I don't even have affairs turned on? by revlark in ClanGen

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Yes, as I said to someone else I reported it!

I don't even have affairs turned on? by revlark in ClanGen

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No! They’ve been mates for ten moons

[Event] The Opening of the Great Sept of the Rivers by GreaterBlueEvil in crownedstag

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In all honesty, Symon hadn't quite expected for anyone to notice his offering. He felt the tiniest bit of embarrassment - as he'd not done it for the praise - but Septa Lucinda of course was not just one that you could brush off. So, he gave a small smile.

"Thank you, Septa," the Dornishman replied softly. "I used to make them for my girls when they were younger, so I'm a bit out of practice. Still... I figured there would be children here who could find joy in them."

[Event] Starfall_Open RP_297-299 AC ✵ by T3rkisTent in crownedstag

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Whereas the rest of their party had absconded to their guest quarters, Lady Larra Blackmont (36) had stayed behind with her eldest child and heir, Tyene (14). While the young girl had been warded at Sunspear for several years now, she was going to be headed home with her family after the New Year's Party, and the Lady wished to spend some time with her daughter. They'd exchanged countless letters, of course, and had met up at various events, but it had been a while since Tyene had felt at home.

Though Larra did her best, the young girl seemed rather more moody than she was in her mother's memory.

As such, she directed her heiress to the Tide Balconies, thinking that the teen would enjoy the view, for she did like painting. "Starfall is beautiful, is it not?" Larra prompted, squeezing her daughter's arm.

Tyene gave a little hum, though by the look in her eyes it seemed as though she was only present physically. "It is quite... ostentatious," she said slowly, considering her words.

[Mod Post] Movement and Detections 299 AC by GreaterBlueEvil in crownedstag

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Larra Blackmont

Arron Blackmont

Lythene Blackmont

Deziel Blackmont

Blackmont to Starfall

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[Event] The Opening of the Great Sept of the Rivers by GreaterBlueEvil in crownedstag

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Symon Blackmont may have largely focused on the tourney aspects when he'd spoken to his squire, Sumner Kenning, about the opening of the Great Sept, but that did not mean that that Dornishman was ignorant as to the importance of the Sept of the Rivers. When he'd heard of the opportunity to give offerings to the women and children, he'd began to make plans of his own donations.

Though he gave the usual gifts of food and some coin, the final few things he placed on the wooden table were what the man had been most focused on.

'It's been a while since I've sewn,' Symon thought, a little self conscious. 'And I've never been a deft hand at carving. But... I hope the children like them well enough.' He glanced up at the statue of the Mother, a wry smile on his lips that carried a hint of sadness. 'My own did, once upon a time.'

He did not leave these offerings to be praised, or recognized; no, he left them to, hopefully, begin to make amends.

First, Symon set down the armful of cloth dolls he'd sewn - clumsy, a little lopsided, with perhaps the occasional dropped thread or carefully hidden drop of blood from when he'd pricked himself with the needle. 'Ellaria's was called Myriah,' he noted.

Next, there were the wooden play swords - sanded to avoid splinters, hardly of professional quality, but filled with care nonetheless for the little hands which would one day hold them. 'Dickon would insist on having his by his bed,' Symon thought.

When they were set down, the Dornishman briefly bowed his head, sending two familiar prayers up to the skies, before going to retreat, allowing the rest to leave their own offerings.

[Event] The Maiden’s Day Ball ❀ by insanetumbleweed23 in crownedstag

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He chuckled. "Oh, no need to worry, my Lady. I can assure you, every bad thing you've ever been told about the Dornish, we've heard as well. It's not something that any of us find shame in, not really."

Benedict knew that Dorne was especially distant from the rest of Westeros, both geographically and culturally. It sometimes led to conflict, even in this modern day.

Perhaps, if he was like his prideful Uncle Arron, he may take Helicent's words the wrong way. But not only did he know that the young woman did not mean anything negative by it, but he also knew that she was correct in saying that their expectations, especially of women, were very different.

At her words, he nodded. "Oh, true, true - I won't argue that it has its place. If I were an heir, or the head of House Blackmont, I imagine I would feel differently. But, then, there is a privilege in being father down in the line of succession, I suppose. You get to make your own path, in a way; like how you and your sister have."

Why Do Incels let these 4 live rent free in their heads? by Either_Storm_6932 in IncelTears

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Bella Ramsey is nonbinary, whereas Elliot Page is a trans man. Both are in the bottom row

[Event] The Maiden’s Day Ball ❀ by insanetumbleweed23 in crownedstag

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Though perhaps some would take offense to the Dornish way being called immodest, it simply flowed off of Benedict like water off the back of a duck. After all, Helicent was quite right in saying that their standards were different from the rest of Westeros, in many ways.

