Despite both of us having been around Taldryan for a long time, it wasn't until the last six to eight months that I was really able to interact much with Tarax. But since then, as I have become more active in the House, Tarax has been constantly and consistently before me. I have had a chance to see what sort of member and person he has grown into, and I am impressed.

Tarax has a way about him that is distinctive. No, I don't refer to the fact that this member has an edge to him and doesn't mince words. I refer to the fact that, unlike many other members, Tarax cares deeply for the club, for Taldryan and for his fellow members. He will go to bat for anyone, pushing for what he thinks is right. He's not afraid to stand up for himself or others, even in the face of persecution because of it. People discard this member as if he were some type of troll; I see someone that is committed to getting things done, who will use the tactics he needs to get your attention.

I have been very encouraged by Tarax's contributions to the House. He has committed himself to the Master Student program and has helped guide new members through the Crusade and their promotion requirements. He has been ever present for all discussions about the House future and the Vendetta events, and he has contributed a lot by the way of useful assistance. He is always on IRC, and frequents the Google+ hangouts of the Grand Master. He has assisted with the projects that Tal members have going in the background, providing useful additions and commentary to things such as the new character sheet proposal. Tarax has been a beacon of activity. And, unbeknownst to many people, he has been this way for a long time.

So I sit here today and I am being asked if Tarax deserves a promotion. I am being asked, as a Grand Master and leader of this club, if I think this person is worth of one of the highest ranks of this club. I am being asked if I think this is a deserving recognition in light of the precedent of people who have achieved this rank before him.

And my response is a resounding YES. Tarax deserves this promotion, and I congratulate him on the excellence that brought him to it. ~ Jac Cotelin, Grand Master

Tarax Esophoros Taldrya Kor is an exceptional member of the Dark Brotherhood. Quick witted, candid, and honest; Tarax often provides the leaders of the Dark Brotherhood with an alternate opinion. Driven by the desire to see the Dark Brotherhood improve, Tarax's ideas have taken poor systems and processes and improved them greatly. In addition to Tarax's constant ability to keep everyone on their toes, he is also a dedicated participant of major Dark Brotherhood events. Tarax's efforts re-energized House Taldryan and helped lead them to a Dark Crusade Round 1 victory. Tarax is a beast and this promotion is overdue. Grats! ~ Darth Pravus, Grand Master

I've known and worked with Tarax for a very long time now and have even served or led him in more than one Clan. He's a...unique individual, we'll say, but someone who has grown over the years in the club. His work with Taldryan has been astounding. He has really stepped up recently to help lead and push its members back into activity. He has also always tried to find ways to help out the DB in general. He is a part of the OFH due to these qualities: Not out for himself, but instead out to better the club as a whole. When compared to many others out there he more than deserves this promotion, and it'll be nice to see him reach those upper- Equite echelons. Congrats!~ Halcyon Rokir Taldrya, Sith Lord

I come here today to extol the virtues of one of the most underrated, unrecognized, and criminally unappreciated members of the Brotherhood. Tarax Eosphoros Taldrya Kor’s contributions to the Brotherhood and to his unit go beyond the mere minimum standards of leadership and cross into the realm of a Brotherhood symbol.

It has been almost 10 years since Tarax first joined the Brotherhood. In that time, he has asserted his influence over a wide range of activities within the organization. Through several terms as a House or Clan leader of Taldryan, Tarax has demonstrated the ability to promote the well being of his members and his unit by mentoring journeymen, marshaling equites and elders in vendettas, and livening up IRC with his unique sense of humor. But beyond his official duties, Tarax has become a fixture in Taldryan and the Brotherhood. Indeed, is there even a member among those who dislike Tarax who could say with honesty that the Brotherhood would be the same without him?

Lastly, Tarax served as my Magistrate, Arbiter Magistrate, and Praetor for over a year when I served as Master at Arms. In that capacity, he assisted in my reforms by compiling data on promotions, medals, families, and Clan names. He also performed the duties of Master at Arms for a substantial portion of promotions, medals, and competitions that were processed during that time. I am ashamed to admit that Tarax was only compensated for his service to me with one Dark Cross. It is time to rectify that oversight.

I recommend that Tarax Eosphoros Taldrya Kor be elevated to the rank of Obelisk Primarch. His continued prominence and commitment to the Brotherhood can only serve to strengthen the organization in the future.

I love you, pole. <3 ~ Syn Kaek, Force Ghost; Former Master at Arms and Chancellor of the Brotherhood

Tarax is by far one of my favorite members in this great club. His pure epicness in the are of trolling shows how much he cares for the welfare of the Brotherhood. His actions in the past two months of the Dark Crusade have propelled his activity and stance in the Brotherhood above many. Going 5/5 in this past month's events alone shows his dedication to Taldryan, and his support for the great effort that the Dark Council has put into this year-long event. Having spent the last 3 and a half years at the rank of Equite 3, I, along with countless others, see that he is beyond fitting to become the rank of Obelisk Primarch. Many of his comrades and fellow DB'ers have been promoted for less, and by grapthars hammer the Brotherhood wants him to be recognized for his raw talent and ingenuity in the arts of awesome. My only wish from him is that he go forth this day as an Elite member of the Brotherhood, and Taldryan, as a Equite 4. By the power vested in the great position of Grand Master and Lord over the Iron throne, I ask that the Lion of Tarthos promote this reputable hulk of a man with his due penance. Forever loyal to this club,

• Shaz'air Taldrya, Aedile of House Taldryan

Obelisk Exarch Tarax Eosphoros Taldrya Kor is by far one of the most impressive members I have met within the DB. He is keen minded and speak his mind free without sugarcoating for the best of House Taldryan and the Dark Brotherhood.

