Written By Zoey
Sept. 15, 2018, 1:05 p.m.(8/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Gianna
You're more than welcome. I hope that you enjoy it.
Written By Rymarr
Sept. 15, 2018, 12:48 p.m.(8/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Alexandre
Good luck. Praise Lagoma.
Written By Zoey
Sept. 15, 2018, 12:46 p.m.(8/10/1009 AR)
It's an odd thing.
My bow has been blooded. There were reasons and, it must be said, very good ones as to why that happened. I don't regret it. In fact, I am more than grateful that my aim was true that day. There was no chance of redemption, and diplomacy is not always a wise thing to attempt.
Nevertheless, it's a sobering realization to find that a pursuit which was once abstract in purpose has turned deadly. It's hard to take my skill lightly anymore. For, however many books you read, however many hours you train, however many people you spar against, none of it prepares you for the way a body drops when an arrow pierces its skull.
It's probably for the best that I learned this lesson. Duty without consequence is false glory.
My bow has been blooded. There were reasons and, it must be said, very good ones as to why that happened. I don't regret it. In fact, I am more than grateful that my aim was true that day. There was no chance of redemption, and diplomacy is not always a wise thing to attempt.
Nevertheless, it's a sobering realization to find that a pursuit which was once abstract in purpose has turned deadly. It's hard to take my skill lightly anymore. For, however many books you read, however many hours you train, however many people you spar against, none of it prepares you for the way a body drops when an arrow pierces its skull.
It's probably for the best that I learned this lesson. Duty without consequence is false glory.
Written By Alexandre
Sept. 15, 2018, 11:38 a.m.(8/10/1009 AR)
It is with joy and humility that I meet this day. The day I marry. The day I take on a new name and a new role. I look upon my future life, the wife that awaits in but a few hours, and rejoice, the daughter who chose us as much as we chose her, the new family that has already embraced me as one of their own, and I am happy.
Yet I do not leave anyone, nor anything, behind. I take with me the honour and chivalry I have lived and breathed ever since my first days in Blancbier. I take with me the dragons of my forebears, of Wyrmguard and Valardin. I take with me the friendships made, the memories high and low, and the promises sworn.
This day is not a day of loss, but change. And I shall embrace it with all my heart and soul.
Yet I do not leave anyone, nor anything, behind. I take with me the honour and chivalry I have lived and breathed ever since my first days in Blancbier. I take with me the dragons of my forebears, of Wyrmguard and Valardin. I take with me the friendships made, the memories high and low, and the promises sworn.
This day is not a day of loss, but change. And I shall embrace it with all my heart and soul.
Written By Gianna
Sept. 15, 2018, 10:54 a.m.(8/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Zoey
An unexpected gift is always a lovely thing. Especially a beautiful one.
Written By Rowenova
Sept. 15, 2018, 8:43 a.m.(8/9/1009 AR)
Sir Floppington, it must be noted, is not only a Very Good Boy Indeed but also the only one who can keep up with me, as far as I have seen so far.
Written By Valdemar
Sept. 15, 2018, 1:21 a.m.(8/9/1009 AR)
Sons,
When you get older, you will hear people speaking of respect. Of how they respect someone in particular, or deserve respect themselves. It is an important concept, and I want to be sure you understand what it means. At its core, the word means to hold someone in esteem, to honor them. You will decide for yourself, when you are old enough, why yours should be deserved and why it should be lost. However, you will find that this does not mean as much to some as it sounds. You see, respect should be abiding, able to last through differences in opinion. It shouldn't be dependent on that person acting in the way you want, because eventually, everyone you know will do something you do not agree with. If your esteem wavers just because they do, you will find yourself with a distinct lack of friends and allies.
