Dek Rott returned to CSP back in July and since then he has knocked out a ton of activity. On top of a long history of activity before going rogue, it is now time to reward his long history of activity as a knight and to see him rise into his much earned Equite rank.

Dek has a long history in CSP going back years to where he served a BTL, AED, and eventually QUA in Caliburnus. During this time he also spent time on the Wiki staff, a skill that has come into play massively more recently. And since his return, he has also spent time on the Appeals Panel.

His wiki skills have been of massive use to the clan in recent months. Following his return from rogues he approached me about the current state of the CSP category articles. he had realized the poor state of organization and clarity of the articles themselves. This has led to him helping with the huge task of rewriting articles, formating them, and making sure they all make sense in the clans larger and stronger Imperial Focus then had been present when the articles were first written. This has led to a lot of discussion of layout, and rewriting of entire articles, and the end product is something I know will be clear and useable for years to come.

His activity is more than just wiki work. since the day he returned, Dek has made sure to participate as much as possible. He has participated in some 27 competitions since his return from rogues, marking a total of 60 since his promotion to Knight.

This has led to him earning 2 Steel Crosses, 1 Anteian Cross, 2 Dark Crosses, 2 Bronze Nova, 3 Ruby Stars, 4 Amethyst Stars, 8 Sapphire Stars, 8 Emerald Stars, 5 Topaz Stars, 2 Quartz Stars, 1 Pendant of Blood, 31 Clusters of Fire, 76 Clusters of Earth, 21 Clusters of Ice, 3 Dark Side Scrolls, 1 Scroll of Indoctrination, and 5 Legions of the Scholar. This also comes with 15 competitions organized and 34 SA Courses passed.

To put it simply This is a promotion that has been a very long time coming. Dek is absolutely the kind of active and involved member we always hope to see, and it is now time to see him take his rightful place as an Equite member. Congratulations Dek, Drinks are on you!

Consul of Scholae Palatinae

Lord Idris Adenn, 2015-12-23 21:05:18 UTC

Dek is a very impressive member and has shown his loyalty to the Clan. Within his first couple of months here he was selected to assist Jac in the CoJ as a personal advisor. This is no feat to be taken likely as we all know the expectations he holds. I have been impressed with his activity and consistent drive to be active. Usually I give the raw numbers breakdown, but Xen has more than met that. When looking for a future Equite, Dek is the person who maintains all the qualities that we want to further promote in the Club. Dek keep doing great things and welcome to the Equites!

Rollmaster of Scholae Palatinae

Maximus Alvinius, 2015-12-20 19:59:25 UTC

Dek has an incredibly long list of leadership positions, competitions, crescents and awards under his belt. He is an incredibly strong member within our Clan that is recognized on a daily basis within most forms of communication. He has his fingers in many pies, but it is always worth it with Dek with what he on a return value, while also always willing to help other members any chance he gets

Since his return a few months ago, Dek hit the ground at such a speed that it would make me dizzy without the easy access of information. Between PvP/PvE activities, crescents and competitions earned, participation in the Shadow Academy, on top of leadership positions, Dek more than earned this position into Equitehood. I humbly put him forth, and I am happy to see you back at full force, congratulations Dek; drinks are on you!

Proconsul of Scholae Palatinae

Issamuel Kin'Droth, 2015-12-20 19:59:52 UTC

Dek is a member from a distant past who keeps appearing, doing his bit and strengthening the community we have built here in Scholae Palatinae. You know msot people enjoy his company because when this guy participates, he puts in 100%. Dek has participated in over sixty competitions, he has organised fifteen of his own for the Clan and wrote over 6373 words of fiction. Most of these were recently placed into the thirteen submissions he entered for the Monstrosities vendetta, considering the entire event was 19 competitions this is a strong feat. Dek also strove to motivate and inspire his clan mates by posting over 7429 words of fiction into the Runon Temple of the Forgotten. I can promise you that he certainly motivated me to do more.

