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Written By Achard

July 9, 2021, 4:54 p.m.(10/21/1015 AR)

Stalwart held his longest charge yet while carrying me in full armor. He is an amazing horse even for an Oathlands mount. I will need to take him out on one of these field expeditions soon. He is ready for battle. Still have not gotten by sword from Felix, but I am sure it is coming. We will soon have the chance to ride into combat together. I am also working on my own endurance, which seems a laughable statement following discussion of the horse's endless reserves, but I have been out training all day several times lately without flagging.

Written By Achard

June 27, 2021, 10:20 a.m.(9/24/1015 AR)

I have taught Stalwart to rear and to lash out with his front hooves. Amazing how hard it can be to stay seated during all that while in full armor, even though i do not even have the full-sized sword yet. Felix was working on it, though, and I know he is busy now what with becoming an Archlector and all. We will see if it still arrjves, but at least I have a new weapon in the mix.

Written By Achard

May 7, 2021, 6:28 p.m.(6/7/1015 AR)

Still need to get the sword, but I now have a full suit of plate. I rode Stalwart with it for the first time this week and he did not even blink. Instead, he actually seemed eager to gallop and we made thunder across a meadow. He has taken well to the lance and responds to my legs reliably, so the boy is passing every test. I can hope to make him into a mount to be envied.

The other animals are doing well and my practice with the bow continues. In the end, I expect to use this less, but it is a useful skill on the road or when besieged. I will also be well prepared for sea travel this way, I hope, able to contribute even when we have not closed.

Georgine is doing well and we are not hurting for money, so I am finding nothing to complain about lately. We shall pray it lasts.

Written By Achard

April 28, 2021, 6:44 p.m.(5/17/1015 AR)

Stalwart is training for the lance, now. He is an avalanche when he charges, a mountain of flesh, and I am more than pleased. I have to get that armor finished, but I am closing on being ready. The new sword is the desert for all the hard work and I am eager for the day. Beyond all this, Georgine is doing very well and home is happy. I hope to take a trip to see home soon, Sir Reggie and the country air. Oh! I have also taken up archery and will work to polish this skill as well.

Written By Achard

April 24, 2021, 7:29 a.m.(5/8/1015 AR)

I have been in Arx for months now. Georgine is working on my armor with Master Felix as I have no talent for fashioning things. I work on my sword and my other training, an ongoing and endless round of swing and block and ride. Many speak of the war to come and I am well prepared to serve my duty to the Duke. I want more, though. I want to be a champion and so I train and I earn and invest in the best of blade and shield that I can possible reach for. Stalwart gets stronger as he matures, too, and if we go to battle, he will be a juggernaut of flesh and steel that will smash enemy lines like haystacks. I hope there will soon be a test of my skills, yet I feel I am not yet even close to the limits I can reach for.

Written By Achard

March 13, 2021, 9:43 a.m.(2/9/1015 AR)

Not much new yet, but I have been continuing Stalwart's training as well as my own. Georgine has been busy with her shop and her new clothing line, so I am mostly practicing arms, strength and the horse. The call has yet to go out for knights in the field, but it could come any day and I want to be ready to stand against the enemies of Laurent. We will have nothing to be ashamed of when Sir Reggie finally makes it to Arx!

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