Written By Archeron
July 14, 2018, 9:39 a.m.(3/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Amari
I'm quite lucky to have been paired with someone whose humour and life is so complimentary to my own, but also sufficiently different that there never seems to be a boring moment. And helpfully I remain the better archer, so my fragile ego can remain unbruised.
Written By Preston
July 14, 2018, 9:35 a.m.(3/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Ailith
The Orthodoxy has certainty - and it manifests itself in two ways. One is the path I follow. The protection of what is important, fighting for what you know is right. That way is not as friendly, certainly not forgiving, and brings with it destruction. It is clearing the weeds so the garden might bloom. Yet. If all you ever do is destroy, there is nothing to grow. Nothing to bloom. And your destruction is for nothing.
The other path it opens is one of wisdom drawn from those traditions that are held dear, and the comfort - the sense of belonging those traditions provide. The instant bonds it can create. Such a path finds no greater champion than Seraph Ailith. She nurtures and helps people grow. She plants the seeds of the world that will be. She has perhaps the more pleasant of the two paths, but also the harder one. It is easy to destroy - yes, a fight might be hard, but there are only two paths. Live. Die. To create? To nurture? To improve? That is a harder task. And one she does with skill and compassion.
The other path it opens is one of wisdom drawn from those traditions that are held dear, and the comfort - the sense of belonging those traditions provide. The instant bonds it can create. Such a path finds no greater champion than Seraph Ailith. She nurtures and helps people grow. She plants the seeds of the world that will be. She has perhaps the more pleasant of the two paths, but also the harder one. It is easy to destroy - yes, a fight might be hard, but there are only two paths. Live. Die. To create? To nurture? To improve? That is a harder task. And one she does with skill and compassion.
Written By Cullen
July 14, 2018, 9:34 a.m.(3/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Norwood
Baron Norwood. That's going to take awhile to get used to, I'm sure I'll botch it more than once and still refer to him as Sir Norwood. However, I have a feeling he'll understand. I highly doubt Duskshire could have been graced with a more just ruler with such a strong sense of honor, and his long years of dutiful and valorous service have made him exactly the sort of person deserving of elevation. I wish Baron Norwood the best, and shall endeavor to assist him in any way he shall require.
Written By Cullen
July 14, 2018, 9:27 a.m.(3/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Ailith
Seraph Ailith is simply one of the most intelligent, wise, compassionate, and empathetic people I have the honor of having gotten to know recently, and I thank the Gods for her. Several times now have I spoken to her for counsel, and never come away feeling anything other than how to proceed with more clarity. She does her office and the Faith a great deal of credit.
Written By Alexis
July 14, 2018, 5:36 a.m.(3/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Harlex
#3
I met goodman Harlex Valtyr in that new coffee place, Bold Espressions. We talked, we made introductions to other friends, and given his background as a mercenary of the Crimson Blades with several campaigns under his belt, I put to him the question: What does being a soldier mean to you?
His answer was fairly succinct:
"A soldier fights and kills, they turn the wheel of history. They can do it for any reason or no reason at all. But being a mercenary is the purest form of a soldier. Master to themselves and beholden only to coin, their comrades in arms, and their own beliefs."
As with the previous answers given to me, I've felt the need to turn it over in my head and think carefully about it. There's depth to it, and this pleases me.
I met goodman Harlex Valtyr in that new coffee place, Bold Espressions. We talked, we made introductions to other friends, and given his background as a mercenary of the Crimson Blades with several campaigns under his belt, I put to him the question: What does being a soldier mean to you?
His answer was fairly succinct:
"A soldier fights and kills, they turn the wheel of history. They can do it for any reason or no reason at all. But being a mercenary is the purest form of a soldier. Master to themselves and beholden only to coin, their comrades in arms, and their own beliefs."
As with the previous answers given to me, I've felt the need to turn it over in my head and think carefully about it. There's depth to it, and this pleases me.
Written By Ainsley
July 14, 2018, 5:06 a.m.(3/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Tikva
Our boy will be a year old in less than a month's time. I held him this evening while he slept peacefully. He looked so sweet. He can be a terror when he is awake, for he is louder than even our beloved Tiber. I broke up an "argument" between the two of them the other night while you were out taking care of one duty or another-- It went something like this:
Tiber: Ash!
Asharion: Ty'errr! (He tries but he can't quite say Tiber's name yet.)
Tiber: ASH!
Asharion: AAUUURRR!!
Tiber: ROOARR!
Asharion: AAAAHHH!!!!
TIber: ROOARRR!
I was worried they'd do that for the rest of the night... So I distracted Asharion with that smiling potato (who gave that to you?) and Tiber with dinner.
It's hard to believe it has been a year. This amazing, loud boy we made was born almost a year ago. It seems to have passed in the blink of an eye. Will it be like this for his entire life? Will I look back one day and he will be a full grown man? No longer tucked up against my chest, sucking on his thumb (I know I'm supposed to stop him from doing that but it's too precious), sleeping quietly after screaming his head off for an hour?
