Written By Brogan
Feb. 6, 2018, 12:46 p.m.(2/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sigurd
Sigurd!
Damn glad to see you back in the City, Nephew. I've got to say that you've picked up right where you left off, and a night of drinking is exactly how I wanted to spend your first day back. We've got many more Taverns to see, and people to meet ... likely trouble to cause, but hopefully not too much for Lydia.
You know if you need anything from me I'll be there straight away. You, Lydia, and Mydas carry much on your shoulders, but you don't need to do it between the three of you. Plenty of us are ready and willing to help. Don't be stubborn... at least this way.
Damn glad to see you back in the City, Nephew. I've got to say that you've picked up right where you left off, and a night of drinking is exactly how I wanted to spend your first day back. We've got many more Taverns to see, and people to meet ... likely trouble to cause, but hopefully not too much for Lydia.
You know if you need anything from me I'll be there straight away. You, Lydia, and Mydas carry much on your shoulders, but you don't need to do it between the three of you. Plenty of us are ready and willing to help. Don't be stubborn... at least this way.
Written By Fortunato
Feb. 6, 2018, 12:31 p.m.(2/17/1008 AR)
There is also great joy in change. Joy and wonder beyond describing. You are on the river, you look back and look at how far you've come. At all you've seen. All you've learned to be.
But you must acknowledge the fear and the difficulty, because you must change not despite it, but because of it. Fear is excitement and anticipation as much as dread. Fear need not war with desire. It can feed it. Well. Enough. I can talk forever about change.
But you must acknowledge the fear and the difficulty, because you must change not despite it, but because of it. Fear is excitement and anticipation as much as dread. Fear need not war with desire. It can feed it. Well. Enough. I can talk forever about change.
Written By Aureth
Feb. 6, 2018, 11:40 a.m.(2/17/1008 AR)
It is human to fear what we do not know, but all things must end so that they may begin anew. I don't know that it is possible to truthfully avoid the fear of change. To embrace it despite of our fears, owning them, is the beginning of progress.
But only the beginning.
But only the beginning.
Written By Fortunato
Feb. 6, 2018, 10:50 a.m.(2/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Roran
Change is terrifying. Why wouldn't it be? You're swept up in upheaval and must learn to swim in new waters. You make a choice and must change yourself to make it. Every choice is opportunity lost, every change is a molding of the self that may fluctuate tomorrow. Change is the grasping of chaos and shaping it into growth. It is not certainty, it is not safety. Neither exist. It's meet to be terrified. But it's also appropriate to realize the alternative is much more frightening.
I am old enough to have life I regret wasting. The river is fearful. But to stand on the shore and watch it pass is to disappear from your own life.
I am old enough to have life I regret wasting. The river is fearful. But to stand on the shore and watch it pass is to disappear from your own life.
Written By Ann
Feb. 6, 2018, 10:16 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Roran
We must embrace it, of course - those who are unable to trust change have no hope of ever transcending. Stasis is not the nature of the world we embrace.
Written By Itzal
Feb. 6, 2018, 10:09 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Roran
How could one not? Life without change would be madness. Imagine the boredom, to be stuck to do the same thing, to be the same thing, over and over?
Written By Jael
Feb. 6, 2018, 10:09 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Felicia
What High Lord Edain says is true. And while I may or may not be able to claim discipline on the field, I assure you, you will never see me out there in no armor at all.
Team Blue Forever!
Team Blue Forever!
Written By Thena
Feb. 6, 2018, 10:06 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Preston
You have obviously never heard me sing.
Written By Roran
Feb. 6, 2018, 9:59 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Do you embrace change?
Or do you fear change?
Or do you fear change?
Written By Preston
Feb. 6, 2018, 9:49 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
No matter how beautiful your singing voice, you aren't a Grayhope now Thena Godsworn!
Written By Valery
Feb. 6, 2018, 5:34 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
I got a message today congratulating me...
It seems people are talking about my work in the town!!
