Written By Reigna
June 20, 2018, 5:38 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Eirene
The concept of the First Liar was so fascinating the first time I heard of it. Naturally that role is filled in the Oathlands by the 'Name Witness', and its purpose is to provide a child with someone who is responsible for their moral comprehension and religious knowledge. The first time I heard of a First Liar I was genuinely appalled. But the more I thought about it and the more I read about Lycene culture, the more loving I understood the role to be. It is hard for a woman of my nature to be able to see a lie as a loving thing, or truly understand the machinations that must be a part of life for Lycene nobility. This is not aided by the fact that many of the Lycenes I socialize with, yourself included, tend to be of a forthright mentality. I wonder if all physicians have a tendency towards forthright discourse, given our unique perspective of just how frequently people tell lies to their healers. The illogic of it still baffles me, but human nature is a curious thing.
Written By Belladonna
June 20, 2018, 4:35 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Yes, do. My son loves to turn them into enemy boats he can sink in the bath.
..and I will enjoy the chuckle.
..and I will enjoy the chuckle.
Written By Eirene
June 20, 2018, 4:31 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
As a Lycene who was given a First Liar to guide me in the art of deception before I could even talk, I find these journals about lying to be hilarious. Most who know me know I rarely lie if at all. I prefer blunt honesty as a soldier and physician but never forget I am a soldier of the Lycene.
On that note, I officially name Archduchess Eleyna Velenosa as First Liar to Idris and Iris or whichever of them she prefers if not both of them. May her wisdom and cunning serve my brats well.
On that note, I officially name Archduchess Eleyna Velenosa as First Liar to Idris and Iris or whichever of them she prefers if not both of them. May her wisdom and cunning serve my brats well.
Written By Bliss
June 20, 2018, 4:19 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Mirari
Thanks for clarifying.
Time to go to the Commons, I suppose.
Time to go to the Commons, I suppose.
Written By Mirari
June 20, 2018, 4:14 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Before anyone starts, because I am already remarkably short tempered this week..
No, I am not a champion.
No, I am not going to become a champion.
If you have an issue with me fighting a duel on behalf of the Duchess Pravus, feel free to drop her a missive - I'm sure it will give her something to chuckle over.
No, I am not a champion.
No, I am not going to become a champion.
If you have an issue with me fighting a duel on behalf of the Duchess Pravus, feel free to drop her a missive - I'm sure it will give her something to chuckle over.
Written By Coraline
June 20, 2018, 3:59 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Marian
One of the most amazing matches I have ever fought, it was an honor and a pleasure to be part of. Not only did she fight like the bear of her House but she was kind enough to instruct as she did so. I have nothing but praise and gratitude for her and she will be in my own prayers as well.
Written By Marian
June 20, 2018, 3:31 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Coraline
She is a worthy opponent who gave me a tough sparring match in the training center. I shall praise her to Gloria in my prayers.
Written By Duarte
June 20, 2018, 2:44 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
What's so amazing about really deep thoughts?
Written By Reigna
June 20, 2018, 2:36 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Fairen
Am I, though? Really?
Are you saying that I am cynical? Or mocking? I admit, I can at times be wry, but I do not perceive myself as being cynical. In fact I wrote at length about my penchant for trusting everyone around me. True, I've come to question that, but I do not think that points to cynicism, but rather learned behavior.
Or are you implying that I am incongruous in some fashion? Please, do clarify. I am fascinated, as most people likely are, in seeing how others view me. So far I have: I am not funny. Being ironic might make that better, do you not think?
Are you saying that I am cynical? Or mocking? I admit, I can at times be wry, but I do not perceive myself as being cynical. In fact I wrote at length about my penchant for trusting everyone around me. True, I've come to question that, but I do not think that points to cynicism, but rather learned behavior.
Or are you implying that I am incongruous in some fashion? Please, do clarify. I am fascinated, as most people likely are, in seeing how others view me. So far I have: I am not funny. Being ironic might make that better, do you not think?
Written By Niklas
June 20, 2018, 2:31 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
What's satire?
Written By Fairen
June 20, 2018, 2:26 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
You are a very ironic woman, Countess. Very ironic indeed.
Written By Reigna
June 20, 2018, 2:20 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
It is, is it not?
