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Welcome to the [http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/ Dark Jedi Brotherhood] '''Fiction Center'''. Here you will find links to the various pages and documents that will help both new and returning members with getting caught up with the Brotherhood's current storyline. You will also find summaries and recaps of previous and current storylines and fiction updates, and person/places of interest data bank.  
 
Welcome to the [http://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/ Dark Jedi Brotherhood] '''Fiction Center'''. This page has many links and brief descriptions to help both new and returning members get caught up with the Brotherhood’s current storyline. This includes short summaries, recaps, and blurbs on important factions/people/places within the Brotherhood’s lore.  


To get started:
To get started:


* [[Dark Brotherhood Canon]], which looks to align with Star Wars Canon where possible, is maintained by the '''Brotherhood Story Group'''. The story group's objective is to maintain consistency with Brotherhood Lore in respects to narrative plot updates, system features like possessions and character sheets, as well as integration with new material introduced into "nu Canon". The Story Group is headed currently by the [[Grand Master]] and [[Deputy Grand Master]].
* [[Brotherhood Canon]], which looks to align with Star Wars Canon where possible, is maintained by the '''Brotherhood Story Group'''. The story group's objective is to maintain consistency with Brotherhood Lore with respect to narrative plot updates, system features like possessions and character sheets, as well as integration with new material introduced into "nu Canon". The Story Group is headed by the [[Grand Master]] and [[Deputy Grand Master]] with the [[Voice]] functioning as the primary author of the club-wide fiction.


* The Brotherhoods home rests in the [[Arx System]]. ''([[Antei]] was destroyed and the Dark Council relocated).''
* The Brotherhood’s home rests in the [[Arx System]]. ''([[Antei]] was destroyed and the Council relocated).''


* To learn more about the Fiction Society, check out the [[Inquisitorius]] page on the Wiki.
* To learn more about the Fiction Society, check out the [[Inquisitorius]] page on the Wiki.


* To expand your knowledge on the Brotherhood's fiction systems, check out the [[Fiction Resources]]. This includes links to resources and documentation that covers the ''Character Sheet System'', ''Competition Guidelines'', Telegram Fiction Chat, a catalog of previous Voice and Combat Master Reports, and answers to the most frequently asked questions.
* To expand your knowledge of the Brotherhood's fiction systems, check out the [[Fiction Resources]]. This includes links to resources and documentation that can be useful for all writers in the club!


* To join the ongoing discussion on original characters and fiction, check out our [[Voice Staff Resources Hub#DB Fiction Chat|Fiction Chat]] channel on [https://telegram.org/ Telegram].
* To join the ongoing discussion on original characters and fiction, check out our Fiction Chat channel on our [https://discord.gg/darkjedibrotherhood Discord server].


* The current [[Voice]] is [[Marick Tyris]].
* The current [[Voice]] is {{Voice}}.
 
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== Fictional Timeline ==
== Fictional Timeline ==


* The current DB fictional year is '''{{Current year}} ABY.'''
* The current DB fictional year is '''{{Current year}} ABY.'''
* To get caught up on the latest brotherhood storyline, check out the fiction updates below. The Dark Crusade is the beginning of the contemporary storyline, so we begin there.
* To get caught up on the latest brotherhood storyline, check out the fiction updates below.  
* The Dark Crusade is the beginning of the contemporary storyline so start there if you want to start at the beginning of the modern plots for the club.
* To see the different arcs, see the [[Fiction Updates: Story Arcs]].
* To see the different arcs, see the [[Fiction Updates: Story Arcs]].


== Current Storyline ==
The current storyline picks up following the Sixteenth Great Jedi War, which saw the forces of the Brotherhood face off against [[The Children of Mortis]] in an ethereal plane of existence. This conflict ended with the Brotherhood’s victory, and the Children retreating to lick their wounds.


== Current Storyline ==
=== Resource Rush ===
The months following the Sixteenth Great Jedi War were some of the most peaceful that the Brotherhood has ever seen. It was a time of rebuilding forces, training, strengthing, and independence for the clans.
 
The Brotherhood’s closest allies, [[The Severian Principate]] had spent the last years growing rapidly, as their peaceful approach gained more and more popularity. In addition to their trio of core leaders, a new body, The Council of Systems, had formed so that each of their 16 systems had a voice.


The Current Storyline for '''Great Jedi War XIII:''' ''Discord'' can be followed on the [[Thirteenth Great Jedi War]] page.
However peace only goes so far, and many raider attacks occurred in their systems. Their reliance solely on the Brotherhood for defense had to come to an end. In conjunction with the Brotherhood, a project was put into place to gather rare resources, research new technologies, build new ships and weapons, and train the next generation of soldiers. Both would prosper from this growth and stability.


== Previous Storyline: Fictional Recap ==
== Previous Storyline: Fictional Recap ==
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| [[30 ABY to 39 ABY#37 ABY|37 ABY]] || '''Great Jedi War XIII: Discord''' || [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OiPRd_WjNBX6L-PTGeyw3LHpm0G1tJVM/view Prologue]<br>Chapter 1: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/15HRWYGV7kkff93GGjeMSWiRFsYK53oqp/view Catalyst]<br>Chapter 2:[https://drive.google.com/file/d/12kDFdO-klo9WOZSImORu8TdIt-Bv5xTW/view When Words Fail]<br>[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V3KBHpcrUfwRQXhtRi2kFJNs-c67NNGS/view Finale]
| [[40_ABY_to_49_ABY#41_ABY|41 ABY]] || '''[[Sixteenth_Great_Jedi_War|Sixteenth Great Jedi War: Transcendance]]''' ||
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hLdJ1Ajg9mrre2iAKzzVsNH7dIRCj9_y/view?usp=sharing Prologue]<br>
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-K4576Y8fec1NMxg3Wx4ct2oj0FWKQto/view?usp=sharing Chapter 1]<br>
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kMqOmwmJqQFy2pfQNDSokq8-dPLEAcoE/view?usp=sharing Chapter 2]<br>
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BAigoaU7yPfR3ZZ-TB3m-i9RsDhADw8H/view?usp=sharing Chapter 3]<br>
|}
|}


