Written By Derovai
March 30, 2018, 1:45 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Jeffeth
Note it's a 'hugging' contest and not a 'crushing' contest, Sir Bayweather.
I will not be joining any such contest, no doubt much to the Compact's collective relief. I would, however, like to see the Grandmaster's dancing skills. Perhaps we can arrange a demonstration, Thena? I'll sell tickets.
I will not be joining any such contest, no doubt much to the Compact's collective relief. I would, however, like to see the Grandmaster's dancing skills. Perhaps we can arrange a demonstration, Thena? I'll sell tickets.
Written By Jeffeth
March 30, 2018, 1:36 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
I would like to join the hugging contest. Please let me know when it begins.
Written By Fairen
March 30, 2018, 1:35 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Agatha
Princess Elgana Redrain doing bear impressions... Now that is a sight I would certainly find joy in seeing.
I shall have to make a note to request as such the next time I find myself with the pleasure of her company.
I shall have to make a note to request as such the next time I find myself with the pleasure of her company.
Written By Sabella
March 30, 2018, 1:34 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Caith
I accept your challenge for you ought to recall our House words are "None Greater Than Grayson" and then in very small print under the Griffon it continues "at hugging!"
Shall we meet to settle this once and for all? Tea and cakes at high noon! Bring a second, for otherwise there might be leftovers.
Shall we meet to settle this once and for all? Tea and cakes at high noon! Bring a second, for otherwise there might be leftovers.
Written By Fairen
March 30, 2018, 1:33 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Caith
I can indeed confirm the quality of those hugs being of a premium level. In fact, I should think there are none in the entire Compact that hugs quite like my dearest cousin.
Written By Thena
March 30, 2018, 1:26 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Next thing you know, folks will be having dance offs or some nonsense.
Written By Caith
March 30, 2018, 1:24 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sabella
Oh, I agree! People are much too quick to anger and take things to a physical resolution when a diplomatic route hasn't even been exhausted yet! We should always try to extend a hand, always try to understand the feelings and motivations of those we find ourselves in conflict with and strive to come together on a middle ground.
All that said..
I CHALLENGE YOU, PRINCESS SABELLA GRAYSON! ... to see who can give the best hugs.
PS: This is not an official challenge.
PPS: Obviously.
PPPS: But I totally give the best hugs. These arms, these arms right here? Totally made for hugging. Expert level hugging arms. Legendary, even.
All that said..
I CHALLENGE YOU, PRINCESS SABELLA GRAYSON! ... to see who can give the best hugs.
PS: This is not an official challenge.
PPS: Obviously.
PPPS: But I totally give the best hugs. These arms, these arms right here? Totally made for hugging. Expert level hugging arms. Legendary, even.
Written By Agatha
March 30, 2018, 1:19 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Harlan
You cannot just call your cousin interesting and leave it at that! Now I am curious! Elgana, were you practicing being a bear at Cousin Harlan?
Written By Harlan
March 30, 2018, 1:18 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Barric
Your Highness, I understand your concern very well. I'm looking at what is in my wardrobe and trying to determine if I want to go with what I have available or try to commission something on short notice.
Most of my clothes are darker colors -- less suitable for spring, I think. I'll figure something out, and so will you!
Most of my clothes are darker colors -- less suitable for spring, I think. I'll figure something out, and so will you!
Written By Harlan
March 30, 2018, 1:10 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Elgana
A very ... interesting ... woman. Definitely more than meets the eye, and I hope she finds everything she is looking for.
Written By Pharamond
March 30, 2018, 12:51 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Dear Journal,
I have fallen in love. Tis true, tis true. And in the most unexpected of places. While ... now... I wouldn't say I was AVOIDING my dear Duke Harlan Ashford... it was really more like I was trying very hard to be in places that he was NOT... but... that's another story. Where was I? Oh right. I have fallen in love, dear readers.
Are you all familiar with Master Thayne's remarkable Raconteur Brewing Company Taproom? Yes, it was from the second I stepped into this exceptional establishment that I fell in love. Truly, Master Thayne is an artiste... an ingenieur of extraordinary creativity... a true magician. Each magical, breathtaking, spellbinding brew that he offered us was a masterpiece. I found myself humbled in the presence of such a master. But that is second to the magical experience of partaking of his alcoholic concoctions... Never have I felt such deep, abiding passion... I long for the moment that the drink kisses my lips, and I long for yet another taste long after my mug has run dry. I am unmanned, unmended and unmade.
