Matters Of Introduction

[tis_disapproval]

And so, dear readers, I embark upon further adventure amidst what can only be surmised, from your own various writings, as incompetence, foolery and opportunity for murder...

All in all, I think I shall feel rather at home.

In the course of writing this, however, 'twould be considerate for me to make of myself an introduction, no? To that end, you may know me as Morrigan. A name which, so I am told, will mean precious little to you - and be thankful for it, lest you wish to live by aimless superstition.

I am also told you know nothing of the Chantry, Templars or the like. That you've mages who've the good sense to remain free of authority's shackles. In this, I am sure we would find agreement, for subjugation is no fertile soil for the nurturing of empowerment.

I admit, being summoned by the title of... Warden will take a little getting used to. In truth, I would prefer this not to be the case, if this can be helped. It has a very particular association in my world. A profession I would prefer not to be thought of as being part of, even if once aligned with.

This shall be the end of my use for quill and paper, I think, for now.

'Tis a most unusual place, indeed...

Comments

[tis_disapproval]

Oh, to inform you of that would serve little purpose, aside from inducing superstition and fear... Especially should you know of Flemeth.

And I think you do not.

[feverprophecy.livejournal.com]

No, you know what? Keep your two cent mystique, it's cool. Better than inducing superstition and fear among the ignorant peasants of the Barge.

[tis_disapproval]

Oh? And what would you have me believe as to significance of my name? Do I wound you by a reluctance to write tales of woe and adventure? Are you seized by fascination as to some sordid, imagined past?

Or perhaps you have something more specific for me to address...?

[feverprophecy.livejournal.com]

It's called conversation, lady. Occasionally I try to have some in this place, though why I bother, I don't have a goddamn clue anymore.

No, no. We're good.

[tis_disapproval]

The past is of little consequence to my duties here. While I am sure that, where you come from, people are only too willing to divulge their life histories at a moment's notice, I feel no great compulsion to relate my own to a complete stranger.

Especially when that very past may grant you need to judge me.

You speak of my name, say it has meaning and then hide your words in shadow... 'Tis a most curious thing.

[feverprophecy.livejournal.com]

Most people here don't even know my name. I didn't ask for your history, I asked for the meaning of your name where you come from. I can tell you what it means where I come from if you really want, but I'm not sure it's worth the effort. Conversation usually has a certain give and take to it.

[tis_disapproval]

For one who claims to seek sociable interaction, you possess a remarkable capacity for aggression... Politeness, rather than lecturing, will take you far.

[feverprophecy.livejournal.com]

You asked me a question — more than one, in fact — and I answered them.

Believe me, you haven't seen anything aggressive yet.

[tis_disapproval]

'Tis not a wise course of action, to threaten me so... Am I to take this as your intention?

[feverprophecy.livejournal.com]

What threat? This definitely says a lot more about you than me. Guess I learned something anyway.

[tis_disapproval]

Of course it does... Warning me of not yet knowing from your aggression is a peaceful token, indeed.

[feverprophecy.livejournal.com]

It's a fact: I've done nothing aggressive toward you yet. Saying so is especially appropriate given our environment and our respective roles here.

Do you really want to continue wrangling about this?

[tis_disapproval]

Save for your manner of phrasing, hmm?

But let us not squabble. 'Tis a foolish use of time.