[Posters and flyers start to appear around Old Sanctuary and its surrounding areas, with a few of them finding their way into Lower. They are written in a hand that seems to favor large, bold words, and a stylized flourish.] Citizens of Sanctuary,

Let it be known that here on this day, Kythorn 21, in the Year 152 since the founding, that I, Hoaradin Delorin the Pure, favored Priest of Kossuth, hereby announce my candidacy for Councillorship. I step forward, out of the darkness, to shine the light of the Flames of Almighty Kossuth upon this city. From his Holy Fires will this city be purified.

Citizens, I encourage you to recall the days of the recent past when monstrous slaver races roamed our streets. It was then that I, Hoaradin Delorin the Pure, stepped forward and took a stand. It was I, Hoaradin Delorin the Pure, that led the charge to have the beasts removed from our city.

And so it was done. When sheltered in the light of the Purifying Flame, the citizens of Sanctuary stood up as one and threw them out. Creatures and beasts that cling to darkness have no home here. The Flames of Almighty Kossuth consume the wicked, the unworthy, the impure, the corrupt, the tainted and all others who cower in the darkness. Even as they cling to the shadows, the light of the flame seeks them out.

The Fires of Purification burn brightly in the worthy. We find ourselves here, trapped in a place of darkness, surrounded by enemies - most of whom have made their home within our walls. Should we fear the Drow, who cling to darkness - an obvious weakness? Should we fear the Aberrations? Of course, they are a threat. However, there is no greater threat than one who poses as a friend but has a dagger to your back.

When I battled the beasts of this city the first time, I retired to my religious obligations, content to know that I had done this city a service. Now, I rise again as a spark rekindled, and I am rapidly building into a BLAZING INFERNO!

I look outside of our gates, and lo what do I see? Treachery! Cowardice! Weakness! From the very men and women placed in power by your hand. They would have you believe that it was the only way to save this city.

I say to this: They did not try hard enough! No civilized man will bow down to a beast! No leader of free men sells his people to slaving monsters!

NO! I SAY NO! THIS WILL NOT STAND! THE ONLY GOOD MONSTER IS A DEAD MONSTER!

Under my FIRST TERM as Councilor, a new deal shall be brokered, a new source of ore found. These beasts shall be removed from our gates and consumed by the fires of the Purifying Flame. The parchment upon which the agreement is written shall be burned to ash!

FEAR NOT, CITIZEN! THE LIGHT OF THE PURIFYING FLAME SHINES HERE IN THE DARKNESS! It burns brightly within the heart of each worthy man and woman willing to take up the cause. There is justice here, there is truth in the fire, there is hope for this city! Do not be led astray!

VOTE FOR HOARADIN DELORIN!

Through the Firelord this city shall find redemption! Purification is at hand! No man, woman or beast shall stand in our way!

[An old poster is placed next to this one in the Town Hall. Fresh, more recent copies are found strategically placed throughout Old Sanctuary.]

[When not giving a speech or performing a task, Hoaradin can be found wandering the streets of Old Sanctuary speaking to its citizens. He strives to learn the concerns of each person that he meets, and tailors his message in an attempt to inspire and motivate them to vote.

As he moves about Old Sanctuary he also preaches the holy word of Kossuth, attempting to bring citizens over to embrace the Purifying Flame. His campaign slogan has become: "Hoaradin Delorin - A Blazing Flame in the Dark." He hopes that it will bring hope to the people and encourages everyone he meets to spread the word to their friends.]

//OOC: That's for the NPC's. If any DM's want Hoaradin to do it IG just let me know.

[Posters start to appear around Old Sanctuary and its surrounding areas, with a few of them finding their way into New Dunwarren. They are written in a hand that seems to favor large, bold words, and a stylized flourish.]

Vote Hoaradin Delorin A Blazing Beacon of Stability, Justice and Order!

Long have I been a staunch supporter of stability and strength. Sanctuary must be a Blazing Beacon of stability in order to stand against the terrors of the dark. As such, I hereby announce my support for the New Dunwarren reunification proposal, with minor modifications that shall be listed below.

Understand, citizen that reunification is a desired goal for our settlement as it shall reduce competition for our scarce resources and bring renewed strength and stability to our city.

I shall support the reunification under the following modifications to their proposal:

- The Temple of Tyr shall be allowed to remain outside the law of Sanctuary, and be considered holy ground that is enforceable by the laws of the Tyrran Church. However, the Temple of Tyr shall not give succor or refuge to any individual who is a wanted criminal of the law.

