Maya's Journal
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_Now that Robyn Jahnsdotter has passed into the mists of Narfell history, I thought I would focus my attentions on Maya. I've never truly given this character the attention she deserves, which is a pity. I feel that despite her simplistic view on life, she would have a lot to say. So dear readers, I present to you her journal. You'll have to forgive her lack of grammar and choice of words, as it's taken her quite awhile for her to learn to read.
The opinions expressed in this journal are hers and hers alone. If you don't like what she has to say, argue with her. I'm certainly not going to._
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Thank you for the kind words. I had a great time playing the character.
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Great stuff, awesome portrayal and very glad to cross paths IC with this character.
Patiently awaits the time when he shall be able to sit with a cigar in front of the fire and read this in the long twilight of the icelace winter months
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Sniff Sniff :*)
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tears at the loss of another great "old age" narf character
so few left nowā¦even from Oat's time.
Glad she met the type of end you intended for her. I will miss seeing her about.
pats on back
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Spectacularly RP'd character, Wolfhere. I loved reading every single entry in this journal. Shame seeing her go.
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Yes, I've been reading this journal since as far as I can remember finding it. Always a pleasure to read, and Maya will be missed.
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@3abc8edb67=Wykith:
I've transcribed this entire journal, and will bring it IG tonight. My way of honoring one of the most colorful and well played characters Narf has ever seen.
The Champion of Tempus will be greatly missed.
May she rise to fight again, when the land is again in need.
That seriously brought a tear to my eye.
Awesomeā¦totally awesome
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If you'd like, I would love to have a copy of it to be placed within the bardic colleges libraryā¦
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I've transcribed this entire journal, and will bring it IG tonight. My way of honoring one of the most colorful and well played characters Narf has ever seen.
The Champion of Tempus will be greatly missed.
May she rise to fight again, when the land is again in need.
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You've now had two characters pass away that have left a profound affect on Zyphlin and which he will never forget. He will always hope his dear friend is at peaceā¦or in constant glorious combat...at the side of Tempus and that she once more saw the smile of a grey haired bard as he had told her she would. We'll all miss her, but as was previously said, she will never be forgotten.
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A truly amazing character.
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Maya will be missed, but never forgotten.
:drunk: drinks a toast to the memory of Maya
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I'll miss her. She was wonderful, Wolf.
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Blank Pages
_The remaining pages of the journal are unwritten, empty pages full of promises of simple thoughts and dreams, but promises unfulfilled. It is said the journal resided on the desk of Barrim Asbravn for some time, before showing up on Zyphlinās. Later, it was moved to the shelf of some library, a small footnote in the mists of Narfellās history.
It said the warrior of Tempus known as Maya died fighting great evil, but only a few know the true details. All that knew her however, are sure that she now resides with Tempus. It is hoped by those that knew her that her legacy would live on, and that her good and simple heart left impressions on those that remember.
A very few still pause in the commons, and remember the day that Tempus appeared and brought her forth from the heavens. Some of them wonder perhaps, if it will happen again._
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Epilogue
A friend once told me that you knew a characters time had come when they no longer had a story to tell. Iāve played Maya for close to three years now, and I believe that time has come. Uthgar and Tempus always told her she would enter the āHall of Heroesā fighting great evil. On this last day, the day she completely broke down missing Adam, the day she died fighting great evil, I knew it was time.
I would like to personally thank the myriad of DMās and players of Narfell that made this story possible. The concept of a simple warrior, one completely pure of heart, who only understood what her heart told her has appealed to me for many, many years. I was able to create this story with all of your help, and for this I thank you. I hope in some small way, this fictional character touched your heart. For a while, she lived in mine.
Wolfhere
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Entry 73
One thing want to write in journal was have to escort prisoner to Cerulean tower. Many of prisoner was Dwarf mountain person, who was part of riot. They have much concern about how treat by guards, until I offer stay and bring out box of Dolvark Dark. Mood change much then. I also have few bottle of something call bearded ale which not even like smell so not have, but what few bottle I have drink quick by mountain person. Story not end there though.
Was rowdy (is right word?) bunch of people these mountain person. Maya spend many, many hour listen to story, drink much too much ale, and tell story of own. Was person name Gimble Orehammer that make most impression.
He was very old mountain person, and have beard and hair of dirty snow. But one thing Maya know is heart. Gimble still have heart of fire. Could see in eyes. Though body was old and tough like nut, eyes sparkle with each story tell, and was so old that think have more stories than could hear in year of party. Have funny stories, have stories that make blood sing, and have story that bring tear to all eyes in room.
I remember tell him that should go bard college, and everyone in room go quiet and look at me, then all break out laugh like was biggest joke in world. I not try make joke, but was good make all laugh like that.
Eventually Roland come and make me look at records. Was sad to have to go, because was have so much fun. I had to laugh inside when Roland see Maya have too much ale. He purse lips and look all father like.
Is great thing about life. Battle and adventure create story for all to hear. Is part of Tempus not many understand. Dwarf understand.
I understand too.
