Written By Joscelin
Dec. 18, 2017, 1:28 a.m.(10/17/1007 AR)
I dreamt I crafted a baby of gold, set her to move on gears and wires. It was a strange dream, but the craftsmanship I achieved was -divine-.
It was just a dream. Probably some of the honeymead I drank and the scone I gobbled it down with.
No more mead before bed, Josie.
It was just a dream. Probably some of the honeymead I drank and the scone I gobbled it down with.
No more mead before bed, Josie.
Written By Fergus
Dec. 18, 2017, 12:32 a.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Apparently, I still give sparring lessons a lot like how the old man did.
Don't know if that's good or bad.
Going to assume good because I'm still here.
Don't know if that's good or bad.
Going to assume good because I'm still here.
Written By Ryhalt
Dec. 18, 2017, 12:30 a.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Lisebet
She's returned home for a time, leaving the rest of us here in Arx without a certain enthusiasm chasing us. I hope that she will return soon.
Written By Fortunato
Dec. 18, 2017, 12:22 a.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Bastien
Clay is rather soft as prisons go, it also bears mentioning. Would be relatively easy for the romantic prisoner to punch his way out and throttle the artist. Should the fatal perfection impulse ever strike. I only want everyone to remember they have options. You have nothing to fear from me!
Written By Caelis
Dec. 18, 2017, 12:22 a.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
I ache for an adventure to take my mind of things. Perhaps I should set out while I can still see my toes. There's so much to do and see. I think I understand my husband's wistfulness for the life of an errant knight. I will have to think of ways we can still have our adventures and not make Alis worry. Surely taking Edain out to rove for a long weekend is for his sister's well being. I think he'd more likely go if it were for her ease of mind. Perhaps I will try that for our next vacation. Until then I shall dream of apples.
May your hopes find safe harbors.
May your hopes find safe harbors.
Written By Leola
Dec. 18, 2017, 12:18 a.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Costas
The Velenosian meeting was fine, and Baron Saik wishes to speak with me at both our convenience - we're both always busy, but still, when we can.
It was fine to see the Sword, Costas, react to events in a careful and precise manner to speak with the Grand Duchess at such a moment. For all we've so little in common in our work, we've much the same attitude to it - we do the job that's in front of us.
It was fine to see the Sword, Costas, react to events in a careful and precise manner to speak with the Grand Duchess at such a moment. For all we've so little in common in our work, we've much the same attitude to it - we do the job that's in front of us.
Written By Bastien
Dec. 18, 2017, 12:17 a.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Fortunato
That sounds very much like something that someone planning to encase someone else in clay would say.
Written By Alarissa
Dec. 18, 2017, 12:15 a.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Dear Dragon
It's not that I don't want to hold her. Holding her at the moment is just not really feasible. In a few weeks perhaps.
That and in truth I'm terrified of her. Terrified for her, but most certainly terrified of her. I watched a friend lavish more affection on her in ten minutes than I had since the moment she was born and then went sliding from my arms.
I wonder if it would have been the same with you.
I don't know.
She just has to survive. We all have to. I am disappointed in myself Dragon and I don't know if I am allowed to be.
It's not that I don't want to hold her. Holding her at the moment is just not really feasible. In a few weeks perhaps.
That and in truth I'm terrified of her. Terrified for her, but most certainly terrified of her. I watched a friend lavish more affection on her in ten minutes than I had since the moment she was born and then went sliding from my arms.
I wonder if it would have been the same with you.
I don't know.
She just has to survive. We all have to. I am disappointed in myself Dragon and I don't know if I am allowed to be.
Written By Fortunato
Dec. 18, 2017, 12:11 a.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
To seek perfection is to seek a kind of stasis, a point where growth ends forever, a point where one can rest, satisfied.
No such point exists. We are mortal and restless, we are mortal and hungry. One may as well embrace the turmoil.
No such point exists. We are mortal and restless, we are mortal and hungry. One may as well embrace the turmoil.
