A Long Day of Lessons, Corrections, and Tavern Music

 Journal Entry: August 8, 2026

Location: Olni / Turmus / TBoy Cove

Title: A Long Day of Lessons, Corrections, and Tavern Music

I began the morning moving between Olni and Turmus while the city was still recovering from the trouble of the previous night. Kelli explained that a moderator had returned too many objects and that the Ubar and Ubara had requested a rollback. I was concerned because I had classes to teach and attend, and Turmus Tavern Night was also scheduled. By the time I returned to the Educational Hall later in the morning, the city appeared much closer to normal.

I checked the Whimsique rental and paid Rental #25, extending it until November 5 at 6:00 a.m. The land-impact report afterward showed 108 prims in use against a limit of 50, with 98 attributed to me, so that may need to be reviewed. During the morning I also received the Turmus building platform for the Merchant Fair from Carola and the Turmus Campfire Slave Class item from Nicholas.

Kelli was working at Pier69 Club in TBoy Cove, so I visited for a time and listened to DJ Daff. Lin, Dafydd, Nuada, Fish, and several others were there. It was a pleasant early-morning diversion, although I left shortly before seven so that I could eat and prepare for the long day ahead.

At eleven, I taught the first Turmus presentation of Class 1, “An Introduction to the Gorean World,” in the Educational Hall. This opened Level 1, The World, and its first track on Customs and Social Conduct. The class covered Gor as the Counter-Earth; the Priest-Kings and their technological restrictions; cities, Home Stones, and civic loyalty; caste and occupation; the distinction between free and slave; family and Free Companionship; the natural world and travel; and the importance of distinguishing law, custom, command, opinion, and circumstance.

The discussion was active. ThunderBolt raised the Three Pillars of Gor, while Kaellaed questioned whether anything involving caste could truly be universal when Torvaldslanders reject the caste system. We also discussed how much a person’s clothing can reveal in roleplay. I said that visible clothing and insignia can offer useful clues, while Akeshi cautioned that disguises and false claims remain possible. Carola reasonably observed that players should respond to what is visibly presented rather than rely on information their characters could not know.

After dismissing the Turmus class, I traveled to Olni and taught the lesson again at the Circle. Falconer challenged a sentence saying that the novels begin with people of Earth discovering another inhabited world. He correctly pointed out that Earth as a whole has not discovered Gor because the Priest-Kings keep it concealed. I agreed that the wording needed to be amended.

At the end of the Olni session, SaphRosie asked where Magistrates and Advocates belong within the caste system. Falconer explained that a Magistrate belongs to the Caste of Scribes. Her question also showed that my personal introduction could make listeners believe I still hold every office I have held in the past, including Head of Caste. I told her I had been listing former positions and that I am presently a Magistrate and Teacher. I decided to revise the wording in my files so that the distinction between past and present service is unmistakable.

At two, I attended Akeshi Reardon’s first lecture in a series titled “Slaves in Gor.” The lesson, “Gor’s Slave Girls Principles,” lasted nearly two hours. Akeshi discussed the meaning of kajira, the distinction between roleplay and OOC consent, training and education, obedience, service, ownership, submission, punishment, sexual restrictions, the difference between Gorean slavery and BDSM, and the place of male slaves. The discussion was lively and sometimes contentious.

I asked for the book reference supporting the claim that, in the Gorean mind, the word “woman” can only mean a slave and that Goreans therefore always say “Free Woman.” Akeshi said he would need to check. Other questions concerned whether masters commonly train their own slaves, whether a Free Woman’s physical posture can constitute submission without spoken words, whether iron belts existed in the novels, and how far roleplayers may reasonably extrapolate from things that are named in the books. Petra suggested a short guide for Free Women explaining dangerous customs in different Gorean cultures, and Akeshi thought that would make a useful future lesson.

By the time I reached Turmus Tavern Night at five, I had spent about four hours either teaching or listening to classes, and I was tired. Nicholas welcomed everyone on behalf of Turmus, the Ubar and Ubara, and Tavern Keeper ThunderBolt. He said nearly thirty people had gathered and reminded everyone that Tavern Night is held at 5:00 p.m. on the first three Saturdays of each month. Jay Sparrowtree provided the live music and accepted requests while the kajirae danced and served the guests.

