Written By Peri
March 20, 2019, 9:21 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Vellichor, I am grateful that you inspire us to share our lives in the small and well as the large. My mother died in the summer, and as it passes I remember her passing. She lives in my journals and in the journals she kept. This summer has been difficult. You've given me comfort.
Written By Peri
March 20, 2019, 9:17 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Michael
Thanks for showing off Joscelin's divine skill as a crafter. That tiara with our pearls make up for your your new hairstyle.
I found it very intriguing to receive a message from Sir Struttington when I stood right next to you. Perhaps Sir Struttington could also use a tiara to good effect.
Future scholars: It is the custom of people here in Arx to preen and show their plumage to good effect. Surely this is still a custom in your time, but one never knows.
I found it very intriguing to receive a message from Sir Struttington when I stood right next to you. Perhaps Sir Struttington could also use a tiara to good effect.
Future scholars: It is the custom of people here in Arx to preen and show their plumage to good effect. Surely this is still a custom in your time, but one never knows.
Written By Gwenna
March 20, 2019, 9:07 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Princess Elgana truly outdid herself with the Taste of Arx event for House Redrain. The decor, the games, the prizes and gifts, were all like taking a small tour of all the Northlands. There is little wonder why she is the Minster of Fealty and I am grateful every day that we get to claim her as ours. Thank you, cousin, for creating such a grand party! Thank you as well to those who assisted her and made it truly a glorious evening I doubt anyone will soon forget.
Even when the shadows of our world seem ever-encroaching, spending a joyous time with so much close family reminds me yet again why we fight. Watching the merriment with my darling Lorenzo, seeing His Grace and the Princess-Consort playfully flirting, the easy comfort of dear and close friends, and the happiness worn on so many faces...
Yes. This is why we fight.
Even when the shadows of our world seem ever-encroaching, spending a joyous time with so much close family reminds me yet again why we fight. Watching the merriment with my darling Lorenzo, seeing His Grace and the Princess-Consort playfully flirting, the easy comfort of dear and close friends, and the happiness worn on so many faces...
Yes. This is why we fight.
Written By Niklas
March 20, 2019, 8:56 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Gailin
It should have been you.
But the sea has never been shy about throwing trash back on the shore.
But the sea has never been shy about throwing trash back on the shore.
Written By Marian
March 20, 2019, 7:17 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
When I was first learning about the Gods, a clever priest explained to me that the spirits, my ancestors, are the fighters in the Colosseum, while the Gods are the walls, the ground under their feet, and beautiful sky overhead. The two can exist side by side without conflict but they are not the on the same level. He encouraged me to embrace the greater expanse.
It took many more conversations and life events to fully convert me to the Faith. His story lived with me always to help me resolve my respect the Old Ways with my love for the Gods. Yes, he was rather clever to use an analogy that a young warrior could latch onto. I see that now. He spoke to me in words I could relate to. I hope my own message now is just as eloquent.
I can not support this New Church of Petrichor. Shamanism and Faith are separate forms of worship. They can not be merged as one. To try to make them fit together is not just heresy against the Faith but also an attack against shamanism. While I can appreciate the struggle to find balance within, to honor the Old Ways while being true to one's Faith, creating a New Way works against everything. It lessens the beauty of our traditions. It brings conflict to those who do not deserve to have their way of life questioned again.
We fought together at the Battle of Stormwall. You heeded my call as allies before, heed my call now. Put down your swords. Abandoned this doomed folly. The Seraph of Fireside only incites a twisted version of nature, our protector of the forest, Petrichor. Return to the Faith militant for penance. Because we can all stumble in our path to find Faith. We can question our minds and hearts. That's why the Dominus and Legates are there to help us on our journey. Come back to the fold and seek penance.
It took many more conversations and life events to fully convert me to the Faith. His story lived with me always to help me resolve my respect the Old Ways with my love for the Gods. Yes, he was rather clever to use an analogy that a young warrior could latch onto. I see that now. He spoke to me in words I could relate to. I hope my own message now is just as eloquent.
