Justinios Drake is one of the finest Taldryan has brought up in some time. He is a stellar asset to the Clan, emphazising what it means to be a true Tally. Not afraid, he stands his ground in front of any other member even those higher up the chain of command to point out at things that doesn't work as they should while at the same time being the hell of an active member who is not only successfully running a House within Taldryan where his monthly Research Projects draw a good amount of interest from members from all around the Clan but keeps to amaze me by the sheer and constant amount of personal activity he constributes to the Brotherhood.

With his activity, quantity meets quality. Out of ninety competitions, Justinios placed in nearly every third of them, collecting a total of twenty-six Crescents of varying Levels. While Justinios shines in all different sorts of Competitions no matter if Graphics or Fiction, it is Gaming where Justinios really excels. Gamingwise, Justinios collected well over one thousand Clusters of Earth (1732 Clusters of Earth) as well as 138 Clusters of Fire and 6 Pendants of Blood.

But Justinios activity doesn't stop at gaming or participating in competitions. The Shadow Academy too, isn't something unknown to him. Since his last elevation in rank, Justinios passed almost twenty different Exams, gained 2 Dark Maven Degrees (Historical Legends and Leadership) as well as one Dark Savant Degree (History and Lore).

And yet there is more Justinios shines. Serving as the Quaestor of the only House of Taldryan, he made it his personal goal to bring Ektrosis back to its former glory by utilizing a unique way to incorporate the moral decisions made by the members of Ektrosis in competitions revolving around his Research Projects into the fictional development of the House.

On top of that Justinios has recently assisted the Grandmaster in cataloged more than two hundred events and releases related to the Brotherhood or Star Wars in general while most recently having joined the Fist staff as Magistrate where he has already run several Gaming competitions.

All this has happened since his last promotion seven month ago and proves the awesomeness that defines Justinios Drake. For this it is my greatest honor to submit this recommendation for you to be promoted to the second rank of Equites: Savant. Congratulations Justinios.

Rian Taldrya Consul of Clan Taldryan

Rian Taldrya, 2018-07-24 17:59:18 UTC

Rian's excellent recommendation says a lot, but I'd like to add my piece.

As soon as Justinios joined Taldryan, I knew we had a special one. He took part in every single type of activity, but, more importantly, he also joined in with discussions across the DB's many communications channels. In doing this, he has helped bring Taldryan back into the forefront of the DB's culture. Once again, the clan is racking up clusters and winning competitions, and this is thanks in no small part to Justinios.

Since he's stepped up as Quaestor, he's only improved further. Under his leadership, House Ektrosis has been completely revitalised, and, even though I've been in the club for many, many years, I am still learning from him every day as his Aedile. Every single member of Ektrosis, from the grizzly old veterans, to the newest members, know exactly who Justinios is and what he does. To me, that typifies exactly what a Quaestor should be.

Enjoy the custom lightsaber, weird blue science guy.

, 2018-07-06 20:57:40 UTC

As already noted, Justinios' activity has been well beyond the norm. However, one of the reasons he truly deserves this promotion is for his continued dedication to the Clan and the club as a whole. Until I re-joined Taldryan, I was not overtly familiar with Justinios. However, I quickly came to see the drive that he had for this club. I joined Ektrosis specifically because of the work he was doing on the fictional front, with the creation of the SRI and the series of competitions around it. The competitions were fun and original, and we were creating something unique for the Clan.

Jumping into Proconsul allowed me to work closer with him, and my appreciation only grew. He wanted the Clan to succeed. He is a consummate leader and professional, in constant communication with both those under him as well as with the rest of the Summit. He is also looking for new and better ways to help the Clan grow and prosper. On top of that he has jumped into the wider world of the DB, specifically in gaming, wanting to help grow SW games once more. It's a daunting task, but his willingness to do the necessary work should be commended.

Congratulations on moving up the next rung, and I am hoping to see much much more from you!

Lord Halcyon, 2018-07-09 13:13:35 UTC

Justinios Drake, what can I say about our tiny Aleena. He is one of Taldryan’s finest members and is overall an amazing person both in and out of character. While others have listed his specific activity, allow me to speak of the person. When I rejoined the DB, Justinios was a stranger to me, but the more we spoke, the more I realized just how good he is at what he does. He has vital real life experience that carries over very well to the Brotherhood and when I served as his Aedile for a brief period we were able to discuss and work with each other right off the bat. He is easy to work with and willing to stand up for what he believes in, passionate to the core. Since he walked into the DB he has been able to improve and inspire everyone around him, including myself. That is a special trait that not everyone has. He brings to the table a unique style that we could not do without and has been diligent in making Ektrosis and Taldryan a better place for new members and veterans alike. He has brought us the SRI (Sphere of Reasearch and Intelligence) and has been pivotal in creating countless competitions to correspond with the branch. Of course that is just the tip of the Iceberg of his accomplishments. He creates and promotes activity whenever and wherever he can and is always ready to aid his House and Clan with an unrelenting loyalty and dedication. He is extremely active in all walks of the DB, even stepping up in the gaming community as a Magistrate and working in the Shadow Academy as a Docent. He has earned a slew of awards, created and participated in countless competitions and is always there on Telegram, even if you just need someone to talk to. While most would look at this recommendation as fluffery, I assure you everything I said is true and from the heart. He’s become, not just a member of our Clan, but a friend. There is no one more deserving of this elevation. Congrats, brother. I look forward to working with you for a long long time.

