Written By Aerwyna
Feb. 22, 2019, 8:22 a.m.(8/13/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Alarissa
I do count myself lucky, no, fortunate and -very- humbled. The Princess Consort of Maelstrom has allowed -me- to outfit her with plenty an outfit and she expressed how she was most pleased with my work when it was completed! I do hope she will allow me the privilege again for another season.
Written By Martino
Feb. 22, 2019, 8:20 a.m.(8/13/1010 AR)
We are not far away not from my brother's big day and his wedding to the fair Lady Aahana.
While he insists it won't happen, I am sure that the Lord Domonico will not *entirely* be in leathers.
While he insists it won't happen, I am sure that the Lord Domonico will not *entirely* be in leathers.
Written By Kenna
Feb. 22, 2019, 8:13 a.m.(8/13/1010 AR)
At the moment I've put my head down and I am just working. Social engagements have gone to the wayside. I am so greatful for Marquessa Rhea Acheron for letting me host a trade summit in her great hall.
Our great hall?
One of these days I will need to get use to shifting my thinking around my name. It took almost a year for the Whitehawk name to feel natural, so I assume this will be the same.
Regardless, I am excited for this summit. I hope to have many houses come an be represented so that we might set up some mutually beneficial connections.
Also, just to work with my brother Gaius is a joy. He travels much too much.
Our great hall?
One of these days I will need to get use to shifting my thinking around my name. It took almost a year for the Whitehawk name to feel natural, so I assume this will be the same.
Regardless, I am excited for this summit. I hope to have many houses come an be represented so that we might set up some mutually beneficial connections.
Also, just to work with my brother Gaius is a joy. He travels much too much.
Written By Domonico
Feb. 22, 2019, 5:30 a.m.(8/13/1010 AR)
The recent naval training exercises I ran were successful. More so than I had actually planned as I had expected more friction between the navies.
However it was not to be. Lady Beatrice and my brother Martino did a commendable job at keeping communications going well between the navies.
The work of the various fleets was outstanding and I wish to publicly thank everyone who made this possible. Malvici, Malespero, Rubino, Pravus, Volkov, Gilden, Thraxian, Bisland, Saik as well as the Oathlands fleet and everyone else who supported it.
At a time when the Compact needs to be united like never before it is truly good to know that it *is* possible if the successes of the exercises are any indication.
I would be proud and confident fighting alongside and leading those fleets against any who might threaten the Compact.
However it was not to be. Lady Beatrice and my brother Martino did a commendable job at keeping communications going well between the navies.
The work of the various fleets was outstanding and I wish to publicly thank everyone who made this possible. Malvici, Malespero, Rubino, Pravus, Volkov, Gilden, Thraxian, Bisland, Saik as well as the Oathlands fleet and everyone else who supported it.
At a time when the Compact needs to be united like never before it is truly good to know that it *is* possible if the successes of the exercises are any indication.
I would be proud and confident fighting alongside and leading those fleets against any who might threaten the Compact.
Written By Preston
Feb. 22, 2019, 4:57 a.m.(8/13/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Esoka
May the Gods bless the new child - and guard her mother as she does their work in the west.
I am sorry to take you away from the child and Calaudrin so soon.
I am sorry to take you away from the child and Calaudrin so soon.
Written By Silas
Feb. 22, 2019, 3:58 a.m.(8/13/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Tabitha
Don't drop your guard just yet: he's turning two soon.
Written By Valdemar
Feb. 21, 2019, 10:56 p.m.(8/13/1010 AR)
Tonight I witnessed a beautiful piece of artwork in the tapestry that was unveiled at Legate Ailith's sermon. And while I understood the point of it, and of her call to renew oaths, I am still waiting to see if the Compact is worthy of the effort and detail that went into its creation.
Written By Amund
Feb. 21, 2019, 10:24 p.m.(8/13/1010 AR)
People who look up to the skies in hopes of a savior are the people who have no problem letting others bleed and die while they break their fast in the morning.
The choice is in the hands of five. I can only hope they can live with their choice, whatever it is.
