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Written By Victus

June 17, 2018, 1:13 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Fairen

Because I'm not someone who's dedicated their entire life or even 1/30 of it to studying gods and spirits nor can I fathom the long-term for any of this. And I definitely ain't someone who's got the patience or the brainpower to do debates or whatever the fuck else involving word-games.

If there's gonna be a war over it though, call me. That I know how to do.

Written By Sina

June 17, 2018, 1:12 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Clara

I am saddened that you wish to shut down, but I understand the desire to avoid direct conflict with others in disagreement and debate. It makes sense to me, however, that initiates of the Faith should be wholly devoted to the Faith. A Disciple is an initiate of the Faith; though they may not be Godsworn, they are still devoted to the Faith and in some cases, have chosen to take the extra steps necessary toward that service. Discipleship should not be undertaken lightly, or with split loyalties. But there is nothing in what the Dominus proclaimed that should prevent you from worshiping both the Gods and communing with the spirits if you so choose.

Written By Fairen

June 17, 2018, 1:03 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Victus

It is your fight, if you care for your people and the people of the Compact. Perhaps Thrax sees far less who are impacted by this decision than, say, Redrain. Even still, it is hard for me to imagine how this "isn't your fight".

Written By Victus

June 17, 2018, 1 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Clara

An important distinction to be made here I think is that the Faith also didn't tell you to stop worshiping spirits and old gods, nor have they tried to proclaim that either of those don't exist or aren't worth believing in.

What has been said definitively is that no people who believe in anything beyond the Pantheon may work within the Church itself. What distinction you can draw from that objectively, no idea. Not really my fight either.

Written By Clara

June 17, 2018, 12:54 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Sina

Is that not what the Faith is doing to us right now? I was just starting to get used to the idea of trying to embrace the Pantheon and accept that it could be part of my own faith. I went around to shrines, I've talked to disciples and an Archlector. Now I feel that I am being told to feel a self-loathing because I embrace something outside of what the Faith says is correct. It is religious and cultural prosecution endorsed by The Faith. I will rest here. I have made my distaste known.

Written By Sina

June 17, 2018, 12:45 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Clara

Perhaps the answer will come in time, with observation and patience. Simply because those who practice shamanism are no longer allowed to be a part of the Faith does not mean that we must turn our backs on one another or close our minds and our hearts.

Written By Clara

June 17, 2018, 12:36 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

How does it help The Compact to further alienate its people and drive a divide between us? It sounds like the Faith is trying to start conflict not resolve it. To break up The Compact, not support it.

Written By Sina

June 17, 2018, 12:32 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

I am, and always will be, devoted to the Faith and the Gods. However, as a Scholar of Vellichor, I must question the decision to completely separate the Faith from those who practice the shamanic arts, and force a renunciation of vows from those who have also practiced shamanism. I have admired the way many members of the faith have maintained an open mind and acceptance of others, even if our beliefs are not always the same.

There are forces in this world that seek to quell knowledge and stamp it out, and prevent us from understanding, cooperation and remembrance. I do worry about the consequences of such a decision, for there are those who have sought wisdom from the Shamans and now that wisdom may no longer be forthcoming. Likewise, there were those who practiced Shamanism who were equally devoted to the Faith and the protection of the Compact. I have seen and heard references to the two practices working faithfully hand in hand. There were those who adhered to both with wisdom and devotion. And now those children have been severed from the Gods at least in name and officially, and this saddens my heart somewhat.

I am certain, however, that the Dominus of the Faith has his reasons, even if we may not be privy to those reasons. Though it makes us sad or even angry, some sacrifices must be made for the good of the Compact and the world. Many changes have been made of late, and while even I am personally affected by some of them, I am confident that those changes are made for the protection of all, and accept them, even though they make my work as a Scholar harder.

