The Bachelor -- Crowning the Queen

[Togas]

During the long delay of our "down time" Augusto Togas has taken the time to take each of the lovely bachelorettes out, meet with them, and meet with their families. He has narrowed down the choices to two final girls and (to make this more interesting) has left the final selection up to his mother, who is an excellent judge of character.

Isabella, Queen mother of Spain, will now talk to the noble families and gather their input on which girl is better suited to be our Queen.

Please tell Isabella who you would select by voting in the poll above.

And the two lucky ladies may, of course, post their bios and questions here in this thread if they so choose.

--Togas

[ruby_maser]

Well, Isabelladonna tried to cut my throat last night, presumably for not raising her with enough moral fiber to be considered for the final cut (no pun intended ).

However, she forgot that most every day of the week I come home from work drunk and pass out. I was sleeping upside down on the bed and under the covers, and she ended up cutting my Achilles' heel. I was so wasted that I thought she was tickling me with a feather; I started laughing, and the next thing I know, my security team were dispensing of my very own daughter with their swords.

My blood was so thin from all the alcohol that I almost bled to death, myself, but my alcoholism saved my life... not many people can say that. While I'm on the mend, I will be even less capable than usual of fulfilling my duties as I give new meaning to the word 'excess' with all the added legal prescription medication I can now mix in with the rest.

As for Isabelladonna, well... there alot of holes out in the deserts south and east of Pamplona. Actually, there a plenty out towards Leon too, but the city has encroached a little too much to make them usable for my hit squads anymore.

Anyway, I would like to wish the remaining ladies good luck, and take a lesson about sportsmenship from someone that didn't.

[History Guy]

Full Name: Lady Isabella Katerina Calamari de Toledo

Family History: She is the daughter of Duke Iago de History Guy Calamari de Toledo, head of one of Spain's most illustrious (and undoubtedly most wealthy) families. The Calamaris are primarily merchants by trade, through they are very powerful in the Church, and even in the government itself. The long and respectable history of the family is impeccable. How can you beat the great-grandaughter of a Saint [Hernan of Madrid]? Besides, she is the grand-niece of the Queen Mother Isabella through her mother! A perfect match?

Training: In the arts, etiquette, and governing. Like all Calamaris, she knows mathematics very well, and she knows the inner workings of the commercial world. She has been taught in the finest school in Spain, the Pikesfan School of Etiquette, and is a perfect student in all the arts, including painting, poetry, writing, and the study of history.

Special Skills: Diplomacy, writing, poetry, artistry, mathematics, and all the abilities that would suit a Queen. She is also much loved in Madrid.

Personality: Like the fabled glory queens of old, she is even tempered, and wise in her own ways. She is devoted to her family, and as Queen would show such devotion for her king and her people, as well as children (her great ambition is to be a good mother). The only thing I'd have problems with are her appetites for fine clothing, and books. She does spend some time with her head in the clouds because of these books...and she likes to spend time in the bath as well. Too long. I don't know...these women of today!

Hobbies: Reading. She likes to write poetry as well, and she probably dabbles in writing literature. She likes to spend time in the museums as well. I'm afraid she's rather more interested in the classics than anything else, and thus doesn't quite have the athletic abilities of Senor Dejon's daughter, which is a shame. But I suppose I can buy her some marble weights, or something. Archery! No...wait...she might hit the dog by accident...

Age: 23.

Description: She's tall, pale in complexion, with long dirty blonde hair, and great blue eyes, with full lips...a good frame as well. Quite the little head turner. In fact, look at the population of Toledo. That girl there is her mother, of whom she is the mirror image.

Most important trait: 1) My dedication to my family. As Queen, my extended family would be all the people of Spain.

How would you act as Queen? 2) As a mother guides her children, so would I guide my people. I would accompany my husband where he allowed me to go, and would be the country's matriarch.

How many children would you have? 3) As many children as I might possibly have. Hopefully, I'd give the King a son. Of course, I should allow the son to name his heir. However, given a chance, I should like to name some of my sons and daughters after the great saints of the church.

Lady Isabella de Calamari

[History Guy]

Wise words, Senor Ruby Maser. A tragedy indeed. But the moral hits home, it's quite punchy. Brought a tear to my eye anyway.

Don Iago Calamari de Toledo

[BigFree]

My King, I leave you also with Penelope’s personal biography:


NAME: Penelope "The Compassionate One" Libre; The moniker has been chosen by her many grateful friends and acquaintances. I do believe it is fitting.

