Written By Tarik
April 26, 2020, 8:35 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
So I am trying to finish up some minor activities that I need to accomplished before summer. I am surprised how much I accomplished this winter, but how much I didn't do too. I need to really hire assistant to help me get better organize. So that is another thing that I have to do this summer.
Written By Asha
April 26, 2020, 8:32 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Ulfric
Barely back in the city ten minutes and who do I find in the bar but this man.
It was a Thrax bar, so it's not like it's so surprising. But there's something about seeing a familiar face, even if it is a face you've only met in passing before. Feels less like a city full of strangers, and more like a city where I've lived once and can live again. It hasn't all gotten away from me while I was back home in Lenosia.
It was a Thrax bar, so it's not like it's so surprising. But there's something about seeing a familiar face, even if it is a face you've only met in passing before. Feels less like a city full of strangers, and more like a city where I've lived once and can live again. It hasn't all gotten away from me while I was back home in Lenosia.
Written By Signe
April 26, 2020, 7:27 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Geralt
Don't forget you agreed to wearing a costume for the Unicorn Masquerade Ball. This is going to be great!
Written By Signe
April 26, 2020, 7:25 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
I got to meet Geralt's... younger brother... he doesn't look younger, the other night.
I had planned to write more, but now I find myself thinking of my own brothers, and missing them deeply. I have a feeling Sigurd will likely not be staying long in the city. And I will find myself alone here without him.
And Mydas, they saw time heals wounds, and there is wisdom in those words. But even after they are healed, they can still ache. And I find today, mine does as I think about you.
I had planned to write more, but now I find myself thinking of my own brothers, and missing them deeply. I have a feeling Sigurd will likely not be staying long in the city. And I will find myself alone here without him.
And Mydas, they saw time heals wounds, and there is wisdom in those words. But even after they are healed, they can still ache. And I find today, mine does as I think about you.
Written By Orvyn
April 26, 2020, 7:11 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
Once again we find our markets in Arx hampered and effected by forces external to Arvum. One day we shall have some measure of control of what happens within the confines of our own kingdom, one would hope.
Written By Cristoph
April 26, 2020, 6:51 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Cassandra
As much as things change, they also remain the same. I'm forever glad to have Cassandra as my sister, a tirelessly steady hand in times of strife.
Written By Cristoph
April 26, 2020, 6:49 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
Valardin's Taste of Arx event went well, I think. Frankly it was quite a blur up until the moment I was tag teamed by my sisters. I heard someone tsking over my public use of foul language. To that person, I deeply apologize.
Written By Cristoph
April 26, 2020, 6:47 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
It's been an in intense couple of months, filled with meetings and planning and yet more meetings. But also success, even if it's bound to come at a price. I'll take solace in the comfort and company of my family, for as long as I'm able.
Written By Esme
April 26, 2020, 6:41 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
I am so excited. I know it's not Godsworn and I'm very okay with that. However, I was made Disciple Leader of Devotions to Limerance. I just.. I'm so honored by this and I just am excited and I want it in my journal to remember.
Written By Domonico
April 26, 2020, 6:39 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
Notes on the Cyrto Arch - 2
There is an abundance of birdlife on the Cyrto Arch, such that is not found anywhere else in the Compact. Some have been captured and the shipped to the continent for peoples private collections. I am amazed people will spend so much for birds.
On tbe subject of potential trade goods there is a considerable amount of cocoa tree groves on Cyrto Major. Several people seem to have gotten quite excited when I tell them that fact. Perhaps I need to look into marketting this as a proper resource.
There is an abundance of birdlife on the Cyrto Arch, such that is not found anywhere else in the Compact. Some have been captured and the shipped to the continent for peoples private collections. I am amazed people will spend so much for birds.
On tbe subject of potential trade goods there is a considerable amount of cocoa tree groves on Cyrto Major. Several people seem to have gotten quite excited when I tell them that fact. Perhaps I need to look into marketting this as a proper resource.
Written By Domonico
April 26, 2020, 6:34 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
Notes on the Cyrto Arch 1
Caer Morien, the largest town on Cyrto Major (the largest isle in the Archipelago), has been built on top and amongst ruins that date back probably before the reckoning. Not much exploration has been done thus far although some recent forays have uncovered some tunnels.
Perhaps discussions with the Society of Explorers are needed to commission further exploration of both the islands and the ruins.
Caer Morien, the largest town on Cyrto Major (the largest isle in the Archipelago), has been built on top and amongst ruins that date back probably before the reckoning. Not much exploration has been done thus far although some recent forays have uncovered some tunnels.