It seems people are talking about my work in the town!!
Written By Merek
Feb. 6, 2018, 5:25 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Aiden
We have not talked in a while, however I am curious to learn more about some birds I've heard about. I might talk to you about them when you are able.
Written By Merek
Feb. 6, 2018, 5:20 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
It seems like the winter will move on to spring. I know that I'm Velenosian, however where I'm from around in Fidante often had a nice cool to it because of the wind and hills. I am a curiosity when it comes to weather, but I prefer the cooler season.
Written By Eiran
Feb. 6, 2018, 2:19 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Back in Arx. Valardin Ward is seventy percent more goat by volume than I remember, and everyone seems to have taken up comedy since I saw them last. Still, it beats Artshall in the winter, doesn't it?
Pertinent to which, Cristoph: any letter from a Mairi Sheridan ought to go directly into the hearth flames sight-unseen. If, on the other hand, the letter is from a Marielle Sheridan, dispose of it twice as fast. Consider using gloves.
We'll all be happier that way, I promise you.
It's good to be back.
Pertinent to which, Cristoph: any letter from a Mairi Sheridan ought to go directly into the hearth flames sight-unseen. If, on the other hand, the letter is from a Marielle Sheridan, dispose of it twice as fast. Consider using gloves.
We'll all be happier that way, I promise you.
It's good to be back.
Written By Itzal
Feb. 6, 2018, 12:24 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
And yes, a song can kill and destroy. If you're certain it cannot, feel free to share your darkest, deepest secrets with me. Or I suppose I can find them on my own.
On an unrelated note, always pay your bards, folks!
On an unrelated note, always pay your bards, folks!
Written By Itzal
Feb. 6, 2018, 12:18 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Can a song change the world? On its own, no, not the kind I can make. Not the kind most people can make. Can a song change someone? Yes, if it's the right one. Good or bad, as long as the song reaches the heart, the guts, the soul.
Can a song change the world? If the right person listens, absolutely.
Can a song change the world? If the right person listens, absolutely.
Written By Mae
Feb. 5, 2018, 11:52 p.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
(To whom it may concern: This should have been posted days ago! I forgot to add a copy to the whites. My apologies. -Mae)
Commoners Bulletin V2N3 - 02/12/1008 AR (02/03/2018)
The Commoners Bulletin is a condensed version of the news, happenings, and proclamations given out in the past fortnight! If you have news to include in the bulletin, or you believe I've missed something, please send word! (OOC: Using mail is good!)
-Mae Grayhope, Commoners Council
NEWS:
*Someone vandalized the Reading Room in the Vellichorian Academy, tossing red paint everywhere and leaving a stack of children's toys. If anyone has any information, send it along to Archscholar Bianca.
*The situation in Kennex has continued to improve! The whole Kennex family seems to have come together to support the Marquis and Marquessa. Allies have come to aid as well, including the Grim Duke's own son! Well done, House Kennex.
*News has reached Arx of an expedition of the Inquisition - apparently a group went to Stonehearth and smashed some petrified trees? Stonehearth is the home of the Stonewood Family. The Master of Questions has released a statement explaining that cultists had taken up within the grove, and the Inquisition had moved in to stop some nasty murders they had performed. If anyone has information, please send it to Master of Questions Laric! (Though, also, I think Laric just hates trees, petrified or otherwise.)
*A new play opened at the Blackrose Theater. Titled 'Besieged, a Play in Three Acts', it features a group of commoners sharing their lives during the siege of Arx. While I'll not spoil the play itself, I will say it is critical of the nobility. And, as lovely as the show was, the highlight of the premiere was likely Lord Darrow's tone-deaf and borish claim that, in my words, lots of people die so commoners should stop complaining. Fortunately, more than a few nobles were as appalled by the man's comments as everyone else was, and stepped up to tell him how wrong he was.
