Written By Evaristo
Oct. 17, 2018, 5:13 p.m.(10/18/1009 AR)
A few months back I was doing some trading down south along the coast and we went to a small town... I don't even quite remember the name right now, but it wasn't very large at all.
As is custom, we drank with the locals in their lovely little tavern and as the night progressed I ended up spending the night with this adorable young lady... whose name escapes me right now, but let us call her Maya. (I have no idea, but I like that name.)
Apparently sometime during the night I promised her I would take her via the ship to an island where another town is, and that I also had to take along an item. I even signed a paper on it and she procured this next morning. Seeing this as not that much of a problem, I figured - why not? And I had signed!
Two days later we were leaving and Maya and four of her brothers carried out this gigantic old liquor cabinet onto a cart and proceeded to roll it down to the beach. This was to be taken with Maya to the island where she would be moving to live with her husband to be. Apparently a family heirloom that once stood in a Lycene castle and had belonged to a prince something something - they weren't even that sure themselves where it came from to begin with.
Though my crew were protesting wildly, we got the clunky furniture onto the ship somehow and we lashed it securely in the hold.
We sailed off and as soon as Maya was no longer in the presence of her family, she procured another contract and told me: 'I will not drag that piece of furniture into my new home. It is hideous and we all hate it! Here, I am signing it off to you as payment for the journey across.' We both signed copies and I was quite gleeful. It was a wonderful piece with an amazing story!
We let Maya off on the island, said our farewells and sailed onwards. I heard later that her family were livid about this and something about possibly not being welcome back in that town, ever - like I stole it! I have lost the contract, but I swear - she gave it to me.
Written By Vercyn
Oct. 17, 2018, 2:45 p.m.(10/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Brogan
We are no longer bros.
Written By Amari
Oct. 17, 2018, 2:31 p.m.(10/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Jaenelle
Written By Verity
Oct. 17, 2018, 2:25 p.m.(10/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Josephine
For weeks now I have been debating whether or not I should have armor made. The city at times has been dangerous (for those here during the Siege) and there are new foes marching in our direction. While no slight is meant against the Iron Guard, it is simple fact that there are times when our city's defenders cannot be everywhere at every time. Moreover, I find myself itching for chances to get out of the city, and for that something to keep me safe during travel would be wanted.
After hearing some of Mother Bianca's adventures and the dangers involved while serving the Compact, I decided I could not wait. If I want to take advantage of what my patron can offer, I need to be willing to put myself out there and take a risk.
This week, Mistress Josephine was kind enough to help with that decision, and I will be sure to put the armor she has helped me assemble to good use. She has my thanks, and as does House Bisland and all those that helped fund her efforts, and I wish them penned here for prosperity.
And if this entry is a bit wordy and long? Well, I'm certain you will all read this and understand that the weight of the new armor is considerably, and my apartment has quite a view from its high floor... and I do not at all look forward to those stairs with this weight.
Written By Arik
Oct. 17, 2018, 2:24 p.m.(10/18/1009 AR)
It was decided some months ago that Lord Geralt Crovane, Sword of Stormwall has the best beard in the city. This was voted on by a committee of interested observers at the Beards and Brew sponsored by House Redrain at the Spirits.
If the results are questioned there will be a beard and brew once the Lodge has been deemed secure. If you feel your beard is better than the rest. Put your face rug to the test. Come and display your finely groomed jaw.
Written By Morrighan
Oct. 17, 2018, 2:16 p.m.(10/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Written By Amari
Oct. 17, 2018, 2:12 p.m.(10/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Brogan
What does your daily beard grooming regime entail? And if not Duke Vercyn then who has the best beard of beards (currently residing in the city)? If you contest my claim, you must have another in mind. Your own? (It is a good one. I'm not trying to disparage your tremendous beard but you have stiff competition).
If only there were some way to settle this that would involve you taking off your shirt, Lord Brogan.
Written By Perronne
Oct. 17, 2018, 10:42 a.m.(10/18/1009 AR)
It has been a TIME! I mean, it's always a time. Time progresses, and that's the way of it. But it has been adventurous time! I went on an expedition (at last!) with my very good business partner, Mayir, and we actually ended up with a fairly decent set of takeaways from it - sometimes despite my best efforts. Don't judge! I'm just not very much a SEAFARER, really. And being inside of a great, spooky ship was very exciting, but also very wet and very full of sand. Sand is the enemy!
Anyway. We did bring back some nice pieces. And then I promptly got rather ill, and laid in my bed for a while bemoaning my fate. But once that was done, I went back to restoring and looking in my old stock for some materials, and finally, three more pieces are available at the shop! At least three - I might be able to get a couple more all ship shape (ha! See what I did there??) before the end of the day. I feel energetic! Productive! Profitable!
So, remember Storied Treasures, near the Blackrose Theatre for all of your occasional antique needs.
Written By Lou
Oct. 17, 2018, 9:17 a.m.(10/17/1009 AR)
In the meantime, I spend bits here and there - smaller bits than looking for those answers for the Lodge - to travel, and see the world once more. I really ought to write a book about my recent mountain adventure; a report for the Explorers at the very least, since it also involved a bit about Brass, and there are two more trips involved - the very least - that stem from our exploration efforts.
Written By Harlex
Oct. 17, 2018, 8:34 a.m.(10/17/1009 AR)
We came from all walks of life and we did our best to respect it.
But as mercenaries, we held to one singular Law:
"That which is taken by the sword can only be recovered by it."
A simpler view of things. Though I'm not here to say it's the right way, but it has always been my way. And I think I want it recorded.
Maybe in the future someone wiser and sharper than us will make sense of how soldiers become this way. Never found an answer I liked completely.
Written By Cristoph
Oct. 17, 2018, 8:21 a.m.(10/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Norwood
Written By Kenna
Oct. 16, 2018, 11:06 p.m.(10/17/1009 AR)
The common thread is that they listened.
I really appreciated it, all of you.
Written By Josephine
Oct. 16, 2018, 10:34 p.m.(10/17/1009 AR)
Helps toot hat Bisland threw a little coin in to bolster the pot some. Now too see who comes a calling.
Written By Brogan
Oct. 16, 2018, 9:19 p.m.(10/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Amari
I will acknowledge it is indeed a mighty fine, possibly even magnificent beard. But, I contest it being the beard of all beards.
Written By Morrighan
Oct. 16, 2018, 8:23 p.m.(10/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
No, Scholar, I'm not biased -at all-.
Written By Roxana
Oct. 16, 2018, 7:36 p.m.(10/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Imane
Written By Thena
Oct. 16, 2018, 7:32 p.m.(10/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Evaristo
Not sure if that encourages or discourages you, just putting it out there.
Written By Amari
Oct. 16, 2018, 7:17 p.m.(10/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Archeron
Written By Joscelin
Oct. 16, 2018, 6:58 p.m.(10/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Evaristo
If you can make yourself presentable, you're allowed to join us for lunch any time you like. But you -will- wash your .... everything, first. Alright?
It really is good to have you back in the city, cousin.
Written By Joscelin
Oct. 16, 2018, 6:54 p.m.(10/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Morrighan
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