Logs From Tales of Ta'veren MUSH

All Tales players are invited to send their role-play logs to be added to this page. Please mail all logs to saidar@ta-veren.org. You can send logs in HTML format or plain text. Before sending your log, please make sure that it is edited, and include the following information at the top of the log:

EVENT: <a summary of the event>
DATE: <when the log was made>
LOGGER: <name of the character who took the log>

Example:

EVENT: Bob and Sue's wedding ceremony
DATE: Monday, December 10, 1998
LOGGER: Dave

Area Log Pages

• The Sunridge Aiel log page.
• The Children of the Light log page.
• The Ogier log page.
• the Tinker (Tuatha'an) log page.
• The White Tower log page.

Other Log Collections

• Merchant House of the Golden Goblet's log page.
• House Hune of Andor's log page.
• The Gray Ajah's log page.
• House Roesone of Andor's log page.
• The Valavendil Adventurers' log page
• Alcoran's log page
• Amrik's log page
• Dane's page of entertainers' logs
• Delanthear's log page.
• Rhaedrick's log page.
• Shalayne's log page.
• Tehannah's log page.
• Theowyn's log page

Logs of Long-Running Stories

• A Tale of Two Dragons - as the calendar turned towards the millenium, two men proclaiming themselves Dragon arose. Although each was eventually proved a false Dragon, they had significant impact on world events. Events ran between March 1 and June 2, 2000.
• White Pitted Against White is a collection of logs relating to a face-off between the White Tower and the Children of the Light. Events took place between March 31 and May 1, 1999.
• House Roesone Power Struggle - recounts the struggle between Turail and Paedrig, each desiring to take over House Roesone from Lady Cathryn. The events took place between November 18 and November 23, 1999.
• The Whitecloak's Hand page is an accounting of a plotline between House Roesone of Andor and the Children of the Light, and the conflicting attitudes towards the Children exhibited by rural and urban Roesone nobles. Events began July 31, 1999, and are on-going.

Role-Play Logs

Farewell to Winter Ball - September 24, 2000

The elite of Tar Valon gather at the White Tower to put themselves on display, eat, drink and mingle. Amyrlin Deianeira shocks the crowd a little by announcing her engagement to Lord Paelitar Vanderode.

Better Watch Out... - September 4, 2000

An eventful night at the Great Tree Inn.

The Amyrlin's Night Out - August 20, 2000

Amyrlin Deianeira and Lord Paelitar Vanderode decide to disguise their identities and slip out to the Gryfalcon Pub, where Loren and Luck have been in discussion for some time. Despite the timely intervention of Lord Igraesor, Deianeira and Pelitar are found out by an ever-increasing stream of people from the Tower, most notably Akorin and Alshaer Gaidin, who aren't at all pleased.

Accepted From Heaven - August 19, 2000

Accepted Minaka, who had fallen off a Skimming platform some weeks earlier, falls out of the sky into the Threefold Land, where she is found by some puzzled Aiel.

Princess Elyse Marries Prince Theowyn - August 19, 2000

Prince Theowyn of Andor marries Princess Elyse of Kandor on Firstday, the first day of the year 1001 New Era.

Lord Timosaen's Trial - August 16, 2000

The White Tower judges accusations of kidnapping and blackmail against Lord Timosaen Ildevwyn.

Gentling Amrik - August 12, 2000

The White Tower gentles Amrik Rinis, an event which is witnessed by some of the citizenry of Tar Valon.

Rowena and Kellian's Wedding - August 8, 2000

Rowena Sedai and Captain-General Kellian Versyr are married in the Ogier Grove in Tar Valon. The ceremony is followed by a reception at the White Tower.

What Lies Beneath - August 7, 2000

Dashel confronts Meridon regarding a certain thing, at the Inn.

Moving On Up - on or before August 6, 2000

Simple Gleeman Corr meets Aislynn, the Aes Sedai Queen of Andor, and other important personages.

The Lion Roars - July 30, 2000

The Andoran forces, supplemented by units from Kandor and Arafel, redouble their attack against the Murandians in a bid to rescue their Queen. Once it is discovered that Shadowspawn lurk within the Murandian Fortress, the forces of the Tower, who had up until this point been neutral, join the fray, and the combined force fighting on the Andoran side wins the day. The smaller strike force which had penetrated the Fortress to rescue Aislynn and the other Andoran captives is also successful.

A Prisoner's View - July 26, 2000

After the battle in northern Murandy, Athos and Merriet visit the dungeons. The result is a conversation between Merriet and one of the prisoners, Jane, which touches upon the questionable humanity of the Murandian side.

The Bull Bites The Lion - July 23, 2000

Andor and Murandy battle again in the north of Murandy. Queen Aislynn is captured after Andor is routed from the field.

The Lion Claws The Bull - July 18, 2000

Andor meets Murandy in battle in southern Andor.

Colin and Bamika's Goodbyes - July 14, 2000

Colin bids Bamika farewell before marching off to battle against Murandy.

A Declaration of War - July 11, 2000

The High Court of Andor meets to declare war on Murandy and decide the nation's war strategies.

Ringing Out - May 23, 2000

Captain-General Kellian wrests a ring away from Queen Aislynn despite her fierce attempts to protect it. The ring is believed to be responsible for the strange moods the Queen has endured of late.

