Written By Delilah
July 17, 2018, 4:05 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
Killian Ashford. Paladin of Ideals.
A lovely title, really, in a land full of remarkable titles. Knight of Butterflies, Voice of Grayson, Mother of Mercy. The Paladin of Ideals sings in a certain powerful way, doesn't it?
I wish dearly I knew him in life. I wish I had the opportunity to meet with him, invite him to speak his mind, and learn the nature of the man he was. Alas, he's gone too soon from us. I've collected a little of his story by hearsay and secondhand accounts, firsthand impressions, and the sort of receding flotsam and jetsam kicked up when a great act transpires. Here was a man that, by all accounts, held to a noble code of conduct. In the end, the cost for his service was great. The greatest, really, when you get right down to it. One's life sacrificed for others -- complete strangers, people he would have no reason to intervene for, other than by his own code of honor. It says much about him. The very barest sampling of who he was arises from that courageous act, and I'd be lying if I didn't say it moved me to think long and hard on a winter's day about the meaning of life, legacy, and service.
To think he liked crawling through ruins and exploring the world too. A loss in the worst of ways. Prince Ainsley aims to have him interred in the Grayson Hall for heroic, honourable folk and I find it's an intriguing cause. But the deeper I dig in, the more I realize the depth of the man for whom the honour is sought.
I wish I might have known him. Such people are rare in this world, incredibly so. With luck, I shall help to gather a tale that continues to the future, and inspires others.
A lovely title, really, in a land full of remarkable titles. Knight of Butterflies, Voice of Grayson, Mother of Mercy. The Paladin of Ideals sings in a certain powerful way, doesn't it?
I wish dearly I knew him in life. I wish I had the opportunity to meet with him, invite him to speak his mind, and learn the nature of the man he was. Alas, he's gone too soon from us. I've collected a little of his story by hearsay and secondhand accounts, firsthand impressions, and the sort of receding flotsam and jetsam kicked up when a great act transpires. Here was a man that, by all accounts, held to a noble code of conduct. In the end, the cost for his service was great. The greatest, really, when you get right down to it. One's life sacrificed for others -- complete strangers, people he would have no reason to intervene for, other than by his own code of honor. It says much about him. The very barest sampling of who he was arises from that courageous act, and I'd be lying if I didn't say it moved me to think long and hard on a winter's day about the meaning of life, legacy, and service.
To think he liked crawling through ruins and exploring the world too. A loss in the worst of ways. Prince Ainsley aims to have him interred in the Grayson Hall for heroic, honourable folk and I find it's an intriguing cause. But the deeper I dig in, the more I realize the depth of the man for whom the honour is sought.
I wish I might have known him. Such people are rare in this world, incredibly so. With luck, I shall help to gather a tale that continues to the future, and inspires others.
Written By Delilah
July 17, 2018, 3:59 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
Count Thesarin left me thinking again. It's a fascinating thing, how different people can be. We wear our outward masks to present to society and we keep our inner faces guarded, somewhat at least. Those who wear glass masks offer the truest sense of their inner selves, either through folly or bravery. It takes a certain confidence to show the world what and whom you are. Others can be utterly at odds, and those may be the more dangerous extreme.
Then I am reminded how fortunate Riven is for its leadership. Mia is a brilliant lantern burning steady and bright. Thesarin, ah, now there's someone of greater, deeper currents than meets the eye. I mean it in the very best senses. A man able to balance his talents in the field with convictions and restraint of leadership is a rare commodity. A plain-spoken, sensible manner atop that? Count it as one of the better rarities in the world, right up there with unicorns and honest politicians.
In ten words, he can school me on what it means to be a good leader, a potent diplomat, and a decent person. Better than decent. I'm underselling the quality that comes with acknowledging how much in the world relies on being clear-sighted and pragmatic, even when everything else is as wild as a party in full swing. He's someone I admire.
Then I am reminded how fortunate Riven is for its leadership. Mia is a brilliant lantern burning steady and bright. Thesarin, ah, now there's someone of greater, deeper currents than meets the eye. I mean it in the very best senses. A man able to balance his talents in the field with convictions and restraint of leadership is a rare commodity. A plain-spoken, sensible manner atop that? Count it as one of the better rarities in the world, right up there with unicorns and honest politicians.
In ten words, he can school me on what it means to be a good leader, a potent diplomat, and a decent person. Better than decent. I'm underselling the quality that comes with acknowledging how much in the world relies on being clear-sighted and pragmatic, even when everything else is as wild as a party in full swing. He's someone I admire.
Written By Edain
July 17, 2018, 3:48 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
I recommend jousting, or falconry.
Just not falcon jousting. My childhood attempts to invent the hobby did not end happily.
Just not falcon jousting. My childhood attempts to invent the hobby did not end happily.
Written By Charlaine
July 17, 2018, 3:30 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
"There once was a little boy who wanted to know everything. He was insatiably curious. From the moment he was born, he seemed to want to know every detail of the world around him..." I started to read to my little Caprice. "A Boy and His Spider: A Bedtime Story" was my favorite tale. I feel that my daughter also loves it. She laughed, giggled, I can swear she even snorted while chuckling. She really enjoyed the book. Or maybe she knew it's my favorite. So, she wanted to make me happy. I can see it in her eyes, I can see how clever she is. But also I see a lot of curiosity shimmering in her gaze. Maybe she just understood that the book was also about her...
