Written By Porter
Aug. 16, 2020, 11:43 a.m.(11/8/1013 AR)
I took my vows yesterday. A lot of the process was an incredible blur. I remember feeling incredibly nervous and also surprised by the amount of people that were there. And then TREMENDOUS CRUSHING ANXIETY as a I realized they were going to be watching me the entire time. But Father Aureth was great and Grandmaster Jeffeth was equally as great so I ended up not flailing nearly as much as I thought I was going to.
And Aethan was there. Which meant probably more than I could possibly put into words.
I hope he appreciated me not laughing until well after he sat down.
But I lied. I'm not sorry about the hug at all.
And Aethan was there. Which meant probably more than I could possibly put into words.
I hope he appreciated me not laughing until well after he sat down.
But I lied. I'm not sorry about the hug at all.
Written By Porter
Aug. 16, 2020, 11:39 a.m.(11/8/1013 AR)
This has been an incredibly draining week. I feel as if I'm tired down to the very bones of my body.
But also good, in a way.
But also good, in a way.
Written By Thea
Aug. 16, 2020, 10:04 a.m.(11/7/1013 AR)
The long hours is absolutely nothing compared to what other are going through. I'm positive that we will work through this like we have everything else in the City.
Written By Evaristo
Aug. 16, 2020, 8:41 a.m.(11/7/1013 AR)
The festival of light by the Mazetti house, hosted by Lady Braith and Lord Thoren - what an amazing display! I laughed, cried and got quite tipsy and walked away from there with two amazing lanterns and a horse.
I won a horse. It's a very, very nice horse, and I got to learn how to ride now. I found a nice stable for him quite quickly not too far from my house, he'll be taken good care of, the stable hands got very impressed.
I won a horse. It's a very, very nice horse, and I got to learn how to ride now. I found a nice stable for him quite quickly not too far from my house, he'll be taken good care of, the stable hands got very impressed.
Written By Ember
Aug. 16, 2020, 8:32 a.m.(11/7/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Talia
Today, Talia Baseborn will debut her heirloom dresses honoring the Mourning Isles, and among them will be a dress for House Redreef.
I look forward to seeing what aspects of my Barony's history and culture will be reflected in the design of the dress. My ladies-in-waiting seem to be unable to hold any other topic in their minds.
Even as I write this, they whisper a debate among themselves, attempting to decide what gown from my wardrobe I would look best in at the debut. I'll let them debate a while longer, but I've already chosen.
I look forward to seeing what aspects of my Barony's history and culture will be reflected in the design of the dress. My ladies-in-waiting seem to be unable to hold any other topic in their minds.
Even as I write this, they whisper a debate among themselves, attempting to decide what gown from my wardrobe I would look best in at the debut. I'll let them debate a while longer, but I've already chosen.
Written By Poppy
Aug. 16, 2020, 6:21 a.m.(11/7/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Azova
I too cried when I saw the house of solace. It is meant to be a house of healing. One of Lagoma's love. In a way it feels like it has been violated and is wrong. I know it will be fixed and returned to it's state of healing, but it certainly feels like a gash that will take time to heal.
Written By Raymesin
Aug. 16, 2020, 6:16 a.m.(11/7/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Porter
A spark of joy for Solace in the midst of all the pain. Best of luck to you, Sir Porter.
Written By Raymesin
Aug. 16, 2020, 6:09 a.m.(11/7/1013 AR)
It's a Harlequin's duty to offer succour. To be there for the dying and those who've seen too much death, and to be there for the birthing and the welcoming of a new life.
I've done both in the last few weeks, and people seem to be quite surprised by it. I don't know why, it's not like silks can't be Marquessa such-and-such or Highlord Wotsit, as well as a person who laughs and lives and loves. Do they really think Lowers scum are less complicated than they are?
Stupid question, Ray. A lot of them don't think we feel pain or hardship like they do. Of course they think we're simple creatures.
I've done both in the last few weeks, and people seem to be quite surprised by it. I don't know why, it's not like silks can't be Marquessa such-and-such or Highlord Wotsit, as well as a person who laughs and lives and loves. Do they really think Lowers scum are less complicated than they are?
Stupid question, Ray. A lot of them don't think we feel pain or hardship like they do. Of course they think we're simple creatures.
