Written By Vincenzo
July 18, 2019, 7:41 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Fear can be good, it can be bad.
Jayus brings inspiration for us to act, never hinder or hold back. To grow, not to be complacent. That's the difference between intimidation and inspiration. Of nightmares and dreams.
Jayus brings inspiration for us to act, never hinder or hold back. To grow, not to be complacent. That's the difference between intimidation and inspiration. Of nightmares and dreams.
Written By Lora
July 18, 2019, 7:37 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Tyrus
The wren has many admirers. Many of them have realized that her affections seem to be purchased with snacks. However, few of them take the extra step of offering them to her like proper gifts, one ripe little berry at a time. It is not the fruit that I take issue with, it is the quantity. And the delivery. At least Mistress Arcuri gives her proper seeds, in a little dish.
Not her weight in fruit.
Do you have any idea what so much fruit does to a little bird?
Please. Stop.
Not her weight in fruit.
Do you have any idea what so much fruit does to a little bird?
Please. Stop.
Written By Cassima
July 18, 2019, 5:41 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Vanora
It saddens me to see one so loyal to the Isles be the subject of wagging tongues. I have heard what took place. I am certain that not one of those who complain so readily would know what the 'right' action should have been. The world is far more grey and complex than we want it to be. It always has been. Unfortunately, we seem to be living in a time where this is resolutely ignored.
Duchess Vanora has and always will be a loyal and brave subject of Thrax and the Compact. She is committed to the Faith. One need only look to the school House Grimhall plan to build on their lands.
Look not to sly whispers. There is no loyalty, hard work or dedication within such things. Look to Duchess Vanora's noble actions if you want a true and fair reflection of her character.
Duchess Vanora has and always will be a loyal and brave subject of Thrax and the Compact. She is committed to the Faith. One need only look to the school House Grimhall plan to build on their lands.
Look not to sly whispers. There is no loyalty, hard work or dedication within such things. Look to Duchess Vanora's noble actions if you want a true and fair reflection of her character.
Written By Rafael
July 18, 2019, 5:02 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Our residence here in Arx is about as theatrics-filled as I've come to expect. Alright, maybe a little bit more so! Ah, what would this world be without my brother volunteering to take on the weight of some gruesome necessary task?
Written By Cassima
July 18, 2019, 4:50 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Mabelle
My fault entirely my lady. I am sorry for that. But it is a proof of your talents that you have crafted something so beautiful from the sea and its...varying smells.
I am so drawn to it and I do not usually indulge in perfumes. Thank you again.
Also no fish at dinner then. It is decided.
I am so drawn to it and I do not usually indulge in perfumes. Thank you again.
Also no fish at dinner then. It is decided.
Written By Julian
July 18, 2019, 3:57 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
My time here since I have arrived in Arx has been quite eventful.
Met some people who are kind beyond measure.
Hopefully I will do well for the Baroness and the Saiklands.
Met some people who are kind beyond measure.
Hopefully I will do well for the Baroness and the Saiklands.
Written By Khanne
July 18, 2019, 3:22 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
Thena, darling,
You are as soft as your armor. Never fear.
(A carefully drawn set of eyes has been sketched onto this journal entry with a fair amount of skill. One eye is closed, lashes curling upward and shadowed upon fair skin, the other is open with an artistic *glint* added, making the wink seem mischievous)
You are as soft as your armor. Never fear.
(A carefully drawn set of eyes has been sketched onto this journal entry with a fair amount of skill. One eye is closed, lashes curling upward and shadowed upon fair skin, the other is open with an artistic *glint* added, making the wink seem mischievous)
Written By Tyrus
July 18, 2019, 1:40 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Lora
Now, while I can certainly assume my part of responsibility where the berries are concerned, I cannot do the same for muffins and other such foods. It would seem more than one person has been offering Miss Wendy the food she so obviously craves, and seemingly lacks from her home.
I believe no increased restraint is necessary, given the innocence of berries in the crimes you so vehemently accuse them of committing. Fruits such as these can only be good for her.
I believe no increased restraint is necessary, given the innocence of berries in the crimes you so vehemently accuse them of committing. Fruits such as these can only be good for her.
Written By Lora
July 18, 2019, 1:29 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Tyrus
I learned some time ago not to apologize for the truth.
Finer minds better versed in animal husbandry than I could surely fill pages about the proper ratio of feed to work required to keep something as small in proper shape. Impromptu buffets of berries (and nuts, and seeds, and muffins) far exceed that, and there is nothing I can do to persuade her that she ought to be eating less and doing more, especially when she is so taken with her admirers.
Loyal and devoted though she might be, I must ask you to cease and desist, or at least exercise some restraint. Surely you have more self control than a wren.
Finer minds better versed in animal husbandry than I could surely fill pages about the proper ratio of feed to work required to keep something as small in proper shape. Impromptu buffets of berries (and nuts, and seeds, and muffins) far exceed that, and there is nothing I can do to persuade her that she ought to be eating less and doing more, especially when she is so taken with her admirers.
