Written By Orazio
Oct. 28, 2017, 5:33 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
To the Faithful Reader:
Over the past few days, it has been my pleasure to spend time with brothers and sisters from Sanctum, including the Seraph of Sanctum, himself. 'Pleasure' is not mere politesse - there is a comfort and a benediction in tradition, in the enactment of practices and ritual which have been enacted for centuries, with the same words, the same gestures, the same heart behind them. Tradition connects us to those have gone before, and it creates a bridge by which we can reach out to those who come after us. Sometimes I have been asked, as a godsworn priest, if I regret not having children. It is a regret, certainly. But at the same time, I do have children - the priests and disciples who come after me, who will read the words I have read, and inherit the Church I have worked to preserve and protect. In the midst of so many changes, so much newness, it is a delight to spend some time with those who understand the value of that inheritance, as well.
That said, I am rather so full of tea that I slosh when I walk. Perhaps there IS too much of a good thing.
Over the past few days, it has been my pleasure to spend time with brothers and sisters from Sanctum, including the Seraph of Sanctum, himself. 'Pleasure' is not mere politesse - there is a comfort and a benediction in tradition, in the enactment of practices and ritual which have been enacted for centuries, with the same words, the same gestures, the same heart behind them. Tradition connects us to those have gone before, and it creates a bridge by which we can reach out to those who come after us. Sometimes I have been asked, as a godsworn priest, if I regret not having children. It is a regret, certainly. But at the same time, I do have children - the priests and disciples who come after me, who will read the words I have read, and inherit the Church I have worked to preserve and protect. In the midst of so many changes, so much newness, it is a delight to spend some time with those who understand the value of that inheritance, as well.
That said, I am rather so full of tea that I slosh when I walk. Perhaps there IS too much of a good thing.
Written By Calarian
Oct. 28, 2017, 3:38 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
This city has quite a particular way of playing the games of chances -- one can only stare in wonder at times.
Written By Belladonna
Oct. 28, 2017, 12:48 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Mia
I highly appreciate the Countess's aid in seeing to the wound of my cousin. It was unfortunate that my House's healer was detained at the last moment and was unable to attend, but we were blessed in having someone on hand that could tend to wounds. House Pravus is grateful for her aid.
Written By Clover
Oct. 28, 2017, 12:33 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Disclaimer: Though I believe the pamphlets circulating the city are true-- please do not try to forge a mirror shield of your own and go fight a mythical creature that can turn you to stone with its gaze. Please, please do lots of thorough research before attempting to fight any mythical beast.
Written By Mia
Oct. 28, 2017, 12:25 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
The duel between Lady Stonewood's and Duchess Pravus' champions was just and well-fought. But given the wound taken and the sudden need for a healer, with none present who had greater skill than my meager experience mending injuries and stitching cuts, it is my very strong recommendation that one be present at any future contest between duelists. Something I would urge the population of Arx to consider, the next time that matters of honor must be settled with the spilling of blood.
Written By Arianna
Oct. 28, 2017, 12:03 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Belladonna
Most recently I offered some words which, despite my best intentions, offended a family of hard working people. It is with a sincere hand that I offer my apology to the Cullers and anyone else whom might have been upset by my words. The Sentinel's judgement isn't needed to acknowledge someone else's feelings and that will always be my stance when it comes to the emotional well being of the people.
In time I hope to make amends for my actions and to learn from my mistakes. Thank you for the opportunity to grow and move past this so graciously Duchess Pravus, without your words of wisdom on the matter perhaps I might not have chosen to reflect on my actions and find fault in myself.
In time I hope to make amends for my actions and to learn from my mistakes. Thank you for the opportunity to grow and move past this so graciously Duchess Pravus, without your words of wisdom on the matter perhaps I might not have chosen to reflect on my actions and find fault in myself.
Written By Joslyn
Oct. 28, 2017, 7:43 a.m.(6/23/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Isabetta
If you want your time to count, perhaps next time you might try completing the course? If it helps, the idea is to run through the course, and ring the gong, and you must go through each obstacle. If the gong does not ring, your time does not count. Before you start leveling accusations of cheating in the archives of Vellichor, you might instead begin training your body so that you might be capable of completing the gauntlet, Lady Isabetta.