I sat with Carola and the other Free Women, enjoyed the company, and asked whether there was jam for the bread. The tavern remained crowded and lively throughout the evening. Jay’s music, the dancing, service, conversation, and humor made the gathering a success. Before the night ended, Nicholas invited everyone to return the following Saturday. I said good night shortly before seven, grateful for a productive but very long day.

To Do:

- Amend Class 1 so it clearly states that Earth has not discovered Gor; only particular individuals learn of it or are brought there.

- Revise my personal introduction so former offices—including Head of Caste—are plainly identified as past service, while Magistrate and Teacher are identified as my present roles.

- Locate book references for the claims discussed during Akeshi’s class, especially the statement concerning “Free Women” and the claim about masters personally training captured panthers or other slaves.

- Consider preparing a short, book-supported guide to customs and dangers that Free Women should know in different regions of Gor.

- Review the Whimsique land-impact count and the rental’s 50-prim limit.

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Meeting Summary: Class 1 — An Introduction to the Gorean World

Date: August 8, 2026

Time: 11:02 a.m.–11:56 a.m.

Location: Turmus Educational Hall

Teacher: Lady Kati Evans

Purpose:

To begin Level 1, The World, and introduce the foundations needed for the Track 1 lessons on Customs and Social Conduct.

Summary:

The class introduced Gor as the Counter-Earth and explained the influence of the Priest-Kings, the importance of cities and Home Stones, the caste system, the absolute legal distinction between free and slave, differences among Gorean peoples, and the need to separate law from custom. Students were encouraged to examine who acted, where an event occurred, what authority applied, and whether a passage described law, custom, command, preference, opinion, or circumstance before treating it as a universal Gorean rule.

Discussion included whether Gor possesses any truly universal laws, the proposed Three Pillars of Gor, the status of Torvaldsland in relation to caste, and the role of visible clothing and insignia in roleplay. The class concluded with five practical questions for approaching any Gorean situation: Where? Who? Status? Authority? Circumstance?

Attendance:

- Teacher: Lady Kati Evans

- Akeshi Reardon

- Amalia

- Andros Mosely

- Aries Marchese

- Carola Aromata Titus

- Kaellaed Rhode

- Laela

- Lora

- Nerine

- Selia

- ThunderBolt Kanto

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Meeting Summary: Class 1 — An Introduction to the Gorean World, Olni Session

Date: August 8, 2026

Time: 12:07 p.m.–12:48 p.m.

Location: The Circle, Olni

Teacher: Lady Kati Evans

Purpose:

To present the introductory World lesson in Olni and establish the same foundation for later classes on Gorean customs and social conduct.

Summary:

The Olni session covered the Counter-Earth, Priest-Kings, Home Stones, caste, free and slave status, family, travel, regional variation, and the distinction between law and custom. Falconer McKeenan corrected the wording that suggested Earth had discovered Gor. Earth remains unaware of Gor because the Priest-Kings conceal it, although particular individuals from Earth have learned of Gor or have been transported there.

SaphRosie asked which caste includes Magistrates and Advocates. Falconer identified the Caste of Scribes. The question also revealed that the teacher’s biographical introduction did not clearly distinguish present duties from former offices. Lady Kati stated that the listed offices were past positions and that she is presently a Magistrate and Teacher. She agreed to revise the introduction.

Attendance:

- Teacher: Lady Kati Evans

- Aisha

- Balkan Sands

- Falconer McKeenan

- SaphRosie

- Talora Dubrinsky

- Tura

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Meeting Summary: Slaves in Gor — Gor’s Slave Girls Principles

Date: August 8, 2026

Time: 2:01 p.m.–3:48 p.m.

Location: Turmus Campfire

Teacher: Akeshi Reardon

Organizer: Nicholas Eel

Purpose:

To begin a lecture series on slavery in Gor and explain the basic principles governing the role of the kajira in book-based Gorean roleplay.

