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Written By Arcelia

June 4, 2017, 3:43 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

You can only experience so much of life looking through a window. The sun sets for most in the west but for me it has been rising and setting in the south my entire life. It sounds so extreme, I know, but the truth of the matter is that we all see the world in a different light and if you look at the world in linear prospective than you are missing out on the fragments of light as it passes through crystal and casts rainbows on the world. Take a step back today. Breathe in the velvety air and sing with the wind. Don't look through a window and watch time fly by. Live.

Written By Gailin

June 4, 2017, 3:21 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

Well the days have flown by since Ive been here and Im not sure how I feel about a lot of it. My life the way things have been its ok but I cant help but think that Im just meant for something more.Who knows what each passing day might bring me just all I know is all I need to know and that is I must defend my family my house and my honor. This is my duty my task, and if I can have fun along the way Ill do so.

Written By Blossom

June 4, 2017, 2:52 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

Dearest Mother,

I think I'm beginning to settle in, now. Living with Mirari and Mailys, painting and sketching every day, selling some of my sketches and giving others away. I'm working on my sewing as well, but I don't really want to be a tailor - just to fix my own things as I need to.

I want to find my next big painting. The sunset on the cathedral took a few days, but I love it. What will I paint next? I'm not really sure.

<a quickly drawn cherry blossom is used to sign the letter>

Written By Nicia

June 4, 2017, 2:51 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Sebastian

My darling cousin I am so happy that you have arrived in Arx, there are so many reasons that I can't even begin to list them.

But a warning....Juliana might festoon you with feathers.

Written By Nicia

June 4, 2017, 2:49 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

I had agreed to go on this grand whaling adventure, and the one thing that I can say for certain that I shall take away from this is how very ill-suited I was for such an expedition. Although, I am at least pleased that I was present for helping my cousins to rescue their half-brother.

I believe that I shall keep to my books and leave such adventures to others in the future, others that are more suited to such things.

Written By Octavia

June 4, 2017, 2:49 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

My inquiries into rebuilding the wall seem to have run up against the grindstone that is the Crown bureaucracy. I know they have the money, but the trick is getting them to release it.

I'd like to get this wall patched and out of my hair /before/ I start talking to Laric about the courthouse.

Written By Gisele

June 4, 2017, 2:46 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

After Aurum Texts was burned in the siege and my apprentice lost with it (may you find peace in Death's keeping, Tivathy), I did not think I would ever return to running a shop. But I am called back to it again with the opening of The Pantheon's Bounty. Eventually, I hope to find a priest of Gild with a mercantile or fundraising background, one who is willing to operate the shopfront on behalf of the Faith. Until then, I will use the skills granted to me by my life before becoming Godsworn to ensure it runs smoothly, and serves as a place where Gild, Jayus, and the other gods may be recognized and honoured as they deserve by the devout in the city. My acolyte Bern will also be able to study bookbinding and illumination there, as part of his training.

I am especially proud of the holy oil, I think. It is not so easy to capture the smokiness of incense in a fluid form, and it helps a great deal with focusing the mind during prayer.

Written By Octavia

June 4, 2017, 2:42 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Titania

My youngest cousin has asked me to let her see what being a Voice is like, and in return, I explained to her why Kennex will not be paying salaries to our fallen.

She understands, but I can see how it broke her heart. Sometimes we have to make difficult decisions, decisions we hate. It remains to be seen if our little tropical lily has the mettle to make them.

Written By Mira

June 4, 2017, 2:41 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

I imagine that something, somewhere out there just kind of sighs and rolls its eyes when it sees me starting a new project. It's amazing I haven't been struck by lightning yet.

Which begs the question: Could one trap lightning in a bottle? I'll have to ask the clergy if that's legal.

Written By Turo

June 4, 2017, 2:21 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

I had barely time to enjoy my first time in Arx, before I was pulled away to the sea, this time to go on a rescue mission to the northern waters. Prince Abbas Thrax was on a whaling trip that had seemed to awry, so we set out right away to try and find the man and his crew.

