Empire Reborn

[Darth Imperius]

THE SITH ASCENDANT ORDER
Power belongs to those unafraid to take it. To those who are bold enough to openly wield it.​

The Sith of the Ascendant Order are claiming direct heritage to the Sith of old, the great Dark Lords and forger of Empires. They embrace their Order, their Empire and ambitions not merely through their willful, personal aspirations, but by their complete devotion to the Sith Code itself. There is no Rule of Two, no Rule of One or any rule thereafter which is acknowledged as anything but a nuisance to actual Sith purity and supremacy. Sith who do not live by the core principles of 'nature is conflict' and in the nature, 'only might makes right', are disregarded as actual members of the Sith Order and viewed as imposters and mongrels.

Formed from disillusioned Sith Lords from all over the Galaxy, forged not through mere submission but through a clarity of purpose, an ideal of unity and a legacy of true Sithdom, the Ascendant Order stands now as beacon for what it means to be Sith, to be fully devoted to the Code of the Sith and not only fight for one's place in the Galaxy but to fight for the Sith to return to their rightful dominion over the Galaxy. All previous ideologies were a degradation, a corruption and weakening of what it means to be Sith, starting with the Rule of Two and ending with what contemporary Sith consider religion and dogma.

The Force is conflict. Nature is conflict. The Sith Empire is conflict. Fundamental truths and realities that require no worship, no servitude or no grandeur. The Sith are rulers by might because they have understood a truth incomprehensible to the rest of the Galaxy, they are not godlike or require the petty validation of prayers directed to them. It is their own strength that makes them powerful, their own powers that make them achieve victory, it is the lie of peace that they undo and rally the souls behind them that share this understanding, it is neither idleness nor complacency that will care for anyone.

SITH RANKS
Passions are power. The Sith know this. We fight because that is what we are made to do.
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The Ascendant Order follows a strict hierarchical structure that derives from the Reconstituted Sith Empire. Upholding value to the title of Darth and offering a sole emphasis on merit and might alone for promotion, the Ascendant Order seeks nothing less than to eradicate weakness from the Galaxy, cull the Sith of the weak and elevate the strong to become those who rule.

At the top of its hierarchy stands the Sith Imperator, also called the Ascendant Imperator, leader by right the right of might, holding together the Ascendant Order not only through his own powers but by his vision and the ability to give purpose. Neither vanity, complacency nor absence are tolerated in the seat of the Imperator, for he must be present and leading the Sith Order.

The current Sith Imperator is Darth Imperius, having claimed the throne in a duel from Darth Callidus who now serves as his Shadow Hand, enforcer and voice of the throne.

Below the Imperator are the Dark Lords, traditionally of the Dark Council, rulers of the Spheres of the Empire, administrators, generals, enforcers of their specifics domains, directing them with unquestioned authority and unyielding momentum. It is their vision that shapes the Sith, their direction that guides the purposes of the lesser Sith and their power that forges the Sith together.

In direct service to each Sphere stand the High Lords and Lords of the Sith, ambitious individuals who have ascended from the mere ranks of the Sith Knights, have either amassed influential powerbases, pure might or both and are now among the most powerful figures of the Sith. In the days of old, the distinction was made between Lord and Dark Lord by only granting the latter the title of Darth, but lackluster traditions and petty aspirations have allowed every mongrel to take up the now meaningless title. Now the High Lord is considered a prime successor for a seat on the Dark Council and often a lieutenant of the Dark Councilor they are sworn to. Only a Dark Lord may elevate a Sith Knight to become a Sith Lord.

The vast masses of the Sith are the Sith Knights or simply Sith. Having passed their Acolyte Trials at the Sith Academy, they are now officially recognised as Sith and will serve in respective Spheres to fulfill their duties to the Order and Empire. There is no general training, nothing voluntarily yielded, as all must crave for their advancement, earn it and aspire to the heights that make them stand out from black robed masses. They abilities, skills and influence vary greatly from fresh Incipients into the Order to veteran Sith Masters who have not had the favor of a Dark Lord to ascend them but taken on an apprentice on their own.