I can not support this New Church of Petrichor. Shamanism and Faith are separate forms of worship. They can not be merged as one. To try to make them fit together is not just heresy against the Faith but also an attack against shamanism. While I can appreciate the struggle to find balance within, to honor the Old Ways while being true to one's Faith, creating a New Way works against everything. It lessens the beauty of our traditions. It brings conflict to those who do not deserve to have their way of life questioned again.
We fought together at the Battle of Stormwall. You heeded my call as allies before, heed my call now. Put down your swords. Abandoned this doomed folly. The Seraph of Fireside only incites a twisted version of nature, our protector of the forest, Petrichor. Return to the Faith militant for penance. Because we can all stumble in our path to find Faith. We can question our minds and hearts. That's why the Dominus and Legates are there to help us on our journey. Come back to the fold and seek penance.
Written By Gailin
March 20, 2019, 2:55 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Well so much to say here as another blow has hit those I care deeply for. The late Ford Kennex's passing is hard to bear so soon after the passing of my late wife Countess Titania Fireviper Nee Kennex. Ford and I had a rocky start but it smoothed out relatively quickly. After Titania's untimely passing he remained a loyal and true friend becoming like a brother to me,always there when I needed to speak about it or even when I just needed a drink with friendly company. He never stopped viewing me as family as some might after the person who bonded them as family passes but rather brought me closer. For this I have always been and will always remain grateful.
Ford my good friend my brother you will be missed and the Winds of Change are ever at our backs so we may rise From The Ashes.
Ford my good friend my brother you will be missed and the Winds of Change are ever at our backs so we may rise From The Ashes.
Written By Gailin
March 20, 2019, 1:46 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Titania
My late wife the sea took you from me but you will always have a piece of my heart.
Written By Skye
March 20, 2019, 1:37 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
Marquis Ford Kennex was not a close friend of mine. We met socially upon a few occasions and our exchanges were brief. I've had more time with his extended family, many whom I'm rather fond of. His death is a horrible tragedy that should have never happened.
For his murderers who committed this foul deed: You absolute fools. You made him from a mere mortal with flaws like all of us to a shining light against the injustices practiced by thralldom. His name has become a rallying cry for those who would seek its abolition. You have rallied an army of outrage against your cause. Marquis Ford Kennex will live forever in our minds and hearts because your actions have made him a martyr. In the next Assembly of Peers when his family nominates him to be added to the Hall of Heroes, they will have my support.
Your fearmongering and terror that you wished to spread? Know that you failed. We are not afraid. We are resolved. We will lean on our allies to build our defenses against future atrocities. House Blackshore continues to be thrall-free. As a young leader finding her way, I am grateful to the man that came before me and showed me it was possible. Thank you Marquis Ford Kennex for your legacy. Your March inspired my own. I hope that I am worthy enough to continue the journey that you have started.
For his murderers who committed this foul deed: You absolute fools. You made him from a mere mortal with flaws like all of us to a shining light against the injustices practiced by thralldom. His name has become a rallying cry for those who would seek its abolition. You have rallied an army of outrage against your cause. Marquis Ford Kennex will live forever in our minds and hearts because your actions have made him a martyr. In the next Assembly of Peers when his family nominates him to be added to the Hall of Heroes, they will have my support.
Your fearmongering and terror that you wished to spread? Know that you failed. We are not afraid. We are resolved. We will lean on our allies to build our defenses against future atrocities. House Blackshore continues to be thrall-free. As a young leader finding her way, I am grateful to the man that came before me and showed me it was possible. Thank you Marquis Ford Kennex for your legacy. Your March inspired my own. I hope that I am worthy enough to continue the journey that you have started.
Written By Vercyn
March 20, 2019, 12:14 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Marian
I have led men into battle before many of you were born. I have killed before most of your parents even look at each other. I have pacified the wild north so that even the most war like tribes will seek peace lest they face the steel boot of Redrain. My head is the greatest prize sought out by Shav'arani and none have come close to claiming it. I am the greatest War Chief that Redrain has ever seen.
Until now. For all of my achievements, and the things that I have done pale in comparison to the Princess Marian, whom I will cheerfully follow into battle.
Until now. For all of my achievements, and the things that I have done pale in comparison to the Princess Marian, whom I will cheerfully follow into battle.
