Written By Acacia
Jan. 3, 2018, 11:39 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Mae
I find the best policy is to love the man not the mantle.
Having said that, I try very hard not to fall in love with heroes very often. Sadly, they don't tend to live very long.
Having said that, I try very hard not to fall in love with heroes very often. Sadly, they don't tend to live very long.
Written By Sabitha
Jan. 3, 2018, 11:34 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Six things, three days.
1. After long hours on the road, heaven is a hot bath, already ready and waiting.
2. Quitting is not an option.
3. Blood and grit makes some things better. Perplexing, why that might be.
4. Sincerity is a disarming thing.
5. I've forgotten what five is. That is SLOPPY of me, just shameful.
6. I feel at home and ease, which is just as odd as #3, and somehow relates to my thoughts there. Sometimes it takes a wrong to right things.
At least my thinking is settling into organized lines once again. Save forgotten number five. What was it?
1. After long hours on the road, heaven is a hot bath, already ready and waiting.
2. Quitting is not an option.
3. Blood and grit makes some things better. Perplexing, why that might be.
4. Sincerity is a disarming thing.
5. I've forgotten what five is. That is SLOPPY of me, just shameful.
6. I feel at home and ease, which is just as odd as #3, and somehow relates to my thoughts there. Sometimes it takes a wrong to right things.
At least my thinking is settling into organized lines once again. Save forgotten number five. What was it?
Written By Corban
Jan. 3, 2018, 10:36 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
So, it began as a joke. It became more serious.
I am proud to say that today we held the First Annual Valardin Armor Run in the Ward of Valardin. It was a joyous event, running in full plate and being pelted with pastries in the shape of weapons. I even managed to catch one in my mouth, making for an excellent snack for the remainder of the course. And it all was for charity.
We could not have done it without Duke Cristoph Laurent who served as gamemaster (and came in third!); Countess Reigna, who distributed the ammunition and collected donations; and Count Kael, who complimented me on my hair and eyes.
Thank you to all who came, ran, donated, and enjoyed!
I am proud to say that today we held the First Annual Valardin Armor Run in the Ward of Valardin. It was a joyous event, running in full plate and being pelted with pastries in the shape of weapons. I even managed to catch one in my mouth, making for an excellent snack for the remainder of the course. And it all was for charity.
We could not have done it without Duke Cristoph Laurent who served as gamemaster (and came in third!); Countess Reigna, who distributed the ammunition and collected donations; and Count Kael, who complimented me on my hair and eyes.
Thank you to all who came, ran, donated, and enjoyed!
Written By Alis
Jan. 3, 2018, 10:19 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Donella
I have quite missed our talks! You and me, tea. Soon!!
Also, I will proudly claim my new nickname of Princess Berry-Bum. Thank you for that.
Also, I will proudly claim my new nickname of Princess Berry-Bum. Thank you for that.
Written By Clover
Jan. 3, 2018, 9:28 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Mae
*A sketch of a skinny, dark haired woman dressed in just as dark clothing. Her head is tilted up and away from the viewer, her lips curved into a smile that is partially secretive and partially smug. Her amber-brown eyes are slightly turned toward the onlooker, giving the impression that the woman is looking over her shoulder at the viewer, and being just a little haughty about something.*
Written By Clover
Jan. 3, 2018, 9:27 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
*A sketch of a pale, white shield. A slight wash of silvery-gray paint has been done over the front of it. It almost seems to glimmer.*
Written By Clover
Jan. 3, 2018, 9:26 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
*A sketch of a dress in sweeping swaths of cloth, black and white with only a few touches of color. Clearly only partially finished. On the side of the page are little circles of colors that fade from bright red to a dark, dusky blue color.*
Written By Driskell
Jan. 3, 2018, 8:18 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
I have returned to Arx from my faith pilgrimage, carrying a few rather interesting objects and one for the harlequin Mae although I don't think she'll understand just what it is I'm gifting. As I walked through the Merchant Gate I thought how often do battling sides reflect each other in a warped way that which they desire to extinguish in the other.
I'm reminded too of His words: A fight between two brings joy to the unseen which observes in silence. Brothers and sisters who fight against one another will see their things taken by a stranger; avoid conflict where reasoning shows another way, lest we weaken ourselves and others to corruption.
I'm reminded too of His words: A fight between two brings joy to the unseen which observes in silence. Brothers and sisters who fight against one another will see their things taken by a stranger; avoid conflict where reasoning shows another way, lest we weaken ourselves and others to corruption.
Written By Thena
Jan. 3, 2018, 7:18 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Daemon
I need to give you more to do.
Written By Leona
Jan. 3, 2018, 7:03 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Alistair
I don't know Isolde, but I am certain /she/ is not marrying down. I hope they will be very happy, titles having nothing to do with that in any case.
Written By Valery
Jan. 3, 2018, 6:05 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
There is a book about a Knight mouse called Boots! A book about a Knightly Boots!!
I don't know who wrote it but I need to get it copied!
And it's just the first part! I need to find the rest!
I don't know who wrote it but I need to get it copied!
And it's just the first part! I need to find the rest!
Written By Daemon
Jan. 3, 2018, 5:47 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
So much work to do about the House of Solace, so little time in the day for these things.
Dust Grandmaster Armel's figurine collection - Check.
Fluff Commander Thena's pillow - Check
Dust Commander Thena's desk - Check
Make tea - Check
Make scary noises at rats in the basement until they go away - Check
Fluff sickbeds pillows - Check
Double-check Commander Thena's quarters for dust - Check
Ensure the rats are still terrified of my presence - Ongoing
Dust Grandmaster Armel's figurine collection - Check.
