Written By Victus
June 8, 2022, 9:07 a.m.(10/16/1017 AR)
The first shock of pain is always unpleasant. When you feel the heat and sting of something damaging your hide, a reverberation through the rest of your body as the wound is acknowledged. It is difficult, but in the end it is only a momentary lapse. Eventually you'll bite back the pain, carry on with your journey and hopefully find yourself a nice rest by the end of it.
When you awaken the next morning, that's when the worst of it begins. Having to get up, walk out, do your job with this new lingering soreness in your body. The worsening of it the more you push yourself, unable to utilize what strength you've grown used to. Finding a limitation, growing frustrated, enduring the toil of a constant thorn in your side. Always knowing that for this period of time, you are weaker. You are vulnerable. Make the wrong move and everything can get much, much worse.
It gets better. Eventually. Until then, the road to adaptation is coarse and uneven. But when you get to the end, you'll have looked back on your trials, and be satisfied that you're stronger than the day you were hurt.
When you awaken the next morning, that's when the worst of it begins. Having to get up, walk out, do your job with this new lingering soreness in your body. The worsening of it the more you push yourself, unable to utilize what strength you've grown used to. Finding a limitation, growing frustrated, enduring the toil of a constant thorn in your side. Always knowing that for this period of time, you are weaker. You are vulnerable. Make the wrong move and everything can get much, much worse.
It gets better. Eventually. Until then, the road to adaptation is coarse and uneven. But when you get to the end, you'll have looked back on your trials, and be satisfied that you're stronger than the day you were hurt.
Written By Teague
June 8, 2022, 7:22 a.m.(10/16/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Orland
This man has grown so much in my time knowing him and my time away.
Once he could barely hold a sword and now he is fighting with such skill. His heart is larger than life itself. One of the truest friends I have ever had in this world. I stand beside him no matter what happens, he can turn the darkest of days into the brightest sunlight.
A man all should be honored to know and drink with and have in their lives. It is good to see him in good health and happiness.
Once he could barely hold a sword and now he is fighting with such skill. His heart is larger than life itself. One of the truest friends I have ever had in this world. I stand beside him no matter what happens, he can turn the darkest of days into the brightest sunlight.
A man all should be honored to know and drink with and have in their lives. It is good to see him in good health and happiness.
Written By Haakon
June 7, 2022, 11:19 p.m.(10/15/1017 AR)
I cannot see pineapples as food. Any who say otherwise must be mad, or driven to the very edge of madness, probably by Savio.
It's a great lump of spikes and spines, it's the sort of thing that ought be shoved whole up Anders Nightcove's ass, not eaten.
It's a great lump of spikes and spines, it's the sort of thing that ought be shoved whole up Anders Nightcove's ass, not eaten.
Written By Ailys
June 7, 2022, 5:59 p.m.(10/15/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Tesha
What an odd thing for someone to say to you. They must have been of a deranged constitution.
Written By Ilira
June 7, 2022, 3:24 p.m.(10/14/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Tesha
It doesn't warrant a response beyond a very long, very flat stare, but for the record, they envy you or envy who might marry you. Or they were trying to fill space with a joke and don't know how jokes work. Either way, I pity whoever their spouse is or is to be.
Written By Rohran
June 7, 2022, 1:24 p.m.(10/14/1017 AR)
I just witnessed one of the most impressive (albeit bloodless) displays of martial ability I've seen, on or off the battlefield. I know, battle is not always about martial might. I know, my place is to lead, not engage in single combat. But I cannot help but be inspired to work harder. I will work to be a leader to be respected. Sweat. Blood. Toil. Those are the keys to leadership.
Written By Aella
June 7, 2022, 7:39 a.m.(10/14/1017 AR)
As an unmarried woman of a certain age myself, it really bothers me when people think they can comment one a woman's age in any capacity at all, but the too old to be marriageable one is certainly one of my least favorites.
Marriage is a huge responsibility, especially for us nobles, since those marriages often come with agreements that are far bigger than two people. It's important that it's the right match between the right two people, to make sure the bonds of the partnership holds.
So please forgive us "older" women our discretion when it comes to tying ourselves irrecovably to someone for the rest of our lives. We're certainly not going to settle for anything less at this point, we deserve better.