In the end, that's what it amounts to, isn't it? We can say whatever we like, petition any number of people, but the choice isn't ours to make. The only choice we can afford to make is how best to survive uncertain times.
Also, if someone is gifting you a rotting donkey's corpse, you probably should look it in the mouth, you know. Just saying.
The choice is in the hands of five. I can only hope they can live with their choice, whatever it is.
In the end, that's what it amounts to, isn't it? We can say whatever we like, petition any number of people, but the choice isn't ours to make. The only choice we can afford to make is how best to survive uncertain times.
Also, if someone is gifting you a rotting donkey's corpse, you probably should look it in the mouth, you know. Just saying.
Written By Esoka
Feb. 21, 2019, 9:57 p.m.(8/13/1010 AR)
I dictate this to a Mercy, because childbirth is a very difficult and aggravating process. I am well and my child is well, though.
My daughter is well.
My first-born daughter, named Estara Greenblood, has come into the world.
I have no words for what I feel now. The world is overwhelming and yet holds something at its center that changes how I view it. I give my deep thanks to the Queen of Endings and Mother of Beginnings and to Lagoma, Her Lady of Change.
This is something new, a path not of duty or battle but of family, one my husband and I shall forge for ourselves. I know not what is down it, but I shall undertake the walk with a brave and loving heart. For my daughter.
My daughter is well.
My first-born daughter, named Estara Greenblood, has come into the world.
I have no words for what I feel now. The world is overwhelming and yet holds something at its center that changes how I view it. I give my deep thanks to the Queen of Endings and Mother of Beginnings and to Lagoma, Her Lady of Change.
This is something new, a path not of duty or battle but of family, one my husband and I shall forge for ourselves. I know not what is down it, but I shall undertake the walk with a brave and loving heart. For my daughter.
Written By Aureth
Feb. 21, 2019, 9:21 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
I'm not sure whether it is an ass or a fool who invents his own facts in an argument, but it is certainly foolish to attempt to engage him.
Written By Tabitha
Feb. 21, 2019, 8:16 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Silas
I don't think I'm ever going to stop fussing over Cyril. He's too adorable.
I'm sorry we all spoil him so much!
I'm sorry we all spoil him so much!
Written By Thena
Feb. 21, 2019, 7:26 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Godric
Cujo has nothing to worry about. Neither do you.
Written By Monique
Feb. 21, 2019, 6:59 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
The planning of a new event is something that gives me great pleasure, and I am grateful to Master Moonsong for indulging me. The wait will almost be... unBEARable!
Written By Shard
Feb. 21, 2019, 5:09 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
Shocking? No. Cowardly, short-sighted, selfish, and over-all a generally bad idea that will likely backfire on you? More that.
Does the Compact submit to other nations' laws now? Justice for the king's son will not be found in fucking Cardia, who are, if you weren't quite paying attention, currently holding the kid hostage. They are not going to punish Brass for endangering him. They are going to punish him for daring to attempt a slave revolt and generally being their enemy. The Cardians, again, if you aren't aware, were enemies of the Metallic Order. Turning Brass over to save your skin is turning a former slave over to his former masters, even if you want to ignore every damned thing that man has done over the centuries to protect humanity. If you want him to face justice for what he's done, then you should advocate that he should face the King's justice, not Cardia's. Don't pretend that's what you actually care about.
And I'm curious. Do you think the Undying Emperor is going to be happy you're turning over a former companion of his to his long time enemies? Because I don't know him, but I don't really think that would put him in a very forgiving mood.
Sacrificing people is never a good thing. Never a noble thing. Sometimes it's the thing you have to do, but it's last resort, not the first option you turn to when you feel threatened. Sacrificing someone just for your own safety and gain makes you a piece of shit, not the 'reasonable' person. And as for the Metallics, the Metallics sacrificed themselves, over and over again, to save the world. To save humanity. The reason you can sit there and write these things is because a bunch of them died to keep your ancestors alive.
And that's right, I'm a mercenary. I've never been accused of having a sweet and tender heart. What the fuck does that say that I'm having to point this shit out to /you/?
