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Written By Tikva

Oct. 17, 2017, 3:38 p.m.(6/2/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Aislin

No regrets!

I mean, maybe more water next time. I'm definitely glad I did not try to do any more work last night.

Written By Jack

Oct. 17, 2017, 1:58 p.m.(6/2/1007 AR)

This will mark my first journal entry written while in Arx. I have just arrived a few days ago, along with my liege lord, after a rather long trip around Arvum. The voyage was quite exciting, as we were able to make port in many fine Lycene cities along the way. The nobility there seems to live a life that I could rather enjoy - but then, would I want to live in a world where more people were like me? Where the rulers were more like me?

Almost surely not.

Upon arriving to Arx, I first presented myself to the Physicians Guild. Lady Eirene Malvici is a thing of beauty, both by appearance and temperament. At least, as far as bosses, coworkers, and physicians go. The sweet, dainty, and kind-hearted never last long. Not in this field. I also received a letter from the Mother Mercy Princess Sophie Valardin, with my induction into the guild, so I believe I've leave to call myself "doctor" within Arx. A blessing, that, as practicing without the support of the local guild is always a little difficult.

As for the rest of Arx: There are bars, and pubs, and taverns, and a lovely gambling house. The city is impossibly large, and I'm sure I'll end up lost more than occasionally. I've also noticed there is no dearth of beautiful people, men and women, glad in silk and gold. Is this normal? Is it simple fact that every beautiful woman left Westrock and came here?

Is there a god devoted to temperance? I should consult a seraph...

~ Dr. Jack Bathwater

Written By Sameera

Oct. 17, 2017, 11:31 a.m.(6/2/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Eirene

Just goats? The constant talk of animals is irritating to me.

Written By Aislin

Oct. 17, 2017, 11:17 a.m.(6/2/1007 AR)

I have my first hangover in quite a long time. How much did I /drink/ last night?

I don't even remember anything clearly after a certain point, except for the nagging sense I might've actually sent a few messengers. Depending on what those were, today might be interesting...

Written By Quenia

Oct. 17, 2017, 10:32 a.m.(6/2/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Belladonna

We would welcome any discourse you would like to have about our wines. Most favorably.

Written By Quenia

Oct. 17, 2017, 10:32 a.m.(6/2/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Belladonna

We would welcome any discourse you would like to have about our wines. Most favorably.

Written By Quenia

Oct. 17, 2017, 10:29 a.m.(6/2/1007 AR)

It is done. I've managed to schedule the concert House Igniseri will be hosting on a night where there are no other events. Lucita will be working on finding entertainment. If you are an entertainer and reading this, please feel free to reach out to my cousin. Everyone else - consider yourself invited, and feel free to bring a picnic basket for yourselves. We'll be serving stuffed olives and debuting yet more of our wines.

Houses with other wares they are known for are welcome to contact House Igniseri to potentially present them at the concert.

Now, to find the things we need to provide enough seating for everyone. And, perhaps, prettify our atrium just a bit more. One's work is never done.

Written By Eirene

Oct. 17, 2017, 10:23 a.m.(6/2/1007 AR)

Speaks volumes of me when I'd much rather be facing death in a frozen icy north where spring has no meaning than read ONE MORE GOAT-FUCKING JOURNAL ABOUT GOATS.

Written By Shae

Oct. 16, 2017, 8:42 p.m.(6/1/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Alis

You should have a perch (pretty much a saddle) made for him to rest upon and gaze out over all that he surveys and disdains. All the better to judge us from.

Plus, it is safer for his wings that way too. (We all know how insufferable he would be if we were to break any of his perfect feathers.) And he can come and go as he may, all the better to Vex us.

Written By Reigna

Oct. 16, 2017, 7:30 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Alis

You fill me with a sense of glee, dear Princess Alis. Sometimes, when I find myself blue, I think of something you said and I find myself smiling.

I will see if one of the Keaton leatherworkers might come up with something clever.

Written By Reigna

Oct. 16, 2017, 7:28 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

I have had the most spectacular last few days! The Spring Soiree was breathtaking, the Greenmarchers have a simply incredible Lodge and grounds and Lady Monique and Lord Corban turned it into a delight. I was so sad that I could not participate in the dancing or the games, but just being there lifted my spirits immensely. And the prizes! I am still struck with the fact that Kael won a dragonweep ring, and more so that the man offered it to me. I am willing to claim that I very well may have the grandest, most generous husband ever. (This is not a challenge, but in my eyes Kael is... everything, to me.)

I have been an avid admirer of the parties thrown by Princess Consort Alarissa and Lady Monique, and channeling them, I think I managed to throw a successful fete of my own! Kael's birthday was a large affair, certainly the largest party I've thrown thus far. And the goats appear to be quite popular! I myself have a little terror named Marigold. There are days when I consider a meal of mutton, especially when the little thing has gotten into my sewing. But her face is too charming and she does make me laugh everyday. Plus, she's nearly old enough to start milking and goat cheese is my favorite.

