Written By Daemon
Oct. 29, 2017, 1:52 a.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
There are some things you only get the pleasure of experiencing once in a lifetime. One of those things is riding an elk with a blacksmith into 2 to 48 odds. Others would include rushing through a field on horseback while you're attacked by the largest horde of wasps the world has ever seen. Eating that last piece of cake, knowing that you shall regret it come the morning.
Sometimes you simply must do, rather than think. Even if it risks everything. You'll only get the one try.
Except for the cake, I'm sure many struggle with that daily.
Sometimes you simply must do, rather than think. Even if it risks everything. You'll only get the one try.
Except for the cake, I'm sure many struggle with that daily.
Written By Mae
Oct. 28, 2017, 11:51 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
The Crow Soup Kitchen is officially open!
Attached to the Murder of Crows Inn, the Crow Soup Kitchen will offer one free bowl of soup to any citizen of the Compact in need. The kitchen is ran by Mae Grayhope, with the support of the Grayhope and Culler families.
Any that wish to donate to keeping the Crow Soup Kitchen running should contact Mae Grayhope. Likewise, any that wish to volunteer are encouraged to speak to Mae before arriving (especially if noble!) and keep watch for volunteer days.
Due to the very generous donations of many, the Crow Soup Kitchen has enough funding to run for two full years.
I, and everyone that no longer needs to feel the pangs of hunger or make terrible choices rather than see their children go hungry, would like to thank all those that donated:
* The Grayhope and Culler families, who fight so hard for those in the Lowers.
* Archlector Aleksei and Legate Orazio for the initial funds to feed the Crownsworn and Godsworn.
* Prince Victus and Princess Alarissa and all of House Thrax and their vassals.
* Grand Duchess Eleyna and all of House Velenosa and their vassals.
* Princess Donella, Princess Marian, Lady Khanne, Mistress Valery, and all of House Redrain and their vassals.
* Princess Isabeau and all of House Valardin and their vassals.
* Princess Tikva and Princess Reese, as well as the other High Houses, for ensuring those in Grayson fealty do not go hungry.
* Marquessa Samantha and Prince Rook, for securing crown funding to keep the Soup Kitchen operations running strong.
* Dame Thena and the Knights of Solace, for assisting those in need in finding their way to the Crow Soup Kitchen.
For all those that have volunteered to help, or who still plan to donate, thank you!
I will be announcing volunteer days soon. The Murder of Crows will also be hosting a charity darts and drinking contest in the near future.
Mae Grayhope
Proprietor of the Murder of Crows and Crow Soup Kitchen
Attached to the Murder of Crows Inn, the Crow Soup Kitchen will offer one free bowl of soup to any citizen of the Compact in need. The kitchen is ran by Mae Grayhope, with the support of the Grayhope and Culler families.
Any that wish to donate to keeping the Crow Soup Kitchen running should contact Mae Grayhope. Likewise, any that wish to volunteer are encouraged to speak to Mae before arriving (especially if noble!) and keep watch for volunteer days.
Due to the very generous donations of many, the Crow Soup Kitchen has enough funding to run for two full years.
I, and everyone that no longer needs to feel the pangs of hunger or make terrible choices rather than see their children go hungry, would like to thank all those that donated:
* The Grayhope and Culler families, who fight so hard for those in the Lowers.
* Archlector Aleksei and Legate Orazio for the initial funds to feed the Crownsworn and Godsworn.
* Prince Victus and Princess Alarissa and all of House Thrax and their vassals.
* Grand Duchess Eleyna and all of House Velenosa and their vassals.
* Princess Donella, Princess Marian, Lady Khanne, Mistress Valery, and all of House Redrain and their vassals.
* Princess Isabeau and all of House Valardin and their vassals.
* Princess Tikva and Princess Reese, as well as the other High Houses, for ensuring those in Grayson fealty do not go hungry.
* Marquessa Samantha and Prince Rook, for securing crown funding to keep the Soup Kitchen operations running strong.
* Dame Thena and the Knights of Solace, for assisting those in need in finding their way to the Crow Soup Kitchen.
For all those that have volunteered to help, or who still plan to donate, thank you!
I will be announcing volunteer days soon. The Murder of Crows will also be hosting a charity darts and drinking contest in the near future.
Mae Grayhope
Proprietor of the Murder of Crows and Crow Soup Kitchen
Written By Ryhalt
Oct. 28, 2017, 11:05 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Jack
While I am thankful to have the services of Doctor Bathwater, and the benefit of his laboratory, I am equally thankful for the foresight to construct such as a separate building. Hopefully, the inevitable towering inferno will harm none.
Written By Sameera
Oct. 28, 2017, 10:55 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
*pages upon pages of sketches of jewelry, many of which are crossed out*
Written By Sameera
Oct. 28, 2017, 10:55 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
I am still annoyed with you for wanting to take what is dear for me away. However, I will heed the advice. Maybe even forgive. I am still fond of you. You keep on a difficult person like me as a lady's maid.
Written By Tikva
Oct. 28, 2017, 10:16 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
My most heartfelt congratulations to the Baron of Whitefrost for his engagement. He could not have done better than to secure Lady Carita Darkwater for his Baroness; a woman of style, grace, and wit, who will run his holdfast with all the verve and panache that she applies to all other areas of life. May they partner each other well, by the grace of Limerance.
Written By Arianna
Oct. 28, 2017, 9:32 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Carita
When I heard about the engagement, I was quite excited -- in fact I might use the word delighted. I think that Lady Carita, because she is a member of the peerage of that there is no doubt, and the Baron Stormbreak are complimentary to one another. Her composure and temperament tames the passions of the Storm and his tenacity and way with coin would be enviable traits if I wasn't busy celebrating them. May our Lady of Change bring an easy transition to this exciting new phase of their lives.
