Written By Dominique
Nov. 21, 2016, 9:02 p.m.(3/7/1005 AR)
Some times I just wish I wasn't a beast of war. I think my only purpose in life is to die in battle. But unlike my father I will not leave progeny behind to squabble with one another. I really believe I wasn't built to love. I care for our sick and our poor. But there is little left that brings me joy in this life.
Written By Calypso
Nov. 21, 2016, 7:28 p.m.(3/7/1005 AR)
I have been receiving reports coming in from all over the Compact about new cooperative training sessions, open lines of communication and a vigor to help strengthen the bonds that hold this Compact together. And I couldn't possibly be more pleased to hear them.
Three ships from the Dark Water fleet have been sent to Southport to help bolster our naval efforts.
Scouts from the north are passing through the less traversed portions of the territory.
The crimson blades have even been seen lending their hand to the efforts.
The winds of change are surely upon us. If we can keep this trend in unity going I'm starting to think we might have a good chance at fighting back the dark hosts on our horizon.
Three ships from the Dark Water fleet have been sent to Southport to help bolster our naval efforts.
Scouts from the north are passing through the less traversed portions of the territory.
The crimson blades have even been seen lending their hand to the efforts.
The winds of change are surely upon us. If we can keep this trend in unity going I'm starting to think we might have a good chance at fighting back the dark hosts on our horizon.
Written By Fortunato
Nov. 21, 2016, 6:48 p.m.(3/7/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Aldwin
I've lived in Arx's Lower Boroughs all my life, and wandering the other bits of Arx, meeting people, especially Silks, skulking around the edges of parties -- it makes me feel like a dingy, nasty-minded old crow. I appreciate Aldwin. In a way, he's like the path I never took, and his steady, calm, slightly-amused affect is an inspiration if maybe not an . . . aspiration. I'm glad I have a friend like him to keep me rooted. Also, I don't feel old next to him! It's relaxing! (I still feel dingy, nasty-minded, and crowish, though.)
Written By Silas
Nov. 21, 2016, 6:06 p.m.(3/7/1005 AR)
I tested out my rubicund blade on poor Lord Pietro with great success, then recommended he get one himself from Mistress Hana's shop. Now it appears there is a military discount my fellow guardsmen can take advantage of.
I'm tempted to refine it further, but I'm not -quite- rolling in the silver and I have a fairly large woodworking project coming up. It will be a fun, though.
I'm tempted to refine it further, but I'm not -quite- rolling in the silver and I have a fairly large woodworking project coming up. It will be a fun, though.
Written By Morrighan
Nov. 21, 2016, 12:42 p.m.(3/6/1005 AR)
Alas, I've done a bad thing. It seems someone is rankled - not all are appreciative of my free way of speaking, it seems. Well, continue your huffing and puffing. Threaten all you like; I'm not worried.
Written By Samantha
Nov. 21, 2016, 12:19 p.m.(3/6/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Abbas
One might imagine that we are two people who could not be more diametrically opposed in air and principle, but I found Prince Abbas surprisingly amenable. It's simply a matter of different avenues toward reaching the same goal. There are always friends you know you will argue with about important things, and I appear to have made one in him. I hope everything he told me about his hopes for Thrax are true, and I will be forever grateful for the gift he gave me, even knowing he had little to gain for it.
Written By Duncan
Nov. 21, 2016, 12:08 p.m.(3/6/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Natalia
It was a pleasure to meet you the other day, Princess. I look forward to further meetings in the future.
Written By Eirene
Nov. 21, 2016, 11:57 a.m.(3/6/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Anze
Like his sister, I enjoy the company of the Redrain 'royalty.' It's a responsibility, not a title. Exactly how nobility is -supposed- to act. He and I had drinks and chatted about the ancient history coming to bite us in the ass and needing to pull together to not get wiped out. Beside, any man who can keep up with me in a drinking contest is worth hanging around.
Written By Eirene
Nov. 21, 2016, 11:50 a.m.(3/6/1005 AR)
Why is it the people I find most enjoyable in company are the ones labeled 'savage' or 'uncivilized.' Being brutally honest, expressing ones self, being combat competent, and dressing however you please is uncivilized?
Yeah. Eff Society.
In other news, I'm working with the Merchants guild to start the stockpiling I'm concerned we're gonna need. So perhaps Society can unscrew itself as long as it gets the job done. Not every nob is a knob and not every merchant is a double-chinned plutocrat.
Yeah. Eff Society.
