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| '''The Dragons of the Brotherhood'''
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| | |commander=*[[Xia Long]] (Matriarch), |
| | |affiliation=*[[Faethor|Faethor Dejarc]] (Founder) |
| | *[[Trevarus Caerick|Trevarus Caerick Sadow]] |
| | *[[Sith Bloodfyre|Sith Bloodfyre-Tarentae]] |
| | *[[Cymbre Kall]] |
| | *[[Xia Long|Sildrin Sadow]] |
| | *Cyris Oscura |
| | *[[Shi Long|Saiketsu Sadow]] |
| | *[[Atra Ventus]] |
| | *[[Marcus Kiriyu]] |
| | |dissolved= |
| | |restored= |
| | |era=[[Dark Jedi Brotherhood Era]] |
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| The Long Family is a loose association of powerful Elders and promising Equites of the Brotherhood. Originally founded by Grand Master [[Faethor]] Dejarc, later known as Chi Long, to offer his tutelage to creative, expansive, and otherwise promising members of the Brotherhood.
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| Most members of the Long Family exhibit a streak of insanity or behavioral issues. These may be as blatantly obvious as Chi Long's own sociopathic outrages; or the disassociative identities observed in [[Shan Long]]; or the technological obsessions of [[Syn Kaek|Xu Long]].
| | == The Draconomicon == |
| | '''The Dragons of the Brotherhood''' - ''This group is no longer active within the Brotherhood'' |
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| Chi Long served as Patriarch for many years. Upon his departure, he left the guidance of his Family to Master Shan Long. The insane Master continued to seek new Dragons, and to preserve the practice of [[Long Shan Zhi]] before his own eventual disappearance. At present, [[Xia Long]] is viewed as Matriarch of the Family, while [[Sith Bloodfyre|Gwei Long]] is the eldest Dragon still active in the Brotherhood.
| | === Foreword === |
| | The History of the Long family is not short - a History intertwined with the one of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood itself. Our influence let Kings rise and fall. At times dwindling, at times stronger than ever before. No matter what - the Long family will still exist even if the Dark Jedi Brotherhood were to be put to ashes. |
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| The former dragon Jin Long, also known as Mike Halcyon, defiled the honor of the Family by renouncing the Dark Side and becoming a member of the Jedi Order once more. Halcyon was decreed apostate, and a Blood Hunt initiated against him by the entire Family; they seek his destruction ceaselessly. Shan Long had also denounced the former Yu Long, known as Pyralis, and initiated a Blood Hunt against him, as well.
| | === History of the Family === |
| | Founded by the eleventh Grand Master of the Brotherhood, Faethor Dejarc, the Longs are a loose fraternity of powerful Elders and promising Equites of the Brotherhood who follow after the legacy of their lord and Patriarch, who was also known as Chi Long, the "Fire Dragon." During the time of his tutelage, Faethor drew to him the most gifted members of the Brotherhood, or those blessed with raw power and innate ability. Some were said to be supreme sorcerers, while others were warriors or bladesmen without peer. Whatever their gifts, the Fire Dragon sought them out, and began training them on a deeper, more ethereal level to harness and expand their gifts. |
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| The Dragons continue to uphold the legacy and teachings of the great Lord Chi Long, despite the Eldest Dragon's rumored death. It has been said that visions or psychotic episodes among the Family may herald his return.
