Written By Calista
Aug. 14, 2016, 4:17 p.m.(4/18/1004 AR)
Today I visited Alaric. It's not the first time I've gone to spend time with him and though I thought I formally bid him adieu, he's not physically gone. I can't pry myself away just yet. Like the other times I've visited, I brought him a bouquet of roses and made certain to have the thorns removed since the first time I brought him a single rose it was confiscated by his guards. I also brought him one of my favorite Lenosian dishes; a seafood and chicken stew that is robust on flavor. The first time I brought His Majesty food it was also confiscated until his royal taster deemed it was not poisoned. As if I would poison the king!
I have tried and have epically failed to have private moments with Alaric like we used to have before. At least I have not been escorted off the palace premises! Could you imagine the rumors? I have convinced the guards to escort us into the gardens where they obviously all stay close by. The garden was one of Alaric's favorite spots to bring me. I remind him of the times we spent together here and take the time to explain the different blooms to him. Something tells me he didn't really know what kind of flowers he has growing in his royal garden. They are just pretty flowers and pretty flowers make great gifts for pretty girls. Alaric can seriously make any girl swoon even if he gave them a bunch of weeds.
But if I may be truthful, the man looks absolutely awful. Perhaps it is because I am missing his animated personality, the way his eyes would seem to alight with fire when he looked at me, or the wild gestures of his hands when proudly showing off prize possessions around the palace halls. He loves showing off and sharing what he had with others. Now he just sits motionless, expressionless. It's worse than a statue. He's just a shell of a man and it is heartbreaking. I've even tried reading to him from my Lycene variant of 'Beauty and the Beast' just to see if I could get a rise out of him. I noticed some blushing on the some of the guards but Alaric remains unmoved. Poor soul.
I have tried and have epically failed to have private moments with Alaric like we used to have before. At least I have not been escorted off the palace premises! Could you imagine the rumors? I have convinced the guards to escort us into the gardens where they obviously all stay close by. The garden was one of Alaric's favorite spots to bring me. I remind him of the times we spent together here and take the time to explain the different blooms to him. Something tells me he didn't really know what kind of flowers he has growing in his royal garden. They are just pretty flowers and pretty flowers make great gifts for pretty girls. Alaric can seriously make any girl swoon even if he gave them a bunch of weeds.
But if I may be truthful, the man looks absolutely awful. Perhaps it is because I am missing his animated personality, the way his eyes would seem to alight with fire when he looked at me, or the wild gestures of his hands when proudly showing off prize possessions around the palace halls. He loves showing off and sharing what he had with others. Now he just sits motionless, expressionless. It's worse than a statue. He's just a shell of a man and it is heartbreaking. I've even tried reading to him from my Lycene variant of 'Beauty and the Beast' just to see if I could get a rise out of him. I noticed some blushing on the some of the guards but Alaric remains unmoved. Poor soul.
Written By Calista
Aug. 14, 2016, 3:54 p.m.(4/18/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Alistair
I met Inquisitor Alistair in the most unusual place; The Jewelry Shop. It's perhaps wrong of me to think an inquisitor would not be interested in such things but I was surprised to meet one there regardless. I didn't see what he purchased but there was definitely something in the small satchel he received from the store clerk. I was there merely trying on a few pieces. He made his opinions known as to which necklace I should purchase but I left empty handed. Instead I invited him for a drink and a bit of conversation to which he humbly obliged.
Written By Caprice
Aug. 14, 2016, 2:31 p.m.(4/18/1004 AR)
My arrival in Arx corresponded with the Seaside Soiree, a lovely little event on the beaches. I was a touch late, but I dare say fashionably so, and had enough time to make my rounds. The Archduchess and Princess were surely sights for sore eyes, though it seem I may have my work cut out for me. I'll certainly have to make sure the Princess stands out at the next event - wearing the same outfit as a Whisper! If I allow that to happen often, people will begin to think I've lost my touch.
I also must remember to make good on Talen's promise of a hug, no matter how much he resists and pretends not to remember. We are family, after all.
I also must remember to make good on Talen's promise of a hug, no matter how much he resists and pretends not to remember. We are family, after all.
