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Written By Luca

April 2, 2017, 2:36 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

My collection of bringer skulls is pretty, but not big enough. I do so very much enjoy expanding it though. And yes, I say this, even knowing I will likely start receiving more angry letters now about inappropriate behaviour, though I somehow doubt I'll get raked over the coals for taking glee in this particular sort of slaughter. Then again, never underestimate the ability for people to get upset over things. Anyone care for a debate about Bringers rights to life?

Written By Abbas

April 2, 2017, 1:26 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

I dream at night. The men are ready and while I wish not for foul things in war. I have the harpoons lashed to the decks. The barrels ready. The men who taste for a gloried death have anointed to their chosen fate. Every ship in the fleet waits with impatience but none more so than I.

Somewhere out there the eye lingers. And somewhere I shall hunt it and I shall take it as my prize. The horror shall sleep.

"Towards thee I roll, thou all-destroying but unconquering kraken; to the last I grapple with thee; from hell’s heart I stab at thee; for hate’s sake I spit my last breath at thee."

Written By Deva

April 2, 2017, 1:25 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

I'm sure I'll never make a shot like that again in my lifetime, but -damn- did it feel good to stick an arrow in a herald's eye. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't proud of being able to do so from the ramparts as the siege first arrived. In the grand scheme of things, I know one shot won't be what makes the difference. Most of all, I look forward to the moment he crumbles under our collective efforts. We are all capable of more than we ever expected when everything is on the line. My world may be shaken as of late, but my faith in our people remains steadfast.

Written By Anze

April 2, 2017, 1:22 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

Been a lot of talk and a lot of thinking about gardens recently it seems like.

I think most people would consider the difference in gardens being ones that are raised for aesthetic value and ones raised for food.

I think that the real difference should be between those that are crafted and those that are allowed to live on their own. The shrine of Lagoma and the Stone Grove are both places where the plants have been allowed to take their own path, and that is far more interesting than the carefully crafted rows and placements of those gardens made for lords and ladies who want to look at pretty things and ignore what they really are supposed to symbolize.

Written By Rymarr

April 2, 2017, 1:18 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

I have often wondered whether the Vellichoran scribes operate with a skeleton crew throughout much of the week, but reinforce their numbers every seven days to handle the dramatic influx of journal deliveries. I will have to make a few inquiries to appease my curiosity.





P.S. Future reader in decades or centuries ahead, do not believe that the Vellichoran scribes were actually skeletons. It is a figure of speech. Thank you.

Written By Abbas

April 2, 2017, 1:17 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

War comes to Arx. And I look from the balcony window with an eye to the port. I must confess I care little about this war besides the glory of my brethren who must unfortunately miss the death and rather Thraxian war that will take place in the Salt.

So long as the port remains open my time shall be spent killing Gyre. With luck they won't let Arx get sacked while I spread fear in the deep.

Written By Rymarr

April 2, 2017, 1:11 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Tikva

Lady Tikva possesses a youthful energy that is refreshing during a siege. No doubt that energy is what gives her the motivation to perform the duties which she does. She cares a great deal and finds the tales of others refreshing, which in many cases I would find to be intrusive and altogether unwelcome. When she asks however it seems out of genuine curiosity rather than some attempt at gathering information for her own uses. I look forward to learning more of her and the Riven's in general. Aside from her personality she is apparently a scout of some sort, which is a decidedly dangerous role from a military standpoint due to so often being separate of a larger military force and often rather close to, or even behind, enemy lines.

I'll pray to the gods for her continued safety.

Written By Sparte

April 2, 2017, 1:07 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Luca

Luca took a liking to me for reasons I'll never really understand, but I like him as well. We have very little in common on most days, but his guidance in the art of not being where people who don't like us are aiming has probably saved my life several times over. I've even managed to save his life, though that was just the right place at the right time. I'd say he is a good man but he'll likely read this, and might take offense. I am fortunate to know you, Frog Prince.

Written By Sparte

April 2, 2017, 1:04 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Luca

The Frog Prince

Written By Eleyna

April 2, 2017, 12:57 p.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Joscelin

As usual, the Guildmistress' work is absolutely exquisite. The latest piece I've commissioned was more for function than beauty, but, even in that, Mistress Joscelin has created a work of art.