These are dangerous times we live in, and it is difficult to know where to place one's trust at times. Not all spirits are benevolent, and it can often be difficult to distinguish between good spirits and those which would cause us harm. So I understand the decision. We know the Gods to be benevolent and we can have faith that our worship and devotion to them is right and good in order to maintain balance against that which threatens us.

I am sad that we must part ways with our shamanic brothers and sisters. But I choose to serve the Gods, and accept the word of the Dominus, having faith that there is sound purpose in it.

Written By Clara

June 17, 2018, 12:21 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

I am disgusted with the lack of tolerance The Faith is showing towards people of other faiths. Its a contradiction to what I thought the Faith was about. You push people that would go to the Gods away by rejecting your own humanity. Way to embrace your reflections.

Written By Lyiana

June 17, 2018, 12:07 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Simone

I had a dream of Simone the last time I saw her. I wanted her to be safe and I wanted her child to be safe. I hoped that she was going to get out of the city before the raids started and the silence took over. I miss her so much. She was the woman I would cry on or the one who I would protect till my dying breath. We are not lovers, you understand, no, we may be the best of friends, though our letters would consist of flowery words and lovely sintementt. I think she would see if I just wrote her, or perhaps if I just waited till she contacted me. Would she be angry? Would she be angry at me for being gone so long? I miss her. She gave me perfume. She was and is a kind woman. I wonder where she is or how she is doing? I know it has been two years, but I hope she is not too cross with me.

Written By Rhea

June 17, 2018, 12:05 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Riagnon

I'm so proud of you.

Written By Edward

June 17, 2018, 12:01 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

I wonder now how long then until it is a requirement for Prodigals who wish to be ennobled, or noble Houses that already exist, will be required to give up their spiritualism to be recognized as a House of the Compact.

A mast on the horizon perhaps.

Written By Ylva

June 16, 2018, 11:59 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

I am a bit sad I'm not a Mercy anymore, but I will have a lot more free time between not healing all those people and not having to have my robes washed all the time. White gets dirty so quickly.

Written By Riagnon

June 16, 2018, 11:55 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Rhea

Oh, well, I obviously choose the right answer!

Written By Rhea

June 16, 2018, 11:44 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Riagnon

A precursor to a solution! Do you want to be a solution or a part of the problem? You could also be a casual bystander. There is a right answer here and two wrong ones.

Written By Signe

June 16, 2018, 11:44 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Aureth

One cannot ignore the spirits any more than one can ignore the winds and rains. They are there, you have all witnessed them. Those who practice the old ways of shamanism do so with respect to what has been, to the past of all. It is indeed a stance proclaimed to ignore the old gods and spirits. After they have aided the compact's people.

If this was not the case perhaps the words should be amended for a clear understanding. One can believe in both and work for who they feel more devoted to. However it was written that they must choose and ignore, not choose and respect.

That is not the way.

Written By Riagnon

June 16, 2018, 11:41 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Rhea

Don't call me a baby.


What's a solvent?

Written By Echo

June 16, 2018, 11:36 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Eirlys

"She was the daughter of the Forest. She was beloved of the Old Gods. She spoke with our voice."

There is no way I could renounce the spirits after witnessing what I did at the Battle of Stormwall. So it's with a heavy heart that I step down as an Armswoman of Gloria.

Written By Rhea

June 16, 2018, 11:25 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Riagnon

My poor, darling baby brother. He's never going to be a Templar or a Knight of Solvent. I'm so sorry.

Written By Victus

June 16, 2018, 11:21 p.m.(1/11/1009 AR)

Hm.

It's hard to make a concise thought on what's transpired today, given that I have a lot of thoughts and yet no decent way to articulate many of them.

I guess I'd just thought for a long time that welcoming those of dissenting opinion to share it in your places was a good way to learn from each other. Find your compromises and grow stronger as a people. It seems like there's a wedge now, where ideas aren't going to be heard.

Overall it doesn't really do anything to me though, so I cast my thoughts out like a 'lil pebble into the ocean anyhow. I'm probably wrong, but my gut just can't shake this disappointing feeling yet.

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