Written By Jan
July 1, 2023, 5:42 p.m.(2/6/1020 AR)
All these damn books with advice on how to get a man to fall in love or to win a proposal how can there be not a SINGLE tome of advice for women trying to get a man to STOP proposing? I know who to ask. Thank gods for Brother in Laws.
Written By Jan
July 1, 2023, 5:21 p.m.(2/6/1020 AR)
I hate that the person who's insight I most wish to borrow is the one person I cannot speak to. I hate this.
Written By Pasquale
July 1, 2023, 3:38 p.m.(2/5/1020 AR)
All warfare is based on deception. Hence when able to attack we must seem unable. When using our forces we must seem inactive. When we are near we make the enemy believe we are far away. When far away we must make the enemy believe we are near.
Written By Pasquale
July 1, 2023, 3:34 p.m.(2/5/1020 AR)
If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself, but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle.
Written By Tesha
June 29, 2023, 11:13 p.m.(2/2/1020 AR)
Relationship Note on Aethan
I'm going to have to think of a name for this puppy now. Thank you.
Written By Fray
June 28, 2023, 10:01 p.m.(1/28/1020 AR)
I started to learn armorsmithing, the passion for it came recently. I looked at a noble's heirlooms and it reminded me of the stories and memories created in everything. The armor I wear will be stronger, and more resilient than the walls of Arx themselves.
Their story will start; crafted by my hands, and their story will end with my corpse.
Their story will start; crafted by my hands, and their story will end with my corpse.
Written By Medeia
June 28, 2023, 6:29 p.m.(1/28/1020 AR)
I did it. I went to the Queensrest for the first time since my uncle's death. It was so strange to enter and have the staff and patrons react so normally - effusively, if I am being honest, the outpouring of attention nearly made me turn around and walk right back out! It has been years, now, more than five, and I could not help but remember it the way I saw it last.
A bit of good fortune saw me graced by the presence of Prince Patrizio. Being able to join him and engage in conversation helped to put me at ease. Some pumpkin cake helped, too.
Still, that was a difficult moment. I am grateful that I experienced it, though. Now, I might be able to work toward healing that broken part of my heart.
A bit of good fortune saw me graced by the presence of Prince Patrizio. Being able to join him and engage in conversation helped to put me at ease. Some pumpkin cake helped, too.
Still, that was a difficult moment. I am grateful that I experienced it, though. Now, I might be able to work toward healing that broken part of my heart.
Written By Tesha
June 25, 2023, 10:12 p.m.(1/22/1020 AR)
I had pondered a Winter Joust, but that might injure the horses and riders more. I don't want to do that.
Written By Jan
June 25, 2023, 9:23 p.m.(1/22/1020 AR)
I need to find a reason to leave the city. Surely there's something in all these dusty tomes with something worth exploring that won't get everyone who follows me killed
Written By Raymesin
June 25, 2023, 7:24 p.m.(1/22/1020 AR)
There's nothing quite like finding a silk outside the Murder in the morning, Scholar, lacking a purse and the fancy clothing and all the jewellery they'd sported at the start of the evening. Maybe one day they'll get the message that the people of the Lowers are hungry and desperate, especially in winter.
Written By Medeia
June 25, 2023, 7:18 p.m.(1/22/1020 AR)
The folly of youth is such that, sometimes, one makes a dire mistake. When such mistakes happen, it is important to have people who care enough to provide guidance so that the mistake can be addressed in a constructive way. Who among us can say that we have not accidentally burned a large portion of established vineyard to ash in the middle of the night while meeting up with someone we fancy?
Perhaps that is too specific an example. And, despite it sounding exactly like a circumstance that could have occurred at Saikland, I at least can say that the example does not stem from my - or my family's - experiences. Unfortunately, it is a scenario that came to pass in Lenosia.
It took far less time than I had expected to discover the source of the fire, and I am so relieved that it was not a malicious act. However, malice or no, that mistake by one young man has caused extensive damage that will have long-lasting effects on the production of Lenosian Red. I am pleased to be able to help put a plan in place to allow the young man a chance to make up for his indiscretions.
I hope he is prepared for years of me checking in on him.
Perhaps that is too specific an example. And, despite it sounding exactly like a circumstance that could have occurred at Saikland, I at least can say that the example does not stem from my - or my family's - experiences. Unfortunately, it is a scenario that came to pass in Lenosia.
It took far less time than I had expected to discover the source of the fire, and I am so relieved that it was not a malicious act. However, malice or no, that mistake by one young man has caused extensive damage that will have long-lasting effects on the production of Lenosian Red. I am pleased to be able to help put a plan in place to allow the young man a chance to make up for his indiscretions.
I hope he is prepared for years of me checking in on him.
Written By Patrizio
June 25, 2023, 4:53 p.m.(1/22/1020 AR)
In the midst of an Abyssally cold winter (are they not all so in the city of Arx?), there are few things that warm the heart more than a shared drinks and lively conversation with wonderful company beside a roaring fire.
The Ambassador Salon, among others, is one such place that I enjoy such grace and I dare say my most recent visit was made all the more pleasant by the company found there.
