Written By Percephon
Dec. 24, 2016, 8:07 p.m.(6/22/1005 AR)
It's good to finally be out of the ill spell of poor health and family matters. It's allowed me opportunities the past few days to get out and about into the Academy and start understanding the large wealth of knowledge the capital has. Truly, the place is blessed with wise men and women over the years who have amassed a fine collection.
Very early morning meanderings have already had one happenstance run in turn fruitful... I'll have to spend more time within the hallowed halls to meet more of my fellow Scholars. At some point, I'll need to attend to the social etiquette of family visits to those who are within the Capital as well, I suppose.
Very early morning meanderings have already had one happenstance run in turn fruitful... I'll have to spend more time within the hallowed halls to meet more of my fellow Scholars. At some point, I'll need to attend to the social etiquette of family visits to those who are within the Capital as well, I suppose.
Written By Niccolo
Dec. 24, 2016, 5:36 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Alis
The young Voice of Valardin impressed me with her heart and dedication to her family. She might be young, but experience comes with age. What she has is a keen mind, and a devotion to her House that I feel make her the perfect blade for Prince Edain to have at his side.
Written By Cai
Dec. 24, 2016, 4:59 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Alis
06/21/1005
The boss's boss's boss. Think I have that right. But not actually boss. Noble ranks are strange, I don't understand it.
Certainly knows how to take a joke a run with it.
Is being afraid of nudity a thing with their house. Or does this apply to Arx everywhere. I don't think I'll ever actually understand it.
Maybe I'm not supposed to.
The boss's boss's boss. Think I have that right. But not actually boss. Noble ranks are strange, I don't understand it.
Certainly knows how to take a joke a run with it.
Is being afraid of nudity a thing with their house. Or does this apply to Arx everywhere. I don't think I'll ever actually understand it.
Maybe I'm not supposed to.
Written By Aislin
Dec. 24, 2016, 4:27 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
Well.
This has been an interesting little while.
There were the reports from the Society expedition on the Beast of Sanctum, which were more than a little disturbing. I have enough on my plate, however, so I'll be delegating all of that to the Seekers to deal with; I did suggest Mason should speak to Vincere, as both a fellow Seeker /and/ the Minister of Defense.
But those reports were almost the least of it; it seems like many people have had... unusual experiences in the past few weeks, and felt a need to share or seek out guidance recently. My messengers have been quite the strange collection lately; I don't think I've seen so many exclamation marks on anything since I was scribbling down my own childhood stories about my future adventures.
I definitely need to see about calling together some of the Seekers to see if I can't task some of them to speak to people and look into various things more deeply. Because some of the things coming to light lately seem almost as wild as those adventures I used to make up for myself, if rather more dire.
(What? Oh, fine. This is why I usually write my own white journals, you know, rather than dictating them here.)
Since you ask, childhood story future-me did live a fairly interesting life. She had a griffin, for one thing; his name was Cloudstriker. They were inseparable and flew all around the world, even to Cardia (which I had decided was full of dragons). Story-Aislin also met a handsome Cardian prince who might or might not have also been a dragon -- I don't think I ever made up my mind on that point -- who became her plucky sidekick and companion.
With benefit of hindsight I have to admit those imaginary childhood adventures involved a lot less foraging for food and running from shavs than my real ones have. Though the direwolf quotient has actually proven surprisingly accurate.
This has been an interesting little while.
There were the reports from the Society expedition on the Beast of Sanctum, which were more than a little disturbing. I have enough on my plate, however, so I'll be delegating all of that to the Seekers to deal with; I did suggest Mason should speak to Vincere, as both a fellow Seeker /and/ the Minister of Defense.
But those reports were almost the least of it; it seems like many people have had... unusual experiences in the past few weeks, and felt a need to share or seek out guidance recently. My messengers have been quite the strange collection lately; I don't think I've seen so many exclamation marks on anything since I was scribbling down my own childhood stories about my future adventures.
I definitely need to see about calling together some of the Seekers to see if I can't task some of them to speak to people and look into various things more deeply. Because some of the things coming to light lately seem almost as wild as those adventures I used to make up for myself, if rather more dire.
(What? Oh, fine. This is why I usually write my own white journals, you know, rather than dictating them here.)
Since you ask, childhood story future-me did live a fairly interesting life. She had a griffin, for one thing; his name was Cloudstriker. They were inseparable and flew all around the world, even to Cardia (which I had decided was full of dragons). Story-Aislin also met a handsome Cardian prince who might or might not have also been a dragon -- I don't think I ever made up my mind on that point -- who became her plucky sidekick and companion.
With benefit of hindsight I have to admit those imaginary childhood adventures involved a lot less foraging for food and running from shavs than my real ones have. Though the direwolf quotient has actually proven surprisingly accurate.
Written By Khanne
Dec. 24, 2016, 4:12 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Marcas
He is a fine Warrior for my house, and one dedicated to keeping us all safe. He has offered me armed escort whenever I am in need, but too, seems to be becoming a valued friend as well.
Written By Cai
Dec. 24, 2016, 4:03 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
06/21/1005
Beware the deadly and elusive Beaver-snap. Make sure not to anger one, it'll be the end of you.
Beware the deadly and elusive Beaver-snap. Make sure not to anger one, it'll be the end of you.
Written By Bethany
Dec. 24, 2016, 2:33 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
(From the desk of B. Mercier, Steward:)
My latest attempts at blending teas and wines have dramatically improved.
