Written By Belladonna
March 10, 2018, 9:14 a.m.(5/3/1008 AR)
The debate last night was enjoyable, everyone worked to keep spirits high and cattiness was kept to a minimum. There were some well-made points all around, though like Princess Saoirse, I remain unconvinced that a good 'subterfuge' cannot solve most problems. If all the rumors and history lessons are to be believed, it is a time honored tradition of the Lyceum that is considered a valid political tactic when successful. My own House has its very own opera on the subject, as example.
Written By Belladonna
March 4, 2018, 1:42 a.m.(4/18/1008 AR)
My compliments to the Blackrose Theater for putting on what is perhaps the best performance of the story of Pravus' supposed beginnings. The actors and actresses were superbly cast and exquisite in their performances. The story was richly detailed and offered an interesting, if exaggerated, look into my House's history. I congratulate them one and all for a fine evening and a successful opening night.
Written By Belladonna
Feb. 1, 2018, 3:06 p.m.(1/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Cara
I needed to read that.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Written By Belladonna
Jan. 26, 2018, 11:16 a.m.(1/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Abbas
I would remind those who wish to offer respect to Prince Abbas did that he did what he did the way that he did it to ensure that no others would suffer the stain of his choices. He knew what he did was unspeakably terrible; he did it anyway.
Respect his choices, if you respect the man. Defending him and finding yourself facing consequences for such is precisely the opposite of appropriate.
Respect his choices, if you respect the man. Defending him and finding yourself facing consequences for such is precisely the opposite of appropriate.
Written By Belladonna
Jan. 24, 2018, 10:59 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Shard
Fair enough. I do not find 'wealthy' and 'spoiled' to be the same; I have always viewed spoiled as a type of behavior or personality trait, rather than a function of how many possessions one has. If we are speaking in terms of how much someone has, the way that I used the word is entirely inappropriate, I agree.
Written By Belladonna
Jan. 24, 2018, 9:24 a.m.(1/11/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Shard
I did say Princess, not just person in general. It is a significant differefence. Beyond that, I do not think that giving things away qualifies one as spoiled.
Written By Belladonna
Jan. 24, 2018, 12:56 a.m.(1/10/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Reese
Princess Reese Grayson is the least spoiled Princess I have ever met. She is kind, and she is an incredible leader. I have complete faith in the Grayson general's ability to lead their forces to triumph in the days to come. Again and again, she has proven herself against the enemies of the Compact. Successfully. These enemies will be no different.
Written By Belladonna
Jan. 10, 2018, 1:59 p.m.(12/9/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Cassius
I am pleased that my husband has returned to Arx; as helpful as it has been to have him in Setarco, having him here will be better.
Written By Belladonna
Dec. 26, 2017, 12:34 p.m.(11/5/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Logan
Please do let me know how that works out for you. I point out that most prisons worth anything have foundations made of stone. I wish you the best of luck, tunneling through granite with your shovel.
Written By Belladonna
Dec. 26, 2017, 9:49 a.m.(11/5/1007 AR)
It would make my life so much easier if people would stop digging when they find themselves at the bottom of a hole with no ladder. Yes, the shovel is nice, and that is what one does to holes, but...
The further down you go, the harder it is to get you out.
The further down you go, the harder it is to get you out.
Written By Belladonna
Dec. 24, 2017, 7:45 p.m.(11/2/1007 AR)
When someone swears fealty to me, I in turn oath to them. To simplify it all, they pledge their service and loyalty to me, and I in turn pledge my protection and loyalty to them. They are as such my vassal, and it is mine to both protect them and to discipline them, as needed. I was under the impression that this is typical for our society, but I keep running into confusion on this topic.
I am honor bound to defend my vassals. If they behave in such a fashion as I cannot defend them, then it is still ((ooc: that word is written heavily, and underlined multiple times)) my responsibility to defend them against others!! (and then to deal with them myself). If a member of my household does something terrible, I am responsible for their punishment. If they do well, I shine from their accomplishment.
This does not mean that I agree with them. It does not mean that I think that they are right. It means that I take my responsibility seriously.
I am honor bound to defend my vassals. If they behave in such a fashion as I cannot defend them, then it is still ((ooc: that word is written heavily, and underlined multiple times)) my responsibility to defend them against others!! (and then to deal with them myself). If a member of my household does something terrible, I am responsible for their punishment. If they do well, I shine from their accomplishment.
This does not mean that I agree with them. It does not mean that I think that they are right. It means that I take my responsibility seriously.
Written By Belladonna
Dec. 17, 2017, 8:03 p.m.(10/16/1007 AR)
It is good to be busy again.
I could use another hand or twelve, though.