Loyal and devoted though she might be, I must ask you to cease and desist, or at least exercise some restraint. Surely you have more self control than a wren.
Written By Brianna
July 18, 2019, 12:41 p.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Victus
Perhaps it might be more accurate to say that the olives don't like you.
Written By Yvon
July 18, 2019, 11:42 a.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
What is the Mirrormask stance regarding this abrupt embargo of trade relations with Eurus?
What is the Mirrormask stance regarding the denoblement of Princess Fatima Thrax?
What is the Mirrormask stance regarding _any_ recent Proclamation?
Silence is acquiescence.
What is the Mirrormask stance regarding the denoblement of Princess Fatima Thrax?
What is the Mirrormask stance regarding _any_ recent Proclamation?
Silence is acquiescence.
Written By Josephine
July 18, 2019, 10:27 a.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
I remember my mother getting exasperated with me when I would tell her that she was using the wrong gem. Or my father looking at me strangely when I would change out the ingots that would be going in someones armor. Disharmony I said. It will not be at it's finest, there will be a flaw, this will protect them better. The pieces will blend. An arrow will not pierce there where there is weakness.
They thought I was odd. They still think I am odd. My world has rarely been a quiet one, not even the sanctuary of my own home. Water has never been a delight save to drink and bathe and even then if I could avoid it, I would. The sea takes from me, has always taken from me, even when I have given it two of my children. Mangata does not favor me. But that is fine. Or maybe it is that I do not favour her?
No piece leaves my hands unless I am satisfied. Unless they sing in joy and delight, tells me they are content, satisfied and happy. Some times, sometimes that takes some time. There has been a piece that I have been working on for the better part of half a year. A piece that sits upside down upon the brow instead of rising to lofty heights. A gift commissioned for another, a celebration of life, of success and no matter how much it is denied, I am sure, affection.
No doubt that the incessant chattering about the thawed dwarves were what kept me from finishing it sooner. It has been hard, harder I should say, to pry from the stones and the metals, what they wish to be, if they are satisfied with arrangements, will they get along with one another. It has sat on the corner of my bench and I have talked with it. It with me. It was the longest that I have worked on a piece. Every now and then I would listen and then take it down, fix this. heat up that part and apply pressure just so. Less than perfection would not do. Gods alone knows he woo'd me and properly to make this piece when I was taking no commissions.
And then, I took it up one last time. I don't know why, just the urge to sit and hold it. It was the dead of the night and I should have gone home. My leg ached a little less though and so I stayed and took it down and come the morning I called him in after hours spent working and polishing. Setting in the epiphanites. If I should never, make something such as this again, I shall be fine. But this was not the stones, or the metal. This was a guiding hand.
I am exhausted. But this is a good exhaustion. I am elated.
I was hard pressed to give it up.
I give another child to the world, one of metal and gems that tells a tale of four and many score. Of a woman with dark hair and a smile who takes a hand. Of a smith who works tirelessly over her bench at delicate tasks. Of a man who works to hammer water and of many hands joining to make something beautiful.
And a woman with golden eyes. That... well. That I have no context for.
I am just odd. But I am fine with odd if this is what oddity inspires.
They thought I was odd. They still think I am odd. My world has rarely been a quiet one, not even the sanctuary of my own home. Water has never been a delight save to drink and bathe and even then if I could avoid it, I would. The sea takes from me, has always taken from me, even when I have given it two of my children. Mangata does not favor me. But that is fine. Or maybe it is that I do not favour her?
No piece leaves my hands unless I am satisfied. Unless they sing in joy and delight, tells me they are content, satisfied and happy. Some times, sometimes that takes some time. There has been a piece that I have been working on for the better part of half a year. A piece that sits upside down upon the brow instead of rising to lofty heights. A gift commissioned for another, a celebration of life, of success and no matter how much it is denied, I am sure, affection.
No doubt that the incessant chattering about the thawed dwarves were what kept me from finishing it sooner. It has been hard, harder I should say, to pry from the stones and the metals, what they wish to be, if they are satisfied with arrangements, will they get along with one another. It has sat on the corner of my bench and I have talked with it. It with me. It was the longest that I have worked on a piece. Every now and then I would listen and then take it down, fix this. heat up that part and apply pressure just so. Less than perfection would not do. Gods alone knows he woo'd me and properly to make this piece when I was taking no commissions.
And then, I took it up one last time. I don't know why, just the urge to sit and hold it. It was the dead of the night and I should have gone home. My leg ached a little less though and so I stayed and took it down and come the morning I called him in after hours spent working and polishing. Setting in the epiphanites. If I should never, make something such as this again, I shall be fine. But this was not the stones, or the metal. This was a guiding hand.
I am exhausted. But this is a good exhaustion. I am elated.
I was hard pressed to give it up.
I give another child to the world, one of metal and gems that tells a tale of four and many score. Of a woman with dark hair and a smile who takes a hand. Of a smith who works tirelessly over her bench at delicate tasks. Of a man who works to hammer water and of many hands joining to make something beautiful.
