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Bal Demona

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Bal Demona:

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{{Character
|type = Sith
|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=*[[Djem So]]
*[[Shien]]
|fightingstyle=*[[Broken Gate]]
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Plagueis]]
* [[House Ajunta Pall]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his
[[File:YoungBalDemona.jpeg|thumb|175px|right|A younger Bal in happier times]]
father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
As a child, Bal was carefree, patient, caring and honest. He often got dragged into trouble by his friends though, so he was generally found just as guilty as they were. He was always told that he got the looks of his father but the personality of his mother. After his parents died, his attitude started to drift towards the opposite end. He tended to retain his old personality but it started to fade over time. His carefree nature slowly turned into a closely guarded mentality, doing his best to never get attached to anyone or anything. By the time he was married to Octavia, little of his idealistic personlity remained. It was only his wife that he grew attached to as he got older.

As his skills in both the Force and lightsaber combat progressed, his attitude continued to change more quickly. He quickly became more impassioned, less caring and less honest. His patience in his life translated to patience in battle and his honest nature changed to very blunt speech, not altogether caring what others thought about his opinion. After his two relationships ended with his two children dying, his caring nature has all but disappeared entirely. Only his strong will and courage are left from his childhood.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
{{Quote|I am indebted to my parents for for my life, but to my master for learning to truly live it.|Bal, speaking on being an apprentice}}
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
{{Quote|Hard times always reveal true friends|Bal, regarding his friendship with Fremoc during the Ninth Great Jedi War}}
=== Romances ===
Prior to his marriage to Octavia Obrie, Bal had no love life to speak of. While he had female friends, any potential serious relationship would either leave Nar Shadda through various circumstances or, in one case, become scared after an unintended display of his abilities.
==== Octavia Obrie ====
<dl><dd>'''Bal''': "You're dangerous."
</dd><dd>'''Octavia''': "Why?"
</dd><dd>'''Bal''': "Because you make me believe in the impossible." </dl>
<dd>―Bal to Octavia on their wedding day</dd>

Octavia Obrie was a lady who lived in the same housing area that Bal did. Their relationship was very casual at first, simply saying hello in passing or engaging in short conversation on occasion. Over time, the two started speaking on a more regular basis, occasionaly sharing a drink or two on special occasions. After a time the two fell in love and were happily married. later Octavia would become pregnant.

Their marriage would come to and end when, after a training accident, Octavia was taken to the hospital wing where she soon lost the baby. Bal was caught up in the war and was unable to go back to his wife. Later she would go back home and their marriage would end.

The dissolution of their marriage, coupled with the loss of their child, continues to weigh heavily on Bal, having never been able to be with her when she needed him the most or attempt to reconcile.
==== Kalei Basai ====
Bal's time with Kalei was a brief romantic fling, focusing more on the physical side of it versus emotionally nurturing each other. Meeting at a bar one night, conversation ensued as did some drinking. After a time, they retreated to a more private area.

The relationship, leaning towards physical pleasure, quickly degraded into not much more than lust over love. It wasn't until some time later than Bal found out that she had become pregnant over the course of their relationship but, like with Octavia, Kalei lost the baby shortly after birth.

After he heard the news, he lost interest in personal relationships for a time before coming to terms with what had happened.

== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
Despite having no training in any weapon aside from a basic familiarity with a blaster pistol, he quickly improved his technique with practice and experience. The assistance of his master and various other teachers having a affecting his skills as well. Initially he focused on Djem So, he was always williing to learn whatever he could from observing various other styles as well as their practitioners. Reading about the forms a great deal in the Shadow Academy also helped advance his abilities.

After passing through the Journeyman ranks, Bal started to work on Shien in addition to Djem so, rounding out his knowledge of Form V in doing so.

=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
[[File:LightsaberThrow.jpeg|thumb|240px|right|Bal throwing his lightsaber]]
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without conscious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. Focusing on powers that amplify his own personal combat prowess, While strong and quick in his own right, he will often use the Force in order to increase this even further and make himself able to overpower foes through the sheer power of his strikes alone. He is also highly skilled in telekinesis and several applications. Using the

Force, he can throw his lightsaber with great accuracy. He can also manifest telekinetic blasts of great power, as well as being able to make a small shockwave by focusing the energy into the ground.

To a slightly lesser extent, he is capable of harnessing his rage and using it in combat to improve his combat ability as well as using the Force to increase his reflexes. Using both these and his telekinesis in combat, he is able to engage enemies at close range as well as at a short distance.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

Growing up on Nar Shadda, he learned to quickly adapt to dangerous situations. Becoming able to live on the rough streets, he developed both a strong will to survive as well as the ability to stand up to others through great courage. The mean streets left him with a cold attitude towards people he doesn't know very well, sometimes brushing them off even if they're in need of help.

His most overwhelming personality defect is his tendency to be quick and to the point with anybody he encounters. He's not afraid to voice his opinion, be it popular or not. Sometimes his straightforward manner of speaking can get him in trouble if the wrong people take offense to what he says.
== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.
[[File:BalsLightsaber.png|thumb|100px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]
Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
In and out of combat, Bal is typically seen with only his crimson-bladed lightsaber emitted from a silver colored hilt with black accents.
Atop the hilt extends a emitter guard that, while edged in appearance, is purely cosmetic on the creator's part and serves no practical purpose aside from shielding his hand from the blade. Eschewing a typical pommel cap, the end of his lightsaber instead extends to several pointed projections. With the end of the hilt constructed as it is, he doesn't utilize a ring to attach it to his belt and substitutes a magnetic plate instead. The activation stud has been modified to include a locking activator so he doesn't have to focus on keeping the blade ignited when throwing his lightsaber at a distance.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

[[Category:Plagueis members]]

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Bal Demona

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Bal Demona:

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{{Character
|type = Sith
|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=*[[Djem So]]
*[[Shien]]
|fightingstyle=*[[Broken Gate]]
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Plagueis]]
* [[House Ajunta Pall]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his
[[File:YoungBalDemona.jpeg|thumb|175px|right|A younger Bal in happier times]]
father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
Formerly an easygoing person before and during his marriage to Octavia, his personality changed considerably after the couple's divorce. Going from a more tender, caring person he transformed into a callous and utterly uncaring individual. Despite this, he and Kalei Basai shared a brief relationship during his time as Aedile of House Marka Ragnos but it never amounted to anything but lust over love. After she left, he gave up on romantic relationships entirely instead focusing more on the Brotherhood's goals.

His time in the Brotherhood has caused him to unleash his inner darkness, giving up his calm demeanour in combat in favor of a rage-induced attack pattern. More willing to let others die in favor of accomplishing a mission objective, he doesn't do so on a whim or for his personal amusement. He also has become more willing to kill rather than wound his opponents, using both his natural strength and the Force in order to wear down his opponent until the opportunity arises to deliver a fatal attack.

Though some things have changed, some haven't. He still posses the steel will that he brought into the Brotherhood, a boundless courage that lets him stand in the face of adversaries and never flinch. He also still retains his very frank method of speaking, not afraid to offer his opinion to both subordinates and superiors alike.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
{{Quote|I am indebted to my parents for for my life, but to my master for learning to truly live it.|Bal, speaking on being an apprentice}}
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
{{Quote|Hard times always reveal true friends|Bal, regarding his friendship with Fremoc during the Ninth Great Jedi War}}
=== Romances ===
Prior to his marriage to Octavia Obrie, Bal had no love life to speak of. While he had female friends, any potential serious relationship would either leave Nar Shadda through various circumstances or, in one case, become scared after an unintended display of his abilities.
==== Octavia Obrie ====
<dl><dd>'''Bal''': "You're dangerous."
</dd><dd>'''Octavia''': "Why?"
</dd><dd>'''Bal''': "Because you make me believe in the impossible." </dl>
<dd>―Bal to Octavia on their wedding day</dd>

Octavia Obrie was a lady who lived in the same housing area that Bal did. Their relationship was very casual at first, simply saying hello in passing or engaging in short conversation on occasion. Over time, the two started speaking on a more regular basis, occasionaly sharing a drink or two on special occasions. After a time the two fell in love and were happily married. later Octavia would become pregnant.

Their marriage would come to and end when, after a training accident, Octavia was taken to the hospital wing where she soon lost the baby. Bal was caught up in the war and was unable to go back to his wife. Later she would go back home and their marriage would end.

The dissolution of their marriage, coupled with the loss of their child, continues to weigh heavily on Bal, having never been able to be with her when she needed him the most or attempt to reconcile.
==== Kalei Basai ====
Bal's time with Kalei was a brief romantic fling, focusing more on the physical side of it versus emotionally nurturing each other. Meeting at a bar one night, conversation ensued as did some drinking. After a time, they retreated to a more private area.

The relationship, leaning towards physical pleasure, quickly degraded into not much more than lust over love. It wasn't until some time later than Bal found out that she had become pregnant over the course of their relationship but, like with Octavia, Kalei lost the baby shortly after birth.

After he heard the news, he lost interest in personal relationships for a time before coming to terms with what had happened.

== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
Despite having no training in any weapon aside from a basic familiarity with a blaster pistol, he quickly improved his technique with practice and experience. The assistance of his master and various other teachers having a affecting his skills as well. Initially he focused on Djem So, he was always williing to learn whatever he could from observing various other styles as well as their practitioners. Reading about the forms a great deal in the Shadow Academy also helped advance his abilities.

After passing through the Journeyman ranks, Bal started to work on Shien in addition to Djem so, rounding out his knowledge of Form V in doing so.

=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
[[File:LightsaberThrow.jpeg|thumb|240px|right|Bal throwing his lightsaber]]
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without conscious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. Focusing on powers that amplify his own personal combat prowess, While strong and quick in his own right, he will often use the Force in order to increase this even further and make himself able to overpower foes through the sheer power of his strikes alone. He is also highly skilled in telekinesis and several applications. Using the

Force, he can throw his lightsaber with great accuracy. He can also manifest telekinetic blasts of great power, as well as being able to make a small shockwave by focusing the energy into the ground.

To a slightly lesser extent, he is capable of harnessing his rage and using it in combat to improve his combat ability as well as using the Force to increase his reflexes. Using both these and his telekinesis in combat, he is able to engage enemies at close range as well as at a short distance.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

Growing up on Nar Shadda, he learned to quickly adapt to dangerous situations. Becoming able to live on the rough streets, he developed both a strong will to survive as well as the ability to stand up to others through great courage. The mean streets left him with a cold attitude towards people he doesn't know very well, sometimes brushing them off even if they're in need of help.

His most overwhelming personality defect is his tendency to be quick and to the point with anybody he encounters. He's not afraid to voice his opinion, be it popular or not. Sometimes his straightforward manner of speaking can get him in trouble if the wrong people take offense to what he says.
== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

[[Category:Plagueis members]]

Bal Demona

2016-08-10T22:33:50Z

Bal Demona:

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{{Character
|type = Sith
|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=*[[Djem So]]
*[[Shien]]
|fightingstyle=*[[Broken Gate]]
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Plagueis]]
* [[House Ajunta Pall]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:YoungBal.jpeg|thumb|240px|right|A younger Bal in happier times]]

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
Formerly an easygoing person before and during his marriage to Octavia, his personality changed considerably after the couple's divorce. Going from a more tender, caring person he transformed into a callous and utterly uncaring individual. Despite this, he and Kalei Basai shared a brief relationship during his time as Aedile of House Marka Ragnos but it never amounted to anything but lust over love. After she left, he gave up on romantic relationships entirely instead focusing more on the Brotherhood's goals.

His time in the Brotherhood has caused him to unleash his inner darkness, giving up his calm demeanour in combat in favor of a rage-induced attack pattern. More willing to let others die in favor of accomplishing a mission objective, he doesn't do so on a whim or for his personal amusement. He also has become more willing to kill rather than wound his opponents, using both his natural strength and the Force in order to wear down his opponent until the opportunity arises to deliver a fatal attack.

Though some things have changed, some haven't. He still posses the steel will that he brought into the Brotherhood, a boundless courage that lets him stand in the face of adversaries and never flinch. He also still retains his very frank method of speaking, not afraid to offer his opinion to both subordinates and superiors alike.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
{{Quote|I am indebted to my parents for for my life, but to my master for learning to truly live it.|Bal, speaking on being an apprentice}}
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
{{Quote|Hard times always reveal true friends|Bal, regarding his friendship with Fremoc during the Ninth Great Jedi War}}
=== Romances ===
Prior to his marriage to Octavia Obrie, Bal had no love life to speak of. While he had female friends, any potential serious relationship would either leave Nar Shadda through various circumstances or, in one case, become scared after an unintended display of his abilities.
==== Octavia Obrie ====
<dl><dd>'''Bal''': "You're dangerous."
</dd><dd>'''Octavia''': "Why?"
</dd><dd>'''Bal''': "Because you make me believe in the impossible." </dl>
<dd>―Bal to Octavia on their wedding day</dd>

Octavia Obrie was a lady who lived in the same housing area that Bal did. Their relationship was very casual at first, simply saying hello in passing or engaging in short conversation on occasion. Over time, the two started speaking on a more regular basis, occasionaly sharing a drink or two on special occasions. After a time the two fell in love and were happily married. later Octavia would become pregnant.

Their marriage would come to and end when, after a training accident, Octavia was taken to the hospital wing where she soon lost the baby. Bal was caught up in the war and was unable to go back to his wife. Later she would go back home and their marriage would end.

The dissolution of their marriage, coupled with the loss of their child, continues to weigh heavily on Bal, having never been able to be with her when she needed him the most or attempt to reconcile.
==== Kalei Basai ====
Bal's time with Kalei was a brief romantic fling, focusing more on the physical side of it versus emotionally nurturing each other. Meeting at a bar one night, conversation ensued as did some drinking. After a time, they retreated to a more private area.

The relationship, leaning towards physical pleasure, quickly degraded into not much more than lust over love. It wasn't until some time later than Bal found out that she had become pregnant over the course of their relationship but, like with Octavia, Kalei lost the baby shortly after birth.