Festival of Lights in Caemlyn - April 11, 2000

Andor celebrates as the year turns from 999 to 1000. It also celebrates the announcement of an engagement of marriage between Prince Theowyn Versyr and Princess Elyse Kamikatsu.

Delayed Justice - April 7, 2000

Jaelinn of House Li'Thrain, convicted of High Treason for her part in the 13th Andoran War of Succession, is apprehended at the Rose and Lion Inn, along with her companion Farai, who is charged as Darkfriend by the Children of the Light. One of the women is hanged soon after.

Midnight Reflections - March 31, 2000

Celesia and Nanton speak of many things during a night of star gazing.

Reinventing the Past - March 22, 2000

Althea and Siobhan Sedai unlock the secrets of the skimming ter'angreal discovered by the Tower some time ago.

Caenna Sedai's Murder - March 20, 2000 onwards

Caenna Sedai, on a Tower mission in Caemlyn, is found dead in an abandoned cart. House Roesone is in uproar upon learning that the hilt of the dagger protruding from her chest bears the Roesone crest. Methos participates in the murder investigation. Queen's Guardsman Cronus uses trickery to convince Duke Paedrig Roesone that Lord Daric Roesone is the murderer. Lord Daric's arrest has political consequences for House Roesone.

Harvest Dance - March 19, 2000

House Roesone hosts a Harvest Dance for the commoners of Caemlyn. A log of events later in the evening is also available.

Cherise and Lelldorin's Engagement Party - March 16, 2000

Cherise and Lelldorin of House Roesone celebrate their engagement amid family and friends. A log of the proposal is also available.

Past and Future - March 11, 2000

Cende and Prince Theowyn discuss their past and decide on the future.

Royal Visitor Receives a Royal Surprise - March 7, 2000

Prince Theowyn Versyr welcomes Queen Mother Tabitha of Shienar to Andor. Tabitha is surprised to discover her daughter, Prince Tevarra, in Andor, as well, and accused of being a thief.

Crossbow Wedding - March 5, 2000

Lord Deleamar Roesone marries the pregnant Kismet after Duke Paedrig forces the issue in a duel.

Renford Released - February 27, 2000

Renford's claim that he is King of Murandy are finally proven, and Queen Aislynn releases him from Andor's custody to return to his nation.

Dain Fire-Eyes - February 29, 2000

Alcoran discovers the hard way that Dain's a male Channeler.

Rivals and Reunions - February 26, 2000

Cende runs into Turail, and her former lover Prince Theowyn, who helps her tend to an old injury. Later that day Cende meets Theowyn's new flame, Princess Elyse.

Cende's Return - Feburary 24, 2000

Cende, once the lover of Prince Theowyn, returns to Andor, where she meets Duchess Rennar. The two have further encounters the next night.

Bearding the White Lion - February 21, 2000

The High Court of Andor meets, and is thrown into uproar when one of the guests in attendance claims to be King Renford of Murandy. Prince Theowyn and Caenna Sedai have a later discussion with King Renford.

Lawn Party - February 19, 2000

House Hune hosts a lawn party, bedazzling guests with Illuminators' nightflowers. The Aes Sedai visiting Caemlyn at the time are conspicuously absent from the guest list.

The Queen's Bounty - February 18, 2000

Queen Aislynn of Andor goes to extreme measures to try and rectify the discontentment caused by a most meagre Queen's Bounty of a few days previous.

A Black Ajah Meeting - February 17, 2000

Members of the Black Ajah meet in the bowls of the White Tower. As Oludra Sedai attempts to save her life's work, some unexpected visitors crash the party, explosively.

Reversal of Fortune - February 14, 2000

The documents naming Lord Turail as High Seat of House Roesone are discovered to be forgeries, requiring that he step down in favour of Lord Paedrig Gaidin.

Reading Lessons - February 10, 2000

Tired of waiting for a tutor to be hired, Dracnor seeks out Jovia to help him learn to read and write.

Mutual Opinions - February 9, 2000

One of the Gaidin and a young man discover mutual opinions about each other.

Tantrum - February 7, 2000

Dracnor has an unhappy visit at the Great Tree Inn in Tar Valon.

Caemlyn Receives the Tower - February 6, 2000

A party of negotiators from the Tower arrives in Caemlyn to help mediate discussions between Andor and Murandy, and are received by First Prince Theowyn and Rio Sedai.

Family Reunion - February 3, 2000

Morganth is reunited with his daughter Brilanna in Caemlyn.

Kidnapped Kandori - February 2, 2000

As Prince Theowyn is greeting a represenative of the King of Kandor, it is learned that his fiance Princess Elyse of Kandor and her newly rediscovered sister have been kidnapped. Theowyn and Ian later interrogate a prisoner for information about the kidnapping. Some days later a rescue party makes an attempt to retrieve Princess Elyse.

Runaway Carriage - February 1, 2000

The young Tairen Lord Dracnor is run over by a carriage in Tar Valon and brought to the Tower for a Healing, led by Keeper Ilyara.

Sins of the Father - early February, 2000

De'Leon discovers that the Dark wishes to punish him for his father's campaign against them. Some time later he has another encounter of a similar nature.

Reunited With Rain - January 26, 2000

Dracnor is reunited with his young friend, Rain.

