Since his promotion back just over 2 years ago, Takagari “Darkhawk” KogaRyu has not stood still. No, this dude has been making some really excellent marks in his own corner of the Brotherhood and even some beyond in the greater Brotherhood. Although the greater number of the competitions and events he has helped to organize in the Brotherhood centered around Naga Sadow and her sub-units, he has even reached out on at least one occasion to run an event with members of a number of other Clans to run a holiday mini-event around Halloween time.

Perhaps I am getting ahead of myself.

In his time as an EQ 3, Darkhawk took the lead on organizing 13 competitions and helping to co-organize another 12 competitions. Some of these included gaming, such as Heroes of the Storm or Hearthstone. Others have given members a chance to help ‘own’ our corner of a galaxy far, far away by naming fleet assets we gained following a Vendetta; acted as a co-organizer and judge for a competition in which members could detail an enemy of the Sadowans; acting as an organizer/co-org for events contributing to the success of Redemption and Honor event. This event saw our Clan retake our home system and saw a good chunk of our Clan taking part. He was also a key contributor and fellow brain-stormer for the Tensions in the Orian Empire event we ran for the Clan to help push our fictional direction forward and saw us publicly grab control of the Orian System as a Clan instead of operating as a shadow government. He also acted as a co-organizer for a pre-War competition alongside 3 other Sadowans to help hype folks leading into Great Jedi War XIV: Homefront. Even when you look back into his time as Quaestor you can see that Darkhawk wanted to create interesting content, like when he conceptualized and ran Three Shades of Black.

Really, it is worth pointing out that Darkhawk served a respectable term as a Quaestor for which he earned a Grand Cross back in October of 2019. There is some excellence that he strides for. There are also instances like the Gold Nova he got in the 13th Great Jedi War for an impressively built Jedi holocron for the event you can look to. That is seriously the sort of thing that sets my own pursuits to shame. And yet, Darkhawk is again about as humble as they come when it comes to such accomplishments. For one, he took first in the recently Quaestor-run Inos Incursion, he is a regular contributor in Clan-run events and with the Crescents (and the nova) he has earned has a placement-to-participation over 20% of the 148 competitions he has taken part in. I mean, the Crescents aren't everything grant it but they do show that Darkhawk tries to bring excellence to whatever he finds himself in doing. This has been further reinforced by the hard work he put in as the Left Hand of Justice. Darkhawk has been a pretty handy partner in helping to lead Clan Naga Sadow, always willing to lend a hand, always willing to contribute through whatever means he has at his disposal.

Darkhawk has been making his own mark across more than just the Clan or the Chamber of Justice. I mean, when it comes to events he willing to put up his dukes against other members of the club to represent in arenas such as Jedi Academy or Heroes of the Storm. Considering those platforms are not his particular avenues of choice for gaming, I find that REALLY admirable. He is also again super humble, even when he is played cooperatively with members in PVE/PVO activities like in Heroes of the Storm, Battlefront 2 and Squadrons. All the way, he is never the sort to assume himself an ace or a hero in any capacity, but he still grinds out Clusters with his comrades-in-arms and his fellow club members. Now, before I start numbering things like the number of clusters, I do want to point out some of the more impressive bits that I have been noticing again as I review Darkhawk's dossier. This dude has written for 33 fiction activities, when you put aside the 2 ACC battles finished. Between those activities, Darkhawk has written a total of 65,851 words of fiction and another 7,648 in the 9 runon posts he has written. Let that sink in for a minute. He has written on average almost 2000 words in each fiction activity he has taken part in. That in and of itself I find again, admirable.

Darkhawk does not shy away from the things he feels need done. He has continued to push in other sectors of the club like the Shadow Academy, having passed 31 courses since his last promotion. That is pretty awesome, considering there are plenty of Equites out there who are content to never touch the Academy again after they go through their paces on the road to Knight. That work has seen him add six more parts to his Dossier ID line for six new degrees. In his positions as Proconsul and Quaestor, he has published 14 news posts in order to celebrate the accomplishments of members, to hype for events and to keep our members informed. Is that the greatest measure of a leader, though? Nah, I would say that Darkhawk's attempts to keep the folks on our mailing list both in the know, and working to ensure that our Clan is making full use of the mailing list to a degree that frankly puts some of his peers to shame- and I speak as one of his peers. He also makes sure to read and to cheer along many a member as they put up their own reports in much the same way he tries to get the Clan keyed up in emails around Clan-member-run competitions, events, Vendetta time and more. Specific to site comments amounts to no less than 66 report comments, and most of them that I can recall are either applauding other members or otherwise showing support. Darkhawk is a cheerleader (and I do not mean that in any way that might deprecate or diminish that contribution) for CNS!

