Journal Entry: 2026/01/26 Location: Ironheart / Lara II Mood/Title: The Burden of Scarlet
The day was defined by the transition from the quiet inquiries of students to the heavy weight of military history. In the morning, I sat with Dina, Luca, and Sam, navigating their questions about the "Back to Basics" (BTB) philosophy and the struggle to reconcile ancient Gorean traditions with the modern perspectives brought by those from Earth. It is a delicate balance—teaching them that while a slave may be property, there is a complex social structure and "Home Stone" logic that governs our every move. Sam's struggles with his sight and hearing remind me of how much we take for granted in this world; I hope the note cards I provided help him find his way.
By evening, the tone shifted. I held a formal session on Military Science and the Scarlet Caste for a newcomer named Ross. We stripped away the romanticized glory of the warrior to reveal the "walls of the city made flesh." We spoke of the Code of the Sword, the predatory nature of the Tarn, and the brutal efficiency of the Phalanx. It is vital that they understand: a Warrior is not a killer, but a disciplined extension of the Law. Without the Scarlet, the Blue Caste has no ink, and the High Council has no voice. Ross seems eager, especially given his new role as a guard. I hope he takes the assignment to watch the arena seriously; there is much to be learned in the silence between strikes.
To Do:
Check on Braille/Translation options: See if there are more accessible ways for Sam to "read" the Gorean scrolls.
Prepare for next week: Draft the lesson on Gorean Geography (Voltai Mountains, Thassa Sea, and the wilderness).
Contract Review: If Ross visits Ar's Station, offer to help him review the terms of his guard contract.
Personal Reading: Continue listening to Book #23 on Audible.
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