Written By Jeremiah
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:36 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
[This entry is written in a precise, flowing, almost delicate hand...and scratched out, mostly. There was a particularly large inkblot, but otherwise it has the same starting sentence as the next entry.'
Written By Fortunato
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:36 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Sketches, bunched together. All swords. Swords embedded in rock, grass, cracked dirt. Swords come grouped in threes or fives or tens. Most of the groupings are tens. The swords themselves are almost indifferently drawn, plain gray with only a hint of hilt, one almost identical with another. Unfinished quality to the chalk drawing, as if the artist lost focus and wandered off.
Written By Drea
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:33 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Anze
I think I have found a confidant in him. I enjoy his straightforwardness and candor. Definitely good to be around someone like this to keep me grounded!
Written By Kieran
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:31 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Morrighan
Morrighan is the fiery servant girl that father found and let into our family. She can be stubborn, aggressive, and quite grumpy at times, but she is irreplaceable. She's caught me bathing in the Augury, disrupted a prank, and has brawled me a couple times, even. However, she can be depended on for her fierce devotion to the family and ability to listen and provide help when needed. Also, she frequently has whiskey to steal. I wouldn't trade her for the world. though, I would approve if she was a bit less punchy.
Written By Cordelia
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:28 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Max
(Footnote attached to a diary entry)
Owner of the Black Mountain Trading Company and the Count of Darkwater, I feel more and more like Max and I are becoming true friends. At first, he seemed like just another Thraxian navigated by his little figurehead, but it would seem he's got a slightly more thoughtful spare on his shoulders. Even better? He actually called my unfortunate skirmish with the Reaver Prince as valorous and a 'smashing success.' If only Father could have been there to hear him say that.
Written By Sudara
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:17 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
My Duchess got older today! Of course, she does so every day (and every second, for that matter), as do we all. But of particular note was her birthday party, held at the Pravus house within the Lycene quarter. In spite of a few less-than-couth interludes, it seemed to go well. And the unexpectedly collaborative nature of the entertainer's song was particularly effective in providing amusement. In spite of the strong impulse to take it all as proof of just how far beyond youth I must now be, I have to admit that I rather markedly enjoyed myself.
Written By Valkieri
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:12 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Barric
Prince Barric Grayson has chosen to indicate he cares little for his personal honor by refusing to respond to peer's challenge. I made no public spectacle of my challenge, and I gave the prince one final opportunity to name his champion or submit his apology, but he has deigned to ignore the demands of his honor.
Thus, I feel free in announcing that Prince Barric Grayson publicly admits his fault in writing words of an honorless and unkind nature regarding his kinswoman Lady Dawn shortly after she left the city to secure the lives of everyone in the Compact, including his own. I take his refusal to meet this challenge as an admission of his failure to his family, his house, and his honor.
I am sure the esteemed leaders of House Grayson will be very proud to hear of his effusive apology in maligning one of their own.
Thus, I feel free in announcing that Prince Barric Grayson publicly admits his fault in writing words of an honorless and unkind nature regarding his kinswoman Lady Dawn shortly after she left the city to secure the lives of everyone in the Compact, including his own. I take his refusal to meet this challenge as an admission of his failure to his family, his house, and his honor.
I am sure the esteemed leaders of House Grayson will be very proud to hear of his effusive apology in maligning one of their own.
Written By Freja
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:09 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
What the actual fuck is going on these days? I think I'll stay in the estate a touch long and let the big wigs suss this one out. They know where to find my sword if they have need of it.
Written By Cordelia
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:09 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Leo
(Footnote attached to a diary entry)
(Duke?) Leo and I met on the basis of trade, and we've diligently continued as allies these many months. I'm surprised and delighted to have heard the good news about his marriage, even if I myself will diligently resist such matters for as long as possible. Beyond this, I would be happy to one day grow our relationship from business to friendship.
Written By Julea
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:05 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Ferrando
I don't always manage to flip back, but when I do, it is to avoid the blades of hulking lumbering oafs.
