Written By Romulius
Oct. 9, 2020, 10:18 p.m.(3/4/1014 AR)
I don't suppose I've ever taken to Arx the way that my siblings have - I loathe to make landfall here and give up the sea once more. With civil war in the Isles becoming closer to a reality, my hand is forced. I have to help Blackshore make preparations for the war to come.
Written By Piccola
Oct. 9, 2020, 9:11 p.m.(3/4/1014 AR)
Everything can collapse.
Houses, bodies, and armies collapse when their rhythm becomes disrupted.
In large-scale strategy, when the enemy starts to collapse you must pursue him without letting the chance go. If you fail to take advantage of your enemies' collapse, they may recover. Crush them utterly.
Honor a noble surrender, but know when a surrender is truly noble.
Everything can collapse.
Houses, bodies, and armies collapse when their rhythm becomes disrupted.
In large-scale strategy, when the enemy starts to collapse you must pursue him without letting the chance go. If you fail to take advantage of your enemies' collapse, they may recover. Crush them utterly.
Honor a noble surrender, but know when a surrender is truly noble.
Everything can collapse.
Written By Valerius
Oct. 9, 2020, 5:33 p.m.(3/4/1014 AR)
You tell me that the cold will go away and spring is on its way.
Can we just go back to the island?
Can we just go back to the island?
Written By Mabelle
Oct. 9, 2020, 3:42 p.m.(3/4/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Porter
Blackberry tarts.
Got thirteen.
Ate a dozen.
Shared one.
Delicious.
Got thirteen.
Ate a dozen.
Shared one.
Delicious.
Written By Adrienne
Oct. 9, 2020, 10:09 a.m.(3/3/1014 AR)
To what I am certain is House Pravus's regret, I bring no particular aptitude for galas and revelry. Yet what I have seen (and tasted) of the bustling preparations for the wedding promises it will be an extraordinary day - and for many a recovery-filled morning after.
To you many working so tirelessly today, from flowers to bakers, tailors to bards: you are seen, and you will be remembered. You have my word.
Tomorrow, I marry. The First Choice made possible what Limerance will sanctify. And yet: I could no more do this alone than I could plan this banquet. If you have intentions for prayers, Reader, I'd be honored to include them in my own at this time. Send word.
To you many working so tirelessly today, from flowers to bakers, tailors to bards: you are seen, and you will be remembered. You have my word.
Tomorrow, I marry. The First Choice made possible what Limerance will sanctify. And yet: I could no more do this alone than I could plan this banquet. If you have intentions for prayers, Reader, I'd be honored to include them in my own at this time. Send word.
Written By Tanith
Oct. 9, 2020, 10:07 a.m.(3/3/1014 AR)
I've never had a problem sharing my pie or my tarts, but I do save the best for my loves. Sharing feels great, but I enjoy making those dearest to me feel special. And I hope they do.
Written By Porter
Oct. 9, 2020, 9:17 a.m.(3/3/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Tanith
I had something that I really planned on putting to paper this morning. But then I made TRAGIC MISTAKE of reading the journals of my friends and suddenly all I want to do is eat blackberry tarts.
I'm so hungry now.
I'm so hungry now.
Written By Tanith
Oct. 9, 2020, 8:52 a.m.(3/3/1014 AR)
Three fingers are stained purple.
Worth it.
Worth it.
Written By Michael
Oct. 9, 2020, 4:34 a.m.(3/3/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Aiden
Hes a fool, hes a scamp, he loves all birds in hats! And a crow's fart makes him squee out in glee
Written By Raymesin
Oct. 9, 2020, 3:02 a.m.(3/3/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Tanith
My wife is the most wonderful woman in Arvum, Scholar. I got home to find a baker's dozen of blackberry tarts. Fresh, perfect, blackberry tarts, and a note that said they were mine to eat as I wished.
A perfect crust with a hint of crunch; a gooey centre, still warm from the oven, moist and ripe with promise.
No, I didn't scoff the lot. I had one, and then there were four left for each of us. That's how I wished to eat them. In company, with the people I love.
Eh? Oh, the Salacious Baker, down in the Lowers. Best bakery in Arx, and I'm not just saying that because I married the baker. Delivery? Probably, let me know what you and yours'd like and I'll get it sent up. That writing is hungry work.
A perfect crust with a hint of crunch; a gooey centre, still warm from the oven, moist and ripe with promise.
No, I didn't scoff the lot. I had one, and then there were four left for each of us. That's how I wished to eat them. In company, with the people I love.