Speaking of events, I would like to point out that Darkhawk has a pretty consistent record with Vendettas. In Great Jedi War XIII he took part in 19 of 32 available events. In Great Jedi War XIV he took part in 22 of 30 possible competitions. Digging back in old reports, I can positively report that Darkhawk was one of those who 'did all the things' alongside 10 other members in the Clan who got participating in every bin during Homefront. He also shares in that accomplishment, given that Darkhawk pushes and encourages other Sadowans to participate and to bring their A game!

Really, between the attitude and drive that this gent brings to the table, I think that he is a more than apt addition to the ranks of our club's 4th grade Equites.

But as he celebrates the accomplishments of our members, I want to take a chance to celebrate Darkhawk's.

He has earned a Grand Cross*, as I mentioned above. He has gotten a Gold Nova, as I had detailed earlier in this recommendation. He has earned a variety of 35 Crescents: 1 Crescent with Diamond Star*, 3 Crescents with a Ruby Star*, 13 Crescents with an Amethyst Star*, 14 Crescents with a Sapphire Star*, 3 Crescents with an Emerald Star* and a Crescent with a Topaz Star*. He has ground out 9 Pendants of Blood* for accomplishments in gaming; he has also racked up 27 Clusters of Fire* and 42 Clusters of Earth* in that time. For the frankly laudable amount of fiction he has written, he has earned 161 Clusters of Ice*. For his artistic endeavors- which I personally feel are nothing to shake a stick at, he has earned 74 Clusters of Graphite*. His contributions to the club have also been recognized in 2 Seals of Loyalty* he has earned.

Since his last promotion, Darkhawk has served admirably in the Chamber and in the Clan. He spent 2 months as an Appeals panelist in that time and later he took over following Ciara's ascension to Headmaster as the Left Hand of Justice. In our Clan, he served 15 months as a Quasetor and has since served another 11 months as my right hand in Clan Naga Sadow. I do not feel hesitant in saying again that Darkhawk shares in each victory within our Clan with each way he so selflessly gives back through word and deed.

Oh, and in the fashion that has become so accustomed to in our chat, I think I owe Darkhawk at least 13 BOOMs for the individual accomplishments that I have listed here.

For your time of service to the club, for your attitude, for the way that you try to give to the Clan a bit of your time and energy each day, I am proud to hold you up as the latest of our Warlords in Clan Naga Sadow. When paired with the supporting recommendations that others have provided, I think it is clear that you have more than earned your place.

We'll drink to you tonight, my friend.

(Don't forget it is customary for the new promote-ee to pick up the tab at these things ;-) )

Bentre Sadow
Overlord of Clan Naga Sadow

Bentre Stahoes, 2021-03-02 06:39:21 UTC

DarkHawk is one of the most visible and hard working leaders of the Clan. He has a constant presence in Telegram and regularly sends out cheerful motivational emails to the members announcing achievements, reminding about ongoing competitions and events and encouraging activity. He also is a great contributor and sounding board for discussions and ideas on future developments and activities, and has a fair minded open approach to everyone. He has also worked with others to plan fun clan wide competitions such as The Three Shades of Black, Unrest in the Orian System and Winter in Orian.

In addition to this he was the Quaestor I followed in Shar Dakhan, and before moving to Pro Consul he worked with myself and others to begin the fictional update of our House and continued to advise and make suggestions as it developed throughout the summer and was always enthusiastic and supportive as this progressed. He is someone I genuinely enjoy working with and look forward to continuing to do so in the future.

He also has an impressive level of personal activity that sets a great example to members of our Clan, as someone who walks the walk and does not expect anyone to do anything he will not do himself, as seen in his impressive list of medals, seals, crescents, pendants and clusters, and the fact that he has been learning more DB wide games to further participate. That and the fact that his activity since his last promotion includes over a year as Quaestor and nearly a year as Pro Consul and in the Chamber of Justice, it is not hard to see how committed he is to being a highly active member and leader.

