Written By Preston
Feb. 6, 2018, 9:49 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Thena
No matter how beautiful your singing voice, you aren't a Grayhope now Thena Godsworn!
Written By Valery
Feb. 6, 2018, 5:34 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
I got a message today congratulating me...
It seems people are talking about my work in the town!!
It seems people are talking about my work in the town!!
Written By Merek
Feb. 6, 2018, 5:25 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Aiden
We have not talked in a while, however I am curious to learn more about some birds I've heard about. I might talk to you about them when you are able.
Written By Merek
Feb. 6, 2018, 5:20 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
It seems like the winter will move on to spring. I know that I'm Velenosian, however where I'm from around in Fidante often had a nice cool to it because of the wind and hills. I am a curiosity when it comes to weather, but I prefer the cooler season.
Written By Eiran
Feb. 6, 2018, 2:19 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Back in Arx. Valardin Ward is seventy percent more goat by volume than I remember, and everyone seems to have taken up comedy since I saw them last. Still, it beats Artshall in the winter, doesn't it?
Pertinent to which, Cristoph: any letter from a Mairi Sheridan ought to go directly into the hearth flames sight-unseen. If, on the other hand, the letter is from a Marielle Sheridan, dispose of it twice as fast. Consider using gloves.
We'll all be happier that way, I promise you.
It's good to be back.
Pertinent to which, Cristoph: any letter from a Mairi Sheridan ought to go directly into the hearth flames sight-unseen. If, on the other hand, the letter is from a Marielle Sheridan, dispose of it twice as fast. Consider using gloves.
We'll all be happier that way, I promise you.
It's good to be back.
Written By Itzal
Feb. 6, 2018, 12:24 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
And yes, a song can kill and destroy. If you're certain it cannot, feel free to share your darkest, deepest secrets with me. Or I suppose I can find them on my own.
On an unrelated note, always pay your bards, folks!
On an unrelated note, always pay your bards, folks!
Written By Itzal
Feb. 6, 2018, 12:18 a.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
Can a song change the world? On its own, no, not the kind I can make. Not the kind most people can make. Can a song change someone? Yes, if it's the right one. Good or bad, as long as the song reaches the heart, the guts, the soul.
Can a song change the world? If the right person listens, absolutely.
Can a song change the world? If the right person listens, absolutely.
Written By Mae
Feb. 5, 2018, 11:52 p.m.(2/16/1008 AR)
(To whom it may concern: This should have been posted days ago! I forgot to add a copy to the whites. My apologies. -Mae)
Commoners Bulletin V2N3 - 02/12/1008 AR (02/03/2018)
The Commoners Bulletin is a condensed version of the news, happenings, and proclamations given out in the past fortnight! If you have news to include in the bulletin, or you believe I've missed something, please send word! (OOC: Using mail is good!)
-Mae Grayhope, Commoners Council
NEWS:
*Someone vandalized the Reading Room in the Vellichorian Academy, tossing red paint everywhere and leaving a stack of children's toys. If anyone has any information, send it along to Archscholar Bianca.
*The situation in Kennex has continued to improve! The whole Kennex family seems to have come together to support the Marquis and Marquessa. Allies have come to aid as well, including the Grim Duke's own son! Well done, House Kennex.
*News has reached Arx of an expedition of the Inquisition - apparently a group went to Stonehearth and smashed some petrified trees? Stonehearth is the home of the Stonewood Family. The Master of Questions has released a statement explaining that cultists had taken up within the grove, and the Inquisition had moved in to stop some nasty murders they had performed. If anyone has information, please send it to Master of Questions Laric! (Though, also, I think Laric just hates trees, petrified or otherwise.)
*A new play opened at the Blackrose Theater. Titled 'Besieged, a Play in Three Acts', it features a group of commoners sharing their lives during the siege of Arx. While I'll not spoil the play itself, I will say it is critical of the nobility. And, as lovely as the show was, the highlight of the premiere was likely Lord Darrow's tone-deaf and borish claim that, in my words, lots of people die so commoners should stop complaining. Fortunately, more than a few nobles were as appalled by the man's comments as everyone else was, and stepped up to tell him how wrong he was.
*House Grayson hosted a 'rally and free-for-all'. Surely this was designed to show unity in the family, and I am told there was, indeed, unity! There was a marching contest, which Prince Ainsley won, but he was a host so that didn't count, meaning Lady Margerie won! There was a pie-dodging contest, and Archlector Aleksei Morgan won that. And in the free-for-all, Prince Luca the Gorgeous and Lazy won! No lazy in all ways, clearly. Prizes included stygian and diamondplate. I am suddenly sad I didn't go and beat Blessed Aleksei.
