Dral Falgorth joined Clan Vizsla from the rogues and immediately made an impact in the Clan as a contributor, a vocal communicator in our chats, and a key influencer in Vizsla culture. Dral has stepped up for us time and time again, currently serving as one of our BTLs (collectively, his fourth month as a BTL).

Since Dral’s last promotion over a year ago, he has been a creator of DB content and a participant. He has organized or co-organized 11 total events, participated in 60, written 3400 words of fiction, taken 13 SA courses, and earned 4 degrees. This work has earned him an AC, a Silver Nova, a Bronze Nova, a Diamond Crescent, six Ruby Crescents, 22 combined lower level crescents, and most recently 10 Seals of Vision. Dral’s participation in the GJW helped secure Vizsla a second place finish and assured our Clan a positive course moving forward.

I would also like to note Dral’s involvement in creating and managing Clan Vizsla’s key quarterly competition, the Great Hunt. Dral was a key leader, designer, and grader of our most recent iteration. He did an outstanding job on the events (see Great Hunt II.

Dral, thanks so much for everything you’ve done. Congrats on this well deserved promotion!

Grand Master Declan Roark, 2020-08-05 16:23:51 UTC

Kelviin has been a constant and ever loyal Wookie presence in the halls of Arcona. It is impossible to not notice his kindness, friendliness towards others and eagerness to help everyone in need.

Since his last promotion, Kelviin has participated in 63 competitions, 31 PvP matches, 106 PvE activities, 5 fiction activities and 3 RO posts. All this activity has earned him 11 Crescents (1 Diamond, 6 Amethyst, 3 Sapphire, 1 Emerald), 1 Bronze Nova and 1 Silver Nova. He has also received for his participation, 5 Pendants of Blood, 1088 Clusters of Fire (Wow!), 7 Clusters of Ice, 478 Clusters of Earth and 15 Clusters of Graphite. He gathers in his prized shelves 12 Seals of Wrath, 8 Seals of Fury, 2 Seals of Discord and 3 Seals of Vision. For having recruited Blithe, a member of House Qel-Droma, Kelviin has been awarded a Scroll of Indoctrination. Also during this time, Kelviin has been awarded 1 Steel Cross and 2 Dark Crosses, proving once more his commitment to our House and Clan.

Our friendly Wookie is ever present in the chats, always ready to give some helpful advice.

For all the reasons mentioned above, I wish to elevate Kelviin to the rank of Raider. Go raid some ships! But not our own please.

Congratulations on your promotion, or as they would say in Shyriiwook, GGrrgrrgrgGGrgrrGRGRRg!

Aru Law Aedile, House Qel-Droma

Dr. Aru Law, 2020-08-04 21:57:46 UTC

Kelviin has been a furry staple of Qel-Droma, some might even say the origiwook, and his presence is warmly felt whenever his bright and colorful personality graces us on Telegram. Keeping the Voidbreaker in good running order, erm, when it’s not being shot to pieces by our enemies at least, and providing a helpful hydrospanner to all his friends in need, it is my continued privilege to have him among our illustrious number!

Thank you for your service, you majestic walking carpet!

Tali Sroka, Quaestor, House Qel-Droma

Aedile Tali Sroka, 2020-08-04 21:57:37 UTC

Battlemaster Ra’gnar is a plank holder in Clan Vizsla. For the uninitiated, this means he helped build the ship that is now our Clan. He joined our efforts prior to becoming an official House and he was instrumental in seeing Vizsla become a reality.