With that being said, whatever these two respectable members of the court choose to engage in is their divine right in the freedom of choice. These were simply my words in observation and my heartfelt personal opinion on the matter, meager as it may be.
With that being said, whatever these two respectable members of the court choose to engage in is their divine right in the freedom of choice. These were simply my words in observation and my heartfelt personal opinion on the matter, meager as it may be.
Written By Merek
Oct. 28, 2017, 9 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
I am glad Archscholar Bianca has returned to Arx. I'm also thankful for my new position as a Senior Scholar. I hope that I'll be able to serve the Discipleship well. All that said, my investigations have recently been towards more historical and common matters of Arx. I'm hoping that we'll be able to learn interesting facts about history that people would like to know. (I know it's not some amazing ancient knowledge, but hopefully some people find it of some interest!)
Written By Merek
Oct. 28, 2017, 8:58 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
The meeting with the Merchants went well enough. I'm glad we could come together and talk about things, as it really assists with getting the economy together all-in-all.
Written By Isabeau
Oct. 28, 2017, 8:09 p.m.(6/25/1007 AR)
There is a certain wisdom to be found in silence that ought be sought more often. Perhaps by some more than others.
Written By Laric
Oct. 28, 2017, 7:19 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
The gods do love a good challenge, don't they? I suppose you reap what you sow.
Written By Victus
Oct. 28, 2017, 6:50 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Eleyna
Girl usually has something wise worth saying. I like that. Glad it's her taking the reins of the Lyceum.
Written By Carita
Oct. 28, 2017, 6:36 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Although, now, after having been informed of Dame Thena's response -- or defense, I suppose, of me -- I feel inclined to address the point that she ever so clearly makes.
I earned it.
There is nothing loathsome nor shameful about having been born and raised in the Lower Boroughs. That I was a commoner. No. You cannot use it as an insult against me. Or, if you are attempting to use my former status as a Whisper in the same way? No, it is not an insult. I would suggest you try harder. It's an honor. It granted me a unique perspective on the world. It gave me ambition, which, I consider a virtue. The desire to reach as high as I can. As high as I am able to. Reaching for the stars, if I can. Reaching hearts, if I can. Constantly being true to myself and my visions. Learning and striving toward everything that interests me. Keeping away from those that belittle me. Never remaining too long in the mental prison of self-doubt that would cage me.
My mother would frequently say (among other sensible things) "Love your enemies, for they tell you your faults." I am already aware of mine, yes, and I appreciate knowing them. I am trying very hard to improve myself. In steps. In prayers. In hopes. In friendships and alliances.
Do I feel the need to share these improvements with everyone?
No.
Those are best kept to my Reflections.
Written By Eleyna
Oct. 28, 2017, 6:23 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
Maybe. If that would be more interesting than being trite and patronizing.
Written By Victus
Oct. 28, 2017, 6:22 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Malesh
Uh-oh.
Written By Thena
Oct. 28, 2017, 6:10 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Malesh
At least Lady Carita has earned what is hers.
Written By Ford
Oct. 28, 2017, 6:06 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
My my my.
I often wonder if the vast majority realizes what White Journals are for. As I learned in my school years, the Whites are for documenting an individuals story after our entire history simply vanished. An attempt to keep that from happening again by literally writing everything down. Which means, every White is history, we're all writing history that generations from now our great great great great grandwhatevers will read and get a sense of what their ancestors were like.
With that in mind. Would you like your great great great great grandwhatevers to know that you were a petty asshole with nothing better to do than attack people that have nothing to do with your business in the slightest?
I thought not.
I often wonder if the vast majority realizes what White Journals are for. As I learned in my school years, the Whites are for documenting an individuals story after our entire history simply vanished. An attempt to keep that from happening again by literally writing everything down. Which means, every White is history, we're all writing history that generations from now our great great great great grandwhatevers will read and get a sense of what their ancestors were like.
With that in mind. Would you like your great great great great grandwhatevers to know that you were a petty asshole with nothing better to do than attack people that have nothing to do with your business in the slightest?
I thought not.
Written By Carita
Oct. 28, 2017, 5:57 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
I did not realize that the Marquis of Stonewood was quite so personally vested in my private affairs. Goodness gracious. One isn't sure to be flattered or concerned. Perhaps both. Although, if the Marquis of Stonewood has any fears of my noble legitimacy, I would be pleased to assuage them. Merely send a missive instead of carrying such strange observations and peculiar questions to the pages of your own Journal. Especially in public. That might be taken the wrong way. Certainly, we have seen what happens in one's words are taken out of context. Lady Stonewood, Arianna - perhaps you need to relate the tale of the lessons learned.
With such pleasantries made and set aside, it would be wise to add into my own Journal the following, so that it might be known for the future:
Do not -- ever -- speak or speculate ill of my daughter. Ever. Thank you.
With such pleasantries made and set aside, it would be wise to add into my own Journal the following, so that it might be known for the future:
Do not -- ever -- speak or speculate ill of my daughter. Ever. Thank you.
Written By Malesh
Oct. 28, 2017, 5:57 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
On another matter, speaking of new beginnings, I must say that it warms my heart to see so many coming to the aide of Cedar Vale in it's time of need. Every humble and reserved, it was not easy for me to ask for help but the way the peerage has lined up to assist is perhaps the most humbling thing I have witnessed. Theses people are truly setting an example of virtue to us all, and we will be every grateful.
Written By Ida
Oct. 28, 2017, 5:52 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Sometimes communing with metal over a hot forge for a couple of weeks is good for the soul. Along with a few bottles of well-aged whiskey, of course. It's the catching up when that's done, though, that is the kick in the ass.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.