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The Call of the Balance
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Garret was born named Galahad Artemis, older brother of Sefrino Artemis, and successor to the original noble house of Artemis, now united as the house of Artemesia.
  
Roleplay from Garret Artemesia  (2 hours, 57 minutes ago) January 4, 2009
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After leaving his home in the East Continent to pursue his own fortunes in the Far East, where he hoped his hard work would bring him glory, he found his world suddenly shattered, literally, into several pieces when Lasanar split apart. Believing the Duke of Akanos' words, Garret gave his support to Esorp Motab, but due to an infiltrator's actions, both he and Esorp were wounded, and Halcyon [[Jazuma Family|Jazuma]] weaseled his way into the throne, proclaiming himself emperor. Esorp managed to appoint Garret as the Baron of Upasael, and soon afterward Halcyon exchanged Upasael to the remnants of Lasanar. As the sole inhabitant of Upasael for two weeks, Garret managed to maintain Upasael in good condition, and acquired the Silver Shield off a freeman. Within another week, Garret received a letter from Jared about a land to the west, yet untamed. Seeking to start anew, Garret took a ship to Dwilight.
Message sent to everyone in the region Huanghai (7 recipients)
 
  
A stirring in the brush made the horses start. The two riders were already wary of monster attacks, and immediately drew their weapons, but only a middle-aged woman donned in a tattered brown cloak stepped forward from the brush.
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He arrived in Shadovar, where he lived quietly, going abroad to do trade, and mapping the western lands still covered under darkness. He sought not fame or riches, only a chance to work hard as he had hoped to do in Lasanar. But once more that would change when Mathias Ridder called forth a rebellion in Shadovar based on the frivolous reasoning that Dictator Edelstein Greenburie wrongfully banned Katayanna Ogren for being part of the rebellion. It turned out that Katayanna was, in fact, a true rebel, and Mathias had been planning a rebellion from the start. His crony Yoruk Bronzeweasel called a fake movement into Nebel to clear the capital of Port Nebel, and so the rebels managed to usurp power. Interestingly enough, within days Mathias ousted Duke ConDoin of Port Raviel, and was struck by a lightning bolt for the act. He also called for the disposal of Marquis Bronzeweasel, the very agent he used to secure his rebellion. How fitting for the "Scarlet Emperor" to quickly take the opportunity to stain himself scarlet with the blood of his enemies and his subordinates.
  
"You." Said Garret.
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Garret moved east, to the desert, with an intense feeling of hatred, and an understanding that one day, he would live to see Mathias fall, to see the degeneration of Katayanna, and to return in an ironic twist of fate with the true dictator Edelstein. However, while he lay exhausted in the Desert of Silhouettes, a trio of lights appeared to him, becalming his spirits. He followed those stars, to the plains of Morek.
  
The woman inclined her head to look Garret in the eyes. "Galahad, how are you faring in these lands?"
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In time, Garret learned to understand the subtle pulls of the Trinity on his being. Eventually, he came to understand, and he did as he knew was right. He forgave his enemies, even if he did not forget. And from that moment on, he lived life looking forward, never bothered even when forced to look back.
  
"I'm getting rather impatient at playing the smoke without a fire to be honest," replied Garret.
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*[[Artemesia_Family/Garret_Artemesia_Research|Garret's Fancy]]
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*[[Artemesia_Family/Garret/Call_of_Balance|Call of the Balance]]
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*[[Artemesia_Family/Garret/Donghaiwei_Reflection|A Moment's Reflection in Donghaiwei]]
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*[[Artemesia_Family/Garret/Tale_of_the_Five|Tale of the Five]]
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*[[Artemesia_Family/Jeherad/Diary_of_Night|Jeherad's Twilit Diary of Night]]
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*[[Artemesia_Family/Hounds_of_Heaven|The Hounds of Heaven]]
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*[[Artemesia Family/Garret/Treatise Letters|Commentary on Treatise Letters]]
  