In the Spring I’d 2019, members of the initial Vizsla 20 were tasked with creating a Clan Proposal, a fictional history, a Clan systems and processes document, and a “roadmap to war” detailing the Vizsla’s initial year. Ra’gnar was tasked to support all of these efforts and his contributions were integral to Clan Vizsla acquiring approval from the Star Chamber, GM, and DC. This should not be undervalued in terms of projects as this was just the third approval for a new Clan in over 15 years. Within these projects were Ra’gnar’s supported Battle Team development, functions, and fleet support. Ra’gnar was a key contributor and editor on Vizsla’s governing documents found here: Vizsla Proposal. Within these documents Ra’gnar was particularly helpful on Vizsla’s first year pacing (detailed on timeline) and initial Clan events to include the proposed internal Clan competitions. Ra’gnar was also a key contributor to our proposal in the battle team fiction/ooc, BT member expectations, and member recognition sections. All told, this work, and these sections were instrumental in our Clanning.

Beyond Ra’gnar’s dedication and work in the creation of Clan Vizsla, he has also had a consistent and high level of activity since his previous promotion over four years ago. This activity includes participation in 286 (!) competitions, 18 gaming submissions, 6500 words of fiction, and four shadow academy courses. He has earned a Grand Cross, 2 Steel Crosses, 3 Anteian Crosses, 26 competition placement crescents, 18 Pendants of Blood, 790 various clusters, and 31 Vendetta Seals. 10 of these Seals coming from our most recent GJW and helping to secure Vizsla’s second place finish!

Ra’gnar is also a common feature in our Vizsla chat rooms and contributes to our unique culture. Within the Chats Ra’gnar is always ready to support on any project ranging from what events we run in our Great Hunts to the make up and composition of our Fleet.

Ra’gnar, you have been a great member and leader in the Clan. Thanks for all you have done!

Grand Master Declan Roark, 2020-08-04 20:27:10 UTC

Raider Aiden Dru is a phenomenon within Clan Vizsla. He is a straight shooter, interested in what he is interested in, and has an uncanny ability to vanish from detection mid-Google Hangout (Potentially under a table). His laid back style and interpersonal skills make him an ideal fit for Clan Vizsla and a member that I can rely on to be honest when things aren’t going well. Aiden brings an added depth to the Vizsla Cultural experience and it’s one that I am grateful for.

Beyond his affable character, Aiden is a beast of activity. In the four years since his last promotion he has knocked out 106 competitions, participated in over 300 unique gaming entries, taken a random SA course, and commented honestly on 14 news posts. He has also earned a Steel Cross, two Anteian Crosses, a Silver Nova, 19 various crescents, 9 Pendants of Blood, over 3400 Clusters, and 6 total vendetta seals.

Aiden, who is a DB leader, even when not positioned, also has six months of historical leadership as an Aedile prior to his time in Vizsla.

Aiden, I appreciate all you’ve done since joining Vizsla. You are a valued member of our team and I can’t wait to have a drink again.

Congrats on your promotion!

Grand Master Declan Roark, 2020-08-04 17:37:12 UTC

Sulith is a big furry name in Qel-Droma’s ranks. They have been constantly rising and growing with their peers, displaying an amazing sense of unity, brotherhood and friendship in the House and Clan.

Since their last recognition, Sulith has participated in 45 competitions, engaged in 3 PvP matches, completed 8 fiction activities and contributed with two Run On posts for the GJWXIV on Arcona’s behalf. With a whopping 11769 words of fiction, it is clear Sulith has a lot to tell. They have passed 2 Academy courses. For all their activity, Sulith has been awarded 17 Crescents (3 Diamonds, 1 Ruby, 4 Amethysts, 4 Sapphires, 4 Emeralds and 1 Topaz) and also received 1 Bronze Nova for placement in a GJWXIV competition. Sulith has also received 4 Clusters of Fire, 23 Clusters of Ice and 32 Clusters of Graphite for participation in competitions.

Sulith showed great commitment to the House and Clan by participating in 16 competitions during the GJWXIV. Sulith is also ever present in the chats, engaging in conversation with everyone and always willing to help those in need.

It is for the reasons mentioned above that I recommend Major Sulith to be elevated to the rank of Commander. You deserve it Sully!

