Written By Alrec
Nov. 22, 2018, 9:17 a.m.(1/15/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Here here
Written By Joscelin
Oct. 26, 2018, 8:33 p.m.(11/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Oliver would want that middle-finger covered in little cheap glass gems of varying garish colors.
Written By Thena
Oct. 26, 2018, 11:18 a.m.(11/17/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
I have dearly hoped from the start that Oliver's murderer would take the Solace donation as the giant middle finger it is intended to be, but I know you are the best person in Arx to make it even gianter of a middle finger.
Written By Aureth
Oct. 25, 2018, 10:02 p.m.(11/16/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
You know I'm here for this.
Written By Gerard
Oct. 13, 2018, 9:47 p.m.(10/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
except they aren't waving away responsibility, despite having absolutely no obligation to hand over their House Weapon, as pretty much literally /everyone/ in this situation agrees. They have agreed they have responsibility, have attempted to work it out with the offended party, have engaged a neutral third party in attempts to mediate the situation, and now engaged with the faith to mediate. They have, for all intents and purposes, made every effort to honor the harm done to the people involved, it seems.
You made one of the most solemn vows it is possible to make, and then broke it. Whether the Faith has decided it has been sufficiently suffered for or not, I can hold my opinion, just as you can, that's the beauty of the Whites. just as your choice of coarse language does not make your arguments any more comprehensive. However, I have made my opinions known, and have decided it is probably best for all concerned if I go back to my training and leave such things to those with the stomach for them.
You made one of the most solemn vows it is possible to make, and then broke it. Whether the Faith has decided it has been sufficiently suffered for or not, I can hold my opinion, just as you can, that's the beauty of the Whites. just as your choice of coarse language does not make your arguments any more comprehensive. However, I have made my opinions known, and have decided it is probably best for all concerned if I go back to my training and leave such things to those with the stomach for them.
Written By Arik
Oct. 13, 2018, 9:38 p.m.(10/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Traditions define our society.
Use champions to settle duels, it's a tradition.
Use Whispers or the Faith to mediate disputes, it's a tradition.
Marriages are meant to be practical not love matches for the Peerage, it's a tradition.
Hierloom weapons belong to the House, not the Sword that carries it, it's a tradition.
Holdings belong to the House, not the Head of House at the time, it's a tradition.
If some head of house tried to abdicate their families claim to a holding, their family would have every right to ignore that and assert their rights. That is exactly what has happened here. Someone has done something they could not do and the family is asserting their rights over Vowkeeper.
Use champions to settle duels, it's a tradition.
Use Whispers or the Faith to mediate disputes, it's a tradition.
Marriages are meant to be practical not love matches for the Peerage, it's a tradition.
Hierloom weapons belong to the House, not the Sword that carries it, it's a tradition.
Holdings belong to the House, not the Head of House at the time, it's a tradition.
If some head of house tried to abdicate their families claim to a holding, their family would have every right to ignore that and assert their rights. That is exactly what has happened here. Someone has done something they could not do and the family is asserting their rights over Vowkeeper.
Written By Gerard
Oct. 13, 2018, 9:23 p.m.(10/10/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
glass houses and stones.
Written By Jasher
Sept. 25, 2018, 11:53 p.m.(9/3/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Saved by the grace of a puppy. You win this round, Aleksei Morgan.
Written By Reigna
Sept. 25, 2018, 3:34 p.m.(9/2/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
So, true story, I was at home, penning in exquisite detail the things a woman's body goes through during pregnancy and birth. I was laughing to myself thinking that Aleksei, should he read it would be horrified and Prince Jasher would be amused. I had just finished said masterpiece when the sound of shrieking children and barking dogs startled me, so I looked over to see what was transpiring, and my eldest Kata, who has developed an unhealthy fixation on fire, had succeeded in setting Aeryn's favorite plushie on fire and was running around with it, while the hounds were barking to summon attention. I jumped up to deal with the situation with the aid of several nurses (Who were given stern a stern talking to about watching Kata around the hearth) and managed to get the plushie into a cauldron of water. I then had to deal with an inconsolable Aeryn who wanted his stuffie back and who I had to explain the consequences that come from breaking Kata's favorite puzzle box. After the pair of them made up, I returned to my desk, sat down to review my writing, only to find that somehow in the chaos, one of the puppies jumped up onto my chair and decided that my parchment smelled just enough like sheep still to chew on it. It would have been salvageable, had his tail not knocked over the inkwell as he turned to jump down from the chair.
So... you're welcome Aleksei?
So... you're welcome Aleksei?
Written By Reigna
Sept. 25, 2018, 12:19 p.m.(9/2/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Oh, my friend. I could give you a few examples should you like me to. You probably do not.
It is still worth it.
It is still worth it.
Written By Tikva
Sept. 23, 2018, 9:47 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
As a partner and event host, I cannot speak highly enough of Inquisitor Aleksei. I rather think that we pulled it off smashingly. I'm sure our comedy act can go on tour any day now, as soon as we both retire from about ten thousand other jobs that we routinely do.
