Written By Jeffeth
March 19, 2018, 5:14 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
I've been reading the whites today slowly to make sure I understand them. I believe I understand the issue to be that Prince Ainsley may have made a mistake when he joined us protecting the healers rather than at command. Now I'm not qualified at all to make that sort of judgement, whether or not it was a mistake and I hope no one reading this thinks I'm trying to call it one way, or another.
If it was a mistake then I hope he answers to that and we treat him with the kindness and graciousness Gild would.
If it wasn't a mistake I hope we see that, that he made the right decision.
Now I'm not nearly as high profile as Prince Ainsley of course, but I would like to apologize for my own mistakes made during battle. When the creatures appeared before us, I definitely froze. I was scared, and I stopped moving. I pray that no one got hurt because of my hesitation. I joined the fight and fought as hard as I could, to the last, but I did screw up, I hesitated when I shouldn't have. Some people will say that this is understandable and some will be upset with me, I accept both.
I apologize to those who I serve under for my faltering under duty, and I will do my best not to let it happen again. I ask the people of the Compact for their forgiveness. Though I understand if I do not get it from all.
It can be easy to get an opinion on someone who's public and high profile and whether or not they did something wrong. And I'm not trying to say we shouldn't have that discussion. We should.
But I hope first we can look at ourselves and be honest about it. Other mistakes were made at the Battle of Stormwall, I say that without judgement, in a battle we try our hardest to make the least mistakes and let those ones not be lethal to our own. So to any of my comrades at Stormwall, know that I forgive you as I hope you forgive me.
If it was a mistake then I hope he answers to that and we treat him with the kindness and graciousness Gild would.
If it wasn't a mistake I hope we see that, that he made the right decision.
Now I'm not nearly as high profile as Prince Ainsley of course, but I would like to apologize for my own mistakes made during battle. When the creatures appeared before us, I definitely froze. I was scared, and I stopped moving. I pray that no one got hurt because of my hesitation. I joined the fight and fought as hard as I could, to the last, but I did screw up, I hesitated when I shouldn't have. Some people will say that this is understandable and some will be upset with me, I accept both.
I apologize to those who I serve under for my faltering under duty, and I will do my best not to let it happen again. I ask the people of the Compact for their forgiveness. Though I understand if I do not get it from all.
It can be easy to get an opinion on someone who's public and high profile and whether or not they did something wrong. And I'm not trying to say we shouldn't have that discussion. We should.
But I hope first we can look at ourselves and be honest about it. Other mistakes were made at the Battle of Stormwall, I say that without judgement, in a battle we try our hardest to make the least mistakes and let those ones not be lethal to our own. So to any of my comrades at Stormwall, know that I forgive you as I hope you forgive me.
Written By Orathy
March 19, 2018, 5:11 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
OY!!! Reckon I be hearing ya all fucking miss me. Aren't you fuckers cute. I be making squid stew over here... aye??? Yer all fuckin hilarious.
Written By Veronica
March 19, 2018, 4:51 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
News reached Oakhaven this morning, of battles joined in Stormwall and Setarco. Of the horrors faced in the far north and the Compact's pyrrhic victory. And of the battle still being fought in the waters of Setarco. I do not yet know how my family has fared; I pray for their safety, as I know none of them will hesitate to stand and fight even in the face of certain death.
Especially Jaerith, you brat. If you take unnecessary risks just for the thrill, I will kill you myself.
Rohran and I have been busy keeping the roads to Southport open and safe these last few days from Shav bandits, of which there is no shortage. Not surprising, since they know many of our soldiers have gone to the fronts. Still, I am the Sword of Oakhaven; I feel I should be fighting on the front myself, not chasing bandits and guarding supply routes. Once we established regular patrols, I will ride back to Southport, which fortunately has remained unassaulted for now.
I find myself wondering where the Pirate King's third force is, if not heading to Southport?
Especially Jaerith, you brat. If you take unnecessary risks just for the thrill, I will kill you myself.
Rohran and I have been busy keeping the roads to Southport open and safe these last few days from Shav bandits, of which there is no shortage. Not surprising, since they know many of our soldiers have gone to the fronts. Still, I am the Sword of Oakhaven; I feel I should be fighting on the front myself, not chasing bandits and guarding supply routes. Once we established regular patrols, I will ride back to Southport, which fortunately has remained unassaulted for now.
I find myself wondering where the Pirate King's third force is, if not heading to Southport?
Written By Thena
March 19, 2018, 4:39 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Gods, I can only go one round today. I am in need of a tall cool glass of milk right now.
Written By Echo
March 19, 2018, 4:30 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
I'd like to clarify. I had originally said, "I am having difficulties seeing a situation that required said improvisation and recklessness in the first place."
Nobody is calling into question Prince Aiden's wonderful success at Stormwall.
