_ A light rain fell over the surface of Ptolomea as a lone ship broke through atmosphere and adjusted its course for the main hangar of the House Caliburnus compound. The late hour meant that few people were awake to notice the ship’s arrival, which suited its pilot perfectly well. Returning from a sudden and extended trip to the outer rim, the Sith was glad to finally be home, but would announce her return to the whole house later.

Settling back into its customary spot, the NyghtFyre’s engines had barely gone quiet when the ramp descended and Rasilvenaira stepped out into the hangar. Feeling the tension and tremor of anticipation rippling through the force, the Aedile nodded to herself, confirming some silent thought.

With a slight signal, she stopped the approaching astromech droid’s protests in mid-chirp. “Later, R5, I will explain later. Come, you can fill me in on the way to the office.”

The droid sighed, his sensors blinking in acknowledgement and he fell in beside the Battlemaster as she strode out of the hangar and across the still yard to the main building. Once outside, R5 relayed all of what she had missed.

By the time they reached the Aedile’s office, her expression was grim. “I had heard rumors and stories of this invasion force from some of my contacts, but I kept hoping that it would not come here. However, from these new reports, it looks like it’s not stopping, so we’re in for a long, hard fight. Thank you R5, I suppose I better get to work.”

As she sat down at her desk and looked over the stacks of paperwork and various datapads, Rasilvenaira felt a questioning thought touch her mind. Focusing, she replied, “Yes, I’m back.” _

Greetings all,

I am back from my LoA, and ready to get back to work. So, no more House parties without me!

In other news, the huge item of interest is the Great Jedi War starting on Sunday, the 15th. I expect to see all of you out there doing your part to help CSP take the win. I know we can do it! Remember, this is your chance to shine as well as to help our Clan prove that we are the best in the whole Brotherhood.

Congratulations to all those who earned promotions, keep up the great work!

NOV Eda_et Tam – promoted from APP

NOV Zyo – promoted from APP

Yay for shinies! Good work guys, keep it up!

DJK Malaki – awarded Crescent with Emerald Star

PRT Maximus – awarded Dark Cross, Crescent with Emerald Star, Cluster of Fire x7

SW Cethgus – awarded Cluster of Fire x5

GRD Yzarc Rellik – awarded Cluster of Fire x7

OT Phantom Mandalore – awarded Cluster of Fire x4

The Shadow Academy is an important source of additional training within the Brotherhood; make sure you check it out: http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/shadowacademy/sa/

GRD Yzarc Rellik – Training Saber Basics

NOV Eda_et Tam – ACC Initiates Course, Dark Brotherhood Basics, Astronomy, IRC Basics

PRT Maximus – Conflict Mediation, General Leadership, Starfighter Tactics, Sith Core, Imperial Starfighters Eng/Tech, Leadership Fundamentals, Krath Core, Enemy Starfighter Eng/Tech

SW Cethgus – Force Alchemy

NOV Zyo – Pre-Republic History

Good job those of you who have been studying hard.

House Caliburnus extends a warm welcome to our newest members, please be sure to say hello to them if you see them around:

NOV Eda_et Tam

NOV Zyo

APP Valin Antomerous

APP Miranda

APP SottoCapo

APP lacus

House Caliburnus also welcomes the following members who have transferred to us, make sure you welcome them when you see them:

OT Phantom Mandalore – Welcome home!

OPM Koskian 'Psyko' d'Tana

Sleep had remained elusive as the Aedile tirelessly poured over reports and plans that would soon directly impact the House. Shaking the weariness from her mind, the Battlemaster made her way to the Hall where the journeymen of Caliburnus would be gathering. She would be addressing them while the Quaestor addressed the House’s Equites and veteran members.

Each group was vitally important to the House’s survival in the coming conflict, but each would have a slightly different focus. The older, veteran members had seen the hazards and would be at least more prepared for the challenges and hardships ahead. The journeymen however, many greeting their Aedile with eager and curious eyes as she entered the Hall, most of them had no real idea what they would be facing.

Whispers drifted through the group as they watched Rasilvenaira come to a stop and face them. As her dark eyes swept over the gathered journeymen, the steady air of command and the serious expression on her face brought the group to order and silence fell over the hall.

“Children of the Sword, I am sure that some of you have heard rumors, but I am here today to inform you that very soon war will bring itself to Scholae Palatinae. We are not facing enemies like any we have faced before. This is not a fight for supremacy, not a war to settle disputes with our rival Clans.”

Looking over the faces in the crowd, StormRaven’s heart ached, knowing some of them may well not survive the coming war. Pushing those thoughts aside, she continued, managing to keep her voice calm. “This, Caliburnus, will be a fight for our very survival. I am going to ask each and every one of you to search your souls, dig down deep, and make sure that when the fight comes, you give everything you can. Know this; I will be right there with you, fighting for Caliburnus, and for Scholae Palatinae. I encourage you all to step up your training, be ready. Remember, when you face the war to come, hold your heads high and stand proud. You are members of House Caliburnus; you are the finest of Scholae Palatinae. Fight hard, fight well, and claim the glory and victory that are your legacy!”

** “If I teach them nothing else; they will learn about teamwork. We do not leave anyone alone. If we do not do it together, we don't do it.” ~ Dennis Hall **