This is a late award for Shadow that is fully warranted and here is my take on it. <br> <br> Since Shadow returned to full activity early this year he has been extraordinary in all areas. He has been a master of the Wiki for all things related to Clan Taldryan; he has helped with ideas for new competitions and events, and joined in with all those lovely things like Gaming Days, ICTE, and beyond. What really stands out for me though is once Shadow took on the position of Proconsul for the second time in his Brotherhood career. <br> <br> In the position of Proconsul, Shadow has helped me with major assistance on the coming Clan-wide Promotion Guide, fictional development with the starting of the Taldryan Security Services, and updating our Clan Powers setup waiting approval and all that. Shadow played a major part in getting the first Tal Times of the year out in a new fashion, getting a Staff assembled and moving, then finishing it off with many articles himself. Much of this is behind the scenes work and most will be released very soon. Beyond those he helped with all the normal leadership duties while I was MIA at times due to real life hardships. Shadow is a very easy person to talk with and work with, he is one of those I trust with anything in the Clan, and that showed in his leadership as he is a very hands on person in such a position.<br> <br> The Rite of Supremacy and Clan Taldryan’s success was a big goal for Shadow that he pushed full throttle on. Through many, many updates to the Clan, prodding leaders to get involved, and helping members with questions, concerns, and advice, we finish up keeping our undefeated record in major Brotherhood competition. Shadow had his hands in everything, playing a part in every event possible. With spectacular participation and skill Shadow came in 2nd overall in the Rite of Supremacy right behind our own Grand Master Jac.<br> <br> For all his work, as a tremendous leader, as a awesome member, and as a key to Taldryan’s continued dominance, with much respect and honor I recommend Shadow Taldrya to be awarded a Ruby Scepter! Congratulations, this was well earned and even more so in my mind.<br> <br> For Taldryan,<br> <br> Obelisk Primarch Duga Taldrya Arkarso<br> Consul and Son of Clan Taldryan<br> Planetary Viceroy of Karufr, Regent of the Kr'Tal System<br> ______________________________________________<br> <br> <br> I remember back in the day when Shadow was just that up and coming member in Dinaari. It's funny now when I look back at those times and see what a great leader and mentor Shadow has turned into. He is, in a word, the essence of Taldryan. The dedication that Shad shows to the clan, to the members and to the ideals we all hold is second to none. He equals the Taldryan greats; all members would do well to take a page from his book. <br> <br> This experience with the Rite of Supremacy was one of the toughest two weeks I have endured in the DB. There were lots and ups and downs...but Shadow helped pull me and the entire clan through them. Truly, although it was tough, the Rite of Supremacy was perhaps the most rewarding experience I've had in a long time. I enjoyed thoroughly planning, scheming, working and gaming with Shadow. He and I gelled into a deadly team that took #1 and #2 overall in the Brotherhood...the importance of Shadow's contributions there cannot be understated: without Shadow, Taldryan does not win the Rite of Supremacy. He is perhaps the finest vendetta leader in the DB. <br> <br> This is what other clans don't have. They don't have those members that year after year put their real life on hold to help our their online friends, to contribute for the Clan. They may claim to be Brothers, but they don't have the Brotherhood within a Brotherhood. Taldryan is that, and Shadow epitomizes everything we stand for. I am damn proud to stand with Shadow. Damn proud. He has given more than his fair share to Taldryan and the DB, and he asks for nothing in return. He is a great, great member. <br> <br> Frankly, saying thank you to Shadow sounds wholly inadequate. Even this medal is not enough to express Taldryan's gratitude. But we make due with what we have. Shadow, I hope that, to you, this stands as a statement for how much you mean to Taldryan and her members. Thank you for everything. <br> <br> ~ Jac<br> ___________________________________________<br> <br> <br> Shadow Taldrya has proved to be one of the most vigilant and vindictive members of the Clan in which his name shares. His astounding level of dedication, activity, and the pursuit of victory were one of the key factors in our great Clan's victory in the Rite of Supremacy. This Ruby Scepter symbolizes the true skill and dedication that only the best Clansman hold, and Shadow is entirely worthy of its honor. I have never seen such motivation to win and conquer, and I hope Shadow accepts this Scepter with the virtues he has demonstrated throughout his life in the Brotherhood. Congratulations, Shadow, you've earned it.<br> <br> +DJK Sklib+<br> ___________________________________________<br> <br> <br> I transferred to Taldryan just one day before the Rite of Supremacy began. I was expecting to be brushed aside by the rest of the Clan not only because I was the new guy, but I had also come from another Clan. I was pleasantly mistaken when Shadow made sure I fit in with the rest of the crowd in Dinaari (and the rest of Taldryan). He personally worked with me in Jedi Outcast (JO) to make me the awesome player I am today and made sure I grew comfortable in Taldryan. Throughout the Rite of Supremacy Shadow made sure that everyone was informed of what was going on via e-mail and IRC, but the best part was that he was never forceful - he has the attitude of making you WANT to serve your Clan. I have been involved in this type of club for a long time and Shadow is one of the few people who can command the respect and loyalty of his people without trying terribly hard.<br> <br> I can safely say that if not for Shadow, Taldryan's domination of the Rite of Supremacy would not have been possible. Now that I am Aedile of Dinaari I am privileged enough to learn from Shadow in a whole new light. There are very few in this club who are more deserving of this award than him.<br> <br> - AED Vladet Xavier<br> ___________________________________________<br> <br> <br> Shadow has been great in his return to Proconsul. He had the second most points in the whole RoS. He led Taldryan through the RoS. Duga and he helped keep Taldryan as the best clan in the Brotherhood. He did so much to make sure there would be no chance of an upset. Shadow has been doing a magnificent job since he has stepped up to the role of Proconsul. He brought back the SHAFT competition, and it has found much activity since its recent overhaul. Now he is working on the next issue of the Tal Times and has been working on the clans Wiki. Even before taking the job of PCON, he put in a ton of work into the clans Wiki pages. Shadow has always been a great influence to the clan, and now is no exception. He has done a great job as PCON and he has done a wonderful job leading Taldryan through the RoS. He is working on many things for Duga and has made some great comps for the clan. Shad is a one of the best leaders in the DB and we are lucky to have him. Shadow, you are a great guy, and I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this Ruby Scepter. Oh, and he flag runs in CTF. We all thrust in your general direction. <br> <br> OP Chaosrain Taldrya (Obelisk)/QUA/Ektrosis of Taldryan<br> ___________________________________________<br> <br> <br> Shadow made a massive difference during the RoS. He was exactly the type of leader we needed - active, enthusiastic, vocal and personally committed. Having active people at the top of the clan pulling Taldryan through such an event makes a real difference to the entire membership's activity. <br> <br> I couldn't have asked for a better PCON. <br> <br> ~Alanna<br> ______________________________________________<br> <br> <br> Before the RoS Taldryan were, to be quite honest, still sleeping. We were confident but had not woken properly then Shadow was appointed PCON and suddenly we were getting loads of emails telling us every detail about every competition in the RoS. He really pushed us hard and certainly was one of the main reasons we won the RoS as he participated in almost every competition as well as leading us. I have also worked with him on getting some good clan wide competitions for GJW practise and he is greatly enthusiastic about them. He has only been PCON for a small time but already the clan is more active and people want to do things. His IRC presence is also very good and has helped alot with the new and old system info. Shad really deserves this Ruby Scepter may you continue to thrust!<br> <br> DJK Ricco Vao<br> Archanis Rollmaster

Duga Taldrya Arkarso, 2007-05-12 22:00:00 UTC