Written By Esoka
Oct. 28, 2017, 12:44 a.m.(6/23/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Eithne
I had the pleasure of taking Mistress Eithne running - and climbing! I think it was beneficial. And I did not break her.
It grieves me that evil continues to lurk in the depths of the Gray Forest. I pray for the day when those forces are lifted from it, and I shall fight to make that day come. I intend to join the Grayson's scouting efforts into it soon, and we shall see what we can see. Until then? There remain trees on the outskirts where I can go to see the beauty of it, and I shall hold onto that.
It grieves me that evil continues to lurk in the depths of the Gray Forest. I pray for the day when those forces are lifted from it, and I shall fight to make that day come. I intend to join the Grayson's scouting efforts into it soon, and we shall see what we can see. Until then? There remain trees on the outskirts where I can go to see the beauty of it, and I shall hold onto that.
Written By Corban
Oct. 27, 2017, 11:34 p.m.(6/23/1007 AR)
In sparring, I remind myself, it is just as honorable to lose as to win. In losing, we learn about ourselves and our weaknesses and we better ourselves for the fights ahead against our true enemies.
That said, it is rather fun winning.
That said, it is rather fun winning.
Written By Alarissa
Oct. 27, 2017, 11:25 p.m.(6/23/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Marian
Princess Marian hits like a horse. I shall be feeling this for many days and likely be stared at while I continue my language lessons. Gods save me, woman, what do you -eat-?
Written By Mirari
Oct. 27, 2017, 11:24 p.m.(6/23/1007 AR)
Ugh. Some people's children.
Written By Clover
Oct. 27, 2017, 11:11 p.m.(6/23/1007 AR)
*A sketch of a strange, reptilian creature: but more like a lizard than say a dragon. A very large lizard, with a spiky back. It's teeth large, sharp, and wicked looking. Standing before the creature is a line of statues of men and women in soldiering garb: all frozen in different positions of either terror or battle-readiness. The creature glimmers blue-green. A single man stands before the basilisk not frozen; a shield brought up before his face shielding his gaze from the creature.*
I read a story, recently, from a pamphlet that has been circulating the city. Of a gallant Redrain Knight who went north to face a fearsome basilisk. The story says this nameless knight journeyed far into lands we would now consider Halfshav lands. The basilisk had been terrorizing a local settlement, causing miners to go missing, and otherwise to cause mayhem. So this Knight went to slay the beast... He carried with him a shield made of alaricite and all of all thing stygian: Some how fixed so that the shield's face was a mirror. He used this shield to save himself from the creature, which was stunned after looking into the mirror. And the knight was able to severe the head from the creature's body.
The tale ends there and I'm very curious to know: Did the men and women who had been turned to stone return to life? Or were they lost forever...
Perhaps there is, somewhere in the city, another pamphlet that has the answers?
I read a story, recently, from a pamphlet that has been circulating the city. Of a gallant Redrain Knight who went north to face a fearsome basilisk. The story says this nameless knight journeyed far into lands we would now consider Halfshav lands. The basilisk had been terrorizing a local settlement, causing miners to go missing, and otherwise to cause mayhem. So this Knight went to slay the beast... He carried with him a shield made of alaricite and all of all thing stygian: Some how fixed so that the shield's face was a mirror. He used this shield to save himself from the creature, which was stunned after looking into the mirror. And the knight was able to severe the head from the creature's body.
The tale ends there and I'm very curious to know: Did the men and women who had been turned to stone return to life? Or were they lost forever...
Perhaps there is, somewhere in the city, another pamphlet that has the answers?
Written By Aiden
Oct. 27, 2017, 7:56 p.m.(6/23/1007 AR)
Princess Reese, my cousin, has entrusted me with the position of Commander to our Grayson Archery units. My cousin has great faith in me. I will endeavour to give this position as much attention as the Officiator of the Menagerie and the House Minister of Upkeep. With the right people beside me, I know I can bring honor to the House, King, and Realm through this service.
