Written By Martino
Oct. 11, 2020, 4:04 p.m.(3/8/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Medeia
My thanks, truly, for taking our sweet Lady Arsenia for a few days and gracing the Lady Kaia and I some time to entertain.
Written By Akamos
Oct. 11, 2020, 3:40 p.m.(3/8/1014 AR)
I went to the soiree, let me tell you, the food was amazing. I've stuffed myself. They were all playing games I didn't rightly understand, and I did a terrible job introducing myself, there are so many more people here than I'm used to. Anyways, if I keep practicing I might get better. And the coin and box were pretty cool too.
Written By Miska
Oct. 11, 2020, 3:39 p.m.(3/8/1014 AR)
These past weeks have taken a turn I could not have dreamed of. I have not found my family, though I know they exist. What I have found are those willing to help me grow into someone better accepted by the society of Arx and stand out less. Stand out less in the areas where I wish to. I will not give up some of what I have from before, like the style of my clothing. That has been mine for three decades.
I have taken on an apprenticeship at Whisper House. I don't know if it's fully the right path for me, but they have all been welcoming and for now it is my choice.
My choice.
Such a weird thing to right. Or even think.
I have taken on an apprenticeship at Whisper House. I don't know if it's fully the right path for me, but they have all been welcoming and for now it is my choice.
My choice.
Such a weird thing to right. Or even think.
Written By Kastelon
Oct. 11, 2020, 3:01 p.m.(3/8/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Valencia
I cannot help but notice how often Resolute and I end up over at Princess Valencia's Golden Hart. It's not just a matter perhaps of finding a comfortable place that's out of the horrid wind that howls through the city streets in the depths of winter, or how it makes the snow get everywhere under one's cloak - it's the warmth and graciousness of her company, and the enjoyable conversation. Seeing how she makes all who come through her door feel welcome, and tries to best meet the needs of those under her roof, and seeing the joy on her face each and every time said guests are delighted.
This world would be a far better place, were there more people like her highness within it.
This world would be a far better place, were there more people like her highness within it.
Written By Talwyn
Oct. 11, 2020, 1:22 p.m.(3/8/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Iseulet
-- The Marquessa of Estroch --
She lies on the beach in the moonlight,
her eyes are sapphire like the water of her seas.
in the darkness they flash, shining bright,
she is lush, waiting to be explored and seen.
She sleeps on her island,
and stops being herself.
She is free of the land,
she dances, like a sylph.
The vastness of the sea reaches,
and flows through her hair.
It is the color of beaches,
so blonde and fair.
So far from her origin shores,
the sun rises and the moon descends.
She reaches for desire and something more,
And in visa versa, the cycle never ends.
She lies on the beach in the moonlight,
her eyes are sapphire like the water of her seas.
in the darkness they flash, shining bright,
she is lush, waiting to be explored and seen.
She sleeps on her island,
and stops being herself.
She is free of the land,
she dances, like a sylph.
The vastness of the sea reaches,
and flows through her hair.
It is the color of beaches,
so blonde and fair.
So far from her origin shores,
the sun rises and the moon descends.
She reaches for desire and something more,
And in visa versa, the cycle never ends.
Written By Kiera
Oct. 11, 2020, 12:02 p.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
The new jade moon tea house is equisite. I loved the carvings of the fatastical creatures. I can see myself spending a lot of time there, paticulary as I didn't even get the chance to see the garden. While the others enjoyed wine, princess Damiana and I were given spice infused juice. it gave me quite the eneergy boost and could become a habit which i don't think will do anything to curb my study obsession
Written By Piccola
Oct. 11, 2020, 11:26 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
Arvum belongs to the Gods, and we are but strangers and sojourners to them.
So it is that a refugee, fleeing the unfathomable familiarity of oppression and indignity, is as much a foreigner to the Compact as we are to the Gods. To them, our lives are but fleeting. To the stone, we are frail and soft; to the earth, limited; to the sea, weak; and to the wind, nothing. What matters to the Gods is faith; what should matter to us is respect for ours. We are the same; we present to the Gods as the same; and so long as they yield as the same are we kin in spirit.
Blood is blood; bone is bone.
So it is that a refugee, fleeing the unfathomable familiarity of oppression and indignity, is as much a foreigner to the Compact as we are to the Gods. To them, our lives are but fleeting. To the stone, we are frail and soft; to the earth, limited; to the sea, weak; and to the wind, nothing. What matters to the Gods is faith; what should matter to us is respect for ours. We are the same; we present to the Gods as the same; and so long as they yield as the same are we kin in spirit.
Blood is blood; bone is bone.
Written By Kastelon
Oct. 11, 2020, 10:52 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
The snow continues to come down without respite. As I've told others: the weather itself hardly offends me, but it's the wind down the streets of the city that leaves Resolute and me pining for summer. Even with the likelihood of what greater difficulties are waiting with the turn of the weather, I can't help but long for the end of this interminable snowfall.
Written By Thea
Oct. 11, 2020, 10:47 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Desma
My cousin is home! And it's like listening to myself when I first arrived in the city. But oh cousin dear, you just wait in see. You just wait!
I'm so glad you're here. I can't wait to see how far you've come in your training, to test it. To test your boundaries. Maybe even teach you what my brother doesn't. And to have a few drinks and catch up. That comes first. We have a lot of catching up to do. The amount we DID do, just wasn't enough!
I'm so glad you're here. I can't wait to see how far you've come in your training, to test it. To test your boundaries. Maybe even teach you what my brother doesn't. And to have a few drinks and catch up. That comes first. We have a lot of catching up to do. The amount we DID do, just wasn't enough!
