Entry 1:
Our studies of global crisis indicators show a high probability of a
catastrophic event arriving some time around year 783. Preparations are underway
for the fortification of our store of knowledge, but the Mage Council withholds
its resources. I am afraid, for the moment, the mountain retreat will need to
remain as it is.
Entry 2:
Lord Atlan's son shows a disturbing predilection for magical innovation. While
this in and of itself may be an admirable quality, the lad's carelessness and
cavalier attitude to the very serious consequences of experimentation are
troubling. We must hope that the boy does not find himself in a position of
great public power or responsibility.
Entry 3:
...total lack of foresight in trapping him, or it, in that soul gem. It's
obvious to anyone with half an intellect that the gem was improperly
constructed. We have brought our concerns to the Mage Council, but they regard
us as paranoid fanatics whose concerns can be ignored. One need only look around
to see the appalling lack of resources...
Entry 4:
The Third Adjunct Assistant to the Lecturer on Shadow Creatures has inspired
quite an energetic round of debates by postulating that he is still able to
communicate with his minions! As a matter of fact, the Chief Researcher has
rebutted that...
Entry 5:
The Chancellor insists that I, of all people, lead an expedition to investigate
that standing stone on the nearby peak. I admit, the runes of old Dericost can
be an intriguing and worthwhile subject of inquiry, and its inscriptions are
uncommonly well-preserved, but one would think that the monolith would be a low
priority in such times as this.