This thread shall be used to communicate any announcements of a general nature, such as creation of new forums, adding of new features or any matter not requiring an entire post to get across.
Emperor Shadow
Due to the volume of Sith Masters, it would be illogical to seek modifying their ranks per the new rank system. Unless you are a relatively new Master, your distinction as Sith Master Fifth Degree shall stand. You may begin researching for your Member Selected rank.
Emperor Shadow
Ladies, gentlemen and genderless species: Our subcouncils are now in full-swing and are prepared to process your applications. Look over the purpose of each of the four councils and consider which one is right for you. Space is limited so please be timely and efficent.
Emperor Shadow
All right, we're overdue for a 'play nice' warning.
There shall be no flaming.
There shall be no flame-baiting.
And most imporantly: Thou shalt play nice.*
The Staff is ordered to release the rancor to anyone they deem in violation/not upholding these standards. My inbox is a few clicks away, do not hesitate to contact me with a concern. As Emperor and Administrator, I will likely support the senior-most officer dealing with a situation; so please don't expect too much sympathy.
You know if one or more users [especially if they're not Staff] have requested an end to bickering, debating, break-dancing or any other event judged unbecoming, it's probably not in your best interest to continue where the rest of the forum can read it.
*So from now on you follow my orders, kay?
Emperor Shadow
Whilst I dreamed, there have been two incidents in clear violation of my announcement. I do not take kindly to people who continue to break rules even after a very good chance they have read them.
As such I expect a message [you know who you are] detailing what must be done to end this unflattering, childlike behavior. If I don't agree with your assessment and solution, I'll be sending you, your Order head and advising the Staff on what to do.
Emperor Shadow
My loving people, both Sith and sub-species, I regret to inform you that negotiations to create a joint DSL-Rebels roleplay have failed due to creative and practical differences.
I would encourage and highly admire anyone to participate in battle-like roleplay situations but be aware that these roleplays may not- MAY NOT- be considered canonical for any Sith or Sith-affiliated character of the DarkSithLords forum.
Users in violation of this policy shall be met with consequences, the very least of which is demotion in-character by three ranks.
There shall be no selective canonical work. Both forums must endorse creative property beforehand, and since it will not be happening, there is no need to control your characters for a less enjoyable roleplay experience.
Enjoy.
Emperor Shadow
The Jedi Council is corrupt and their purpose has been blind sighted by the want to control their users. So, for the good of the two forums, DSL hereby disassociates itself with the MyFreeForum Rebels.
The High Council has chosen this course of action for several reasons, the least of which involves the Jedi Council's refusal to allow DSL users the right to hold a dual account on their site. As now seperate entities, our Timeline shall be entirely redone to accomodate the dropping of Rebels.
The 'forum war' we may have had with our sister site is now a dead prospect. Any Sith may be involved with galactic-scale roleplay on Rebels, but it shall not be canonical for their Sith character here.
We shall be recrafting the Timeline in accordance to the split. Jedi elements, influences, etc. shall be purged.
In short: We're Sith; they're Jedi. Happy hunting.
Emperor Shadow
My final decision concerning roles in Court:
Grand Vizier - Darth Acrimonus [Head of State]
Darkest Knight - Darth Duff [Enforcer of Imperial Law]
Lord Chamberlain - Darth Divious [In-charge of ceremony, coronation, high-ranking promotions]
Madame Secretary - Darth Ducki [Primary researcher to the Emperor]
Lord Legate - Darth Arden [Deems laws to be in accordance to past decrees, heads and appoints panel during a trial]
Chief Inspector - Darth Praxeum [Investigates members before acceptance to Court]
Minister of State - Darth Acheron [Primary diplomat to other sites, etc.]
First Director - Darth Marix [Primary advocate to Orders and Schools]
Lord Counsel - Darth Prognie [Appointed prosecutor in event of trial]
Emperor Shadow
I am removing myself from the advancement of our members. High Prophet Praxeum, and his subcouncil, now have the sole authority on who is to be promoted when.
The old system is to remain in place. Dark Lords and Dark Ladies may petition me for their right to advance members outside this system and of course I retain my executive privilege to disregard it entirely.
However, my focus on such matters has been lax lately and concessions must be paid to the council in charge of such matters. Henceforth, promotions approved by the subcouncil for Population Control and Ranks are binding and no longer require my blessing.