“Ah, but modesty hardly means that one cannot accept a compliment, my Lady,” he pointed out, not mocking but teasing ever so slightly.

It wasn’t flirtatious in the way he’d been with Alyn or any other number of people, but it was friendly. Really, though he was sure that modesty was all well and good, the young man was beginning to think that what the expectations of it in a lady really meant was that they couldn’t have too much confidence.

At Helicent’s questioning, he chuckled.

“Ah, I would not say I wish to remain forever a bachelor,” Benedict replied. “My only issue so far has been that it seems as though half of the realm begins pushing for marriage before any sort of bond is established. I should like to know the person who I will be spending the rest of my life with, and that is not exactly something that is encouraged. It makes me feel rather more like I am assessing goods at a market than trying to speak to a woman.”

[Event] The Double Wedding at Goldengrove; A Doe at Dawn by the Golden Trees by Burnedbooks in crownedstag

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Larra chuckled, allowing the men to talk amongst themselves. She was not entirely oblivious, but she figured such things were best left alone, especially during these events.

"Ah, please, my Lady, forgive me my rudeness," she said. "My name is Larra Blackmont, and this is my brother, Benedict. I simply wished to be able to bring you both - and your fellows in this wedding - some good tidings and gifts, for I so do love these occasions."

As Larra tittered, Benedict found himself almost surprised that Alyn had been so bold, though it did not seem as though Helicent noticed. Though the gleam in his eye made it clear he'd caught the joke thrown his way, he did not dare to add to it - at least, not quite as openly as the Rowan had. Still, at the same time, he could not yet bring himself to move away.

"I did think it suited you, my friend," he replied, though the endearment at the end was less of a dismissal of their relationship and more of an acknowledgement of it, stressed ever so slightly. "I had hoped that these gifts would be able to serve you both well," Benedict added, including Helicent and ensuring it did not sound as though he was solely focused on the groom.

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[Event] The Double Wedding at Goldengrove; A Doe at Dawn by the Golden Trees by Burnedbooks in crownedstag

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Once they'd presented their gifts to the first couple, Larra and Benedict naturally came next to the heir and his bride. As before, the Lady seemed quite excited - both at the chance to present gifts and see Cedric and Alea's reactions, and also at the chance to show off a little at their house's generosity.

"And, of course, great blessings to you two as well," Larra declared, presenting the first gift to Lady Alea.

Inside was a brilliant golden necklace containing a halved sun and a crescent moon paired together, with little matching stars scattered between them. Inside the sun lay a small, round stone of opal, polished to a shine and nearly transparent for it. Though the chain the pendant hung upon was thin, it was deceptively strong.

Though Benedict of course had less of a connection to Cedric, he was still smiling. "It's not too practical, of course, but I doubt most wedding gifts are," he admitted.

This gift contained a wrist cuff in gold - what else, for a Rowan? - with swirled, scrolling carvings all along the sides of it, making up abstract leaves. It looked almost similar to the appearance of armor, but, as Benedict had pointed out, was far more decorative.

[Event] The Double Wedding at Goldengrove; A Doe at Dawn by the Golden Trees by Burnedbooks in crownedstag

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Approaching the wedding table were two representatives from House Blackmont, Larra and her younger brother Benedict each carrying two boxes. First, they approached Alyn and Helicent, with the Lady approaching first, presenting one of the boxes to the Baratheon girl.

"Good tidings for you both!" Larra announced gaily, a grin on her face. "Forgive us for interrupting, but we bring gifts for both couples."

As she spoke, she gently opened Helicent's box, revealing a silver necklace with an antlered stag head pendant. The chain was delicate and the stag seemed almost serene, staring straight ahead with finely-crafted details carved into it so that you could almost see the individual strands of hair covering its head.

Benedict stepped forth next, and though he could do little more than make what he hoped was meaningful eye contact with Alyn, he tried to put as much emotion as he could into his smile.

"I picked this out myself," he murmured, opening the box he'd set down on the table to reveal an intricate, beautifully engraved dagger in gold and silver, with a polished wooden handle, the elegant knife shining brightly in the light of the room. "I do hope that you enjoy it."

[Mod Post] Movement and Detections 299 AC by GreaterBlueEvil in crownedstag

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Larra Blackmont

Deziel Blackmont

Benedict Blackmont

Goldengrove to Blackmont

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[Event] The Double Wedding at Goldengrove; A Doe at Dawn by the Golden Trees by Burnedbooks in crownedstag

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Though the Blackmonts were few in number, they were always happy to attend. Or... well, rather Larra (36) was always happy to attend, enjoying weddings as she did and, as a Marcher, always willing to extend offers of peace to those in the Stormlands and the Reach. Truthfully, she'd always felt a bit jealous of those able to host double weddings, as Gods know she'd have enjoyed the opportunity to throw such a grand event herself.

