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<p>Vivackus: Administrative edits, since I&#039;m not in the rogues any more and I&#039;m Consul now.</p> <hr /> <div>{{Eras|new|njo|djb}}<br /> {{Character<br /> |type=Sith<br /> |image=[[File:Viv DJK.jpg|250px]]<br /> |firstname=Vivackus Kavon di Plagia<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form=[[Dun Moch]]<br /> |fightingstyle=n/a<br /> |position=[[Consul]], ACC Judge<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Plagueis]]<br /> |dossier=[[dossier:9219|9219]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> [[Vivackus Kavon di Plagia]] is a Human [[Sith Battlelord]]. Born on Coruscant to the upper class, he became a member of the [[starwars:New Jedi Order|New Jedi Order]]. Having been unable to prevent the death of his parents, he forsook the Jedi and roamed the galaxy for several years before discovering the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. Vivackus has been a member of [[Plagueis]] since leaving the [[Shadow Academy]]. After a short stint the [[Rogues]], Vivackus has returned to step in as [[Consul]].<br /> <br /> == Character History ==<br /> === Prologue (3 ABY - 26 ABY) ===<br /> [[File:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|150px|left|Coruscant]]<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister, Allana. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. He had grown up hearing stories of the great and noble deeds of the Jedi, and Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]]. <br /> <br /> ==== Jedi Training ====<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy on Coruscant. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive and determination that surprised even him. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ==== All Dreams Must End ====<br /> {{Quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[File:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corporation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ==== Eclipse (23 ABY) ====<br /> {{Quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> <br /> By 23 ABY, Vivackus had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly prevent Vivackus from handling the situation objectively. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but Vivackus stubbornly refused to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus had become personal.<br /> <br /> [[File:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus at the thought that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to kill the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Coruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial.<br /> <br /> ==== No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY) ====<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> === Dark Brotherhood-Journeyman ===<br /> {{Quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of a member of the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] who happened to be traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The Dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ==== The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY) ====<br /> {{Quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> <br /> [[File:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ==== War of Ascension (28 ABY) ====<br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daughter, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a stark contrast from the broken individual Vivackus had been after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, and Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[File:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> It confused Vivackus greatly that Elizabeth would want to stay with one who had been responsible for the destruction of much she had held dear. For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his time in the Dark Brotherhood. Vivackus came dangerously close to killing Elizabeth multiple times though without admitting it, he had begun to have feelings for her. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, but during their time together she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerrilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ==== Tipping Point (29 ABY) ====<br /> {{Quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[File:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|150px|right|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Even with the knowledge that Elizabeth remained safe, Vivackus still felt himself drawing on the Dark Side while he killed Calliban Crimson. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either seen through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth in the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ==== Stretching the Wings (30 ABY) ====<br /> {{Quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, upon receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. <br /> <br /> === Dark Brotherhood-Equite ===<br /> ==== Of Masters and Students ====<br /> Though not an apprentice any more, Vivackus still felt in the shadow of Kal. He was smart enough to guess - and had been taught well enough to know - that the end of his apprenticeship did not mean that he had successfully severed all ties with the elder Sith. Having devoted the duration of his time in the Brotherood to the goal of controlling his own future, knowing that Kal still had a hold over him was maddening. Vivackus appointed his former master to the position of Aedile partly because, though he would not openly admit it, he still had much to learn from Kal, but also because he wished to keep as close an eye on the Warrior as he could.<br /> <br /> To that end, Vivackus decided to take an apprentice himself. He found his student in the young [[Jaek Aralias]] in House Exar Kun. The young Acolyte was ambitious, had potential, and most importantly, had yet to fall under Kal's gaze. It was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to take an apprentice, but then again, it was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to lead a house, and as Quaestor, Vivackus needed all the allies he could secure. <br /> [[File:Jaek.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Vivackus' new apprentice, Jaek]]<br /> <br /> ==== Great Jedi War IX:Unification ====<br /> {{Quote|War is Hell... just as it should be.|Vivackus Kavon}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus took Jaek under his wing, in secret at first. Before his formal training were to begin, however, Vivackus wanted to make sure Jaek was able to fend for himself in the [[Ninth Great Jedi War]]. This initial distancing was partly to make sure that their relationship was not discovered until as late as possible, but also influenced by the fact that Vivackus had little time to spare as a Quaestor and Brigadier General of Clan Plagueis' armed forces.<br /> <br /> For almost half the war, Vivackus had his hands full dealing with the droid forces of the Jedi Leader [[Omancor Crask]], but eventually, the inevitable happened, and Kal discovered Vivackus' apprentice. It was then that Vivackus formally accepted the role of Master to Jaek.<br /> <br /> The war continued on, and for the time being, there was no time for internal squabbles. Clan Plagueis worked as a unit to slowly, but systematically push back Crask's forces and hold the objectives given to them by the Dark Council. One of the most important of these was the capturing of a droid communications array in north Adas. After teams of Plagueians fought through waves of droids to make it into the bunker, they were then confronted by several of Krask's Jedi. Having split up into two groups, Vivackus and Kal found themselves fighting a Cathar alone. Kal had been previously wounded and had not had the necessary time to fully heal, while Vivackus' own skill and power with the force was not great enough to defeat the Cathar alone. Before the Jedi was able to strike Vivackus down, Kal leapt to his former apprentice's aid, losing three limbs in the process. Using this distraction, Vivackus was able to kill the Cathar Jedi. With the opposing Jedi defeated, the Clan Plagueis forces were able to secure the communications array.<br /> <br /> The tides of war were finally turning and near to the war's end, Vivackus was rewarded by a promotion to Sith Warrior. After the war, under murky circumstances, Jaek disappeared from Clan Plagueis. Records unclear about the nature of his departure and Viv has never elaborated on the subject.<br /> <br /> ==== A Clan in Turmoil (31 ABY) ====<br /> In the aftermath of the Great Jedi War, [[Alaris Jinn]] saw his chance to take control of Clan Plagueis. While Braecen remained on Antei following the War, Alaris began securing loyalties within the Clan back on Jusadih. Alaris offered Vivackus the position of Proconsul in return for his loyalty. Unbeknownst to him, however, Braecen had anticipated this, and Viv became a double agent in what would later be called the War of Two Consuls.<br /> <br /> The conflict began with the capture of the Clan's Rollmaster, [[Cethgus Kuga]]. Alaris knew that his coup would never succeed with the Rollmaster interfering. Cethgus and Vivackus had never seen eye to eye, and Alaris captured the Zabrak, and delivering him to Morroth. House Exar Kun's Quaestor, [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth]] took this action for what it was, a sign of rebellion against Consul Braecen Kaeth. Mobilizing Exar Kun's forces, the Quaestor mounted a full-scale rescue mission for Cethgus. Unbeknownst to him, however, Alaris had counted on this. With his select group of members loyal to himself, Alaris stormed the lightly guarded Dark Tower and declared himself Consul. <br /> <br /> Vivackus showed greater foresight than Yzarc. While he could have easily killed Cethgus in captivity, Vivackus left him completely unguarded, instead focusing his efforts to ensuring that Alpha Base sustain as few casualties as possible. Inevitably, Yzarc and the forces of Exar Kun caputred Alpha Base and rescued Cethgus. Upon release, Cethgus went straight for Vivackus.<br /> <br /> The duel in the Quaestor's office was short, but brutal, and Vivackus was resoundly beaten. Before any permanent damage was done, Yzarc ordered a stop to the fight, demanding Vivackus tell him why Alpha Base fell so easily. It was then that Vivackus revealed his true allegiance to Braecen. His real goal the entire time was to ensure that the Clan as a whole suffer as little as possible when Alaris made his inevitable move. Yzarc halted the attack, and the united Plagueis returned to Kapsina. Before the entire Clan broke out into chaos, Braecen appeared in the throne room and attacked Alaris. It was then that Alaris revealed his secret weapon, in the form of [[Arion Sunrider]]. Arion joined the fight with Alaris against the Elder Consul. Braecen was pushed back, behind the throne room and out of sight of the Clan. Only Alaris and Arion emerged. <br /> <br /> ==== Darkest Before Dawn (32 ABY) ====<br /> With Braecen gone, continuing to oppose Alaris would have been a futile endeavor. Alaris never intended to give Vivackus the position of Proconsul, that honor was reserved for Arion. Rather than punishing Vivackus for double crossing him, Alaris decided to call them even, and allowed Vivackus to remain Quaestor of House Satal Keto.<br /> <br /> The reign of Consul Jinn proved to be one of disarray. Alaris lacked the personal magnetism of his predecessor, and rumors circulated the Clan that Braecen was still alive, having retreated to Clan Arcona. Alaris was unable to quash these rumors, and one by one, several influential members left Plagueis, in search of the former Consul. The Clan was in almost complete chaos when Proconsul Arion mysteriously disappeared as well. Having few other options, Alaris reached out to Vivackus, appointing him the new Proconsul. Vivackus would help unite the tattered Clan.<br /> <br /> It proved to be no small order. Grandmaster [[Muz Ashen]] called the Clans into contest on Salas V. Clan Plagueis failed to defeat a single rival Clan. Only time will tell if Vivackus can help Alaris right Clan Plagueis. While the event may have been a failure for the Clan at large, Vivackus caught the eye of the Dark Council. The Sith was offered the position of [[Combat Master]] over the [[Antei Combat Center]], and [[Praetor]] to the first [[Voice of the Brotherhood]], [[Halcyon Taldrya]].<br /> <br /> === New Management (33-38 ABY ===<br /> <br /> (work in progress...)<br /> <br /> == Personality and Physical Description ==<br /> === Personality ===<br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around some of his superiors, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. This air is only ever dropped to aid in intimidation, or in times of great distress. Underneath it all, Vivackus has become more like Kal than either of them would admit. <br /> <br /> === Appearance and Attire ===<br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.) This too, is intentional, as it serves as an easy barometer for Vivackus to determine the skills of others.<br /> <br /> == DJB Facts ==<br /> === Students ===<br /> Vivackus has thus far mentored three students to the rank of Dark Jedi Knight.<br /> <br /> *[[Jaek Aralias]]<br /> *Kodais Solatus<br /> *[[Du'moth]]<br /> *Hazah<br /> <br /> <br /> {{Positions}}<br /> {{Succession box<br /> |title=[[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Plagueis]]<br /> |years=28 ABY<br /> |before=[[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> |after=[[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{Succession box<br /> |title=Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> |years=29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> |before= [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> |after=[[Sanguinius Tsucyra]]<br /> }}<br /> {{Succession box<br /> |title=[[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]] <br /> |years=30 ABY<br /> |before=[[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]]<br /> |after=[[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{Succession box<br /> |title=[[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> |years=30 ABY - 31 ABY <br /> |before=[[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]]<br /> |after=[[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{Succession box<br /> |title=[[Proconsul]] of Clan [[Plagueis]]<br /> |years=31 ABY - 33 ABY<br /> |before=[[Arion Sunrider]]<br /> |after=Dissolved<br /> }}<br /> {{Succession box<br /> |title=[[Combat Master]]<br /> |years=33 ABY<br /> |before=[[Seraine &quot;Erinyes&quot; Ténama]]<br /> |after=[[Timeros Caesus Entar Arconae]]<br /> }}<br /> {{Succession box<br /> |title=[[Praetor]] to the [[Voice of the Brotherhood]]<br /> |years=33 ABY<br /> |before=Inaugural<br /> |after=Unknown<br /> }}<br /> {{Succession box<br /> |title=[[Consul]] of [[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |years=38 ABY<br /> |before=[[Aabsdu Dupar]]<br /> |after=current<br /> }}<br /> {{End}}<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Plagueis]]<br /> [[Category:Di Plagia]]<br /> [[Category:DJB Characters]]</div>