Marriage is a huge responsibility, especially for us nobles, since those marriages often come with agreements that are far bigger than two people. It's important that it's the right match between the right two people, to make sure the bonds of the partnership holds.
So please forgive us "older" women our discretion when it comes to tying ourselves irrecovably to someone for the rest of our lives. We're certainly not going to settle for anything less at this point, we deserve better.
Written By Xia
June 7, 2022, 6:24 a.m.(10/14/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Denica
I am pleased to announce - or record as the case may be - that I am officially Princess Denica's protege. I pray to the gods that I live up to her expectations and that we can show each other more about our respective lands.
Written By Xia
June 7, 2022, 6:23 a.m.(10/14/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Elora
Lady Elora has finished training the bird I requested. A most delightful violet and teal swallow, one she says is larger than most, has been delivered to me. It's a beautiful creature and seems well trained if a little feisty. I've been listening to its song all day and it has not grown old.
Written By Tesha
June 6, 2022, 5:46 p.m.(10/12/1017 AR)
Someone commented today that I was becoming too old to marry. That I was becoming unmarriageable. I didn't know what to say then and I'm still unsure of what to say now.
Written By Ailys
June 6, 2022, 5:25 p.m.(10/12/1017 AR)
The Mercies of Lagoma have recently commissioned the construction of a caravel to be fitted out as a hospital ship, but she needs a name! Anyone who makes a contribution of 3000 silver towards the rebuilding of Lagoma's shrine can submit a name for consideration for the ship; one name per contribution, and you can make as many contributions as you like. The vote on a name will be made by the members of the Arx Chapter of Mercies, and a proclamation made once it has been chosen - with special thanks to the person who submits the winning name.
Please send contributions and name suggestions to Lady Azova Darkwater or Princess Ailys Grayson.
Please send contributions and name suggestions to Lady Azova Darkwater or Princess Ailys Grayson.
Written By Desiree
June 6, 2022, 1:11 p.m.(10/12/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Aethan
The pinnacle of praise is poetry. However, this haiku is hypnotic. You are a legendary linguist and wordsmith warrior. It speaks highly of one who indulges me intellectually.
Written By Iseulet
June 6, 2022, 8:20 a.m.(10/12/1017 AR)
Coq au vin sounds simulateously like an exflame and my typical Saturday night but with more steps.
Written By Erik
June 6, 2022, 3:55 a.m.(10/11/1017 AR)
Seasons turn and summer turns to autumn where clear skies do not mean warm weather.
I don't let myself be dragged down and I am looking forward to the harvest season, with plenty of work
but also plenty of feasts.
I don't let myself be dragged down and I am looking forward to the harvest season, with plenty of work
but also plenty of feasts.
Written By Erik
June 6, 2022, 3:36 a.m.(10/11/1017 AR)
Sometime ago, I was asked if I have found something which is stronger than my Wanderslust as I have been lingering in the city.
At that time I said I was not sure, contemplating what kept me in here.
it is true friendship.
At that time I said I was not sure, contemplating what kept me in here.
it is true friendship.
Written By Aethan
June 5, 2022, 11:42 p.m.(10/11/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Desiree
Dainty distraction,
Daring delicious desserts,
A delightful date.
Daring delicious desserts,
A delightful date.
Written By Desiree
June 5, 2022, 10:18 p.m.(10/11/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Savio
Coq au vin, of course! The Wyrmguard cooks prepare the most *chef's kiss* succulent coq au vin. I will have to throw a dinner party so you might sample for yourself.
Written By Jaenelle
June 5, 2022, 10:03 p.m.(10/11/1017 AR)
It is not your job to make others like you. It is your job to allow them to see you for who you are and make a educated judgment. But that does not mean you must always be terrible.
Written By Lisebet
June 5, 2022, 7:33 p.m.(10/11/1017 AR)
Today's tea is a gentle jasmine with hints of other spices. It's quite delicious and I am enjoying it.
Written By Denica
June 5, 2022, 7:29 p.m.(10/11/1017 AR)
The fires are burning and we are no stranger to this world, we are the world.
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