| | Among the first of Chi Long's apprentices were Mark of Tarentum, the "Lightning Dragon" Shen Long; Trevarus Caerick of the Sadow, the "Thunder Dragon" Shan Long; Sith Bloodfyre of the Tarentae, the "Ghost Dragon" Gwei Long; and Shaithis Var'rek of Taldryan, the "Stone Dragon" Qiao Long. Others would follow and be drawn in by the Fire Dragon: Cymbre Kall, the "Little Dragon" Xiao Long; Cyrus Oscura, the "Black Dragon" Hei Long; Syn Kaek, the "Hidden Dragon" Xu Long; and Sarin, the "Elder Dragon" Zhang Long. Two others were also drawn to Faethor's powerful Family of Dragons, but turned from the Grand Master's tutelage and were denounced by his Family: Mike Halcyon, the "Energy Dragon" Jin Long; and Pyralis, the "Forest Dragon" Yu Long. Blood Hunts were issued against the two denounced and disavowed, and while Mike Halcyon’s death has been verified, entire Family hunts Pyralis to the present day. |
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| | After the disappearance of Chi Long to his wandering and private studies (as such powerful beings often do), the Family was left under the attention of the Eldest Brother at the time, Shan Long. At that juncture, the tenured Dragons were the Thunder Dragon and the Ghost Dragon, and though the personal attention of the Fire Dragon was lost, Trevarus and Sith had learned much from their Grand Master and teacher, and continued to impart their knowledge unto others in the Family. The Dragons soon became a sort of cult following of Shan Long within Naga Sadow, with the Family's Elder Brother Gwei Long drawing away to attend matters in Tarentum, or elsewhere within the Brotherhood as needed within different positions. |
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| *[22 ABY] [[Shan Long|Shan Long’s]] personality appears the first time. [[Sith Bloodfyre]] is named Ghost Dragon.
| | While Chi Long was lost, other Family members also drifted away, or perhaps were culled in other conflicts. Hei Long lost contact with his Dragon Family, as did the Little Dragon -- though Xiao Long would make her return again as Cymbre Kall. Qiao Long was said to have drifted away to seek after his wandering teacher, or was perhaps searching for other challengers to his warrior's skills with the lightsaber. Xu Long joined his lord in wandering, but was slain years later in his return to the Brotherhood and Taldryan. Zhang Long drifted away from his ties with the Family after becoming one of the Grand Masters of the Brotherhood, and was culled in battle years later, as well. |
| *[23 ABY] Chi Long gives [[Xiao Long|Cymbre Kall]] the name Xiao Long, meaning "Little Dragon."
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| *[24 ABY] Sildrin joins the Long Family as Xia Long.
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| *[36 ABY] Chi Long dies. [[Atra Ventus|Xue Long]], the Snow Dragon is named. Xiao Long returns.
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| *[37 ABY] Shi Long is named.
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| *[39 ABY] Gwei Long officially announced as The Elder Brother.
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| | During Shan Long’s time as Patriarch of the Family, other Dragons were raised up from among Naga Sadow as children and students of the Thunder Dragon's power: Sildrin Lyonsbane-Hastur, the "Blind Dragon" Xia Long; and Syrus Korodin, the "Frost Dragon" Shuang Long. While the Family was not as prevalent during this time and as widely spread among the Clans of the Brotherhood, it remained a powerful force on some level due to the machinations of Shan Long and his prolific dealings with others among the organization and Clans. However, much as the Founder had drifted away to wander existence on his own, the Thunder Dragon would eventually follow. After Shan Long’s departure (the circumstances of the departure, and the Thunder Dragon's ultimate fate remains a closely guarded Family secret), Xia Long rose to become Matriarch of the Family, as the Ghost Dragon preferred to remain a teacher and warrior of the Family, without being its public voice. |
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| == Current Members ==
