Written By Itzal
April 14, 2018, 7:51 p.m.(7/20/1008 AR)
Silver's Lament - by Itzal Culler, composed on commission.
Lilah Shay was a Metallic.
Of her the bards still sadly sing,
Champion of a realm fair and free,
Between the winter and the sea.
Aglow but one of many names.
Yet all saw her faith burn like flames,
Its warmth a shield for the bereft,
The rallying call of the blessed.
Her sword was long, her lance was keen.
Her slaying of Galrigor seen,
By all those beneath heaven's field,
Protected by bright Silver's shield.
But long ago she flew away,
And where she dwells now none can say,
For into darkness fell her star,
In Eurus where the shadows are.
((Original song: "The Fall of Gil-galad", by Tolkien. Changed lyrics around to make it more befitting Arx))
Lilah Shay was a Metallic.
Of her the bards still sadly sing,
Champion of a realm fair and free,
Between the winter and the sea.
Aglow but one of many names.
Yet all saw her faith burn like flames,
Its warmth a shield for the bereft,
The rallying call of the blessed.
Her sword was long, her lance was keen.
Her slaying of Galrigor seen,
By all those beneath heaven's field,
Protected by bright Silver's shield.
But long ago she flew away,
And where she dwells now none can say,
For into darkness fell her star,
In Eurus where the shadows are.
((Original song: "The Fall of Gil-galad", by Tolkien. Changed lyrics around to make it more befitting Arx))
Written By Martin
April 14, 2018, 7:01 p.m.(7/20/1008 AR)
One of the things I often try to impart unto those who come to me for advice in regards as to how to live their life more in accordance with the gods is that the answer to their question is not so hard to discern as they may have otherwise suspected. The key is to learn how to pick out fools. That is to say one should be able to easily identify those who think the world is not a complex, living thing with sockets deeper than we can possibly imagine, those who detest uncertainty, and who are incapable of setting aside their flippant judgment over that of which they know little. Above all, be aware of those who always believe those things that are flattering to them. It is from these types that one can begin walking down a path more pleasing to the ideals put forth by the gods. You see, it will be the claims they find the most absurd, or the thoughts and opinions they consider most offensive that will end up being the ones most worthy of paying attention to.
As a final note, I wish to remind any and all who choose to read my public musings that I only said that the answer is easier than one might think. I do not claim that putting it into practice will be easy. In fact, one should expect life to be made more difficult for it.
As a final note, I wish to remind any and all who choose to read my public musings that I only said that the answer is easier than one might think. I do not claim that putting it into practice will be easy. In fact, one should expect life to be made more difficult for it.
Written By Eirene
April 14, 2018, 6:36 p.m.(7/20/1008 AR)
Gods help me. This is going to be the most difficult period of my whole life...
Written By Jan
April 14, 2018, 6:06 p.m.(7/20/1008 AR)
Congratulations are due!
Congratulations to my sister Catalana and her husband Wash on their new baby boy, Rayne. My dominance is assured as favourite aunt.
Congratulations to my cousin Ian Kennex and to his bride to be, Zoey Bisland. I still owe you a drink, my lady.
Congratulations to my sister Catalana and her husband Wash on their new baby boy, Rayne. My dominance is assured as favourite aunt.
Congratulations to my cousin Ian Kennex and to his bride to be, Zoey Bisland. I still owe you a drink, my lady.
Written By Christine
April 14, 2018, 5:33 p.m.(7/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Denica
I can testify that you aren't boring at all
Written By Valery
April 14, 2018, 5:32 p.m.(7/20/1008 AR)
I've forgotten to come to the journals these last weeks.
The event with the colorful powder of Lady Marian was very fun. And beautiful.
I need to prepare more eggs for the children of the school to play...
The event with the colorful powder of Lady Marian was very fun. And beautiful.
I need to prepare more eggs for the children of the school to play...
Written By Wash
April 14, 2018, 5:04 p.m.(7/20/1008 AR)
I return from a two day jaunt at sea to find my wife has presented me with a son. It is untimely, and unexpected, or I should not have been at sea. Once again we are separated when my wife needs me most. But I will not be dismayed by that, instead I rejoice that both are alive, and Gods willing, will remain so.
Written By Saoirse
April 14, 2018, 3:20 p.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Jeffeth
Do the wicked never sleep? Is that what we're learning?
Written By Saoirse
April 14, 2018, 2:12 p.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Caith
With sincere affection, Princess Caith, a "Caithcapade" sounds like either you have a terrible lisp or just a sneeze.
Bless you, my friend.
Bless you, my friend.
Written By Edward
April 14, 2018, 1:46 p.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Wash
Now you have two important people in your life to dedicate ships to.
