The Dead God
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
- Intent: To explain the setup and nature of the Sith Eternal's Governmental System.
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- Organization Name: Sith Eternal
- Classification: Theocratic Self-Proclaimed Feudal Monarchy
- Affiliation:
- Sith Eternal
- Organization Symbol: See above.
- Description:
- A revision of the Sith Empire of old, the Sith Eternal seeks to reintroduce Sith autonomy as a primary pillar of the New Sith Order - a direct antithesis to the Rule of Order. Where Sith have historically been encouraged to foster a strong power base, it was only until recently that this was not the case - however, with the reintroduction of the Feudal system into Sith Government practices; the nature of the Sith has been fostered through a self-serving system built to weed out the weak through a darwininian power struggle. Sith of less intelligence, strength, ability serve under those who control righteous skill - and through this, the Order is naturally lead by only the strongest, wisest, and most powerful available through the efforts of this order of the fit. Structurally, this is contained and achieved through Self-Proclaimed Feudal recognition - where one pushes their own will upon those of less. Claims are only recognized within the system, so long as the person claiming such can back it up - be it through fiscal wealth, force strength, or military acumen.
- Headquarters: TBA
- Domain:
- Claiming to own the entirety of the Sith Holy World as righteous clay, they doubly make claim to the galaxy as a whole - both immaterial and material. This is, however, a gross overstatement of what they truly hold - as they only control a few dozen to a few hundred worlds by comparison to what they wish to.
- Notable Assets:
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- Hierarchy:
- Like all Sith Organizations, there is an essential 'Order' that must form with one to embody the power of the Order as a whole. It is the nature of the Sith to form a reputation based on power and merit, and the Sith Eternal is no different - forming a simple 'pyramid' structure from the top down. Formed in a logistically simplistic way, the hierarchy of the Sith Eternal is straightforward and easily accessible; with the single caveat that all positions can be taken, either by the hand of the Emperor and the Dark Council or through Kaggaths. It is imperative that the Order is led by the strong, and that the strong are led by the strongest - as nothing else can make up for the gradual weakening of the Sith.
- Centralized Authority
- The Emperor of the Sith & Sith'ari
- As the name suggests, the Emperor of the Sith is a rank gained by only the strongest among the Sith. It is not a rank with a chosen successor, a primogeniture inheritance, or any other sort of 'given' entitlement. The Rank is only taken - either through Kaggath, or a Tournament of Claimants should the Emperor die from outside the Order's machinations. While the Emperor's power is absolute, it can be challenged by those who have proven themselves in the Upper Echelons of the Order.
Notably, the Emperor is in direct control of not only their own fiefdoms, but the Centralized Authority of the Eternal - the 'Core Worlds' of the Sith, as they are to be known. This includes the Sith Holy Worlds, and while they may offer these to others to govern, they answer directly to the Emperor while within his service. Added onto these, the Emperor collects dues from all the High Lords that serve under his acknowledgement - along with control of the Eternal's Central Fleets, Legions, and Central Organizations; such as the Consul, Frumentarii, and Legions - though the latter to a lesser degree. Last, they are protected by the Praetorian - a collection of seven bodyguards who know almost no equal in the realm of direct combat, capable of destroying armies by themselves.
In addition to these powers, the Emperor is also the figurehead and main patriarch of the Sith Eternal religion. Worshipping them as the living embodiment of the Sith, the Eternal serve the God-Emperor as the center of their zealotry, making the chance of a populist coup against the Sith'ari nigh impossible, and highly unlikely. This, however, does not excuse them from the machinations of the Canonized Saints - direct chosen who are in the position to inherit the Emperor's strength when they believe themselves ready.
- As the name suggests, the Emperor of the Sith is a rank gained by only the strongest among the Sith. It is not a rank with a chosen successor, a primogeniture inheritance, or any other sort of 'given' entitlement. The Rank is only taken - either through Kaggath, or a Tournament of Claimants should the Emperor die from outside the Order's machinations. While the Emperor's power is absolute, it can be challenged by those who have proven themselves in the Upper Echelons of the Order.
