Written By Skye
Nov. 17, 2018, 9:37 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Harald
You took me under your wing when I first arrived at Arx. You provided me sound critique on my ship designs and pushed me to be a better shipwright. In the absence of my father, who has been missing from my side these last few years, you filled that role as the gruff advisor. You were kind in your own way to a lost girl who struggled at first after losing her home. You helped me along the path of rebuilding Blackshore.
I celebrate the man you were and there are no tears in your wake. Only deep care and respect for the man you were. Recognition for the incredible impact you had on my life.
I celebrate the man you were and there are no tears in your wake. Only deep care and respect for the man you were. Recognition for the incredible impact you had on my life.
Written By Thorley
Nov. 17, 2018, 9:23 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Bliss
A hero, by it's very name, is just that. Heroes are men and women and sometimes even a child or a squirrel that did their very best in the time of need and rose to the occasion. They may have or have not passed because of what they did. Every last veteran of the Silent War, the Gyre War, and this current war at the Lodge are /heroes/, big fucking damn ones, because they have kept Arx safe when it was needed the most. They answered the call of the King, they rose to the occasion, and they went out and defended the land.
A legend is a name has endured the test of time. They are the ones that the stories of told of. Legends are born in deed and in combat - and sometimes of both. Sir Westknight, Dame Sugan, Prince Cedric - the names of those that are spoken of in tale and story.
I have looked at your deeds and your work in the public annals, Bliss Whisper. You, in your own way, are a hero of the choices you have made. They have been carefully calculated and bent to exactly what your will wants it to be. You find your heroism in the safety of a mission. Goodwill, public relations, introducing and helping free thralls. Murdering rabbits to keep Arx safe.
Wulfwin Baseborn was a hero of the choices he made. He protected Dame Harrow when she needed it most, and paid for it with his life. Just as much as Dame Felicia Harrow is a hero in the slaying of the gargantuan that took Wulfwin's life.
The 262 of Solace are heroes of the choices that they made, in taking up the mantle and cause of the Lodge. Every person that died on the beaches of Southport against the Gyre are heroes.
You, yourself, claim that you sing of heroes. But what makes the difference between a hero and a legend?
A hero is remembered. A legend is never forgotten.
When your fan mail and dolls are put away, which will you be, Bliss Whisper?
A legend is a name has endured the test of time. They are the ones that the stories of told of. Legends are born in deed and in combat - and sometimes of both. Sir Westknight, Dame Sugan, Prince Cedric - the names of those that are spoken of in tale and story.
I have looked at your deeds and your work in the public annals, Bliss Whisper. You, in your own way, are a hero of the choices you have made. They have been carefully calculated and bent to exactly what your will wants it to be. You find your heroism in the safety of a mission. Goodwill, public relations, introducing and helping free thralls. Murdering rabbits to keep Arx safe.
Wulfwin Baseborn was a hero of the choices he made. He protected Dame Harrow when she needed it most, and paid for it with his life. Just as much as Dame Felicia Harrow is a hero in the slaying of the gargantuan that took Wulfwin's life.
The 262 of Solace are heroes of the choices that they made, in taking up the mantle and cause of the Lodge. Every person that died on the beaches of Southport against the Gyre are heroes.
You, yourself, claim that you sing of heroes. But what makes the difference between a hero and a legend?
A hero is remembered. A legend is never forgotten.
When your fan mail and dolls are put away, which will you be, Bliss Whisper?
Written By Corban
Nov. 17, 2018, 9:15 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Solange
Whisper Solange is to be commended for her first event at the Whisper House. I at first felt awkward for I did not consider myself a lonely heart, but she immediately put me (and us all) at ease. The game was fun and the conversation free-flowing.
Whisper Solange is an asset to her House.
Whisper Solange is an asset to her House.
Written By Harlex
Nov. 17, 2018, 9:13 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
I often do not sleep more than five or six hours a night. On a good night, undisturbed by dreams. I do not sleep alone and there is a comfort in watching your lover sleep. It is a quiet jubilation and I think one of the rare gifts of the gods.
Perhaps that is all transitory death is, between lives, is us being awake and watching our loved ones sleep.
But this morning I felt the warmth of skin and the bundles of extra furs purchased to stave off the cold. No light could find it's way into the room and that was alright. I could see fine without.
I saw the shadows of that tapestry and a hair comb on the nightstand and swords in their rack, just fine metal and no burden upon them. I swear, too, I saw the breath of the wood on the walls, yearning from the weather, or it was just a trick of the light.
And I had a notion that all this death and frustration and sorrow and the spilling of our blood on sacred land is a price that we are being asked to pay more than anything else. It is a tax, or a toll, and for it--well, we will see.
I have not really prayed beyond the accursed things I've said in anger. I do not like to ask for things. That is just my way. But that morning I asked. I prayed for a few hours more peace, an unhurried day, maybe a good fight or two and some luck. I prayed, as well, that we'd look at what's been given and we'd know as a people we did all we could, we gave all we could give, and we did right. And we are seen.
Seems only fair.
