Written By Jordan
March 23, 2018, 1:36 p.m.(6/1/1008 AR)
I met with a man named Sir Jeffeth, who is a Knight of Solace, yesterday. He seemed dubious that I was a knight given that I had no Lord to my name, but I suppose he doesn't have much experience with hedge knights. I assure all, however, that I am no bandit, nor man of ill intent; it just so happens my liege lord died in the Silent War and I've meandered about since.
On the other hand, I got myself a nice steel longsword from the Works Obscura and I would like to try it out in a spar, sometime. Likely the other fighters in the city are much more talented than I, but so long as I can learn from my mistakes, there's opportunity to get better.
And, of course, we'll see where fate will take me to, in this city of Arx.
On the other hand, I got myself a nice steel longsword from the Works Obscura and I would like to try it out in a spar, sometime. Likely the other fighters in the city are much more talented than I, but so long as I can learn from my mistakes, there's opportunity to get better.
And, of course, we'll see where fate will take me to, in this city of Arx.
Written By Aiden
March 23, 2018, 1:12 p.m.(6/1/1008 AR)
As I resume my time within the Shrine of Death, I slowly work through the messengers sent to me... and ask for time granted to respond to them all...
Written By Aiden
March 23, 2018, 1:10 p.m.(6/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Estaban
I need to make this letter a record in my whites, not to hurt anyone, but to preserve the last thoughts he made before sailing into the storm...
I will miss you, my brother.
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My dearest Aiden,
How you changed me I can never put into enough words, you taught me true friendship really was.
How I remember the first time I saw you and made you dance with my sister, how you were so shy and wanted nothing to do with her. I teased her so much about that and then she told me how you had both become friends and that you were a friend and sweet.
Then came the siege, I had only been in Arx a short time just become part of the Iron Guard. So much in my life was changing, I had always been a free adventuring sailor and here I found myself on the Seagate back to back with you and I would have it no other way. I think at that very moment I knew that we would be friends, that when I pushed you out of the way I sealed it.
We have had our ups and our downs and everything in between, I wish things had turned out different that I could be the one loving you so openly and yes I do love you. I have loved you for a long time; I just could never come out and say it or act on it for fear of hurting you and Silas. I would never be able to live with myself if I had.
Aiden I know that if you are reading this I am gone and I return to the wheel for another turn. Remember that I am proud of you Aiden; you have grown in so many ways and have accomplished so many things. I want you to continue doing them Aiden, continue growing and becoming the fine man I know you will be. Remember Aiden what we do today ripples down to tomorrow, our choices our decisions. They all have a lasting impact. The fact I had you as my friend, no my brother made the most impact on me and I hope that because of it I will find you again. I will miss you my friend.
With my Love,
Estaban
5/10/1008 AR.
I will miss you, my brother.
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My dearest Aiden,
How you changed me I can never put into enough words, you taught me true friendship really was.
How I remember the first time I saw you and made you dance with my sister, how you were so shy and wanted nothing to do with her. I teased her so much about that and then she told me how you had both become friends and that you were a friend and sweet.
Then came the siege, I had only been in Arx a short time just become part of the Iron Guard. So much in my life was changing, I had always been a free adventuring sailor and here I found myself on the Seagate back to back with you and I would have it no other way. I think at that very moment I knew that we would be friends, that when I pushed you out of the way I sealed it.
We have had our ups and our downs and everything in between, I wish things had turned out different that I could be the one loving you so openly and yes I do love you. I have loved you for a long time; I just could never come out and say it or act on it for fear of hurting you and Silas. I would never be able to live with myself if I had.
Aiden I know that if you are reading this I am gone and I return to the wheel for another turn. Remember that I am proud of you Aiden; you have grown in so many ways and have accomplished so many things. I want you to continue doing them Aiden, continue growing and becoming the fine man I know you will be. Remember Aiden what we do today ripples down to tomorrow, our choices our decisions. They all have a lasting impact. The fact I had you as my friend, no my brother made the most impact on me and I hope that because of it I will find you again. I will miss you my friend.
With my Love,
Estaban
5/10/1008 AR.
Written By Margerie
March 23, 2018, 1:04 p.m.(6/1/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Tessa
Tessa, my dear girl, please. If you must go seeking out horrors to hunt, do not bring them back with you. The exhilaration you found came at a very high price, paid by far too many families.
Written By Tessa
March 23, 2018, 12:55 p.m.(6/1/1008 AR)
Dearest darlingest readers,
I am back, I am alive, and I feel... INVIGORATED!
I do not believe I have ever seen the world so clearly as when terrible horrors were crawling out of the sea trying to kill me and people I know. And... I kinda wanna do it again.
Resolutions:
Complete the list of Things to Do
Get better at killing things with bow
Get better at killing things period
Victory shopping is done (but there can ALWAYS be more)
Drink
I am back, I am alive, and I feel... INVIGORATED!
I do not believe I have ever seen the world so clearly as when terrible horrors were crawling out of the sea trying to kill me and people I know. And... I kinda wanna do it again.
