Written By Clara
June 17, 2018, 3:13 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sina
We have a Shaman who walks both paths in The Spirit Walkers and we have members who walk both paths.
Written By Clara
June 17, 2018, 12:54 a.m.(1/11/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sina
Is that not what the Faith is doing to us right now? I was just starting to get used to the idea of trying to embrace the Pantheon and accept that it could be part of my own faith. I went around to shrines, I've talked to disciples and an Archlector. Now I feel that I am being told to feel a self-loathing because I embrace something outside of what the Faith says is correct. It is religious and cultural prosecution endorsed by The Faith. I will rest here. I have made my distaste known.
Written By Coraline
June 16, 2018, 1:33 a.m.(1/9/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sina
It was an absolute joy to share this journey with you. I also didn't have to fuss all over our wonderful Princess-Consort because of your steady, patient, and very capable presence. Know that I am both grateful for all that you did and impressed by your incredible talents as a Scholar. It has been an honor to meet you.
Written By Archeron
May 25, 2018, 8:22 a.m.(11/3/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sina
Trying to understand why Donrai Thrax did anything is like trying to hold back the tides that lap at Maelstrom's docks. It is a task without end and you will be mad long before it is finished.
I am lucky in that I did not meet the man in his lifetime. Everything Abbas thought he had to do to safeguard the Isles, Donrai was willing to do and revel in. He was the true embodiment of our cruelty, of our excess. He is a reminder of what Thrax can be if we are unleashed from our moral compass, if we do what we can because we please. To reave and destroy and hurt with no care or end. In that sense though, Donrai was a cure for us from that.
Look at the time since his passing. Even as Thrax houses rise, as we restore ourselves, there has not been a return to reaving. Tyde ships have not raided Grimhall lands. Grimhall has not raided the Grayson coast. Bodies do not rise on the clifftops, crucified to warn our enemies that we have been, and will go where we please. Look at what he has left in his wake. Prince Victus is more a victim of Donrai than most - he was at times the sword that Donrai chose to wield, to do his deeds. And now, Victus leads as a modern ruler. He is decisive, but he also seeks advice. He rules by consent with his nobles. He is a man who is worthy of respect far more than his predecessor. Because he builds Thrax. He doesn't use it as a tool, he works for the good of Thrax, not burning Thrax for his own good. And as a person he might be scary at times, but I have never felt that fear myself. Because I know he wishes to be just. And I trust him.
When Kennex decided to abolish Thralldom - whatever you think about their rashness or righteousness - you saw the ships of all of the Isles there helping, and many of their former Thralls now live on Tyde Isle as freemen, some as scholars in our University others tend the woods, and all the other jobs men have. The pressure on Kennex was relieved, they were allowed to breath again, and restore themselves to their feet even if it will be a time before they are healthy again. I do not think that would have happened under the man I understand Donrai to have been. Seeing them struggle on the ground, the weight of their decision crushing their chest, pressing the air from their bodies....I think he would have added his boot to their throat, and smiled as he watched the fires die out. Or worse, had another man take that burden while he watched.
I am lucky in that I did not meet the man in his lifetime. Everything Abbas thought he had to do to safeguard the Isles, Donrai was willing to do and revel in. He was the true embodiment of our cruelty, of our excess. He is a reminder of what Thrax can be if we are unleashed from our moral compass, if we do what we can because we please. To reave and destroy and hurt with no care or end. In that sense though, Donrai was a cure for us from that.
Look at the time since his passing. Even as Thrax houses rise, as we restore ourselves, there has not been a return to reaving. Tyde ships have not raided Grimhall lands. Grimhall has not raided the Grayson coast. Bodies do not rise on the clifftops, crucified to warn our enemies that we have been, and will go where we please. Look at what he has left in his wake. Prince Victus is more a victim of Donrai than most - he was at times the sword that Donrai chose to wield, to do his deeds. And now, Victus leads as a modern ruler. He is decisive, but he also seeks advice. He rules by consent with his nobles. He is a man who is worthy of respect far more than his predecessor. Because he builds Thrax. He doesn't use it as a tool, he works for the good of Thrax, not burning Thrax for his own good. And as a person he might be scary at times, but I have never felt that fear myself. Because I know he wishes to be just. And I trust him.
When Kennex decided to abolish Thralldom - whatever you think about their rashness or righteousness - you saw the ships of all of the Isles there helping, and many of their former Thralls now live on Tyde Isle as freemen, some as scholars in our University others tend the woods, and all the other jobs men have. The pressure on Kennex was relieved, they were allowed to breath again, and restore themselves to their feet even if it will be a time before they are healthy again. I do not think that would have happened under the man I understand Donrai to have been. Seeing them struggle on the ground, the weight of their decision crushing their chest, pressing the air from their bodies....I think he would have added his boot to their throat, and smiled as he watched the fires die out. Or worse, had another man take that burden while he watched.
Written By Fairen
May 17, 2018, 7:24 p.m.(10/6/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sina
I find Scholar Sina to be an excellent character, of a well established courtesy and brilliant mind. She came to my estate earlier today, and I found myself learning just as much as I was teaching. If not, perhaps more. It is my hope that she will continue to be a colleague of mine.
Written By Derovai
March 7, 2018, 7:32 a.m.(4/25/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sina
If you need to talk, you know where to find me. Well, two options for it, at least.
Thank you for letting me know. I will let /you/ know, as I might.
Thank you for letting me know. I will let /you/ know, as I might.
Written By Driskell
Feb. 20, 2017, 2:03 p.m.(12/16/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Sina
I met the other day a most remarkable young woman named Sina Izetta, learning that she's the trusted hand servant to Princess Donella who happens to be the Voice of Thrax. Quiet and reserved, one might mistake her for one's shadow although the two of us talked at some length. The cliffside gazebo with its masterful watch over the bay of Thrax opened our conversation. It didn't pass me that her eyes are like moonshine, the opposite of mine. I'll have to make a special wine...
Written By Dagon
Sept. 2, 2016, 3:09 p.m.(6/19/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Sina
My sister's handmaiden is as quiet as a mouse, yet I think she and Margot were speaking about something. I wonder what.
Nevermind that. Why does Donella permit her handmaiden to wander around the estate without shoes on? I shall have to ask her about this the next time I see her. Either the girl should have the decency to do her duties as one should, or she should be forced to walk on hot sand for a full day to teach her the value in wearing shoes.
Nevermind that. Why does Donella permit her handmaiden to wander around the estate without shoes on? I shall have to ask her about this the next time I see her. Either the girl should have the decency to do her duties as one should, or she should be forced to walk on hot sand for a full day to teach her the value in wearing shoes.
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