Written By Abbas
July 8, 2017, 11:42 a.m.(10/18/1006 AR)
Children sometimes never grow up. They never see that the world is not some idealistic place. It is a harsh place where when sheltered too long people breed weakness. There is a time to shelter children and loved ones. But there are times when one must separate from their youthful fancies and harden themselves to what is before them.
Failing to do so only burdens those who would seek to shelter you.
Failing to do so only burdens those who would seek to shelter you.
Written By Maeve
July 8, 2017, 10:46 a.m.(10/18/1006 AR)
I have come in posession of a shop in which to sell my fragrances! It is a very nice shop. In the back is a little courtyard that can easily be turned into a beautiful garden. There is also a yurt to the back of the garden! As exciting as it is to have this shop, it is also bittersweet. This shop used to belong to Shadow. Sure, I could have built my very own shop. However, that just seemed like a waste of resources and space. It would mean unnecesary lumber and plaster being used to create a new building. So, it pleases me just to reuse something that is perfectly there. It is just sad that Shadow had to go in order for me to obtain the shop.
Written By Maeve
July 8, 2017, 10:38 a.m.(10/18/1006 AR)
I am still in shock and disbelief. His Honor, Darren Redrain has made me his Minister of Agriculture for the Redrain! This is simply mind boggling to me! I would have never ever ever ever thought I would be graced with such a high title. He knows how much I love the lands. I just hope my love is enough! I have also decided to learn more on agriculture itself. I know nature. I know plants. I know animals. However, Agriculture is a new set of knowledge in of itself. I am excited for this opportunity to serve, learn, and grow!
Written By Maeve
July 8, 2017, 10:30 a.m.(10/18/1006 AR)
So many people came together to fix the forest. There were the warriors that fought off the dangers. There were the leaders that organized the efforts. There were the workers that were willing to clear the brush and till the soil. It was myself and Prince Aiden Grayson that were willing to do the dirty, but very necessary work! Through our efforts, we were able to gather up tons of poo! Well.. people like to call it fertilizer, I call it what it is. It is this that will be tilled into the soil to give it life again. There is so much work ahead of the people of Arx. However, it warms me so much to know there are so many that pulled together to ensure the forest lives on.
Written By Magpie
July 8, 2017, 8:05 a.m.(10/18/1006 AR)
Do I read through the journals sometimes? Absolutely! Why? I don't know, it's something to do. Maybe I like to watch for opportunities. Whatever.
So now people are worried about animals? What the fuck is up with that?
Nevermind that there are people struggling and suffering, let's make sure to set up a really nice super-special home for old animals!
Here's another idea!
Donate resources to me, Magpie Grayhope, and I will use it to build a new facility down in the Lowers for all the struggling prodigals and refugees of this recent war. We'll call it Magpie's Meat Shop. Two birds killed, one stone thrown. (I actually don't really like that expression given how it relates to murdering birds and I'm a fan of birds, but it fits my point.)
So! If you support Magpie's Meat Shop, drop by the Murder of Crows or Highway Robbery and chat with me. Let's be economical with our funds!
So now people are worried about animals? What the fuck is up with that?
Nevermind that there are people struggling and suffering, let's make sure to set up a really nice super-special home for old animals!
Here's another idea!
Donate resources to me, Magpie Grayhope, and I will use it to build a new facility down in the Lowers for all the struggling prodigals and refugees of this recent war. We'll call it Magpie's Meat Shop. Two birds killed, one stone thrown. (I actually don't really like that expression given how it relates to murdering birds and I'm a fan of birds, but it fits my point.)
So! If you support Magpie's Meat Shop, drop by the Murder of Crows or Highway Robbery and chat with me. Let's be economical with our funds!
Written By Fiachra
July 8, 2017, 2:51 a.m.(10/18/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Edain
When I came to Arx, it was to accompany my sister. Eirlys wished to embrace our status as some of the newest members of the Compact more than I did. I wished only to be left to the woods of my youth. I still laugh, sometimes, over the way that we met, but only because it was obvious, even then, that you were a different man that what I would have expected.
