Written By Costas
March 4, 2018, 10:38 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
In my years living both outside and within the Compact, I have come round to believe that the inchoate nature of man is to be faithless. Craving the bond between souls that is forged in oaths but to mistrust that they will be repaid in balance, and keep ourselves and our confidence only for ourselves and what is personally prized.
And here, as in all such middle roads between virtue and corruption, we find the guidance of the divine urging us toward the light. Limerance calls us to not live solely as individuals but to make common cause. To wed our own fates with those around us. Though the words we speak might be different between a liege or a spouse, in both circumstances two single threads are woven together to create something much stronger. In this sanctified covenant is found the basis for all community, all civilization.
It is a threadbare soul that makes no oaths. No pledges. Holds nothing sacred but their own intentions, and holds themselves apart from the responsibility to any other. But I have met very few such folk, in truth. While we originate from faithlessness, the divine complexity of our earthly lives seems to most always place in our path something to which we are willing to submit in fidelity. One need only to look up from the fire round a group of soldiers in the late hours and see the tokens of affection held with care in their hands - letters, trinkets, locks of hair - to understand what has brought them to willing violence for the chance of a better livelihood. Have they not made oaths, silently spoken in their hearts, that carry them through the dark? I have seen such men and women fight with a fire as could not be explained save by the blessing of the gods, and so I think it the case that this impelling force to be bound in devotion is what moves, by inches at a time, our human race ever onward toward grace.
Limerance, steadfast and true. Through your guidance we are brought from the deception of solitude and into the warm light of obligation, nurturing our starved hearts. In which one may become two, and two may become something else entirely.
And here, as in all such middle roads between virtue and corruption, we find the guidance of the divine urging us toward the light. Limerance calls us to not live solely as individuals but to make common cause. To wed our own fates with those around us. Though the words we speak might be different between a liege or a spouse, in both circumstances two single threads are woven together to create something much stronger. In this sanctified covenant is found the basis for all community, all civilization.
It is a threadbare soul that makes no oaths. No pledges. Holds nothing sacred but their own intentions, and holds themselves apart from the responsibility to any other. But I have met very few such folk, in truth. While we originate from faithlessness, the divine complexity of our earthly lives seems to most always place in our path something to which we are willing to submit in fidelity. One need only to look up from the fire round a group of soldiers in the late hours and see the tokens of affection held with care in their hands - letters, trinkets, locks of hair - to understand what has brought them to willing violence for the chance of a better livelihood. Have they not made oaths, silently spoken in their hearts, that carry them through the dark? I have seen such men and women fight with a fire as could not be explained save by the blessing of the gods, and so I think it the case that this impelling force to be bound in devotion is what moves, by inches at a time, our human race ever onward toward grace.
Limerance, steadfast and true. Through your guidance we are brought from the deception of solitude and into the warm light of obligation, nurturing our starved hearts. In which one may become two, and two may become something else entirely.
Written By Darrow
March 4, 2018, 10:31 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Abbas
Abbas Thrax, now Abbas of the Isles, has fallen from grace from many.
But he has not fallen out with me.
Those who would callously turn aside a man in need show their capriciousness of face, rather than faith.
I care nothing for appearances.
But I do care for those who have risked life and limb for others, and myself.
To those there will always be a port in the storm, so long as I draw breath.
But he has not fallen out with me.
Those who would callously turn aside a man in need show their capriciousness of face, rather than faith.
I care nothing for appearances.
But I do care for those who have risked life and limb for others, and myself.
To those there will always be a port in the storm, so long as I draw breath.
Written By Elgana
March 4, 2018, 10:28 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
I will never cease to be kind when I can be.
If kindness is a weakness, then I am weak.
If kindness is a weakness, then I am weak.
Written By Caith
March 4, 2018, 10:27 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Reality is so different from all those stories I read and loved growing up. I feel like such .. a foolish child.
I endeavor to be better.
I endeavor to be better.
Written By Darrow
March 4, 2018, 10:21 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
The mists surround us now, and only time will tell if our light shines through the darkness.
As for me - my heart is wrapped in it.
As for me - my heart is wrapped in it.
Written By Demura
March 4, 2018, 10:20 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Rymarr
If that is the case, brother. I think you owe me some armor.
Written By Samael
March 4, 2018, 10:19 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Esoka
Congratulations on your nuptials!
Written By Samael
March 4, 2018, 10:17 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Lumen
The city has become all the more bearable with your arrival.
Written By Khanne
March 4, 2018, 10:13 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Congratulations to Esoka and Calaudrin on their marriage. It is a joy to see two people together as they are, laughing, loving, enjoying the time they are given in this life. I wish nothing but the best for them in their futures and may they always be a source of smiles for one another.
Written By Rymarr
March 4, 2018, 10:02 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
I'm often of the opinion that a suit of armor works for many occasions.
Celebrating a birth? Armor.
Wedding? Armor.
Romance? Armor.
Baking? Armor.
Ice skating? No armor. Must work on that.