- The Dark Council
- Formed from those chosen by the Emperor, or those who have proven themselves through combat, the Dark Council is equally as strong as the Emperor in administrative measures. Separated into three ranks, they monitor and deal with the mundane needs of the Empire for all day-to-day dealings. Carrying more weight than the High Lords, they are to be feared in presence, for it is they who have proven themselves closest to matching the Emperor's power.
- Will of the Emperor
- Collectively the greatest administrator in the Empire, the Will serves as the controlling voice of all things to deal with Law and Coin. Able to loan the Emperor's funds out at will, or change laws as they see fit - they are often peerless in their intelligence, able to challenge the greatest minds in the galaxy. They are chosen for their skills as adjudicators, bankers, and scholars.
Running within that same theme, the Will of the Emperor commands directly the organizational strength of the Consul; an Order dedicated to serving the various feudal lords with the management of their own territories - and within the Central Authority, even serve as the direct policing body alongside the Frumentarii. Consul are respected for their intelligence and skill at leading nations - but they are equally distrusted for how much power lies within them, leave alone the rumors that they all report back to the Will in regards to the Empire's machinations.
- Collectively the greatest administrator in the Empire, the Will serves as the controlling voice of all things to deal with Law and Coin. Able to loan the Emperor's funds out at will, or change laws as they see fit - they are often peerless in their intelligence, able to challenge the greatest minds in the galaxy. They are chosen for their skills as adjudicators, bankers, and scholars.
- Fist of the Emperor
- More generic in what outsiders might assume of the Sith, the Fist of the Emperor serves as the greatest military mind the Sith has to offer. The final word on keeping the Emperor's Peace, marshaling Empire forces, or handing out the Emperor's own legions as rewards - the Fist serves as both the General of all the Emperor's followers, but also the daily running of the military. They are most often chosen for their tactical mind but are often known to be chosen for their sheer presence and skill - knowing that others will fear the Fist for their appearance on the battlefield, which can be just as worthwhile to the Sith as a tactical genius.
Leading the Central Authorities military, the Fist is the leader of the Emperor's forces domestically - such as the First Legion, authorizing their deployment abroad when so needed. Additionally in charge of the maintaining of fleets, raiding commerce lanes, and often even projecting power around the Sith Holy worlds - the Fist is the essential agent in squashing upstart lords seeking to break the Emperor's few laws.
- More generic in what outsiders might assume of the Sith, the Fist of the Emperor serves as the greatest military mind the Sith has to offer. The final word on keeping the Emperor's Peace, marshaling Empire forces, or handing out the Emperor's own legions as rewards - the Fist serves as both the General of all the Emperor's followers, but also the daily running of the military. They are most often chosen for their tactical mind but are often known to be chosen for their sheer presence and skill - knowing that others will fear the Fist for their appearance on the battlefield, which can be just as worthwhile to the Sith as a tactical genius.
- Eye of the Emperor
- Charge with the cohesion of the Empire from threats both domestic and foreign, the Eye of the Emperor is the central authority on information, investigations, and cultist activities abroad. Leading from the back, as to say, the Eye is a being known for their tactical mind - intelligence being paramount in their efforts of subterfuge. Many fear the Eye for their ability to shroud themselves, their singular purpose, and the very nature of their mysterious being - but they doubly fear them for the force they command.
The Frumentarii, the direct agents of the Eye, serve to keep the Sith Eternal exactly as it name implies - Eternal. Serving as criminals, politicians, cultists, and more abroad and domestically, anyone someone meets in the day could be a Frumentarii agent; with rumors that they have an in-depth understanding of every financial record in the galaxy, zealot cells deep within enemy territory trained to commit decisive action when needed, and a thousand other threats. Doubling as a domestic inquisition, the Frumentarii are doubly served with vetting out resistance and naysayers from within the Empire's borders.
- Charge with the cohesion of the Empire from threats both domestic and foreign, the Eye of the Emperor is the central authority on information, investigations, and cultist activities abroad. Leading from the back, as to say, the Eye is a being known for their tactical mind - intelligence being paramount in their efforts of subterfuge. Many fear the Eye for their ability to shroud themselves, their singular purpose, and the very nature of their mysterious being - but they doubly fear them for the force they command.
