Written By Theron
May 8, 2018, 12:51 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Eleyna
Good leaders know that entertainment is almost as essential for business as straightforwardness and objectivity. That you embody both of those things in moments where the context fits goes without saying, and I hold you as being a very good example of such, Your Grace.
Written By Reigna
May 8, 2018, 12:50 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
I have debated speaking here and how to express my feelings the latest flurry of entries has inspired.
I do not believe that I am humorless. I think I have a perfectly appropriate sense of humor. I can, even, on occasion, appreciate a level of bawdy humor that makes Kael uncomfortable, or at least look at me in askance. I do not, however, have much humor when it comes to things I feel should be treated with the gravity and dignity due them. This includes matters of honor, duty and responsibility. This does not mean I am incapable of laughing at myself, but... I suppose it is that I believe some things are above being taken lightly. I understand that that is *my* viewpoint and not the style of communication of others. I understand that my way is not the only way. But when I see something that I find questionable or that I think isn't appropriate to be joked about I will say something. Because if I do not, then I am contributing to the normalizing of something that I do not feel is, or should be normal. I wholly accept that this might lead to me being saddled with a reputation of being humorless or dull or dour. I accept this. Because by not saying something I am not being true to myself or my principles.
So I am going to continue to challenge things I do not agree with, as is my Skald-given choice. But I do so embracing the consequences of that decision.
I do not believe that I am humorless. I think I have a perfectly appropriate sense of humor. I can, even, on occasion, appreciate a level of bawdy humor that makes Kael uncomfortable, or at least look at me in askance. I do not, however, have much humor when it comes to things I feel should be treated with the gravity and dignity due them. This includes matters of honor, duty and responsibility. This does not mean I am incapable of laughing at myself, but... I suppose it is that I believe some things are above being taken lightly. I understand that that is *my* viewpoint and not the style of communication of others. I understand that my way is not the only way. But when I see something that I find questionable or that I think isn't appropriate to be joked about I will say something. Because if I do not, then I am contributing to the normalizing of something that I do not feel is, or should be normal. I wholly accept that this might lead to me being saddled with a reputation of being humorless or dull or dour. I accept this. Because by not saying something I am not being true to myself or my principles.
So I am going to continue to challenge things I do not agree with, as is my Skald-given choice. But I do so embracing the consequences of that decision.
Written By Eleyna
May 8, 2018, 12:28 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
How in the world does having a sense of humor mean that one is incompetent? Amazingly, you can be both funny and capable!
Written By Alis
May 8, 2018, 12:27 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Not everyone finds the same things humorous. I don't believe that to be news to anyone. And while I strive to be charitable, to honor Gild, some things are simply not funny to me. Perhaps it should be incumbent on both those whose funny bones are not tickled, as well as those who think they are hilarious, to stop and think before rubbing salt into wounds.
Written By Jonathan
May 8, 2018, 12:25 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
I would throw myself down a wolf's maw for my 'humorless' Keaton lieges. Any of them. Because, and this is no insult to the other nobles of the city? They are each worth at least two or three of them. That is their quality.
Written By Lumen
May 8, 2018, 12:20 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Tikva
I think her highness is my favorite of the Grayson Voices thus far. She lacks the alluring mystique of her Lycene counterpart but at least my quiet asides don't send her dramatically fleeing the room with her arms flailing above her head like they do my cousin.
Written By Cristoph
May 8, 2018, 12:20 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
I'd take a handful of competent and allegedly "humorless" Keatons versus an entire duchy of people who think they're comedic geniuses.
Written By Lumen
May 8, 2018, 12:17 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sabella
I have great admiration for a woman capable of seeing obstacles in her path and rather than charging forward on through or stubbornly grounding her feet beneath her, bending to accommodate and assuage... while still achieving her own desired end. Kudos and best wishes.
Written By Eleyna
May 8, 2018, 12:06 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Some commoners don't care about a sense of humor in their leaders.
Unless they are Lycene commoners. Lycene nobles that can't laugh at themselves aren't considered very effective.
Unless they are Lycene commoners. Lycene nobles that can't laugh at themselves aren't considered very effective.
Written By Bliss
May 8, 2018, 12:04 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
So the topic of Champions has come up, and this is something I have yammered on about to pretty much everyone with an open ear: There are fifteen of us actively working in this city. Challenge more duels.
