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Kaltorak

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I've been inspired to make my own AAR by the works of phargle in his epic and award winning tales of misadventure :

Knud Knýtling, Prince of Denmark (and other assorted tales)

And of late in similar form the alphabetic crusade of anonymous4401:

Real Men Do It Alphabetically: An AARgau

So here is my venture into the wonderful world of AARs. Hopefully it isn't too disturbed, dysfunctional and dank.

Chapter 1: From Humble Beginnings

As told with pictures. And some words.​

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Meet Conchobar O'Neill, a proud Irishman.

He became the "King" of Mide by winning a drinking contest.

He claims the time he spent with the monks in his youth prepared him for it.

The stuff those chaste observers of the faith drink to drown the sorrows of painfully swollen prostates made the contests ale taste like apples.

In truth it probably had more to do with him spiking their drinks. What a cunning man.

His opponent's wife caught him, fortunately his charm and wit saved the day.

He seduced her while hubby was on the can and married her after he died of alcohol poisoning. Clearly a great diplomat.

Like all Irish drinking contests the result was decided with a healthy brawl.

Again Conchobar prevailed, it seems the monks taught him drunk style kung fu.

He couldn't remember much of the technique. Never was an organised man.

So here we are, Conchobar, "King" of Mide.

The rest of the world calls him count.

He grew a cool beard. He said if anyone was to respect him as a man of rank, he had to hide his bum chin.

Now we must learn of his ambition.

The Norman conquest of England has forced him to wear incontinence pads.

Until Ireland is united as one under its own REAL king he fears the condition will persist.

He hopes he can accomplish this before he dies, wearing nappies makes him blush when his wife helps him undress for bed.

The shame cannot continue!

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Speaking of his wife. Meet Grainne, mother of two.

Her husband thought the slurred speech was because she was an alcoholic.

Ignorance is bliss right? That cleft in her lip? A former lover in jealous rage.

It was a former lover, but it was his genes that left her with a harelip.

She fooled a "king" into marrying her. What else does she hide?

What a cunning woman.​

What will we learn next about this... interesting family. Stay tuned as we get to know of the "king"'s shame and sorrow.
 
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Shame and Sorrow.

Chapter 1: From Humble Beginnings

Inspired by
Knud Knýtling, Prince of Denmark (and other assorted tales)
and
Real Men Do It Alphabetically: An AARgau

As told with pictures. And some words.

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Meet Mael, the first shame and sorrow.

Educated by the fist.

His refusal to have more then four pints began his education.

It ended with his dad.

He was caught resisting to take advantage of a drunk common girl.

A decade of beatings has hardened him. What a tough man.

Hairy from birth he has produced an impressive beard and intimidating eye brows.

He inherited his father's taste in clothes.

That was all he inherited from his father.

His mother failed to mention her pregnancy before the marriage.

What a cunning woman.

Heir of the O'Neill dynasty he might yet inherit something from his father.

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Meet Murchad, the second shame and sorrow.

Educated by the fist.

Giving his money to his favourite woman began his education.

It ended with his dad.

Knocking out his father in a fight over his allowance.

His allowance increased as the Marshal of the court. What a tough man.

The mirror image of his father.

Only he holds his chin in high regard.

He even wears his surcoat to bed. A soldier must be prepared.

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Meet Flann, a dead man.

He has a terribly familiar beard.

Whats the connection?​



Stay tuned to find out how the dead man fits into this deranged equation. Why is his beard familiar? How did he die? How did he become a tough man?
 
Legacy of a dead man

Chapter 1: From Humble Beginnings

Inspired by
Knud Knýtling, Prince of Denmark (and other assorted tales)
and
Real Men Do It Alphabetically: An AARgau

As told with pictures. And some words.

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Meet Domnall, elder son of a dead man.

He shares his fathers beard. A trait also found in his cousin, Mael.

Educated by the fist.

Starting a brawl aged nine began his education.

It ended with his cousin Murchad?

Witnessing Conchoban been knocked out by Murchad made him see the wisdom of picking his fights. What a tough man.

Domnall lost his father aged just one.

Apparently daddy was impaled on a pitchfork shortly after finishing up with the wielder's wife.

Loves the feel of leather against his skin.

