Written By Fortunato
June 10, 2018, 5:36 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Pasquale
Pasquale. A man of thoughtful reserve who loves Limerance. Limerance is a god I often struggle with, having no fealty, unlikely to marry, my love diffuse, but when I speak to a man like Pasquale, I understand the power of the vow. I understand the power of swearing yourself to a house, a concept, an aspiration that you love and long to serve and fulfill. I understand how a passion may lend itself to constraint and focus and thus become stronger. I am glad to be this man's friend.
Written By Ahrsen
June 10, 2018, 5:29 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Getting a good group of mercs together is harder than I thought. I put out the call but not many have answered, except for pretty girls. Come on you scallywags, sign up for gold, treasure, adventure!
Written By Laric
June 10, 2018, 5:17 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
'Balance'. It's a powerful concept, but one that hinges entirely on its context. You cannot truly discuss 'balance' without first discussing what it means to what you apply it to. Take this example: when planning a construction, an architect must carefully consider its shape and the weight of their materials. If they do not ensure a balance, the construction will eventually collapse under its own weight. There must be equilibrium. A monument or home crumbling of its own accord is a terrible thing to behold, but they are often mistakes. Perhaps the architect failed to take something into account, or perhaps the builders or suppliers cut a corner and compromised the architect's vision.
But let's apply it much more broadly, concepts they are often attached to. Good and evil. Elysia and the Abyss. Can they achieve an architect's 'balance'? Equilibrium? Everlasting harmony? Let's say for a moment they could, as idealistic as that may be.
Adversity and challenge are what drive change and progress. A permanent balance of good and evil would be stasis, antithetical to Lagoma's teachings. Without progress there is no learning; a spit in the face of Vellichor.
Would the enforcers and guardians of this balance impose their will on the world, removing choice to ensure their balance? This would be antithetical to not just Skald's teachings, but also Gloria and the Sentinel. The death of choice is tyranny, and tyranny - no matter whatever good intentions may drive it - is unjust.
When applied to good and evil, that sort of balance - an equilibrium - is undeniably evil. It is a deliberate act, not a mistake.
Archscholar Py wrote on the subject once, and he wrote poignantly. The balance of good and evil is a swinging pendulum, a constant give and take, an unending push and pull. It is foolish to try and interfere with its movement on any grand scale. There is no safety in the center of the pendulum.
Good and evil are concepts greater than any of us, and I think it is the height of hubris to assume mastery over either. The best any one soul can do is to live their life fully, facing whatever consequences may arise from it.
But let's apply it much more broadly, concepts they are often attached to. Good and evil. Elysia and the Abyss. Can they achieve an architect's 'balance'? Equilibrium? Everlasting harmony? Let's say for a moment they could, as idealistic as that may be.
Adversity and challenge are what drive change and progress. A permanent balance of good and evil would be stasis, antithetical to Lagoma's teachings. Without progress there is no learning; a spit in the face of Vellichor.
Would the enforcers and guardians of this balance impose their will on the world, removing choice to ensure their balance? This would be antithetical to not just Skald's teachings, but also Gloria and the Sentinel. The death of choice is tyranny, and tyranny - no matter whatever good intentions may drive it - is unjust.
When applied to good and evil, that sort of balance - an equilibrium - is undeniably evil. It is a deliberate act, not a mistake.
Archscholar Py wrote on the subject once, and he wrote poignantly. The balance of good and evil is a swinging pendulum, a constant give and take, an unending push and pull. It is foolish to try and interfere with its movement on any grand scale. There is no safety in the center of the pendulum.
Good and evil are concepts greater than any of us, and I think it is the height of hubris to assume mastery over either. The best any one soul can do is to live their life fully, facing whatever consequences may arise from it.
Written By Alban
June 10, 2018, 5:10 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Bold Expressions will be having it's grand opening soon. I went there the other day to meet with Liliana, Becka, Ryhalt and Petal.
