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Written By Ida

March 29, 2019, 4:42 p.m.(10/28/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Gretchen

I like cake.

Written By Ida

March 29, 2019, 6:50 a.m.(10/27/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Joscelin

"Idaing" is only charging cost for items, or under cost, or just giving them away for free. Which I figure I make up with shop sales, but sometimes someone comes in asking for steel when, really, they should have rubicund in their hands to fight the ills of the world. It's not as scary as one might have hoped their name might be when turned into a verb, admittedly.

Maybe it could also mean getting punched for free? An upgraded punch, if you will. "Back off before you get Idaed." "Don't make me Ida you in the face."

Now /I'm/ curious how you use it. Those times I've thought I heard you calling me from your shop, I figured there must be a spider and much as I love you, I don't do spiders.

Written By Ida

March 28, 2019, 4:16 p.m.(10/26/1010 AR)

Gaining the wrath of a crafter may be ill-advised, but things will still get done or be made.

There are very few I would say no to, but if I do? It's a solid no and I'm sure I'd have my reasons for it.

And then there's that whole 'Idaing' business, which is something else entirely.

Written By Ida

March 26, 2019, 8:42 a.m.(10/21/1010 AR)

It has certainly been an interesting couple of weeks.

As things settle, if they ever really manage to settle, I've a commission to follow up on and hope to restock the shop. I have a few themes I've been toying with, but we'll see if they work out on the anvil. Another small project that is proving more difficult as well, but we will see what comes of that.

Written By Ida

March 24, 2019, 1:49 p.m.(10/18/1010 AR)

So. I forged my first, and possibly last, alaricite piece. That was kinda terrifying and awesome all at once, especially since I closed my eyes on that final strike.

Written By Ida

March 23, 2019, 11:26 p.m.(10/17/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Victus

I am beyond humbled and honored by such truly generous words that my own vocabulary somewhat fails. It was a privilege to have been asked to forge that blade and I hope she truly will serve you well. As well, I would be quite happy to teach those seeking a new trade the skills of smithing. The Gods know I started out just fixing horseshoes and plows before ever managing Oathlands steel, a method I'd certainly share my knowledge of as well.

Written By Ida

March 23, 2019, 3:55 p.m.(10/16/1010 AR)

So often these last couple of years, forging a blade is far more the reward than the silver gained for it. The serenity of the forge, or the workroom while coming up with sketches. The colors, the feel of the metal as it bends and sometimes seems to come to a life all its own. These are things that silver pays for, but sweat buys.

I'm still taking the silver, though.

Written By Ida

March 10, 2019, 8:35 a.m.(9/17/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Orathy

It is hard to put into words what it feels like when a blade I create from some inspiration or another, ends up in the hands of someone who it seems it was meant to be held in. It's pretty damn humbling most times.

Written By Ida

March 9, 2019, 12:31 p.m.(9/16/1010 AR)

There is nothing wrong with being tall. How else would the stuff on the top shelf get reached?

I mean, I guess with ladders, but we're probably more convenient and less prone to cause you injury.

Written By Ida

Feb. 11, 2019, 7:39 p.m.(7/20/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Helena

The last time someone stopped in the shop to chat and give me idea, we ended up covering the city with copper brooches and had a huge number of people help do the same. I never know what little bit of magic might cross that threshold and your visit was quite a joy. I am really researching that idea you mentioned! As promised, if I manage something of the likeness, you will be the first to know.

Written By Ida

Feb. 11, 2019, 7:31 p.m.(7/20/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Ailith

Your kind words over the years about my work are always humbling - I mean that with all sincerity. I was so pleased to hear from Sir Preston and that he put Path into your hands, and then from you as well. Your generous remarks are ones I continue to treasure and I hope the blade will serve you well and long. Really, it's me who should be thanking you, Legate.

Written By Ida

Feb. 9, 2019, 4:22 p.m.(7/16/1010 AR)

I'm not sure how I ended up starting the 'th' group of weapons, but I have grown kinda fond of the series. Just by the nature of the scheme, they will be limited and I've no plans to repeat any of the designs. Some things really should get to be the only ones of their kind. Or something.

Truth, Oath, Faith, and now Path (already sold, I am humbled to say). Wrath will be next and then after that? I don't know. Maybe I'll just stop at five.

