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Keepers of the Night

2008-04-02T16:38:57Z

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|leader= None
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{{quote|Dominus Nox|The Keeper's motto}}

The Keepers of the Night was a [[Battle Team]] within [[House Gladius]], which had been closed, then reopened, and now is closed again.

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[[Image:kotn001.gif|left|125 px]]As though an apparition, the figure stood before you, enshrouded in the robes of a powerful Grand Master. His was a face of mystery.

His robes were very dark, black as the misty darkness that surrounded him. The pristine gold bands scintillated from the faint light of the stars, his eyes glowed with a subtle, patient stare.

He stared as though looking right through your soul. His focus was powerful, his dark influence overwhelming. For the first time, you had at last achieved clarity. It was truly deadly, dark, and deep. It held a special significance as though recalled from a nightmare and now relived here. Familiar, yet so strangely new. The cacophony of your soul laid to rest by the euphonious darkness. All at once, you had succumbed to the awesome labyrinth of the dark side.

It was then that you realized your destiny with the Keepers of the Night. And so, you entered…

==Initiation==

Initiation into the phyle is a test of will. One not only needs to be aware of the code of the Dark Jedi but also live by it. Each initiation test is different for each member. Should your test be to kill one you’ve know your whole life then that will be your test. Perhaps you’ll have to face the current Tetrarch to prove yourself worthy to become a Keeper. Perhaps spending a night in the closet will be your test. Only the Tetrarch knows.

== History ==

The Wizards of the Crypt was born out of hatred and jealousy. It’s members came together to oppose the powerful Mystics of the Black Arts. The Gladius phyle had dominated the house since it was first created. Each Tetrarch sought only the most active members and shunned the rest. It was those who were shunned that held resentment for the phyle. They banned together and formed the Wizards of the Crypt.

At first the phyle seemed to be something to contend with. They were all highly active and dedicated on dethroning the Mystics. They pushed the image of being a more laid back phyle while still being top notch. This drew many new members while the Mystics stayed shut off from the others. However, their glory was not lived for very long.

With the decline of the house and various leadership changes the Wizards fell into the pit of inactivity. The current Tetrarch tried to fight against this new enemy but in time inactivity took over. Eventually the phyle was closed and all members removed. Most had left Gladius by then in pursuit of personal growth.

The house was soon torn apart when the announcement of the split came upon all ears. Discord came to even the Mystics who had also fell into decline. These were dark times for all in Gladius. Yet out of the ashes came a new light dedicated to bringing back activity and competition to the house. Telona Murrage, who had once shut down the Wizards, now came forth along with two others to reopen the phyle.

Determined to take the Wizards to new heights they set to work with the blessings of the current Quaestor of Gladius. They reformed the phyle and brought new membership into it. The new membership held the same drive and determination that its leaders showed and together they renamed themselves The Keepers of the Night. The once Mystic and the Quaestor who had shut down the phyle now held rein over the group.

The phyle has grown and wained over the years. Many have come to lead it since it was brought back from the ashes. It is used now whenever there is a need for a place for the strong to come together. Currently the phyle is closed. Will you be strong enough to bring it back?

==Headquarters==
===The Meeting Room===

The room is a giant rectangle with a rectangular table to boot. The table is a smooth reflective stone surrounded by chairs of soft red leather. There are lights hanging from the ceiling which floods the room with light. Not enough to be harsh but just enough to make everything clearly visible. At each station of the table is a monitor incased in the stone. The screens are touch screens where any member can access the Brotherhood’s archives or use information of their own. A holographic projector sits in the middle of the table.

===The Library===

[[Image:kotn002.jpg|right|200 px]]Upon a flat slab of stone along a cold hallway is a spot where only Keepers know. They trace an arch along this spot with their fingers and the stone revels stairs that spiral upwards. After a short climb they reach the top and are at the entryway to the library. There sitting at a large desk is a member who is currently assigned to guard the library.

The library is massive. Walls of books lined the outer walls while other shelves stand in the middle giving it a maze like feel. In the center are some of the phyle’s most valued books. These sit on marble podiums and are chained with gold chains. The ceiling is magnificent. It is made of glass that in the night allows beautiful moonlight and starlight to filter down into the library giving everything a sacred look.

===The Closet===

Just as the Mystics have a closet, so do the Keepers. It is actually an old torture chamber situated beyond the meeting room. The Keepers call this their closet because it is not much bigger than any other closet. Yet it has its own horrors within. The closet is the home to an unspeakable evil. One that is so evil that it only has one name and that name is The Queen of Nightmares. The Queen of Nightmares is made up of pure dark energy. Her body is in the shape of a very beautiful lady, most of the time, but it has no real shape or depth to her. Since her body is made of pure dark energy she can change forms at will. She resides within her place of death and torments the dreams those who are placed within the closet. Beware entering the closet for she will enjoy being your nightmare.

===The Common Room===

This room is situated next to the library. It contains many comfortable chairs to relax in and a small annex which members may duel each other or play games in. The current game is one the Tetrarch and a few other members enjoyed a long time ago. It involves a doll that looks just like the CON and several shock sticks. The goal of the game is to deal the most shocks to the CON doll. Anything goes in this crazy yet fun little game.

==The Tome of the Falin-Shar==

For their decisive help in solving several mysterious murders within the Brotherhood, the Keepers were rewarded the [[Tome of the Falin-Shar]]. This is a highly guarded book within the library. Only members of the Keepers and current leaders of the house can view this book.

==Phyle Leaders==

*[[Telona Murrage]]

*[[Dranik| Dranik Tarentae]]

*[[Windos]]

==Phyle Roster==

There are presently no members in this Battle Team.

[[Category: Battle Team]]
[[Category: Clan Tarentum]]
[[Category: Obsolete Data]]

Eighth Great Jedi War

2007-09-22T21:09:18Z

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{{eras|djb}}
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|next=Unknown
|name=The Yuuzhan Vong Incursion
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|conflict=Hours after the [[Second Darkness]] operation had concluded the Yuuzhan Vong lay siege to the [[Antei system]], forcing the [[Clan]]s to withdraw into the [[Shroud]].
|date=[[26 ABY to Present|27 ABY]]
|place=Brotherhood Territories
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*Nagto Mel
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*''No Peace''
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The '''Eighth Great Jedi War''' (also known as the '''Yuuzhan Vong Incursion''', the '''Fall of Antei''', the '''Seventh Great Jedi War''', or the '''Battle of Antei''') is a conflict that occurred in [[26 ABY to Present|27 ABY]]. Immediately after the [[Second Darkness]] military excercise had concluded the Yuuzhan Vong laid siege to the [[Antei system]] driving the Clans inside the [[Shroud]]. After one of the bloodiest battles in the [[Dark Brotherhood]]'s history the [[Dark Council]] was forced to abandon [[Antei]] with [[Grand Master]] [[Aristan Dantes]] initiating the [[Baraata Option]] and signalling a retreat.

==History==
Despite the success of Second Darkness the Dark Brotherhood was to discover it had acted too little, too late. No more than hours after the operation had finished the Yuuzhan Vong laid siege, not just to many of the [[Clan]]s' systems, but to the Antei system itself.

Though he managed to help hold the Yuuzhan Vong off long enough to allow the Clans to fall back inside the Shroud, the [[Shadow Hand]], [[Muz|Muz Keibatsu]], was captured by the aliens. Despite his actions the Yuuzhan Vong advance did not stop and the Clans were driven to Antei where a titanic battle ensued. Consumed by their fear and greed, the Clans turned on each other as well as the Yuuzhan Vong.

Just as the Dark Brotherhood appeared to be on the verge of destruction the [[Dark Lord of the Sith]] arrived. Making his way to Antei, Aristan Dantes initiated the Baraata Option, signalling the [[Star Chamber]], Dark Council and [[Shadow Academy]] were abandoning the planet. Sacrificing the Dark Brotherhood flagship, the ''Autarch'', the Grand Master provided the Clans with an opening to allow them to fall back and retreat. Before leaving the Antei system, the Dark Lord was able to recover his Shadow Hand from the wreckage of the Yuuzhan Vong task force's flagship. Upon his recovery, Aristan Dantes recognised Muz Keibatsu had become worthy of being called a [[Sith Lord]].