Outstanding in terms of activity Tarax has been part of the forefront members participating in 10 out of 11 events during the first two chapters of the Crusade. He has also shown his initiative to bring the ways of Taldryan to the next generation by taking on an Apprentice. Lastly and probably most important, Tarax is a steady voice on both of Taldryans Mailing lists (Summit and regular) and a core presence on IRC and the message boards, always willing to help out members from new to old.

His commitment to the Brotherhood and Taldryan in special over the last years makes him deserving this promotion to the rank of Obelisk Primarch, which I am highly recommending now as Quaestor of Taldryan.

~OP Rian Aslar, Quaestor of House Taldryan

"Tarax Eosphoros Taldrya Kor, or more simply Tarax as we call him, is a terrible human being. That said, he has committed himself to Taldryan: taking on an apprentice, helping to marshal the house through the first two phases of the Crusade, and engaged in leadership discussions at both the House and Brotherhood level. His integrity (as demonstrated by his honesty and fairness, unlike some recently promoted people) should be the standard to which all members of this club are measured. He is a credit to his unit and to the Brotherhood as a whole. Promote his ass to Obelisk Warlord or whatever we're calling the rank these days."

~DJM Pandala D. Howlader

I'm writing today to expound upon the many virtues of Tarax Eosphoros Kor, and recommend that he be elevated to the rank of Obelisk Primarch (née Obelisk Warlord).

Tarax has been a staunch member of Taldryan since his return, working tirelessly to help the House return to its former glory. As a constant advisor, a leader whose opinions are never clouded by secondary objectives or motives, Tarax is a true exemplar of Taldryan fortitude.

His willingness to always lend a hand in helping out new members, to try to guide them in what it means to be a member of Taldryan is unparalleled, and his dedication to Taldryan's core ideals is unrelenting.

When it comes to activity, almost no member of Taldryan or the Dark Brotherhood as a whole can put Tarax to shame. He is a constant presence on IRC, regularly joins in with the odd Google+ Hangouts that are currently in vogue, and is an constant and supportive member of both the Brotherhood forums and on the Taldryan mailing lists.

More importantly, Tarax is someone who knows what it is to put the good of the Brotherhood above his own personal reputation. Constantly and unfairly derided for being a troll, simply because he has the audacity to state his opinion, regardless of whether or not it is a popular one. Tarax has shown that his dedication to the Brotherhood outshines the selfish interests that often plague our members, and that he is more than worthy of receiving this promotion.

~ Dark Jedi Master Keirdagh Taldrya Cantor

Tarax has shown excellent dedication and devotion towards the improvement of all things Taldryan (And the DB, as well). He has participated heavily in recent competitions, has taken an Apprentice, and shows diligence in helping new members become antiquated with Taldryan. Tarax often goes above and beyond to help others, proofreading fiction, helping the leadership, and encouraging open communication with the Dark Council through the use of Google+.

Also, he's ******** awesome, and this is long overdue.

-- DA Sithspawn Taldrya

Tarax, you cheeky bastard you. When I met Tarax five and a half years ago, I had three words to describe him. "What. An. Asshole." He was crude, mean, and honestly? I wouldn't of cared what had happened to him. Two and a half years later - he was a completely different guy. You could actually stand to have a conversation with him. Present day? He's one of the top members of Taldryan. Tarax busts his ass every day for this place, doing every Crusade competition imaginable, coaching and assisting the newer members, Tarax has been on the top of his game lately. 

I'll let all the people from the stone age tell you all about Tarax and when he was a youngin', but I whole heartily believe Tarax is deserving of this promotion. He deserves it more than anyone else. Rarely do you see an oldie die down and then come back to life with the furiousity that Tarax did, and maintain it no less. I have no doubt in my mind this guy's going to be one of the most active members of this Crusade and afterwards. ~Anubis Annedu, Former Aedile of House Taldryan

Tarax is not just a member. He has become an institution in the Brotherhood. Sometimes wrong, sometimes right, always outspoken, Tarax pushes for clarity and explanations in the things that he doesn't understand,and pushes people to think through all of their decisions. It's not just trolling. This is his way of pushing the Brotherhood forward. With integrity, with honesty, without guile and without malice, he pushes us all to be better members, better leaders, better people. He is willing to put his work where his mouth is. His recent activity for the unit in the crusade is not enough to get him promoted, but it is a great example of how he will go strong on a moment's notice to help his friends, his house, and this club. He has served as an advisor to more members than we can really quantify. Three grand masters and a bevy of retired dark councilors felt it necessary to write him a recommendation for promotion. The fact that he has that many friends in high places isn't just a matter of sucking up...he just doesn't do that. It's a matter of being valuable to this organization. It's a point that he cares deeply for this club, beyond personal glory. That in and of itself has seen others promoted to heights of the club, but when you take into account his work and his advice, it becomes obvious that Tarax is ready for the next rank. Certainly, he is not without his rough spots. He will defend himself and his friends and positions fervently, to the point of near trolling... but that is passion, passion to push the club to greater heights. And yet, when he is proven wrong, he is still strong enough, and humble enough to admit it and apologize. We have too few of those in this club. So, here's to you, the Brotherhood's resident White-Hat troll, the professional devil's advocate, and the voice of informed dissent. Thank you, Tarax. ~Muz Ashen, Dark Lord of the Sith.

Lord Muz Ashen Keibatsu, 2013-03-24 16:46:42 UTC