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Written By Sameera

Dec. 23, 2017, 12:44 p.m.(10/27/1007 AR)

I have almost finished a set of jewels I am working on.

Written By Marian

Dec. 23, 2017, 11:49 a.m.(10/27/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Killian

I did not know him in life but I will remember his sacrifice. He helped rid Arx of those foul zealots that murdered Zhayla.

My prayers are with his family and friends that mourn his loss.

Written By Marian

Dec. 23, 2017, 11:11 a.m.(10/27/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Zhayla

We were suppose to go sparring later that day. Right before the attack, she called out to me and I waved to let her know that we were still on because I was engaged in conversation with another noble. When the stranger asked me about Deepwood, I held no suspicions. I merely pointed my friend out, even called her over because the man was seeking directions to the manor. Perhaps if I had been more aware of the dangers, I would have done more to protect her before the attack. My lack of vigilance is a regret that I hold.

It happened so quickly. One moment the man was confronting Zhayla and the next releasing the dogs. I drew my sword and attacked one of the zealots. My diamond-plate sword did little to no damage. She fell to the dogs' claws and teeth within seconds. My efforts to get to her, to kill the dogs were in vain. My only recourse was to try to draw their attention, to use my martial skill to show myself as their biggest threat so the others could get away. I guess I did my job a little too well.

I am still here. I have no idea why the Gods spared me and not Zhayla. I am not more noble, more deserving. We both have roots as shavs. We both have served our houses well. I know by all rights I should have died that day. But I am still here and Zhayla is not. While I mourn for her loss, I am grateful to be alive. For those that were not there that day, she fought well. Celebrate the sheer martial skill and bravery that this prodigal carried when you attend her funeral. I may not be well enough to attend her wake but I will be there in spirit.

Please give prayers for Aksel Nygard who also fell that day and is recovering at the House of Solace. I do not wish any flowers or gifts to be sent. If you desire to offer anything, please send any donations to the House of Solace who's timely efforts saved my life.

Written By Joslyn

Dec. 23, 2017, 9:45 a.m.(10/27/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Zhayla

Goodbye my friend. Our time together was far too short, but I treasured every moment.

Written By Sorrel

Dec. 23, 2017, 9:39 a.m.(10/27/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Edain

I am writing a song to honor the birth of Prince Edain's new child. Here is the beginning of it:

Hush! Hush, Baby!
Someday you'll be a knight,
You'll guard over the Oathlands
And keep it day and night!

Sleep now, Baby!
Find strength and courage, too.
Be loyal and have honor
For many trust in you.

Written By Orathy

Dec. 23, 2017, 4:38 a.m.(10/27/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Mae

Reckon you be saying I should not be asking pretty young women on a date right now, eh?

Written By Fergus

Dec. 23, 2017, 3:47 a.m.(10/27/1007 AR)

Until further notice, I will be in the House of Solace.

After that, I go killing.

Written By Calaudrin

Dec. 23, 2017, 12:57 a.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

I sincerely hope that people stop making thinly veiled threats against my life.

But somehow, I suspect this is just the beginning.

Written By Cara

Dec. 23, 2017, 12:57 a.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Killian

Oh, my dear brother.

Written By Esoka

Dec. 23, 2017, 12:49 a.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

Calaudrin Estardes asked me to marry him and I told him of course I would.

I have many feelings I want to dedicate to Vellichor but I don't know how to sort them all out. All I know clearly is that I love this man, I have for a long time, and I want to carve that into my soul with vows to Limerance.

None of us know how much life we have. If there is any lesson I take from Gloria outside the battlefield, it is to live boldly and never shrink from doing something with a full heart, even if it's terrifying. Love is terrifying, but also amazing. I am thankful for the journey I've had with it, and eager for the rest of the adventure.

Written By Alistair

Dec. 23, 2017, 12:11 a.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

I have known so much cold in my life. The cold of a life on the run. The cold of the gutters filled with nothing but filth and no food. The cold of distrusts. Mockery. Distain. I have never known the warmth I do now. Eternal. Unending. No fire will compare. No camp fire or bonfire. No hearth. Out of the darkness I have come and I can only see and feel the welcome of smiles. Of comforting tales and warm food. I wish everyone could feel this, but I will cherish it for my own.

Written By Vanora

Dec. 22, 2017, 11:14 p.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Killian

I never knew Killian. He was very very dear to someone who is very dear to me, and thus even if only at the edges I feel the loss.

If having been well loved in life eases the movement beyond, then it seems the Paladin will be ushered well into the next stages of being.

Love is more powerful than I give it credit for, if also far more complicated than many like to acknowledge.

Written By Neve

Dec. 22, 2017, 9:40 p.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Killian

I did not have the opportunity to know Killian. However I knew him from extension of my best friend, Lady Arianna. The Lady is a very strong, special woman and a man that had convinced her to open her heart to him was a special man indeed. I respected the man, and had been looking forward to meeting him. We see how others affect our lives and Killian had a positive effect. There are many different beliefs. I believe that we remember those we love and they live on within our hearts and minds. It is the duty of the living to grieve for the dead. And part of that grief is remembering who they were, how strong they are, their good points, their bad.

Killian was a great man. He was a loved man. I respected him, and I offer prayers to the Goddess of Death. You have a special one in your hands.

My respect to the family and loved ones.