Eh? Oh, the Salacious Baker, down in the Lowers. Best bakery in Arx, and I'm not just saying that because I married the baker. Delivery? Probably, let me know what you and yours'd like and I'll get it sent up. That writing is hungry work.
Written By Monique
Oct. 9, 2020, 2:19 a.m.(3/3/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Aiden
Your pain is my pain, my pain is your pain. It is nice to have someone who understands. It's also gratifying to see someone experience something for the first time. My very first Dreamer, I think.
Written By Valerius
Oct. 9, 2020, 12:52 a.m.(3/3/1014 AR)
I didn't see any tarts. Though made some lovely friends.
Written By Haakon
Oct. 8, 2020, 11:57 p.m.(3/2/1014 AR)
Piece of wisdom I heard once.. no idea where it came from, or who said it first.
Held that an enemy should be treated generously, or else destroyed utterly, as folk could seek revenge for wounds, but could take no revenge from a death blow.
The former course could make friends of foemen, but also may leave a dire foe with a knife to bury in your throat. The latter course could see entire houses razed to ash and bloodlines cut. It's the curse of judgement that such choices can't oft be made more than once.
Held that an enemy should be treated generously, or else destroyed utterly, as folk could seek revenge for wounds, but could take no revenge from a death blow.
The former course could make friends of foemen, but also may leave a dire foe with a knife to bury in your throat. The latter course could see entire houses razed to ash and bloodlines cut. It's the curse of judgement that such choices can't oft be made more than once.
Written By Svana
Oct. 8, 2020, 11:05 p.m.(3/2/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Tanith
As it turns out, everyone was in fact talking about real tarts. Real blackberry tarts. I didn't think they weren't but I did beg some off of Tanith and it was worth it. I should give her some money, but I forgot in the midst of my pregnancy cravings.
Thirteen warm, fresh pastries delivered straight to me, which I promptly ate in Anisha's pantry without telling anyone except Tanith. Until now.
Just mommy's treat. No sharing with babies, no sharing with Asher, no sharing with a girlfriend, though I did have to give one to Bryn as a pay off because she saw me go in there with them.
It was glorious.
Now I do not want anything blackberry filled or stuffed for the rest of the winter, thank you.
Thirteen warm, fresh pastries delivered straight to me, which I promptly ate in Anisha's pantry without telling anyone except Tanith. Until now.
Just mommy's treat. No sharing with babies, no sharing with Asher, no sharing with a girlfriend, though I did have to give one to Bryn as a pay off because she saw me go in there with them.
It was glorious.
Now I do not want anything blackberry filled or stuffed for the rest of the winter, thank you.
Written By Medeia
Oct. 8, 2020, 8:14 p.m.(3/2/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Haakon
Do correct me if I am wrong, but what I believe you are saying is that you believe I am capable of leading an invasion of a barony. The same could be said of you.
Written By Tanith
Oct. 8, 2020, 4:10 p.m.(3/2/1014 AR)
Harlequin of the Mother and the Queen's Blade.
Beginnings and-
Well.
Sometimes.
Beginnings and-
Well.
Sometimes.
Written By Esme
Oct. 8, 2020, 3:05 p.m.(3/2/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Thea
In those moments, I always look for the middle path. You are the navigator of your destiny and your truth. You can put your footfalls where you desire for what you desire.
Written By Haakon
Oct. 8, 2020, 1:44 p.m.(3/2/1014 AR)
I've seen galleys with fewer hands on board than the Saik 'dinner party'. Courtiers and socialites could invade a damned barony without much more work or expense than what goes into preparing such events.
All so folk can fill a hall and talk to one body in every ten present which they might not know.
It were pleasant enough, I'm not complaining.
But what the bloody fuck?
While I'm on it, the Arvani custom of dancing in pairs puzzles me. Seems selfish.
All so folk can fill a hall and talk to one body in every ten present which they might not know.
It were pleasant enough, I'm not complaining.
But what the bloody fuck?
While I'm on it, the Arvani custom of dancing in pairs puzzles me. Seems selfish.
Written By Tanith
Oct. 8, 2020, 12:58 p.m.(3/2/1014 AR)
Everyone seems to be craving blackberry tarts! Is it the season or suggestion?
Written By Neve
Oct. 8, 2020, 10:26 a.m.(3/1/1014 AR)
Relationship Note on Talwyn
I've witnessed the power of his lute, and it can be a terrifyingly effective thing. The power of song can bring much merriment - and his ability to twist bottoms, with pies, with people of drunkness status - is something I find awe-inspiring.
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