http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/ News from the Dark Side of the Holonet. en-us http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/reports.php?report=13566 First business, then onto something a little more personal. I would like to congratulate Jeric Cyrin in becoming Praetor. He has shown me that he can handle the reins without needing anyone to tell him so and his work has improve greatly since I first started working with him. I look forward to working alongside him. Also due to work and personal issues, Robin Hawk has resigned as Magistrate. Looking over the applications received, I have brought Ekeia Iclo and Dralin Fortea on board. The two of them have shown me that they have the heart and skill to do the job. I look forward to seeing how well they do on the Staff. Please join me in congratulating everyone who has taken up a position in the Office. Now to something that I want to address. By the time you read this, I will be on my way to Great Lakes, Illinois for training to become a sailor in the United States Navy. I have wanted to join the military since I was a child and now that I have taken a step in this direction, I am looking forward to this journey. What does this mean? I will be taking an extended LoA until June 15th to be on the safe side. Hopefully, I will be back before then. If by that time I cannot perform my duties, I will give Muz and Sarin my resignation. I do not believe this will be an issue but I like to make sure everything is in order. While I am gone, Jeric will be holding down the fort for the Herald's Office and I ask that Muz make sure they don't ruin my office too badly. If so, I ask that he punish the culprits with Force Lightning. :P. Til my return, please direct any questions you may have to Jeric and Muz. As for my duties as a member of the ACC Staff, I will be moving to the Reserves until Erin says she misses me badly. Then I'll make my appearance all sexily and such. :P With all of the sappy crap done with, let's get to the sexiness! Sidarace Taldrya Shaz'air Completed by Jeric: Kyra Starfire Tra'an Reith Dralin Fortea Imil C. Ucindus Completed by Ekeia: Inarya Jagen Phoenix Completed by Dralin: Scion Altera Lambow Tsainetomo Keibatsu Sadow Sidarace Taldrya Shaz'air Completed by Jeric: Legorii Kryotek Entar Completed by Dralin: Indoril "Knight" Do'Urden This past month, I have had two sides of people talk to me or others in regards to my decision to join the military. One side has said that they are proud of me for taking up this position while the other side says it is foolish and because I had no other choice but to do so. What people do not realize is the military has been as much a part of me as my own flesh and blood. As a child, this is something I wanted to do and now, I found a way to combine my adult goals with my childhood goals. How so? I want to serve my country and I want to get a college degree. The Navy is offering me a chance to do this and I would be a fool to lose this chance while doing a job I feel I would enjoy very much. So while I accept the thanks and the congratulations from those who give it, I look at the others and ask them where I have made my mistake. I am doing what I want and I aim to be successful at it. How can this be a mistake? It isn't by my eyes. Seeing as this is my life, I believe my perceptions will be more valuable to me than the words of those who are quick to judge. I apologize if this session of the Wolf's Den seems a little aggressive but this is a goal I wanted to accomplish and I have. Our goals and hopes are all that we have at the end of the day. No one has the right to tread on them. And on that note, I thank everyone for your support and I will see you all in June. May the Force serve you well... Robes: 111 Lightsabers: 348 Warbanners: 346 Miscellaneous: 132 -DA Shikyo Keibatsu Sadow Herald of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood Samurai of the Keibatsu Bloodline]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5758
Along with Kir and Shikyo, the Shadow Academy is also running a DJB-wide competition. I was planning on talking about it in my next report, but since that is pushed back I'm making a news announcement instead.

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Tombs of Wisdom

Hidden under the folds of Lyspair's vast terrain rests a vast Brotherhood Library known as the Dark Vault. Here lies thousands of years of history and knowledge of the Dark Brotherhood, the Dark Side, and the Galaxy and all that it holds. Between the hundreds of scrolls and datacards, there is information here enough to last a scholar five lifetimes.

A person's access to the Dark Vault varies. The newest of Apprentices are granted access to only the most basic of wisdom, while Elders see much more. So, too, does this rule apply for one's position. Even the Headmaster cannot enter as many rooms as the Grand Master, and indeed there are those sections that no one has seen since the original settlement of Antei's moon, even surviving the pillaging of the Yuuzhan Vong.

You have traveled to Lyspair to access the Dark Vault, searching for a piece of knowledge that will help you on your life quest. Little did you know, however, that you would find much more than what you asked for.

