hurled from an onager hit the ship. Everyone on the ship was wounded deeply. Suddenly Vladimir came from the shadows and said: "Men, we have been sorely wounded, most of us are giving up hope in fighting. There is only one way out of this, retreat." Guard: "Sir,we are on a ship that is almost destroyed.We have nowhere to go." Vladimir: "Exactly,we have to retreat but no, not backwards Guard: "Where do we go Sir?" Vladimir: "We retreat forward,against the enemy." Guard: "At your command,sir." The Guard looked at Vladimir like he was a madman. "Round up everyone who has the will to fight." Guard:Yes sir. Prepare the Spears! "Forward ! "Vladimir shouted as he and his guards charged at the massive foe.His axe cleaved everything that got into its way. Wood splittered and blood spilled as they fought on in a hill of corpses.Being slaughtered by the charge, the rebel Domugradians started fleeing. But they turned around as someone started smashing them from the way they retreated. It carved a path into the crowd and came to face Vladimir. It was Commander bloodfist, a Domugradian Commander and the leader of the rebellion that had slain many of Vladimir's Guards. Vladimir: You. Fyodor Bloodfist: Me. He was carrying a large iron mace that was washed in blood. You have split the blood of my regiments many times before. "Indeed." said Fyodor Bloodfist. "I will stop your slaughtering." Said Vladimir and gripped his shield. Suddenly Bloodfist charged at him wit his mace raised high. Vladimir took the blow against his shield that gave a clank when it hit. Bloodfist raised his mace high again. Vladimir dogded the second blow and hurled his axe against his foe. It hit his helmet and left a large Mark in it. Bloodfist then swung his mace and hit Vladimir in the shoulder. Arrrrrgh! Shouted Vladimir when the pain surged into his body. Vladimir fell back from the blow and leaned against a pile of corpses. His axe was long away from him. And he only had his fists. "Bring it." said Vladimir. His foe lunged the mace once more against him but it stopped. Vladimir had taken grip of the mace with his bleeding hands. "You know nothing of me or my guard, you cannot bear pain, but we were made to endure it. With those words he took the mallet and demolished Bloodfist's legs." You get to live because I want you to remember this day, the day that will be known as the Day of Victory!" After that some of this troops surrendered but others run into Bargorod district of the city. Vladimir shouted: "Rush Bargorod my honorable warriors! Victory is near at hand!" The last enemies were soon captured and they were sent in to exile in the east.

Coronation

As Vladimir was Ivan's only son, he was coronated the king. Both Mossgård and The Vale sent ambassadors to congratulate him. The coronation cerenomy was peaceful, but some rebels tried killing him after it. Vladimir took them down with an axe alone, and he is extremely popular in his kingdom. He is the current king of Domugrad, who seeks to expand trade and conquer new lands. Ivan was buried with his ship, like Mossgårdians and other Northmen would do.

Personality:

Vladimir is friendly to his friends, and is rather loyal. He might be a little greedy with money, but would not betray friends for it. He likes to browse the Dark scrolls which were written by his ancestors. They're a guide for a ruler, which include many important philosophic writings. He is a good axeman, and would never object a drinking contest. He is somewhat taller than an average Domugradian. He is a good axeman and a marksman with his crossbow of Zhenya Borisov, a fallen comrade and friend.He likes to feast with his fellow comrades and takes care of his unit. IGN:  dcrch20 