For all the above I am more than happy to add my name to the list of recommendations for his promotion to Sith Warlord.

Malisane Sadow Shar Dakhan Quaestor.

Malisane Sadow, 2021-02-28 14:17:17 UTC

DarkHawk has worked hard over the past two years since his promotion to Battlelord to provide entertainment, activity and lore to his Clan, and also worked to support those who needed advice during his time as Left Hand of Justice.

He is constantly messaging the Clan and letting us know what is going on, he is always providing encouragement and is eager to get involved and help people during difficult times. He has run events, supported the push to improve our gaming numbers and is always open to new ideas, as well as coming up with his own to better the experience for his members.

Others have spoken about his achievements, so I'll end it here with a congratulations to DarkHawk on his hard work and to encourage him to keep on serving his Clan and the Club moving forward.

Congratulations on Warlord, DarkHawk

Professor Sanguinius Tsucyra Entar, 2021-02-28 22:22:56 UTC

Darkhawk is a guy who tries his best to "do all the things." If you give him an assignment, he will work his tail off to complete it. He isn't afraid to ask questions and supports his members.

I remember during the most recent Great Jedi War, Darkhawk was always cheering his members on in the google group and telegram. He tries to write encouraging messages on what people have accomplished and really steps up to the plate.

I am truly honored to give my recommendation to this promotion. It was well earned and deserved. Congratulations Darkhawk and enjoy the fruits of your hard work!

~Tasha'Vel Versea, RM of Naga Sadow

Tasha'Vel Versea, 2021-02-27 23:25:17 UTC

DarkHawk joined the Chamber as Left Hand as a mid-term replacement following Ciara's elevation to Headmistress. Although he served a slightly abbreviated term, it was not a quiet term. Shortly after he settled into the job, the Chamber opened investigations into two GJW XIV cheating cases. DarkHawk didn't miss a beat, advising the defendants of their rights and patiently explaining the charges against them. I believe that his work on one of the cases likely resulted in a lesser sentence after conviction than had the defendant not heeded DarkHawk's counsel.

Beyond the unfortunate and rapid-fire GJW cases, DarkHawk acted as a capable and reliable advisor. His upbeat, positive attitude was also a welcome addition to the team.

Congratulations on this well deserved promotion!

Lord Dacien Victae, 2021-02-27 23:29:51 UTC

Darkhawk is one of those leaders that leaves everything on the field. Constantly and consistently active since his return, he has driven hard at his goals, be it to bolster the clan's war efforts, create engaging events for members to engage in, or work on projects to help people get drawn ever further into our little corner of the Star Wars Fandom. He seems to always be available to help a new member with a problem, to help an veteran with an issue, or just to chat when that is really all that is needed.

The other day, DarkHawk approached me and asked what more he could be doing, in light of his assignment as Left Hand of Justice expiring. We discussed at some length some different avenues before I realized that I had been operating under the assumption that he was gunning for the elder ranks. As it turns out, DarkHawk has his eyes on that prize as well, but he has yet to get recognized with the final Equite rank.

I've long been fond of pontificating about how ranks in the club are reflective of the role that you are already playing, that leadership is action, not position. In DarkHawk, that is particularly true. In my mind, and by any standard I could find, he is already a Warlord. For that, he has my appreciation and my thanks.

Stand and be counted, my friend. I look forward to seeing what you achieve in your drive toward Elder.

Muz Ashen, the Lion of Tarthos

Lord Muz Ashen Keibatsu, 2021-03-02 04:14:19 UTC

Since her elevation to knighthood, Nijalah has participated in 41 competitions, with a particular emphasis on large events. She has placed in the top 10 in the Tipping Point clan event and the recently concluded Coming in from the Cold house event, and she made a much appreciated contribution to COU's war effort this past summer. She has been recognized with two merit awards, an Anteian Cross and a Dark Cross, from multiple Quaestors. Her efforts have also netted her nine crescents, a Legion of the Scholar, 6 Clusters of Ice, and 2 Clusters of Graphite.

Although she is one of our quieter members in chat, Nijalah has always been a pleasure for us to interact with. I am delighted to recommend that she be promoted to the ranks of the Equites.