And a woman with golden eyes. That... well. That I have no context for.
I am just odd. But I am fine with odd if this is what oddity inspires.
Written By Thena
July 18, 2019, 9 a.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Preston
Stop saying nice things about me in the journals, you're ruining my carefully cultivated reputation.
Written By Tyrus
July 18, 2019, 8:01 a.m.(6/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Lora
Calling Miss Wendy fat is surely an exaggeration, for what harm could there be in offering the good wren some berries every time we per chance meet?
Besides, she spends all her energy flying about and hopping, I'm sure. I would never call you, Lady Lora, a liar. But I must call these words on Miss Wendy's shape slanderous, and believe deserving of an apology to your loyal and devoted companion.
Besides, she spends all her energy flying about and hopping, I'm sure. I would never call you, Lady Lora, a liar. But I must call these words on Miss Wendy's shape slanderous, and believe deserving of an apology to your loyal and devoted companion.
Written By Mabelle
July 18, 2019, 7:13 a.m.(6/25/1011 AR)
Researching the seaside for its unique fragrances does not always give the flowery scent one might hope for.
I'm never touching fish again.
I'm never touching fish again.
Written By Domonico
July 18, 2019, 3:47 a.m.(6/25/1011 AR)
The joy of returning to Southport and seeing my wife Aahana and daughter Palania was tragically cut short at the news of the murder of her uncle Lord Syd Volkov.
Now she is beside herself with worry and grief and I can only pray that the perpertrators are found before Iong.
I may need to return to Arx sooner than I thought.
Now she is beside herself with worry and grief and I can only pray that the perpertrators are found before Iong.
I may need to return to Arx sooner than I thought.
Written By Gaspar
July 17, 2019, 9:43 p.m.(6/25/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Cassima
Your Highness, if we cannot call each other friends after what we went through last night, I dare say I don't have any real friends at all.
At first I was honored with how open you were with me. But that was formality talking. That propriety, if you will. By the time I left, I felt as though you are truly one of the only people in Arx that I truly "know" and yet there is so much more to learn from and about you. I hope that day is one of those we talked about yesterday. A day of conscious choosing. Of healing.
I hope we can speak that honestly and earnestly about anything.
At first I was honored with how open you were with me. But that was formality talking. That propriety, if you will. By the time I left, I felt as though you are truly one of the only people in Arx that I truly "know" and yet there is so much more to learn from and about you. I hope that day is one of those we talked about yesterday. A day of conscious choosing. Of healing.
I hope we can speak that honestly and earnestly about anything.
Written By Lora
July 17, 2019, 5:34 p.m.(6/24/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Tyrus
Have you ever seen a fat wren?
I hadn't. Then Wendy met a certain driftwood Prince of Thrax and now she's becoming quite round.
I hadn't. Then Wendy met a certain driftwood Prince of Thrax and now she's becoming quite round.
Written By Juniper
July 17, 2019, 4:07 p.m.(6/24/1011 AR)
Next season, everyone should try to think of what tree they would be. Or berries! What berry would you be?
I do not suggest this because I have a head start on my answer, not at all.
I do not suggest this because I have a head start on my answer, not at all.
Written By Ember
July 17, 2019, 3:03 p.m.(6/24/1011 AR)
I have returned to Redreef Estate, after a lengthy but productive set of trips tending to affairs in both the Maelstrom and Redreef Shores. I never expected to return to a fully peaceful and quiet Arx, for I am not sure such a thing has ever existed for longer than a few hours at a time. However, the developments in my absence are enough to leave me disquieted.
Firstly, as I have already made public, House Redreef stands alongside Legate Aureth on the matter of Eurusi trade. The future that we as a House seek to build is not one that includes men, women, and children being bought and sold as thought they were herds of livestock. Economists may look at the amount of coin sacrificed to give these people their freedom and despair, but that loss of coin will be short-lived compared to the lasting judgment of history.
Secondly, the murder of Lord Syd Volkov and the desecration of his body thereafter are crimes for which no penalty can be considered too steep. The City of Arx is not a battlefield, and none can rightfully claim the madness of war as justification. If any member or associate of House Redreef possesses information about what was done, they are to make it known. If I find that any under my watch or in my circle have concealed such information, I promise consequences.
Firstly, as I have already made public, House Redreef stands alongside Legate Aureth on the matter of Eurusi trade. The future that we as a House seek to build is not one that includes men, women, and children being bought and sold as thought they were herds of livestock. Economists may look at the amount of coin sacrificed to give these people their freedom and despair, but that loss of coin will be short-lived compared to the lasting judgment of history.
Secondly, the murder of Lord Syd Volkov and the desecration of his body thereafter are crimes for which no penalty can be considered too steep. The City of Arx is not a battlefield, and none can rightfully claim the madness of war as justification. If any member or associate of House Redreef possesses information about what was done, they are to make it known. If I find that any under my watch or in my circle have concealed such information, I promise consequences.
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