Written By Valerius
March 2, 2017, 2:46 p.m.(1/8/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Laric
He’s not quite the Inquisitor I had in mind, though I think that’s a pleasant surprise. I suppose he’s exactly the kind of Inquisitor I’d hoped to meet and build a relationship with, as I’ve no problem stating the obvious in their reputation being something a little less than pleasant.
But beyond that, he seems a legitimately good man, if our conversations, the work he does, and the wedding I attended are anything to go by. How a man that handsome could become an Inquisitor is beyond me. Maybe it’s a tool, they don’t expect him to be as capable because he’s so pretty.
I figure I’ll be spending a good deal more time with him in the future, in both official and casual settings. I’m happy about that.
But beyond that, he seems a legitimately good man, if our conversations, the work he does, and the wedding I attended are anything to go by. How a man that handsome could become an Inquisitor is beyond me. Maybe it’s a tool, they don’t expect him to be as capable because he’s so pretty.
I figure I’ll be spending a good deal more time with him in the future, in both official and casual settings. I’m happy about that.
Written By Valerius
March 2, 2017, 1:26 p.m.(1/8/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Lark
She doesn’t smile as much as I’d like her to, and I think that’s a shame. Not that it’s my place to tell her how much or how often she should. When she does, though, I feel like a dog given a treat. It’s immensely satisfying, and the first thing on my mind is seeing it again.
I’m no trained jester, nor bard, but damn if I’m not willing to learn to be if it means I can catch another glimpse.
I’m no trained jester, nor bard, but damn if I’m not willing to learn to be if it means I can catch another glimpse.
Written By Valerius
Feb. 28, 2017, 12:59 a.m.(1/3/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Jaenelle
There are few in this city that know Jaenelle like I do. I can’t really blame them, though, they didn’t have to share an Estate with her growing up. Not that I’m complaining. If it wasn’t for her and Leona I think those bullies might have done me in. The trials and tribulations of being an easy-going Thrax.
But she’s more than the older sister I had growing up. She’s a woman who has seen things she never should have. Her marriage to Velenosa was a gift, I think, but her husband’s death was a cruel joke. I feel as bad for her as I do Archduke Niccolo.
But the one thing I’d urge anyone who knows her to remember: She may be the sweetest woman in the compact, but if any expect it to be me who inherited a Redrain temper, they’re sorely mistaken. She doesn’t need the protection of any man. Not by me, not by Leona, not even that bodyguard she’s hired.
Even if she can be mean sometimes, but she’s my sister, and I love her more than the world.
But she’s more than the older sister I had growing up. She’s a woman who has seen things she never should have. Her marriage to Velenosa was a gift, I think, but her husband’s death was a cruel joke. I feel as bad for her as I do Archduke Niccolo.
But the one thing I’d urge anyone who knows her to remember: She may be the sweetest woman in the compact, but if any expect it to be me who inherited a Redrain temper, they’re sorely mistaken. She doesn’t need the protection of any man. Not by me, not by Leona, not even that bodyguard she’s hired.
Even if she can be mean sometimes, but she’s my sister, and I love her more than the world.
Written By Valerius
Feb. 27, 2017, 3:44 p.m.(1/2/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Lark
She called me tolerable. I think this is the beginning of a great friendship.
Written By Valerius
Feb. 27, 2017, 12:35 a.m.(1/1/1006 AR)
Okay, let's change topic.
I'd thought so hard about my plans, where I was going to go, what I was going to do. How I planned on doing it and who I'd be doing it with.
Then, suddenly, I'm caught completely off guard and have to carefully consider what comes next. I suppose there's still time to see how it all plays out, but this new path seems much better than wherever else life had planned on taking me.
I'd thought so hard about my plans, where I was going to go, what I was going to do. How I planned on doing it and who I'd be doing it with.
Then, suddenly, I'm caught completely off guard and have to carefully consider what comes next. I suppose there's still time to see how it all plays out, but this new path seems much better than wherever else life had planned on taking me.
Written By Valerius
Feb. 27, 2017, 12:33 a.m.(1/1/1006 AR)
Five months ago if you saw me outside a tavern, it was because I was sleeping or drinking at the Estate. Now I find my time spent in bars is on business. Family or personal, both keep me busy. I’m usually still drunk even while I’m on business, but I think it’d be a little unreasonable to ask me not to be.