You have made some mistakes, perhaps, but so have we all, Prince. In the years I have been in this city, I have seen only that, while you never desired the mantle of high lord, you wear it well. My respect, my loyalty, is ever yours. I am proud to call you my brother-in-law, and family. You know what that word means for me.
P.S. - I also have an addition to your list. You made the mistake of sending me a messenger asking me why I wanted to speak with you while drinking tea.
You have made some mistakes, perhaps, but so have we all, Prince. In the years I have been in this city, I have seen only that, while you never desired the mantle of high lord, you wear it well. My respect, my loyalty, is ever yours. I am proud to call you my brother-in-law, and family. You know what that word means for me.
P.S. - I also have an addition to your list. You made the mistake of sending me a messenger asking me why I wanted to speak with you while drinking tea.
Written By Alis
July 8, 2017, 2:36 a.m.(10/18/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Edain
None among us is perfect. But every day you show us your courage, your loyalty to the Oathlands and its ideals, and your honor in the face of adversity. Do not forget as you publicly castigate yourself that you have picked up the pieces of a shattered family after tragedy, and then borne the mantle of leadership that you never expected to have. I am proud to be your sister and help you navigate the unfamiliar terrain we find ourselves on.
P.S. - In your list, you forgot to mention that one time that you forgot my birthday :(
P.S. - In your list, you forgot to mention that one time that you forgot my birthday :(
Written By Aiden
July 8, 2017, 1:56 a.m.(10/18/1006 AR)
To those of Arx, regarding the animals of Arx.
For many months I have worked tirelessly to see that the Menagerie was expanded, not merely for the amusement of it's people, but for the comfort of the animals within. Many have questioned me why is it that these animals cannot return to the wild. The answer to them has been, many have been all their lives in captivity, are old, or the journey back to their native land would be too strenuous on them. Some CHOOSE to be there.
The Menagerie has many skillful handlers that oversee the animals - healers too. If there are sick and injured, they should be brought to the Menagerie where enclosures have been built to reduce the stress on the animals, and we already have a system in place to feed them and take care of their needs. If you don't believe me, you can see for yourself how much effort that the sponsors and those who donated, have put into it.
We're still in the process of determining how best to set up an adoption agency for Animal Companions that no longer have a handler - but I foresee that being settled in the new spring.
Though I would certainly stress the use of areas (in the case the Menagerie) that are already built than raising funds to create a whole new area. I would hate to see all the efforts of the people who committed to this project be overshadowed.
For many months I have worked tirelessly to see that the Menagerie was expanded, not merely for the amusement of it's people, but for the comfort of the animals within. Many have questioned me why is it that these animals cannot return to the wild. The answer to them has been, many have been all their lives in captivity, are old, or the journey back to their native land would be too strenuous on them. Some CHOOSE to be there.
The Menagerie has many skillful handlers that oversee the animals - healers too. If there are sick and injured, they should be brought to the Menagerie where enclosures have been built to reduce the stress on the animals, and we already have a system in place to feed them and take care of their needs. If you don't believe me, you can see for yourself how much effort that the sponsors and those who donated, have put into it.
We're still in the process of determining how best to set up an adoption agency for Animal Companions that no longer have a handler - but I foresee that being settled in the new spring.
Though I would certainly stress the use of areas (in the case the Menagerie) that are already built than raising funds to create a whole new area. I would hate to see all the efforts of the people who committed to this project be overshadowed.
Written By Warrick
July 8, 2017, 1:13 a.m.(10/18/1006 AR)
I don't really write journals, but I understand the Archives are a hot spot in Arx and I just have to know, people of Arvum:
Why would a Count ever piss on a perfectly good rug?
I don't get it.
Why would a Count ever piss on a perfectly good rug?
I don't get it.
Written By Belladonna
July 7, 2017, 10:44 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
I spent the evening at Whisper House tonight.
It was delightful, and I highly recommend it.
It was delightful, and I highly recommend it.