An Angry Arafellin - January 25, 2000

Lord Trandar Vorneyo bursts into the Great Tree Inn in Tar Valon an attacks the guardsmen of his countryman, Lord Luan, accusing them of hurting his son.

A Brotherly Captain-General - January 25, 2000

Queen Aislynn invests Kellian as the new Captain-General of Andor, and also reveals that he is in fact a Lord of House Versyr, and her own half-brother. A log of Kellian revealing this news to Prince Theowyn is also available.

On the Hunt - January 22, 2000

Duke Turail sponsers a hunt for the nobles and notables of Caemlyn. Logs of the second and third days of the hunt are also available.

The Devil's Masq - January 18, 2000

Several members of the Tar Valon community, including some notables from the White Tower, are kidnapped for an evening of 'entertainment' with the Black Suns cartel.

The Viewer, the Noble, and the Maiden - January 15, 2000

Amani spies on Luan, until a Maiden of the Spear meets up with him and Luan tries to have his guards fight her.

Demonder and Rennar Marry - Again - January 15, 2000

Although legal married in a private and spontaneous ceremony some time previous, Lord Demonder and Lady Rennar hold a public marriage ceremony to consecrate their vows more formally. The ceremony is attended by many Caemlyn notables and visitors, including Princess Elyse, several Ogier, and even some Aiel.

Gentle Giants - January 10, 2000

A group of Ogier arrive in Caemlyn, where some welcome them with ceremony, and others react in fear.

A Royal Reception - January 9, 2000

Lord Nevin of House Barydar hosts a reception in honour of the visiting Princess Elyse of Kandor. A log of events later in the evening is also available.

A Sudden Landing - January 8, 2000

Queen Aislynn and several other prominent Andorans receive an ambassador from Illian. The Queen also takes this opportunity to announce that Eglantine and her family of Eilert are being raised to the nobility, and grants Eglantine the title of Countess and lands accordingly.

A Bright Second Blessing - January 6, 2000

Would-be adventurers and onlookers gather in the Square of Tammuz to receive the Blessing of the Hunters from the King of Illian and enjoy the fruits of the Illuminators' art.

Pride Cometh Before a Fall - January 3, 2000

A tense conversation between Prince Theowyn, Rio Sedai, Kellian, Nicodemus Gaidin and Durnik results in the end of Durnik's long tenure as Captain-General of the Queen's Guard. This incident is followed by another discussion that includes Queen Aislynn herself. A few days later, Cronus tenders his resignation as a Guard over this matter.

Belling an Aiel? - January 2, 2000

Ayende LaFey's preparations for an Aiel attack on Caemlyn result in a more amusing encounter once she meets Edgtho of the Shaarad Aiel, a meeting also attended by Cronus of the Queen's Guard and a young girl named Shembra.

Return of One Dead - January 1, 2000

Prince Theowyn dicovers that Tebrya, a palace servant recently hired by Durnik, is actually the former Lady of Hune, Calisa, who had faked her own death after her disgrace.

An Aiel in the White Tower - December 29, 1999

After weeks of rumours of Aiel on the move west of the Spine of the World, Maiden of the Spear Shale drops in, literally, for a conversation with the Novice Saorla, and Roseana and Althea Sedai.

Aiel in Caemlyn - December 21, 1999

Citizens of Caemlyn are astonished to encounter Aiel in the common room of the Rose and Lion Inn.

The Hunt is Called! - December 19, 1999

Heralds from Illian arrive in Tar Valon to announce that Illian will soon hold another Blessing for prospective Hunters of the Horn.

The Impromptu Wedding of Turail and Janeva - December 3, 1999

The second spontaneous wedding in less than a year for House Roesone may have been prompted by the presence of the ta'veren, Inarin. Although the ceremony was impromptu, a marrage between Turail, newly High Seat of Roesone, and Janeva de Velichest, a member of a Domani merchant House, had long been expected.

Methraine's Missing Children - November 18 - ?, 1999

Evrina and Brilanna Methraine, young girls who are part of the family that runs the House of the Golden Goblet, go missing. A note from a young boy named Dracnor is found the same day in which he states his intention to follow after and join up with the girls. The Methraine family hires a tracker to try and find them, then sets out on a journey to Andor. Not having found them there, the family takes to the road again.

Lady Cathryn Roesone Assassinated - November 20, 1999

Just a few days after the assassination of the Murandian Queen, the High Seat of House Roesone in Andor suffers a disturbingly similar fate. A log of the discovery and initial investigation of the crime is also available.

The Red Bull Falls - November 18, 1999

Reslaric, Inarin, Edilim and Zoreva witness the brutal assassination of Queen Sydelle of Murandy, who had been visiting Andor to make petitions of Queen Aislynn. Also available is a log of events preceeding and following the assassination, which include the assassin drugging Lord Demonder Roesone, and the investigation by Inarin and the Queen's Guards after he awakens. Methos later approaches Prince Theowyn and Rio Sedai with the results of his investigation. Lord Demonder Roesone was held for some time on suspicion of being the assassin, and after his release his wife Rennar, High Seat of House Hune, considers withdrawing her House's support from Queen Aislynn.

Kael and Maudine Marry - November 18, 1999

Maudine, Mistress of the Hall of Song marries Kael, Steward to House Roesone. Logs of their preparations for the wedding and the beginning of their courtship are also available.

