Written By Fredrik
June 17, 2018, 12:14 p.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
From: the Desk of Lord Fredrik RedTyde
Subject: Snacks
Although I am unable to attend due to duties and meetings, I am sending along a fruit and cheese platter and a couple bottles of my finest rum for all who do wish to enjoy this. Not to diminish the gravity of the situation at all, of course. But the flurry of back and forths and heated discussions? Excellent, in many ways. Absolutely terrible in others.
Subject: Snacks
Although I am unable to attend due to duties and meetings, I am sending along a fruit and cheese platter and a couple bottles of my finest rum for all who do wish to enjoy this. Not to diminish the gravity of the situation at all, of course. But the flurry of back and forths and heated discussions? Excellent, in many ways. Absolutely terrible in others.
Written By Thena
June 17, 2018, 12:07 p.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
If anyone would like to enjoy free snacks while reading today’s Whites, I have had a spread set up in Solace Square.
Fine, Scholar. I /guess/ they can just eat them outside.
Fine, Scholar. I /guess/ they can just eat them outside.
Written By Rinel
June 17, 2018, 12:06 p.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
While I grieve for the loss of so many talented scholars, I cannot but praise the Dominus for his wisdom in this matter. I pray these restrictions will guide the errant children of the Compact deeper within the Faith.
Written By Belladonna
June 17, 2018, 12:02 p.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Rhea
Have you... have you ever heard anything at all about me? Truly? Is this your first experience? How droll.
Let me assure you, my people are well aware of my actions. They are also well aware that I will continue to provide for them, as I have done, through all the scandals that have touched this House. We are not called the 'Sins', for nothing.
And.. aren't you from one of those minor Nightgold branches that nobody heard anything about until you got into so much trouble that you were being sent away to some remote place where you couldn't damage your family's reputation anymore? And yet.. here you are... auspiciously Marquessa to a dead House left behind by a Prince. A -Lycene- Prince, I might add. How amusing that you're attempting to proselytize to -anyone- on proper behavior.
Let me assure you, my people are well aware of my actions. They are also well aware that I will continue to provide for them, as I have done, through all the scandals that have touched this House. We are not called the 'Sins', for nothing.
And.. aren't you from one of those minor Nightgold branches that nobody heard anything about until you got into so much trouble that you were being sent away to some remote place where you couldn't damage your family's reputation anymore? And yet.. here you are... auspiciously Marquessa to a dead House left behind by a Prince. A -Lycene- Prince, I might add. How amusing that you're attempting to proselytize to -anyone- on proper behavior.
Written By Jordan
June 17, 2018, 11:56 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
When arguing a topic, it's important to stick to the subject matter at hand rather than try to move it around by making implied associations.
I have no doubts that Fawkuhl was not a good man and was, in fact, wicked and likely influenced by something profane. But his deeds should not be reflected upon the Faith as an institution.
Not when religion is something built on tradition, on pre-established rites and hierarchies and when the people that swear into it have to give up so much: their inheritance, their family, their fealties. It is not an ordinary sacrifice. That they would want to keep the structural integrity of something they've given up so much to be a part of is not surprising.
And, besides, the Dominus' promulgation does not, in any way, impugn Shamanism from civic life nor does it bar shamans from creating their own organizations to pass down their traditions. Not in opposition of, but beside, the Faith, for those that ascribe in their beliefs.
In short, this isn't a Crusade being declared against Shamanism -- it is simply the exercise of stricter controls of who can pertain to the Faith's rosters at this present moment.
I have no doubts that Fawkuhl was not a good man and was, in fact, wicked and likely influenced by something profane. But his deeds should not be reflected upon the Faith as an institution.
Not when religion is something built on tradition, on pre-established rites and hierarchies and when the people that swear into it have to give up so much: their inheritance, their family, their fealties. It is not an ordinary sacrifice. That they would want to keep the structural integrity of something they've given up so much to be a part of is not surprising.
And, besides, the Dominus' promulgation does not, in any way, impugn Shamanism from civic life nor does it bar shamans from creating their own organizations to pass down their traditions. Not in opposition of, but beside, the Faith, for those that ascribe in their beliefs.
In short, this isn't a Crusade being declared against Shamanism -- it is simply the exercise of stricter controls of who can pertain to the Faith's rosters at this present moment.
Written By Riagnon
June 17, 2018, 11:54 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Rhea
Picnic? No, no, no! It was a cookout! ... I haven't been reading the things under your bed!
Written By Rhea
June 17, 2018, 11:52 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Belladonna
Well, okay. Have fun rabble rousing and explaining to the citizens of Setarco why you've been challenged by one of the most well-regarded men in the Compact!
Written By Belladonna
June 17, 2018, 11:43 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Rhea
Except I did. I did say that he was taken into custody. After the Convocation, the Iron Guard took Fawkhul into custody. Plain and simple. And no matter how you want to 'pretty' it up, Fawkhul had the title of Dominus removed from him. And given that I knew your cousin FAR better, and more intimately, than you ever could... I'll thank you to cease speaking on what he would have wanted. You clearly knew him not at all.