<blockquote>  ''“I assure you, Mr. Daley, that the vessels you are reporting as attacking the shipyard are not from the Iron Navy, nor would any of our military personnel do anything to put the lives of Lyra Colony or the Shipyard in danger,'' - [[Evant Taelyan]] </blockquote>
The Children of Mortis had vanished, seemingly into thin air. Haunted by taunts from [[Telaris_"Mav"_Cantor|predecessor]] the Grand Master [[Evant_Taelyan|Darth Nehalem]] ordered the construction of a great gateway,that, utilizing the power of force-imbued crystals, would lead the way to fight the Children, and allow him to destroy the former Grand Master at the same time.
 
Upon completion, the entire forces of the Brotherhood, and its seven clans ventured into the [[Ethereal Realm]], where time, gravity, Force abilities, and even the long dead followed new rules. Darth Nehalem found the former Grand Master and abandoned his post leading the Brotherhood’s forces to attempt to kill him.
 
Hoping to use the conflict, the Children’s leader, the Father, began a ritual to destroy the chain of the Force, a manifestation of the binding of the Force and the real world together. Attempting to sacrifice Avitus Oligard in the process, it was a race against time.
 
Ultimately the Brotherhood prevailed. The Father’s new body was killed, and his spirit returned to the crystalline skeleton that housed it for so many ages. Avitus Oligard was saved and allowed to leave in peace. The Children of Mortis retreated into shadow. The Brotherhood retreated, sealing the still dueling Darth Nehalem and Telaris Cantor in the ethereal realm, fates left to the will of the force.
 
Dacien Victae was appointed the new Grand Master of the Brotherhood.
 
== Inquisitorius Archive ==
 
Official Fiction Updates for both the Brotherhood and the independent Clans can be found here in the [https://sites.google.com/view/brotherhoodfictions Inquisitorius Fiction Archives].
 
* [https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-vYlrW6IxW6RjM0NG83bE1qb1k Clan Updates]
* [https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-vYlrW6IxW6OUMwT0pHc2lBNGc Brotherhood Plot Updates]
* [https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-vYlrW6IxW6bXpUcnFQLXByZGs Great Jedi Wars]
* [https://drive.google.com/open?id=1IzaY0KGKyiEz-xRUcDqsZ_7m0Ed1u32a Rite of Supremacy's]
* [https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rModx2AbK88ijBq60hc9bXfS9GAOn1qF Historical Archives]
 
To check out the Dark Jedi Brotherhood Comics that were made [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/comics click here!]
 
[[File:Dbcomicsnaptshot.png|center|700px|none|tumb|Comics created for the DJB]]
 
== Databank: Brotherhood Universe ==
 
The following data bank provides a quick reference to information about persons, locations, and organizations of interest that show up in the Brotherhood storyline.
 
=== The Brotherhood ===
==== The Arx System ====
[[File:Arx-system.png|left|130px]]
The '''[[Arx System]]''' is located in the depths of Wild Space, far away from the core worlds and isolated from the galaxy at large. The planet Arx now serves as the current seat of power for the Brotherhood. The Council oversees the Brotherhood from the headquarters known as ''The Ascent'', which is located in Eos City.
 
 
 
 
 
==== The Council ====
[[File:Darkcouncildblogo.png|left|130px]]
'''The [[Dark Council|Council]]''' serves the Grand Master of the Brotherhood, and governs the various elements of the Brotherhood including, training, resources, intelligence, and the military. There are ten positions, including the Grand Master. They work alongside the [[Justicar]] as the overseers for the entire Brotherhood.
 
 
 
 
 
===== Grand Master =====
[[File:Dacienheadshot.png|left|130px]] '''[[Dacien Victae|Lord Dacien Victae]]''' serves as the current [[Grand Master]]. The Grand Master occupies the '''The Iron Throne''', which is the seat of power for the Brotherhood. They control the Council, as well as the combined [[Iron Forces]]. Following a long career on the Council, Dacien Victae seized control after abandoning Darth Nehalem in the Ethereal Realm.
 
 
 
 
 
===== Deputy Grand Master =====
[[File:AtraHeadshot.png|left|130px]]
'''[[Thane Skotos|Thane "Atra" Skotos]]'' (also known as Darth Renatus)' serves as the current [[Deputy Grand Master]], right hand of the Grand Master.  Following his terms as both Regent and Justicar, Darth Renatus helps maintain the Brotherhood's control over its space.
 
 
 
 
 
 
===== Master at Arms =====
[[File:Howladerheadshot.png|left|130px]]
'''[[Howlader]]''' serves as the current [[Master at Arms]]. He is rarely seen in his office, but his work always seems to get done. Overseeing the ceremony and record keeping of the Brotherhood’s dossiers, Howlader’s allegiance seems to be more to the position he holds than to any one leader or even his home unit.
 
 
 
 
 
 
===== Seneschal =====
[[File:James-wiki.png|left|130px]]
'''James Lucius Entar''' serves as the current [[Seneschal]] of the Brotherhood. The enigmatically eccentric, ever-endearing Seneschal heads up the Brotherhood’s Research and Development and also maintains sovereignty over cyber security thanks to his unique artificial intelligence, Construct [[Dbbot|dbb0t]]. James has a penchant for riddles and rarely involves himself in political matters, claiming to serve the Brotherhood and the Galaxy at large. He is most often left to his own devices out of both respect and fear.
 