And so, my lovelies. Yes. I am in love. Every minute apart feels like an hour, every hour feels like a day, every day feels like forever... but I will wait forever and a day for you.
I have fallen in love. Tis true, tis true. And in the most unexpected of places. While ... now... I wouldn't say I was AVOIDING my dear Duke Harlan Ashford... it was really more like I was trying very hard to be in places that he was NOT... but... that's another story. Where was I? Oh right. I have fallen in love, dear readers.
Are you all familiar with Master Thayne's remarkable Raconteur Brewing Company Taproom? Yes, it was from the second I stepped into this exceptional establishment that I fell in love. Truly, Master Thayne is an artiste... an ingenieur of extraordinary creativity... a true magician. Each magical, breathtaking, spellbinding brew that he offered us was a masterpiece. I found myself humbled in the presence of such a master. But that is second to the magical experience of partaking of his alcoholic concoctions... Never have I felt such deep, abiding passion... I long for the moment that the drink kisses my lips, and I long for yet another taste long after my mug has run dry. I am unmanned, unmended and unmade.
And so, my lovelies. Yes. I am in love. Every minute apart feels like an hour, every hour feels like a day, every day feels like forever... but I will wait forever and a day for you.
Written By Harlan
March 30, 2018, 12:43 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Avary
It is good to see another cousin return to the city -- especially one who has been as estranged as Archlector Avary. Hopefully I can help to increase her ties to Ashford -- we need all the strength we can get.
Written By Jordan
March 30, 2018, 12:40 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sabella
Should I be sending you this public notice I found on the history of duels, Your Highness? It was most enlightening.
There can be silly duels. It's a sporting game. And it makes Champions rich. You do like Champions, don't you?
There can be silly duels. It's a sporting game. And it makes Champions rich. You do like Champions, don't you?
Written By Caelis
March 30, 2018, 12:30 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ann
Please do not send my husband any form of pork sword. I don't need this home dragging out in my life.
Written By Sabella
March 30, 2018, 12:22 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Were I ever challenged to a duel I would set the most creative of conditions. Perhaps a singing competition or a speech contest with the crowd deciding the winner.
Just kidding. Reese would be my named my champion and I'd get an apology right away. And if I didn't, I imagine I'd get one right after she won.
I worry about the issue of challenges lately, however. Have we learned nothing from war? That we should flare to such tempers and let it come to blows rather than talking things through or asking for intermediaries is troubling to me. Surely, there are times when such things are unavoidable, but it seems to me a lot could be handled diplomatically, rather than publicly trying to shame the other party. Or both.
Just kidding. Reese would be my named my champion and I'd get an apology right away. And if I didn't, I imagine I'd get one right after she won.
I worry about the issue of challenges lately, however. Have we learned nothing from war? That we should flare to such tempers and let it come to blows rather than talking things through or asking for intermediaries is troubling to me. Surely, there are times when such things are unavoidable, but it seems to me a lot could be handled diplomatically, rather than publicly trying to shame the other party. Or both.
Written By Reigna
March 30, 2018, 12:14 p.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Khanne
My deepest and most joyous congratulations to my dearest friend, Lady Khanne. You have been an incredible friend from the moment we first spoke. You offer the best advice, and your wisdom is something I treasure. I count myself lucky to have you in my life -- and Lord Percephon too. As you are my sister in all but blood, he too is now subject to my esteem and affections. Until such time as he does something to hurt you and then I will shake my fist at him until you make up again.
Congratulations to you both.
Congratulations to you both.
Written By Estil
March 30, 2018, 11:49 a.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ann
Amen, sister.
Written By Valery
March 30, 2018, 11:17 a.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
These events in the garden make me so excited!
Written By Lavinia
March 30, 2018, 10:05 a.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ann
Amen sister.
Written By Eirene
March 30, 2018, 10:03 a.m.(6/16/1008 AR)
I figure that may require a bit more clarification.
Pigs have similar anatomical structure to humans, elves, etc. I make my students dissect pigs.
You don't need me to go into -more- detail but let's just say I've seen pork sword duels.
Pigs have similar anatomical structure to humans, elves, etc. I make my students dissect pigs.
You don't need me to go into -more- detail but let's just say I've seen pork sword duels.
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