Written By Darren
July 7, 2017, 8:31 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
I have always believed a mark of a good leader is someone who is not only willing to admit when they are wrong, but will make attempts to move forward and make amends. I was told of Prince Edain's journal and commend him for his ability to see where his faults are, and put them out into the public eye. I have long considered Prince Edain a friend, and I admire him and his bravery now.
My own faults are plentiful - though I was raised to follow in my father's footsteps, I believed that it would be a long time before my day to sit on Redrain's throne would come. I did not anticipate his death, and when pieces of him were delivered to our doorstep, I didn't actually believe he was truly gone. I don't think I ever mourned for my father's passing. I know I did not truly grieve. I launched myself into work, into caring for my people, into finding out what happened to him. I let that sorrow eat away at me.
I have many failures. But the one I regret the most was allowing my father's death to cloud my judgment. To be unable to see beyond it, at least when it came to the Nox'alfar. What happened when they came to the city the first time around was a regrettable failure. I was motivated by the wrong reasons. I made the wrong choices. And I know that an apology now, almost a year later, means nothing. But I will forge forward and try to repair the damage that was done, and learn from the mistakes that were made.
Above all else, I will do what is right by the North. Sometimes that means making difficult choices, setting aside personal feelings, and seeing the bigger picture. I will never be perfect. I will make mistakes again. But I will always try to do what is right for my people. Until the last.
My own faults are plentiful - though I was raised to follow in my father's footsteps, I believed that it would be a long time before my day to sit on Redrain's throne would come. I did not anticipate his death, and when pieces of him were delivered to our doorstep, I didn't actually believe he was truly gone. I don't think I ever mourned for my father's passing. I know I did not truly grieve. I launched myself into work, into caring for my people, into finding out what happened to him. I let that sorrow eat away at me.
I have many failures. But the one I regret the most was allowing my father's death to cloud my judgment. To be unable to see beyond it, at least when it came to the Nox'alfar. What happened when they came to the city the first time around was a regrettable failure. I was motivated by the wrong reasons. I made the wrong choices. And I know that an apology now, almost a year later, means nothing. But I will forge forward and try to repair the damage that was done, and learn from the mistakes that were made.
Above all else, I will do what is right by the North. Sometimes that means making difficult choices, setting aside personal feelings, and seeing the bigger picture. I will never be perfect. I will make mistakes again. But I will always try to do what is right for my people. Until the last.
Written By Edain
July 7, 2017, 7:43 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
There has been no shortage of people taking time to point the finger as of late. And that I am writing this is going to make Duke Arn yell at me, but I think sometimes we have to take a long look at ourselves and understand how we've played a part in what has gone wrong. The mistakes I have made and will continue to make could fill the archive one day. So here are a list of some of the ones I've taken ownership up for all to sea.
*I saw the tension growing between Princess Dawn and other leaders of the Compact, and I did not do enough to help. I did not do enough to help others see then Lady Regent Dawn as the leader I knew her to be. I did not do enough to advise her in a direction where she could have put some tensions to rest. In this way I failed the compact.
*I stand by my vote against paying the Teind even to this day, but one of my reasons is one that I am not proud of. I was willing to stand by my ideals and die for them even if it meant oblivion. I thought that better than compromise. But that is selfish and sometimes to be a leader you must be willing to compromise your ideals to protect the innocent that just want to lives their lives in peace and did nothing to invite the darkness that was Tolamar Brand. This was a failure.
*I let the first negotiations with the Nox'alfar get out of hand and break down. Whatever I feel about their ultimate intentions, I did not do enough to try and keep them from falling apart because I had already made up my mind about what the Nox'alfar truly wanted. This was a failure.
*I have let my distrust of the Nox'alfar cause tension between myself and some of House Grayson. House Grayson and House Valardin have been staunch allies for 1000 years. If we have ever warred with one another it has been lost to history to me at least. I have always felt that Grayson's more akin to cousins than an entirely seperate family. I do not trust the Elves and I don't expect I ever will, but house Grayson's fate is tied to theirs and has been since the time of Queen Alarice the Great. I understand how important this treaty is and why we need it now, but I worry that someday we will find the there is a great cost to yoking ourselves to creatures with as little regard for live as the Nox'alfar. But this is all the more reason I should stand more fast with my allies, to be there ready to stand shoulder to shoulder with them if that day should come. I was wrong and I will mend this fence.