When you get older, you will hear people speaking of respect. Of how they respect someone in particular, or deserve respect themselves. It is an important concept, and I want to be sure you understand what it means. At its core, the word means to hold someone in esteem, to honor them. You will decide for yourself, when you are old enough, why yours should be deserved and why it should be lost. However, you will find that this does not mean as much to some as it sounds. You see, respect should be abiding, able to last through differences in opinion. It shouldn't be dependent on that person acting in the way you want, because eventually, everyone you know will do something you do not agree with. If your esteem wavers just because they do, you will find yourself with a distinct lack of friends and allies.
Written By Aahana
Sept. 15, 2018, 1:17 a.m.(8/9/1009 AR)
Within my time in the compact, I have come to realize how much more I related with the Gods of the Pantheon than I do the Spirits. I feel a much stronger connection to the Gods, especially Gild and Limerance. And because this realization, I am officially renouncing Shamanism.
May the Gods watch over me and guide me along this wonderfully new journey.
May the Gods watch over me and guide me along this wonderfully new journey.
Written By Harper
Sept. 15, 2018, 12:41 a.m.(8/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Magpie loved the cuff, Josie! I do too! Thank you so much for making that for us. Now he's got something to remember me and Pie when we're not with him.
Also, for anyone else needing stuff made, you can't do any better than Josie. I mean Joscelin. She listens to what you say, then makes it up just right. I know I might be a little biased, since we're practically, almost family now, but it's all true!
Also, for anyone else needing stuff made, you can't do any better than Josie. I mean Joscelin. She listens to what you say, then makes it up just right. I know I might be a little biased, since we're practically, almost family now, but it's all true!
Written By Faye
Sept. 14, 2018, 10:14 p.m.(8/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Laric
All the talk here about siblings has made me wish I had some. Of course, there's Laric, who is near as a brother to me, since we were close growing up and he was also more or less raised by my father. Somehow the mischief we got up to in our younger days turned into more more death-defying adventures since then. But we're both still alive, and I'm grateful for that.
Written By Mydas
Sept. 14, 2018, 9:21 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Eleyna
For a time I thought I had two siblings. Then it turned out I did have two siblings, just not the two I called brother and sister for most of my life.
Then I lost one before I could ever truly know her.
Eleyna remains, and she's proven to be a startling source of support and love. I am not one to usually speak of such things in the whites, preferring my musings to remain private. Yet, it would be unfortunate if the affection and gratitude I feel were kept forever silent, unknown till my death would see her read my black journals.
So, there you go, Eleyna.
Then I lost one before I could ever truly know her.
Eleyna remains, and she's proven to be a startling source of support and love. I am not one to usually speak of such things in the whites, preferring my musings to remain private. Yet, it would be unfortunate if the affection and gratitude I feel were kept forever silent, unknown till my death would see her read my black journals.
So, there you go, Eleyna.
Written By Sebastian
Sept. 14, 2018, 8:57 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
I feel inspired.
I can only thank Jayus for this reprieve, since it's been so long since I've felt such. I think the hardest part about painting -- despite the many failures that get discarded -- is having to give up said works. I won't say it's like giving up a child, since I have no knowledge of what that must feel like, but I do know it's amongst the greatest struggles I face.
Those who are interested in my recent works will find them at the upcoming Inquisition Art Auction and Fundraiser.
I can only thank Jayus for this reprieve, since it's been so long since I've felt such. I think the hardest part about painting -- despite the many failures that get discarded -- is having to give up said works. I won't say it's like giving up a child, since I have no knowledge of what that must feel like, but I do know it's amongst the greatest struggles I face.
Those who are interested in my recent works will find them at the upcoming Inquisition Art Auction and Fundraiser.
Written By Leona
Sept. 14, 2018, 7:38 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
Siblings are both trial and treasure. At least mine are. They are problems when I want to keep them safe and they will insist upon making the dangerous choice instead, I am certain just to spite me. Of course, they would also perhaps say the same of me - and rightly so. Sometimes I think to myself, "What would annoy Jaenelle the most?" And then that's exactly what I do.
Well. Okay, not really. When it works out that way it's really just accidental, I swear.