The Sith Acolytes are not considered to be Sith, they are merely applicants for the Order and will undergo brutal training in harsh conditions under the watchful and draconian eyes of Overseers to advance to their trials and earn their right to be called Sith once they pass those trials.

The ranks of the Sith are based on a hierarchy of absolute power, unhinged authority and a purpose that is passed down from top to bottom to create a unifying force within the Order. Might makes right, at every turn, peace is a lie, without exception, and both are devoted to achieving the ultimate supremacy of the Sith Order.

SITH SCHOOLS
This is real Sith strength, and he will tear you apart and crush your bones, slaves. Look on him. No connections left in the world but pure Sith blood.​

School of the Warrior

The Sith with the most primordial and elemental connection to their passions become Sith Warriors. They unleash their emotions through the art of combat, directly engaging and destroying the enemies of the Order and Empire. They channel their hatred, their wrath and fury into becoming the ultimate weapon of the Sith.

• Sith Juggernaut: The epitome of willpower, a Sith Juggernaut does not only wield the Force with precision, clad in heavy armor but is the incarnation of strength. Their resilience, physical and mental, is beyond human comprehension and they will outlast any adversary.
• Sith Marauder: There is nothing more terrifying than to meet a Sith Marauder on the battlefield, an avatar of rage that is unhinged, unleashed, unchained. A force of nature that knows nothing but forward momentum, nothing less than ultimate offensive.
• Sith Warlord: Combat is a personal expression, but conflict is the natural state of the Galaxy. To wield a lightsaber or to wield an army, the Sith Warlord is devoted to both, but to command troops into battle and crush resistance of worlds, is the Warlords true calling.

School of the Sorcerer

Among the Sith, few are as infamous as those that are Sith Sorcerers. They seek the deepest knowledge, ancient lore and darkest secrets, not to guard them, but to embrace them. The Force is not a mere instrument of power in their hands, but tool of creation, destruction and change.

• Sith Ritualist: The art of ritualism sees the participation of many, but the understanding of only a few. The Sith Ritualists are masters of preparation, patience and perfecting the flawless. Their craft is that of highest precision and timing, their impact on the Order and even the Galaxy beyond imagination.
• Sith Alchemist: Nature has a way of creation, its evolution a marvel of life. Sith Alchemists are those that force their will into it, their vision onto it and create, twist, change what they want, what they can. It is the ultimate expression of impact, of will and the influence of the Dark side.
• Sith Sorcerer: The Sith Sorcerer itself is devoted to use the Dark side at its fullest, from the powers of Lightning or Telekinesis, to the vast repository that is Sith Magic, they know neither limits nor equals in their mastery of the what is the Dark side of the Force.

School of the Inquisitor

Mastery of the Dark side or combat may be what defines Sith, but they are not the only aspects a Sith can master to dominate. The Sith Inquisitors are working knowledge, information, politics and intelligence with masterful precision and ease.

• Sith Assassins: Among the most shadowy and unknowns of the Sith Order are the Sith Assassins. Murderers, killers, enforcers, saboteurs who are renowned for their ruthless and remorseless attitude, shadowy nature and resourceful skills.
• Sith Inquisitor: The path of the Sith Inquisitor is not limited to the Sith Inquisition, but describes the political approach to power, the specialisation that deals with the intricacies of scheming, intrigue, administration, intelligence, diplomacy and economy.
• Sith Adjudicator: More akin to the mentality of the Warrior, the Magistrate is a prosecutor, an adjudicator and judge. They have chosen the domain of law and order as their specialisation and are entirely focused on enforcing it without hesitation.

THE EMPIRE
My 'vision' is of an Empire ready to fight across the battlefield of life. That is all I require.​

The Empire is not a mere vessel for the Sith to realise their potential, it is a perfect symbiosis of two organisms that embrace and reinforce each other. Exploited, ignored, oppressed and abused - the terms commonly associated with the dealings of Sith towards their 'lesser' imperial subjects. A concept inherited by the mongrelised supremacy of the Rule of Two and its petty successors where they thought themselves better, superior, beyond judgement. The Sith are beyond judgement. But it is not their arrogance and pride that puts them there, it is their strength, the strength and farsight to understand the assets and practicality of those who stand and fight beside them.

