In the wake of the recent Obelisk Rite of Supremacy, no one in the Brotherhood can argue Dinaari’s dominance. When you look into why this is true, you come upon a sometimes quiet but always hardworking Quaestor behind the scenes. Benevolent Whiner has spent his entire time in the Brotherhood in Taldryan. He has worked his way up, from Battle Team member to leader, then to Aedile for almost a year, and most recently as Quaestor for six months. His smooth but relentless leadership style is a perfect fit for his House. He mixes high levels of personal activity with a drive that ignites his House to perform.

On top of his House leadership, Ben has been the Clan summits go-to guy for nearly all of our projects. He is always available to help, especially when our ideas need to be codified. He personally updates and upgrades the Taldryan website, which is an immense responsibility itself. Throughout all of this work he never complains, he just gets it done. He is probably the single most productive leader work-wise in the entire Clan. Without Ben we wouldn’t be able to realize half of the projects that make Taldryan the Clan it is today. He is indispensable for both House Dinaari and Clan Taldryan. For all of his efforts I would like to award him a Sapphire Blade. (CON Kir’s Departure Awards)

Kir Taldrya Katarn, 2005-10-11 22:00:00 UTC

In February of 2005, Sith Battlelord Vessicant was hired to the staff of the ACC as a Trainer. The job of a trainer is not an easy one, and anyone who has held the position with any semblance of dedication and effort can tell you that. It requires a fair hand in the instruction of members who might not be fully aware of what the ACC entails. It requires firmness in developing the structure of an individual to a level where they are fit to compete amongst the populace of the Brotherhood and it requires the 'love of the game' and the willingness to see others excel - all before an individual is even Qualified. When they are ready, combatants face the Trainer again to qualify, requiring the Trainer to remove the mask of mentorship in lieu of scrutiny and judgment. This necessity often puts Trainers on opposing sides of what once existed as a 'Master/Student' atmosphere while, at the same time, seeing first hand if they Trained the combatant properly. All of these things SBL Vessicant does, and continues to do, flawlessly. He is minimal effort to maintain, requiring no handholding and only the occasional bit of advice. I wish I had more exactly like him, but he's an original. In his time, from February to August, Vessicant has been responsible for the Training or Qualification of over 65 Brotherhood members - almost 10 individuals a month. He is constantly turning out great products and knowledgeable combatants into the populace and is, by far, one of my best assets. As if that weren't enough, Vessicant has single-handedly guided my hand in the construction of the ACC Compendium (Rebirth Version). Not by hand, not by graphic or coding, but by information, insight and a willingness to challenge 'the norm'. His input on things so simple as the use of a specific weapon type have completely revamped what we had always accepted as 'givens' because of his analytical approach.

DA Corran Halcyon: "hardest and most consistent working ACC staff member. Wonderful training battles with a large amount of hints and tips for all those he helps. Has taken the brunt of the training battles for a very long time without complaint"

DJK Kat Pridemore: "Vess is willing to help out, whenever he's around. He has been a trainer for a long time, and is very good at his position. He deserves to be honored for all his hard work."

This award is awarded for: Consistent service to one's Clan or Order which does not render recognition until seen as a whole. It is often awarded as a medal for multiple services over a long period of time. A single combatant who is trained then qualifies is hardly worth such a high honor. However, when that single combatant enters a battle, a ladder match, or any situation where there are ACC combatants, they are in the midst of the products of ACC Trainers. An indispensable position and one that SBL Vessicant has fulfilled with determination, loyalty and honor for over six months to the tune of 65+ members of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood.

There is nothing that I can give that can fully express my gratitude to the Battlelord. His presence and work ethic are among the best I've seen, and it is my honor to recommend him for the Sapphire Blade.

DA Dalthid, Combat Master 20050828

, 2005-08-28 22:00:00 UTC

Following recommendation from the meeting of the Inner Circle for the Conclave of the month of July 2005 we would like to request the presentation of the Sapphire Blade to Krath Archpriest Manji Nekura Keibatsu.

This recommendation comes in light of many things, not least Manji’s service as Quaestor, and earlier Aedile, of House Marka Ragnos. His services have not only caught the eye of members within the Clan but also outside. His work as an Operator for the Antei Combat Center is easily recognisable by most.

His services have not gone unnoticed by the Obelisk High Commander who also adds the following recommendation:

When I left CNS for the Dark Council, I knew CNS would do well with the new leadership. And he proved me right. Under his leadership, the house became one of the most active in the DB. New active battleteams have formed, and many good things have come from the house. For all his work, I think he deserves this reward. Congrats Manji. - OE Korras (Obelisk)/OHC/Dark Council - Former Proconsul of the Clan

Manji currently runs one of the most successful Houses in the Dark Brotherhood, one which continues to grow, fosters new members with ease, and is seeing many of the rising stars emerge from its folds. Nearly all the big names of Clan Naga Sadow who continue to have their names in lights are members of the House that Manji runs tremendously. This is especially noticeable given the extended period of absence of his Aedile, leaving him to have had to lead his House almost independently since being appointed Quaestor.