I am torn-- I don't want him to change from this precious child he is, but at the same time ... I cannot wait to see the man that was raise together.
Will he take to the sword? To archery? To neither? Will he sing like his mother? Will he have my *terrible* sense of humor? What will he take from us and what will he forge new?
Here's to our first here with him, and to many more to come.
Tiber: Ash!
Asharion: Ty'errr! (He tries but he can't quite say Tiber's name yet.)
Tiber: ASH!
Asharion: AAUUURRR!!
Tiber: ROOARR!
Asharion: AAAAHHH!!!!
TIber: ROOARRR!
I was worried they'd do that for the rest of the night... So I distracted Asharion with that smiling potato (who gave that to you?) and Tiber with dinner.
It's hard to believe it has been a year. This amazing, loud boy we made was born almost a year ago. It seems to have passed in the blink of an eye. Will it be like this for his entire life? Will I look back one day and he will be a full grown man? No longer tucked up against my chest, sucking on his thumb (I know I'm supposed to stop him from doing that but it's too precious), sleeping quietly after screaming his head off for an hour?
I am torn-- I don't want him to change from this precious child he is, but at the same time ... I cannot wait to see the man that was raise together.
Will he take to the sword? To archery? To neither? Will he sing like his mother? Will he have my *terrible* sense of humor? What will he take from us and what will he forge new?
Here's to our first here with him, and to many more to come.
Written By Rhys
July 14, 2018, 12:54 a.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Mirari
Had the opportunity to meet the Mirari the Sword, or the talons, or what have you. Despite being confused as to how and why someone would choose Arx over Setarco -- I hear it is wonderful this time of year -- it was a fun time all around and a good opportunity to blow windbags at another to pass the time. Keep clear of those talons, though.
Written By Silas
July 13, 2018, 11:49 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
The son is now four months old. There is less bodily fluids being emitted, but now everything he touches seems to go straight into his mouth. Sometimes he will hit himself in the face with the toy and cry, giving you a look as if to ask, "Why did you do that, dad?"
I hope the potato plushie I have returned has had a thorough cleaning.
I hope the potato plushie I have returned has had a thorough cleaning.
Written By Karadoc
July 13, 2018, 11:48 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Silvio
You would place unrealistic expectations on a (barely) overworked Voice, wouldn't you?
Written By Silvio
July 13, 2018, 9:56 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Karadoc
Design my outfit for the Gala. I demand it.
Written By Eilonwy
July 13, 2018, 8:50 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
I got to watch some sparing last night that has given me rise to consider improving my own physical ability. Or at the least I should be glad that my friends are so wonderfully tough! What a lovely evening. It is nice to go to bed with a smile on my face.
Written By Reigna
July 13, 2018, 7:49 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Margret
I would be glad to lend my skills to your task. The purpose of the Commons Clinic (Say it again! Say it again!) has been to ensure all citizens of Arx have access to the same level of medical care as any other. Princess Katarina and I have been plotting an event the proceeds of which are geared towards a donation of food and necessities for those who live in the Lowers. I will happily funnel the proceeds of that event into this call to arms, Lady Margret. My priority has always been, to ensure our populace is as healthy as can be.
Written By Margret
July 13, 2018, 7:10 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
As Administrator of the Commons Clinic I often see cases of illness brought on by poor health in the Lowers. This is not the fault of those who fall sick, but rather lack to proper education, lack of proper housing, and while the Soup Kitchen does an admirable job keeping people from starving malnutrition is still an issue.
I don't know what I can do in regards to the second issues on my list, but when it comes to proper education regarding wellness I can do something. I will be formulating a plan over the next couple of days to improve health in the Lowers as best as I can. I do not write this to brag or try to make myself look good. Instead, it is a call to action. If you are likewise inclined to see change or you have an idea that you think will help I will take whatever help I can get.
I don't know what I can do in regards to the second issues on my list, but when it comes to proper education regarding wellness I can do something. I will be formulating a plan over the next couple of days to improve health in the Lowers as best as I can. I do not write this to brag or try to make myself look good. Instead, it is a call to action. If you are likewise inclined to see change or you have an idea that you think will help I will take whatever help I can get.
Written By Tristan
July 13, 2018, 6:54 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
I've decided to take responsibility. I just haven't had Patches out in public much of late and it's possible that social harmony depends far more on the presence of one small, three-legged dog than I thought.
We should have a 'pet a dog, calm down' day, but only if I'm allowed to drink and make sarcastic commentary at the sidelines.
We should have a 'pet a dog, calm down' day, but only if I'm allowed to drink and make sarcastic commentary at the sidelines.
Written By Thorley
July 13, 2018, 6:50 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
I have enjoyed coffee for most of my life and found no addiction towards it. Alcohol is far more dangerous, from what I learned.
Though my only addiction is you.
However, an addiction makes it sound as though you would be bad for me, when the opposite is true. You soothe me when I'm worried. You're there when I need a kick in the ass. You are all I could ever hope and ask for.