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<p>Vivackus: Sorry about all the edits.</p> <hr /> <div>{{Planet<br /> |image=[[image:Kapsina.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Sigil 1: Kapsina<br /> |region=Core Worlds<br /> |sector=<br /> |system=[[Jusadih System]]<br /> |suns=Sigil<br /> |moons=Nasva<br /> |coord=<br /> |distance=<br /> |class=<br /> |diameter=<br /> |atmosphere=Breathable<br /> |climate=Arid<br /> |gravity=0.99 Factors<br /> |terrain=Mountainous, Barren<br /> |interest=<br /> |lengthday=38 Hours<br /> |lengthyear=194 Days<br /> |species=Human<br /> |otherspecies=Myrsei<br /> |language=Basic<br /> |population=27.3 Million<br /> |cities=Sapientia, Polleo, Dicio, Ellesmeria, Quies<br /> |imports=Lumber, Livestock<br /> |exports=Alloy, Duracrete, Transpara-Steel<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> Capital of the Jusadih System and headquarters of [[Clan Plagueis]], Kapsina, once a planet of massive oceans, underwent the devastation of Jusadih’s sun, Sigil, turning the once luscious planet into a dry, desolate landscape. Kapsina is composed of five continents: Kurast, Calimcha, Asinai, Schall, Khanduras. Kapsina possesses two Adegan crystal veins, giving the planet great importance to the Dark Jedi. Kapsina was spared by the invasion of the Yuuzhan Vong, but afterwards housed both Clan Plagueis and [[House Exar Kun]] due to the devastation of [[Aerun]].<br /> <br /> == History ==<br /> <br /> Once the star Sigil came into existence, the debris slowly began to cluster, grouping into a form. The first such mass became designated as Sigil 1 and was later named after the scientist that discovered the planet, Dr. Kapsina. The report was lost however in the antiquated Old Republic's database, to go undiscovered and largely unpopulated until the Yuzhan Vong pressed people from the Core worlds towards the salvation and tranquility of the Outer Rim, which had become docile in comparison to the losing war the New Republic had been waging.<br /> <br /> But Kapsina had changed since her initial discovery, the voluminous water planet had been subject to Sigil's heat. The water had first begun to boil, moving into massive cloud cover and strangling all but the most resilient forms of life. The result was vast amounts of arid land, compacted by a slightly heavier gravity compared to Sigil 2, Aerun. Yet riches were found by those whom searched, the first such culture was the Myrsei - a self sustaining culture that lives in harmony with the ground, working each day to perfect themselves and their art. And soon the planet began to draw others, each interested in the planet's geology. Thus the population grew rapidly as new fortunes were mined from the planet's depths.<br /> <br /> Mining corporations soon became vast expansive centers of population and civilization, the wives and children of miners filling the newly constructed homes and schools, while the men risked the perils of the mines. And when the children grew up, they would bolster the miner's numbers - filling the voids of those lost previously.<br /> <br /> Soon the [[Dark Brotherhood]] took interest in the planet, realizing the benefits of having a direct interest invested into a source for necessary materials for their force: Starfighters and Capitol Ships. The [[Dark Council]] sent an [[Envoy]], whom not only scouted the planet, but purchased an upstart mining corporation that would later provide a considerable amount of materials needed to construct the Antei Defense Groups. And so it remained until twenty two years after the Battle of Yavin. When the emergence of a new clan, [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]], drew designs upon the riches hidden in the Jusadih System. From the depths of the [[Acarr System]] they fled, leaving behind a faltering economy to the trade strong Jusadih. There a monumental base of operations was constructed within the grounds of their company, Ellesmeria. And thus the home of Clan Plagueis and the meddling of Dark Jedi fell upon the planet like a black curtain.<br /> <br /> When the Yuuzhan Vong invaded the system in 27 ABY, Kapsina was fourth in line of their route, right after [[Shintera]]. Luckily, however, the Vong fleet was pulled back, and Kapsina was spared. Repercussions were still felt, however, as both [[Sistros Acquisitions and Holdings]] and [[House Exar Kun]] were forced to set up HQs on the planet due to the damage done to their own planets, Shintera and [[Aerun]], respectively. This initial influx of refugees caused a definite strain upon the static population. Many such refugee camps needed immediate resources in order to function. However, after these circumstances became the status quo, the refugees were able to begin contributing to the planet's economy in such a way that more than replaced the original loss of resources.<br /> <br /> All things considered, Kapsina is currently enjoying a time of relative peace and stability. <br /> <br /> == Satellite Description ==<br /> <br /> === Nasva ===<br /> <br /> [[Image:Nasva.jpg|thumb|right|200 px|Nasva, Moon of Sigil 1: Kapsina]]A single moon orbits Kapsina, half the size of Aerun's moons, an uneven chunk of what could have once been a part of the planet. It is a score of jagged peaks and treacherous valleys -- and with no atmosphere it will not naturally support indigenous life or evolution. The ground is an unfathomable black, as if ash litters the entire surface. However, surprisingly, it is incredibly rich in minerals. The satellite is 'off-limits' per request of the Ruling Council. Some believe it has been abandoned because it is home to a resistance group, the Disciples of the Black Hand. It is possible they are using abandoned research outposts on the surface as headquarters.<br /> <br /> == Planet Geography (by continent) ==<br /> <br /> ===Kurast ===<br /> <br /> In the northeast, from the shores of Khanduras, rests a land composed of sand and clay. The land is pocketed with natural caves, that are prone to complete collapses at the slightest tremor. Which have a tendency to rack the land almost weekly and in the most unpredictable manner - the only constant is that it will happen. Yet, the miners still venture out into the flat land, daring the holes, to harvest the small mountains and strip mines. The sand and clay do not hold temperature well, the average temperature runs 45 degrees F to 65 degrees F.<br /> <br /> === Calimcha ===<br /> <br /> The large continent that rests in the north western corner, it is dominated by rugged mountains and large dunes, all of which is second to the perilous lava flows that span the land. Yet the ground yields the necessary ingredient/compound for Duracrete. Many will venture into the deadly ravines, daring the rivers of lava to harvest resources. Only one expanse of safe land exists, there a corporation and city have arisen. Due to the molten activity spanning the land the continent runs from 75 degrees F to over 100 degrees F, depending on the location.<br /> <br /> === Asinai === <br /> [[Image:Kapsina_Barrens.jpg|thumb|right|250 px|The Barrens of Kapsina]]<br /> <br /> The southeast is dominated by the presence of a tiered continent, for it's vast differences in topography. Upon the far east coast runs a mountain range where large deposits of alloy are mined and refined in the headquarters of a nearby corporation/city. From there to the far west, runs the expanse known as the 'barrens', a vast stretch of nothingness. It has become a wasteland, a deposit for outdated machinery from all of the planet's miners. The winds constantly blow from the west, causing the temperatures to be relatively cold, 35 degrees F to 75 degrees F. Depending on how far one is across the barrens.<br /> <br /> === Schall ===<br /> <br /> Southwest from the shores of Khanduras, Schall was once a profitable source of exotic metals. But the land was soon depleted and sold to the earliest inhabitants of Kapsina, an ancient culture known as the Myrsei. It is home of the last Adegan vein, which infuriates the local Dark Jedi populace. At it's center is a lone mountain, an active volcano - its outline dominates the skyline and causes a great deal of interference to advanced technology. A single coast has been cleared and leveled by the Myrsei, it is there they live and work. Though what they do is largely left to speculation and bits of truth. The land is greatly unknown due to the interference.<br /> <br /> === Khanduras ===<br /> <br /> The central continent and center of trade, other continents will ship their finished products here awaiting shipments to be sent off-world to Shintura or other buyers. The landscape is a dusty, arid and reaches oppressively into the distance, only to be broken by the timid seas surrounding it or the massive 'spine' that runs through the middle of the continent. The temperatures are consistent and range from 60 degrees F to 80 degrees F. It is also home to one of the two Adegan veins; this one is controlled by agents of Clan Plagueis.<br /> <br /> == Cities ==<br /> <br /> === Sapientia ===<br /> [[Image:Kapsina-Sapientia.jpg|thumb|right|200 px|Sapientia]]<br /> <br /> The city of Wisdom, is designed to be efficient and effective. The Master Architects have pre-determined the exact layout, causing no room for error. But the result is a maze of buildings and streets that are identical in everything except name and hue. At the center of Sapientia is the processing plant, there they manufacture the mined materials into refined goods for export. The colony is rich in life, expanding its culture instead of its pocket book. Thus, the Ruling Council has little to criticize, though they keep a militia nearby. <br /> <br /> Several notable structures are the museum, which explains a great deal of planet history. The Auditorium, a massive chamber designed for speakers, conventions and provides the necessary space for entertainment. And lastly, on the perimeter rest the garages, which house all of Sapientia's portable mining equipment. As they spend top dollar on their city, they also have purchased some of the finest equipment on the planet -- it even exceeds the technology used in Ellesmeria, albeit, slightly.<br /> <br /> === Dicio ===<br /> <br /> The sovereign city is the oldest, possibly most outdated corporation in the galaxy's existence. Which means it is the oldest city, most of its structures dating back to the time period of the Old Republic, which was a time of elegant stone work and masonry, though the tranquil, bright stones have now been washed dark by the arid ecosystem. The technology is grossly outdated as well, not having been updated since the Emperor perished above the skies of Endor. Yet what they lack in ability the have made up with experience. The buildings are sturdy and regularly repaired, providing necessary shelter for the inhabitants. And the miners are well trained, using time-tested processes that yield excellent results, giving boons to the civilization when they ship their goods off-world.<br /> <br /> This has allowed for the purchase of a massive construct plant, where parts for star fighters are being created. The parts are later shipped off-world for assembly. And recently the corporation has invested large amounts of money into producing Capitol ship parts which are exclusively sold to the Ellesmeria Corporation.<br /> <br /> === Polleo ===<br /> [[Image:Kapsina-Polleo.jpg|thumb|right|200 px|The City of Polleo]]<br /> <br /> The city of Power, the corporation was named by it's opponents in the early days because they held so much power by their immense work force, a slave population. Originally a slave drive company and city, the old remnants of town can be seen on the Eastern horizon. Then it was populated with massive jailhouses where several people were forced into tight confines, given extremely poor rations and paid miserly wages. Yet new laws from the Ruling Council forced the corporation to swell from slavery to citizenship, as they were released from their bondage. The result was a haphazard arrangement of homes, stores and mining complexes. This city is spread over a great expanse, the resources are also spread across the distance, ultimately proving highly indefensible if an outside force were to attack.<br /> <br /> The large central population gives Polleo a strong work force that is mobile and desperate for money, thus driving them to work in the dangerous environment - as they strive to earn their wages. <br /> <br /> Topographical scans have given the Brotherhood a map of the twisting, sprawling city - yet it would still be considerably hard to navigate without prior experience.<br /> <br /> === Quies ===<br /> <br /> The home city of the Myrsei, it is largely unknown as the borders are forcefully and dutifully guarded by the citizens. <br /> <br /> === Ellesmeria ===<br /> <br /> Once known as Caldus, the City of Passion, it was renamed immediately after a dark clad envoy from Antei purchased the corporation. And though the Brotherhood has always owned the city, it has never been run by a Dark Jedi; left to the capable minds and hands of miners. Even after the city was 'given' by the Dark Council to the Clan, it is yet to be seen if they shall allow them to retain it. For the Brotherhood left the men and women to their own devices, and a experienced leader arose with ceaseless funds from the Dark Jedi - a wondrous city arose.<br /> <br /> It is the equivalent to Byss, where the buildings are uniformly smooth, and the beauty flowing across the expanse of the town. Each building melds into the overall image, the colors gently shifting from brilliant to dull with each connected walkway and passage. The largest difference from Byss is the fact that most of the buildings do not reach higher than two stories in the air, allowing the skyline to be dominated by several prominent locations: The factories, spaceport and an outlying structure, the Dark Tower.<br /> <br /> Wealth and considerable luck have given the corporation the ability to export materials and purchase a space platform, which is recently in construction - orbiting Kapsina - and will have the ability to build Capitol Ships, as well as repair vessels. It should not go without mention Ellesmeria also has direct access to the Adegan vein of Khanduras - strangely all mined material is transported to the Dark Tower.<br /> <br /> Ellesmeria is also well known as the home of Kapsina's main Army. Accordingly, several sections of the city are zoned off for military detail only. In the aftermath of the [[Eighth Great Jedi War]], many of [[House Exar Kun]]'s Obelisks have taken up shelter with their non-Jedi peers. While this relationship was rather imposed at first, the main Army soon found they could learn much from the Jedi refugees. For the time being, the relationship is bearing much fruit.<br /> <br /> == Landmarks ==<br /> <br /> '''Land's End'''<br /> <br /> At the end of the barrens, an expansive cliff that drops into the sea. The face of the drop is pocketed with caves that are inhabited by an odd winged creature that till this day has not been identified, but is potentially dangerous to any living thing.<br /> <br /> '''Dragon Forge'''<br /> <br /> The legendary forge of the Myrsei, it is said that weapons, armor, even ships of great power are crafted and made under the divine eye of the smiths. Though none of the ancient smiths have been seen since the beginning, it is said that their spirit roams the Forge.<br /> <br /> '''Phoenix Falls'''<br /> <br /> A meeting place of several rivers of lava, they slowly fall over the lip of a mountain creating an effect that appears like a waterfall. May have unknown uses, geothermically stays at 500 degrees F. Though a site that is exquisite it is hardly worth the risk to see in person, because it might be your life. <br /> <br /> '''Gates of Vlagrand'''<br /> <br /> A critical pass that has been sculpted in an ornate, forgotten fashion from days long past. It is a defensive 'choke point' for people to pass through, the Ruling Council has decided to place a militia here. <br /> <br /> '''Dragon's Graveyard'''<br /> <br /> Once a piece has achieved the rank of 'legendary' amongst the Myrsei culture it is worn by the creator until the end of days. When the maker perishes, their pieces of legendary quality are retired to the graveyard - a small shrine is built in honor of both crafter and equipment. <br /> <br /> '''Fallen Moon'''<br /> <br /> The Adegan vein upon Khanduras. It is rumored that when one walks into the main chamber, where the purest Adegan is growing, a slight light will refract off the crystals, causing a brilliant visual effect. The location of the vein is known only to the Dark Jedi and some council members.<br /> <br /> '''Howling Mine'''<br /> <br /> A collapsed mine, was later cleared by the Clan Elder, Sarin. There he performed alchemy and brought a tremendous beast and guardian to life - it continually howls, warding off strangers. It is a defensive beast alone, only prone to attack those whom are not inducted into the Clan. A great mystery resides here that has yet to be discovered...<br /> <br /> == Political Outlook ==<br /> <br /> The planet is run by a representative from each of the five cities, though the representative for the Myrsei never attends any meetings - sending in their votes on matters. No other contact is received or expected. An additional seat has recently been added, and the Consul of Clan Plagueis holds this position. From here one adept in the Force can manipulate the minds of the weaker members, forcing the vote in the favor the Brotherhood wishes. <br /> <br /> The Council meets quarterly, unless a special, emergency meeting is demanded by one of the members. During these meetings they are tasked with deciding tariffs, how much material to export, how much to allow imported, regulations and to hear any disputes between the corporations - most of these relate to territory disputes and allegations of theft or sabotage. This form of government has existed for over a hundred years, never being met with public outcry or challenge until a new group began demands for democracy. They are the Disciples of the Black Hand - a resistance group that is everywhere and nowhere, at once. They have begun terrorist attacks on all corporations, even attempting to destroy the Plagueis headquarters.<br /> <br /> Change is not seen in the imminent future, though it is a possibility. If the government was ever changed to a senate, the members of Plagueis could easily fill the empty seats - giving their desires a fall illusion of 'pure' in the public eye. In addition, there is little worry about military coup, as the agents were enlisted early on, pledging their undying allegiance to the Clan. These warriors could be used to safeguard key locations, but never large enough to enforce a martial law.<br /> <br /> == Military Presence ==<br /> <br /> As previously stated, the military force is unusually small on the planet - most of the 'soldiers' are equivalent to the status of 'militia'. The corporations have given limited training and basic weaponry to their miners, breaking them into platoons that have specific duties, bases of operation in the event of a crisis. This level of soldier is extremely unreliable, but sometimes is enough to discourage outside forces from attacking.<br /> <br /> The main Army, however, is ruthlessly efficient and posted in the town of Ellesmeria. With the Brotherhood funds funneling into the defense program, they have established an excruciating platform that produces few, but amazing warriors. Whom are later outfitted with the best equipment available. To ensure quick response time the main force has been broken into rotations, spanning the globe to give immediate response where it is needed. They are under the direct authority of the Ruling Council, and as such, the leader of the Council may solely order their actions in times of war or martial law. Giving the Consul of Plagueis a much needed ground force in addition to his own surrounding the [[Dark Tower]].<br /> <br /> [[Category: Planets]][[Category:Plagueis Dominion]][[Category:Clan Plagueis]]</div>