Written By Elgana
March 20, 2019, 12:08 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
I am so terribly happy that the Redrain portion of Princess Sabella's grand Taste of Arx event series was a wonderful time! So many faces, both the familiar and the unfamiliar, showed up to celebrate what makes Redrain and its vassals great. I am grateful that both His Grace, Prince Darren, and his esteemed Voices, had the faith in me to pull this off.
And it wasn't just my effort, either. So many wonderful people came together to help make this a wonderful celebration. My thanks and gratitude to:
Arthen Dayne
Enid
Lady Brianna Halfshav
Lady Willow Nightgold
Lady Acantha Clearlake
Lord Rysen Crovane
Princess Donella
Princess Helena
And of course, to Prince Darren, Princess Gwenna and Princess Marian.
It goes without saying that my thanks also go out to those who came and spent time in the ward and enjoyed our company and spirits.
And it wasn't just my effort, either. So many wonderful people came together to help make this a wonderful celebration. My thanks and gratitude to:
Arthen Dayne
Enid
Lady Brianna Halfshav
Lady Willow Nightgold
Lady Acantha Clearlake
Lord Rysen Crovane
Princess Donella
Princess Helena
And of course, to Prince Darren, Princess Gwenna and Princess Marian.
It goes without saying that my thanks also go out to those who came and spent time in the ward and enjoyed our company and spirits.
Written By Saoirse
March 19, 2019, 11:18 p.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Arman
Nice to see you here, strange to talk.
Written By Saoirse
March 19, 2019, 11:16 p.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
My team and I have created an enormous treaty that has put a plug in many, many conflicts. I won't lie, it was hard work, not the least of which was because this Great Road is
SO
DAMN
LONG.
And as I have traversed its length, I feel uniquely qualified to say: so long. so dusty. We'll try to do something about the dust.
SO
DAMN
LONG.
And as I have traversed its length, I feel uniquely qualified to say: so long. so dusty. We'll try to do something about the dust.
Written By Venturo
March 19, 2019, 10:30 p.m.(10/8/1010 AR)
It's times like these that we must remember those in the farthest reaches of Arvum, in villages scattered across the lands. That they need something to lighten their day, to lift their spirits. Stories of love and loss, despair and hope, things that connect them and remind them that we all share common threads of humanity with one another. It's this very thing that the Kismet Carnivals are intended to do.
While it is still in the very earliest stages of planning, efforts are taking place to expand those carnivals into new lands, to forge new partnerships. To those houses who have already pledged their support, and the trade, morale, and pride it shall bring? You have my thanks. If there are others out there that are so equally interested, my door is open and I respond to every messenger, and I am always eager to discuss what those partnerships can bring to help out the common man and woman in all corners of Arvum.
While it is still in the very earliest stages of planning, efforts are taking place to expand those carnivals into new lands, to forge new partnerships. To those houses who have already pledged their support, and the trade, morale, and pride it shall bring? You have my thanks. If there are others out there that are so equally interested, my door is open and I respond to every messenger, and I am always eager to discuss what those partnerships can bring to help out the common man and woman in all corners of Arvum.
Written By Acantha
March 19, 2019, 9:40 p.m.(10/8/1010 AR)
The fur lined gloves that Clearlake gave as offerings this evening went very fast. If you attended the event and didn't get a pair, please feel free to message me for a pair to be made. I have a small list of who did not receive them already.
Written By Joscelin
March 19, 2019, 9:28 p.m.(10/8/1010 AR)
I'm wondering if I should offer paid slots on my pre-sale-notification list. Especially after all the interest in Seliki pearls, and my plans for next week: I have a whole flat-bed lined in velvet, full of pearls of every color. I thought only sapphires came in so many hues. I was wrong. -And- they're -carvable-. Goodness.
Written By Thea
March 19, 2019, 8:34 p.m.(10/8/1010 AR)
I've been learning a lot about this city, about people. I've never been happier to see my brothers. Time to prove myself.
Written By Jyri
March 19, 2019, 1:19 p.m.(10/8/1010 AR)
Bunch of bloody foolishness.
