Written By Mabelle
Sept. 30, 2019, 6:03 a.m.(12/6/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Kaia
A note to myself: Do not anger cousin Kaia when she is holding a bow.
I do expect an invitation to that dinner though!
I do expect an invitation to that dinner though!
Written By Mirari
Sept. 30, 2019, 3:41 a.m.(12/6/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Tonight I stood in my workshop covered in grime; sweat, soot, and metal shavings coating my skin. I stood before a sand mould, packed tightly and sandwiched between two pieces of steel. I watched as within that mould slowly, oh so slowly, cooling was a new alloy. My third batch made. Oh my friend, what wonders could you have worked with this? Resting safely in my workshop I have some already finished, and as I looked upon it I cannot help but think of you. I wish you could have joined us on this project. My dearest cousin Mailys, sweet Hana, Ladies Lianne and Carissa and I made this together. You would be so proud of us.
This metal is so pure, so clear it shines like a mirror.
I write now, the technique use to create this alloy in the hopes that wherever you are now, this knowledge will reach you:
To create the alloy coming to be known as "mirror-silver" one must take equal parts Stygian and Iridiscite. (Note: I have as of yet been successful in creating a stable alloy that uses unequal parts of the two metals, if someone manages to do so I would greatly love to have this knowledge. But so far nothing has panned out.)
Take equal parts Stygian and Iridiscite. First heat the Stygian to its melting point, until it becomes molten-- but becareful not to bring it to its boiling point. You do not want the Stygian to boil away. Add then the Iridescite to the molten Stygian, and mix until the two metals are fully incorporated. Pour into a metal or sand mould and allow to cool. (I have found that mirror-silver takes longer to harden fully than it's parent metals, so do not despair if it takes longer than expected.)
Once fully hardened one should have an alloy of such pure silver clarity that it is as reflective as a mirror.
((OOC: I have taken some OOC liberties on describing the process above, so please note that there may be other IC ways to create it. I used http://www.uefap.com/reading/exercise/ess3/alex2.htm as a reference on how to mix metals to create alloys and what some of the quirks of doing so might be. ))
This metal is so pure, so clear it shines like a mirror.
I write now, the technique use to create this alloy in the hopes that wherever you are now, this knowledge will reach you:
To create the alloy coming to be known as "mirror-silver" one must take equal parts Stygian and Iridiscite. (Note: I have as of yet been successful in creating a stable alloy that uses unequal parts of the two metals, if someone manages to do so I would greatly love to have this knowledge. But so far nothing has panned out.)
Take equal parts Stygian and Iridiscite. First heat the Stygian to its melting point, until it becomes molten-- but becareful not to bring it to its boiling point. You do not want the Stygian to boil away. Add then the Iridescite to the molten Stygian, and mix until the two metals are fully incorporated. Pour into a metal or sand mould and allow to cool. (I have found that mirror-silver takes longer to harden fully than it's parent metals, so do not despair if it takes longer than expected.)
Once fully hardened one should have an alloy of such pure silver clarity that it is as reflective as a mirror.
((OOC: I have taken some OOC liberties on describing the process above, so please note that there may be other IC ways to create it. I used http://www.uefap.com/reading/exercise/ess3/alex2.htm as a reference on how to mix metals to create alloys and what some of the quirks of doing so might be. ))
Written By Zoey
Sept. 30, 2019, 1:56 a.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
What an amazing night at the Sip'n Spar! I went from not even being sure I would get to show off my archery skills, to defending the name of Kennex against my old teacher, Violet. I beat her by 2 points, but a win is a win.
The best part of the night had to be when I climbed up on a table, held Dawn's Light over my head, and said, "Are there any archers in this room with the confidence to challenge me? So confident am I in my skills that not only will I offer 1000 silver to anyone who bests me, but I will even let you borrow my favorite bow and use it against me." Suffice it to say, that 1000 silver went to charity.