| | During the tenure of the Blind Dragon as Matriarch, other members of skill and vision have been added. Atra Ventus was named as the "Snow Dragon" Xue Long; and the warrior Saiketsu Sadow was named the "Stone Dragon" Shi Long. Though the reach of the Family of Dragons contracted for a time, the power of the Longs has not, and the Family grows more active in Brotherhood matters to a greater degree. However, as time drew in, and the Brotherhood encountered the Horizons Plague, Chi Long apparently met his ultimate doom in the year 36 ABY, and the Family suffered a terrible loss. The death of the Fire Dragon seemed to weaken the Longs for some time, though their power would return to its previous levels. It eventually became obvious, though, that the death of The Eldest came with more consequences than a temporary dip in the Family essence. |
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| '''Gwei Long''', the Ghost Dragon, Dark Jedi Master [[Sith Bloodfyre|Sith Bloodfyre-Tarentae]] 鬼龍 | | Chi Long’s powers had been holding the enemies of the Family at bay. After Faethor's death, and the Dragons felt their powers renew and revive, other feelings, other nagging thoughts came upon the horizon. In visions that were not initially shared with the rest of the Dragons, Gwei Long witnessed new powers arise. Eldritch beings, of the same kind of power and rage that Chi Long had possessed, sought out contact with the Dragons. Their touch was like fire and ice of extreme temperatures together, as though one might be torn apart in agony, and held together in celestial ecstasy. The Fire Dragon had kept back other hostile entities while his Family was prepared, but in his death was brought forth what could spell doom for his apprentices and posterity. |
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| '''Xia Long''', the Blind Dragon, Dark Side Adept [[Xia Long|Sildrin Sadow]] 瞎的龍
| | *[15 ABY] [[Shan Long|Shan Long’s]] personality appears the first time. |
| | *[16 ABY] [[Sith Bloodfyre]] is named the Ghost Dragon, Gwei Long (sometimes called Gui Long). |
| | *[17 ABY] [[Chi Long]] gives [[Cymbre Kall]] the name [[Xiao Long]], meaning "Little Dragon." |
| | *[17 ABY] Cyris Oscura becomes Hei Long, the Black Dragon. |
| | *[18 ABY] Sildrin joins the Long Family as [[Xia Long]]. |
| | *[30 ABY] Chi Long dies. [[Atra Ventus|Xue Long]], the Snow Dragon is named. |
| | *[31 ABY] The warrior Saiketsu Sadow is reborn [[Shi Long]]. |
| | *[34 ABY] The position of Elder Sibling is reorganized as the Council of the Eldest. |
| | *[34 ABY] [[Marcus Kiriyu]] joins as the Deceitful Dragon. |
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| '''Shi Long''', the Stone Dragon, Obelisk Primarch [[Saiketsu]] 石龍
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| '''Xue Long''', the Snow Dragon, Sith Battlemaster [[Atra Ventus]] 雪龍 | | == Family Traditions == |
| | '''What It Means To Be A Dragon''' |
| | === Naming Conventions === |
| | Under the direction of the Fire Dragon, the initial Dragons were to choose new names for themselves with a one-word calligraphy character, followed by the symbol for "dragon," i.e. 神龍 for Shen Long. There were to be no duplicate names, even if there were multiple calligraphy symbols for the same name. Also, it was decreed by the Fire Dragon that his apprentices would forego the use of any other names, and would simply be known by their Dragon name. |
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| | After Chi Long disappeared, though, his eldest and most-trusted apprentices, Shan Long and Gwei Long, decreed the Family might choose to go by other names as they preferred, recognizing the power that one's true name has over them, and as a defense to others potentially gaining a hold over them. The rest of the conventions created by their lord and teacher remained. The language of the Dragons is the preferred form of communication within the Family, though it can take many years of practice to build familiarity with it. |
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| == The Lost Dragons ==
| | As such, any new members to the Family of Dragons are to pick a name and submit it to their master and Patriarch/Matriarch for approval. Names may be related to them in any way the new Dragon chooses, provided it does not have the same meaning as any present or past Dragons. The only exception, however, is the "meaning" may mimic a past or disavowed Long (i.e. we may have another "Forest Dragon," but not another "Yu Long.") |
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| '''Chi Long''', the Fire Dragon, Grand Master [[Faethor]] Dejarc 氣龍 (Qi/ Chi meaning spiritual energy, life energy, life force - pretty equal to "The Force"; Inner Fire) | | === Family Roles or Status === |
