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Eddard Stark ([personal profile] fatherlordandfool) wrote in [community profile] eachdraidh2014-06-01 09:02 am

CALLING A MEETING | LOCKED TO SEELIE | FORWARD TO 6/02

Lords, ladies, knights, and other honoured guests of the castle... I am Lord Eddard Stark of Winterfell, who joined your company as of the feast day which passed only days prior.

[ He looks a little haggard, dark circles grown under his clear eyes; but much improved from the worry-pinched figure who had spent much of the feast hunting for his family. ]

We have been brought from many disparate worlds for the purpose of this war, the War of the Shards; expected to cast our lots in the fighting at the behest of generous but poorly-evidenced monarchs. And the castle staff itself, while similarly generous and no doubt goodhearted, can offer us only so much information or direction. I have requisitioned the library and some of the attached study-rooms to hold a great conference of us, beginning at midday tomorrow. At this conference, I mean to make an accurate and detailed accounting of:

Our names, talents, and intentions regarding residence at the castle and regarding the war. It's my aim that all of this be made public knowledge, so that those of like mind can easier meet and plan with each other. Some of the study-rooms in the library will be marked for this purpose; for those wanting to remain in the castle but abstain in the war, those willing to make war all together, and also a room for those wanting to depart the castle.

[ He exhales a breath, frowning a little. ]

I've commissioned a clerk who I will be posted with at the door, who will record the information of those willing to give it as they enter. By no means is anyone obligated to breathe a word about themselves, or to attend. Those who desire a copy of the final manuscript may request one at their leisure.

For myself, I distrust this place and its people; what manner of monarchs call upon untested children, even girls, to battle in a war they have no stake in? Pulls them sleeping from their beds?

[ His jaw clenches, but he'll tamp back on the tirade in the interest of efficiency. ]

Having been brought to the castle in the manner as I have, am for a short while reliant upon its goodwill. Given our shared circumstance, I believe that there are none we can afford to trust as much as each other. So, if you're willing, I beg you attend, if only to add your name and intentions to the lists, that others who intend likewise may reach out to you-- and you to them. There are few men or beasts that live long or successfully relying only upon themselves.

Good day to you.
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[personal profile] kingsdaughter 2014-06-01 05:54 pm (UTC)(link)
Because war is what men do to get out of doing chores.

Are you coming, or no? I've got to know how many to expect.
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[personal profile] fairbrook 2014-06-01 06:35 pm (UTC)(link)
Or create them, in my personal experience.

[Integra cannot say she particularly enjoys war, though it is her duty to end them.]

Very well. I shall be in attendance. [Nonchalantly.]
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[personal profile] kingsdaughter 2014-06-01 06:38 pm (UTC)(link)
Thank you.

Do women really fight in wars where you're from?
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[personal profile] fairbrook 2014-06-01 06:49 pm (UTC)(link)
Perhaps it is still considered 'indecent' of them, though it is not uncommon. I am a proficient swordsman and sharpshooter, hailing from the Knights of the Round Table myself.
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[personal profile] kingsdaughter 2014-06-01 06:56 pm (UTC)(link)
You're a knight?

[A lady knight. Like the elf-lady who protected her family.]
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[personal profile] fairbrook 2014-06-01 07:06 pm (UTC)(link)
[Integra seems taken aback.]

That would be correct, yes.

[Knight and brigadier general, but details...]
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[personal profile] fairbrook 2014-06-03 04:12 am (UTC)(link)
[She emits a lighthearted chuckle.]

I am proficient with both a sword and firearms.

[Though she's getting the impression he wouldn't even know what that is. So hipster.]