*Sir Daemon Dracone has been seen all over the Lowers doing charitable work. I can confirm I've seen the man and his good deeds. Keep it up, Sir Daemon!
*Blessed Roran, Archlector of Lagoma, has returned to Arx after a lengthy tour of the Shrines throughout the Compact. Cats everywhere in the city rejoice. No, I don't know why. And get your mind out of the gutter, Joscelin.
PROCLAMATIONS:
*Lady Arianna Stonewood resigned as Voice of her house.
*The brilliant and capable Dame Eleanor Allenatore was promoted to First Captain of the King's Own. I am ever more certain the King and Queen and their beautiful children are in good hands.
*What's been happening in Greenmarch? I know we're all curious! This week we have both a resignation of a Voice and an appointing of a formerly resigned voice! Prince Fiachra Valardin is out! Lady Monique Telmar is back in! I heard a rumor that folks are starting to place bets on the next change.
*Princess Cassima Thrax was promoted to Minister of Finance and Income of House Thrax. Her duties include managing the coffers, ensuring vassal houses are paying their taxes, and stopping High Lord Victus from buying more expensive cat toys.
*Prince Aurelian Valardin and Marquessa Quenia Igniseri are courting. That means that in a while, if they still can stand each other, they'll get married!
*Prince Aiden Grayson and Princess Cadenza Velenosa have been named First Seekers of the Society of Explorers. That means they'll be Voices, and speak with Princess Lou Grayson's authority on matters of the Society. Which, did you all know, it's actually really hard to get into the Society of Explorers? I'm not kidding, it's tough.
*Princess Isolde Velenosa announced that, in lieu of wedding gifts, she'll be collecting money to help children in the Lyceum. This will be done via a raffle. How fun!
Commoners Bulletin V2N3 - 02/12/1008 AR (02/03/2018)
The Commoners Bulletin is a condensed version of the news, happenings, and proclamations given out in the past fortnight! If you have news to include in the bulletin, or you believe I've missed something, please send word! (OOC: Using mail is good!)
-Mae Grayhope, Commoners Council
NEWS:
*Someone vandalized the Reading Room in the Vellichorian Academy, tossing red paint everywhere and leaving a stack of children's toys. If anyone has any information, send it along to Archscholar Bianca.
*The situation in Kennex has continued to improve! The whole Kennex family seems to have come together to support the Marquis and Marquessa. Allies have come to aid as well, including the Grim Duke's own son! Well done, House Kennex.
*News has reached Arx of an expedition of the Inquisition - apparently a group went to Stonehearth and smashed some petrified trees? Stonehearth is the home of the Stonewood Family. The Master of Questions has released a statement explaining that cultists had taken up within the grove, and the Inquisition had moved in to stop some nasty murders they had performed. If anyone has information, please send it to Master of Questions Laric! (Though, also, I think Laric just hates trees, petrified or otherwise.)
*A new play opened at the Blackrose Theater. Titled 'Besieged, a Play in Three Acts', it features a group of commoners sharing their lives during the siege of Arx. While I'll not spoil the play itself, I will say it is critical of the nobility. And, as lovely as the show was, the highlight of the premiere was likely Lord Darrow's tone-deaf and borish claim that, in my words, lots of people die so commoners should stop complaining. Fortunately, more than a few nobles were as appalled by the man's comments as everyone else was, and stepped up to tell him how wrong he was.
*House Grayson hosted a 'rally and free-for-all'. Surely this was designed to show unity in the family, and I am told there was, indeed, unity! There was a marching contest, which Prince Ainsley won, but he was a host so that didn't count, meaning Lady Margerie won! There was a pie-dodging contest, and Archlector Aleksei Morgan won that. And in the free-for-all, Prince Luca the Gorgeous and Lazy won! No lazy in all ways, clearly. Prizes included stygian and diamondplate. I am suddenly sad I didn't go and beat Blessed Aleksei.
*Sir Daemon Dracone has been seen all over the Lowers doing charitable work. I can confirm I've seen the man and his good deeds. Keep it up, Sir Daemon!
*Blessed Roran, Archlector of Lagoma, has returned to Arx after a lengthy tour of the Shrines throughout the Compact. Cats everywhere in the city rejoice. No, I don't know why. And get your mind out of the gutter, Joscelin.
