Written By Darren
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:50 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
In the end, of course, there could only be one winner. I'm proud to say one of my own, Lady Lydia Nightgold, took home the prize of the drinking horn. Her story of Luukas and the Land of Only Stars was exceptionally clever, and she deserves the win for the night.
Honorable mention, of course, went to Blacktongue the Harlequin. Lady Dawn and I both agreed that his story was worthy of a secondary prize, and she gifted him with a well deserved purse of silver.
To the others that attended - the stories and song were exciting and interesting. I hope we'll have another strong showing, should we do a similar competition in the future.
Written By Esera
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:48 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Blacktongue
Written By Joscelin
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:48 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
The one I sang tonight in front of a bunch of -strangers- however, was a favorite of my little sister. She likes tales of women with swords, as I recall. I liked seeing her all grinning over it. I have to remember that I have a voice and it's for more than just swearing at people.
But tonight, my song was for Ianthe.
Written By Saedrus
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:37 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Written By Salazar
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:28 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
"Nilanzan red! Oh sweet Nilanzan red,
It goes with all meats and all breads.
Blameless, we are, on sweet Nilanzan red,
What we do or say, blame on wine instead!"
Of course, there's the Mercier fellow who's been yelling me down about the quality of Nilanzan wines and his wines. There's the popular refrain that referenced; that I do not know what goes into the wines of my hearth and home, and he asks: 'Has this pirate prince ever spent a day in the fields?' Of course, to that, I answer: No, my good man, I don't spend time in the fields, picking the grapes from the grape trees like you do, my dear friend - they're grown on vines against the cliff-side vineyards, where I am from. Though it amuses me so, this wine business. Perhaps I should, indeed, leave the wine-peddling to the common man, sleeves rolled up and bare feet soaked in grape juice. But I must say, it brings me a sort of fine feeling, a sense of purpose. Lazarus Mercier's brother is a man I need to find.
Oh! I just remembered. Either Silas Mercier or Kima Saik -- or even perhaps my cousin, the Sword of Argento will do, seeing as she's arrived in town... I must improve my swordsmanship and my footwork. The scion of Argento can't be fenced to oblivion by any halfwit with a length of steel and the compunction to use it.
Written By Freja
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:25 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Now, I miss them more than ever. They are calling, but I cannot answer.
Written By Aislin
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:23 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Salazar
Perhaps it's merely that he ends up almost everywhere in the city?
Still, the sight of him always brightens the day. He seems to approach life as if it weren't actually all that serious a matter; any problem is surmountable, any obstacle is only a temporary one. And for a little while, I can convince myself the same thing is true.
It's refreshing, really.
Written By Nadia
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:16 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
He shouldered burdens then; I see them now
I heard the cries of the people who in vain
Have shed tears two hundred years like rain.
I heard the drums, the time had drawn near
Your spirit drawn the beats they ring so clear
Song like prayers chanted through the night
Pleading for us to come, help end their plight
I've heard your cries and now stood at your side
We joined their prayers with both arms open wide
United spirits set to sing until dawn
When in the fire's flames a golden fawn.
Remembering a smile crossed my face
When we were one with Mother Nature's grace
The mountains and valleys flowing with waters clear
Flow sadly now, a bleak future we fear.
The weightless feathers that adorned his head
A grim, great truth weighed me down instead.
Now breathing deep he smelled winds of change
While here in the city my people rearranged.
Written By Sophie
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:11 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Written By Saedrus
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:09 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
It has been a while now since I last practiced, but I enjoy the sport greatly and could not help but join in. I will be the first to admit my performance was mediocre at best, but in the company I was in amongst I am not surprised. Master Aureth who tied with myself with four points did admirably, and the Redrain Princess set a high bar with her shots. Bravely followed by Princess Lou (that I think the Jeweller hostess made some faux pas of title, though I missed it myself.) that took to the further targets willing to take a risk, I for one, was not. Though the winner was clear when the last of the Master Viktarkim's shots landed as a bullseye! The first two shots I thought were impressive enough, and the man very much earnt his win.
The prize looked spectacular and I would call the whole event an utter success! I did not expect to win, and against other skilled archers I am not at all ashamed to be bested. I hope by the time the next rolls about I will have more practice in.
Written By Pietro
Oct. 16, 2016, 11:03 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Lady Sylphie's retelling of the story of unified Gemecitta was the best of the lot, never mind the winners and I write without any bias whatsoever. It was good to see her and Lord Valkieri so companionable. The strength of Gemecitta is always in unity, just like the story tells, and if there are two houses with more fortitude in their blood than Rubino and Zaffria in all the Lyceum, well, I can't imagine it!
Written By Dagon
Oct. 16, 2016, 10:52 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Written By Nadia
Oct. 16, 2016, 10:50 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Man discovered peace.
He invented war from without.
He discovered peace from within.
War, man throws.
Peace, man sows.
Written By Isabeau
Oct. 16, 2016, 10:42 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Lazarus
Written By Isabeau
Oct. 16, 2016, 10:40 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Gareth
Written By Isabeau
Oct. 16, 2016, 10:35 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Edain
Written By Freja
Oct. 16, 2016, 10:29 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Lydia
Written By Vincere
Oct. 16, 2016, 10:28 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Valkieri
Written By Freja
Oct. 16, 2016, 10:27 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Mason
Written By Vincere
Oct. 16, 2016, 10:27 p.m.(11/11/1004 AR)
Relationship Note on Sylvie
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