Resolutions:
Complete the list of Things to Do
Get better at killing things with bow
Get better at killing things period
Victory shopping is done (but there can ALWAYS be more)
Drink
Written By Lisebet
March 23, 2018, 12:13 p.m.(6/1/1008 AR)
A late night last night, with all that happened. Congratulations to Grand Master Thena, and my sympathies to all who have lost family and friends. News has come that my brother Armand is one of the fallen. I have no words. I think I will go find a quiet place to meditate for a bit.
Written By Cassius
March 23, 2018, 11:13 a.m.(6/1/1008 AR)
I can never fully say what I wish to in person, it seems. There is never time, or I cannot find the right words for meaning. But, as the general of the Setarcan forces, and as Duke of Pravus, I thank all of you. All of you, who stood for my home, and for Stormwall. Whether you did it for honor, for love, for duty, or the Gods, or the simple security of the Compact? Most of you stood for a home not your own, and fought a bitter, ruthless enemy. So many didn't make it home. For that? Setarco remembers you. It always will. I will make sure of that. May the Gods embrace those that fell, and let us spend this time to rebuild better than before, and ever vigilant. The battle is over. The war is not.
Written By Edward
March 23, 2018, 11:02 a.m.(6/1/1008 AR)
For all the brave and the bold who stood in front of the darkness and shined your torch without falter.
The people Whitefrost thank you.
The people Whitefrost thank you.
Written By Jaerith
March 23, 2018, 9:39 a.m.(6/1/1008 AR)
The pain of loss from the events at Setarco did not hit me until half way into our voyage home. When I looked out from the helm of my ship and saw that we were going home with half of our fleet and so few men... I didn't want to think about it. I didn't want to think about the things I saw. I didn't want to think about the wound that still festered that I did not have taken care of before we left port for I just wanted to get out of that city and be somewhere where I understood how things worked... I do not know if that can ever happen again. I know this is not the end of things, I only hope I am better prepared the next time.
Written By Amarantha
March 23, 2018, 2:07 a.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Apollis
While normally I would insult and berate you for saying anything kind to my face--
I'll make an exception. Just this once. Only because we both could have died.
Gods, I need more wine to get that battle out of my head.
I'll make an exception. Just this once. Only because we both could have died.
Gods, I need more wine to get that battle out of my head.
Written By Apollis
March 23, 2018, 2:02 a.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Princess Cadenza
You have spoken such kind, nice things about me and my sister, completely ruining our reputations. It was an honor to serve you, Your Highness. I am uncomfortable expressing emotions for things like the Compact or the Lyceum but I will say I am glad to have have kept Arvum safe since that is where I keep all my stuff.
Archduchess Eleyna and Archduke Consort Talen
I am sorry for your loss. Thank you trusting Amarantha, Princess Cadenza and I in our recounting of what we saw on the battlefield.
Princess Isolde
I am honored to be your protege. I hope to serve you well and learn as much as possible.
Sweet Sister Astraea
I felt your presence on the battlefield. I felt you with me. I heard your words in my heart. I held you in my hands when I slew my foes. I fought for you and with you and you were a thousand miles away.
Sweet Sister Echo
You impress me everyday. Your courage and tenacity is incredible. You little firebrand.
Sweet Cousin Lucita
I am so sorry.
Sweet Sister Amarantha
I was ready to die at your side.
You have spoken such kind, nice things about me and my sister, completely ruining our reputations. It was an honor to serve you, Your Highness. I am uncomfortable expressing emotions for things like the Compact or the Lyceum but I will say I am glad to have have kept Arvum safe since that is where I keep all my stuff.
Archduchess Eleyna and Archduke Consort Talen
I am sorry for your loss. Thank you trusting Amarantha, Princess Cadenza and I in our recounting of what we saw on the battlefield.
Princess Isolde
I am honored to be your protege. I hope to serve you well and learn as much as possible.
Sweet Sister Astraea
I felt your presence on the battlefield. I felt you with me. I heard your words in my heart. I held you in my hands when I slew my foes. I fought for you and with you and you were a thousand miles away.
Sweet Sister Echo
You impress me everyday. Your courage and tenacity is incredible. You little firebrand.
Sweet Cousin Lucita
I am so sorry.
Sweet Sister Amarantha
I was ready to die at your side.
Written By Veronica
March 23, 2018, 12:20 a.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Amari
You rotten scab. Those were my favorite boots.
Written By Lumen
March 22, 2018, 11:39 p.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Laric
I so rarely get the opportunity to deflect questions about myself, anymore.
Written By Lumen
March 22, 2018, 11:01 p.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Tomwell
A refreshing reminder that being genuinely kind doesn't have to be synonymous with naivety.
Written By Joscelin
March 22, 2018, 10:38 p.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Kenna
On rare occasion, I've haggled with Merciers. It's glorious but always dangerous. I either lose a small part of my heart, a chunk of coin, or a valuable piece of furniture goes missing.
Always a delight.
Always a delight.
Written By Vanora
March 22, 2018, 10:28 p.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Wash
We'll know soon enough. Go and find the answers.