Written By Esoka

Dec. 22, 2017, 8:58 p.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Killian

I wasn't close to Lord Killian Ashford. I stood in awe and respect of his courage and faith as the Paladin of Ideals, and fought beside him a few times in our duties under the Graysons. It is the latter part I wish to commemorate to Vellichor. For when I fought with Lord Killian, and was injured by our foe, he came to my shoulder and protected me from more hurts. That was a fight we both walked away from, Gloria be praised, and I know for me that is in part to him. That is how I shall remember him. Not only brave in facing his enemies, but as stalwart and true a companion and ally in battle as one could ask for.

Written By Joscelin

Dec. 22, 2017, 6:39 p.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

I sat in the Gallery today, to look at the pieces Jayus tasked me to make Himself, and blessed me in the after.

In particular, I studied the ones of Paladins gone, passed on through the Wheel.

I hope I did well in preserving the life and achievements of them, I hope people rest their eyes upon each necklace and see the details of these brave, unique, wondrous souls.

Is it blasphemous to say I uttered prayers? That my shrine can be anything of Jayus may seem so, and forgive me, Archlectors and Disciples, if I toe a line I feel but cannot see. But I said fervent wishes to them that have gone on, and prayers of guidance and protection to those still with us.

Grant me clarity, Jayus. My fingers itch to do more than just make.

Written By Mae

Dec. 22, 2017, 6:20 p.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

EMERGENCY BULLETIN - 10/26/1007 AR (12/22/2017)

To the people of the Compact:

In the past few days, we have gotten news of many deaths. Loyal members of the Compact have fallen including a noble Dame Zhayla of Old Oak, Sword of Deepwood, and Lord Killian Ashford, Paladin of Ideals. We all mourn the loss of these men and women that have died protecting our lives and our land.

It has become apparent that these deaths are different. They happened in and near Arx. We've lost some of the Compact's finest fighters. I wish I could write to you that we need not be afraid, but I cannot. I do not want to unduly scare anyone, but these are scary times. There will be more deaths.

The people that have attacked us belong to a deranged cult, bent on bringing harm to the Compact. They are allied with the Shav'arani pirates that terrorize the Mourning Isles. They worship the Abyss and believe by sacrificing young women they will be able to defeat us. The Inquisition, the Iron Guard, the Crown, and all the Fealties are working to combat these maniacs. Their forces in Arx were slain, but it would be unwise to think they are gone for good.

All citizens of the Compact should be on the lookout for anyone - citizen, prodigal, shav, or otherwise - that is seeking out particular young women. If anyone sees or hears such things, they should contact Lord Commander Silas or Master of Questions Laric ASAP. Citizens should also be aware that security around Arx, and around the docks in particular, will be increasing in the coming days. Please be patient. Please be kind.

Mae Grayhope, Commoners' Councilor

Written By Lucita

Dec. 22, 2017, 6:09 p.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

For One More Day, a song of mourning
Notation: Though 'For One More Day" is not mentioned in the song, that is what those listening to it suggested for a title.
In memory of those who died 1007 AR - Composed by Lady Lucita Igniseri

Beneath the branches of an olden tree
Sat a lonely friend on its rooty knee.
By them an upended basket had spilled.
Their sad eyes with tears were filled.
When I knelt beside them to gently ask
Will saying what's wrong be a hard task?
Their sorrowful voice was husky, broken
As word by word their reply was spoken.

"I wanted more chances to say 'goodbye.'
"They're gone now." Came a soulful sigh.
"All that remains is there in the grass
"Letters from friends, messages passed,
"An old pet's toy, a sketch of a grouch,
"Some event tokens, a gift in a pouch.
"And beside them though you can not see
"Is my broken heart 'neath this olden tree.

Written By Ainsley

Dec. 22, 2017, 4:12 p.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Killian

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Written By Lark

Dec. 22, 2017, 3:29 p.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

Lord Killian has perished. Few things astonish me anymore, but this was unexpected news. Let my words reflect that he was a knight most trusted, and a man who never forgot to whom he owed his fealty. Some might call his death valorous, and I won't slander it, but I wish he might've seen a more peaceful end for his service.

Written By Reese

Dec. 22, 2017, 1:51 p.m.(10/26/1007 AR)

would like to take a moment to speak of the others who died on our mission to destroy Zhayla’s murders and they were destroyed. These men and women gave their lives in the fight.

Guardsman Micah Aspen of the Iron Guard who leaves behind his wife Marie.
Guardswoman Sarah Stonewell of the Iron Guard who leaves behind her mother Rose.
Guardsman Joshua Baker of the Iron Guard who leaves behind his sons Brian and Adam.
Guardsman Clint Fireside of the Iron Guard who leaves behind is Grandpa, also named Clint Fireside.
Guardswoman Lynn White of the Iron Guard who leaves behind her husband Mark and daughter Violet.
Guardsman Jim Moore of the Iron Guard who leaves behind his beloved hound, Bruce
Guardsman Noah Anderson of the Grayson Guards assigned to Prince Luca, leaves behind his girlfriend Megan.
Sailor Martin Green of the Grayson Military leaves behind his wife Joy and daughters Emma, Roxie and Primrose
Sailor Amber Wright of the Grayson military leaves behind her twin sister Ember.
Sailor Justin Evans of the Grayson military leaves behind his mother Annie, father Jack and brothers George and Sam,
Sailor Thomas Walker of the Grayson military leaves behind his three cats - Princess, Lady and Bella
Sailor Allen Lewis of the Grayson military leaves behind his husband Clark
Sailor Scott Hill of the Grayson military leaves behind his daughter Ellen
Sailor Caudine Sagebrush of the Grayson military leaves behind her 4 younger sisters, Charlotte, Cosette, Cassandra and Cecile

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