Written By Modi
Nov. 18, 2018, 5 p.m.(1/8/1010 AR)
Perhaps the most fascinating thing I've found in my studies of the Compact's culture is just how draped many are in the facets of superstition. My clan was very deeply engrossed in mythology as well, I'd expect that would be one of the many things I would have to leave behind when I bent the knee. Yet everywhere I turn it seems there is a new tall tale. Griffons, sphinxes, sea serpents, dragons... The ancestor's imaginations must have been running wild.
These creatures make for fine metaphors. Though still surprising to see them so often talked about in the present, the tales of my clan usually whittled away after childhood.
On a different note, duskstone... Marvelous little gems.
These creatures make for fine metaphors. Though still surprising to see them so often talked about in the present, the tales of my clan usually whittled away after childhood.
On a different note, duskstone... Marvelous little gems.
Written By Calaudrin
Nov. 18, 2018, 4:26 p.m.(1/8/1010 AR)
I turned forty a few weeks ago. Feels exactly the same as thirty-nine. Except now I have this horse that Esoka got me. It was a really thoughtful gift, even if I don't know the first thing about taking care of horses.
Pretty sure the guards like the horse more than they like me. Not sure i can blame them.
No, Riagnon. I don't need you to confirm it.
Pretty sure the guards like the horse more than they like me. Not sure i can blame them.
No, Riagnon. I don't need you to confirm it.
Written By Edain
Nov. 18, 2018, 4:15 p.m.(1/8/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Daemon
There are some people you are not ready for the idea of a word without. Sir Daemon Dracone is one of those people. I would be lying if I said I knew him well, but I knew him through the fraternity of knighthood, and I knew him through his actions, and his honor.
I remember when my wedding party rode out to the Vowkeeper hills and he charged the flank of some 50 Abandoned raiders that attacked us riding a Greenwood War Elk, Dame Ida riding with him and punching people as they passed. I thought for certain they were both dead but they came through it a little battered but in good spirits. After that.. I just I forgot that he could even fall, just like any of us could.
I haven't heard the story of how he feel yet, just that he has, and I will wait to ask those that where there with him until they have had some time to grieve, they were those that knew him best. I cannot help but imagine it involved doing something crazily heroic. Rest well Sir Daemon Dracone, I your soul still craves to much adventure to rest in Elysium, I hope you are sent back to us sooner rather than later.
I remember when my wedding party rode out to the Vowkeeper hills and he charged the flank of some 50 Abandoned raiders that attacked us riding a Greenwood War Elk, Dame Ida riding with him and punching people as they passed. I thought for certain they were both dead but they came through it a little battered but in good spirits. After that.. I just I forgot that he could even fall, just like any of us could.
I haven't heard the story of how he feel yet, just that he has, and I will wait to ask those that where there with him until they have had some time to grieve, they were those that knew him best. I cannot help but imagine it involved doing something crazily heroic. Rest well Sir Daemon Dracone, I your soul still craves to much adventure to rest in Elysium, I hope you are sent back to us sooner rather than later.
Written By Maddox
Nov. 18, 2018, 4:02 p.m.(1/8/1010 AR)
Its been a busy week. I attended the Grayson dinner, and found that it had been declared a memorial for a Grayson that I had not met. He was clearly much beloved, and I wish I had met him. But it was an enlightening eveneing, both as I watched my pupil, and as I met many nobles I had not met before.
Written By Preston
Nov. 18, 2018, 3:19 p.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Daemon
Sir Daemon was Dame Thena's shadow, the gentle voice in her ear. As Dame Esoka is to me, he was to her. An aide. A friend. Even someone respected beyond what one might expect of the disciples. Someone who gave their life to the Faith Militant.
Dame Esoka strode forth - spreading the light of Gloria to the wavering soldiers - at the lodge. I can imagine but for a bit of luck in where a tree fell she could have been lost entirely. So my heart does bleed for Dame Thena and the Silver Order, for the loss they have suffered. For the hole left behind.
Stormwall changed all of us, as Sir Jeffeth says, but each of us who survived knew how thin the line was between life and death. How easy it is to find yourself on the wrong side of that line, a step to the side one way or the other can place you in safety or the fall of the enemy's arrow. So many I thought invincible I realise now are just human and soft and vulnrable as we all are, and we should treasure those moments.