Written By Khanne
Sept. 23, 2018, 4:11 p.m.(8/26/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Me.
It was me.
Though, not to bruise your ego.... but... it was because of the hand that drew it more than the subject.
Not that the subject matter is hard to look at at all.... The subject is rather pleasing, of course.
I promise no darts will be thrown at it.
Well, probably. Free choice and all.... I can promise that most likely I will not throw darts at it.
Probably.
It was me.
Though, not to bruise your ego.... but... it was because of the hand that drew it more than the subject.
Not that the subject matter is hard to look at at all.... The subject is rather pleasing, of course.
I promise no darts will be thrown at it.
Well, probably. Free choice and all.... I can promise that most likely I will not throw darts at it.
Probably.
Written By Thena
Sept. 11, 2018, 12:23 p.m.(7/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Ugh, fine, just you then.
Written By Thena
Sept. 11, 2018, 11:52 a.m.(7/27/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
I miss you Aleksei, you big old hero you. Come visit and bring the kid.
Written By Saoirse
Aug. 27, 2018, 5:44 p.m.(6/22/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Precisely.
Amusingly, we see evidence of that in the very argument here!
Amusingly, we see evidence of that in the very argument here!
Written By Lou
Aug. 27, 2018, 3:58 p.m.(6/22/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
I don't recall a time where I've ever flung self-importance in front of anyone when I went adventuring with people, scouting, or otherwise. In fact, I quite often defer to people who have more expertise than I do, and readily cede leadership if someone is better at something than I am. There's no place for that when out exploring, it gets you killed.
Though, I am not above embellishing stories of my travels, if I think it makes for a better telling of the adventure.
Though, I am not above embellishing stories of my travels, if I think it makes for a better telling of the adventure.
Written By Reigna
Aug. 27, 2018, 2:43 p.m.(6/22/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Hey now! Oathlanders adventure fantastically! There are just certain rules and procedures that must be adhered to. For instance:
1. One must always be prepared.
a. To be properly prepared, one must always pack the following:
i. Armor
ii. Weapons (At least two, you never know if the first might fail you, oh and a backup dagger. And hairpins! Those are a must.)
iii. Armor polish (Just because one is roughing it, does not mean one should not look their best.)
iv. Whet stone (A dull blade makes for healthy enemies)
v. A tent
vi. A pillow and blankets. (Good rest is key to facing challenges)
vii. A rope (Useful in all sorts of situations)
viii. A valet (To cook your meals, to polish your armor and to sharpen your blades and patch up injuries)
ix. Parchment and Quill (For when inspiration strikes to compose sonnet or ballad and to perform oblations to Vellichor)
x. Snacks. (A grumbly tummy may turn the tide of battle)
2. Do your devotions to the gods
3. Plan, plan, plan!
a. Research
b. Research some more!
c. Come up with a strategy
d. Come up with a backup strategy for when the first inevitably dissolves into chaos
e. Remember, you are doing this for honor! For the gods! For the love of your family! For the OATHLANDS!
4. Clear it with your liege
5. ADVENTURE SUCCESS!
1. One must always be prepared.
a. To be properly prepared, one must always pack the following:
i. Armor
ii. Weapons (At least two, you never know if the first might fail you, oh and a backup dagger. And hairpins! Those are a must.)
iii. Armor polish (Just because one is roughing it, does not mean one should not look their best.)
iv. Whet stone (A dull blade makes for healthy enemies)
v. A tent
vi. A pillow and blankets. (Good rest is key to facing challenges)
vii. A rope (Useful in all sorts of situations)
viii. A valet (To cook your meals, to polish your armor and to sharpen your blades and patch up injuries)
ix. Parchment and Quill (For when inspiration strikes to compose sonnet or ballad and to perform oblations to Vellichor)
x. Snacks. (A grumbly tummy may turn the tide of battle)
2. Do your devotions to the gods
3. Plan, plan, plan!
a. Research
b. Research some more!
c. Come up with a strategy
d. Come up with a backup strategy for when the first inevitably dissolves into chaos
e. Remember, you are doing this for honor! For the gods! For the love of your family! For the OATHLANDS!
4. Clear it with your liege
5. ADVENTURE SUCCESS!
Written By Luca
Aug. 19, 2018, 6:19 p.m.(6/5/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
I would hope I'm going to live for longer than fifteen more years. Still, you flatter me. Never stop.
Written By Joscelin
Aug. 9, 2018, 7:32 p.m.(5/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
Powdered gold from head to toe. Maybe an artfully splashed bit of morning sunshine. And dewdrops. Everywhere.
I need to commission Fort for a painting.
I need to commission Fort for a painting.
Written By Joscelin
Aug. 9, 2018, 7:29 p.m.(5/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
I'm sure the man rolls out of bed and shakes off stardust and runs a hand through his hair and he's perfection.
Don't crush my dreams.
Don't crush my dreams.
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