Write a short fiction of at least three pages detailing what you discovered within the tombs of the Dark Vault, and the impact it had on you. It may be ancient wisdom, reborn knowledge, or something of an entirely new origin.

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Entries must be single-spaced, 12 font. All entries should be sent to sacompetitions@gmail.com

Second-level crescents go to the top three entries. This should be a fun and original piece of fiction, so I look forward to reading your pieces! Questions should be sent to me, while details can be found here!

Aabsdu
Headmaster of the Brotherhood]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5757
You can check it out here.]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5756 Due to the low level of submissions I've had so far, I'm making 2 changes to the competition. I'm adding an extra week (due date is a week from tomorrow), and I'm lowering the requirement to 2 pages. Now get started!

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"The Forms of Vendetta are very specific," argued the Right Hand of Justice, "and they must be obeyed. There is no room for debate in this matter."

The Justicar nodded, then turned as the Left Hand began to speak, "We all know the Forms are archaic. The Clans have fought valiantly and now we are to punish their members?"

The Right Hand vigorously disagreed, "It isn't a matter of punishing their valor - the Forms prevent the Clans from decending into total chaos! If you think I will stand by while-"

"Enough." Said the Justicar, ending the debate. "The Forms may be ancient, but it is not our place to ignore them as we please. As long as they stand, we must enforce them. The tribunal will begin tomorrow, both of you shall be prepared."

Both Hands bowed to the bench, "Yes, Justicar."

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The first general directive of the Art of Vendetta is, " The Forms of the Art of Vendetta must be obeyed." While our actual Codex entry includes many practical rules and descriptions, fictionally it could be assumed there is a more involved system governing the actions of Clans in Vendetta via the Forms. Therefore, after each Vendetta the Chamber of Justice would be tasked with sorting through claims of violations.

Your task is to create a work of fiction which details several of the alleged violations from the Rite of Supremacy. Detail the work of the Chamber (both publically and behind the scenes) to get to the truth of these difficult matters.

This competition will run for two weeks, with all submissions being due by Saturday, March 27. Submissions should be emailed to Justicar Kir Katarn.

Details
-Updated: 2 pages minimum, TNR, 12pt, Single spaced
-Awards - 2nd level Crescents



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Signups for the Journeymen Ladder will be open until Saturday, March 27 at 11:59 PM EST. To sign up, e-mail me with your name, rank and PIN. Since the competition is for Journeymen, if you want to participate you must hold the rank of Dark Jedi Knight or below at the time the competition starts. Participants are not required to qualify before signing up for the Ladder.

I'm looking forward to seeing what everyone can do!]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5753


Clan Headquarters, Karufr
Kr'Tal System

The three light saber hilts lay before him arrayed from the most ornate to the basic armory model from left to right. They had only arrived earlier that day in a plain package, delivered in person by the Proconsul of Clan Scholae Palatinae, Archpriest Ood Bnar Scythe'rae. The towering Neti had given the package to the Proconsul of Taldryan, as protocol dictated, before leaving in a hurry. There was no worry of the package containing explosives, the attempt would have provoked an outright conflict; something neither of the battered Clans could afford. Instead, it contained the sole remaining artifacts of three journeymen lost during the Rite in battle against the Palatinae forces. The Armory Saber, complete with a sapphire adegan crystal, still bore the faint outline of caked blood.

Vodo lifted it gently, using the force to spin it in air, rotate it along its length; He appreciated the fine artisanship of the design, standard for all journeymen who wielded it. Firmly, the Twi'lek took the saber into his hand and felt the cool of its metal exterior while the material itself told him the story of its owner. The man barely out of his teens had been a Jedi Hunter, not so far from compelting his Dark Jedi Knight trials. He'd been slain by a human Dark Jedi Knight, a little less than 2 meters tall. The symbol of a Kyrat Dragon adorned his shoulder. The image burned itself into Vodo's memory as he vowed personal vengeance. This solemn ceremony he performed twice more, gently reading the fallen Dark Jedi's last moments and promising them satisfaction. Thirty-one times before had he performed this ceremony from the time he'd been appointed as a battleteam leader. Twenty-four times had he carried out his promise. Ten more times would he do so.

Taldryan News

-Shadow Taldrya has stepped down from Aedile of House Dinaari. We thank him for his service and dedication to Dinaari and Taldryan as we open up his position to the Clan for applications till the end of the month. Send your apps to Sharad.
-The TT still needs your submissions. Please send all entries to Vorion and myself. We're looking for Graphics, short stories, poetry, humorous articles, and editorials.

