Written By Niklas
May 8, 2018, 3:59 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Orazio
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Answers your questions
And answers your questions
And writes up a budget
And answers your questions
And makes some decisions
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
And then reads a message
And answers your questions
And then gets a hard drink
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
And regrets his choices
And answers your questions
And then pets a puppy
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
...le...
...gate
Answers your questions
And answers your questions
And writes up a budget
And answers your questions
And makes some decisions
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
And then reads a message
And answers your questions
And then gets a hard drink
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
And regrets his choices
And answers your questions
And then pets a puppy
And answers your questions
And answers your questions
Written By Derovai
May 8, 2018, 3:49 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Orazio
There once was a man from Saik Greens
who near drowned in paperwork and e'en
though he served just a Tetrad,
professed he'd been had
when all of his stacks of paper were seen.
When asking one sworn of the Gods,
you don't have to even the odds.
Any Godsworn will do:
if the question's big, then try two.
Just make sure you don't make a God Squad.
... I don't believe I'm getting that money, Legate.
who near drowned in paperwork and e'en
though he served just a Tetrad,
professed he'd been had
when all of his stacks of paper were seen.
When asking one sworn of the Gods,
you don't have to even the odds.
Any Godsworn will do:
if the question's big, then try two.
Just make sure you don't make a God Squad.
... I don't believe I'm getting that money, Legate.
Written By Cadenza
May 8, 2018, 3:42 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Never a dull moment.
As I sit her and make travel plans...and when I need a break: I read the whites. They're pretty informative it seems.
As I sit her and make travel plans...and when I need a break: I read the whites. They're pretty informative it seems.
Written By Orazio
May 8, 2018, 3:28 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Itzal
This entry is primarily directed to Master Itzal Culler, but should others wish to give it a try, I will happily judge the outputs:
If you can make a snappy, memorable, child-friendly song which accurately encapsulates the primary duties of the leadership of the Faith, I will pay you 20,000 silver, and see it sung across Arvum. A bonus of 10 thousand silver if you can fit in a verse that reminds people that every godsworn is more than capable of addressing the questions relating to any of the Pantheon, and one does not have to find a priest "of Gild" if one has a question about the goddess - just a priest will do.
If you can make a snappy, memorable, child-friendly song which accurately encapsulates the primary duties of the leadership of the Faith, I will pay you 20,000 silver, and see it sung across Arvum. A bonus of 10 thousand silver if you can fit in a verse that reminds people that every godsworn is more than capable of addressing the questions relating to any of the Pantheon, and one does not have to find a priest "of Gild" if one has a question about the goddess - just a priest will do.
Written By Skye
May 8, 2018, 3:26 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
I glanced at my calendar today and just realized that I missed my own birthday two days ago. It's funny how much time flies when you're rebuilding a barony. Because everyone is so busy, I didn't even bother to get a celebration together. Oh well, better luck next year.
Written By Skye
May 8, 2018, 3:26 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
I glanced at my calendar today and just realized that I missed my own birthday two days ago. It's funny how much time flies when you're rebuilding a barony. Because everyone is so busy, I didn't even bother to get a celebration together. Oh well, better luck next year.
Written By Itzal
May 8, 2018, 3:20 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Orazio
Maybe if I put it into song they'll actually take the time to listen.
Written By Orazio
May 8, 2018, 3:16 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Itzal
As it was asked - so if anyone who makes an effort to pick up these journals wishes to complain about the dry and longwinded nature of this entry...actually, if you are the sort to complain about dry and longwinded journal entries, you are very much reading the wrong one.
But, anyway - the question on the table is "What Does a Legate Do?" and it is a good one. We don't each children, for the record.
The three Legates of the Faith serve as administrative and advisory positions beneath the Dominus of the Faith. Each holds primary responsibility over a Tetrad of Discipleships - mine is Concepts: Limerance, the Sentinel, Gild, and Skald. The Discipleship of the Thirteenth typically reports directly to the Dominus. As it is the Archlectors' and Grandmasters' jobs to manage the day-to-day priorities of their Devoted and their Orders, so it is the Legate's responsibility to ensure that the Archlectors are executing their duties properly, and to provide them whatever support they need for that.
