Written By Signe
April 9, 2018, 11:40 p.m.(7/10/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Marcas
Willing to learn and so understanding.
Written By Signe
Feb. 23, 2017, 10:30 a.m.(12/22/1005 AR)
People are really getting busy around the Grove lately. It's good to see everyone working together in the restoration. While the others bring in new soil and plants, I've taken it upon myself to stock the area with fauna.
Yes, fauna. Birds, bugs, beasts. Little beasts. Actually, more like, I'm coaxing them to return by adding feeders and all that. I don't think they'd be very happy about being tied there if they didn't want. Honestly, I don't even know if that'll work but it's worth a try.
For now, Atila and Tempest are the part-time beast sentinels. Maybe they'll attract attention. Maybe they'll scare the critters away.
Really, I just hope Atila doesn't pee on the altar again.
Yes, fauna. Birds, bugs, beasts. Little beasts. Actually, more like, I'm coaxing them to return by adding feeders and all that. I don't think they'd be very happy about being tied there if they didn't want. Honestly, I don't even know if that'll work but it's worth a try.
For now, Atila and Tempest are the part-time beast sentinels. Maybe they'll attract attention. Maybe they'll scare the critters away.
Really, I just hope Atila doesn't pee on the altar again.
Written By Signe
Feb. 23, 2017, 10:08 a.m.(12/22/1005 AR)
I don't think I'm going to last long if I keep drinking so much before bedtime. Herbs don't help either. Maybe it shouldn't be just herbs? Maybe a pinch of this and a dash of that...
I should start making my rounds in apothecaries. There ought to be at least /something/ new every month.
I should start making my rounds in apothecaries. There ought to be at least /something/ new every month.
Written By Signe
Feb. 19, 2017, 11:59 p.m.(12/15/1005 AR)
Perhaps all I need is a new hobby to keep my mind off things. There is so much that weighs me down and the heart of the forest is a place I am forbidden to go around these parts. The outskirts aren't as exciting.
Maybe I will collect wooden animal figurines. Once I've had all the animals of the world, I'll move on to human figurines and make sure Gurdy's is one with the most awkward of poses. Mydas can have a cape or something.
Maybe I can have one made of Nadia right now before anyone forgets how she looks like. Now, if only Gavin hadn't left...
Maybe I will collect wooden animal figurines. Once I've had all the animals of the world, I'll move on to human figurines and make sure Gurdy's is one with the most awkward of poses. Mydas can have a cape or something.
Maybe I can have one made of Nadia right now before anyone forgets how she looks like. Now, if only Gavin hadn't left...
Written By Signe
Feb. 19, 2017, 11:06 p.m.(12/15/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Cirroch
The Marquis Cirroch Sanna seems like an amicable fellow. I kind of regret not having met the man back in the North, but he was probably busy back then attending to... Marquisineseial duties. I, on the other hand, was sneaking off into the woods, stalking Mydas and Gurdy whenever they had archery lessons. There's a time and place for everything so I guess the universe just decided that present day Arx would be the best time for us to finally meet. I wonder if my brothers knew him before though. More importantly, does he have pets of his own?
Written By Signe
Feb. 19, 2017, 11 p.m.(12/15/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Freja
Once again, I find solace between the trees and moonlight. Nadia shall never be forgotten. I swear it.
I also hope that nothing comes out of the forest to drag me into the abyss. If Freja would come here to sing for me, that would be very much appreciated, but I don't think anyone else leaves the city after dark. At least, no one enters the forest. They mostly go to the beaches.
After all this, I blame Freja for having a heavenly voice and dedicating her song to my beloved cousin. Otherwise, I'd probably have stayed longer to watch the folks wrestle themselves into the mud. Either that, or I'd have had more whiskey.
I should have stolen a bottle of whiskey away. Could use one right now.
I also hope that nothing comes out of the forest to drag me into the abyss. If Freja would come here to sing for me, that would be very much appreciated, but I don't think anyone else leaves the city after dark. At least, no one enters the forest. They mostly go to the beaches.
After all this, I blame Freja for having a heavenly voice and dedicating her song to my beloved cousin. Otherwise, I'd probably have stayed longer to watch the folks wrestle themselves into the mud. Either that, or I'd have had more whiskey.
I should have stolen a bottle of whiskey away. Could use one right now.
Written By Signe
Feb. 15, 2017, 11:17 p.m.(12/7/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Nadia
To you who reads this, to those who sent their condolences regarding my cousin's passing,
I'd like to thank you. Thank you for reminding us that she lives on in the memories of others and not just ourselves, her family. Nadia died for a noble cause, and that is to protect the peace of this city. This, they have won in battle as she fought alongside many others who gathered arms.
But, as you all probably know, this will not be the last. I can only hope that we put aside our petty feuds and work together to keep this darkness from reaching our home. To them, there is no House This and House That. We're all the same.
Yet here I am, writing this in secret instead of having such words announced. Would anyone even listen, if I did?