I must state that I am not used to piloting a long boat, more used to the larger warships of the Navegant fleet. I feel more accustomed to the wheel than to a manual hand rudder, but in situations like these, beggars cannot be choosers. The long ship and it's Crovane crew presented and fared themselves quite well under the situation of bad seas, ice storms and polar bear attacks. I expected nothing less of sailors like these.

Those that came along, even if they were not sailors themselves, operated and functioned in a positive manner, especially given the circumstances. We managed to rescue who we could, more than I had expected, but less than I had hoped. You cannot save everyone, but as long as you can save one, the try was worth it.

I look forward to speaking with Prince Abbas to see how he and his men are faring. It is good to be able to do some good away from the fleet.

Written By Darren

June 4, 2017, 2:02 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

I don't often get to go on adventures, but I was more than happy to accompany the Society of Explorers on one up North. We were close enough to home that you could smell the crisp mountain air. Traveling by barge up the Gray River is not a method of transportation I'll likely recommend ever again, but I became very familiar with a group of explorers I did not know well before. Silver linings.

What we found when we came upon the lost barony of Frosthaven was harrowing and tragic. What happened there was unforgettable. But we were able to free hundreds of souls from their captivity, so I can say proudly that our adventure and the danger we took upon ourselves was more than worth it.

Written By Olivia

June 4, 2017, 2:02 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

Princess Reese and others are making ready to go out and deal with blight in the forest, and I to go with them, though the plans have been... reined in, by Lady Calypso's proclaimation. I met with her to let her know what I do of the threat in the forest, and I was fortunate that she seemed to take my words very seriously. I may have to speak in front of the council at some point, she said, though perhaps it will be clear enough to all by then that it shall not be necessary. I am hopeful that our efforts will go well, and that no more lives are lost as have been in other recent excursions.

Written By Darren

June 4, 2017, 1:54 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

The other day, House Redrain celebrated those who provided exemplary service in defense of the Compact on behalf of House Redrain. I was more than proud to recognize these men and women, all of whom fought many difficult battles either physically or to keep us safe during the siege of Arx.

That being said, I think the commemorative whiskey jugs went over well. A nice change of pace from medals in my opinion. And the statue that now towers in its impressive magnificence upon the Redrain grounds will be a fitting way to memoralize those that fought, and remember those who are no longer with us.

Written By Eleyna

June 4, 2017, 1:51 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Juliet

You once promised to me that you would always work in the best interests of the Lyceum. That you would always keep our home land safe. And you kept your promise. You faced down a monster and emerged victorious.

Now, it is my turn to make a promise to you. The monster that killed you will be punished for what's been done.

No one may harm us unpunished.

Written By Darren

June 4, 2017, 1:49 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Juliet

Lady Juliet Fidante was a lot of things to a lot of people. I think I will remember her best as the woman who took a few hours out of her day to have a riveting political conversation with a High Lord, who needed a touch of amusement in his life.

Rest well, Lady Juliet. You will be missed.

Written By Aiden

June 4, 2017, 1:27 p.m.(8/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Silas

6/13/1006 AR. A day I'll cherish for life.

Written By Saedrus

June 4, 2017, 12:43 p.m.(8/3/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Juliet

Dearest Lady Juliet Fidante.

She was a woman of passions, in that I could not fault her. She was brave and brilliant when she wished to be and as gentle as a summer breeze any other time. I admired her strength, even if her nature did not mix well to my own on occasion, she had a golden heart and she is sorely missed.

I can only hope she is in peace, adored there just as she had been here.

Written By Reese

June 4, 2017, 12:13 p.m.(8/3/1006 AR)

Books!

We have a Library for the Grayson Mansion and I am trying to collect as much books as possible.

I am very happy that Sister Gisele agreed to sell us one of each copy of her books, what an honor!

She didn't want all the money for her, but wanted it for a donation too in part.

Anyways, I am trying to buy books. If anyone has books for sale, please contact me - Princess Reese

Written By Ilvin

June 4, 2017, 12:05 p.m.(8/3/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Aiden

Ah, even in these dark times, it warms my heart to read that my humble words have done some good. If I am able to help ease even one person's heart, then my path has not been in vain.

Written By Hadrian

June 4, 2017, 11:32 a.m.(8/3/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Juliet

I'll not mourn her passage. I will celebrate it. That's what she would want. Right?

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