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Written By Tovell

Feb. 17, 2018, 9:50 a.m.(3/17/1008 AR)

I have visited each shrine and prayed.
I have taken on latrine duty for the King's Own as an act of sacrifice.
I have helped and made a point to assist with religious events for the faithful.
I have volunteered to assist with bandages, help with preparing medical aid, and to work help prepare those who give their lives in healing.
I feel like I have yet to do enough and I want to do more.

I love the King, the King's Own, and the Compact with all of my being. I am honored to be a knight and to be providing the King's Succor to those less fortunate. I would happily lay my life on the line for my fellow knights but also for the small folk who are the unfortunate victims in what is to come.

I pray to the Gods for them, for my brothers and sisters of the King's Own, and for the Compact.

I pray I can do enough.

Written By Percephon

Feb. 17, 2018, 7:13 a.m.(3/17/1008 AR)

Happiness ought to be felt and shared; it's not meant to be hidden away. It's meant to be offered out; not to be felt alone. When it's shared, a smile among friends - - a shared look among intimates -- that's when the greatest joy can be measured.

Written By Caelis

Feb. 17, 2018, 2:20 a.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

I look forward to fitting in my armor again. I look forward to readily seeing my toes, fighting, moving freely. Most of all, I look forward to seeing this small person I've spent near a year with. Prince Edain and I have finally chosen names one way or the other, my will is up to date. Gods willing I see my way through child birth and the battles to come.

May your hopes find safe harbors.

Written By Thorley

Feb. 17, 2018, 1:29 a.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

You are a peach, so it would make sense.

Written By Joscelin

Feb. 17, 2018, 12:29 a.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

I really do love pie.

Written By Grazia

Feb. 16, 2018, 10:58 p.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

I feel quite accomplished in my works over the past couple of days. I have made my brother Lysander officially my Voice and I have met with my vassal Marquessa Quenia regarding the war. And I have enjoyed a great quantity of fine wine.

Written By Sorrel

Feb. 16, 2018, 10:54 p.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

The math jokes. The live octopus. The vomiting. Victus's cat. Dinner with the Thrax household is not dull.

Written By Quenia

Feb. 16, 2018, 10:48 p.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

I now have all the ingredients I need. Now there are plots and grand plans to be made. It will be excellent. And, a page may be taken from Lady Monique's playbook. I hope she doesn't mind.

Written By Thorley

Feb. 16, 2018, 10:30 p.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Joscelin

I disagree, and know that I have reason to be keenly focused. However, we all have our own reasons for carrying the banner forth.

And such things can sometimes be rather pleasant.

Written By Caspian

Feb. 16, 2018, 9:46 p.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Sigurd

I'm pretty sure who you've been seeing around that looks like me in your wig is actually your long lost twin, my lord. Can you not see the resemblance?

Written By Orazio

Feb. 16, 2018, 8:12 p.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

Although many people prefer to dictate journals to Scholars, I have always preferred to pen my own words, at least in the Whites. Not because the Scholars do not do a wonderful job at their work, but because I like to travel to various places in the city to write my journal entries. Often, I write them at the Queensrest, usually with a pot of tea or glass or wine at hand. Many times, I will write at Judgment Green near where the proclaimers and speakers can be found. I enjoy listening to the debates of the day as I write.

Today, I am at the walkways at the top of the Seawatch South walls, bracing the journal against the stone and rather awkwardly juggling pen and ink. The walkways are not too busy today; a late winter day, overcast, with a cutting wind from the sea is not typically a pleasant time to be atop walls. But I am enjoying it. The wind claws at worries, fears, and irritations, scouring them away even as it chills me to the bone. Below and beyond me, I can see the Lowers laid out, and beyond that, the grey, choppy sea itself. Sea birds float over the masts of ships; a large volume of ships, more than usual, I think. And no wonder, considering the times. It's beautiful, in a cold and removed sort of way - like a sculpture of crystal, protected behind glass because it is too fragile to ever touch.