Fluff Commander Thena's pillow - Check
Dust Commander Thena's desk - Check
Make tea - Check
Make scary noises at rats in the basement until they go away - Check
Fluff sickbeds pillows - Check
Double-check Commander Thena's quarters for dust - Check
Ensure the rats are still terrified of my presence - Ongoing
Written By Fortunato
Jan. 3, 2018, 4:36 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Aureth
Well, if Skald decides to get really excited about maintaining class barriers, I got no way of stopping him.
Written By Aureth
Jan. 3, 2018, 4:29 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Fortunato
I don't think you can bar Skald. I think he goes where he wants.
Written By Fortunato
Jan. 3, 2018, 4:15 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
I have an ongoing discussion with certain of my friends. About whether our place at birth reflects an order sacred to those of the Tetrad of Concepts particularly (barring Skald - this is not something I imagine Skald cares much about), and, further, about how one's place may change while still holding certain concepts sacred.
I am therefore always fascinated when a place changes.
I am therefore always fascinated when a place changes.
Written By Sorrel
Jan. 3, 2018, 3:59 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Tikva
Tikva's War Song:
Here we stand on the verge of war:
Here we see what we're fighting for.
We hold, between comrade and liege.
Though our ideals are under siege,
We stand; we fight! Rally the day!
All brave, no fear! Defend our ways!
Here we stand on the verge of war:
Here we see what we're fighting for.
We hold, between comrade and liege.
Though our ideals are under siege,
We stand; we fight! Rally the day!
All brave, no fear! Defend our ways!
Written By Echo
Jan. 3, 2018, 3:18 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
Sparte's kinda like a hero! He's got a goofy grin and he doesn't even seem that strong on the surface, but he's definitely something else. I'm glad that I was able to practice with him, he really helped me out a lot.
Written By Mae
Jan. 3, 2018, 3:14 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Acacia
Ever fall in love with a hero, then peel back the mask and find out they're just human? And love them all the more for it?
Written By Thena
Jan. 3, 2018, 2:58 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Serafine
Was it the gut rot hooch that Smoke and Spirits sells? Because that stuff will swiftly remind you why you left somewhere in the first place.
Written By Orazio
Jan. 3, 2018, 2:55 p.m.(11/24/1007 AR)
To the Faithful Reader:
First, I am reminded that it is through the blessings of Vellichor and the hard work of the Scholars of Vellichor and all of those who hold knowledge dear in our hearts that so many of the Compact's people are able to write their thoughts, concerns, and truths down, making them sacred and inviolate for the generations who follow us. I am certain that this is a gift to be appreciated and respected, and I am equally certain that when the children and grandchildren of the Compact grow to an age where they can look up the words of their parents and grandparents, reading that which they they considered worthy during a time of the Compact's greatest challenges, many of them will be proud and warmed by what they find. Others will have plentiful ammunition for the traditional squabbles between parent and child, and proof that, yes, their parents were once just as immature as they are.
Second, I must say that I love the idea of the 'paper fleet' as put forth by Guardsman Sparte. Often when people come to the Church, it is with the idea that they will ask what the Church, or the gods, can do for them. "I need," and "I want," are often on their tongue, and the anger can be powerful when the Church declines to promise that a blessing will be fulfilled, or the gods do not answer a prayer in the way the supplicant desires. It is much more rare to see a layman of the Faith step forward and propose a worship that is not about "I want" but rather about "I love". To give thanks to the gods for everything that they have already given us, from the breaths we take to the food we eat, and to give an outpouring of affection and worship without expecting anything in return. There is nothing childish about expressing this love, or encouraging others to do likewise.
My paper boat will carry a prayer of thanks and gratitude for the rain, for the bounty of the sea, for the bounty of the vine and the food on our tables. For the thousands of gifts we have been given from the moment of our birth, until the moment of our death, and beyond, let the gods be thanked. Not because they require our thanks, but because sincere gratitude and faith cannot help but be expressed in thought, word, and deed.
First, I am reminded that it is through the blessings of Vellichor and the hard work of the Scholars of Vellichor and all of those who hold knowledge dear in our hearts that so many of the Compact's people are able to write their thoughts, concerns, and truths down, making them sacred and inviolate for the generations who follow us. I am certain that this is a gift to be appreciated and respected, and I am equally certain that when the children and grandchildren of the Compact grow to an age where they can look up the words of their parents and grandparents, reading that which they they considered worthy during a time of the Compact's greatest challenges, many of them will be proud and warmed by what they find. Others will have plentiful ammunition for the traditional squabbles between parent and child, and proof that, yes, their parents were once just as immature as they are.
Second, I must say that I love the idea of the 'paper fleet' as put forth by Guardsman Sparte. Often when people come to the Church, it is with the idea that they will ask what the Church, or the gods, can do for them. "I need," and "I want," are often on their tongue, and the anger can be powerful when the Church declines to promise that a blessing will be fulfilled, or the gods do not answer a prayer in the way the supplicant desires. It is much more rare to see a layman of the Faith step forward and propose a worship that is not about "I want" but rather about "I love". To give thanks to the gods for everything that they have already given us, from the breaths we take to the food we eat, and to give an outpouring of affection and worship without expecting anything in return. There is nothing childish about expressing this love, or encouraging others to do likewise.
My paper boat will carry a prayer of thanks and gratitude for the rain, for the bounty of the sea, for the bounty of the vine and the food on our tables. For the thousands of gifts we have been given from the moment of our birth, until the moment of our death, and beyond, let the gods be thanked. Not because they require our thanks, but because sincere gratitude and faith cannot help but be expressed in thought, word, and deed.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.