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Meet Chad, abbreviated by birth.

Second son of Flann. Once called Murchad.

The birth of Conchoban's son Murchad made him Chad.

Educated by the fist.

His pride made him demand to remain Murchad this began his education.

It ended with his cousin Murchad?

He dared called his cousin Chad.

He spent three weeks in infirm. What a tough man.

Father was a blade for hire in his youth. What a tough man.

It turns out that his mother was his aunt's sister.

He's still sick of been told how much he looks like Murchad.

Thats why he dresses like a pauper.

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Meet Mide, yes the province.

By Irish standards its second to one, Dublin.

It has the honour of been the only county in Ireland to have two buildings.

Thats right, the church.

It keeps the peasants happy and unconcerned that we started taking more of their hard earned.

It has 380 men poised to defend it.

This is where our story is set.​


Stay tuned for the next chapter of the tale. The dating game.
 
The Dating Game

My first comment. Chuckle. What a relief!

Cheers, Lord Valentine.

Chapter 2: The Dating Game

Inspired by
Knud Knýtling, Prince of Denmark (and other assorted tales)
and
Real Men Do It Alphabetically: An AARgau

As told with pictures. And some words.


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Conchobars first act was to use his position to find his hopeless sons and nephews wives.

Amazingly in the whole of Ireland there was only nine young women of that would answer the call.

Needing the prestige of turning his useless lumps into husbands he tried to do the best he could.

He found Ulster was receptive.

In exchange for two of his women all that was required was a promise that Tir Eoghain would be our first victim.

Conchobar saw the opportunity to lay two birds with one promise.

Clearly a great diplomat.

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Meet Maire, mare from Ulaid.

The fact she looks like a horse would be less obvious if her parents hadn't given up been creative after the fifth child.

Educated by society.

Observing the demand for her older sister's charms began her education.

It ended by convincing her sister she could sell the supply instead of giving it away. What a crafty woman.

Of course she shared the take. 70 percent to herself. Shes not JUST selfish.

She learned to make the men pay up front after the first five ran away. What a foolish woman.

Domnall gets this woman. Conchobar felt she needed his wise and cunning guidance.

Steward of Mide is she.

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Meet Benmide, the second of Ulaid.

Women of the court call her Ben of Mide behind her back.

She feels so naughty when she spreads rumours.

Unfortunately they are all true.

Someone should tell her how gossip is supposed to work.

Her education was of no concern.

Mainly because she was to be Chad's.

Hopefully she is as forgiving about the arrangement as when Conchoban groped her.

Everything about the Chad is proudly unremarkable.

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Meet Alis, the typical product of modern catholic all girl schools.

The nuns spanked her with big sticks at school to help her learn to be virtuous.

They beat her belief in God right out of her.

In her final two years she was angelic around the nuns.

Back in the privacy of the dormitories she bullied and blackmailed the girls into gratifying her sexual urges. What a cunning woman.

In the carriage back to Mide from Osriage she seduced Conchoban.

Everyone wonders why Spy Master of Mide is she. One word, nappy.

The welts she left on his body and mind won't be soon forgotten.

She was perfect for Murchad though.

Revenge for Conchoban against his brute son. What a cunning man.

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Meet Nuala, the heir's bride.

Educated by society.

Twisting her father round her finger with a mere smile to get anything she wished began her education.

It ended by flattering a foreign noble into making her the second most powerful woman in his "kingdom". What a charming woman.

Conchoban was flushed with pride after visiting Nuala.

She seemed to know exactly what buttons to push.

Mide was a dream for her.

The only church in Ireland.

Wealth the provinces of Connacht could only fantasize about.

Men all tough and handsome.

She even forgave him when he got the wrong idea about her praise.

Her flattery had found its mark though.

She's now married to the heir of Mide.

Managing to get what she wanted while telling the truth. Clearly a great diplomat.

Chancellor of Mide is she.


The men of Mide are now all married, but to what end? What will Conchoban do next? Find out in the next twisted tale in our story.
 
Hmm...

Just out of curiosity. What does everyone think of the format? Should I tidy it up a bit? And the content? Should I clean it up? Does someone out there actually like the depravity?

