Written By Aureth
Aug. 6, 2018, 3:24 p.m.(5/3/1009 AR)
There is a recent fad among the Peerage for duels that are not duels: snowball fights, song contests, spoon fights ... jousting is at least a combat and its competitors could deem themselves _duellists_ with their weapons even if there was a horse involved.
If what you want to do is throw a silly party, why don't you just throw a silly party and not pretend that you honor Gloria by so doing? You aren't dueling, you're just fapping about.
If what you want to do is throw a silly party, why don't you just throw a silly party and not pretend that you honor Gloria by so doing? You aren't dueling, you're just fapping about.
Written By Saoirse
Aug. 6, 2018, 3:22 p.m.(5/3/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Niklas
Maybe the problem is more with your family and less with the stuff stealing?
Written By Vittoria
Aug. 6, 2018, 2:42 p.m.(5/3/1009 AR)
I have sold my first dress today. I can not wait to tell my husband about it. I hope he will be proud of me!
Lady Brianna Halfshav bought it and as far as I understood she was very happy with the design since I received a special request from the lady.
I shall not waste my time and focus on completing her order. I hope it will earn me good recommendations!
Lady Brianna Halfshav bought it and as far as I understood she was very happy with the design since I received a special request from the lady.
I shall not waste my time and focus on completing her order. I hope it will earn me good recommendations!
Written By Brianna
Aug. 6, 2018, 2:33 p.m.(5/3/1009 AR)
Spring! That means, to me - temperate weather that will get unbearably hot. Wearing less, going out more, drinking more - find more reasons to go out to parties more - dancing and fighting or fighting while dancing more. All more. Much more. More alcohol, more steel, more reasons to be reminded that spring's here. It's the season that tells us to shake off the dust and get moving - it's the season that demands we rise from our sleep, kick the ashes away and stoke the inner fires of the heart!
Written By Elgana
Aug. 6, 2018, 2:25 p.m.(5/3/1009 AR)
I've been accused of being 'too happy' recently. Is that really a terrible thing? Spring is here and it is my favorite season because the flowers and trees are bursting with life and the sun is warm but not too warm. I can have picnics again at either day or night, depending. I also do not mind the rain.
Too happy. Nonsense.
Too happy. Nonsense.
Written By Sabella
Aug. 6, 2018, 2:21 p.m.(5/3/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Khanne
Renewal. Rebirth.
Hope.
Hope.
Written By Monique
Aug. 6, 2018, 1:48 p.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
As promised, The Gala is pleased to present…
THE CLOAKS
The centerpiece of the Gala will undoubtedly be the raffle of the five spectacular cloaks, designed and crafted by the equally amazing Goodwoman Petal Penrose, and arranged for by the unparalleled Prince Tyrval Ael’Noctis!
Cerdic Nightstar Umbra Cloak
Seasilk Storm Cloak of Pena
Alaricite and Aeterna Alarice Griffin Cloak
Metallic Leader Pyran Fireweave Cloak
Steelsilk Goldenpyre Dragon Cloak
Each cloak is of excellent quality and one-of-a-kind in design!
Should you wish to purchase tickets for this raffle, you may do so at a rate of one economic writ per ticket. There will be a limit of 100 tickets per person. The cloaks will be raffled off in order during The Gala, and any person may only win one. If you have already won a cloak, and another of your ticket numbers is drawn, we will continue to draw tickets until we have a new winner.
Tickets are available now through Lady Monique Greenmarch, and it is highly encouraged that you buy your tickets before The Gala!
THE CLOAKS
The centerpiece of the Gala will undoubtedly be the raffle of the five spectacular cloaks, designed and crafted by the equally amazing Goodwoman Petal Penrose, and arranged for by the unparalleled Prince Tyrval Ael’Noctis!
Cerdic Nightstar Umbra Cloak
Seasilk Storm Cloak of Pena
Alaricite and Aeterna Alarice Griffin Cloak
Metallic Leader Pyran Fireweave Cloak
Steelsilk Goldenpyre Dragon Cloak
Each cloak is of excellent quality and one-of-a-kind in design!