Written By Olivia
Dec. 18, 2017, 12:03 a.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
While nothing major has transpired, I am doing more work with new plants... of which I seem to hear of someone discovering more of near all the time. Alongside those the which the Explorers and Lodge possess, I've been contacted about hunting down another odd variety to provide a medical cure.
Written By Fortunato
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:54 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Bastien
I only want to state, for the record. I only want to state, as an artist for artists.
I am often unsatisfied with portraits. I dislike portraiture in general as staid and driven by vanities.
I do, however, promise I will never encase anyone, my love or otherwise, in clay. That would violate every artistic ethic I have. And I do have them!
I am often unsatisfied with portraits. I dislike portraiture in general as staid and driven by vanities.
I do, however, promise I will never encase anyone, my love or otherwise, in clay. That would violate every artistic ethic I have. And I do have them!
Written By Freja
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:53 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
It is impeccable timing on my husband's behalf to travel North, back to Aviaron to see to new building plans just as I am preparing a meeting for the Northern Fealty here in Arx.
Short Summary: There is no lack of things to do. If you need a place, a job, or some aim it can be found. Any lack of purpose I consider laziness on the individual's part. Send word if you wish to find direction. I have suggestions aplenty.
Short Summary: There is no lack of things to do. If you need a place, a job, or some aim it can be found. Any lack of purpose I consider laziness on the individual's part. Send word if you wish to find direction. I have suggestions aplenty.
Written By Aiden
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:47 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
As I walk through the menagerie, I reflect on the year past. I reflect on what was, what has been, and what will never be again, and things that we must make happen again. I'm unsure where my path leads me now, though I must be at my best and ready to give everything to do better than I have. I must let go.
Written By Mae
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:40 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Commoners Bulletin V1N2 - 10/16/1007 AR (12/17/2017)
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:
*Some Prodigals arrived from the Saffron Chain looking for their "sister". Fear not, as a posse of nobles killed the prodigals! Arx belongs to Arxians!
*Princess Alarissa put out a call requesting for all men and women of the Compact to register ownership of "Cobalt weapons". Is that some new kind of weapon? Something special, like that fancy ship that sailed into port, bound for Prince Laric? Carrying that strange weapon aboard it? That was carted out without a word, and never returned (though a lot of injured Inquisitors did return)?
*Lady Tessa Moore put out a request for people who have met a unicorn. Maybe Lady Tessa should talk to Princess Alarissas? Unicorns probably have magic weapons.
*Princess Caelis is with child! That means Prince Edain, High Lord of Valardin, has an heir on the way! To celebrate, the noble pair donated silver to poor children, and the charities and groups that support poor children. Also, they funded Arx's drinking for a night.
*After a mess of new recruits in the Iron Guard proved themselves less than honorable - extorting people, taking bribes, starting protection rackets - the leaders of the Guard cracked down. These new (mostly freed Thrall) have been dismissed from the guard. I wonder where they'll find work now.
*The Inquisition has began to pay out silver to those most hurt by the fire in Merchant West.
*Prince Venteri of the Marin'alfar has left Arx! By way of… the ocean? Is that the name of his boat?
*Princess Alarissa gave birth of High Lord Victus' daughter. Word is two very skilled (and beautiful) Disciples of Death were on hand to deliver the babe, and bless her into this world.
*Princess Reese Grayson, commander of the Grayson forces, held an award ceremony for those that fought in the recent campaign in the Gray Forest. While I am quite unclear what we were fighting, it's safe to assume there's plenty in the dark woods that mean us ill.
PROCLAMATIONS:
*Princess Sasha Valardin and Marquis Cirroch Sanna have begun courting. Is that maybe why Cirroch had those new fancy gardens built? Or were the gardens because three (3!) Sanna noblewomen arrived? I guess one of them is actually a Redrain? Not going to try to figure that one out.
*Prince Edain has announced that his wife, Princess Caelis, is with child. I believe they've already settled on "Mae" if it's a girl.
