Written By Belladonna
April 16, 2020, 7:59 a.m.(2/15/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
You have shown me that Faith is not about fear, but about hope, and you have taught me that hope is not a fool's endeavor, but a worthwhile pursuit of the strong.
The Mother Mercy is the best the Faith has to offer, and of course she would refuse these compliments, because that is just how she was raised, thanks to the romantic Oathlands, but that does not make me any less right.
If you find yourself wondering what to do with a few minutes of your day, please do find a pen, and write her something nice.
She deserves it.
The Mother Mercy is the best the Faith has to offer, and of course she would refuse these compliments, because that is just how she was raised, thanks to the romantic Oathlands, but that does not make me any less right.
If you find yourself wondering what to do with a few minutes of your day, please do find a pen, and write her something nice.
She deserves it.
Written By Isabeau
April 5, 2020, 9:33 p.m.(1/22/1013 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
There is no more true or steadfast companion than my dear Sophie. Though she may be younger than me, she is wiser by far. She is truly blessed by the gods and I am truly blessed to call her my sister.
Written By Isidora
Jan. 13, 2020, 11:24 a.m.(7/21/1012 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
I have been given the greatest honor by Lagoma through her servant my cousin Sophie. She has made me her Hand in the Mercies and I am honored to help her as she walks her path and help those other Mercies as they learn to heal and learn to be agents of holy change. I do not usually gush yet this honor I am finding hard to come at with my usual stoic grace. I can only hope that my family understands this outburst.
Written By Bhandn
July 9, 2019, 11:35 p.m.(6/8/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
I greatly enjoyed my long overdue talk over tea with our Mother Mercy. While it was a bit disappointing that no one intruded upon our discussion, as I rather wanted to see if any of my colleagues would be brazen enough to desire the consequences of which I gave warning, the conversation itself was more than worth the wait. Not only will I have to remember to bring only honey, and much more than I did today -- we both take quite a bit of it, it turns out -- but I will have to bring a second pot, to set on the fire while we enjoy the first.
Let this record show she has my support, after what we discussed today. I very much look forward to another such talk, when time allows.
Let this record show she has my support, after what we discussed today. I very much look forward to another such talk, when time allows.
Written By Saoirse
June 20, 2019, 9:11 p.m.(4/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
What an awful dream.
Written By Alecstazi
June 20, 2019, 6:38 p.m.(4/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
How odd indeed, to be on the waking mind of the Mother Mercy. It did not seem to be a particularly pleasant dream, however, so I begin to wonder if there is need for apology.
But which would apologize to whom?
But which would apologize to whom?
Written By Willow
June 15, 2019, 3:31 a.m.(4/15/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
Every time I meet Sister Sophie again, I am taken anew by her warmth and kindness and the /energy/ she exudes. I don't know if I would have guessed at Mother Mercy being young if I had been asked to picture what I thought the first among Mercies might be like, but somehow when you meet her, no, it isn't necessarily what you pictured but somehow is perfect in ways you might not even have thought of.
Written By Preston
June 7, 2019, 5:30 a.m.(3/27/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
We are often mediators, but neutral? I do not think so. Where the children are errant, a parent must correct. So it is with the Faith and the Faithful. There is a reason the Legates are Mother and Father, the flock Children, and the Godsworn Brothers and Sisters. We are a family. And in that there are rules. And there are standards.
Written By Thena
June 6, 2019, 9:06 p.m.(3/26/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
One grows accustomed. Mostly.
Written By Brigida
May 18, 2019, 4:01 p.m.(2/16/1011 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
Not all miracles are big ones.
Thank you
Thank you
Written By Corban
April 15, 2019, 9:09 a.m.(12/5/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
How happy I am for the Mother Mercy, who has cast off the title of "Princess" and traded it in for the title of "Sister."
Sophie was always devout, as one must be given her job. But to take the next step and become a priestess of the Pantheon is the ultimate dedication to her craft and to her position.
It is a great sacrifice. But it is one that will benefit the People of Arx and the Compact more than they can know right now.
Welcome, Sister Sophie. I am glad to call you my friend.
Sophie was always devout, as one must be given her job. But to take the next step and become a priestess of the Pantheon is the ultimate dedication to her craft and to her position.
It is a great sacrifice. But it is one that will benefit the People of Arx and the Compact more than they can know right now.
Welcome, Sister Sophie. I am glad to call you my friend.
Written By Bliss
April 14, 2019, 2:34 p.m.(12/4/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
Godsworn, King's Own, Whisper.
Three groups who dedicate our lives to the service of others. It is impossible to not reflect on such things whenever I have the opportunity to watch someone take their vows, hear them echo in my very soul, and see them leave what was behind in the embrace of something new. Each of the three groups tends to draw from a different source, of course, but we share much in common. It always feels easy to relate to them.
Though there is some difference, of course - those who were once Whispers can leave without the same stigma, though they will not be allowed to come back to the House proper, but still, any of the secrets which we learn and ask to be kept secret are expected to be held in silence for the rest our lives. Some things never go away, and time in this House shapes everyone who leaves it.
The King's Own serve the Crown, of course. They are ready and willing to give up their lives in service to the King, to fight impossible battles to keep another alive, to make sure that their personal loyalties and past lives will never conflict with the interest of their charge.
