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Written By Corban

Oct. 15, 2017, 7:58 p.m.(5/27/1007 AR)

Since I became an adult, I led men in battle. Shortly after arriving in Arx, I became a Voice of my House. Now I get to add one more title to the list: Game Master. Although running the games at the Spring Soiree does not compare in terms of importance or difficulty, it ranks closer than one might imagine on first impression. Our competitors were spirited, and it took all of my faculties to keep up.

I am delighted by the attendance and response to the Spring Soiree. In dark times, the rebirth offered by Petrichor each new season is something to be celebrated. And as with all great events, there were so many behind its success. I hope you will bear with me as I list a few:

* First and foremost is my fantastic co-host, Lady Monique Greenmarch. She was not only the quintessential hostess, visiting each blanket and socializing with our guests, but the entire event was her brainchild. Her weeks of tireless planning and arrangement made the night run as smoothly as it did.

* His Majesty, the King, both for attending and for gifting the prize of a portrait to the winner of musical chairs.

* Marquessa Quenia and Lady Lucita Igniseri, who arranged for the wine from their vineyards.

* Atelier Joscelin Arterius, who crafted the stunning dragonweep ring.

* Artist Jayanthi Hawkeye, who blended the one-of-a-kind perfumes as a raffle prize.

* Magpie and Mae Grayhope, who created trophies and figurines for our Battle of the Sexes winners.

* Our game and raffle winners Mae Grayhope (Musical Chairs), the women (Battle of the Sexes), Legate Orazio (the perfume and aftershave set), and Count Kael Keaton (the dragonweep ring).

* Duke Arn Telmar, for his contribution of funds.

* Marquis Marius Greenmarch, for opening his Lodge to the revelers and for his contribution of funds.

* And finally, to all of our fine guests and friends without whom it would not have been a night at all. We could not have done it without you.

Now I will sleep and not do it again for quite a while.

Written By Valencia

Oct. 15, 2017, 7:49 p.m.(5/27/1007 AR)

I am reminded that sometimes one's mistakes are the best thing to ever happen, despite the resulting, and hopefully temporary, embarrassment or angst.

I am grateful for this little reminder and even more grateful to those who have taken such and used it to build a bridge rather than to burn it.

