Written By Alis
Nov. 20, 2016, 11:28 p.m.(3/4/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Nadia
In some ways we are opposites; I hold everything inside, and she is radiant and ebullient. But we share common cause in making sure our voices are heard. It will be through action and not voice, is our oath. Because our words can be ignored. But our victories cannot. I am pleased to be able to count her among my friends.
Written By Alis
Nov. 20, 2016, 11:26 p.m.(3/4/1005 AR)
Writing down my burdens on paper, and letting them float away as ash on the wind was more freeing then I would have thought. I hope to face the Spring with renewed confidence and less sorrow. I know my departed father and siblings would not want us to let what happened to them keep us weighted down.
Written By Alis
Nov. 20, 2016, 5:59 p.m.(3/4/1005 AR)
It's amazing what a good sparring match (even if you wind up flat on your ass), followed by a nice cup of tea and talk with a like minded individual can do for the equilibrium. I highly recommend it to anyone.
And coffee. Coffee may well become my new morning vice. I would never have made it to the training center and then tea without that.
And coffee. Coffee may well become my new morning vice. I would never have made it to the training center and then tea without that.
Written By Alis
Nov. 19, 2016, 10:41 p.m.(3/1/1005 AR)
Lord Victus and Count Darkwater sure do say 'Fuck' a lot. I shall have to find out if that is a thing of Thraxians in general, or those two in particular. Lord Wyrmguard seemed to have little trouble fitting in. Whereas I, in full steel armor after the meeting outside the city gates, stuck out like a sore thumb. A tiny sore thumb.
In all a productive meeting I think. We shall make sure that our merchants sell needed supplies to Thrax Quartermaster's at fair prices. If needed, basic supplies at cost until increased patrols are no longer needed.
Somewhat an awkward exit, however. Because I had perhaps partaken of more alcohol then I ought to. And perhaps the toast to fucking, that led to the offer and counter-offers of a walk home. I certainly hope I caused neither gentlemen any offence, but it seemed prudent to just send a messenger to the manor and have someone come to meet me instead of taking up either offer. Diplomacy is more difficult then it appears. I prefer the battlefield.
I also look forward to singing the song I heard at the Ebb and Flow, at breakfast, to help wake up Edain.
In all a productive meeting I think. We shall make sure that our merchants sell needed supplies to Thrax Quartermaster's at fair prices. If needed, basic supplies at cost until increased patrols are no longer needed.
Somewhat an awkward exit, however. Because I had perhaps partaken of more alcohol then I ought to. And perhaps the toast to fucking, that led to the offer and counter-offers of a walk home. I certainly hope I caused neither gentlemen any offence, but it seemed prudent to just send a messenger to the manor and have someone come to meet me instead of taking up either offer. Diplomacy is more difficult then it appears. I prefer the battlefield.
I also look forward to singing the song I heard at the Ebb and Flow, at breakfast, to help wake up Edain.
Written By Alis
Nov. 16, 2016, 3:44 p.m.(2/19/1005 AR)
The more information I hear on these Elves, the more concerned I become. The meeting of military minds went about as well as can be expected. Although I may perhaps bring stilts next time. Or stand upon the table if I must, so that I can be heard the first time I speak...
Quite unbecoming Valardin's Voice, of course. But it may be worth it regardless.
In addition, I suspect I shall have nightmares consisting solely of men shitting off the sides of ships now. *sigh*
Quite unbecoming Valardin's Voice, of course. But it may be worth it regardless.
In addition, I suspect I shall have nightmares consisting solely of men shitting off the sides of ships now. *sigh*
Written By Alis
July 10, 2016, 2:17 p.m.(12/25/1003 AR)
Relationship Note on Alarissa
Alis never expected to really have to act in a 'Princess-like' manner. She'd be a knight, do the family proud, and that's it. But now? Now she knows she wears multiple hats and although being a Knight is the first and foremost one... how the hell DOES she act like a Princess? For that, she looks up to Alarissa. She sees her as the epitome of what a good Princess is. Her manners, her ability to put together an event, and her graciousness. Even her social ambition. Alis' looks up to her so she can try to emulate it.
Written By Alis
July 9, 2016, 6:24 p.m.(12/23/1003 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
A Disciple of Lagoma, and a sliver of peace within the Valardin family. As any good Knight-In-Training in liable to do, Alis suffered any number of injuries that needed healing. And Sophie is the healer she would unfailingly seek out whenever she was available and in Arx to do so. And the day Alis' found out about the deaths of so many in her family, Sophie was instinctively the person she sought out to cling to that she knew would not judge her for the moments of weakness as she wept.
Written By Alis
June 28, 2016, 8:44 p.m.(11/20/1003 AR)
Relationship Note on Marian
My sister-in-law, and the Sword of House Valardin. She is brave and strong, a woman who was infinitely worthy of my brother's regard. I am both glad that she took Oathbreaker, and that she has come to Arx to be with us. There is much that I know she can teach me, and she is another fierce woman warrior.
Written By Alis
June 19, 2016, 1:47 p.m.(10/20/1003 AR)
Relationship Note on Aurelian
A fist cousin, who has always been supportive of my efforts to pursue Knighthood so matter how difficult the challenge may be.
Written By Alis
April 18, 2016, 2:13 a.m.(4/5/1003 AR)
Relationship Note on Arn
He openly doesn't approve of my choice of knighthood, and argues and argues about it, but it's nothing I'm not accustomed to. Many women serve capably and honorably as knights in the service of House Valardin, and despite it, I can tell it's not doubt on my talents- it's (misplaced) paternal feelings of an old warrior afraid of seeing another protege meet tragedy on the field. He's a surprisingly good man, despite his reputation, full of a carefully concealed concern for House and family. He was loyal to my father and it has cost him almost everything, meeting any sacrifice without flinching. He's a reminder of a very peculiar kind of honor, one often forgotten- the type of men who will surrender anything, even their good name or their ideals, in absolute service to their lord. Not a proper knight, perhaps, but our family could do worse.
Written By Alis
April 18, 2016, 2:01 a.m.(4/5/1003 AR)
Relationship Note on Edain
Edain believed in me when others doubted me and attempted to dissuade me. Even if my vows as a knight did not require my absolute obedience to my liege, I would serve him with without question or complaint. But I worry about him. My brother is a good and idealistic young man and already shows the strain of his newfound duties. Of course I shall aid him in any way I can.
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