Bartholomew Ritz's Links
My best friend. Talented, beautiful, exacting and powerful. The definition of Magnificent. He impresses me everyday in how he thinks, acts, his handle on his magic, and ability keep looking as fabulous and well put together as he always does. Don't tell him that though. He's a big fuckin asshole whose head needs to be sufficiently shrunk. Still, he's my best friend, and I'm rather fond of even his most insufferable behavior, even though it makes me want to punch him in his smug face. He's supremely fun to pull pranks on because he always reacts and gets so mad. Or he catches me. It's delightfully thrilling and I love the look on his face when I pull one over on him. He's not afraid to pay me back either, so the fun never ends. Sometimes he goes a little too far though. He keeps a lot of secrets and I'm eager to find out what they are, though I've had very mixed results. Sometimes, I find I can't confront him at all and just pretend like I don't know in an attempt to retroactively respect his privacy. But he also butted in trying to pull things out of me that I wasn't sure I was ready to share. It's a balance. I don't want to lose him. He can be about as reckless as I am sometimes, but he tends to be fairly capable most days. I still worry about him. He needs to be kept safe. He needs a voice of reason just as much as I do.... It's weird. I look back so fondly on those days when it was just us traveling around getting on each other's last nerve while searching for Orvot. But I much prefer things as they are now, than how they were back then.
Ah, the pest himself.
What is there to say about Bart -- aside from him being the biggest moron I have ever met. Have I mentioned I call him "Malai"? It translates to "Idiot" in my native tongue. It has to be the most fitting name he could ever receive.
...But I would be lying if I said that my life hasn't benefited from Bart's arrival. I intended for him to be nothing more than a pawn, yet this bastard somehow dug his nails in to me and I cannot let him go. We hardly see eye to eye, but I do take his words into consideration. I don't intend for him to know that.
Despite our arguments and his annoying behavior, I find it hard to imagine life without him. With each passing day, it feels as if I need him around that much more... Another detail I don't want him knowing.
Perhaps if I can find a way to drop him in a random location and abandon him, I'll be rid of these pesky thoughts and these unfitting feelings.
Bug!! My adorable younger sister. She was rescued off a ship from some nasty people who were intent to do some messed up stuff. She travelled with us for a while and we played all sorts of games together. It is very important that she be kept safe and allowed to live a fulfilling life without fear.
Big Brother!
He's the best! He gives me food, sings to me, and plays all kinds of games too! I never had a big brother before, so he's the best! I wanna stay with my big brother all the time!
Love of my life, beau of my eyes. This silvery fellow my tongue ties. He was the first person to ever offer to share his home and life with me. He's so kind and gentle. Loving. My partner in crime when I can convince him to play along with me. We grew so close together so quickly that I can hardly imagine a life without him. Sometimes it scares me. I still worry on the daily that I might have dreamed this all up. Or that I'll wake up to any empty bed. I sleep on him a lot, so that eases my worries somewhat. It's hard to believe someone like him really exists in the world. He's a worrywart for sure, which wouldn't be such a problem if he didn't take issue with almost everything I want to do. But that might actually say more about me than it does about him. It's hard to tell what he's thinking sometimes, which is funny because he's so honest. He doesn't talk about himself all that much, deeply in contrast to my best friend. I wish he would more. In that way, he sort of reminds me of Hildar. I want to keep him safe. I don't want to lose him. Especially not with so much more we still have to learn about each other.
Bart is... Odd. He can be confusing at times, and there are moments when I cannot understand a thing that he says or does. However, he's very kind, passionate, talented, loving, charming... I suppose I could go on for ages describing what it is about him that I find so appealing.
There are times when he frustrates me to no end, where he can be stubborn and refuse to listen to any sort of reason. His face will scrunch up as he frowns, he will whine and act so childish to get his way. It's something I both hate and enjoy.
It's funny that he has managed to become so important to me in such a short amount of time, considering I wanted nothing to do with humanoids at all... Yet I can't picture spending a day without him... He helps ease my fears, supports my choices... Though he is a hypocrite. I can't tell you how many times I have had to risk my safety for his, yet I am the one to be lectured afterwards. Honestly. If you wished for me to be safe, you wouldn't be so reckless as well.