After he heard the news, he lost interest in personal relationships for a time before coming to terms with what had happened.

== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
Despite having no training in any weapon aside from a basic familiarity with a blaster pistol, he quickly improved his technique with practice and experience. The assistance of his master and various other teachers having a affecting his skills as well. Initially he focused on Djem So, he was always williing to learn whatever he could from observing various other styles as well as their practitioners. Reading about the forms a great deal in the Shadow Academy also helped advance his abilities.

After passing through the Journeyman ranks, Bal started to work on Shien in addition to Djem so, rounding out his knowledge of Form V in doing so.

=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
[[File:LightsaberThrow.jpeg|thumb|240px|right|Bal throwing his lightsaber]]
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without conscious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. Focusing on powers that amplify his own personal combat prowess, While strong and quick in his own right, he will often use the Force in order to increase this even further and make himself able to overpower foes through the sheer power of his strikes alone. He is also highly skilled in telekinesis and several applications. Using the

Force, he can throw his lightsaber with great accuracy. He can also manifest telekinetic blasts of great power, as well as being able to make a small shockwave by focusing the energy into the ground.

To a slightly lesser extent, he is capable of harnessing his rage and using it in combat to improve his combat ability as well as using the Force to increase his reflexes. Using both these and his telekinesis in combat, he is able to engage enemies at close range as well as at a short distance.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

Growing up on Nar Shadda, he learned to quickly adapt to dangerous situations. Becoming able to live on the rough streets, he developed both a strong will to survive as well as the ability to stand up to others through great courage. The mean streets left him with a cold attitude towards people he doesn't know very well, sometimes brushing them off even if they're in need of help.

His most overwhelming personality defect is his tendency to be quick and to the point with anybody he encounters. He's not afraid to voice his opinion, be it popular or not. Sometimes his straightforward manner of speaking can get him in trouble if the wrong people take offense to what he says.
== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

[[Category:Plagueis members]]

File:YoungBalDemona.jpeg

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A younger Bal Demona growing up on Nar Shadda prior to his parents being killed.

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Bal Demona

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Bal Demona:

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{{Character
|type = Sith
|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=*[[Djem So]]
*[[Shien]]
|fightingstyle=*[[Broken Gate]]
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Plagueis]]
* [[House Ajunta Pall]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:YoungBal|thumb|175px|right|A younger Bal in happier times]]

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
Formerly an easygoing person before and during his marriage to Octavia, his personality changed considerably after the couple's divorce. Going from a more tender, caring person he transformed into a callous and utterly uncaring individual. Despite this, he and Kalei Basai shared a brief relationship during his time as Aedile of House Marka Ragnos but it never amounted to anything but lust over love. After she left, he gave up on romantic relationships entirely instead focusing more on the Brotherhood's goals.

His time in the Brotherhood has caused him to unleash his inner darkness, giving up his calm demeanour in combat in favor of a rage-induced attack pattern. More willing to let others die in favor of accomplishing a mission objective, he doesn't do so on a whim or for his personal amusement. He also has become more willing to kill rather than wound his opponents, using both his natural strength and the Force in order to wear down his opponent until the opportunity arises to deliver a fatal attack.

Though some things have changed, some haven't. He still posses the steel will that he brought into the Brotherhood, a boundless courage that lets him stand in the face of adversaries and never flinch. He also still retains his very frank method of speaking, not afraid to offer his opinion to both subordinates and superiors alike.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
{{Quote|I am indebted to my parents for for my life, but to my master for learning to truly live it.|Bal, speaking on being an apprentice}}
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
{{Quote|Hard times always reveal true friends|Bal, regarding his friendship with Fremoc during the Ninth Great Jedi War}}
=== Romances ===
Prior to his marriage to Octavia Obrie, Bal had no love life to speak of. While he had female friends, any potential serious relationship would either leave Nar Shadda through various circumstances or, in one case, become scared after an unintended display of his abilities.
==== Octavia Obrie ====
<dl><dd>'''Bal''': "You're dangerous."
</dd><dd>'''Octavia''': "Why?"
</dd><dd>'''Bal''': "Because you make me believe in the impossible." </dl>
<dd>―Bal to Octavia on their wedding day</dd>

Octavia Obrie was a lady who lived in the same housing area that Bal did. Their relationship was very casual at first, simply saying hello in passing or engaging in short conversation on occasion. Over time, the two started speaking on a more regular basis, occasionaly sharing a drink or two on special occasions. After a time the two fell in love and were happily married. later Octavia would become pregnant.

Their marriage would come to and end when, after a training accident, Octavia was taken to the hospital wing where she soon lost the baby. Bal was caught up in the war and was unable to go back to his wife. Later she would go back home and their marriage would end.

The dissolution of their marriage, coupled with the loss of their child, continues to weigh heavily on Bal, having never been able to be with her when she needed him the most or attempt to reconcile.
==== Kalei Basai ====
Bal's time with Kalei was a brief romantic fling, focusing more on the physical side of it versus emotionally nurturing each other. Meeting at a bar one night, conversation ensued as did some drinking. After a time, they retreated to a more private area.

The relationship, leaning towards physical pleasure, quickly degraded into not much more than lust over love. It wasn't until some time later than Bal found out that she had become pregnant over the course of their relationship but, like with Octavia, Kalei lost the baby shortly after birth.

After he heard the news, he lost interest in personal relationships for a time before coming to terms with what had happened.

== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
Despite having no training in any weapon aside from a basic familiarity with a blaster pistol, he quickly improved his technique with practice and experience. The assistance of his master and various other teachers having a affecting his skills as well. Initially he focused on Djem So, he was always williing to learn whatever he could from observing various other styles as well as their practitioners. Reading about the forms a great deal in the Shadow Academy also helped advance his abilities.

After passing through the Journeyman ranks, Bal started to work on Shien in addition to Djem so, rounding out his knowledge of Form V in doing so.

=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
[[File:LightsaberThrow.jpeg|thumb|240px|right|Bal throwing his lightsaber]]
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without conscious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. Focusing on powers that amplify his own personal combat prowess, While strong and quick in his own right, he will often use the Force in order to increase this even further and make himself able to overpower foes through the sheer power of his strikes alone. He is also highly skilled in telekinesis and several applications. Using the

Force, he can throw his lightsaber with great accuracy. He can also manifest telekinetic blasts of great power, as well as being able to make a small shockwave by focusing the energy into the ground.

To a slightly lesser extent, he is capable of harnessing his rage and using it in combat to improve his combat ability as well as using the Force to increase his reflexes. Using both these and his telekinesis in combat, he is able to engage enemies at close range as well as at a short distance.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

Growing up on Nar Shadda, he learned to quickly adapt to dangerous situations. Becoming able to live on the rough streets, he developed both a strong will to survive as well as the ability to stand up to others through great courage. The mean streets left him with a cold attitude towards people he doesn't know very well, sometimes brushing them off even if they're in need of help.

His most overwhelming personality defect is his tendency to be quick and to the point with anybody he encounters. He's not afraid to voice his opinion, be it popular or not. Sometimes his straightforward manner of speaking can get him in trouble if the wrong people take offense to what he says.
== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

[[Category:Plagueis members]]

Bal Demona

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Bal Demona:

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{{Character
|type = Sith
|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=*[[Djem So]]
*[[Shien]]
|fightingstyle=*[[Broken Gate]]
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Plagueis]]
* [[House Ajunta Pall]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:YoungBal|thumb|175px|right|A younger Bal in happier times]]

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
Formerly an easygoing person before and during his marriage to Octavia, his personality changed considerably after the couple's divorce. Going from a more tender, caring person he transformed into a callous and utterly uncaring individual. Despite this, he and Kalei Basai shared a brief relationship during his time as Aedile of House Marka Ragnos but it never amounted to anything but lust over love. After she left, he gave up on romantic relationships entirely instead focusing more on the Brotherhood's goals.

His time in the Brotherhood has caused him to unleash his inner darkness, giving up his calm demeanour in combat in favor of a rage-induced attack pattern. More willing to let others die in favor of accomplishing a mission objective, he doesn't do so on a whim or for his personal amusement. He also has become more willing to kill rather than wound his opponents, using both his natural strength and the Force in order to wear down his opponent until the opportunity arises to deliver a fatal attack.

Though some things have changed, some haven't. He still posses the steel will that he brought into the Brotherhood, a boundless courage that lets him stand in the face of adversaries and never flinch. He also still retains his very frank method of speaking, not afraid to offer his opinion to both subordinates and superiors alike.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
{{Quote|I am indebted to my parents for for my life, but to my master for learning to truly live it.|Bal, speaking on being an apprentice}}
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
{{Quote|Hard times always reveal true friends|Bal, regarding his friendship with Fremoc during the Ninth Great Jedi War}}
=== Romances ===
Prior to his marriage to Octavia Obrie, Bal had no love life to speak of. While he had female friends, any potential serious relationship would either leave Nar Shadda through various circumstances or, in one case, become scared after an unintended display of his abilities.
==== Octavia Obrie ====
<dl><dd>'''Bal''': "You're dangerous."
</dd><dd>'''Octavia''': "Why?"
</dd><dd>'''Bal''': "Because you make me believe in the impossible." </dl>
<dd>―Bal to Octavia on their wedding day</dd>

Octavia Obrie was a lady who lived in the same housing area that Bal did. Their relationship was very casual at first, simply saying hello in passing or engaging in short conversation on occasion. Over time, the two started speaking on a more regular basis, occasionaly sharing a drink or two on special occasions. After a time the two fell in love and were happily married. later Octavia would become pregnant.

Their marriage would come to and end when, after a training accident, Octavia was taken to the hospital wing where she soon lost the baby. Bal was caught up in the war and was unable to go back to his wife. Later she would go back home and their marriage would end.

The dissolution of their marriage, coupled with the loss of their child, continues to weigh heavily on Bal, having never been able to be with her when she needed him the most or attempt to reconcile.
==== Kalei Basai ====
Bal's time with Kalei was a brief romantic fling, focusing more on the physical side of it versus emotionally nurturing each other. Meeting at a bar one night, conversation ensued as did some drinking. After a time, they retreated to a more private area.

The relationship, leaning towards physical pleasure, quickly degraded into not much more than lust over love. It wasn't until some time later than Bal found out that she had become pregnant over the course of their relationship but, like with Octavia, Kalei lost the baby shortly after birth.

After he heard the news, he lost interest in personal relationships for a time before coming to terms with what had happened.

== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
Despite having no training in any weapon aside from a basic familiarity with a blaster pistol, he quickly improved his technique with practice and experience. The assistance of his master and various other teachers having a affecting his skills as well. Initially he focused on Djem So, he was always williing to learn whatever he could from observing various other styles as well as their practitioners. Reading about the forms a great deal in the Shadow Academy also helped advance his abilities.

After passing through the Journeyman ranks, Bal started to work on Shien in addition to Djem so, rounding out his knowledge of Form V in doing so.

=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without conscious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. Focusing on powers that amplify his own personal combat prowess, While strong and quick in his own right, he will often use the Force in order to increase this even further and make himself able to overpower foes through the sheer power of his strikes alone. He is also highly skilled in telekinesis and several applications. Using the
Force, he can throw his lightsaber with great accuracy. He can also manifest telekinetic blasts of great power, as well as being able to make a small shockwave by focusing the energy into the ground.
[[File:LightsaberThrow.jpeg|thumb|240px|right|Bal throwing his lightsaber]]
To a slightly lesser extent, he is capable of harnessing his rage and using it in combat to improve his combat ability as well as using the Force to increase his reflexes. Using both these and his telekinesis in combat, he is able to engage enemies at close range as well as at a short distance.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

Growing up on Nar Shadda, he learned to quickly adapt to dangerous situations. Becoming able to live on the rough streets, he developed both a strong will to survive as well as the ability to stand up to others through great courage. The mean streets left him with a cold attitude towards people he doesn't know very well, sometimes brushing them off even if they're in need of help.

His most overwhelming personality defect is his tendency to be quick and to the point with anybody he encounters. He's not afraid to voice his opinion, be it popular or not. Sometimes his straightforward manner of speaking can get him in trouble if the wrong people take offense to what he says.
== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
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|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

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Bal Demona

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Bal Demona:

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{{Character
|type = Sith
|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=*[[Djem So]]
*[[Shien]]
|fightingstyle=*[[Broken Gate]]
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Plagueis]]
* [[House Ajunta Pall]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:YoungBal|thumb|175px|right|A younger Bal in happier times]]

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
Formerly an easygoing person before and during his marriage to Octavia, his personality changed considerably after the couple's divorce. Going from a more tender, caring person he transformed into a callous and utterly uncaring individual. Despite this, he and Kalei Basai shared a brief relationship during his time as Aedile of House Marka Ragnos but it never amounted to anything but lust over love. After she left, he gave up on romantic relationships entirely instead focusing more on the Brotherhood's goals.

His time in the Brotherhood has caused him to unleash his inner darkness, giving up his calm demeanour in combat in favor of a rage-induced attack pattern. More willing to let others die in favor of accomplishing a mission objective, he doesn't do so on a whim or for his personal amusement. He also has become more willing to kill rather than wound his opponents, using both his natural strength and the Force in order to wear down his opponent until the opportunity arises to deliver a fatal attack.

Though some things have changed, some haven't. He still posses the steel will that he brought into the Brotherhood, a boundless courage that lets him stand in the face of adversaries and never flinch. He also still retains his very frank method of speaking, not afraid to offer his opinion to both subordinates and superiors alike.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
{{Quote|I am indebted to my parents for for my life, but to my master for learning to truly live it.|Bal, speaking on being an apprentice}}
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
{{Quote|Hard times always reveal true friends|Bal, regarding his friendship with Fremoc during the Ninth Great Jedi War}}
=== Romances ===
Prior to his marriage to Octavia Obrie, Bal had no love life to speak of. While he had female friends, any potential serious relationship would either leave Nar Shadda through various circumstances or, in one case, become scared after an unintended display of his abilities.
==== Octavia Obrie ====
<dl><dd>'''Bal''': "You're dangerous."
</dd><dd>'''Octavia''': "Why?"
</dd><dd>'''Bal''': "Because you make me believe in the impossible." </dl>
<dd>―Bal to Octavia on their wedding day</dd>

Octavia Obrie was a lady who lived in the same housing area that Bal did. Their relationship was very casual at first, simply saying hello in passing or engaging in short conversation on occasion. Over time, the two started speaking on a more regular basis, occasionaly sharing a drink or two on special occasions. After a time the two fell in love and were happily married. later Octavia would become pregnant.