She smiled. "Yes, pateience, Galahad. The whispers take time to create a symphony. But ironically, the time is moving ever steadily towards the balance."
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Titles held and/or currently holding:
  
Captain Dietmund looked confused. "Sir Garret, what is going--" He was cut off by Garret's raised hand.
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*Knight of Larodais<br>
 
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*Baron of Upasael<br>
"Dietmund, scout on ahead. I will rejoin you in a while."
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*Knight of Nebel<br>
 
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*Knight of Port Raviel<br>
The captain nodded his acceptance of the noble's orders, and rode forward.
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*Knight of Cailyn<br>
 
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*Asterion of Aquilegia<br>
"Now, Asara, or Cielle, or Bai Yan, whatever you call yourself nowadays, what are you talking to me for? If this has anything to do with what I think--"
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*Knight of Flowrestown<br>
 
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*Fiduciary of Aquilegia (Temporary substitute)<br>
"It does." Replied the woman.
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*Knight of Turbul<br>
 
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*Viscount of Turbul<br>
Garret laughed. "So then ask that hermit to do whatever you're asking me to do. It should be enough that I have been the drums from the west taht announce not the army approaching from the east."
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*Viscount of Tranquil<br>
 
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*Knight of Tranquil<br>
"You do like your nonpoetic metaphors, do you not, young Galahad?" The woman said this less like a question and more as a statement.
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*Kalos Kagathos of Aquilegia<br>
 
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*Arbiter of Aquilegia<br>
Garret shrugged.
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*Duke of Flowrestown<br>
 
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*Viscount of Fatexna<br>
The woman continued, "You agreed to the Trial by Swords when you entered the Alley of Swords. You know that you cannot renege on your contract. As such, when the call of the Balance rises beyond the twilight, where neither the Stars nor the Darkness is most powerful, you agreed to volunteer as a faithful agent."
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*Sponsor of the Covenant of Phantoms of Aquilegia<br>
 
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*Marshal of the Covenant of Phantoms of Aquilegia<br>
"So...I did...What of it? Do you want me to turn my back to the Bloodstars? To wage war against the light as well as the dark?" Garret angrily growled at the woman.
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*Knight of Rettlewood<br>
 
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*Brother Furiens of Ordenstaat<br>
She did not react any differently, save for the all-knowing smile. "We are not asking you to be antagonistic. The way that this conflict must be resolved is through harmony."
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*Duke of Rettleville<br>
 
 
"I think that a rather difficult proposition to ask of people when it comes to politics."
 
 
 
"Galahad, whatever made you think the Balance concerned itself with the workings of mortal men? If you truly believe we came to you today for the limited and insignificant workings of your human endeavors, then we must question how you managed to pass through the test of the Alley."
 
 
 
Garret stared intently at the woman. "I don't think any of this concerns me. I'm just another man, like you and the hermit said so clearly to me the first time I stepped into your...place of worship. I think the exact words were, 'You are man, made of flesh and thought. Many have walked before you on this path; many beyond you will walk this path.' And so, you can find someone else to do whatever you want. I have some monster hunting to do soon."
 
 
 
"Galahad, unassuming, nondescript, average, nothing special. The exceptional are found at the extremes. Do you see where this is going?"
 
 
 
"I see, woman, or...whatever you are."
 
 
 
The woman continued, "The time of the past rulers is nearing. West, and towards the east. What do you humans call them? Daimons, dragons, giants? We are rather ignorant of your terms, for we have had different names for our ancient contemporaries."
 
 
 
Garret continued nodding absently, "Yes, yes. But what has it got to do with me?"
 
 
 
She smiled. The sounds of a few Warders could be heard approaching, and Garret turned his head to see that some of their banners were visible over the plains. When he turned around, she was gone.
 
 
 
 
 
Roleplay from Garret Artemesia  (just sent) January 4, 2009
 
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"Here, as well?" yelled a disbelieving Garret, in a small corner of the busy Caiyun town.
 
 
 
She smiled. "You were not present at the battle in Shomrak."
 
