Written By Lianne
Jan. 20, 2017, 8:20 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Sigurd
Wolf. You kept your smile while humoring my curiosity. You provided unexpected perspective which I carry with me still. You shamelessly used your friend in a bid for my attention. You heard me when I had no words and answered in kind. You gave me a sliver of your shame when I needed a shield. You showed me light when I was filled with darkness. You have proven yourself--repeatedly--a gentleman, a warrior, a leader. You have answered my every challenge. You have captured my attention. You *should* be afraid.
Written By Merek
Jan. 20, 2017, 7:23 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Valencia
Perhaps the most fun-loving Princess I've ever met, not that I have met too many. One who is a shining example of what people should strive for.
Written By Merek
Jan. 20, 2017, 6:45 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Rose, I know it has been a while. What is it now... Five years since you left us? I wish you were still here, but... You have your place in Elysia. I love you, and I wish you the best. I will do all my best to keep to what you'd have wished from me, and fighting for what is right.
Written By Merek
Jan. 20, 2017, 4:40 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
It has been a couple weeks since I have arrived, or it feels like it, perhaps just one. Lady Bianca has taught me more about what is happening, and I've come to admire her. Princess Valencia remains a nice companion of talk. And Lord Sigurd seems to be an honorable warrior. While I've made no true friends as of the moment, with my few acquaintances so above the station which I hold, it is nice to know that I'm welcomed by some.
I know my place, though this doesn't mean it feels any less... Sad, to be seen as just another face in the crowd by most. Commoners smile, and nod, nobles for the most part, seem to ignore my existence, or when acknowledging it, see me for something else. One Prince even took issue with my necklace pendant. I find it a respect to the Pantheon to wear it. But it seems there is more to it than that. Well, that is all which I have to write for the night. I hope to make new friends of my own station while I am here, and open up a shop.
I know my place, though this doesn't mean it feels any less... Sad, to be seen as just another face in the crowd by most. Commoners smile, and nod, nobles for the most part, seem to ignore my existence, or when acknowledging it, see me for something else. One Prince even took issue with my necklace pendant. I find it a respect to the Pantheon to wear it. But it seems there is more to it than that. Well, that is all which I have to write for the night. I hope to make new friends of my own station while I am here, and open up a shop.
Written By Merek
Jan. 20, 2017, 4:34 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Sigurd
A Nightgold Noble that seems to be quite skilled in the manner of combat. He seems a bit rough around the edges with his manners, but he also seems to be the kind of person that one should respect. Honorable, respectable. He's a bit different than I expect from a Redrain, but he is quite the interesting man to become acquainted with.
Written By Merek
Jan. 20, 2017, 4:32 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Valencia
Me and Valencia are fast becoming acquainted, at least as much as position allows. A free spirit as most Redrain are, and kind too. There is something about her that seems to be protective of those she cares about. I admire this. She would make a great friend, if I could ever actually call a noble friend.
Written By Merek
Jan. 20, 2017, 4:30 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Bianca
Me and Bianca have started to get along more. I think she is still sad about the memorial and what has happened, but, she seems to be cheering up a little bit. I think she is quite nice, and we share our interest in academics. We have even discussed possibly having me patroned, or being her research assistant. I would find that quite wonderful.
Written By Sigurd
Jan. 20, 2017, 4:29 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Lianne
How can I begin to explain Lianne?
I met her while on an interesting expedition near my lands, where she gushed over my wolf (yes, the direwolf, scholar, don't smirk like that). We did not find what we were looking for, but I came back to Arx with an interest and a desire to get to know this woman better every day.
She is a keen mind, certainly. She challenges me, and I do to her. She speaks with passion on that which interests her, she speaks with the subtle power and grace of her heritage, while maintaining an utterly calm and firm idea of who she is as a strong, independent woman. Her depths are like the oceans near her homeland, shimmering even in the dark, warm and yet dangerous in the extreme, if they are treated poorly. There is no end to the delights she has already shown me and will continue to in the future that we have set upon. I cannot envision my life without you, and would not wish to. You are your own woman, while still being my Light.
I am looking forward to the road before us, even if we know some of the destinations. The ones we do not fill me with hope and amusement and a bit of fear. And I would not have it any other way.
I met her while on an interesting expedition near my lands, where she gushed over my wolf (yes, the direwolf, scholar, don't smirk like that). We did not find what we were looking for, but I came back to Arx with an interest and a desire to get to know this woman better every day.
She is a keen mind, certainly. She challenges me, and I do to her. She speaks with passion on that which interests her, she speaks with the subtle power and grace of her heritage, while maintaining an utterly calm and firm idea of who she is as a strong, independent woman. Her depths are like the oceans near her homeland, shimmering even in the dark, warm and yet dangerous in the extreme, if they are treated poorly. There is no end to the delights she has already shown me and will continue to in the future that we have set upon. I cannot envision my life without you, and would not wish to. You are your own woman, while still being my Light.
