Brother Legic,

You state in your post, "because of a little hardship, and the loss of
the election, you leave?"

I know that during that period you weren't around very much, but to have
something that happened in your own guild so misconstrued to you is
disappointing.

As a refresher, to my 'lack of dedication' to the Sentaari and 'not
caring.' There was a young Monk in the guild at the time I was serving
as Secretary, who had a bad temper and was oft getting his nose into
where it didn't belong. I took this young Monk aside and spoke with him,
and managed to calm him down and help to begin the task of steering him
down the right path. He was later attacked, right in front of my very
own eyes, and in self defense he slay his attacker. Myself and the
then-Guildmaster both spoke with this young Monk about what had
happened, and how he should try to avoid these situations in the first
place, so that he might not have to fight even in self defense while he
is so young.

After we left for the night, Denarii came around and took it upon
himself to outguild said Monk for what had happened while I was there.
As a result of the heated words and actions which ensued from my and
many others outrage at Denarii, I asked that we both be removed as
Secretaries. I, because I had lost my temper and I needed time to cool
off, so that I might restore myself to a Balanced state. Denarii,
because he had grossly abused his powers and taken advantage of a young
Student, a Student who eventually left the realms because of how he felt
about the hypocrisy that had been done to him.

I have never stopped caring about the Sentaari. But I care about the
young people in this world, for not long ago I was one of them too. I
care about setting a good example. I care about giving Students a little
extra leeway to screw up as they learn their way in this exciting world.
Lastly, I care about a Guild where I know the powers of those over me
will not be abused.

Denarii lost my trust. That is something he will never regain. I have
said then, and throughout time since then, that once he no longer served
as Secretary, I would return to the Guild. I have remained actively
interested and involved in things as much as I can, in constant
communication with Clio, Cecilia, Synsei, Veriara, and Takara, among
others, whenever I see them.

To the Sentaari - My heart will never replace the piece that was broken
off when I felt I had to part ways with you. I stand, to this day, as
half a man. My hope, as I say, lies in the chance that someday you will
accept me back. To Brother Legic - If you have concerns about my views
that I openly state, I welcome your debate with open arms. But please,
if it's my character you wish to slander, speak with me personally. I'm
not afraid to drag my face in the mud, but I'd prefer everyone else
didn't have to endure the splatter.

Regards,
Brother Ishuri

Penned by my hand on the 4th of Midautumn, in the year 94 MA.