Written By Victus
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:45 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Everyday, I'm a little angrier. Everyday I look out to the shores where our ships were capsized by a beast, and I get angry. Everyday I think of what the Marin'alfar must have suffered while we laid in ignorance, and I get angry. When Mangata's light blessed our weapons and we slew Abyssal demons by the dozens, I was angry then too. Anger is a funny thing. It makes you do blind, stupid things. But then again it allows you to conquer what seems insurmountable, just by igniting that little bit of extra fucking fire in your soul.
I'm happy when I'm angry as strange as that sounds. It means I have odds that must be surpassed, work that needs doing, enemies that need an axe driven through their thick tainted skulls. Sitting in my office like a fucking politician isn't the life for me. I don't talk pretty and I don't bullshit with silks, but Thrax stays strong while I hold the reins. I've never been more assured in anything than I am in the future I see. The future and legacy I'll carve for the Mourning Isles.
The Herald in the Deeps can try to stop me. He can fucking try and he'll fail. His body will be mounted on the cross next, mark my words.
I'm happy when I'm angry as strange as that sounds. It means I have odds that must be surpassed, work that needs doing, enemies that need an axe driven through their thick tainted skulls. Sitting in my office like a fucking politician isn't the life for me. I don't talk pretty and I don't bullshit with silks, but Thrax stays strong while I hold the reins. I've never been more assured in anything than I am in the future I see. The future and legacy I'll carve for the Mourning Isles.
The Herald in the Deeps can try to stop me. He can fucking try and he'll fail. His body will be mounted on the cross next, mark my words.
Written By Valerio
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:41 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Apparently when describing yourself as being "Just a little behind on my paperwork.", one should not have scrolls stacked like log cabins covering your desk. I think the dead heard my new little aid's cry of horror. Wonder how long this one will last... Hmmm. Best keep out of the Niece's sight for a few days.
I probably should stop thinking aloud near the scribes during Journal time.
I probably should stop thinking aloud near the scribes during Journal time.
Written By Mira
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:38 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
I cannot properly express just how wonderful it is to have strawberries back in season.
Written By Samael
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:35 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Gabriel
I'm looking forward to seeing my brother Gabriel again soon. We have much to discuss and I miss him.
Written By Ansgar
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:29 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Rey
This little lady seems to be popping up wherever I go. I can't quite seem to place how I know her, or even if I do know her, but I seem to recall her mentioning that we met in the Cloudspine, but I haven't been up there in years. She seems to have dreamed of me a time or two, or I think she said something of the sort.
Written By Ansgar
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:27 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Went to get a nice mead at the place called The Hart or some such, I can't quite recall. As I am ordering, likely one of the most beautiful women in the city approaches to get me my order, ooh hoo, So we set down to talk and soon enough come to find out she's trying to woo me or some such. I think even at my age a woman is interested in a man my size. This woman, well her name is /Princess/ Valencia. Gods save me.
Written By Dante
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:23 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Managed to snag Calista to have a nice relaxing talk in the Grotto for the first time since returning to the city, she's been so busy with Family and other duties. I am glad, though I got her to relax and drink. It was pleasant, Duchess Belladonna stopped by and I met Archlector Vayne of the Thirteenth.
Written By Dante
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:17 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Calista
Cousin, Duchess and with Leo gone, head rose of our family. Someone as beautiful as Calista could easily pull off the title of head rose of Tor, were it not something I just thought of whilst writing this journal entry. Calista is also not just beauty, there is cunning behind that beauty, in true southern fashion she could prick you with her sharp wit. I am happy to say my sword protects her as well as my family.
Written By Valerio
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:16 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Hadrian
Not that I indulge to excess very often anymore. However, out of curiosity. One of these days, young man. My Liver against yours. The loser gets the lecture.
Written By Dante
Oct. 8, 2017, 11:15 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Belated entry, as I kept forgetting to mention it, but Calista has named me as a voice of the Fidante house. I am honored, surprised, but honored to be trusted to be both Sword and Voice. Now to hoping I can prove I am worthy of the position, likely means I will have to use my head as much as my sword now.