| | *'''Patriarch/Matriarch''' (present: Sildrin): The head of the family is chosen by right of succession. Each head is allowed to choose their successor. In cases where no succession is clear, the eldest sibling is expected to assume that position, or to recognize an appropriate successor. While the family generally maintains no real assets, only the head is allowed to call for a blood hunt, or to denounce the bonds of another Dragon. Heads are also traditionally given the right to recognize and name new members of the family.<br> |
| | *'''Elder Brother/Sister''' (present: Sith, Cymbre, Cyris, Sai, Atra): Elder siblings are generally “above” regular orders from the family head, but are expected to enforce official decisions and decrees of the family head. Additionally, elder siblings have the right to bring new Dragons to the family, though the official naming is to be pronounced by the head. There was previously a recognition of only one elder sibling in the past, but the family has expanded the tradition to honor the core family in such a manner.<br> |
| | *'''Bearer of Long Shan Zhi''' (present: Sai): The “bearer of Long Shan Zhi” is considered alternatively a “master warrior” within the family, or the highest-level practitioner of the family fighting arts. It is whispered that, after the death of Faethor, the lightsaber of Chi Long is held by this family member, and used to claim heads in battle in honor of their fallen Lord. It is never spoken of publicly, but “the family fighting art” is simply a method of claiming heads and souls to grow one’s powers, and is steeped heavily in ritual. The teaching of the art is a means of passing on these rituals, though younger Dragons only recognize the combat aspect, initially. |
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| '''Shan Long''', the Thunder Dragon, Dark Jedi Master [[Trevarus Caerick]] 闪电龍 | | === Codes and Practices === |
| | *No Dragon will speak ill of another. Though conflicts may press one to face another, it is always in respect.<br> |
| | *No Dragon will permit non-family to assist in combat, or set up an ambush, in times of conflict (i.e. Cyris and Atra would ensure a fair, honorable fight between themselves if their Clans met in war).<br> |
| | *Debate and discussion is encouraged, but the decision of the head means any matter is closed, and such decisions are honored.<br> |
| | *Except in the case of a blood hunt, no Dragon will intentionally kill another. Dragons take each other as honored guests (prisoners) instead. Unsanctioned killing of family warrants an immediate blood hunt on the offender.<br> |
| | *News of a family member to be retrieved is immediately passed along, and all possible attempts to rescue will be made. Family bonds are respected and honored. Lost Dragons must be returned to the coven.<br> |
| | *The “Dragon Thunder Fist” (the Founder's blade) is only held or used by the Bearer of Long Shan Zhi; no other will touch it. If the Bearer should ever fall in combat, their apprentice must take up the blade and honor that traditional role. |
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| '''Zhang Long''', the Elder Dragon, Grand Master [[Sarin]] 長龍
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| '''Xu Long''', the Hidden Dragon, Dark Side Adept [[Syn Kaek]] 虚龍
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| '''Hei Long''', the Black Dragon, Dark Side Adept [[Cyris Oscura]] 黑龍
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| '''Qiao Long''', the Stone Dragon, Obelisk Exarch [[Shaithis Var'rek]] 磽龍 (Roughly translates into "Barren Land", "Stony soil") | | ''Gwei Long'', the Ghost Dragon, Dark Jedi Master [[Sith Bloodfyre|Sith Bloodfyre-Tarentae]] 鬼龍<br> |
| | ''Xia Long'', the Blind Dragon, Dark Side Adept [[Xia Long|Sildrin Sadow]] 瞎龍<br> |
| | ''Hei Long'', the Black Dragon, Dark Side Adept Cyris Oscura 黑龍<br> |
| | ''Shi Long'', the Stone Dragon, Warlord [[Shi Long|Saiketsu Sadow]] 石龍<br> |
| | ''Xue Long'', the Snow Dragon, Seer [[Atra Ventus]] 雪龍<br> |
| | ''Jue Long'', the Deceitful Dragon, Savant [[Marcus Kiriyu]] 谲龍<br> |
| | ''Xiao Long'', the Little Dragon, Savant [[Xiao Long|Cymbre Aquillarum Kall]] 小龍<br> |
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| '''Xiao Long''', the Little Dragon, Krath Archpriestess [[Xiao Long|Cymbre Aquillarum Kall]] 小龍
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| '''Shen Long''', the Lightning Dragon, Dark Jedi Knight Mark 神龍 | | ''Chi Long'', the Fire Dragon, Grand Master [[Faethor|Faethor Dejarc]] 氣龍 (Qi/ Chi meaning spiritual energy, life energy, life force - pretty equal to "The Force"; Inner Fire)<br> |
| | ''Zhang Long'', the Elder Dragon, Grand Master [[Sarin]] 長龍 |
