[A letter sent to the Members of the Gold League]

[WriterX]

To the esteemed members of the League of Gold,

 It is said that tragedy to some is opportunity for others. Arslan may be free, while also bankrupt, with much of its machinery broken, but that should not stop us from creating a foundation for business and profit.

 We ought be aware that the war is still ongoing, and it is unlikely that we will be able to do much until Iakmes lies dead. Yet, it does not change the fact that we are offered a golden opportunity.

 No doubt the Tutors of Arslan will come, asking the Legates for funding, but, and while no doubt such investment will be paramount for the stability of our Vassal, we ought look for ways to profit as well.

 As far as I am aware, the Gem Mines are out of our hands directly, as they belong to a private company. However, offering to deliver them materials and machinery for swift repairs may allow for a quick profit.

 Further, every lord has their own plans and desire that they cannot speak of loudly to their masters. With their coffers empty offering appropriate "loans for favors", such as limiting who can deliver appropriate good and machines to the gem mines, might be a suitable angle.

 No doubt, we won't be alone upon this stage, and no doubt there will be those among you trying to jump ahead and try to claim the "prize" for themselves.

 Yet there is only so much individual merchants from Ephia's Well can accomplish, but we, as a League, could achieve much more.

 I would propose a League Meeting in the coming days where these ideas may be discussed.

 Among some of the ideas that may be brought up:

1) Delivery of Building Materials to Arslan, alongside labor (we have no shortage of laborers squatting outside of the Rose Gate). Could see whether we could redirect some of the stone from the Quarry toward this as well, perhaps alongside the blessing of the Legates to make a profit out of a heap of rocks.

2) Purchase, restoration and renting of properties. No doubt the heavy losses incurred by the populace does mean there are many abandoned properties. Their purchase by us would be a short-term boon to Arslan's treasury, and a long-term benefit for ourselves. It may sadly also be the case that many fo the properties are damaged or ruined.

3) Prospecting for other resources/materials/goods around Arslan. Perhaps aside from the Gem Mine we may be able to find something else of note and worth.

4) Resettlement of refugees. In case Arslan will have a shortage of manpower we can offer to transport our own to Arslan for a suitable funding from the Pyramid, as I doubt Arslan will have the funds to cover such. We would also have to include security for this, and who can tell what the state of the roads will be after the war.

These are just some early ideas, but I believe that even these budding notions can be expanded upon. We ought consider them, for the sake of profit and growth.

Intern-Secretary Catalina Calza