PAXOKU, PAXLAIR STATEHOOD -- The evening started as what appeared to be a joyous and fun-filled day celebrating the Tenth Anniversary of PaxLair, but tragedy struck the city of PaxOku as Mula was apparently murdered in the doorframe at the front of the PaxOku Museum of Virtues.

A bolt of lightning and the death scream of Mula could be heard from the top floor of the Museum as revelers celebrated the anniversary at the annual ball.

More speculation was abound since the resurfacing of Gareth and his slow recovery, aided through Winfield's direction. He was seen this evening storming from Gryphon Hall in Malas shortly before the murder of Mula in the location of PaxOku.

It was at Gryphon Hall this evening that Lady Kathleen, Chief Justice of the PaxLair Statehood, heard testimony from Gareth himself. He seemed from several observers in the room to be acting unsual, and they seemed to be considerably nervous after hearing Gareth's forthcoming demand:

"I tnaw siht truoc ot llik alum"

Which was interpreted by the Court as:

"I want this court to kill Mula."

The proceeding conversation in the courtroom was as follows:

Kathleen: If Mula is guilty, the evidence will show that and punishment can be meted out
Gareth: haks!
Kathleen: But I will not see the authority of this court used for blind murder
Gareth: neht!!!!
Kathleen: *passes a parchment to Bailiff NANOC*
Kathleen: This is an order for Mula to appear before the court.
NANOC: *takes parchment*
Gareth: halb!
Kathleen: Despite what you may think of Mula, Mayor Gareth, she is entitled to present her side.
Elias of Arundel: *grumbles*
Gareth: neht ew lliw yortsed reh sevlesruo gnola htiw ukOxaP!

Clearly in his last words in the courtroom, he stated in his delirium: "Then we will destroy her ourselves along with PaxOku!"


Unfortunately there are few leads into the murder. The painting of Mula's corpse was stolen in a late night raid in Yew on the Felucca Facet during the closing event of the PaxLair Tenth Anniversary, however several witnesses did attest to the fact that the body was still there, as warm as it had fallen after the murderous attack.

However, one of the two paintings did survive, one of questioning immediately after the murder:

It was during this questioning of a person by the name of Lewis and Lady CaT, did the details of "many people in the streets" come from Lewis. CaT was in disbelief that Gareth would swear to kill Mula, but as it was stated in his testimony, it was decidedly otherwise.

It is unclear whether the court warrant had received the PaxOku Guards before the murder, for the warrant was handed to the Court Baliff NANOC who was to hand it either to Governor Winfield or the PaxOku Guards. There is evidence that the bailiff did not deliver the warrant as it was heard in the ballroom the bailiff’s words: "Well, I guess I don't need to carry this arrest warrant anymore."

Questioning of citizens on the street during the act of murder is currently being sought by PaxLair Statehood officials.

What clouds the investigation is that in a search of the perimeter, on the east side of town a Ronin was spotted and the search party came under attack. However, a Ronin attack appears unlikely since their mode of attack tends to be one of fireballs and not lightning strikes.

More word on the state of both Gareth and Mula to be released when available. Anyone with information regarding the murder of Mula should come forward and speak to Governor Winfield or post information here.

Well.....*grins* what a tragedy...

Every tragedy has a cause...and every cause has an effect. Think about that when you wish tragedies upon people without due cause.

To all: Feel free to include any regarding the murder here.

I am REALLY upset about Chancellor Mula's murder! That was something I was hoping to have had the pleasure of doing myself!

Dread Lady CaT

Guess someone tore my post down.

High Chancellor Mulas death is indeed a tragedy...

I have my best people working on this and it is our top priority.

Should anyone find the spirit of Mula please contact myself, Neira, Cat or Sin

I do not wish ill on anyone, but to some i believe death would be preferable rather than ending up in the hands of their enemies. Think of it as well wishing if you will.... *winks*