Written By Mira
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:59 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Sometimes, one must simply throw caution to the wind. Progress by inches is insufficient when one's foes advance by the mile.
Written By Barric
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:57 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Belladonna
She threw quite the party tonight; it was good catching up with my cousins there.
Written By Valerio
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:49 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Cambria
One thing is certain. My Niece, Cambria can throw a party. Not sure if she actually managed surprise or not, but I don't think it mattered in the end. Fun was to be had by all. Still... the Marquis hopefully won't continue to challenge his inner workings with that new goblet of his.
Written By Killian
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:45 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Aislin told me that I should stop letting the ghosts of my past haunt me and hang over me, tainting the accomplishments of my present. She's probably right. I will never understand all the things that happened in my childhood. Why Addison tried to kill me or why my parents sent me into effective exile. But it's time to stop letting that effect and define who it is that I am in my life.
When I came back to Arx, my cousins distrusted me because of my relation to Addison, but they gave me the chance to prove that I was not cut from the same cloth, and now I rely upon them as I never would have believed I would. And they upon me, the elevation to Voice is perhaps surprising, but I will endeavor to rise up to the challenge and prove to my cousins that their choice is not made in error.
When I came back to Arx, my cousins distrusted me because of my relation to Addison, but they gave me the chance to prove that I was not cut from the same cloth, and now I rely upon them as I never would have believed I would. And they upon me, the elevation to Voice is perhaps surprising, but I will endeavor to rise up to the challenge and prove to my cousins that their choice is not made in error.
Written By Brianna
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:44 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Leona
I expected to resent the Lord Commander of the King's Own, I will freely admit to in white journals. The influence that she has over that which matters most to me-- I expected it to sting more than it does. And that is down to the woman herself. What is there not to enjoy in a woman that carries herself so carefully through life? She is thoughtful, intelligent, and she /cares/. What more could anyone want?
Now, if only she would accompany me to the Spring Soiree.
Now, if only she would accompany me to the Spring Soiree.
Written By Sparte
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:42 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
A quiet week. I don't remember when I last had one of those. I managed to catch up on my paperwork and did some of my regular patrols. Things were quiet. I know I'll be heading out again and I should just enjoy the break, so why don't I?
Written By Eirlys
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:37 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Caelis
I have found that so far Valardin weddings have been rather exciting. Okay some parts of them have been. Such as coming back from Alis and Fia's wedding. As well as being there when You wed Edain. I know that I am not always the most proper person when it comes to titles and things of that nature but know that I am a loyal person. I was honored to be there to not only fight by your sides but to witness the oaths taken between the two of you.
I am sure much to Edain's exasperation I often will act as his bodyguard even if he swears he doesn't need one. I do so because I respect him greatly. I just wanted you to know that my loyalty and my sword is now yours as well. Welcome into Valardin, Caelis. I hope that you find us to be a welcoming family. If not let me know who is giving you issues so that my sword and I might have a polite conversation with them.
Congratulations Caelis and Edain!
I hope that you like the quilt.
I am sure much to Edain's exasperation I often will act as his bodyguard even if he swears he doesn't need one. I do so because I respect him greatly. I just wanted you to know that my loyalty and my sword is now yours as well. Welcome into Valardin, Caelis. I hope that you find us to be a welcoming family. If not let me know who is giving you issues so that my sword and I might have a polite conversation with them.
Congratulations Caelis and Edain!
I hope that you like the quilt.
Written By Eirlys
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:18 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Relationship Note on Reigna
I am truly honored to be called family by you Reigna, as well as Shae and Kael. (sorry for not using titles, I probably should pay more attention to that.)
Know that Shae is a sister to me as much as Alis is. I have never seen Alis as a sister in law, I have seen her as my sister, the woman who loves my brother fiercely and loves her friends and family fiercely. A woman who loves the people she has sworn to protect fiercely. Never once did I ever consider her to not be related only by marriage. We are related by so much more than that. We have a bond not just through Fia but with one another and I would like to believe the same of Shae. That she and I have a bond and that I can call her my sister. I love Shae with all my heart the way I love Alis with all my heart. She is family forever and I would back her up whenever she has need of it. I know she can take care of herself, she is quite capable and in fact has a strong spirit while also being a ray of sunshine as well as someone you can always count on to have your back.
