You're where the Wild Things are...

An in-character blog set in the universe of EVE Online. These are the private diary entries of Lady Ekaterina Mariya deSilvestris, a minor Amarrian Noble and Capsuleer. Other existing characters within EVE will be referred to throughout, though any opinions and views expressed are those of this character. These entries may touch on or directly address mature themes such as violence, sexuality, race and ethnicity, and mental health. As noted, any views are those of the character.

Before we begin, I feel it important to say a few words on the subject of mental health. Ekaterina, or Ekat as many call her, is something of a troubled soul. This aspect of her character is a personal choice I have made, for very personal reasons. Although EVE is a game in which the players can immerse themselves to a greater or lesser degree as they wish, mental health is a very real issue for many people. Those two simple words cover a myriad different issues and concerns that affect people directly or indirectly every day all, over the world.

If you find yourself affected by any issues touched upon in these posts, or if you face your own troubles, please know that there are people out there you can turn to; doctors, friends, family - there is ALWAYS someone. If you are an EVE player, then Broadcast 4 Reps chat is available, staffed by wonderfully kind and good-hearted volunteers. If you know of someone who has mental health issues, then please just let them know you are there. It doesn't have to be anything big, just a smile, a cup of tea, a quick phone call about last night's game - just a little thing to show they aren't forgotten.

You Never Fly Alone.
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Either he is one of the most highly skilled actors ever to have been missed by The Arts, or the poor man is confused!

I know I should not have invited him here (I am not sure Mother would approve.  No, I know Mother does not approve.  She already refers to him as THAT Caldari), but I simply had to sate my curiosity. I cannot decide if that was wise or not.  Certainly he seemed genuine, speaking of his concerns over Captain Elkin.  He assuredly admires her and places much value in their friendship.  Yet is that really all it is? Friendship?  I rather think he more than admires her, and who could blame him?  She is a most majestic woman.  I just wish that his care for her was not such an attractive quality; but then, if what he says is true, and it is nothing more than the natural concern and protectiveness that a close friend would naturally have, then perhaps?

He tried to hide it, of course, behind his usual flippant bravado, but I could quite plainly see that he is, deep down, a man who has a strong personal code of honour.  Another quality in desperately short supply in these times.

I forget how it feels to know that people are so concerned for one's wellbeing.
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