Written By Jyri
Oct. 19, 2018, 4:40 p.m.(10/22/1009 AR)
Today I returned the Iron Guard crest I received four years ago. I remember when it was placed in my hands. I was a battered, beaten man when I came to Arx, with an infant to care for, no money and no idea what to do with myself, before Lord Commander Silas Whitehawk found me and offered me the position as Kennelmaster in the Iron Guard. That crest, when he gave it to me, felt like being given back my pride. It was purpose in the form of a well crafted symbol.
Don't be silly. I haven't left the Iron Guard. I just got a new crest, crafted by the amazing Joscelin Arterius, who did the old one as well. That old crest needs to go to a new recruit now.
Don't be silly. I haven't left the Iron Guard. I just got a new crest, crafted by the amazing Joscelin Arterius, who did the old one as well. That old crest needs to go to a new recruit now.
Written By Thena
Oct. 19, 2018, 3:34 p.m.(10/22/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Kenna
Wills are always in nowadays. I'm honestly not sure if they're binding if you put them in the white journals but a lot of people sure want everyone in Arvum to know what wealth they are bestowing upon their schmoopsie-poos.
It's a good thing I'm no longer in the family business, now that I think about it.
It's a good thing I'm no longer in the family business, now that I think about it.
Written By Shae
Oct. 19, 2018, 3:04 p.m.(10/22/1009 AR)
A new cub to train up, an intelligent mongrel with promise. Brindle coat, heels to Daegmund like Daegmund heels to me. Good instincts for a partner for my shepherd. The Iron Guard kennelmaster has an eye for spirit and brains in the beasts he fosters. Good skills for a fellow in that position.
I need to write home. Daegmund's parents and siblings should be closer. I've a mind to continue that Work, it's time.
Side note: the cook told me a joke today. It made me laugh, and when I did, some of the kitchen staff laughed too, but not until after I did. I asked why, the cook explained to me that they told me the joke last week. I don't remember, but .... it made me laugh too. I know my memory is terrible since I came home, but it bothers me little; I remember the important things. The cook hugged me. She said it worried her in the beginning, my poor memory, I've known her for years, she said 'you're different' and then said 'that's not a bad thing.' Made me think of Mother, who says something similar.
Accepting my changes isn't hard; accepting the changing world around me is. I want to find the overlap, balance is important, it's how the world works, when it tilts back and forth, one side, other side, a rhythm, a balance.
It was a good joke. Something about unicorns and horny knights. I look forward to hearing it again, for the first time, next week.
I need to write home. Daegmund's parents and siblings should be closer. I've a mind to continue that Work, it's time.
Side note: the cook told me a joke today. It made me laugh, and when I did, some of the kitchen staff laughed too, but not until after I did. I asked why, the cook explained to me that they told me the joke last week. I don't remember, but .... it made me laugh too. I know my memory is terrible since I came home, but it bothers me little; I remember the important things. The cook hugged me. She said it worried her in the beginning, my poor memory, I've known her for years, she said 'you're different' and then said 'that's not a bad thing.' Made me think of Mother, who says something similar.
Accepting my changes isn't hard; accepting the changing world around me is. I want to find the overlap, balance is important, it's how the world works, when it tilts back and forth, one side, other side, a rhythm, a balance.
It was a good joke. Something about unicorns and horny knights. I look forward to hearing it again, for the first time, next week.
Written By Darren
Oct. 19, 2018, 2:44 p.m.(10/22/1009 AR)
There is nothing quite as invigorating as a quick trip back to Farhaven. I couldn't stay very long - there's far too much work to be done here, after all - but having even a short moment to fill my lungs with the frosty air of my home is enough to make me feel refreshed, renewed, and ready to begin again.
Written By Berenice
Oct. 19, 2018, 12:51 p.m.(10/22/1009 AR)
Saving silver is _terrible_. How does anyone do this? How does anyone go into a shop and see a necklace dripping with diamonds and rubies and _not_ buy it?
UGH. This is going to take forever.
