Written By Niklas
Sept. 6, 2018, 11:56 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sabella
Never have I loved you so as I do this moment.
I am so very proud.
I am so very proud.
Written By Adora
Sept. 6, 2018, 11:34 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
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Written By Reigna
Sept. 6, 2018, 11:33 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Joslyn
Quoted for accuracy and context:
"There are times where I come across individuals so unfit for their positions, I cannot help but wonder if rule by the virtue of birth is always in the best interest of the people."
There a few issues I take with the above statement:
The minority should not condemn the whole of a body. If there is an infection, you do not kill the host. If you run across these individuals, it is best to deal with them, rather than call into question the structure of our whole society. Nobility is a compact, a pledge, a promise held by a family to serve those under their guardianship. If one is found lacking they should most definitely be addressed and corrected. If that does not prove to rectify the situation, further actions like being disowned can be taken.
Statements like these are troublesome. While I agree that there are some born into nobility that are not of the appropriate temperament for such a thing, calling into question the foundation of our society and civilization is a bit reckless. Society is based on the concepts of honor and duty, a belief in the fundamental trust that the rules are to be obeyed. Nobility is a privilege, we lead lives of comfort and wealth because we sacrifice personal freedoms and accept the weight of decisions that effect those many, many lives that rely on us to do the best possible job protecting them, seeing to their security and welfare. This system works because the commoners trust that we are doing the job we were born to do. That does not mean there are not failures among the Peers. There have been. That is why it is vital that when one is making bad decisions, bad choices and failing in their primary task that they are loudly called on it. They should not be able to escape condemnation for their lapse. So. By all means, when you see one of the Peerage being derelict in their responsibility, call them onto the carpet. But do not condemn the rest of us for the faults of the few. My honor is unstained. I do my best for my people because I was born to this. I was raised my entire life to feel the weight of my responsibility. To know that my life is pledged to the service of others. That is how our civilization works.
"There are times where I come across individuals so unfit for their positions, I cannot help but wonder if rule by the virtue of birth is always in the best interest of the people."
There a few issues I take with the above statement:
The minority should not condemn the whole of a body. If there is an infection, you do not kill the host. If you run across these individuals, it is best to deal with them, rather than call into question the structure of our whole society. Nobility is a compact, a pledge, a promise held by a family to serve those under their guardianship. If one is found lacking they should most definitely be addressed and corrected. If that does not prove to rectify the situation, further actions like being disowned can be taken.
Statements like these are troublesome. While I agree that there are some born into nobility that are not of the appropriate temperament for such a thing, calling into question the foundation of our society and civilization is a bit reckless. Society is based on the concepts of honor and duty, a belief in the fundamental trust that the rules are to be obeyed. Nobility is a privilege, we lead lives of comfort and wealth because we sacrifice personal freedoms and accept the weight of decisions that effect those many, many lives that rely on us to do the best possible job protecting them, seeing to their security and welfare. This system works because the commoners trust that we are doing the job we were born to do. That does not mean there are not failures among the Peers. There have been. That is why it is vital that when one is making bad decisions, bad choices and failing in their primary task that they are loudly called on it. They should not be able to escape condemnation for their lapse. So. By all means, when you see one of the Peerage being derelict in their responsibility, call them onto the carpet. But do not condemn the rest of us for the faults of the few. My honor is unstained. I do my best for my people because I was born to this. I was raised my entire life to feel the weight of my responsibility. To know that my life is pledged to the service of others. That is how our civilization works.
Written By Vanora
Sept. 6, 2018, 11:06 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Donella
Beloved Friend,
I've been thinking of you so often since the other day when I had breakfast with Prince Darren.
Know that I appreciate you, so deeply. Your letters never cease to make me laugh.
Laughing is really the only way to get through it, hmm?
Lets have tea and wine soon.
I've been thinking of you so often since the other day when I had breakfast with Prince Darren.
Know that I appreciate you, so deeply. Your letters never cease to make me laugh.
Laughing is really the only way to get through it, hmm?
Lets have tea and wine soon.
Written By Gaston
Sept. 6, 2018, 11:05 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Throwing myself into work. Meeting new, fascinating people. Rekindling ties with old friends. Planning explorations around Cloudspine. Planning a more personal excursion. Family to catch up with. So much to do. I miss the hills, but this is where I need to be.
Written By Petal
Sept. 6, 2018, 11:04 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Juniper Whisper just wrote me the most wonderful request for a gown that I ever got before. Her way of asking, I think was a work of art. I am putting her down on my list to make clothing for. I also have Lord Salvatore waiting and I appreciate how very patient he has been. And Princess Isidora. I made her dragon gown, but then I got bored by the slippers. I still have dragon slippers on my list!
That being said I am also am very busy. I am trying to keep my shop stocked for gift giving day, which isn't easy. Stuff sells so quickly. I have a design for Aion themed starry sleepy table in the works.