Written By Isolde
Aug. 14, 2016, 1:45 p.m.(4/18/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Alistair
I met this Inquisitor in the Great Cathedral, and that fact alone was a delight to my sense of the world. Our conversation was... intense, and I find I actually rather like the man. He's not one for the Game, but I think we'll end up speaking at length often. And it struck me as well.. my work in bringing the Thirteenth through the world... makes me fairly effective at helping the reputation of the Inquisition. After all, both are imposing, intimidating... and extremely misunderstood.
Written By Isolde
Aug. 14, 2016, 11:35 a.m.(4/18/1004 AR)
Esera's beach soiree was a smashing success, and it let me make a business deal. I'm going to have a special event with the Whispers, the details not set in stone yet, but, this city often misunderstands their purpose, and it is tragic. The coming days will need the Whispers and their courtly skills. Diplomacy seems to be on the crumbling edge of chaos, and they'll be vital in holding the world together. I'm going to make the city see them for their greatness, and endear them to me in the process.
Written By Isolde
Aug. 14, 2016, 11:32 a.m.(4/18/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Jacinthe
A woman of the Whisper House who seems quite the woman. She's bright and I'll be interested to have a conversation with her, outside of a major event. She'll be key in helping my event ideas succeed.
Written By Isolde
Aug. 14, 2016, 11:22 a.m.(4/18/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Larissa
Larissa is of the Whisper House and something of a troublemaker. I liked her instantly. She's simply divine, and I took her to the Beachside soiree proudly. She'll be a wonderful companion. Quick of wit and sensually delightful, I'll be the envy of all with her on my arm.
Written By Silas
Aug. 14, 2016, 8:36 a.m.(4/17/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Gareth
I confess I do not entirely know what to make of the Prince Inquisitor. At times it feels like we could be friends, but I get the suspicion that he sees me as more of a tool than anything else. Even so, our relationship is mutually beneficial thus far, so I have little to complain about.
Maybe one day he'll even smile.
Maybe one day he'll even smile.
Written By Margot
Aug. 13, 2016, 11 p.m.(4/16/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Dagon
I am glad that we are friends again. The quarrel is passed and hopefully never to come about again.
I have missed him these past weeks.
I have missed him these past weeks.
Written By Hammar
Aug. 13, 2016, 2:31 p.m.(4/15/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Larissa
Hammar think Larissa so pretty and nice to Hammar that Hammar doesn't know what to say to her. Larissa wanted to make Hammar Ladies Champion, so Hammar wait to see what Larissa say about that!
Written By Alrec
Aug. 13, 2016, 1:45 p.m.(4/15/1004 AR)
I have been keeping mostly to myself while I continue to secure the funding for my personal barge. Normally I don't pay any attention but recently I've gotten a strange sensation that I am being watch. This is especially true in the Lyceum Ward. Still, it is the place to be. I've met with a couple entities that are willing to work in my favor, in exchange of course, for something in return. As is the way of the world. They have issue their support towards me and as such are helping me get to where I need to be. All of this politicking has kept my mind away from the wanderlust yet I can't shake the desire to leave this place for the sea, where I belong. So far away from the peering eyes waiting for the moment I slip, in order to come for the kill. Am I loosing my mind to paranoia? Or is it the scent of blood nearby telling me its time to hunt.
Written By Caprice
Aug. 13, 2016, 1:33 p.m.(4/15/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Larissa
The Whisper who I met at the Seaside Soiree, the one who wore the same dress as the Princess Isolde. I'll have to fix that, for both their sakes.
Written By Caprice
Aug. 13, 2016, 1:32 p.m.(4/15/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Esera
My liege. My heart breaks for her, in far more ways than one. She has always shown me so much kindness, and this hasn't changed since I've arrived in Arx. I desperately wish there was something I could've done. There was certainly more than enough that I should have done. But now I can only lend the strength that I have promised. We are family.
Written By Alarissa
Aug. 13, 2016, 4:11 a.m.(4/14/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Alrec
He is my favorite Admiral of all! I am saying this not just because Admiral Alrec threw a wonderful Summer Cruise once I showed interest toward his ship, but also because he has good manners and he knows how to make me laugh or at least smile.
Written By Silas
Aug. 13, 2016, 2:36 a.m.(4/14/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Fergus
I faced off against Prince Fergus Redrain during the Melee of the Tournament (or was it TORnament?) of Roses, held by Lady Calista of House Fidante. I think I hit him no less than a hundred times and all I managed to do was scrape his armor and make him tired.
