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Written By Orazio

June 25, 2018, 3:39 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Aleksei

Aleksei:

Go to sleep.

Written By Aleksei

June 25, 2018, 3:38 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Ugh, this is always the most boring argument. "WHY ARE YOU EVEN READING MY JOURNAL?" "WHY ARE YOU READING _MY_ JOURNAL?!" It's just boring, and I'm stuck in my house, and these are the most interesting entries Keso can bring me.

This argument is boring! People read things! Then they write things! GASP! If you're telling someone they don't have to read your journals, you can also not read their journals! DOUBLE GASP!!!

Someone please write something more interesting for the love of the gods.

Written By Jaenelle

June 25, 2018, 3:36 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

I am humbled and honored to have read the journals of those who attended the second Feast of the Senses, and it seems as if the things I envisioned people to take from this had come true and there is no greater pride for a hostess than to know their guests enjoyed themselves, created lasting memories, and learned something about themselves and others in the process.

Written By Sparte

June 25, 2018, 2:39 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

I don't mind when people take some of the maps I've worked on and go exploring. I love it, I encourage it, there is so much in the world worth seeing and I certainly won't see it all myself.

If I could ask just one thing though, it would be to at least be told if my maps were right afterwards. Simple details, so I can improve my maps for the future and confirm things I havn't seen with my own eyes. To the benefit of other explorers.

Written By Derovai

June 25, 2018, 2:28 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Sabella

Mere coincidence that I'm looking through journals at the same time, I assure you. I have zero plans to read your rhapsodizing about the wedding. I couldn't care less. If you'd like, I would glady contribute some verse as a party favor for the wedding, however, thereby putting paid to the rhyming possibilities of "Nik" in all its grandeur. Entirely unrelated: did you know that "Sabella" rhymes with, if you'll permit me the cant, "a fella"? I can feel my poetic possibilities expanding even now.

Written By Derovai

June 25, 2018, 2:24 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Fredrik

No worries. It seems we have a half-dozen acrobats left for the spectacle.

Written By Sabella

June 25, 2018, 2:24 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Niklas

That's what I have Elizabetta and Lily do for me! And if I happen to be talking to a scholar and I notice a flurry of activity I try to see what's happening and pick up the journals of some people I otherwise might not read.

I'm pretty sure only you and Master Voss read my journals, though.

I secretly think its because Master Voss has mine called out so many times no one else gets a chance!

Written By Lumen

June 25, 2018, 2:16 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Niklas

What a conscientious and likely solution!

Written By Gwenna

June 25, 2018, 2:09 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Aethan

I had a most production and wonderful breakfast with Lord Aethan Kennex, about a possible small pet project of mine. The path that lead to us being acquaintances is, perhaps, a little odd, but his professional knowledge and suggestions today were exactly what I had needed. I feel I have completed the first tiny step in this endeavor, which is very exciting. That he had agreed to my offer of patronage makes this all the more rewarding.

Written By Niklas

June 25, 2018, 2:08 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

I must admit, I find it odd that someone who came upon a journal entry she found interesting enough to respond to is then questioning how people are finding her journal.

Then again, my assistant is paid specifically to look through journals and bring me the journals of the, oh, three hundred or so most interesting citizens of Arx. Which isn't very hard to keep track of. Generally there's twenty to forty or so entries a day between them all.

Written By Clara

June 25, 2018, 1:37 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Tabitha

Thank you, Tabitha. Your words are very kind and I look forward to meeting you in the near future. ~ Clara

Written By Clara

June 25, 2018, 1:36 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Orazio

I want to preface my response with saying thank you for journal, Legate. I appreciate that you have taken the time to write something so detailed for us all and I have nothing but the utmost respect for The Faith and those who serve within it. And that isn't lip service, I promise. It is what I sincerely and truly feel. So when I say "thank you" I hope that you will believe I mean it.

While I grew up with Mangata, Petrichor, and Lagoma being talked about around me fairly often I never really paid much attention. That was a failing of my own. However, I would never mock The Faith or its values nor would I make journal posts saying that The Faith needed to remember to be humble. Note that I said spiritual leaders not Archlectors or The Faith. This was intentional as Shamans are also considered to be spiritual leaders and I was attempting to engage everyone in discussion not attack anyone.

I do admit that I let myself react poorly to the Dominus' decree but I had a reason or an excuse if you prefer. You see, I was considering learning more about The Faith, specifically Tehom, Death, and Lagoma as they are closest to me personally. I was exploring the options I might have if I wanted to devote myself to a specific God or Goddess. So it was a bit of a personal reaction versus a logical reaction and if my reactions gave you, or anyone else, any offense I apologize. I was wrong to behave that way and I recognize that as a place where I have room to grow and I welcome feedback in messengers or private meetings since it is very much a private matter to me.


A private matter that Archlector Vayne has been kind enough to speak with me on at length. I owe him a great deal of respect for his support and assistance these past couple months but most especially because instead of chastising me he opened his arms and assisted me. He helped me realize that it wasn't personal even though I was unknowingly taking it as such. That The Faith was doing what it felt it must and for a good many reasons. Though I do not necessarily agree with those reasons on a personal level he helped me step outside of myself for a moment and look at things from The Faith's perspective the best such things can be done. And so, at this point, I hold no grudge and am left only with disappointment.