I will pray for Sir Daemon, I will wish him well on his journey to the wheel as his body joins our brothers and sisters in the Maosoleum. As we welcome all the knights who fell at the lodge if they wish, to honour their oaths to Gloria and Limerance.
Dame Esoka strode forth - spreading the light of Gloria to the wavering soldiers - at the lodge. I can imagine but for a bit of luck in where a tree fell she could have been lost entirely. So my heart does bleed for Dame Thena and the Silver Order, for the loss they have suffered. For the hole left behind.
Stormwall changed all of us, as Sir Jeffeth says, but each of us who survived knew how thin the line was between life and death. How easy it is to find yourself on the wrong side of that line, a step to the side one way or the other can place you in safety or the fall of the enemy's arrow. So many I thought invincible I realise now are just human and soft and vulnrable as we all are, and we should treasure those moments.
I will pray for Sir Daemon, I will wish him well on his journey to the wheel as his body joins our brothers and sisters in the Maosoleum. As we welcome all the knights who fell at the lodge if they wish, to honour their oaths to Gloria and Limerance.
Written By Hadrian
Nov. 18, 2018, 1:37 p.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Our second child is born. He and I are doing wonderfully; Cambria advised me to write that.
He will be called Verus for now. Though I'm sure we'll change it a half dozen more times this month, then another thirteen times before adulthood.
Hadrian III will be debuted in approximately one year. Give or take a few months.
He will be called Verus for now. Though I'm sure we'll change it a half dozen more times this month, then another thirteen times before adulthood.
Hadrian III will be debuted in approximately one year. Give or take a few months.
Written By Luca
Nov. 18, 2018, 1:21 p.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Who knew that an afternoon catnap and research gathering could prove to be so relaxing and informative?
I did. That's why I started it. And what a turnout!
I'm in my territory.
I did. That's why I started it. And what a turnout!
I'm in my territory.
Written By Harper
Nov. 18, 2018, 12:03 p.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Daemon
We lost too many good folks out at the Lodge. But I have to say that Sir Daemon's passing took me real hard. I thought he'd made it. I thought he was gonna be okay, up until he wasn't.
He was a real special sort. One of the ones that made me think that knights might be more than shiny and irritating. I'll always remember him sitting at the Murder with me, letting kids color his armor and being so patient that it was amazing. He's helped me with a lot of the work that I've done for the orphans too.
I promise that I'll help keep things clean as much as I can, too, just for him. Cause I know he wouldn't have it any other way.
He was a real special sort. One of the ones that made me think that knights might be more than shiny and irritating. I'll always remember him sitting at the Murder with me, letting kids color his armor and being so patient that it was amazing. He's helped me with a lot of the work that I've done for the orphans too.
I promise that I'll help keep things clean as much as I can, too, just for him. Cause I know he wouldn't have it any other way.
Written By Jhond
Nov. 18, 2018, 11:55 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
I think I may be busier now than I was before. It is amazing how some things can open so many doors but hold you back just the same.
Written By Macda
Nov. 18, 2018, 11:05 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Katarina
Twice now you have indulged me. Twice now I have enjoyed myself. Princess Katarina, Twice Blessed.
Written By Audric
Nov. 18, 2018, 10:37 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Forato
Also, you're a Duke. Don't admit when you don't know things like that. I wasn't born a Lycene, but I know our games. Never admit a weakness: it's how we get you. It's how the Hounds of the Velenosa find their teeth on your throat. You really don't want that.
Written By Audric
Nov. 18, 2018, 10:35 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Forato
Welcome to being a bad leader. A good leader can, at least, know the name and a single fact about everyone who serves underneath them. I can tell you the blend of tobacco that every member of the Few smokes, and if they don't smoke, their preferred drink. That's one of the tricks to being a good leader - you don't have to know their every detail. Just enough to connect. That way, when they die, you feel the pain and you can use it to enact vengeance.
Written By Ophelia
Nov. 18, 2018, 8:54 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Berenice
You are a gem, dear cousin. A very pretty, sparkly gem and I love you!
Written By Draven
Nov. 18, 2018, 7:58 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
I know I'm not very Compacty, and I'm trying to be. But I won't like any one who tells me my Nova isn't a hero! Especially if bad Stuff happens and she isn't here any more!
