Written By Rowan
April 23, 2017, 6:20 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
I believe the most unsettling realization that I've had about what my life has become is that now, with parts of me walking around beyond my perception...My world could come crumbling down while I read by a fire, or drank with companions, or ventured out for a look at the horizon and I might not know it. Not until far too late to do anything about it.
Written By Rowan
April 23, 2017, 6:20 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
At the peak of the season, on a vineyard, Fox strolled among the vines. Overhead, the grapes were ready to burst with juice and shone like jewels in the sunlight, and Fox's mouth watered while staring at them. It was too early in the season for any of the grapes to have dropped or been knocked off, though, as Fox had tasted them in seasons before.
A particularly enticing bunch hung from a high branch, and Fox couldn't help but to jump for it. Fox missed by a long ways. So Fox walked off a few steps, and then took a running jump, and still, Fox fell short. Again and again, Fox tried, and each time it was in vain.
In frustration, Fox sat and looked at the grapes in disgust. 'I must be a fool,' Fox said. 'Here I am, jumping myself ragged, for a bunch of grapes hardly worth looking at, probably sour on the vine.'
Abandoning the endeavor, Fox skulked off to nurse its scorn.
A particularly enticing bunch hung from a high branch, and Fox couldn't help but to jump for it. Fox missed by a long ways. So Fox walked off a few steps, and then took a running jump, and still, Fox fell short. Again and again, Fox tried, and each time it was in vain.
In frustration, Fox sat and looked at the grapes in disgust. 'I must be a fool,' Fox said. 'Here I am, jumping myself ragged, for a bunch of grapes hardly worth looking at, probably sour on the vine.'
Abandoning the endeavor, Fox skulked off to nurse its scorn.
Written By Sameera
April 23, 2017, 6:12 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Donella
Interesting. she is not so weird. I would not turn her, were I into women and liked touching more than I do, were she to ask me to share her bed. I rarely find women appealing. Her company is not as intolerable as most.
Written By Eleyna
April 23, 2017, 6 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Serafine
That description is not convincing me to become a mother. At all.
Besides, do you really think the world is ready for whatever might spawn from Talen and I?
Besides, do you really think the world is ready for whatever might spawn from Talen and I?
Written By Serafine
April 23, 2017, 5:52 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Eleyna
Did you know that, with enough lubricant and force, you can push enormous things through tiny, tiny holes?
Like babies.
When am I becoming an auntie, wench?
Like babies.
When am I becoming an auntie, wench?
Written By Ferrando
April 23, 2017, 5:47 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Caprice
In the interest of holding myself to the promise I made (and at the risk of potential spectators taking note) I am publicly recording my commitment to go to my little big sister's shop and let her work her spectacular skill at silk to dress me up in an actual, fashionable, not-to-be-worn-beneath-armor set of clothes, the particulars of which are entirely up to her whim and discretion.
Written By Joscelin
April 23, 2017, 5:32 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
I've said it often and I will say it again: The Guildmaster serves her Guild, it isn't the other way around, not for me. I will work my fingers to the bone to make sure they all have what they need, homes, shops, supplies, food.
I watch them work with pride, I watch as they laugh and joke, praise each other and offer support. Someone asked me about the competitive nature of the crafters and I laughed openly. There's little in the way of it, we're more apt to share techniques than we are to be competitive over such things. Maybe over being the first to discover something but that's the only thing I can recall.
They are all so -different- from each other. Do they know how talented they are, how special it is that even those of the same profession have completely different tastes and styles? That I can spot, generally, who made what by the nature of their hands, the experience they put into their work?
I am so proud, so very proud, that they are all unique and yet cohesive. They never hesitate to step forward for help, they don't look at me like a boss, but as someone they know will help them. It's a trust I find sacred and feel absolutely honored to have.
Forgive the tears, scholar. The Crafters Guild has become my family and I cannot thank the gods enough for them.
I watch them work with pride, I watch as they laugh and joke, praise each other and offer support. Someone asked me about the competitive nature of the crafters and I laughed openly. There's little in the way of it, we're more apt to share techniques than we are to be competitive over such things. Maybe over being the first to discover something but that's the only thing I can recall.
