Written By Adalyn
Aug. 23, 2020, 10 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
The jousting tournament was absolutely exhilarating, just the change of pace I needed. It was a thrill to watch Lady Amari and Lady Jael face off, then to witness Lady Jael joust against my father. I thought Papa would burst with pride by the end of it. There were so many other exciting pairings to watch as well.
It was an absolute privilege and honor to compete among such incredibly skilled, fierce competitors in an event to honor Gloria.
It was an absolute privilege and honor to compete among such incredibly skilled, fierce competitors in an event to honor Gloria.
Written By Sabella
Aug. 23, 2020, 9:46 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
The King seems to think that wearing tiaras at a jaunty angle is a thing.
I suppose if anyone is going to start a trend it may as well be him, though!
I suppose if anyone is going to start a trend it may as well be him, though!
Written By Michael
Aug. 23, 2020, 9:35 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
Friends and family of mine seem to have all encountered a certain someone who is exceedingly off-putting.
Written By Sabella
Aug. 23, 2020, 9:33 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
Lady Emily's First Frost Festival at the Deepwood Grounds was quite lovely! I was able to make it for the archery contest, which Prince Kenjay did a fantastic job calling, and was very impressed with the skill shown by all the competitors!
All in all it was a wonderful time and now I am here, writing this journal and partaking of this delightful cider I got as a gift for attending!
All in all it was a wonderful time and now I am here, writing this journal and partaking of this delightful cider I got as a gift for attending!
Written By Corban
Aug. 23, 2020, 9:24 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
What a wonderful joust that Duke Cristoph held together with Legate Cassandra and the High Lord Alis the other day. The jousters were in fine form, and it was a hard fought battle that ultimately led to Lady Adalyn's brilliant victory.
Rosie was in perfect form as one might imagine, and well-earned the apple that was her reward after. And although I wish I had advanced further than the second round, I can only say fine things about Dame Bree who unhorsed me. Her aim was true and strong, and mine, though it would have likely struck down any other rider in the contest, was not enough in the moment. I raise my lance to her skill.
Rosie was in perfect form as one might imagine, and well-earned the apple that was her reward after. And although I wish I had advanced further than the second round, I can only say fine things about Dame Bree who unhorsed me. Her aim was true and strong, and mine, though it would have likely struck down any other rider in the contest, was not enough in the moment. I raise my lance to her skill.
Written By Haakon
Aug. 23, 2020, 9:24 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
Hear this:
I prepare a third reaving into the Near Saffron Isles against Gildorian slavers and their allies, to take their lives, take their ships, and free their slaves. Let all those with a ship or a sword and the will to use them send me word.
I prepare a third reaving into the Near Saffron Isles against Gildorian slavers and their allies, to take their lives, take their ships, and free their slaves. Let all those with a ship or a sword and the will to use them send me word.
Written By Bhandn
Aug. 23, 2020, 9:15 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
I'm not one for writing about matters such as this, but I was encouraged to do so by an unexpected provocateur.
Today I managed to find a great deal of bacon at one of the butchers, and I bought the entire lot. Before I knew it, it was cooked and eaten, with several large eggs I also procured along with some fine black tea and, yes, coffee. A small repayment for kindness is the least that I could do for the Grandmaster and the others after what happened recently.
Already I find myself diverging towards that topic, and the look I'm being given is rather startling to see. The lad won't like me talking about his glowering here, but if he's opening up even more, than eventually he'll find that people have plenty to say, and to write, about others. Let this be the first public record that I couldn't be prouder of the progress which Aendal Ferrin has shown since I took him in. You have so much potential in you, and all you need is the will to achieve it.
Today I managed to find a great deal of bacon at one of the butchers, and I bought the entire lot. Before I knew it, it was cooked and eaten, with several large eggs I also procured along with some fine black tea and, yes, coffee. A small repayment for kindness is the least that I could do for the Grandmaster and the others after what happened recently.
Already I find myself diverging towards that topic, and the look I'm being given is rather startling to see. The lad won't like me talking about his glowering here, but if he's opening up even more, than eventually he'll find that people have plenty to say, and to write, about others. Let this be the first public record that I couldn't be prouder of the progress which Aendal Ferrin has shown since I took him in. You have so much potential in you, and all you need is the will to achieve it.
Written By Porter
Aug. 23, 2020, 8:56 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Bree
I need to know more about roses in caves. Where did it come from??
Written By Scarlett
Aug. 23, 2020, 8:36 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
I have had a vision, a dream... a dream of a beautiful place where there is always music in the air and trade and discourse flow like a waterfall, coming down the mountains. Or what I imagine it looks like. I have never seen one.