This guy thought I was Orvot's pet and trapped me and my friends in his weird pocket dimension. He says it was an accident but I don't know if I trust him.
This guy doesn't seem to like me very much for some reason. I tried to sneak in with his group, but he didn't seem fond of the idea. Then I got caught up in his trouble and him and his buddy totally ditched me. Still, he seems otherwise pretty chill. Maybe I can find some way to win him over?
A very dear friend of mine. Intelligent, beautiful and helpful. She has a unique sense of humor and often will say things that I don't altogether understand. She does try to help me understand though and I appreciate her all the more for it. She's great company and a great conversationalist. I'd love to pay her back for all she's done for me so far. Maybe with a bit of music? I was heartbroken when I made the decision to give up her book due to growing concerns for my safety and to balance everything that had happened. I miss her everyday, though she promised we'd see each other again someday. I still wonder what she did with all my blood....
In all of my years of existence, I have never once met a person who genuinely considered me to be a friend. I have tested him, given him items that could taint a lesser man.
Yet he remains.
Every version I have seen, every alternate Bart I have spoken to... It seems as if there is not much of a change. It surprises me.
But... There is one version of this man I met once but cannot seem to find again. He gave me something I now hold dear, that I will forever keep by my side. I wish to repay such a gift, so I will watch over every single Bartholomew Ritz I encounter.
Perhaps... One day, I will share everything with him. When he is ready, I will tell him everything I can. I wonder if he will realize it for himself.
A kindly old woman who sold me a journal and pen for a good price in my time of need! The tea she drinks smells sort of funny, and I'm somewhat unnerved by her appearance, but she gave me some free advice and seems pretty wise. All in all, I like her quite a bit and she doesn't seem to mind me at all. I suppose my only complaint is that often times, I'm unable to efficiently find her shop twice in one day. It's as though it disappears like some sort of magic. Very odd indeed, but thrilling nonetheless.
A curious adventurer indeed. Not many people wander to my shop twice, yet this fellow openly announces himself!
If you ask me, he doesn't focus on the right topics. Wide eyes but as blind as they come.
I can't wait to see what he has to ask of me next.
Hot damn, I never expected Orvot's fa would be such a talented silver fox. I could listen to him play all day. He seems like a lot of fun. Orv and him look a lot alike. He's into some shady shit, surprisingly in a good way. I'm not really sure what all he's up to, but I know it's dangerous and involves people that want to kill his kind. We helped him out with something that was related to his main mission. As an aside something's wrong with his ears. I'm not too clear on what, but I know it involves those whistles that the slayers use.
I'm still upset with him for not keeping in contact with his family-- especially Orvot. He says it's too dangerous. I think that's bull. But what do I know.
All in all, I'd say I like him.
Bart is a talented bard who I've had the pleasure of hearing but not yet the honor of playing with. Perhaps we can correct that in the future, but for now, I'm content.
He is incredibly reckless and that worries me, but he does have a good heart and seems to act on that. Regardless of what I think, my son does love him, so I at least approve of him.
In a way, Bart reminds me a lot of myself when I was younger. Impulsive, talented, caring about the ones around you - even if our methods aren't always the best.
This guy showed up outta nowhere this one time after we went back to Tygeo's lair. Turns out he's Orvot's brother? Ardim the Strong-Minded. He's super strict looking, he's shorter than me and I'm intimidated by him. I'm not sure what it is about him. I feel like maybe he wants to punch me in the face. But that can't be right, I haven't even done anything yet. I mean I did end up stumbling in my words when I tried to talk to him, but nothing that would make him want to punch me I don't think... Unless he doesn't like puns. In which case, he might in fact have a reason.
All that being said our visit did seem to end on a high note, despite me putting my foot in my mouth. Maybe there's hope yet.
From what I've seen of him, this guy is a total nut case. He's just weird, but I guess Kosj is too. So long as he doesn't get my brother killed, I don't see much of an issue with Bart.
