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| These are the Promotion Trials as set forth by the Summit of Clan Naga Sadow to be used by members who desire to attain higher ranks during thier time in the Brotherhood.
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| ==Notes on these Trials==
| | Throughout our history, the cycle has repeated itself, never failing. There is a Master and an Apprentice. The Apprentice learns from his Master, and in turn, becomes a Master in his own right, finally taking a student of his own, to whom he passes on his knowledge and experience. This cycle must never fail, else the Dark Side itself shall fail. |
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| *Extreme amounts of activity in certain events (such as Brotherhood wide competitions) can be used ‘in lieu of’ tasks in these trials, at the discretion of the person(s) charged with promoting you. Example: If a Guardian is extremely active in a ‘Great Jedi War’, the Summit may decide to promote that member to Jedi Hunter, even if the Guardian has not completed all of his or her tasks for that promotion.
| | These words remain true today in the Dark Brotherhood, and within Clan Naga Sadow. Young Apprentices are assigned to their Master, who in turn teaches the Apprentice the ways of the Brotherhood, and the Dark Side. As these Apprentices themselves rise to Knighthood, they too are given the opportunity to share their wisdom with new Apprentices. Always continuing the cycle. This is the Master Student Program, as laid out by Clan Naga Sadow. |
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| *Holding a position of responsibility (such as Envoy, Assistant Envoy, Battleteam Leader, Rollmaster, Aedile, etc.) can be used ‘in lieu of’ tasks on these lists. Again, this is at the discretion of the person(s) responsible for executing the promotion.
| | ==Introduction== |
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| *Leaders may also, at any time, use tasks performed that are not on this list ‘in lieu of’ tasks that are on this list. Example: If a Protector has been very active, participating in a high number of competitions, the Aedile or Quaestor has the authority to use that activity in those competitions to ‘substitute’ items on these trials.
| | Becoming a Master is one of the many things young Dark Jedi look forward to as they complete their trials and become Dark Jedi Knights. It is seen as an honor and a privilege to instruct others in the way of the Brotherhood and the Dark Side. It is a great honor to see ones Apprentice take the final steps into Knighthood. |
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| *The above mentioned ‘exceptions’ should not be ‘assumed’ or ‘counted on’ by a member who is undertaking these trials. These are options that leaders have at their disposal for exceptionally active members, and will be used at their discretion. Asking for these exceptions is a sure way not to get them.
| | Becoming a Master can be a very rewarding experience on many levels. Beyond the materialistic rewards, which are great and many, successful Masters are viewed as leaders within the clan, and it can be the first leadership role many young Dark Jedi Knights have. Successfully mentoring students can lead to a wealth of possibilities in the Brotherhood, but being a Master is not for everyone. Masters are placed in a trusted relationship, where they have a great deal of influence and clout with their students. Therefore, it has been mandated that those wishing to become Masters meet certain requirements, to ensure only the best of Naga Sadow are trusted to mentor our new members. |
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| *Remember that these are just some of the options you have for promotion. If you are at any particular rank, and find yourself unable to complete items on these lists, feel free to talk to your Aedile or Quaestor, who can always suggest other tasks that may not be on the list. This document has been created as just one way to find your way up the ranks in the Brotherhood, and often, following these steps will be your fastest way to attaining those ranks. But, it is just that, one way. Many members have successfully found their own ways up the ladder, and we encourage you to find your way, regardless if you use these trials or not.
| | This document lays out the responsibilities of the all those in the Master Student Program, from the Rollmaster to the Masters and the Students, as well as the supporting roles of the Clan Summit. It also covers the procedures for those wishing to become Master, the roles played by the Envoys, and much more. Any questions about this document should be referred to the Clan Rollmaster, Sith Warrior Derev Niroth. |
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| *Completing the tasks outlined for your next promotion is not always an instant guarantee of promotion. There are times where you may be forced to wait a few days (or weeks) depending on what rank you are at, and how quickly you have completed these trials. If you seem to be waiting overly long, please contact your House Summit, who may be able to shed some light on why you haven't been promoted yet.