Their marriage would come to and end when, after a training accident, Octavia was taken to the hospital wing where she soon lost the baby. Bal was caught up in the war and was unable to go back to his wife. Later she would go back home and their marriage would end.

The dissolution of their marriage, coupled with the loss of their child, continues to weigh heavily on Bal, having never been able to be with her when she needed him the most or attempt to reconcile.
==== Kalei Basai ====
Bal's time with Kalei was a brief romantic fling, focusing more on the physical side of it versus emotionally nurturing each other. Meeting at a bar one night, conversation ensued as did some drinking. After a time, they retreated to a more private area.

The relationship, leaning towards physical pleasure, quickly degraded into not much more than lust over love. It wasn't until some time later than Bal found out that she had become pregnant over the course of their relationship but, like with Octavia, Kalei lost the baby shortly after birth.

After he heard the news, he lost interest in personal relationships for a time before coming to terms with what had happened.

== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
Despite having no training in any weapon aside from a basic familiarity with a blaster pistol, he quickly improved his technique with practice and experience. The assistance of his master and various other teachers having a affecting his skills as well. Initially he focused on Djem So, he was always williing to learn whatever he could from observing various other styles as well as their practitioners. Reading about the forms a great deal in the Shadow Academy also helped advance his abilities.

After passing through the Journeyman ranks, Bal started to work on Shien in addition to Djem so, rounding out his knowledge of Form V in doing so.

=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without conscious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. Focusing on powers that amplify his own personal combat prowess, While strong and quick in his own right, he will often use the Force in order to increase this even further and make himself able to overpower foes through the sheer power of his strikes alone. He is also highly skilled in telekinesis and several applications. Using the
Force, he can throw his lightsaber with great accuracy. He can also manifest telekinetic blasts of great power, as well as being able to make a small shockwave by focusing the energy into the ground.
[[File:LightsaberThrow|thumb|175px|right|Bal throwing his lightsaber]]
To a slightly lesser extent, he is capable of harnessing his rage and using it in combat to improve his combat ability as well as using the Force to increase his reflexes. Using both these and his telekinesis in combat, he is able to engage enemies at close range as well as at a short distance.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

Growing up on Nar Shadda, he learned to quickly adapt to dangerous situations. Becoming able to live on the rough streets, he developed both a strong will to survive as well as the ability to stand up to others through great courage. The mean streets left him with a cold attitude towards people he doesn't know very well, sometimes brushing them off even if they're in need of help.

His most overwhelming personality defect is his tendency to be quick and to the point with anybody he encounters. He's not afraid to voice his opinion, be it popular or not. Sometimes his straightforward manner of speaking can get him in trouble if the wrong people take offense to what he says.
== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

[[Category:Plagueis members]]

Bal Demona

2016-08-08T19:58:28Z

Bal Demona:

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{{Character
|type = Sith
|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=
|fightingstyle=
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Naga Sadow]]
* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
Formerly an easygoing person before and during his marriage to Octavia, his personality changed considerably after the couple's divorce. Going from a more tender, caring person he transformed into a callous and utterly uncaring individual. Despite this, he and Kalei Basai shared a brief relationship during his time as Aedile of House Marka Ragnos but it never amounted to anything but lust over love. After she left, he gave up on romantic relationships entirely instead focusing more on the Brotherhood's goals.

His time in the Brotherhood has caused him to unleash his inner darkness, giving up his calm demeanour in combat in favor of a rage-induced attack pattern. More willing to let others die in favor of accomplishing a mission objective, he doesn't do so on a whim or for his personal amusement. He also has become more willing to kill rather than wound his opponents, using both his natural strength and the Force in order to wear down his opponent until the opportunity arises to deliver a fatal attack.

Though some things have changed, some haven't. He still posses the steel will that he brought into the Brotherhood, a boundless courage that lets him stand in the face of adversaries and never flinch. He also still retains his very frank method of speaking, not afraid to offer his opinion to both subordinates and superiors alike.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
{{Quote|I am indebted to my parents for for my life, but to my master for learning to truly live it.|Bal, speaking on being an apprentice}}
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
{{Quote|Hard times always reveal true friends|Bal, regarding his friendship with Fremoc during the Ninth Great Jedi War}}
==== Kalei Basai ====
==== Octavia Obrie ====
{{Dialogue|Braecen|Isn't it better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all?|Bal|Try it|Braecen and Bal, discussing the end of Bal's marriage|0|attr=Braecen Kaeth and Bal Demona}}
[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]
Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.
== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
After recieving his first lightsaber, he started the initial lightsaber training for all new Protectors. His own dedication and many hours sparring with others made him quickly hone his talents before being able to construct his own lighstaber. After some time, he finally chose to study Form V in more detail. Despite not being very tall or heavy set, Bal had developed considerable muscle power from hard living on the back alleys of Nar Shadda. Djem So in particular allowed him to make use of his muscle mass as well as his aggressive nature in combat.

After becoming skilled in Djem So, Bal started integrating Force powers amongst his combat style, often using telekinetic powers to catch opponents off guard or to throw them off balance for a powerful lightsaber sequence. Able to concentrate easily, he also developed a penchant for throwing his lightsaber amidst a fight in an attempt to catch unsuspecting opponents who might not be prepared for a ranged attack.

Bal also used his Broken Gate proficiency to add another dimension to his combat style, often resorting to brute force to break an enemy's guard and spirit. Preferring a more direct approach to combat, it's often his usage of power strikes from either hand-to-hand combat, sweeping lightsaber strikes or telekinetic powers to confuse and put his opponents on the defensive.
=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without concious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. He quickly found himself adept at using telekinesis as well as harnessing his inner rage during battle. As a member of the Obelisk order, he focused primarily on the physical applications of the Force that would aid him in combat, such as the ability to control pain and artificially boosting his own physical abilities. He also refined his telekinesis enough to enable his throwing a lightsaber with some degree of ability.

This narrow focus proves a disadvantage though, as he is unable to utilize several abilities that require the Force in a less overt fashion such as mind tricks and illusions. He also often limits his Force sight, using it primarily to sense things in a complete circle around him. While capable of doing so, he has limited ability with sensing the future as well, usually not more than faint and incomprehensible images.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

[[Category:Plagueis members]]

Bal Demona

2015-01-20T20:22:50Z

Bal Demona:

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{{Character
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|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=
|fightingstyle=
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Naga Sadow]]
* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
{{Quote|I am indebted to my parents for for my life, but to my master for learning to truly live it.|Bal, speaking on being an apprentice}}
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
{{Quote|Hard times always reveal true friends|Bal, regarding his friendship with Fremoc during the Ninth Great Jedi War}}
==== Kalei Basai ====
==== Octavia Obrie ====
{{Dialogue|Braecen|Isn't it better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all?|Bal|Try it|Braecen and Bal, discussing the end of Bal's marriage|0|attr=Braecen Kaeth and Bal Demona}}
[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]
Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.
== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
After recieving his first lightsaber, he started the initial lightsaber training for all new Protectors. His own dedication and many hours sparring with others made him quickly hone his talents before being able to construct his own lighstaber. After some time, he finally chose to study Form V in more detail. Despite not being very tall or heavy set, Bal had developed considerable muscle power from hard living on the back alleys of Nar Shadda. Djem So in particular allowed him to make use of his muscle mass as well as his aggressive nature in combat.

After becoming skilled in Djem So, Bal started integrating Force powers amongst his combat style, often using telekinetic powers to catch opponents off guard or to throw them off balance for a powerful lightsaber sequence. Able to concentrate easily, he also developed a penchant for throwing his lightsaber amidst a fight in an attempt to catch unsuspecting opponents who might not be prepared for a ranged attack.

Bal also used his Broken Gate proficiency to add another dimension to his combat style, often resorting to brute force to break an enemy's guard and spirit. Preferring a more direct approach to combat, it's often his usage of power strikes from either hand-to-hand combat, sweeping lightsaber strikes or telekinetic powers to confuse and put his opponents on the defensive.
=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without concious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. He quickly found himself adept at using telekinesis as well as harnessing his inner rage during battle. As a member of the Obelisk order, he focused primarily on the physical applications of the Force that would aid him in combat, such as the ability to control pain and artificially boosting his own physical abilities. He also refined his telekinesis enough to enable his throwing a lightsaber with some degree of ability.

This narrow focus proves a disadvantage though, as he is unable to utilize several abilities that require the Force in a less overt fashion such as mind tricks and illusions. He also often limits his Force sight, using it primarily to sense things in a complete circle around him. While capable of doing so, he has limited ability with sensing the future as well, usually not more than faint and incomprehensible images.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}
[[Category:Disciples of Sadow]]
[[Category:DJB Characters]]

Bal Demona

2015-01-20T14:15:16Z

Bal Demona:

{{construction}}
{{Eras|reb|new|njo|djb}}
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|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=
|fightingstyle=
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Naga Sadow]]
* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
{{Quote|I am indebted to my parents for for my life, but to my master for learning to truly live it.|Bal, speaking on being an apprentice}}
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
==== Kalei Basai ====
==== Octavia Obrie ====
{{Dialogue|Braecen|Isn't it better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all?|Bal|Try it|Braecen and Bal, discussing the end of Bal's marriage|0|attr=Braecen Kaeth and Bal Demona}}
[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]
Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.
== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
After recieving his first lightsaber, he started the initial lightsaber training for all new Protectors. His own dedication and many hours sparring with others made him quickly hone his talents before being able to construct his own lighstaber. After some time, he finally chose to study Form V in more detail. Despite not being very tall or heavy set, Bal had developed considerable muscle power from hard living on the back alleys of Nar Shadda. Djem So in particular allowed him to make use of his muscle mass as well as his aggressive nature in combat.

After becoming skilled in Djem So, Bal started integrating Force powers amongst his combat style, often using telekinetic powers to catch opponents off guard or to throw them off balance for a powerful lightsaber sequence. Able to concentrate easily, he also developed a penchant for throwing his lightsaber amidst a fight in an attempt to catch unsuspecting opponents who might not be prepared for a ranged attack.

Bal also used his Broken Gate proficiency to add another dimension to his combat style, often resorting to brute force to break an enemy's guard and spirit. Preferring a more direct approach to combat, it's often his usage of power strikes from either hand-to-hand combat, sweeping lightsaber strikes or telekinetic powers to confuse and put his opponents on the defensive.
=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without concious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. He quickly found himself adept at using telekinesis as well as harnessing his inner rage during battle. As a member of the Obelisk order, he focused primarily on the physical applications of the Force that would aid him in combat, such as the ability to control pain and artificially boosting his own physical abilities. He also refined his telekinesis enough to enable his throwing a lightsaber with some degree of ability.

This narrow focus proves a disadvantage though, as he is unable to utilize several abilities that require the Force in a less overt fashion such as mind tricks and illusions. He also often limits his Force sight, using it primarily to sense things in a complete circle around him. While capable of doing so, he has limited ability with sensing the future as well, usually not more than faint and incomprehensible images.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}
[[Category:Disciples of Sadow]]
[[Category:DJB Characters]]

Bal Demona

2015-01-20T09:46:10Z

Bal Demona:

{{construction}}
{{Eras|reb|new|njo|djb}}
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|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
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|allies=
|enemies=
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|form=
|fightingstyle=
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Naga Sadow]]
* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecen Kaeth ====
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
==== Kalei Basai ====
==== Octavia Obrie ====
{{Dialogue|Braecen|Isn't it better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all?|Bal|Try it|Braecen and Bal, discussing the end of Bal's marriage|0|attr=Braecen Kaeth and Bal Demona}}
[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]
Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.
== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
After recieving his first lightsaber, he started the initial lightsaber training for all new Protectors. His own dedication and many hours sparring with others made him quickly hone his talents before being able to construct his own lighstaber. After some time, he finally chose to study Form V in more detail. Despite not being very tall or heavy set, Bal had developed considerable muscle power from hard living on the back alleys of Nar Shadda. Djem So in particular allowed him to make use of his muscle mass as well as his aggressive nature in combat.

After becoming skilled in Djem So, Bal started integrating Force powers amongst his combat style, often using telekinetic powers to catch opponents off guard or to throw them off balance for a powerful lightsaber sequence. Able to concentrate easily, he also developed a penchant for throwing his lightsaber amidst a fight in an attempt to catch unsuspecting opponents who might not be prepared for a ranged attack.

Bal also used his Broken Gate proficiency to add another dimension to his combat style, often resorting to brute force to break an enemy's guard and spirit. Preferring a more direct approach to combat, it's often his usage of power strikes from either hand-to-hand combat, sweeping lightsaber strikes or telekinetic powers to confuse and put his opponents on the defensive.
=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without concious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. He quickly found himself adept at using telekinesis as well as harnessing his inner rage during battle. As a member of the Obelisk order, he focused primarily on the physical applications of the Force that would aid him in combat, such as the ability to control pain and artificially boosting his own physical abilities. He also refined his telekinesis enough to enable his throwing a lightsaber with some degree of ability.

This narrow focus proves a disadvantage though, as he is unable to utilize several abilities that require the Force in a less overt fashion such as mind tricks and illusions. He also often limits his Force sight, using it primarily to sense things in a complete circle around him. While capable of doing so, he has limited ability with sensing the future as well, usually not more than faint and incomprehensible images.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}
[[Category:Disciples of Sadow]]
[[Category:DJB Characters]]

Bal Demona

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Bal Demona:

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* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
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* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
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{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.
=== Ninth Great Jedi War (30 ABY) ===
=== Aedile of Marka Ragnos (32 ABY) ===
=== Eleventh Great Jedi War (38 ABY) ===
(Coming soon!)