In addition to this, the Legates provide guidance to the Faith on theological matters pertaining to their Tetrads, or theological matters in general, when those matters do not need to be addressed by the Dominus. Each Tetrad has its own requirements as well - Concepts approves noble marriages and has control over the Knights of Solace and their duties; Arts has control of the Templars and of the Scholars, the largest discipleship in the Compact; Creation controls personnel assignments to various parishes across Arvum, and policies regarding tithe collection.
Further, in addition to this, the Legates serve the same purpose as the Voice of a noble house - when required, we speak with the Voice of the Dominus, and can be assumed to have his or her trust in all matters, unless the Most Holy says otherwise. This allows Legates to move troops, make pronouncements and policies, and take care of other matters that the Dominus does not wish to address personally. In concert, the three Legates also stand as the Most Holy's closest advisors, in theory, and are often called to discuss matters that require official Faith stances or actions - the final decision always rests with the Dominus, just as it does with the head of a noble house, but it is the Legates' duty to provide the best advice and guidance they can, from the depths of their experience as theologians and as practicing priests who have worked their way up through the Church.
And there is paperwork. Large piles of parchment, which never really seem to end.
But, anyway - the question on the table is "What Does a Legate Do?" and it is a good one. We don't each children, for the record.
The three Legates of the Faith serve as administrative and advisory positions beneath the Dominus of the Faith. Each holds primary responsibility over a Tetrad of Discipleships - mine is Concepts: Limerance, the Sentinel, Gild, and Skald. The Discipleship of the Thirteenth typically reports directly to the Dominus. As it is the Archlectors' and Grandmasters' jobs to manage the day-to-day priorities of their Devoted and their Orders, so it is the Legate's responsibility to ensure that the Archlectors are executing their duties properly, and to provide them whatever support they need for that.
In addition to this, the Legates provide guidance to the Faith on theological matters pertaining to their Tetrads, or theological matters in general, when those matters do not need to be addressed by the Dominus. Each Tetrad has its own requirements as well - Concepts approves noble marriages and has control over the Knights of Solace and their duties; Arts has control of the Templars and of the Scholars, the largest discipleship in the Compact; Creation controls personnel assignments to various parishes across Arvum, and policies regarding tithe collection.
Further, in addition to this, the Legates serve the same purpose as the Voice of a noble house - when required, we speak with the Voice of the Dominus, and can be assumed to have his or her trust in all matters, unless the Most Holy says otherwise. This allows Legates to move troops, make pronouncements and policies, and take care of other matters that the Dominus does not wish to address personally. In concert, the three Legates also stand as the Most Holy's closest advisors, in theory, and are often called to discuss matters that require official Faith stances or actions - the final decision always rests with the Dominus, just as it does with the head of a noble house, but it is the Legates' duty to provide the best advice and guidance they can, from the depths of their experience as theologians and as practicing priests who have worked their way up through the Church.
And there is paperwork. Large piles of parchment, which never really seem to end.
Written By Caspian
May 8, 2018, 3:03 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
So I attended that Salon debate in The Black Fox a day or two ago that discussed the controversy of Princess Alarissa asking for donations to get lessons from her. Since no one seemed to really think what she did was wrong, I decided to channel The Thirteenth and be contrarian. I tried to argue that giving lessons is what Vellichor would want of her, that giving lessons is a good in of it's self and that adding conditions dismisses that. While at first my argument was strong, with a bit of time the princess came up with a rebuttal that was too strong for me to refute, so I had to give up and go on to induct a new member into The Champions.
All in all it was an okay thing to attend, but not my cup of tea. I rather people just issue challenges to each other to settle disputes. Why take all this time and effort to debate each other when you can just throw two champions at each other and see who is right?
All in all it was an okay thing to attend, but not my cup of tea. I rather people just issue challenges to each other to settle disputes. Why take all this time and effort to debate each other when you can just throw two champions at each other and see who is right?
Written By Itzal
May 8, 2018, 2:59 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
I've an idea. Make it a game for kids! He or she who withstands the disappointed look of Big Daddy O will have proven their courage as the bravest kid in the whole city!
Written By Itzal
May 8, 2018, 2:57 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Jonathan
Congratulations on growing back your finger! You show those skeptics!
