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.
16-11-YC121

If Fort Kumar is an example of the rewards those who serve our Motherland may expect, then Arzad II is an example of the punishments that must befall those who betray her.  My journey there was not so hazardous as I expected, though I have no doubt taking the proper precautions was a wise choice as always.

I must admit I find it difficult to even imagine the mind of anyone who would take up arms against us in rebellion, though it is a sad reality that many of the lower orders, and, more horrifingly, even some of the higher, do not seem to appreciate the fortunate life they have been given in serving God.  There are many who think that the annihilation of the Starkmanir was too much, but God is Wrathful as well as Merciful, and we, as God's Chosen, must be so too.  It cannot have been an easy decision for Idonis Ardishapur to have taken, but what choice could he have had?  Any child would avenge the murder of their father, Honour demands it, but when one's father is a Royal Heir!  It was not only for the Honour of the Ardishapur Family, but for the Empire as a whole.

An example was set, as was only right and proper.  Those who choose to ignore it are fools, and they shall join the Starkmanir in their fate.

Later

From enemies to allies.  I have docked in the CVA refinery in Misaba, and been made most welcome by the hangar crew.  I shall spend some time refreshing myself and offering prayers before continuing on.

It is strange to be out here again after so very long.  Once upon a time, in a different life, I belonged to a group that was part of CVA.  I wonder what became of them and the friends I made there.  I could never have foreseen the path my life would take, but at least I can find such comfort in the constancy of allies such as these.  I only with other supposed allies were as trsutworthy and dependable.

I wonder if I shall ever find myself in this part of the cluster again.  Such exciting times I had.

I think I shall rest here awhile before moving onward to Thebeka.
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