Should you wish to purchase tickets for this raffle, you may do so at a rate of one economic writ per ticket. There will be a limit of 100 tickets per person. The cloaks will be raffled off in order during The Gala, and any person may only win one. If you have already won a cloak, and another of your ticket numbers is drawn, we will continue to draw tickets until we have a new winner.
Tickets are available now through Lady Monique Greenmarch, and it is highly encouraged that you buy your tickets before The Gala!
Written By Monique
Aug. 6, 2018, 1:48 p.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
As promised, The Gala is pleased to present…
THE GAME
There will be a mini social game running in the fortnight before The Gala!
Six wonderful Legends will be roaming the streets of Arx in the fortnight before The Gala, and each will possess a special token. Should you stumble upon one of these Legends in public, actively playing their role, you may attempt to convince them to part with their token with some impressive social feat! A wonderful story or song, a particularly clever joke or manipulation of words, perhaps a stare so fulminating their fingers weaken and the token just falls free! Each person who shows up to The Gala bearing one of the six Legendary tokens will receive a very special prize… their own THRONE, styled after the Legend they heroically won their token from!
Rules: Legends will only accept challenges when out in public as their Legend. No messengers to them about this game! If you send a messenger, you will be disqualified. One attempt per Legend, per day. Example: if you have attempted to convince Princess Sorrel one day, you may not try to convince her again until the next day, but you may try to convince any of the other Legends. One token per person. Tokens are non-transferable. Any questions may be directed to Lady Monique Greenmarch.
The Legends:
Goodwoman Josephine Arcuri as the Hierophant Pena Stormryder
Princess Sabella Grayson as Queen Alarice Grayson
Grandmaster Caspian Wild as Prince Cerdic Valardin
Princess Sorrel Thrax as the Leader of the Metallic Order
Lady Aahana Volkov as Goldenpyre
Lady Orelia Stonewood as Prince Weohstan Redrain
(OOC-Legend must be in public with their LRP flag on to accept challenges; no OOC paging or scene-crashing in relation to this game, please; roll difficulty at 60; Charm/Command/Composure/Wits + Diplomacy/Empathy/Etiquette/Manipulation/Performance/Propaganda/Riddles/Seduction); game starts RL Saturday, August 11)
THE GAME
There will be a mini social game running in the fortnight before The Gala!
Six wonderful Legends will be roaming the streets of Arx in the fortnight before The Gala, and each will possess a special token. Should you stumble upon one of these Legends in public, actively playing their role, you may attempt to convince them to part with their token with some impressive social feat! A wonderful story or song, a particularly clever joke or manipulation of words, perhaps a stare so fulminating their fingers weaken and the token just falls free! Each person who shows up to The Gala bearing one of the six Legendary tokens will receive a very special prize… their own THRONE, styled after the Legend they heroically won their token from!
Rules: Legends will only accept challenges when out in public as their Legend. No messengers to them about this game! If you send a messenger, you will be disqualified. One attempt per Legend, per day. Example: if you have attempted to convince Princess Sorrel one day, you may not try to convince her again until the next day, but you may try to convince any of the other Legends. One token per person. Tokens are non-transferable. Any questions may be directed to Lady Monique Greenmarch.
The Legends:
Goodwoman Josephine Arcuri as the Hierophant Pena Stormryder
Princess Sabella Grayson as Queen Alarice Grayson
Grandmaster Caspian Wild as Prince Cerdic Valardin
Princess Sorrel Thrax as the Leader of the Metallic Order
Lady Aahana Volkov as Goldenpyre
Lady Orelia Stonewood as Prince Weohstan Redrain
(OOC-Legend must be in public with their LRP flag on to accept challenges; no OOC paging or scene-crashing in relation to this game, please; roll difficulty at 60; Charm/Command/Composure/Wits + Diplomacy/Empathy/Etiquette/Manipulation/Performance/Propaganda/Riddles/Seduction); game starts RL Saturday, August 11)
Written By Perronne
Aug. 6, 2018, 1:41 p.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Phew! Or is it whew? I am not entirely certain how to write out the sound of an outgoing breath of satisfied exhaustion, but whatever that sound is, consider it to be here, as faithfully transcribed as I can manage. So: phew!
