Written By Caelis
Aug. 13, 2017, 3:18 p.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
I can't say I have ever savored sailing through a winter storm, but it is a relief to get back to what I do best after a winter of parties and gatherings. I do love being in my element and doing the work I have trained for. Not to say parties aren't delightful, but it matters little how nice I look in a dress really.
May your hopes find safe harbors.
May your hopes find safe harbors.
Written By Alis
Aug. 13, 2017, 2:38 p.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
I may have had to miss the Joust, but I am determined to watch the Melee. I look forward to seeing everyone compete, even If I would prefer to be right in on the action.
Written By Silas
Aug. 13, 2017, 2:19 p.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
I was the first one unhorsed in the joust, which was a little off-putting, but I hope to fare better in the upcoming Melee. It'll be huge!
One of Dash's brothers has found a great home, but there are still three puppies chewing on things in my manor. They only behave when Aiden is around!
One of Dash's brothers has found a great home, but there are still three puppies chewing on things in my manor. They only behave when Aiden is around!
Written By Rymarr
Aug. 13, 2017, 1:59 p.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Much like my wife and I, Princess Katarina and I sometimes have differing opinions. Similar to my wife and I though, we're able to have differing outlooks and opinions, while still respecting those of the other party. That is a good friendship. I prefer people who have their own opinions, rather than flock to the most popular opinion of the day.
This is why I respect her.
This is why I respect her.
Written By Cicero
Aug. 13, 2017, 1:52 p.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
A new endeavor.
a chance, perhaps, one overdue.
A proper reward
a chance, perhaps, one overdue.
A proper reward
Written By Reigna
Aug. 13, 2017, 1:37 p.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
Yesterday was filled with all manner of greatness. It is days like those that truly make me grateful to the gods for my lot in life. The day began in meeting Lord Wash Kennex, a romantic legend that I'd heard tale of all the way back in Apsfel Falls. As to what it was like to actually meet the man in the flesh, well, let us simply say that tales and truth are interesting bedfellows. That meeting turned to a late brunch, and while hosting him, the exquisite Lady Khanne Halfshav came for a visit. She is a shaman! I had never really had a chance to discuss what all that entails, but before we could get into it, it was time for the Jousting Finals at the Tournament of Roses.
The event was incredible, the competitors truly outdid themselves to the glory of Gloria and Limerance. That there were so many Valardin competing, AND that our own vassal, Sir Tarrant Moore made it to the last round was thrilling in the extreme. He has proven himself a brilliant sportsmen, demonstrating grace and good sportsmanship at every turn, I could not be prouder to call him vassal. Lady Jael also showed a remarkable gift and I could not be prouder to be HER vassal. And of course, the champion himself, Master Tristan... what can one say but how impressive he is! Princess Katarina, riding with Keaton's favor made such a good effort -- she inspires me to pledge that next year I will be on the lists myself!
After the Tournament we threw an impromptu feast for Sir Tarrant, and Lady Khanne regaled us all with what it means to be a shaman. There were so many interesting things being said I could barely keep it all separate when the final miracle of the night happened. I felt my baby moving within me for the first time. I admit, the first sensation made think I was about to shame myself in front of company, but when I put a hand over my stomach and I felt the movement again, my heart nearly stopped. I can only offer sincere apologies to those there for my abrupt flight, but I had to be alone with Kael to share the miracle with him.
The Littlest Keaton is moving. This is really happening. We are going to be parents.
I am the luckiest Arvan alive.
The event was incredible, the competitors truly outdid themselves to the glory of Gloria and Limerance. That there were so many Valardin competing, AND that our own vassal, Sir Tarrant Moore made it to the last round was thrilling in the extreme. He has proven himself a brilliant sportsmen, demonstrating grace and good sportsmanship at every turn, I could not be prouder to call him vassal. Lady Jael also showed a remarkable gift and I could not be prouder to be HER vassal. And of course, the champion himself, Master Tristan... what can one say but how impressive he is! Princess Katarina, riding with Keaton's favor made such a good effort -- she inspires me to pledge that next year I will be on the lists myself!
After the Tournament we threw an impromptu feast for Sir Tarrant, and Lady Khanne regaled us all with what it means to be a shaman. There were so many interesting things being said I could barely keep it all separate when the final miracle of the night happened. I felt my baby moving within me for the first time. I admit, the first sensation made think I was about to shame myself in front of company, but when I put a hand over my stomach and I felt the movement again, my heart nearly stopped. I can only offer sincere apologies to those there for my abrupt flight, but I had to be alone with Kael to share the miracle with him.
The Littlest Keaton is moving. This is really happening. We are going to be parents.
I am the luckiest Arvan alive.
Written By Kael
Aug. 13, 2017, 1:27 p.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Tarrant
Sir Tarrant Moore must be recognized for his performance at the Tournament of the Roses. This knight, unknown to us within Arx mere months ago, has come forward to make his claim as a contender. He has shown us what it means to put your whole heart into something. He acknowledged every opponent on the field with respect and took his defeat with good sportsmanship. Well done, Sir Tarrant! House Keaton is honored to count House Moore amongst its vassals.
Written By Jhond
Aug. 13, 2017, 1:12 p.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
Women. Devious things!
Its awesome.
Its awesome.
Written By Aureth
Aug. 13, 2017, 12:19 p.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
Many are writing journals about the renewal of the new year, and I honor that, for the change of seasons and Lagoma's grace, and for the new beginnings in your own lives that many of you are claiming or undertaking.