Alethia Archenksova
Quaestor, Sunrider

Headmistress Alethia Archenksova, 2021-02-25 21:57:29 UTC

Nijalah has been a very helpful member of the Battle Team - taking part in our storyline, being an active part of discussions, and generally being a good friend to have on hand here.

Congrats, Nij. You've earned this.

Raider Jon Silvon, 2021-02-21 21:47:18 UTC

After his elevation to knighthood in August, I did not expect to be the person who would recommend him for elevation to the equite ranks. However, I am delighted that I get the chance. Much like he was a model apprentice, Tassk has proven over the past several months that he does not need the JM checklists to be an engaged and active member of Odan-Urr.

Tassk's activity has been impressive, with participation in 32 competitions since August. Although he specializes in fiction, as evidenced by his 7 CIs and one of the very few 3+3 ACC matches I've ever seen reach completion, Tassk has proven eager to branch out into other areas of activity. He has earned 10 CGs and 5 Legions of the Scholar. His efforts have been awarded with 10 crescents, including one for a first place finish in the recent House Sunrider event.

However, Tassk has not limited himself to recognized activity or consuming content produced by others. Tassk has hosted three weekend roleplaying sessions on the COU Discord server since his promotion, each providing content for four other members for roughly two hours each. As host, Tassk was also responsible for advertising and promoting the event across Discord and Telegram and tracking participation. This is in addition to two sessions hosted as a JM3, which were not counted towards the requirements for knighthood. Tassk also participates in sessions hosted by others, including at least five sessions since his last promotion.

Alethia Archenksova
Quaestor, Sunrider

Headmistress Alethia Archenksova, 2021-02-25 15:13:55 UTC

It is my pleasure to recommend that Tassk be promoted to Equite I. He started off as an active journeyman but what impressed me on top of that was his willingness to set aside his time to spend time with others, in particular hosting or attending community events. The act of doing something that takes time for other clanmates is incredibly appreciated. Even when you are busy you still pop in and hang out with us all.

A few highlights include pirate escapades in Among Us, that undercover mission that def didn't stay undercover, and the trivia battles between birbs and winged tigers. Thanks for all you do for Odan-Urr. It wouldn't be the same without you. To more adventures together!

Congratulations!!! passes over unidentified package

Aura Ta'var
Consul, Odan-Urr

Aurora "Aura" Ta'var, 2021-02-25 06:30:31 UTC

Elected Grand Master

Howlader Taldrya, 2021-02-24 03:04:00 UTC

Dukwtape has achieved all necessary requirements for promotion to JM2. Beyond the time in rank and other automatic metrics that dictate promotions to JM2, Dukwtape has been an active member of CSP and has begun a career within the club.

Specifically, Dukwtape has participated in 3 competitions, 2 PVP matches, 2 PVE events, and passed 1 Shadow Academy course. For these efforts Dukwtape has earned 24 Clusters of Fire. Additionally, Dukwtape has participated in the Clan Telegram group.

Boss Ragnar Kul, 2021-02-21 02:45:39 UTC

Rosh Athan, you continue to impress. You're growing more competent each day and you will surely rival the Dark Council when the time is right. You have met the requirements for promotion, and a recommendation has been filed. Your accomplishments include:

• Have an approved character sheet on record
• Pass 6 non-Fundamentals Shadow Academy courses

I will continue to watch your progress, Rosh Athan, but my direct intervention in your promotions must come to an end.

You will go far within this Brotherhood.

May the Force guide you, Journeyman,

Warlord Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae
Headmaster

Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae, 2021-02-18 22:14:45 UTC

If I had to describe Malisane De Ath, or Malisane Sadow as he is now known, I think I would have to call him seasoned. Such a descriptor is pretty vague, so I hope over the course of this recommendation to outline the elements of my fellow Sadowan that has helped to cement him as an excellent member of my Clan Summit.

Now, before my time Malisane held a number of different positions. I mean, I have seen some people who have served in this Battleteam or in that House, but Mal’s experiences are a bit different. He has certainly dedicated a notable amount of time to the Clan itself looking back on his record, but he was not only serving the interests of Naga Sadow since he joined the ranks of our third degree Equites.

