Written By Sylvie
Dec. 12, 2021, 10:12 p.m.(9/25/1016 AR)
May Princess Ariadne have all the cleverness of a Fox, command and adventure of a Griffin, and the belief in herself of a sea serpent. I look forward to seeing the brilliant young woman she might grow into.
Written By Sylvie
Dec. 5, 2021, 11:55 a.m.(9/10/1016 AR)
How would one protect, if you do not know how to wield blade or bow or any other weapon? What would you seek to learn to defeat someone who would call themselves a god? I know diplomacy; I know etiquette. I know how to lead and steward. I have a lot to learn about protecting.
Written By Sylvie
Dec. 2, 2021, 7:45 a.m.(9/4/1016 AR)
From what I have heard, caravels are a useless trend as it is now.
I do not share the sentiment to fuck caravels, though. What they stand for, what they appeal to in people is understandable. A connection with our greater world, opportunities, prospects.
Caravels may be useless now, but they will not always be. Great things have come to our Compact by reaching out, reaching beyond.
I do not share the sentiment to fuck caravels, though. What they stand for, what they appeal to in people is understandable. A connection with our greater world, opportunities, prospects.
Caravels may be useless now, but they will not always be. Great things have come to our Compact by reaching out, reaching beyond.
Written By Sylvie
Nov. 28, 2021, 6:46 p.m.(8/25/1016 AR)
I've always been more eloquent in speech than I am in ink. It is my cousin, Dafne, who is the writer of the family. I suppose I shall have to train myself back to this practice of writing journals to the Archives. Well, then:
This week has been very enlightening. I am surrounded by people much smarter than I, and I can only hope to continue to learn from them but still be of aid.
This week has been very enlightening. I am surrounded by people much smarter than I, and I can only hope to continue to learn from them but still be of aid.
Written By Sylvie
March 19, 2017, 9:39 p.m.(2/14/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Juliet
Lady Juliet Fidante is a rare treasure, even amongst Lycenes, in how generous she is. If only I were able to warn her earlier about those that would treat her ill--. But I can promise, I will warn her in the future and protect her how I am able.
Written By Sylvie
March 19, 2017, 9:36 p.m.(2/14/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Lark
We are so different, but we have a lot of the same understandings, the Crown Princess Lark Grayson and myself. I only hope that I can do right by her, as a Whisper and mayhap as a friend, in helping her wedding be something worthy of the joining of two houses and of the Princess of Bastion.
Written By Sylvie
March 12, 2017, 5:42 p.m.(1/28/1006 AR)
I have arrived back to the city only in time to receive a dream of the horrors that will happen to all of us if we fail. If those fighting for us fail. If we do not have faith. For a moment, I thought of fleeing again back to the Lyceum and beaches and the Southern sun even in winter.
But I will stay and fight. My work in the Lyceum was for the fight we face, and I will continue to do what is needed here.
But I will stay and fight. My work in the Lyceum was for the fight we face, and I will continue to do what is needed here.
Written By Sylvie
March 12, 2017, 1:52 p.m.(1/28/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Aldwin
That I can call the Dominus of the Faith a friend is a blessing itself. That Aldwin is such a caring, concerned man who treats me with warmth and equity is far beyond a blessing. I do not know of any who could speak ill of him, not rightfully so. Those that do, do not know the true man. It is easy to allow our eyes to be clouded by selfishness, as I learned myself just recently. I am sorry.
Written By Sylvie
March 11, 2017, 7:02 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on Valerius
Princess Lark's future husband is certainly a man of great charm. I've never made any secret of the fact that compliments get you everywhere with me. I look forward to helping him plan his wedding and bring his vision to life. It isn't often that I am a Whisper rather than a Duchess.
Written By Sylvie
March 4, 2017, 2:17 p.m.(1/12/1006 AR)
[Entered into the archives of Gemecitta.]
While I am here to see to other duties, my responsibilities to my people are not forgotten. Duke Rubino and I are in Arx, fighting every day for you. For the prosperity of our lands, for the safety of our people, so that we all may have a future together. But what good is that if our vision of the future is not the same as yours?
While I am here, I will open up a forum to discuss our future. Any and all may come and speak before me, and I will in turn, share this with Duke Rubino when I return to Arx. I may be here to win swords to the war and coming siege, but I will not overlook my people.
While I am here to see to other duties, my responsibilities to my people are not forgotten. Duke Rubino and I are in Arx, fighting every day for you. For the prosperity of our lands, for the safety of our people, so that we all may have a future together. But what good is that if our vision of the future is not the same as yours?
While I am here, I will open up a forum to discuss our future. Any and all may come and speak before me, and I will in turn, share this with Duke Rubino when I return to Arx. I may be here to win swords to the war and coming siege, but I will not overlook my people.
Written By Sylvie
March 4, 2017, 2:08 p.m.(1/12/1006 AR)
[Entered into the archives of Gemecitta.]
Word has reached me of two separate events in Arx. It seems, as I have lost a cousin, the Graysons are returned one, perhaps.
What can one say of either of these events? For the Compact, for the Graysons, I can only offer hope in the future. For my own family and Gemecitta, we must suffer another loss. I will leave the words to address such actions to my Voice, as such actions happened in Arx and she was there to bear witness.
Only will I note, this juxtaposition has not fallen unnoticed. If the Thirteenth had something he wished to say, I have taken note.
