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.

 12-12-YC123


It has been a most active couple of days.  Primarily, Operation Sanctity is now under way.  I shall not even write of it here, lest I tempt misfortune, but suffice to say the first stage seemed simple enough.  There is so much more to come, of course.  All for the future.

There were also some LUMEN-wide operations to support the Emperor Family.  A show of loyalty, true enough, but also an opportunity to build rapport amongst LUMEN members who may otherwise have little opportunity to mix.  I myself took part in Arline's fleet, along with Arrek and Utari, and Scyla Dawn and others from other LUMEN wings.  A positive exercise, most certainly. 

Yet the most enjoyable part of the day was by far Lunarisse's Saint Nicolas celebration.  I cannot even begin to describe what an absolute joy it is to see the children do all they can to convince Saint Nicolas - Utari giving a convincing turn as courtroom judge -  they have been good all year, and the way their faces light up when they receive their presents simply makes my heart lift.  I am quite, quite jealous of their parents.  I hope Ishta shall allow me to take her little one when she is old enough.

The Directrix gave me such a great honour in allowing me to hand out the presents.  Dressing as Snow Maiden brought great luck, even it is a particularly Nakriian tradition that is not so well known elsewhere in the Empire.  Lunarisse also agreed to my request to bring the celebration to Nakri, particularly for the orphan and refugee children we have there.  I pray that soon they shall be able to return to their homes, by the Grace of God.  We shall defeat the Triglavian invaders and drive them back to the abyss from whence they came.  There can be no other way.

Until then, there is so much more to do.

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