PROCLAMATIONS:
*Lady Arianna Stonewood resigned as Voice of her house.
*The brilliant and capable Dame Eleanor Allenatore was promoted to First Captain of the King's Own. I am ever more certain the King and Queen and their beautiful children are in good hands.
*What's been happening in Greenmarch? I know we're all curious! This week we have both a resignation of a Voice and an appointing of a formerly resigned voice! Prince Fiachra Valardin is out! Lady Monique Telmar is back in! I heard a rumor that folks are starting to place bets on the next change.
*Princess Cassima Thrax was promoted to Minister of Finance and Income of House Thrax. Her duties include managing the coffers, ensuring vassal houses are paying their taxes, and stopping High Lord Victus from buying more expensive cat toys.
*Prince Aurelian Valardin and Marquessa Quenia Igniseri are courting. That means that in a while, if they still can stand each other, they'll get married!
*Prince Aiden Grayson and Princess Cadenza Velenosa have been named First Seekers of the Society of Explorers. That means they'll be Voices, and speak with Princess Lou Grayson's authority on matters of the Society. Which, did you all know, it's actually really hard to get into the Society of Explorers? I'm not kidding, it's tough.
*Princess Isolde Velenosa announced that, in lieu of wedding gifts, she'll be collecting money to help children in the Lyceum. This will be done via a raffle. How fun!
Written By Sorrel
Feb. 5, 2018, 10:05 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
For a pair of good friends, a song in honor of Limerance about giant water birds that mate for life and always return to their spouses and do not recover the loss of a spouse:
I love you like an albatross
Forever true and never dross
With you I'll mate just once for life
To hold against upcoming strife
Together shall we build a nest
And keep it safely from the rest
Our chicks may come, our chicks may go
And though they're flying to and fro
I'll always find my home in you
A place of safety that is true
I love you like an albatross
And should I ever face your loss
To mate again I cannot do
For I recall my love for you.
I love you like an albatross
Forever true and never dross
With you I'll mate just once for life
To hold against upcoming strife
Together shall we build a nest
And keep it safely from the rest
Our chicks may come, our chicks may go
And though they're flying to and fro
I'll always find my home in you
A place of safety that is true
I love you like an albatross
And should I ever face your loss
To mate again I cannot do
For I recall my love for you.
Written By Derovai
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:48 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I said none of that, but I'll see you there. Of course I'll buy. I'll even pick the drink.
Written By Samantha
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:30 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Derovai
And because you haven't seen me in the Lowers, that must mean I'm never there, and that I have never actually put my silver where my mouth is.
I could list my accomplishments with regard to the people of Arx, and doing so might address your non-accusation, but it also would make me a braggart. And I would more than likely be accused of what some are taken to calling "but not all nobles".
If you are genuinely curious about who I am, what I'm doing, and what I've done, I'd be happy to have a drink with you at the Murder. And you're still buying.
I could list my accomplishments with regard to the people of Arx, and doing so might address your non-accusation, but it also would make me a braggart. And I would more than likely be accused of what some are taken to calling "but not all nobles".
If you are genuinely curious about who I am, what I'm doing, and what I've done, I'd be happy to have a drink with you at the Murder. And you're still buying.
Written By Driskell
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:23 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Seek not in the past the heroes of which today needs, their time is not now. The echoes of their deeds and lives are just that, echoes. The present requires the living to make their choices, to set their mark upon the world and choose whether or not their actions will make the world better than that which was given to them.
Become the heroes that a world desperately clinging to hope is needing.
Or if you're in a Thraxan kind of mood, ships never reach their destination by looking behind them, guide your ship to the stars ahead.
Become the heroes that a world desperately clinging to hope is needing.
Or if you're in a Thraxan kind of mood, ships never reach their destination by looking behind them, guide your ship to the stars ahead.
Written By Theron
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:20 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Brianna
I mean, you still tried to make things fair by warning people who were about to face a human wall of people, shields and swords. I thought it amusing, to be honest, and it was my pleasure to protect you.
You fought well, and you fought hard. I'd like to spar you sometime, but we'll see.
You fought well, and you fought hard. I'd like to spar you sometime, but we'll see.
Written By Cadenza
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:19 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Thorley
Needless to say it was a shock to my system to see him here.
I knew things would be the same but....at least I got to have closure. At least I know the he still has my back and if needed, I'll have his. Some things are more important....and friendship is one of them.....a true reliable friendship.
I knew things would be the same but....at least I got to have closure. At least I know the he still has my back and if needed, I'll have his. Some things are more important....and friendship is one of them.....a true reliable friendship.
