Written By Silas
Sept. 9, 2018, 10:30 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
My cousins are wonderful party planners and hostesses, and I had the best time I've had in a long while.
Thank you, everyone. And happy belated birthday, too, Kenna.
Thank you, everyone. And happy belated birthday, too, Kenna.
Written By Eddard
Sept. 9, 2018, 10:28 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
My uncle, the Baron Norwood Clement, has wed Baroness-Consort Margerie Keaton. One of the finest events of my life and I am so grateful to have been allowed to be there. To see it. To be welcomed into this new and forming family. Thank you uncle.
And I somehow avoided Lady Monique Greenmarch murdering me by the strength of her glare.
And I somehow avoided Lady Monique Greenmarch murdering me by the strength of her glare.
Written By Kenna
Sept. 9, 2018, 10:23 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
I don't think that I have ever had so much laughter in an evening than I did tonight on Silas's ship with my family around me. The jokes, puns, poor (and in Evonleigh's case AMAZING) acting.. heavens. It was everything I could have wanted, and perfect among the seriousness of the trouble at the Lodge.
I have the best family in the world, and Whitehawk the best allies. My especial thanks to Harper Ashford, Prince Alistair Grayson, Count Thesarin Rivan, Sparte Fatchforth for coming and sharing this with us.
Also.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SILAS. Please use that robe as it was intended. (I wasn't joking. I hope Aiden's jaw drops!)
I have the best family in the world, and Whitehawk the best allies. My especial thanks to Harper Ashford, Prince Alistair Grayson, Count Thesarin Rivan, Sparte Fatchforth for coming and sharing this with us.
Also.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SILAS. Please use that robe as it was intended. (I wasn't joking. I hope Aiden's jaw drops!)
Written By Talen
Sept. 9, 2018, 10:14 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Luca
Since my duties to the House have changed somewhat in recent years, I cannot be blamed for the mysterious disappearance of birds, I'll have you know.
Your duties as a brother, however... well, those are constant. Good luck, Luca.
Your duties as a brother, however... well, those are constant. Good luck, Luca.
Written By Amanda
Sept. 9, 2018, 10:12 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
I've taken on several new students. I say "students", though these are hardly school children. Duchesses and Counts and Lords and Ladies of all manner. It is quite a delight, and I remain pleased with my choice to be here, in Arx, as a Whisper. All the while I continue to work for His Majesty - planning for the Tournament of Roses continues, albeit slowly. I am hoping to announce more in the coming weeks.
As a reminder to any that may read this, I am serving as Royal Events Coordinator. If anyone has any ideas for events they wish the Crown to sponsor, please contact me.
As a reminder to any that may read this, I am serving as Royal Events Coordinator. If anyone has any ideas for events they wish the Crown to sponsor, please contact me.
Written By Prisila
Sept. 9, 2018, 9:33 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Duarte
It's a sure sign of a restless, albeit brilliant mind. Perhaps you're inspired to tell a story?
Written By Duarte
Sept. 9, 2018, 9:26 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
I felt like writing today. I don't know why. I just did.
Written By Josephine
Sept. 9, 2018, 9:15 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
That, was far more painful a thing that I have experienced and while I am not desirous of doing so again, were there children involved I would. I am assured that I shall walk, that so long as I remain off of it, it will heal well enough but that I shall require a cane should I walk greater distance than across the floor of my house or shop.
TO which, I am indulging in my senses and working on a cane. Demetria even went out to secure some Alaricite for me for the core of it and I have been busy at my bench with my feet up and working at the filigree tube that will surround it. Gems, so many. It concerns me that it might not quite sound harmonious, but we shall see. I have been very careful in where things sit.
Till then, from my chair and couch I sit and think of the lovely things that I will make when I can stand properly at my forge without the assistance of my children.
TO which, I am indulging in my senses and working on a cane. Demetria even went out to secure some Alaricite for me for the core of it and I have been busy at my bench with my feet up and working at the filigree tube that will surround it. Gems, so many. It concerns me that it might not quite sound harmonious, but we shall see. I have been very careful in where things sit.
Till then, from my chair and couch I sit and think of the lovely things that I will make when I can stand properly at my forge without the assistance of my children.
Written By Saoirse
Sept. 9, 2018, 9:07 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
I hear a certain bird murdering cousin is in town; I hope she's been warned about all the avian messengers.
Written By Yasmine
Sept. 9, 2018, 9:03 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
Learning new skills does not usually come to me as easily as it does to some. I get bored reading books and hearing lectures, even in the entertaining way that Rook can manage to do so, makes me want to claw my own eyes out. Yet, learning how to haggle has been delightfully fun. Joining Rook at the market, talking with the buyers and sellers there... it's really been enjoyable. Of course, I usually end up spending more money than I manage to make, but I can't help it if seeing all that silk and all those gems gives me a thousand ideas for pretty things to wear!
Written By Eleyna
Sept. 9, 2018, 9 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Ilinca
From our first meeting in Iasu, when I was trying to convince her family as to the virtues of once again joining the Compact, I've quite liked Ilinca. She seems refreshingly forthright, yet not in a way that seems to be judging those around her for not being so. It's a very Lycene way of being an honest person without being an asshole about it.
