Written By Mailys
March 26, 2017, 11:04 p.m.(2/28/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
Arche Duke Niccolo is an interesting man. I will have to figure out how to address him, I switch between calling him 'Your grace' and 'Archduke'. Perhaps I'll go with 'your Archdukehood'. Hey, that seems a good title. Yup. I think I'll see if I can get away with that. It's a fun name.
Written By Darren
Feb. 26, 2017, 10:59 p.m.(1/1/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
Though I did not expect this to be the way our families united, I am nevertheless pleased with how things turned out. I will be happy to call you brother, as I already call you friend.
Written By Rymarr
Feb. 20, 2017, 4:45 p.m.(12/16/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
Throughout the duration that I've known the man he has proven himself to be prudent and attentive to the undercurrents of life. While neither of us would likely call the other a friend, purely due to the lack of frequent encounters, we seem to possess a basic respect and understanding of one another. I do believe he will lead his people well and they will thrive as a result.
Sometimes people take my advice and sometimes that makes them sane.
Sometimes people take my advice and sometimes that makes them sane.
Written By Lark
Feb. 20, 2017, 12:17 p.m.(12/16/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
The man is the embodiment of intelligent nobility. He has tirelessly expressed extreme grace and humility while navigating powerful losses to his person, his House, his fealty... unerring dignity whilst having his character brought into question time and time again... and in having received what can only be viewed from the outside as a partial justice if that. I can see why a lesser woman, already made vulnerable through her deficiency of personal virtues as a result of a lifetime of extreme privilege, could become hopelessly enamored and infatuated. I have only compassion for such a creature where were I him, I might well be within my rights to not.
Written By Isolde
Feb. 16, 2017, 10:37 a.m.(12/8/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
My father.
Few men have endured as much. Few men have lost as much. No man has come through with the strength, grace, and stability like my father.
I can never be my father. But I am lucky to have him. We are lucky to have him.
I've never been the best daughter, not by far. He'd claim he was never the best father, but he'd be humbly lying to himself. Esera was always meant to lead. My destiny lay elsewhere, and when I donned the mask, it became clear to me. But my father has been unwavering in his devotion to me, my siblings, to the Lyceum, to Velenosa. I could not ask for anyone better.
No one will support my father more than me, believe in him more than me. I dare anyone to try, but I will be the best daughter I can be. I definitely have a head start.
May all the gods of the pantheon bless him, my father, Archduke Niccolo Velenosa.
Few men have endured as much. Few men have lost as much. No man has come through with the strength, grace, and stability like my father.
I can never be my father. But I am lucky to have him. We are lucky to have him.
I've never been the best daughter, not by far. He'd claim he was never the best father, but he'd be humbly lying to himself. Esera was always meant to lead. My destiny lay elsewhere, and when I donned the mask, it became clear to me. But my father has been unwavering in his devotion to me, my siblings, to the Lyceum, to Velenosa. I could not ask for anyone better.
No one will support my father more than me, believe in him more than me. I dare anyone to try, but I will be the best daughter I can be. I definitely have a head start.
May all the gods of the pantheon bless him, my father, Archduke Niccolo Velenosa.
Written By Deva
Feb. 5, 2017, 3:25 p.m.(11/10/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
No father should ever have to mourn their daughter, and all that could have been. It would be easiest to crumble in the face of so much loss. And then there are those who know they must pick up the pieces. The Sentinel sees all, and I pray for justice for the Velenosa family. We shall keep her memory alive.
Written By Calandra
Jan. 17, 2017, 3:22 p.m.(9/9/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
The Duke is my sister's patron. He seems like an intelligent and composed man. His family appear to be quite loyal to him. I think he is beloved among them. There must be something special about him, if Acacia would choose him for a patron.
Written By Calista
Jan. 8, 2017, 11:29 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
My future in-law? Well isn't this a curious turn of events.
Written By Talen
Jan. 8, 2017, 7:45 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
I suppose that's one way to do it. I prefer when they just disappear. It always felt so much more mysterious and foreboding that way.
I suppose I'll take the princesses to the beach, since it's summer, rather than the gardens.
I suppose I'll take the princesses to the beach, since it's summer, rather than the gardens.
Written By Eirene
Jan. 6, 2017, 11:42 a.m.(8/4/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
While the city-states of the Lyceum may argue and bicker amongst ourselves from time to time about who is in 'charge', it's reassuring to know we have a leader who is willing to make the sacrifice for the good of his people.
A good commander knows when their own loss will provide for the good of their troops and ensure that while the battle is lost (from their perspective) that the war may still be won. He knows that. He sees that. It's reassuring that he won't hesitate to make that hard decision.