Written By Monique
Aug. 16, 2020, 3 a.m.(11/7/1013 AR)
This world is built upon secrets, and if for even a moment you don't believe that, I envy you.
Written By Sophie
Aug. 16, 2020, 2:45 a.m.(11/7/1013 AR)
Sometimes events happen that make you feel as though life will never be the same again.
Life will never be the same again. Some things change us. Sometimes the chaff is burned away and you're left with the raw substance. It is then that one must shape that into something new - something better.
The House of Solace will be a place of peace and succor again. We will all heal. We will say our goodbyes. Lagoma can help us with this transition - if we but let her.
Life will never be the same again. Some things change us. Sometimes the chaff is burned away and you're left with the raw substance. It is then that one must shape that into something new - something better.
The House of Solace will be a place of peace and succor again. We will all heal. We will say our goodbyes. Lagoma can help us with this transition - if we but let her.
Written By Nina
Aug. 15, 2020, 11:06 p.m.(11/6/1013 AR)
Good news!
The Butterfly Lounge is now open for business! Those who want music or entertainment can finally visit me directly in the Pravus Ward! It's been quiet here so far, but with a concert and other events to come, it will soon be bright and lively!
Very soon, I'll also stock my showroom with some new gowns. But that means I must get to work finding a design that will sell well.
I believe I'll start with some nice silks, but inspiration needs to strike...
The Butterfly Lounge is now open for business! Those who want music or entertainment can finally visit me directly in the Pravus Ward! It's been quiet here so far, but with a concert and other events to come, it will soon be bright and lively!
Very soon, I'll also stock my showroom with some new gowns. But that means I must get to work finding a design that will sell well.
I believe I'll start with some nice silks, but inspiration needs to strike...
Written By Kastelon
Aug. 15, 2020, 7:54 p.m.(11/6/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Ailith
Legate Ailith made time for my request on a very busy morning and she even made me oatmeal. She is an embodiment of Gild's hospitality and I am deeply honored.
Written By Rosalind
Aug. 15, 2020, 7:16 p.m.(11/6/1013 AR)
The earth was shaking. Why was the earth shaking?! Time to make my way to find out. Probably the least dangerous thing I've done lately...
Written By Kiera
Aug. 15, 2020, 5:16 p.m.(11/6/1013 AR)
An earthquake. Haven't we had enough excitement? What's next? I probly shouldn't ask that. Should I, Scholar?
Written By Ember
Aug. 15, 2020, 5:12 p.m.(11/6/1013 AR)
I hope my political rivals over the matter of thralldom do not believe that, because Redreef Shores has outlawed thralldom, we have become in some way pacifist.
I took part in a raid of a pirate base among such allies as the Kennex brothers, Lord Ian and Lord Wash, Lady Emily Deepwood, Jarla Krarstin Tidelord, and Lords Branimir and Haakon Eswynd. No mercy was shown to any fool who put themselves before our blades. We return to our homes richer for it.
The waters surrounding Redreef Shores have been full of dolphins lately. Even returning home from this raid, they danced through the water alongside my boat. I have put out word to keep the fishermen away from them. I have taken a liking to these animals.
I took part in a raid of a pirate base among such allies as the Kennex brothers, Lord Ian and Lord Wash, Lady Emily Deepwood, Jarla Krarstin Tidelord, and Lords Branimir and Haakon Eswynd. No mercy was shown to any fool who put themselves before our blades. We return to our homes richer for it.
The waters surrounding Redreef Shores have been full of dolphins lately. Even returning home from this raid, they danced through the water alongside my boat. I have put out word to keep the fishermen away from them. I have taken a liking to these animals.
Written By Kiera
Aug. 15, 2020, 5:11 p.m.(11/6/1013 AR)
What a lovely experience watching porter take his vows. I admire him for his comittment. a warm and passionate man who will be a credit to the faith.
Written By Katarina
Aug. 15, 2020, 5:04 p.m.(11/6/1013 AR)
Last night, I attended a bonfire staged by Marquessa Quenia Igniseri. It was good to see old friends there, such as Baroness Lucita Saik, and a reminder that I am more lax in tending to those friendships than is right or proper. The purpose of the bonfire was to cast into it things that acted as anchors on one's soul, so as to be free of their weight. I saw some who brought many things, so many that I can only imagine how weighed down they felt, and I saw some who brought a paucity of items, but shared the stories behind them in ways that I hope unburdened their hearts. Marquessa Quenia was one of the latter, in fact. I myself only brought one thing, and time will tell me if it was the correct one. I am not sure if my heart or my soul feels more free now, but what I seek from my action is not necessarily freedom; merely clarity.