Cheers,

Kal
 
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Kaltorak said:
Just out of curiosity. What does everyone think of the format? Should I tidy it up a bit? And the content? Should I clean it up? Does someone out there actually like the depravity?

Cheers,

Kal

I think its good. Very interesting and different. Keep it up. :D
 
He dates men?

Thanks, Praetorian. This ones for you.

Chapter 2: The Dating Game

Inspired by
Knud Knýtling, Prince of Denmark (and other assorted tales)
and
Real Men Do It Alphabetically: An AARgau

As told with pictures. And some words.

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Ahhh, Dublin. The greatest province in Ireland.

Look at the heraldry.

It looks to me like a mountain wearing a crown.

That it should be the summit of Irish power is clear.

The natural location for Ireland's King.

Its also surrounded by what looks like water.

Ireland is surrounded by water. Its all becoming clear.

Therefore I must ally myself with those of Dublin.​

Febuary 2, 1067.​
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So I left to find a man to be my lord and master.

I went before Diarmait and swore that the O'Neill line would not rest until an Ui Mordha had become King of Ireland.

He made me kneel before him. I was uncomfortable, he seemed to like it.

Thankfully that was all he required of me. The deal was done.

We went to his map room and he showed me Ireland in all its glory.

The isle of man was boxed in the corner to remind him it existed.

He had chosen a beautiful green colour for his realm. It seemed to resonate with me.

He announced four days of mirth to follow, but on the third night the old man passed away.

They say he was in the passionate embrace of his mistress.

I was impressed. At his age. Amazing.

My liege was more of a man then I had reckoned on.

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His son however, was not.

The previous nights he had gone to bed with different women, both maids.

He always woke in the morning looking disgusted with himself.

Maybe he couldn't satisfy them.

I questioned him about it and he told me it was none of my business and that he would rather we not talk about it.

What a tactless lout.

He couldn't even recall their names. What a disordered mind.

Educated by the fist.

Molesting a maid this began his education.

It ended with his dad.

Caught in bed when he was supposed to be learning the art of war. What a misguided man.

He sent me home without another word, leaving me wondering if I made the right decision. What a foolish man.


What is next for Conchoban? Will he stay true to his word? Can Ireland be ruled by Murchaid? How will Conchoban begin his quest? All this could be awaiting in the next chapter of our tale: They came from the south.
 
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They came from the south.

Chapter 3: They came from the south

Inspired by
Knud Knýtling, Prince of Denmark (and other assorted tales)
and
Real Men Do It Alphabetically: An AARgau

As told with pictures. And some words.​

Febuary 3, 1069​
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Two years of peace. Yes, almost exactly.

My kin have gotten to the business of making babies with their new wives.

All was well, until I received news.

Chad's wife had died during child birth.

All I saw was opportunity. It all happened quickly.​

Febuary 12, 1069​
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I married Chad to the former lord of Leinster's widow.

She was sick and ailing. Perfect traits for what was to be a hit and run prestige grab.

I convinced her to agree for her son.

Chad didn't have a choice.

I did tell him to be proud he was making an old woman happy before she died.

Immediately after the wedding I had claims written up for Tir Eoghain.

Our promise to Ulaid could finally be brought to fruition.

War was declared a few days later.

The Mide regiment mobilised once the forces of Leinster had rallied in Dublin.​

March 28, 1069​
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In late March the battle was joined.

The first arrows were loosed on the 28th of March.

What remained of the Tir Eoghain forces fled the field on the 9th of April.

Around fifty remained from the massacre.

The dead or wounded numbered about one hundred on our side.

My liege lost the most numbering about sixty men.

Leaving me the largest contributer to our forces.

My liege didn't want a part in the glory and returned home.​

September 16, 1069​
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The siege wore on for months.

Tir Eoghain forces tried to disrupt the siege with the occasional skirmish and neither side would back down.

In good news from home. A old war veteran who served as an archer completed his work on bows.

The new weapon was tested and found fit. Becoming the standard for the forces of Mide.​


November 24, 1069​
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Finally after more then half a year of siege victory was at hand.

The starving and exhausted peoples of Tir Eoghain surrendered to me.


What of Tir Eoghain's future? What land lies next for the ambitious Conchobar? How long can there be peace? You might found out next time.