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| '''Shuang Long''', the Frost Dragon, Dark Jedi Knight Syrus Korodin 霜龍
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| | ''Shan Long'', the Thunder Dragon, Dark Jedi Master [[Trevarus Caerick]] 闪电龍<br> |
| | ''Xu Long'', the Hidden Dragon, Dark Side Adept [[Syn Kaek]] 虚龍<br> |
| | ''Qiao Long'', the Stone Dragon, Obelisk Exarch [[Shaithis Var'rek]] 磽龍 (Roughly translates into "Barren Land", "Stony soil")<br> |
| | ''Shen Long'', the Lightning Dragon, Dark Jedi Knight Mark 神龍<br> |
| | ''Shuang Long'', the Frost Dragon, Dark Jedi Knight Syrus Korodin 霜龍 |
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| '''Jin Long''', the Energy Dragon, (denounced) [[Mike Halcyon|Jedi Master Halcyon]] 勁龍 | | '''Dead To Us''' |
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| '''Yu Long''', the Forest Dragon, (denounced) Dark Jedi Master Axcodim Pyralis 宇龍 | | ''Jin Long'', the Energy Dragon, (denounced) Jedi Master [[Mike Halcyon]] 勁龍<br> |
| | ''Yu Long'', the Forest Dragon, (denounced) Dark Jedi Master [[Acxodim Pyralis]] 宇龍 |
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The Draconomicon
The Dragons of the Brotherhood - This group is no longer active within the Brotherhood
Foreword
The History of the Long family is not short - a History intertwined with the one of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood itself. Our influence let Kings rise and fall. At times dwindling, at times stronger than ever before. No matter what - the Long family will still exist even if the Dark Jedi Brotherhood were to be put to ashes.
History of the Family
Founded by the eleventh Grand Master of the Brotherhood, Faethor Dejarc, the Longs are a loose fraternity of powerful Elders and promising Equites of the Brotherhood who follow after the legacy of their lord and Patriarch, who was also known as Chi Long, the "Fire Dragon." During the time of his tutelage, Faethor drew to him the most gifted members of the Brotherhood, or those blessed with raw power and innate ability. Some were said to be supreme sorcerers, while others were warriors or bladesmen without peer. Whatever their gifts, the Fire Dragon sought them out, and began training them on a deeper, more ethereal level to harness and expand their gifts.
Among the first of Chi Long's apprentices were Mark of Tarentum, the "Lightning Dragon" Shen Long; Trevarus Caerick of the Sadow, the "Thunder Dragon" Shan Long; Sith Bloodfyre of the Tarentae, the "Ghost Dragon" Gwei Long; and Shaithis Var'rek of Taldryan, the "Stone Dragon" Qiao Long. Others would follow and be drawn in by the Fire Dragon: Cymbre Kall, the "Little Dragon" Xiao Long; Cyrus Oscura, the "Black Dragon" Hei Long; Syn Kaek, the "Hidden Dragon" Xu Long; and Sarin, the "Elder Dragon" Zhang Long. Two others were also drawn to Faethor's powerful Family of Dragons, but turned from the Grand Master's tutelage and were denounced by his Family: Mike Halcyon, the "Energy Dragon" Jin Long; and Pyralis, the "Forest Dragon" Yu Long. Blood Hunts were issued against the two denounced and disavowed, and while Mike Halcyon’s death has been verified, entire Family hunts Pyralis to the present day.
After the disappearance of Chi Long to his wandering and private studies (as such powerful beings often do), the Family was left under the attention of the Eldest Brother at the time, Shan Long. At that juncture, the tenured Dragons were the Thunder Dragon and the Ghost Dragon, and though the personal attention of the Fire Dragon was lost, Trevarus and Sith had learned much from their Grand Master and teacher, and continued to impart their knowledge unto others in the Family. The Dragons soon became a sort of cult following of Shan Long within Naga Sadow, with the Family's Elder Brother Gwei Long drawing away to attend matters in Tarentum, or elsewhere within the Brotherhood as needed within different positions.
While Chi Long was lost, other Family members also drifted away, or perhaps were culled in other conflicts. Hei Long lost contact with his Dragon Family, as did the Little Dragon -- though Xiao Long would make her return again as Cymbre Kall. Qiao Long was said to have drifted away to seek after his wandering teacher, or was perhaps searching for other challengers to his warrior's skills with the lightsaber. Xu Long joined his lord in wandering, but was slain years later in his return to the Brotherhood and Taldryan. Zhang Long drifted away from his ties with the Family after becoming one of the Grand Masters of the Brotherhood, and was culled in battle years later, as well.