| | ==Overview of the Master Student Program== |
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| == From Apprentice to Jedi Hunter ==
| | As each young apprentice joins the ranks of Naga Sadow, they are taken into the care of the Envoys, who will ensure that each member is given the attention to answer any questions they have about the Brotherhood and ensure they have the tools necessary to receive their first promotion, Novice. |
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| ===Trials of the Apprentice===
| | At the rank of Novice, the Rollmaster will contact each new member, formally welcoming them to Clan Naga Sadow, and inviting them to the Master Student Program. The Rollmaster and Envoy, along with the student, will work to select an appropriate Master, who will then be assigned to that Novice. At this point, the Clan Summit will transfer the new member to the same house and battleteam (if applicable) as the students Master. All those reaching the rank of Novice will be assigned to a Battleteam. |
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| In order to be promoted to Novice, the Apprentice must complete ONE of the following tasks:
| | The Envoys will continue to work with the new member, along with the Master, until the member reaches the rank of Protector. During this transition period, the Master will place a primary focus on the new member achieving the steps necessary to earn promotions, and ensuring those members are active within the clan. The Envoys will continue to work with the members on various outlets in the Brotherhood, such as the ACC, various competitions, and other forms of activity outside of Clan Naga Sadow. |
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| *Create His/Her Character History
| | At the point of promotion to Protector, the Master will assume the full responsibility for the students progress, and the Envoys will end their formal relationship with the new member. During this time, the Master will begin priming the student for their upcoming Trials of Knighthood. Upon successful completion of the Consul’s Task in the Trials, the formal relationship between Master and Apprentice shall end, but it is believed and indeed hoped that this relationship will continue for many, many years, and that these members have each other to fall back on throughout their careers in the Brotherhood. |
| *Pass the Test of Wisdom, Endurance, or Agility
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| *Do a basic activity in the House.
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| *Complete a Minor Task set by the Battleteam Leader.
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| *Join the Clan on IRC (Internet Relay Chat)
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| *Register and Post a Message on the Clan Naga Sadow Message Board
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| Following completion of ONE of these tasks, the rank of Novice will be granted.
| | ==Duties of the Rollmaster== |
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| The Trials of the Apprentice must be completed within 28 days of joining the clan, else the Apprentice will be transferred to the Rogues. | | The Rollmaster is tasked with the overall supervision and administration of the Master Student Program, and his specific duties include, but are not limited to: |
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| ===Trials of the Novice===
| | Greet all newly promotes novices. |
| | Assist in and approve all Master/Student pairings. |
| | Supervise All Masters |
| | Make regular reports to the Clan on the status of the MSP |
| | Provide guidance to Masters and Students |
| | Approve all new Masters |
| | Oversee the removal of unfit Masters |
| | Continuously document the Program |
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| In order to be promoted to Acolyte, the Novice must complete TWO of the following tasks (none of which were used to satisfy the requirements for promotion to Novice):
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| *Pass the IRC Basics course.
| | ==Duties of the Envoys== |
| *Pass the Krath, Obelisk, or Sith CORE course.
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| *Participate in a Competition.
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| *Participate in a Gaming Night.
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| *Complete a Minor Task set by the Master.
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| *Join the Clan on IRC (Internet Relay Chat).
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| *Register and Post a Message on the Clan Naga Sadow Message Board.
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| Following completion of TWO of these tasks, the rank of of Acolyte will be granted.
| | The Envoys serve as the beginning of the Master Student Program, providing the integral initial training and information to new members of the Clan. In their role, they teach the very basics to each member. The specific duties of the Envoys include: |
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| The Trials of the Novice must be completed within 28 of being promoted to Novice, else the Novice will be transferred to the Rogues.
| | Welcome and greet each new member of the Clan (CCing the Rollmaster on each initial contact) |
| | Forward the Join Email to the Rollmaster |
| | Ensure each member is given the necessary resources to ensure they are able to reach the rank of Novice. |
| | At the rank of Novice, work with the Rollmaster in finding a suitable Master for each student. |
| | Ensure that each student is encouraged to join the Master Student Program |
| | Ensure the transition from Envoys to MSP is handled as smoothly as possible |
| | Support Masters, as needed, throughout the students path |
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| ===Trials of the Acolyte=== | | ==Duties of the Masters== |
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| In order to be promoted to Protector, the Acolyte must complete THREE of the following tasks (none of which were used to satisfy a previous promotion requirement):
| | The masters, after being selected, work without much supervision, and are trusted to mentor his students without the need for constant oversight. The master does have a wealth of responsibilities throughout the career of his student. The exact duties of a Master are not covered in this document, nor are they publicly available to the clan. However, these select duties are included in this document: |
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| *Participate in 2 Competitions.
| | Report not less then every two weeks to the Rollmaster, detailing the progress their student(s) have made in that time period |
| *Earn a Crescent from a Competition.
| | Complete any and all duties mandated in the Trials |
| *Earn a Dark Side Scroll.
| | Set a good example for their students |
| *Earn a Cluster of Fire from a Gaming Night.