Back in April of 2007, Malisane had been serving as the Knight Commander of the Brotherhood under the Headmaster and continued to do so until June the 30th of 2007. Reading back on the Wiki, I have seen that member education and retention were the primary responsibilities dealt with administration and handling of the Society of Envoys, from reviewing standards for envoys to ensuring members were awarded properly amongst the envoys to evaluating member statistics with the HM and GM. While I cannot attest to the day to day functions of the Society of Envoys beyond the history provided by our Wiki, I believe this demonstrates a desire to give back by Malisane.

At the very least, that seems very consistent with my experiences with Malisane thus far.

This seems supported by his terms of service as an Appeals Panelist for eight months between August of 2007 and April 2008, for which he was awarded a Dark Cross by the Justicar. Following this term of service Malisane went on to serve as the Left Hand of Justice for six months between June and December of the same year. For that term of service and his service during the proceedings of Chamber of Justice Case 026 Malisane was presented with a Steel Cross by Justicar Kir Katarn.

His contributions to the Clan Naga Sadow have been well-documented if you look through his awards and accolades from the period. From House and Clan leadership he was awarded a Grand Cross a Steel Crossin later 2007 and then another Steel Cross in November of the same year in November 2007 of the same year. The recommendations covered excellent organizational skills used for the good of the Clan and an excellent attitude that helped to ensure the Envoy system worked within Clan Naga Sadow to greet and instruct all new members. In the 2nd recommendation he was cited as a mentor from day one who led by example as he spiritedly participated in each event and Vendetta he took part in, challenging his fellows to excellence and acting as a counsel to his Quaestor. In the third he was awarded for his work and contributions to the success of the Invasion of Orian event run shortly following the 8th Great Jedi War.

Malisane was the sort who was not satisfied just to stop there, however. He also received commendation for helping to shape the Naga Sadow narrative through crafting RO posts as part of the Ares Uprising arc and continued overall service to the Clan as Aedile and Quaestor in House Ludo Kressh on March 2nd, 2010. He helped the House develop fresh ideas, build upon previous ideas/concept and rose admirably to occasion in Spoils of War.

His leaders took particular note of his showing in the ACC despite his relative inexperience at the time as a demonstration of his dedication toward his Clan and CNS’s third place position in the Rite of Supremacy. Beyond just that event, he was cited as being a thoughtful devil's advocate for the Clan and known to stick around to help out the Clan whenever they had need of his assistance. Beyond the great lengths he went to as AED and QUA he also served as a mentor to his predecessor!

His Sapphire Blade in August of 2010 further supported the reputation that Malisane has earned. He was credited with helping to develop the Clan story and the House Feud of the time and beyond and as Rollmaster he was ever vigilant, leading the Dark Council to recognized his excellent service. Mal was seen as a vocal presence, demonstrating his love for his House regularly through his actions and the care he gave to the administration of his unit. He was cited as being the sort who "just gets on with the job, not asking for any commendation." Without dragging into the amount of detail shown in the recommendations, Malisane was a do'er and a contributor.

Then again, at the end of November of 2010 Malisane was again recognized, this time with an Anteian Cross for his continued and consistent service as Rollmaster, both as a Clan and later House Rollmaster. He was later recognized again in 2012 not just once but rather twice for different contributions in the Children of Revolution event. The first was for his part in planning the plot of the event back in June, but he was recognized for his contributions to the event itself with excellent posts written for the event thread in July of the same year.

Now is the time we get more to what I would call the ‘modern era’ of Malisane. When Malisane returned to our ranks at the end of July, I was excited to see what an old pillar of the community would bring to the table during a Great Jedi War. Needless to say, I was not disappointed. Rolling in right in time for the War, Malisane began to throw participation up left and right, taking part in fifteen competitions during the course of Great Jedi War XIII: Discord. Now, those contributions were largely covered in the Anteian Cross that we presented Malisane following the War. He continued to participate and contribute into March which allowed us to give him a Dark Cross in recognition.

Things got even better in April of 2020 though. True to the assertions made by Summit members of Sadow past, when the need arose for a Quaestor for House Shar Dakhan, Malisane stepped up to the plate. Over the last ten months he has served the Clan once again and I am excited to see what sort of future Malisane will continue to help us mold for this old Clan . Already he has helped to further our Clan story through the creation of the Inos Incurion and contribution to the planning and execution of Prepare for War preceding the last Great Jedi War. He has also been an active contributor in Summit conversations concerning Clan fictional direction, in how we might better engage our members and other more minutiae concerning Clan Naga Sadow as a whole. And if his past is anything to go by, I think he is just getting started.