 
 
 
 
===== Headmaster =====
[[File:Rhy-wiki.jpg|left|130px]] '''[[Rhylance]]''' serves as the current [[Headmaster]] of the Brotherhood. He oversees the [[Aurora Collegium of Sciences]] and the [[Shadow Academy]] on the Grand Master's behalf. Despite not being a Force-user himself, he aids the teaching for Force-users and Non-force-users alike while researching the many items deemed needed by the Council.
 
 
 
 
 
===== Herald =====
[[File:MalfearakAvatar250px.png|left|130xpx]]
'''[[Malfearak Asvraal]]''' serves as the current [[Herald]] of the Brotherhood. As the new Herald and head of the Shroud Syndicate, the Malfearak works hard to maintain the strong grip the Brotherhood has made in the underworld.
 
 
 
 
 
 
===== Voice of the Brotherhood =====
[[File:IdrisHeadshot.png|left|130px]]
'''[[Idris Adenn]]''' serves as the current [[Voice]] of the Brotherhood. Known as an outgoing and accomplished Bounty Hunter, Idris Adenn has brought an air of flash and style to the otherwise shadowed and secretive Inquisitorius. The Mandalorian takes great pride in the efforts of the Brotherhood's intelligence agency. 
 
 


<blockquote> As representatives of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood and The Collective met with leaders of the [[Severian Principate]], Collective forces disguised as an element of the Brotherhood launched a false-flag surprise attack on the Principate, hitting targets across the [[Lyra-3K-a system|Lyra System]]. [[The Collective]] feigns shock and ignorance as the Brotherhood scrambles to contain the situation and the Principate stands poised on the brink of war. Out of this discord, new opportunities have presented themselves to the Clans, from salvaging diplomatic ties with a new ally, to securing new sources of power and profit for themselves. </blockquote>


=== Summary ===


A decisive blow has was struck in the ongoing fued between the Brotherhood and the Collective. With the death of the Technocratic Guild leader known as Daggo Mouk—and the loss of Meridian Space Station—the Collective have scaled back their harassment of the Brotherhood. Their withdrawal gave the Dark Council some much needed breathing room to reinforce their hold on their respective territories. The continued conflicts with the Collective—combined with meeting the material needs of the Dark Council's new home world, fleet, and personnel—stretched the Regent's coffers thin.  
===== Fist of the Brotherhood =====
In the hopes of reaching a  trade deal with a new partner, the Grand Master created an opportunity to meet with a new organization that could stand to be an invaluable partner for the Brotherhood. They call themselves the [[Severian Principate]].  
[[File:Ujiheadshot2024.png|left|130px]]
'''[[Uji Tameike]]''' serves as the current [[Fist]] of the Brotherhood. Uji is a master tactician and strategist, renowned for his ability to plan far into the future, with schemes spanning days, weeks, or even years. He has cultivated an extensive network of allies across the Brotherhood, including individuals from various Clans and members of the Royal Guard who have acted in his stead.


With the leadership of the Brotherhood shifting gears, Evant Taelyan was appointed Deputy Grand Master. His first task? Assemble a group of delegates from the seven respective Clans, and take them to the [[Lyra-3K-a]] system to meet with representatives from the [[Severian Principate]].


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=== [Prologue]  ===
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[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OiPRd_WjNBX6L-PTGeyw3LHpm0G1tJVM/view ''If you want peace, prepare for war...'']
* [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/news/djb-news-gjwxiii-discord-prologue Newspost + Summary]
<blockquote> The Deputy Grand Master has assembled his team of diplomats that represent each of the Brotherhood’s seven clans. Their destination? The Lyra-3K-a star system to meet with diplomats from the Severian Principate with the hope of forging a mutually beneficial alliance between the two powers. While the Iron Forces make their way towards the locations of interest, however, the Collective makes a bold move to disrupt diplomacy as discord looms on the horizon...</blockquote>


=== [Chapter One] Catalyst ===
<br>
''[https://drive.google.com/file/d/15HRWYGV7kkff93GGjeMSWiRFsYK53oqp/view "Opposition brings concord. Out of discord comes the fairest harmony.”]
''


* [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/news/djb-news-gjwxiii-discord Newspost]
===== Regent =====
* [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/news/djb-news-gjwxiii-discord-fiction-recap-phase-i Summary]
[[File:Thranjazzyheadshot.png|left|130px]]
<blockquote> Just as the Brotherhood begins a historic diplomatic meeting with the Severian Principate, the Collective has made a hard move to sow discord and disrupt the potential alliance. Under the disguise of Iron Forces ships and pilots, they have launched multiple false-flag attacks on key locations in the Lyra-3K-a system. In a desperate attempt to prevent the deal from falling through, Deputy Grand Master Evant Taelyan has sent out an encrypted, coded message across the Advanced Inquisitorius Network (AIN) calling on all Brotherhood personal to lend aid. The fate of this potential alliance now hangs in the hands of the Seven Clans of the Brotherhood. </blockquote>
'''[[Thran Occasus]]''' serves as the current '''[[Regent]]'''. The former Praetor ascended to the Council following Zyxl’s resignation. A former Consul, and actor/model, he brings a new kind of life to the position.  
 
 
 
 
 
===== Emissary =====
[[File:Erinyes-headshot.jpg|left|130px]]
'''[[Seraine "Erinyes" Taldrya Ténama|Seraine "Erinyes" Ténama]]''' serves as the current '''[[Emissary]]''', the newest position on the Council. She oversees the Brotherhood’s recruitment and retention of members.
 