But also I should be baking honey cakes or some kind of cakes and mead. With all those people coming to help protect the lodge, I want to have something to offer them. Dame Leola thinks maybe especially the Iron Guard would like honey cakes and knowing the nobles of Arx, I think they probably want lots of booze.
Petal
That being said I am also am very busy. I am trying to keep my shop stocked for gift giving day, which isn't easy. Stuff sells so quickly. I have a design for Aion themed starry sleepy table in the works.
But also I should be baking honey cakes or some kind of cakes and mead. With all those people coming to help protect the lodge, I want to have something to offer them. Dame Leola thinks maybe especially the Iron Guard would like honey cakes and knowing the nobles of Arx, I think they probably want lots of booze.
Petal
Written By Vanora
Sept. 6, 2018, 11:03 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
This week has been one of meditation and consideration.
It is exciting when I have a good deal of enthusiasm for something and can make the excitement catch, I know its common enough, but I often find that my most intense passions are singular things that few other than myself would feel ablaze for.
When I discover that something I am interested in doing, in working on, is the sort of project other people wish to get involved in, it's something of a thrill. Especially when the people who are interested aren't those I already know well. Working towards a common cause is one of the best ways to find kindred spirits.
It is exciting when I have a good deal of enthusiasm for something and can make the excitement catch, I know its common enough, but I often find that my most intense passions are singular things that few other than myself would feel ablaze for.
When I discover that something I am interested in doing, in working on, is the sort of project other people wish to get involved in, it's something of a thrill. Especially when the people who are interested aren't those I already know well. Working towards a common cause is one of the best ways to find kindred spirits.
Written By Cristoph
Sept. 6, 2018, 10:51 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
My parents were blessed and cursed to have several independent and stubborn children.
My father passed on years ago now. I can still hear his laugh, loud and gregarious. I can still picture his exasperated eyerolls and sighing when I'd do something rash. I see them sometimes when I watch Jael. Cassandra bears his determined look when she's concentrating.
Little pieces of him are here and there, surviving.
Sometimes a little piece of me wishes for him to be here still. I could use his chiding, his solid advice. Especially these days.
My father passed on years ago now. I can still hear his laugh, loud and gregarious. I can still picture his exasperated eyerolls and sighing when I'd do something rash. I see them sometimes when I watch Jael. Cassandra bears his determined look when she's concentrating.
Little pieces of him are here and there, surviving.
Sometimes a little piece of me wishes for him to be here still. I could use his chiding, his solid advice. Especially these days.
Written By Sabella
Sept. 6, 2018, 10:45 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Gianna
Well, I hope some strings were attached otherwise that must have been a very hard instrument to play!
Written By Gianna
Sept. 6, 2018, 9:58 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
We are almost ready. The final push toward opening the Bard's College officially is happening. I am entreating those with an interest in music or the arts to contact me if they wish to help in any way.
When I first dreamt up the idea for the College, I had no idea it would come together so fast. I had no idea I'd find the perfect building, no idea word would spread so quickly and be received with such enthusiasm.
When I first came to Arx, I played in various taverns and pubs and relied on my voice to make enough money to get by. The very first day I was here, I was given a lovely instrument by Mistress Petal Penrose, no strings attached. When I had my first unbelievably generous payment for a single song, I invested the money in a silk dress and slippers so as to be able to play in more refined establishments.
I'm proud to be able to offer bards help by giving them instruments to start out and help purchasing new ones. I'm proud to be able to offer a stipend to help them learn their craft more comfortably. I'm proud to have made a place for people to go to learn music, to be guided in their craft, to be mentored, and made it easy for anyone of any class to access.
Life is a song. I invite you all to sing with me.
When I first dreamt up the idea for the College, I had no idea it would come together so fast. I had no idea I'd find the perfect building, no idea word would spread so quickly and be received with such enthusiasm.
When I first came to Arx, I played in various taverns and pubs and relied on my voice to make enough money to get by. The very first day I was here, I was given a lovely instrument by Mistress Petal Penrose, no strings attached. When I had my first unbelievably generous payment for a single song, I invested the money in a silk dress and slippers so as to be able to play in more refined establishments.
I'm proud to be able to offer bards help by giving them instruments to start out and help purchasing new ones. I'm proud to be able to offer a stipend to help them learn their craft more comfortably. I'm proud to have made a place for people to go to learn music, to be guided in their craft, to be mentored, and made it easy for anyone of any class to access.
Life is a song. I invite you all to sing with me.
Written By Delilah
Sept. 6, 2018, 9:54 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
I covet the calm of a still night more in the aftermath of a full social season. Having a precious few hours to reflect on the week and the varied activities is a thing to be treasured. Savour them. Treasure them. They are rare. How often nowadays do I get to drink a glass of wine under the plum-bruised sky and watch the fireflies gambol through the garden?
