Event Details

Event ID
165134
Target
General Daniel Stephens
Award
Grand Cross
Quantity
1
Requested by
Moff Alethia Archenksova
Primary reason

The cast of SNL used to call Phil Hartman "the glue" because of his ability to hold both the cast and individual sketches together. That's basically how I view Takota/Seraphol. He goes where he's needed, he does what needs doing, and then he moves along when someone else is ready to step up. Since his last recognition, that service has involved two months as Satele Shan's AED and 38 days as the BTL of the Knights of Allusis and their successor unit, the Wildcards. Both as a leader and as a regular member, he's organized 12 competitions and co-organized another. He recently received a Scroll of the Master for mentoring his friend Ethan Martes to the rank of Jedi Knight.

That said, in COU we try to embody the lead from the front principle, and hold that leadership is not limited to a position. Sera has been an inspiration to younger members (which is all of them) through his consistent activity across a broad range of platforms. He has participated in 81 competitions, plus an additional 12 container comps. He has taken home 24 crescents, including 1 with a ruby star. 8 of these competitions and 2 of the crescents were from participation in the recent COU/TAL event. As you would expect of a long-term PROF, Seraphol has passed 6 courses and earned himself 2 degrees. He has also earned 99 Clusters of Fire and a whopping 535 Clusters of Earth. Beyond gaming, Sera's also earned 3 Clusters of Ice and 3 of Graphite. Lastly, he's taken home 2 Legions of the Scholar.

Sera, thanks for everything you do. Never change, you old coot.

Alethia Archenksova
Proconsul, Odan-Urr

Moff Alethia Archenksova, 2017-06-26 23:45:35 UTC
Additional reasons

Since Takota or as I know him better Seraphol has only returned to Hoth just a little over a month ago and since others will talk about his numbers. I will focus on the way he has been a guiding force within House Hoth.

When we decided to close the House's original battleteam and create a new one Takota's application, vision and plan was the best one that represented the full vision of Celevon and my long term vision for the team and the house. Since being appointed as the new BTL he has hit the ground running by polling the members for ideas on what the team should be, what it will be called and more importantly it's overall focus and direction. So, for someone that is normally very surly, strongly opinionated and having the potential to go full Seraphol (which is to irrationally argue a point with the deep hot passion of twins suns and for no good reason) on people. It's amazing to see how much dedication he is showing to this new team and all of the members of the house.

So congratulations my dear friend, you more than earn this small token!

Edgar Drachen, Quaestor of House Hoth

Edgar Drachen, 2017-06-23 21:35:42 UTC

Takoda or as most know him Seraphol has been one of my mentors and a good friend.

When Archenksova was promoted to Quastor, I was still Battle Team Leader and not ready to become Aedile. Seraphol stood up and took the number two spot in the House, even though he was looking forward to settling in for "retirement" from leadership. He took me under his wing and not only began helping me with tips and tricks for Battle Team Leader, but also preparing me for the day I became Aedile.

I have also been lucky enough to game and participate in run-ons with Seraphol. He is a a very active member of the Clan Telegram channel and just recently had another student reach Knighthood. Seraphol has was and has also been an active member of the House Summit and Clan Title Holder.

It is my honor to recommend Seraphol/Takoda for a Grand Cross. Congratulations Sera!

Colonel Len Iode, 2017-06-23 23:17:28 UTC