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<p>Vivackus: Added a picture</p> <hr /> <div>{{Planet<br /> |image=[[image:Kapsina.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Sigil 1: Kapsina<br /> |region=Core Worlds<br /> |sector=<br /> |system=[[Jusadih System]]<br /> |suns=Sigil<br /> |moons=Nasva<br /> |coord=<br /> |distance=<br /> |class=<br /> |diameter=<br /> |atmosphere=Breathable<br /> |climate=Arid<br /> |gravity=0.99 Factors<br /> |terrain=Mountainous, Barren<br /> |interest=<br /> |lengthday=38 Hours<br /> |lengthyear=194 Days<br /> |species=Human<br /> |otherspecies=Myrsei<br /> |language=Basic<br /> |population=27.3 Million<br /> |cities=Sapientia, Polleo, Dicio, Ellesmeria, Quies<br /> |imports=Lumber, Livestock<br /> |exports=Alloy, Duracrete, Transpara-Steel<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> Capital of the Jusadih System and headquarters of [[Clan Plagueis]], Kapsina, once a planet of massive oceans, underwent the devastation of Jusadih’s sun, Sigil, turning the once luscious planet into a dry, desolate landscape. Kapsina is composed of five continents: Kurast, Calimcha, Asinai, Schall, Khanduras. Kapsina possesses two Adegan crystal veins, giving the planet great importance to the Dark Jedi. Kapsina was spared by the invasion of the Yuuzhan Vong, but afterwards housed both Clan Plagueis and [[House Exar Kun]] due to the devastation of [[Aerun]].<br /> <br /> == History ==<br /> <br /> Once the star Sigil came into existence, the debris slowly began to cluster, grouping into a form. The first such mass became designated as Sigil 1 and was later named after the scientist that discovered the planet, Dr. Kapsina. The report was lost however in the antiquated Old Republic's database, to go undiscovered and largely unpopulated until the Yuzhan Vong pressed people from the Core worlds towards the salvation and tranquility of the Outer Rim, which had become docile in comparison to the losing war the New Republic had been waging.<br /> <br /> But Kapsina had changed since her initial discovery, the voluminous water planet had been subject to Sigil's heat. The water had first begun to boil, moving into massive cloud cover and strangling all but the most resilient forms of life. The result was vast amounts of arid land, compacted by a slightly heavier gravity compared to Sigil 2, Aerun. Yet riches were found by those whom searched, the first such culture was the Myrsei - a self sustaining culture that lives in harmony with the ground, working each day to perfect themselves and their art. And soon the planet began to draw others, each interested in the planet's geology. Thus the population grew rapidly as new fortunes were mined from the planet's depths.<br /> <br /> Mining corporations soon became vast expansive centers of population and civilization, the wives and children of miners filling the newly constructed homes and schools, while the men risked the perils of the mines. And when the children grew up, they would bolster the miner's numbers - filling the voids of those lost previously.<br /> <br /> Soon the [[Dark Brotherhood]] took interest in the planet, realizing the benefits of having a direct interest invested into a source for necessary materials for their force: Starfighters and Capitol Ships. The [[Dark Council]] sent an [[Envoy]], whom not only scouted the planet, but purchased an upstart mining corporation that would later provide a considerable amount of materials needed to construct the Antei Defense Groups. And so it remained until twenty two years after the Battle of Yavin. When the emergence of a new clan, [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]], drew designs upon the riches hidden in the Jusadih System. From the depths of the [[Acarr System]] they fled, leaving behind a faltering economy to the trade strong Jusadih. There a monumental base of operations was constructed within the grounds of their company, Ellesmeria. And thus the home of Clan Plagueis and the meddling of Dark Jedi fell upon the planet like a black curtain.<br /> <br /> When the Yuuzhan Vong invaded the system in 27 ABY, Kapsina was fourth in line of their route, right after [[Shintera]]. Luckily, however, the Vong fleet was pulled back, and Kapsina was spared. Repercussions were still felt, however, as both [[Sistros Acquisitions and Holdings]] and [[House Exar Kun]] were forced to set up HQs on the planet due to the damage done to their own planets, Shintera and [[Aerun]], respectively. This initial influx of refugees caused a definite strain upon the static population. Many such refugee camps needed immediate resources in order to function. However, after these circumstances became the status quo, the refugees were able to begin contributing to the planet's economy in such a way that more than replaced the original loss of resources.<br /> <br /> All things considered, Kapsina is currently enjoying a time of relative peace and stability. <br /> <br /> == Satellite Description ==<br /> <br /> === Nasva ===<br /> <br /> [[Image:Nasva.jpg|thumb|right|200 px|Nasva, Moon of Sigil 1: Kapsina]]A single moon orbits Kapsina, half the size of Aerun's moons, an uneven chunk of what could have once been a part of the planet. It is a score of jagged peaks and treacherous valleys -- and with no atmosphere it will not naturally support indigenous life or evolution. The ground is an unfathomable black, as if ash litters the entire surface. However, surprisingly, it is incredibly rich in minerals. The satellite is 'off-limits' per request of the Ruling Council. Some believe it has been abandoned because it is home to a resistance group, the Disciples of the Black Hand. It is possible they are using abandoned research outposts on the surface as headquarters.<br /> <br /> == Planet Geography (by continent) ==<br /> <br /> ===Kurast ===<br /> <br /> In the northeast, from the shores of Khanduras, rests a land composed of sand and clay. The land is pocketed with natural caves, that are prone to complete collapses at the slightest tremor. Which have a tendency to rack the land almost weekly and in the most unpredictable manner - the only constant is that it will happen. Yet, the miners still venture out into the flat land, daring the holes, to harvest the small mountains and strip mines. The sand and clay do not hold temperature well, the average temperature runs 45 degrees F to 65 degrees F.<br /> <br /> === Calimcha ===<br /> <br /> The large continent that rests in the north western corner, it is dominated by rugged mountains and large dunes, all of which is second to the perilous lava flows that span the land. Yet the ground yields the necessary ingredient/compound for Duracrete. Many will venture into the deadly ravines, daring the rivers of lava to harvest resources. Only one expanse of safe land exists, there a corporation and city have arisen. Due to the molten activity spanning the land the continent runs from 75 degrees F to over 100 degrees F, depending on the location.<br /> <br /> === Asinai === <br /> [[Image:Kapsina_Barrens.jpg|thumb|right|250 px|The Barrens of Kapsina]]<br /> <br /> The southeast is dominated by the presence of a tiered continent, for it's vast differences in topography. Upon the far east coast runs a mountain range where large deposits of alloy are mined and refined in the headquarters of a nearby corporation/city. From there to the far west, runs the expanse known as the 'barrens', a vast stretch of nothingness. It has become a wasteland, a deposit for outdated machinery from all of the planet's miners. The winds constantly blow from the west, causing the temperatures to be relatively cold, 35 degrees F to 75 degrees F. Depending on how far one is across the barrens.<br /> <br /> === Schall ===<br /> <br /> Southwest from the shores of Khanduras, Schall was once a profitable source of exotic metals. But the land was soon depleted and sold to the earliest inhabitants of Kapsina, an ancient culture known as the Myrsei. It is home of the last Adegan vein, which infuriates the local Dark Jedi populace. At it's center is a lone mountain, an active volcano - its outline dominates the skyline and causes a great deal of interference to advanced technology. A single coast has been cleared and leveled by the Myrsei, it is there they live and work. Though what they do is largely left to speculation and bits of truth. The land is greatly unknown due to the interference.<br /> <br /> === Khanduras ===<br /> <br /> The central continent and center of trade, other continents will ship their finished products here awaiting shipments to be sent off-world to Shintura or other buyers. The landscape is a dusty, arid and reaches oppressively into the distance, only to be broken by the timid seas surrounding it or the massive 'spine' that runs through the middle of the continent. The temperatures are consistent and range from 60 degrees F to 80 degrees F. It is also home to one of the two Adegan veins; this one is controlled by agents of Clan Plagueis.<br /> <br /> == Cities ==<br /> <br /> === Sapientia ===<br /> <br /> The city of Wisdom, is designed to be efficient and effective. The Master Architects have pre-determined the exact layout, causing no room for error. But the result is a maze of buildings and streets that are identical in everything except name and hue. At the center of Sapientia is the processing plant, there they manufacture the mined materials into refined goods for export. The colony is rich in life, expanding its culture instead of its pocket book. Thus, the Ruling Council has little to criticize, though they keep a militia nearby. <br /> <br /> Several notable structures are the museum, which explains a great deal of planet history. The Auditorium, a massive chamber designed for speakers, conventions and provides the necessary space for entertainment. And lastly, on the perimeter rest the garages, which house all of Sapientia's portable mining equipment. As they spend top dollar on their city, they also have purchased some of the finest equipment on the planet -- it even exceeds the technology used in Ellesmeria, albeit, slightly.<br /> <br /> === Dicio ===<br /> <br /> The sovereign city is the oldest, possibly most outdated corporation in the galaxy's existence. Which means it is the oldest city, most of its structures dating back to the time period of the Old Republic, which was a time of elegant stone work and masonry, though the tranquil, bright stones have now been washed dark by the arid ecosystem. The technology is grossly outdated as well, not having been updated since the Emperor perished above the skies of Endor. Yet what they lack in ability the have made up with experience. The buildings are sturdy and regularly repaired, providing necessary shelter for the inhabitants. And the miners are well trained, using time-tested processes that yield excellent results, giving boons to the civilization when they ship their goods off-world.<br /> <br /> This has allowed for the purchase of a massive construct plant, where parts for star fighters are being created. The parts are later shipped off-world for assembly. And recently the corporation has invested large amounts of money into producing Capitol ship parts which are exclusively sold to the Ellesmeria Corporation.<br /> <br /> === Polleo ===<br /> <br /> The city of Power, the corporation was named by it's opponents in the early days because they held so much power by their immense work force, a slave population. Originally a slave drive company and city, the old remnants of town can be seen on the Eastern horizon. Then it was populated with massive jailhouses where several people were forced into tight confines, given extremely poor rations and paid miserly wages. Yet new laws from the Ruling Council forced the corporation to swell from slavery to citizenship, as they were released from their bondage. The result was a haphazard arrangement of homes, stores and mining complexes. This city is spread over a great expanse, the resources are also spread across the distance, ultimately proving highly indefensible if an outside force were to attack.<br /> <br /> The large central population gives Polleo a strong work force that is mobile and desperate for money, thus driving them to work in the dangerous environment - as they strive to earn their wages. <br /> <br /> Topographical scans have given the Brotherhood a map of the twisting, sprawling city - yet it would still be considerably hard to navigate without prior experience.<br /> <br /> === Quies ===<br /> <br /> The home city of the Myrsei, it is largely unknown as the borders are forcefully and dutifully guarded by the citizens. <br /> <br /> === Ellesmeria ===<br /> <br /> Once known as Caldus, the City of Passion, it was renamed immediately after a dark clad envoy from Antei purchased the corporation. And though the Brotherhood has always owned the city, it has never been run by a Dark Jedi; left to the capable minds and hands of miners. Even after the city was 'given' by the Dark Council to the Clan, it is yet to be seen if they shall allow them to retain it. For the Brotherhood left the men and women to their own devices, and a experienced leader arose with ceaseless funds from the Dark Jedi - a wondrous city arose.<br /> <br /> It is the equivalent to Byss, where the buildings are uniformly smooth, and the beauty flowing across the expanse of the town. Each building melds into the overall image, the colors gently shifting from brilliant to dull with each connected walkway and passage. The largest difference from Byss is the fact that most of the buildings do not reach higher than two stories in the air, allowing the skyline to be dominated by several prominent locations: The factories, spaceport and an outlying structure, the Dark Tower.<br /> <br /> Wealth and considerable luck have given the corporation the ability to export materials and purchase a space platform, which is recently in construction - orbiting Kapsina - and will have the ability to build Capitol Ships, as well as repair vessels. It should not go without mention Ellesmeria also has direct access to the Adegan vein of Khanduras - strangely all mined material is transported to the Dark Tower.<br /> <br /> Ellesmeria is also well known as the home of Kapsina's main Army. Accordingly, several sections of the city are zoned off for military detail only. In the aftermath of the [[Eighth Great Jedi War]], many of [[House Exar Kun]]'s Obelisks have taken up shelter with their non-Jedi peers. While this relationship was rather imposed at first, the main Army soon found they could learn much from the Jedi refugees. For the time being, the relationship is bearing much fruit.<br /> <br /> == Landmarks ==<br /> <br /> '''Land's End'''<br /> <br /> At the end of the barrens, an expansive cliff that drops into the sea. The face of the drop is pocketed with caves that are inhabited by an odd winged creature that till this day has not been identified, but is potentially dangerous to any living thing.<br /> <br /> '''Dragon Forge'''<br /> <br /> The legendary forge of the Myrsei, it is said that weapons, armor, even ships of great power are crafted and made under the divine eye of the smiths. Though none of the ancient smiths have been seen since the beginning, it is said that their spirit roams the Forge.<br /> <br /> '''Phoenix Falls'''<br /> <br /> A meeting place of several rivers of lava, they slowly fall over the lip of a mountain creating an effect that appears like a waterfall. May have unknown uses, geothermically stays at 500 degrees F. Though a site that is exquisite it is hardly worth the risk to see in person, because it might be your life. <br /> <br /> '''Gates of Vlagrand'''<br /> <br /> A critical pass that has been sculpted in an ornate, forgotten fashion from days long past. It is a defensive 'choke point' for people to pass through, the Ruling Council has decided to place a militia here. <br /> <br /> '''Dragon's Graveyard'''<br /> <br /> Once a piece has achieved the rank of 'legendary' amongst the Myrsei culture it is worn by the creator until the end of days. When the maker perishes, their pieces of legendary quality are retired to the graveyard - a small shrine is built in honor of both crafter and equipment. <br /> <br /> '''Fallen Moon'''<br /> <br /> The Adegan vein upon Khanduras. It is rumored that when one walks into the main chamber, where the purest Adegan is growing, a slight light will refract off the crystals, causing a brilliant visual effect. The location of the vein is known only to the Dark Jedi and some council members.<br /> <br /> '''Howling Mine'''<br /> <br /> A collapsed mine, was later cleared by the Clan Elder, Sarin. There he performed alchemy and brought a tremendous beast and guardian to life - it continually howls, warding off strangers. It is a defensive beast alone, only prone to attack those whom are not inducted into the Clan. A great mystery resides here that has yet to be discovered...<br /> <br /> == Political Outlook ==<br /> <br /> The planet is run by a representative from each of the five cities, though the representative for the Myrsei never attends any meetings - sending in their votes on matters. No other contact is received or expected. An additional seat has recently been added, and the Consul of Clan Plagueis holds this position. From here one adept in the Force can manipulate the minds of the weaker members, forcing the vote in the favor the Brotherhood wishes. <br /> <br /> The Council meets quarterly, unless a special, emergency meeting is demanded by one of the members. During these meetings they are tasked with deciding tariffs, how much material to export, how much to allow imported, regulations and to hear any disputes between the corporations - most of these relate to territory disputes and allegations of theft or sabotage. This form of government has existed for over a hundred years, never being met with public outcry or challenge until a new group began demands for democracy. They are the Disciples of the Black Hand - a resistance group that is everywhere and nowhere, at once. They have begun terrorist attacks on all corporations, even attempting to destroy the Plagueis headquarters.<br /> <br /> Change is not seen in the imminent future, though it is a possibility. If the government was ever changed to a senate, the members of Plagueis could easily fill the empty seats - giving their desires a fall illusion of 'pure' in the public eye. In addition, there is little worry about military coup, as the agents were enlisted early on, pledging their undying allegiance to the Clan. These warriors could be used to safeguard key locations, but never large enough to enforce a martial law.<br /> <br /> == Military Presence ==<br /> <br /> As previously stated, the military force is unusually small on the planet - most of the 'soldiers' are equivalent to the status of 'militia'. The corporations have given limited training and basic weaponry to their miners, breaking them into platoons that have specific duties, bases of operation in the event of a crisis. This level of soldier is extremely unreliable, but sometimes is enough to discourage outside forces from attacking.<br /> <br /> The main Army, however, is ruthlessly efficient and posted in the town of Ellesmeria. With the Brotherhood funds funneling into the defense program, they have established an excruciating platform that produces few, but amazing warriors. Whom are later outfitted with the best equipment available. To ensure quick response time the main force has been broken into rotations, spanning the globe to give immediate response where it is needed. They are under the direct authority of the Ruling Council, and as such, the leader of the Council may solely order their actions in times of war or martial law. Giving the Consul of Plagueis a much needed ground force in addition to his own surrounding the [[Dark Tower]].<br /> <br /> [[Category: Planets]][[Category:Plagueis Dominion]][[Category:Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Di_Plagia&diff=74262 2009-11-20T16:31:20Z

<p>Vivackus: An update and some grammar fixes.</p> <hr /> <div>[[image:DiPlagiaCrest.jpg‎|thumb|Seal of the ''di Plagia'']]Being granted the Clan name is the highest honor any Clan can bestow upon its members. It is reserved for those members who have demonstrated the utmost loyalty, dedication, and activity. These are the best of the best, the absolute pinnacle of [[Clan Plagueis]] membership. They have demonstrated their dedication to the Clan over a period of time always counted in years, thus usually no more than 3 or 4 members receive the honor in any given year. They may have served as a leader or as a regular member, but their activity levels have always been in the highest categories within the Clan. Adding ‘di Plagia’ to you name never comes easy, but it is an award much worth striving for.<br /> <br /> ===Granting Process===<br /> <br /> There is a very specific procedure that must be followed when it comes to the granting of the Clan name, it is hereby stated:<br /> <br /> # Twice per year, January and July, the [[Consul]] and [[Proconsul]] will review the most excellent members of the Clan based on their personal experiences and on recommendations from Clan members and leaders. They will apply the strictest standards to the selection process – sometimes they may not find anyone worthy. If they believe they have found members who are worthy of the award, they may, in the Sith tradition, choose two and only two and proceed to the next step.&lt;BR&gt;<br /> # After having chosen two worthy members, the Consul and Proconsul bring the applicants before the assembled ‘di Plagia’. They present their case for initiating both of the new members to the assembly and then the entire current ‘di Plagia’ vote. A majority must vote in favor of a member for that person to be inducted. If a majority does not vote in favor the member is not to be inducted, although they may be presented at a later date again.&lt;BR&gt; <br /> # If the members are approved by the di Plagia assembly, a copy of the request to the assembly along with the vote of the assembly are passed on the [[Grand Master]] and his [[Deputy Grand Master|Deputy]], who give a final blessing. Then the members are guided through the di Plagia rituals, known only to those who have completed this incredibly difficult quest.<br /> <br /> The only time in which a member can be stripped of the di Plagia name is if the CoJ has found them guilty of high treason. Then the di Plagia assembly can be gathered by the Consul to vote on a revocation. The revocation vote must be unanimous for the name to be revoked from the member.<br /> <br /> Every Clan Plagueis member should strive to be able to add ‘di Plagia’ to their name...although few will attain this highest of all honors.<br /> <br /> <br /> ===Honored di Plagia===<br /> <br /> * [[Aabsdu|Aabsdu di Plagia]]<br /> * [[Valerian Orzon|Valerian di Plagia Orzon]]<br /> * [[Ky Terrak|Ky Terrak di Plagia]]<br /> * [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Rellik Kaeth di Plagia]]<br /> * [[Alaris Jinn di Plagia]]<br /> * [[Kal Vorrac|Kal Vorrac di Plagia]]<br /> <br /> ===Former di Plagia===<br /> <br /> Throughout time, there have been those blessed with the honorable name of ''di Plagia'' that dropped the name. This is caused for various reasons, rather they are found guilty of a horrible crime, leave the clan, or just drop the name. In the case of the three &quot;Lost Ones&quot;, one went Rogue and dropped the ''di Plagia'' name. The other two were initial members of [[Independent House Revan Prospectus|Independent House Revan]].<br /> <br /> * [[Jonaleth Isradia]]<br /> * [[Aristan Dantes]]<br /> * [[Dacien &quot;BubbaX&quot; Victae]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:di Plagia]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=73260 2009-11-04T05:13:49Z