Does the Compact submit to other nations' laws now? Justice for the king's son will not be found in fucking Cardia, who are, if you weren't quite paying attention, currently holding the kid hostage. They are not going to punish Brass for endangering him. They are going to punish him for daring to attempt a slave revolt and generally being their enemy. The Cardians, again, if you aren't aware, were enemies of the Metallic Order. Turning Brass over to save your skin is turning a former slave over to his former masters, even if you want to ignore every damned thing that man has done over the centuries to protect humanity. If you want him to face justice for what he's done, then you should advocate that he should face the King's justice, not Cardia's. Don't pretend that's what you actually care about.
And I'm curious. Do you think the Undying Emperor is going to be happy you're turning over a former companion of his to his long time enemies? Because I don't know him, but I don't really think that would put him in a very forgiving mood.
Sacrificing people is never a good thing. Never a noble thing. Sometimes it's the thing you have to do, but it's last resort, not the first option you turn to when you feel threatened. Sacrificing someone just for your own safety and gain makes you a piece of shit, not the 'reasonable' person. And as for the Metallics, the Metallics sacrificed themselves, over and over again, to save the world. To save humanity. The reason you can sit there and write these things is because a bunch of them died to keep your ancestors alive.
And that's right, I'm a mercenary. I've never been accused of having a sweet and tender heart. What the fuck does that say that I'm having to point this shit out to /you/?
Written By Auda
Feb. 21, 2019, 4:55 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
Huh. Minister of Income.
That was unexpected, but I look forward to the challenge.
That was unexpected, but I look forward to the challenge.
Written By Shard
Feb. 21, 2019, 4:11 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Rymarr
I described a shield. But I don't think you need me to tell you that it's not a good idea, when using a shield, to simply stand there and take a massive hit straight on instead of trying to deflect some of that force away from you. It's a good way to break your arm.
The point was that no matter /what/ you choose to do, you have to actually react, and react appropriately, when faced with a significant threat. I keep reading or hearing people talk about these choices as though not making a change is a valid option, and not only is that not the case, but it's not what Ashe actually offered either.
The point was that no matter /what/ you choose to do, you have to actually react, and react appropriately, when faced with a significant threat. I keep reading or hearing people talk about these choices as though not making a change is a valid option, and not only is that not the case, but it's not what Ashe actually offered either.
Written By Aleksei
Feb. 21, 2019, 3:35 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Gilroy
You're a fucking idiot.
Written By Perronne
Feb. 21, 2019, 2:49 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Brass
It's hard to trust someone who appears out of nowhere with an offer with a high price, especially a risky one where success can't be guaranteed. And I've never been unclear on the costs of the offers before us - all of them. Anyone reading this can check previous journals for my initial thoughts if they're that interested and haven't read them already. The Cardian and Imperial offers are very concrete, and the representatives of both nations have crossed the t's and dotted the I's as much as we have asked them to do about what the offer would entail, and what the cost would be, and what we might expect. Whether you like the offers or not, it's certainly comforting to have that certainty.
Brass and Ashe are more...nebulous. I never met Copper, so I don't have any affection for her apprentice just because she IS her apprentice, and I honestly don't have enough knowledge of who the Metallics were, or are, to trust them or anyone associated with them just because they're named after a metal. My initial reaction was to support the Imperial offer, not because anyone named Platinum was involved, but because the one thing that everyone - even the Cardian representative - seemed to agree on is that they'd deliver what they said they would. You might not LIKE it, but you'd get what was written. And most even seem to agree that the Empire's aims are understandable, even if their methods are things some find reprehensible. I still have a lot of affection for the idea, if I'm honest. It would protect the most about the Compact with the least amount of risk and damage to the innocent, and that's a pretty good bargain. So that's my bias.
