Written By Caelis
Jan. 9, 2018, 12:20 p.m.(12/7/1007 AR)
I had meant to come and write about my daily rides with Semiramis, but find myself quite distraught. Perhaps a trip home is due, so my husband does not forget he married a women of Southport. Perhaps it's the baby but I miss my people. I wish my mother were still here to help me with the baby when it comes. Today my thoughts are troubled, perhaps I've been in the city too long.
May your hopes find safe harbors.
May your hopes find safe harbors.
Written By Harlan
Jan. 9, 2018, 11:37 a.m.(12/7/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
There are these people. They cook things. They do it for money. They're called...I believe...cooks.
I believe I have one of these?
I believe I have one of these?
Written By Derovai
Jan. 9, 2018, 11:35 a.m.(12/7/1007 AR)
Had a few particularly interesting meetings over the past few days upon popping my head up again, with a few particularly interesting parties, from cheap beer to rarities and rare teas. I'm curious to see how it will all pan out, but I've got my eyes and ears open nonetheless. The sermon I attended was illuminating indeed, given my past interactions with those more devout than I. Sadly, I couldn't coax Dame Thena into attending the service as well. More's the pity. I have every faith (ha) she would have found it quite interesting indeed.
Written By Agnarr
Jan. 9, 2018, 11 a.m.(12/7/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
Wood stoves are a pain to keep in the city. Most folk opt for the pot shops. Silks and fat merchants are luckier. The villa feeds me.
In the field, it's whatever you catch or gather, and a bit of hard-baked bread and salted pork or beef that needs soaking for hours before you get enough salt out that it's edible. If you're lucky, you might get vegetables and portable soup. If not, you'll get the most shite, inedible cut, with not a bit of fat on it.
Good stuff, that portable soup. Always have some.
In the field, it's whatever you catch or gather, and a bit of hard-baked bread and salted pork or beef that needs soaking for hours before you get enough salt out that it's edible. If you're lucky, you might get vegetables and portable soup. If not, you'll get the most shite, inedible cut, with not a bit of fat on it.
Good stuff, that portable soup. Always have some.
Written By Edain
Jan. 9, 2018, 10:48 a.m.(12/7/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
That is actually a little bit misleading. While it's true we don't really do our own cooking at home, in the field we cook a good little bit. Especially when with the army on a campaign, or when taking time to be an errant knight.
Of course I can't follow an actual recipe or use an oven properly know what pot I should use in an actual kitchen. That said, if I do say so myself, during the Tor-Southport War when our daily ration was a pound of beef and a pound of flower I learned to make a pretty good 'beefy pudding.'
Of course Valen always claimed it tasted like clammy, moldy feet, but I still think it is more of an indictment of him that he recognizes that taste than it is of my cooking
Of course I can't follow an actual recipe or use an oven properly know what pot I should use in an actual kitchen. That said, if I do say so myself, during the Tor-Southport War when our daily ration was a pound of beef and a pound of flower I learned to make a pretty good 'beefy pudding.'
Of course Valen always claimed it tasted like clammy, moldy feet, but I still think it is more of an indictment of him that he recognizes that taste than it is of my cooking
Written By Quenia
Jan. 9, 2018, 10:45 a.m.(12/7/1007 AR)
*scrawled in one of the pages of Quenia's journal*
Things To Do This Week:
1) Check on the vintners to see how they are progressing on the new wine for Lady Monique and Lord Corban's Glittering Gala.
2) Find Luis for a swords lesson.
3) Buy chew toys for Ruby. Lots of chew toys. So MANY chew toys. Did I mention the chew toys?
4) Work on plans for a Winter Ball - replacing the idea of a Fall Ball.
5) Paperwork. Paperwork. Paperwork.
6) Possibly chew toys for Golden too. Don't think Lucita will want her lutes to become such toys for her new pup. Maybe double the amount of Ruby, as he's a boy.
Things To Do This Week:
1) Check on the vintners to see how they are progressing on the new wine for Lady Monique and Lord Corban's Glittering Gala.
2) Find Luis for a swords lesson.
3) Buy chew toys for Ruby. Lots of chew toys. So MANY chew toys. Did I mention the chew toys?