<p>Vivackus: Updates</p> <hr /> <div>{{Character<br /> |type=Sith<br /> |image=[[image:Viv_DJK.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= [[Makashi]], [[Dun Moch]] (learning)<br /> |fightingstyle= [[Jeswandi]], [[Shadow Fist]]<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Proconsul]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[[dossier:9219|9219]]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus Kavon is a Human [[Sith Battlemaster]]. Born on Coruscant to the upper class, he became a member of the [[starwars:New Jedi Order|New Jedi Order]]. Having been unable to prevent the death of his parents, he forsook the Jedi and roamed the galaxy for several years before discovering the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. Vivackus has been a member of [[Clan Plagueis]] since leaving the [[Shadow Academy]]. After spending several months as Quaestor of [[House Satal Keto]], he was recently chosen as Plagueis' new Proconsul.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Prologue (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister, Allana. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. He had grown up hearing stories of the great and noble deeds of the Jedi, and Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]]. <br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy on Coruscant. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive and determination that surprised even him. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, Vivackus had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly prevent Vivackus from handling the situation objectively. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but Vivackus stubbornly refused to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus had become personal.<br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus at the thought that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to kill the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Coruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial.<br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood-Journeyman==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of a member of the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] who happened to be traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The Dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a stark contrast from the broken individual Vivackus had been after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, and Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> It confused Vivackus greatly that Elizabeth would want to stay with one who had been responsible for the destruction of much she had held dear. For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his time in the Dark Brotherhood. Vivackus came dangerously close to killing Elizabeth multiple times though without admitting it, he had begun to have feelings for her. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, but during their time together she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Even with the knowledge that Elizabeth remained safe, Vivackus still felt himself drawing on the Dark Side while he killed Calliban Crimson. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either seen through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth in the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, upon receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood-Equite==<br /> <br /> ===Of Masters and Students===<br /> <br /> Though not an apprentice any more, Vivackus still felt in the shadow of Kal. He was smart enough to guess - and had been taught well enough to know - that the end of his apprenticeship did not mean that he had successfully severed all ties with the elder Sith. Having devoted the duration of his time in the Brotherood to the goal of controlling his own future, knowing that Kal still had a hold over him was maddening. Vivackus appointed his former master to the position of Aedile partly because, though he would not openly admit it, he still had much to learn from Kal, but also because he wished to keep as close an eye on the Warrior as he could.<br /> <br /> To that end, Vivackus decided to take an apprentice himself. He found his student in the young [[Jaecyn Kai Interm]] in House Exar Kun. The young Acolyte was ambitious, had potential, and most importantly, had yet to fall under Kal's gaze. It was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to take an apprentice, but then again, it was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to lead a house, and as Quaestor, Vivackus needed all the allies he could secure. <br /> <br /> [[Image:Apprenticejaecyn.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus' new apprentice, Jaecyn]]<br /> <br /> ===Great Jedi War IX:Unification===<br /> {{Quote|War is Hell... just as it should be.|Vivackus Kavon}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus took Jaecyn under his wing, in secret at first. Before his formal training were to begin, however, Vivackus wanted to make sure Jaecyn was able to fend for himself in the [[Ninth Great Jedi War]]. This initial distancing was partly to make sure that their relationship was not discovered until as late as possible, but also influenced by the fact that Vivackus had little time to spare as a Quaestor and Brigadier General of Clan Plagueis' armed forces.<br /> <br /> For almost half the war, Vivackus had his hands full dealing with the droid forces of the Jedi Leader [[Omancor Crask]], but eventually, the inevitable happened, and Kal discovered Vivackus' apprentice. It was then that Vivackus formally accepted the role of Master to Jaecyn.<br /> <br /> The war continued on, and for the time being, there was no time for internal squabbles. Clan Plagueis worked as a unit to slowly, but systematically push back Crask's forces and hold the objectives given to them by the Dark Council. One of the most important of these was the capturing of a droid communications array in north Adas. After teams of Plagueians fought through waves of droids to make it into the bunker, they were then confronted by several of Krask's Jedi. Having split up into two groups, Vivackus and Kal found themselves fighting a Cathar alone. Kal had been previously wounded and had not had the necessary time to fully heal, while Vivackus' own skill and power with the force was not great enough to defeat the Cathar alone. Before the Jedi was able to strike Vivackus down, Kal leapt to his former apprentice's aid, loosing three limbs in the process. Using this distraction, Vivackus was able to kill the Cathar Jedi. With the opposing Jedi defeated, the Clan Plagueis forces were able to secure the communications array.<br /> <br /> The tides of war were finally turning and near to the war's end, Vivackus was rewarded by a promotion to Sith Warrior. After the war, under murky circumstances, Jaecyn disappeared from Clan Plagueis. Records unclear about the nature of his departure and Viv has never elaborated on the subject.<br /> <br /> ===A Clan in Turmoil (31 ABY)===<br /> <br /> In the aftermath of the Great Jedi War, [[Alaris Jinn]] saw his chance to take control of Clan Plagueis. While Braecen remained on Antei following the War, Alaris began securing loyalties within the Clan back on Jusadih. Alaris offered Vivackus the position of Proconsul in return for his loyalty. Unbeknownst to him, however, Braecen had anticipated this, and Viv became a double agent in what would later be called the War of Two Consuls.<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around some of his superiors, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. This air is only ever dropped to aid in intimidation, or in times of great distress. Underneath it all, Vivackus has become more like Kal than either of them would admit. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.) This too, is intentional, as it serves as an easy barometer for Vivackus to determine the skills of others.<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = [[Sanguinius Tsucyra]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - 31 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Proconsul]] of [[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 31 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Arion Sunrider]]<br /> | after = Incumbent<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=DJBWiki:Featured_article&diff=68893 2009-07-15T21:54:10Z

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The beginning of the article then appears on the Main Page via the &lt;code&gt;{{tl|featured article}}&lt;/code&gt; template. Nominees that are inactive for a month will be eliminated from the nominations list.<br /> <br /> ==Featured article nominations==<br /> List an article and leave your signature for the nomination(s) - additional comments beyond '''support''' or '''object''' (unless you have concrete reasons as to why you object) are not required and will be deleted.<br /> <br /> === [[Alaris Jinn]] === <br /> [[Image:Alaris2.jpg|left|165px]] '''Nominated by:''' --[[User:Anubis Wrath|Anubis]] 20:19, 9 November 2008 (MST)<br /> <br /> '''Support''' - Good article. My only possible objection would be that it seems a little cluttered and in-your-face, but that's a stylistic difference more than anything. Good pictures and detail, no real problems I can identify. ~ [[User:Legorii|Legorii]] 20:26, 9 November 2008 (MST)<br /> <br /> '''Weak Object''' - I dunno, something's missing in my opinion. The images could use work along with formatting. Content is good though. ~ [[user:Macron|Macron]] 12:33, 11 November 2008 (EST)<br /> <br /> '''Object''' - One section has &quot;coming soon&quot;, which means this article isn't complete. I also think a couple more images are needed in the last half of the article to break up all the text--[[User:Halcyon|Halcyon]] 18:23, 22 November 2008 (MST)<br /> <br /> '''Weak Support''' I think the article is now complete, but the section &quot;The Final Mark&quot; is a story. Try to refrain from stories (i.e. dialogue and tons of descriptions) and make it more of an informational article. --[[User:RevengeX|RevengeX Palpatine]] 14:18, 24 December 2008 (MST)<br /> <br /> '''Support''' This article has been up for nomination for as long as I can remember and any real objections have been fixed (there's no longer a &quot;Coming Soon&quot; section and &quot;The Final Mark&quot; is not in the format of a story any more. --[[User:Vivackus|Vivackus]] 17:52, 15 July 2009 (EST)<br /> <br /> {{clear}}<br /> <br /> === [[Robin Hawk]] ===<br /> [[Image:Shikyo_RHversion.jpg|left|165px|]] '''Nominated by:''' -- [[User:Alaris|Alaris]] 15:03, 11 March 2009 (MDT)<br /> <br /> '''Object''' There is a grammar error or two in the article summary at the top, that would be displayed on the main page should the article be featured. That's a no-no. The formatting is a little strange around the images, those large spaces are unattractive. 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Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=68225 2009-06-30T20:18:40Z

<p>Vivackus: minor position updates</p> <hr /> <div>{{Character<br /> |type=Sith<br /> |image=[[image:Viv_DJK.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= [[Makashi]], [[Dun Moch]] (learning)<br /> |fightingstyle= [[Jeswandi]], [[Shadow Fist]]<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Proconsul]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[[dossier:9219|9219]]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus Kavon is a Human [[Sith Warrior]]. Born on Coruscant to the upper class, he became a member of the [[starwars:New Jedi Order|New Jedi Order]]. Having been unable to prevent the death of his parents, he forsook the Jedi and roamed the galaxy for several years before discovering the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. Vivackus has been a member of [[Clan Plagueis]] since leaving the [[Shadow Academy]]. After spending several months as Quaestor of [[House Satal Keto]], he was recently chosen as Plagueis' new Proconsul.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister, Allana. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. He had grown up hearing stories of the great and noble deeds of the Jedi, and Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]]. <br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy on Coruscant. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive and determination that surprised even him. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, Vivackus had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly prevent Vivackus from handling the situation objectively. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but Vivackus stubbornly refused to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus had become personal.<br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus at the thought that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to kill the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Coruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial.<br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood-Journeyman==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of a member of the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] who happened to be traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The Dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a stark contrast from the broken individual Vivackus had been after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, and Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> It confused Vivackus greatly that Elizabeth would want to stay with one who had been responsible for the destruction of much she had held dear. For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his time in the Dark Brotherhood. Vivackus came dangerously close to killing Elizabeth multiple times though without admitting it, he had begun to have feelings for her. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, but during their time together she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Even with the knowledge that Elizabeth remained safe, Vivackus still felt himself drawing on the Dark Side while he killed Calliban Crimson. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either seen through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth in the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, upon receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood-Equite==<br /> <br /> ===Of Masters and Students===<br /> <br /> Though not an apprentice any more, Vivackus still felt in the shadow of Kal. He was smart enough to guess - and had been taught well enough to know - that the end of his apprenticeship did not mean that he had successfully severed all ties with the elder Sith. Having devoted the duration of his time in the Brotherood to the goal of controlling his own future, knowing that Kal still had a hold over him was maddening. Vivackus appointed his former master to the position of Aedile partly because, though he would not openly admit it, he still had much to learn from Kal, but also because he wished to keep as close an eye on the Warrior as he could.<br /> <br /> To that end, Vivackus decided to take an apprentice himself. He found his student in the young [[Jaecyn Kai Interm]] in House Exar Kun. The young Acolyte was ambitious, had potential, and most importantly, had yet to fall under Kal's gaze. It was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to take an apprentice, but then again, it was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to lead a house, and as Quaestor, Vivackus needed all the allies he could secure. <br /> <br /> [[Image:Apprenticejaecyn.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus' new apprentice, Jaecyn]]<br /> <br /> ===Great Jedi War IX:Unification===<br /> {{Quote|War is Hell... just as it should be.|Vivackus Kavon}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus took Jaecyn under his wing, in secret at first. Before his formal training were to begin, however, Vivackus wanted to make sure Jaecyn was able to fend for himself in the Ninth Great Jedi War. This initial distancing was partly to make sure that their relationship was not discovered until as late as possible, but also influenced by the fact that Vivackus had little time to spare as a Quaestor and Brigadier General of Clan Plagueis' armed forces.<br /> <br /> For almost half the war, Vivackus had his hands full dealing with the droid forces of the Jedi Leader Crask, but eventually, the inevitable happened, and Kal discovered Vivackus' apprentice. It was then that Vivackus formally accepted the role of Master to Jaecyn.<br /> <br /> The war continued on, and for the time being, there was no time for internal squabbles. Clan Plagueis worked as a unit to slowly, but systematically push back Crask's forces and hold the objectives given to them by the Dark Council. One of the most important of these was the capturing of a droid communications array in north Adas. After teams of Plagueians fought through waves of droids to make it into the bunker, they were then confronted by several of Krask's Jedi. Having split up into two groups, Vivackus and Kal found themselves fighting a Cathar alone. Kal had been previously wounded and had not had the necessary time to fully heal, while Vivackus' own skill and power with the force was not great enough to defeat the Cathar alone. Before the Jedi was able to strike Vivackus down, Kal leapt to his former apprentice's aid, loosing three limbs in the process. Using this distraction, Vivackus was able to kill the Cathar Jedi. <br /> <br /> The tides of war were finally turning and near to the war's end, Vivackus was rewarded by a promotion to Sith Warrior.<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around some of his superiors, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. This air is only ever dropped to aid in intimidation, or in times of great distress. Underneath it all, Vivackus has become more like Kal than either of them would admit. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.) This too, is intentional, as it serves as an easy barometer for Vivackus to determine the skills of others.<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = [[Sanguinius Tsucyra]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - 31 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Proconsul]] of [[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 31 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Arion Sunrider]]<br /> | after = Incumbent<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

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<p>Vivackus: /* Positions Held */</p> <hr /> <div>{{Character<br /> |type=Sith<br /> |image=[[image:Viv_DJK.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= [[Makashi]], [[Dun Moch]] (learning)<br /> |fightingstyle= [[Jeswandi]], [[Shadow Fist]]<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Quaestor]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[[dossier:9219|9219]]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus Kavon is a Human [[Sith Warrior]]. Born on Coruscant to the upper class, he became a member of the [[starwars:New Jedi Order|New Jedi Order]]. Having been unable to prevent the death of his parents, he forsook the Jedi and roamed the galaxy for several years before discovering the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. Vivackus has been a member of [[House Satal Keto]] in [[Clan Plagueis]] since leaving the [[Shadow Academy]]. Now, as a Sith Warrior, he serves the House as [[Quaestor]]<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister, Allana. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. He had grown up hearing stories of the great and noble deeds of the Jedi, and Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]]. <br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy on Coruscant. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive and determination that surprised even him. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, Vivackus had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly prevent Vivackus from handling the situation objectively. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but Vivackus stubbornly refused to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus had become personal.<br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus at the thought that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to kill the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Coruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial.<br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood-Journeyman==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of a member of the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] who happened to be traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The Dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a stark contrast from the broken individual Vivackus had been after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, and Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> It confused Vivackus greatly that Elizabeth would want to stay with one who had been responsible for the destruction of much she had held dear. For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his time in the Dark Brotherhood. Vivackus came dangerously close to killing Elizabeth multiple times though without admitting it, he had begun to have feelings for her. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, but during their time together she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Even with the knowledge that Elizabeth remained safe, Vivackus still felt himself drawing on the Dark Side while he killed Calliban Crimson. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either seen through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth in the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, upon receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood-Equite==<br /> <br /> ===Of Masters and Students===<br /> <br /> Though not an apprentice any more, Vivackus still felt in the shadow of Kal. He was smart enough to guess - and had been taught well enough to know - that the end of his apprenticeship did not mean that he had successfully severed all ties with the elder Sith. Having devoted the duration of his time in the Brotherood to the goal of controlling his own future, knowing that Kal still had a hold over him was maddening. Vivackus appointed his former master to the position of Aedile partly because, though he would not openly admit it, he still had much to learn from Kal, but also because he wished to keep as close an eye on the Warrior as he could.<br /> <br /> To that end, Vivackus decided to take an apprentice himself. He found his student in the young [[Jaecyn Kai Interm]] in House Exar Kun. The young Acolyte was ambitious, had potential, and most importantly, had yet to fall under Kal's gaze. It was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to take an apprentice, but then again, it was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to lead a house, and as Quaestor, Vivackus needed all the allies he could secure. <br /> <br /> [[Image:Apprenticejaecyn.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus' new apprentice, Jaecyn]]<br /> <br /> ===Great Jedi War IX:Unification===<br /> {{Quote|War is Hell... just as it should be.|Vivackus Kavon}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus took Jaecyn under his wing, in secret at first. Before his formal training were to begin, however, Vivackus wanted to make sure Jaecyn was able to fend for himself in the Ninth Great Jedi War. This initial distancing was partly to make sure that their relationship was not discovered until as late as possible, but also influenced by the fact that Vivackus had little time to spare as a Quaestor and Brigadier General of Clan Plagueis' armed forces.<br /> <br /> For almost half the war, Vivackus had his hands full dealing with the droid forces of the Jedi Leader Crask, but eventually, the inevitable happened, and Kal discovered Vivackus' apprentice. It was then that Vivackus formally accepted the role of Master to Jaecyn.<br /> <br /> The war continued on, and for the time being, there was no time for internal squabbles. Clan Plagueis worked as a unit to slowly, but systematically push back Crask's forces and hold the objectives given to them by the Dark Council. One of the most important of these was the capturing of a droid communications array in north Adas. After teams of Plagueians fought through waves of droids to make it into the bunker, they were then confronted by several of Krask's Jedi. Having split up into two groups, Vivackus and Kal found themselves fighting a Cathar alone. Kal had been previously wounded and had not had the necessary time to fully heal, while Vivackus' own skill and power with the force was not great enough to defeat the Cathar alone. Before the Jedi was able to strike Vivackus down, Kal leapt to his former apprentice's aid, loosing three limbs in the process. Using this distraction, Vivackus was able to kill the Cathar Jedi. <br /> <br /> The tides of war were finally turning and near to the war's end, Vivackus was rewarded by a promotion to Sith Warrior.<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around some of his superiors, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. This air is only ever dropped to aid in intimidation, or in times of great distress. Underneath it all, Vivackus has become more like Kal than either of them would admit. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.) This too, is intentional, as it serves as an easy barometer for Vivackus to determine the skills of others.<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = [[Sanguinius Tsucyra]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = Incumbent<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=66555 2009-05-15T21:59:25Z