== Personality and traits ==
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}
An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.
=== Relationships ===
==== Braecem Kaeth ====
==== Fremoc Pepoi ====
==== Kalei Basai ====
==== Octavia Obrie ====
[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]
{{Dialogue|Braecen|Isn't it better to have loved and lost than to never have loved at all?|Bal|Try it|Braecen and Bal after the latter and his wife separated|attr=Braecen Kaeth and Bal Demona}}
Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.
== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
After recieving his first lightsaber, he started the initial lightsaber training for all new Protectors. His own dedication and many hours sparring with others made him quickly hone his talents before being able to construct his own lighstaber. After some time, he finally chose to study Form V in more detail. Despite not being very tall or heavy set, Bal had developed considerable muscle power from hard living on the back alleys of Nar Shadda. Djem So in particular allowed him to make use of his muscle mass as well as his aggressive nature in combat.

After becoming skilled in Djem So, Bal started integrating Force powers amongst his combat style, often using telekinetic powers to catch opponents off guard or to throw them off balance for a powerful lightsaber sequence. Able to concentrate easily, he also developed a penchant for throwing his lightsaber amidst a fight in an attempt to catch unsuspecting opponents who might not be prepared for a ranged attack.

Bal also used his Broken Gate proficiency to add another dimension to his combat style, often resorting to brute force to break an enemy's guard and spirit. Preferring a more direct approach to combat, it's often his usage of power strikes from either hand-to-hand combat, sweeping lightsaber strikes or telekinetic powers to confuse and put his opponents on the defensive.
=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without concious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. He quickly found himself adept at using telekinesis as well as harnessing his inner rage during battle. As a member of the Obelisk order, he focused primarily on the physical applications of the Force that would aid him in combat, such as the ability to control pain and artificially boosting his own physical abilities. He also refined his telekinesis enough to enable his throwing a lightsaber with some degree of ability.

This narrow focus proves a disadvantage though, as he is unable to utilize several abilities that require the Force in a less overt fashion such as mind tricks and illusions. He also often limits his Force sight, using it primarily to sense things in a complete circle around him. While capable of doing so, he has limited ability with sensing the future as well, usually not more than faint and incomprehensible images.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.
=== Apparel ===
== Positions Held ==
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}
[[Category:Disciples of Sadow]]
[[Category:DJB Characters]]

Bal Demona

2015-01-19T20:59:55Z

Bal Demona:

{{construction}}
{{Eras|reb|new|njo|djb}}
{{Character
|type = Obelisk
|image=[[File:Bal_Demona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal
|lastname=Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|allies=
|enemies=
|saber=* Personal Lightsaber: Red
|form=
|fightingstyle=
|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Naga Sadow]]
* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Biography ==
=== Early life (8 ABY===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====
''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shaddaa, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shaddaa when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.
== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
After recieving his first lightsaber, he started the initial lightsaber training for all new Protectors. His own dedication and many hours sparring with others made him quickly hone his talents before being able to construct his own lighstaber. After some time, he finally chose to study Form V in more detail. Despite not being very tall or heavy set, Bal had developed considerable muscle power from hard living on the back alleys of Nar Shadda. Djem So in particular allowed him to make use of his muscle mass as well as his aggressive nature in combat.

After becoming skilled in Djem So, Bal started integrating Force powers amongst his combat style, often using telekinetic powers to catch opponents off guard or to throw them off balance for a powerful lightsaber sequence. Able to concentrate easily, he also developed a penchant for throwing his lightsaber amidst a fight in an attempt to catch unsuspecting opponents who might not be prepared for a ranged attack.

Bal also used his Broken Gate proficiency to add another dimension to his combat style, often resorting to brute force to break an enemy's guard and spirit. Preferring a more direct approach to combat, it's often his usage of power strikes from either hand-to-hand combat, sweeping lightsaber strikes or telekinetic powers to confuse and put his opponents on the defensive.
=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without concious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. He quickly found himself adept at using telekinesis as well as harnessing his inner rage during battle. As a member of the Obelisk order, he focused primarily on the physical applications of the Force that would aid him in combat, such as the ability to control pain and artificially boosting his own physical abilities. He also refined his telekinesis enough to enable his throwing a lightsaber with some degree of ability.

This narrow focus proves a disadvantage though, as he is unable to utilize several abilities that require the Force in a less overt fashion such as mind tricks and illusions. He also often limits his Force sight, using it primarily to sense things in a complete circle around him. While capable of doing so, he has limited ability with sensing the future as well, usually not more than faint and incomprehensible images.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.

=== Personality ===
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.
== DJB Facts ==

=== Positions Held ===
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

=== Trivia ===
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category:Disciples of Sadow]]
[[Category:DJB Characters]]

Bal Demona

2015-01-10T18:37:36Z

Bal Demona:

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{{Eras|reb|new|njo|djb}}
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|lastname=Demona
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|form=
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|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Naga Sadow]]
* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}
{{Quote|Despair. Ruin. Slaughter. That's what I bring wherever I go. It doesn't matter to whom or why, they're all the same to me.|Bal, regarding his role in the Brotherhood}}

== Character History ==
=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====
''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shaddaa, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shaddaa when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.
== Powers and abilities ==
=== Lightsaber training ===
{{Quote|I'm not a murderer. I just win—thoroughly.|Bal}}
After recieving his first lightsaber, he started the initial lightsaber training for all new Protectors. His own dedication and many hours sparring with others made him quickly hone his talents before being able to construct his own lighstaber. After some time, he finally chose to study Form V in more detail. Despite not being very tall or heavy set, Bal had developed considerable muscle power from hard living on the back alleys of Nar Shadda. Djem So in particular allowed him to make use of his muscle mass as well as his aggressive nature in combat.

After becoming skilled in Djem So, Bal started integrating Force powers amongst his combat style, often using telekinetic powers to catch opponents off guard or to throw them off balance for a powerful lightsaber sequence. Able to concentrate easily, he also developed a penchant for throwing his lightsaber amidst a fight in an attempt to catch unsuspecting opponents who might not be prepared for a ranged attack.

Bal also used his Broken Gate proficiency to add another dimension to his combat style, often resorting to brute force to break an enemy's guard and spirit. Preferring a more direct approach to combat, it's often his usage of power strikes from either hand-to-hand combat, sweeping lightsaber strikes or telekinetic powers to confuse and put his opponents on the defensive.
=== Force powers ===
{{Quote|I believe the Force is neither good nor evil. It is a tool, like a hydrospanner|Bal}}
It is unknown if Bal's parents knew of his Force-sesitivity, but his abilities were either unexplained or ignored entirely throughout his early life. It wasn't until after his parents had met their end did his abilities begin to manifest themselves, though without concious thought on his part, often when he was extremely angry. His first telekinetic feat he performed was drawing a knife to his hand from a short distance during a brawl when he was fifteen years old.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, his abilities were improved through teaching and practice. He quickly found himself adept at using telekinesis as well as harnessing his inner rage during battle. As a member of the Obelisk order, he focused primarily on the physical applications of the Force that would aid him in combat, such as the ability to control pain and artificially boosting his own physical abilities. He also refined his telekinesis enough to enable his throwing a lightsaber with some degree of ability.

This narrow focus proves a disadvantage though, as he is unable to utilize several abilities that require the Force in a less overt fashion such as mind tricks and illusions. He also often limits his Force sight, using it primarily to sense things in a complete circle around him. While capable of doing so, he has limited ability with sensing the future as well, usually not more than faint and incomprehensible images.
=== Other abilities ===
{{Quote|In our line of work, psychopathy can be a valuable job skill|Bal, sarcatically commenting Obelisk order}}

== Equipment ==
=== Lightsabers ===
==== First lightsaber ====
{{Main|[[Armory Lightsaber]]}}
Demona's first lightsaber was a standard armory lightsaber that he received upon elevation to the rank of Protector. Like all armory lightsabers, his was constructed using safe, easy to find materials to facilitate mass production. Due to a specialized emitter matrix, the blade length was fixed at three feet in length. The hilt contained but one focusing crystal that were always either blue, green, or red in color. Bal's lightsaber consisted of a single synthetic red crystal supplied by the Brotherhood.

Demona used the weapon during his initial training and while dabbling in various lightsaber combat styles as well as numerous combat training lessons. He additionally used it during meditation by staring into the ignited blade instead of using telekinesis to disassemble and reassemble the weapon in order to not disrupt the lightsaber's construction.

Upon elevation to Dark Jedi Knight, he returned the weapon in order to utilize a lightsaber of his own creation.
==== Second lightsaber ====
After his promotion, Demona created a lightsaber of his own design, opting to continue using the synthetic red crystals during assembly. Utilizing both a set of simple emitter shroud and guard in order to protect his hands while he utilized a very aggressive Djem So fighting style. Having a natural affinity for telekinetic applications of the Force, he also installed a locking activator so the blade wouldn't deactivate when thrown. The weapon has seen use during the Ninth Jedi War as well as in training exercises.

Having more freedom with his own lightsaber, he often uses telekinesis in his meditations. It is Demona's primary weapon and never strays too far from its master.

=== Personality ===
{{Quote|I have all the characteristics of a human being: blood, skin, hair; but not a single, clear, identifiable emotion, except for fury and hatred|Bal, reflecting on his life since Nar Shadda}}

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.
== DJB Facts ==

=== Positions Held ===
{{Positions}}
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|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

=== Trivia ===
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

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Bal Demona

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Bal Demona:

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== Character History ==
''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====
''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shaddaa, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shaddaa when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===
''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Thoughts on the Force ===
''"What is the Force?"'' - [[Maol Nor Lexu]], Force Philosophy instructor

''"Sir, asking what the Force is is akin to asking what a life journey is...you will ask one million different people and receive an equal amount of answers."'' - Bal Demona

Bal always viewed the Force as something that is to be studied rather used than used overtly often, however that didn't mean it was off-limits by any stretch of the imagination. The Force can be a tool, but he believed that the tool that the Force can be used for is more elaborate than any one man could hope to comprehend. Sure, there have been many [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] in the past that have accumulated a vast amount of knowledge, but there was never any doubt in Bal's mind that they had failed to obtain EVERY piece of knowledge about the energy field that the [[starwars:Jedi|Jedi]] can control. He was somewhat content with what he had discovered so far...but that didn't mean that Bal was not willing to learn more, nothing could be farther from the truth. Though he preferred knowledge that was applied knowledge rather than that was used for the sake of knowing. While things that are in the past of the Jedi are worth knowing for they tell of the present day, they are...according to his belief...few and far between.

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his [[lightsaber]], he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.
=== Trivia ===
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

[[Category:Rogue]]
[[Category:DJB Characters]]

Bal Demona

2014-12-24T01:25:21Z

Bal Demona:

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|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
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|profession=Dark Jedi Knight
|position=
|era=* [[Rebellion Era]]
* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Naga Sadow]]
* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
|ship=
|masters=[[Braecen Kaeth]]
|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
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== Character History ==
''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====
''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shaddaa, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shaddaa when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===
''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Thoughts on the Force ===
''"What is the Force?"'' - [[Maol Nor Lexu]], Force Philosophy instructor

''"Sir, asking what the Force is is akin to asking what a life journey is...you will ask one million different people and receive an equal amount of answers."'' - Bal Demona

Bal always viewed the Force as something that is to be studied rather used than used overtly often, however that didn't mean it was off-limits by any stretch of the imagination. The Force can be a tool, but he believed that the tool that the Force can be used for is more elaborate than any one man could hope to comprehend. Sure, there have been many [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] in the past that have accumulated a vast amount of knowledge, but there was never any doubt in Bal's mind that they had failed to obtain EVERY piece of knowledge about the energy field that the [[starwars:Jedi|Jedi]] can control. He was somewhat content with what he had discovered so far...but that didn't mean that Bal was not willing to learn more, nothing could be farther from the truth. Though he preferred knowledge that was applied knowledge rather than that was used for the sake of knowing. While things that are in the past of the Jedi are worth knowing for they tell of the present day, they are...according to his belief...few and far between.

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his [[lightsaber]], he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

== DJB Facts ==

=== Positions Held ===
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

=== Trivia ===
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category:Rogue]]
[[Category:DJB Characters]]

Bal Demona

2014-12-24T01:23:06Z

Bal Demona:

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* [[New Republic Era]]
* [[New Jedi Order Era]]
* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=* [[Clan Naga Sadow]]
* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
* [[GMRG]]
* [[Obelisk]]
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|apprentices=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
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== Character History ==
''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====
''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shaddaa, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shaddaa when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===
''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Thoughts on the Force ===
''"What is the Force?"'' - [[Maol Nor Lexu]], Force Philosophy instructor

''"Sir, asking what the Force is is akin to asking what a life journey is...you will ask one million different people and receive an equal amount of answers."'' - Bal Demona

Bal always viewed the Force as something that is to be studied rather used than used overtly often, however that didn't mean it was off-limits by any stretch of the imagination. The Force can be a tool, but he believed that the tool that the Force can be used for is more elaborate than any one man could hope to comprehend. Sure, there have been many [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] in the past that have accumulated a vast amount of knowledge, but there was never any doubt in Bal's mind that they had failed to obtain EVERY piece of knowledge about the energy field that the [[starwars:Jedi|Jedi]] can control. He was somewhat content with what he had discovered so far...but that didn't mean that Bal was not willing to learn more, nothing could be farther from the truth. Though he preferred knowledge that was applied knowledge rather than that was used for the sake of knowing. While things that are in the past of the Jedi are worth knowing for they tell of the present day, they are...according to his belief...few and far between.

