Written By Rinel
May 16, 2020, 4:51 a.m.(4/19/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
It was not my experience, as a disciple of Lord Vellichor, that any of us viewed our service to Him as anything other than a gift. Foolishness, when preserved, is as valuable a gift to future generations as wisdom. There is as much virtue in a cairn that indicates a hidden crevasse as there is in one pointing the way to a sheltered cleft within the mountainside.
It was my experience, as a disciple of Lord Vellichor, that many of us prized the virtue of brevity.
It was my experience, as a disciple of Lord Vellichor, that many of us prized the virtue of brevity.
Written By Shard
May 15, 2020, 7:51 p.m.(4/18/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
Where to start?
I think I'll start with this: I don't pity the Scholars for doing their job, and I think it's at least a little demeaning to do that, as though Scholars are servants that other people, always other people, aren't treating right. The poor, poor dears. Not you, of course. You're commenting on the contents of other people's journals, having Scholars bring them to you so that you can read them, or asking the Scholars what people have been writing, which I imagine does require some checking. Scholars are not anyone's servants, they've devoted themselves to carrying out Vellichor's work, and they chose to do that. Everyone chooses to be godsworn, even when there's a lot of pressure. It's one of the only ways for a commoner to be respected in the eyes of the Peerage, since the conversation has been about who, and who does not, deserve that respect.
It also makes very little sense to me to brag about it. I'm sure that some do, but I've never encountered an Archlector or a Legate who went around talking about how wonderful it was, what a great sacrifice it was, for them personally to join the Faith. Preston almost always seems aggravatingly self-righteous, but I've never seen him brag. Gloria's might, destroy the heretics, spread the light of the Faith via the sword if necessary, and so on, but none of that is bragging. It's just annoying. Although, there are quite a number of people that enjoy reading or hearing it, so I also suppose that there are people somewhere that enjoy whatever it is that you're doing here.
A Scholar can obviously correct me if I'm mistaken here, but Vellichor doesn't ask for us to only write nice things. He doesn't ask us to only read our own journals, or only read other journals for some sort of enlightenment, or to not have conversations through them. He doesn't ask us not to be rude. He doesn't ask us not to make ourselves look like idiots. He asks us to write as much of ourselves down in our own words as we can. He asks us who we are, so other people can know who we are. Vellichor isn't about high minded intellectual exchanges, or social niceties, or writing at least somewhat decent poetry that doesn't embarrass everyone who reads it. No, those are the rules of the nobility. Nobles insist on decorum and get flustered when nobles aren't adhering to that in public, that's not something the godsworn should care about when it comes to White Journals, otherwise why would anyone who wasn't a noble be asked to write them?
You brought up Skald, well Skald's not about making /good/ choices. Making good choices is great, but Skald is Choice. Vellichor is Knowledge. People can choose to write in whatever fucking tone they want to write in. And, with some exceptions, they can also choose to write whatever the fuck they want to write about.
If I ever have children, yes, I want them to look at these and know who I am and who I was. I want them to know me. I don't want them to know some sanitized version of me, someone who wrote things a certain way so that other people wouldn't get the vapors. I want them to see me being an asshole. I want them to see me saying things that I've been spit on for. I want them to see all the people who start angry scribbling about how I should go back and live in the woods. The people I've had thoughtful conversations with. The things I wrote when I was upset, the things I wrote when I was lonely, the things I wrote when I was missing my people. I want them to see that page where all I did was write the word 'no'. That's me. And yes, I often write /at/ people, and often, if nothing else, to make them angry. That's me too.
My parents couldn't write journals, so there's nothing of them for me to read, and I would have wanted to read that. All of that. I want to know who they were as people and I will never know. So if I have kids, they'll know. They'll know me.
And they'll know that this is how I wrote my real name, by writing exactly who I am. Just not always in the Whites.
I think I'll start with this: I don't pity the Scholars for doing their job, and I think it's at least a little demeaning to do that, as though Scholars are servants that other people, always other people, aren't treating right. The poor, poor dears. Not you, of course. You're commenting on the contents of other people's journals, having Scholars bring them to you so that you can read them, or asking the Scholars what people have been writing, which I imagine does require some checking. Scholars are not anyone's servants, they've devoted themselves to carrying out Vellichor's work, and they chose to do that. Everyone chooses to be godsworn, even when there's a lot of pressure. It's one of the only ways for a commoner to be respected in the eyes of the Peerage, since the conversation has been about who, and who does not, deserve that respect.