Perhaps discussions with the Society of Explorers are needed to commission further exploration of both the islands and the ruins.
Written By Dycard
April 26, 2020, 6:20 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
To resurrect a topic that dominated the journals for a time, scholar - I think I have come across some new personal insight into what love is, or what it means to some at least.
Love's not an instant thing. Attraction is, intimacy can be, even obsession can be at times - but I think love takes time and is a natural development of a friendship. It implies a level of attachment and care beyond one's baser callings and desires; something that builds and intensifies over time until it can't be called anything else.
..Or so I assume. Sadly there's no guarantee that as love swells for a person, it's risen for the other at the same pace - or even at all. However, even if it's not reciprocated, the saving grace of love of this kind is that it's built on a deep friendship and connection - even if it can never be, that friendship will still be there. And honestly, I think that a friend like that is of far more value than a lover.
Love's not an instant thing. Attraction is, intimacy can be, even obsession can be at times - but I think love takes time and is a natural development of a friendship. It implies a level of attachment and care beyond one's baser callings and desires; something that builds and intensifies over time until it can't be called anything else.
..Or so I assume. Sadly there's no guarantee that as love swells for a person, it's risen for the other at the same pace - or even at all. However, even if it's not reciprocated, the saving grace of love of this kind is that it's built on a deep friendship and connection - even if it can never be, that friendship will still be there. And honestly, I think that a friend like that is of far more value than a lover.
Written By Jourdain
April 26, 2020, 6:16 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
It has been a long journey, but finally High Hill seems on its way to recovery. The county is in capable hands with Richard, Drake, and Kiera.
I am proud of my cousins for the work that has already been done, and the planned work we have yet to do.
I am proud of my cousins for the work that has already been done, and the planned work we have yet to do.
Written By Philippe
April 26, 2020, 6:10 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
I see that the speculators have finally taken their inevitable haircut. Naturally it is unseemly to take pleasure in the misfortune of others. I certainly would never do such a thing.
I would advise those whose hands have been stung by this market correction to turn their minds back to the harder and more difficult work of rebuilding the Compact. Thoughtful prayer and repentance would serve well to soothe these broken hearts.
I would advise those whose hands have been stung by this market correction to turn their minds back to the harder and more difficult work of rebuilding the Compact. Thoughtful prayer and repentance would serve well to soothe these broken hearts.
Written By Niklas
April 26, 2020, 5:24 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
Dauntless, my opera about the last stand of Sir Erec Redhill, is certain to be my greatest achievement yet.
Which is why I'm sad to say that it's being delayed so I can work on a separate project. However, I have faith that this new play will be of tremendous value to a great number of people.
To new endeavors!
Which is why I'm sad to say that it's being delayed so I can work on a separate project. However, I have faith that this new play will be of tremendous value to a great number of people.
To new endeavors!
Written By Martino
April 26, 2020, 4:26 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
It has been a quieter week than usual but, with the whirlpool, travel away and down to Southport will take so very much longer.
To think, the rest of the family would laugh when I suggested carriage and a summer home between Southport and Arx to rest in.
To think, the rest of the family would laugh when I suggested carriage and a summer home between Southport and Arx to rest in.
Written By Asha
April 26, 2020, 3 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
It's about time I made it through the city gates. Tracking through snowdrifts overland in a wagon isn't the way I wanted to come back, but better that than sunk in Arx's own harbour.
Seems different, these days. Knowing some of the most familiar faces won't ever be seen here again. But then, there's plenty that hasn't changed.
Like the need to drum up work.
Seems different, these days. Knowing some of the most familiar faces won't ever be seen here again. But then, there's plenty that hasn't changed.
Like the need to drum up work.
Written By Sydney
April 26, 2020, 2:44 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
I'd always assumed that wearing fine attire to a fine event would be a bit different than it was in practice. Perhaps it's more to do with how hopelessly outclassed I am in the art and etiquette of it all, but I felt quite keenly the discomfort of attempting to be something that I've put in no effort at being any good at.
I make for a terrible beginner, if I'm being entirely honest, journal.
I see every flaw in myself, compare it to every strength in others, and round and round my mind it goes, and it never truly stops until I've achieved mastery at something, or all but given up at it. I can't abide being 'passable' at a thing, and it frustrates me to no end when that is where the extent of my abilities lands me. My debts and failures throughout life have brought me some deal of knowledge as to the workings of the forces that drive the markets, to be sure. To look out for the fine print and details in agreements, but when I see someone masterfully talk down the cost of something down to a mere fraction of what it was originally priced at, for instance, I know I'm woefully outmatched, and shall make no further effort.