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his [[lightsaber]], he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

== DJB Facts ==

=== Positions Held ===
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

=== Trivia ===
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

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Bal Demona

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* [[New Republic Era]]
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* [[Dark Brotherhood Era]]
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* [[House Marka Ragnos]]
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== Character History ==
''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====
''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shaddaa, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shaddaa when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===
''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Thoughts on the Force ===
''"What is the Force?"'' - [[Maol Nor Lexu]], Force Philosophy instructor

''"Sir, asking what the Force is is akin to asking what a life journey is...you will ask one million different people and receive an equal amount of answers."'' - Bal Demona

Bal always viewed the Force as something that is to be studied rather used than used overtly often, however that didn't mean it was off-limits by any stretch of the imagination. The Force can be a tool, but he believed that the tool that the Force can be used for is more elaborate than any one man could hope to comprehend. Sure, there have been many [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] in the past that have accumulated a vast amount of knowledge, but there was never any doubt in Bal's mind that they had failed to obtain EVERY piece of knowledge about the energy field that the [[starwars:Jedi|Jedi]] can control. He was somewhat content with what he had discovered so far...but that didn't mean that Bal was not willing to learn more, nothing could be farther from the truth. Though he preferred knowledge that was applied knowledge rather than that was used for the sake of knowing. While things that are in the past of the Jedi are worth knowing for they tell of the present day, they are...according to his belief...few and far between.

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his [[lightsaber]], he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

== DJB Facts ==

=== Positions Held ===
{{Positions}}
{{Succession box
|before=[[Fremoc Pepoi]]
|title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
|years=32 ABY-32 ABY
|after=[[Methyas L'eonheart]]
}}

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

=== Trivia ===
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

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{{Character
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|image=[[File:BalDemona.jpg|250px]]
|firstname=Bal Demona
|homeworld=[[starwars:Nar_Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]]
|birth=[[0 BBY to 9 ABY|8 ABY]]
|species=[[starwars:Human|Human]]
|gender=Male
|hair=Dark Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|saber=Red
|form=* [[Shii-Cho]]
* [[Soresu]]
|fightingstyle=* [[Dulon]]
* [[Broken Gate]]
* [[Kartranin]]
* [[K'tara]]
* [[K'thri]]
|era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=[[Clan Naga Sadow]]
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}

== Character History ==
''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic_Credit_Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[File:Nar_Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|175px|left|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shaddaa]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occasions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar_Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunately, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to survive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuisance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[File:Octavia.jpg|thumb|327px|right|Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====
''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentatively a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was available for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====
The [[starwars:The_Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hit your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the [[Obelisk Order]]. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shaddaa had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====
His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark_side_of_the_Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or minuscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

==== A Falling Out ====
As his career progressed, he found himself more and more away from Octavia on his own assignments while she was on her own. In the beginning, this was no hindrance as instant communication allowed them to stay in touch almost all the time. A lot of messages back and forth kept them in touch, and that was enough in the beginning. Over time, however, it became harder and harder to keep up with his wife as his own assignments kept him farther and farther away from her presence. The distance eventually started to erode on their relationship and, despite efforts on both their parts to keep it together, it eventually became too much to handle. They were officially separated later on.

Having lost his life-long love, he started to become harsh and severe and it had started to wear on his own friendships with the others of his clan. Becoming more withdrawn from his friends, he found himself becoming less and less trusting of others. This ended up coming to a head while Braecen was teaching him, lashing out at him verbally in a fit of rage over a tiny remark. Eventually coming to terms with Octavia's leaving and his childish display with Braecen, he decided that he would be better off with a fresh start...

=== A Change of Pace ===
Having alienated most of his friends in Plageius during the time immediately following his separation from Octavia, he decided he would be best off with a fresh start somewhere new. After a bit of research and a few recommendations later, he finally settled on a few places that he would want to end up. Taking a bit of time away from his constant training regimen, he made a few field trips over to where his primary options were to be found. Eventually though, he decided on one place: Clan Naga Sadow.

==== Starting Over ====
''"Men generally fear change, becoming complacent and comfortable with their current situation. In general, they only see the opportunity to change about six inches before it hits them square in the face."''

Quickly getting settled in, he set out to make new friends and colleagues within his new clan and his new house, that of Marka Ragnos. Quickly making an impression on more than a few of the members, including some of the higher ranked members, he found himself among a circle of good friends in a very short period of time. Consorting with his fellows on a regular basis, he learned the ropes of his new home as quick as he could, learning who the leaders were and to whom he should go if he ever felt the need to practice his fighting techniques. After a while, he was immersed in his new place...totally giving himself to his new clan. However, he never forgot the lessons he learned in Plageius having always thought history was the most important aspect of a person's existence. Among his new friends, some were quite influential and, despite his own shyness and lack of any real desire to lead, he found himself eying the reins of office.

[[File:LightsaberBal.jpg|thumb|254px|left|Bal's Lightsaber]]

==== Knighthood ====
It was during his internal debate to try for a prominent leadership position that some of the best news he had ever heard came to him: He was finally becoming a Dark Jedi Knight. He was overjoyed by this as it was something that he had wanted from day one. Watching all of his superiors toting their lightsabers on their belts had made him quite envious as he had only his armory lightsaber. As soon as the ceremony were over, he set out to find the materials that caught his eye in order to make his own weapon. Choosing his components carefully, he spent a great deal of time constructing his primary weapon. He spent the better part of a week going over designs in his head, trying to find the best balance between how he liked to hold his lightsaber and cosmetic style. After finally coming to a decision, he carefully selected the crystal he was going to use to project the blade. After all was said and done, he was satisfied with how his work had turned out.

Still having his eyes set on a position in office, he wasn't ready to consider being a teacher quite yet. His patience paid off however, as the opportunity arose...the Aedile position of House Marka Ragnos had come open, and he was intent on applying.

=== Fading into the Background ===

As time went, several wars were fought in the period of time since he had joined the Brotherhood. Once or twice holding a position of prominence, he found himself as more of a foot soldier than a jedi knight. Despite this, he held his head up high and held nothing against the organization that had welcomed him and his gifts so readily when he first joined it. After a while he found himself become more and more restless, yearning for a position of prominence that he held as the Aedile of Marka Ragnos. Before he knew it, the tenth Great Jedi War had come to an end. Instead of become upset at this development, he saw it has a boon in order to make himself fit for the next conflict.

==== Return to the Shadow Academy ====

His first stop was the Academy where he learned all of his initial lessons before becoming a full-fledged dark jedi...at least in his own mind. Knowing that his mind must be sharp before the blade of his lightsaber, he studied as fervently has he had when he first arrived. Taking more classes, he made himself a promise to one day earn his way back into the good graces of the powers that be and get himself back into a notable position as he once had. Everyday he would arrive at the Academy, be it studying in the library, taking classes or just to soak in information. He would always smile as he read, knowing that, with each word, he was closer to his ultimate goal.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shaddaa, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shaddaa when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===
''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his opponent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[House|house]], his [[Clan|clan]] and his [[Order|order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Thoughts on the Force ===
''"What is the Force?"'' - [[Maol Nor Lexu]], Force Philosophy instructor

''"Sir, asking what the Force is is akin to asking what a life journey is...you will ask one million different people and receive an equal amount of answers."'' - Bal Demona

Bal always viewed the Force as something that is to be studied rather used than used overtly often, however that didn't mean it was off-limits by any stretch of the imagination. The Force can be a tool, but he believed that the tool that the Force can be used for is more elaborate than any one man could hope to comprehend. Sure, there have been many [[starwars:Dark_Jedi|Dark Jedi]] in the past that have accumulated a vast amount of knowledge, but there was never any doubt in Bal's mind that they had failed to obtain EVERY piece of knowledge about the energy field that the [[starwars:Jedi|Jedi]] can control. He was somewhat content with what he had discovered so far...but that didn't mean that Bal was not willing to learn more, nothing could be farther from the truth. Though he preferred knowledge that was applied knowledge rather than that was used for the sake of knowing. While things that are in the past of the Jedi are worth knowing for they tell of the present day, they are...according to his belief...few and far between.

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his [[Lightsaber|lightsaber]], he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

== DJB Facts ==

=== Positions Held ===

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[[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]]
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'''[[Methyas Pepoi L'eonheart]]'''

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=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

== Trivia ==
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

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Disciples of Ragnos

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The Disciples of Ragnos are a theocratic cult that believes in the divinity of Marka Ragnos. In organisational terms, the Disciples are part of a role-playing system created by [[Ashura Isradia]] to encourage character development in [[House Marka Ragnos]].

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==Introduction==

Hailing from deep within the [[Sepros]] system, the Disciples of Ragnos are the manifestation of their namesake's dark will. Within the ranks of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood, the newest revival of the Sith Lord's ancient cult carry out the orders of his spirit, channeled through the great sorcerer, [[Trevarus Caerick]]. Encompassing all three orders and all levels of power, the Disciples exist officially as a House of the [[Clan Naga Sadow]], and it's honorary members who have left for other positions within the Brotherhood.

To become one of the Disciples, all you need to do is contact the Quaestor, Aedile and Rollmaster of Marka Ragnos to let them know that you'd like to be one of the Solifugae; you can then begin developing your character as one of the Disciples.

==The Council==

===Maleficarum===

{{Quote|Some there be alone whom can call and make the shadows greet...|Attributed to Zeen Deheval, Krath archivist, circa 2,237 BBY}}

The Maleficarum of the Disciples of Ragnos is the nominal leader of the Cult. Trevarus Caerick, as the Overlord of House Marka Ragnos, holds this position for life; when Caerick is not present at Ragnos Cathedral, the Anguis and Tigrist of the Disciples of Ragnos consult a council made up of the shades of powerful Dark Side users who stand in for the Overlord.

The Maleficarum has a position of spiritual dominance over the rest of the Disciples; they have the final say over whether a Disciple can move from the Noctosalutae into the rank of the Progenies, and they decide whether a Progeny can become a Scion. The rituals undertaken by the Disciples are ideally led by the Maleficarum or, in his absence, by the Anguis and Tigrist.

===Anguis===

{{Quote|Some there be whom shadows kiss, shadows cling, shadows rent...|Attributed to Zeen Deheval, Krath archivist, circa 2,237 BBY}}

The Anguis is the second highest position within the hierarchy of the Disciples of Ragnos. Responsible for formulating the actions of the Disciples based upon the guidelines and wisdom of the Maleficarum, the Anguis is the "visible" leader of the Disciples.

In the event that the Maleficarum should be unable to lead the Disciples of Ragnos, the Anguis and the Tigrist meet with a council of the Scions to decide upon the actions that need to be taken. The Anguis and Tigrist act as temporary leaders in the event that the Maleficarum should be incapable of performing his duties at the time.

===Tigrist===

{{Quote|Some there be whom shadows cloak, shadows spoke, shadows reach...|Attributed to Zeen Deheval, Krath archivist, circa 2,237 BBY}}

The rank of Tigrist is slightly below that of the Anguis' within the Hierarchy of the Disciples of Ragnos. It is the responsibility of the Tigrist to ensure that the Anguis' orders are followed through with and done properly. The position of Tigrist is always held by the Aedile of Marka Ragnos.

Should Trevarus Caerick be unable to perform what are normally his responsibilities, the Tigrist and Anguis work jointly with each other and a council of Scions in order to lead the Disciples properly during the Maleficarum's absence.

===Cultus Ordinem of Ragnos===

{{Quote|Some there be whom shadows teach, shadows draw, shadows keep...|Attributed to Zeen Deheval, Krath archivist, circa 2,237 BBY}}

The Cultus Ordinem of Ragnos lies below the Scions in the hierarchy of the Disciples of Ragnos. Every month, the most active member of the Disciples is named the House Champion for that month, and become the Cultus Ordinem for the next month. It is a very prestigious honor to be given this position; it represents the dedication and hard effort the individual has put into his duties within the Disciples.

Fictionally, the Cultus is allowed to enter the Dark Library, where he or she has access to the unimaginable wisdom held within. The Cultus is also given the duty of protecting the secrets of the Dark Library, both by supervising the security of the vault and occasionally physically guarding the vault himself. This title also places the bearer as an honorary member of the Council of the Disciples, allowing him to attend meetings and put forth his ideas.

==The Scions==

===Scion of Ragnos===

A Scion is the proclaimed descendant of Dark Lord Marka Ragnos; in the original Disciples of Ragnos a Scion was the actual blood relation of the Sith Lord. However, the modern Disciples realize that any blood relation of the Sith Lord has long since died off. This title now serves to honor the most prominent members.

A potential Scion is always selected from the pool of Progenies; in fact this lesser title was created to help select future Scions. In times long past the Maleficarum would invoke the spirit of Lord Ragnos to appear and select a Scion from the available Progeny; but in recent years the spirit of Ragnos is respected in a more ritualistic, less literal ceremony.

Before being proclaimed a Scion by the Maleficarum, a Disciple must spend time in a drug-induced trance to reach a stage of illumination and clarity, using a drug that was created by Lord Ragnos to aid him in deep meditation. It was also said that this drug had the ability to shape a Scions own genetics to enhance their mind and body; which was why some believed Marka Ragnos lived as long as he did. The effect of the drug is of course only a rumor, and for security purposes it is locked away.

Scions of Ragnos answer only to the Maleficarum, as well as the Anguis and Tigrist of Ragnos.

===Progeny of Ragnos===

A Progeny is something of a stepping stone towards a greater power. With the attainment of this title, and the approval of the Anguis and Tigrist, the member will be invited to a ceremony where they will be presented with a signet ring with the Disciples of Ragnos emblem inscribed onto it.

The Progeny is an important asset to the Council and will be valued over all mere Disciples. They are tested constantly by the Anguis and Tigrist both physically and mentally. The Maleficarum pays close attention to their education, hoping that one may show the foresight and endurance needed to become a Scion.

If the Progeny undergoes the trial and their body shows the necessary changes that mark a Scion of Ragnos, then that title will be granted to them. If not, and the Progeny didn’t die, then the testing will resume until they are proclaimed a descendant of Lord Ragnos or until their lifeless corpse is buried.

