Thanks: I would like to thank Jac for selecting me as the new Deputy Grand Master. I know that this decision was a difficult one for him and one that he thought about for a long time. I am humbled by his confidence in me and I am grateful for his support. I would also like to thank Firefox and Kir for the trust they placed in me over a year ago. Their friendship has been very important to me and I have learned a great deal from both of them. Finally, I would like to thank all of the Consuls and Dark Council members who have wished me well. I appreciate your support and look forward to working with all of you.<p>About Me: I am a 29 year old Star Wars nerd. I have been married for two years to a woman way out of my league and we are expecting our first child. We have a Jack Russell Terrier named Lord Tyranus (Ty) and we are quite certain he is part human being. I graduated from Western Kentucky University with a B.A. in English Literature and a B.A. in Philosophy. Professionally, I am a Captain in the US Army stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. <p>
Leadership: Several months ago I wrote a seldom taken Shadow Academy course that defines the way I feel about leadership in the Dark Brotherhood: <p> Your mission above all else as a leader in the Dark Brotherhood is to motivate and inspire goodwill, fun, and companionship. These are the very core assets that keep our organization alive and thriving.<p>If a leader can inspire goodwill, fun, and companionship amongst members of the Dark Brotherhood, then he/she is doing a hell of a job. As a leader, it is our duty to improve the Dark Brotherhood and if we fail to do this, we fail the membership. <p>No Drama: I joined the Dark Brotherhood for two reasons. The first reason was to have fun and the second reason was to play Star Wars. I am a Star Wars nerd and I enjoy everything about Star Wars. I like the bad prequels, I like the even worse NJO novels, and I like all of the video games. Star Wars is fun and so is the Dark Brotherhood.<p>I did not join the Dark Brotherhood for E-Drama. I did not join the Dark Brotherhood to measure my E-Penis against other people. I know people dislike me. Many of them have very good reasons. Some people hate me because I was stayed in the EH longer than most and others hate me because of decisions I made as Plagueis Consul. I accept that these people dislike me and I plan to work like hell every day to prove to them that I deserve this opportunity. You may dislike me and you may even hate me, but I will treat you with respect, honesty, and fairness. In the end, I hope to earn your respect if not your friendship.<p>Up Next: I am going to spend the remainder of the weekend getting caught up with ongoing projects and the six hundred emails Jac sent me. Once I sift through all of this information I am going to put together a task list and get down to work. Expect a report next week. <p>Praetor and Magistrates: I am accepting applications for the position of P:DGM and for M:DGM. My Praetor will focus on GJW development and serve as my voice of reason. If you are interested in the position, please send me an application. I will make a decision next Saturday, so try to have it to me before Friday. I am also going to take on at least one Magistrate. Magistrates will help me with various duties and handle a lot of thankless tasks. Applications are due in the same manner as the Praetor applications. <p>Enough Already: Phew, that is enough from me. Once again, I want to thank everyone for their support and I look forward to working with you all. </p></p></p></p></p></p></p></p></p>