Written By Aureth
May 15, 2018, 1:52 p.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
I've been informed that I've got to sermonize with my pants on for some reason. I never thought this was going to be in question but since nudity is the story of the day, I figured I should reassure the public.
Written By Aureth
May 15, 2018, 10:47 a.m.(10/1/1008 AR)
Are people offended about shirtless dueling now? Last time I went to a duel it was advertised.
Written By Aureth
May 9, 2018, 12:47 p.m.(9/17/1008 AR)
Certainly, I wasn't saying anybody was out of favor with the Faith. I was merely expounding upon my expertise in manners, which is obviously considerable.
Written By Aureth
May 9, 2018, 11:44 a.m.(9/17/1008 AR)
The question is certainly not whether the sum is "unfair" or "unwarranted". In terms of value alone, instruction in the art of war by a true master might fetch any price its wielder could possibly demand. The question was whether it is socially appropriate for the Peerage to charge in silver for services like a common merchant and the answer to that question has always been "obviously not".
However uncommon the merchant in this case.
Now, if the question is "why should Duke Gabriel Bisland, former Regent of the Compact, master of warcraft, and general of House Grayson, give two shits about what is socially appropriate if he has the skills and someone else is willing to pay him?" that is a very different question, and if some men are wholly beyond the ordinary rules of etiquette because they have surpassed it, I am the last man in Arx to deny them that credit.
And if the Whispers are going to support him in it because some men are beyond the rules, then that makes it official, for they are the true social arbiters of society, and any plaint I had is surely satisfied.
But if you aren't Duke Gabriel Bisland, you probably aren't going to get away with it -- and if you're reading this and you _are_ Duke Gabriel Bisland, dear gods, why?
However uncommon the merchant in this case.
Now, if the question is "why should Duke Gabriel Bisland, former Regent of the Compact, master of warcraft, and general of House Grayson, give two shits about what is socially appropriate if he has the skills and someone else is willing to pay him?" that is a very different question, and if some men are wholly beyond the ordinary rules of etiquette because they have surpassed it, I am the last man in Arx to deny them that credit.
And if the Whispers are going to support him in it because some men are beyond the rules, then that makes it official, for they are the true social arbiters of society, and any plaint I had is surely satisfied.
But if you aren't Duke Gabriel Bisland, you probably aren't going to get away with it -- and if you're reading this and you _are_ Duke Gabriel Bisland, dear gods, why?
Written By Aureth
May 8, 2018, 1:37 p.m.(9/15/1008 AR)
Sometimes, people fail to have a sense of humor about themselves and it is eyeroll-worthy. Other times, attempt to have a sense of humor about themselves and are unfortunately crippled by the condition of being chronically unfunny.
Other times, the accusation that a person is without capacity for humor is a silencing technique used to squash dissent.
Aureth Grayhope's brief guide to jokes:
1) It's all in the timing.
2) Punch up, or laterally (if, for example, there is very little up available to you). Do not punch down.
3) The more embarrassed at yourself you are for laughing at a joke, the more Death loves it.
4) If your joke is hurtful to someone else and you are the only one laughing, it isn't a joke. It is bullying. You should probably stop.
5) If your joke is hurtful to no one and you are the only one laughing, see rule one!
Other times, the accusation that a person is without capacity for humor is a silencing technique used to squash dissent.
Aureth Grayhope's brief guide to jokes:
1) It's all in the timing.
2) Punch up, or laterally (if, for example, there is very little up available to you). Do not punch down.
3) The more embarrassed at yourself you are for laughing at a joke, the more Death loves it.
4) If your joke is hurtful to someone else and you are the only one laughing, it isn't a joke. It is bullying. You should probably stop.
5) If your joke is hurtful to no one and you are the only one laughing, see rule one!
Written By Aureth
May 8, 2018, 12:17 a.m.(9/14/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Fortunato
I'll buy a mural.
Written By Aureth
May 7, 2018, 4:42 p.m.(9/13/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Gabriel
Yeah, that's pretty much bullshit and socially ludicrous. If the Bisland coffers are that depleted, it seems altogether bizarre that his grace would feel like advertising it to the Compact is remotely appropriate.
That said, I personally trained Duke Gabriel in instruction so I'm sure someone got their penny's worth out of that if anyone took him up.
That said, I personally trained Duke Gabriel in instruction so I'm sure someone got their penny's worth out of that if anyone took him up.
Written By Aureth
May 7, 2018, 4:16 p.m.(9/13/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Rook
It requires no lack of critical thinking to point out that a snob is a snob. It is merely a statement of the obvious.
It may be as pointless as pointing out that an orange is an orange, but only in so far as there is no way it will change the subject matter.
It may be as pointless as pointing out that an orange is an orange, but only in so far as there is no way it will change the subject matter.
Written By Aureth
May 7, 2018, 3:57 p.m.(9/13/1008 AR)
Did a member of the Peerage really charge 50,000 silver to anyone without getting castigated for it? Let us bring that back to the public eye at once if so, because I missed this gossip the first time around. My mother would be ashamed. Who was it? What lesson?