I guess this is the part that I would sort of consider the “TL;DR” of this recommendation. Since his last promotion some fourteen years ago, Malisane has accomplished a lot.

He has taken part in and built more than mere statistics can attest to. He has enriched the experience of many a member. He has organized 35 competitions on his own, helped to co-organize another, taken part in 125 competitions as a member and played other members in Hearthstone (over eight PVP activities). He has submitted to 32 fiction activities in that time, writing some 59,241 words in individual entries and another 9805 over an additional 15 run-on posts.

He has gathered plenty of shiny things beyond the awards and the sacc that I detailed above. In the time since his last promotion, Malisane has earned has 4 Novae (2 Gold, 1 Silver and 1 Bronze), 3 Crescents with Diamond Star, 4 Crescents with Ruby Star, the 5 Crescents with Amethyst Star, another 11 Crescents with Sapphire Star, 12 Crescents with Emerald Star, 7 Crescents with Topaz Star, 2 Crescents with Quartz Star and then 2 Legions of the Scholar. When you factor in that he has participated in 141 competitions when you count containers, this means that he has a roughly 35% 'win rate' for Crescents, Novae and the like. Not too shabby! I would of course be remiss if I were to fail to also hold up the Clusters that he has earned for his activity: the 163 Clusters of Ice for writing, the 34 Clusters of Fire for gaming, or the 33 Clusters of Graphite he has earned through showing off his artistic prowess.

Speaking of prowess, there is something to be said for the number of Seals that Malisane has accrued since 2007. The first Vendetta he took part in following his last promotion was in Great Jedi War Eight where he earned 9 Seals of Pain. As seems to be the theme, it didn’t stop there. He also participated in Great Jedi War 9 thus securing a Seal of Unity, as well as 8 Seals of Bone for the Spoils of War, earned 15 Seals of Discord for his returning Great Jedi War in 2019 and also got 14 Seals of Visions in Homefront. Oh yeah, and he was presented a Seal of Loyalty by Grand Master Ashen back in 2009 for loyalty and contributing to the growth of the club!

I guess what I find myself circling back around to with this recommendation is that Malisane and what he has brought to our club are far more than numbers, statistics or data can show. However, I hope that I have succeeded in providing a sampling of how Malisane has enriched this Clan and Club over the years, if only since his last promotion. He is more than the sum of a Sapphire Blade, 2 Grand Crosses, 3 Steel Crosses, 2 Anteian Crosses or 6 Grand Crosses. He is more than terms of service as Aedile, Quaestor or Rollmaster. He is more than a willing agent of the Chamber of Justice back in the day. His past in storied. With 2 months as Quaestor, the 2 months as Knight Commander, the 8 months as Appeals Panel, the 6 months serving as the Left Hand of Justic, his 3 month term as an Aedile, then 2 months as a Quaestor again in 2009, his two months as a Rollmaster, and of course his recent 10 month stint as Quaestor of House Shar Dakhan he has given to the long-term health of this club.

He is more than just a member of my Summit team. The man, like his history seems far more nuanced than I had even realized before I started to get to know him and more recently to dig back into his past years with the Clan and Club.

After reviewing his record and giving an account here, I feel confident in recommending that Malisane Sadow should finally be elevated to the rank of 4th grade Equite. The dude has more than earned his stripes. Rise as our latest Warlord, Malisane De Ath. May your career with the Brotherhood continue to be as enriched as you have made our Brotherhood over the years. Oh yeah, and drinks are on you tonight. :D

Consul of Clan Naga Sadow

Bentre Stahoes, 2021-02-17 21:00:42 UTC

Malisane has been an influence on the Clan of Naga Sadow for many years, due to the work he did as an Equite 3 before his time spent in the Rogues, and due to the work he has done since rejoining us last year. During that time, he has served in multiple roles, such as Rollmaster, Aedile and Quaestor, with his most recent spate of Quaestor over the past 10 months seeing him create a new storyline for the House, which involved running 2 events, Prepare for War with 9 unique participants and 23 unique entries and The Inos Incursion with 9 unique participants and 17 unique entries.

