Written By Sheena
June 30, 2018, 7:21 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Date: Feb 1009
Dearest Scholars,
Rather than my adoptive grandparents I am writing this letter for the libraries directly, as it should be well known.
Guildmaster Joscelin is a very kind woman. She sent me some silver as a gift. When I said I could pay it back she insisted that it is a gift not to be paid back. That is quite hard to deal with for me. I will have to work on a lovely gift for her once I have saved enough silver. I would like to make her something very nice.
She also arranged a loan of resources for me to obtain a shop. She assured me it was not a tribulation upon her time and that was part of what the Crafters Guild is for. I hope to pay it back as soon as I can.
With love,
Sheena
Dearest Scholars,
Rather than my adoptive grandparents I am writing this letter for the libraries directly, as it should be well known.
Guildmaster Joscelin is a very kind woman. She sent me some silver as a gift. When I said I could pay it back she insisted that it is a gift not to be paid back. That is quite hard to deal with for me. I will have to work on a lovely gift for her once I have saved enough silver. I would like to make her something very nice.
She also arranged a loan of resources for me to obtain a shop. She assured me it was not a tribulation upon her time and that was part of what the Crafters Guild is for. I hope to pay it back as soon as I can.
With love,
Sheena
Written By Sheena
June 30, 2018, 7:16 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Date: Feb 1009
Beloved Adoptive Grandparents,
When I set sail to Arx at your bidding, as I would have simply preferred to stay with you guys where it is safe and comfortable, I did not think I would find it easy to be in Arx. I was not proven wrong on this. There are so many people! Some have this weird thing of wanting to be spoken to informally. I don't know how to handle this. Some are so friendly it is scary.
It is not all bad. I met the Guildmaster of the Crafters Guild. She is a kind person. I also met my patron, Baron Edward. You guys already knew I had planned on asking him to take me into his household, he did. I am pleased to say. I am his protege now. I also talked to My Lord Marquis Fairen about potentially doing some work for him. He seems inclined to help me, if possible.
Guildmaster Joscelin is a very generous person! She sent me some silver as a gift. It was far too much but I was able to get far more supplies than I would have otherwise. She also agreed to give me a loan. I was able to buy a building that just needs a little fixing up to be suitable. IT has space for me to work in and a space to live, if I need it.
I better finish this letter off now. I still need to write a second copy for the libraries.
With love,
Sheena
Beloved Adoptive Grandparents,
When I set sail to Arx at your bidding, as I would have simply preferred to stay with you guys where it is safe and comfortable, I did not think I would find it easy to be in Arx. I was not proven wrong on this. There are so many people! Some have this weird thing of wanting to be spoken to informally. I don't know how to handle this. Some are so friendly it is scary.
It is not all bad. I met the Guildmaster of the Crafters Guild. She is a kind person. I also met my patron, Baron Edward. You guys already knew I had planned on asking him to take me into his household, he did. I am pleased to say. I am his protege now. I also talked to My Lord Marquis Fairen about potentially doing some work for him. He seems inclined to help me, if possible.
Guildmaster Joscelin is a very generous person! She sent me some silver as a gift. It was far too much but I was able to get far more supplies than I would have otherwise. She also agreed to give me a loan. I was able to buy a building that just needs a little fixing up to be suitable. IT has space for me to work in and a space to live, if I need it.
I better finish this letter off now. I still need to write a second copy for the libraries.
With love,
Sheena
Written By Jeffeth
June 30, 2018, 6:43 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Cassius
You set out on a task, My Lord. Consider it finished. Be at peace, My Lord.
Written By Monique
June 30, 2018, 6:16 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Today could not POSSIBLY get any better. It just couldn't. Accomplishment, triumph, and above all that, winning a very special boon from someone who likely regrets deeply granting it! I'm floating on air and I'm not coming down!
Written By Mayir
June 30, 2018, 5:30 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
I put the posters up around the city, but I should put one in my journals, too, because people love reading these things.