Will this entice me out into the winter's icy embrace more often? Perhaps, depending on the company and the conversation.
The Ambassador Salon, among others, is one such place that I enjoy such grace and I dare say my most recent visit was made all the more pleasant by the company found there.
Will this entice me out into the winter's icy embrace more often? Perhaps, depending on the company and the conversation.
Written By Magaen
June 25, 2023, 4:34 p.m.(1/22/1020 AR)
You can always know when a story is well told by the teller's ability to coax from you something you had not meant to feel. Even better is the teller who can tease out what you had not intended to share.
The sights, smells, and tastes of the bazaar, a story about the power of our weapons enchantingly performed, and my favorite of the city's seasons casting out its snowfall. These have been fine days.
The sights, smells, and tastes of the bazaar, a story about the power of our weapons enchantingly performed, and my favorite of the city's seasons casting out its snowfall. These have been fine days.
Written By Jan
June 25, 2023, 12:50 p.m.(1/21/1020 AR)
Well. First time playing hostess wasn't so bad. I surely didn't do it justice but I don't think I embarrassed anyone which I consider a resounding win. I'm not sure if Pasquale is disappointed with turnout or not.
Written By Filshiar
June 25, 2023, 2:58 a.m.(1/20/1020 AR)
Lord Titus's stories are always intriguing and this latest round of tales has inspired me to learn more about some of the fine weapons held by our Compact's houses. To have heard people sharing and speaking under a beautifully snowy sky only added to the evening's charm.
Written By Lucita
June 23, 2023, 10:53 a.m.(1/17/1020 AR)
Long hours in the archives searching for bits of information was followed by a long trek home in the snow and ice. Stopping by the Ambassador Salon for a warm drink and to bask in the fireplace warmth for a little while was irresistible. It was a pleasant surprise to have a friend stop by and visit for a while.
Written By Quenia
June 22, 2023, 11:11 p.m.(1/16/1020 AR)
I am growing concerned for the state of my mother's mind. She recently wrote to me and in that writing she remarked upon some remembrances of her sons, my supposed brothers. I have no brothers. I have never had any brothers in my entire lifetime. I think, perhaps, I may need to ask her to resign her commissions, lest she make a bigger mistake than simply forgetting that she's only ever had daughters as children.
I think, perhaps, that's something that must be done in person, rather than through a letter.
I think, perhaps, that's something that must be done in person, rather than through a letter.
Written By Medeia
June 21, 2023, 2:52 p.m.(1/13/1020 AR)
I have generally held that people are often more alike than different. Yet some differences seem to be enough to have us tearing each other down. It is in the moments when we find the similarities that we bridge the gaps between us.
Learning that someone also spent their childhood dashing barefoot through an orchard is perhaps not so strange a thing - there have been people and orchards and children for generations upon generations. Even so, it is such a delightful thing to learn about another person, especially when that person was raised speaking another language in a land far from your own.
I am ever more ready for time in the gardens and vineyards after winter.
Learning that someone also spent their childhood dashing barefoot through an orchard is perhaps not so strange a thing - there have been people and orchards and children for generations upon generations. Even so, it is such a delightful thing to learn about another person, especially when that person was raised speaking another language in a land far from your own.
I am ever more ready for time in the gardens and vineyards after winter.
Written By Titus
June 20, 2023, 11:54 p.m.(1/12/1020 AR)
Children of Sangris, we acknowledge that in the Red City discipline and stoicism are revered virtues. That we find wisdom in the art of controlling our emotions. It is not a matter of suppressing our innermost feelings, for they are an inherent part of our existence, but rather mastering the art of emotional control. To be led by our emotions is to relinquish the reins of our own destiny and render ourselves incapable of guiding others.
Emotions, whether love or hate, possess a profound power to shape our perception of the world and our place within it. If we allow ourselves to be consumed by hatred, we surrender our inner peace and become entangled in a web of defeat. Hatred blinds us to reason and clouds our judgment, leading us astray from the path of wisdom and virtue. But foolishly being overcome by love or lust will blind us to the weaknesses of others, and by being blind we will not be there to help them when they need it most.
In the great tapestry of life, our thoughts hold the power to weave the fabric of our being. We are the architects of our own destiny, sculpting our character and molding our future through the thoughts we choose to nurture. By directing our minds towards noble pursuits and virtuous ideals, we transform ourselves into vessels of greatness and integrity.
Let us, then, embrace the discipline of thought and the mastery of emotion. Through diligent practice and self-awareness, we can develop the ability to control the time, manner, audience, and means of emotional expression. By doing so, we elevate ourselves above the whims of transient passions and forge a path of enlightened leadership.
We understand that true strength lies not in the suppression of emotions, but in the mastery of their influence. As we cultivate a calm and focused mind, we transcend the limitations imposed by external circumstances and become the masters of our own destinies. Let us remember that we are the architects of our thoughts and emotions, shaping our lives with intention and purpose.