- Will of the Emperor
- Formed from those chosen by the Emperor, or those who have proven themselves through combat, the Dark Council is equally as strong as the Emperor in administrative measures. Separated into three ranks, they monitor and deal with the mundane needs of the Empire for all day-to-day dealings. Carrying more weight than the High Lords, they are to be feared in presence, for it is they who have proven themselves closest to matching the Emperor's power.
- The Emperor of the Sith & Sith'ari
- Feudal Lords
- Imperator Lords
- The highest conventional rank in the New Sith Order, the Imperator Lords reign over their own autonomous states at the behest and will of the Emperor. Controlling entire sectors, they can wage war against fellow High Lords, domineer over lesser Lords, or otherwise partake in diplomacy at their own behest - they are beholden only to the will of the Emperor, and only if the Emperor can truly ensure control over the High Lord. It is not a rank given, but one claimed - forged through manipulation, battle, or diplomatic connections; the High Lords of the Sith are the rank all Sith should seek to become, embody, and exemplify.
Rare in the state, however, there are only ever a few High Lords at any given moment - as they are known to squash any rebellious element from within before autonomy can be declared. Doubly so, the restriction of size for the Sith Eternal has made their appearance slim - though a few rising stars have certainly garnered the Emperor's attention.
Each, just as the Emperor has his own Praetorians, has a hyper loyal group of bodyguards known as the Lictor - highly trained Sith Warriors who have renounced the will to fight as a Sith, but instead protect a greater Sith for the sake of ensuring the masses do not overwhelm them.- Rules over Sectors, Lords of the Sith, and runs an autonomous state within the Empire itself. Control their own military, Sith, and are beholden to only the Dark Council and Emperor.
- The highest conventional rank in the New Sith Order, the Imperator Lords reign over their own autonomous states at the behest and will of the Emperor. Controlling entire sectors, they can wage war against fellow High Lords, domineer over lesser Lords, or otherwise partake in diplomacy at their own behest - they are beholden only to the will of the Emperor, and only if the Emperor can truly ensure control over the High Lord. It is not a rank given, but one claimed - forged through manipulation, battle, or diplomatic connections; the High Lords of the Sith are the rank all Sith should seek to become, embody, and exemplify.
- Castellan Lords
- Just beneath the rank of the Imperator, Castellan Lords are those who control many planets and Lords from a regional planet - specifically at the behest of the Imperator, however they are equally chosen through the doctrine of strength. While certainly manipulatable by the Imperator to retain their position, the Castellan Lords are powerful entities within the Sith Eternal; as together they often overpower their Imperator in sheer individual strength and development; being the single entity that inevitably rises to become the Imperator Lord when able.
This singular status as the threat to the Imperator, allows them to not only manage their own Lords - but at times operate as fully autonomous elements within the Sith Eternal's territories should their Imperator be unable to contain them.- Rules over small Sectors, Lords, and is the first rank to control many major planets. Have their own military, Sith, and are beholden to only their own Imperator.
- Just beneath the rank of the Imperator, Castellan Lords are those who control many planets and Lords from a regional planet - specifically at the behest of the Imperator, however they are equally chosen through the doctrine of strength. While certainly manipulatable by the Imperator to retain their position, the Castellan Lords are powerful entities within the Sith Eternal; as together they often overpower their Imperator in sheer individual strength and development; being the single entity that inevitably rises to become the Imperator Lord when able.
- Lords
- Domineering over Planets, the Lords are the rulers that listen to the Castellan Lords they are sworn to. While they may scheme to overthrow their Castellan, through the will of the Dark Council or other Imperator Lords, they are in essence beholden to the will of the Castellan Lords until they can challenge them. Often, this means Lords are not as strong as their leaders - but that is not universal, as many simply choose to stay planetary governors for the sake of family or clans. Controlling planetary fleets, militaries, and actively establishing their own governmental bodies - the Lords is necessary for the micromanagement of the Eternal's planets.
It should be noted, however, that they are not necessarily restricted to a singular planet. While they may only rule over a single major planet most often - they are able to hand out less viable planets to subordinates. This includes mining worlds with minimal population but strategic and economic value - or cloud cities for their minor presence.- Rules over Planets, Knights, and run their planets as they see fit - with as much freedom as their Castellan Lord allows. Beholden only to their sector leader and Impterator Lord, they do as they see fit.