During Shan Long’s time as Patriarch of the Family, other Dragons were raised up from among Naga Sadow as children and students of the Thunder Dragon's power: Sildrin Lyonsbane-Hastur, the "Blind Dragon" Xia Long; and Syrus Korodin, the "Frost Dragon" Shuang Long. While the Family was not as prevalent during this time and as widely spread among the Clans of the Brotherhood, it remained a powerful force on some level due to the machinations of Shan Long and his prolific dealings with others among the organization and Clans. However, much as the Founder had drifted away to wander existence on his own, the Thunder Dragon would eventually follow. After Shan Long’s departure (the circumstances of the departure, and the Thunder Dragon's ultimate fate remains a closely guarded Family secret), Xia Long rose to become Matriarch of the Family, as the Ghost Dragon preferred to remain a teacher and warrior of the Family, without being its public voice.
During the tenure of the Blind Dragon as Matriarch, other members of skill and vision have been added. Atra Ventus was named as the "Snow Dragon" Xue Long; and the warrior Saiketsu Sadow was named the "Stone Dragon" Shi Long. Though the reach of the Family of Dragons contracted for a time, the power of the Longs has not, and the Family grows more active in Brotherhood matters to a greater degree. However, as time drew in, and the Brotherhood encountered the Horizons Plague, Chi Long apparently met his ultimate doom in the year 36 ABY, and the Family suffered a terrible loss. The death of the Fire Dragon seemed to weaken the Longs for some time, though their power would return to its previous levels. It eventually became obvious, though, that the death of The Eldest came with more consequences than a temporary dip in the Family essence.
Chi Long’s powers had been holding the enemies of the Family at bay. After Faethor's death, and the Dragons felt their powers renew and revive, other feelings, other nagging thoughts came upon the horizon. In visions that were not initially shared with the rest of the Dragons, Gwei Long witnessed new powers arise. Eldritch beings, of the same kind of power and rage that Chi Long had possessed, sought out contact with the Dragons. Their touch was like fire and ice of extreme temperatures together, as though one might be torn apart in agony, and held together in celestial ecstasy. The Fire Dragon had kept back other hostile entities while his Family was prepared, but in his death was brought forth what could spell doom for his apprentices and posterity.
- [15 ABY] Shan Long’s personality appears the first time.
- [16 ABY] Sith Bloodfyre is named the Ghost Dragon, Gwei Long (sometimes called Gui Long).
- [17 ABY] Chi Long gives Cymbre Kall the name Xiao Long, meaning "Little Dragon."
- [17 ABY] Cyris Oscura becomes Hei Long, the Black Dragon.
- [18 ABY] Sildrin joins the Long Family as Xia Long.
- [30 ABY] Chi Long dies. Xue Long, the Snow Dragon is named.
- [31 ABY] The warrior Saiketsu Sadow is reborn Shi Long.
- [34 ABY] The position of Elder Sibling is reorganized as the Council of the Eldest.
- [34 ABY] Marcus Kiriyu joins as the Deceitful Dragon.
Family Traditions
What It Means To Be A Dragon
Naming Conventions
Under the direction of the Fire Dragon, the initial Dragons were to choose new names for themselves with a one-word calligraphy character, followed by the symbol for "dragon," i.e. 神龍 for Shen Long. There were to be no duplicate names, even if there were multiple calligraphy symbols for the same name. Also, it was decreed by the Fire Dragon that his apprentices would forego the use of any other names, and would simply be known by their Dragon name.
After Chi Long disappeared, though, his eldest and most-trusted apprentices, Shan Long and Gwei Long, decreed the Family might choose to go by other names as they preferred, recognizing the power that one's true name has over them, and as a defense to others potentially gaining a hold over them. The rest of the conventions created by their lord and teacher remained. The language of the Dragons is the preferred form of communication within the Family, though it can take many years of practice to build familiarity with it.
As such, any new members to the Family of Dragons are to pick a name and submit it to their master and Patriarch/Matriarch for approval. Names may be related to them in any way the new Dragon chooses, provided it does not have the same meaning as any present or past Dragons. The only exception, however, is the "meaning" may mimic a past or disavowed Long (i.e. we may have another "Forest Dragon," but not another "Yu Long.")
