Written By Duarte
March 11, 2018, 4:59 a.m.(5/4/1008 AR)
If there is a so called "Muncher of Stories" then I curse him! I curse him for munching the final pages of "The Pirate and Spy" from EVERY SINGLE COPY in the city!
Written By Duarte
March 10, 2018, 2:12 p.m.(5/3/1008 AR)
Orland gets everything.
Written By Duarte
March 5, 2018, 11:05 p.m.(4/22/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Talen
That is about the size of it, and put so much more eloquently than I ever could, yes.
Written By Duarte
March 5, 2018, 10:19 p.m.(4/22/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Eleyna
Mmm... Yes... in hindsight I can see how the specific turn of phrase might easily be misconstrued. I meant it purely in the figurative sense and used my house name rather than "Bravura" for that purpose.
The man himself did not take it that way - as an invitation to the realm - I assure you. And I have proof of it.
Be that as it may, my apologies for the appearance of insubordination, and for what certainly seemed to be an exciting day.
The man himself did not take it that way - as an invitation to the realm - I assure you. And I have proof of it.
Be that as it may, my apologies for the appearance of insubordination, and for what certainly seemed to be an exciting day.
Written By Duarte
March 5, 2018, 9:38 a.m.(4/21/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Abbas
The words of House Amadeo are 'Loyalty knows no bounds'. Loyalty cuts both ways. The apostate Abbas nee Thrax did show loyalty to my House and liege in dealing with the traitorous Houses of Argento and Malgentilega.
I will not comment on whether his exile or excommunication are appropriate. These are not for me to decide, and I have no opinion of them.
But I know that whatever his transgressions before the Gods and man, and whatever shade or hue of political paint surround recent decisions, he has no enemies here.
House Amadeo has a brief, but proud, history of taking in orphans and so opens its doors now to the orphaned Abbas.
I will not comment on whether his exile or excommunication are appropriate. These are not for me to decide, and I have no opinion of them.
But I know that whatever his transgressions before the Gods and man, and whatever shade or hue of political paint surround recent decisions, he has no enemies here.
House Amadeo has a brief, but proud, history of taking in orphans and so opens its doors now to the orphaned Abbas.
Written By Duarte
March 4, 2018, 2 p.m.(4/19/1008 AR)
One need not honor the false God of opinion by forming one about everything.
Written By Duarte
March 4, 2018, 1:39 a.m.(4/18/1008 AR)
It was a pleasure that seldom comes along to attend tonight's performance at the theater: a rendition of Spider of Setarco.
The costume design was exquisite - absolutely beautiful works of art made by the hands, and heart, of Aurora Thornborn.
Masterful performances by all! I was quite captivated! Yasmine Rovashani shined in a spectacular performance - the second I've seen featuring this talented actress.
The costume design was exquisite - absolutely beautiful works of art made by the hands, and heart, of Aurora Thornborn.
Masterful performances by all! I was quite captivated! Yasmine Rovashani shined in a spectacular performance - the second I've seen featuring this talented actress.
Written By Duarte
March 3, 2018, 12:51 a.m.(4/16/1008 AR)
Sadly I was not able to toss an oyster tonight.
Written By Duarte
March 2, 2018, 1:24 a.m.(4/14/1008 AR)
I skipped this morning's balmy weather and cool spring breezes to instead remain in doors; comforted within and without by a soft light's glow.
Written By Duarte
Feb. 27, 2018, 4:14 a.m.(4/8/1008 AR)
Tonight the proud citizens of Arx were introduced to a birthday celebration conducted in the true manner of Bravuran tradition!
The birthday boy (me) stood and announced that it was my birthday, making all within earshot the happy, sudden and unknowing attendees to my impromptu party, all at once!
In true Bravuran fashion, I was charged the tab at night's end.
Such a lovely tradition from a wonderful city. The jewel of Setarco!
The birthday boy (me) stood and announced that it was my birthday, making all within earshot the happy, sudden and unknowing attendees to my impromptu party, all at once!
In true Bravuran fashion, I was charged the tab at night's end.
Such a lovely tradition from a wonderful city. The jewel of Setarco!
Written By Duarte
Feb. 19, 2018, 5:47 a.m.(3/20/1008 AR)
Today I shared the Bravuran tradition of story telling.
Every so often, the authors of Bravura put away their half-finished stage plays and manuscripts and instead meet for coffee and tell stories - usually ghost stories. One begins a story of varied length. Often the story is left incomplete and another author tells it further - and so on until the story is complete.
Lady Alessia Mazetti was kind enough to attend and proved herself a masterful teller of story! She had us all on the edge of our seats and shivering with fear. Bravo! She should find happy audience were she to take up writing.
Another fine Bravuran tradition takes root in the great city of Arx!