=== [Chapter Two] When Words Fail ===
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''[https://drive.google.com/file/d/12kDFdO-klo9WOZSImORu8TdIt-Bv5xTW/view "Truth is stranger than fiction because we don’t meet it as often.”]
''
* [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/news/djb-news-gjw-xiii-discord-phase-ii-begins Newspost]
* [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/news/djb-news-gjwxiii-discord-fiction-recap-phase-ii Summary]
<blockquote> Although the Brotherhood has produced evidence of the Collective false-flag attack, the Severian Principate remains skeptical of the Brotherhood's motivations. To make matters worse, elements of the Principate 5th Fleet have taken up arms against the Brotherhood system-wide. </blockquote>


=== [Finale] ===
<br>
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V3KBHpcrUfwRQXhtRi2kFJNs-c67NNGS/view ''"False dichotomies are often at the heart of discord."'']
* [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/news/djb-news-gjwxiii-discord-finale Newspost + Summary]
<blockquote> For all their attempts at a peaceful resolution, three galactic powers had become entwined in a war for the truth behind the seeds of discord. The blurred line between truth and fiction had caught the loyal supporters of the Severian Principate in the crossfire of the Collective’s feud with the Dark Brotherhood. Across the Lyra-3K-a system, three theaters of war entered the final chapters of their respective battles and conflicts. </blockquote>


== Inquisitorius Archive ==


Official Fiction Updates for both the Dark Jedi Brotherhood and the independent Clans can be found here in the [https://sites.google.com/view/brotherhoodfictions Inquisitorius Fiction Archives].
===== Justiciar =====
[[File:KamjinHeadshot.png|left|130px]]
'''[[Kamjin_"Maverick"_Lap%27lamiz|Kamjin "Maverick" Lap'lamiz]]''' serves as the current [[Justicar]] of the Brotherhood. The former Emperor of Scholae Palatinae has accepted the position of Justicar following his tenure within the Chamber. His reason for foregoing the throne for the Halls of Justice are cloaked in mystery.


To check out the Dark Jedi Brotherhood Comics that were made [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/comics click here!]


[[File:Dbcomicsnaptshot.png|center|700px|none|tumb|Comics created for the DJB]]




== Databank: Brotherhood Universe ==


The following data bank provides a quick reference to information about persons, locations, and organizations of interest that show up in the Dark Brotherhood storyline.


{| border="3"
==== The Seven Clans ====
|-
[[File:7clans.png|left|130px]]
! colspan=3 style="text-align: center;" | ORGANIZATIONS
'''The Seven Clans''' of the Brotherhood all hold different motivations and personalities. This is where the majority of members call home, reside, and interact with.  
|-
| [[File:Logos-fiction-center-Collective.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[The Collective]]''' || style="padding: 10px;" | The Collective is a powerful organization that has chosen the recent events of the conflict between the Brotherhood’s Resistance and the Iron Throne to make its presence and purpose known.
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| [[File:Logos-fiction-center-Principate.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[The Severian Principate]]''' || style="padding: 10px;" | The Severian Principate is a rare Imperial Warlord state which not only endured but thrived following the Empire’s collapse. Originally a network of mining worlds and orbital facilities in the Kastolar Sector, it existed to fuel the Empire’s war machine. This changed with the governorship of Lucian Niatinus, a commander disillusioned with the Emperor’s self-destructive policies. Devoted to improving the lives of his citizens and secretly allying with the smugglers and pirates from the nearby Hutt Space, he sought to create an ordered state free of the tyranny which inspired the Rebellion.
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| [[File:Darkcouncildblogo.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''The [[Dark Council]]''' || style="padding: 10px;" | The Dark Council serves the Grand Master of the Brotherhood, and governs the various elements of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood.
|-
| [[File:6clans.JPG|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''The Seven Clans''' || style="padding: 10px;" | The seven Clans of the Dark Jedi Brotherhood all hold different motivations and personalities.


[[Clan Arcona|Arcona]], [[Clan Naga Sadow|Naga Sadow]], [[Clan Odan-Urr|Odan-Urr]], [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]], [[Clan Scholae Palatinae|Scholae Palatinae]], [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan]], [[Zsoldos|Clan Vizsla]].
The seven clans are: [[Clan Arcona|Arcona]], [[Clan Naga Sadow|Naga Sadow]], [[Clan Odan-Urr|Odan-Urr]], [[Clan Plagueis|Plagueis]], [[Clan Scholae Palatinae|Scholae Palatinae]], [[Clan Taldryan|Taldryan]], [[Clan_Vizsla|Clan Vizsla]].


