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Written By Luis

July 31, 2022, 8:22 p.m.(2/13/1018 AR)

Relationship Note on Raven

An interesting fighter, in a good way. I look forward to seeing how she continues to apply herself all across the compact. Likely another rising star in the making.

Written By Luis

July 31, 2022, 8:21 p.m.(2/13/1018 AR)

A mighty naval battle and it was with some trepidation that I awaited news of the results. There is much to be done now, with the turning of coats and the like. I am grateful that my family has returned home safely. Now to help aid those whom have not.

Written By Luis

June 19, 2022, 9:20 p.m.(11/11/1017 AR)

Relationship Note on Juliana

I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.
I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.
I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.
I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.
I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.
I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.
I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.
I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.
I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.
I apologize for having steel armour made for the children.

In my defence, I thought it would be a great idea... I just didn't realize... how loud and painful it would be...

Written By Luis

June 19, 2022, 8:25 p.m.(11/11/1017 AR)

It is good to be back in Arx again and to reconnect with those whom have been managing through these trying times. So few familiar faces and many more names added to the records of those lost.

Too many names.

Too many friends have fallen.

I shall endeavour to find an answer through these dark times.

Written By Luis

July 31, 2020, 3:31 p.m.(10/4/1013 AR)

Relationship Note on Juliana

My lovely wife, if it wasn't for our union, I fear I would have done something tragically stupid by now. You are one whom has helped ground me, to ensure I do not fly so high that I burn in the sun's heat. And yet, you are also the one whom understands me more than any other. We lay awake at night discussing the minutia of the world and we see it, you see it, and it helps me to see it as you do and as it should be seen. Such a sparring partner of words and concepts, I once again must say that I am so entirely thankful for what we have together. I do hope that others will find their pair as we have, though not with you because well, we are what we are.

Thank you.

Written By Luis

June 21, 2020, 9:08 p.m.(7/8/1013 AR)

At what point does a couple decide that they've had enough children? Do we continue till fate steps in and no more are to be had, or is three enough? I would like to think that three is enough. I fear that even at what some may say is a small number, that I find myself already stretched thin with attempting to spend time with each of them equally throughout the day. How do those whom have more, find such time?

Written By Luis

June 14, 2020, 10:33 p.m.(6/22/1013 AR)

Relationship Note on Juliana

My dearest wife, you have no idea how pleased I was this year to not only remember your birthday, but also to have an opportunity to make it special for you. I do hope that this public declaration will encourage other terrible spouses like myself to check their calendars every now and again. Or to hire someone to do it for them.

Written By Luis

May 31, 2020, 7:49 p.m.(5/22/1013 AR)

Another year passes and we find ourselves caught up in further crazy things that just happen to Arvum... One would begin to wonder if the whole land is cursed. Still, I suppose it is good to know that we shall never suffer from boredom in this land.

Written By Luis

April 28, 2019, 10:43 p.m.(1/4/1011 AR)

Relationship Note on Juliana

And so we are married, dear Juliana, though I fear that already I have broken out in strange markings... though I am being intentionally vague at this point for the better story and to leave such imaginations to the fancies of the readers. Though just as we shall deal with these, I do know that we shall find ourselves united against many of the hardships that still lay before us, and I cannot think of anyone better to have at my side through them all.

Written By Luis

Feb. 10, 2019, 11:55 p.m.(7/19/1010 AR)

Marriages, they're always much more interesting when they're not your own. Not that I am worried, or feel any less excitement for mine own, I merely find that with others there was surprisingly a lot less anxiety and planning involved. I do not think my sword has ever been so sharp, nor my armor so well polished than it has in the last few months as a distraction from that which is foreign.

Written By Luis

Jan. 27, 2019, 11:36 p.m.(6/19/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Lucita

My sister, you have been busy, and now I find myself in the strangest of positions, having to ask you for marital advice in the midst of mine own preparations. Tho those whom have not had the opportunity to truly experience how well she will speak for hours about a single topic, never dissuaded... well I suppose that's something that only a brother can comment upon.

Written By Luis

Nov. 25, 2018, 11:48 p.m.(1/22/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Carmen

I am glad to hear that you have been inundated with a source of Winter cloaks. May you find warmth this season!