Being welcomed into your home leaves me, as I said above, feeling very honored. I hope that you know that you are now family too. You and Kael are more than welcome to come by the lodge anytime. In fact I would love to have an informal dinner if possible! As for training you once Squall is born well I would love nothing more than to give you the knowledge I have. I would also love to learn what I can from you in the art of healing. I believe it could be useful.
Also I would love the chance to be able to watch Squall when born. I am getting to watch Ellara sometimes. Perhaps Shae and I coould watch both babies so they can become fast friends.
I could not have asked for better family to have stumbled into than those I have now.
For those who may not realizes it. (Not to Gaston any names) but Gaston, Percy, Cristoph and Nicia, Edain and Caelis too. You are all stuck with me now.
Know that Shae is a sister to me as much as Alis is. I have never seen Alis as a sister in law, I have seen her as my sister, the woman who loves my brother fiercely and loves her friends and family fiercely. A woman who loves the people she has sworn to protect fiercely. Never once did I ever consider her to not be related only by marriage. We are related by so much more than that. We have a bond not just through Fia but with one another and I would like to believe the same of Shae. That she and I have a bond and that I can call her my sister. I love Shae with all my heart the way I love Alis with all my heart. She is family forever and I would back her up whenever she has need of it. I know she can take care of herself, she is quite capable and in fact has a strong spirit while also being a ray of sunshine as well as someone you can always count on to have your back.
Being welcomed into your home leaves me, as I said above, feeling very honored. I hope that you know that you are now family too. You and Kael are more than welcome to come by the lodge anytime. In fact I would love to have an informal dinner if possible! As for training you once Squall is born well I would love nothing more than to give you the knowledge I have. I would also love to learn what I can from you in the art of healing. I believe it could be useful.
Also I would love the chance to be able to watch Squall when born. I am getting to watch Ellara sometimes. Perhaps Shae and I coould watch both babies so they can become fast friends.
I could not have asked for better family to have stumbled into than those I have now.
For those who may not realizes it. (Not to Gaston any names) but Gaston, Percy, Cristoph and Nicia, Edain and Caelis too. You are all stuck with me now.
Written By Reigna
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:14 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
Twice in a very short period of time I have been at home, waiting with baited breath, hoping against hope that my love would come home uninjured and well. Twice in a very short time I have been relieved and reminded that the gods watch over the faithful. I do not mean to say that no ill befalls the faithful, simply... my path remains with my husband. And for that blessing I am filled with gratitude. Not only did he return, but all of those I consider family did as well. I am so proud of my peers, awed by the bravery and strength of the High Lord, the ferocity and unflinching courage of his bride. To my cousin Shae, you are exquisite and so fierce. I sometimes wish I were able to join you in your battles... but I know I would be far more a liability than an aid. Even were I not heavy with child, I have no illusions about my battle prowess. Still. My heart travels with all of you.
Written By Reigna
Oct. 8, 2017, 10:08 p.m.(5/13/1007 AR)
It is almost Kael's birthday and the plans have begun to come together. His gift is... extravagant, but it will so be worth it. I am extremely honored to be working with *Scratched out words*. Ooops, that would have given it all away. As it is, there have been so many changes going on in the house hold. I think an official announcement is coming, but... there is someone new to Keaton Hall. Squall has not yet, arrived, let me head that rumor off at the pass, but there is a babe, a foundling, that we have taken in. With permission from Princess Katarina, we have decided to name her Kata. Not all decisions have yet been made, but she will be staying with us, raised here in Keaton Hall. We have found a lovely woman to be her nurse, and she has a young son. To go from having no children to soon having three infants... I can only imagine the chaos we have invited. But I cannot help but feel that the gods placed this child in my path.
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