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.
13-05-YC122

I really must try to set aside more time to keep this diary, but my many and varied duties seem relentless, and as one cycle ends so another begins. At least I have been able to speak with Sasha about the next stage of Operation Cylinder.  His team's successful return to Floseswin, albeit with Ishta's minor case of radiation poisoning, uncovered the second Blackguard device.  Once the third is located we should have all the intelligence we need to move forward.

Of course, I could not very well have Sasha come here to Mehatoor without insisting he see Ishta.  I did not, however, expect them to go to Gottin's Lamp, LUMEN's establishment.  Quite the privilege for Sasha considering he is not directly affiliated with any of LUMEN's allies.  Unless they count the military forces of the Sarum Family as allies and I am still not completely sure if they do.

Sasha even met the Directrix, and says he found her very pleasant and friendly, as well he might!  I must admit I do not fully trust LUMEN or their agenda, not with recent events, but I cannot hold that personally against the Directrix.  She must have a lot of strength and willpower to be able to lead and exercise any degree of control over a group such as LUMEN, with all their differing outlooks and opinions.  They are not like PIE, for we have a unity of purpose and calling that gives us our strength.  Notwithstanding the apparent loss of direction and questionable entanglements with the enemy that some have exhibited recently, of course.  To think I once thought so highly of Palad Lady Elkin.

Unfortunately, my brother was not entirely the ambassador I would have hoped for my family.  Winking at the Directrix!  What was he thinking?  Far too relaxed in Ishta's company, I have no doubt.  I shall have to apologise to the Directrix for his behaviour.  As much as I love dear Sasha, he does forget himself sometimes.  That sort of thing I expect from Felix, of course, with his flippant attitude toward everything.  At least I can trust dear sweet Kolya to set a good example.

I shall also have to find time to sit my Paladin Examination soon.  It is far too overdue and I cannot delay it any longer.  I shall have been the longest serving Aspirant in PIE's history!  I must simply overcome my nerves and trust in the Divine Guidance of The Eternal Empress.  It shall be as She Wills it.

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