- Domineering over Planets, the Lords are the rulers that listen to the Castellan Lords they are sworn to. While they may scheme to overthrow their Castellan, through the will of the Dark Council or other Imperator Lords, they are in essence beholden to the will of the Castellan Lords until they can challenge them. Often, this means Lords are not as strong as their leaders - but that is not universal, as many simply choose to stay planetary governors for the sake of family or clans. Controlling planetary fleets, militaries, and actively establishing their own governmental bodies - the Lords is necessary for the micromanagement of the Eternal's planets.
- Imperator Lords
- Lower Echelons
- Knights of the Sith
- The lowest landed title, Knights are not necessarily beholden to the will of any given lord - however, are tasked often with the duty of leading small baronies within the greater reach of their lord. Planets with less strategic value or flair, cities on much larger planets, or any subset of that. Knights are paramount to the management of the smallest sections of the Eternal's territories - but are not necessarily a landed title.
Often, Knights are not given titles - rather they serve as the agents of Lords. Be it as an enforcer, a personal guard such as the Praetorian or the Lictor, or even as a commander in the Lord's armies; Knights serve the express purpose of furthering the will of their lord, meaning that they exist both within the realm of the hierarchy, and often outside of it; as those Knights who choose not to involve themselves with the running of the Eternal's territories are often considered 'Ronin Knights', those without masters.
Notably, the Knights are considered Knights when they are recognized as official 'Sith' within the Sith Eternal religion. When this has been achieved, they are inducted into the Order and given free reign to do as they please - be it to serve established lords, or cut their own destiny from the proverbial stone.- Knights rule fiefs at the behest of their Lords or High Lords, be it cities or underdeveloped planets. The lowest rank within the Sith structure, they do as they are required to by their lord.
- Ronin does not rule, nor do they always answer to a Lord. Ronin are Sith who wander, proving themselves through combat and reputation rather than the administration of governmental bodies.
- The lowest landed title, Knights are not necessarily beholden to the will of any given lord - however, are tasked often with the duty of leading small baronies within the greater reach of their lord. Planets with less strategic value or flair, cities on much larger planets, or any subset of that. Knights are paramount to the management of the smallest sections of the Eternal's territories - but are not necessarily a landed title.
- Acolytes of the Sith
- Unlanded, unproven, and without power; the Acolytes of the Sith serve directly as squires and pages to Knights and Lords. While Ronin have proven themselves and simply forgoed a Master, Acolytes hold no such ability to stay separated. Acolytes are those Sith who have proven their abilities - be it as a force-sensitive or not - but not yet been inducted into the Order's higher ranks. Once they have finished their education, done something of merit, or otherwise served the Eternal and their Emperor - then they are given the ability of self-determination.
- Great in number, widely varying in skill, an Acolyte remains an acolyte until they are given a chance to prove themselves. This can be in combat, skill in administration, or otherwise - they serve as the backbone of many Sith campaigns in the galaxy as the leaders of squads, incursions, and micro administrative efforts.
- Unlanded, unproven, and without power; the Acolytes of the Sith serve directly as squires and pages to Knights and Lords. While Ronin have proven themselves and simply forgoed a Master, Acolytes hold no such ability to stay separated. Acolytes are those Sith who have proven their abilities - be it as a force-sensitive or not - but not yet been inducted into the Order's higher ranks. Once they have finished their education, done something of merit, or otherwise served the Eternal and their Emperor - then they are given the ability of self-determination.
- Knights of the Sith
- Centralized Authority
- Like all Sith Organizations, there is an essential 'Order' that must form with one to embody the power of the Order as a whole. It is the nature of the Sith to form a reputation based on power and merit, and the Sith Eternal is no different - forming a simple 'pyramid' structure from the top down. Formed in a logistically simplistic way, the hierarchy of the Sith Eternal is straightforward and easily accessible; with the single caveat that all positions can be taken, either by the hand of the Emperor and the Dark Council or through Kaggaths. It is imperative that the Order is led by the strong, and that the strong are led by the strongest - as nothing else can make up for the gradual weakening of the Sith.
