June 17—
The Summit of Nations in the Chandrinos Islands commences today. This is the greatest gathering of nations in recorded history, and representatives from all over the known world have come to give voice to their opinions. Presiding over the Summit is a panel of nine impartial council members. A who's who of those in attendance:

The Representatives:

Sue Sue is representing Sult University and, in Feena and Leen's absence, the interests of the Icarians.

Guido Guido, elder of the Mogay, represents the Mogay and the city-state of Zil Padon as a whole.

Rapp The distance being too far for his elderly grandfather to travel, Rapp is representing Cafu Village in the elder's place.

Darlin and Dorlin Two of the somewhat enigmatic Three Wise Men of Laine are at the Summit representing not only Laine, but also the equally enigmatic and ancient faith of the Spirits.

Jiandir Jiandir leads the delegation representing the new faith of the Icarian Temple.

Anzen Jai Anzen Jai recently filled the vacant position of general of the Garlyle Forces, which had been open since Baal died. A solemn, wise, but friendly man, he represents the Joule military, aided by the other two delegates, Sergeants Saki and Nana.

Monaghan Trimble Current president of the Adventurer's Society, Monaghan Trimble represents the Society's interests and also those of New Parm.

Pakon Despite the outdated picture, Pakon has laid aside the baggy clothing and appalling makeup and is somewhat soberly representing the Elencia Tourism Board, aided by his no-nonsense secretary Kelli.

President Jostes The current president of the Joule Foundation, President Jostes represents the country of Messina.

Prime Minister Iharo Josaki Iharo Josaki is the current ruler of the western country of Talachia.

Cirina Gaetano Cirina is the delegate for the Rafane of Zil Padon.

Sallam Sallam, a camel-like Alqada seer and mystic, presents the interests of the Zil Padon Alqada community.

Elder Tharbald Ganbo's somewhat kooky elder is representing his village at the Summit.

Dr. Alma Dr. Alma represents Dight, in its elder's absence.

Kittima Young Kittima, a youthful but shrewd beastwoman, represents the village of Luc as its elder sits on the main council.

Mayor Kelyer Mayor Kelyer sits for the town of Merrill.

Colonel Gontz A young military man, Col. Gontz represents the city of Parm.

Monireh A young farmer woman, Monireh sits on the village council of Leck.

Councilman Dymas Soterios A sage and philosopher associated with the Chandrinos University, Dymas sits for the island nation.