Family Roles or Status
- Patriarch/Matriarch (present: Sildrin): The head of the family is chosen by right of succession. Each head is allowed to choose their successor. In cases where no succession is clear, the eldest sibling is expected to assume that position, or to recognize an appropriate successor. While the family generally maintains no real assets, only the head is allowed to call for a blood hunt, or to denounce the bonds of another Dragon. Heads are also traditionally given the right to recognize and name new members of the family.
- Elder Brother/Sister (present: Sith, Cymbre, Cyris, Sai, Atra): Elder siblings are generally “above” regular orders from the family head, but are expected to enforce official decisions and decrees of the family head. Additionally, elder siblings have the right to bring new Dragons to the family, though the official naming is to be pronounced by the head. There was previously a recognition of only one elder sibling in the past, but the family has expanded the tradition to honor the core family in such a manner.
- Bearer of Long Shan Zhi (present: Sai): The “bearer of Long Shan Zhi” is considered alternatively a “master warrior” within the family, or the highest-level practitioner of the family fighting arts. It is whispered that, after the death of Faethor, the lightsaber of Chi Long is held by this family member, and used to claim heads in battle in honor of their fallen Lord. It is never spoken of publicly, but “the family fighting art” is simply a method of claiming heads and souls to grow one’s powers, and is steeped heavily in ritual. The teaching of the art is a means of passing on these rituals, though younger Dragons only recognize the combat aspect, initially.
Codes and Practices
- No Dragon will speak ill of another. Though conflicts may press one to face another, it is always in respect.
- No Dragon will permit non-family to assist in combat, or set up an ambush, in times of conflict (i.e. Cyris and Atra would ensure a fair, honorable fight between themselves if their Clans met in war).
- Debate and discussion is encouraged, but the decision of the head means any matter is closed, and such decisions are honored.
- Except in the case of a blood hunt, no Dragon will intentionally kill another. Dragons take each other as honored guests (prisoners) instead. Unsanctioned killing of family warrants an immediate blood hunt on the offender.
- News of a family member to be retrieved is immediately passed along, and all possible attempts to rescue will be made. Family bonds are respected and honored. Lost Dragons must be returned to the coven.
- The “Dragon Thunder Fist” (the Founder's blade) is only held or used by the Bearer of Long Shan Zhi; no other will touch it. If the Bearer should ever fall in combat, their apprentice must take up the blade and honor that traditional role.
Current Members
Gwei Long, the Ghost Dragon, Dark Jedi Master Sith Bloodfyre-Tarentae 鬼龍
Xia Long, the Blind Dragon, Dark Side Adept Sildrin Sadow 瞎龍
Hei Long, the Black Dragon, Dark Side Adept Cyris Oscura 黑龍
Shi Long, the Stone Dragon, Warlord Saiketsu Sadow 石龍
Xue Long, the Snow Dragon, Seer Atra Ventus 雪龍
Jue Long, the Deceitful Dragon, Savant Marcus Kiriyu 谲龍
Xiao Long, the Little Dragon, Savant Cymbre Aquillarum Kall 小龍
Lost Dragons
Fallen Brothers
Chi Long, the Fire Dragon, Grand Master Faethor Dejarc 氣龍 (Qi/ Chi meaning spiritual energy, life energy, life force - pretty equal to "The Force"; Inner Fire)
Zhang Long, the Elder Dragon, Grand Master Sarin 長龍
Missing In Action
Shan Long, the Thunder Dragon, Dark Jedi Master Trevarus Caerick 闪电龍
Xu Long, the Hidden Dragon, Dark Side Adept Syn Kaek 虚龍
Qiao Long, the Stone Dragon, Obelisk Exarch Shaithis Var'rek 磽龍 (Roughly translates into "Barren Land", "Stony soil")
Shen Long, the Lightning Dragon, Dark Jedi Knight Mark 神龍
Shuang Long, the Frost Dragon, Dark Jedi Knight Syrus Korodin 霜龍
Disavowed members
Dead To Us
Jin Long, the Energy Dragon, (denounced) Jedi Master Mike Halcyon 勁龍
Yu Long, the Forest Dragon, (denounced) Dark Jedi Master Acxodim Pyralis 宇龍