When did such instances become a rarity rather than the norm? I may not be suited to a quiet life, one rooted deep in the pleasures of home and hearth, but it has been odd to have a stretch of time to myself to write, contemplate, and drink to those come and gone.
Time rushes onwards. The summer brings countless prospects of weddings, silver-bright feasts, gilded festivals, and the lick of crimson violence. In this moment of reflection, I wonder if we won't all crave a little quiet.
When did such instances become a rarity rather than the norm? I may not be suited to a quiet life, one rooted deep in the pleasures of home and hearth, but it has been odd to have a stretch of time to myself to write, contemplate, and drink to those come and gone.
Time rushes onwards. The summer brings countless prospects of weddings, silver-bright feasts, gilded festivals, and the lick of crimson violence. In this moment of reflection, I wonder if we won't all crave a little quiet.
Written By Delilah
Sept. 6, 2018, 9:37 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Artur
The pursuit of information is a lifelong sojourn, a journey weaving a path through many unexpected corners. The hazards of setting out are far outweighed by the gains, but as any scholar can tell you, you'll soon discover your knowledge barely scratches how much there is out there.
Be persistent. Ask questions. Find likeminded folk willing to share their insights and guide you on the path of whatever you seek. A good many outstanding minds in Arx wait to help those who ask for such aid, and not all of them are the people you may expect.
But we are blessed by many inquisitive minds.
Be persistent. Ask questions. Find likeminded folk willing to share their insights and guide you on the path of whatever you seek. A good many outstanding minds in Arx wait to help those who ask for such aid, and not all of them are the people you may expect.
But we are blessed by many inquisitive minds.
Written By Perronne
Sept. 6, 2018, 9:11 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Jyri
I have never had a story written about me, especially such a lovely one! I have never been a wolf!
Now, thanks to Kennelmaster Jyri, I have been able to experience both of those things, and it was wonderful! Okay, only a wolf in metaphor. I did not get on all fours and run around baying at the moon, and if I did, I probably wouldn't need the Kennelmaster to show me how to do it. I assume it's pretty simple! But probably gives you a back ache after a while.
The Kennelmaster writes very good stories, is what I mean to say.
Now, thanks to Kennelmaster Jyri, I have been able to experience both of those things, and it was wonderful! Okay, only a wolf in metaphor. I did not get on all fours and run around baying at the moon, and if I did, I probably wouldn't need the Kennelmaster to show me how to do it. I assume it's pretty simple! But probably gives you a back ache after a while.
The Kennelmaster writes very good stories, is what I mean to say.
Written By Jyri
Sept. 6, 2018, 8:17 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
No amount of preparations can make you ready for reality when it comes at you. You just got to think on your feet then and there. Still - all preparations can make your choices more obvious and better.
So we prepare. I got the feeling this preparation is not something usual to the Iron Guard. But neither is the enemy.
So we prepare. I got the feeling this preparation is not something usual to the Iron Guard. But neither is the enemy.
Written By Kenna
Sept. 6, 2018, 7:54 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Nope, nope, nope.
Written By Joslyn
Sept. 6, 2018, 7:43 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
There are times where I come across individuals so unfit for their positions, I cannot help but wonder if rule by the virtue of birth is always in the best interest of the people. It's quite sad how some insist on insults when confronted with conflicting views, and keep digging themselves into a trench, when a simple, even private apology is all that is requested to make all these bad feelings go away.
I'm waiting.
I'm waiting.
Written By Artur
Sept. 6, 2018, 3:05 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Do you ever feel that no matter where you go, everyone around you seems to know far more about what is going on in the world than you do? My mother would say this is the result of too much booze and men and not enough study, of course. She might not be wrong.
Most of the time I just smile and nod along so as not to be a nuisance, though lately I am struck by the thought that if I am going to risk my life for a thing, it is probably worth making a concerted effort to understand the what and why and when and how of it all.
Something of a project then!
Most of the time I just smile and nod along so as not to be a nuisance, though lately I am struck by the thought that if I am going to risk my life for a thing, it is probably worth making a concerted effort to understand the what and why and when and how of it all.
Something of a project then!
Written By Jeffeth
Sept. 6, 2018, 1:24 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Derovai
What
Written By Iseulet
Sept. 6, 2018, 1:07 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Karadoc
Your kitten is all mine now.
Ky dropped by to laze about with Cour in the garden last week, got comfortable and never left.
It was my plan all along you see! It's why I keep the best full cream and tuna at the ready.
Thirteen now, by the way.
Ky dropped by to laze about with Cour in the garden last week, got comfortable and never left.
It was my plan all along you see! It's why I keep the best full cream and tuna at the ready.
Thirteen now, by the way.
Written By Vercyn
Sept. 6, 2018, 12:59 a.m.(7/17/1009 AR)
I am becoming busy again of late, but on tasks of my choosing rather than those steadily and consistently dropped upon me without pause.
I do not mind this.
I do not mind this.
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