Take What You Love

Canadian. 26. spectre. languages: English & French. obsessions: history, Sims, cats.

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Minor PSA

I’ve been absent/sporadic for awhile now because the end of law school and the beginning of my career has been at times dreadful and otherwise delightful, but most of all a whirlwind. I have kept playing the Sims though, and have some screenshots piling up. 

One of the consequences of limited time is that I ended up (accidentally) switching to the Sims 4 - I just couldn’t spare the time it took for the Sims 3 to load. Although I’m still not a huge fan of the Sims 4 cartoonishness, I’ve been won over by quick load times, toddlers, and Tudor-era gable hoods (!). As a result, I have some Sims 3 screenshots left but I’ll be eventually transitioning to the Sims 4. I’m also hoping to post a lot more regularly than I have been.

Just thought you might want to know! 

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Late in the year, Jocelyn and Elysabet shock all of Illyria by announcing that they are expecting a second child. 

The cordial but distant relations between the two have been an open secret for years, not to mention the whispers about the duke’s proclivities. A few folk even go so far as to declare the duchess’ condition a miracle. 

Perhaps some of the only people not bowled over by the news are the de Clairnes. Certainly, they ought not to be, since it was by Catalina’s advice that Jocelyn returned to his wife’s bed in the first place, for the sake of familial harmony as well as appearances. 

Only a handful would know her role, but Catalina does take some small pleasure to think she has had a hand in great matters of state. 

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After many years spent at a distance, Molly finally gives in and visits her sister, heedless of the potential for gossip. She is overjoyed to meet some of her nieces and nephews, and the two sisters talk all afternoon with babes on their laps. 

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At the end of winter, Faustina and Weyland both took ill and went into the afterlife in short order, only days apart.

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In the winter, companions are brought to court to be educated and entertained alongside the future duke. The choices are, of course, largely political. 

Young Martyn Grancourt was selected for his strong lineage and family history of commendable loyalty. Unlike his father however, he doesn’t dream of military glory but rather immortality brought about artistic endeavours.  

Philip Perroy was chosen for his uncle’s useful cunning and his father’s useful wealth, both of which have often been at the disposal of the crown. Elysabet is also pleased to hear that the boy is of a quiet nature, which she hopes will influence Kitt. 

Luis de Clairne is the final companion, and a surprise choice to many people. Those close to the duke and duchess may suspect it to be a decision borne of personal friendship, but those closest of all know that the de Clairnes have become a notable presence in foreign trade and come with their own kinds of connections.  

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Every Thursday that they are both in residence at court, Elysabet makes a point of very publicly going to Jocelyn’s chambers for a private supper. In truth, the conversation is lately stilted and mostly centered around the household and other banalities.

Today, Elysabet muses over this thing and that, while Jocelyn stares at the bottom of his cup and wonders whether his new horse ought to be re-shoed. Suddenly, he jerks his head up, “You want to send Alys away? Why? What’s wrong with the girl?”

“Well yes, Jocelyn. Surely you must see that it is time. She can’t scamper about with Kitt any longer. She must be settled where she can be educated as a young woman.” 

She turned her face away, “Besides, they are too much in each other’s company. You know it can only do ill. Better she be obscure so as to not reignite questions about her parentage.” 

Jocelyn pursed his lips but finally gave a sharp nod. 

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Catalina has arranged for foreign tutors for her boys, and has set them to studying with a firm hand. They now learn Latin grammar, Greek, mathematics, history, and perhaps most significantly, comportment of the upper classes.

Catalina is determined that her family will make up for a lack of notable breeding with incomparable education, precise manners, and the best connections - however obtained. 

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Far from the submissive little mouse Baron Nothwood had anticipated, Reyna is much more of a curious cat with a scheming streak. Oh, she can play the part until lovely little Jem is old enough to wed, and even until the baron’s death if need be. But she can taste the freedom and power in her future. 