==The Structure of the Disciples==

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The lowest rank of the Disciples are known as the ''Solifugae'', or 'those who flee from the Sun'; they are
expected to carry out the will of the higher ranks of the Disciples. It is worth noting that the rank or
position that a member holds in the Dark Brotherhood is irrelevant and unconnected to their rank in the
Disciples; the ancient leaders of the Disciples adhere to traditions much older than those of the Brotherhood,
so a Journeyman may outrank an Equite in the Disciples.

If a member of the ''Solifugae'' applies themself to their duties with diligence and dedication, they may be
chosen to ascend to the ranks of the ''Noctosalutae'', or 'those who hail the night'. This grants them greater
responsibility and authority within the ranks of the Disciples, although they are still considered greatly inferior
to the Progenies, Scions and Council of the Disciples.

==Possessions System==

[[File:HMRBloodstone2.png|70px|left]]The possessions system offers tangible rewards for progression in the Disciples program; by obtaining new ranks in the Disciples, members can choose from a small selection of 'loot' (including weapons) that can be displayed on their Wiki page and be used in their own writing. These weapons are obtained by earning bloodstones and using them as a currency. The possessions will be categorized in levels, starting from level one being the general everyday items up to the elite items in level five. All members will be eligible to earn items from all levels, but the cost of the higher level items will take much time, effort, and activity to attain. (Currently since this is almost out of the final stages, the weapons aren't ranked)

===Level 1===

Shirt - '''Dremora Stole''' – 100 Bloodstones

This stole is stitched with fine gold bullion in intricate weave with the crest of Marka Ragnos displayed prominently on each end of the stole’s fine silk, making the wearer as a righteous crusader of the Ragnosian legacy.

Shield - '''Shield of the Defender''' – 150 Bloodstones

A medium sized shield that covers from the neck to the waist, it has the Marka Ragnos' symbol emblazoned on the front. Having a shiny, seemingly polished appearance the shield seems to reflect the action that goes on in front of it in a glassy and mirror-like image. In addition to its already significant weight, the shield houses a metal spike that can protrude from the middle if the bearer turns the handle sharply to the left, with turning it back to the right retracts the weapon. Given its size, the shield can fit seamlessly along the arm with its efficient and ergonomic design, making it as effective in stabbing or slamming an opponent with it one minute and deflecting incoming attacks the next.

Scythe- '''Nightbringer''' – 175 Bloodstones

Not a traditional scythe, the ‘Nightbringer’ has a long shaft and a large blade that curves back slightly to allow greater damage when slashing an enemy. The shaft is created from bones taken from those condemned to death by the Disciples- the bones are treated with a bizarre alchemical process that renders them as hard as durasteel and fused together into the shaft of the weapon. At the bottom of the duranium blade, a glistening red ruby in the shape of the symbol of Marka Ragnos is embedded, glaring with a baleful light as it seeks to steal the light from the enemies of the weapon’s wielder.

Sword - '''The Sword of the Disciple''' – 175 Bloodstones

The Sword of the Disciple is a simple ancient weapon. A simple black handgrip and hand guard. At the end of the handgrip is a small inset of stones to show the three orders, one blue, one red and one pink. The Red stone is the biggest. The blade itself is a simple blade with Ragnos inscribed in the blade in Aurbresh.

Dagger - '''Swordbreaker''' – 200 Bloodstones

The Swordbreaker is a very sturdy dagger that has slots on one side much like the teeth of a comb. Wielded in a fighters off hand, the teeth of the dagger catch an opponent’s sword and hold it fast, allowing a variety of follow up techniques including breaking the sword’s blade.

Blaster - '''Cloaked''' – 200 Bloodstones

This is really a modified blaster, extremely expensive yet worth its weight if you mange to use it correctly. Just slightly bigger then a hand blaster, this handy device has a scope on the top, but also has a rapid fire trigger reaction where when the trigger is pulled to full back it will fire out a total of 30 shots right after the other. The function itself has to be used wisely as the blaster, when fully charged fires a total of about 300 to 350 shots, depending on the make. Like most this weapon has the function to be set either on low or high blaster shots; however it also has a stunning option. The function that really makes this weapon worth its weight is the mini cloaking device built into the side of the blaster. When this button is pressed the blaster will emit a cloaking device just big enough for the gunman. The cloak will last only 15 seconds at a time due to the small generator on the gun but can be used to either sneak up on your opponent or even to get out of a sticky situation. This function has its limits. The 15 second burst requires another 40 seconds to recharge the device, so tactical moves are always required when using this blaster. Also some reports have been given that when used, especially 5 times in a row, the drainage on the weapon takes out what is left of the fire power so it is recommend to have a back up blaster. The company who makes this blaster recommends the ‘side kick,’ a companion device to this.

Blaster - '''Side Kick''' – 175 Bloodstones

This handy blaster is slightly smaller than a regular size blaster but fits well into pretty much any holster. It isn’t as modified as some out there, making it strictly used for back up purposes rather than for full on assault. Like most it has a small scope, though it is built into the gun allowing it to stabilize the gunman’s shots, this is pretty much the main advantage to this weapon. It fires about 200 shots at a time, but does not have any stun functions. It can however be leveled to either low or high blaster range.

===Level 2===

Sword- '''Obsidia''' – 350 Bloodstones

The jet-black blade of this sword seems to writhe before your very eyes due to the tortured souls destroyed by Marka Ragnos and imprisoned in the weapon by the complex rituals of the Scions of Ragnos. Every swing is charged with the distant sound of bloodcurdling screams as the edge of the blade rips through the air. The hand-and-a-half long hilt and the cross guard are made from the finest-quality duranium, colored using some arcane process and shaped into a bone-like style.

Blaster Pistol - '''Deathshard''' – 350 Bloodstones

The Deathshard blaster pistol has been created and designed as a smaller, single-handed version of the Deathbolt, but it packs the same kind of punch as a DL-44 heavy blaster pistol, giving it great stopping power.

Dagger- '''Demak''' – 325 Bloodstones

The intricate shape of this blade is designed for both stabbing and slashing, the obsidian blade sharpened on both sides. The blade is consecrated by the Scions with a dark ritual; the blade is used on a condemned criminal who kneels before the Scion. The tip of the weapon is then thrust swiftly down through the criminal’s shoulder and into their heart, killing them instantly. When the blade is withdrawn, dripping with gore, it is not cleaned- the blood is offered up as an offering to Marka Ragnos, empowering the blade with his dark will.

Arm Band - '''Golden Trust''' 400 Bloodstones

[[File:Band.jpg|100px|left]]More for protection then a weapon really, this piece of gold platinum is encased in force alchemy. It tends to be more favored by the higher noble Dark Jedi women then the men due to its design. This multi layered arm band has an inner layer of platinum which was reinforced by Sith spells to add strength to the piece as well as the wearer. This layer is surrounded by a thinner layer of yellow gold, its power adding purity to the first. The second layer is much thicker platinum. This layer is interesting as it has carved into the metal various alchemy spell symbols each one slightly different to the wearer though all contain the symbols of strength, protection, as well as enhancement. Others have been known to be used to help find love on the battle field or even knowledge to help plan out battles as well as quickened thought reflexes in reactions. The last layer is a layer of white gold. It moves around the other layers like a snake, covering the most valued of the symbols, adding protection to the spells. The arm band itself curls around the wrist and moves up to about mid forearm. The wrist piece not quiet becoming a circle as it moves around the arm. In the middle of the forearm it flattens out slightly purely for the added benefit of covering the artery in the arm.

===Level 3===

Gauntlet - '''Gauntlets of the Chosen''' – 600 Bloodstones

These ancient gloves are designed with an extended cuff to cover part of the forearm. Since the hands and arms are particularly vulnerable in hand to hand combat, gauntlets are an important piece of armor. The gauntlet is a fully-articulated plate armor formed from the rib cages of those condemned by the Disciples of Ragnos and pulse dark power. When worn, this dark side tainted item, can increase the wearer’s raw physical power.

Helm - '''Helm of Exposition''' – 600 Bloodstones

The helm is a combat war helmet that was popular during the Golden Age of the Sith. Metal strips form the framework that connects to steel plates curving with the head and culminating into two long horn-like points. The helm amplifies the wearer’s ability to wield the force and strengthens any Disciple of Ragnos weapon they are currently using. It also has the ability to cause atmospheric disturbances within a radius of six kilometers.

Sword - '''Ferrum Pugnae''' – 750 Bloodstones

A large, two-handed sword, Ferrum pugna (translated to sword of conflict) is typically found in the hands of an Obelisk Trooper, but is known to be used by some stronger members of the Krath and Sith. A unique weapon, the middle of the blade hides a small amount of mercury that, whenever the blade is held up in a ready position, the mercury quickly fills a bulb in the haft. However, when the weapon is used to attack an opponent, the mercury flows into the channel in the blade which allows for a stronger strike. This heavier blade comes with a cost, as the weapon is more massive than most and the mercury can sometimes take an inexperienced user by suprise. While the majority of the blades go unaltered and sit in the armory until needed, some more dedicated wielders have been known to create and customize their own should they have the materials and time. Even the most generic blade is finely crafted with painstaking detail to ensure that the weapon meets the exacting standards needed to ensure the weapon functions properly. This, combined with the thorough sharpening, make this blade more likely to penetrate deeply into the opponent's body ensuring maximum damage.

Hammer – '''Ragnosian Hammer of Doom''' – 700 Bloodstones

[[File:HammerD.jpg|70px|left]]A basic bludgeoning weapon fitted with a small gravity generator

===Level 4===

Battle Axe - '''Ximeno Battle-Axe''' – 1000 Bloodstones

Larger then a regular utility axe at about 1.5 meters, the Ximeno battle-axe is designed to be wielded with two hands. While larger, it weighs considerably less to be much quicker in combat. It is designed to cut the extremities of one’s enemy with a narrow slicing blade that facilitates deep and grievous wounds. The handle is made of bone infused with metal making it virtually impossible for an enemy to cut through. Former Overlord Ximeno’s weapon of choice was the battle-axe and this item is in honor of him.

Staff- '''Osseous''' – 900 Bloodstones

The small, forked points at both ends of this staff resemble the design that adorned the Scepter of Ragnos, but the use and purpose of this staff is much more prosaic; while the bones used in its construction were ripped from the living flesh of those condemned by the Disciples then invested with arcane energy that caused them to knit together into this staff, the weapon itself has no special powers beyond inspiring revulsion and disgust in the minds of those it is wielded against. The snake pattern that spirals up and around the staff, burnt into the bones themselves, is symbolic of the betrayal that is part of every Dark Jedi’s existence.

Blaster Rifle - '''Deathbolt 09-K''' – 950 Bloodstones

The stock of the Deathbolt blaster carbine is made from a curious hybrid of rock and bone; the trigger has the smooth texture of polished bone while what look like spinal columns trace down the sides of the weapon. While the weapon is shorter-ranged than a normal blaster rifle, it can spit forth a blazing hail of devastating fire similar to that of the DXR6 Carbine, the output boosted by the oversized, ancient-looking power pack that the weapon boasts.

===Level 5===

Scepter - '''Imperious Scepter''' – 1500 Bloodstones

A metallic scepter that forked into two spikes at the tip and has the ability to store large amounts of force energy depending on the owner’s mastery of the dark powers. It can fire beams of energy or simply unleash a blast of energy upon hard impact with the ground. Inside the handle is a hidden compartment that can hold one’s lightsaber.

Dagger - '''Hidden Secrets''' – 1750 Bloodstones

The outward appearance of this deadly weapon gives it nothing more than a hand dagger, a last ditch attempt to win a fight, however it is much more than this. The handle has a twisted black and silver look to it, the curves making it easy to hold, molding to the fingers that clasp around it. At the top, two silver guards sick out to either side, providing the added grip incase the dagger should slip from the hand. Inside the handle is what is key. The back of the handle lifts up allowing a vial of poison to be inserted. The black obsidian blade of the dagger absorbs the poison radiating out through the stone. When the victim is cut by the weapon they are affected immediately. Depending on the poison inserted into the handle the effect could be within seconds or longer. However this also poses a problem to the wielder if incase during cleaning, or even the heat of battle, the one doing so may be cut. To fix this issue the bottom of the handle holds a syringe. When the guards of the handle are pulled down simultaneously the syringe will slide out. The wielder must then jab their leg or arm with the syringe, this will insert the antidote to the poison allowing the holder to continue fighting.

(Images for these are all forthcoming.)

==Behind the Scenes==

===Disclaimer===

The '''Disciples of Ragnos''' holds no official titles within the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] or [[Clan Naga Sadow]]. It is purely a fictional device to reward members for their activity and dedication in [[House Marka Ragnos]], and to promote character development for every member of the [[House]]. This article itself is being developed by members and is to be an amalgam of their work.

===Vision Statement===

====House Champion====

Just before the end of each month, the House Summit will get together with the Battleteam Leaders and select the most active member to become House Champion for that month; candidates are based on activity, participation in competitions on a BT/House/Clan/DB scale, and general House involvement. The House Champion becomes the Cultus Ordinem for the next both; fictionally he or she gains access to the untold knowledge stored in the Dark Library, while non-fictionally this person is allowed to House Summit meetings to bring his or her ideas to the House. Also, as an optional choice, the Cultus can insert a mini-report into Quaestor's weekly reports to inform the House of any ideas/project/thoughts; this allows the Cultus to get a feel of writing reports for a future leadership position within the Dark Jedi Brotherhood.

'''Roster 2009'''

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|'''August'''
|[TBA]
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|'''September'''
|[TBA]
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|'''October'''
|[TBA]
|-
|'''November'''
|[TBA]
|-
|'''December'''
|[TBA]
|-
|}

Past House Champions:

*[[Zaxen Dauketrenal]] (March 2008)
*[[Vorion]] (April 2008)
*[[Zaroth]] (May 2008)
*[[Nassin Zye]] (June 2008)
*[[Mal'ari'carun]] (July 2008)

====Noctosalutae, Progenies and Scions====

This is basic rank system to reward House-related accomplishments. If a member has completed some of the requirements
for a certain Disciples rank while completing the requirements for a promotion to the next Brotherhood rank,
they may contact the Aedile, Quaestor and Rollmaster to obtain their next rank in the Disciples system.