It also makes very little sense to me to brag about it. I'm sure that some do, but I've never encountered an Archlector or a Legate who went around talking about how wonderful it was, what a great sacrifice it was, for them personally to join the Faith. Preston almost always seems aggravatingly self-righteous, but I've never seen him brag. Gloria's might, destroy the heretics, spread the light of the Faith via the sword if necessary, and so on, but none of that is bragging. It's just annoying. Although, there are quite a number of people that enjoy reading or hearing it, so I also suppose that there are people somewhere that enjoy whatever it is that you're doing here.
A Scholar can obviously correct me if I'm mistaken here, but Vellichor doesn't ask for us to only write nice things. He doesn't ask us to only read our own journals, or only read other journals for some sort of enlightenment, or to not have conversations through them. He doesn't ask us not to be rude. He doesn't ask us not to make ourselves look like idiots. He asks us to write as much of ourselves down in our own words as we can. He asks us who we are, so other people can know who we are. Vellichor isn't about high minded intellectual exchanges, or social niceties, or writing at least somewhat decent poetry that doesn't embarrass everyone who reads it. No, those are the rules of the nobility. Nobles insist on decorum and get flustered when nobles aren't adhering to that in public, that's not something the godsworn should care about when it comes to White Journals, otherwise why would anyone who wasn't a noble be asked to write them?
You brought up Skald, well Skald's not about making /good/ choices. Making good choices is great, but Skald is Choice. Vellichor is Knowledge. People can choose to write in whatever fucking tone they want to write in. And, with some exceptions, they can also choose to write whatever the fuck they want to write about.
If I ever have children, yes, I want them to look at these and know who I am and who I was. I want them to know me. I don't want them to know some sanitized version of me, someone who wrote things a certain way so that other people wouldn't get the vapors. I want them to see me being an asshole. I want them to see me saying things that I've been spit on for. I want them to see all the people who start angry scribbling about how I should go back and live in the woods. The people I've had thoughtful conversations with. The things I wrote when I was upset, the things I wrote when I was lonely, the things I wrote when I was missing my people. I want them to see that page where all I did was write the word 'no'. That's me. And yes, I often write /at/ people, and often, if nothing else, to make them angry. That's me too.
My parents couldn't write journals, so there's nothing of them for me to read, and I would have wanted to read that. All of that. I want to know who they were as people and I will never know. So if I have kids, they'll know. They'll know me.
And they'll know that this is how I wrote my real name, by writing exactly who I am. Just not always in the Whites.
Written By Rinel
May 5, 2020, 6:25 a.m.(3/25/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
Find your way to the Lady Gild instead and start handing out coats to those in the Lowers. It's still winter.
Your wardrobe can wait.
Your wardrobe can wait.
Written By Ravna
May 4, 2020, 3:47 p.m.(3/24/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
The Truest Love, if ever there was one. Yes. Absolutely. Mhm. Yes. She, like Me, forges her own Way; yes, mhm. Certainly. Odd thing, about this love, you know? Yes, hear me out now though, truly - like a, uh, you know how a drink sometimes, just, you feel *good* after? Not drunk, not quite tipsy, but that places riiiiiiiight before there? That is this. But better? Truly. Maybe. Absolutely. She is very fond of Nice Things, mhm, but - and this is the Big But: She will walk The Road with me, mhm. Quite. But, and this is another Big But: She is real. Truly real. Really real. Not the real of like, you know, wondering if it's real and always wondering if it's real, it's that real that bonds in your brain as - truly real. She the person, Dianna, not The Godsworn or Myziantettle - however you say that name. Mhm. But, yes, truly true. Like a peach made from peaches, you know? ...What do you mean that dosn't make sense? It makes absolute sense. A peach made from peaches, as opposed to, I dunno - rotten apples. Or potatoes.
Why do you roll your eyes?
She says I am, very blessed, lucky even, oh yes, quite the lucky one, me. Has nothing to do with silver, or gold, though. Deep roots grow tall trees, yeah? She thinks her roots are dead, or hacked away, hahahaahaaaaaa! Girrrrl! Barely sees what I see. Mhm. Big trees, indeedly.
Why do you roll your eyes?
She says I am, very blessed, lucky even, oh yes, quite the lucky one, me. Has nothing to do with silver, or gold, though. Deep roots grow tall trees, yeah? She thinks her roots are dead, or hacked away, hahahaahaaaaaa! Girrrrl! Barely sees what I see. Mhm. Big trees, indeedly.