His work since I came to the position of Consul have been impossible to ignore and it is for that that I, with the support of the Inner Circle, request he be presented with an award of that calibre to signify this fact. We therefore wish to present Manji with the Sapphire Blade.

, 2005-06-28 22:00:00 UTC

Following recommendation from the meeting of the Inner Circle for the Conclave of the month of July 2005 we would like to request the presentation of the Sapphire Blade to Krath Epis Muz Ashen Keibatsu.

This recommendation comes following Muz’s tremendous service to Clan Naga Sadow not only as Proconsul of the Clan but Quaestor and Aedile before it.

The Obelisk High Commander has extended his consent to this award and has the following to say:

There are few in the DB who do as much as Muz. He is constantly working on one project or the other, designing lightsabers, and being PCON in the middle of that all. When I left for the DC, and when Malik retired, Muz and Goat filled up the new summit. and Muz adapted quite well. Even though I am no longer in the clan, I do still keep an eye on it, and only see good things. I think Muz more then deserves this reward. Congrats. - OE Korras (Obelisk)/OHC/Dark Council - Former Proconsul of the Clan

I normally am one for long speeches but with Muz it would not give him credit as I would be sure to miss something. Needless to say he is a tremendous asset to the Clan and will make a fine Consul one day. His work extends not only as a leader but as an active and enthusiastic member and a great aid to other parts of the Dark Brotherhood with his work both on independent projects such as lightsaber designs and on more important matters such as his work for Project: Rebirth.

He is a great aid and a fantastic Proconsul, and one would not be far wrong in saying he is probably the best Proconsul I have had the pleasure of serving with in my collective tenures as Consul. In many ways his help is irreplaceable and I do not know what the Clan would do without his help.

The Inner Circle would therefore like to unanimously request the presentation of Krath Epis Muz Ashen Keibatsu with the Sapphire Blade. While even this award does not do him credit it is the least we can do as a token of our gratitude and appreciation for his continued service.

, 2005-06-28 22:00:00 UTC

Though recently promoted, Korras has served his clan well. He has stepped up to the plate and taken on more than just the duties of PCON, he has been the acting CON while CNS's Consul was ill and has continually been in service to the DB, whether as PCON or as Praetor to the Lord Marshal or Commander of the Guard. Korras puts more energy into his duties that I have seen in a member in a long time. I am honored to award him this medal, a Sapphire Blade.

~Astronicus "Tron" Aurelius Sadow

, 2005-01-30 23:00:00 UTC

I have been truly impressed by the performance of Selket in CSK. She has done a tremendous job as Consul. She is always on time with her weekly updates, is quick to do anything I ask of her, and drops by to see how I'm doing occasionally. She has been exceptionally good in her first months as Consul, and I am glad to have her around.

I hereby award Selket a Sapphire Blade. Congrats!

• Jac

, 2004-12-10 23:00:00 UTC

There are always people in a clan who motivate others just by being there. Tissaya is one of those. She’s always willing to help out with almost anything, and manages to improve the atmosphere by doing just that.

During the GJW, she was one of the most active in CNS, and before she retired, she was an excellent PCON. For all that, I think she deserves this.

~ PCON Korras Aquillarum

Tissaya has been, first my Magistrate, and then my Praetor, for.... actually, I can’t remember how long, but it has been a very long time :P She is one of those rare people who not only volunteer to help with whatever needs doing, but also keeps coming up with her own suggestions for new things to do. I don’t think she has ever declined to do anything that I asked of her, regardless of her other commitments – be she PCON or TET.

In the past, I’ve awarded her medals for helping on specific projects, e.g. the MML, and for periods of service to the office of the KHP, but it’s definitely past time that she was rewarded for her service to the Brotherhood as a whole. Tiss is one of those rare people for whom I have no hesitation at all in recommending as weighty a reward as a Sapphire Blade. She has been the best M/P I’ve ever had, and I wouldn’t change her for anything ;o)

Thanks for everything, Tiss.

~ Dark Adept Alanna, Krath High Priestess ~

Tissaya has been an outstanding Eclectic Pedagogue. She grades more Shadow Academy Exams then anyone and has done so for well over a year. If I had to pick someone to point to and say this person is what an Eclectic Pedagogue should be it is Tissaya. She has put in a lot of time and energy into the Shadow Academy; her work is deeply appreciated by everyone at the SA. If anyone in the DB has earned a reward it is Tissaya. The entire Shadow Academy Staff is grateful for the work she has done.

Spears Tarentae Headmaster

I'd like to award Tiss with a Sapphire Blade because of all the great work she has done for her clan, first as Aedile of Marka Ragnos, then as Proconsul and now as a Tetrarch. She has always made sure people were active. And she was a great help to me when she served as Proconsul, where she amongst other things always made sure I did what I had to do when I forgot about it.

Consul Malik Sadow

, 2004-10-21 22:00:00 UTC

For great service to the Brotherhood through the Player's Association. - Jac

, 2004-08-10 22:00:00 UTC

For great service to the Brotherhood through the Player's Association. - Jac

, 2004-08-10 22:00:00 UTC