Written By Sigurd

Feb. 16, 2018, 7:55 p.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Caspian

Isn't Caspian trying to convince people he has a twin sister named Thelma, but its just him in a wig?

Written By Joscelin

Feb. 16, 2018, 6:53 p.m.(3/16/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Thorley

I think it's safe to say that less distraction and more focus in the days ahead, at least with what's important, is probably the wiser course of action.

That being said, I don't think focus will come easily.

Written By Driskell

Feb. 16, 2018, 5:34 p.m.(3/15/1008 AR)

I was discussing a matter with a stranger last evening when our discussion turned to the upcoming war and the crusade of black tides.

At what point in time have mortals decided that it is appropriate to treat their opponents in battle with dishonor? To act infantile and disrespectful towards beings that wield awesome powers? Evil, yes. At odds with the entire pantheon? Of course. But as much as these things have made your suffering, does not what it stands for help define its reflection? Without them, is it possible to define what is good, right and aspirational? No. And yet discussion happens whereby individuals boast and make promises to take the heads of this thing or that thing, not understanding that their righteous zeal is a thin coating over a darker passion they're being chained by; hubris, selfishness, ego, pride. The very things they seek to destroy are the things within them that grows. That thing you wish to sever its head as you desire to send it to oblivion, you don't recognize that you are setting up the cost and consequence as something far worse will come to replace what you took. You are mortal, human. Mortal, meant to live through suffering and good times, learn and record and inspire greatness so that the world can be made better rather than your actions spurring more from the Abyss.

Gloria, goddess of battle and war. Of chivalry and honor. Gloria desires us in battle and war not to act dishonorable and this means treating your opponents with a measure of respect. She desires not for outright obliteration but to minimize total war with the goal of how we plan and prepare for peace and healing.

Worship not the Abyss, seek not it out. Look hard within your heart and question the root of your desires. In this holy war, let not your actions and words bring dishonor but instead may future generations remember that as a champion of the gods, you upheld their ideals.

Written By Alarissa

Feb. 16, 2018, 5:20 p.m.(3/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Samael

I wish to take a moment to acknowledge in my whites, Lord Samael Bisland. I engaged in discourse with him, curious about something he has publicly stated. We sent messengers back and forth and while others might have taken offense, had escalated and gotten themselves into a heated discord, he was civil, saw the facts for what they were and then apologized. Privately and publicly. He is the example that many should live by when it comes to living our lives day to day. To keep an open mind and not be afraid to admit when they perhaps, less than right.

I look forward whole heartedly, to sharing an afternoon of tea with him in the future and to see how the relationship between the Bisland Navy and his Grace, the Prince of Maelstrom can grow and flourish. Perhaps both can learn from one another. Thank you Lord Bisland.

Written By Samael

Feb. 16, 2018, 4:52 p.m.(3/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Victus

After initial misgivings I humbly ask for your forgiveness in my voicing doubt upon your appointment. I have come around and I now stand corrected. I am sure you and House Thrax have the best interests of the Compact in mind and I am sure every honorable Bisland sailor will follow your every order. I trust the appointment by my King and am ready to stand united.

Your Humble Servant,
Samael Bisland

Written By Thorley

Feb. 16, 2018, 4:50 p.m.(3/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Joscelin

Hopefully I can temper your week into a more pleasant distraction in the weekend.

Written By Joscelin

Feb. 16, 2018, 4:05 p.m.(3/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Calaudrin

I said that when the year turned. It's still one long, hard week.

Written By Joscelin

Feb. 16, 2018, 3:39 p.m.(3/15/1008 AR)

Relationship Note on Aureth

Watching a crow drag pants through the window and drop them on my lap with all the fuss and irritation a bird can display has probably been the highlight of my week.

That they are seasilk edged in aeterna and still warm from the body that gave them up... Well. I haven't laughed out loud like that in days.

They'll make a fine hostage.

Written By Calaudrin

Feb. 16, 2018, 3:37 p.m.(3/15/1008 AR)

This is going to be one long week.

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