Summary:

Akeshi distinguished a Gorean slave from slaves in other historical or fictional settings and emphasized the difference between a fictional Gorean character and the OOC player. He discussed the meaning of kajira; training and education; the ideals of pleasing beauty and obedience; service to Free Persons; the slave as property; the loss of name, possessions, and prior status; physical submission; iron belts; punishment by Free Persons; the distinction between Gorean slavery and consensual BDSM; Earth-born slaves; and male slaves.

Questions and discussion concerned masters who train slaves personally, the difference between training and education, whether perfection is a realistic expectation, the conduct of private or restricted slaves, whether posture alone can communicate submission, whether iron belts are supported by the novels, and how roleplayers may extrapolate reasonably from book-supported ingredients and technology. Lady Kati requested the source for the claim that Goreans join the words “Free Woman” because “woman” alone signifies a slave. Akeshi did not have the citation available and said he would need to check. Petra requested a region-specific guide for Free Women, and Laela asked how book-based roleplay should treat plausible things not expressly described in the novels.

Attendance:

- Teacher: Akeshi Reardon

- Organizer: Nicholas Eel

- Lady Kati Evans

- Annie Carter, roleplaying Jazmin Azif

- Aurora Darlagraysun

- Carola Aromata Titus

- Cross “Old Scar” Avro

- Flower

- Jayce

- Kaellaed Rhode

- Krystal Wulfe

- Laela

- leena

- Lora

- Mel

- Petra Poliatevska

- SERUS

- Selia

- shana

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Performance Record: Turmus Tavern Night — Live Music

Date: August 8, 2026

Time: Approximately 5:00 p.m.–6:47 p.m.

Location: Turmus Tavern

Presented by: Jay Sparrowtree

Hosted by: Nicholas Eel and Tavern Keeper ThunderBolt Kanto

Jay Sparrowtree provided live music, accepted requests, and interacted with the dancers and guests. Kajirae danced in the sands throughout the set while the tavern staff served the crowded gathering. Nicholas reported that attendance was approaching thirty early in the evening.

The transcript records audience reactions and a few brief remarks from Jay, but it does not contain complete song titles, lyrics, poems, or other written pieces. Therefore, there is no complete written performance available to preserve word for word for this event.

Part of City Disappeared....

City of Turmus

The above was taken before the problem

and below is after.

Some of you may have noticed a huge chunk of the city is missing, and perhaps some items of your have been returned to you.  One of the mods made a mistake earlier and someone returned things owned by at least a half dozen people. But fear not, the sim will be rolled back this evening at some point, we estimate, and with luck all that got returned shall be back where it belongs!

My friend said it best...

"What one person does effects heaps of others."  - Raven

 

DECORATING A HOUSE

 I did some decorating of a friends house.  

Here is some of the pictures of how it turned out.  

STUDY

LIVING ROOM

KITCHEN

BEDROOM

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Here is a better view of some of the walls created.

LIVING ROOM AND STUDY

KITCHEN AND DINING ROOM

BEDROOM

A Home Furnished and a Case Awaiting Judgment

 Journal Entry: August 7, 2026

Location: Olni / Nile River / Summer Sun

Title: A Home Furnished and a Case Awaiting Judgment

I began the morning in Olni before traveling to Turmus to work on Kaellaed Rhode’s new home. He had fifty prims available, with ten already in use, so I planned the rooms carefully and created custom walls that could provide the appearance of a fully furnished home without using too many prims. By the time I finished, he had a living area, a study, a bedroom, and even a family picture upon the bedroom wall. The completed home used forty prims, leaving ten available for anything he might later wish to add.

Kael was surprised and very pleased when he saw it. He said the home felt perfect and cozy and that its appearance made him feel respected. I wanted it to suit his position and, more importantly, to give him a comfortable place where he could receive visitors. I asked him to look over the walls carefully and let me know if he wanted anything changed or if he wanted weapons displayed. He seemed amazed that so much had been fitted into the limited space.

Later, Lacey visited me in Turmus. We spoke about old conflicts involving Turmus, Cos, the Silver Blades, and Olni, as well as the shortage of active Warriors now available to defend either city. We also discussed how quiet Gor becomes during the summer. Lacey said that most people return between December and April. She also told me that, because the Fjord was no longer being used, she had advised that it be released rather than continuing to spend approximately $150 each month upon it.