A member of each respective unit is referred to in the following manner:
A member of each respective unit is referred to in the following manner:
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Former members of Clan [[Tarentum]] identify as ''Tarenti''.
Former members of Clan [[Tarentum]] identify as ''Tarenti''.
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| style="text-align: center; height: 130px;" | [[File:Picture-emblem1.jpg|130px]]|| style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''Iron Forces''' || style="padding: 10px;" | The Iron Forces are divided into two divisions: The [https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/view/Iron_Forces#The_Iron_Navy Iron Navy], and the [https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/view/Iron_Forces#The_Iron_Legion Iron Legion].
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| [[File:Logos-fiction-center-ACE.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Arx Capital Exchange]]''' || style="padding: 10px;" | The Arx Capital Exchange, or ACE, is the financial and industrial apparatus of the Arx System and the Dark Council as a whole.
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| [[File:Logos-fiction-center-INQ.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Inquisitorius]]''' || style="padding: 10px;" | The Inquisitorius are the Grand Master’s covert network of agents. They represent the Brotherhood's strength outside of the Iron Legion and Iron Fleet. While not all that are enrolled are aligned with the Grand Master’s visions, many compete for favor and to rise in the rankings. The Society offers various awards and incentives and is headed by the Voice of the Brotherhood.
|-
| [[File:Logos-fiction-center-Syndicate.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Shroud Syndicate]]''' || style="padding: 10px;" | The Shroud Syndicate is the premiere criminal organization operating in Dark Brotherhood space. It involves many smaller gangs, crews, and criminal combines within its area of operation, it is lead by the Herald, and operates from the Shroud Nebula where their massive ship, the Godless Matron, makes berth. The organization is involved in almost every major black market deal that happens in Dark Brotherhood space.
|-
! colspan=3 style="text-align: center;" | LOCATIONS
|-
| [[File:Arx-system.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Arx System]]''' ||  style="padding: 10px;" | The Arx System is located in the depths of Wild Space, far away from the core worlds and isolated from the galaxy at large. The planet Arx — or more commonly simply called "Arx" — now serves as the current seat of power for the Dark Brotherhood.
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| [[File:Canon_galaxy_map.jpg|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[starwars:Outer Rim Territories|Outer Rim Territories]]''' || style="padding: 10px;" | The Outer Rim Territories, also known as the Outer Rim or Outer Systems, was a sparsely populated region of [[starwars:The galaxy|the galaxy]] located outside the [[starwars:Mid Rim|Mid Rim]] before [[starwars:Wild Space|Wild Space]] and the [[starwars:Unknown Regions|Unknown Regions]]. The largest region in the galaxy, it was home to diverse [[starwars:Planet|worlds]] and rugged, primitive frontier planets. It is here that the bulk of the Brotherhood’s storyline evolves.
|-
| [[File:Antei.jpg|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Antei]]''' ||  style="padding: 10px;" | The former home system and planet of the Dark Brotherhood. Destroyed by former Grand Master [[Muz Ashen]] in a destructive ritual to gain immortality.
|-
! colspan=3 style="text-align: center;" | PERSONS OF INTEREST
|-
| [[File:Mav-wiki.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Telaris "Mav" Cantor|Telaris]]''' <br> <small>[[Grand Master]]</small> || style="padding: 10px;" | The Grand Master occupies the '''The Iron Throne''', which is the seat of power for the Dark Brotherhood. They control the Dark Council, as well as the combined [[Iron Forces]]
|-
| [[File:EvantHeadshot.jpg|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Evant Taelyan]]''' <br> <small>[[Deputy Grand Master]]</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/9118/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | Evant has long worked to carry out the vision of the Brotherhood and Grand Master, and is constantly active in establishing networks and organizations to further those goals. This has earned him a high level of trust with the Grand Master and Dark Council, furthering his level of responsibility influence. Evant is brash, egotistical and absolutely loyal to the Dark Council.
|-
| [[File:Alarisheadshot.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Alaris Jinn]]''' <br> <small>[[Fist]] of the Brotherhood</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/character_sheets/8838 Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | Supreme Commander of the Iron Legion and Navy, head of the Grand Master's Royal Guard. Alaris is more known for his political prowess than his military strategy, but he has assumed the role with relative ease.
|-
| [[File:Marick1 -1975526829.jpg|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Marick Tyris]]''' <br> <small>[[Voice]] of the Brotherhood</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/10214/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | After going undercover within the Collective ranks, Marick has returned to [[Arx]] to continue to lead and direct the [[Inquisitorius]]. The Master Assassin continues bring a heightened level of efficiency to the office but faces everyday challenges as both an administrator and bureaucrat, especially when dealing with his former home Clan who still have not forgotten what he did.
|-
| [[File:Logos-fiction-center-Selika.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Selika Roh]]''' <br> <small>[[Herald]] of the Brotherhood</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/2632/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | Head of diplomatic relationships between the Clans of the Brotherhood, and leader of the Shroud Syndicate.
|-
| [[File:James-wiki.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''James Lucius Entar''' <br> <small>[[Seneschal]] of the Brotherhood</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/1294/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | The enigmatically eccentric, ever endearing Seneschal heads up the Brotherhood’s Research and Development and also maintains sovereignty over cyber security thanks to his unique artificial intelligence, Construct [[Dbbot|dbb0t]]. James has a penchant for riddles and rarely involves himself in political matters, claiming to serve the Brotherhood and the Galaxy at large. He is most often left to his own devices out of both respect and fear.
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| [[File:DSImage.jpg|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Daniel Stephens]]''' <br> <small>[[Headmaster]] of the Brotherhood</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/146/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | The Master Archivist overseeing the [[Shadow Academy]] and all of its secrets.
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| [[File:Dacienheadshot.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Dacien Victae]]''' <br> <small>[[Justicar]] of the Brotherhood</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/7388/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | The new Justicar replacing [[Jac Cotelin]].
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| [[File:Howladerheadshot.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Howlader]]''' <br> <small>[[Master at Arms]]</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/8/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | Howlader is rarely seen in his office, but his work always seems to get done. Overseeing the ceremony and record keeping of the Brotherhood’s dossiers, Howlader’s allegiance seems to be more to the position he holds than to any one leader or even his home unit.
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| [[File:AtraHeadshot.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Atra Ventus]]''' <br> <small>'''[[Regent]]'''</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/11708/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | The former Combat Master and Praetor now serves as Lord Regent. Atra detests the title, but has made quick work of stepping into the role and has a vested interest in the negotiations between the Severian Principate and the Brotherhood.
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! colspan=3 style="text-align: center;" | SUPPORTING CHARACTERS
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| style="text-align: center; height: 130px;" | [[File:Nixheadshot.png|130px]]|| style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''Damon Nix''' <br> <small>Lord Marshal</small> || style="padding: 10px;" | The enigmatic strategist behind the [https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/view/Iron_Forces#The_Iron_Legion Iron Legion] looks to ensure that Pravus’ plans proceed as intended. A master of subterfuge and deception, the man who had previously lead the Dark Crusades by posing as the mysterious Darth Esoteric is one of the most dangerous Sith in the Brotherhood for his unpredictable methods and lethal cunning.
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| [[File:Rhellheadshot.JPG|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Lena Rhell]]''' <br> <small>Grand General</small><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/non_player_characters/241 Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | The leader of the [https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/view/Iron_Forces#The_Iron_Navy Iron Navy], Rhell serves as the Fist's chief advisor on naval warfare and strategy. In a dual role as a Moff, she is also tasked with the operation and defense of the [[Arx System]].
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| [[File:MorganHeadshot.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Morgan B. Sorenn|Morgan Sorenn]]''' <br> <small>Former [[Herald]] and [[Deputy Grand Master]]</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/6463/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | Starship captain, pirate, mercenary, and crime boss currently serving the Grand Master of the Dark Brotherhood. She is a Nar Shaddaan by birth, spacer by choice and mercenary by necessity who leads a life devoid of restrictions or bylaws. The only loyalty she holds is the one that is earned, and not many deserve that privilege.
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| [[File:Pravus3.png|130px]] || style="white-space: nowrap; text-align: center; padding: 10px;" | '''[[Darth Pravus]]''' <br> <small>[[Grand Master]]</small> <br><br> [https://www.darkjedibrotherhood.com/members/1120/character_sheet Character Sheet] || style="padding: 10px;" | Former Grand Master of the Brotherhood and architect of the “New Order”. Manipulative, cunning, and utterly dedicated to his vision of a clean, pure, and efficient Brotherhood.
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==== The Iron Forces ====
'''The Iron Forces''' are divided into two divisions: The [https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/view/Iron_Forces#The_Iron_Navy Iron Navy], and the [https://wiki.darkjedibrotherhood.com/view/Iron_Forces#The_Iron_Legion Iron Legion].
 
