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Did you ever hear the tragedy of Darth Plagueis the Wise? This article details the history of a character who no longer actively takes part in current events.
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Lan Orsalan is a former Jedi Knight that turned to the Dark Side and currently resides in Clan Naga Sadow. His current rank is Protector.
Character History
Early life
Lan Orsalan was born on Coruscant during 10 ABY. His parents abandoned him in the lower levels when he was 3, and he was forced to take matters into his own hands, fighting for survival.
Lan took to the streets, becoming a skilled street mechanic for mercenaries and merchants in the lower levels soon after turning 13. He lived in an old, abandoned warehouse, and received food and money from his clients for his work. One of these clients was Fenris Shaal, a Mandalorian mercenary that soon became his best friend. Fenris not only helped him get started in his buisness, but also trained him in self-defense and sharpshooting. When he turned 15, a Coruscant Police Force patrol was in the lower levels, trying to capture a thief that had fled there. Lan took advantage of the opportunity and snuck aboard the squad's transport, subconsciously using the Force to make him invisible.
The CSF soon returned, with the thief in custody, and traveled back up to the upper levels. When they arrived at CSF Headquarters, Lan was discovered and caught by one of the officers. By coincidence, Jedi Master Kodan Korest, a Jedi technician, was in the CSF Headquarters and heard the officer who had caught Lan over the comlink. Kodan arrived just in time to see Lan being handcuffed and put in a police speeder. Kodan requested Lan's release, and finding that he was very strong in the Force, took Lan to the Jedi Academy to be trained.
Kodan Korest
Jedi Training
When they arrived at the Academy, Lan dove immediately into his studies, and was assigned to Jedi Head Archaeologist Nara Vend as an apprentice along with Celsati Nael, A beautiful young woman who was strong in the Force. Lan found in Celsati a kindred spirit, and quickly became close friends with her. Lan progressed quickly, devouring literature, fighting styles, and information about the Force like scraps of bread. He aided in the Battle of Korriban against the Disciples of Ragnos, which gained him multiple scars and an elevation to Jedi Knight. Also during the battle, he realized his feelings for Celsati, saving her from death within the catacombs of the Sith temple. soon after, the two became lovers.
Lan built his lightsaber and began to follow in his master's footsteps, becoming a Jedi Archaeologist and exploring the Massassi temples located on Yavin IV. During one such trip, an accident caused Lan to discover an ancient tome written by Exar Kun. It told of his history, Jedi teachings, and the power he gained by turning to the Dark Side. Lan traveled back to the temple, hiding the text in his cloak. In private, he began dabbling in the Dark Side arts, and soon decided to leave the Jedi Order. By the time Nara Vend and Celsati discovered his plans, Lan had stolen a ship and left the Jedi in the dust.
Hunt for the Brotherhood
After leaving the Jedi Academy, Lan traveled around the galaxy, chasing hints and rumors about a great legion of Dark Jedi. After combing the galaxy for a month, he finally found a solid piece of information. On the planet Ord Mantell, he had found an AWOL Dark Jedi Guardian, who was hiding out from Dark Jedi who were hunting him. Lan questioned and pestered the older man, eventually putting him at saber-point, until he revealed the location of the recently rebuilt Shadow Academy. Lan immediately set out on the unstable course to Lyspair.
Along the way, Lan's ship malfunctioned and he crashed on Tatooine. He had more than enough credits to get him a new ship, but was unable to due to the unexpected arrival of a Jedi starfleet. Lan soon learned that the commander of the fleet was his old master, Nara Vend, who was trying to find his fallen apprentice and bring him back to the light. Lan was able to escape the planet before his master found him, stealing a YT-2400 cruiser and jumping into hyperspace. He soon arrived at Lyspair and the Shadow Academy. His hunt had finally ended.
Initiation
Soon after arriving at Lyspair, Lan joined a group of potential initiates on their hike to the Shadow Academy. Despite the length of the trail and how physically exhausting it was, Lan hardly broke a sweat. After finally arriving at the entrance to the Shadow Academy, Lan and the other hopefuls were greeted by the Headmaster. After a brief welcome and an introduction to the Brotherhood, the Headmaster left the initiates to their own devices. Lan immediately dove into his studies, and passed the Test of Lore on his second day at the Academy. Soon after, Lan was transported to House Marka Ragnos of Clan Naga Sadow, just a few months before the Grand Master's decision to change the clans into houses. With the aid of Malisane Sadow, Lan soon gained a master, Tsainetomo Keibatsu Sadow.Lan passed the first Dark Jedi Brotherhood history test with flying colors, gaining him the rank of Novice within days.
Rite of Supremacy: Disorder
Soon after earning the rank of Protector from Grand Master Muz Ashen, Disorder began. As the bonds between House members began to dissolve, Lan was quickly transported from Lyspair by the FCC Firefox to Antei. He aided in the assault on the Temple Bonya, and fought his way into the temple with a strike force of Sith.
DJB Facts
Positions Held
Outstanding Achievements
- Being elevated to Protector by Muz Ashen after the Imperial Directorate crisis.
- Becoming a Novice in the space of 4 days after joining.
Trivia
Interesting or important facts that do not fall under the other two categories.