On top of this, Dek has took a dabble at the Shadow Academy by passing thirty-four course and gaining four degrees. But most importantly, Dek received a Steel Cross for his high activity and his contribution to the canonising of the Clan Title into the Legacy of Palpatine along with the help and enthusiasm from the Palpatine members.

Most recently I was approached by Dek because he was disappointed about the lack of interest in House Imperium’s military organisation. He wanted to take further action from his own submission and began a skeleton structure for the Imperium wiki. After several hard weeks of writing, and 2731 words later, the House Imperium was complete and brilliantly finished, solely by his hand.

I firmly believe Dek is a self-reliant member of this Clan and a future leader for our unit, I sincerely wish for the opportunity to work with him in this field. But until then, I’ll settle for promoting him to the Equite bracket.

Congratulations Dek! Drinks are on you!

Aedile of House Imperium, Clan Scholae Palatinae

Qor Kith, 2015-12-21 23:35:14 UTC

As of late, the vacant position of Rollmaster proved troublesome for Clan Odan-Urr. On discussing the applicants to fill the void former Rollmaster Daniel Stephens left behind after his own success, we were left with two options: choose a new Rollmaster or close the position in the interim. Were we to choose the latter, it would have been a grave error.

In the minutes of his assignment to the now-filled role, Xantros drafted the best greeting method I have ever seen in the Brotherhood. Rather than the usual monster-length greeting email with a sensory overload of information and links, Xantros decided to extend the information into four different emails, as to not scare newcomers at the gates. Initial thoughts from most of our summit were skeptical—how can someone maintain this method of greeting new members, all the while tracking their progress for recommendations?

We were all mistaken. Not once has Xantros failed to deliver on his seemingly unrealistic clockwork schedule for the four greeting emails. Moreover, he has gone above all of this in his meticulous planning of how we handle masters and students. He’s presented this in a clean website that gives all of the relevant information we need, soon to be included on the wiki. It gives the most basic background on the outlined program that we need, along with thirteen clear-cut rules. Moreover, he also keeps track of available masters, filling the last page of this utilitarian website with names and a small writeup of all the available masters that give information relevant to a potential student. Understandably, I was skeptical of having a separate website, but Xantros again proved me wrong in this regard.

He’s sent regular check-ins with members from the get-go. He’s forwarded us all of his communications with our Journeymen and Novitates. He’s also given some of the clearest answers I have ever seen to curious members taking their first steps in the Brotherhood. Were someone to ask me what the ideal Rollmaster looks like, and the reason this position is so important, I would direct them to Xantros.

Going into the role, Xantros knew just what new members would look for—the clearest, most streamlined introduction to the Brotherhood. No matter the Clan, none have simplified the new member experience to the scale that Xantros created. Without doubt, the scope of his adjustments in such a short timeframe is comparable to months’ worth of labour in streamlining the new member experience. Moreover, this streamlining is something that the Shadow Academy has sought to accomplish since rumor of the Grind Path started.

This is a man who has received two Grand Crosses and an Anetian Cross for service alone in Clan Scholae Palatinae as an Aedile. Alone, these are accurate indicators of his dedication to doing the impossible, managing tasks that would burn out a lesser leader. His unsolicited help in the Shadow Academy has also lent to the awarding of a Dark Cross and his streamlining of the new member experience—something that I feel he holds as one of the Brotherhood’s leading foundations.

Building on that mention of the Shadow Academy, his work earned him 17 Scrolls of Foundation. As a master of lore, he’s also won 4 Legions of the Scholar for winning trivia events hosted over IRC. His dedication to whatever role he finds himself in and his Clan was recognized in the two Seals of Loyalty he received since his last promotion, for a total of four.

With his leadership being detailed in this recommendation, I will stress that the best leaders are better members. To attest to this, Xantros has participated in 153 total competitions, earning 65 crescents for placements. There’s a reason for his twelfth-level ranking in the Inquisitorus, and that is the 100 Clusters of Ice he has amassed. In the Crusades, he rushed into battle to bring in 25 Seals of the Crusader, with an additional 4 Seals of Revelation from the Eleventh Great Jedi War.