Perhaps that is all transitory death is, between lives, is us being awake and watching our loved ones sleep.
But this morning I felt the warmth of skin and the bundles of extra furs purchased to stave off the cold. No light could find it's way into the room and that was alright. I could see fine without.
I saw the shadows of that tapestry and a hair comb on the nightstand and swords in their rack, just fine metal and no burden upon them. I swear, too, I saw the breath of the wood on the walls, yearning from the weather, or it was just a trick of the light.
And I had a notion that all this death and frustration and sorrow and the spilling of our blood on sacred land is a price that we are being asked to pay more than anything else. It is a tax, or a toll, and for it--well, we will see.
I have not really prayed beyond the accursed things I've said in anger. I do not like to ask for things. That is just my way. But that morning I asked. I prayed for a few hours more peace, an unhurried day, maybe a good fight or two and some luck. I prayed, as well, that we'd look at what's been given and we'd know as a people we did all we could, we gave all we could give, and we did right. And we are seen.
Seems only fair.
Written By Marian
Nov. 17, 2018, 9:11 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Saoirse
I've had an opportunity to go to battle with Duke Aiden Rubino in the Battle of Stormwall. He's neither stupid or incompetent in his actions. I was not there. I can not speak to what happened between you and him. However, when darkness is at my doorstep, he's someone I would be grateful to have at my side. I would not place shade on his abilities so lightly.
Nor would I discount a raptor's innate sense to the world around them. That's the interesting thing about animals, they can sense things that humans are often blind to. But then having an innate sense of the world around you is perhaps something that challenges you. I suggest you spend more time in the field, working with these amazing birds of prey. Perhaps they will teach you a new perspective.
Nor would I discount a raptor's innate sense to the world around them. That's the interesting thing about animals, they can sense things that humans are often blind to. But then having an innate sense of the world around you is perhaps something that challenges you. I suggest you spend more time in the field, working with these amazing birds of prey. Perhaps they will teach you a new perspective.
Written By Perronne
Nov. 17, 2018, 8:40 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
I have a patron: the esteemed Grandmaster of the Knights of Solace, Dame Thena.
It is something of a peculiar sensation, for I have spent years working to prove that I could establish myself without needing the support of a social superior (no offense to said superiors). And I've done that, I think. I'm not the most important merchant in Arx, or the Compact, but I've become more than comfortable, and the Almanac was a great success. Dame Thena has also worked her way up from the bottom, and I can respect that, especially as she's chosen to do it in service to the gods, and risks her life regularly so that other people may survive and thrive. I like that! We're not very similar, in outlook or personality, but I think we shall do well together.
And we will do many exciting things! Which I'm very much looking forward to.
It is something of a peculiar sensation, for I have spent years working to prove that I could establish myself without needing the support of a social superior (no offense to said superiors). And I've done that, I think. I'm not the most important merchant in Arx, or the Compact, but I've become more than comfortable, and the Almanac was a great success. Dame Thena has also worked her way up from the bottom, and I can respect that, especially as she's chosen to do it in service to the gods, and risks her life regularly so that other people may survive and thrive. I like that! We're not very similar, in outlook or personality, but I think we shall do well together.
And we will do many exciting things! Which I'm very much looking forward to.
Written By Marian
Nov. 17, 2018, 8:39 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Cybele
You were a force of nature who served the Faith for many years while keeping true to the Old Ways. I envy your ability to navigate both sides. When I struggle to walk my path, I shall visit your sapling as a reminder that being Faithful doesn't mean giving up your traditions.
Written By Marian
Nov. 17, 2018, 8:35 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Daemon
You served with honor.
It's been my honor to lead you both as Sword of Sanctum in House Valardin and as Warchief to House Redrain in the Battle of Stormwall. To have you fall to a poison knife strikes me as a great wrong since you were killed by deceit while trying to rescue others. I mourn for you brother of arms. Valardin's light will be a little darker without you.
It's been my honor to lead you both as Sword of Sanctum in House Valardin and as Warchief to House Redrain in the Battle of Stormwall. To have you fall to a poison knife strikes me as a great wrong since you were killed by deceit while trying to rescue others. I mourn for you brother of arms. Valardin's light will be a little darker without you.
Written By Marian
Nov. 17, 2018, 8:25 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Jordan
You were my student, but you taught me many things. You were there for me during some of my darkness days to offer comfort. To know that you made the ultimate sacrifice for your liege makes me so incredibly proud. You know what it meant to serve as Sword, and you carried the honor of your house up until the very end. To know I had a hand in that humbles me greatly. Even after you eclipsed my teachings, you continued to send the next generation of fighters to learn from me. That is a true compliment.
Written By Marian
Nov. 17, 2018, 8:19 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Harald
The first time we spoke was at a funeral pyre. The bodies of the fallen were burning and the Grim Duke gave them a sendoff worthy of Thrax. After my battle cry to honor the dead, he told me that for an Oathlander, I would make a worthy Thrax.
You were a traditionalist, a hard man who lived life with a grim frown. But you watched over your people with such fierceness, I had to admire your perspective, even if I didn't always agree. We never let our differences get between our respect for each other.
