Alethia is the one person I would consider my second within the ACC staff currently. Not only is he the most tenured, he also brings a contrasting opinion that often challenges my own in the best of ways. While the dreaded beast of real life has often threatened to inhibit his ability to complete matches, he has still always made time to dive deep into any and all conversations. He has even gone so far as to take the initiative in preparing statistical spreadsheets analyzing the year's ACC matches thus far. This was done without prompting and was useful in providing fact-based anecdotes for event decisions.

In terms of raw judgements, each taking anywhere between an hour and 3 hours for most judges, Alethia has completed 6 since his last merit. At the same time, he has managed to handle 5 qualification exams. That's a great deal of help considering we shoot for close to 24 hours on our turn around times. He doesn't just gloss over these exams, however. He provides detailed analysis on par with what he brings to his actual judgements. His feedback is invaluable to new members just starting out in the ACC and ensures that everyone is at the right place to start from and enjoy the experience.

For this dedication to ensuring not just good work, but quality feedback and an opportunity of learning for the members, I am honored to append my recommendation to ensure Alethia gets the recognition he deserves. Keep on being a good judge and a better teacher. Glad to have you on the team.

Atra Ventus
Combat Master of the Brotherhood

God I have know Arch now for well over 2 years now and he has not stopped impressing me since the first time we met. it was a honor to be his recruiter and Master when he first joined the DJB. To say he was a easy student would do him a vast disservice because when he joined all the way up to today Arch has given everything he ever done his all.

He is definitely one of the best leaders COU has and it's been a pleasure to watch him not only move up in ranks but also take on new positions and excel at them as well. I think one of his best qualities is that no matter how high and the food chain he gets he always remains humble and is always there to help any and every member that needs it. No matter their rank, position or clan.

On more than a few occasions he has been the voice of reason for me when i needed someone to vent to by first telling me to stop being a idiot (PG Version) and they explaining what I'm not seeing and being there to give great advice and help.

Since others how more than accounting for your impressive numbers I'm here to say that your interpersonal skills are almost second to none and I'm more than proud to call you a friend! I'm even prouder to help award you your very first Sacramental Award in the DJB! Congratulations!

Archenksova is an outstanding example of a truly helpful individual. He does it in large ways, such as his Clan projects, and then he often does it in so many small ways that shouldn't be forgotten.

I remember when I first met him back when I was in CSP. A few things stood out to me. One, he was so willing to help develop my character and write with me. It wasn't for a crescent or any measurable activity, but it was to help a fellow club member. Two, he has provided several people help in their writing efforts, including proofing and a willingness to engage in ACC battles. Last but not least, he willingly engages in anything that can help the clan, whether it be answering a silly Odan-Urr Clan daily fiction question, helping out the 'pups' with ACC info, or being an awesome cheerleader.

These are but a few examples, but what is most impressive is how long he continues to do it. Leadership can be trying, but he keeps giving all he's got. I greatly appreciate Archensova's efforts and truly believe he is a key member of this Clan. As such, I think that a Sapphire Blade is well deserved.

Drinks on Alethia (literally and figuratively!)

Aura Ta'var Rollmistress

Arch brings exactly what I want in a staffer: meticulous attention to detail, a high level of scrutiny, in-depth knowledge and experience, and a not-so-lacking willingness to push back at me.

That is how one sums up the everything that is Arch and why I'm so remiss to know his time on my staff is coming to an end. To say that Arch is always up to something is to say that fire burns. It's obvious. That makes a recommendation hard to write because the pile keeps getting bigger. But, that's what I appreciates about him.

As a member of staff, Arch looks at the big picture. He addresses the member experience and our impact on it, all while keeping an eye on precedence and potential chain reactions. I think this measured hand is part of the reason why we continue to instill a "quiet" period from the Chamber's perspective. That is to say, the boat isn't rocking and Arch's clear view of the waters is a contributing factor.

Thanks, Arch!

When Arch joined the Dark Council I almost felt like he didn't join, because his inputs and work already had my ear. Yet it's been great to see him take on Headmaster and give his vision to that role and what it can and should be as a part of our community as well as helping guide the larger experience of members. His help on XP as it relates to the intake learning curve of new members and the value he's already provided is an indication of what is to come in the future. Congratulations.