I'll bake you...well no -buy- you (Not one for baking) a cake in celebration when you return to share it all with us.
I'll bake you...well no -buy- you (Not one for baking) a cake in celebration when you return to share it all with us.
Written By Kael
March 22, 2018, 10:27 p.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
I never thought I would be so happy to see Arx.
I know that I am lucky -- nothing more and nothing less -- to see these walls, to be able to see my home once more. I mourn those that are unable to do so. There are no words to describe the loss felt after returning to the field of battle and looking across at the fallen.
There are countless names that deserve mention. Too many to list. I offer my thanks to those that commanded, those that planned, those that brought forth information, those that fought, those that tended to the injured, those that prayed, those that offered forth loved ones to the battle, and anyone at all that took a role against the Gyre.
I must pen to the following by name, however:
To Lady Ianna Greenmarch: Your hand placed on my arm is appreciated, unforgotten, as we both looked on in silence to the sea at the start of the battle. I thank you for this silent moment of companionship, but I must also thank you for the great role that you provided as a rallying point of the healers. For being in charge of those that tended our wounded. I heard a few soldiers on the way home remark about your skills and I am certain that as time progresses I will hear more and more of your deeds.
To Sir Norwood Clement and Sir Thorley Sandreef: It was an honor to fight alongside you, Sword of Artshall and Sword of Westrock Reach. Yes, I recognize that one of you would choose my right side, and the other my left, to make certain that I was covered. I do not know what I have done to deserve such an honor, but you have my most humble gratitude.
To Lord Jaerith Keaton: I have spent a great length of time attempting to figure you out over these months, though blood and cousin I might be. You and I are nothing at all alike, and yet I saw your face after the battle. I saw that same haunted look that I wear. I saw the way that the death and carnage affected you, how the loss impacted you, and I know the burden that you carry. I saw the way that you immediately started to plan. I am glad that we are kin.
To Lady Tessa Moore: Thank you for trying to protect me with your arrows. Thank you for managing to get me to smile at the end. You managed it when numerous failed, even days later.
To Lady Veronica Keaton: It is not easy to leave the Sword of Oakhaven back during the war, but I have already heard rumblings of the bandits that you have kept away from our supply lines. I do not know all that was done, but I know that -- like everything -- you put your heart into it. I know that while we were away, you and your brother kept peace in our lands. It is a relief to know that areas left weak and vulnerable always have a defender.
To my heart, my love, my life: With every breath I took, I missed you more. I love you, Reigna.
I know that I am lucky -- nothing more and nothing less -- to see these walls, to be able to see my home once more. I mourn those that are unable to do so. There are no words to describe the loss felt after returning to the field of battle and looking across at the fallen.
There are countless names that deserve mention. Too many to list. I offer my thanks to those that commanded, those that planned, those that brought forth information, those that fought, those that tended to the injured, those that prayed, those that offered forth loved ones to the battle, and anyone at all that took a role against the Gyre.
I must pen to the following by name, however:
To Lady Ianna Greenmarch: Your hand placed on my arm is appreciated, unforgotten, as we both looked on in silence to the sea at the start of the battle. I thank you for this silent moment of companionship, but I must also thank you for the great role that you provided as a rallying point of the healers. For being in charge of those that tended our wounded. I heard a few soldiers on the way home remark about your skills and I am certain that as time progresses I will hear more and more of your deeds.
To Sir Norwood Clement and Sir Thorley Sandreef: It was an honor to fight alongside you, Sword of Artshall and Sword of Westrock Reach. Yes, I recognize that one of you would choose my right side, and the other my left, to make certain that I was covered. I do not know what I have done to deserve such an honor, but you have my most humble gratitude.
To Lord Jaerith Keaton: I have spent a great length of time attempting to figure you out over these months, though blood and cousin I might be. You and I are nothing at all alike, and yet I saw your face after the battle. I saw that same haunted look that I wear. I saw the way that the death and carnage affected you, how the loss impacted you, and I know the burden that you carry. I saw the way that you immediately started to plan. I am glad that we are kin.
To Lady Tessa Moore: Thank you for trying to protect me with your arrows. Thank you for managing to get me to smile at the end. You managed it when numerous failed, even days later.
To Lady Veronica Keaton: It is not easy to leave the Sword of Oakhaven back during the war, but I have already heard rumblings of the bandits that you have kept away from our supply lines. I do not know all that was done, but I know that -- like everything -- you put your heart into it. I know that while we were away, you and your brother kept peace in our lands. It is a relief to know that areas left weak and vulnerable always have a defender.
To my heart, my love, my life: With every breath I took, I missed you more. I love you, Reigna.
Written By Kenna
March 22, 2018, 10:26 p.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
Dangerous - but probably AMAZING.
Written By Joscelin
March 22, 2018, 10:21 p.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Bethany
I am quite alright with that, I promise. But haggling with Merciers sounds ...
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.......
.... dangerous.
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.... dangerous.
Written By Bethany
March 22, 2018, 10:20 p.m.(5/28/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
I'll even haggle for your attention, Guildmistress. Although it will be sadly lacking in 'Shine. A travesty!
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