Written By Raja
May 3, 2020, 10:39 p.m.(3/23/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
This is a beautiful and amazing woman! She is so eloquent and well-spoken, yet so humble and so much fun to be around. No wonder my brother loves her so dearly.
Written By Strozza
March 16, 2020, 8:56 a.m.(12/9/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
Dear Patata, I miss you often. I hope your heart is eased.
Written By Dycard
Feb. 24, 2020, 12:11 p.m.(10/23/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
I do so enjoy our dances, Sister Dianna - even if happenstance stole the chance of an actual dance away from me.
I confess that in large part, this game is just that - a chase, a pleasant distraction from the dour seriousness of obligation.
But, having attended your ceremony, having heard what you said to your reflection - and your reaction to Revell's breach of decorum - I have to admit, I find myself increasingly interested in getting to know you better.
Either way, you -are- a most pleasant distraction. We must have that dance sometime.
I confess that in large part, this game is just that - a chase, a pleasant distraction from the dour seriousness of obligation.
But, having attended your ceremony, having heard what you said to your reflection - and your reaction to Revell's breach of decorum - I have to admit, I find myself increasingly interested in getting to know you better.
Either way, you -are- a most pleasant distraction. We must have that dance sometime.
Written By Revell
Feb. 24, 2020, 6:19 a.m.(10/23/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
SUBJECT: SISTER DIANNA GODSWORN
I like to pretend that I know people, but in reality, I am sure many of my readings of others are awfully wrong. That's what addendums are for, though!
I met Sister Dianna at about the same time that I met Lord Dycard Blackshore, and despite spending almost an entire day with the pair, I still don't really know what to make of the better half. I'm talking about Dianna, of course.
Every time she speaks, I find myself uncertain if there is any merit to her words or if she is lying through her teeth to appear like a pleasant, warm soul that others can flock to. I am sure you know the type. They say whatever is needed to diffuse any tension while simutaniously making you like them more - usually within the same breath!
I know this all sounds very damning, but it isn't meant to be. I like being in Dianna's presence - it's always an interesting time when she's involved. And so what if some of her persona may be faked? I am sure she still brings brightness into the lives she touches and that there is no malice behind her actions, so who would I be to scoff at that?
What it does is make me feel sorry for her. As a Mirrormask, I am sure she spends a lot of time staring at her own reflection, and with the carefully cultivated image she presents others with-- well, I imagine it being hard on her. Facing your sins, your most foul thoughts, and being unable to share them with anyone. Perhaps, she even surpresses them, maybe even to the point where she doesn't realise it! Ironic, for a Mirrormask, but not impossible.
Anyone who wants that badly to be good has to suffer.
I'll talk about this a little more in another entry, but during an event all about "Meditating on your reflections' I accidentally made a fool of myself and in the process managed to say something that struck something within Dianna. I would have liked to figure out what that means, but alas, I never did.
All in all, I would say that Dianna is somebody whom I admire.
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Ah. Note to self: She's also very charitable. I plan on paying her back the 3000 silver that she loaned me (Don't fight me on this, Dianna) once I've started making a profit off of my business.
I like to pretend that I know people, but in reality, I am sure many of my readings of others are awfully wrong. That's what addendums are for, though!
I met Sister Dianna at about the same time that I met Lord Dycard Blackshore, and despite spending almost an entire day with the pair, I still don't really know what to make of the better half. I'm talking about Dianna, of course.
Every time she speaks, I find myself uncertain if there is any merit to her words or if she is lying through her teeth to appear like a pleasant, warm soul that others can flock to. I am sure you know the type. They say whatever is needed to diffuse any tension while simutaniously making you like them more - usually within the same breath!
I know this all sounds very damning, but it isn't meant to be. I like being in Dianna's presence - it's always an interesting time when she's involved. And so what if some of her persona may be faked? I am sure she still brings brightness into the lives she touches and that there is no malice behind her actions, so who would I be to scoff at that?
What it does is make me feel sorry for her. As a Mirrormask, I am sure she spends a lot of time staring at her own reflection, and with the carefully cultivated image she presents others with-- well, I imagine it being hard on her. Facing your sins, your most foul thoughts, and being unable to share them with anyone. Perhaps, she even surpresses them, maybe even to the point where she doesn't realise it! Ironic, for a Mirrormask, but not impossible.
Anyone who wants that badly to be good has to suffer.
