Antar was relaxing in his rack when his comlink chirped. Always when I get some down time, he thought with a sigh as he picked up the device.

“Go for Locke,” he spoke clearly.

“Antar, meet me down in the hangar bay,” his master, Sight Nortorshin, spoke quickly and directly like he always did with the Sith.

The Sith arrived at the hangar bay several minutes later. His master was talking with the Deck Chief and the Ship’s Doctor, Maaks. Nearby were several martial arts training dummies set up on stands, which was also normal for their training sessions. Walking across the hangar bay to the men, the Sith took in the rest of the surroundings.

“Good, you made it,” Sight spoke slowly as he looked towards the control booth. A yellow light started flashing inside the hangar bay and a voice spoke over the loudspeaker.

“Incoming shuttle, clear the bay. Incoming shuttle, clear the bay.” The voice repeated the warning several times.

“Now, Doctor!” Sight exclaimed as he grabbed Antar and wrapped him up in a bear hug. As he began to struggle against his master the Sith felt a prick on his neck. Several seconds passed the Krath keeping his grip, then Antar’s world went black as the sedative took effect.

The Jedi Hunter felt disoriented as he regained consciousness, opening his eyes he squinted into a bright spotlight that shone from above onto his prone form. Turning his head to the side Antar saw only darkness, but it felt like he was being watched. Slowly rising to his feet the Sith saw a lightsaber laying on the deck beside him. Antar recognized the lightsaber as one his master had once shown him: it was the first lightsaber that Sight used as a Knight. Instinctively taking the weapon into his hand Antar peered cautiously into the darkness.

“ATTENTION, TO ORDERS!” Sight’s voice barked out the military command from in front of Antar. Snapping to the position of attention as he was trained to. The Journeyman could hear the collective pop of the *Nighthawk’s * entire crew perform the movement, as he had just done, in perfect unison behind him. A second spot light ignited and shown down upon Sight as he read from a datapad.

“By order of Shadow Lord Marick Arconae, Consul of Arcona, it is henceforth decreed that upon this day Jedi Hunter Antar Locke is to be elevated to the honored rank of Dark Jedi Knight of Clan Arcona, and is entitled to all privileges and responsibilities of said rank. Those of lesser rank are to obey all lawful orders and directions of Dark Jedi Knight Antar Locke. So it is decreed, so it shall be. Signed this day by Marick Arconae,” Sight’s voice echoed throughout the hangar bay as pride overruled the shock inside Antar.

A third spotlight illuminated Captain Cortel who stood slightly behind and to the left of Sight. “Nighthawk, hand salute.” Her voice strong and full of command. A third voice that Antar had heard only rarely on communications spoke from the darkness behind Arcia, as her and Sight’s spotlights turned off.

“Knights and Equities of Arcona show your respect,” the voice of his Consul sent chills down Antar’s spine as several dozen lightsabers of different shades and hues ignited and shown through the darkness in front of him, the yellow blade of his master the closest.

“Ignite your saber, Apprentice, and join our ranks.” Sight spoke softly though his voice carried throughout the hangar bay. Antar raised the hilt holding it in front of his face and depressed the activation button.

………………………………………………….

It is my honour to be recommending Antar for his elevation to the rank of Dark Jedi Knight. Though the Rollmaster has gone into detail about everything that he has brought done. Its my pleasure to see the things he has taken above and beyond his simple requirements.

He has been an active and dedicated member of not only House Galeres but Clan Arcona as well, making sure that he continues to strive to take onboard work, this can be from a House level as well as a Battleteam level. Always asking and offering to be able to help others, this could be from wiki pages to even just asking if a member needs help with their character sheet. As well as staying active he is constantly on IRC talking and interacting with others not only expanding his presences and communication with the Clan but talking with those outside as well.

For all or your hard work and effort since your last promotion, I am proud to see you reach the final Journeymen rank. Congratulations Antar, now remember just keep the hard work up and im sure we will see you continue further in this club.

Quaestor of House Galeres

Cethgus Tiberius Entar, 2014-07-08 11:45:15 UTC

I am pleased to announce that Antar Locke is now eligible for promotion to the prized rank of Dark Jedi Knight. Since joining he has proven to be yet another exemplary Journeyman and one fully deserving of this Knighthood.

Firstly, his activity when it comes to taking part in competitions has been excellent. He has taken part in no less than ten competitions, these being To be, or not to be, Clan Arcona Official Sports Drink [Part 1], Hawk Tales #1, Maximum Brevity Series 9: A perfect kill, Sentence Run-On, [Arcona] ACB 2014 Pilot - June, Monthly Mobile Gaming: 100 Ballz, World Cup Bracket Challenge, Hawk Tales #2, Taldryan Gatekeeper Trials, June 2014. He even managed to place in four of these. In addition to this, Antar has run not one, but two of his own DB wide competitions, one called ‘Dead and Buried’, and the other was ‘I’m a believer!’.

The Shadow Academy has also interested Antar. He has managed to obtain the fourth rank within the SA Society, passing, among other exams, both Leadership Studies and Leadership Fundamentals. He managed also to obtain four Dark Maven degrees, these being for combat, flight, philosophy and writing.

Character development is another area that Antar has shown ability in. Not only has he written over three thousand words, but he has also brought his own character’s Wiki article to a point that it can has been approved as quality by Wiki staff member Aiden Kincaid.

Finally, he has obtained both a merit medal, this being a Dark Cross, and has spent the required four weeks as a Jedi Hunter.

Congrats, Antar. Enjoy the lightsaber.

Rollmaster of Clan Arcona

, 2014-07-08 11:29:04 UTC

What can I say about Antar that would do him justice. I find myself pondering these things as I write this. I could talk about the things he has done behind the scenes for his battle team. I could talk about his thirst for passing SA courses and getting degrees, or the times I have opened up one of his g-doc’s to do a bit of proofing for him late at night. Only to find him adding more content to what many would consider to be a finished fiction. He seems to have a drive for perfection and to do the best he possibly can. I could mention that he has always finished his requirements well before the time in rank has finished. Honestly none of these things give him justice, they are small parts that make up a whole of who he is.

I have been spoiled by having Antar as my first apprentice. He has a drive that matches and surpasses my own for the Brotherhood. Antar is a member who needs little instruction to complete a request and to shine whilst doing so.

It has been both my privilege and honor to help mentor Antar along the path to Knight. Antar, you have not only earned, but deserve this rank. Enjoy your saber buddy, I hope and expect to see you reach the Equite ranks soon.

Mako Henymory, 2014-07-08 11:29:43 UTC

ntar Locke has been consistently impressive since he joined Nighthawk. Always asking if there is more that he can assist with and just simply participating in everything he can, Antar never seems to slow down. The Shadow Academy has been the recent victim of Antar's activity spree, with no signs of slowing.

Since joining our crew in Nighthawk, Antar has amassed 3 Crescents with Topaz Stars, 1 Crescent with Sapphire Star, 27 Clusters of Fire, 1 Cluster of Ice and a solid Dark Cross. This is more than most people can say by the time they reach the apex of the Journeyman ranks.

With great pride I am recommending Jedi Hunter Antar Locke for elevation to Dark Jedi Knight. I wish you the best of luck in your coming endeavors, Antar, and hope you remain in Nighthawk so we can all assist you in what is to come. Wield your saber with pride.

Congratulations on Knight.

Battleteam Leader, Battleteam Nighthawk

Rear Admiral Arcia Cortel, 2014-07-08 11:44:11 UTC