UGH. This is going to take forever.
Written By Kritr
Oct. 19, 2018, 12:50 p.m.(10/22/1009 AR)
I do not understand these southerners. So many are willing to give their opinions, but very few are as eager to hear if their opinion is wanted.
Written By Jhond
Oct. 19, 2018, 12:49 p.m.(10/22/1009 AR)
It's official! The center is open, publically announced and all. It may be a busy couple of weeks.
Written By Faruq
Oct. 19, 2018, 12:31 p.m.(10/22/1009 AR)
On the matter of wills:
I have a new diamondplate sword being forged in two days time. My own. Not belonging to anyone other than myself. Should I fall in the coming battle I wish it to go to my sister, Malika, that she might sell it and acquire a new ship and crew of her own to live free on the sea as she should.
My fireweave should be sold and the proceeds given to Mistress Aurora.
Everything else goes to Lady Miranda Rubino, except for the blue shirt, which goes to Mistress Sheena.
My blacks stay sealed. Unlike some believe I do keep my oaths until someone else breaks them.
Lies only have power when others act on them like they were truths.
I have a new diamondplate sword being forged in two days time. My own. Not belonging to anyone other than myself. Should I fall in the coming battle I wish it to go to my sister, Malika, that she might sell it and acquire a new ship and crew of her own to live free on the sea as she should.
My fireweave should be sold and the proceeds given to Mistress Aurora.
Everything else goes to Lady Miranda Rubino, except for the blue shirt, which goes to Mistress Sheena.
My blacks stay sealed. Unlike some believe I do keep my oaths until someone else breaks them.
Lies only have power when others act on them like they were truths.
Written By Lucita
Oct. 19, 2018, 10:23 a.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Karadoc
Marriage? Be still my heart, patience while you decide what path your life will take has paid off that you are thinking about it. Now the curiosity on who new potential house members might be adds a bit of excitement to the whole household. (You know we need more, not less Saiks, thank goodness.)
Written By Samantha
Oct. 19, 2018, 10:12 a.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
Let it be known that my brother may come to my home and enjoy the pitter patter of little feet right before they plow into him anytime he likes.
I'm beginning to think Nara has a particular talent for leg-clinging. She even does it when Rymarr is in his armor. In all seriousness, I've seen him take on the forces of the Heralds and guard His Majesty from assassination attempts, but he is devastatingly defeated when a nigh three year old attaches herself to his leg. No force on the continent could pry her off short of bribery.
I'm beginning to think Nara has a particular talent for leg-clinging. She even does it when Rymarr is in his armor. In all seriousness, I've seen him take on the forces of the Heralds and guard His Majesty from assassination attempts, but he is devastatingly defeated when a nigh three year old attaches herself to his leg. No force on the continent could pry her off short of bribery.
Written By Kenna
Oct. 19, 2018, 8:40 a.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
Are wills a thing again?
Hum.
I actually should think about updating that.
Hum.
I actually should think about updating that.
Written By Sabine
Oct. 19, 2018, 2:38 a.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
The house is opened, the drapes drawn, the furniture uncovered. It's been some time since anyone lived here and the dust had collected in the deep corners, where shadows like to hide. No longer. Light, air, warmth; our coming is the breath of life within these walls. Tessere thrives, all rumours to the contrary aside. Beautiful gossips, I shake you away as my people do the dust from the drop cloths. To the past with you.
We welcome you into our lives, Arx.
We welcome you into our lives, Arx.
Written By Lys
Oct. 19, 2018, 2:18 a.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
I dreamt of metal pressed into my fingertips, and I thought it was a sword. For the edge was sharp and cut at the creases of my fingers ... But when I opened my eyes it was a crown of glass-- razor sharp and gleaming bright.
Written By Caspian
Oct. 19, 2018, 1:09 a.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
After meeting Skald a while back, I decided that there are some other people/things I want to meet before I die. Some things are:
Death (before I die please! Not after)
Someone from Weijin
Someone from Jadairal
A sea elf
A griffin
A unicorn
The Queen
There are others, but I won't mention them here!
