Written By Ignacio
March 17, 2018, 11:06 p.m.(5/18/1008 AR)
Standing vigilant over a city that was left untouched by the recent battles, it does not mean that will always be the case. But that is not what my mind lingers upon.
My mind lingers to happier times, future times. The time grows near to make it known to the world as my heart leaps at the thought. It is what I strive for, work so hard for, what I fight for. The recent deaths reminds me of what I should embrace, life. To linger and let time slip through my fingers it not an option. To be bold, to grasp for the stars, and to hold the reward.
I can not wait as my hands tremble in anticipation.
My mind lingers to happier times, future times. The time grows near to make it known to the world as my heart leaps at the thought. It is what I strive for, work so hard for, what I fight for. The recent deaths reminds me of what I should embrace, life. To linger and let time slip through my fingers it not an option. To be bold, to grasp for the stars, and to hold the reward.
I can not wait as my hands tremble in anticipation.
Written By Thena
March 17, 2018, 10:32 p.m.(5/18/1008 AR)
I have returned to Arx. I am behind on my correspondence. Apologies to anyone I have not gotten in touch with yet; I don't much feel like talking.
Written By Alarissa
March 17, 2018, 10:31 p.m.(5/18/1008 AR)
To pay respects and offer condolences, you make your way to a shrine, or the cemetery, mausoleum. I remind people of this. These are the places you go if you are sorrowful. Go to the houses of the families, leave notes and letters, give to the rebuilding efforts when we know well and full the toll that this war has brought to our shores. These are the things you can do.
Written By Michael
March 17, 2018, 9 p.m.(5/18/1008 AR)
My thoughts and prayers are with the Fallen today. It is so strange that I was in the midst of most of the brutality of this battle, and came out with not a scratch. I am skilled, but skill barely mattered. I do not know why some men fell and others stayed alive. I did everything I could, and it still wasn't enough to hold the wall. I will get to come home to Zoey, and my uncle and my family. But so many do not.
Written By Terese
March 17, 2018, 8:31 p.m.(5/18/1008 AR)
Prince Gareth invited me to the House of Questions in Arx. I was able to tour the cells and he and I had a conversation about the battle of Stormwall which was nice. What stood out in this entire time of being a guest was that he actually had water available instead of just wine!
I think he just might like Oathlander orthodoxy. It isn't every day you get a special invitation to the Inquisition, be shown through their cells and house of questions and your host looks after your background!
I think he just might like Oathlander orthodoxy. It isn't every day you get a special invitation to the Inquisition, be shown through their cells and house of questions and your host looks after your background!
Written By Daemon
March 17, 2018, 8:05 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
I don't like war.
Written By Thena
March 17, 2018, 7:43 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
There are so many people who deserve praise for their work at Stormwall; it would be impossible for me to recognize them all. However, I would like to draw special attention to the work of Countess Reigna Keaton, Guildmaster of the Physician's Guild, and all those who worked with her. I was forced to ask her to do something extremely difficult, something that goes against every instinct of a healer and a devotee of the gods, but she did it quickly and without question, as did the others with her. Their unhesitating action saved even more lives than just those whose injuries they tended. The healers fought and bled as much as the rest of us and in many cases more. They are all to be commended for their bravery and compassion.
Written By Percephon
March 17, 2018, 7:35 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Eirlys
[ Added to the entry, the following has been carefully penned on parchment in flowing, almost delicate script: ]
All the world breathes as one with life,
In the endless skies and countles stars,
and wildflowers of infinite hue,
She is, I know, still alive here --everywhere --
In every wonderful thing surrounding us.
In every wonderful thing inside of you.
In every wonderful thing.
All the world breathes as one with life,
In the endless skies and countles stars,
and wildflowers of infinite hue,
She is, I know, still alive here --everywhere --
In every wonderful thing surrounding us.
In every wonderful thing inside of you.
In every wonderful thing.
Written By Ida
March 17, 2018, 7:28 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Eirlys
I have lost yet another Greenmarch child. I know, in truth, that none of them are my children or family by blood, yet they felt it. They embraced me as one of their own, in a very strong way, when they first came to the city. Adopted me. Each one remarkably warm, kind, and willing to trust a woman who they likely were unsure would trust them back. Oh, but how I did, and cared for them like my own blood. I learned so much about each of them through the first weapons they commissioned, later replaced with better ones as their positions and prowess grew, but when someone puts their life in your hands by requesting a weapon - a thing that may decide between life or death - I don't know how to describe how special such an honor feels.
