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Passing of Josephine Arcuri

Posted by Cassandra on 01/16/20
It is a tennant of Jayus that dreams and creativity can be fleeting. But during the time that it is in our lives, we retain those memories with a degree of vividness that make the time without them seem drab and grey. So it is true with certain people who come in and out of our lives. Those that burn so bright and give so much, but are often taken from us too soon, leaving only their good works as a lasting mark on the world.

So it goes with Guildmaster Josephine Arcuri, leader of the Crafter's Guild of Arx. Her gift was one few had seen. Her skill and downright intimacy with metals were considered legnedary in Arx. Her work and craftmanship knew few equal. And her understanding of the nature of Jayus and Crafter's Guild itself could not of had a better leader during the time that she held a firm grip on the reigns

S it is with no amount of saddness that I can put into words that I must announce the passing of Guildmaster Arcuri. During an pitched battle in the Oathlands, Josephine Arcuri made the ultimate sacrifice for the sake of others. She, understanding the nature of the enemy that those gathered were set against, stepped forward before others, without fear, but with honor and certainty. A sureness that is so rarely seen in our world. She gave her own life, so to save those that traveled with her.

So often it is that we speak of the many accolades of those that have fallen, lionizing them. And perhaps that is just. But I also that the Guildmaster would not ask for such praise heaped upon her, rather only asking that she be remembered fondly and that her works will continue to bring light into the lives they have touched.

It will be up to the Crafter's Guild now to choose their new successor. I have the upmost confidence that whoever is chosen will be more than capable in picking up the bursh for Guildmaster Arcuri left off.

In Honor and Thanks,
Legate Cassandra Laurent
Legate of Arts
Sword of the Faith

--- Blackram Stance via Teagan ---
Guildmaster Josephine Arcuri was someone I respected, admired, and someone who had been an ally to Blackram in the way only she could. Her passing is a wound that will not be swiftly healed.

--- Lodge of Petrichor Stance via Brigida ---
The likes of Josephine Arcuri will not be seen again. You are already missed my good friend.

--- Bisland Stance via Michael ---
This news has quieted the entire of Bisland Manor. Such a passing is sure to leave Arx berefit her in absence. We are saddened, morose. She was such a stable force in the City that will be missed.

--- Keaton Stance via Reigna ---
Keaton's heart is broken with the news of Guildmistress Arcuri's passing. She will be in our prayers, as will her family, both of blood and choice. May she find peace in the arms of the Queen.

--- Scholars Stance via Sina ---
We are sorrowful in the passing of Guildmaster Josephine, but we know that she now resides in peace within the arms of the Queen alongside her daughter, Demetria. May her memory live long within our hearts.

--- Crafters Guild Stance via Apollo ---
The Crafters' Guild mourns the passing of our guildmaster, honoring her final wishes as best we can. We will make arrangements shortly for an evening in her honor at the Murder of Crows - a night of darts and drinking and laughter, as she wanted.

--- Bard's College Stance via Niklas ---
The Bard's College grieves for the loss of the Guildmaster. The world is less brilliant this day.

--- DiFidante Stance via Lora ---
It's a world of danger, a world of fear. It's a world of darkness, a world of tears. There's so much that we dare, but it's time to beware. It's a dark world after all.

--- Gold Order Stance via Alexis ---
The Gold Order mourns the loss of Josephine Arcuri. Her leadership was an inspiration, and her skill unrivaled. May the Queen greet her gently.

--- Grimhall Stance via Sanya ---
House Grimhall mourns the loss of a pivotal member of our society.

--- Harlequins Stance via Hamish ---
The Harlequins mourn the loss of a friend, but so too do we rejoice knowing that she has returned to the embrace of our Queen and found her faith in the love of the Mother and her daughter rewarded.

--- Darkwater Stance via Carita ---
House Darkwater is stricken by the news of Guildmaster Josephine's death. The tiara she made will be passed down for generations, and her warmth and light will resonate with us always.

--- Redrain Stance via Gwenna ---
House Redrain mourns the terrible loss of one of Arx's most legendary artisans. May she know peace and may we forever remember her in the art she has left behind.

--- Templars Stance via Preston ---
Jayus loses a great servant, and the Faith loses a great and devout worker of divine arts. May her soul return to us.

--- Physicians Stance via Rukhnis ---
Guildmaster Arcuri was a friend to the great and the humble alike, with a soul as brilliant as one of her gems. Her loss is a hurt that will not soon be healed.

--- Grayhope Stance via Mayir ---
Between Cousin Joscelin and Guildmaster Josephine, the Crafter's Guild has got to hang on to its leaders. We mourn her loss and will host the wake at the Murder at our cost.

--- Grayson Stance via Sabella ---
Jayus deems to bless a special few with an immense capability of creativity that allows them to share their talents with others. There aren't many in this city that haven't been gifted by Josephine Acuri's skills and Grayson is devastated by this news.

--- Ashford Stance via Lisebet ---
House Ashford shares in mourning Guildmaster Josephine Arcuri. She will be missed.

--- Malvici Stance via Eirene ---
House Malvici salutes her for her noble sacrifice and bravery in battle against those who would see us fall.

--- Igniseri Stance via Quenia ---
Her creativity, grace, and friendship to House Igniseri will be forever missed, but never forgotten.

--- Deepwood Stance via Grady ---
Deepwood mourns the loss of an ally but more, a friend.