Sixth Interlude - Declaration of War

Official Declaration
of Imperator Michael Meadows
Imperator of Sardipa

September the Eleventh, One-Thousand Three Hundred and Thirty, Sardipan Reckoning

Most esteemed King Rarc II of the Sovereign nation of Bellaraphon, this letter is to inform you of the grievances levelled toward you by the great nation of Sardipa and the consequences you have incured.
In previous correspondence, your government has denied allegations that it is directly responsible for the death of the Sardipan national hero, Savant Viggo Helmsman, on the fourth of April, One-Thousand Three Hundred and Thirty SR, in your capital city of Geon.
In addition, you have declined the following reparation demands:
25% of Bellaraphonian national income sent as tribute to Sardipa for twenty years.
Ceding of all lands from the Sardipan border to the Ersted River.
Abdication of King Rarc II and following trial for conspiracy and homocide.

Due to your refusal to meet the most reasonable demands of our great nation in the field of diplomacy, you shall face Sardipa on the field of battle.

From this point forward, negotiations shall only be conducted under the conditions of wartime parley. Do not expect our great nation to be as lenient at this time.

Signed,
Michael Meadows, Imperator
Nathan Cross, Chief Consul
King Henry XXVI