During the afternoon, I showed Kael’s completed home to Carola. She thought it was cozy, well arranged for a Scribe, and an excellent use of only forty prims. She also liked the custom wall textures. Afterward, she showed me the curtains she had made for her own home. They were double-sided, with one side made translucent, and looked very nice. We discussed what might be placed upon her bedroom wall. She wanted the bedroom to remain separate from her spice shop and Merchant work, so a drying rack for herbs was firmly rejected. A peaceful painting seemed more appropriate.

Carola mentioned wanting a landscape showing the three moons above Turmus. I used Arbor to create both nighttime and daytime pictures of Turmus for her. The daylight version was especially suitable for a painting once cropped. After correcting the permissions, I gave the pictures to her, and she said she would enjoy them.

At the Olni Warrior Hall later that afternoon, I quietly observed as Lady Huntsy spoke for Berick Gothly and accepted responsibility for his conduct within Olni. Captain Falconer accepted her word and ordered Berick released. Huntsy offered to arrange a room for him at the Inn and expressed the hope that he might eventually make Olni his home. Berick said that he would not allow her to pay his legal obligations and would meet them himself.

The afternoon then took an unfortunate turn in Turmus. A restart or rollback was requested, and Kael’s newly furnished home could not safely be restored until it was completed. I had picked up the house and its contents together to protect the work, expecting the restart to occur quickly. Instead, we were told that it might take as long as twenty-four hours. When Kael and I returned later, portions of the area—including the building and Library—were still missing. Rather than remain amid the disruption, we went to the Olni Inn for tea and company.

At the Inn, I met Mersadie, a traveling musician who journeys from city to city and tavern to tavern playing her music. Falconer, Panner, and Panner’s slave Dezora were also present. Kael joined us briefly. During the conversation, I explained that Kael and I had been companions many years ago and that he had given me my first position as a Magistrate, even before I became a Scribe.

Falconer then informed me that there was a case requiring my attention. Berick had drawn steel during an argument with Dain at the Inn the previous night. He was downed, jailed overnight, and released upon Huntsy’s word. Falconer had already prepared a written report and informed Ubar Jarek. Panner had witnessed the incident and provided further details. I accepted the scroll and will begin examining the matter tomorrow.

To Do:

- Wait for confirmation that the Turmus restart or rollback is complete, then restore Kael’s home.

- Review Falconer’s report and begin the legal inquiry concerning Berick, Dain, and the drawn weapon at the Olni Inn.

- Confirm the names of all participants and witnesses and determine whether any additional statements or evidence are required.

- Check upon Panner’s arm and make certain that no injury from the incident requires further attention.

The First Turmus Classes and an Unexpected Suitor

Journal Entry: August 6, 2026
Location: Turmus / Nile River / Olni Var / Summer Sun
Title: The First Turmus Classes and an Unexpected Suitor

Logged in early and spent part of the morning at the Turmus Educational Hall. Laela arrived with Joseph Johnston, an old acquaintance whom I had not seen in a long time. Joseph explained that he had come to Turmus specifically to see how I was doing.

I showed him the school and told him that I continue to serve as a Magistrate and teacher in Olni while teaching here in Turmus. He was impressed by the planned curriculum, especially when I explained that the complete Levels program contains 120 classes and that the first three months are already scheduled.

Our conversation soon became more personal. Joseph asked whether I had a serious suitor and spoke of approaching Father concerning the possibility of courting me. I explained that Father requires any prospective companion to court me for three months and spend time getting to know him. Joseph said that he would contact Captain WIND and later gave me a notecard concerning my possible betrothal. He also spoke protectively about my safety and advised me to travel with an escort.

We discussed my hope of someday being companioned again and my current search for a trained girl. The girl I previously had went south seeking help, so I have contacted the Slavers in both Olni and Turmus and am waiting to hear whether a suitable trained girl becomes available. Before leaving, Joseph reminded me of his concern for my safety and said that he intended to check on me regularly.

As the noon class approached, I became nervous because Kelli had not arrived for our planned morning conversation and I was unaccustomed to having someone review my lessons before I taught them. Carola reassured me and suggested posting an announcement shortly before the class to encourage attendance. Kelli arrived just before the lesson, explaining that he had come to see the classroom.