Every so often, the authors of Bravura put away their half-finished stage plays and manuscripts and instead meet for coffee and tell stories - usually ghost stories. One begins a story of varied length. Often the story is left incomplete and another author tells it further - and so on until the story is complete.
Lady Alessia Mazetti was kind enough to attend and proved herself a masterful teller of story! She had us all on the edge of our seats and shivering with fear. Bravo! She should find happy audience were she to take up writing.
Another fine Bravuran tradition takes root in the great city of Arx!
Written By Duarte
Feb. 19, 2018, 1:01 a.m.(3/20/1008 AR)
I have been remiss in documenting in the archives the first of hopefully many impromptu artistic events held in the Bravuran tradition.
Bravura is a city on the island of Nilanza known for its artistry and innovation. The citizenry are a fine, if eccentric, diverse collection of aesthetic minds and brilliant inventors.
The first tradition, which was shared about 7 days ago, was the Impromptu Poetry Slam and Open Floor. These are - in true Bravuran style - held in coffee houses and wine bars across the city at a moments notice.
The poetry is off-the-cuff and often free expression. The performer delivers his or her work and then selects another attendee at random. Libations are plentiful and nourishment is scarce - it can get pretty silly.
It is supposed a victor is chosen by those who dared performed. It is said the prize is "the proud knowledge of having won". In truth: the competitions conclude with everyone forgetting to vote.
Many thanks to the lovely neighbors who attended our first such event at Argento Watch.
Bravura is a city on the island of Nilanza known for its artistry and innovation. The citizenry are a fine, if eccentric, diverse collection of aesthetic minds and brilliant inventors.
The first tradition, which was shared about 7 days ago, was the Impromptu Poetry Slam and Open Floor. These are - in true Bravuran style - held in coffee houses and wine bars across the city at a moments notice.
The poetry is off-the-cuff and often free expression. The performer delivers his or her work and then selects another attendee at random. Libations are plentiful and nourishment is scarce - it can get pretty silly.
It is supposed a victor is chosen by those who dared performed. It is said the prize is "the proud knowledge of having won". In truth: the competitions conclude with everyone forgetting to vote.
Many thanks to the lovely neighbors who attended our first such event at Argento Watch.
Written By Duarte
Feb. 13, 2018, 1:50 p.m.(3/3/1008 AR)
As I pursue my new endeavor of fanciful poetry, I submit my first work to the whites.
It is the purest fiction, I assure you:
The north tells tales ancient and old;
Of Dragons! Wonders to behold!;
They fly and flame and misery they sow;
To the cries of shame from men down below.
Oh dragon! With maginificent wings and scales of white;
Beautiful and impressive whenever you take flight;
Your troubling mein fills me with fright;
And causes the rally of many a k(night);
To gather their swords for your primum a-glow;
To sacrifice for the good of the world below.
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Please send donations that I may afford time and publication costs to pursue my literary dreams.
It is the purest fiction, I assure you:
The north tells tales ancient and old;
Of Dragons! Wonders to behold!;
They fly and flame and misery they sow;
To the cries of shame from men down below.
Oh dragon! With maginificent wings and scales of white;
Beautiful and impressive whenever you take flight;
Your troubling mein fills me with fright;
And causes the rally of many a k(night);
To gather their swords for your primum a-glow;
To sacrifice for the good of the world below.
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Please send donations that I may afford time and publication costs to pursue my literary dreams.
Written By Duarte
Feb. 13, 2018, 8:36 a.m.(3/2/1008 AR)
How are you? I have not seen you before and assume that you are a newer addition to--
Are you writing this down? I have not yet begu--
Stop th-- - this is not what I came to-- Put the quill down!
I'll just come back later.
Are you writing this down? I have not yet begu--
Stop th-- - this is not what I came to-- Put the quill down!
I'll just come back later.
Written By Duarte
Feb. 8, 2018, 2:10 p.m.(2/21/1008 AR)
No. Not a shadow.
Written By Duarte
Feb. 8, 2018, 5:24 a.m.(2/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ann
Everyone from the Lyceum knows that one.
Written By Duarte
Feb. 8, 2018, 4:03 a.m.(2/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ann
Incorrect.
On both counts.
On both counts.
Written By Duarte
Feb. 7, 2018, 9:46 p.m.(2/19/1008 AR)
For those of you with much time on your hands:
What freezes in the light and melts at night?
What freezes in the light and melts at night?
Written By Duarte
Jan. 31, 2018, 4:34 a.m.(1/25/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Juliana
Whatever will we do with you?
Written By Duarte
Jan. 27, 2018, 2:39 p.m.(1/18/1008 AR)
Upon hearing the news, I was instantly compelled to rush to the scholars and insist upon a scribble in the holy whites:
One is a fool to not give Lottie's Place their patronage.
One is a fool to not give Lottie's Place their patronage.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.