Brotherhood News

-GM Sarin has stepped back into the spot light as the Deputy Grand Master.
-Shikyo is godly.
-Clusters of Fire are being sent out by the Tribune of Gaming

Competitions

Tombs of Wisdom - Entire DJB, Offered by the Head Master
St. Herald's Day - Entire DJB, Offered by the Herald
Pinnicle of Power - Clan Taldryan, Offered by the Proconsul
Past Reveled II - House Ektrosis, Offered by QUA Sidarace






Benevolent Taldrya Whiner
1 x Silver Nova
1 x Anteian Cross

Vodo Biask Taldrya
1 x Gold Nova
1 x Solver Nova
1 x Bronze Nova

Rian Aslar
1 x Bronze Nova

Jac Cotelin
1 x Gold Nova
1 x Silver Nova
1 x Steel Cross

Vorion
1 x Gold Nova

Halcyon Taldrya
1 x Gold Nova
1 x Steel Cross

Shaz'air Taldrya Rathden
1 x Gold Nova

Krieg Brasche
1 x Dark Cross

DarkAmiz
1 x Dark Cross

Andryan "Ace" Queldom
1 x Dark Cross

Arkin Netall
1 x Anteian Cross

Seraine "Erinyes" Ténama
1 x Bronze Nova
1 x Dark Cross

Vardar Fen'Amar Taldrya
1 x Steel Cross

Sharad Taldrya Hett
1 x Steel Cross





-As a reminder, the Brotherhood and Clan Taldryan use IRC as our main means of communication. Here you can talk to and meet with all the members of our organization, build friendships, and stay interactive. It goes a long way to making your time in this club more memerable and worthwhile.
-I'd like to point out that several people above recieved merit awards for participation in the RoS, but deserve a little more description. Sharad entered nearly every event and placed fourth place four times. He didn't get a single Novae but still went a very long ways to helping our clan score points. Vardar also didn't win any novae, but his performance gaming was unrivaled and only goes to enlargen his ego.

-During the Rite of Supremacy Asani Vosa, long time member of the Brotherhood in both Taldryan and Scholae Palatinae was taken from this world. Her car was hit on an icey road by a drunk driver. Lokasena, who was also in the car with her, suffered some broken bones but is otherwise well. We wish him well and mourn his loss.

~Consul Vodo Biask Taldrya

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Grand Master Sarin will be returning to the position of Deputy Grand Master.

Sarin brings with him substantial experience, a heck of a work ethic, and a demonstrated ability to work with me. He has been continually advising me on my own projects and on several others that have been floating around on the DC level. Moving him from the role of unofficial advisor to official one is a real no-brainer. It is my opinion, and that of the Star Chamber, that he will be an exceptional re-addition to the Dark Council. Welcome him back, everyone.

Look for a report/news post from him shortly.]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5751
Title: St. Herald's Day

Specifics:
My favorite holiday is St. Patrick's Day and in celebration of this
wonderous day, I have wondered... what would the Herald's Staff look like
if they celebrated this drunken holiday? Well, give me your interpretation
of this. Would Shikyo hold his own in a drinking contest with his Praetor,
or was he praising the Porcelin involuntarily? Design this image in
whatever graphic program you may have. Top 3 places will get 2nd level
crescents.

Start Date: 3/13/2010
End Date: 3/31/2010

Unit in Competition: Entire DJB
Other:

Platforms:
Graphics Programs (Any)

Awards:
2nd Level Crescents

Comments:
Must be humorous and please send to myself and Jeric. Good luck!

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The above says it all. The Herald's Office wants to know what we'd look like drunk. Good luck and enjoy!]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5750


1st, Fang Ao Tian with 11 clicks.



2nd, Howlader also with 11 clicks.



3rd, Jagen Phoenix with 12 clicks.



Congratulations and medals are in the mail.]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5749 EDITED – See: 1^st off-week results
Off-Week Gaming Results
As you know, Novae were promised to the top CF-hunter-gatherers, and here they are. Finally, right? May I ask you to accompany me as we congratulate the following people on their outstanding performance during the Rite of Supremacy clan-vs-clan-relaxation-period.

