Occasionally as a leader, I come across a member that defies explanation. Though holding no official position of leadership, this member continues to defy expectation, seeks to aide his leaders from behind the scenes, and asks for nothing in return. Xander is an incredible asset to my Clan and to me personally. His incredible work ethic has aided me in various projects I’ve tasked him with. Though holding no position of leadership, he has held and continues to hold various other roles throughout the Brotherhood. Last year, he was the Justicar’s Left Hand for a period of seven months. He then was appointed as the Grand Master’s very own Praetor, a job he continues to enjoy and has for seven months as well. For a period of 4 months, he was a Docent of the Shadow Academy, assisting in grading various courses. While aiding the DB from behind the scenes, he still finds the time to exercise his own personal activity. Since his last promotion, Xander has earned himself an incredible 13 crescents, two of which were inlaid with Sapphire. In the Great Jedi War, he participated in sixteen events, earning a many Seals of Unity, a Gold Nova and a Silver Nova. In this past Rite of Supremacy we expect him to receive at least six Seals of Bone, contributing heavily to our effort in the vendetta. For his high levels of personal activity and work on various projects, he’s earned himself two Grand Crosses of the Dark Side and one Anteian Cross. For his incredible personal activity, his irreplaceable worth as a member of the Brotherhood as a whole, and his work on Clan and DB Projects, I request that he be rightfully elevated to the rank of Krath Arch Priest. Great work Alexander!

~CON Vodo Biask Taldrya

Though Xander was only with us a few months, his influence in the writing aspects of the Shadow Academy, more specifically the Poetry exam has been extremely helpful. Juggling both law school and Praetor-ship to the Grandmaster, we were very fortunate that Alexander Anderson devoted as much time as he did to his exam. For that, we are thankful for his services and hope he one day takes up another Shadow Academy position in the future. ~Aabsdu di Plagia Dupar HM; ~Taigikori Aybara Dupar P:HM

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Since he joined the Clan last year, Xander has continually proven himself to be one of Dinaari's most regularly active members, outstripping every other Equite+ on the roster. He has consistently participated in regular House and Clan events, as well as being active on IRC in #taldryan. In the Rite of Supremacy, Xander showed an impressive amount of activity, participating in six of the Clan vs. Clan events. For his efforts in helping Taldryan and his constant activity in Dinaari, I recommend Xander for a promotion to Krath Archpriest. Congratulations, Xander. Excellent work. -- Shadow Taldrya

Alexander Anderson has served as my praetor for a good long time, and brings a fresh set of eyes to many of my projects. I oftentimes find myself relying on him to proof my proposals, and see if what I am putting together makes sense to people other than myself. This kind of help is critical, especially in light of recent events that left me more or less without a deputy. His work and efforts are appreciated, and I feel that he is well due for an elevation. It is my pleasure to recommend him for a promotion to Krath Archpriest. ~ Muz Ashen, Dark Lord of the Sith

Xander is the proverbial behind-the-scenes worker. He's diligent, fast-working and above all incredibly consistent - despite not being in a 'flashy' position on the Clan or House Summits, Xander is humble, unassuming and ever ready to fill in the blanks. Alexander Anderson is the sort of member who puts the welfare of the club as a whole well above his own individual aspirations and ambitions, and the Brotherhood and Clan Taldryan is all the better for it.I am honored and proud to see you elevated to Krath Archpriest! - Vorion, Proconsul of Clan Taldryan

Colonel Shanree Argentin, 2010-02-25 20:06:16 UTC

Passed the Test of Lore

Dantha nor Reith, 2010-02-25 21:24:18 UTC

Passed the Test of Lore

Phen, 2010-02-25 13:48:22 UTC

Passed the Test of Lore

Maur-Dib, 2010-02-25 01:36:57 UTC

Eiko continues to push forward in the progression of his career with the Brotherhood. Of late he has completed five Shadow Academy exams including ACC Basics, had his Character Sheet approved, had his Character History approved and joined us many times on IRC.

We should hold this surging dark sider back no longer and let him advance as far and as fast as his talent allows.