For myself, I am starting this first month off with a crushed foot courtesy of some entertaining hijinx involving an inconveniently placed ladder, a bucket of pitch, and two men carrying an entire sheet of plate glass through the street.
For myself, I am starting this first month off with a crushed foot courtesy of some entertaining hijinx involving an inconveniently placed ladder, a bucket of pitch, and two men carrying an entire sheet of plate glass through the street.
Written By Mailys
Aug. 13, 2017, 11 a.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Edward
An entertaining Lord. I enjoy his company. I need to convince him far more time with me is required.
Written By Mailys
Aug. 13, 2017, 10:59 a.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Mirari
Dire Mailys is the best Mirari. She does all the manual labour so I don't have too. I've gotten good at filling bottles with wine, though.
Written By Mailys
Aug. 13, 2017, 10:58 a.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
Readers,
This week has been a good week. At least I think so. I have exchanged messages with people about the possibility of a patron. The world is full of possibilities.
-Mailys
This week has been a good week. At least I think so. I have exchanged messages with people about the possibility of a patron. The world is full of possibilities.
-Mailys
Written By Sameera
Aug. 13, 2017, 10:57 a.m.(1/7/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Alaric
A difficult king. Learns well and is quite charming. Yes, yes, I can admit when someone has a trait like that. He's on the nicer side of things.
Written By Tessa
Aug. 13, 2017, 10:22 a.m.(1/6/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Tarrant
Darling readers,
I should like you to know one thing - My brother is the best big brother a girl could ever hope to have.
That is all
Lady Moore
I should like you to know one thing - My brother is the best big brother a girl could ever hope to have.
That is all
Lady Moore
Written By Quenia
Aug. 13, 2017, 10:12 a.m.(1/6/1007 AR)
I received my new hairpins from Mistress Sameera this week. They are blue, and steel, and pointy. They are also set with aquamarines, and go quite well with my outfit, as I had asked. She does excellent work. Did I mention they were pointy? I have decided to start wearing them with the new outfit I had commissioned by Mistress Petal. Blue and white is perfect for the winter season. I just need to remember to get a sturdier wardrobe with a sturdier lock, so the dogs do not destroy everything in it again.
Written By Quenia
Aug. 13, 2017, 10:09 a.m.(1/6/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Leta
I met Dame Leta Broadbent today, after hearing about her exploits in helping to save Vincere and Pietro from rotting on the field after they had died in the siege. I offered her the favor of House Igniseri for the melee in the Tournament of Roses, but Princess Seraphine had already offered favor. I withdrew it, not wanting to conflict with the Princess's favor.
However, I did offer her a like book akin to the favor being offered, for her service in helping to save my brother's bodies from rotting away. She wasn't comfortable for the offer, but I strongly feel that it will help me gain some closure over their deaths. I couldn't help them at their time of most need, I was powerless to do so, but this... this is within my power, and I do hope she claims it at some point.
However, I did offer her a like book akin to the favor being offered, for her service in helping to save my brother's bodies from rotting away. She wasn't comfortable for the offer, but I strongly feel that it will help me gain some closure over their deaths. I couldn't help them at their time of most need, I was powerless to do so, but this... this is within my power, and I do hope she claims it at some point.
Written By Leta
Aug. 13, 2017, 9:03 a.m.(1/6/1007 AR)
I almost forgot to write this down, Scholars. Cows eat grass and hay and such things. Folk squeeze the tits on a cow for milk, which can be for drinking or for making cheese and butter. Butter's made mostly by beating the milk a whole lot. Cheese I'm not rightly sure but I think you've got to put some bit of the cow in the milk and wait a while for the milk to dry.
That's about all I know on cows. I don't know if elves got an opinion on them or anything.
That's about all I know on cows. I don't know if elves got an opinion on them or anything.
Written By Leta
Aug. 13, 2017, 8:58 a.m.(1/6/1007 AR)
It is a new year. It has been for a few days but I haven't written anything in here since. So far it's going well enough, as years can go. Haven't been in any fights this year but I reckon I'll knock the rust off when I fight in the melee, and hopefully knock some folk out too before I get knocked out myself. Other than that, there is not much to tell that will matter for the Archives.
I feel like I should write more but I don't know what. I have a new ring from Mistress Sameera and it's right pretty.
Well, in case in years to come all the cows have vanished, such as what happened to some other beasts, I am writing this down for the Scholars. Cows have got four legs and they come in different colors and some of them got spots and some of them got horns. There's a lot of good eating in all parts of the cow. Also, their skin is good for leather.
I really don't know what to write. All is well.
I feel like I should write more but I don't know what. I have a new ring from Mistress Sameera and it's right pretty.
Well, in case in years to come all the cows have vanished, such as what happened to some other beasts, I am writing this down for the Scholars. Cows have got four legs and they come in different colors and some of them got spots and some of them got horns. There's a lot of good eating in all parts of the cow. Also, their skin is good for leather.
I really don't know what to write. All is well.
Written By Merek
Aug. 13, 2017, 6:27 a.m.(1/6/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
I met Vanora at the Shrine of the Thirteenth. She is quite an interesting person and has many insights about the Faith. I hope to speak more with her sometime about the faith and such things.
Written By Nicia
Aug. 13, 2017, 4:43 a.m.(1/6/1007 AR)
A new year....and spring draws closer each day.
Never before have I been looking so forward to spring. I have begun counting the days.
Never before have I been looking so forward to spring. I have begun counting the days.
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