In other news, I'm working with the Merchants guild to start the stockpiling I'm concerned we're gonna need. So perhaps Society can unscrew itself as long as it gets the job done. Not every nob is a knob and not every merchant is a double-chinned plutocrat.
Written By Max
Nov. 21, 2016, 10:58 a.m.(3/6/1005 AR)
If you wish to hate me?
Do so. I will not stop you.
But do hate me for the right reasons.
Do not hate me because you imagine I am some blackhearted pillager, what lands on the shore and burns down the forest, driving the little forest creatures into a panic before enslaving the towns folk and making thrallls of them, dragging them back to my island lair to toil in my mines and labor in my plantations.
Do not hate me because someone else said something mean or did something mean to someone you like, and so you feel an obligation to hate everything related to that person.
Hate me for me.
Don't worry. I'll give you plenty of good reasons.
Do so. I will not stop you.
But do hate me for the right reasons.
Do not hate me because you imagine I am some blackhearted pillager, what lands on the shore and burns down the forest, driving the little forest creatures into a panic before enslaving the towns folk and making thrallls of them, dragging them back to my island lair to toil in my mines and labor in my plantations.
Do not hate me because someone else said something mean or did something mean to someone you like, and so you feel an obligation to hate everything related to that person.
Hate me for me.
Don't worry. I'll give you plenty of good reasons.
Written By Morrighan
Nov. 21, 2016, 9:07 a.m.(3/6/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Anze
I've conversed at length with the newly arrived Prince a couple times, and I can see some notable similarities between Anze and his siblings - yet in other ways he's unlike them. Much like the others, he doesn't appear to mind the fact I speak my mind, or give blunt opinions or insights. I think we'll get along alright.
Written By Natalia
Nov. 21, 2016, 2:29 a.m.(3/5/1005 AR)
It has occurred to me that I should work on my patience. I am not praying for patience though; we know how the Gods grant that.
Written By Natalia
Nov. 21, 2016, 2:25 a.m.(3/5/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Jaenelle
You are too. I'm going to get Valerius involved in this one.
Written By Natalia
Nov. 21, 2016, 2:24 a.m.(3/5/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Leo
I feel like you are ignoring my missives. Yes, you.
Written By Nadia
Nov. 20, 2016, 11:56 p.m.(3/4/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Cordelia
She's full of surprises, and an immense joy to be around. I look forward to getting to know more of her in the future.
Written By Nadia
Nov. 20, 2016, 11:43 p.m.(3/4/1005 AR)
With all these marriage arrangements happening between the Great Houses, it reminds me that the responsibility of a good match for Cassius and Lydia falls upon my shoulders. Oy vey, and what of my own? Mother still sends me missives weekly, asking after my romantic ventures all the way from Stonedeep. And, my grandfather had the -nerve- to say he doesn't blame her for not being able to convince me to consider any of my suitors more seriously. Pfft. Marriage. Pffft. Maybe next year.
Written By Alis
Nov. 20, 2016, 11:28 p.m.(3/4/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Nadia
In some ways we are opposites; I hold everything inside, and she is radiant and ebullient. But we share common cause in making sure our voices are heard. It will be through action and not voice, is our oath. Because our words can be ignored. But our victories cannot. I am pleased to be able to count her among my friends.
Written By Alis
Nov. 20, 2016, 11:26 p.m.(3/4/1005 AR)
Writing down my burdens on paper, and letting them float away as ash on the wind was more freeing then I would have thought. I hope to face the Spring with renewed confidence and less sorrow. I know my departed father and siblings would not want us to let what happened to them keep us weighted down.
Written By Nadia
Nov. 20, 2016, 11:23 p.m.(3/4/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Alis
The Little Knight Errant: I think it's rather common for people to look upon ladies that are small like Alis and myself and underestimate us at every turn. There's been several times that we would speak and no one would hear us - even when we shout, they are deaf to what we have to say. We made an oath to let our actions be our voice, our results be our words. It is that promise we made to each other that cemented our friendship, and makes me proud to call the Voice of House Valardin a most cherished companion and ally.
Written By Cara
Nov. 20, 2016, 11:18 p.m.(3/4/1005 AR)
Relationship Note on Nebulosa
Lady Nebulosa has been a companion to me of late, escorting me as Sword of Gemecitta on my research.
I find myself grateful for the company, to be honest, and for the protection of the swordswoman.
I find myself grateful for the company, to be honest, and for the protection of the swordswoman.
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