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Written By Freja

Dec. 25, 2016, 5:08 p.m.(6/24/1005 AR)

Once more the Scout of the Snows ventures North; I think I'll stay and send the response back home. That is the far more appealing of my options.

Written By Lianne

Dec. 25, 2016, 4:17 p.m.(6/24/1005 AR)

I do not like what we've left behind. It has stood for a few seasons already, and I do not fear that it will be disturbed. I fear that it serves some purpose we do not understand and that leaving it unstudied and functioning--if it does, indeed, serve any function--may not be to our advantage.

I understand the reasons. A report must be provided first. We must prepare before we poke at such a thing. But sensibility and pragmatism offer little comfort in this instance.

I hope we're able to head up there again, undo all that awful work and find, in the end, that it meant nothing. Until such a time that its meaninglessness is verified, its benefit laid plain or its awfulness undone, it will itch at the back of my consciousness. It will burden my conscience.

Written By Vincere

Dec. 25, 2016, 3:22 p.m.(6/24/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Aislin

Lady Pathfinder and Curator Aislin Ashford of the Order of Hope (*) is a true friend, as demonstrated by the fact that she sends Setarcan rum with her weightier messages.




(*) For an up to date list of her titles it may be best to consult the most recent journals as she will likely have added more in a couple of weeks.

Written By Vincere

Dec. 25, 2016, 3:11 p.m.(6/24/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Calypso

Lady General Calypso impressed me even before Lady Dawn was made Regent with her dedication to military matters. After Lady Dawn's appointment, the formation of her council, and my appointment as Minister of Defense, I've found her one of the most reliable in terms of her proactiveness and communication. If there is something that needs to be done, she does it. That's a rare virtue.

Written By Ida

Dec. 25, 2016, 3:03 p.m.(6/24/1005 AR)

I've been quite busy at the forge lately; several weapons that needed creating, several more on their heels. It is by no means a complaint! There is a serenity, a perfect quiet of working metal. Yes, even with the hammering and sounds of a blazing fire. I am so used to those sounds that they fall to the background. The true gift of being so busy is the time to think. Really and truly /think/. I used to muse on better ways to fold metal, or different angles by which I could put my fist to someone's jaw.

Lately, thoughts tend toward heavier topics, in a way. I can not shake this feeling that I am missing something. That there's something /there/, in the back of my mind or out of the corner of my eye, that I just can't put my finger on. I never considered myself one for such thinking, but there it is all the same. Sometimes I wish I had more of a mind for this sort of thing. I've always just done well enough with my hands before is all.

Written By Agnarr

Dec. 25, 2016, 1:38 p.m.(6/24/1005 AR)

Been a while yet since I've fought out of the ring. Should change soon.

Written By Calypso

Dec. 25, 2016, 12:08 p.m.(6/24/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Leola

Never underestimate the meek and mild. They see with different eyes than the bold. And what they see holds great value and true insight.

I have come to value Leola greatly in the time I have gotten to know her. Not only is she talented at her craft, training any animal with expertise and a compassionate reliable hand. But she is delightful to be around. I intend to gather her thoughts more frequently. I am very proud of the initiative she has taken with the hunting lodge as well. It took great effort to see that project landing on its feet and I intend to do everything I can to support her.

Written By Leola

Dec. 25, 2016, 11:54 a.m.(6/24/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Calypso

The Lady General has procured armor for me. It fits well, and while I'm not used to walking the streets in leather pants, the armor draws a lot of admiring glances. It's expensive, and well tailored, and I might spend a little on tightening or replacing this or that, but overall, I adore it.

Now to learn to use a spear with it.

Written By Leola

Dec. 25, 2016, 11:48 a.m.(6/24/1005 AR)

Something I consider.

I think the reason so much has been lost is, even now, I know we don't always reveal what we know. We hide it, we whisper it to one another, we keep it secret - to protect ourselves, to protect each other. I've been told things I had to mutter to the Baron, before his death, and I felt filthy for saying them, but he needed to know them, and so I did.

Why do we assume others did otherwise, so long ago? And in the future, will others look back at our pieces, and wonder why we did not write what we know?

Written By Victus

Dec. 25, 2016, 10:18 a.m.(6/23/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Costas

The man has a sense of humor. Gotta have a sense of humor about these things. Look at me, I'm all about the fucking laughing.

Competent, too, in that sneaky way where you know you better keep your fucking eyes open.