Written By Leola
June 10, 2018, 4:58 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
The Lodge has acquired a greenhouse, courtesy of Mistress Penrose. It looks comfortable enough, as well as letting us grow things as we would in the Saiklands.
I might move in there in winter, if it gets any warmer
I might move in there in winter, if it gets any warmer
Written By Ida
June 10, 2018, 4:45 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Oaths and steel - you KNOW I don't want to already barge into his room without invitation! There are some places big sisters need not tread. Besides, I think he keeps pies under his bed, too. Are they in the pies?
Written By Ida
June 10, 2018, 4:44 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Austen
Truly, I have the most wonderful brother in all of Arx. To learn all these years later that he used to sneak off to listen to me at the forge when we were young and living in our small hamlet outside of Sanctum - I can't put it to words. There are nine years between us, so I was already apprenticed while he was barely knee-high to a war elk.
Building the room just feels like bringing a bit of those younger years back, in a way. You are very welcome, Austen, and thank you for letting me do it. Though I did fail to mention Guildmaster Joscelin's pranks...oops.
Building the room just feels like bringing a bit of those younger years back, in a way. You are very welcome, Austen, and thank you for letting me do it. Though I did fail to mention Guildmaster Joscelin's pranks...oops.
Written By Kaine
June 10, 2018, 4:30 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
I've been hard at work on my charitable project in the shop. It's going rather well so far! I hope everything pans out for the absolute best.
Written By Joscelin
June 10, 2018, 4:20 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ida
If you're looking for all your hammers, check under Austen's bed.
Written By Joscelin
June 10, 2018, 4:19 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Austen
I play pranks on your sister all the time.
Just off her forge, you say?
Just off her forge, you say?
Written By Melody
June 10, 2018, 3:57 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Barik
An empowered woman?
A trickster with her poisons?
Definitely not me, I'm nothing more than a woman who is far too fond of the softest things.
-- I'll collect my winnings tonight.
A trickster with her poisons?
Definitely not me, I'm nothing more than a woman who is far too fond of the softest things.
-- I'll collect my winnings tonight.
Written By Ailith
June 10, 2018, 3:50 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
I may come to regret asking this, but what is everyone's favorite sea shanty? I'm asking for a friend who may or may not be indulging this evening.
Written By Karadoc
June 10, 2018, 3:16 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Duels: It's not the where - the why - it's the who. Who shows up. Who talks. Who associates with whomever else. How they greet and gab and laugh. Every little thing about them. So much to be learned from who.
Written By Coraline
June 10, 2018, 2:22 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Cassima
Happy birthday sis, present incoming shortly. Don't worry it is nothing living.
Written By Coraline
June 10, 2018, 2:21 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Elara
Oh! He likes me? Those are all great ideas, where are good ride spots? I am certain he would enjoy the jousting, that is a lot of fun for the rider as well.
Written By Coraline
June 10, 2018, 2:19 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Caith
That isn't a bad name, in fact maybe when he is being particularly irritating I can call him that!
Written By Kael
June 10, 2018, 1:12 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Thank you to all that attended the grand opening of the Academy of War Headquarters. I could not be more pleased with the participation and the interest in the organization, and I hope that together we will do great things.
Written By Austen
June 10, 2018, 12:20 p.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ida
My sister has always looked after me. Even when she doesn't know that she's doing it. When I was a child, if I could not sleep I would hide above the forge, listening to her work, and I would sleep soundly. She never knew until last week, when I told her.
Now she has had a room constructed for me just off her shop. I am more grateful than I can express in words.
Thank you, Ida.
Now she has had a room constructed for me just off her shop. I am more grateful than I can express in words.
Thank you, Ida.
Written By Edward
June 10, 2018, 10:53 a.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Cassima
Told you so.
Written By Edward
June 10, 2018, 10:51 a.m.(12/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Skye
I believe you have exceeded above and beyond the simple goal you set out for yourself many months ago.
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