Written By Luis

Nov. 19, 2018, 12:58 a.m.(1/8/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Carmen

An interesting character. I do hope she finds her furs, it is not good to wander about the Winter nights without a proper source of warmth... If only there were a proper person whom could help the Lieutenant out.



Oh wait...

Written By Luis

Nov. 19, 2018, 12:58 a.m.(1/8/1010 AR)

The Lodge still stands. Such a marvel to see the compact rally and once again defend itself from the darkness that threatens us constantly. Where will they strike next? We shall have to always remain vigilant.

Written By Luis

Nov. 4, 2018, 7:25 p.m.(12/7/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Harald

There are moments in our lives where life stands still and we are presented wisdom in multitude, oft thrust upon us unexpectedly.

So it is that I found myself witnessing the passing of a Duke amidst the ending of a cultist threat and the meaning of life did take but a dark blow. So sudden was it over, so swiftly was it complete, that there are lingering after-images that will be carried with me for some time. Your fought well, you struck your opponent in the end and emerged the victor, and thus you may carry such a victory through unto your return.

I salute your passing and may your lineage and the wisdom that you have passed on only be the greater for your line.

Written By Luis

Nov. 1, 2018, 11:15 p.m.(12/2/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Quenia

Dearest Cousin,

Please do not leave vague entries in your journal. I have had several people ask me 'What did I do this time?" and while they may not entirely be in the wrong to think such things, I would rather have done something to warrant such a question.

Though I do understand your situation and as I wrote before, do not hesitate to send such things my way, I shall ensure that you will never find yourself in a situation where you find the subject lacking, again. I will sort the wheat from the chaff, or the cucumbers from the underdeveloped carrots as it were.

We shall never be quenched... by small carrots.

Written By Luis

Oct. 28, 2018, 10:09 p.m.(11/22/1009 AR)

Another successful trip to the homelands. The company that came with us was rather skilled and adaptable to the needs of the situation and we were able to add more members to the Compact while avoiding fighting, this time.

We can only pray that the taint of the deceased Gyre has been dealt with and that we can now move forward into the next calamity.

Thanks be unto Lord Valdemar Grimhall, Lady Miranda Rubino, Lord Cullen Greenmarch, Lord Vitalis Mazetti, Sir Jordan Ober, and Mister Faruq for all your aid in the adventures.

Written By Luis

Oct. 7, 2018, 11:59 p.m.(9/27/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Quenia

As always, my cousin, the marvelous Marquessa, has carried the house through more trying times. Though I do wonder about her current state of seeking a spouse. As someone whom does enjoy the chase I fear that I have watched her trip and fall and stumble about like a newly born fawn. It would be adorable, were she not the landed power in Granato. I feel as though I must set up a proper match for her, so for all those unwed men out there looking for something more secure, do seek me out and I shall veto your skills and abilities prior to setting you up for a time with my cousin.

Seems like the only way this is going to end without someone getting run through with a blade...

Written By Luis

Sept. 30, 2018, 3:59 p.m.(9/12/1009 AR)

Someone pointed out to me that I had been referred to as a potted plant and so instead of taking it as some strange insult, I began to think about the mysteries that could be wrapped up in such a statement.

For I could have been a seed of a mighty oak, planted in what had appeared to be rich, wonderful soil, only to find out that it was but an illusion, only surface deep truly, set upon a rocky crag, only to realize too late, roots taken into cracks and fissures to ever truly be able to grow, and be something it was meant to be.

I could have been that, but instead as a potted plant, I would be able to travel. To the walls and beaches of Setarco. To the waves and islands of the Maelstrom. To the forests around Arx. I could travel and experience things that were I to be such a stuck oak, I would not be able to experience, nor take part in, even if I had wished it.

So yes, I suppose it is better to be a potted plant.

Written By Luis

Sept. 9, 2018, 10:52 p.m.(7/24/1009 AR)

Relationship Note on Aahana

A lovely gift was provided and quite an interesting pair. I do wonder if I am supposed to share them with my niece and nephew. Does one give gifts to share with others?

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