==Participants==
===Dark Jedi Brotherhood===
*[[Aristan Dantes]], Dark Lord of the Sith
*[[Muz Keibatsu Sadow]], Shadow Hand
*[[Aabsdu di Plagia Dupar]]
*Al’meda Zarco
*[[Duga Taldrya Arkarso]], Taldryan Consul
*[[Jac Cotelin]], Taldryan Grand Master Emeritus
* JScumm, Arcona Journeyman
* [[Kaine Mandaala]], Herald
* Korras, Tarentum Proconsul
* Manesh Sadow, Naga Sadow Consul
* [[Mejas Doto]], Arcona Elder
* [[Melkor Corsair]], Tarentum Journeyman
* [[Mononoke "Macron" Keibatsu-Goura]], Naga Sadow Proconsul
* [[Phoenix Olkyssagh Palpatine]], Scholae Palatinae Proconsul
* [[Sai Na'Ashar Keibatsu]], Naga Sadow Journeyman
* Robert Daragon, Proconsul
* [[Sith Bloodfyre]]-Tarentae, Tarentum Consul
* Timeros Caesus Entar, Arcona Consul
* [[Darth Vexatus|Vexatus]], Naga Sadow Elder
* Vexer Thrace, Plagueis Journeyman

===Yuuzhan Vong Invasion Force===

'''Major Characters'''

* Ahm Cr’od; Intendant (male Yuuzhan Vong, NPC)
* Kol Amnan; Commander, Perfect Agony (male Yuuzhan Vong, NPC)
* Mak’rah; Warleader (male Yuuzhan Vong, NPC)
* Nagto Mel; Supreme Commander, No Peace (male Yuuzhan Vong, NPC)
* Shimrra Jamaane; Supreme Overlord, Torrent of Enmity (male Yuuzhan Vong, NPC)
* Volngah; Priest (male Yuuzhan Vong, NPC)

== Results ==

*'''First Place''' - [[Clan Taldryan]], 640 points
*'''Second Place''' - [[Clan Scholae Palatinae]], 460 points
*'''Third Place''' - [[Clan Naga Sadow]], 330 points
*'''Fourth Place''' - [[Clan Tarentum]], 300 points
*'''Fifth Place''' - [[Clan Arcona]], 190 points
*'''Sixth Place''' - [[Clan Plagueis]], 145 points

== Champions of the War ==
* [[Shadow Taldrya]] (Grand Champion)
* [[Vardar]]
* [[Tyno]]
* Dark Sabre Taldrya
* [[Troutrooper|Troutrooper Tarentae]]
* Eldrad Sin

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{{succession box
| title = Major Brotherhood Conflicts
| years = [[26 ABY to Present|27 ABY]]
| before = [[Second Darkness]]
| after = Unknown
}}
{{end box}}

[[Category:Events]]

Anubis

2007-09-17T08:26:28Z

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==Vessel Info==
Claimed in the Fith Great Jedi War.

Escort Carrier Anubis carried the lion's share of the Clan's fighter strength. Its role was simply to deliver these fighters safely to whatever conflict, as needed.

Fighters based onboard:
*3 B-51 B-Wings
*6 XG-1 Star Wings
*18 T-65 X-Wings
*6 RZ-1 A-Wings
*15 TIE Interceptors
*12 TIE Hunters
==History==

The Anubis was decommissioned after the Seventh Great Jedi War. Having suffered irreparable damage at the hands of the Yuzhaan Vong, it was decided that it would be more cost effective to scrap it and get new ships than to attempt to repair it.

==Action==

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[[category:Tarentum OOB]]
[[category:Clan Tarentum]]

Sephiroth Shamshan Kali

2007-08-18T17:37:34Z

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{{quote|Here in Darkness, I know myself...|Sephiroth Shamshan Kali}}

A feared and revered leader, [[Krath Priest]] Sephiroth Shamshan Kali belives in his destiny: to lead the Brotherhood, with Tarentum at the helm, to the Culmination of the Final Way.

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|name= Sephiroth Shamshan Kali
|image=[[Image:SStorm.jpg|150px]]
|homeworld=[[Dromund Kaas]]
|birth= Unknown
|death= Maybe tomorrow
|species= Human
|gender= Male
|height= 2.12m
|weight= 88.45kg
|skin= dark with gold overtones
|hair= Silver
|eyes= Lightning shaped scar over right eye.
|era= [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation= [[House Tridens]], [[Clan Tarentum]]
|ship= A personalized Imperial Sentinel-Class Landing Craft
|dossier= 4630
}}

== Early Times ( [[24 BBY to 1 BBY|19 BBY]] / 0 years old ) ==
Sephiroth Shamshan Kali is a male human from the planet [[Dromund Kaas]]. His parents were killed when he was very young, This act allowed him to take his first steps towards the dark side when he hunted down and horribly murdered the killers. When agents from the Temple investigated and realised what had happened, they took him in for testing.

== Teen Life ( ?? / ? years old ) ==

Sephiroth Shamshan Kali was found to be Force Sensitive. He received training under the Prophets of the Dark Side in the Dark Force Temple. He later joined the Imperial Navy's Special Services Division, where he became a Field Grade officer.

== Adulthood ( ?? / ? years old ) ==

Kali had a short sprint on Antei during the reign of the EH. Disgusted with the leadership he left for regions unknown. He later returned to the Brotherhood. He was first instructed by Battlelord Ma`ar-Tyrius Ga-Tir, and is currently under the instruction of the Headmaster, Dark Jedi Master Anshar Kahn Tarentae.

== Physical description==

Sephiroth is tall and intimidating to most he meets. Others have a hard time discerning his species, as his dark skin is bronzed to a near golden hue and his long silver hair increases the effect of his eyes on you. When you look into his eyes, you realize that they are slanted and the pupils are shaped like pyramids. The reasoning behind this is a closely guarded secret to those outside of Tarentum, Sephiroth has placed a spell on his eyes, so that he sees the Force abilities of anyone he gazes upon. He also has a lightning shaped scar over his right eye.

==Loyalty==

Sephiroth is very loyal to those he considers to be his allies. At the current time, his first loyalty is to the Brotherhood, then his Clan and House, then his Order. Sephiroth is very devout when it comes to his Order, to which he takes a religious view in his studies. Sephiroth delves very deeply into histories and the nature of the dark side. Personally, he considers himself to be adept, within his class of course.

==Possessions==

Sephiroth has two possessions which are very important to him.

==Personal Lightsaber==

Sephiroth currently weilds a Dueling saber of the finest quality. It shines with an unholy glow when drawn, yet even that is eclipsed by the deadly scarlet blade issued from the weapon when it is activated. Sephiroth currently fights using the Makashi saber style. When he is allowed, he intends to then master Vapaad, then Shien. Either way it is best to avoid the wrath of the Krath Priest when he draws his blade.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Current Possitions ===
* House level Envoy for House Tridens<br>

=== Past Positions ===
* Rollmaster for House Tridens<br>
* Tetrarch of Battleteam Prophets

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
* Sephiroth and the Tarentum Envoy Team ended the March Envoy Challenge with a 16.6% APP to ACO rate.
* Founder of Battleteam Prophets
* Grand Master of the reformed Dark Brotherhood of Spam (Unofficial)

== Trivia ==
Sephiroth can proudly boast that he has killed a Grand Master. One day Sephiroth challened GM Jac Cotelin in Jedi Academy and killed him. Twice. Then he was PWN'ed by the power of the GM.
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[[Image:Forum.jpg|left]]

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Tarentum]]

Odin Vaaj Corsair

2007-06-26T13:49:42Z

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{{Sith charinfo|
|name=Odin Vaaj Bruth'Kothae
|image=[[image:odin_vaaj.jpg]]
|homeworld=Corruscant
|birth=[[24 BBY to 1 BBY|4 BBY]]
|death=N/A
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|height= 180 cm
|weight= 75 kg
|skin=Ivory
|hair=Black
|eyes=Black
|era=Imperial Era, [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=[[Clan Arcona]], [[House Oriens Obscurum]]
|dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=6447 6447]
}}

== Character History ==
Detailed information about the fictional character.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
* Battle Team Leader of Circle 1 (Tridens)
* Aedile of House Oriens Obscurum
* Commander of Battle Team Pandragon
* Member of Battle Team Bas-Tyra
* Member of [[Soulfire|Soulfire Strike Team]]
* Member of Battle Team [[Gi]]

=== Outstanding Achievements ===

== Trivia ==

[[Category: DJB Characters]]

Tyno

2007-06-26T13:46:24Z

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{{Sith charinfo|
|name=Tyno
|image=[[image:obiwanobsession.jpg|250px]]
|homeworld=Concord Dawn
|birth=Believed to be 1 BBY
|death=N/A
|species=Human
|gender=Male
|height=1.95 meters
|weight=84.8 kg
|skin=Caucasian
|hair=Dark Brown
|eyes=Light Blue/Green
|era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation=[[Clan Scholae Palatinae]], [[House Caliburnus]], [[Shadow Academy]]
|ship=Eta-2 ''Actis'' Light Interceptor
|dossier=4094
}}

Coming soon.

== Character History ==
Coming soon.

== DJB Facts ==
=== Positions Held ===
Sith Commander of [[Nightmare Squadron]]-4 months

=== Outstanding Achievements ===
Placed 8th overall in the Sixth Great Jedi War.

Earned a Sapphire Blade for GJW6 Achievements.

