Written By Rowan
March 3, 2017, 5:34 p.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Khanne
I would live in the Spring as long as I could. I would linger there and never truly grow, never truly change, in the thrill and the life of it. I will think back to the Spring often, and miss it I am sure. I will remember it with laughs and sly grins and warm smiles. I will remember the rain and the muddy path. It is difficult to leave behind, when I didn't recognize it for what it was for too long. I will not revisit this Spring again in anything but memory.
But Summer stretches out ahead with its own promises of growth, of long days to fill twisting roots deep into the earth before Autumn arrives. I welcome the Summer.
But Summer stretches out ahead with its own promises of growth, of long days to fill twisting roots deep into the earth before Autumn arrives. I welcome the Summer.
Written By Rowan
March 3, 2017, 5:23 p.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
The glade was home to a number of species - squirrel to bear, beetle to owl - and though they didn't always get along, most lived in a natural kind of harmony. There was one species though, above all others, that were loathed throughout the glade.
The peacocks.
The peacocks crowed and cawed at all hours. They made a great show of themselves as they strutted around and ensured that no ear in the glade did not hear of their granduer, their great well of insight, their magnificent bravado, and their rapier quick wit, even if it was rarely aimed to anyone but their own flock.
In all their cries to one another, they never noticed that the other animals of the glade did not agree.
One day one peacock found itself walking without the rest, and being the social beast it was, sought out the company of others in the glade. Some found excuse, some only scowled and turned away. Peacock became more confused and dismayed with each rejection. In time, the peacock found itself sulking by a creek and complaining at length to a weary old turtle.
The turtle listened with patience while the peacock lamented, 'Why do they all turn away rather than speak to me? Why do they not listen to my jokes and my cleverness?'
'Because they do not like peacocks,' the turtle told the peacock bluntly, being too old, and too tired, to cushion the blow.
'But why not? We are fantastic! Haven't they heard? We are the smartest and the funniest and the bravest in the glade,' the peacock protested.
'They have heard. They have all heard,' the turtle returned. 'You make sure no one could go a day without hearing it, but that doesn't make it true. Have you ever heard it once from outside your own flock?'
The peacocks.
The peacocks crowed and cawed at all hours. They made a great show of themselves as they strutted around and ensured that no ear in the glade did not hear of their granduer, their great well of insight, their magnificent bravado, and their rapier quick wit, even if it was rarely aimed to anyone but their own flock.
In all their cries to one another, they never noticed that the other animals of the glade did not agree.
One day one peacock found itself walking without the rest, and being the social beast it was, sought out the company of others in the glade. Some found excuse, some only scowled and turned away. Peacock became more confused and dismayed with each rejection. In time, the peacock found itself sulking by a creek and complaining at length to a weary old turtle.
The turtle listened with patience while the peacock lamented, 'Why do they all turn away rather than speak to me? Why do they not listen to my jokes and my cleverness?'
'Because they do not like peacocks,' the turtle told the peacock bluntly, being too old, and too tired, to cushion the blow.
'But why not? We are fantastic! Haven't they heard? We are the smartest and the funniest and the bravest in the glade,' the peacock protested.
'They have heard. They have all heard,' the turtle returned. 'You make sure no one could go a day without hearing it, but that doesn't make it true. Have you ever heard it once from outside your own flock?'
Written By Margot
March 3, 2017, 5:01 p.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Simone
It is so refreshing to meet a like mind.
Written By Eirene
March 3, 2017, 4:55 p.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
Went to two duels. Drank a little at one, even more at the other. I even gave a fucking benediction in Lagoma's name at the second. I'm slowly shifting from civilian mode back into commander mode. Time to focus, time to prepare.
Time to do what I've been training my whole life to do; help ours and hurt theirs.
Time to do what I've been training my whole life to do; help ours and hurt theirs.
Written By Driskell
March 3, 2017, 4:36 p.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
Thank you, Reflection, for the darkest of times. For this allows opportunity for all to overcome fears and use our newfound strength for the good of all. Without the darkness, light merely blinds, scorches and destroys.
Thank you for challenge, for without that, life would become stagnant.
Thank you for mortality, for without that, life becomes meaningless.
May all find solace, strength, purpose and meaning within the darkness. May we find the blessings in the Reflection.
Thank you for challenge, for without that, life would become stagnant.
Thank you for mortality, for without that, life becomes meaningless.
May all find solace, strength, purpose and meaning within the darkness. May we find the blessings in the Reflection.
Written By Talen
March 3, 2017, 4:33 p.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Eleyna
Princess Eleyna Velenosa, Hand of Lenosia. Black Widow no longer, we pray. My betrothed, soon to be married. Paler than a moonflower and sharper tongued than Mirror Blade, when she deems to be.
Written By Margot
March 3, 2017, 3:44 p.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Dagon
My husband. My partner. The one who has been at my side since the first day of my story and who I hope is by my side on the last.
Written By Serafine
March 3, 2017, 3:39 p.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Talen
The nettle was entirely your idea, brother-mine. I was content to just cut at each other until the other one shrieked 'Uncle!' but no, no you had to go and smear your strange sadism (...or is it masochism?) all over the traditional duel.
I'm still quite pleased with your ability to handle the pain, and I will horde this favor until the most opportune time.