*Master of Questions Laric has announced the fire in Merchant West was started by accident, and not on purpose, and not by a person. It would seem they can stop their search for a perpetrator! We can all stop worrying.
*Lord (?) Sivard Grimhall confessed to murder and was promptly executed by the Inquisition (which the Crown Court supported).
*High Lord Victus Thrax announced the birth of his and Princess Alarissa's daugther, Astrid Thrax, and have proclaimed her heir of Maelstrom. Gods bless Astrid Thrax.
*The lord formerly called Logan Halfshav was stripped of title and removed from his family. Looks like Duke Vercyn has forbade his family and vassals from offering the man any aid. Looks like someone messed up more than a little.
*Count Artorius Magnotta and Countess Melinda announced the birth of their child, named Lord Malcolm, who is declared heir of Caer Morien.
*Princess Alis Valardin challenged Lady Monique Greenmarch for "disrespect to Highlord Edain Valardin and the Valardin fealty". I've received confirmation that Lady Monique will be accepting the challenge.
*Lady Octavia has returned from Kennex lands and is back steering the Crown Court. She'll be keeping Lord Samael Bisland around as a senior magistrate.
*House Bisland has appointed Marquis Malesh as Minister of Economic Development and Trade and Lady Delilah Whitehawk the Beautiful as Minister of Justice and Internal Affairs.
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:
*Some Prodigals arrived from the Saffron Chain looking for their "sister". Fear not, as a posse of nobles killed the prodigals! Arx belongs to Arxians!
*Princess Alarissa put out a call requesting for all men and women of the Compact to register ownership of "Cobalt weapons". Is that some new kind of weapon? Something special, like that fancy ship that sailed into port, bound for Prince Laric? Carrying that strange weapon aboard it? That was carted out without a word, and never returned (though a lot of injured Inquisitors did return)?
*Lady Tessa Moore put out a request for people who have met a unicorn. Maybe Lady Tessa should talk to Princess Alarissas? Unicorns probably have magic weapons.
*Princess Caelis is with child! That means Prince Edain, High Lord of Valardin, has an heir on the way! To celebrate, the noble pair donated silver to poor children, and the charities and groups that support poor children. Also, they funded Arx's drinking for a night.
*After a mess of new recruits in the Iron Guard proved themselves less than honorable - extorting people, taking bribes, starting protection rackets - the leaders of the Guard cracked down. These new (mostly freed Thrall) have been dismissed from the guard. I wonder where they'll find work now.
*The Inquisition has began to pay out silver to those most hurt by the fire in Merchant West.
*Prince Venteri of the Marin'alfar has left Arx! By way of… the ocean? Is that the name of his boat?
*Princess Alarissa gave birth of High Lord Victus' daughter. Word is two very skilled (and beautiful) Disciples of Death were on hand to deliver the babe, and bless her into this world.
*Princess Reese Grayson, commander of the Grayson forces, held an award ceremony for those that fought in the recent campaign in the Gray Forest. While I am quite unclear what we were fighting, it's safe to assume there's plenty in the dark woods that mean us ill.
PROCLAMATIONS:
*Princess Sasha Valardin and Marquis Cirroch Sanna have begun courting. Is that maybe why Cirroch had those new fancy gardens built? Or were the gardens because three (3!) Sanna noblewomen arrived? I guess one of them is actually a Redrain? Not going to try to figure that one out.
*Prince Edain has announced that his wife, Princess Caelis, is with child. I believe they've already settled on "Mae" if it's a girl.
*Master of Questions Laric has announced the fire in Merchant West was started by accident, and not on purpose, and not by a person. It would seem they can stop their search for a perpetrator! We can all stop worrying.
*Lord (?) Sivard Grimhall confessed to murder and was promptly executed by the Inquisition (which the Crown Court supported).
*High Lord Victus Thrax announced the birth of his and Princess Alarissa's daugther, Astrid Thrax, and have proclaimed her heir of Maelstrom. Gods bless Astrid Thrax.