Thank you.
Though my only addiction is you.
However, an addiction makes it sound as though you would be bad for me, when the opposite is true. You soothe me when I'm worried. You're there when I need a kick in the ass. You are all I could ever hope and ask for.
Thank you.
Written By Thorley
July 13, 2018, 6:33 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Violet
You've been working on your cadences, I see!
Though knowing you, I still find this rather tame. But I will not fault you that.
I may still learn to make your favorite dish. After all, someone said that is the way to woo a woman properly.
Though knowing you, I still find this rather tame. But I will not fault you that.
I may still learn to make your favorite dish. After all, someone said that is the way to woo a woman properly.
Written By Orazio
July 13, 2018, 6:24 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Tikva
If her highness, Princess Tikva, reads my humble journal, she should know that this entry pertains to her own entry of earlier on the same day:
Be not worried, your highness. Experience has taught me that if a person truly, deeply wishes to make a godsdamned fool out of themselves, then there are few mortal powers which can stop them, and certainly not the guidance and support - however earnest and fervent - of those who are more sensible than themselves. Advisers bear no blame when one chooses to ignore good advice and instead plow ahead into the sparkling waters of a sea of poor decisions.
While I do wait with interest for Grayson's next official response, and hope that it shows a great deal more of the qualities I associate with the Crown, I do sympathize with those Graysons who had no part in making this situation, and have done their best to resolve it with grace and dignity.
Be not worried, your highness. Experience has taught me that if a person truly, deeply wishes to make a godsdamned fool out of themselves, then there are few mortal powers which can stop them, and certainly not the guidance and support - however earnest and fervent - of those who are more sensible than themselves. Advisers bear no blame when one chooses to ignore good advice and instead plow ahead into the sparkling waters of a sea of poor decisions.
While I do wait with interest for Grayson's next official response, and hope that it shows a great deal more of the qualities I associate with the Crown, I do sympathize with those Graysons who had no part in making this situation, and have done their best to resolve it with grace and dignity.
Written By Violet
July 13, 2018, 6:22 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Thorley
A bet is a bet.
There once was a girl from near Whitehold
Who grew up to become ever so bold
Then along came a man
She quickly became a fan
He wooed her with gifts and with words
The likes of which she had never heard
Next thing you know their neighbors are in woe
For they certainly never get any sleep
There once was a girl from near Whitehold
Who grew up to become ever so bold
Then along came a man
She quickly became a fan
He wooed her with gifts and with words
The likes of which she had never heard
Next thing you know their neighbors are in woe
For they certainly never get any sleep
Written By Tikva
July 13, 2018, 6:04 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
Each day, I pray to Limerance in thanks for the grace he has given us and in hope that I will have the fortitude to be what duty asks of me. There are days I have the arrogance to believe that I succeed. Then there are the other days.
The duty a liege owes to a vassal, that I owe to our vassals, is to protect and defend you. Being raised in privilege and surrounded by wealth does not except us from this duty but expand upon it. There is none greater than Grayson, and so no greater duty than ours to act accordingly.
I can only say that I will try to do better. Each day, in each way that I can, for my sons, for my husband, for my family, for my House, for the Compact.
The duty a liege owes to a vassal, that I owe to our vassals, is to protect and defend you. Being raised in privilege and surrounded by wealth does not except us from this duty but expand upon it. There is none greater than Grayson, and so no greater duty than ours to act accordingly.
I can only say that I will try to do better. Each day, in each way that I can, for my sons, for my husband, for my family, for my House, for the Compact.
Written By Violet
July 13, 2018, 6 p.m.(3/9/1009 AR)
It has been so busy I have not had the chance to write a Journal for a little while. I find my days filled with drills, recruits, training, paperwork, and meetings. It is good to be so busy, but it is also exhausting. I suppose that it is a good thing that my husband is the sword of coffee, as I like to joke. Though I am seriously thankful to Farshaw's coffee. It has certainly helped me with some of my late nights. And the Crimson Blades too. I may have to look into setting aside silver to make sure there is enough stock to always ensure coffee in the morning at Headquarters and Chapter Houses. Is it addictive I wonder?
Recruitment for the Blades continues and I am so pleased. We have enough things going on I've had to hire additional support staff. This has included Mistress Melody, on a temporary basis. I look forward for her assistance in our public relations and working where diplomacy is needed. It is a very exciting time. A very stressful one too, in some ways, but the good outweighs the bad. And that is how it should be I think. The Blades grow. My family grows. My friends grow. Yes there are dangers, but our strength together I know we can face it.
Recruitment for the Blades continues and I am so pleased. We have enough things going on I've had to hire additional support staff. This has included Mistress Melody, on a temporary basis. I look forward for her assistance in our public relations and working where diplomacy is needed. It is a very exciting time. A very stressful one too, in some ways, but the good outweighs the bad. And that is how it should be I think. The Blades grow. My family grows. My friends grow. Yes there are dangers, but our strength together I know we can face it.
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