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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Sasha is recovering well.  The Tribals were so cruel to him, and we are so fortunate that Ishta was so quickly to his rescue, and that of the team.  She is truly a Blessed Warrior of God, and perhaps God has smiled upon Sasha in granting him Ishta, just as God smiled upon me when She saved me from my ordeal with the Angels.  The day Ishta is finally a part of our family cannot come soon enough.

I partook in another patrol in the warzone.  We almost caught some pirate, but he was quite difficult to trap, and unfortunately managed to escape, though not before we gave him some serious damage.  I also took some damage, but not from him, rather from a Tribal wartarget who happened to pass by.  They landed as we were dealing with the pirate, and was lucky enough to strike me, but appeared to think much better of it once they realised my Punisher-class was not going to be quickly defeated and there were far more of us than there was of him!

I enjoyed the patrol. I should do more.  Whilst I cannot deny that some of the Tribals have earned my respect, the majority of them are still the rabid pack they have always been and shall no doubt continue to be.

Papa has spoken of reorganising the Household Forces, and perhaps recruiting in Nakri to bolster our numbers.  I personally think it is an excellent idea, for I have no doubt that we shall be called upon by Sarum to provide further support in the war-effort.   Of course, we shall continue to focus upon our family's age-old speciality. but more basic firepower would never go amiss.  Papa also spoke of making good use of Ishta's knowledge, experience, and abilities, perhaps along the lines of more internally-focused security.  We shall have to see what she thinks, of course, but I cannot imagine Lord Pitoojee shall be overly supportive.  It is such a shame he cannot see her real potential, though we are perhaps fortunate that he does not see her true nature!
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