4) Work on plans for a Winter Ball - replacing the idea of a Fall Ball.
5) Paperwork. Paperwork. Paperwork.
6) Possibly chew toys for Golden too. Don't think Lucita will want her lutes to become such toys for her new pup. Maybe double the amount of Ruby, as he's a boy.
Written By Sparte
Jan. 9, 2018, 10:30 a.m.(12/7/1007 AR)
I had no idea that nobles don't typically cook for themselves. I'm not sure what else they do differently than common folk. I'm feeling rather daft about the whole of it, maybe I should talk to a whisper. They're supposed to know this stuff.
Written By Thena
Jan. 9, 2018, 9:53 a.m.(12/7/1007 AR)
The Knights of Solace are mustering all nearby agents to the landing points of the Eastern enemy's fleets; Crovane, the Lyceum, Darkwater Watch and Arx. They will be providing aid both spiritual and material, preparing citizens for evacuating the affected areas or outlasting a siege situation if necessary, supporting the Mercies and physicians and serving as a defensive force to help protect the citizens of Arvum. Other Solace agents across Arvum will be temporarily expanding their routes so that all travelers will still be able to count on their protection.
As we face this near-unprecedented situation, I ask for the patience and help of the Compact. Attempting to move and protect so many people will take time and patience and resources. I know we are all trying to look after our own, but any goods or services you can provide will be appreciated more than I can possibly say. If you'd like to pledge help or have any concerns about these efforts please do not hesitate to contact me. I am anxious to ensure that the actions of the Silver Order compliment the strategies of others (OOC: An action is forthcoming!). Gild's blessing is upon those who encourage charity and the prosperity of our Compact.
Walk in the Light,
Dame Thena Grayhope, Acting Commander and Adjutant Officer to Grandmaster Armel Godsworn
Knights of Solace
As we face this near-unprecedented situation, I ask for the patience and help of the Compact. Attempting to move and protect so many people will take time and patience and resources. I know we are all trying to look after our own, but any goods or services you can provide will be appreciated more than I can possibly say. If you'd like to pledge help or have any concerns about these efforts please do not hesitate to contact me. I am anxious to ensure that the actions of the Silver Order compliment the strategies of others (OOC: An action is forthcoming!). Gild's blessing is upon those who encourage charity and the prosperity of our Compact.
Walk in the Light,
Dame Thena Grayhope, Acting Commander and Adjutant Officer to Grandmaster Armel Godsworn
Knights of Solace
Written By Lou
Jan. 9, 2018, 8:59 a.m.(12/7/1007 AR)
Mason and I have an expedition for the Explorers to go on. It'll be interesting to see who volunteers to go. He's made the announcement already, and I've put him in charge - since this one is his baby.
I've also let the other Explorer's know that I'm leading them now. It's weird to consider myself the Pathfinder, after Aislin was for so long. My first task will be to name some First Seekers and to bolster the ranks of the Seekers, as some of our members have moved on to the Wheel. I'm keeping watch on the group we have, to see who shines brightest as leadership material.
I've also let the other Explorer's know that I'm leading them now. It's weird to consider myself the Pathfinder, after Aislin was for so long. My first task will be to name some First Seekers and to bolster the ranks of the Seekers, as some of our members have moved on to the Wheel. I'm keeping watch on the group we have, to see who shines brightest as leadership material.
Written By Derovai
Jan. 9, 2018, 12:25 a.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Aerandir
Smarter than he looks, underneath all that armor -- and not all of it literal.
Written By Artur
Jan. 8, 2018, 9:08 p.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
At the top of today's entry is a sketch done in charcoal. It's been done rather quickly, though it's clear that some effort has been made after the fact to go back and add detail and shading, meaning that the finished piece is actually rather good. It depicts a tavern, though most of the patrons have been redrawn as a selection of trolls and ogres and goblins and orcs and things with broad muscles and jagged teeth and hair where there oughtn't to be hair. They all seem quite genial, though there's the definite air things could erupt into a brawl at any given moment.
Beneath, a few lines of text have been added.
