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Written By Arcadia

Oct. 7, 2019, 10:36 p.m.(12/21/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Porter

Does anyone have a remedy to remove squid ink? My skin is a deep shade of blue.

I have tried bathing in alcohol and while it has lessened the effect of the ink. It's still there.

I will also pay if anyone can think of a prank that tops this.

Written By Cahal

Oct. 7, 2019, 8:26 p.m.(12/21/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Shard

You made the hard choice when we had reached stalemate in a difficult situation.
Whilst I am not entirely happy about you taking the decision without me.
You should know that I do believe it was the right one.
Thank you.

Written By Aureth

Oct. 7, 2019, 8:07 p.m.(12/21/1011 AR)

I strongly advise the public not to publicly profess adherence to the works of excommunicated heretics who have refused to repent.

I was going to write more, but honestly that's it. That's all I've got. Do not do this.

Written By Cristoph

Oct. 7, 2019, 7:15 p.m.(12/21/1011 AR)

I celebrated another birthday this year, among friends and family. We had an excellent time jousting and while I didn't even make it beyond the first round at our little tourney, I was able to win against my sister and Lady Amari later on for fun. Which to be clear, is no small thing. Both are excellent riders, Lady Amari has clearly been spending more time with Baron Norwood.

Written By Sparte

Oct. 7, 2019, 3:48 p.m.(12/21/1011 AR)

I found Dame Tom, she's been raising a second litter of stoats out by the Lodge. She seems fine, but I figure too many people who adopted stoats last time were lousy parents to them. I won't be adopting them out to anyone this time, you want to win over a stoat you've got to do it yourself.

But if you're serious about it, I'll introduce you to the litter.

Written By Martino

Oct. 7, 2019, 3:44 p.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Arcadia

The Countess is correct that jokes about people carrying bastard children are gauche, at best, and especially when rightly called out at the time.

To lie, however, to ensure protect yourself and to avoid an apology is an act of shameful, selfishness.

That, truly, earns a high mark of disrespect.

Written By Preston

Oct. 7, 2019, 1:14 p.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Tyrus

I think there are two points I would clarify. The first is that obviously I speak from the view of the Orthodoxy on that - there are variations in doctrine, that approach is my own. The second is that there is a difference, I think that you acknowledge, between asking questions for understanding and questioning the nature of something. The Godsworn are there to help guide people, to educate them on what things are with the divine, and the ways of our people - I would encourage all to speak to the Archlectors, the Legates, the other Godsworn in the city - it is a boon to have so many here, to be able to discover all the facets of the Gods from those most learned. It is questioning the nature of things, of doubting, those fundamental truths which gives me discomfort - that is all.

Written By Icelyn

Oct. 7, 2019, 11:15 a.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

I taste the ghost of the mountain air in Arx. But here the smells are chimney smoke and rotting leaves, no pine - no snow - no brittle shelves of ice.

I feel the need to go - somewhere. To do - something. To wake myself up while the rest of nature begins to fall asleep.

Written By Willow

Oct. 7, 2019, 11:15 a.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Elisha

Poetry like that is the reason why despite my love of and admitted admiration for the works of Lord Rysen who I consider a dear friend, I must honestly say you are my favorite poet in the Compact. Because powerful art forces you to examine things you /know/ you know, and look at them with new eyes.

As controversial as the subject matter may be considered, it is true that Freedom means both the freedom to do good and ill. And it is worth examining that some people's freedom has a different worth and scope and cost than that of others. That it is a Choice that mankind makes when one oppresses another or forces another to suffer.

You have a level of insight that I don't rightly know you are often enough credited for. And a rare level of bravery to continue questioning, examining all aspects of that which we hold dear. While I don't believe anyone would consider that freedom and ability to Choose any less sacred or holy, it may well lead others to think more about the choices that they do in fact make.

Perhaps you should speak to Archlector Vayne if you have not yet, because I understand the Mirrormasks are a perfect place for that sort of examination. If you come to a point where you are no longer excommunicated, that is.