When grandfather died, Thrax started to change. I started to change. And I’m happy to say that both situations are changing for the better. I’m less comfortable, I think. Less constantly drunk, if only barely. But the exchange feels satisfying. It feels like I’m helping people, and by helping people I’m helping myself.
Damn, I forgot my flask, hold on, let me go get it...
When grandfather died, Thrax started to change. I started to change. And I’m happy to say that both situations are changing for the better. I’m less comfortable, I think. Less constantly drunk, if only barely. But the exchange feels satisfying. It feels like I’m helping people, and by helping people I’m helping myself.
Damn, I forgot my flask, hold on, let me go get it...
Written By Valerius
Feb. 19, 2017, 7:58 p.m.(12/14/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Nadia
The bonfire for Nadia is today. I know I should go, spend some time there, show her family that she was loved. They know that, of course, or they should, given how much the spirits of the city fell when we learned of her death.
But I don’t think I will. I think I’ll remember her in my own way, with a bottle of whiskey alone.
But I don’t think I will. I think I’ll remember her in my own way, with a bottle of whiskey alone.
Written By Valerius
Feb. 14, 2017, 2:24 a.m.(12/3/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Nadia
I swear to the Gods, the Spirits, and anyone else that might listen: if I meet one of the things that killed my friend, I will tear it apart with my bare fucking hands.
Written By Valerius
Feb. 5, 2017, 9:53 p.m.(11/10/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Cassius
We’ve met, we’ve talked, and I’m pleased to say he’s a decent fellow. I find most associated with Redrain, or those previously associated with Redrain, are. Blame my father. And my many, many cousins.
But I imagine we’ll have a lot to talk about in the coming months. There’s much to do, and I fear not very much time to do it.
But I imagine we’ll have a lot to talk about in the coming months. There’s much to do, and I fear not very much time to do it.
Written By Valerius
Feb. 5, 2017, 9:43 p.m.(11/10/1005 AR)
After half an hour of stitches and what I’m told will be a very manly scar, the cut on my hand is closed and should heal nicely.
It’s been awhile since I’ve bled like that, and it didn’t even have the accompanying risk of me potentially dying along with it. It was a relieving thing, really, and I’m grateful I didn’t hurt myself worse.
I’m going to slow down on my morning drinking, I think. Or drink more heavily, I haven’t decided yet.
It’s been awhile since I’ve bled like that, and it didn’t even have the accompanying risk of me potentially dying along with it. It was a relieving thing, really, and I’m grateful I didn’t hurt myself worse.
I’m going to slow down on my morning drinking, I think. Or drink more heavily, I haven’t decided yet.
Written By Valerius
Feb. 3, 2017, 3:53 p.m.(11/4/1005 AR)
I’ve received some bad news. Though I suppose it’s something I’ve known my entire life, and only now struggle to come to terms with. I’m not afraid, though. In fact, I’m quite excited. Fear may have defined me at first, but no more. If any time is appropriate to persevere, it’s now.
Though, I may mostly be excited because the remedy given to my ailment is something I’ve much interest in. I am Prince Valerius Thrax, and I am unstoppable, whether I like it or not.
Though, I may mostly be excited because the remedy given to my ailment is something I’ve much interest in. I am Prince Valerius Thrax, and I am unstoppable, whether I like it or not.
Written By Valerius
Jan. 29, 2017, 2:17 a.m.(10/15/1005 AR)
I was bested in a drinking contest today, by one of our own, no less. Luckily a Princess was there to mend my damaged ego. I fear what might have come of it otherwise.
But I promised once that the next time I lost a wager I’d commit a particularly entertaining night to writing. A gift to the women of the realm, courtesy of Prince Valerius.
<What follows is a particularly detailed and sordid account of a debaucherous evening full of drinking, gambling, and women. Of note, many references to the Prince are accompanied by pointless explanations and long-winded gloating clearly meant to make himself look good>
But I promised once that the next time I lost a wager I’d commit a particularly entertaining night to writing. A gift to the women of the realm, courtesy of Prince Valerius.