I had clients! Actual, real clients with actual real money. I am definitely not going to starve to death! At least not today. We'll see about tomorrow. Especially since I have been given leave to set up shop, and have been moving all of the things I bought to outfit the shop to that building. It's in the area of a wonderful theatre, and surprisingly quiet. I hope that this does not adversely affect business, but I've always felt that certain goods require a quieter, more sedate environment to be properly appreciated in. "Storied Treasures". It's a terrible name, but I am terrible at naming things! Awkwardly, the sign painter has not yet had a chance to come by and switch out the signs, so the sign out front still reads "Heavenly Scents." I will be most embarrassed should anyone wander in, believing that their favorite scent shop is once again open for business. It does, however, still smell lovely in here.
The last bits and bobs from my previous inventory have been placed for sale. Nothing extravagant - a silver goblet, a loving cup which I choose to believe is an affectionate joke between lifelong spouses, a lover's token, and about...sixty percent of a very old breastplate. It will be interesting to see if any of them catch the eyes of people in Arx, while I continue to offer my services as a trade agent, and - of course - plan my next expedition!
I had clients! Actual, real clients with actual real money. I am definitely not going to starve to death! At least not today. We'll see about tomorrow. Especially since I have been given leave to set up shop, and have been moving all of the things I bought to outfit the shop to that building. It's in the area of a wonderful theatre, and surprisingly quiet. I hope that this does not adversely affect business, but I've always felt that certain goods require a quieter, more sedate environment to be properly appreciated in. "Storied Treasures". It's a terrible name, but I am terrible at naming things! Awkwardly, the sign painter has not yet had a chance to come by and switch out the signs, so the sign out front still reads "Heavenly Scents." I will be most embarrassed should anyone wander in, believing that their favorite scent shop is once again open for business. It does, however, still smell lovely in here.
The last bits and bobs from my previous inventory have been placed for sale. Nothing extravagant - a silver goblet, a loving cup which I choose to believe is an affectionate joke between lifelong spouses, a lover's token, and about...sixty percent of a very old breastplate. It will be interesting to see if any of them catch the eyes of people in Arx, while I continue to offer my services as a trade agent, and - of course - plan my next expedition!
Written By Amari
Aug. 6, 2018, 12:45 p.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Jael
I'll bring Lord What-his-name over to the Manse and you two can see who's the better archer. You're both amazing, so it should be a close competition. I promise I won't bring my own bow and just content myself with sampling drinks. I don't want to scare the Duke.
Written By Gwenna
Aug. 6, 2018, 12:33 p.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
It is hard to put to words how humbled and happy I am for all the kind words put to the whites by both family and friends in regard to Lorenzo and my courtship. The congratulations, offers of help, and warm welcomes from our soon-to-be extended families are things I cherish quite sincerely. I am very grateful and am excited to start our future together.
Written By Riagnon
Aug. 6, 2018, 12:31 p.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
I can think of few things more simply satisfying than being allowed to kiss the hand of the object of your affection.
Written By Jael
Aug. 6, 2018, 12:18 p.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Amari
Don't be a stranger! Bring what's-his-name by the Manse, we can sample the new cyser that's being shipped down from Artshall.
Written By Gwenna
Aug. 6, 2018, 12:15 p.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aerandir
Sir Aerandir Elensar, I am heartened to hear some word of you! You have been missed. While I am certainly not glad for whatever it seems to have been that lead to your departure from public eyes, I am happy that you are back with us. I will be sure some cakes and soup are sent and hope to attempt a visit as well.
Written By Jyri
Aug. 6, 2018, 12:11 p.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Counted number of vomit on the street. Found five. Three less than last week same day on the same street. I believe me convincing the puking perpetrators to scoop it up and put it in their hats last week might have something to do with this. Will continue to inspire the people of this street, with its bars, along these lines. This week: puke in money pouches or pockets. Must not be boring.
Written By Khanne
Aug. 6, 2018, 10:45 a.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Wedding bells are in the air all around. Echoes of courtships and marriages 'ring' through the journals and proclamations. It's that time of year, I suppose.
It is Spring.
