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.

 14-11-YC123


So now Mitara has left us, following her self-absorbed husband.  I should not say I am surprised, but I am not convinced of whatever reasons they may have.  It appears to me that they place their loyalties to Lord Sarum higher than Her Imperial Majesty, and that does not bode well. It is a foolish arrogance, I feel, but the Chapter Master is quite correct.  It is unthinkable that Lord Sarum would demand such a thing, and if anything it potentially damages His Lordship.  It also raises the unsettling suspicions that this may be a wider trend amongst Sarum vassal, but I have assured the Chapter Master that this is most certainly not a clouding of judgement that my family suffers from.  I shall be with the Praetorians, serving God and Her Imperial Majesty until I die.

Speaking of service, the Chapter Master has given me a most important task, for which I shall have to prepare thoroughly.  Our campaign against the Triglavian invaders continues apace, and we have taken the fight, alongside our allies both traditional and those born of convenience, even into the occupied territories.  I am resolve to make every effort in my power to bring back Raravoss and the other Imperial system, but for that to happen we need solid intelligence on enemy numbers and positions.

Plans to prepare the 601st for operations there are already underway, and I myself shall be undertaking some solo reconnaissance very soon.  It may mean I am gone for some time, but I am not only honoured to be asked to do my part, to have my skills put to use, but I am also, I admit, terribly excited to have this opportunity.  It has been a very long time since I did the things I was trained for, that I always longed to do, but it is not just the feeling one has when out there deep in enemy territory, preparing the way for the strikes and battles to come, it is the feeling of returning home again that brings such thrill.

And shall I not have such wonderful things to return to!  Ishta and Sasha shall be married soon, and I would never miss that, but even more joyfully, Ishta shall soon be starting to show, and we shall have all the happiness and wonder that the expectation of a new family member brings.

Truly are we Blessed.

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