These events have developed Shar Dakhan's storyline since Naga Sadow returned to their home system after being ousted by The Collective and allowed members to participate in that development by their fictional entries. Malisane also assisted DarkHawk in creating his Three Shades of Black event, according to his own words on Malisane's dossier, back in 2019.

Malisane has worked to engage with members of his House, contacting them via email and Telegram, sending out regular reports and providing them with opportunities to produce work for the House and Clan, and competitions to participate in. He took me on as Aedile to help support him in his work, and it's been a pleasure to work alongside a veteran of the Clan who loves it as much as I do, and has given so much of his time and effort over the years.

I believe that Malisane is more than worthy of joining me as an Equite 4 and I'm pleased to add my recommendation alongside Bentre's to do so.

Congratulations on Warlord, Malisane!

Aedile of House Shar Dakhan

Professor Sanguinius Tsucyra Entar, 2021-02-16 10:39:31 UTC

What can I say about Malisane that Bentre and Sanguinius has not already said? Mal is a straight up machine. He is one of my go to members for answers and advice. Since returning he has been a tour de force for the Clan and HSD! He is constantly bouncing ideas and improvements for the Clan and HSD off one of us, then he develops those ideas in the most attractive way for all members to enjoy. Since taking over HSD he has rebuilt the cities of Aeotheran, established a new government, and built a new HSD headquarters. He has given us amazing House fictions developing HSD even further. He has authored even more stellar event fictions for the Clan to partake in with his creative and insightful spin of Clan lore and helping develop not only members characters but has given HSD a new outlook for future events and fictional development.

Malisane is absolutely a pleasure to work with and his dedication to the Clan and to the members is second to none. He is willing to help out any of our members in anyway. His exemplary performance as Quaestor rivals the best of us and his accolades are more than deserving of this prestigious elevation to EQ4. Malisane Sadow is more than worthy of this rank, and I am honored to be able to support this Rec for his promotion. I whole-heartedly agree with this promotion! Congratulations Malisane!

Adept DarkHawk Sadow, 2021-02-16 16:53:06 UTC

It is my absolute pleasure to recognize the hard work of Draxion Durk. Over the past month, he has acquired 5 Clusters of Graphite, participated in 5 competitions, placed in 2 competitions, posted a constructive post on the Brotherhood forums, and wrote 2000 words of character fiction. In addition, he has acquired a Dark Cross for his extracurricular activities, which in summary include a lot more competitions, Shadow Academy work, and most impressively a regular attendee of our weekend roleplay sessions. Of note, many of these activities supported the most recent House event, where he hit all bins!

Now for some more personal stuff. I've been in close contact with my apprentice since he joined the club and I wanted to say how proud I am of his achievements so far. He's really blossomed over the last month and its been wonderful writing and gaming together. It's a pleasure to star wars with him and I look forward to our next adventures together. Thanks for being a great apprentice and friend.

For all the above, I recommend that Draxion Durk be promoted to the rank of JM3, aka Padawan! Congratulations!!

Aura Ta'var
Master and Consul, Odan-Urr

Aurora "Aura" Ta'var, 2021-02-16 02:24:03 UTC

Draxion Durk is one of those select few members that is truly a pleasure to work with and see their potential begin to blossom. I first encountered this member through Discord roleplay sessions and immediately sought them out, as anyone with an innate gift for writing should have that skill honed. Writing with them in the cooperative fiction event of Scars You Don't See, Part I: Coming in from the Cold (which we earned first place for, netting one of Draxion's Crescents) was where I got to see this creative aspect fully at work.

Draxion is a breath of fresh air, a newer member that is eager to delve into the depths of our community and start their rise. While you may not officially be my student, I'm quite proud to see how far you've come in this short time and, frankly? I'm looking forward to see what you do in the future.

I highly recommend that Draxion Durk be promoted to the rank of Padawan. You've more than earned it, kiddo!

Augur Celevon Werd'la
Former Councillor of War (PCON) for Odan-Urr

Adept Celevon Werd'a, 2021-02-16 02:20:09 UTC

Since joining the Brotherhood, Kaled has been one of those new members that we dream of: active in conversation as well as general club activity, always asking questions, and constantly willing to try new things. He is an eager and positive influence on his House and Arcona at large, and is in general a pleasure to have around.