Written By Rhea
June 17, 2018, 11:39 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Belladonna
Yeah, but then nobody would have pointed out you were massively misrepresenting a matter of historical record! Since you seem to have acknowledged that Fawkuhl was neither A) taken into custody (perhaps the guards were having a picnic?) or B) stripped of his title (he was REPLACED, that's a very different and nicer word), I will consider my good deed for the day well done. I know my cousin wouldn't want you accidentally rabble rousing against an institution that was very important to him!
Written By Lorenzo
June 17, 2018, 11:37 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Princess Gwenna and I attended the Whisper Ball last night. As always, her company company was delightful, and Softest Bliss and Whisper House did an outstanding job hosting the event. Perhaps oddly, Gwenna and I did more talking about dancing than actual dancing, since neither of us wanted to spend the evening stepping on one another's toes. Perhaps I should add dance to the list of skills I need to learn. Why is my list getting longer instead of shorter?
Written By Belladonna
June 17, 2018, 11:36 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Orazio
Perhaps you should check my past postings yourself, Legate. I never claimed that Fawkhul was -charged- with Esera's murder, I said he murdered her. People -saw- him push her from the bridge. Or would you shame the memory of Archduchess Esera Velenosa by claiming that he -didn't- push her physically from the bridge? I myself stated that he was never put to trial, that there was no execution. That Fawkhul simply managed to 'disappear'. Which, if he has not and you are aware of where he -is-, that is information that I am sure everyone from the Iron Guard to the King's Own would love to know. Whether he chose to stand down or not, he still lost the title 'Dominus'.
As to the current situation. If Fawkhul is so innocent of wrongdoing as you seem to be implying that he is, then what is the harm in making the comparison? If he was innocent of all that he was accused of, shouldn't the comparison to the current Dominus then be a good one? Its only if you accept that Fawkhul was guilty of the accusations that the comparison turns ugly.
As to the current situation. If Fawkhul is so innocent of wrongdoing as you seem to be implying that he is, then what is the harm in making the comparison? If he was innocent of all that he was accused of, shouldn't the comparison to the current Dominus then be a good one? Its only if you accept that Fawkhul was guilty of the accusations that the comparison turns ugly.
Written By Orazio
June 17, 2018, 11:18 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Belladonna
To address the accusations that the Duchess Belladonna has passed off as truth regarding the previous Dominus, Brother Fawkuhl:
It is to be advised that the Duchess check her /own/ sources. The former Dominus was never formally charged with, and certainly not convicted, of any crime towards the Archduchess. And, speaking as the man who risked his life to call the Convocation which ended in Brother Fawkuhl choosing to stand down and face judgement for that accusation, to malign a man who never had the opportunity to face public resolution of what he was accused of is both foolish and deeply disrespectful.
And to suggest in /any/ way that Brother Fawkuhl's actions and the Dominus Aldwin's actions might be considered comparable is an insult to the Church itself. You may clarify your position in your recent entries and hopefully rectify your ignorance by doing a bit of quiet research into the matter before spouting off, or I will have the name of your Champion.
It is to be advised that the Duchess check her /own/ sources. The former Dominus was never formally charged with, and certainly not convicted, of any crime towards the Archduchess. And, speaking as the man who risked his life to call the Convocation which ended in Brother Fawkuhl choosing to stand down and face judgement for that accusation, to malign a man who never had the opportunity to face public resolution of what he was accused of is both foolish and deeply disrespectful.
And to suggest in /any/ way that Brother Fawkuhl's actions and the Dominus Aldwin's actions might be considered comparable is an insult to the Church itself. You may clarify your position in your recent entries and hopefully rectify your ignorance by doing a bit of quiet research into the matter before spouting off, or I will have the name of your Champion.
Written By Belladonna
June 17, 2018, 11:09 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Rhea
Then perhaps, my dear, you should leave the accounting to those of us who were actually present in the city and knew all the parties involved, instead of recollecting from a single written statement?
Esera was not absolved when she was killed, she had gone to meet the Dominus on Sovereign Bridge, to seek her absolution. When her words were not what the Dominus wanted to hear, he grew wrathful and pushed her from the bridge. The Dominus then fled to the rectory while the Convocation was called, with the Iron Guard standing just outside. With a new Dominus named, Fawkhul was stripped of his own title and taken into custody by the Iron Guard, as lead by Prince Ainsley Grayson and Prince Laric Grayson. From there, well... nobody quite knows. Or if they do, they aren't saying. But he wasn't given trial, nor sentenced, there was no execution. He simply disappeared.
The other High Lords, again, either paid their penance or, in some cases, died and their replacements had not been excommunicated in the first place.
Esera was not absolved when she was killed, she had gone to meet the Dominus on Sovereign Bridge, to seek her absolution. When her words were not what the Dominus wanted to hear, he grew wrathful and pushed her from the bridge. The Dominus then fled to the rectory while the Convocation was called, with the Iron Guard standing just outside. With a new Dominus named, Fawkhul was stripped of his own title and taken into custody by the Iron Guard, as lead by Prince Ainsley Grayson and Prince Laric Grayson. From there, well... nobody quite knows. Or if they do, they aren't saying. But he wasn't given trial, nor sentenced, there was no execution. He simply disappeared.
