Written By Theron
Jan. 24, 2018, 8:37 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
For sake of brevity, here's an old, happy memory:
I had just fought and won my first duel. Father, who had helped me train up until that point, patted me on the shoulder and said:
"Well done."
I was very pleased with myself, barely fifteen years old, but winning duels already.
I had just fought and won my first duel. Father, who had helped me train up until that point, patted me on the shoulder and said:
"Well done."
I was very pleased with myself, barely fifteen years old, but winning duels already.
Written By Cristoph
Jan. 24, 2018, 8:32 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
I heard there was some unpleasantness at the end of the big free for all at the training grounds. I didn't notice it myself, I was having a spectacular time teaming up with Sir Norwood. I found myself wishing Count Kael was there. Next time! All the combatants were skilled opponents.
And Lady Margerie was kind enough to help me up after several poor attempts to wrestle Sir Norwood to the ground. It's good to have friends!
And Lady Margerie was kind enough to help me up after several poor attempts to wrestle Sir Norwood to the ground. It's good to have friends!
Written By Mason
Jan. 24, 2018, 8:30 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
I've recently learned of some things that make my heart feel heavier than I thought it capable. I know that I am guilty of vagueness, but I often forget to put my thoughts to paper, despite my many hours at the archives.
I try to spend a lot of time listening to people and hearing their stories. I have learned over the years that we all have our burdens to bear. Some more than others, that is certain, and I do not take any of the blessings of life I have received for granted. I know how fortunate my birth was. I fully understand the benefits of title and rank. One thing that is not shielded by nobility, however, is sorrow. There is enough of that to go around for all.
I truly hope the friends that have been gracious enough to trust me recently know that I think of them, and try to share some small piece of the burden they face.
I try to spend a lot of time listening to people and hearing their stories. I have learned over the years that we all have our burdens to bear. Some more than others, that is certain, and I do not take any of the blessings of life I have received for granted. I know how fortunate my birth was. I fully understand the benefits of title and rank. One thing that is not shielded by nobility, however, is sorrow. There is enough of that to go around for all.
I truly hope the friends that have been gracious enough to trust me recently know that I think of them, and try to share some small piece of the burden they face.
Written By Felicia
Jan. 24, 2018, 8:22 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
I'm pretty sure that if I asked a Scholar to write this for me, they could come up with a hundred better ways of saying it than me. The poetry of words would do justice to the gift I've been given, but instead there's just me.
This thing. This beautiful, impractical thing that I have been gifted with, must have cost a fortune, but Gods its lovely. Mistress Alarie is truly a master of her craft, and there's not words to describe the honour of having been gifted it. To call it merely a belt would be to insult its craftsmanship, and it deserves a far more eloquent tongue than mine to do it justice.
I'll never complain about being assigned a dawn shift after a night of drinking ever again.
This thing. This beautiful, impractical thing that I have been gifted with, must have cost a fortune, but Gods its lovely. Mistress Alarie is truly a master of her craft, and there's not words to describe the honour of having been gifted it. To call it merely a belt would be to insult its craftsmanship, and it deserves a far more eloquent tongue than mine to do it justice.
I'll never complain about being assigned a dawn shift after a night of drinking ever again.
Written By Fatima
Jan. 24, 2018, 8:09 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
To honor the request of good memories to be recorded:
Donrai Thrax, Prince of Maelstrom and Highlord of the Isles, once said to me, "You are the least disappointing of my grandchildren."
I'm quite certain he meant only in that particular moment, and I cannot even remember what it was for, but his praise was so sparing that those words have stuck with me. As I got older I realized he said LEAST disappointing, which still isn't saying I wasn't disappointing.
In this, though, I shall be a spoiled princess and choose to claim the memory with my own recollection and assume he meant something nicer.
Donrai Thrax, Prince of Maelstrom and Highlord of the Isles, once said to me, "You are the least disappointing of my grandchildren."
I'm quite certain he meant only in that particular moment, and I cannot even remember what it was for, but his praise was so sparing that those words have stuck with me. As I got older I realized he said LEAST disappointing, which still isn't saying I wasn't disappointing.
In this, though, I shall be a spoiled princess and choose to claim the memory with my own recollection and assume he meant something nicer.
Written By Derovai
Jan. 24, 2018, 8:04 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
It's almost like you don't want to let me have fun at your expense. Nevertheless, the lyrics are out there now, and they only need reach the eyes of a wiling and talented musical composer. I will do my best to ensure that they do.
Written By Thena
Jan. 24, 2018, 7:24 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Derovai
No.