– 1^st off-week results–

1^st place: Jscumm – The lone Arconan, a great job with 106 Clusters of Fire.
2^nd place: Angelo Dante – A tremendous effort and not too far from the first place scorer with 98 Clusters of Fire.
3^rd place: Cado H'darr – A sound scorer for third place with 90 Clusters of Fire.
3^rd place: Solus Gar – Previously the fourth scorer, now third with 82 Clusters of Fire.

Note: During the first off-week, it was found that Cado had been playing without being present in #DBGaming, which, as I'm sure you know, is a direct violation of the Rites of Combat. Normally this would imply a mere warning, but in Vendetta time it also excludes the person in question from placing in that event.

The way the CoJ works from a match violation standpoint is we give a warning first, then take further action after that - which is what we did. However, in Vendettas, the warning typically excludes that person from placing in that particular event. ~ Kir

Very tough competition there, give them a congratulatory man-slap on the back if you happen to catch them on IRC. Let’s go take a look at the results of the second off-week, shall we?

– 2^nd off-week results–

1^st place: Cado H’Darr – The third place scorer from the first week returns to triumph over all others with 18. Ok so there was a little less participation. It’s still a triumph. Go look it up!
2^nd place: Angelo Dante – Keeping his place with 16 Clusters of Fire.
3^rd place: Fremoc Pepoi – Taking it with 9 Clusters of Fire.

Clan vs. Clan Gaming Results (Bonus)

Even though none of us are getting novae for it, some members asked me to make a commentary on the standings of individuals on these weeks as well. I’m only too happy to oblige. I ordered them by Clusters of Fire gathered, since that’s the system that Muz wanted to use for the off-weeks. If you guys wanted Win/Loss ratio.. well.. I’m running out of paper with all the little stick counts I’ve been doing for the RoS awards. Here we go:

– 1^st week standings (Taldryan vs. Scholae Palatinae) –

1^st place: Vardar Fen’Amar Taldrya (33 Clusters of Fire)
2^nd place: Andryan “Ace” Queldom (29 Clusters of Fire)
3^rd place: Cado H’darr (17 Clusters of Fire)

– 3^rd week standings (Scholae Palatinae vs. Plagueis vs. Tarentum) –

1^st place: Solus Gar (148 Clusters of Fire)
2^nd place: Kaira Rohana (119 Clusters of Fire)
3^rd place: Evix Jhredmo (83 Clusters of Fire)

I'd like to thank Shadow for his help in crunching the numbers for this. Couldn't have done it without your Excel magic. Have a thrust on me.

That's all for now, guys. Enjoy the shinies, you put in the effort and you deserve them.

~ Vardar Fen'Amar Taldrya]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5748
After what seemed like days, the tight winding stairway opened up into an unwelcoming hall. The walls were bare, bearing only the natural marks left in the igneous rock from which it was carved. A dozen or so pillars rose from the ground, hopelessly preventing the miles of earth above it from crushing the Exarch. His hand slipped to his blaster, he could feel the presence of power and evil in this place.

His mission was to investigate this place; The command came from the Emperor himself. Over the years the Obelisk had fought tirelessly for the Empire, he was one of the few whose loyalty was never questioned. On many occasions, Dante remained silent when he’d been passed over for merit and reward. He was growing tired of that feeling, tired of the lack of recognition and tired of the Emperor’s broken promises. This would undoubtedly be his last mission for The Usurper; times had changed.

He stepped forward, admiring the simplicity of the pillars and lamps that lit the cavernous hall. His palms sweated as his fingers wrapped tightly around the pistol’s grip. The hall was warm, excessively so; warmed by the currents of thermal energy, wafting up from the Planet’s core. He felt uneasy; Who wouldn’t?

Another step forward and the plot unraveled. Seven figures, hooded and obscured from identification appeared from behind the giant stone pillars. His trigger finger squeezed, releasing a few stray bolts from the clumsy weapon. At the center of the ghostly formation, the bolts diffused into a puff of white smoke. The weapon was pulled from his hand, crumpled into a mass of twisted metal and electronics. Dante fumbled, he reached for his lightsaber; their power was immense.

A familiar voice spoke to him. “Who is it that dares seek the Secrets of Judecca?”

The Exarch stepped forward, proudly proclaiming himself. “I, Angelo Dante.”

The voice stepped forward, pulling back his hood to reveal his face. The heavy woolen cloak fell to the ground, revealing the full battle attire of Emperor. His lightsaber clicked to life, crackling and hissing in the moist air of the Cavern. Dante knew it would come to this eventually; one can never remain friends with a Sith forever. He knew better than to fight the group outright. Though cunning and guile were never typical attributes of the Obelisk Order, Angelo Dante possessed plenty of both. In calm stride, the Exarch raised his weapon; it too snapped to life.