Beyond the question of "does anybody really want to see what happens when fifteen bored Champions get together?" (Although, admittedly, I certainly do) there is a stigma over what and when duels should be challenged for. It is ridiculous and the standards are far, far too high.
Put simply, a duel should be challenged over anything you want someone backing you up on. Slights do not have to be major - I'll talk about major slights later, don't you worry. Did someone not buy you a drink, despite offering to others? Did someone forget your name? Did someone do something that is disturbing the honor of the Peerage as a whole? Is there a pretty girl you want to have a show for? A pretty boy? Are you just bored?
Issue a challenge. Call a duel. I know I personally charge less if I think the duel is going to be fought over something fun, because it gives people something to do and encourages more of them. By fighting more duels over things that are light-hearted, you're also taking the pressure off of yourself to hire the absolute top Champions, and this is good because as wonderful as Prince Luca and Caspian are, the rest of us each has our own unique style and flair to bring to the field. That is what the Champions are here for, for the show.
As for more pressing slights, real insults? Start declaring more duels for those as well. By being willing to put blood on the line, you are leaving your point up to Gloria. It is a very brave thing to do, and something any noble should be proud to do. By avoiding doing so, you are saying that you are not willing to fight for your honor, what you believe in, for your family, for your lands. Image is power, and you are sacrificing that image. Believe me when I say that everyone notices, from Commoner on up.
And for Gods' sakes stop fighting your own duels of honor. It's tacky. Save those for when your Swords fight to stop a war, or a Rite to Gloria. Some of you may think your honor is slighted by not fighting on your own - I'd say you are showing you are letting your pride get in the way of doing things right.
Not a good look for the Peerage.
Beyond the question of "does anybody really want to see what happens when fifteen bored Champions get together?" (Although, admittedly, I certainly do) there is a stigma over what and when duels should be challenged for. It is ridiculous and the standards are far, far too high.
Put simply, a duel should be challenged over anything you want someone backing you up on. Slights do not have to be major - I'll talk about major slights later, don't you worry. Did someone not buy you a drink, despite offering to others? Did someone forget your name? Did someone do something that is disturbing the honor of the Peerage as a whole? Is there a pretty girl you want to have a show for? A pretty boy? Are you just bored?
Issue a challenge. Call a duel. I know I personally charge less if I think the duel is going to be fought over something fun, because it gives people something to do and encourages more of them. By fighting more duels over things that are light-hearted, you're also taking the pressure off of yourself to hire the absolute top Champions, and this is good because as wonderful as Prince Luca and Caspian are, the rest of us each has our own unique style and flair to bring to the field. That is what the Champions are here for, for the show.
As for more pressing slights, real insults? Start declaring more duels for those as well. By being willing to put blood on the line, you are leaving your point up to Gloria. It is a very brave thing to do, and something any noble should be proud to do. By avoiding doing so, you are saying that you are not willing to fight for your honor, what you believe in, for your family, for your lands. Image is power, and you are sacrificing that image. Believe me when I say that everyone notices, from Commoner on up.
And for Gods' sakes stop fighting your own duels of honor. It's tacky. Save those for when your Swords fight to stop a war, or a Rite to Gloria. Some of you may think your honor is slighted by not fighting on your own - I'd say you are showing you are letting your pride get in the way of doing things right.
Not a good look for the Peerage.
Written By Genevieve
May 8, 2018, 11:53 a.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
So what if Countess Keaton isn't firing out snappy quips every other minute? Commoners don't really care about that kind of thing, as long as they have food on their table and a safe place to live. She's as good as her word to the people under her care. That's all that matters, as far as I'm concerned anyway.
Also, thinking about the subject of marriage, I'm really glad I'm not a noble. Ring on finger, a few words, job done. Doesn't work out? No worries. Just move on and hope for better in the future. Makes life simpler.
Also, thinking about the subject of marriage, I'm really glad I'm not a noble. Ring on finger, a few words, job done. Doesn't work out? No worries. Just move on and hope for better in the future. Makes life simpler.
Written By Derovai
May 8, 2018, 11:40 a.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Niklas
I hope you'll have drinks, and very strong ones at that. I get the sense I'll need them to get through such a dinner.
Written By Niklas
May 8, 2018, 11:38 a.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Derovai
Goodness Master Voss, you don't think Sabella and I would forget our friends?
Why, we would love to have you over for dinner and drinks and we could just talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk the night away!
Why, we would love to have you over for dinner and drinks and we could just talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk and talk the night away!
