Written By Lou
Nov. 5, 2018, 8:49 a.m.(12/9/1009 AR)
I spent the better part of last week upgrading my armor. I am now in possession of a full set of exotic armor, that's of excellent to exceptional quality depending on the pieces. This is much better than my haphazard set of high quality leather and exotic leather. For those of you concerned about nothing matching, well - all my exotic pieces now match, not that I really cared. I also now blend in quite well with the forest, or dark spaces, as the armor is all camouflaged. It's perfect!
Which is good because very soon I'll be traveling with my team on a dangerous mission. My will was written some time ago, when I was headed off to the mountains, but there was one thing I'd forgotten to mention. My assistants are to work for Mason should anything happen to me. It seems like he's never got enough time to do stuff for himself, and so this might better aid him so he can spend more time with the children.
I've read some of the reports coming back from the front, and those who've already had their missions. To say that they have been troubling is an understatement. Even if we win here, it's not over, and we must turn our attention somewhere else. I will strive to do my best to be there for those future times to come, as I feel there's still much work to be done - and new allies to discover.
Which is good because very soon I'll be traveling with my team on a dangerous mission. My will was written some time ago, when I was headed off to the mountains, but there was one thing I'd forgotten to mention. My assistants are to work for Mason should anything happen to me. It seems like he's never got enough time to do stuff for himself, and so this might better aid him so he can spend more time with the children.
I've read some of the reports coming back from the front, and those who've already had their missions. To say that they have been troubling is an understatement. Even if we win here, it's not over, and we must turn our attention somewhere else. I will strive to do my best to be there for those future times to come, as I feel there's still much work to be done - and new allies to discover.
Written By Archeron
Nov. 5, 2018, 4:20 a.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Amari
That's funny - I always more thought of you as Marigold's assistant....Root agrees. And now I'm being sent out for extra padding for his sleeping area. He is very demanding.
Written By Melody
Nov. 5, 2018, 4:04 a.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
Before I knew it, the days were going by like a blur. It's like I was watching from afar. Like... I wasn't actually there..?
Well. The parchment has been piling up. Right on a neat little corner on my desk, tucked behind the stuffed plush of a bear. Every single one of these letters reads like a hopeless farewell; hurting, but not daring to show such a -- and I quote -- weakness.
My answer will always be the same for each and every one of you. Thank you, I'm proud of you, and I will support you. Just -- don't go off pretending like that's the last letter you're going to send me.
At the very least, if it's the last I hear from you; make that letter something sweet and cheerful, yeah?
Well. The parchment has been piling up. Right on a neat little corner on my desk, tucked behind the stuffed plush of a bear. Every single one of these letters reads like a hopeless farewell; hurting, but not daring to show such a -- and I quote -- weakness.
My answer will always be the same for each and every one of you. Thank you, I'm proud of you, and I will support you. Just -- don't go off pretending like that's the last letter you're going to send me.
At the very least, if it's the last I hear from you; make that letter something sweet and cheerful, yeah?
Written By Alarissa
Nov. 5, 2018, 3:13 a.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
I felt up to shopping. Mind you, I had to sit and rest in almost all the jewelry shops across town and they were more than delighted to see me again. New earrings, a new tiara, an abundance of new dresses and matching slippers even the most delicious umbra jacket with aa matching fox fur muff. Decadent. Simply marvelous.
Exhausted. So very tiring. So we skipped the last few shops as I sent in Ovelia and the clothiers sent fabric and samples, ideas and the like to the maw, so I could be doted on there. Textures. It's all about textures this season. Manipulation of the cloth to show waves, pintucks, pleats, scales, ruching, you name it. And gems. Nothing gaudy. But plenty of crystals and quartz, pearls and the like. That's what I predict. Seasilk, Aeterna, and Umbra.
And plenty of little aeterna gowns for the newest princesses and things for Astrid and Danse. Celebration of life for all.
It shall make me feel pretty and I need to feel pretty right now.
Exhausted. So very tiring. So we skipped the last few shops as I sent in Ovelia and the clothiers sent fabric and samples, ideas and the like to the maw, so I could be doted on there. Textures. It's all about textures this season. Manipulation of the cloth to show waves, pintucks, pleats, scales, ruching, you name it. And gems. Nothing gaudy. But plenty of crystals and quartz, pearls and the like. That's what I predict. Seasilk, Aeterna, and Umbra.
And plenty of little aeterna gowns for the newest princesses and things for Astrid and Danse. Celebration of life for all.
It shall make me feel pretty and I need to feel pretty right now.
Written By Michael
Nov. 5, 2018, 12:46 a.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
More armor. New armor. I've had to get resituated in a new set of armor in preparation for the future. If I shall fall, it will pass to the next Sword of Pridehall.
Written By Berto
Nov. 5, 2018, 12:03 a.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
His most gracious lordship, the Count of Iasu, has offered me the role of Minister of Infrastructure of House Corvini!