The world will be a grimmer place without you in it. I shall miss you my friend.
You were a traditionalist, a hard man who lived life with a grim frown. But you watched over your people with such fierceness, I had to admire your perspective, even if I didn't always agree. We never let our differences get between our respect for each other.
The world will be a grimmer place without you in it. I shall miss you my friend.
Written By Evaristo
Nov. 17, 2018, 5:49 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
I've had some remarkably boring few weeks where I've been working with little adventure, apart for a few strange encounters down in the lowers where I had to either run to avoid being stabbed or an angry customer claimed something outrageously wrong.
I've done a few short runs down the coast when the weather has permitted. An odd increase in people wanting to go visit their families that don't live in Arx, maybe the strange occurances out at the Lodge has affected some?
I've done a few short runs down the coast when the weather has permitted. An odd increase in people wanting to go visit their families that don't live in Arx, maybe the strange occurances out at the Lodge has affected some?
Written By Lou
Nov. 17, 2018, 5:07 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Jordan
My protege. Perhaps the only one of mine who had a true sense of adventure, between his works for House Ashford, and our pet project of trying to find Whitepeak. Oh, how so very, very close we were to going on that trip together, after the so, so many hours of research, pouring over books, and journals of explorers, to find those pieces of information and putting all the bits together to form a would be map to find that legendary peak. It was fun to watch you delight in some new piece of history unraveled. You were a kindred spirit in that respect. I'd have only been too happy to give you credit for the discovery.
The plan has not changed, my friend. To Whitepeak we shall go, though now it will be in your honor, and to see it through. And, though I will have other like kindred spirits with me, explorers all, it will not be the same. They will be coming into this, fresh faced, and not completely understand the excitement at the discovery - should it happen. We will pour a out a drink for you Whitepeak, and say a few words in your honor and memory.
The plan has not changed, my friend. To Whitepeak we shall go, though now it will be in your honor, and to see it through. And, though I will have other like kindred spirits with me, explorers all, it will not be the same. They will be coming into this, fresh faced, and not completely understand the excitement at the discovery - should it happen. We will pour a out a drink for you Whitepeak, and say a few words in your honor and memory.
Written By Duarte
Nov. 17, 2018, 4:56 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Vercyn
"Which Lycene hero? The one who murdered scores of people and got away with it?" - Duke Vercyn Halfshav
I am positive the Duke did not mean to disparage and denigrate the history of Count Rodrigo Telencia with such a statement.
More likely he was a bit hot under the collar and writing incautiously. It is doubtful he truly feels the majority of Great Houses voted incorrectly in this matter of induction.
I am positive the Duke did not mean to disparage and denigrate the history of Count Rodrigo Telencia with such a statement.
More likely he was a bit hot under the collar and writing incautiously. It is doubtful he truly feels the majority of Great Houses voted incorrectly in this matter of induction.
Written By Mirella
Nov. 17, 2018, 4:43 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Bliss
So you're telling people they're irrational in their mourning of someone you didn't like?
I think it would have been kinder of you to allow people to grieve, without commenting on the validity of their grief.
I think it would have been kinder of you to allow people to grieve, without commenting on the validity of their grief.
Written By Audric
Nov. 17, 2018, 3:47 a.m.(1/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Eleyna
I've always found that vengeance was its own reward.
Written By Draven
Nov. 17, 2018, 2:56 a.m.(1/4/1010 AR)
Wow! I'm reading lots of white journals! Really snide and mean ones! Is that what it means to be Compacty? There was a Fluffy person who was snide and mean! I bet it was because there was another Fluffy person nearby! She was nice before! Do Fluffy people make other Fluffy people snide? I don't know if I like that part of the Compact!
Written By Forato
Nov. 17, 2018, 1:12 a.m.(1/4/1010 AR)
What a thrill! I got to be a bar tender at a wild party at the Spirits. I would say there were bar brawls but there was literally a brawl of some kind at all times. It's just a Redrain bar at that point. It's been wild and I've met a lot of new people. I have to say, the wolves, the winter, and the wildness of the north is strangely refreshing coming from the sly and smile and wine of the south.
Written By Brianna
Nov. 17, 2018, 1:04 a.m.(1/4/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Lore
I almost feel as if I should apologize to you, but it was worth every single silver. Thank you.
Written By Saoirse
Nov. 17, 2018, 12:30 a.m.(1/4/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Aiden
The man is either very very stupid or .... out to kill us. He claimed that his bird retainer could tell if there was 'evil' inside an old castle.
I've tasked Aisha to watch him. Just in case.
I've tasked Aisha to watch him. Just in case.
Written By Shae
Nov. 17, 2018, 12:18 a.m.(1/4/1010 AR)
I have a black ribbon. I need to practice at the range more. I am incredibly proud of my charges; a woman couldn't ask for more noble beasts. I'm very tired. Fear is a monster in your own head, it waits, though, it only comes at me in the dark.
Bed awaits. Good night.
Bed awaits. Good night.
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