'''Noctosalutae Requirements'''

*Rank of Novice or above
*Completion of one (1) page of fiction describing their time as one of the ''Solifugae'' (Ariel, font size 12)
*Final approval by [[Quaestor]]

'''Progeny Requirements'''

*Must be one of the ''Noctosalutae''
*Rank of [[Protector]] or above
*One [[Dark Maven]]
*SA Core Exam (Sith, Krath or Obelisk depending on Order)
*Completion of two (2) pages of fiction describing their time as one of the ''Noctosalutae'' (Ariel, font size 12)
*Final approval by [[Quaestor]]

'''Scion Requirements'''

*Must be a Progeny
*Rank of [[Dark Jedi Knight]] or above
*Participated in [[Vendetta]] (GJW, Clan Feud, ect)
*At least a minimum of five (5) [[Seals]] earned
*Three (3) pages of fiction describing their time as a Progeny and the process of becoming a Scion (Ariel, font size 12)
*One (1) [[Merit Medal]] of [[Dark Cross]] or above for House-related accomplishments
*Final approval by [[Quaestor]]

====Role Playing====

This is the most fictional part of the '''Disciples of Ragnos''' and is heavily involved with character development. Role playing allows members to expand and explore their characters in [[House]] canon through writing, anything from one page to ten pages depending on the person. The idea here is to just to [[Role Play]] and explore
their character's development and time as one of the Disciples of Ragnos.

==Solifugae to Scion (House Summit Guideline)==

The [[Quaestor]] and [[Aedile]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]] should pay attention to the following criteria. You both serve a fictional role in the '''Disciples of Ragnos''' and thus the development of a members status in this fictional structure is your responsibility.

For a Disciple to advance all the way to Scion then spelling, grammar and realism need to be taken into consideration; also along with continuity for [[ACC]] and [[Run-On|Run-On's]]. Spelling and grammar may not be essential until a member reaches a certain status; remember not everyone is a writer and to promote character development through House canon is your main objective. Below are some suggested requirements on what to look for.

===''Solifugae'' Requirements===
* Realism

===''Noctosalutae'' Requirements===
* Basic spelling and grammar
* Realism
* Character Development

===Progeny Requirements===
* Good spelling and grammar
* Realism
* Continuity ([[ACC]]/[[Run-On]])
* Character Development

===Scion Requirements===
* Exceptional spelling and grammar
* Realism
* Continuity ([[ACC]]/[[Run-On]])
* Character Development

==IRC Role Play==

[[House Marka Ragnos]] has its own channel for members to act (I)n (C)haracter and explore [[House]] canon in a "Real Time" atmosphere. The channel is #Disciples_of_Ragnos. Once you step into the channel you are stepping into a in character enviroment.

==About==

The '''Disciples of Ragnos''' was originally conceived by [[Ashura Isradia]] (based on [[House]] history) during his term as [[Quaestor]] of [[House Marka Ragnos]], in an attempt to meet some of the expectations placed on him as House Leader. House Champion/Cultus Ordinem allows a member to try out short-term projects (which means projects that dont take long to set up) and to voice his/her ideas (along with any members ideas who would rather go through them instead of coming directly to the House Summit) Progeny allows a members personal accomplishments to be displayed, allowing a member to grow as an individual and rewarding that by letting them have a fictional impact within House canon. The position of Scion also allows a members House-related accomplishments to be displayed, superceding their accomplishments as a Progeny.

The idea of the Disciples of Ragnos is to give members an interesting avenue by which to develop their characters, and to suggest a direction in which members can focus their efforts in order to obtain Brotherhood promotions.

===Contributors===

The following people have contributed to the creation of the Disciples of Ragnos by either providing input, feedback, ideas, names and written material. Their part in the creation of this project should not be forgotten. See the trivia section for a complete listing.

*'''Ashura Isradia'''
*'''Raven'''
*'''Tsainetomo Keibatsu'''
*'''Vladek'''
*'''Jades "Imperial" Atema'''
*'''Faeril Munlear'''
*'''Alexander Anderson'''
*'''Vorion'''
*'''Zaxen Dauketrenal'''
*'''Zaroth Kalikrayye'''
*'''Nero Pennant'''
*'''Teu'''
*'''Tritherus'''
*'''Manji Keibatsu Sadow'''
*'''Wookieepedia'''

==Trivia==

* The '''Disciples of Ragnos''' should not be confused with the [[starwars:Sith cult|Sith cult]] of the same name that was led by [[starwars:Tavion Axmis|Tavion Axmis]].
* The '''Disciples of Ragnos''' have a Krath theme to them, but this is because [[House Marka Ragnos]] historically is a [[Krath]] [[House]]. Do not feel you need to change your [[Order]] to reflect this.

In the previous incarnation of the Disciples of Ragnos:

* The '''Dark Primus''' name was created by [[Zaxen Dauketrenal]], while the description of the position was written by '''Vorion'''.
* The '''Dark Patriarch/Matriarch''' name was created by [[Zaxen Dauketrenal]], while the description of the position was written by '''Vorion'''.
* The '''Hand of Ragnos''' name was created by [[Ashura Isradia]], while the description of the position was written by '''Vorion'''.
* The '''Dark Chronicler''' name was created by [[Sai Na'Ashar Keibatsu]] who also wrote the description of the position.
* The '''Sword of Ragnos''' name was created by [[Zaxen Dauketrenal]], while the description of the position was written by '''Vorion'''.
* The '''Dark Scholar''' name was created by [[Ashura Isradia]], while the description of the position was written by '''Vorion'''.
* The '''Dark Librarian''' position was pre-established in House history and revamped for use in the '''Disciples of Ragnos'''. The description was written by [[Alaric]].
* The '''Scion of Ragnos''' position was pre-established in House history and revamped for use in the '''Disciples of Ragnos'''. The description was written by [[Ashura Isradia]]. The '''Progency of Ragnos''' name was created by [[Zaroth]] after the idea of establishing a lesser position. The description of these positions is a combined effort from [[Ashura Isradia]] and [[Zaroth]].
* The names for the three Castes were created by [[Vorion]], [[Zaxen Dauketrenal]], [[Zaroth]], '''Teu''' and '''Tritherus'''. The descriptions were written by [[Zaxen Dauketrenal]], [[Vorion]] and [[Ashura Isradia]].
* The Scion and Progeny requirements were inspired by the [[Marked of the Wanderer]] article; full credit goes to [[Trevarus Caerick]].
* The '''Mission Statement''' was written by [[Ashura Isradia]] to clarify the need and purpose of the Disciples after receiving feedback from various members.
*Through a competiton run by [[Robert Sadow]], [[Bal Demona]], [[Imperial|Jade Sadow]], [[Severus L'eonheart]], and [[Teu Pepoi]] created the majority of the weapons on the possession system. [[Manji Keibatsu Sadow]] created the original weapons that were on the wiki before the others were added.
*The possession system for the Disciples of Ragnos will dissolve more than likely once the DB wide possession is put into place.

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[[Category: Clan Naga Sadow]]

File:GuberMansion.jpg

2009-12-01T04:28:42Z

Bal Demona: Top-down view of the Markosian City Gubernational Mansion

Top-down view of the Markosian City Gubernational Mansion

Bal Demona

2009-11-06T02:02:00Z

Bal Demona:

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|name=Bal Demona
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|birth=[[0 BBY to 9 ABY|8 ABY]]
|species=[[starwars:Human|Human]]
|gender=Male
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|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|saber=Red
|form=[[Shii-Cho]], [[Soresu]]
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|era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=[[Clan Naga Sadow]]
|ship=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}

== Character History ==

''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next [[starwars:Galactic Credit Standard|credit]] was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|left|175px|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shadda]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occassions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling [[starwars:Blaster|blasters]] and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] that would help him survive. Unfortunatley, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to surive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the [[starwars:Smuggler|Smuggler's]] Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuiscance. He scratched up enough [[starwars:Currency|money]] to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named [[Octavia Morgan Kuga|Octavia]].

[[image:Octavia.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====

''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentiveley a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was avaliable for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====

The [[starwars:The Force|Force]]-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to [[Antei]] and the [[Shadow Academy]]. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

[[image:ArmorySaberRed.gif|thumb|left|100px|Bal's Lightsaber]]

=== [[Dark Brotherhood|Dark Jedi Brotherhood]]: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the [[Obelisk]] ====
''"You know, you've hitten your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the Obelisk Order. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the [[Krath]] order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shadda had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====

His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of [[Braecen Kaeth]], who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the [[starwars:Dark side of the Force|Dark Side]]. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or miniscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shadda, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likeable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shadda when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===

''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his oppenent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his [[house]], his [[clan]] and his [[order]] his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Thoughts on the Force ===
''"What is the Force?"'' - [[Maol Nor Lexu]], Force Philosophy instructor

''"Sir, asking what the Force is is akin to asking what a life journey is...you will ask one million different people and recieve an equal amount of answers."'' - Bal Demona

Bal always viewed the Force as something that is to be studied rather used than used overtly often, however that didn't mean it was off-limits by any stretch of the imagination. The Force can be a tool, but he believed that the tool that the Force can be used for is more elaborate than any one man could hope to comprehend. Sure, there have been many [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] in the past that have accumulated a vast amount of knowledge, but there was never any doubt in Bal's mind that they had failed to obtain EVERY piece of knowledge about the energy field that the [[starwars:Jedi|Jedi]] can control. He was somewhat content with what he had discovered so far...but that didn't mean that Bal was not willing to learn more, nothing could be farther from the truth. Though he prefered knowledge that was applied knowledge rather than that was used for the sake of knowing. While things that are in the past of the Jedi are worth knowing for they tell of the present day, they are...according to his belief...few and far between.

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his [[lightsaber]], he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
[[House Exar Kun|Exar Kun]] [[Flight Leader]] for Squadron Two

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

== Trivia ==
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Naga Sadow]]

Bal Demona

2009-05-06T20:07:17Z

Bal Demona:

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{{Character
|type=Obelisk
|image=[[image:BalDemona.jpg|250px]]
|name=Bal Demona
|homeworld=Nar Shadda
|birth=8 ABY
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|hair=Dark Brown
|eyes=Brown
|height=1.8 meters
|weight=86.2 kilograms
|saber=Red
|form=Banlanth
|fightingstyle=Dulon, Broken Gate, Kartranin, Tu'rek
|era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=[[Clan Naga Sadow]]
|ship=
|dossier=[[dossier:10059|10059]]
}}

== Character History ==

''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next credit was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|left|175px|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shadda]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occassions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling blasters and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on Nar Shadda that would help him survive. Unfortunatley, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to surive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the Smuggler's Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuiscance. He scratched up enough money to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named Octavia.

[[image:Octavia.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====

''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentiveley a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was avaliable for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====

The Force-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to Antei and the Shadow Academy. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

[[image:ArmorySaberRed.gif|thumb|left|100px|Bal's Lightsaber]]

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hitten your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the Obelisk Order. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the Krath order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shadda had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====

His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of Braecen Kaeth, who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the Dark Side. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or miniscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shadda, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likeable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shadda when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===

''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his oppenent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his house, his clan and his order his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Thoughts on the Force ===
''"What is the Force?"'' - Maol Nor Lexu, Force Philosophy instructor

''"Sir, asking what the Force is is akin to asking what a life journey is...you will ask one million different people and recieve an equal amount of answers."'' - Bal Demona

Bal always viewed the Force as something that is to be studied rather used than used overtly often, however that didn't mean it was off-limits by any stretch of the imagination. The Force can be a tool, but he believed that the tool that the Force can be used for is more elaborate than any one man could hope to comprehend. Sure, there have been many Dark Jedi in the past that have accumulated a vast amount of knowledge, but there was never any doubt in Bal's mind that they had failed to obtain EVERY piece of knowledge about the energy field that the Jedi can control. He was somewhat content with what he had discovered so far...but that didn't mean that Bal was not willing to learn more, nothing could be farther from the truth. Though he prefered knowledge that was applied knowledge rather than that was used for the sake of knowing. While things that are in the past of the Jedi are worth knowing for they tell of the present day, they are...according to his belief...few and far between.

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his lightsaber, he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
Exar Kun Flight Leader for Squadron Two

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

== Trivia ==
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Naga Sadow]]

Bal Demona

2008-06-22T23:03:07Z

Bal Demona:

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== Character History ==

''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next credit was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[image:NarShadda.jpg|thumb|left|175px|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shadda]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occassions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling blasters and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on Nar Shadda that would help him survive. Unfortunatley, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to surive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the Smuggler's Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuiscance. He scratched up enough money to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named Octavia.

[[image:Octavia.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Bal's wife Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====

''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentiveley a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was avaliable for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====

The Force-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to Antei and the Shadow Academy. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

[[image:ArmorySaberRed.gif|thumb|left|100px|Bal's Lightsaber]]

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hitten your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the Obelisk Order. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the Krath order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shadda had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====

His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of Braecen Kaeth, who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the Dark Side. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or miniscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shadda, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likeable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shadda when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===

''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his oppenent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his house, his clan and his order his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Thoughts on the Force ===
''"What is the Force?"'' - Maol Nor Lexu, Force Philosophy instructor

''"Sir, asking what the Force is is akin to asking what a life journey is...you will ask one million different people and recieve an equal amount of answers."'' - Bal Demona

Bal always viewed the Force as something that is to be studied rather used than used overtly often, however that didn't mean it was off-limits by any stretch of the imagination. The Force can be a tool, but he believed that the tool that the Force can be used for is more elaborate than any one man could hope to comprehend. Sure, there have been many Dark Jedi in the past that have accumulated a vast amount of knowledge, but there was never any doubt in Bal's mind that they had failed to obtain EVERY piece of knowledge about the energy field that the Jedi can control. He was somewhat content with what he had discovered so far...but that didn't mean that Bal was not willing to learn more, nothing could be farther from the truth. Though he prefered knowledge that was applied knowledge rather than that was used for the sake of knowing. While things that are in the past of the Jedi are worth knowing for they tell of the present day, they are...according to his belief...few and far between.