Though, she fell asleep in the middle of the story. I will have to finish tomorrow.
Though, she fell asleep in the middle of the story. I will have to finish tomorrow.
Written By Coraline
July 17, 2018, 3:12 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
What about something like knife throwing? That could be a hobby. Or whittling? Ceiling climbing?
Written By Derovai
July 17, 2018, 2:17 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
Dancing.
Written By Thena
July 17, 2018, 1:55 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Corban
The Legate has been trying to get me to do this for some time, but I haven’t been able to come up with one that he approves of.
Written By Helia
July 17, 2018, 1:39 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Lucita
I am so happy that you took me on as your protege! This is going to be wonderful!
Written By Corban
July 17, 2018, 1:36 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
By the Lord Commander's decree, all knights of the Hundred must have a hobby. Something that, although it has no connection to their work for the King, they do to clear the mind or for enjoyment.
I did not have a hobby previously. But I do now. I have some charcoals and some drawing paper, and Baroness Skye has taught me the basics of sketching and other techniques. And so I present below my first drawing.
It is relaxing.
(( The scene to the discerning viewer is the gardens of the Grotto. Sir Corban has opted to take in some of the flowers, yes, but it is not the focus. Instead, some vines in a corner that are twined around one another appear to have caught his eye. The drawing is done well enough, but amateurishly, with an undue focus on technical aspects rather than capturing the essence of the scene. ))
I did not have a hobby previously. But I do now. I have some charcoals and some drawing paper, and Baroness Skye has taught me the basics of sketching and other techniques. And so I present below my first drawing.
It is relaxing.
(( The scene to the discerning viewer is the gardens of the Grotto. Sir Corban has opted to take in some of the flowers, yes, but it is not the focus. Instead, some vines in a corner that are twined around one another appear to have caught his eye. The drawing is done well enough, but amateurishly, with an undue focus on technical aspects rather than capturing the essence of the scene. ))
Written By Lumen
July 17, 2018, 1:35 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Quenia
I could be made to believe that anyone capable of creating this refreshingly zesty beverage also to have invented the category of drink entirely. Masterful. My search is over. Now I know what I'm going to drink while I take my bubble baths.
Written By Norwood
July 17, 2018, 1:27 p.m.(3/17/1009 AR)
All of these puns are, at least, sure to bug Adalyn a bit.
I do also intend to continue to carry honey upon my person. Perhaps within the next two years from Dusksire's own apiaries.
I do also intend to continue to carry honey upon my person. Perhaps within the next two years from Dusksire's own apiaries.
Written By Thorley
July 17, 2018, 12:29 p.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Norwood
I suppose I could wax on about Norwood's acension. But instead I'll wonder if this puts his daughter in the Lady position. And if she knows that yet. After all that would solve the heir issue for now.
Written By Augustus
July 17, 2018, 11:55 a.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Reese
Adequate woman, one of Tommen's. Unsure of herself, to be expected. Apparently not the adored princess she expected to be. Life is tough, get tougher. Might be able to advise in the future, when she is less shadow and more self.
Written By Elloise
July 17, 2018, 11:03 a.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Edward
A new name; the same old me. You're stuck now. Sorry, Cheese.
Written By Jacali
July 17, 2018, 8:57 a.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
I have acceted the Marquis Orvyn Harthall's offer of patronage -- might think us a strange pairin', one might at that, but he were lookin' for someone passionate about what they do, and you aren't gunna find nobody more passionate than ol' Jac. He's alright, I s'pose. Doesn't try to touch the merchandise, him. A gentleman in his own right, at least in that way. Coin to spare. Why, he even gave me a little friend to help me with my deliveries and messages and all what have you, he did. Chub Chub has fast become my most favourite of things, more dependable than people, and talks less. Means more time for me to fill the silence. Ah, what a good little lister, him. Good little listener.
Written By Jacali
July 17, 2018, 8:50 a.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
Been uneventful, really, hasn't it? Aside from tales of ploughin' princesses, the odd threat from hither and tither, s'been quiet. Got some new frangrances I'm meant to concoct, mind. Sadly 'Right Bastard's already taken, so I've to come up with something else what'll suit the sorta man that's gunna be wearin' it. A struggle, that is. Guess his coin's still good, mind, least there's that, ey?
Written By Quenia
July 17, 2018, 8:41 a.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Lumen
Unfortunately, we haven't a whole case left any longer. But, I gave you one of our more exceptionally brewed sparkling wines. In the interests of brokering peace, of course. I do hope you enjoy Citrus Delight!
Written By River
July 17, 2018, 8:10 a.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
I've had the opportunity to work with Guildmaster JOscelin, and others for the Crafter's hall opening. The fashion show was absolutely spectacular and all the models showed off their skills. The work was great, and the air of positivity and group initiative, I couldn't ask for more. Really, was a blast.
Written By Rosalie
July 17, 2018, 7:20 a.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Gerard
Creating quite a -buzz-, are we? I, for one, bee-lieve that Baron Clement will come through any challenge with -flying- colors.
Written By Gerard
July 17, 2018, 4:43 a.m.(3/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
A veritable swarm of puns, seems like.
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