March 12, 2017, 9:55 a.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
Plan and plot all you like, Castiel Thrax. The future is a wildfire swirling in the wind; the pieces you so cautiously place on boards, the models you so meticulously run on your papers and the relationships you are so carefully cultivating are jokes made in a fucking drunken stupor.
Every time I open my eyes I see the future mocking me. The evidence is on my finger.
Written By
Niamh
March 12, 2017, 9:39 a.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on
Khanne
Khanne Halfshav has wedged herself in like a spear thrust against a tree with great strength. Try as you might, she seems impossible to dislodge. Which is probably a good thing since she'll need that fierce determination for what she's planning to do. Spirits and Gods watch over her. I'm growing too fond of the woman to want anything to happen to her.
March 12, 2017, 9:32 a.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
The actions of Brother Fawkuhl, still missing, left a deep wound between the Faith and the Shamans to the north. This is a wound that needs not exist, and one that I am pleased to say many have been willing to help heal. Prince Darren and Princess Drea have both reached out; Princess Freja has been delightful in her own offers. Yet it is the efforts of Lord Rowan and Lady Khanne that have touched my own heart the most on the matter. The two of them recently sent the Faith a massive working of their own in order to honor the traditions of the Faith and the Compact.
I am quite pleased with the totem that has been delivered to the rectory and accept this donation for the Faith in the spirit it was given. Donations are never about the monetary value, dear readers. It is about the effort, the time, the sincerity behind the donation and how much it means to the giver. We accept this totem and recognize the craftsmanship, the effort, the sweat and labor that went into it.
Lord Rowan and Lady Khanne have my thanks for it.
I just need to determine where to put this thing.
March 12, 2017, 3:11 a.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on
Edain
In the time that I have been in this city I have seen a lot, acts of kindness and completely horrible things for no other reason than rank or status.
There are so many reasons that Prince Edain stands out. Many of those reasons are easy to see. He cares about his people, all of his people regardless of the differences between them. Sometimes those differences make us stronger. He is kind, strong, a good leader and so many other things that it's hard to figure how how to write this without it sounding trite. He has had my loyalty from the day I met him and he continues to show me all the reasons why giving him that loyalty was such a good choice. Today was kindness and understanding. Caring about something he didn't have to care about. For seeing someone having a moment where they falter because they are human and not thinking less of them for it.
I am proud to fight by his side and to help wherever I am needed.
March 12, 2017, 1:45 a.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on
Arcelia
My dear sister what can I say, I have been your guardian since you were a small baby and now I wish to do nothing but protect you to keep you safe. It pains me inside to know that someday soon I will not be able to do so anymore and I fear that day, if you only knew how much it scares me to know you will be spreading your wings and fly away. You have become such a beautiful woman, a noble Lady just know that no matter what no one is good enough for you and that I will be there to catch you if you fall.
March 12, 2017, 12:19 a.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on
Kima
Kima, my dearest cousin. It is soo good to see your face again. How I've missed the times we played together as kids. And oh how you've grown. The games we can play now will be most fun.
March 12, 2017, 12:15 a.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
New to town. Finding old faces that look new. New faces that look old. And plenty to entertain, all at my finger tips. This will be an interesting time.
March 11, 2017, 11:15 p.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
So the other day I saw Prism again. How other people don't just stare at her, I can't imagine. She embodies what it means to hope, I think; if there were a person representing hope...but she herself would say we *all* represent hope. So I'm going to redouble my efforts to provide and inspire hope for everyone.
March 11, 2017, 10:57 p.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
When I asked, I am glad that you answered me in truths rather than sweet nothings --
Excited. Terrified. Proud.
March 11, 2017, 10:28 p.m.(1/27/1006 AR)
My birthday was this week, it was quiet and sweet, I enjoyed it. My brother and my darling niece have been here less then a week and we've already butt heads. I wonder if we will out grow these squabbles. So much news and so many questions this week, it's a small wonder I feel restless. I crave to feel the breeze and hear the crack of canvas as winds fill my sails again.
May your hopes find safe harbors.
March 11, 2017, 10:22 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
I wish Damon was still with us. I think he would have written lovely poetry to envy.
March 11, 2017, 10:22 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on
Artorius
I love my brother. Deep to my bones, I do. But we still fight like children when pushed, maybe we are too much alike?
March 11, 2017, 9:46 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on
Valencia
I am convinced that you view nearly everyone through rose-colored glasses. You see the superlative in people. It's a trait that I envy.
March 11, 2017, 8:58 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
It took a lot of work and a lot of practice, but I've finally learned to make rubicund armor. I was able to show Lady Calypso and she immediately bought a set. It's beginning to feel like I'm beginning to fit in up here and I didn't make a mistake coming up from Southport.
March 11, 2017, 8:45 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on
Sameera
A talented jeweler who happens to a former thrall. Yes, former.
March 11, 2017, 8:43 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
I've instructed my crew to make sure the ships are ready to sail. A formality. My ships are always ready to sail and if I ever find out they're not, at least one person is going overboard. First we'll be supporting the High Lord in the battle against a column of the Bringers. Not long after that, we'll be joining the fleet to fight the Gyre. The ocean, sea air, firing a ships sails before ramming and boarding. Good times.
March 11, 2017, 8:35 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
The war frightens me but now is not the time to let that fear get the better of me. I am afraid of the family and friends that will be lost, we have lost so many already? I am doing my best to look at the soldiers when I see them. I feel as though they should all have someone who remembers them. I cannot remember them all but I feel it is only fair that I do my best to remember some of those who are going out there to fight for us.
March 11, 2017, 8:32 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on
Luca
Painful lessons, but I'm a large target.
Written By
Esoka
March 11, 2017, 7:56 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
My thoughts have been dark of late. The press of the monsters barreling toward the city. And the tribesmen that follow them. The strangeness of this city. I pray for a center that eludes, and drill each day to hone my body into something that might face what is to come.
I did not expect to find levity, but I did last night. In good company, and spirits that made my head swim. And swings. Which are, indeed, fun. It was grand to see the cider of the Twainfort so well-received, though I'd nearly forgotten the whole thing was a competition by the time I'd downed the last of the drinks.
It was a good time, and made this place seem a bit less strange. Perhaps that shall wear off as the spirits work their way out of my system, but I shall try to hold onto the feeling awhile longer.
March 11, 2017, 7:02 p.m.(1/26/1006 AR)
Relationship Note on
Valerius
Princess Lark's future husband is certainly a man of great charm. I've never made any secret of the fact that compliments get you everywhere with me. I look forward to helping him plan his wedding and bring his vision to life. It isn't often that I am a Whisper rather than a Duchess.