Rajhin Cindertail

Event ID

118011

Award

Grand Cross

Quantity

Non-site XP

35 XP

Requested by

Exarch Marick Tyris Arconae

Primary reason

There are certain members that come along and you can just tell that they are going to be something special. It can be something so small as the finer details of their first character sheet, to the way that they somehow get other members to follow them despite not necessarily knowing the full extent of what’s going on around them in a new environment. You then start to look at their intangibles--elements that make up their personality and demeanor. And slowly you create an image, and can anticipate where you think they might fit in within the Brotherhood.

Turel is one of those members.

Turel is one of those rare people who just have a gift as natural born leaders. His experience in real-life leadership translates seamlessly into the Brotherhood, and it is why I think people find it so easy to fall in line with him. His organization skills are elite, and when it comes to any task I’ve thrown at him, he’s always the first person to not only have the task completed, but done so with an additional perk or adjustment or add-on that I hadn’t even requested and that ultimately make the task all that more useful.

An example of this: I had to read through 140 pages worth of Run-On posts. I do most of my reading on my mobile phone while commuting on the subway, and the Discourse forums aren’t the best for that. Turel took it upon himself to create not just a PDF version of the RO, but with a table of contents, a breakdown of each member and how many posts they did, and some nifty formatting that made it much easier for me to read.

Turel has continued to shine as one of not just Arcona, but the Brotherhood's, most promising leaders. As Quaestor of House Qel-Droma he has revitalized communication with the House WhatsApp group, to the point that this is the most active I’ve ever seen HQD since I left for Clan Leadership. He has shifted the culture to one that embraces activity and promotes it by leading by example. In that same time he has earned 6 Scrolls of Foundation for his work in the Shadow Academy, a scroll of the Master for mentoring “Rod” to Dark Jedi Knight, and an inbox-breaking amount of Clusters. He was a full participant in Great Jedi War XI (11/11), and even earned a Gold Novae in Multimedia with his team along with another set of placement points for Arcona.

Little things like this are what Turel does everyday. Small things that don’t look that important but become so pertinent when looked at as the sum of a whole. Having him here with us in Arcona has been nothing short of a blessing, and I’m very thankful to have him as part of our team.

The Grand Cross is given to those who have shown exemplary work in their position, demonstrating a keen understanding of their surroundings and helping to further their planned goals. For all the reasons listed above, and in the accompanying reccs, I think this Grand Cross is more than earned. The sky is literally the limit for you, Turel. Thank you for all your hard work, dedication, and for inspiring this slightly jaded veteran into still wanting to keep fighting the good fight.

Consul of Clan Arcona

Exarch Marick Tyris Arconae, 2015-02-23 20:18:26 UTC

Additional reasons

Turel has been a breath of fresh air since the moment he stepped into Qel-Droma as Aedile. The guy is a boundless bundle of energy that leapt into the deep end from day one. He didn’t just swim; he rose to the surface and flew across it. He’s one of those few people that can find the roughest hewn stone in the pile, chip away the coarse surface and leave a beautiful work of art in its place.

From his time as Aedile to taking the reigns as Quaestor of House Qel-Droma, everything he has touched has thrived. Under his leadership, Qel-Droma is steadily flourishing and growing to rival our sibling-House of Galeres. As Wally has stated, we haven’t seen this kind of activity since Wally himself was Quaestor. And I feel this is only a starting point.

Before he joined, I was perfectly willing to stay in my position as Battleteam Leader and keep things moving along. However, when he stepped in as Quaestor, I was inspired to take a more active leadership role to further the Clan as a whole. Whilst I am trying my best, I don’t think I will ever be able to fill the shoes as he did. Turel Sorenn is the very definition of leading by example, something of which I am a very firm believer in.

The possibilities for his future in the Brotherhood are endless and I look forward to seeing every moment of it.

For your service to both House Qel-Droma and Clan Arcona, take this Grand Cross as a small token of our appreciation. I look forward to seeing what else we can do together to breathe more life into our little sandbox.

Congratulations, Turel!

Aedile, House Qel-Droma of Clan Arcona

Adept Celevon Werd'a, 2015-02-23 20:17:41 UTC

There are a few things that must be said about Turel for you to understand why he deserves all that he does. He can be as light and free as air when interacting with his members, boldly joking with everyone as an equal, while also being steadfast in spirit, patient, calm, and serious whenever needed. He is the epitome of balance, always fair and vocal in his judgements during arguments yet perfectly reliable and loyal once a decision has been made. And perhaps most importantly of all, he is open to great change. Not many people are as adaptable yet unflinching as Turel is. It’s a special combination that makes him an incredible leader, one we’re lucky to have.

We had a rough start, he and I. Turel was so invested and passionate about all our members, not just those in his House, and really stood up for one of Galeres’ kids when promotion time came around. While honorable and a wonderful thing, it did step on a few toes. We, Arcona, just didn’t work that way, and it was a culture shock. But we resolved it, and looking back, I will swear up and down that that was the moment this man earned my respect. Turel is the kind of person who stands, immovable, by what he believes in and yet is willing to bow to other beliefs, opinions, and decisions for the greater whole. That is, again, a unique quality to say the least, and it’s come into play over and over: when we sat down together with the rest of the House summits to plan a Clan-wide Run-On; when we hashed out various promotions and awards for members; when we had to contain messy member issues and make sure everyone walked away, if not happy, then fairly represented; and when we fought side-by-side in our first Great Jedi War. Today, I’d call no other man my sister (that’s...an odd statement, but hey).

To be frank, T, you make me want to be a better person, as an individual and especially as a leader in this club. You have light and peace inside of you, and you show me everyday that if you let it out, you can change the world around you. Thank you for all you do, and congratulations on the Grand Cross, my friend.

Acting Quaestor of House Galeres

Master Ruka Tenbriss Ya-ir, 2015-02-23 20:18:10 UTC

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