With saying that, I was not attempting to be offensive to The Faith, nor anyone else, by bringing up the topic of Humility. I do thank you for engaging in the conversation. I found your words insightful. I honestly did not even know that there was a list of Virtues that the Faith held in high esteem. This is good to know since I have recently decided, in spite of my initial outrage with the Dominus, that the Gods need to have a place in my life. While I cannot bring myself to leave The Spirits behind altogether I recognize that the Gods do exist and as such deserve my attention and respect.

I will take your words and meditate on them and perhaps seek you out another time so that I can learn more from you. In the meantime, I wish you well.

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(OOC: Will note that in the help file for Shamanism it does say they are considered Spiritual Leaders.... though that doesn't mean its not vexing to the Faith. xD)

Written By Natalia

June 25, 2018, 1:27 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

I am thankful for the public support from those that have worked with me. It might not be necessary, but surely it is appreciated. It is strange to have support of any sort, though I imagine eventually I will manage to get used to it. I have read what you all have said, and I thank you for it.

Written By Tabitha

June 25, 2018, 1:24 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Clara

I was reading the journal of a friend, and in doing so was required to seek out the context of his entries in order to gain a greater understanding of their meaning. This led me to your own journal by necessity, and so here I am.

Despite not knowing you, I'd like to take the liberty of saying that I thought your ruminations on humility were interesting to read and not at all irritating. They're quite mild as far as journal entries go in this day and age.

I hope you have a wonderful day, but I'm sure you will! You seem like a very pleasant person.

Written By Natalia

June 25, 2018, 1:20 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Lark

It's a good thing I'm not actually worried, then.

Do I exist to you, again?

Written By Edain

June 25, 2018, 1:15 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Orazio

The reason humility is not one of the primary virtues of the faith is not that it is not divine, it is that it is a prime component of the other virtues that Gods demand of us. Justice, Mercy, Charity, Honor, Joy, Industriousness, Wisdom, Freedom, Love, Fidelity, and Patience, humility is part of the common clay through which we attain them all.

To be humble does not mean you are not proud, nor does it mean you are not bold. Nor does it mean we do not stand fast for our beliefs and virtues. This is why I believe it to be a misunderstood virtue. Many equate it to being the wolf in the pack that shows it's throat to the pack leader, when the humble one is the strong pack leader that knows even his weakest packmate has a role to play until he can run no more.

So in short while humility is not one of the Divine Virtues I believe it is an important facet of all of them.

Written By Reigna

June 25, 2018, 1:12 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Lark

I believe Lagoma, Our Lady of Change would disagree. Everyone feels her touch. I cannot speak to what was, but the woman I know Natalia Whisper to be is a worthwhile and good one.

Written By Lark

June 25, 2018, 1 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Natalia

If one is so concerned about whether or not one's white journal is being read, then perhaps one should not allow the ink to stain the page in the first place. Some things never change.

Written By Kael

June 25, 2018, 12:53 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Natalia

I was tapped by Vern to come and visit the Archive and look at a few entries that he had pulled for my benefit. You see, my protege, Natalia Whisper, was involved. These last few weeks have been exceptionally busy and I have not had the opportunity to do my duty and write in the journals as I should. Plus, if I am being forthright, often times it is difficult to put quill to parchment and express my thoughts and feelings sufficiently. Nonetheless, in this instance, I will attempt to do so.

I have no comment on Lady Crovane's entry at this time. I will have it pulled to review at a later time in my leisure.

I have no particular comment to make in my whites concerning the nobles that have engaged with my protege. It is their right to pen whatever it is that they wish, to read whatever entries they wish, and so on.

What I must comment on, however, is the 'disgraced former nobility.' Or, specifically, denobled Natalia. Yes, this point is true. It was also forthrightly admitted to me, by Natalia, in what I believe was a warning for concern of my own social standing.

However, this is the woman of the past and who she is now is Natalia Whisper. It is a dishonor to the esteemed Whisper House to paint her as an object for scorn when she is a member of their fine organization. She is a chairman within the institution of the Academy of War. She already has aided House Keaton, and the Compact, in becoming stronger. If I am not mistaken, she has been within Arx approximately six months. Look at what she has accomplished in this time. I certainly would not dismiss her.

I, for one, am honored to find our arms clasped.

Written By Bliss

June 25, 2018, 12:52 p.m.(1/28/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Natalia

There is no one in the Compact more aware of the flaws and faults in Natalia Whisper's past than Natalia Whisper herself. She has done her penance for them, paid her price - and Whisper House took her in, because she earned her spot here.

She continues to earn her spot here, every day, through fantastic, unending, rigorous work. I stand fully behind her, publicly. She has every right to express the opinions she does, and the woman she has become is one of the people I value most highly.

I had similar thoughts about Lady Clara Crovane's writings. I, frankly, do not see the point in them - since she has asked for opinions, I will provide mine here. The points she made were trite ones, lessons to be hung on a wall and recited to children, conclusions that anyone with a working mind would be able to come to in an instant.

As for any specific thoughts about humility, well, the Legate has beaten me to writing about the matter in regard to the Faith, so I will simply say this:

We do not venerate the humble. We are not the spawn of those who have forgiven and forgotten. Each and every House has their pride in their values, and those values are what have driven us so far.

I am a proud woman, and will never cease to be - for it is making sure that I can back that up that is one of my main motivators for excellence.

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