The best part of the night had to be when I climbed up on a table, held Dawn's Light over my head, and said, "Are there any archers in this room with the confidence to challenge me? So confident am I in my skills that not only will I offer 1000 silver to anyone who bests me, but I will even let you borrow my favorite bow and use it against me." Suffice it to say, that 1000 silver went to charity.
Written By Kaia
Sept. 29, 2019, 11:54 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Oh! I don't think I ever did share the news!
I managed to take down a turkey at Prince Artur's Turkey Shoot!
Hah! You can't laugh at me now Mister Caspian Wild!
All that training proved quite useful!
Do expect the Bisland's to host a turkey dinner soon!
I managed to take down a turkey at Prince Artur's Turkey Shoot!
Hah! You can't laugh at me now Mister Caspian Wild!
All that training proved quite useful!
Do expect the Bisland's to host a turkey dinner soon!
Written By Kaia
Sept. 29, 2019, 11:49 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Martino
Finding my way back to you after all these long and unexpected journeys is always a joy.
I can't believe it will be happening at last!
Sure there's still a few months left; and, Luella still insists we are a terrible match;
but, the contract has already been signed!
There's no turning back now - when the first spring flower blooms,
you're stuck with me Malvici.~
I can't believe it will be happening at last!
Sure there's still a few months left; and, Luella still insists we are a terrible match;
but, the contract has already been signed!
There's no turning back now - when the first spring flower blooms,
you're stuck with me Malvici.~
Written By Kaia
Sept. 29, 2019, 11:30 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
I seem to be eagerly looking forward to the upcoming Mirror Masquerade!
I wonder if it will be as magnificent as the last?
I wonder if it will be as magnificent as the last?
Written By Kaia
Sept. 29, 2019, 11:24 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
I am overjoyed with so many wonderful news!
My sweet sister Zoey is once more with child;
and, my talented cousin and dear friend Dariel
will soon be married to the lovely lady Miranda!
My sweet sister Zoey is once more with child;
and, my talented cousin and dear friend Dariel
will soon be married to the lovely lady Miranda!
Written By Fiora
Sept. 29, 2019, 10:55 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
I may be difficult to contact for a while. Sorry, I guess.
Written By Malesh
Sept. 29, 2019, 10:51 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Construction projects always seem to cost more and take longer than planned.
Perhaps one day we'll have the minds, the tools, and the will to bring our ideas into reality under budget and ahead of schedule.
Perhaps.
Perhaps one day we'll have the minds, the tools, and the will to bring our ideas into reality under budget and ahead of schedule.
Perhaps.
Written By Mabelle
Sept. 29, 2019, 10:44 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Sanya
Sometimes friendships are measured by little acts of kindness.
Written By Torian
Sept. 29, 2019, 10:43 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Whatever happens when I'm just a memory, I hope that it will be interesting to some scholar at least to observe the paths I've taken.
Some commoners will bemoan the law being on the side of the nobles, and of course it is, but their paths are often chosen for them.
Me? I was an orphan, doing what I could to get by until the Culler clan took me in. I learned how to fight and made some money that way, but it never felt like the right path and so I studied a trade.
Somewhere along the way, most of them took a liking to me and so here I am, not a drop of blood between me and any of them, yet they all look to me to steer this ship we call a family.
Some commoners will bemoan the law being on the side of the nobles, and of course it is, but their paths are often chosen for them.
Me? I was an orphan, doing what I could to get by until the Culler clan took me in. I learned how to fight and made some money that way, but it never felt like the right path and so I studied a trade.
Somewhere along the way, most of them took a liking to me and so here I am, not a drop of blood between me and any of them, yet they all look to me to steer this ship we call a family.
Written By Maja
Sept. 29, 2019, 10:22 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
I'm doing pretty well in the People's Tournament this year but I need someone to fight on my behalf in the fist fight! I have placed an advertisement; I sure hope someone answers.
Anybody?
/Anybody/??
Anybody?
/Anybody/??
Written By Corban
Sept. 29, 2019, 10:22 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Eleanor
It is good to see the trust that the King has placed in the Lord Commander, having her not just head his guard but also serve as Voice of the Realm.