Death (before I die please! Not after)
Someone from Weijin
Someone from Jadairal
A sea elf
A griffin
A unicorn
The Queen
There are others, but I won't mention them here!
Written By Karadoc
Oct. 19, 2018, 1:01 a.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
Maybe I should quit, renounce everything, and live a simple life as a tailor. Albeit one who doesn't sew ...
Nah.
I'll have to think of some other way to keep myself entertained.
Marriage, perhaps?
(Why do you look SO startled, Scholar?)
Nah.
I'll have to think of some other way to keep myself entertained.
Marriage, perhaps?
(Why do you look SO startled, Scholar?)
Written By Elloise
Oct. 19, 2018, 12:54 a.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
This is - a lot harder than I thought it was going to be. I think that I will winter back home in Leaholdt until these babies are born.
Written By Amari
Oct. 19, 2018, 12:16 a.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Shae
I love you, Shae.
Written By Joscelin
Oct. 18, 2018, 10:49 p.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Evaristo
I'm devastated I wounded my cousin's feeling.
Just devastated.
On a lighter note, I set my apron on fire this morning. It's big enough to still fit me, thank goodness, but it's also leather. Did you know leather is flame-resistant but not completely retardant? I knew this of course but I've never obtained more than scorch marks, because it takes a very long time and a great deal of heat for leather this thick to catch fire. I wasn't wearing it at the time but I left it by the casting forge. Very close to the flames. Too close. For too long.
I can't wait to give birth to this baby, it's eating up my sense and attention and I don't like that one bit.
Just devastated.
On a lighter note, I set my apron on fire this morning. It's big enough to still fit me, thank goodness, but it's also leather. Did you know leather is flame-resistant but not completely retardant? I knew this of course but I've never obtained more than scorch marks, because it takes a very long time and a great deal of heat for leather this thick to catch fire. I wasn't wearing it at the time but I left it by the casting forge. Very close to the flames. Too close. For too long.
I can't wait to give birth to this baby, it's eating up my sense and attention and I don't like that one bit.
Written By Oliver
Oct. 18, 2018, 10:47 p.m.(10/21/1009 AR)
Wills. it seems like the thing to do, and so I will record my own. Thankfully, I don't have very much.
My shop, the Tanned Hide, shall go to Joscelin. She's always wanted a bakery, so I hope she'll use the space for that. My only requirement is that she names the place something hilariously crafty.
My silver should be split equally between the Coldrain family and the Crafters Guild. Any materials I have can go to the Crafters Guild, to be shared for free amongst the members.
To my unborn child, I leave my wedding ring and daggers. I hope they will remember me by them.
To Joscelin, I leave the rest, to do with as she wishes. I ask that on my death, Joscelin be the only one allowed to read my Blacks, and that they not be released to the public.
My shop, the Tanned Hide, shall go to Joscelin. She's always wanted a bakery, so I hope she'll use the space for that. My only requirement is that she names the place something hilariously crafty.
My silver should be split equally between the Coldrain family and the Crafters Guild. Any materials I have can go to the Crafters Guild, to be shared for free amongst the members.
To my unborn child, I leave my wedding ring and daggers. I hope they will remember me by them.
To Joscelin, I leave the rest, to do with as she wishes. I ask that on my death, Joscelin be the only one allowed to read my Blacks, and that they not be released to the public.
Written By Dora
Oct. 18, 2018, 10:08 p.m.(10/20/1009 AR)
With all the seriousness and work lately I have not had nearly enough time for leisure. I dislike this. I know some people get a sense of accomplishment being busy, but I really would rather sip brandy, nibble chocolates, and other things. Though I do admit that exploring is a whole other ball of wax. That is DO enjoy. Finding new things, or old things again, has a sense of fun and adventure that work...doesn't. I think from now on I will stop by Lottie's for a treat after every excursion. And before. Properly treating myself should make it more rewarding.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.