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* * *
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Here is how it works! You pick four numbers between one and four! You pay us 200 silver! (Or 200 silver times how many tickets you buy.) And if YOUR FOUR NUMBERS come up in a row in our GRAND DRAWING, then you hit it big! There's nothing to it! Just a few numbers and a lot of luck!
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Buy tickets for the Lowers Lottery!
* * *
YOU WANT TO BE RICH?
Great! Me, too! But lucky for you, you have a surefire way to luck into the big winnings! That's right! All the silver you can imagine (or at least eighty percent of what we collect, whichever is less) can be yours if Gild favors you in the LOWERS LOTTERY!
Here is how it works! You pick four numbers between one and four! You pay us 200 silver! (Or 200 silver times how many tickets you buy.) And if YOUR FOUR NUMBERS come up in a row in our GRAND DRAWING, then you hit it big! There's nothing to it! Just a few numbers and a lot of luck!
LOWERS LOTTERY: Big money for you, no refunds from us!
SPONSORED BY GRAYHOPE
(( For all the details, see the Google form! https://tinyurl.com/y8ez45p9. Our first drawing is July 11! ))
Written By Mirari
June 30, 2018, 5:23 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
The monthly skirt and gown night is tonight. I hope to see a bunch of gossipy women in Of Works Obscura. There will be booze, nibbles and a warm fire to help keep us all cozy.
Written By Vanora
June 30, 2018, 5:20 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
I'm taking harp lessons.
Its an incredibly long story. If anyone knows of a music teacher who likes harp lessons and long stories though, I'll need one soon enough. I've only secured a month or so of lessons so far.
Its an incredibly long story. If anyone knows of a music teacher who likes harp lessons and long stories though, I'll need one soon enough. I've only secured a month or so of lessons so far.
Written By Christine
June 30, 2018, 5:19 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Christine
I was reading some journals, just to check a bit what was going on... And you can't believe what I found out...
There is barely any mention of me in the journals lately!
I don't know if it's a good or a bad thing, but I think I should organize something, or make something, or do something big enough to change it.
There is barely any mention of me in the journals lately!
I don't know if it's a good or a bad thing, but I think I should organize something, or make something, or do something big enough to change it.
Written By Vanora
June 30, 2018, 5:14 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Isolde
Two hours of your time.
As much wine as we want.
No husbands. That's the ransom for your second favorite pair of pants.
Until then they're mine.
As much wine as we want.
No husbands. That's the ransom for your second favorite pair of pants.
Until then they're mine.
Written By Fredrik
June 30, 2018, 4:38 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
From :Desk of Lord Fredrik RedTyde
Subject :humor
Heard a good one recently. So a woman goes to a costume party, right? Man asks her "What are you supposed to be?" And she declares "I am a harp!" Ah, but he protests "Your costume is too small to be a harp!" And the irate Lady irritably replies with "Are you calling my a lyre!?"
Yes, I am in a good mood. I often am, these days, cannot imagine why.
Subject :humor
Heard a good one recently. So a woman goes to a costume party, right? Man asks her "What are you supposed to be?" And she declares "I am a harp!" Ah, but he protests "Your costume is too small to be a harp!" And the irate Lady irritably replies with "Are you calling my a lyre!?"
Yes, I am in a good mood. I often am, these days, cannot imagine why.
Written By Jasher
June 30, 2018, 3:53 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
The last time my teeth hurt like this, I had been punched in the mouth. I'm not having candy ever again.
Written By Marian
June 30, 2018, 2:46 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
Don't listen to my sister. Exercise to forget. It leads to passing out just like drinking. You wake up the next day aching. It spends a lot more energy and improves your body.
Written By Monique
June 30, 2018, 2:30 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
Drink to forget. And then actually forget. It works, I promise.
Written By Monique
June 30, 2018, 2:28 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Marian
I did gift you a tree for your birthday, but I promise that wasn't a commentary on your age!
Written By Thesarin
June 30, 2018, 2:19 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
I said the same to a man named Eshkorin of Greenblood, when I was nearabouts your age. Different words in a different tongue in a different world, but even so.