That said, the only 'ultimatum' Brass has offered is to point out that he doesn't want to work with us unless we treat our people better. To stop thralldom - a practice which four fifths of the Compact already condemns and has wanted to eliminate for hundreds of years. To address ongoing exploitation of serfs and "smallfolk" across the Compact, something that goes on every day, in every fealty, and that very few of us would justify if we were forced to defend it directly. But we don't defend it. We mostly just don't talk about it. Try to ignore it. If there is any ultimatum that Brass has offered, it is a challenge for us to be the people that we always wanted to be, to live up to the ideals that we like to talk about as long as they don't cost us. We shouldn't have to be incentivized to do the right thing, but we're human, and we like things, so I guess we do.
Because that's really what it is, the help Brass offers. An incentive. One that wasn't expected, and that we're not entitled to. A reward, in some ways, for doing the hard work that we should be willing to do without anyone offering us a single thing...but that we're weren't. That we haven't been. And, I mean, that's humbling. And not in the good way. It stings. It's very tempting to push that sting onto the person who forced us to face what we haven't been doing. Say it's their fault we 'have' to deal with it. Call them a hypocrite for expecting something in return for aid that literally no one else can give us, and aid that we haven't in any way earned. It feels good, and a lot more righteous than facing the fact that we've been supporting the unsupportable for centuries, and maybe it's time we stop.
Even if there was no Brass.
Even if no one offered us even a bit of help, even if we had to do it all on our own.
Maybe it's time we were better.
Brass and Ashe are more...nebulous. I never met Copper, so I don't have any affection for her apprentice just because she IS her apprentice, and I honestly don't have enough knowledge of who the Metallics were, or are, to trust them or anyone associated with them just because they're named after a metal. My initial reaction was to support the Imperial offer, not because anyone named Platinum was involved, but because the one thing that everyone - even the Cardian representative - seemed to agree on is that they'd deliver what they said they would. You might not LIKE it, but you'd get what was written. And most even seem to agree that the Empire's aims are understandable, even if their methods are things some find reprehensible. I still have a lot of affection for the idea, if I'm honest. It would protect the most about the Compact with the least amount of risk and damage to the innocent, and that's a pretty good bargain. So that's my bias.
That said, the only 'ultimatum' Brass has offered is to point out that he doesn't want to work with us unless we treat our people better. To stop thralldom - a practice which four fifths of the Compact already condemns and has wanted to eliminate for hundreds of years. To address ongoing exploitation of serfs and "smallfolk" across the Compact, something that goes on every day, in every fealty, and that very few of us would justify if we were forced to defend it directly. But we don't defend it. We mostly just don't talk about it. Try to ignore it. If there is any ultimatum that Brass has offered, it is a challenge for us to be the people that we always wanted to be, to live up to the ideals that we like to talk about as long as they don't cost us. We shouldn't have to be incentivized to do the right thing, but we're human, and we like things, so I guess we do.
Because that's really what it is, the help Brass offers. An incentive. One that wasn't expected, and that we're not entitled to. A reward, in some ways, for doing the hard work that we should be willing to do without anyone offering us a single thing...but that we're weren't. That we haven't been. And, I mean, that's humbling. And not in the good way. It stings. It's very tempting to push that sting onto the person who forced us to face what we haven't been doing. Say it's their fault we 'have' to deal with it. Call them a hypocrite for expecting something in return for aid that literally no one else can give us, and aid that we haven't in any way earned. It feels good, and a lot more righteous than facing the fact that we've been supporting the unsupportable for centuries, and maybe it's time we stop.
Even if there was no Brass.
Even if no one offered us even a bit of help, even if we had to do it all on our own.
Maybe it's time we were better.
Written By Vincenzo
Feb. 21, 2019, 1:56 p.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
Never ever put your eggs in one basket.
Written By Gianna
Feb. 21, 2019, 11:55 a.m.(8/12/1010 AR)
What a lovely birthday celebration --- thank you to everyone who came out and to those of you who sent your regards.
Thank you to Whisper House for loaning the chocolate fountain, or at least not protesting when I spirited it out the other day without telling anyone. It was for a good cause.
Thank you to Whisper House for loaning the chocolate fountain, or at least not protesting when I spirited it out the other day without telling anyone. It was for a good cause.
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