Written By Avaline
July 2, 2018, 1:05 p.m.(2/14/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Echo
My dear sweet baby sister who I adore
Written By Tessa
July 2, 2018, 12:20 p.m.(2/14/1009 AR)
Darlings of Arx,
I have been absent again, I known, it's tragic. I have been... occupied with a mystery that is, believe it or not, perhaps too big to fit in my mind all at once but at the same time so small and simple. It is a question and an impulsive, a puzzle and a direction.
Open the window or shut the door.
I suppose it's a matter of wanting fresh air, or familiar comfort isn't it?
If you actually understand, then you know where I am.
Positively Pensive,
T.
I have been absent again, I known, it's tragic. I have been... occupied with a mystery that is, believe it or not, perhaps too big to fit in my mind all at once but at the same time so small and simple. It is a question and an impulsive, a puzzle and a direction.
Open the window or shut the door.
I suppose it's a matter of wanting fresh air, or familiar comfort isn't it?
If you actually understand, then you know where I am.
Positively Pensive,
T.
Written By Shard
July 2, 2018, 6:43 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Preston
Okay, I don't know what the 'Paths' say, but from what I've seen, what I've got to say isn't entirely contradictory. One of them can butt in and yell at me if they feel like. The Faith will do what it likes, but this 'it's like fealty to a lord' argument is getting downright annoying.
You have a fealty to one lord, true, but you owe your respect and deference to many different types of nobility depending on your status, don't you? And owing fealty to a lord doesn't stop you worshiping the Pantheon, and worshiping the Pantheon doesn't stop you respecting the Faith's various archlectors and disciples and legates, and owing fealty to a lord doesn't mean you don't bow before your king. And none of this stops you working your various jobs or providing for your families. These are all worships and honors and responsibilities and they take up a whole bunch of your time and not one of them seems strange or unusual or in the way of any of the others. Godsworn give up some of that to dedicate more time to the gods, it's true, but even they acknowledge a hierarchy because the Faith has more ranks and divisions and orders than I care to recite.
The fundamental misunderstanding is this: we don't think spirits and gods are the same damn thing, they are not approached the same way, they are not worshiped like you worship the Pantheon, there is no 'Faith' for spirits, there are no churches for spirits, and all Paths are, are some very vague agreements on how to deal with broad aspects of shamanism from hundreds of different traditions that sprung up over thousands of years. This is not a comparison of two 'lords', this is more like someone claiming I'm being disloyal to the King because I work for Audric's sellsword company.
Now, worrying about someone's shamanistic leanings bleeding into what they teach about the Faith, and saying 'no discipleship' because of that, fine, whatever, that was the original reason given (that and a bunch of shit about new prodigals potentially undermining the fabric of society, of course). I think it's a shit way to treat your people, but you're going to do what you're going to do and I don't have any personal stake in this. But if this argument is going to keep flaring up can we please stop with this dumb nonsense comparison to fealties? Especially since the Faith would never, ever stand for the Spirit Walkers making that argument to do the same in reverse for leaders among their number.
You have a fealty to one lord, true, but you owe your respect and deference to many different types of nobility depending on your status, don't you? And owing fealty to a lord doesn't stop you worshiping the Pantheon, and worshiping the Pantheon doesn't stop you respecting the Faith's various archlectors and disciples and legates, and owing fealty to a lord doesn't mean you don't bow before your king. And none of this stops you working your various jobs or providing for your families. These are all worships and honors and responsibilities and they take up a whole bunch of your time and not one of them seems strange or unusual or in the way of any of the others. Godsworn give up some of that to dedicate more time to the gods, it's true, but even they acknowledge a hierarchy because the Faith has more ranks and divisions and orders than I care to recite.
The fundamental misunderstanding is this: we don't think spirits and gods are the same damn thing, they are not approached the same way, they are not worshiped like you worship the Pantheon, there is no 'Faith' for spirits, there are no churches for spirits, and all Paths are, are some very vague agreements on how to deal with broad aspects of shamanism from hundreds of different traditions that sprung up over thousands of years. This is not a comparison of two 'lords', this is more like someone claiming I'm being disloyal to the King because I work for Audric's sellsword company.
Now, worrying about someone's shamanistic leanings bleeding into what they teach about the Faith, and saying 'no discipleship' because of that, fine, whatever, that was the original reason given (that and a bunch of shit about new prodigals potentially undermining the fabric of society, of course). I think it's a shit way to treat your people, but you're going to do what you're going to do and I don't have any personal stake in this. But if this argument is going to keep flaring up can we please stop with this dumb nonsense comparison to fealties? Especially since the Faith would never, ever stand for the Spirit Walkers making that argument to do the same in reverse for leaders among their number.
Written By Orelia
July 2, 2018, 6:02 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Holt
I thought we agreed I was going to take up jousting, instead..? Just need to have a saddle fitted, noble steed.
