Written By Emily
March 18, 2018, 9:15 p.m.(5/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Rymarr
I did only what every other brave soul in Stormwall has done but I thank you for your belief in me. What shall be telling is when we know the names of those loyal to Deepwood who fell in their duty.
I could not bring them all back, my lord. Though Gloria knows I tried.
Lady Emily Deepwood
I could not bring them all back, my lord. Though Gloria knows I tried.
Lady Emily Deepwood
Written By Mydas
March 18, 2018, 8:56 p.m.(5/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Khanne
As we have both survived, allow me to make my congratulations on your upcoming nuptials official. I wish you the highest and everlasting happiness. You deserved nothing less, my friend.
Written By Terese
March 18, 2018, 8:53 p.m.(5/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Jeffeth
I had the honor and opportunity to do a little bit of training today with sir Jeffeth, the Solace knight. You might have seen him? The one that makes the rest of us look short?
He hits hard, his skills with the sword are delightful to watch even if they leave huge bruises afterwards. Bruises are just the body's way of telling you to pay attention to training, right?
Right!
He hits hard, his skills with the sword are delightful to watch even if they leave huge bruises afterwards. Bruises are just the body's way of telling you to pay attention to training, right?
Right!
Written By Aaron
March 18, 2018, 8:53 p.m.(5/20/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Victus
I have remained silent up until now. I'm just a tailor. But I've been watching from my Lighthouse and feel compelled to say something to be recorded for the ages.
Apologies are meaningless unless they prompt new action.
Abbas Crownsworn (once Thrax) was exiled for his foolish actions, though what he did was in misguided defense of the Compact.
High Lord Victus Thrax has done something ELSE (again!) very foolish without a thought to the safety of the Compact and the consequences we all now face.
What will his consequence be? An apology in a white journal? It's not enough. Is exile too much? Maybe. But this ought not to be brushed off.
Apologies are meaningless unless they prompt new action.
Abbas Crownsworn (once Thrax) was exiled for his foolish actions, though what he did was in misguided defense of the Compact.
High Lord Victus Thrax has done something ELSE (again!) very foolish without a thought to the safety of the Compact and the consequences we all now face.
What will his consequence be? An apology in a white journal? It's not enough. Is exile too much? Maybe. But this ought not to be brushed off.
Written By Victus
March 18, 2018, 7:01 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
I have done a terrible thing and not acted as I should have, as a person and as a leader. Leaders are taught to control their emotions and people are meant to have enough good sense not to do something so heinously stupid. Neither of which were things that I managed to do on the twilight of our victory.
I allowed a place of ego and self-righteousness to take control of my actions when I was entrusted to show responsibility above all else. For that, those who are entrusted to my service are placed in danger. Words carry strength and they should never be used without care to who you harm with them.
As a leader, I have failed you in allowing a moment of weakness and selfishness dictate the lives of others. As a person I have failed myself in allowing myself to fall so far in such a small time.
Remember my words that day. Remember my mistake and bear to never repeat it again. Take what happened as a folly of Victus Thrax, the man who should have known better and didn't. Every precious second you spend in dark places could well be your last. Never think yourself so invulnerable that you would curse the powers that be, for you will have more than just your own life to think about when all is said and done.
I seek forgiveness, but I will not ask for it until I am a better person. I am sorry.
I allowed a place of ego and self-righteousness to take control of my actions when I was entrusted to show responsibility above all else. For that, those who are entrusted to my service are placed in danger. Words carry strength and they should never be used without care to who you harm with them.
As a leader, I have failed you in allowing a moment of weakness and selfishness dictate the lives of others. As a person I have failed myself in allowing myself to fall so far in such a small time.
Remember my words that day. Remember my mistake and bear to never repeat it again. Take what happened as a folly of Victus Thrax, the man who should have known better and didn't. Every precious second you spend in dark places could well be your last. Never think yourself so invulnerable that you would curse the powers that be, for you will have more than just your own life to think about when all is said and done.
I seek forgiveness, but I will not ask for it until I am a better person. I am sorry.
