Written By Erik
April 20, 2022, 6:07 p.m.(7/3/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Celine
We fought together today. Good, it was a sparring match and we ..kind of won.. kind of lost it. But when I saw her go down the first time, I lost it. I called out to her and when she did not react, I do not know what surged through me that moment. Maybe fear that she got hurt, but suddenly time stood still and I could focus everything into one, single heavy lunge that connected.
The only one in the match.
It felt good.
The only one in the match.
It felt good.
Written By Celine
April 20, 2022, 4:48 p.m.(7/2/1017 AR)
I may be ill-schooled in the use of weapons and blades, but I do still find that a well-executed knee to the groin can swiftly correct a transgression.
Written By Savio
April 20, 2022, 3:58 p.m.(7/2/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Claude
It is my complete pleasure to inform the White Journals of the fine work done by Messere Claude, master carpenter, in his recent construction of a mandolin I had commissioned. The capital city is a favorite haunt of so many talented musicians, and I would encourage all of them to procure pieces crafted by Messere Claude such as they are able. The ash-wood from which my commission is constructed gives the soundboard the bright, articulate response that is exactly what I am looking for in a mandolin compared to a lute, and the body of the instrument is shaped such as to produce the tone and volume I hoped for. I have obsessed with Arvani mandolins ever since I encountered one for the first time many years ago, and this is a lovely mandolin.
I am not Very Picky about many things but instruments are one, and I am well pleased. You should all buy instruments from him.
I am not Very Picky about many things but instruments are one, and I am well pleased. You should all buy instruments from him.
Written By Iseulet
April 20, 2022, 1:22 p.m.(7/2/1017 AR)
Humility may not be one of the 13 godly ideals that we pride ourselves on attaining, but it sure does take the sting out of dealing with some people.
Written By Saccharin
April 20, 2022, 11:55 a.m.(7/2/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Sonnet
Well, it sounds VERY human.
All of this does. A human is writing this down right now. Who knows what it'll translate to?!
All of this does. A human is writing this down right now. Who knows what it'll translate to?!
Written By Ripley
April 20, 2022, 7:56 a.m.(7/2/1017 AR)
An Oath's an oath I suppose, even if broken to save us. The world is bleaker with her gone.
Written By Mabelle
April 20, 2022, 1:25 a.m.(7/1/1017 AR)
My appointment of Minister of Population six years ago was incidental. But it was as incidental as walking into a shop and finding the last pair of shoes is precisely your size. I wanted an appointment and I was given one and while striving to be all that it is, I found that it is all that I am.
My entire life I have been devoted to other people, through the works of medicine, the manual labor of patching, stitching and dressing Princes, Lords and commoners, to the experiments in my laboratory to find remedies. Though I will confess there was selfishness in those acts, for I did find pleasure in it. Afterwards the help came in means of diplomacy, sparing the people a war is always a relief. But I sin in that pleasure as well. There is not more satisfying than winning on the negotiation table. Compromise also works. Less glee but less blood.
Fix, done. When I'm lucky.
Prevent, done. Sometimes. Not always.
Improve. I've done that too. Another sin of pleasure, enjoying the fruit, the fame, the recognition, the notability.
I suppose there is no selfless good deed.
Not only for the people of Artshall though. While our duty lies within those who entrust their lives to us, I've always helped where I could. Actually I'm often accused of stubborness, carelessness, taking the field where I should remain in the tent or the carriage. I do not care, I want to help and maybe I am being foolish, but I rather be unwise than full with remorse of not lending a hand.
This is not an account of my life's work. It is however a testement for one sin I will never commit, a pleasure I will not satisfy for it is not a pleasure to me at all and that is feeling relief the trouble finds others but me and mine.
Perhaps I am "too good of a soul".
I'm perfectly fine with that.
My entire life I have been devoted to other people, through the works of medicine, the manual labor of patching, stitching and dressing Princes, Lords and commoners, to the experiments in my laboratory to find remedies. Though I will confess there was selfishness in those acts, for I did find pleasure in it. Afterwards the help came in means of diplomacy, sparing the people a war is always a relief. But I sin in that pleasure as well. There is not more satisfying than winning on the negotiation table. Compromise also works. Less glee but less blood.
Fix, done. When I'm lucky.
Prevent, done. Sometimes. Not always.
Improve. I've done that too. Another sin of pleasure, enjoying the fruit, the fame, the recognition, the notability.
I suppose there is no selfless good deed.
Not only for the people of Artshall though. While our duty lies within those who entrust their lives to us, I've always helped where I could. Actually I'm often accused of stubborness, carelessness, taking the field where I should remain in the tent or the carriage. I do not care, I want to help and maybe I am being foolish, but I rather be unwise than full with remorse of not lending a hand.
This is not an account of my life's work. It is however a testement for one sin I will never commit, a pleasure I will not satisfy for it is not a pleasure to me at all and that is feeling relief the trouble finds others but me and mine.
Perhaps I am "too good of a soul".
I'm perfectly fine with that.
Written By Sonnet
April 19, 2022, 8:08 p.m.(7/1/1017 AR)
The funniest thing I ever found in exploring the caverns and tunnels was ... you know, I'm sure where, but that's not what's interesting. Carved on a wall that I think was the underside of a basement for an underground city were the words:
"Malleus had an orgy with four girls here and disappointed them all equally."