At noon, I presented the first Turmus City lesson, Merchants and Commerce in the Gorean Novels. Carola, Kelli, ThunderBolt, and Ubara Selia attended. The class opened Track 1: Economics, Trade, and the Merchant Caste, which will continue on Thursdays.

We discussed the different forms of Gorean wealth, the meaning of “Gold has no caste,” metal coinage, foreign coins, letters of credit, Merchant Law, local city jurisdiction, pricing, ledgers, commercial risk, taxation, and the relationship between Merchant Magistrates and city Magistrates.

Kelli contributed several useful legal questions. One concerned which law would govern when someone claimed that a slave had been stolen. The discussion established that the central offense would be theft under city law rather than a Merchant dispute merely because property was involved. Kelli also explained the territorial reach of Turmus Law and noted that it includes the city and much of the surrounding land, though not the area controlled by the Wagon Peoples.

A second discussion concerned accusations that a Merchant had cheated someone. Merchant Law and a Merchant Magistrate may initially govern a commercial dispute, but proven theft or another civil offense may bring the matter before the official city court. We agreed that the best results come when the Merchant Magistrate and city Magistrate cooperate rather than compete for authority.

The class was lively and occasionally wandered from the prepared lesson, but the discussion was valuable. Kelli said afterward that he was impressed and found the class informative. ThunderBolt thanked me and said that he looked forward to the following week’s lesson.

At 4:00 PM, I offered the class again. Carola brought Storm, who wished to learn more about the Merchant role. Since no one else attended, the second session became a personal class for him. Storm listened carefully and later said that the lesson had opened his eyes to several aspects of Merchant role-play and many details he had not previously understood.

I explained that the Merchant and commerce lessons would be offered on Thursdays at both noon and 4:00 PM so students could attend whichever time suited them. I also told him that if he missed both presentations, he could ask me for the lesson afterward. Although the second session had only one student, his sincere interest made it worthwhile.

The first full day of Turmus classes ended better than I had feared. The noon session produced an excellent discussion, and the later session reached a student who genuinely wanted to improve his role-play. A classroom does not need to be crowded to accomplish something meaningful.

To Do:

• Read the betrothal notecard Joseph gave me.
• Inform Father that Joseph intends to contact him about courting me.
• Follow up with the Slavers in Olni and Turmus concerning a trained girl.
• Continue using announcements shortly before each class.
• Prepare An Introduction to the Gorean World for Saturday, August 8 at 11:00 AM SLT.
• Prepare The High Council and the Council of High Castes for Tuesday, August 11 at 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM SLT.
• Prepare Salt, Silk, Spice, and Steel: The Goods of Gorean Trade for Thursday, August 13 at 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM SLT.
• Consider how to keep useful class discussions from taking too much time away from the prepared lesson.

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Meeting Summary: Merchants and Commerce in the Gorean Novels — Noon Class

• Date & Time: August 6, 2026 at 12:00 PM SLT
• Teacher: Lady Kati Evans
• Location: Turmus Educational Hall
• Level & Track: Level 2: The City — Track 1: Economics, Trade, and the Merchant Caste

Attendance:

• Lady Kati Evans — Teacher
• Kelli
• Carola Aromata Titus
• ThunderBolt Kanto
• Ubara Selia

Class Summary:

The first Turmus City class introduced the place of Merchants and commerce within the Gorean novels. The lesson examined how cities depend upon trade routes, markets, transportation, reliable records, enforceable agreements, and the continued movement of necessary goods.

