Ashura had never known true brotherhood until had joined his masters clan, although he had technically had been a member of this clan since a child, however now that he had passed his masters trials and gained his new rank with the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. His master, whose name he had never known until recently, was personally escorting him from the shuttle.

“Now that you are ready my apprentice, it is time for you to learn the ways of the Sith, the Bogan teachings will only guide you so far.” Master Isradia spoke with a of importance and wisdom.

“Why is that master?” Ashura was intrigued to know how Sith teaching would advance him further and increase his own powers.

“As you know, the ancient Je'daii Order focused on using the Light and the Dark together, or as they called it Ashla and Bogan.” Isradia said.

“This allowed them to gain greater powers with almost God-like levels.” Ashura added and noticed his master nodding in agreement. “As I only know Bogan and not Sith teaching, I assume that Bogan is used differently.”

“Correct. The knowledge you gained will increase as you learn the true nature of the Sith teachings.” Master and apprentice continued to walk away from the hanger and deeper into the complex. Ashura noticed the clan members looking at him and his master as they walked past. It was then he sensed a strong evil presence approaching, he glanced at his master to see that he too that noticed.

The massive door in front opened to reveal a large man hidden in a black cape. His master bowed slightly and said “Sarin”. The man, Sarin, bowed slightly and responded in kind. Ashura then the mans gaze zone on him. “I take it this is your elusive apprentice.” Sarin seemed to be sizing up the young Sithling. Not wanting to offend the man Ashura bowed deeply showing his respect.

“Well done youngling, you know how to treat your betters, very good.” Ashura gritted his teeth together as his anger swelled up to Sarin’s comments about him. “I am Master Sarin, the Consul of this clan and I welcome you Ashura Isradia to our ranks. A quick warning young man, only the strong survive here, you either grow stronger or you will be die.”

“I understand.” It was a clear answer, Ashura held nothing back in regards to his fear as he believed he would grow stronger. He would not allow himself be become weak, the secrets of Bogan were with him. The Sith committed himself to this path.

“Yes, my apprentice, that is the attitude you will need to survive here.” Master Isradia was pleased with his young student, this was one of the reasons why he took this boy from the Shadow Academy as an infant, why he subjected him to the harsh childhood on Tython, why he made him learn the ancient secrets of the Tho Yor. When Isradia had foresaw how powerful this boy would became and heights he would reach, it was up to him to show him the way.

“Come, there is still much to show you, most importantly where you will be staying.” Ashura nodded in reply to his master and together they walked past Consul Sarin and himself the heart of the clan itself.