Written By Merek
May 8, 2017, 3:39 p.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
A little advertisement here, but I'd recommend that anyone who ever wants to have leatherworking done, at least for the time being, and have the quality be of an exceedingly wonderful make, then I recommend people try the Hide 'n Shadows. The Lower Boroughs could use the commerce to help the place recover in light of the siege.
Written By Merek
May 8, 2017, 3:16 p.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
Recovery efforts are moving along. Hawk Division has been dispatched to the Thrax Ward along with some supplies that I have prepared. Hopefully, this will assist in the wall's rebuilding, and relief for those that have lost so much due to this war. They were hit the hardest, and I think it's time to show solidarity. Of course, we should be mindful that all fealties require assistance in this time. Each Great House and their people did their part, all the people of Arx did. It was nice to see it. I just hope that we will be able to come together more easily in the future. I don't think this battle will ever be over for me, but. I know I did right in battle. We seek honor and glory in combat for a righteous cause... But no one should seek and desire war. The things I have seen, that others have seen. When I came to Arx, I didn't expect for that. To those reading this, I'll remind you to remain steadfast in Faith, whatever it is that you uphold. The battle was won, but this war is far from over, physically and mentally, for many. But perhaps there is some solace in knowing it was for a righteous cause. Yes. That must be so.
Written By Angelo
May 8, 2017, 2:05 p.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
Time has not abandoned me, nor has this city -- but I have stepped away from both -- not out of neglect for either the tremulous, tenuous topic of time. Nor for the chaos of the city that has plunged itself down to the depths of despair, death hanging over our heads like a swaying pendulum, and back from it again. Into the breech once more. Out into the city are my uncertain steps, growing sure with every tick of the shadows along the floorboards. Every flick of my eyes as I catch my reflection as I meditate in Tehom's name upon my darker nature.
I emerge with more awareness. I acknowledge myself. In doing so, I become less frangible. I become the gold that seams the edges of cracked porcelain.
Beautifully flawed, made stronger through the destruction. Illuminated, not disguised.
I emerge with more awareness. I acknowledge myself. In doing so, I become less frangible. I become the gold that seams the edges of cracked porcelain.
Beautifully flawed, made stronger through the destruction. Illuminated, not disguised.
Written By Driskell
May 8, 2017, 1:18 p.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
I seem to recall much upset writings and speeches when Prince Abbas led a great deal of battles, many taking issue that he 'went too far' to win.
I also seem to recall what has been done recently with the Siege when we used poisons openly and hacked down the defenseless.
Pot. Kettle. While it is a victory on the break of this siege, I wonder the consequences and costs of these actions. Yet again the wheel turns and we continue moving on the same paths as before thinking it's new.
I also seem to recall what has been done recently with the Siege when we used poisons openly and hacked down the defenseless.
Pot. Kettle. While it is a victory on the break of this siege, I wonder the consequences and costs of these actions. Yet again the wheel turns and we continue moving on the same paths as before thinking it's new.
Written By Orathy
May 8, 2017, 12:04 p.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
*Terrible writing*
Be n'ay one be questionin why be skeletons fightin with us?
Guy named Aureth be standin long wit' the dead ta fight 'n no one be battin a fuckin eyeball eh?
Fuckin miracles call 'em be. Aye.
Fuckin abyssal doings ta bring the dead back.
Somethin be wrong with it.
Bat yer fuckin eyeballs.
Be n'ay one be questionin why be skeletons fightin with us?
Guy named Aureth be standin long wit' the dead ta fight 'n no one be battin a fuckin eyeball eh?
Fuckin miracles call 'em be. Aye.
Fuckin abyssal doings ta bring the dead back.
Somethin be wrong with it.
Bat yer fuckin eyeballs.
Written By Alis
May 8, 2017, 11:31 a.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Donella
Never let it be said that the Thraxian Princess is anything less then a stellar accompaniment to any adventuring party. Especially an unexpected adventure, whereby she is compelled to leap onto a cranky warhorse and lead him to some serious ass kicking.
P.S. Yes, yes it was the 'best wedding...ever'!
P.S. Yes, yes it was the 'best wedding...ever'!
Written By Calaudrin
May 8, 2017, 11:05 a.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
What Grandmaster Armel wrote. All of that.
Written By Serafine
May 8, 2017, 9:05 a.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
I'll be sure to give my enemy a breather the next time it's my whole world's existence on the line and they suddenly stop fighting. You know, because that's the honorable thing to do.
Written By Armel
May 8, 2017, 8:54 a.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
When the battle ended, I ordered my men to assault the stunned and wavering enemy.
This is not a decision I feel pride in, are you insane?
But I stand by it as the reasonable, logical decision. For all we knew, this enemy would, after shaking it off, attack us again, their numbers still enough to kill many thousands more of the Compact. I did not pursue those that fled. I did my duty. All this talk of 'writs' and 'innocence'?
Innocence is, for the most part, an illusion or an excuse. Writs? I would question people who speak so openly about such forbidden subjects. Thoroughly. But to this knight? They were enemies. Enemies who tried to end the world. I stand by my decision as I fought my way toward where my men were hanging on poles in the enemy camps. When people balk at my actions? I point to their corpses. Those people who you define as innocent? Did that, willing or not.