He's got like what, maybe sixty years left? How much trouble can he cause?
Man. Some days you're doing alright, and other days a watery wolf puts the smack down on your sense of ego. This water-y goddess seems to have a penchant for dropping truth bombs. The first time I met her, she told me something that I really didn't want to be true but whether a modicum or an ocean, there was truth to what she said. Am I a bad person for benefiting from the destruction of an entire planet of people because it has forced a group of people to have to stay and put up with my antics? Because the death of a civilization improved my social life a smidgen? There were people that died that I cared about, but she is right. Of my group, I probably benefitted most from that extinction event. It makes me feel disgusting.
Oh Bartholomew. I know you have a deep dislike for me... But your life is about to get better, I assure you. Not only because you have found new companions... But where your journey will lead. Go ahead, hate me, but It will accomplish nothing.
Man. If I had a foot for every mouth I opened, i'd have at least one foot and a nose full of fist. This darling young lady comes from a planet that my team sought to broker peace or a truce on. That went down like a lead balloon. Poor Felicity is alone on the Orbiter with no one and nothing. I will do what I can to help her. If only we could have covinced her friends to come along. If only I had chosen my words more carefully.
Bart has to be my closest living friend at this point. He was part of the party that saved me, though... I was sure he was going to hate me. I know it's not my fault what Hawk did, but I cannot help feeling somehow responsible. But... I'm happy he's my friend! He's funny and great company. I want to help him like he helped me some day.
Man. This guy. Working hard or hardly working? He seems to really like Orvot. I feel pretty lukewarm about him, but if he's gonna show Orv what love is all about, I'm gonna try to help him out where I can. Love is the greatest force in this world.
Bart is eccentric, and I guess that's my favorite part about him *chuckles* he's a good guy, he really is. He has a big heart, and... An odd obsession with fire.
Woah! Who is that? Have I met this person? Dang, she's awfully pretty. Unfortunately, i don't remember her. Or her name. If i were to run into her today, I would be totally embarrassed for having forgotten her name.
Ah yes. Child of Orvot. Thief. Bandit. What's not to love? She's pretty ridiculous. It's pretty funny seeing Orv parent her. I think they must need each other.
Bart is odd. Apparently he's my "brother" on paper but not my uncle or third dad? Weird. But Bart is kind and pretty funny.
I..... I definitely don't know this person right? There's no way. Maybe Jankas knows?
Bart!! Bart is so nice! And he's so funny! I hope he and I can become great friends! I wonder if he and Orvot are a thing...? They sure seem that way.
Baker extraordinaire! She had a dream! And i helped her get there! She doesn't do as much fried fish anymore but she makes an exception for me. I'm proud of her. Bakers are really good at keeping secrets. They tuck them away in their bread and whisper into the heat of the oven to stave off temptation. Bread smells good but i can't really eat it. Too bad...
Bart has to be my best friend, and my biggest cheerleader! He didn't have to help me fund my Cafe, but he did anyway! I cannot thank him enough! He has a discount for life, and fish made special for him for as long as he lives!
Bart is so sweet and perhaps the nicest person I have ever met. We didn't have long to chat, but he did stop his teammates from attacking me, and together we walked around some ruins.
We spoke for a little bit, and he was thrilled to have me chat - which... Is a first for me. When we parted ways, he gave me a hug - a proper one, and I nearly cried.
How can someone so sweet exist? Yes, he has fiendish traits, but he has treated me far better than anyone else. I... I want to repay the favor to him.
She doesn't like me. I know it. Why? Because i warned her about that scary demon she has living in her house? I don't know. Maybe I did something wrong again?
This is the smart lady's kid. We met her briefly..... i don't.. i think she's smart too. Was she also an inventor?
This guy witnessed my group fighting like a bunch of teenagers. I don't think it earned us any respect. If anything, we probably lost some. I'm not sure I can ever go back to this bar.
Smart lady give me beard potion grow good beard. Good potion. Good lady. Cranky.