Does this behemoth ever stop? It doesn’t seem like it. Xantros has earned this promotion, along with the respect of his summit whom he has proven wrong time and again in less than a month. We applaud his efforts, and hope to see more surprises from him in the future.

Seer A'lora Kituri, 2015-12-24 00:11:32 UTC

Xantros is a model professor. As Professor of the Department Leadership Studies for the past two years, he has successfully overseen the replacement of every single course in his Department. He continues to work successfully not only with other members of my staff, but also with grumpy pandas and a rotating cast of MAA magistrates who share responsibility for some of his courses. He even takes the initiative to look for errors in courses beyond his Department so that the whole Shadow Academy can be improved.

On top of all that, his regular course-grading workload is among the highest in the Academy. He has graded 324 exams with an average grading time of only 11 hours -- an impressive feat, especially when considering that his courses include some of the Academy's most intensive exam questions and that he strives to give helpful feedback. I believe that Xantros is driven by a desire to make the Shadow Academy, and the Brotherhood as a whole, a better place, and I think he has and continues to succeed in that effort. Thank you for your hard work, Xantros, and congratulations!

Lord Dacien Victae, 2015-12-23 07:17:55 UTC

When I think of an upper equite, I think of someone who has transitioned from a focus on individual achievement to the betterment of their unit and the Brotherhood. In other words, a leader. From the moment I returned to Odan-Urr Xantros caught my eye and never ceased to impress. He supported every fiction activity put forward by our members, he made himself available to mentor members on the subjects of writing and leader and he constantly asked the summit what he could do to help. He submitted ideas to the summit on how we could improve our processes. He was, without a doubt, a leader within the ranks.

When it came time to hire a Rollmaster, Xantros made the decision easy for us. As A’lora has detailed he has made an impressive amount of changes in a very short time and that is only the beginning. Xantros is a model member, leader and contributor to the Brotherhood as a whole. His elevation to the upper equite ranks is a foregone conclusion in my book.

Congratulations Xantros, you’ve more than earned this,

• Proconsul, Clan Odan-Urr

Champion Rajhin Cindertail, 2015-12-23 18:53:55 UTC

The news of this was one of great joy. Xantros has been a killer member, leader, and friend for many years now. Even though he does a lot less evil grinning these days, if there is one thing Xantros has proven, is his relentless pursuit of excellence. Not just of his self, but for the club.

Xantros has never stopped his own development. His drive with high participation, awareness and presence all point to his desire to make himself the best he can be. Lucky for him, he is already so amazing. When he had returned to HSP from the rogues several years ago, it was to much excitement, especially from myself. His time as my AED was marked with a high level of activity, and brilliant ideas to better the entire house. He was a lifeline during some of the most difficult days we faced as a house, and without him, I certainly know I would have ended up folding my hand. It was nearly every single time we talked, that he would present a new idea or concept to pursue. Rather than just bring them up and leave them, he would then turn around and write up a concept or proposal for us to try out. Somethings things stuck, but those that didn't never slowed Xantros down in his push forward.

Xantros is someone I always look forward to talking with and interacting with, even with his move to COU. They have picked up one hell of a member. Congratulations Xantros, and yes Drinks are on you!

Lord Idris Adenn, 2015-12-23 22:35:02 UTC

It is my honor to raise Riverche from the rank of Mystic to Savant today. Her work ethic, communication, and attitude are second to none in House Galeres. Whether it is a well thought out response or a quick joke, she never misses her mark; bringing life into our House and Clan through her presence and participation.

