Written By Brady
Jan. 9, 2019, 3:12 a.m.(4/28/1010 AR)
My hand rested on her hips,
And the old man on his sword,
Neither steel, Norwood distract
My gaze from upon her lips,
As we shared whispered words.
So glad that I did act.
The music rang, the singers sang,
Curses on their mind.
A Baron suggested, rogue requested,
And we danced, just in time.
A family grew this spring.
A princess given birth,
Tis what others will recall.
But I would rather sing,
Of dancing with such mirth,
With a Princess in the Artshall.
And the old man on his sword,
Neither steel, Norwood distract
My gaze from upon her lips,
As we shared whispered words.
So glad that I did act.
The music rang, the singers sang,
Curses on their mind.
A Baron suggested, rogue requested,
And we danced, just in time.
A family grew this spring.
A princess given birth,
Tis what others will recall.
But I would rather sing,
Of dancing with such mirth,
With a Princess in the Artshall.
Written By Kanean
Jan. 9, 2019, 2:55 a.m.(4/28/1010 AR)
I guess I realized that after a few conversations in several bars, I was kinda broke. I made some connections with other people now I had to find a job. I knew that the silver I had won't last me until tomorrow at this rate. Damn.. Well I started talking to people about some of the Sellsword guilds around. After some asking around, I found myself walking into the Valorous Few HQ. I met with Audric, who I must say is a very great guy, and talked about joining the guild, and there I got accepted. The pay isn't much yet since I am a newcomer, but the initial pay was well worth it. Now, just got to find me some people to hire me for some extra money.
Written By Shard
Jan. 9, 2019, 2:50 a.m.(4/28/1010 AR)
Really? Did you really think building something like that through so much claimed territory wasn't going to end in violence? Or are people just upset that some of the violence hasn't been entirely one-sided? If Cardia brought in an army and built a road straight through your lands under threat of the sword or worse, you wouldn't sit back and just let it be either. Not that it seems to matter. I'm sure those children were such a terrifying threat to the Oathlands. Hopefully all the soldiers involved in that 'cleansing' are awarded medals for the extraordinary fucking bravery and outstanding honor it takes to murder babies in their mother's arms.
Written By Mirk
Jan. 9, 2019, 1:58 a.m.(4/28/1010 AR)
Massacres, wars, lynchings, and duels. That's what news has reached Arx thus far. We don't know how bad it will get.
This with three foreign visitors in our harbor, watching.
Our capacity for ignoring the bigger picture in favor of what's right in front of us never ceases to amaze and dishearten.
This with three foreign visitors in our harbor, watching.
Our capacity for ignoring the bigger picture in favor of what's right in front of us never ceases to amaze and dishearten.
Written By Sophie
Jan. 8, 2019, 11:36 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
The House of Solace is so quiet tonight. The Mercies mourn the loss of so many of our young ones. My heart is broken.
Written By Rowenova
Jan. 8, 2019, 11:35 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
Thank you so much to Mistress Petal for setting up the Spring Lodge Planting where so many were incredibly supportive to my dear husband who recently lost many friends in Kalslov/Volkov lands. Thank you all for your caring regard.
Written By Miranda
Jan. 8, 2019, 10:58 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
There is certainly a lot happening in the Oathlands.
I pray that things will settle out soon.
This fighting is not good for us with strangers coming up to our door.
I pray that things will settle out soon.
This fighting is not good for us with strangers coming up to our door.
Written By Thesbe
Jan. 8, 2019, 10:11 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Iseulet
Twin sister - The side of me I sometimes wish I could be more like. Sometimes.
Written By Kanean
Jan. 8, 2019, 9:47 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
I, finally, got the bow and some set of armor done. I went to the Training Center's archery range to practice. Oh boy, I thought it would be any silent day, but, no.., I met an overbearing woman named Adora Bell. I don't know if she is crazy or what, but she just kicks things inside the Training Center and, suddenly, she comes up to me trying to sell a BOOKCASE. *sigh* What a day, what else would be in store for me in the future...
Written By Kanean
Jan. 8, 2019, 9:41 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
A trip down memory lane.. I met Princess Marian. Well, I thought she was still of House Valardin. No, she is, now, the Voice of Redrain, which is quite surprising. I wonder what happened. She even has a scar on her face. Although, we talked for awhile in the Training Center. I did feel that small bit of awkwardness, maybe due to the fact that she was the one who imprisoned me and my brother in the past. (My brother's name is Abellus Ironfoot)
Written By Kanean
Jan. 8, 2019, 9:35 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
Well, what a day, first time coming to the Compact since my imprisonment. Not much people, walking around it seems. Well, I guess it is too early for people to be awake and strolling around. I look around and see some people inside bars and I found the training center. Hmm... I think I should practice my archery. It has been awhile since I used a bow and arrow. Time to find a weaponsmith then.