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his lightsaber, he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
Exar Kun Flight Leader for Squadron Two

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

== Trivia ==
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Plagueis]]

Bal Demona

2008-06-22T18:34:46Z

Bal Demona:

{{construction}}

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== Character History ==

''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Starting from Scratch ===

==== Simple Beginnings ====
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next credit was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[image:NarShadda.jpg|thumb|left|175px|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shadda]]

==== The Walk Home... ====
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occassions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling blasters and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

==== Aftershock ====
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on Nar Shadda that would help him survive. Unfortunatley, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to surive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the Smuggler's Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuiscance. He scratched up enough money to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named Octavia.

[[image:Octavia.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Bal's wife Octavia]]

==== Octavia ====

''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentiveley a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was avaliable for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

==== Back to School ====

The Force-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to Antei and the Shadow Academy. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

[[image:ArmorySaberRed.gif|thumb|left|100px|Bal's Lightsaber]]

=== Dark Jedi Brotherhood: The Early Days ===

==== The Order of the Obelisk ====
''"You know, you've hitten your head enough in the past...why do it again?"'' - Octavia

''"Because I'm stubborn sweetheart...I figured you knew that already"'' - Bal

Despite his wife's objection, he ended finding himself drawn to the Obelisk Order. She had been right, a few too many knocks on the head back home had made her tend to worry, but he knew that she knew that he would be supported no matter what he chose. His wife had always been smarter than he, hence her choice to the Krath order. Must've been the guardian nature in him that possessed him to do what he did. His hard knocks on Nar Shadda had made him quite good at what he did in this order, making combat an almost second-nature to him with the Force making it more his nature than he thought.

==== Braecen ====

His progress through the Brotherhood had been steady, one marked by academic success for the most part...making him wonder if his wife was right, as was the case a great many times. His success had drawn the attention of Braecen Kaeth, who shortly became his teacher and guide along the way of the Dark Side. Not a large man in any respect, his focus and attentiveness to any detail...be it large or miniscule...gave him a great amount of knowledge and wisdom. A man of great power, Bal was sincerely honored to have been blessed with his master and, if he had his way, would not fail the man who was going to sacrifice much of his time to training somebody that seeks what he has attained. Bal had, honestly enough, been searching for a master for a while, planning ahead until the time came to where he would choose and/or be made an offer. Luckily, he found Braecen...a boon to be most assured.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shadda, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likeable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shadda when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===

''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his oppenent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his house, his clan and his order his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Thoughts on the Force ===

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his lightsaber, he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
Exar Kun Flight Leader for Squardron Two

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

== Trivia ==
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Plagueis]]

Bal Demona

2008-05-28T18:42:50Z

Bal Demona:

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== Character History ==

''"History is something that is never to be forgotten. The second we forget where we came from is the second that we forget where we are going, not to mention the path that was set before us in order to get there."''

=== Simple Beginnings ===
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next credit was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[image:NarShadda.jpg|thumb|left|175px|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shadda]]

=== The Walk Home... ===
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occassions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling blasters and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

=== Aftershock ===
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on Nar Shadda that would help him survive. Unfortunatley, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to surive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the Smuggler's Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuiscance. He scratched up enough money to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named Octavia.

[[image:Octavia.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Bal's wife Octavia]]

=== Octavia ===

''"Beauty is indeed in the eye of the beholder, but in Octavia's case...there is no denying that all who look upon her are awed by her beauty, her character and her intellect"''

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentiveley a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was avaliable for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

=== Back to School ===

The Force-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to Antei and the Shadow Academy. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

[[image:ArmorySaberRed.gif|thumb|left|100px|Bal's Lightsaber]]

=== Moving Up in the Brotherhood ===
Thanks to his dedication and fierce attacks on the study material that the Shadow Academy has to offer, Bal found himself moving up quickly through the Brotherhood's ranks. Recently obtaining his first Lightsaber, he wears it with pride wherever he goes as it's the first step on become a true master of the Dark Side of the Force.

== Personal Information ==

=== Physical Description ===
Not overly intimidating or large, Bal has a rather slim frame and is of a little above-average height. The scar that runs along the left side of his face was the result of a close scrape back on Nar Shadda, the guy who decided to try it didn't last long...the streets managed to teach Bal a few things. Not a heavily-muscled guy, he's well toned and his weight is evenly distributed amongst his entire body. Relaxed a lot, he doesn't seem to get too upset about much of anything outside of a few select items. As such, he doesn't talk a whole lot but is quite likeable when he does. Very fit and able to run for an extended period of time is the product of evading the law on Nar Shadda when he was younger. His hair is generally neat but laid back to match his mannerisms and his eyes are his most intimidating feature, many a man has been unnerved by his soul-searching gaze. In battle, his mindset changes to that of cool fire, his body tensed slightly to move in whatever fashion that is required to defeat his enemy.

=== Attire ===
Hot blooded by nature, he prefers loose fitting clothing that is made from lighter materials instead of heavier ones. The loose fitting style makes it easier to move about when fighting and/or any mid-combat athletics. His color choice usually revolves around neutral colors and simple designs, mostly dark colors are his preference. When working out, he usually sheds his usual clothes for more workout-oriented clothing instead of his usual wardrobe choices...usually something that's a little tighter to keep him from getting caught up in them.

=== Personality ===

''"I was once asked by somebody to describe their personality...I told them to look in a mirror, reflect on the past, open their eyes to the present and think about their plans for the future as that is all the personality that one could hope for..."''

An easygoing guy, he's more laid back than some of the people he's known throughout his life. More calm than one would expect from somebody who's supposed to let emotion fuel his ability in combat, he exhibits more Jedi-like self-control until necessary, which usually means his oppenent is on the ropes or he needs to in order to even the odds. Even then, it's a very controlled display of emotion...he's not one to let his emotions run rampant. There are, however, a few things that will plunge him into an uncontrolled rage...try and harm his wife Octavia and you'll see just how upset he can really get.

He has never accepted the notion that looking out for yourself at the expense of others is the right thing to do and he has also never accepted that one should not help somebody who needs it. While he might not go out way out of his way to help somebody, he will help those who need it. His loyalty to his house, his clan and his order his undeniable and second only to his loyalty to Octavia. He is an honorable sort and won't cheat even if the odds are stacked against him...if he's going to go down, he's not going to cheat to win...he's going to acknowledge that he was beaten by the superior foe.

=== Hobbies and Time-Killers ===
Bal enjoys reading all sorts of things, but mainly history texts as he is a believer that the past can dictate the future. He enjoys academics, a sharp contrast to the idea that he's in the Order of the Obelisk. He was too quiet to be much of a great leader and it wasn't in his nature to be more of an academic. He likes to stay in shape, it clears out his mind and helps him to think better when he's out and running. Now that he's got his lightsaber, he likes to get used to how it feels in his hand and getting used to the gyroscopic effects that come along with it.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Plagueis]]
[[Category:Images-Characters]]

Bal Demona

2008-05-28T01:21:00Z

Bal Demona:

Bal Demona

2008-05-27T21:59:43Z

Bal Demona:

Bal Demona

2008-05-27T19:42:04Z

Bal Demona:

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== Character History ==
=== Simple Beginnings ===
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next credit was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[image:NarShadda.jpg|thumb|left|175px|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shadda]]

=== The Walk Home... ===
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occassions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling blasters and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

=== Aftershock ===
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on Nar Shadda that would help him survive. Unfortunatley, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to surive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the Smuggler's Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuiscance. He scratched up enough money to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named Octavia.

[[image:Octavia.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Bal's wife Octavia]]

=== Octavia ===

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentiveley a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was avaliable for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

=== Back to School ===

The Force-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to Antei and the Shadow Academy. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
List positions that are important.

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

== Trivia ==
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Plagueis]]
[[Category:Images-Characters]]

File:Octavia.jpg

2008-05-27T19:40:07Z

Bal Demona: Bal's wife Octavia

Bal's wife Octavia

Bal Demona

2008-05-27T02:46:08Z

Bal Demona:

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== Character History ==
=== Simple Beginnings ===
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next credit was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

[[image:NarShadda.jpg|thumb|left|175px|Bal's Homeworld of Nar Shadda]]

=== The Walk Home... ===
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occassions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling blasters and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

=== Aftershock ===
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on Nar Shadda that would help him survive. Unfortunatley, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to surive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the Smuggler's Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuiscance. He scratched up enough money to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named Octavia.

=== Octavia ===

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentiveley a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was avaliable for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

=== Back to School ===

The Force-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to Antei and the Shadow Academy. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
List positions that are important.

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

== Trivia ==
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Plagueis]]
[[Category:Images-Characters]]

Bal Demona

2008-05-27T02:34:54Z

Bal Demona:

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== Character History ==
=== Simple Beginnings ===
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next credit was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

=== The Walk Home... ===
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occassions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling blasters and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

=== Aftershock ===
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on Nar Shadda that would help him survive. Unfortunatley, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to surive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the Smuggler's Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuiscance. He scratched up enough money to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named Octavia.

=== Octavia ===

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentiveley a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was avaliable for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

=== Back to School ===

The Force-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to Antei and the Shadow Academy. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
List positions that are important.

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

== Trivia ==
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Plagueis]]
[[Category:Images-Characters]]

Bal Demona

2008-05-27T02:33:24Z

Bal Demona:

Bal Demona

2008-05-27T00:51:47Z

Bal Demona:

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== Character History ==
=== Simple Beginnings ===
Raised by Voren and Talia Demona, they were very good parents who taught him a sense of honor and respect for those around him. A natural student, he did well in school and had no difficulty making friends with others his age or around his own age. A bit of a rowdy sort at times, he liked to roughhouse with his buddies from school and generally get into trouble as most younger kids do. Well liked by his teachers and by many parents of his friends, he generally had no trouble getting through life without somebody giving him some sort of advice.
Overall, he had a great life...he and his parents didn't live well, but they made enough for them to take some time off if they wanted to and not worry about where the next credit was gonna come from, lots of friends and a loving family. However, that happy and blissfully ignorant childhood was destined to come crashing down around him....

=== The Walk Home... ===
On the way home from a friends house after school, he was supposed to meet up at the place of his father's employment to go out to dinner with he, his dad and his mom. After getting done eating, dad said that he had some great news...he had gotten promoted at work, and that was a big deal for him because he believed that hard work will get you places if you want it bad enough. The walk home was a happy one, everybody laughing and talking and generally having a good time.
They had felt so happy that they took the long walk home, something that was only done on the occassions where the family wanted to spend just time together...his dad often brought work home with him. It eventually started to get darker, they must've taken a lot longer than they had originally planned because they should have been home by then. Their joyful evening came to a screeching halt not far from the home when they were attacked by two muggers. Pulling blasters and pointing them at his father, they demanded all that he had. His father, a noble man and no coward, saw the reason behind giving them all they wanted, he didn't want his family to get hurt at all. Even after the sacrifices of his father, they were to no avail and his two parents were killed on the spot. The two had their blasters leveled at him as well, but it was to his own luck that a few others had taken the same route home because the muggers heard them and fled back into the night.

=== Aftershock ===
After the killing of his family, he had nobody left on Nar Shadda that would help him survive. Unfortunatley, at the age of seven, he was forced onto the street when their landlord kicked him out of his parent's home, saying that, since there was no steady income, he couldn't allow him to stay. Quickly, his blissful ignorance turned into an overly aware sense of just how harsh life can be at times. Even though he retained some of the qualities that his parents had instilled in him, some quickly went by the wayside in order to surive the hard and sometimes deadly streets of the Smuggler's Moon. He grew up quickly, finally finding just what you have to do in order to keep alive amongst thieves, muggers and murderers. He had to resort to stealing, petty theft and even breaking and entering...but he would never allow himself to carry a weapon. His honor, while still there, had shrunk a little...but his memory of what happened the night he was walking home never faded.
Eventually, he managed to dig up a terrible job at a secondhand parts store. His boss, a very paranoid man, was constantly threatening to fire him because he though that he had stolen things. Luckily, he wasn't around very much to be a nuiscance. He scratched up enough money to get his own place...dirty and small, but it was an improvement over the street. It was in this apartment complex that he met the future Mrs. Demona...a beautiful woman named Octavia.

=== Octavia ===

Ah yes, Octavia, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. While he knew of her, he had never really seen her before. Perhaps by coincidence, she had just taken her own apartment not too far away from his own. Finally mustering up some courage, he spent a lot of money on some very nice flowers for her and walked to her apartment. Knocking on the door tentiveley a few times, Octavia answered the door with a questioning look. He remembered the first words out of her mouth..."Who are you?" he had always gotten a chuckle out of that. But, he offered her the flowers and shyly asked if she was avaliable for a date some time. She had said yes and eventually their relationship blossomed into full-blown love. Getting married eventually, it was the happiest moment of his life...she didn't mind being called Mrs. Demona either.

=== Back to School ===

The Force-Strong Ocatvia had noticed the Force-Sensitivity in Bal in passing...even before they started dating. She always told him that she could feel his presence when they were both in the building. She started to teach him what little she knew about their mutual talent and, along with some experimentation, they managed to get some of the basics down themselves. However, as is with most every prodigy, they sought to refine their skills and learn some new ones. Doing a little research here and there, they eventually stumbled upon a lost item about a school that might be able to foster their talents. With a lot of effort, and not to mention and generous credit donation, they managed to catch a transport to Antei and the Shadow Academy. From the day that looked at it, they knew it was going to be an interesting experience.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
List positions that are important.

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Anything you're proud of.

== Trivia ==
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Plagueis]]

Bal Demona

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Bal Demona

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Bal Demona

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