*I have often been dismissive of gifts of Alaricite weapons frequently referring to such blades as 'made of pansy elf metal.' I should not be so dismissive of any asset.
*Perhaps my greatest failure is that prior to the Tragedy of Sanctum I never prepared a day in my life to lead. I was certain that burden would not fall to me, and when I did I was not ready.
What I have done, and what I will never be ashamed of myself for is what I have given the Compact and the Oathlands. My shield, my spear, my sword, and my life are all for them. I will hold them in their defense until there is no breath left in me.
I am sure there are people that can think of other's mistakes I have made that I should own up to. Feel free to add to these. I cannot promise I will never make mistakes, but I will always learn from them.
*I saw the tension growing between Princess Dawn and other leaders of the Compact, and I did not do enough to help. I did not do enough to help others see then Lady Regent Dawn as the leader I knew her to be. I did not do enough to advise her in a direction where she could have put some tensions to rest. In this way I failed the compact.
*I stand by my vote against paying the Teind even to this day, but one of my reasons is one that I am not proud of. I was willing to stand by my ideals and die for them even if it meant oblivion. I thought that better than compromise. But that is selfish and sometimes to be a leader you must be willing to compromise your ideals to protect the innocent that just want to lives their lives in peace and did nothing to invite the darkness that was Tolamar Brand. This was a failure.
*I let the first negotiations with the Nox'alfar get out of hand and break down. Whatever I feel about their ultimate intentions, I did not do enough to try and keep them from falling apart because I had already made up my mind about what the Nox'alfar truly wanted. This was a failure.
*I have let my distrust of the Nox'alfar cause tension between myself and some of House Grayson. House Grayson and House Valardin have been staunch allies for 1000 years. If we have ever warred with one another it has been lost to history to me at least. I have always felt that Grayson's more akin to cousins than an entirely seperate family. I do not trust the Elves and I don't expect I ever will, but house Grayson's fate is tied to theirs and has been since the time of Queen Alarice the Great. I understand how important this treaty is and why we need it now, but I worry that someday we will find the there is a great cost to yoking ourselves to creatures with as little regard for live as the Nox'alfar. But this is all the more reason I should stand more fast with my allies, to be there ready to stand shoulder to shoulder with them if that day should come. I was wrong and I will mend this fence.
*I have often been dismissive of gifts of Alaricite weapons frequently referring to such blades as 'made of pansy elf metal.' I should not be so dismissive of any asset.
*Perhaps my greatest failure is that prior to the Tragedy of Sanctum I never prepared a day in my life to lead. I was certain that burden would not fall to me, and when I did I was not ready.
What I have done, and what I will never be ashamed of myself for is what I have given the Compact and the Oathlands. My shield, my spear, my sword, and my life are all for them. I will hold them in their defense until there is no breath left in me.
I am sure there are people that can think of other's mistakes I have made that I should own up to. Feel free to add to these. I cannot promise I will never make mistakes, but I will always learn from them.
Written By Shard
July 7, 2017, 6:50 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
Outside of human reach, any grown animal that can't hunt or feed itself dies, either by starvation or, more often, at the teeth of other animals. That's simply how the world works.
That said, if the Faith actually has the resources and the mind to take care of all of Arx's old and sick animals I'm not going to be the one to complain about it. What an interesting, if bizarre idea.
That said, if the Faith actually has the resources and the mind to take care of all of Arx's old and sick animals I'm not going to be the one to complain about it. What an interesting, if bizarre idea.
Written By Tarik
July 7, 2017, 6:05 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
The past few days have been better. I have been able to talk to more people about my plans, and hopefully they can assist me. I need to send a message to Lady Khanne, and I have realized I have forgoing my sparring sessions too. There seems to be not enough time in the day to get everything done. I still believe I can finished this plan in a matter of months, instead of a years. I will know how accurate my plan is by the end of next month.
