Aug. 19, 2018, 10:28 p.m.(6/5/1009 AR)
I am about to embark on what may be the defining mission of my life... or my last. I do not wish to let loved ones and friends down. However, I must accept the reality that I may not return.
We abandoned the Marin'Alfar, it happened. We owe them. -I- owe Prince Rhaine. This is not just about adventure. I believe this will also be about our survival as a people. This is about Duty. We failed in our duty and vigilance so long ago, and much was lost and forgotten.
This may be the end of my life. This may be my last white journal. Yet, it must be done.
To my family, I love you. To my Son, you've made me proud. To my friends, wish me luck. If I do not see you again, perhaps I have joined my Mirabel and have found peace.
However, at this time? I'd prefer to come back with all my bits this time, and enjoy some stiff drinks!
Aug. 12, 2018, 11:58 p.m.(5/20/1009 AR)
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Arik
I recommend you save your Sister, not only for being your Sister. It's just that I am fairly certain she would find a way to haunt you for an eternity if you did not. Intimate moment with your loved one? No. Ghost-Khanne to make you rue the day. Is this a risk you'd be willing to take?
Aug. 5, 2018, 10:25 p.m.(5/1/1009 AR)
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Delilah
One can do far worse than be cheered on by Lady Delilah Whitehawk. I decided to attend the Hart's Spring Fling on a whim. There was a threeway tug-of-war competition. I really do need to put in more time in the damned training area. I am afraid I let down my team, Felicia and Delilah, despite her amazing poem to urge us to victory!
Aug. 5, 2018, 10:21 p.m.(5/1/1009 AR)
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Felicia
Recently I met Dame Felicia Harrow for some training. I have a task coming up, yet I feel overly rusty. Not to mention with Mandate's reforging, I needed to put some time in the training grounds. Make no mistake, the woman hits as hard as my war-hammer does. Still, plenty of banter, good conversation and some lessons learned on both sides. I held my own far better than I imagined. Alas though, the match was hers. Hit me in the helm so hard I saw my departed Mirabel! I heard bells for a while... heard some tweeting birds.
July 30, 2018, 12:04 a.m.(4/15/1009 AR)
Well done, Prince Luca. A great display of fortitude. What an excellent duel of words, clearly Bliss Whisper won that part of the challenge. But alas, the Gods are cruel to me... the Oathlander Grape Juice won tonight. We'll just have to have a spirits competition in the future.
July 22, 2018, 11:29 p.m.(4/1/1009 AR)
To keep peace, one needs to do more than simply prepare for war. To prepare for war, one must do more than simply drill the body. Tactics is so much more than bashing two opposing sides together after all. I'm glad Kael, pardon, Marquis Kael reached out to me. After all, the Academy of War will help hone my own skills even as I pass on my tactical knowledge to others. However, I really do enjoy educating others. Yet, even I sit in on other lectures at times, and this is the lesson I work hard to teach my subordinate Guardians. War is a never ending process of learning, not just physical combat.
July 22, 2018, 5:59 p.m.(3/28/1009 AR)
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Hadrian
The family has done well, recently. As a result, I have also continued to learn things about Hadrian. He was such an asset. But, I think he’s spent so much time with diplomacy, that apparently direct action may actually be anathema to him. I’m not mad, I can understand that my methods without warning sometimes are… blunt. That I do act upon instinct, I take partial blame. But, I was surprised to find out that after he’s been under stress he will break out into song… and is a nice tenor at that. Oh, and if anyone observes him observing floors far too closely. I take sole responsibility for that.
July 15, 2018, 11:31 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
Today I saw someone I have not laid my eye upon in quite some time. It is good to know they are doing well, but there is still there is a faint ache. The only thing worse from a friendship drifting apart, is one that does so because it must.
July 15, 2018, 11:27 p.m.(3/13/1009 AR)
I know few that work harder than the Keatons. I consider them to be one of my few close friends. So to be able to attend the Assembly of Peers, and see their ascension brings me great joy. It is well earned, and to see hard work rewarded is also heartening. Well done, both of you!