Written By Thena
May 8, 2018, 11:32 a.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Niklas
Please do not ball up my Knight Lieutenant.
Written By Derovai
May 8, 2018, 11:31 a.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sabella
Go on; describe it. Force yourself.
Also, your match with Lord Niklas is a good one, and I approve, for what my thoughts are worth. Primarily, it means no one else will have to endure chatter from either of you on an ongoing basis. You can just talk at each other and see if the other one ever stops talking to listen.
Also, your match with Lord Niklas is a good one, and I approve, for what my thoughts are worth. Primarily, it means no one else will have to endure chatter from either of you on an ongoing basis. You can just talk at each other and see if the other one ever stops talking to listen.
Written By Niklas
May 8, 2018, 11:25 a.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
So the other day I said that I had become a scholar, then an explorer and I wondered what I'd be next.
A prince, apparently!
I look forward to seeing how much further Sir Bayweather can bow. At what point are we violating natural laws? Can someone fold in on themselves? If he just keeps bowing until he rolls up into sort of a cinnamon bun of martial puissance do I have to keep that in my pocket until I need it? These are questions no one should have to ask, but I guess they fall on the head of wise philosopher princes like me to consider.
Needless to say, I am deliriously happy and am eager for three months to be over so there can be a large party and I can start coming up with nicknames for all of my new cousins. (Also the being married part is very good because of the tremendous love I feel. I'll let Sabella plan the party, though. I have already been vetoed as far as having Steve as the ringbearer.)
A prince, apparently!
I look forward to seeing how much further Sir Bayweather can bow. At what point are we violating natural laws? Can someone fold in on themselves? If he just keeps bowing until he rolls up into sort of a cinnamon bun of martial puissance do I have to keep that in my pocket until I need it? These are questions no one should have to ask, but I guess they fall on the head of wise philosopher princes like me to consider.
Needless to say, I am deliriously happy and am eager for three months to be over so there can be a large party and I can start coming up with nicknames for all of my new cousins. (Also the being married part is very good because of the tremendous love I feel. I'll let Sabella plan the party, though. I have already been vetoed as far as having Steve as the ringbearer.)
Written By Jev
May 8, 2018, 10:35 a.m.(9/14/1008 AR)
Love and Marriage: an institute you can't disparage. Ask the local gentry. They will say it's elementary.
Written By Edward
May 8, 2018, 10:35 a.m.(9/14/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sameera
Given how exceptionally nice you had become and that you had updated your will, I should have been able to guess that you knew it would happen.
I am sorry I did not. I would have said more to you the last time I saw you.
I am sorry I did not. I would have said more to you the last time I saw you.
Written By Amari
May 8, 2018, 10:27 a.m.(9/14/1008 AR)
There was a dance challenge, and I missed it?
This is terrible news.
If there's any aggrieved parties out there stewing over some slight or another, please demand satisfaction through dance.
This is terrible news.
If there's any aggrieved parties out there stewing over some slight or another, please demand satisfaction through dance.
Written By Sabella
May 8, 2018, 10:26 a.m.(9/14/1008 AR)
I would like to thank my Voices: Princess Tikva, Princess Cara, and Prince Ainsley along with Marquis Kennex for their work they all put in on the marriage contract that I now have in my hands. I cannot begin to describe the happiness and relief and elation I felt when I heard the proclamation and then received a copy of it to my own hands! I mean, I could describe it, but then Master Voss would roll his eyes so hard they'd get stuck and while I do want to support the healers in this city I'd like to do so by other means than sending them patients.
Suffice to say I AM SO EXCITED and I know that this is just a courtship period but I'm just going to throw it out there that I'm going to need a fancy dress soon and does anyone have ideas for flowers and also hair and locations and THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS TO DO AND PLAN AND THIS IS GOING TO BE THE BEST WEDDING EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
((in a different, flowery script))
I made Scholar Oswyn write those. He thought only one would suffice, I disagreed, and we compromised
Suffice to say I AM SO EXCITED and I know that this is just a courtship period but I'm just going to throw it out there that I'm going to need a fancy dress soon and does anyone have ideas for flowers and also hair and locations and THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS TO DO AND PLAN AND THIS IS GOING TO BE THE BEST WEDDING EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
((in a different, flowery script))
I made Scholar Oswyn write those. He thought only one would suffice, I disagreed, and we compromised
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