For Law and Justice

[Noddndonkey]

Freas, Febra 27, 1437

My first entry in this newly bound book of oak parchments provided by Reus, himself. What shall I write of? Shall I expound on the virtues of service, the pursuit of justice found in the edicts of the church or do as my uncle Daniel instructs and write of the heart?

His is a simple faith, my dear uncle and namesake, yet it has brought him both great pain and great joy. Sister Serissa encourages me to enter the ranks of the Justicars, since my studies have me dwell deeply into Church Law. I find this appealing, yet remember the wise words of Justicar Reus - One must listen in order to be heard. To this end, I have taken a vow of silence for my last year as initiate and only communicate with simple hand gestures and the occasional note. My duties for the last few years have been transcription of ancient texts to common speech and record keeping, in which there has been much since the new construction the Temple of Corsain.

Knight - Captain Jennara visits me often as well, and I treasure our time together. Her simple speech and mannerisms hide a strength, that belies her small stature.
She and Sister Serissa both inspire my studies further and I wish to do them both credit with my own service.

This year is quickly ending; however, and on the holiest of holies, Ausir Shining - When the Gold's Eye looks brightest upon all of Layonara, I shall assume the mantle of full priest shortly after my eighteeth summer. I pray to the Great Golden one, that my Uncle and Father will both attend. I feel the presence of my mother, Tariana, close as always here in the temple, so at least one of mine parents shall see my iniate years completed.

Grant me your wisdom, All-Seeing, so that I may see men's hearts and minds and know thier true purpose as to best judge them according to your holy law.

Daniel Benjamin Poetr, Initiate
Temple of the Lord Protector, Vehl, Mistone.

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Sunra, Mar 8, 1448

Eleven years have passed and yet I still struggle with my purpose.  Perhaps this is the choice all followers of the Gold must make or perhaps I am cursed by the blood of my father.  My views have tempered of late with my travels.  I have listened to the people and found myself understanding more.  I have made my home in the safe confines of the Vehl temple, but venture forth from time to time with my older cousin, Aylana Pandorn.  

Her voice inspires all who hear it, yet I am troubled by her chaotic tendencies and open brazeness. She is worldly in ways I can never be, yet a more compasionate woman I have yet to find. The other day while we campaigned against the foul goblins near Hlint, she befriended an orc.  

I was suspicious at first, but upon closer scrutiny and interaction, I found this Orc, a Rak by name, to be of honorable and fairly well read temperment.  He was quite old, older than father in fact and remember much of the history of the lands.  


My point in writing all this that I am still growing in wisdom, the Gold be praised.

Daniel Benjamin Poetr,
Servant of The Great Dragon
Vehl, Mistone.

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Sunra, Jenra 8, 1450

I have been given leave by the office of High Warden of the Principium in High Justiciar Ordolf Wolvinstar name to investigate further the involvement of one Storold Doesscha in the events that led to the tidal wave that killed thousands in Leringard and Mariners Hold.  As Razeriem the Elfs testimony was scant to say the least, filled with more hearsay than fact, a full recounting by Mister Storold Doesscha is prescribed.  I have attempted to meet the man casually, but fate has not lent its hand to the endevour and I may have to resort to a formal letter of introduction and inquiry as to when we may meet to resolve this matter.  The office of Imperium made it very clear that intent is key in this case and it falls upon myself to discern if the trajedy was spawned of carelessness or some malicious intent.  It saddens me to think that the later could be possible, but per my oaths I must remain objective.

In lighter events and one that gladdens my heart, Sister Amireana and friend Amgine have asked for me to officiate thier union under the All Seeings watchful eye.  There remains a small matter of a ring for Amgine, but I am sure the Lord Protector will provide.  I have given much thought as to the words of binding and hope to reuse several conceptions that Sister Mylindra used many years ago at a similiar ceremony.  

May the Lord Protector grant me his wisdom in pursuit of his law

Daniel Benjamin Poetr, Priest
Rofireins Temple
Vehl, Mistone

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Freas, Febra 27, 1450

I have the required testimony from Storold Doesscha in the form of a letter and collaboration from Sala Stonehill.  While quite upset with me personally for bringing the matter up, Missus Sala did say that an inquiry by the Lucindite Church was convened and that the case is considered closed by her church.  I was also privy to the knowledge that Storold himself felt great remorse and him and his merchant guild, the Ravens, spent thousands in true helping the displaced and injured persons of Mariners Hold.  Storold's letter was terse and corrected me on a false bit of information.  It was a dragon who attacked Leringard wreaking destruction, not a tidal wave.  The tidal wave struck Mariners Hold.

As a personal matter, after swearing I would investigate the Elf, Razeriem's accusations against Mister Storold, I know wish I had let the matter drop as I have found no substance for a malicious intent in any of my interviews other than Razeriems.  In short, I believe Razeriem to be nothing more than a person with some manner of personal grudge.

Great Dragon, grant me your strength to see Justice served

Daniel Benjamin Poetr, Servant of the Gold
Vehl, Mistone.

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Sunra, Jenra 1, 1459

Some nine years have passed and I spend most of them in the solitude of the Temple in Vehl.  Still, I ventured forth when needed and have made friendships with various personages.  Oddly enough, they are mostly elven and one in particular, Alazira, a priest of Illsare has affected my thoughts on the matter of the law versus love.  I find myself embracing a less stern philosophy and belief in my faith.  I now believe what Uncle Daniel spoke to me ere he passed.  The Gold created order for love of the creation, not for love of order itself.  I will seek entry into the Knights in his honor.  May the Lord Protector bless my efforts.

As for my investigation of Storold, it rests now as a full acquittal, his actions were foolish, but his intent was pure and without malice.  I, for one, am glad of these findings.

Daniel Benjamin Poetr, Priest in service to Rofirein
Temple of the Lord Protector, Vehl, Mistone.