Written By Sparte
Jan. 8, 2019, 7:33 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
The news coming in is more horrifying by the hour. So many lives lost. I have no words for this pain. Was our peace always so fragile?
Written By Draven
Jan. 8, 2019, 6:04 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
Massacred! So many! All dead! They didn't have to be! You could have left them alone! You could have done so much better Stuff! It's not fair! They deserved better then that! So many Fluffy people! And every one of them claims to care about people! Then some of them do this Stuff!
Written By Samantha
Jan. 8, 2019, 5:53 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
Threats.
They are a tool for many - the statesman, the diplomat, the warrior to name a few, and like any tool one must have the knowledge of when it is appropriate to utilize them.
First, one must understand what a threat is: a promise to deliver harm, either directly to the person or the faction which they represent, be it family, business, or what have you, combined with an ultimatum in keeping with the issuer's desires.
For some people, a threat is a hammer, to be wielded with brute force, and for some, it is effective in its application this way. For others it is more rarely applied, with its power being in the understanding that it is not a commonplace tool utlized by the one who delivers it.
There are two issues to consider when making a threat. For some people it's instinctive and natural. For others, they must put some thought in what they say before they speak. But these two issues effectively boil down to who you are threatening, and what the outcome of your threat will be.
Are you threatening a friend? An ally? Have they ever given you cause to believe their efforts are not compatible to your agenda? Have they ever lied to you? Does it make more sense for them to remain in alliance with you, or does it make sense that they might consider double crossing you?
If you care about the outcome (and granted, some may not, simply by virtue of their belief in their own ability), and whether the party you threaten remains your ally, pause before consider issuing an unnecessary threat. It can potentially become a self-fulfilling prophecy, save in a circumstance where they are willing look past it, and that is always based on the flip of a coin.
They are a tool for many - the statesman, the diplomat, the warrior to name a few, and like any tool one must have the knowledge of when it is appropriate to utilize them.
First, one must understand what a threat is: a promise to deliver harm, either directly to the person or the faction which they represent, be it family, business, or what have you, combined with an ultimatum in keeping with the issuer's desires.
For some people, a threat is a hammer, to be wielded with brute force, and for some, it is effective in its application this way. For others it is more rarely applied, with its power being in the understanding that it is not a commonplace tool utlized by the one who delivers it.
There are two issues to consider when making a threat. For some people it's instinctive and natural. For others, they must put some thought in what they say before they speak. But these two issues effectively boil down to who you are threatening, and what the outcome of your threat will be.
Are you threatening a friend? An ally? Have they ever given you cause to believe their efforts are not compatible to your agenda? Have they ever lied to you? Does it make more sense for them to remain in alliance with you, or does it make sense that they might consider double crossing you?
If you care about the outcome (and granted, some may not, simply by virtue of their belief in their own ability), and whether the party you threaten remains your ally, pause before consider issuing an unnecessary threat. It can potentially become a self-fulfilling prophecy, save in a circumstance where they are willing look past it, and that is always based on the flip of a coin.
Written By Harlex
Jan. 8, 2019, 4:02 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
A good time to be a mercenary is a bad time for everyone else.
I will say that, among the things being a wandering swordsman afforded me and burdened me with:
I do not miss land squabbles.
I will say that, among the things being a wandering swordsman afforded me and burdened me with:
I do not miss land squabbles.
Written By Bliss
Jan. 8, 2019, 3:44 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
You absolute idiots.
Written By Ida
Jan. 8, 2019, 2:06 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)
The shop is empty once again, both of brooches and weapons. Almost all commissions are complete, as well, and a couple of last minute things were sent out on the fly. I hope to do some more of the copper pieces in a bit, but for now I think I'll enjoy the seeming quiet and potential of the empty cases. It feels like there is yet so much for me to accomplish.
Written By Delilah
Jan. 8, 2019, 12:28 p.m.(4/26/1010 AR)
Never undervalue sleep. It's a precious resource that cannot be hoarded.
Written By Harlex
Jan. 8, 2019, 12:04 p.m.(4/26/1010 AR)
Jumping from a ship like that, in a single bound, landing with that much grace.
Deep as the Abyss, that is quite a feat.
Bet that emissary gives a damn fine fight.
Deep as the Abyss, that is quite a feat.
Bet that emissary gives a damn fine fight.
Written By Berenice
Jan. 8, 2019, 11:32 a.m.(4/26/1010 AR)
The first annual Raconteur Cup Horse Race draws near! I am terribly excited about the whole thing.
We are still in need of a few more race promoters to help spread the word of our wonderful racers! Do reach out to Messere Venturo and myself if you're interested.
We are still in need of a few more race promoters to help spread the word of our wonderful racers! Do reach out to Messere Venturo and myself if you're interested.
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