==== Grand Master’s Royal Guard ====
Formerly elite body guards for the Council, the reinvented '''[[Grand_Master%27s_Royal_Guard|Grand Master’s Royal Guard]]''', maintain their elite combat skill set to under take very dangerous operations on behalf of the Brotherhood. Beyond the unique experiences it offers, unique awards and incentives are given by order of the Fist.
 
==== The Shadow Academy ====
The '''[[Shadow Academy]]''' and its associated '''[[Aurora Collegium of Sciences]]''' oversees the training, education, and research components of the Brotherhood. Providing unique items and opportunities, it is overseen by the Headmaster.
 
==== Arx Capital Exchange ====
[[File:Logos-fiction-center-ACE.png|left|130px]] The '''[[Arx Capital Exchange]]''', or ACE, is the financial and industrial apparatus of the Arx System and the Council as a whole. The Regent manages its efforts for the Brotherhood.
 
 
 
 
 
 
==== Inquisitorius ====
[[File:Logos-fiction-center-INQ.png|left|130px]]
The '''[[Inquisitorius]]''' are the Grand Master’s covert network of agents. They represent the Brotherhood's strength outside of the Iron Legion and Iron Fleet. While not all that are enrolled are aligned with the Grand Master’s visions, many compete for favor and to rise in the rankings. The Society offers various awards and incentives and is headed by the Voice of the Brotherhood.
 
 
 
 
 
==== Shroud Syndicate ====
[[File:Logos-fiction-center-Syndicate.png|left|130px]]
The '''[[Shroud Syndicate]]''' is the premiere criminal organization operating in Brotherhood space. It involves many smaller gangs, crews, and criminal combines within its area of operation, it is lead by the Herald, and operates from the Shroud Nebula where their massive ship, the Godless Matron, makes berth. The organization is involved in almost every major black market deal that happens in Brotherhood space.
 
=== Allied Factions ===
==== The Severian Principate ====
[[File:Logos-fiction-center-Principate.png|left|130px]]
'''[[The Severian Principate]]''' is a rare Imperial Warlord state which not only endured but thrived following the Empire’s collapse. Originally a network of mining worlds and orbital facilities in the Kastolar Sector, it existed to fuel the Empire’s war machine. This changed with the governorship of Lucian Niatinus, a commander disillusioned with the Emperor’s self-destructive policies. Devoted to improving the lives of his citizens and secretly allying with the smugglers and pirates from the nearby Hutt Space, he sought to create an ordered state free of the tyranny which inspired the Rebellion.
 
It has largely grown beyond that initial vision, seeking to focus on peace and alliances to bring prosperity to its 16 different star systems.
 
=== Neutral Factions ===
==== The Tenixir Revenants ====
[[File:Logos-fiction-center-Revenants.png|left|130px]]
'''[[The Tenixir Revenants]]''' is a conglomerate of criminal organizations. Comprised largely of former prisoners held by the Severian Principate on the planet of Tenixir they have a deep hatred of the Imperial group. They are distrustful of all, but willing to work for the credits. Their allegiance is only to themselves. They take some great deal of persuasion to work with the Brotherhood based on its close alignment with the Severian Principate.
 
 
 
=== Enemy Factions ===
==== The Collective ====
[[File:Logos-fiction-center-Collective.png|left|130px]]
'''[[The Collective]]''' is a powerful organization led by the fierce Rath Oligard. Their unified purpose is to rid the galaxy of Force users. They are responsible for a multitude of conflicts, death, and loss, including a violent assault on the Brotherhood’s seat of power, Arx. While driving back, they have spent years rebuilding and preparing for the next phase of their crusade against the Brotherhood, and the Force as a whole.
 
 
 
 
==== The Children of Mortis ====
[[File:Logos-fiction-center-CoM.png|left|130px]]
'''[[The Children of Mortis]]''' is a powerful organization led by a mythical individual known as The Father, who has led them for millennia. Their unified purpose is to break the chains binding the Force, allowing the Father to ascend as the Force itself and control the universe. They have assaulted the Brotherhood and all seven clans in the past, and were pushed back from the Ethereal realm in 41 ABY. Their current whereabouts is unknown.


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Latest revision as of 20:04, 16 December 2024

Real World Perspective.

