This is the private journal of Orlando, not to be released until his demise.

Preface

I don't recall much of my childhood, but I know that I was found roaming about the woods near Vesper by a local fisherman. He and his wife gave me shelter, but I never felt that they were my family.
I grew up in the docks, helping in the fishing and watching all the travellers that come and go. Good times, those spent with the girls and the adventurers at the inn. I really didn't do much until one day when a strange feeling seized me.
It was like a calling, but I was unsure where to go. I left the town and started looking for my destiny, I suppose.
Much different was the rest of the country, dangerous. Wherever I'd go things were trying to kill me, and, for much surprise of mine, I was more in tune with the sword than I ever supposed. I quickly could overcome the creatures that roam the woods.
My travels took me to Trinsic, during the Moot, where I was hoping for some fun and relaxation. This was where I met Sir Fargo and Lady Jade Bastet who was in need of someone to aid in some tasks.
I agreed.

Dec 27, 2006

I've finnaly found something.
Sir Fargo as agreed to take me, and continue to teach me the way of the sword, and I've been accepted into the House of Tremere.
I feel this as a great responsability and that some expectations are put uppon me, but I fear not the future. I was given the task, from lady Jade Bastet, to aid the young (and restless) Nyx Sahrs whit her duties.
Although my new standing, I'm still far from feeling the peace I once felt, still looking...

Jan 1, 2007

Things were shaky tonight.
As lady Jade requested the services from some dubious woman, a couple of thugs decide to run wild in the town. The Trinsic guards seemed not able to control them. Foolishly, Augustus tried to interveen, bringing unwanted attention. We should not meedle in others affairs, especially when they seem not to care how the outcome will afect bystanders. I was able to refrain myself, and, luckily, they left us for the guards and Augustus was unarmed. I later find out they were friends of our 'hired help' and was glad that we didn't engaged them, since that could have proved harmful to mylady's endeavour.
After this little turmoil, I was able to see to Nyx's progress. She is doing quite well. I see great promises in all that energy.

Jan 3, 2007

I felt my confidence reassured when Fargo praised me, after I'd briefed him about the recent events. Lady Jade was also impressed with my perfomance and, to my surprise, reinforced her trust in me by sharing her family secrets, saying I have proven myself as part of the family.
I must confess that there is something that makes me feel unconfortable, something about their stance and possessions, but lady Jade's presence has a way to gentle my apprehension. For sure her dealings in magic distaste me, but I don't feel threaten by them.
Nonetheless, I eagerly expect my next assignment.

Jan 13, 2007

Preparations are on the way to retrieve lady Jades book.
Shadow Court has agreed to help, but I feel that it will be not enough. We will see.
My training progresses well, I hope to be ready when the time comes. Now, with the help of Valandil, I'll be able to tune my skills better. Nyx is also advancing further, but she needs attention. She's not at peace at that could put her in danger. I will not quit on her.

Jan 23, 2007

I did it.
Get myself tangled up in a very nice knot. As if my training wasn't enough and the usual tasks I have to complete for lady Jade, I have now decided to embark in a personal quest. After encountering my friend Jack, a former Royal Guard, he advised me to seek out this elven lady, Gwen Irma, who seems to be an authority on the subject of the Virtues and also to seek out the Chamber of Virtues.
I feel this path will lead me to what I seek.

Feb 3, 2007

My insight on the Virtues sarted helping me clear my mind.
But destiny intervene again and casted a mist over my path. I could have remained alone with my feelings, but she tried me and I could no longer hold them down. What will become of this? I fear not for me, but more for the ones I care, especially her...
My path is unclear again, I can no longer accept the gift that was offered to me and that will certainly spell hard times, but I'll remain loyal to the family.
It's my debt...

Feb 5, 2007

*very shaky writing, almost indecipherable*

This ordeal is proving more painfull than expected. It would be unbearable if I didn't believed it to be true. I saw this path cleary marked ahead of me, only where it leds remains shadowy.
Her eyes soothe my pain, but I am restless. I have to gather all remnant of my strenght to prevent this hunger to come over me.

Feb 15, 2007

All I hear is screams and cries. I feel so numb I don't even know if I'm awake or asleep. Ever since Jack revelead me the possibilty that my family was slaugthered in Yew, this nightmares have been harassing me. I've searched throughout Yew and found very little evidence of this Vaughan family. I have yet to question the monks in the Abbey. They surely will have records.
These revelations will certainly seal my fate.

Feb 24, 2007

I feel much better today. Altough weak, I had the first good night sleep in many weeks. I was too long apart from my friends and family and now I must reunite with them again.
But first I must settle this matter of the Vaughan. I questioned the monks in the Abbey but no more information could they give that I didn't allready know. I then had a thought... what if they were in the other Abbey? It coud be.
From Britain I started my journey in the darkest side of our world. Not so dark, but sad. Traveling the path from Britain to Yew I encountered no one. Suddenly I noticed a strange sign: 'Deepwater'. It pointed to the middle of the forest and I was tempted to follow. Strange path this leading to a stranger town.
Empty.
I rest now at the inn before moving along to Yew.