- Territorial Breakdown:
- The Empire -
- Composed of all the central imperiums, the Empire is ruled by the Emperor alone - to do as they wish. The umbrella to the various states, the Empire serves as a direct means of control for the Emperor and his direct council; though it would be folly to say he is all-powerful. Controlling only what imperium is to their name along with central authorities forces, the Emperor is often tasked with retaining his own peace, his own taxes, and his own state. At any time, a would-be Saint could rise to challenge his power - and it is as simple as a few to topple the strength and figure that the Emperor is.
Guided by the Dark Council, holding its own massive tax reserves gained from a hedge on its direct vassals, along with various legions of Emperor's past - the Seat of the Emperor is still a powerful position to hold in its own right. To be the face of the Sith, to be considered the strongest, comes with great responsibility - though that is not without the taxes of rulership with it. Emperor to emperor often has various policies change, and while some seek to consolidate power, many others seek to decentralize - to keep their vassals happy in their place.
- Composed of all the central imperiums, the Empire is ruled by the Emperor alone - to do as they wish. The umbrella to the various states, the Empire serves as a direct means of control for the Emperor and his direct council; though it would be folly to say he is all-powerful. Controlling only what imperium is to their name along with central authorities forces, the Emperor is often tasked with retaining his own peace, his own taxes, and his own state. At any time, a would-be Saint could rise to challenge his power - and it is as simple as a few to topple the strength and figure that the Emperor is.
- The Imperiums -
- Micro-States within the Empire, an Imperium is often entire Sectors gained through the warmongering of its Imperator Lord - who rules over it much as the Emperor does the Empire. In every sense of the word, a Sith Imperium is a state where its leader is in absolute control - to do as they please, to die on a whim. It is not unheard of for totalitarians to absolutely crush the civilian populations in a vain attempt at quick riches - only to anger them and be overthrown themselves.
If it is not the people beneath them that suffer, it is often the soldiers within them. Serving the Imperator Lords and their Imperiums is the Castellan and traditional Lords - Governors over planets that they earn from dedicated service to their Lord. Together, Imperator Lords lead their Imperiums on conquests of new planets, new lands, and even the territory of other Imperator Lords - or even Lords who have yet to be sworn. They are the pinnacle of Sith's strength, and the essential power base required to keep the Empire strong. It is they who have the resources to challenge the Emperor's will - next to the Canonized Saints, and often only they whoever succeeds in such maneuvers.
- Micro-States within the Empire, an Imperium is often entire Sectors gained through the warmongering of its Imperator Lord - who rules over it much as the Emperor does the Empire. In every sense of the word, a Sith Imperium is a state where its leader is in absolute control - to do as they please, to die on a whim. It is not unheard of for totalitarians to absolutely crush the civilian populations in a vain attempt at quick riches - only to anger them and be overthrown themselves.
- Sith Governors -
- Lords and Knights gifted with the fief of a planet or city are the greatest denominators of the Empire. Each holds their own legions and knights - sworn to their service; even entire naval fleets dedicated to the defense of their planet. Yet, they are restricted to the Imperator Lord above them, should they be unlucky enough to be sworn to one, and only through kaggaths and rebellion are they ever truly able to free themselves from those binding chains.
Essential to the administration of the Empire, they are the beginning and end of an Imperator Lords true strength - as without his Lords ruling their planets with grace, he is weak and defenseless to any who would seek to do him harm.
- Lords and Knights gifted with the fief of a planet or city are the greatest denominators of the Empire. Each holds their own legions and knights - sworn to their service; even entire naval fleets dedicated to the defense of their planet. Yet, they are restricted to the Imperator Lord above them, should they be unlucky enough to be sworn to one, and only through kaggaths and rebellion are they ever truly able to free themselves from those binding chains.
- The Empire -
- Membership:
- Forged in zealotry, the Sith Eternal abide by the concept of 'One Government, One Religion, One Emperor' - a belief that centers itself in the foundational doctrines of the Eternal Faith. Worship of the Emperor, the Sith Pantheon, and the Canonized Saints is paramount to the acceptance of one within the Sith Eternal; meaning every home, family, woman and child are to be indoctrinated into the very essence of the Sith - their philosophy on breaking free of the Force's will, and establishing for themselves a destiny only they can carve out for themselves. Individualism to its greatest degree - it is the single requirement to be considered a member of the Eternal.