Welcome to the Dark Jedi Brotherhood Fiction Center. This page has many links and brief descriptions to help both new and returning members get caught up with the Brotherhood’s current storyline. This includes short summaries, recaps, and blurbs on important factions/people/places within the Brotherhood’s lore.

To get started:

  • Brotherhood Canon, which looks to align with Star Wars Canon where possible, is maintained by the Brotherhood Story Group. The story group's objective is to maintain consistency with Brotherhood Lore with respect to narrative plot updates, system features like possessions and character sheets, as well as integration with new material introduced into "nu Canon". The Story Group is headed by the Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master with the Voice functioning as the primary author of the club-wide fiction.
  • The Brotherhood’s home rests in the Arx System. (Antei was destroyed and the Council relocated).
  • To learn more about the Fiction Society, check out the Inquisitorius page on the Wiki.
  • To expand your knowledge of the Brotherhood's fiction systems, check out the Fiction Resources. This includes links to resources and documentation that can be useful for all writers in the club!
  • To join the ongoing discussion on original characters and fiction, check out our Fiction Chat channel on our Discord server.

Fictional Timeline

  • The current DB fictional year is 42 ABY.
  • To get caught up on the latest brotherhood storyline, check out the fiction updates below.
  • The Dark Crusade is the beginning of the contemporary storyline so start there if you want to start at the beginning of the modern plots for the club.
  • To see the different arcs, see the Fiction Updates: Story Arcs.

Current Storyline

The current storyline picks up following the Sixteenth Great Jedi War, which saw the forces of the Brotherhood face off against The Children of Mortis in an ethereal plane of existence. This conflict ended with the Brotherhood’s victory, and the Children retreating to lick their wounds.

Resource Rush

The months following the Sixteenth Great Jedi War were some of the most peaceful that the Brotherhood has ever seen. It was a time of rebuilding forces, training, strengthing, and independence for the clans.

The Brotherhood’s closest allies, The Severian Principate had spent the last years growing rapidly, as their peaceful approach gained more and more popularity. In addition to their trio of core leaders, a new body, The Council of Systems, had formed so that each of their 16 systems had a voice.

However peace only goes so far, and many raider attacks occurred in their systems. Their reliance solely on the Brotherhood for defense had to come to an end. In conjunction with the Brotherhood, a project was put into place to gather rare resources, research new technologies, build new ships and weapons, and train the next generation of soldiers. Both would prosper from this growth and stability.

Previous Storyline: Fictional Recap

Previous Arc
Year Story Arc Fiction
41 ABY Sixteenth Great Jedi War: Transcendance

Prologue
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3

The Children of Mortis had vanished, seemingly into thin air. Haunted by taunts from predecessor the Grand Master Darth Nehalem ordered the construction of a great gateway,that, utilizing the power of force-imbued crystals, would lead the way to fight the Children, and allow him to destroy the former Grand Master at the same time.

Upon completion, the entire forces of the Brotherhood, and its seven clans ventured into the Ethereal Realm, where time, gravity, Force abilities, and even the long dead followed new rules. Darth Nehalem found the former Grand Master and abandoned his post leading the Brotherhood’s forces to attempt to kill him.

Hoping to use the conflict, the Children’s leader, the Father, began a ritual to destroy the chain of the Force, a manifestation of the binding of the Force and the real world together. Attempting to sacrifice Avitus Oligard in the process, it was a race against time.

Ultimately the Brotherhood prevailed. The Father’s new body was killed, and his spirit returned to the crystalline skeleton that housed it for so many ages. Avitus Oligard was saved and allowed to leave in peace. The Children of Mortis retreated into shadow. The Brotherhood retreated, sealing the still dueling Darth Nehalem and Telaris Cantor in the ethereal realm, fates left to the will of the force.

Dacien Victae was appointed the new Grand Master of the Brotherhood.

Inquisitorius Archive

Official Fiction Updates for both the Brotherhood and the independent Clans can be found here in the Inquisitorius Fiction Archives.

To check out the Dark Jedi Brotherhood Comics that were made click here!

Comics created for the DJB
Comics created for the DJB

Databank: Brotherhood Universe

The following data bank provides a quick reference to information about persons, locations, and organizations of interest that show up in the Brotherhood storyline.

The Brotherhood

The Arx System

The Arx System is located in the depths of Wild Space, far away from the core worlds and isolated from the galaxy at large. The planet Arx now serves as the current seat of power for the Brotherhood. The Council oversees the Brotherhood from the headquarters known as The Ascent, which is located in Eos City.



The Council

The Council serves the Grand Master of the Brotherhood, and governs the various elements of the Brotherhood including, training, resources, intelligence, and the military. There are ten positions, including the Grand Master. They work alongside the Justicar as the overseers for the entire Brotherhood.



Grand Master

Lord Dacien Victae serves as the current Grand Master. The Grand Master occupies the The Iron Throne, which is the seat of power for the Brotherhood. They control the Council, as well as the combined Iron Forces. Following a long career on the Council, Dacien Victae seized control after abandoning Darth Nehalem in the Ethereal Realm.



Deputy Grand Master

'Thane "Atra" Skotos (also known as Darth Renatus)' serves as the current Deputy Grand Master, right hand of the Grand Master. Following his terms as both Regent and Justicar, Darth Renatus helps maintain the Brotherhood's control over its space.




Master at Arms

Howlader serves as the current Master at Arms. He is rarely seen in his office, but his work always seems to get done. Overseeing the ceremony and record keeping of the Brotherhood’s dossiers, Howlader’s allegiance seems to be more to the position he holds than to any one leader or even his home unit.




Seneschal

James Lucius Entar serves as the current Seneschal of the Brotherhood. The enigmatically eccentric, ever-endearing Seneschal heads up the Brotherhood’s Research and Development and also maintains sovereignty over cyber security thanks to his unique artificial intelligence, Construct dbb0t. James has a penchant for riddles and rarely involves himself in political matters, claiming to serve the Brotherhood and the Galaxy at large. He is most often left to his own devices out of both respect and fear.