Placed 1st overall in the Outer Rim War III four times, three of them consecutively.

== Trivia ==
Coming soon.

[[Category: DJB Characters]]
[[Category: Clan Scholae Palatinae]]

Makashi

2007-06-22T12:14:47Z

MERLANCE: lightsabres to lightsabers

Makashi, the second form of Classical Lightsaber Combat, is often considered the best form for saber on saber dueling.

==Explanation==

Often referred to as 'the duelist form', Form II lightsaber combat is a rarely seen fencing style that emphasizes both finesse and speed. Count Dooku mastered Form II and brought the once-archaic style back into practical use at the dawn of the Clone Wars. It is mainly designed for lightsaber-on-lightsaber dueling and a favourite of master duelists. While it may not be as good against ranged weaponry or multiple opponents it is virtually unstoppable against a single duelists. Like Shii-Cho its age and simplicity have no reflection on its elegance and efficiency in a true lightsaber duel. Some things have always worked, and so long as there are enemies who bear lightsabers, there will be those who choose Makashi.

This quintessential duelling style was developed over generations of Jedi training and was popular during the ancient Sith Wars when Jedi were required to fight Sith in direct one-on-one combat. Eventually Form II rose to the forefront as one of the most elegant methods to defeat the opponent. However with the advent of blaster technology, and the decrease of lightsaber weilders, most followers abandoned Makashi in favour of the more defensive Form III.

While the form praises dexterity over strength it is a very compact and trim form with almost no flourishes and no unnecessary motions. This style is to the point and considered a hard style. The strikes of Makashi rely more upon the inherent damage of the lightsaber over the adherent's strength. This is not to say that strength plays no part in the form, however, as the strength to overcome particularly skilled opponents is still necessary.

===Grip===

Held at an angle, the Form II grip has the ring and small finger held tightly with the index and middle fingers loose. The looser the index finger the more confident the user. Customised sabers are often made in a curved hilt shape specifically for the trim strikes of this form, creating a more natural s striking continuum with the style's grip. Form II is almost universally done with one hand on the hilt, the other hand used for balance or open handed attacks.

===Stance===

With the feet square to the shoulders, the body should be turned at a slight angle away from the opponent, thereby reducing the target for the opponent. The saber arm is closest to the enemy and the blade is held down and slightly forward and away from the body.

===Striking===

Fast and light, this style relies heavily upon the flexibility of the wrist, the fast mobility of the blade a crucial dynamic in successful application. Tight arcs and fast slashes are used to out manoeuver an opponent.

===Parrying===

Makashi has very limited blocks, instead relying on parries to deflect an opponent's blade, get their blade within striking distance, and disarm an opponent. By using an opponent's vigour against them the redirection of their weapon, and the strategic placement of their weapon to enable a proper next strike, this form is incredibly effective against other saberists. Due to the form's placement of the saber it is not terribly effective versus ranged weaponry.

==Requirements ==

A saberist who wishes to study Makashi must first attain a combined score of 24 in dexterity and intelligence.

==The Duelist Sabre==

The most famous of the Form II adherents tend to use the more ergonomic curved hilt sabres, favoring them for the angle at which the blade follows the arm. Whether or not this aids their fighting is an oft-contested subject. What is known however, is that when a Makashi master decides to pick up the curved Hilt sabre as their preferred one, that they rarely, if ever go back to the usual style.

Further, once one gets used to the curved hilt sabre, there is an adjustment period when one tries to return to the regular straight hilt. Obelisk warriors sometimes eschew this style for this reason alone… lightsabers are commonly lost or destroyed on the field of battle, and you can not rely upon the small chance that a fallen enemy happens to have such an uncommon variant of an already rare weapon.

Makashi masters have been known to favor Nextor focussing crystals in their lightsabers. This seven-pointed crystal found on Geonosis is valued highly by masters of the second and seventh form of sabre fighting. When used in the saber, these crystals chaotically change the energy flow of the saber, making it easier for the weilder to parry other saber blades, and give them an advantage in saber locks. Deflecting blaster bolts with such a blade is far less precise and much more difficult, however, as the chaotic 'grain' of the plasma tends to bounce blaster bolts in remarkably unpredictable fashion.

==Adherents==
*Count Dooku

[[Category:Lightsaber Combat]]

Clan Tarentum Prospectus

2007-06-20T10:21:45Z

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|image=[[Image: Tarentum.jpg|center|250px|Clan Tarentum]]
| type = Monarchy
| founding = 13 ABY
| headofstate = Justinian Arcanious Khyron, Sith King
| headofgov = Prince of Yridia
| commander = Marshal
| defacto =
| executive = Governor-General
| legislative = Governor-General, Tarentae, Common House
| judicial = Tarentae & Equite Noctis
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As with the other Clans now in existence, [[Clan Tarentum]] began as one of many Houses that dotted the socio-political landscape of the Brotherhood. The last of the "original" Houses to form, Tarentum was formed by the members of the legendary [[Tau Squadron]]. When Tarentum became a Clan proper, it sired the vassal Houses of [[House Tridens|Tridens]], [[House Gladius|Gladius]] and [[House Cestus|Cestus]].

== Brief History ==
Of all the Clans and Houses, Tarentum is the only one to be formed under direct order. Beset on all sides by the other Houses wishing them to join them, not wanting to tie themselves to any of the other Houses (thereby sharing their glory as the best of the best), and under increasing pressure from Grand Master Khyron to join or form a House, the pilots of Tau Squadron formed their own House: House Tarentum.

Eventually, the Clan would grow to serve the interests of the man who ordered them into existence - [[Justinian Khyron|Grand Master Khyron]]. The Clan now serves the [[Justinian Khyron|Sith King]] unfailingly and unflinchingly.

== Government and Politics ==

As with all feudal societies, Clan Tarentum and the Yridia System is headed by a Monarch - Justinian Arcanious Khyron. The entire system falls under the command and control of his vassal, The Prince of Yridia, who has at his disposal a cabinet of military, secular and Brotherhood Captains.

Yridia also operates a limited parliamentary system. In matters of trade and internal taxation, the Legislature is called upon to handle these affairs.

=== Offices ===

==== Prince of Yridia ====

The head of the System Government, the Prince of Yridia is always the Consul and retains nearly complete control of his fief.

==== Grand Chamberlain ====

[[Sith Bloodfyre]] was appointed Grand Chamberlain for life. The Grand Chamberlain is the steward of the Clan and oversees the day to day political affairs which include, but are not limited to calling a quorum of the [[Tarentae]], opening the Common House and managing the docket of supplicants wishing an audience with the Prince.

==== Governor-General ====

The chief function of the Governor-General is to act as the head of the legislative branch of the Yridian government - The Common House. In times of conflict, the Governor-General commands the Yridia System's defense.

==== Field Marshal ====

[[Maxamillian von Oberst-Tarentae]] is the Supreme Commander of military forces for the Clan. As Field Marshal, he acts with the leave of the King, Prince and Clan Summit to organize the military and marshall forces in times of war.

==== Equite Noctis ====

The Equite Noctis, [[Rekio Corsair]], is the head of not only the Clan's law enforcement, but is rumored to also head the Clan's intelligence arm.

==== Nuncio ====

As Ambassador at large for the Clan, The Nuncio heads all diplomatic relations with the Council, other Clans and outside forces. The Nuncio has the right to appoint a ''Legatee'' to take over talks or represent Tarentum for short periods of time (no more than 3 standard months). The current Nuncio is Krath Pontifex [[Troutrooper]].

==== Seraphi Ater ====

The Seraphi Ater, or Black Angel, is charged with carrying out sentencing made by The Tarentae. Usually the agents of the Seraphi Ater execute whatever sentence is passed, but for major cases, the Seraphi Ater is known to dispense justice by hand. The current Seraphi Ater is DA [[Telona Murrage]].

==== Barons ====

Consuls Emeritus, upon exiting office are afforded the title Baron. Each Baron holds a small fief somewhere within the system. While having no real authority in the Clan, each Baron is given complete control of their fief. As the Prince must lay Yridia at the disposal of the Sith King, so too must the Barons lay their fief at the disposal of the Prince. At present, Barons are styled "Baron of (Surname)." With their fief named after their Surname. The exception to this is Baron Welshman, who is instead styled "The Baron Welshman," as Rekio Corsair Tarentae is "The Baron of Corsair."

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=== Legislature ===

Yridia has a dual legislative arm. One half of the legislature is the Tarentae, the other half is the Common House. The Common House serves as the voice of the population in political affairs. Although The Common House has limited legal power, it is often respected and listened to so as to keep the government running smoothly and without snags from strikes, uprisings and all out rebellion. The Common House is chaired by the Governor-General and seats 21 members - one representative from each major city and large town.