We're at war, I've been saying it for a year now. Perhaps now everyone else will wake the fuck up. Perhaps now we can start fighting back.
A good commander knows when their own loss will provide for the good of their troops and ensure that while the battle is lost (from their perspective) that the war may still be won. He knows that. He sees that. It's reassuring that he won't hesitate to make that hard decision.
We're at war, I've been saying it for a year now. Perhaps now everyone else will wake the fuck up. Perhaps now we can start fighting back.
Written By Talen
Dec. 31, 2016, 11:46 a.m.(7/14/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
His grace has been more of a father than any other man I know. It is known his prowess as a leader of troops is far superior to many. I could learn a thing or two. Perhaps I shall sit for a time with him soon and explore somewhat further how I might follow in his footsteps. The archduchess will need more than just one man to command her forces in the years to come.
Written By Alis
Dec. 20, 2016, 8:13 p.m.(6/10/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
Okay, I was called away in the midst of writing that last entry. Let me try again.
You know the tales of gallant and dignified Dukes? I'm almost certain they were written based off of Duke Niccolo. We met to discuss recent happenings in the realm, and I left feeling as though I had found someone I could turn to for advice when I need it. Nor did he make me feel any less for being so young a Voice for our family.
You know the tales of gallant and dignified Dukes? I'm almost certain they were written based off of Duke Niccolo. We met to discuss recent happenings in the realm, and I left feeling as though I had found someone I could turn to for advice when I need it. Nor did he make me feel any less for being so young a Voice for our family.
Written By Alis
Dec. 20, 2016, 4:19 p.m.(6/9/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
Voice of Velanosa
Written By Serafine
Dec. 8, 2016, 8:27 p.m.(5/2/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
I do adore my whiskey drinking, blade sharpening uncle.
No, I'm not endangering the lives of besotted young men with hero worship and an eye for power. It's not their fault.
Mostly.
No, I'm not endangering the lives of besotted young men with hero worship and an eye for power. It's not their fault.
Mostly.
Written By Sylvie
Dec. 4, 2016, 12:43 p.m.(4/17/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
Even when we disagree on principles, I have a deep well of respect for the Voice of Velenosa. I cannot fault him for his positions and his strategies, even if they do not align perfectly with my own wishes and desires.
And I believe my parents would be proud, that I am continuing the not-so-formal tradition of providing friendship to Velenosa.
What is it that has been said? Something along the lines of 'Zaffria serves Velenosa as the wind serves the flower, carrying its seed to places it would be unable to reach without.'
And I believe my parents would be proud, that I am continuing the not-so-formal tradition of providing friendship to Velenosa.
What is it that has been said? Something along the lines of 'Zaffria serves Velenosa as the wind serves the flower, carrying its seed to places it would be unable to reach without.'
Written By Eleyna
Nov. 27, 2016, 10:50 p.m.(3/25/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
My beloved uncle. There is no mistaking that it was his hand that crafted my wits and my mind. I have ever strived to be worthy of his respect and admiration.
Written By Darren
Nov. 6, 2016, 4:44 p.m.(1/18/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
Duke Niccolo of House Velenosa and I have not had many opportunities to chat. But on those few occassions that we do, I always walk away with an understanding that he is a logical man who has great care for his House. At the very least, we seem to share many of the same thoughts and ideals, and look forward to growing a friendship with the man as we move forward into the future.
Written By Natalia
Oct. 30, 2016, 1:53 p.m.(12/24/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
The Duke always seems charming when we have met. It seems that our schedules keep us from ever getting to the actual tea portion of our meetings. It helps that we are both normally running into messengers and people that need our time. It will happen eventually and we will sit down for a pleasant conversation.
Written By Calista
Oct. 9, 2016, 11:22 p.m.(10/18/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
Duke Niccolo was part of my "task" this evening at the Gala of Smoke and Shadows. Initially I was going to steal Duchess Nadia but his grace asked me to dance and the moment was simply perfect. My task was to dance with someone blindfolded. I could have easily blindfolded myself and felt my way around the room, but I thought it would be more interesting to have my lead and my liege be the blindfolded individual.
He did wonderfully even if he just barely missed running into wine serving servants. Chances are I would not have felt as comfortable or as safe were it someone else.
He did wonderfully even if he just barely missed running into wine serving servants. Chances are I would not have felt as comfortable or as safe were it someone else.
Written By Ianthe
Sept. 26, 2016, 12:04 a.m.(9/5/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
I didn't embarrass myself or my family in front of the Duke, and he bought me a drink. I figure if that doesn't spell a good night all around, I don't know what does.
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