Written By Theophania
Aug. 23, 2020, 8:35 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
I really regret missing the joust! I enjoy watching, even if the atmosphere can get a little... intense, for my tastes. It's good fun.
Written By Wash
Aug. 23, 2020, 8:32 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
Work goes apace on the dockyard outside of Arx. I am learning a lot about building underwater. It must be nice to be able to breathe there, do the work without any uncertainty. For now, I only know that the rocks that I cannot see are properly settled if the rocks I can see stay where I want them. It's a little bit of learning as I go and a lot of overcoming setbacks by redoubling one's efforts.
Written By Kritr
Aug. 23, 2020, 8:29 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
Losing oneself in work is the best remedy for mushy thoughts. Even better when failing the work could be harmful to your health. When you have almost no spare time for thinking about certainty, the time you can spend in thought tends to be crystal clear, unwasted on what may be, or what was, only what is next.
Written By Noah
Aug. 23, 2020, 8:24 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Kaia
Lady Kaia Malvici is truly a lady among ladies. I remember her fondly from youth, before her marriage. She was different then, I almost did not recognize the woman she has blossomed into. Glorious is the only word that comes to mind. She is effortless as she serves a drink. She is refined elegance. I look forward to our next conversation.
Written By Lisebet
Aug. 23, 2020, 8 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
I spent time in the Shrine of Vellichor, praying and reflecting on things. It seems strange to say, but as much as I admire Vellichor, still I wonder if discipleship of Vellichor is for me. Since I'm still not sure, I think I will continue my visits to the various shrines, moving on now. It's interesting to think about the meaning of such dedication, service to a god.
It leads me to consider what I want to do, and what I want to be. Where do I want to spend my time?
Why are there always more questions than answers?
It leads me to consider what I want to do, and what I want to be. Where do I want to spend my time?
Why are there always more questions than answers?
Written By Derovai
Aug. 23, 2020, 7:31 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Piccola
War philosophy is something I occasionally find interesting, if only out of idle curiosity. There are a great many things that I would argue about in your journals, all of them pedantic, unimportant, and almost certainly wrong. I feel confident in saying, however, that ideas are every bit as important when it comes to war as physical weapons, and even more important when it comes to keeping whatever such wars gain. Freedom is an idea as well as an ideal, a path as well as a desired destination.
Tyrants do not respect a great many things beyond physical power. It is something that tends to lead to their downfall.
Tyrants do not respect a great many things beyond physical power. It is something that tends to lead to their downfall.
Written By Raja
Aug. 23, 2020, 7:23 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
Ras is a dolt. I hope he reads this. He doesn't like being called a dolt. I guess that is the nature of our relationship. In spite of his doltiness, I have seen him do good things for people. I have seen him shelter the hungry in the dead of winter, spending ever copper he earns in feeding them. I have seen him stand up and protect the underdog. Maybe if he stops being a dolt, then he will stop doing dolt actions like breaking sanctuary. I know there is a good side in him. I hope in his journey for redemption, he forgets how to be a dolt and learns how to become something greater.
Written By Mayir
Aug. 23, 2020, 7:09 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
For adventure and action, there is None Greater Than Perronne Amboise! And the best at being my best friend!
And Fortunato and Auda are great co-adventurers!
And Fortunato and Auda are great co-adventurers!
Written By Filshiar
Aug. 23, 2020, 7:02 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
For my participation in Valardin's Rite of Gloria joust, I received a lovely figurine of my mount, Farstride. As a gift this was much appreciated and I shall display it proudly. It also gives me opportunity to reflect on the time I have spent in the company of Farstride in our journies. She was my family's gift to me when I rode south with Prince Darren's forces in my first campaign as a warrior, when I left the Northlands to fight the Silence in the Siege of Arx. She has carried me throughout the Compact in my service to King Alaric since I took the oath to serve the King's Own, and was beside me when I battled the Gyre's forces. There is a comradeship between a rider and their warhorse which is difficult to describe if one has not known this bond. I cannot describe it with proper eloquence myself, but I am gladdened that there is now a small statue in tribute to her that I can enjoy.
Written By Aine
Aug. 23, 2020, 6:53 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
I think perhaps it is time to involve myself more with the Faith of the Pantheon. A discipleship perhaps? I can sweep a shrine. Well, I think I can. It doesn't look all that difficult.
Written By Belladonna
Aug. 23, 2020, 6:50 p.m.(11/22/1013 AR)
I have never signed off on a war I was eager to take part in, but alas, blood is the currency of greatness. It is one of the fundamental laws of this world, and ready is she who braves the path early, and often.
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