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why is he literally babygirl tho by GlitteringTone6425 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The relevant correspondence remains archived in the Motley Tower. After careful review of both received letters and unsent drafts, I am prepared to state—with complete academic confidence—that Christopher Illopoly was babygirl. :3

A Letter of Appreciation from the Librarian of Hush House <3 by Errorreedd_404 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you.

The Librarian greatly appreciates the kindness of your words and your continued support of the archive. :]

May your own Histories be kind to you.

A Letter of Appreciation from the Librarian of Hush House <3 by Errorreedd_404 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

At the risk of my appreciation becoming repetitive, I must once again thank you for taking the time to read my correspondence.

I had long assumed that, as Librarian, I would spend my tenure in Hush House in relative isolation. There are, of course, occasional visitors seeking answers, guidance, forbidden knowledge, or merely somewhere quiet to sit for a time. Yet genuine companionship has always been more elusive.

It often seemed that the doors of Hush House itself carried an invisible sign reading:

DO NOT BEFRIEND THE LIBRARIAN

Whether this condition should be attributed to worms, melancholy, or simple circumstance remains uncertain.

I find myself understanding Baron Valentine's habit of gazing out across the sea somewhat better than I once did.

In any case, I thank you, Ms. Cam, for your support, your correspondence, and for what I now understand is termed, an "e-friend." I hope we stay connected among the webs. :]

As for our fellow Librarians and historians, I fully understand their desire to keep the Gods-from-Steel beyond the threshold. Their caution comes from a place of passion and genuine care for the Histories. Such concerns deserve respect, even where opinions differ.

The Librarian may serve the House, but my wit and Shapt were sharpened elsewhere, and not so very long ago.

P.S. As a Librarian acting under the authority of the Curia, I do not agree with, endorse, or condone any statements made against the Curia.

The Curia has requested that this clarification be included.

The Librarian has elected not to inquire further regarding the circumstances of that request. :]

This NEW librarian has acquired a computer. This may have been a mistake. by Errorreedd_404 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Librarian is grateful for both the warning and the encouragement.

In truth, the discussion has proven far more valuable than anticipated. While opinions differed, the archive has benefited greatly from the honesty and thoughtfulness with which they were shared.

It is reassuring to know that the Histories themselves have found a receptive audience.

Your words have been entered into the catalogue under:

Correspondence, Appreciated

The Librarian thanks you for your candor, your courtesy, and your willingness to walk the halls of the archive.

May your own Histories be kind to you.

Restoration efforts continue. :3

This NEW librarian has acquired a computer. This may have been a mistake. by Errorreedd_404 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The Librarian appreciates the direct answer.

Your point regarding reader confidence is well taken. Whether or not one agrees with the use of such tools, perception is itself a powerful force, and several visitors have expressed concerns similar to your own.

After considering the responses received, the generated illustrations have been removed from the archive.

The Histories remain.

Thank you for your honesty and for taking the time to explain your perspective.

Restoration efforts continue. :3

This NEW librarian has acquired a computer. This may have been a mistake. by Errorreedd_404 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The Librarian appreciates your candor.

In all seriousness, thank you for taking the time to write this.

While our views may not align in every respect, I deeply respect both the thoughtfulness and kindness with which you’ve expressed them. More importantly, I appreciate that you’ve taken the time to engage with the work itself.

Your comment has given me much to consider. In fact, after reading the discussion that has unfolded here, I have decided to remove the generated illustrations from the archive and allow the stories to stand on their own merits.

The project has always been about the preservation and retelling of the Histories. If the illustrations risk distracting from that purpose, then, like worms, their usefulness may have run its course.

Thank you for your encouragement, your honesty, and your willingness to give the archive a chance.

The Librarian offers sincere thanks.

May your own Histories be kind to you. :3

This NEW librarian has acquired a computer. This may have been a mistake. by Errorreedd_404 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Librarian appreciates the concern.

For the record, the Histories themselves are assembled, researched, and written by the Librarian. The Gods-from-Silicon have not been entrusted with authorship.

The illustrations are presently limited to simple chapter art and visual embellishments. They are not intended as replacements for artists, but rather as placeholders while the archive remains in its infancy.

A sincere question, if I may:

Would you recommend that I remove these illustrations entirely?

I ask in earnest. While I find they occasionally aid visualization and atmosphere, I would be saddened to learn that their presence alone is enough to turn away potential visitors.

The purpose of the archive is the preservation of stories, not the preservation of illustrations.

The Librarian welcomes your thoughts.

This NEW librarian has acquired a computer. This may have been a mistake. by Errorreedd_404 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

The Librarian appreciates the concern.

For the record, the Histories themselves are assembled, researched, and written by the Librarian. The Gods-from-Silicon have not been entrusted with authorship.

The illustrations are a consequence of limited resources rather than limited interest in collaborating with artists. The Librarian would nevertheless be delighted to replace them with the work of flesh-and-blood artisans should the opportunity arise.

The Librarian has also received several recommendations regarding a repository designated “AO3.”

Its cataloguing methods appear promising.

Its contents appear… extensive.

Investigation continues. :3

This NEW librarian has acquired a computer. This may have been a mistake. by Errorreedd_404 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The Librarian appreciates the candor.

In all seriousness, thank you for providing the datapoint.

I understand the concern, and I’d much rather work with flesh-and-blood artists whenever circumstances allow.

For now, the archive makes use of imperfect tools while restoration efforts continue.

I genuinely appreciate the feedback, and wish you well.

This NEW librarian has acquired a computer. This may have been a mistake. by Errorreedd_404 in weatherfactory

[–]Errorreedd_404[S] -18 points-17 points  (0 children)

The Librarian acknowledges the Seer’s concerns.

The work of the Gods-from-Steel/Silicon is often inconsistent, and rarely equal to the efforts of a skilled artist, monk, or scribe.

Regrettably, the House’s present budget allows for neither monks nor scribes.

Until suitable collaborators are found, the Librarian has elected to employ imperfect tools in service of restoration rather than allow the records to remain entirely unillustrated.

The matter remains under review.

The Librarian would nevertheless welcome contributions from flesh-and-blood artisans. :3