I am looking forward to the road before us, even if we know some of the destinations. The ones we do not fill me with hope and amusement and a bit of fear. And I would not have it any other way.
Written By Cassius
Jan. 20, 2017, 2:02 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Anze
To the people of Arx:
I am but a Knight of Solace. I am not the Archlector of Gild nor a Seraph, nor even Godsworn, but I have dedicated the past seven years of my life to honoring Gild's message. I recite, as do all my fellow Knights, the oath we have all taken regularly:
We of the Knights of Solace are as much travelers as the pilgrims that we guard. The goddess Gild lights our path, and we journey as directed. We travel roads that lead to the wounded and defenseless, crying out for succor. We travel roads that lead to the destitute, in need of Gild's charity. We travel every road and every path in need of guardians to push back the darkness of Arvum's wild places, and bring prosperity to the Compact. We are travelers on roads without end.
It was with those words in mind that I went to the Shrine of Gild to seek out Prince Anze Redrain.
When I found the prince, I did not find a trace of ego. I did not find a man scorned. Likewise, I did not find a man weeping and lamenting his lot in life. There was nothing to Anze that I could find besides his dignified remorse and his commitment to the Compact. Through our conversation, where I took it upon myself to begin his lessons on the goddess Gild, I could see so clearly that this was a man who was dedicated to fixing the mistake he made. A man that is dedicated to the Compact, to Arx, and to Avrum.
I realize damage that is done cannot be truly undone. I realize the damage done is vast. But to any and all who wish to know of Prince Anze Redrain, know that we have a good man who means to do all he might to aid each and every one of us. While Prince Darren has ordered a year of Prince Anze's time, I have no doubt in my heart the Compact will receive a lifetime of it. This man is a traveler on roads without end.
While I write thoughtful words, I will also beg any and all that read this to consider the Tale of Prince Anze. Consider your words strongly before you write them. Speak them to the Gods, to the Spirits, to your friends, before you commit them to paper.
Lord Cassius Nightgold, KoS
I am but a Knight of Solace. I am not the Archlector of Gild nor a Seraph, nor even Godsworn, but I have dedicated the past seven years of my life to honoring Gild's message. I recite, as do all my fellow Knights, the oath we have all taken regularly:
We of the Knights of Solace are as much travelers as the pilgrims that we guard. The goddess Gild lights our path, and we journey as directed. We travel roads that lead to the wounded and defenseless, crying out for succor. We travel roads that lead to the destitute, in need of Gild's charity. We travel every road and every path in need of guardians to push back the darkness of Arvum's wild places, and bring prosperity to the Compact. We are travelers on roads without end.
It was with those words in mind that I went to the Shrine of Gild to seek out Prince Anze Redrain.
When I found the prince, I did not find a trace of ego. I did not find a man scorned. Likewise, I did not find a man weeping and lamenting his lot in life. There was nothing to Anze that I could find besides his dignified remorse and his commitment to the Compact. Through our conversation, where I took it upon myself to begin his lessons on the goddess Gild, I could see so clearly that this was a man who was dedicated to fixing the mistake he made. A man that is dedicated to the Compact, to Arx, and to Avrum.
I realize damage that is done cannot be truly undone. I realize the damage done is vast. But to any and all who wish to know of Prince Anze Redrain, know that we have a good man who means to do all he might to aid each and every one of us. While Prince Darren has ordered a year of Prince Anze's time, I have no doubt in my heart the Compact will receive a lifetime of it. This man is a traveler on roads without end.
While I write thoughtful words, I will also beg any and all that read this to consider the Tale of Prince Anze. Consider your words strongly before you write them. Speak them to the Gods, to the Spirits, to your friends, before you commit them to paper.
Lord Cassius Nightgold, KoS
Written By Max
Jan. 20, 2017, 1:47 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Ianthe
Ain't nothing ever simple.
Like trying to swim up a goddamn waterfall at times.
Like trying to swim up a goddamn waterfall at times.
Written By Sophie
Jan. 20, 2017, 1:06 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
For all the horror that has befallen us, and for all the horror more that is yet to come -- and it /will/ come -- I take comfort in knowing that we have all been gifted an opportunity to grow stronger and evolve for the better, even though the conditions are agonizing and, in many respects, downright terrifying. I have faith in blessed Lagoma, Our Lady of Change, and in humanity to accept Her gift and put it to good use, to rise to the challenge to be the best versions of ourselves, so that we may inspire and empower others to likewise be so.
In recognizing our shortcomings, in being merciless in our assessment and then compassionate in our collective striving to do better and be better, we shall embody the virtues of the Gods, those noble ideals to which we all should aspire. We shall become the Bright Reflection that will set ourselves, the Compact, and the entirety of the world aglow with the healing warmth and light of blessed Lagoma.
May the Gods bless and keep us, and may we honor Them by better caring for ourselves and each other.