*The lord formerly called Logan Halfshav was stripped of title and removed from his family. Looks like Duke Vercyn has forbade his family and vassals from offering the man any aid. Looks like someone messed up more than a little.
*Count Artorius Magnotta and Countess Melinda announced the birth of their child, named Lord Malcolm, who is declared heir of Caer Morien.
*Princess Alis Valardin challenged Lady Monique Greenmarch for "disrespect to Highlord Edain Valardin and the Valardin fealty". I've received confirmation that Lady Monique will be accepting the challenge.
*Lady Octavia has returned from Kennex lands and is back steering the Crown Court. She'll be keeping Lord Samael Bisland around as a senior magistrate.
*House Bisland has appointed Marquis Malesh as Minister of Economic Development and Trade and Lady Delilah Whitehawk the Beautiful as Minister of Justice and Internal Affairs.
Written By Isabeau
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:36 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Percephon
Few scholars could ever hope to aspire to match Lord Percephon for pleasant company and conversation, not to mention his myriad creative talents and skills. Few, too, could claim to share as much trust with their High Lord to act as his Voice.
Written By Neve
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:35 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Sometimes you have a good day. Yesterday was not one of those days. Today wasn't much better.
I met someone yesterday whom told me that they did not want to hear my words. They did think I was worth the effort to even bother to hate. That I wasn't worth a kindness. That I was only afforded polite words. That I was not worth any of their time. This man then went on to talk about the good relationship that he has with my cousins. This man.. he has hurt me with his words, cutting into me like a knife. He seems to find solace in finding me of no reasonable value. He's hurt me. And if I were a more confident person it wouldn't have bothered me. But it did. It's made me realize that I need to find value in myself. So I have decided to double my efforts to better myself and do what I can for those around me. I have value - but sometimes I just have to beleive in the words.
I've found comfort in the arms of a lovely man.
Good points:
*Caring
*Fun
*Freindly (to me at least!)
*Handsome
*Humors me often
Bad points:
*Likes to tickle me
*Likes to tease me
Other honorable mentions are Princess Alarissa Thrax, she is a lovely, proper woman. She has taught me, and is still teaching me manners, how to behave myself, and many things that a girl of the wood didn't learn when she should have. No longer an abandoned, I suppose I'm prodigal now. Princess Alarissa is on one of the more adventuresome adventures - the maiden voyage of motherhood. I wish her well, and many fond hopes for her and Prince Victus little one.
Marquis Greenmarch - another one that deserves respect. Ever-patient I've tested his patience, and I hope I dont try it as much as I did when I first arrived. I enjoy my time with my cousin, and hope talks can move to things of less seriousness but equally important - like the talk of most effective way to cook bacon.
Prince Aurelian Valardin - Had a disagreement, but we settled it quickly. Had a nice conversation, and I've invited him to dinner. Now..what does a Prince eat? I suppose I should expand my menu of Bacon to include other less bacony-things. Hmmn. I look forward to planning something fun to do with him. But not trivia. I think he would be really good at trivia.
Sometimes I'm not happy with myself, with how I feel, but I am finally satisfied with how I act. I am in control of my actions, and I make the choices in my life, I run them, they do not run me. It's been a hard week. Painful. But at this point I'm feeling good. I'm feeling optimistic. And I'm looking forward to tomorrow. I feel like building something. A relationship, a project, I want to do something constructive and positive!
I met someone yesterday whom told me that they did not want to hear my words. They did think I was worth the effort to even bother to hate. That I wasn't worth a kindness. That I was only afforded polite words. That I was not worth any of their time. This man then went on to talk about the good relationship that he has with my cousins. This man.. he has hurt me with his words, cutting into me like a knife. He seems to find solace in finding me of no reasonable value. He's hurt me. And if I were a more confident person it wouldn't have bothered me. But it did. It's made me realize that I need to find value in myself. So I have decided to double my efforts to better myself and do what I can for those around me. I have value - but sometimes I just have to beleive in the words.
I've found comfort in the arms of a lovely man.
Good points:
*Caring
*Fun
*Freindly (to me at least!)
