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Written By Rymarr

April 12, 2018, 10:59 a.m.(7/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Kenna

As pleasant as that sounds, I'm not entirely convinced you're not simply making up words and stringing them together at this point.

Never underestimate the motivational fragrance of four-day-old ball sack, underboob sweat after ten hours on patrol in full kit, or some frugal guard's thrice-reheated chowder and mushrooms. Each of those alone can cause a grimace; when you combine the three within an area, then one has created a truly motivating weapon.

Written By Sparte

April 12, 2018, 10:26 a.m.(7/15/1008 AR)

Word just came back to me from Setarco. Betsy's leg did not properly mend after the fall she took in the battle. It could be worse, she can walk and isn't in any visible pain, but a horse with a limp cannot be in battle again. Betsy was a fine horse, and I've sent some of my small savings to ensure she can be put to pasture.

I can't do without a horse though, so I'm forced to start looking for one to replace her.

Written By Kenna

April 12, 2018, 9:28 a.m.(7/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Rymarr

Now now, it'll be alright. How does this sound: ozonic snowdrifts swirled with feral white musk, shadowed with opium poppy and wild plum. Sticky benzoin resin, champaca flowers, and peppery carnations lurk beneath the frozen ground.

I don't know about the rest of you, but that just sounds lovely. I really think that the motivation to get outside and patrol will not change in the slightest.

Written By Thena

April 12, 2018, 8:54 a.m.(7/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Kenna

I support your endeavor. I obviously didn’t take vows just to get out of the barracks, but it was a definite perk.

I’m not sure what Sir Daemon does to keep the Solace barracks smelling tolerable, but he is a bit of a miracle worker.

Written By Karadoc

April 12, 2018, 8:20 a.m.(7/15/1008 AR)

The idea (currently) doesn't hold any appeal. It's more to do with duty than desire. The emotions are not important for one of the peerage, the alliances are. It's on par with lengthy religious sermons, thumb screws, plaid, and bad haircuts ...

Still. To the one I haven't met yet: never be boring. We shall mutually tolerate and respect one another. I will do my best half of the time. The other half I will likely be drunk, working, or hazed out. However, you will be a member of a respected family. The rest that would follow would be ... a life. No promises of endless happiness here. It's not realistic.

Out of everything and everyone ... if you are the least awful ... that is all that I ask for.

Written By Calaudrin

April 12, 2018, 7:30 a.m.(7/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Kenna

I think the barracks smell fine. Do not spray perfume all over the place, I beg you.

Written By Signe

April 12, 2018, 5:13 a.m.(7/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Jordan

His name is Sir Jordan Ober, the Swiftblade.

His name is Sir Jordan Ober, the Swiftblade.

His name is Sir Jordan Ober, the Swiftblade.

Written By Kia

April 12, 2018, 2:07 a.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

Me too.

Written By Rymarr

April 12, 2018, 12:46 a.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Silas

Before hasty decisions are made regarding the fumigating of the barracks? I ask that you only consider the motivational properties that the subtle scents of body odor, butt, and blade oil can provide.

Rarely does one wish to marinate in such smells, but instead many will march dutifully and thankfully off to their patrols for fresh air.

Think of the recruits and morale.

Written By Denica

April 12, 2018, 12:19 a.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

Everybody in my life is pregnant, or just had a baby, or is excitedly getting ready to plan their family. Really, it's enough to make any girl feel like maybe she should be doing more to try to trick some poor man into marrying her. Really though, who wouldn't want a chance to marry me? I feel like it's no small secret that I can be a great deal of fun, and I'm not at all stuffy like some. Most of all I'm not boring. If you're interested, please don't be boring.

No seriously, if you're boring, don't bother asking.

Written By Kenna

April 12, 2018, 12:06 a.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Silas

I have put it on my agenda to spray something lovely smelling all over the Barracks post-haste tomorrow morning.

I believe I still have some of Bethany's perfume somewhere... if not, oh well.

It will still smell lovely.

Written By Sameera

April 11, 2018, 11:45 p.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

*serveral pages of jewelry sketches*

Written By Lucita

April 11, 2018, 11:41 p.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

Note to self: Get some Ginger-peppermint tea to send to Eirene, she is expecting, too.

Written By Lisebet

April 11, 2018, 11:25 p.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Caith

I believe I read that congratulations are in order, Princess Caith.

Well done!

Written By Lisebet

April 11, 2018, 11:19 p.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

This evening, I was given some good news. I suppose I ought not write about it, since it's not official or anything and it's not like these journals are private. There, I won't say what it is, not yet. But it was good to sit by the hearth and chat with cousin Alban for some time. I am glad he is back to himself once more. That is one thing less to worry over.

Written By Caspian

April 11, 2018, 11 p.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Caith

Good job on passing the test! I hope we get to go on some fun adventures together soon. Just don't go falling into any pits, okay? I already had to catch one Thrax nobility, I can't promise I'll pull it off again!

Written By Coraline

April 11, 2018, 10:46 p.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

I think it was safer in the the midst of battle during the war, family is terrifying. And to think I thought fondly of my dear sisters during the fighting. Love them though I might, and I do indeed, I think it would be far safer to hit a local bar. Now to sneak out of this rabbits warren of an estate, preferably without being seen.

Fat chance of that happening I suppose, ah well nothing but to try now.

Written By Lumen

April 11, 2018, 9:28 p.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Ainsley

Tease him though I may, he is the possessor of my most sincere admiration and affection. I love the ring. It's darling. I love even more the sentiment behind it... signet rings with stones to match the color of everybody's eyes. Yet, here I stand! With a very pink stone in the shape of a little bunny. --Oh, no, no, you may not have it back!

Written By Simone

April 11, 2018, 8:59 p.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

I must say it is wonderful to be back among family and friends here in Arx. Getting back into the swirl of activity that composes each day has been a little challenging, but I'm more than up to the challenge.

And yes, it was even good to see Father. I suppose it is to be expected that I'd have a thick skin growing up under his (rough, crude, crass, okay I'll stop) tutelage. But oddly, it felt like coming home. Am I warped for life? Maybe so, but I am what I am – like me or don't.

Written By Caith

April 11, 2018, 7:40 p.m.(7/14/1008 AR)

I DID IT! I PASSED MY TEST AND I AM NOW IN THE SOCIETY OF EXPLORERS!!

Adventure is out there...

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