When both legislative branches meet, the entire process is overseen by the Grand Chamberlain. When both branches meet, the Common House is afforded a total of two votes - one by the Governor-General and one by the House as a whole. Each seated Tarenate is given one vote. To date, both branches have never been convened to hear and vote upon legislation. The Tarentae are content to leave the day to day runnings of the government to the Common House.

=== Judiciary ===

The Tarentae serve as the highest bench for the system and is generally reserved only to hear affairs within the Clan. Lesser cases (non-clan related, but System wide) are remanded over to a series of lower courts within the system. Once a year an appellate court convenes to re-hear and reconsider past verdicts. This special court is made up of three Clansmen, chosen by the Consul and is a mix of Clan and House Summits as well as Tarentae.

The Prince of Yridia and The Sith King reserve the right to overturn any verdict or hear any case that they wish.

==== Prefects ====

Prefects act as judges over a large area, dependant on size of the population. Currently the entirety of Yridia has been divided up into eight (8) Prefectures. Each Prefect acts as judge, jury and executioner for high crimes within their District. High crimes include treason, regicide, sedition or an attempt on the life of a Tarentae. Sentences are carried out immediately after a verdict is issued.

Currently the eight Prefects are [[Windos]], [[Welshman]], [[Doni`Tzu]], [[Merlance]], [[Frosty]], [[Dox]], [[Karel]] and [[Saitou]].

== Economy ==

The Yridia System and Clan Tarentum serve as the economic front for the Brotherhood as a whole. Situated close to the Rimma Trade Route, the majority of the Brotherhood's trade funnels through Yridia in some way. To that end, a multitude of dummy corporations and false fronts are situated on Yridia IX.

In addition to being a financial and trade hub for the Brotherhood, Yridia is also a major exporter of solid minerals and foodstuffs. The seas of Yridia II and the arable land of Yrida III contribute greatly to the larders of the Brotherhood as a whole.

=== Banking and Finance ===

A series of financial houses have been setup with their headquarters on Yridia IX. These houses serve as a laundering operation for the Brotherhood. Dealing in large sums (hundreds of millions of credits), these institutions muddle the paper trail leading to and from the Brotherhood. Branches have been founded on other mid-level planets, away from the major financial centers of the galaxy. The fees incurred for laundering offset the operational costs of these branches.

It is unknown who runs these institutions, if they operate as the front for one group or where the start up capital was obtained. The only information available is that the deeds list one [[Trevarus Caerick]] as the seller of the properties in question. It is assumed that various key members of the Clan know who runs the institutions, but they have been especially tight-lipped, claiming only that Tarentum has no direct stake in the financial interests aside from revenues garnered from taxation.

== Society and Culture ==
Clan Tarentum is a part of Yridia. No more. No less. Ruling the system, the Clan has integrated itself as a part of the system.

=== The Three Estates ===

The so-called "Three Estates" represent the castes of Yridia.

==== Tarentae ====
The pinnacle of achievement for Tarentum and Yridia, the Tarentae represent the best of both. The equivalent of a feudal system's Upper Nobility, the Tarentae are charged with the long term health of both Clan and System. Politically, they are allowed to sponsor legislation at will and sit as some of the highest judges in the land. They pay for this liberty by being responsible for the well being of their populace through ''Noblesse Oblige''. Any citizen is welcome to petition a member of the Tarentae for aid. Rarely are sincere, lawful and honorable requests turned down.

==== Tarenti ====
The Tarenti are the members of Clan Tarentum. They are charged with the defense of the system like the Knights of old. Controlled by the Summits of the Clan, the Tarenti are spread throughout the system. Every major city and town has at least 5 Clansmen residing within to aid local government. Serving as guardians of the system allow the Clan to devote the bulk of its military resources to defense of the system. Tarenti represent a wide swath of races, all devoted to Clan and home.

==== Yridians ====
The people. The everyman and anyman. The Yridians are bankers, poets, businessmen, artists, physicians, laborers, soldiers, officers and everyone else. There is no "native" population to speak of, but the former colonies of Yridia II and the fringe trading outposts of Yridia IX represent the bulk of the population. Recently, in an effort to stimulate internal growth the Tarenti have sponsored new settlements on Yridia III and IV with the intent to cultivate new aggricultural and raw resources. Citizenship within Yridia requires at least 2 years of residency in the system and a the swearing of an oath of allegiance.

Clan Tarentum has a strict rule regarding interaction with the native population - no displays of The Dark Side of The Force. Tarentum intends to retain its control of the system without having to resort to raw displays of power, either arcane or military. It is expensive, time consuming and could very well interest the Jedi Order. Failure to comply with this edict has resulted in the quiet removal of that Tarenti and the need for a massive public relations campaign to clean up the resultant fallout.

=== Chivalry and Clan Tarentum ===

At the end of the First House Wars, with the banners of the other great Houses at their feet, The original members of then House Tarentum swore eternal fealty and loyalty to their House and the reigning Grand Master at the time - Justinian Khyron. In doing so, these early members created the first Chivalric order, and a tradition of service to the Clan that has been revived in recent times.

==== Knights of Tarentum ====

The current military order within the Clan, the Knights of Tarentum are sworn to defend the life of the Prince and the rest of the Summits of Tarentum. Currently, no heraldic markings have been bestowed unto the Order by the Prince or Sith King.

==== Knights of Tau ====

A former Order within the Clan, the Knights of Tau were first formed concluding the First House Wars during the reign of Grand Master Khyron. Sworn to defense of the Clan above all others, the charge given unto them is the outline, in red, of a TIE Interceptor, an homage to the founders of House Tarentum - Tau Squadron. The only known members of this Order still in residence within the Clan today are Masters D.B. Zero, Sirrus and Field Marshal Oberst.

== Military ==

Broken up into two distinct Branches (Army and Navy), Tarentum's Military Forces are under the command of Field Marshal Maxamillian von Oberst-Tarentae. Aiding him in these endeavours are his Chief of Staff and Commanding General , General [[Doni Tzu Tarentae]], and Naval Commander, Vice Admiral [[Kessian Armus]]. Below these three gentlemen are the respective Battlegroup and Army Group Commanders.

==== Army ====

The Army comprises all ground and planet side military forces. In declared times of war, the local constabulary is pressed into service with civilian volunteers into a militia. The Army is divided into Army Groups, within each Army Group are a number of Corps. The Corps are then subdivided into Divisions, in turn divided into Regiments, Battalions, Companies, Platoons, Squads and then Fire Teams.

Tarenti not holding a rank act seperate from Army forces they are near. They do not give orders to the Army and the Army does not give them orders.

==== Navy ====

The Navy comprises all spaceborne military forces. In declared times of war, merchant ships under the Clan's control or within the system may be pressed into military service. The Navy is divided into Battlegroups, each battlegroup can be divided at the request of the Field Marshal or Naval Commander into Task Forces. Battlegroups with three (3) or more squadrons of fighters and bombers are assigned a Commander, Air Group (CAG), whose job it is to coordinate fighter deployment and engagement.

Tarenti aboard military ships that do not hold rank are seperate from Naval forces they are near. They do not give orders to the Navy and the Navy does not give them orders, with one exception: personal fighters and transports can be commandeered by the CAG or Battlegroup commanders. Failure to comply with orders from CAG and above can and will be construed as treason.

=====Captains=====

Ship's captains are the ultimate authority aboard their vessel. Officers ranked below Captain who command a ship are afforded the title of Captain, but can also be referred to as "Skipper." Visiting officers who rank as a Captain are not addressed as such to avoid confusion on the ship, instead they can be referred to as "Commodore," given the courtesty of higher status afforded to guests. Passengers who otherwise outrank the Captain cannot override the ship's Captain with the exception of the Field Marshal or the Navy Commander-in-Chief.

==== Ranks ====

Rank progression in Tarentum's military is as follows:

{{Tarentum Military Enlisted Ranks}}
{{Tarentum Officer's Ranks}}

Currently, Summits are given Brevet commissions of Brigadier General/Commodore for House Summits or Lt. General/Vice Admiral for Clan Summits. If Summits already hold a higher commission, then they are not given a Brevet rank.

For descriptions of the ranks, see [[Clan Tarentum Ranks]].

See [[Tarentum Order of Battle]] for more info on the available military forces.

== Astrography ==

Clan Tarentum is situated within the [[Yridia system]]. Further information on Yridia can be found there.

It should be noted, that the Clan currently has a huge no-fly zone. Ships are not allowed past [[Yridia IX]] without clearance and military escort. To date, the only exceptions to this rule are Grand Master Khyron and Masters Mejas Doto and Trevarus Caerick. Violation will result in ships being fired upon.

== Allies and Enemies ==

=== Allies ===

Allied Clans earn privileged trade status, meaning Tarentum takes a much smaller share of the buy or sale price in taxes. Usually no more than 4%.