<p>Vivackus: Updates including the Great Jedi War</p> <hr /> <div>{{Character<br /> |type=Sith<br /> |image=[[image:Viv_DJK.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= [[Makashi]], [[Dun Moch]] (learning)<br /> |fightingstyle= [[Jeswandi]], [[Shadow Fist]]<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Quaestor]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[[dossier:9219|9219]]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus Kavon is a Human [[Sith Warrior]]. Born on Coruscant to the upper class, he became a member of the [[starwars:New Jedi Order|New Jedi Order]]. Having been unable to prevent the death of his parents, he forsook the Jedi and roamed the galaxy for several years before discovering the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. Vivackus has been a member of [[House Satal Keto]] in [[Clan Plagueis]] since leaving the [[Shadow Academy]]. Now, as a Sith Warrior, he serves the House as [[Quaestor]]<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister, Allana. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. He had grown up hearing stories of the great and noble deeds of the Jedi, and Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]]. <br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy on Coruscant. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive and determination that surprised even him. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, Vivackus had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly prevent Vivackus from handling the situation objectively. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but Vivackus stubbornly refused to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus had become personal.<br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus at the thought that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to kill the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Coruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial.<br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood-Journeyman==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of a member of the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] who happened to be traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The Dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a stark contrast from the broken individual Vivackus had been after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, and Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> It confused Vivackus greatly that Elizabeth would want to stay with one who had been responsible for the destruction of much she had held dear. For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his time in the Dark Brotherhood. Vivackus came dangerously close to killing Elizabeth multiple times though without admitting it, he had begun to have feelings for her. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, but during their time together she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Even with the knowledge that Elizabeth remained safe, Vivackus still felt himself drawing on the Dark Side while he killed Calliban Crimson. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either seen through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth in the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, upon receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood-Equite==<br /> <br /> ===Of Masters and Students===<br /> <br /> Though not an apprentice any more, Vivackus still felt in the shadow of Kal. He was smart enough to guess - and had been taught well enough to know - that the end of his apprenticeship did not mean that he had successfully severed all ties with the elder Sith. Having devoted the duration of his time in the Brotherood to the goal of controlling his own future, knowing that Kal still had a hold over him was maddening. Vivackus appointed his former master to the position of Aedile partly because, though he would not openly admit it, he still had much to learn from Kal, but also because he wished to keep as close an eye on the Warrior as he could.<br /> <br /> To that end, Vivackus decided to take an apprentice himself. He found his student in the young [[Jaecyn Kai Interm]] in House Exar Kun. The young Acolyte was ambitious, had potential, and most importantly, had yet to fall under Kal's gaze. It was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to take an apprentice, but then again, it was not common for a Dark Jedi Knight to lead a house, and as Quaestor, Vivackus needed all the allies he could secure. <br /> <br /> [[Image:Apprenticejaecyn.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus' new apprentice, Jaecyn]]<br /> <br /> ===Great Jedi War IX:Unification===<br /> {{Quote|War is Hell... just as it should be.|Vivackus Kavon}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus took Jaecyn under his wing, in secret at first. Before his formal training were to begin, however, Vivackus wanted to make sure Jaecyn was able to fend for himself in the Ninth Great Jedi War. This initial distancing was partly to make sure that their relationship was not discovered until as late as possible, but also influenced by the fact that Vivackus had little time to spare as a Quaestor and Brigadier General of Clan Plagueis' armed forces.<br /> <br /> For almost half the war, Vivackus had his hands full dealing with the droid forces of the Jedi Leader Crask, but eventually, the inevitable happened, and Kal discovered Vivackus' apprentice. It was then that Vivackus formally accepted the role of Master to Jaecyn.<br /> <br /> The war continued on, and for the time being, there was no time for internal squabbles. Clan Plagueis worked as a unit to slowly, but systematically push back Crask's forces and hold the objectives given to them by the Dark Council. One of the most important of these was the capturing of a droid communications array in north Adas. After teams of Plagueians fought through waves of droids to make it into the bunker, they were then confronted by several of Krask's Jedi. Having split up into two groups, Vivackus and Kal found themselves fighting a Cathar alone. Kal had been previously wounded and had not had the necessary time to fully heal, while Vivackus' own skill and power with the force was not great enough to defeat the Cathar alone. Before the Jedi was able to strike Vivackus down, Kal leapt to his former apprentice's aid, loosing three limbs in the process. Using this distraction, Vivackus was able to kill the Cathar Jedi. <br /> <br /> The tides of war were finally turning and near to the war's end, Vivackus was rewarded by a promotion to Sith Warrior.<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around some of his superiors, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. This air is only ever dropped to aid in intimidation, or in times of great distress. Underneath it all, Vivackus has become more like Kal than either of them would admit. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.) This too, is intentional, as it serves as an easy barometer for Vivackus to determine the skills of others.<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = Incumbent<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Prodigy_of_Plagueis&diff=65962 2009-05-02T21:32:40Z

<p>Vivackus: /* The Prodigian Line */ Newest Prodigies added</p> <hr /> <div>==Description==<br /> 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.<br /> <br /> 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.<br /> <br /> 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...<br /> <br /> They are the Prodigies of Plagueis<br /> <br /> ===Selection of Prodigy===<br /> The Clan Summit will, whenever they see fit, appoint a member of Clan Plagueis with the coveted title of &quot;Prodigy of Plagueis&quot;. 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. <br /> <br /> 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.<br /> <br /> ===Powers of the Prodigy===<br /> The Prodigy of Plagueis shall possess the following gifts and powers upon receiving his title:<br /> <br /> ; 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.<br /> <br /> ; Title : The Prodigy of Plagueis will be able to use their title on all official documents. They may simply write &quot;Prodigy of Plagueis&quot;, or add their number in the line (IE: Second Prodigy of Plagues, Prodigy of Plagueis II).<br /> <br /> ; Office : The Prodigy of Plagueis shall have an office within the Clan Plagueis Headquarters to use as needed.<br /> <br /> ; 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.<br /> <br /> ; 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.<br /> <br /> ===Duties of the Prodigy===<br /> 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.<br /> <br /> ===Removal of a Prodigy===<br /> 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.<br /> <br /> ==The Prodigian Line==<br /> *Schisca Archaon Azytzeen<br /> *[[Scorpius]]<br /> *[[Aabsdu]] <br /> *Tek Cicero Dantes<br /> *[[Raken]]<br /> *[[Valerian Orzon|Orzon]]<br /> *[[Niman Visutor Zor-El|Niman]]<br /> *[[Aalos Fier]]<br /> *[[Ashron]]<br /> *[[Kara Rohana]]<br /> *[[Sanguinius Tsucyra]] and [[Jaecyn Kai Interm]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=64408 2009-03-24T20:17:55Z

<p>Vivackus: spelling error</p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv_DJK.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Quaestor]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[[dossier:9219|9219]]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus Kavon is a Human [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Born on Coruscant to the upper class, he became a member of the [[starwars:New Jedi Order|New Jedi Order]]. Having been unable to prevent the death of his parents, he forsook the Jedi and roamed the galaxy for several years before discovering the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. Vivackus has been a member of [[House Satal Keto]] in [[Clan Plagueis]] since leaving the [[Shadow Academy]]. Now, as a Dark Jedi Knight, he serves the House as [[Quaestor]]<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister, Allana. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. He had grown up hearing stories of the great and noble deeds of the Jedi, and Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]]. <br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy on Coruscant. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive and determination that surprised even him. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, Vivackus had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly prevent Vivackus from handling the situation objectively. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but Vivackus stubbornly refused to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus had become personal.<br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus at the thought that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to kill the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Coruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial.<br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of a member of the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] who happened to be traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The Dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a stark contrast from the broken individual Vivackus had been after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, and Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> It confused Vivackus greatly that Elizabeth would want to stay with one who had been responsible for the destruction of much she had held dear. For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his time in the Dark Brotherhood. Vivackus came dangerously close to killing Elizabeth multiple times though without admitting it, he had begun to have feelings for her. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, but during their time together she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Even with the knowledge that Elizabeth remained safe, Vivackus still felt himself drawing on the Dark Side while he killed Calliban Crimson. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either seen through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth in the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, upon receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. <br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around some of his superiors, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. This air is only ever dropped to aid in intimidation, or in times of great distress. Underneath it all, Vivackus has become more like Kal than either of them would admit. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.) This too, is intentional, as it serves as an easy barometer for Vivackus to determine the skills of others.<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = Incumbent<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=64407 2009-03-24T20:13:24Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv_DJK.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Quaestor]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[[dossier:9219|9219]]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus Kavon is a Human [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Born on Coruscant to the upper class, he became a member of the [[starwars:New Jedi Order|New Jedi Order]]. Having been unable to prevent the death of his parents, he forsook the Jedi and roamed the galaxy for several years before discovering the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. Vivackus has been a member of [[House Satal Keto]] in [[Clan Plagueis]] since leaving the [[Shadow Academy]]. Now, as a Dark Jedi Knight, he serves the House as [[Quaestor]]<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister, Allana. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. He had grown up hearing stories of the great and noble deeds of the Jedi, and Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]]. <br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy on Coruscant. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive and determination that surprised even him. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, Vivackus had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly prevent Vivackus from handling the situation objectively. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but Vivackus stubbornly refused to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus had become personal.<br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus at the thought that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to kill the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of a member of the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] who happened to be traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The Dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a stark contrast from the broken individual Vivackus had been after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, and Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> It confused Vivackus greatly that Elizabeth would want to stay with one who had been responsible for the destruction of much she had held dear. For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his time in the Dark Brotherhood. Vivackus came dangerously close to killing Elizabeth multiple times though without admitting it, he had begun to have feelings for her. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, but during their time together she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Even with the knowledge that Elizabeth remained safe, Vivackus still felt himself drawing on the Dark Side while he killed Calliban Crimson. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either seen through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth in the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, upon receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. <br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around some of his superiors, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. This air is only ever dropped to aid in intimidation, or in times of great distress. Underneath it all, Vivackus has become more like Kal than either of them would admit. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.) This too, is intentional, as it serves as an easy barometer for Vivackus to determine the skills of others.<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = Incumbent<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

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<p>Vivackus: Minor additions, wording changes, etc.</p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Quaestor]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[[dossier:9219|9219]]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus Kavon is a Human [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Born on Coruscant to the upper class, he became a member of the [[starwars:New Jedi Order|New Jedi Order]]. Having been unable to prevent the death of his parents, he forsook the Jedi and roamed the galaxy for several years before discovering the Dark Jedi Brotherhood. Vivackus has been a member of [[House Satal Keto]] in [[Clan Plagueis]] since leaving the [[Shadow Academy]]. Now, as a Dark Jedi Knight, he serves the House as [[Quaestor]]<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister, Allana. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. He had grown up hearing stories of the great and noble deeds of the Jedi, and Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]]. <br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy on Coruscant. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive and determination that surprised even him. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, Vivackus had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly prevent Vivackus from handling the situation objectively. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but Vivackus stubbornly refused to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus had become personal.<br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus at the thought that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to kill the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of a member of the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] who happened to be traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The Dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a stark contrast from the broken individual Vivackus had been after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, and Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> It confused Vivackus greatly that Elizabeth would want to stay with one who had been responsible for the destruction of much she had held dear. For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his time in the Dark Brotherhood. Vivackus came dangerously close to killing Elizabeth multiple times though without admitting it, he had begun to have feelings for her. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, but during their time together she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Even with the knowledge that Elizabeth remained safe, Vivackus still felt himself drawing on the Dark Side while he killed Calliban Crimson. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either seen through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth in the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, upon receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. <br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around some of his superiors, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. This air is only ever dropped to aid in intimidation, or in times of great distress. Underneath it all, Vivackus has become more like Kal than either of them would admit. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.) This too, is intentional, as it serves as an easy barometer for Vivackus to determine the skills of others.<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arawn]]<br /> | after = Incumbent<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=63525 2009-02-24T19:47:41Z