Meetings? Armor.
Digging a trench? Armor.
Hugging? Please no.
Sports Ball? Armor.
Hugging your loved ones? Armor
Boats? Someone from the Mourning Isles once told me that if you go overboard, you're dead anyway. So, armor.
Armor is versatile and has a place in many different settings.
It has been made clear to me this evening however that I do not possess a suit of armor for a "very casual" setting. The indecision is paralyzing. Then to top it all off once I reach that decision, I may begin doubting myself when I consider what primary means of self-defense I should pair it with.
I think I'm going to be late.
Celebrating a birth? Armor.
Wedding? Armor.
Romance? Armor.
Baking? Armor.
Ice skating? No armor. Must work on that.
Meetings? Armor.
Digging a trench? Armor.
Hugging? Please no.
Sports Ball? Armor.
Hugging your loved ones? Armor
Boats? Someone from the Mourning Isles once told me that if you go overboard, you're dead anyway. So, armor.
Armor is versatile and has a place in many different settings.
It has been made clear to me this evening however that I do not possess a suit of armor for a "very casual" setting. The indecision is paralyzing. Then to top it all off once I reach that decision, I may begin doubting myself when I consider what primary means of self-defense I should pair it with.
I think I'm going to be late.
Written By Luis
March 4, 2018, 9:42 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
It would seem that every time I record my thoughts in these journals, it is about a war that is about to happen, something that is coming. I wonder if I will have another week to write about the war that is coming, or if we shall finally set out at the appointed time.
Today I also was reminded, so straightforwardly, that often when we march to the orders of others, we can harm innocents without even realizing it. I shall endeavor to ensure that those who fall beneath our blades are indeed deserving. Not that there should be any doubt, though a sane mind is one not troubled by emotion and thoughts of vengeance.
Today I also was reminded, so straightforwardly, that often when we march to the orders of others, we can harm innocents without even realizing it. I shall endeavor to ensure that those who fall beneath our blades are indeed deserving. Not that there should be any doubt, though a sane mind is one not troubled by emotion and thoughts of vengeance.
Written By Alexis
March 4, 2018, 9:32 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
A debt was fulfilled to me this week, and I am glad of it. A lord who leaves behind his family to seek his own fortune can earn ill-founded rumours, and I will shamefully admit that I did worry. What if the payment was reneged? What if I brought the loan contract to his family and they refused me, citing that he'd left their embrace.
I'm glad that my worries were unfounded and that honour remains stronger than steel in Oathlanders - even if they leave the Oathlands behind.
I'm glad that my worries were unfounded and that honour remains stronger than steel in Oathlanders - even if they leave the Oathlands behind.
Written By Alexis
March 4, 2018, 9:29 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Echo
Princess Echo continues to be a good friend, and someone I find myself seeing eye to eye with on many things.
Maybe it's because we're about the same height.
Maybe it's because we're about the same height.
Written By Alexis
March 4, 2018, 9:28 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
The time has come and I'll be tested. I'll find my place and learn under battle. I can only hope the Gods find favour in us and our cause. Gloria, let me be the leader my troops need. Lagoma see that the changes wrought by this aren't to the detriment of us.
Queen of Endings welcome those whose time have passed.
Queen of Endings welcome those whose time have passed.
Written By Aurora
March 4, 2018, 9:09 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
The Mummers put on another play, and of course I created the costumes for the performers. It went well, I suppose. The gowns were auctioned off afterwards and it appears they were well received. All in all, it wasn't completely terrible.
Written By Yasmine
March 4, 2018, 9:07 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Being a part of the opera and being up on stage again was amazing. The dress that Aurora made for my costume was gorgeous and I was pleased to see it go for a good price at the auction afterward. I promise the owner that I did bathe thoroughly before wearing it.
Written By Jeffeth
March 4, 2018, 9:04 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Caith
I wish you the very best on any adventure you may go on while I am away. Best of luck, Your Highness.
Written By Agatha
March 4, 2018, 9:02 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
Why is my sister at the docks?
*Overheard* No, scholar, the big letters!
WHY IS MY SISTER AT THE DOCKS, DO NOT LET HER ON ANY BOATS!
*Overheard* No, scholar, the big letters!
WHY IS MY SISTER AT THE DOCKS, DO NOT LET HER ON ANY BOATS!
Written By Rinel
March 4, 2018, 9:01 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
I've had a great deal of time to think. And I think I've been too solemn. Not during my penance. That's appropriate. But with everything occurring in the future--I don't know what's to come. But I've looked at the past--seen Crownbreak Point at night--and looked to an uncertain future. There's no reason to do so with a frown on my face. We can smile when everything is dark. Perhaps that's when we must.
Now, if you'll excuse me--I've a wedding to celebrate.
Now, if you'll excuse me--I've a wedding to celebrate.
Written By Peri
March 4, 2018, 8:45 p.m.(4/20/1008 AR)
I believe I may have exhausted myself into the care of some Stonewood guards trying to find a couch to place me upon. Oops.
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