Written By Zakar
Feb. 12, 2017, 12:39 p.m.(11/28/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Calandra
Torian's niece, apparently. Glad I found the right place.
Says he's taking up leatherworking now; I suppose it's been just about 10 years, so anything could have happened. Need to find him and get caught up.
Says he's taking up leatherworking now; I suppose it's been just about 10 years, so anything could have happened. Need to find him and get caught up.
Written By Aislin
Feb. 12, 2017, 11:40 a.m.(11/28/1005 AR)
Lately I feel like I've been wrapped in a cloth, holding myself at a distance from most. Things that have happened, after all, have forced some rethinking.
But I shouldn't be doing so from those I care the most deeply about. Doing that -- assuming they would always be there -- is why I never really had a chance to say goodbye to Dawn. I figured sooner or later we'd have more time again... and then she was gone. We only saw each other the once, after the Teind.
Of my remaining handful, I've been bad about doing more than just sending messengers to three for some time, and I've barely even done that with the Adventure Twins. It's been too long since sitting on the floor of the Igniseri library with Vincere, or watching Pietro roll around on the floor with a puppy, or dragging them up into the treehouse to drink.
They were some of the first I befriended when I returned to the city to stay, in the wake of the King's Rest. I shouldn't let the darkness surrounding us keep me from enjoying what time we do have.
But I shouldn't be doing so from those I care the most deeply about. Doing that -- assuming they would always be there -- is why I never really had a chance to say goodbye to Dawn. I figured sooner or later we'd have more time again... and then she was gone. We only saw each other the once, after the Teind.
Of my remaining handful, I've been bad about doing more than just sending messengers to three for some time, and I've barely even done that with the Adventure Twins. It's been too long since sitting on the floor of the Igniseri library with Vincere, or watching Pietro roll around on the floor with a puppy, or dragging them up into the treehouse to drink.
They were some of the first I befriended when I returned to the city to stay, in the wake of the King's Rest. I shouldn't let the darkness surrounding us keep me from enjoying what time we do have.
Written By Merek
Feb. 12, 2017, 10:07 a.m.(11/28/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Malena
Where can I start and what can I say about my own sister? She is the best, and I love her. She has been kind to me, and often shares my views. Though she can be a little bit more reserved than me, and I can be a little bit more reckless. I heard she is coming to town, and I'm quite excited.
Written By Merek
Feb. 12, 2017, 9:11 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Nadia
The Duchess is a kind woman, and I like her snow leopard, called Herrath I think. That said, she is reserved and polite, quite an example of the social elite, and I believe that our research together for the Academy will have wonderful results.
Written By Michael
Feb. 12, 2017, 9:08 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Jael
Lady Jael Laurent has a sharp sense of humour--the effects of which we unmissable last night. Her laughter, when unbidden, prompts uncontainable smiles of my own. And now that I know strategies for such victory, I vow in this space, to go out of my way to continue such action again and again.
Written By Michael
Feb. 12, 2017, 9:03 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Luis
Lord Luis Igniseri has a way about him. With his sharp sense of humour, not-too-formal manners, and general ease of company, Lord Luis is both amiable and friendly. In short order, I believe we're becoming fast friends, and all through a chance meeting when the sun disappeared.
Written By Talen
Feb. 12, 2017, 8:43 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Luca
Like a brother, this one.
If he were to cry, I would mock him for it, but I would probably give him a shoulder to cry on.
I would then ask for the silver to have the leather unstained. That said, with how rare anything upsets him, I am on the lookout for teardrops of dragonweep.
If he were to cry, I would mock him for it, but I would probably give him a shoulder to cry on.
I would then ask for the silver to have the leather unstained. That said, with how rare anything upsets him, I am on the lookout for teardrops of dragonweep.
Written By Freja
Feb. 12, 2017, 8:39 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Valery
Timid, soft-spoken but altogether kind. Her mannerisms make me wonder what cruelty she has witnessed in her life and what has brought her here, but it is all for the better now that she has entered Redrain's service. Her knowledge of the wilds is valuable, her dedication to its flora and fauna.
Now to get her to see that the smallest nudge can start the avalanche.
Now to get her to see that the smallest nudge can start the avalanche.
Written By Ainsley
Feb. 12, 2017, 6:33 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Pietro
He is the joy I hold in my heart.
Written By Luca
Feb. 12, 2017, 5:56 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Does battle mend a shattered heart?
Probably not, but at least challenge can give distraction and perhaps accomplishment give some sort of direction.
If nothing else, imagining Fawkface's head on every Bringer or shav I kill will at least make me smile.
It's the little things that keep life worth living.
Probably not, but at least challenge can give distraction and perhaps accomplishment give some sort of direction.
If nothing else, imagining Fawkface's head on every Bringer or shav I kill will at least make me smile.
It's the little things that keep life worth living.
Written By Inigo
Feb. 12, 2017, 4:19 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
I think the night before the battle is the worst... nothing but the darkness in which to argue your reasoning for surviving the coming melee.
But regardless of how convincing you are to the uncaring void, in that darkness is the reason that you may not... it haunts you, snatching away truly restful sleep.
More whiskey is in order...
But regardless of how convincing you are to the uncaring void, in that darkness is the reason that you may not... it haunts you, snatching away truly restful sleep.
More whiskey is in order...
Written By Silas
Feb. 12, 2017, 4:12 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Sparte
There has never been such an unassuming guardsmen... when, in a way, makes things amusing to watch when he exceeds all expectations.