They are all so -different- from each other. Do they know how talented they are, how special it is that even those of the same profession have completely different tastes and styles? That I can spot, generally, who made what by the nature of their hands, the experience they put into their work?
I am so proud, so very proud, that they are all unique and yet cohesive. They never hesitate to step forward for help, they don't look at me like a boss, but as someone they know will help them. It's a trust I find sacred and feel absolutely honored to have.
Forgive the tears, scholar. The Crafters Guild has become my family and I cannot thank the gods enough for them.
Written By Ferrando
April 23, 2017, 5:23 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Mira
My cousin and I were born one week apart (I am the older, wiser, and more worldly experienced one, of course) but apart from that just about everything else about us is completely dissimilar, to the ongoing amusement of the Artiglio family at large.
Still, it's nice to see her around and about in Arx now starting up her new law practice and everything! Our youthful spats are just water under the Sovereign Bridge now and it's up to me to make sure she doesn't lead a completely boring life barricaded in by textbooks and whatever in her office.
Speaking of, I need to get her a good officewarming present after the siege is over.
Still, it's nice to see her around and about in Arx now starting up her new law practice and everything! Our youthful spats are just water under the Sovereign Bridge now and it's up to me to make sure she doesn't lead a completely boring life barricaded in by textbooks and whatever in her office.
Speaking of, I need to get her a good officewarming present after the siege is over.
Written By Joscelin
April 23, 2017, 5:15 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Alis
Even if no one else says it, it makes me happy that someone as esteemed as you sees how hard my Guild works, as best as they are able, with repairs and defenses in the city. I know what it's like to feel useless while the word around you picks up and takes care of things, if I've alleviated any of that for the Crafters with the purpose put before us by Calypso, I'll take that small success. With pleasure.
Don't you forget to take care of yourself as well, my friend. Does no good if we're the last ones we see to, yes?
Don't you forget to take care of yourself as well, my friend. Does no good if we're the last ones we see to, yes?
Written By Mae
April 23, 2017, 5:12 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
I'm supposed to wear a dress. I am very anxious.
Written By Aleksei
April 23, 2017, 4:42 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Rymarr
It's my understanding that Marquis Rymarr is attempting to spread false rumors that he was not, in fact, giddy at his wedding.
As the man standing closest to him while he gave his vows, I will stake my honor on his giddiness.
But he's welcome to call for a champion if he likes.
As the man standing closest to him while he gave his vows, I will stake my honor on his giddiness.
But he's welcome to call for a champion if he likes.
Written By Aleksei
April 23, 2017, 4:39 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
It is easy to feel powerless. It is easy to feel that our enemies have all of the weapons.
But we consigned an Abyssal enemy to Lagoma's fire tonight. We are not powerless.
But we consigned an Abyssal enemy to Lagoma's fire tonight. We are not powerless.
Written By Rymarr
April 23, 2017, 4:36 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
I've heard tales that recently I was giddy. I was not. Do not believe the propaganda. I smiled once or twice. My cheeks still hurt from the effort. It was a thoroughly exhausting endeavor.
It was an enjoyable wedding ceremony although and I appreciate Brother Aleksei of the Faith for officiating it. It did not seem prudent to hold such an affair in the midst of a siege, but one must find their hope where they are able. Or provide hope in what ways they are able. What began in the planning stages as a small, intimate ordeal apparently became something far greater judging by the number of individuals who made an appearance at the ceremony. Or we simply sent more invitations that I recalled there being to begin with. Regardless, I was humbled by those who attended, from High Lords to commoners who wished to be present to see my wife, be married. She looked marvelous, of course. I'd be remiss not to mention that fact.
There were also knights present to act as an honor guard. There were banners. My wife convinced Judge to wear a flower garland without eating it. There was armor. There were no horns though. Overall it was a successful ceremony to make the Oathlander in me proud.
So now I begin my new path as the Marquis of Deepwood. The wood is deep, thus it leaves one serene.