In recognizing our shortcomings, in being merciless in our assessment and then compassionate in our collective striving to do better and be better, we shall embody the virtues of the Gods, those noble ideals to which we all should aspire. We shall become the Bright Reflection that will set ourselves, the Compact, and the entirety of the world aglow with the healing warmth and light of blessed Lagoma.
May the Gods bless and keep us, and may we honor Them by better caring for ourselves and each other.
Written By Mirari
Jan. 20, 2017, 12:51 p.m.(9/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Laric
Prince-Inquisitor. Observant, clever. Scent preference: Midnight Grove.
Written By Magden
Jan. 20, 2017, 12:16 p.m.(9/17/1005 AR)
Give me a position -- show me where the ammunition is.
Written By Orazio
Jan. 20, 2017, 11:48 a.m.(9/17/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Max
While I am praising people for actions worthy of the rank they hold, allow me to draw attention to the actions of Count Maximilian Darkwater. Again, not a man who I have had much personal interaction with, but I cannot help but be impressed by the steps he has taken towards addressing the systemic injustices in his demesne. I have, and can have, nothing but praise for his recent proclamation regarding the abolition of hereditary sentences of thralldom in his County. The concept that a child must serve out a parent's sentence is contrary to the justice of the Sentinel, and it speaks of great character and courage on the part of Count Maximilian that he would recognize this, and more, do something about it, even though it will, inevitably, have negative consequences in the short term.
In the long term, I have every confidence that the gods will smile upon the just.
In the long term, I have every confidence that the gods will smile upon the just.
Written By Orazio
Jan. 20, 2017, 10:52 a.m.(9/17/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Anze
I should make it clear that I have rarely, if ever, met Prince Anze Redrain. I must also acknowledge that the apology issued by him recently is, I believe, mandated by his liege lord.
However, it is an apology worthy of a Prince. It does, perhaps, take a little too much of the responsibility for the incident - Prince Anze was hardly the only person to offer insult or a lack of hospitality, and had there not been a history of such behavior, I suspect that other solutions for the inciting incident could have been offered. It would be a shame if he becomes the whipping boy for the actions of the Regent Council and those whose unacknowledged and unaddressed disrespect encouraged his own.
That said - as amusing as it might be considering current political circumstances - based on this, I can only offer respect for Prince Anze's grace and integrity in accepting his mistake and its consequence. I am looking forward to his service with the Archlector of Gild, should it come to pass.
However, it is an apology worthy of a Prince. It does, perhaps, take a little too much of the responsibility for the incident - Prince Anze was hardly the only person to offer insult or a lack of hospitality, and had there not been a history of such behavior, I suspect that other solutions for the inciting incident could have been offered. It would be a shame if he becomes the whipping boy for the actions of the Regent Council and those whose unacknowledged and unaddressed disrespect encouraged his own.
That said - as amusing as it might be considering current political circumstances - based on this, I can only offer respect for Prince Anze's grace and integrity in accepting his mistake and its consequence. I am looking forward to his service with the Archlector of Gild, should it come to pass.
Written By Bethany
Jan. 20, 2017, 10:07 a.m.(9/17/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Jeremiah
That look - yes - that paused look where you forgot to blink, to breathe, to move.
Another word to reply and there was movement again, motion, and the drink and the conversation and it all resolved around us. Endings and Beginnings. Maybe I should --
(cypress and yew. myrtle and rosemary. tarragon and ivy.)
The same and different.
Another word to reply and there was movement again, motion, and the drink and the conversation and it all resolved around us. Endings and Beginnings. Maybe I should --
(cypress and yew. myrtle and rosemary. tarragon and ivy.)
The same and different.
Written By Esera
Jan. 20, 2017, 10 a.m.(9/17/1005 AR)
I ache.
Written By Fortunato
Jan. 20, 2017, 9:57 a.m.(9/17/1005 AR)
A pastel sketch. An aggressively bright-lit, friendly pastel sketch of kittens frolicking through high grass and drooping flowers. A couple of the kittens are on their backs, batting at low-hanging flowers. The edges are all a bit hard and sharp, though, as if drawn and overdrawn. At the base of the sketch, in looping, prettily written text (if still a bit heavily-pressed, easy on the ink there), "Caution and control doesn't mean inaction." A few little flowers are inked in on the end of the text. How nice, it's all very nice.
Written By Bethany
Jan. 20, 2017, 9:52 a.m.(9/17/1005 AR)
[ From the tea-shop of B. Mercier, proprietor: ]
You would expect the city to a look a little differently after -
- it doesn't.
(Gods and Spirits - the hangover.)
Not all changes can be seen. Felt? Certainly. That is hope.
You would expect the city to a look a little differently after -
- it doesn't.
(Gods and Spirits - the hangover.)
Not all changes can be seen. Felt? Certainly. That is hope.
Written By Calandra
Jan. 20, 2017, 8:24 a.m.(9/17/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Selene
The Radiant Whisper donated a jade necklace as a prize for the festival. It is so lovely and lucky.
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