Written By Rymarr
Dec. 5, 2016, 4:07 a.m.(4/19/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Branan
A poet, it would seem. Polite and understanding as well. He'll go far in his craft I think, because he is personable and easy to address.
Written By Bethany
Dec. 5, 2016, 2:16 a.m.(4/19/1005 AR)
A list of interactions and observations that followed the Mercier Family Supper.
In no particular order:
* The poet was terrible. Then, terribly amusing. I almost felt a twinge of an emotion when it seemed that I embarrassed him - it passed, however, as it was just a shiver due to being caught in the rain.
* Someone that serious is highly suspect. He was looking around the tavern, as if he had lost something - or, someone.
(No assumptions, Bethany. If you want to know you need to have the courage to ask the proper questions.)
* Possibly his cloak. The Lady in the black dress made off with it. She was lovely, nevertheless.
* As was the other Lady. The one that pressed the coins into my hands for the dark-haired gentleman and his pup.
* That other gentleman has a razor in place of his tongue.
* The Guildmaster gave me an unexpected gift which made me smile.
In no particular order:
* The poet was terrible. Then, terribly amusing. I almost felt a twinge of an emotion when it seemed that I embarrassed him - it passed, however, as it was just a shiver due to being caught in the rain.
* Someone that serious is highly suspect. He was looking around the tavern, as if he had lost something - or, someone.
(No assumptions, Bethany. If you want to know you need to have the courage to ask the proper questions.)
* Possibly his cloak. The Lady in the black dress made off with it. She was lovely, nevertheless.
* As was the other Lady. The one that pressed the coins into my hands for the dark-haired gentleman and his pup.
* That other gentleman has a razor in place of his tongue.
* The Guildmaster gave me an unexpected gift which made me smile.
Written By Aislin
Dec. 5, 2016, 1:57 a.m.(4/19/1005 AR)
Gods and spirits, that was more people packed into a single room than I expected to encounter. I suppose you could say the Explorer's Society was a success!
I did my best to spread a bit of useful information around, hopefully seeding a bit more. And Cara's suggestion was a good one, to send people out to see what information they can find here, just to see how well the groups they form can do as a team.
Gods know, we have enough things that need looking into outside of the city. And as much as I'd like to, there's no chance whatsoever I can look into it all myself. So if this can help find a few reliable exploring parties to send out on things, that's all I can hope for.
After all, Orazio's little band certainly proved effective, moreso than I had feared we would. Enough to remind me that adventuring alone isn't *always* the best -- or correct -- choice.
I did my best to spread a bit of useful information around, hopefully seeding a bit more. And Cara's suggestion was a good one, to send people out to see what information they can find here, just to see how well the groups they form can do as a team.
Gods know, we have enough things that need looking into outside of the city. And as much as I'd like to, there's no chance whatsoever I can look into it all myself. So if this can help find a few reliable exploring parties to send out on things, that's all I can hope for.
After all, Orazio's little band certainly proved effective, moreso than I had feared we would. Enough to remind me that adventuring alone isn't *always* the best -- or correct -- choice.
Written By Myrinda
Dec. 5, 2016, 12:06 a.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Clients can and often are WRONG! You can and SHOULD say no! Even your blind little trader over there tried to think that he knew better, trying to pair gold and purple and light blue with /feathers/. And I said no.
And you know what? I was right to.
You should have as well!
And you know what? I was right to.
You should have as well!
Written By Joscelin
Dec. 5, 2016, 12:02 a.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
Being Called to Jayus isn't just about making and creating. Sometimes it's about receiving the inspiration meant for another and passing it on. This isn't as simple as it sounds. You don't often know what it is you carry until another artisan or peer looks at you, shows you their work and says, "what do you think?" or "can I borrow your eyes?" or "I hate this color. What the bloody hell am I supposed to do with a client's poor taste?"
I can only hope my advice is fruitful and pray I'm forgiven for pairing crimson and maroon and that Myrinda never sees my maker's mark.
I can only hope my advice is fruitful and pray I'm forgiven for pairing crimson and maroon and that Myrinda never sees my maker's mark.
Written By Serafine
Dec. 5, 2016, midnight(4/18/1005 AR)
I dreamt I remarried and bore children again. A sad dream, but my babes had green eyes and freckles. I don't think I know anyone who looks like that.
And they were blonde. What on earth would I do with blonde children? Eat them?
And they were blonde. What on earth would I do with blonde children? Eat them?
Written By Serafine
Dec. 4, 2016, 11:59 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
The delegation is in the process of getting underway. I am excited and looking forward to it, and I hope the journey fruitful and perhaps uneventful, at least on the way. I'm in the process of upgrading my armor, I've inquired as to whether or not I will need a horse of if I'm meant to travel by foot.
I pray I'm not meant to jog the whole way. We height-challenged are natural sprinters and wasted on cross-country.
I pray I'm not meant to jog the whole way. We height-challenged are natural sprinters and wasted on cross-country.
Written By Serafine
Dec. 4, 2016, 11:57 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
I had to leave early from the Explorers' society, but what I heard was interesting enough to keep me coming. I wonder if this really is what I was destined for, my wanderlust serving a purpose not just for me, but for my Family, my House, and even the Compact itself. It's an uncomfortable though and will always remain so, but I am hopeful that the Purpose will help put me at ease.