<p>Vivackus: /* Positions Held */</p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Quaestor]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[[dossier:9219|9219]]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the [[Quaestor]] of House Satal Keto.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]].<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[starwars:Dark Jedi|Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of Dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his apprenticeship. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Though he had hoped otherwise, Vivackus was unable to throw off the pull of the Dark Side during the encounter, even believing Elizabeth to be safe. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either saw through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth through the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, immediately after receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. These convictions will no doubt be tested in the coming Ninth Great Jedi War...<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around many of his fellow Dark Jedi, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.)<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Present<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=House_Satal_Keto&diff=63524 2009-02-24T19:41:13Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{Organization infobox<br /> |BG1=47473c<br /> |BG2=980000<br /> |name=House Satal Keto&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''There Is No Doubt''<br /> |image=[[Image:HSK_Logo_Small.jpg|Ketoan Crest]]<br /> |founder=Warhunter<br /> |leader=*[[Quaestor]]: [[Vivackus Kavon]]<br /> *[[Aedile]]: [[Kal Vorrac]]<br /> |members=*[[Aristan Dantes]]<br /> *[[Raken]]<br /> |headquarters=Alpha Base<br /> |locations=[[Morroth]], [[Jusadih System]]<br /> |formed=[[Clan Satal Keto]]<br /> |founded=[[20 ABY to 25 ABY | 23 ABY]]<br /> |reorganized=<br /> |fragmented=<br /> |dissolved=<br /> |restored=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> [[House Satal Keto]], name after the Krath Lord [[StarWars:Satal Keto|Satal Keto]], is one of two houses in [[Clan Plagueis]]. The only remnant of the once [[Clan Satal Keto]], it was a house primarily made up of [[Krath]] writers, but now consists of all three Orders. Satal Keto currently make their home on the planet [[Morroth]]. Currently, it is led by [[Quaestor]] [[Vivackus Kavon]] and [[Aedile]] [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> <br /> == History ==<br /> <br /> ===Creation===<br /> <br /> COMING SOON...<br /> <br /> === The Seventh Great Jedi War ===<br /> <br /> For House Satal Keto, and Plagueis herself, the [[Seventh Great Jedi War]] was a disaster. Bitter division once again split the Brotherhood into two warring parties: one Red, one Blue. Like the wars before it, this one served to fracture the organization further still as well as draining away what confidence its members had left in those who prosecuted the war.<br /> <br /> Unsure of what they were fighting for, the House and Clan’s morale broke under the weight of constant battle. Apathy set in like a plague amongst the membership bringing the Plagueian war machine to a grinding halt. Though HSK was possessed of a few individuals that battled on under the shattered Plagueian mantle, defeat was imminent.<br /> <br /> As the dust settled after three long months of conflict, House Satal Keto lay in shambles amid the ruins of the Clan. Both House and Clan would need time to reassess, rearm, and rebuild. New vision was needed to light the way from the dust-choked rubble of war, to a House re-forged from the ashes.<br /> <br /> === The Unseen Eye ===<br /> <br /> After the return of the former Ketoan, Silent, who had come back after years of searching in the unknown regions of the galaxy, he found it his home no more and learned of the past events and took up an oath to avenge his former CON’s death and to help the younger members reclaim some of the lost powers of the Clan Satal Keto. This young Clawdite, born into the Krath, but turned Obelisk after his CON’s death, rose through the House reclaiming his old office of Aedile, then on to Quaestor. From there he ruled his House with an Iron fist, keeping tabs on his House planet of Morroth. <br /> <br /> It wasn’t long after he reached QUA status that the visions he once had as a child returned to him. He would always remember the words of his former Master regarding the visions: “In the light you can always find your way, that will make you weak; In the dark you must trust your self, trust your strength, trust your skill, and let the force guide you, if you do so then you will only become stronger.” Silent took the words to heart and saw it was time to follow his vision to a continent on his House planet. <br /> <br /> Annwfn is a forbidden land on Morroth but it was where the Visions lead him and his AED Raken. Upon his arrival, just like in his vision, he touched the small stone lying in the middle of the snow capped forest and from it rose a grand temple. Silent told Raken to summon their forces and keep outsiders away. Then the two entered the Temple with sabers ignited. Once they reached the center, Silent found a Sith holocron and an inscription: <br /> <br /> “Tell me what you regard as your greatest strength, so I will know how best to undermine you; tell me of your greatest fear, so I will know which I must force you to face; tell me what you cherish most, so I will know what to take from you; and tell me what you crave, so that I might deny you…” <br /> [[image:Plagueis.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Darth Plagueis]]<br /> From that moment on a light of crimson shot forth and the body of Silent was taken by a Dark Sith Lord… Lord Plagueis. Reinforcements arrived some time later to the shock of their Quaestor possessed. With the Lord Plagueis who once gave his blessing and wisdom to the Clan, he now challenged them to prove their worth and save Silent, and thus the House members took the challenge and entered the tomb…<br /> <br /> Fierce fighting ensued, but the House fought as if one hand was bound behind their back. To defeat the ire of Plagueis was to kill their beloved Queastor. Try though they did, the assembled Ketoans were unable to recover their Quaestor from the grip of the dark lord. Many Journeymen succumbed to madness at the exposure to such power as that of Plagueis’ magnitude. The Ketoan Quaestor, himself an Equite, finally fell broken mentally and physically from the ordeal of the possession.<br /> <br /> Barely alive, the surviving Ketoans brought him from the temple battleground to the medical facilities of Alpha Base. There he convalesced for a time until his strength returned. What did not return, however, was his desire to rule and seek more power. Like all bright stars, they eventually glimmer then fade. So too did Silent, Quaestor of House Satal Keto, recede into darkness.<br /> <br /> === The Forge of Pain ===<br /> <br /> In order to grow stronger, all things must learn through pain. So too it is for House Satal Keto. Following the war and the incident of The Unseen Eye, the House has been reshaped into a hungrier, leaner entity than it was before. Gone are those who fled in shame to leave the House to the mercy of the other Clans. Failed is their hope to see it dismantled among the victors. House Satal Keto remains.<br /> <br /> Cleansed of cowards, only the true-believers are left. A few dedicated souls whose paths have led them to shape this House as they have shaped themselves, seek to strengthen and reinforce, and draw to them members of like mind. Quietly they toil without notice making small corrections, fine adjustments, always building, ever working. They wish to be forgotten…it will be the killing mistake of their enemies to the last. Of this There Is No Doubt…<br /> <br /> == Battle Teams ==<br /> <br /> House Satal Keto is composed of one battle team, [[Keto's Vengeance]]. Galthian and [[Satal Victus]] were also battle teams within the house, but are at this time closed.<br /> <br /> == Roll of Quaestors ==<br /> <br /> #[[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]]: 6/12/2005 to 7/22/2005<br /> #Arso Slyth: 7/22/2005 to 10/10/2005<br /> #Jaysen: 10/10/2005 to 11/8/2005<br /> #[[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]]: 11/8/2005 to 3/13/2006<br /> #Kromtal Stormfyld: 3/29/2006 to 4/21/2006<br /> #Venquis: 4/22/2006 to 5/20/2006<br /> #[[Daniel Stephens]]: 5/20/2006 to 7/18/2006<br /> #[[Silent]]: 7/18/2006 to 9/27/2006<br /> #[[Raken]]: 9/27/2006 to 11/17/2006<br /> #[[Quejo Rak'ul Drakai|Quejo]]: 11/17/2006 to 2/14/2007<br /> #[[Dante Armand 'Sunflash' al'Tor]]: 2/14/2007 to 3/1/07<br /> #[[Robert Daragon]]: 3/7/07 to 7/6/2007<br /> #[[BubbaX]]: 7/6/2007 to 08/26/2007<br /> #Anochiir: 08/26/2007 to 10/1/2007<br /> #[[Kal]]: 10/7/2007 to 3/4/2008<br /> #[[Alex d'Tana]]: 3/4/2008 to 9/19/2008<br /> #[[Alaris Jinn]]: 9/19/2008 to Present<br /> <br /> == Roll of Aediles ==<br /> <br /> #[[Virulence Bezatyne Isradia]]: 7/24/2005 to 9/20/2005<br /> #[[Sarin|Aristan &quot;Sarin&quot; Dantes]]: 9/20/2005 to 11/14/2005<br /> #Esca: 11/14/2005 to 1/14/2006<br /> #Kromtal Stormfyld: 1/28/2006 to 3/29/2006<br /> #[[Daniel Stephens]]: 4/5/2006 to 6/16/2006<br /> #[[Silent]]: 6/16/2006 to 7/22/2006<br /> #[[Raken]]: 7/22/2006 to 9/27/2006<br /> #[[Daniel Stephens]]: 9/27/2006 to 12/18/2006<br /> #[[Dante Armand 'Sunflash' al'Tor]]: 12/18/2006 to 2/14/2007<br /> #[[Niman Visutor Zor-El|Niman Master]]: 2/14/2007 to 5/17/2007<br /> #[[Kal]]: 5/20/2007 to 10/7/2007<br /> #[[Arcadian]]: 10/10/2007 to 1/28/2008<br /> #[[Alex d'Tana]]: 2/14/2008 to 3/4/2008<br /> #[[Alaris Jinn]]: 3/16/2008 to 9/19/2008<br /> #[[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]]:9/31/2008 to Present<br /> <br /> == Other Information ==<br /> <br /> For more information please see the following links...<br /> <br /> *The [[Order of Keto]]<br /> *The [[Quaestor's Hand]]<br /> <br /> {{Template:Plagueis}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: Clans &amp; Houses]][[Category: Clan Plagueis| House Satal Keto]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=62881 2009-02-10T05:00:27Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Quaestor]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the [[Quaestor]] of House Satal Keto.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]].<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of Dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadow (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his apprenticeship. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Though he had hoped otherwise, Vivackus was unable to throw off the pull of the Dark Side during the encounter, even believing Elizabeth to be safe. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either saw through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth through the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, immediately after receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. These convictions will no doubt be tested in the coming Ninth Great Jedi War...<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around many of his fellow Dark Jedi, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.)<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Cethgus Kuga]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Present<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=62788 2009-02-05T07:08:24Z

<p>Vivackus: Character Updates</p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Quaestor]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the [[Quaestor]] of House Satal Keto.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 26 ABY)==<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]].<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 26 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of Dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Weight of a Shadows (27 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his apprenticeship. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Though he had hoped otherwise, Vivackus was unable to throw off the pull of the Dark Side during the encounter, even believing Elizabeth to be safe. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either saw through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth through the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> Vivackus time as Aedile was likewise destined to end far sooner than he could have foreseen. After having barely settled into his new position, the Warhunter disappeared from his post under mysterious circumstance. Vivackus was in the perfect place to fill this power vacuum, which, immediately after receiving orders from the Consul, he did without hesitation. Some might say that his rise was merely coincidental, or that Vivackus was simply adept at being in the right place at the right time. Vivackus however, does not believe in luck, only his own abilities and the Force. These convictions will no doubt be tested in the coming Ninth Great Jedi War...<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around many of his fellow Dark Jedi, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.)<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Ood Bnar Sythe'rae]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Quaestor]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY - Present<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Present<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=62259 2009-01-21T06:00:01Z

<p>Vivackus: Removed &quot;Under Construction&quot; tag. Article is completed to this point.</p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=[[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]]<br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Aedile]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the [[Aedile]] of House Satal Keto.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 27 ABY)==<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]].<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===All Dreams Must End===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Eclipse (23 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.|Friedrich Nietzsche}}<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 27 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of Dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his apprenticeship. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Tipping Point (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Though he had hoped otherwise, Vivackus was unable to throw off the pull of the Dark Side during the encounter, even believing Elizabeth to be safe. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either saw through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth through the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around many of his fellow Dark Jedi, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.)<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Ood Bnar Sythe'rae]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Present<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=62220 2009-01-19T21:05:00Z

<p>Vivackus: Grammatical cleanup, wording changes, and some stuff I forgot earlier.</p> <hr /> <div>{{construction}}<br /> {{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Aedile]]<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the [[Aedile]] of House Satal Keto.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 27 ABY)==<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]].<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, flying through his training much faster than his peers.<br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa (23 ABY)===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel, struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a [[Dark Jedi]] who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as several mercenaries, though he was seriously injured in the process. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant with his mother and sister.<br /> <br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival. Vivackus was still not fully healed from his encounter on Nar Shaddaa, and was unable to protect his mother and sister. Vivackus himself barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He was sure that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He recognized that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. This only solidified in Vivackus' mind that the Jedi were in essence weak for refusing to use the powers to which they had access. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ===No Particular Night Or Morning (23 ABY - 27 ABY)===<br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the [[starwars:Outer Rim|Outer Rim]] of the galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated. What was he searching for? Even Vivackus himself did not know. It can be surmised is that he did not find it, else it is doubtful that he would have returned. Maybe he was not searching for anything at all, but simply running. Not many can continue on as if nothing had happened after such an ordeal.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|An unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to [[starwars:Corellia|Corellia]]. He had avoided the [[starwars:Core Worlds|Core Worlds]] ever since his self imposed exile and he had planned to stay on Corellia only long enough to board a ship back to the frontier of the galaxy. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of Dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The Dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his apprenticeship. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Knighthood (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Though he had hoped otherwise, Vivackus was unable to throw off the pull of the Dark Side during the encounter, even believing Elizabeth to be safe. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either saw through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth through the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to Dark Jedi Knight.<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around many of his fellow Dark Jedi, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. Vivackus' only scar of significance was carved into his right palm in the shape of an hourglass by Kal, identical to one on Kal's own palm, early in his training.<br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.)<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Ood Bnar Sythe'rae]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Present<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=62090 2009-01-18T01:20:35Z

<p>Vivackus: Character History is now current and other information is no longer &quot;in progress&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>{{construction}}<br /> {{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Aedile]]<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the [[Aedile]] of House Satal Keto.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life (3 ABY - 27 ABY)==<br /> Vivackus was born on [[starwars:Coruscant|Coruscant]] in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the [[starwars:Jedi Praxeum|Jedi Praxeum]] on [[starwars:Yavin 4|Yavin IV]].<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on [[starwars:Tatooine|Tatooine]] and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to [[starwars:Nar Shaddaa|Nar Shaddaa]] to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa (23 ABY)===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile (23 ABY - 27 ABY)===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his apprenticeship. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Knighthood (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Though he had hoped otherwise, Vivackus was unable to throw off the pull of the Dark Side during the encounter, even believing Elizabeth to be safe. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either saw through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth through the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to Dark Jedi Knight.<br /> <br /> ===Stretching the Wings (30 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|Take Palpatine; He was able to almost single-handedly cause the collapse of the Republic, wipe out the Jedi, and rule the Galaxy. And he did it all without definitively winning a single lightsaber dual. That is true power.|Vivackus musing during a conversation with his former master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> After his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus promptly switched to the [[Sith]] Order, much to the pleasure of Kal. Having resolved any internal issues with using the Dark Side, Vivackus began to hunger for the more abstract forms of power than purely his own physical strength. Around this same time, House Satal Keto Quaestor Alaris Jinn wished to see if Vivackus had the makings of a leader. Alaris appointed Vivackus as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> His time as Battle Team Leader was short, and afterwards he did not feel as if he was able to accomplish anything substantial during his tenure. However, it was apparently long enough to confirm Alaris' suspicion about Vivackus potential. Shortly later, Consul Braecen began a reorganization of Clan leadership in preparation for the Ninth Great Jedi War. Proconsul [[Yzarc Rellik Kaeth|Yzarc Kaeth]] took the lead of then Quaestor-less [[House Exar Kun]] and Alaris took his place. House Satal Keto's new Quaestor, [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter]] asked Vivackus to fill the position of Aedile.<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ===Personality===<br /> <br /> From the time he joined the Dark Brotherhood until his promotion to Dark Jedi Knight, Vivackus was a solitary individual. He kept to himself and refrained from forming any real relationship with his peers. This introverted personality could probably have been traced to equal parts continued grieving for his family, self-loathing for his inability to save them, and the fear that his colleagues' darkness might &quot;rub off on him&quot;, for lack of a better term. This knowledge starkly contrasts with the persona Vivackus displays now. He is very extroverted and friendly and gives the appearance of being laid-back and carefree. In his time in a leadership position, he has rarely- if ever- been seen doing actual work, though no one can doubt that the work is somehow getting done. <br /> <br /> The fact that most of higher rank probably see through this facade is immaterial to Vivackus. Kal was a manipulator, and as a natural result, his student became a deceiver. The truth is that it is all a carefully cultivated act intended to obscure his true intentions. Though ineffectual around many of his fellow Dark Jedi, Vivackus simply sees it as practice. <br /> <br /> ===Appearance and Attire===<br /> <br /> Vivackus stands right around six feet tall, about average among his companions in the halls of Plagueis. Vivackus was never overly muscular, but his body is well toned. His black hair, which is usually kept around shoulder-length and his blue eyes give him the stereotypical &quot;tall, dark and handsome&quot; look, though he takes great pain to keep from appearing malevolent in any way. <br /> <br /> While he still wears traditional Dark Jedi robes for formal occasions, he much rather prefers to wear light colors to complement his &quot;light&quot; personality. If one were astute enough, one might notice that his lightsaber hilt betrays this appearance. (His lightsaber blade is red as well, but should Vivackus ignite it, it will have been too late to be of consequence anyway.)<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ===Positions Held===<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Ood Bnar Sythe'rae]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Present<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=62068 2009-01-17T01:55:27Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{construction}}<br /> {{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Aedile]]<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the [[Aedile]] of House Satal Keto.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life ==<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on Tatooine and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to Nar Shaddaa to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa (23 ABY)===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile ===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a [[Jedi Hunter]] at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]], the Jusadih Independence Coalition. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet [[Aerun]]. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his apprenticeship. Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. Though initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Knighthood (29 ABY)===<br /> {{quote|You seek strength, power. You cannot gain strength without first absolving yourself of that which is weak. Stop fighting yourself. Kill her and destroy any hold for anyone to use to control you.|Vivackus' Master, Kal}}<br /> <br /> The next campaign in the War of Ascension was the Invasion of [[Nintura]]. By this time, Plagueis leaders had learned of Elizabeth and consented with her accompanying Vivakcus during the battle. It was then, when Vivackus' superiors would have been occupied elsewhere, that he engineered the crash of the ship Elizabeth was to have been on. Having secretly boarded another ship instead, Elizabeth stowed away on a shuttle back to Kaspina until the war was over and she could leave the Jusadih System safely.<br /> <br /> Vivackus then reported to Alaris that Elizabeth had been killed in the fighting, his story corroborated by the downed ship. By this time, the Independence Coalition was all but defeated and had reached out to the [[Crimson Tide]] for aid. What remained of the Jusadih military forces combined with the fleet of the Crimson tide above the capital planet and faced Plagueis forces in the Second Battle of Kapsina. While piloting was not Vivackus' best skill, he flew a fighter during the Battle, which the Plagueis forces won decisively due to impeccable battle planing and the power of the Clan Leaders' [[starwars:Battle meditation|Battle Meditation]].<br /> <br /> [[Image:Last Moment Together.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Vivackus and Elizabeth's last goodbye]]<br /> Vivackus then returned to Kapsina's surface to say one last goodbye to Elizabeth before he was to accompany Braecen Kaeth and his master, Kal Vorrac, among others, to [[Shintera]] and kill [[Calliban Crimson]]. Believing that her safety was now assured, Vivackus believed he could now finish his training and become a Dark Jedi Knight without truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> Vivackus was told, just before landing, that his exploits during the war had brought him close to Knighthood, and was given the honor of personally killing Calliban Crimson. After infiltrating the tower Crimson was using as a base, Vivackus accompanied the Consul to scale the side of the tower and enter the Throne Room. After a brief exchange of words, Crimson took flight and Vivackus chased him and eventually killed the leader of the Crimson Tide at the base of a great staircase. <br /> <br /> This accomplishment, though, was bittersweet. Though he had hoped otherwise, Vivackus was unable to throw off the pull of the Dark Side during the encounter, even believing Elizabeth to be safe. Any respite Vivackus had was destined to be short. Unbeknownst to him, his Clan leaders had either saw through or later uncovered his attempt to hide Elizabeth from them. Just as he was about to leave the tower, Vivackus was confronted by his Master and Quaestor who had apprehended Elizabeth and brought her with them. Kal then presented Vivackus with an ultimatum. If he did not immediately kill Elizabeth, thereby proving his loyalty to Clan Plagueis, Kal would kill both of them. <br /> <br /> It is not known whether or not Vivackus could have continued to resist the pull of the Dark Side had Elizabeth been able to escape the Jusadih System. But it is known that Vivackus' superiors were unwilling to find out. Faced with an impossible decision, Vivackus finally caved. He had come to the Brotherhood seeking strength and Kal was finally able to convince him that such strength could be obtained only by destroying the part of himself that was good. Vivackus stabbed Elizabeth through the chest, and, his loyalty proven, was promoted to Dark Jedi Knight.<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ''In progress''<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> ==Positions Held==<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Ood Bnar Sythe'rae]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Present<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> ==Trivia==<br /> <br /> ''In Progress''<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