Written By Ida

Feb. 2, 2019, 6:59 p.m.(7/2/1010 AR)

Snakes. Why did it have to be snakes? Not a fan of the creatures, I admit, but for whatever reason I couldn't get them out of my head. Really, as far as forging things from natural inspirations go, it's half a wonder I didn't think to twist hairpins in their likeness before now. Once again the cases in the shop gleam with deadly baubles that seem to be the main source of keeping food on the table. With the season turning to summer, I have to wonder if I'll be able to work as much in the forge as I have during the last several months. I keep wanting to make more rubicund pieces; swords of some great design. Inspiration for them have managed to utterly elude me though. Ah well. Hairpins in the meantime I suppose.

Written By Ida

Jan. 31, 2019, 2:09 p.m.(6/26/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Victus

As a brawler, weaponsmith and occasional armorsmith, I almost want to attempt knifed gauntlets. I did a rather exquisite fan with daggers, in fact, not that long ago. The problem with gloves may be that you are always walking around dagger out, so to speak, while wearing such things. I mean, I guess you could also have some special gloves made that would work like a sheath? I can't imagine your fingers would be useful at all that way though. The Gods know I've often wondered about a diamondplate this or that for those of us only schooled in the sweet science. Maybe something to ponder more seriously.

Written By Ida

Jan. 26, 2019, 10:25 a.m.(6/16/1010 AR)

I have not been sleeping well. This or that on my mind, though surely all of a more personal nature than the larger things that loom for our leaders to decide. Not that I don't have an opinion, but it's of little consequence that, right? Who would listen to a smith? Crazy people, that's who.

When I can't sleep, I figure I should work. So instead of mulling the issues facing us or my own worries, I stand here as dawn starts to light the shop and wonder if I should finally attempt sleep once again. The glimmer of daybreak hits the cases just right in the mornings and while my true joy is in forging, right now the way the warmth of the sun shines on these newly made wolf daggers and delicate star hairpins fills me with a small sense of pride. There is a welcome weariness that comes from being at the forge for hours and it's my hope with that seeming to settle on me, dreams may finally come.

I'll let Rigby handle any customers that might come by to shop - there should be enough things to last for a bit.

Written By Ida

Jan. 15, 2019, 6:51 p.m.(5/14/1010 AR)

A rubicund sword and pair of oathlands steel hairpins remain for sale in the shop, but I find myself already pondering what project to work on next. I thought of doing pieces with a thread of copper in them, but it feels wrong to make a profit from something meant to mean so much more, y'know? So, instead, the brooches will remain free for those who wish to make them and I'll content myself with flames and dragonflies and...well. Whatever it is I come up with for the next design.

Written By Ida

Jan. 12, 2019, 10:31 a.m.(5/6/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Austen

It was such an honor to be allowed to watch the ceremony in which my brother gave his oath and joined the Silver Swords. Proud does not really cover it and for as much grief as I tend to give him, I admit that I feel somewhat humbled that I get to share a name with him. Somewhat, probably not for long, but still.

Written By Ida

Jan. 8, 2019, 2:06 p.m.(4/27/1010 AR)

The shop is empty once again, both of brooches and weapons. Almost all commissions are complete, as well, and a couple of last minute things were sent out on the fly. I hope to do some more of the copper pieces in a bit, but for now I think I'll enjoy the seeming quiet and potential of the empty cases. It feels like there is yet so much for me to accomplish.

Written By Ida

Jan. 3, 2019, 7:17 p.m.(4/17/1010 AR)

It has been a very busy and inspiring week. What started as a rather idle conversation has grown into something much greater. I am humbled to be a small part of this venture. Even moreso by the support Prince Lorenzo has gathered as well as by those who so quickly and passionately volunteered. So many different people doing some small thing or another. I think that was the point, really - discovering something we could all share.

"Recall the fallen, but the living too." May we always remember.

Written By Ida

Jan. 1, 2019, 4:06 p.m.(4/13/1010 AR)

Relationship Note on Austen

There is nearly a decade between my brother and I. One might think that would lead us to not be as close as siblings who did not have as great an age difference, or that perhaps I might seem more mother than sister to him. I'm glad that's not the case, and I don't think it ever really has been. Of course I have always looked out for him, but I think he has done the same for me as well in his own ways. It is hard to put to word how important a person my brother is to me. He is one of the best knights and people I know, which I say with very little bias. Ask him. He'll be the first to note I don't give him kind words easily.

In any case, that he will be one of the Silver Swords, The King's Own, The Hundred, is something that makes me so proud. The paths and decisions that lead him here have not always been easy, but he has taken step after step with humbleness and honor. Congratulations, brother.

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