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| *Complete a Minor Tasks set by the Master (BTL, AED, or QUA is acceptable if Acolyte has no Master)
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| Following the completion of THREE of these tasks, the rank of Protector will be granted.
| | ==Duties of the Students== |
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| The Trials of the Acolyte must be completed with 28 days of being promoted to Acolyte, else the Acolyte will be transferred to the Rogues.
| | While joining the Master Student Program is not a requirement, it is very strongly encouraged for all new members joining Naga Sadow. Because of this, a very large amount of time and dedication is placed into this program by the Masters and Rollmaster. For this reason, it is expected that each Student in the program will follow a few basic rules: |
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| ===Trials of the Protector===
| | Ensure communication is maintained on a regular basis with the assigned Master |
| | Contact the Rollmaster if unable to contact assigned Master for over three days |
| | Report no less then bi-weekly to your Master |
| | Make every possible effort to follow the time restraints as laid out in the Promotion Trials |
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| In order to be promoted to Guardian, the Protector must serve at least two weeks as a Protector, and complete THREE of the following tasks (none of which were used to satisfy a previous promotion requirement):
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| *Have been awarded a Merit Award.
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| *Earn a Crescent from a Competition.
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| *Earn a Dark Side Scroll from the Writer's Corner or Dark Voice
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| *Earn Five Clusters of Fire from Gaming Nights.
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| *Earn an Elite Cluster of Fire from a Royal Guard Training Crucible.
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| *Earn a Scroll of Indoctrination by recruiting another member.
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| | ==Entering the Master Student Program== |
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| *Following the completion of THREE of the tasks listed above (none of which were used to satisfy a previous promotion requirement), the Protector must request a Major Task from the Aedile.
| | Students enter the Master Student Program upon achieving the rank of Novice, and receiving an invitation from the Clan Rollmaster. Any student who does not enter the program in this fashion, for whatever reason, may petition the Rollmaster for entry into the Program. No member may enter the program after attaining the rank of Jedi Hunter. |
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| Following the completion of this task, the rank of Guardian will be granted.
| | ==Leaving the Master Student Program== |
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| ===Trials of the Guardian===
| | Members may, at their leisure, opt to remove themselves from the Master Student Program by emailing the Rollmaster. However, it should be noted that a member that leaves the Master Student Program will not be able to return, barring extreme circumstances. If a member has a problem with their Master, they should immediately report the problem to the Rollmaster. |
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| In order to be promoted to Jedi Hunter, the Guardian must serve at least three weeks as a Guardian, and complete FOUR of the following tasks(none of which were used to satisfy a previous promotion requirement):
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| *Pass Five Additional Shadow Academy Courses during the rank of Guardian.
| | Members who have attained the rank of Dark Jedi Knight have the privilege of becoming Masters. However, this process is not to be taken lightly. Any member wishing to become a Master should first meet these requirements: |
| *Earn an additional Merit Award as a Guardian.
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| *Earn Two Additional Crescents from Competitions.
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| *Earn Twenty-five Clusters of Fire.
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| *Earn Five Elite Clusters of Fire.
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| *Earn Three Dark Side Scrolls from the Writer's Corner or the Dark Voice.
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| *Become a member of the Antei Combat Center.
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| | Achieve the rank of Dark Jedi Knight (or higher) |
| | Have served continuously to present day in Clan Naga Sadow, for at least four months * |
| | Have never been found guilty of a charge before the Chamber of Justice ** |
| | Possess an email response time of, at the very most, 72 hours |
| | Possess, at the very least, a minimal IRC presence |
| | Ability and willingness to report to the Rollmaster at least twice per month |
| | The ability to perform all expectations of a Master in this document |
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| *Following the completition of FOUR of these tasks (none of which were used to satisfy a previous promotion requirement), the Guardian must request a major task from the Quaestor. | | *Members who have accepted positions outside of the clan, but not in another clan (such as a Dark Council position), are free to continue to serve as Masters within Clan Naga Sadow. Upon leaving said position, the member must return directly to Naga Sadow to maintain their status as a Master. |
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| Following completion of this task, the rank of Jedi Hunter will be granted.
| | **Individual cases will be reviewed on a case by case basis, in an attempt to determine if the offense would have any bearing on the expectations of a Master in this program. |
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| ==Trials of the Jedi Hunter==
| | Members who meet these requirements should petition the Clan Rollmaster for entry into the Master Student Program. Please note that these criteria are not negotiable. |
| In order to begin the Trials of Knighthood, the member must attain the rank of Jedi Hunter. A Jedi Hunter must serve as least four weeks as a Jedi Hunter, before promotion can be attained.