*'''[[Clan Plagueis]]''' - Although a formal declaration of Alliance was made in the early days of the Sixth Great Jedi War, both sides have cooled their association somewhat. Still, prospective attackers should take into account that both Clans individually have more modern fighters and bombers at their beck and call than any other Clan. It is known however, that Marshal Oberst takes a particularly perverse delight in knowing that Satal Keto has been reverted back to a House.

=== Neutral ===

Clans listed here are neither actively hostile against nor favorable towards. Although not watched as closely as enemy Clans, Neutral Clans are much more likely to be searched than Allied Clans.

*'''[[Clan Naga Sadow]]''' - Allies leading up to the Sixth Great Jedi War, relations between the two Clans has mellowed considerably, but CNS still benefits from preferred trading privileges.

*'''[[Clan Arcona]]''' - On opposing sides in the last major conflict, neither Clan has spilled blood willfully with the other in some time. Arcona comprised one part of the [[Tripartite Alliance]] with Clans Naga Sadow and Tarentum in the events leading to and through the Fifth Great Jedi War. It should be noted that only the personal transport of Master [[Mejas Doto]] is allowed to violate the No Fly Zone and enter Yridia unmolested.

*'''[[Clan Taldryan]]''' - The winner of the last conflict. While the situation between members might be openly hostile towards Taldryan, the Clan affirms a strick neutral outlook. Taldryan's raw output has vexed the Clan's military leadership, and the raw firepower available to Taldryan's fleet is the only one to surpass Tarentum's at this time.

=== Enemies ===

These Clans are watched carefully while conducting trade upon Yridia IX. Ships are constantly screened by fighter and bomber patrols and any slight deviation from flight plans will result in said ships being brought down for violation of the No Fly Zone. The tariff rendered upon trade for these Clans can exceed 20% of the purchase or sale price.

*'''[[Clan Scholae Palatinae]]''' - While relations prior to the Sixth Great Jedi War were tersely cordial, the situation between the two Clans has soured completely. Third party diplomats from the Dark Council have been unable to bring representatives together for more than a few days before talks break down completely.

== Typical Clan Actions/Reactions ==

Of the Clans, Tarentum is the most economically solid. While not as deep pocketed as Clan Naga Sadow through the Dlarit Corporation, Tarentum has a near monopoly on the Brotherhood's markets. As such, retribution from the Clan is almost always fiscal in nature.

Historically, Tarentum has been the loudest and staunchest advocates for greater Clan autonomy and a withdrawal of the Council from Clan policies and politics. The recent request by the Dark Council to house Council bases within each Clan's home system was met by the Tarenti with much disgust. Subsequently, the Tarenti established the Council base to the furthest edges of the system, well past the Itanna Belt.

The two Task Forces on loan from the Brotherhood for defense of both The Shroud and Brotherhood markets gives Tarentum greater leeway in dealing with military matters. Although not active enforcers of the Clan's No Fly Zone, the Task Force commanders generally accept that keeping the peace is necessary and will send support to the Clan's own pickets and patrols.

Easily the most insular Clan, intrusions upon the Clan's space is met with naked hostility.

== Important Figures ==

*'''[[Magnus Kaerner]]''' - Commander of the reconstituted Tau Squadron. Founded House Tarentum with the other members of Tau Squadron. First Quaestor, eventually became the first Knight Commander of the Brotherhood.

*'''[[Erich von Reinthaler]]''' - First Knight of House Tarentum. Architect and builder of Castle Tarentum. Eventually becomes SHW.

*'''[[Sirrus]]''' - Only Krath of House Tarentum through first House War. Proved his singlehanded dominance of the Krath Order in competition. Krath counterpart to Zero's singlehanded dominance of the Sith Order in competition. Eventually becomes KHP under Khyron.

*'''[[Kumba]]''' - Last of the Dark Prophets of old

=== The Tarentae ===

*'''[[Ciara Tearnan Tarentae]]''' - Consul Emeritus.

*'''[[Maxamillian von Oberst-Tarentae]]''' - Proconsul. 2nd AED of House Tarentum under Zero. Former AED of Tridens. First non-Tau member to join Tarentum. First non-Tau member to serve as a Summit.

*'''[[Zero Tarentae]]''' - Former QUA. Apprentice to Lord Khyron. During the First House War, led Tarentum to victory, dominating the Sith events singlehandedly. Eventually becomes DGM.

*'''[[Sith Bloodfyre-Tarentae]]''' - Consul. Only Consul to serve twice. Former SHW.

*'''[[Rekio Corsair Tarentae]]''' - Consul Emeritus.

*'''[[Spears Tarentae]]''' - Consul Emeritus. Headmaster Emeritus.

*'''[[Cannabisia Tarentae]]'''

*'''[[Welshman Corsair Tarentae]]''' - Consul Emeritus. AED of House Tridens.

*'''[[Anshar Kahn Tarentae]]''' - Consul Emeritus. Current Headmaster.

*'''[[Doni Tzu Tarentae]]''' - Former QUA and AED of House Tridens.

*'''[[Frosty Romanae Tarentae]]''' - Former QUA and AED of House Gladius.

[[Category: Clan Prospectus]]
[[Category: Clan Tarentum]]

The Outer Darkness

2007-05-13T21:13:01Z

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|name=Tridens Venture: The Outer Darkness
|image=
|conflict=Yuuzhan Vong War
|date=25 ABY
|place=Tingel Arm, Near Bastion
|result=House Tridens retreat
|side1=[[House Tridens]]
|side2=Yuuzhan Vong
|commanders1=*[[Archean Bruth`Kothae]]
* [[Welshman Corsair Tarentae]]
|commanders2=Unknown
|forces1=*100 Tarentum Marines, 12 Euthanatos, 40 Jedi
*18 X-wings, 12 T/D, [[B/CR Acheron]]
|forces2=Unknown
|casual1=70 Marines KIA, 15 Marines WIA, 8 Journeymen KIA, numerous injuries on other Jedi
|casual2=At least 2 Invaders KIA
}}

This was a competition ran for house Tridens of Tarentum during January 2007.

== '''Story Outline''' ==

An abandoned ship has been discovered with its crew murdered, Tridens is sent out to investigate.

== '''Awards''' ==

== '''Phase 1''' ==

Tridens is newly arrived in the location and preliminary scouts have been sent to investigate and attempt to locate the aliens who so mercilessly slaughtered our trading team.

== Fiction Event ==

Event 1

1)Tariija

2)Odin

3)Celahir

Event 2

1) Melkor

2) Korras

3) Sephiroth

== Poetry Event ==

1) Odin

2) MERLANCE

3) Karel

==Graphics Event==

1) Odin

2) MERLANCE

3) Karel

== Phase 2 ==

Disaster has struck. The aliens are more then a match for the Dark Jedi, destroying many of the Tarenti's patrols with seemingly no casualties of their own. Things are also looking bleak for the space force as they were besieged by an enemy capital ship and its fighter compliment. After a brief battle both sets of Tridens fighters come to the conclusion that the situation is hopeless and retreat is their only option, desperate to learn something of the enemy Tridens fights its way to the memory core and transfers its memory to the Acheron before abandoning the Dreadnaught cruiser and limping for home.

== Fiction ==

1) Troutrooper

2) Korras

3) Melkor

== Poetry ==

1) Odin

2) Karel

[[category:Clan Tarentum]]

Valerian Orzon

2007-01-08T09:25:34Z

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|era= [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]
|affiliation= [[Clan Plagueis]], [[House Exar Kun]], [[Prodigy of Plagueis]], DSC Staff
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'''Valerian di Plagia Orzon''' was a leading politician who has become a successful member of [[Clan Plagueis]] and the [[Dark Brotherhood]].

== Character History ==
===Early Life===
Valerian Orzon was born twelve years before the Battle of Yavin to parents Archus and Saria on Coruscant, capital of the Galactic Empire. The Orzon family was of prominence in Imperial society, as both of Valerian’s parents held upper echelon positions. Prior to the ascension of Emperor Palpatine, the Orzon family was well known throughout Coruscant. Generations of Orzons had held government positions for the Galactic Republic and most had served in the Office of the Supreme Chancellor.

Since Valerian Orzon could remember his father, Archus, served as the special assistant to Sate Prestage, Grand Vizier to Emperor Palpatine. After a conflict in the Naboo system, resulting in the removal of the current Moff, Archus Orzon was awarded the prominent position of Moff of the Naboo System. Moff Archus Orzon was exceptionally capable with imposing the New Order in the Emperor’s home system. Moff Archus Orzon administered the Naboo system for six prosperous years until he was assassinated by those still loyal to the late Naboo crown, just months before the Battle of Yavin. At the age of twelve, Valerian Orzon watched as his father was honored for his service to the New Order by Grand Vizier Sate Prestage.