The other High Lords, again, either paid their penance or, in some cases, died and their replacements had not been excommunicated in the first place.
Written By Luca
June 17, 2018, 11:05 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Jorygg
Why Jorygg Crovane, that is just no way to talk to such a devout princess.
Any door would be honored, I am sure.
Any door would be honored, I am sure.
Written By Alis
June 17, 2018, 11:03 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
I have tried to take several days, so I can reasonably address those who might think the decision made against Aurelian was easy.
But, my temper does not easily cool when it comes to this matter. Any who think it was an -easy- decision, can take a long walk off a short pier. He was family for twenty years, so you can just go screw yourself if you think it was a decision taken at all lightly. You know nothing about my brother if you think he would take any matter of this magnitude and come to any decision easily.
I thank the rest of you for your compassion. I cannot bring myself to speak of my fond memories, because they were false. A cover, a ruse, a way to hide what was truly there.
But, my temper does not easily cool when it comes to this matter. Any who think it was an -easy- decision, can take a long walk off a short pier. He was family for twenty years, so you can just go screw yourself if you think it was a decision taken at all lightly. You know nothing about my brother if you think he would take any matter of this magnitude and come to any decision easily.
I thank the rest of you for your compassion. I cannot bring myself to speak of my fond memories, because they were false. A cover, a ruse, a way to hide what was truly there.
Written By Clara
June 17, 2018, 11:02 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Orazio
I can understand where the Faith is coming from even if I am entirely in disagreement with the decision. However, I must ask then how the Faith intends to accommodate those who wish to serve the Gods in an official capacity without giving up their traditions. What does The Faith suggest for those who want to serve the Faith and keep their ancestral traditions? We have a lot of upset people here so there naturally should be some diplomatic efforts in place to establish peace around it. A compromise that can be struck to make people feel they are serving the Gods how they feel called to serve.
Written By Ignacio
June 17, 2018, 11 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aahana
What a wonderfully talented woman. I believe she will bring greatness to her House.
Written By Ignacio
June 17, 2018, 10:59 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Wonderful Reunions (Week 19)
I have been making a lot of progress in my planning and work. It seems like an endless task and it keeps me very busy. However, a wonderful reprieve as my wife has returned from Tor. I do believe I will need to take a few days off.
I have been making a lot of progress in my planning and work. It seems like an endless task and it keeps me very busy. However, a wonderful reprieve as my wife has returned from Tor. I do believe I will need to take a few days off.
Written By Fredrik
June 17, 2018, 10:51 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Orazio
From: The Desk of Lord Fredrik RedTyde
Subject: Clarification
I am not a religious scholar, and while I love the Gods as much as most Islanders, and consider myself their servant, I do not dedicate nearly the time or attention that those of the church do to parsing religious matters, so I ask this earnest question in hopes of clarification.
In your Journal post (see post by Orazio of this same date), you said that it was an 'unfortunate trend' of recent years to induct Shav tribes while allowing to them to 'keep their own religions'. Those religions are, by and large, Shamanism. Which, in the North where many of these recent inductions have occured, is, as you say later in your own journal, completely within the bounds of the treaty with the North. Can you reconcile this for me? Are they allowed to keep their faith, or are they not? I understand that they must, of course, recognize Limerance due to swearing an oath on such, as well as recognizing the faith and traditions of the Compact, but this seems something of a contradiction on the surface.
Now of course, if you merely meant that Prodigals are being accepted without being told anything about the Faith of the Compact? Then of course, that is a very valid point, all who bend the knee should be instructed on this and the other salient points of joining with our august coalition.
Subject: Clarification
I am not a religious scholar, and while I love the Gods as much as most Islanders, and consider myself their servant, I do not dedicate nearly the time or attention that those of the church do to parsing religious matters, so I ask this earnest question in hopes of clarification.
In your Journal post (see post by Orazio of this same date), you said that it was an 'unfortunate trend' of recent years to induct Shav tribes while allowing to them to 'keep their own religions'. Those religions are, by and large, Shamanism. Which, in the North where many of these recent inductions have occured, is, as you say later in your own journal, completely within the bounds of the treaty with the North. Can you reconcile this for me? Are they allowed to keep their faith, or are they not? I understand that they must, of course, recognize Limerance due to swearing an oath on such, as well as recognizing the faith and traditions of the Compact, but this seems something of a contradiction on the surface.
Now of course, if you merely meant that Prodigals are being accepted without being told anything about the Faith of the Compact? Then of course, that is a very valid point, all who bend the knee should be instructed on this and the other salient points of joining with our august coalition.
Written By Clara
June 17, 2018, 10:42 a.m.(1/12/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Preston
Speak for yourself. I speak to my plants and thank my herbs all the time.
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