This is not a decision I feel pride in, are you insane?
But I stand by it as the reasonable, logical decision. For all we knew, this enemy would, after shaking it off, attack us again, their numbers still enough to kill many thousands more of the Compact. I did not pursue those that fled. I did my duty. All this talk of 'writs' and 'innocence'?
Innocence is, for the most part, an illusion or an excuse. Writs? I would question people who speak so openly about such forbidden subjects. Thoroughly. But to this knight? They were enemies. Enemies who tried to end the world. I stand by my decision as I fought my way toward where my men were hanging on poles in the enemy camps. When people balk at my actions? I point to their corpses. Those people who you define as innocent? Did that, willing or not.
Written By Audric
May 8, 2017, 5:27 a.m.(6/5/1006 AR)
I have seen more than a few people talking about how they felt bad about falling on a helpless enemy. That's all they were to me. I stood on the walls at the Seawatch Gate, drenched in blood, and I loved every moment of it. A Formorian hit me on the foot. That's all, and I stood there, my boots soaked in blood, and I loved it. I love a good fight. It's why I laugh, why I smile. Every moment alive is a moment worth smiling for! Once you're dead, it's much harder to do so, my mentor always said. So we drench ourselves in blood and we laugh.
As for the dead, well. The point of war is to make more of the opposition dead than you, isn't it? We did that. Stop being so glum! Wait, did the rest of you not get triple rates during siege combat? Seems an oversight.
As for the dead, well. The point of war is to make more of the opposition dead than you, isn't it? We did that. Stop being so glum! Wait, did the rest of you not get triple rates during siege combat? Seems an oversight.
Written By Mirari
May 8, 2017, 2:03 a.m.(6/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Lailah
While I have not had the chance to meet Lady Bisland in person, correspondence I have had with her leads me to believe she is a wonderful person. Please, scholar, note this down:
Lady Lailah Bisland is most gracious and kind. She does both her family and her fealty proud.
Lady Lailah Bisland is most gracious and kind. She does both her family and her fealty proud.
Written By Merek
May 8, 2017, 1:56 a.m.(6/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Selene
Good friend, there when I need them. She seems to be one of the kindest people I've met. And she seems earnest about it. I do wish that the Whispers allowed for more an atmosphere of friendship, but alas sometimes paying to be a patron makes one feel a bit less connected. Still, she always has her ear to lend.
Written By Merek
May 8, 2017, 1:41 a.m.(6/4/1006 AR)
I have planned for relief efforts within the city, in the hopes to bring back some commerce and to assist those in need. Hopefully, this will make it easier on many people that are in need these days.
Written By Serafine
May 8, 2017, 12:44 a.m.(6/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Aureth
I still say we ask one of your undead friends to swallow a crocus bulb or four and see what happens after a while. Or maybe an apple seed or two. Aye?
Written By Serafine
May 8, 2017, 12:29 a.m.(6/4/1006 AR)
Last I checked, the contents of my chamber pot are no better than that of commoner, so how is anything of what I am better than a commoner? And didn't the Queen of Endings state that a soul is a soul, be it king, pauper, Whisper, or beggar?
I daresay Leta's smells better than mine, honestly.
Oh aye, she's going to kill me for that-
I daresay Leta's smells better than mine, honestly.
Oh aye, she's going to kill me for that-
Written By Torian
May 8, 2017, 12:06 a.m.(6/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Orathy
Fought with me in a real fight. A battle. Nothing teaches you about somebody like watching them fight for their life, rather than fun.
Written By Sparte
May 8, 2017, 12:02 a.m.(6/4/1006 AR)
Bringers of Silence. Fomorians. Giants. We don't know all of the things that were in Brand's service, but we know that he was not the source of them, and that their reason for coming to Arx remains.
That means there will be others. In a month? A year? A lifetime?
That means there will be others. In a month? A year? A lifetime?
Written By Sparte
May 8, 2017, midnight(6/4/1006 AR)
So Brand is dead, or at least stopped. The city is saved, yet the streets are still red. I don't believe I will ever forget the sight of the shavs being cut down, helplessly. I slew many in battle, but to fall on an enemy unable to fight back...
If this is victory, it is bittersweet at best.
If this is victory, it is bittersweet at best.
Written By Ferrando
May 7, 2017, 11:49 p.m.(6/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Eithne
A PARTIAL LIST OF THINGS THAT ARE COMPLETELY UNFAIR ABOUT EITHNE THORNBURN
* Being the best armorer in Arx (alaricite!!!)
* Having a forge with a better selection of whiskey than ('Murder of Crows' is scribbled out) some of the city's taverns
* That time I raced you into the store and you were fast and agile enough to slip past me even though I was pretty sure I was blocking the entire doorway
* How effortlessly you get my attention
* Being the best armorer in Arx (alaricite!!!)
* Having a forge with a better selection of whiskey than ('Murder of Crows' is scribbled out) some of the city's taverns
* That time I raced you into the store and you were fast and agile enough to slip past me even though I was pretty sure I was blocking the entire doorway
* How effortlessly you get my attention
Written By Karadoc
May 7, 2017, 11:45 p.m.(6/4/1006 AR)
The city is safe, the compact has drawn together. All in all, a job well done, I should think.
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