[Bows]

This would be #19. Not bad... almost 5 months now! :)

[Bows]

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[ SA Site ]

Yes, the new site is finally up. I'm constantly pestering ^CyberGuy^ with questions and bug fixes, so hopefully it will be in working order shortly.

If you find any bugs, inconsistencies, or just want to point something funny out, please do. Both [Log in to view e-mail addresses] and [^CyberGuy^](mailto:[Log in to view e-mail addresses]) need to find all the flaws ASAP.

[ Combat Academy ]

As I pointed out recently, the Combat Academy is floundering a little. I'm going to be doing my best to assist Dagger, the sole director of the Combat Academy now, to get it out of the murk.

Remember - there are only Obelisk and Sith Combat Academy classes now. The Krath have a new friend. ;)

Also, Combat Instructors should be reporting in to myself and Dagger by February 28th with a report on the classes they have run, or at the very least with a copy of their material and a good excuse. Anyone who doesn't have material for a class by now will be leaving the staff.

Applications for new Combat Instructors will be dealt with in a very simple fashion. If you're an aspiring Sith or Obelisk, and think you could teach some multiplayer tactics to the rest of the Brotherhood, drop off a short resume and a copy of your intended class material with me and Dagger.

[ New Courses ]

I'm always looking for new courses... if you make a course, you will be rewarded. If you grade a course, you will be rewarded. And besides, being a Teacher is so much fun... I've even got Grand Masters who want to be Teachers! :P

[ Great Jedi War ]

If you've taken the time to read this report, you also have the time to be turning in submissions to the GJW! Come on... make my plotline proud. :P

[ Major Office Changes ]

"Dear lord, Mage, you wouldn't repost that list... would you?"

Hah. That's what you think.

#1 - All Course Teachers who are currently active in their positions must report in to myself and Pyralis by no later than February 28th.

#2 - All Obelisk and Sith Combat Instructors who have a class outline and are trying to deliver it need to report in to Dagger and myself no later than the 28th. Any Combat Instructor who has a class outline, but is NOT currently trying to deliver it, must report in ASAP and get their butts moving. Any Combat Instructor who doesn't fall into either of the above falls into the "Apathetic and Fired!" category.

#3 - The Krath section of the Combat Academy has been closed down. More details further on.

#4 - To encourage people to come out to the Obelisk and Sith Combat Academy classes, I will be having them registered as combat events. There will be a short instructional period, followed by an open match time - a competition following the class, so to speak. CF's will be awarded at the competitions.

#5 - As the Krath section of the Combat Academy was less than functional, I have closed it down. Rising in its place is the even-better College of Lore. This little institution will thrill all those Krath who complain incessantly about the level of writing across the Brotherhood. The College will be divided into Sections named for writing styles - Prose, Poetry, Run-On's, Combat Run-On's (a la KCC), and Factual Writing (reports, articles, etc.). Each Section will be headed by a Dean, who will be assisted by 1-2 Sages. That's a grand total of up-to 15 people, all working hard to review any literature sent to them, and reply to the author with a list of improvements - most of which will be based around spelling, grammar, vocabulary, use of descriptive language, maintaining a theme, flow, use of literary devices, realism, and anything else the lovely people can come up with.

Application details can be found further on.

#6 - I currently have three direct assistants. My Praetor, Pyralis, will continue in his functions - and no, I can't write that list out. Of my two Magistrates, freshjive has chosen to step down. Magistrate 1 will remain dedicated to the Combat Academy, while Magistrate 2 will now oversee the new College of Lore.

[ Applications and Appointments ]

Whee. This is my favorite part.

A new Phase One Course Teacher will be announced as soon as I have time to converse with Pyralis on the issue. I'm torn between 3 or 4 very good applications, and will be looking to my ever-wise Praetor to help me make the final call.

As for applications... well, this tickles my mind. I've already had applications for the College of Lore that has barely been conceived as an idea. I've also received dozens of positive comments about it. So, bearing that in mind, the application details for M:HM2 - the overseer of the College of Lore - follow. M:HM2 will help me choose Deans once s/he is chosen, and then the Deans will be given the power to appoint anywhere from 0-2 Sages to assist them. I expect most Deans won't need assistants any time soon, but you never know.

Applicants for M:HM2 must meet the following criteria:

• Proven capabilities in a leadership position

• Exceptional communication skills - mastery of the English language is a must

• High activity - email turnaround of 24-48 hours maximum

• Must demonstrate (in a fashion of their own choosing) the ability to accurately, fairly, and politely critique a piece of literature

• Must be fully committed to seeing the College of Lore succeed in its intended role, and motivated to make it happen

• Intend on staying in this position for a period of 4+ months

I will be accepting applications until the 25th or so. If I receive a bushel of fully-qualified applicants before then, I will make my decision earlier.

[ Shadow Academy Staff Rewards ]

I've kinda been muddling my way through this for the past little while... what's an acceptable form of award for work with the SA? I've used my best judgement to date, but I'm going to try and lay out some flat guidelines (read - not a point system >:P).

So, without further ado, here's the system I've devised for Course Teachers, Combat Instructors, Deans, and Sages - which I will be having reviewed by stand-in Chancellor Knight Camile:

CT's - After grading 50 tests, a Star of Eos; or

After grading 100 tests, a Steel Cross

(For the above - Course Teachers are expected to record their own pass/fails, so they will have an accurate record, and can beat me when their presents are due. :P)

Regular service in a constantly demanding position such as this is also awarded. Most Course Teachers who have done quality work to date - Cymbre Kall (ret.), Reaper, etc. - have been rewarded. I believe there's two or three people I need to make recommendations for today, as well.

CI's - After delivering 15 successful classes (where people show up and participate) - a Star of Eos; or

After delivering 30 successful classes, a Steel Cross

Again, regular service is awarded. I've got a few people in mind, but I'd like to see some more success with the Combat Academy on the whole before making those recommendations.

Deans/Sages - After reviewing and returning (with suggestions) 25 pieces of work, a Star of Eos; or

After reviewing and returning 50 pieces of work, a Steel Cross

And, once again, regular service will be rewarded. I expect any Dean or Sage who performs well in their position will be recommended for a nice shiny.

My Praetor and Magistrates will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis, and for whatever award they are due. They may not see the basic shinies as often, but they may see much bigger ones. Don't feel left out, guys. ;)

If you have a problem with the above, let me know. I know I have a knack for making little mistakes, and would like to be informed of them.

[ Leave ]

I'm still on what amounts to a leave. I'll be doing my best to be around, and for no reason other than keeping my mind occupied, I may still be around almost as much. My family remains priority number one, however, especially at this point in time.

[ Are You Quite Finished Yet?! ]

...yea, I've run out of things to babble about. I'm sure I'll think of three more right after I hit, "Add Report", so you'll see those in a bit.

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Signed and Sealed,

**_Obelisk Battlelord Mage

Headmaster of the Shadow Academy_**__