Written By Thena
May 8, 2018, 2:56 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Itzal
He looks deeply disappointedly, Itsy. It’s terrifying.
Written By Itzal
May 8, 2018, 2:54 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Orazio
What DOES a Legate do? In case I need to explain to a pack of feral children, since I can't say you'll eat them anymore.
Written By Itzal
May 8, 2018, 2:51 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Unrelated, no really, but Big Daddy O for nickname. Yay or nay?
Individuals with O names will not be listened to. Sorry Orathy! (I'm not really)
Individuals with O names will not be listened to. Sorry Orathy! (I'm not really)
Written By Orazio
May 8, 2018, 2:50 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Itzal
Any godsworn of the Faith can answer questions regarding Gloria's guidance on duels. One does not need to speak directly to a Legate of the Faith to clarify a long-standing tradition that has little theological ambiguity. However, if one should wish to delve deeply into matters of Gloria's theology, and one exhausts the knowledge of the godsworn of your choice, you may also send a letter to the Archlector of Gloria, Blessed Cassandra. She is more than capable of discussing the issue, if she wishes.
And Legate Orazio requires more sleep than he typically gets, these days.
And Legate Orazio requires more sleep than he typically gets, these days.
Written By Itzal
May 8, 2018, 2:47 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Orazio
A Legate of the Arts would be most useful with all that talk about duels! Amongst other topics.
Next question: Does Legate Orazio actually require sleep? You decide!
Next question: Does Legate Orazio actually require sleep? You decide!
Written By Orazio
May 8, 2018, 2:43 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Itzal
I. Well. I have certainly heard many unkind things said about me and my decisions in recent years, but this is the first time I've been accused of cannibalizing my peers.
For the record, no, I did not eat the other Legates. They passed away, and the Most Holy is still contemplating their replacements. If anyone is interested, searching through the Archives will reveal the announcements of their passing, as well as the memorial actions taken on their behalf. There will be three Legates again, I assure you. There has to be, or else I am going to be found one day, suffocated under paperwork.
For the record, no, I did not eat the other Legates. They passed away, and the Most Holy is still contemplating their replacements. If anyone is interested, searching through the Archives will reveal the announcements of their passing, as well as the memorial actions taken on their behalf. There will be three Legates again, I assure you. There has to be, or else I am going to be found one day, suffocated under paperwork.
Written By Jonathan
May 8, 2018, 2:41 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Well, I honestly never thought that would happen. And it did almost overnight. I look at my finger and I still almost cannot believe it! It's a great thing, I just am stunned.
Suck it, uncle. Said it would never happen, indeed.
Suck it, uncle. Said it would never happen, indeed.
Written By Orazio
May 8, 2018, 2:40 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Bliss
Regarding the words of Whisper, Champion, and Disciple Bliss on the subject of duels:
She is absolutely correct. There is no such thing as a 'petty' or 'silly' challenge, and no noble should ever turn down a challenge from a worthy opponent, nor should they fail to challenge when their honor is slighted, even in the small ways. This is the mechanism by which we keep those petty slights from escalating to grievous grudges that cost people their lives when houses go to war over a feud that started when someone felt snubbed at a party, did not challenge, and that tiny core of resentment grew until it colored every interaction.
Duels are how nobles maintain their public honor, and how houses make sure that small disputes don't become dangerous disputes.
Challenge others.
Use a Champion so that the rest of us enjoy it.
Win graciously, lose honorably.
And then? Drop the subject of the dispute.
She is absolutely correct. There is no such thing as a 'petty' or 'silly' challenge, and no noble should ever turn down a challenge from a worthy opponent, nor should they fail to challenge when their honor is slighted, even in the small ways. This is the mechanism by which we keep those petty slights from escalating to grievous grudges that cost people their lives when houses go to war over a feud that started when someone felt snubbed at a party, did not challenge, and that tiny core of resentment grew until it colored every interaction.
Duels are how nobles maintain their public honor, and how houses make sure that small disputes don't become dangerous disputes.
Challenge others.
Use a Champion so that the rest of us enjoy it.
Win graciously, lose honorably.
And then? Drop the subject of the dispute.
Written By Itzal
May 8, 2018, 2:39 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Lou
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