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| ===First Task=== | | ==Removing a Master / Barred Masters== |
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| In order to pass the First Task, the Jedi Hunter must complete ONE of the following:
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| *Create a Short Fiction(2+ pages) outlining the creation of his/her lightsabre.
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| *Participate in ten Gaming Night Matches.
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| *Create a Fiction (4+ pages)
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| *Participate in twenty Gaming Night Matches.
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| *Participate in a Competition
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| *Become a Combatant of the Antei Combat Center.
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| *Create a Short Fiction(4+ Pages)
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| *Create a Useable Graphic for the CNS Website
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| *Pass an additional Shadow Academy course.
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| *Participate in five matches during Gaming Nights.
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| *Become a Member of the Antei Combat Center.
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| *Participate in an ACCLive! Match.
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| Following completion of these tasks, the Jedi Hunter must recite the Oath to the clan.
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| Following the Hunter swearing the Knight Oath to the Clan, with the blessing of the Master and Consul, the Quaestor shall elevate the Jedi Hunter to Dark Jedi Knight.
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| ==Promotion beyond Knighthood==
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| You have achieved the rank of Dark Jedi Knight, and proven yourself to your Clan. To further yourself, you now must look beyond the Clan. Promotions to Sith Warrior/Krath
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| Priest/Obelisk Templar requires that you begin to make a name for yourself not only within the clan, but in the Brotherhood at large. Good luck in your endeavors.
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| ==Credits==
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| The original Promotion Trials were designed by Derev Niroth (APP->JH), and Kat Pridemore (DJK). Additional work on the trials has been done by Manesh Sadow and Xanos Sadow.
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Preface
Throughout our history, the cycle has repeated itself, never failing. There is a Master and an Apprentice. The Apprentice learns from his Master, and in turn, becomes a Master in his own right, finally taking a student of his own, to whom he passes on his knowledge and experience. This cycle must never fail, else the Dark Side itself shall fail.
These words remain true today in the Dark Brotherhood, and within Clan Naga Sadow. Young Apprentices are assigned to their Master, who in turn teaches the Apprentice the ways of the Brotherhood, and the Dark Side. As these Apprentices themselves rise to Knighthood, they too are given the opportunity to share their wisdom with new Apprentices. Always continuing the cycle. This is the Master Student Program, as laid out by Clan Naga Sadow.
Introduction
Becoming a Master is one of the many things young Dark Jedi look forward to as they complete their trials and become Dark Jedi Knights. It is seen as an honor and a privilege to instruct others in the way of the Brotherhood and the Dark Side. It is a great honor to see ones Apprentice take the final steps into Knighthood.
Becoming a Master can be a very rewarding experience on many levels. Beyond the materialistic rewards, which are great and many, successful Masters are viewed as leaders within the clan, and it can be the first leadership role many young Dark Jedi Knights have. Successfully mentoring students can lead to a wealth of possibilities in the Brotherhood, but being a Master is not for everyone. Masters are placed in a trusted relationship, where they have a great deal of influence and clout with their students. Therefore, it has been mandated that those wishing to become Masters meet certain requirements, to ensure only the best of Naga Sadow are trusted to mentor our new members.
This document lays out the responsibilities of the all those in the Master Student Program, from the Rollmaster to the Masters and the Students, as well as the supporting roles of the Clan Summit. It also covers the procedures for those wishing to become Master, the roles played by the Envoys, and much more. Any questions about this document should be referred to the Clan Rollmaster, Sith Warrior Derev Niroth.
Overview of the Master Student Program
As each young apprentice joins the ranks of Naga Sadow, they are taken into the care of the Envoys, who will ensure that each member is given the attention to answer any questions they have about the Brotherhood and ensure they have the tools necessary to receive their first promotion, Novice.
At the rank of Novice, the Rollmaster will contact each new member, formally welcoming them to Clan Naga Sadow, and inviting them to the Master Student Program. The Rollmaster and Envoy, along with the student, will work to select an appropriate Master, who will then be assigned to that Novice. At this point, the Clan Summit will transfer the new member to the same house and battleteam (if applicable) as the students Master. All those reaching the rank of Novice will be assigned to a Battleteam.
The Envoys will continue to work with the new member, along with the Master, until the member reaches the rank of Protector. During this transition period, the Master will place a primary focus on the new member achieving the steps necessary to earn promotions, and ensuring those members are active within the clan. The Envoys will continue to work with the members on various outlets in the Brotherhood, such as the ACC, various competitions, and other forms of activity outside of Clan Naga Sadow.