Written By Sorrel
March 19, 2019, 11:44 a.m.(10/8/1010 AR)
I am working on the Order of East Light quite a bit lately, what with Princess Coraline being busy being a newlywed, among other things. I would like to see it thrive and prosper, for I believe that reviving ancient traditions is something the Isles needs right now. We are working on a project which will renovate an ancient ruin to be used once more for the training of knights on Maelstrom. Yet it will take many resources and much time.
I had the good fortune to speak with Princess Liara Grayson yesterday, and she gave me some ideas about fundraising. I can only hope that others who are interested in this sort of thing also step up to help me with it. This is one of those times when I truly miss Princess Coraline's talent for this sort of thing.
I had the good fortune to speak with Princess Liara Grayson yesterday, and she gave me some ideas about fundraising. I can only hope that others who are interested in this sort of thing also step up to help me with it. This is one of those times when I truly miss Princess Coraline's talent for this sort of thing.
Written By Mikani
March 19, 2019, 10:32 a.m.(10/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
What can I say about the late Marquis Ford Kennex that hasn't already been said?
When I first met Ford - I didn't know he was a noble. He was of a character that seemed comfortable in any environment. Needless to say we became friends because of our deep appreciation of rum and alcohol in general.
When I became Voice - he was a great help getting my feet under me. To help me understand the importance of enduring change not just quick solutions. How to learn from our combined past to bring a brighter future for my people. How to hold my head high when those around me would seek my downfall. I can never repay him for those invaluable lessons.
There is more I could say - yet I won't. Inside joke and personal moments are for the Black Journals and not the Whites.
What I will do is implore the others of the peerage, newly formed houses to dawn of compact houses and traditional houses to progressive houses, please consider vocally speaking out against violence like this. Speak out against the short minded belief that adding to our diversity makes us weaker. It is our diversity that defines our strength as a Compact. Speak up when there are those who wish to see the peer next to you fail. We need to stand together or I promise you we will perish together. An attack on one of us is an attack on all of us. Long live the Compact.
When I first met Ford - I didn't know he was a noble. He was of a character that seemed comfortable in any environment. Needless to say we became friends because of our deep appreciation of rum and alcohol in general.
When I became Voice - he was a great help getting my feet under me. To help me understand the importance of enduring change not just quick solutions. How to learn from our combined past to bring a brighter future for my people. How to hold my head high when those around me would seek my downfall. I can never repay him for those invaluable lessons.
There is more I could say - yet I won't. Inside joke and personal moments are for the Black Journals and not the Whites.
What I will do is implore the others of the peerage, newly formed houses to dawn of compact houses and traditional houses to progressive houses, please consider vocally speaking out against violence like this. Speak out against the short minded belief that adding to our diversity makes us weaker. It is our diversity that defines our strength as a Compact. Speak up when there are those who wish to see the peer next to you fail. We need to stand together or I promise you we will perish together. An attack on one of us is an attack on all of us. Long live the Compact.
Written By Sabella
March 19, 2019, 8:57 a.m.(10/7/1010 AR)
The Grayson portion of A Taste of Arx could not have gone any better last night and I have to thank all of our amazing vassals who went above and beyond in coming out and showing everyone how utterly fantastic they all are! There as music, food, wine, apple butter that isn't actually butter, appletarts, pies, cakes, jewelry, maps and even more on offer! But the absolute best part was seeing everyone come together in these uncertain times and have fun. I can still hear all the laughter ringing out from those that watched and participated in the relay and everyone that took part in the debate was so delightfully serious about such a fun topic. Congratulations to the Nightingale who won herself a pair of steelsilk gloves with an elegant defense of pies, and to Baron Silas, Lord Pharamond, and Lady Tabitha who won the relay race!
I am truly grateful to all that participated and everyone that came. We are stronger when we're together and last night just proved how worthwhile it is to engage with those you may not see very often. I can't wait to see what happens with the other parties this week!
Also I'm pretty sure Baron Silas flew, but I had had a lot to drink by that point so perhaps it was just a trick of the light.
I am truly grateful to all that participated and everyone that came. We are stronger when we're together and last night just proved how worthwhile it is to engage with those you may not see very often. I can't wait to see what happens with the other parties this week!
Also I'm pretty sure Baron Silas flew, but I had had a lot to drink by that point so perhaps it was just a trick of the light.
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