There is no actual established rule that a 'Sith' within the Order is required to be Force Sensitive, however, only that they follow that prior doctrine. It is surprisingly common for corporate interests with an eye for beating the competition to help lead the Sith as advisers, or Mandalorians who have forsaken their home looking to start again with a new Order. It should be noted, however, that the depth to which the religion permeates means that any - regardless of where they are from - but supercede their own beliefs with the canonized truth of the Eternal.
There is no ritual or initiation for joining the Sith Eternal, and there is nothing so invasive as tattoos or scars to mark them for life - but it is often accepted that a permanent marking to distinguish them is respected. Commitment to the order and its ideals is paramount, so while others may choose to simply live as a Sith, many others choose to represent themselves as Sith in all that they do. However, there is nothing to actually be gained for doing so - as is often more a means of exerting power when required by Lords and the like upon their servants, or a status symbol to the especially inclined.
- Forged in zealotry, the Sith Eternal abide by the concept of 'One Government, One Religion, One Emperor' - a belief that centers itself in the foundational doctrines of the Eternal Faith. Worship of the Emperor, the Sith Pantheon, and the Canonized Saints is paramount to the acceptance of one within the Sith Eternal; meaning every home, family, woman and child are to be indoctrinated into the very essence of the Sith - their philosophy on breaking free of the Force's will, and establishing for themselves a destiny only they can carve out for themselves. Individualism to its greatest degree - it is the single requirement to be considered a member of the Eternal.
- Climate:
- When the term 'Sith' is brought up into conversation, it is done so with fear and respect. At least historically, it has been the forbidden word in much of the galaxy's lexicon - yet it exists now as simply a marker for evil. It is not that the Sith are evil, only that to control the Dark Side is tantamount to heresy, and those willing to put themselves to that extreme realize that the ends justify the means. For the Sith Eternal, they see this as the essence of who they are - but understand entirely that the reason for doing such is the religious aspect of it.
Considering themselves the chain breakers, the freedom fighters of the New Order - the Sith Eternal's members reject the fate set out to them by the Force, and accept the dangers of such wholeheartedly. So long as their destiny is their own, that they may decide the path of destiny they walk - it is perfectly alright for the Sith to do as they please, so long as they have the strength to back it, even in the face of crimes. A powerful Sith can thus break the law as they please - so long as the local Lord can not stop them, but when faced by the will of a stronger Sith they will be culled into a place of subservience.
To conquer one another is to abide by the very nature of the Sith, to prove themselves stronger until they are proven weak by someone stronger. It keeps the Sith powerful, to never be led by the waning shadow of a dynasty, and to never suffer the crushing defeat against weaker enemies. The Sith Eternal prove themselves every day as only Sith knows how, and it is through this that the strong lead the weak - and the meek fear the strong.
- When the term 'Sith' is brought up into conversation, it is done so with fear and respect. At least historically, it has been the forbidden word in much of the galaxy's lexicon - yet it exists now as simply a marker for evil. It is not that the Sith are evil, only that to control the Dark Side is tantamount to heresy, and those willing to put themselves to that extreme realize that the ends justify the means. For the Sith Eternal, they see this as the essence of who they are - but understand entirely that the reason for doing such is the religious aspect of it.
- Reputation:
- There is a mixture of feelings one gets when dealing with the Sith Eternal. While many may look upon them and only see the Sith of old, many others see a chance to partake in Sith politics to better lean them in their favor. Some governments fear the Sith for their brutality and seeming 'instability', but others actually respect them for their ever-improving Darwinism in the face of galactic stagnation - be it against the Bryn'adul, as the Jedi have, or even as the Sith Empire loses ground to the evolution of their own Imperials.
However, carrying the connotation of Sith still makes the traditional citizen very wary. Sith are not without their own crimes, and it is hard to break free from the reputation of those who had sacked Coruscant, destroyed the Republic, or decimated more than a few planets in the name of the Sith War Machine. Fear follows where Sith step, doubly so for the theocratic state of zealots worshipping the God-Emperor of the Sith themself - and as such, the Sith Eternal are often written off as cultists, zealots, and religious fools. This makes the practice of their beliefs paramount to sin in much of the galaxy's eyes, however, 'lodges' exist on many of the most populated planets in the galaxy - many even with nefarious purpose in mind.