Was it written in Draconic? Cardian? ...Hmm. Maybe it was-
"Malleus had an orgy with four girls here and disappointed them all equally."
Was it written in Draconic? Cardian? ...Hmm. Maybe it was-
Written By Thea
April 19, 2022, 5:30 p.m.(6/28/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Denica
Finn has brought me some questionable.....things. But we go into Scratchers either. I think it was rotting whatever it was.
Written By Erik
April 19, 2022, 1:38 p.m.(6/28/1017 AR)
I am slowly settling in and even though there is still so much to do, I am determined to make this work.
There are some out there, that I do not wish to disappoint.
Dear random reader,
maybe you are one of these people. And depending at what age you are reading this, it is my hope that there will be no later record to be found of me where I was forced to eat my words.
There are some out there, that I do not wish to disappoint.
Dear random reader,
maybe you are one of these people. And depending at what age you are reading this, it is my hope that there will be no later record to be found of me where I was forced to eat my words.
Written By Gwenys
April 19, 2022, 1:19 p.m.(6/28/1017 AR)
I highly recommend the Fluffy Bunny from Bold Expressions. It is my go-to morning drink, and quite delicious. I ordered it the first time because I thought the name was hilarious, but it turned out to be soooo good! The chocolate in it totally masks the taste of the coffee, too, so even better.
Written By Lucita
April 19, 2022, 10:22 a.m.(6/28/1017 AR)
I look at the spotlessly clean floors, the windows missing smeared fingerprints, the crumb-less table, and the pristine flower beds lacking little footprints and smashed areas and miss my children dreadfully. The servants have been having an easier time of it while they are in Saikland, but seem to miss them, too. They brighten the tower up so much with their mischief and laughter.
Written By Ember
April 19, 2022, 7:35 a.m.(6/28/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Saverio
It is done.
I am a married woman.
If the wedding night was productive, then within a year I will be a mother.
I thought that I would be disturbed by how different I would feel. Instead, I am disturbed by how I do not feel different at all. I have changed my life in many profound ways, these last few years, and this should have been the most profound of them all. Why does it not feel so?
Perhaps I should take heart that regardless of marriage, regardless of maternity, I am still myself, as I know the concept.
I am a married woman.
If the wedding night was productive, then within a year I will be a mother.
I thought that I would be disturbed by how different I would feel. Instead, I am disturbed by how I do not feel different at all. I have changed my life in many profound ways, these last few years, and this should have been the most profound of them all. Why does it not feel so?
Perhaps I should take heart that regardless of marriage, regardless of maternity, I am still myself, as I know the concept.
Written By Thea
April 19, 2022, 6:29 a.m.(6/28/1017 AR)
I feel like telling people about a cousin(I'm not naming names here), that used his giant coffee mug as a weapon once. It didn't well once, but I heard tales of when it did.
Written By Ailys
April 18, 2022, 2:24 p.m.(6/26/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Raja
I bought a very nice solid metal mug from Mistress Raja Culler's shop because I liked it, but the more I've used it, the more I've come to realize it really would come in handy in a pinch as a weapon. I personally have never experienced a bar or street brawl but one never knows.
Everyone should have one.
Everyone should have one.
Written By Aella
April 18, 2022, 1:06 p.m.(6/26/1017 AR)
With the arrival of Lady Elora into our family, we also welcomed her children. I can't remember when Ravnsholm has ever felt so full of life and people. I love it. I really do. Not enough to want to add to the flock of children. I will leave that to my brother and new sister-in-law, in their own time. But, if I'm being honest, I'm really enjoying being able to watch the next generation grow and figure themselves out.
Shit... I'm getting sentimental in my old age.
Shit... I'm getting sentimental in my old age.
Written By Triton
April 18, 2022, 10:01 a.m.(6/26/1017 AR)
Going to do some chasing of people in the family next, see if I can find myself a ship to do some travel and maybe a little privateering? There is less justification for this expense than I might admit out loud, but it is all about spending some time at sea. Not all the time...just some. Living in a city fulltime can be a little bit too attractive, I think. Even addictive. I do not wish to become that soft and fluffy.
Written By Vitalis
April 18, 2022, 8:24 a.m.(6/26/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Kiera
True friendship is an invaluable treasure. I have found such a friend in the Lady Kiera Wyvernheart. And while I've said as much to her, it bears acknowledging to the world and the Dream at large. Life's burdens are lighter, and darknesses brighter, for the company of friends like this.
Written By Ilira
April 17, 2022, 10:55 p.m.(6/25/1017 AR)
Relationship Note on Amari
Please, please, please host your ball! I, at least, will always dance, even if I am the only one on the floor!
Written By Olin
April 17, 2022, 10:41 p.m.(6/25/1017 AR)
My arrival here was quiet, my connection to the city one gleaned only from the tales read in books and the word of other travelers. Despite such a humble entry into the heart of the Compact, I have found my welcome warm. I had feared that the remnants of prodigal roots that still hold to tongue and manner would alienate more than they had, but I have found several of Arx' nobles kind in their regard to me and open to discussion even with what my history must say. Amongst the commons, even as lofty a position as Guildmaster has shown me that same courtesy and delightful interaction. Where Gild eventually leads me, I do not know, but I find myself looking forward to this path -- hope firmly rooted in heart. All thanks to an unexpected and unreserved kindness by an elite that still sees with the grace of humanity.
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