Written By Audric
Jan. 24, 2018, 6:59 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
When she comes around again, I hope she spots the little tweaks to her figurine that I advised on and appreciates them. I didn't have all my minions buy all of them, which was a monumental effort of willpower on my part.
Written By Joscelin
Jan. 24, 2018, 5:26 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
I found the figurines of Ianthe and Zhayla. Along with my dear Kima, they sit on a shelf in my home, like an altar to loved ones gone. It's too crowded, this altar, but I know that wherever they are, passed on and in the care of the Queen, they are whole, hale, and hope one day I'll be with them again.
But not anytime soon.
But not anytime soon.
Written By Driskell
Jan. 24, 2018, 4:56 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
For the records lest I forget, a few verses of the Prelate's Psalm.
Great children flew above the skies,
true lords without peer or equal.
Rebelled did they against their fate,
twin banner created upheaval.
Where sun and moon joined together,
a third lay purposefully hidden.
A covenant broken for power was gained,
terrible truth to them was forbidden.
Sun and moon crashed and warred,
sun in revenge did smite the great children.
Moon eclipsed the sun and peace was won,
skulls danced as they were bidden.
A city of jet formed deep down,
as moon crashed to the west.
A bloody queen whose rage did burn,
a choice freed all the rest.
Sun and moon flew to the north,
where winter does not die.
And slowly stokes the fire of wrath,
as sun plots against former ally.
Metal moved across the lands,
scorching a world in dark.
Against them moved a great beast,
to open gates for its dark patriarch.
Badger, bat and spider did meet,
a treaty in night did they create.
Against the threat that consumed the east,
darkness to light gravitates.
A sacrifice of gold was made,
as midnight conquered the land.
A king who listened like a queen,
darkness could not withstand.
Five crowns upon a head did roll,
slain by a huntsman king.
Five crowns were marshaled by a queen,
and slay did she the fell king.
And so the cycle does repeat,
forever it may seem.
Until the day comes when it is done,
and through destruction comes a new dream.
Non Omnis Moriar, the words are said,
unseen ribbons weave through all things.
Of how opposites are all connected,
and what their choices will bring.
Great children flew above the skies,
true lords without peer or equal.
Rebelled did they against their fate,
twin banner created upheaval.
Where sun and moon joined together,
a third lay purposefully hidden.
A covenant broken for power was gained,
terrible truth to them was forbidden.
Sun and moon crashed and warred,
sun in revenge did smite the great children.
Moon eclipsed the sun and peace was won,
skulls danced as they were bidden.
A city of jet formed deep down,
as moon crashed to the west.
A bloody queen whose rage did burn,
a choice freed all the rest.
Sun and moon flew to the north,
where winter does not die.
And slowly stokes the fire of wrath,
as sun plots against former ally.
Metal moved across the lands,
scorching a world in dark.
Against them moved a great beast,
to open gates for its dark patriarch.
Badger, bat and spider did meet,
a treaty in night did they create.
Against the threat that consumed the east,
darkness to light gravitates.
A sacrifice of gold was made,
as midnight conquered the land.
A king who listened like a queen,
darkness could not withstand.
Five crowns upon a head did roll,
slain by a huntsman king.
Five crowns were marshaled by a queen,
and slay did she the fell king.
And so the cycle does repeat,
forever it may seem.
Until the day comes when it is done,
and through destruction comes a new dream.
Non Omnis Moriar, the words are said,
unseen ribbons weave through all things.
Of how opposites are all connected,
and what their choices will bring.
Written By Aeryn
Jan. 24, 2018, 4 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Thorley
Well met at the Menagerie! I hope you had fun at the free for all and I am very sad I couldn't be there to cheer you on! Feel free to visit any time!
Written By Aeryn
Jan. 24, 2018, 3:56 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Gawain
It was lovely to meet you today at the shrine. I'm so sorry I had to leave so suddenly! If you wanted to continue our chat I think I will be there again in the coming days.
On another note, Arx, I think he wears more horses than I do bees!
On another note, Arx, I think he wears more horses than I do bees!
Written By Shard
Jan. 24, 2018, 3:54 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
I understand the need to come to the defense of a friend, but.../least/ spoiled? You're kidding, right?
I saw Reese give away more things in an hour than I've owned in my entire life. Things she no longer had room to keep in a house so large my entire tribe could have lived inside of it, probably with horses included. That day she had a song sung about her, to her, while surrounded by enough food to feed a crowd of people twice as large as the one it took to take all the things she was giving away, things that were brought out to the grounds by servants in large chests, that, when emptied, the servants carried away again at a single order from her.