Dear Nadia, it is too soon. Way too soon.
I'd like to thank you. Thank you for reminding us that she lives on in the memories of others and not just ourselves, her family. Nadia died for a noble cause, and that is to protect the peace of this city. This, they have won in battle as she fought alongside many others who gathered arms.
But, as you all probably know, this will not be the last. I can only hope that we put aside our petty feuds and work together to keep this darkness from reaching our home. To them, there is no House This and House That. We're all the same.
Yet here I am, writing this in secret instead of having such words announced. Would anyone even listen, if I did?
Dear Nadia, it is too soon. Way too soon.
Written By Signe
Jan. 12, 2017, 9:15 a.m.(8/21/1005 AR)
If you require something of Signe Nightgold, tell Valery to poke at the little mountain hiding underneath my bed-furs. The laughable creature that resides there may not surface for a while.
Written By Signe
Jan. 8, 2017, 6:05 p.m.(8/10/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Aislin
Cousin, your stories always fascinate and, sometimes, frighten me.
Written By Signe
Jan. 8, 2017, 1:14 a.m.(8/8/1005 AR)
I see the pain beneath your armor. The energy of this city has been poisoned by the wounds of recent events and you suffer with it. Remember: you are a Mountain - a spine of stone, grounded to this earth. You, too, will weather this storm.
Written By Signe
Dec. 11, 2016, 8:09 p.m.(5/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Mydas
They say absence makes the heart grow fonder, don't they? Nothing reminds me of that more than the moment I saw Mydas here in Arx.
Perhaps we didn't have the closest of bonds growing up, with my wayward tendencies clashing so often with his goals. Signe and Sigurd, then the eldest Mydas -- we were separated even then with how we were introduced. I was a stinging reminder, a thorn in his side, a pest to irritate him. And him as unyielding as a stone wall, the antithesis of the connection I have with Sigurd...
I grew to adore him as I do Gurdy, in time. We may be near opposites, but when he's away it feels like the world lacks balance. A family needs a steady hand and eyes focused forward. A cliff face can still support roots. We need him as he needs us. After all, what is Winter without the promise of Summer?
Perhaps we didn't have the closest of bonds growing up, with my wayward tendencies clashing so often with his goals. Signe and Sigurd, then the eldest Mydas -- we were separated even then with how we were introduced. I was a stinging reminder, a thorn in his side, a pest to irritate him. And him as unyielding as a stone wall, the antithesis of the connection I have with Sigurd...
I grew to adore him as I do Gurdy, in time. We may be near opposites, but when he's away it feels like the world lacks balance. A family needs a steady hand and eyes focused forward. A cliff face can still support roots. We need him as he needs us. After all, what is Winter without the promise of Summer?
Written By Signe
Dec. 11, 2016, 4:48 a.m.(5/9/1005 AR)
Mydas, my eldest brother, is here in Arx as well now. I've forgotten how wonderful it is to have us three altogether -- it feels like a balance is finally restored. I do miss Father, but with Mydas here it's much easier to forget I'm not home.
Tempest has recovered, but still seems a little sluggish. I wonder if it's the weather or if he's yet to shake off his illness? You would think he'd be more lively at his age. Maybe he has trouble adjusting to the warmth.
I've met several interesting people already, but I still long to be out of these walls, even if it incites the irritation of my brothers. I feel less out of place than when I'm surrounded by them.
Tempest has recovered, but still seems a little sluggish. I wonder if it's the weather or if he's yet to shake off his illness? You would think he'd be more lively at his age. Maybe he has trouble adjusting to the warmth.
I've met several interesting people already, but I still long to be out of these walls, even if it incites the irritation of my brothers. I feel less out of place than when I'm surrounded by them.
Written By Signe
Dec. 6, 2016, 6:26 a.m.(4/22/1005 AR)
I'm feeling better, but Vidar is too old to want to get out of bed anymore. He stays in the room and sleeps. I don't mind, he deserves to live the rest of his life comfortably, and I have Atila to accompany me, as well as the direwolf pup, Tempest. He's almost bigger than Attie already, and he can't be more than a year old!
But Tempest has been sick lately, ever since I brought him back from the mountain. I took the huskies out for a run in the Grove and interrupted Prince Kieran, but it was a pleasant surprise and I hope I convinced him that dogs make much better pets than his brother's bear. It'd be fun to train a new pup -- I'm still working with the wolf, but I can't stress how different it is.
My big brother Sigurd came to Arx this week, too. It's wonderful having him around, and much less lonely, though I do miss the rest of my family.
I met an apothecary named Gwen, too, who seems to have a particular fondness for the woods. I look forward to joining her and learning about all the native plants around these parts. I even met the Champion Aksel when I took Tempest to the stablemaster for advice on how to best treat his illness.
A busy day, but a satisfying one. I should get back to my studies immediately. Someone has to fill mother's shoes, after all.