- The stockpile of ore and metal held by New Dunwarren shall default to the City of Sanctuary, in an effort to prevent more coin falling into the hands of monstrous beasts. All other resources shall be allowed to default to the Temple of Tyr.

- A new governmental organization shall be formed called, "The Sanctuary Oversight Committee."

The Sanctuary Oversight Committee

This governmental committee shall consist of six individuals, selected by the Watch, who shall be empowered to investigate corruption within the governmental organizations of our city, including the individual members of the Council.

The organization shall be empowered to operate outside the bounds of the law while conducting investigations and no authority shall bind them nor inhibit their abilities.

These individuals may not be members of a governmental organization or sit upon the Council, and once appointed by the Watch they shall be empowered in their position for life so that they may avoid political strife and other such upheaval that may infect our city.

Upon the formation of this new governmental body two representatives of new Dunwarren shall be elected.

This organization shall be empowered to act as judges in all trials.

If a member of the government is placed on trial a member of the organization shall be the prosecutor and the other members acting as judge, with the governmental official found guilty by majority vote.

Should an individual of the organization be deemed corrupt or lax in their duties the other members of the organization shall be empowered to remove him by majority vote, and a new member shall be appointed to replace the old by the Sanctuary Watch.

Know now that a vote placed for Hoaradin Delorin shall be a vote for newfound stability, for justice, for strength, for order and a blow against corruption, anarchy and chaos.

Vote Hoaradin Delorin A Blazing Beacon of Stability, Justice and Order!

[Even more posters start to appear around Old Sanctuary and its surrounding areas, with a few of them finding their way into New Dunwarren. They are written in a hand that seems to favor large, bold words, and a stylized flourish.]

Vote Hoaradin Delorin A Blazing Beacon in the Dark!

Know well, Citizens of Sanctuary, that I - Hoaradin Delorin the Pure, most holy servant of Kossuth the Purifying Flame - do stand fervently against the Drow who invade our city and who inhabit this dark realm. All Drow regardless of sex, age or religious affiliation are doomed to be consumed by the Purifying Fires of Kossuth. I pledge to you that should you elect me Councilor I shall not let these slavers - or any other - roam our streets.

They strive to hide within the darkness, but the Light of the Flame shall reveal them and the treachery of those who give them aid. The Fires of Kossuth also bring wisdom in addition to power, and the wise realize that we are few and the Drow are many. I shall not needlessly sacrifice the lives of the good people of this city in a crusade that will only end with their inner fires snuffed out.

I shall not make deals with devils or slaving monstrous races in order to protect this city. We do not need such, we only need to turn to the Purifying Fires of Kossuth and embrace the light of his flames, and he shall shelter and protect us. Know that the light of the Flame shines as a beacon to the faithful and a scourge to the wicked. You need not fear the dark so long as you are sheltered within its light!

Some of my opponents would have you believe that there must be compromise in order to protect ourselves. This is a falsehood - a lie - revealed as such by the guiding and wise light of the flame. Such men and women only trade your shackles from one slaving race to the next. Though their passionate hatred of the Drow should be admired, their wisdom in dealing with the problem should not be trusted.

Know well that should you elect me I shall readily consign any who threaten the stability and the order of our city to the Purifying Flame. Those who serve the Purifying Fires are agents of Justice, of Honor and Purity who bring forth order and stability. We are tempered by the fires of Kossuth, the impurities of our soul burned away as we are reforged into greater men.

Many would have you believe that we are alone here in the dark, and while it may seem true it is only because they have not seen the righteous fires of the Purifying Flame. Those who find themselves illuminated by its light know that so long as they stand within it, no shadow or creature of darkness shall ever bring them harm. You are not alone! Those who walk within the light of the Purifying Flame never are - know this and remember it well!

Vote Hoaradin Delorin A Blazing Beacon in the Dark!

[Even more posters start to appear around Old Sanctuary and its surrounding areas, with a few of them finding their way into New Dunwarren. They are written in a hand that seems to favor large, bold words, and a stylized flourish.]

Vote Hoaradin Delorin A Blazing Beacon in the Dark!

As the burning flames of Kossuth Almighty give me strength and enlightenment I find myself in agreement with Haldor Longhand. I ask my fellow rivals - who shall join us in the support of the following:

- A ban on Necromancy and the animating of any Undead, not just citizens!

- A ban on Infernalism. Those who make pacts with devils and demons must be consigned to the Purifying Flame.

- A ban on working and trading with monstrous races and slavers, those who do such endanger our freedoms and must be consigned to the Purifying Flame.