Terror at Tolmec - November 16, 1999

Members of the Andoran Queens Guard and the White Tower come to the aid of Tolmec, a village under attack in the Mountains of Mist.

The Festival of Roses - November 13, 1999

One of the events of the Andoran Festival of Roses is a night of revelry in costume. A log of events earlier in the evening is also available.

The Bull, The Lion and the Ta'veren - November 12, 1999

The High Court of Andor meets to hear Queen Sydelle of Murandy's petition for Andor's assistance in negotiating between Sydelle and a power-hungry noble of her land, Renford. The proceedings are briefly thrown into confusion by the presence of Inarin Donnerick, Lord Captain among the Children of the Light and believed ta'veren. Despite the interruption, Queen Aislynn of Andor agrees to assist Sydelle. Note that these events would only be IC knowledge to those present at the Council meeting or who have been told of it ICly.

The Bull and the Lion - November 11, 1999

Queen Sydelle of Murandy arrives in Andor to pay an official visit to Queen Aislynn and petition her assistance.

Questions and Questioners - November 9, 1999

The High Inquistor of the Children of the Light pays a visit to the Tar Valon inn, of all places, where he faces some hard questions from the Illuminator Viana and poses some of his own to Methos.

Ta'veren Spotting - November 8, 1999

Lady Rennar of House Hune reveals to Captain Inarin that he is ta'veren.

Dain's Interesting Conversations - November 8, 1999

Dain Na'uin and his sister Minaka, the children of a High Lord of Tear recently come to Tar Valon, pay a visit to Devrine, matriarch of the House of the Golden Goblet. Later Dain has a very interesting conversation with Ilyara Sedai of the Green Ajah.

Duels and Discoveries - October 31, 1999

Rio Sedai discovers gleewoman Rowena has more talents than the musical following a duel between Lord Caeringil and a wanderer named Taylon in the Rose and Lion Inn of Caemlyn.

An Explosive Open House at Methraine Manor - October 17, 1999

An open house at the manor of the House of the Golden Goblet is quite eventful between the cries of a male channeler being in the vicinity, an accident with an illumination, and an ominous warning for members of the Methraine family.

Patronizing the Arts - October 16, 1999

Notables of Caemlyn, including Queen Aislynn herself, attend a public art show held in the gardens of the Royal Palace.

A First, and Fishy, Blessing - October 12, 1999

An unusual rain casts a pall on the first Blessing of the Hunters for the Horn of Valere.

Offering Aid - October 10, 1999

Marith and Noamall, two of the eldest and most respected Ogier of Stedding Maotai, meet in Fal Moran to discuss offering their assistance in rebuilding the city wall, destroyed in a mudslide, and their suggestions for treating Princess Tevarra's coma.

Dancing With Light - October 8, 1999

People gather in the Square of Tammuz in Illian to celebrate the Festival of Lanterns. The celebration culminates in an unusual dance contest.

A Star Falls to Earth - October 7, 1998

Most of the world, including the Aiel Waste, was treated to a vivid and ominous lightshow as a star fell from the sky. Logs of the event in various parts of the world are available. The star travelled from the southwest to the northeast, logs are presented in that order.

Illian city
White Tower
Veroeil village - where the falling star hit ground

Necessity is the Mother of Reinvention - September 30, 1999

The Tower Party visiting Caemlyn prepares for an uneventful trek back to Tar Valon, only to have an unexpected encounter with a contingent of the Children of the Light. The Wolfkin come to their rescue and help lead them to an important rediscovery. In response to this unwarranted attack, Queen Aislynn commands Prince Theowyn to lead a contingent of Queen's Guards to surround the Children's Andoran farm.

Stripped - September 30, 1999

Lady Calisa of House Hune was discovered to have sworn oaths to the Dark under torture, and here faces sentence. Having committed no crime she is permitted to live, but is stripped of her noble titles and associations. Also available is a log of Jhafir advising Queen Aislynn that Calisa might have sworn oaths to the Dark after her kidnapper, a Dark Inquisitor, tortured her.

Deveran and Shalayne's Marrage - September 27, 1999

Lord Deveran and Shalayne marry in the palace gardens of Caemlyn in a quiet ceremony officiated by Meeko.

Questions for a Queen - late September, 1999

The investigators of the grisly series of murders in Fal Moran come to Queen Tabitha with questions after the body of Lady Sayuri is found.

Serial Killer Strikes Again - late September, 1999

Lady Sayuri Torigawa is found dead on the grounds of the Fortress of Fal Moran, the latest victim in a series of grisly murders.

A Noble House Warmed by Hot Words - September 25, 1999

The noble House of Roesone in Andor hosts an open-house to celebrate the construction of their new manor after the old one was lost to fire. Lord Daric causes quite a stir when he speaks out against the White Tower in the presence of several members of the Tower, Queen Aislynn's own Warder, Nicodemus, and her Tower-trained brother, Theowyn. A log of events later in the evening is also available, and includes a record of an argument between Demonder Roesone and his betrothed, Lady Rennar Hune, which is followed by a spontaneous marriage between Demonder and Rennar. Having declared themselves married publicly, they are indeed married under Andoran law.