"Met Lady Barbrey Blackwood at The Spirits today. She seems nice, if a little fierce. I showed her what I was drawing and she seemed to find it pretty funny. funny. She misses the Northlands and I told her I haven't found any good trees to climb in the south yet."
Beneath, a few lines of text have been added.
"Met Lady Barbrey Blackwood at The Spirits today. She seems nice, if a little fierce. I showed her what I was drawing and she seemed to find it pretty funny. funny. She misses the Northlands and I told her I haven't found any good trees to climb in the south yet."
Written By Sorrel
Jan. 8, 2018, 8:50 p.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Astraea
Today I watched my dear friend Princess Astraea spar with Princess Marian in the training center and best her. It was an incredible fight. I feel honored to call such a fighter my friend. I also got to meet her younger sister Princess Echo, and I intend to call her a friend as well someday.
Written By Aaron
Jan. 8, 2018, 8:32 p.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
The Lighthouse goes on as it always has, I'm happy to report.
Written By Mae
Jan. 8, 2018, 8:11 p.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
King Alaric has assured me that there's no law saying whoever touches a baby first gets to name it, and if there was he'd just change it anyways.
So, welcome to Arx, Princess Alessa and Prince Elisian (Mae)! May you know how blessed you are, and use well the life our Mother has given us.
(No, I've never met a boy named Mae, but that's what would make it so unique and princely!)
So, welcome to Arx, Princess Alessa and Prince Elisian (Mae)! May you know how blessed you are, and use well the life our Mother has given us.
(No, I've never met a boy named Mae, but that's what would make it so unique and princely!)
Written By Eirene
Jan. 8, 2018, 6:29 p.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
Falling asleep by a mirror is a weird feeling, waking up and seeing myself. In other news, my hair is pretty messy when I sleep on it in braids.
Written By Carita
Jan. 8, 2018, 6:16 p.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
A seal's cradle-song.
The sea is black, the sea is eerie,
The sea is careless and uneasy.
If you seek quiet, you must be leery.
If you wander, you must travel easy.
There, by the crescent moon, the shark
has hid his head beneath a wave
calling solemnly to seal on shore,
in a voice deep and hollow, hark --
"Follow, follow on flipper brave,"
"the storm will not rage nor roar,"
"Follow, follow to sleep in the arms,
of a swinging, swaying sea."
The sea is black, the sea is eerie,
The sea is careless and uneasy.
If you seek quiet, you must be leery.
If you wander, you must travel easy.
There, by the crescent moon, the shark
has hid his head beneath a wave
calling solemnly to seal on shore,
in a voice deep and hollow, hark --
"Follow, follow on flipper brave,"
"the storm will not rage nor roar,"
"Follow, follow to sleep in the arms,
of a swinging, swaying sea."
Written By Jacque
Jan. 8, 2018, 6:04 p.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Emilia
She's my friend. She confided in me. Am I really worthy? She's an incredible fighter, and I know in my heart she'll become a hero. I only wish she stopped talking about dying. Few of us have as much chance for greatness as she does. And yeah, I told her that I wanted to be a scholar. Perhaps I should have said that in a lower tone. Still, I'll be strong for her.
Written By Emilia
Jan. 8, 2018, 5:59 p.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Jacque
I've come to consider him a close friend of mine. Something about his carefree mannerisms, and the fact that he is among the only ones who hasn't praised me for my swordsmanship, but rather other things, has made me confide in him once during a spar. I wish to be a pillar of stability for him, and treat him with the respect he deserves.
Written By Leona
Jan. 8, 2018, 3:20 p.m.(12/6/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Orazio
It has been several years since I have valued someone's advice as highly as I do Orazio's. Also it has been some time since someone managed to hold their own in a debate with me while taking a completely opposite view and still manage to make a logical and sound argument. I admire his strength of character and his mind. How very interesting.
Written By Aureth
Jan. 8, 2018, 2:45 p.m.(12/5/1007 AR)
I'm delighted to thank the Queen of Endings and Mother of Beginnings for the shining new lives she has brought into this world for His and Her Majesty.
Twin birthdays! Very exciting day.
Twin birthdays! Very exciting day.
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