FAMILY HISTORY: The Libre family history is fairly long; records exist back for many generations. We are a family of Philanthropists. Our family was blessed many eon's ago by gold that was found near our ancestral village. This village has, since its inception, been associated with the Libre family name. Our village has contributed to many worth while causes all across the lands of Spain, paying particular attention to the coffer's to the great line of Kings carrying the Togas name.

We have never sought to grow the village beyond our own family member's and those that marry into our family, but Penelope has brought about change recently. Penelope wanted to increase our family’s involvement in Spain’s domestic affairs purely for the benefit of the people and the crown in turn since a happy and healthy people produce for more goods for Spain. She's been traveling through Spain’s lands and making mention of our fine village and inviting those that are less fortunate than other's but are also willing to work for a better standard of living than they were previously accustomed to. Due to this influx we've seen some growth in the past few years. Don't be surprised, my King, if Penelope doesn't lobby for "Official City" status of our ballooning village in the near future.

TRAINING: Penelope learned from a very young age, as all members of the Libre family do, that you must respect other's before you should expect to be respected. Formal training that included Dinning and Customary Etiquette was an integral part of her entire young life. Penelope was purposely groomed to be the "Woman behind the Man." Great things for her, was always seen by our family 'ere the day she was born. And thusly she was prepared fully for it.

PERSONALITY: I'm not sure what I could say about Penelope that hasn't already made clear to you the type of person she is. She is truly wondrous, to even her family who has very high expectations. She has surpassed all that our family could have hoped for; for she is a fine compassionate lady of Spain.

HOBBIES: She like's to garden in any time she has to spare. In her travelings through Spain she has shown villagers how to better plant their gardens for a better yield and tastier fruit. She loves to help people the Spain in this way. When at home, she is constantly 'tinkering' around in our families garden, planting new things or trying new ideas for irrigating. Penelope is particularly fond on one Rose bush; she often goes there to write and pray.

DESCRIPTION: I've asked a dear young man of my village to provide a description of young Penelope for you, my King. As her father, providing such descriptions is beyond what I would consider decent; I hope you understand. Penelope will be 24 this spring. The detailed description from this young man follows; you will note that he once was in love with her, but has since found love in the place of another woman's heart. It was all too easy for him to see that it was another that Penelope had loved. He begrudgingly let her go, but his love can oft be heard in his voice when mention of her is made. Also of note is that although this young man's description is a little racy, I can assure you that my daughters, and thus my families, honor is indeed intact.


Now, to you questions, Sire.

1) What is your finest quality?

It would have to be my genuine compassion for the people of Spain. From the unkempt street urchin, to the children left homeless due to poor parenting and the unfortunate women who will soon see their their husbands and sons go to battle for the glory of Spain.


2) How would you serve the people of Spain if you were their Queen?

If the King would have it, I would continue my service to Spain in the manner that I currently do. Of couse, having such a high profile being the Queen of Spain would allow me to further the work for our people of Spain. There are many roles I could faithfully fulfill in the Kings stead. Not least among them to serve as a Diplomat of sorts with the wives of the other rulers in our world. I would offer, at my Kings request, information from such gatherings abroad could be brought to the Kings attention.

Most of all, I shall act in a manner befiting his Royal Highness and obey his every command.


3) How many children would you have and what would their names be?

It shall be as the King wishes, my Lord. I'm sure that you would like an heir to the throne of Spain and it would be my duty to provide you with a son for that purpose at the very least. As for a name, I've always been fond of 'Maximilan.' For a girl I am partial to 'Emma.'
I would be happy with 2 children my Lord, but if the King would want more, it is my duty to provide them for you.



With Loving Regards
Penelope Libre

[BigFree]

Penelope has asked me to show you this portrait I had made for her just this year your highness.

[Togas]

She reminds me of Kate Winslet.

--Togas

[Togas]

We need more votes!

I also invite the Calamari family to submit a photo of their fine daughter to this thread.

--Togas

[History Guy]

Blast. I've just realized I have absolutely no idea how to do so...

[History Guy]

A portrait of my daughter? By George...[ooc]if it turns out...[/ooc] here's one of Isabella at last week's festival...

Don Iago Calamari de Toledo

[History Guy]

By jingo! It works!

(wee bit large, though)

[Togas]

The vote is TIED at 4/4!!

Please, if you haven't voted yet, vote on this very important poll. It will decide which family has a direct link to the throne of Spain in future generations.

--Togas

[History Guy]

Amazing, Milord. No one is voting! What should be done?

[Nuclear Winter]

I wonder if there are more than 8 active members ...
Somehow this team has come to this... interest in poly is very low lately... other Demogames have also had a lapse of interest... are demogames cool no more? Or what?

[Hot Mustard]

The male Dejons just do not care, and Heras and Denise think they're both brainless twits.