Written By Lucita
July 1, 2019, 10:34 a.m.(5/19/1011 AR)
Interesting that answers only provoke more questions.
Written By Gwenna
July 1, 2019, 9:55 a.m.(5/19/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Elgana
What can possibly be said about my cousin, Princess Elgana, that will do her any credible justice? She is one of the cleverest people I know and makes hosting and social gatherings look like child's play. A formidable mind, too, she is someone that I think I might always be able to go to when I've grander questions or just need an objective mind to help me with something. Beyond being family, her contributions to House Redrain are ones I am so very, very grateful for; truly, I am blessed to have her as both family and a fellow leader in our House. What I am most fortunate for, though, is that I get to call her one of my dearest friends atop all of that.
Written By Ida
July 1, 2019, 9:47 a.m.(5/19/1011 AR)
It was a rather productive week with a couple of projects that were both fun to work on as well as for a good cause in one of the cases. The ladybug hairpins for Princess Tikva, even though done on a whim for my patron, were pretty cute and I'm glad her words brought such quick inspiration.
I hope to restock the shop with more of the hairpins and once again donate a third of the gross profits to the Harlequins, but I also have commissions I need to really buckle down and get done. I don't like turning down commissions, but I can't in good conscious take new ones when I've so many waiting completion.
I hope Joscelin's travels are exciting and going smoothly. She promised to write when she arrives and I greatly look forward to knowing when she is safe and settled where ever it is that called her.
Dame Morrighan gifted me with an absolutely gorgeous tapestry depicting our beloved former Guildmaster and it truly looks like it belonged in my library all along.
I hope to restock the shop with more of the hairpins and once again donate a third of the gross profits to the Harlequins, but I also have commissions I need to really buckle down and get done. I don't like turning down commissions, but I can't in good conscious take new ones when I've so many waiting completion.
I hope Joscelin's travels are exciting and going smoothly. She promised to write when she arrives and I greatly look forward to knowing when she is safe and settled where ever it is that called her.
Dame Morrighan gifted me with an absolutely gorgeous tapestry depicting our beloved former Guildmaster and it truly looks like it belonged in my library all along.
Written By Mabelle
July 1, 2019, 6:51 a.m.(5/19/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Vega
My heartfelt congratulations to Princess Vega and Prince Raimon on the birth of their long awaited first child.
I shall pray to child will grow up in the image of his father and be as lovely as his mother.
I lament I was not there to see the miracle. I'm glad you never left the city!
I shall pray to child will grow up in the image of his father and be as lovely as his mother.
I lament I was not there to see the miracle. I'm glad you never left the city!
Written By Preston
July 1, 2019, 6:02 a.m.(5/19/1011 AR)
The words of Father Aureth are important and bear repeating - whatever these foreign emissaries say, understand the context and the viewpoint through which all truth is filtered for them. And where they might mislead, the only pure truth is the Gods, after all.
Also understand despite what they say, or pretend as though they are offering us help, their focus is themselves and we are tools for that. I have made no secret in the past that I trust no-one who does not worship our Gods, no-one would expect anything different of me, but even in a lie there is information about a person and their intent. Something to learn.
Also understand despite what they say, or pretend as though they are offering us help, their focus is themselves and we are tools for that. I have made no secret in the past that I trust no-one who does not worship our Gods, no-one would expect anything different of me, but even in a lie there is information about a person and their intent. Something to learn.
Written By Samithel
July 1, 2019, 1:11 a.m.(5/19/1011 AR)
It was a warm spring day; surprisingly warm, especially with so many in the lecture hall at the academy. And of course, strangely turbulent skies. There were some emissaries from Cardia in the Vellichorian Academy--a praetor named Marcus of house Sulla and his…complement, Petraea of house Livy. She may have called herself a tribune? There were many strange names which I could not put to paper for lack of understanding of the language. It is enough to raise an epoch of questions. More practically, why did Marcus allow Petraea to accompany him?
There was some conversation of a small argument regarding her attendance, but it is clear they do not see eye to eye in many issues, and yet there she stood, answering questions along side him. Petraea is either poor with her masks or far better at this noble dance than he. It is almost as if she is the true diplomat, and he some kind of warlord.
Certainly his misuse of the word rabble did not win any favors with the nobles. Could he not tell how little they cared about his wish to keep Jad-airal off Arvum? Surely he could tell some questions were specifically searching for weaknesses, otherwise he would not have been so vague. Why is Arvum neutral ground, and why would they break it to destroy a house Darkwater?
Still, it was nice to witness moments of humanity--they do not care for their losses, and Marcus finds sentimental value in his Sundyr sword. There seems to be a title associated with it. Would it make him Marcus of house Sulla, Sword of the Black Spire? He is almost surely not the lord in the skylord relationship. They like adding the word sky to nearly anything. Maybe there is a story there, too, particularly considering those things which they do not feel beholden to.
There was some conversation of a small argument regarding her attendance, but it is clear they do not see eye to eye in many issues, and yet there she stood, answering questions along side him. Petraea is either poor with her masks or far better at this noble dance than he. It is almost as if she is the true diplomat, and he some kind of warlord.
Certainly his misuse of the word rabble did not win any favors with the nobles. Could he not tell how little they cared about his wish to keep Jad-airal off Arvum? Surely he could tell some questions were specifically searching for weaknesses, otherwise he would not have been so vague. Why is Arvum neutral ground, and why would they break it to destroy a house Darkwater?
