The Wedding of Valois and Köln.

**Roxas** · October 22, 2011, 12:03 PM

The Marriage of Prinzessin Katherina, daughter of König Johannes II von Köln, to Philip of Burgundy, son of Duke Hugh III of Bugundy and nephew of King Philip VI of Valois.

On a sunny blissful day of summer, Chartres Cathedral was bustling with entourages and influential men and woman from across the known world for the joining of hands between a couple which would cement a lasting alliance between two similar christian nations. King Phillip VI had spent a great sum of currency on preparing a grand and festive occasion to display the refined culture of Valois and its vast assets it has. Various sculptures had been created in a very short period of time, displayed around the cathedral to emphasize how devoted Valois was to God and the christian faith. The Cardinal of Valois had been summoned to witness the vows of the young couple, it was to be a grand occasion to remember. King Phillip himself made a great effort to talk to as many guests as possible whilst the final touches were being made for the ceremony.

All foreign dignitaries, diplomats and royalty were invited to witness the exchange of vows and were given the full hospitality that Valois could provide.

**Xion** · October 22, 2011, 12:10 PM

Prince Victarion and Chancellor Rodrigo arrive with some minor diplomats to attend the wedding.

**jakev2** · October 22, 2011, 01:00 PM

OOC: http://www.medieval-weddings.net/wedding_gifts.htm

Might give you some ideas on how to do this

**jakev2** · October 22, 2011, 01:04 PM

König Johannes II, his wife, Königin Elisabeth and Prinzessin Katherina, the bride arrive in Chartres.

**Roxas** · October 22, 2011, 01:19 PM

The Bride is sent out of view of the younger Phillip, making sure to uphold christian marital traditions. The König and his wife are invited to sit in the cathedral next to King Phillip and his wife Joan to finalize what 'gifts' would be exchanged before the ceremony begins and the Konig is required to collect and send off his daughter.

**jakev2** · October 22, 2011, 01:32 PM

Johannes and Elisabeth take their seats, exchanging pleasantries with Philip and Joan and discussing their new alliance in depth. The discussion soon turns to Katherina's dowry, and Johannes smiles before he speaks.

"I own a large estate on the border of our kingdoms, in the Rhineland region and not far from Luxembourg. This, along with a full cellar of our finest wine, a hundred German warhorses, and 200,000 gold coins are the dowry I intend to provide."

**Roxas** · October 22, 2011, 01:45 PM

Joan seemed most enthusiastic about the 'gifts', speaking on behalf of her and Phillip;

"What a wonderful gift, I am sure they couple will enjoy such an extravagant generosity you have given them."

She smiled, beaming with pride.

"Phillip and I intend to provide them with the Duchy of Champagne; I hope you will approve of our 'gift' to the couple?"

**kingsid** · October 22, 2011, 01:50 PM

Baro is sent to witness the wedding, after the personal invitaion. He will attend both weddings and greets them with gifts from his home land, finest artwork and sculptures and sweet honey wine brewed by the finest brewery in all the land. Baro is dressed in his finest robes and his elite knights are dressed in golden rimmed armor. They take there seats and look on towards the Philip and Katherina, Baro speaks in his deep voice:

"Blessings upon your children, may they live for 1000 years!"

(When wedding starts)

**jakev2** · October 22, 2011, 01:52 PM

Johannes raised his eyebrows in surprise.

"You are indeed generous, Philip and Joan. Of course I approve - how could I not? Now, what remains for us to talk over?"

**Roxas** · October 22, 2011, 01:57 PM

Phillip took over,

"All that remains is to decide the gift for the Cardinal; I was thinking about a donation to the churches of our respective nations. What is your opinion?"

**jakev2** · October 22, 2011, 02:54 PM

"That would seem most appropriate - perhaps wven a donation to the Crusaders, so that they may continue God's work in defending Outremer?"

**Roxas** · October 23, 2011, 03:00 AM

Phillip nodded,

"That sounds appropriate, we shall both donate 250,000 to the crusaders when the next lot of taxes our collected in our respective Kingdoms."

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Thirty minutes later and the cathedral bells were being rung, the noise reverberating around the town as the common folk gathered and the guests began to walk to the entrance. The newly-wed royal couple were met with a volley of cheers and showers of petals as the Prince took his new wife to the Royal carriage, where they were sent off by the respective families for their 'first night' after consummating their vows. King Phillip and his wife remained to invite the Konig and his wife back to their residence, to spend some time together before they must depart back to Koln. The townsfolk were offered to join the banquet after they had departed, a thanks for the welcoming support they had given the new couple.