Aru Law
Aedile, House Qel-Droma

Dr. Aru Law, 2020-08-04 17:32:27 UTC

What would the Voidbreaker be without our lovable socially awkward Bothan/Togorian duo? Well, a fair bit less furred up in the air recyclers, for one thing, but also missing such a big piece of our hearts!

Sulith has been, and continues to be, one of our most active members and their presence is proudly felt in both Clan and House. When they are not jockeying for arts placements with Alaisy, they’re busy creating heart-warmingly adorable scenes for us to enjoy, or partaking in the banter that is the meat and space-potatoes of our community. Few are the times, if any, where the injection of an awkward Eilen slinking in the background or an overly-enthusiastic Sulith embracing everyone within his arm’s reach—which is considerable—for a group hug isn’t going to elevate the mood!

Such reliable and positive members, building their stories with us and helping us grow ours in turn, are the bedrock and lifeblood of our little club. It is thus with deepest pride that I second this well-earned promotion to our industrious, friendly, and adorkable ferret fren!

Tali Sroka
Quaestor, House Qel-Droma

Aedile Tali Sroka, 2020-08-04 17:31:11 UTC

Arcona would most certainly be different without Sulith around to warm our hearts, and fill our chats with his amazing work. A fast friend, an amazing writer, and an ever-present helper in all of our endeavors, Sully is a boon not just to his house and team, but is a credit to his Clan as a whole.

Constantly active within the clan’s chats, and a regular presence in our role-playing and competitive sphere, Sulith is always bringing a lot to the table. Beyond this, Sully is constantly encouraging our newer members, helping to guide them along to greater heights in the club. By offering pointers on writing and worldbuilding, or showing us exactly how he makes his jaw-dropping art and helping us along with our own, he’s actively fostered new activity, interest, and pure, simple fun within our club.

We could all use a few more people like Sulith in our lives, and in the DJB as a whole, bringing light to everything around them. Thusly, it is my pleasure to support this promotion. Laud and honor to you, Sully!

Sera Kaern BTL, Spectre Cell, House Galeres

Sera Kaern, 2020-08-04 17:32:12 UTC

Major Hector Ricmore is a highly enthusiastic and dedicated member of Clan Vizsla and the Dark Brotherhood. Hector is extremely active in Clan Vizsla’s chat channels and has been a large part of establishing our culture of activity and participation. Hector’s personal interest in Character Sheet systems and Clan/individual possessions has provided many of our members with new insight on how to craft our fictional universe in the future.

Beyond Hector’s intangibles, there are his very impressive objective stats. In the 11 months since his promotion to Major, Hector has been a non-stop force of activity. He has participated in 67 competitions, played 6 pvp and 30 PVE gaming events, written one ACC battle, written over 11,000 words of fiction, taken 52 SA courses, and earned 14 degrees. Hector has also amassed a Dark Cross, 16 various competition crescents, 49 CFs, 35 CIs, 22 CEs, 33 CGs, and a Seal of Loyalty.

Most recently, Hector was instrumental in Clan Vizsla’s second place finish in the Great Jedi War by earning 30 Seals in an outstanding level of dedication by participating in every event! Hector’s efforts were amazing and a great example of how a single member can help win a war.

Hector, thanks for all you’ve done. I look forward to promoting you about 4 more times while you are in Vizsla!

Grand Master Declan Roark, 2020-08-04 17:15:21 UTC

Knight Trenkyp Zkig was Clan Vizsla’s second night and our longest and most active serving new join since the creation of our Clan. Trenkyp has been a consistent and persistent presence in Clan Vizsla since his last promotion roughly six months ago. Since then he has participated in 23 total competitions, ran two competitions, completed 3 ACC matches, written 2500 words of fiction, taken six SA courses, and earned one degree. Additionally, Trenkyp has won or placed in several competitions picking up 4 various crescents and 8 Seals.

Trenkyp also served as Saxon BTL leading up to the war and did an outstanding job organizing his team and preparing them for the war. His two months of service were outstanding and his participation in Clan Summit level discussions helped craft the way for the Clan moving forward.