Shortly after Archus Orzon became Moff of the Naboo System, Valerian’s mother, Saria, was elevated into the command structure of Imperial Intelligence. Saria Orzon has served for many years in the Republic’s Intelligence force and was recruited by Imperial Intelligence Director Armand Isard. Saria Orzon’s new command position was two-fold. She would serve as special assistant to Ysanne Isard and oversee the operations of a covert, special operations division within Intelligence.

Valerian grew up without a constantly present father and a mother who was overly devoted to her work. His sister, Ariana, who was three years older, and him were raised by various nannies and droids and rarely ever saw their parents. Although living in a life of prestige and opulence, Valerian had a childhood focused on education and learning with little family interaction.

As a member of the Imperial elite, Valerian Orzon attended the best schools for politics and foreign relations, although he always had a love for history. A quick study, Valerian was first in his graduating class with a degree in political science and foreign relations from The Imperial School of Politics. Within weeks of graduation, Valerian was given an administrative position in the Imperial Palace.

However, by this time, the Emperor had been destroyed and Ysanne Isard had claimed control of the Empire. With full knowledge of the Madame Director’s plan, Saria and Ariana (who now worked with her mother) warned her son and prepared for his and his aide’s transport off of Coruscant just prior to the rebel invasion. As Valerian Orzon was leaving Coruscant, his sister contacted him informing of the death of their mother by rebel bombardment. This was the last contact he had with his sister and to this day does not know if she is dead or alive.

===Career and Success===
After leaving Coruscant, Valerian Orzon wandered the galaxy for several months searching for an opportune location to participate in government and utilize his education. He soon discovered the Imperial stronghold of Berchest. The planet was a prime location for an Imperial educated politician to excel in an Imperial focused society. The young politician quickly moved into the government structure and in two years he was next in line for a position in the Grand Council, the Berchestian executive government body. Within several months, Valerian Orzon became the newest member of the Grand Council.

As Councilor, Valerian consolidated a power base and formed alliances between the other like-minded and powerful members of the Grand Council. Councilor Orzon quickly became the most powerful member of the Council and served as Chairman of the Grand Council for several years. Valerian Orzon had just reached his prime age and he was already a man of great success and status.

Prior to obtaining the Councilor position, Valerian purchased a large estate in the elite area of Calius saj Leeloo with some his family’s historical wealth. With his upper-echelon government position and family wealth, Councilor Orzon was able to live with affluence and became a prime focus point of Berchestian culture.

===A New Path===
Several months after Councilor Orzon resigned as Chairman, he still held the greatest power and influence in Council. Although his power and influence would remain, his physical presence would not. One dark night, a cloaked figure gave him a mysterious message about Dark Jedi. All that was in the message was “For greater power, seek us out” and specific coordinates were given with a week timeframe to arrive. After assuring he could remain as Councilor with his loyal aide filling his post in his absence, Valerian Orzon decided to search for greater power.

Valerian Orzon arrived at his destination and discovered various fighters waiting for him. Believing it a trap, he sprung into action but was hailed by the lead fighter and was greeted. He was given coordinates to Antei, a system he had never heard of, home of what they called the Dark Brotherhood.

Although focusing his energy and effort in the Dark Side, Valerian Orzon remains connected with Berchest and most important his loyal aide. Valerian keeps in contact with the aide and often dictates direction and policy through his trusted servant. He attempts to return at least twice a year or more to visit his aide, assure his influence remains, and remove any who threaten the stability of Berchest and his power.

==Accomplishments==

*Bearer of the Clan Plagueis Name: "di Plagia"
*Sixth Prodigy of Plagueis
*Fourth Exalted Lord of Kun
*Ninth Proconsul of Clan Plagueis
*Sixth Quaestor of House Exar Kun
*Fourth Clan Plagueis Envoy
*Renovation of the Clan Plagueis Envoy System and Master-Student Program
*Revamp of the CP Promotion Guidelines and Knights Trials of Plagueis
*Creation of the Master’s Guide and Tasks & Trials Guide
*Creation of the Clan Plagueis Feudal System
*Co-creator of the CP Journeymen Promotion System

[[Category:DJB Characters]][[Category:Clan Plagueis]][[Category:Di Plagia]]

Prodigy of Plagueis

2007-01-08T09:20:59Z

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==Description==
Occasionally a member will truly go above and beyond the call of duty, creating a harmony that will lift them above their peers. This true harmony between latent skills will garner one great prestige, unprecedented in Clan history. This is nearly impossible, except to those who have the utmost dedication and activity in their efforts for the Clan.

These individuals fall into the same flow as former great Dark Jedi, and thereby their accordance to harmony will garner them the title of Prodigy of Plagueis. They will use their advanced skills to further their House, Clan and the Brotherhood as a whole. Amongst their normal duties they will collect another set: Protector of the Clan Summit. Not only will they be responsible for the safety of both Consul and Proconsul, but also the security of the Clan itself.

Members who join this elite group are Champions of the Clan and have earned their position through hard work and dedication. These are the assassins, scholars and taskmasters of the Clan. They are the highest moral authority amongst the regular members of the Clan and are much admired...

They are the Prodigies of Plagueis

===Selection of Prodigy===
The Clan Summit will, whenever they see fit, appoint a member of Clan Plagueis with the coveted title of "Prodigy of Plagueis". The Prodigy must exemplify the qualities and attributes of the Clan, shows a clear yearning to learn more of the Dark Side and a willingness to aid the Clan in any way possible.

When a Prodigy is named by the summit, they will remain reigning Prodigy until a new one is appointed. The minimum length a Prodigy can reign is one month; there is no maximum. The Summit may appoint someone the title of Prodigy of Plagueis more than once, if they wish, and their name shall appear then appear multiple times on the Line of the Prodigies.

===Powers of the Prodigy===
The Prodigy of Plagueis shall possess the following gifts and powers upon receiving his title:

; Use of the Clan Assault Cruiser Ambition : The ship and crew shall be placed under the command of the reigning Prodigy when they require it. This can be overlooked in times of war when the entire fleet is under the direct command of the Consul.

; Title : The Prodigy of Plagueis will be able to use their title on all official documents. They may simply write "Prodigy of Plagueis", or add their number in the line (IE: Second Prodigy of Plagues, Prodigy of Plagueis II).

; Office : The Prodigy of Plagueis shall have an office within the Clan Plagueis Headquarters to use as needed.

; Honor : Prodigies of Plagueis are seated second in honor at all Clan gatherings, directly behind the Clan and House summit members. They are to be treated with the utmost respect by all Clan members at all times.

; Shared Powers : Command of the Ambition and use of the Prodigy office are powers held for the sitting Prodigy alone. All former Prodigies retain the use of the title and their seats of honor.

===Duties of the Prodigy===
The Prodigy of Plagueis has a duty to serve the Clan and perform the will of the Summit. They are to be of service to new members, answer questions if they can, run routine checks of the home system aboard the Ambition, and do other tasks the Summit requires of them. In addition, Prodigies are the foremost enforcers of Clan las, just behind the Summit. The title is an honor, but Prodigies are expected to uphold the high standards of the Prodigy heritage.

===Removal of a Prodigy===
Should a Prodigy of Plagueis commit grave treason against the Clan or the Brotherhood of Dark Jedi as a whole, the Clan Summit shall remove them of their title and privileges. If a Prodigy of Plagueis loses his or her title, they are removed from the Line of Plagueis forever.

==The Prodigian Line==
*Schisca Archaon Azytzeen
*[[Scorpius]]
*[[Aabsdu di Plagia Dupar al'Tor|Aabsdu]]
*Tek Cicero Dantes
*[[Raken]]
*[[Valerian Orzon|Orzon]]

[[Category:Clan Plagueis]]

Dark Jedi Brotherhood Timeline

2006-12-29T04:58:10Z

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*Preceeded by the [[Rebellion Era]]
*Established during the [[New Republic Era]] and continuing through the [[New Jedi Order Era]].
*Eventually succeeded by the [[Legacy Era]]

''(11 ABY+)''

The Dark Jedi Brotherhood exists in the decades following the Fall of the Empire and the final death of [[Emperor]] [[Palpatine]] in 11 ABY.

The current year is '''26 ABY'''.

== DB Timeline ==

=== [[Old Republic Era]] ===

*c. '''[[5100 BBY]]''' [[Old Republic Era]]
**The [[Okemi Uprising]]; the [[Sith Lord]] [[Okemi]] rebels against [[Dark Lord of the Sith|Dark Lord]] [[Marka Ragnos]] and is exiled to the planet [[Antei]].
**[[Okemi]] comes to be regarded by the native inhabitants of [[Antei]] as a god and uses his influence to become their [[King]].