- A strong effort to strengthen our Military Presence and Defenses. There are many ways to do this, and not only those outlined by my rival and friend Haldor. A strong support of the Sanctuary Watch is a very good first step. I ask my fellow rivals, will you join us in standing up for these things? Will you join me and stand within the Light of the Purifying Flame, and know that within its light we together - as competitive rivals and friends - may deal a devastating blow to the evils that inhabit this dark realm! Do not remain silent!

Vote Hoaradin Delorin A Blazing Beacon in the Dark!

[Posters start to appear around Old Sanctuary and its surrounding areas, with a few of them finding their way into Lower. They are written in a hand that seems to favor large, bold words, and a stylized flourish. They contain a speech similar to that which Hoaradin gave at the Town Hall.]

I am Hoaradin Delorin the Pure, faithful Priest of Kossuth, the Purifying Flame. I have been summoned here today so that you might be imparted with the holy wisdom of the Undying Fire. Listen well to my words and let them burn into your mind. They are the truth of Kossuth, which is undiluted by the weaker element of water and unobscured by jealous smoke!

I am aware that there are those of you who have been filled with false impressions of my faith. Your minds have been fed lies that have been spread by agents of wickedness and sin.

I stand here today in the light of the Purifying Flames of Kossuth to speak the truth. As you gaze upon me know this well, and be the judge of my words.

Some of you see Kossuth as only an agent of destruction. This is a falsehood, a deception, a lie and the domain of the False Sun Cyric. Kossuth does not bring forth wanton destruction for pleasure, for this belongs only to the lesser deity known as Talos.

Yes, I am aware that some claim to serve Kossuth even as they abuse the gift he has given to the world. I tell you and them now; they are misguided fools who shall find that the fires they sought to abuse turning upon them, consuming their mortal flesh as punishment for their sins.

The fires of Kossuth are not chaotic tendrils of flame that seek out meaningless destruction. They do not seek to consume all life in their burning embrace - NO! They are the SOURCE of life itself!

Yes. You heard me correctly. Your very existence is owed to Kossuth, for without him the fire of the sun that shines on the lands above could never have been forged. Without its warmth and light life on our world would have never come forth from the cold, damp and impure earth.

Without the fires of Kossuth, the world would be cold and lightless. Without the fires of the forge, there would be no weapons for the warriors of Tempus to use in battle. Without the fires of the hearth, each of you would have no fire to cook your meals.

Without the fires of Kossuth, we would spend our mortal lives as nothing more than blind, crawling beasts, feeling our way along, hoping to catch a rat with our bare hands, to feast upon their raw, uncooked flesh.

It is only Kossuth who prevents our world from suffering this fate. That is why we are eternally thankful that he continues to bless us with his life-giving fire. Fire is what separates humanity from the beasts, and gives rise to our civilized world.

No! The fires of Kossuth do not burn as careless and destructive blazes. The flames burn as a force of creation, rebirth, redemption and purity! They shine upon the civilized man and his society as a beacon of order, stability, and hope. They temper his soul and mind by granting him wisdom to know the difference between right and wrong, justice and injustice, and the nature of honor.

Just as a forest fire clears the path for new growth; so too does the Purifying Flame of Kossuth clear the path for redemption of the soul, burning away sin to purify and reforge the man.

Just as a sword is placed into the fire to remove the impurities of the metal, so too are we placed into the Purifying Flames to be reforged by Kossuth into instruments of righteousness and purity.

His fires give off the light to push back the darkness of our foreboding home, and illuminate dangers and threats so that we might clearly see them. His fire is a beacon of stability, safety and security.

To stand near the flames of Kossuth is to be warmed by their heat and to be illuminated by their wisdom.

These are the things that Kossuth brings to our world. When it is time to cast your vote, remember well this sermon, and know that when I am your Councilor I shall uphold these virtues.

I shall burn as a blazing beacon against the darkness, bringing newfound hope, order, security and stability to our city. Know that your vote shall not be wasted nor regretted.

[Posters start to appear around Old Sanctuary and its surrounding areas, with a few of them finding their way into Lower. They are written in a hand that seems to favor large, bold words, and a stylized flourish.]

VOTE HOARADIN DELORIN A Blazing Beacon in the Dark!

Citizens of Sanctuary, we are fast approaching the time for you to cast your votes and we have heard many speeches. We have heard many promises and empty rhetoric. There have been many who have attacked me, for they know that I shall shine the light of Kossuth upon corruption and injustice in this city. However, I have not been very clear about what I shall do if I am elected. Let this message shine clear throughout Sanctuary, for this is what I shall bring.