She shall do wonderfully at the head of the Assembly of Peers in the coming days.
She shall do wonderfully at the head of the Assembly of Peers in the coming days.
Written By Corban
Sept. 29, 2019, 10:20 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Simone
How glad I am to hear that my beloved cousin has returned from the Greenwood and is with us in Arx once more. It has been too long since we have had a chance to talk.
We can change that, soon.
We can change that, soon.
Written By Tyche
Sept. 29, 2019, 10:17 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Arianna
I am ever grateful to have a cousin like Arianna. She has a physical strength and wildness that I do not.
Written By Helena
Sept. 29, 2019, 9:21 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
I realize that it has now been two years since I've made Arx my home -- I cannot say it is a permanent home when I shall always have Farhaven in my heart. But when I think of home, I think of Arx first rather than second now, and the friendly faces of those who reside in the city. It's a strange thing. So much has happened to me in those two years that I am not quite the same person I was then -- I have learned much, cried often, laughed more, and grown. I hope it is for the better and that I am a wiser, kinder person than I was then.
It also means my birthday is looming, as is my sister's. Plotting must commence.
It also means my birthday is looming, as is my sister's. Plotting must commence.
Written By Jaenelle
Sept. 29, 2019, 9:07 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Symonesse
Queen Symonesse is someone I wish to be like when I grow up, in all ways she is perfect. I can never thank you enough for all you do.
Written By Jaenelle
Sept. 29, 2019, 8:52 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Luca
I have met so many interesting people this week, it was almost like the first few years I was in Arx when everything was new. It also made me think of those who have been lost.
This week, it was Luca who kept coming to mind over and over again. Luca, who always made me feel as if I had something to offer even when I did not. Luca, who made me smile and laugh so effortlessly, and put me at ease even when I was not. How many times did I step over you in the hallway as I was moving from my bedroom to the audience hall, only to find you still there and with a willing ear to listen and a comforting spot right on the floor beside him.
"Don't worry, I can remind you of who you are. You're a lovely piece of artwork with eyes like the summer sky when there's not a cloud in sight and it stretches on for so long and forever that you question your importance in such a big, big world. You laugh like a warrior fights, freely and bravely, and honestly. Your enthusiasm, that of a child's when given a gift they did not expect. You're sweeter than any treat on that tray. Also, you're upside down, which is a new thing, but I think I'm enjoying this new perspective."
Sometimes being found upside down can provide a poet the muse to offer something so touching that a friendship could never be forgotten even long after the two are gone. You lived as you left, full of passion for everything and everyone in your life, and for that you will always be loved my friend.
This week, it was Luca who kept coming to mind over and over again. Luca, who always made me feel as if I had something to offer even when I did not. Luca, who made me smile and laugh so effortlessly, and put me at ease even when I was not. How many times did I step over you in the hallway as I was moving from my bedroom to the audience hall, only to find you still there and with a willing ear to listen and a comforting spot right on the floor beside him.
"Don't worry, I can remind you of who you are. You're a lovely piece of artwork with eyes like the summer sky when there's not a cloud in sight and it stretches on for so long and forever that you question your importance in such a big, big world. You laugh like a warrior fights, freely and bravely, and honestly. Your enthusiasm, that of a child's when given a gift they did not expect. You're sweeter than any treat on that tray. Also, you're upside down, which is a new thing, but I think I'm enjoying this new perspective."
Sometimes being found upside down can provide a poet the muse to offer something so touching that a friendship could never be forgotten even long after the two are gone. You lived as you left, full of passion for everything and everyone in your life, and for that you will always be loved my friend.
Written By Domonico
Sept. 29, 2019, 8:52 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
So now I have learned that facing off against two Glaivedancers is far more difficult that I imagined. Ladies Alessia and Dianna Mazetti do their House honor.
Written By Lucita
Sept. 29, 2019, 8:45 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Catalana
It is such an amusing joy to watch the interactions between Catalana and Wash.
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