Written By Calarian
July 1, 2017, 3:35 p.m.(10/5/1006 AR)
In recognition of five hundred years of peace between the Twilight Court and the Compact of Arvum, established by the original treaty signed by Queen Alarice the Great and King Calithex of the Twilight Court, it is the hope of the Compact and the Twilight to renew and strengthen those bonds and establish a new era of peace. The terms agreed upon by the Compact and the Twilight Court are as follows:
1. In the event of grave threat, aid may be provided to the Compact, as supplied by the Nox'alfar. King Calithex's own personal blade shall, as a symbol of this covenant, remain in the possession of King Alaric Grayson IV.
2. The Night Grove shall remain the sole possession of the Twilight Court, and no human may trespass save those given leave by the Nox'Alfar. The payment of the Teind cannot be in any way infringed.
3. The Keepers of the Teind shall be recognized as servants of the Twilight Court. These human vassals of the Nox'alfar remain sworn only to the Twilight Court, and will never be forced to bend the knee to the Compact, nor shall the Compact wage war upon them, and their independence in the Gray Forest shall be guaranteed.
4. The Nox'alfar shall use the full extent of their knowledge and abilities to draw King Alaric IV from the persistent illness caused by the Exsilium Noctis.
5. The Crown of the Compact and the Twilight Court shall be made closer by blood. Lady Symonesse Marin'luna of the Twilight Court shall wed King Alaric Grayson IV, becoming Queen Symonesse Grayson in accordance with Arvum's customs. Once per generation, a Peer of the Compact shall marry a Nox'alfar of noble house of the Twilight Court to renew these bonds.
6. Both parties agree to mutual defense upon the gravest of threats. If the Teind is ever broken, and the Silence seeks to return to the world and strike at Our Lady of Twilight's Children, then the Compact shall send its most puissant knights not trained in the arts to fight against the Bringers of Silence. Likewise, if Legion shall return to the world, or any of the other Archfiends, and another Reckoning is imminent, the Twilight Court shall come to the aid of the Compact if such a request is made.
7. As communication is the best way to ensure lasting bonds do not wither, the Compact offers the Twilight Court a place within the Crown Ward of Arx on which to construct an enclave to house a permanent Nox'alfar diplomatic presence. This embassy is given over with the intent that the Nox'alfar may treat the space within the walls as their own, free from the laws and prohibitions of the Compact.
Signed, Duke Gabriel Bisland, Crown Regent of His Majesty King Alaric the Fourth, Sovereign of the Compact of Arx
Signed, Prince Tyrval Ael'Noctis, Crown Prince of the Twilight Court, Scion of the Nox'alfar, Second Best Blood Mage, Possessor of Exactly Half of Calithex's Titles Depending Upon How They Are Recited
Written By Antonio
July 1, 2017, 2:30 p.m.(10/5/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Juliana
Written By Kaldur
July 1, 2017, 2:30 p.m.(10/5/1006 AR)
Marquessa Deepwood would have me try my hand at diplomacy, something that frightens me, and so I welcome it. The rush of life that comes from jumping off a cliff into the sea, and the hammer-hard pulsing of my heart at the prospect of speaking to powerful figures withing House Thrax are remarkably similar. Both could easily kill me, I suppose. In both, however, I am reminded of the joy of being alive and of the rewards of freedom.
Speaking of freedom, I continue to explore my evolving interest in Skald, the god of First Choice. A recent visit to the temple yielded an excellent discussion with both a general and a Liberator. I do not know that my passion for what Skald shows us will lead to becoming godsworn, but I am interested in learning more of what a life devoted to him might mean.
For my family: when you finally arrive and have time to visit the archives to read my journal, I want you to know that I miss you and wish fervently for your arrival in Arx. Father, I miss the boom of your laugh. This city could use that sound. Peri, I miss your expansive and inquisitive nature. I think you would be thrilled for a time with all there is to discover here in Arx. Grandmother, I miss your lust for life. I need you here to keep reminding me that life is best lived on one's own terms.
Please come soon.
Written By Kael
July 1, 2017, 2:05 p.m.(10/5/1006 AR)
As I spoke with the man and offered him information concerning what has occurred since my arrival I felt myself conflicted. I could not tell why then, but upon reflection I know. I feel on one hand that a great deal has occurred and I am still taking it in. I am attempting to adapt. On the other hand, I feel as though little has actually been accomplished.
Keaton House or Hall is nearing completion at a swift pace. The renovations and construction will need to continue well after we have moved in, but I look forward to feeling that the walls surrounding me are my own. Perhaps then things will be more grounded. It is also then that we can invite guests and set up for the hunt. Arrangements for that will begin next week, with my reaching out to local nobles to see who might enjoy participating.
Written By Juliana
July 1, 2017, 10:51 a.m.(10/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Larissa
Thank you Lagoma, for changing my life by adding her to it. For healing my heart of its loneliness.
Thank you Limerance, for a friend upon which I can depend.
Thank you Larissa, for being precisely who you are.
Written By Juliana
July 1, 2017, 10:45 a.m.(10/4/1006 AR)
The outfits were stunning -- the feathered gold dress was enormously popular -- Feathers. Called it. -- and I even got to see Antonio in that bold wrap skirt. All in all, it was an amazing night and I am beyond happy with the results.
Thank you again, Arx, for participating, for coming, and for sharing in this experience with me.
Written By Saedrus
July 1, 2017, 6:18 a.m.(10/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Victus
However, I wish he would learn to not use his teeth and rather an appropriately designed tool to remove corks; they do exist, you know.
Written By Saedrus
July 1, 2017, 6:10 a.m.(10/4/1006 AR)
My note, though, I have kept, like all the others, unnamed my thanks will remain known only to the Gods, and those intimately familiar with my handwriting.
I am willing to say how grateful I am for the King’s return and for the new Queen whom brings him such strength, and for my place they offered as favoured amongst the Court. As a Whisper, I am both proud and grateful of our most Radiant Selene Whisper and her effort, along with the great effort of others to see the Treaty signed and our Forest made safe.
I look to the future with hope again, and that we as people of Arx, and the Compact as a whole may work together for a stronger future. For those that will be the future.
Written By Fatima
July 1, 2017, 1:10 a.m.(10/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Isabeau
Written By Larissa
July 1, 2017, 12:11 a.m.(10/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Skye
Written By Larissa
July 1, 2017, 12:07 a.m.(10/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Alarissa
Written By Jael
July 1, 2017, 12:05 a.m.(10/4/1006 AR)
Written By Sebastian
June 30, 2017, 11:55 p.m.(10/3/1006 AR)
Written By Alarissa
June 30, 2017, 11:31 p.m.(10/3/1006 AR)
Written By Margot
June 30, 2017, 11:28 p.m.(10/3/1006 AR)
Long live our Queen.
I am for once relieved. A plan worked out as planned.
Compromise meant for once that all sides prospered.
I have succeeded as a diplomat.
Written By Esoka
June 30, 2017, 10:38 p.m.(10/3/1006 AR)
Written By Victus
June 30, 2017, 10:11 p.m.(10/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Edain
Written By Caelis
June 30, 2017, 9:55 p.m.(10/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Edain
Written By Melinda
June 30, 2017, 9:45 p.m.(10/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Artorius
Written By Alis
June 30, 2017, 9:03 p.m.(10/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Fergus
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