May we strive to harness the power of our minds and emotions, aligning them with the noble virtues of the Red City. In doing so, we rise above the ordinary and become beacons of inspiration and wisdom like the bonfire upon the top of the Temple of Pyros in a world often governed by chaotic passions.
Emotions, whether love or hate, possess a profound power to shape our perception of the world and our place within it. If we allow ourselves to be consumed by hatred, we surrender our inner peace and become entangled in a web of defeat. Hatred blinds us to reason and clouds our judgment, leading us astray from the path of wisdom and virtue. But foolishly being overcome by love or lust will blind us to the weaknesses of others, and by being blind we will not be there to help them when they need it most.
In the great tapestry of life, our thoughts hold the power to weave the fabric of our being. We are the architects of our own destiny, sculpting our character and molding our future through the thoughts we choose to nurture. By directing our minds towards noble pursuits and virtuous ideals, we transform ourselves into vessels of greatness and integrity.
Let us, then, embrace the discipline of thought and the mastery of emotion. Through diligent practice and self-awareness, we can develop the ability to control the time, manner, audience, and means of emotional expression. By doing so, we elevate ourselves above the whims of transient passions and forge a path of enlightened leadership.
We understand that true strength lies not in the suppression of emotions, but in the mastery of their influence. As we cultivate a calm and focused mind, we transcend the limitations imposed by external circumstances and become the masters of our own destinies. Let us remember that we are the architects of our thoughts and emotions, shaping our lives with intention and purpose.
May we strive to harness the power of our minds and emotions, aligning them with the noble virtues of the Red City. In doing so, we rise above the ordinary and become beacons of inspiration and wisdom like the bonfire upon the top of the Temple of Pyros in a world often governed by chaotic passions.
Written By Titus
June 20, 2023, 11:51 p.m.(1/12/1020 AR)
"How is all of this out there for us to contend with when every day we have people succumbing to entirely mundane things - lack of food, exposure to the cold, accidental grievous injury?" asked the lady to the knight.
The knight replied. "My lady, your words echo the reality of our world. Injustices, challenges, and hurts surround us, painting a tapestry of harshness. The yellow waters and thorns you speak of symbolize the abandoned and cursed aspects of our existence. It is true, the world can be a daunting and unforgiving place."
"However, it is precisely because of these realities that we must hold onto hope. Like a guiding star of our ancestors in the night sky, hope illuminates our path, allowing us to rise above the everyday struggles and aspire to something greater. We have the power to transcend the limitations imposed upon us by the world and make a positive difference, however small it may be."
"Though we witness people succumbing to mundane hardships, such as lack of food, exposure to the cold, or accidental injuries, it is in our collective resolve to address these issues that lies the potential for change. By lending our strength and compassion to those in need, we can alleviate suffering and create a world that is a little bit better, step by step. And what journey ever hoped to reach the end without taking a single step in the right direction? The overwhelming feeling of trying to feed the thousands is hard, but we can as you've shown, choose to help even one individual."
"In the face of adversity, we must not lose sight of our purpose and the potential for transformation. It is through our actions, guided by hope and fueled by our shared determination, that we can sow seeds of positive change and bring light to the darkness. The Compact demands that we strive to uplift those around us, extend our empathy, and work towards a future where the harsh realities are softened by the collective efforts of compassionate souls."
"You will one day pass on your stories to your daughter and they will pass on to their daughters your stories and their stories combined. Like the mote of light that shined so faintly at the beginning in the Heart below and now shines brighter than the sun with all those who have been touched by the Heart's sacrifice, I'm positive you will leave the world a brighter place."
The knight replied. "My lady, your words echo the reality of our world. Injustices, challenges, and hurts surround us, painting a tapestry of harshness. The yellow waters and thorns you speak of symbolize the abandoned and cursed aspects of our existence. It is true, the world can be a daunting and unforgiving place."
"However, it is precisely because of these realities that we must hold onto hope. Like a guiding star of our ancestors in the night sky, hope illuminates our path, allowing us to rise above the everyday struggles and aspire to something greater. We have the power to transcend the limitations imposed upon us by the world and make a positive difference, however small it may be."
"Though we witness people succumbing to mundane hardships, such as lack of food, exposure to the cold, or accidental injuries, it is in our collective resolve to address these issues that lies the potential for change. By lending our strength and compassion to those in need, we can alleviate suffering and create a world that is a little bit better, step by step. And what journey ever hoped to reach the end without taking a single step in the right direction? The overwhelming feeling of trying to feed the thousands is hard, but we can as you've shown, choose to help even one individual."
"In the face of adversity, we must not lose sight of our purpose and the potential for transformation. It is through our actions, guided by hope and fueled by our shared determination, that we can sow seeds of positive change and bring light to the darkness. The Compact demands that we strive to uplift those around us, extend our empathy, and work towards a future where the harsh realities are softened by the collective efforts of compassionate souls."
"You will one day pass on your stories to your daughter and they will pass on to their daughters your stories and their stories combined. Like the mote of light that shined so faintly at the beginning in the Heart below and now shines brighter than the sun with all those who have been touched by the Heart's sacrifice, I'm positive you will leave the world a brighter place."
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