Written By Mae
Oct. 27, 2017, 4:29 p.m.(6/22/1007 AR)
I wanted to write about greed. I've been dealing with a lot of it lately. I wanted to reflect on what amount of greed is healthy, and at what point greed turns to avarice. But then, just yesterday, I walked past the Shrine of Gild. It says it right there, right in front of the Shrine, on the paving stones: Avarice Builds Cities.
Sometimes the answers really are right in front of us.
Sometimes the answers really are right in front of us.
Written By Isabetta
Oct. 27, 2017, 1:48 p.m.(6/22/1007 AR)
Today I almost threw down my gauntlet.
It was a friend and so I had more pause than I may have had otherwise and sure it would not have meant our friendship were over.
Some slights however simply demand satisfaction.
I feel lucky it did not come to that, it would of certainly been a lot of hassle.
It was a friend and so I had more pause than I may have had otherwise and sure it would not have meant our friendship were over.
Some slights however simply demand satisfaction.
I feel lucky it did not come to that, it would of certainly been a lot of hassle.
Written By Fergus
Oct. 27, 2017, 11:54 a.m.(6/22/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Alarissa
Oh, get the fuck over yourself already.
I need to pick up my eyes after rolling them so fucking hard.
I need to pick up my eyes after rolling them so fucking hard.
Written By Belladonna
Oct. 27, 2017, 11:33 a.m.(6/22/1007 AR)
There are some things that we all know, say, acknowledge. Do we understand them? I do not think that we usually do. It is not easy for someone in my position (not easy in the sense that certain mathematical calculations are not easy, rather than a complaint of life's ease) to understand what it is like to stand on the other side of my desk. Know and acknowledge? Certainly. Understand? No, not so much. It is rare that I am afforded such an insight, and I find it incredibly valuable.
Do those that I value know that I value them? I say the words, but I ((crossed out, but not so well it cannot be seen: suspect I may)) have been negligent in making it known through my actions. Not in all cases, but in at least several that I can think of. This needs addressing.
I hope that this lesson sticks.
Do those that I value know that I value them? I say the words, but I ((crossed out, but not so well it cannot be seen: suspect I may)) have been negligent in making it known through my actions. Not in all cases, but in at least several that I can think of. This needs addressing.
I hope that this lesson sticks.
Written By Alarissa
Oct. 26, 2017, 11:17 p.m.(6/21/1007 AR)
There are, in my experience, so many different kinds of love. Some I know of in passing, others I have had the profound privilege of having experienced. It hurts, in as much as it can heal. It can be wielded like a weapon, or cast round your shoulders like a blanket. But one thing that I have come to know, is the one love, is not better or more treasured than another. It is simply, love of a different kind. I have lost some in some quarters, time and tide as they say. And I have gained in other quarters. I have learned that I can always love someone, even if I don't like them in that moment.
I have learned that to love another, I must first love myself. As selfish as that may seem.
I have learned a great deal in my short years in this turn. I don't know that I have ever had another turn, and if so, whether I would want the influence of knowing. But I know that I have been loved in the past. Deep and abiding. I am loved in the present, just as abiding. I will love in the future, many. Would that all who read this, know that they are loved. Deep. Abiding.
I have learned that to love another, I must first love myself. As selfish as that may seem.
I have learned a great deal in my short years in this turn. I don't know that I have ever had another turn, and if so, whether I would want the influence of knowing. But I know that I have been loved in the past. Deep and abiding. I am loved in the present, just as abiding. I will love in the future, many. Would that all who read this, know that they are loved. Deep. Abiding.
Written By Lucita
Oct. 26, 2017, 11:02 p.m.(6/21/1007 AR)
The Merchant's Assembly that Princess Jaenelle and I organized had a nice turnout and a nice mix of traders, mercenary guards, and craftsmen. It makes a good network base for inter-house trading plus learned of some new craftsmen I may well be using some time in the future!
Written By Victus
Oct. 26, 2017, 10:59 p.m.(6/21/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Alis
Very well, Princess. That's all I needed to hear.
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