Key Subjects & Discussions:

• Forms of Gorean Wealth:
  • Wealth is not limited to coin.
  • Land, grain, animals, ships, mines, workshops, cargo, slaves, debts, and trade agreements may all represent wealth.
• “Gold Has No Caste”:
  • Merchants do not belong to one of the five traditional High Castes.
  • Merchant wealth may nevertheless influence civic policy, transportation, supplies, markets, and public undertakings.
• Gorean Coinage:
  • The class reviewed tarn disks, tarsks, staters, and tarsk-bits.
  • Coins may differ by city, weight, metal content, denomination, and local valuation.
  • Foreign coins should be weighed and examined for clipping, debasement, false stamps, or counterfeiting.
• Letters of Credit:
  • Letters of credit exist in substantial commercial dealings, especially at the Sardar Fairs.
  • They do not replace coin in ordinary market transactions and may be refused when the issuer or terms are uncertain.
• Merchant Law and City Law:
  • Merchant Law helps regulate commerce between independent Gorean cities.
  • It does not erase the authority of local city law.
  • Merchants conducting business in Turmus remain subject to Turmus Law.
• Stolen Property and Jurisdiction:
  • Kelli asked which law would apply if someone claimed that a slave had been stolen.
  • The group concluded that theft is governed by city law rather than Merchant Law merely because the stolen person is legally considered property.
  • The location of the offense and the jurisdiction in which the parties stand must also be considered.
• Territorial Reach of Turmus Law:
  • Kelli explained that Turmus jurisdiction includes the city and much of the surrounding territory, including most of Shades of Turmus.
  • Land controlled by the Wagon Peoples remains under their authority.
• Merchant Disputes and Fraud:
  • A commercial disagreement may initially fall under Merchant Law and the authority of a Merchant Magistrate.
  • Proven theft or another civil offense may be referred to the official city court.
  • Cooperation between the Merchant Magistrate and city Magistrate was encouraged.
• Prices, Costs, and Ledgers:
  • A high price is not automatically dishonest.
  • Transportation, guards, storage, spoilage, duties, scarcity, danger, and other expenses influence prices.
  • A Merchant’s ledger must distinguish apparent profit from actual profit.
• Taxes and Import Duties:
  • Cities may impose lawful taxes and duties, but these must arise from recognized authority.
  • Officials should not invent charges, licenses, penalties, or customs procedures without legal support.

Conclusion:

The class emphasized that coin must be examined, goods measured, costs calculated, and agreements understood. The Merchant’s first obligation is sound judgment, while the Magistrate’s first obligation is proof.

Kelli described the class as informative and said that he was impressed. ThunderBolt thanked Lady Kati and expressed interest in returning for the following week’s class.

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Meeting Summary: Merchants and Commerce in the Gorean Novels — Afternoon Class

• Date & Time: August 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM SLT
• Teacher: Lady Kati Evans
• Location: Turmus Educational Hall
• Level & Track: Level 2: The City — Track 1: Economics, Trade, and the Merchant Caste

Attendance:

• Lady Kati Evans — Teacher
• Carola Aromata Titus (brought Storm, but did not stay as she was here earlier)
• Storm

Class Summary:

The afternoon presentation became a personal class for Storm, whom Carola brought to the Educational Hall. The lesson covered the foundations of Gorean commerce and their practical application to Merchant role-play.

Key Subjects Covered:

• The importance of Merchants, trade routes, markets, and transportation
• Forms of wealth beyond metal coin
• The meaning of “Gold has no caste”
• Gorean coins, foreign currency, municipal stamps, and debasement
• The limited use of letters of credit
• Merchant Law and its relationship to Turmus Law
• The effects of scarcity, danger, distance, and transportation upon prices
• The purpose of ledgers and the calculation of actual profit
• Taxes, duties, and the limits of official authority
• Inspection of cargo, weights, measures, and unfamiliar coins
• The evidence required to establish commercial fraud

Practical Examples:

• Storm was shown how a Merchant must calculate the full cost of transporting grain, including guards, storage, transportation, and spoilage.
• The class examined a shipment of damp spices purchased with unfamiliar foreign coins.
• The proper response was to inspect the cargo, verify its measure, test the coins, and compare the results with the agreement.
• Foreign goods or coins should not be condemned solely because of their origin.
• Fraud requires evidence of deliberate deception, such as false weights, concealed damage, forged stamps, or clipped coins knowingly passed at full value.

Conclusion:

Storm said the lesson opened his eyes to several aspects of the Merchant role that he had not previously portrayed adequately. He expressed interest in attending future Thursday classes.

Lady Kati explained that the City classes are offered on Thursdays at both 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM SLT. Students who miss both sessions may request the lesson afterward.