Headmaster

Rhylance serves as the current Headmaster of the Brotherhood. He oversees the Aurora Collegium of Sciences and the Shadow Academy on the Grand Master's behalf. Despite not being a Force-user himself, he aids the teaching for Force-users and Non-force-users alike while researching the many items deemed needed by the Council.



Herald

Malfearak Asvraal serves as the current Herald of the Brotherhood. As the new Herald and head of the Shroud Syndicate, the Malfearak works hard to maintain the strong grip the Brotherhood has made in the underworld.




Voice of the Brotherhood

Idris Adenn serves as the current Voice of the Brotherhood. Known as an outgoing and accomplished Bounty Hunter, Idris Adenn has brought an air of flash and style to the otherwise shadowed and secretive Inquisitorius. The Mandalorian takes great pride in the efforts of the Brotherhood's intelligence agency.



Fist of the Brotherhood

Uji Tameike serves as the current Fist of the Brotherhood. Uji is a master tactician and strategist, renowned for his ability to plan far into the future, with schemes spanning days, weeks, or even years. He has cultivated an extensive network of allies across the Brotherhood, including individuals from various Clans and members of the Royal Guard who have acted in his stead.



Regent

Thran Occasus serves as the current Regent. The former Praetor ascended to the Council following Zyxl’s resignation. A former Consul, and actor/model, he brings a new kind of life to the position.



Emissary

Seraine "Erinyes" Ténama serves as the current Emissary, the newest position on the Council. She oversees the Brotherhood’s recruitment and retention of members.



Justiciar

Kamjin "Maverick" Lap'lamiz serves as the current Justicar of the Brotherhood. The former Emperor of Scholae Palatinae has accepted the position of Justicar following his tenure within the Chamber. His reason for foregoing the throne for the Halls of Justice are cloaked in mystery.




The Seven Clans

The Seven Clans of the Brotherhood all hold different motivations and personalities. This is where the majority of members call home, reside, and interact with.

The seven clans are: Arcona, Naga Sadow, Odan-Urr, Plagueis, Scholae Palatinae, Taldryan, Clan Vizsla.

A member of each respective unit is referred to in the following manner:

  • Arconan
  • Taldryanite
  • Sadowan
  • Palatinaean
  • Odanite
  • Plagueian
  • Member of Clan Vizsla

Former members of Clan Tarentum identify as Tarenti.

The Iron Forces

The Iron Forces are divided into two divisions: The Iron Navy, and the Iron Legion.

Grand Master’s Royal Guard

Formerly elite body guards for the Council, the reinvented Grand Master’s Royal Guard, maintain their elite combat skill set to under take very dangerous operations on behalf of the Brotherhood. Beyond the unique experiences it offers, unique awards and incentives are given by order of the Fist.

The Shadow Academy

The Shadow Academy and its associated Aurora Collegium of Sciences oversees the training, education, and research components of the Brotherhood. Providing unique items and opportunities, it is overseen by the Headmaster.

Arx Capital Exchange

The Arx Capital Exchange, or ACE, is the financial and industrial apparatus of the Arx System and the Council as a whole. The Regent manages its efforts for the Brotherhood.




Inquisitorius

The Inquisitorius are the Grand Master’s covert network of agents. They represent the Brotherhood's strength outside of the Iron Legion and Iron Fleet. While not all that are enrolled are aligned with the Grand Master’s visions, many compete for favor and to rise in the rankings. The Society offers various awards and incentives and is headed by the Voice of the Brotherhood.



Shroud Syndicate

The Shroud Syndicate is the premiere criminal organization operating in Brotherhood space. It involves many smaller gangs, crews, and criminal combines within its area of operation, it is lead by the Herald, and operates from the Shroud Nebula where their massive ship, the Godless Matron, makes berth. The organization is involved in almost every major black market deal that happens in Brotherhood space.

Allied Factions

The Severian Principate

The Severian Principate is a rare Imperial Warlord state which not only endured but thrived following the Empire’s collapse. Originally a network of mining worlds and orbital facilities in the Kastolar Sector, it existed to fuel the Empire’s war machine. This changed with the governorship of Lucian Niatinus, a commander disillusioned with the Emperor’s self-destructive policies. Devoted to improving the lives of his citizens and secretly allying with the smugglers and pirates from the nearby Hutt Space, he sought to create an ordered state free of the tyranny which inspired the Rebellion.

It has largely grown beyond that initial vision, seeking to focus on peace and alliances to bring prosperity to its 16 different star systems.

Neutral Factions

The Tenixir Revenants

The Tenixir Revenants is a conglomerate of criminal organizations. Comprised largely of former prisoners held by the Severian Principate on the planet of Tenixir they have a deep hatred of the Imperial group. They are distrustful of all, but willing to work for the credits. Their allegiance is only to themselves. They take some great deal of persuasion to work with the Brotherhood based on its close alignment with the Severian Principate.



Enemy Factions

The Collective

The Collective is a powerful organization led by the fierce Rath Oligard. Their unified purpose is to rid the galaxy of Force users. They are responsible for a multitude of conflicts, death, and loss, including a violent assault on the Brotherhood’s seat of power, Arx. While driving back, they have spent years rebuilding and preparing for the next phase of their crusade against the Brotherhood, and the Force as a whole.



The Children of Mortis

The Children of Mortis is a powerful organization led by a mythical individual known as The Father, who has led them for millennia. Their unified purpose is to break the chains binding the Force, allowing the Father to ascend as the Force itself and control the universe. They have assaulted the Brotherhood and all seven clans in the past, and were pushed back from the Ethereal realm in 41 ABY. Their current whereabouts is unknown.