The only problem with it is that one can rarely invoke the charge of being supercilious without in turn being it yourself. So it is very much a 'hand with care' adjective. I, for instance, fall prey to it often. Just ask those in the Whites. I am *wretched* about it.
The only problem with it is that one can rarely invoke the charge of being supercilious without in turn being it yourself. So it is very much a 'hand with care' adjective. I, for instance, fall prey to it often. Just ask those in the Whites. I am *wretched* about it.
Written By Thena
June 20, 2018, 2:16 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
Supercilious! That’s an excellent word.
Written By Reigna
June 20, 2018, 2:12 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Fairen
And yet, instead of doing so yourself in a meaningful fashion, you instead erroneously claim that other gods were invoked within the topic and Limerance had been left out, as if those participating lacked a fundamental pillar of the conversation or understanding of the topic. When in fact none of the gods, or even the Faith had been broached at all.
But please, do continue to be supercilious.
But please, do continue to be supercilious.
Written By Thena
June 20, 2018, 2:11 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Fairen
Just stating that Limerance is not my go-to god when it comes to the question of lies, so I understand why it’s not anyone else’s.
Written By Fairen
June 20, 2018, 1:59 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
True, but integrity and honesty is a way of adhering to your vows. My comment was that Limerance should be brought into the conversation at some point, not particularly the focal point of it.
Written By Quenia
June 20, 2018, 1:31 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Derovai
I was speaking specifically to the cause of Aurelian. Who I was suppose to marry, but then . . . well, you've read the judgment, I'm sure. But, I do not feel the need to further explain when you see fit to twist things around to selfishness.
Written By Reigna
June 20, 2018, 1:27 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Niklas
Because lying is bad. It means your word cannot be trusted.
Oh... is this satire?
Am I being unfunny again?
Oh... is this satire?
Am I being unfunny again?
Written By Thena
June 20, 2018, 1:26 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Fairen
Perhaps it’s because truth and justice fall under the auspices of the Sentinel.
Written By Reigna
June 20, 2018, 1:26 p.m.(1/18/1009 AR)
Which other gods were called out? I have asked for a review of the journals concerning the topic of lying that I started but I am now wondering if I missed one.
I am always fascinated with the conversations and opinions that come from these sorts of questions and I think we serve our future generations well by recording these conversations in our Whites.
That being said, the impetus for this particular conversation was rooted in my disillusionment and despite the sated curiosity and mental distraction provided by these journals... I find I am still baffled at the ability some have to be so disingenuous. To present oneself as something, not once but repeatedly. To loudly proclaim something in a way that evokes an almost obligatory response from someone else and then turn around and within mere *days* display one's true motives? So blame a fissure on someone else's "failing" and then show the cause to be something entirely different, self-aggrandizing and beneficial? Something that would, in fact have taken weeks of planning and negotiation that flies in the face of other conversations and proclamations... it shows the true depths of dishonesty within someone.
I did not realize there were people so capable of frank and abject duplicity. Be this a lesson to me.
Trust is a gift I have given to each person I meet. I trust that they are not a villain. That their goals are aligned with the greater good. That when they speak, they do so from the heart and with honesty.
Sadly, I have to rethink this nature of mine.
I am always fascinated with the conversations and opinions that come from these sorts of questions and I think we serve our future generations well by recording these conversations in our Whites.
That being said, the impetus for this particular conversation was rooted in my disillusionment and despite the sated curiosity and mental distraction provided by these journals... I find I am still baffled at the ability some have to be so disingenuous. To present oneself as something, not once but repeatedly. To loudly proclaim something in a way that evokes an almost obligatory response from someone else and then turn around and within mere *days* display one's true motives? So blame a fissure on someone else's "failing" and then show the cause to be something entirely different, self-aggrandizing and beneficial? Something that would, in fact have taken weeks of planning and negotiation that flies in the face of other conversations and proclamations... it shows the true depths of dishonesty within someone.
I did not realize there were people so capable of frank and abject duplicity. Be this a lesson to me.
Trust is a gift I have given to each person I meet. I trust that they are not a villain. That their goals are aligned with the greater good. That when they speak, they do so from the heart and with honesty.
Sadly, I have to rethink this nature of mine.
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