Written By Brigida
March 18, 2018, 6:50 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
What a cruel joke it is that at the twilight of my life when I feel I am at my most disposable, these bones barely allow me to rise up from my bedding let alone travel vast distances to rise up in defense of all that is good. The price of war weighs so heavily on us all but so much more so on the young.
This hard aged heart is with you, whatever your job may be.
This hard aged heart is with you, whatever your job may be.
Written By Alexis
March 18, 2018, 6:33 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Viviana
You know, when I said I would like to visit your hometown, this wasn't quite what I had in mind.
Written By Alexis
March 18, 2018, 6:32 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Orders filling up even as we prepare for further battles. It makes sense, but means rest will be long coming.
Not that I'm complaining. I'm going to need the silver.
Not that I'm complaining. I'm going to need the silver.
Written By Alexis
March 18, 2018, 6:31 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Eirlys
I can't claim to have know Lady Eirlys as well as I knew the Lady Niamh or Lady Neve. But we had met. And I respected her. And from what I've been told, she was responsible for grave losses among the enemy, even as, in her death, the enemy was responsible for a grave loss of our own.
Sounds like the Greenmarch way, to grasp victory even in death and defeat.
May the Queen of Endings accept her like the hero she was, and the Mother send her off to a new beginning.
Sounds like the Greenmarch way, to grasp victory even in death and defeat.
May the Queen of Endings accept her like the hero she was, and the Mother send her off to a new beginning.
Written By Brogan
March 18, 2018, 6:25 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Damn Lazy Scholars and lettin' me only pick one person to call out. Spirits curse it, I'll name them myself
Khanne, Sigurd, Marian, Violet, Mydas, MOrrighan, Gwenna, Agatha, Ann, Asger, Felicia, Eilonwy, Tovell, Jeffeth, and the rest of you bloody lot I asked about coming North or to actually travel North.
Some of you hadn't been through it before, and some of you it was old hat. For the ones getting to see 'the glory of War', now you know why some of us scoff when the bards talk about it. There's no glory in holding in the guts of your friends and family. There's no glory when you're watchin' your City burn to the ground. There's sadness, survival, relief, and loss. Still, we keep pushing, because giving up means the enemy wins and we'll never let that happen. We'll keep fighting. Keep pushing, and keep protecting everything and everyone we love.
Spirits know I'm happy to see your faces (some smiling, some otherwise), and we'll have us a round to remember those lost. Sounds like there's still some fighting happening in the South. To my friends and loved ones down there, don't give in, don't give up, and if you need us we'll be there. Take care, and come back to see us.
Spirits blessings on you all.
Khanne, Sigurd, Marian, Violet, Mydas, MOrrighan, Gwenna, Agatha, Ann, Asger, Felicia, Eilonwy, Tovell, Jeffeth, and the rest of you bloody lot I asked about coming North or to actually travel North.
Some of you hadn't been through it before, and some of you it was old hat. For the ones getting to see 'the glory of War', now you know why some of us scoff when the bards talk about it. There's no glory in holding in the guts of your friends and family. There's no glory when you're watchin' your City burn to the ground. There's sadness, survival, relief, and loss. Still, we keep pushing, because giving up means the enemy wins and we'll never let that happen. We'll keep fighting. Keep pushing, and keep protecting everything and everyone we love.
Spirits know I'm happy to see your faces (some smiling, some otherwise), and we'll have us a round to remember those lost. Sounds like there's still some fighting happening in the South. To my friends and loved ones down there, don't give in, don't give up, and if you need us we'll be there. Take care, and come back to see us.
Spirits blessings on you all.
Written By Saoirse
March 18, 2018, 5:53 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Cadenza
While I still look forward to bringing the 'cape dress' as a fashion statement to Arx, thank you for supplying me with something less absurd in a war zone.
Written By Hadrian
March 18, 2018, 5:47 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Terese
We often happily give gifts to those who befriend members of our family. The Hydra is thrilled to know that our gift was well received. It's only the polite and decent thing to do, when meeting a new friend. I think an Oathlander told me that once.
You should also visit for tea sometime soon!
You should also visit for tea sometime soon!