Written By Elora
Nov. 18, 2018, 7:06 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Silas
I woke up the other day to find two guards watching over me. Following me to make sure that I am kept safe. I do believe that my darling cousin is being a little extra protective these days. I appreciate such kindness. He looks out for me so wonderfully.
Written By Domonico
Nov. 18, 2018, 7:03 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
I plan to do a more thorough journal entry on this subject so others may learn from it in years to come.
The Expedition to combat the pirates plaguing the Trade Route was most successful. Repeatedly we tracked them down, pursued them and either sunk or took their ships.
Dora is an incredible navigator and was instrumental in locating the pirate bands. I want her on my ship every chance I get.
Lord Santi proved why his is popular with his men, leading the boarding actions and shattering the enemy's will to fight.
Prince Jasher and his squadron showed why Thraxian's are considered the best naval warriors with his flanking actions and they truly are fierce warriors.
I am proud to have commanded and fought beside them all.
The Expedition to combat the pirates plaguing the Trade Route was most successful. Repeatedly we tracked them down, pursued them and either sunk or took their ships.
Dora is an incredible navigator and was instrumental in locating the pirate bands. I want her on my ship every chance I get.
Lord Santi proved why his is popular with his men, leading the boarding actions and shattering the enemy's will to fight.
Prince Jasher and his squadron showed why Thraxian's are considered the best naval warriors with his flanking actions and they truly are fierce warriors.
I am proud to have commanded and fought beside them all.
Written By Rinel
Nov. 18, 2018, 5:23 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Sudden Endings
May Night's Queen take within Her gentle hands
the frayèd threads and tattered strands
of lives--whose tap'stries lay
now all around Her, no more in day's
light viewed, or to in zephyrs play--
for now askew upon the floor they rest,
the cloth of souls. May they be blest
by She Who spins upon the Wheel
the lives of mortals. May they be healed.
- R. Tern
May Night's Queen take within Her gentle hands
the frayèd threads and tattered strands
of lives--whose tap'stries lay
now all around Her, no more in day's
light viewed, or to in zephyrs play--
for now askew upon the floor they rest,
the cloth of souls. May they be blest
by She Who spins upon the Wheel
the lives of mortals. May they be healed.
- R. Tern
Written By Reese
Nov. 18, 2018, 5:01 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Harald
Duke Harald was a great man. He taught me how to sail and how fight at sea. He helped to prepare me to fight at Maelstrom and me to stand against the Gyre's forces at Setarco. He wasn't so sure about about a blonde Grayson Princess joining sea battles at first, but he gave me the lessons and with time came to be believe me in.
He was with me when Lord Killian died. We went against Dame Zhayla's killers. This battle was one of the most difficult of my life, maybe the most difficult. Duke Harald and his son were injured, but they survived.
Near Farhaven Duke Harald risked his life to give us all a chance to escape from the slaver. Without him many of us would have died.
I cannot say I am surprised he had a hero's death. He used to say that since he had a heir to his house, he would risk his life as needed for compact and the greater good and he did.
Compact lost a brave man, a great fighter and a great tactician.
My condolences go out to House Grimhall. I have complete faith that tDuke Valdemar and Duchess Vanora are more than up for the task of continuing Grimhall's greatness.
Reese.
He was with me when Lord Killian died. We went against Dame Zhayla's killers. This battle was one of the most difficult of my life, maybe the most difficult. Duke Harald and his son were injured, but they survived.
Near Farhaven Duke Harald risked his life to give us all a chance to escape from the slaver. Without him many of us would have died.
I cannot say I am surprised he had a hero's death. He used to say that since he had a heir to his house, he would risk his life as needed for compact and the greater good and he did.
Compact lost a brave man, a great fighter and a great tactician.
My condolences go out to House Grimhall. I have complete faith that tDuke Valdemar and Duchess Vanora are more than up for the task of continuing Grimhall's greatness.
Reese.
Written By Reese
Nov. 18, 2018, 4:53 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Daemon
Sir Daemon was a great warrior and a great Knight of the Solace. He will be deeply missed. He was a devoted knight and gave his life in his duties.
Reese
Reese
Written By Reese
Nov. 18, 2018, 4:52 a.m.(1/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Bashira
Bashira was a lovely, intelligent, skilled and composed woman who will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Grandmaster Caspian at this time.
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