Many members are active, but few go on to set the standard for activity at their level. Kalon was one of those few. From humble beginnings within the clan, Kalon made huge strides in his early years until he hit DJK, at which point he began serving successfully as a battleteam leader on the Arconan summit.
I have known Kalon both in a leadership capacity, and as a member - in both circumstances I have been nothing short of amazed by his ability to meet any challenge with a smile, and his willingness to devote himself entirely to our clan. His activity speaks volumes about what he has achieved and what he will - I'm sure - achieve in the future. I'll let the Quaestor and Aedile of House Galeres develop upon that a little later. For now, I just want to say congratulations.
Kalon has been a fantastic member of Arcona for some time now. He never ceases to amaze and astonish. Even during his exam period he tried to remain active, even if it was only an entry here or there, or just an hour on IRC. Then he came back and demonstrated what a dash of talent and a lot of drive can produce.
Well done, Kalon. This promotion's been a long time in the making. You've earned it. Keep it up, champ.
~Wuntila Arconae.
Consul. Clan Arcona.
I am honoured to be requesting Kalon for promotion to the rank of Sith Warrior. He is a dedicated and active member of not only House Galeres, but also of Clan Arcona. Driving himself to a high and constant level of activity since reaching the rank of Dark Jedi Knight. In the time since his last promotion, Kalon has already managed to rack up an impressive medal list. He has achieved a Steel Cross, two Anteian Crosses and two Dark Crosses, all of which have been earned by his hard work and devotion to the Brotherhood. He has also been active in competitions, earning himself two Crescents with Emerald Stars as well as two Crescents with Amethyst Stars. He has also earned himself four Clusters of Ice and one seal of Affliction.
Kalon has not only earned a very impressive amount of Merit Medals, but he has continued to be an active part of this House, taking part in many different events as such he has managed to rack out an impressive amount of entries into competitions: Beyond the Horizon: A Cooperative Event, Arcona/Plagueis Graphics, [BTH - Week 1] Initialisation (Acronym), [BTH - Week 1] Trivia, [BTH - Week 1] Flash Game, [BTH - Weeks 1 & 2] Run-On, [BTH - Week 1] Poetry, [Horizons] Run-On (The Rising of the Tide), Dozen of Grames - Final Round, [DGM] Quick & Easy #7, Dozen of Games - Spring 2012, Void Squadron Trivia, Most Improved Family Feud Wiki as well as smashing out the following competitions for the first and second phase of Dark Crusade: Run-On Avenger 2, Ancient Stone, Cryptography 101, Graphics â Jev Sunrider, Advanced Recon, Run-On The Betrayerâs Headstone, My Enemy my Friend, Cryptography 201.
Though he has been constantly active, he has never stopped to further his training. He continues to do this by taking exams. He has completed the Freighters/Transports Studies exam, as well as Cryptography 101 and Cryptography 201. He also currently has a student who he is pushing to work hard and move up the ranks of Journeymen. Teaching another member of the Brotherhood is another stage that requires time and patience to teach them everything about the Brotherhood.
Aside from all of the above Kalon has served as a leader inside of Arcona, taking on the position of Sith Commander of Void Squadron. He served Arcona in the position for twenty one weeks and three days. During this period he made the activity of the team to be one of a high standard, making sure that anyone under his command was well looked after. If a member had an issue Kalon would do his very best to sort this out quickly and efficiently with as little hassle as possible. He has motivated them to do their best giving them focus and direction during his time as the leader of the team.
Though he has motivated them he has also gone one step further in the position of Battleteam Leader. He has developed the team fictionally as well making its mark inside of Qel-Droma during this time. He has never stopped being an active member of Arcona, and since his switch from Qel-Droma to Galeres, I have heard nothing but how helpful he is from his Battleteam Leader, and of course he always gives this House and Clan 110%.
I am honoured to be welcoming Kalon finally into the ranks of the Equites. This first step is one that not many members make but he has given his all to this club, and is deserving of this rank. Kalon, thank you for your hard work, devotion and dedication to Clan Arcona and House Galeres.
Cethgus Tiberius Entar Arconae
Aedile of House Galeres
Yay, Kalon! Right, now that Iâve gotten that out of the way, Iâd like to talk about how Kalon has affected Galeres, Arcona and helped his fellow members. Kalon has been a boon to the Shadow Clan ever since he joined us as a little Apprentice. I wonât lie, I took on Kalon as an apprentice hesitantly. He was my first student and I had no idea what I was doing. But Kalon put up with me and my mistakes. He made me a more mature person. There I was, teaching someone else about the Brotherhood and helping them up through the ranks when only months earlier, I had been in his shoes. He stuck through me through thick and thin and our master/student relationship turned into a real friendship. Jarak is a friend through and through and has time for everyone, regardless of how busy he is or whether he has things going on in rl. He has taken a lot of stick from his fellow Arconans on irc, getting stuck into the banter that the Shadow Clan is infamous for and has still come through it successfully and is now quite a beloved figure within the Clan, despite what he may think.
Jarak is one of those members who sits quietly on irc and then shows how much he loves the DB by sending in entry after entry into events, despite things going on in rl that another person would think, why bother participating? His dedication to Arcona is an example to other members, especially Journeymen. I would consider Kalon a role model for the new members, despite not being an older member. He has a mature outlook and knows when to have a laugh and when to be serious. Too often at work, I deal with people who despite being older than the rest of the group, are often the most immature. Too often, it is the younger ones who are the most mature and Kalon is just such a person. His reliability has been proven time and time again and his student, Anduriel has thrived and grown in the Brotherhood through his contact with Kalon.
As such, I recommend that Kalon be promoted to Sith Warrior
I am so pleased that my little student is all grown up and has entered the ranks of the Equites. Welcome to the brotherhood within the Brotherhood, Kalon. Congratulations, youâve earned it.
Sanguinius Tsucyra Entar
Quaestor of House Galeres
Since joining Dark Forge Kalon has been an active member of the team, he has been a wonderful example of activity for House Galeres and Clan Arcona, having completed exams, competitions, wiki work as well as participating in the Dark Crusade.
Most recently he took time from his Collage work to participate in the most recent phase of the Dark Crusade. Having participated in: the Run On, Fiction, and the Shadow Academy exam. Taking time from his real life commitments to actively participate and support House Galeres and Clan Arcona.
He has shown a willingness to help others in his team and Clan, as well as working hard to help the Clan develop.He has also collected an impressive number of awards and participated in competitions since his last promotion.
Kalon has shown continuous activity since his last promotion and has shown willingness to share his knowledge from his own experiences as a Battleteam Leader to teach others. He is always willing to help and is often in the vanguard when there are activities that need to be completed.
I am proud to be giving this rec as Kalon as a strong member willing to help and participate in activities. I am proud to have Kalon in Dark Forge, he is a dedicated member who deserves this promotion.
Nath Voth
Battleteam Leader of Dark Forge
Wuntila Zratis Entar Arconae, 2013-03-23 12:29:05 UTC