Modesty would dictate that I not compare my most recent creation to my elder brother's.
However, my confidence demands otherwise.
My latest attempts at blending teas and wines have dramatically improved.
Modesty would dictate that I not compare my most recent creation to my elder brother's.
However, my confidence demands otherwise.
Written By Sinhoc
Dec. 24, 2016, 2:02 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
I took a soothing walk through the woods a while ago. Truly, walking without borders is a most calming pasttime. To know there is only sea blocking you from walking the length of the world is a peace the safe walls of the Compact cannot oblige. But, the walls are called safe for a reason. The dangers outside those gates are almost infinite, the amount being due not to the types of dangers, but the different ways they can catch you off-guard. I may be desensitized to the true protection of the walls, but in the end, when the slavering teeth and gnarled claws of the Wild's darkness tear at your flesh, you'll wish you had stalwart slabs of stone to shield you from the hunt.
Written By Kima
Dec. 24, 2016, 1:49 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
It is all rather frustrating when things don't go as you plan. Yet what else is there to do but pick yourself up (and perhaps several pieces as well) and move on?
Written By Percephon
Dec. 24, 2016, 1:35 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Lianne
Fellow Scholar
Written By Kima
Dec. 24, 2016, 1:21 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
I had worried that I would be ill-suited to raising Vomas. I needn't have. It's not simply that he's old enough that I don't have to fear he'll die without my constant attention. Rather, it is that I've realized that if I think more like a teacher than aught else, then things between us go swimmingly. Together we have read one of the books of law the Legate has so kindly sent me; we've sat in on the court for a day; wandered the perimeter of Arx and talked architecture as well as flora and fauna.
He gets a green look when I talk about horse riding lessons with Leola or further sparring with myself and Athas, but if my mother had cared a whit for green looks when I was a lass, then I'd not have the wonderful background of poetry, philosophy, or religion to broaden my soul. I might not be anything more than a laymen in such subjects, but I'm still richer for what I do know.
I am richer, too, for the time shared with my nephew.
He gets a green look when I talk about horse riding lessons with Leola or further sparring with myself and Athas, but if my mother had cared a whit for green looks when I was a lass, then I'd not have the wonderful background of poetry, philosophy, or religion to broaden my soul. I might not be anything more than a laymen in such subjects, but I'm still richer for what I do know.
I am richer, too, for the time shared with my nephew.
Written By Bethany
Dec. 24, 2016, 12:01 p.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
( From the desk of B. Mercier, Steward: )
Curious yet --
What are the most important lessons you, (dear citizen or visitor of Arx) have learned in life?
Curious yet --
What are the most important lessons you, (dear citizen or visitor of Arx) have learned in life?
Written By Lucio
Dec. 24, 2016, 11:45 a.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Felix
A Thrax weaponsmith, Felix has done work for House Pravus in the past. He is curious man who thinks of his weapons as stories, and that has an obvious appeal to me. Thanks to Duchess Belladonna, he has agreed to craft me a new dagger.
Written By Lucio
Dec. 24, 2016, 11:34 a.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Cybele
I met the Shaman at the Shrine of the Lost. The 'Walker Between' is unusual, but kind, and sang me one of the old songs of the north. Cybele seems a good source of knowledge for old stories and creation myths, one who might be very useful in my quest to craft new songs to sing.
Written By Pietro
Dec. 24, 2016, 11:32 a.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
It is with a gladder heart that I thank Duke Marco for his years of service. I know that my mother has been highly enjoying her retirement and I will join her in wishing Lord Marco the joy of it.
It is an honor to publicly congratulate Duchess Sylvie Zaffria. I know that in these difficult times, Gemecitta will go forward under her guidance with prosperity and strength. As well, of course, as the best of taste. House Igniseri is proud to serve you, my liege.
It is an honor to publicly congratulate Duchess Sylvie Zaffria. I know that in these difficult times, Gemecitta will go forward under her guidance with prosperity and strength. As well, of course, as the best of taste. House Igniseri is proud to serve you, my liege.
Written By Khanne
Dec. 24, 2016, 10:48 a.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Valencia
An interesting talk was had at The Spirits recently. I have come to know her a bit better, feel a bit closer to her as a friend, and yet, she frustratingly tells me absolutely nothing. I warned her I am stubborn and do not give up easily.
Written By Khanne
Dec. 24, 2016, 10:45 a.m.(6/21/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Agnarr
One day, warns someone to be careful after something said. Another, I want to throttle him for not taking his own advice.
Written By Branan
Dec. 24, 2016, 10:28 a.m.(6/20/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Bethany
Likeminded Royal Servant
Written By Branan
Dec. 24, 2016, 10:23 a.m.(6/20/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Esera
Grand Patroness
Written By Ailith
Dec. 24, 2016, 10:14 a.m.(6/20/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Isolde
I may have been wrong, in some ways, about the Princess.
Oh, of course, I disagree with her strongly on religious matters. That won't change. However, I think if I can look past that--if I can let myself, rather than use old prejudices against Isolde--I can see the woman rather than what she represents.
I need to be a touch wary, of course, but I think I should work on being kinder, especially since times are looking so bleak.
Oh, of course, I disagree with her strongly on religious matters. That won't change. However, I think if I can look past that--if I can let myself, rather than use old prejudices against Isolde--I can see the woman rather than what she represents.
I need to be a touch wary, of course, but I think I should work on being kinder, especially since times are looking so bleak.
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