I'll talk about this a little more in another entry, but during an event all about "Meditating on your reflections' I accidentally made a fool of myself and in the process managed to say something that struck something within Dianna. I would have liked to figure out what that means, but alas, I never did.
All in all, I would say that Dianna is somebody whom I admire.
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Ah. Note to self: She's also very charitable. I plan on paying her back the 3000 silver that she loaned me (Don't fight me on this, Dianna) once I've started making a profit off of my business.
Written By Ashur
Jan. 5, 2020, 7:16 p.m.(7/5/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
I don't believe it is possible for a greater caliber of friend to exist... than the caliber of friend that is Dianna Godsworn.
Written By Sanya
Dec. 30, 2019, 1:26 p.m.(6/20/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
Your words for my duchess are kind, Sister. And it warms my heart to read them.
That being said, I believe she is well loved. Not by all, since as you say it is not possible. But as well loved as one could be. And deservedly so.
That being said, I believe she is well loved. Not by all, since as you say it is not possible. But as well loved as one could be. And deservedly so.
Written By Drusila
Dec. 22, 2019, 4:22 p.m.(6/4/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
I had my first encounter with one of the Mirrormasks while I was enjoying the starlight in the observatory. It was a very interesting experience and I'm left wondering if all the reflections I'll encounter will be quite as dramatic.
Written By Hamish
Dec. 1, 2019, 7:26 p.m.(4/19/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
So ends the life of Lady Dianna Mazetti and begins that of Sister Dianna Godsworn.
Written By Preston
Dec. 1, 2019, 5:52 p.m.(4/19/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
A new sister. It shall be interesting to see how she develops - the first period after your vows is never easy. You never realise how much you don't know until others look to you with expectation of ideological and theological saviour. But I have no doubt she will take well to it and will be dedicated. A welcome and most interesting new sibling in the Faith.
Written By Brigida
Dec. 1, 2019, 9:08 a.m.(4/18/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
So now we have a new Sister joining the Godsworn in the form of Sister Dianna. The ceremony swearing her in reminded me of my Vows taken many years ago although I did not have royalty attend mine.
It warms my heart (which is not made of stone or thorns or iron) to see the Faithful enriched by such a capable young woman.
It warms my heart (which is not made of stone or thorns or iron) to see the Faithful enriched by such a capable young woman.
Written By Dio
Nov. 29, 2019, 4:03 p.m.(4/14/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
Congratulations, Lioness.
Don't let them tame you.
Don't let them tame you.
Written By Strozza
Nov. 20, 2019, 3:55 p.m.(3/24/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
Dear cousin, favored. You appear to have found what you need but ever you seem troubled.
I would have you burden me with your troubles, so that I can aid or alleviate.
Dearest Dianna - I shall ever stand to protect your heart and I hope that you find your way through darkness that shrouds the future.
I shall bear the torch for you, dearest cousin. You shall not travel alone.
I would have you burden me with your troubles, so that I can aid or alleviate.
Dearest Dianna - I shall ever stand to protect your heart and I hope that you find your way through darkness that shrouds the future.
I shall bear the torch for you, dearest cousin. You shall not travel alone.
Written By Strozza
Nov. 11, 2019, 3:06 p.m.(3/6/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
Oh dear, sweet reminder of a sweeter time that I knew not was until age began to gnaw at me.
You are so hurt, so tired. I would carry your heart in my hands to alleviate you of the weight.
Most favored of my cousins - fear not, for Strozza is here and he shall shield you against all harms that would rend you asunder.
You are so hurt, so tired. I would carry your heart in my hands to alleviate you of the weight.
Most favored of my cousins - fear not, for Strozza is here and he shall shield you against all harms that would rend you asunder.
Written By Strozza
Nov. 7, 2019, 2:18 p.m.(2/26/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
So good to see her again, it is as if we were back in Ostria.
Written By Cambria
Sept. 29, 2019, 6:53 p.m.(12/5/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
Dianna has returned to Arx a changed woman.
Or perhaps that is not entirely accurate.
Dianna has returned to Arx a woman evolved. My faith in her has never been misplaced, nor shall it ever be.
Or perhaps that is not entirely accurate.
Dianna has returned to Arx a woman evolved. My faith in her has never been misplaced, nor shall it ever be.
Written By Hadrian
July 27, 2019, 9:49 a.m.(7/16/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
Your sister has attained your #1 position. That, of course, means that you've been lodged into the #2 position. Not all hope is lost, though! There is still plenty of opportunity to regain your favored place among the pair of you.
The big kid table awaits.
The big kid table awaits.
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