Written By Azova
Aug. 15, 2020, 3:33 p.m.(11/6/1013 AR)
How heartbreaking it was to see the House of Solace in shambles. A place of compassion, and healing, and sanctuary that was violated. And while I cannot speak for what happened before the call went out for Mercy's to report in and help with the injured, and the cleanup efforts, I can say that the strength of our Faith and devotion was on full display as all gathered to help.
Surely Lagoma was with us, helping us through the constantly changing circumstances. And through her Harlequins, the Queen of Endings and Beginnings to provide succor for all who needed it.
Surely Lagoma was with us, helping us through the constantly changing circumstances. And through her Harlequins, the Queen of Endings and Beginnings to provide succor for all who needed it.
Written By Ida
Aug. 15, 2020, 8:55 a.m.(11/5/1013 AR)
I was honored by a visit by Legate Cassandra Laurent, who stopped by to give me one of the pouches I helped design for her weapons blessing ceremony. I didn't make the ceremony itself, sadly, which is a shame because I'd have liked to have my knuckles blessed. Achlector Wylla happened by, too, and I was glad to have a chance to see her outside of the shrine. The shop attracted more visitors as well, which reminded me of my earlier days in Arx when the shop was a bit smaller and I did most of my work in the main room rather than the back.
Anyhow, so I found myself presented with two requests that I didn't expect: an armor commission and knowledge about something that seems to be called a cestus (being made famous by one Sydney, a fighter I continue to hear a lot about, so no surprise there). The former from General Piccola Tessere, and the latter from a man named Gael - both new faces to me. I rarely create armor anymore, if ever, if mostly due to my inability to work the better metals for it. Weapons have always been my love and where I focused my learning. Still, it's been so many years since I've done a set, I'm looking forward to dusting off the old shaping tools.
As to the request from Gael, I'm afraid I wasn't much help, though I'm sure I've /seen/ things like he's described before. I've probably been put on my back once or twice by someone with such even. They sound more like a leatherworker's thing, even if they might be used as a weapon. Still, the inquiry made me curious and I might see about trying to fashion something like them sometime. I worked and saved for several years and managed to have a pair of steelsilk handwraps made for myself, and I can see how adding a little something might make them even better.
All told, it was an inspiring sort of day filled with interesting things and excellent company.
Anyhow, so I found myself presented with two requests that I didn't expect: an armor commission and knowledge about something that seems to be called a cestus (being made famous by one Sydney, a fighter I continue to hear a lot about, so no surprise there). The former from General Piccola Tessere, and the latter from a man named Gael - both new faces to me. I rarely create armor anymore, if ever, if mostly due to my inability to work the better metals for it. Weapons have always been my love and where I focused my learning. Still, it's been so many years since I've done a set, I'm looking forward to dusting off the old shaping tools.
As to the request from Gael, I'm afraid I wasn't much help, though I'm sure I've /seen/ things like he's described before. I've probably been put on my back once or twice by someone with such even. They sound more like a leatherworker's thing, even if they might be used as a weapon. Still, the inquiry made me curious and I might see about trying to fashion something like them sometime. I worked and saved for several years and managed to have a pair of steelsilk handwraps made for myself, and I can see how adding a little something might make them even better.
All told, it was an inspiring sort of day filled with interesting things and excellent company.
Written By Jyri
Aug. 15, 2020, 8:39 a.m.(11/5/1013 AR)
Elora is back again, and we had a little welcoming feast with the children, dogs, cake, general chaos but joy. We took a walk around Grayson ward and talked about the things happening, some plans for the future - mostly enjoying some alone time on a crisp autumn evening.
During her time away, we have progressed on the art gallery and it is ready to be opened - the opening is in a week, I've done several new paintings for it. My artwork has gotten more detailed and life-like through the years, but I feel I can still learn much more.
During her time away, we have progressed on the art gallery and it is ready to be opened - the opening is in a week, I've done several new paintings for it. My artwork has gotten more detailed and life-like through the years, but I feel I can still learn much more.
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