Written By Dafne
Dec. 4, 2016, 11:45 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
I have finished it! My first, short novel, about a lonely girl and the haunted mirror. Also three murders, one suicide, two imprisonments, and one incident 'too scandalous to specify outside the Lyceum.'
Next I will have to make it better. And publish.
Next I will have to make it better. And publish.
Written By Branan
Dec. 4, 2016, 11:34 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
In traders tavern, raucous and loud,
The nobles did enjoy and consume,
The freemen were not quite bowed,
Yet t’was still not a royals tea room.
The cold spring evening was daft and draft,
The conversation spinning, quite cheerfully so,
Princesses and Lords and makers of craft,
All locked in the verbal riverine rapidical flow.
Discussion of dogs and houses and daring do,
Topics ranging from family to politics sprightly,
Carpenters, sailors skulking, sipping their brew,
While young nobles pranced about so knightly.
The nobles did enjoy and consume,
The freemen were not quite bowed,
Yet t’was still not a royals tea room.
The cold spring evening was daft and draft,
The conversation spinning, quite cheerfully so,
Princesses and Lords and makers of craft,
All locked in the verbal riverine rapidical flow.
Discussion of dogs and houses and daring do,
Topics ranging from family to politics sprightly,
Carpenters, sailors skulking, sipping their brew,
While young nobles pranced about so knightly.
Written By Julea
Dec. 4, 2016, 11:23 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
Another day, another opportunity to put my foot in my mouth. I don't know how I am going to survive the week, let alone the summer here.
In my head, it all worked out so well, so much better than the reality. I played it out over and over on the cold nights travelling here. How I'd set up my own little shop, supply lots of dignified people with weapons, mass a fortune, and send it home to pa so he can retire and live a comfortable life. But life just doesn't quite work out like that.
I should meet up with Joscelin Arterius, perhaps she can offer some much needed sagely advice to this inept traveller.
Julea
18th of April 1005.
In my head, it all worked out so well, so much better than the reality. I played it out over and over on the cold nights travelling here. How I'd set up my own little shop, supply lots of dignified people with weapons, mass a fortune, and send it home to pa so he can retire and live a comfortable life. But life just doesn't quite work out like that.
I should meet up with Joscelin Arterius, perhaps she can offer some much needed sagely advice to this inept traveller.
Julea
18th of April 1005.
Written By Abbas
Dec. 4, 2016, 11:15 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
I received a gift today that is meaningful to me. I find that in abscence it helps but it is no substitute for the actual physical presence. I'm not the whining sentimental sort. In fact, I would say I'm mercurial at best and my moods are fleeting and diverse. Lately I've grown more accustomed to Arx and not living my life as if I am reaving upon the Salt. It's been a slow adjustments but one I'm growing more accustomed to as the seasons turn.
Written By Harlan
Dec. 4, 2016, 11:11 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Sylvie
Such a different person from her sister-in-law, it seems. I cannot deny that there is something compelling about her, but perhaps it is only that we are so different as well.
Written By Harlan
Dec. 4, 2016, 11:06 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Cara
The things you tell me disturb me deeper than I would care to admit. It must be connected, but I don't yet know how.
Written By Harlan
Dec. 4, 2016, 11:05 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
I cannot say for sure that I'm glad to be back in the city, but I am back and it is somehow a relief. It worries me while I'm away to think my family needs protecting from something of which I do not yet know how to protect them.
Written By Nadia
Dec. 4, 2016, 10:56 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Anze
Anze is the brother of Fergus and Freja.I haven't had much of a chance to speak to him, but he seems to have a good head on his shoulders. A damned good fighter, from what I've been told by peers. The few times we've crossed paths, he's kept me in good spirits with humorous quips. Sometimes he's incredibly insightful when I least expected it, too.
Written By Nadia
Dec. 4, 2016, 10:52 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Victus
Gruff he may be, he's a good man. One just has to be patient, and not be easily cowed by his withering looks and grunted "Fuck off"'s. Ply him with a good rum and whisky and he'll tolerate any lady long enough to make something of a friendship of it, so long as you're tolerable. True fact.
Written By Rymarr
Dec. 4, 2016, 10:39 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
I have recently began my service with the Sovereign's Own Royal Guard, or King's Own more commonly. The Lord Commander seems to be a strong warrior. She strikes me more as the sort of individual who doesn't wish to be bogged down by scrolls, conversations, and niceties. She wants to be in battle, doing her duty, and being where steel meets steel. Talking about possibilities seems to only give her some cause for either frustration or anxiousness, I can not tell.
The Lady Regent also paid a visit. She seems to be a very optimistic sort. She's brought news to the tower, as well as made it clear that she supports our mandate and wishes to work with us. It is likely why she is the Regent and I am not. I also do not smile nearly as often as she.
The Lady Regent also paid a visit. She seems to be a very optimistic sort. She's brought news to the tower, as well as made it clear that she supports our mandate and wishes to work with us. It is likely why she is the Regent and I am not. I also do not smile nearly as often as she.
Written By Freja
Dec. 4, 2016, 10:32 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Aksel
Sword of Nightgold. Likes his stories and his whiskey, though I hope he is smarter now to know not to wrestle a bear when other drunken asses are goading you on.
Written By Rymarr
Dec. 4, 2016, 10:29 p.m.(4/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Dawn
Lady Regent. She seems optimistic and very supportive of the King's Own and our mandate.
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