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I don't know what prompted it, but earlier today I had this long conversation with my eldest brother about why he decided to be a dragoon, and why me, an archer. He'd never told me until today that when he was young, he wanted to be a knight first, but changed his mind later. It was pretty eye-opening, I won't lie. And strange, because he never likes to be serious with me.

For me, I always wanted to be an archer. It's why I picked up the bow and arrow even before I could enlist into the Guild. All these years later, I've never thought of doing anything else, even when I respect other classes for what they do, and I've never regretted my decision for a second.

So I thought I'd pose these questions, for serious conversation's sake: If you're in a Guild, why did you choose your present class? Was it what you wanted when you first started, or did you have different dreams? And if you're not a Guild member, why did you choose your way of life now, provided you'd had the choice?

[ DRAKE. ]
Are you doing anything for your birthday, sir?

a little after this -- [ LILLE & ZACHEUS. ]
If I wanted to try out for the Rangers, what would I have to do? Assume I know nothing if it helps.

Should anyone have missed it the past two Masses, the Cathedral has been holding second alms collections for the orphanages She sponsors in the tenements. There will also be outreaches for the children this Friday and next. We are always happy to accommodate more volunteers!

Several alarming accounts have been brought to our atten As ever, be on guard and stand firm in the faith. Faram bless.

[HOLY KNIGHTS/MAGES/INDIVIDUALS/SOBS.]
Such harrowing hearsay! What do you all make of this?

Two seats just opened up for a seminar at the University this Thursday through Saturday. It's called 'Circuits, Devices & Systems'. Give me a heads up if you want in. It's ridiculously interesting stuff, whether you're a Mist purist or an electricks enthusiast.

And, if you'll let us toot our own horns a little, everyone in the labs has been working their butts off for our particular presentation on Saturday's leg. Most interesting, in my opinion, will be a demonstration of a couple neat advances in prosthetics from our biomimetics division. Not anything we'll be seeing in the public domain for decades, unfortunately, but that's all the more reason to come take a look, isn't it?

(Yes, there will be free food.)

[THIEVES GUILD.]
Been an awful past week, but our bit of the tenements ought to be back in full swing by next weekend, pending updates from Mr. Wilde. If you didn't take advantage of the interim chaos or if you've gotten behind the new Ajora, I don't know what to do with you. Sewers activity's looking up as well, now that the EKP has some new bones to pick. Look forward to updates from Ms. Lionward.

Conversely, keep your heads low in the RLD. Conti's being dealt with, as will be anyone who crosses Guild interests.

That said, you know the drill. Information, updates, proposals: filter as appropriate.

It appears fate has a grudge against commerce and prosperity in this city.

[Cassuls]
I was down in the tenement district when the riots broke out. Are you both in good health?

[Euphie]
Are you and your family alright?

[ FG. ]
My mother outbaked herself once again, so if anyone would like cinnamon oatmeal cookies, I'm dropping a tray of them off at Ringwyrm. I even promise none of them are burned.

[ PEONY. ]
Sorry it's been a while since I let you know how the little one was doing, though he's not really that little anymore. He and my sister are practically made for each other, and he follows her everywhere. He'll wait in the window when she leaves the house like a dog waiting for his owner to return. It's sweet.

In any case, how are you and mama cat?

[ PYR. ]
Hey, you. Been practicing any shooting lately?

[ EUPHIE. ]
I'll cash in that rain check for drinks if you're willing.

[ WIL. ]
I'm not sure I ever thanked you for letting me come on the Garuda hunt, so thanks.

I'm aware this is potentially bad timing, but perhaps it's the best of timing if we're all about to be overrun by tidal waves of the undead...! Are there any mages out there who'll work on commission for some specialty work? I have the magicite stones required, I simply need them to be embedded into metal. It's a bit of a delicate job.


[KIERNAN]
Surely, the word on the street must be incorrect. Are you truly hankering to give up the bachelor life? Oh, tell me it isn't so. Was it our last flirtation with death that did it?

[CIAN]
So that we're very clear on what I should and should not listen to while I'm at the roulette tables in a tenements speakeasy: you, with a holy knight?

[NATE]
Darling, with times the way they are, I've a few more requests of you.

[EUPHEMIA]
I know this was a bit of a test run, but stellar work on these cards by your father. My thanks to him. And the payment will be along shortly, now that I've seen the final product.

So I'm sick of my old man's moaning and complaining, enough that I'm putting out a call for the cheapest best white mage that Emillion can cough up on my budget. You got any suggestions, let me know. I've been trying a few herbs from the market but they're not cutting it so I guess it's time for some good, ole-fashioned magic.

Hi Stormy.

[FILTER: Riyeko, Amy, Seloria, Cressida, Ari]

So ladies, I think a girl's night out is in order. I'm thinking drinks and maybe some karaoke. None of you are allowed to say no.

