Written By Shard
Oct. 10, 2017, 2:50 a.m.(5/15/1007 AR)
I didn't realize how much I'd desperately missed the North until I was back there, even if that realization had to come on a damn boat in the middle of a storm tossed sea. There was nothing particularly enjoyable about the trip to miss, but there was something about the air. The quiet. The emptiness.
Naturally, everyone else seems to have found it mildly horrifying.
Naturally, everyone else seems to have found it mildly horrifying.
Written By Oliver
Oct. 10, 2017, 12:33 a.m.(5/15/1007 AR)
It came out perfect. I had help with the metal, but my contribution is there too - a true symbol of unity, or so I hope it will be perceived as such.
And while I'm not a deeply religious man, I went down to the shrine today to show Jayus the work that is meant for one of His truest and most devote followers. I didn't get struck down or anything, so I think that means I did okay.
Of course, the truest test is yet to come. Soon, I think. It has to be soon. I don't know if I can wait much longer, besides.
And while I'm not a deeply religious man, I went down to the shrine today to show Jayus the work that is meant for one of His truest and most devote followers. I didn't get struck down or anything, so I think that means I did okay.
Of course, the truest test is yet to come. Soon, I think. It has to be soon. I don't know if I can wait much longer, besides.
Written By Driskell
Oct. 9, 2017, 9:35 p.m.(5/15/1007 AR)
We must be as thankful as we are for our successes as we are for our failures. Only through experience do we evolve and through growth are we able to better the world.
May I remember to be humble and have an open heart on correction given to me, and may the gods bless the one who stands up to provide correction for surely they are their brother's keeper. May I be wise enough to learn from others mistakes so that I might use their footsteps rather than blaze another trail going the same way.
May I remember to be humble and have an open heart on correction given to me, and may the gods bless the one who stands up to provide correction for surely they are their brother's keeper. May I be wise enough to learn from others mistakes so that I might use their footsteps rather than blaze another trail going the same way.
Written By Reigna
Oct. 9, 2017, 8:44 p.m.(5/15/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Marian
I am so very pleased for you, Princess Marian! That your daughter is here is a blessing for us all, and I am charmed by your poem to announce her arrival. Princess Ellara has the first of her boon companions and I hope it is not too presumptuous to hope that my Squall might be an addition to what will likely be a formidable pair of Princesses.
Welcome Princess Nia of Redrain, there is a whole world of love waiting to embrace you and see you succeed.
Welcome Princess Nia of Redrain, there is a whole world of love waiting to embrace you and see you succeed.
Written By Monique
Oct. 9, 2017, 8:26 p.m.(5/15/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Marian
An aunt for the second time, and honored to be Speaker for Princess Nia Imogen Redrain, affectionately known as Bert (to me, and no one else). I cannot imagine, though my sister has fought many a heroic battle worth of high praise, that I should ever be more proud of her than I am at the birth of Princess Nia.
I suppose Prince Fergus did all right, too.
I suppose Prince Fergus did all right, too.
Written By Morrighan
Oct. 9, 2017, 7:14 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Marian
It is most uplifting news indeed, congratulations to you and Ferg on your baby girl, I look forward to meeting the new little Princess of Redrain.
Written By Flora
Oct. 9, 2017, 6:55 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
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It's all in that little dot at the top.
Written By Samantha
Oct. 9, 2017, 6:29 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
Spring and summer. I have seldom left the manor of late, in part because Nara needs me, but also because I've had an oddly lethargic turn of my energies. It's bothersome because I don't want to lose touch with what's going on around me, and I can't serve the people of the March or the city if I am distant from all of the goings on. But I am having moments where motivation is difficult.
Is the right answer to throw myself into my duties as one might be thrown into the river to learn to swim? I suppose so. It's also been ages since Deepwood has held any kind of social function, so perhaps it might be time for one. I suppose there's an ever present worry about people showing up. Speaking to others and communicating ideas is my forte. I need improvement in the art of hostessing.
Is the right answer to throw myself into my duties as one might be thrown into the river to learn to swim? I suppose so. It's also been ages since Deepwood has held any kind of social function, so perhaps it might be time for one. I suppose there's an ever present worry about people showing up. Speaking to others and communicating ideas is my forte. I need improvement in the art of hostessing.
Written By Marian
Oct. 9, 2017, 5:33 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
A little Redrain cub was born today.
On the auspicious fourteenth of May.
My reddish locks with her father's dark eyes.
Who roared with anger instead of sweet cries.
Our little warrior princess with tight grip.
Who gulps her milk rather than petite sips.
Lady Bright, Our Girl Maiden, Nia Imogen.
Our contribution to the next generation.
On the auspicious fourteenth of May.
My reddish locks with her father's dark eyes.
Who roared with anger instead of sweet cries.
Our little warrior princess with tight grip.
Who gulps her milk rather than petite sips.
Lady Bright, Our Girl Maiden, Nia Imogen.
Our contribution to the next generation.
Written By Valerio
Oct. 9, 2017, 4:16 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Dianna
The Scolding Niece, that is the one I meant my other Darling Niece.
Also, I shall terrorize whoever I please! The house staff occasionally deserve it. Honestly I think it amuses them to get me all blustery, and then bribe me with food. Or good drink.
Also, I shall terrorize whoever I please! The house staff occasionally deserve it. Honestly I think it amuses them to get me all blustery, and then bribe me with food. Or good drink.