At the point of promotion to Protector, the Master will assume the full responsibility for the students progress, and the Envoys will end their formal relationship with the new member. During this time, the Master will begin priming the student for their upcoming Trials of Knighthood. Upon successful completion of the Consul’s Task in the Trials, the formal relationship between Master and Apprentice shall end, but it is believed and indeed hoped that this relationship will continue for many, many years, and that these members have each other to fall back on throughout their careers in the Brotherhood.
Duties of the Rollmaster
The Rollmaster is tasked with the overall supervision and administration of the Master Student Program, and his specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Greet all newly promotes novices.
Assist in and approve all Master/Student pairings.
Supervise All Masters
Make regular reports to the Clan on the status of the MSP
Provide guidance to Masters and Students
Approve all new Masters
Oversee the removal of unfit Masters
Continuously document the Program
Duties of the Envoys
The Envoys serve as the beginning of the Master Student Program, providing the integral initial training and information to new members of the Clan. In their role, they teach the very basics to each member. The specific duties of the Envoys include:
Welcome and greet each new member of the Clan (CCing the Rollmaster on each initial contact)
Forward the Join Email to the Rollmaster
Ensure each member is given the necessary resources to ensure they are able to reach the rank of Novice.
At the rank of Novice, work with the Rollmaster in finding a suitable Master for each student.
Ensure that each student is encouraged to join the Master Student Program
Ensure the transition from Envoys to MSP is handled as smoothly as possible
Support Masters, as needed, throughout the students path
Duties of the Masters
The masters, after being selected, work without much supervision, and are trusted to mentor his students without the need for constant oversight. The master does have a wealth of responsibilities throughout the career of his student. The exact duties of a Master are not covered in this document, nor are they publicly available to the clan. However, these select duties are included in this document:
Report not less then every two weeks to the Rollmaster, detailing the progress their student(s) have made in that time period
Complete any and all duties mandated in the Trials
Set a good example for their students
Duties of the Students
While joining the Master Student Program is not a requirement, it is very strongly encouraged for all new members joining Naga Sadow. Because of this, a very large amount of time and dedication is placed into this program by the Masters and Rollmaster. For this reason, it is expected that each Student in the program will follow a few basic rules:
Ensure communication is maintained on a regular basis with the assigned Master
Contact the Rollmaster if unable to contact assigned Master for over three days
Report no less then bi-weekly to your Master
Make every possible effort to follow the time restraints as laid out in the Promotion Trials
Entering the Master Student Program
Students enter the Master Student Program upon achieving the rank of Novice, and receiving an invitation from the Clan Rollmaster. Any student who does not enter the program in this fashion, for whatever reason, may petition the Rollmaster for entry into the Program. No member may enter the program after attaining the rank of Jedi Hunter.
Leaving the Master Student Program
Members may, at their leisure, opt to remove themselves from the Master Student Program by emailing the Rollmaster. However, it should be noted that a member that leaves the Master Student Program will not be able to return, barring extreme circumstances. If a member has a problem with their Master, they should immediately report the problem to the Rollmaster.
Becoming a Master
Members who have attained the rank of Dark Jedi Knight have the privilege of becoming Masters. However, this process is not to be taken lightly. Any member wishing to become a Master should first meet these requirements:
Achieve the rank of Dark Jedi Knight (or higher)
Have served continuously to present day in Clan Naga Sadow, for at least four months *
Have never been found guilty of a charge before the Chamber of Justice **
Possess an email response time of, at the very most, 72 hours
Possess, at the very least, a minimal IRC presence
Ability and willingness to report to the Rollmaster at least twice per month
The ability to perform all expectations of a Master in this document
- Members who have accepted positions outside of the clan, but not in another clan (such as a Dark Council position), are free to continue to serve as Masters within Clan Naga Sadow. Upon leaving said position, the member must return directly to Naga Sadow to maintain their status as a Master.
- Individual cases will be reviewed on a case by case basis, in an attempt to determine if the offense would have any bearing on the expectations of a Master in this program.
Members who meet these requirements should petition the Clan Rollmaster for entry into the Master Student Program. Please note that these criteria are not negotiable.
Removing a Master / Barred Masters
There have been instances in the history of our clan, where certain members have committed such acts, or developed a history of certain behaviors that are very much undesirable in this program. As such, criteria have been developed to ensure that these persons are not admitted into the Master Student Program, or allowed to continue to serve, should they be discovered after incorporation into the program. These instances are dealt with directly by the Rollmaster and Consul, and their decisions are final.