Written By Joscelin
March 18, 2018, 5:47 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Saya
I have a collection of orphaned workers here at my shop, and while they said 'no' when I asked if they ran screaming from Saya's corner of the city, they looked way too happy to scrub forges and organize whatever mess I put to them.
What did you -tell- these guys?
What did you -tell- these guys?
Written By Leola
March 18, 2018, 5:34 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
I had - another - discussion on nobility recently, while I rested from a quick evening meal and visited the temple to offer my thanks for the day.
I realise I am a commoner, and this will not change. That is good, because I'm not suited to be a noble, and to lead. I know this, the same way I know Brier is my horse and Aletta my falcon, and Baron Estaban my lord.
I do not, though, understand why so many nobles ask me not to use their titles. It still baffles me.
I realise I am a commoner, and this will not change. That is good, because I'm not suited to be a noble, and to lead. I know this, the same way I know Brier is my horse and Aletta my falcon, and Baron Estaban my lord.
I do not, though, understand why so many nobles ask me not to use their titles. It still baffles me.
Written By Leola
March 18, 2018, 5:27 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
I have been working in Setarco, to prepare the beaches against incoming troops. After the naval battle, the grand Duchess and the high Lord Victus Thrax both seem to think it will be more necessary than before the battle at sea, which we won.
That bothers me. Still, back to work.
That bothers me. Still, back to work.
Written By Aleksei
March 18, 2018, 5:24 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Armel
The first time I met Armel, I was becoming his family, and he had to decide whether or not to kill me on the spot for cursing at Father Orazio in the Cathedral.
We were wildly different people. But gods above, I really liked him. He wasn't just a great man and a courageous leader. I just really liked him.
I'll miss you, you grumpy Grandmaster.
We were wildly different people. But gods above, I really liked him. He wasn't just a great man and a courageous leader. I just really liked him.
I'll miss you, you grumpy Grandmaster.
Written By Caith
March 18, 2018, 5:08 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
People that I love -- some have come home, some are gone, some are still hang in the balance.
As present becomes history, war is remembered for the battles won and the heroic undertakings and sacrifices made to achieve them. However, right now? War is a list of names of people who do not get to return to their families, of orphans made, of lives changed forever.
And it aches.
As present becomes history, war is remembered for the battles won and the heroic undertakings and sacrifices made to achieve them. However, right now? War is a list of names of people who do not get to return to their families, of orphans made, of lives changed forever.
And it aches.
Written By Wynna
March 18, 2018, 4:57 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Bless her eyes for finding such a lovely new place. No more stairs to climb, is the best part.
Written By Rymarr
March 18, 2018, 4:54 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Emily
A private exchange was made in a personal letter. Allow me to make my views public, now.
You represented yourself, your House, and our people well. I'm sure there will be many stepping up to volunteer for the future of Old Oak's martial forces with you as their inspiration.
Consider my pride in your achievements public knowledge.
You represented yourself, your House, and our people well. I'm sure there will be many stepping up to volunteer for the future of Old Oak's martial forces with you as their inspiration.
Consider my pride in your achievements public knowledge.
Written By Petra
March 18, 2018, 4:42 p.m.(5/19/1008 AR)
I like to stand in the city center and watch the flow of people going about their day, their movements through the area akin to currents in the river. What journeys are they on, I often find myself wondering.
I met two men there the other day. The first tucked his pain behind a smile, keeping it hidden from view. The other used his like a shield to push the entire world away. Which approach is right? Time will answer that question.
With war raging, I feel that there will be more of these wounded souls returning to us. More smiles that mask something deeper. More defensive aloofness used to erect a wall of solitude. How best to show compassion? How best to extend a hand?
I cannot say.
I met two men there the other day. The first tucked his pain behind a smile, keeping it hidden from view. The other used his like a shield to push the entire world away. Which approach is right? Time will answer that question.
With war raging, I feel that there will be more of these wounded souls returning to us. More smiles that mask something deeper. More defensive aloofness used to erect a wall of solitude. How best to show compassion? How best to extend a hand?
I cannot say.
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