The Godsworn, though. What a varied group. From those who feel it is the best way to live their lives because they cannot find other opportunity, to those who have every opportunity in the world and pass it to answer a call that is beyond them, there is such a diversity and strength in it within their ranks. All held together by the Faith, by fighting for what's good for us in each of their own ways. They recognize the call to something larger and embrace it fully, and give their lives to it.
Sister Sophie, I am proud of you. I know what you gave up, I know how long it took for you to be sure this was the right choice, and I know the thought and effort you put in to prepare yourself for this and make sure you would be able to do this in the best capacity you could. The world will be a better place because of the choice you made.
Three groups who dedicate our lives to the service of others. It is impossible to not reflect on such things whenever I have the opportunity to watch someone take their vows, hear them echo in my very soul, and see them leave what was behind in the embrace of something new. Each of the three groups tends to draw from a different source, of course, but we share much in common. It always feels easy to relate to them.
Though there is some difference, of course - those who were once Whispers can leave without the same stigma, though they will not be allowed to come back to the House proper, but still, any of the secrets which we learn and ask to be kept secret are expected to be held in silence for the rest our lives. Some things never go away, and time in this House shapes everyone who leaves it.
The King's Own serve the Crown, of course. They are ready and willing to give up their lives in service to the King, to fight impossible battles to keep another alive, to make sure that their personal loyalties and past lives will never conflict with the interest of their charge.
The Godsworn, though. What a varied group. From those who feel it is the best way to live their lives because they cannot find other opportunity, to those who have every opportunity in the world and pass it to answer a call that is beyond them, there is such a diversity and strength in it within their ranks. All held together by the Faith, by fighting for what's good for us in each of their own ways. They recognize the call to something larger and embrace it fully, and give their lives to it.
Sister Sophie, I am proud of you. I know what you gave up, I know how long it took for you to be sure this was the right choice, and I know the thought and effort you put in to prepare yourself for this and make sure you would be able to do this in the best capacity you could. The world will be a better place because of the choice you made.
Written By Sorrel
April 12, 2019, 3:56 p.m.(11/28/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
It is a good feeling to feel hope. To feel alive and good. To feel the warmth of the light despite the cold of the weather.
Little boy and baby sister went with me to see Cousin Sophie walk in the light and take her vows as Godsworn in a beautiful ceremony. We were very well-behaved and enjoyed it greatly. It was a wondrous good.
Little boy and baby sister went with me to see Cousin Sophie walk in the light and take her vows as Godsworn in a beautiful ceremony. We were very well-behaved and enjoyed it greatly. It was a wondrous good.
Written By Bliss
April 7, 2019, 6 p.m.(11/18/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
There are some people for whom the call is so obvious, so strong, that we cannot help but cheer and applaud as they heed it. Princess Sophie is the embodiment of what it means to be a Mercy in so many ways, and this next step she is taking is one which will do us all good. I am incredibly proud of her.
Written By Corban
Feb. 1, 2019, 5:08 p.m.(6/28/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
With the Mother Mercy's duties throughout Arvum, it was not surprising that I would not have seen her for some time. But now that Princess Sophie is back in Arx, I am so glad to be able to get to spend time with her. We were friends in childhood, and that bond, it seems, is indelible. Our times over tea are some of my favorite in a week.
The Mercies, Lagoma, and the Compact are lucky to have her at the helm.
The Mercies, Lagoma, and the Compact are lucky to have her at the helm.
Written By Edain
Jan. 29, 2019, 8:39 a.m.(6/21/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
Wait....
That is what happened to Winnie? I feel as if I should grab Prince Beaumont and begin the Crusade for Great Valardin Justice anew!
That is what happened to Winnie? I feel as if I should grab Prince Beaumont and begin the Crusade for Great Valardin Justice anew!
Written By River
Nov. 30, 2018, 3:29 a.m.(2/2/1010 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
The Mercies have been so kind in helping me try and handle osme fo het things that have happened to me recently, most noteably Mother Sophie.
She. She has had a true bit of compassion for me that shows why she holds the position that she does. NOt even t ospeak f oher skill in what she does.
She deserves all the thanks I can give her even though I don't think we found a salution to the problem specificly.
She. She has had a true bit of compassion for me that shows why she holds the position that she does. NOt even t ospeak f oher skill in what she does.
She deserves all the thanks I can give her even though I don't think we found a salution to the problem specificly.
Written By Alis
Sept. 26, 2018, 4:12 p.m.(9/4/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
It is my most fervent hope that we will always remain strong as a family. Brothers, sisters, cousins no matter how many times removed. Our love and loyalty to one another is steadfast, as it should be.
Ellara has also started referring to you as Cousin Booboo, since you are one of only two she will allow near any of her cuts and bruises. The other being Marquessa Reigna of course.
Ellara has also started referring to you as Cousin Booboo, since you are one of only two she will allow near any of her cuts and bruises. The other being Marquessa Reigna of course.
Written By Isabeau
Sept. 26, 2018, 10:26 a.m.(9/4/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
No matter the trials set before us or the changes that Lagoma ushers us through, you will always be my sweet little sister and I will always love you.
Written By Echo
Jan. 28, 2018, 2:53 a.m.(1/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Sophie
I know I'm taking your comment a bit too literally, but it provides a nice transition into my thoughts: I've recently hit new heights and am happy to help others get better before the war breaks out. If anyone is wanting to improve with the larger variety of weapons, send a message my way and I'll see if I can teach you a thing or two!
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