I could use another hand or twelve, though.
Written By Belladonna
Dec. 14, 2017, 1:43 p.m.(10/10/1007 AR)
I have been spending some time, as of late, compiling information that I already have. Reviewing it, re-examining it, seeing where pieces might fit together that I missed before. This exercise has advanced my understanding of the problems we as a Compact face, and I recommend everyone who works at these problems find some time in the near future to review what they already know and see if anything new can be learned from it in light of information later attained.
I've also stumbled upon a thing or two that I'd forgotten needs looking at, so there is also that.
I do encourage our allies to plan on coming to the meeting I are hosting in the near future. If you wish to work with House Pravus and are willing to do so under my direction (I do not have time for conditional help, disruption, or games in this context), you would be more than welcome.
I've also stumbled upon a thing or two that I'd forgotten needs looking at, so there is also that.
I do encourage our allies to plan on coming to the meeting I are hosting in the near future. If you wish to work with House Pravus and are willing to do so under my direction (I do not have time for conditional help, disruption, or games in this context), you would be more than welcome.
Written By Belladonna
Dec. 10, 2017, 11:39 a.m.(9/28/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Larissa
I am pleased that the Softest Whisper has returned to Arx.
Written By Belladonna
Nov. 12, 2017, 10:57 a.m.(7/26/1007 AR)
It comes up quite regularly, and I know there is some gossip about it.
My husband is in Setarco, both to be with our son and to oversee all of our military actions. There are a great many threats on the horizon, and we have found it effective to be addressing the threats facing our Duchy and the Compact this way. Not all moves can be easily managed from Arx, and there is a great benefit to be had from one of the rulers of a domain being present consistently. While I have quite effectively run my island from the Compact's capital for quite some time, there are benefits to having boots on the ground.
No more, no less. We are not estranged, nor having any particular difficulties with our marriage.
My husband is in Setarco, both to be with our son and to oversee all of our military actions. There are a great many threats on the horizon, and we have found it effective to be addressing the threats facing our Duchy and the Compact this way. Not all moves can be easily managed from Arx, and there is a great benefit to be had from one of the rulers of a domain being present consistently. While I have quite effectively run my island from the Compact's capital for quite some time, there are benefits to having boots on the ground.
No more, no less. We are not estranged, nor having any particular difficulties with our marriage.
Written By Belladonna
Oct. 30, 2017, 11:14 p.m.(7/1/1007 AR)
Setarco is an island; there is no bridge across the water to connect us to the mainland.
Written By Belladonna
Oct. 30, 2017, 9:09 p.m.(7/1/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Alarie
Mistress Alarie Harall has created for me the most perfect dress I have ever owned. Jayus be praised, it is everything I hoped that it would be. I cannot recommend the woman and her shop enough. She is incredible.
Written By Belladonna
Oct. 28, 2017, 12:48 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Mia
I highly appreciate the Countess's aid in seeing to the wound of my cousin. It was unfortunate that my House's healer was detained at the last moment and was unable to attend, but we were blessed in having someone on hand that could tend to wounds. House Pravus is grateful for her aid.
Written By Belladonna
Oct. 27, 2017, 11:33 a.m.(6/22/1007 AR)
There are some things that we all know, say, acknowledge. Do we understand them? I do not think that we usually do. It is not easy for someone in my position (not easy in the sense that certain mathematical calculations are not easy, rather than a complaint of life's ease) to understand what it is like to stand on the other side of my desk. Know and acknowledge? Certainly. Understand? No, not so much. It is rare that I am afforded such an insight, and I find it incredibly valuable.
Do those that I value know that I value them? I say the words, but I ((crossed out, but not so well it cannot be seen: suspect I may)) have been negligent in making it known through my actions. Not in all cases, but in at least several that I can think of. This needs addressing.
I hope that this lesson sticks.
Do those that I value know that I value them? I say the words, but I ((crossed out, but not so well it cannot be seen: suspect I may)) have been negligent in making it known through my actions. Not in all cases, but in at least several that I can think of. This needs addressing.
I hope that this lesson sticks.
Written By Belladonna
Oct. 25, 2017, 10:52 p.m.(6/19/1007 AR)
Trust cannot be demanded.
Even more than that, you cannot scare someone into trusting you with threats that imply that you are the danger. It does not work like that.
'I will hurt you if you do not trust me.'
This does not inspire confidence. Particularly when you have just been caught in a baldfaced lie.
Even more than that, you cannot scare someone into trusting you with threats that imply that you are the danger. It does not work like that.
'I will hurt you if you do not trust me.'
This does not inspire confidence. Particularly when you have just been caught in a baldfaced lie.
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