Department of Galactic Studies

Department Info

Courses in the Department of Galactic Studies cover the Star Wars setting and how the Brotherhood interacts with it through Possessions, the Character Sheet system, and our lore.

Professor: dbb0t

Alchemy Studies

In this course, students will find an in-depth study of Force Alchemy, the process of using Mechu-deru, Sith swords, Jedi Alchemy, and everything in between. This course will give you access to the Official Alchemy Guide of the Dark Brotherhood (also known as the Codex of Zhesos), and the exam at its conclusion will test your knowledge.

This course is DEPRECATED and will be removed or replaced in the near future.

philosophy and alchemy

Astronomy Studies

This course has been created in order to give you an opportunity to learn the details of astronomy, including galactic distances, types of stars, planets, and other galactic phenomena.

ships and astronomy and canon

Capital Starship Studies

This course provides you with knowledge about the largest starships and superweapons that are in use with various governments and criminal groups in the Galaxy.

This course is DEPRECATED and will be removed or replaced in the near future. For more current information on this subject, see Personal Starships.

ships and astronomy and canon

Galactic Languages

There are a multitude of languages used by countless species across the galaxy. This course teaches you about a few of the most prominent ones, as well as about their use in the galaxy at large.

lore and canon

Creatures & You

If you've built a character and outfitted them with the best gear you can afford but still feel like something is missing, it might be because they need a furry, scaled, slimy or otherwise beastly friend – or at least a very ferocious bodyguard. This course will introduce you to the fauna of the galaxy and teach you how to purchase and interact with creatures in our system.

Course written by Eleceos Araave on 13 July 2021.

Freighters/Transports Studies

This course has been designed to teach you basic knowledge about the most common freighters and transports which are utilized by various groups and companies.

This course is DEPRECATED and will be removed or replaced in the near future. For more current information on this subject, see Personal Starships.

ships and astronomy and canon

Mandalorian Culture Studies

Culture, creed and code are what make a Mandalorian, though each has been a subject of controversy and evolution over the people’s long history. This course will explore those aspects of Mandalorian society and look at the notable Mandalorians who have made their mark upon the galaxy.

Philosophy I: Views of the Force

This course will provide you with some basic knowledge on the predominant views on the Force, as well as supporting material to explain their relevance in the galaxy at large.

Philosophy II: Cults of the Force

There are various sects which use the Force and each takes a subtly different view of the Force as a whole. This course has been designed to give students valuable insight into the history, location, and characteristics of a few of the most notable sects and traditions.

Races and Species

There are countless species throughout the known galaxy. A few have even been influential within the Brotherhood itself. Over this course, you will learn about a number of the species that have taken so great a part in the formation of our history and that of the galaxy as a whole.

Starfighter Studies

This course has been created to help you familiarize yourself with the most popular starfighters that are utilized by various militaristic groups in the Galaxy.

This course is DEPRECATED and will be removed or replaced in the near future. For more current information on this subject, see Personal Starships.

ships and astronomy and canon

Martial Arts: Form Studies

This course aims to help you understand the depths of the various Martial Arts Forms that are available to Characters in the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. You will be tested primarily on your reading comprehension ability by answering the multiple choice questions below. The knowledge gained from this exam will help you with writing Martial Arts Forms into your stories wether it be Run-Ons, Fictions, or ACC duels.

writing, acc, combat, db basics, and societies

Armor and Protection

This course covers the clothing and armor that will—or won’t—keep your character alive in the face of the countless threats across the galaxy. It will also cover more exotic forms of protection, ranging from shields to shield generators.

Course written by Alethia Archenksova and Alaris Jinn on 31 October 2024.

Droids

Because of the tremendous value and importance that droids have for our storytelling, there are over 100 models of droids available in our possessions system. This course covers the different types of droids you will have access to, where and how to find them, and the ways to make your droids unique.

Course written by Aiden Lee Deshra on 7 August 2024.

Galactic History 101 - The Era of the Old Republic

This course covers all current material available concerning the early, known galactic history during the Era of the Old Republic, including the creation of the Jedi and the Sith and the death of Darth Bane.

history and canon

Galactic History 102 - Twilight of the Galactic Republic

This course covers the history of the galaxy from the formation to the dissolution of the Galactic Republic.

history and canon

Galactic History 103 - Rise and Fall of the Galactic Empire

In this course, we will cover the short and eventful lifespan of the Galactic Empire, the major actors that shaped the body politic, and the major civil war that finally led to its downfall.

Last updated by Alethia Archenksova on 20 July 2024.

history and canon

Galactic History 104 - Ascendance of the First Order

The final course of the series covers the end of the Galactic Civil War, the trials of the New Republic, and the rise of the First Order to power and conflict.

Lightsabers

There is arguably no weapon in science fiction, or science fantasy, more iconic than the lightsaber. This course will take you through the processes of utilizing lightsabers for your character writing, the methods of acquiring a lightsaber through our club's possessions system, and even how to get your own graphically designed lightsaber for display purposes.

Course written by Eleceos Araave and last updated by Alethia Archenksova on 12 July 2024.

Mandalorian History 101

Discover the history of the Mandalorians from their beginnings as warrior crusaders during the Mandalorian Expansion through their war with the Jedi and the civil wars that led to the rise and fall of various factions and philosophies through the end of the Clone Wars.

Personal Speeders

Racing through the trees of Endor. Soaring through the Coruscant skies and dodging traffic. Total domination of snow banks on Hoth. Some of the best sequences in Star Wars take place planetside with high speed chases and sprawling battlefields. With the many types of speeders and warcraft at your disposal, you may want to have a few of these vehicles for your character's personal use. In this exam you will learn about the types of landcraft we offer in our Possessions systems, and how you can make them your own.

Course written by Eleceos Araave on 5 June 2023.

Personal Starships

X-Wings, TIE Fighters, the Millennium Falcon. The starships in Star Wars are some of the most famous and captivating parts of the setting, so naturally you may be interested in acquiring and outfitting a starship of your very own. This course outlines the ships available to you, how you can get your hands on one, and your options for customizing them.

Course written by Eleceos Araave on 5 June 2023.

Planets and Moons

This course provides you with more detailed information about important planets and moons in the Galaxy.

ships and astronomy and canon

Regions of the Galaxy

In the vacuum of space is a galaxy of billions of planets connected together by a superhighway of trade routes. At the center of this galaxy is the Deep Core with ever expanding regions moving outward like the rings of a tree. These regions define the personalities and characteristics of their inhabitants. We will discuss and review what the differences between the regions of the galaxy are and how the galaxy evolves as we move out from the Core.

Course written by Zed and Qor Kith on 26 August 2014.

ships and astronomy and canon