Written By Ida
Oct. 9, 2017, 3:24 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Joscelin
There is no greater compliment than to render our beloved Guildmaster Joscelin near speechless. To have delighted one of the most ingenious crafters I have ever known is even beyond that. Thank you, my dearest friend, for trusting me with such a wide-open gift of crafting what I felt, especially considering the import of the project. I'm both honored and thrilled they are so kindly received!
Written By Reigna
Oct. 9, 2017, 2:31 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Eirlys
On the subject of family, you, my dear Lady Eirlys Greenmarch, are certainly that to me. Your description of Lady Shae is spot on. She is very much a ray of Sunshine, I have described her that way myself, many a time. Some might think I mean only that she is warm, comforting and can be as sweet as the first rays of sunlight on your face in the Spring. But she is also as fierce as the unrelenting rays, can be as punishing to her foes as a desert heat. She is also as reliable as that great star that rises without fail each dawn to banish the dark.
Lady Shae is a wonder, and a gift. And for more than her presence in our lives, but also in the friends she has brought to Keaton. You, Lady Eirlys, Princess Alis and Prince Fiachra. Marquis Gaston. All of you have become known to us because of Shae and each and every one of you is a blessing.
As to witnessing Squall's birth, well. I shall have to discuss this with Kael and think on it. I am nervous, this I will admit. As the time grows ever nearer, I find that my knowledge of medicines and how things can go so very wrong is a hindrance of sorts. Perhaps having those I feel close to will help ward off those frightening thoughts. I still must see who I can find to be the midwife, there is less time than I think and so very much left to do.
Lady Shae is a wonder, and a gift. And for more than her presence in our lives, but also in the friends she has brought to Keaton. You, Lady Eirlys, Princess Alis and Prince Fiachra. Marquis Gaston. All of you have become known to us because of Shae and each and every one of you is a blessing.
As to witnessing Squall's birth, well. I shall have to discuss this with Kael and think on it. I am nervous, this I will admit. As the time grows ever nearer, I find that my knowledge of medicines and how things can go so very wrong is a hindrance of sorts. Perhaps having those I feel close to will help ward off those frightening thoughts. I still must see who I can find to be the midwife, there is less time than I think and so very much left to do.
Written By Sebastian
Oct. 9, 2017, 12:09 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
To see the bees buzzing once more about the garden, the scent of Fire in the air, and so many blooms to be beheld. It is hard to believe that it has been a year since I came to reside in Arx. How things have changed in such a short time, and how many yet remain the same.
Written By Eirene
Oct. 9, 2017, 12:08 p.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
As reported by Carissa:
Ask the Queen-Elf if there's any fucking elven importance to a total spontaneous Lagoma-lady-of fire-damned clue why blackout. Again. This is the second fucking time it's happened... They like nighttime and darkness and shit so maybe there's an elven thing to it?
As sent:
Your radiant majesty, as long lived as you and your peoples are, have you ever heard of such an event as a spontaneous eclipse? I know your people tend to favor night and the darkness so are there elven significances to such a thing?
With respect
Lady Eirene Malvici
Ask the Queen-Elf if there's any fucking elven importance to a total spontaneous Lagoma-lady-of fire-damned clue why blackout. Again. This is the second fucking time it's happened... They like nighttime and darkness and shit so maybe there's an elven thing to it?
As sent:
Your radiant majesty, as long lived as you and your peoples are, have you ever heard of such an event as a spontaneous eclipse? I know your people tend to favor night and the darkness so are there elven significances to such a thing?
With respect
Lady Eirene Malvici
Written By Joscelin
Oct. 9, 2017, 11:52 a.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Ida
If you've ever a need for weaponry of a particular intimate caliber, I'm proud that we have so many in the Crafters Guild that can offer such skill.
But I am biased, I'm afraid.
She's given me a gift, my Ida, to express my heart and I gave her complete reign to do as she felt inspiration guided her.
I'm beyond delighted. I am speechless.
Thank you, my beloved friend. They are perfect.
But I am biased, I'm afraid.
She's given me a gift, my Ida, to express my heart and I gave her complete reign to do as she felt inspiration guided her.
I'm beyond delighted. I am speechless.
Thank you, my beloved friend. They are perfect.
Written By Eirene
Oct. 9, 2017, 10:27 a.m.(5/14/1007 AR)
For the record - I HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH THE BLACK SKY.
That is all.
That is all.
Written By Valery
Oct. 9, 2017, 5:36 a.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Time is getting closer to travel North, and I just noticed, talking with a woman, that I'll need to leave the mice in the city too.
Somehow, it worries me much more than leaving the children...
Somehow, it worries me much more than leaving the children...
Written By Dianna
Oct. 9, 2017, 1:04 a.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Dearest Uncle --
You must be more specific as to which niece. There are so many of us, and more than one of us in Arx now, to fuss over you so diligently. Or scold you for terrorizing house stewards, as the case may be.
Do not terrorize the house stewards.
You must be more specific as to which niece. There are so many of us, and more than one of us in Arx now, to fuss over you so diligently. Or scold you for terrorizing house stewards, as the case may be.
Do not terrorize the house stewards.
Written By Pepper
Oct. 9, 2017, 12:04 a.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
It's nice seeing familiar faces, especially in places that you least expect. I just need to catch up around in general. But it was a god start today with Estaban. Next to talk to family
Written By Thesarin
Oct. 9, 2017, 12:01 a.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
What the Countrss has achieved marks a deep change in Riven, forever. Ten thousand more Prodigals sworn to the Twainfort, from any number of tribes. They are our people now, and what does that leave Riven? A confederacy of tribes, a County of Deepwood full of Shavs? Both?
The world changes, and we keep up or fall behind.
The world changes, and we keep up or fall behind.
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