Written By Eleyna
Sept. 9, 2018, 8:57 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
Now that I no longer feel dizzy every time I stand up, it seems life is slightly more bearable and I can get back to work. There is always more work to get back to, whether it is in the office, in the lab, or elsewhere in the city. Sometimes, I think my hands are permanently curved into shape around a quill.
Written By Nuala
Sept. 9, 2018, 8:37 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
The more I hear about this clock tower, the more I want to know about its history.
Who conceived of its design and decided to put it in Arx?
Why do we have a clock tower?
How did they get enough platinum?
Why does no one remember the tower's construction?
If you do, message me the story!
Who conceived of its design and decided to put it in Arx?
Why do we have a clock tower?
How did they get enough platinum?
Why does no one remember the tower's construction?
If you do, message me the story!
Written By Caspian
Sept. 9, 2018, 8:18 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
So I have an idea to raise donations for The Liberators. I don't want to reveal what it is just yet, but know that it will be a type of contest that many will be able to participate in!
Written By Luca
Sept. 9, 2018, 8:17 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
On a whim, I picked up a copy of The Seven Maneuvers by Dame Paloma Thornburn, that I found in a shop today.
Do not be fooled as I was, people. This is not smut.
Still, useful information.
Do not be fooled as I was, people. This is not smut.
Still, useful information.
Written By Esoka
Sept. 9, 2018, 8:09 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
I met Harper and Magpie's adopted boy, Pie, today. He seems a fine lad. Sturdy and sweet and interested in books, which usually suggests a mind that works. They've asked me to be his godmother, a great honor, and I've decided to accept. He's not old enough to start on hitting things, really, but there are other important lessons I can teach him. I think we'll start with fishing.
Written By Luca
Sept. 9, 2018, 7:18 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Ophelia
My sister Ophelia has come back to Arx, and though it is summer now, it felt a bit like spring again to hug her. Perhaps she means to stay, this time.
If you see her around, stop and talk with her. Just leave your songbirds at home, if you should have them.
If you see her around, stop and talk with her. Just leave your songbirds at home, if you should have them.
Written By Thorley
Sept. 9, 2018, 6:49 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
As I laid next to my wife,
sound asleep, the child in her stirred.
I found myself reflective of life,
and the family I have sirred.
Ronja was the first,
the pride of my sea.
her presumed loss was the worst,
I lost her and to the bottle I had to flee.
The years went by,
I assumed myself alone.
Violet stole me with love in her eye,
and once again my heart was gone.
Tala was second,
an unexpected delight.
Her smile haunts and beckoned,
her survival of Tragedy only brightened her light.
The third rests in Violet,
yet to be introduced.
Boy or girl, we are not set,
but either way our love is not reduced.
I feel you stir in your mother now,
the rise of you, that Northland pride.
With you there is already two in tow,
already now, I dream of giving you piggyback ride.
You will be our third,
but Gods willing, not our last.
Your smile I have yet to learned,
your first breath has yet to pass.
But I already know I love you,
and with you and Violet,
our future is cast.
sound asleep, the child in her stirred.
I found myself reflective of life,
and the family I have sirred.
Ronja was the first,
the pride of my sea.
her presumed loss was the worst,
I lost her and to the bottle I had to flee.
The years went by,
I assumed myself alone.
Violet stole me with love in her eye,
and once again my heart was gone.
Tala was second,
an unexpected delight.
Her smile haunts and beckoned,
her survival of Tragedy only brightened her light.
The third rests in Violet,
yet to be introduced.
Boy or girl, we are not set,
but either way our love is not reduced.
I feel you stir in your mother now,
the rise of you, that Northland pride.
With you there is already two in tow,
already now, I dream of giving you piggyback ride.
You will be our third,
but Gods willing, not our last.
Your smile I have yet to learned,
your first breath has yet to pass.
But I already know I love you,
and with you and Violet,
our future is cast.
Written By Alexis
Sept. 9, 2018, 6:04 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
With everything going on, I should probably consider a will. I'll have to write something more formal, later. But I know that I want the Dragon's Daughter and whatever pieces of my paragon's armour survives to be part of the Gold Order's legacy.
Hannah will hopefully agree to look after Sir Betenoir. He seems to like her. As much as he likes anyone.
I have a myriad of fine dresses gifted to me over time. I should probably dole out those, too.
I don't know if Alexander has any interest in keeping the Hearth, but if he doesn't, I'm sure the guild could see to it being handed to an aspiring smith in need.
There's more. One collects a lot of knick-knacks, over time. I just need to get the time to sit down and sort through it all.
Hannah will hopefully agree to look after Sir Betenoir. He seems to like her. As much as he likes anyone.
I have a myriad of fine dresses gifted to me over time. I should probably dole out those, too.
I don't know if Alexander has any interest in keeping the Hearth, but if he doesn't, I'm sure the guild could see to it being handed to an aspiring smith in need.
There's more. One collects a lot of knick-knacks, over time. I just need to get the time to sit down and sort through it all.
Written By Dycard
Sept. 9, 2018, 5:04 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)
Why do they call it a cold in the middle of summer, Scholar? I've not been cold for weeks, and yet here I am.
Normal service - and servicing - will be resumed shortly, I hope. Once I finish sneezing all over the place.
Normal service - and servicing - will be resumed shortly, I hope. Once I finish sneezing all over the place.
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