Time has passed, duties taken up and, indeed, we all became busy with our expanding lives. Yet even with that, much like my children living their own full lives in Sanctum, my heart never lost its fierce fondness for any of them. Lady Niamh's loss was difficult, but I feel I see her every day in the runted war elk she so graciously gifted me what feels a lifetime ago. Lady Eirlys - this hurts. Her enthusiasm for life seemed boundless, her adoration of her friends without question, and the gods and spirits know she was as fierce as any mother bear when it came to protecting anyone she cared for.
Too young, too soon, yet doing exactly what I know she would do - saving. The world will be a bit darker without you, my lady.
Time has passed, duties taken up and, indeed, we all became busy with our expanding lives. Yet even with that, much like my children living their own full lives in Sanctum, my heart never lost its fierce fondness for any of them. Lady Niamh's loss was difficult, but I feel I see her every day in the runted war elk she so graciously gifted me what feels a lifetime ago. Lady Eirlys - this hurts. Her enthusiasm for life seemed boundless, her adoration of her friends without question, and the gods and spirits know she was as fierce as any mother bear when it came to protecting anyone she cared for.
Too young, too soon, yet doing exactly what I know she would do - saving. The world will be a bit darker without you, my lady.
Written By Merek
March 17, 2018, 6:59 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
The battle upon the waters of Setarco has been won, but the war is far from over. I knew with a new war, would come changes, people taken in battle and fighting for their friends. No matter how much you prepare for it, you have to manage with the emotional loss that comes with it all. I don't have the ability to write the names of just about every single man who fought for us, but I wish it known that I wish them all the best upon the turn of the Wheel. Their sacrifice means that others can carry on, and so that is what we do: carry on.
Written By Derovai
March 17, 2018, 6:26 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Saoirse
Drama? In the Whites? Say it isn't so.
I have helpfully included a drawing of my shocked face.
*a stick figure's face, with "recognizably" disheveled hair, bearing the expression :| *
I have helpfully included a drawing of my shocked face.
*a stick figure's face, with "recognizably" disheveled hair, bearing the expression :| *
Written By Saoirse
March 17, 2018, 6:09 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
Living in fear of knowledge is no way to live. And if no one should help me learn about what I seek, I will struggle on alone, I guess.
That was very dramatic.
That was very dramatic.
Written By Joscelin
March 17, 2018, 5:52 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
For what it's worth
understanding can be everything,
courage the beginning of the end,
killing the very things we abhor the most.
Touching the past in jade and metal,
harboring so much rage and power,
eclipsing the better parts of our success.
Give me a reason to praise the righteous,
yearning for a justice that will never be
reliving a loss with every fiber of me
encouraging the hope that somewhere you're out there, free.
understanding can be everything,
courage the beginning of the end,
killing the very things we abhor the most.
Touching the past in jade and metal,
harboring so much rage and power,
eclipsing the better parts of our success.
Give me a reason to praise the righteous,
yearning for a justice that will never be
reliving a loss with every fiber of me
encouraging the hope that somewhere you're out there, free.
Written By Rinel
March 17, 2018, 5:51 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
So much has occurred these past few days that the ending of my penance seems utterly unimportant. But the Archscholar has commanded me to write of my experience, so write of it I shall--though in truth it seems almost narcissistic to write of one's self in times such as these.
There have been more deaths than I can count. It has become almost peaceful, in a way. I begin to understand the Harlequins--though I must confess I find the attraction to such things quite morbid. Still, providing comfort to the dying is a noble and worthy cause. There were some few times where I was called to give medical aid, which gave me a sense of pride. Above all, though, I began to recognize the importance of silence and peace in the House of Solace--and the penance quickly became more painful to my ego than to my knees and back. I am embarrassed to think about my actions with Sir Bayweather; no matter how justified a scolding may have been, it was wildly improper to disturb the ailing.
The Archscholar was wise in assigning me the penance. Hopefully I have obtained enough wisdom for the future.