He was ultimately felled by Princess Alis Valardin, but he still sent me a message blaming me for his loss. I told him I'm stubborn and he should expect no less of me. Hopefully next time I'll actually scratch him!
He was ultimately felled by Princess Alis Valardin, but he still sent me a message blaming me for his loss. I told him I'm stubborn and he should expect no less of me. Hopefully next time I'll actually scratch him!
Written By Malorie
Aug. 12, 2016, 11:22 p.m.(4/13/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Jacinthe
I met this Whisper at the opening of the Valardin stables and she's now the owner of one of our youngest foals; she's named him Virtue. Some might blithely call the name ironic, but thus far it hasn't proven to be. Why should one expect a Whisper to be anything but a paragon of virtue? They have so very much to gain, after all. And so much to lose as well. Jacinthe seems especially aware of this, even in comparison to the others of her house that I have come in contact with. She is as poised and self-possessed as any noblewoman would demand of her own child, and while certainly some of this can be attributed to the training of the Whisper house, there is a quality to this young woman that cannot be taught, and I enjoy the brief moments our paths cross, and look forward to the next one.
Written By Malorie
Aug. 12, 2016, 11:12 p.m.(4/13/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Niccolo
They say that the Lyceum exports silk and wine for the sheer decadence of it, but that their main trade is in secrets and intrigue. After having spent some time in the company of Duke Niccolo Velenosa several times since arriving in Arx, I find myself believing this claim. It isn't simply the effortless way they intoxicate all of Arvum with their wine and charm, for certainly one can protect themselves against such things - but why would you want to? And therein lies their most devastating talent, I think; robbing others of their will to keep a guard up.
Written By Malorie
Aug. 12, 2016, 10:55 p.m.(4/13/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Aurelian
Commoners don't look into mirrors, their uneasiness stemming from the reflection within rather than the medium itself. What is a reflection though, but the truest echo of self? There are some that claim it is in fact the opposite of our truest self, the antithesis of our most fervent hopes, and most chivalric notions. But doesn't that also make it the opposite of our darkest secrets and deepest fears, our worst truths and hardest edges? Surely if it is the opposite of all of our goodness, then it would stand to reason it is also the opposite of all of our darkness as well. Whatever the answer may be, I fear I need not a mirror to see my reflection, for when I set eyes on my brother, I knew immediately that there lay my truest reflection, for in him I see my own past, my own sorrow, my own loss, my own love. What I did not see was recognition in his eyes, and I am not strong enough to look on that overlong yet.
Written By Silas
Aug. 12, 2016, 8:44 p.m.(4/13/1004 AR)
Mistress Ida's skills in weapon smithing are superb. She has an artistic eye, and the weapons at her shop are very affordable. I may have to keep her in mind should I ever have the means to commission something spectacular.
I may end up fashioning my next suit of armor around the sword I just bought. There's no knights with a red-and-silver theme out there, is there? Maybe a Redrain but I haven't seen any.
Maybe add some winged pauldrons for a Griffony-esque touch? Or is that too ceremonial?
I am fond of Master Enzo's paintings, too. I think they may be better than the ones we currently have hung up in the manor; I will have to ask my father about replacing them with the ones I bought soon. They're too dated! I think a few of them must be nearly a century old and "a painting of a lonely prairie" is not particularly inspiring or lively.
I may end up fashioning my next suit of armor around the sword I just bought. There's no knights with a red-and-silver theme out there, is there? Maybe a Redrain but I haven't seen any.
Maybe add some winged pauldrons for a Griffony-esque touch? Or is that too ceremonial?
I am fond of Master Enzo's paintings, too. I think they may be better than the ones we currently have hung up in the manor; I will have to ask my father about replacing them with the ones I bought soon. They're too dated! I think a few of them must be nearly a century old and "a painting of a lonely prairie" is not particularly inspiring or lively.
Written By Freja
Aug. 12, 2016, 4:56 p.m.(4/12/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Kieran
Another Redrain cousin; brother to Darren and Deva. A self-assured Prince with the inclination to assume the role of 'prankster' as he sees fit. My interactions with him have been limited, but fall somewhere in the middle with what I take from them.
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