Since her last elevation two years ago, she has participated in 64 competitions, submitted 4 PvP Matches, completed 2 ACC Battles, and entered 5 Fiction Activities (6488 words!). She completed an additional twelve Shadow Academy courses and earned 6 Dark Side Degrees. She also collected 2 Anteian Crosses, 1 Dark Cross, 9 Crescents (1 Cr-A, 4 Cr-S, 2 Cr-E, 1 Cr-T, 1 Cr-Q), 110 Clusters of Fire, 20 Clusters of Ice, and 5 Clusters of Earth. In addition, she served as the Forum Tribune for nine months before the position was consolidated in a restructure of the Brotherhood hierarchy.

For service to the Brotherhood and personal activity, I am honored to elevate Riverche to the vaunted rank of Savant. Congratulations, River. You earned this!

Braecen Kaeth
Quaestor of Galeres

Braecen Kaeth, 2015-12-24 01:29:12 UTC

When speaking of constants within Soulfire and Galeres, Riverche has been a constant for the last several years since her return. Readily available by Telegram, and previously IRC, and Email she is always willing to step in as necessary and contribute to the best of her ability. This has included numerous times being available to her Battle Team Leaders, earning a Dark Cross for her work in personally crafting a Shadow Academy Course (Discourse), and continues to impress with her work in the Fall Of Scepter competition.

I look forward to continuing to see your contributions in the future Riverche! And congratulations on your promotion!

Uji Tameike
Aedile of Galeres

Eminent Ikarri Itinen, 2015-12-24 01:02:24 UTC

River, or Riverche, is one of the stone pillars of this clan, a constant and steady support. Her positive attitude, wit, and tireless activity have been hallmarks of her presence in each of her days as a member not only of Arcona, but also of the Brotherhood. While not flashy, River is always eager to help, having volunteered for projects in various facets of the club, both in Discourse and Forum work and with the Shadow Academy, and has never shied from applying to positions like Rollmaster that might aid her Clan as well. On top of her service, though, River is also an active competitor and sister-in-arms, as her House leaders will further detail for you.

For not only her consistent hard work, but her bright attitude and willingness to give back to this club, I’m delighted to say congratulations, River. Welcome to Equite II, and well done.

Atyiru Caesura Entar
Consul of Clan Arcona

Master Ruka Tenbriss Ya-ir, 2015-12-24 01:03:02 UTC

It has been almost 4 years since Krandon’s last promotion (1424 days from when i’m writing this, to be precise), during which his performance has been more than enough to warrant his elevation to Jedi Ranger. He has participated in 66 competitions and his efforts have earned him 1 Crescent with an Amethyst Star, 2 Crescents with a Sapphire Star, 1 Crescent with an Emerald Star, 3 Crescents with a Topaz Star, 2 Crescents with a Quartz Star, 1 Legion of the Scholar and a Silver Nova - with his fiction entries netting him 4 Clusters of Ice. When it comes to gaming Krandon highly prefers PVE activities netting him 201 Clusters of Earth and 5 Pendants of Blood, a light dabbling in PVP has also seen him earn 2 Clusters of Fire. Furthermore Krandon has displayed an interest in Shadow Academy courses, passing 27 courses and earning 6 degrees (Dark Pundit - Essentials, Dark Maven - Combat, Dark Pundit - Vendetta, Dark Maven - Programming, Dark Maven - Lore and Dark Savant - History and Lore).

Krandon has also seen to organising 3 competitions and co-organising 1 competitions for other members to participate in. Finally, during his time as an Equite 1 Krandon’s activities have seen him awarded with 4 Merit Medals, 2 Anteian Crosses and 2 Dark Crosses.

After spending such a long time at his rank, it is my privilege to recommend Krandon be promoted to Jedi Ranger. Well done, my sincerest congratulations and Keep on Keepin’ on dude!

Mar Sûl, 2015-12-24 05:11:19 UTC

You're already beginning to make a name for yourself, Nyx Erinyes. I have heard reports from House Satele Shan that you have managed to:

• Perform a basic activity, such as contacting the house/clan summit

I have recommended you for immediate promotion.