Windburn - September 22, 1999

Rio Sedai leads a link to teach the Accepted Caenna, Althea and Salia about Cloud Dancing. When the link falters, Salia steps forward to try and bring the violent storm under control, but overreaches and burns out her ability to channel. Sometime later Lady Cathryn, High Seat of House Roesone, confronts Lord Captain Commander Emrich about the accusations made against Roesone members over this incident.

Fal Moran Tourney - September 20 - 27, 1999

Shienar's bi-annual Estate Tourney features contests of skill and other entertainments. This season's Tourney was overshadowed by the work of a mad serial killer.
Opening Ceremonies
Dancing With Death - a dance is held after the opening ceremonies, following which a murder victim is discovered.
Royal Patronage - the Queen and King hobnob with attendees at the Tourney, although not all seems well between the royal couple.
Archery and Dancing - the archery contest is followed by a dance, and then later the grisly discovery of another murder victim.
Riddle Me This, Again - an earlier and a later riddle contest.
The Eventful End - The closing ceremonies for the 998 Fal Moran Crown Tourney, which included the abdication of Saagen, the coronation of his son Menel, announcements of Tourney winners, an announcement that Illian has called the Hunt for the Horn of Valere, discord amongst the royal family and their retainers, and the discovery of a murder.

The Ways to Fal Moran - September 16 - 18, 1999

Maggae Devarin escorts Magdar Jessop home to Fal Moran at the request of the Shienaran government. They are accompanied by many others from Tar Valon who wish to visit Fal Moran during the famed Shienaran Crown Tourney. They travel through the Ways, and it is an eventful journey. A log of the rest of the journey and the group's arrival in Fal Moran is also available.

The Hunt is Called! - September 16, 1999

A herald from Illian arrives in Caemlyn with the momentous news that Illian is calling the Hunt for the Horn of Valere! Another log of these events, which includes a gleeman's performance after the heralds depart, is also available.

Shadows on Sunridge Hold - September 15, 1999

The Wetlander Inarin's accusations of a Shadowrunner among the Sunridge Aiel are proved correct.

More Tensions on Treebrother Boulevard - September 9, 1999

Tempers of the nobles living on Tar Valon's Treebrother Boulevard continue to flare.

Deveran and Shalayne's Engagement Party - September 4, 1999

Deveran and Shalayne celebrate their engagement by holding a party in the arboretum in Caemlyn. Everything goes well, until Deveran upsets the bard in the middle of his performance.

Stormclouds Gather - August 30, 1999

Queen Aislynn calls an emergency meeting of nobles and other notables to discuss events surrounding happenings in the southern borders of Andor - such as Murandian notables being murdered just inside the Andoran borders, and the up and coming rise in power of Lord Renford Fiores.

Shadowy Revenge - August 27, 1999

A mysterious note draws several people to the harbour district in Tar Valon where they encounter several shadowy figures bent on revenge.

A Fish Out of Water - late August

Inarin, an officer in the Child of the Light, has travelled to the Aiel Waste with a group of peddlers. While there, he accuses Kamjolt of being a darkfriend. He also exchanges some cultural ideas and humour with Kirajonet and Bruadhin.

Tar Valon Bel Tine, 998 NE - August 22, 1999

Though the Illuminations were less spectacular than expected, the celebrants of Bel Tine in Tar Valon make their own sparks with fiery conversation. A log of Bel Tine events held during an open house at House Methraine is also available.

The Death of Wisdom - August 18, 1999

Tehannah Me'lon is forced to choose between Dark oaths and beloved friends, and pays a terrible price. A log of her final words is also available. (And also includes copies of the bulletin board posts made about these events.)

Monetary Mysteries - August 16, 1999

Lady Rennar of Hune approached Queen Aislynn about her concerns that Andoran treasury funds are being used, and other monetary mysteries.

Noble Tempers Flare - August 16, 1999

Relations between the Houses in the noble residential area of Treebrother Boulevard in Tar Valon have heated to quite a pitch recently, and Maggae Devarin's visit to the Ildevwyn manor is just one reason locals are starting to call it "Treebother Boulevard".

Trial of the Usurper - August 14, 1999

Lord Jeffrin Hune, who had tried to usurp House Hune from the control of his niece Rennar through means most foul, is called to answer for his crimes.

Disaster in the Snow - August 12, 1999

The River Band of the Tuatha'an encounters disaster during a winter visit in Shienar.

The Way To A Man's Heart - August 10, 1999

They say too many cooks spoil the broth. Prince Solon discovers that sometimes it only takes one cook to make a bad meal when his lover Maggae cooks a romantic dinner for two.

A Snipe Hunt - July 23, 1999

Maggae, Solon, Jessop, Tarthanias and several others go off on a wild chase after receiving a clue to the possible location of Cleante, who'd been missing for some time.

Storming Tiras Lorn - July 17, 1999

Aislynn, Queen of Andor, marches forth with an army of the Queen's Guard, later joined by the Children of the Light and other Andoran nobles, to take Tiras Lorn back from the usurper Jeffrin Hune. The Queen also hopes to find Rennar Hune, the true High Seat of Hune, but within the manor other events transpire that further place Rennar's life in danger. A log of Rennar's eventual discovery is also available, as is a log of Rennar visiting her uncle Jeffrin in jail.

Taking a Gamble - July 13, 1999

Dain wagers more than coin in a dice game with Viana and Carad, and then takes a bigger gamble and accepts the hospitality of House Devorae after an invitation from Lords Kaanath and Raellin.