Still, others do not see the Sith returning to their infighting ways as so much something to fear as much as something to take advantage of. With Imperator Lords willing to make deals with foreign powers to back them into the position of Emperor, many see an opportunity to partake in the politics in a much more manipulative manner than before. As pacts form and foreign influence begin to intercede, it is only strength to maintains that single tenant of the High Lords of the Sith.
- There is a mixture of feelings one gets when dealing with the Sith Eternal. While many may look upon them and only see the Sith of old, many others see a chance to partake in Sith politics to better lean them in their favor. Some governments fear the Sith for their brutality and seeming 'instability', but others actually respect them for their ever-improving Darwinism in the face of galactic stagnation - be it against the Bryn'adul, as the Jedi have, or even as the Sith Empire loses ground to the evolution of their own Imperials.
- Curios:
- As stated prior, many of the Sith Eternal members choose to publicly display their status as a Sith through the use of scarification or tattoo works. This can be the symbol of the Eternal upon a body part - and for the extra zealous, on the forehead such as the like of Exar Kun or Darth
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. Most, however, do not do such - and as such, there is no official 'curios' that is required of members of the Order. What is important to the Sith is belief, rather than physical pieces.
- As stated prior, many of the Sith Eternal members choose to publicly display their status as a Sith through the use of scarification or tattoo works. This can be the symbol of the Eternal upon a body part - and for the extra zealous, on the forehead such as the like of Exar Kun or Darth
- Rules:
- Due to the highly religious orientation of the entire Sith Eternal, the Order requires those of its citizens to follow the tenants of the Eternal Faith. This is the state's singular embodiment, powerful in its doctrine and endless in its sway. Following the Code of the Sith, it brings each of its lines together to form the mainstay pillars of the faith -
Peace is a lie.
There is only Passion.
Through Passion I gain Strength.
Through Strength I gain Power.
Through Power, I gain Victory.
Through Victory my chains are Broken.
The Force shall free me.
First, Peace is a Lie. Many misunderstand the concept on principle, but it is the foundational statement of the entire faith; that passiveness, peace and trust in what fate decrees is paramount to death. The Force has no love for you, no care to see you free of the shackles that bind you; and will drag you into mediocrity, into a painful, lonely death you will never escape from. It is through this that one can understand that Peace is a Lie, by realizing that complacency to the Force’s whims makes one no more than cattle, a slave, and unworthy of self determination.
Second, There is only Passion - once more simple, but it is the second step in understanding the purpose of the Church and the Faith. Passion is one’s own nature, their beliefs, their hopes, their dreams - it is all the love one feels, and all the hate, gathered together to form the individual. To abandon Peace is to abandon complacency, and by breaking the Force’s will one is left with only themself and their passion. It is the vessel that will keep one alive in the tumultuous world without a guiding hand, but necessary to find one's true self.
Third is the statements, Through Passion I gain Strength, through Strength, Power, through Power, Victory - each a different step in themselves to complete ones transition from a ball rolled to a beast climbing. Passion encourages one to find their own strength to survive without the Forces’s guiding hand - the simplest step in finding ones foundational strength in the world. Through that strength of individual, one gains power - the ability to change the world around them, begin to break the fate weaved for them. Through this power, they gain Victory - Victory over the Force, over fate itself and the strings that bind.
Through Victory, my chains are Broken. Simple, but effective; the line that one understands when they have broken free of foreign intervention, crafted their own destiny and set themselves on a path to self determination. It is through the Victory one gained over the Force’s machinations that their chains are broken, the chains of destiny - and it is the moment of self realization that truly begets the purpose of the entire religion.
The Force shall free me, words misunderstood often to believe The Force is assisting oneself - but on the contrary, the statement is a command. The Force SHALL free me, for it knows of your strength and your purpose within the Galaxy, that it no longer has its iron talon claws deep in your flesh. The Force fears you, knows that you are an individual no longer within it's reach, and that cows such a force into place.
It is through this simple code that the Church of the Dark Side finds it's strength - passing these words and teachings onto it's believers fully and truly. For those who had ascended, embodied the Code and felt the touch of the Bogan, they are canonized as Patron Saints of the Dark Side, Living Gods walking among mortals for their strength over the very Force itself, bending it to their very will. These are beyond the simple teachings of the Code, but walking embodiments of it's success.
