Written By Octavia
Oct. 2, 2022, 10:18 p.m.(6/27/1018 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
Anyone who claims that time heals all wounds is a damn fool. I'm just as angry at you today as I was the day you died. Leave it to a little brother to be dead when he's needed
Written By Octavia
April 14, 2019, 8:06 p.m.(12/4/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
Day by day it seems to get a little easier. I've managed to get whole days without locking myself in the study and weeping for you and Renatta.
Then Darion does something that reminds me of you and it all comes crashing back. He's definitely your son in so many ways. I hope I can teach him not to make the mistakes you did.
Then Darion does something that reminds me of you and it all comes crashing back. He's definitely your son in so many ways. I hope I can teach him not to make the mistakes you did.
Written By Skye
March 20, 2019, 1:37 a.m.(10/9/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
Marquis Ford Kennex was not a close friend of mine. We met socially upon a few occasions and our exchanges were brief. I've had more time with his extended family, many whom I'm rather fond of. His death is a horrible tragedy that should have never happened.
For his murderers who committed this foul deed: You absolute fools. You made him from a mere mortal with flaws like all of us to a shining light against the injustices practiced by thralldom. His name has become a rallying cry for those who would seek its abolition. You have rallied an army of outrage against your cause. Marquis Ford Kennex will live forever in our minds and hearts because your actions have made him a martyr. In the next Assembly of Peers when his family nominates him to be added to the Hall of Heroes, they will have my support.
Your fearmongering and terror that you wished to spread? Know that you failed. We are not afraid. We are resolved. We will lean on our allies to build our defenses against future atrocities. House Blackshore continues to be thrall-free. As a young leader finding her way, I am grateful to the man that came before me and showed me it was possible. Thank you Marquis Ford Kennex for your legacy. Your March inspired my own. I hope that I am worthy enough to continue the journey that you have started.
For his murderers who committed this foul deed: You absolute fools. You made him from a mere mortal with flaws like all of us to a shining light against the injustices practiced by thralldom. His name has become a rallying cry for those who would seek its abolition. You have rallied an army of outrage against your cause. Marquis Ford Kennex will live forever in our minds and hearts because your actions have made him a martyr. In the next Assembly of Peers when his family nominates him to be added to the Hall of Heroes, they will have my support.
Your fearmongering and terror that you wished to spread? Know that you failed. We are not afraid. We are resolved. We will lean on our allies to build our defenses against future atrocities. House Blackshore continues to be thrall-free. As a young leader finding her way, I am grateful to the man that came before me and showed me it was possible. Thank you Marquis Ford Kennex for your legacy. Your March inspired my own. I hope that I am worthy enough to continue the journey that you have started.
Written By Mikani
March 19, 2019, 10:32 a.m.(10/7/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
What can I say about the late Marquis Ford Kennex that hasn't already been said?
When I first met Ford - I didn't know he was a noble. He was of a character that seemed comfortable in any environment. Needless to say we became friends because of our deep appreciation of rum and alcohol in general.
When I became Voice - he was a great help getting my feet under me. To help me understand the importance of enduring change not just quick solutions. How to learn from our combined past to bring a brighter future for my people. How to hold my head high when those around me would seek my downfall. I can never repay him for those invaluable lessons.
There is more I could say - yet I won't. Inside joke and personal moments are for the Black Journals and not the Whites.
What I will do is implore the others of the peerage, newly formed houses to dawn of compact houses and traditional houses to progressive houses, please consider vocally speaking out against violence like this. Speak out against the short minded belief that adding to our diversity makes us weaker. It is our diversity that defines our strength as a Compact. Speak up when there are those who wish to see the peer next to you fail. We need to stand together or I promise you we will perish together. An attack on one of us is an attack on all of us. Long live the Compact.
When I first met Ford - I didn't know he was a noble. He was of a character that seemed comfortable in any environment. Needless to say we became friends because of our deep appreciation of rum and alcohol in general.
When I became Voice - he was a great help getting my feet under me. To help me understand the importance of enduring change not just quick solutions. How to learn from our combined past to bring a brighter future for my people. How to hold my head high when those around me would seek my downfall. I can never repay him for those invaluable lessons.
There is more I could say - yet I won't. Inside joke and personal moments are for the Black Journals and not the Whites.