It was an enjoyable wedding ceremony although and I appreciate Brother Aleksei of the Faith for officiating it. It did not seem prudent to hold such an affair in the midst of a siege, but one must find their hope where they are able. Or provide hope in what ways they are able. What began in the planning stages as a small, intimate ordeal apparently became something far greater judging by the number of individuals who made an appearance at the ceremony. Or we simply sent more invitations that I recalled there being to begin with. Regardless, I was humbled by those who attended, from High Lords to commoners who wished to be present to see my wife, be married. She looked marvelous, of course. I'd be remiss not to mention that fact.
There were also knights present to act as an honor guard. There were banners. My wife convinced Judge to wear a flower garland without eating it. There was armor. There were no horns though. Overall it was a successful ceremony to make the Oathlander in me proud.
So now I begin my new path as the Marquis of Deepwood. The wood is deep, thus it leaves one serene.
Written By Agnarr
April 23, 2017, 4:32 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Ought to have paid that fiend back for that hole carved in me, but alas.
Written By Aleksei
April 23, 2017, 3:37 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Officiated my first wedding! Only threw up before the service, in private and behind closed doors, and didn't get anything on my robes. Also didn't forget any words, so overall a success. Let's not even mention that a certain someone had to idly threaten to write the Dominus and Father Orazio to inform them I was incapable of performing the ceremony. What a cruel motivator. Who would even do that? (You know who you are.)
Marquessa and now-Marquis Rymarr were ridiculously giddy about the whole thing, so that gets added to the success column.
I look a little silly in robes. Still not used to that bit.
Marquessa and now-Marquis Rymarr were ridiculously giddy about the whole thing, so that gets added to the success column.
I look a little silly in robes. Still not used to that bit.
Written By Aislin
April 23, 2017, 2:52 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Niamh
The Order of the Golden Dragon.
I don't really know how I feel about this.
There's part of me that's so proud, that feels /full/, at seeing someone I love step up to try to push back the darkness. Gods know, once there were dozens of Orders out there, each with their own goals -- some seeking knowledge, some seeking power, yes, but many of them seeking just to keep the world from ending. Seeking to keep humanity alive.
We could use that again, with the darkness rising.
But I've lost so many people, too. My father dead. Vincere and Pietro dead. Dawn missing. The list goes on.
The idea of the woman I love putting herself in harm's way like that... it makes me uneasy. Selfish as that is, it does.
But I'll put that aside, and cheer as loudly as any others.
(Though this is, I imagine, how people feel about Ashfords much of the time; I can't imagine my own adventuring leaves Nia sleeping entirely easily, either...)
I don't really know how I feel about this.
There's part of me that's so proud, that feels /full/, at seeing someone I love step up to try to push back the darkness. Gods know, once there were dozens of Orders out there, each with their own goals -- some seeking knowledge, some seeking power, yes, but many of them seeking just to keep the world from ending. Seeking to keep humanity alive.
We could use that again, with the darkness rising.
But I've lost so many people, too. My father dead. Vincere and Pietro dead. Dawn missing. The list goes on.
The idea of the woman I love putting herself in harm's way like that... it makes me uneasy. Selfish as that is, it does.
But I'll put that aside, and cheer as loudly as any others.
(Though this is, I imagine, how people feel about Ashfords much of the time; I can't imagine my own adventuring leaves Nia sleeping entirely easily, either...)
Written By Archene
April 23, 2017, 2:48 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Seva
Quite and interesting noble apothecary with beautiful ideals and a kind heart. May mutual interests lead to numerous projects together in the future.
Written By Archene
April 23, 2017, 2:47 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Joscelin is quite a warm and helpful Guildmaster. Given her way of leading the guild, I can only hope to properly become her friend with time.
Written By Archene
April 23, 2017, 2:43 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Ariel
Ariel is a plesant company as always, and her as well as her connection have been very supportive. It is always good to have such dependable friend.
Written By Merek
April 23, 2017, 2:41 p.m.(5/1/1006 AR)
I have been up and around Arx for a while now. Much has changed since my arrival. Rumors from around the countryside had made rounds to me, but when I came here, it was all a crazy mix of magic and divine talk. So much has been uncovered within one Year, than I think has been my whole life. We are entering a new era, and even if this siege is won, this is far from over. The new world which awaits us is one that has much change in it. Lagoma guide us through it, and I think we might find that many things we couldn't comprehend, that didn't matter then, will matter now, perhaps.
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