The friends stared each other down, while the remaining 6 phantom-like bodies encircled the wary Exarch. Thran leapt into action, thrusting his saber towards his loyal friend. In turn they went around the Circle, taking their turns at the Obelisk; Two Masters and an array of Equites. Dante stood tall; he knew they were toying with him. After some time, the pale and slender face of the Emperor returned to the center of the Circle.

He held up his hand, and the others backed off. He spoke, as his lightsaber went dormant.

“Angelo Dante…You have, through years of service, and rite of combat, proven yourself capable and willing to protect our beloved Clan to the greatest of your ability. You have proven yourself not only to me, but to the assembled family.” Spoke the Emperor, as the others peeled back their hoods.

“Congratulations, Brother. Together, we vow to protect the secrets of the Empire and to advance all of her endeavors.” The Bakuran said.

Each Palpatine stepped forward to welcome their new brother; shaking hands and exchanging hugs. Behind the smiles, a silent concern swept through the ranks of the royal family. They would watch their newest Son closely.

“Welcome, then, Son of Palpatine. I proclaim you Angelo Dante-Palpatine, a defender of the Empire!” The Emperor proclaimed, accompanied by beguiled applause. He placed his arm around Dante and smiled.

The Obelisk looked at his old friend and laughed “About time…”

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~

Congratulations to Angelo Dante-Palpatine, who has just earned the Clan Honorific title. Dante, you have, for years, preserved and upheld the integrity of the Clan. Congrats again.

Drinks are on Dante.

-Thran Occasus, Consul of Clan Scholae Palatinae, Son of Palpatine
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With Jeric stepping up, a Magistrate position was opened and reviewing the applications once more, I have decided that Ekeia Iclo would fit in nicely with the Staff. Though young and slightly new (but not really :P) to the world of graphics, I feel her time as Magistrate would give her the chance to learn more about the tricks of the trade.

Please join me in congratulating the both of them on their new positions.

-DA Shikyo Keibatsu Sadow
Herald of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5745
Trivia will be happening around 12:30pm EST (about an hour from the time I post this news). So don't miss out!

Update: Trivia just finished, 1st = Howlader, 2nd = Dralin, 3rd = Krandon!]]> http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/post.php?id=5744 "The Forms of Vendetta are very specific," argued the Right Hand of Justice, "and they must be obeyed. There is no room for debate in this matter."

The Justicar nodded, then turned as the Left Hand began to speak, "We all know the Forms are archaic. The Clans have fought valiantly and now we are to punish their members?"

The Right Hand vigorously disagreed, "It isn't a matter of punishing their valor - the Forms prevent the Clans from decending into total chaos! If you think I will stand by while-"

"Enough." Said the Justicar, ending the debate. "The Forms may be ancient, but it is not our place to ignore them as we please. As long as they stand, we must enforce them. The tribunal will begin tomorrow, both of you shall be prepared."

Both Hands bowed to the bench, "Yes, Justicar."

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The first general directive of the Art of Vendetta is, " The Forms of the Art of Vendetta must be obeyed." While our actual Codex entry includes many practical rules and descriptions, fictionally it could be assumed there is a more involved system governing the actions of Clans in Vendetta via the Forms. Therefore, after each Vendetta the Chamber of Justice would be tasked with sorting through claims of violations.

Your task is to create a work of fiction which details several of the alleged violations from the Rite of Supremacy. Detail the work of the Chamber (both publically and behind the scenes) to get to the truth of these difficult matters.

This competition will run for two weeks, with all submissions being due by Saturday, March 20. Submissions should be emailed to Justicar Kir Katarn.

Details
-3 pages minimum, TNR, 12pt, Single spaced
-Awards - 2nd level Crescents

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4 leaf clovers are soon to be depicted throughout the halls and windows of everywhere we shop and visit. Why should the DB be any different? Create a graphic depicting a four leaf clover, with a relation picture to the DB in each petal of the clover. So for example on one petal you may have a picture from GJW 9, while on the other petal you can have a picture from the RoS. If you wish you can depict a story trailing from each of the petals, other wise 4 separate pictures will due.

Send your entries to: mysteriousplaces[at]gmail.com. 3rd level crescents will be awarded.

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