July 8, 2018, 8:45 p.m.(2/26/1009 AR)
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Kenna
While I rarely reply on someone else' entries, I must disagree with Kenna and her call to repair another journal. For sometimes, cats purring away on part of you is incredibly soothing. Dogs often forget they get too big for such things, and also drool... and worse.
July 8, 2018, 8:43 p.m.(2/26/1009 AR)
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Hadrian
Early on there was a little, no a lot of friction between my Nephew In Law and myself. We're both two terribly different types of men, and I do not mean that in a bad way. Hadrian has his strengths, I have mine. I don't agree with everything he does, and of course I love my Niece unconditionally and if he ever truly hurt her, I'd of course, have to do something about it. yet, I held my tongue as bade, Cambria trusted him for good reason, and he has done amazing things for Ostria and the House of Mazetti. I'm glad I don't need to worry about him anymore, he isn't... someone else. Bah, so many words. Perhaps he's influencing me more than I expected, the horror. Regardless, Hadrian just deserved something a little public from me on how much his work has been appreciated.
Nov. 26, 2017, 10:44 p.m.(9/1/1007 AR)
I may have partied a little hard last night. Apparently I, in front of his wife no less, rode Count Keaton. Specifically rode him "hard, furiously, and victoriously." As a result, he in turn made sure I was able to make sure my shaft thrust true... Thrust true and deep... Thrust true, deep, and accurately. So onward, to victory upon such a strong hairy noble steed. Unfortunately I spurred him too hard causing him shortage of breath. Unfortunately, there are too many witnesses to eliminate, setting aside the fact that many of them are dear to me.
Once more, Happy Birthday Lady Khanne Halfshav! It was a pleasure to be of service and keep you entertained.
Nov. 26, 2017, 10:37 p.m.(9/1/1007 AR)
This has been a good week. Have had excellent times and company, and was able to horrify my Niece and her Husband. I think I'm feeling.. smug. I think the word is smug.
Nov. 26, 2017, 8:22 p.m.(9/1/1007 AR)
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Mae
I can attest to the fact that I did turn over my victory to Miss Mae. So indeed, it does make The Thing hers. I should probably be grateful she choose it, sparing the rest of us. Though it did not spare me this bear mask... (which I have put in a place of honor above my work desk).
So indeed, in theory The Thing is hers. Scourge or whathaveyou. Yet, I would remind Miss Mae, that she is married. And Marriage is more than about caring, it is also about sharing....
So. Much like a child. When it is good, it is -yours-, when it is bad, clearly it is -his-.
Always happy to help...
Oct. 29, 2017, 11:03 p.m.(6/27/1007 AR)
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Eleyna
I'm another that firmly believes Velenosa is in good hands with Archduchess Eleyna. I pity the woes she will have to endure, all the increased work and paperwork. All while trying to keep a firm handle on what Prince Talen will get himself into. Quite the workload.
Oct. 29, 2017, 9:09 p.m.(6/27/1007 AR)
A lot of travel recently. Mostly a quick tour of Ostria, inspections, promotions and training to see to among our military. I miss home, the Walled City. However, I was surprised to note I missed Arx a little more than I imagined I would. Must be the people I know.
Oct. 9, 2017, 4:16 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
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Dianna
The Scolding Niece, that is the one I meant my other Darling Niece.
Also, I shall terrorize whoever I please! The house staff occasionally deserve it. Honestly I think it amuses them to get me all blustery, and then bribe me with food. Or good drink.
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:41 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Apparently when describing yourself as being "Just a little behind on my paperwork.", one should not have scrolls stacked like log cabins covering your desk. I think the dead heard my new little aid's cry of horror. Wonder how long this one will last... Hmmm. Best keep out of the Niece's sight for a few days.
I probably should stop thinking aloud near the scribes during Journal time.
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:16 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
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Hadrian
Not that I indulge to excess very often anymore. However, out of curiosity. One of these days, young man. My Liver against yours. The loser gets the lecture.
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:49 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
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Cambria
One thing is certain. My Niece, Cambria can throw a party. Not sure if she actually managed surprise or not, but I don't think it mattered in the end. Fun was to be had by all. Still... the Marquis hopefully won't continue to challenge his inner workings with that new goblet of his.