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Written By Rane

Dec. 13, 2020, 8:46 p.m.(7/23/1014 AR)

There's no amount of thanks great enough to properly convey what the Physicians and Mercies have done for me these past weeks to ensure my hand has healed properly. While it's not fully functional yet, there's no more swelling and minimal pain. I thank the gods for their faithfulness and for hearing my prayers. May this experience turn into a lesson I can learn from.

Written By Rane

Nov. 21, 2020, 1:18 p.m.(6/6/1014 AR)

I had not intended on writing of this as it is a moment of great shame. But I can actually /do/ little else but write and I have been well-tended by so many in recent days because of it, that honor demands action.

Some days ago, I aided in the clearing of rubble at the Great Cathedral, along with many others. An accident occurred when I lost my footing and beam I had lifted fell on my left hand pinning it, breaking many of the bones. Dame Bree Harthall and Rowenova helped to free me. Princess Sorrel Thrax and Lady Esme Fidante were nearby as well and it was surely evident that I went into shock from it. Princess Sorrel, Lady Esme and Dame Bree saw me to the House of Solace where a Physician, Haptenna, saw to my hand. She set fingers, applied a poultice and wrapped the handed. Her bedside manner was less than pleasing, but she did not set unrealistic expectations. There is a chance I lose my hand.

And it was on hearing that and dwelling over it that the shame occurs as I begin to doubt. Doubt that my faith would be strong enough to see me through this trial, whatever the outcome. Doubt that I would be able to serve Gloria, the Oathlanders, my House, my wife. What is a warrior without his hands? He may never lose that spirit, but he will never fight with the same effectiveness. If this is to be a time of change for me, Gloria, let me be ready. If this is a test of faith, may my resolve strengthen.

Written By Rane

Nov. 16, 2020, 10:28 p.m.(5/24/1014 AR)

Relationship Note on Katherine

Arx is once again home, but I know not for how long. I've asked Katherine to remain in Acorn Hill due to the upheaval within the capital's walls. Thankfully, there is still plenty that needs to be done at home and it was not a difficult ask. What /is/ difficult is being away from her.

Written By Rane

March 12, 2020, 1:29 a.m.(11/28/1012 AR)

Relationship Note on Ida

Dame Ida Ferron mentioned something recently that I must touch on.

She mentioned that she was struggling with creativity and yet she delivered a weapon to me that has embodied my entire adulthood. Its name reflects my future, but its make marks my past. Goldenshade is a magnificent weapon and proof indeed that Dame Ida has not lost her touch for originality nor her talent for exceptionalism.

Thank you, Dame Ida. Thank you for your time and your willingness to work through struggles. As promised, I will not let this weapon dishonor you.

Written By Rane

Oct. 20, 2019, 9:53 p.m.(1/19/1012 AR)

The Marquis and Marquessa of Keaton have already been welcoming and gracious hosts. I do not know how long I will spend in Arx, but I'm pleased to be able to spend it with them. The Lady Katherine Fidante has joined me from her home in Tor and I trust that she, too, will find my family hospitable.

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