*c. '''[[3990 BBY]]''' [[Old Republic Era]]
**In the aftermath of the [[Great Sith War]], two [[Sith]] cultists, a [[Mecrosa]] assassin called [[Ferran]] and a [[Krath]] sorceress called [[Taimat]], discover the lost [[Antei System]]. There they find its primitive people and their leader, [[Okemi]], the ancient [[Sith Lord]], kept alive by transferring his essence to a new body each time his grew old.
**Together [[Okemi]], [[Ferran]] and [[Taimat]] found the [[Star Chamber]].
**[[Feran]] starts his own cult which he names the [[Obelisk]], based on his beliefs as a member of the [[Mecrosa Order]], one of the surviving Sith cults.

*c. '''[[3950 BBY]]''' [[Old Republic Era]]
**When his body fails him, [[Okemi]] attempts to possess [[Taimat]], however she is too strong and resists. The ritual fails, leaving Okemi's spirit in limbo. The ancient [[Sith Lord]] is driven insane, neither alive nor dead, his essence begins to leech onto any living creature around him, trying to draw himself back to life.
**[[Taimat]], realising the monster [[Okemi]] has become, attempts to collapse the [[Antei System]]'s [[Dark Star|star]] to destroy Okemi, rather than allow his hate to consume the galaxy.
**[[Ferran]], now under the influence of [[Okemi]], kills [[Taimat]] before the ritual can be completed. Instead of going super nova, the [[Dark Star|star]] becomes a bottomles hole of darkness, consuming the light of the [[Antei System]]. The [[Shroud]] of Antei, a nebula field that encompasses the system, is destabilized in the process, making it impossible to traverse and sealing the Antei System away from the rest of the galaxy.
**At least one of [[Ferran]]'s [[Obelisk]] cultists manages to survive the destruction of the [[Antei System]] and goes on to build a temple in the [[Minos Cluster]].

=== [[Rebellion Era]] ===

*'''[[4 ABY]]''' [[Rebellion Era]]
**The [[Battle of Endor]]. The [[Death Star II]] is destroyed. The [[Palpatine|Emperor]] and [[Darth Vader]] are killed.
**The [[Rebellion|Alliance to Restore the Republic]] becomes the [[Alliance of Free Planets]].
**[[Kane Vader|Kane]], one of the [[Palpatine|Emperor's]] surviving [[Dark Side Adept|Dark Side Adepts]], goes into exile to acquire the knowledge he requires to rebuild the [[Sith]].
**[[Lumiya]], one of the [[Palpatine|Emperor's]] [[Emperor's Hand|Hands]] and the former [[Shadow Hand|Sith apprentice]] of [[Darth Vader]], declares herself [[Dark Lady of the Sith]] and takes [[Flint]], one of [[Darth Vader|Vader's]] other apprentices as her own.
**[[Lumiya]] tries to use the [[Nagai]] and [[Tofs]] to spark a war to destroy the [[New Republic]] but is defeated and left for dead. [[Flint]] is redeemed by [[Luke Skywalker]].
**The [[Imperial Civil War]] begins as the [[Galactic Empire]] starts to fragment with many [[Imperial Warlord|Imperial Warlords]] going rogue.

*'''[[5 ABY]]''' [[New Republic Era]]
**The [[Alliance of Free Planets]] is reorganised into the [[New Republic]].

*'''[[7 ABY]]''' [[New Republic Era]]
** The [[New Republic]] captures [[Coruscant]].

*'''[[9 ABY]]''' [[New Republic Era]]
**[[Grand Admiral]] [[Thrawn]] returns from the [[Unknown Regions]] and begins to reunify the [[Galactic Empire]] and recruits the mad clone [[Dark Jedi Master]] [[Joruus C'baoth]] to his cause. After almost bringing the [[New Republic]] to its knees, [[Thrawn]] is defeated when his own [[Noghri]] bodyguards betray him.

*'''[[10 ABY]]''' [[New Republic Era]]
**Reborn into a clone body, [[Emperor]] [[Palpatine]] returns to reunify the [[Galactic Empire]] and reclaim [[Coruscant]]. Launching attacks from his throneworld [[Byss]] in the [[Deep Core]], the resurrected [[Emperor]] threatens to destroy the [[New Republic]]. [[Luke Skywalker]] briefly falls to the [[Dark Side|dark side]] before being redeemed by his [[Leia Organa Solo|sister]].
**[[Palpatine]] is betrayed by one of his own [[Royal Guardsman|Royal Guards]], [[Carnor Jax]]. Jax, an aspiring [[Sith Lord]] and [[Lumiya]]'s new apprentice, has the [[Emperor]]'s supply of clones sabotaged.

=== [[New Republic Era]] ===

*'''[[11 ABY]]''' (1995) [[New Republic Era]]
**The reborn [[Emperor]] is defeated by the [[Jedi]] on [[Onderon]].
**The [[Galactic Empire]] briefly falls under the rule of [[Carnor Jax]] as [[Emperor]] until he is killed by the [[Royal Guardsman]] [[Kir Kanos]].
**The [[Yuuzhan Vong]] agent [[Nom Anor]] helps to further destabilise the [[Galactic Empire|Imperial Remnant]], planting evidence that aides [[Kir Kanos]] in eliminating the surviving members of the [[Imperial Ruling Council]], ending with [[Emperor]] [[Xandel Carivus]].
**After the death of the [[Imperial Ruling Council]], the [[Galactic Empire]] falls under the command of [[Admiral]] [[Daala]] as [[Supreme Commander]] of the Imperial Fleet.
**[[Luke Skywalker]] founds the [[Jedi Praxeum]] on [[Yavin IV]]. [[Exar Kun]]'s spirit is destroyed.
**[[Kane Vader|Kane]] returns from exile and becomes [[Dark Lord of the Sith]]. The [[Dark Brotherhood]] is established.
**[[Kane Vader|Kane]] departs, [[Jedgar O. Paladin]] becomes the new [[Dark Lord of the Sith|Dark Lord]].

*'''[[12 ABY]]''' (1996) [[New Republic Era]]
**[[Admiral]] [[Daala]] is defeated and makes [[Admiral]] [[Gilad Pellaeon]] [[Supreme Commander]].
**The [[Galactic Empire]] fragments and becomes the [[Galactic Empire|Imperial Remnant]]. [[Admiral]] [[Pellaeon]] orders what is left of the [[Galactic Empire|Empire]] to withdraw from the [[Core Worlds|Core]].
**[[Desann]], a [[Dark Jedi]] from the [[Empire Reborn]], uses the [[Valley of the Jedi]] to augment his followers with the [[Force]] and mounts an unsuccessful attack on the [[Jedi Praxeum]].
**[[Kreeyat Havok]] becomes the new [[Dark Lord of the Sith]].

*'''[[13 ABY]]''' (1997) [[New Republic Era]]
**The [[Crona|Other]] becomes [[Dark Lord of the Sith]].
**[[First Brotherhood Civil War]]; after unearthing the ruins of an ancient [[Obelisk]] temple, the [[Crona|Other]] resurrects the [[Obelisk Order]] before abdicating the [[Iron Throne]] and fleeing the [[Dark Brotherhood]] to pursue his own ends. He is hunted down and killed by [[Jac Cotelin]].
**[[Jac Cotelin]] succeeds the [[Crona|Other]] as [[Dark Lord of the Sith]].
**Using the information contained in one of the [[holocron]]s from the [[Obelisk Order|Obelisk]] ruins, [[Jac Cotelin]] resurrects the concept of the [[Star Chamber]], itself based on the [[Sith Council]] of the [[Old Sith Empire]], as an advisory body to the [[Dark Lord of the Sith]].

*'''[[14 ABY]]''' (1998) [[New Republic Era]]
**[[Lumiya]] kills her former apprentice [[Flint]] on [[Belderone]].
**[[Tavion]], the [[Dark Jedi]] apprentice of [[Desann]], attempts to resurrect [[Marka Ragnos]] but is defeated by [[Jaden Korr]].
**[[Justinian Khyron]] becomes [[Dark Lord of the Sith]].

*'''[[15 ABY]]''' (1999) [[New Republic Era]]
**[[Stryker]] briefly becomes [[Dark Lord of the Sith|Dark Lord]] before the return of [[Justinian Khyron|Khyron]].
**[[Thedek]] becomes [[Dark Lord of the Sith]].

*'''[[16 ABY]]''' (2000) [[New Republic Era]]
**[[Archibald Zoraan]] becomes [[Dark Lord of the Sith]].

*'''[[17 ABY]]''' (2001) [[New Republic Era]]
**The [[Third Great War]] erupts between the [[Clan|Clans]] after the discovery of an ancient suit of [[Dark Armor]].
**[[Archibald Zoraan]] is driven mad by the [[Dark Armor]] and is deposed following an unsuccessful rebellion, he is succeeded by [[Chi-Long]].
**[[Firefox]] becomes [[Dark Lord of the Sith]].

