Written By Mercedes
Feb. 2, 2020, 11:36 a.m.(9.143909143518519/9.058912037037038/1012.6786590952933 AR)
I hide nothing from those I trust, but I am a private woman, I think. My thoughts and opinions are my own, given only when they are needed. But there are dark times ahead, and we all must do our part to encourage and support the greater sum of our parts. This is a time for alliance, and solidarity.
I write and publish this in the hope others read my words and are stirred.
The Eurusi menace is upon our doorstep, and much lurks in the entanglement of their being that could prove a greater threat still. These terrible matters are not for public journalizing, but they are real, and know that many of us stand in the shadows to protect Arvum and the very world. We need no thanks, or recognition, but every living soul on this continent must make hard decisions and sacrifices of their own.
Nobles; stop your petty disputes and talk to one another. Send your finest and wisest diplomats to negotiate agreeable terms - knowing that you do so for all our futures. Be decisive, and just. Be incisive, and be quick. To the common folk I joined by choice, because I believe there are things in this world far more important than wealth and power; set aside your prejudices, find your trust, and fight for your very lives. Protect your loved ones, but bring in the crops, move your heavy burdens willingly, deal amicably with those who strive to fight the battles you cannot. In time, tomorrow will belong to us all.
Today, it is my sword that belongs to us all. I have two hands with which to fight, and I will do whatever I can. Whatever I must. This is about more than duty. More than greed, or the acquisition of status. We fight for survival. So, fight. With all of your hearts.
Steel bends, honor holds. Non Omnis Moriar. Whatever words empower you; use them. Believe in them. Have Faith.
Dame Mercedes Valardin
Knight of the Inquisition
I write and publish this in the hope others read my words and are stirred.
The Eurusi menace is upon our doorstep, and much lurks in the entanglement of their being that could prove a greater threat still. These terrible matters are not for public journalizing, but they are real, and know that many of us stand in the shadows to protect Arvum and the very world. We need no thanks, or recognition, but every living soul on this continent must make hard decisions and sacrifices of their own.
Nobles; stop your petty disputes and talk to one another. Send your finest and wisest diplomats to negotiate agreeable terms - knowing that you do so for all our futures. Be decisive, and just. Be incisive, and be quick. To the common folk I joined by choice, because I believe there are things in this world far more important than wealth and power; set aside your prejudices, find your trust, and fight for your very lives. Protect your loved ones, but bring in the crops, move your heavy burdens willingly, deal amicably with those who strive to fight the battles you cannot. In time, tomorrow will belong to us all.
Today, it is my sword that belongs to us all. I have two hands with which to fight, and I will do whatever I can. Whatever I must. This is about more than duty. More than greed, or the acquisition of status. We fight for survival. So, fight. With all of your hearts.
Steel bends, honor holds. Non Omnis Moriar. Whatever words empower you; use them. Believe in them. Have Faith.
Dame Mercedes Valardin
Knight of the Inquisition
Written By Mercedes
Sept. 22, 2019, 10:29 p.m.(11/19/1011 AR)
Months searching through mud and fog, and for what? Only shadows of what could be of use. Nothing solid. The marks of campsites long left cold in stony hollows. Ashes scattered in barns that shouldn't have laid empty. Villages that did not wake with the dawn, their animals crying to be milked, to be fed, long past the cockerel's crow. Farmers sleepless into late hours beneath the new moon's dark. Lying eyes and tongues.
Little else. To some, a failure. But the only failure is surrender. Rekindle and the flame burns bright.
I remain undaunted.
Little else. To some, a failure. But the only failure is surrender. Rekindle and the flame burns bright.
I remain undaunted.
Written By Mercedes
Nov. 11, 2018, 11:48 p.m.(12/22/1009 AR)
Last Will and Testament of Dame M. Valardin:
I ask that Inquisitor Faye Ruger be the executor of my wishes; if she is unable to do so, then I name High Inquisitor Alistair Velenosa to serve in her place.
* My set of diamondplate armor, as well as my sword (Light in the Dark), should be held in trust by the Inquisition and given to an Inquisitor they deem worthy of such things.
* All other armor and weaponry should be given to members of the Inquisition.
* My couch and chairs -- which, I am told, are very uncomfortable to sit in -- should be given to my sister, Zara, so she can remember what a pain in the ass I have been.
* Any money that I have in the bank should be donated to a charity of the executor's choosing.
* Additionally, any remaining assets should be dispersed as they see fit.
My black journals should remain sealed.
I ask that Inquisitor Faye Ruger be the executor of my wishes; if she is unable to do so, then I name High Inquisitor Alistair Velenosa to serve in her place.
* My set of diamondplate armor, as well as my sword (Light in the Dark), should be held in trust by the Inquisition and given to an Inquisitor they deem worthy of such things.
* All other armor and weaponry should be given to members of the Inquisition.
* My couch and chairs -- which, I am told, are very uncomfortable to sit in -- should be given to my sister, Zara, so she can remember what a pain in the ass I have been.
* Any money that I have in the bank should be donated to a charity of the executor's choosing.
* Additionally, any remaining assets should be dispersed as they see fit.
My black journals should remain sealed.
Written By Mercedes
June 7, 2018, 4:35 p.m.(12/7/1008 AR)
Well.
That was an interesting evening.
That was an interesting evening.
Written By Mercedes
May 30, 2018, 2:43 a.m.(11/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Tikva
Laric? Leaving his office for more than bank runs?
That is a dream I dare not pin my hopes to.
That is a dream I dare not pin my hopes to.
Written By Mercedes
May 29, 2018, 6:43 p.m.(11/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Faye
I'm holding you to that, friend.
I look forward to your return. Safe travels.
I look forward to your return. Safe travels.
Written By Mercedes
May 29, 2018, 4:47 a.m.(11/14/1008 AR)
Honestly.
Some people.
Some people.
Written By Mercedes
May 26, 2018, 6:32 p.m.(11/9/1008 AR)
Gods.
I am very out of practice -- in more ways than one. It is time to apply and dedicate myself to practice until I am a sharpened edge.
I am very out of practice -- in more ways than one. It is time to apply and dedicate myself to practice until I am a sharpened edge.
Written By Mercedes
May 23, 2018, 2:41 a.m.(10/16/1008 AR)
It's always a little disorienting to come back to the city after spending a great deal of time so far afield. Some things are very different; some things are exactly the same. Sorting out which is which?
That's the tricky bit.
That's the tricky bit.
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