Word has reached me of two separate events in Arx. It seems, as I have lost a cousin, the Graysons are returned one, perhaps.
What can one say of either of these events? For the Compact, for the Graysons, I can only offer hope in the future. For my own family and Gemecitta, we must suffer another loss. I will leave the words to address such actions to my Voice, as such actions happened in Arx and she was there to bear witness.
Only will I note, this juxtaposition has not fallen unnoticed. If the Thirteenth had something he wished to say, I have taken note.
Written By Sylvie
Feb. 26, 2017, 7:37 p.m.(12/28/1005 AR)
The gods have spoken that I was right. That much, anyone witnessed, as well as the true skills of the Champions Guild.
But I only wish I had known that I was losing from the start, it feels.
So be it.
But I only wish I had known that I was losing from the start, it feels.
So be it.
Written By Sylvie
Feb. 19, 2017, 5:05 p.m.(12/14/1005 AR)
I persist, even through a broken heart. There is too much to be done, too much to protect, to wrap myself in mourning and never emerge, as I might want to do.
I smile, even as my blood drains from my body. As my fingers go numb, I will continue to politely converse and speak on the issues the Compact faces.
But I do remember everything that I have lost.
And I remember everything I still have.
Thank you, those who have reached out. Those that have helped me through. Those that would work with me to strengthen ourselves and face these coming dangers.
I smile, even as my blood drains from my body. As my fingers go numb, I will continue to politely converse and speak on the issues the Compact faces.
But I do remember everything that I have lost.
And I remember everything I still have.
Thank you, those who have reached out. Those that have helped me through. Those that would work with me to strengthen ourselves and face these coming dangers.
Written By Sylvie
Feb. 14, 2017, 12:06 a.m.(12/3/1005 AR)
My heart is broken.
I thought it was broken the day Zaccheri died, but I somehow managed to piece it together. Shards and slivers missing, I managed to rebuild myself.
And now my heart is broken again. Two cracks, a million pieces.
I thought it was broken the day Zaccheri died, but I somehow managed to piece it together. Shards and slivers missing, I managed to rebuild myself.
And now my heart is broken again. Two cracks, a million pieces.
Written By Sylvie
Feb. 12, 2017, 10:24 p.m.(12/1/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Luca
I am sorry. I did not wish you to share this heartache. I do not know that I even have a good answer for you. I have cut myself away to avoid pain, and is that truly wise?
May the gods keep you safe in the Grey Forest. May you take your vengeance on the Bringers and leave a legend in your wake. You deserve that, at least.
May the gods keep you safe in the Grey Forest. May you take your vengeance on the Bringers and leave a legend in your wake. You deserve that, at least.
Written By Sylvie
Feb. 11, 2017, 8:38 p.m.(11/26/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Cassius
As a note to myself, I must remember to someday find what I did to first inspire the Duke Pravus to doubt me and then what I later did to change his mind. I can say I have only ever been myself around the man, and there are always those who hate me or love me. The man himself, however, is a good one that protects our Compact and loves his wife. That is a man that I admire.
Written By Sylvie
Feb. 11, 2017, 8:35 p.m.(11/26/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Aldwin
The new Dominus is a man like none other. He is warm and kind and he truly cares about every soul in the Compact. I believe the leadership of the Faith could not have chosen a better Voice of the Gods, nor one who embodies them so well.
And I am glad to see him sharing his light with more of the world.
And I am glad to see him sharing his light with more of the world.
Written By Sylvie
Feb. 5, 2017, 11:36 p.m.(11/11/1005 AR)
[Entered into the Archives of Gemecitta, rather than Arx.]
I cannot state how much better I feel, every day that I breath in Gemecitta air. Every day I wake in my bed on Crowned Hill. Every step I take through the city streets, walking along the crumbled wall. I must return once my task here is done, but sometimes--. I think about staying. Keeping up my evening conversations with my father, debating faith and politics. Breaking bread in the kitchens with my mother in the mornings.
I love you all, my people.
I cannot state how much better I feel, every day that I breath in Gemecitta air. Every day I wake in my bed on Crowned Hill. Every step I take through the city streets, walking along the crumbled wall. I must return once my task here is done, but sometimes--. I think about staying. Keeping up my evening conversations with my father, debating faith and politics. Breaking bread in the kitchens with my mother in the mornings.
I love you all, my people.
Written By Sylvie
Jan. 31, 2017, 5:10 p.m.(10/23/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Esera
You cannot know the amount of respect that I held for you, truly. You were a woman not afraid to admit to a mistake, but strong enough not to dwell on it. You did not rush to judgment. You were willing to sacrifice for others. And despite the weight of your position, you also were able to set it aside and enjoy yourself, when it was appropriate. You were able to brush aside things that were light and bear yourself under the burden of those that were heavy.
There were many sacrifices I was willing to make in your name, Esera, and I was glad to follow a liege like you. I would have been proud to call you daughter-in-law, if it had been.
The Lyceum is truly worse for your loss.
There were many sacrifices I was willing to make in your name, Esera, and I was glad to follow a liege like you. I would have been proud to call you daughter-in-law, if it had been.
The Lyceum is truly worse for your loss.
Written By Sylvie
Jan. 28, 2017, 8:45 p.m.(10/14/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Donrai
A man that sees me for what I am is truly rare. A man that sees past even that is rarer.
You were a brilliant man. I will never forget your advice.
You were a brilliant man. I will never forget your advice.
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