What I will do is implore the others of the peerage, newly formed houses to dawn of compact houses and traditional houses to progressive houses, please consider vocally speaking out against violence like this. Speak out against the short minded belief that adding to our diversity makes us weaker. It is our diversity that defines our strength as a Compact. Speak up when there are those who wish to see the peer next to you fail. We need to stand together or I promise you we will perish together. An attack on one of us is an attack on all of us. Long live the Compact.
Written By Orathy
March 18, 2019, 5:55 p.m.(10/6/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
Ain't knowin ya, but ya set a good start.
Ya told people we ain't gotta live by the chains yer people put us in.
We ain't gotta be the class we be born in.
Yer death ain't be in vain. Freedom be comin at a cost.
Ya told people we ain't gotta live by the chains yer people put us in.
We ain't gotta be the class we be born in.
Yer death ain't be in vain. Freedom be comin at a cost.
Written By Ian
March 17, 2019, 2:32 p.m.(10/4/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
I guess I should say something about the Marquis.
I won't mourn him the way some will. He was a complicated man, and I saw a lot of sides of him. I know I have friends who'll be happy to hear that he's gone. I hope they'll remember the message his death was intended to send. This was revenge against my House for proving that the Isles can function without thralls. That by setting them free, we'll also untie our own hands.
Anyone who knows me, who knows my brothers or Lady Jan or the Marquis' siblings knows that for better or for worse, there's a stubborn streak that runs through Kennex blood. We're not going away.
Keep pushing. See what happens.
I won't mourn him the way some will. He was a complicated man, and I saw a lot of sides of him. I know I have friends who'll be happy to hear that he's gone. I hope they'll remember the message his death was intended to send. This was revenge against my House for proving that the Isles can function without thralls. That by setting them free, we'll also untie our own hands.
Anyone who knows me, who knows my brothers or Lady Jan or the Marquis' siblings knows that for better or for worse, there's a stubborn streak that runs through Kennex blood. We're not going away.
Keep pushing. See what happens.
Written By Octavia
March 17, 2019, 7:37 a.m.(10/3/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
Our father often warned us that it was easy to make enemies among the peerage, and we had more than one conversation about how the liberation of the thralls had incensed the conservatives of the Isles. You and I both knew that one of them might try something stupid. That didn't prepare me for the day it happened.
We had our differences, but they were differences that made our house stronger. You certainly ruled better than I did, but you ruled even better when we talked about what you were going to do before you did it. We saw things the other didn't. I'm going to miss your counsel, even when it enraged me.
We had our differences, but they were differences that made our house stronger. You certainly ruled better than I did, but you ruled even better when we talked about what you were going to do before you did it. We saw things the other didn't. I'm going to miss your counsel, even when it enraged me.
Written By Vanora
April 10, 2018, 8:52 p.m.(7/12/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
The people of Arvum deserve a good story and I don't mean to deprive them. I'll come up with one, I promise.
Until then however we might have to satisfy ourselves with the truth. Ford Kennex and I make fine friends. If that was enough, we'd have been set.
It was not enough.
Until then however we might have to satisfy ourselves with the truth. Ford Kennex and I make fine friends. If that was enough, we'd have been set.
It was not enough.
Written By Vanora
April 8, 2018, 5 p.m.(7/8/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
He is growing up so quickly, I've heard many mothers say the same of their children.
Thank you for letting me visit today, it means the world.
Thank you for letting me visit today, it means the world.
Written By Orazio
Feb. 9, 2018, 4:25 p.m.(2/23/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
As a small addendum to words I understand that Marquis Ford Kennex has penned:
It must be noted that Master Esra is not a Scholar, nor was he a Scholar at the time his unfortunate ramblings were scattered about the city. He had been removed from that office and that trust before he was expelled from House Wyrmguard due to a pattern of behavior unbecoming of a Disciple of the Faith in general, and a Scholar in specific.
It is highly unlikely that any true Scholar would betray their oaths in such a fashion.
It must be noted that Master Esra is not a Scholar, nor was he a Scholar at the time his unfortunate ramblings were scattered about the city. He had been removed from that office and that trust before he was expelled from House Wyrmguard due to a pattern of behavior unbecoming of a Disciple of the Faith in general, and a Scholar in specific.
It is highly unlikely that any true Scholar would betray their oaths in such a fashion.
Written By Sameera
Dec. 7, 2017, 9:04 p.m.(9/23/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
I am still pretty pissed at you. and here I was thinking of forgiving the things you've done.