I'm still quite pleased with your ability to handle the pain, and I will horde this favor until the most opportune time.
Written By Talen
March 3, 2017, 12:35 p.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
There are sometimes matters that must be handled with questionable tactics, there are those who must play the villain so that others can be the hero in the stories we tell.
The world is not black and white, nor is there a single grey span in the middle of it but many shades.
The Mirrorguard will commit themselves under my lead to those tasks which others would refuse. In defense of the Velenosa, the Lyceum and the Compact as a whole, we will be the last to stand and the first to strike.
"Unbroken until the Thirteenth's final reap."
The world is not black and white, nor is there a single grey span in the middle of it but many shades.
The Mirrorguard will commit themselves under my lead to those tasks which others would refuse. In defense of the Velenosa, the Lyceum and the Compact as a whole, we will be the last to stand and the first to strike.
"Unbroken until the Thirteenth's final reap."
Written By Cassius
March 3, 2017, 10:30 a.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
Three days back, one hundred men and women serving the Knights of Solace failed to report into their superiors. Every Knight actively patrolling in the Lower Boroughs is gone.
Had Felix and I not been in a meeting with Father Orazio, he and I both would have been on the streets that night.
Today more than ever, I seek the light and guidance of Gild.
Duke Cassius Pravus, KoS
Had Felix and I not been in a meeting with Father Orazio, he and I both would have been on the streets that night.
Today more than ever, I seek the light and guidance of Gild.
Duke Cassius Pravus, KoS
Written By Agnarr
March 3, 2017, 10:14 a.m.(1/10/1006 AR)
All opportunity grabbing in the lower boroughs, it seems. Can't say the same of the knights, though.
Written By Atrid
March 3, 2017, 9:51 a.m.(1/9/1006 AR)
I seem to be in a constant state of flux. Spending time trying to help prepare for what is about to come. I worry daily that we may not be prepared enough, but I quickly put those thoughts out of my mind when I hear others speak of how we can do it if we but pull together. When Im not worrying about that I looking for good drink and good company or drinking away my sorrows. Though it seems the more time I spend with the Marquessa the less of the sorrows I I seem to feel. Her friendship and kindness has not gone unnoticed. All I know is for the sake of Morale we cannot allow ourselves to be completely consumed by duty. One must have fun as well to keep from going insane. Here I am rambling about random thoughts Oh well its out there now.
Written By Talen
March 3, 2017, 9:37 a.m.(1/9/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Serafine
I forgot how much nettle extract hurts when applied directly to a wound.
You cut quick and true. Well done.
You cut quick and true. Well done.
Written By Halsim
March 3, 2017, 4:02 a.m.(1/9/1006 AR)
With the crime spree dealt with, I'd like to go one month without having to deal with yet another major crisis demanding immediate action.
Just one month.
Gods above, this is starting to get old.
Just one month.
Gods above, this is starting to get old.
Written By Rymarr
March 2, 2017, 11:07 p.m.(1/9/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Felicia
She has a peculiar relationship with doors. Even my own. I'll be mildly perturbed if she somehow manages to break a door that has stood for many Lord Commanders before myself. She began in her life in the Lower Borough and has climbed the ladder of life to serve with the King's Own. While she is relatively new to knighthood, she is the first that I actively recruited into the King's Own when I was First Captain to Lord Commander Leona Thrax. It is likely because of that fact that I wish to see her grow, as a knight and a person. She is a genuine success story, that no matter your origins within the Compact you can become something greater.
A very forward woman. I imagine she speaks precisely what is on her mind. It is refreshing, but sometimes moderation is important. Regardless, she can only improve with experience and a steady hand of guidance. I am proud to have her in service to His Majesty.
A very forward woman. I imagine she speaks precisely what is on her mind. It is refreshing, but sometimes moderation is important. Regardless, she can only improve with experience and a steady hand of guidance. I am proud to have her in service to His Majesty.
Written By Atrid
March 2, 2017, 10:53 p.m.(1/9/1006 AR)
Tis a strange thing still, being land locked and not quite knowing much about the ways of the mainland. Count Max Darkwater my cousin has been of great help with my adjusting to this life. Since Ive been here these three weeks Ive had good times and troubled and even sorrowful times. Though I have to say my best times so far have been since Max recommended to Marquessa Dominique Wyrmguard that she and I meet and get to know each other. We have become fast friends if I do say so myself. I hope things continue to go well.
Written By Silas
March 2, 2017, 10:34 p.m.(1/9/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Felicia
... I -just- remembered who she is.
Gods I need a break. But that's not coming any time soon.
I'll make it up to her somehow.
Gods I need a break. But that's not coming any time soon.
I'll make it up to her somehow.
Written By Dominique
March 2, 2017, 10:21 p.m.(1/9/1006 AR)
An elopement? I couldn't possibly.. could I?
Written By Merek
March 2, 2017, 9:26 p.m.(1/8/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Cybele
I don't know what to think about this Shaman. They often have curious insights, and are very nice, as well as informative.
Written By Sparte
March 2, 2017, 9:02 p.m.(1/8/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
Nothing with the lanterns would have worked out as well without her input. I was truly fortunate to have her willing help. May her kindness never diminish.
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