*Handsome
*Humors me often
Bad points:
*Likes to tickle me
*Likes to tease me
Other honorable mentions are Princess Alarissa Thrax, she is a lovely, proper woman. She has taught me, and is still teaching me manners, how to behave myself, and many things that a girl of the wood didn't learn when she should have. No longer an abandoned, I suppose I'm prodigal now. Princess Alarissa is on one of the more adventuresome adventures - the maiden voyage of motherhood. I wish her well, and many fond hopes for her and Prince Victus little one.
Marquis Greenmarch - another one that deserves respect. Ever-patient I've tested his patience, and I hope I dont try it as much as I did when I first arrived. I enjoy my time with my cousin, and hope talks can move to things of less seriousness but equally important - like the talk of most effective way to cook bacon.
Prince Aurelian Valardin - Had a disagreement, but we settled it quickly. Had a nice conversation, and I've invited him to dinner. Now..what does a Prince eat? I suppose I should expand my menu of Bacon to include other less bacony-things. Hmmn. I look forward to planning something fun to do with him. But not trivia. I think he would be really good at trivia.
Sometimes I'm not happy with myself, with how I feel, but I am finally satisfied with how I act. I am in control of my actions, and I make the choices in my life, I run them, they do not run me. It's been a hard week. Painful. But at this point I'm feeling good. I'm feeling optimistic. And I'm looking forward to tomorrow. I feel like building something. A relationship, a project, I want to do something constructive and positive!
Written By Isabeau
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:30 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Alaric
May the gods bless our good King Alaric! He has returned to us as a wiser, more thoughtful leader possessed of a noble heart. His company is an enjoyable privilege that I look forward to sharing again soon.
Written By Khanne
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:20 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
I have been in Arx much longer now than I expected to be when I came. Now, as much as I long for my shack in the mountains... I know I will remain here for some time yet. My work is nowhere near done, as I've mentioned, my to-do list is growing.
I realize tonight that I have reflected on my life a lot lately... how I was when I first arrived, how I am now. How I have changed in so many ways... and yet, I think the core of me stays the same. I have been reminded of moments in time that seemed so small at the time, but now... I realize how large an impact they made on me. The tiniest things can bring so much joy, and the important ones do not cost a single silver.
I could speak of the not-so-pleasant memories that helped shape me as well, and perhaps I will, some time. But not tonight... Tonight is about treasuring the small moments that should never be forgotten, and how they make me smile.
I realize tonight that I have reflected on my life a lot lately... how I was when I first arrived, how I am now. How I have changed in so many ways... and yet, I think the core of me stays the same. I have been reminded of moments in time that seemed so small at the time, but now... I realize how large an impact they made on me. The tiniest things can bring so much joy, and the important ones do not cost a single silver.
I could speak of the not-so-pleasant memories that helped shape me as well, and perhaps I will, some time. But not tonight... Tonight is about treasuring the small moments that should never be forgotten, and how they make me smile.
Written By Joslyn
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:17 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
If I had known that the last time that we parted would be the last, I would have made it last longer. I would have asked so many more questions. I wouldn't have just bolted off into the unknown, never a care except to see new and exciting things outside of Tor. I hope that you were proud of the woman that I became. Everything that I am, is because of you. Until the next life, Mama.
Written By Khanne
Dec. 17, 2017, 11:02 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
My to-do list is growing....
My available time is not....
There are so many people I want to sit with, converse with, share knowledge with, just enjoy the company of... and smile with... and so little time. It is fortunate that messengers deliver missives so readily, it makes keeping close with people so much easier at times. When you are unable to sit face to face and smile at one another, the written word at least keeps the thought of them a little closer.
My available time is not....
There are so many people I want to sit with, converse with, share knowledge with, just enjoy the company of... and smile with... and so little time. It is fortunate that messengers deliver missives so readily, it makes keeping close with people so much easier at times. When you are unable to sit face to face and smile at one another, the written word at least keeps the thought of them a little closer.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.