Written By Caith
April 14, 2018, 1:45 p.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Firstly: a most sincere THANK YOU to everyone who offered their congratulations to me for passing my Explorers trial! I think this is the first time I have been sober since the moment I heard that I passed -- I have been celebrating with unrestrained joy! Between this and being allowed to join the Scholars, I feel as if every dream of mine is coming true. Arx feels to me like the city were the impossible becomes possible. It's everything I hoped it would be and more.
Secondly: I have decided that once I start going on adventures, I am going to write up little travel journals afterwards and title them 'Caithcapades'. Because I am Caith and they will be recount my escapades. Get it? Oh, this is going to be amazing. Can't you just see it? 'Caithcapade: Journey into a Dark Forest'. 'Caithcapade: What is That Thing? Let's Poke It'. 'Caithcapade: Ahhh! Run Away!'
Thirdly: I will be getting my own set of armor soon and this is very, very exciting! I imagine it will go a long way in protecting me on my Caithcapades.
Fourthly: YAY!
Secondly: I have decided that once I start going on adventures, I am going to write up little travel journals afterwards and title them 'Caithcapades'. Because I am Caith and they will be recount my escapades. Get it? Oh, this is going to be amazing. Can't you just see it? 'Caithcapade: Journey into a Dark Forest'. 'Caithcapade: What is That Thing? Let's Poke It'. 'Caithcapade: Ahhh! Run Away!'
Thirdly: I will be getting my own set of armor soon and this is very, very exciting! I imagine it will go a long way in protecting me on my Caithcapades.
Fourthly: YAY!
Written By Edward
April 14, 2018, 1:45 p.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Ian
Pending nuptuals. Congrats man.
Written By Mayir
April 14, 2018, 1:06 p.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Carita
So people say it's polite to mention this sort of thing in the journals, so I just wanted to mention that Lady Carita Darkwater and I have split ways and I'm not her protege anymore. With Darkwater Reach -- well -- gone, she can use her resources on other things than me.
She's still the best in my book, though.
She's still the best in my book, though.
Written By Thena
April 14, 2018, 1:03 p.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Coraline
If you can get a hit on Princess Bear this early in the game, I think you’ll go far in the Silver Order.
Written By Coraline
April 14, 2018, 12:51 p.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Agatha
Holy hairballs in a beef basket! I don't know how, I don't know if I will ever be so lucky again but I actually not only managed to land a hit on Princess Agatha during the fight, but I did serious damage more than once! She is incredible! Nothing like an amazing brawl to mark the beginning of a wonderful friendship!
Written By Coraline
April 14, 2018, 12:49 p.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
OMG OMG OMG!!!! I am a disciple of the Knights of Solace!!!!! And a squire!!!!! At last AT LAST! I belong. Now to get stronger, faster, better. I hope to do justice by the trust given me by the Silver Order, and by Knight Lieutenant Sir Jeffeth Baywater.
Written By Catalana
April 14, 2018, 11:47 a.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Mae
I want to personally thank you....for being there. It was scary but you kept me calm the entire time. You even put up with my dear Wash and his worries. Now I just need to recover and hope I can thank you further one day.
If you ever need a midwife....I highly suggest Mae. Truly she is a gem and has helped me out so much during this pregnancy.
If you ever need a midwife....I highly suggest Mae. Truly she is a gem and has helped me out so much during this pregnancy.
Written By Itzal
April 14, 2018, 11:38 a.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Breaking news: Princess Sabella has confirmed the reports, which may be based off of completely inane chatter from the whites, that Bastien, now to be known as Sir Bastien the Sullen, has been knighted in the Order of Grump. I'm told the ceremony was quite beautiful, and that many tears were shed. In other news, Orathy Culler, ever the progressive humanist, has been making waves in the hopes of bringing further attention to the plights of the common man. Will this hero ever rest? I'm told that he won't, dear reader, so long as a single soul yet remains in poverty.
Why he's not joined the Knights of Solace yet is anyone's guess, but I'm told Dame Thena accepts any and all donations from those who may wish to encourage the hero's efforts in making the world a better place.
Why he's not joined the Knights of Solace yet is anyone's guess, but I'm told Dame Thena accepts any and all donations from those who may wish to encourage the hero's efforts in making the world a better place.
Written By Catalana
April 14, 2018, 11:30 a.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Wash
This time was so much harder.
Watch after him. He needs your strength where mine is waning.
Watch after him. He needs your strength where mine is waning.
Written By Cadenza
April 14, 2018, 11:26 a.m.(7/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Orathy
I really think you and I should have a sit down. Some of us have lived with, fought next to, and almost died next to them. Some of my scars I earned right along side my men.
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