Today, she has decided to get a glimpse of that future. She has cajoled Jem into seeking out a fortune teller. 

It all seemed like a fun adventure when she spoke of it, but now Jem’s nervous nature is making him leery of something that could be considered heresy, or worse, witchcraft.  

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Alys and Kitt have become regular playmates, and have made a game of slipping out from underneath the watch of the governess and fleeing into the gardens or elsewhere. 

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The new year brings the opening of the Duke’s Theatre, a great success by all accounts, save the duchess. Unsurprisngly, Elysabet, who grows more reserved and conservative with each passing year, does not enjoy the spectacle of it. 

The rest of the court pays little mind, though, entranced by the acrobats, conjurers, and musicians. In future, there are elaborate plays planned, and Jocelyn hopes to lure great artists to Illyria.  

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As the first of the two friends to be married, Isa still relishes the opportunity to explain the great wisdom she has gained through her few short years as a wife. Mayrie is green with envy, and desperately wishes her father would take more interest in arranging a match for her. Instead, Walden merely chuckles when she brings up the subject, and bids her wait until she is older. 

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The nuns at Whitewood Monastery were not the only ones altering their behaviour in anticipation of the new year. The dawn of 1499 had brought about a renewal of faith for all the people of Illyria. Like much of Christendom, this was motivated less by the Spirit of the Lord and more by the fear of what was to come. The year 1500, “half time after the time” in the Book of Revelation, was now dawning, and many were certain that the end was nigh. 

In the village near the ducal palace, the local parish church has been well attended by both nobles and peasants alike, much to Father Bainard’s satisfaction.  

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Minor PSA

I’ve been absent/sporadic for awhile now because the end of law school and the beginning of my career has been at times dreadful and otherwise delightful, but most of all a whirlwind. I have kept playing the Sims though, and have some screenshots piling up. 

One of the consequences of limited time is that I ended up (accidentally) switching to the Sims 4 - I just couldn’t spare the time it took for the Sims 3 to load. Although I’m still not a huge fan of the Sims 4 cartoonishness, I’ve been won over by quick load times, toddlers, and Tudor-era gable hoods (!). As a result, I have some Sims 3 screenshots left but I’ll be eventually transitioning to the Sims 4. I’m also hoping to post a lot more regularly than I have been.

Just thought you might want to know! 

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As his parents have gotten older and less able, Raedwulf has taken on the care of the household animals, including Leofric.

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Medieval Themed Careers (MASTERPOST)

Blacksmith, Knight, Midwife, Priest, Page (and more COMING SOON)

Much research went into these careers, and while I’m sure they aren’t 100% accurate, but they sure beat Tech Guru and Astronaut in being era appropriate

Descriptions, objectives, pay rates and hourly shifts are meant to reflect historical accuracy. The Peteran and Jacoban branches of the Priest career are based on the careers from The Sims Medieval, and the images used for both come from TSM wiki.

These are rabbit hole careers, not Active or Work from Home professions.

Attempts were made to use gender neutral language in every career, but the Priest career especially made that difficult. There are no gendered pronouns in the career descriptions, including the Midwife career, which uses neutral terms in place of mother/father to fit your diverse Simming needs.

Made using Zerbu’s Mod Constructor. Thank you to the testers @atheduchess-transl​ and Mimi, and for the advice from @llazyneiph​ and @mizoreyukii​.

Download and career levels under the cut ->

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The benefit of having a mother from a far-off land is that Theohild was taught to both read and write, skills that are useless to most of the village but which please her nonetheless. Over the years, the occasional traveller or trader has given up Latin texts that Theohild has treasured long after her siblings grew bored of them. This only adds to her peculiar reputation, but she does not worry overly much about it.  

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Unlike Theohild, whose head was always filled with daydreams, and Weynild, who was disinterested in her mother’s accompanying life advice, Saethryth is happy to sit with Faustina and weave for hours on end.