There have been more deaths than I can count. It has become almost peaceful, in a way. I begin to understand the Harlequins--though I must confess I find the attraction to such things quite morbid. Still, providing comfort to the dying is a noble and worthy cause. There were some few times where I was called to give medical aid, which gave me a sense of pride. Above all, though, I began to recognize the importance of silence and peace in the House of Solace--and the penance quickly became more painful to my ego than to my knees and back. I am embarrassed to think about my actions with Sir Bayweather; no matter how justified a scolding may have been, it was wildly improper to disturb the ailing.
The Archscholar was wise in assigning me the penance. Hopefully I have obtained enough wisdom for the future.
Written By Jacque
March 17, 2018, 5:47 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Marian
Princess Marian, Sword of Farhaven, Warlord of the Northlands,
I confess that I was afraid, when I first heard of the task ahead of us. Horses do not do well with the sea and there was the possibility the enemy would make deployment of things that Lord Tobias Telmar cautioned us about at the Aerie Peak.
And yet, your plan worked to defend the Northlands from the attacks of an impious and evil enemy.
We may have lost many that day, including Lady Eirlys Greenmarch, and we may have many more wounded than we may care to have, but we still carried the day. Under your direction, and your talent at arms.
You fought true to the words of your House, and truer still to the words of the Great House of the Oathlands. As so many of my cousins still think of you as their sister, so will I say and I believe my wife, Demura, will agree: you are welcome in Lyon's Redoubt at any time you wish, for as long as you wish, and we would be honored to have you teach lessons to young knights-to-be at our Academy. You would be received as kith and kin that you undoubtedly are, for we are now brethren-in-arms.
House Redrain ought to take pride: though you are not born of them, they have an ever steadfast defender and champion in their ranks, a second coming of Queen Valeria herself.
Sincerely,
Marquis Jacque Lyonesse,
Marquis-Consort of Lyon's Redoubt
Knight of the West
I confess that I was afraid, when I first heard of the task ahead of us. Horses do not do well with the sea and there was the possibility the enemy would make deployment of things that Lord Tobias Telmar cautioned us about at the Aerie Peak.
And yet, your plan worked to defend the Northlands from the attacks of an impious and evil enemy.
We may have lost many that day, including Lady Eirlys Greenmarch, and we may have many more wounded than we may care to have, but we still carried the day. Under your direction, and your talent at arms.
You fought true to the words of your House, and truer still to the words of the Great House of the Oathlands. As so many of my cousins still think of you as their sister, so will I say and I believe my wife, Demura, will agree: you are welcome in Lyon's Redoubt at any time you wish, for as long as you wish, and we would be honored to have you teach lessons to young knights-to-be at our Academy. You would be received as kith and kin that you undoubtedly are, for we are now brethren-in-arms.
House Redrain ought to take pride: though you are not born of them, they have an ever steadfast defender and champion in their ranks, a second coming of Queen Valeria herself.
Sincerely,
Marquis Jacque Lyonesse,
Marquis-Consort of Lyon's Redoubt
Knight of the West
Written By Driskell
March 17, 2018, 5:36 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
You won the battle, the goal was sought.
Were demon did rise and through peril you fought.
But wars are not finished just in one day,
The cost of your actions in the future you'll pay.
Imbalance was caused by a coin with two sides.
A world that struggles mirrors the battles inside.
Seek not to be by emotions askew,
But seek to force passions to work for you.
Were demon did rise and through peril you fought.
But wars are not finished just in one day,
The cost of your actions in the future you'll pay.
Imbalance was caused by a coin with two sides.
A world that struggles mirrors the battles inside.
Seek not to be by emotions askew,
But seek to force passions to work for you.
Written By Alban
March 17, 2018, 5:33 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
So much horror. So much death. And yet without the actions of the King's Own it could have been so much worse.
I do not envy Felicia's task to deal with the dead. I only wish someone had told her to burn them also after beheading them. A headless corpse still has arms and legs with which to attack...
I remember when she struck at those foul things... that hungered. How her blade clove so many down after my horse was taken from beneath me.
Without her, and so many others... I would not be here still.
I do not envy Felicia's task to deal with the dead. I only wish someone had told her to burn them also after beheading them. A headless corpse still has arms and legs with which to attack...
I remember when she struck at those foul things... that hungered. How her blade clove so many down after my horse was taken from beneath me.
Without her, and so many others... I would not be here still.
