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Written By Orazio

May 21, 2017, 9:14 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

To the Faithful Reader:

The House of Grayson, as one might expect, throws an exceptional party. I am not certain I saw that many types of spirit since the last judging of the alcohols for Mangata's blessing. It is good, I think, for people to have an opportunity to relax and unwind from the stress of siege and battle. This is not a disrespect of the struggle up to this point, nor is it a diversion from the responsibility we have to be ready to meet the next challenge. But life is not meant to be lived joylessly, going from one battle to the next. Just as Gloria requires preparation and honor, so does Jayus bring dreams, and Lagoma change, from war to peace. Love and laugh, lest we forget what we are fighting for, beyond mere survival.

Had a few drinks with a friend the other night. It was a pleasant experience, to be sure, although it is both difficult to remember and impossible to forget that our positions are not the same, and that I cannot be entirely who I was with some of my friends anymore. I am happy for them, but propriety should not be entirely discarded. This would be easier if I had any close friends remaining who had not joined the Faith, of course.

Finally, I understand that there a...nickname, circling. It is an unnecessary one, and certainly an entirely unofficial one. Give thanks and grace to Gild, not to me, if you will.

Written By Luca

May 21, 2017, 9:09 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

I won one of the prizes of the comedy challenge at the breaking of ground for the Queen of Ending's temple!

I have categorical proof I'm fucking hilarious! It's not just in my head like I thought! Eat your heart out Blacktongue!

Admittedly,... the judge of the competition was a man I've been circling for months and months and never managed the right time to have fun with, but clearly that had nothing to do with the win!

I'm funny damnit!

Written By Joslyn

May 21, 2017, 9:02 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Zhayla

Though I haven't seen her in person a great deal, I feel that facing death side by side is enough to consider a person a friend. We've gotten to know each other better in recent months, and I hope we get closer. She was recently knighted as a Deepwood knight, and as Sword. I am immensely proud to have known her, and to have fought beside her.

Written By Joslyn

May 21, 2017, 8:58 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Petal

I absolutely love the dress she made for me, it's so beautiful. I'll certainly be ordering from her again. I've invited her out to get some drinks, I hope she takes me up on it. She's cute.

No, this isn't a black journal, I want her to see! Why are you writing that down? Stop it!

Written By Max

May 21, 2017, 8:44 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

I long for the Sea as only a sailor sailor can. I don't particularly care what fork we use.

Written By Ford

May 21, 2017, 8:43 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

When engaging in a three way fight, take caution to watch the opponent who appears to be hanging back...


Because she'll come out of nowhere and make all your hard fought work for nothing, and then trounce you.

That's right, the betrayal was immense. The defeat was shameful. I will have my just desserts, Kima Saik. Mark me.

Written By Kima

May 21, 2017, 8:38 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Took my three little charges out to watch and learn in the sparring ring today.

As one of the darlings put it:

Melees uh twah look about as fun as they sound.

Why yes, children, they are.

Most especially when you win.

Written By Luca

May 21, 2017, 8:34 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

It's funny. The things one finds about themselves when motivated to do so. I'm still a lazy bastard most of the time admittedly, but between training the mirrorguard, becoming a master at arms of the Champions Guild, and just my own teaching schedule of various sorts trying to become better for the war and siege, I've discovered I'm actually a rather phenomenal blade and footwork instructor when I want to be. Gods know I should be making this a black entry or people will like actually expect me to _work_ now and then, but the fact I actually enjoy doing it makes it just a tiny bit less like work. Who knew.

Written By Kenna

May 21, 2017, 8:32 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Harper

She's /fun/. Good to have met her. And I'm really looking forward to sparring! (but I am so not winning. Never mind that I have that aweinspiring cousin, I'm still going to be training hard here to keep up initially!)

Written By Alis

May 21, 2017, 8:27 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

I find myself a poor devotee of the Pantheon some days. Too long spent striving to fulfill the ideals of the Sentinel and Gloria leaves me an unforgiving person in other matters, perhaps. In penitence and in admiration for my cousin the Mother of Mercy for Arx I will give more of what I have, to help provide the refugees with healing. And I will spend time in prayer to Lagoma, in the hopes that her grace will soothe the troubled souls of Avrum of which I am only one of many.

Written By Asher

May 21, 2017, 8:16 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Silas

He's the most recent Lord-Commander of the Iron Guard. Didn't think I'd get along with him, but apparently it's just fine.

Written By Gabriel

May 21, 2017, 8:13 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Zhayla

It is with regret I was unable to attend the knighting of Dame Zhayla. As a Prodigal she is an example.

Written By Harper

May 21, 2017, 8:01 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

[ YOU SAW NOTHING, Scholar. ]

Written By Harper

May 21, 2017, 7:54 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Percephon

Zounds! 'Tis the uncommon smartypants in the wild. A - designation under the better known fancypants. I must seem a swain (thanks, Scholar) or slugabed by comparison o'some shit. 'Less Prince Patron is going to sic you on me for uh, what's it called - elocution lessons.

Balls. If that's true I guess I'm the fuckin' mooncalf.

Written By Harper

May 21, 2017, 7:46 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Kenna

Gonna add her to the list of nobles that ain't bad 'cause they're in the Guard. And - and - she's my height - so I bet a fight with her won't knock me on m'butt.

Written By Asher

May 21, 2017, 7:42 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

So, a few days ago, I attended a fundraiser. Originally, I went to survey things, to see how the Silks were treating things of importance; and of small animals, of course. It, in a way, translates into how they treat the small folk. I gave fifty writs, thinking that perhaps it was a good cause. And it is! It truly is. But then somehow I won three of the five gift baskets. I didn't realize I'm so lucky. I shouldn't push it, but maybe I should?

Written By Driskell

May 21, 2017, 7:37 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

The Graysons hold a ball and invite all to it to celebrate victory, relationships and alliances where duplicitous people smile at your face. When will the Grayson accept that each culture is unique and should be respected instead of focusing on changing us all? I am proud to be Thraxan, I do not wish to be a New Grayson-Thraxan.

Written By Artorius

May 21, 2017, 7:26 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Ford

We need to fight one on one my friend.

(P.S ....sorry about your shirt, I know my mud-covered boot messed it up. )

Written By Artorius

May 21, 2017, 7:24 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Kima

Your nickname is well earned.

I faced the Baroness and Ford in a three-way match...and she is a worthy opponent, a good teacher, and a wise fighter.

I could stand to learn what I don't know from you.

Written By Artorius

May 21, 2017, 7:23 p.m.(7/4/1006 AR)

Relationship Note on Arcelia

Many words to describe one of my closest friends.

Admittedly, we need to go back to throwing mud sometime. Childhood was a far simpler time, one that I miss greatly. You still prove superior in grace and mindset, perhaps I have much to learn from you even now.

Still prize you as my friend, and I pray that your path remains ever straight, no matter what happens in the coming days.

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