Mysterious Words - July 8, 1999

The Aiel explain why they summoned the Ogier to the Waste - to study a book written in the Ogier tongue.

Noisy Arrival - July 6, 1999

The Ogier of Stedding Maotai make a memorable arrival at Sun Ridge Hold of the Shaarad Aiel.

Dice and Diplomacy - July 5, 1999

Lord Kaanath and Ambassador Edilim exchange insults with Lord Caeringil of the Ildevwyns on a visit to the gaming barge.

2 Cute 2 Execute - June 24, 1999

Maggae Devarin faces the headsman's axe after being convicted of the crime of murdering Ceirin Andivell, but fate, and her friends, have other ideas for the ta'veren.

Festival of Roses - June 8, 1999

The annual Festival of Roses is an important three-day celebration in Andor. This year's is seen through the eyes of Lady Rennar Hune, who attends under most unusual circumstances.

Rennar and Demonder's Engagement Party - June 6, 1999

A disruption occurs during an otherwise happy evening, causing Rennar Hune to leave her own engagement party. While in the stables, Rennar is abducted from her own house and home, the others inside at the party none the wiser until it is too late to help.

Tevarra's First - sometime in July, 1999

Princess Tevarra picks an uncomfortable choice to bring her concerns about puberty to.

Jumping into Service - June 4, 1999

Commander Raellin and Lieutenant Famen induct several new guardsmen into the service of House DeVorae, men who all too soon find themselves needing to come to the protection of the High Seat, Kaanath.

Stealing Beauty - early June, 1999

Lady Ytsken is taken captive in Shienar. A log of the tragic consequences and the conclusion of this storyline is also available.

Alderic and Ibaethien Marry - June 3, 1999

High Councillor Alderic's wedding to Lady Ibaethien of House Ildevwyn takes a tragic turn. A file of the wedding finery worn by those in attendance is also available.

High and Low - June 1, 1999

Shienaran Princess Tevarra shares a meal and conversation with Janyx, a page in the Fortress, and learns some surprising facts about him.

Musical Soup - May 31, 1999

Gleeman Immordin gives a performance at Astaldo's Savoury Soup Stall.

Unexpected Allies - May 28, 1999

Charn and Kirajonet, warriors of the Shaarad Aiel, find unexpected support in their attempts to rescue a child from a bear attack.

Hunting a Murderer - May 25, 26, 28, 1999

The city of Tar Valon is in an uproar over a series of murders, and the hunt for the foul perpetrator of these crimes begins in earnest.

Pretty as a Picture - May 23/24, 1999

A number of people are drawn into the hijinks that ensue on the night when Maggae Devarin has her portrait painted.

Flickering Knives - May 22, 1999

Maggae shares some unusual news with her friends. Soon afterwards, Astaldo and Cleante have a 'sharp' run-in with Maximillian, who is suspected as the cause of several violent deaths in Tar Valon.

Welcoming Spring - May 15, 1999

As winter's grip eases on Shienar, Queen Tabith holds a dance to herald the return of spring.

White Pitted Against White - March 31, 1999 to May 1, 1999

Delanthear, a male channeler, brings the White Tower and the Children of the Light face to face. As was Foretold...

Losing a Sister - April 30, 1999

There are some crimes that neither blood nor Bond can forgive.

A Queen's Welcome - April 20, 1999

Queen Aislynn's processional homecoming is greeted with mixed emotions from her subjects.

A Roesone Reunion - April 17, 1999

Lord Demonder and Narine, another member of House Roesone, encounter Roesone's former Steward Versad during a visit to the Rose and Lion Inn.

A Queen's Ransom - April 15, 1999

After years of study at the White Tower, Queen Aislynn and her party (which includes her husband Greydon, Maggae, Andrin, Leah, Lucrade, Nicodemus, Althea, Alshaer and several others) are waylaid by highwayman during her return to Caemlyn.

Avenging Cohlder Stand - April 14, 1999

The Shaarad Clan of the Aiel sets out to avenge the loss of Cohlder Stand to the Miagoma. Their first meeting with their enemy comes sooner than expected. A log of the celebration following the raid is also available

Children Confront a Gleeman - April 13, 1999

Garen spends another eventful night at the Great Tree Inn - his last. Tensions run high when Garen, Magdar, Jessop, Maggae, Kessa, and several others run into each other.

The Pain of a Bond - April 12, 1999

Trandar, Sebastian and Alshaer try to comfort Kessa Sedai when she suffers an unsettling and painful shock.

The Shadow Strikes - April 10, 1999

Kim is accosted on the streets of Tar Valon by shadowy figures with Dark motives. Is she saved in time...?

The Forbidden Dance - March 30, 1999

Maggae dances the sa'sara, the legendary and alluring dance banned by several Saldaean queens, for her husband Andrin.

Philosophical Discussions - March 26, 1999

Neri Sedai spends an evening discussing the Children of the Light with Symms, and the nature of Power with Child Inarin.

Feastday at the Inn - March 22, 1999

Flaring tempers, failed flirtations, and meetings with new friends and old enemies mark the Feast of Lights new year's celebration at the Great Tree Inn in Tar Valon.