Or he might just pull that sneak on you.

Written By Sylvie

Dec. 25, 2016, 9:46 a.m.(6/23/1005 AR)

(A copy of the recent Gemecittan proclamation has been left in Sylvie's journal.)

Five hundred years ago, Duchess Vedette Zaffria and Duke Raphael Rubino tore down a wall and united a city. Where once stood Quartz Hill and Crowned Hill, two castles vying for the same land, competing for the same resources, there became one: Gemecitta. It was their unity that ensured the city's survival as others throughout the Lyceum fell to the sylv'alfar.

But the houses were never truly united. For the last thousand years, Houses Zaffria and Rubino have lived in an uneasy state of cooperation, never truly trusting the other. Unlike every other noble house in the Compact, our dukes and duchesses have kept to Gemecitta and sent their heirs to represent them in Arx, afraid of betrayal for any step they might take out of their home.

This ends today. A year ago, Zaccheri Rubino, the husband of Lady Sylvie Zaffria and the heir of House Rubino, was murdered. A week ago, after murdering several innocents of Gemecitta, the same assassin ended the life of Duke Giovanni Rubino. But today, the efforts of both houses have brought this murderer to justice. Today, two scions of Gemecitta have been avenged. We have faced darkness and razed it with fire and light.

We, Duke Valkieri Rubino and Duchess Sylvie Zaffria, today declare our refusal to live in a state of fear and distrust any further. We return to Arx as new-forged leaders of our houses and the proud citizens of Gemecitta, dedicated to unity -- true unity -- in this time of tragedy and need. Our family, our citizens, our city, and the Compact deserve no less from us than our fearless defense. The Compact needs the full and selfless leadership of its rulers now more than ever. We shall not fail or falter.

In Strength,

Lord Valkieri Rubino Lady Sylvie Zaffria
Duke of Gemecitta Duchess of Gemecitta

Written By Mirari

Dec. 25, 2016, 9:42 a.m.(6/23/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Costas

Were you ready? Too late now. It's your responsibility.

Written By Sinhoc

Dec. 25, 2016, 7:43 a.m.(6/23/1005 AR)

I sincerely hope more individuals will take to wearing a helmet during any form of combat.

Training or otherwise.

Written By Silas

Dec. 25, 2016, 6:31 a.m.(6/23/1005 AR)

You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you can not fool all of the people all of the time.

Written By Ainsley

Dec. 25, 2016, 5:30 a.m.(6/23/1005 AR)

[Written in slightly sloppy handwriting.]

I've been asked to help combat corruption in the Iron Guardsmen. I wasn't aware that it was a problem. However, since the task is to lead by example, and to call it out when I see it. Yes, I can do that.

But I take my oath to my fellow Watchmen seriously, as well as that to the City of Arx. I won't spy for outsiders.

Written By Ainsley

Dec. 25, 2016, 4:19 a.m.(6/23/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Agnarr

Met Agnarr at The Grotto. Seems like a decent enough fellow. Big though.

Written By Ainsley

Dec. 25, 2016, 4:16 a.m.(6/23/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Vincere

Marquis Vincere is straight forward and the point. I can appreciate that. I hope he'll appreciate that I won't be a spy for him.

Written By Valkieri

Dec. 25, 2016, 2:30 a.m.(6/22/1005 AR)

A mirrorborn killed my father. He sliced his hands and spilled his guts. He was dead. No, he was dying. Blood was everywhere. The bed was soaked in it. My father could not breathe, he could not speak.

A mirrorborn killed my father. I only took my knife across his neck to ease his passing. I only spilled the last of his blood to be sure.

I did it for my house. I did it for my people. I did it for the future of Gemecitta.

I did it for myself. I did it for myself. I did it for myself.

*released black journal as stipulated by the will of the deceased*

Written By Anze

Dec. 25, 2016, 2:28 a.m.(6/22/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Calypso

I get it, I really do. But spirits it's still disappointing to hear.


Get Kima to start training you soon, I'm already starting to miss the fact that I wont get to spar with you any longer.

Written By Darren

Dec. 25, 2016, 2:24 a.m.(6/22/1005 AR)

Relationship Note on Calypso

I really should've made a better effort to meet with the Lady General far earlier than I managed. She is a brilliant woman with a good, reasonable head upon her shoulders. Hearty sort, too, that I think would do well in the North in the dead of winter if she ever had a reason to go up there.

I'm glad to know her.

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