Raken, Independent House Revan

Raken, 2010-02-24 19:09:44 UTC

Passed the Test of Lore

Markus Grunao, 2010-02-24 13:33:46 UTC

This promotion has been far too long in coming. Sidarace is one of the best assets this Clan has and Ektrosis is blessed to have a leader so capable. He was recently awarded the name of Taldrya as a symbol of his loyalty and leadership and I believe strongly that Sid’s character defines what it means to be a Taldrya, let alone a Taldryan. As is my tradition, I will begin with Sidarace’s personal achievements before moving onto his accomplishments as a leader. In the nearly eleven months since his elevation to the Equites, this Obelisk has exemplified what it means to be active in this organization. During the last GJW, he earned himself two Bronze Novae while participating in 19 of the events offered! He was given a Sapphire Blade for this extra-ordinary effort. Later he earned himself another Dark Cross and a Seal of Loyalty. More recently, during the Rite of Supremacy, Sidarace earned 7 Seals of Bone and a Gold Nova to boot! Personal activity however is not sufficient when it comes to promoting an Equite to the next level. Its perhaps fortuitous then that Sidarace has served nearly nine months as the Quaestor of House Ektrosis and as the Aedile before that. Sid is one of those leaders that a Clan Summit dreams of. He makes regular reports to his members, offers regular competitions (at least two a month of his own accord), and sees each one to completion. At the same time, this Quaestor is training his Aedile in the ways of running a house, looking forward to the day when he will leave his position. Its this forward looking attitude that I strive for in my own administration. He keeps his house in a tight order, nipping potential conflicts before they can flare, training the newest members in the ways of our organization, and keeps information flowing from Summit to Summit and from Summits to the Members. For his exemplary level of personal activity, his superb leadership, and general badassery, its my distinguished honor to request this promotion to Obelisk Prelate for him.

~Consul Vodo Biask Taldrya

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The step from Templar to Prelate is not an easy one... Over these past few months, Sidarace has been an exemplary member of both Clan Taldryan, and House Ektrosis, For as long as I have known him, Sidarace has been a kind member, and has done what he can to further his Clan and House. He was just recently awarded the title of Taldrya, and all of us know that he will serve that name well. During my time as Aedile, he's helped me along with getting to know the responsibilities of leadership, and is always willing to give advice to me. As an leader, he's stellar; sometimes communicating with members more then he should, in my opinion. During the past five weeks, he's kept in constant communication with the entire clan, encouraging everyone to participate. He himself participated in seven competitions total, and placed first alongside Halc for the Week 5 fiction. I can't think of anybody else I'd rather half as my immediate superior. He's helped me keep my cool, showed me the ropes, and so far has been a great mentor; and will obviously continue to be. There's no other member I would rather see get their Equite 2 promotion, then Sid. He's been in this leadership business a while now, and I don't think he'll be departing us anytime soon. Keep up the great work, Sid. Congrats on your just desserts. Now, go bug Shik for that custom lightsaber of yours. :)

~DJK Anubis Annedu, AED of House Ektrosis

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Sidarace is the sort of leader that shines because he constantly can be found working well above and beyond the duties strictly required of him without complaint. Sidarace is an absolutely colossal pillar of activity and a paragon of leadership within not only Ektrosis, but the entirety of Taldryan. He excels in keeping the Clan abreast of current affairs, and half of the news updates on the mailing lists over the course of Spoils of War are easily attributable to him. He's picked up quite a bit of slack in some of the post-ROS projects, giving the Clan Summit immediate feedback on his House's activity, and is above all an absolutely great guy to work with. His enduring and positive attitude and powerful work ethic is an inspiration to all of our Clan, and this prodigal Son of Taldryan is long overdue for elevation to the second tier of the Equites. Congratulations, my friend!

• Vorion, Proconsul of Clan Taldryan

Colonel Shanree Argentin, 2010-02-23 18:50:01 UTC

APP Javik has joined us on IRC. For showing an interest in advancing in the DJB, it is my pleasure to recommend his promotion to Novice. Congrats! -Kalak Ragnose, Quaestor of House Acclivis Draco.

Augustus "Kalak" Ragnose, 2010-02-23 12:35:11 UTC

APP Xannilious Shepard has passed the shadow academy exam Lightsaber studies. For showing an interest in continuing with the Dark Jedi Brotherhood, it is my pleasure to recommend him for immediate promotion to Novice. Congratulations! -Kalak Ragnose, Quaestor of House Acclivis Draco

Augustus "Kalak" Ragnose, 2010-02-23 12:35:17 UTC

Rinsus has successfully submitted his Character Sheet to the Combat Master. Upon its approval, Rensus is hereby eligible for his promotion to Novice. Congratulations Rinsus! Keep it up!

-Quaestor Shaz'air Taldrya Rathden Templar of Ektrosis, Clan Taldryan

Inquisitor Shaz'air Taldrya, 2010-02-23 09:58:00 UTC