I have to admit though. I'm a little worried about my dear High Lord. Timmons is an uncanny thing and I can't say I liked the way he kept looking at Prince Edain. I am grateful that Princess Caelis has Karri to keep watch over the pair of them.

That is silly, I suppose. What real harm could one tiny goat do?

Written By Alis

Oct. 16, 2017, 7:08 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

A thought has just occurred to me, and I feel I must solicit opinions.

Timmons the Malicious Pygmy Goat, and Vex the Vexatious Pygmy Owl. I fear that if the two are ever in the same room, the manor may in fact implode from the sheer intensity of dual glares. But... BUT, it may just be worth it. I wonder if there is a leatherworker skilled enough to make a special satchel of sorts that Vex could sit in, and be toted around by Timmons.

Together, they could glare at everyone in Arx. It would be a thing of terror and beauty. But mostly terror.

Written By Leona

Oct. 16, 2017, 5:51 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Brianna

We did indeed have a marvelous time at the Spring Soiree, and I would not have been there with anyone else. Though I'll admit my tolerance for parties is much lower than I estimated before, this was an excellent choice for my limited willingness to go.

Written By Samantha

Oct. 16, 2017, 5:44 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

I confess that I am somewhat disappointed to have missed an opportunity to add a goat to our household catalog of animals, but Nara has a touch of fever and I want to stay with her. I hope those who attended the forum can forgive my absence; I understand that Princess Tikva did a marvelous job leading things. Some of the feedback has already come back to me, and I will be taking some action and making some changes.

Written By Alarissa

Oct. 16, 2017, 5:25 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

While I was fortunate enough to have snagged one of the more tamed goats within the corral at the Keatons natality affair, I am glad to say - Princess Eleyna, I know you look to my whites now and then - that it was promptly delivered to one who had recent married off his daughter and looked a little despondent over the quietness in his residence.

A goat, filled with ennui, I believe, would do just the trick and remind him that he is not alone.

Though, I admit, I give it likely 2 weeks before there is roast goat on his table. Princess Eleyna, make sure to have the recipe sent to the Grimhall's. The duke shall need it.

Written By Eleyna

Oct. 16, 2017, 4:17 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

Our chef at the Velenosa Estate has a wonderful recipe for roasted goat in a spicy sauce for when you all realize that you are keeping dinner as a pet.

Written By Rey

Oct. 16, 2017, 3:42 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

I'm only recently well enough to write this. I've been ill. They say that I had a fever and almost died, but I know that isn't true, because every night, I heard the stars singing to me through my bedroom window. They wouldn't have been singing so cheerfully if it was my time.

I don't remember much of what happened. They say I hit my head. I remember cold, and dark. I remember screams, and only some of them are mine as I scream into the night. I know which ones are mine because the others, the ones in the dark, those are cut short. The other screams are just echoes.

I felt the tower crack before it fell, and it felt like something was breaking inside of me, breaking like the breaking of a mirror, shattering me into a million pieces. There was a light in the distance, deep in the dark. Someone had been waiting for a very long time. Gleaming opulent riches, a gift beyond value, and someone took me into his arms, but it wasn't Count Tibault. Someone else was there. A king in my heart. A child with a sword. And the thunder... the waves. My mother looks down on me as the sea pulls me under, and she's singing, but then I realize that she's really just the m

Written By Eirene

Oct. 16, 2017, 2:32 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Ryhalt

As reported by Carissa:

As Dictacted: Tell him that's fine with me and I hope it doesn't fuck with his working for him.

As Sent: Your lorship, Duke Farshaw of Farshaw - thank you for the referral. Doctor Bathwater has been accepted to the Guild of Physicians on the basis of your referral and his experience as a qualified physician. I thank you for your swift reply and pray that his duties to the Guild will not interfere with his service in your household.

Sincerely, Lady Eirene Malvici, Guildmistress & Minister of Health

Written By Khanne

Oct. 16, 2017, 2:31 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

Just because Edain got one full of... something (some say evil), doesn't mean all goats are like that!

Okay, I did have to stop Champ from eating my gown at first, but, as long as he is provided with adequate, unending food sources of various sorts... and is kept away from things I don't wish to be eaten, he'll be a lovely little pet.

Written By Calarian

Oct. 16, 2017, 2:23 p.m.(5/28/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Edain

Thank you, your Grace, for your kind-hearted word of warning which I will take into consideration. I shall not buy a goat anymore and will cancel what ever orders I might've given to Philip. Rest assured, he shall be thankful to you -- and so I am.

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