Written By Alecstazi

Oct. 7, 2019, 10:02 a.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Eleanor

I did not design the system, nor, if you may recall, did I say that it was without flaw. But just because something has flaws does not mean it has no merit either. Change, I believe is a viable option. Refining a system is oft better than simply abandoning it entirely.

This is all conjecture, however, as the High Lord has made his promise, and like any honorable personage, shall be keeping it.

I simply challenge the apparent groundswell of righteousness to point out that these people that so often get labeled as innocent victims are, by and large, nothing of the sort.

Written By Fortunato

Oct. 7, 2019, 9:34 a.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

There is a kind of artist
Who paints a clever painting.
“I have depicted the world as it truly is!”
He cries.
And though he walks a thousand new
Landscapes
He will be blind
To any piece of the Dream
That does not match his canvas.

Written By Riagnon

Oct. 7, 2019, 9:22 a.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

Being married is so different than not! A world turned upside-down! No, I do not know what Kenna is doing right now.

Written By Llewella

Oct. 7, 2019, 9:11 a.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

The harvest of this year's cherry groves has increased over the previous years. The increase in freed thralls that have come to Astarrea to take part in our traditions are to thank for this. They have brought different ideas with them as well as more labor to use, meaning fewer issues with the trees and more hands to harvest the fruits. I have sent word back to Vera that she should expect to see an increase in price per bushel to make up for the additional labor used.

The mines have seen an uptick as well. A new charter was granted to a company of entirely freed-thralls and they have struck upon several veins.

At the same time, piracy continues to take its toll. We will have to step up our patrols along the trade routes to compensate, which means a need for additional taxes on the goods that come and go from Astarrea's harbor. That one bears some thought before implementation. Perhaps the new headquarters for the Redwood Mercs will help curtail a little of the lawlessness.

Llewella Melaeris
1011/12/20 AR

Written By Preston

Oct. 7, 2019, 9:02 a.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Jeffeth

Dame Thena's guidance I'm sure will be missed - though I am certain the Solace will have an able commander in her whenever she is needed. I am also confident that though no doubt he will be different to Dame Thena, as Dame Thena and I were different to those Grandmasters who came before us, Sir Jeffeth will give all that he is to ensuring the success of the Knights of Solace and fighting for the Gods. It is that commitment that is consistent across the Grandmasters of the two orders, and which is so necessary.

Written By Shard

Oct. 7, 2019, 6:31 a.m.(12/20/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Reigna

I've never cared for it. None of the people I've shot over the years seem to have liked it much either.

Written By Braith

Oct. 7, 2019, 12:30 a.m.(12/19/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Theron

You.

There is so much to say and yet, I won't. I think we are both going to be the making of each other and it will be a fun adventure.

One for the remainder of our years.

Which probably means few as we are both likely to die young considering our tendencies.

Cheers to my husband.

Written By Braith

Oct. 7, 2019, 12:29 a.m.(12/19/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Hadrian

Who could have guessed your foresight would have both tested and my intended at great lengths. I am not sure I know of any other road to betrothal so filled with tests and uncertainties. Worth it though if might say so and you are far too clever and plotting for your own good. Now I must learn to dance with you from a day to day basis.

This should be fun.

Challenge accepted.

Written By Braith

Oct. 7, 2019, 12:25 a.m.(12/19/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Cambria

Making changes is not always something that comes easily. Especially when one leaves a home they have known all their life. But this change in the recent days of moving to Mazetti from Sanna has been rather surreal and not in a bad way. My new home has been welcoming and all together warm in my reception among them. I could not ask for more of them. All things considered House Mazetti is something of a gem if I might say so.

Written By Corban

Oct. 6, 2019, 11:01 p.m.(12/19/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Hana

These last weeks I have truly grown to appreciate the alaricite blade that Weaponsmith Hana forged for me. I asked for no embellishment. Just the gleaming silver color that befits my office.

It is a superb weapon and I could not be happier with it.

Written By Galen

Oct. 6, 2019, 10:52 p.m.(12/19/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Karina

If anyone has need of something painted I would highly suggest seeking out Karina. Her work is truly divine.

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