Dark Greetings Tarentum,

As most of you should be aware by now, the newest Quaestor of Tridens is Dark

Jedi Knight Murkrow Defender. Congratulations to him, and good luck to those

applying for the Aedile position. Thanks to everyone for their patience in

this recent change in leadership as well, trying to get everyone sorted out

to set the best people in place to lead Tridens onward.

And, I've finally come to the conclusion that it may be advantageous to start

the Trial Systems individually as the houses get prepared. Be reminded

though, that before your house may implement the trials, your Trial Master

must first clear all his/her plans with me first. Currently, only House

Gladius may begin using the trials, as they have been prepared and have

cleared everything with me for some time. I look forward to working with the

houses in this system as it gets started. =)

From that, Master/Apprentice system, this has been started in both Gladius

and Tridens, and just waiting on the Quaestor of Cestus to get started in his

house. Contact your house summits for those member who have volunteered to

take on apprentices if you are interested. =) On that same note, while our

master/apprentice teams are relatively new. . .this may give more incencitive

to get a team set up and ready for something. Taking from the DB news:

MASTER-STUDENT COMPETITION 3: "THERE CAN ONLY BE ONE!"

Posted by KE Cuchulain - 9/18/2002 [9:44:58 AM]

(Posted on behalf of DJK Death)

Ladies and Gentlemen, Krath, Obelisk, and Sith, Low-rankers and High-rankers,

Masters and Students, you are all very welcome to sign up for

[img]http://www25.brinkster.com/muertevip/MSC/III/banner.jpg [/img]

This is the ultimate competition for Master-Student pairings. In this

competition Masters and Students will have to work their way together through

7 tasks to win the competition, get nice medals and be listed as the best

Master-Student Team in the DB!

This first DB-wide MS competition unfortunately only features Krath events

but all Orders are invited to have their teams sign up and to participate, so

you Obelisk and Sith teams can get the chance to show that you can beat the

Krath on their own territory. The next DB-wide competition will cater for all

Clans and teams will be able to gain points in all DB aspects.

If you have questions or want to sign up, you can find my e-mail addy and the

information needed to sign up on the MSC3 page

(http://www25.brinkster.com/muertevip/msc/iii/ ), or for questions use the

message-board, found in the DB section of the main EH message boards, or drop

me an email (mailto:[Log in to view e-mail addresses]). While email may be a little

faster, using the MB means that other people with the same question will see

it there rather than me getting the same mail over and over again…

The deadline for signing up is the 20th of October. This gives you all time

to organise Master Student Pairings if you are not already in one, and

prepare yourself for the ultimate experience! =P

DJK Death

Sounds like it could be interesting and will hopefully help head-start some

of our new master/apprentice teams. =)

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I know what you all were probably thinking. Well, maybe thinking. You

might've been thinking, "Sithie isn't going to get of his lazy [insert

expletive here] and write up a report. AGAIN!" ;) Or maybe you were thinking,

"Yes!! I don't have to report a report this week either!" Well, bah to any

thoughts like that. =) I'm just playing. Sorry, life has been wierd. For some

reason, my insomnia has gotten worse, and I've been very lethargic lately,

I've been trying to convince myself to have energy. Today, I think I finally

got a foot in the door, so to speak. So, onto the report!

A quick note before I get to the House business. As you all know, this week

marked the one year anniversary to mark the tragic loss of life at the World

Trade Centers (New York), The Pentagon (Washington, D.C.), and (I forget the

town name, I apologize), but the fourth plane that went down that day,

killing all aboard. The loss of life of the WTC collapse and crashes from the

airliners alone was 3,000+/-. I find it odd that, if I can recall that day a

year ago clearly enough, this one year anniversary hit me harder than the

dreaded day these attacks occured. It was a tender day for me, as I am sure

it was for the rest of you. let us never forget. Let us never diminish our

resolve to fight, not for countries, not for flags, not for holy wars, but

for our children, for future generations. Let us make sure we honor the

memory of those who have fallen before us in the slaughter of innocents, and

do what we can as a people not united by skin color, flags, or any such other

minor details, rather, united as a people of one race, the human race... let

us do what we can as people united in the human race to make this world the

place where all our children, whether we have them currently, or still wait

to bring them into this world, let us do what we can that they might not know

enmity between man, but peace and harmony. I apologize if I seem preachy, but

this day truly touched me, and I want you all to know I value your friendship

highly, as you have supported me in times past and present, and you will all

be endeared to me by such actions for all my days.

