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eachdraidh2015-02-02 02:38 am
skjalf) wrote in eachdraidh2015-02-02 02:38 am
β I βΊ video γopen to both courts & backdated to 02/01γ
( Her progress in working out what her locket does is very much a WIP. Still, she has fiddled with it enough to activate whatever magic controls the moving images of people. This is in an invaluable tool in her eyes, because she has precisely the purpose to put such a resource to use. Keenly aware that appearances matter especially so upon making a first impression, she is dressed elegantly, and her hair is mostly left in loose waves, some cloth-of-gold ribbon threaded throughout. She keeps the look on her face pleasant, but cool.
There is no benefit for the time being in playing the fool, as she had at home. The warmth of her smile does not extend to her eyes, not yet. Instead they hold a light of curiosity, and a great amount of seriousness. Her awareness of the situation at hand is dim but for this: she is not dreaming. She has lost all, and stands to gain everything if she but works for it. Just as her father had won the throne of England: with smiles, charm and good business sense.
Her address, then, is an earnest one. )
Good day to you, one and all. I know not how many of you there are, or from whence you come. Yet if I may, I would humbly beg a favour, if you would be so gracious as to indulge me: your acquaintance.
Indeed, I would meet as many of you as might be possible. And, if you would be even more indulgent, information pertaining to the state of affairs in this land and abroad. I find myself possessed of a desire to know the full scope of things here ere I chart my course and navigate myself through whatever trials I may face here.
( Now, finally, the warmth enters her eyes. She has no choice; it would not do for all the land to bear witness to her grief. )
I am Elizabeth Plantagenet of England. It is my hope that I will be able to repay any kindness shown me sooner rather than later. I look forward to meeting and speaking with many of you!
Until then, farewell. Deus vobiscum.
There is no benefit for the time being in playing the fool, as she had at home. The warmth of her smile does not extend to her eyes, not yet. Instead they hold a light of curiosity, and a great amount of seriousness. Her awareness of the situation at hand is dim but for this: she is not dreaming. She has lost all, and stands to gain everything if she but works for it. Just as her father had won the throne of England: with smiles, charm and good business sense.
Her address, then, is an earnest one. )
Good day to you, one and all. I know not how many of you there are, or from whence you come. Yet if I may, I would humbly beg a favour, if you would be so gracious as to indulge me: your acquaintance.
Indeed, I would meet as many of you as might be possible. And, if you would be even more indulgent, information pertaining to the state of affairs in this land and abroad. I find myself possessed of a desire to know the full scope of things here ere I chart my course and navigate myself through whatever trials I may face here.
( Now, finally, the warmth enters her eyes. She has no choice; it would not do for all the land to bear witness to her grief. )
I am Elizabeth Plantagenet of England. It is my hope that I will be able to repay any kindness shown me sooner rather than later. I look forward to meeting and speaking with many of you!
Until then, farewell. Deus vobiscum.
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With that warning said: I can respect the desire to start hacking through the words to get to the truth of things. That was my first instinct here, and it's the best one to have. Mind, it's not an easy task because the politics of this place are well, they shift quickly. Not unlike your already described house. Your knowledge and familarity with such quick changes will be nothing short of a massive advantage here.
You flatter me with finding me wise. I only have the advantage of being here for ten months, and thus a bit more time to get a hang of things Nothing more and nothing less.
In regards to adjusting the situation to suit one's own needs, plenty have done so thus far. You can use titles to your own end, begin saving money in order to buy property away from the courts, and use whatever you're offered by the monarchs to further yourself. The Unseelie tend to be a little more permitting of this approach, for reasons that lie in their support of chaos.
There are former shardbearers who've taken to building entire fortresses to protect the people here. The late Alyosha of Redgate is one such example.
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( Which is a detriment. She will not be a ghost here. Her presence must be known and felt in positive ways. )
I thank you. One thing I have noticed is that folk are prone to gossip, and that if one believes they are in the presence of a silly girl who cares not for what they say, then they will be wont to say more. I played that role very well at home, in order to survive. How quickly would you say things shift here?
There were a pair of brothers—lords. In times of conflict they would ever each stand firmly with either side so that no matter the outcome, their family stood to gain much. Is it like that?
Nay; it is the truth. Your words hold much sense, and though I know not your name, I do value them. Ten months, however! Goodness. Things have changed very much since then, I would guess.
Ah, yes! Titles. How does one go about earning those here? I should like to do somewhat of the like, though I would watch and listen before declaring allegiance to anyone.
My condolences for the passing of this individual. Their goal was a good and noble one. The people ought never be forgotten when there is conflict.
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Things can shift in an instant. December was marked with various winter celebrations and levity, and before even the old year was out, the battle we're about to see unfold now was being planned. The pace is rapid, and staying on top of it is no easy task. Things will always fall by the wayside.
Funny you mention siblings here. The queens of both courts are sisters. I don't know how much their family bond plays into their decision, but they both desire a victory.
Ah, right, names before we continue! I'm Lord El-Melloi II, although I respond to a few other nicknames up to and including Elmie and Prickles (long story.)
Titles can often be gained by service either by doing things on behalf of the monarchs or keeping an ear to the ground and doing favours that are asked. One's fame and title will come from performing those actions, and influence grows from there.