Written By Aureth
May 7, 2018, 3:04 p.m.(9/13/1008 AR)
Anyone may charge for their services whatever the market will bear, and I encourage them to do so, really. Charity is the province of Gild and who doesn't approve of that?
When I was a businessman, I ran a bar of some reputation* in this town -- now Mae owns it and I'm sure it's doing better than it ever did while I was in charge, but that's beside the point; but I also worked as an instructor and an entertainer.
During that period of my life, I charged based on what my student (or my audience, for that matter) could afford and how much of my time they were taking up; a commoner down on his luck could spend 5 silver a week and I'd call it a good deal, while the Princess Regent of the Realm paid me by the thousand. There's no moral suasion as to pricing any of this; I wasn't bilking anyone, my fees were agreed between me and my students and I'm sure it all evened out in the end.
Now I serve the Faith of the Pantheon and I deem it appropriate to give my services freely as part of a joint benefit to our common humanity.
_______
* I didn't say it was a _good_ reputation.
When I was a businessman, I ran a bar of some reputation* in this town -- now Mae owns it and I'm sure it's doing better than it ever did while I was in charge, but that's beside the point; but I also worked as an instructor and an entertainer.
During that period of my life, I charged based on what my student (or my audience, for that matter) could afford and how much of my time they were taking up; a commoner down on his luck could spend 5 silver a week and I'd call it a good deal, while the Princess Regent of the Realm paid me by the thousand. There's no moral suasion as to pricing any of this; I wasn't bilking anyone, my fees were agreed between me and my students and I'm sure it all evened out in the end.
Now I serve the Faith of the Pantheon and I deem it appropriate to give my services freely as part of a joint benefit to our common humanity.
_______
* I didn't say it was a _good_ reputation.
Written By Aureth
May 7, 2018, 1:45 p.m.(9/13/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Tomwell
In view of Lord Tomwell's recent writing, I'll add this as a public reminder that I am happy to lend my aid as an instructor to those in need whenever I have the time available. Please, if any need aid in learning and hasn't the funds to spend, drop by the Shrine of the Queen of Endings.
Donations to the Faith are always accepted from those who have the coin or wish to do so, but I never require them.
Donations to the Faith are always accepted from those who have the coin or wish to do so, but I never require them.
Written By Aureth
April 28, 2018, 12:14 a.m.(8/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Orathy
No thanks. But I'll pay you a small fee to keep it in your pants. On behalf of, well, everyone.
Written By Aureth
April 28, 2018, 12:02 a.m.(8/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Orathy
It would make more sense if you pointed it out about anybody who has been noble for longer than a good sneeze. Greasy rose barons with shiny swords kill somebody, you're ready to rise up and revolt. Royalty commits atrocities, you just get an erection.
Written By Aureth
April 27, 2018, 11:54 p.m.(8/19/1008 AR)
This continuing entertainment, ladies and gentlemen, is why Orathy Culler continues to be the reigning champion for stupidity in this city and no one shall ever win his prize from him.
Written By Aureth
April 27, 2018, 5:23 p.m.(8/18/1008 AR)
Sometimes, part of embracing the gift that is life is remembering not to take ourselves so seriously all the time, and I think that the celebrants at the Harlequins' Picnic last evening really got what we were going for there.
It's been suggested to me that I send the winning spider as a gift to the Nox'Alfar embassy, from the Arvani Harlequins of Death. I'm taking suggestions for an accompanying joke.
It's been suggested to me that I send the winning spider as a gift to the Nox'Alfar embassy, from the Arvani Harlequins of Death. I'm taking suggestions for an accompanying joke.
Written By Aureth
April 25, 2018, 1:40 p.m.(8/13/1008 AR)
The Harlequins appreciate the efforts you all are making to start Death's morning right.
Written By Aureth
April 20, 2018, 9:36 a.m.(8/3/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
A day off! Perfect. General advise:
Bathe in hot water. Have a delicious luncheon, then take a nap in the middle of the day. Spend some time with a book you haven't had the chancr to read. It is a lovely summer day; go for a walk with your dog and tell anyone who asks you to do something you're off duty.
Life is a gift, you know.
Bathe in hot water. Have a delicious luncheon, then take a nap in the middle of the day. Spend some time with a book you haven't had the chancr to read. It is a lovely summer day; go for a walk with your dog and tell anyone who asks you to do something you're off duty.
Life is a gift, you know.
Written By Aureth
April 18, 2018, 5:28 p.m.(7/28/1008 AR)
I admit I'm pretty mystified as to where the fruit comes into this.
Written By Aureth
April 18, 2018, 4:23 p.m.(7/27/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ann
That's Magpie's department.
Written By Aureth
April 18, 2018, 2:43 p.m.(7/27/1008 AR)
The last time someone wrote a public journal about desperately wanting to go to bed with me...
Hm.
Nope, can't recall.
Hm.
Nope, can't recall.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.