Written By Driskell
Oct. 30, 2017, 5:18 p.m.(6/28/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
I delivered a rather old artifact to the Kennex Kay, some say it might be even cursed, after hearing the constant challenges that house have been facing. My hope is that it reminds them of who they are and what they repeatedly do, and hopefully it's not too cursed. I'm not a curse breaker, I suppose that makes me a curse deliverer....which doesn't sound well when I'm reading it. All I'm saying is that it was an appropriate gift for an appropriate time.
When one has their heart open to change, they soon find opportunities arrive in which they can test themselves to either adapt to the storm or be lost to it. All change comes with risks, but then again, all choices carry a cost.
The sigil of house Kennex is a ship upon an ocean carried by a strong gale, their motto is that the winds of change are ever at their back. I find it suitable, considering the changes that the Kennex have begun in regards to Thralldom. May we remember that the Thirteenth desires us to uplift and support one who fails or those that are struggling, for exploiting their weakness for our own gain leads us down the path of corruption and that is certainly a slippery slide to take.
May those who seek knowledge find it, and that this situation shows that the Thirteenth gives strength in dark times. House Kennex is helping to lead the way with the winds of change pushing their advancement and evolution, and I wish them an exciting voyage. Just don't forget the map which leads you back to home and where traditions are. The moment I hear of Thraxans taking up plows, herding cows instead of taking their harvest from the oceans is a day that I'll add salt to the ocean with a tear or two.
Imagine the moment when we all view each other as He views us behind the Mirror and what we could accomplish, together.
I wish you the strongest of storms, Marquis Ford, for that is the only way one can gain an experienced crew.
When one has their heart open to change, they soon find opportunities arrive in which they can test themselves to either adapt to the storm or be lost to it. All change comes with risks, but then again, all choices carry a cost.
The sigil of house Kennex is a ship upon an ocean carried by a strong gale, their motto is that the winds of change are ever at their back. I find it suitable, considering the changes that the Kennex have begun in regards to Thralldom. May we remember that the Thirteenth desires us to uplift and support one who fails or those that are struggling, for exploiting their weakness for our own gain leads us down the path of corruption and that is certainly a slippery slide to take.
May those who seek knowledge find it, and that this situation shows that the Thirteenth gives strength in dark times. House Kennex is helping to lead the way with the winds of change pushing their advancement and evolution, and I wish them an exciting voyage. Just don't forget the map which leads you back to home and where traditions are. The moment I hear of Thraxans taking up plows, herding cows instead of taking their harvest from the oceans is a day that I'll add salt to the ocean with a tear or two.
Imagine the moment when we all view each other as He views us behind the Mirror and what we could accomplish, together.
I wish you the strongest of storms, Marquis Ford, for that is the only way one can gain an experienced crew.
Written By Eleyna
Oct. 28, 2017, 6:23 p.m.(6/24/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
Maybe. If that would be more interesting than being trite and patronizing.
Written By Preston
July 30, 2017, 7:26 a.m.(12/6/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
It would seem that Marquis Ford does not always appreciate my directness. This may be a displeasure I have to live with, but I will try to speak less and listen more in his company in future.
Written By Ian
July 16, 2017, 3:48 p.m.(11/7/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
I know he doesn't approve of me, but I'm not sure how to change that.
Written By Edward
June 19, 2017, 11:13 a.m.(9/6/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
A fun and fantastic pool party hosted by House Kennex was had. The booze flowed and games were played; the food was great. Thank you for a spectacular time Marquis.
Written By Melinda
June 15, 2017, 10:46 p.m.(8/27/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
I met the intriguing Marquis Ford Kennex to arrange for trade between Kennex and Grimhall, now I have so much silk I do not know what to do with it. Are there any familys out there looking for bulk silk? It will be marked up slightly due to expenses.
Written By Artorius
May 21, 2017, 7:26 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
We need to fight one on one my friend.
(P.S ....sorry about your shirt, I know my mud-covered boot messed it up. )
(P.S ....sorry about your shirt, I know my mud-covered boot messed it up. )
Written By Titania
May 18, 2017, 10:09 a.m.(6/25/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
Cousin, but more like a brother to me.
Written By Carita
May 10, 2017, 12:29 p.m.(6/9/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Ford
He called me contemptuous in our only conversation. I batted a glass off a table like a cross cat that's had its tail stepped on. Silly temper of mine. I feel as though I ought to apologize, but, words are fantastically useless when not used with sincerity. Instead, a token of apology, I think. Soon. It has to be perfect.
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