But Tempest has been sick lately, ever since I brought him back from the mountain. I took the huskies out for a run in the Grove and interrupted Prince Kieran, but it was a pleasant surprise and I hope I convinced him that dogs make much better pets than his brother's bear. It'd be fun to train a new pup -- I'm still working with the wolf, but I can't stress how different it is.
My big brother Sigurd came to Arx this week, too. It's wonderful having him around, and much less lonely, though I do miss the rest of my family.
I met an apothecary named Gwen, too, who seems to have a particular fondness for the woods. I look forward to joining her and learning about all the native plants around these parts. I even met the Champion Aksel when I took Tempest to the stablemaster for advice on how to best treat his illness.
A busy day, but a satisfying one. I should get back to my studies immediately. Someone has to fill mother's shoes, after all.
Written By Signe
Nov. 6, 2016, 6:20 p.m.(1/18/1005 AR)
I woke up.
I looked toward the door.
I decided to stay in my room.
I love my warm sheets more than people.
I looked toward the door.
I decided to stay in my room.
I love my warm sheets more than people.
Written By Signe
Nov. 5, 2016, 9:02 a.m.(1/14/1005 AR)
I am not going to raise from the bed today.
It's cold and I am feeling under the weather.
Vidar seems to be upset. He is very quiet. He does not leave my bed. I am worried about him too.
It's cold and I am feeling under the weather.
Vidar seems to be upset. He is very quiet. He does not leave my bed. I am worried about him too.
Written By Signe
Nov. 1, 2016, 7:41 p.m.(1/3/1005 AR)
That's just amazing!
Nadia was a very good cousin. She invited a Shamaness from the North to the Arx. The one who knew my mother. Though, I am not just excited about the possibility to hear more stories of my mom!
I will proceed my training to become Shamaness too, and Nadia said that if I will be good... like very good... I will be able to become High Shamaness of Nightgold.
The best news in a long time!
Nadia was a very good cousin. She invited a Shamaness from the North to the Arx. The one who knew my mother. Though, I am not just excited about the possibility to hear more stories of my mom!
I will proceed my training to become Shamaness too, and Nadia said that if I will be good... like very good... I will be able to become High Shamaness of Nightgold.
The best news in a long time!
Written By Signe
Oct. 10, 2016, 6:48 a.m.(10/19/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Victus
I've met this Lord Victus Thrax on a beach. He was fishing. Vidar and I interfered into his peaceful morning. It was a fun and beautiful morning and I got some fishes at the end of it. Likely, because Vidar kind of poked his nose into the bucket. So, Victus didn't want to eat that fish anymore. It was a tasty fish. Anyway, we will go hunting together. He does have this grumpy face and uses it as a protection. I get it. He is afraid to become friends with people, because friends leave deeper wounds than enemies in the battlefield. However, I still hope that he may become quite an amazing companion. We will have fun and he will get used to my presence.
Written By Signe
Sept. 13, 2016, 4:09 p.m.(7/24/1004 AR)
Life is meant to be experienced now. So, I didn't waste my time packing out and settling in my chambers after arrival. I rushed out from the mansion to explore our glorious capital!
Of course, I didn't run out into an unknown city all by myself. A brave and handsome Vidar was following me. I consider him my best friend and the most amusing company. To those who do not know, let me introduce Vidor. He is a robust and thick-coated hound. He is a great visual example of the breed. Mostly reddish-orange with hints of brown here and there, mostly around the edges of the ears, with most of the face, the underside, and the front legs all white. With light amber eyes and a brown nose that is starting to border on pink, this my beloved hound would likely be considered beautiful by most.
So, we took a walk. I must admit that I got lost three times. Though, Vidar smelled our way out into the right path. So, no worries here. I must admit that I do not like crowded streets and those grey buildings all around me. Vidar didn't like that too. He was barking a lot. I do not think that passersby liked us either. But it doesn't matter.
To sum up, I must say that my first day in Arx is great. Though, others will be even more marvelous, because I plan to visit surroundings: beach and forests.
Let the adventure begin!
Of course, I didn't run out into an unknown city all by myself. A brave and handsome Vidar was following me. I consider him my best friend and the most amusing company. To those who do not know, let me introduce Vidor. He is a robust and thick-coated hound. He is a great visual example of the breed. Mostly reddish-orange with hints of brown here and there, mostly around the edges of the ears, with most of the face, the underside, and the front legs all white. With light amber eyes and a brown nose that is starting to border on pink, this my beloved hound would likely be considered beautiful by most.
So, we took a walk. I must admit that I got lost three times. Though, Vidar smelled our way out into the right path. So, no worries here. I must admit that I do not like crowded streets and those grey buildings all around me. Vidar didn't like that too. He was barking a lot. I do not think that passersby liked us either. But it doesn't matter.
To sum up, I must say that my first day in Arx is great. Though, others will be even more marvelous, because I plan to visit surroundings: beach and forests.
Let the adventure begin!
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