I'll pass on what he told me, all them years ago:
If you find a trick to manage it, do let me know.
I'll pass on what he told me, all them years ago:
If you find a trick to manage it, do let me know.
Written By Marian
June 30, 2018, 1:56 p.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Eirene
I don't have any spare sword rattles but I do know a skilled crafter that could make you some.
Written By Marian
June 30, 2018, noon(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
You are /not/ old. Because if you are, then I am too. I have far too much invested in my current duties to allow a minor issue like age get in the way.
Written By Carita
June 30, 2018, 10:24 a.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Coraline
We really met on the Tour of Thrax, and though we didn't get a chance to talk much then, the after-effects, I believe, of having spent that time together led to seeking one another out.
I had not thought such an easy friendship would bloom, but after getting to know Princess Coraline, I wonder, how could any person NOT completely adore her? Very sweet, very kind, and warmly genuine. Defender of friendships; no one can talk poorly about those she cares about. Witty and smart, with a hint of mischief, and quick to laugh and enjoy those around her.
I am truly honored to call her friend.
I'm so excited for you and can't wait to hear about your new adventures to come, at least the ones you can share, as you've now earned your Knighthood!
Congratulations, sweet mermaid. That things will done knee-deep in seawater seems so very fitting.
I had not thought such an easy friendship would bloom, but after getting to know Princess Coraline, I wonder, how could any person NOT completely adore her? Very sweet, very kind, and warmly genuine. Defender of friendships; no one can talk poorly about those she cares about. Witty and smart, with a hint of mischief, and quick to laugh and enjoy those around her.
I am truly honored to call her friend.
I'm so excited for you and can't wait to hear about your new adventures to come, at least the ones you can share, as you've now earned your Knighthood!
Congratulations, sweet mermaid. That things will done knee-deep in seawater seems so very fitting.
Written By Ariella
June 30, 2018, 10:19 a.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Bliss
Everyone that burns has to learn from the pain.
(Credit: Fred Durst.)
(Credit: Fred Durst.)
Written By Sparte
June 30, 2018, 10:06 a.m.(2/10/1009 AR)
I write to reflect on myself as often as I write for any other reason. It has been a strange path my life has taken. I have friends I never expected to find, and enemies that were equally beyond my imagining a scant few years ago. I have found family and lost people I thought were unbreakable.
The bittersweet feeling of loss is profound some days, like this one. I just wake up with my mind on those who arn't here anymore, that I'd like to share with. Or worse, those who are still here but whose story has brought them to a far different place. Tears well up and want to escape, want to carry that pain away like the first tears did. Yet my tears do not carry my memories away with them. Those memories remain, and I must find a way to carry them in grace.
There are other times I find my eyes dry, my hands calm. In the face of loss or horrible things, I do not waver. Yet is that better? That numbness never happened until after the Silent War, and it grew more common after the Pirate War. I feel it is something to be frightened of, for what if one day I am numb entirely?
I talk to old soldiers, to veterans who've served as long as I've drawn breath. My struggle, my feelings, they arn't unique. They're painfully common. Most days are a balance between those two extremes, and I hope one day I will learn to keep my balance.
The bittersweet feeling of loss is profound some days, like this one. I just wake up with my mind on those who arn't here anymore, that I'd like to share with. Or worse, those who are still here but whose story has brought them to a far different place. Tears well up and want to escape, want to carry that pain away like the first tears did. Yet my tears do not carry my memories away with them. Those memories remain, and I must find a way to carry them in grace.
There are other times I find my eyes dry, my hands calm. In the face of loss or horrible things, I do not waver. Yet is that better? That numbness never happened until after the Silent War, and it grew more common after the Pirate War. I feel it is something to be frightened of, for what if one day I am numb entirely?
I talk to old soldiers, to veterans who've served as long as I've drawn breath. My struggle, my feelings, they arn't unique. They're painfully common. Most days are a balance between those two extremes, and I hope one day I will learn to keep my balance.
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