, 2018-07-10 21:14:39 UTC

BigWhaleCale, 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
• Participate in 3 competitions
• Pass the Dark Brotherhood Basics Shadow Academy Course

I will continue to watch your progress, BigWhaleCale, 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,

Augur Daniel "Seraphol" Stephens
Headmaster

General Daniel Stephens, 2018-07-20 01:11:48 UTC

It seems that not a day goes past where I do not hear about you, BigWhaleCale. Your superiors have sent glowing records regarding your accomplishments, which include:

• Join Telegram or IRC, and visit Clan Channel
• Participate in 2 competitions

An expedited recommendation for your promotion has been transmitted to the Master-at-Arms.

May the Force guide you, Proselyte,

Augur Daniel "Seraphol" Stephens
Headmaster

General Daniel Stephens, 2018-07-15 03:19:17 UTC

You're already beginning to make a name for yourself, BigWhaleCale. I have heard reports from House Ektrosis that you have managed to:

• Join Telegram or IRC, and visit Clan Channel

I have recommended you for immediate promotion.

Congratulations, and may the Force guide you, Novice,

Augur Daniel "Seraphol" Stephens
Headmaster

General Daniel Stephens, 2018-07-14 17:32:04 UTC

BigWhaleCale, you have successfully completed the Trial of Identity and confirmed your e-mail address, for which you have earned the rank of Apprentice. While you may currently be on a shuttle to House Ektrosis, I will continue to follow your progress with great interest.

May the Force guide you, Apprentice,

Augur Daniel "Seraphol" Stephens
Headmaster

General Daniel Stephens, 2018-07-14 17:00:23 UTC

Tba'Ris, you have successfully completed the Trial of Identity and confirmed your e-mail address, for which you have earned the rank of Apprentice. While you may currently be on a shuttle to Battle Team Spectre Cell, I will continue to follow your progress with great interest.

May the Force guide you, Apprentice,

Augur Daniel "Seraphol" Stephens
Headmaster

General Daniel Stephens, 2018-07-12 12:42:20 UTC

Junius Griffin merits a promotion after completing all the requirements including:

21 or more days in rank Have been awarded 5 Clusters of Ice Join Telegram or IRC, and visit Clan Channel Participate in 5 competitions Pass the Leadership Competitions Shadow Academy Course Pass the Leadership Management Shadow Academy Course Pass the Leadership Rewards Shadow Academy Course Place in 2 competitions Reach INQ Society Rank 3 Reach SA Society Rank 3 Write 2000 words of character fiction as reviewed and approved by your unit leadership or master.

Congratulations!

I am psyched to see your continued development in the Brotherhood.

Warlord Etah Obsidyn, 2018-07-09 16:02:46 UTC

Zeke Avignone, you have successfully completed the Trial of Identity and confirmed your e-mail address, for which you have earned the rank of Apprentice. While you may currently be on a shuttle to Battle Team Krennic, I will continue to follow your progress with great interest.

May the Force guide you, Apprentice,

Augur Daniel "Seraphol" Stephens
Headmaster

General Daniel Stephens, 2018-07-08 22:32:53 UTC

Starm, you have successfully completed the Trial of Identity and confirmed your e-mail address, for which you have earned the rank of Apprentice. While you may currently be on a shuttle to House Ektrosis, I will continue to follow your progress with great interest.

May the Force guide you, Apprentice,

Augur Daniel "Seraphol" Stephens
Headmaster

General Daniel Stephens, 2018-06-28 04:32:54 UTC

Orezsce, 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:

• Pass 6 Shadow Academy courses, excluding Advancement Survey, Comms 101: Discourse Forum, Comms 102: Telegram, Comms 103: DJBWiki (An Introduction), Dark Brotherhood Basics, Essentials 101: History, Essentials 102: Departments, Essentials 103: Paths & Orders, Essentials 104: Ranks, Essentials 105: Organization, Essentials 106: Medals, Gaming 101: Setting up & Finding Matches, Gaming 102: Fist-o-matic, Gaming 103: Submitting Gaming Activity, Gaming 104: Pazaak, Graphics in the Brotherhood, Trial of Acquisition, Trial of Identity, Vendetta 101: Foundation, Vendetta 102: Submission, and Vendetta 103: Fiction and Graphics Tips
• Pass the Comms 101: Discourse Forum Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Comms 102: Telegram Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Comms 103: DJBWiki (An Introduction) Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Dark Brotherhood Basics Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Essentials 101: History Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Essentials 102: Departments Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Essentials 103: Paths & Orders Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Essentials 104: Ranks Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Essentials 105: Organization Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Essentials 106: Medals Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Gaming 101: Setting up & Finding Matches Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Gaming 102: Fist-o-matic Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Gaming 103: Submitting Gaming Activity Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Graphics in the Brotherhood Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Vendetta 101: Foundation Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Vendetta 102: Submission Shadow Academy Course
• Pass the Vendetta 103: Fiction and Graphics Tips Shadow Academy Course

I will continue to watch your progress, Orezsce, 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,

Augur Daniel "Seraphol" Stephens
Headmaster

General Daniel Stephens, 2018-06-27 11:26:37 UTC