Alyosha was exemplary. Too few have the resources these days to do what she did.
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That does sound terribly familiar to me. And this land will never be the same after it is done. War is only useful as a last resort, and if there is a clear victor. Should there not be, then this place and its people will be ravaged for naught. If there are efforts being made now to help the natives, I would lend my aid to it.
Sisters. ( Bollocks. ) Not knowing either, I can only guess that it plays a very big part, indeed. It is truly incredible how close ties might be so easily severed by the promise of power. The stories I might tell you. But they are not a mirror-image of what is in play here, or in the least I should hope not.
We are well-met, Lord El-Melloi! I am Princess Elizabeth Plantagenet, also known as Elizabeth of York. ( She will wisely not comment on the choice of Prickles for a sobriquet. ) Some also call me Bess.
I believe I could do the latter, if no opportunity for the former should arise. None ever suspect that a pretty girl interested mainly in dancing and fashionable gowns might listen to their gossip and make sense of it.
I would have liked very much to meet her. But that fact ought to be remedied, in time.
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I believe there's been some rumblings about trying to help those that make their lives here, but those rumbles have been drowned out by the sound of war. Should I hear anything concrete, I'll let you know.
You could always ask them yourself, and get some distorted version of the truth. I imagine that it'd be an interesting response, even if it isn't the whole scope. I know from experience that Morla is honest enough, but tells you just enough that you feel the answer is complete.
[Prickles is what happens when you're a hedgehog for a week.] A true abundance of names - which would you prefer?
They're often around in equal measure, but the second thing you speak of? No better way to learn things here, I'll not lie to you. I've done it myself to great advantage.
Let us all hope that there are others capable of following her then - and sooner rather than later.
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And I must thank you once again. The people who live here do not like us, from what I have heard, and I cannot rightly blame them. Fostering mutual trust and goodwill, God-willing even friendship could only be beneficial for all.
Perhaps I may. I expect it to be no less than entirely biased, if I may be honest. But I should like to hear the answer from her own lips, all the same.
( For the public record, ofc. She's thinking a bit ahead. )
If titles are necessary, then Princess Elizabeth will do. If nay, then simply Elizabeth.
I shall do so. There is usually some small kernel of truth to rumour, unless it is an exceptionally well-fabricated lie. I will be gathering all the information I am able to glean for myself ere I decide which position, if any I should take in this conflict. Truth be told, I am not over-fond of conflict as a rule.
Whether or not I may ever be able to remains to be seen, but it would certainly do no harm in trying. I may be new here, my lord, but I wish to help as much as might be possible.
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It's an argument that's hard to counter. Our mere presence upsets and threatens their way of life. As individuals we're fine, but as a group we create destruction. But I repeat what you've already concluded.
Morla will prove interesting no matter what, I am sure.
Elizabeth I can do in private, and for public I'll happily add the appropriate title. Does that sound fair?
As far as conflict goes, ah, well, you'll need to find ways to make peace with that dislike. It's unavoidable here, sadly. But finding information is easy to do, if you set up the right fronts.
With an attitude like that, I think you'll get very far with that goal indeed.
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Do you believe that one day it might be possible to form positive ties with them? I would very much like that.
( Oh, wow. That is actually pretty fair! ) It certainly does! Fair enough, indeed.
It seems as though I shall have to learn quickly, if the gossip I am hearing of a coming battle holds any truth to it. Tensions here seem to have been thick for some time. I smile, I dance, I sing. And people talk all around me. It is not my fault should I overhear and listen, is it? Surely.
( He can't see it, but she is smiling on her end, because she is jesting. Nobody ever suspects the frivolous little girl when they believe she's the renfaire equivalent of an airhead, do they? )
I should hope so. I cannot go home; nothing awaits me there. Here is where I wish to make a life for myself, for good or ill. Have you any advice, then, on that score?
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It's possible, I do think, but there's been so many breeches of trust that it will be a very long uphill climb. But all the more reason to try to do it, because anything with a positive impact here is worth doing.
[He's suggested it if only because that's what he does himself. Regular name for those he trusts, the nom de politique for everyone else.]
Not your fault at all, and if they're fool enough to speak so openly, then shame on them. Being clever is the be weapon, and manipulating appearances is one of the best forms of it.
At the end of the day, you get out of this place what you put in. If you're intent on doing well with those that live here, then you find ways to live among them rather than stay within the castle. If you wish to fight you stay within and you learn from the monarchs.
Whatever you do, know where you mean for it to end.
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( Is she upset about that? Yes. It is wholly lacking of any and all honour. Deplorable and shameful are not words which can even begin to describe her feelings on the topic. )
I thank you for the compliment, my lord. My Uncle's court was a veritable pit of vipers. I cannot expect any other to truly be different in terms of their inner-workings.
A decision not made lightly, and one I will not make until I have seen and heard more. Rashness is not the best course, I would expect. Both roads or neither could easily lead me to a good and prosperous existence here.
May we speak further in a more secure fashion, my lord? I mislike asking too many questions upon this necklace.
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As for everything else: I feel like a broken voice agreeing with everything you're saying here, so let me just give a blanket "yes, absolutely" to all things - but especially your comparison to dens of vipers, and avoiding rashness.
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I think I should very much like that.
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