And I'm sure all of that is a normal thing to you, because that's the way you live too. But some perspective, please.
I saw Reese give away more things in an hour than I've owned in my entire life. Things she no longer had room to keep in a house so large my entire tribe could have lived inside of it, probably with horses included. That day she had a song sung about her, to her, while surrounded by enough food to feed a crowd of people twice as large as the one it took to take all the things she was giving away, things that were brought out to the grounds by servants in large chests, that, when emptied, the servants carried away again at a single order from her.
And I'm sure all of that is a normal thing to you, because that's the way you live too. But some perspective, please.
Written By Aeryn
Jan. 24, 2018, 3:30 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
((Normally elegant writing is a mess of excited scribbles and could evoke the notion that if spoken it would all be in the language known as 'squee')).
The Duke Laurent and Count Keaton conspired against me!
Together they arranged the Best Gift Ever!!!
I cant wait to introduce you all to him! Her?!
It needs a name!
Oh its a beet dyed silkie chicken!!! Absolutely fabulous little fluffball!! Im going to train it to deliver my messages!
The Duke Laurent and Count Keaton conspired against me!
Together they arranged the Best Gift Ever!!!
I cant wait to introduce you all to him! Her?!
It needs a name!
Oh its a beet dyed silkie chicken!!! Absolutely fabulous little fluffball!! Im going to train it to deliver my messages!
Written By Arianna
Jan. 24, 2018, 1:57 a.m.(1/10/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Belladonna
"Princess Reese Grayson is the least spoiled Princess I have ever met. She is kind, and she is an incredible leader. I have complete faith in the Grayson general's ability to lead their forces to triumph in the days to come. Again and again, she has proven herself against the enemies of the Compact. Successfully. These enemies will be no different."
Cousin, your candor is appreciated always. Especially when it strikes so true. I try to be a woman of few words now, so I will only say this. I, Lady Arianna Stonewood, couldn't agree more.
Cousin, your candor is appreciated always. Especially when it strikes so true. I try to be a woman of few words now, so I will only say this. I, Lady Arianna Stonewood, couldn't agree more.
Written By Clover
Jan. 24, 2018, 1:47 a.m.(1/10/1008 AR)
"Cry, my darlings,
cry for the broken hearts,
for star-crossed lovers torn forever apart,
for the emptiness of lost love and
grief born through endless years in solitude.
Weep, for that is the way of the world,
and that is the truth of it, that all that is beautiful comes to an end,
and not all that is good turns to sorrow, but half.
For time has a way of unraveling life and all its works,
and to grieve for it is only right, for if there is no grief,
and if there is no loss, then there can be no hope at all."
This are Her words, not mine. But I hold them dear. Now as I did then. It is alright to cry.
cry for the broken hearts,
for star-crossed lovers torn forever apart,
for the emptiness of lost love and
grief born through endless years in solitude.
Weep, for that is the way of the world,
and that is the truth of it, that all that is beautiful comes to an end,
and not all that is good turns to sorrow, but half.
For time has a way of unraveling life and all its works,
and to grieve for it is only right, for if there is no grief,
and if there is no loss, then there can be no hope at all."
This are Her words, not mine. But I hold them dear. Now as I did then. It is alright to cry.
Written By Belladonna
Jan. 24, 2018, 12:56 a.m.(1/10/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Reese
Princess Reese Grayson is the least spoiled Princess I have ever met. She is kind, and she is an incredible leader. I have complete faith in the Grayson general's ability to lead their forces to triumph in the days to come. Again and again, she has proven herself against the enemies of the Compact. Successfully. These enemies will be no different.
Written By Brogan
Jan. 24, 2018, 12:36 a.m.(1/10/1008 AR)
Only a couple bloody months and I feel like a new man again. The brisk air, filled with the scent of Pine and Fir, with enough chill to get the blood pumping. The Sun rising over the land, the promise of a new day with new challenges, and shining off the lakes in a way that you don't see in the choked streets of the City. The creatures sharing, living, killing in the cycle of life that few can appreciate until they are a part of it. By the Spirits, I Love this Land.
The last night I watched the starry sky, the last bit of whiskey starting a fire in my belly to match the one in my camp, and I was paid a visit by the local pack. Golden eyes glared at me from the trees, my own returning a gaze of feral readiness, hoping both for the coming conflict and that they are smart enough to leave a meaner predator alone. The big dark alpha and I stared at each other for a moment, Blood and Pain in our past, but neither willing to roll over with our stomach's bared to the World. There was a low rumble, maybe from him or my own, but the eyes disappeared into the night without any trouble.