Written By Cordelia
Jan. 8, 2017, 10:01 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Harald
(Footnote attached to a diary entry)
Uncle Harald was one of the few adults that felt truly on my side when I was younger. I could always count on him to give me wise advice, and he even let me get away with a few minor mishaps. It's a blessing to have his counsel in Arx, not least of which because he also won't replace me as Voice.
Written By Ferrando
Jan. 8, 2017, 9:59 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
There's nothing like somebody doing a backflip away from your weapon swing to make you feel like a big, hulking, lumbering oaf. I swear to the gods and all who read this journal that I have never, not once, ever lumbered anywhere. I am also very convinced I am not an oaf, although an oaf probably wouldn't know if they were an oaf, would they? But an oaf also wouldn't know THAT, so I that is why I am confident.
Perhaps I need to start doing more runs and jumping jacks to get my exercise.
Perhaps I need to start doing more runs and jumping jacks to get my exercise.
Written By Jaenelle
Jan. 8, 2017, 9:40 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
There are pikes outside the Velenosa estate. Atop these pikes are the heads of people. The bugs will come soon if they have not already.
It almost makes me feel as if I am in the Thraxian ward.
It almost makes me feel as if I am in the Thraxian ward.
Written By Mirari
Jan. 8, 2017, 9:20 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Marriage must be very difficult for the great nobles of Arvum. Not only are you required to honor a fidelity contract but you must chose a single bride or groom.
Sometimes, you must also fight another lord who has the frightening title of "Sword" of something. Not to mention the problems of picking your bride or groom.
I am glad this is not a concern I will have being a humble courtesan. I am free to show those I love my care for them without worries of intrigue. I need not worry about marrying to continue my line, or bring in prestige for my family.
Of course, being a commoner, should I ever marry it would be because someone had claimed my heart completely. And should that person then suggest we be allowed to also have other loves--
I would cut out his heart to remind him that it is mine.
Sometimes, you must also fight another lord who has the frightening title of "Sword" of something. Not to mention the problems of picking your bride or groom.
I am glad this is not a concern I will have being a humble courtesan. I am free to show those I love my care for them without worries of intrigue. I need not worry about marrying to continue my line, or bring in prestige for my family.
Of course, being a commoner, should I ever marry it would be because someone had claimed my heart completely. And should that person then suggest we be allowed to also have other loves--
I would cut out his heart to remind him that it is mine.
Written By Audric
Jan. 8, 2017, 9:18 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
It is important, in these oh so trying times, to remember the good things in life. Like how I once saw an actor sit on his own delicate bits so forcefully that the show had to be cancelled for the evening.
Written By Dominique
Jan. 8, 2017, 9:14 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
It should be known that my brother, Lord Damon Wyrmguard, after careful thought and consideration; no longer speaks for my house, myself or my family. His voice to speak for mine is suspended from this point forward until I see fit. This is with a heavy heart and a sound mind I make this request.
May the circles of life keep us, protect us and keep us connected.
May the circles of life keep us, protect us and keep us connected.
Written By Takruid
Jan. 8, 2017, 9:08 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
The caravan trip here was more peaceful than I've found the city to be... I'm not sure what to make of a place where a Princess blithely invites a butcher to be here friend, it's comforting on one hand and suspicious on the other. Not to mention I managed to find a job shortly after stepping foot into a tavern, the pace is so fast and the only thin that is familiar is Julea. Surprise.
Written By Castor
Jan. 8, 2017, 9:07 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Aislin
The apothecary Valery has a great many herbal mixtures for headaches.
Written By Tristram
Jan. 8, 2017, 9:06 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Deva
Princess Deva Redrain is an archer and a lady of uncommon beauty; a devilish combination. She's also got a sharp, sharp mind. I forsee a very lengthy friendship with the Voice of Redrain.
Written By Morin
Jan. 8, 2017, 9:05 p.m.(8/11/1005 AR)
Looking through the shops in the great market has been about as tiring as I'd expect. Especially in leathers as they are still the lightest clothing I have. I wonder if the southern folk will care overmuch if I walk around only half clothed? It's beginning to be an appealing alternative to silks and such to stay in this weather.
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