*House Grayson hosted a 'rally and free-for-all'. Surely this was designed to show unity in the family, and I am told there was, indeed, unity! There was a marching contest, which Prince Ainsley won, but he was a host so that didn't count, meaning Lady Margerie won! There was a pie-dodging contest, and Archlector Aleksei Morgan won that. And in the free-for-all, Prince Luca the Gorgeous and Lazy won! No lazy in all ways, clearly. Prizes included stygian and diamondplate. I am suddenly sad I didn't go and beat Blessed Aleksei.
*Sir Daemon Dracone has been seen all over the Lowers doing charitable work. I can confirm I've seen the man and his good deeds. Keep it up, Sir Daemon!
*Blessed Roran, Archlector of Lagoma, has returned to Arx after a lengthy tour of the Shrines throughout the Compact. Cats everywhere in the city rejoice. No, I don't know why. And get your mind out of the gutter, Joscelin.
PROCLAMATIONS:
*Lady Arianna Stonewood resigned as Voice of her house.
*The brilliant and capable Dame Eleanor Allenatore was promoted to First Captain of the King's Own. I am ever more certain the King and Queen and their beautiful children are in good hands.
*What's been happening in Greenmarch? I know we're all curious! This week we have both a resignation of a Voice and an appointing of a formerly resigned voice! Prince Fiachra Valardin is out! Lady Monique Telmar is back in! I heard a rumor that folks are starting to place bets on the next change.
*Princess Cassima Thrax was promoted to Minister of Finance and Income of House Thrax. Her duties include managing the coffers, ensuring vassal houses are paying their taxes, and stopping High Lord Victus from buying more expensive cat toys.
*Prince Aurelian Valardin and Marquessa Quenia Igniseri are courting. That means that in a while, if they still can stand each other, they'll get married!
*Prince Aiden Grayson and Princess Cadenza Velenosa have been named First Seekers of the Society of Explorers. That means they'll be Voices, and speak with Princess Lou Grayson's authority on matters of the Society. Which, did you all know, it's actually really hard to get into the Society of Explorers? I'm not kidding, it's tough.
*Princess Isolde Velenosa announced that, in lieu of wedding gifts, she'll be collecting money to help children in the Lyceum. This will be done via a raffle. How fun!
Commoners Bulletin V2N3 - 02/12/1008 AR (02/03/2018)
The Commoners Bulletin is a condensed version of the news, happenings, and proclamations given out in the past fortnight! If you have news to include in the bulletin, or you believe I've missed something, please send word! (OOC: Using mail is good!)
-Mae Grayhope, Commoners Council
NEWS:
*Someone vandalized the Reading Room in the Vellichorian Academy, tossing red paint everywhere and leaving a stack of children's toys. If anyone has any information, send it along to Archscholar Bianca.
*The situation in Kennex has continued to improve! The whole Kennex family seems to have come together to support the Marquis and Marquessa. Allies have come to aid as well, including the Grim Duke's own son! Well done, House Kennex.
*News has reached Arx of an expedition of the Inquisition - apparently a group went to Stonehearth and smashed some petrified trees? Stonehearth is the home of the Stonewood Family. The Master of Questions has released a statement explaining that cultists had taken up within the grove, and the Inquisition had moved in to stop some nasty murders they had performed. If anyone has information, please send it to Master of Questions Laric! (Though, also, I think Laric just hates trees, petrified or otherwise.)
*A new play opened at the Blackrose Theater. Titled 'Besieged, a Play in Three Acts', it features a group of commoners sharing their lives during the siege of Arx. While I'll not spoil the play itself, I will say it is critical of the nobility. And, as lovely as the show was, the highlight of the premiere was likely Lord Darrow's tone-deaf and borish claim that, in my words, lots of people die so commoners should stop complaining. Fortunately, more than a few nobles were as appalled by the man's comments as everyone else was, and stepped up to tell him how wrong he was.