Written By Snow
July 2, 2018, 4:35 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Finally managed to get the shop open though it will be some time until I get business. I am very excited to help the city with their needs. Also, I made it into the society of Explorers. Only just but It happened and I am glad.
Written By Preston
July 2, 2018, 4:16 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Lydia
You place it as bigoted and attack the Faith for its choice, Duchess, yet I notice you do not accept vassals who are also sworn to other lords. Prince Darren does not accept knights who are also sworn to Thrax or to Grayson. We expect those who serve the Faith to believe the words of the Faith. We accept people from all fealties, we do not demand obedience over other temporal lords except from our Godsworn. We accommodate everyone from the liberals of the Lyceum to the most strident Oathlander. And all we ask is that they believe in the Faith in order to represent us. The Faith has no place for any others raised to the level of the Gods, raised to the level of worship. Yes. How dastardly we are.
Written By Monique
July 2, 2018, 2:03 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Jacali
If you were looking for a master of alchemy of scent? You need look no further than Goodwoman Jacali at the Black Cauldron Apothecary. She crafted the most incredible colognes and perfumes for House Greenmarch! Sorry, Compact. You'll never smell better than us. Now.
Written By Alarissa
July 2, 2018, 12:12 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
And so a Caraval is built. The order placed and in a months time, New Hope worked and from it's dock was birthed the latest vessel in Thrax's grand navy. She has yet to be named, the honour going to the Baroness and her people as a thanks for their hard work and dedication.So much saved to bring this to fruition. A way to more swiftly move the people of our Isles when it is needed. To bring supplies and other necessities as we strive to help improve them. We will build another soon, and then another.
And we saw another mark in the history of it's people. Coraline. Made a Knight of Thrax. Knee deep in water she stood and dipped beneath the frigid waves by her High Lord. From the water she rose with a stronger purpose. One that I can do nothing but help to foster and kindle. She is the first of what I hope will be many. So many.
Perhaps one day my son will bear that title as well. To serve Thrax and the Isles, as his sister will.
And we saw another mark in the history of it's people. Coraline. Made a Knight of Thrax. Knee deep in water she stood and dipped beneath the frigid waves by her High Lord. From the water she rose with a stronger purpose. One that I can do nothing but help to foster and kindle. She is the first of what I hope will be many. So many.
Perhaps one day my son will bear that title as well. To serve Thrax and the Isles, as his sister will.
Written By Theo
July 2, 2018, 12:07 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
The headaches have passed, dulled away by judicious application of drink and smoke. Perhaps I've seen the worst of it?
Written By Josephine
July 2, 2018, 12:04 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
So many things fly off shelves, orders make their way in and out. Rattles. I made rattles. Something that I confess I have never made and I hope that I have risen to the task by doing so. To shape and mold the silver till it resembled what they should. To work the engraving to place their names on it. It makes me think I should have made one for my own children.
Written By Theo
July 2, 2018, 12:04 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Karadoc
My protege is a man of many talents, some quite unexpected! I'm looking forward to see what you come up with, 'Doc.
Written By Theo
July 2, 2018, 12:01 a.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
I can't for the life of me determine what was going through the heads of those who decided to build Arx in such a dreadfully cold little marsh.
Written By Lydia
July 1, 2018, 11:52 p.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Darren has been expanding Redrain's facilities here in Arx, and I think he's done a magnificent job.
Written By Holt
July 1, 2018, 11:47 p.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Orelia
Listen, if you're going to be a knife fighter, you've really got to be able to hold your drink. You've got a lot to learn! Lucky for you, I'm a fair teacher.
Written By Olivia
July 1, 2018, 11:39 p.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Disturbing news, this week, for those of us fond of gardening. While the cause of the deaths is mysterious and worrisome, I am glad for the Iron Guard making sure no bears wander free in town.
Written By Percephon
July 1, 2018, 11:39 p.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Khanne
I promised always.
Written By Lydia
July 1, 2018, 11:37 p.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
I am getting really sick of the bigoted attitudes I'm encountering. The faith kicking out people of good character who have done good works. Nobles grumbling (or worse) about ones chosen companion because of their heritage. Nothing turns my stomach more, lately.
Written By Holt
July 1, 2018, 11:34 p.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Caspian
Hope your hand's healed up alright, Grandmaster. Look forward to a rematch.
Written By Holt
July 1, 2018, 11:34 p.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
It's good to be back in the city. Looking for work; got experience as a Champion and a sellsword. I'm discrete, if not affordable. Send missives.
Written By Khanne
July 1, 2018, 11:22 p.m.(2/13/1009 AR)
Relationship Note on Percephon
You simply amaze me every day. Halfshav is very lucky to count you amongst our house. And I? I am the luckiest woman in the Compact.
Just thought you should know how wonderful you are.
Just thought you should know how wonderful you are.
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