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Thanks folks. It's comments like these that help me continue to write.
The server in it's current state is as good or better than I've ever seen it. The DM, Dev team, and player community are top notch, and everyone appears interested again. This includes me, someone who almost gave up Narfell for good a few months ago. It's also nice to see some of the old-timers here again, in whatever guise they choose.
Thanks again folks,
Wolfhere / Robyn / Maya / Yolande / ā¦ and a cast of hundreds.
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((I echo Zyphlin's compliment.))
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((This is one of those TBTF entries i keep up with on a regular basis and I just have to say that last entry was one of the best I've ever read. It spoke volumes of the character, what they are going through, how they are, and was masterfully done. Keep them coming as always wolf))
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Entry 71
Iām not sure I like this.
Last night, Shannon DāArneau blessed me with rituals of the Fox and Owl. I see things much clearer now, but knowing I wonāt in a few mere hours leaves wondering.
ā¦wondering which is better.
I have thoughts, ideas for change, reflections on myself Iāve never had before. The rules of trade speech which eluded me for so long seem painfully obvious. I remember being confused over the use of āIā or āmeā, and often just lapsed into using my own name. I realized the voting process in Peltarch is horribly inefficient, and already sent the Herald a letter.
I canāt believe they have three booths, and check and cross reference each name as each person votes. Someone could easily vote three times and it wouldnāt get caught until the Herald checked all the entries from each booth. It would be far better if many punches were created ahead of time, and put into a box. On the day the polls opened, one would be chosen at random. That and its two ābrothersā would be given to the booths, and citizenship papers would be punched when they voted. Not only would it be almost impossible for a person to vote twice, it would create a record for each person when they voted.
Simple, no?
I also wonder about the system of government here. If they want people to represent the people, then there needs to be a way to get rid of a Senator if he does a bad job. Senators are elected for life. If they had to re-run every so often, say 6 to 10 years, then it would be in their best interest to do a good job, or they would find themselves out of a job.
Personally, I think kings are better. One person making a changeā¦makes changes. 9 people arguing over change doesnāt seem productive.
So here I am, wondering when all the blessings Shannon put upon me will end, and I am thinking aboutā¦Shannon.
I had dinner with him last night. I never would have asked before, because I did not see him for who he is. I was blinded by his silence. He speaks volumes with his silence, and I just couldnāt see it. I knew that once this wore off, all my perceptions would change, so I asked him to dinner. I know he has feelings for Arien Ashald, but I found myself wondering how deep they run. If Arien becomes angry with me, then thatās too bad. Sheās going to have to learn to fight for what she wants in life.
I did. Tempus knows, I did.
It takes a man of great self-assurance to be with a woman taller and stronger. Adam was that kind of man. Is Shannon? I fear however, that Shannon will see who I was last night, and not see the real me tomorrow. He will hear the words from last night, and not see the heart in front of him.
Perhaps this is a test for him from Torm., and a test for me from Tempus. Not all battlefields have axes and swords. Some take place in the heart.
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Entry 72
I wake up, and look what I write on last page, and not believe is me. I know is, and remember write, but words not clear.
I always person to think with heart, and not think with head much. I know what is right and wrong because is, and not have to make puzzle of. Think from heart is my strength.
Maybe I have good ideas after blessing. I hope ideas that come from blessing of Torm are good ones. I hope Shannon sees my heart for good heart it is.
I find myself smile when think of Shannon, and hope Shannon smiles too. Is good person who give life to duty and honor. I respect much. Besides is cute, and want to take to tall grassy field and have way with.
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Entry 69
_Maya sits sprawled on the stones behind one of the parapets facing south into the Nars. Columns of smoke rise from the battle, curling eastward with the gentle breeze. Off and on, there is a bright light, and many seconds later the boom from a fireball reaches her ears. Several guardsmen are around her. All looks south anxiously awaiting news of the war.
Several of the guards warily look down at Maya, who has been snappish and moody since the start of the war. Most make snide jokes out of earshot regarding the time of the month, but those that know her nature understand, and simply keep quiet.
She begins by writing ā_
Has been several day since war start, and am stuck here on wall of city, while watch battle from great distance. Was all pack up and ready go with defender, when run into Senator. Was so excite! Then Senator ask where was going.
I say, āTo fight war!ā, and pointed south.
He say, āNoā¦job is hereā
I remember argue some. Tell Senator that was chosen of Tempus. Is here in Nars to fight war and evils for Him. Then he point to all the guards. Say something about soldier be go to war, and is separate from guard. Say that Maya work for Barrim and can arrest like guard. Soldier cannot. Soldiers will fight war. Guards will keep peace, guard gates, and defend city from spy.
I remember curl fist and think would be easy knock little Senator so far into next week, that would need calendar and seer with crystal ball to find, but not want spend war in jail either.
If senator ever run for office again, think will spend entire pouch of gold for big campaign say is idiot.
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Entry 70
We win war. Yay.
People much celebrate, but I not feel like. Instead, I spend many day inside shrine of Tempus and ask one question.
Why?