"Well, Lads, guess that's my sign to move on. World waits for no Man or Beast, and I've got Taverns to Toss and friends to see."
The last night I watched the starry sky, the last bit of whiskey starting a fire in my belly to match the one in my camp, and I was paid a visit by the local pack. Golden eyes glared at me from the trees, my own returning a gaze of feral readiness, hoping both for the coming conflict and that they are smart enough to leave a meaner predator alone. The big dark alpha and I stared at each other for a moment, Blood and Pain in our past, but neither willing to roll over with our stomach's bared to the World. There was a low rumble, maybe from him or my own, but the eyes disappeared into the night without any trouble.
"Well, Lads, guess that's my sign to move on. World waits for no Man or Beast, and I've got Taverns to Toss and friends to see."
Written By Cambria
Jan. 23, 2018, 11:21 p.m.(1/10/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Hadrian
Two thousand three hundred and ninety four marks for physical annoyances. These can include, but are not limited to: Looking at him funny, raising my voice too high, not talking loudly enough, or 'doing that thing that you do, you know what it is.'
Three thousand forty seven and a half for mental annoyances. These can include, but are not limited to: Asking what that thing is. (Because I do not know, even to this day). Mental exhaustion after having to 'deal with all of this,' and waking up and having no idea if it is day or night because he has to live in a 'literal cave now, what is wrong with you people.'
I've received marks for things I did exactly the same the day before but did not get a mark at the time. I have also received marks for things a relation has done, such as 'Every time I hear the term grand niblings,' as well as 'for any time I hear Theron talk about his hair.' Oh! I also received a thousand marks in one go after I took the chalk board and broke it, and another five hundred for smashing all of the chalk.
There are also 'talk back' marks, which is to say if I argue or contest a mark, I can receive another mark, though we have shuffled some off to the mark court, where I can contest them properly via the accepted legal forms, which master Luigi has expertly drafted.
At a rough estimate, however, it will be another thirty-seven years, at which point one or both of us will be dead, and I certainly will not have borne any children. However, there is hope! For our anniversary, the Marquis has generously cleared my entire record.
We have survived year one.
Three thousand forty seven and a half for mental annoyances. These can include, but are not limited to: Asking what that thing is. (Because I do not know, even to this day). Mental exhaustion after having to 'deal with all of this,' and waking up and having no idea if it is day or night because he has to live in a 'literal cave now, what is wrong with you people.'
I've received marks for things I did exactly the same the day before but did not get a mark at the time. I have also received marks for things a relation has done, such as 'Every time I hear the term grand niblings,' as well as 'for any time I hear Theron talk about his hair.' Oh! I also received a thousand marks in one go after I took the chalk board and broke it, and another five hundred for smashing all of the chalk.
There are also 'talk back' marks, which is to say if I argue or contest a mark, I can receive another mark, though we have shuffled some off to the mark court, where I can contest them properly via the accepted legal forms, which master Luigi has expertly drafted.
At a rough estimate, however, it will be another thirty-seven years, at which point one or both of us will be dead, and I certainly will not have borne any children. However, there is hope! For our anniversary, the Marquis has generously cleared my entire record.
We have survived year one.
Written By Sina
Jan. 23, 2018, 11:17 p.m.(1/10/1008 AR)
Since my Lady Donella has married into House Redrain, I have been offered a position as handmaiden to Princess Consort Alarissa Thrax nee Grayson since she married Prince Victus, as she requires a servant with knowledge of the customs and practices of the Mourning Isles. I have just returned to Arx after she sent me to Maelstrom to recover a sentimental item, which she sorely missed.
I must admit, I am very impressed with Princess Alarissa's efforts with regards to improving the lot of the thralls of House Thrax. She is certainly ambitious, but change has to start somewhere, and I am honored to be able to stand witness to it.
On my return to Arx, I attended the Commoner's Council meeting, where we were all informed about some of the preparations being made for the impending arrival of the Gyre's fleet. This was quite informative, and I appreciated that the nobility are trying to be at least somewhat transparent in this regard. I believe it will help the commons to feel more reassured that their safety is being considered.
I must admit, I am very impressed with Princess Alarissa's efforts with regards to improving the lot of the thralls of House Thrax. She is certainly ambitious, but change has to start somewhere, and I am honored to be able to stand witness to it.
On my return to Arx, I attended the Commoner's Council meeting, where we were all informed about some of the preparations being made for the impending arrival of the Gyre's fleet. This was quite informative, and I appreciated that the nobility are trying to be at least somewhat transparent in this regard. I believe it will help the commons to feel more reassured that their safety is being considered.
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