Differing Opinions - March 12, 1999

Darius tries to keep a low profile as Trillian and Rio argue their differing opinions over who is best suited to hunt a male channeler with Narissa.

An Explosive Situation - March 9, 1999

Fireworks made by no Illuminator erupt when Delanthear, Ulfrik and Daevid share a few drinks at the Great Tree Inn.

Maggae and Andrin's Wedding - March 5, 1999

Maggae and Andrin pledge their vows to one another in a ceremony witnessed by Aes Sedai, nobles and many other notables. Not all of those present approve of their union, however. A copy of the descriptions of those who attended is also available.

Divided Heart - February 27, 1999

Garen and Maudine discuss some difficult personal choices.

Trading - sometime in February, exact date unknown

When Mirandra the trader visits Sun Ridge Hold, she, Taigan and Brandein exchange more than goods.

Fal Moran Tourney - February, 1999

Shienar's bi-annual Estate Tourney features many contests of skill and other entertainments, including:
Opening Ceremonies
Riddle Me This - riddle contest
Bardic Competition - story and song
Feats of Strength - arm wrestling and weight-lifting
Several Contests - caber toss, foot races, jousting and archery
More Feats of Strength - the hammer toss
Closing Ceremonies

An Aquaintance Renewed - February 7, 1999

The peace of a night out among friends in the Great Tree Inn is shattered when Garen confronts an associate and not all the witnesses are in agreement about the results.

A Room With a View - February 5, 1999

Rio Sedai finds she's in for a surprise when she takes young Dart and Bean on a tour of the White Tower. The trio also encounter Alshear, Althea, Garen, Sande, Temos, Mailyn and Derrick.

Solar Meets Taylor - early February, 1999

Solar meets Taylor, a woman with unusual golden eyes.

Ogier Welcomed at Tar Valon - January 30, 1999

The Ogier are welcomed upon their arrival to assist in the rebuilding of Alindaer, destroyed in the eruption of Dragonmount. Also available is a log of the first reconstruction efforts and the finishing touches of that project.

Dangerous Information - January 29, 1999

Farida approaches Eldest Marith of Stedding Maotai for her opinions on the contents of a written record.

Feast Upon the Trees - January 21, 1999

The Ogier hold a feast in honor of the Tuatha'an and discover two Treesingers in their midsts.

Feast of Fools - January 13, 1999

A day when the social order is reversed! A log of other events from this day is also available.

Family Stories - January 5, 1999

Queen Tabitha tells her children a story of life in their family before their father became King of Shienar.

A King is Found - January, 1999

Queen Tabitha of Shienar and her children visit the Great Tree Inn, where they discover a fight in progress and the believed to be dead King of Shienar, Saagen, one of the combatants.

Graduation Blues - December 9, 1998

Tristan, Sarius, Rio, Jarrue and Tabor discuss their future in service to the White Tower.

Festival Fire - December 4, 1998

A secluded stedding glade catches fire during the Ogier's celebration of the Bel Arvina festival.

Refugee Rescue - November 30, 1998

The Children of the Light step in to rescue residents of Alindaer whose homes were destroyed in the lava flow from Dragonmount.

Dragonmount Erupts Amid Jokes - November 30, 1998

Tar Valon celebrated the harvest festival of Bel Arvina with a joke contest, during which nearby Dragonmount smoked and fumed...

Iaon's House Raising - November 22, 1998

The Ogier of Stedding Maotai gathered in a communal effort to build Iaon's home in the Stedding, assisted by a small group of Aiel and a few other humans.

Shienar's Royal Family Received at White Tower - November 15, 1998

Amyrlin Deianeira, High Councillor Alderic and other White Tower residents receive Queen Tabitha of Shienar, her four children and their guards and entourage.

Pigs Rampage Through Tar Valon - November 11, 1998

A herd of pigs escaped from their farm and ran riot in the streets of Tar Valon until quick-thinking citizens managed to pen them up.

Out-of-Character Logs

Pre-Close MUSH Meeting, 1 - October 20, 2000

The first of two discussions regarding the possible close of Tales for two months for development.

Pre-Close MUSH Meeting, 2 - October 21, 2000

The second of two discussions regarding the possible close of Tales for two months for development.

Aiel Area Meeting - September 15, 2000

The meeting concentrated on setting up role-play between two rival Aiel families and developing the 'civilian' side of life among the Aiel.

Ogier Area Meeting - September 5, 2000

An open meeting to discuss issues and ideas related to the Ogier.

Open Meeting - August 25, 2000

Topics included what kind of Ogier characters are allowed, are Blademasters and Gaidin the only good swordsmen, and a few comments on the new WAC administrative system.

Character Development Seminar - August 20, 2000

A seminar of tips for developing an interesting and well-rounded character.

Dark Discussion Meeting - July 28, 2000

Prophecy met with interested players to discuss ideas for improving and revitalizing the Dark.

Tar Valon Admin Meeting - July 25, 2000

A discussion between Earth and other people interested in adminning and revitalizing Tar Valon.

Open Discussion - July 22, 2000

Topics at this open discussion between players and wizards included suggestions for logging policy, clarifications on what is a restricted and upcoming chargen-related features, and issues related to role-playing social status.

Open Discussion - July 21, 2000

An open discussion between players and wizards. Topics included what to do if you're having trouble finding role-play, do plots change the world of Tales, improving activity in the Dark area, and limitations around consent and IC Actions - IC Consequences.