The urge is there to throw myself at something new. I just need to inspire myself to do it. If it's not making myself presentable to high society or cutting fantastic business deals - and let me be the first to say I laugh aloud at both of those notions as I am now, then it must be something.
I need first piece together what that something will be, or any effort will be halfhearted.
I make for a terrible beginner, if I'm being entirely honest, journal.
I see every flaw in myself, compare it to every strength in others, and round and round my mind it goes, and it never truly stops until I've achieved mastery at something, or all but given up at it. I can't abide being 'passable' at a thing, and it frustrates me to no end when that is where the extent of my abilities lands me. My debts and failures throughout life have brought me some deal of knowledge as to the workings of the forces that drive the markets, to be sure. To look out for the fine print and details in agreements, but when I see someone masterfully talk down the cost of something down to a mere fraction of what it was originally priced at, for instance, I know I'm woefully outmatched, and shall make no further effort.
The urge is there to throw myself at something new. I just need to inspire myself to do it. If it's not making myself presentable to high society or cutting fantastic business deals - and let me be the first to say I laugh aloud at both of those notions as I am now, then it must be something.
I need first piece together what that something will be, or any effort will be halfhearted.
Written By Valencia
April 26, 2020, 2:43 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
Liars and hyenas so rarely change their spots. They are both opportunists that will laugh as they eat out your heart again and again, if you let them.
Do I believe in redemption, you ask? Do I think someone who has betrayed or been cruel can repent and change?
It's possible, I hope. But it is extremely rare. And, the more I live, the more I doubt.
I look forward to a day when I am proven wrong.
But I shall not hold my breath.
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Do I believe in redemption, you ask? Do I think someone who has betrayed or been cruel can repent and change?
It's possible, I hope. But it is extremely rare. And, the more I live, the more I doubt.
I look forward to a day when I am proven wrong.
But I shall not hold my breath.
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Written By Valencia
April 26, 2020, 2:42 p.m.(3/8/1013 AR)
It is with great pain that I read some of these journals that speak of the pain of a lover who has been betrayed and cast away.
Pain like that is like no other. It makes you hurt like there is no tomorrow. It shatters what you trusted. It makes you question your worth.
Even when they say that they love you still. That they are not monsters. That they were stupid. That their feelings remain true and the others doesn't matter... do not take it at face value. Instead, look to their actions, my sweet friends, to learn what is true.
If someone loves you, they do not hurt you again and again. They do not use you or manipulate you to their own end, or treat you with casual cruelly while they sate their own desires and cravings.
The mind that does that, the person lies about love and manipulates without empathy or thought, is so deeply broken that they cannot love anyone but themselves.
There is nothing romantic about allowing someone to cut you in ways you did not know you could be hurt. Then to throw you away. Ignore you. Leave to to bleed. Or worse, watch you bleed out.
And so, my sweetest lovers whoever you are, as much as you ache and yearn, I beg you do not waste your worries upon the unworthy. For as much as I know it hurts, in your heart you know that they would never do the same for you. Even if they say they would.
I hope that you find a love truly worthy of your own. And, that the happiness that comes of it guides you safely home.
My heart to yours.
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Pain like that is like no other. It makes you hurt like there is no tomorrow. It shatters what you trusted. It makes you question your worth.
Even when they say that they love you still. That they are not monsters. That they were stupid. That their feelings remain true and the others doesn't matter... do not take it at face value. Instead, look to their actions, my sweet friends, to learn what is true.
If someone loves you, they do not hurt you again and again. They do not use you or manipulate you to their own end, or treat you with casual cruelly while they sate their own desires and cravings.
The mind that does that, the person lies about love and manipulates without empathy or thought, is so deeply broken that they cannot love anyone but themselves.
There is nothing romantic about allowing someone to cut you in ways you did not know you could be hurt. Then to throw you away. Ignore you. Leave to to bleed. Or worse, watch you bleed out.
And so, my sweetest lovers whoever you are, as much as you ache and yearn, I beg you do not waste your worries upon the unworthy. For as much as I know it hurts, in your heart you know that they would never do the same for you. Even if they say they would.
I hope that you find a love truly worthy of your own. And, that the happiness that comes of it guides you safely home.
My heart to yours.
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