As I write this recommendation Tarax has been Aedile of House Dinaari for the past 7 months and 25 days. This makes him the second longest serving Dinaari Aedile in Clan History and I have to say when I chose him as Aedile nearly eight months ago I'm glad I picked him. He has surpassed my expectations (and probably everyone else's as well) time and time again and I've been waiting for the day I can finally award him something larger than his customary Dark Cross. Without fail he has published a House report every fortnight that gets the job done which is more than most leaders of the Brotherhood can say for themselves. He helps me with almost every new transfer into the House by either greeting them personally himself when they join or he assists in their training whenever they have questions. While he's rough and harsh on the outside Tarax can be quite the soft and gentle giant when he needs to be (while still remaining sharp!).

He's always on Internet Relay Chat, establishing himself as one of the core members of Clan Taldryan's rich history. He has been a fantastic Aedile as he's always there to offer his (often insightful) opinions and ideas and he's not afraid to disagree with me on issues, making him a very valuable member of the Clan Taldryan leadership team. He finishes everything that is asked of him and most the time he does it in a timely manner. Without Tarax as my Aedile I'm quite sure I would have resigned as Quaestor ages ago - we get along great and his motivation to help the House and be a useful sounding board helps push me to do better, to enjoy myself more, and ultimately just make my entire stint as Quaestor far more enjoyable.

I will admit Tarax is the not the most active member of the Clan, even as a leader. This is fine because he makes up for it in the big (and important) events like Vendettas. I'm quite sure when the next one rolls along he'll be putting in everything he can into it. Dedication, loyalty, and consistency are the words that best describe Tarax and so far he has yet to disappoint me. I am glad that I can recommend his first ever Grand Cross of the Darkside and I look forward to serving alongside him for many more months to come. Thanks for all your help, pole! It's not a Dark Cross, I know, but hopefully it does the trick ...

For Taldryan,

Templar Vladet Xavier Quaestor, Dinaari of Taldryan Right Hand of Justice, CoJ Magistrate to the Grand Master

Tarax has been doing a great job as AED of Dinaari for the past eight months. He has been leading Dinaari and helping his members. He isn't afraid to give his opinion on anything no matter what it is. His presence of IRC his great, he is on almost all the time and always contributing to the clan while on. Sometimes his contributions involve helping a fellow clan member, other times it is helping the summit with decisions, or it could be finding material for everyone to enjoy. He does all the work we ask of him as a leader in Taldryan and he is always on time. He isn't the most active person most of the time, but when we need Tarax he always comes through for us (except that one time in the feud with Arcona, but we have recently forgiven him for that =P). Thanks for all of your great work Tarax, you truly deserve this Grand Cross!

~Chaos

It’s easy to forget that it’s already been a long stretch with Tarax as Aedile. The Aedile’s job is to be the Quaestor’s second set of hands. The best Aedile’s are ones that not only helps the House or Clan, but also acts in concert with their Quaestor. In this aspect, Tarax has performed admirably in. He has done all of the “little” things right, from keeping in touch to the newer members; ensuring there are House competitions; making regular reports; keeping his members up to date with the latest information; cleaning House when necessary; being active on IRC and available to those within the House. As said he isn’t the most active of members in terms of general month-to-month activities, but he is there when called upon and is always there for his job. Having grown into the role of a leader, and actively modifying his own behaviours so that he can function in that role, Tarax has grown and become someone who can effectively lead his own House if the situations calls for it. For all of his efforts since taking over the second-in-command of Dinari, I believe Tarax has earned this award.

For Taldryan, Dark Jedi Master Halcyon Rokir Consul of Taldryan

Lord Halcyon, 2008-05-31 11:18:09 UTC