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Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=62047 2009-01-16T21:49:21Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{construction}}<br /> {{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=[[Aedile]]<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the [[Aedile]] of House Satal Keto.<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life ==<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on Tatooine and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to Nar Shaddaa to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa (23 ABY)===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile ===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a Jedi Hunter at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]]. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet Aerun. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his apprenticeship. While staying in the City of Tirik on Aerun, Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. While initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Knighthood (29 ABY)===<br /> <br /> ''In progress''<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ''In progress''<br /> <br /> =DJB Facts=<br /> <br /> {{start box}}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Consul]]'s Aide of [[Clan Plagueis | Plagueis]]<br /> | years = 28 ABY<br /> | before = [[Alaris Jinn]]<br /> | after = [[Ood Bnar Sythe'rae]]<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]]<br /> | years = 29 ABY - 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> | after = Currently Unchosen<br /> }}<br /> {{succession box<br /> | title = [[Aedile]] of [[House Satal Keto]]<br /> | years = 30 ABY<br /> | before = [[Raiju Kang|Warhunter Arwan]]<br /> | after = Present<br /> }}<br /> {{end box}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=61693 2009-01-04T05:39:23Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{construction}}<br /> {{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> == Early Life ==<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on Tatooine and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to Nar Shaddaa to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa (23 ABY)===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile ===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension (28 ABY)===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a Jedi Hunter at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]]. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> The Clan leaders were pleased with Vivackus' success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> For the first time since joining the Dark Brotherhood, Vivackus began to question how he had gotten to where he was, albeit subconsciously. He had never been explicitly ordered to kill Elizabeth, so he allowed her to accompany him to his next assignment, another assassination on the planet Aerun. While they were together, Elizabeth began to pry at the cold exterior Vivackus had developed during his apprenticeship. While staying in the City of Tirik on Aerun, Vivackus was notified as a member of Clan Plagueis mere hours before the fighting began and he and Elizabeth barely managed to get off the planet in a fighter, though the ship's engines were damaged in the process. While stranded in a starfighter with Elizabeth, waiting to be picked up by the Clan, Vivackus learned that Elizabeth knew a great deal about the Jusadih leadership and military that could help Clan Plagueis in the war. While initially displeased that Vivackus had been unable to finish his mission, the Clan Leadership was thrilled with the intelligence Vivackus had been able provide.<br /> <br /> At first, Vivackus had seen Elizabeth as a means to an end, she had begun to grow on him. Unwittingly, Elizabeth had rekindled in Vivackus the fire that Kal had almost extinguished. Vivackus finally realized how the Dark Brotherhood had twisted him. She had reminded Vivackus of who he had used to be. Considering the residual guerilla resistance on Morroth, Vivackus knew that it was only a matter of time before he would be ordered to kill Elizabeth or else someone else would do it. Vivackus feared that if Elizabeth died, he would be unable to stop continuing down the path toward the Dark Side. He also knew that Clan Plagueis would hunt them should they escape together. Vivackus hatched a plan to fake Elizabeth's death and have her sneak out of the Jusadih System to Corellia. He believed that the knowledge that Elizabeth was alive would be enough to keep him from truly falling to the Dark Side.<br /> <br /> ===Knighthood (29 ABY)===<br /> <br /> ''In progress''<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ''In progress''<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=61681 2009-01-04T00:23:18Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{construction}}<br /> {{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> =Character History=<br /> === Early Life ===<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Coruscant]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> {{quote|Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.|Obi-wan Kenobi}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on Tatooine and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to Nar Shaddaa to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Nar Shaddaa]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile ===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> {{quote|I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your...abilities could go far with the correct teaching.|an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood}}<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> {{quote|To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it|Darth Traya}}<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> Almost immediately, Kal began to work on his new apprentice and without even realizing it, Vivackus began to change. The young man had still not yet forgiven himself for the deaths of his family. It was easy for the older Sith to convince Vivackus that the Dark Side was the only true path toward strength. Kal gave Vivackus direction, the very thing it seemed he needed. Though he did not know it yet, the particular direction was not one which Vivackus had initially wished to go. It was not until late in his training that a mirror was thrust into Vivackus' face and he was forced to confront what he had become.<br /> <br /> ===War of Ascension===<br /> <br /> Vivackus was a Jedi Hunter at the time of the [[War of Ascension]], a conflict between Clan Plagueis and the local rulers of the [[Jusadih System]]. The Plagueis leadership, notably Consul [[Braecen Kaeth]] and then-Aedile of House Satal Keto [[Alaris Jinn]], meticulously planned the offensive to take back the star system and began by giving the order to assassinate the feudal lords of [[Morroth]]. The initial battle for the planet was to be as swift and decisive as possible, so members of the Clan were positioned strategically to strike in unison, leaving Morroth's military without leadership. Vivackus was tasked with the assassination of Earl Stephen Daniels. The day before the invasion, Vivackus intentionally crashed a ship outside of the Earl's villa so as to easily infiltrate the compound. Vivackus had initially intended to feign injury and wait in the medical bay until given the order to strike, but an unforeseen change of plans came in the form of the Earl's daugther, Elizabeth Daniels. <br /> <br /> The bored daughter of royalty could not help but be intrigued by the newcomer who, quite literally, crashed in her home. Vivackus played the part of mysterious stranger and easily seduced her. The assassination order officially came mere minutes after the Earl had caught Vivackus in his daughter's room the next morning. Vivackus swiftly killed the Earl and his two bodyguards in front of Elizabeth before leaving the compound; a far cry from the broken individual after the death of his own family.<br /> <br /> Pleased with his success in the Invasion of Morroth, Vivackus was given another assassination mission during the First Battle of Kapsina. He was to kill Count Decula Viron. Viron was always a paranoid individual and ever since Clan Plagueis deposed the leaders of Morroth, he had retreated to his underground military base. While significantly more difficult to infiltrate than Daniels' home on Morroth, Vivackus made use of his skills as member of the [[Satal Victus]] battle team and managed to make it deep into the compount without being detected. Unbeknownst to him, the location of the compound prevented outside communication and Vivackus did not receive the final order to kill the Count. Vivackus was apprehended and thrown into a cell with someone he had never expected to see again: Elizabeth Daniels. [[Image:Elizabeth Daniels.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Elizabeth Daniels]]<br /> <br /> Elizabeth had fled Morroth soon after Vivackus had killed her father, expecting to find sanctuary with the leaders on [[Kapsina]]. Unfortunately, with Clan Plagueis securely in control of Morroth, the late-Earl's daughter no longer had any status as far as the leaders of Kapsina were concerned. Viron apprehended her as soon as possible, intending to get as much information from her as possible. <br /> <br /> Vivackus had little time to decide what to do about Elizabeth as he was promptly taken to a torture chamber by Viron. The attempt was destined to be futile. Even had the Journyman caved, Vivackus knew very little that would have been helpful to the Count. Using the Force, Vivackus unlocked his bonds and killed Viron with his own torture instruments. On his way out of the compound, Vivackus had intended to kill Elizabeth, but once he got back to the cell, she pleaded for him to take her with him.<br /> <br /> ''In progress''<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ''In progress''<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=File:Elizabeth_Daniels.jpg&diff=61680 2009-01-04T00:17:26Z

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Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Keto%27s_Vengeance&diff=61658 2009-01-03T21:00:28Z

<p>Vivackus: /* Roll of Commanders */</p> <hr /> <div>{{construction}}<br /> <br /> {{Organization infobox<br /> |BG1=465600<br /> |BG2=465632<br /> |name=Keto's Vengeance<br /> |image=[[image:vengeance.jpg|250px]]<br /> |founder= [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> |leader=[[Tetrarch]]: Gaius Julius Caesar<br /> |Notable members=<br /> |headquarters=Gryffon Prison, Morroth<br /> |locations=<br /> |founded=23 ABY<br /> |reorganized=23 ABY<br /> |dissolved=25 ABY<br /> |restored=29 ABY<br /> |affiliation=[[House Satal Keto]]<br /> |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> Once a [[Battleteam]] within [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis]], it was all but wiped out during the [[Sixth Great Jedi War]]. Unable to recover, it was eventually closed. Years later, former Tetrarch Gaius Julius Caesar set out on a journey to gather worthy members to reopen the once famous team. <br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> <br /> ===Life, Death, and Rebirth===<br /> <br /> Just after the secret society known as the Krath was founded by Satal Keto and his cousin Aleema Keto, Satal took it upon himself to create his own personal army of strong force sensitive Krath. He was the only one with the knowledge of this army, and called it ‘Vengeance of Keto’. Unfortunately, he was killed by Ulic Qel-Droma in a fierce lightsaber duel before he could recruit a reasonable amount of warriors, leaving the army small, weak, and still developing.<br /> <br /> For years, the twelve soldiers trained, hoping to be powerful enough to fulfill Keto’s wishes and rule the galaxy. Eventually, however, they could not overcome the power of the force, and died, leaving the base deserted.<br /> <br /> Alas, there was hope, for thousands of years later a young explorer from the [[Dark Jedi Brotherhood]] stumbled across their secret base. He entered it and saw the evidence of the ancient army.. Returning to [[Clan Satal Keto]], they formed Battleteam &quot;Keto's Vengeance&quot; in memory of the lost army. Over time the team grow stronger, and when the [[Dictum of Two Skies]] took place, the team moved onto [[House Satal Keto]]. Here, it continued to grow, but was unknowning of their coming doom...<br /> <br /> ===The Demise===<br /> <br /> Keto’s Vengeance served [[House Satal Keto]] with full devotion, helping the young house continue to grow and expand. During the [[Sixth Great Jedi War]], they were called upon to fight alongside [[House Exar Kun]] in the name of Clan Plagueis. This one battle, though, would prove to be their last.<br /> <br /> Eager to make a quick and decisive strike against their enemy, the young Tetrarch leading the group walked his team directly into an ambush. Keto’s Vengeance had little chance and all but two of the team were killed or severely wounded in the slaughter. <br /> <br /> After the war, the last two remaining members moved on and Keto’s Vengeance was disbanded. To this day, talk continues among the members of [[House Satal Keto]] about the day that the vengeance of Satal Keto will once again rise and bring glory to [[Clan Plagueis]].<br /> <br /> <br /> ===The Uprising=== <br /> Work in progress <br /> <br /> <br /> ==Organization==<br /> Work in progress <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> ==Roll of Commanders==<br /> <br /> #2/24/2006 to 5/20/2006: [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> #5/20/2006 to 9/27/2006: Rannik 'Warhammer' Narius<br /> #9/27/2006 to 7/1/2008: CLOSED<br /> #7/2/2008 to 11/12/2008: [[Julius Caesar]]<br /> #11/12/2008 to Present: [[Vivackus Kavon]]<br /> <br /> {{Template:Plagueis}}<br /> <br /> [[Category: Battle Team]]<br /> [[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=60502 2008-12-10T02:45:23Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> =History=<br /> <br /> === Early Life ===<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> ''“Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.”<br /> -Obi-wan Kenobi''<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on Tatooine and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to Nar Shaddaa to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile ===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> ''“I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your…abilities could go far with the correct teaching.”<br /> -an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood''<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> ''“To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it&quot;<br /> -Darth Traya<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> [[image:Viv prefall.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Vivackus during his apprenticeship to Kal]]<br /> <br /> ''More coming soon<br /> <br /> =Personality and Physical Description=<br /> <br /> ''In progress<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=60389 2008-12-08T02:44:18Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=[[image:Viv prefall.jpg|250px]]<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> =History=<br /> <br /> === Early Life ===<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> ''“Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.”<br /> -Obi-wan Kenobi''<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on Tatooine and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to Nar Shaddaa to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile ===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> ''“I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your…abilities could go far with the correct teaching.”<br /> -an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood''<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> ''“To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it&quot;<br /> -Darth Traya<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> <br /> ''More coming soon<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

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Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=60360 2008-12-07T20:51:57Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{Sith charinfo<br /> |image=<br /> |name=Vivackus Kavon<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=Red<br /> |form= Makashi<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Sith]] Order and his current rank is [[Dark Jedi Knight]]. Having recently finished his apprenticeship to his master, [[Kal]], Vivackus is currently serving as the Battle Team Leader of [[Keto's Vengeance]].<br /> <br /> =History=<br /> <br /> === Early Life ===<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> ''“Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.”<br /> -Obi-wan Kenobi''<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. [[Image:Jedi ValDorrin.jpg|thumb|150px|Vivackus' Master, Val Dorrin]]Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on Tatooine and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to Nar Shaddaa to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile ===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood==<br /> ''“I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your…abilities could go far with the correct teaching.”<br /> -an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood''<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus was initially apprehensive, but he had failed to find any answers elsewhere, and this appeared to be his only remaining option.<br /> <br /> ===The Pull of the Dark Side===<br /> ''“To fall is a quiet thing, but far more terrible is to admit it&quot;<br /> -Darth Traya<br /> <br /> Vivackus initially chose the [[Obelisk]] Order. The young Jedi was simply seeking ways to make himself stronger (or at least that is what he told himself), Vivackus did not accept many of the Dark Jedi's teachings. The Obelisk Order seemed the least &quot;evil&quot; and more in line with Vivackus' perception of the universe. Initially all appeared well. At least, until Vivackus achieved the rank of [[Protector]] and began his apprenticeship under the Sith [[Kal Vorrac]].<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=File:Jedi_ValDorrin.jpg&diff=60359 2008-12-07T20:41:09Z

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Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=45910 2008-02-22T19:10:48Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div><br /> {{Obbie charinfo<br /> |image=<br /> |name=Vivackus<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=<br /> |form=<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Obelisk]] Order and his current rank is [[Jedi Hunter]]. Vivackus is working with his master, [[Kal]], to reach the rank [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> <br /> === Early Life ===<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> ''“Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.”<br /> -Obi-wan Kenobi''<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on Tatooine and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to Nar Shaddaa to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile ===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> <br /> ===Dark Brotherhood===<br /> ''“I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your…abilities could go far with the correct teaching.”<br /> -an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood''<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus has been in the Dark Brotherhood ever since. <br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Talk:Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=45909 2008-02-22T19:10:11Z

<p>Vivackus: /* Questionable */</p> <hr /> <div>== Questionable ==<br /> Maybe I know nothing about Star Wars, but I find it fairly doubtful that you studied with the Aing-Tii and the Fallanassi. Perhaps you would like to elaborate on those sections or just take them out entirely. -- [[User:RevengeX|RevengeX Palpatine]] 14:45, 18 October 2007 (MDT)<br /> <br /> Also, for general histories, it's usually best to stay away from directly interacting with &quot;main&quot; characters in the SW universe. Being taught directly by Luke Skywalker and going on missions with him and so on. Fallen jedi is fine. Going on missions with one of the most famous character in all of SW is not really within the bounds of &quot;realism&quot;--[[User:Halcyon|Halcyon]] 17:24, 18 October 2007 (MDT)<br /> <br /> I think I fixed these problems. Thanks for corrections.<br /> -Viv</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Talk:Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=45908 2008-02-22T19:09:48Z

<p>Vivackus: /* Questionable */</p> <hr /> <div>== Questionable ==<br /> Maybe I know nothing about Star Wars, but I find it fairly doubtful that you studied with the Aing-Tii and the Fallanassi. Perhaps you would like to elaborate on those sections or just take them out entirely. -- [[User:RevengeX|RevengeX Palpatine]] 14:45, 18 October 2007 (MDT)<br /> <br /> Also, for general histories, it's usually best to stay away from directly interacting with &quot;main&quot; characters in the SW universe. Being taught directly by Luke Skywalker and going on missions with him and so on. Fallen jedi is fine. Going on missions with one of the most famous character in all of SW is not really within the bounds of &quot;realism&quot;--[[User:Halcyon|Halcyon]] 17:24, 18 October 2007 (MDT)<br /> <br /> I think I fixed these problems. Thanks for corrections.</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=45888 2008-02-22T05:03:07Z