Written By Amari
Oct. 11, 2020, 10:04 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
Who doesn't like a sleigh ride on a crisp night with someone you haven't spent nearly enough time with of late?
The stars always shine brighter in the cold and there's nothing quite so starkly beautiful as ice limned branches sparkling softly in the silver light of a full winter moon.
The stars always shine brighter in the cold and there's nothing quite so starkly beautiful as ice limned branches sparkling softly in the silver light of a full winter moon.
Written By Gwenys
Oct. 11, 2020, 10:01 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Damiana
I heeded the summons of the Valardin to fight in this war, but I would be very remiss of me not to make it clear I had much of a personal stake in coming to the city of Arx, that being my sisters. Only Vellichor knows what Emma has been doing, and when Limerance will return her to us, but in the meantime I have much catch up to do with you.
A sword is nothing without the hand that guides it. That is how I feel about us. I know we are made better together, and I will always lay any of my victories in the battlefield at your feet, where they should be. I needed my time in the Northlands, but I feel more complete now.
A sword is nothing without the hand that guides it. That is how I feel about us. I know we are made better together, and I will always lay any of my victories in the battlefield at your feet, where they should be. I needed my time in the Northlands, but I feel more complete now.
Written By Sedna
Oct. 11, 2020, 9:59 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Baldessare
I'm grateful to my patron. His generosity has helped me procure space in which to create and all else I could want in order to succeed. I can't say that I felt any particular way about House Velenosa prior to Prince Baldessare's presence in my life. Now, their words and colors elicit feelings of friendship, fondness, and gratitude.
Written By Gwenys
Oct. 11, 2020, 9:50 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Kara
For someone who does not fancy nobility, you behave quite gallantly yourself. I do not know if this is an insult to you, but you have a noble heart, and that is what matters the most. That is all that matters in the very end.
Written By Sedna
Oct. 11, 2020, 9:42 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Gehenna
There's a distance between we Redreef cousins. Many of us are connected only by a great grandfather far too dead now to sufficiently bridge the gap. I can't say I ever even met the man. That's why Gehenna's arrival in Arx has been a comfort. We're of similar mind in certain respects only she seems so much more capable. When she's managed to stay dry, that is.
Written By Patrizio
Oct. 11, 2020, 9:01 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
Words truly cannot express.
My cousin Sebastian's wedding last night was incredible, beyond any real means for me to put words to it. I can only but thank the gods that I was fortuitous enough to arrive in Arx in time for the wedding so that I could take part and celebrate with him and his lovely bride.
This is a family to which I am so proud to belong and continuously awestruck at being warmly accepted by as one of them - may I bring them as much joy and honour as they give to me.
My cousin Sebastian's wedding last night was incredible, beyond any real means for me to put words to it. I can only but thank the gods that I was fortuitous enough to arrive in Arx in time for the wedding so that I could take part and celebrate with him and his lovely bride.
This is a family to which I am so proud to belong and continuously awestruck at being warmly accepted by as one of them - may I bring them as much joy and honour as they give to me.
Written By Dusa
Oct. 11, 2020, 8:19 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
How is one to deal with loss?
To allow time to grow over with moss,
To temper against a glowing flame.
To lose one's self in endless rage,
To allow soft words to press against page,
Or allow self to be the focus of blame?
Perhaps a flurry of passion,
Taking to silence for a fashion,
It all returns to death's name.
To allow time to grow over with moss,
To temper against a glowing flame.
To lose one's self in endless rage,
To allow soft words to press against page,
Or allow self to be the focus of blame?
Perhaps a flurry of passion,
Taking to silence for a fashion,
It all returns to death's name.
Written By Maxen
Oct. 11, 2020, 7:02 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
I have had my first week in the city, I have found several solid bars, and people that drink in them. There's a certain something to this city though, something hiding under the veneer. I'll find it. Even if I have to drink myself to ruin. Yeah, that sounds like a good excuse.
Written By Evaristo
Oct. 11, 2020, 5:15 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
I've spent more time at the forge to make new jewelry lately, but also put up some popular designs that has sold well. It feels like people spend more money again, I can't keep up with demand. On the other hand, with winter here, I have more time to spend crafting.
I've caught up with some people too, and it's been nice to talk and share thoughts on things.
The upcoming balls are the talk of the town too, and maybe that's why my jewelry sell so fast? People are prepping for it.
I've caught up with some people too, and it's been nice to talk and share thoughts on things.
The upcoming balls are the talk of the town too, and maybe that's why my jewelry sell so fast? People are prepping for it.
Written By Rowynna
Oct. 11, 2020, 2:42 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
The first Blackshore Social Soiree approaches, and I view it with a mixture of anticipation and nerves. I've never found large gatherings easy, and I'm quite sure that I'll find myself on the edge of conversations present, but only just. A social butterfly I am not.
Perhaps I'll slip off somewhere quiet at an opportune moment.
Perhaps I'll slip off somewhere quiet at an opportune moment.
Written By Desma
Oct. 11, 2020, 2:33 a.m.(3/7/1014 AR)
Here I am in Arx. Well and good.
On the recommendation of a dockhand who helped me ashore with my belongings, I immediately sought out Brother Felix Meadson. He put the keenest edge to my blade that it feels quite new again.
I've a good feeling about Arx. Now to meet with my cousin.
On the recommendation of a dockhand who helped me ashore with my belongings, I immediately sought out Brother Felix Meadson. He put the keenest edge to my blade that it feels quite new again.
I've a good feeling about Arx. Now to meet with my cousin.
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