I was also more than happy to support her efforts to supply the city's medical centers as well. I might not be able to do much, but if honey infused soap can do it, it seems a ridiculously small price to pay compared to the efforts of others.

Written By Armel

April 2, 2017, 11:47 a.m.(3/14/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Ann

I wandered into a bar, yelled at the staff, 'saved' a princess, kicked a bouncer, and got vomit on my shoes. Is...Is this what it's like being a normal young person? It is very strange, and I'm not sure if I like it or not. The fact that it was greatly amusing makes me wonder if I should be praying more.

Written By Lark

April 2, 2017, 11:09 a.m.(3/13/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Gisele

Having never met her in person -- maybe I did and don't remember -- I can spot her character straight off. A dutiful and compassionate young woman, set to do right by Arvum in her own gentle way. I was once like that.

Written By Lark

April 2, 2017, 11:04 a.m.(3/13/1006 AR)

Lord Mydas and Lord Karadoc have both been instrumental in establishing and organizing some of the foundational methods. Though much of our correspondence has been via messenger, no small portion is on subjects not many individuals could easily follow. Lord Mydas was recommended to me once in the past, though for a task of an entirely different nature. His talents were not unknown to me. Lord Karadoc's come as a pleasant surprise.

Written By Aiden

April 2, 2017, 5:11 a.m.(3/13/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Ailys

She always tends my wounds, those that people can see, and those that people cannot.
Without her I would feel too much that I shouldn't.
She always knows to bring tea. I love tea. She knows I don't like wine. Wine and things that make my stomach turn in knots.
Like wine.

I could not be who I am without my sister.

Written By Aiden

April 2, 2017, 5:01 a.m.(3/13/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Silas

Generous man. Loyal and reliable. Also, he had deep enough concern about my safety to fashion me armor and a bow.
He asked nothing in return for it. He wanted me to feel safe.
Then he also gifted me a bird perch for Butler and my other birds to come.
Three gifts.
I don't know yet what to give him in return. I'm so bad at this, friend thing.

Silas is a steadfast friend to my brother, and maybe to me?

Written By Aiden

April 2, 2017, 4:52 a.m.(3/13/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Selene

She is a most wonderful... friend? I wish to call her a friend. She gave me a present, a most delightful gift!
A macaw parrot egg! So rare to have and mine to hatch out.
She also allows me to work at the Whisper House in her aviary, so I can be surrounded by what I love.

Selene is someone I want to be around.

Written By Aiden

April 2, 2017, 4:50 a.m.(3/13/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Ainsley

I'm content to know he is no longer sequestered in his room.
Maybe he can show me around the city and introduce me to his friends.
Maybe I'd be scared about that.
Still, there is nothing I wouldn't do for my big brother... except, wield a sword, kill someone, or eat meat.

As long as there is an Ainsley, there can be an Aiden.

Written By Reese

April 2, 2017, 3:07 a.m.(3/13/1006 AR)

I have been quiet on the journals lately.

It is because I have had no words, but now they come.

Ainsley has returned to us and that gives me joy.

The Lady Tikva, a wash with life and hope, is good company for him.

Prince Edain is suffering greatly at the lose of his troops, how can he not be?

I did well on the siege gate battle and yet well is not good enough.

We are besieged and so many perished.

But there is hope and Ainsley is back, so there is most certainly hope.

Prince Edain thanked me for saving Prince Tristram.

I am am sure the Valardin would have dome the same for me.

They are very brave. Princess Deva is amazing, that shot.

I was part of the group that rescued Duchess Bella.

I fought besides Tobias. I was honored too. We killed many bringers.

But there are more. So many more.

Prince Luca, Sparte, Leta, Lady Eirene, Lord Artorius provided a distraction to help get supplies into the city.

It went well. We killed many bringers. Sparte saved Prince Luca. He is quite the warrior, Sparte.

Written By Ann

April 2, 2017, 2:34 a.m.(3/13/1006 AR)

Document the fifth:

1 wild night

Words cannot describe. I met someone interested in reading the principles of forestry practices for maximizing timber harvests. Damn him.

Written By Vanora

April 1, 2017, 8:45 p.m.(3/12/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Driskell

I do not know him well at all, yet know all that I need to. Our paths have been drastically different, yet led us to the same place.

May he continue to embrace the Darkness in order to know the light. May his reflection shine true. May He bless him, this man of Thrax, as he deserves to be.

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