No one expects the farmer soldier to best the boastful master swordsman. But I guarantee that will eventually happen.
No one expects the farmer soldier to best the boastful master swordsman. But I guarantee that will eventually happen.
Written By Silas
Feb. 12, 2017, 4:08 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Reese
Princess Reese has been a great asset to the Iron Guard ever since she has joined. She is endearing, kind, and has quickly become a formidable combatant. She has helped bring several recruits into our fold and checks in with me frequently on the assignments we undertake. I have no doubt she will reach whatever goals she sets for herself, with flying colors.
Written By Ferrando
Feb. 12, 2017, 3:26 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Aleksei
I seem to be running into Sir Aleksei rather often these days! It would seem we have a few interests in common. Fortunately he's a fundamentally good-natured fellow, so it's starting to feel quite natural to work with him even if we don't have any actual organizational sort of bonds between us.
I think I'm also definitely gaining some insight as to why his life seems to be as chaotic as it does.
I think I'm also definitely gaining some insight as to why his life seems to be as chaotic as it does.
Written By Ferrando
Feb. 12, 2017, 3:12 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Stopped by my dear elder sister's studio for a quick visit today while I was nearby on an errand, it's been far too long since we had a chat.
Of course, I almost immediately received a gentle interrogation about how my love life was doing. Ahh, family!
(Caprice, if you're reading, I don't kiss and journal either.)
Of course, I almost immediately received a gentle interrogation about how my love life was doing. Ahh, family!
(Caprice, if you're reading, I don't kiss and journal either.)
Written By Caelis
Feb. 12, 2017, 2:09 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Today my path brought me across the Shrine to Mangata and I was glad to have found it. There is peace beneath her branches. Listening to the birdsong and watching the fish swim in the koi pond was more soothing than I thought I might feel on land. I shall make this a daily ritual, something about that spring makes me feel so safe and comforted.
May your hopes find safe harbors.
May your hopes find safe harbors.
Written By Acacia
Feb. 12, 2017, 1:45 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Jeremiah
I had personally sought out Master Jeremiah and found him perfectly ensconced between inkwells and paperwork. It paints a worthy picture of someone who works in the capacity he does upon the Council. The husband of Bethany Mercier, he struck me as someone hard working, if somewhat youthfully preoccupied. I've browsed through some of the writings he's completed in the Stacks and assume with a mind like that, getting all those mental meanderings all into proper spoken word is a more daunting task. He has rather strong, pointed goals and speaks of understanding the meaning of compromise. Whether or not that's true or not is something time will tell. That kind of game has never been one with a short, easy resolution. He's one that I'd love to mind-comb over time, and perhaps find a more solid friendship with. Again. We'll see, no?
Written By Sina
Feb. 12, 2017, 1:34 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Travel can change you. In fact, beyond tragedy, travel is perhaps the most potent harbinger of personal change. It is at the same time both beautiful and strange that this is true.
Though I am not surprised by how often beauty and strangeness seem to arrive intertwined, travel is something that would appear to be rather innocuous and common. But it is not. I am consistently surprised by the stationary nature of those that I meet, both physically and mentally.
I was born to ride the waters. It is in my blood. And my father's blood before me. For a while, it was all I knew...
As the sea reflects the sky and all who gaze into it, those who ride it are also given an opportunity to reflect upon themselves. I feel as if my most recent journey to Maelstrom has changed me in ways that I have yet to comprehend. That must be a surprisingly common thing. Changing without knowing how.
It had been too long since I felt the rhythm of the ocean beneath my feet. There is something so dead about the land. But the ocean? The ocean feels so alive... As much as I have started to see Arx as my home, it will never feel as familial as the sea.
It's odd. I find myself reflecting upon the very nature of reflection itself.
What could it mean?
Though I am not surprised by how often beauty and strangeness seem to arrive intertwined, travel is something that would appear to be rather innocuous and common. But it is not. I am consistently surprised by the stationary nature of those that I meet, both physically and mentally.
I was born to ride the waters. It is in my blood. And my father's blood before me. For a while, it was all I knew...
As the sea reflects the sky and all who gaze into it, those who ride it are also given an opportunity to reflect upon themselves. I feel as if my most recent journey to Maelstrom has changed me in ways that I have yet to comprehend. That must be a surprisingly common thing. Changing without knowing how.
It had been too long since I felt the rhythm of the ocean beneath my feet. There is something so dead about the land. But the ocean? The ocean feels so alive... As much as I have started to see Arx as my home, it will never feel as familial as the sea.
It's odd. I find myself reflecting upon the very nature of reflection itself.
What could it mean?
Written By Rainier
Feb. 12, 2017, 12:37 a.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Valencia
The Princess is more than she seems at a glance. A joyous person who adores her roots - I have rarely heard of the North being praised the way she yearns for it - she strikes me as the type who will return loyalty tenfold if she is given it. I hope the realities of our world do not change that one; it would be a shame.
Written By Percephon
Feb. 11, 2017, 11:23 p.m.(11/27/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Juliet
I finally had the chance to meet the Lady Fidante, and the opportunity did not disappoint. It makes me hopeful that the connection between her Salon and the Scholars can be forged into one of strength in communication and knowledge, to encourage informed debate on the pressing issues of the day for Arx. I look forward to a more official change to sit and discuss with her, and am left with little doubt we might spend hours speaking on a variety of subjects.
Please note that the scholars may take some time preparing your journal for others to read.