 
 
Garret brushed past her angrily. "I had one man, Dietmund, and no gold. There was no reason to go on a meaningless sacrifice."
 
 
 
She continued to smile. "Perhaps you are beginning to understand what it is the Balance asks of you."
 
 
 
Garret did not look back. He just continued walking towards the town center.
 
 
 
"Galahad, of legend you were the unstoppable knight, whose abilities trumped his father, the former legend of his time. Are you worth your name?"
 
 
 
When Garret finally turned back, there was no one there.
 

Latest revision as of 20:08, 4 May 2012

Garret was born named Galahad Artemis, older brother of Sefrino Artemis, and successor to the original noble house of Artemis, now united as the house of Artemesia.

After leaving his home in the East Continent to pursue his own fortunes in the Far East, where he hoped his hard work would bring him glory, he found his world suddenly shattered, literally, into several pieces when Lasanar split apart. Believing the Duke of Akanos' words, Garret gave his support to Esorp Motab, but due to an infiltrator's actions, both he and Esorp were wounded, and Halcyon Jazuma weaseled his way into the throne, proclaiming himself emperor. Esorp managed to appoint Garret as the Baron of Upasael, and soon afterward Halcyon exchanged Upasael to the remnants of Lasanar. As the sole inhabitant of Upasael for two weeks, Garret managed to maintain Upasael in good condition, and acquired the Silver Shield off a freeman. Within another week, Garret received a letter from Jared about a land to the west, yet untamed. Seeking to start anew, Garret took a ship to Dwilight.

He arrived in Shadovar, where he lived quietly, going abroad to do trade, and mapping the western lands still covered under darkness. He sought not fame or riches, only a chance to work hard as he had hoped to do in Lasanar. But once more that would change when Mathias Ridder called forth a rebellion in Shadovar based on the frivolous reasoning that Dictator Edelstein Greenburie wrongfully banned Katayanna Ogren for being part of the rebellion. It turned out that Katayanna was, in fact, a true rebel, and Mathias had been planning a rebellion from the start. His crony Yoruk Bronzeweasel called a fake movement into Nebel to clear the capital of Port Nebel, and so the rebels managed to usurp power. Interestingly enough, within days Mathias ousted Duke ConDoin of Port Raviel, and was struck by a lightning bolt for the act. He also called for the disposal of Marquis Bronzeweasel, the very agent he used to secure his rebellion. How fitting for the "Scarlet Emperor" to quickly take the opportunity to stain himself scarlet with the blood of his enemies and his subordinates.

Garret moved east, to the desert, with an intense feeling of hatred, and an understanding that one day, he would live to see Mathias fall, to see the degeneration of Katayanna, and to return in an ironic twist of fate with the true dictator Edelstein. However, while he lay exhausted in the Desert of Silhouettes, a trio of lights appeared to him, becalming his spirits. He followed those stars, to the plains of Morek.

In time, Garret learned to understand the subtle pulls of the Trinity on his being. Eventually, he came to understand, and he did as he knew was right. He forgave his enemies, even if he did not forget. And from that moment on, he lived life looking forward, never bothered even when forced to look back.

Titles held and/or currently holding:

  • Knight of Larodais
  • Baron of Upasael
  • Knight of Nebel
  • Knight of Port Raviel
  • Knight of Cailyn
  • Asterion of Aquilegia
  • Knight of Flowrestown
  • Fiduciary of Aquilegia (Temporary substitute)
  • Knight of Turbul
  • Viscount of Turbul
  • Viscount of Tranquil
  • Knight of Tranquil
  • Kalos Kagathos of Aquilegia
  • Arbiter of Aquilegia
  • Duke of Flowrestown
  • Viscount of Fatexna
  • Sponsor of the Covenant of Phantoms of Aquilegia
  • Marshal of the Covenant of Phantoms of Aquilegia
  • Knight of Rettlewood
  • Brother Furiens of Ordenstaat
  • Duke of Rettleville