I love my siblings. I would do nearly anything to protect them. And some days I hate them, the way only siblings can. But they are mine - mine to fight with, and to love, and to defend in turn. I may give Valerius grief, I may occasionally tweak Galen's moustache, I may make Jaenelle as crazy as only a twin can. But they're mine to do that to. Best you not try that yourself, or you'll find me knocking on your door.
Well. Okay, not really. When it works out that way it's really just accidental, I swear.
I love my siblings. I would do nearly anything to protect them. And some days I hate them, the way only siblings can. But they are mine - mine to fight with, and to love, and to defend in turn. I may give Valerius grief, I may occasionally tweak Galen's moustache, I may make Jaenelle as crazy as only a twin can. But they're mine to do that to. Best you not try that yourself, or you'll find me knocking on your door.
Written By Riagnon
Sept. 14, 2018, 3:51 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
Brothers and sisters? Mine are great. We're not close. Growing up, mother always used to say that children are impossible in any quantity greater than one. At least, in her letters.
Written By Rosalie
Sept. 14, 2018, 2:20 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Fredrik
It depends on the size of the grouping. In this case, since I'm determined to have no less than twelve, I believe it would be called an 'odyssey'. If it were a smaller group, then it falls to a 'venture'.
We will have an Odyssey of phoenixes, though we will start with a venture. And technically they'll be dracophoenixes. Twice the fire!
<3
We will have an Odyssey of phoenixes, though we will start with a venture. And technically they'll be dracophoenixes. Twice the fire!
<3
Written By Delilah
Sept. 14, 2018, 1:48 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
I am blessed with the worst siblings in the world.
They give me lovely little gifts that I do not deserve. And they commiserate with me to overturn the gentle composure of our cousin, like good scheming sisters should.
Next thing I know, one of them is going to give me a great, lovely bookshelf to encourage never getting any work done. I'm going to need to knock down a wall and take over my erstwhile other cousin's room as part of my own. I've run out of space.
And I still need my starry mural. O for a painter...
They give me lovely little gifts that I do not deserve. And they commiserate with me to overturn the gentle composure of our cousin, like good scheming sisters should.
Next thing I know, one of them is going to give me a great, lovely bookshelf to encourage never getting any work done. I'm going to need to knock down a wall and take over my erstwhile other cousin's room as part of my own. I've run out of space.
And I still need my starry mural. O for a painter...
Written By Coraline
Sept. 14, 2018, 1:35 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Fredrik
Oh I don't doubt they will! Don't worry, I will happily teach them to use weapons, armor, strategy, and tactics so they can have a good strong defensible location as well.
I kid I kid, Alexandre will do that first no doubt.
I adore children as well, and I think Rosa and Alex will make very beautiful ones.
I kid I kid, Alexandre will do that first no doubt.
I adore children as well, and I think Rosa and Alex will make very beautiful ones.
Written By Corban
Sept. 14, 2018, 1:26 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Brigida
The Faith, of course, takes oaths to both the gods and the Crown, and that is all I meant to refer to in my journal.
But you are right that the King's Own and the Faith are very different organizations, despite their similarities in that members of both swear to take no other competing obligations. I was far-less precise than I could be, and I thank you for the correction.
But you are right that the King's Own and the Faith are very different organizations, despite their similarities in that members of both swear to take no other competing obligations. I was far-less precise than I could be, and I thank you for the correction.
Written By Fredrik
Sept. 14, 2018, 12:50 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Coraline
They will produce a brood (is it called a brood) of little pheonixes that will probably burn my villa down at some point!
And I couldn't be happier about it, really, I adore children as a rule, and children of my favorite niece most of all.
And I couldn't be happier about it, really, I adore children as a rule, and children of my favorite niece most of all.
Written By Coraline
Sept. 14, 2018, 12:18 p.m.(8/8/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Rosalie
This I can believe the way you two look at each other I expect a whole army of little Tyde-dragons running all over the place. You do realize I reserve the right to fuss at you the entire time right? That is in the rules.
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