<p>Vivackus: </p> <hr /> <div>{{questionable}}<br /> {{Obbie charinfo<br /> |image=<br /> |name=Vivackus<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=<br /> |form=<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=[[Clan Plagueis]]<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human [[Dark Jedi]] of [[House Satal Keto]] of [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]]. He is in the [[Obelisk]] Order and his current rank is [[Jedi Hunter]]. Vivackus is working with his master, [[Kal]], to reach the rank [[Dark Jedi Knight]].<br /> <br /> ==History==<br /> <br /> === Early Life ===<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> <br /> ===Jedi Training===<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities with a drive that not even he knew he possessed. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. <br /> <br /> ===Disillusionment===<br /> ''“Many of the truths we cling to depend greatly on our own point of view.”<br /> -Obi-wan Kenobi''<br /> <br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices to which the rest of the galaxy turned a blind eye. He saw slavery on Tatooine and the corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation.<br /> <br /> During his very first mission with his new master, Vivackus was to accompany Dorrin to Nar Shaddaa to confront the mastermind of a slave trade operating out of the core worlds. The Smuggler’s Moon disturbed Vivackus more than anything he had seen before. On Nar Shaddaa he saw many terrible practices that were not only conducted, but completely in the open. Vivackus was bewildered when Dorrin did not even attempt to apprehend the leader of the slave ring because of insufficient evidence.<br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. When confronting Dorrin with his questions, his master’s answers proved unsatisfactory. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> Vivackus knew that the thoughts could lead to the Dark Side, but did not truly understand the subtlety of the Dark Side’s seduction. Without knowing it, Vivackus gradually became brash, sometimes disobeying orders, but justifying his actions to himself by saying that he was doing what he believed to be “right.”<br /> <br /> ===Nar Shaddaa===<br /> By 23 ABY, had grown in strength and experience, and was close to beginning his Knight Trials, almost ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Because of Vivackus’ prior experience with the politics of his homeworld and Nar Shaddaa, and due to a shortage of available Jedi, Vivackus and Dorrin were sent on one last mission before his trials. Fate would have that this mission would be his last act as a Jedi. <br /> [[Image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg|thumb|200px|right]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ===Exile ===<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the [[Dark Jedi]] without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> For several years, Vivackus wondered the Galaxy, never staying too long in one place. He would find odd jobs and only earn enough money to pay for fare to another random planet. He even stopped using the Force and his powers stagnated.<br /> <br /> <br /> ===Dark Brotherhood===<br /> ''“I had the good fortune to see that brawl back there. Someone of your…abilities could go far with the correct teaching.”<br /> -an unnamed member of the Dark Brotherhood''<br /> <br /> In 27 ABY, Vivackus was traveling aboard a passenger freighter to Corellia. While dining, several thugs bullied Vivackus into a fight. While outnumbered and weaponless, Vivackus’ training came through for him and he was able to hold his own until the ship crew intervened. The fight came to the attention of dark Jedi from the Dark Brotherhood traveling on the same freighter. The dark Jedi felt Vivackus’ latent, albeit stagnant and unused, Force potential. He approached Vivackus near the end of the trip and told him about the Dark Brotherhood. The dark Jedi told Vivackus of a ship on Corellia going to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus has been in the Dark Brotherhood ever since. <br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

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Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=34277 2007-10-04T03:50:48Z

<p>Vivackus: /* Nar Shaddaa 23 ABY */</p> <hr /> <div>{{Obbie charinfo<br /> |image=<br /> |name=Vivackus<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=<br /> |form=<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human Dark Jedi of House Satal Keto of Plagueis. He is in the Obelisk Order and his current rank is Guardian. Vivackus is working with his master, Jagan, to reach the rank Dark Jedi Knight.<br /> <br /> == Early Life 3 ABY ==<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ==Jedi Training 13 ABY==<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. Such a great dedication was quickly noticed by Luke Skywalker, who became afraid Vivackus would feel the call of the Dark Side. Sensing only pure intentions, Luke assigned Vivackus to a master to finish his training. <br /> <br /> ==Disillusionment 20 ABY==<br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices being condoned all over the galaxy. He saw slavery on Tatooine, corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation, and most disturbingly, the Hutt’s criminal organization on Nar Shaddaa. This confused the young Jedi, as he had always thought that such things were what the Jedi should be stopping. Vivackus asked his master about this, but was told that the Jedi could not correct every wrong and trying to stop these things would be futile in the end. <br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> ==Nar Shaddaa 23 ABY==<br /> In 23 ABY, Luke Skywalker decided that Vivackus was ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Vivackus pleaded with Luke to allow him to undertake this one final mission before his trials. He believed this would be one chance for him to genuinely improve the universe. Luke sensed danger in this task, but finally acquiesced, because of a lack of other available Jedi. <br /> [[image:Nar Shaddaa.jpg]]<br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ==Exile 23-26 ABY==<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.<br /> <br /> He wondered the galaxy for several years. He did not know it at the time, but he was searching for understanding of the power of the force that the Jedi could not provide. He traveled to the Koornacht Cluster and studied with the Fallanassi. He learned from the Aing-Tii in the Kathol Rift. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood 27 ABY==<br /> While smuggling aboard a cargo freight, Vivackus made an acquaintance with a young man who was traveling to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus decided to join the Dark Brotherhood to learn more of the power the Jedi refused to accept. <br /> <br /> He is currently in the Obelisk Order, in the House Satal Keto of Plagueis and at the Rank of Guardian. He is working with his master, Jagan, to become a Dark Jedi Knight and the right wield a lightsaber again.<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=34276 2007-10-04T03:49:15Z

<p>Vivackus: /* Early Life 3 ABY */</p> <hr /> <div>{{Obbie charinfo<br /> |image=<br /> |name=Vivackus<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=<br /> |form=<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human Dark Jedi of House Satal Keto of Plagueis. He is in the Obelisk Order and his current rank is Guardian. Vivackus is working with his master, Jagan, to reach the rank Dark Jedi Knight.<br /> <br /> == Early Life 3 ABY ==<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant Sunset.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ==Jedi Training 13 ABY==<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. Such a great dedication was quickly noticed by Luke Skywalker, who became afraid Vivackus would feel the call of the Dark Side. Sensing only pure intentions, Luke assigned Vivackus to a master to finish his training. <br /> <br /> ==Disillusionment 20 ABY==<br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices being condoned all over the galaxy. He saw slavery on Tatooine, corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation, and most disturbingly, the Hutt’s criminal organization on Nar Shaddaa. This confused the young Jedi, as he had always thought that such things were what the Jedi should be stopping. Vivackus asked his master about this, but was told that the Jedi could not correct every wrong and trying to stop these things would be futile in the end. <br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> ==Nar Shaddaa 23 ABY==<br /> In 23 ABY, Luke Skywalker decided that Vivackus was ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Vivackus pleaded with Luke to allow him to undertake this one final mission before his trials. He believed this would be one chance for him to genuinely improve the universe. Luke sensed danger in this task, but finally acquiesced, because of a lack of other available Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ==Exile 23-26 ABY==<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.<br /> <br /> He wondered the galaxy for several years. He did not know it at the time, but he was searching for understanding of the power of the force that the Jedi could not provide. He traveled to the Koornacht Cluster and studied with the Fallanassi. He learned from the Aing-Tii in the Kathol Rift. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood 27 ABY==<br /> While smuggling aboard a cargo freight, Vivackus made an acquaintance with a young man who was traveling to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus decided to join the Dark Brotherhood to learn more of the power the Jedi refused to accept. <br /> <br /> He is currently in the Obelisk Order, in the House Satal Keto of Plagueis and at the Rank of Guardian. He is working with his master, Jagan, to become a Dark Jedi Knight and the right wield a lightsaber again.<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

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Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=34273 2007-10-04T03:45:55Z

<p>Vivackus: /* Early Life 3 ABY */</p> <hr /> <div>{{Obbie charinfo<br /> |image=<br /> |name=Vivackus<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=<br /> |form=<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=[http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/dbjedi/dossier.asp?ID=9219 9219]<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human Dark Jedi of House Satal Keto of Plagueis. He is in the Obelisk Order and his current rank is Guardian. Vivackus is working with his master, Jagan, to reach the rank Dark Jedi Knight.<br /> <br /> == Early Life 3 ABY ==<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> [[image:Coruscant.jpg]]<br /> <br /> ==Jedi Training 13 ABY==<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. Such a great dedication was quickly noticed by Luke Skywalker, who became afraid Vivackus would feel the call of the Dark Side. Sensing only pure intentions, Luke assigned Vivackus to a master to finish his training. <br /> <br /> ==Disillusionment 20 ABY==<br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices being condoned all over the galaxy. He saw slavery on Tatooine, corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation, and most disturbingly, the Hutt’s criminal organization on Nar Shaddaa. This confused the young Jedi, as he had always thought that such things were what the Jedi should be stopping. Vivackus asked his master about this, but was told that the Jedi could not correct every wrong and trying to stop these things would be futile in the end. <br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> ==Nar Shaddaa 23 ABY==<br /> In 23 ABY, Luke Skywalker decided that Vivackus was ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Vivackus pleaded with Luke to allow him to undertake this one final mission before his trials. He believed this would be one chance for him to genuinely improve the universe. Luke sensed danger in this task, but finally acquiesced, because of a lack of other available Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ==Exile 23-26 ABY==<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.<br /> <br /> He wondered the galaxy for several years. He did not know it at the time, but he was searching for understanding of the power of the force that the Jedi could not provide. He traveled to the Koornacht Cluster and studied with the Fallanassi. He learned from the Aing-Tii in the Kathol Rift. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood 27 ABY==<br /> While smuggling aboard a cargo freight, Vivackus made an acquaintance with a young man who was traveling to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus decided to join the Dark Brotherhood to learn more of the power the Jedi refused to accept. <br /> <br /> He is currently in the Obelisk Order, in the House Satal Keto of Plagueis and at the Rank of Guardian. He is working with his master, Jagan, to become a Dark Jedi Knight and the right wield a lightsaber again.<br /> <br /> [[Category: DJB Characters]][[Category: Clan Plagueis]]</div>

Vivackus https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/index.php?title=Vivackus_Kavon_di_Plagia&diff=34240 2007-10-04T00:27:24Z

<p>Vivackus: New page: {{Obelisk charinfo |image= |name=Vivackus |homeworld=Couruscant |birth=3 ABY |death= |species=Human |gender=Male |hair=Black |eyes=Blue |height=1.85 m |weight=185 lbs |cyber= ...</p> <hr /> <div>{{Obelisk charinfo<br /> |image=<br /> |name=Vivackus<br /> |homeworld=Couruscant <br /> |birth=3 ABY<br /> |death=<br /> |species=Human<br /> |gender=Male<br /> |hair=Black<br /> |eyes=Blue<br /> |height=1.85 m<br /> |weight=185 lbs<br /> |cyber=<br /> |allies=<br /> |enemies=<br /> |saber=<br /> |form=<br /> |fightingstyle=<br /> |profession=<br /> |position=<br /> |era=<br /> |affiliation=<br /> |ship=<br /> |dossier=<br /> }}<br /> Vivackus is a Human Dark Jedi of House Satal Keto of Plagueis. He is in the Obelisk Order and his current rank is Guardian. Vivackus is working with his master, Jagan, to reach the rank Dark Jedi Knight.<br /> <br /> == Early Life 3 ABY ==<br /> Vivackus was born on Couruscant in 3 ABY to one of the lesser noble families. He had a very good relationship with both of his parents and was especially close to his younger sister. As a child, Vivackus led a life of privilege and luxury, but unlike most of the upper class, he was not blind to those less fortunate. Vivackus always dreamed of becoming a Jedi so that he could make the universe a better place. He was overjoyed when a Jedi discovered him to be Force Sensitive and he was taken to the Jedi Praxeum on Yavin IV.<br /> <br /> ==Jedi Training 13 ABY==<br /> Vivackus’ time training at the Jedi Praxeum was the happiest of his, even better than his easy lifestyle as a child. He was living his dream and his studies showed it. Vivackus worked tirelessly to hone his abilities. He excelled in every challenge, taking weeks to accomplish what took some apprentices years. Such a great dedication was quickly noticed by Luke Skywalker, who became afraid Vivackus would feel the call of the Dark Side. Sensing only pure intentions, Luke assigned Vivackus to a master to finish his training. <br /> <br /> ==Disillusionment 20 ABY==<br /> Vivackus became the Padawan to a Jedi named Val Dorrin. Before this point, Vivackus had been shielded from most of the darker parts of the galaxy. Now, however, on missions with his master, Vivackus saw injustices being condoned all over the galaxy. He saw slavery on Tatooine, corrupt business practices of Czerka Corperation, and most disturbingly, the Hutt’s criminal organization on Nar Shaddaa. This confused the young Jedi, as he had always thought that such things were what the Jedi should be stopping. Vivackus asked his master about this, but was told that the Jedi could not correct every wrong and trying to stop these things would be futile in the end. <br /> <br /> Doubts had begun to creep into Vivackus’s mind about the noble cause of the Jedi. Surely, what better thing for the Jedi to do than stop these horrors? He simply refused to believe that Jedi, with the power of the Force, were incapable of righting these wrongs. Nevertheless, his power in the Force continued to grow, and Vivackus tried to push these thoughts from his mind, believing that he would be able to understand in due time. <br /> <br /> ==Nar Shaddaa 23 ABY==<br /> In 23 ABY, Luke Skywalker decided that Vivackus was ready to become a full-fledged Jedi Knight. Right before he was to undergo his final trials, a diplomatic conflict had arisen between Coruscant and the Hutt Empire on Nar Shaddaa. Vivackus pleaded with Luke to allow him to undertake this one final mission before his trials. He believed this would be one chance for him to genuinely improve the universe. Luke sensed danger in this task, but finally acquiesced, because of a lack of other available Jedi. <br /> <br /> While the master and apprentice were en route to Nar Shaddaa, they received word that the diplomatic relations had deteriorated and if the situation was not resolved soon, and redoubled their efforts to get to Nar Shaddaa quickly. <br /> <br /> Upon arrival, they made a shocking discovery. One of the Hutts had taken drastic measures and had taken captive several of the Couruscant noble families, including Vivackus’ own family. His master realized that emotional involvement would almost certainly lead Vivackus to the Dark Side. The two had a heated argument. Vivackus’ master insisted that he return to Yavin and that the situation was far too precarious for a rescue mission, but there was no way Vivackus was going to leave his entire family captive of the Hutts. Suddenly, all the injustices around Vivackus became personal. <br /> <br /> Rage swelled up in Vivackus that the Jedi would refuse to rescue his family. He drew his lightsaber and after a quick duel struck down his master. He then set out to track down the Hutt and save his family. Upon finding them, he was attacked by a Dark Jedi who was working for the Hutt. This opponent was much more powerful than his master, and Vivackus soon became tired. During a brief respite in the fighting, the Dark Jedi slew Vivackus’ father in one stroke of his lightsaber. It was then that Vivackus drew upon the Dark Side of the Force to easily defeat the Dark Jedi, the Hutt, as well as many of his mercenaries. Vivackus then stole a small ship to try to escape back to Couruscant.<br /> <br /> ==Exile 23-26 ABY==<br /> He arrived at Couruscant, but Hutt mercenaries ambushed him on arrival, killing his mother and sister, while Vivackus barely escaped with his life. It was then that he began his self-imposed exile. He knew that the Jedi would not allow him back, but he had lost all desire to be a Jedi. He knew that he could not have defeated the Dark Jedi without drawing upon the Dark Side. He also knew that the Jedi would not use this power.<br /> <br /> He wondered the galaxy for several years. He did not know it at the time, but he was searching for understanding of the power of the force that the Jedi could not provide. He traveled to the Koornacht Cluster and studied with the Fallanassi. He learned from the Aing-Tii in the Kathol Rift. After the death of his family, he discarded his lightsaber. It had become not a symbol of strength and goodness, but of inactivity and denial. <br /> <br /> ==Dark Brotherhood 27 ABY==<br /> While smuggling aboard a cargo freight, Vivackus made an acquaintance with a young man who was traveling to the Shadow Academy. Vivackus decided to join the Dark Brotherhood to learn more of the power the Jedi refused to accept. <br /> <br /> He is currently in the Obelisk Order, in the House Satal Keto of Plagueis and at the Rank of Guardian. He is working with his master, Jagan, to become a Dark Jedi Knight and the right wield a lightsaber again.</div>

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