[FILTER: Almalexia]

Say, can I ask you a question? [.....] It's nothing serious!!! It's just about cookies.

[FILTER: Azalea]

You find any news on the orphanage thing? Or someone that'll take these kids in, at least? We're running short on

[FILTER: Kurtz]

I got a present. It's for Cybelle, not you.

[Reinholdt, Lea]

Got some patrol schedules for you. Sewers, docks, some bazaar.

[Fee]

Still interested in those fucking zombies? I might have something to trade.

[Aud]

I heard about [..................] You all recovered now, tiny?

[Nate]

Gonna be late Thursday night. Plan on nine.

[Euphie]

I believe I promised a night out. How does your weekend look, sugar?

Fair warning, it looks as if a trade cart's been upended near the mouth of the Bazaar. Expect traffic to be congested for at least an hour. Assuming no one seeks to make things worse, which inevitably they will.

Relatedly, try to be on the watch for stray cabbages.

[DRAKE.]

Having fun yet, are you? It's time we catch up with our game of "good news/bad news", dear, go ahead and take your first pick.

Does anybody know a good place where you can [...] I don't know, sing? I'm talking about karaoke.

[Quen]
Unfortunately, I couldn't find anything on Libra in Braille, but since you said it doesn't have to be in Braille, I do have something that might be useful.

[Ari]
I've found you some poetry books if you're still interested. I've read them too, quite beautiful.

Has anyone else been the subject of strange [...] anonymous gift-giving recently? If not, perhaps someone has an opinion on the book, The Latter Years of Count Orlandeau?

Thanks to everyone who attended the gala. I hope you enjoyed the show as much as we enjoyed putting it on.

[Friends]

Tomorrow starts Hell Week. Aside from festival day - which they tried not to give us off - I'll be scarce.

Damn this headach
This is why I don't drink when I'm work

Does anyone have a recommendation for an apartment in the lower end of the Commoner's District? Say, 500g or cheaper a month, preferably cheaper just so it's enough to get me through the winter months, at least, and just in case my old man's medical bills suddenly get more expensive. I'm in no rush to move in until Libra or Scorpio, so it doesn't have to be available now, either. I can resist spending my reward gil until then, I hope

[...] Also, something that's furnished with at least a bed would be preferred.

[Lea]

Beautifully done last night, my dear! ♥

[Ari]

Mee-yow indeed. ;)

[Public]

I was reading a book, once, about a person who got really hurt. Big, bleeding hole on their shoulder, on the side with the hand they use to write with. They used, like, five potions on it, and never went to get it fixed up at a white mage because they were too stubborn.

[…] I never got to the end of the book. I dropped it in the river, and can't remember the name of it. Does anyone know how that book would have ended? I mean, if the person never went to get treated.

Does anyone know how to get a chainsaw sharpened?

( Azalea ((- Because this is long)). )

[Peony.]
I hope the Council hasn't been too crazy since everything. Let me know if we're still on for dinner this week. <3

[The Captain!]
I didn't really get a chance to thank you for taking me up with you in all of that, so, thank you! And do you want to come to dinner tomorrow night with Peony, myself and maybe some others? I'm a good cook! I promise!

[Cormac.]
We need to test the spell expansion system again. I'm pretty sure it won't set you on fire this time!

[Nate.]
Watch out for Ratchet! He's been sleeping under your stool the past couple nights. I think he misses you, and do you want to come to dinner tomorrow night?

Hair's closed for a few days.

FILTERED TO AZALEA, RIYEKO.

Need your help, if you two aren't laid up in bed.

FILTERED TO SQUIRES.

Got a job for you lot.

Hell of a town, I'll give it that.

[FKT]
How fucked up did you get? And do either of you need anything?

[Banes]
I should be back tomorrow. What about you?

[Cian]
[.....] Any suggestions on where to go in RLD?

This bloody woman will not let me even leave the bed! Really, I'm more than fine, and I'll live. Plus there are things to be done and stuff to be had. And now there's a bloody thing attacking the bloody city again (something maybe I should investigate). Yet I am here, attached to a bed, and somehow incapable of even stepping out of it lest that woman come and disrupt me. A sixth sense, one I really should study in order to find a way to get around it.

A note, as I believe this might prove relevant to public interest. The bakery on Rue Lainerie has recently decided to reassess their current overall pricing, as I suspect their previous calculations of daily output and obtainable profits were far less efficient than those today.

[Storm.]

May I ask if you enjoy pastries?

[THIEVES GUILD.]

You've had a week. Information, go.

If sensitive, filter to me or the council, as per.

[ALL COUNCILS.]

I think I can speak for the city when I say that I am grateful for your swift & competent responses to the recent debacle. Should you require it, please let me know how the Bards Guild & myself can assist.

[FRIENDS.]

Checking in, sweethearts.

[OFELIA ZHOU.]

I don't get paid enough for this.

[EUPHEMIA SEURLE.]

Hey there, lady. How are the kids?