*'''[[18 ABY]]''' (2002) [[New Republic Era]]
**After uncovering clues to the location from the Obelisk ruins, [[Firefox]] dispatches agents to the ancient home of the [[Star Chamber]], [[Antei]].

*'''[[19 ABY]]''' (2003) [[New Republic Era]]
**As tension between the [[Dark Brotherhood]] and the [[Galactic Empire|Imperial Remnant]] escalate, the [[Fourth Great War]] erupts between the Clans.
**[[Grand Admiral]] [[Gilad Pellaeon]] convinces the [[Galactic Empire|Imperial Remnant]] to declare peace with the [[New Republic]].
**The [[Exodus]]; the [[Dark Brotherhood]] secedes from the [[Galactic Empire|Imperial Remnant]].

*'''[[20 ABY]]''' (Nov 2003) [[New Republic Era]]
**The [[Dark Council]] solidifies its control over [[Antei]] while the [[Clan]]s spread out into their own territories.

*'''[[21 ABY]]''' (Apr 2004) [[New Republic Era]]
**[[Antaran War]]; the [[Dark Brotherhood]] conquers the [[Antares System]].
**[[Fifth Great War]]; a mind controlling plague spreads through the [[Dark Brotherhood]], eventually its source, the ancient [[Sith Lord]] [[Okemi]], is defeated by [[Firefox]].

*'''[[22 ABY]]''' (Nov 2004) [[New Republic Era]]
**The [[New Republic]] begins to establish formal relations with the [[Chiss Ascendancy]] after the ruins of the [[Outbound Flight Project]] are rediscovered.
**[[Jac Cotelin]] becomes [[Dark Lord of the Sith]] for a second time.
**[[K'hamar'a War]]; the mysterious [[K'hamar'a]] cult infiltrate the [[Dark Brotherhood]] to steal back several artefacts. The [[Dark Brotherhood]] invades the K'hamar'a homeworld.

*'''[[23 ABY]]''' (Apr 2005) [[New Republic Era]]
**The [[Second Imperium]]'s [[Dark Jedi]] [[Shadow Academy (Second Imperium)|Shadow Academy]] is destroyed along with most of its students.
**[[Conquest of Coratua]]; the [[Dark Council]] decide to invade the nearby [[Coratua System]], fearing the growing pirate presence there may draw unwanted attention from the [[New Republic]].

*'''[[24 ABY]]''' (Nov 2005) [[New Republic Era]]
**Tensions between the Clans increase after a number of mishaps almost escalate to all out war in the [[Aranna Incident|Aranna]] and [[Selen Incident]]s.

=== [[New Jedi Order Era]] ===

*'''[[25 ABY]]''' (Apr 2006) [[New Jedi Order Era]]
**[[Brotherhood Civil War]]; after it emerges [[Jac Cotelin]] has been using a clone of himself, [[Jaac Cotelin]], the [[Dark Brotherhood]] decends into chaos, with both [[Grand Master|Grand Masters]] claiming to be the true [[Dark Lord of the Sith]]. Eventually [[Jac Cotelin]] destroys the clone.
**The [[Yuuzhan Vong]] invade the [[Galaxy]].

=== Present Day ===

*'''[[26 ABY]]''' (Nov 2006) [[New Jedi Order Era]]
**The [[Yuuzhan Vong]] invade [[Yavin IV]], driving the [[New Jedi Order]] into exile.
**[[Ben Skywalker]], son [[Luke Skywalker]] and [[Mara Jade Skywalker]], is born.

*'''[[27 ABY]]''' (Apr 2007) [[New Jedi Order Era]]
**The [[Yuuzhan Vong]] capture [[Coruscant]]. The [[New Republic]] is disbanded and reorganised into the [[Galactic Federation of Free Alliances]].
**[[Jacen Solo]] is captured by the [[Yuuzhan Vong]]. [[Vergere]], a former student of [[Palpatine]], begins to induct him into the [[Sith]] ways.
**[[Anakin Solo]] is killed.

*'''[[28 ABY]]''' (Nov 2007) [[New Jedi Order Era]]
**The [[Yuuzhan Vong]] invade [[Imperial Remnant|Imperial Space]].

*'''[[29 ABY]]''' (Apr 2008) [[New Jedi Order Era]]
**The [[Yuuzhan Vong]] are driven off [[Mandalore (planet)|Mandalore]] by the [[Mandalorian Protectors]] under the leadership of [[Mandalore]] [[Boba Fett]].

*'''[[30 ABY]]''' (Nov 2008) [[New Jedi Order Era]]
**The [[Yuuzhan Vong]] [[Supreme Overlord]] [[Shimrra Jamaane]] and the [[Shamed One]] [[Onimi]] are defeated by [[Luke Skywalker]] and [[Jacen Solo]]. Without a [[Supreme Overlord]] the [[Yuuzhan Vong]] are defeated. [[Warmaster]] [[Nas Choka]] surrenders and the [[Yuuzhan Vong]] are sent to live on [[Zonama Sekot]] in the [[Unknown Regions]].

*c. '''[[30 ABY]]''' (Nov 2008) [[New Jedi Order Era]]
**[[Darth Krayt]] begins forming his [[New Sith Order]] on [[Korriban]].

*'''[[31 ABY]]''' (Apr 2009) [[New Jedi Order Era]]

*'''[[32 ABY]]''' (Nov 2009) [[New Jedi Order Era]]

*'''[[33 ABY]]''' (Apr 2010) [[New Jedi Order Era]]

*'''[[34 ABY]]''' (Nov 2010) [[New Jedi Order Era]]

*'''[[35 ABY]]''' (Apr 2011) [[New Jedi Order Era]]
**The [[Killik|Killiks]] threaten to plunge the whole [[Galaxy]] into war after assimilating the feelings of the [[Dark Jedi]] [[Lomi Plo]] into their collective mind. A border dispute erupts between the [[Killik]] [[Colony]] and the [[Chiss Ascendancy]].

*'''[[36 ABY]]''' (Nov 2011) [[New Jedi Order Era]]
**The [[Swarm War]] is prevented after [[Luke Skywalker]] slays [[Lomi Plo]], restoring peace to the [[Colony]].
**[[Allana]], daughter of [[Jacen Solo]] and [[Tenel Ka]], is born.

*'''[[37 ABY]]''' (Apr 2012) [[New Jedi Order Era]]

*'''[[38 ABY]]''' (Nov 2012) [[New Jedi Order Era]]

*'''[[39 ABY]]''' (Apr 2013) [[New Jedi Order Era]]

=== [[Legacy Era]] ===

*'''[[40 ABY]]''' (Nov 2013) [[Legacy Era]]
**[[Lumiya]], the [[Dark Lady of the Sith]], orchestrates a series of events that threaten to plunge the [[Galactic Alliance]] into civil war with the [[Corellian System]].
**[[Jacen Solo]] is inducted into the [[Sith]] by [[Lumiya]].
**[[Jacen Solo]] is made [[Colonel]] of the [[Galactic Alliance Guard]].

*c. '''[[127 ABY]]''' [[Legacy Era]]
**The [[New Sith Order]] sabotage the [[Ossus Project]], an attempt to utilise [[Yuuzhan Vong]] biotechnology to restore the ecosystems of desolate worlds. After the project backfires, causing mutations among the planets' inhabitants, public animosity toward the [[Yuuzhan Vong]] grows, with some claiming the damage was deliberate.

*'''[[127 ABY]]''' [[Legacy Era]]
**The reorganised [[Galactic Empire]] capitalises on the situation, turning against the [[Yuuzhan Vong]] while the [[Galactic Alliance]] continue to defend the project. Invoking the [[Treaty of Anaxes]] the [[Galactic Empire]] declares war on the [[Galactic Alliance]] beginning the [[Sith-Imperial War]].
**During the [[Sith-Imperial War]] the [[New Sith Order]] reveals itself to the [[Galaxy]], siding with the [[Galactic Empire]]. The [[New Jedi Order]] realise what has occured but are unable to prove the [[Sith]] involvement.

*'''[[129 ABY]]''' [[Legacy Era]]
**The [[Sith-Imperial War]] ends with the defeat of the [[Galactic Alliance]]. The [[Galactic Empire]] reclaims control of [[Coruscant]] but their victory is short-lived when the [[Dark Lord of the Sith]], [[Darth Krayt]], attempts to assassinate the [[Emperor]], [[Roan Fel]], and declares himself [[Emperor]]. The [[Moff Council]] swears allegiance to [[Emperor]] [[Krayt]] while [[Roan Fel]] flees into exile.
**[[Kol Skywalker]] is killed defending the [[Jedi Praxeum]] on [[Ossus]].
**[[Cade Skywalker]] disappears and is presumed dead.

*'''[[137 ABY]]''' [[Legacy Era]]
**[[Cade Skywalker]] reemerges to embark on a quest to save the galaxy from the [[New Sith Order]].

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