Nobody is suggesting that Prince Ainsley didn't defend the shaman.
Nobody is complaining that Prince Ainsley has been helping out at Stormwall.
Nobody is acting jealous.
Nobody even asked "what if..?"
While it's become apparent that many of you have studied the art of misdirection and deflection to a most impressive degree, the statement and the entirety of my previous journal entry remain untouched. I also think it goes without saying that I am disappointed that two of you have not only put words into my mouth but unabashedly slighted me.
Nobody is calling into question Prince Aiden's wonderful success at Stormwall.
Nobody is suggesting that Prince Ainsley didn't defend the shaman.
Nobody is complaining that Prince Ainsley has been helping out at Stormwall.
Nobody is acting jealous.
Nobody even asked "what if..?"
While it's become apparent that many of you have studied the art of misdirection and deflection to a most impressive degree, the statement and the entirety of my previous journal entry remain untouched. I also think it goes without saying that I am disappointed that two of you have not only put words into my mouth but unabashedly slighted me.
Written By Reigna
March 19, 2018, 3:52 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Nemo
As a scholar of Vellichor, no, I do not think asking hard questions is a bad thing. But I will point out that one of the first lessons learned is *how* to ask questions. When dealing with people you are far, far more likely to succeed in getting answers if you ask with a mind to the mood and temper of the moment. To be respectful. I failed at this when criticizing Master Voss, my temper of late had been in a hair trigger given the givens.
Written By Lianne
March 19, 2018, 3:42 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Venturo
I maintain that poker is still more a game of skill than chance. It is not only about which cards you have been dealt, but the statistical probability of your hand outmatching the other players' and, further, how well you can convince them of your assured victory. I am yet a student of that particular skill and learned a great deal from everyone who joined us at the table that night.
That said, I may be willing to concede that it was by chance that our paths crossed and coincidence that presented so fine an opportunity for our debate to play out.
That said, I may be willing to concede that it was by chance that our paths crossed and coincidence that presented so fine an opportunity for our debate to play out.
Written By Thena
March 19, 2018, 3:36 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Calaudrin
Maybe we should annotate them.
Scholar says we can’t annotate them.
Scholar says we can’t annotate them.
Written By Calaudrin
March 19, 2018, 3:35 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
I keep asking to see Orathy's whites. I mean, I need to decipher what he's saying but sometimes I get a good laugh. Where is he?
Written By Calaudrin
March 19, 2018, 3:32 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Nemo
No.
I just make it a point to not be a dick to people that I might be needing things from later. Important things.
I also tip well and don't insult bartenders.
Maybe you should take a break from the archives, friend.
I just make it a point to not be a dick to people that I might be needing things from later. Important things.
I also tip well and don't insult bartenders.
Maybe you should take a break from the archives, friend.
Written By Thena
March 19, 2018, 3:32 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Calaudrin
It’s another Orathy, Cal. Let’s go dance it out.
Written By Nemo
March 19, 2018, 3:30 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Calaudrin
So you're saying if someone questions her, she'll refuse to do her duty? Along with ensuring that those under her command will not do their duty? All because of a few words? Hello, cronyism.
Written By Thena
March 19, 2018, 3:30 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Nemo
Clearly anyone can write here.
If you’re wondering why I’m attacking you and not Countess Reigna, it’s because you’re acting like an asshole.
If you’re wondering why I’m attacking you and not Countess Reigna, it’s because you’re acting like an asshole.
Written By Nemo
March 19, 2018, 3:29 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
Nor am I seeing why it matters to you, either, but there it is.
Are the journals of Vellichor only for some people to write their thoughts, feelings, opinions, and accounts of their daily lives in?
More seriously, my concern is that reacting with emotion does not aid anyone's case. Given that the debate is about something I do not believe anyone would not consider a grave matter, I found that it wounded the defense to essentially shout down another because the way in which he questioned things did not contain the supposed correct quantity of respect.
Are the journals of Vellichor only for some people to write their thoughts, feelings, opinions, and accounts of their daily lives in?
More seriously, my concern is that reacting with emotion does not aid anyone's case. Given that the debate is about something I do not believe anyone would not consider a grave matter, I found that it wounded the defense to essentially shout down another because the way in which he questioned things did not contain the supposed correct quantity of respect.
Written By Thena
March 19, 2018, 3:27 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Calaudrin
I’ve seen a lot of nobles who don’t seem to have the sense not to shit in their own bed. But it’s so strange seeing it coming from someone of my own background.
Written By Calaudrin
March 19, 2018, 3:24 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
So many things to address today, so I'm just going to stick with two.
1) Prince Ainsley: Also known as the Paladin of the Sword also known as Deputy Commander of the Iron Guard. He's a damn good leader and fine soldier. And rumor tells me, stepped in to try and stop my wife from being eaten by /demon/ (along with several others thankyouthankyouthankyou).
