Despite the conflict and struggles that this war presents I encourage all to hold their heads high. I am honored to be a member of SSSW18 and I count it a privilege to defend her honor, as she has always defended mine. To our brothers and sisters on the opposing side, I hate that we must meet on these terms, but your intergrity does not go unoted. You have chosen to uphold your treaties, just as we have, and for that you are greatly respected. While this could possiblly temporarily strain our relations, I pray that it is just that, Temporary.