<What follows is a particularly detailed and sordid account of a debaucherous evening full of drinking, gambling, and women. Of note, many references to the Prince are accompanied by pointless explanations and long-winded gloating clearly meant to make himself look good>
Written By Valerius
Jan. 27, 2017, 11:23 p.m.(10/12/1005 AR)
I’ve been given a task by my cousins that only I can accomplish. But that’s not the important part. The important thing is that, despite the task being quite necessary, I’ve no interest in doing it. I will, because I’m asked to, but I take no joy in it. No satisfaction. No pleasure.
And now, a long-time friend has been whisked away and I’m completely in the dark to why.
I’d much prefer a drink.
And now, a long-time friend has been whisked away and I’m completely in the dark to why.
I’d much prefer a drink.
Written By Valerius
Jan. 27, 2017, 10:34 p.m.(10/12/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Leona
I love my sisters. More than the world. More than all of the ships in the fleet, than the clothes on my back, than all of the drink I could take. More than anything. It wounds me that my family doesn’t feel the same way.
Leona might be a Champion of the King’s Own, but before that she was mine. She was my rock, my protector, and the one who watched out for me when I needed it most. When I was told she saved the future king’s life, I wasn’t even surprised.
But now it’s my chance to be her protector. Life is difficult, and often unfair, and I will do everything I can to make that a little less so for her. She already has enough to worry about.
Leona might be a Champion of the King’s Own, but before that she was mine. She was my rock, my protector, and the one who watched out for me when I needed it most. When I was told she saved the future king’s life, I wasn’t even surprised.
But now it’s my chance to be her protector. Life is difficult, and often unfair, and I will do everything I can to make that a little less so for her. She already has enough to worry about.
Written By Valerius
Nov. 12, 2016, 8:10 p.m.(2/8/1005 AR)
I like living in Arx. The city suits me. A lot of my fellow Thraxians I know can often feel restricted by the streets and alleys of Arx compared to the wide openness of the sea. But I just see the vast array of oppurtunity around every corner. I never really have any idea what's going to happen from one day to the next, always a lot see and do. I get it that some aren't as pleased here as I am, I even understand why. I just don't share in the sentiment.
Written By Valerius
Aug. 28, 2016, 6:17 p.m.(6/4/1004 AR)
Leona and Jaenelle could not be more different, and where Jaenelle is air and water, Leona is fire and earth. She was my staunch defender when I was a little boy, and even though it was an embarrassment to the House that my sister was my protector, I have always been grateful. It is for the best, I think, that she has left House Thrax, though I would never say that publicly, or even in private to grandfather. But I believe if she is to find happiness it will be here in Arx among the Crownsworn.
Written By Valerius
Aug. 28, 2016, 6:15 p.m.(6/4/1004 AR)
Jaenelle is wonderfully sweet and kind and I am thrilled that she is here in Arx with me. She seems to worry about me, which is very odd since my life is so good! I even heard a rumor that she was seeking someone to watch over me, which, while very sweet, is also somewhat annoying. Though I suppose she wouldn't be my sister if she didn't annoy me somehow. Perhaps the best thing of having a sister like Jaenelle, however, is the constant parade of beautiful women who become her friends, and, by consequence, enter my life as well!
Written By Valerius
June 18, 2016, 6:31 p.m.(10/17/1003 AR)
Relationship Note on Margot
I feel sorry for Margot. It must be terrible to be poor and a thrall. At least she is friendly and helpful, which is, I think the best way for poor people to behave. When I remember her family murdered my parents, I start to get angry, so I do my best not to think about it.
Written By Valerius
June 18, 2016, 6:25 p.m.(10/17/1003 AR)
Relationship Note on Victus
I'm glad Victus exists. Without him, grandfather might freak about about how no one in the family is Thraxian enough, and that could lead to drastic measures. Of course, he might just have Victus kill us all. Let's hope it doesn't come to that.
Written By Valerius
June 18, 2016, 6:22 p.m.(10/17/1003 AR)
Relationship Note on Dagon
I like Dagon. He seems more interested in cooperating with the other Houses than he is in destroying them. As for his chivalric code, well, it seems like far too much work to me. Still, I don't have to understand why he would want to pin himself down with all of those rules to understand that he wants to do the right thing. That is enough for me.
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