2) There are people I don't pick fights with. The Guildmaster of a BUNCH of people who could someday be responsible for stitching me back together and preventing my death? Yeah, I'm going to pass on that one. I suggest you do the same.
1) Prince Ainsley: Also known as the Paladin of the Sword also known as Deputy Commander of the Iron Guard. He's a damn good leader and fine soldier. And rumor tells me, stepped in to try and stop my wife from being eaten by /demon/ (along with several others thankyouthankyouthankyou).
2) There are people I don't pick fights with. The Guildmaster of a BUNCH of people who could someday be responsible for stitching me back together and preventing my death? Yeah, I'm going to pass on that one. I suggest you do the same.
Written By Thena
March 19, 2018, 3:16 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Nemo
Still not seeing why you have such an issue with someone being emotional and taking offense at someone’s attitude.
Written By Margerie
March 19, 2018, 3:09 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Eirlys
Hearing the circumstances of your death, dear girl, I am reminded of your life and the bright, bold spirit that drew my daughter's friendship and made you her sister of the spirit, and one of my beloved acorns.
When next I return to Oakhaven, I will plant new life for you and hope to watch it grow into a mighty oak.
When next I return to Oakhaven, I will plant new life for you and hope to watch it grow into a mighty oak.
Written By Nemo
March 19, 2018, 3:09 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
Countess Reigna, your journal was rife with emotion. It was, entirely, an appeal to emotion. We need not know one another for any one reader, myself or otherwise, to observe that. You concluded the entry concerning Derovai Voss with a statement about respect, which I posit is something of a virtue rather than a hard fact. It struck me that your dispute with Voss was less about what he is asking after than it was the way in which he asked it.
Ignoring everything else going on in this, I shall ask you this: Is it wrong to ask questions, even the ones we personally find offensive or distasteful?
Ignoring everything else going on in this, I shall ask you this: Is it wrong to ask questions, even the ones we personally find offensive or distasteful?
Written By Venturo
March 19, 2018, 3:08 p.m.(5/21/1008 AR)
Those few souls who I've met in my short time here in Arx have all surely one thing they collectively agree upon about me. I enjoy telling stories. I collect them through experiences, and the process of sharing those experiences with others in quiet, stimulating conversation brings me no end of delight. My time here in Arx has already given me a few more, and I shall recount one now:
I had the fortune of meeting a Lady within my first day, one whose keen mind and observations are matched by few I've encountered in my travels. We entered into a discussion about Luck versus Skill, and which is the most important. I argued, rather unconvincingly in her eyes, that without the opportunity of being put in the right places at the right time -- an attribute of luck -- ones skill might forever go unnoticed. That coincidences lead to opportunities. She, understandably so, was skeptical.
Not but a couple of nights later, we decided upon a wager to pit Luck versus Skill. A charity poker game held at the Golden Hart. Rarely have I had such highs and lows in a single game of -- dare I say -- chance. There were times everyone at the table paused, so close were the hands, or so phenomenal the cards upon the table. So to were we joined by Wits who played a strong game. Yet, in the end, Luck won the night, and I was victorious.
While I may not have convinced this Lady that Luck has something to do with it all, she honored the bet we had made. Without a single string attached, the next day I received the funding and materials. Not a question or followup to see how I was spending it. In this, one can be no more honorable in my eyes. That Lady? Was none other that the Marquessa Lianne Pravus.
I must also recognize the Princess Reese, Lord Grady, Master Waldemai and the Lady Desiree for their fine play. All of you have free drinks waiting for you at Raconteur Brewery when you want them.
I had the fortune of meeting a Lady within my first day, one whose keen mind and observations are matched by few I've encountered in my travels. We entered into a discussion about Luck versus Skill, and which is the most important. I argued, rather unconvincingly in her eyes, that without the opportunity of being put in the right places at the right time -- an attribute of luck -- ones skill might forever go unnoticed. That coincidences lead to opportunities. She, understandably so, was skeptical.
Not but a couple of nights later, we decided upon a wager to pit Luck versus Skill. A charity poker game held at the Golden Hart. Rarely have I had such highs and lows in a single game of -- dare I say -- chance. There were times everyone at the table paused, so close were the hands, or so phenomenal the cards upon the table. So to were we joined by Wits who played a strong game. Yet, in the end, Luck won the night, and I was victorious.
While I may not have convinced this Lady that Luck has something to do with it all, she honored the bet we had made. Without a single string attached, the next day I received the funding and materials. Not a question or followup to see how I was spending it. In this, one can be no more honorable in my eyes. That Lady? Was none other that the Marquessa Lianne Pravus.
I must also recognize the Princess Reese, Lord Grady, Master Waldemai and the Lady Desiree for their fine play. All of you have free drinks waiting for you at Raconteur Brewery when you want them.
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