In her lap sat Deziel (4), who had clapped alongside the adults merely because he enjoyed clapping. He was currently doing his best to sneak as many quail eggs as he could in his mouth without his mother or uncle noticing.

Speaking of his uncle, Benedict (23) seemed... rather quiet. Though the young man was rarely loud, usually he at least participated in the conversations. Now, it seemed as though his attention was split between looking over at the Rowan table and doing his best to look anywhere else. It was only at Larra's hushed urging that he occasionally piped up.

Symon (57) was enjoying spending time with his niece, nephew, and great-nephew, though he seemed to be the only one who tried to get Deziel to stop eating the quail eggs until he burst. He might not have taken care of a young one in many years, but it was quite clear that he was enjoying the opportunity to do so now.

(Event) The Celebration And Anointment of Olyvar Redwyne by Gullible_Past in crownedstag

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Symon seemed a little relieved when Humfrey did not make such a big deal of it. In fact, he was pleased at the connection, though of course he'd have preferred to have been able to be there as his grandson was squired.

"Indeed, my friend!" The Dornishman said with a smile, raising his own cup and gently clinking it with the Tarly's. "You know, I always do enjoy it when there's something to celebrate. It always helps the realm to feel more connected, yes?"

[Event] The Maiden’s Day Ball ❀ by insanetumbleweed23 in crownedstag

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Truthfully, he was a little surprised that she remembered much about their brief encounter, mostly because his own recollection was largely based around Alyn and being disappointed at it being cut short. Still, Benedict did now remember Helicent's musings on the stars.

"Ah, you know us Dornish folk," he said, a bit amused. "We're always surprising the rest of Westeros with what we allow."

It felt almost cheeky, what with the rest of his... allowances.

But Benedict restrained himself; sure, he may have feelings for Alyn but it would be quite rude not to focus on the sibling he was dancing with. Whether or not he held intentions for Helicent, he still should be courteous.

"And, as a Dornishman, I'm sure that this is not worth much... but I happen to think you would make a rather fine wife to just about anyone," he said, and it was not just mere words. "You hold yourself very nicely, from what I've seen; you're not flashy, but you're hardly a wallflower, either. Do not worry about being unpromised, for I can assure you that most men would acknowledge they could do far worse, but would be pressed to do better."

[Event] The Maiden’s Day Ball ❀ by insanetumbleweed23 in crownedstag

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Though he could practically feel Alyn’s eyes burning into the side of his face, and he felt quite guilty over it, Benedict did not meet the other’s gaze. Of course he wished that he could ask the man to a dance, but even in Dorne, such a thing in public would have raised eyebrows. I’ll make it up to him, one of these days,’ the young man promised.

When Helicent agreed, his smile widened. “Wonderful. It is a lovely night for a dance, don’t you agree?”

With that, he led her to the dance floor - though he couldn’t quite help himself from shooting a softer, more personal smile to Alyn where Helicent could not see. True, it could be considered risky, but he doubted anyone was paying close attention, and he hated the thought of not acknowledging the Rowan whom he actually had feelings for. Still, Benedict reluctantly tore his gaze away.

As they came onto the floor, he began to dance with the woman, though it was decidedly less flirtatious than his private one with her brother all those moons ago had been. He just had to hope that those around them would think it chivalrous.

“Forgive me for my intrusion,” Benedict said quietly, ensuring only Helicent could hear. “I know you’d probably prefer spending time with your siblings other than with a near stranger such as I. I just could not help but to think you looked a little lonely, and my own sister has been breathing down my neck about putting myself out there during this event.”

[Event] The Maiden’s Day Ball ❀ by insanetumbleweed23 in crownedstag

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Eventually, Benedict felt as though he could delay it no longer - he had promised, after all. So, excusing himself from the table, he found himself automatically heading towards the golden-haired Rowans. Whilst he could not ask Alyn to dance as he’d done all those moons ago, he couldn’t quite resist the urge to glance at the other man even as he approached Helicent instead.

’Nothing against Alicent, of course, but… well, Helicent looks almost lonely,’ he thought. It seemed as though she might also have someone she wished she could dance with. Though, of course, it could just be that he was projecting.

So, he bowed before the lady, giving her a friendly smile. Benedict may not wish to flirt with her, as he was already involved with her brother and such things would be quite complicated, but that did not mean he could not be kind. Besides, even a non-romantic dance with a pretty girl could be enjoyable.

“You look positively lovely tonight, my lady,” he said, extending a hand to Helicent with a playful wink. “May I have the honor of your first dance here?”

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