Still, it was nice to witness moments of humanity--they do not care for their losses, and Marcus finds sentimental value in his Sundyr sword. There seems to be a title associated with it. Would it make him Marcus of house Sulla, Sword of the Black Spire? He is almost surely not the lord in the skylord relationship. They like adding the word sky to nearly anything. Maybe there is a story there, too, particularly considering those things which they do not feel beholden to.
Written By Rowenova
July 1, 2019, 12:21 a.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
To the Guildmaster Emeritus Joscelin Arterius,
Although we only met a few times, I will never forget that one day last week during which you brightened up my whole day after darker hours before then.
Thank you so much.
Although we only met a few times, I will never forget that one day last week during which you brightened up my whole day after darker hours before then.
Thank you so much.
Written By Shiara
July 1, 2019, 12:13 a.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
I see so many people with pets in the city, it makes me wonder. Where do they get them? I've neither the skill nor the patience, I think, to tame an animal. Although now that I say that I sincerely need to know....raccoons can't be that hard to get along with and train? They love treats!
Scamp, go bring me home a friend now.
Scamp, go bring me home a friend now.
Written By Shiara
July 1, 2019, 12:12 a.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Tallius
I will get you back for this I promise!!!
Written By Bliss
July 1, 2019, 12:09 a.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
On another, quick note - I think there is very little that makes me sigh heavier than elitism over what other people write in their White Journals. We all keep our records as best we can, and the things that seems the silliest and least sensible can have the most meaning for us, or those who are trying to find out who we were. Even our history should be told a certain way in order to have flavor, and a lack of spice will utterly ruin many meals. Of course, if you wish to simply be as flavorful as a bowl of wheat shreddings, it is not my prerogative to tell you to do otherwise.
Written By Bliss
July 1, 2019, 12:07 a.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
Slow steps forward. A few personal projects that are underway, which I am curious to see how they will turn out, while I seek other things. Conversations and meetings and so many things, and beneath it all, I have to say -
I just really want to go out and have a drink. I should do that soon, within the next week.
I just really want to go out and have a drink. I should do that soon, within the next week.
Written By Rowenova
July 1, 2019, 12:02 a.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
In the alchemy laboratory, I whipped up New Shampoo with cedar scents from the woodsy areas around Cascade Springs for Sir Floppington: he is so sleek!
Thank you to my Lovely Patron for kindly introducing me to His Majesty. Meanwhile, I carefully consider potential proteges of my own these days.
Thank you to Mistress Petal for graciously hosting the Lilies and Prayers at the Lodge of Petrichor. On Honor Walk, Nextdoor Neighbors and I have been carefully transplanting the lily plants which were given away into our respective gardens. They are so lovely!
Meanwhile, Mistress Lottie has been baking up Northern-style treats which are absolutely amazing! Thank you so much! (She, too, has a lovely garden.)
Thank you to my Lovely Patron for kindly introducing me to His Majesty. Meanwhile, I carefully consider potential proteges of my own these days.
Thank you to Mistress Petal for graciously hosting the Lilies and Prayers at the Lodge of Petrichor. On Honor Walk, Nextdoor Neighbors and I have been carefully transplanting the lily plants which were given away into our respective gardens. They are so lovely!
Meanwhile, Mistress Lottie has been baking up Northern-style treats which are absolutely amazing! Thank you so much! (She, too, has a lovely garden.)
Written By Tyche
June 30, 2019, 11:53 p.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
Floofkins, the adorable little kitten gifted to me by Princess Caith, is a beacon for attention. If ever I feel invisible, I simply need to scoop him up and I've made ten new friends.
Written By Tyche
June 30, 2019, 11:52 p.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Gaspar
The latest of Velenosan princes to come to Arx, but perhaps the most enjoyable when it comes to company. He's charming, witty, always up for a drink... He reminds me of me.
Written By Bree
June 30, 2019, 11:46 p.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Brannen
Perhaps talking about your childhood memories of your brother getting sick on berries is not something to do in public.
Written By Bree
June 30, 2019, 11:44 p.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Jeffeth
What a fantastic welcome back to the city. Whenever I'm out on the road, I imagine what stories I'll have for Jeffeth when I get back. He certainly beat me on stories this time, though. The purpled bruise looks pretty awesome. I'll have to try harder on my next mission so I can wow him with a tale.
Written By Mailys
June 30, 2019, 11:38 p.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
Steelsilk.
Incredible, isn't it?
Incredible, isn't it?
Written By Denica
June 30, 2019, 11:33 p.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
I had to battle my protege for the crown of thorns. It was so much fun. I thank both Zara and Athaur for such a fun.
Written By Denica
June 30, 2019, 11:30 p.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
Oh my prince. I feel so complete seeing you.
Written By Caius
June 30, 2019, 11:27 p.m.(5/18/1011 AR)
It is an easy, if correct, truth to say that power unchecked will do as it desires. We can hope that it is wielded with honor and perhaps equal parts empathy, but when a power's interests do not align with those in a weaker position, there will be no surprise outcome.
To the world, we are but a small kingdom, any strength we have disregarded, our gods dismissed, our recent history writ bright with foreign meddling.
However.
We have our king returned to us. Our vows to bind us. Our faith to guide us.
Our destiny is before us and we strive toward it with great purpose.
And we will remember.
To the world, we are but a small kingdom, any strength we have disregarded, our gods dismissed, our recent history writ bright with foreign meddling.
However.
We have our king returned to us. Our vows to bind us. Our faith to guide us.
Our destiny is before us and we strive toward it with great purpose.
And we will remember.
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