Written By Valery
July 7, 2017, 5:21 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Tarik
Mouse, or Little Mouse, sure...
But no one called me Snow Mouse before...
But no one called me Snow Mouse before...
Written By Orazio
July 7, 2017, 5:01 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
To the faithful reader:
Recent events have prompted me to consider an often underregarded population: that of the animals who live, work, and feed the faithful. We often take the service of the beasts of field and forest for granted, but just because dominion was granted to us by the mercy of Petrichor, does not mean that any should thoughtlessly use or abuse the animals that we work with and live alongside. I understand, as well, that many of our people rely on the work of animals for their livelihoods, and could not continue to pay the upkeep of animals who no longer work at the level required. This is, however, no reason to perpetrate cruelty upon injured or crippled animals, nor to simply send elderly animals to the slaughterhouses wholesale.
Gild directs us towards charity and generosity, and to never forget from where our own success and wealth spring. Limerance reminds us to be faithful to our bonds, and to look out for those who serve us, even as we offer our service to our lieges, our King, and our gods. And the Sentinel reminds us to be just in all our actions, whether the target of that action is human or not.
From this, I think it is plain that wanton cruelty or abandonment of animals is a sin, and one that the Faith has an interest in addressing. However, it is also true that we do not wish to overburden those of the faithful who depend on animal labor. Thus, I will be looking into options, I think, to develop sanctuaries for animals who can no longer work, so that they can live out their lives with the peace they have earned, and I will be directing the disciples of the Sentinel to understand that cruelty to animals, working or kept for leisure, is unjust, that they may also bring this wisdom to the people, and help them develop better ways to interact with our fellow creatures under Petrichor. Further, I will be reaching out to Petrichor's discipleship to see how we can continue to work to address this issue.
Recent events have prompted me to consider an often underregarded population: that of the animals who live, work, and feed the faithful. We often take the service of the beasts of field and forest for granted, but just because dominion was granted to us by the mercy of Petrichor, does not mean that any should thoughtlessly use or abuse the animals that we work with and live alongside. I understand, as well, that many of our people rely on the work of animals for their livelihoods, and could not continue to pay the upkeep of animals who no longer work at the level required. This is, however, no reason to perpetrate cruelty upon injured or crippled animals, nor to simply send elderly animals to the slaughterhouses wholesale.
Gild directs us towards charity and generosity, and to never forget from where our own success and wealth spring. Limerance reminds us to be faithful to our bonds, and to look out for those who serve us, even as we offer our service to our lieges, our King, and our gods. And the Sentinel reminds us to be just in all our actions, whether the target of that action is human or not.
From this, I think it is plain that wanton cruelty or abandonment of animals is a sin, and one that the Faith has an interest in addressing. However, it is also true that we do not wish to overburden those of the faithful who depend on animal labor. Thus, I will be looking into options, I think, to develop sanctuaries for animals who can no longer work, so that they can live out their lives with the peace they have earned, and I will be directing the disciples of the Sentinel to understand that cruelty to animals, working or kept for leisure, is unjust, that they may also bring this wisdom to the people, and help them develop better ways to interact with our fellow creatures under Petrichor. Further, I will be reaching out to Petrichor's discipleship to see how we can continue to work to address this issue.
Written By Juliana
July 7, 2017, 4:19 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Abbas
Brother, Blood, Untrusted
Written By Juliana
July 7, 2017, 4:16 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Abbas
Brother, Blood, Untrusted
Written By Rymarr
July 7, 2017, 1:13 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Aureth
Who died and made this guy the expert on Death?
Oh. Right.
Oh. Right.
Written By Aureth
July 7, 2017, 1:03 p.m.(10/17/1006 AR)
Please stop saying the Queen of Death. You wouldn't call me the Archlector of Aureth, would you? No. You'd call me Aureth, or you'd call me an Archlector, but you wouldn't call me the Archlector of Aureth, because that's clearly wrong. Don't call her the Queen of Death.
She is the Queen of Endings and the Mother of Beginnings.
Her NAME is Death.
She is the Queen of Endings and the Mother of Beginnings.
Her NAME is Death.
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