Written By Cadenza
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:14 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
A lot has happened in the past few days and I can't be anything but excited.
I got promoted to First Seeker in the Society of Explorers along side Prince Aiden Grayson. I hope we can divide and conquer to get the ball rolling under Lou, our Pathfinder.
The masquerade is coming up...I'm ready to party! My costume is done but my brother is disappointed I won't have an official date. I mean....I'm hosting it. Will I have time to have a date? Nope!
I got promoted to First Seeker in the Society of Explorers along side Prince Aiden Grayson. I hope we can divide and conquer to get the ball rolling under Lou, our Pathfinder.
The masquerade is coming up...I'm ready to party! My costume is done but my brother is disappointed I won't have an official date. I mean....I'm hosting it. Will I have time to have a date? Nope!
Written By Brogan
Feb. 5, 2018, 8:04 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Lydia
Nothing brings the feeling of being home like being around Family. Despite all the duties she has to attend to as the Duchess, my wonderful niece came out to spend an evening drinking, and telling tall tale (mostly my own) with a number of the Nightgold.
I can see the weight of her responsibility, but she is not bowed by it in the slightest, and I'll be damned if I let her hold all of this on her own. I'll be there whenever she calls, and help her however I can as it is the very least I can do. She is an amazing woman, proud to call her my Duchess, but even more so to call her my Niece.
I can see the weight of her responsibility, but she is not bowed by it in the slightest, and I'll be damned if I let her hold all of this on her own. I'll be there whenever she calls, and help her however I can as it is the very least I can do. She is an amazing woman, proud to call her my Duchess, but even more so to call her my Niece.
Written By Aureth
Feb. 5, 2018, 7:34 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Anyone who does not know I am blessed by the Mother of Beginnings could look at my daughter and know it to be so.
Written By Derovai
Feb. 5, 2018, 7:12 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Samantha
I live in the Lowers, and I haven't seen you there before. Do you want to have a drink at the Murder of Crows to discuss how to put philosophy into action? Send a messenger. I'll buy.
Written By Lucita
Feb. 5, 2018, 6:56 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
To Arms, Came the Rallying Call
1008 - written to help reinforce speeches and remind of the need for answering the calling of banners.
'To arms, to arms!' Came the rallying call.
'Protect your homes, help defend us all.'
Volunteers came from all walks of life
Craftsmen, nobles, a man and his wife
Scholars or warriors, weak or strong,
They're heroes to whom our thanks belong.
'To arms, to arms!' Came the rallying call.
'Guard your freedom, your family, your all.'
Through long days these heroes did train
Then marched trough forests, crossed a wide plain.
They climbed in and out steep, wild ravines
And struggled to ford flooded, raging streams.
'To arms, to arms!' Came the rallying call.
'Protect your homes, help defend us all.'
Others sailed forth on wide, tumultuous seas
Working together to use the faintest breeze
Fending off those dangers as cohesive teams
Supporting each other is what unity means.
'To arms, to arms!' Came the rallying call.
'Guard your freedom, your family, your all.'
Faith sustains us through troubling days
To find heroic bravery not fearful ways
Unity binds us giving strength and hope
Like fragile fibers wound into strong rope.
1008 - written to help reinforce speeches and remind of the need for answering the calling of banners.
'To arms, to arms!' Came the rallying call.
'Protect your homes, help defend us all.'
Volunteers came from all walks of life
Craftsmen, nobles, a man and his wife
Scholars or warriors, weak or strong,
They're heroes to whom our thanks belong.
'To arms, to arms!' Came the rallying call.
'Guard your freedom, your family, your all.'
Through long days these heroes did train
Then marched trough forests, crossed a wide plain.
They climbed in and out steep, wild ravines
And struggled to ford flooded, raging streams.
'To arms, to arms!' Came the rallying call.
'Protect your homes, help defend us all.'
Others sailed forth on wide, tumultuous seas
Working together to use the faintest breeze
Fending off those dangers as cohesive teams
Supporting each other is what unity means.
'To arms, to arms!' Came the rallying call.
'Guard your freedom, your family, your all.'
Faith sustains us through troubling days
To find heroic bravery not fearful ways
Unity binds us giving strength and hope
Like fragile fibers wound into strong rope.
Written By Sameera
Feb. 5, 2018, 6:31 p.m.(2/15/1008 AR)
Relationship Note on Jeffeth
A strange man. I find myself mildly interested in seeing if he wins the negotiated terms.
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