Spring that will forever bring a smile to my face. Spring of a year ago that saw me wed myself. Though Percephon has stayed behind in Whitehold to handle some business matters, so, unless he sneaks back to Arx for a visit, our celebration will likely be through correspondence alone. Unfortunate. We were hoping to hold the delayed Reception turned first-year anniversary party.... I couldn't possibly hold it without him, could I? I mean, he'd be there in spirit... I could hire Oswyn maybe, to write up an account of the festivities to send to him. No... no, that just won't do. I will just have to wait until he returns.
Hurry home, my scholarly love. My rabbit.
Anyway... back to Spring (sorry for the tangent. I miss him, what can I say?) It is a beautiful time of year that fills the world with color and smiles. The leaves on trees begin to bud and early blooms make their way through the cold soil to blossom in a burst of color. Even the Spirits dance in celebration! Spring is, as we see in all the news recently, a time for love and alliances made. It is a time of renewal and joy. I know what it brings to me... but, I ask of you all, what does Spring mean to you?
It is Spring.
Spring that will forever bring a smile to my face. Spring of a year ago that saw me wed myself. Though Percephon has stayed behind in Whitehold to handle some business matters, so, unless he sneaks back to Arx for a visit, our celebration will likely be through correspondence alone. Unfortunate. We were hoping to hold the delayed Reception turned first-year anniversary party.... I couldn't possibly hold it without him, could I? I mean, he'd be there in spirit... I could hire Oswyn maybe, to write up an account of the festivities to send to him. No... no, that just won't do. I will just have to wait until he returns.
Hurry home, my scholarly love. My rabbit.
Anyway... back to Spring (sorry for the tangent. I miss him, what can I say?) It is a beautiful time of year that fills the world with color and smiles. The leaves on trees begin to bud and early blooms make their way through the cold soil to blossom in a burst of color. Even the Spirits dance in celebration! Spring is, as we see in all the news recently, a time for love and alliances made. It is a time of renewal and joy. I know what it brings to me... but, I ask of you all, what does Spring mean to you?
Written By Rymarr
Aug. 6, 2018, 10:41 a.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Layne has arrived. Marquessa Samantha Deepwood his mother. Myself his father. Named for personal heroes.
The best joke I've heard so far is the notion of sending alcohol as a gift. To us. To me. If it weren't an amusing joke, I'd think the people suggesting it didn't know me at all.
The best joke I've heard so far is the notion of sending alcohol as a gift. To us. To me. If it weren't an amusing joke, I'd think the people suggesting it didn't know me at all.
Written By Khanne
Aug. 6, 2018, 10:34 a.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Ida
I was pleasantly surprised as I was perusing the stack of journals brought to me, to see Ida mention that she was to be wed. I do not know her as well as others, but... I know this:
Ida is one of the most talented people in all of Arx. She is also one of the kindest and most generous. She absolutely deserves all the happiness in the world, and if this man brings it to her, I am beyond thrilled for her.
Congratulations on your happiness, Ida. And Gerard, whoever you are... you have won the hand of an amazing woman. I hope you know how fortunate you are... and how much you will suffer at the hands of others if you ever hurt her (as has already been mentioned in the whites).
Ida is one of the most talented people in all of Arx. She is also one of the kindest and most generous. She absolutely deserves all the happiness in the world, and if this man brings it to her, I am beyond thrilled for her.
Congratulations on your happiness, Ida. And Gerard, whoever you are... you have won the hand of an amazing woman. I hope you know how fortunate you are... and how much you will suffer at the hands of others if you ever hurt her (as has already been mentioned in the whites).
Written By Morrighan
Aug. 6, 2018, 10:11 a.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Ida
I hear congratulations are in order! I'm very happy for you, and it's about time! Heh. If he hurts you, though, rest assured I'll help you pummel him. Fire may or may not be involved.
Written By Niklas
Aug. 6, 2018, 10:02 a.m.(5/2/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Saoirse
No one in my family ever says nice things like this about me.
Then again, I'm always stopping by to borrow their stuff.
Maybe I'll talk to Luca about stopping by the Velenosa Estate and borrowing some of your stuff.
Then again, I'm always stopping by to borrow their stuff.
Maybe I'll talk to Luca about stopping by the Velenosa Estate and borrowing some of your stuff.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.