I'm grateful, and humbled, by the trust he's shown me. Since I met him, beset as I was by misfortune and misunderstanding, he saw in me something worth preserving--and I am forever indebted. I can only hope that I can live up to the trust he has shown in me.
I'm grateful, and humbled, by the trust he's shown me. Since I met him, beset as I was by misfortune and misunderstanding, he saw in me something worth preserving--and I am forever indebted. I can only hope that I can live up to the trust he has shown in me.
Written By Raja
Nov. 4, 2018, 11:58 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
I decided to learn more about sailing. My earliest memories were on a boat. Why not go back to my roots? Maybe Magpie will teach me. Though, I really haven't talked to him much since I managed to piss him off. It was only a joke! Sure, I broke into his boat and took a nap on his hammock, but it was all in fun. Yeesh. Though, that was a long time ago. Maybe he has gotten over it.
Written By Caith
Nov. 4, 2018, 11:57 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
Someone told me that buying oneself a lovely thing or two can be a balm to sadness. So I purchased some aeterna and umbra with the intention to have it all made into something pretty.
I'm not feeling much better though.
Perhaps this strategy cannot be universally applied?
I'm not feeling much better though.
Perhaps this strategy cannot be universally applied?
Written By Raja
Nov. 4, 2018, 11:55 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
I recently have taken to read other people's journals. I find different people have some rather different styles. I have seen some petty squabbling. I thought journals were for telling your own story. Though, I see people using them as a social wapon against others. That's some petty shite. I find it hillarious and often find myself eating snacks while reading some of these. It also shows how out of touch I am with some of the people I called friends. I found out two people were fathers and I had no idea! Does this make me a terrible friend? I don't know. I just get really out of touch. I never really got into the whole journal thing until recently. Maybe I should have been doing this all along.
Written By Faruq
Nov. 4, 2018, 11:55 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Miranda
Congratulations on your new appointment and position. You are every bit worthy of it.
Written By Rinel
Nov. 4, 2018, 11:30 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
The halls of Aion's shrine have stood empty too long. Is there none who is willing to represent the unrepresentable? The Dreamer deserves more than we have given Them.
Written By Torian
Nov. 4, 2018, 11:07 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
Not a dancer normally? We'll see what we can do about that. Dancing's fun, everybody loves dancing.
Written By Silas
Nov. 4, 2018, 10:37 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Jyri
It's always uplifting to see someone get inspired, then excel at something they love.
I think Jayus smiles upon you, my friend.
I think Jayus smiles upon you, my friend.
Written By Leola
Nov. 4, 2018, 10:23 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
Marquis Rymarr was polite enough to host a dinner thanking those who rode with him recently. It was a relief to sit and listen to folk who seemed to have no ulterior motive save the defence of the city and the good of the Compact.
Written By Esoka
Nov. 4, 2018, 10:18 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
I spent a very fine evening in the company of the Iron Guard of Arx. They're as solid a lot of people to drink and talk with as one could want, and I often think they don't get enough credit for the work they do on the streets of the city each day. I'm biased, of course, but it's true all the same. I hope some of the citizenry will say thank you the next time they see one of the guards. Or at least, don't throw rotten cabbage. It smells awful.
Written By Forato
Nov. 4, 2018, 10:03 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
It's odd. This being alive and treated so well. I know I should be used to it by now but I'm not. Seeing those shav filled me with such hatred and anger... I almost wished I could curse them. I don't want to become that which I so loathe but the anger is there. Always. Waiting.
Written By Rosalie
Nov. 4, 2018, 9:57 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Helia
You be very careful!!! Please, there is so little of our family left.
Written By Luca
Nov. 4, 2018, 9:47 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
So there I was, writing missives to be sent off, when I heard a ruckus from outside the study.
It turns out one of the serving staff had been feeling a bit under the weather and tried some cinnamon based on a physician's recommendation.
I thought the stuff was for food, but I guess if you swallow a bunch of it, you stop caring about getting sick very quickly.
I'm always amazed by our advances in medicine. I topped the man off with a glass of wine.
It turns out one of the serving staff had been feeling a bit under the weather and tried some cinnamon based on a physician's recommendation.
I thought the stuff was for food, but I guess if you swallow a bunch of it, you stop caring about getting sick very quickly.
I'm always amazed by our advances in medicine. I topped the man off with a glass of wine.
Written By Felicia
Nov. 4, 2018, 9:31 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
It was an honor to ride patrol with the mixed luminaries that I accompanied at Marquis Deepwood's invitation and I applaud their stalwart hearts. My gratitude also to the person or persons whose prayers helped bolster us. There is always more to do, but my respect for you all.
Written By Calista
Nov. 4, 2018, 9:31 p.m.(12/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Luciano
I am ever so thankful for your swift call to arms. Thank you for being my shield.
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