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Written By Kael

March 15, 2018, 6:05 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Aric

"While he's still too new to know any better?"

Still. It seems that you and I have come to an understanding. Take good care of things while I am away.

Written By Joscelin

March 15, 2018, 4:33 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

The epitaph is a one of my masterpieces, though I don't carve or sculpt often. It's sandstone, and not unlike carving waxes to cast from though on a much grander scale. If anyone has wondered why my fingers are rubbed raw and I've been slow to work, they know now. I carved the face of every man, woman, and child on that thing myself, and despite the name, sandstone is -not- some soft chalk-like material to work with. It's hard and gritty and it gets in everything. I managed to carve most of it in pieces, here, and shipped them with us and put them together like a giant puzzle piece, finishing the finer details at the site with more carving and carefully inlayed metals and seashells.

My apologies to everyone that had to deal with me during that time as I was not a nice person in those final weeks. My gratitude, too, to whomever kept bringing me food. I don't remember your name, but that my clothes aren't falling off me from weightloss and that's impressive after such intense creative binges. So. Thank you.

Also, Crafters, don't let me forget; those that helped are getting a bonus. Send me a message if you don't hear from me and I'll forward the writs. I'm rather bed-ridden for completely unrelated reasons, and my shop will remain closed for a little while longer.

Written By Joscelin

March 15, 2018, 4:20 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

I concur with Samantha Bisland on that point.

I did think about releasing them all to Aureth, just to know his hair will fall out after reading my Black journals, but...

Written By Samantha

March 15, 2018, 3:40 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

I hereby revoke my desire to release my Black Journals upon my death.

If I have some control over who tells my story, then let it be me.

Written By Merek

March 15, 2018, 3:20 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

I wish I could manage to visit more events, but so often I'm busy or doing something else. I am hopeful that I can at least visit my friends when I'm able. I at least have started some ideas on my new crafts.

Written By Harlan

March 15, 2018, 1:51 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

I, and Ashford, are leaving to fight with Grayson and the Compact as is our duty, praise Limerace. I am leading the Ashford forces to Stormwall, where I will join the archers. I worry for Olivia, but know she will be safe with the healers, helping some of those who fall recover. I plan on returning. There is too much that needs to be done on many fronts, the future to plan for, and other battles which will need to be fought.

I will enjoy the trip, as I love being out of the city. I wish it were for better reasons, admittedly, but it will be nice to breathe the open air, see trees, and smell and hear the natural world -- although I'm sure I'll be more smelling, seeing and hearing the forces around me than nature.

Gild keep us safe on our journey from Arx, and on our return. Mangata bless our ships and send gales to foul our enemies ships. Gloria remind us of our honor. Jayus thank those who have created our armor and weapons. Lagoma help our healers to assist those who are wounded. Queen of Endings help those who fall to return to the their next beginning. The Sentinel defend us. Vellichor remind us to record as much of what happens as possible, and keep that knowledge available to those who need it.

Written By Felix

March 15, 2018, 1:25 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Caprice

I had the pleasure of meeting another recent return to the city - one who comes with the praise of the Pantheon on her lips and a devotion to the craft in her gaze. I hope many have a chance to meet her in the near future, and that she finds herself well placed with her return. For those in need of a tailor, with all the work to go around, I suggest you seek her out.

Written By Felix

March 15, 2018, 1:22 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Thena

Don't worry, I'll make you a dagger named 'sharp pokey thing' for when you return.

Written By Felix

March 15, 2018, 1:21 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

To those who are departing Arx, may Mangata provide fair weather for your travels, and storms for the enemies who come.

Written By Margot

March 15, 2018, 12:19 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

If I die:

Lady Catalana is to stay on at the Tyde Tower as long as she wishes to tutor Lady Victoria as she grows into adulthood. My Aeterna outfit shall also be given to her.

Prince Gideon and his family may also remain in Tyde Tower as long as they wish, may he support my son in learning to be the Thrax man I know he will be.

Princess Reese may have my iridescite ring, it's not pink but I hope she will wear it any how and remember me

Prince Galen may have my Serpent Knot cuff

Prince Luca may have my flask, and in the event it goes with me into the next life he may also have my alcohol. All of it.

Princess Alarissa may have my iridecite circlet

Lady Lethe may have all of my clothes not other wise spoken for

Princess Donella is to have my polar bear fur cloak

To High Lord Victus - there is a letter that has been left in my chest of drawers for you

My mother's moonstone ring, and my diamond plate dagger are to be held in keeping for my daughter, Victoria
My rubicund axe is to be held for my son - His name is on a slip of paper in my chest of drawers, please give it to him when he's ready

Everything else may be dispersed by my husband as he sees fit. May he serve as a wise regent until Victoria, the future Duchess of Tyde, comes of age to over see the holdings herself.

Written By Elgana

March 15, 2018, 12:12 p.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Echo

That makes my heart feel better knowing you are with her, watching for her. That Violet is there. It doesn't mean little to me, princess. It means so much more. All of you come home to me.

Written By Tessa

March 15, 2018, 11:33 a.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Orathy

People is not an answer.

Written By Lucita

March 15, 2018, 10:55 a.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

Notes: Setarco market vendor foods currently available despite the flood of soldiers and sailors to the city: Fried stuff, lots of fried stuff. The short stick shaped ones can be fish (tasty but sometimes bony) or potatoes or cheese though all look the same. The half circle shaped ones were some kind of filling with apples and raisins, like a pie but fried instead of baked. And the round ones had a little chocolate flavor though the rest of it was a mystery, and the oblong ones were eggy cheese meat filled. Kabobs, watery lemon flavored water, slabs of meat on a piece of bread. Some was familiar, some was not. Setarco wines (in moderation) helped wash it all down no matter what type food it was.

Written By Mae

March 15, 2018, 10:52 a.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

For any and all that might be wondering, I am not leaving Arx. I've left Arx three times ever, and each time has been more scary than the previous. I'm sure not going to set out when there's a war on!

That said, I will be in the Shrine of the Queen of Endings and Mother of Beginnings often. Any and all that wish to come speak about endings and beginnings, those passed and those yet to come, I will gladly consult as best as I am able. And if the words of a Harlequin are not what you need, the Murder of Crows is open and pouring a different kind of console.

Written By Tikva

March 15, 2018, 9:42 a.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

Never decide what you will see before you look. The eye and the mind should be partners, not at odds.

Written By Lianne

March 15, 2018, 9:21 a.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Sabella

Seeing only the good reveals only half the truth. Always pursue the fuller picture. Always see the best in everything, so long as you don't allow that habit to blind you to the worst.

Written By Sabella

March 15, 2018, 8:43 a.m.(5/13/1008 AR)

Seeing the best in everything should not be viewed as a failing. Doing the right thing should never be put off because it is inconvenient!

Written By Kenna

March 15, 2018, 7:51 a.m.(5/12/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Aiden

I came home to find Aiden gone. On the eve of his leaving this fills me with fear and uncertainty.

If he should read this:
You are a piece of Whitehawk's heart, please, come back to us when this fight is gone.

The manor is already feeling too empty.

Written By Thena

March 15, 2018, 7:11 a.m.(5/12/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Preston

I didn’t name him. Everyone knows I don’t name things.

Written By Thena

March 15, 2018, 7:10 a.m.(5/12/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Calaudrin

When have I ever done anything stupid.

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