The Sith do not seek to support the weak, they will not tolerate their presence. But their Empire does not breed weakness, it breeds competence, passion and unity. It is the military and industrial complex that is elevated to embrace the universal truth of that nature is conflict, it is the Empire that becomes war made manifest and pursues its goals by any means necessary. The Sith do not act as the mindless oppressors or blind butchers, but as guides, as exemplars and unifying force. For those who stand united in passion, will stand united in conquest.

The Empire acts on the same rigid hierarchy as the Ascendant Order, it does not yield exceptions or special treatment to anyone. Competence, skill and discipline are the iron tenets that lay the foundation, a foundation that is shared among Sith and Imperials alike. The ways of upbringing may differ, the specific education and skill taught, but the embrace of committing to a common purpose is expected of all equally.

THE ASCENDANT PURPOSE
Through order I obtain stability.
Through purpose I obtain clarity.
Through tradition I obtain identity.
Through rationality I unleash the dark side with precision.
Through this doctrine my will shall manifest and shape reality.
The Force is my slave.​

Unity is the foundation of the Ascendant Order. The Sith are strongest when they stand together, their individual wills aligned toward a common goal. This unity is not born of blind obedience but of a recognition that the collective power of the Sith far exceeds the sum of its parts. Each member of the Empire contributes their unique strengths, but all are bound by a shared commitment to the advancement of the Sith legacy. This unity extends beyond the Sith themselves, encompassing the vast machinery of the Empire - its military, its citizens, and its resources - all working in harmony to achieve dominance.

Purpose is the driving force behind the Ascendant Order. The Sith are not aimless seekers of power; they are architects of destiny, shaping the galaxy according to their vision. This purpose is rooted in the belief that the Sith are the natural rulers of the galaxy, destined to bring order and strength to a chaotic universe. Every action taken by the Empire is guided by this overarching purpose, from the grand strategies of its leaders to the daily efforts of its soldiers. This clarity of purpose ensures that the Empire remains focused and relentless in its pursuit of victory.

Strength is both the means and the end of the Ascendant Order. The Sith understand that power is the ultimate currency of the galaxy, and they seek to amass it in all its forms - military, political, and spiritual. Strength is not merely physical; it is the strength of will, the strength of conviction, and the strength of unity. The Empire cultivates this strength in its followers, demanding excellence and resilience in all endeavors. It is through strength that the Sith impose their will upon the galaxy, crushing their enemies and bending the weak to their purpose.

Tradition is the bedrock upon which the Ascendant Order is built. The Sith draw upon the wisdom of their ancestors, learning from the triumphs and failures of those who came before. This tradition is not a stagnant relic but a living force, constantly evolving to meet the challenges of the present. The Empire honors its past while striving to surpass it, ensuring that the legacy of the Sith endures and grows ever stronger. Tradition provides a sense of continuity and identity, binding the Sith together across generations.

Rationality is the guiding principle of the Ascendant Order. The Sith are not driven by blind passion or reckless ambition; they are masters of strategy and calculation. Every decision is made with cold, logical precision, weighing the costs and benefits to ensure the greatest advantage. This rationality extends to the Empire's governance, where efficiency and order are paramount. The Sith understand that emotion has its place, but it must always be tempered by reason. It is through rationality that the Empire achieves its goals with maximum efficiency and minimal waste.

Ambition and the Rule of the Strongest are integral to the Sith of Ascendant Order. The Sith thrive on competition, recognizing that it is through struggle that greatness is achieved. Ambition is encouraged, and individuals are expected to strive for excellence and dominance within the framework of the Empire. However, this competition is not allowed to devolve into sabotage or infighting that would weaken the collective. The strongest rise to the top, but they do so by proving their worth in ways that benefit the Empire as a whole. This balance between individual ambition and collective strength ensures that the Empire remains dynamic and resilient, constantly evolving as its members push each other to greater heights.