In terms of numbers, he has fulfilled all of the requirements as dictated on Promotheus. It does include, however, one competition organized, one coorganized, and nine participated, including one Crescent with Topaz Star for placement. There are plenty more, but his activity in these early ranks were prolific enough that they just kept getting eaten up by his quick and successive promotions.

I look forward to seeing him continue to grow within the Brotherhood, and expect good things as he does so. Congratulations, Knight Kaled Atros. You earned it.

Qyreia Arronen, 2021-02-14 20:54:45 UTC

There are a lot of people in Arcona. It fosters activity, enjoyable conversation, and attracts all sorts of characters, but it often means that new arrivals can fade into the background. This is not so with Kaled. A constantly beaming presence, he is a joy whenever he is around, bringing cheer, optimism, and a shining good humor with him wherever he goes.

It also goes without saying that he is a powerhouse of activity, constantly fulfilling the very-Arconan phrase of ”do all the things”. In fact, me and Qyreia have had a rather hard time coming up with awards for him, as he has been promoted at such a rapid pace that most of his accomplishments have gone to his rank-ups.

Laud and honor to you, Kaled. I look forward to seeing the part that you’ll play in our future, and all of the wonderful things that you do. It is my honor to recommend him for knighthood. He has most certainly earned it.

Sera Kaern,

Aedile, House Galeres

Sera Kaern, 2021-02-14 18:36:25 UTC

Kaled has risen through the journeyman ranks like crazy. It is most satisfactory to watch your student grow up so fast.

Kaled has definitely learned a lot of what I had to teach him. But he also taught me a new vision in the Clan. He is always eager to participate in Clan activities and club-wide as well. His energy is contagious and his friendliness towards everyone is a virtue we all value. Always ready to learn more about the DJB, Kaled has made me very proud as his Master.

To Kaled: We met as complete strangers, but now I see in you a brother. Your journey as an apprentice has ended, and now begins your path as full fledged Knight of Arcona. May you prosper and continue to grow with us. And I hope you one day get to pass on what I’ve taught you. You know you can always count on me! And I know I can count on you!

Aru law Aedile, House Qel-Droma

Dr. Aru Law, 2021-02-14 18:39:18 UTC

Since Major Vosiri Lightcrest returned to our House, and in preparation to write this, I've spent some time looking over his activity and reading previous reccomendations for his impressive medal collection. All of it speaks of an incredibly active member for his House and Clan since his last promotion and before it. Since he was promoted to the Equites he has been awarded a Grand Cross, two Steel and Anteian Crosses and a Dark Cross, and each comes with the support of his Summit members recognising his hard work. It is not hard to see why when you review the scope of his activity.

He has participated in an impressive 186 competitions out of which he earned 46 crescents, indicating not only commitment to take part but also that he does so with skill placing in the top three in a quarter of them. He also has a highly respectable eighteen seals from Vendettas showing his willingness not only to compete for himself as an individual but also alongside his fellow Clan members when it counts.

He also has taken time to improve his knowledge of the Dark Brotherhood and the Star Wars universe by continuing to complete a further 41 courses and 4 degrees in the Shadow Academy, bringing his total up a respectable 79 courses and 7 degrees. His impressive average pass rate of 97.91% further reinforces the image of a member who balances high participation with skill and accuracy.

In summation, Major Vosiri Lightscrest's history both before and after his last promotion speaks of a both active and skilled member of our House and Clan who is an asset to both. For all of the above I am proud to recommend his promotion to the rank of Commander.

Malisane Sadow Quaestor of Shar Dakhan

Malisane Sadow, 2021-02-11 08:47:27 UTC

Vosiri is a member who is always eager to get involved with events, competitions and members. He embraces the opportunity to encourage others to greater heights, whether that is in activity, their leadership or just getting them to admit that they could do better.

Since his last promotion, Vosiri has earned multiple medals, as highlighted in Malisane's recommendation. However, I will mention the fact that despite Vosiri having occasionally left the Club to the Rogues, he continually comes back when he has time to spend participating and providing activity within the Club. This has sadly had the negative effect of delaying a promotion to Equite 2 that I think should have happened a long time ago. Therefore, I am pleased to remedy this wrong and see him promoted to the rank of Commander.

Congratulations, Vosiri. Enjoy the new goodies and well done on your continued dedication to the Club.

Professor Sanguinius Tsucyra Entar, 2021-02-03 21:38:05 UTC