Now, onto business.

We saw the loss recently of Jaya Cypher. She returned to Rogues while she

finishes school (IRL). She will be missed, but hopefully her talents will

return to us soon.

We also saw another of our House promoted to DJK for reward of his

perserverance, and dilligence. Jason Hunter now bears the rank of Knight.

Congratulations Jason. You truly deserved this.

Many others of you, I believe, are deserving of rewards for your efforts and

outstanding performances recently, particulary in the three-way Clan Feud.

Needless to say, while I realize I am oft times slow in giving rewards (for

which I do apologize), I recognize many of your efforts. However, I am not

perfect. If you feel I have overlooked things, or perhaps I just need a kick

in the rear to get my butt in gear, feel free to email me. It's always open,

24/7, and I always like getting email from everyone.

The Master/Apprentice system has been 'started' in unity of a sort with the

Trials program. Potential masters have volunteered, and for those of DJK or

above, you may opt to become a Master. Those at JH or below, you can ask to

Apprentice yourselves to one of these Masters, who will teach you what they

can to help you on your paths towards darkness, expertise, and yes, even rank

advancement. Willing Masters are:

Kodiak Tonaloc, Aari Nikus, Kidouses, Hades, Jason Hunter, Sith Bloodfyre

(yes, believe it or not, lil ol' me is in the lineup too), and even our own

CON, Ciara Tearnan, if need be. Get in touch with one of these individuals,

or myself and/or Hades, and perhaps we can help you find a potential Master

with which you would want to seek out an Apprenticeship. From now on, I'll

maintain listing the Masters in the House Reports, and whether or not they

are currently training an apprentice, or if they are open, so those desiring

to know, can know. Sound fun?

On another issue, Kodiak has decided, due to reasons of his own, that he is

going to step down as TET of the Wizards. He's agreed to stay on as long as

needed, until a replacement can be found, but I know it will be easier on him

to find a successor, and this gives the perfect opportunity to certain

individuals looking to show off leadership skills, lead the next generation,

or even other such rewards. coughpromotionspossiblycough Anyone wanting to

succeed Kodiak as the Wizards Tetrarch, email Kodiak, Hades, and myself with

an application. Nothing too big, just basically a "Hi, I'd like to do it.

This is where I'd like to go with it. Thanks. Bye." kind of little email.

Nothing too hard. but hopefully, maybe someone out there would like to see

what they can do with a phyle in their hands. Sound intriguing?

The bar is now closing. All drunks will be unceremoniously tossed at the

doorstep in five minutes. Thank you.

Still awaiting the GJW with anticipation. But, as we've no word on when it

will be prepared, there are other things going on. We still have the

September House competition going on. It's based around a "schoolyard" theme,

with Gladius members being "de-aged", and the House basically ending up like

a schoolyard of sorts. There are many possibilities, actually. I'm rather

tired, so I'll remember to email you all again with the details for the comp,

so anyone needing them will have them. But, everyone should know about it by

now, and hopefully you're all working on it.

And, I think this looks like a good place to leave off. Sithie's heading to

bed. Wouldn't the world be a nice place if we could all drink a glass of

cocaine tea leaf tea, and just slip into a mild coma, and get the rest that

we need? =) I'm playing. Sleep deprivation toys with Sithie's mind. But,

here's a final note to think about. Have you ever wondered why you don't hear

news headlines, like... "Psychic wins lottery, picks winning horse in race

too!"?? Makes you think, doesn't it... ;)

Until next time Gladius. Remember. Keep your hands and arms inside the car at

all times during the ride.

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Darkness guide,

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C.i.a.r.a M.a.y.a T.e.a.r.n.a.n R.o.t.h.w.e.l.l

KE Ciara Tearnan (Krath)/M:KHP/CON/Tarentum,

GC/(SC-SoA)/(SE-QL)/DC-KC-O-CS/(GNB)/(BNG)(BN)/Cr-1S-2A-2R

• Queenie Mystic -
  

.."Under the tongue root a fight most dread, and another raging, behind, in

the head"..