Trenkyp, congrats on your well earned promotion. We look forward to seeing what you can do next.

Grand Master Declan Roark, 2020-08-04 16:22:05 UTC

You're already beginning to make a name for yourself, Via-Torr Duskk. I have heard reports from Clan Odan-Urr that you have managed to:

• Have an approved character sheet on record

I have recommended you for immediate promotion.

Congratulations, and may the Force guide you, Novice,

Warlord Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae
Headmaster

Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae, 2020-08-04 15:14:29 UTC

Archian has been and continues to be a most studious apprentice. Since his last promotion, he’s participated in 19 competitions, as well as continued to accrue a further 10 SA courses, bringing his total to a hefty 34, and adding another degree to his total of 3. During the Great Jedi War XIV, he gave a very strong showing for himself as but a Journeyman, earning 15 Seals of Visions, along with a Bronze and Gold Nova. Earning a Nova in a GJW is no small accomplishment, and as a fresh-faced Journeyman that is quite the feat! In further recognition, he has been awarded a duly-earned Anteian Cross to add to his impressive resumé!

Our furry medic has begun to find his own within Arcona, and I thoroughly enjoyed writing and fighting alongside him during the War. He was a truly upbeat person to work with and keeping even veteran participants on their toes with his enthusiasm. That is precisely the sort of spirit I like to see in up-and-coming Arconans, and I could not be more proud of my apprentice to show this level of commitment!

Reaching the level of Knight, or in this case Professional, is always a major step in any enterprising Journeyman’s career. It is a mark of dedication and recognition of learning, and understanding, the way the Brotherhood operates. What it is not, however, is a statement of being finished, but a welcoming among full-fledged members and to truly spread your own wings and find your place within our society.

Having seen what Archian is capable of, and the way he keeps on chipping away whenever he has time to spare at various activities, leaves me with no doubts that he is ready and deserving of this promotion! I look forward to seeing what great adventures this Shistavanen will have, and wish to be the first to congratulate him on this significant milestone!

Congratulektions, Archian!

Drinks are on you tonight!

Tali Sroka
Quaestor, House Qel-Droma

Aedile Tali Sroka, 2020-08-04 14:35:18 UTC

Archian's dedication to this community is truly remarkable. I remember having him asking me when was the next set of competitions coming out right after the war was over, which shows his enthusiasm.

Seeing how much he learned during the GJWXIV and how fast he picked up new things and adapted himself had left me with no doubts that he is ready to advance and continue his path within the Brotherhood.

I'm proud of what you achieved Archian and am eager to see how far you'll get with time. You are more than deserving of the rank of Professional. Congratulations mate!

Aru Law
Aedile, House Qel-Droma

Dr. Aru Law, 2020-08-04 14:29:55 UTC

Archian has been a fantastic member, sociable, active, friendly, and War ready! For a guy recruited not long before the War he threw in fully, knocking out multiple bins and supporting his new Arconan friends. He’s proved himself to be a pretty great guy and is more than ready to enter the Shadesworn as a Professional!

Congrats, Archian, and welcome to the big leagues!

Stres’tron’garmis
Rollmaster, Arcona

General Stres'tron'garmis, 2020-08-04 14:31:16 UTC

Zhunix, you continue to impress. You're growing more competent each day and you will surely rival the Dark Council when the time is right. You have met the requirements for promotion, and a recommendation has been filed. Your accomplishments include:

• Have been awarded 20 Clusters of Earth (A Cluster of Fire counts as two Clusters of Earth)
• Join Telegram or IRC, and visit Clan Channel
• Logon to the DJB Discord Server
• Participate in 5 competitions

I will continue to watch your progress, Zhunix, but my direct intervention in your promotions must come to an end.

You will go far within this Brotherhood.

May the Force guide you, Journeyman,

Warlord Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae
Headmaster

Ciara Tearnan Rothwell Tarentae, 2020-08-03 12:18:09 UTC