*House Grayson hosted a 'rally and free-for-all'. Surely this was designed to show unity in the family, and I am told there was, indeed, unity! There was a marching contest, which Prince Ainsley won, but he was a host so that didn't count, meaning Lady Margerie won! There was a pie-dodging contest, and Archlector Aleksei Morgan won that. And in the free-for-all, Prince Luca the Gorgeous and Lazy won! No lazy in all ways, clearly. Prizes included stygian and diamondplate. I am suddenly sad I didn't go and beat Blessed Aleksei.
*Sir Daemon Dracone has been seen all over the Lowers doing charitable work. I can confirm I've seen the man and his good deeds. Keep it up, Sir Daemon!
*Blessed Roran, Archlector of Lagoma, has returned to Arx after a lengthy tour of the Shrines throughout the Compact. Cats everywhere in the city rejoice. No, I don't know why. And get your mind out of the gutter, Joscelin.
PROCLAMATIONS:
*Lady Arianna Stonewood resigned as Voice of her house.
*The brilliant and capable Dame Eleanor Allenatore was promoted to First Captain of the King's Own. I am ever more certain the King and Queen and their beautiful children are in good hands.
*What's been happening in Greenmarch? I know we're all curious! This week we have both a resignation of a Voice and an appointing of a formerly resigned voice! Prince Fiachra Valardin is out! Lady Monique Telmar is back in! I heard a rumor that folks are starting to place bets on the next change.
*Princess Cassima Thrax was promoted to Minister of Finance and Income of House Thrax. Her duties include managing the coffers, ensuring vassal houses are paying their taxes, and stopping High Lord Victus from buying more expensive cat toys.
*Prince Aurelian Valardin and Marquessa Quenia Igniseri are courting. That means that in a while, if they still can stand each other, they'll get married!
*Prince Aiden Grayson and Princess Cadenza Velenosa have been named First Seekers of the Society of Explorers. That means they'll be Voices, and speak with Princess Lou Grayson's authority on matters of the Society. Which, did you all know, it's actually really hard to get into the Society of Explorers? I'm not kidding, it's tough.
*Princess Isolde Velenosa announced that, in lieu of wedding gifts, she'll be collecting money to help children in the Lyceum. This will be done via a raffle. How fun!
Written By Sorrel
Feb. 5, 2018, 10:05 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
For a pair of good friends, a song in honor of Limerance about giant water birds that mate for life and always return to their spouses and do not recover the loss of a spouse:
I love you like an albatross
Forever true and never dross
With you I'll mate just once for life
To hold against upcoming strife
Together shall we build a nest
And keep it safely from the rest
Our chicks may come, our chicks may go
And though they're flying to and fro
I'll always find my home in you
A place of safety that is true
I love you like an albatross
And should I ever face your loss
To mate again I cannot do
For I recall my love for you.
I love you like an albatross
Forever true and never dross
With you I'll mate just once for life
To hold against upcoming strife
Together shall we build a nest
And keep it safely from the rest
Our chicks may come, our chicks may go
And though they're flying to and fro
I'll always find my home in you
A place of safety that is true
I love you like an albatross
And should I ever face your loss
To mate again I cannot do
For I recall my love for you.
Written By Derovai
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:48 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I said none of that, but I'll see you there. Of course I'll buy. I'll even pick the drink.
Written By Samantha
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:30 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Derovai
And because you haven't seen me in the Lowers, that must mean I'm never there, and that I have never actually put my silver where my mouth is.
I could list my accomplishments with regard to the people of Arx, and doing so might address your non-accusation, but it also would make me a braggart. And I would more than likely be accused of what some are taken to calling "but not all nobles".
If you are genuinely curious about who I am, what I'm doing, and what I've done, I'd be happy to have a drink with you at the Murder. And you're still buying.
I could list my accomplishments with regard to the people of Arx, and doing so might address your non-accusation, but it also would make me a braggart. And I would more than likely be accused of what some are taken to calling "but not all nobles".
If you are genuinely curious about who I am, what I'm doing, and what I've done, I'd be happy to have a drink with you at the Murder. And you're still buying.
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