Written By Marian
March 17, 2018, 4:54 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Drea
Princess Drea Redrain, High Shaman of the Spirit Walkers,
Not all of us walk the path of the spirits, but even for those that do not, it is important that the shamans be recognized for their service in the Battle of Stormwall. Led by Lady Khanne Halfshav, the Spirit Walkers prayed to the spirits and assisted with bringing nature's fury on the Marinites. Without their spiritual guidance and noble sacrifice, more lives would have been lost. Please recognize Lady Khanne Halfshav, Eilonwy Thunderoak, and other shamans for their support during the battle. And recognize the brave Redrain warriors led by Lord Arik Halfshav and Lord Brogan Nightgold who protected these shamans while they called upon the spirits.
The Faith that were there showed their respect by not interfering with the ritual. I commend Sir Preston and Dame Thena Greyhope for their tolerance. This is how the Faith and Shamans should work together, for the greater good of the Crown and Compact. To the Last, they fought back the darkness. For that I am grateful.
Princess Marian Redrain
Warchief and Sword of Farhaven
Not all of us walk the path of the spirits, but even for those that do not, it is important that the shamans be recognized for their service in the Battle of Stormwall. Led by Lady Khanne Halfshav, the Spirit Walkers prayed to the spirits and assisted with bringing nature's fury on the Marinites. Without their spiritual guidance and noble sacrifice, more lives would have been lost. Please recognize Lady Khanne Halfshav, Eilonwy Thunderoak, and other shamans for their support during the battle. And recognize the brave Redrain warriors led by Lord Arik Halfshav and Lord Brogan Nightgold who protected these shamans while they called upon the spirits.
The Faith that were there showed their respect by not interfering with the ritual. I commend Sir Preston and Dame Thena Greyhope for their tolerance. This is how the Faith and Shamans should work together, for the greater good of the Crown and Compact. To the Last, they fought back the darkness. For that I am grateful.
Princess Marian Redrain
Warchief and Sword of Farhaven
Written By Marian
March 17, 2018, 4:30 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
Countess Reigna Keaton, Guildmaster of the Physicians,
You were there at the Battle of Stormwall. You witnessed first hand the damage our enemy caused to House Redrain, allied Compact and Faith forces. Your physicians worked side by side the Mercies to ensure that lives were saved. I can not imagine the carnage if your physicians were not on the battlefield. Even when the enemy stormed the healers' tents, you kept at your duty, letting the Knights of Solace defend you as your people worked around the clock. Please accept my personal thanks for your contributions as well as those of your guild.
Please consider recognizing these caring and compassionate physicians: Lady Olivia Ashford who set up the triage tents and was your right-hand physician during the battle. Petal Penrose assisted the physicians with her nursing skills.
Every Last Redrain appreciates your service.
Princess Marian Redrain
Warchief and Sword to Farhaven
You were there at the Battle of Stormwall. You witnessed first hand the damage our enemy caused to House Redrain, allied Compact and Faith forces. Your physicians worked side by side the Mercies to ensure that lives were saved. I can not imagine the carnage if your physicians were not on the battlefield. Even when the enemy stormed the healers' tents, you kept at your duty, letting the Knights of Solace defend you as your people worked around the clock. Please accept my personal thanks for your contributions as well as those of your guild.
Please consider recognizing these caring and compassionate physicians: Lady Olivia Ashford who set up the triage tents and was your right-hand physician during the battle. Petal Penrose assisted the physicians with her nursing skills.
Every Last Redrain appreciates your service.
Princess Marian Redrain
Warchief and Sword to Farhaven
Written By Alis
March 17, 2018, 4:16 p.m.(5/17/1008 AR)
It may be small comfort, but Fiachra and I have decided on what we feel the very best way to honor Lady Eirlys Greenmarch.
If the child I carry is a girl, she will be named Eirlys so that there is a Princess Eirlys Valardin, as was meant to be. And if the child I carry is a boy, he will be named Eirlon in her honor.
It has already been a comfort to us both to hear word of the her recognition as a hero and warrior.
And to the rest of our family: You better keep yourselves safe.
If the child I carry is a girl, she will be named Eirlys so that there is a Princess Eirlys Valardin, as was meant to be. And if the child I carry is a boy, he will be named Eirlon in her honor.
It has already been a comfort to us both to hear word of the her recognition as a hero and warrior.
And to the rest of our family: You better keep yourselves safe.
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