Emperor Shadow
I have removed Grand Inquisitor Prognie's Administrator powers for reasons that shall not be discussed.
Emperor Shadow
I am once again seeking applicants for the position of Lord of Hunger and Lord of Pain.
Emperor Shadow
Having been known simply as the Empire, or the Kroprulan Empire, the time has come to give an enduring name to our great institution. We are forever, therefore, the name of our group must reflect that.
Now and forever, this shall be the Eternal Empire.
Supreme Prophet Praxeum
By the official order of the Emperor and the High Council of the Eternal Empire, I am here to declare the winner of the First Forum Contest. By vote in the High Council and intense deliberation, I hereby place the honor of the award of being the next Voice to The High Council to - Darth Celestial. Congratulations to Celestial from the rest of the Empire. Everyone! Be on the lookout for the next contest and be ready to enter!
Thank you.
- Dark Lord Praxeum
Emperor Shadow
The Rules have been slightly updated. Please consult them in Required Reading for more information.
Emperor Shadow
I have been made aware of several issues currently brewing and here's a warning to all: I will not be able to play an active role in problem-solving until after 11 PM EST.
So, why am I telling you this? Because I pray your patience and your temperance with yourselves and each other. Whatever issue you have will still be an issue tomorrow, don't breed tension.
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I am in the final steps of going over petitions for Lordship by two of our members. Answers pending within two weeks' time.
Emperor Shadow
This message is directed at... everyone... quit dragging your heels in recognizing rights and privileges for new Order Heads.
Specifically, Darth Aequitas gets what other Order Heads get/got, except Dark Lord status, which is mine to give. He gets exactly an identical fleet as Darths Praxeum, Tarna, Prognie, etc. He also gets proper respect and authority.
That is all.
Emperor Shadow
Ranks, Ranks, Ranks, my children. Specifically NEW ranks. They're on the horizon. My many kudos to Darth Marix for his contirbutions and joyful merrymaking at my insanity in terms of creating/modifying the ranks accordingly.
I am going to be working closely trying to transfer people's ranks as best I can, but I may rely on a certain Council also.
Supreme Prophet Praxeum
After much restructuring, I can officially declare the updated Hall of Dark Patronage open! You will find each of the five Dark Patrons are suited for each different ideals and philosophies of the Sith.
Darth Bane
Known as a visionary by some and a fool by others, Darth Bane joined the ranks of the Brotherhood of Darkness and was trained on the ancient planet of Korriban. As his power and influence over the Dark Side grew, his confidence in Lord Kaan and his followers fell. After leaving the Sith Academy, Darth Bane ventured on his own until he had fully created the philosophy of the Rule of Two.
Darth Nihilus
Falling victim to the Mass Shadow Generator at the Battle of Malachor V, Darth Nihilus became a synonym for hunger. He ravaged his own body in a lust for Force energy and afflicting his desire on others, becoming a wound in the Force. His power grew exponentially over time, as did his hunger, even giving him the capacity to exterminate the entire planet of Katarr without stepping foot on it.
Darth Sidious
The founder of the Galactic Empire, Darth Sidious use betrayal and manipulation to coordinate both a battle for the planet of Naboo and, years later, a galaxy-wide conflict, which led to the downfall of the Galactic Republic. But not even death could hold this Dark Lord to his grave; when he was murdered, his spirit traveled to numerous clones of himself, allowing him immortally if his foes had not intervened.
Darth Traya
Darth Traya was a Jedi Master and Historian until the Council removed her from the Order when a number of her apprentices joined in the Mandalorian Wars, including Revan. After finding the Trayus Academy, Traya joined Darth Sion and Darth Nihilus in a plan to eradicate the Jedi Order, but the two quickly betrayed her and stripped her of the Force. She learned to loathe the Force as a whole and wished to see its demise.
Vergere
Trained in the Jedi arts by Thracia Cho-Leem, Vergere was a member of their dangerous monastic order in the declining days of the Old Republic. Both her influence on Jacen Solo and her quizzical philosophies where key in the downfall of the Yuuzhan Vong. Many years after her death, it was discovered she was in fact a Sith.
As caretaker of the Hall, I would ask all comments or concerns be directed to me through private message.