- I shall work toward establishing the "Light in the Dark" Sanctuary Adventurers Guild. This guild shall serve at the pleasure of the city, to allow adventurers and other such individuals who are so inclined to become members and undertake dangerous operations that further our cities interests. These brave men and women will be our frontiersmen, shining as beacons of light here in the darkness. They shall be used to free slaves, assault enemy trade routes, as well as for dangerous missions to secure areas of interest.

- I shall make it illegal to trade, associate or deal with the following races: goblins, kobolds, drow, illithid, beholders, devils, demons, duergar, kuo-toa, orogs and other such slaving creatures of evil and wickedness. We must always remember that we stand alone and cannot allow ourselves to be tempted into compromising our morality, for in doing so we shall once again find ourselves in chains. Those who deal with evil invite evil, and when it is upon you it will destroy you.

- I have a plan to deal with the economic situation facing this city, and to pull us from the brink of economic collapse.

- I know that many of you are unemployed and I have plans to begin creating many jobs and expect to see unemployment fall drastically.

- I have done research and have found that the city is lacking in very basic industries, especially in agriculture. I shall push forward to create a rothe farm, pig farm, and multiple mushroom farms to support the population of this city.

- Sanitation. This city is deeply unsanitary and at a high risk for plagues and diseases. I shall begin making steps to rectify this situation so that you need no longer live in filth like animals.

- The security of the nearby abandoned mines will be a high priority. It is one of the main entry points to our gates, and by leaving the mines unsecure we open ourselves up to an easy assault. By securing the mines it shall give us forewarning of approaching enemies and will allow us to quickly muster a force to defend the gate. How many more times must our gates be attacked before we take action?

- The security of our city is a high priority, and as such all entry points into the city shall be closed to those moving invisible or while their face is hidden. Criminals shall no longer pass easily through our streets without identifying themselves, and no longer shall drow walk among us seeking more citizens to lure away into chains.

- I shall work directly with the Sheriff and the Watch to ensure that the city is safe, that the Watch receives the funding that it needs, and that it is spent wisely and effectively.

- I shall work toward building a plan of action that will detail a method on securing our citizens should we find ourselves under attack. Our gates and the Watch are only our first line of defense. We know that those lines of defense can be breeched by a powerful enough enemy, what then shall happen to our citizens if such an attack takes place again? A plan of emergency action must be put in place.

...and these are just a small handful of the things that I shall pursue if I am elected to the Council of Sanctuary.

VOTE HOARADIN DELORIN A Blazing Beacon in the Dark!

[Posters start to appear around Old Sanctuary and its surrounding areas, with a few of them finding their way into New Dunwarren. Hoaradin takes special care to ensure that a posting is placed next to each slanderous posting about him that he can find around the city. They are written in a hand that seems to favor large, bold words, and a stylized flourish.]

VOTE HOARADIN DELORIN A Blazing Beacon in the Dark!

Look on in amusement, my friends as the servants of wickedness and evil begin to quiver with fear. Laugh at them as they attempt to spread slanderous lies about me and my faith. I have made plain to you the truth of my faith and my intentions. We both know the truth.

Look at the so-called news of this city "Penrose Knows." Look at how he corrupts and twists fact into slanderous lie. Penrose does the work of Cyric the Mad, through his acts of deception and lies.

Look at the so-called messages near the Machine Zone. Does the Spellguard fear me? Oh yes, they do. They know that I am a candidate that is in firm support of our Sheriff Azzam. They know that I am a candidate who will stand against their tyranny and will not crumble before blackmail or their demands.

These lies and slanders against my name and Church only prove one thing: Those who would rip this city apart fear me. Those would do this city the most grievous harm tremble at the thought of you casting your vote for me. And it is well that they should.

When you elect me your Councilor I shall bring order and stability to this city. No longer will we live like animals or cowardly slaves. We are free men and women. We stand against the darkness of this evil realm and embrace the light.

I shall work to bring you stability and order and prosperity among many other things. These are not idle promises for this is what I have dedicated my life to ensuring. There are those who attack me because of my faith - but I say to you - we have had strong priests on the Council in the past. Did you doubt their wisdom or their judgment? Some of the best men who sat on our Council have been men of the church. You should not distrust me because of my faith, friend - no instead you should trust me because of it.

I stand in the light of the Purifying Flame. I cannot tell you a lie. The others cannot say the same.

VOTE HOARADIN DELORIN A Blazing Beacon in the Dark!

[Hoaradin can be found at the Town Hall speaking to people individually or in small groups. He speaks of his policies and plans, in an attempt to win as many votes as possible. He speaks to almost everyone he can. Hoaradin promises three things: Strength, Stability, and Independence.]