Congratulations, and may the Force guide you, Novice,

Adept Dacien Victae di Plagia
Headmaster

Lord Dacien Victae, 2015-12-23 23:52:10 UTC

Nyx Erinyes, 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 Satele Shan, I will continue to follow your progress with great interest.

May the Force guide you, Apprentice,

Adept Dacien Victae di Plagia
Headmaster

Lord Dacien Victae, 2015-12-23 23:46:46 UTC

Royrafa Trytow, 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 Qel-Droma, I will continue to follow your progress with great interest.

May the Force guide you, Apprentice,

Adept Dacien Victae di Plagia
Headmaster

Lord Dacien Victae, 2015-12-23 17:40:21 UTC

Vasil Zimdros, 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 Dinaari, I will continue to follow your progress with great interest.

May the Force guide you, Apprentice,

Adept Dacien Victae di Plagia
Headmaster

Lord Dacien Victae, 2015-12-23 05:51:08 UTC

Hunter Zill, your time in rank (4000 days) must be an absolute record. You should have been promoted a long time ago in the field of battle. I'd like to apologize on behalf of Tarentum and it's former leaders before I go on.

Your past and recent activity is stunning. You have have participated in seven events during the Fifth Great Jedi War and two events in 2005 Independence Games, for which you have won two Gold Novas. You also recently participated in sixteen competitions for which you have won eleven Crescents of various types.

You have led the Blades of Malice Brigade and the Wings Of Darkness Squadron during which you have earned five Dark Crosses and one Steel Cross. For your recent efforts you have also earned an Anteian Cross.

You have also recently earned two Dark Pundits in the Shadow Academy, one in Essentials and one in Vendetta. Your help for Tarentum's Social Media has been of great value with various posts on Facebook and Twitter for the last four months.

It is my pleasure to recommend this promotion for a valuable, longs standing, member of Tarentum. Well done, Knight Zill! Congratulations!

Signed,

Battlelord Frosty Romanae Tarentae

Rollmaster of Tarentum

Frosty Romanae Tarentae, 2015-12-23 02:13:57 UTC

As one of the past leaders of Tarentum, I can say, I take a lot of the blame for not having you knighted. We fix that today.

Zill, you always have been, and ever will be, a true guardian of Tarentum. You stand among us as one of our greatest, exhibited in Frosty's words with competing in a number of events, and scoring novae for your efforts. Additionally, you have taken the efforts to keep our Clan in the modern era with social media, and you have been dedicated in your work therein. When you came back from your hiatus, you began working with Archean on playing TOR, and also building character fiction related to the adventures you two shared there.

You have been at the rank of Hunter for so long, you have seen others rise to their knighthood, and have spoken their praise, without a word of complaint, and therein lies perhaps your greatest attribute -- you care more about your Clanmates than yourself, and you exemplify all that we ought to aspire to. This Club -- this Clan especially -- is about family, and you are, without a doubt, one of Tarentum's greatest sons. You are busy in the world of business, but never fail to offer congratulations to all in Tarentum with every reward. You respond to all emails easily within hours of receiving them, and offer a model of what all leaders ought to maintain.

Zill, I have personally been blessed and edified by your friendship and example, and I know you will sail through all the future ranks, and rise easily to mastery. You maintain a standard of activity and relations that have made me better than I otherwise might have been. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do.

Rise, Knight, and receive my thanks and praise. Your name is forever stamped in our hall of immortals.

Congratulations, Zill!

-Sith Bloodfyre-Tarentae, Proconsul Master of the Sith Order The Ghost Dragon

Master Zsarion Bloodfyre, 2015-12-22 22:59:46 UTC

You're already beginning to make a name for yourself, Aesher. I have heard reports from Battle Team Apostles of Syn that you have managed to:

• Pass Any Shadow Academy course except (Test Of Lore,Trial Of Identity,Advancement Survey)

I have recommended you for immediate promotion.

Congratulations, and may the Force guide you, Novice,

Adept Dacien Victae di Plagia
Headmaster

Lord Dacien Victae, 2015-12-22 19:15:53 UTC