Enhancing and Developing Role-Play - June 15, 2000

Prophecy leads an RP seminar on enhancing and improving role-play. Includes tips for better poses, the use of @emit, staying thematic and IC, and involving others.

Tips for More Interesting Daily Role-Play - June 9, 2000

Prophecy leads a seminar discussion covering tips to help people create more interesting role-play for themselves and others. Topics discussed include making a change of scene, how to liven up another night at the inn, and how to start RP between characters that don't ICly know each other.

Chargen Question and Answer Discussion - November 4, 1999

A question and answer session about various aspects of chargen and related systems. Questions included why can't Statistics be raised with Experience Points, can Assets and Flaws be purchased after chargen, what are Experience Points used for, what considerations should be made when nominating people for Experience Points, and a few other topics.

Ogier Area meeting - May 11, 1999

Discussion topics included pointers on playing an Ogier, increasing area membership and role-play and TinyPlot ideas.

Tar Valon Thieves Guild Meeting - February 26, 1999

A meeting to discuss the formation and procedures for a thieves guild in the city of Tar Valon.

Tar Valon Meeting - February 26, 1999

The topics discussed at this meeting including creating a theives' guild and crime role-play, noble houses and events, entertainers, settling the village of Darein with players, +lhelp features and places to role-play in Tar Valon.

Tar Valon Meeting - January 9, 1999

Tar Valon's meeting included information on playing various roles in the city like nobles, entertainers, thieves and shipowners, and a call for volunteers to help enhance the city.

Friends and Family Seminar - November 21, 1998

Spirit led this seminar to introduce people to the value of having living relatives/friends/enemies in their character's backgrounds, and worked with the attendees on hooking their characters up with one another.

Using the Comm System - June 24, 1998

A seminar on using the commands and features of the Comm System on Tales of Ta'veren.

Old Tales Role-Play Logs

Please note that some players have chosen to rewrite portions of their character backgrounds for the new game. As a part of that, they may have changed or erased the events that are logged below, or changed the in-character date when they occurred.

Costumed Street Festival - June 24, 1998

The group of people that worked on developing Tales while it was closed for improvements got together and role-played a costumed street festival.

House Hune Logs - Various Dates

Logs of role-play involving House Hune on the old game.

Jonathan and Desta's Wedding - June 7, 1997

A log of the wedding ceremony and reception.

The Facts of Life - on or before January 31, 1997

Mirla, Tias and Shale discuss romantic etiquette with the young Card.

A Difficult Night - September 23, 1996

Bael has a difficult night between confrontations with Prince Greydon, the Queen's Guard of Andor and Roland and Durnik.

First Day in the Queen's Guard - September 14, 1996

New recruit Bael questions Roland about why he is leaving the Queen's Guard.

A Creative Disguise - September 13, 1996

Neri catches up on the news of Caemlyn with Elara, then meets with Prince Greydon to concoct a most unusual scheme.

Hunters and Prey - September 11, 1996

Kessa finds herself an object of unwanted interest as Rykiele pursues her to discuss hair dyes and Kyndeir demands to offer her safe escort to the Palace in Caemlyn.

How Many Kessas? - September 7, 1996

Helina Sedai finds her quest to find a runaway Novice is complicated when she runs into a number of young women who match the runaway's description.

Sparring at the Tower: Aftermath - August 1, 1996

Novice Neri learns there are some surprising consequences for her actions when she is sent to Mistress of Novices Pinya for sparring with Trainee Sarius.

Aislynn and Greydon's Wedding - June 4, 1996

Wisdom Dinara officiates the marriage between Queen Aislynn and Prince Greydon, a ceremony attended by many friends.

A New Life at the Tower - May 18, 1996

Neri is introduced to her new life at the Tower by Mistress of Novices Pinya Sedai.

Talents Revealed - March 29, 1996

Pinya Sedai sets out with Arliss Gaidin to learn if there is any substance to the rumours of a young woman with an unusual ability with horses working at the Great Tree Inn.

Accusations and Lessons - December 4, 1995

Ashley reacts poorly to a decision Neri makes. Durnik offers Neri solace, and Grayfyn offers her self-defense lessons.

Lina and Menal's Birth - on or before September 2, 1995

The birth of Tabitha (Tabbi) and Saagen's first children, the twins Lina and Menal. Saagen and Tabitha later became King and Queen of Shienar.

Attempted Assassination on Tabbi - on or before August 31, 1995

Solar and Tosk rescue Tabbi from an attempted assassination.

Amyrlin Deianeira Receives First Prince of Andor Theowyn - August 30, 1995

It is a tradition for the First Prince of Andor to train with the Warders at the White Tower. The log includes the parade of his entourage through the streets of Tar Valon, and the Amyrlin's welcome.

Marella and Creslin's Wedding - on or before August 24, 1995

Marella and Creslin share their vows, surrounded by their friends.

Tabbi and Saagen Marry Despite Their Parents' Protests - on or before August 16, 1995

Friends witness the joyful union of Tabbi and Saagen, but the festivities are quickly interrupted by the arrival of their families, who strenously protest the marriage.

Solar and D'Seria's Wedding - on or before August 13, 1995

Solar and D'Seria marry in a forest between Tar Valon and Shienar.