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eachdraidh2014-06-01 09:02 am
fatherlordandfool) wrote in eachdraidh2014-06-01 09:02 am
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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.
[ 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.
video;
[ A pause. ]
High-Queen Solais is kind. But if you've lived your whole life waging war, could be that you forget some things.
[ And he's troubled by the fact that not everyone chose to be here, that children were brought whether they chose to be here or not. ]
As for the children, there's a woman in Caer Glaem named Clara. She's a teacher.
Re: video;
[ He pauses there, frowning a little. ]
The castle here, in its mews, keeps pigeons which may be sent to most other settlements of note bearing messages. If there's aught can be done from here which may make your path on the road easier, I'm glad to assist. Coordinating rooms at inns, fresh horses, so on.
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[ He means you, Gavroche. ]
We haven't been stopping at any settlements. [ They've barely been stopping, period. His horse could use a break, he knows it, but Thranduil's unicorn seems to help encourage it and he's started to use more of his healing magic on the poor thing to try and help. So far, it's working. ]
May take you up on that offer of a fresh horse; we'll see. My traveling companion found another mount on the road and sent his back -- messages telling anyone to look out for it and bring it home would probably be good, especially considering the Unseelie forces stole most of the mounts from Caer Glaem last month.
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[ He also makes a note; messages by bird, for... ]
May I have your name, ser? And the colour and brand of the horse sent back? Indeed, it seems that the castle's been hastening to recover from the sacking... more horses and supplies seem to come in every day, and the guard seems precious thin.
As for a horse for yourself; send me a message a day or two before you stop at any notable location, or when you stop to rest a while, and I'll see to it that a fresh mount is brought to you.
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[ Too many around here seem to be so damn obsessed with titles; John may as well use his. He adds in a description of the horse that Thranduil sent back, too. ]
Thanks.
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I've the acquaintance of a few good knights and soldiers swift to come to the aid of others. And a young lad here has... a magic... which allows him to go where he wills, and bring others with him likewise.
I'll see to whatever need be done.
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[ It's- almost strange, how people like Thranduil and Eddard remind John of himself when he was younger. People whose command he could trust, not begin to question like he had Sarge on Olduvai. ]