# data[].attributes.body
I really am confessing this to you because I love you but, it must stay between each other. I’m getting really tired of the political games in my court. They basically blackmailed me into creating the Table of Ranks. Basically a meritocracy that allows the best of the best to do what they do best. Now this may seem great but for me it takes some more time to get these people fired because they are actually qualified and not stuck up aristocrats.

# data[].attributes.body
I’m relived the Tsar has made the “Table of Ranks”, because my ineligible competitors will not become a bother

# data[].attributes.headline
I have created a system of government that will implement a ranking system that will put a stop to the unfair selection of government positions. 

# data[].attributes.subject
I have created a system of government that will implement a ranking system that will put a stop to the unfair selection of government positions. 

# data[].attributes.body
Dear whoever is reading this, I am ecstatic to find out about this new reform. I normally would have no ability to receive rank in the Russian government, but now if I study hard I could be elected as an of

# data[].attributes.body
When russia’s government instituted the Table of Ranks, i immediately realized my rank would be never changing. If it is based off personal merits, of which i have none, for i live to serve the lords and their land, and i rarely touch my own. In this system, i am stuck.

# data[].attributes.body
This fighting is incredibly dower but to be away from the homestead with my own blade, the honour of my family, and my noble stead I shall take new land for our contry and our Tsar.

Эта битва невероятно скучна, но, чтобы быть вдали от усадьбы с моим собственным клинком, чести моей семьи и благородным местом, я возьму новую землю для нашей страны и нашего царя.

# data[].attributes.body
How could we ever expect to modernize or reach the same level as Europe if we do not begin making significant changes in the way we live and work? We need to put ourselves in the same mindset as the Europeans; the best way to do that is by applying their culture to our own.

We shall wear more pertinent clothing if we should ever wish to compare. The people should also shave their barbaric beards, and if they refuse I will give them no choice except to follow directions.

# data[].attributes.body
I hereby declare my own standing military. It will be made up of Noble Boyars and serfs, allowing the serfs to be free

# data[].attributes.body
I have been recruited alongside nobles to build the first professional army. We will serve in the military, training and practicing to take the roles of cossacks.

# data[].attributes.body
The construction of St.Petersburg may look beautiful, but to us it’s pure torture.

# data[].attributes.body
I worked for my land and home. I am disgusted by the fact Peter the “Great” has decided to send us into warfare like our lives aren’t worth anything. We are not serfs because we are so much more. The fact he grouped us and put us in a position where my life tested is beyond disrespectful and I am very angry at the decisions Peter has made.

# data[].attributes.body
Today I have been recruited into the military along with the despicable serfs. This is a complete disgrace for us noble and we won't stand for it

# data[].attributes.body
Dear beloved family,
I was hired to build a new capital for the mother land. I heard the city was built on bones. But if I make it I am earning a plot of land for us to live on.

# data[].attributes.body
The fact that we are forced to serve in the military hurts my pride. What’s even more devastating is the fact that I must work with the lowly peasants.

# data[].attributes.body
Ive been promised free land as long as I help with the construction of St.Petersburg.

# data[].attributes.body
More have died today, I counted seven, and while I feel myself coming ill I feel I must continue to work for the possibilitys that we may be granted a new home here. I dearly miss you but know that the time I spend here may alow us to leave our boyars land

# data[].attributes.body
I refuse to allow men to inherit power that they are not worthy of, especially in a government that deserves people with strong merits to work within the ranks.

I will reward those who earn it, and those who do not will have no place among my men.

# data[].attributes.body
My dearest Angelica, i am immensely disgruntled because people who used to kiss my feet are now being considered my equals, in this time of war. Admittedly, i was forced out of my home for a noble cause. Though i am being greatly disrespected by having to work with those lower than me. I’ll write you again soon, i hope they become separated, that will create a more suitable environment, in my opinion at least, though they are probably dancing in the fact that they are now equals. i love you, i look forward to your letter back.

# data[].attributes.body
Date- June 8 1693
I am apauled to hear the news of this reform. Peter is imposing western culture upon us and I refuse to listen. It is complete disrespect of him to allow the cutting of sacred beards and to change our clothing

# data[].attributes.body
Everyone shall remove their dirty clothes and beards to make us more medieval

# data[].attributes.body
Dear my love, i am in conflict with the choices i have at hand

# data[].attributes.body
I’m quite pleased with the new government upheaval as it could move me up in political ranks. Surpassing the other uneducated hooligans of this government.

# data[].attributes.headline
Finally I am able to have a chance of achieving something higher within society and make something of myself unlike my fellow peers,for I shall become great and honored across the land

# data[].attributes.subject
Finally I am able to have a chance of achieving something higher within society and make something of myself unlike my fellow peers,for I shall become great and honored across the land

# data[].attributes.headline
once the table of ranks was implemented, i realized i had no chance of social mobility since it was a meritocracy & i have no accomplishments nor could i obtain any 

# data[].attributes.subject
once the table of ranks was implemented, i realized i had no chance of social mobility since it was a meritocracy & i have no accomplishments nor could i obtain any 

# data[].attributes.body
With the reform of the government, the position I’ve worked for allowed me to have a say in the well being our empire. No longer will future advisors will inherit the postion. My fellow advisors and I will help influence the Tsar’s decisions, which will influence the state of our empire.

# data[].attributes.body
This is great as it will strengthen our countries military might. Allowing us to dominate the enemy.

# data[].attributes.body
Being that inheritance wouldnt be in my favor the new form of government utilizing meritocracy, is the best decision of this time . I can now use my limited amount of resources to become more educated, and I feel as though my people have nothing to loose and everything to gain .

# data[].attributes.headline
I am outraged for I am not antiquated for I have defended this country for years I hold a place in this society and deserve to be respected and not outcasted

# data[].attributes.subject
I am outraged for I am not antiquated for I have defended this country for years I hold a place in this society and deserve to be respected and not outcasted

# data[].attributes.body
people question my choice of implementing the boyars & serfs in my military as i owe anyone an explanation my choice to use serfs and boyars are quite genius. boyars i place to serve in Russia’s mighty military because i need to keep an eye on them so they want try to take power from the great romanov family & serfs have one of the biggest populations in Russia and their hardworking attributes can be used elsewhere rather than on plantations

# data[].attributes.body
Not only can I be free but I can now protect my region and live with much purpose. Free at last I am, I can now learn and live a life as my own not ones property.

# data[].attributes.body
No longer will my postition save me from the atrocities of battle. With the change of our military has changed my times of luxury, and my time in service will end in 25 years.

# data[].attributes.body
how dare this so called “peter the great” take away opportunity for money from this mighty social class by taking our serfs and using them to help build the capital in St. Petersburg

# data[].attributes.body
Whatever... As long as I don’t have to build it they can do whatever.

# data[].attributes.body
This new capital will serve as a transition in Russian history. No longer will be seen as barbarians, but as equal to those in Western Europe.

# data[].attributes.body
With the building of this wonderful new capital I have been promised freedom and a plot of land giving me a chance to gain wealth