Feeling so very blessed.

~~~~~<~<@

Written By Alexis

Oct. 15, 2017, 7:43 p.m.(5/27/1007 AR)

The Spring Soiree hosted by Lady Monique and Lord Corban was an excellent end to a wonderful celebration of the return to spring.

I partook in their games - though I think maybe next year one should get bonus points for being sat on during musical chairs. I'm pretty sure that would have clinched my victory. As it is, I will try to be gracious, and offer my congratulations to mistress Mae Grayhope.

There was also a women verses men game of throwing inflated pig's bladder balls at one another. I'm glad I didn't get hit - it looked painful. And I hope both the church and the gods will forgive me for targeting the Heart of the Faith Legate Orazio and Blessed Aleksei. It's tactically sound to target the leader-types, after all.

I also got to spend time with Lady Neve and Mistress Joslyn, and we had good food and good conversation with many people. I'm not sure if it was the wine or the constant hum of so many people talking that had my head spinning at the end of the night.

All in all, a wonderful experience.

Written By Alis

Oct. 15, 2017, 7:38 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Edain

I know you also have a list titled 'People I let hit me with their shiny new toys.. I mean, weapons, because she's my sister and I adore her'!

Written By Monique

Oct. 15, 2017, 7:03 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Saedrus

My flower crown, Master Saedrus, is something I will cherish always. I am inspired by the best.

(That's you, by the way)

Also, may I just say, you and Blessed Aleksei? I could just die. I really could. It makes my heart happy to see you two together.

Written By Saedrus

Oct. 15, 2017, 6:35 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

It was an effort made by so many but it all came together rather well, and I was delighted by the results. The Lodge looked magnificent -- and I got my snowfall of flowers. My poor attendants looked at the roof in horror when I first told them, but they pulled it together, bless them. I was rather happy to see each guest, even those that might never agree to it, donning the flower crowns.

The food, provided by the Lodge, was phenomenal and I could not fault a single piece.

Oh, I do love a party. Especially if there are flower petals falling from above.

Written By Saedrus

Oct. 15, 2017, 6:30 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

The hunts all went off without too much of a hitch. At the very least no one was horribly injured during the boar hunt, and no rider came off while chasing down the stags. I am to understand there was some upset in regards to the pheasant hunt; those that stayed showed great skill and I think all hunters and huntresses enjoyed themselves.

I was certainly impressed by the quantity and quality of beasts brought in, and for no selfish cause but to bring to the larders of the city. This was not a senseless murder of any creature, nor cruel, not a single animal killed suffered -- as Khinn informed me, each kill was quick, proficient and respectful of the magnificent animals that will go in aid of the mouths of this city we all call home. The day was a great honour to domain and Petrichor.

I am grateful for everyone who attended, since without them the result could not be the same. Congratulations go to:

Master Calaudrin Estardes, who won the archery hunt with such skill
Princess Tikva Grayson, who felled a truly incredible stag in the mounted hunt, and;
Dame Esoka Greenblood, who battled one of the greatest boar’s Khinn had ever seen

Congratulations also go to Dame Leola Allenatore for all of the work she and the Lodge of Petrichor put into this wonderful event, and all the work they continue to do for the city, Faith and Compact.

Written By Malesh

Oct. 15, 2017, 6:20 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Alaric

Would but all the Compact have half this man's spirit and a tenth his humor.

Written By Saedrus

Oct. 15, 2017, 6:16 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

It feels so rare to be a guest to a soiree rather than hosting and organizing it myself. Truly though, Lord Telmar and Lady Greenmarch did an exceptional job of the night.

The games looked like such fun, though some are more competitive than others, everyone wore smiles through them. The wine, company, it was a simply perfect night.

Congratulations to Lord Corban and Lady Monique to the event of the season. Simply wonderful.

Written By Malesh

Oct. 15, 2017, 6:13 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

I was forced due to my wife's pregnancy to represent Stonewood at a Social Gathering, which is hardly fair. Will she address the accounts in my absence? Still, it was a fine event hosted by Telmar and Greenmarch, and I do not regret attending. Spring is a fine thing and worth celebrating. I even did me duty to represent the men in a game of pig bladders against the women. We were quite handily trounced, but I will take it as something that I was the last man eliminated. What that something is, I do not know.

Written By Eleyna

Oct. 15, 2017, 6 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Alarissa

Thanks to Princess Alarissa Thrax, Oleander now has a new playmate called Foxglove.

I am delighted.

Talen is less so.

Which makes me even more delighted.

Written By Silas

Oct. 15, 2017, 5:09 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Kaldur

I had just met Lord Kaldur on our scouting mission. When we faced a creature which was giving us a brutal beating, I ordered him to protect someone and he did so without any hesitation, in spite of the great danger it presented.

He's an incredibly brave man, at the very least.

Written By Leola

Oct. 15, 2017, 4:41 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

By the three triads, thank you. The first hunt went well.

I admit, when certain folk seemed determined to disrupt it, I was on edge for some time, but people were generous and understanding, and the moment of tension passed.

The party went well, though I maintain Saedrus picked the decor and such solely to find a reason to make me wear a flower crown. I owe him dearly. That said, I am far too nervous to remember what I actually said and what happened there.

The hunts were better. The sheer skill of those in the Compact continues to amaze me. Our tokens were given to those who took part, as well as prizes for those who came first. I do hope they find them of use.

Written By Aleksei

Oct. 15, 2017, 4:38 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Eleyna

The Liberators are always accepting donations!

Written By Edain

Oct. 15, 2017, 4:34 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Marian

That is not my list of just worthy opponents, It is my list of people that specifically hit with near mountain crushing force. Prince Marian you are on an entirely different list entirely.

Best Warrior I have ever fought:

Princess Marian

You are the only one on that list.

Written By Edain

Oct. 15, 2017, 4:32 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

As I look back over my journal entries in recent times, I realize that.... I have been somewhat.... guarded in my entries. A quip here a bit of random commentary there, but it's been some time since I have truly shared my inner thoughts about much of anything. And so much has happened I feel like I have been lax in committing my thoughts into these page. Yet there is so much I feel I should have spoken off that I am not even sure were to begin.

So I guess it is ironic that today, I came upon an entry my sister Princess Tabitha made in her own journal so many years ago when she was explaining why your white journal is so important.

"I told Eddy that his journal is important because it creates a record of knowledge. Even if it is about something that seems unimportant. It is a record of you. The white journal that we share is an amazing thing, because it lets people that have never met you, know you. That's a powerful and an important thing. What you stand for, what makes you laugh, what makes you sad, what makes you angry. These are all things that will build a bond with the people we've given our Oath to. Many will tell you be careful in what you share, and while I certainly understand you can't share everything, be honest in what you do, be thoughtful, and be critical of what you /do/ share and you'll be a richer person for it."

When I first came to Sanctum after becoming the High Lord of Oathlands, I had a copy of Tabitha's journal transcribed and sent to me, because her's was the wisdom that always guided me when I didn't know what was right or what was wrong.

I am sorry I have not been good at sharing lately Tabby. I will do better. Maybe if you return to use someday, you'll read my words and even though, you won't be the same you.... maybe some part of you will take comfort inn our story after we lost you.

Written By Eleyna

Oct. 15, 2017, 4:27 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

The Spring Soiree was enjoyable, even if there were people there throwing -pig bladders- at one another. When a game called 'Battle of the Sexes' was proposed, I thought perhaps to enjoy a clashing of wits. Not throwing inflated animal organs at one another.

Despite that, I quite enjoyed myself thanks to sparkling company and too much very good wine. I also made a tidy sum betting against my husband with Duchess Belladonna Pravus. I'll probably donate the money to charity.

Written By Marian

Oct. 15, 2017, 4:12 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Edain

My heart is sadden for I did not make the High Lord of Valardin's list of worthy opponents.

Written By Marian

Oct. 15, 2017, 4:10 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

The hunt was glorious. I may not have place first in any of the events but it was wonderful to ride, to shoot and bring down my prey. I am impressed by all who participated. My special thanks go out to Dame Leola Allenatore and Saedrus Whisper for hosting the event.

Written By Edain

Oct. 15, 2017, 4:09 p.m.(5/26/1007 AR)

Relationship Note on Agnarr

This man is officially added to my list of titled: People that hit so hard I can only eat soup for several days after fighting them.

For those wondering who that list is made up of it includes:

High Lord Victus
Duke Anze
Count Artorius
Prince Fergus
Goodman Hammar
Prince Fergus
Princess Caelis
Dame Ida

And of course, now Goodman Agnarr.

Any of these fighters are people I recommend you seek out to test yourselves, however make certain to have plenty of medicinal teas and salves prepared first.

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