And above them all, ranking them on merits, is the Sith’ari - he or she who embodies the very nature of the Sith Code and the Bogan as the avatar of the Dark Side itself. It is their purpose to lead the Church and its believers to galactic domination. This is the destiny that the Sith’ari seeks to fufill, serving as a symbol to aspire to for the Order as a whole, actively forging stronger Sith through hardship and strength. The process of darwinism manifest, but each concurrent generation stand on the shoulders of those giants that came before - reaching higher and higher until the Order fulfills its goals.
- Due to the highly religious orientation of the entire Sith Eternal, the Order requires those of its citizens to follow the tenants of the Eternal Faith. This is the state's singular embodiment, powerful in its doctrine and endless in its sway. Following the Code of the Sith, it brings each of its lines together to form the mainstay pillars of the faith -
- Goals:
- The Sith Eternal as a governing body is more so the vessel in which the self improving nature of the Sith is left to propagate. Physical rewards, influence, and strength in more than form are important for the lower Sith to realize what they lead themselves up to - but the true purpose of it is in to single out the single greatest Sith among them, and allow them the path to rise to the seat of the Sith'ari, and then once more when the next comes along. The greatest of the Sith Eternal's members are raised to the rank of Canonized, and it is the Canonized that replace the Emperor - effectively creating a single, mysterious embodiment of strength in this centralized figure.
While unknown in their own dogmatic nature, the Emperor is known to reinforce 'The Grand Plan' of the Sith - publically, a method to break the will of the Celestial's who have sat upon the weakening throne of balance. This extradimensional seat of power controls the Force in its entirety - and the Celestial's have ruled upon it for too long. The Sith'ari's purpose is to break that strength, sit upon the Throne, and remake the Galaxy as they see fit - to allow freedom to all of the Galaxies's beings, away from the will of the Force.
- The Sith Eternal as a governing body is more so the vessel in which the self improving nature of the Sith is left to propagate. Physical rewards, influence, and strength in more than form are important for the lower Sith to realize what they lead themselves up to - but the true purpose of it is in to single out the single greatest Sith among them, and allow them the path to rise to the seat of the Sith'ari, and then once more when the next comes along. The greatest of the Sith Eternal's members are raised to the rank of Canonized, and it is the Canonized that replace the Emperor - effectively creating a single, mysterious embodiment of strength in this centralized figure.
HISTORICAL INFORMATION
Formed in 864ABY by the Sith'ari known as the Worm Emperor - the governmental structure of the Sith Eternal was built to support the religious and philosophical ideologies of the new order. Following the doctrine of strength, it is structure thus to allow each Sith to raise their position in life solely on the merit of their skill - be it with sword, machinations, or something else. In this, it serves well - allowing each of its Lords to gain physical rewards for their efforts, until their power is so absolute and wide spread they can begin to understand the true gravity to which they are tasked with achieving.
As such, the greatest among them are risen to the rank of the Canonized Saints - however this is not necessarily mutually guaranteed with the rank of Imperator Lord, and vice versa. Many of the ranks of the Sith Eternal are given to those who are capable - and while some may skip ranks, the vast majority must simply bend the knee when they are demanded to due to a lack of outright strength in their respective area of the galaxy; albeit the most powerful of the Ronin Knights, who exist as they do on their own, completely autonomous of any given governing body but their own.
After the invasion of Korriban, in which the Sith Eternal destroyed a variety of forces from the remnant Sith Empire, Warlords of the Sith, and the Jedi from the Core - the Worm Emperor began the process of expanding the feudal structure, however due to the limitations of size, they are heavily restricted to only a few planets, making much of the system almost entirely theoretical in function and form. Yet, the theocratic aspect was heavily expanded upon.
This being that cults began to fester like infections across the galaxy - superficially inflating the hegemony of the Sith Eternal through these various splinter cells. While some can not exactly be open in their worship of the Pantheon, all of them are connected to the Worm's broadcast and teachings instantaneously through technology procured by Jaeger Solutions. Due to this, the speed at which the cult is expanding has become monsterous - in itself a massive threat to the various governments around the galaxy from extremism alone, and allowing a large amount to immigrate to the Sith Holy World of Korriban when they so seek it.
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